Ventura County high school players led the Los Angeles Seahawks to a thrilling title in the NFL Flag Championship game. Ava Ortman, a Ventura High School alum, completed a 2-point conversion pass in overtime to Camarillo High School alum Mya Rei Smith, securing a 15-14 win over the Austin Texans.
Local Talent Shines
Ortman threw both of her touchdown passes to Smith, showcasing the strong connection between the two local players. The tournament, which featured all 32 NFL teams and 15 international squads, was a 4-day event that highlighted the skills of young athletes from around the world.
Four Santa Barbara-area players were on the team, including Victoria Aldana, Brooklyn Hedricks, Ruby Streatfeild, and Kacey Hurley. The team’s victory is a testament to the talent and dedication of local high school players.
Original reporting: KEYT (Ventura/Santa Barbara) — read the source article.
