2026 Season - Frequently Asked Questions
How do I register? When is the deadline?
Register here. Registration closes on August 13.
I registered online and have my own equipment, do I still have to show up for kick-off event August 15.
Yes. All players need to show up at the August 15 kick-off event to check in, be weighed, pick up candy, and be fitted for their jersey. See Schedule page for kick-off event times.
How much is registration?
Registration fees are $80 for the 2026 Season. Helmets and shoulder pads are available for rent for $55 (helmet - $40, pads - $15).
What is provided by Mighty Mites? What do I need to purchase?
The $80 registration fee includes jersey rental and mouth guard. Shoes and pants (any color) are provided by parents. Click here for information on approved cleats. If you want to keep your jersey, it can be purchased separately for $60.
Do I have to sell candy?
Part of the Mighty Mites program is our candy sale. All players are required to sell at least one box. If you sell more than 1 box of candy (30 chocolate bars, $2 each), a $10 Academy gift card is given for each additional box sold (sell 5 boxes, get $40 to Academy!).
Players not wanting to sell candy are required to pay an additional $40 fee.
Where do I register? I live in another town, can I play Mighty Mites?
We have no restrictions on where people live and where they play Mighty Mites - all players are welcome to join us in Springfield or Ava!
Are physical examinations required?
Yes, a completed health examination form is due by September 3, 2026. The form must be completed with physician signature, and completed in 2026. Paper forms will be available during onsite registrations and kick-off events.
Please note: Even if your child's physical is valid for 2 years' per your doctor's office - We still need this official Mighty Mites form completed and signed by the physician & parent / guardian each year.
I've registered but haven't heard from our coach? When is the first practice? Which team is my child on?
You will receive an email by August 27 with details on your team and coach. The first practice night is September 1, 2026 for Springfield (Betty and Bobby Allison site) at 6:00pm. See schedule page for all dates. If not playing in Springfield (Ava, Mountain Grove) contact your park supervisor for your park's practice time (see "Parks" page). You might not hear from your coach until the first practice night. Just show up and we'll let you know what your team is and introduce your coach.
I've registered and need more candy. How can I get more boxes to sell?
You can turn in candy money and pick up more boxes of candy at the Mighty Mites building during all of the practices and games until we sell out!
When are games and/or practices?
Please see the schedules page.
How are teams selected? Can my child be on the same team as their friend / brother / sister?
Mighty Mites teams are organized based on grade, weight, and any special requests received from parents and coaches.
How will I know if a practice or game has been rained out?
All rain outs will be posted on our website. Please note some parks may be cancelled while some play due to weather conditions at the particular park. Your location (Ava, Mountain Grove) may also have additinoal communication means (Facebook, etc.).
If a Tuesday practice is cancelled for weather, it will be made up the next day (Wednesday). If a Thursday practice is cancelled, it will be made up the next Monday.
In the event of weather cancellations, the week of 10/18 (Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday) could have practices and games.
What are the age and weight restrictions?
All children in the 1st through 6th grade who will not reach age 13 in 2026 can participate. Ball handlers can’t weigh more than 70 lbs in the 1st / 2nd grade division, 95 lbs. in the 3rd / 4th grade division, and 125 lbs. in the 5th and 6th grade division.
I want to coach. What is required?
All coaches are required to complete a background screening process. All head coaches are required to complete an online training program, provided by USA Football. Mighty Mites also completes onsite training at each park. See coaches section of our website.
I still have questions?!?!
Feel free to contact us.