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Pop Warner programs, NCYFL leagues, travel clubs, and summer football camps for youth tackle football players across Nassau and Suffolk County.

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Long Island Youth Tackle Football

Long Island youth tackle football is anchored by Pop Warner chapters and the Nassau County Youth Football League (NCYFL) at the recreational level, and elite travel programs like Long Island Knights Football and the Sound Sharks at the competitive level. The Long Island Youth Football Association (LIYFA) connects players, coaches, and families across Nassau and Suffolk County.

Whether your child is just putting on pads for the first time or competing for a high school roster spot, Long Island's tackle football community has a program for every age and level. Browse all LI youth tackle football programs below.

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🏈 Tackle Football Gear & Equipment

Pop Warner and youth tackle football require substantial protective gear. Most programs provide helmets and shoulder pads — confirm with your league before purchasing.

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Riddell SpeedFlex Youth Helmet
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Youth Football Helmet
NOCSAE certified. Riddell and Schutt are top brands. Most programs provide these.
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Youth Shoulder Pads
Size based on chest measurement. Most programs provide. Check before buying.
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Youth Football (Game Size)
Pee Wee (ages 9-12), Junior (ages 9-12), Youth (ages 10-14). Varies by division.
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Football Cleats
Mid-top molded cleats for most youth divisions. Metal cleats not allowed.
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Football Mouthguard
Required equipment. Boil-and-bite provides better fit than stock.
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Football Girdle with Pads
Integrated hip, thigh, and knee pads. Much easier than individual pads.
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Youth Football Gloves
Sticky receiver gloves improve catching. Lineman gloves for protection.
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Arm Sleeves
Turf burn prevention and compression. Popular with skill position players.
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Football Training Cones
Route running, footwork drills, and agility work. Essential for at-home training.
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Quarterback Training Aid
Throwing aids that promote spiral and proper release mechanics for QBs.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Long Island Pop Warner starts at age 5 with the Tiny Mite division (ages 5–7). Divisions progress through Mitey Mite, Junior Pee Wee, Pee Wee, and Midget.
Long Island Pop Warner programs follow USA Football heads-up tackling protocols with strict weight limits and mandatory coach safety certification. The AAP recommends flag football until age 14.
Pop Warner registration on Long Island typically costs $150–$350 per season including equipment fitting. Families purchase their own cleats and mouthguards.
The Pop Warner season runs August (practices begin) through November with games on weekends. All-star tournament teams extend through December for top performers.
Pop Warner is the national youth football organization with strict weight rules and national championships. PAL (Police Athletic League) also runs youth tackle and flag football programs across Nassau and Suffolk County with slightly different structures.
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