About us
La Habra Pop Warner was founded in 1969 by five community minded individuals who recognized a need for a youth sports football program in La Habra. For 43 years the program has been going strong. On average the program serves up to 500 children annually. The season begins in August and completes by November.
Esteli Field in La Habra is home for the Lions.

We Serve
La Habra Pop Warner is open to
boys and girls ages 5 – 15 years of age

We Deliver
structured fundamental instruction, sportsmanship and teamwork as a local organized youth sports organization through;
Flag Football and Cheer
Tackle Football and Cheer
Challenger Football and Cheer

Philosophy Driven
La Habra Pop Warner believes that academics and athletics go hand in hand. Pop Warner is the only youth sports program in which participants must maintain academic fitness within a National “Little Scholar Program” guideline that requires its participants to perform adequately in the classroom before
permitting them to play

Our Brand
La Habra Pop Warner teams are branded “Lions”,
Unique to our league, a blue lion leaping through
a bold LH signifying our city, La Habra

Mission Statement of the Board of Directors
To be actively involved with the youth of our community and always act with concern and integrity. To always leave what we have touched better than when we arrived and above all, inspire the best in the children whom we serve

Our Volunteers
An active Board of Directors comprised primarily of current and former membership parents and a cross section of the local community oversees all league business and activities as well as team structure by way of by-laws and policy and procedures. All board members are volunteers. There is no paid staff. All Team Staff are composed primarily of current and former membership parents and a cross section of the local community to oversee all team activities including child supervision and safety, fundamental instruction and fund raising. All coaching staff are carefully screened individuals that demonstrate knowledge of the sport, fairness and a coherent approach to achieve instructional goals, objectives and outcomes.  All volunteers must meet a code of ethics on a governing body and league level and are subject to a background check in order to serve. Our volunteers care about your children. We have been working hard for 43 years so that families can enjoy the program

Government
La Habra Pop Warner operates an associate of Pop Warner National. As a affiliate of Wescon region. Our governing body is Orange Empire Conference (OEC)League bi laws and policies and procedures are on file with our governing body

La Habra Pop Warner, The Business
Organized youth sports operating under a non-profit 501©3 status must comply with federal guidelines. La Habra Pop Warner applies best business practices by: operating under an annual budget which is developed through a projection of cost of business vs calculated membership, tax filing on an annual basis, a CPA developed annual audit summary, and use of governing body suggested book keeping system. Transparency of bi laws, policies and procedures and book keeping under the IRS Charities & Other Non-Profits procedures are practiced

Directors are volunteers who much comply with an annual background check. The program is volunteer driven, there is no paid staff. Admin expenses are limited to cost of doing business. La Habra Pop Warner is in good standing with our governing body and Federal agencies. There are no audit issues. La Habra Pop Warner is an associate of the City of La Habra Sports Affiliate which is overseen by the Recreational Manager and Community Services. LHPW is granted facility privileges through compliance of under a contract with the city known as the sports affiliate policy. Representatives of LHPW are requires to attend quarterly meetings that include representatives of all youth sports programs in La Habra. Communications include facility updates, determination of program needs and fees associated with facility usage such as park upgrades and electricity. Annual budget is filed with OEC and the City of La Habra

Economics
For many years La Habra Pop Warner took pride in keeping its registration fees to a minimum in order to keep the program affordable for families. Given the current economy, our program like many non profits has been negatively impacted due to reduced donor giving and fundraising participation. In order to meet program expenses and provide the best program possible it was necessary to raise registration fees in 2012.

La Habra Pop Warner (La Habra Junior Athletic Association) is a community non-profit 501©3 which operates through funds generated by four major income sources

1. Registration- all funds collected through registration events and subsequent sign ups.

2. League Fundraisers- including vendor commission, opportunity drawing sales, corn festival, league sponsors, cookie dough, turn around bus trips, restaurant commissions, special events such as bowl games hosted at Esteli Field.

1. Red Line- flat league fee assessed per child.

4. Snack Shack- concession sales and investment of future food service equipment

The following is a summary of expenses that your registration dollars fund:

1. Publications/ program outreach, forms, receipts,

2. OEC fees- referees, flat fee per child, dues, player liability insurance

1. Equipment- Player and Cheer uniforms and related items such as helmet reconditioning, jerseys, decals, safety gear, mats, etc.

4. Little Scholar- academic awards related to activity such as metals and certificates and publications

1. Weigh Master- field prep, scale calibration and maintenance, ink for schedules generated, storage unit, golf cart, barricade tools, scoreboard maintenance, emergency kits, portable restrooms for practice fields

6. Facility Fees- accessed by the City of La Habra such as lighting and facility maintenance etc.

League Donor/Sponsors/Fundraisers income funds the following administration tasks and league events expenses

President- League travel representation from football and cheer, background checks, league telephone,
Treasurer- expenses related to position, copies, software, accounting & legal fees, board insurance, bank fees, registration refunds, supplies etc.
Secretary- expenses related to position, copies, postage, software, supplies etc.
Publicity- donor recognition, website, event publications, parade, alumni scholarships, opening ceremonies, education programs
Fundraiser- Opening day carnival day for the kids
Cheer- cheer expo, communication publications etc.

Red Line funds- team trophies and supplements registration expenses

Snack Shack
Food sales generate income
Equipment expenses reinvest in program income goals.

The overall goal of the program is to serve children ages 5-15 with fundamental football and cheerleading instruction. Generating funds through league fundraisers and donor relations is vital in order for the league to meet its expenses related to program goals including expenses such as dues, flat cost per child, Little Scholar expenses and fees that are required by OEC, the governing body of LHJAA.

Note: this summary does NOT reflect team income resulting from fundraisers or expenses related to banquets and fundraising expenses.

2012 league sponsor letter

League President
James Fimbres 

Frank Esparza  League Vice President

Laura Aguirre Cheer Coordinator

Cheryl Cooley Challenger Coordinator

Blanca Palacios Treasurer

Elizabeth Steves Secretary

Freda Padilla League Fundraiser

Directors

James Zavala Publicity/Public Relations

Ray Luna Equipment Manager

Marisela Fimbres Woman’s Auxiliary

Ray Cooley Little Scholar Coordinator

Alex Valdez Weighmaster

Shannan Martinez  Registrar

Divisional Directors

Bertha Rodriguez Flag Division

Ashley Herrera Mighty Mite Division

Jon Marshall Jr. Pee Wee Division

Juan Holub Pee Wee Division

Vern Hall Jr. Midget Division

Joe Melendez Midget Division

Midget Division Program

The Midget Division primarily consists of players who have fused together as youth football athletes. At this level the goal is competition, teamwork, sportsmanship and the desire to hit and play at FULLSPEED.  This is the division where the rubber meets the road for the athlete looking forward to high school ball. Program focus is training for future competitive and championship level Football. Never played organized youth football? Don’t be intimidated, join in and sharpen your skills to prepare for high school ball

Midget Division Information

• Age Requirements: Football and Cheer Ages 11 – 14
• older/lighter Age: 15
• Weight Range: 105-170 lbs *new for 2012
• older/lighter Weight Range: 105 – 140 lbs.

To view the all division age and weight schematic please visit our Football Program page here.

Midget Coach- John Rosales

Midget Divisional VP Joe Melendez

Jr. Midget Division Program

At this PRE-HIGH SCHOOL LEVEL, the excitement heats up and the desire to hit and the thrill of competition comes alive. The Jr Midget players apply skills and techniques gained through coaching staff armed with experience.   This is where tackle football is only played one way- FULLSPEED & with HEART. Program goals focus on fine tuning the competitive athletes to reach for the golden opportunity of playing the Orange Bowl, Wescon and for a shot at Nationals in Florida.

Jr. Midget Player Schematic

• Age Requirements: Football and Cheer Ages 10 – 12
• older/ligher Age: 13
• Weight Range: 90-145 lbs *new for 2012
• older/ligher Weight Range: 90-120 lbs *new for 2012

.Jr. Midget Coach- Jimmy Lopez

Jr. Midget Divisional VP Vern Hall

Pee Wee Division

Have no doubt; this is the level where extreme competition and teamwork come together! Athletes who wish to participate should stop, soul search and reflect; Am I ready for the physical aggression of full-speed contact football? Pee Wee players excel in speed, coordination, self confidence and the desire to compete and advance to the next level. The coaching staff will promote the cutting edge of teamwork and the important fundamentals of achieving excellence as a team. This division is highly competitive and only played one way FULLSPEED.

Pee Wee Division Player Schematic

• Age Requirements: Football and Cheer Ages 9 – 11
• older/ligher Age: 12
• Weight Range: 75 – 120 lbs.
• older/ligher Weight Range: 75 – 100 lbs.

Coach- James Knaus- 562- 447-6325

Pee Wee Divisional VP Juan Holub

Jr. Pee Wee Division

In this division all the hard work comes together and competitive football begins. Here is where your athlete learns valor on the battlefield and composure fast.  The coaches who guide these athletes are no longer on the field or in the huddle, they are on the sidelines coaching and monitoring the fundamentals learned and demonstrated by these athletes. This is where the kids start to come into their own and the diverse talents that make up a team are showcased. Here is where hitting starts to ring out loud in the field of play–the grid iron. FULLSPEED is taught and sought by the monitoring coaching staff of La Habra Pop Warner Football.

Jr. Pee Wee Division Player Schematic

• Age Requirements: Football and Cheer Ages 8 – 10
• older/ligher Age: 11
• Weight Range: 60 – 105 lbs.
• older/ligher Weight Range: 60 – 85 lbs.

Coach – Andrew Amparano

Jr. Pee Wee Divisional VP Jon Marshall

Mighty Mite and Jr. Mighty Mite Divisions

There is a reason why these kids are called Mighty Mites! The La Habra Pop Warner Mighty Mite program is designed to instruct the young players about the total package: tackle, sportsmanship and teamwork. Mighty Mite athletes will apply the skills they have gained from flag football in an effort to polish them “full gridiron” in full pads. They will learn body/gear dynamics with helmet and shoulder pads. They will swiftly soul search and reflect if full contact at full speed is the fun they crave.  It’s the first step in meeting continued to grow to enjoy for love of the game.  The Mighty Mite Division will infuse teamwork, composure, pride and feeling of accomplishment.  Program goal is about gaining a step closer to the competitive level of tackle football in these young athletes.

Mighty Mite Player Schematic

• Age Requirements: Football and Cheer Ages 7 – 9
• Weight Range: 45 – 90 lbs.

Coach MM Luca Livi- (310) 503-0531 email: lgn2@verizon.net

Coach JMM- James Zavala

Mighty Mite Divisional VP Ashley Herrera

Flag Football

The La Habra Pop Warner Flag Football Division will infuse the fundamentals of football combined with extreme fun for maximum learning. What a sight to see, these young Lions demonstrating their newly found skills and knowledge of the game on the grid iron. The parents in the Flag Division will be thrilled to know that their young athletes are working hard to create destiny in becoming the future tackle stars of the La Habra Pop Warner Football Program in the years to come!

Flag Football Information

• Age Requirements: Football and Cheer Ages 5 – 6
• Weight Range: N/A

 Coach Open- Larry Herrera (562) 237-0299

Flag Divisional VP Bertha Rodriguez

Pop Warner Football Age/Weight Schematic * new for 2012

A player may gain 1 pound per week after the second game, up to a maximum of 9 pounds.

Flag Football
$ 250
Fee includes membership dues, a loaner practice jersey and pants that must be returned at the end of the season, and a game jersey to keep. Parents are responsible for cleats, athletic cup and mouth piece

Tackle Football
$ 320
Fee includes membership dues, a loaner helmet, practice pants, practice jersey, game pants and pads that must be returned at the end of the season, and a game jersey to keep. Parents are responsible for cleats, athletic cup and mouth piece

Flag Cheer
$ 180
Fee includes membership dues, practice shorts and shirt. The cheer uniform is NOT included in the fee. Shoes, socks and poms are at parent expense

Challenger Football ages 5-22
$40
Fee includes team fee, game pants that must be returned at the end of the season, and a game jersey and practice shirt to keep

Pop Warner’s overall goals are to enable young people to benefit from participation in team sports and activities in a safe and structured environment and by establishing a Challenger Division Pop Warner is providing an opportunity for everyone to participate in the great game of football.

Pop Warner objectives are to inspire our youth, regardless of race, creed, religion or national origin to practice the ideals of sportsmanship, scholarship and physical fitness as reflected in the life of the late Glenn Scobie “Pop” Warner. Pop Warner Strives to make the game fun for all boys and girls.

The program stresses learning lessons of value far beyond the playing or spirit days of those involved, such as; self-discipline, teamwork, concentration, friendship, leadership, and sportsmanship.

The philosophy of the Pop Warner Challenger Division is to provide the framework for local Pop Warner programs to offer a structured football program for participants with special needs. The Challenger program is non-competitive and no score is kept. The games are modeled after a typical Pop Warner game with warm-ups, coin toss and national anthem etc. Participation in the Challenger Division is permitted at the request of the individual’s parent or guardian.

The Pop Warner Challenger Division was pioneered and established in 2004 in East Greenbush in the Capital District Pop Warner League.

Challenger Football ages 5-22
$40
Fee includes team fee, game pants that must be returned at the end of the season, and a game jersey and practice shirt to keep

Challenger Cheer ages 5-22
$40
Fee includes team fee, practice shorts and shirt. The cheer uniform is NOT included in the fee. Shoes, socks and poms are at parent expense

The modified rules of the Pop Warner Challenger Division:

• Challenger Division follows Pop Warner Flag Football Rules with modifications as noted in Rules.

• All children ages 5-16 who are currently enrolled in school with physical or mental disabilities.

• Level of play based on size, age and skill level are recommended where numbers allow.

• Teams must roster a minimum of 10 and no more than 28 players.

• Games are played with a minimum of five (5) players on each side. This can increase as participation numbers increase.

• No score is kept.

• Teams are permitted one (1) game per week.

• National registration fees are $10.

• All players receive equal number of plays.

• Pop Warner recommends team helpers must be a minimum of 13 years of age to assist participants.

• Field may be standard 100 yards or programs may opt to use a 50 yard field.

• Team Jerseys and flags provided for every participant.

• Insurance for the Challenger Teams is the same as Pop Warner Flag Football teams.

• One Coach permitted on the field at all times.

• Teams play two 25 minute half’s with a running clock.

Challenger Coordinator- Cheryl Cooley
Phone: 562-690-1255
Email: ThePrideOfLaHabra@yahoo.com

Head Coach- Kwan Lee

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Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q)and
For Your Information (F.Y.I)

If you require further information that cannot be answered here, please contact the league at ThePrideofLaHabra@yahoo.com
Your questions are very important to us.
Thank you for taking the time to learn about our program. You too can be a member of The Pride of La Habra.
Join La Habra Pop Warner today!

Why do even returning families need to present an original birth certificate and prove residency at registration?
Our governing body requires that each child prove age. An original birth certificate is the document in which our league is authorized to determine this information accurately. An abstract document is not an original birth certificate document and will not be authorized. There is time to order a document by utilizing the two links provided for local agencies. Please use the internet to access other county and state areas not shown. A current utility bill is mandatory at the time of sign ups to prove residency. Please respect that our Board of Directors is to abide with these requirements to conduct our business of registration. Please… help us, help you. Be prepared with these documents at the time of registration. There will be no exceptions.
Here are website links to obtain certified birth certificates in
Orange County: http://ochealthinfo.com/public/bd/birth.htm
Los Angeles County: http://www.lavote.net/RECORDER/BDM_Records.cfm (return to top)

Why does my child need to be present at registration?
Tackle players must prove weight and be fitted for equipment.
Flag Division players need to be fitted for equipment
Cheerleaders need to be fitted and complete a League Cheer participation disclosure

Why does my child need to have a physical?
It is a mandatory rule that each child been considered physically fit by a professional in order to participate. Each child must provide the team staff with a form of physical fitness proof that has been conducted within the 2009 season prior to the first day of practice. If a child is missing his or her proof of physical fitness by the first day of practice, he or she will be denied participation to take the field until the condition has been met. Many efforts are being made to make the physical exam assessable and cost efficient. You may choose to take advantage of our sponsored exam arrangements or simply take our provided form and visit your personal physician. The completed form must be stamped by the attending physician for authentication. A legal parent or guardian of the registering child must sign the physical form. 

What is the definition of first come first serve in La Habra Pop Warner?
The registration process is conducted on a first come, first serve basis. Basically the first 35 children to sign up as a player or as a cheerleader are guaranteed to be placed on a team.  If an assembly of children between one certain team (#1 team) and a 2nd anticipated team (#2 team) in one division does not meet a minimum of a board determined assembly of children, there is a possibility that the second team may not be formed.  Once the first 35 children have registered in any one division, the subsequent applicants will be placed on a waiting list until the computation has been met.

What if I have more than one child, will they be able to be on the same team?
The league makes a consorted effort to keep siblings together on the same team as long as they fall within the age and or weight schematic. A child’s league age is determined by his or her age as of July 31, 2012. Whatever the child’s age is at that time, determines the category of the age schematic the child will qualify for placement as a participant. An example would be if a child is 4 years old by July 31st but their birth day is on August 1st, they will not be eligible as a participant. Another case would be if a child is 15 on July 31st and turns 16 by August 1st they would be eligible. If a child is 15 during sign ups and turns 16 on or prior to July 31st. that child will be ineligible. Requests are taken but not guaranteed for specific coaches. Our goal is to keep the kids together with the same coach and or teams throughout your child’s Pop Warner years. Also requests are taken into consideration for transportation purposes, but not guaranteed. The league will make its best effort to accommodate everyone’s wishes. We as a league also look out for the safety of all participates, so we have the authority to place them in the lowest possible division according to their age and or weights.

What if I cannot afford the registration fees?
We can help! At La Habra Pop Warner we want to afford the opportunity for every child to play regardless of ability to pay. Please contact the League President at 562- 690-1255 for details.

What will my player child wear for practice & games?
The league provides equipment for tackle and flag division players during the season. This equipment is on loan (except for the game jersey which the child keeps after the end of the season). Your child will be provided with a helmet, pads, practice and game pants, a practice jersey and game jersey. These items are provided by the league through registration fees and fund raising efforts. The family is responsible for purchasing cleats, socks and a mouthpiece.

What will my cheerleader wear for practice & games?
Cheerleaders are provided with a short and shirt set for practices. The cheer uniform package includes a shell, skirt, liner, brief, 1 pair of socks, a hair bow and pom poms. The cheer uniform package is not included in registration. Returning Lady Lions from 2008 may wear their uniforms providing they fit properly or replacement items can be purchased from the league as needed prior to the uniform ordering closing date. The league does not make any profit on this cheer uniform package. Shoes are an additional cost. For more information about the cheer program please call the Lady Lion Hotline (562) 690-1255 2# or email ThePrideOfLaHabra@yahoo.com subject “Lady Lions”

How long is the Pop Warner Season?
As of now will begin during a governing body determined day during the last week of July and continues through late November (mid Oct. for Flag). Tackle teams Jr. Pee Wee through Midget may choose to travel sometime during the first two weeks of December for invitational games. Occasionally and rarely, due to a team or cheer squad that may achieve play off or competition placement standings may have various schedules for extended travel. Team goals include playoff and championship objectives so if a team or squad does achieve this, extended activity must be expected. End of season banquets are conducted before the yearend or into January for a team that will travel for an invitational.

Will my child be safe?
Pop Warner is the only youth program that sets and enforces a strict age/weight matrix that reduces the risk and reality of injuries. Coaching staff will determine placement of the child depending on ability to ensure the safety of the child. Pop Warner football and cheer has strict guidelines for protecting the safety of our kids and requires that EVERY participating child play or cheer in EVERY game.

Will my child get to play?
Pop Warner has a “no cut” rule and players will compete with kids of similar age and size. Pop Warner football and cheer has strict guidelines for protecting the safety of our kids and requires that EVERY participating child play or cheer in EVERY game.

What is the commitment for practice?
Generally practices are conducted 4-5 days a week during August (depending on coaching staff) with scrimmages during the third and fourth Saturday. After Labor Day, practices are reduced to 3 evenings a week with games on Saturdays. A typical practice lasts 2 1/2 hours including breaks. Each coach has a developed policy about practice guidelines that each team member shall abide by.

Where will my child practice?
The membership is extended about various city park facilities or schools within a 2 ½ mile radius of one another, or the center of town for La Habra residents for the month of August. Cheerleaders will begin practice at Esteli Field for the first and possibly second week of August so that they may receive practice uniforms, uniforms and practice collectively for the parade cheer. Once these activities are complete the cheerleaders will join the football team at whichever location they may be at. All practice activities will commence to Esteli Field after Labor Day all the way through the season end.

Where are the games played?
  Included travel throughout the OEC territory ranges from South County to Pasadena. Home games are played at Esteli Field in La Habra. All teams Jr. Pee Wee level and up have an opportunity to travel during the end of Nov through the first two weeks of December for invitational games. A typical time line for games in which you must travel includes; travel time and approximately three hours between arrival, warm up, game time and end of game coach to team discussion. Some teams may attend a pizza party afterwards for the enjoyment of the children and an activity such as this is not included in the game timeline. OEC territory can be viewed on www.popwarneroec.com

What time is practice at?
Prior to Labor Day, practices generally begin at 5 pm. Some teams start at 6 pm. The practice guideline for August is 2 ½ hours each day.  After Labor Day, practice is usually spit in two shifts to accommodate all of the teams. The first group is usually Flag, Mighty Mite and Jr. Pee Wee divisions which begin approximately at 5pm and end at approximately 7:15pm for each session. The upper divisions, Pee Wee, Jr. Midget and Midgets normally begin practice at 7pm and go through 9pm for each session. If you feel that becoming a member may be a transportation problem, please communicate your concern with staff. There is always a team staff or parent that is happy to help a child get to practice or to a game if there is a situation at hand that makes it difficult.

Why do you need my child’s report card?
Pop Warner is the only youth sports program that requires participants to be academically fit in order to participate in football or cheerleading. At La Habra Pop Warner, we believe that athletics and academics go hand in hand. It is a National Pop Warner condition that a child proves academic fitness in order to participate. A “C” grade point average is acceptable. The exception would only be a child that is permitted a waiver through the principal of his or her school. Only the Little Scholar Coordinator may help you arrange the waiver. If your child does not have a report card or waiver on file, he or she will not take the field and be denied participating with practice activities until the condition has been met. *Only full year; 2008-2009 report cards will be eligible for Little Scholar Awards. *Visit the Little Scholar web page for additional information about qualifications, or email ThePrideOfLaHabra@yahoo.com subject “Little Scholar”.

Should I expect any extra circular team activities?
YES! Although is not mandatory that each child participate in team fundraisers, it is only right that everyone make a consorted effort to take part. The teams will be fundraising at various levels to achieve it’s redline commitment and for a year end banquet or possibly travel. Parents will be asked to assist with snack shack duties also. The concession stand is our 2nd largest fundraiser. If we have a proficient and effective snack shack our league proceeds will continue to keep registration costs to a minimum. During the season there will be league activities to partake with. Teams and individuals may participate in the Relay for Life, Intercoastal Watershed Clean up Day or league fundraisers such as the Parent Social and cookie dough fundraiser. We want all of our kids to receive further education on D.A.R.E. so the league conducts a Red Ribbon Day with activities annually. Cheerleaders will partake in a cheer expo to show off their talents to our membership as a pre-competition exhibit. We want to show everyone in town how awesome our kids are so it is obligatory that each child partake with marching in the annual Corn Festival parade.  We are family, this is what family does! Together we are one!

How do I request a refund?
Refund Policy
Registration fees will be refunded in full only under the following circumstances.

• If circumstances require that the child drop from participation and the league is informed in writing prior to June 1st of the current year.
• If the organization fails to certify a team which the child is able to participate in and the child is unable to move up or down to another team with in the organization.
• If the child is injured prior to his/her first game and can no longer participate for the remainder of the season.
• Please note: Players that fail to meet weight requirements prior to certification day will be moved up or down to another team within the organization whenever possible. Failure to make weight is not a valid reason for a refund.
• Failure to certify due to lack of proper documentation is not a valid reason for a refund. Requests for refunds from June 1st- August 1st will be subject to a $35 handling charge.  Requests for refund between August 1st and September 1st will be entitled to a 50 % refund from the initial registration sum for each individual child.

For your convenience: a Registration Refund Request form is available for download on the “Resource and Forms” page: Please follow the instructions and mail to:

La Habra Pop Warner: Attention League Treasurer
P.O. Box 102
La Habra, CA 90633-0102
Allow 14 days for processing.
Or please contact the League Treasurer with additional questions:
Veronica Hernandez, for any refund requests.
ThePrideOfLaHabra@yahoo.com subject “Refund Request”
Absolutely no refunds will be issued after the first game of the regular season.

Why do you consider your program to be the Pride of La Habra?
*Our organization takes pride in offering a quality after school youth sports program in an effort to promote wonderful experiences to our membership such as teamwork, sportsmanship, encouragement and discipline to achieve goals, friendship, and fun and lifetime memories.

*We pride ourselves in offering a strong, positive sports program to the youth of La Habra and East Whittier. We give kids something better to do than “hang out”. Kids learn to “hang in” for their teammates and families.

*Our program promotes a fun, family community atmosphere to our players, cheerleaders and their families. There is something for everyone to enjoy at practices and games.

*Our coaching staff is comprised of carefully screened, dedicated, fair and qualified volunteers that provide their talents for the kids.

*Our volunteers care about your kids. We have been working hard for 43 years so families can enjoy the program!

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Dates:

Saturday, May 19  ***last day to sign up for cheer only

Time: 9am-3pm

Flag Football
$ 250
Fee includes membership dues, a loaner practice jersey and pants that must be returned at the end of the season, and a game jersey to keep. Parents are responsible for cleats, athletic cup and mouth piece

Tackle Football
$ 320
Fee includes membership dues, a loaner helmet, practice pants, practice jersey, game pants and pads that must be returned at the end of the season, and a game jersey to keep. Parents are responsible for cleats, athletic cup and mouth piece

Flag Cheer
$ 180
Fee includes membership dues, practice shorts and shirt. The cheer uniform is NOT included in the fee. Shoes, socks and poms are at parent expense

Tackle Cheer
$ 180
Fee includes membership dues, practice shorts and shirt. The cheer uniform is NOT included in the fee. Shoes, socks and poms are at parent expense

Challenger Football ages 5-22
$40
Fee includes team fee, game pants that must be returned at the end of the season, and a game jersey and practice shirt to keep

Challenger Cheer ages 5-22
$40
Fee includes team fee, practice shorts and shirt. The cheer uniform is NOT included in the fee. Shoes, socks and poms are at parent expense

Registration Requirements
1. child must be minimum age 5 prior to July 31, 2012 or maximum age 15 prior to July 31, 2012 in order to participate under Pop Warner National guidelines

2. parent & player must be present at sign ups to sign contracts and forms and to verify weight

3. child’s original birth certificate must be presented during registration to prove age

4. Each child will be required to be deemed physically fit in order to participate. Parent may take advantage of a league provided physical or visit the family physician. The official league physical form must be completed by a physician.

5. Child age/weight schematic is posted below so you can best determine the division of play for your child. There are several divisions that cross over age and weight. The league will advise the parent of  the best fit for each child to ensure safety.

Pop Warner Cheerleading Age/Division Schematic

Pop Warner Football Age/Weight Schematic

*new for 2012

A player may gain 1 pound per week after the second game, up to a maximum of 9 pounds.