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Q: When does the season begin?
A: July 28, 2008. Please keep in mind that football is a huge commitment. Our practices run 5 days a week, two hours a day throughout August and early September. Vacations during this period are NOT recommended. Our National rule book states that any athlete MUST complete a full 10 hours of conditioning before participating in any contact drills. Missing any time once practice starts can cause your athlete to fall behind. If you have vacation plans after the start date of practice, please contact one of our Board Members immediately to discuss the pros & cons of the situation or to rethink your vacation plans or your commitment to Pop Warner Football.

Q: When will our Head Coach contact us?
A: Sometime in May

Q: How long does the season last?
A:4 months. The season begins the first weekday in August and continues through the month of November. Some teams (Jr. Pee Wee and above) may play into December depending upon playoff schedules.

Q: How many day/hours do the players/cheerleaders practice?
A: Tackle players will practice 4 to 5 days a week during August (10 hours per week). After the Labor Day Holiday, practice is reduced to 3 days a week(6 hours per week). Flag players will practice 3 to 4 times a week 1 hour per day. Cheer teams normally practice the same days and hours as their assigned football team.

Q: How many games will be played?
A: 10 for tackle and 8 for flag. Additional games will be played if the team makes playoffs. (for Jr Pee Wee level and above)

Q: When and where are games played?
A: All games are on Saturday. Home games will be played at Las Flores Intermediate, Trabuco Hills HS, and Santa Margarita HS. Away games will vary by location, our Conference covers Orange and L.A. County.

Q: Is there a refund policy if my player changes his mind and decides not to play?
A: Yes, 50% before May 30th. No refund after June 1st>

Q: Can I register after the March 4 registration date?
A: Registration forms will be accepted, however your child may be placed on a waiting list for a team placement.

Q: How much volunteer time is expected from parents?
A: Parents are expected to volunteer for league and/or team activities for the duration of their team’s season, which includes playoffs and bowl games.  Parents are also expected to assist during game day (field security, parking lot patrol, chain gang, field set up/take down, spotter duty, score board).  Parents will also need to help at Opening Day Carnival and Casino Night.

Q: Why must parents participate so much?
A: Volunteers run SMPW. All parents need to help in some capacity.

Q: Are cheer uniforms part of the registration fees?
A: Cheer uniforms are NOT part of the cheer registration fees. They are purchased by each girl and are theirs to keep.

Q: Is it mandatory to fundraise?
A: Yes, our League requires each athlete to sell a minimum of 15 Community Discount Cards totaling $150.00 per player and cheerleader. Discount cards are distributed at Physicals in June and must be paid for when received. Additionally, each family is to participate in other league fundraising activities such as Opening Day Carnival and Casino Night.

Q: Can I request a certain Coach or Team?
A: No requests will be accepted for teams or coaches

Q: Do I need a waiver if I live out of the boundaries of SMPW?
A: Yes you will need a waiver (signed by the President of the League of the area in which you live) before you can register with SMPW. Please see a Board Member for more information.

Q: Whom can I contact if I have questions about football registration?
A: Please contact our League’s Player Administrator, Kimberly Amloyan at smpw-pa2008@cox.net