Where young athletes grow, compete, and lead

Welcome to the Jr. Wildcats

The Jr. Wildcat Athletic Association’s aim is to give the youth of our community the necessary exposure and training for sports in their early childhood and middle school stages of development, where we will create teams, leagues, and or camps for grades 3rd - 8th, focusing specifically on instructional development, and preparing the kids of our community for high school athletics.

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2026 Fall Registration

Jr. Wildcats Football

Register today for the 2026 Fall Jr. Wildcats football season.

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Our Vision

To be a model youth athletic program that inspires excellence through character, discipline, and heart. We aim to create an environment where every player feels valued, driven and supported athletically, and personally. By nurturing strong relationships and true team spirit, we envision a future where our athletes carry the lessons of football into every aspect of their lives.
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Our Mission

The Jr. Wildcat League aspires to develop young athletes into well-rounded individuals by teaching the fundamentals of football through a foundation of positive motivation, strong work ethic, and accountability. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, teamwork, and relationship building while encouraging every athlete to find purpose both on and off the field.
We support academic achievement as a key component of success and strive to build leaders who contribute positively to their team, school and community.
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Our History

Activating his vision and recognizing the need for a feeder program, In 2025, Dontrell Jackson Sr. met with like-minded individuals to form and establish the Jr. Wildcats Athletic Association. What began as a small group of dedicated volunteers with a big dream has grown into a movement with a clear purpose. We look forward to building a thriving organization that will empower and inspire thousands of young people to achieve their goals both on and off the field.

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Our Programs

At Jr. Wildcats, we offer a variety of programs designed to meet the unique needs of young people in our community. From academic support and career readiness to sports and recreation, our programs provide young people with the skills, knowledge, and experience they need to succeed in life.

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Honoring the Legacy of Jacquice Baylock

Read His Story
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Meet Our Amazing Team

Our Jr. Wildcat Board Members

Contact Us

Address

15001 Broadway Ave. Harvey, IL 60426