Flag football is a non-physical approach to the game of football. Instead of injuring themselves due to .
Flag Football - Basic Rules 2d5219
Although rules for flag football may vary, here is an example of a typical league's rules.
- A flag football field is usually around 60-80 yards long and 20-30 yards wide. The end zones are 10 yards long.
- In flag football there are no kickoffs. Whoever wins the coin toss will start with the ball from their own five yard line and will have three plays to cross midfield. Once a team crosses midfield it has another three plays to score a touchdown or else the other team takes over possession from its own five yard line.
- A flag football team consists of six players. Five of those players are allowed on the field at a time.
- When a team is within five yards of a touchdown, they are not allowed to run the ball. They must use a ing play.
- The flag football game consists of two halves that are 10-25 minutes in length.

Flag Football - Equipment 25u4y
Unlike normal football, a lot less equipment is necessary to play flag good hands and fast feet!
Flag Football - Getting Involved 2o6j5w
There are many different leagues for those interested in playing flag football. Youth leagues are open to kids five to 17 years old.
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