Aeva Manaus wins NFL Flag National Tournament

Aeva Manaus won the Under-15 Female NFL Flag National Tournament held in Rio de Janeiro, defeating 4 Fun with a score of 13-12. As a result of this victory, the team will represent Brazil at the NFL Flag Intercontinental Championship in Mexico this November.

The tournament, hosted at the Escola Naval, featured 16 teams from across Brazil and highlighted the growing popularity of flag football in the country. The sport is set to make its Olympic debut at the Los Angeles 2028 Games.

In related developments for the sport's growth in Brazil, the Vasco Almirantes club has launched a flag football school for children aged 9 to 13. The program, held at Aterro do Flamengo, aims to teach fundamentals and teamwork under the guidance of athlete Sami Velasquez.