International teams of women and girls are in Key West this week for flag football games and countless other activities for the 34th annual Kelly McGillis Classic International Women’s & Girls’ Flag Football Championship.
The tournament opened with a ceremony Thursday, Jan. 22. Games are on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 23, 24 and 25 at Wickers Field.
Named for and endorsed by the Golden Globe-winning actress, director and former Key West resident who starred in “Top Gun” and “Witness,” the championship includes three days of competition paired with pre- and post-tournament team-building activities and gatherings.
Teams from the United States as well as El Salvador, Morocco, Guatemala, Honduras and Mexico are expected to participate, said Diane Beruldsen, president and founder of the International Women’s Flag Football Association, which presents the tournament.
The event attracts players ranging from 8 years old to seniors who compete in multiple divisions, and take part in flag football clinics and contests, parties and other social events.
Viewing of all games and activities, including clinics on how to play and officiate flag football, is open to the public free of charge.
More information is at iwffa.com/kmc-2026/.
