Sprint football facts for kids

Sprint football is a special kind of American football played by colleges and universities in the United States. It used to be called lightweight football. The game follows the same rules as regular American football, but with one big difference: how much the players weigh!

What is Sprint Football?

Sprint football is a college sport where players must be lighter than in regular football. It's played by teams from different universities. The main idea is to make the game fair for smaller athletes. This way, speed and skill become even more important than just being big and strong.

How is Sprint Football Different?

The most important rule in sprint football is about player weight. To play, a football player must weigh 178 pounds (about 81 kilograms) or less. Also, they need to have at least 5% body fat. These rules mean that players are usually faster and more agile. This can make the game very exciting to watch!

Who Manages Sprint Football?

The sport of sprint football is managed by an organization called the Collegiate Sprint Football League. This league sets all the rules and organizes the games for the college teams. It helps make sure that the sport is played fairly and safely for all the student-athletes.

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  Navy sprint football team, Fall 1963.