Youth Flag Football FAQs

Registration Questions

When is this league offered?

We have a Spring season that is February - May and a Fall season that is August - October. 

What type of registration do you accept?

We accept individual registration only. We do not accept team registration. 

What is included with my registration fee?

NFL Flag Jersey, flag belt and practice times are included with the registration fee.

Are all games played in The Colony?

Yes, all games will be played in The Colony. 

Who can register for the league?

Boys ages 5-12 years old and girls 5-18 years old are eligible to participate in the league. Age qualification is determined by age on 9/1 of the current school year.

Can I apply for financial assistance?

Yes, we do offer financial assistance for our youth leagues. We determine financial assistance by the number of people in your household and income on your most recent tax return. For more information regarding financial assistance please email playtcsports@thecolonytx.gov.

How are teams formed?

The Colony Parks and Recreation Athletics staff form teams via coach/friend requests and other factors. Below are some of the factors that are used in order to form teams:

  • Friend Requests
  • Coach Requests
  • Number of participants registered
  • Number of teams we are able to make due to number of participants registered
  • School
  • Height, Weight, Age, Etc

When registering you will be able to submit requests and information that we go off of. 

Can I play my child up a division?

There are a few exceptions for a participant to play up. The following exceptions are allowed:

  • The participant is the qualifying age at the time of the start of the season. Example: My son was 8 on the aging date of 9/1/2024, but will be 9 by the start of the season. In this example, the child would be able to play in either the 8U or 10U division as he would be 9 by the start of the season. 
  • The parent of the participant will be the head coach of the team. 
  • A coach has requested the child to be placed on their team. In order for this exception to be approved, the coach would need to send an email to the Athletic Staff requesting the child to be on their team.

For any of these exceptions you would have to register over the phone with an athletics staff member. You would NOT be able to register online. 

What is the refund policy?

  • Refunds for PARD operated athletic leagues will not be considered after teams or schedules have been formed. 
  • A 20% administrative fee will be charged for all refunds requested for PARD operated athletic leagues prior to teams being formed or schedules being made. 
  • Medical refunds will be granted at a prorated amount for the portion of the program missed if a doctor's note is provided. 
  • Programs cancelled by PARD due to low enrollment or other circumstances will result in the patron's choice of full refund, transfer, or credit to their account for future registrations. 


Can I change my child's team?

No, once rosters are made we do not make changes to rosters. There is no exception to this policy and all requests will be denied. 

Coaching Questions

Why do we require volunteer coaches?

We require volunteer coaches for all of our youth leagues. This is due to us being a recreational league and in order to keep the registration price down for participants. If we hired coaches the registration fee would drastically increase. 

How do I apply to be a coach?

  • During the registration process selecting yes on the question about coaching
  • Clicking Here
  • By emailing playtcsports@thecolonytx.gov

Why doesn't my child have a coach?

All of our leagues rely on volunteer coaches due to this there is a chance that we do not have enough volunteers by the start of the season. If this is the case, we will send out emails to the team to find a volunteer and have a parent meeting. We do not offer refunds for teams without coaches at the beginning of the season. 

What qualifications do I need to be a coach?

  • No experience is needed to coach
  • All coaches must go through the background check process and fill out required paperwork

Season Questions

How many practices does each team get?

Each team will receive two 1 hour practices a week for the season. This practice time is set by the volunteer coach at the coaches meeting prior to the season. 

Why does my team only get two practices a week?

Due to field space we only provide two practices per team a week. Any other practice time on a city athletic field must be approved and paid for prior to usage. 

Where are practices located?

Practices are located at BB Owen Sports Complex at 5700 Squires Drive, The Colony, Texas 75056.

Where are games located?

Games are located at Strike Middle Schools Turf field with is located at 8798 Scotty's Lake Lane, The Colony, Texas 75056.

Are mouthguards required?

Yes, mouthguards are required to play. You may purchase a mouthguard during registration or purchase one on your own. We do NOT provide mouthguards. If a child does not have a mouthguard during a game, they will not be able to play. 

Do I need to provide my own ball?

We provide one NFL flag ball to the coach of each team, but we highly recommend purchasing your own football for practice. 

What happens if I lose my jersey?

You can purchase a new jersey by reaching out to playtcsports@thecolonytx.gov for $30.00 + shipping. We do not have a stock of jerseys for flag football so we would have to submit a single order to the jersey company. 

What happens if I lose my flag belt?

You can purchase a replacement flag belt for $5 by emailing playtcsports@thecolonytx.gov.

What type of shoes are required?

Closed toe athletic shoes are required. You may wear turf cleats. With the exception of metal cleats.

How do I check field status?

You can checkout The Colony Parks and Recreation Department line at the following link: https://rainoutline.com/search/dnis/4692174064 

Field status is updated by 3:30pm each day as needed.

How long is the season?

There will be 6 regular season games and the top 4 teams in each division will result in a playoff game. 

Will there be double headers?

There is a possibility for double headers during the regular season and playoffs. Double headers might be required due to number of teams in certain divisions and the length of the season.

Do spectators have to pay to watch games?

No, entry is free for anyone wanting to watch games. Though spectators must be respectful and have sportsmanship themselves. All spectators are subject to the same sportsmanship rules as players and coaches. 

Are noise makers allowed?

Noise makers are allowed, confetti cannons are prohibited.

For more information contact the Athletics Team at playtcsports@thecolonytx.gov