JR. NFL FLAG FOOTBALL

Fair Oaks Recreation & Park District accepts applications for dedicated Volunteer Coaches and Referee’s to assist with our Jr. NFL Flag Football Program. As a coach, you will be responsible for teaching kids not only the game of football but also sportsmanship, teamwork, equality, and the fun of playing organized sports!

COACHES

We are looking for coaches for the following age levels: 5-7 years, 8-10 years, and 11-14 years. In order to provide the best possible experience for our kids, your commitment to the program is essential.

Volunteer Coach Job Description

REFEREES

As a referee, you will be responsible for ensuring the rules of the game are followed and the game play is fair for all of those involved.

You must be able to understand the rule book and be able to make snap judgments and be confident in your calls. You will be tested at times by the players and coaches and you should be able to explain your call and stand behind your rulings. You need to work well with the other referees and be able to relate well with the players.

INCENTIVES

Head coaches will receive a free registration for one child. One assistant coach per team will receive half off of registration for their child. 

REQUIREMENTS

Training will be provided for these volunteer positions and no previous coaching experience is required. However, basic knowledge of football is required. Coaches and referees are required to meet the following criteria:

• Endure light to moderate physical activity, exposure to heat and inclement weather. 
• Be committed to building positive relationships with parents, players, other coaches, and staff.
• Lift or carry 20 lbs.
• Hearing and speech adequate to communicate in person and over the phone. 
• Vision adequate to monitor children and read the fine print. 
• Be able to comprehend the rules of football and understand the complexity of the game.
• All coaches and referees will be required to pass a live scan fingerprinting and background check.
• Volunteers must be willing to commit to coaching the full season.

BUILDING A SUCCESSFUL YOUTH SPORTS PROGRAM

As parents and guardians, we know that what you are looking for in a youth sports program is a welcoming environment that fosters teamwork, friendship, integrity, respect, positive teaching, and--most importantly--fun!

We share this concern, too! And we are always working to strengthen our flag football program so that it stands by our mission and philosophy.

our weekly values initiative

In 2019, we started a new initiative within our league to provide coaches, parents, and players the opportunity to explore the "bigger picture" ideas behind playing sports and playing sports as a team. Coaches were encouraged to take 5-10 minutes each week after practices to highlight one of the eight different values we identified as principles for positive development and true success both on and off the field.

With the feedback we received from parents and coaches this year, we are really excited to refine and improve this unique aspect of our program in 2020 and beyond, as part of our mission to provide positive learning and growing experiences for our kids through sports!

Here’s an overview of the values we looked at in 2019: