Our league is what you might call a “travel league” which means that not only do we play and cheer in the communities the children are from but we also travel to other cities, regions and states to compete as well.  Travel introduces our youngsters to other youngsters with the same interests which ultimately teaches them valuable social skills and respect for others that lead to their becoming more well-rounded mature adults.  

Our league also recognizes the importance of our scholar athletes in both football and cheer.  We have a new scholar recognition program that  motivate all of our participants to focus on high academic achievements.

Several associations make up our league.  These associations are highly organized and very connected to the community.  Our coaching and administrative volunteers are key to the success of our league.  The associations’ volunteers contribute to fundraising efforts which allows our teams and squads to travel and compete against other teams and leagues.  Only the best of the best volunteers are sought to coach our youngsters.  Each of the coach volunteers must submit to a national background check. In addition, our coach volunteers must attend an extensive seminar training/presentation on how to properly teach and coach youngsters to properly cheer and play and manage the games.   As part of this seminar training this year, it is required that all of our coaches learn about preventing, recognizing and responding to sports related concussions.

We emphasize to everyone that although the game is played to win or lose, coaches must emphasize these key factors:

1. Safety first
2. Every child must play
3. Always demonstrate sportsmanship and respect for others

If you know of or have youngsters who might want to participate in a fantastic football and cheer league, contact us!!

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Maurice Adams
President, SEMYAL

May 2014