Arena Football League facts for kids
The Arena Football League (or AFL) was an exciting American football league in the United States. It first ran from 1987 to 2008. After a short break, it came back in 2010. When the original league ended, a new one called Arena Football 1 started. Some of the old AFL teams joined this new league. Later, Arena Football 1 changed its name back to the Arena Football League. In 2017, there were 5 teams playing.
Arena football is different from the outdoor football you might know, like the NFL. It's played in a smaller indoor arena. Each team has only 8 players on the field at a time, not 11 like in the NFL. This makes the game faster and more action-packed!
Teams in the League
The Arena Football League has had many teams over the years. Here are the teams that were part of the league in 2017:
| Team | City | Arena | Started | Joined AFL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | Baltimore | Royal Farms Arena | 2017 | |
| Cleveland Gladiators | Cleveland | Quicken Loans Arena | 1997 | |
| Philadelphia Soul | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Wells Fargo Center | 2004 | |
| Tampa Bay Storm | Tampa, Florida | Amalie Arena | 1987 | |
| Washington Valor | Washington, D.C. | Verizon Center | 2017 | |
A History of Teams
Over the years, many different teams have joined and left the Arena Football League. It's common for sports leagues to see teams change, move to new cities, or even change their names. This shows how much the league has grown and changed since it started in 1987.
Images for kids
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An AFL goalpost
See also
In Spanish: Arena Football League para niños
