The Youth Flag Football Handbook

The Ultimate Youth Flag Football Handbook for Coaches, Parents & Players

Whether you're coaching for the first time, supporting your child on the field, or looking for the best youth flag football drills and plays, this handbook delivers everything you need to run confident, organized, and high-energy practices that kids love. Packed with age-appropriate drills, modern play diagrams, and step-by-step practice plans, this is your complete guide to teaching flag football the right way-while keeping every child engaged, active, and having fun

Perfect for NFL FLAG, YMCA, Upward, city rec leagues, and all community programs

What You'll Learn Inside:

• Easy, plug-and-play practice plans for beginners, intermediate players, and mixed-skill teams
• Modern, full-color play diagrams that show routes, spacing, and player movement clearly
• Age-specific flag football drills for passing, catching, flag pulling, route running, footwork, defense, and more
• Rule breakdowns for 5-on-5 and 7-on-7 flag football-including league variations you should know
• Game day checklists and preparation tips to reduce stress and avoid last-minute chaos
• Team-building activities that teach sportsmanship, confidence, communication, and leadership
• Coaching strategies for keeping kids engaged, focused, and excited during every practice
• Drill modifications for small teams, large teams, and uneven skill groups
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