Mater Dei Monarchs' Multisport Athletes Eye Flag Football Scholarships
As the inaugural season of NCAA Division 1 flag football approaches in 2028, the Mater Dei Monarchs are positioning themselves for success. Multisport female athletes from the area are taking notice of the growing opportunities in the sport. The University of Nebraska, led by coaches Liz and Katie Sowers, is a top Power 4 destination. Ottawa University, Kansas, a national powerhouse, offers up to 12 scholarships. Keiser University, Florida, and Midland University, Nebraska, are active recruiters in the NAIA. UT Arlington, a developing NCAA Division 1 program, is also on the radar. Athletes like Mater Dei's own standout performers can pivot to flag football for college opportunities. To get noticed, athletes should focus on summer camps, highlight tapes and creating relationships with coaches at these verified scholarship programs.