Wallenpaupack · Est. 2000 · Season 2026

Jr. Bucks
Football & Cheer

Building champions on and off the field — through teamwork, discipline, and community pride.

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Flag Football Skills & Drills Summer Camp

We're excited to host our Youth Flag Football and Skills Development practices, designed to give kids a fun and safe way to learn the game of football, build teamwork, and stay active.

About Us

Established in 2000, Jr. Bucks has been a cornerstone of our community, providing young athletes with the opportunity to grow both on and off the field.

Our mission is to instill the values of teamwork, discipline, and respect while ensuring a safe and positive experience for all players and cheerleaders.

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Board of Directors

Jon KlinePresident

Jess SwanickVice President

Jessica LaBelleTreasurer

Patty ShelvinSecretary

Melissa McWilliamsCheer Director

Rich IngulliFootball Director

Jackie TarantinoConcessions

Kayla HellerFundraising & Social

Announcements

May 18, 2026

Flag Football Skills & Drills Summer Camp

We're excited to host our Youth Flag Football and Skills Development practices, designed to give kids a fun and safe way to learn the game of football, build teamwork, and stay active.

Here's what to expect:

Who: Ages 5–11
When: Schedule Below
Where: Wallenpaupack HS Stadium
Why: To help young athletes develop their football skills and have FUN!
Registration & Waiver: In-person at stadium entrance, fill out once, come early!
Cost: $5 per child per practice (supports WJB Football & Cheer)

These practices are perfect for kids at any skill level, whether they have registered for Junior Buckhorns 2026 Football Season or just want to come learn more about the sport, the team and our program.

Schedule

#	Date	Location & Time
1	Sunday \| June 7, 2026	Wallenpaupack HS Stadium · 1:00 – 3:00 PM
2	Sunday \| June 14, 2026	Wallenpaupack HS Stadium · 1:00 – 3:00 PM
3	Sunday \| June 21, 2026	Wallenpaupack HS Stadium · 1:00 – 3:00 PM
4	Sunday \| June 28, 2026	Wallenpaupack HS Stadium · 1:00 – 3:00 PM

Football Schedule

2026 Game Times: I-Team: 11:45am C-Team: 1:00pm B-Team: 2:00pm *Saturday times subject to change

Week 1
AWAY
@ North ScrantonSunday, August 16, 2026 · Location TBD
Week 2
HOME
Trail @ Wallenpaupack StadiumSunday, August 23, 2026
Week 3
AWAY
@ West ScrantonSunday, August 30, 2026 · Location TBD
Week 4
HOME
Abington @ Wallenpaupack StadiumSunday, September 6, 2026
Week 5
AWAY
@ Valley ViewSunday, September 13, 2026 · Location TBD
Week 6
AWAY
@ CarbondaleSunday, September 20, 2026 · Location TBD
Week 7
HOME
Dunmore @ Wallenpaupack StadiumSunday, September 27, 2026
Week 8
HOME
Western Wayne @ Wallenpaupack StadiumSunday, October 4, 2026

Away Game Locations

Home field addresses for all teams in the league. Tap any address to open in maps.

Dunmore Jr Bucks

300 West Warren St, Dunmore, PA 18509

Abington Jr Comets

222 Noble Rd, Clarks Summit, PA 18411

Carbondale Jr Chargers

101 Brooklyn St, Carbondale, PA 18407

DFL Jr Warriors

679 Log Tavern Rd, Milford, PA 18337

Lackawanna Trail Jr Lions

28 Tunnell Hill Rd, Factoryville, PA 18419

Lakeland Jr Chiefs

1355 Lakeland Dr, Jermyn, PA 18433

North Pocono Jr Trojans

701 Church St, Moscow, PA 18444

North Scranton Jr Vikings

526 Putnam St, Scranton, PA 18508

Old Forge Jr Blue Devils

301 First St, Old Forge, PA 18518

Mid Valley Jr Spartans

52 Underwood Rd, Throop, PA 18512

Riverside Jr Vikings

1405 Schlager Ave, Scranton, PA 18504

Valley View Jr Cougars

732 Keystone Ave, Peckville, PA 18452

Wallenpaupack Jr Buckhorns (Us)

2552 US 6, Hawley, PA 18428

Whyfo Stingers

459 Terrace St, Honesdale, PA 18431

West Scranton Jr Invaders

2225 Jackson St, Scranton, PA 18504 (field is across the street)

Western Wayne Jr Wildcats

1970 Easton Turnpike, Lake Ariel, PA 18436

Football Information & League Forms

Age & Weight Classes

Players must be within the age requirement on May 1, 2026.

I-Team: Ages 5–7, Under 105 lbs
C-Team: Ages 8–9, Under 120 lbs
B-Team: Ages 10–11, Under 145 lbs

Equipment

Your sign-up fee covers all equipment excluding football cleats.

Mega-BUCK Raffle fundraisers help cover remaining uniform pieces: rib-shirt, pants, jersey, and helmet.

Practice Schedule

Starting Monday, July 20, 2026

I-Team: Tue & Thu, 5:30–7:30pm
C & B Teams: Mon (July & August only), Tue, Wed, Thu, 5:30–7:30pm

In-Season Games

August 16 – October 4, 2026

Most games scheduled for Sundays. View the full Schedule →

League Forms

These forms will need to be completed and handed into Jess Swanick during the first week of practice.

📄 Health Questionnaire & Medical Liability Release Opens PDF in new window ↗ 📄 Football Registration Application Opens PDF in new window ↗

Football Coaches

I want to begin by expressing my sincere gratitude for your time, commitment, and enthusiasm as we prepare for this year's football season. Your dedication is truly appreciated, and I'm looking forward to an exciting and successful year ahead.

Please review the following pre-season requirements, all of which must be completed and handed to Jon Kline or Jess Swanick at our first practice. Please print and bring them with you to our first practice.

1. Clearances

Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance
dhs.pa.gov → PA Child Abuse History Clearance
Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Clearance
dhs.pa.gov → Criminal Background Check

2. Training Requirements

Please visit nfhslearn.com to create an account. Add the following free courses to your cart, complete checkout (no charge), and finish the training at your convenience:

✓ Sudden Cardiac Arrest
✓ Concussion in Sports
✓ Heat Illness Prevention

Thank you once again for your dedication to our league and for helping make this season a memorable one for our players. If you have any questions or need assistance with any of the above, don't hesitate to reach out.

Football Photos

🏈 Flag Football Camp · June 2026

Cheer Coaches

I want to begin by expressing my sincere gratitude for your time, commitment, and enthusiasm as we prepare for this year's cheer season. Your dedication is truly appreciated, and I'm looking forward to an exciting and successful year ahead.

Please review the following pre-season requirements, all of which must be completed and emailed to coachmelissawjb@gmail.com.

1. Clearances

Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance
dhs.pa.gov → PA Child Abuse History Clearance
Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Clearance
dhs.pa.gov → Criminal Background Check

2. Training Requirements

Please visit nfhslearn.com to create an account. Add the following free courses to your cart, complete checkout (no charge), and finish the training at your convenience:

✓Sudden Cardiac Arrest
✓Concussion in Sports
✓Heat Illness Prevention

Thank you once again for your dedication to our league and for helping make this season a memorable one for our athletes. If you have any questions or need assistance with any of the above, don't hesitate to reach out.

Cheer Schedule

Practice Schedule

I-Squad: Tuesday & Thursday, 5:30–7:30pm
C, B & A Squads: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 5:30–7:30pm

2026 Competitions

Comp 1
@ Valley ViewSeptember 19, 2026
Comp 2
@ Lake Lehman High SchoolOctober 17, 2026
Comp 3
@ Anderson Sports and Health Center at Misericordia UniversityNovember 1, 2026

Cheerleaders must attend a minimum of 4 home football games to compete. See the Football Schedule for dates.

Cheer Information

Squads by Grade

Grades as of August 1, 2026

I-Squad: Grades K–2
C-Squad: Grades 3–4
B-Squad: Grades 5–6
A-Squad: Grades 7–8

B & A squads combine for sideline games and separate for competitions.

Equipment & Uniform

Sign-up fee covers: shell (cheer top), skirt, pom poms, cheer bag.

Megaphone fundraisers help cover: turtleneck, bloomers, socks, bow, warm-up suits.

Parents are responsible for cheer shoes and uncovered items.

Benefits of Cheer

Physically: Improves strength, flexibility, coordination
Socially: Encourages teamwork, leadership, confidence
Mentally: Builds discipline, resilience, perseverance

Skills & Training

No experience necessary!

We start by focusing on basic motions, jumps, tumbling, and stunting. Conditioning, flexibility, and strength training are key components of every practice.

Cheer Photos

📸 Photos Coming Soon To add cheer photos here, just tell Claude: "Add these photos to the cheer gallery" and share your image links. The gallery will be built out automatically.

Football Program

Our football program is designed for players of all skill levels. With divisions based on age and experience, we provide a competitive and educational experience where athletes can develop their skills in a fun, structured environment.

Age & Weight Classes

Players must be within the age requirement on May 1st.

I-Team: Ages 5–7 · Under 105 lbs
C-Team: Ages 8–9 · Under 120 lbs
B-Team: Ages 10–11 · Under 145 lbs

Equipment

Your sign-up fee covers all equipment excluding football cleats. Fundraising details are provided early in the season to assist with covering program costs for remaining uniform pieces such as rib-shirt, pants, jersey, and helmet.

Practice Schedule

Starting July 20, 2026

I-Team: Tuesday & Thursday, 5:30–7:30 PM
C & B Teams: Mon (July & August only), Tue, Wed, Thu · 5:30–7:30 PM

In-Season Games

August 16 – October 4, 2026. See the 2026 Game Schedule linked on the home page for full details.

Cheer Program

Our cheerleaders bring spirit and energy to every game! From sideline cheers to halftime performances and competitions, our program teaches cheerleading fundamentals while fostering confidence, teamwork, and athleticism. The Wallenpaupack Junior Buckhorn Cheer program is dedicated to assisting cheerleaders develop fundamental cheerleading skills, promoting teamwork, encouraging participation in sideline and competitive cheer, and supporting active lifestyles and fun!

Cheer Grades K–8

Squads by Grade

Cheerleaders must be entering the grade as of August 1st.

I-Squad: Grades K–2
C-Squad: Grades 3–4
B-Squad: Grades 5–6
A-Squad: Grades 7–8

*B and A squad will only combine during sideline football games and will separate to perform at competitions.

Benefits of Cheer

Physically – improves strength, flexibility and coordination
Socially – encourages teamwork, leadership and confidence
Mentally – discipline, resilience and perseverance

Skills & Training

No experience necessary!

We start our cheer season off by focusing on basic motions, jumps, tumbling, and stunting. Conditioning, flexibility, and strength training are key components of cheer practices.

Equipment

Sign-up fee covers: shell (cheer top), skirt, pom poms, and cheer bag. Megaphone fundraisers help cover remaining uniform pieces such as turtleneck, bloomers, socks, bow, and warm-up suits.

Parents are responsible for purchasing cheer shoes and items not covered within the fundraiser.

Practice Schedule

I-Squad: Tuesday & Thursday, 5:30–7:30 PM
C–A Squads: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 5:30–7:30 PM

Games & Competitions

Attendance: Minimum 4 home games required to compete
In-Season Games: August 16 – October 4, 2026. See the schedule on the home page.
Competitions:
- 📍 September 19 @ Valley View
- 📍 October 17 @ Lake Lehman High School
- 📍 November 1 @ Anderson Sports and Health Center at Misericordia University

League Forms

These forms will need to be completed and handed into Jess Swanick during the first week of practice.

📄 Health Questionnaire & Medical Liability Release Opens PDF in new window ↗ 📄 Cheerleading Registration Application Opens PDF in new window ↗

Fundraising

Young athletes can play an active role in sustaining their sports programs by engaging in donation-based fundraising efforts, creating meaningful connections with potential donors through sharing their personal sports stories, goals and fostering an appreciation for community support that extends beyond the playing field.

Donate via

Venmo

@wjbfootballcheer

Contact Us

Get In Touch

Our league wouldn't be possible without our coaches and volunteers. Whether you're interested in joining, coaching, or volunteering — we'd love to hear from you!

Email the President
Email Coach Kline

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2026 Game Schedule

2026 Game Times: I-Team: 11:45 AM C-Team: 1:00 PM B-Team: 2:00 PM