The association is a non-profit organization established to foster the football program in the maple river area (isd #2135 which will include all or portions of the communities of mapleton, minnesota lake, amboy, good thunder, and their surrounding communities). the association exists to fulfill the football needs of the community and is the primary advocate of the entire program grades k-12. the association supports good sportsmanship and the sound development of football fundamentals within the community to ensure that participants in the program will have a positive and rewarding experience that will maximize personal and team growth. the association provides the atmosphere for learning football skills for both coaches and players. in order to encourage quality competition, the association sponsors membership in appropriate leagues.