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Why is Age Verification Required in Flag Football?
As parents, we’ve all walked up to a sports event for our 6 year old only to find the competitors look ready for college (like in this viral story). It raises questions about fair play and safety. And there is...
(image courtesy of Cory Dunn) Flag football is the fastest growing sport in the world. And for good reason. Whether you're a traditional football fan, have tried other sports, can't remember the last time you laced up your sneakers, or are a...
When Should My Kids Start Playing Flag Football?
Flag football’s been around for decades, but it still feels like the relative “new kid on the block” compared to its tackle counterpart. But get this– according to The New York Times, more kids ages 6 to 12 are playing flag...
The Rise of Girls Flag Football
Fun Fact: Women have been playing football for more than 60 years. *mind blown* Yup, the first women’s tackle leagues started in the 1960s and the first organized flag league started just ten years later. Despite such a deep history...
Football’s more than just learning how to throw or catch a ball. It’s a classroom. And the lessons learned on the Gridiron last far beyond a season. In fact, the kids in our program will carry these with them their...
Flag Football, the Future of the NFL Pro Bowl
It's been a great month for football! Of course we all love a good Super Bowl match-up (and this year's game couldn't have been closer!). But hope you didn't miss the 2023 NFL Pro Bowl the week prior. If you...
What’s in your flag football gear bag?
One of the many things we love about flag football is that it doesn’t require fancy equipment to play. In fact, you only need a few essentials! To make it easy, we’ve put together a list of items that will...
NFL Pro Bowl Skills Competition 2023: Flag Football Takes Center Stage
The NFL announced the skills competition for the 2023 Pro Bowl Games on Thursday which includes seven-on-seven flag football games and dodgeball. Here’s what you need to know: The competitions include three flag football games, dodgeball, longest drive and best catch....
Women's Flag Football a Growing League in Boynton Beach, Florida
This season marks the second for the adult women’s league in Boynton Beach, Florida. “Being a mom, we don’t have to sit on the stands all the time,” shares Brianne Hill (mom of 3 and Gridiron athlete for team Hot Flashes)....