Requirements To Participate In Pop Warner:

• There are NO TRYOUTS and no cutting of the roster!
• Must be between 5-12 years of age as of July 14
• Participant must have a 70%/2.0 grade point average from the previous school year

*Those not meeting the scholastic requirement may submit a scholastic eligibility form, a progress report system used to monitor the participants’ grades throughout the season.

Additional Information To Consider Regarding Registration/Signing Up

• Fall practice begins on July 15h!
• Pop Warner has a Mandatory Play Rule (MPR) for all teams - every child participates!
  
• A typical season consists of a 7 to 9 game regular season schedule.
• Pop Warner participants and volunteers must abide by the Code of Conduct.
• Take a look at some of the many Benefits of Playing Pop Warner

Disclosure - Team Formation

DSYSA will make every attempt to field the appropriate number of teams that will allow everyone who has registered an opportunity to play. Several factors are taken into consideration, but it is primarily dependent on whether there is a qualified coaching staff to lead each team. If we are unable to field a team once you have registered, you will be given a full refund.

Required Documents For Tackle Players:

• Copy of player’s Birth Certificate (uploaded during online registration)
• Copy of player’s 2025-2026 FINAL report card to include grades for art, music, etc. (this will only be available once your child has been promoted to the next grade for this school year)
• Completed 2025-2026 Pop Warner Participant Contract and Parental Consent Form
• Completed 2025-2026 Pop Warner Youth Participant Medical History Form

2026 Registration Fees

Registration fees help cover the costs of operating our program, including referee fees, field rentals, team equipment, insurance, and administrative expenses.

Total Registration Cost: $450
This fee includes:

• Game jersey
• One pair of game pants (with integrated pads)
• One pair of socks
• Helmet decals
• Equipment bag
• Team shirt and shorts

A link to order all included items will be provided in your registration confirmation email.

Tackle Football Divisions (Rookie, 9U, 10U & 12U): $450

Additional Expenses

For tackle football, the following required equipment is not included in the registration fee and must be provided by the player:

• White helmet with a valid *2025 or 2026 certification sticker
• Shoulder pads
• Cleats
• Mouthguard with strap
• White practice jersey
• Practice football pants (typically white, black, or gray)
• Knee pads and a 5-pad girdle (if practice pants do not include integrated pads)

Optional items:

• Additional practice gear (such as performance undershirt and shorts)

Travel Expenses
At all levels, teams may be required to travel outside the league or state. Any travel-related expenses are the responsibility of the family and are not included in the registration fee.

Helmet Certification Requirement – 2026 Season

For the 2026 tackle football season, all players are required to have helmets with certification stickers dated 2025 or 2026.

If your child’s helmet (sticker located on the back) shows 2024 or older, it must be re-certified through reconditioning.

Reconditioning Details

• Cost: $80 (cash or check payable to DSYSA)
• Drop-off Date: Saturday, April 4th (9:00 AM – 11:00 AM ONLY)
• Helmets will not be accepted after this date

Drop-off Location
155 Grafton Ln.
Austin, TX 78737

Important:
Please ensure your player’s name and phone number are clearly written on tape and securely attached to the helmet at the time of drop-off.

Refund Policy

• Prior to June 15: Full refund
• June 15 – August 1: 50% refund

After August 1, no refunds will be issued, except in cases of medical conditions that prevent participation. All medical refund requests must include a doctor’s note and are subject to board approval.

If we are unable to form a team for your child’s preferred division, your child may have the option to move up to the next division (based on age and weight eligibility) or receive a full refund.