Frequently Asked Questions

What ages are served by the Converse Cardinals?

Flag: ages 5 & 6 (new rule for 2010, 4 year olds can play if they turn 5 by December 31, 2010)

Tackle: ages 7-13 Tackle groups are the following

Midget: age 7 (some kids at age 6 can play in this group also with Head coaches approval)

Rookie: ages 8 & 9

Junior: ages 10 & 11

Cheer ages from 4-13

Note: Age as of August 1 of the current year

            Registration Fees

All youth will receive an end of season trophy, entry for the end of season banquet and League Certification Fee's.

Cheerleaders registration cost is $50.00.   If you do not have a Cardinals Cheer uniform, the uniform package is $150.00.  This includes Cheer top, skirt, briefs, socks, T-shirt, shorts, cheer bag, hair bow, shoes and Poms.  Total cost for new cheerleaders is $200.00.  The $150 uniform package cost will need to be paid in full directly to the uniform vendor at the uniform sizing (June/July 2010).  Returning cheerleaders will be able to purchase certain items if needed.

All football players will need cleats. 

Flag Football registration cost is $95.00.  Players will receive the following: Game jersey with last name on the back, Game pants, Game Belt, Game Socks and Mouth Piece.
(Game Pants & Belt must be returned at the end of the season)

Tackle Football registration cost is $115.00.  Players will receive the following:  Game jersey with last name on the back, Game pants, Game Belt, Game Socks, Mouth Piece and helmet decal.
(Game Pants & Belt must be returned at the end of the season)

Tackle players must provide the following:

Helmet (must be white with a grey face mask), Chin Strap, Shoulder Pads, 7 piece pad set, practice pants and jersey.  A date will be scheduled for anyone wanting to purchase any of these items through our equipment provider.  You can also purchase these from a sporting goods store. 

If you currently have equipment it will need to be inspected by our coaching staff for proper fit and for safety reasons.

            Does each team have a maximum number of players for each division?

Yes, All TYFA teams for the 2010 season will have a cap on the amount of players that can be on each team.

            What is your refund policy?

You can request a refund before July 1, 2010.  NO REFUNDS will be issued after this date.  If you made a deposit of $25 to secure a spot, the deposit is nonrefundable. 

            Do you have mandatory fundraisers?

We do not have mandatory fundraisers.  Which means we do not have any additional opt out fees or any other hidden fees.  We will have several non-mandatory fundraisers throughout the year but this is not a mandatory requirement.

            When is practice? How long is the season?

The season spans the months of August 2, 2010 through November and depending on playoff status games can continue through December.

Conditioning starts August 2, 2010.  We practice from 6-8pm Monday - Friday for two weeks.  The first week of practice we ask for all kids to wear shorts, T- shirt , socks and cleats.  You can have your child place their name on the front and back of the T-shirt.  This helps the coaches learn the names of the kids. 

Normal practice is Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 6-8pm.

The regular season starts first week of September. The schedule includes 8 regular season games.  4 home and 4 away.

            Where is practice and where is our home field?

Our New 2010 Practice location will be Converse North Park.  We will practice at the baseball fields.  We are also having a new Football Field built at North Park. 

            Do parents/Guardians have to be present during practice?

Yes, we require a parent or guardian to be present during practice.

            Do you practice/play in the rain? 

Yes we do, if lighting is in the area we will cancel the event.  During game days we may postpone or reschedule the game. 

            Do you have games out of town?

Yes, TYFA is very large organization.  Travel may be required, but should be limited.  The 2010 schedule is normally posted a week or so before the first scheduled game.     

            Is my child guaranteed playing time?

We abide by the rules of Texas Youth Football Association.  There is no mandatory play rule in the TYFA league.  While we believe all children should have the opportunity to play, it is up to the coaches to set their own policy. 

            Do you have weight limits?

No, we are a No weight limit league, all kids are placed by age.

            Can I volunteer?

We encourage all parents and guardians to participate.  We ask all parents and guardians to give us at least 2 hours of your time.  We have many activities you can help us with.  The Converse Cardinals will not operate without the Cardinal parents working together to make it happen. 

            Are your coaches Certified?

Yes they are.  All coaches are certified through TYFA.  They also go through a background check.

                             Any NSF checks will be charged $25.00