Football
From unique programming and private training to leagues and camps, take your football talents to the next level at The St. James.
The St. James Difference
Whether you're looking for spirited competition or pursuing dreams of going pro, The St. James sports complex in Springfield, VA is your premier destination for football development, offering:
- Intensive camps featuring instruction from the country's premier coaches and former NFL players
- Football-centric strength, conditioning and safety programs
- Combine training for serious high school and college athletes, including collegiate/pro recruiting exposure
- Fun, instructional league play and tournaments for all levels, including co-ed flag football and youth rec football leagues
STJ Academy
We are pleased to announce that Darryl Overton, one of the leading high school football coaches in the country, has been named Director of Football at The St. James and the Head Football Coach of The St. James Performance Academy.
Overton will lead The St. James’s comprehensive football training, competition, and events offerings. He will also build high school and middle school football teams, marking the first scholastic teams for The St. James Performance Academy. Don’t miss your chance to try out for The St. James Performance Academy Football Teams.
Parents and prospective student-athletes are invited to our Football Evaluation Day and Open House, where you can meet Coach Overton and the Academy leadership team and learn more about our tailored learning experience on Sunday, March 9th.
Football Camps
STJ Flag Football Summer Camp
The St. James Flag Football Camp offers an energetic environment where players of all skill levels can build their football fundamentals. Through drills and scrimmages, campers will work on passing, catching, and defending techniques while exploring different positions on the field. Led by experienced coaches, participants will receive personalized feedback to improve both offensive and defensive strategies.
Ages
8 - 13
Schedule
Monday to Thursday | 9 AM - 3 PM
School's Out Day Camps
We know how difficult it is to find suitable care for your children on student holidays. The St. James has you covered with our new Ultimate Sports & Adventure Day Camp! A wide range of sports and activities, your child will get to explore lots of new games and adventures. Campers will have the chance to compete in our fieldhouse, try out their skills in our courthouse, and explore their digital and creative side in our Super Awesome & Amazing facility.
Ages
5 - 13
Schedule
- 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
- Extended Day | 7:30 AM-6:00 PM
Football Leagues
NFL Youth Flag Spring League
The St. James is an official NFL Flag Football program. We offer flag football to boys and girls between the grades of Pre-K - 8th Grade. It's a fast paced game in a non-contact environment where you can teach not only the fundamentals and of football, but at the same time, perseverance, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
- Practices and Games held on Sundays in a 5 vs. 5 non-contact, recreational, co-ed format.
- Practices take place one hour prior to game time each week to ensure a convenient and fun experience for all! (Ex: Team Practice at 10:30AM and Team Game at 11:30AM)
Divisions:
Pre K – 1st Grade: Lombardi Division
2nd – 3rd Grade: Shula Division
4th – 5th Grade: Madden Division
6th – 8th Grade: All-Madden Division
Ages
Co-Ed, Pre-K to 8th Grade Divisions
Schedule
- Sunday, March 30th - First Practice
- Sundays, April 13th - June 8th
Events
Performance Academy Football Evaluations & Open House
Join Us for The St. James Performance Academy Football Evaluations! All 7th-11th grade football athletes are invited to attend! Don’t miss your chance to try out for The St. James Performance Academy’s Varsity Football Team, coached by the legendary Darryl Overton.
Ages
Rising 7th - 11th Grade
Schedule
- Sunday, March 9th
- Rising 9th - 11th Grade | 2:30 PM-4:30 PM
- Rising 7th & 8th Grade | 5:00 PM-6:30 PM
Sunset Showdown Youth Flag Football Tournament
The St. James will host the Sunset Showdown Youth Indoor Flag Football Tournament on Saturday, June 14th. Gather your team and compete at The St. James Indoor Fieldhouse where the Sun is always Set!
Ages
U8 thru U14 Divisions
Schedule
Saturday, June 14th
Meet Our Football Coaches
Darryl Overton
Director of Football
Get in Touch
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