Flag Football in Rhode Island: Leagues, Games & Schools

 

 

Welcome to the Flag Football Resource Center (FFRC), your online destination for everything related to the sport of flag football in Rhode Island. 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 Rhode Island.   ~Coach Mike & The Team

 

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One of the most popular flag football programs in Rhode Island is the Next Level Performance Academy (NLPA), which is affiliated with the National Football League (NFL). The NLPA offers flag football for boys and girls aged 4 to 14 in five convenient locations: Providence, Cranston, Coventry, Blackstone Valley, and Cumberland. The NLPA has four age divisions: 4-5 (Developmental), 6-8, 9-11, and 12-14. The NLPA runs three seasons: Spring (April to June), Summer (July to August), and Fall (September to November). Each season consists of one practice and one game per week on Sundays. The NLPA provides the training, the drills, the equipment, and the jerseys for all participants. The NLPA also offers volunteer coach discounts and skill evaluation events. You can register for the NLPA flag football program on their website: https://www.nextlevelpa.com/

Another option for flag football in Rhode Island is the Cumberland Youth Flag Football League (CYFFL), which is also affiliated with the NFL. The CYFFL offers flag football for boys and girls aged 5 to 15 in Cumberland. The CYFFL has three age divisions: 5-7, 8-10, and 11-15. The CYFFL runs two seasons: Spring (April to June) and Fall (September to November). Each season consists of one practice and one game per week on Saturdays. The CYFFL provides the equipment and the jerseys for all participants. The CYFFL also promotes sportsmanship, teamwork, and fair play among its players and coaches. You can register for the CYFFL flag football program on their website: https://www.cumberlandyouthflagfootball.com/

If you are looking for a more casual and flexible way to play flag football in Rhode Island, you might want to check out the Super Fun Activities Club (SFAC). The SFAC is a social sports organization that offers flag football for adults aged 21 and over in various locations across Rhode Island. The SFAC runs four seasons: Spring (March to May), Summer (June to August), Fall (September to November), and Winter (December to February). Each season consists of eight games plus playoffs. The SFAC provides the equipment and the shirts for all participants. The SFAC also organizes social events after each game, such as parties, barbecues, trivia nights, and karaoke nights. You can register for the SFAC flag football program on their website: https://superfunactivitiesclub.com/flag-football-rhode-island/

Finally, if you are a student in Rhode Island, you might be able to join a flag football team or club at your school. Many schools in Rhode Island offer flag football as part of their physical education curriculum or extracurricular activities. For example, some of the schools that offer flag football are Barrington High School, Bishop Hendricken High School, Cranston High School West, East Providence High School, Lincoln High School, Moses Brown School, North Kingstown High School, Portsmouth High School, Smithfield High School, and Woonsocket High School. To find out if your school offers flag football, you can contact your school’s athletic director or visit your school’s website.

The Boys and Girls Club of Northern Rhode Island (BGCNRI) offer a variety of sports programs for kids, including flag football, basketball, soccer, street hockey, and more. Here are some reasons why you should join their flag football league:

– You will learn the basics of flag football, such as passing, catching, running, and defense. You will also develop teamwork, communication, and leadership skills that will help you in life.
– You will be part of a supportive and inclusive environment where you can make new friends and have fun. BGCNRI staff are experienced and friendly, and they will guide you through the game and encourage you to do your best.
– You will have the opportunity to compete in local and national tournaments. BGCNRI sent two teams to the NFL Flag Football Championship in Las Vegas Nevada in 2022, where they played against teams from around the world. Both teams made it to the final game and won the championship! You could be the next champion if you join their flag football league.
– You will have access to their advanced sports center in Cumberland, where you can play indoor or outdoor flag football on their state-of-the-art fields. You can also enjoy other facilities such as a gym, a pool, a game room, and a computer lab.

To join their flag football league, you need to register online at https://bgcnri.org/sports/ or visit their Cumberland-Lincoln Clubhouse at 1 James McKee Way, Cumberland RI 02864. The registration fee is $195 for a full-day camp or $100 for a half-day camp. The camp runs for 5 days a week from June 26 to August 18. The flag football camp is offered in week 1 (June 26-30), week 3 (July 10-14), week 4 (July 17-21), and week 5 (July 24-28). The camp is open to kids aged 6-9 and 10-12.

– AFFL Youth: This is the official youth flag football program of the American Flag Football League (AFFL), which is a professional flag football league that features former NFL players and celebrities. AFFL Youth provides high-quality flag football experiences for kids aged 5 to 17, with certified coaches, official NFL FLAG jerseys, and access to exclusive events and tournaments. You can find an AFFL Youth league near you by visiting https://afflyouth.com/find-a-league/ and entering your zip code. The registration fee varies depending on the league, but it usually ranges from $100 to $200 per season.
– Pop Warner: This is one of the oldest and largest youth football organizations in the world, which also offers flag football programs for kids aged 5 to 16. Pop Warner flag football follows the same rules as tackle football, but without the contact and equipment. Pop Warner also emphasizes academic achievement, sportsmanship, and community service among its participants. You can find a Pop Warner league near you by visiting https://playfootball.nfl.com/about-youth-football/find-a-league/ and scrolling down to the Pop Warner section. The registration fee depends on the league, but it usually ranges from $50 to $150 per season.

– Cranston Parks & Recreation: This department offers a co-ed flag football league for kids aged 6 to 14, which runs from September to November at Cranston Stadium. The registration fee is $40 per player, which includes a jersey and a mouth guard. You can register online at https://www.cranstonri.com/departments/parks-recreation/ or call (401) 780-6200 for more information.
– East Providence Recreation: This department offers a co-ed flag football league for kids aged 6 to 12, which runs from September to November at Pierce Field. The registration fee is $35 per player, which includes a jersey and a mouth guard. You can register online at https://www.eastprovidenceri.gov/recreation or call (401) 435-7511 for more information.

–Next Level Performance Academy (NLPA). NLPA is an organization that offers NFL flag football programs for boys and girls ages 4 to 14 of all skill levels. NLPA also provides educational tutoring, literacy development, social awareness, mentoring, counseling, life skills training, college recruiting, strength and conditioning and nutrition.

NLPA has five convenient locations for its spring season, which starts on April 14th and runs for eight weeks. You can choose from:

– Providence: Moses Brown School/Brown University
– Cranston: Hugh Bain Middle School Fields
– Coventry: Rice Memorial Fields
– Blackstone Valley: Bryant University
– Fall River: Durfee High School

The registration fee is $175 per player, which includes a reversible NFL jersey, flag belt, mouth guard, insurance and awards. You can register online at https://www.nextlevelpa.com/Default.aspx?tabid=1027993 until January 1st and get an early bird discount. Space is limited, so don’t miss this opportunity to join the fastest growing youth sport in the region.

NLPA also needs volunteer coaches for the spring season. No experience is necessary, as NLPA will provide the training, the drills and the equipment. You only need to commit one day a week for a 45-minute practice followed by a 45-minute game. If you are interested in coaching, you can get a discount on your child’s registration fee.

 

East Greenwich

The East Greenwich Flag Football League (EGFFL) is a non-profit organization that offers co-ed flag football for children ages 5 to 14, as well as a special division for children with special needs. The EGFFL is affiliated with the NFL Flag program, which is the largest flag football program in the country.

The EGFFL has six divisions based on age groups: 5/6, 7/8, 9/10, 11/12, 13/14 and Challenger. The league runs from September to November, with one practice and one game per week on Saturdays. The games are played at Academy Field in East Greenwich, a spacious and well-maintained facility. The league also hosts an All-Star tournament in November for select players who want to compete against other teams from Rhode Island.

The EGFFL aims to provide a positive and enjoyable experience for all participants, while teaching them the fundamentals of football, teamwork and sportsmanship. The league has a dedicated board of directors, coaches and volunteers who work hard to make the league successful and fun. The league also welcomes sponsors and donations to support its operations and goals.

If you are interested in joining the EGFFL, you can register online at https://www.egflag.com/. Registration opens in April and closes in May. The registration fee is $125 per player, which includes a jersey, flag belt and insurance. You can also find more information about the league, its rules, schedules, standings and photos on its website.

 

North Kingstown

If you are looking for a fun and exciting way to play flag football in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, you have several options to choose from. Here is a summary of some of the flag football programs that are available in your area:

– North Kingstown Flag Football: This is a youth program that is affiliated with NFL FLAG and offers flag football for boys and girls in grades 1-8. The program runs from September to November and the games are played on Sundays at the North Kingstown High School turf field. The registration fee is 125 US dollars per player and includes a reversible NFL FLAG jersey, flag belt and mouth guard. You can register online at https://clubs.bluesombrero.com/northkingstownflag or contact nkflagfootball@gmail.com for more information.

– Wide World of Indoor Sports: This is a state-of-the-art facility that provides indoor flag football leagues for all ages and skill levels. The facility has two non-boarded fields that are climate controlled and equipped with flags. The youth leagues run from September to March and are divided into two sessions. The registration fee varies depending on the sport, age group and session. You can view the current offerings and register online at https://www.wideworldofindoorsports.com/northkingstown/youth-leagues/ or contact Connor at clangford@wwois.com or infonk@wwois.com for more information.

– NFL FLAG: This is the official flag football program of the NFL that gives players the opportunity to learn the game, develop skills and have fun. NFL FLAG offers flag football leagues for boys and girls ages 5-17 across the country. The leagues are organized by local community organizations, schools or clubs that are registered with NFL FLAG. The registration fee varies depending on the league, but typically includes an NFL FLAG jersey, flag belt and insurance. You can use the league finder tool at https://nflflag.com/find-league to discover NFL FLAG leagues near you or contact nflflag@nfl.com for more information.

 

Warwick

The Warwick Police Athletic League (PAL) Youth Football program is a non-profit organization that empowers youth through sports, mentoring, and community programs. They have been serving the youth of Warwick since 1971 and offer a variety of sports and activities for different ages and skill levels.

One of their popular programs is flag football, which is open to boys and girls ages 5 to 7. Flag football is a great way to learn the basics of football without the physical contact of tackle football. Flag football players wear belts with flags attached to them, and the game is played by pulling the flags off the opponent instead of tackling them. Flag football teaches teamwork, coordination, agility, and sportsmanship in a fun and safe environment.

The flag football season starts in the last week of July and runs until October. Practices are held twice a week at Warwick Veterans Middle School, and games are played on Saturdays at various locations in Warwick. The registration fee for flag football is $75, which includes a jersey, belt, flags, and insurance. You can register online at https://www.warwickpal.org/football or by filling out the registration form under Downloadable Forms on the same website. You can also contact Brenna Rafferty at brennarafferty@gmail.com or call the office at 401-737-1800 for more information.

Boys and Girls Club of Northern Rhode Island

If you love flag football and want to join a fun and safe program in Rhode Island, you should check out the Boys and Girls Club of Northern Rhode Island (BGCNRI). They offer a variety of programs for kids of all ages and skill levels, from camps to leagues to travel teams. Here are some of the highlights of their flag football program:

– They partner with the NFL Flag Football Program, which means you get to wear a reversible NFL Flag jersey and flag belt, and play by the official NFL rules.
– They have three different leagues throughout the year: Winter, Spring, and Summer. Each league has different age divisions, from 6U to 15U, and both boys/coed and girls divisions. The leagues run for 7-10 weeks, depending on the season, and include playoffs and championships.
– They have flag football camps during school vacations and summer, where you can learn and practice your skills, drills, and scrimmage games. The camps are open to ages 10U and 12/14U, and are led by experienced coaches who teach technique, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
– They have travel teams that compete in tournaments like the Ocean State Open, where you can play against teams from around the world. The travel teams have a 4-game minimum and a maximum of 10 players per team. You need to provide your own equipment for the travel teams.
– They have a state-of-the-art sports center in Cumberland, where you can play indoor or outdoor flag football on their turf fields. They also have locations in Lincoln and Woonsocket where you can join their programs.

If you are interested in joining their flag football program, you can register online at https://bgcnri.org/sports/flag-football/ or call them at (401) 333-4850. You will need to pay an annual fee of $10 to become a member of the club, plus the registration fee for the program you choose. The fees vary depending on the program, but they are very affordable and worth it.

 

Super Fun Activities Club

The Super Fun Activities Club (SFAC) is an adult sports and social club that offers a variety of games and events for people who want to have fun and make friends. SFAC runs flag football leagues in the spring, summer and fall seasons, on both grass and sand. You can play flag football on the beach with the waves crashing alongside you, or on a grass field with other friendly players. SFAC flag football is co-ed and open to all skill levels, from former college players to beginners. The only requirement is that you have a good attitude and play fair. SFAC flag football is not a competitive league, but a social sport that aims to bring out the inner child in everyone.

SFAC flag football leagues have a play format of 8 vs 8, with two 25-minute halves. The team with the higher score at the end of the game is the winner, but the real goal is to have fun and make new friends. SFAC flag football leagues are sponsored by bars, so you can enjoy some drinks and food after the game with your teammates and opponents. SFAC also hosts other social events, such as adult egg hunts, beach parties, pumpkinpalooza, lazer tag, and more. You can also join other SFAC sports leagues, such as dodgeball, volleyball, glow in the dark sports, kickball, soccer, ultimate frisbee, cornhole, kan jam, and more.

If you are interested in joining SFAC flag football or any other SFAC sports or events, you can visit their website at https://superfunactivitiesclub.com/sports/flag-football/ and register online. You can sign up as an individual, a small group, or a full team. The registration fee varies depending on the league and season, but it usually ranges from $60 to $80 per player. The registration fee includes a team shirt, equipment rental, referees, prizes, and discounts at sponsor bars. You can also contact SFAC by email at info@superfunactivitiesclub.com or by phone at 401-829-9500.

 

Nipmuc Flag Football League

The Nipmuc Flag Football League operates in the towns of Mendon, Upton, Hopedale, Milford and surrounding areas. The league uses various fields for its games and practices, such as Forekicks in Marlborough, New England Baseball Complex in Northborough, Miscoe Middle School and Memorial School in Mendon, and VFW in Upton. You can find the field status and directions on the league’s website: https://www.nipmucflagfootball.com/

The league runs two seasons: spring and fall. The spring season starts in April and ends in June, while the fall season starts in September and ends in November. Each season consists of eight regular season games and playoffs. The games are usually played on Saturdays or Sundays, depending on the division. The practices are held once a week on weekdays, at the discretion of the coaches.

The registration for the spring season is open from January to March, while the registration for the fall season is open from June to August. The registration fee is $125 per player, which includes a reversible NFL Flag jersey, a flag belt, insurance and referee fees. You can register online on the league’s website: https://www.nipmucflagfootball.com/

 

Cumberland

The Cumberland Youth Flag Football League is open to girls and boys from kindergarten to eighth grade who want to learn the fundamentals of football and sportsmanship. The league is based in Cumberland, Rhode Island, but also welcomes players from nearby towns such as Lincoln, Woonsocket, North Smithfield and Smithfield.

The league runs from September to November, with games played on Sundays at Diamond Hill Park. The registration fee is $100 per player, which includes a jersey, flag belt and mouth guard. You can register online at https://www.cumberlandyouthflagfootball.com/ or by mail using the form on the website. The registration deadline is August 15.

The league also relies on volunteers to coach the teams. If you are interested in coaching, you can sign up online or contact the league director, Mike Connors, at mike@cumberlandyouthflagfootball.com or 401-744-4800. Coaching is a great way to share your passion for football and make a positive impact on the kids.

The Cumberland Youth Flag Football League is a great opportunity for kids to have fun, make friends and learn new skills. Don’t miss this chance to join the league and enjoy the game of football without tackling.

 

Providence Gay Flag Football League

If you are looking for a fun and inclusive way to play flag football in Rhode Island, you might want to check out the Providence Gay Flag Football League (PVDGFFL). This is a co-ed league that welcomes players of all sexual and gender identities, athletic abilities, ages, and backgrounds. The league is part of the **National Gay Flag Football League**, which has 22 active leagues in the US and Canada.

The PVDGFFL started its inaugural season in spring 2019 and has been growing ever since. The league’s vision is to create a safe and supportive environment where people can enjoy a competitive and friendly team sport, develop a social support system, and build lifelong friendships. The league also engages in community service and partners with local non-profit organizations to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ people in Rhode Island.

The league plays on Sundays from April to June at Cranston Stadium. The registration fee is $65 per player, which includes a jersey, insurance, field rental, and referee fees. The registration deadline for the season is March 15. You can register online at www.pvdgffl.org or contact the league commissioner at pvdgffl@gmail.com for more information.