Our goal for the Northern Alberta Flag Football League is to provide every child with an equal opportunity to play flag football. We believe our structure will give the kids the opportunity to learn and play multiple positions on both offense and defense. Our main focus is making sure everyone is having FUN while learning the basics of the game, teamwork and important lessons in sportsmanship. We have improved the quality and value of our program to provide our players with the best experience possible.
Players, coaches or teams who play to have FUN. Your child will learn the basic fundamentals of passing /catching and this program is designed to help develop an understanding of rules, teamwork, fundamentals and sportsmanship. This is a great way for our players to learn the basics of the game, and develop the skills and techniques necessary to succeed on both offense and defense. The slate of practices and games ensures that all participants receive comprehensive instruction and gain a keen understanding of the sport. Although it’s recreational, games are still competitive in nature.
Commitment: The EFCL League runs from Sept 5th - Oct 22nd, 2023 every week (with the exception of the Thanksgiving Day long weekend). Recreational games will take place at the participating Community Leagues, Competitive games will take place at Central Hubs and teams will play a total of 8 games in (6) weeks with no additional practices. Schedules will vary by team, but times will stay consistent from week to week. Times will be determined closer to the season as details are finalized.
Games: Games will be at a constant time on either Saturdays or Sundays in-between Noon - 4pm depending on Community League.* There may be some Friday Evening games (Night Lights Games) at some Communities.
Investment:Early Bird Price $210 until May 31st. Starting June 1st the fee is $250. This fee includes NFL Flag Team Reversible Jersey, NFL Flag Shorts, Flags, Football Alberta Membership, Football Canada Membership, Accident Insurance, Liability Insurance, Quality Trained Coaches (dependent on age level), and Field Rentals.
Team assignments are by community. Teams are distributed to ensure even numbers on each team (8 - 10 players/team). Players will be placed in divisions based on their age as of December 31, 2023.
The only additional equipment needed is a good pair of runners or cleats and a water bottle.
No experience is necessary.
Divisions will focus on 5 on 5 Flag Football.
Participating Community Leagues (When registering, if your community league is not listed please choose one of the below)
North East (Sunday Games)
Fraser https://www.frasercommunityleague.com
North West (Sunday Games)
Lorelei Beaumaris http://lbcl.ca
West (Sunday Games)
Lewis Estates https://www.lecl.org
South West (Saturday Games)
Brookside/Riverbend https://riverbendonline.ca
South East (Saturday Games)
North Milbourne https://nmclinfo.com