Wilmington Parks and Rec Kicks Off Flag Football Registration

Sign-ups for the youth league open on February 9th and run through March 2nd.

Published on Feb. 3, 2026

Wilmington Parks and Recreation is gearing up for its annual flag football league, with registration set to begin on February 9th and run through March 2nd. The season will kick off in mid-April, with practices starting the week of April 13th and games beginning the following week.

Why it matters

The city's flag football program provides a popular recreational activity for local youth, promoting physical fitness, teamwork, and community engagement. With registration opening soon, families will want to sign up early to secure spots for their children.

The details

The Wilmington Parks and Recreation flag football league is open to boys and girls in kindergarten through 6th grade. Practices will begin the week of April 13th, with games scheduled to start the following week on April 20th. Interested participants can register online through the department's website or by contacting program coordinator Jody Drake.

  • Registration opens on February 9, 2026 and runs through March 2, 2026.
  • Practices begin the week of April 13, 2026.
  • Games are scheduled to start the week of April 20, 2026.

The players

Wilmington Parks and Recreation

The local government department responsible for managing recreational activities and facilities in the city of Wilmington, Ohio.

Jody Drake

The coordinator for the Wilmington Parks and Recreation flag football program.

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What’s next

Families interested in signing up their children for the Wilmington Parks and Recreation flag football league should visit the department's website or contact Jody Drake before the March 2nd registration deadline.

The takeaway

The upcoming flag football season provides a great opportunity for local youth to stay active, learn new skills, and build community connections through this popular recreational program offered by the Wilmington Parks and Recreation department.