2026 flag and tackle football season details
Welcome to Waltham Youth Football, where we strive to inspire young athletes through teamwork, sportsmanship, and a passion for football, building a strong sense of community along the way. The 2026 football season promises to be an exciting and rewarding experience for players of all skill levels, whether they are participating in flag football or tackle football.
2026 Head Coaches
Kindergarten Flag: Erin Donovan
1st Grade Flag: TBD
2nd Grade Flag: Kevin Durand
3rd Grade Flag: Ryan Shaughnessy
2/3 Instructional Tackle: Francois Joseph
4th Grade Tackle: Ben Perlmutter
5th Grade Tackle: Mark Marchant
6th Grade Tackle: Mike Creonte
7th Grade Tackle: Ben Donovan
8th Grade Tackle: Luke Tripp
Do you have any questions about registering for football or details about the upcoming season? Reach out to Katrina Capone at katrinacaponewyfc@gmail.com. Whether it’s for a Board member or the coaching staff, she’ll make sure your questions are directed to the appropriate person.
UPCOMING DATES:
Paperwork Drop Off Nights: TBD
Questions? Click here for more information: 2026 Paperwork Requirements and Deadlines
IMPORTANT FOOTBALL DEADLINES [Registration, Player Paperwork and Financial Assistance]
Friday, July 31, 2026
Flag & Tackle Football Registration and Payment: 2026 Registration Page
Financial Assistance: 2026 WYFC Financial Assistance Application
AYF Player Paperwork: Your child will not be permitted to practice on August 3 [tackle] or August 18 [flag] if paperwork is not completed in full. This includes medical information, birth certificate and June 2026 final report card. No uniforms or equipment will be distributed to players without full payment.
Monday, August 11: Flag Football Payment Deadline
No uniforms or equipment will be distributed to players without full payment.
UNIFORM AND EQUIPMENT:
Waltham Youth Football will provide...
Flag Football: game jersey, shorts, game socks
Tackle Football: helmet, shoulderpads, practice jersey/pants, game jersey/pants/socks
Players must have their own...
Flag Football: waterbottle [clearly labeled with player's name], mouthguard, cleats
Tackle Football: waterbottle, mouthguard [recommended with strap], cleats, 7-pad girldle
Examples...
Youth Size: Exxact Sports Battle 7-Pad Football Girdle for Men & Boys or Sports Unlimited Omaha 7 Pad Integrated Youth Football Girdle
Adult Size: Exxact Sports Combat 7-Pad Adult Football Girdle
General Football Information
Flag Football [Grades K through 3]: Our flag football program is designed for younger players, focusing on skill development, game strategies, and fundamentals in a non-contact environment. This format ensures that athletes can enjoy the game safely while building confidence and an understanding of football techniques.
Season Dates: Practices begin on August 18, with regular season games beginning the weekend of August 29/30 through mid-November.
Practices and Games:
Kindergarten: One-hour weekly practice on either Tuesday or Thursday, followed by one home game on Sunday mornings at 8:00 a.m.
Grades 1-3: Practice on Tuesdays and Thursdays; games are scheduled for weekends.
Instructional Tackle Football [Grades 2 and 3]: The instructional tackle program introduces young athletes to football fundamentals in a safe, structured environment. The program focuses on skill development, teamwork, age-appropriate activities, proper tackling techniques, and simplified playbooks to build a strong foundation.
Tackle Football [Grades 4 through 8]: The tackle football program provides older youth athletes with the opportunity to participate in a more competitive and structured environment. Coaches focus heavily on safety, teaching proper techniques, and building teamwork.
Season Dates: Conditioning and practices begin on August 3, with regular season games beginning the weekend of August 29/30 through mid-November.
Practices and Games: Practices are held 3-4 days a week, and games are scheduled for weekends.