1. Parent Meeting
February 15th, 2017

3. Meeting Agenda Introductions of AYFA Leadership and Coaches
Learn about AYFA Football Mission & Philosophy
Created for Three Clubs: Appleton East Rebels, Appleton North Chargers, and Appleton West Tigers
Benefits of AYFA for players and parents
League structure: Great Lakes Independent Football Conference
Learn about important dates and times for AYFA
Learn about costs and how to register for the upcoming season.
Learn of opportunities to get involved: Fundraisers/Volunteer
Learn about summer opportunities: Appleton East Football Camp, Coaching Clinic; 7on7 Passing League; Offseason Athletic Training
Learn how to stay connected and receive information
Opportunity for Q&A

4. Mission Statement
The Appleton Youth Football Association (AYFA) is a non-profit organization that offers an instructional football program for youth in grades 6th through 8th. AYFA is dedicated to teaching the youth of our community the fundamentals and proper techniques of tackle football. The AYFA is committed to teaching the skills and strategies of the game in accordance with USA Football’s Heads Up Program. Heads Up Tackling and Blocking has been continually proven to make the game Safer and Better for all participants and is endorsed nationally by all levels of football. Our emphasis is on developing physical fitness, sportsmanship, teamwork, and leadership skills in a positive and safe environment.  We strive to provide opportunities for all participants to develop individual skills and abilities while being a contributing member of a team. It is important to AYFA that we provide a way for our athletes to build lasting friendships, great memories, and have fun!

5. Coaches Statement COACHING PHILOSOPHY
The coaches are dedicated to promoting the core values of the Organization.  Wins and losses are not a priority for our coaches; developing life skills and individual character are what guides our coaching decisions and actions. Coaches are expected to lead by example in both words and actions on and off the football field.   Coaches accept responsibility for the development of our athletes as both players and persons while under their direction.  Our goal is to be an organization that not only develops Appleton youth football players that parents and coaches will be proud of but also guides our athletes to become positive contributors to any team. All coaches are expected to commit to continuing education via high school coaching staffs and any available resources recommended by AYFA Board. We recognize that coaches are the people who most directly make this all possible. It is the goal of the AYFA to provide every coach with the tools to succeed as a Positive Coach. We are committed to creating a positive culture, in which coaches, parents, officials, fans, and athletes all work together to achieve our mission.

6. AYFA Benefits Competitive League Variety within the league
Priority to play non-Appleton teams
8 game schedule plus Conference Tournament & Championship Game: (7th & 8th Grade)
100% Commitment to USA Heads Up Football
Coaches qualified by high school coaching staffs
Consistent game times for each grade
Consistent/Cohesive Developmental Program grades 6-12 Aligned with AASD High Schools
Opportunity to travel NEW for away games
Home games played at High School Stadiums

7. HEADS UP FOOTBALL
WHAT IS IT?
HEADS UP FOOTBALL IS USA FOOTBALL’S NATIONAL INITIATIVE TO HELP MAKE THE SPORT OF FOOTBALL BETTER AND SAFER
A comprehensive collection of resources, programs, applications and promotions to create change and address the complex challenges of player health and safety in youth and high school football.

8. Game Times 6th Grade Game Times 10:30am 7th Grade Game Times 12:00pm
All games are played at the same time whether home or away
Full Schedule Available As Early as April 2017

9. GLIFC Teams Allouez Appleton North Chargers Appleton East Rebels
Appleton West Tigers
Manitowoc
Menominee
Sheboygan North
Sheboygan South
St. Phillips
St. Joe’s
Fond du Lac
Oshkosh North

10. AYFA Teams Appleton Chargers8 Appleton Chargers7 Appleton Chargers6
Appleton Rebels8
Appleton Rebels7
Appleton Rebels6
Appleton Tigers8
Appleton Tigers7
Appleton Tigers6
Home Field Sites
Appleton Chargers = AN’s Paul Engen Field
Appleton Rebels AE’s Pickett Field
Appleton Tigers = AW’s Ade Dillon Field

11. Important Dates Feb 1st - Registration Opens for 6th, 7th & 8th grade
March 18th – Coaches Clinic
6th, 7th & 8th grade coaches clinic at Appleton East (Time: TBD)
May 1st - Registration Closes
Parent/Player Meeting (Date/Time: TBD)
Equipment Measurement
Fundraiser Begins
June 15th – All Money is Due
Fundraising Money or Buyout Money
Player Association Fee (6th & 7th grade only)
July 21-23rd - Equipment Pickup (location TBD)
July 31st - Practice Starts (Helmets only)
August 7th - First day of full pads
August 19th - Season Begins
Rebels Run – Before Friday night home Varsity games

12. Cost & How to register for the 2017 6th & 7th Grade Season
AYFA 2017 Registration
$75 Per Family
AYFA Participation/Association fee
$75 Per Athlete (Can fundraise to cover this cost)
AYFA Fundraising Expectations
Likely a savings card/pass in conjunction w/HS’s
Total = $150 ($375 with $225 fundraising buyout)
To Register:

13. Cost & How to register for the 2017 8th Grade Season
2017 Registration (In partnership with AASD)
$40 Per Family (Paid to AASD as co-curricular fee)
AYFA Fundraising Expectation
Likely a savings card/pass in conjunction w/HS’s
Total = $40
To Register:

14. Volunteer and Fundraising Opportunities
AYFA Volunteer Positions
Coaching (Head Coaches & Assistant Coaches)
Team Managers (need parent at each level 6th-8th)
Team Coordinator (Coordinate and Lead Fundraising per team 6th-8th)
Team Equipment Manager: Coordinate handout and hand-in
Other opportunities could include video, picture, team meals, etc.
Game Day Managers
Concession Managers
- See website for volunteer availability -
AYFA Fundraising 2017: TBD – information coming soon!!!

15. Coaches & Leadership Rebels Head Coaches Rebels8: TBD
Appleton East Football Program Director
Patrick Schwanke
Rebels Liaison to High School
Ryan Marx
AASD Activities Director 8th Grade
Andy Schanke
Rebels Director of Football
Kip Golden
Rebels/AYFA Director of Coaches
Jeff Peterson
Rebels/AYFA Dir of Safety – USA Heads Up
Chad Reichelt
AYFA Dir of Sponsorship/Fundraising
Jen Schremp
Rebels Game Day Manager
OPEN
Rebels Concessions Manager
Rebels Head Coaches
Rebels8: TBD
Rebels7: Chad Reichelt
Rebels6: Ron Duzak
James Kurland

16. Summer Opportunities Patriot Youth Football Camp 2017
Dates: June 26th thru 29th
Time:
3rd thru 6th grade - 8:00am to 9:30am
7th & 8th grade – 10:00am to 11:30am
AYFA 7on7 Passing League
6th, 7th & 8th - 10:30- 12:00pm Wednesdays
Schedule to be released in June 2017
Free

17. What is RESSPACT Youth Conditioning Training Summer RESSPACT
RESSPACT: Rebels/East Strength, Speed, Plyometrics, Agility and Core Training
Athletes entering 6th, 7th & 8th grade next fall
Appleton East Weight Room/Football Field
Summer RESSPACT
M-T-W-TH
Times: TBD
Free

18. Stay Connected Appleton East Patriots AYFA (6th – 8th Grade)
appletoneastfootball.wixsite.com/home
twitter.com/AEPatriotFB
AYFA (6th – 8th Grade)

19. THANK YOU!

20. QUESTIONS?