The NFL youth flag football program was first implemented in 1996 to introduce children at a young age to football. The program teaches children the basics of football, from snapping a ball to throwing and catching. Children of all ages, sizes and abilities find they can be successful at flag football. Flag football is non-contact, safe and fun for everyone even the coaches!!! Beverly youth flag football helps boys and girls aged between 6 and 14 learn the fundamentals of football. It also provides parents with an opportunity to coach a team and feel like part of the NFL program. The NFL youth flag football program is set up for all standards of ability from beginner to advanced. Parents and kids both find as the league continues to grow so does the standard of play.
The Season
The Beverly youth flag football season is 6 weeks long. The season comprises of 5 weeks of regular season play, the sixth week is the play-offs and the seventh week is Championship week where the best teams meet in the finals. All players in the league receive a certificate of excellence from the NFL and players that reach the finals all receive a trophy!!!
Equipment
When you sign up for the NFL youth flag football program all players will receive an NFL jersey and an official flag belt. All you need after that is a mouth piece for safety and something to run in (any kind of cleats will do). All teams will also receive an official NFL youth football for the team.
Registration
You can register on-line from Jan 1st, 2008. The fee is $50 and the deadline for registration will be April 12th, 2008.