PRACTICE
Practice schedule for all ages Cheer and Football. Most practices will take place at the Olive Branch City Park however some coaches may hold practices at other city parks or local church facilities. Practices are generally held Monday,Tuesday, and Thursday any time from 5:30-8 Coaches are volunteers and set their own schedules. Practice times and dates are determined by your coach and you will receive those practice schedules once the draft is complete and you are placed on a team. Most coaches hold 3 practices a week weather permitting and some may go to two practices once gameplay begins. Practices for the upcoming 2026 season will begin August 3rd.
GAMES
Games for 2026 will begin on September 12th and will run through November 21st. All regular season games will take place at the Olive Branch City Park. Showcase, Playoff, and Super Bowl games will take place at one of our local High Schools. All games will be scheduled for Saturday morning and early afternoon weather permitting. Make up game dates TBD. All games held outside of the park will have a five dollar gate entry fee. Game schedule for 2026 TBD
REGISTRATION/FITTINGS
Registration fees for Cheer will cover uniform cost,trophies,team and individual photos,insurance and field maintenance. Cheer uniforms consist of a premium shell,skirt,bloomers,personalized jacket,bow,and pom poms. Socks and shoes are not provided.
Registration fees for Football will cover uniform cost,trophies for runner up and Super Bowl Champion,team and individual photos,insurance and field maintenance. Football uniforms consist of premium reversible jerseys along with integrated padded pants,socks and helmet decals. Helmets, shoulder pads, practice pants, mouth guard are not provided.
Fittings for 2026 season will take place at the Gatorade Fieldhouse inside the Elevate Facility 1852 Green T Rd East. Hernando, MS. May 2, May 9th, May 16th , and May 30. From 9- NOON
All registration needs to be completed online before attending a fitting.
You may email us for any questions at Desotofcl@gmail.com You can also follow us on Facebook for information and updates @ DeSoto Football and Cheer League.