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Unrivaled HS Nationals

Unrivaled Sports to Host Inaugural Flag High School Girls’ Nationals

Unrivaled Sports will host its inaugural Unrivaled Flag High School Girls’ Nationals June 14–15 at ForeverLawn Park, adjacent to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio. The event is a first-of-its-kind invitational that will feature two competitive divisions and capitalizes on the growth of girls’ flag football across the country. This year’s nationals […]

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Trevor Lawrence Pro Bowl
Trevor Lawrence threw to the end zone during one of the flag football games at the Pro Bowl on February 5, 2023, in front of a large crowd at Allegiant Stadium. Photo by Justin Shaw/SportsTravel

NFL Players Eligible for Flag Football at 2028 Olympic Summer Games

Since flag football was approved to make its debut as an Olympic sport at the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles, there’s been one question on everybody’s mind: will NFL players be eligible? That answer is yes, as today the 32 NFL owners voted unanimously to permit the participation of its players at the Spring […]

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USA Football Summer Series

USA Football Creates Flag Football Summer Series

USA Football will host a series of flag football events at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California, from June 20–22 to strengthen international competition in preparation for the sport’s introduction at the 2028 Olympic Summer Games in Los Angeles. More than 750 athletes representing 10 countries will compete as part of USA Football’s Summer […]

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USA Flag Announces Multi-Year Strategic Partnership With Athletes Hospitality

USA Flag, one of the largest operators of flag football tournaments, has announced a multi-year strategic partnership with Athletes Hospitality to provide customized housing solutions and logistical support for all of USA Flag’s tournaments and camp series. “USA Flag is thrilled to partner with Athletes Hospitality,” said Charles Davis, co-founder and president of USA Flag. […]

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USA Football Certified as National Governing Body by USOPC

USA Football has been certified as the official national governing body for the sport by the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee, marking a milestone for the organization ahead of flag football’s Olympic debut at the 2028 Games in Los Angeles. USA Football oversees all aspects of American football including selecting, training and leading the […]

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UFL Championship 2025

St. Louis to Host Second United Football League Championship Game

The Dome at America’s Center, home of the St. Louis Battlehawks, will host the 2025 UFL Championship Game on June 14, the second year in a row that the venue will host the league title game. St. Louis hosted the inaugural UFL Championship Game in 2024 when the Birmingham Stallions defeated the San Antonio Brahmas […]

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St. Louis Blues
The St. Louis Blues and fans celebrate a goal during a 5-4 win over the Colorado Avalanche at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis, the site of this week's NCAA Frozen Four. Photo by Matt Traub/SportsTravel

St. Louis’ Underrated Sports Scene Comes Alive

For a city with a deep sports pedigree, St. Louis has seen its share of success and heartbreak. Over 100 years ago, in a different era, it was one of first hosts of the modern Olympic Games. The NFL was here and then it left. The St. Louis Blues waited decades before finally hoisting a […]

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USA Football Launches Stars and Stripes Fund

USA Football has launched the Stars and Stripes Fund, a new initiative dedicated to supporting the national governing body’s teams they prepare for upcoming World Championships, World Games and the 2028 Olympic Summer Games in Los Angeles. The Stars and Stripes Fund is designed to impact the athlete’s journey by reducing barriers to participation and […]

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