WINTER CLASSIC 2025-26
Football (7v7), Football (Flag) League - December 14 to February 22, 2026
Key Information
Cost
- $1,199.94 USD per team
- Players must have an active ZortsID
- Coaching roles must have an active ZortsID for Coaches
- Players age will be based on the age that they will be on Jan 01, 2026
- Registration ends Feb 22, 2026 @ 12:00 AM
Required Background Checks
- Club Admin, Coach, Asst. Coach, Team Manager : Basic Package $18.00 USD
- Partnering with Protect Youth Sports
Contact
Date(s)
December 14
to
February 22, 2026
Location
Orange County, CA, USA
Description
Season Length: 8 weeks
Gameplay: 25-minute running clock
Opening Day: Full-field 7v7 showcase (boys & girls)
Mid-Season: Weekly divisional matchups (Sundays primarily)
Playoffs/Championship: Full-field 7v7 format
Divisions: 12U, 14U, JV , Varsity (Boys) + Varsity (Girls)
RULES + REGULATIONS
Women’s 7v7 – 2025 CIF Format
Field Size: 40 yards wide x 80 yards long
Clock: 25-minute running clock
4 downs to score,
No-run zone eliminated: The previous "no-run zone" rule, which required teams to pass the ball
within 5 yards of the goal line, has been eliminated. Offenses can now run the ball from anywhere
on the field.
Defensive rushers: Defensive players must now line up just 1 yard off the line of scrimmage,
instead of the previous 7-yard distance. CIF has directed officials to strictly enforce the "no
contact" rule to adapt to this change.
Quarterback rushes: There is no limit on the number of times a quarterback can rush the ball
during a drive.
Punting introduced: An option to "punt" is now included. Teams can declare a punt on fourth
down, and the ball will be advanced to the opposing team's 20-yard line without an actual kick
Illegal contact: The CIF emphasizes a zero-tolerance policy for contact, including what might be
considered "incidental contact.
" Any contact will be called a foul.
Blocker: Legal no contact screen only
Scoring: 6 points per touchdown, 1-point PAT from 5 yards, 2- point from 10 yards
Men’s / Boys’ 7v7 Format
Standard 40-yard competitive field
25-minute running clock
4-down format, one hand touch, no blitz unless specified
CIF officiating compliance
Certified referees for all games
LOCATION: ORANGE COUNTY, CA
Sport
Football (7v7), Football (Flag)
Divisions
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Girl's Football (Flag) 12U GIRLS
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Girl's Football (Flag) 14U MIDDLE SCHOOL- GIRLS
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Girl's Football (Flag) HIGH SCHOOL VARSITY FLAG- GIRLS SUB A VARSITY/ ELITE
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Girl's Football (Flag) HIGH SCHOOL VARSITY FLAG- GIRLS SUB B JV/ DEVELOPMENT
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Boy's Football (7v7) 12U 7 V 7 BOYS
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Boy's Football (7v7) MIDDLE SCHOOL 7 V 7: BOYS
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Boy's Football (7v7) HIGH SCHOOL VARSITY: BOYS 7 V 7 SUB A VARSITY, ELITE
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Boy's Football (7v7) HIGH SCHOOL VARSITY: BOYS 7 V 7 SUB B JV, DEVELOPMENT
Constraints
- Players may only play for a single team
