Coaching, officiating, player safety, friendship and community building. There's more to football than football.
A parent, a coach and a former football player each give their unique perspectiveas a member of the youth football community in the Boise area.
Thanks to Optimist Youth Football for another successful Saturday at the annual Youth Football Jamboree at Boise State Albertsons Stadium, August 19th
It’s a great thrill for youngsters to play on the famous blue turf.
Thanks to Optimist Youth Football for another successful Saturday at the annual Youth Football Jamboree at Boise State Albertsons Stadium, August 19th
It’s a great thrill for youngsters to play on the famous blue turf.
Written By: Friend Of Football Volunteers We ask that you take a moment the next time you are on the field and thank and recognize the effort made by our referees! While we understand that the referee pool has a broad range of ages and skill levels represented in any given game, all of us […]
Messages That Last A Lifetime Written By: Keith L. Anderson, Ph.D These are just a few sayings coaches said to me and my teammates. They all translate to life off the field. I have used these and other sayings in my life after football. Keep your head on a swivel. (Know what’s going on around […]
As we go through the holidays, we reflect on everything that football has given us this past year: Friendships Camaraderie Leadership Teamwork Respect Lessons for life We especially thank the officials and volunteers who make it all happen. As we go into 2023, let’s resolve to be good fans and good parents. Cheer […]
Written By: Kate Mason, Optimist Youth Football parent It’s a beautiful day and the two teams are ready to play, but there are no referees. Without referees, the game can’t be played. In youth sports, many times you will see high school kids officiating to gain a few extra bucks – or maybe because of […]
Experience the lessons, camaraderie and friendships created by the common goals that football can offerplayers, coaches, officials and parents.
