EMPIRE FOOTBALL LEAGUE SUPPORTS PLAY FOOTBALL MONTH CELEBRATION

Play Football MONTH is a celebration of the great sport of football, and it’s coming to your community sponsored by the Empire Football League (see events below). From Pro-Football Hall of Fame Quarterback Dan Marino to NASA Astronaut Michael Bloomfield, football has played an important role in the lives of many young boys and girls along with their communities.

“Last year, more than 12 million boys and girls played football, giving them a chance to learn a great deal about themselves, about life, and about getting along with people of other races, religions, and nationalities,” said USA Football Chairman Jack Kemp. “Play Football Month celebrates these values learned on the gridiron, as well as the tradition of the community coming together from Friday night lights to Monday Night Football.”

Throughout Play Football MONTH, events will be held in towns across America, including clinics, skills competitions, scrimmages, picnics, and parades. Youth football organizations, schools, communities, and NFL and college teams will take part in the celebrations.

“Getting youngsters involved in football encourages them to be active, and the lessons they learn on the field go far beyond the fundamentals of the game. They learn to tackle life’s challenges,” said NFL Commissioner PAUL TAGLIABUE. “It’s important that we celebrate what the game of football provides for our children and our communities.”

“Without the opportunity of participating in youth football, most professional football players would not have had the chance to play in the National Football League,” said GENE UPSHAW, NFL Players Association Executive Director. “All NFL players, past and present, owe a great debt to youth coaches and other volunteers who made football a positive, life-affirming experience. Play Football Month reminds all of us what a great game football is for all ages.”

The Empire Football League supports youth through various programs and are proud to join with USA Football in sponsoring events throughout Play Football Month.

Join the celebration and be part of the Football Family! For more information on PLAY FOOTBALL MONTH, visit www.usafootball.com/PlayFootballMonth.

Play Football Month is a national campaign created by USA Football, the NFL, and NFL Players Association.

AUGUST 27, 2005
Albany Metro Mallers
4 on 4 Youth Flag Competition
Bleecker Stadium
Albany, NY
Joe Barbagallo
joe.barbagallo@metromallers.com
518-479-0432
http://www.eteamz.active.com/metromallers/

SEPTEMBER 10, 2005
St. Lawrence Valley Trailblazers
- NFL Pepsi Punt, Pass and Kick Competition at Sandstoner Park
Potsdam, New York
It will be our 4th year in hosting this great event for both boys and girls.
- Also on Saturday Night host Youth Football Night at Sandstoner Park
Potsdam, New York
Mike Britton
mbritton@twcny.rr.com
(315) 265-3324
http://www.eteamz.com/trailblazers

SEPTEMBER 10, 2005
Broome County Dragons
Youth Football Night
Binghamton Alumni Stadium
Binghamton, New York
Karol Cronin - GM
thomaspm67@aol.com
607-798-0734
http://www.eteamz.active.com/broomecountydragons

SEPTEMBER 10, 2005
Lake City Stars
PAL Youth Football Night
Melissa Penfield Park
Plattsburgh, New York
Ed McAllister - GM
lakecitystars@charter.net
518-578-5414
http://www.eteamz.active.com/lakecitystars/

SEPTEMBER 17, 2005
Watertown Red & Black
Youth Football Night
Watertown Fairgrounds
Watertown, New York
George Ashcraft - GM
gashcraf@twcny.rr.com
315-779-8646
http://www.eteamz.active.com/watertownredandblack

SEPTEMBER 17, 2005
Albany Metro Mallers
NFL Punt, Pass and Kick Competition
Bleecker Stadium, Albany NY
Albany, NY
Joe Barbagallo - GM
joe.barbagallo@metromallers.com
518-479-0432
http://www.eteamz.active.com/metromallers/

SEPTEMBER 17, 2005
Scranton Eagles
Youth Football Night
Scranton Memorial Stadium
Scranton, Pennsylvania
Sue Lunger - GM
scrantoneaglegm@yahoo.com
570-344-5014
http://eteamz.active.com/scranton-eagles/

SEPTEMBER 24, 2005
Albany Mallers
NFL Youth Flag Tourney
Bleecker Stadium
Albany, NY
Joe Barbagallo - GM
joe.barbagallo@metromallers.com
518-479-0432
www.eteamz.active.com/metromallers/

SEPTEMBER 24, 2005
Watertown Red & Black
Military Appreciation & Camp Drum Youth Football Night
Watertown Fairgrounds
Watertown, New York
George Ashcraft - GM
gashcraf@twcny.rr.com
315-779-8646
http://www.eteamz.active.com/watertownredandblack