Two Roanoke youth football teams are asking for community support as they prepare to compete in a national championship. WFIR’s Ian Price reports.
ROANOKE, Va. (AP) — The Roanoke-based 540 Powerhouse 7U and 11U football teams have secured the AYF Regional Championship title after a stellar performance in Woodbridge, Virginia. The victory earned them a coveted spot at the American Youth Football (AYF) National Championships in Naples, Florida, scheduled to take place from Dec. 8 to Dec. 14.
To turn this opportunity into reality, the teams are calling on the community for support. Donations are needed to help cover travel, food, and lodging expenses for the young athletes.
Contributions can be made through the following platforms:
- Cash App: $540Powerhousecheer
- Venmo: @Katrina-Henderson-25
- PayPal: @KatrinaHend
The teams expressed their gratitude in advance for any assistance that helps them represent Roanoke on the national stage.
For more information about how to support the 540 Powerhouse teams, listeners can follow updates through their local Roanoke radio station and social media channels.
