FAQ

Q: When does this season start?
A: Opening weekend is the first weekend after Labor Day. Practices begin in March.

Q: Is there any other extra equipment I need to buy my child?
A: Your registration fee covers everything your child needs to play football except cleats and an athletic supporter .

Q: How much is the registration fee this year?
A: The 2023 season registration fee is $450 . This includes all equipment (except cleats and athletic supporter), referee fees, insurance, league dues, certification fees, and buses.

Q: Are there any extra costs besides registration?
A: Yes. Each year, we attend a training camp at the end of August. The cost ranges around $400 , which includes all meals and transportation. All teams will attend except for Peanuts. Camp will be held at Iroquois Springs .

Q: Where are practices and games held?
A: Our home field is Joseph Mafera Park , located at 65th Place and Shaler Avenue in Ridgewood, Queens.

• The park is on a dead-end street with very limited parking.
• Double parking, parking on the sidewalk, or on the softball field is prohibited.
• Unattended illegally parked vehicles will be towed.

Q: How long is the season?
A: Practices begin in the spring, and games start in the fall.

• Each team plays 8–10 regular season games .
• Playoffs include the first round and the Championship, which usually occurs the week of or before Thanksgiving.

Q: When are tryouts?
A: There are no tryouts . We do not turn away players for any reason.

• Playing time must be earned.
• Coaches are not obligated to let a child play.
• Players who miss practice, don’t work hard, or don’t meet school obligations may not play.

Q: What is the refund policy?
A: Refunds are not issued under any circumstances , except in the event of a cancelled season.