2026 Jr. Cardinals Flag Football League

2026 Jr. Cardinals Flag Football League

$375.00

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First Time Ever in Canada!

For the first time ever, an NFL team is directly investing in Canadian youth flag football, and it’s happening here in Calgary with the Arizona Cardinals. Our league delivers a one-of-a-kind NFL atmosphere, featuring exclusive appearances from Cardinals players, cheerleaders, and Big Red at major events. As Canada’s first league with direct investment by an NFL team, we offer an unmatched level of quality and experience while operating under the NFL Flag banner.

Unlock Your Potential

Join The Arizona Cardinals & RAW Sports for an unforgettable flag football experience, designed for fun, skill development, and to streamline your growth and prepare you for the upcoming season. Our goal is to become Calgary’s premier competitive flag football league. This season, we will have teams in every quadrant of the city.

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Description

2026 Jr. Cardinals Flag Football League Powered By RAW Sports

*Sanctioned by Football Alberta*

Who can Attend ?

Our league follows Football Canada’s age brackets

Co-ed, all skill level, positions. Ages 4-15 (turning these ages in 2026).

Under 6 (U6) – Years of birth: 2021, 2022. Ages turning in 2026: 4, 5

Under 8 (U8) – Years of birth: 2019, 2020. Ages turning in 2026: 6, 7

Under 10 (U10) – Years of birth: 2017, 2018. Ages turning in 2026: 8, 9

Under 12 (U12) – Years of birth: 2015, 2016. Ages turning in 2026: 10, 11

Under 14 (U14) – Years of birth: 2013, 2014. Ages turning in 2026: 12, 13

Under 16 (U16) – Years of birth: 2011, 2012. Ages turning in 2026: 14, 15 – For non-tackle players only – tackle players should participate in Calgary Spring League Football.

2026 Schedule

Season Dates: April 18 – June 6, 2026

Practices: Wednesday evenings (exact times to be announced) | There is also a Saturday only team available.

Games: Saturday afternoons (exact times to be announced)

Practice & Game Locations

NW Practice Location (Tentative)
Shouldice Aquatic Centre – 5303 Bowness Rd NW, Calgary, AB T3B 1C5

SE Practice Location (Tentative)
Brookfield Residential YMCA at Seton – 4995 Market St SE, Calgary, AB T3M 2P9

NE Practice Location
TBD – Location will be in NE Calgary

SW Practice Location
TBD – Location will be in SW Calgary

Saturday-Only Team
The Saturday-only group will practice at Shouldice Aquatic Centre (across the street from Shouldice Turf Field) immediately before their scheduled games.

Game Days

All games for all teams will be played at Shouldice Turf Fields.

What Does the League Include?

*Each team will have one paid Jr. Cardinals coach running the team, as well as 1-2 parent volunteers assisting.*

  • Direct Arizona Cardinals Investment: Featuring appearances from Cardinals players, the team mascot, cheerleaders, exclusive giveaways, and an unmatched overall experience.
  • Jr. Cardinals Jersey, mouthguard to keep, and flag belts to use during game days.
  • Flag football fundamentals
  • Offensive and defensive skill development
  • Physical literacy training
  • Speed and agility training
  • Character development: using football as a vehicle to foster work ethic, discipline, teamwork, and other important life skills and virtues. 
  • Exposure: Each age group will have both a North and South All-Star team, selected to compete in an All-Star Game at the end of the season. Some age divisions may also be chosen to participate in NFL Flag Regional Tournaments. Please note: There is an additional fee for players selected to an All-Star team or to participate in tournaments.
  • Official Stat Tracking: We don’t just play; we track. View your stats and leaderboards online just like the pros.
  • Game Tape: High-quality video recording of games for players to review, learn from and keep as highlights available on hudl.

Equipment Information:

Participants are responsible for bringing the following:

  • Water Bottle
  • Shorts (no pockets)
  • Cleats
  • Football gloves (optional)

Jersey Sizes:

When signing up, you’ll be asked to select your jersey size!

Have Questions?

info@rawsports.ca

Special requests – We will do our best to grant requests but they are not guaranteed.

Financial Assistance for Youth Sports

Looking for help with camp fees? Check out support programs from KidSport Canada.

RAW Calgary Flag Football D.N.A

At RAW Sports, we offer more than just football training, we provide a all encompassing development experience that equips young athletes with both exceptional skills and strong character. Our elite coaches and mentors use football as a platform to teach essential life values such as resilience, hard work, and teamwork. We believe adversity is a powerful teacher, and our programs are designed to help athletes cultivate a positive mindset and overcome challenges. By focusing on position-specific skill development, we empower our players to reach their full potential and gain a competitive edge.

We are committed to creating exposure opportunities for our athletes, including competitions against top-level players and access to an extensive university recruiting network. With camps across Canada and high-quality film for recruiting purposes, we are dedicated to helping players succeed both on and off the field. As Canada’s premier football position-specific skill development organization, RAW Sports is the ultimate choice for families seeking the best for their young athletes. Join the RAW Sports family today and experience the difference firsthand.

💳 Flexible payment options available at checkout: Pay upfront with Credit/Debit, or split your payments using Affirm (monthly instalments) or Sezzle (interest-free biweekly payments).

Event Details

Join The Arizona Cardinals & RAW Sports for an unforgettable flag football experience, designed for fun, skill development and to streamline your growth.

Start date: April 18, 2026

End date: June 6, 2026

Phone: 403-561-2745

Email: info@rawsports.ca

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