About KSA Flag Football
Flag football is a non-contact, 5-on-5 variation of American football where the defensive team must pull a flag from the ball carrier's belt to end the play. It's fast, strategic, and accessible — open to men and women of all ages and athletic backgrounds. With its inclusion as an official sport in the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, flag football is one of the fastest-growing sports in the world.
KSA Flag Football (KSAFF) has grown into a community of over 130 players across 14 teams in 3 regions — the Western Region (Jeddah, ~60 players across 6 teams), the Central Region (Riyadh, ~50 players across 6 teams), and the Eastern Region (Dammam & Dhahran, ~20 players across 2 teams). Our players range from ages 16 to 45+ and represent over 10 nationalities, making KSAFF one of the most diverse sporting communities in the Kingdom.
From weekly practices and local leagues to international tournaments in Abu Dhabi, Barcelona, Cairo, and Dubai, KSAFF is building a complete flag football ecosystem — including the first women's team in Saudi Arabia, established in 2025 in collaboration with TeamUp Academy.
Our Journey
What started in 2012 with a single American football team in Jeddah has grown into a nationwide movement. Over more than a decade, KSAFF has expanded from local pickup games to organized leagues, international tournaments, and the first women's team in the Kingdom — all building toward the 2028 Olympic Games.
Establishing the first American Football team in KSA — the Jeddah Jaws.
Jeddah Jaws competing in the first American Football game in Kuwait.
Organizing the first Flag Football tournament in Jeddah, KSA.
Representing Saudi Arabia in the IFAF Flag Football Asian Cup in Vietnam.
Organizing the first annual Ramadan Flag Football tournament in Jeddah, KSA.
Participating in the Xflag Tournament in Dubai, UAE.
Participating in the Oasis Flag Football Cup in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Participating in the Play Flag Football UAE tournament in Dubai, UAE.
Establishing the first Saudi Flag Football League with 8 teams between Jeddah, KAEC, KAUST, and Riyadh.
Participating in the ANFC Flag Football Cup in Cairo, Egypt.
Establishing the first Women's Flag Football team in Jeddah, KSA.
First place in the Masters World Bowl tournament in Barcelona, Spain.
Participating in the Dubai Bowl Tournament in Dubai, UAE.
Road to the 2028 Olympics
Flag football will make its Olympic debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Games. KSAFF is preparing Saudi athletes to compete at the highest level, with a clear roadmap for national team development and international qualification.
Achieve official recognition from the Saudi Arabian Olympic Committee and establish KSAFF as the national governing body for flag football.
Build an integrated ecosystem of leagues, coaching programs, and referee development to raise the level of competition across the Kingdom.
Secure full membership in IFAF (International Federation of American Football) and participate in continental and world championship events.