USAF Certified

The Pacific Youth Football League is proud to partner with USA Football and the HEADS UP FOOTBALL Program!

"USA Football is the national governing body for amateur American football in the United States. It is an independent non-profit based in Indianapolis, Indiana. USA Football hosts more than 100 training events annually and offers education programs for coaches and game officials, as well as skill development for young players and resources for youth league administrators."

Learn more: https://usafootball.com/about-usaf/

PYFL requires Association coaches to be USA Football certified. As per USAF, "Whether you’re a veteran coach or it’s your first time on the sidelines, the Tackle certification is a great resource. It’ll let you step on the field armed with the knowledge and ability to develop good habits in your players and keep them safer. Key topics include:

• Concussion Awareness
• Heat and Hydration
• Sudden Cardiac Arrest
• Shoulder Tackling and Blocking
• Equipment fitting.

And the Tackle certification meets the certification requirement for Heads Up Football youth leagues."

Learn more: https://usafootball.com/development-training/certification/