Down, Set, Hike!
Our recreational league teaches fundamentals while learning to appreciate the sport of football and refine physical skills! We focus on family involvement, team building, confidence, and developing our core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and faith.
Seasons Offered
Flag Football league is offered during the Fall season.
League Dates: October 20 - December 6, 2025
Registration Dates: August 25 - October 5, 2025
NEW THIS YEAR: We’re excited to introduce an All-Girls U13 Flag Football Team for ages 10–12! Play alongside other girls, compete, and build your skills this fall.
AGES
U7 (Ages 5–6) - Coed
U9 (Ages 7–8) - Coed
U11 (Ages 9–10) - Coed
U13 (Ages 10–12) - Coed
NEW! U13 (Ages 10–12) - Girls Only
PRICING
Members $65
Program Participants $95
PRACTICES AND GAMES
- Practices are held once weekly on Monday, Tuesday, or Thursday for 60 minutes. Participants are allowed to choose their date and time of practice during registration.
- Games will be played on various weekdays and Saturdays throughout the season
LOCATIONS
Warlick Family YMCA
2221 Robinwood Rd
Gastonia, NC 28054
Ranlo Field
Spencer Mountain Rd
Gastonia, NC 28054
EQUIPMENT LIST FOR PLAYERS
- Team jersey – provided
- Tall socks
- Rubber Cleats
BECOME A COACH
Please consider coaching a team this season by indicating your interest in your registration or contact us and let us know. Coaches get the first choice of practice day/time.
STAY INFORMED WITH PLAYERSPACE
Updates, highlights, and specific details are sent via email and/or text through a system called PlayerSpace. Please ensure that you register with accurate contact information to receive important program communication. We are as invested as you are in ensuring you get the details you need to make your week run smoothly. If you are not receiving emails, please check your spam or junk filter and then make “playerspace” an approved sender. Follow us on FB and Insta for special highlights.
Cancellation Policy
Before finalizing your registration, we want to ensure you have all the details to make an informed decision. Participation in our programs and events is an exciting commitment, and it’s important to note our policy regarding refunds. Once the registration period has ended, all fees are non-refundable. By completing your registration, you acknowledge and agree that no refunds will be issued under any circumstances beyond the registration deadline. We encourage you to review all event details and ensure your availability before completing your registration.
How to Cancel
You can call or come in to cancel at the branch associate with your program during our regular business hours. See locations, contact information and branch hours.
Partnering with Dick’s Sporting Goods to Support Youth Sports
The Y is proud to partner with our local Dick’s Sporting Goods to bring you special coupons and deals throughout the year. When you purchase your youth sports gear from Dick’s Sporting Goods using our exclusive coupons, the Y receives additional support to help facilitate our youth sports programming.
