Mokena Burros-Flag

FLAG PROGRAM

Mission Statement

The mission of the Burros Flag Football program is to teach young children ages 6 through 8 the basics and fundamentals of football while promoting the values of good sportsmanship and teamwork. Above all, the objective of the program is to provide young children the opportunity to have fun and make friends while learning the game of football.

Eligibility

The Flag program is for children ages 6, 7, and 8 years old. Children who are 8 years old must be less than 80 lbs. Players cannot turn 9 years old before September 1, 2007. Players must show proof of age by birth certificate. Each player must be present at registration to be weighed and sized for jerseys.

Teams

Team composition will consider the age and size of each player, the intent is to have all teams equal in age and weight to promote competitive play.

Participation

Each player will play in every game. Player positions and substitutions are up to the discretion of the coaches. Team roster sizes are designed to allow for minimal substitution and player absences. It is important that players make every attempt to attend all practices and games.

Games

Games will be held on Saturday mornings with the first game scheduled to be played at the end of August. Games will be played at either Main Park or behind Mokena Elementary School. The official game schedule with dates and times will be given out at the start of preseason practice.

Practice

Flag Practice will start at the beginning of August. Practices will be held at Grasmere Park in Mokena. Flag teams practice twice a week: Monday’s and Wednesday’s, or Tuesday’s and Thursday’s from approximately 6:00 PM until 7:30 PM. Once team rosters have been established, team coaches will notify each player with information on their specific practice dates/times.

Equipment

Each Flag Player will be furnished with a jersey, flag helmet, mouth guard, and set of flags. The helmet and flags must be returned, players are allowed to keep their jersey. Jerseys will have the player’s last name printed on the back of the jersey, so it is important to have the correct spelling of the last name given at registration. Gym shoes or football shoes are required. Metal spikes are not permitted. Football pants with belt loops are also recommended.

Parking

Parents are reminded to obey all posted signage regarding parking and speed limits. Please also respect the neighbors who have homes along Grasmere Park. Avoid turning around in their driveways or cutting through their property. When dropping off and picking up your children from practices and games, please use extreme caution and avoid your child having to cross the street or walk between cars to get to your vehicle. Parents are asked to share this information with anyone responsible for dropping off or picking up their child.

Flag Bowl

The Flag Bowl is a special event that marks the end of the Flag season. The Flag Bowl is a single-elimination tournament involving all flag teams. Each player will receive a commemorative medallion. The Flag Bowl winners receive a championship medallion. The Flag Bowl will take place in early October. Exact dates, times, and location will be announced once the season begins.

Banquet

A Flag Banquet will be held at the end of the season to allow for players and coaches to meet one last time to celebrate the season. Each player will receive an individual award at the banquet. The banquet is a simple pizza party. Parents and siblings are welcome to attend.


	FLAG PROGRAM flag@mokenaburros.com Mission Statement The mission of the Burros Flag Football program is to teach young children ages 6 through 8 the basics and fundamentals of football while promoting the values of good sportsmanship and teamwork. Above all, the objective of the program is to provide young children the opportunity to have fun and make friends while learning the game of football. Eligibility The Flag program is for children ages 6, 7, and 8 years old. Children who are 8 years old must be less than 80 lbs. Players cannot turn 9 years old before September 1, 2007. Players must show proof of age by birth certificate. Each player must be present at registration to be weighed and sized for jerseys. Teams Team composition will consider the age and size of each player, the intent is to have all teams equal in age and weight to promote competitive play. Participation Each player will play in every game. Player positions and substitutions are up to the discretion of the coaches. Team roster sizes are designed to allow for minimal substitution and player absences. It is important that players make every attempt to attend all practices and games. Games Games will be held on Saturday mornings with the first game scheduled to be played at the end of August. Games will be played at either Main Park or behind Mokena Elementary School. The official game schedule with dates and times will be given out at the start of preseason practice. Practice Flag Practice will start at the beginning of August. Practices will be held at Grasmere Park in Mokena. Flag teams practice twice a week: Monday’s and Wednesday’s, or Tuesday’s and Thursday’s from approximately 6:00 PM until 7:30 PM. Once team rosters have been established, team coaches will notify each player with information on their specific practice dates/times. Equipment Each Flag Player will be furnished with a jersey, flag helmet, mouth guard, and set of flags. The helmet and flags must be returned, players are allowed to keep their jersey. Jerseys will have the player’s last name printed on the back of the jersey, so it is important to have the correct spelling of the last name given at registration. Gym shoes or football shoes are required. Metal spikes are not permitted. Football pants with belt loops are also recommended. Parking Parents are reminded to obey all posted signage regarding parking and speed limits. Please also respect the neighbors who have homes along Grasmere Park. Avoid turning around in their driveways or cutting through their property. When dropping off and picking up your children from practices and games, please use extreme caution and avoid your child having to cross the street or walk between cars to get to your vehicle. Parents are asked to share this information with anyone responsible for dropping off or picking up their child. Flag Bowl The Flag Bowl is a special event that marks the end of the Flag season. The Flag Bowl is a single-elimination tournament involving all flag teams. Each player will receive a commemorative medallion. The Flag Bowl winners receive a championship medallion. The Flag Bowl will take place in early October. Exact dates, times, and location will be announced once the season begins. Banquet A Flag Banquet will be held at the end of the season to allow for players and coaches to meet one last time to celebrate the season. Each player will receive an individual award at the banquet. The banquet is a simple pizza party. Parents and siblings are welcome to attend.