In today's news, UW-Parkside, just south of Milwaukee, announced they will be offering NCAA scholarships for a new women's flag football program. Growing off the inclusion of men's and women's flag football in the Olympics, and supported by millions of dollars from the NFL, women's flag football may supplant rugby and other sports as the fastest growing sport for girls. Parkside's program was jump-started by a $1 million donation.
Numerous girls flag football teams have been popping up at area high schools such as DSHA, Waukesha West, Kettle Moraine, Cudahy, and Mukwonago high school. Supporters note that last year there were about 50,000 participants in GIRLS flag football across the United States.
A list of teams can be found on the Green Bay Packers website. They are also a hub for the sport as they host a big tournament on Lambeau field.
What effect may girls flag football have on girls rugby in Wisconsin?
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