NFL launches London-based academy to create life-changing opportunities for kids
THE National Football League (NFL) took a huge step yesterday in unearthing Britain’s next NFL star with the announcement of the NFL Academy.
Endorsed by some of the biggest names in the league, the first-ever NFL Academy aims to use American football to create life-changing educational and professional opportunities for young British kids.
Opening its doors in September 2019, student athletes aged 16-18 will be granted the chance to combine education with life skills and intensive training in the sport under full-time professional coaches.
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