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Welcome to Our family
NEW PORT RICHEY BUCCANEERS
Table of Contents
Welcome!.........................................................................................................2
Getting Started!................................................................................................3
Participation Check List……………………………………………………...4
Sponsorship Opportunities…………………………………………………...4
Fundraising………………………………..…………….……………………4
What's included in the Registration Fee………………….…………………..5
Practice…………………………………………………….…………………6
Volunteer………………………………………………….………………….7
Team Moms……………………………………………….………………….8
Rules and Guidelines… including social meadia………….…………………9
Pal Complaint Procedure..................................................................................9
Football Rules………………………………………………………………10
Cheerleading Rules………………………………………….…………..11-12
Football Equipment Form………………………………….……………….13
Cheer Uniform/Equipment Form………………………….……….……….14
Player/Cheerleader Code of Conduct……………………….………………15
Parent Code of Conduct…………………………………………………….16
NPR BUCS GAME SCHEDULE………………………….……………….17
Field locations………………………………………………………………18
Meet the Board….…………………………………………………………..19
This handbook contains a lot of information that you may need
throughout the year. Please keep it handy at all times.
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Welcome to the New Port Richey Buccaneers 2021 Season
We’d like to welcome you to the NPR BUCS FAMILY! Everyone is excited for a great season! Our
goal is to teach your children the fundamentals of football and cheer with some athletic competition.
With your help and support, we will teach our athletes good sportsmanship, team building, discipline,
and values that will go much farther than the field and the stage.
We cannot do this alone. As a league we are comprised of volunteers that help with every detail of what
goes on throughout the season. Volunteering does not require any specific skill, mandated times or dates
- it just takes a little effort on everyone's part to make it all work. If you would like to impact your team
through coaching you must sign up to volunteer. If you have concerns about your coaching staff or
technical / practical advice to offer your team, but prefer not to volunteer, please share your ideas with
the parent rep. The parent rep provides structured access to coaches so coaches can focus on the teams.
Trust your volunteer coaches who have strong understanding of our leagues technical and ethical
strategies.
Please let us know if you are willing and interested in finding out how you can help. Remember it is
volunteering - everyone has something they can add. Everything we do is for the children and the more
help we have, the better experience we all can have.
Thank you,
Board Members
New Port Richey Buccaneers
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Getting Started!
Stay up to date with these Important Websites:
http://www.nprbucs.com – sign up to receive text messages, find contact information, game
schedules and forms you may need.
https://www.palregistration.com – sign up for the 1st time, Login from last year to register for
this year, Register to be a volunteer ( must create a new login separate from your parent login
and complete your background check- also available on this page)
http://pascoathleticleague.com/field-locations - for address and directions to the game fields
http://pascoathleticleague.com/ - Here You can find all of the Leagues Football and Cheer rules,
PAL Bylaws, Season Scores/Standing, and gain access to your team’s website by clicking on
your team’s name.
https://www.facebook.com/NPRBUCS - This is our business Facebook page. We do try to
check it regularly, but if you’re looking for a quick response contacting the person in charge of
your topic would be your best bet. You can find contact information on the last page of this
handbook or on our website.
Important dates:
- June 15, 2021 Must have $100.00 non-refundable deposit to secure # on jersey. Must be paid in full for
name to be printed on the jersey. If fees are not paid in full by June 15th names will not be printed on
your child’s jersey. (The jersey is yours to keep so you may have the name printed/embroidered on any
time after the season is over.
- July 12, 2021 – FIRST DAY OF PRACTICE – Must have 2021 sports physical to practice – at 2830 Gulf
Trace Blvd. Mon–Thur from 6:00-8:30pm (Until school starts then changes to 3 Days a week 6-8pm)
- Aug 5, 2021 - Should have game day uniforms (Must be paid in full)
- Aug 7, 2021 – Jamboree
Important notice:
There will be no refunds issued after June 15, 2021, up to that point all but $100.00 of your fees is
refundable. After that point we have ordered uniforms, paid for insurance, paid for field use and there
just isn’t any money to give refunds out. We are not fortune tellers and are doing our best to move
forward with this season. If for some reason there is a Government shutdown there will be no refunds
even if we have not played a single game. We do not fore-see this happening and are looking forward to
a great season.
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Participation Check List
Online Registration - $250.00 registration fee due no later than July 30th in order to receive
equipment and uniform for Jamboree. ($100.00 Mascot)
2021 Dated Sports Physical (Form available at http://pascoathleticleague.com)
Birth Certificate (not needed if return player)
Proof of Residency- ex. Utility Bill, Voters Registration, etc. (returning player only needs if changed)
Current Color Photo of Child (can take a pic at the field if needed)
Copy of valid Parent ID (FL ID Card or Driver License) (retuning player only need this if it has
expired since last year)
Signed Code of conduct for both Parents and players – (To be handed out PLEASE do not tear them
out of this handbook)
Concussion form (to be handed out with Code of conducts)
Parent Signed equipment/uniform return agreement (at time of receiving equipment/uniform please
double check assigned #’s you can do this by writing them in the copy of the form provided in this
handbook)
Please note: No child can participate without a sports physical dated 2021. If you haven’t
obtained a physical yet– please see your child's primary care doctor, or walk in clinic. If you need
assistance finding a location, please let us know and we will be happy to help you.
No child can participate in Jamboree without fully paid registration fees.
NO EXCEPTIONS! We accept cash, checks, cash app, and credit cards.
Sponsorship through donation collection is available.
Also through raffle tickets. Every family is invited to sell raffle tickets that will pay for their registration fees.
The winning ticket will be drawn live on Facebook. (Date and time of raffles to be announced)
How this works:
a. Every ticket costs $1.00 each or 6 for $5.00, 13 for $10.00 and 30 for $20.00 so you would need to sell
the $ amount that matches your registration needs.
b. If your fees are $250.00 for the year – for a 50/50 raffle you would need to sell $500.00 worth of tickets
to your friends, neighbors, co-workers, etc. and your fees for the year would be covered!
Raffle tickets are Non-refundable once sold.
NO tickets will be entered for the drawing without payment received by NPR.
*** ALL Members are eligible for this promotion. ***
Fundraising
Fundraising is not everyone's favorite thing to do, but this is what keeps the organization operating. The initial
registration fee does not cover the cost of uniforms, field rental, insurance, referees, and other operating expenses.
Every family/athlete will be REQUIRED to participate in Fundraising during the season.
We will do Fundraisers throughout the year; we will keep you informed about them.
If anyone has additional fundraising suggestions, please let us know.
FUNDRAISING, GAME, and UPDATE INFORMATION WILL BE AVAILABLE AT:
http://www.nprbucsppal.com – sign up to receive text messages or search us on Facebook @NPRBUCS
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What do you get for your Registration Fee:
Cheer
1. White Cheer Shoes (Must purchase another if lost)
2. Game Day and Cheer Competition Bows ( 3 Total ) (Must purchase another if lost)
3. Uniform- This must be returned at the end of the year!! (Must purchase another if lost)
4. Pink Shoe Laces ( If Applicable) (Must purchase another if lost)
Game day/Competition Entry Fees (for the cheerleader only) minimum of 3 could be more
You will be required to purchase separately the following additional items:
1. Practice Shoes
2. Bloomers (color to be announced by your coach)
3. Sports Bra
4. Black or White No-Show Socks
5. Snacks or snack money (please see team mom)
6. Reusable water botte (please see team mom)
Football
1. Game Jersey (Must purchase another if lost)
2. Game Pants (Must purchase another if lost)
3. Helmet (To be returned) (Must purchase another if lost)
4. Shoulder Pads (To be returned) (Must purchase another if lost)
5. Chin Guard (Must purchase another if lost)
6. Mouth Piece (Must purchase another if lost)
7. Competition Entry Fees (for the player only)
You will be required to purchase separately the following additional items:
1. Cleats
2. Practice Pants
3. Soft Cup (Boys)
4. Practice Jersey
5. Snacks or snack money (please see team mom)
6. Reusable water botte (please see team mom)
Fees also help to pay for:
1. The End of the year Ceremony with awards
2. League insurance & Rental of the field for practice and games
3. Football, Coolers, water bottles, wagons, & a whole list of other supplies
4. The electricity to run the concession stand and the lights at practice
5. Printing of documents and flyers & Miscellaneous repairs and upkeep
The fees are IMPERATIVE without everyone paying their fees we cannot continue to have a
league, so please if you need help with the fees for your child/children take advantage of our
fundraising opportunities or make a payment arrangement. (Must meet equipment and uniform
deadlines) It is our policy that no child gets turned away so if you are still unable to pay the fees
please ask one of our board members to help you with finding a way to get your child sponsored.
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Practice
a. Practice will be held on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 6pm until
8:30pm until school starts and during playoffs, Superbowl, and competition. Once school
starts practice will be held on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday (This could change to
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday; we will let you know if it does.) from 6pm to 8pm, except
during playoffs, Superbowl and competitions. Which could be back to 4 days a week.
b. Four hours of practice is required each week for your child to participate in that week’s
game. This does not mean your child/children can miss a day a week; Coaches have the
discretion to limit participation due to excessive absences. If you are not going to make a
practice- it is required that you contact the Coach or Team Mom and let them know.
c. Please remain behind the light poles for viewing practice on the west side of the field.
d. For Mighty Mite and JV teams you may find seating on the opposite side but not between
the two fields. Please ask your team mom if you’re unsure where to setup your seating.
e. Please be prompt in picking up your child from practice. Once a child crosses the street
they are not allowed to cross back over into the parking lot. We do have a crosswalk, but
cars do not always slow down.
f. All players and cheerleaders are REQUIRED to have parents that ATTEND PRACTICE.
If for any reason you need to leave, you MUST let the coach or Team Mom know.
g. Football players and Cheerleaders must be in proper attire and on the field ready to
practice 15 minutes before practice.
h. Football players must bring all equipment with them to practice. We will not loan out any
equipment.
i. Football players and Cheerleaders are not allowed to wear their game pants or game day
uniforms to practice.
j. WATER – Dehydrated athletes are more likely to get a concussion. Your child needs to
drink lots of water at least 24 hours before practice or games. THIS IS SO IMPORTANT
FOR HYDRATION!!! We will give your child a drink of water every 15 minutes during
practice and games, but this will not be enough to hydrate an already dehydrated athlete. It
is recommended that you provide at least one sports drink every other day to replenish the
minerals your player is sweating out, but please don’t allow them to drink only sports
drinks as this can be just as dangerous to their well-being as being dehydrated.
k. RAIN - Practice will not be cancelled due to rain until 6:30pm. You must
still come to the field until the coaches dismiss you. We will practice in rain, NOT during
storms. We have a lightning detector at all times.
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Volunteer
PARENTS - We Need You!!!!! This is a Volunteer, Nonprofit Organization. We depend on
every family to help the organization run. We have a Board of Directors to maintain our league
which includes PAL compliance, record keeping, and insuring every aspect of the league is
maintained. We all volunteer our time and ask each of you to help wherever and whenever you
can. Some of us have children participating and would like to watch all our kids play. We cannot
do that without your help volunteering your time. We require 2 hours of volunteer time
per child (with a 4 hour maximum if you have multiple children) for the
following task that do not require a badge or application: Help in the
concession, cleaning up, setting up, holding chains during the game or
announcing. Should you not want to volunteer your time you may choose to
pay $25.00 per child to abstain.
All volunteers working directly with the children are required to complete an online
volunteer application. You are also required to complete and pass a background
check available online. Please see a Board member for more information.
!!!!YOU MUST HAVE A BADGE TO BE ON THE FIELD - NO EXCEPTIONS!!!!
TO AQUIRE A BADGE:
First and foremost ask the Director, Assistant Director, or Athletic Director if the position you would like
has been filled. There will be no badges handed out for people without a specific position, and we will not
refund the background fee if your position has been filled. Next follow the steps below.
1. Register as a volunteer @ https://www.palregistration.com (must complete this first; cannot be the same login as
you used to register your child)
2. Complete a background check @ https://www.palregistration.com (Cost is 36.95 and is not refundable if you do not
pass please check guidelines below before doing,) If you were asked to apply for a background check and pass you will
receive a $40.00 concession card you may use anytime you are at New Port Richey’s field.
3. Follow up with our Registrar to receive your badge.
Pasco Athletic League Volunteering Guidelines
The guidelines that follow have been put in place in accordance with the Pasco Athletic League.
When reviewing criminal backgrounds we use these guidelines as a reference for granting volunteer
participation in PAL:
a. No felonies ever
b. No misdemeanors in the past seven (7) years
c. No crimes against a child
d. No drug convictions in the past ten (10) years
e. No crimes of moral turpitude going against the mission of PAL
f. There is an appeals process available for minor infractions.
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Team Moms
Team Moms help the Coaches and NPR Board with getting information to the parents. This also
includes keeping the children hydrated, keeping attendance records, snacks, etc. Each team needs a
Team Mom. If you would like to volunteer please let your head coach or a board member know. TEAM
MOMS need to sign up to be a volunteer Please follow the volunteer instructions on page 7.
Responsibilities:
Find out if any children have allergies or medical issues that the coaches should be aware of.
Make sure to keep a list and be mindful at snack time.
Hand out flyers and information provided by the league to the parents.
Get the Water Cooler Ready for practice
Take attendance at every practice. (Will be given out for each team on Monday) Please turn in
attendance sheets at the concession window each Thursday after practice.
Collect money from each parent to cover snacks and ice for half time. Fruit is preferred. Be
mindful of allergies
Collect re-usable water bottle from each child to fill at half time (you may use snack money to
purchase these yourself if you choose to, should have child’s name on it).
Collect data about what game and which hours parents will be volunteering.
During Practice and during games using the clean re-usable water bottles assigned to you, Make
sure each child on your team is provided a drink during practice by walking on the field and
squeezing water into the children’s mouth. Every Child present and on the roster must have
at least 1 drink of water every 15 minutes, The only exception to this rule is that if the heat
index is 101 degrees then every child must have a drink every 10 minutes. No child can
deny water; they must sit out if they refuse the water. (some of them will spit it out, that is
ok as long as you gave it to them). During games the refs will let you know when to give
them water, take care of the kids on the field first, but don’t forget to give a drink to the
kids on the sidelines when you come off the field.
Do not allow the children to chug the water as too much water too fast will make them sick.
Bring (1) 16-20 LB BAG OR (2) 10LB BAGS) of ICE to away games (Do not open this bag and
put in the snack cooler as it is for the water cooler ice for snacks will need to be in your cooler
already)
Bring and Fill kids water bottles with the team provided Gatorade just a couple of minutes before
half time only fill large containers partially, please don’t waste it.) (if the child does not want
Gatorade, you may fill the bottle with the water from the team water cooler) You need to wash
these after every game.
Hand out snacks and Gatorade to the kids at half-time (remind the children to use the garbage
cans)
Ice Cold towels will also be provided for the boys. You may use them when the boys come off
the field, and provide one for each boy at halftime, but, you must make sure they don’t take them
out on the field. Also make sure the boys keep them off the ground. The same towels are used all
day, so we have to keep them as clean as possible.
Take up a collection for your team of coaches and purchase some sort of memento to thank them
for all of their hard work and time.
Team moms usually put together a team party or activity at the end of the year.
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Rules and Guidelines
Tobacco and Alcohol are prohibited on the Grounds (This includes e-vape items.)
No alcohol or drug use allowed!! There is strict Zero tolerance policy in place!!!!
We risk losing the field for smoking on the property and litter. PLEASE walk off the field to smoke and do not
throw your cigarette butts on the ground.
All players, cheerleaders, parents, their guests, coaches, and board members are expected to act according with
the code of conducts which can be found in this handbook or online.
PLEASE place all trash in the garbage can! When you don’t, someone else MUST go behind you and pick up.
Social Media - Any derogatory comments on Facebook or other Social Media site will
result in a two (2) game suspension for the 1st offense by the child or the parent. This is a
form of bullying and we have a ZERO TOLERENCE policy against bullying!
PAL Complaint Procedure
The PAL realizes in the course of a year in a competitive football and cheerleading program there will be disagreements and
issues that arise. It is the PAL Board of Directors hope that this guideline will clearly illustrate the procedure behind filing a
complaint and what can be expected once a complaint has been submitted.
1. Incident occurs in which a complaint is desired to be filed.
2. Complainant must submit said complaint in writing to the Director of his/her local league.
3. The league Director will attempt to rectify the complaint immediately depending on their availability and the severity of
the complaint.
4. If the league Director feels as though the complaint is necessary for a hearing before their league Board of Directors, one
will be scheduled and all parties involved in the complaint as pertinent to the hearing will be notified of the date and time of
the hearing. The league Director will have two weeks (14 days) from the date the written complaint was received and
submitted from the complainant to rectify the issue to the complainant’s satisfaction or to schedule a hearing.
5. After the hearing has been completed and a decision issued on the complaint, the complainant has one final appeal if said
party is not satisfied with the decision. Complainant must submit in writing their desire for an appeal and a timeline of events
to the Executive Director for a PAL Board of Directors hearing. This complaint can be emailed to
ppalcomplaint@hotmail.com. If steps 1-4 of this procedure have not been followed, any complaint submitted to the
Executive Director or any member of the PAL Board of Directors will not be entertained.
6. After the complaint has been submitted with timeline of events and verified that the proper procedure was followed, the
Executive Director will schedule a hearing before the PAL Board of Directors for a final decision on the
complaint. Complainants should always keep in mind the PAL Board of Directors reserves the right to impose a more severe
penalty if the nature of the complaint is discipline related.
7. Once the hearing has been concluded the PAL Board of Directors will make a final decision on said complaint and the
matter will be closed.
*PAL reserves the right to adjust this procedure as needed per the Board of Directors*
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Football Rule
Divisions (Limited to 32 players, & there is no weight limit)
Jr. Flyweight (5, 6, & 7 yr. olds) Turns 5 on or before Aug 31st / must be 7 on Aug 31st
Flyweight (8 & 9 yr. olds) Turns 8 on or before Aug 31st / must be 9 on Aug 31st
Mighty Mites (10 & 11 yr. olds) Turns 10 on or before Aug 31st / must be 11on Aug 31st
Jr. Varsity (12 & 14 yr. olds), Turns 12 on or before Aug 31st / Turns 14 after Jan 1, 2020
Age Limits
The birthdate cutoff for the oldest age of each division is the 31st of August of the current year except
for the Jr. Varsity; its cutoff date is the Jan 1st.
Academic Requirement
Players in the Flyweight through Jr. Varsity divisions must be enrolled in a school program.
Roster Deadline
Players may be added to team rosters until 11:59 p.m. on the 31st August. Each organization is
responsible for emailing a scanned copy of their rosters to the executive director of PAL for
dissemination to all organizations via email.
Conditioning Requirements
Each player will receive a minimum of 10 hours of conditioning before conducting any player-to-player
contact or contact drills with dummies. The head coach may waive this requirement if the player has
received the required amount of conditioning as part of a Pasco County middle school football program.
Practice Participation Requirements
Players must physically participate in practices during the week to be eligible to play on Saturdays. A
player may miss one practice during the week and remain eligible. Coming to practice and watching
does not constitute attendance of practice unless permission is granted by either the director and/or
athletic director. Head coaches will keep written attendance reports for practice and turn them in to the
organization’s athletic director on a weekly basis and they will be retained for the remainder of the
season. These reports will be made available upon request to the opposing team’s director or any PAL
executive board member.
Practice hours
The PAL executive board will set the date for first day of practice. Practice hours before the first day of
school in Pasco County are from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. with a limit of 10 hours per week. Practice hours
on the first day of school are from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. with a limit of 6 hours per week. Practices hours
during the playoffs are from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. with a maximum of 10 hours per week. Directors
desiring to temporarily modify the practices times must submit their request in writing to the PAL
executive director. Head coaches desiring to temporarily modify their practice times must submit their
request via their director to the PAL executive director. The request must state the reason and duration
for the modification. The PAL executive director will reply to the request, in writing, within a reasonable
amount of time. If a director and/or head coach modifies the practice time without written consent from
the PAL executive director, the organization will receive a $250.00 fine and the head coach will receive
a suspension of one week of practice and one game for each day of violation of the practice hours.
Check-In Procedures
Players are required to be present for check-in 1 hour before the start of their game or during the
halftime of the preceding game, whichever is sooner.
The full list of football rules can be found at: https://pascoathleticleague.com/football-rules/
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Cheerleading Rules
Squads
League age is determined by the age of the child on August 31st )
a) Mascots: (3 & 4 yr. olds) Turns 3 on or before Aug 31st / must be 4 on Aug 31st
b) Junior Flyweights: (5 & 6 yr. olds) Turns 5 on or before Aug 31st / must be 6 on Aug 31st
c) Flyweights: (7 & 8 yr. olds) Turns 7 on or before Aug 31st / must be 8 on Aug 31st
d) Mighty Mites: (9 & 10 yr. olds) Turns 9 on or before Aug 31st / must be 10 on Aug 31st
e) Junior Varsity: (11 & 12 yr. olds) Turns 11 on or before Aug 31st / must be 12 on Aug 31st
f) Varsity (Optional) (Competition only): (13, 14, & 15 yr. olds) Turns 13 on or before Aug 31st /
must not turn 16 during the season
Rosters in all divisions are limited to (40) participants. No additions may be made to the roster
after the roster freeze date (August 31st). With the exception of Varsity Cheer (registration will
remain open)
There is no cheering / practicing permitted across divisions during the PAL Season. You may
cross cheer on your own field as a means of instruction or demo only. NO cross stunting is
allowed.
Any cheerleader that is on an All-Star Cheer squad during the PAL season in not eligible to
cheer on a PAL squad.
Practice attire
a. Dress Code – minimum of shorts (if shorts are not form fitting or compression, they must
have bloomer, briefs, or compression shorts under), tank or t-shirt with sports bra under
and cheer athletic shoes. No bellies or undergarments showing at any time while
participating in or attending a PAL practice, game or event.
b. Hair must be off face and neck, behind ears, and bangs above the eyebrows during
practices and games.
c. No gum chewing, no painted or acrylic nails and no jewelry during practice, games,
competition.
Participant Attendance:
Participant may miss (1) practice and remain eligible for that week’s game. Coming to practice
and watching does not constitute attendance of practice unless permission is granted by either
the League Director or Cheer Coordinator (Example: homework).
a. Coaches will keep written attendance reports for practice and turn them into the League
Cheer Coordinator on a weekly basis and they will be retained for the remainder of the
season. The reports will be made available to the opposing teams Cheer Coordinator,
Directors or any Executive Board Member.
b. Participation in (6) out of the (10) regular season games is mandatory to be eligible for
Cheer-Off & outside competitions. If a participant misses more than 4 games due to a
legitimate medical condition and a detailed doctor’s note is provided, the PAL Executive
Director may elect to deem that participant eligible for postseason.
Game and Event Uniforms – (as a minimum)
The cheer uniform will consist of a top, skirt / skort, short, bloomers, bow and cheer athletic
shoes matching the color of the league football program. This uniform will be required at all
PAL functions. Disregard to this rule will result in disqualification and fines, specifically for
playoff games and future PAL events following playoff games
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Check-In Procedure –
The home team will designate the check-in area. Each squad member’s official file must be
available at check-in and also for the entire game day to the opposing director and executive
board member. Directors or a designee are responsible for the official records. An extra roster
will be given to the announcer for each game. Squad members are required to be present for
check-in 1 hour before the start of their game time or during the half-time of the preceding
game, whichever is sooner. Each squad member will be lined up in roster order at the time of
check-in. Each director or designee will initial in each assigned block as follows: if the squad
member is available for play – director or designees Initials; Injured – I; Absent – A; Sick – S;
Disciplinary – D; Quit – Q, Vacation – V; and Present but Injured – PI. Any squad member
unavailable at roster check-in is not eligible for play that day. The teams’ informational file will
be made available immediately for the directors or any executive board member.
Games –
Cheerleaders will stay in areas designated by the home team. If both squads are on the same
side of the field, each squad will stay on its appointed side of the (50) yard line.
During 4th quarter, non-aggressive inter-league cheer interaction is permitted.
Mascots will cheer for a portion of the Junior Flyweight game Half-Time
a. Mascots and Jr Flyweights will perform a routine not to exceed (1.5) minutes at half-time.
b. Mascots will perform a half-time routine following the Junior Flyweight half-time routine
of their team.
c. Flyweight, Mighty Mite and Junior Varsity will perform a routine not to exceed (2)
minutes at half-time
d. The routine may not be aggressive (Be courteous to the opposing team, cheer for them).
There will be a white hat from each league on the field during half-time.
e. Visiting squad will go to the home side, crossing the (50) yard line and perform first.
f. Visiting squad and home squad will return to the visitor’s side of the field, crossing the
(50) yard line and the home squad will perform for the visitors.
End of Game
a. Home and visitor squads will meet at the (50) yard line for a squad handshake.
b. White hats and coaches must be present on the field during handshakes.
c. Any unsportsmanlike conduct will result in suspension of a minimum of (1) game.
Continued unsportsmanlike conduct will result in dismissal from PAL.
Cheer-Off
a. An annual Cheer-Off will be conducted requiring all PAL leagues to compete.
b. Cheerleaders must participate in (6) out the (10) regular season games in order to be
eligible for Cheer-Off.
c. Rules for Cheer-Off are contained in the section titled “PAL Cheer-Off Rules”.
Super Bowl, Cheer Off
a. Participation in Cheer Off, & Super Bowl is mandatory.
Competition
a. There will be between 2 and 4 Mandatory Cheer Competitions some of them are located
more than 15 miles away. Parents are responsible to get their children to and from these
Competitions.
b. The cheerleader’s entry fees are included in their registration fees, however parents and
other spectators are expected to pay their own way in, plus a parking fees. Cheerleaders
are required to participate in Playoffs and/or Superbowl
The full list of cheer rules can be found at: https://pascoathleticleague.com/cheerl-rules/
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Football Equipment Form
Players Name: ____________________________ Team: ___________________
Is your child going to wear a bib or shoulder padded shirt? _______________
Is your child planning on getting a haircut? __________________________
Item Measurement Size Number Parent Initials
Shoulder Pads
Helmet
Chin strap
Equipment checklist that will be provided by the NPR Buccaneers, all items must be purchased at the following
replacement prices if lost or stolen:
Helmet $75.00 (to be returned at the upon departure from the team)
Shoulder Pads $50.00 (to be returned at the upon departure from the team)
Mouth Piece $1.00 (yours to keep)
Chin Strap $8.00 (yours to keep)
Game Jersey $60.00 (yours to keep)
Game Pants $30.00 (yours to keep)
**Practice pants and jerseys can be purchased at the concession stand during practice**
I am aware that I have to pay for the equipment if it is lost or stolen, and my child will not receive replacement
equipment until the lost or stolen equipment is paid for. A refund will be given if the equipment is later found.
This is to certify my child was measured and fitted for the football equipment for proper use during the season.
Printed Name: _____________________________________ Date: ______________
Signature: _________________________________________
I understand that if I purchase my own equipment for my child or alter the equipment issued to me in any way
shape or form, then I as the parent assume all responsibilities in the event of an injury due to the fault of the
equipment.
Printed Name: _____________________________________ Date: ______________
Signature: _________________________________________
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Cheer Uniform/equipment Form
Childs Name: ____________________________ Team: ___________________
Item Measurement Size Number Parent Initials
TOP
SKIRT
CROP TOP
SHOES
Equipment checklist that will be provided by the NPR Buccaneers, all items must be purchased at the following
replacement prices if lost or stolen:
TOP $75.00 (to be returned at the upon departure from the team)
BOTTOM $50.00 (to be returned at the upon departure from the team)
CROP TOP $25.00 (to be returned upon departure from the team)
BOWS (3) $15.00 each (yours to keep)
Comp Shoes $35.00 (yours to keep)
**Practice uniforms must be purchased separately**
I am aware that I have to pay for the uniform/equipment if it is lost or stolen, and my child will not receive
replacement equipment until the lost or stolen equipment is paid for. A refund will be given if the
uniform/equipment is later found in good condition.
This is to certify my child was measured and fitted for the cheerleading uniform for proper use during the season.
Printed Name: _____________________________________ Date:______________
Signature:_________________________________________
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Player/Cheerleader Code of Conduct
- I will Have fun!
- I will be a good sport (win or lose), be honest, fair and always show good sportsmanship to all
coaches, players, officials and fans.
- I will Learn the value of commitment to the team.
- I will put personal goals aside for the betterment of the team.
- I will be courteous and respectful to everyone including, but not limited to my teammates, parents,
opponents, coaches, referees and volunteers, regardless of race, creed, color, nationality, or sex of
Parents:
- I do realize that athletic contests, including practice sessions are educational experiences and
opportunities
- I will not engage in unsportsmanlike conduct
- I will stand with hat removed and my hand on my heart, in silence or singing the words for the
National Anthem or I will show my respect for those wishing to participate by removing myself from
the park until the National Anthem is finished.
- I understand that there will be consequence should I chose to break this code of conduct I have
voluntarily signed and acknowledged. Some of those consequences are, but not limited to:
o If I throw my helmet –automatic game suspension – 2 games for second offense and
expulsion for the year after that because there will be no 4th time.
o If I Sit on my helmet, mess around instead of paying attention, disrespect anybody for any
reason– a coach may make me do any type of physical activity including but not limited to:
up-downs, laps, sprints, squats, lunges, garbage clean up, bathroom cleaning, and the
possibility of benching me for a game, or expulsion could be possible.
o If I Destroy property - of course it will depend on the severity, but could result in any of the
above mentioned disciplinary actions even expulsion could be possible.
o If I steal expulsion will be the result. (extenuating circumstances could prevail)
o If I Fight I will be disciplined with the usually assortment of disciplinary actions together with
the person/persons that I fought with when possible, even if that’ someone is from another
team. Getting along with others is an important life skill that I am expected to use it all times
during practice and games. I understand that expulsion is also a possibility.
Childs Name: _______________________________ Team: __________________________________
Childs Signature_____________________________ Date: _____________________________________
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Parent Code of Conduct
I will give constructive criticism during a private moment, never in front of other parents, players, officials,
spectators, etc.
I will support the coach, and refrain from excessive “sideline coaching” from the stands.
I understand if I would like to impact a team through coaching I am required to sign up as a volunteer
coach.
I will raise my concerns about players and or coaches including technical/practical issues with the parent
rep.
I understand that the parent rep provides structured access to the coaches so they can focus on their task.
I will refrain from using profanity.
I will abide by doctor’s decision in all matters of players health and injuries, and physical ability to play.
I will accept the decisions of officials on the field as being fair and called to the best of their ability and will
not engage in conversation with them about their call.
I understand that I must stay off the field and remain under control in order to set a good example for
players and other spectators.
I will not criticize an opposing team, its players, fans, coaches or team, by words or gestures.
I will support the coaches, players and officials and help teach the value of commitment to the teams,
sportsmanship, ethical conduct, and fair play.
I understand that every child is only guaranteed 8 plays and will refrain from commenting on how little I
feel my child plays. I also understand that taking a Knee is considered a play.
I will be courteous and respectful to everyone including, but not limited to my child’s teammates, other
parents, opponents, coaches, referees and volunteers, regardless of race, creed, color, nationality, or sex.
I will not encourage my child or any other person to be rude and engage in unsportsmanlike activity.
I will not engage in inappropriate behavior while attending a league function (cursing, Alcoholic beverages,
Smoking, Substance abuse etc. are strictly prohibited and I will remove myself from the premises)
I will not try to discipline another person’s child, nor will I discuss the behavior of another child with that
child’s parent. If I have an issue with someone else’s child I Will bring it to the attention of the Parent-Rep
I understand that disrespecting the Flag will not be tolerated on the field. The League does not wish to step
on my rights not to show the flag the respect they feel it deserves, but at the same time I understand that
they also have a right to ask that anyone on their property respects their right to have the flag respected.
(Yes I know if they rent it, it's considered their property) During the National Anthem I will stand, remove
my hat, face the flag, and either remain silent or join in the singing of the National Anthem. I do have the
right not to do this, so at this time if I choose not to participate I will remove myself from the field and re-
join after the Anthem is finished. If I do not want my child to participate in the National Anthem I will take
them with me outside the property until the Anthem is finished. I understand that by the time we get back in
the game it has already started so my child may not be able to be a team captain or start the 1st couple of
plays as a result of my decision. Should I choose to leave my child on the field and they do not show the
proper respect of honoring the flag they may be benched immediately or asked to perform other disciplinary
actions on Monday's practice.
I understand that any person accompanying me is also subject to the same code of conduct as myself.
I understand that any infraction of any of these items has consequences that could result in but are not
limited to: suspension from as little as the rest of the game, a number of games, from all league activities for
1 full year from the date, fines and even arrest could also be possible.
Parents Printed Name: _____________________________ Childs Name: ____________________________
Parents Signature_________________________________ Date: __________________________
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NPR BUCS GAME SCHEDULE
Times:
JR Fly – 9:00 am (players need to be there at 7:30am)
Flyweight – 11:00 am (players need to be there at 9:30am)
Mighty Might – 1:00 pm (players need to be there at 11:30am)
JR Varsity – 3:00 pm (players need to be there at 1:30pm)
**Please check with your coaches as they may require earlier arrival times. **
Game Days
8/14/2021 week 1 –New Port Richey @ Hudson
8/21/2021 week 2 – New Port Richey @ K-Tek
8/28/2021 week 3 – Trinity @ New Port Richey
9/11/2021 week 4 – New Port Richey @ Tarpon Springs
9/18/2021 week 5 – Wesley Chapel @ New Port Richey
10/2/2021 week 6 – New Port Richey –BYE week
10/9/2020 week 7 – Land O’ Lakes @ New Port Richey
10/16/2021 week 8 – New Port Richey @ East Lake
10/23/2021 week 9 - K-Tech @ New Port Richey
10/24/21 – CHEERCOMP
10/30/21 - 1st Round Playoffs @ East Lake
10/31/2021 – CHEERCOMP
11/6/2021 2nd Round Playoffs @ New Port Richey
11/7/2021 – CHEER OFF -@ Trinity
11/13/2021 – Superbowl @ Land O’Lakes
11/20/21 – EAST VS WEST SHOWDOWN @ K-Tech
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Field locations
Dade City Pirates - Burks Park
13220 Gene Nelson Blvd
Dade City
East Lake Eagles
3555 Old Keystone Rd.
Tarpon Springs
Hudson Cobras - Arther F. Engle Memorial Park
11611 Denton Avenue
Hudson
K-Tech – Wendell Krinn Technical High School
7650 Orchid Lake Road
New Port Richey, FL 34653
Land O'Lakes Gators
5401 Land O Lakes Blvd.
Land O'Lakes
NPR Buccaneers – J Ben Harrill Recreation Complex
2830 Gulf Trace Blvd.
Holiday, FL
Tarpon Springs Jr. Spongers
150N Jasmine Ave
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Trinity Mustangs – Generations Christian Church
1540 Little Rd.
New Port Richey, FL
Wesley Chapel Bulls - Wesley Chapel District Park
7727 Boyette Road
Wesley Chapel
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Meet the Board
Position Name Phone E-mail
Director Mike Britt 727-809-4354 nprbucsdirector@gmail.com
Asst. Director Mike Mycz Jr. 727-312-6395 nprbucsinfo@gmail.com
Asst. Director Mike Ciardullo 727-808-8501 nprbucsinfo@gmail.com
Athletic Director Mike Mycz Sr. 727-846-3000 nprbucsinfo@gmail.com
Asst. Athletic Dir. Gary Cornwell 727-642-7739 nprbucsinfo@gmail.com
Treasurer/Registrar Sue Britt 727-243-8780 nprbucstreasurer@gmail.com
Secretary Mallory Hutchinson nprbucsinfo@gmail.com
Cheer Coordinator Kiersten Sabo 727-808-7690 nprbucscheercoordinator@gmail.com
Asst. Cheer Coordinator TBD nprbucscheercoordinator@gmail.com
Parent Rep Jim Atkinson nprbucsinfo@gmail.com
Coaches Rep nprbucsinfo@gmail.com
Team Mom Coordinator Beki Gessner nprbucsinfo@gmail.com
Safety Coordinator nprbucsinfo@gmail.com
Equipment Manger nprbucsinfo@gmail.com
Concession Manager Lisa Richard nprbucsinfo@gmail.com
Bucs Store Manager 727-237-0543 nprbucsinfo@gmail.com
Fundraising Coordinator Kim Alvarado 863-537-0165 fundraisingnprbucs@gmail.com
Sargent at Arms Mike Gessner nprbucsinfo@gmail.com
Security DJ Gardiner 727-226-0380 nprbucsinfo@gmail.com
**** Please be mindful that this is a volunteer only run league and the majority of us have 40 hour
a week jobs, so please text before calling and please be patient for a response.
****If the person you are emailing has nprbucsinfo@gmail.com as their email please specify the
person’s name as well as the subject in the subject line so we may get it to the appropriate person.
Example Subject: John Doe – problem with coach Elroy. This will allow us to print the e-mail and
give it to John Doe and follow up with them that the issue has been solved.
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