Flag Football in Oklahoma: Schools, Leagues & Community

 

Welcome to the Flag Football Resource Center (FFRC), your online destination for everything related to the sport of flag football in Oklahoma. In this blog post, we will give you an overview of the leagues, schools, and community groups playing flag football in the state. Whether you are a parent or a player, a beginner or a veteran, we hope you will find something useful and interesting here. Thank you for reading our blog and supporting our website.

If you wish to add your game to our list, please REGISTER and add your game in the comments or email us at info@flagfootball.com and we will be happy to include it. Now, let’s get started with the introduction to flag football in Oklahoma.   ~Coach Mike & The Team

 

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Statewide Leagues

There are many flag football leagues, community organizations and school programs in Oklahoma that offer flag football for different age groups, skill levels and genders. Here are some of the options you can explore:

Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association (OSSAA): This is the official governing body of high school sports in Oklahoma. OSSAA organizes flag football competitions for high school girls in the fall season. You can watch live and on-demand games on the NFHS Network website. You can also find information about the rules, regulations, schedules, brackets, scores and stats on the OSSAA website. To participate in OSSAA flag football, you need to be enrolled in a member school that offers the sport. You can contact your school’s athletic director or coach for more details.

Oklahoma Flag Football Association (OFFA): This is a non-profit organization that promotes and develops flag football in Oklahoma. OFFA runs several flag football leagues for youth and adults throughout the year. You can find information about the leagues, locations, registration dates/costs and contact information on the OFFA website. You can also follow them on Facebook for updates and news.

Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation Department: This is a municipal department that provides recreational services and facilities for the residents of Oklahoma City. The department offers flag football programs for youth and adults in the spring and fall seasons. You can find information about the programs, locations, registration dates/costs and contact information on the department’s website. You can also call 405-297-1424 or email sports@okc.gov for more inquiries.

Tulsa Parks: This is a division of the City of Tulsa that manages parks and recreation facilities and programs for the community. Tulsa Parks offers flag football leagues for youth and adults in the spring and fall seasons. You can find information about the leagues, locations, registration dates/costs and contact information on the Tulsa Parks website. You can also call 918-596-2520 or email tulsaparks@cityoftulsa.org for more questions.

Norman Parks and Recreation Department: This is a city department that provides parks, trails, recreation facilities and programs for the citizens of Norman. The department offers flag football leagues for youth and adults in the spring and fall seasons. You can find information about the leagues, locations, registration dates/costs and contact information on the department’s website. You can also call 405-366-5472 or email recreation@normanok.gov for more assistance.

Friday Night Lights Youth Flag Football program, which is affiliated with the NFL Flag Football program. This program is open to boys and girls in grades K-8th, and you can sign up as a team or individually. The games are played on Fridays at Buck Thomas Park in Moore, Oklahoma. The program has two seasons: fall and spring. The registration fee is $180 per player, which includes a game jersey and a flag belt. You also need to have a team sponsor who can pay $250 to support the league. You can find more information and register online at https://www.oklahomafnl.com/ or https://www.moorefnl.com/.

– the Strike League, which is the first varsity girls flag football league in Oklahoma City, is sponsored by the Oklahoma City Public Schools Foundation and the NFL Foundation, and it aims to empower girls through sports and education. The league has 10 teams from different high schools in the district, and they compete in a 10-week season that culminates in a championship game. The games are played on Saturdays at various locations in Oklahoma City. The league also provides coaching clinics, mentorship programs, and scholarships for the participants. You can find more information and contact details at https://www.okcps.org/Page/6124.

– the OSSO Sports & Social flag football leagues and tournaments, which are open to men and women of all skill levels. The leagues are played on Sundays at various locations in Oklahoma City, such as Wheeler Park, Stars & Stripes Park, and South Lakes Park. The leagues have different formats, such as 7v7, 8v8, or 9v9, and they have different divisions, such as recreational, intermediate, or competitive. The registration fee varies depending on the league format and duration, but it usually ranges from $50 to $75 per player. You can find more information and register online at https://okc.ossosports.com/leagues?v=upcoming&sport=Flag%20Football.

– The Oklahoma Flag Football League on January 8-March 5 in Edmond. This is a coed flag football league for kids ages 4-14. The registration fee is $125 per player and the deadline is December 31. You can register online at https://football.exposureevents.com/176068/the-oklahoma-flag-football-league.

– The Oklahoma Adult Athletics is a league that welcomes all skill levels and offers 7v7 games on a 60 by 30 yard field with 7-yard end zones. The games last four quarters of 10 minutes each, with a 3 minute halftime and a 1 minute break between quarters. The league follows a set of rules that emphasize sportsmanship, fair play and safety. You can find the full rules on their website: https://www.okadultathletics.com/rules

The league operates in different locations around Oklahoma, such as Mustang, Yukon, Edmond and Norman. You can register as an individual or as a team for the upcoming season, which starts in January and ends in March. The registration fee is $65 per player or $500 per team, which includes a jersey, referees, field rental and insurance. You can register online at https://www.okadultathletics.com/register or contact the league director at (405) 837-1214 or okadultathletics@gmail.com.

 

Here is a complete list of all the gear you will need to play flag football.

 

Flag football soft cleats    metal cleats are NOT allowed in flag football.

Flag football headgear    soft, padded helmets, in some leagues these are MANDATORY, especially for kids under 14.

Flag football mouth guards   SO IMPORTANT for kids and MANDATORY for most leagues!

Flag football flags and belts    USUALLY supplied with your registration fee.

Flag Football Gloves    for those SERIOUS players wanting a little extra grip.

Flag Football Shorts    pockets are not allowed on your shorts.

Cheerleaders  everything you need to be a Flag Football Cheerleader!

Flag Football Sets These COMPLETE SETS come with flags, belts, end zone markers and more. Great for starting your very own backyard or community game!

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University of Oklahoma

If you are looking for a fun and exciting way to play American football without the physical contact, you might want to try flag football. Flag football is a sport where players wear flag belts that can be pulled by the opposing team to end a play, instead of tackling. Flag football is suitable for players of different skill levels and abilities, and it can help you improve your fitness, teamwork, and strategy.

One of the places where you can play flag football is at the University of Oklahoma, which has one of the most active intramural sports programs in the country. The university offers flag football leagues for students, faculty, and staff, as well as residential communities. You can choose from different categories, such as fraternity, men’s open, women’s open, coed, and faculty/staff. The leagues are played on the recreation fields on campus, which have artificial turf and lights.

The registration for the fall flag football season is open until September 5, and the games will start on September 10. You will need a fall sports pass to register, which is free for students living in OU housing and faculty/staff. The league format is one game per week over four weeks, followed by a single-elimination playoff. The games are officiated by trained student staff, and the rules are based on the National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA) guidelines.

If you are interested in joining or forming a flag football team, you can visit the intramural sports website at https://www.ou.edu/far/intramural-sports for more information. You can also contact Jonathan Dewhirst, the intramural sports coordinator, at (405) 325-3053 or jdewhirst@ou.edu. You can also download the event list or the calendar for the upcoming sports and events at the university.

 

Oklahoma City

The Oklahoma City Metro Flag Football League offers different divisions for men, women, co-ed, and youth teams of various skill levels. You can join as an individual or as a team, and enjoy the benefits of playing on well-maintained fields with certified referees and league standings.

The league runs two seasons per year: spring and fall. The spring season starts in March and ends in May, while the fall season starts in September and ends in November. Each season consists of eight regular season games and a single elimination playoff tournament. The registration fee is $450 per team, or $50 per individual. You can register online or by mail, but you need to do it before the deadline, which is usually two weeks before the season starts.

The league also partners with several community organizations and school programs to promote flag football among young players. Some of these partners are:

Go Deep Flag Football Academy: This is a youth flag football program that teaches the fundamentals of the game to kids aged 5 to 14. The program runs for six weeks in the summer, and costs $75 per player. You can find more information and register at https://godeepflagfootballacademy.com/.

Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation Department: This department offers flag football leagues for youth and adults at various locations throughout the city. The leagues run for eight weeks in the fall, and cost $300 per team for adults, or $25 per player for youth. You can find more information and register at https://www.okc.gov/departments/parks-recreation/sports/flag-football.

Oklahoma City Public Schools**: This district offers flag football as an intramural sport for middle school students. The program runs for six weeks in the spring, and is free of charge. You can find more information and contact your school’s athletic director at https://www.okcps.org/Page/293.

If you want to learn more about the Oklahoma City Metro Flag Football League, you can visit their website at https://ballcharts.com/teams/index.php?team=GODEEPFFBL. There you can find the league rules, schedule, standings, stats, photos, videos, and contact information. You can also follow them on Instagram at @godeepffbl to stay updated on the latest news and events.

– The Oklahoma City Winter Classic on December 4-5 in Oklahoma City. This is a 7v7 flag football tournament for boys and girls ages 8-18. The registration fee is $350 per team and the deadline is November 26. You can register online at https://football.exposureevents.com/176067/the-oklahoma-city-winter-classic.

Other options for playing flag football in Oklahoma City include i9 Sports. i9 Sports is the nation’s largest multi-sport provider focused solely on high-quality, community-based youth sports programs. They offer flag football leagues for kids ages 3 and up, with age-appropriate instruction, no tryouts, no drafts, and one day per week commitment. Here is a summary of the information you need to know about i9 Sports flag football in Oklahoma City:

– There are four locations where you can play flag football with i9 Sports: Edmond- Cheyenne Middle School (Saturday), Edmond- Edmond North High School (Sunday), Moore- Capitol Hill Baptist Church, and Norman- OU Recreation Fields.
– The registration dates and costs vary depending on the location and season. You can find the current and upcoming programs on their website: https://www.i9sports.com/franchises/oklahoma-city-ok/291
– The contact information for i9 Sports Oklahoma City is: Program Director Dustin Ault, Email dustin.ault@i9sports.com, Office 405-225-7048, Weather Hotline 405-225-7810
– You can also find more information about i9 Sports on their website, such as their mission, awards, partners, reviews, and opportunities.

i9 Sports is a great option for kids who want to learn and enjoy flag football in a safe and supportive environment. They teach the importance of good sportsmanship and healthy competition, and they have trained officials at every game. They also have a “When in Doubt Sit Out” Concussion Safety Policy and education for parents and coaches.

Oklahoma Adaptive Sports Association (OASA) is a nonprofit organization that provides adaptive sports opportunities for people with physical disabilities. OASA hosts wheelchair flag football clinics every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Santa Fe Family Life Center in Oklahoma City. This league is open to wheelchair athletes of all skill levels and ages. You can learn more about OASA and register for the clinics at https://www.oasa.org/wheelchair-football.

STRIKE LEAGUE was founded by Ben Ezugha, a former football player and coach who wanted to create a space for girls to enjoy the game he loves. He was inspired by the NFL’s youth programs and the inclusion of flag football in the 2028 Olympics.
– The league is open to girls in grades 9-12 who live in the Oklahoma City metro area. You can register online at https://www.strikeleague.co/ or contact the league at info@strikeleague.co.
– The registration fee is $150 per player, which includes a jersey, shorts, socks, mouthpiece and flag belt. The league also offers scholarships for players who need financial assistance.
– The season runs from February to May, with games played on Saturdays at various locations in Oklahoma City. The league follows the NFL Flag rules and regulations, which you can find at https://nflflag.com/rules.
– The league’s mission is to promote the growth of women’s athletics and football, as well as to foster teamwork, leadership, confidence and sportsmanship among the players. The league also hopes to make flag football an official varsity sport in Oklahoma high schools in the future.

– The OSSO Sports & Social (OSSO) is a local organization that offers co-ed adult flag football leagues and tournaments throughout the year. Here are some of the details you need to know:

– OSSO plays 8-on-8 co-ed flag football, which means you can join with your friends of any gender or skill level. You need at least 12 players on your roster, but if you don’t have enough, OSSO can help you find teammates.
– OSSO provides everything you need to play, including the fields, the refs, the flags, and even the jerseys. You just need to bring your own cleats and a winning attitude.
– OSSO has different seasons and locations for flag football, depending on the time of the year and the weather. You can choose from outdoor or indoor leagues, as well as 7-on-7 men’s leagues. The current and upcoming leagues are:
– Winter Indoor Flag Football at Soccer City OKC on Sundays, starting on January 28th. Registration is $65 per player or $650 per team. You can register here: https://okc.ossosports.com/leagues/flag-football/1866480-winter-indoor-flag-football-at-soccer-city-okc
– Spring Flag Football at Earlywine Park on Sundays, starting on March 22nd. Registration is $65 per player or $650 per team. You can register here: https://okc.ossosports.com/leagues/flag-football/1866481-spring-flag-football-at-earlywine-park
– Spring Flag Football at Mitch Park on Sundays, starting on March 22nd. Registration is $65 per player or $650 per team. You can register here: https://okc.ossosports.com/leagues/flag-football/1866482-spring-flag-football-at-mitch-park
– OSSO also hosts flag football tournaments throughout the year, where you can compete for prizes and glory. The next tournament is the Super Bowl Sunday Tournament on February 2nd at Earlywine Park. Registration is $300 per team. You can register here: https://okc.ossosports.com/tournaments/flag-football/1866483-super-bowl-sunday-tournament
– OSSO is not only about playing flag football, but also about having fun and socializing with other players. After every game, you can enjoy food and drink specials at OSSO’s partner bar, where you can mingle with your teammates and opponents.

 

Victory Sports

If you are looking for a Catholic alternative for youth sports, you might want to check out Victory Sports. Victory Sports is an association of Catholic sports leagues that brings together parish-based teams to teach children, grades 1-6, the beauty of the faith through the beauty of sport. They offer four sports: volleyball, basketball, soccer and flag football.

Flag football is a great way to introduce your child to the game of football without the risk of injury from tackling. It is also a great way to develop skills such as agility, coordination, teamwork and sportsmanship. Victory Sports flag football is open to boys and girls in grades 1-6. The teams are divided by grade level and gender.

The winter season of Victory Sports flag football runs from January to March. The registration fee is $125 per child, which includes a jersey, shorts and a mouth guard. The registration deadline is December 15th. You can register online at https://www.victoryyouthsports.org/leagues or by mail using the form on the website.

 

IM Leagues

IMLeagues is the official intramural sports website for over 1100 colleges and universities, used to run their entire intramural programs online for over 2.7 million registered users.

IMLeagues offers various flag football leagues for different skill levels, genders, and groups. You can join as an individual or as a team, and you can register online using your school email address. You can also view the schedules, standings, stats, and rules of each league on the website.

Some of the flag football leagues that are currently available or will be available soon are:

Co-Rec Competitive Flag Football League: This league is for mixed-gender teams that want to play at a high level of competition. The games are played on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Intramural Fields. The registration fee is $30 per team and the registration deadline is September 14.

Men’s Competitive Flag Football League: This league is for men’s teams that want to play at a high level of competition. The games are played on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Intramural Fields. The registration fee is $30 per team and the registration deadline is September 14.

Women’s Competitive Flag Football League: This league is for women’s teams that want to play at a high level of competition. The games are played on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Intramural Fields. The registration fee is $30 per team and the registration deadline is September 14.

Co-Rec Recreational Flag Football League: This league is for mixed-gender teams that want to play for fun and recreation. The games are played on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Intramural Fields. The registration fee is $30 per team and the registration deadline is September 14.

Men’s Recreational Flag Football League: This league is for men’s teams that want to play for fun and recreation. The games are played on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Intramural Fields. The registration fee is $30 per team and the registration deadline is September 14.

Women’s Recreational Flag Football League: This league is for women’s teams that want to play for fun and recreation. The games are played on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Intramural Fields. The registration fee is $30 per team and the registration deadline is September 14.

If you have any questions or concerns about the flag football leagues, you can contact the IMLeagues staff by email at support@imleagues.com or by phone at (866) 974-2603. You can also visit their website at https://www.imleagues.com/spa/portal/home for more information about their services and features.

 

NCSA Women’s Flag Football

If you are a high-school athlete who loves playing flag football and wants to pursue it at the college level, you might be interested in learning about the opportunities for women’s flag football scholarships in Oklahoma. Flag football is a fast-growing sport that offers many benefits, such as improving physical fitness, teamwork, leadership and self-confidence.

According to the NCSA portal, there are currently 1472 active high-school women’s flag football athletes in the country, and 40 coaches at 26 universities and colleges that offer women’s flag football athletic scholarships. However, none of these schools are located in Oklahoma, which means that if you want to play flag football in college, you will have to look for opportunities outside of your state. The NCSA portal can help you with that by providing you with a list of states that have schools offering women’s flag football scholarships, as well as detailed information on each school and coach. You can also create a free profile on the portal to get exposure to college coaches and increase your chances of getting recruited.

Some of the states that have schools offering women’s flag football scholarships are Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and Wisconsin. You can click on each state to see the specific schools and their contact information. For example, if you click on Florida, you will see that there are six schools offering women’s flag football scholarships: Bethune-Cookman University, Florida Memorial University, Keiser University-West Palm Beach Campus, Saint Thomas University-Florida Campus, Southeastern University-Florida Campus and Warner University. You can also see the name and email of each coach, as well as the division and conference of each school.

If you are interested in any of these schools or coaches, you can reach out to them via email or phone and express your interest in playing flag football for their program, or check the website: Oklahoma Women’s Flag Football Resource Guide (ncsasports.org) You can also send them your highlight video, academic transcript and athletic resume to showcase your skills and achievements. The NCSA portal can help you with creating these materials and giving you tips on how to communicate effectively with college coaches.

Playing flag football in college can be a rewarding experience that can help you grow as an athlete and a person. It can also help you pay for your education and earn a degree that can open many doors for your future. If you are passionate about flag football and want to pursue it at the next level, don’t let the lack of opportunities in Oklahoma discourage you. There are many schools and coaches across the country that are looking for talented players like you. All you need to do is take action and use the resources available to you to find the best fit for your goals and preferences. The NCSA Women’s Flag Football athletic scholarships portal is a great place to start your journey.

 

Yukon Area

The Oklahoma Adult Athletics League (OAAL) organizes flag football games at Score OKC, a sports facility located at 18509 N Meridian, about five miles east of Piedmont city limits in the Deer Creek school district. The OAAL was founded by Austin Starks, a former Mustang High School football player and a tax preparer. The league aims to help the community stay active and connected through sports.

The next flag football season starts on October 27 and lasts until mid-December. There are usually 10 teams per season, and each team can have up to 15 players. The only requirement to join is to be at least 18 years old and to want to have fun. The registration fee is $65 per player, which includes a jersey, insurance, referees, and trophies. To register, visit http://www.okadultathletics.com

 

Tulsa

– The Annual Oklahoma Gridiron Classic on November 12-14 in Tulsa. This is a 5v5 flag football tournament for boys and girls ages 6-14. The registration fee is $250 per team and the deadline is November 5. You can register online at https://football.exposureevents.com/176066/the-7th-annual-oklahoma-gridiron-classic.

Driven Flag Football is a program owned and operated by former NFL star Donald Driver. Driven Flag Football is part of the NFL Flag family and offers opportunities for youth to learn the fundamentals of football while promoting discipline, dedication and teamwork. Here are some of the details you need to know about Driven Flag Football:

– There are two locations where you can play: Grapevine, Texas and Tulsa, Oklahoma.
– The Grapevine location is launching an All Girls League in Spring 2023. The Tulsa location is hosting a golf tournament on August 12, 2022 to raise money for kids to participate in sports.
– The registration for the Tulsa Fall season is open until August 31, 2022. The registration for the Grapevine Spring season will open soon.
– The cost of registration varies depending on the location and the league. You can find more information on the website: https://www.drivennflflag.com/
– The contact information for each location is also available on the website. You can email [email protected] or call (817) 251-8586 for Grapevine, or email [email protected] or call (918) 728-9981 for Tulsa.
– Driven Flag Football also has partnerships with Driven Elite Health and Driven Elite Academy, which provide health and wellness services and coaching and training methods for athletes.

-The Titan NFL Flag Football League at Titan Sports and Performance Center in Tulsa is a coed league for 1st to 8th graders, where teams of five players compete in eight games, including playoffs. The league is affiliated with the NFL and follows the NFL Flag rules.

The spring season of the league will run from March 23 to May 19. You can register online as an individual or as a team by March 10. The registration fee is $200 per player, which covers referee fees and a guaranteed eight games. Each player will also receive an official NFL Flag jersey and flag belt.

The games will be played on Saturdays between 9 am and 8 pm at the Titan Main Sports Complex, located at 101 East 81st Street South, Tulsa, OK 74132. The complex is a state-of-the-art facility that offers a range of sports programs, such as basketball, volleyball, pickleball, soccer, and fitness. It also has a sports bar, a concession stand, and a childcare service for members.

If you want to learn more about the Titan NFL Flag Football League or other football programs at Titan Sports and Performance Center, you can visit their website at https://titansportscomplex.com/football/ or contact them by phone at (918) 895-8000 or by email at football@titansportscomplex.com.

 

Friday Night Lights

Friday Night Lights Youth Flag Football is a non-profit organization that started in California in 2006 and expanded to Oklahoma in 2016. It offers flag football leagues for boys and girls in grades K-6, with a 6v6 passing format and minimal contact. The leagues are run by experienced coaches who aim to provide a high quality and enjoyable experience for the players.

There are currently four leagues operating in the area: Edmond, Choctaw, North OKC and Moore. Each league has its own website where you can find more information about registration, schedules, rules, fees and contact details. Registration for the fall season usually takes place in May or June, while registration for the spring season usually takes place in December or January. The games are played on Friday nights, hence the name of the organization.

The annual All-City Turkey Bowl, which is a flag football tournament open to any team from kindergarten to eighth grade, is held in November at Buck Thomas Park in Moore, Ok. The registration fee is $250 per team and the registration deadline is November 9th.

– Friday Night Lights Youth Flag Football – Edmond OKC: https://www.edmondokcfnl.com/
– Oklahoma Friday Night Lights: https://www.oklahomafnl.com/
– CHANT Mini Cheerleading: https://www.chantcheerleading.com/
– Moore Friday Night Lights: https://www.mooreokfnl.com/
– Choctaw Friday Night Lights: https://www.choctawfnl.com/

The Friday Night Lights Youth Flag Football league is open to boys and girls in grades K-6th, and offers a safe and non-contact version of the sport. You can sign up as a team or individually, and play with your friends, neighbors, and classmates. The league has professional and paid game officials, and only one practice per week. The games are played on Fridays at Bouse Sports Complex in Choctaw.

The spring season is now open for registration, and the price is $180 per player, which includes an authentic game jersey. The price will increase on February 5th, so hurry up and register here: https://choctawfnl.leagueapps.com/leagues/flag-football. The season will kick off on March 29th and run through mid-May.

The league also has a code of conduct that requires all participants to behave in a positive and respectful manner, and to follow the rules of the game. The league commissioners are Rachel Baugh and Carlie Wellington, and you can contact them by email at ChoctawFNL@gmail.com or by phone at (405) 274-1887.

 

YMCA

YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City offers spring youth sports, including flag football, for children aged 3 to 14. You can register online or at any YMCA location until February 25. The cost varies depending on the age group and the YMCA membership status. You can find more information and register at https://www.ymcaokc.org/programs/sports/youth-sports.
KeepMovingOKC.org is an online calendar that connects you with free or low-cost physical fitness opportunities in central Oklahoma. You can search for flag football events or other sports and activities that interest you. You can also submit your own event or suggest an event to be added to the calendar. Visit https://www.keepmovingokc.org/ to explore the options and get inspired.

– The YMCA of Greater Tulsa offers a variety of youth sports programs, including flag football, for ages 3 to 10. Here is a summary of what you need to know about their flag football program:

– The flag football program is offered in the fall season, usually from September to November.
– The program teaches the basic skills of flag football, such as passing, catching, running, and defense, as well as teamwork, sportsmanship, and positive competition.
– The program is open to boys and girls of all skill levels and abilities.
– The program is divided into four age groups: 3-4 years, 5-6 years, 7-8 years, and 9-10 years.
– The program follows the NFL Flag Football rules and guidelines, and each participant receives an NFL Flag Football jersey and flag belt.
– The program consists of one practice per week and one game per week, usually on Saturdays.
– The program is offered at six YMCA locations in Tulsa: Daily, Dickenson, Herman & Kate, Hutcherson, Tandy, and Y at East Central.
– The registration fee for the program varies depending on the location and the membership status of the participant. The fee ranges from $50 to $90 for members and from $70 to $110 for non-members.
– The registration deadline for the program is usually in late August or early September, but late registrations are accepted if there is space available.
– To register for the program, you can visit the website of the YMCA of Greater Tulsa https://www.ymcatulsa.org/sports/ and click on the “Youth Sports” tab. Then, you can select the location and the age group of your choice and follow the instructions to complete the registration process. You can also register in person at any of the YMCA locations or by phone at 918-728-3931.

Central Oklahoma

If you are looking for some fun and exciting flag football events in Central Oklahoma, Between the Lines is a website that offers youth and adult flag football leagues, tournaments and camps for all skill levels and ages. Here are some of the upcoming events that you can join or watch:

7v7 Adult Spring League: This is a league for adults who want to play 7-on-7 flag football in a competitive and friendly environment. The league runs from March 3rd to May 12th, with 8 to 10 games plus playoffs on Sundays from 1 pm to 4 pm. The registration fee is $75 per player and the games are held at Wendel Whisenhunt Sports Complex, 3200 S Independence Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73119.

6u-14u Youth 5v5 & 7v7 Flag Football League: This is a league for youth who want to play 5-on-5 or 7-on-7 flag football in a fun and safe environment. The league runs from March 10th to May 12th, with 8 to 10 games plus playoffs on Sundays from 2 pm to 7 pm. The registration fee is $60 per player and the games are held at Wendel Whisenhunt Sports Complex, 3200 S Independence Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73119.

Youth & Adult Spring Tournament: This is a tournament for youth and adult teams who want to compete in 5-man or 7-man flag football games. The tournament will take place in June and will have a 3 game guarantee. The registration fee and the prize money will be announced soon. You can call or text Kendall Hendricks at 405-979-0606 for more information.

Youth Football Camp: This is a camp for youth who want to learn and improve their flag football skills and techniques. The camp will take place in Spring/Summer and will have experienced coaches and trainers. The camp details and registration will be announced soon. You can call or text 405-979-0606 for more information.

7v7 Highschool League: This is a league for high school girls and boys who want to play 7-on-7 flag football in a challenging and enjoyable environment. The league details and registration will be announced soon. You can call or text 405-979-0606 for more information.

If you are interested in any of these events, don’t hesitate to contact Between the Lines or visit their website at https://centraloklahomaflagfootball.com/. You can also watch some of their highlight videos from previous events on their website. Between the Lines is your ultimate destination for flag football in Central Oklahoma.

 

Norman

The Norman Optimist Club Fall Flag Football League is open to children from kindergarten to sixth grade and offers a competitive and safe environment to learn and enjoy the sport.

The league runs from September 17 to November 5, with games on Sundays. There is no game on Fall Break or OU/Texas weekend. The post season schedule is to be determined. The registration fee is $105 per player, which includes everything except cleats and mouthpiece. You can register online through the normanyouthsports.org website until August 25. After that, there is a late fee of $125.

The teams are formed by a draft system, except for returning players who can choose to stay on the same team or go into the draft. The league provides jerseys for all players. There is a gate fee of $5 for adults 18+ and under 55, $2 for seniors 55+ and free for children 17 and younger. The gate fee helps cover the costs of equipment, field maintenance, referees, EMTs, utilities and more.

The league has different offerings for each grade level, with different schedules and standings. You can find them on the normanyouthsports.org website under the Fall Flag Football League tab. You can also find the rules of the league there.

If you have any questions or need more information, you can contact the Norman Optimist Club at (405) 321-7275 or email them at normanoptimistclub@gmail.com. You can also visit their website at https://www.normanyouthsports.org/ or their physical location at 3100 W Rock Creek Rd, Norman, OK 73072.

 

Stillwater

Next Level Sports is a program that offers flag football leagues for kids from kindergarten to 6th grade in various locations across the US. Next Level Sports partners with local high schools and universities to provide high-quality coaching, facilities, and equipment for the participants.

One of the locations where you can join Next Level Sports is Stillwater, Oklahoma. Next Level Sports has teamed up with Oklahoma State University to offer a flag football season for the first time in 2024. The season will run from February 17th to March 16th, with games played on Saturdays at the university’s campus. The registration fee is $205, which includes a custom jersey, shorts, flags, and other offerings. You can also purchase optional player packs with additional gear such as receiver gloves, hoodies, compression tights, and more.

To register for the Next Level Flag Football season in Stillwater, you can visit their website at https://www.nextlevelsports.com/Default.aspx?tabid=1022426 and fill out the online form. You will need to provide your child’s name, grade, school, contact information, and preferred team or coach. You will also need to select your uniform size and player pack option if desired.

 

Broken Arrow

The flag football program offered by Broken Arrow Youth Football Association (BAYFA) is open to all youth who will be in kindergarten through the third grade and who live in Broken Arrow or nearby communities.

The flag football season runs from August to October, with games played on Saturdays at the football complex at Neinhuis Park. The park is located east of Lynn Lane between 51st and 61st Street in Broken Arrow. Each game lasts about an hour and is supervised by certified referees. The registration fee is $150, which includes flags, flag belt, uniform shirt and medical insurance. You can register online at www.bayouthfootball.com/flag-football or in person at the BAYFA office at 1005 S Main St, Broken Arrow. The office is open Monday to Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and you can call them at (918) 251-1015 for more information.

 

Edmond & Deer Creek

The Score OKC hosts the premier indoor sports facility in the Edmond, Deer Creek area. Score OKC has two indoor turf fields that are perfect for flag football, as well as other sports like soccer, futsal, volleyball, basketball, lacrosse, and more. You can join one of their adult indoor flag football leagues, or rent the fields for your own games or events. Here are some details about their flag football program:

– The flag football league is open to adults of all skill levels and genders.
– The league runs on Monday nights from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm.
– The league is open play format, which means that captains pick their own teams each week.
– The registration fee is $75 per player for a 10-week season, which includes a team shirt and referee fees.
– The league follows the NFL Flag Football rules, with some modifications for indoor play.
– You can register online at https://scoreokc.com/programs/flag-football/, or contact info@scoreokc.com for more information.

 

Midwest City

The Midwest City Adult Flag Football League, which is organized by the Midwest City Parks & Recreation Department consists of eight versus eight format and games are played at the Midwest City Multi-Athletic Complex on Southeast 29th Street. The league runs for eight weeks plus playoffs, usually starting in September and ending in November. The registration cost is $160 per team for eight weeks, plus $20 per team per game for official fees. The league offers t-shirts for the first place team. If you are interested in joining this league, you can email Kendall Hendricks at khendricks03@yahoo.com with any questions about the next season. You can also fill out a team roster form and hand it to the head referee on the first week of play. You can find the form and the rule book on the Midwest City Parks & Recreation website.

The Central Oklahoma Flag Football program is partnered with the Midwest City Parks & Recreation Department and offers flag football for boys and girls ages 4 to 14. You can visit their website for more information and registration details.

Another option for youth flag football is the NFL Flag Football program, which is offered by several community organizations and school programs in Oklahoma. For example, you can find NFL Flag Football programs in Choctaw-Nicoma Park Schools, Edmond Public Schools, Norman Public Schools and Oklahoma City Public Schools. These programs are open to students from kindergarten to eighth grade and follow the NFL Flag Football rules and guidelines . The registration dates/costs and contact information vary depending on the program, so you can visit their websites or call their offices for more details.

Youth Fall League: This is a youth league for ages 6 to high school that will take place in Midwest City. The league will start in March and end in May, with 8 to 10 games plus playoffs on Sundays from 1 to 4 pm. The cost is $75 per player and you can register online at centraloklahomaflagfootball.com or call or text 405-979-0606 for more information.

Youth Spring League: This is another youth league for ages 6 to 14 that will also take place in Midwest City. The league will start in March and end in May, with 8 to 10 games plus playoffs on Sundays from 2 to 7 pm. The cost is $60 per player and you can register online at centraloklahomaflagfootball.com or call or text 405-979-0606 for more information. The league has two divisions: 5v5 for ages 6 to 8 and 7v7 for ages 9 to 14.

Youth & Adult Spring Tournament: This is a tournament for both youth and adult teams that will take place in June. The tournament has two formats: 5man and 7man, and four age groups: 6U, 8U, 10U, and 14U. The tournament guarantees three games per team and offers prizes and trophies for the winners. The registration fee is not specified, but you can call or text Kendall Hendricks at 405-979-0606 to sign up or get more details.

Youth Football Camp: This is a camp for youth players that will take place in the spring or summer of 2024. The camp will provide coaching and training for skills development and game improvement. The date, location, and cost of the camp are not yet announced, but you can stay tuned for more information by visiting centraloklahomaflagfootball.com or calling or texting 405-979-0606.

7v7 Highschool League: This is a league for high school students, both girls and boys, that will take place in the near future. The league will feature 7v7 games with fast-paced action and high-level competition. The date, location, and cost of the league are not yet announced, but you can stay tuned for more information by visiting centraloklahomaflagfootball.com or calling or texting 405-979-0606.

 

Here is a complete list of all the gear you will need to play flag football.

 

Flag football soft cleats    metal cleats are NOT allowed in flag football.

Flag football headgear    soft, padded helmets, in some leagues these are MANDATORY, especially for kids under 14.

Flag football mouth guards   SO IMPORTANT for kids and MANDATORY for most leagues!

Flag football flags and belts    USUALLY supplied with your registration fee.

Flag Football Gloves    for those SERIOUS players wanting a little extra grip.

Flag Football Shorts    pockets are not allowed on your shorts.

Cheerleaders  everything you need to be a Flag Football Cheerleader!

Flag Football Sets These COMPLETE SETS come with flags, belts, end zone markers and more. Great for starting your very own backyard or community game!

Coach Mike & the staff at FFRC want to thank you very much for your support!