ABOUT US
Locally, The Kernersville Raiders Organization believes that youth sports is a great opportunity to enhance the lives of future adults by teaching them how to be competitive while at the same time nurturing life skills: being responsible and accountable, focusing on teamwork, setting and meeting goals, being a leader but knowing how to follow, reaching their full potential, and developing character and integrity.
MISSION STATEMENT The mission of American Youth Football & Cheer, Inc. is to enable children to benefit from participation in team sports and activities in a safe and structured environment. Through this active participation, American Youth Football & Cheer Programs teach fundamental values, skills, and knowledge that children will use throughout their lives.
Season typically runs from late July to late October . Preseason practice is from 6:00 p.m. through 8:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday* or Saturday** (*Football Only / ** Cheer Only). Once school starts we practice 3 nights a week from 6:00 p.m. through 8:00 p.m. Some teams may play/compete through early December. This will depend on playoff/competition advancements and Bowl games.
Cheer will compete in at least one competition, but may compete in up to 3 competitions. Cheer season can last up until mid-December.
ABOUT AMERICAN YOUTH FOOTBALL
Mission Statement
American Youth Football, Inc., established in 1996, is an international youth football organization established to promote the wholesome development of youth through their association with adult leaders in the sport of American football. Rules and regulations are established to ensure that players play in an atmosphere of safety with a competitive balance between teams. American Youth Football is on a mission to GIVE BACK to the community.
AYF is one of the largest membership organizations dedicated to TEACHING YOUTH through positive role models. Emphasis is on learning, playing, and enjoying the sport while instilling high moral standards by stressing the importance of academic achievement and community involvement. Helping kids become leaders and teammates, AYF players will learn to both foster confidence and a sense of self-worth that extend beyond the gridiron and into the school, family and community.
Sportsmanship, teamwork, honesty, responsibility and self-discipline are among the traits needed by youngsters to face the future with positive aspirations and confidence. If we teach them positive lessons, such as playing by the rules, our young athletes will learn to live by the rules.
GoalsTo provide a wholesome competitiveness within the scope of our rules and regulations that will protect the youth football player and cheerleader.
To teach the fundamentals of football and cheerleading and coordinate football and cheer activities.
To provide a responsible football and cheerleading program for communities which do not have programs through the school system.
To promote good sportsmanship, teamwork, the highest moral and physical standards, as well as the importance of scholarship and academic achievement.
To lend teams/associations/conferences support by remaining NON-INTRUSIVE to local operations.
To make youth football and cheer ALL-INCLUSIVE, by not excluding participants based on superficial factors (such as weight, financial or athletic ability).
To provide programs for special needs, at-risk and anti-gang groups, as well as the international football community.
To be the most user-friendly youth sports organization in the world by assisting organizations, administrators and volunteers and keeping paperwork to a minimum.
BeliefsAYF members share a common belief--- that is each of us can make a difference where we live and how we live. AYF and its members believe that ALL kids deserve equal opportunities, special attention and respect. AYF welcomes everyone, regardless of financial capabilities, location or participation, and pledges to support youth football and to do its best to help build stronger communities.
AYF's philosophy is to allow local members to govern themselves while remaining non-intrusive, since each community is unique and requires the flexibility to do what is best for kids, parents, coaches, and community. While there are strict standards for membership and participation in AYF and AYC – the community is responsible for setting its own by-laws which may vary according to competitive intentions, climate, participation, school hours, field availability, liability etc…
Scholastics
AYF is committed to promoting the importance of education and scholastic achievement to all members through its entire programAll participants must have passing grades in order to participate. AYF has several academic programs, from tutoring to essay contests and scholarship awards. AYF annually celebrate the nations’ top scholar athletes. View our Academic All Americans (link to annual awards section).
About American Youth Football (AYF):AYF is an independent 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation that provides support services, training, scholarships, grants, community programs and tournaments to over one million members in 50 states and several countries worldwide. AYF is committed to giving back, and since its inception in 1996, has donated over $15 million dollars in grants and athletic products to communities that support youth football. AYF was the first national organization to offer all-inclusive football divisions, enabling every child an opportunity to play. For more information visit www.americanyouthfootball.com
Mission Statement
American Youth Football, Inc., established in 1996, is an international youth football organization established to promote the wholesome development of youth through their association with adult leaders in the sport of American football. Rules and regulations are established to ensure that players play in an atmosphere of safety with a competitive balance between teams. American Youth Football is on a mission to GIVE BACK to the community.
AYF is one of the largest membership organizations dedicated to TEACHING YOUTH through positive role models. Emphasis is on learning, playing, and enjoying the sport while instilling high moral standards by stressing the importance of academic achievement and community involvement. Helping kids become leaders and teammates, AYF players will learn to both foster confidence and a sense of self-worth that extend beyond the gridiron and into the school, family and community.
Sportsmanship, teamwork, honesty, responsibility and self-discipline are among the traits needed by youngsters to face the future with positive aspirations and confidence. If we teach them positive lessons, such as playing by the rules, our young athletes will learn to live by the rules.
GoalsTo provide a wholesome competitiveness within the scope of our rules and regulations that will protect the youth football player and cheerleader.
To teach the fundamentals of football and cheerleading and coordinate football and cheer activities.
To provide a responsible football and cheerleading program for communities which do not have programs through the school system.
To promote good sportsmanship, teamwork, the highest moral and physical standards, as well as the importance of scholarship and academic achievement.
To lend teams/associations/conferences support by remaining NON-INTRUSIVE to local operations.
To make youth football and cheer ALL-INCLUSIVE, by not excluding participants based on superficial factors (such as weight, financial or athletic ability).
To provide programs for special needs, at-risk and anti-gang groups, as well as the international football community.
To be the most user-friendly youth sports organization in the world by assisting organizations, administrators and volunteers and keeping paperwork to a minimum.
BeliefsAYF members share a common belief--- that is each of us can make a difference where we live and how we live. AYF and its members believe that ALL kids deserve equal opportunities, special attention and respect. AYF welcomes everyone, regardless of financial capabilities, location or participation, and pledges to support youth football and to do its best to help build stronger communities.
AYF's philosophy is to allow local members to govern themselves while remaining non-intrusive, since each community is unique and requires the flexibility to do what is best for kids, parents, coaches, and community. While there are strict standards for membership and participation in AYF and AYC – the community is responsible for setting its own by-laws which may vary according to competitive intentions, climate, participation, school hours, field availability, liability etc…
Scholastics
AYF is committed to promoting the importance of education and scholastic achievement to all members through its entire programAll participants must have passing grades in order to participate. AYF has several academic programs, from tutoring to essay contests and scholarship awards. AYF annually celebrate the nations’ top scholar athletes. View our Academic All Americans (link to annual awards section).
About American Youth Football (AYF):AYF is an independent 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation that provides support services, training, scholarships, grants, community programs and tournaments to over one million members in 50 states and several countries worldwide. AYF is committed to giving back, and since its inception in 1996, has donated over $15 million dollars in grants and athletic products to communities that support youth football. AYF was the first national organization to offer all-inclusive football divisions, enabling every child an opportunity to play. For more information visit www.americanyouthfootball.com
2024 Board of Directors
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Antwon Thomas
President
Email: steelerboy30@gmail.com
Phone: 336-772-1950
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Derek Sheets
Vice President
Email: KVRfootballandcheer@gmail.com
Phone: 336-310-9061
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Courtney Worthy
Secretary / Registration
Email: KVRfootballandcheer@gmail.com
Phone: 336-310-9061
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Bryce Worthy
Football Athletic Director
Email: b.alexworthy@gmail.com
Phone: 980-413-6608
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Angel Sheets
Cheer Athletic Director
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Kim Thomas
Fundraising Director
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Tiffany Williams Gwyn
Public Relations Director
Email: pr@kernersvilleraiders.orgPhone: (336) 310-9138
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Sierra Reaves
Promotions Director
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Shawna Tshboyi
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Equipment Director
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Bill Sweet
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DJ Sweet
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