Blog

Baltimore Nighthawks make history with first-ever trip to National Championship

Pictured captured after Conference Championship win on July 12, 2025.

READ FULL WEAA LOCAL NEWS ARTICLE HERE.

The Baltimore Nighthawks are making history.

On Saturday, the women’s tackle football team secured their first Women’s Football Alliance Eastern Conference Championship, earning a spot in the National Championship game at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Ohio on July 25.

This milestone caps off a monumental undefeated season and stands as a powerful statement about the rising strength and legitimacy of women’s tackle football.

Founded by Tanya Bryan, the Nighthawks welcome players aged 18 and older, regardless of prior football experience, and have spent 18 seasons building a culture of resilience, grit, and elite athleticism.

This season marks the long-awaited payoff after years of hard work and near-misses.

“It’s been a season of firsts. First undefeated season. First Conference Championship. We have taken Us vs Us to heart,” said Bryan. “ We are raising the bar on what women’s tackle looks like. Our fans have supported us through highs and lows. Seeing them celebrating in the stands was truly amazing. Hugging my team after the final buzzer is a moment I will never forget. Tears of joy after back-to-back-to-back seasons of just missing it. I’ve never been more proud of my team for how they played, the character and professionalism they have shown, and the support of one another.”

Nighthawks Captain Anna Melton #14

Read More

Relationship spans five years of promoting financial success throughout Maryland

BALTIMORE, April 11, 2025 – The Baltimore Nighthawks announced the extension of PNC Bank’s corporate sponsorship agreement through the 2025 season. The relationship is now entering its fifth year and supports the Nighthawks’ goal of providing a safe environment that enables women to learn and apply the principles of teamwork, discipline, dedication and sportsmanship.

“Many Maryland small business owners have been forced to get creative while navigating higher costs for supplies, material shortages, staffing shortages, loss of event venues, and other property. Costs for facilities have doubled over the last four years,” said Tanya Bryan, CEO of the Baltimore Nighthawks. “To have the consistent support of PNC Bank is something for which we are forever grateful.”  

Since inception, the Baltimore Nighthawks focused on facilitating the development of strength and character in team members and throughout the organization. The team believes in actively participating in the community to support various charities and youth programs. The Nighthawks’ belief in community engagement and personal development is closely aligned with PNC’s focus and values, in addition to providing opportunities to expand the team’s network and participate in discussions with other business owners and community members engaged with the bank.

The Nighthawks will continue to work with PNC to promote financial education and success. “PNC is proud to continue supporting these professional women performing at the highest levels of their sport, while together we promote financial success throughout Maryland,” said Laura Gamble, PNC regional president for Greater Maryland. “As a coast-to-coast franchise with a local focus, we will work to help this exciting club achieve brilliant results both on and off the field.”

PNC Bank PNC Bank, National Association, is a member of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC). PNC is one of the largest diversified financial services institutions in the United States, organized around its customers and communities for strong relationships and local delivery of retail and business banking including a full range of lending products; specialized services for corporations and government entities, including corporate banking, real estate finance and asset-based lending; wealth management and asset management. For information about PNC, visit www.pnc.com.

Baltimore Nighthawks The Baltimore Nighthawks are a member of the Women’s Football Alliance (WFA). The league was established in 2009 and has become the world’s largest competitive women’s tackle football league. Our 17th season ended with a post season loss in Atlanta. For Season 18, our goals are clearer than ever. It’s time to build off last season’s success and finish the year in Canton, Ohio. We are ready to celebrate with the Baltimore Nighthawks Nation! For information on the Baltimore Nighthawks, please visit www.BaltimoreNighthawks.com. Engage with us on X @BNighthawks, and on Instagram and Facebook at Baltimore Nighthawks.

Read More

PNC Bank Extend Sponsorship Through 2024 Season

Relationship spans four years of promoting financial success throughout Maryland
BALTIMORE, May 18, 2024 – The Baltimore Nighthawks announced the extension of PNC Bank’s corporate sponsorship agreement through the 2024 season. The relationship is now entering its fourth year and supports the Nighthawks’ goal of providing a safe environment that enables women to learn and apply the principles of teamwork, discipline, dedication and sportsmanship.
“Many Maryland small business owners have been forced to get creative while navigating higher costs for supplies, material shortages, staffing shortages, loss of event venues, and other property. Costs for facilities have doubled over the last four years,” said Tanya Bryan, CEO of the Baltimore Nighthawks. “To have the consistent support of PNC Bank is something for which we are forever grateful.”  
Since inception, the Baltimore Nighthawks focused on facilitating the development of strength and character in team members and throughout the organization. The team believes in actively participating in the community to support various charities and youth programs. The Nighthawks’ belief in community engagement and personal development is closely aligned with PNC’s focus and values, in addition to providing opportunities to expand the team’s network and participate in discussions with other business owners and community members engaged with the bank.
The Nighthawks will continue to work with PNC to promote financial education and success. “PNC is proud to continue supporting these professional women performing at the highest levels of their sport, while together we promote financial success throughout Maryland,” said Laura Gamble, PNC regional president for Greater Maryland. “As a coast-to-coast franchise with a local focus, we will work to help this exciting club achieve brilliant results both on and off the field.”
PNC Bank PNC Bank, National Association, is a member of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC). PNC is one of the largest diversified financial services institutions in the United States, organized around its customers and communities for strong relationships and local delivery of retail and business banking including a full range of lending products; specialized services for corporations and government entities, including corporate banking, real estate finance and asset-based lending; wealth management and asset management. For information about PNC, visit www.pnc.com.
Baltimore Nighthawks The Baltimore Nighthawks are a member of the Women’s Football Alliance (WFA). The league was established in 2009 and has become the world’s largest competitive women’s tackle football league. Our 16th season ended with our 2nd playoff win in Baltimore Nighthawks history, and our second Conference Championship appearance. For Season 17, our goals are clearer than ever. It’s time to build off last season’s success and finish the year in Canton, Ohio. We are ready to celebrate with the Baltimore Nighthawks Nation! For information on the Baltimore Nighthawks, please visit www.BaltimoreNighthawks.com. Engage with us on X @BNighthawks, and on Instagram and Facebook at Baltimore Nighthawks. # # #
Read More

U.S. Coast Guard Partnership

U.S. Coast Guard

We are pleased to announce that the U.S. Coast Guard is partnering with The Baltimore Nighthawks for a third year! Our goal is to provide a safe and productive environment that enables women to learn and apply the principles of teamwork, discipline, dedication, and sportsmanship. The Baltimore Nighthawks facilitate the development of strength and character in everyone that participates. These aligns perfectly with the goals of the United States Coast Guard and the opportunities a career in the USCG can provide.

Tanya Bryan, CEO of the Baltimore Nighthawks said: “We are excited to continue this venture with the U.S. Coast Guard in Baltimore for 2023. Both our organizations are focused on providing opportunities. Having a partner like the Coast Guard who is committed to creating new opportunities for diverse groups is motivating. We look forward to sharing the Coast Guard mission with even more of our fans, friends and family members as well as the local communities we live in and support.”


The U.S. Coast Guard is a unique branch of the military responsible for an array of maritime duties, from ensuring safe and lawful commerce to performing rescue missions in severe conditions. 41,700 active-duty military; 7,800 reserve military part-time employees; 8,300 civilian full-time employees; and 31,000 civilian auxiliary volunteers are actively serving in the Coast Guard to defend America’s borders and protect the maritime environment.
For more information on the Coast Guard, please visit GoCoastGuard.com and engage with them on Instagram at gocoastguardbaltimore, and on Twitter and Facebook at U.S. Coast Guard. The Baltimore U.S. Coast Guard Recruiting office is in Catonsville, MD. Call 410-747-3963 to speak with a recruiter.

 

#gocoastguardbaltimore
#coastguardjobs
#WhatsYourDreamJob
#CareersInTheMil
#cgreserves
#coastguardlife
#futurecoasties
#militarywoman
#BeNighthawks
#baltimorenighthawks

Read More

Baltimore Nighthawks, PNC Bank Continue Corporate Sponsorship For 2023

BALTIMORE, Jan. 10, 2023 – The Baltimore Nighthawks announced that PNC Bank will continue as a corporate sponsor for the 2023 season.

A member of the Women’s Football Alliance (WFA), the Baltimore Nighthawks was formed in 2007 to teach women in the greater Baltimore area the sport of football. Since then, it has grown to attract talented athletes throughout Maryland, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Virginia and D.C., with the purpose of elevating women’s tackle football to the forefront of women’s sports.

Tanya Bryan, Chief Executive Officer of the Baltimore Nighthawks, said of the sponsorship renewal, “We are excited to continue our relationship with PNC Bank. This sponsorship allows us to provide the best resources for our athletes while expanding our support of Baltimore-area activities for youth and others.”

The extension of the PNC relationship is vital to my small business and the growth of women’s tackle football in Baltimore. Costs of doing business post COVID-19 have skyrocketed. This is especially impactful when needing to rent facilities for practice, classroom, weight training and game day. The travel costs have increased substantially so having a multi-year sponsor really helps with hotels, buses and flights.

PNC has always been committed to strengthening the economic vitality of the communities where they live and work. We have seen this throughout the Baltimore area with initiatives like the mobile bank branches which consists of a fleet of mobile units with teller services. It provides access and economic empowerment in areas that banks often avoid or underserve. Having a partner who is focused on helping drive initiatives to year to help women and local youth initiatives in Greater Baltimore is wonderful.
The goal of the Baltimore Nighthawks is to provide a safe and productive environment that enables women to learn and apply the principles of teamwork, discipline, dedication and

sportsmanship. The team works to facilitate the development of strength and character in everyone that participates. The Baltimore Nighthawks also have demonstrated a commitment to supporting various charities, and youth and community engagement programs.

“Over the years, multiple youth programs have been eliminated, leaving children with limited options for after school activities,” Bryan said. “PNC’s sponsorship helps address this community need by allowing us to create opportunities for youth programs and events. The support of PNC Bank during one of the most trying times in modern history is something for which I am forever grateful. I look forward to the future and greater collaboration.”

###

PNC Bank, National Association, is a member of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC). PNC is one of the largest diversified financial services institutions in the United States, organized around its customers and communities for strong relationships and local delivery of retail and business banking including a full range of lending products; specialized services for corporations and government entities, including corporate banking, real estate finance and asset-based lending; wealth management and asset management. For information about PNC, visit www.pnc.com

Read More

PNC BANK CONTINUE CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP FOR 2022

BALTIMORE, Jan. 10, 2022 – The Baltimore Nighthawks announced that PNC Bank will continue as a corporate sponsor for the 2022 season.

A member of the Women’s Football Alliance (WFA), the Baltimore Nighthawks was formed in 2007 to teach women in the greater Baltimore area the sport of football. Since then, its has grown to attract talented athletes throughout Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia and D.C., with the purpose of elevating women’s tackle football to the forefront of women’s sports. 

Click here for the complete press release.→

Read More