Cowboys, Texans Crown Inaugural Texas Girls Flag Football Champion

The two NFL teams partner to host the first-ever state title tournament.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 7:22pm

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A vibrant, cubist-style painting depicting a girls flag football game broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes and planes in the team colors of the Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans.The inaugural Texas Girls Flag Football State Championship game will showcase the sport's rising popularity and provide young female athletes a premier championship stage.Houston Today

The Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans have teamed up to host the inaugural Texas Girls Flag Football State Championship, bringing together the top high school flag football teams from across the state to compete for the inaugural title at the University of North Texas.

Why it matters

Girls flag football is a rapidly growing sport in Texas, with high school participation increasing by over 50% in the last five years. The new state championship represents a major milestone for the sport's development and recognition in the state.

The details

The championship tournament will feature the regional champions from eight different districts across Texas, with the final game taking place at UNT's Apogee Stadium. Both the Cowboys and Texans have been actively involved in promoting and growing girls flag football at the high school level in their respective regions.

  • The inaugural Texas Girls Flag Football State Championship will take place on April 26, 2026.
  • Girls flag football participation in Texas has increased by over 50% in the last five years.

The players

Dallas Cowboys

The NFL franchise based in Arlington, Texas that is co-hosting the new state championship tournament.

Houston Texans

The NFL franchise based in Houston, Texas that is co-hosting the new state championship tournament.

University of North Texas

The host venue for the inaugural Texas Girls Flag Football State Championship game at their Apogee Stadium.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to partner with the Texans to give these talented young athletes the chance to compete for a state title. Girls flag football is the fastest growing high school sport in Texas and this tournament will help showcase the incredible skill and athleticism of these players.”

— Jerry Jones, Owner, Dallas Cowboys

“Providing opportunities for girls to play football at the high school level is a priority for our organization. This state championship will inspire the next generation of female athletes and help grow the sport across Texas.”

— Cal McNair, Chairman and CEO, Houston Texans

What’s next

The eight regional champions will compete in the inaugural Texas Girls Flag Football State Championship tournament at the University of North Texas on April 26, 2026.

The takeaway

The new Texas Girls Flag Football State Championship represents an important milestone for the rapidly growing sport, providing talented young female athletes with the opportunity to compete at the highest level and inspiring more girls across the state to get involved in football.