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Troy Vincent, Pierre Trochet announced as Co-Chairs of “Vision28” Group to spearhead flag football’s efforts for Olympic inclusion

NFL and IFAF further strengthen partnership with joint push towards dream of flag football at Olympic Games Los Angeles 2028​ Pierre Trochet, President of the International Federation of American Football (IFAF) and Troy Vincent, Executive Vice President of Football Operations of the National Football League (NFL) have today been announced as Co-Chairs of the newly formed "Vision28" Group to lead flag football's efforts towards inclusion at Olympic Games Los Angeles 2028. The announcement was made on the sidelines of The World Games 2022 in Birmingham, Alabama, where flag football is making a milestone first appearance at a major, global multi-sport event. The NFL is presenting partner of flag football at these Games, which have seen 8 women's and 8 men's teams representing 10 countries from across 3 continents light up the iconic Legion Field stadium in a series of electrifying contests. As Co-Chairs of the Vision28 group, Trochet and Vincent will spearhead efforts to build on flag's World Games success with an eye on inclusion as an additional sport at the Olympic Games LA28. The double appointment underscores the true partnership between IFAF and the NFL – and the strength of both organizations' commitment to deliver flag's Olympic dream.  The Vision28 group will bring together key executives and ambassadors from IFAF, the NFL and the wider American football community, with a mission to showcase everything flag football can offer to LA28 and the Olympic movement, long-term.  Flag football is a short, non-contact format of American football, which is the United States' most popular sport. Flag is played by teams of five and prioritizes speed, creativity and athleticism – qualities that align with modern sports consumption habits and are popular with Gen Z audiences. It is also adaptable to a wide range of venues – stadiums, indoor arenas and temporary urban sports parks – making it a flexible and low-cost proposition for multi-sport event organizers.  Flag football is a cornerstone of the NFL's participation and development strategy and a growing focus for the organization. Internationally, it is one of the fastest-growing sports, already played by men and women through IFAF programs in more than 100 countries. The game has great scope for further growth thanks to its highly accessible and inclusive qualities, notably as a platform for female participation in American football.   Pierre Trochet, President of IFAF, said: "It's an honor to work alongside Troy to realize our shared ambition of flag football in the Olympic Games. This joint leadership sends a clear message about the strength of our shared belief in everything flag football can bring to the Olympic Games and the Olympic movement. "Flag is one of the world's fastest-growing sports for a reason. It's fast, it's creative, it's skillful, it's fun. It's America's sport with a Californian spirit. Flag will be a statement pick for LA28, embodying the vision of new-era Games at the nexus of sports and entertainment. We have seen a glimpse of all that potential here at the World Games." Troy Vincent, Executive Vice President of Football Operations of the NFL, said: "We see flag football as an all-inclusive sport, which makes it a great vehicle to spread the values of American football around the world. "As co-chair of the Vision28 mission, the NFL is committed to place critical assets such as technological, broadcast, commercial, sports science, youth engagement, fan engagement at the service of the Olympic movement and our shared global goal of football for all." Diana Flores, IFAF Athlete Ambassador, member of the Mexican women's national team, said: "As an athlete it is my dream to see flag football in the Olympic Games - to see the game that I love represented on sport's greatest stage. It would truly be the highlight of my life to represent my country at Los Angeles 2028.  "Flag football is special - it's fast, creative and exciting - but most importantly it is for everyone; men and women; young and old; tall or short. On the field we are all equal. When I play, I feel free and empowered. In 2028, I hope the whole world will share our love for this sport." Note to Editors:   About Pierre Trochet: Pierre Trochet is the President of the International Federation of American Football (IFAF). He was elected to lead the organisation in December, 2021. Prior to taking up the role, Pierre worked as Director of Development for the French Federation of American Football (FFFA) from 2018-2021 and as Head of Education from 2015-2018. While with the FFFA, Pierre played a major role in the record growth and modernisation of the federation and secured influential broadcast rights agreements that enhanced the visibility of the sport. Pierre began playing American football at age six from his home in Chateauroux, France before going on to represent the Amiens Spartans in the French National League, where he helped the team win the championship title as an offensive lineman. Following that he joined the Danube Dragons in Vienna, Austria, where he currently resides. As a former player, Pierre has an in-depth understanding of the needs of the athletes and ensures their voice is at the heart of the organization. Pierre's ambition is to continue strengthening the governance of IFAF as well as the ongoing development of a robust, global competition calendar. His focus is on advancing high-quality continental performance structures and growing the sport of flag football worldwide. About Troy Vincent: Troy Vincent is the Executive Vice President of Football Operations at the National Football League, beginning his football career as the 7th overall pick in the first round for the Miami Dolphins in the 1992 NFL Draft. After 15 seasons of playing in the league, Troy continues to be nominated for the Pro Football Hall of Fame and has been inducted into the Hall of Fame for the Philadelphia Eagles, the State of Pennsylvania, the University of Wisconsin and Pennsbury High School. In his current position with the NFL, he employs the highest standards to enhance and preserve football and its value to society. His transformational and visionary leadership approach promotes using the game of football to positively impact people's lives through excellence and service by applying clarity, consistency and credibility to all aspects of football operations. About IFAF:   The International Federation of American Football (IFAF) is the international governing body for the sport of American football and is responsible for all regulatory, competition, performance and development aspects of the game on a global level. Provisionally recognised by the International Olympic Committee, IFAF is a member of GAISF and a signatory to the WADA Code. IFAF has 72 member nations across 5 continents.   About the NFL: The National Football League is America's most popular sports league, comprised of 32 franchises that compete each year to win the Super Bowl, the world's biggest annual sporting event. Founded in 1920, the NFL developed the model for the successful modern sports league, including national and international distribution, extensive revenue sharing, competitive excellence, and strong franchises across the board. The NFL is the industry leader on a wide range of fronts.    National Football League to Expand Virtual Commemorative Ticket NFT Offerings for Fans During Upcoming 2022 Season ​NFTs to be distributed at over 100 games including Buffalo Bills and LA Rams Kickoff Matchup New York, NY – (July 13, 2022) –The National Football League (NFL) in collaboration with Ticketmaster announced today new opportunities for fans to receive complimentary virtual commemorative tickets in the form of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) during the 2022 NFL regular season. During the 2021 NFL season, the League successfully distributed more than 500k complimentary virtual commemorative ticket NFTs to fans as part of the sprouting trend of digital keepsakes. For the upcoming season, the League will offer NFTs to every attendee at more than 100 select games, including at least three home games from all 32 clubs. NFTs will also be issued at every week one game, including the Buffalo Bills and LA Rams Kickoff game on September 8, 2022, at Sofi Stadium.  "Last season the NFL rewarded fans with virtual commemorative ticket NFTs at select regular season games, every playoff game, Pro Bowl, and Super Bowl LVI, as well as at the 2022 NFL Draft. By utilizing emerging technology, we introduced fans to the digital realm of NFTs while building engagement, which positioned the league to explore future NFT ticketing opportunities," said Bobby Gallo, SVP of Club Business Development at the NFL. "As we approach the 2022 NFL season, we look forward to expanding our virtual commemorative ticket offerings for over 100 games. We are excited to continue to explore and learn more about this emerging technology, while also continuing to collaborate and innovate with Ticketmaster." When fans scan their tickets upon entry to the stadium, they will become eligible to receive a virtual commemorative ticket. Fans are able to manage their NFTs in a dedicated NFL NFT marketplace powered by Ticketmaster where they can also trade or sell their commemorative NFTs. "NFTs extend the live event experience by giving fans a digital keepsake to remember the game they attended and share the experience with their friends online," said Brendan Lynch, Ticketmaster EVP of Enterprise & Revenue. "Expanding NFT offerings for the 2022 season is yet another example of how Ticketmaster and the NFL continually innovate to take the fan experience to the next level." For the complete list of games eligible for complimentary virtual commemorative ticket NFTs, click here. NFL Network Adds Jamie Erdahl as New Host of 'Good Morning Football' ​ Erdahl Debuts on Emmy Award-Winning Show Monday, July 25 Former CBS Sports & 'NFL ON CBS' Sideline Reporter CBS Sports' and former NFL ON CBS sideline reporter Jamie Erdahl has been named a new host of NFL Network's Emmy Award-winning show Good Morning Football, it was announced today. Erdahl will make her debut on the show Monday, July 25, joining Peter Schrager, Kyle Brandt and Will Selva. Good Morning Football airs Monday-Friday at 7:00 AM ET live from New York City. Erdahl (@JamieErdahl) joins NFL Network from CBS Sports, where she joined in 2014 and will continue to work for select assignments. During her eight years with CBS, Erdahl served as a sideline reporter for the NFL ON CBS, and most recently was the lead SEC ON CBS reporter. While at CBS Sports, Erdahl also served as a sideline reporter for the network's coverage of the NCAA Division 1 Men's Basketball Championship and regular season college basketball games, as well as an analyst for select women's college basketball games on CBS Sports Network. Additionally, Erdahl hosted the network's studio coverage of the NFL and college basketball, and was a major part of the CBS Sports HQ launch in 2018 appearing as an anchor for the 24/7 sports news outlet. Prior to joining CBS Sports in 2014, Erdahl worked at NESN as a host and reporter. "To be able to add a talent of Jamie's caliber and experience to Good Morning Football is tremendously exciting for not only the show but NFL Network overall," said Mark Quenzel, NFL Network Senior Vice President, Head of Content. "I have long been a fan of Jamie's since her time at NESN, and throughout her career thus far she has earned a remarkable reputation throughout the industry. Jamie has consistently demonstrated a great knowledge of the NFL, the ability to be versatile and a quick wit, and we look forward to watching Good Morning Football continue to grow with her joining Peter, Kyle, Will and the rest of the team." Erdahl played basketball and softball at St. Olaf College prior to transferring to American University, where she received her degree in communications. Dieciséis equipos internacionales de Tochito NFL participarán en Los Juegos Mundiales de Birmingham En la justa competirán dos equipos mexicanos en las categorías masculina y femenina  CIUDAD DE MÉXICO a 30 de junio de 2022.- Dieciséis de los mejores equipos de Tochito del mundo competirán por el oro por primera vez cuando los Juegos Mundiales 2022 comiencen el próximo mes en Birmingham, Alabama, dos de ellos mexicanos en las categorías masculina y femenina. Los Juegos Mundiales regresan a los Estados Unidos por primera vez desde 1981 y por primera vez cuentan con Tochito como un evento oficial, y el torneo se jugará del 10 al 14 de julio. Esto marca un hito importante para el crecimiento global del popular formato de futbol americano, que es la piedra angular de la estrategia de participación juvenil de la NFL. El Tochito se une al programa deportivo junto con otras 33 disciplinas en el evento multideportivo de estilo olímpico, luego de su inclusión por parte de la Asociación Internacional de Juegos Mundiales (IWGA) en 2020. Flag Football @TWG2022 Presented by the NFL en asociación con la Federación Internacional de Futbol Americano ( IFAF), contará con ocho equipos masculinos y ocho femeninos de todo el mundo. Los juegos se llevarán a cabo en el histórico Legion Field de Birmingham, creando un telón de fondo inigualable para mostrar lo mejor del deporte dinámico sin contacto. "Los Juegos Mundiales son una gran plataforma para exhibir el Tochito como un juego emocionante, competitivo y dinámico que puede ser jugado por todos sin importar la edad o el género", dijo Troy Vincent, Vicepresidente Ejecutivo de Operaciones de la NFL. "Tochito es uno de los deportes de más rápido crecimiento a nivel mundial y los Juegos Mundiales sin duda acelerarán ese crecimiento, ya que los campeonatos de Tochito inspiran que el futbol americano es para todos". Como campeones mundiales reinantes, los equipos masculino y femenino de Estados Unidos se han preclasificado para el torneo. Los equipos nacionales de Tochito de EE. UU. son organizados y administrados por USA Football, el organismo rector nacional del deporte y miembro del Comité Olímpico y Paralímpico de EE.UU. Los 14 equipos restantes obtuvieron su lugar a través del proceso de clasificación internacional de IFAF. Las siguientes naciones participarán en los juegos de este año: Equipos Masculinos Grupo   Equipos Femeninos Grupo Austria B   Austria A Dinamarca A   Brasil B Francia A   Francia A Alemania B   Italia B Italia B   Japón B México B   México B Panamá A   Panamá A Estados Unidos A   Estados Unidos A   "Estamos encantados de que el Tochito se una al programa deportivo oficial de los Juegos Mundiales por primera vez", dijo Pierre Trochet, presidente de la IFAF. "Éste es un hito en el desarrollo del deporte y una oportunidad fantástica para exhibir el Tochito NFL como un deporte internacional verdaderamente de clase mundial. "Creemos que el Tochito NFL -nuestro formato acelerado, emocionante e inclusivo-, se adapta perfectamente a esta plataforma multideportiva. Nuestros atletas masculinos y femeninos altamente capacitados sin duda brindarán un momento verdaderamente histórico en Birmingham el próximo mes, uno que enciende e inspira a la próxima generación de jugadores y aficionados, y estamos encantados de trabajar junto con Los Juegos Mundiales y la NFL para que esto suceda". Los Juegos Mundiales 2022 de Birmingham se llevarán a cabo del 7 al 17 de julio. La competencia Tochito NFL comienza con partidos preliminares el 10 y 11 de julio y los playoffs comienzan el 12 de julio. El torneo concluye con la final el 14 de julio, cuando se otorgarán las primeras medallas de Tochito de Los Juegos Mundiales. NFL Network transmitirá los juegos por la medalla de oro de hombres y mujeres el 21 de julio con Rhett Lewis y las leyendas de la NFL Michael Robinson y Maurice Jones-Drew. Bobby Taylor y Tony Richardson estarán presentes en las competencias de Tochito como capitanes honorarios de Legends. Sixteen International Flag Football Teams to Compete at The World Games in Birmingham, AL ​BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Sixteen of the world’s best flag football teams will compete for gold for the first time when The World Games 2022 begin in Birmingham, Alabama next month.  The World Games returns to the United States for the first time since 1981 and for the first time features flag football as an official event, with the tournament set to be played July 10-14. This marks a major milestone for the global growth of the popular football format, which is the cornerstone of the NFL’s youth participation strategy. Flag football joins the sports program alongside 33 other disciplines at the Olympic-style, multi-sport event, following its inclusion by the International World Games Association (IWGA) in 2020. Flag Football @TWG2022 Presented by the NFL, in partnership with the International Federation of American Football (IFAF), will feature eight men’s and eight women’s teams from around the world. Games will be hosted at Birmingham’s historic Legion Field, creating an unrivalled backdrop to showcase the very best of the dynamic, non-contact sport. “The World Games is a tremendous platform to showcase flag football as an exciting, competitive, dynamic game that can be played by everyone regardless of age or gender,” said Troy Vincent, NFL Executive Vice President of Football Operations. “Flag is one of the fastest growing sports globally and The World Games will no doubt accelerate that growth as the Flag championships inspire that football is for all." As reigning world champions, the United States men’s and women’s teams have both pre-qualified for the tournament. The U.S. National Flag Football Teams are assembled and managed by USA Football, the sport’s national governing body and a member of the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee. The remaining 14 teams earned their place through IFAF’s international qualifying process. The following nations will participate in this year’s games: Men Group   Women Group Austria B   Austria A Denmark A   Brazil B France A   France A Germany B   Italy B Italy B   Japan B Mexico B   Mexico B Panama A   Panama A United States A   United States A   “We are thrilled to have flag football join the official sports program at The World Games for the first time,” said Pierre Trochet, President of IFAF. “This is a milestone in the sport’s development and a fantastic opportunity to showcase flag as a truly world-class, international sport.  “We believe flag football - our fast paced, exciting, and inclusive format - is perfectly suited to this multi-sport platform. Our highly skilled men’s and women’s athletes will undoubtedly deliver a truly historic moment in Birmingham next month, one that ignites and inspires the next generation of players and fans, and we are delighted to work together with The World Games and NFL to make it happen.” The World Games 2022 Birmingham will take place from July 7-17. The Flag Football competition kicks off with preliminary matches July 10-11 and playoffs starting July 12. The tournament concludes with the finals on July 14, when the first-ever flag football medals of The World Games will be awarded. NFL Network will broadcast an enhanced package of the men’s and women’s gold medal games on July 21 with Rhett Lewis and NFL Legends Michael Robinson and Maurice Jones-Drew on the call. Bobby Taylor and Tony Richardson will be on site for the flag football competitions as honorary Legends Captains. For more information about The World Games 2022’s flag football competition, visit https://twg2022.com/flag-football/. Tickets for can be purchased online for flag football, and all other events, at https://am.ticketmaster.com/twg2022/. NFL Partners with Contract With Black America to Strengthen Economic Equality ​The NFL has spent and allocated over $125 million targeting Black-owned businesses over the last year, bolstering its commitment to economic equity New York, NY – The National Football League (NFL) announced today its partnership with Contract with Black America Institute (CWBA), an economic inclusion-focused initiative led by artist and entrepreneur O'Shea Jackson, also known as Ice Cube. The CWBA and NFL partnership enhances the NFL's dedication to increasing economic equity and partnerships with Black owned businesses. The collaboration focuses on identifying League-wide opportunities in the financial, tech, and production sectors, with a concentration on increasing direct and indirect spend to national Black businesses to help close America's racial and economic wealth gap.    "For more than a year, the CWBA Institute has been working closely with the NFL on identifying resources to build stronger, more substantive economic partnerships with the Black community," said Ice Cube. "Our team at CWBA, including my longtime business partner and entertainment lawyer Jeff Kwatinetz, and advisors Ja'Ron Smith and Chris Pilkerton, are focused on building corporate partnerships with measurable economic growth outcomes for Black communities across the country. We believe this is a giant step in the right direction." Driven by a strong internal commitment to diversify the NFL's business partnerships with organizations like CWBA, the League has spent and allocated $125 Million with Black owned and operated businesses such as Ariel Investments, CityFirst/Broadway Bank, Cover Communications, and Fearless Technology during the last year.   "City First Bank is pleased to have formed a strategic partnership with the National Football League and Contract With Black America," said City First Bank President & CEO Brian Argrett. "This partnership supports and accelerates each organization's commitment to ensuring that minority businesses have access to capital and opportunities to fuel their growth. Partnerships like this are critical to driving equitable economic change within the Black community as well as supporting the growth of City First Bank and other Black-led and Black-owned financial institutions that deploy capital for economic growth and empowerment."  "Our partnership with CWBA is another reminder that partnering with intentional organizations is critical to everything we do at the League," said NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell. "Black businesses play a major role in our country's economic prosperity. We understand these businesses have not always had the opportunity for exponential growth, so we are pleased to have partners like Ice Cube and his organization, CWBA, in a continued, collective push toward greater economic inclusion." Building off of its long-standing Business Connect program, which works to afford minority, woman, LGBTQ+ and veteran-owned businesses Super Bowl & Draft opportunities, the NFL looks to continue to expand and diversify its vendors through strategic national partnerships. NFL and IFAF join forces to celebrate Olympic Day with Flag Football showcase in Africa ​NFL players and Legends join school children in Ghana for Flag Football Day The NFL and the International Federation of American Football [IFAF], the sport's world governing body, joined forces this week to celebrate the occasion of Olympic Day with a showcase of flag football in Accra, Ghana. Children aged 12 to 14 from 10 local schools in Accra joined NFL stars and legends and the Ghana American Football Federation to play flag football and celebrate Olympic Day by wearing the colours of the Olympic rings and highlighting the #OlympicDay and #MoveForPeace messages. The young participants also had lessons in teamwork and sportsmanship. The NFL and IFAF joined sports organisations globally to promote the theme 'Move For Peace' – aligned to the International Olympic Committee's overarching message of 'Together For A Better World'. Olympic Day has been held annually on 23 June since 1948. The Flag Football Day was one of a range of sporting activities, including a local talent identification camp and a fan event, during NFL Africa: The Touchdown, a week of festivities designed to engage the growing American Football fanbase and attract new players and fans across the nation and wider region. In particular, IFAF and the NFL are promoting flag football – the quicker, more inclusive, non-contact discipline of American football to drive forward the sport's international expansion plans and accelerate global growth. Current NFL stars that took part in the event and wider week of activities included: Seattle Seahawks Uchenna Nwosu [Nigeria], Houston Texans Ogbonnia Okoronkwo [Nigeria], Cleveland Browns Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah [Ghana], and Indianapolis Colts Kwity Paye [Liberia]. The line-up also included NFL Legends Mathias Kiwanuka [Uganda], and Osi Umenyiora [Nigeria]. With more than 100 players of African descent [born in Africa or first generation born in the U.S.] playing in the NFL, this week's events highlighted the contributions of its African players and introduced the sport to the next generation of fans. These international events again reaffirmed the growing popularity of flag football and IFAF and the NFL's shared commitment to develop the discipline globally. Pierre Trochet, President of IFAF, said: "The partnership and integrated approach between the NFL and IFAF have helped to deliver amazing American football events in Ghana that showcase the youth-focused flag football discipline. "American football is growing globally and we believe flag will power the next phase of its development in Africa and worldwide as a fast-paced, inclusive, easy to play and watch, format of the sport. "On the occasion of Olympic Day, and looking ahead to flag's debut at The World Games next month, we are committed to growing the game around the world and engaging the next generation of sports fans." Damani Leech, NFL Chief Operating Officer of International, said: "Flag football is the cornerstone of the NFL's youth participation strategy. As we continue to invest in growing our youth fan base in both our domestic and international markets, flag football will increasingly be a focus of growth for the NFL. "What we have witnessed this week in Africa gives us enormous confidence that American football has huge potential around the world.  Our relationship with IFAF, particularly through our flag development programmes, will be crucial in realising that potential and introducing a new generation of players and fans to the sport." 2022 Training Camp Reporting Dates and Locations TEAM SITE LOCATION ROOKIES VETERANS Arizona State Farm Stadium Glendale, AZ 7/21 7/26 Atlanta Atlanta Falcons Training Facility Flowery Branch, GA 7/19 7/26 Baltimore Under Armour Performance Center Owings Mills, MD 7/19 7/26 Buffalo St. John Fisher College Rochester, NY 7/18 7/23 Carolina Wofford College Spartanburg, SC 7/26 7/26 Chicago PNC Center at Halas Hall Lake Forest, IL 7/23 7/26 Cincinnati Paul Brown Stadium Cincinnati, OH 7/23 7/26 Cleveland CrossCountry Mortgage Campus Berea, OH 7/22 7/26 Dallas Marriott Residence Inn Oxnard, CA 7/26 7/26 Denver UCHealth Training Center Englewood, CO 7/26 7/26 Detroit Detroit Lions Training Facility Allen Park, MI 7/23 7/26 Green Bay Nitschke Field Green Bay, WI 7/22 7/26 Houston Houston Methodist Training Center Houston, TX 7/24 7/26 Indianapolis Grand Park Westfield, IN 7/23 7/26 Jacksonville Episcopal School of Jacksonville Jacksonville, FL 7/24 7/24 Kansas City Missouri Western State University St. Joseph, MO 7/22 7/26 Las Vegas Intermountain Healthcare Performance Center Henderson, NV 7/18 7/20 L.A. 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