NFL pouring resources into flag football training and development ahead of LA28
NFLX•The NFL is developing a technology platform for flag football training and expects to launch it within three or four months. The league is also developing training curriculum for athletes, coaches and officials ahead of flag football’s Olympic debut at LA28.
1. Training platform planned
The NFL is developing a technology platform to address gaps in flag football training and development, senior vice president for global flag football Brian Flinn said. Flinn said the league is working with third-party experts on curriculum to prepare athletes, coaches and officials, and expects the platform to be available within three or four months.
2. League expansion
Flag football is part of the NFL’s global strategy as participation grows ahead of its Olympic debut at LA28. The league said it had a record nine international games in its schedule this season and earlier announced plans to launch a professional flag football league for men and women.
