Rankings Reveal State‑by‑State Shifts
The newest USA TODAY Sports Super 25 girls flag football rankings have just been unveiled, offering a snapshot of how the recent state championships have reshaped the national picture. The list, compiled by a USA TODAY Network selection committee in partnership with the NFL, now reflects the ripple effects of tournament play across the country.
Florida’s state tournaments proved especially influential, with the top ten teams seeing a shake‑up that saw traditional powerhouses maintain their spots while a few newcomers broke through. Seminole Ridge from Loxahatchee, FL, holds the No. 1 position with a 20‑2 record, followed closely by Robinson of Tampa at No. 2 (21‑1), Edison of Miami at No. 3 (19‑1), Park Vista of Lake Worth at No. 4 (19‑1), and Northwestern of Miami at No. 5 (18‑3).
Among the most notable movers are Mt. Juliet from Tennessee, which entered the rankings after a hard‑fought 2A state title game against Ravenwood, and Nordonia from Ohio, the inaugural champion of the state’s first flag football tournament. Both programs cracked the Top 25, with Mt. Juliet sitting at No. 25 and Nordonia appearing on the watch list, underscoring the growing competitiveness of the sport beyond traditional hotbeds.
How the Rankings Are Built
The selection committee weighs a blend of factors when assigning each team its spot. Past season results, carryover performance into the current year, projected 2026 records, and a team’s placement within its own state rankings all feed into the algorithm. This composite approach is designed to reward consistent excellence while also recognizing emerging programs that have made deep runs in their state championships.
Beyond the top ten, several other Florida teams remain in the mix, including Alonso of Tampa at No. 6, St. Thomas Aquinas of Fort Lauderdale at No. 7, Chiles of Tallahassee at No. 8, and Ponte Vedra of Ponte Vedra at No. 9. The list also extends to teams from Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, and even as far north as Washington, reflecting the sport’s expanding footprint. As the season progresses, the rankings will continue to evolve, promising more twists and turns for fans tracking the Super 25.