What Do Girls
Wear to Play?
Team jersey tucked in, pocketless shorts or leggings, a flag belt, a mouthguard, and non-metal cleats. No jewelry, no belt loops, no exposed drawstrings — anything a defender's hand can catch instead of a flag is out. There are no pads or helmets in flag football, so a new player's day-one shopping list is short: cleats, mouthguard, and a pair of pocketless shorts.
What Size Football Is Used?
Youth-size football
High school girls flag football is played with a youth-size ball rather than a full-size tackle football — it is easier to grip, throw, and catch one-handed at speed. Ball specifications are set by the NFHS flag football rules and adopted by CIF, so confirm the current spec for the season before buying a personal ball.
You do not need to buy a ball — the program supplies game and practice balls. If a quarterback or receiver wants one for offseason throwing, match the youth size the team uses so the grip carries over. Coach Cochran can confirm the exact model the Wolves throw.
NFHS flag football rulesEssential Gear
Cleats or turf shoes
Player providesMolded, non-metal cleats are the standard for grass and turf. Soccer, football, or lacrosse cleats all work — metal spikes are not allowed. Many players keep a pair of turf trainers for practice.
Mouthguard
Player providesBring a mouthguard to every practice and game, plus a spare in your bag. Boil-and-bite guards are inexpensive and fine; keep it clean and replace it when it gets chewed up.
Shorts or pants — no pockets
Player providesPockets, belt loops, and exposed drawstrings can catch a flag and are not permitted. Choose pocketless athletic shorts or leggings that sit above the flag belt.
Flag belt
Program providesGame flag belts are issued for competition so the whole team is uniform. Buying a practice set is optional but useful if you want to work on pulls at home.
Game jersey
Program providesJerseys are issued and must be tucked in so the flags hang free. Bring a plain practice tee for daily workouts.
Football
Program providesGame and practice balls are provided. A youth-size ball is the standard for high school girls flag football — see the ball-size section below before buying your own.
Optional Extras
Receiver gloves
Player providesPopular with receivers and rushers, especially in cold or wet weather. Any tacky receiver glove that fits snugly is fine.
Compression layers
Player providesLong-sleeve compression tops and leggings help in early-morning summer sessions and November playoff weather.
Water bottle
Player providesLabel your own bottle and bring it full. Summer camp sessions in Danville regularly run in triple-digit heat.
Eye black, headbands, hair ties
Player providesFine to wear. Hard, sharp, or unyielding items and jewelry are not permitted — leave earrings and bracelets at home rather than taping them.
What to Pack
Ask Before You Buy
If you are unsure whether a piece of gear is legal or needed, check with the coaching staff first — the program already provides most of it.