What ages are eligible to play Flag/Tackle Football?

Tackle: Ages 8-14 

Flag: 2nd - 8th Grade

When can I register?
2024 Tackle - TBD

2024 Spring Flag - Registration now open

When is the deadline to register? TBD

How much does it cost to register?
Spring Flag - $99

Fall Flag - $175

What do the fees go towards?

Insurance, game sites, facilities, equipment, referees and administrative fees

How do I register?
Online 
Tackle Football Registration - N/A
Flag Football Registration - online when available

Please feel free to contact Tony Locascio at coachtonylocascio@outlook.com with any registration questions or concerns. 

If my child has never played football before, what football program do you suggest they join?
When tackle is available, the decision can be complex and and is up to the child and parent. We have had players who started with tackle football and players who started with flag football. We also have players who have only played flag football or only tackle football.  Prior experience is not a prerequisite for either flag or tackle.  Our tackle coaches are certified in “Heads up Tackle” and teach the fundamentals of proper, safe tackling as well as other football techniques.   Feel free to contact BIFJA President Shawn O’Neill to have a more in-depth discussion about what might be the best fit for your child.  If you want to hear from other parents on this topic, read our testimonials.

What are the requirements to coach?
- Coaches must also take on the responsibility of scheduling practices for their teams. 

When do 2024 fall season practices start?
Tackle  - TBD
Fall Flag - TBD

When and where are practices? 

Fall Flag - practices are typically held once a week and generally run for about an hour.  Location and start times can vary team to team but most practices are held at Strawberry Hill Field.

Spring Flag - No practice.  Games only

When are games played?
Fall Flag - games are normally played on Friday evenings and Sunday mornings/afternoons.  All games are played at Strawberry Hill Field.

Spring Flag - games are played on Sundays only at Battle Point Turf Field # 5

When do games begin and how many games will teams play during season?
Spring Flag - Games will be held every Sunday beginning 4/21 and ending 5/19

Playoffs/End of Season:

TBD

How long are the games?

Flag football games are approximately 50 minutes long.  

What equipment do I need to buy my child?
Flag Football: BIJFA will provide games jerseys and flags.  Players should have cleats and water bottles for practice/games.

For general flag questions, please contact Head of Flag operations Tony Locascio at coachtonylocascio@outlook.com or BIJFA President Shawn O'Neill at shawnfo44@gmail.com