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American football enjoying steady growth in Turkey
American football was initially introduced in Turkey during the 1980s. It wouldn’t have surprised anyone if the initial hype ended quickly, but nearly forty years...
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Will American Football Be Able To “Tackle” Soccer In Mexico?
A sculptural fitness instructor makes a 40-yard run on a Mexico City football field. A muscular graphic designer lifts a heavy bar. A medical student...
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Planet Football: Top countries where the sport is thriving
Editor’s note: Although this article was first posted in November, 2016, it is still topical and relevant. It preceded the NFL game in Mexico City...
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BAFA announces partnership with UK Anti-Doping Agency
After successful anti-doping regime at European Championship qualifying matches, the two organisations will continue to work together BAFA is pleased to announce that, after lengthy...
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IFAF Holds Clinics In Guatemala and El Salvador
The International Federation of American Football faction led by Tommy Wiking held player and coaches clinics in Guatemala and El Salvador recently hosted by the...
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Australia’s Gridiron Victoria’s Vic Bowl XXXII – Monash Warriors v. Western Crusaders
Gridiron Victoria’s showpiece event, Vic Bowl XXXII, will be played out at Lakeside Stadium in Albert Park on Sunday. The 32nd Bowl, the Victorian Division...
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NFL Players Announce Finland As Their Site For 2017 International Camp
American Football Without Barriers aims to globalize the sport of American Football, with camps and outreach to underserved communities. American Football Without Barriers is proud...
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Mexican Federation denounces Tommy Wiking after IFAF suspension
Jorge Orobio, president of the Federacion Mexicana de Futbol Americano (FMFA) has issued a strong statement denouncing Tommy Wiking, while acknowledging that the International Federation of American...
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An Open Letter from IFAF Europe Executive Committee Chairman, Goran Nisavic and IFAF Europe Executive Committee Vice-Chairman, Gregor Murth
Dear football friends, As you all know, there will be two IFAF World Congresses held on the same day this weekend, making it impossible for...
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Kaepernick’s Stance Raises Issues about Racism
Before the start of a preseason game against the Green Bay Packers, a reporter noticed San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick sitting down during the...
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The Roar of the Leones: Costa Rica’s Leones Cartago F.C. Edges Aguilas F.A. in a Thriller
Two neighboring Central American countries, Costa Rica and Nicaragua, organized a friendly game that took to field action on Saturday, September 3rd, 2016 at Cranshaw...
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National Flag Football Program of Ireland hosting International Series this weekend
Following on from the Irish Senior squads exploits on International duty a few short weeks ago, the Irish American Flag Football program will be hosting their...
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IFAF Flag World Championships Moved After Dispute With Local Flag Leagues
The International Federation of American Football (IFAF) Flag World Championships, scheduled to have been played in the Bahamas next week supposedly after years of preparation, have...
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Double Coverage Preview of Great Britain’s Semifinals
Double Coverage is Great Britain’s premiere website covering American football. Comprehensive and informative it covers the game in Great Britain like no other. Here is...
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Team USA and Costa Rica Winners At Tropic Bowl VI
USA Men Shut Out Costa Rica, Costa Rica Women’s Shut Out Honduras The Tropic Bowl, presented by Athletes Without Borders (AWB), is the longest-standing, internationally...
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ESPN: How American football is becoming a worldwide sport
In the early days, before he spoke Chinese and with little clue where it would lead, Zach Brown printed up a business card. Translated from...
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New Fox TV Series “American Grit” Features NFL/CFL/Euro Veteran Tony Simmons
Former NFL and CFL football receiver Tony TD Simmons, who has both played and coached for the past few years in Europe, will be watched...
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Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders Holding Auditions in Bogotá, Columbia
The Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders wrap up their Latin America auditioning tour in Bogotá, Colombia on April 2nd. The team is looking for enthusiastic, charismatic and...
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Develop Game-Breaking Speed With Resisted Speed Training
Developing speed involves more than running sprints on your local field. You need to take a systematic approach to both acceleration and top-end speed. Here’s...
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Global Football Founder Patrick Steenberge Joins All Star Cast Of Coaches On 2016 Coaches Tour of American Military Bases Overseas
Global Football President & Founder Patrick Steenberge will join coaches Troy Calhoun (Air Force), Chris Creighton (Eastern Michigan) and Chip Kelly (San Francisco 49ers) on...
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Croatia/Flag Football: American Football is a way of life for the Dubrovnik Sharks
Story by The Dubrovnik Times Jan 29, 2016 Croatia is a sports mad country, you name it and they will play it. From athletics to...
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Brazilian American football is gaining yardage in USA
Brazilian American football is advancing by great strides and gaining huge momentum and attention. Believe it or not, it’s not just because of those gorgeous...
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Championship Coach in Spain Building New Dynasty
When New York City native Teo Polanco decided to take a year away from club coaching in Spain after 10 seasons, the entire Spanish American football...
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5 pillars to build a championship team
Leadership. Management. Knowing your strengths. A culture of discipline. A learning environment. Nothing earthshaking here. It’s what most high school football coaches want to do...
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5 Benefits of Coffee for Athletes
As an athlete, your fueling strategy probably involves three or four key beverages—water, milk, protein shakes and sports drinks like Gatorade. But research shows that...