NAFA to Host NFL FLAG U13 Co-ed Flag Football National Tournament Invitational to Advance Grassroots Growth In School Sports

Posted : 30 March 2026

Lagos, Nigeria - The Nigeria American Football Association (NAFA) is set to host the NFL FLAG U13 Co-ed Flag National Football Tournament Invitational on Thursday, April 2nd, 2026, at Mobolaji Johnson Arena (Onikan Stadium), Victoria Island, Lagos, as part of a broader effort to drive the development and growth of flag football in school sports and strengthen the culture of school sports in Nigeria, particularly on the grassroots level of the sport.

The tournament reflects NAFA's commitment to creating structured opportunities for young student-athletes to participate in organized sports, while building a sustainable pathway for the growth of flag football at the grassroots and school levels.

Hosted by NAFA, the tournament is being delivered with support from the leadership of the Nigeria Federation for American Football (NFAF), the sport's emerging governing body, whose involvement signals a new era of leadership, collaboration, and strategic direction for the sport in Nigeria.

This initiative is also backed by key strategic partners, including Browns Nigeria, Nigeria School Sports Federation (NSSF), Lagos State Sports Commission, IFAF, and NFL FLAG, all of whom share a common vision for expanding school sports and creating more opportunities for youth participation and development.

Beyond the competition, the NFL FLAG U13 Co-ed Flag Football National Tournament Invitational is a powerful vehicle for promoting school sports and encouraging wider participation among young people.

By bringing together schools and emerging student-athletes in a structured tournament environment, NAFA continues to embed flag football within the school sports ecosystem and inspire a new generation of players.

As school sports continue to play a vital role in youth development, initiatives like this tournament provide students with opportunities to build teamwork, discipline, confidence, and leadership through sport.

The continued rise of flag football in Nigerian schools is already producing encouraging results. A recent milestone was recorded when Green Springs School Lekki represented Nigeria at the maiden NFL FLAG U-13 African Championship in Egypt last year, demonstrating the growing competitiveness of Nigerian school-based flag football and highlighting the potential of young athletes when given the right platform and support.

This achievement reinforces the importance of sustained investment in school sports and grassroots development, and serves as motivation for the next generation of athletes participating in the NFL FLAG U13 Co-ed Flag Football National Tournament Invitational.

With support from the executive members of NFAF and the collaboration of strategic partners, NAFA's hosting of the NFL FLAG U13 Co-ed Flag Football National Tournament Invitational marks an important step in building awareness, participation, and long-term structure for flag football in Nigeria.

Together, NAFA and its partners are laying the foundation for a stronger school sports system and a more vibrant future for flag football-one that begins in schools, grows through opportunity, and thrives through collaboration.

For media inquiries and further details, contact: media@nafa.ng

NAFA to Host NFL FLAG U13 Co-ed Flag Football National Tournament Invitational to Advance Grassroots Growth In School Sports

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