Flag Football Rules
Teams:
Each team will consist of a maximum of 7 players on the field. If a team has less than 5 players on the field that team will forfeit the game.
The Game:
Each team will have two 12 play possessions. The winner of a coin toss will be able to choose if they want offense or defense first. Each possession will begin at the 45 yard line. If a quarterback steps behind the 50 yard line the play is dead and the ball will be spotted at the 45 yard line. A team must advance the ball 10 yards within 4 plays to continue the drive.
Overtime:
Each team will have a maximum of 4 plays starting from the 10 yard line. A turnover in overtime ends the offenses possession.
Play:
Each play must begin with a snap. A team can only advance the ball on a pass over the line of scrimmage. The quarterback will have 7 seconds to throw the ball with no pressure. After 7 seconds the defense may rush the quarterback. If the quarterback crosses the line of scrimmage the down will be over and the ball will be placed at the previous spot. If a defender crosses the line of scrimmage before 7 seconds have passed the offense has the option of accepting or declining the penalty.
Penalties:
All penalties but personal fouls will result in a loss or gain of 10 yards from the line of scrimmage with the opposing team having the option of declining the penalty. A personal foul will result in a gain or loss of 15 yards and possible ejection at the referee's discretion.
Scoring:
Touchdowns - 6 points
After all touchdowns a 2 point conversion will be attempted. The ball will be placed at the 10 yard line. The 2 point conversion is not one of the 15 plays
Interception - 2 points
The defense cannot advance any interception.
Fumble Recovery - 2 points
The defense cannot advance any fumble.
Preventing a First Down - 1 point
*Note: No points will be rewarded on any turnover (interception or fumble recovery) on a 2 point conversion