High school sports participation hits record high, driven by girls flag football and wrestling

High school sports participation reached a record 8.4 million students during the 2025-26 period. This growth marks the fifth consecutive year of increases, primarily driven by the popularity of girls flag football and wrestling. In other sports news, RTD sports staff have highlighted the Week 1 matchup between Midlothian and L.C. Bird. This specific game serves as an early Dominion District showcase, drawing significant attention as the high school football season begins its competitive schedule.