Jets and Nike Continue to Support High School Girls Flag Football

In recognition of the 38th annual National Girls & Women in Sports Day, the New York Jets, Nike, Gatorade and Visa announce the continued support of Girls Flag Football throughout New York, New Jersey and New York City.

In collaboration with the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA), the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA), and the New York City Public Schools Athletic League (PSAL), nearly 200 high schools throughout New York State, New York City, Long Island and New Jersey will participate in girls flag football leagues supported by the New York Jets. For the first time, girls flag football will be recognized as a Championship Sport in New York State and Long Island, and as a Pilot Program in New Jersey. The sport will continue to be recognized as a Varsity Sport throughout all five boroughs of New York City.

“The Jets are proud to continue supporting Girls Flag Football as the sport transitions from an independent league to a State-run sport in New York and New Jersey,” Jets President Hymie Elhai said. “Our goal is to give women an equitable platform and opportunity to play what we consider to be the greatest sport in the world. We are excited to see the next generation of football players and look forward to the continued development of the sport.”

“It is exciting to see the rapid growth of girls flag football throughout New York State,” NYSPHSAA Executive Director Dr. Robert Zayas said. “Flag football is providing thousands of student-athletes with the opportunity to participate, to represent their school community and to be part of a team. I am so appreciative of all of the help and assistance we have received from the NFL, New York Jets, New York Giants and the Buffalo Bills to get Flag Football started.”