1. How old does my child have to be?
At least 5yrs old but no older than 17 as of 9/1/2010. For example, if a player is currently 4 but will turn 5 before 9/1/2010, then he/she will be able to play.

2. Can I have a friend or family member sign my child up?
Yes, a friend or family member can turn in your completed registration during the dates and times posted but it needs to be signed by a parent or legal guardian.

3. Do I need to bring a birth certificate to registration?
No, you will not need to provide a certificate of birth at the time of registration. However, the NFL and/or NWHCYS reserves the right ask any parent for a copy of their child's birth certificate should the player's date of birth ever come into question, i.e. during an NFL local, regional or national tournament.

4. Can I request that my child be on the same team as a friend or particular coach?
Yes, there is a section for this on the registration form. Keep in mind there are no guarantees.

5. How much time will practice and games take up?
1 practice per week and one game on Saturday. Teams can have up to 2 practice 2 per week until the season games begins.

6. When does the season start?
Practices begin no earlier than February 5th. The first games will begin the the last weekend of February. For more information, the schedule of the season and important dates are in the calendar section of this website.

7. Who is the coach?
We will ask a parent from the group of no more than 10 players to step up. If you are interested in coaching then please notify the league as soon as possible. The NFL allows only 3 on the sidelines. Those three are listed on the insurance and no others can switch out.

8. Where do we practice?
A location close to the coach and players.

9. How do you group the players?
First by request, then by school, then by subdivision/area.

10. Where will we play?
We ususally use local middle school stadium.

11. I have 2 children. Can they play together?
Yes, if the age qualifications are met. A child can never play down.

12. What are the age groups?
A is 5-6 Coed, B is 7-8 Coed, C is 9-11 Coed, D is 12-14 boys, E is 12-14 girls,F is 15-17 boys,G is 15-17girls.

13. Are there any other charges?
Yes, they are optional items like pictures and team t-shirts. There is also a $200 sponsor for each team. This pays for the tournament and various league expenses.

14. What is the tournament weekend?
It is a tournament style playoff championship series. Teams begin to play single elimination games, with winners advancing. Everyone is in the tournament. The Championship game is played for each division with the date set after registration closes.

15. Is NFL Houston Texans Flag competitive?
This can be a fun sport as well as a competitive one so long as we adults set the correct tone early on. Score boards will not be used during the season and only wins/losses are kept and posted at this site. Coaches should foster good core team values and promote skill building techniques for every player. There will be a league tournament at the end of the season where every team will have a chance to compete and put these skills to work. The intent is that every player has fun during the regular season while learning the game so that they are prepared to handle the competitiveness of the tournament. For those teams in the 9-11 age bracket as well as the 12-14 year old brackets who want to take their talents to the next level of competitiveness, several NFL teams will host NFL Flag regional tournaments next October/November. Any team who has played NFL Flag football in 2010 will be allowed to play in any of these regional tournaments. Winners of the regional tournaments will be invited to attend the National NFL Flag tournament at Disney’s Wide World of Sports Complex in Florida in late November. All travel and lodging expenses for those winning teams will be paid by the NFL National Championship.

16. Is it hard to coach?
No, it is an easy game to learn and teach. Mom or Dad could do it.


For further questions or comments not answered in this FAQ section, please contact us at 281-587-6800.