LPHS girls' flag football is sprinting into its inaugural season.

The new sport at LPHS has 22 girls and is led by Industrial Tech teacher Mr. Ruff. Girls' flag football is a new and learning experience for everyone, but the girls are excited to learn about the sport and how to play.

 “The outlook is looking really good so far this year. I’m really excited to see where the team goes,” senior Jasime Grzesiowski said.

Ruff is also optimistic about the team’s progress and the season as a whole.

“I think the athletes are excited to learn about the game and have picked up on it quickly!  They get it and are now practicing with confidence,” Ruff said.

 Girls' Flag Football is a new emerging sport in the IHSAA. The sport has been gaining popularity among schools in Indiana, creating numerous opportunities. After the next two seasons, the IHSAA will then evaluate whether the sport will become sanctioned or not. Up to that point, there will be a state tournament sponsored by the Indianapolis Colts.

 “The Colts have sponsored 100 teams for two years to get the IHSAA to admit the sport to the state,” Ruff said.

 This season's schedule will be fairly light, with the girls just starting the new sport. The next games will be against Valparaiso, Munster, Crown Point, Chesterton, and 21st Century. The girls' games are on Thursdays, mainly at 6:00 p.m., but the times do vary. Their next home game is September 4 against the 21st Century at 6:00 p.m.

Although the girls didn't win their first games, they tried their hardest and represented La Porte well.