BRIEF HISTORY
Madison Junior Football was founded in 1962 by long time Jr. Football
coaches Tony Ariano, Lou Romano and High School Coach Ted Monica.
With help from Madison Football enthusiasts Al Chiarlanzio (Alfred’s
Sport Shop). Coach Monica was the Madison High School Football coach
from 1955 until 1980.
Coach Monica and Madison Football Boosters decided that to give Madison
a successful High School program, teaching and learning of the Game had
to start at a younger age. Coach Ariano and Coach Romano started
a single intra squad team which due to it’s success, turned into
a four team, 20 coach program shortly after.
Madison Junior Football’s mission was simple,
promote the game of football to our youth in Madison in a positive and
constructive manner.
The success of the Madison Junior Football helped propel the High
School program to one of the most recognized teams in New Jersey through
its teaching of discipline, commitment, and proper technique toward a
common philosophy. Madison Junior Football always had pride in sending
knowledgeable, tough and enthusiastic football players to the high school
program. This proud tradition continues today and is expanding in
size due to the solid character of the volunteers, parents and players
involved. We have grown into a six team program with approximately
36 coaches.
As we try to keep up with the growing demands to be competitive and successful,
we’re always learning new ways to keep the teachings fresh - and
most importantly - FUN!!