BRADENTON GLADIATORS YOUTH FOOTBALL & CHEER

Come join the Junior Gladiators and become a part of a winning legacy...

The Bradenton Gladiators identified a need in the community to develop a program that teaches important life lessons and fosters strong character development through sports.  We created a system that focuses on teaching proper fundamentals and techniques, encourages players to develop new skills, self-confidence, coordination, and game play; introduces the concept of sportsmanship, and the importance of education and fitness. As each player progresses in this program, they will have the ability to apply what they learned both on and off the field.

The Junior Gladiators Football program will play their games at Lincoln Park (Palmetto, FL), and surrounding counties (Manatee, Sarasota, Pinellas, Hillsborough).

General Details:

• Regular season home games are all played at Lincoln Park located at 501 17th Street East, Palmetto, FL 34221
• The Gladiators will serve participants ages 5-14 years old 
• Age eligibility will be determined based on a July 1st cut-off date
• There are no weight restrictions for any Division
• Tackle rosters will be limited to 25 players to ensure ample playing time for all participants. Divisions 6U, 8U, 10U, 12U, and 14U are all tackle team. 

The cost for Fall is as follows for Tackle (Ages 5-14) and Cheerleading (Ages 5-14):

• Register and Pay in Full by May 31st: Tackle ($150); Cheerleading ($150) 
• Register and Pay in Full by June 30th: Tackle ($175); Cheerleading ($175) 
• Register and Pay in Full by August 31st: Tackle ($200); Cheerleading ($200) 

This includes a $50.00 non-refundable registration fee.   All fees are due by August 1st.  Early registration discounts, multiple child discounts, and payment plans available.

Financial assistance is also available to help cover registration for qualifying income-restricted families.  Call or email us to discuss qualification requirements.

Space is limited so please contact us via email at gladiators@tampabay.rr.com or by phone at 941-320-7576 to ensure that rosters are not full.

To ensure our team’s safety, extraordinary and proactive steps are being taken.  We have implemented guidelines that will help reduce exposure to and transmission of illnesses, including COVID-19.

TROPHY ROOM

AYF National Championships (Football)

Mighty Mite (10U) - 2018  AYF National Champions 

Rock Star Championships (Cheer)

2023 - Showcase of Champions - Cheer 8U Division 1st Place, Cheer 12U Division 1st Place

2023 - Rumble on the River - Cheer 8U Division 1st Place, Cheer 12U Division 2nd Place

2023 - Rock Star Rumble - Cheer 8U Division 1st Place, Cheer 12U Division 2nd Place

2023 - Sunshine State Classic - Cheer 12U Division 1st Place, Cheer 8U Division 2nd Place

2023 - Florida Spirit Bash - Cheer 8U Division 1st Place, Cheer 12U Division 2nd Place

AYC National Championships (Cheer)

2022 - Cheer 8U Division Ranked 2nd in Nation (AYC)

2021 - Cheer 8U Division Ranked 2nd in Nation (AYC)

2021 - Cheer 12U Division Ranked 6th in Nation (AYC)

AYC Southeast Regional Championships (Cheer)

2022 - Cheer 8U Division Regional Champions (AYCSE)

2022 - Cheer 12U Division Regional Runner-Ups (AYCSE)

League Championships (Unity AYF)

2021 Varsity (14U) Champions (Unity)

2021 Junior Varsity (12U) Champions (Unity)

2021 Mighty Mite (10U) Champions (Unity)

2021 Tiny Mite (8U) Runner-Up (Unity)

2021 Flag (6U) Champions (Unity)

Division Championships (Unity AYF)

2021 Varsity (14U) Division Champions (Unity)

2021 Junior Varsity (12U) Division Champions (Unity)

2021 Mighty Mite (10U) Division Champions (Unity)

2021 Tiny Mite (8U) Division Champions (Unity)

2021 Flag (6U) Division Champions (Unity)

Undefeated Regular Seasons

2021 Junior Varsity (12U) Division

2021 Mighty Mite (10U) Division 

Regular Season Overall Football Record (All Divisions)

Games :   Junior Gladiators 24 - Opponents 5 (83% Winning Record)

Points :    Junior Gladiators 718 - Opponents 283 (Outscored Opponents by 153%) 

The Bradenton Gladiators, Inc. is a federal non-profit 501(c) 3 tax exempt organization that is more than just football.  It is a community based organization that is constantly growing its roots in the community. The Bradenton Gladiators football program has received numerous awards for operational excellence and is considered one of the top sports programs in the State of Florida.    For additional information contact us by phone at (941) 320-7576, via email at gladiators@tampabay.rr.com or visit our website at www.bradentongladiators.org or www.bradentongladiators.com.