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12-year-old Fairview girl tackles game of football
If you happen to catch the Fairview Middle School Falcons on the football field this season, you may have noticed a long ponytail protruding from the back of one of the junior varsity helmets.
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teams & leagues
Pro-Football Player & Blitz Champz Creator Adrienne Smith Heads Up American Flag Football League’s New Women’s Division
Adrienne Smith, creator of Blitz Champz, Boston Renegades Wide Receiver, football advocate and spokesperson, Orange is the New Black actress, and entrepreneur, has joined the American Flag Football League (AFFL) to head up the new Women’s Division. In this role, she will oversee football operations and corporate partnerships.
Virginia Beach teacher becomes the NFL’s first Black female official
“Maia’s years of hard work, dedication and perseverance — including as part of the NFL Officiating Development Program — have earned her a position as an NFL official,” Troy Vincent, the NFL’s executive vice president of football operations, said in a release.
AFFL’S FIRST WOMEN’S FOOTBALL DIVISION KICKS OFF WITH PAY EQUITY TO LEVEL PLAYING FIELD
The American Flag Football League (AFFL) in the US has announced its new women’s division, with pay equity from the kick off.
’21 Strong: Callie Brownson’s history-making year as a trailblazer for women in the NFL
Not many people are brave enough to take a job billed as “anything and everything,” with a bit of “unpredictable” thrown in, too.
However, they aren’t Callie Brownson. In 2020, she saw an opportunity as Cleveland Browns’ Chief of Staff as a dream come true.
programs & training
Manning Passing Academy to hold football camp for girls
The Manning Passing Academy, entering its 23rd year, will launch its inaugural MPA Football Clinic and Camp for Women …
Girls’ Flag Football Camp Hosted by NFL Alum Jen Welter
For all girls who want to play football, this is for you! NFL coaching alum, Jen Welter, is kicking …
Girls’ flag football clinic aims to break gender barriers
REGINA — The mini-clinic was over and the kids involved were almost ready to begin trickling off of the …
NFL to host women’s career development event in Phoenix
The NFL will host its second-ever symposium in Phoenix on Friday and Saturday to help develop the skills of …
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mvp & rookies
Trio of Moline girls play high school football for the Maroons
Moline students Caroline Hazen, Vivian Veto and Ruby Sepeda are playing high school football for the Maroons.
Boston Renegade Adrienne Smith’s mission to empower, inspire the next generation of women in football
Adrienne Smith cannot be stopped. On the football field, she is a star receiver for the Boston Renegades, a three-time Women’s Football Alliance champion and a two-time International Federation of American Football Women’s World Champion. She’s an entrepreneur, a producer, but more than anything, she’s an advocate, pulling those around her up along with her.
Where Are They Now: Uxbridge native Allison Cahill stays on grid, still calling the signals
Cahill, the former Uxbridge High basketball and softball all-star who was a standout guard at Princeton University, will enter her 18th year playing football when the Renegades resume practice for the 2021 season this month.
’21 Strong: Callie Brownson’s history-making year as a trailblazer for women in the NFL
Not many people are brave enough to take a job billed as “anything and everything,” with a bit of “unpredictable” thrown in, too.
However, they aren’t Callie Brownson. In 2020, she saw an opportunity as Cleveland Browns’ Chief of Staff as a dream come true.
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