2009 NFL Tournament of Champions 12-14 Girls

What a difference a year makes; the Detroit Lions from Canada had a sour taste in the mouth after their loss in the title game in last years Nationals. This year is was clear that these ladies were focused to not only play well but to win it all. In the title game they found themselves in another match up with the Oakland Raiders who they faced in the pool play. Defense was the key for them as they shut out the Raiders 6-0 to claim their first NFL National Tournament of Champions title.

These two girls have been playing sports for a long time but both of them agree beyond a shadow of a doubt that flag football is the funniest thing that they have ever participated in. Hear more. Also click here to hear the girls talk about their championship win over the Raiders.

Meet the PioneerSamantha Rappaport had a vision that started 6 years to launch girls flag football to a level where girls of all ages could participate. Click here to listen to her interview

Miami fall short of titleAfter playing so well all tournament, the Dolphins picked the wrong time to play their worst game. They were defeated by the Raiders in the semis. Hear from two of the girls

Samantha makes most of opportunity
While she knows that flag football isnt as big as other sports she plays; this Vegas girl says that this was an opportunity that she couldn't pass up. Listen to the interview

Arizona Soccer players love flag
These first time flag football started playing the game early and have no intentions on stopping after thier tremendous experience in Fl. Hear More!!

Dallas falls short of repeatWith the core of their team intact from last year, it was the lack of vocal leadership that seem to be the demise for the defending champs as they lost to Detroit in the final 4. Hear More

WASUP represents well Joyce Cheverino (r) is very proud of what her organization has been able to accomplish with 2 of the 8 teams at national from her league. Hear from her and one of her players