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Blackstone Valley Youth Football and Cheerleading is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to serving children in Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts since 2007. Our Conference provides a safe, supportive environment where young athletes ages 5 to 15 can learn football, cheerleading, and the values of teamwork and sportsmanship—regardless of age, gender, background, skill level, or financial circumstances.

As a proud member of American Youth Football and Cheer (AYF), the largest youth football and cheerleading organization in the world, Blackstone Valley is part of a global network spanning all 50 U.S. states and countries including Canada, Mexico, Israel, and Japan. With over 750,000 participants, 18,000 teams, and 140,000 dedicated coaches and administrators, AYF continues to grow by at least 15% each year, shaping the future of youth athletics worldwide.