What Does a Wide Receiver Do in Flag Football? Playing wide receiver (WR) in flag football is all about versatility, quick thinking, and sharp skills. Unlike tackle football, wide receivers in flag football aren't just pass-catchers—they can often be involved in hand-offs, reverses, and trick plays, making them one of the most dynamic positions on the field. What's...
Flag football is a fast-paced, strategic, and inclusive version of traditional football that eliminates tackling while keeping the excitement of the game intact. Whether you’re new to the sport or an experienced player, understanding flag football positions is crucial to success on the field. In this guide, we’ll break down each position, its responsibilities, and how...
Get ready, flag football fans! USA Flag is thrilled to announce that the prestigious Tampa World Championships will be broadcast nationwide on CBS Sports, bringing an electrifying display of competition and skill straight to your screens. This landmark event is set to elevate flag football’s profile, allowing fans across the country to experience the sport at...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Running flag football routes isn't too different from running traditional football routes, but there are some nuances & differences, along with common terms and names for them that many new players aren't familiar with. Here is a list of 22 flag football routes, a football route tree that you can reference and some information to help...
Recently in our LinkedIn Flag Football group we had a question come up about the best 5 on 5 flag football defense strategies to use, so we thought it would be a good intro to a breakdown of our top 5 recommended 5 on 5 flag football defenses that every team should implement at different times. [bsa_pro_ad_space id=7] Here...
Many people have asked for some 5 on 5 flag football defense tips, and there's no better place to start than how to defend a bunch offense. The bunch offense might be one of the most difficult offenses to defend, but there are a couple of ways to make it easier for the team. You will...
Have you played quarterback in the past but are new to flag football? Or maybe you've been playing flag football for awhile and are just now trying out the quarterback position? Here are some basic flag football tips for new and beginner quarterbacks to help set you on the right track. Find a ball that’s right for you Sounds...
Hip moves don't come naturally, and when you start playing flag football, the biggest thing to focus on that's a big change from normal football: don’t flag guard. It is a natural reaction for everyone and takes a little bit of time to get used to not doing it. Once you perfect the art of not stiff arming...
All the flag football play calling advice and plays in the world won't help you if the other team equally or more prepared, so this is when learning how to put those plans into action will help set your team apart. Part 4: Execution Fundamentals If there's anything I'd stress over everything we've already talked about, it's stressing to your...
There are certain flag football routes and plays that are so popular and so specific to the sport that they become universally known by a certain name as players begin to pass them around from team to team. As a receiver, I know that as I was learning the game, at different points a quarterback would...
There are hundreds of effective flag football plays that can be used in an offense to help your team succeed, but sometimes it's not about quantity, it's about quality. Knowing when and how to ride a select few plays all the way to victory is key, and the tips below are meant to help you optimize your...
When it comes to flag football play calling, learning how to make the proper adjustments is one of the hardest things to learn but also one of the most beneficial. The key is being one step ahead of the defense, and the tips below will help you learn how to master the art of flag football...
There are many ways to win in this sport, but flag football play calling is an extremely important aspect of the game that separates the good teams and players from the great. This is part of a four part series where we will discuss game planning, adjustments, deception and execution specifically for the 5 on 5...
One of the most overlooked positions on the flag football field is typically the position of the rusher, yet aside from the quarterback, I would argue this is the most impactful positon that can make or break any team. One of the biggest mistakes I see of many inexperienced teams is putting their worst athlete at...
