The first ever NFL academy is being set up in London, designed to find and train athletes - some of whom might be able to make it over in the States.
The academy for 16 to 18-year-olds, which opens in September, will offer qualifications including BTECs and A-levels, alongside specialist coaching in American football.The NFL is trying to grow its reputation in the UK.The NFL hosts competitive matches in the UK, like this one at Wembley last year "I didn't even know what American football was when I was growing up," former Philadelphia Eagles running back - and Super Bowl winner - Jay Ajayi tells Newsbeat."When I got there I just had to fall in love with it, all my mates were playing, but that might not be the same for kids here.
"Before this, London didn't have a lot of resources for that local kid who loves American football - now they have a place where they can go and chase that dream." Jay is one of the ambassadors for the academy, which is going to be based at Barnet and Southgate College in North London.
Source: Education Headlines (educationheadlines.net)
neilreynoldsnfl NFLUK I think this is an awesome move! Wonder if there would ever be any scope to open this up to other elements of football operations too? Coaching etc, allowing Older (and slower!) Brit’s to work within the sport? Just a thought! 👍
edblevy
A lot of people replying to this post that have no idea there are already dozens and dozens of clubs across the UK that play American football, and for players of all ages.
SHUT THIS DOWN STOP THE NFL BRAIN DAMAGE TO ALL PLAYERS
Do NOT get involved with brain destroying American football. Do NOT get involved with brain destroying American football. Do NOT get involved with brain destroying American football. Do NOT get involved with brain destroying American football.
There isn't enough Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy just in the US. We need to export that shit around the world!
Too much toxic masculinity.
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