About
Forest Lake Youth Football League is a football program for students in 2nd through 8th grade. There are no tryouts for 2nd-8th grade, and 6th-8th grade players have a skill-level evaluation camp with no player cuts. Players in 4th-6th grade play in the Forest Lake Youth Association league, while 2nd, 3rd, 7th, and 8th grade players participate in the Gopher State Football League.
Programs
- Forest Lake Youth Football League — 2nd through 8th grade; open to any student in the Forest Lake District from 2nd - 8th grade · Unpadded practices begin August 3rd for 2026; practices vary by team; first week of practice begins in August
At a glance
- Ages: 7–14 years old
- General schedule: 4th-6th grade play in the Forest Lake Youth Association league; 2nd, 3rd, 7th and 8th grade participate in the Gopher State Football League. There are no try outs for 2nd-8th grade. 6th-8th grade players have a skill-level evaluation camp; no player cuts are made.
About the provider
The program’s mission is to provide a higher level of resources to players, parents, and coaches involved in football from 2nd through 8th grade. It also includes partnership and mentorship from Forest Lake High School players and coaches.
Clear visors are allowed. Smoked, mirrored, or any color enhanced visors are not allowed. Drones are absolutely not allowed at games. Practices vary by team and are determined by the coach. No player cuts are made. Parents are not allowed to watch evaluations. You may not request to be on a specific team; team rosters are final.
Last updated November 4, 2026.
Is this your business? There is no cost, but you will be asked to sign up or log in.