After being approved as an “emerging sport” by the IHSAA, MHS joins 65 other schools in Indiana to form an official flag football team. The first points in the team’s history were scored last Saturday against Michigan City. The team travels to Crown Point on Tuesday for their first away game of the season.
“I have always wanted to play, but our school never had a team. Once I heard of a team, I was super excited to try it out,” sophomore Miranda Younger said.
The Munster flag football team was formed this school year due to interest expressed by the student body. The team had their first game at the Munster High School practice field and defeated Michigan City 24-0. Followed by a win against Harrison 19-0.
The girls expressed the close bonds they have formed through flag football as they have learned the sport and improved together. Through practice, the newfound team has rallied together and achieved their first victories of the season.
“I really enjoy learning something new and the team chemistry…I really like my team, and I feel like we work together pretty well. It’s like a family,” junior quarterback Amelia Ramirez said.
The girls have made history with their first few successes on the field and demonstrated that football is for everyone. The next home game will be played at the football stadium Tuesday, Sept. 9.
