FOOTBALL TEAM & LEAGUE RULES
The League
Alliance Hawks local teams participate within the Great Plains Youth Football League (GPYFL). This league gives teams the ability to attend tournaments outside of the league, participate with regional and national travel teams, and compete with other Nebraska and Iowa teams.
2025 Program Members
​120th Street Football, 402 Boyz Youth Football, Alliance Hawks Youth Football, Archbishop Fremont Bergan Jr. Knights Youth Football, Arlington Jr. Eagles Youth Football, Ashland-Greenwood Jr. Bluejays Youth Football, Concordia Jr. Mustangs Youth Football, Council Bluffs Colts Youth Football, DC West Falcons Youth Football, Fremont Jr. Tigers Youth Football, Glenwood Lil Rams Youth Football, Gross Jr. Cougars Youth Football, Heavy Hitters Youth Football, LCS/OCA Youth Football, Logan View Raiders Youth Football, Malone Panthers Youth Football, Millard United Youth Football, Norris Youth Football, North Bend Jr. Tigers Youth Football, Plattsmouth Jr. Blue Devils Youth Football, Ralston Jr. Rams Youth Football, Roncalli Jr. Pride Youth Football, Southside Swarm Youth Football, St. Patrick's Angels Athletics, St. Albert Falcons Youth Football, Wahoo Beef Youth Football, Wahoo Rhinos Youth Football, Waverly/Eagle Jr. Vikes Football, West Point Jr. Cadets Youth Football
Regular Season Play
Games typically begin in late-August and the season goes through October.
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Teams will play 8 games including post season games.
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Practice times & locations are set by coaches.
Pre-and Post Season Play
Teams may participate in pre and post-season tournament play.
For a complete list of Great Plains Youth Football League rules, please visit their site for additional details.
Forms Needed For Play
Prior to attending a players first practice, the following forms will be required:
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A copy of your athletes birth certificate.
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A signed athletic waiver/release.
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A signed equipment responsibility form.
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If your athlete is utilizing their own helmet, a signed helmet/safety waiver/certification.
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An up to date sports physical. Please ensure the physical is dated after 2/1/2025. You may use a sports physical provided by your providers office, of you may take the attached sports physical to your provider if needed: AST PHYSICAL FORM 2025-2026
Division & Grade Guidelines
Players of all abilities can learn and play tackle football. We believe in maximizing the level of competition a player experiences, as well as developing their talent with respect to their current skills and abilities.
This is why Alliance offers different teams, with respect to a players grade and skill level. We understand many players have little to no experience playing tackle football, while others have several of years of experience under their belt. This is why we offer various team choices that focus on a players specific experience and skill level. Placing players on the appropriate team allows them to maximize their growth as a football player and obtain the maximum amount of game time experience possible.
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Alliance offers teams for players between 3rd through 8th grade. A players grade is determined by the current school year. Parent’s can elect to have their players play one level up. Alliance teams are comprised of teams that play locally, as well as nationally with respect to Alliance “travel” teams. Please reach out to us if you would like to know more about our various team options.
