Michigan Bulldogs Football & Cheerleading Youth Athletic Association P.O. Box 985 Sterling Heights, MI 48331 www.michigan-bulldogs.com Welcome to the 2012 Season! Dear Michigan Bulldogs Parents & Teammates, We would like to take the time to formally welcome you and your child to The Michigan Bulldogs Youth Athletic Association. We are excited about the opportunity to get to know you and are looking forward to having you as part of the Bulldogs family. The Bulldogs are dedicated to instilling the fundamental values, skills and knowledge your child will use throughout the rest of his or her life. We are proud members of the American Youth Football & Cheerleading Association, which is the fasted growing youth organization in America. Our goal is to (1) enable your child to benefit from the participation in team sports and activities in a safe and structured environment; (2) provide your child with the encouragement and guidance for achievement he or she needs; (3) create an environment that rewards academic achievement; and (4) to teach your child integrity, character and improved decision making skills. As the season progresses, we will keep you informed on any and all relevant information (for example, equipment and uniform distribution dates, practice times and locations, game schedules, transportation car pools, certification dates, registration document deadlines and much more). We will use newsletters, emails, parent and team meetings and online website updates to effectively communicate throughout the season. Within this packet, we have included the 2012 Registration/Certification Information Sheet. Please read this packet in its entirety as it provides important information, including fees and deadlines. Once your child has been officially registered (payment in full) and assigned to a Bulldogs team, you will be notified who their coaches are. In the meantime, please feel free to contact one of the board members to address any questions or concerns that you may have. We have supplied their information in the Bulldogs Contact Information section of this packet. Again, we welcome you to the Michigan Bulldogs Youth Athletic Association! Sincerely, The Michigan Bulldogs Board of Director
Michigan Bulldogs Contact Information Board of Directors Position Name Phone Email President Graham Hester (313) 320-2499 bulldogsfootball@mail.com Vice-President Gary Morris (313) 220-8345 coachgary@mail.com Treasure Gregory Wilson Jr. (248) 904-3923 coachgreg@mail.com Football Commissioner Alfredo Harris (313) 218-9292 coachfreeze@mail.com Athletic Director Carey Morgan (313) 878-1897 coachcarey@mail.com Operations Manager Tony Fortson (313) 948-6759 coachtonyfort@mail.com Cheer Commissioner Laneisha Shaw (313) 757-0736 laneisha.shaw@gmail.com Websites Michigan Bulldogs American Youth Football & Cheer Join us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter www.michigan-bulldogs.com www.americanyouthfootball.com www.facebook.com/michiganbulldogs www.twitter.com/mibulldogs
Registration: 2012 Registration/Certification Information Sheet The Michigan Bulldogs registration DEADLINE is June 30 th. All Bulldogs players and cheerleaders are required to complete registration prior to being certified by AYFA, placed on a team, or given equipment/uniforms. Registration involves completion and submission of the entire registration packet and payment of all applicable registration fees. Certification requires submission of the documentation on the checklist below and completion of the league certification process. Certification: ALL PARTICIPANTS IN AMERICAN YOUTH FOOTBALL & CHEER ARE REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MANDATORY PLAYER CERTIFICATION PROCESS. Certification is an AYF requirement which mandates that the parent/guardian provide certain forms and documents in order to complete the process of verification and validation of the participants (age, weight, grades, etc.). The certification process is directed by the AYF Michigan Regional Director and is conducted prior to the start of the season. Certification is completed in person, at a specific time and place. The AYF Regional Board will publish a schedule of dates and places where the certification process must be completed. Any participant that is not certified by a given deadline will not be allowed to participate for the season. Certification Checklist: Completed and signed Michigan Bulldogs Registration Form Completed AYF Participant Contract and Parental Consent Form Completed Waiver & Release of Liability Image Release Form Emergency Medical Treatment, Consent & Information Form Must be completed by the participant s parent or guardian. Contains emergency medical information, emergency contacts and consent to treat in the event of a medical emergency, to be used in the event that a parent/legal guardian is not available. Birth Certificate a copy of the participant s birth certificate MUST be submitted as part of the registration packet. An ORGINAL must be presented at face-to-face league certification. NO HOSPITAL CERTIFACTES WILL BE ACCEPTED. June 2012 Report Cart or Scholastic Fitness Report Must be an ORIGINAL report card indicating at least 2.0 GPA. ALL SEMESTERS MUST BE ON REPORT CARD. Participants with less than a 2.0 GPA will be required to sign a Scholastic Waiver (obtained from the Bulldogs Register). If your child does not receive a report card, the guardian must write a letter, signed by the guardian, to AYF stating that the child is too young to receive a report card. The letter should state the child s name, school, age, and date of birth. Medical Clearance Form Must be completed by a medical professional and dated after January 1 st of the current season. All participants must submit the Medical Clearance Form before participating in any AYF programs, including preseason practice. Note: After the season begins, the Medical Clearance Form will become void in the event of an injury, accident or illness that is attended to by a licensed medical professional. The Resume Participation Medical Clearance Form will be required in order for the participant to resume active participation.
Michigan Bulldogs Youth Athletic Association 2012 Football & Cheerleading Fees Registration Fees Football $225 Cheerleading $250 Early Registration: $25 discount per participant if registration is paid in full by May 30, 2012. Every Child must have a $100 deposit paid to hold their spot on the team. Families of 3 or more children will receive a $25 discount when registered together. Spots are limited and are based on a first come first serve basis. Football Fees Include Practice Jersey and Pants (rental) Helmet (rental) Shoulder Pads (rental) Game Uniform (rental) Mouth Piece & Socks Camp Shorts & Shirt NFL Skills & Drills Camp (value @ $100) Cheerleading Fees Include Cheer Uniform (rental) Bodysuit & Briefs Socks & Bow Jogging Suit Cheer Bag Camp Shorts & Shirt Mandatory Items/Additional Costs Football Cleats and Protective Cup Two Pairs of Cheerleading Shoes Travel Expenses
Michigan Bulldogs Football & Cheerleading Youth Athletic Association 2012 Registration Form Mail Payments to: Michigan Bulldogs Registration P.O. Box 985 Sterling Heights, MI 48331 REGISTRATION FOR (CHECK ONE) Football Cheerleading Participant Name Date of Birth Weight/Age & Grade as of Aug. 1, 2012 Parent/Guardian / Address / / / lbs yrs Grade / / City Zip Code / Phone Numbers Emergency Contact Email Addresses ( ) - / ( ) - / Name / Phone / / / T-shirt Size Short Size Please Select From the Following Options: / / One Child $225* / Circle One: Adult Youth Per Child for 3 or More Siblings $200* / DEPOSIT: $100 (Non-Refundable) Full Balance: must be paid in full by June 30, 2012 Registration fees only cover the cost of equipment, uniform rentals, and association and league fees incidental to participation in AYF athletics. All issued equipment and uniforms are the property of the Michigan Bulldogs and must be returned at the conclusion of the participant s season. By signing below I am agreeing to allow the Michigan Bulldogs to use my child s photograph, video & audio recordings in any future publication, web pages & other promotional materials produced, and that there will be not compensation to me for this use. I understand that the Michigan Bulldogs Football and Cheerleading Youth Athletic Association is under no obligation to contact me with payment reminder(s). I also understand that equipment shall not be issued and my child is not guaranteed a roster spot until 100% of the registration fee has been paid. Parent/ Guardian Print: Parent/ Guardian Signature: Date: