Members of the Washington Commanders football team hosted a girls’ flag football practice and scrimmage at Armstrong High School on Aug. 26 in partnership with Richmond Public Schools. The event was a part of the first-ever Nike Kickoff Classic in collaboration with Nike and the National Football League.

Above, Commanders’ tight end Logan Thomas, left, wide receiver, Terry McLaurin, center, and defensive tackle, Johnathan Allen watch closely as the girls practice their plays.

Mr. McLaurin, center right, gets pumped up as he and teammates cheer and coach 40 middle and high school girls on two teams, Burgundy and White.

The coach for the White Team is Sharmain Cherry, top right, who huddles with the girls before the scrimmage.

Ms. Cherry also is John Marshall’s physical health/physical education/driver’s education teacher.

Although the Commanders no longer conduct its training camp in Richmond, Commanders President Jason Wright said the team wants to continue its relationship with Richmond.