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FOOTBALL FAQ’S

How much does Football cost? Flag is $80 and Tackle is $110

What is the age groups? Flag is K-2^nd , the K-1^st will play here in Grain Valley and the 2^nd grade will play in the West Central League. Tackle is 3^rd through 7^th

Where do we play? K-1^st play in Grain Valley at the Football Fields located on AA Hwy, 2^nd grade Flag and Tackle will play games in Grain Valley and other town sites.

What other towns do we play in? Oak Grove, Harrisonville, Pleasant Hill, Clinton, Sedalia, Lone Jack, Warrensburg, Blue Springs, Butler, and Holden.

Is there a fundraiser ? Yes, if you do not wish to do the fundraiser there is a buyout of $50.

Is there a late fee for signing up my child? Yes, the late fee is $20 starting on July 21^st

When are Football sign-ups? June 1^st through July 20^th

Where can I sign my child up for Football? GVAAsports.org

What equipment do I have to provide for my child? Cleats. We will provide all other equipment and uniforms.

Where are the practices? Down at the Football fields, which are located on AA (Eagles Pkwy) about 1 mile east of Buckner Tarsney (Main Street)

Is there a weight limit on playing? The only weight limit is on the player carrying the ball. 3^rd and 4^{th grade} is 90lbs, 5^th and 6^th grade is 120lbs, and 7^th grade is 140lbs.

Do your coach’s have to have background checks? YES, there is no charge for this.

What do I have to do to become a coach? You have to become a GVAA member. The cost is $10 per year.

What days are the games played on? K - 1^st grades are played during the week, the 2^nd grade Flag plays on Saturdays and the Tackle 3^rd - 7^th grades will also play on Saturdays.

Can my child play if we do not live in Grain Valley? Yes

Can I bring in a team out of town? Not a full team, you can only freeze 8 players and the rest will go into a draft. Only teams from the previous year will be able to keep all the players that played on that team.