Ohio Recognizes Girls Flag Football as Sanctioned Sport
The Ohio High School Athletic Association has officially sanctioned girls flag football for the 2026‑27 school year, marking a major step for gender equity and Olympic inclusion.
Jun 25, 2026
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Ohio High School Athletic Association Sanctions Girls Flag Football
The OHSAA’s recent board decision will add girls flag football as a fully sanctioned sport for the 2026‑27 school year, joining 28 other recognized sports and paving the way for Olympic participation.
Jun 25, 2026
Cleveland Force: The Indoor Soccer Phenomenon That Lit Up 1980s Ohio
An exploration of how the Cleveland Force, a Major Indoor Soccer League franchise, captured the imagination of fans, leveraged pop‑culture branding, and became one of the few league teams to turn a profit.
Jun 24, 2026
Ohio High School Athletic Association Recognizes Girls Flag Football as 29th Sport
The OHSAA's recent decision to sanction girls flag football marks a historic expansion of high school sports, backed by NFL franchises and set to align with the 2028 Olympic Games.
Jun 24, 2026
Ohio Adds Girls Flag Football as Official Sport Ahead of 2028 Olympics
The Ohio High School Athletic Association has recognized girls flag football for the 2026‑2027 school year, joining a growing national movement that now includes 23 state associations and a partnership with the Cleveland Browns, Cincinnati Bengals and the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Jun 24, 2026
Ohio Adds Girls Flag Football as Official Varsity Sport
The Ohio High School Athletic Association has recognized girls flag football as its 29th sport for the 2026‑2027 school year, marking a milestone for student‑athletes and signaling expanding opportunities for female competitors.
Jun 24, 2026
Chagrin Falls Baseball Team’s Remarkable Turnaround Earns Coach and Player of the Year Honors
A look at how the Chagrin Falls baseball team overcame a slow start to capture a district title, with Coach Michael Sweeney honored as Coach of the Year and pitcher Jack Watson named Player of the Year.
Jun 18, 2026
Flag Football’s Surge: From Youth Leagues to Olympic Dreams
The rapid rise of flag football among girls and young athletes is driving new programs, college scholarships, and even Olympic ambitions, as local leagues expand and national bodies eye the sport’s future.
Jun 13, 2026
Allmendinger and Dillon Aim to Shine at Nashville Superspeedway
AJ Allmendinger and Ty Dillon prepare for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Nashville, each backed by distinct sponsors and personal milestones.
May 27, 2026
Anne’s Pantry Returns for 2026 MAC Baseball Championship
The Mid-American Conference announces the continuation of Anne’s Pantry, a charitable program honoring Anne Steinbrecher, with partnerships that will support families in Avon and beyond during the upcoming baseball and softball tournaments.
May 11, 2026