Darrell Doucette helps U.S. men's flag football team win championship

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Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Darrell Doucette helps U.S. men's flag football team win championship
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Darrell 'Housh' Doucette III played a pivotal role in leading the U.S. men's flag football team to victory in the world championship held on August 14 in Düsseldorf, Germany. This followed a surprising defeat to American Samoa, where the U.S. lost 38-32 in group play. Doucette's leadership became crucial as the team bounced back to secure titles against Australia, Japan, Mexico, and Italy in the knockout stages. The victory highlighted Doucette's position as a key player ahead of the sport's Olympic debut in 2028, where NFL players could also be considered for the Olympic roster, pending decisions by USA Football. Acclimation camps for NFL players are scheduled for early 2027 as preparations ramp up for the upcoming Olympics.

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  • Doucette's U.S. team faced a first loss against American Samoa.
  • The team avenged the loss by winning against multiple countries in the finals.
  • Doucette has been with the national team since 2022.
  • The U.S. previously went undefeated in world championships since 2012.
  • NFL players have potential eligibility for the 2028 Olympic roster.
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Darrell "Housh" Doucette hopes to make his Olympic debut in 2028. He may have to beat out NFL players to get there.

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