The Pirates Youth Football Organization PYFO) was established in 1968 by the late William (Bill) Ro
02/25/2026
Pirates Friends and Family!
We are more than an Athletic Organization. As a Pilar in the community, our intentions are to show up for and in the community in which we live, work, play, and support. If time permits, please engage in this event. It is our responsibility to show up for our youth in the field of play as well as in school, home, and while they navigate life. In Pirate Fashion, All For One, One For All!🏴☠️🏈👑
02/06/2026
Community - Good Morning!
We’re excited to announce that Pirate Alumn & Colorado Senate President James Coleman is hosting his 3rd Annual Black Student Excellence Award Ceremony. This event was created to recognize and honor Black high school students in the Denver Metro Area who are achieving in and out of the classroom. Please encourage eligible students you know to apply by March 31st.
Eligibility Requirements:
Black high school student (9th-12th grade) in the Denver Metro Area
Weighted, cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher
Demonstration of community, civic or leadership service
Letter of recommendation from a school or community leader
Not a previous recipient of President Coleman’s Black Student Excellence Award
Among our first 75 qualified applicants - deadline is March 31, 2026
Here is the link to the application: https://qrco.de/2026Award
Note: Active Google account required to submit the application.
We Continue to Salute You! Keep being a Vessel!
12/29/2025
TONIGHT!
Come One - Come All! We will be Celebrating Kwansaa as a Community! It’s Only Right for Pirate Family be front and Center. Hope to see many of you in Attendance! 🏴☠️👑
12/11/2025
December 15th, 2018, the City and County of Denver, the State of Colorado, and the Mayor’s Office officially proclaimed Pirates Day in recognition of the Park Hill Pirates’ decades of impact, leadership, and community strength. But instead of using the day to celebrate ourselves, we turned it into something bigger. Pirates Giving Day, which has become our day to serve and give back to the same community that has always given to us.
This year, our weekend of service is deeper and more meaningful than ever as we honor one of our own, Davarie Armstrong.
Davarie Armstrong wasn’t just a participant; he was a true Pirate. A lifetime athlete. A standout student. A 4.0 GPA scholar. A young man with discipline, joy, and promise.
His life was tragically taken at just 17 years old in July 2020, a loss that shook our program, our kids, and our entire community. In response to that unimaginable pain, his mother, Angel Shabazz, turned her grief into purpose and founded the The DJ Armstrong Foundation, a beacon for families navigating the same violence and trauma.
Partnering with this foundation isn’t symbolic; it’s personal and necessary, and we need your assistance to make this day of service one to remember.
Join Us: Saturday, December 13th, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM - Girls Inc. of Metro Denver 1499 Julian St. Denver 80204 Toy & Coat Drive with the DJ Armstrong Foundation. Together, we’ll distribute toys, coats, and hygiene packs at an event built on love, remembrance, and service.
Then you can join us on:
Sunday, December 14th, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Skyland Park - Skyland Park 3380 Holly St. Denver, 80207
Park Hill Neighborhood Clean-Up
We close the weekend by taking care of home, honoring the neighborhood that shaped us. We will clean up Skyland Park, and the Holly Square area. Boyz and Girls Club, Center for African American Health, Hope Center.
Sign Up
https://forms.gle/wH5BbLUqEds2gDNf7
Even though the official Pirates Giving Day falls on Monday, December 15th, we’re celebrating it the way it was always meant to be celebrated
With action. With heart. With community.
This is the Pirate way.
All For One. One For All. All For The Team.
🏈🏴☠️☠️🩵❤️☠️🏴☠️🏈
12/02/2025
We’re excited to share that this Thursday, Cuba Cuba Sandwicheria is hosting an all-day fundraiser in support of our 9U Park Hill Pirates on their journey to Nationals.
25% of your order will go directly to the team when you tell them you’re with the Park Hill Pirates.
If you’d like to support before Thursday, our donation link remains open and every contribution helps us close the gap toward our goal.
Donate: https://givebutter.com/fdHnvh
Thank you, Pirates Family, for continuing to lift these boys up.
11/27/2025
THANKFUL FOR OUR PIRATES COMMUNITY.
As many families spend today resting and getting time with loved ones, we want to say how thankful we are for this community. Your support — from families, donors, and a partner who covered team flights — has already helped us reach $9,685 toward our Nationals campaign.
Today’s focus is continuing to build momentum by reaching 10K.
Since it’s the 27th, we’re hoping for 27 people to give $20 to help us cross this milestone.
Every share, every dollar, and every show of support helps our boys continue their journey to the National Championships and represent Park Hill, Denver, and Colorado on the national stage.
Support the journey:
Link in bio on Instagram
https://givebutter.com/fdHnvh
All for one. One for all. All for the team.
11/27/2025
HISTORY IN THE MAKING
Every challenge we have launched has been blown out of the water, thanks to the incredible support from our families, friends, and community partners.
Because of this momentum, we are rolling out our $10K by the end of Turkey Day challenge early.
We have raised $9,260 and are almost halfway to our $20K goal.
Your support helps cover:
• transportation
• equipment
• lodging
• meals for our athletes
Our athletes travel next week.
If you believe in giving kids opportunities to shine, we would love your support today.
Link in bio to donate.
11/05/2025
The Park Hill Pirates are coming to Vegas — 9U through 12U, locked in and loaded.
This isn’t just a trip…
It’s a takeover.
All for One. One for All. ALL for the Team.
11/02/2025
7u CFL champs!!! Congratulations boys!!! 🏴☠️🏴☠️🏴☠️🏴☠️
11/02/2025
And the conclusion…. 12u with the CFL championship 🏆🏴☠️
11/01/2025
10u with a CFL championship 🏆🏴☠️
The Pirates Youth Football Organization PYFO) was established in 1968 by the late William (Bill) Roberts, a prominent businessman and politician in the great city of Denver. The Pirates have proudly influenced young people to become, lawyers, doctors, politicians, attorneys, professional athletes, community leaders and hard working citizens. Impacting thousands of young men and women across the city, some of our proud Pirates Alumn are Denver Mayor Michael Hancock, Colorado State Representative James Coleman, DU Basketball Head Coach Rodney Billups, NBA Superstar and Finals MVP Chauncey Billups, NFL Superstars Calais Campbell, Lendale White, and Daniel Graham (honorary), Dr. Ryan Ross, Herman White Sr., Herman White Jr., Mikoyan Watson, Allen Webb, Roman Hollowell, Thal Woods, and so many more. Many Pirates players have gone to college on academic and athletic scholarships, graduated and are now reaching back in their communities to lend a helping hand. Our Alumni's willingness to support, mentor, and partner with us over the years has helped create a level of tradition within our organization and instilled a great sense of pride in our young men and the Park Hill Community.
The PYFO is an extraordinary program that has made a tremendous impact within the city of Denver, the state of Colorado and the Park Hill community. With the neighborhood of Park Hill having had it's many challenges with gangs and gun violence, the PYFO has taken the necessary steps to consistently challenge our youth. We take pride in being CHANGE AGENTS so we continue to create other opportunities that will divert their attention toward more constructive activities. We have introduced Engineering Camps, tutoring and mentoring camps, Afterschool Enrichment Programs, Mentoring and much more. It is our mission as an organization to ensure our players are prepared for the next level in life, in the classroom and on the field.
As we continue our journey of developing young great minds, the PYFO is always in search of the best community and corporate partners who share our passion for changing the lives of our youth and we look forward to building more great individuals in our community.
| Monday | 5pm - 7pm |
| Tuesday | 5pm - 7pm |
| Wednesday | 5pm - 7pm |
| Thursday | 5pm - 7pm |
| Friday | 5pm - 7pm |
| Saturday | 8am - 5pm |