PROVIDING A WHOLESOME, ENJOYABLE EXPERIENCE OF PLAYING FOOTBALL
TACKLE, FLEX & CHEER
There will be someone at the OYF Complex at 9889 W. Hill Rd. Parkway on the first three Wednesdays in July from 1PM to 4PM to weigh or fit Flex/Flag or Tackle participants who have registered online, but have not completed their child's registration by coming in to be weighed (tackle) or fitted. Those who don't complete there registration will not be assigned to a team for the 2023 season. Online registrations are closed for most leagues, however you may send an email to admin@optimistyouthfootball to inquire about the possibility of participation.
Teams are formed right in your neighborhood, and led by well-trained, caring coaches.
For decades, teams and families fill the Optimist fields on Saturdays in the fall. Camaraderie and game-day excitement fuel the atmosphere. The games and team practices build athletic skills—and also provide life lessons, friendships, and lasting memories.
Today’s norms and guidelines are followed for safe, age-appropriate play.
• Your child joins a team that is set up according to neighborhood. Everyone participates – no tryouts. Age and weight also determine team placement.
• Your child is on a 4 year path, where the team stays, develops, and grow together, with a well-trained coach who is also committed to a 4 year run.
• This approach creates continuity in development, maximizes relationship building with team mates and coaches – along with the life lessons and lasting memories.
Ages: 8-12 years
Season: Early August through October
Games: Saturdays, 7 games, Optimist Youth Sports Complex; Hill Rd, Boise (may include some limited travel to Treasure Valley towns; may include include additional championship game)
Practices: In your neighborhood, 4 times/week (5 times in first 3 weeks)
Teams: Boise and surrounding towns
Cost: $185/season; jersey and helmet provided; other equipment available as package from area sporting goods stores
Ages: 8-13, Boys & Girls
Season: Spring and Fall
Games: FLEX football games are played on weekdays, during the months of April and September, with an end-of-season FLEX tournament.
Practices: In your neighborhood, once a week week (3 practices/week pre-season)
Teams: Boise and surrounding towns
Cost: $150/season; jersey and flags provided
• All coaches are certified in the USA Football Heads Up Coaching techniques
• Head Coaches are required to attend annual training by high school staff
• OYF Player Safety Coaches monitor and attend team practices