Boys Football
Boys Football – About the Program
The Tosa East Junior Raiders Football program is built to develop strong athletes, confident leaders, and future Red Raiders. Open to students in grades 1st to 8th, the program serves as a key feeder into the Wauwatosa East High School football program, focused on skill development, character-building, and a love for the game.
Offering Tackle to our 5th – 8th Graders and Flag to our 1st – 4th Grade players.
Our goals are simple:
- Teach the fundamentals of football in a safe, structured, and supportive environment
- Emphasize discipline, sportsmanship, and teamwork
- Help players build confidence, friendships, and resilience
- Foster a positive, high-quality experience that builds pride in wearing Tosa East red
Every athlete in our program is seen as a valuable part of the team. Whether they’ve played for years or are picking up a football for the first time, we believe in meeting kids where they are and helping them grow through effort, coaching, and commitment.
This is more than football; it’s a launchpad for life lessons and leadership that extend well beyond the field.
Season Information
Fall Tackle League (Official Season)
Season Duration: Early August – Mid October
Practices: 2-4 times per week (typically Monday–Thursday)
Practice Locations: Longfellow Middle School or Tosa East
League Information: Jr. Raiders compete in the Classic Youth Football League (CYFL) which features full-contact games with certified referees, athletic trainers and safety protocols. 5th and 6th grade play 8 vs. 8 football with modified rules. 7th and 8th play 11 vs. 11 with rules based on High School rules.
Game Schedule & Locations: Games are played on Saturdays. Home games are played at Tosa East and away games are held at the schools of the home teams in our league.
What to Expect
- Full equipment fitting in late May
- Pre-season team camp and skill assessments in August (4x weekly training)
- Team-building and a focus on pride, effort, and growth
*All participants must submit a current physical and signed waiver prior to full-contact practices.*
Open Gyms
All players registered for tryouts will have access to weekly Open Gyms at Tosa East. Rostered players will also have access.
The Open Gym schedule will be emailed to registered participants and coaches.
Player Fees & Eligibility
Player Fee: $350
Play fees help our program cover many expenses such as:
- League registration and officiating
- Equipment rental (helmet, pads)
- Team jerseys
- Insurance and administrative costs
- Field usage and equipment upkeep
Eligibility Requirements:
- Students entering 5th through 8th grade
- Must attend a Tosa East feeder school or reside within the Wauwatosa East High School boundaries
- Must demonstrate intent to attend Wauwatosa East High School
- Exceptions may be reviewed on a case-by-case basis
Registration
Information on registration for the 2026 - 2027 season is coming soon.
Wauwatosa, Wisconsin