​The West Orange PAL Mustangs are one of the most exciting teams to watch in West Orange.

 

We play in the New Jersey Suburban Youth Football League, which is currently comprised of over 27 town programs split between two conferences. There are playoffs, Super Bowl, and an All-Star game to enhance the enjoyment of the participants and help teach the value of competition and good sportsmanship.

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We field 5 levels of contact football to serve West Orange’s youth:

• F Level: 3rd graders

• D Level: 4th & 5th graders

• C Level: 6th graders 

• B Level: 7th graders

• A Level: 8th graders

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We also field a travel flag football team in the New Jersey Suburban Youth Football League which is open to all West Orange residents in grades 2. 

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Flag Football: Grade 2 

Players will have home and away games. All players are provided a soft helmet and soft shoulder pads along with a "flag" belt and mouth guard. There is no tackling but a focus on fundamentals of the game of football while having fun. Players participate in the same conditioning training as the football teams. 

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Registration 2024 Season 

 

Online Registration for Football (Grades 3-8): CLOSED

Online Registration for Grade 2 Flag Football: CLOSED

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**Must be registered by July 15th to be guaranteed to have shirt/shorts for practice. 

Tackle Football Grades 3-8 Registration Costs:

January 1 - February 28: $275

March 1 - April 30: $325

May 1 - July 15: $350 

After July 15th there is a $50 late fee ($400 for the season)

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NEW PLAYERS ONLY: Game Uniform Package: $100 *

New Players to the program will receive customized game jersey (name and number) & game pants

* Returning players do not need to purchase the game package

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Football Schedule:

Annual Friday Night Lights Clinic: July 26th

Parisi School Conditioning Clinic: July 29-August 1st

WOHS Clinic with Coach Grant & Staff: August 5-8th

Football Practices: August 12th forward; practice M-F*

*After the first game, practices move to Tues./Wed./Thurs.

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Flag Football Grade 2 Registration Costs: 

March 1 - March 31: $150

April 1 -  April 30: $200

May 1 - July 15th: $250

After July 15th there is a $50 late fee ($300 for the season)

 

Flag Football Schedule:

Annual Friday Night Lights Clinic: July 26th

Parisi School Conditioning Clinic: July 29-August 1st

WOHS Clinic with Coach Grant & Staff: August 5-8th

Football Practices: August 12th forward; practice Mon/Wed

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NEW: PRACTICE PACKAGE! 

​Practice Packages: All players will need to order their practice package through Thompson's Sporting Goods. Mandatory for all players. 

Football (Grades 3-8): includes customized practice jersey, compression shirt, performance shorts, and game socks

Flag Football (Grade 2): includes compression shirt, performance shorts, and game socks

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Payment Options:

In Person Payment in Full: Check made out to WOPAL, cash, credit card 

Venmo (@WOPAL) - must email the registration form to Info@wopal.org

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Installment Payments must be done through Online Registration

Refunds will be honored through July 15th. Partial Refunds after July 15th-July 22nd. There are no refunds as of July 23rd.

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GIRLS FLAG FOOTBALL  

New Program!

Girls Flag Football Spring Teams

Open to West Orange Athletes in Grades 4-8

Practices to begin in March

Winter Training January - February at The LAB

Games to begin in April with Playoffs and Championship in June

Team will participate in the New Jersey Suburban Youth Football League (NJSFYL)

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Online Registration for Spring 2025 Girls Flag Football:

COMING SOON!

 

Girls Flag Spring Registration Fee: $125

Girls Flag Summer Tournament Team Fee: TBA

Game Uniform Fee: TBA

 

Girls Flag Football Fall Training Program

We've partnered with The LAB to develop a meticulously crafted fall program designed for the West Orange Girls Flag Football program. Sessions are open to ALL West Orange residents in Grades 4-12. Whether your athlete has a budding curiosity or is a seasoned player, this program will take them to the next level in preparation for the Spring season. 

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REGISTRATION LINKS BELOW:​

Session 1: Strength & Performance

Grades 4-6: 2-3pm WO PAL Field: https://bit.ly/GFFSession1Grades5-6

Grades 7-12: 4-5pm WOHS 80 Yard Field: https://bit.ly/GFFSession1Grades7-12

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Session 2: Skills & Techniques

Grades 4-6: 2-3pm WO PAL Field: https://bit.ly/GFFSession2Grades5-6

Grades 7-12: 4-5pm WOHS 80 Yard Field: https://bit.ly/GFFSession2Grades7-12

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Spring 2025 Payment Options:

In Person Payment in Full: Check made out to WOPAL, cash, credit card 

Venmo (@WOPAL) - must email the registration form to Info@wopal.org

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Installment Payments must be done through Online Registration

There are no refunds as of February 25, 2025.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Common Questions:

When does football practice start?
The season begins July 29th at the West Orange High School fields.
Practices are held Monday through Friday until our first game in early September.  Then we scale back to 3-4 nights a week. Flag football scales back to 2 nights a week.

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When are games?
PAL football games are either Sundays mornings/afternoons or Saturday afternoon/night games. Flag football games are on Saturday mornings. 

 

Do I need my own equipment?
PAL provides: Helmet, Shoulder Pads, Classic Mouth piece
You have to provide: Cleats, Cup, and navy socks
Optional: Gloves, Backplate, Warmers, Clear Visor, Your own mouthpiece etc.

 

How do I contact the coach?
Each team will have a TeamSnap account which will allow you to reach out to the coaches.

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How do I get involved in the PAL Football Program?

PAL is always looking for volunteers to help promote and create a positive experience for the youth of West Orange. Volunteer options include but are not limited to coaching, game day support, field maintenance, public relations and fundraising.

 

To get involved or for additional information, please e-mail info@wopal.org.

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