Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Youth Sports Programs in Phillipsburg
Established in 1947, our organization was founded by Phillipsburg residents Robert Paulus and Robert Richards, who created the first baseball field for local youth behind Hill Street. Under Athletic Director Tootie Ritz, we expanded to football in the 1950s, adopting the Bulldogs name. Today, we serve children aged 5-14 across six sports, emphasizing sportsmanship, teamwork, and athletic fundamentals. Our volunteer-driven programs include Warren County Midget Football League participation, with 20-0 undefeated seasons in 2015-2016. We maintain two active fields and engage in community events like the Norwescap Clean-Up and Scarecrow Contest.Our board of five elected members oversees operations, while dedicated coordinators manage individual sports programs. We provide structured leagues for flag football through varsity levels, baseball divisions from T-Ball to Juniors, competitive cheerleading teams, and basketball programs for grades 1-8. Our 65-year legacy continues teaching life skills through athletics, with registration open annually through TeamLinkt. The Brown and Gold tradition remains a source of community pride, inviting families to join our enduring sports family.
Services
Football
Baseball
Cheerleading
Softball
Basketball
Wrestling
Details
- Year established: 1947
Highlights and features
- 65-year legacy of youth sports development in Phillipsburg
- Multi-sport programs for ages 5-14 with competitive divisions
- Community engagement through local events and clean-up initiatives
- Proven success with undefeated football seasons and championship teams
- Volunteer-driven organization with dedicated coordinators for each sport
What people say
Great community involvement
Championship football teams
Structured age divisions
Competitive cheer success
Longstanding tradition
Services
Football
Warren County Midget Football League programs for ages 5-14 with flag, pee-wee, biddy, and midget divisions. Features undefeated 20-0 seasons in 2015-2016. Coached by experienced staff including Head Coach Lenard Brice for varsity levels.
Cheerleading
Football cheer teams for K-8th grade and competition squads. Includes community event participation and fundraising activities. Registration includes mandatory fundraiser component. Coordinated by Nicole Jones with competitive success against high school teams.
Baseball
Multi-division baseball programs from T-Ball (ages 5-7) through Juniors (ages 13-14). Features structured age-based levels with experienced coaching staff. Registration open annually through TeamLinkt platform.
Basketball
Community Basketball League membership for grades 3-8 with beginner Lil Ballers program for grades 1-2. Includes skills development and competitive games. Annual $100 registration includes fundraising component.
Softball
Structured softball programs with coordinator Tina Longacre. Registration available through TeamLinkt platform. Age-specific divisions for appropriate skill development and competitive play.
People
John Turnbull
Board President
Oversees all recreational activities as elected board president. Coordinates with sports directors and manages organizational operations. Provides leadership for the 65-year-old youth sports organization.
Tina Longacre
Vice President
Manages softball programs and coordinates with other sports directors. Handles organizational logistics and community engagement initiatives. Serves as elected board member with email contact tinalongacre@yahoo.com.
Jeff Gitto
Athletic Director
Directs athletic programs and ensures quality sports instruction. Coordinates coaching staff and maintains league standards. Provides oversight for all youth sports divisions and training protocols.
Pete Antonelli
Football Coordinator
Manages football programs including registration, scheduling, and coaching assignments. Handles communication through peteantonelli99@gmail.com. Coordinates game schedules and league participation details.
Nicole Jones
Cheerleading Coordinator
Organizes cheerleading teams and competition schedules. Oversees fundraising activities and community event participation. Maintains communication through shbulldogscheer@yahoo.com for program inquiries.
Questions
What sports does Steele Hill Bulldogs offer?
We offer football, baseball, cheerleading, softball, basketball, and wrestling programs for youth athletes aged 5-14.
How do I register for sports programs?
Registration is available through TeamLinkt platform at https://app.teamlinkt.com/register/find/steelhillbulldogs with coordinator contact options provided.
What age groups are eligible?
Programs available for children aged 5-14 with specific divisions for different age ranges in each sport.
Are there competitive teams?
Yes, including championship football teams and competitive cheerleading squads that compete against regional teams.
How is the organization managed?
Five elected board members oversee operations, with sport-specific coordinators managing individual program details and logistics.
What community activities are involved?
Participation in Norwescap Clean-Up events, Scarecrow Contest, and other local initiatives through volunteer efforts.
