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Cowichan’s Sun Bowl shows off Pacific Northwest’s best in women’s flag football
The 15-team tournament added a masters division, and Victoria clubs won two finals while the Vancouver Saints took the inaugural masters title.
The Sun Bowl, held June 20 and 21 at McAdam Park in Duncan, hosted the Pacific Northwest Women's Flag Football Championships, featuring 15 teams including four competing in a new masters division.
Organizer Chris Mann noted the tournament showcased 'the very best of the sport' from the opening whistle, reflecting growing quality and excitement for women's flag football in the Pacific Northwest.
In the inaugural Masters Championship, the Vancouver Saints edged the Cowichan Golden Girls 19-14 in a back-and-forth contest to capture the historic first title for the new division.
The Victoria Wolfpack prevailed 22-19 over the Shawnigan Lake Cougars in a heavyweight final, capping an unforgettable weekend of championship competition.
Victoria's disciplined defense secured a 6-1 victory against Pitch Perfect to claim another title, while organizer Mann expressed excitement for the upcoming 40th Sun Bowl.