Women's Flag Football National Invitational

National Championship Host Manual & Style Guide  

Event Name:

NAIA Women's Flag Football National Invitational

Seeking Site For:

2027 & 2028

Bid Deadline:

August 1, 2026

Bid Packet:

Completed bid packets can be sent to Samantha Walker.

Rights Fee:

$3,000

Dates:

May 5-8, 2027

May 10-13, 2028

Days of the Week:

Wednesday-Saturday

Number of Teams/Format:

Eight Team - The tournament is a double-elimination format. 4 games on Wednesday, 6 games on Thursday, 3 games on Friday, and 1 or 2 game Championship on Saturday. 

Estimated Number
of Participants & Fans:

225 players, coaches, & staff
500-1,000 fans over the duration

Facility Requirements:

The facility shall include all facilities and equipment necessary for flag football, including a downmarker, firstdown marker, and endzone pilons for one field, locker rooms, adequate spectator seating of 500, lights, electronic scoreboards, press box area, concession stands, restrooms, meeting rooms, box office, parking lots, sound systems, signs, etc.

Hotel Requirements:

Centralized property(s) capable of accommodating several meetings and an opening event for at least 225 people.

Average Length of Stay:

3-5 nights 

Room Block Needed:

150

Room Rate:

The price range is $119-$149, regardless of room occupancy

Hotel Pre-Registration:

Participants will be responsible for making reservations and paying for rooms directly with the hotel. 

Contact:

Samantha Walker, Championship Sport Manager
(816) 595-8156
swalker@naia.org