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Girls Flag Football is rapidly expanding across the DMV, with 127 teams supported by the Washington Commanders. Through monetary contributions and equipment, resources, and trainings the Commanders create equitable access to participation and a sustainable pathway for program success, with expanded school participation coming in 2026.

Girls Flag Participation

Teams Supported:

Washington, D.C.

2024 --- 9 Teams

2025 --- 13 Teams

Maryland

2024 ---- 25 Teams

2025 ---- 51 Teams

Virginia

2025 ---- 51 Teams

Media Day

To celebrate the inaugural high school Girls Flag Football season across Fairfax County, Prince George's County, Richmond, and Arlington, the Washington Commanders provided new uniforms to all participating public schools and hosted pro-style media day events featuring uniform unveilings, professional photo shoots, 360 cam content creation, and special Q&A sessions with Washington Legends to inspire and engage student-athletes.

MD State Championships

Semi-Finalists:

Largo High School

Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School

Walt Whitman High School

Clarksburg High School

Champions:

Clarksburg High School

The Commanders' support included custom Girls Flag giveaways for every athlete, along with appearances by Washington Legends Brian Mitchell and Kevin Barnes, the Command Force, and Major Tuddy.

Girls Flag Coach of the Week

This year the Washington Commanders expanded our High School Coach of the Week Program to include High School Girls' Flag Coaches, recognizing eight "High School Girls Flag Coach of the Week" honorees. Each winner is awarded a $2,000 donation for their program, an invitation to a season-end celebration at a Commanders home game, and eligibility for the Don Shula NFL Coach of the Year nomination.

High School Girls Flag Coach of the Week Honorees:

Week 1: Coach Shamecca Williams- John F. Kennedy HS.

Week 2: Coach Sharmain Cherry- John Marshall HS.

Week 3: Coach KC Landefeld- Clarksburg HS.

Week 4: Coach Niesha Backus-DuVal HS.

Week 5: Coach Matthew Patterson- Gainesville HS.

Week 6: Coach Nicholas Ferguson-Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. HS.

Week 7: Coach Katie Kooiman-Yorktown HS.

Week 8: Coach Tierra Reeves- KIPP DC College Preparatory HS.

COTW Winners

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High School Flag Coach of the Year

High School Girls Flag Coach of the Year: KC Landefeld, Clarksburg High School

Coach KC Landefeld was selected as the Washington Commanders Girls Flag "Coach of the Year". Landefeld led Clarksburg to a 10–0 regular-season record, and a dominant postseason run, winning the Montgomery County Championship, the 3A/4A state semifinal, and the state championship, earning the title of back-to-back Maryland Girls Flag 3A/4A State Champions.

Coach Landefeld also led the Coyotes to a State Championship in his first year (2024), finishing the season 16–1 after winning 16 straight games. He has built a strong program through structured practices, focused skill development, team-building, and high expectations delivered with a calm and adaptable leadership style. He supports his players on and off the field—providing snacks, reviewing film, promoting academic success, and emphasizing sportsmanship and school pride. Coach Landefeld also prioritizes health and safety through proper warm-ups, hydration, and required equipment, creating a positive, well-rounded environment for his student athletes.