RIVER BANDIT INVITATIONAL
Event Details
The inaugural River Bandit Invitational will be held at Elite Training Academy in Baton Rouge, Louisiana! This is a two-day tournament on May 9th and 10th 2026. This event is open to multiple age divisions, including 6U,7U,8U,9U,10U,11U,12U,13U and 14U for Boys, and 12U, 14U and High School Girls.
Venue Address
📍 Elite Training Academy
🏟 5414 Burbank Dr Baton Rouge, LA 70820
1 mile away from LSU’s Campus!
LSU Tiger Stadium Tour
We are excited to announce that there will be a designated time when all athletes and parents will be able to go to Tiger Stadium to take pictures on the field and tour the historic stadium!
More information about the exact time will be released closer to the event!
Tournament Format
- Pool Play – Saturday: Each team will play three games. (Games expected to begin at 9:00 AM.)
- Single-Elimination Bracket Play – Sunday: Teams will compete in playoff games to determine the champions. (Games expected to begin at 9:00 AM)
- Game Guarantee: Minimum of four games per team (three pool play games + at least one Sunday game).
- Rules: NFL FLAG Rules (5v5) will be enforced throughout the tournament.
- Age Cutoff: Players' age as of August 1, 2025, determines eligibility.
- Facility: All games will be played at Elite Training Academy. 8 full NFL Flag fields outdoors, and 1 Indoor field that will be utilized for championship games!
Registration & Fees
- Regular Registration: $300 per team (Registration closes May 6th, 2026)
- No Ref Payments Required
- Multiple team discounts!
- 3+ teams – 10% total order
- 5+ teams – 15% total order
- 7+ teams – 20% total order
- 10+ teams – 25% total order
Eligibility & Requirements
- Zorts Card Required: All players and coaches must have a valid Zorts Card to participate.
- Elite Training Academy Waiver: All players and coaches are required to sign Elite Training Academy’s Waiver to participate
- Roster Rules: Players are only allowed on one team for one age division. Athletes may NOT participate on multiple teams, no exceptions.
Team Check-In Information
📍 Location: Elite Training Academy
📅 Date: Saturday, May 9th 2026
⏰ Check In Start Time: 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Teams must check in at a minimum of 30 minutes before their first games.
Failure to arrive 30 minutes before your first game may result in disqualification.
Important Notes:
- Please arrive on time to ensure a smooth check-in process.
Awards & Prizes
🏆 Championship Rings – 12 per team
📸 Team Photo – Featured on the River Bandits social media
Contact Information
📧 Email: Daniel@elitetrainingacademybr.com
📞 Phone: (985) 276-7565
Sport
Football (5v5 Flag)
Gate and Admission
Athletes and Coaches:
Athletes: No admission charges for athletes
Coaches: Only two (2) coaches per team will be given free admission to the tournament.
Parents and Spectators:
Two-Day Pass: Parents and Spectators will be able to purchase a two-day pass for $25. (Any lost wristband will be a $10 charge)
Single-Day Pass: One day passes will also be available for $15 each!
No parking fees!
