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There comes a point in every sports movement when the conversation shifts. The question is no longer "Can this work?" It becomes "How big can this become?" For the Women's National Football Conference, 2026 was that season. From national television to sold-out championship events, from global media attention to unprecedented sponsor support, the WNFC continued its mission of building the world's premier professional women's tackle football league while proving that fans, bran

Together, WNFC and SipSide are creating an elevated hospitality experience where everyone can celebrate, connect, and raise a glass. The Women's National Football Conference (WNFC) today announced SipSide Premium Mocktails as the Official Premium Non-Alcoholic Beverage Sponsor of the 2026 HER Game Combine, taking place August 8–9 in Miami, Florida. The sponsorship brings together two brands that believe unforgettable moments only require great people, great energy, and great

The Women's National Football Conference (WNFC) has officially delivered the most-watched season in league history, setting new records across both national television and streaming while continuing to redefine what's possible for women's professional sports. The momentum culminated with the 2026 IX Cup Championship on ESPN2, which reached 1.35 million unique viewers, making it the largest publicly reported television audience ever for a women's professional tackle football g

FRISCO, Texas — Championship Weekend has always been about crowning champions. This year, it became something much bigger. Over two unforgettable days at Ford Center at The Star, the Women's National Football Conference brought together every level of the game, from youth athletes chasing their first championship to professional stars competing for the IX Cup on ESPN, creating one of the largest celebrations of women's football in the sport's history. Thousands of fans packed

On Sunday, June 21, the defending champion Texas Elite Spartans and the San Diego Rebellion will collide at Ford Center at The Star, the world headquarters of the Dallas Cowboys, in what promises to be one of the biggest games in women's sports. Live on ESPN2, the 2026 WNFC IX Cup Championship will feature not only the sport's premier athletes, but also a world-class broadcast team ready to bring every moment to life. Leading the coverage will be veteran broadcaster Kyle Youm

Riddell Named Exclusive Protective Headgear Partner for WNFC Flag Football Competitions The Women's National Football Conference (WNFC) and Riddell today announced an expansion of their longstanding partnership, making Riddell the exclusive protective headgear partner across both WNFC Tackle and WNFC Flag Football events and competitions. The expanded agreement builds upon a successful six-year relationship between the two organizations and reflects the WNFC's growing influen

ESPN2 Championship Game Headlines Two-Day Celebration of Football, Family, Juneteenth, and Women's Sports at Ford Center The Women's National Football Conference (WNFC) will bring the biggest weekend in women's football back to Ford Center at The Star on June 20-21 as thousands of athletes, fans, families, and football supporters gather for the 2026 WNFC IX Cup Championship Weekend. The weekend culminates Sunday afternoon when the defending champion Dallas based, Texas Elite

The Women's National Football Conference is excited to announce the return of one of Championship Weekend's most anticipated events, the 2026 WNFC Championship Breakfast & Awards Show, taking place Sunday, June 21, from 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM at the beautiful Omni Frisco Hotel at The Star in Frisco. Before the lights come on for the IX Cup Championship Game inside of Ford Center, the WNFC community will gather for a powerful morning celebrating the athletes, coaches, leaders, par

The Women's National Football Conference and Got Her Back are proud to launch the 2026 Body Confident Coaching Clinic Series, a free virtual program designed to help adults create positive, supportive environments that keep girls in sports. The series kicks off tomorrow in partnership with the Texas Elite Spartans and is part of a larger initiative that will engage eight WNFC teams across the country throughout the year. Introducing Dove's Body Confident Sport program, these