Good news for the young gridiron fans in Kingsport as the local Parks and Recreation is rolling out an NFL FLAG football league this summer. Joining forces with the official flag football program of the National Football League, Kingsport aims to bring the fast-paced, non-contact excitement to youth athletes across the region. A staggering number of 750,000 young players are already engaged in NFL FLAG, and that number is bound to rise with Kingsport's latest addition.
Parents keen on signing up their kids can mark their calendars for May 12, when registration kicks off. The league welcomes children from the tender age of five up to twelve, segmented into quaintly named divisions like Bantam and Pee Wee. The cost per child is fixed at $60, and as a sweet kicker, the price includes both the jersey and the flags. The anticipated start date for the league is July 28. According to an article by Kingsport Parks and Recreation, "Flag football is the perfect introduction to football fundamentals and a great opportunity for tackle athletes to refine their technique in the offseason," shared Program Administrator Nate Williams. He went on to elaborate, "The league is designed to give boys and girls of all abilities a chance to learn, play—and have a blast doing it."
Beyond the sheer thrill of the game, NFL FLAG stands as the only league where young athletes can sport official NFL gear, a fact that's likely to turn heads and spark dreams of playing under the bright stadium lights. This no-contact setup ensures that NFL FLAG is a safe and inclusive environment, promoting the spirit of the game among boys and girls regardless of their skill level. It's no wonder the league is at the pinnacle as the largest flag football league in the U.S.
For those ready to get in the game, registration options abound. Kingsport has made the process as easy as a quarterback sneak with online signups available through their official link or the Connect Kingsport app. Simply searching for "flag football" after clicking on the “CivicRec” link on the City of Kingsport's website can direct enthusiasts to the registration page. As football is less about spectating and more about doing, it looks like Kingsport's youth are in for quite the active summer.
