What are the Next Level 7th/8th Grade Programming Differences?
Similar to Little League baseball, at some point our kids grow up, and the small diamond/field just doesn’t work anymore! As much as we love the small ¼ fields, Next Level feels that at the 7th/8th grade ages it is time to compete and transition to 7 on 7 Flag Football.
7 on 7 is a common game used in practices and competition situations at the High School, College and even the Pro Level. Here are some important facts about 7 on 7 as it relates to Next Level Flag Football:
7 on 7 is actually 7 on 6: Seven defensive players vs 6 offensive players (Same as HS, College, Pro).
Rosters will increase from 10-12 to 14 Players.
Game is played on ½ the regular width of the football field. The field is much wider than the ¼ Next Level fields used at K-6th grade levels.
Running is minimized but still allowed – Passing the football becomes more of the emphasis at the 7 on 7 level.
We use a Youth Size Football – one size lower than the ball used in High School
Coaching: Adults are still encouraged to assist but High School Football Staffs and High School kids will call all plays and run all drills all season.
Head Coaches selected are more experienced and successful High School or College Players: Starting QB’s, LB’s Defense Backs, WR’s etc.