KJ Day: Football Tournament 2027
A 3v3 flag football tournament (1 QB + 2 WR/DB) where registered football participants earn an opportunity to compete in the 1-on-1 WR vs. DB competition — all promoting peace, unity, mentorship, remembrance, and positive engagement.
Save the date: August 1, 2027 · Time & location to be announced.
Every dollar from KJ Day goes toward The Promised Land — our first Youth Development Center.
Countdown to August 1, 2027 · Time TBD
What Is KJ Day?
Created in memory of KJ, KJ Day brings Milwaukee together around remembrance, community unity, youth sports, mentorship, and peace. It honors a life while creating positive outlets where young people and families can connect, belong, and build hope together.
We acknowledge Pathfinders as a participating community partner and thank the community for standing with our youth.
Planned KJ Day 2027: Sunday, August 1, 2027 · Time and location TBD.
KJ Day 2026 Gallery
Moments of remembrance, play, mentorship and unity from KJ Day 2026 at Smith Park, with our participating community partner Pathfinders. Tap any photo to enlarge it.
Registration for 2027 is open
Planned for Sunday, August 1, 2027. Time and location are to be confirmed. Registration availability follows the current event settings.
3v3 Flag Football
Format: 1 QB + 2 WR/DB
Max 5 players per team: 1 QB, 2 WR, 2 DB.
Registered individual players are placed on a team on-site during check-in.
Free to participate.
Players & Teams
Join the 3v3 flag football (1 QB + 2 WR/DB). Registered individual players are placed on a team on-site. Free to participate.
1v1 WR vs. DB Competition
Registered football participants will have an opportunity to compete in the 1-on-1 WR vs. DB competition before the championship game. Participation will depend on attendance and available matchups.
Moment of Remembrance
KJ Day was created in memory of KJ and as a commitment to peace, unity, mentorship, and positive opportunities for young people. During the event, we will pause together for a brief moment of remembrance honoring KJ's life and the purpose behind this community gathering.
Play Kickball — Free
Join the community kickball game — free to play and fun for all ages.
Sponsor KJ Day
Put your brand behind KJ Day and help us build a safer future for our youth.