ABOUT THE CHALLENGER PROGRAM:

The modified rules of the Pop Warner Challenger Division:

• Challenger Division follows Pop Warner Flag Football Rules with modifications as noted in Rules.
• All children ages 5-18 who are currently enrolled in school with physical or mental disabilities.
• Level of play based on size, age and skill level are recommended where numbers allow.
• Teams must roster a minimum of 10 and no more than 28 players.
• Games are played with a minimum of five (5) players on each side. This can increase as participation numbers increase.
• No score is kept.
• Teams are permitted one (1) game per week.
  
• All players receive equal number of plays.
• Pop Warner recommends team helpers must be a minimum of 13 years of age to assist participants.
• Field may be standard 100 yards or programs may opt to use a 50 yard field.
• Team Jerseys and flags provided for every participant.
• Insurance for the Challenger Teams is the same as Pop Warner Flag Football teams.
• One Coach permitted on the field at all times.
• Teams play two 25 minute half’s with a running clock.

Challenger Division Structure:

• Challenger Divisions may be formed in current existing Pop Warner Leagues.
• Challenger Leagues may be Chartered if no current Pop Warner League exists.
• Challenger Leagues must field complete standard Charter Application and submit required forms, boundaries, by-laws & articles of incorporation.