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Minnesota Vikings host girls flag football state championship on June 8

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Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Minnesota Vikings host girls flag football state championship on June 8
Summary

The Minnesota Vikings will host the second annual high school girls flag football state championship at TCO Stadium in Eagan on June 8. Thirteen teams will compete for the title, with games scheduled starting at noon Central Time. This year’s league saw participation more than double from 51 teams in 2025 to 106 teams in 2026. Although girls flag football is not officially sanctioned by the Minnesota State High School League, it is gaining traction, with a proposal for 'emerging status' to be reviewed in October. The championship showcases the growing popularity of the sport in Minnesota and across the U.S.

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  • •Thirteen teams will compete in the championship at TCO Stadium.
  • •Participation grew from 51 teams in 2025 to 106 in 2026.
  • •First round of games begins at noon Central Time.
  • •Minnesota State High School League to review sanctioning proposal in October.
  • •Flag football will debut as an Olympic sport in 2028.
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In a matter of days, Minnesota will see its newest girls’ flag football champion crowned. After officially commencing play in […]

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