SECONDARY SCHOOLS PROGRAM
NFL FLAG IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS
The NFL Flag program aims to use Flag Football to introduce young people to the NFL, American Football and inspire the next generation of players. In early 2026 NFL Flag Secondary School program will be the first of many Tournament Championships to come. Providing the opportunity for NFL Flag 15u Co-ed and NFL Flag 15u All Girls Championships.
The NFL Flag curriculum is available for Secondary School teachers to include in their PE classes from Year 9 - Year 13. With opportunities to play or officiate.
THE PROGRAM INCLUDES:
6-week curriculum & resources
Free teachers accreditation course
Access to NFL Flag
Equipment
Access to coaches & support
Invitation to NFL Flag tournaments*
*For year 7 & 8 students
Following the 6-week NFL Flag curriculum, schools will be invited to participate in their local Regional Championship, where they will compete alongside schools in their region. Secondary Schools who teach year 8 & 9 students (U15) are eligible to submit a team of 10 to NFL Flag Secondary School Tournaments. For more information on when NFL Flag school tournaments take place, visit Tournament Page: TOURNAMENT INFORMATION | NFL Flag
WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO PARTICPATE IN THE NFL FLAG SCHOOL PROGRAM AND TOURNAMENT?
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The NFL Flag program is offered to schools who teach year 8 & 9 & 10 students due to the structure of the global program and opportunities to compete in the USA.
I TEACH STUDENTS WHO ARE IN YEAR 9 AND ABOVE. CAN I STILL TEACH NFL FLAG AT SCHOOL?
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Yes. Secondary Schools across New Zealand can still teach NFL Flag to students as part of their PE curriculum. Teachers will have access to the training course and curriculum. However, these students won't be eligible to enter an NFL Flag tournament.
HOW DO I ACCESS THE NFL FLAG CURRICULUM?
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You must register your school for the NFL Flag program by filling out the NFL Flag New Zealand Registration form.
