FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 3, 2025

Iowa Phoenix Join the American Women’s Football League for the 2026 Season.

After long-term deliberation and careful consideration, the Iowa Phoenix are proud to announce that we will be joining our Midwest counterparts in the American Women’s Football League (AWFL) beginning in the 2026 season.

This move marks an exciting new chapter for the Phoenix organization as we continue to grow, strengthen, and elevate women’s tackle football in Iowa and across the Midwest.

We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the Women’s Football Alliance (WFA) for the opportunities and platform it has provided our athletes, coaches, and staff over the years. The WFA played an important role in helping us build our foundation and showcase the incredible talent and dedication of women in football.

As we look ahead, we are energized by the new opportunities the AWFL presents — to compete, to connect, and to continue blazing trails for women in sports. The Iowa Phoenix remain committed to empowering women through the game of football and representing our community with pride, passion, and purpose.

About the Iowa Phoenix:  The Iowa Phoenix is a women’s tackle football team based in West Des Moines, Iowa, dedicated to providing women with the opportunity to compete at a high level while promoting empowerment, teamwork, and community involvement.

Media Contact:

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