WINDY CITY CLASSIC TOURNAMENT

🏈 FALL 2026 WINDY CITY FALL CLASSIC TOURNAMENT

Girls Flag Football Tournament

Sunday, November 8th, 2026 | Skokie Playfields | Winnetka, Illinois

Get ready for an exciting day of girls flag football as the Northern Illinois Youth Flag Football League (NIYFFL) hosts the Windy City Fall Classic!

We're bringing together teams from across Chicagoland and beyond for a competitive, action-packed day of 7v7 girls flag football. Whether you're a recreational league team, competitive club, or independent organization, all teams are welcome!

Come ready to compete, showcase your skills, and battle for the title of Windy City Fall Classic Champion!

🏈 Tournament Details

• Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026
• Location: 540 Hibbard Rd. Skokie Playfields, Winnetka, IL
• Format: 7v7 Girls Flag Football
• Open To: ALL teams and organizations
• Team Rosters: Minimum 7, maximum 14 players
• Game Guarantee: Minimum 3 games per team
• Tournament Format: Pool Play followed by Single-Elimination Championship Brackets

🏆 Tournament Format

• All teams will participate in pool play, with a minimum of three games guaranteed.
• 3 Pool play with Single Elimination Playoffs
• Division winners receive Championship rings

👟 Age Divisions

• 10U – Players age 10 or younger
• 12U – Players age 12 or younger
• 14U – Players age 14 or younger
• Age Cutoff: August 1, 2026. A player's age on this date determines division eligibility.

Players may only participate on one team during the tournament.

📋 Team & Player Requirements

• All teams must register in advance.
• Each team must have a minimum of 7 players.
• Maximum roster size is 14 players.
• Players must meet their division's age eligibility requirements.
• All teams must provide their own uniforms or matching team jerseys and mouthguards.
• Coaches and players must complete all required registration forms and waivers.
• Equipment: Custom flags are allowed but only traditional smooth poppers may be used.
• Final rosters and registration deadlines will be communicated prior to the tournament.

🥇 Championship Rings

Championship teams will receive tournament awards and the title of NIYFFL Windy City Fall Classic Champions!