AFFL Youth Duel in the Desert
Schedule
Sat Apr 27 2024 at 05:00 am to Sun Apr 28 2024 at 02:00 pm
Location
Heritage Park | Henderson, NV
AFFL DUEL IN THE DESERTTOURNAMENT LOCATION & TIME
Location:
Heritage Park: 350 S. Racetrack Rd. Henderson, NV 89015
Saturday: Heritage Park 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Sunday: Heritage Park 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (subject to change)
TOURNAMENT FORMAT
5 vs 5
Saturday: 3 Game Guarantee - 2 Saturday (subject to change)
Sunday Playoffs: Single elimination. All teams make it to the playoffs (subject to change)
7 vs 7
Saturday: 3 Game Guarantee - 2 Saturday (subject to change)
Sunday Playoffs: Single elimination. All teams make it to the playoffs (subject to change)
12 or more teams in each Division will be broken into A and B Championship (Placement will Vary by Point Differential ) B Champions will receive Affl Youth Championship Metals
AWARDS
* Championship Rings (12 per Team)
* Championship Flags (12 per Team)
* Custom Duel in The Desert Jerseys (12 per Team)
* MVP Chains- Offensive MVP | Defensive MVP | Game MVP (3 player Max)
* Full Bid to Any AFFL Youth 2024 Tournament
* The top 4 teams in each division will qualify for national (registration fee not included)
* Head Coach - Duel in The Desert Championship Belt
* Double Points earned towards the AFFL Youth National Ranking System
* One (1) Autographed Team Issue Ball from the AFFL Pro League team, Las Vegas Lucky 7s
* Team Photo Posted on All AFFL Youth Social media platforms and our official website (www.afflyouth.com)
DIVISIONS
*We will only take 120 Teams to Each Tournament. Tournaments can sell out 3-4 weeks early, depending on the time of year. Due to the nature of this tournament, we cannot take schedule requests.*
IMPORTANT: Players may only play for one team in the same age/skill division.
Availability is updated periodically; please contact Eduardo Rios with additional questions at (689) 205-4791
* 6U -(age of player as of January 1, 2024) 20 Total
* 8U - (age of player as of January 1, 2024) 20 Total
* I0U - (age of player as of January 1, 2024) 20 Total
* 12U (age of player as of January 1, 2024) 20 Total
* 14U (age of player as of January 1, 2024) 20 Total
* High School (Age as of January 1, 2024): 20 Total
REGISTRATION
Maximum of 120 Teams for this Tournament.
Tournaments can sell out 3-4 weeks early, depending on the time of year.
REGISTRATION INCLUDES 1 AFFL YOUTH TOURNAMENT JERSEY TO BE WORN DURING BRACKET PLAY
Team registration is first come, first served.
5 vs 5: $500 / Team (Includes 3 Coaches)
* Early Registration: $500 per team ($150 deposit secures your spot!) (Ends February 22, 2024)
* Regular Registration: $600 per team (February 23 to April 10, 2024)
* Late Registration: $650 per team (April 10 to April 14, 2024)
7 vs 7: $500 / Team (Includes 3 Coaches)
* Early Registration: $500 per team ($150 deposit secures your spot!) (Ends February 22, 2024)
* Regular Registration: $600 per team (February 23 to April 10, 2024)
* Late Registration: $650 per team (April 10 to April 14, 2024)
* 7 vs 7 Cash Prize $50.00 / team from registration added to total pot
Registrations are non-refundable.
If the event is canceled, we will give you a credit towards any AFFL Youth or Pro event equal to the value of the payment made.
SPECTATORS FEES & ADDITIONAL COSTS
* $10/Person - Kids 5 and under are free
Online and Gate Tickets Available
GAME SCHEDULES
* Game Schedules are typically available on the Tuesday before the tournament
* Log in to your Affl Youth App to see schedules and field numbers
* Field numbers in the app will correspond with flag numbers on the field
FOOTBALLS, FLAGS, & OTHER MERCHANDISE
Footballs in a variety of colors and sizes will be available to purchase
* Official - Size 9 (High School and Pro)
* Youth - Size 7 (12-14 Years Old)
* Junior - Size 6 (8-12 Years Old)
* PeeWee - Size 5 (5-8 Years Old)
* Flags in a variety of solid colors will be available to purchase (belt and a pair of flags included)
* Flag colors may not match the color of players' shorts
* Custom-printed flags will also be available but do not include belts
GENERAL RULES
* Players are prohibited from wearing jewelry (earrings, chains, bracelets)
* Headgear is permitted, but hats with hard bills (snapbacks, fitted or visors)
* Mouthpieces are mandatory
* No professional photography or videography is permitted
* Team coolers are allowed on both days (water and sports drinks only)
* Weapons, drugs, alcohol, smoking (tobacco, vape, marijuana), and chewing tobacco products are PROHIBITED
* Pick up trash on your sidelines and rest areas
* All coaches, players, parents, and spectators are expected to conduct themselves in a positive manner and refrain from unsportsmanlike actions. Fighting, verbal abuse, and threats will not be tolerated and will result in removal from the event and possible suspension from future AFFL Youth Events.
* Participants must complete all eligibility requirements by April 21, 2024, 07:00 PM Eastern
* Players age will be based on the age that they will be on Jan 01, 2024
* Registration ends April 14, 2024, at 11:59 AM
CONTACT
General Email: [email protected]
Eduardo Rios, VP of Operations: [email protected]
MEDIA
For media inquiries, contact [email protected]