St. Augustine Purple Knights' Flag Football Talent Poised for Growth Amid LHSAA Pilot District Expansion
As the LHSAA's flag football pilot district expansion creates new opportunities for Texas high school athletes, the St. Augustine Purple Knights are primed to capitalize on the emerging landscape. With verified scholarship programs at the University of Nebraska, Ottawa University, Kansas, Keiser University, Florida, and Midland University, Nebraska, Purple Knights' flag football talent can now explore concrete pathways to collegiate competition. Nebraska's inaugural 2028 season, led by coaches Liz and Katie Sowers, offers 12 scholarships, while Ottawa University's NAIA powerhouse program also awards up to 12 scholarships. Keiser University and Midland University, both active recruiters, provide additional options for Purple Knights' athletes seeking NAIA opportunities. As the Purple Knights prepare for the upcoming season, athletes are advised to research and connect with these programs to explore their eligibility and potential for scholarship awards.