It's been one year since 'In Flagg We Trust' was launched.

It's the official fan gear for Ace and Cooper Flagg, started and it's helping the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Maine with every purchase.

How did In Flagg We Trust start?

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It all began with a shirt design by Victor Rios of Expose Design. He reached out to the Flagg family to seek their 'blessing' to launch the shirt. In response, the family requested that the proceeds be donated to the Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) in Portland, as a way to give back for the support they had received from RMHC during their own time of need. Without hesitation, Victor connected with RMHC, and together, they quickly set their Mission in motion.

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The online shop went public on November 22, 2023, followed by pop-up shops at the Maine Event on January 6, 2024, and the Maine Ronald McDonald's All-Star Basketball Games on March 9, 2024; and Signed Auction Items at the RMHC of Maine Annual Hearts & Hands Gala October 25, 2024. To date, they have raised $8,500 and counting!

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The Flagg brothers make college basketball MUST SEE TV!

During this time, the Flagg brothers took High School Basketball by storm, ending the season with Monteverde Academy 30-0. Cooper Flagg had announced his commitment to Duke in 2023 and continued to add to his "resume" with the Naismith Player of the Year, Gatorade Player of the Year, playing on the McDonald's All-American Team and bringing home the Chipotle National Championship with his brother Ace.

Even off-season, Cooper was in the spotlight. He played for the 2024 Select Team/ Practice Squad for the USA Olympic Basketball Team, signed deals with New Balance, New Era, and most recently with Gatorade; making him the first men's college basketball player to sign an NIL deal with Gatorade.

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Grab your In Flagg We Trust hoodie and support the Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) in Portland

Ace also announced his commitment to UMaine! He's coming home and this is exciting for Maine basketball. In celebration of the one-year anniversary, the hoodies are back for a limited time and everything is on sale until December 2, 2024.

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What an exciting time for Maine! Support these amazing boys and help families in need.

 

 

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