Blue Star Youth Football and Cheerleading Association Inc.

Overview

Blue Star Youth Football and Cheerleading Association Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing recreational football and cheerleading opportunities to youth. It was founded in 1970 by A.Q. Hance in Mechanicsville, Virginia, initially known as the Pearson's Corner Youth Football Association. The organization offers a safe and drug-free environment for children to learn the fundamentals of football and cheerleading[1].

History

The association was formed with the goal of creating a community-driven sports organization. In its early years, the team uniforms were orange, black, and white, and the team was briefly known as the "Wreckers." A name change occurred later to align with local historical traditions, resulting in the "Blue Star" appellation, which reflects the "Blue Star Memorial Highway" nearby[1].

Expansion and Participation

Today, Blue Star Youth Football and Cheerleading Association Inc. supports over 400 athletes in mechanicsville, with around 100 adults involved as directors, coaches, committee members, and volunteers. The organization is part of the broader community effort to promote youth development through sports[1].

Financial Operations

As reported in financial summaries, the organization had revenues of approximately $30.3 thousand and expenses of about $32.7 thousand in 2019. It maintained total assets of $3.85 thousand and no recorded liabilities for the same year[3].

Community Involvement

Blue Star is committed to recognizing and honoring the sacrifices made by members of the United States Armed Forces. The organization often expresses gratitude to local military families and personnel, fostering a strong sense of community connection[1].