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Learn the basics of flag football rules, terms, equipment and positions for youth leagues. Find out how to play 5 on 5, 6 on 6, 7 on 7 and 9 on 9 flag football games.
- How to Play
See the complete list of 5 on 5 offensive flag football...
- Equipment
In tackle football, players are required to wear helmets,...
- Penalties
Offensive flag football penalties. Similar to defensive flag...
- ️ Positions Guide
Flag football is designed without contact, so that both...
- How to Play
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- RUNNING
- RECEIVING
- PASSING
- DEAD BALLS
- RUSHING THE QUARTERBACK
- SPORTSMANSHIP/ROUGHING
- PENALTIES
- Defense:
- EQUIPMENT & ATTIRE
The quarterback cannot run with the ball. Only direct handoffs behind the line of scrimmage are permitted. Offense may use multiple handoffs. Absolutely NO laterals or pitches of any kind. “No-running zones,” located 5 yards from each end zone and 5 yards on either side of midfield, are designed to avoid short-yardage, power-running situations. The...
All players are eligible to receive passes (including the quarterback if the ball has been handed off behind the line of scrimmage). As in the NFL, only one player is allowed in motion at a time. A player must have at least one foot inbound when making a reception.
All passes must be forward and received beyond the line of scrimmage. Shovel passes are allowed but must be received beyond the line of scrimmage. The quarterback has a seven-second “pass clock.” If a pass is not thrown within the seven seconds, play is dead, loss of down. Once the ball is handed off, the seven-second rule no longer is in effect....
The ball must be snapped between the legs, not off to one side, to start play. Substitutions may be made on any dead ball. Play is ruled “dead” when: — Ball carrier’s flag is pulled. — Ball carrier steps out of bounds. — Touchdown or safety is scored. — At the point of an interception (interception returns are not allowed). — Ball carrier’s knee hi...
All players who rush the passer must be a minimum of seven yards from the line of scrimmage when the ball is snapped. Any number of players can rush the quarterback. Players not rushing the quarterback may defend on the line of scrimmage. Once the ball is handed off, the seven-yard rule no longer is in effect and all defenders may go behind the l...
If the field monitor or referee witnesses any acts of tackling, elbowing, cheap shots, blocking, or any unsportsmanlike act, the game will be stopped and the player will be ejected from the game. FOUL PLAY WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. Trash talking is illegal. Officials have the right to determine offensive language. (Trash talk is talk that may be o...
The referee will call all penalties. Referees determine incidental contact that may result from normal run of play. All penalties will be assessed from the line of scrimmage. Only the team captain may ask the referee questions about rule clarification and interpretations. Players cannot question judgment calls. Games cannot end on a defensive pe...
Offsides Interference down Illegal contact down (holding, blocking, pushing, etc.) Illegal flag pull down (before receiver has ball) Illegal rushing down (starting rush from inside 7-yard marker) Roughing the Passer down (any unnecessary physical contact with the passer) Delay of game
Tennis shoes or rubber cleats are allowed. Metal cleats are not permitted. Pre-game inspections must be made. All players must wear a protective mouthpiece; there are no exceptions. No obstructing clothing may be worn that might harm members of the other team or cover the flags. Players must wear the uniform and flags provided by the YMCA during ...
Learn how to play flag football, a contact-free version of the game that can be played at any age and on various field sizes. Find the official rules for different formats of flag football, such as IFAF, USA Football 5v5, and USA Football 7v7.
Learn the rules of flag football for league and tournaments worldwide. The rulebook covers general, personal, team, roster, playoff and weather rules for different styles of flag football.
Learn the basics of flag football rules, such as no contact, no fumbles, no run zones, and no center sneak plays. Find out how to score, run, receive, and pass in this fun and inclusive game for kids of all ages.
Learn the basics of flag football rules, equipment, positions, and scoring for youth players. Compare flag football with tackle football and find out how to join a league near you.
Learn the basic rules of NFL flag football for youth leagues, including timing, scoring, substitutions, and overtime. Download the official rule book for more details and modifications.
