FAQ

Registration is completed online through our website. Simply select the desired program, complete the required information, and submit payment to secure your spot.

No, we welcome players of all levels of experience and they will learn the game from experienced coaches and staff.

Early Bird Football Registration Fee $400.00 Febuary 3rd - April 3rd, 2026

Regular Football Fee $475.00 (April 4th- July 10th, 2026)

Each football level will have an active 35-player roster. 

Cheer Registration Fee $400.00-$475.00

Equipment rental fee is $500.00 for each participant. Each family is required to ensure all issued equipment and uniforms are returned at the end of the 2026 season. DCAJL will charge a $10.00 non-refundable fee to your credit/debit card and charge the remaining $490.00 to the card on file if all issued items are not returned at the end of the season.

Link to equipment deposit: https://dcasac.regfox.com/2026-jr-lions-football-equipment-deposit

Each family is required to complete 10 volunteer hours. DCAJL will charge a $10.00 non-refundable fee on credit/debit card and will charge the remaining $390.00 if volunteer requirement is not met by the end of the season.

Opportunities to volunteer will be posted on the Team Volunteer Sign Up page. Hours are not prorated. Families can opt to buy out the volunteer requirement by paying $400 up front during the registration process (this payment is not payment plan eligible). 

Link to volunteer deposit: https://dcasac.regfox.com/2026-jr-lions-football-and-cheer-volunteer-agreement

Link to volunteer sign-ups: Volunteer Sign-ups

Yes! We offer a convenient payment plan option during checkout when you register your athlete.

Payments will be charged monthly based on the date you enroll in the plan.

All payments must be completed by August 15, 2026 or before the first Jamboree. 

If you’re interested in becoming a coach, we’d love to hear from you! Please fill out an application on our website under the Football tab. We also welcome you to come out and meet our Coaches Liaison in person to learn more about our program and ask any questions you may have.

You can also reach out to us anytime by emailing vicepresident@dcajrlions.org, and a member of our team will be happy to follow up with you directly.

Please click on the registration tab above. You will first need to create a family account, then add your athlete(s).  Once they have been added you can select which program to enroll in. This guide walks you thru the registration steps.

All updates are sent via email and posted on the website or through your teams individual communication app. Please ensure your contact information is accurate so you don’t miss important communications.

We will hold clinics during the spring, sign up for our newsletter to get more information as dates are released.  Practices start mid July and for the first few weeks are Mon-Fri 6pm-8pm, in mid August (regular season) practice becomes Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 6-8PM.  For more information please see Available Programs. Game schedules will not be released until closer to the season.  For a rough outline of game schedules please see: General Game Information.

When you select the payment plan at checkout, your total registration fee will be automatically split into 4 equal monthly payments.

If you have any trouble navigating the site or have questions about the process, feel free to reach out!

Yes! You can log into your Team Sideline account at any time to make additional payments or pay off your remaining balance.

All participants, parents, and spectators are expected to follow our code of conduct to ensure a safe and positive environment for everyone.

Click on the contact us tab above and we would be glad to answer your questions or help you out.