SPRING NFL FLAG

The goal of NFL Flag rules is to help the players understand the rules, many of which are needed for safety. It also our job to ensure that rules and formations and penalties do not overwhelm fun activity and learning.

 

SPRING NFL FLAG

RULES

Special Rules

Little Pro Program

• Shotgun snaps are NOT allowed.
• No Run Zones do not apply.
• 2nd Fumble Rule: If the center or quarterback fumbles the ball on the initial exchange (i.e., snap), is not a dead ball. Only the 2nd fumble counts.

Pro Program

• The ball is live on interceptions.

Rule Clarifications

• The No Running Zones apply "going in". That is, mid-field (25 yard line) to 20 yard line and the 5 yard line to goal.
• Running - Spinning is allowed, but players cannot leave their feet to avoid a defensive player (no diving). Players are not allowed to dive as part of an attempt to catch a pass.
• Diving - Players cannot leave their feat (diving) to make a play on the ball or the flag.

ADMINISTRATIVE GUIDELINES

Practices - In keeping with the fun spirit of our program, YPF highly recommends only one practice per week.

• Coaches may NOT require more than 2 practices per week.
• Little Pro practices should not be scheduled for more than 60 minutes a practice.
• Junior Pro and Pro practices should not be scheduled for more than 90 minutes a practice.

Playtime - Equal participation is part of YPF's philosophy, so coaches must be able to make each player feel he or she is an important part of the team. YPF policy requires coaches to play any player that attends at least one practice in a week. Coaches are asked to do their best to balance playtime as much as possible.

Coaches on Field

• Little Pro: A maximum of one (1) offensive and one (1) defensive coach are allowed on the field at the same time.
• Junior Pro: Not Allowed with the exception of the first two (2) regular season games of the season. During this period only, a maximum of one (1) offensive and one (1) defensive coach are allowed on the field at the same time.
• Pro: Not allowed

Tobacco Products - Tobacco products are strictly prohibited for use by coaches during practices and games.

Cancellations - YPF communicates decisions to cancel games due to inclement weather in a timely and efficient manner via our voice mail, 703.724.9241 and the website, www.youthproflag.com.

Banquets - Respective teams are responsible for coordinating appropriate activities (i.e., team parties, etc.).

Attire - Cleats are allowed, except for metal spikes. Inspections must be made. All players must wear a protective mouthpiece; there are no exceptions. Official NFL Flag jerseys must be worn during play. Black mesh shorts are preferred. Shorts with pockets are illegal.

Footballs - For games, we will use the K2 (Wilson) for Little Pro; K2 (Wilson) for Junior Pro; and the TDY (Wilson) for Pro. Spring NFL Flag will provide footballs for all games. No other footballs are allowed. Coaches are not allowed to substitute their footballs during games.

Field Responsibilities

Setup: The two teams in each age group (i.e., LP, JP & Pro) with the early game (i.e., 8:30a start) have responsibility for setting up the fields. This encompasses setup of Yard Markers,

Pylons and Cones.

Take Down: The two teams (opponents) in each age group (i.e., LP, JP & Pro) with the early game (i.e., 8:30a start) have responsibility for setting up the fields. This encompasses take down of Yard Markers, Pylons, and Cones, and placing in storage bins.

Policing: Our use of the property at GWU fields is a privilege. Accordingly, please have your parents/players police all trash after your game and take it to the trash cans.