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FAQ's

Where are the games Played?

EDMOND OKC LEAGUE

 OKLAHOMA CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY (SPRING ONLY) -- 2501 E MEMORIAL RD. EDMOND, OK  73013

SCORE OKC (SPRING & FALL) --- 18509 N.  MERIDIAN. EDMOND, OK

NORTH OKC  --- CHESAPEAKE CAMPUS (SPRING & FALL) - 6100 N WESTERN AVE OKC, OK 73118

MOORE - BUCK THOMAS PARK (SPRING & FALL) --- 1903 NE 12TH ST. MOORE, OK 73160

CHOCTAW --- BOUSE SPORTS COMPLEX (SPRING & FALL) --- 13333 INDIAN MERIDIAN RD.  CHOCTAW, OK 

 

When are the games played?

Competitive League is mostly Friday and occasional Wednesday. Recreational League is Wednesday. The times are TBD based on the number of teams in the league but generally not before 5:30PM. Rainouts will be made up based on field availability.

 

How do I sign up?

 You can sign up by going to any of the following websites:

www.edmondokcfnl.com

www.choctawfnl.com

www.moorefnl.com

Be sure to click on the registration you prefer whether it be the competitive league or recreational league.

 

What are the age groups or divisions?

We separate by grades (not ages).  Divisions are as follows:  (KINDERGARTEN), (1ST & 2ND GRADE), (3RD & 4TH GRADE) AND (5TH & 6TH GRADE). 

 

Are girls allowed to play?

ABSOLUTELY!!!  We have teams with both girls and boys on the same team. 

 

When does the season start?

Fall Season starts late August.  

Spring Season starts early March. 

Fall season ends the week before Thanksgiving and the Spring season ends the week before Memorial Day weekend.

 Practices can begin 2 weeks before the season starts. 

 

How much does it cost? 

Competitive league registration fee is $205. Recreational league registration is $185. Any registration includes the Official FNL Jersey.  Players keep their jersey. 

 

Why is there a Team Sponsor fee? 

The team sponsor fee is in place  to help keep the player registration as low as possible. The sponsor fee is $250 per team. Most local businesses are happy to be a sponsor as they get a tremendous amount of advertising and exposure.  As a reminder the sponsor fee  must be submitted before the team receives the FNL jerseys. If there are additional questions please call at 405-365-3779 or email EdmondOkcFNL@gmail.com. 

 

How many games are there in a season?

Fall Season Competitive League - 7 Games + Playoffs 

Fall Season Recreational League - 7 Games No Playoffs

Spring Season Competitive League  - 7 Games + Playoffs 

Spring Season Recreational League - 7 Games No Playoffs

 There is 1 bye week  for Spring Break and 1 bye week for Labor Day Weekend.

 

Are there playoffs? 

Competitive league, yes, except for Kindergarten. Recreational league, no for all divisions. There is a single elimination playoff tournament after the end of the regular season. Some teams may play in bowl games in lieu of bracket play.

 

 Where and what time is practice? 

The time and place are up to your coach. We recommend each team practices once per week.

 

Is the uniform provided?

Yes. Each players receives an official FNL Jersey.  FNL Jerseys are Pro or College replica minus the trademark logo. They look and feel like college and pro game jerseys.  Each team can personalize  their jerseys with last names  at their expense. 

Official FNL logo shorts are available for $20.  Generally ordered  before the beginning of the season by the coach or team manager. 

 

What equipment do I need? 

Cleats (no metal), mouthpiece and solid colored shorts or pants. Shorts/Pants should be the same color for all players.  Absolutely no pockets or stripes.

 

Are footballs provided?  Can we use any football?

Official FNL footballs are provided for the games. We only use official FNL footballs. FNL footballs can be purchased at coaches meeting and every game night at the FNL welcome table.  $20.00

 

What size football is used?

Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd grade (freshman division) uses a small size ball while the 3rd & 4th grade (sophomore division) 5th & 6th grade (Junior Division) use a medium size ball.  Official FNL footballs are sold at the FNL welcome tent each game night.  

 

How many players are on a team?

Teams must have a minimum of 8 and a maximum of 10 players registered on a team. Games are played 6-on-6 

 

Can I request to play with a particular friend? 

Yes.  We encourage friends to play with friends or classmates. You may request as many friends as you would like.  You can sign up on an organized team or individually (Free Agent) during the registration process. Request to keep 3 players or more together requires a parent to act as head coach or team representative. 

 

When will I hear from my coach/team representative?

Coaches will receive their final rosters in advance of the pre-season coaches meeting. You should hear from your coaches soon thereafter. If you haven’t heard from your coach within 3 weeks prior to opening night, please email Oklahomafnl@gmail.com and we will help you connect. Please identify the league (competitive or recreational) and the location.

 

How can I volunteer to coach? 

Send an email to your desired league email or oklahomafnl@gmail.com with the subject “Head Coach" or "Assistant Coach". Also include your name, cell phone, zip code, division, player’s name, grade and the school your player attends. You can also request to be a Head Coach or Assistant Coach during the online registration.

 

What are the Friday Night Lights Rules? 

The Official Rules can be found on each website under " About FNL" 

 

What kind of format is played?

The game is 6 on 6 for 4 quarters. there is a first down at mid-field and a touchdown in the end zone. FNL games are designed to not allow tackling, blocking or shielding the defender. We emphasize good flag pulling, good footwork, balance and eye-hand coordination.   SEE OFFICIAL RULES FOR COMPLETE DETAILS OF THE FNL MODEL. 

 

Who has final decision on a ruling?

Regardless of any rule changes, the FNL Commissioners and field Supervisors have the authority to waive any rule at any time that is in the best interest of the kids. The mission of Friday Night Lights (FNL) is to teach kids the value of teamwork while having fun and learning the game of flag football. The FNL rules are designed to minimize contact while creating lots of action for every player, regardless of skill level. The FNL staff will make every effort to create a fun event for the kids.  Therefore, the rules are potentially revised each season, so it's important to review the rules in their entirety before each season.

 

What is the FNL refund policy?

FNL is fully funded by registration fees, team sponsorships and corporate sponsors. Refunds may be granted prior to team development. We make every attempt to grant a refund, minus administrative fees associated with credit care processing, merchant account fees, jersey cost and pre-paid insurance fees.