Programs with a Purpose
Greater Joliet Area YMCA Youth Sports programs maximize the positive effects of athletics by emphasizing healthy competition and promoting teamwork. The Y focuses on the life lessons that can be learned from sports, and our coaches strive to instill a positive self-image in each player.
And now we are excited to offer new NFL FLAG Football Leagues this spring. NFL FLAG is the largest flag football league in the U.S., and the only league where players can wear official NFL gear. Kids of all ages and skill levels will participate in a safe, non-contact environment, allowing boys and girls the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of football. In this program everyone plays, and everyone has fun!
C.W. AVERY FAMILY YMCA
League Dates: April 28-July 19
Co-ed Age Divisions:
4-6 years old
7-9 years old
10-12 years old
13-14 years old
Participants should register for age group based on age as of May 1, 2025.
Clinics will be held the week of April 28. Practices begin the week of May 5. Games will be played on Friday evenings/Saturday mornings beginning the week of May 26.
Practice and game locations will include the C.W. Avery Family YMCA, Lincoln Elementary School, and Ira Jones Middle School. Ages 4-6 will play 7 regular season games. Age divisions 7 and up will play 6 regular season games and at least 1 playoff game. No games will be held on 4th of July weekend.
All participants will receive an NFL jersey and flag belt. Mouthguards are required and gloves are recommended. Rubber cleats are recommended, but gym shoes are also allowed. Metal cleats are not allowed. Participants are asked to wear pants/shorts that do not have pockets while competing in games.
Spring 2025 Registration Fees
Prior to February 25
$115 for Facility Members
$230 for Community Members
February 25-March 31
$125 for Facility Members
$250 for Community Members
April 1 and Beyond
$135 for Facility Members
$270 for Community Members
Contact:
Maria Freeh, Sports Director
[email protected]
(815) 267-8600, ext. 217
Preseason Clinics
Preseason clinics are available to all registered Youth Flag Football League participants at no extra cost. Pre-registration is required.
Ages 4-6 and Ages 7-9
Thursday, May 1
5:15-6:15 p.m.
Ages 10-12 and Ages 13-14
Thursday, May 1
6:30-7:30 p.m.
MORRIS HOSPITAL YMCA
League Dates: April 28-June 28
Co-ed Age Divisions:
4-6 years old
7-9 years old
10-12 years old
13-14 years old
Participants should register for age group based on age as of May 1, 2025.
Practices begin the week of April 28. Games will be played on Saturdays beginning the weekend of May 10. Games will be played at the Morris Hospital YMCA and Morris Grade School. Ages 4-6 will play 7 regular season games. Age divisions 7 and up will play 6 regular season games and at least 1 playoff game. No games will be held on Memorial Day weekend.
All participants will receive an NFL jersey and flag belt. Mouthguards are required and gloves are recommended. Rubber cleats are recommended, but gym shoes are also allowed. Metal cleats are not allowed. Participants are asked to wear pants/shorts that do not have pockets while competing in games.
Spring 2025 Registration Fees
Prior to February 25
$115 for Facility Members
$230 for Community Members
February 25-March 31
$125 for Facility Members
$250 for Community Members
April 1 and Beyond
$135 for Facility Members
$270 for Community Members
Contact:
Chris Interial, Sports Director
[email protected]
(815) 513-8080, ext. 514
GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA - In partnership with Joliet Junior College
League Dates: April 28-July 19
Co-ed Age Divisions:
4-6 years old
7-9 years old
10-12 years old
13-14 years old
15-17 years old
Girls Age Divisions:
10-12 years old
13-14 years old
15-17 years old
Participants should register for age group based on age as of May 1, 2025.
Clinics will be held the week of April 28. Practices begin the week of May 5. Games will be played on Friday evenings/Saturday mornings beginning the weekend of May 31.
Practice and game locations will include Joliet Junior College and the Galowich Family YMCA. Ages 4-6 will play 7 regular season games. Age divisions 7 and up will play 6 regular season games and at least 1 playoff game. No games will be held on 4th of July weekend.
All participants will receive an NFL jersey and flag belt. Mouthguards are required and gloves are recommended. Rubber cleats are recommended, but gym shoes are also allowed. Metal cleats are not allowed. Participants are asked to wear pants/shorts that do not have pockets while competing in games.
Spring 2025 Registration Fees
Prior to February 25
$115 for Facility Members
$230 for Community Members
February 25-March 31
$125 for Facility Members
$250 for Community Members
April 1 and Beyond
$135 for Facility Members
$270 for Community Members
Contact:
Zach Jarosz, Sports Manager
[email protected]
(815) 744-3939, ext. 317
