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Visalia Unified to add girls flag football; board to evaluate beach volleyball
Summary
Superintendent Kirk Schrum announced the district will introduce girls flag football at all four high schools this fall, and is evaluating facility needs and feasibility for girls beach volleyball for the 2027–28 school year following student surveys and CIF review.
The Visalia Unified School District plans to expand girls’ athletic opportunities after Superintendent Kirk Schrum told the board on April 14 that student surveys and CIF feasibility reviews favor adding girls flag football at all four district high schools this fall.
Schrum said the decision follows student interest surveys and a district review of CIF rules and facility needs. "This fall, girls flag football will be introduced at all four high schools," he told the board, adding that more details on participation and CIF alignment would be shared soon.
The district also is evaluating facility capacity and next steps to add girls beach volleyball for the 2027–28 school year. Schrum said beach volleyball remains under review because it requires facility investments and scheduling consideration.
Board members and trustees discussed competitive opportunities in the region and long-term pathways for female athletes, including concerns about season timing, available opponents, and college-level opportunities. Trustees asked staff to return with implementation details, participation eligibility, and facility plans before formal adoption in subsequent meetings.
The announcement accompanies other district efforts to boost student engagement, including expanded CTE programs and extracurricular options.
