Nigeria Secondary School Flag Football League
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The Nigeria Secondary School Flag Football League (NSSFFL) is a national flag football competition for secondary school students in Nigeria. Organized by the Nigerian American Football Association (NAFA), the league aims to promote the sport of flag football among young Nigerians and provide a platform for students to showcase their skills and talents.
History
The NSSFFL was established in 2019 with the [1] goal of developing and popularizing flag football in Nigeria. The league has since grown to become one of the premier secondary school sports competitions in the country.
Format
The NSSFFL is divided into two categories: boys and girls. The competition[2] is open to students between the ages of 12 and 18, and teams must be registered with the NAFA.[3] The league follows a round-robin format, with teams competing against each other in a series of matches. The top teams in each category then compete in a knockout stage to determine the champion.
Past winners
- Boys' Category:
- [2023]:(GSS), Eket, Akwa Ibom State[4]
- Girls' Category:
- [2023]: African Church Grammar School, Abeokuta, Ogun State[5]
The NSSFFL has been hosted by various states in Nigeria, including Ondo State in 2023.[6]
Objectives
The NSSFFL aims to:
- Promote the sport of flag football among secondary school students in Nigeria
- Provide a platform for students to showcase their skills and talents
- Encourage physical fitness and healthy living among young Nigerians
- Develop the sport of flag football in Nigeria[7]
Scholarships
The NSSFFL offers educational and sports to the winning teams, providing opportunities for students to pursue their academic and athletic goals.[8]