Mountain Ridge Football
BoarD Members
EXECUTIVE BOARD
Angela Shingleton
PRESIDENT
I am excited and honored to be elected the President of such an amazing district. Mountain Ridge is the largest of all the 37 districts that make up the Ute Conference. I believe we have the very best parents and athletes. I have gotten to know so many amazing families in this community who have been so gracious to my family. My family and I have been residents of Herriman for the last 15 years. Of those 15 years, I have been apart of the youth football program for 7 years and have served as an Executive Board member at MR for the past 4 years. I’ve had the opportunity to also coach the Jr. High Girls Team for the UGTFL. I am so passionate about football, the invaluable life lessons that this sport teaches, and the life long friendships that are made.
I look forward to the continued growth here at Mountain Ridge!
We are Sentinel Strong 💪🏻!!!
Jason Fife
VICE PRESIDENT- COACHING DEVELOPMENT
I love what football provides for kids: physical development of the body and mental conditioning of the character. In my opinion, football is the greatest little league sport! That’s because ALL types and sizes of boys are needed, appreciated, and utilized on a team- there’s a fit for all! I played every year growing up, and was named first team all-state at Center in high school (Boise, ID). My coaching experience includes 3 years assistant, 10 years head and 3 years assistant at Herriman High. I have served on 3 different Ute Conference football boards, and I look forward to helping make our Mountain Ridge District the best it can be!
Daisy Talanoa
SOCIAL MEDIA/ COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR
I’m so excited to be apart of the Mountain Ridge board for the 2nd year. My husband Hema and I have 4 kids and one on the way, with two of our boys who have both played for Mountain Ridge since this district started in 2019. All our friends and teammates at Mountain Ridge have become like family! I’m excited for this upcoming season and to show on our social media platforms how great our district is- not just our coaches and our awesome players, but our amazing community who make the lessons on and off the field more than just about football.
Let’s go Mountain Ridge!
Ashlie Butterfield
SECRETARY
Football season might be the best time of the year! I am excited to help and be a part of this awesome program as the Secretary. I have been involved in some capacity since we became a district and take pride in our kids and parents! We have the best group of fans and volunteers. My family has been in Herriman for just over 10 years and my boys love this game almost as much as I love cheering for them! Football offers kids confidence, a good work ethic, and friends that become family. The culture provides fun for the whole family and lifelong friends have been made. I’m lucky to help and be a part of it. Go Sentinels!!
Timothy Madison
FIELDS/GAME DAY COORDINATOR
Getting to serve the kids that play football in the Mountain Ridge District is a great experience. My wife Jennie and I have lived in Herriman since 2010 with our 4 sons, 3 of which have played football in the Ute Conference. I have been coaching in Ute Conference for the last 6 years and appreciate all the parents, coaches, and players I have had the opportunity to work with. Teaching kids the skills of playing the game along with building a Winning Team Culture each year has changed my life and family. I look forward to this new opportunity on the board to help all 500 plus kids playing for Mountain Ridge have an amazing experience.
Dennis Martinez
EQUIPMENT COORDINATOR
I’m extremely grateful to be part of the Mountain Ridge family. There is truly no other district like it, the willingness to help and give to this community’s youth is unmatched. I’ve been with Mountain Ridge from the beginning and I’ve coached for the last six years. There are great things ahead for this district and I can’t wait to be part of another season.
General Board
Andrea Taylor
Ashley Folau
Bryan Dipo
Courtney Alvord
Cristina Denis
Dallen Fisher
Eric Taylor
Huni Folau-Lomu
Jennie Madison
Kami Jacobs
Kiley Bruening
Lisa Martinez
Rochelle Dipo
Sadie Hawkes
Steve Holmes
Tanner Uncles
Liaisons
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Scouts: TBD
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Gremlins: TBD
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Pee Wees: TBD
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Mity Mites: TBD
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GridIrons: TBD
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Bantams: TBD
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Here are the answers to the most Frequently Asked Questions we receive. All of our board members are happy to assist you! If your question still has not been answered, please reach out to us so we can help.
What documents are needed at Registration?
Please make sure you bring adequate copies of all of your required documents to registration.
Your registration/equipment pickup will go quickly if you bring the following documents:
- Your child (we need to fit them for equipment)
- (If you are NEW to the district) Your child's birth certificate or copy of their passport showing (proof of age) - A COPY THAT WE CAN KEEP
- (If you are NEW to the district) Utility bill with correct address pre-printed (proof of residency) - A COPY THAT WE CAN KEEP
When will game schedules be posted?
Game Schedules will be released as soon as possible.
Where are games held?
Butterfield Park is the home field for Mountain Ridge Football.
How long do games last?
About 2 hours
How often do we practice?
2 hours a day 6 days a week preseason and then down to three days a week when the season starts (after the first official game). 13 years old and above get an extra hour per day.
When do schedules get posted?
The A schedules usually post about a month before the season starts, B schedules get worked out after we find out how many teams each division has and usually gets posted a week or two after practice starts.
What is the minimum amount of plays my player can expect?
Each player must play a minimum of 10 plays in every game. A play is constituted as any time the official puts the ball in play.
If your player did not get 10 plays in a game, we suggest you wait 24 hours after the game and then talk to your coach about it. If the problem is not corrected in the next game, please contact your age group liaison so we can address this with the coach.
Can my child play on his friends team?
We do not accommodate requests to play on a friends team. There are no exceptions to this. Every player will be involved with the draft and the coaches will decide where they end up.
Family members (siblings, not cousins) can request to be on the same team. Please tell the A team coach at the start of tryouts if there are siblings so all coaches can evaluate them as a package deal throughout tryouts.
What happens if I miss the official weigh-in?
Official Weigh-Ins is on August 3rd. Any player who misses the official weigh-in is removed from the roster and is ineligible to play the first game. Players caught playing are subject to suspension and the game will be a forfeiture. Coach or coaches will be suspended. A makeup weigh-in will be the Tuesday after the 1st regular season game. Contact your coach for times and dates.
What do I wear to weigh-in?
Players are to wear shorts and t-shirts to weigh in. No Equipment!
Is football dangerous?
When are tryouts?
Tryouts will begin July 25th.
The first two days will be non-contact, so wear shorts and t-shirt. The third day will be full pads.
When do we play games?
We will announce Game Schedules as soon as we can.
Game times: 9:00 am, 10:30 am, 12:00 pm, 1:30 pm and 3:00 pm if needed.
What is the Refund policy?
NO REFUND WILL BE GIVEN ON OR AFTER THE FIRST DAY OF PRACTICE / TRYOUTS - NO EXCEPTIONS
Tryouts for team placement are considered Practice. Refunds will only be issued after all equipment has been returned to the district. Subject to $25.00 Administrative fee on refunds. All refunds require an Authorized District Official to submit “Request for Refund Authorization Form”.
What Age & Division?
The division is determined by your age on July 1st.
- Scout – 7 &
8 Year Olds - Gremlins –
9 Year Olds - PeeWee – 10 Year Olds
- MityMites – 11 Year Olds
- Grid Iron –
12 Year Olds - Bantams – 13 Year Olds
- Juniors – 14 &
15 Year Olds
What is the X man rule?
The "X"-man Rule in the conference bylaws is presently written as follows:
13.1.1 The "X" player must be an Interior lineman on offense, playing one of the four line positions, from Tackle to Tackle, the "X" player must be set, but not necessarily down in a 3 or 4 point stance at the snap of the ball. On defense the "X" player must be an interior lineman. They can line up anywhere along the line of scrimmage. However, they must be on the line of scrimmage at the snap of the ball. The "X" player on defense must be down in a 3 or 4 point stance at the snap of the ball. (2017)
The following criteria apply to ALL "X"-men:
All individuals listed on their teams´ roster as an "X"-man, must have either a 4" White or Black "X" on the front AND back of their helmet. The Conference Board of Directors have also instructed the President´s of each District to inform their Coaches to ONLY use Conference-purchased block "X´s". Skull bones, decorations, colorings, numbers, names, writings, etc. are prohibited on the "X", and the "X" can NOT be made of Athletic tape, black electrical tape or anything other the Conference- provided "X".
What are the X weight limits?
X Weights
- Scout – 85 lbs (7 & 8)
- Gremlins – 95 lbs (9)
- PeeWee – 105 lbs (10)
- MityMites – 125 lbs (11)
- Grid Iron – 135 lbs (12)
- Bantams – 165 lbs (13)
- Juniors – No X-Weight (14)
What are the weight limits if I want to Z Down?
Z Down Weights
- Scouts - NO Z Downs
- Gremlin - 75 lbs (10)
- PeeWee - 85 lbs (11)
- MityMites - 105 lbs (12)
- Grid Iron - 115 lbs (13)
- Bantams - 155 lbs (14)
15-years-olds cannot Z down to Bantams
What size football?
What equipment are they responsible for?
Cleats, Cup, Mouthguard, upgraded chin strap (that's not required)
Each player will receive a helmet, shoulder pads, practice pants, game pants, and home and away jersey (provided as part of the registration fee, you can keep the jersey after the season).
All equipment is to be returned in reasonable condition, with normal wear and tear when requested to do so by Conference or district officials or pay the stated value of $260.00, plus all costs of collection Including reasonable attorney fees plus interest.
How much does it cost to play?
Mountain Ridge district charges $325 for each player.
UTE CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FEE Breakdown:
- $55.00 OF REGISTRATION FEE goes towards conference franchise fees and insurances
- $60.00 To Jersey Purchases
- $75.00 To Officials, Security and on Field Medical Personnel
- $10.00 To Online Administrative Costs
$200.00 cost per player goes to the conference.
The remaining balance of $150 is applied to the Mountain Ridge UTE Conference for the following expenses:
- Equipment
- Butterfield Park / JSD School locations field rental
- Additional Uniforms i.e. (practice/ game pants/game day socks)
- Team/ Individual Photos
- Game Day Field Equipment (game day markers/ paint/ rope/ etc.)
- Administrative/ Advertising Costs
- Equipment Storage
(all on field cameras are privately owned)
Is it better to let my kid grow up and get bigger before I let them play?
No. As stated above football as a full-contact sport. In order to avoid injury, it is very important to learn how to make a block or tackle and more importantly how to get blocked and tackled. The longer you wait to enroll your child the further behind they are getting in learning these skills. Starting your child as a scout or gremlin will give them the ability to learn the game before any of the kids are big enough to cause any real damage.
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Thank you for making a donation to Ute Conference, Mountain Ridge District 37
Make Check Payable to: Ute Conference, District 37
Mail to: 14447 S. Steamboat Circle, Herriman, UT 84096
Call Angela Shingleton with any questions at 801-913-1513
All Donations comply with 501 c3 - Receipts for tax deductions will be provided.
On behalf of our board members, coaches and all of our players....thank you for your consideration and generous donation!
WE ARE HERE TO HELP!
All of our board members are happy to assist you! Before you contact us, please check the FAQ’s and our Social media accounts. We do our best to provide as much information as possible. If your question still has not been answered, please reach out to us so we can help.
If you have any further questions, please reach out to your Age Liaison:
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Scouts- TBD
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Gremlins- TBD
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Pee Wees- TBD
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Mity Mites- TBD
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Grid Irons- TBD
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Bantams- TBD
mtnridgeyouthfootball@gmail.com