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HomeMy Public PortalAboutTOL PR 2015-01-15 NFL Flag Football Town of Leesburg News Release For Immediate Release Ida Lee Spring 2015 NFL Football Continues Registration Leesburg, VA (January 16, 2015) – Registration for the spring 2015 NFL Flag Football League at Ida Lee is currently open and filling fast. The Town is excited to offer again two great leagues: Ida Lee NFL Flag Football House League and the Ida Lee NFL Flag Football Elite League. The Ida Lee NFL Flag Football House league continues to grow and this season will be made up of six age groups: 6-7 year old, 8-9 year old, 10 year old, 11-12 year old, 13-14 year old and 15-16 year old divisions. This year is the first year that Ida Lee is offering a 15-16 year old division. Teams will be selected and formed through a draft process after players’ skills have been evaluated at the player evaluation days on March 7 and 8. All players will be outfitted in NFL jerseys and each team will play up to seven regular season games and playoffs to determine division champions. To register, visit www.idalee.org or contact the front desk at Ida Lee Park Recreation Center at (703)777 -1368. Registration ends on February 16, 2015. The Ida Lee NFL Flag Football Elite League returns this spring and will consist of four divisions: 10 and under, 12 and under, 14 and under, and 18 and under. The Elite League is a competitive league made up of teams of 7 to 10 players, formed by themselves, and include an adult head coach. This league will also follow NFL Flag Football rules. The Elite League is a great off- season program for tackle football players working on their skill development and flag football tournament teams looking for high caliber competition as well as recreational athletes looking for a more competitive outlet. The Elite League will provide players with premier competition in the region on some of the best flag football fields in the area. Cost per team is $800 and includes NFL Team Jerseys, up to seven regular season games, playoffs and practice space. Registration ends on February 7, 2015. For questions or to register please contact Greg Anselene, League Manager at (703)737-6051 or ganselene@leesburgva.gov. Ida Lee is always looking for flag football coaches. If you are interested in coaching your child’s team or any team, please contact Greg Anselene, Flag Football Manager at (703)737 -6051 or ganselene@leesburgva.gov. Contact: Greg Anselene Sports and Fitness Supervisor Town of Leesburg ganselene@leesburgva.gov 703-777-1368 # # #