Darrell “Housh” Doucette led the US men’s national flag football team to a 53-21 victory against Austria, securing their fifth consecutive flag football world championship at Finland’s Lahti stadium. Doucette threw six touchdown passes and emphasized the team’s dominance in the sport despite potential competition from NFL stars wanting to join for the 2028 Olympics.
Key Highlights:
– Doucette threw to four receivers, showcasing the team’s offensive depth.
– US men went 7-0 in the tournament, averaging a 34.9-point win margin.
– Besides Doucette’s passing, defensive plays included interceptions returned for touchdowns by Johnluis “Lulu” Hernandez and Mike Daniels.
– Doucette stressed the teamwork in their victory and acknowledged the discussions surrounding NFL players and Olympic roster spots, stating confidence in retaining their positions.
Furthermore, the US women’s flag football team also triumphed, defeating Mexico 31-18 to repeat as world champions. Quarterback Vanita Krouch threw three touchdowns, and the victory was particularly sweet after a prior upset by Mexico in 2022.
