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Golden State Games - Football (ML FLAG 6v6)

Football (Flag) Tournament - January 16 to January 18, 2026

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Key Information

Cost

$525.00 USD per team
Athletes must have an active ZortsID
Coaching roles must have an active ZortsID for Coaches
Participants must complete all eligibiity requirements by Jan 09, 2026 12:00 AM PST or incur a $10.00 USD late fee
Athlete's age will be based on the age that they will be on Aug 01, 2025
Registration ends Jan 2, 2026 @ 12:00 AM

Contact

Date(s)

January 16 to January 18, 2026

Location

Great Park, Great Park Boulevard, Irvine, CA, USA

Description

NO SPECTATOR FEES

This January, the stage is set. A new kind of weekend is coming to California. The Golden State Games is a multi-sport event, with football taking center stage. Blending high-level football competition with the energy of a community sports festival, the Golden State Games is a celebration of sport in all its forms. Beyond the gridiron, athletes and families will find activities and opportunities that showcase the wider world of youth sports, making it a destination event for all.

Set against the backdrop of Southern California’s premier sports venue, the Great Park in Irvine, the Golden State Games brings together teams, families, and fans from across the state and beyond. With its combination of competitive play, and a true festival atmosphere, the event offers something for everyone making MLK Weekend not just about the games, but about the experience.

The Football Stage Just Got Bigger

While the Golden State Games celebrates multiple sports, football is the heartbeat of the weekend. The event is built around delivering elite football competition, creating a platform where athletes and teams can test themselves, showcase their skills, and compete on one of the biggest stages in California.The Golden State Games brings together the best in 5v5, 6v6, 7v7 flag, and 7v7 football, with divisions for boys, girls, and women’s college athletes. Multiple competition tiers ensure that every matchup is meaningful, whether you’re a rising youth team, a competitive club program, or a collegiate squad.

Designed to balance development, exposure, and high-level play, the event gives athletes the chance to:

Compete against top teams from across California and beyond
Showcase their skills in front of evaluators and media
Prepare for the next stage of their athletic journey

On the field, the Golden State Games is built to deliver the premier football experience of MLK Weekend.

Sport

Coed Football (Flag)

Divisions

1st-2nd Grade (6v6 Flag)
- Matt Leinart Flag League Teams ONLY!
- Min Athletes: 7
- Max Athletes: 12
3rd-4th Grade (6v6 Flag)
- Matt Leinart Flag League Teams ONLY!
- Min Athletes: 7
- Max Athletes: 12
5th-6th Grade (6v6 Flag)
- Matt Leinart Flag League Teams ONLY!
- Min Athletes: 7
- Max Athletes: 12
7th-8th Grade (6v6 Flag)
- Matt Leinart Flag League Teams ONLY!
- Min Athletes: 7
- Max Athletes: 12