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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.

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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

Girls & Women Welcome

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. If the standard size does not fit, you will need to purchase one from a sports store.

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 on cooler temperature days
  • + 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 but non-metal cleats are allowed if you want
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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.

Official NFL FLAG Gear

Pick Your Crew. Rep Your Jersey.

Every registered Clarington Flag Football athlete receives an official NFL FLAG reversible jersey. Pick your favourite team below and see exactly what you'll wear on game night.

AFC EAST
AFC NORTH
AFC SOUTH
AFC WEST
NFC EAST
NFC NORTH
NFC SOUTH
NFC WEST

No teams match your search.

Why Flag Football

8 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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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.

Weather & Cancellations

If a Game Is Cancelled

Player safety is the priority. We monitor weather closely and follow the Football Ontario Severe Weather Policy.

  • All activities cease when thunder is heard or lightning is seen. Play cannot resume until 30 minutes after the last occurrence
  • 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
  • The league will make every effort to reschedule cancelled games but cannot guarantee rescheduling due to field availability

SEE FLAG FOOTBALL IN ACTION

Check out @NFLCLARINGTONFLAG on Instagram to see highlight reel catches, big run touchdowns and all the latest news on your favourite athletes.

Follow @NFLclaringtonflag
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, you will need to purchase one from a sports store. Non-metal cleats are permitted but not required running shoes are fine. Metal cleats are NOT allowed. No helmets, shoulder pads, or other protective equipment is required.
No baseball hats are permitted on the field. Headbands are fine. 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. Non-metal cleats and running shoes are both allowed.
Divisions are determined each season based on registered athlete ages. For Spring 2026 we ran a U11 division (ages 7 11) and a U15 division (ages 12 15). Future seasons may offer different age groups depending on registration numbers. Athletes must be between 7 and 17 years old to register with Clarington Flag Football.
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 U15 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. We update scores and standings as soon as possible after each game night.
Player safety is the priority. All flag football activities cease when thunder is heard or lightning is seen and cannot resume until 30 minutes after the last occurrence (Football Ontario Severe Weather Policy). If weather looks unfavourable, an email is sent to all registered families and this website is updated. Notification is sent at minimum 1 hour prior to kickoff. The league will make every effort to reschedule cancelled games but cannot guarantee rescheduling due to field availability. Cancelled individual games do not qualify for refunds per the Registration Agreement.
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. All coaches must complete 4 mandatory certifications through coach.ca before coaching: Making Headway, Safe Sport, Safe Contact, and Community Sport (NCCP). New coaches are given a grace period to complete certifications and league directors will support you through the process.
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 6 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. You can view the full schedule on this website.
Registration fees cover the full season including your athlete’s NFL FLAG reversible jersey, flag belt, mouthguard, and 6 regular season games plus Championship Week. Spring 2026 registration was $260. Pricing is subject to change before the start of a new season.
Clarington Flag Football offers a 3-tier refund policy: (1) Full refund within 10 days of receiving your registration confirmation email. This is your statutory right under the Ontario Consumer Protection Act, no questions asked. (2) Full refund if requested more than 15 days before the season start date. (3) No refund within 15 days of the season start date. All sales are final. Equipment (jersey, flag belt, mouthguard) is non-returnable once distributed. See the Registration Agreement for full details.
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 complete a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) through Durham Region Police prior to the season. Coaches also complete NCCP certifications through coach.ca. 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 Clarington NFL Flag Football.
Team assignments are based on division (U11 or U15) and are made by the league coordinator. We do our best to accommodate requests but cannot guarantee siblings or friends will be placed on the same flag football team. If you have a specific request, include it in your registration notes or Contact Clarington NFL Flag Football 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.
NFL FLAG Honors

NFL FLAG Player of the Year

The NFL FLAG Player of the Year award, presented by Toyota, recognizes elite youth flag football athletes who demonstrate Respect, Integrity, Responsibility to Team, and Resiliency. Both male and female categories are awarded annually.

The nomination must be submitted by the parent or the player directly. We cannot do it on your behalf. If your athlete has shown exceptional character and commitment on the field, take a minute and put their name forward.

What the Award Looks For
  • 01Respect for teammates, coaches, opponents, and the game itself
  • 02Integrity doing the right thing even when no one is watching
  • 03Responsibility to Team showing up, putting the team first, and being reliable
  • 04Resiliency bouncing back from setbacks and continuing to grow

Fall 2026 Registration Opens Soon

Fall 2026 registration is now open. 7 weeks of real NFL FLAG football games. Authentic NFL team jerseys. Awards ceremony. Sign up your youth athlete today.

Fall Registration Open