Reston Youth Association

08/01/2026

Dear RYA Tackle Football Parents,

The Reston Youth Association tackle football season begins on Monday, August 3, at 6:00 PM ET.

Please have all players arrive by 5:20 PM ET for check-in. Arriving on time will allow us to complete check-in and begin practice promptly.

Required for Every Practice

All players must:

Wear a properly fitted mouthpiece at every practice
Bring their own clearly labeled water bottle to every practice

Players will not be permitted to participate without a mouthpiece. Please make sure your child arrives prepared each day.

First-Day Requirements

For Monday’s practice:

No helmets
No shoulder pads
No full pads
Mouthpieces are required
Players should wear athletic clothing and cleats
Nutrition and Hydration

The weather is expected to be hot and humid throughout the week. Players should begin hydrating well before practice and continue drinking water throughout the day.

Please make sure your player eats a light, balanced meal approximately two to three hours before practice. Avoid heavy, greasy, or fried foods immediately before activity. Good options include lean protein, fruit, vegetables, rice, pasta, or a light sandwich.

Players should not arrive on an empty stomach, but they should also avoid eating a large meal immediately before practice.

Acclimatization Schedule

Monday, August 3 — Day 1
No helmets. Mouthpieces and water bottles are required.

Tuesday, August 4 — Day 2
Helmets only. No shoulder pads or full pads.

Wednesday, August 5 — Day 3
Helmets and shoulder pads.

Thursday, August 6 — Day 4
Full pads are permitted, but no full-contact drills.

Friday, August 7 — Day 5
Full-contact drills may begin, provided the player has completed the first three required acclimatization practices.

This requirement applies individually to each player. A player who begins practice late must complete their own three acclimatization practices before participating in full-contact drills.

Thank you for helping us begin the season safely, responsibly, and on time. We are looking forward to a strong opening week and a successful season.

Respectfully,

Jay Cobbs and Tony Ellis
RYA Tackle Football Commissioners
Reston Youth Association

08/01/2026

🏈 RYA TACKLE FOOTBALL EQUIPMENT HANDOUT 🏈

Reston Youth Association parents, we will hold two additional equipment handout opportunities for players who still need equipment or require an exchange.

📅 Monday, August 3
⏰ 8:00–8:45 PM ET
📍 Immediately following practice at the equipment shed.
For players who have not yet picked up their equipment.

📅 Thursday, August 6
⏰ 5:00–5:45 PM ET
For players picking up equipment for the first time and players who need to exchange previously issued equipment.

Please make every effort to attend during one of these scheduled times so your player is properly equipped and ready for the season.

For immediate assistance, please contact either RYA Tackle Commissioner:

Tony Ellis
Jay Cobbs

Thank you for your continued support of Reston Youth Association Tackle Football!

07/30/2026

🏈 RESTON YOUTH ASSOCIATION FOOTBALL DISCOUNT WEEKEND! 🏈

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07/08/2026

We will hold equipment handout for the Reston Youth Association Tackle Football program on the following dates:

Saturday, July 18
Saturday, July 25
9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon EST

To help keep the process organized, please arrive during your division’s assigned time slot:

Ankle Biters / Rising Stars: 9:00 AM EST
Junior Varsity / Junior: 10:00 AM EST
Varsity / Prep: 10:30 AM EST

Please make every effort to arrive on time and be prepared to receive your player’s equipment. We want to make sure every athlete is properly fitted and ready for the upcoming season.

Feel free to email us at [email protected] if you have any questions.

Thank you for your continued support of Reston Youth Association Tackle Football.

07/01/2026

We need a head coach for our Prep Division! If you are interested, or if you know of someone who is interested. Please have them reach out to RYA ASAP! Send an email to - [email protected]

06/26/2026

06/26/2026

Reston Youth Association Football Camp

Parents,

Reston Youth Association Football will be hosting our upcoming football camp July 21–23 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM EST at Langston Hughes Turf Field.

This camp is a great opportunity for our athletes to get back on the field, sharpen their skills, build confidence, and prepare for the upcoming football season. Players will participate in football fundamentals, position drills, conditioning, competition, and team-building activities in a positive and structured environment.

All athletes are welcome. Whether your child is new to football or has played before, this camp will help them learn, compete, and grow as part of the RYA football family.

Please register on our website:

www.restonseahawks.org

We look forward to seeing our players on the field and getting ready for a strong season.

Thank you,
Reston Youth Association Football Commissioners

06/21/2026

Youth tackle season is coming soon! LOCK IN NOW! Register your child now!

06/14/2026

RYA Tackle Football is looking for dedicated coaches for our upcoming youth tackle season.

We need positive leaders who are willing to teach the game, mentor young athletes, build confidence, and help shape the next generation both on and off the field. Coaching is more than calling plays — it is about leadership, commitment, discipline, and making a lasting impact.

Interested in joining the RYA coaching staff? Please reach out to Tony Ellis or Jay Cobbs. ([email protected])

Let’s build something special together.

04/03/2026

🏈 Registration for the 2026 Reston Seahawks tackle football season opens April 1st! ⚡

Are you ready to hit the field this year?

All boys and girls ages 7-15 within Fairfax and Loudoun counties are invited to come suit up in the blue and green. 💙💚

Whether you’re a rookie or a seasoned veteran, we have a spot for you here with us.

✅ Co-ed tackle football
✅ USA Football certified coaches
✅ FUNdamentals, discipline, teamwork guaranteed

Spots fill up fast — don’t sit on the sidelines this season!

🔗 Register at restonseahawks.org beginning Wednesday April 1st

Tag a parent and/or youth athlete below that you think would like to join the Reston football family.

DM us with any questions you might have. Go Seahawks!