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Team Germany Shines at the International NFL Flag Championships

Schüler eines Münchner Gymnasiums beim Flag Football Turnier in den USA
Team Germany from Munich impressed on and off the field at the International NFL Flag Championships in Orlando, USA, showcasing both athletic talent and international camaraderie.

A Strong Performance in Orlando

From January 31 to February 2, the U12 flag football team from Munich's Erasmus-Grasser-Gymnasium represented Germany at the International NFL Flag Championships. Competing against 12 teams from around the world, the mixed team of boys and girls reached the round of 16, delivering a stellar performance. The tournament concluded with Team Canada defeating Team Japan 32-0 to claim the championship title.

The U12-Flag-Team of the Munich Erasmus-Grasser-School showed a great performance in the United States (© City of Munich)

Building Friendships Beyond the Field

Highlighting the spirit of international friendship, Team Germany brought friendship bracelets to Orlando, distributing them to players from other nations. This thoughtful gesture not only brought smiles but also symbolized unity and sportsmanship beyond the field. The championships ran alongside the NFL Pro Bowl Games, where the NFC team triumphed over the AFC team 76-63 in a thrilling flag football match.

Players competed hard for every single yard during the tournament (© City of Munich)

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