Soccer match for youth
Youth Soccer Kicking Ball
Youth Soccer Kicking Ball
Huddling in a youth soccer match

YOUR HOME FOR YOUTH FOOTBALL & CHEERLEADING

Founded in 1962, Thornton Junior Football League (TJFL) is a youth sports non-profit, focused on football and cheerleading for PreK through 8th grade children. We prioritize fostering a love for the sport while instilling important life skills like teamwork and sportsmanship in a positive environment. We are proud to be the only USA Football Gold Level certified youth organization in the area for 2023-2025!

 

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Important Fall Season Dates

  • In Person Registration: Saturday, June 13th 10:00am - 12:00pm - Thornton Community Center (2211 Eppinger Blvd, Thornton, CO 80229) 
  • In Person Registration: Saturday, June 27th 11:00am - 1:00pm - Prost Brewing Company (351 W 104th Ave Unit A, Northglenn, CO 80234)
  • TJFL Mini Camp & In Person Registration (Returner Deadline): Saturday, July 11th - Time TBD - Trail Winds Turf (13385 Holly St, Thornton, CO 80241)
  • Sports Physicals: Date & Time TBD - TJFL Equipment Shed (1301 Elmwood Lane, Denver, CO 80229)

In person registrations are the only opportunity to discuss payment arrangements and scholarship opportunities. All scholarships are reviewed and approved on a case-by-case basis. 

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Fall 2026 Season - Fall 2026

Kick Off an Exciting Fall Season!

Ready to register your future football stars or cheerleading champions for our electrifying Fall season? Hit the Player Registration button below and get them in the game!

Want to keep the same awesome team as last fall? Returner deadline is July 11th, make sure to register by July 11th to secure your spot!

We will be holding our annual Mini Camp on Saturday July 11th. Join us for an evening of skill building and fun. Register for mini camp and receive a mini camp T-Shirt. 

Remember, the Volunteer button is exclusively for our dedicated coaches. To register an athlete for Fall, use the Player Registration button.

Registration Status:
Open
Early Bird Registration:
Saturday, April 11, 2026 - Sunday, May 31, 2026
Regular Registration:
Monday, June 1, 2026 - Saturday, July 25, 2026
Late Registration:
Sunday, July 26, 2026 - Friday, August 14, 2026
Program Duration:
Monday, August 3, 2026 - Saturday, November 7, 2026
Early Registration Cost:
$75.00 - $175.00
Regular Registration Cost:
$125.00 - $225.00
Late Registration Cost:
$175.00 - $275.00