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 NFL FLAG Football Leagues this fall. 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: August 11-October 25
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 September 1, 2025.
Clinics will be held the week of August 11. Practices begin the week of August 18. Games will be played on Friday evenings/Saturday mornings beginning the week of September 2.
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. (Leagues may be merged with the Galowich Family YMCA and Morris Hospital YMCA with games played in Joliet and Morris.)
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.
Fall 2025 Registration Fees
Prior to June 24
$115 for Facility Members
$230 for Community Members
June 24-August 4
$125 for Facility Members
$250 for Community Members
August 5 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
Wednesday, August 13
5:15-6:15 p.m.
Ages 7-9
Thursday, August 14
5:15-6:15 p.m.
Ages 10-12 and Ages 13-14
Thursday, August 14
6:30-7:30 p.m.
MORRIS HOSPITAL YMCA
League Dates: August 25-October 25
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 September 1, 2025.
Practices begin the week of August 25. Games will be played on Saturdays beginning the weekend of September 13. Games will be played at 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. (Leagues may be merged with the Galowich Family YMCA and C.W. Avery Family YMCA with games played in Joliet and Plainfield.)
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.
Fall 2025 Registration Fees
Prior to June 24
$115 for Facility Members
$230 for Community Members
June 24-August 4
$125 for Facility Members
$250 for Community Members
August 5 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: August 11-October 25
Co-ed Age Divisions:
4-6 years old
7-9 years old
10-12 years old
13-14 years old
Girls Age Divisions:
10-12 years old
13-14 years old
Participants should register for age group based on age as of September 1, 2025.
Clinics will be held the week of August 11. Practices begin the week of August. Games will be played on Friday evenings/Saturday mornings beginning the weekend of September 2.
Practice and game locations are TBD. 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. (Leagues may be merged with the Morris Hospital YMCA and C.W. Avery Family YMCA with games played in Morris and Plainfield.)
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.
Fall 2025 Registration Fees
Prior to June 24
$115 for Facility Members
$230 for Community Members
June 24-August 4
$125 for Facility Members
$250 for Community Members
August 5 and Beyond
$135 for Facility Members
$270 for Community Members
Contact:
Zach Jarosz, Sports Manager
[email protected]
(815) 744-3939, ext. 317
