History. Faith. Viral Fame. And Flag Football like you’ve never seen it before.
This week’s episode of Black in Sports is a straight-up game-changer. We’re bringing you the inspiring and unstoppable story of Kiona “Ki’LoLo” Westerlund — a name you need to remember, because she’s already making sports history.
💥 Ki’LoLo is the FIRST-EVER D1 SCHOLARSHIP FLAG FOOTBALL ATHLETE, repping Alabama State University, an HBCU at the forefront of the flag football revolution. At just 18, she’s dominating the field, breaking barriers, and showing young girls everywhere what’s possible with heart, hustle, and a whole lot of swag.
But Ki’LoLo’s story is bigger than sports. It’s about:
🌺 Samoan roots that shaped her into a strong, grounded, and resilient leader
🙏 A powerful faith in God that keeps her humble while the spotlight gets brighter
👨👩👧👦 A tight-knit family foundation that fuels her purpose and passion
📱 Going viral with millions of views thanks to her speed, skills, and pure energy
And just when you thought the story couldn’t get crazier...
🔥 She starred in a Super Bowl commercial, chopped it up with Justin Jefferson and Marshawn Lynch, and played in the celebrity flag football game during Super Bowl weekend in New Orleans.
🎥 Then she went viral (again) filming TikToks with Kai Cenat, Druski, and Teyana Taylor — and showed that her charisma hits just as hard off the field.
She’s not just the future of flag football — she’s the future of sports culture. From influencer to athlete to icon in the making, Ki’LoLo is proof that Black girl magic, Polynesian pride, and generational talent are an unstoppable combo.
💬 In this must-listen conversation, we talk:
The moment she found out she was the first to earn a D1 flag football scholarship
How she’s navigating fame, social media, and a growing platform
Her thoughts on legacy, leadership, and lifting others as she climbs
The power of showing up as your full, authentic self — on and off the field
💡 If you’re a fan of women’s sports, HBCU pride, faith-driven athletes, or just love a good underdog-to-icon story — this one’s for you.
🎧 Press play now and share with someone who needs this energy!
📲 Help us break the internet — like, repost, and tag your crew.“
Ki’LoLo – The First to Ever Do It” 🏈💫
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