Spring 2024 FAQ’s
7v7 Divisions:
3rd Grade (As of September 1, 2023) *3rd & 4th grade may be a combined division*
4th grade (As of September 1, 2023) *3rd & 4th grade may be a combined division*
5th grade (As of September 1, 2023) *5th & 6th grade may be a combined division*
6th grade (As of September 1, 2023) *5th & 6th grade may be a combined division*
7th grade (As of September 1, 2023) *7th & 8th grade may be a combine division*
8th grade (As of September 1, 2023) *7th & 8th grade may be a combine division*
Freshman & JV (Current 9th & 10th graders only; As of September 1, 2023)
High School Division (Open HS Division 9th, 10th & 11th grade only; As of September 1, 2022)
*Please note, divisions will close once the 10 team limit is reached. Also, players can play up into higher division, but can not play down*
Commonly asked questions:
How do I register my team for the Battle for Central Texas III?
Please visit the link below to register your team today.
https://www.zortssports.com/join/league/15721
Is there a multi-team discount for registering more than one team?
Yes, the discount will be applied at checkout when registering your teams..
Who referees your 7v7 games?
Each game is officiated by two TASO (Texas Association of Sports Officials). Please note, several of our TASO officials also officiate college football games.
Are Qb tees provide by PFA?
Yes, QB tees are provided, but teams can elect to use a center instead.
How many games are played each Sunday?
Each team will play two 25 minute games each Sunday during pool play games week’s 1-5.
Below is a complete breakout of the ‘24 spring season:
Sunday, March 24th-Week 1 Pool play
Sunday, April 7th-Week 2 Pool play
Sunday, April 14th-Week 3 Pool play
Sunday, April 21st-Week 4 Pool play
Sunday, April 28th-Week 5 Pool Play
Sunday, May 5th-End of season tournament
Winners of the end of the season tournament will receive:
*Team championship trophy
*Championship rings for each registered participant
(New this year) Winners of our Pflugerville Football Academy pre-season 7v7 Texas Shootout will receive the following:
*Team Championship Trophy
*A paid entry into the Battle for Central Texas III (Refund if team is registered ahead of the PFA Texas Shootout) or paid entry into the DR7 National Championship “The Crown” on Saturday, April 13th & 14th in Dallas, Texas*
*Teams would be responsible for travel to and from the DR7 National Championship*
Please note, missed games would be spread out over the course of the 5 week season
Can my team or organization purchase picture or video packages from your digital team?
Yes, please email us at contact@pflugervillefootballacademy to learn more about packages and pricing.
Where are games played?
All games will be played on turf fields & in Pflugerville, Texas.
What is the team price for your 7v7 league?
The team price is $1,425.
This breaks out to $95 per player for a team of 15.
Does the Pflugerville Football Academy offer scholarships to teams/players who are in need?
Yes, please visit the link below to learn more.
https://www.pflugervillefootballacademy.com/apply-for-scholarship
Is there medical staff on site to assist with injuries?
Yes, Texas Sports Physical Therapists will be on site to attend to any injuries that may occur.
Is there a uniform requirement to play in this 7v7 league?
Yes, personal jerseys or basketball-type sleeveless shirts are permitted. We recommend having numbers on the back of jerseys.
It’s recommended to have two jerseys, but it’s not mandated-i.e., white/dark jersey/t-shirt.
Teams are responsible for providing their own soft shell helmets & uniforms for league play
Can PFA assist with uniform orders-i.e., Compression Jersey’s with numbers & shorts?
Yes, please email us at contact@pflugervillefootballacademy.com and we can connect you with one of our partners.
What are the equipment requirements?
Team uniform, mouthpiece & soft shell helmets are mandatory.
What is the required ball size by division?
3rd-4th- Wilson K2 or TDJ Size ball
5th-6th- TDJ/TDY
7th-8th TDY/HS
9th-HS Standard HS Size *No White Ball allowed*
Are coaches allowed on the field during offensive possessions?
3rd-4th is the only division where we’ll allow a coach (1) on the field during offensive possessions.
Where can I view the rules?
https://www.pflugervillefootballacademy.com/7v7-rules
Are teams required to be from the same school or school district in order to form a team?
No, our league allows open team rosters, so you’re able to assemble a team as long as the players fall within the same grade/division. Please note, players can not play on multiple teams.
Can individual/free agent players register?
Yes, please visit https://www.zortssports.com/join/league/15756 to join the free agent waitlist.
How long are the games?
All games are 25-minutes without halftime or time-outs. The only reason a game will be stopped is due to an injury. Note, all games on each field will stop until player(s) can be removed as soon as safety dictates.
What happens if a team arrives late to a game or does not have enough players to participate?
If a team arrives late, they will begin play with whatever time is left on the game clock. A forfeit will occur after 10 minutes if a team is not present. Please note, after two forfeits due to not arriving on time, or not having enough players to field a team will result in your team being removed from league play immediately.
How will you ensure teams are playing within the correct division?
Each Registered player must have a Gold Zorts Player Eligibility Card. (Card is good for 12 months).
Why does PFA use Zorts?
Protects the integrity of our league
Eliminates eligibility disputes
Streamlined document uploading for parents (once a year)
Cut Check-In times by over 75%
Web, Tablet, iPhone, Android compatible
All documents verified by our Zorts Team with our National database of youth & HS athletes Zorts Sports, the ultimate FREE all-in-one sports management solution app for sports leagues, tournaments, and camps has added the Zorts Player Card to our platform. Good for 12 months, the Zorts Player Card gives peace of mind to parents, coaches, as well as league and tournament administrators.
The card is good for 1 full year and can be used for all tournaments/leagues on the Zorts Platform.
For information or questions, parents please call 702-686-0446 or email Zorts at info@zortssports.com
If a player is ever deemed ineligible via Zorts & playing on a team, the player and team will be removed from league play immediately
If I have questions the day of my teams games, who do I contact onsite?
Please visit our PFA booth, or look for the field marshal who’s covering your field.
When are scores updated?
All scores are updated within 24 hours of completion of all games.
Will there be a meeting prior to the season starting?
Yes, we’ll host a coach & referee meeting ahead of the season. This meeting is highly recommended to ensure your team is prepared for the upcoming season-i.e., Detailed rule review
Can my team/organization have our own media team on the field of play?
Yes, but the individual(s) would require approval and would be required to sign a waiver.
Please email, contact@pflugervillefootballacademy.com for media approval
What happens if there is a weather delay or cancelation?
If there is a weather delay, PFA will send out an email & text alerts to all coaches as soon as possible so they are able to cascade the information onto their teams.
If a game-day is canceled due to weather during the first three weeks of the season, games will be rescheduled for the following week, each team playing 4 games. If a game-day is canceled due to weather after the first three weeks of the season, games will not be made up as a way to stay on schedule. This does not apply to the end of the season tournament.