Overview
Wilton youth Tackle/Rookie teams are travel teams in the Fairfield County Football League (FCFL). Teams are coached by parent volunteers. Our volunteer coaches bring incredible passion, knowledge and sacrifice to support Wilton's youth. Go, Warriors!!!
The FCFL is a development league and its top two (2) focuses are player safety and skill development. Thus the rules are unique to Fairfield County. We do not play by classic Pop Warner or other youth football rules. As an example, there are no kick offs or returned punts in the FCFL.
The FCFL follows USA Football's 'Heads Up' philosophy which is the 'Gold' standard for commitment to player safety. The FCFL is considered a 'Gold' standard nationally for player safety and skill development.
Generally at each grade level there are two-three practices per week and one game each weekend. Young athletes are encouraged to play other fall sports, but a minimum of two practices is required to participate in each game.
Programs - Seasons
Wilton youth football has (3) seasons:
- Fall - Aug/Nov
- Spring - April/May
- Summer - June/Aug
The fall season is our regular season and consists of eight (8) games plus the playoffs.
The spring and summer seasons are our skill development time periods. These seasons include camps, clinics and other skill development opportunities. A majority of the developmental sessions are led by the High School players and coaches.
The fall season consists of two programs -
- Rookie Football - Grades 2* - 4
- Tackle Football - Grade 4 - 8
*2nd graders must try out for the 3rd/4th grade team
Wilton Youth Football Refund Policy:
Tackle registration cancellations are subject to a $50 administrative fee and must be submitted via email by the Tuesday after Labor Day. On or after Labor Day cancellations will not receive a refund. If equipment has been picked up, it must be returned in a plastic bag to the team's head coach. The player name must be clearly marked either on the outside of the bag or on a piece of paper inside the bag. Your equipment deposit check will be shredded upon receipt of the equipment.
Email address for Registration Cancellations: [email protected] (Please state player full name, grade, and program)