North Park University Unveils New Women's Flag Football Team Set to Compete in Spring 2026
North Park University Launches Women's Flag Football Team
In an exciting move responding to the rising popularity of women's no-tackle football across the nation, North Park University will introduce its inaugural women's flag football team in the spring of 2026. The new team will consist of 25 players and aims to tap into a growing interest in female participation in sports.
Ramon Palma, a North Park alumnus and former four-year football player, has been appointed as the team's head coach. Palma is not new to athletic initiatives at North Park; he previously played and has been involved with the football program as an assistant coach. His dual role has allowed him to stay connected with both the recruitment process and strategy development. “Flag football represents an exciting opportunity, not just for me as a coach but for the university as well,