IMPORTANT: Due to unexpected construction at Ohio Stadium, the event inside the stadium has been rescheduled to October 25–26.
Not to worry—Champions for Charity is still coming your way May 31st & June 1st, and we couldn’t be more pumped! While some details behind the scenes have shifted, the fun and competition is FULL SPEED AHEAD!
We’re thrilled to announce that the event will now be held at Lincoln Tower Park, just outside the legendary Ohio Stadium! This venue keeps us right in the heart of Buckeye Nation and ensures a seamless, high-energy weekend of flag football action.
| Date | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mid April | Registration Opens at 6pm on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter / 7pm on Website | Registration Opens |
| May 22nd (or once we reach capacity) | DEADLINE - Subject to close registration prior to (pending availability) | DEADLINE |
| Tuesday before event | Schedules Released by 7pm on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter / 8pm on Website | Schedule Released |
| Saturday, 5/31/25 | Lincoln Tower Park | Micro, Junior, and Varsity |
| Sunday, 6/1/25 | Lincoln Tower Park | Mini and Senior |
| Wednesday after event | -- | Results Posted, Highlight Video Posted |
| Pricing | Cost |
| Spring 2025 Teams (Teams playing with organic SP25 rosters issued by FFF) | $300/team |
| Non Spring 2025 Teams (Teams that have made changes to their roster -or- Non FFF Teams) | $400/team |
| Spring 2025 FFF Teams with Sponsor (logos must be submitted by May 14th) | $405 |
| NON Spring 2025 FFF Teams with Sponsor (logos must be submitted by May 14th) | $500 |
| Gate Fee (Adult) | $10 |
| Gate Fee (Child) | $5 |
| Gate Fee (Players & Coaches) | FREE |
| Player T-shirt | Each child will receive a FREE event Tshirt |
| Additional T-shirt | Additional T-shirts will be on sale for $10 |
| Coach Shirts | $20 at the main table |
We reserve the right to bump a team (with no refunds) should false information be provided during registration.
FAQs
- Spring 2025 FFF Teams Cost (teams playing with organic SP25 rosters): $300/team
- Non FFF Spring 2025 Teams Cost (teams that have made changes to their SP25 rosters - or- Non FFF teams: $400/team
- Where? Lincoln Tower Park
- Team Registration Only? You must have 5 kids from your current SP25 Roster play in FFF Division --or-- you can combine with another team and play in Non FFF Division. No Individual Registration (We will not accept scheduling requests)
- What's Included? 3 games, event Tshirt, 1st place receives rings and 2nd place receives medals
- Games Times? They could range from 8a - 6p.
- Bracket Play? We will make every attempt to place teams in brackets to optimize competition
- Gate Fee? Coaches wearing FFF Coach Shirt and Players wearing FFF Jersey will enter free of charge. Spectators / Adults $10 and non playing children $5
- Coaches must bring ID + Players must prove current grade level via paper report card
Bracketing / Game Play
- Each team will play (3) games. Games will be composed of (2) 14-minute halves and teams can freely sub. (Micro game clocks will be reduced to (2) 10-minute halves).
- Teams will be divided by record / skill set. Example: if your team is 0-6 we will not put you in a bracket with a team that is 6-0.
- Potential to One Directional Fields to be implemented based on size of event
Weather/Refund Policy Adverse weather and unplayable conditions may result in the following: (a) Games may be delayed or the game clock may be reduced (b) In the unfortunate likelihood that the tournament is canceled due to weather, COVID or any unforeseen circumstances, TEAMS WILL NOT BE REFUNDED.
FFF Division Rules
- We will have officials coming from all over. Please adapt to the officiating
- If a penalty is called when a player has possession of the ball that WILL NOT constitute as a touch
- Mini + JR's = if a child fails to receive (1) touch; your team is subject to a forfeit
- No child may RUN twice in a row
Overtime Rules
Overtime will consist of (1) play from midfield, for both teams. Possession will be determined by a coin flip. The team that advances the ball the furthest, wins.
Charities
As of October of 2024, Flag Football Fanatics has donated $145,198 to charitable organizations such as: The Salvation Army, End Slavery Cincinnati, Oasis House, Out of Darkness Columbus, Make-A-Wish Foundation, IknowIcan.org, Patches of Light, Rockin' Out Cancer, The Scoliosis Foundation, Buddy Ball, The Freedom Story, Hope for Daylan, Children's Hospital and Nellie's Catwalk 4 Kids.
Parking Diagram
- Pay to park in the Stadium lots - Parking is managed by CampusParc. Visitors must arrange parking through CampusParc.
Lincoln Park Fields
- Gate Fee: $10/Adult, $5/Child (players & coaches enter free)
- ONLY bottled water is permitted to enter the field
- Concessions will be held by FFF at the fields. You must eat outside of the gate.
- No smoking or vaping inside the fence/on turf.
- NO DOGS on turf (only certified service animals permitted)
- Help us keep the facility clean. Please dispose of all trash properly.
- Weapons, fireworks, alcohol, and controlled substances are not permitted on site.
Site Venue
Other Details
- Each child will receive an event Tshirt. Additional Tshirts will be on sale for $10.
- Only coaches wearing FFF Coach Shirt will be permitted to be on the field
- Coaches shirts will be on sale for $20 at the main table. Only (4) coaches will be permitted on the field.
- Every child on your team will need to bring a birth certificate and/or grade card (hard copy of current school year)
- Head Coaches must bring a photo ID. All coaches must have their Black Coach Shirt and must check in at the tent upon arrival