GO PLAY FLAG at MSG
Join us at The Meijer State Games, Michigan’s premier multi-sport, Olympic-style event.
The Meijer State Games of Michigan is a multi-sport, Olympic-style event that welcomes athletes regardless of age or ability. Operated by the Michigan Sports Alliance, the Meijer State Games of Michigan is the signature event of the West Michigan Sports Commission
TOURNAMENT INFORMATION
Everything you need to know to have an amazing time!
Format
One-day tournament.
• 3-game round robin (games guaranteed)
• Top teams in each division advance to a single-elimination playoff bracket to crown division champions
Divisions
Divisions
• Coed: 5/6U, 7/8U, 9/10U, 11/12U
Age cutoff: Players compete based on their age as of August 1, 2025 (events held before 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 April 27.
Locker Room Tour
N/A
Location
Location: TBA
What Do We Win?
Awards
• Division champions receive championship rings
• Division champions also earn a paid bid (team entry covered) to the Go Play Flag Championships this fall
Modifications
Rules of the Game
We will use a modified version of the NFL FLAG 5v5 rulebook. 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
• Rushing will only be allowed in the 9U + older divisions
• One 30-second timeout per game
• Running clock for both halves; the clock does not stop in the final minute
• 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
• Two-way field
• NFL FLAG jerseys or light/dark team jerseys required
• 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)
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
• Processing fees may apply at checkout
Deadline
Registration deadline: June 14, 2026 (or when a division fills—whichever comes first).
Spots are first come, first served, and divisions may sell out early.