FOX VALLEY POP WARNER FOOTBALL, INC
 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)

What are the playing age and weight requirements for players

How do players register to play

Are players required to have a physical every year?

How are players assigned to divisions and teams

When and where are practices held

When and where are games played

I am interested in coaching how do I apply for coaching position

I am interested in a sponsorship for Fox Valley Pop Warner. Who do I contact

 

I am interested in making a donation to Fox Valley Pop Warner. Who do I contact

 

I am interested in volunteering with the program. What areas might need my help and who do I contact

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What are the playing age and weight requirements for players?

 

Age-Weight Schematic

AGE as of 7/31/08

Allowable Weight Range by Age

Division *
Mitey-Mite Jr PeeWee PeeWee Jr Midget Unlimited
Midget

8

45 - 105

majority

heaviest      

9

45 - 120

lightest majority heaviest    

10

60 - 135

  lightest majority heaviest  

11

60 - unlimited

  very lightest lighter majority heavier

12

75 - unlimited

    very lightest lighter majority

13

85 - unlimited

      lightest majority

14

105 - unlimited

        all

* Division placement for players is determined by FVPWF Inc.  

  

 

- Age is determined as of July 31st prior to the fall season.

- No players are allowed to participate which are in the 9th grade or above..

- Final weigh-in > players must be no more than 3 pounds over or 3 pounds under
- Players must be within the age-weight schematic during the playing season 

 

 

 

 

How do players register to play?

Players should pre-register on the website as early as possible.  Players can also register in person at registration sites on dates that will be posted on the website.

 

Are players required to have a physical every year?
Players do not necessarily require a physical every year.  However, a medical release form needs to be signed by the player's doctor each year.
The doctor's office will be able to answer this question.

 

 

How are players assigned to divisions and teams?
There are no player tryouts or drafts for team selections.  Players are assigned to teams according to age, weight, and location.  Coaches will contact players prior to first practice date.  Team assignment dates will be posted on the website.

 

 

 

 

 

When and where are practices held?
Team practices are normally held at locations as near as possible to most of the players.  However, some players will have further to travel for practices than others.  Practices are held during weeknights prior to and during the season.  Practice times and schedules vary depending upon age and division.

BEFORE LABOR DAY - Practices are limited to a maximum of 10 hours per week and no more than 2-1/2 hours per day.

AFTER LABOR DAY - Practices are limited to a maximum of 6 hours per week and no more than 2 hours per day.

Generally practices are 1.5 - 2.0 hours in length.  No practices are held on Wednesday nights after Labor Day.

 

 

 

 

 

When and where are games played?
Games are normally played on Saturdays at the Plamann Park Pop Warner Fields starting the first Saturday after Labor Day.

 

 

 

 

 

I am interested in coaching how do I apply for coaching position?
Fill out a Volunteer Application Form (available from website) and send to Fox Valley Pop Warner Football.

 

 

 

 

 

I am interested in a sponsorship for Fox Valley Pop Warner.  Who do I contact?
Call 920-738-1948 or contact our website appletonfootball.org

 

 

 

 

 

I am interested in making a donation to Fox Valley Pop Warner.  Who do I contact?
Call 920-738-1948 or contact are website appletonfootball.org

 

 

 

 

 

I am interested in volunteering with the program.  What areas might need my help and who do I contact?
Our organization is always looking for volunteers to assist with the program. Coaching, concessions help, fundraising, helping with equipment, etc. are some of the areas   Call 920-738-1948 or contact our website appletonfootball.org.