The Collinsville Raiders were founded in 1970. The organization was started with only one football team. Shortly after they started, the Collinsville Jaycees took them under their wing and the Collinsville Raiders became known as the Collinsville Jaycee Raiders. In the early 1980's, the two organizations again separated and the Raiders became the organization they are today. Throughout the past 40 years, we are proud to say that we have grown and expanded to our present numbers of over 150 participants annually, which make up our football and cheerleading squads. The purpose of our program is to teach young people the skills and fundamentals of tackle football and cheerleading, but more importantly, to emphasize good health, self-discipline, teamwork, and self-respect, as well as respect for others. These are lessons that will serve them well all through life. Games are played every Saturday and Sunday from the second Saturday in September to the middle of November at our home field The Cory Wilson Memorial Field and also at away games in neighboring communities. We encourage each of you and your friends to come and support the hard work the players, cheerleaders, and coaching staffs put forth for their teams. The Collinsville Raiders consist of the Executive Board and the general membership which consists of coaches, parents, and supporters. The organization meets every last Wednesday of the month (no meeting in the month of December) at the Collinsville VFW. The need for new interested parents and community members IS NOW! Everyone has a standing invitation to join us. Since we are a self-supporting, not-for-profit organization, we have various fundraisers throughout the year. We need everyone's support and participation to make these successful all year long. For more information,  please talk to your coach or any Executive Board member.