Are Olympics next? Flag football's growth reflected in Arizona and internationally
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In the fall, girls flag football will become a sanctioned sport in Arizona, just part of an international explosion of the sport. Backed by the NFL and the International Federation of American Football, supporters hope the sport will be part of the Olympics by 2028
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League wants to clear a path to Olympics for players
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The less obvious effect of hosting the Olympics on sporting
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Martell Irby thankful at Arizona amid mental-health journey
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The Winter Olympics don't really represent the world: Costs
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Call to include indigenous games at Olympic level, stick fighting
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Flag football gives female players sense of community, scholarship
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Is Flag Football Going To Be in the Olympics in 2024?
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Call to include indigenous games at Olympic level, stick fighting
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