
The Kelly McGillis Classic International Women’s & Girls Flag Football Championship Description
Celebrating female athleticism, achievements, and unity worldwide
The Kelly McGillis Classic is a special event and exclusive for female athletes, highlighting female athleticism and recognizing team and personal achievements from teams around the world and across the USA.
- Girls’ International Championship
- Women’s International Championship
- World Challenge Games
- Flag Football Clinics
- Social Events, Workshops, Parties
About the Competition
Girls from ages 8 and older and women of all skill levels are welcome to join in exciting and fun competitive and non-competitive games. The event offers IWFFA 8 on 8, semi-contact flag football, inclusive for all body types and skill levels.
We guarantee women’s teams a minimum of 4 games (including playoffs). Girls and Juniors are guaranteed a minimum of 3 games.
Awards
- MVP Awards for offense and defense chosen each game
- All-Star Teams selected for each division
- Sportship Award – voted by each team
- Trophies, medals, and plaques for champions
Annual Sports Woman Awards: Presented regionally in North America, Latin America, Nordic Region, Africa, Asia, Middle East, Scandinavia.
Porter Wilson Award: Honoring those who have contributed the most to female flag football each year.
World Challenge Game
The final Sunday game where International All-Stars compete against U.S.A. All-Stars.
Half Time Games
Fun competitions like tug-of-war, furthest football throw, longest kick, wheelbarrow races, and more with prizes!
Flag Football Clinics & Certification
Learn to officiate, play, and coach. FOFFA provides official training and certification for women referees with written exams, on-field practice, and IWFFA licenses.
Women’s International Flag Football Conference
A global forum for team representatives to discuss issues, concerns, and future goals for women’s flag football.
More Than Just Flag Football
A week-long celebration of sports, unity, and culture — from parades and acting workshops with Kelly McGillis to speaker series, social events, and water sports adventures.
Highlights
- Parade on Duval Street – teams march with national flags
- Acting with Kelly McGillis – acting workshops & performances
- Women Speaker Series – inspiring talks from global figures
- Social Nights – games, comedy, contests, and bonding
- Water Sports – snorkeling, sailing, kayaking, and more
- Duval Street Fun – shops, restaurants, music, and nightlife