Where will the games be played?

Game locations will vary depending on who is fielding teams in each respective grade.  Either way we will have approximately 4 home games (Guyer High School) and 4 away games.  Wildcats Youth Sports is part of the North Texas Football League (NTFL).  This organization is composed of leagues from Southlake, Coppell, Grapevine, Colleyville, Trophy Club, Roanoke, Justin.  All of these leagues play their games predominantly at their respective high school or middle school fields. 

Is this a "Select" Program?

No, however, it is competitive.  All kids will play and there will only be tryouts when we are required to have two teams at the same grade level. The tryouts would then be used to ensure an equal and fair team building (draft) process.

What are the player eligibility requirements?

All eligibility requirements are subject to the rules, restrictions, and guidelines of the league that the Wildcats partner with.  

All children that live within the Guyer High School district that meet all other requirements are eligible. Therefore, players must attend one of these schools:

Wildcats Youth Sports is a "grade pure" association having a team for each tackle age group.  Grades 2-6.  For flag football, we will have mixed teams of 1st graders and below.

There is additionally an age restriction for each grade.  Eligibility is determined based upon the players age as of September 1 of the playing year.

What are the coaching qualifications?

All Coaches in the league are required to be certified through USAFootball.com and must be approved by the Board of Directors.  Part of the review process will include a background check.

Will there be Cheerleading?

Yes.  We have partnered with North Texas Tumble & Cheer to provide an exciting and safe cheerleading program.  Details of our program can be found here.

Where will practices be?

Practices will be held at the practice field at Guyer High School.

Do I need to buy the equipment?

The association will provide equipment (helmet & shoulder pads) to registered tackle players.  The association will provide a game jersey to all registered football players, as well as cheer uniforms for Cheerleading. 

All players will be required to purchase their own game pants (black), game socks (black), mouthguard, practice apparel, cleats, gloves, etc. A complete list of recommended equipment will be provided to registered players as we get closer to the season.

Is the league affiliated with the Guyer Wildcats?

Wildcats Youth Sports does attempt to plan activities with the Guyer Wildcats, however, the league has no official affiliation with the Guyer Wildcats. We hold practices at the high school field and run out of the tunnel with the varsity team at one of their games.  Players may also have an opportunity to work with the Guyer Varsity coaching staff and players.

How long is the season?

The season will begin mid to late July and end early November, depending on your team's success in the playoffs.  Specific dates will be determined by NTFL.

How many practices will there be?

Coaches will be restricted to no more than 3 practices (2 for flag) per week once school starts.  No practices are allowed on Sundays. Maximum practice length is 2 hrs.  No weekday practice may start prior to 5 pm.

Have a question that wasn't here?  Email us at info@lantanawildcatsfootball.org.