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Eighth-grader urges Toms River board to add girls flag football; board pledges to explore
Summary
Molly Glover, an eighth-grade student at Intermediate East, asked the board to add girls flag football at Toms River high schools following NJSIAA sanctioning; board members expressed support and asked staff to evaluate how to implement the program.
Molly Glover, an eighth-grade student at Intermediate East, asked the Toms River Regional School District Board of Education to create girls flag football teams at the district high schools, citing rapid statewide growth and new sanctioning by the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association.
"My name is Molly Glover, and I'm a grade student at Intermediate East," she said, and pointed to the sport's expansion: "In May 2026, the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association officially sanctioned Girls Flag Football as a varsity sport, beginning in the 2026–27 school year," and noted that participation and collegiate pathways are expanding.
Board members responded positively. Superintendent Sitta and board leaders thanked Glover for the presentation and said district staff would look into logistics and budgeting. A board member noted the district’s recent transportation and scheduling challenges but said those would not prevent exploring new athletic opportunities. The board did not take formal action or set a timeline; members said they expected staff to return with implementation options.
Glover emphasized affordability and local demand, saying flag football requires less protective equipment and that nearby districts already offer programs. Board members said they valued student advocacy and would consider competitive and club options as part of the review.
