YMCA of Lincoln Flag Football
About
YMCA of Lincoln Flag Football
The YMCA of Lincoln runs the city's largest non-tackle youth football program with seasonal leagues from Pre-K through 8th grade. Programs operate at multiple Y branches and partner sites across Lincoln.
Flag Football Divisions
Programs include:
- Micro Flag for Kindergarten beginners
- Recreational Flag Football 1st-8th grade
- Girls-only Flag Football 2nd-8th grade
- Spirit competitive flag league 3rd-6th grade
- Camps, clinics, and tournaments offered seasonally
What's Included
- Coaching from Y staff and trained volunteers
- Reversible team jerseys for league play
- Practice plus one game per week, typically over a seven-week season
- Financial assistance available for member families
Experience
The Y program emphasizes participation over standings, with positive-coaching frameworks, all-play minimums, and small division sizes so younger kids can learn the game without pressure. A reliable entry point to Lincoln youth sports.