Merrimack Valley - Andover, N Andover, Lawrence

2026 Spring MVL Flag Football

2026 Spring Merrimack Valley Flag Football

Join FGS Flag Football, part of the largest youth flag football organization in the country!

This 6-game season, held on Saturdays, features a 5 vs. 5, non-contact, recreational, co-ed format with girl's divisions available by grade. Teams typically include 9–10 players to maximize development and playing time.

Whether you're new to the sport or building toward tackle football, this league offers a fun, developmental experience for all skill levels.

No tryouts. Everyone plays!

Season Timeline

Player Evaluations: TBD

First Games: April 25th, 2026

Playoffs Begin: June 6th, 2026

Makeup Date (if needed): June 13th, 2026

Championship Games: June 20th, 2026

MA vs. NH Border Battle: TBD – State champions face off!

Game Day: Saturdays between 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (exact times vary by field availability and league size)

Haverhill & Merrimack Valley League games will be played at Northern Essex Community College Soccer Fields 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA 01830.

*Some divisions may combine against NH Teams and travel to the NH fields. *

Practice Format

Practices are recommended 1 hour before each game

Optional weekday practices may be scheduled by coaches, based on team availability

Communication & Scheduling

All rosters, schedules, and communication are managed through the GameChanger App, where families can:

Track weekly practice and game schedules

Use team chat for direct communication with coaches and teammates

Notifications are sent once rosters are confirmed and team pages are activated.

For updates, pictures and more FGS programs follow us on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok!

Player Gear

Each registered athlete receives:

A reversible NFL FLAG jersey

A flag belt

Matching team shorts

All 32 NFL teams are represented!

Check the updated NFL FLAG sizing chart before registering — jersey styles have changed.

Divisions & Eligibility

Divisions are organized by grade for consistency and competitive balance:

Grades: Kindergarten through 9th Grade

Girls Divisions: Available by grade level

Lil Patriots (4U): For beginners age 4 & under

Every team advances to the playoffs. Division championships take place on June 20th, followed by the MA vs. NH Border Battle (TBD)

Volunteer Roles

Each team is supported by up to 3 parent volunteers:

Head Coach

Assistant Coach

All volunteers receive access to coaching resources and are invited to a pre-season orientation for support and guidance.

Registration Details

Registration Open: December 1st, 2025 – April 25, 2026

After capacity is reached, new registrants will be placed on a waitlist

Late Registration Fee: As of April 2nd, 2026 - $20

Location: Northern Essex Community College - Haverhill Campus

Regions Served: Haverhill, Lawrence, North Andover, Ect.

Divisions: Kindergarten through 8th Grade

Lil Patriots (4U): Ages 4 & under

Eligible Ages: 4–15

Check out our new Blitz Report we rolled out last Fall. This is used to keep a line of communication about each season's details, events and highlights for the season!

To stay even more connected, be sure to follow us on social media for real-time updates, reminders, and highlights from the season.

Follow us here:

Facebook

Instagram

Tik Tok

Online Payment Processing Notice:

Registrations completed online are subject to a 3.99% payment processing fee charged by our third-party payment provider. This processing fee is not retained by Future Gen Sports and is non-refundable.

Families who prefer to avoid this fee may pay by check. To do so, please place your registration in the shopping cart without completing online payment, and mail your check to:

Future Gen Sports

15 Rabbit Rd

Salisbury, MA 01952

Please note: Registrations will not be processed or confirmed until payment is received.

Let’s Kick Off the Season, thank you for joining the FGS Flag family. Whether you’re returning or just starting your football journey, we’re excited to bring your player onto the field for a season full of teamwork, energy, and NFL FLAG action.

For any other questions please email [email protected]