To ensure that all candidates are able to play in the 2014 season it is important that sufficient information for equipment needs and team rosters be determined, the Houlton Football Association will be holding sign ups for all youth programs grade 3-8 on May 1-2 from 5-7 p.m. at the Southside School cafeteria. Any player who has equipment from last year must hand it in at this time for reconditioning.
Parents or guardians are required to be present. The fees for grades 5-8 are $100. The fee includes instruction, equipment and a minimum of 6 regular season games. Medical clearances, insurance documentation and fees must be turned in prior to equipment handout.
The Association is pleased to announce an additional program for 3rd and 4th grade members — in-house flag football league. The fee of $20 includes game T-shirts, instruction and games. This pilot program invites any parent who would like to coach or assist. Talk with any of the Varsity coaching staff that will be present.
Registration cut offs for all groups will be Aug. 20.
June Youth Clinic
The 3rd Annual Youth Football Clinic for grades 3-8 will be held on Saturday, June 21, from 9-11:30 a.m. at the Southside School field. This is a non-contact event teaching and demonstrating proper football fundamentals and skills. The High School Varsity coaching staff and team members will be present to instruct and supervise.
Fees for the clinic are $10 and include instruction and a ‘Shire Football’ Tee shirt and lots of fun.
HFA Board Meeting
The Houlton Football Association will hold a meeting on Friday, April 25, at 5 p.m. at the Masonic Lodge in Houlton. All are welcome. The HFA is presently forming Committees for the upcoming 2014 season. There’s lots to do for football fans. Help this worthwhile youth activity by pitching in.
Any questions regarding the Football program can be answered on the ‘Contact Us’ page of the houltonshirefootball.com web page.
