Over the years that little club has grown into a national youth football league. With programs in 36 states, the Pop Warner Little Scholars program works with more than 225,000 kids. But showing up for practice isn't enough for Pop Warner directors. To participate in a league, all players must maintain a good academic record, and excellent students are eligible for college schoarlships and Scholastic All-American Awards. One of the most unique features of the Pop Warner program is that they have written rules stating all kids will get a chance to play in games, regardless of their athletic skills.
Coaches can participate in regional clinics, and teams are eligible for post-season bowl programs.
To avoid player injuries, Pop Warner coaches pay close attention to safety. They check equipment and survey the playing fields regularly. The organization also sets national safety standards for the ages and weights of the players. In case of an accident, the national office provides an insurance program for every local team. All rights reserved.