The Elk River Youth Football Association (ERYFA) is volunteer run organization dedicated to offering young people in grades 2nd through 8th an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of football, the value of teamwork and to have fun doing it.
The program has been designed, to contribute to the development of the players:
Sense of Achievement
Leadership Skills
Sense of Teamwork
Positive self-image
Moral Principles
Appreciation of what the body can do
Social Skills
Understanding the character a person needs to have on and off the football field.
We are committed to providing an opportunity for as many children as possible to participate in football under the rules of the league.
The mission of Elk River Youth Football is to provide a fun athletic
experience while teaching our players specific and general footballs skills.
We want both parents and players to enjoy this introductory level of football!
Elk River Youth Football Association (ERYFA) is a youth football organization that was formed to give the youth of the Elk River Area an opportunity to learn the fundamentals and play the game of organized football. ERYFA is comprised of an all-volunteer team of people who believe in the positive life lessons that can be learned through playing football. We are committed to creating a positive and fun experience for every player. The Elk River youth football program starts in 2nd grade and runs through 8th grade. We are an inclusive program. Every player who decides to play will be part of the team.
Webster Dictionary defines Sportsmanship as: “Conduct (as fairness, respect for one's opponent, and graciousness in winning or losing) that is becoming to one participating in a sport”.
ERYFA reminds all parents, players and coaches to practice good sportsmanship. You are representing our community. We teach our children by example. It’s a simple as remembering the motto below:
PLAYERS PLAY!
COACHES COACH!
REFEREES REF!
PARENTS/FANS CHEER!