📚 Frequently Asked Questions –
Haslett Youth Football

🏈 What is Haslett Youth Football?

Haslett Youth Football’s mission is to bolster the development of athletes who will eventually play in the Haslett High School football program. It bridges the gap from elementary-aged flag football to Haslett Middle School’s full-contact 7th/8th grade program by offering contact football for athletes in 4th, 5th, and 6th grades.

There are many benefits to participation—physical fitness and skill development, as well as teamwork, communication, leadership, sportsmanship, and more.

🤔 Why is Haslett Youth Football bringing back full-contact football?

Haslett Youth Football believes that starting contact football at younger ages—when taught safely—better prepares athletes for middle school football. Haslett Youth Football follows all MHSAA safety protocols for equipment, injury awareness, and contact limits.

📝 What format of football will Haslett Youth Football teams play?

5th and 6th graders will play 11-player, full-contact football in the Aupang Football Conference.

4th graders may either play tackle bar with other communities or join the Aupang league in full-contact.

🛡️ What equipment will players wear?

All gear is NOCSAE-certified. Haslett Youth Football provides helmets, shoulder pads, and pants with pads. Players must provide their own cleats and mouthguards and purchase game/practice jerseys (to keep).

👨‍🏫 Who will coach Haslett Youth Football teams?

Volunteer coaches from the community. All are required to complete head injury training and shoulder tackling certification.

🔃 How are teams divided?

Teams will be evenly divided as required by the league. Haslett Youth Football promotes equal playtime, development, and a "one team" mindset.

🏃‍♂️ What is the Haslett Youth Football Combine?

The Combine is a fun, skill-testing event held May 21–22, 2025, at Haslett High School’s practice field. Participation is optional but may help divide teams if needed.

📅 What’s the timeline for the season?

• Practices begin: Third week of August
• Games begin: First week of September
• Season ends: Mid to late October
• Preseason: 2 weeks, up to 5 practices/week
• Season: 7 games, 3 practices/week

📧 Who do I contact with questions?

Email us anytime at [email protected].

Haslett Youth Football Board of Directors
President: Scott Fritz
Vice President: Geoff Kimmerly
Treasurer: Jonathan Ringlein
Trustees: Corey Arendt, Travis Wilson

Haslett Youth Football is neither administered by nor affiliated with Haslett Public Schools.