Hard Count Orange County 5v5 Tournament 2027

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Diverse youth flag football players in a SoCal Flag graphic for the Hard Count Orange County boys 5v5 tournament in Santa Ana

Hard Count’s Orange County 5v5 tournament is Jan. 10, 2027 at Valley High School in Santa Ana, with boys and girls team divisions.

Quick Facts

Type / Format
5v5
Who
Boys 6U–14U · Girls 8U–18U
City / Region
Santa Ana · Orange County
Venue
Valley High School
When
Jan 10, 2027
Registration / Cost
$450 per team; $50 non-refundable deposit
Organizer
Hard Count Athletics
Last Updated
Aug 25, 2026

Who It’s For

  • Boys divisions: 6U–14U
  • Girls divisions: 8U–18U

Format & What to Expect

Rules format: NFL FLAG 5v5. Review SoCal Flag’s 5v5 rules guide ↗

  • Girls divisions: 5v5: Girls 8U–18U. Aug. 1, 2026 age cutoff.
  • Boys divisions: 5v5: Boys 6U–14U. Aug. 1, 2026 age cutoff.
  • Age cutoff: August 1, 2026
Hard Count Athletics’ Orange County tournament is a one-day 5v5 team event in Santa Ana that opens the 2027 portion of the organizer’s schedule. The live registration page lists a three-game guarantee—two pool-play games followed by a single-elimination bracket—with every team advancing to playoffs. Published divisions are Boys 6U–14U and Girls 8U–18U, using an Aug. 1, 2026 age cutoff. The organizer lists modified NFL FLAG rules, a 12-player roster maximum and two coaches per team. Division winners receive a half bid to Hard Count’s 2027 National Championship, giving teams a January pathway date after the fall calendar. Confirm division availability, roster requirements and event-day instructions with Hard Count before traveling.

Schedule & Key Dates

  • Event date: Jan 10, 2027
  • Registration deadline: Jan 2, 2027
  • Roster & player-card deadline: Jan 7, 2027

Venue & Location

Valley High School

1801 S Greenville St, Santa Ana, CA 92704

Before Registering

  • Confirm event date, schedule and your team’s availability.
  • Confirm registration deadline: Jan 2, 2027.
  • Confirm the refund and cancellation policy with the organizer.
  • Confirm player card and roster requirements before submitting.
  • Review the organizer’s waiver and any medical authorization requirements.
  • Check hotel booking and travel requirements if your team is traveling.
  • Confirm spectator ticket and credential requirements before game day.

Registration & Cost

  • Entry fee: $450 per team; $50 non-refundable deposit

Last updated Aug 25, 2026. Always confirm dates, fees, and roster requirements directly with the organizer before registering. Suggest an edit.