FLAG FOOTBALL FOR BOYS AND GIRLS
The foundation of youth sports is more than just learning the fundamentals. It’s about being a part of team and, most importantly, having fun.
The Elmwood Park Rush decided to have Flag Football designed to give BOYS and GIRLS of all abilities a chance to learn, play, and have a blast doing it!
Registration for 2024 Flag season is currently CLOSED!
FLAG FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
For ten (10) consecutive weeks, starting Sunday, April 7th, Flag Football is 2 hours every Sunday. The first hour is practice, and the second hour is the actual game. Start times on Sunday’s vary depending on the team and field availability. All practices and games take place at the Elmwood Park High School.
Just to be clear, both practices and games are ONLY on Sunday’s.
FLAG FOOTBALL REGISTRATION FEE
Our Registration Fee is $200.00 per Participant.
FLAG FOOTBALL DRILLS
Flag Football Drills are designed to boost the participants footwork, build their skill set, and give them the tools needed to improve their game.
LEAGUE, AGES & SKILLS
Our Flag Program is an In-House League, which welcomes participants ages 5 to 14 from the entire Chicagoland Area. It’s no contact, inclusive, and easy to learn. Many parents don’t realize that girls and boys of all abilities and sizes can learn how to play flag football. It’s no contact, inclusive, and easy to learn.
SET UP FOR TACKLE SUCCESS
Did you know that the skills learned in Flag Football transfer directly to tackle? For many tackle football families, Flag is a great starting point to improve technique and learn the fundamentals of the game, especially in the offseason. It’s the perfect introduction to catching, throwing, formations, routes, defensive skills, and more.
BUILDING TEAM PLAYERS
Flag Football is the ultimate team sport that teaches leadership, sportsmanship, and self-confidence. Our Flag Program gives every player a chance to make a big impact and learn valuable lessons both on and off the field.
KEEPING THE YOUTH SPORT FUN
The number one reason families love Flag is because it’s fun! Flag Football’s no-contact rule, combined with its team-oriented environment, makes it easy for kids to come together and play.
A GIRLS PATH TO COLLEGE
Girls across the country are fueling their passion for flag football and taking their game to the college level. In 2020, women’s flag football became a sanctioned college sport, with 15 National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) universities kicking off their leagues in 2021. The best part? They’re offering scholarships. Learn more about NAIA Women’s Flag Football.