Attention: Read the waiver and acknowledgments below. Once complete, provide your signature of consent. Please reach out to UFFL Head Coaches with any questions or concerns.
URBAN FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE - WAIVER
I, parent/guardian of registered child in the Urban Flag Football League. Hereby give my approval for my child to participate in any and all League activities, including transportation to and from the activities. I know that participation in flag football may result in serious injuries, and protective equipment does not prevent all injuries to players, and do hereby waive, release, absolve, indemnify, and agree to hold harmless Urban Flag Football League, the organizers, sponsors, supervisors, participants and persons transporting my child whether result of negligence or for any other cause. I agree that my child is required to attend all practices and if such child does not have at least 50% participation, the local Board of Directors approval is required for such candidate to play on the team. I hereby give my consent to Urban Flag Football League for the collection and use of personal information and/or photographs of my child/children on any websites, social media, or other advertising material.
URBAN FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE - PARENTS CODE OF CONDUCT
As a parent, you play a special role in contributing to the needs and development of youngsters. Through your encouragement and good example, you can help assure that all the boys learn good sportsmanship and self-discipline. In UFFL, young people learn to work together, to sacrifice for the good of the team, to enjoy winning and deal appropriately with defeat – all while becoming physically fit and healthy. Best of all, they have fun.
Support your child - Supporting your child by giving encouragement and showing interest in their team is very important. Help your child work toward skill improvement and good sportsmanship in every game. Teach your child that hard work and an honest effort are often more important than victory – that way your child will always be a winner despite the outcome of the game!
Always be positive - Parents serve as role models for their children. Become aware of this and work to be a positive role model. Applaud good plays by your child’s team as well as good plays by the opposing team. Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from youth sports activities.
Remember that your child wants to have fun - Remember that your child is the one playing football, not you. It’s very important to let children establish their own goals – to play the game for themselves. Take care not to impose your own standards and goals on them. Don’t put too heavy a burden on your child to win games. Surveys reveal that 72% of children would rather play for a losing team than ride the bench for a winning team. Children play for the fun of playing.
Reinforce Positive behavior - Positive reinforcement is the best way to help your child achieve their goals and their natural fear of failure. Nobody likes to make mistakes. If your child does make one, remember it’s all part of learning, so encourage your child’s efforts and point out the good things your child accomplished.
Don’t be a sideline coach or umpire - Coaches and referees are usually parents just like you. They volunteer time to help make your child’s youth football experiences a positive one. They need your support too. That means refraining from coaching or refereeing from the sidelines. As a volunteer organization, there’s usually always an opportunity for you to take your interest in coaching or being a referee to the next level and become one yourself.
Parents Pledge - I shall set an example for sportsmanship for my child to follow. I shall emphasize team play to my child. I shall show by example respect for referees, opposing teams and other fans. I shall not be a grandstand manager. I shall remember that not everyone can play at one time. I shall not be critical unless I’m willing to work to correct the problem. I shall attend my child’s games because it is important to them, they are not young forever. I shall be supportive when my child is successful or when struggling for success. I shall play and practice the skills of the game with my child. I shall be positive and supportive whether the team wins or loses. I shall remember that all managers, coaches and league officers are volunteers. I shall volunteer whenever possible. I shall retain the perspective that there are no major league scouts in the stands. I shall remember that the game is for the kids.
Remember: Good behavior doesn’t cost anything!!! However it does allow the players and other teams to enjoy a game between kids just for the fun of it.
Players,
While on UFFL permitted fields I will:
Use crossways when crossing roadways. Always be alert for traffic.
Not use any profanity. Not play in the parking lots at any time.
Not throw footballs or equipment at any time within the walkways and common areas.
Not throw rocks. No horseplay in crowds at any time.
Not climb fences or trees.
Observe ALL posted signs: Players and spectators should be Alert at all times.
During games, remain with the team.
Help clean up trash after each game.
Parents/Guardians,
There is NO SMOKING anywhere on, around or near the field.
Please refrain from smoking during any of our events. If you must smoke, you need to go to your vehicle.