FarmingtonValley

Frequently Asked Questions

This is the section of the website where I try to answer your questions before you ask them.  Here goes...

Tackle Football:

When do practices start?
Where do we practice/play?
When do we get uniforms/pads/equipment?
Is there a practice requirement for receiving equipment?
What do we need to buy for our player?
What days/times are games?
How are squads decided?

Flag Football:

When do practices start?
Where do we practice/play?
What do we need to buy for our player?

Cheerleading:

When do practices start?
What do we need to buy for our player?
What days/times are games?

Misc.

How do I get in touch with *insert name here*?


Tackle Football

When do practices start?

Practices will start on August 18 th, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM.  The first week, practices will be held Monday through Thursday.  On Friday night, all registered players will be drafted onto teams, regardless of whether they have attended practices or not.  Practice will be Monday through Thursday from 6 to 7:30 for the next two weeks.  On the week of [this date will be filled in soon], practices will be held on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at the same time.

Where are practices/games held?
Practices are generally on the football practice fields at FarmingtonHigh School, the fields by the first parking lot.  Games will be held primarily at FHS.Games may be scheduled in nearby towns; more information about away games will be made available when the schedule is finalized.   Directions to other towns will become available as the season progresses.Games will begin on [this date will be filled in soon].

When will we receive uniforms/pads/equipment?

All equipment will be handed out on a Saturday after the first or second week of practices.  Players will receive all necessary pads, practice pants, and game uniforms.  Proper fitting is supervised by our experienced coaching staff to ensure that standards of safety are met.  There will be a make-up equipment day on [this date will be filled in soon], for those who do not recieve pads the first session.

Does a player need to attend practice to receive pads?

All players must be present for 3 practices before suiting up.

What does a player need to buy?

Players must be prepared with a tee shirt and shorts for the first week of practices.  Cleats should be worn (any type will do).  If this is not possible, sneakers will suffice for the first week.  When contact begins, players will need their own athletic supporter.

What days/times are games?

Games will begin on [this date will be filled in soon].

Games are held on Sundays.  Estimated game times are:
            C Squad – 10:30 AM
            B Squad – 12:00 PM
            A Squad –
1:30 PM

The finalized game schedule will be published prior to the beginning of the season.

How are squads decided?

Players are separated into three squads (an outdated term, they are now more like conferences, with four teams each), A, B, and C, based on age and weight.


Flag Football

When do practices start?

Practices will begin on [this date will be filled in soon], from 6:00 – 7:00 PM.  For the first few weeks, Flag Football will meet on Wednesdays and Sundays.

Where do we practice/play?

Wednesday practices will take place on the field in front of Farmington High School, next to the Farmington Main Library.  Sunday games/practices will be held on the football practice fields at FHS, next to the first parking lot.

What do we need to buy for our player?

Players should have gym shorts, cleats (any kind) or sneakers, and a tee shirt for the first practice.  Players will be supplied with flags and a numbered tee shirt during the season.


Cheerleading

When do practices start?

Practices will begin on August 18th, from 6:00 – 8 PM. 

What do we need to buy for our player?

The league will provide each cheerleader with a skirt and shell, but each cheerleader will be required to purchase the following items:

-White body suit, bloomers and socks. These will be purchased through the league (Approx. $40).
- Hanes white Cheer Sneakers available at Wal-Mart (Approx. $20).
- Skin-color dance tights (Wal-Mart or a dance store) & white knit gloves (Wal-Mart) for cooler weather.
- MudHogs maroon sweatshirt (Approx. $20) or MudHogs jacket (Approx. $50) for cooler weather.

What days/times are games?

Games are held on Sundays, starting in September.  Games will run about 2 hours, and times will vary from week to week, falling anywhere between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM.

Where can I find the latest information about cheerleading?

In season messages are passed primarily via email. Make sure the league has your current email address and check your inbox regularly to keep up with the latest updates. If you're looking for more information on this site, check the cheerleading page.


Misc.

How do I get in touch with *insert name here*?

Try our Board Members page.  If you still can’t find who you’re looking for, email me (webmastac@gmail.com).  I’ll be happy to connect you to any of our staff.