Delaware Football League Holding Registrations The Delaware Football League is currently holding registrations for its upcoming 2014 season. The DFL is a non-profit organization dedicated to instilling the fundamentals of football and cheerleading for children ages 5-12. The purpose of the DFL is to inspire our children to practice the ideals of sportsmanship, scholarship, and physical fitness. We pride ourselves on being a familyoriented league, and the safety of our children is our number one priority. We are excited to announce a community partnership with the Delaware Township Ambulance Corp, who will be present at each of our games this season. Our coaches have received and are certified in concussion aid and are currently working toward receiving certification in basic first aid and CPR. Our coaches will also receive training on the newest coaching techniques. Our mission is to instill the fundamentals of the game. While some leagues have moved away from the flag football division, we have maintained our flag program as we believe safety and skill development are paramount to the success of the program. Our tackle division is working to develop skills that go beyond the basics; preparing them as Warriors and Timberwolves. The DFL Cheer program is guided by the rules and regulations of The American Association of Cheerleading Coaches and Administrators, and provides a great
foundation in cheer for each level. We develop the basic skills and fundamentals necessary for future success, while teaching the importance of positive attitude, teamwork, commitment, discipline, and good sportsmanship. Our coaches and Board of Directors work closely with the middle and high school coaches of Delaware Valley and East Stroudsburg North to insure our players and cheerleaders are ready for the next level. The DFL recognizes the importance of keeping the cost of registration at a minimum; therefore, we encourage parents to take advantage of our Early Bird registration. Register by June 15th, and save $20 on the cost of registration. In addition, the DFL offers a $10 sibling discount! There will be additional savings and incentives to those who refer new players to the league. The DFL is pleased to announce that parents can now register online! Go to www. delawarefootballleague.assn.la to sign-up for the 2014 season. There are a lot of exciting new things happening in the DFL! We are looking forward to a great season!
Summer Is HERE! It’s the time of year that many of us eagerly anticipate and we are happy to announce that Akenac Park is ready! The park will again be open six days a week (closed Tuesdays for maintenance). Some of the changes that have occurred throughout the year include the addition of “Gate Keepers.” Our Gate Keepers are the first faces you see upon entering, and they will be happy to answer any questions you might have regarding upcoming events and other planned activities. There are quite a few familiar faces this year, as we are fortunate to have several lifeguards returning to the park. We are proud of the conscientious manner in which they do their jobs and the Township is happy to have them back. Also, we are pleased to announce that our Recreation Director, Colleen Dellabella is returning this summer and - with a full slate of fun activities for children of all ages! Keep your calendars open since we have three movie nights and two concerts scheduled! As always, these events are free to Delaware Township and Pike County residents. We sincerely encourage any and all suggestions our residents might have that would improve the park or the activities available…. So, please give us a call!
LIVING DELAWARE | SUMMER 2014
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