Are you looking to add another sport for your child to try, or do you want them to stay active this Fall?? NFL Flag Football is a fast-growing sport for all experience levels!
GET READY TO RUN, THROW, JUMP AND FLY
In this game, there’s a position for everyone. No matter who you are, flag is your chance to run, throw, jump, and fly. This is your chance for your child to get involved in the action and join the flag football movement.
What is NFL Flag Football All About?
5 vs. 5, non-contact, recreational, co-ed format. Teams limited to 10-11 players to maximize playing time. This is an exceptional program for first-time players who want to learn the fundamentals of football. This is also a wonderful opportunity for players who want to continue enhancing their skills before taking the next leap into tackle football. There are no try-outs! Everyone participates!
Participants will receive an NFL FLAG reversible jersey and flag belt, theirs to keep! All 32 NFL Clubs will be represented!
Not ready to take on league play? No worries we have a starter program for kids ages 4-5 year olds. Our Touchdown for Tots program is We recommend all first-year players that are ages 4 & 5 to choose this option instead of the regular league.
* The program consists of a 6 week season with a 1-hour session each week.
* Each session will focus on different skills and drills to teach the participants the fundamentals of football, and in the later weeks work into some scrimmages against the other Tots groups in the league.
* The program will be instructed by volunteer coaches.
* Participants will all receive a Touchdown for Tots participation t-shirt, a flag belt, and an end-of-season award, that is included in the registration cost.
More kids are playing flag football than ever before, and we can see why – it’s engaging, inclusive, and ridiculously fun. The best part is, that anyone can learn to play flag football. You don’t need a certain build, skill set, or prior experience, and both girls and boys can sign up to play! The most important rule in flag football is that there’s no contact allowed, including tackling, diving, blocking, screening or fumbles.
Benefits of Flag Football:
Health benefits: Football is a fast moving game with a lot of variety. Players run, jump, quickly change direction, and stop and start, which improves cardiovascular health. Practice drills, complex running routes and defensive techniques all encourage speed, strength, and stamina. And these activities also engage motor skills, specifically hand and eye coordination. Plus, a recent study found that playing football has positive effects on bone strength.
Teamwork: Youth football teaches kids accountability, leadership, and the impact of positive sportsmanship. Every position has a purpose and to execute a play successfully, each individual needs to fulfill their responsibility, while working together—a skill that’s valuable both on and off the field.
Discipline: Learning routes, repetitive drills, and executing proper technique take a high level of discipline—and football players do it time and time again. Each practice is laying the foundation for a strong work ethic that kids will use throughout their lives. And this is one of the biggest benefits of football.
Mental toughness: Sports are a great platform to build mental toughness. Whether it’s making a mistake on the field or needing to comeback from a major upset, setbacks are bound to happen. And to move forward, players must learn how to persevere. Football provides a lot of opportunities to improve mental toughness, from remaining calm under pressure to focusing during chaotic situations.
Socialization: Football teaches kids how to effectively communicate and work well with others. After all, one player can’t do everything. They rely on each other—what a better way to make long-lasting friendships? Layer this with learning to respect and receive direction from authority (aka coaches) and you have a range of socialization skills.
No Contact: Flag football is a non-contact sport, meaning there’s no tackling, diving, blocking, screening or fumbles allowed. Therefore, players aren’t required to wear any heavy equipment, such as helmets and shoulder pads. This creates an approachable atmosphere where kids can learn how to play and develop their skills without the aspect of physical contact.
Accessibility: Flag football is an incredibly inclusive sport and opens the doors to many players, including female athletes. In fact, the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) plans to launch the first college sanctioned women’s flag football league in the spring of 2021.
Learn the fundamentals: There’s a common myth that flag football doesn’t prepare kids for tackle football—and that simply isn’t true. The basic fundamentals taught in flag football directly transfer to tackle, including catching, throwing, formations, routes, and defensive skills. For example, the way defensive players are required to square up their body and align their head and knees is the exact positioning needed to physically tackle an opponent.
Easy commitment: With most leagues only meeting once per week, many families happily squeeze flag football into their packed schedules. Typically, teams practice for about 45 minutes before their game, and then the game itself is usually an hour or less. Of course, some high-level competitive leagues offer more playing time, if that’s something you’re looking for.
It’s fun!: Plain and simple, flag football is loads of fun. With fewer players on the field, there’s more engagement and a faster speed of play. Games are quick, competitive and every drive counts, especially in tournaments. It’s the version of football you loved playing in your backyard—why ever stop?
What Other Parents Are Saying About Flag Football?
“We love the league because they really focus on having fun and developing a love for the sport! With these young kids there is no need to become super competitive. Just develop a desire to play as well as skills. The competitive leagues shouldn’t start until they are teenagers in my opinion. Our son played his first season this past spring and looks forward to fall!”
“This will be the first season for my 6 year old he is so excited. We love watching football as a family, and my son has begged us to try flag football. Can’t wait for the season!”
How to Register:
Registration is May 1st – July 28th, 2024. Late registration will continue after and will be dependent on open spaces left on teams with possible additional fees. September 8th to October 20th and a makeup date if needed due to weather will be October 27th. Early Bird registration ending May 31st with $20 using code 113645.
Grades: Pre-K-8th grade
Ages: 4-14
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