Coaching Reminder: Head coaches are allowed to select ONE assistant coach until rosters have been finalized by the league. Once rosters are complete and posted, head coaches can have as many assistant coaches they would like from their given roster of parents.
Help young athletes fall in love with football and teach them valuable lessons that will last more than just four quarters.
Why NFL FLAG?
NFL FLAG is the largest flag football organization in the country and supported by the National Football League. Youth athletes ages 4 to 17—regardless of background, age and socioeconomic status—have the opportunity to participate in a fast-paced football league in a safe environment.
Show your love of the game by helping to create plays and memories for NFL FLAG youth athletes
Access to free coaching tools
Official NFL team jerseys for your players
Opportunity to help young athletes have fun while teaching them the importance of sportsmanship, teamwork, comradery and discipline
A chance to inspire the next generation of football players
Please note: Teams are only allowed to have one head coach and one assistant coach assigned to a team until after rosters are finalized internally by the league. The only exception would be if a coach does not have a player playing in the league and has volunteered to help.
After teams are finalized, more than two coaches are allowed per team if the head coach would like.
Coaching a team of youths can be a tremendously rewarding experience, giving you the opportunity to help young players grow and learn, face challenges and experience success.
No prior coaching experience necessary - as a Seacoast Youth Flag Football Coach, you will be given all the resources and support you need to help you succeed.
If you have a child playing in the league, you will coach their team.
Volunteer coaching positions will be filled, as needed, by coaches registration date.
- Coach a flag football team of boys and girls, ages 5-15
- Coach games and practices
- Teach players the fundamentals of the game
- Emphasis on sportsmanship, fair play, and full participation
- Provide a safe and fun environment for the players
- Learn and follow all league rules, policies, and procedures
Qualifications
- Successfully pass a criminal background check (SYFFL processes backround check thru your online registration)
- Be enthusiastic, organized and dependable
- Ensuring a positive experience for players a priority over winning
- Be patient, especially with the players
- Have a working knowledge of the sport
Resources
- Flag Coaching Certification
- Practice Planners and Animated Drills Library
- Playbooks
- Team Web Page
- Health & Safety Content
Coaching positions to be filled as needed, based on registration date