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THE STORM FEATURED IN "THE SAN FRANCISCO STANDARD" March 29, 2026

A scientist, a security director, and a super commuter team up in women’s tackle football

The Golden State Storm kicked off their inaugural season with a historic home opener, welcoming over 2,000 fans in Oakland. The night marked a powerful first step, highlighting the passion, toughness, and potential of this new era in women’s tackle football.
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THE STORM FEATURED IN "THE SAN FRANCISCO STANDARD" March 17, 2026

55 players, 11 coaches, and one big bet: A women’s tackle football team storms Oakland

The Golden State Storm kick off their inaugural WNFC season on March 28 at Laney College, bringing full 11-on-11 tackle football to the Bay Area. Built by founders Jake Langner and Brad Grovich, the team features 55 players from across the U.S. and beyond all united by one mission: prove football is for everyone. Backed by strong investment and driven by passion, the Storm aren’t just launching a team they’re helping lead the future of women’s football.
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The STORM FEATURED IN "THE OAKLANDSIDE" March 16, 2026

Women are bringing tackle football back to Oakland

The Golden State Storm are bringing professional tackle football back to Oakland, kicking off our inaugural season March 28 at Laney Field. As part of the Women’s National Football Conference, we’re building something bigger than the game—creating opportunities for women, inspiring the next generation, and reigniting football in our city.
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The STORM FEATURED IN "THE OAKLANDSIDE" - JAN 16TH, 2026

Golden State Storm Joins Oakland’s Growing Professional Sports Scene

Oakland remains a proud sports city, with a packed calendar of professional teams, community events, and major moments. Among them is the Golden State Storm, Oakland’s newest professional football team, preparing for its inaugural season with January tackle and flag football tryouts ahead of a March home opener at Laney College.
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THE STORM FEATURED IN UK NEWSLETTER "WE ARE GIRLS IN SPORT" -

GOLDEN STATE STORM: A NEW ERA IN WOMEN'S TACKLE FOOTBALL

Women's tackle American football is rapidly expanding across the United States, with the WNFC leading the charge through national broadcasts and growing visibility. As the league prepares for its 2026 IX Cup to air on ESPN2, the Golden State Storm is emerging as one of its newest and most Impactful franchises-building elite on-field competition while championing access, equity, and opportunities for women and girls in sport.
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