ARTICLE I - NAME AND PURPOSE 

1.1 Name: The organization shall be known as the Green Mountain Junior Football Association (GMJFA), hereinafter referred to as "the Association." 

1.2 Purpose: The Association is organized as a nonprofit organization to promote youth football and cheerleading, instill sportsmanship, and develop fundamental skills in a safe and structured environment. 

ARTICLE II - AFFILIATION AND COMPLIANCE 

2.1 The Association shall comply with all laws and regulations of the State of Colorado, Jefferson County, and any governing youth sports bodies under which it operates (e.g., JYFA). 

2.2 The Association shall maintain tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. 

ARTICLE III - MEMBERSHIP 

3.1 Membership shall be open to all youth participants, parents, guardians, coaches, and volunteers who meet eligibility requirements and abide by the Association’s Code of Conduct. 

3.2 Members are required to pay any applicable registration fees and submit necessary documentation for participation. 

3.3 The Association does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or disability. 

ARTICLE IV - BOARD OF DIRECTORS 

4.1 The governing body of the Association shall be a Board of Directors, consisting of the President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and other designated officers. 

4.2 The Board shall establish policies, oversee financial matters, and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. 

4.3 President: Shall preside over meetings, represent the Association, and oversee all operations, and ensure coaches adhere to league policies. 

4.4 Vice President: Shall assist the President and act in their absence, as well as oversee the general operations of the Association.

4.5 Secretary: Shall maintain meeting minutes, records, and official documents, and ensure proper communication among Board members and the Association. 

4.6 Treasurer: Shall manage financial records, collect fees, prepare financial reports, and ensure compliance with financial regulations. 

4.7 Sponsorship Chair: Shall be responsible for securing sponsorships and fundraising partnerships to support the Association’s programs and events. 

4.8 Team Coordinator: Shall oversee team organization, communication between teams and the Board. 

4.9 Field Coordinator: Shall manage field scheduling, equipment distribution, and ensure proper setup and takedown for games and practices. 

4.10 Cheer Coordinator: Shall oversee the cheerleading program, including coach selection, team organization, and uniform distribution. 

4.11 Youth/High School Liaison: Shall serve as the point of contact between the Association and local high school football and cheer programs, ensuring alignment and collaboration. 

4.12 County Representative: Shall serve as the liaison between the Association and county-level sports organizations, attending required meetings and ensuring compliance with county regulations. 

4.13 Webmaster: Shall maintain and update the Association’s website. Responsibilities include posting announcements, managing registration links, updating content, coordinating with the Board, and handling basic troubleshooting. 

ARTICLE V - MEETINGS 

5.1 The Board shall hold regular meetings, at least quarterly, with an annual meeting for the general membership. 

5.2 Special meetings may be called by the President or a majority of the Board. 5.3 A quorum shall be defined as a majority of the Board members present. 

ARTICLE VI - FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT 

6.1 The Association shall operate as a nonprofit, with all funds used for the benefit of the organization and its participants.

6.2 Financial records shall be maintained, and an annual budget shall be approved by the Board. 

6.3 No part of the Association’s funds shall benefit any individual member, except for reimbursement of authorized expenses. 

ARTICLE VII - CODE OF CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE 

7.1 All participants, parents, coaches, and volunteers must adhere to the Association’s Code of Conduct. 

7.2 Violations may result in disciplinary action, including suspension or removal, as determined by the Board. 

ARTICLE VIII - SOCIAL MEDIA USAGE 

8.1 All social media pages, accounts, or digital platforms representing GMJFA shall be overseen by the Board of Directors, with at least one Board member designated as an administrator. 

8.2 No social media account, page, or group may be created using the GMJFA name or likeness without Board approval. 

8.3 Posts, comments, or messages must align with the Association’s mission and Code of Conduct. The Board may moderate or remove inappropriate content. 

ARTICLE IX - FUNDRAISING RULES 

9.1 All teams shall participate in full-league fundraisers as determined by the Board. 

9.2 Individual teams may not hold fundraisers that compete with or replicate official Association initiatives. 

9.3 Teams seeking additional fundraising must submit proposals to the Board for approval. 

9.4 All fundraisers must include a post-event financial summary submitted to the Board. ARTICLE X - REGISTRATION AUTHORIZATION AND PARENTAL CONSENT 

10.1 Registration Authorization 

The Green Mountain Junior Football and Cheer Association (GMJFA) requires the consent of only one legal parent or guardian for a minor child to be registered to participate in GMJFA programs, including football, cheerleading, and related events.

10.2 No Requirement for Dual Consent 

GMJFA does not require the signature, acknowledgment, or consent of both parents for a child’s registration. Registration and participation may be completed by one parent or legal guardian acting within their legal rights. 

10.3 Colorado Law Regarding Parental Rights 

In accordance with Colorado law (C.R.S. § 14-10-123.8), both parents in a parenting plan are generally considered to have equal rights to access and make decisions regarding their child’s activities unless otherwise restricted by a court order. GMJFA may request a copy of a parenting plan or custody agreement if a dispute arises; however, the organization will not interpret, enforce, or make judgments based on such documents. It is the responsibility of the registering parent or guardian to ensure compliance with any legal agreements or court orders. 

10.4 Dispute Resolution Between Parents 

GMJFA will not act as an intermediary in parental disagreements. All disputes regarding a child’s registration, participation, or custody/parenting rights must be resolved between the parents or through the appropriate legal channels outside of the organization. GMJFA staff and volunteers are not responsible for mediating or making determinations related to family legal matters. 

10.5 Legal Documents 

If a court order exists that restricts a parent’s right to register a child or requires that a child not be enrolled or be removed from an activity or program, it is the responsibility of the opposing parent to provide GMJFA with a valid, current court order that explicitly states such restrictions. The order must clearly indicate that the child is not to be registered in extracurricular activities or is to be removed from specific programs. Only court orders submitted in writing and reviewed by the GMJFA Board will be honored. GMJFA will not act on hearsay, informal communications, undocumented legal claims, or general parenting plans that do not include clear and specific language related to extracurricular activity restrictions. 

ARTICLE XI - FUNDRAISING RULES 

11.1 All teams within GMJFA shall participate in full-league fundraisers as determined by the Board of Directors. 

11.2 Individual teams are not permitted to hold fundraisers that directly compete with or replicate any fundraising initiatives planned or executed by the Association. 11.3 The league and all teams should have a schedule of fundraisers prepared and communicated to all participants by the start of the season. 

11.4 All proceeds from fundraising activities shall be submitted to the league. Each head coach or designated team manager will be issued a league-authorized debit card to access these funds as needed for team-related expenses. Itemized receipts must be retained and submitted to the league for all debit card transactions.

ARTICLE XII – NON-ADHERENCE TO BYLAWS – CORRECTIVE ACTION PROCESS 

12.1 Verbal Warning 

The individual shall receive a verbal warning from a member of the Executive Board or designated committee. The concern shall be clearly communicated, and the relevant bylaw(s) or policy shall be reviewed. Guidance and support shall be offered to assist in correcting the behavior or action. 

12.2 Written Warning 

If the issue continues or is of a more serious nature, a written warning shall be issued. This warning shall include documentation of the concern, a summary of prior verbal communication (if applicable), identification of the bylaw(s) or policy in question, and an outline of expectations for correction within a specified timeframe. 

12.3 Review and Corrective Action Plan 

If the issue persists, the matter shall be brought before the Executive Board for formal review. The individual shall be given the opportunity to speak on their behalf. If deemed appropriate by majority vote, a written corrective action plan shall be issued. The plan may include specific expectations, timelines, training, mentoring, or other requirements to support improvement. 

12.4 Final Review and Disciplinary Action 

Failure to comply with the corrective action plan, or further violations of the bylaws or policies, shall result in a final review by the Executive Board. Following review, and by majority vote, disciplinary action may be taken, up to and including removal from their role within the organization. 

12.5 Immediate Action in Serious Cases 

In cases involving safety concerns, harassment, abuse, or conduct that significantly compromises the integrity of the program, the Executive Board reserves the right to bypass one or more steps and proceed directly to final review and possible immediate removal. 

ARTICLE XIII - AMENDMENTS 

13.1 These bylaws may be amended by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of the Board at a properly noticed meeting. 

13.2 Proposed amendments must be presented in writing and provided to members at least 14 days prior to voting, unless emergency vote is needed.

ARTICLE XIV - DISSOLUTION 

14.1 In the event of dissolution, all remaining assets shall be distributed to a nonprofit youth sports organization, in accordance with IRS regulations. 

Adopted this 11th day of June, 2025, by the Board of Directors of the Green Mountain Junior Football Association. 

ADDITIONAL OPERATING GUIDELINES 

Website Oversight 

The GMJFA Board of Directors is charged with protecting the integrity, security, and accessibility of the official website. No changes, additions, or representations may be made on behalf of GMJFA without prior Board approval. 

TEAMS 

Teams consist of players within a grade level who are eligible under JYFA Rules & Bylaws. 

COACHES 

Head Coaches are appointed by the Area President and are responsible for their team’s operations, including staff behavior. 

● May select up to 5 Assistant Coaches. 

● Must ensure all team staff pass a Background Check and complete coach’s training. 

● Responsible for reporting game scores to JYFA by end-of-day. 

TEAM MANAGER 

Elected annually, the Team Manager serves as the liaison between the team and GMJFA.

● First point of contact for parent/player concerns. 

● Manages volunteers for game-day duties (chains, play count, etc.). ● Helps enforce the Parents Code of Ethics. 

● Should be familiar with GMJFA and JYFA rules. 

TEAM MOM 

Recommended for logistical support. Responsibilities may include: ● Parent communication 

● Game schedules & directions 

● Snacks & drinks 

● Picture day & jersey organization 

● Fundraisers & year-end events 

● Attendance at GMJFA’s Team Mom meeting 

PLAYER REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS 

Accepted February–August via online, or in-person events. A player is not eligible until all of the following are submitted: 

1. Registration Form & Fee 

2. School Transcript (grade verification) 

3. Physical Exam (dated Dec. of previous year or later) 

4. Proof of Residency (utility or phone bill) 

5. Signed Parents Code of Ethics

Returning players remain on their team unless they request the draft. Coaches may not recruit existing JYFA players. 

BLIND DRAFT 

New players or those requesting a change enter the Blind Draft. 

● Draft Cards include only grade and "Patch/Non-patch" status. 

● D-I Draft is held before D-II. 

If enough players exist to form a new team, GMJFA will reach out to returning players for draft participation. 

PLAYER EQUIPMENT 

Uniforms are ordered through our third-party vendor, Destination Athlete. Please note that the cost of uniforms is not included in registration and must be paid separately by the parent or guardian. 

Uniform styles are selected and approved by the league. Fittings will take place during the summer to ensure delivery before the fall season. 

Helmets must be black. 

Players are required to provide the following equipment: 

● Black helmet 

● Chin strap 

● Shoulder pads 

● Mouth guard 

● Non-metal cleats 

● Game pants (as specified by the team) 

FOOTBALL CAMPS

GMJFA, in collaboration with Green Mountain High School, offers a summer football camp and off-season weightlifting opportunities. 

● Separate registration and fee are required. 

● Camp is non-contact for players in 6th grade and under. 

● Older players may participate in light-contact drills. 

WEIGH-INS 

Weigh-ins are conducted in coordination with other league areas and apply to grades 2–5. 

● Players must line up alphabetically by last name, in roster order. ● Parents are not allowed in the weigh-in area. 

Patch weight limits by grade: 

● 2nd Grade: 75 lbs 

● 3rd Grade: 85 lbs 

● 4th Grade: 95 lbs 

● 5th Grade: 105 lbs 

● 6th Grade & up: No weight limit 

TEAM SPONSORSHIPS 

All teams are encouraged to secure sponsors to help offset costs. The GMJFA Sponsorship Form is available under the “Documents” section on the website. 

WEBSITE, SOCIAL MEDIA & EVENTS

Stay connected and informed! 

Visit us at: 

● �� gmjfa.net 

● �� facebook.com/gmjfa 

● �� Instagram: @green_mountain_jr_football 

CONTACT INFORMATION 

Questions or concerns? Reach out to: 

● Your Head Coach or Team Manager 

● Individual Board Members (listed on the website) ● Or email: �� bod@gmjfa.net 

Mailing Address: 

GMJFA 

P.O. Box 150310 

Lakewood, CO 80215

GMJFA Code of Conduct
Green Mountain Junior Football (GMJFA) is committed to providing a safe, positive, competitive,
and respectful environment for all athletes and families participating in our program.
All Head Coaches, Assistant Coaches, Team Managers, Team Parents, trainers, and any other
individual officially rostered or approved to serve in a team leadership or sideline capacity are
representatives of GMJFA and are expected to conduct themselves accordingly.
Participation in a coaching, management, or other rostered position is a privilege, not a right. By
accepting a position with GMJFA, each individual agrees to abide by this Code of Conduct, all
GMJFA Bylaws, policies, procedures, and directives, as well as all applicable rules and
requirements of the governing league.
1. Compliance with GMJFA Bylaws and League Rules
All rostered coaches and team personnel shall:
● Read, understand, and comply with all current GMJFA Bylaws, policies, procedures, and
Codes of Conduct.
● Comply with all applicable rules, policies, and directives established by the governing
league.
● Follow all requirements related to player eligibility, playing time, team formation,
practices, games, fundraising, communication, social media, safety, equipment, and
other league operations.
● Follow all lawful and reasonable directives issued by the GMJFA Executive Board or
other authorized GMJFA leadership.
● Refrain from intentionally circumventing, manipulating, disregarding, or encouraging
others to disregard GMJFA or league rules.
Disagreement with a rule, policy, Board decision, or league directive does not relieve any
individual of the responsibility to follow it.
2. Head Coach Responsibility
The Head Coach is the primary leader of the team and is responsible for establishing and
maintaining the standards of conduct expected by GMJFA.
Head Coaches are responsible for the conduct and behavior of their Assistant Coaches and
other rostered team personnel.
Head Coaches are expected to:
● Clearly communicate GMJFA expectations to their coaching staff.

● Ensure Assistant Coaches and other team personnel understand and comply with
GMJFA Bylaws, policies, league rules, and this Code of Conduct.
● Address inappropriate behavior by members of their coaching staff promptly.
● Maintain appropriate control of their sideline, practices, team activities, and coaching
staff.
● Immediately bring serious conduct, safety, or rules violations to the attention of GMJFA
leadership.
● Cooperate fully with GMJFA leadership regarding complaints, investigations, disciplinary
matters, or other league business.
A Head Coach's failure to appropriately address repeated or serious misconduct by members of
their coaching staff may itself constitute a violation of this Code of Conduct.
3. Conduct Toward Athletes
All rostered personnel shall remember that GMJFA exists for the benefit and development of
youth athletes.
Coaches and team leaders shall:
● Treat every athlete with dignity and respect.
● Place the physical and emotional well-being of athletes ahead of personal interests or
the desire to win.
● Coach without intimidation, humiliation, bullying, harassment, or degrading treatment.
● Never use derogatory, discriminatory, threatening, sexually inappropriate, or abusive
language toward or around athletes.
● Never use physical punishment or inappropriate physical contact.
● Avoid favoritism, retaliation, or treatment intended to embarrass or isolate an athlete.
● Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, accountability, discipline, and respect.
● Recognize that coaches are trusted adults and role models whose words and actions
can have a significant impact on young athletes.
Profanity directed at an athlete, name-calling, degrading comments, or language intended to
humiliate or demean a child will not be tolerated.
4. Sportsmanship and Professional Conduct
All rostered personnel are expected to represent GMJFA professionally at practices, games,
league events, meetings, community events, and whenever acting or communicating in their
GMJFA capacity.
Coaches and team personnel shall:
● Treat players, parents, opposing teams, coaches, officials, volunteers, Board members,
school personnel, and league representatives with respect.

● Demonstrate appropriate sportsmanship regardless of the outcome of a game or
disagreement with a decision.
● Refrain from threatening, intimidating, harassing, bullying, or verbally abusing another
individual.
● Refrain from fighting, attempting to provoke a physical confrontation, or encouraging
others to engage in confrontational behavior.
● Refrain from excessive or abusive arguing with officials.
● Never encourage athletes or parents to disrespect opponents, officials, coaches, or other
organizations.
● Maintain appropriate self-control at all times.
Concerns regarding officiating, league decisions, other organizations, or GMJFA leadership
shall be addressed through the appropriate channels rather than through public confrontations
or inappropriate communications.
5. Conduct Regarding Other Coaches, Programs, and Organizations
GMJFA representatives shall conduct themselves in a manner that protects the integrity and
reputation of the organization.
Rostered personnel shall not engage in:
● Publicly disparaging or making abusive or degrading statements regarding GMJFA, its
Board, another GMJFA team, another youth organization, a school, coach, administrator,
official, athlete, or volunteer.
● Harassment or targeted personal attacks through text messages, email, social media,
group chats, or other forms of communication.
● Conduct that creates unnecessary hostility between teams, programs, schools, or
organizations.
● Retaliation against any individual who raises a concern or reports a potential violation in
good faith.
● Behavior that GMJFA reasonably determines is detrimental to the organization, its
athletes, its reputation, or the youth sports environment.
Constructive disagreement and appropriate criticism are permitted. Personal attacks, abusive
behavior, threats, harassment, and conduct detrimental to the organization are not.
6. Social Media and Electronic Communication
Coaches and rostered personnel shall use appropriate judgment when communicating
electronically or using social media.
Individuals shall not:
● Post confidential or sensitive information concerning athletes or families.

● Use social media to attack, ridicule, harass, or demean athletes, parents, coaches,
officials, Board members, other programs, or league representatives.
● Engage in online arguments that reflect negatively upon GMJFA.
● Post content while representing GMJFA that is discriminatory, threatening, sexually
inappropriate, abusive, or otherwise inconsistent with the standards expected of adults
working with youth athletes.
Private messages, group chats, texts, and other electronic communications may be considered
when evaluating conduct if they involve GMJFA participants, league business, or an individual's
role as a GMJFA representative.
7. Integrity and Compliance
All rostered personnel are expected to act honestly and in the best interests of GMJFA and its
athletes.
No coach or team representative shall intentionally:
● Falsify rosters, records, eligibility information, fundraising records, or other league
documentation.
● Manipulate rules to obtain an unfair advantage.
● Conceal known violations of player eligibility or safety requirements.
● Misuse GMJFA funds, equipment, property, accounts, logos, social media platforms, or
other resources.
● Conduct unauthorized fundraising or use the GMJFA name for personal financial benefit.
● Represent that they have authority to act on behalf of GMJFA when such authority has
not been granted.
8. Safety and Required Credentials
All coaches and rostered personnel must satisfy all background checks, certifications, training
requirements, and other eligibility requirements established by GMJFA or its governing league
before participating in activities requiring those credentials.
Coaches shall follow all applicable concussion, injury, emergency, equipment, weather, and
athlete-safety protocols.
Any adult who becomes aware of an immediate threat to an athlete's safety shall take
reasonable steps to protect the athlete and promptly report the matter through the appropriate
channels.
9. Appointment of Coaches and Team Personnel
All coaching and rostered leadership positions are subject to approval by GMJFA.

The appointment of a Head Coach does not create a guaranteed or continuing right to serve as
a Head Coach in future seasons.
Assistant Coaches, Team Managers, and other rostered team personnel are likewise subject to
GMJFA approval and must satisfy all applicable requirements before participating in an official
capacity.
GMJFA reserves the right to approve, deny, limit, condition, suspend, or revoke an individual's
participation in a coaching or rostered leadership position when GMJFA determines such action
is in the best interests of the organization or its participants.
10. Suspension and Removal Authority
Participation in GMJFA, whether as a Head Coach, Assistant Coach, Team Manager, staff
member, volunteer, rostered adult, or player, is contingent upon continued compliance with
GMJFA Bylaws, policies, Codes of Conduct, league rules, and the standards of behavior
expected by the organization.
The GMJFA Board of Directors retains the authority to discipline, suspend, restrict, or remove
any individual participating in the GMJFA program.
Disciplinary action may include, but is not limited to:
● Verbal or written warning
● Corrective action or additional training
● Probation
● Suspension from practices, games, events, or other GMJFA activities
● Removal from a coaching or team position
● Removal from a team roster
● Removal from the GMJFA program
● Ineligibility for future coaching, staff, volunteer, or rostered positions
GMJFA is not required to follow progressive discipline when the nature or severity of the
conduct warrants immediate action.
Pattern or Excessive Misconduct
When an individual's behavior demonstrates a repeated pattern of misconduct, becomes
excessive, creates continued disruption within the program, or is otherwise determined to be
detrimental to GMJFA, its athletes, families, teams, volunteers, reputation, or overall culture, a
formal vote of the Board of Directors shall not be required for removal.
In such circumstances, the GMJFA President/Area Director reserves the authority to make the
sole and final decision to immediately suspend or remove an individual from the program.

This authority applies to any individual participating in or representing GMJFA, including, but not
limited to:
● Head Coaches
● Assistant Coaches
● Team Managers
● Team staff or other rostered adults
● Volunteers
● Players
A pattern of misconduct does not require that each incident involve the same behavior,
individual, team, or specific rule violation. GMJFA may consider the individual's conduct as a
whole, including prior warnings, complaints, disciplinary issues, violations of GMJFA or league
rules, inappropriate interactions, failure to follow directives, disruption to the organization, or
other documented concerns.
The President/Area Director may exercise this authority when, in their judgment, continued
participation by the individual is no longer in the best interests of GMJFA or its participants.
Nothing in this section requires GMJFA, the Board of Directors, or the President/Area Director to
wait for additional incidents once a pattern of behavior has been established.
Serious Misconduct
Nothing in this section prevents the President/Area Director or GMJFA Board from immediately
suspending an individual while a serious allegation or safety concern is reviewed.
Conduct involving athlete safety, threats, violence, harassment, discrimination, abuse,
retaliation, serious violations of league rules, or other conduct that presents a significant risk to
GMJFA or its participants may result in immediate suspension or removal regardless of whether
a prior pattern of misconduct exists.
Head Coach Accountability
Head Coaches remain responsible for the conduct of their Assistant Coaches and rostered team
staff.
Repeated misconduct by members of a coaching staff, particularly when the Head Coach knew
or reasonably should have known of the conduct and failed to appropriately address it, may be
considered when determining whether the Head Coach should remain in their position.
The appointment of any coach, staff member, volunteer, or other rostered adult does not create
a guaranteed right to continue serving in that position. Likewise, participation as a player is
conditioned upon compliance with applicable GMJFA and league rules and Codes of Conduct.

12. Standard of Representation
Coaches and team leaders should remember that their conduct reflects not only upon
themselves, but upon their athletes, team, families, and GMJFA as a whole.
The standard is simple:
Put the kids first. Follow the rules. Treat people with respect. Represent GMJFA with
integrity.

Adopted this 11th day of June, 2025, by the Board of Directors of the Green Mountain Junior
Football Association.