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The Ohio High School Athletic Association will officially recognize girls flag football beginning in the 2027 season, expanding the sport to 162 programs statewide and positioning Ohio as the 23rd state to adopt the fast‑growing discipline.
The Ohio High School Athletic Association has officially recognized girls flag football, bringing the total to 29 sanctioned sports and setting the stage for a 2026‑27 season that aligns with a national push toward Olympic inclusion.
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.