ESSC FLAG FOOTBALL INFORMATION

Please take note of the registration deadline of Tuesday April 20th, 2010. Prior to this deadline, all registrants are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis; the closer to February 17th that you get your registration in, the better your chances are of making it into the league of your choice. After April 20th, if we require registrants, we will advertise any spots that are available.

General Description

ESSC Flag Football is a non-contact, 'fun-first' league. Flag Football is perfect for the football enthusiast who wants to avoid injury while having a blast with their friends and getting a good workout! After the game, enjoy ESSC specials at one of our many Sponsor Bars around Edmonton.

Who Can Play?

The ESSC is an adult league only. All player’s must be 18 years of age, or older, before they participate in any ESSC league or event. We accept all levels of skill and experience by offering a wide range of divisions. We welcome full team, small group, individual and substitute registrations.

Registration/Start Dates

Season

Not Offered

Not Offered

Not Offered

February 17, 2010

April 20, 2010

April 25, 2010

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

Cost

Type

Season Length

Description

Cost

Full Team

9 weeks

10 or more players

$515/team

5 weeks

10 or more players

$285/team

Small Groups
More info? Click here

9 weeks

5 – 8 players
(done on the same registration form)

$75/player

Small Groups

5 weeks

5 – 8 players
(done on the same registration form)

$50/player

1^st sport - Individuals
More info? Click here

9 weeks

1 – 4 players
(done on the same registration form)

$90/player

1^st sport - Individuals
More info? Click here

5 weeks

1 – 4 players
(done on the same registration form)

$60/player

2^nd sport - Individuals
(same registration form as 1^st sport)  

9 weeks

1 – 4 players
(done on the same registration form)

$60/player

3^rd sport - Individuals
(same registration form as 1^st & 2^nd sport)

9 weeks

1 – 4 players
(done on the same registration form)

$40/player

Substitutes

9 weeks

Sub info is given to teams who are in need of replacement players

FREE

 DIVISION DESCRIPTIONS

Division

                                                      
                                                       Description

Recreational

This division is for teams and individuals who are either new or just looking for a friendly match.  Teams or individuals should have basic knowledge of football and there will be some coordinated plays in this division.  A female must be an integral player in at least 1 play of the 4 ‘downs’ or scrimmage.

Recreational Plus

This division is for teams or players that have flag football experience and are familiar with positions on the field and looking to run coordinated plays.  A female must be an integral player in at least 1 play of the 4 ‘downs’ or scrimmage.

SPRING 2010  FLAG FOOTBALL OFFERINGS

Day/Night Offered

Season Length

Division

Tuesday

9 weeks

Recreational

Wednesday

9 weeks

Recreational

Thursday

9 weeks

Recreational

HOW DO I REGISTER?

All players should register and pay online using our secure registration process. Registering online helps ensure you get placed in the league of your choice, as registrations are accepted on a first come, first served basis. If you do not have a credit card, you can come to the office, during regular business hours, to pay by either cash or debit.

IMPORTANT FLAG FOOTBALL INFORMATION

Facility Information

ESSC Flag Football is played on various fields throughout the City.  Fields used are both public and private.  Any team or player who causes the ESSC to receive a complaint from a facility will be fined $100 and may be removed from the league. For full details, click here.

Equipment

All players are required to bring a light and dark colored shirt to every game. Please see the Rules section for legal equipment before purchasing your own gear. The EC is responsible for bringing equipment to the field.

Provided by the ESSC

Game balls, field markers, and flags

Optional – not provided by the ESSC

Cleats (non-metal), shin pads

Format/Rosters

All leagues are co-ed. Teams range in size from 10-13 players. Individual and small group registrants are combined to form full “Singles” teams that play together for the duration of the season. “Singles” teams will receive a roster via email 2 days before their first game. Games are one hour in length which includes a 5 minute warm-up and 5 minute half time.

Outdoor

5 players with at least two females on the field at all times.

Schedules

Schedules will be posted on the website, and emailed to participants, no later then 2 days prior to their first game. Games will not be scheduled on long weekend Sundays, but may be scheduled on long weekend Mondays.

Day/Night

Start Time

Weekday Games

Games will begin at 7:00pm. *In the event of a rain out or double header, games may start at 6 or 8pm.

Fall Sunday Games

Games will begin between 2:00pm and 5:00pm.

Calling the Shots

All players are expected to be on time, call their own fouls and abide by ESSC rules and polices. There is one Event Coordinator per four teams (2 fields) on each game night, but they are there only to run the games, they are NOT responsible for making calls.  The Event Coordinator will enter the scores for the fields they are playing at.

Additional Information

Players Meetings: The ESSC may or may not, depending on the season, host mandatory Players Meetings and/or require new Team Captains and individuals complete an online Player Questionnaire. This will be specified on the registration form.

Waiver: All players are expected to complete a waiver prior to playing in any ESSC league or event. One waiver per player, per season is sufficient. To complete the waiver, click here.

Reporting Scores: One player from each team, typically the captain, is responsible for reporting the game scores to the Event Coordinator at the end of your game.  The Event Coordinator will have a score sheet with them for captains to write their scores down on.

Field Permits: The Event Coordinator will bring all necessary permits to the field to verify booking times.

Weather Policy: The ESSC provides daily updates regarding weather. To view the entire weather policy, click here.