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PSO offers several youth football leagues from flag football for younger children to full contact tackle football for older children. The different leagues are discussed below.

Flag League
Players are assigned to requested teams, if space is available; otherwise, they are assigned by zip code / school attendance.

1st Year Flag (Pre-K / Kindergarten - 5-6 yrs.)
First year players only.  In the Flag League, emphasis is on skills, fun and positive competitive values. No score is kept and there will be no more than two practices a week. Each player receives a post-season award.

2nd Year Flag (1st Grade - 6-7 yrs.)
7 year olds can play in this flag league or the tackle league.  In the Flag League, emphasis is on skills, fun and positive competitive values. No score is kept and there will be no more than two practices a week. Each player receives a post-season award.

Tackle Leagues

Division 2 (2nd Grade - 7-8 yrs.) 
As players begin contact, emphasis is placed on appropriate techniques. Coaches are on the field with players during games. Players are assigned to requested teams with coach approval, by zip code or availability. Each player receives a post season award.

Division 3 (3rd Grade - 8-9 yrs.) 
More advanced fundamentals are taught and emphasis is placed on appropriate techniques.  Coaches are on the filed with players during games.  Players are assigned to requested teams with coach approval, by zip code or availability.  Each player receives a post season award.

Division 4 (4th Grade - 9-10 yrs.) 
More advanced skills are taught each year. New players are drafted by existing teams after a draft evaluation. Each player receives a post-season award.

Division 5 (5th Grade - 10-11 yrs.) 
More advanced skills are taught each year.  Emphasis is on preparing the player for a smooth transition to middle school.

Division 6 (6th Grade - 11-12 yrs.) 
More advanced skills are taught each year.  Emphasis is on preparing the player for a smooth transition to middle school.

Player Participation
Many of our players are new, first-time football players in each age group. All players are required to start on offense or defense and play a minimum of half the game, through three quarters. The season begins the first Saturday after Labor Day and ends before Thanksgiving, with the exception of games rescheduled due to inclement weather.

Player Weights
No child is excluded because of weight. Parents often fear that larger players might fall on a smaller player and cause injury. Football is one of the safest children's team sports. Few serious injuries ever occur and every effort is made to protect children. All players must be weighed by August 25th by PSO staff and this will be their playing weight for the season.  The ball carrier weight in tackle leagues cannot exceed:

Coaches
PSO football is about kids, but coaches make the positive difference. All coaches are required to complete a comprehensive certification process which includes a criminal background check. All Head Coaches are also required to attend our mandatory coaches meeting at the beginning of each season.  Coaches must register through our online registration system.  Please click HERE to begin this free registration process.

Officials
We utilize great officials who love children. Our officials are members in good standing with the Texas Association of Sports Officials (TASO) and most work 4A and 5A High School games on Friday nights.

Player Certification
A copy of a state certified birth certificate is required for all players. This certificate should be turned in to the Head Coach by Aug 20^th.

Division Determination
Division eligibility is determined by a child's grade for the upcoming school year.  The player's age is determined as of 9/1/2010.  The player may not exceed the age limit for their division in order to play in the current grade.

Game Days
Most games are played on Saturdays, but can be played on weekday evenings. (Head coaches determine practice times and locations.)

Equipment
PSO is committed to providing the safest possible playing environment for your child. We have a preferred provider relationship with NJS Sports for parents to directly purchase equipment at a price below market. While we support NJS and their special PSO pricing parents may chose to purchase equipment elsewhere. All equipment will be inspected for minimum safety requirements prior to games. For your convenience NJS will be selling product directly during our weight and fitting days. Click HERE for uniform fitting dates. 

Post-Season Football Celebrations
At the end of the season, a celebrity speaker shares about his faith and player trophies are given to the coaches for presentation. All teams must attend to be eligible for post season play.

League Fees
PSO league fees do not include the cost of a uniform or equipment