Girls Flag Football’s Surge Captures College Scholarships and Olympic Dreams
From scholarships to Olympic aspirations, a new generation of female athletes is reshaping flag football in Southern California and beyond.
Jun 9, 2026
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Mark Cuban fuels U.S. Women’s Flag Football ahead of 2028 Olympic debut
Mark Cuban has pledged funding to USA Football to bolster the U.S. Women’s Flag Football National Team as the sport prepares for its Olympic debut in Los Angeles in 2028, a milestone that follows growing state‑level recognition and high‑profile athlete contributions.
Jun 9, 2026
Two Young Flag Football Stars Set for National Showcase
Solano County seventh‑graders Valentino Flores and Prince Berry have earned spots in the inaugural USA Football Stars & States showcase, where they will train with elite coaches and catch the eye of national scouts.
May 29, 2026
USC Upstate to Launch Women’s Flag Football Varsity Program, Hosts Free Showcase
The University of South Carolina‑Upstate, together with the Carolina Panthers and USA Football, will hold a complimentary Women's Flag Football Showcase on June 4, paving the way for the sport’s official varsity status in 2026‑27.
May 28, 2026
Aaron Rodgers fuels U.S. women’s flag football ahead of 2028 Olympics
Rodgers’ contribution to USA Football aligns with a nationwide expansion of flag football, positioning the sport for Olympic debut in Los Angeles and broader high school recognition.
May 27, 2026
Aaron Rodgers Fuels Flag Football’s Olympic Ascent Ahead of 2028 Games
Aaron Rodgers pledges support to USA Football, amplifying flag football’s momentum toward Olympic inclusion while remaining committed to his final NFL season with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
May 27, 2026
Chiefs Distribute 34 Grants to Boost Youth Football and Health Initiatives
The Kansas City Chiefs, together with USA Football and the American Heart Association, have awarded 34 grants to youth football programs and schools throughout the Midwest, aiming to enhance equipment access, promote CPR readiness, and foster wellness among young athletes.
May 27, 2026
Women’s Flag Football Nears NCAA Championship Status Ahead of 2028 Olympics
The NCAA is poised to grant women's flag football full championship status by 2028, a milestone that could precede its Olympic debut in Los Angeles and reshape collegiate athletics.
May 24, 2026
Freshman Lauren Tanner Launches San Diego State’s First Women’s Flag Football Team
Lauren Tanner founded the university’s inaugural women’s flag football group, assembled a roster of 29 players, and now aims to elevate the sport to NCAA status while capitalizing on the rapid rise of flag football nationwide.
May 23, 2026
Mike Brown Appointed First Head Coach of Gardner‑Webb Women’s Flag Football
Gardner‑Webb University announced the hiring of Mike Brown, a 15‑year coaching veteran, as the inaugural head coach of its women's flag football team.
May 22, 2026
Marcel Reece appointed Senior Vice President of Football Strategy & Operations at USA Football
USA Football announced the hiring of Marcel Reece, a former All‑Pro NFL fullback and longtime Raiders executive, to oversee its football operations and Olympic team selection.
May 22, 2026
Marcel Reece Joins USA Football as Senior Vice President Ahead of 2028 Olympic Flag Football Debut
USA Football announced the hiring of Marcel Reece, a former NFL fullback, to oversee football operations, national team programs, and athlete development ahead of the historic 2028 Olympic flag football debut in Los Angeles.
May 22, 2026
Marcel Reece Appointed Senior Vice President of Football Strategy & Operations at USA Football
USA Football announced the hiring of Marcel Reece, a three‑time Pro Bowl fullback, to oversee football operations and athlete development ahead of the sport’s Olympic debut.
May 22, 2026
Marcel Reece to Lead Flag Football at 2028 Olympics
Marcel Reece appointed by USA Football to lead flag football operations for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, bringing his NFL legacy and administrative experience to a sport poised for Olympic debut.
May 21, 2026
Giants Drive Growth of Girls High School Flag Football in New York
The New York Giants are investing in girls flag football through school partnerships, equipment donations and coaching, helping the sport surge in popularity and earn varsity status.
May 21, 2026
Burrow’s Olympic Flag Football Dream Aligns with Bengals’ Super Bowl Quest
Joe Burrow eyes Olympic flag football gold while the Bengals focus on a Super Bowl, as the NFL clears the way for players to compete in the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
May 20, 2026
Women’s Flag Football Set for NCAA Championship by 2028 Ahead of Olympic Debut
The NCAA has recommended a national championship for women's flag football, targeting a 2028 debut that aligns with its Olympic inclusion.
May 20, 2026
NCAA Eyes Flag Football as Future Championship Sport
The NCAA’s access committee has recommended a national flag football championship across all three divisions, a move championed by USA Football’s CEO as a catalyst for growth and Olympic talent pipelines.
May 20, 2026
Flag Football Eyes NCAA Championship and Olympic Spotlight
The NCAA is moving toward awarding a championship to women's flag football, a step that could precede its inclusion in the Olympic Games. Over 100 schools are preparing to sponsor the sport, and the push reflects a broader surge in girls' and women's participation across the United States.
May 19, 2026
NCAA Eyes Flag Football as Official Championship Sport
The NCAA committee has recommended flag football as an official championship sport, with a potential spring 2028 national championship pending legislative approval and funding.
May 19, 2026
Women’s Flag Football Nears NCAA Championship Status Ahead of 2028 Olympic Debut
The NCAA committee has recommended a national championship for women's flag football beginning in spring 2028, a move that follows the sport's inclusion in the 2028 Olympics and reflects unprecedented growth across schools, states, and professional backing.
May 19, 2026
Women’s Flag Football Nears NCAA Championship, Eyes 2028 Olympic Debut
The NCAA committee has recommended a national collegiate flag football championship beginning in spring 2028, a move that could cement the sport's status and pave the way for Olympic inclusion.
May 19, 2026
Women’s Flag Football Nears NCAA Championship Status Ahead of 2028 Olympics
The NCAA is moving toward awarding a championship in women's flag football by 2028, a step that follows the sport's inclusion in the Los Angeles Olympics and a surge in high school participation across the United States.
May 19, 2026
Women’s Flag Football Set for NCAA Championship Debut Ahead of 2028 Olympics
The NCAA is moving toward establishing a championship for women's flag football, a step that could precede its inclusion in the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
May 19, 2026