About JPYFL & Cheer
Mission Statement
To provide the youth of this area, regardless of race, color or creed, the opportunity to participate in controlled athletic competition; to instill the belief of fair play, good conduct and sportsmanship at all times; To teach these values of Integrity, Honor, Respect, Loyalty, Personal Courage, and Teamwork; to promote a common interest and tolerance among youth; and to keep the welfare of youth foremost and free from any adult compulsion for power or glory.
Vision (Reason for
being):
JPYFL & Cheer believes children who remain active in organized activities will be better students, responsible citizens and grow into responsible adults. In addition to learning the game of football and cheerleading, our children will learn responsibility, respect for authority, respect for their peers, sportsmanship, and develop courage for future life challenges. Our goal is to achieve athletic success while nourishing healthier, smarter, and happier children.
League Goals
The goals of the JPYFL & Cheer are as follows:
1. To teach the fundamental skills of the game of football and cheerleading.
2. To make each boy and girl a better player and citizen.
3. To teach these values of Integrity, Honor, Respect, Loyalty, Personal Courage, and Teamwork. The highest potential of football is achieved when competition reflects these values and fundamentals of football.
4. To educate the children involved in good sportsmanship and improve both physical and mental attitudes of the participants.
5. For the purpose of unity, uniformity of programs, and equal opportunity for all players and coaches to follow the established rules and regulations.
6. Each coach will actively strive to avoid and to control the tendency to instill stress and pressure in order to win.
7. Indiana High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) will serve as guidelines unless amended by the JPYFL & Cheer Board of Directors.
JPYFL By-Laws - Amended June 16 2009