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WHY FOOTBALL?

Did you hear about the sport from a friend or neighbor and want to find out more? 

First, you’re in the right spot.  We offer Flag and Tackle programs at the youth level as well as for high school aged players.

If you have a child that is interested in football regardless of age, youth or high school, have them check out one of our free intro resources located in the right column.  Our site has a tremendous amount of info, Just email us and we’ll be happy to chat with you. 

Football is a great sport for physical activity, fun, and discipline. Don’t worry if your kid has never played, as most kids here haven’t so your child is not at a disadvantage.  A lot of kids have only picked up a football in the last year to two, and every year we add more new kids to the program.  

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Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

How can I volunteer?
  • You must have a child or relative involved in the program.
How can I become a coach?
  • You must have a child or relative involved in the program.
  • Ask a board member or coach for opportunities to assist the league.
  • Our incumbent coaches retain the opportunity to coach a team before we add new head coaches to our league.
  • You must be able to pass a background check.

Flag Football

What are the accepted ages?
  • Participants must be between 5 and 6 years old by August 1st.
My child has never played football before, can they play in your league?
  • Yes, HYFA is a developmental recreational league that is a feeder program for Hernando and surrounding schools.
What is included with my registration fee?
  • All registration fees go towards insurance, venue rentals, and referee/official fees.  HYFA is a non-profit organization.
  • Game jersey and shorts
How are teams selected?
  • All players will attend evaluation day.
  • Coaches will observe the players
  • A draft will be held after the draft.
  • All players that attend the evaluation day will be selected first.  All other players will be selected via a blind draw.
  • HYFA does attempt to keep family members on the same teams when possible. Age is generally the only reason that 2 family members will not be allowed to participate on the same team.  HYFA does make special exemptions for coach/player combinations as decided by the HYFA board members.
When and where will practice be held?
  • Practice days, times, and locations are determined by the head coach.  Practice is limited to 3 days a week before the first game of the season.  These practices will be limited to 2 hours and will be governed by the MHSAA safety rules for player practice.
What days and times are games played?
  • Games are generally scheduled for Saturday, but the occasional weeknight game is possible due to the number of teams, field availability, or make up games.
  • Times vary based on age group and team availability (Saturday start times range between 8am and 5pm, and weekday start times between 6pm and 8pm)

Tackle Football

What are the accepted ages?
  • Participants must be between 5 and 12 years old by August 1st.
My child has never played football before, can they play in your league?
  • Yes, HYFA is a developmental recreational league that is a feeder program for Hernando and surrounding schools.
What is included with my registration fee?
  • All registration fees go towards insurance, venue rentals, and referee/official fees.  HYFA is a non-profit organization.
  • Game jersey
What equipment is required
Are helmet visors allowed?
  • Yes, but the visor must be clear.  No tinted or colored visors will be allowed.
How are teams selected?
  • All players will attend evaluation day.
  • Coaches will observe the players
  • A draft will be held after the draft.
  • All players that attend the evaluation day will be selected first.  All other players will be selected via a blind draw.
  • HYFA does attempt to keep family members on the same teams when possible. Age is generally the only reason that 2 family members will not be allowed to participate on the same team.  HYFA does make special exemptions for coach/player combinations as decided by the HYFA board members.
When and where will practice be held?

Practice days, times, and locations are determined by the head coach.  Practice is limited to 3 days a week before the first game of the season.  These practices will be limited to 2 hours and will be governed by the MHSAA safety rules for player practice.

What days and times are games played?
  • Games are generally scheduled for Saturday, but the occasional weeknight game is possible due to the number of teams, field availability, or make up games.
  • Times vary based on age group and team availability (Saturday start times range between 8am and 5pm, and weekday start times between 6pm and 8pm)

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