§  Successfully pass a criminal background check (all background checks are good for 2 years)

§  Complete Heads Up Concussion Awareness Online Training (~ 30 minutes)

§  Be enthusiastic, organized and dependable

§  Makes ensuring a positive experience for players a priority over winning

§  Be patient, especially with the players

§  Have a working knowledge of the sport 

Volunteer Responsibilities

§  Coach a flag football team of boys and girls, ranging in age from 5 to 14

§  Coach games and practices 1 weekend day per week (1 hour practice before Game)

§  Teach players the fundamentals of the game

§  Emphasis on sportsmanship, fair play, and full participation 

§  Provide a safe and fun environment for the players

§  Learn and follow all league rules, policies, and procedures

§  Give each player equal playing time

§  Put the feelings of the players ahead of the coach’s desire to win at all cost

§  Communicate with parents as needed 

Resources

Every NLPA Flag Football Coach will receive Free access to all NFL Flag resources. 

§  Flag Coaching Certification

§  Practice Planners and Animated Drills Library

§  Playbooks

§  Team Web Page

§  Health & Safety Content

§  Also access to First Down Playbook & Team MOJO app.

Coach Discount

If you are volunteering to be a Head Coach, go to the "Register Now" page and register yourself as a head coach or a coach before you register your child.  This will get you a discount code to apply to your child's registration fee.