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2026 East County Youth Football - Fall 2026

WELCOME TO EAST COUNTY YOUTH FOOTBALL!

We are excited for the 2026 season!

Please visit our website and FAQ section

You can also follow us on Instagram @eastcountylionsfootball or @eastcountylionscheer_

Any questions regarding the Football registration process please reach out to info@eastcountylions.com

REGISTRATION FEES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

  • Practice jersey
  • Helmet and shoulder pads
  • Pair of both game home/away jerseys and pants

Practice begins on 07/13/2026 and the season will end 11/14/2026

All 8th graders over 105lbs must register at the Varsity level

EQUIPMENT DEPOSIT: $450 deposit will be required. This will not be cashed unless equipment is not returned

VOLUNTEER DEPOSIT: $500 deposit will be required. This will not be cashed unless volunteer hours are not completed

Both of these checks can be brought to Lions Day

*PLEASE READ*

  • Registration fees cannot be refunded after the player steps on the field for the first practice on 07/13/2026
  • There is a "tryout" period. Your registration payment does not guarantee a spot on the team
  • Requests for placement on a specific team or coach requests will not be accepted. All players will tryout.
  • Please refer to age and weight requirements here to select the appropriate level: age & weight requirements 
  • Refunds: Please understand that football is a very costly sport and most leagues do not offer refunds because of the very high over head costs assoated with the program. If your athlete decides to quit three weeks into practice it does not change the fact that we had to purchase jerseys, clothing, helmets, pads and other costs
  • Please review refund policies here

Registration Status:
Open
Early Bird Registration:
Friday, February 13, 2026 - Sunday, March 15, 2026
Regular Registration:
Monday, March 16, 2026 - Monday, June 29, 2026
Late Registration:
Tuesday, June 30, 2026 - Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Program Duration:
Monday, July 13, 2026 - Sunday, November 15, 2026
Early Registration Cost:
$500.00
Regular Registration Cost:
$550.00
Late Registration Cost:
$575.00
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2026 East County Youth Cheer Competition Tryouts - Spring 2026

EAST COUNTY YOUTH CHEER COMPETITION TRYOUTS

Tryout dates will be from March 30th, 2026 through April 4th, 2026

The competition tryouts are required to be considered for the Competitive Cheer Team

Cost is $50

Locations to be announced prior to the tryouts

Registration Status:
Open
Regular Registration:
Friday, February 13, 2026 - Monday, March 30, 2026
Program Duration:
Monday, March 30, 2026 - Saturday, April 4, 2026
Regular Registration Cost:
$50.00