Our Programs
Building Champions, Fostering Leaders, and Strengthening Our Community.
The Red Wolves Junior Football Association (RWJFA) offers premier youth football and cheer programs within the Riverview School District. As a member of the Greater Eastside Junior Football Association (GEJFA), we provide a safe, structured, and highly competitive environment designed to transition young athletes into future high school leaders.
TACKLE FOOTBALL
Tackle football is open to boys and girls ages 8–14. Seven-year-olds weighing over 60 lbs may be eligible to participate with approval. Athletes build comprehensive skills in offensive and defensive positions through full-contact play. Teams are structured by age and weight to ensure safety and competitive balance.
Registration Details
Early Bird Registration: Dates 3/16 - 4/5 | Fee: $445
General Registration: Dates 4/6 - 4/30 | Fee: $460
Last Chance Registration: Dates 5/1 - 6/10 | Fee: $495
What to Expect
2026 Season: Practices start on August 4th and will be every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday along with practices on Monday, August 10; Monday, August 17; and Saturday, August 29.
Games are played on Saturdays through early November.
Training: Players develop skills in both offensive and defensive positions, with a heavy emphasis on proper "Heads Up" tackling, field awareness, and discipline.
Eligibility: Open to boys and girls ages 8–14 residing in the Riverview School District. (7-year-olds 60 lbs+ may be eligible upon approval). Players from outside the Riverview School District are considered transfer players and must receive permission from both their home club and RWJFA before joining.
Teams: Teams are initially formed based on the order of registration, and once team capacity is reached, additional registrants will be placed on a waitlist. If registration numbers allow for a team split, players will be rostered accordingly.
Tackle CHeer
Our cheer program is open to athletes of all abilities, ages 6–14 (Grades K–8th). This program is designed to build confidence and teamwork while mastering the technical side of the sport. Participants will develop fundamental and advanced cheer skills, including sharp motions, crowd-leading chants, and polished halftime routines. As athletes progress, they will incorporate high-impact elements such as stunts and tumbling to elevate their performance.
Registration Details
Early Bird Registration: Dates 3/16 - 4/5 | Fee: $225*
General Registration: Dates 4/6 - 4/30 | Fee: $260*
Last Chance Registration: Dates 5/1 - 6/10 | Fee: $260*
*Registration fees do not include cheer uniform cost, approximately $350.
What to Expect
2026 Season: Practices begin in August 4th with teams training 3 days per week before transitioning to 2 days per week in September. Cheerleaders will showcase their skills by performing at Saturday football games, bringing energy and spirit to the field throughout the season.
Training: Participants develop essential cheer skills, including sharp motions, vocal projection, and jumps. As athletes progress, they incorporate advanced elements such as technical stunting and tumbling to elevate their performances.
Eligibility: Open to boys and girls ages 6–14 (Grades K–8th) residing within the Riverview School District. We welcome children of all abilities to join our spirited community.
Teams: We focus on developing the whole athlete through five core pillars: Respect for volunteer coaches, Responsibility in being prepared, Teamwork through cooperation, proactive Communication, and Active Listening.
Flag FOOTBALL
Red Wolves Junior Football will be partnering with the YMCA for team programming this upcoming season. As part of this change, flag football will no longer be offered within our program.
Click here for more information about the YMCA program.
Flag Cheer
Red Wolves Junior Football will no longer offer Flag Cheer as part of the program.
Kindergarten through first graders may register using the tackle cheer registration link above and will have the opportunity to cheer with the Rookies cheer team. Families should note that the practice schedule and time commitment for tackle cheer are different from the previous flag cheer program. Please ensure participants are able to meet the required practice days and hours before registering.
Scholarships
RWJFA offers partial and full scholarships for all programs. We are committed to ensuring every child can play, regardless of financial resources. If your family requires financial assistance, please complete the Scholarship Request Form before beginning your registration. This ensures you can secure a spot without incurring upfront costs.
