Amanda Schmitt Named Flag Football Coach of the Week
The Indianapolis Colts honored the Evansville Central coach for her team's recent victory.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Football
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The Indianapolis Colts have named Evansville Central High School coach Amanda Schmitt as their Flag Football Coach of the Week. The recognition follows the Bears' 53-32 victory over Evansville Harrison.
Why it matters
This award highlights the growing impact of girls flag football in local schools while providing financial support for athletics programs. It recognizes coaches who demonstrate strong leadership and team performance.
Coach Schmitt led the Evansville Central Bears to a 4-4 record, marking a significant turnaround after the team started their season 0-4. The program is currently in its third year of operation.
The players
Amanda Schmitt
She serves as the flag football coach at Evansville Central High School.
Indianapolis Colts
This NFL organization sponsors the weekly high school girls flag football coaching award.
NFL Foundation
This organization provides financial grants and donations to support community and youth football initiatives.
The details
Schmitt was selected after her team secured their fourth consecutive win, a performance evaluated by league members and athletic directors. As the honoree, she will receive a commemorative plaque and a $1,000 donation for the school's program from the NFL Foundation.
Timeline
Amanda Schmitt was named Coach of the Week in September 2026.
The coaching recognition program has operated for three years, from 2024 to 2026.
Season Trajectory
The program helps standardize the recognition of girls athletics in Indiana, providing a benchmark for program growth that other NFL franchises have begun to emulate. This award marks the third year of the initiative, reflecting the ongoing expansion of girls flag football as a competitive sport.
The $1,000 donation provides immediate funding for equipment or travel costs for the Evansville Central program. The team's successful 4-4 record after an 0-4 start positions them as a competitive force in the current league standings.
The takeaway
This award reinforces the importance of consistent coaching during challenging season starts. Coaches and athletes can leverage these recognition programs to secure necessary funding and increase community visibility for their sports.
Further reading
For more information on youth sports initiatives in the region, visit Football.
More information
For additional program details, visit the Colts high school girls flag information page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by 14news.
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