Greek Life at Governors State University is bringing the heat this Women’s History Month with an exciting Monday Night Football: Jaguar Powderpuff Edition event. Taking place on March 31, 2025, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Prairie Place Courtyard, this flag football showdown is open to all students eager to showcase their skills, spirit, and sportsmanship.
The game follows traditional flag football rules, prioritizing skill, speed, and strategy over physical contact. With teams of seven players (minimum of five), participants will battle for touchdowns, safeties, and extra points in two 10-minute halves with a running clock. A halftime break will allow teams to regroup before the final stretch.
Whether you’re a seasoned football player or new to the game, this event promises friendly competition, high-energy gameplay, and a chance to celebrate women in sports. The powderpuff format flips the script, encouraging inclusivity while keeping the adrenaline pumping.
Rules and Regulations
- Game Format: Two teams of seven players each (co-ed teams are welcome!).
- Scoring: Touchdowns are worth six points, extra points count for two, and safeties score two for the defensive team.
- Sportsmanship First: No tackling! Flag-pulling is the only allowed form of defense—aggressive play or unsportsmanlike conduct will result in penalties or ejections.
- Substitutions: Allowed between plays and during timeouts.
- Clock Management: The game runs on a continuous clock except for the last two minutes of play.
Why You Should Join the Action
This event is more than just a game—it’s a celebration of athleticism, teamwork, and community. With Greek Life leading the charge, students will have the opportunity to engage in friendly competition while connecting with peers in a fun, energetic environment.
Additionally, this event ties into Women’s History Month, highlighting women’s contributions to sports and advocating for greater representation in athletics. Powderpuff football has a long-standing tradition in schools and universities across the country, breaking gender norms and fostering inclusivity on the field.
Interested in playing? Scan the QR code on the event flyer or email [email protected] to register your team. Even if you’re not playing, come out and support your fellow Jaguars as they battle for powderpuff glory!
Governors State’s Greek Life Essentials continues to provide students with dynamic, community-driven events that promote engagement and school spirit. Whether you’re lacing up your cleats or cheering from the sidelines, Monday Night Football: Jaguar Powderpuff Edition is sure to be a must-attend event this semester.
See you on March 31 at the Prairie Place Courtyard.