Region Club
League Structure
How the WFL Works
A modern, fast-paced professional flag football league built for competition, accessibility, and fan engagement.
League Outlook
League Organization
Texas Region Teams
Region Club
Fort Worth-Arlington Pilots
Commissioner Briefing
What's Next
The 2026 season debuts with two teams in the Texas Region competing in the inaugural showcase Summit Bowl.
The 2027 season planned expansion will feature additional teams in Texas, North Carolina, South Carolina, California, and across additional regions.
2026
Inaugural Showcase
Two Texas-region teams open the league at Summit Bowl.
2027
Expansion Plan
Texas, North Carolina, South Carolina, California, and additional regions.
Team Rosters
Each roster is built for speed, versatility, offensive creativity, fast-paced gameplay and two-way impact across the field.
8
Players total
Each team carries eight players total.
5
On the field
Five players are active during gameplay.
3
Substitutes
Three substitutes provide depth and rotation.
Recruitment
Players will be recruited through a local combine held in Fort Worth, with open registration through the WFL website and recruiting platform.
Hundreds of participants are expected.
Fort Worth
Local combine site for the inaugural recruitment process.
Open Registration
Athletes register through the WFL site and recruiting platform.
Hundreds Expected
Wide interest creates a strong initial talent pool.
Game Format
Games follow a streamlined format designed for tournament play.
5-on-5 play
Five players compete on the field at a time.
Two 20-minute halves
A compact game window supports event scheduling.
Running clock
Keeps games efficient and fan-friendly.
Flag pulling
Stops are made by flag removal instead of tackling.
Minimal stoppages
Flow stays high across tournament weekends.
Season Format (2027)
The WFL season will be structured around weekend tournament events, referred to as Blast Tournaments. Each Blast will feature multiple teams playing round-robin style matchups.
Teams gather
Participating teams come together for a single event weekend.
Round-robin games
Multiple matchups create a compact, competitive schedule.
Tournament progression
Results shape standings and event outcomes.
Teams gather
Participating teams arrive for a shared weekend event.
Benefits of the Format
The structure is designed to support athletes, fans, and long-term regional growth.
Reduces travel costs
Weekend clustering keeps participation more accessible.
Festival-style events
Shared weekends create stronger atmosphere and programming.
More teams in one weekend
Fans can see multiple teams and matchups at once.
Regional rivalries
Frequent local competition builds identity and stakes.
Date
July 12, 2026
Location
Pennington Field
1501 Central Drive
Bedford, Texas
Format
Two games (WFL + men’s international exhibition)
Youth skills demonstrations
Entertainment and halftime performances