Youth Football Programs Overview
Clayton County Parks and Recreation offers multiple youth football programs throughout the year, including tackle football, coed flag football, and girls flag football. Please review each section below for program-specific details, dates, and registration information.
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2026 Flag Football Game Schedules
The Fall Football season is underway! Check out the game schedules below.
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Fall 2026 Tackle Football Registration Has Closed.
Thank you for your interest in Clayton County Parks & Recreation Tackle Football! Registration for the Fall 2026 season is now closed.
We appreciate the incredible response from our community and look forward to an exciting season with our registered athletes.
Be sure to check back next year for information on our Fall 2027 tackle football season, including registration dates and program updates. We hope to see your family on the field next season!
Save the Dates for Fall 2026 Tackle Football: Please note, these dates are subject to change.
- Registration Opens: May 1st, 2026
- Practices Begin: August 3rd, 2026
- Games Begin: September 5th, 2026 or September 12th, if your child’s team has a bi-week. Schedules will be given out to the coaches and parents.
- Picture Day: September 19th, 2026
- Championship Game: November 21st, 2026
Registration Fee
- Tackle Football: $155 Ages 5-12
Program Details
This section applies to tackle football only.
Required Equipment:
Participants must provide their own cleats and mouth guard.
Additional Details
Nonresident Fee:
Please note that the non-resident registration fee for youth football ages 5-12 is $250. This fee applies to participants who live outside of Clayton County.
Practice Schedule:
- Practices will begin in August
- Teams may practice up to three times per week, typically on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays
- Final practice schedules will be determined once registration closes and rosters are finalized
Season Details:
- Games are played on weekends and continue through November
We’re looking forward to an exciting tackle football season filled with teamwork, growth, and competitive play.
For more information or if you have questions, please call 770-473-3800.
Fall 2026 COED Flag Football Season
2026 Flag Football Game Schedules
The Fall 2026 Co-Ed Flag Football season is underway! Looking for your team’s game schedule?
[CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE 2026 FLAG FOOTBALL GAME SCHEDULES]
Schedules are available by age division for U6, U8, U10 and U12. Be sure to check the schedule throughout the season for game dates, times, locations and any updates or changes.
Fall 2026 Registration Has Closed
Thank you for your interest in Clayton County Parks & Recreation Co-Ed Flag Football! Registration for the Fall 2026 season is now closed.
We appreciate everyone who registered and are excited for another fun and competitive season on the field.
Be sure to check back next year for information on our Fall 2027 Co-Ed Flag Football season, including registration dates and program updates.
Fall 2026 Season Dates
Please note that dates are subject to change.
- Practices Begin: August 3, 2026
- Games Begin: September 5, 2026
- Picture Day: September 19, 2026
- Regular Season Ends: October 10, 2026
- Playoffs: October 17 and October 24, 2026
- Championship Game: October 31, 2026
Program Information
Co-Ed Flag Football: Ages U5–U12
What’s Included
Flag football registration includes:
- Shorts
- T-shirt
- Team picture package
- Participation award
Provided:
- Flag belts will be supplied by the park for the season.
Required:
- Participants must provide their own cleats and mouth guard.
Practice Schedule
- Practices begin in August.
- Teams may practice up to three times per week, typically on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays.
- Final practice schedules are determined based on team rosters.
We look forward to an exciting flag football season filled with fun, teamwork and skill development.
For more information or questions, please call 770-473-3800.
Summer 2026 Girls Flag Football Season
Summer 2026 Girls Flag Football Registration Has Closed
Thank you for your interest in Clayton County Parks & Recreation Girls Flag Football! Registration for the Summer 2026 season is now closed.
We appreciate everyone who registered and are excited to see our young athletes take the field for another fun and empowering season.
Be sure to check back for future Girls Flag Football opportunities and upcoming registration announcements. We look forward to seeing your daughter on the field at a future season!
Save the Dates for Summer 2026 Girls Flag Football
- Registration Opens: May 1st, 2026
- Practices Begin: June 1st, 2026
- Games Begin: July 8th, 2026
- Season Ends: August 12th, 2026
Eligibility and Registration Fee
- Girls Flag Football (Ages 8–13): $50
Nonresident Fee:
Please note that the non-resident registration fee for girls flag football is $100. This fee applies to participants who live outside of Clayton County.
We look forward to an exciting summer season filled with skill development, teamwork, and fun.
For more information or to find a park near you, please call 770-473-3800.