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Over 100,000 US girls playing flag football this year
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· September 5, 2026
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Key points This year, over 100,000 US girls are playing the sport. In that time, the number of girls playing flag football has risen from 15,716 to a projected 102,000 by 2026.
Girls flag football has become increasingly popular, with participation numbers reaching new heights. This year, over 100,000 US girls are playing the sport.
The growth in popularity is evident in the significant increase in participants over the past five years. In that time, the number of girls playing flag football has risen from 15,716 to a projected 102,000 by 2026.
This surge has propelled girls flag football into the top 10 girls sports nationally, a notable achievement for the sport. For more information on this trend, further details are available from the source.
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Category: News Published: September 5, 2026 Source: Waco Tribune-Herald Reading time: 1 min
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