Welcome to The San Fernando Valley Chargers

Building Champions On and Off the Field

Empowering youth across Woodland Hills, Canoga Park, Reseda, Northridge, Van Nuys, Panorama City, North Hollywood and surrounding San Fernando Valley communities through football, cheer, and mentorship.

About us

Empowering the Next Generation

The San Fernando Valley Chargers Youth Football and Cheer is a 501(c)(3) non-profit founded by NFL Legend Dashon Goldson and six-time world champion boxer Zab Judah.

We are proud members of Pop Warner. Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for young athletes to grow physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Led by NFL Legends

Programs

Football and Cheer for Every Skill Level

Develop athleticism, teamwork, and confidence — no experience required!

Learn from Champions

The San Fernando Valley Chargers are led by an exceptional team that includes retired NFL player Dashon Goldson, a First-Team All-Pro Free Safety. With two Pro Bowl selections and appearances in Super Bowls XLVII and LI, Goldson exemplifies a commitment to empowering youth through sports.

Zab Judah, a Hall of Fame boxer and undisputed six-time world champion, is a co-founder of the Chargers, bringing a vision of mentorship and the transformative power of athletics to the organization.

The leadership is further enhanced by legendary former NFL player Reggie Bush, a Super Bowl champion with the New Orleans Saints and a Heisman Trophy winner from USC. Renowned for his explosive speed and versatility, Bush is celebrated for his strong running style and ability to perform under pressure.

Together, this remarkable leadership team is committed to providing world-class mentorship to the youth of Los Angeles, leveraging sports as a powerful means of empowerment, discipline, and opportunity. Their collective experience and insights not only foster athletic development but also instills essential life values, inspiring young athletes to reach their full potential.

Importat Information:

Preseason Conditioning: (Sundays, Starting March 8, 2026 from 10:00am-Noon)

Official Season Start date: July 15, 2026

July and August practices: 4 days per week, for a maximum of 10 hours per week.

Practice after August: 3 days per week, 2 hours

Minimum practice time before tackling: Each player is required to fulfill 10 hours of practice/conditioning prior to tackle and contact drills. The safety of our players is paramount! Players will be instructed in proper hitting form prior to tackle drills.

Inter-squad scrimmages will begin after the 20 hours of conditioning is completed by all players.

Game Play

Games will be on Saturdays.

First game will be played last weekend of August (Games might be played Labor Day weekend).

Our home field is Crespi High School Football Field.

The SFV Chargers are part to the Southern California Pop Warner Conference. Travel will be required for some games to areas such as: Torrance, Watts, Culver City, Pasadena, Palmdale, etc.

Arrival time: at least one hour prior to game start.

Community Impact

Changing Lives, One Play at a Time

We believe every child deserves access to positive mentorship and physical activity. Our program engages at-risk youth, providing structure, support, and a sense of belonging. Through teamwork and discipline, our players gain lifelong friendships and learn values that extend far beyond the field.

100+ Elite Youth Participants & Top Prospects

Partnered with Private Schools & Local Businesses

Mentorship from NFL Legends & Sports Champions

Events

Upcoming Events & Community Highlights

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practice

Date: June 7, 2026

Time: 10AM-Noon

Location: Crespi High School (5031 Alonzo Ave, Encino)
Hosted By: SFV Chargers Football & Cheer

Join us in building an elite Football & Cheer program for our upcoming 2026 season! Come out June 7, 2026 as we host our open practice for all our new, prospective and current players. We believe every child deserves access to positive mentorship and physical activity. Our program engages at-risk youth, providing structure, support, and a sense of belonging. Through teamwork and discipline, our players gain lifelong friendships and learn values that extend far beyond the field.