KANSAS CITY, Mo. — An 8-year-old girl from Minnesota is getting backup from women’s pro football players in Kansas City after someone told her that “girls can’t play football.” ...

Elena Easley was brought to tears after a boy at recess told the 8-year-old, “girls can’t play football.” She told her mom, and they posted a video on social media searching for support.

Local ‘Girls can’t play football!’ KC Glory invites viral TikTok girl to watch women play game By Lisa Gutierrez Updated May 22, 2025 11:50 AM ...