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Zachary Junior Broncos Elite Football Organization is thrilled to express our gratitude to everyone who contributed to this incredible season! A big shoutout to our amazing team, dedicated staff, supportive parents, and enthusiastic supporters – thank you! We're eagerly anticipating the upcoming season and envision even greater success with our talented young athletes.

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 Zachary Junior Broncos Elite Football 

Please read & fill out this form. If not filled completely it could delay your childs registration.

 

RALPH WALKER, JR. –PRESIDENT/HEAD COACH

EMAIL: zjbfootball@gmail.com   |  WEBSITE: zjbroncos.com   |  TELEPHONE: (504)234-3095

 

Welcome to the 2025 Football Season. Zachary Junior Broncos Elite (ZJBE) program is dedicated to fostering the mental and physical development of the children in our program. We are looking forward to great season!

 

Zachary Junior Broncos Elite (ZJBE) is a non-profit organization that does not discriminate based on color, nationality, orientation, disability, religion, social economic status, or race. We offer every child the same opportunity to play in a competitive football League.

 

ZJBE competes within the Youth High School Football Preparatory League of Louisiana. Players range from the ages of 5 to 13 years old.

 

Please see the teams and ages below:

***Placement is determined by the participant’s date of birth.

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION

A check list is provided below:

 

• Registration Form

• Valid LA State ID – Due July 9, 2025

• LHSAA Physical completed by a Licensed Physician (Due no later than July 9, 2025)

• Media Release

• Wavier of Liability

 

Registration Fee:

The Football registration fee for the year 2025 is $ 275.00 per child, when players are registered no later than May 30, 2025. Any registrations after this date are considered late and may have additional fees. For any additional children of the same immediate family, the registration fee will be reduced by $20.00 per additional child.

Only cash or money orders will be accepted for late registration.

 

 

 

 

NOTICE:

*By registering your child with ZJBE you acknowledge all required compliance rules and regulations.

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In the event the football season be cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control—such as severe weather, natural disasters, public health emergencies, or government restrictions—please note that refunds will not be issued.

 

Early Registration: Special pricing announced for specific time frames. Pricing only available as stated. Outside of discounted offers, the regular registration is owed.

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All fees are non-refundable. We gladly accept cashier checks, money orders, cash and payments via Zelle and PayPal (www.paypal.com). Check and money order payments shall be made payable to Zachary Junior Broncos Elite.

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The registration payment includes:

• Uniform

• Game Day Undershirt

• Insurance
   

Parents are responsible for acquiring a valid Louisiana State ID, practice jerseys, supplying shoulder pads, a mouth piece, a white helmet with white facemask (logos will be applied by coaching staff), white practice pants with integrated pads and cleats.

 

**LA State IDs require at least two forms of identification verification (i.e. social security card, school IDs, passport,
certified birth certificate, health insurance card, etc.). Please check with you local Office of Motor Vehicles for a complete list of accepted forms.

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Please see the practice jersey required below (all numbers should be Columbia Blue- numbers are optional):

A Team – White  |   B Team – Black   |   C Team – Red   |   D Team – White

 

Practice jerseys can be purchased from Redstick Sports. The store is located in Baton Rouge, LA.

 

During the summer, there may be Saturday practices; otherwise practices will be held three days per week during the school year. On weeks when there is no school, or a holiday, practice will be at the coach’s discretion. Practices will be held at Flanacher Park, Zachary, LA.

 

The Head Coach will be responsible for notifying the ZJBE Board and all parents of starting times and/or any changes. Unexcused absences from practices will have a negative impact on playing times.

 

It is required that a parent or guardian be at every practice and game for the entire duration. ZJBE will not be responsible for children left unattended before or after practices and games. Parental Supervision is required.

 

Prior to the official start date of practice, Skills/Conditioning training may be available for all registered players. Skills Training will be held periodically, and registered players will be notified.

 

***The first day for full pads will be July 21, 2025***

Game Day:

Schedules for the upcoming season will be distributed and available via the ZJBE website (www.zjbroncos.com).
Please note all home games will be played at Zachary High School.

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Concession:

Team Liaisons will have the schedule with the time, dates, and the volunteer assignments. All concession volunteers need to be at least 16 years of age. All food handlers will be required to use gloves which will be provided by ZJBE organization. Reminders will be sent out prior to each assignment date.

 

Tobacco/Alcohol:

Any parent or guardian caught with tobacco and/or alcohol during Youth High School Football Preparatory League of Louisiana events, games, or practices will be asked to leave the premises with a possible game suspension of their child.

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• We encourage healthy behavior in our players and ask that all parents and guardians lead by example. Any child caught with tobacco and/or alcohol will receive a minimum mandatory one game suspension and possible removal from the Zachary Junior Broncos Elite Football Organization.

 

Dismissal/Complaints:

If at any time a Head Coach or Board Member feels a child is in danger or disregarding the team rules and regulations, it can be recommended to the Executive Board that the child be dismissed. The decision will be formal and will be decided with a formal hearing. Both sides will be in attendance during this process and a non-biased mediator will preside over the hearing. Once a decision is made, it will be FINAL. If a player is dismissed, no refunds will be given.

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• ** Everyone who is part of The Zachary Junior Broncos Elite organization is expected to behave in a professional manner at all times. Child (ren), parents, guardian(s) or affiliate(s) who cannot control their temper, comments, behavior, or actions will be dismissed at the sole discretion of the board after an appropriate hearing. If found in violation, these individuals will be dropped from the roster with no further obligation, liability, or consideration. Formal complaints must be submitted in writing or emailed to the president within 3 days of the aforementioned incident.

 

ETHICS AND CODE OF CONDUCT

 

Football should be a fun and rewarding time for the players, parents, coaches, officials, and fans. Through football, Zachary Junior Broncos Elite League seeks to enhance the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of every child that takes part in this organization. It is the league’s goal that every player will be a better citizen, and have a greater chance for success in their future endeavors, as a result of their Little League experience.

 

In keeping with this philosophy, the following Code of Conduct has been adopted to promote fairness, teamwork, trust, sportsmanship, responsibility, respect, and discipline of our players, coaches, parents, and fans.

 

• To place the emotional and physical wellbeing of all players ahead of personal desires to win

• To encourage and support all efforts of players on and off the field

• To emphasize good sportsmanship at all times

• To respect all individuals including coaches, officials, parents, and players

• To refrain from unnecessary rudeness, foul language and acts of cruelty at all times

• To instill courtesy, friendliness and kindness in our youth

• To be a team player

• To emphasize that all efforts lead to achievement and respect

• To try their best at all times

 

Fans/Parents:

• Be a positive role model at all times through your actions and words

• Be a supportive Fan or Parent by showing respect at all times for coaches, players and fellow fans

• Be mindful and respectful of the coaching staff by not interfering with the coaching staff’s instructions before, during, or after a game

• Maintain a professional decorum and understand that everyone makes mistakes and give all the chance to correct those mistakes

• To teach their child they have a responsibility to learn and try their best

• Refrain from rudeness, foul language, belittling and acts of cruelty at all times
   

 

FUNDRAISERS AND PARENTAL /GUARDIAN PARTICIPATION

 

All parents are required to participate/volunteer in ZJBF events. If a parent or designee to represent the player is not available to volunteer for events or simply may chose to remain idle, penalties will be assessed as stated in these guidelines. A parent or guardian may opt out of volunteer duties by paying a $100.00 fee.

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Participation and fundraisers guidelines are listed below for your review. The penalty and payment options are included:

 

Fundraiser(s):

A fundraiser will be held during the 2025 Football Season. All players are required to participate. All requirements must be met to receive your uniform.

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Required Participation/Bronco Hours:

In addition to fundraiser(s), all parents and guardians are asked to participate in helping during the football season. Each family is asked to select (2) voluntary slots, one to two hours in length, to assist with selling of refreshments at the concession stands or assisting on the field by working the chains.

 

ZJBE PLAYING TIME POLICY

 

Zachary Junior Broncos Elite is a member of the Youth High School Football Preparatory League of Louisiana. This is a competitive league and playing time is not guaranteed. Players are assessed during skills training, practice and games to help determine positions, skill set, and knowledge of the game.

 

The coaching staff will make the determination on which players play in each game, the length of playing time, and the position.

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PAYMENT DOES NOT GUARANTEE PLAYING TIME.

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