The Flag Football program is a simplified program to introduce children aged 4-7 to organized football.   The focus is on having fun, learning the basics of the game, and working together as a team.  Mostly, it's about the fun.  Each child will be placed in either the 4 - 5 year old division or 6 - 7 year old division depending on the child's age on November 1 of the current year.

• Are SPECIAL REQUESTS Accepted?

As much as we like to, we are unable to accept or satisfy any special requests regarding specific coaches, teams, practice schedules, game schedules, or number of home games.  Thanks for your understanding.

• Is the Rockford Flag Program affiliated with or run by the Rockford school district?

The program is run with the cooperation of the school district but is is no way affiliated with the school district.  The program is a part of the NRFL (Northern Rocket Football League) and run solely by volunteers.

• What is the Practice Schedule Typically Like?

There are 4 practices and each will typically occur before the 1st game, but always before the 2nd game.  Each team's practice schedule and location is determined by the head coach and NOT the Field Director.

• What Equipment Does My Child Need?

There is no special equipment required.   We provide the team t-shirts, you provide the shorts and shoes (please, no cleats).

What Can I Expect As Far As a Game Schedule for My Child's Team? 

There are 4 games on consecutive Saturday’s with the exception of the Labor Day weekend.  All games are played at East Rockford Middle School football field or Roguewood Elementary School., and  only against other Rockford Flag teams.  Game start times are either 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, or 11:00 AM, and each game will typically last 30 - 45 minutes.  Your season schedule will be provided by your coach and will also be available online.

• How are Players Assigned to a Team? 

Teams are constructed by evenly distributing kids by age within each age group.