Flag football and squash will be played at the Olympic level for the first time ever in Los Angeles in 2028.
The Los Angeles Olympics will mark the first time ever that flag football and squash have been played. Baseball and softball were included most recently at thein 2020, while cricket was played during Paris Olympics in 1900 and lacrosse was included in the program in St. Louis in 1904 and in London in 1908.
In a statement Monday, LA28 Chair Casey Wasserman said, "I have long believed that we have an incredible opportunity in Los Angeles to create the most compelling Games, not just for us, but for the world. Our Olympic sport programme, in its entirety, reflects this belief. We are excited to embark on game-changing collaborations with major professional leagues that will unlock massive opportunities to amplify the Olympic and Paralympic story and captivate new audiences.
A digital display shows the game of Baseball and Softball for their feature as one of five new sports at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, during the second day of the 141st International Olympic Committee session in Mumbai on October 16,USA Baseball CEO Paul Seiler issued a statement saying he was "thrilled" to have baseball/softball in the lineup.
Team USA has won six baseball medals in the Olympics in seven appearances. The United States won gold in 1988 and 2000, silver in 2020 and bronze in 1984, 1996 and 2008.
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