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The VC Safety Standard

Player Safety

Player health is the foundation of our program. Our standard is simple: every athlete who steps on our field leaves in the same condition they arrived — physically and mentally.

We require approved protective gear for every athlete because we reject the notion that safety equipment is optional. Making the game safer for our kids comes first — before wins, before highlights, before everything.

Our Approach

How We Protect Every Athlete

01

Required Gamebreaker Headgear

Every athlete wears an approved Gamebreaker soft-shell helmet — a 4-level safety-rated headguard built for flag football. No exceptions.

02

Mandatory Mouthguards

A mouthguard is required for every player before stepping on the field, at every age level.

03

Certified Officials

Structured gameplay is managed by certified officials who enforce the NFL FLAG rulebook and our no-contact standards.

04

Concussion Protocol

Coaches follow CDC concussion guidelines and Return-to-Play (RTP) procedures, so any head impact is taken seriously.

05

Codes of Conduct

Every coach and parent agrees to our Codes of Conduct — a safe, positive sideline is part of player safety, too.

06

Secondary Insurance

Adult divisions include secondary insurance, and all games are run under official NFL FLAG / RCX Sports standards.

Gear requirements are enforced at check-in. Athletes without a mouthguard and approved headgear cannot take the field.

Stronger Together

Our Safety Partners

Official Soft-Shell Headgear

GameBreaker

GameBreaker soft-shell headguards carry a 4-level safety rating and are required for every NFL Flag VC athlete. A league discount code is provided during registration so every family can gear up affordably.

Community Health Partner

Simi’s Spine & Wellness

A local Ventura County health partner supporting our athletes and families — part of a community of sponsors who help keep the game safe and accessible.