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Girls flag football's varsity push gains Healey's support
An October 9 report details the governor's support for MIAA recognition as participation grows.
By Boston Sports News · Published
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey is urging the MIAA to recognize girls flag football as a varsity sport, Boston.com reported October 9.
The report cites growth from eight Massachusetts high-school teams in the Patriots Foundation's 2023 pilot to 90 in 2026. Official recognition would give that expanding group of athletes a more consistent competitive structure.
This remains a proposal, not an approved varsity designation. Boston.com reported that the MIAA had not set a decision date.
Read the linked reporting below for the full background and perspectives from players and families.
Sources
- Healey backs varsity girls flag football in Mass. · Boston.com
- Healey calls for girls flag football to become official MIAA sport · Western Mass News