Why Be A Fanatics?
Flag Football Fanatics/Ohio Youth Connection is a non-profit youth organization that prides itself on providing a fun, safe, and positive football atmosphere. The game of football provides unique opportunities for our children to grow both emotionally and physically.
We strongly believe in giving back to the community, and with this mindset, we have become the LARGEST Flag Football organization in the state of Ohio and the 2nd largest in the USA with over 12,000 participants in 2024. Our communication with you (the parents) has also helped us grow tremendously as we make a strong effort to return all phone calls and emails within 48 hours. Your feedback is invaluable; feel free to contact us anytime, and remember that you can always register online.
Donations
As of July 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, The Chasing M's Foundation, and Nellie's Catwalk 4 Kids.
- 1600+ scholarships awarded to children to participate in our league.
- 150 meals delivered through Meals on Wheels.
- Donated $2,235 in 2020 to Help The Fight Against Human Trafficking in Columbus, Dayton, Cincinnati and N. Kentucky
- Social Media campaign to help donate $2,885 to the family of Cody (participant of Fall 2020)
- Social Media campaign to help donate $9,330 to the family of Coach Zurlinden.
- PinkOut Bowl Donation $2,639 to local based Breast Cancer Charities: Breast Wishes & Jelaren Wellington Foundation
About Us
Flag Football Fanatics/Ohio Youth Connection is a non-profit youth organization that prides itself on providing a fun, safe, and positive football atmosphere. The game of football provides unique opportunities for our children to grow both emotionally and physically.
We strongly believe in giving back to the community, and with this mindset, we have become the LARGEST Flag Football organization in the state of Ohio and the 2nd largest in the USA with over 12K+ participants in 2024. Our communication with you (the parents) has also helped us grow tremendously as we make a strong effort to return all phone calls and emails within 48 hours. Your feedback is invaluable; feel free to contact us anytime, and remember that you can always register online or by mail.
We are Constantly Upgrading Your Experience
- The ONLY organization that uploads weekly Highlight Videos for every location.
- The ONLY organization that allows parents/coaches to enter individual player stats weekly (Touchdowns, Interceptions, Sacks, and more!).
- Standings and Scores posted and updated weekly.
We are Local
Signing up means you are choosing to support your local community. Flag Football Fanatics was conceived and built by locals right here in Ohio. Now, 15 years later, we are still going strong thanks to those who continue to support our homegrown organization. Our admins, staff, and volunteers are all your neighbors/friends in the local community. THANK YOU for supporting local organizations and contributing to growth right here at home!
We Offer a Fun, Once-In-A-Lifetime Experience to Kids
- The ONLY youth organization to play inside THE HORSESHOE stadium at The Ohio State University (Click Here for Video), Paul Brown Stadium home of the Cincinnati Bengals (Click Here for Video), , Invesco Field home of the Denver Broncos (Click Here for Video), and FirstEnergy Stadium home of the Cleveland Browns (Clink Here for Video).
- Every child receives an award at the end of the season.
- We help build friendships for your child by putting him/her on the same team as children that live in your neighborhood and/or go to the same school.
We hope to see you and your family at the fields this upcoming season and we look forward to providing you with the best youth experience ever!