New York City Lions Youth Football

The New York City Lions are a Youth Football & Education Program located on the Lower East Side focused on serving young people ages seven to seventeen throughout the five boroughs.

Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 6:00-8:15 at East River Park.

You Supply the Commitment, We Supply the Equipment!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR
THE 2025 SEASON!

Program History Lions Team News

TEAM NEWS

Our Fall practice schedule includes Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 6:00-8:15, with games on Saturday or Sunday. All practices during the season will take place at East River Park, FDR and Houston Street, Field 6. The field is reachable from Delancey/Essex Street by M14A SBS or M14D from Union Square.

INTERMEDIATE (15-17Y old)

Practice & Game Week Protocol

Tuesday – Practice: 5:30-8:00 PM

Wednesday – Film Session: 7:00-8:00 PM

Thursday – Practice: 5:30-8:00 PM

Friday (starting Sept) – Practice: 5:30- 7:00 PM

Saturday/Sunday – Game Day

BANTAMS (13-14y old)

Practice & Game Week Protocol

Tuesday – Practice: 6:00-8:15 PM

Wednesday – Film Session: 7:00-8:00 PM

Thursday – Practice: 6:00-8:15 PM

Friday – Practice: 6:00-7:30 PM

Saturday/Sunday – Game Day

PEEWEES (11-12y old), JR PEEWEES (9-10y old), PEANUTS (7-8y old)

Open Registration

Practice will be on Tues, Friday and Saturday. Games on Sundays.

SUPPORT THE NYC LIONS

All Coaches and Administration staff are volunteers. The New York City Lions and Run to Daylight Education Program are financed by season fees and donations only. To keep the program running please get involved, make a donation or become a sponsor.

Make a Donation

NYC Lions Youth Football is a 501c3 organization, so your donation is tax-deductible. Click below, then please enter your donation amount. You can donate with PayPal or credit card.
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Coach a Team

Interested in becoming a coach? All experience levels are welcome. We have many opportunities.

If you are interested in coaching a Team, please CONTACT US.

Become a Volunteer

Love Football? We’re always seeking volunteers for our Teams, Games, Events.

If you are interested in volunteering, please CONTACT US.

Become a Sponsor

The NYC Lions are looking forward to another exciting season, and your sponsorship can help make that happen! Your contribution will make a massive difference for our kids and your business! We appreciate your consideration and support. Please Email us for more information.