Upward Flag Football is a first-class sports experience for children that emphasizes healthy competition, sportsmanship, skills building and fun versus the “win-at-all-costs” mentality associated with many sports leagues. On top of equipping children with sport fundamentals needed to participate at the next level, some unique features to Upward are:
- Each child is evaluated before the team selection process to create balanced teams that are competitive.
- Upward utilizes a unique substitution system which guarantees every child equal playing time.
- Upward aims to teach both athletic skill as well as values for success on and off the playing field/court.
- Upward prioritizes a family friendly schedule by conducting one-hour practices and games each week.
- With supportive coaches and a positive sports environment, Upward is designed to bring out “the winner” in every child regardless of the game’s score.
Upward Flag Football is a fundamentals based league that teaches the sport as well as sportsmanship. Minus tackling and the kicking game, your child will gain every other skill that pertains to football.
Are the evaluations a tryout?
No. Evaluations are designed to create equal teams and give each player an equal opportunity to improve his/her football skills.
How can I learn about the unique Upward rules?
Rules unique to Upward Flag Football will be provided in the Parent’s Guide to Upward Flag Football. This information sheet will be provided when your child receives their uniform.
Is there physical contact in this league?
No. This is a no-contact league. No tackling, blocking, stiff-arming or physical contact of any kind is allowed. Penalties for contact will be enforced.
What size football should my child practice with?
Upward recommends a peewee (size 3) football for K5-2nd graders and a junior (size 6) football for 3rd-6th graders.
Winner’s Kit – What will my child receive when participating in Upward Flag Football?
Each Upward Sport has been designed to bring out “the winner” in every child. This is accomplished through quality coaching that teaches not only the fundamentals of the sport but also focuses on sportsmanship, teamwork, integrity and respect for authority. To help teach these valuable life lessons and create the best sports experience possible, each child will receive sport specific Upward gear. The items specfic to flag footbal are:
- Upward Jersey
- Car Magnet
- Flags
- Wrist Coach
- Scripture Learning Cards
- Magnet Card Holder
- End of Season Award
- Gospel Pack
- Sticker Stars
- Access to Teamupward.com and Practice Card
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