Flag football may not be what you think. It is, however, a lot of things that aren’t always associated with it. It is spectacular team spirit, with parents and fans making as much noise on the sidelines as they do at a professional game. It is fast, with players flying down the field attached to horizontal flags teasing the defense to grab hold. It is colorful, the turf a bright green bordered by cheerleaders, umbrellas, coolers and innumerous families of Spectators. It is fiercely competitive, and whether one is a player or supporter, their team’s victory is all that matters in the course of action on the field.
With more than a few leagues in Parkland and Coral Springs, it’s easy to see that football without helmets is a big favorite with athletes. Speed, passing and receiving aren’t a whole lot different than the more cumbersome tackle style, and parents aren’t as worried about Junior coming off the field with a major injury. However, sprains, strains and muscle soreness are always part of any jock’s (or jockette’s) life, and the occasional collision still happens out there. As with any sport worth playing, flag football is made even more valuable when one has to work hard to keep their spot on the field. These boys and girls are true athletes in every aspect, taking their conditioning and sport seriously for the best possible competition.
An exciting event for every family, regardless of their league affiliation, culminates the season’s end for the Coral Springs Flag Football Club. Celebrating their 40th Anniversary, their annual Cheer-Off will light up the night on Friday, November 2 at Mullins Park. Full of spirit, color and fantastic competition, it is a sight to behold as girls of all ages and sizes team up to vie for trophies and bragging rights. The players will be there too, as they bring flowers to their cheerleaders and show their appreciation for the great job the ladies have done to support them through the season. The following morning, November 3rd, both the Parkland and Coral Springs leagues will host their Super Bowls; an entire day filled with gridiron action, trophies and fun.