GO PLAY FLAG @ FORD FIELD
AN IMPACTFUL YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT SUPPORTING GAME ON CANCER
COMING
DECEMBER 2026
Play For A Purpose.
We started working with Game On Cancer, an initiative between Henry Ford Health Care and the Detroit Lions to raise funds to help tackle the financial toxicity that families may experience after a cancer diagnosis by funding patient expenses such as: transportation, groceries, housing costs, prescriptions and medical supplies, co-pays, insurance and so much more. Started in 2014, over $200,000 has been raised through flag football events to help provide a platform for ground breaking research, please help us continue the momentum by participating in this amazing experience.
6 - 12
Ages
Boys & Girls
Divisions
3+
Guaranteed Games
Over $200,000
Raised For GOC To Date!
TOURNAMENT INFORMATION
Everything You Need To Know To Have An Amazing Time!
This is a one-day tournament where all teams will compete in a three game round robin schedule. Based off of record, the teams in the top half of each division will advance into a single elimination playoff.
Age based as of player's age on August 1, 2026.
COED DIVISIONS
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6 Years Old and Younger
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8 Years Old and Younger
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10 Years Old and Younger
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12 Years Old and Younger
ALL GIRL DIVISIONS
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10 Years Old and Younger
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12 Years Old and Younger
A minimum of 4 teams is required per division.
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The address to the stadium is 2000 Brush Street, Detroit, MI 48226
Entrance to the Stadium
Gate G will be the ONLY accessible entrance into Ford Field. Gate G is located off Antoine Street directly across from the Ford Field Parking deck. Spectators can view the games from section 102 through 110, these will be the only sections available during the tournament.
Parking and Fees:
The most convenient parking location is the Ford Field parking deck located on Antoine Street directly across the street from Ford Field. There is a $8 fee to park in the Ford Field parking deck. There is a $5.00 per person entry fee that is CASH ONLY to get into the event. Players, coaches, and all children 5 & under are free.All division winners will receive a 1/2 PAID BID into the MIDWEST REGIONAL FLAG FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS this Fall. In addition, every division champion will receive Champion Rings.
RULES AND REGULATIONS AT FORD FIELD:
1. All family members must sit in the general admission seating which is the lower bowl of Ford Field between sections 102 & 110.
2. Hydration stations will be provided for participating teams.
3. You will be allowed to bring bags/purses into the facility
RULES OF THE GAME:We will use a modified version of the NFL FLAG 5v5 rule book. Due to the time restrictions of this event, certain rule modifications will be in place for this tournament.
Please note the following:
- Games are played with two 12 minute halves.
- There will be no halftime. Teams will immediately switch direction for the second half.
- Each team will receive ONE 30 second time out per GAME.
- The clock WILL NOT stop in the final minute of the second half.
- Both halves will use a running clock. Use your timeout wisely!
- There will be no overtime in round robin play.
- There is no fourth down option rule.
- Interceptions may be returned – EXCEPT on an extra point attempt.
- There is no “Replay of Down” rule in the K/1 Division.
- All games are played on a two way field.
- NFL flag football jerseys or light and dark shirts or jerseys are required.
- All coaches must be off the field prior to the snap of the ball. EXCEPTION: K/1 Division, offensive coaches may remain on the field as long as they are out of the way of play.
In bracket play, Sudden Death overtime format will be used:
o A coin toss determines possession.
o The ball will be spotted at the 5 yard line. Teams will be driving towards midfield.
o Each team will receive two plays to go as far as they can.
o The team that gains the most yards, wins.
o If tied after Sudden Death, the process will be repeated.
o Interceptions cannot be returned in overtime.
o If there is an interception on a team’s first attempt, this will result in 0 yards total for that team, they will not get a 2nd attempt.
o If there is an interception on a team’s second attempt, this will result in 0 yards for that attempt, but the team’s yardage on their 1st attempt will still count.A $1,000 donation will be required per team to participate in this event.
You may RESERVE A SPOT in the tournament prior to the deadline date with a $250 NON REFUNDABLE donation. The remaining $750 will be due on our deadline date.
An additional processing fee will be assessed at check out. Sponsorship opportunities are available to assist you with raising this fee.
HAVE YOUR TEAM ENTRY FEE SPONSORED:We have created a team sponsorship package to help you solicit a sponsor to assist you with paying for this entry fee. Team sponsorship opportunities vary from $500 to $5,000.
The deadline date to sign up for this event is TBA, 2026 or when a division fills up (whatever comes first). This is a first come, first-served tournament. We are expecting this event to sell out rather quickly.
Information coming soon.