MEAC Conference Hosts Inspiring Girls Flag Football Clinic at Morgan State

Girls Flag Football is quickly becoming the sport of the summer—and this past weekend, the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) added to the momentum by hosting its third annual Girls Flag Football Clinic at Morgan State University in Baltimore.

The event welcomed over 200 girls from across the Baltimore-Washington region, offering them a unique opportunity to learn the fundamentals of the game in a supportive and empowering environment. The clinic was led by MEAC student-athletes and coaches, who guided participants through a series of skill-building drills and competitive exercises.

Building Skills and Confidence

Participants rotated through stations focused on throwing, catching, route running, 1-on-1 and 2-on-2 matchups, and other essential flag football techniques. The drills were designed not only to improve athletic ability but also to build confidence, teamwork, and leadership among the young athletes.

MEAC Commisoner Sonja Stills told us that clinics like this one are apart of the conference's emphasis not only to help young ladies playing flag football but also showcase the leadership skills of their current student athletes. She also mentioned that one of the goals of the conference is to get women’s flag football as a varsity sport in each of it’s respective institutions.

A Vision for the Future

Commissioner Stills also shared the MEAC’s long-term vision: to see women’s flag football become a varsity sport across all MEAC institutions. With the sport gaining traction nationally and internationally—including its recent inclusion in the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles—the conference is positioning itself as a leader in the movement.

Community and Collaboration

The event echoed similar efforts seen recently in the region, including a Baltimore Ravens-sponsored clinic focused on expanding flag football at the high school level. These initiatives reflect a growing commitment from both collegiate and professional organizations to invest in the future of women’s sports.

Morgan State Head Football Coach Damon Wilson also emphasized the importance of the clinic—not just for the participants, but for the MEAC athletes who served as mentors.

A Growing Movement

As flag football continues to gain popularity, events like this clinic are helping to lay the foundation for a more inclusive and dynamic future in sports. For many of the girls in attendance, it was their first time participating in an organized football event—and judging by the energy on the field, it won’t be their last.

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