OCYFL VISION
The Orange County Youth Football League (OCYFL) is a youth football and cheerleading program serving student-athletes ages 5 to 14 from towns located within Section IX of the New York State Public High School Athletic Association. Since 1992, OCYFL has provided a structured environment for competitive football and recreational cheer, following the league’s own rules and regulations to ensure safety, sportsmanship, and development for all participants.
OCYFL seeks to develop well rounded youth who will not only learn the fundamentals of football and cheer, but also the importance of sportsmanship and have fun while learning the game. To inspire and assist in providing sound town programs for the youth regardless of race, creed, religion or national origin and to practice good sportsmanship and physical activity, along with learning lessons of self-discipline, team work, determination, friendship, leadership, and a respect for authority.
There are no tryouts or cuts based on athletic ability for our program, anyone that completes the registration process will be subjected to mandatory playing rules that apply to all athletes in the program.
Orange County Youth Football League was established in 1992, beginning first as Minisink-Middletown Youth Football League, Inc. and ultimately changing the name to Orange County Youth Football League, Inc in 1997.
OCYFL MISSION
The vision of Orange County Youth Football League is to provide our kids with a safe and competitive program which can be fun for all our parents, kids, coaches, spectators, and volunteers. Our program depends on teamwork, dedication, integrity, respect but most importantly the cooperation of towns represented.
Town involvement along with USA Football Heads Up Training for our coaches, we can continue to grow the game while keeping safety a top priority.
OUR BOARD
GARY SPECHT
With a deep-rooted passion for football and youth development, I have been a dedicated member of the Orange County Youth Football League since 1998. Starting as a coach, I steadily progressed through the ranks, serving as a town board member, OCYFL board member, and now proudly hold the position of league president.
A former high school football player and coach, I bring decades of experience, leadership, and commitment to fostering a positive environment for young athletes. My focus remains on developing not only skilled players but also well-rounded individuals, emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship. My enduring love for the game and dedication to the community helps me to continue to drive the league forward.
RICK CEGLIO
Rick joined the Orange County Youth Football League (OCYFL) in 2020 as a commissioner and served in that role until 2024, when he was elected Vice President. He has led the Newburgh Goldbacks Youth Football League as President since 2017, after first joining the organization in 2015. With a strong background in technology and community leadership, Rick brings a modern, kid-focused approach to OCYFL, helping the league grow and adapt to provide the best possible experience for its young athletes.
CHARLOTTE MATTICE
Charlotte has served on the Board of Directors of the Monticello Youth Football and Cheerleading League, Inc since 2007, bringing over a decade of dedicated organizational leadership to the role. In 2016, she also took on the position of Secretary for the Orange County Youth Football League, where her attention to detail and commitment to community engagement continue to make a lasting impact. With a passion for keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes, Charlotte is a vital part of both leagues’ ongoing success.
JOHN CASHMAN
LEWIS SZYMANSKI
EDDIE BISHOP
JAMIE FERRAZZANO
Jamie Ferrazzano is a Commissioner with the OCYFL and the President of Washingtonville Youth Football & Cheerleading League (WYFCL) and is proud to be a member of both organizations. Jamie shares the same core beliefs as the OCYFL and WYFCL and respects and appreciates that we are all Volunteers who are here for the kids.
ANNA ROMERO
GINGER HOFFMAN
ASHLEY DELGADO
Ashley joined the OCYFL in 2025. She been a part of youth sports for 12 years and continue to make strides in providing a safe and happy environment for our kids!
