There’s a flag on the play
Damian
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Flag football is a small sided game of American football invented to give those new to playing the game, a fun and accessible introduction to the sport. This form of football is played around the country by teams of all ages, but it is a great way for youngsters to take to the field for the first time.
Flag football is a non-contact sport where you get to practice all the passing, catching and running elements of American football but you tackle by taking the flag off the ball carrier. Players wear the flag on their hips. The games are competitive, but the emphasis is always on taking part and having fun.
Coventry Jets want you to come along and enjoy the game of flag football. If you live in or near Coventry, and want to learn more, the Jets are always on the lookout for new players. To get involved contact Andrew Gambrill at the club by e-mail or by calling him on 07766 131598 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 07766 131598 end_of_the_skype_highlighting.
Five reasons to play flag football with the Coventry Jets are:
It’s a simple game that is quick and easy to learn;
you’ll be taught by qualified, police checked, international class and championship winning coaches;
no expensive kit is required, all you need is a pair of football boot or trainers to start with;
the game is open to males and females aged 7 and above; and
if you’re good enough, flag football is played at International level giving you the opportunity to compete at the highest level against the very best players and teams.
The Jets are playing a pre-season academy tournament at Great Marlow School this Saturday (26 March) along with the Marlow Wolves and the Coventry Cougars. The Wolves are hosting the tournament at the school which is on Bobmore Lane in Marlow, Buckinghamshire (SL7 1JE). You can get to see flag football in action in Marlow from 11am on Saturday morning. Visit the Marlow Wolves American Football Academy facebook page to learn more about the club. The Jets have a facebook page for their Flag Team too which can be found here.
The first regular season tournament involving the Coventry Jets is on April 16 in Solihull.
