Calling all Huskies! Highland Youth Football and Cheer is thrilled to announce that registration for the 2025 season is officially open! Whether you’re hitting the field or cheering from the sidelines, come be part of the fun, friendship, and excitement. Register to secure your child's spot now—we can’t wait to see what this season brings!

Highland Youth Football and Cheerleading 2025 Season Registration Fee Breakdown

Thank you for registering your child for the 2025 Highland Youth Football and Cheerleading season! We want to be transparent about how your registration fees support our program. Below is a breakdown of how the funds are used to ensure a safe, fun, and competitive experience for all participants. The total registration fee is $300 per player/cheerleader, and here’s where it goes:

 

 

1. Insurance Costs - $30–$50 per participant

• What it covers: General liability and accident insurance for practices, games, and events.
• Why it’s needed: Protects players, cheerleaders, coaches, and the organization from medical costs or liability claims due to injuries or accidents. This is mandatory to keep our program operational and safe.

2. Football Uniforms 

• What it includes: New Helmets, Bi-Annual Reconditioning of Existing Helmets , shoulder pads, jersey, pants, and socks (some items may be rented/returned, others kept).
• Why it’s needed: Ensures every player has properly fitted, safety-rated gear to participate in games and practices. Costs reflect equipment maintenance, replacements, and sanitization.

3. Cheer Uniforms 

• What it includes: Shell top, skirt, bloomers, bow, and pom-poms, leggings and warm-up jackets (some items may be returned at season’s end).
• Why it’s needed: Provides a cohesive team look for performances and games. Costs cover custom designs and durable materials suited for cheer activities.

4. Coaches’ Certifications 

• What it covers: Training courses (e.g., concussion awareness, CPR, safety protocols) and background checks for all coaches.
• Why it’s needed: Ensures our volunteer coaches are qualified to teach skills safely and responsibly. Spread across all participants, this keeps our coaching staff compliant with league standards.

5. Medical Equipment & Supplies 

• What it includes: First aid kits, ice packs, basic sideline medical supplies, and access to athletic trainers (if applicable).
• Why it’s needed: Prepares us to handle minor injuries during practices and games, keeping safety first for all athletes.

 

6. League Fees & Administration

• What it covers: Membership dues for our youth league (OCYFL), referee fees, registration software, and administrative expenses.
• Why it’s needed: Keeps us affiliated with a recognized league for scheduling, playoffs, and oversight, plus covers operational costs like communication with families.

7. Miscellaneous Equipment 

• What it includes: Footballs, tackling dummies, cones, cheer mats, and other shared gear.
• Why it’s needed: Provides the tools necessary for effective practices and skill development for both football and cheer squads.

🏈 Football & Cheerleading Division Breakdown – 2025 Season 📣

 

Age	Football Division	Weight Limit	Cheerleading Division	Grade
*5–7	Mitey Mite	120 lbs	Mitey Mite	K – 2nd Grade
8–9	D1	125 lbs	D1	3rd & 4th Grade
10–11	D2	142 lbs	D2	5th – 8th Grade

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Important Notes:

• *5-year-olds may be able to participate at the discretion of the league, provided they are entering Kindergarten on or before September 4th, 2025.

• Cut-off for ages 6 through 11 is November 1st.

• Players who exceed the designated weight limit for their football division will not be eligible to participate in official league games. 

• Safety & Participation Disclaimer: Highland Youth Football and Cheer reserves the right to deny or withhold registration approval if, in our judgment, participation may pose a safety risk to the child or others. Our #1 priority is to provide a safe, supportive, and positive environment for all athletes. Any decisions made are with the well-being of the participant and the integrity of the program in mind.

 

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Additional Notes for Parents

• 2025 MEDICAL FORMS CAN BE FOUND USING THIS LINK. 2025_OCYFL_MEDICAL_FORM.pdf     YOUR CHILD NEEDS TO HAVE THIS IN BEFORE AUGUST 1ST OR THEY WILL NOT BE ABLE  TO  PARTICIPATE IN PRACTICE. 
• Fundraising/Sponsorhip Opportunities: These funds help us grow the program for this season and for seasons to come. We are always thinking about community and those families who will follow behind us. 
• Scholarships: Limited financial assistance is available; contact us for details.
• Volunteers: Our program relies on parent volunteers to keep costs down (e.g., no paid coaches). Please consider helping out!

We’re dedicated to providing a safe, high-quality experience for all participants in Highland Youth Football and Cheerleading while keeping the program as accessible as possible.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at elliott.earle@gmail.com or 845-466-0629 — I’m happy to help!

 

Elliott Earle

Highland Youth Football and Cheer Inc.

🏈 2025 Season Registration Fee Information – Highland Youth Football & Cheer 🏈

💲 Registration Fee:
$300 per participant

🔹 Sibling Discount:
While there is no early registration discount this season, families registering multiple children are eligible for a $25 discount per additional child in the same household.

 

📝 Register Now, Pay Later:
You can register your child now and choose to pay at a later date by clicking through the registration form. This allows you to hold your child’s spot without immediate payment.

 

🗓️ Final payments are due by July 21, 2025 to officially secure your child’s place for the season.

 

💛 Financial Assistance Available:
If your family is experiencing financial hardship, please review and complete our Fee Waiver Application, available on the main page of our website. All applications are reviewed confidentially by the Highland Youth Football & Cheer Board.

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💳 Paying By Card :

 

💳 Other Payment Options:

 

➡️ Paying via Venmo: @HighlandYouth-FootballCheer 

Last 4# for Venmo verfication is 1230
Please include your child’s first and last name in the Venmo comment section for proper tracking.

➡️ Paying by Check or Money Order:
Make checks/money orders payable to:
Highland Youth Football and Cheer
Include your child’s first and last name in the memo section.

📬 Mail payments to:
Highland Youth Football and Cheer
P.O. Box 647
Highland, NY 12528

 

**REGISTRATION FEES NEED TO BE PAID NO LATER THAN JULY 21 TO CONFIRM YOUR CHILD'S SPOT FOR THIS SEASON**