O'Dea Fighting Irish Flag Football Recruits to Pursue Verified Scholarship Opportunities
The WIAA's continued growth and expansion of girls flag football programs nationwide has created new scholarship pathways for athletes across the country. As Texas-based WIAA districts expand their pilot programs, O'Dea Fighting Irish flag football players now have access to a wider range of opportunities. The University of Nebraska, led by coaches Liz and Katie Sowers, will offer Power 4-level scholarships in its inaugural 2028 season. Ottawa University, Kansas, a national powerhouse, offers up to 12 NAIA scholarships. Keiser University, Florida, and Midland University, Nebraska, are also actively recruiting. For O'Dea Fighting Irish athletes, this means exploring these verified programs and taking concrete steps towards securing a scholarship. Coaches and players can start by researching each school's flag football program, reaching out to coaches, and creating highlight tapes to showcase their skills.