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Big 12 Conference Launches Women's Flag Football for 2028

4/1/2026

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The Big 12 Conference plans a 2028 launch of women's flag football with at least six teams, following an NFL partnership.
The initiative is led by The Big 12 Conference Commissioner Brett Yormark and Chief Football Officer Scott Draper.
They say it will advance membership opportunities and growth for the conference.
The sport will debut at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.

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Story summary

The Big 12 Conference plans a 2028 launch of women's flag football with at least six teams, following an NFL partnership.
The initiative is led by The Big 12 Conference Commissioner Brett Yormark and Chief Football Officer Scott Draper.
They say it will advance membership opportunities and growth for the conference.
The sport will debut at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.