CHSAA Approves Girls Flag Football as Official High School Sport, Supported by Broncos

The Denver Broncos Foundation, with backing from the Broncos and CHSAA, launched the state’s girls flag football pilot program in 2021 and funded the inaugural seasons from 2022-23. The initial pilot program included 50 schools, 10 school districts, and nearly 1,500 girls who played in almost 850 games.

In 2023, the program experienced a significant increase in participation, with the number of participants (1,316) and games (680) growing by 161 percent and 310 percent, respectively. CHSAA Commissioner Mike Krueger expressed his excitement, highlighting that the program goes beyond the game to promote empowerment, teamwork, and breaking barriers. The program aims to cultivate leadership, confidence, and equality for female athletes, inspiring a new era of inclusivity and self-empowerment.

The Broncos have been consistent supporters of the pilot program, hosting the championship tournament and a round-robin exhibition event at the Centura Health Training Center in the last two seasons. Members of Broncos leadership and players have attended these events to show their backing.

With the official sanctioning of the sport, the Denver Broncos Foundation will continue to support girls flag football through seasonal programming, coaching clinics, athlete and coach recognition, and youth health and wellness initiatives.