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Fanatics Flag Football Classic Set for March 2026

3/20/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Fanatics Flag Football Classic will be held March 21, 2026, at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, after relocating from Saudi Arabia.
Three teams will participate: Team Founders captained by Tom Brady and Jalen Hurts; Team Wildcats led by Joe Burrow and Jayden Daniels; and the United States men's national flag football team.
The tournament uses modified Olympic-style rules with two 15-minute halves.

History

Historical Context

Flag football originated in the early 1940s as a non-contact variant of American football, designed for military personnel. In 2023, the International Olympic Committee approved its inclusion in the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, marking the first time any form of American football will be featured. This reflects a growing trend towards inclusivity in sports, with the NFL actively promoting flag football as a competitive alternative.

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Story summary

The Fanatics Flag Football Classic will be held March 21, 2026, at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, after relocating from Saudi Arabia.
Three teams will participate: Team Founders captained by Tom Brady and Jalen Hurts; Team Wildcats led by Joe Burrow and Jayden Daniels; and the United States men's national flag football team.
The tournament uses modified Olympic-style rules with two 15-minute halves.

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