Summer Flag Football

NFL FLAG, offered by RYFA, is an exciting opportunity for boys and girls going into grades K-5th for the 2025-2026 school year! Open to all area communities, this non-contact, recreational, co-ed league is designed for athletes of all skill levels—whether your child is a first-time player or looking to build on existing football skills.

We focus on keeping teams small, ensuring that each player gets maximum playing time and the chance to develop their skills. This is an ideal program for beginners who want to learn the fundamentals of football, as well as for players who want to continue improving before transitioning to tackle football.

Participants will receive an NFL reversible jersey and flag belt to keep as part of their gear, and they’ll enjoy two nights of flag activities each week, including practices and games. While team schedules will be finalized soon, rest assured that this league offers a fun, supportive environment where every player can thrive. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity—sign up today and let your child experience the excitement of NFL FLAG football!

As with every youth sport, WE NEED VOLUNTEERS! All coaching positions are filled by volunteers and we will need families to step up and help. As a thank you to those who sign up to volunteer, we will be offering the following...

• Coaches will have their own athlete on their team and can choose ONE other player or assistant coach to be on their team!  
• A playbook and coaching materials will be provided. No experience necessary!
• Each coach will receive a free RYFA Coach's t-shirt
• A pre-season coaches meeting will be held to answer any questions 

The season will begin Mid-June and will run through end of July. Registration for K-5th will open on April 1st. (Grade they will be attending in the Fall of that season)

We offer a 7v7 league for our 6th, 7th and 8th graders. 

The season will have 8 games and 2 practices with an additional playoff bracket to end the season.

Registration fee: $150

Registration opens: April 1st, 2026

Registration close: May 15th, 2026

Season Start: June 15th, 2026

Season end: July 30th, 2026

Above Dates are tentative (Exact days and times are subject to change based on final registration)

All COACHES MUST COMPLETE Trusted coaches SAFETY TRAINING

Safety training is mandatory for all coaches within RYFA. The training covers abuse awareness, reporting, and player safety. Refresher courses will be every two years.

History

In 2018, Congress passed The Protecting Young Victims from Sexual Abuse and Safe Sport Authorization Act of 2017 (the SafeSport Act). The legislation is aimed at preventing and reporting child abuse in youth sports by expanding the categories of “mandatory reporters” and requiring organizations to provide enhanced training. 

Click here to view the Safe Sport Authorization Act

SafeSport Reporting

Click here to report a concern

In addition to requiring training, the SafeSport Act also expands the definition of mandatory reporter to include any “adult who is authorized, by a national governing body, a member of the national governing body…to interact with a minor or amateur athlete at an amateur sports organization facility or at any event sanctioned by a national governing body, a member of a national governing body, or such an amateur sports organization.” RYFA urges all adults to understand their reporting obligations outlined below.