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USA Team Dominates Stars at Flag Football Classic

PUBLISHED Mar 21, 2026, 9:17 AM ET

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Los Angeles — Team USA's national flag football squad defeated two teams composed of NFL stars at the Fanatics Flag Football Classic on Saturday at BMO Stadium, sweeping round-robin play and winning the championship game as the exhibition previewed the sport's Olympic debut in 2028. The wins produced immediate recognition and a reported $100,000 payout per Team USA player this week; MVP Darrell Doucette delivered perfect passing and multi-score production, while organizers and athletes cited the event as a benchmark ahead of Los Angeles 2028 and broader promotion of the sport.

By Sarah Whitman | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Event initially scheduled for Riyadh was moved amid regional security concerns.
Fanatics staged the Flag Football Classic at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles on March 21.
Team USA won round-robin matches against NFL-led Wildcats and the Founders.
Team USA defeated the Wildcats 24-14 to claim the championship.
Reports indicated each Team USA player received a $100,000 prize after the tournament.

News Intelligence

Flag football's Olympic debut in 2028 is on the horizon. This win by Team USA shows the sport's potential and its growing popularity. If you're a sports fan, it's time to start paying attention to flag football. You might even consider getting your kids involved in local leagues.

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Who Benefited

Team USA players, specialist flag football athletes, Fanatics and Olympic organizers benefited through championship recognition, prize payments reported for players, and increased publicity for the sport ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Who Impacted

NFL and celebrity-led squads, including the Founders and Wildcats, suffered competitive defeats and reduced credibility in the flag discipline, while individual players such as Rob Gronkowski experienced injuries that limited their participation.

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