Rider Club Flag Fall Season
This program is geared toward teaching youth the basic fundamentals of football in a fun and exciting atmosphere. Parent-coach volunteers will lead teams during practices and games. Teamwork, sportsmanship, and positive attitudes will also be a focus throughout this program. All equipment is provided, including a team jersey.
Ages
This flag league is for 1st through 4th grade athletes.
When
After registration, RCF will submit names & teams to DSM Parks & REC. The season begins after Labor Day and runs through October.
Games
How many games will they play? What days of the week?
Example: Teams will play 20-30 games over the course of the season and will usually fall on the weekends.
Equipment
Jerseys & flag belts are provided by DSM Parks & Rec. Athletes are responsible for their own cleats and mouthguards.
Season Cost
The cost per player is $50 for the season.
Frequently Asked Questions
1st Grade:
The 1st grade age group will practice and play Saturday mornings for 1 hour. The first half will be used to practice, and the second half will be used to scrimmage. This layout allows for the players to learn a skill, and then implement it in game play directly following practice.
Grades 2-4th:
Coed teams will be divided into separate grades, unless numbers do not allow, then we will modify the divisions as needed. Scores will be kept and referees provides for grades 2-4th.
Please register your child in his/her upcoming grade.
2025
Rider Club Flag Football is for 1st-4th graders.
RCF Flag Program plays through Des Moines Parks & Rec.
Season- Early September through end of October
Fee- $50/athlete
Register