The Atlantic East Conference is set to launch its inaugural varsity women's flag football season this spring, marking a groundbreaking moment as the first NCAA conference to offer this sport at the varsity level. This initiative is significantly supported by the NFL, which has prioritized the growth of flag football, providing necessary funding and organizational insights. With involvement from teams like the Philadelphia Eagles, this movement aims to foster inclusivity and empower female athletes, possibly leading to NCAA official championship status for the sport in the future.
Michele SteeleMar 3, 2025, 09:18 AM ET - "It's definitely the hope that it would continue to grow at an NCAA level and that the NCAA will sponsor it," Rebecca Mullen said.
"We congratulate the Atlantic East on making history as the first NCAA conference to introduce women's flag football as an official varsity sport," Eagles vice president of community relations Julie Hirshey said.
"This is a milestone moment ... opportunities like this foster a more inclusive experience on the field of play and empower young female athletes of all ages and backgrounds to pursue their athletic dreams at the collegiate level," Hirshey continued.
"To see it continue to grow and buy into that is really a unique opportunity," Mullen said, reflecting on the growing support for flag football.
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