Fall 2027 Inaugural Season · Spring 2027 Registration

Tackle Football & Sideline Cheer

Programs & Safety.

Our first Fall launch is 100% focused on Youth Tackle Football and Sideline Cheerleading (sideline only to start)—backed by the SJAA Coaches Honor and Youth Safety Policy.

01 · Fall ’27 Tackle Football02 · Fall ’27 Sideline Cheer03 · The Coaches Honor & Safety04 · Spring ’27 Registration & FAQ
Inaugural Fall 2027 · Spring 2027 Registration

Youth Tackle Football

Fundamentals, safety-first tackling, and disciplined team football.

Built for both first-time players and experienced athletes. Every practice emphasizes proper head-up tackling technique, positional fundamentals, and the CREW standard before scoreboard results.

  • Spring 2027 registration & priority access for Waitlist families
  • Brand-new, safety-certified helmets and shoulder pads funded by our Founding Crew campaign
  • USA Football / safety-certified, background-screened coaches on every sideline
  • Strict two-adult rule and return-to-play concussion protocols at every practice and game
Join Tackle Waitlist (Spring ’27)
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St. Johns Pirates Sideline Cheerleading

First Fall Focus · Sideline Only

Every game day is "All Hands." Our sideline cheerleaders lead the Pirates crowd, build athleticism and poise, and cheer alongside our tackle teams every Saturday in Fall 2027.

Inaugural Fall 2027 · Sideline Only

Sideline Cheerleading

Game-day spirit, crowd leadership, and confidence on the sideline.

Our inaugural cheer program is 100% dedicated to Sideline Cheerleading—rallying the Pirates crew on game day, learning sharp motions, chants, jumps, and teamwork in a positive, zero-travel-stress environment.

  • Sideline Cheerleading only for our inaugural Fall 2027 launch (focused on game-day spirit & fundamentals)
  • Spring 2027 registration & uniform sizing alongside Tackle Football
  • Background-screened, safety-certified cheer coaches committed to the SJAA Coaches Honor
  • Every cheerleader cheers under the same CREW values: Character, Respect, Effort, We Before Me
Join Sideline Cheer Waitlist (Spring ’27)

SJAA Youth Safety Policy & Coaching Standards

The Coaches Honor.

Every St. Johns Athletic Association coach signs the Coaches Honor and confirms receipt of the SJAA Youth Safety Policy before stepping onto the practice field. One consistent, enforceable standard for child protection and character development.

Section 3 · Youth Safety Policy

Two-Adult Rule & Full Screening

At least two background-screened adults are present at every team activity. Coaches are never alone with an athlete out of sight of another adult, and never drive a player alone.

Section 3 & 9 · Mandatory Reporting

Florida Abuse Hotline First

Suspected abuse or neglect is reported immediately to the Florida Abuse Hotline (1-800-96-ABUSE) or 911 first, then SJAA. Any accused coach is immediately removed from athlete contact.

Section 5 · Safe Communications

Parent-Included Team Channels Only

Coaches communicate with athletes only through official team channels that include parents—never via private texts, DMs, or social media.

Section 6 · All SJAA Events

100% Substance-Free Activities

Alcohol, tobacco, vaping products, marijuana, and illegal drugs are strictly prohibited at any SJAA practice, game, team party, or event.

ST. JOHNS ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION

THE COACHES HONOR

As a coach of the St. Johns Athletic Association, I understand that coaching youth football and sideline cheer is more than teaching a sport. I am entrusted with the development, safety, confidence, character, and well-being of young athletes.

I accept the responsibility to represent this association, my team, my community, and most importantly, the children I coach with honor, integrity, discipline, and respect. I understand that my actions, both on and off the field, can have a lasting impact on the young athletes who look up to me.

The Coach’s Pledge

I coach because I believe in the power of youth sports to build character, confidence, discipline, teamwork, and lifelong relationships.

I will remember that the children on my team may not remember every game we won, every play we called, or every championship we played for. They will remember how I treated them.

I will strive to make every player better, not only as a football player or cheerleader, but as a teammate, student, leader, and person.

I will protect their safety. I will teach them the fundamentals. I will challenge them to work hard. I will hold them accountable. I will encourage them when they struggle. I will celebrate their growth. I will respect the game. I will respect the officials. I will respect the families. I will respect the community. And above all, I will honor the responsibility of being a coach.

Coach’s Mandatory Acknowledgment

“I have read and understand the St. Johns Athletic Association Coaches Honor, and I have received the SJAA Youth Safety Policy. I agree to follow these standards and understand that my position as a coach is a privilege and a responsibility.”

9 Binding Standards · Aligned with SJAA Youth Safety Policy

Coaching Standards & Rules

Click any section below to inspect the exact rules every St. Johns Athletic Association coach signs and follows.

  • Follow all association, league, school, and applicable safety rules and policies, including the SJAA Youth Safety Policy.
  • Never knowingly allow an injured player to participate when doing so could endanger the child.
  • Take concussions and other injuries seriously and follow appropriate return-to-play procedures.
  • Maintain appropriate supervision of players.
  • Make sure at least two screened adults are present at every team activity, and never be alone with a player out of sight of another adult or the group.
  • Never drive a player alone unless the player's parent is present or it is an emergency.
  • Report suspected abuse or neglect to the Florida Abuse Hotline (1-800-96-ABUSE) or 911 first, then notify SJAA. Report other safety concerns or inappropriate conduct to SJAA leadership.
  • Never use physical punishment as a coaching tool.

  • Conduct myself responsibly in public and on social media.
  • Avoid behavior that could damage the reputation of the St. Johns Athletic Association.
  • Never engage in inappropriate relationships or communications with youth athletes.
  • Communicate with players only through team channels that include parents, never through private texts, direct messages, or social media. If a one-on-one message is necessary, copy a parent or another coach.
  • Maintain appropriate boundaries with players and families.
  • Never use my position as a coach for personal gain, intimidation, retaliation, or favoritism.
  • Remember that my players may see me as an example even when I am away from the field.

The St. Johns Athletic Association is committed to providing a safe, healthy, and positive environment for youth athletes.

  • Coaches shall not use, possess, distribute, or be under the influence of illegal drugs or controlled substances while participating in any association activity.
  • Coaches shall not report to practices, games, meetings, team functions, or other association activities while impaired by alcohol, marijuana, illegal drugs, or any substance that affects their ability to safely supervise and coach children.
  • Coaches shall not use, possess, or be under the influence of alcohol, tobacco, vaping products, marijuana, or illegal drugs at any association activity, including team parties and events.
  • Coaches shall not use, possess, or distribute illegal drugs at any association facility, practice, game, event, or team activity.
  • Coaches shall not encourage, provide, or facilitate the use of alcohol, tobacco, nicotine products, marijuana, illegal drugs, performance-enhancing drugs, or other prohibited substances by youth athletes.

Any violation of this policy may result in immediate removal from coaching activities, suspension, dismissal, and/or referral to appropriate authorities when required by law or association policy.

I understand that I am accountable for my actions and decisions as a coach. If I witness conduct that violates this Coaches Honor, I will report the concern through the appropriate St. Johns Athletic Association leadership channel. Suspected abuse is always reported to authorities first, as described in Section 3. Violations are handled by the Director of Coaching, with any appeal going to the SJAA Board. Violations may result in:

  • Verbal or written warning
  • Required corrective action or training
  • Suspension
  • Removal from a game or team activity
  • Removal from coaching duties
  • Termination of coaching privileges
  • Further action when required by law

Any coach accused of abuse is removed from contact with players immediately while the matter is reviewed.

Road to Fall 2027

The course ahead.

Here is how our Spring 2027 registration and Fall 2027 kickoff come together for St. Johns County families.

  1. Step 01

    Now · Founding Phase

    Waitlist & Founding Donor Campaign

    Families join the Spring 2027 Priority Waitlist while our Founding Crew & Mega Donors fund helmets, pads, uniforms, and fields via Zeffy.

  2. Step 02

    Spring 2027

    Official Registration Opens

    Priority registration opens for Youth Tackle Football and Sideline Cheerleading (sideline only). Waitlist families get first access.

  3. Step 03

    Summer 2027

    Equipment Fitting, Cheer Sizing & Pre-Season

    Helmet/pad fittings, sideline cheer uniform fittings, coach safety certifications, and heat-acclimation fundamentals camp.

  4. Step 04

    Fall 2027

    Inaugural Pirates Season Kickoff

    First Fall Tackle Football and First Fall Sideline Cheer take the field together. All Hands on game day.

Family FAQ

Questions families ask first.

Have another question for our board? Reach out anytime or join the Spring 2027 waitlist.

Join Spring ’27 Waitlist

We are launching exclusively with Youth Tackle Football and Sideline Cheerleading (sideline only to start). Focusing 100% on these two core programs lets us deliver the safest equipment, best coaching, and strongest game-day crew experience in St. Johns County.