Youth Foootball
VERMONT’s PREMIER YOUTH FOOTBALL PROGRAM
Founded in 1967 as one of Vermont’s first four youth football programs, the South Burlington Dolphins have built a long lasting tradition of excellence. Now celebrating their 60th consecutive season, they continue to define their own legacy as the state’s prominent powerhouse team.
NUMBERS don’t lie…
3,000+
Players coached (Most in VT)
60 seasons
of dolphins football since 1967 (Longest)
150+ Hours
of quality training per season (Most)
13x
state CHAMPS (Most in VT)
FOOTBALL PROGRAMS
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Flag football fundamentals with a focus on teamwork, discipline, and confidence — all while having fun learning the game.
Grades: 1st-4th
Season: August 10 – Early October
Practices: Tues & Thurs, 4–6PM, Jaycee Park
Game Schedule: TBD
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A full season long introductory tackle football program where players build skills, confidence, and game experience — whether it’s their first time playing or they’re ready to compete at a higher level.
Grades: 5th & 6th
Season: August 10 – Mid-October
Practices: Mon–Fri, 4–6PM, Jaycee Park
Game Schedule: Saturday’s (10:30am)
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Advanced, competitive football with playoffs and longer practices. Players sharpen high-level skills, face real game intensity, and prepare for high school football as well as life beyond the field.
Grades: 7th & 8th
Season: August 10 – Late October
Practices: Mon–Fri, 4–6PM, Jaycee Park
Game Schedule: Saturday’s (9am)
OUR philosophy
P.R.I.D.E. Personal Responsibility for Individual Daily Effort
Building a P.R.I.D.E. TRADITION.
By building a P.R.I.D.E. tradition, we mean creating a long lasting steady pipeline of great teams and talented athletes who consistently represent strong character, commitment, and excellence year after year.
Our goal is to help every athlete strive to become the best version of themselves in every area. We expect personal responsibility, full commitment to self-growth, and the discipline to give their best at all times. That’s the standard and the bar we set for every athlete.
Being the best you can be.
Safety is Our Top Priority.
Safety has always been a core part of our philosophy. We relentlessly teach proper technique, enforce smart play, and take every precaution to reduce the risk of injury. Preparation, awareness, and responsibility guide everything we do, so athletes can compete fully while staying protected.
EARNED, NOT GIVEN.
The standard is the same for everyone. Playing time, roles, and opportunities are earned through effort, attitude, and performance, nothing else. Plain and simple. Merit leads, and accountability follows.
Player standards
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protect one another
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take care of one another
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don’t let each other down
Our Coaches
Bryan Belisle
A lifelong Dolphin with deep family roots in the program, Bryan brings decades of playing, coaching, and leadership experience across multiple levels of football. He serves in key roles throughout the organization — especially with linebackers and quarterbacks — guiding athletes with veteran knowledge and a commitment to the game’s tradition.
Football Director & 7/8 Head Coach 
Javen Sears
A former Dolphin as well, turned coach in 2021, Javen wears multiple hats throughout the organization including coaching, media strategy, and organizational leadership. He serves with specialities in receiver development and defensive back play. His approach centers on precision and film study to develop fundamentally sound, game-ready athletes.
5/6 Head Coach2026 Upcoming Schedule
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Open House / registration night
Thursday, May 21 | 4:00-6:00PM
An interactive drop-in session for parents & players to connect with coaches to learn more about the upcoming season.
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Summer Clinics Opening Day
Monday, June 15 | 4:00-6:00PM
The official kickoff of the 2026 Summer Clinics — a high-energy opening day of skill work, competition, and excitement as players hit the field to improve.
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VT All-Star Football Camp
Mid-July (Very Soon TBD)
Hosted by the Vermont All Star Football Camp, it’s an elite, high-intensity camp bringing together top players from across Vermont for advanced training, competition, and hands-on instruction led by experienced college coaches.
Email us for more info on the camp.
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Opening day of practice
Monday, August 10 | 4pm-6pm
The first official practice of the season where preparation begins, energy is high, and the team takes its first real steps toward the year ahead.
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Jamboree
Saturday, August 22 | Time & Location TBD
A full-day event where all NVYFL teams gather to compete in three fast-paced scrimmage games, showcasing skills, teamwork, and friendly rivalry.
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Season Opener
Saturday, August 29 | Time & Location TBD
The team’s first official game of the season, where preparation meets competition and players bring their skills and teamwork to the field.
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NVYFL Championship
Saturday, October, 31
The NVYFL championship game is the final matchup of the season, where the top youth teams face off after working their way through the league schedule.
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60th Annual Award Show
November
The Dolphins Award Show is the season’s big closing celebration —where players, coaches, and families gather to recognize effort, growth, leadership, and unforgettable moments from the year.
where our players go
Michel Bergeron
Howard University
Dolphins Class of 2015
Brennen schramm
Ohio State University
Dolphins Flag 2009-11
Matt Villanti
Army West Point
Dolphins Class of 2003
Casey Harman
Clemson University
Dolphins Class of 2003
Ben Shungu
University of Vermont
Dolphins Class of 2011
Loudon love
Memphis Hustle
Dolphins Class of 2011
Cameron Nolting
Dartmouth College
Dolphins Class of 2010
Tanner Contois
Middlebury College
Dolphins Class of 2008
