The ZYFA is a non-profit, volunteer organization whose main objective is to expose youth athletes to the most positive, safe and fun athletic environment possible. The ZYFA is committed to nurturing teamwork, building confidence and instilling a love of the game of football to Mahtomedi area youth.
Announcements
Late Registration Until July 23, 2009
The registration deadline was June 1, 2009 but we will continue to accept registrations through July 23 (late fee applies). Click on the link below to go to the Mahtomedi Community Education web site to register.
Key Dates to remember:
June 1, 2009 - Registration Deadline (Late Fee enforced after this date)
July 23, 2009 - Late Registration Closed
July 23, 2009 - Weigh In @ District Education Center (mandatory for tackle grades 3-7)
August 6, 2009 - Make Up Weigh In @ District Education Center
August 10, 2009 - Mandatory Coach's Meeting @ Skyview School
August 11, 2009 - First Day of Practice (Coach's discretion)
The ZYFA board of directors has determined that the best way to deliver on our mission of providing a fun and positive youth football experience for all participants is to re-allocate players into evenly balanced teams every year. Historically at some grade levels, coaches and teams were "kept together" from year to year, with some adjustments as needed to balance the number of players. This approach offered some advantages but also created some signficant challenges for ZYFA.
No approach is perfect, but after reviewing alternatives the board has approved completely re-allocating players into teams each year at every grade level. Beginning with the 2009 season this policy will be implemented. The board will determine the number of teams at each grade level based on the number of players and will then select a head coach for each team. The coaches and a board representative will work collaboratively to assess the relative skills of the players and create evenly balanced teams.
More details on the process will be provided to coaches as we prepare for the season. Please feel free to contact a board member if you have questions or comments about this important change.
Now Available: Zephyr Football Apparel
The Zephyr Youth Football Association web store is now open! A portion of the proceeds from the sale of merchandise will be retained by ZYFA to help us deliver on our mission to provide a fun, safe, and positive youth football experience for the Mahtomedi community. Click the link below to visit the ZYFA web store:
The next ZYFA Board of Directors meeting is Wednesday, July 1, 2009 from 6:30 - 8:00 PM at the Wildwood Public Library. Our meetings are open to the public, please feel free to attend.
