WHAT IS AMERICAN FOOTBALL?

2 teams of up to 50 players wearing helmets and shoulder pads attempt to move the ball down field to score a touchdown or a field goal.

Each team has 11 players on the field at any time, with different line ups for offensive and defensive plays.

There are unlimited substitutions throughout the game, which is made up of 4 x 15 minute quarters. The team scoring the most points wins. 

 

HOW MANY TEAMS DO WE HAVE?

Mixed 1st team (BUCS South East 1A)

 

RECENT HONOURS?

  • BUCS South East 2A Winners - 2018/19
  • BUCS South Challenge Cup Winners - 2018/19
  • Essex Blades Bronze Standard Club - 2017/18 
  • Sports Awards Team of the Year Nominee - 2019/20, 2020/21
  • Essex Blades Gold Standard Club - 2018/19, 2019/20, 2020/21, 2021/22
  • Blades Newcomer of the Year - Firat Bora Dögmen - 2021/22
  • BUCS South East 1A Winners - 2022/23

 

DO I NEED ANYTHING ELSE BEFORE I GET INVOLVED?

To get involved, all you need is some boots and a gumshield, the club can provide all the other equipment necessary. No previous expierence is needed and all players of all sizes are welcome.

Upcoming events

American Football Club Tryouts
5th October 11am - 2pm
Sports Fields
Essex Blades American Football Club Official Tryouts
Sport

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Please contact the group committee if you have any queries about which membership is right for you.

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TRAINING TIMES

2ND TEAM TRAINING

Monday

12PM - 3PM

Essex Sport Arena

Friday

3:15PM - 5PM

Sports Hall

3RD TEAM TRAINING

Monday

1:30PM - 3PM

Essex Sport Arena

Friday

12PM - 2PM

Essex Sport Arena

Elections

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