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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.

5-6 Year Olds
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.

7 Year Olds
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

7-9 Year Olds 
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.

10-12 Year Olds 
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.

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. However, 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.

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.

Age Determination
Age eligibility is determined by a child's age as of June 1, 2009. The age on this date determines his “playing age” and he must play in that league.

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 a deposit for the equipment lease. Your credit card information or check will be held in a secure file through the season until equipment is returned. (The deposit does not equal the value of the equipment, so it is vital to the integrity of the program that all equipment be returned.) League fees DO include game jersey cost (and game pants for 11-12 year olds).