FAST. FUN. FLAG FOOTBALL.

Flag football is America’s fastest-growing team sport and officially heading to the Olympics. Join the movement as NC Fusion and Gridiron Girlz bring this high-energy game to youth boys & girls across the Triad. Speed, strategy, and zero experience required.


Find your squad, learn the game, and discover your new favorite sport.

NC Fusion Flag Football | Youth Recreation & Summer 7v7
Choose Your Pathway

OUR PROGRAMS

Fall

5v5 Recreation Flag Football

Friday Nights
Sept - Oct

$160 Player Fee
  • Divisions U7/8 • U9/10 • U11/12 • U13/14
    Boys & Girls Leagues
  • Included Team Jersey & Flags Provided
Register - Greensboro Register - Winston-Salem

Spring

5v5 Recreation Flag Football

Friday Nights
March - April

$160 Player Fee
  • Divisions U7/8 • U9/10 • U11/12 • U13/14
    Boys & Girls Leagues
  • Included Team Jersey & Flags Provided

Summer

7v7 HS Girls Flag Football

Friday Nights
June - July

$TBD Player Fee
  • Divisions 8th-12th Grade
    Girls League
  • Included Team Jersey Provided
Registration Closed
One Day A Week Commitment

STRUCTURE & CURRICULUM

A learning-based environment designed for recreation players and teams. Teams practice for 30 minutes on essential skills and concepts, followed immediately by their scheduled game.

Program Structure

WEEK 1
Developmental Team Practice

An educational day focused on fundamentals, team building, and introducing players to their team & the sport.

WEEKS 2-6
Practice then Play the Game

No separate weekday practices! Teams arrive 30 minutes prior to kickoff to practice and strategize, followed immediately by their scheduled 5v5 game.

WEEK 7
Season Finale Jamboree

A celebration of the season featuring multiple games in a single day, including special crossover matches between our Greensboro and Winston-Salem teams.

Every Week: 30 Min + 40 Min Game

5 min Dynamic Warm-Up
10 min Skill of the Day
15 min Team Concepts
40 min Game (2 x 20 min) - 5v5

Six Skill Pillars

Built over the course of the season.

Movement & Agility
Throwing
Catching
Offense
Defense
Game IQ & Character

Parent Coaches

Needed

NC Fusion Recreation relies 100% on parent volunteer coaches. No prior flag football experience is needed—your primary role is to create a fun, positive environment.

  • We provide 30-minute pre-game practice plans.
  • All coaching equipment is supplied by Fusion.

* Opt-in to volunteer during your child's registration process.

Mark Your Calendars

FALL 2026 SCHEDULE

Seven weeks of play on Friday nights. The season culminates in an epic cross-city Jamboree.

Week 1 Meet the Team. Learn the Game. 1st Practice with your Team
Greensboro: Fri · Sep 11
Winston-Salem: Fri · Sep 11
Week 2 Practice then Play
Greensboro: Fri · Sep 18
Winston-Salem: Fri · Sep 18
Week 3 Practice then Play
Greensboro: Fri · Sep 25
Winston-Salem: Fri · Sep 25
Week 4 Practice then Play
Greensboro: Fri · Oct 2
Winston-Salem: Fri · Oct 2
Week 5 Practice then Play
Greensboro: Fri · Oct 9
Winston-Salem: Fri · Oct 9
Week 6 Practice then Play
Greensboro: Fri · Oct 16
Winston-Salem: Fri · Oct 16
Make-Up Rain Make-Up
Greensboro: Oct 23 · TBA
Winston-Salem: Oct 23 · TBA
Week 7 End of Season Jamboree
Fri · Oct 30 Winston-Salem & Greensboro teams play together at Bryan Park

OUR MULTI-SPORT PLATFORM

Year-round athletic growth under one roof — each sport scheduled so families never have to choose. Sign up for any sport with your whole team, grab a buddy, or jump in by yourself if you've ever wanted to try something new!

Coming 2028

New Sports

More recreation options for multi-sport athletes to love.

All programs share the same development philosophy, mission & values.

Built For Families

THE PROBLEM WE'RE SOLVING

Youth sports shouldn't run your family's life. We recognize the challenges. We want to remove the friction so kids just get to play.

Eliminate Logistics Challenges

All sports in one ecosystem. Use one app for schedules and play at your localized facility

We Control the Schedule

Flag football on Fridays, soccer on weekends — deliberately scheduled to reduce the double-book events.

Support From Staff

All Sports are supported by All NC Fusion Staff — No punishment, Shared Development Strategy, Values, & Mission.

Our Philosophy

We Build Well-Rounded Athletes

Multi-sport kids are more athletic, more well-rounded, and far less likely to burn out or get injured. By playing more than one sport at one club, they develop as complete athletes.

Growing the Ecosystem

WHY WE ADDED FLAG FOOTBALL

Every sport we add makes families more athletic and our calendar more complete. Flag football is the perfect complement to your family's athletic journey.

Explosive Growth

  • Officially an LA 2028 Olympic sport and the fastest-growing team sport in the country.
  • Real college pathways & scholarships, opening major new doors and opportunities, especially for girls.
  • A safe, no-contact format that prioritizes speed, skill, and strategy over physical collisions.

The Perfect Crossover

  • Cross-Trains Soccer Skills: Enhances agility, spatial awareness, and quick decision-making that directly translates to better weekend performances.
  • Plays on Fridays: Give the athletes more time to rest and your car rides less stressful trying to run from one sport to the next in the same day.
  • Prevents Burnout: Multi-sport athletes develop better overall motor skills and stay engaged by learning new tactical environments.

GAME DAY PREP: EQUIPMENT

Provided by Fusion

Team jersey & all game flags — nothing to buy.

Mouthguard

Mandatory every play. No mouthguard, no field.

No-Pocket Shorts

No pockets (flags catch); avoid white shorts so flags show.

Approved Footwear & Water

Sneakers, turf shoes, or molded cleats. No metal studs.

GET IN THE GAME: HOW TO REGISTER

A few quick steps through PlayMetrics — financial assistance is available, so apply early.

1

Pick Your Program

Youth Recreation Flag Football (U8-U14).

2

Choose Your Hub

Greensboro (Bryan Park) or Winston-Salem (Truist).

3

Register on PlayMetrics

Sign up securely on the NC Fusion Flag Football page.

4

Show Up & Play

Jersey & flags provided — just bring a mouthguard.

Sign Up With Your Soccer Team!

Sign up with your soccer teammates or invite a buddy and play together. And convince your flag football buddy to come play soccer too! :)

Beyond The Game

POLICIES & CONDUCT

This league operates under a strict Zero Tolerance Policy regarding inappropriate behavior. By registering, families agree to our administrative and behavioral standards.

Registration & Refunds

Refund Policy:

Refunds follow NC Fusion's standard club policy. Please contact admin@ncfusion.org to initiate a refund.

Financial Assistance:

We partner with the Every Kid Sports Pass to provide funding for families. Please apply early during the registration window.

Player Code

  • Invest in Development: Give full attention and be punctual.
  • Sweep the Sheds: Be humble. Never be too big for small things.
  • Care Deeply: Respect everyone. Be gracious in defeat.
REFRAIN FROM: Foul language, bullying, or distracting others.

Spectator Code

  • Model shared values and encourage positively.
  • Prioritize player growth over winning.
Prohibited: Unauthorized field entry.
Prohibited: Abusive language or harassment of officials.

Coach Code

  • Prepare for all games and communicate clearly.
  • Create a safe learning environment.
  • Guide team conduct and support Referees.

LOCATIONS & CONTACTS

READY TO HIT THE FIELD?

Find your squad, learn the game, and discover your new favorite sport. Speed, strategy, and zero experience required.

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NC Fusion + Gridiron Girlz

NC Fusion and Gridiron Girlz have partnered to expand access, development, and visibility for girls’ flag football across the Triad.