Riverside Junior Vikings cancel 2026 season due to low registration
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 7:03 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
FootballThe Riverside Junior Vikings Football & Cheerleading organization has canceled its 2026 season, citing low participation and registration numbers. Organizational officials noted an ongoing decline in youth football participation, which led to an inability to field teams. Families who registered will receive refunds. The board plans to take the year off to restructure and aims to return strong in 2027. Support from other local organizations is being offered to accommodate affected players. The West Scranton Junior Invaders will attempt to welcome some of the Riverside youth.
- •Riverside Junior Vikings canceled their 2026 season due to lack of participation.
- •Families will receive refunds for registrations.
- •The organization intends to restructure for a stronger return in 2027.
- •West Scranton Junior Invaders offer support for affected players.
- •Football participation has been declining for several years.
- 7:03 PMYahoo Sports — Riverside Junior Vikings cancel upcoming season amid low interest
"Children looking to hone their gridiron skills or learn a new routine this fall will need to find another squad or stay on the sidelines after a Downvalley organization scrapped its upcoming season. The board of directors for the Riverside Junior Vikings Football & Cheerleading organization canceled the 2026 season due to a lack of participation and registrations, officials said. Families who ...
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