FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 1/19/17

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL TEAMS TO COMPETE IN NFL FLAG CHAMPIONSHIPS POWERED BY USA FOOTBALL IN ORLANDO

Competition Part of NFL’s Pro Bowl Week Celebration of the Football Community

13-14 Boys Championship Game to be Played at Camping World Stadium and Televised by ESPN

Sixty-four (64) youth flag football teams from will compete in the NFL FLAG CHAMPIONSHIPS POWERED BY USA FOOTBALL at ESPN Wide World of Sports from Friday, Jan. 27 – Saturday, Jan. 28 as part of the NFL’s Pro Bowl Week in Orlando. Games will be played from 10 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. each day. Traditionally hosted at , the NFL FLAG Championships will be held at Pro Bowl for the first time ever as part of the week-long celebration of football across all levels.

Teams from across the country – eight regional champions in four divisions plus 32 at-large teams – will compete in the tournament. NFL Pro Bowl players and Legends will serve as guest coaches, encouraging the teams as they compete for the national title. The 13-14 Boys Championship Game will be aired on ESPN on Sunday, Jan. 29 as part of the network's broadcast of the Pro Bowl at Camping World Stadium. Divisions include 9-10 coed, 11-12 coed, 13-14 boys and 13-14 girls.

Teams qualified for the national championships by winning regional tournaments hosted by USA Football in NFL club markets. Regional tournaments were hosted by the , Houston Texans, , , , , San Diego Chargers and Washington Redskins. At-large teams were chosen by the NFL team in their market.

The 64 teams participating in the NFL FLAG Championships at Pro Bowl will wear jerseys representing each of the NFL’s 32 clubs.

Players and coaches will arrive Thursday, Jan. 26, for a three-day trip to Orlando to compete in the tournament. Teams are provided with hotels, food, ground transportation in Orlando and tickets to the Pro Bowl on Sunday, Jan. 29.

In 2016, more than 350,000 boys and girls ages 5-17 were part of NFL FLAG powered by USA Football. a fun and dynamic non-contact football experience for kids that emphasizes safety, teamwork, self-esteem, discipline and goal-setting.

Participating teams, players and coaches are included below:

9-10 Coed

Team, hometown Regional NFL team jersey Team members Mo Steel Juniors New Orleans Jacksonville Jaguars Players: Sergio Hernandez, Max Jacobs, Jordan Jones, Jake Miami, Florida Saints Manasse, Brody Minick, Carson Orlinsky, Itty Pomeranc, Nolan Senker, Vince Shavers, Nate Smith Coaches: Yossi Behar, Joel Brodsky NSFFL Elite New York Players: Andre Langley, Beverly, Jets Warren Keel, Jordan Rae, Devonte Ozuna, Bryson Green, Massachusetts Luke Lowry, Jordan Em, Davion Irby Coaches: Mike Rae

Play Sports Rams San Diego Los Angeles Rams Players: Sylas Alaimalo, Chasyn Amano, Ma’a Fonoti, Noah Honolulu, Hawaii Chargers Macapulay, Charles-Titan Lacaden, Shley-Kingston Siliado, Derek Tsuchiyama, Kaina Watson, Po’okela Yamashita Coaches: Jon Amano, Kamani Yamashita Play Sports Bills Arizona Players: Davyn Joseph, Keahi Kaneakua, Treston McMillan, Honolulu, Hawaii Cardinals Caysean Melvin, Shancin Reveulto, Jaron Sagapolutele, James Steffany-Flame, Jonah Tavui Coaches: Dean McMillan, Mark Reveulto Red Zone All Houston Green Bay Packers Players: E-Jay Yappor, Lay Lay Grant, Prince Coston, J-Rock Stars Texans Flowers, Robert Finlay, Bean Finlay, Boobie Johnson, Trey Miami, Florida Mercado, JJ Smith, KJ Fraiser Ryan Football New York Players: Cameron Sapp, Darriel Lashon Harper III, Kevin Miami, Florida Jets Cascudo, Jose Luis Leon Jr., Sean Michael Hill, Rashard Snow, Eric Alexander Pereda, Devonte Trevarus WardGrant, Eduardo Jose Nunez Jr., Julian Roberts Coaches: Rudy Fernandez, Johan Betancourt VXS 10U Purple Washington Washington Redskins Players: Chase Bilke, Anthony ‘Mac’ Colvecchio, Nate Arlington, Redskins Hoskins, Aaron Joyce, Brad Morrell, Chase Pavolic, Julien Randolph, Maxwell Randolph, Logan Reilly, Julian Roberson Coaches: Bruce Bilek, Brad Colavecchio YYFFA Indianapolis Cleveland Browns Players: Anthony Bengala, Jack Ericson, Dan Evans, Elliott Youngstown, Ohio Colts “EJ” Giles Jr., Isaiah McCray, Tyler Opritza, Michael Patellis, Tanner Stricko, Antonio Russo Coaches: Elliott Giles Asst Coach: Amy Giles

11-12 Coed

Team, hometown Regional NFL team jersey Team members Flight Zone New York Players: Brayden Ledin, Josh Rush, Quentin Moyet, Jay Panthers Jets Fouchey, Brennen Bochenek, Cole Rubner, Michael Williams Pontiac, Michigan II, Griffin Johnson, Owen Malia, Tommy Crawford Coaches: Bryan Ledin, Eugene Rush Mo Steel Seniors Houston Houston Texans Players: Eli Silverman, Steven Friedman, Levi Gans, Mekhi Miami, Florida Texans Smith, Marc Wendrow, Sammuel Attias, Malcom Davis, Deandre Tamarez, AJ Scott, Jamari Sharpe Coaches: Ken Simmons, Steven Feld NSFFL Elite Washington Carolina Panthers Players: Jason Romans, Jaythean Im, Tyee Ambrosh, Colin Beverly, Redskins Ridley, Connor Cronin, Egan Gouveia, Ryan Torres, Joenel Massachusetts Aguero Coaches: Danny Batista, Jonathan Rivera Red Zone All Indianapolis Players: Tiger Dickens, CJ Donaldson, Jamari Ford, Mark Stars Colts Evans, Rashad Davis, Deyzaione Bell, Yulkeith Brown, Miami, Florida Brandon Inniss, Jaiden Maortazavi Coach: Saaid Mortazavi Ryan Football Arizona Tampa Bay Players: Antonio Smith, Bob Bussey, Julien Lewis, Kelvon Miami, Florida Cardinals Buccaneers Durham, Caron Haggard, Jalen Rogers, Travious Lathan, Navar Maine, Matthew Boston Coaches: Rudy Fernandez, Michael Haggard TFL Colts New Orleans Players: Kaleb Black, Ben Ferguson, Carson Hanson, Josh Spring, Texas Saints Johnson, Diego Martinez, Jacob Smith, Connor Weigman, Jax Traeger Coaches: Carrie Aman, Clint Johnson Tucson Turf San Diego San Diego Chargers Players: Treyson Bourguet, Michael Aguirre, Blake Lehmbeck, Tucson, Arizona Chargers Mason Flores, Marcus Flores, Dominic Martinez, Bryce Robinson, Elijah Joplin, Sam Brown, Roman Figueroa Coaches: Lee Joplin, Eric Lehmbeck YYFFA New England Cincinnati Bengals Players: Ashton O’Brien, Ty Stricko, Chris Altiere, Preston Youngstown, Ohio Patriots Mays, Nicholas Bengala, Nathan Shaw, Aiden Enoch, Terrance Pankey, Shane Lindstrom Coach: Elliot Giles

13-14 Boys

Team, hometown Regional NFL team jersey Team members Arlington 14U At Large Washington Redskins Players: Seth Novak, Thor Koomey, Ryan Bhojwani, Joseph Arlington, Virginia Capretta, Zachary McAndrews, Eric Pacheco, Bradley Pollard, Brandon Warner, Peter Moore, Nolan Shively Coaches: Laura Novak, Chris Koomey Buffalo Bills At Large Buffalo Bills Players: Tyler Baker, CJ Ozolins, Jayden DuBard, Noah Buffalo, New York Kunzman, Amier Mohammad, Jake Ritts, Brandon Brown, Clarence Thomas, Jack Brandon, Jordan Gringols Coaches: Rob Currin, Tim Hirschbeck DAC Giants At Large Players: Chatram Persaud, Isaiah Maxwell, James Cummings, Queens, New Connor Donovan, Nicholas Vakili, Joshua Myers, Tyshawn York Capers, John Cardillo, Collin Brown Coaches: Anthony Maxwell, Patrick Brown Eagle Rock Rams At Large Los Angeles Rams Players: Ayver Axel, Chavez Gerardo, De la Cruz Daniel, Los Angeles, Laxamana John Paolo, Marfisi Christopher, Morales Daniel California Israel, Paman Ken Wally, Ramos Rio, Saucedo Max, Vergara Vincent Coaches: Ritchie Samayoa, Kim Alvarado East Bay Flag At Large Oakland Raiders Players: Devon King, Aaron Friedkin, Liam Burns, Leo Football Cramer, Malcolm Clemons, Samuel, Lucas McNulty, Imad Oakland, Hadid, Jackson Weldon California Coaches: Patrick Burns, Peter Ferioli

East Yonkers Jets At Large New York Jets Players: Wilfredo Acevedo, Aiden Acevedo, Joshua Williams, New York, New Joseph Chirurgi, Tristian Rivera, Rene Delgado, William York Graham, Ayden Collazo, Marco Angarano, Ryan Cooper Coaches: Wilfredo Acevedo, Giulio Tata Eau Claire At Large Green Bay Packers Players: Riley Bauer, Tyler Everson, Ryan Kahl, DeVauntaye Packers Parker, Matthew Johnson, Matthew Kent, Will Ockler, David Eau Claire, Haselwander, Aaron Haselwander, Cole Keiser Wisconsin Coaches: Bobby Diaz, Joseph Haselwander The Farm League At Large Houston Texans Players: Colby Powers, Max Roberts, Colton Craig, Isiah Spring, Texas McClendon, Jalen Johnny, Drew Berra, Bryson Stubblefield, Kason Tullos, Christian Goad, Frank Hickerson Coaches: Logan Patterson, Robert Conrad Fort Wayne Colts At Large Indianapolis Colts Players: Christian Rebman, Jerod Handshoe, Trevor Reed, Fort Wayne, Carson McCauley, Gannon Brown, Michael O’Brien, Michael Indiana Eley, Deron Swanson, Tyler Grossman Coaches: Matthew Brown, Byron Handshoe Frederick Co. At Large Baltimore Ravens Players: Logan Debord, Kyler Dorner, Tommy Kelly, Gavin Frederick, King, James Lockard, Jack McGaha, Jackson Meade, Maryland Matthew Nalley, Ian Spurrier, Jaden Wade Coaches: Arnie McGaha, Shawn Meade Georgia Elite At Large Atlanta Falcons Players: Jordan Southerland, Toussaint Kirk II, Brent Boyd, Falcons Xavier Green, Legend Doggett, Noah Johnson, Andre Craig, Locust Grove, Xavier Williams, Freddie Felton III, Evan Jackson Georgia Coaches: Tyron Williams, Verrol Burris Gridiron At Large Jacksonville Jaguars Players: Parker Balotin, Zachary Rosin-Borroushc, Ayden Jacksonville, Israel, Tyler Rado, Jacques Guillaume, Emarre Campbell, Florida Michael James, Raymond Mitchell, Robert Fredd Jr., Darron Williams Jr. Coaches: Marla Rosin-Borrousch, Bill Johnson High Intensity At Large San Diego Chargers Players: Carson Taumoepeau, Marquez White, Troy Faulkner, Chargers Miles Wingfield, Michael Chirgwin, Chris Howell, Nick Dowd, San Diego, Desmond Taua, Jaylin Moncreif, Trevor Taumoepeau California Coaches: John Taumoepeau, Charlie Taumoepeau Junior Vikings At Large Minnesota Vikings Players: Sir'Vell Miller, Terrance Kamara, Zurrel Bacon, Minneapolis, Giovanni Gonzalez, Jurtorrie Milon, Trejuan Holloman, Josiah Minnesota Loney, Jamar Nelson, Davion Mitchell-Lullie, Malik Robertson Coach: JD Pride

Kenner Saints At Large New Orleans Saints Players: Justin Ibieta, Andrew Margavio, Kyle Walker, Jacolby Kenner, Louisiana Kirby, Nicholas Troncoso, Blaine Starring, Christian Calamari, Kyle Edwards, Leonard Kelly Coaches: Tony Manzella, Arthur Troncoso Lindbergh Chiefs At Large Kansas City Chiefs Players: Tobias Price, Nick Simpson, Aidan Clancy, Logan Lindbergh, Miller, Logan Koop, Josh Lorenz, Mitchell Bonczkowski, Missouri Broden Guirl, Alec Clinton, Adam Reed Coaches: Paul Miller, Paul Bonczkowski Miami Dolphins At Large Miami Dolphins Players: Brody Palhegyi, Daryl Porter, Earl Little, Isaiah Taylor, Miami, Florida Mason Taylor, Oronde Gadsden, Kellen Madison, Ricardo Hallman, Coleman Bennett, Tyson Russell Coaches: Donnell Bennett, Anthony Harris Mo Steel Vets Houston Jacksonville Jaguars Players: Deondrick Speigh, Donovan Jones, Hakeem Sturrup, Miami, Florida Texans Justin Payoute, Zach Zibelli, Ido Yaari, Kentron Poitier, Robert Behar, Anthony Johnson, Tyler Gale Coaches: Hector Clavijo, Josh Silverman Muny Football At Large Cleveland Browns Players: Andre Rodgers, Damion Crawford, Keith Allen, Browns Marvin Conkle, Michael Gravely Jr., Parsha Hardman, Cleveland, Ohio Torrance Davis, Tyonne Parks, William Anglen, Jalyn Sweeney Coach: Cardell Parker National Flag At Large Detroit Lions Players: Aiden Shipmen, Eric Craft, Jake Dresselhouse, Lions Jamari Buddin, Adam Mrakitsch, Brock Porter, Zachary Pontiac, Michigan Swartz, Jus’tyz Tuggle, Alec Ward, Jacob Yarberry Coaches: Todd Porter, Eric Craft Neighborhood At Large Players: Zion Phillips, Peyton Inderlied, Maxwell Tindell, Sports Highland Jy”Von Sipho, Caleb Hulbin, Davion Heights, Joshua Village Cowboys Montgomery, Jalen McCoslin Austin, Texas Coaches: Kim Phillips, Rod Brown NJ Panthers At Large Philadelphia Eagles Players: Chris O’Neil, Anee Kumar, Evan Miles, David Green, Cherry Hills, New Alijah Clark, Corey Cuascut Palmer, Darian Chesnut, Jada Jersey Byers, Isaiah Turner, Elijah Williams Coaches: Michael Tucker, Jay Arthur Northwest Premier At Large Seattle Seahawks Players: Shane Nowell, Julien Simon, Caden Jumper, Jace Seattle, Klucewich, Everette Isaac, Paolo Banchero, Reed Shumpert, Washington Emeka Egbuka, Turner Allen, Will Coaches: Sam Adams, Zuri Hector NSFFL At Large New England Patriots Players: Samy Lamthe, Connor Garland, Thomas Garland, Beverly, Tahj Purter, Mathias Fowler, Tyrese Baptista, Isiah Braggs, Massachusetts Jakob Flores, Gabriel Sanchez Coaches: Jonathan Rivera, Danny Batista Players: Ben Pecina, Kristopher Chiary, Justin De La Cruz, Isaiah Williamson, Bryan Pena, Alexi Echebarria, Nicholas Deangelo, Tyreke Jackson NSFFL Indianapolis New York Giants Coaches: TJ Pecina, Jessica Parisella Beverly, Colts Massachusetts NSFFL Elite New England New England Patriots Players: Mathieu Severance, Lisandro Pacheco, Jerry Mervil, Beverly, Patriots Brendon Brown, Jacob Perez, Justin Fitzpatrick, Jack Crowley, Massachusetts Marcus Montagnino Coaches: Danny Batista, Jonathan Rivera ODB Bears At Large Chicago Bears Players: Josh Zakoian, Will Komar, Taidghin Trost, Nate Chicago, Illinois Boldog, Bradley Bowers, Jacob Knuerr, Sam Knuerr, Daniel Khoury Coaches: Pete Zakoian, Jeff Boldog Pelion Elite At Large Carolina Panthers Players: Pryce Whitten, Colby Miles, Ethan Davis, Jackson Swansea, South Moody, Tyler Looney, Devin White, Mikey Jones, Deshontez Carolina Gray, Trevan Davis, Keon Middleton Coaches: Gary Jones, Lamar Ray Pittsburgh At Large Players: Khalil Schafer, Sayon Bennett, Michael Jackson, Steelers Leon McCoy, Shakur Pack-Adams, Dante Douglas, Eric Pittsburgh, Williams, Dominic Williams, Anthony Jagers, Angelo Reeves Pennsylvania Coaches: Chris Curd, Dennie Wolford Prime Time San Diego San Francisco 49ers Players: Colton Crescione, Isaiah Eastman, Esaac Edwards, Phoenix, Arizona Chargers Brail Lipford, Brady Medina, Luke Roshay, Jacob Ryan, Chris Sippel, Elijah Taylor Coaches: Tim Crossland, Chris Crescione Prime Time At Large Arizona Cardinals Players: Jake Martinelli, Marcus Libman, Jack Havener, Phoenix, Arizona Morgan Alexander, Ben Atkinson, Nicholas Fratantoni, Mathew Goodlow, Canaan Mullins, Thomas Christakos, Kenji Roland Coaches: Kevin Martinelli, Joe Libman PROtential Sports At Large Tampa Bay Players: Erik Rennesund, Hunter Starkey, Kellan McMullen, Tampa Bay, Buccaneers Marcus Brown, Noah Dingus, Brett Morales, Dalton Florida Streitmatter, Navin Periannan Coaches: Tony Bland, Julie Garretson Red Zone All New Orleans Indianapolis Colts Players: Kahlil Brantley, Jacorey Tim Brooks, Jovan Demetrius Stars Saints Ferguson, Marcus Fleming Jr., Franklin Gore Jr., Roscoe Miami, Florida Parrish, Brandon McDuffey Jr., Presley Pomeranc, Malik Rutherford, Jermaine Witherspoon Coaches: Luis Rodriquez, Saaid Mortazani Rush Job At Large Cincinnati Bengals Players: Noah Pease, Anthony McCoy, Troy Stellatto, Trevorj Columbus, Ohio Corneau, Jaden Roberts, Jahod Lankford, Jalani Lee, Max Gillum, Deandrew Ham, Anthony Sledge Coaches: Melvin Burt, Damon Roberts

Ryan Football New England Miami Dolphins Players: Jonathan Nesbit, Tyronn Streeter, Kelcin James Miami, Florida Patriots Durham Jr., Keshawn Washington, Anton Hall Jr., Brashard Smith, Jaiden Froncois, Stanley Clark Jr., Jaheim Jayvon Jerry, Cornelius Collier Coaches: Rudy Fernandez, Patrick Webb Tennessee At Large Players: Jamelvien Evans, Travis Harris, Jadarious Lee, Toleo Tarheels Malone, Taevonne Norbitt, Rico Ranson, Dontarious Nashville, Rutherfod, Sandre Smith, Aurthell Smith, Aukree Smith Tennessee Coaches: Tamarez Davis, Brittany Ligon Tucson Turf Arizona Arizona Cardinals Players: Coben Bourguet, Bijan Robinson, Lathan Ransom, Tucson, Arizona Cardinals Isaiah Roebuck, Christian Braun, Diego Urbina IV, Kai Spencer, Roman Figueroa, Dawson Mchughes, Amarie Simmons Coaches: Trenton Bourguet, Syndrick Steptoe VXS 14U Black Washington Washington Redskins Players: Jacob Busser, Caleb Coombs, Cade Herdman, Brett Arlington, Virginia Redskins Johnson, Mikail Kamara, Nate Kurisky, Will Paige, Jeremy Roach, Bronson Sorrell, Ryan Upp Coaches: Willie Paige, Hassan Kamara Watsonville At Large San Francisco 49ers Players: Jeremy Diaz, Isaiah Bocanegra, Nathaniel Brouse, Watsonville, Ruben Delatorre, Cesar Gonzalez, Josh Herrandez, Isaiah California Gonzalez, Matthew Teran Coach: Moises Leonor, Manny Contreras Jr. We Sport U At Large Denver Broncos Players: William Clarke, Sage Yazzie, Ossy Eiler-Lawson, Broncos Christian Ramirez, Jessie Ramirez, Marcos Schneider, Sai Longmont, Elzinga, Justice Kline, Ayden Bartko, Colton Brown Colorado Coaches: Tim Test, Ryan Fagre

13-14 Girls

Team, hometown Regional NFL team jersey Team members Arlington Fusion Washington Tennessee Titans Players: Lucille Colaccino, Azzi Fudd, Malina Goodwin, Isabel Arlington, Virginia Redskins Zamer, Olivia Baptiste, Sophia Bailey, Shea Messman, Kendall McGowan, Jada Brown, Kira Dann Coaches: Michael Rivera, Bart Gray East Bay Flag San Diego Oakland Raiders Players: Zoe Hindman, Zi’Arion Hutsell, Jayda Sanderson, Football Cowgirls Chargers Morgan McNulty, Leah Schlageter, Olivia Bendich, Olivia Oakland, Boitano, Isabella Boitano, Katerina Senn, Ella Francis California Coaches: Adam McNulty, John Bendich Manzella’s Saints New Orleans New Orleans Saints Players: Makayla Arbelo, Sophie Guzman, Ashley Hebert, Kenner, Louisiana Saints Summer Neumiller, Carly Rambin, Ava Rose, Alyssa Schiaffino, Mariah Skaggs, Jessica Starring, Keilie Villafranco Coaches: Tony Manzella, George Neumiller Neighborhood Houston Dallas Cowboys Players: Jylin Foster, Trinity Henderson, Trinity Hutchins, Sports Pink Texans Ashlea Klam, Addie Orsborn, Heaven Von Rosenberg Austin, Texas Coaches: Galan, Manske, Jason Klam NSSFL Patriots New England New York Giants Players: Daniela Dalleva, Victoria Limone, Alyssa Moreland, Beverly, Patriots Jordan Carey, Krystana Manthorne, Marielle Riccioli, Elianni Massachusetts Monge, Mackenzie Curtis Coaches: Coach: Austin Bradshaw, Coutrney Luker Pink Dynamite New York New York Jets Players: Jaleezia Gibson, Layla Matthias, Erin Young, Chloe Levittown, Jets Roman, Daisha Campbell, Emily Kane, Jennifer Yedman, Pennsylvania Arianna Seals, Ayzia Toledo Coaches: Dave Kane, Eddie Yedman Tucson Turf Arizona Seattle Seahawks Players: Brenna Hayward, Gabriella Rojel, Kyra Vieux, Kyana Tucson, Arizona Cardinals Vieux, Rylen Bourguet, Jaylnn Ransom, Taylor Bourguet, Makayla Roebuck Coaches: Toby Bourguet, Sean Roebuck YYFFA Indianapolis Pittsburgh Steelers Players: Alexis Giles, Jalaya Brown, Emma Elia, Mckenzie Youngstown, Ohio Colts Melendez, Abby Splading, Ashley Mickey, Paige Jankowski, Jenna Olexa, Abby Farber Coaches: Dan Stricko, Paul Lindstrom

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About NFL FLAG Powered by USA Football: NFL FLAG Powered by USA Football (www.nflflag.com) provides opportunities for children ages 5-17 to enjoy America’s favorite sport. With more than 350,000 participants nationwide, players benefit by being physically active through non-contact, continuous action while learning the fundamentals of football, lessons in teamwork and sportsmanship. NFL FLAG is a program of PLAY 60, the NFL’s campaign to encourage kids to be active for 60 minutes a day in order to help reverse the trend of childhood obesity.

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