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It's a gateway to building skills, fostering teamwork, and creating new opportunities for young athletes. What began with eight Indiana high schools in 2023 has grown into a statewide movement. Today, 108 schools have committed to girls flag football, creating new opportunities for female athletes across the state. As girls flag football continues its momentum toward a historic IHSAA sanctioning vote in 2027, the Indianapolis Colts remain committed to supporting the growth of the game and the athletes leading its future.
Road to 100. Completed.
More than 100 Indiana high schools. One shared vision. Watch the story of how athletes, coaches, schools, and communities helped grow girls flag football from a pilot league into a statewide movement. The Road to 100 may be complete, but the future of girls flag football in Indiana is just getting started.
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Facts
2,700+
Girls participating in Colts Girls Flag Football across Indiana
23
States that have sanctioned girls' flag football as an official high school sport
50
Indiana student-athletes earning scholarships to play girls flag football at the collegiate level
100+
Colleges now offer women's flag football programs nationwide (NCAA emerging sport; NJCAA and NAIA sanctioned)
6
Countries set to compete in flag football at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles
1,262.5%
Growth in participation since the Girls Flag League's launch in 2023
2026
Westfield becomes home to the NFL FLAG Championships
Coach of the Week Spotlight
2025 Coach of the Week Winners
Week 1 | Coach: Blair Thompson | School: Floyd Central
Week 2 | Coach: Chris DePew | School: Garrett
Week 3 | Coach: Jason Ashley | School: North Central
Week 4 | Coach: Shauna Tewell | School: New Prairie
Week 5 | Coach: Tara Schnur | School: Evansville Mater Dei
Week 6 | Coach: JaMesha Harris | School: Hammond Morton
Week 7 | Coach: Jerimiah Maggart | School: Penn
Week 8 | Coach: Kenzie Brown | School: Warren Central
2024 Coach of the Week Winners
Week 1 | Coach: Chris DePew | School: Garrett
Week 2 | Coach: Keith Kinder | School: Mishawaka
Week 3 | Coach: Tim Able | School: Triton Central
Week 4 | Coach: Brian Dugger | School: Martinsville
Week 5 | Coach: Kyle Buresh | School: Mississinewa
Week 6 | Coach: Eric Moore | School: Center Grove
Week 7 | Coach: John Hurley | School: Evansville Memorial
Week 8 | Coach: Logan Haston | School: Columbus North
Week 9 | Coach: Tyler Bless | School: Plainfield
Week 10 | Coach: Todd Wilkerson | School: Heritage Hills
Week 11 | Coach: Kyle Enright | School: Decatur Central
Coach of the Year | Coach: John Hart | School: Brownsburg
2023 Coach of the Week Winners
Week 1 | Coach: Kurt Tippman, School: Fort Wayne Snider
Week 2 | Coach: Corey Yeoman | School: Penn
Week 3 | Coach: Bud Ozmun | School: Oak Hill
Week 4 | Coach: Kurt Tippman | School: Fort Wayne Snider
Week 5 | Coach: Levi Salters | School: Lincoln
Week 6 | Coach: Craig Buzea | School: Crown Point
Week 7 | Coach: Scott Bless | School: Bloomington North
Week 8 | Coach: Kirk Kennedy | School: Kankakee Valley
Week 9 | Coach: Will Patterson | School: Lawrence Central
Week 10 | Coach: Reed May | School: Brownstown Central
Week 11 | Coach: Dave Pasch | School: Indianapolis Lutheran
Coach of the Year | Coach: Larry "Bud" Wright | School: Sheridan
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I bring flag football to my school?
Students and parents can reach out to their school administration. Your Athletic Director or Principal are ultimately the people who will commit a school to participate. When reaching out to your school admin, please make sure to let them know that there is interest within your student body. Please also fill out the interest form: here. Anyone can fill this out.
How many girls does it take to start a team?
Most teams have anywhere between 10-15 players. Some teams have seen success with 14-20 players so they are able to compete in a full scrimmage while also having subs.
How often do teams practice?
Most schools practice between 1-3 days a week for 1-2 hours.
How can I navigate limited facility availability?
You don't need a football field. You just need some open grass or field space. Whether that be the outfield of a softball or baseball field, a soccer field, or just on an open field or park near your school. You can also use a gym to run drills safely.
How many games will be played?
Teams will be required to play 7 games to be eligible to qualify for the postseason. This postseason format is being finalized and will be shared closer to the season. If teams still want to participate but will not be able to meet this minimum, they can still play as many games as they can.
How can I garner interest in girls flag football?
To gauge interest within the student body, the Colts recommend hosting callout meetings, posting announcements on school message boards and websites, and sending polls out to see who is interested. Students should also gather a list of names of those who are interested in playing from their classmates, teammates, and friends.
What if my school is smaller in population, but we still want to field a team?
If your school hosts powderpuff during homecoming, there is a good chance there is already interest within your school. We have seen a lot of schools who have dual participation from all fall sports athletes, most notably soccer and Unified Flag Football. A lot of the partner athletes from Unified Flag Football tend to be the leaders on teams who are playing already.
How do I create a practice plan?
Schools will receive one USA Football coaching membership as part of the $10,000 package, which includes coaching resources, practice plans, offensive/defensive systems to implement, etc.
What staff would be needed to start a team?
Most schools have anywhere from 2-4 coaches.
Can athletes play more than one fall sport?
This is up to the discretion of each school, but there are no set restrictions of dual participation. Some past schools have had athletes on JV teams who also participate in flag.
How many players are on the field during a game?
The game is played 7 v 7.
How can we get schools near us involved in girls’ flag?
Reach out to those school's athletic directors. Let them know your school is interested in participating. Having more schools participate in your area will give you more playing opportunities for your athletes. Send an email with those contacts and include Bryce Chretien on the email.
What opportunities are there for flag players after high school?
There are over 65 collegiate programs that offer flag football at the varsity or club level across the country. Some universities and colleges even offer athletic scholarships for Women's Flag athletes! In 2028, the Summer Olympics will feature Flag Football as an Olympic sport for men and women!
Is Girls Flag Football a sanctioned IHSAA sport?
Girls Flag Football is currently recognized by the Indiana High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) as an emerging sport. Following the historic 2026 season, the IHSAA is expected to consider a sanctioning vote in May 2027. Reaching 108 participating high schools demonstrates the strong demand, participation, and long-term sustainability of girls flag football across Indiana.
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