Flag Team
Coach: Steve Banovic

stephen_banovic@comcast.net

Ages eligible:  5 & 6
(Must be 5 by Sept. 15)
Weight Limit:  None 

Flag football is for boys age 5 and 6. The only equipment used is a flag belt, mouthpiece and cleats. Basic concepts in football are addressed at this level. Game day is a controlled scrimmage against the flag team representing the organization that the rest of our program faces on that particular day. Coaches will be on the field providing instruction during these scrimmages in a similar fashion that takes place during scrimmages.

Mini-Pony Team 

Coach: Bill Poffenbarger

wpoffenbarger@mlend.com

Ages eligible: 7 & 8
(Must be 7 by Sept. 15)
Weigh Limit: 105 lbs.

Mini-pony division is primarily for boys age 7-8 years old with a maximum weight limit of 105 lbs.  This division is the first level of contact football. Practices will be critical in developing sound fundamentals in blocking and tackling. Basic team concepts in offense and defense as well as learning specific positions will be an important part of the team experience. Game day is in the format of a controlled scrimmage against the mini-pony team that our program plays on that particular day. There are no special teams, referees or score at this level in accordance with MVYFL rules. Coaches are on the field during these scrimmages providing instruction to the players in the scrimmage setting in a similar fashion to what would take place in a practice.  This division is a great opportunity for participants to develop into full contact football players.

Pony Team
Coach: Scott Grossnickle
(301) 293-2814

rscottgrossnickle@comcast.net

Ages eligible: 9 & 10
(Must be 9 by Sept. 15)
9 yr. and under wt. Limit:  130 lbs.
10 yr. Old wt. Limit: 120 lbs.

The pony division is primarily for boys age 9-10 years old with a maximum weight limit of 120 lbs or 130 lbs depending on age.  During pony games, coaches are on the sidelines at all times.  These contests are played under complete game regulations inclusive of special teams.  Each quarter is 8 minutes in length and the games are regulated by High School officials.  This division is a great opportunity for participants to begin playing full contact football in true game situations.  First time players and experienced players are welcome.

Junior Varsity Team(*)
Coach: Brian Moore

(301) 371-3796

Brian@mvaasports.com

Ages Eligible:  12 and under.
(Must be 11 by Sept. 15)
11 yr. and under wt. Limit:  145 lbs.
12 yr. Old wt. Limit:  135 lbs.

The JV division is primarily for boys age 11-12 years old with a maximum weight limit of 135 lbs or 145 lbs depending on age.  During JV games, coaches are on the sidelines at all times.  These contests are played under complete game regulations inclusive of special teams.  Each quarter is 8 minutes in length and the games are regulated by High School officials.  This division is a great opportunity for participants to further develop their full contact football skills or learn them for the first time.  New players and experienced players are welcome.

The following list is a collection of recommended conditioning techniques and general information to prepare for our 2009 JV season.  This program is tailored for 10-13 year old players.

*Maximum grade eligible for Junior Varsity Team is 7^th (’09 – ’10 school year)

Varsity Team(**)
Coach: Tom Evich
(301) 293-1979

Tom@mvaasports.com

Ages Eligible:  14 and under.
(Must be 13 by Sept. 15)

Varsity Weights by position

Tackle to Tackle - Unlimited Weight

Age 14 :  130 lbs. to carry ball and positions off the line

Age 13 :  145 lbs. to carry ball and positions off the line

The varsity division is primarily for boys age 13-14 years old with a maximum weight limit of 130 lbs or 145 lbs depending on age to carry the ball.  Players over the age specific weight are considered "red stripers" and must play on the line.  MVAA varsity games are the last step before entering the high school program.  Each quarter is 8 minutes in length and the games are regulated by High School officials.  First year players are welcome to join the team and historically have become impact players.  For our returning players and those moving up from JV, the varsity level prepares them mentally and physically for the next step of their football careers. 

**Maximum grade eligible for Varsity Team is 8^th (’09 – ’10 school year)

Summer Conditioning Programs for JV and Varsity Players

Coach Moore has prepared a detailed program for summer conditioning prior to the start of our regular season.  The exercises and programs are designed for each player to achieve their maximum potential. 

Introduction and Stretching

Drills for Quickness and Strength

Jump Rope Program

Abdominal Program

Form Running Program

Summer Conditioning Program

Nutrition and Hydration