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The Exiles have recently been visiting local schools to showcase the game, and have been inundated with requests for a team following it’s popularity. Current senior flag squad Head Coach Steve Cook agreed to also head up the Junior version of the game, and will be ably assisted by local teacher Paul Schaller, himself a former player with the team.
Flag Football is the non-contact version of the sport, similar to Tag Rugby. The principles of the game are similar to the contact version of American Football, however, to make a tackle, you simply rip a flag or ribbon from a belt worn by the ball carrier – it is as easy as that!
Flag Football focuses on the fundamentals of the sport such as running, throwing and catching. It is played by both boys and girls, normally five-a-side. Training is open to all-comers, and requires no previous experience. All equipment for training and playing is provided - but participants should dress appropriately.
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Training will start on Sunday 18th October 2009, and will be between 12 and 1pm, at Orpington Rugby Club (the Exiles normal training venue). Training will run fortnightly at present. To cover costs, participants will be charged £1 per person per session.
For more information, or directions, please email contactus@kentexiles.co.uk or visit the Exiles website www.kentexiles.co.uk Who knows, we could have the next Joe Montana or Dan Marino right here in Orpington…!