Football Trophies / Basketball Season

Football trophies will be available for all 2007 participants beginning on Monday November 26th at Penn Wood Middle School' s gym which is located at 7th and Fern Streets in Darby. Trophies will available for all weight classes at 7:00pm every Monday until the end of the year. All football equipment must be turned in prior to receiving your trophy. No trophy will be given to anyone who still has football equipment. NO EXCEPTIONS!!!!!!!!

Also, the Monarchs will be holding tryouts for our 2007/2008 basketball program. If you plan on trying out for the basketball team practice starts a 6:00pm sharp on Monday November 26th. Please note, only 13 kids make the team and it is very competitive. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mr. Barnes at 610-394-0325. Please note, there is a registration fee and all children are required to participate in the basketball fundraiser.

GO MONARCHS..............

Delco Tri County Monarchs Football Team

Monarchs 2007 Team Photo of the Junior Pee Wee & Pee Wee team...

Ground Level Monarch vs C.A.T.S

See Ya... Soloman Zeon takes another kick off the house as Tymir Harmon points were number one to the Monarchs fans.

Teammates Forever.....

Junior Pee Wee teammates Khalil, Godwin, Andres "AJ", & Adam pose for a picture during last week game against the Bensalem Cowboys. The Delco Monarchs Youth Organization, Inc. are more than just sports.

WE ARE NEIGHBORS.. WE ARE COMMUNITIES... WE ARE A FAMILY.... COME JOIN THE FUN...

Field Level - Monarchs vs Cowboys

Jay Harris, Ayub Ferron and Edwin Seals walk of the field after an another tough game. The Bensalem Cowboys defeated the Monarchs 14-7.

Ground Level Monarchs vs Cowboys

Ayub Ferron puts a move on the Cowboy's defender as Jaleel Smith watches.

Week Six Review

Jay Harris on the move and looking for a block against the Cowboys.

COWBOYS AVENGE AN '06 HEARTBREAKER

Yesterday, the Bensalem Cowboys paid there first ever visit to Penn Wood Middle School's Athletic Field aka the Moose and home of the Darby Monarchs. On there minds was nothing but revenge. In last season's contest the Monarchs slipped past the Cowboys with a late 4th quarter touchdown scored by the since departed Eric McClellan. Unfortunately, this year was a different story as the young and inexperienced Monarchs dropped another tough decision. The final score was 14 - 7 but the Cowboys blitzing 3-5-3 defense kept the Monarchs offense off balanced and out of sync all day.

As usual, the Monarch's defense led by Edwin Seals, Jaleel Smith, Jaleel McMillian, Ayub Ferron, and Jay Harris kept the game close. Edwin's interception return for a touchdown was the Monarchs only score and cut the Cowboys lead to 8-7. That's as close as the Monarchs would get as Bensalem's suffocating defense halted every Monarch's offensive possession. There defense was better than advertised Coach Greg indicated after the game. When I was scouting them, I knew that they played a pressure defense. All they want to do is blitz, blitz, and blitz. So, I put some new offensive wrinkles in thinking we could catch them blitzing. It worked momentarily but then they made some adjustments. That's what good teams do. I'm a little disappointed in our performance but the bottom line is we don't practice. Some kids show up and some kids don't. It makes it very hard to get things done when only 10 or 11 kids are present.

Field Level - Monarchs vs Wildcats

After the dust settled, the Monarchs & Wildcats try to locate the ball carrier.

Week Five Review

Five yards and a cloud dust is what Soloman Zeon got at Oak Lane

BAD CALLS DOOM MONARCHS

The Monarchs first ever visit to the Delco League powerhouse the West Oak Lane Wildcats proved to be a very memorable affair. Simmons Recreation Center aka the "Dust Bowl" was the scene of the crime. Up first were the Junior Pee Wee team. Under sized and out weighed by about 15 pounds per kid, the Monarchs played the game of there lives. Trailing 7-0 at halftime, the Monarchs wishbone offense got things going early and often in the second half. The offense lead by Solomon Zeon, Jordan Smith, Shawn Newman, and Godwin Dickar scored there first touchdown of the year to cut the Wildcats lead to 7-6. Oak Lane answered midway in the fourth quarter with another touchdown despite the efforts of Andres "AJ" Perez and Nyile Baker on defense. Solomon Zeon score his second touchdown of the afternoon to trim the lead to 13-12. The Monarchs missed the extra point which would have tied the game because the referees failed clear the area behind the end zone where the Wildcats midget team and some of there fans had gathered. The noise the fans and the team were making appeared to distract the the young Monarchs. Bottom line, the referee blew the call Coach Jamil stated after the game. According to the PIAA rule book fans are not permitted to stand in the end zone and cheer. That is unsportsmen like conduct. That is a penalty and the down should have been replayed after the end zone was cleared.

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In the night cap, the Monarchs midget team proved why records don't mean anything. The always stingy Monarchs defense led by Jaleel Smith, John Pickens, Ayub Ferron, Tarek Johnson, and Jay Harris limited the undefeated and high powered Oak Lane offense to exactly one touchdown which came late in the fourth quarter. The Wildcats other touchdown came on a controversial fumble by Edwin Seals which came right before halftime. I thought Ed's forward progress was stop and his knee was definitely down prior to the fumble Coach Greg stated after the game. Its just ashamed how the referees cheated us today. I'm not one to complain but the Central PIAA Referee Association is terrible. My kids played hard and I just feel like the game was not decided on the field. We fought to the end, they were not the better team. They just executed when they needed to execute and we didn't excute. Monarchs if your listening, there is a thin line between winning or losing and it happens so fast. And its that thin line between excuting a one play or just playing through the whole game that makes the difference.

Next Saturday, the Monarchs will host the surprising 3-1-1 Bensalem Cowboys. Game time is set for 2pm at "The Moose". This game should be a very interesting contest Coach Greg said. I know Coach Wayne and his kids are out for revenge after the Monarchs slipped past the Cowboys 14-13 last year with only 15 kids.

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Finally, word around the league is that Coach Alabama from the Eastwick Dynasty Dragons Midget squad called the Monarchs a bunch of "Cry Babies". Hey Alabama, this is Coach Greg. I'm pretty sure our teams won't make the playoffs this year. With that being said, on 10/20/07 , the Monarchs are available for a rematch. This time around bring your scale. FYI, Coach Don has my number but just in case he forgot my number is 215-688-7463. I'll be waiting for your call.

Junior Pee Wee Team Photo 2007

Field Level - Monarchs vs Dragons

Coach Jamil gives instructions to members of the Jr. Pee Wee Team.

Ground Level II - Monarchs vs Dragons

The Monarchs offense line up for another play against the Dragons.
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All game pictures are provided by Mrs. Clarke who is a team mom. Mr. & Mrs. Clarke have two sons on the team Kevin (160lbs) and Khalil (105lbs). Great Job!!!!!!!

Ground Level - Monarchs vs Dragons

E. Seals runs over a helpless Dragon's defender.

Week Four Review

E. Seals looks for running room while A. Ferron & J. McMillian block.

EASTWICK DYNASTY SURPRISE MONARCHS

Yesterday, the Eastwick Dynasty jumped out to a 14-0 lead and held off a late charge by the Monarchs and won 14-13. The Dynasty blocked the extra point attempt by J. McMillian which is worth two points in Delco Pop Warner. When asked why the Monarchs opted to go for two points Coach Greg indicated that he wanted to go for the win instead of a tie. I hate to second guess myself, but I thought we would be able to execute the kick. Our field goal unit has been practicing extra points for a couple weeks now, so it was an easy decision to make.

The Dynasty took there opening possession and drove straight down the field and scored there first ever touchdown at the 160lb weight class. After that, the Monarchs switched to a 5-3 defense and keep the Dynasty offense in check for the rest of the day. In the second half, the Dynasty defense intercepted a pass attempt by Dwayne Harmon and returned it for another score giving the Dynasty a 14-0 lead.

The Monarchs got things going after that. They proceeded to drive 50 yards down the field on there next possession. Dwayne Harmon scored on a quarterback keeper to cut the lead to 14 - 7. Late in the fourth quarter, D. Harmon found Edwin Seals in the flat area. Ed scampered 40 yards for a touchdown to cut the lead to 14-13. The in sueing kickoff sailed out of bounds and the Dynasty ran out the clock.

The game, which was the Dynasty's first ever win in the midget division was marred by an off the field incident which involved the Dynasty's coaches and players taunting the Monarchs bus. When asked about the incident and the Monarchs second straight loss, Coach Greg stated the following. "I take full responsibility for this loss. I put my kids in jeopardy. It is my job too make sure that the opposing team is the proper weight and age. I failed to do that. The Dynasty had kids out there that were excessively and noticeably overweight. I did not realize that the Dynasty wanted to win so bad that they had to cheat. But I'm proud of my kids. They stepped up and did the best job they could do and they almost pulled it off.

Next week, the Monarchs visit the undefeated and league power West Oak Lane Wildcats. Game time is set for 6pm. Its going to be tough. But I know my kids will be ready. They got something that you can't buy in the store and it's called HEART... See you there!!!!

Jay's Auto Supports the Monarchs

"We believe that kids need positive activities says Jay Pugh owner of Jay's Auto in Darby"

The Delco Tri-County Monarchs would like to thank Mr. Pugh for supporting our youth sports program.

Week Three Review

The O-Line, B. Siv & J. McMillian attempt to push the Panthers back.

Midget (160lbs) Football Standing

1. West Oak Lane Wildcats 4-0-0
2. West Philly Panthers 3-1-0
3. Bensalem Cowboys 2-1-1
4. Mt. Airy Bantams 2-1-1
5. Eastwick Dynasty Dragons 1-3-0
6. Upper Darby Trojans 0-2-2
7. Darby Monarchs 0-2-2
8. South Philly Hurricanes 0-2-2

Ground Level - Monarchs vs Trojans

S. Tisdale, K. Clarke J. Pickens, & D. Hairston wait for Trojans.

Delco Pop Warner Cruise

Boom!!!! J. Mitchell introduces himself to the Eastwick Dragons

The Delaware County Youth Athletic Association is sponsoring a midnight cruise on Saturday September 29th on the Spirit of Philadelphia. The cost is thirty-five ($35.00) dollars per ticket. All proceeds benefit the DCYAA League. If anyone is interested, please contact Coach Greg at (215) 688 - 7463.

Week Two Review

Edwin Seals looks for some running room against the Y.A.P Trojans

On a unseasonably hot September afternoon at Beverly Hills Middle School, the Monarchs Midget (160lbs) team took the field after the weigh - in was nixed to due a faulty scale. Both head coaches mutually agreed to play the game and shortly after 3pm the ball was kicked off.

The Monarch offense struggled right out the gate and was held in check for most of the day by the Trojan's defense. Starting quarterback Dwayne Harmon was not in uniform to due disciplinary reasons. He was replaced in the starting line up by John Taylor. The usually powerful Monarchs offense was clearly out of sinc all day and things appeared to take a turn for the worse when starting center Walter Bond left the game in the 3rd quarter due to injury. He was replaced by first year player Tyreese Butcher.

The Monarchs offense, which took the day off, was bailed out by there defense who appeared to "clock in" for work early. The traditionally stingy Monarch's defense registered five interceptions which is a new team record. Interceptions were made by John Taylor, John Pickens, Brian Siv, Ayub Ferron, and Edwin Seals. John Pickens's interception was returned for 50 yards for the Monarch's only touchdown of the day. The game ended when Edwin Seals picked off the Trojans quarterback pass. He nearly returned the interception to the house but was tackled as time expired. Note: according to the Pop Warner Rule Book, there is no overtime in regular season play. Thus, the Monarchs record now stands at 0 - 0- 2.

On Saturday, the Monarchs host the West Philly Panthers at 4pm. The Panthers, who came over from Liberty Pop Warner in 2006, were susprised to find themselves in a dog fight yesterday with the Bensalem Cowboys who are just in there 2nd year of competition with Delco Pop Warner . The final score was 20 - 12 Panthers but the game was not decided until late in the 4th quarter.

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It was another tough day for Coach Jamil and his undersized 105lbs team. The offense sputtered all day and things did not get better after starting quarterback Shawn Newman was knocked out of the game with a rib injury. He was taken to the hospital for precautionary reasons. The X-rays were negative and he should be back in the line up in about two weeks according to the doctor.

Shawn will be replaced in the starting line up by first year player Shyjuan Dickerson who came over from the Darby Township Eagles. Hopefully the offense will find there rhythm next week. As far as last week, according to Coach Jamil, the kids played hard and he was proud of there effort. The Junior Pee Wee (105lbs) team also host the West Philly Panthers on Saturday. Game time is 10am.

The Monarchs Pee Wee (120lbs) team finally saw there first action of the year. First year Coach Rasheed aka "Hot Wings" and company visited the always tough West Philly Panthers. Starting quarterback Joe Zannee and half back Soloman Zeon lead the charge on offense. Unfortunately, it was not enough as the Monarchs dropped a 19 - 6 decision to the Panthers at 57th & Vine Streets. Next Saturday, the Monarchs (120lbs) team host the Eastwick Dynasty Dragons. Game time is 12pm
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Results from around the league

Midgets (160)

Monarchs 6 Trojans 6
Panthers 20 Cowboys 12
Wildcats 32 Hurricanes 0
Bantams 16 Dragons 0

Pee Wee (120)
Panthers 19 Monarchs 6


Junior Pee Wee (105)
Trojans 28 Monarchs 0

Week One Review

The Hurricanes attempt to stop the Monarchs wishbone offense.

The Delco Monarchs aka the Darby Monarchs kicked off the 2007 football season on the road against the South Philly Hurricanes. The junior pee wee's were up first. After a controversial weigh-in were several Hurricane players were deemed ineligible, the Monarchs took the field. It was a rough day for Coach Jamil's little guys. They found themselves on the back end of a 20 -0 score. The offense stalled most of the day with first time quarterback Shawn Newman in charge. The defense played hard but had trouble tackling the significantly bigger and taller Hurricanes. Tykeem Bruce lead the way on defense with several tackles and an interception. The junior pee wee's hit the road again on Saturday and will visit there arch rival the Y.A.P. Trojans.

The Monarchs midget team proved to be the toughest test of the day for the Hurricanes. On a day in which the Hurricanes organization were pretty much having there way on the field, the Monarchs midget team showed why smacking your pads or yelling very loud does not help you win football games. Powered by the vaunted running attack of John "Ya Ya" Pickens and Edwin "Duda" Seals the Monarchs ran wild in the first half. John Pickens scored the game's first touchdown but that play was negated by a controversial holding penalty. On the Monarchs next possession, Jaleel McMillian galloped 25 yards untouched and scored on a broken play.

In the second quarter, starting quarterback Dwayne Harmon left the game due to injury. John Taylor took over and found Ayub "UB" Ferron wide open on the five yard line. "UB" took that reception to the house and made the score 12 - 0 Monarchs.

The third quarter began with the Hurricanes returning the kickoff for a touchdown. The Hurricanes appear to gain some momentum and had the Monarchs defense on there heals. Early in the fourth quarter, the Hurricanes scored another touchdown to tie the score at twelve. The Monarchs threaten to score again moving the ball inside the Hurricanes ten yard line but that drive was halted when John Pickens fumbled. The game ended with the Hurricanes quarterback, who was attempting a pass, was sacked by Sharice Tisdale and Mohamed Barrett.

Next Saturday, the Monarchs midget team (160lbs) visit there arch rival the Y.A.P. Trojans. This contest should be interesting especially since the Trojans defeated the Monarchs last year 17 -0. According to Coach Greg, this game was circled on his players calendar as soon as the schedule was released.

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Results from around the league

Midgets (160lbs)
Monarchs 12 Hurricanes 12
Wildcats 32 Dragons 0
Cowboys 0 Trojans 0
Panthers vs Bantams (Did not play)

Pee Wee (120lbs)
Monarchs (Did not Play)
Dynasty 19 Panthers 13
Mustangs 19 Trojans 0 (Non League Game)


Junior Pee Wee (105lbs)
Hurricanes 20 Monarchs 0
Panthers 25 Cats 19 (5 overtimes)
Trojans 24 Eagles 0 (Non League Game)

Scratch & Help Fundraiser

The Delco Monarchs would like to take this opportunity to thank the following people for supporting our organization with our 2007 Scratch & Help Fundraiser.

The Lester A. Drenk Behavioral Health Center:

Tameka Carter, Doris Green, Helana Harmon, Bernie Williams, Tara Turner, Lawanda Gainey, Sheree Williams, Tenessa Overton, Jo Ann Beckworth, David Foley, Chetta Seidle, Maizie Banks
Lynn Lubbe, Betty Garrison, Kahhar Wali, Thomas Wellmon, Sheri Sabot, Shirla Ruffo, Ann Miamidian, Dana Carrol, Donna Orem & Harry Marmonstein

PECO Energy:

Tom Birkmire, John Wright, A. McCoy, J. Divalentino IV, John James, Ryan Lewis, Tony Page, Dave Magar, Jack Barbish, Bob Kershaw, Frank Bender, Howard Divalentino, Frank Giexniano, Dave Mahoney, Brad Burkett, Sam Matos, Vinny Digirlamo, BJ Peterman, Guy Alosa, Bruce Alosa, Carmen Sclafani, D. Dennis, G Hinchiffe, Barry Peterman, Lisa Stiefal, Lavon Lawson, Jim West, Joe Diaz, Dave Pepe, Brooks Lenz, Barry Fritz, DanKeelhner, John McCarthy, Jackie Wager, Craig Edmons & Kay Kershaw

Merion Publications, Inc.

Natasha Mitchum, Jennifer Taith, Tina Valentine, Steve McCafferty, Latoya Grant, Jeanne Hudak, Nina Gincley, Suzete Kettner, Eleanor Kuchma, Barb Heimann, Pooh, Kelly Mckeown, Lt. Mack, F. Cherry, J. Reed, T. Salikis, Angela Lewis and Marios Bari

Others:

Adrian Briggs, Robert Mason, Brandon Grazionale, Richard Bolden, Chris Bolden

Thanks for help making our football season possible...

Coach Greg

PLEASE NOTE ADDITIONAL FUNDRAISING PACKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE!!!!

2007 Midget Football Schedule

Scrimmage:

08/24/07 Monarchs 0 at Ramblers 6

08/27/07 Monarchs 6 at Road Runners 12
E. Seals 35 yard run

08/30/07 Monarchs 12 at Bulldogs 0
J. Pickens 50 yard run
J. Taylor 45 yard pass to A. Ferron

Regular Season:

09/01/07 Monarchs 12 at South Philly Hurricanes 12
J. McMillian 25 yard run (Pass Failed)
J. Taylor 30 yard pass to A. Ferron (Kick Failed)

09/05/07 Monarchs 0 at 69th Street Wildcats 6 (Scrimmage)

09/08/07 Monarchs 6 at Y.A.P Trojans 6
J. Pickens 50 yard interception return (Run Failed)

09/15/07 Monarchs 6 vs West Philly Panthers 13
D. Harmon 35 yard pass to A. Ferron (Run Failed)

09/24/07 Monarchs 13 at Eastwick Dragons 14
D. Harmon 10 yard run (D. Harmon Run)
D. Harmon 40 yard pass to E. Seals (Kick Failed)

09/29/07 Monarchs 0 at West Oak Lane Wildcats 16


10/06/07 Monarchs 7 vs Bensalem Cowboys 14
E. Seals 35 yard interception return (J. Harris run)

10/13/07 Monarchs vs Mt. Airy Bantams 2pm
(7th & Cedar Ave - Darby)

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10/20/07 Playoffs or Non League game

10/27/07 Playoffs or Non League game

2007 Pee Wee Football Schedule

Monarchs 2007 Pee Wee Team with Coach Rasheed aka "Hot Wings"

09/01/07 Monarchs (Open)

09/08/07 Monarchs 6 at PDYC Panthers 19
S. Zeon 25 yard run ( Run Failed)

09/15/07 Monarchs vs Eastwick Dragons 12pm
(7th & Cedar Ave - Darby)

09/23/07 Monarchs at South Philly Hurricanes 11:30am
(25th & Jackson Street - Phila)

09/29/07 Monarchs at Y.A.P Trojans 1pm
(1400 Garrett Road - Upper Darby)

10/06/07 Monarchs (Open)

10/14/07 Monarchs at Eastwick Dragons 12pm
(Island Ave & Lindburgh Blvd. - Phila)

2007 Jr. Pee Wee Football Schedule

Monarchs 2007 Junior Pee Team... It's Our Time!!!!!!

Junior Pee Wee (105lbs) Schedule

09/01/07 Monarchs 0 at South Philly Hurricanes 20

09/08/07 Monarchs 0 at YAP Trojans 28

09/15/07 Monarchs vs PYDC Panthers 10am
(7th & Cedar Ave - Darby)

09/23/07 Monarchs at Eastwick Dragons 1pm
(Island Ave - Lindburgh Blvd. - Phila)

09/29/07 Monarchs at West Oak Lane Wildcats 4pm
(Woolston Street & Walnut Lane - Phila)

10/07/07 Monarchs (TBA)

10/13/07 Monarchs at Cats 2pm
(63rd & Spruce - Phila)
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The Monarchs will be scrimmaging the following organizations in August

08/27/07 Monarchs 0 vs Wildcats 12
Collingdale Bulldogs (TBA)

The Road to the Chip?

The road to the Midget division (160lbs) championship goes through the West Oaklane Wildcats. Make no mistake about it, the Wildcats are a very strong and experienced organization. They are the defending league and regional champions and are the team to beat. According to the coach, the Wildcats roughed us up pretty good last year on our home field. The final score was 34 - 6. Can you say "REVENGE"!!!!! Other teams to watch in the Midget division are the Panthers and the potential new kids on the block the Mt. Airy Bantams.

The road to the championship in the Junior Midget division (135lbs) goes through the defending league champion and regional runner up the Panthers. Other teams to watch in this division are the C.A.T.S and the Eastwick Dynasty Dragons. The Monarchs were win less in this division last year; however, our players were young, inexperienced and under weight. According to the coach, we took our lumps last season and now we are back to return the favor.

Unfortunately, last year the Monarchs did not field a Pee Wee division (120lbs) team. However, most of our Junior Pee Wee (100lbs) team is back and moving up to the Pee Wee division. According to the coach, that team is battle tested. They lost a hard fought 19 - 12 playoff game to the C.A.T.S last year and two years ago they came from behind in the two minutes of the game to knock off the Eastwick Dynasty Dragons for the league championship. Needless to say, I know this group knows how to win.

NOW, WHOSE READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL????
REGISTER NOW!!!!

Ground Level - Monarchs vs Edon Eagles

WHO WANTS TO MAKE THE TACKLE???
WHO WANTS TO PLAY SOME FOOTBALL???
REGISTER NOW AND PLAY FOR THE MONARCHS.
THE SEASON STARTS AUGUST 1ST

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL
COACH GREG AT (215) 688-7463
or COACH DARIUS AT (610) 256-7163

Donations / Sponsors

Monarchs Jr Pee Wee Team receiving instructions from Coach Jamil...

DONATIONS:
PLEASE MAKE CHECK OR MONEY ORDER PAYABLE TO:

DELCO TRI-COUNTY MONARCHS YOUTH ORGANIZATION, INC.

250 NORTH 9TH STREET

DARBY, PA 19023

ANYONE INTERESTED IN SPONSORING THE MONARCHS SHOULD CONTACT US AT THE FOLLOWING NUMBERS (610) 256-7163 or (215) 688 7463

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS

LIB Water-Side Market, Inc.
842 Main Street
Darby, PA 19023

Mr. & Mrs. Alphonso B. Seke-Horton
Yeadon, PA 19050

William Penn School District
Athletic Department
Essex & Green Avenues
Lansdowne, PA 19050

Fincourt B. Shelton
Attorney at Law
504 Main Street Suite - 100
Darby, PA 19023

Jabtran Express
304 Erial Road -Suite 218
Sicklerville, NJ 08081

Thane C. Martin, CPA, Inc.
1528 Walnut Street - Suite 1414

Philadelphia, PA

Dr. Edward Manigault, D.O.
United States Army
Currently Serving in Iraq

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

Nu Psi Chapter

Epsilon Pi Chatper

Lisa M. Bennett

Virginia Beach, VA

Angela D. Beamon

Norfolk, VA

Alethia D. Murphy

Chesapeake, VA

Lavette D. Bell

Virginia Beach, VA

Ronald E. Anderson
Baltimore, MD

Alicia Flowers & Friends
New York City, NY

Eric Copeland
Chesterfield, VA

R U Ready For Some Football???

The Monarchs will officially embark on the DCYAA League Championship & Pop Warner's Eastern Regional Championship on July 16th with our training, conditioning, and skills camp which will be held at Penn Wood Middle School which is located on Cedar Avenue between 7th & 9th in Darby. The camp is open to kids ranging from 7 to 15 years old and is designed to teach the basic fundamental skills of playing youth football. It's a great opportunity for prospective players to learn how to play the game the right way. The camp is free; however, in order to participate, each must prospective player must bring a copy of there birth certificate and there 2006 / 2007 school report card. Football cleats are needed for this camp.

IT'S TIME TO GO TO WORK FOLKS!!!!

REGISTER NOW!!!!

Age / Weight / Divisons

Division Age Weight

Junior PeeWee 8-9-10 60 - 105lbs

(older/lighter) 11* 60 - 85lbs

PeeWee 9-10-11 75 - 120lbs

(older/lighter) 12* 75 - 100lbs

Junior Midget 10-11-12 85 - 135lbs

(older/lighter) 13* 85 - 115lbs

Midget 11-12-13-14 105- 160lbs

(older/lighter) 15* 105 - 140lbs

A child's age on July 31th is his/her age for the season. A player may gain 1 pound per week after the second game.

Tryouts of any kind within Pop Warner are prohibited.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

I WANT YOU!!!!

THE DELCO TRI-COUNTY MONARCHS YOUTH ORGANIZATION, INC. WHICH IS LOCATED IN DARBY IS CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR COACHES, TEAM MOMS & DADS AND GENERAL VOLUNTEERS FOR THE 2007 FOOTBALL SEASON.

ANYONE INTERESTED SHOULD CONTACT:

COACH GREG @ 215-688-7463 or
COACH DARIUS @ 610 256 - 7163

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

ALL VOLUNTEERS MUST BE AT LEAST 21 YEARS OR OLDER
BACKGROUND CHECK & CHILD ABUSE CLEARENCE ARE REGQUIRED

Parent / Player Check List

MONARCHS VS Y.A.P TROJANS - LETS GO MONARCHS LETS GO!!

PARENT CHECKLIST
1. Copy of Birth Certificate
2. Copy of 2006 / 2007 School Report Card
3. Copy of latest Physical Examination (Dated May 1st or later)
4. Parent Consent Form (Will be sent home with player 7/16/07)
5. Emergency Contact Form (Will be sent home with player 7/16/07)
6. Registration Form (Will be sent home with player 7/16/07)
7. Registration Fee ($75.00 dollars due 8/1/07)
Player will not be allowed to practice or play after August 4th until registration fee is paid above information is provided. NO EXCEPTIONS!!!

FOOTBALL EQUIPMENT NEEDED
1. Thigh, hip, knee, and tail pads (Adams)
2. Black Practice Pants (Adams)
3. Mouthpiece
4. Cleats
5. Shoulder Pads
A limited amount of shoulder pads will be provided to players when registration fee is paid in full prior to August 4th.

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
1. Baltimore Ravens Coaches Clinic May 19th
2. Interest Meeting for Team Mom / Dads & Coaches May 26th
3. 2nd Annual Barbeque / Fundraiser (5th & Main Street) June 23rd
4. Monarchs Car Wash Fundraiser (Location & Time TBA) July 7th
5. Training, Conditioning & Skills Camp July 16th
(Penn Wood Middle School - 6pm to 8pm Mon - Fri)
6. Coaches Certification / Coaches Clinic (Widener Unv.) July 28th
7. Sweep the Street Fundraiser (Location & Time TBA) July 28th
8. Pre Season / Football Practice Begins July 30th
(Penn Wood Middle School - 6pm to 8pm Mon - Fri)
9. Parent/Coaches/Volunteer Meeting (Football Field 7:30pm) Aug 4th
10. Equipment Day (Football Field 11:00 am) Aug 5th
11. Coaches Beef & Beer Fundraiser (Location & Time TBA) Aug 18th
12. Regular Season Begins Sept 1st
13. Regular Season Ends Oct 13th
14. League Playoffs Oct 20th
15. Regional or Non League Games (Liberty or Bux Mont) Nov 3rd

** Practice, Scrimmages, and Home games will be held at Penn Wood Middle School which is located in on Cedar Avenue between 7th & 9th Streets in Darby.

Prospective Players / Parents

JUNIOR PEE WEE 2006 TEAM PHOTO

I hope this message reaches you in good health. Its that time of year again when people in the football community are preparing themselves for the upcoming football season. The Monarchs, in just our fourth year of existence, have established a highly successful football program. We have won several league championships in various different weight classes and have been also invited to compete in Pop Warner's Regional competition. All this has been accomplished through the hard work and dedication of our coaches, team parents and football players. Once again, we are looking for a special group of dedicated "NEVER QUIT" type of athletes to carry on the rich and now strong Monarch football tradition.

As always, our schedule will be demanding. We will be playing teams from Delaware County and Philadelphia. When it comes to football, our motto is simply "ANYTIME, ANYWHERE". You will be tested each and every week as a Monarch. Remember this, great teams never play poorly.

What is the key to our success? The key is hard work, dedication, total commitment and the willingness to improve each and every week. As the old saying goes "ITS NOT THE SIZE OF THE DOG IN THE FIGHT BUT THE SIZE OF FIGHT IN THE DOG". Please note, anyone who tries out for our team will be given a fair chance to compete for any position on the team. New or first year players will not be cut from our team. Our organization believes in teaching and coaching our players into solid football player and young men.

Finally, I hope that you are willing to commit yourself to our program. Sacrifices on your part will be needed. Whether its work, time or just blood and sweat. Ask yourself this question? How good do I want to be? I hope your answer is the best. Don't be satisfied with anything less.

Yours in Football,

The Coaching Staff