Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What grade do I sign my son up for?
A: Sign him up for the grade he WILL BE in the fall during the season.
Q: Can both of my sons play on the same team?
A: That may be more likely at the lower grades (1-3) because team boundaries are more defined by school boundaries. However, even in the lower grades team makeup decisions are made between coaches will based on team need. In the older grades (4-8) team selection is solely based on the draft. It is up to the coaches whom they choose for their team based on each teams’ needs.
Q: When does the season begin?
A: While specific dates will vary from year to year LYF and the UYFC (Utah Youth Football Conference) try to mirror the Utah High School football season as much as possible. Try outs (if applicable) will begin the week following the 24th of July Holiday. Practices can begin after tryouts, often the first week of August. The first games usually start the second week of August. The Jamboree will be the weekend before the first games.
Q: Is there a discount if I have multiple children to register for Lehi Youth Football?
A: Yes, if you have three or more players in grades 1-8, the discount applies. The first two children are $400 each. For each family member after there is a $25 discount per child. Please remember, the discount only applies when registration and fees are completed and submitted PRIOR to the registration deadline and all in one checkout.
Q: When are games and practices?
A: Each coaching staff determines where, when and how long their practices will be based off UYFC guidelines. This tends to be 3-4 days during season, typically in the evening weekdays. However, some teams will practice Saturdays. Typically, games will be played on Saturdays but due to limitations in referee crew availability and field availability some grades will play games during the week in the evenings. Please be mindful when planning vacations. Games will not be changed, and if practices are missed not playing for the following game can be a consequence.
Teams all play 8 games (weeks) and then depending on records they could have playoff games (those would be the ones after fall break typically).
Q: Will games be played over the Labor Day weekend?
A: Yes, games are typically scheduled and played on Labor Day Weekend.
Q: Are games played over the UEA weekend [aka Fall Break] ?
A: No. Typically games are not scheduled or played over UEA weekend [aka Fall Break]
Q: I would like to register my child but I do not have the money. Can I register them now and pay later?
A: An initial payment of $100 is required to register your child. After the initial money is paid, then payments are made in equal amounts up to the registration deadline.
Q: How much of the registration fee do I get refunded at the end of the season?
A: None. Fees cover a variety of needs and there is no refund at the end of the year. The equipment deposit required when picking up equipment is returned or shredded upon receipt of the equipment at the end of the year.
Q: I want my child to play for the same coach as last year. Is there anything I can do to ensure this happens?
A: Teams are selected by the coaches at tryouts. These decisions are made at the coaches discretion based off team make up, dynamics and abilities.
Q: I want my child to play for a different coach this year. What do I do to ensure that happens?
A: Teams are selected by the coaches at tryouts. If you do not want them to play for a specific coach then approaching that coach and letting them know at try-outs would be appropriate.
Q: How are teams selected?
A: Grades 1-3 selections are based as close to school boundaries as possible. However, the coaches are given some leeway. Grades 4-8 selection is made specifically through coach evaluation of his team needs and player skills. 9th grade is one team.
Q: What do registration fees cover?
A: A jersey to keep, League fees, Referee costs, Equipment maintenance and replacement, Field usage, Coach background checks.
Q: How do I cancel/get a refund?
A: All refunds are subject to the refund policy. The refund policy can be found here. If you have read the refund policy you can contact registration@lehiyouthfootball.org for more information about processing your request.