ABOUT MARYLAND POP WARNER
Who We Are
Community-centered youth sports built on safety, academics, teamwork and character.
OUR IDENTITY
Who We Are
Maryland Pop Warner is part of the Pop Warner Little Scholars tradition of providing young people with structured opportunities to participate in football, cheer and dance while emphasizing academics, sportsmanship, safety, teamwork and character.
Our work is community-centered. We seek to connect families to organized youth sports, strengthen local programs, support coaches and volunteers, and create positive experiences that help young people grow on and off the field.
Safety First
Certified coaches, concussion protocols, limited contact
Community
No tryouts, no cuts — every child plays
Academics
Scholastic aptitude required for participation
Character
Team values, discipline and respect
MISSION & HISTORY
The Legacy Behind the Name
Pop Warner History
Pop Warner Little Scholars was founded in 1929 by Joseph J. Tomlin and has grown into one of the best-known youth football, cheer and dance organizations in the United States.
The organization is named in honor of legendary coach Glenn Scobey "Pop" Warner and has long emphasized the connection between athletics, academics and character.
Pop Warner's current mission centers on structured participation, safer and positive playing environments, teamwork, dedication, work ethic and academic success.
Mission Alignment
Maryland Pop Warner operates in alignment with Pop Warner's national mission:
"Helping young people benefit from team sports and activities in a structured environment while learning fundamental values, skills and knowledge that can serve them throughout life, with academic success as a central priority."
A Season Can Do More
A season can strengthen discipline, confidence, accountability and community — qualities young people carry into school, relationships and future opportunities.
REGIONAL LEGACY
A Verified DC Championship Legacy
The Washington, D.C. Pop Warner tradition includes a documented four-year run of Division I national football champions from 2009 through 2012. That history reflects the strength, discipline and community investment that youth football has long represented in the region.
DIVISION 1 - MARRYLAND CHAMPIONS
#
CHAMPION
YEAR
1
Northwood Rams
1991
2
Northwood Rams
2001 & 2002
3
White Oak Warriors
2004
4
Marshall Heights
2006
5
Watkins Hornets
2014
6
White Oak Warriors
2013
7
Marshall Heights
2012
8
Marshall Heights
2011
9
White Oak Warriors
2011
10
Beacon House
2010
11
White Oak Warriors
2008
12
White Oak Warriors
2008
13
Watkins Hornets
2009
14
White Oak Warriors
2009
15
Lake Arbor Seahawks
2007
16
White Oak Warriors
2005
DIVISION 2 - MARRYLAND CHAMPIONS
#
CHAMPION
YEAR
17
Ward 5 Warriors
2014
18
Northeast Chargers
2010
19
Westport Patriots
2007
20
Charm City Buccaneers
2005
21
White Oak Warriors
2001
These are documented DC-area Pop Warner championships. Sources: Pop Warner Historical Champions
