“It’s not whether you get knocked down; it’s whether you get up.” — Vince Lombardi

Tackle Football and Cheer Registration is now open for the 2026 season.

$100.00 FOR TACKLE FOOTBALL

$125.00 FOR CHEERLEADERING

Register on the link above under Portland Steelers Sports Connect.

TO KEEP REGISTRATION COST LOW… FUNDRAISING IS MANDATORY FOR ALL FOOTBALL PLAYERS AND CHEERLEADERS.


2026 Season starTs July 20th.

The first day of practice for tackle Football and fall cheer will be on Monday july 20Th: 5:00pm-7:30 at Knott Park.

The following 4 forms are required to play:

  1. 2025/2026 REPORT CARD (full year for tackle and cheer)

  2. Copy of the athlete’s BIRTH CERTIFICATE

  3. Player Contract signed by parent and player

  4. Physical Fitness and Medical History Form signed by parent and physician. Also known as the doctor’s physical. The physician signature and date must be for the current year.

REqUirEmEnts fOr fOoTbAll:

Football Cleats

Mouthguard

Requirements for cheer:

Cheer shoes

Who are we.

The Portland Steelers are a nonprofit youth football and cheer organization dedicated to developing confident, disciplined, and empowered young leaders through sports, mentorship, and community engagement.

We serve youth from diverse backgrounds by providing a safe, structured, and supportive environment where athletes learn the fundamentals of football and cheer while building character, teamwork, and self-confidence. Our program is about more than winning games — it’s about preparing young people for success in life.

What We Represent.

At Portland Steelers, we represent:

  • Youth Development Over Just Competition

  • We believe sports are a tool to teach life skills such as accountability, respect, resilience, and leadership.

  • Inclusion & Opportunity

  • We are committed to ensuring all youth—regardless of financial circumstances—have access to quality sports programming, mentorship, and positive role models.

  • Community & Family

  • The Portland Steelers are a family. We uplift our athletes, families, coaches, and community by fostering unity, pride, and a sense of belonging.

  • Discipline, Respect & Excellence

  • We hold our athletes and staff to high standards on and off the field, emphasizing sportsmanship, academic responsibility, and personal growth.

  • Preparing the Next Generation

  • Through football, cheer, and mentorship, we help youth build confidence, leadership skills, and a vision for their future.

Our Promise

The Portland Steelers promise to:

  • Put youth safety and well-being first

  • Provide positive coaching and mentorship

  • Promote education, character, and teamwork

  • Create opportunities for growth both on and off the field

 

COME JOIN THE PORTLAND STEELERS FAMILY!