1. Founded in 1929 Pop Warner has since flourished to over 400,000 participants, 40,000 coaches and over 1 million volunteers WORLD WIDE.
2. It is the only youth football organization that requires academic proficiency as well as a strict age and weight matrix that reduces the risk of injury AND has been the starting point for more than 70% of NFL players.
3. Unparalleled Playing Fields. All Games will be played at top of line facilities. These fields include newly renovated Omaha Burke, Northwest High , Bryan High, and Papio-LaVista South Stadiums as well as Buffet and Morton Middle School fields.
4. Academics and grades of players are documented by each team throughout the season to ensure the players maintain eligibility to play.
5. Coaches are trained and thoroughly background checked by OSAA and Pop Warner Football.
6. Weight and age guide
Division Age Weights Older Lighter Rule
Tiny Mite 5-7 35-75 lbs na
Mitey Mite 7-9 45-90 lbs na
JR Pee Wee 9-10 60 -105 lbs 11 under 85 lbs
Pee Wee 10-11 75-120 lbs 12 under 100 lbs
JR Midget 11-12 85-135 lbs 13 under 115 lbs
*OSAA will continue to supply the needed equipment including players helmets except for cleats, cup and mouthpiece.
*OSAA teams practice at Lamp Park or at various parks in West Omaha.