Flag football

For information please contact:
Upward League Commissioner
Justin Miller 
or
North Main Pastor & Upward Coordinator
Melissa Hickman at   or (office) 724-332-7813.

Register now: 
https://registration.upward.org/UPW88615

A Message from League Commissioner Justin Miller,
Hey Upward Families!
We’re excited to kick off our third season of Upward Flag Football and Cheer and you won’t want to miss it! Flag football is one of the fastest-growing sports in the country, with high schools, colleges, and even the 2028 Olympics joining in. Whether you're returning or joining us for the first time, we can’t wait to have you on the field.

WHO CAN JOIN?

  • Flag Football: Co-ed, for players entering Kindergarten–6th Grade

  • Cheerleading: Girls entering Kindergarten–6th Grade

KEY DATES & SCHEDULE

  • Practices:

    • Grades 4–6: Tuesday evenings

    • Grades K–3: Thursday evenings

    • Cheer: TBD

  • Evaluations:

    • Grades 4–6: Tuesday, July 29 & Sunday, August 3

    • Grades K–3: Thursday, July 31 & Sunday, August 3

    • Exact times will be shared closer to evaluation dates

  • Season Starts: End of July
  • Games: Sunday afternoons/evenings at Butler Memorial Stadium
  • Last Game: October 5
    (No games Labor Day weekend. Awards ceremony date TBD.)

LOCATION

  • All flag practices & games: Butler Memorial Stadium at Butler Memorial Park
  • Cheer practices: Butler Memorial Stadium or North Main Street Church of God

COST

$95 per player, which includes:

  • Flag: Reversible jersey (Bears and Dolphins), flag belt, wristband, end-of-season award

  • Cheer: Top, skorts, poms, hair bow, megaphone, end-of-season award

  • Optional: Orange shorts (flag) or white mock turtleneck (cheer) – $14

Scholarships are available — please reach out if you need support!
We kindly ask that families pay upon registration to help us reduce administrative time and focus more on what matters: your kids!
PRACTICES
All teams will train together for consistent instruction, then split into individual teams for play reviews. Practices will last about 90 minutes and include a short devotion.
GAMES
Our Sunday game days bring the energy! Expect:

  • A real stadium setting

  • Announcers, music, and maybe even games under the lights!

WHAT TO BRING (FLAG)

  • Water bottle (with name written on it)

  • Cleats (any sport type: football, soccer, baseball, etc.)

  • Optional: mouthpiece

  • Positive attitude and love for the game!

WANT TO GET INVOLVED?

Yes, you can help! We need coaches and volunteers. No experience? No worries! We'll practice as a group and Upward offers great coaching resources.
Coaches even get cool swag (yes, hats included)!
Volunteer here: Volunteer Link

COMMON QUESTIONS

Is flag football "real" football?
Yes! Flag football teaches many of the same fundamentals as tackle—throwing, catching, running routes, defensive positioning, and more—just in a safer environment. It’s also a fantastic stepping stone for youth or junior high tackle football.
Can girls really play?
Absolutely! Girls not only participate—they excel. Football is evolving, and women are making their mark as players, referees, and coaches. We encourage all young athletes to get in the game.
What if we're on vacation?
No problem! Just let us know about conflicts with evaluations, practices, or games—we’ll work with you.
There’s nothing like stepping onto the field under the lights, the grass dewy beneath your feet, and the buzz of game day in the air. Football season is coming and you want to be part of it!

God Bless and Go Upward!!
Justin Miller

724.679.1755

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