Boys Tackle Football (Grades 3-6)
In the 2027 fall season, CCS is starting its first-ever year of elementary tackle football! In partnership with the CCS Junior High and High School program, we are looking to add a team for grades 3 & 4 and a team for grades 5 & 6 that will both participate in the Nisqually Junior Football League (NJFL).
2027 Season
Season: August-November
League: Nisqually Junior Football League (NJFL):
The Nisqually Junior Football League (NJFL) is a nonprofit organization whose sole purpose is to provide youth football in North Pierce/South King County areas. Click on the links below for more information regarding the league:
NJFL WebsiteLeague RulesCode of Conduct
Competition:
- Weigh -ins/Jamboree: August 22 (see weigh-in information by clicking League Rules)
- First Games: August 29/30
- Season Games: Every Saturday and Sunday (No games Labor Day weekend.)
- Semifinals: November 7/8
- Championships: November 14/15
Practices: Practices begin the week of August 3. Practices will be held at a CCS campus. There will be 3-5 practices per week, time TBD.
Divisions: Grades 3 /4 and 5/6
Cost:
Program Fee: $450
Equipment Refundable Rental Fee: A $200 rental fee is due at gear pickup for players to receive gear. This fee will be returned at the end of the season when ALL your player’s gear is returned.
Program fee cost breakdown:
- League Fees
- Uniform
- Field maintenance, equipment
- Soft-shell helmet and shoulder pads
- Processing/administrative fees
Additional Requirements/Information:
Required Equipment (not provided by CCS):
- Cleats (no metal studs)
- Mouthguard (required)
- Water bottle
If you are interested in this program, please email Matt Matteo.
Eligibility Requirements
For the 2026–2027 school year, all athletes participating in sports through the ENL (Elementary Nisqually League) must be enrolled at Cascade Christian Schools. This policy applies to cross country (XC), track & field, soccer, volleyball, flag football, and grades 1–6 recreational basketball.
This policy does not apply to competition cheer, tackle football, baseball, elite basketball, KPrep athletics, or summer camps.