Umatilla Regional NFL Flag Football
Regional Flag Football Information
NFL Flag Football Seahawks Spring Regional Tournament – Umatilla Teams
UPDATE: Tryouts Tuesday March 31st
- 12U 5:00 PM Umatilla Marina Park
- 14U 6:15 PM Umatilla Marina Park
The City of Umatilla is proud to announce an exciting opportunity for 20 athletes to represent our community in the NFL Flag Seahawks Spring Regional Tournament.
This is a CO-ED team opportunity, with athletes competing in both the 14U Co-Ed Division and the Parks & Recreation 12U Co-Ed Division.
This is a huge opportunity for the Boys and Girls who play in our league to go show case their skills against some of the top flag football teams in the North West, this tournament is held in Everett, WA on June 6th 2026 at Kasch Park.
Teams will consist of 10 players and two coaches, in accordance with official NFL Flag tournament rules.
Each team will carry two additional players who will participate fully in all practices and will be held to the same standards as the rest of the team. These players will serve as alternates and are not guaranteed a final roster spot. They are expected to compete at a high level and continue working to earn their place on the official roster. Final roster decisions will be made prior to the May 18 NSID registration deadline.
NFL Flag Regional Divisions
12U Parks & Rec Division & 14U Co‑Ed Division
12U Parks & Rec Division Eligibility
Players are eligible for the 12U division if they are 12 years old or younger on August 1, 2025. To compete in the Parks & Recreation (Rec) division, teams must participate in an NFL FLAG Parks & Rec program (such as a local park and recreation league), and players must have played in that league within the past 12 months.
14U Co-Ed Division Eligibility
Players are eligible for the 14U Co-Ed division if they are 14 years old or younger on August 1, 2025. This division is open to co-ed teams, and teams must be part of an active NFL FLAG league program.
The tournament will be held on June 6, 2026, at Kasch Park in Everett, Washington, and serves as the final opportunity for teams to qualify for the NFL FLAG National Championships. Divisions include co‑ed and recreation teams from 8U through 14U, as well as age-specific girls’ divisions and high school divisions.
This is a “Selected” team, which means there will be tryouts and evaluations to determine who earns a spot on the roster. During the evaluation process, we are looking for athletes who maintain a positive attitude regardless of the outcome and who demonstrate a true team-first mentality. Being coachable is extremely important — players must be willing to listen, learn, and apply feedback.
We will also be evaluating fundamental skills such as route running, catching ability, flag pulling, and pursuit of ball carriers.
NFL Flag football tournaments require all players to complete age verification.
This process is completed through National Sports ID (NSID) to confirm that each team meets its division’s age requirements. The City of Umatilla will cover the $15 NSID registration fee for all participating players.
Try-outs will be held on Tuesday March 31st at 3rd Street Park from 5:30pm to 6:45pm.
All selected players will be contacted directly by April 3rd.
Key Dates
March 31, 2026 – Tryouts
- 12U 5:00 PM Umatilla Marina Park
- 14U 6:15 PM Umatilla Marina Park
April 3, 2026 – Team Selection Announced
Selected players will be contacted directly.
April 6, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM – Parent–Coach Meeting
Mandatory meeting for parents and selected players to review tournament details, expectations, and logistics.
April 27, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM – NSID Registration Night
Players and parents attend City Hall to complete age verification and upload all required documents for tournament eligibility.
May 18, 2026 – Roster Verification Due
Final rosters must be verified and submitted.
June 5, 2026 – Departure Day
Teams travel to Everett, Washington, for the tournament.
June 6, 2026 – Tournament Day
Competition at Kasch Park begins; teams play in pool play format with opportunities for advancement to the NFL FLAG Championships
The City of Umatilla will cover the cost of lodging for all selected players during the tournament. This support ensures that our athletes can focus on competing and representing our community without the added burden of accommodation expenses.
ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST STAY AT A HOST HOTEL- NFL Flag Regional Rules.
NFL Flag football tournaments require all players to complete age verification.
NSID Verification
All players must complete NSID (National Sports ID) verification to be eligible to compete in the tournament. This process confirms each player’s age and league participation, ensuring they meet the requirements for their division. Players and parents will attend NSID Registration Night to submit the necessary documents and complete verification.
No player will be allowed to participate in the tournament without successful NSID verification, making this step essential for tournament eligibility.
The City of Umatilla will cover the $15 NSID registration fee for all participating players.
Information needed to get your child registered-
Age Verification You should upload one of:
Birth certificate (official state/county birth record)
Passport (U.S. or foreign passport showing name & date of birth)
State ID card (government-issued ID with name & date of birth)
These show your child’s full name and date of birth, which NSID uses to verify age eligibility.
Grade / School Verification
To support the age/grade on the Sports ID, you can upload one of:
Current school report card
School ID card
Screenshot of school portal showing current grade
This helps NSID confirm which grade division your child should compete in.
UMATILLA PARKS & REC WILL HANDLE THE VERIFICATION OF PARTICIPANTS.
Coaching Staff: Luke Romero, Brody Bowman, Dave Stockdale and Joel Escamilla-Barajas
In alignment with City of Umatilla insurance requirements, all teams will be coached by City employees. This ensures appropriate oversight, liability coverage, and the safety of all participants.
