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2026 East County Youth Football - Fall 2026

WELCOME TO EAST COUNTY YOUTH FOOTBALL!

We are excited for the 2026 season!

Please visit our website and FAQ section

You can also follow us on Instagram @eastcountylionsfootball or @eastcountylionscheer_

Any questions regarding the Football registration process please reach out to info@eastcountylions.com

REGISTRATION FEES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

  • Practice jersey
  • Helmet and shoulder pads
  • Pair of both game home/away jerseys and pants

Practice begins on 07/13/2026 and the season will end 11/14/2026

All 8th graders over 105lbs must register at the Varsity level

EQUIPMENT DEPOSIT: $450 deposit will be required. This will not be cashed unless equipment is not returned

VOLUNTEER DEPOSIT: $500 deposit will be required. This will not be cashed unless volunteer hours are not completed

Both of these checks can be brought to Lions Day

*PLEASE READ*

  • Registration fees cannot be refunded after the player steps on the field for the first practice on 07/13/2026
  • There is a "tryout" period. Your registration payment does not guarantee a spot on the team
  • Requests for placement on a specific team or coach requests will not be accepted. All players will tryout.
  • Please refer to age and weight requirements here to select the appropriate level: age & weight requirements 
  • Refunds: Please understand that football is a very costly sport and most leagues do not offer refunds because of the very high over head costs assoated with the program. If your athlete decides to quit three weeks into practice it does not change the fact that we had to purchase jerseys, clothing, helmets, pads and other costs
  • Please review refund policies here

Registration Status:
Open
Early Bird Registration:
Friday, February 13, 2026 - Sunday, March 15, 2026
Regular Registration:
Monday, March 16, 2026 - Monday, June 29, 2026
Late Registration:
Tuesday, June 30, 2026 - Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Program Duration:
Monday, July 13, 2026 - Sunday, November 15, 2026
Early Registration Cost:
$500.00
Regular Registration Cost:
$550.00
Late Registration Cost:
$575.00
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East County Youth Cheer - Sideline - Fall 2026

WELCOME TO EAST COUNTY YOUTH CHEER!

We are excited for the 2026 season!

Below is information for the season but please visit our website and FAQs for detailed information including cancellation and refund policies.

You can also follow us on Instagram for updates and upcoming camps @eastcountylionsfootball or @eastcountylionscheer_

Please create a Team Sideline account to begin the registration process

Any questions regarding the Cheer registration process or season please reach out to cheerdirector@eastcountylions.com

SIDELINE REGISTRATION FEES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

  • Registration League Fee
  • Cheer Camp Fee & Shirts
  • Misc fees(Hello gifts, socks, sashes, HC & Banner supplies, bows, etc)

*Please note that if this is your first time cheering with EC, you will need to purchase the additional items below, which are not included in the registration cost. Additionally, please be aware that all uniforms will be changed every three years.

  • Custom Jacket
  • Custom Backpacks
  • Pom poms
  • Sideline Uniform
  • White Cheer shoes

East County will no longer facilitate uniform exchanges if your cheerleader's unifom no longer fits. It is mandatory to have all the listed items above to participate in cheer each season. If you lost your backpack, jacket, shoes, pom poms, bows or any uniform items, you will need to buy replacement ones

Registration Status:
Open
Regular Registration:
Sunday, April 5, 2026 - Thursday, July 30, 2026
Program Duration:
Monday, July 13, 2026 - Saturday, November 14, 2026
Regular Registration Cost:
$780.00