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Grand Association Pop Warner Youth Football and Cheer

Grand Association Pop Warner Youth Football and Cheer

Welcome to Grand Association Pop Warner โ€“ Letโ€™s Get Started! ๐Ÿˆ

Weโ€™re thrilled to have you as part of the Grand family! Hereโ€™s everything you need to know now that you're officially registered:


โœ… 1. Iโ€™m Registered โ€“ Whatโ€™s Next?

To be placed on a team roster, you must upload all required paperwork to your SportsConnect account.
No paperwork = No placement.

๐Ÿ“† Teams will be finalized in early June, and coaches will start reaching out shortly after. Be on the lookout for parent/player meetings in early July.

๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ Stay updated by following our website and Facebook page for upcoming events and key info.


๐Ÿˆ 2. What Equipment Will I Need?

Grand Pop Warner no longer provides helmets or shoulder pads, so hereโ€™s what youโ€™ll need to get your athlete ready:

  • Helmet (must be new or certified after 2023)

  • Shoulder pads

  • Practice jersey & pants

  • Compression shorts

  • Football cleats

  • Mouthguard with strap

๐Ÿ‘“ Players who wear glasses must use clear-lens sports glasses with a head strap. No tinted or transition lenses allowed.

Be sure to have all gear ready by the first day of practice!


๐Ÿ“… 3. When Does Practice Start?

Practice officially begins July 15th!

  • โฑ๏ธ First 2 weeks: Monday โ€“ Friday | 6:00 PM โ€“ 8:00 PM

  • ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ After first 10 practices: 2 days a week | 6:00 PM โ€“ 8:00 PM

Practice days may vary based on field availability and weather. Your coach or team manager will keep you updated.


๐ŸŸ๏ธ 4. When Are Games?

Games are held on Saturdays, typically starting between 8 AM and 2 PM, depending on age group.

  • ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Season begins late August

  • ๐Ÿ† Playoffs in October

  • ๐ŸŽฏ State Championships in late October / early November

Game schedules will be shared in mid-August.


๐Ÿ’ฐ 5. Do We Need to Fundraise or Find Sponsors?

Yes! As a non-profit, Grand Pop Warner works hard to keep football affordable for all families.

Fundraising helps cover the costs of:

  • Field rental & lights

  • Certified medics

  • Referees

  • Equipment & more

๐Ÿ’ก Teams also raise funds for extras like custom jerseys, team shirts, end-of-season parties, and awards.

Sponsorships and participation in fundraisers are essential and greatly appreciated!


Got questions? Weโ€™re here to help โ€” reach out anytime.
Letโ€™s make this season unforgettable

Contact

Grand Association Pop Warner Youth Football and Cheer
7000 N Cotton ln, P.O. Box 382
Waddell, Arizona 85355

Phone: 480-310-1745
Email: [email protected]

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