Kingsport hosting Candy Bowl flag football tournament

Time to build a team and hit the gridiron! Kingsport Parks and Recreation is once again hosting a special Candy Bowl adult flag football tournament this fall.

The one-day event will take place on Saturday, October 24 at the Jack Pierce, Sr. Field at Riverview Park. Kickoff begins at 10 a.m. and games will continue until 5 p.m.

The cost is $150 per team; each team is limited to 10 players and only 8 teams will be accepted. All players must be at least 16 years of age to participate and anyone under the age of 18 must have a parent’s consent to play.

The double-elimination tournament will include 8 teams and the 5 vs 5 games will have two, 20-minute halves. Kingsport Parks and Recreation will hold a blind draw on Facebook Live at 1 p.m. on October 20 to determine the initial matchups.

“Since we’re in the midst of football season, what better time than now to hold a flag football tournament for the community,” said Program Administrator Jason Wilburn. “So, round up your football buddies, sign up and see if you can claim victory in the Candy Bowl.”

To register, visit https://bit.ly/4xNp3tP. You can also click on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on the “CivicRec” link, then search for “candy bowl” in the search bar.

For information about other programs, activities and classes offered by Kingsport Parks and Recreation, please visit www.kingsportparksandrecreation.org.