A senior at Lapeer High School, Macy Tackabury, is set to participate in announcing 2024 NFL Draft picks for the Detroit Lions as one of four high school girls' flag football players selected for the honor. The Detroit Lions' pilot program for high school girls' flag football, which Lapeer High was a part of, has seen significant growth from two initial teams to 24 programs across Michigan.

By the Numbers
  • Lapeer High was part of the inaugural Detroit Lions pilot program for high school girls' flag football.
  • Michigan now boasts 24 high school girls' flag football programs due to the success of the pilot program.
State of Play
  • Only two girls' flag football teams existed in the state initially, with Lapeer and Holly joining Bishop Foley and Rochester as part of the pilot program.
  • Macy Tackabury's primary focus currently is on the girls' varsity soccer team, with plans to return to flag football in the fall.
What's Next

Tackabury will represent Lapeer High School at the NFL Draft, and she looks forward to potential future involvement in flag football and sports alongside her current commitments.

Bottom Line

Macy Tackabury's selection to announce Detroit Lions' NFL Draft picks showcases the growth and success of high school girls' flag football programs in Michigan, highlighting the opportunities and excitement these initiatives bring to young athletes.