For the Love of the Game!
Join us this for the upcoming season NFL Flag Football Columbus
Why NFL FLAG?
Flag football is one of the fastest growing youth sports in the country. As a non-contact team sport, kids get all the physical, emotional, and social benefits of playing football, without the physical contact. But most of all, flag football is pure fun—no matter what your skill level. Teams compete 5 on 5, creating tons of engagement on the field at a fast-moving pace.
Here’s why over 500,000 athletes choose NFL FLAG football:
Learn the fundamentals of the game: Whether you’re new to the game, a seasoned player, or interested in making the transition to tackle, flag football is the perfect environment to develop your skills and improve your technique.
Non-contact sport: Simply put: no contact is allowed—like tackling, blocking, and screening—making flag football the right choice for many families. Plus, no contact also means no bulky, expensive equipment.
Accessibility: Everyone can play flag football. You don’t need a specific build or skill set. And with NFL FLAG leagues being co-ed, everyone can join in on the fun.
Play like the pros: NFL FLAG is the only flag football league that allows players to wear officially licensed NFL gear.
1. IS YOUR LEAGUE AN NFL FLAG LEAGUE? - The NFL FLAG stamp of approval is the ultimate sign of quality. With 1,600 locally operated leagues and over 500,000 youth athletes, NFL FLAG is the largest, most recognized flag football organization in the U.S.—and the only one where players wear official NFL gear. Check for the logo or search for a league near you on the official website at www.NFLFLAG.com.
2. WHO CAN PLAY? - NFL Flag Football Columbus is co-ed and offered to boys and girls ages 3 to 17 years old. From beginners to seasoned players, all skill levels are welcome! Teams compete 5 on 5, with a maximum of 10 players on each team.
3. WHERE ARE THE TEAMS LOCATED? - Leagues are currently available in Columbus, OH with additional locations being added. Stay tuned and check out our website for more locations soon!
4. DOES YOUR LEAGUE PROVIDE AN OPPORTUNITY TO PLAY AT THE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS AT EITHER PRO BOWL OR SUPER BOWL? - NFL FLAG hosts the largest and most high profiled flag football tournaments in the country. By playing in an NFL FLAG league, you get an exclusive opportunity for a chance to punch your way into one of these prestigious events.
5. WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH MY REGISTRATION? - Your registration secures your spot on a team for the entire season, and each team receives official NFL gear, including a jersey and flag belt. In fact, NFL FLAG is the only flag football league that allows players to wear officially licensed NFL gear.
6. WHAT ARE THE NFL FLAG RULES? - NFL FLAG is a non-contact sport. There’s no diving, blocking, screening, or tackling allowed. Instead, to “tackle” the person in possession of the ball, the opposing team needs to pull one or both of their flags off. For a complete list of NFL FLAG rules, visit our website.
7. How are Individual Players Placed on Teams? - This is a league designed to keep children in similar grades together with as much parody as possible. Therefore, individuals are placed on teams using a multitude of criteria including but not limited to grade, ability, experience, school, and buddy request. While all of this information is collected during registration team placement based on this criterion is not guaranteed. Refunds will not be issued due to team placement.
8. How many players are on a team? - Most teams have 8-10 players. However, we do reserve the right to stretch these guidelines if the league deems necessary.
9. Does the league supply uniforms? - Every Flag Football player in our program receives an NFL reversible team jersey and a flag belt to keep with your registration.
10. Who are the coaches? - Parent and Community volunteers. NFL Flag Columbus does not provide coaches. Once teams are assembled, parents will be recruited to coach their team. Training is provided for all parents who wish to be a coach. No experience is necessary. If we are unable to secure a coach for a particular team, that team may be refunded.
11. Who are the Officials and are they qualified? - Most of our referees are NFL Flag certified. Each official is trained, licensed, insured and certified through the state. They are very good at what they do and will call a fair game for both sides.
12. How much playing time can my child expect? - All of our programs promote participation, fun, and fundamentals. Coaches are required to fairly allocate playing time equally among all players on the team. We will do our best to assure all players receive equal playing time.
13. What do I get for my registration Fee? - A six to eight-week season including practices (depending on season), use of well-groomed fields, certified officials, NFL FLAG reversible team jersey and flag belt, interactive website, organized administration, and a lot of FUN for you and your child!
14. Are there playoffs?
15. Do all flag football players need mouth pieces? - It is absolutely mandatory that all players wear a mouthpiece before stepping on the field.
16. How do I register? - All of our registrations are taken online. For more information on the registration process click here.
17. What if it rains on game day? - You will be notified by us (or your coach or team parent). Only NFL Flag Football Columbus can cancel games. We will do our best to notify you of any cancellation as far in advance as possible. Please note we do play in the rain provided it is not lightning or a torrential downpour. We will make every effort to reschedule the game to a later date.