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Annika Sörenstam discusses girls' flag football initiative with NFL

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 10:03 AM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Annika Sörenstam discusses girls' flag football initiative with NFL
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In an interview ahead of the American Century Championship, Annika Sörenstam spoke about the NFL’s growing commitment to girls' flag football. Sörenstam highlighted efforts by the Kansas City Chiefs, including successful lobbying for girls' high school flag football to be officially recognized as a sport in Kansas. She praised the initiative, emphasizing the importance of sports for young women. The American Century Championship is set to take place from July 10-12 at Edgewood Tahoe, featuring notable celebrity participants and a significant prize pool.

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  • •Sörenstam will participate in the American Century Championship July 10-12.
  • •Kansas City Chiefs campaigned for girls' flag football in Kansas.
  • •NFL's commitment aims to expand female participation in sports.
  • •The annual tournament offers $750,000 in prize money.
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  • 10:03 AMYahoo Sports — Annika Sörenstam discusses the NFL's focus on girls' flag football
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During her interview with @EdEastonJr, professional golf icon Annika Sörenstam discussed the NFL's focus on girls' flag football

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