Washington Panthers YFP

06/07/2026

Darrell Crouch brings decades of football knowledge and leadership to lineman training, making him an outstanding mentor for young athletes. A former offensive lineman at Illinois State University, Crouch built a strong foundation in the game through years of collegiate competition and coaching. Aft...

06/06/2026

Washington Panthers Youth Football Program

JUNE PANTHER BLUEPRINT

“Champions Are Built Before The Season Starts”

Panthers,

Practice is right around the corner. The kids who show up in August ready to go aren’t the ones with the most talent—they’re the ones who put in the work during June and July.

This month’s goal is simple:

✅ Better conditioning
✅ Stronger bodies
✅ More confidence
✅ Better football players

We encourage players, parents, coaches, teammates, and friends to get together 3-4 days per week and complete the Panther Blueprint together. Make it fun. Challenge each other. Compete. Encourage. Build relationships.

Remember: Effort beats talent when talent doesn’t work.

06/05/2026

🏈🐾 Washington Panthers Youth Football Registration is NOW OPEN! 🐾🏈

Whether you’re ready to hit the field in tackle football (ages 8-14), learn the game through flag football (ages 5-7), or join our growing Girls Flag program, there’s a place for you in Panther Nation!

🔥 Build confidence.
🔥 Build friendships.
🔥 Build champions.

Register today at WashingtonYFP.com

⏳ Registration closes July 5th!

06/04/2026

To our Panther YFP athletes! This is a great opportunity to get coached by our high school staff and get a jump start on the fall season!

Skills Camp:
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Padded Camp:
https://apps.daysmartrecreation.com/dash/x/ #/online/wpd/programs/2/level?facility_ids=1&season_id=566

🏈 Youth Football Camps 🏈

The Washington Park District is excited to offer two football camp opportunities for young athletes this summer!

🔹 Padded Camp
This camp focuses on teaching proper and safe football techniques, with an emphasis on fundamentals and controlled contact. Campers will be grouped by age for drills and activities.
📍 Location: WCHS Practice Football Field
• Bring: mouthpiece, shorts, t-shirt, gym shoes or cleats
• Gym shoes required daily (in case of indoor practice)
• First day: arrive at PantherPlex at 8:30 AM for helmet and shoulder pad fitting
• Registration based on grades entering Fall 2026

🔹 Skills Camp (Non-Contact)
This camp is designed to build fundamental football skills including tackling technique (using bags/dummies), throwing, catching, blocking, kicking, routes, and defensive play. Focus will be on technique, teamwork, and competition in a fun setting.
📍 Location: WCHS Babcock Field
• Open to students entering Grades 1–8 (Fall 2026)
• Bring: mouthpiece, shorts, t-shirt, gym shoes or cleats
• Gym shoes required daily (in case of indoor practice)

👉 Both camps group participants by age and are a great way to learn the game, improve skills, and have fun this summer!

06/03/2026

To our girls flag athletes out there! Take a look at this opportunity for some extra training for you ladies!

EUREKA, Ill. – Eureka College is proud to announce a partnership with the Chicago Bears to host a Girls Flag Football Clinic on Friday, June 5, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Eureka College campus. Open to girls ages 13-18 (incoming freshmen through seniors), the clinic will provide a premier footb...

06/03/2026

Couldn’t recommend this opportunity enough for our athletes who work in the trenches!

Darrell Crouch brings decades of football knowledge and leadership to lineman training, making him an outstanding mentor for young athletes. A former offensive lineman at Illinois State University, Crouch built a strong foundation in the game through years of collegiate competition and coaching. Aft...

06/02/2026

We are beyond excited!

06/02/2026

We can’t wait for this new adventure!

🏈 BIG NEWS FOR THE BAFL! 🏈

Please help us welcome two exciting new additions to the Bloomington Area Football League — the Morton JFL and the Washington Panthers YFP

We’re excited to bring even more competition, teamwork, and community to the field this season. Both programs have a strong reputation for developing young athletes and representing youth football the right way.

We can’t wait to see all the players, families, and coaches take the field this fall and be part of an incredible season together!

Welcome to the BAFL family! 💪🏈🔥

06/02/2026

The Washington Panthers are growing, improving, and building something special!

Whether your athlete is ready for Fall Flag (ages 5–7), Tackle Football (3rd–8th Grade), or Girls Flag Football, now is the time to join the Panther Family!

✅ New League – Bloomington Area Football League✅ Great Coaches✅ Player Development✅ Strong Community✅ Fun, Competitive Environment

Registration closes July 5th!

Don’t miss your chance to be part of a program that’s getting bigger and better every season.

Register today: WashingtonYFP.com

05/31/2026

🏈 Washington Panthers Tackle Football Reminder (8U–14U) 🏈

Just a reminder that today from 5:00–6:00 PM we will be holding our final jersey sizing/fitting session at the Washington High School football field for all 8U–14U tackle players.

Today’s fitting is for families who would like to order a custom jersey with their child’s name and number on it that is theirs to keep after the season. This is the last opportunity to get fitted before jersey orders are submitted.

We will also be available during that time to answer questions and discuss our recent program and league changes. If you have questions about the upcoming season, travel, schedules, or the transition to the Bloomington Area Football League, feel free to stop by.

We look forward to seeing everyone tonight and are excited for the future of Washington Panthers Football!