WHAT IS FLAG FOOTBALL? WHAT DO WE DO?

WYFC is excited to announce that we have partnered with NFL flag, the official NFL youth football organization! We offer non-tackle football for children between ages of 5-7 years old, whom reside in Wappingers Falls and its surrounding towns. We understand that flag football is the foundation of our program, and the beginning of a great future for many football athletes to come. Our program takes great pride in teaching the fundamentals of football to our youth athletes and providing them a safe and exciting space to develop into what can one day become your favorite high school, collegiate, and possible professional NFL player!

WHAT DOES PRACTICE REQUIRE?

Practice will begin on Tuesday, August 5th. Practices are located at the backfield of Wappingers Junior High School. Each team will have a designated practice area. Days and times can vary for each team (final practice schedule TBA by June). Practice takes place two to three times per week and will continue until the first weekend of November. Athletes are expected to have cleats, mouthpiece and a full water bottle to keep them plenty hydrated throughout the duration of practice. All athletes are expected to attend practice. As we understand things may come up, we ask that you communicate with your coach. Excessive absence not only affects your athlete individually but will affect the entire team as a whole. Final practice schedule made available by June.

WHAT IS GAMEDAY LIKE?

Game day takes place on Sundays beginning the first weekend of September, with the possibility of one or two games being held on a Saturday. Athletes will arrive approximately 1 hour before start time. Games are held at our field at Wappingers Junior High School, and last for approximately one hour. All athletes are expected to be in attendance and on time on game day.

HOW MUCH DOES FLAG FOOTBALL COST?

Flag football costs $150.00. This includes an official NFL flag jersey personalized for your athlete's team, matching socks and flags. Parents are responsible for purchasing cleats, mouthpieces and game shorts.

IMPORTANT DATES

June 14th - Football/Cheerleading Clinic

June 28th - Football/Cheerleading Clinic

July 12th - Wildcats Family Summer Event

August 5th - First Day of Practice

September 7th - Football Games Kickoff

Football Games TBA by 8/30

Picture Day TBD

Program Trophy Party TBD

* Please advise that all games are mandatory for all flag football athletes.

* Please advise that all dates and times are subject to change and will always be communicated with you.

If you have any further questions, or have an interest in coaching for one our flag football teams, please contact our Flag Commissioner; Sam Pendleton at wwcoachpendleton@gmail.com, or our Football President; Dwayne Ridenhour at coachridenhour@gmail.com

Program email: wappingersyouthfootball@gmail.com