BAA Spring Flag Football Program Overview
Welcome to the BAA Boys Spring Flag Football League – where the Bloomington Athletic Association delivers fun, affordable, and safe youth sports powered by passionate volunteers!
In flag football, young athletes master body mechanics and core plays without the weight of pads – unlocking a clearer view of the game and a deeper understanding from day one. Kids learn faster, fear less, and love more as they focus on strategy, awareness, and skill over gear. Starting here builds rock-solid fundamentals that make the leap to tackle football smoother, smarter, and stronger.
No pads. No fear. Just football – the right way to begin.
Registration opens January 1 and closes March 15.
Power the Play – Volunteer with BAA Flag Football!
Our Spring Flag Football League thrives on passionate volunteers like you – stepping up as coaches, assistant coaches, scorekeepers, or officials. Your time turns local fields into launchpads for young athletes’ confidence, skills, and love for the game.
Why Volunteer?
- Give Back: Shape the next generation of players and leaders.
- Grow Your Network: Connect with families who share your passion.
- Build Skills: Hone leadership, communication, and strategy in a supportive environment.
Coaching Made Easy
- New to coaching? We’ve got you covered with ready-to-use practice plans, playbooks, and expert resources.
- Coaches’ Clinics: Hands-on training in early April to get you game-ready.
- Team Up: Every squad needs two coaches – sign up with a friend or meet your co-coach here!
Sign up to volunteer during your child’s registration – it takes just a click to make a lasting impact.
No experience? No problem. Just heart, hustle, and a love for the game.
Let’s build something great – together. Volunteer today!
Program Details
Mites Flag Football (1st & 2nd Grade)
| Age Group | 1st or 2nd grade at time of registration |
| Experience | The fundamentals of lining up in a proper stance, learning ball skills. General rules of 5 vs 5 flag football. |
| Game Fundamentals | The object of BAA Flag Football is to teach football and good sportsmanship. |
| Where | Fields in Bloomington, MN |
| Season Dates | *April 26, 2026 - June 7, 2026 *No games Memorial Weekend *End of Season Tournament: TBD |
| Days of the Week & Times | *Games: Sunday evenings around 6 pm *One hour practices each week will be scheduled around other BAA Sports, and most likely will be one hour before games on Sundays |
| Equipment | *BAA provides teams: Dri-Fit t-shirt, flag-belt, footballs (limited numbers), and other necessary items for the game setup. *Players need to provide: mouthguard and a water bottle. Tie shoes must be worn. *Optional Player items: molded plastic cleats are allowed, but not required |
| Registration | Fees | $117 plus $15 city of Bloomington Field Use Fee (Financial Assistance available to those in need for 2026: https://forms.gle/W4voycG4Nt7WBaEm6) |
Cubs Flag Football (3rd & 4th Grade)
| Age Group | 3rd - 4th grade at time of registration |
| Experience | The fundamentals of lining up in a proper stance, learning ball skills. General rules of 5 vs 5 flag football. |
| Game Fundamentals | The object of BAA Flag Football is to teach 5 vs 5 flag football and good sportsmanship. Scores will be kept and reported. |
| Where | Fields in Bloomington, MN |
| Season Dates | *April 26, 2026 - June 7 *No games Memorial Weekend *End of Season Tournament: June 13-14 |
| Days of the Week & Times | *Games: Sunday evenings around 6 pm *One hour practices each week will be scheduled around other BAA Sports, and most likely will be one hour before games on Sundays |
| Equipment | *BAA provides: Dri-fit t-shirt (player keeps), flag-belt, footballs (limited numbers), and other necessary items for the game setup. *Players need to provide: mouthguard and a water bottle. Tie shoes must be worn *Optional Player items: molded plastic cleats are allowed, but not required |
| Registration | Fees | $117 plus $15 city of Bloomington Field Use Fee (Financial Assistance available to those in need for 2026: https://forms.gle/W4voycG4Nt7WBaEm6) |
Juniors Flag Football (5th & 6th Grade)
| Age Group | 5th or 6th grade at time of registration. |
| Experience | The fundamentals of lining up in a proper stance, learning ball skills. General rules of 5 vs 5 flag football. Game scores will be reported and playoffs. |
| Game Fundamentals | The object of BAA Flag Football is to teach 5 vs 5 flag football and good sportsmanship. |
| Where | Fields in Bloomington, MN |
| Season Dates | *April 26, 2026 - June 7, 2026 *No games Memorial Weekend *End of Season Tournament: TBD |
| Days of the Week & Times | *Games: Sunday evenings around 6 pm *One hour practices each week will be scheduled around other BAA Sports, and most likely will be one hour before games on Sundays |
| Equipment | *BAA provides: Jersey, flag-belt, footballs (limited numbers), and other necessary items for the game setup. *Players need to provide: mouthguard and a water bottle. Tie shoes must be worn. *Optional Player items: molded plastic cleats are allowed, but not required |
| Registration | Fees | $117 plus $15 city of Bloomington Field Use Fee (Financial Assistance available to those in need for 2026: https://forms.gle/W4voycG4Nt7WBaEm6) |
Bantams Flag Football (7th & 8th Grade)
| Age Group | 7th & 8th grade at time of registration. |
| Experience | We are most likely going with a 7v7 touch football at this grade level. 7v7 is a fast-paced, non-contact version of American football with seven players per team on offense and defense. This may be a flag program if that is where we find more interest. |
| Game Fundamentals | 7v7 emphasizes passing, strategy, and skill over physical contact, with players being "down" when touched with one hand by a defender. The game focuses on developing the skills of quarterbacks, receivers, and defensive backs. |
| Where | Fields in Bloomington, MN |
| Season Dates | *April 26, 2026 - June 7, 2026 (days may be adjusted to not overlap with Jefferson Camp) *No games Memorial Weekend *End of Season Tournament: TBD |
| Days of the Week & Times | *Games: Sunday evenings around 6 pm *One hour practices each week will be scheduled around other BAA Sports, and most likely will be one hour before games on Sundays |
| Equipment | *BAA provides: Jersey, footballs (limited numbers), and other necessary items for the game setup. *Players need to provide: mouthguard and a water bottle. Tie shoes must be worn. *Optional Player items: molded plastic cleats are allowed, but not required. |
| Registration | Fees | $117 plus $15 city of Bloomington Field Use Fee (Financial Assistance available to those in need for 2026: https://forms.gle/W4voycG4Nt7WBaEm6) |
Flag Football Contacts
BAA Flag Football Contacts |
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| Level Director Mites (Grades 1-2) | OPEN | Contact Zavier for more info | |
| Level Director Cubs (Grades 3-4) | Justin Fjeldstad | fjeldstadjustin@gmail.com | |
| Level Director Juniors (Grades 5-6) | Alecia Rose | aleciarose@gmail.com | |
| Level Director Bantams (Grades 7-8) | OPEN | Contact Zavier for more info | 952-222-5162 |
| Flag Football Commissioner | Zavier Bicott | flagfootball@baaonline.org | 952-270-7277 |
| Equipment Director | Sean O'Gara | equipment2@baaonline.org | |
| Administration | Stephanie Nicholson | admin@baaonline.org | 952-222-5162 |
Rulebook | Coaches Book
