NFL hosts 12 International Youth Flag Football teams at 2024 Pro Bowl Games

The National Football League announced it will host the International NFL Flag Championships as part of the 2024 Pro Bowl Games in Orlando from Feb. 2 to Feb. 3.

Young athletes from 12 countries will travel to the U.S. to compete in a multi-day flag football tournament to showcase their skills and connect with peers from around the world, before watching NFL superstars compete in the sport at the Pro Bowl Games.

Fast-paced and accessible for all, flag football is one of the fastest growing sports globally with women and girls leading some of the largest growth and increased participation.

The expansion of the International NFL Flag Championships follows flag football's recent inclusion in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games -- driven by the International Federation of American Football (IFAF) and supported by the league.

"With flag football's recent inclusion in the LA28 Olympic Games, this is an incredible time for young girls and boys around the world to be playing the sport and representing their countries. We look forward to welcoming players from each of the participating 12 nations to the U.S.," said Peter O'Reilly, executive vice president, club business, league events & international at the NFL. "In partnership with IFAF, the league is prioritizing the global growth of flag football. Competitions like the International NFL Flag Championships shine a light on the ever-increasing pathways to play the game -- inspiring young athletes everywhere to participate."

"Following a truly historic year when flag football was confirmed for LA 2028, the 2024 Pro Bowl Games here in Orlando, Florida will be another amazing showcase for this growing sport. For IFAF, this is a great opportunity to demonstrate again to millions of fans