Run the round

How to play Clean Flag-Pull Ladder

Step 1

Complete six equal runner-and-defender reps across three flag-pull rungs; every valid rep awards exactly one point.

Step 2

Judge the flag result against the scoring rule before anyone resets.

Step 3

Reset the flag setup, rotate evenly, and stop at the agreed finish condition.

Guide details

Run it cleanly

Scoring

How the result works

4-12 adults compete as individuals in matched pairs, taking one runner and one defender rep at walking straight, controlled jog straight, and controlled one-cut rungs.

Example: Complete six equal runner-and-defender reps across three flag-pull rungs; every valid rep awards exactly one point.

Host tip

Keep it clean

Starting the next flag attempt before the field and retrieval lane are clear.

Safety: No tackling, holding, stripping, blocking, screening, diving, charging, or running through the runner. The play is dead at a legal flag pull. Any body contact is a no-count replay after recovery and cannot benefit either participant.

Best for

Who it fits

4-12 who want a 15-30 min round.

Energy

Pace

High

Board Flag Football + Touch Football

Category Flag Football

Best for 4-12 who want a 15-30 min round.

Players 4-12

Time 15-30 min

Gear Football, flag belt, and cones.

Space Open field with marked boundaries

Energy High

Setup Mark one wide 10-yard lane with start and end lines. Prepare three rungs: walking straight, controlled jogging straight, and controlled jogging with one cone cut. Pair participants. Every pair completes six valid reps so each person runs once and defends once at every rung.

Twist it

Variations to try

Quick mode: play one short timer round, record the result, then decide rematch or switch.
Team mode: split into two teams and rotate turns so mixed skill stays playable.

Moment fit

Use it in these hubs

Clean Flag-Pull Ladder also fits these setup-first pages when the group starts from the situation instead of the board.

Backyard games

Group share

Send the setup

We're playing Clean Flag-Pull Ladder from Studboards. Clean Flag-Pull Ladder: Complete six equal runner-and-defender reps across three flag-pull rungs; every valid rep awards exactly one point. Fits: Players: 4-12 | Time: 15-30 min | Gear: Football, flag belt, and cones. Safety: No tackling, holding, stripping, blocking, screening, diving, charging, or running through the runner. The play is dead at a legal flag pull. Any body contact is a no-count replay after recovery and cannot benefit either participant. View Idea: https://www.studboards.com/sports/flag-football-touch-football/flag-football-touch-football-flag-football-clean-contact-ladder.html

Clean Flag-Pull Ladder

Quick start.