
2020 Fall Season Registration is now open! We have a few new changes
that have been introduced this season to include the following:
1)
Age groups for teams. The following age groups are available for the
upcoming season:
a. Junior Youth Ages
11-12 (154lb ball carrier weight limit)
b. Youth Ages
13-14 (164lb ball carrier weight limit)
c. Junior Varsity Ages
15-16 (no limit)
d. Varsity Ages
17-18 (no limit)
Players
can choose to play up to an age group at a higher level with AD/parent
approval. However, no players will be able to play down to a lower
level.
2)
The season will officially begin on the 1st t
Monday in August 3rd. We follow the NCHSAA
guidelines for the league which requires 5 full days of conditioning
prior to making contact in pads. Our conditioning drills will occur on Tuesdays and Thursday with the first day of conditioning beginning on July 16. Players/coaches can meet
prior to this date to work on drills/conditioning, but no formal
practices will be held before this date. A player will not be able to
participate in contact drills until this requirement has been met. We
strongly recommend having a physical for each player prior to the
beginning of the season.
3)
Registration fees. During the registration process, you will encounter
an option to volunteer in some way during the season (assisting with
equipment distribution, league banquet, etc…). If you
volunteer, then a discount will be applied during the registration
process and the costs will remain as they were last year. It takes a
small army to ensure things run smoothly throughout the season and your
help is much needed and greatly appreciated! Don’t forget
that if you register now you can take advantage of the 3-payment plan
and early registration discount!
4)
Geographical location. Players will need to register to play with the
team that has the closest practice location to the home of the
registering parent/guardian. Any exceptions to this will require
approval from the site A.D.
HFL's
contact football program is open for young men between the ages of 8
and 18. Players living near Apex, Cary, Holly Springs, Fuquay Varina SW
Raleigh, and the surrounding areas would register with the
Crusaders. The following teams are currently available with
the Crusaders:
Team
|
Age |
Coaches |
|
|
|
Junior Youth Tackle Football |
Ages 9-10 |
|
Youth
Tackle Football |
Ages
11-12 |
|
Junior
Varsity Tackle Football |
Ages 13-15 |
|
Varsity
Tackle Football |
Ages
16-18 |
|
Currently the SW Crusaders practice on Tuesday and Thursday evenings
from 6:30-8:30 at our practice field on 6832 Pierce Olive Rd. in Apex NC.
10U
Mighty Mite (Currently no team)
The Mighty Mite Tackle Football team is for boys ages 8-10. This is a
great age group for young boys that might not have prior experience to
learn the game of football. Fundamental drills and techniques
are taught at this level that they can use the rest of their football
career. The coaches are able to work directly with the boys both during
practice and even during the games - as 1 coach from each team is on
the field throughout the game, providing key insight and situational
learning opportunities as they occur. Some of the rules are modified a
bit to ensure safe, competitive play at this skill level to include:
No special teams
Shortened Field of play (80 yards)
Defense cannot lineup over the center
No punting. The ball is placed at opposing 20 yd line if punting option
is selected
Be sure to check out the 2018 Crusaders MM Highlight Video
Youth
The Youth Tackle Football team is for boys ages
11-12. Fundamental drills and techniques are taught at this
level that they can use the rest of their football career. Safety is a
highest priority and proper techniques are reinforced to minimize any
potential injuries.
