Rule Book & Admin Manual
Official Pop Warner rules, regulations, and administrative guidelines for coaches, parents, and league administrators.
Official Pop Warner Rules
Pop Warner offers a digital version of its official rule books at no cost. These official rules are the copyright of Pop Warner Little Scholars, Inc. The current rule book was released June 20, 2026.
Official Rule Book
Released June 20, 2026The official Pop Warner rule book covers all regulations for football, cheer, and dance competitions. Click below to view the current edition on the national Pop Warner website.
View Official Rule BookAdmin Manual
Revised February 2024The Pop Warner Official Administrative Manual is available to member league and association administrators. It is password protected and exclusive to registered members.
What the Rules Cover
The official rule book addresses every aspect of Pop Warner football, cheer, and dance.
Football Rules
Age and weight eligibility, game regulations, equipment standards, and conduct rules for all football divisions.
Cheer & Dance Rules
Competition guidelines, routine requirements, safety standards, and scoring criteria for cheer and dance programs.
Eligibility Requirements
Scholastic fitness standards, age and weight requirements, and registration eligibility rules for all participants.
Codes of Conduct
General and member codes of conduct governing behavior for athletes, coaches, parents, and volunteers.
National Forms
Background check affidavits, roster affidavits, scholastic fitness affidavits, and other required documentation.
Championship Rules
Qualification standards, event procedures, and competition rules for regional and national championships.
Full Rules & Resources on PopWarner.com
For the complete and most up-to-date rule book, administrative manual, national forms, and compliance documents, visit the official Pop Warner national administration page.
Visit Pop Warner National Rules Page