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NFL to launch academy in London

Last updated : May 09, 2019 18:05
SportzPower Team
May 08, 2019 10:05

LONDON: The National Football League Tuesday announced a major UK initiative - endorsed by some of the biggest names in sport - that aims to use American football to create life-changing educational and professional opportunities for young people.

The NFL Academy, which begins operations in September, will offer student athletes aged 16-18 the opportunity to combine education with life skills and intensive training in the sport under full-time professional coaches.

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