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Richland High School WR Julieta Ramirez shows North Texas what it means to play like a girl

RICHLAND, Texas - Senior Julieta Ramirez is the newest wide receiver on the Richland High School football team.

Ramirez grew up playing flag football with her friends and relatives. After a few years away from the sport and a transfer to Richland High, she decided she wanted to take the field.

"I told them I wanted to do football. They called Coaches Kates and he was like, ‘yeah’. He talked with my dad," said Ramirez.

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The support from her parents has been a welcome surprise.