The She Plays Flag Podcast
She Plays Flag is a podcast focused on the growth of girls flag football and the people shaping its future.
Hosted by longtime football fan and coach Matt Mashburn, the mission of the show is simple: to educate and advocate all things girls flag football.
The show explores the sport through conversations with coaches, administrators, organizers, and leaders working across the flag football ecosystem. From understanding the rules and structure, to navigating high school and college pathways, to examining where the game is headed next.
She Plays Flag is for anyone who cares about where girls flag football is going and how it gets there.
The She Plays Flag Podcast
Florida's 20 Year Headstart with Jeremy Hernandez of the Florida HS Athletic Association
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In this episode of the She Plays Flag Podcast, host Matt Mashburn discusses the growth and development of girls' flag football in Florida with Jeremy Hernandez from the Florida High School Athletic Association. Jeremy shares his journey from New Mexico to Florida, where he took on the role of overseeing girls' flag football. He highlights the significant progress made since the sport was first sanctioned in Florida in 2003, noting the increase in participation and the establishment of a competitive framework. The conversation delves into the advantages Florida has over other states, particularly in terms of experience and infrastructure, as well as the challenges that come with rapid growth, such as the need for more officials and the potential for scheduling conflicts with other sports.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Girls' Flag Football
03:04 The History of Flag Football in Florida
05:39 Florida's Competitive Advantage in Flag Football
09:02 Challenges in Growing the Sport
13:04 The Role of Coaches and Officials
17:12 Attracting Girls to Flag Football
22:58 Future Opportunities for Female Athletes
30:12 Challenges of Growth in Flag Football
32:26 Structure of Girls' Flag Football in Florida
35:31 Encouraging New Programs
37:23 Interest from Other States
40:02 The Future of Flag Football
42:20 Risks of Rapid Growth
45:57 Planning for Sustainable Growth
47:04 Exciting Future Prospects