'Now that we have it, it's amazing': High school girls flag football is growing in the suburbs
By Dave Oberhelman
Sep 8, 2023 9:32 AM -
Girls flag football is seeing amazing growth. According to National Federation of State High School Associations surveys, the number of girls playing flag football rose 86% from 2018-19 to 2022-23, from 11,209 players to 20,875. "I'm confident -- obviously not 100% yet, but confident -- it will be an IHSA (Illinois High School Association) sport next year," said Rachel Karos, Willowbrook's co-head coach.