Mission
The mission of Oakville Watertown Youth Athletic Association (OWYAA), otherwise known as Water-Oak Football & Cheer, is to provide a safe and developmental youth football and cheer experience for the Watertown-Oakville community.  Our programs are designed to teach, and to inspire in our youth players, the values of sportsmanship, character, discipline, respect, teamwork, hard work and competitive fair play, as well as to build community and foster a love for the game, in all cases in a fun and friendly environment. 

We encourage participation from all youth players in our community (within the ages that we serve), and are dedicated to the development of all players regardless of ability. Our organization relies on the generosity and support of parents, sponsors and other donors to keep our programs affordable to all.

We are administered by volunteers who are equally dedicated to our values. We promote "safety-first" play and coaches are required to adhere to the highest standards in handling the safety and well-being of our players, and to conduct themselves and their teams in a manner that is consistent with this Mission Statement.

American Youth Football / American Youth Cheer
American Youth Football, Inc., established in 1996, is a support services organization, dedicated to giving back to communities by promoting the wholesome development of youth through their association with exemplary adult leaders in the sport of American football and cheer. Guidelines are established to ensure that players play in an atmosphere of learning with a competitive balance between teams.

Goals
Dedicated to teaching youth through positive role models. Emphasis on learning, playing, and enjoying the sport while instilling high moral standards by stressing the importance of academic achievement and community involvement.

Helping kids become leaders and teammates. Fostering confidence and a sense of self-worth, in players that extend beyond the gridiron and into the school, family and community.

To prepare youngsters to face the future with sportsmanship, teamwork, honesty, responsibility, self-discipline, positive aspirations, academic preparedness and confidence. If we teach them positive lessons, such as playing by the rules, our young athletes will learn to live by the rules.

To lend members support yet remaining NON-INTRUSIVE to local operations.

To make youth football and cheer ALL-INCLUSIVE, by not excluding participants based on superficial factors (such as weight, finances or athletic ability).

To encourage programs for special needs, at-risk and anti-gang groups, as well as the international football and cheer community.