nfl flag league is coming to truro in 2026 .....
Truro NFL FLag Football league (U10 + U12 + U14+u16+18U)
The Truro NFL Flag Football Program is a non-contact recreational flag football program organized and run by Football Nova Scotia (FNS) and Truro Minor Football. All age divisions will be coached by current staff and coaching volunteer and the goal of this program is to develop player skills while introducing competition. All players will participate in weekly skill development sessions and games. During the first few sessions players will meet their coaches, meet the other players, become familiar with flag football, and be provided their jerseys. Additional information is available by contacting the FNS Office.
U10 Division - For players under 10 years of age (Born 2017, 2018 and 2019)
U12 Division - For players under 12 years of age (Born 2015 and 2016)
U14 Division - For players under 14 years of age (Born 2013, and 2014)
U16 Division - For players under 12 years of age (Born 2011 and 2012)
18U Division - For players under 14 years of age (Born 2008, 2009 and 2010)
WHEN AND WHERE: No. 2 Construction Battalion Athletic Facility 57 Golf Street Truro, NS
Monday: 6 pm - 10 pm starting May 4, 2026
Wednesday: 6 pm - 10 pm
Saturday: 8 am to 12 pm ending June 27, 2026
FEES: $195 per divsion
Is the league co-ed? Yes all diviions are open to both genders. Once there is a demand, the league will expand to offer girls an boys divisions.
How do the gamedays work? Each week will involve one session dedicated to practice drills, skills, and game situations, and two session dedicated to playing Flag Football games. Players will be placed on teams. Each game will be run by a trained referee.
What does a player need to play in the league? All players must wear a mouthguard. Solid coloured shorts or pants without pockets, as well as cleats with plastic or rubber studs are encouraged. Player jerseys, flags, and all other required equipment will be provided by the league. Wearing a shirt underneath jerseys is also recommended, as the jerseys are reversable and players may need to flip jerseys inside-out to switch colours.
What does it cost to play in the league? There is a registration fee of $195, which includes a jerseys and flags for each player to keep. This fee also covers player accident insurance, footballs, cones, bean bags, equipment bags, coaches training and support, practice field costs, game field costs & officials fees.
How do you & when can you register? You must register & pay online by selecting the 2026 Truro NFL Flag football registration link. This registration link can be found on teamlinkt.
Once registered, then what? Once registration is closed we will proceed with organizing teams, league structure and assigning coaches. All players will participate in skills, drills, and game simulation practices over the first two weeks of sessions to learn the fundamentals of flag football. Following this, Monday and Wednesdays will be practice days and Wednesday and Saturday will be games.
What if you will be applying for KidSport or Jumpstart support? KidSport and Jumpstart support can be used to offset the cost of this program. To apply, click on this KidSport support link or this Jumpstart support link.
Can you register after the deadline? There is no assurance that you will be able to register past the closing of registration.
What if a player decides they don't like flag football, can you get a refund?
- A $50 administration fee will be applied to all refunds.
- There will be no refunds after the first day of the program.