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Go PLAY FLAG Championships

Michigan's Premier Flag Football Tournament of the year, the Go Play Flag Championships makes it's debut this fall in Farmington Hills, Michigan. This is an age based, two-day event, designed for teams at every level who want to test their skills against some of the best competition in the Midwest.

 

Format at a glance: 2-Day Event | Even Grades Saturday | Odd Grades + All Girls Divisions Sunday 2-Game Round Robin → All Teams Advance → Single-Elimination Championship

 

Saturday - EVEN Divisions

Boys Divisions Include: 6U, 8U, 10U, 12U, & 14U

 

Sunday - ODD Divisions + All Girl Divisions

5V5 Boys Divisions Include: 7U, 9U, 11U, & 13U

5V5 All Girls Divisions Include: 8U, 10U, 12U, & 14U + 

7V7 HIGH SCHOOL Girls Division

 

Teams may compete in both days. For example, a 8U team can compete in the 8U division on Sunday, and the 9U division on Sunday.

Registration Opens August 1
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TOURNAMENT INFORMATION

Everything you need to know to have an amazing time!

Format

Two-day championship weekend. Each tournament is a one day event. If you sign up for the boys 8U division, your team will play 2-game round robin, then advance into a single-elimination playoff with a champion crowned by the end of the day. If you would like your team to play on Sunday, you may also sign up for the 9u division and the process will be repeated. Games & Bracket • 2-game round robin, then single-elimination playoff (all teams advance) • 3 games guaranteed per day Saturday, November 7, 2026:  Boys even divisions (6U, 8U, 10U, 12U, 14U) Sunday, November 8, 2026:  Boys Divisions Include: 7U, 9U, 11U, & 13UAll  Girls Divisions Include: 8U, 10U, 12U, & 14U + HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS Teams may register for both days by entering an even division and an odd division. Teams may compete in only one division per day.

Divisions

Divisions: Saturday - EVEN Divisions Boys Divisions Include: 6U, 8U, 10U, 12U, & 14U Sunday - ODD Divisions + All Girl Divisions Boys Divisions Include: 7U, 9U, 11U, & 13U All Girls Divisions Include: 8U, 10U, 12U, & 14U + HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS Age cutoff: Players compete based on their age as of August 1, 2026

Rosters

Roster limits: Maximum 12 players and 3 coaches per team. Roster submission: All rosters must be uploaded in the Zorts Player Registration system. Player Cards required: Each player must have a Zorts Player Card, including: A headshot (shoulders up), and Proof of age (birth certificate, passport, or state-issued ID showing date of birth). Coach requirement: All coaches must have an active ZortsID (Coach role). Roster deadline: Rosters must be uploaded by November 22.

Locker Room Tour

N/A

Location

The Hawk – Farmington Community Center Address: 29995 W 12 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48334

What Do We Win?

Awards • Division champions receive championship rings • Division champions also earn a 50% paid bid (half-off team entry) to the Go Play Flag Championships 2027

Modifications

Rules of the Game We will use a modified version of the NFL FLAG 5v5 rulebook. Exception girls high school 7v7 will play with the Detroit Lions modified rules. Due to the time restrictions of this event, certain rule modifications may be in place (subject to change). Tentative tournament modifications • Two 12-minute halves • Each team is allowed (3) 30-second timeouts per game. • No overtime during round-robin play • Interceptions may be returned (except on an extra point attempt) • No “Replay of Down” rule in the 6U division • Rushing will only be allowed in the 9U + older divisions Special Rule Enforcement for 6U and 7U divisions: "NO RUN ZONES"  in the 6U and 7U divisions have been eliminated. You may run at anytime on the field. There is no 5 yard cushion for 6U and 7U divisions. However, teams may not cross the line of scrimmage until the ball has been handed off (as in every division). Coaches must be off the field prior to the snap (exception: 6U offensive coaches may remain on the field if they are out of the play) Special Rule Enforcement for HS girls divisions: All high school divisions will be played 7v7 using half of a regulation size football field. The ball will be spotted at the 40 yard line. Teams will have 4 plays to cross the 20 for a first down. Team will then have 4 plays to score. All turnovers will begin play at the 40 yard line.  Bracket Play Overtime (Sudden Death) • Coin toss determines first possession • Ball starts at the 5-yard line, driving toward midfield • Each team gets two plays; most yards wins • If tied, repeat the process • Interceptions cannot be returned in overtime • Interception on play 1 = 0 yards total for that team (no second play) • Interception on play 2 = 0 yards for that play; yards from play 1 still count

How Much Is It?

Team Entry: $450 per team (per division) • Processing fees may apply at checkout $10 per person to enter the Championship Field at the Hawk. Players and Coaches are free.

Deadline

Registration deadline: October 25, 2026 (or when a division fills—whichever comes first). Spots are first come, first served, and divisions may sell out early.

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