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FNL will be hosting several coaches meetings over the next 2 weeks.  We encourage every new and returning coach to come by and say 'hi', meet your competition, learn about our rules and regulations, ask questions to our senior refs and meet your league manager and commissioner!  You'll also be able to pick up your footballs, flags and belts.  These meetings run about an hour and they are designed to help you get up and running for our spring 2025 season! You MUST RSVP please.

COACHES MEETING

currently scheduling for this weekend. TBD

Can't make it?  No problem.  There will be several more coaches meetings that will take place this week!  More info on additional dates/times and locations coming soon!

PLEASE RSVP TO FNL:   santabarbarafnl@gmail.com

Welcome to Santa Barbara FNL!

SPRING 2025 SEASON

IS NOW SOLD OUT. 

130+ teams participating this Spring!

1,100+ kids registered.  80+ COED Teams.  50+ ALL-GIRLS Teams.

OVER 400 Girls playing flag football this spring. 

HAVE YOU NOT HEARD FROM YOUR COACH YET?  There are still several FNL teams that are looking for a head coach.  These teams will not start their games until early March so thank you for being patient as we work to secure additional volunteers!  FNL is providing scholarships for anyone that may be interested in coaching one of these teams this spring. We also provide community service hours to those interested in helping with a team.  Please reach out to FNL if you are willing to coach and join our staff of over 150 volunteers!

santabarbarafnl@gmail.com

FNL is currently looking for head coaches this spring in many divisions. Join our team of 110+ volunteer coaches and make a difference in the lives of our young FNL athletes!  No experience required. Only 1 practice a week. Training and support always provided.  If you, or someone you know is willing to help coach some kids this spring, your child may be able to sign up and play!  

Please email FNL for more info:  santabarbarafnl@gmail.com

"All kids need is a little help, a little hope, and somebody who believes in them". -Magic Johnson

What's Happening Right Now at FNL:

Spring 2025 Waitlist is Open

FNL is finalizing our spring field permits so they know how many additional kids on the waitlist may be able to play. FNL will be reaching out to our waitlist players over the next few weeks as space becomes available. If you, or if you know someone that is able to coach a team this spring, please let FNL know as there may be immediate team placement for your child. To be placed on the waitlist, please email santabarbarafnl@gmail.com

Team Building

FNL is working on building over 130+ teams during the month of January. Team Rosters should be completed by the end of the month.

Coaches Meetings

FNL will be hosting several coaches meetings (new & returning) beginning on Jan. 30th. There will be several days/times and locations coaches may choose to attend. All coaches should plan to attend 1 meeting to discuss the spring season, meet our staff, talk to our refs and review our rules & regulations. Coaches will also be provided their team footballs, flags and belts at these meetings. Players should hear from their coach by early February.

Team Practice

Once coaches receive their team roster, 1 practice a week may begin. Most teams will begin to practice early February. Most teams will have only 2-3 practices before their first game.

Opening FNL Weekend

FNL Games are scheduled to begin the weekend of February 28th.

FNL Fields This Spring

All games this Spring at FNL will take place locally on Fridays and Sundays between February 28th - May 2nd. All teams will play 8 games before heading to playoffs so your child is not playing every Friday night and Sunday. Team game schedule will be available a couple of weeks before the season starts.  Coaches will be allowed to request 1-2 byes during the season.  FNL does not play during the weekend of Spring Break (3/28-3/30).  Exciting multi-million dollar renovations are taking place on Santa Barbara city park fields which will limit our field access for Friday nights this season.  All teams/players must be able to play on Sundays.

Additional Questions?

Please see our Spring 2025 F.A.Q. on the website!  Thank you.  Get ready for an exciting spring season at Santa Barbara FNL!

 

A REMINDER FROM YOUR CHILD...

 

I'm a KID.

 

It's Just a GAME.

 

My Coach is a VOLUNTEER.

 

The Refs are HUMANS.

 

NO College Scholarships will be handed out during FNL games.

FNL NOW HIRING SPRING 2025 REFEREES!

Santa Barbara FNL is now hiring referees for our Spring 2025 season.  Students can earn over 50+ hours of community service this spring if hired.  FNL refs earn between $80-$150 per night and up to $200 on Sundays.  To apply, please see:  BE A REF! at the top of our website and follow instructions! Thank you!

Questions?  Go to santabarbarafnl@gmail.com

COED and ALL-GIRLS LEAGUE for the Spring 2025 season is now SOLD OUT

Registration for FNL CHEER is still open!  

FNL CHEER.     COED LEAGUE.     ALL-GIRLS LEAGUE.  

GRADES K-8TH

Spring 2025 Season runs end of February through early May, 2025.

**Please note that due to limited fields and city park renovations in the spring, all games will be played locally on Friday nights and Sundays.  All teams must be able to participate on Sunday game days.

Spring 2025 Game dates:

2/28,  3/2,  3/7,  3/9,  3/14,  3/16,  3/21,  4/4,  4/6, 4/11,  4/13,  4/18, 4/25,  4/27 (playoffs) &  5/2 (championship night)

WELCOME TO SANTA BARBARA FNL SPRING 2025 SEASON!
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN NOVEMBER 15th - DECEMBER 31st.
*CHEER*.    *COED LEAGUE*.    *ALL-GIRLS LEAGUE*.    *KINDER-ONLY DIVISION*.    
Don't wait to register. Spring season will sell out! 
 
SPRING 2025 SEASON RUNS
February - May, 2025
 
ALL GAMES PLAYED LOCALLY
on Friday Nights and on Sundays this Spring*
*All Teams must be able to field a team of at least (5) players on Sunday game days this Spring! Coaches can request to play in the morning, afternoon or early evening for Sunday games!
 
"GET READY FOR THE BEST YOUTH SPORTS EXPERIENCE YOU WILL EVER HAVE"
 
ALL BOYS & GIRLS GRADES K-8TH
8 Games + Playoffs
5 Divisions Based on Grade:
(PRE K/K,  1/2,  3/4,  5/6,  7/8,)
8-9 PLAYERS TO A ROSTER
*PLAY & SIGN UP WITH FRIENDS, NEIGHBORS & CLASSMATES*
* FORM YOUR OWN TEAM OR SIGN UP WITH A FRIEND OR TWO... OR REGISTER AS A FREE AGENT AND WE WILL PLACE YOU ON A TEAM!
Format:  *6 V 6 *.   8-9 PLAYERS/TEAM
SKILL POSITIONS - QB, WR, RB, DB
*ONLY 1 PRACTICE PER WEEK*
*EVERYONE PLAYS 3 OUT OF 4 QUARTERS*
*GAMES ON FRIDAY NIGHTS AND SUNDAYS*
*PROFESSIONAL - PAID GAME OFFICIALS*
*AWARDS FOR TOP RANKING TEAMS, LEAGUE CHAMPIONS & LEAGUE RUNNER-UPS.

Please register early!

Spring 2025 season will sell out.

Questions regarding the Spring 2025 season?   Please email us at santabarbarafnl@gmail.com

Congratulations to Santa Barbara FNL for receiving the 2024 Russ Hargreaves Memorial Award for Recreational Achievement! This award is presented annually to an individual or organization that has made outstanding contributions to the field of recreation. Russ Hargreaves was a dedicated member of the Santa Barbara Recreation Department for over 25 years. He devoted his life to creating opportunities for others to enjoy the benefits of recreational activities. He loved jogging and was committed to total body fitness. He believed that a healthy mind and body were the foundation for a happy and productive life.  CONGRATULATIONS SANTA BARBARA FNL!

Ted and Nevin Pallad

Commissioners

FNL IN THE NEWS...

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Shane Lopes

FNL League Manager

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FNL Girls League Support

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