When NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell recently floated the possibility of launching a professional flag football league, it underscored a pivotal moment for the sport. Flag football — a fast-paced, inclusive and dynamic iteration of traditional tackle football — is experiencing unprecedented growth across the globe and is recognized as the fastest-growing sport in the world. As the leader of RCX Sports, which operates NFL Flag in partnership with the NFL, I’ve had a front-row seat to the remarkable evolution of this sport and the immense opportunities it presents.

This surge in interest is not by chance. Flag football is a powerful movement unto itself. The sport fosters life skills such as teamwork, discipline and resilience while creating space for athletes of all genders and backgrounds to compete. From grassroots participation to global competitions, flag football is charting a path toward becoming one of the defining sports of the next generation.

The idea of a professional flag football league is a natural progression as the sport continues to gain legitimacy and momentum. Professional leagues provide structure and visibility, creating aspirational opportunities for young athletes and showcasing the sport’s unique appeal on a larger stage.

RCX Sports has long championed this growth, working closely with the NFL and the Club Network to serve hundreds of thousands of youth athletes across communities nationwide.

We’re seeing firsthand how professional involvement fuels growth at all levels. Professional flag competitions and high-profile showcases featuring elite athletes have already........

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