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The League Competitive Youth Football (LCYF)
Mission
The League (LCYF) offers a competitive environment for young
athletes with above-average skills to develop their talents and elevate
their game. LCYF and its members are dedicated to transforming the
landscape of youth football in the Twin Cities, striving to make it a
Premier sport in Minnesota.
We are the Standard.
Value
- Excellence
- Player Development
- Sportsmanship & Integrity
- Safety & Well-Being
- Love of the Game
Why We’re Different
✔️ High school certified referees
✔️ Stadium & turf fields
✔️ Police & medical staff on site
✔️ Friday Night Lights atmosphere
✔️ Player development focused
League Overview
4 divisions
8 teams per division
| Division | Age Cutoff |
| 11U | Not older than 11 on 12/31/2026 |
| 12U | Not older than 12 on 12/31/2026 |
| 13U | Not older than 13 on 12/31/2026 |
| 14U | Not older than 14 on 12/31/2026 |
9 Games (6 regular season, 3 playoffs)
Sunday Games
Championship, 3rd Place, Consolation
Beginning Sun, Aug 23rd
Location TBD
League Timeline
| February 16th | Team $1000 deposit due |
| July 10th | Rosters locked |
| July 15th | Training Haus Camp |
| August 23rd | Games begin |
Step 1:
$500 per team deposit
Step 2:
$150 per player registration fee, includes:
- Family pass for 2 adults and all siblings
- Training Haus 3-day camp in July
Rules & Requirements
MSHSL Football Rules with the following adjustments:
- 12 min running time QTRS with last 2 mins of half stop time
- 11U weight limit: 130 lbs
- 12U weight limit 140 lbs
- 11U and 12U can auto-punt if teams agree; majority wins
- 13U and 14U have no weight limits, same time rules
Roster minimum of 20 Players per team
All Players will age-verify with the following verifications:
- Passport, Birth Certificate, or MN ID
- School Portal doc with Picture and Proof of Grade
LCYF will keep photos and documents on file and verify teams before each game
All coaches must be background checked
2 Coaches per team must meet Minnesota regulations
(Concussion Protocol, Safe Sport Compliance, and background check)
The League - Competitive Youth Football 