What flag football equipment does my athlete need?

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. Cleats are not required but non-metal cleats are permitted. Metal cleats are not allowed. Long pants are recommended early in the season.

How old does my athlete need to be to play flag football in Clarington?

Divisions are determined each season based on registrations. For Fall 2026, we offer U11 and U15 divisions.

Is Clarington Flag Football affiliated with the NFL?

Yes. Clarington Flag Football is an official NFL FLAG affiliated league and is also registered with Football Ontario.

How do I track the flag football schedule and scores?

You can view the full schedule and live standings right here on this website. We do our best to update scores and standings as soon as possible after each game.

What happens if a flag football game is cancelled due to weather?

If weather looks unfavourable, an email will be sent to all registered families and this website will be updated. Notification will be sent at minimum 1 hour prior to kickoff. Cancelled games will be rescheduled as field time availability permits.

Can I bring food or snacks to the flag football field?

Yes, but all food and snacks brought to the field must be peanut and nut free. We have athletes with peanut and nut allergies.

Can I volunteer to be a flag football coach?

Absolutely. We welcome coaches every season. Visit the Volunteers page at https://www.claringtonflagfootball.ca/volunteers.html and fill in your info to request more information on becoming a coach in Clarington Flag Football. No prior coaching experience is required. Coaches who do not have a certification will be supported in getting one.

Can I volunteer to be a flag football referee?

Yes. Referees are paid per game night and community service hours are available. Visit the Volunteers page at https://www.claringtonflagfootball.ca/volunteers.html to fill in the referee registration form.

How is the flag football schedule structured?

Each season runs for 6 regular-season weeks, followed by a Championship Week. Every team plays every other team twice. Every team is guaranteed the same number of home and away games.

Parent Guide to Clarington Flag Football

Q: Are there any flag football dress code rules?

No hats are permitted on the field but headbands are fine and 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 but non-metal cleats are fine if your athlete has them. Running shoes are also fine.

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

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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

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

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.

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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.

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 kickoff. 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 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.

Refund requests are handled on a case-by-case basis. Contact Clarington Flag Football as early as possible 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 complete a background check through the Durham Region online screening system prior to the season. 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.