WHY DOES THE MODEL MATTER?
This model allows us to help reimagine youth football to improve and grow the sport. We’re reducing contact in the game and raising standards to elevate athlete development.
Below you’ll see some of the coverage around the model by major media outlets.
IN THE NEWS
AP COVERAGE
USA Football pilots program to attract more young players
“Six youth leagues will team up with USA Football in the hopes of attracting more young players and improving skills.”
USA TODAY COVERAGE
Opinion: USA Football’s development model teaches how to be an athlete before a player
“The model will be a pathway where anyone can play football for life, whether it be recreationally or highly competitive.”
NFL NETWORK COVERAGE
USA FOOTBALL’s CEO Scott Hallenbeck Joins Super Bowl Live
Watch Scott Hallenbeck speak with NFL Network on USA Football and the model.
FNF COACHES COVERAGE
The model served as the cover story for FNF Coaches Magazine and featured a series of articles.