September 9, 2025

FROM THE DESK OF THE PRESIDENT & CEO

The Heart of Our Mission: Development

As the new school year gets underway, I want to take a moment to remind our families what sits at the very heart of Pop Warner’s mission: development. Not just as athletes, but as students and well-rounded individuals.

For nearly 100 years, we’ve proudly stood as the only national youth sports organization that requires our athletes to perform in the classroom before they can compete on the field. That’s why we remain deeply committed to our All-American Scholar Program, which honors the student-athletes who embody the balance of excellence in both academics and sports. [Read more...]

Register for Cheer & Dance, Flag Events

Nationals Week: Nationals Week in Charlotte will feature two outstanding events this December: the always exciting Cheer & Dance Nationals and the inaugural Queen City Crown Open.

Date: December 7-11, 2025

Venue: Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, N.C.

Crown Classic: The Crown Classic Flag Football Tournament, a joint event hosted by Pop Warner and NFL FLAG, is a first-of-its-kind national event open to Pop Warner and non-Pop Warner teams.

Date: December 12-13, 2025

Venue: Mecklenburg County Sportsplex at Matthews in Greater Charlotte, N.C.

The Pop Warner Super Bowl will register on the same timeline as in past years.

Pop Warner, Riddell Extend Partnership

As the “Exclusive Protective Equipment and Reconditioning Provider of Pop Warner,” Riddell will continue to provide Pop Warner programs with a comprehensive range of products and services including new football helmets, shoulder pads, and accessories, along with reconditioning and equipment-fitting services. [Read more...]

SCHOLASTICS

All-American Applications Now Online

Student-Athletes, don’t miss your chance to be recognized for all the hard work you’ve put in — both in the classroom and in the community.

✨ Why apply?

• National recognition among Pop Warner’s top scholar-athletes
• Regional recognition among top scholar-athletes
• Opportunity to celebrate your hard work and leadership
• A highlight for future academic and athletic opportunities
• A chance to qualify for a college scholarship award

Deadline: October 1.

POP WARNER IN THE COMMUNITY

Community Star Award Returns for 2025

Nominations for the 2025 Pop Warner Community Star Award are now open. This annual award recognizes the most compelling stories of how Pop Warner teams deliver positive impact. Any Pop Warner team whose work exemplifies positive community impact is eligible for nomination. If you know of an outstanding member that meets this criteria, please consider nominating them for Community Star Award. Nominations are open now through October 31, 2025.

About the Award and Nomination Form

Looking for inspiration? Here are some great stories: 2024 Nominees | 2023 Nominees

NOW STREAMING

Check Out Pop Warner's New Podcast

“Extra Points" continues to deliver some great conversations with some of the sport's best. Recently released episodes include Andre Reed, Cris Carter and Bill Polian. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, YouTube or wherever you listen.

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Game Day Photos From Across the Country

“The Game Day Experience” features some of the best photos found on social media. To have your photo considered for a feature on Pop Warner's social channels and email newsletter, be sure to tag us using #PopWarner, as well as #PopWarnerCheerAndDance.

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