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Parent Guide to Clarington Flag Football

Everything parents need to know about Clarington Flag Football, an official NFL FLAG youth league in Clarington, Ontario. Learn about what to expect on game night, what your athlete needs to play, and how to get involved as a coach or referee.

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Equipment

Jersey, flag belt & mouthguard provided. Cleats optional.

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Location

South Courtice Arena, Clarington

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Game Night

Every Tuesday evening
6pm and 7pm

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Season Length

6 weeks + Championship Week

Females in Flag Football

The rise of women's flag football is here. Clarington Flag Football is fully coed and welcoming girls ages 7 to 17.

Are You Ready To Play?

What to Bring on Game Day

Every registered athlete receives their gear at the start of the season. Pack it every Tuesday.

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NFL FLAG Reversible Jersey

Provided at registration. Home and away sides. Must be tucked in so flag belt is visible.

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Flag Belt

Provided at registration. Adjustable with tear-away flags. Used every game night.

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Mouthguard

Provided at registration. Mandatory on the field. Standard size. Sport Chek and Amazon carry alternatives if needed.

Full Game Day Checklist

  • + NFL FLAG reversible jersey (provided at registration)
  • + Flag belt (provided at registration)
  • + Mouthguard (provided at registration, mandatory on field)
  • + Athletic clothing suitable for running
  • + Long pants recommended early in the season (cooler temps and artificial turf)
  • + Hair tied back or out of the face. No baseball hats permitted.
  • + Glasses or sunglasses must be secured with an athletic strap
  • + All jerseys must be tucked in so flag belts are clearly visible
  • - Metal cleats are not permitted
  • + Non-metal cleats are allowed but not required
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Peanut and Nut-Free Zone

If you bring food or snacks to the field on game day, please make sure they are peanut and nut free. We have athletes with peanut and nut allergies. Please make every effort to comply so we can keep everyone safe on and off the field.

Your Team. Your Jersey.

Pick Your Crew

Every registered athlete represents a real NFL team. Pick yours below to see the jersey, then choose a size - we will remember it when you register.

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Select your favourite team to see the jersey

Why Flag Football

10 Reasons Flag Football is the Right Call

No contact. No pads. No helmets. Just football. Here is why thousands of families across North America are choosing NFL FLAG.

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Zero Contact

Tackling, blocking, and physical contact are not permitted. Players pull a flag from the ball carrier's belt to stop the play. The game is fast, competitive, and completely non-contact.

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No Pads Required

Athletes wear athletic clothing. No helmets, shoulder pads, or protective equipment is needed. Cleats are optional. This keeps the cost of participation low and removes the intimidation factor for new athletes.

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On-Site Paramedic

A certified paramedic is present at every game night. If anything happens on the field, trained medical help is already there. You do not need to wait for an ambulance.

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Player Insurance

Every registered athlete is covered by Football Ontario player insurance for the duration of the season. Coverage is included in your registration fee. There is nothing extra to purchase.

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Olympic Sport

Flag football makes its Olympic debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Games. Your athlete is learning a sport that will be on the world stage in two years. This is the ground floor of something big.

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Rowan's Law

We follow Ontario's Rowan's Law concussion protocol. Any athlete showing signs of a concussion is removed immediately and must have medical clearance before returning to play. Read the official Rowan's Law guidelines.

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Builds Football IQ

Flag football is a thinking game. Athletes learn to read defenses, run precise routes, call plays, and make decisions in real time. The football IQ your child builds here carries into every level of the sport.

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Fully Coed

Boys and girls play together on the same teams. Every position is open to every athlete. Flag football is one of the few sports where coed competition is the norm, not the exception.

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Everyone Touches the Ball

In NFL FLAG, every player on the field gets an opportunity to carry or catch the ball. There is no sitting on the bench watching one player dominate. Every athlete is in the game and in the action.

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Official NFL Affiliation

Clarington Flag Football is an official NFL FLAG affiliated league. That means your child is playing the same program used by over 800,000 athletes across North America, with official NFL team jerseys, NFL rules, and NFL coaching resources.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Each registered athlete receives 1 NFL FLAG reversible jersey, 1 flag belt, and 1 mouthguard as part of their registration. Mouthguards are mandatory on the field - if the standard size does not fit, Sport Chek and Amazon carry alternatives. Cleats are not required but non-metal cleats are permitted. Metal cleats are not allowed. Long pants are recommended early in the season due to cooler temperatures and the artificial turf. No helmets, shoulder pads, or other protective equipment is required.
Yes. No baseball hats are permitted on the field - hair must be tied back or out of the face. Glasses and sunglasses must be secured with an athletic strap. All jerseys must be tucked in to shorts or pants so that the flag belts are clearly visible and accessible. Metal cleats are not permitted.
Divisions are determined each season based on who registers. For Fall 2026, we offer U11 (under 11 years old) and U17 (under 17 years old). Future seasons may have different age groups depending on registration numbers.
All games are played at South Courtice Arena on the artificial turf sports field in Clarington, Ontario. Games are held every Tuesday evening - U11 at 6:00 PM and U17 at 7:00 PM.
Yes. Clarington Flag Football is an official NFL FLAG affiliated league. We are also registered with Football Ontario. This means we follow NFL FLAG rules and standards, and athletes get to represent real NFL team names and colours.
You can view the full schedule and live standings right here on this website. After registering, you will also receive an invitation to the TeamLinkt app, which provides push notifications for schedule changes, live score updates, and team messaging.
If weather looks unfavourable, an email will be sent to all registered families and this website will be updated to reflect any changes or cancellations. Notification will be sent at minimum 1 hour prior to game time.. We will do our best to give as much notice as possible. Cancelled games will be rescheduled as field time availability permits.
Yes, but all food and snacks brought to the flag football field on game day must be peanut and nut free. We have athletes with peanut and nut allergies. Please make every effort to comply so we can keep everyone safe on and off the field.
Absolutely. We welcome coaches every season. Visit the Volunteers page to fill in the coaching expression of interest form. No prior coaching experience is required. Coaches who do not have a certification will be supported in getting one.
Yes. Referees are paid per game night and community service hours are available for students. Visit the Volunteers page to fill in the referee registration form. We are happy to train the right people.
Each season runs for 7 regular-season weeks, followed by a Championship Week. Every team plays every other team in their division. Every team is guaranteed the same number of games.
Registration fees cover the full season including your athlete’s NFL FLAG reversible jersey, flag belt, mouthguard, Football Ontario insurance, and 7 games plus Championship Week. Contact us at play@claringtonflagfootball.ca for current season pricing.
Refund requests are handled on a case-by-case basis. Contact us as early as possible at play@claringtonflagfootball.ca if your athlete cannot continue. Requests made before the season starts will be reviewed differently than mid-season requests. Registration gear that has already been distributed is non-refundable.
Life happens. If your athlete is going to miss a game, let your coach know as early as possible so they can plan accordingly. There is no penalty for missing a game. Athletes who miss games still participate in Championship Week as long as they were registered for the season.
Yes. Clarington Flag Football is fully co-ed. Boys and girls play together on the same teams. Flag football is a non-contact sport, which makes it a great environment for all athletes to compete on equal footing.
Yes. All coaches and volunteers working directly with athletes are required to pass a background check through our NFL FLAG affiliation process. The safety of every athlete in the league is our top priority.
Photos and videos taken at games are for personal use and family sharing. If you plan to post photos or videos publicly on social media, please be mindful of other families who may not want their athlete photographed. The league may take photos at games for use on this website and our social media. If you have concerns about your athlete being photographed, please contact us.
Team assignments are based on division (U11 or U17) and are made by the league coordinator. We do our best to accommodate requests but cannot guarantee siblings will be placed on the same team. If you have a specific request, include it in your registration notes or contact us directly.
Not at all. Clarington Flag Football welcomes athletes of all skill levels, including complete beginners. Coaches work with every athlete at their level. The league is designed to teach the game while keeping it fun. Many of our athletes had never played football before their first season.
Weather & Cancellations

If a Game Is Cancelled

We monitor weather closely and will do our best to give you as much notice as possible.

  • If weather looks unfavourable, an email will be sent to all registered families
  • The schedule on this website will be updated to reflect any changes or cancellations
  • Notification will be sent out at minimum 1 hour prior to kickoff
  • Cancelled games will be rescheduled as field time availability permits