IMG Academy Football Returns from Spain Victorious in Many Ways
The engines roared and the Ascenders were gone, lifted out of Florida night and dropped eight hours later into Madrid’s gold afternoon. The city felt alive right away—busy streets, old buildings, people everywhere. They hopped on a bus with and just took it all in,...
read moreIMGA GLOBAL BOWL SERIES SPAIN: IMG Academy Gearing up for their 4th International Contest with Global Football
As the leaves start to turn and the football season heats up here in the States, the IMG Academy Football team is gearing up for a European adventure. From October 7 to October 14, 2025, the team will embark on their fourth Global Bowl journey, this time heading to...
read moreBreaking: Global Football’s Groundbreaking Debut in Flag and 7-on-7!
Picture this: It's March 2026, and you're not just playing football—you're embarking on an epic Mayan adventure that blends gridiron action with the mysteries of ancient civilizations. As the world's leading exporter of American football since 1996, Global Football is...
read moreFaith, Freedom, and Football: A recap of Catholic Bowl V
Under the bright Texas sun at Choctaw Stadium in Arlington, the spirit of Catholic Bowl V soared high on Saturday, September 13, 2025, drawing together six elite Catholic high schools from three states. Football was the feature program, as it is for each Catholic Bowl...
read moreG.I.F.T. 2025 Recap
A True G.I.F.T. -- Ireland! Kiski School (PA) & Jr. Irish Wolfhounds National Team (IE) connect following their game on the gridiron. In this 30th year of Global Football, the 6th version of the Global Ireland Football Tournament - G.I.F.T., turned out to be a grand...
read morePROCEEDS FROM THE GLOBAL IRELAND FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT TO BE SHARED WITH DUBLIN’S HISTORIC ST JAMES GATE FC
American Football High School Games to be Played Energia Park on Friday August 22 Will Support the Club’s Expansion and Community Programs Proceeds from the 2025 Global Ireland Football Tournament being played at EnergiaPark in Dublin on Friday, August 22, are to be...
read moreRocky Bleier Invites You to G.I.F.T. 2025!
Rocky Bleier G.I.F.T. 2025 Honorary Chairman Robert Patrick "Rocky" Bleier is an American former professional football player and a veteran of the United States Army. He played as a running back in the National Football League (NFL) for the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1968...
read moreFootball Tickets Available for G.I.F.T. 2025
Global Ireland Football Tournament Global Ireland Football Tournament, Energia Park, Dublin IE 3:00 PM Hun School vs. NFL Academy 6:30 PM Kiski School vs. Jr. Irish Wolfhounds The Global Ireland Football Tournament (G.I.F.T.) dates back to 2012, when 12 teams decided...
read moreIMG Academy Set for 4th Global Football Journey
Granbury, TX – Global Football is gearing up for its fourth trip with IMG Academy Football, as the team will travel to Spain this upcoming October to play the Spanish U19 Select Team in Madrid. This exciting journey aligns with Spain’s National Day, adding a festive...
read moreCatholic Bowl V Tickets Now Available
Tickets for the 2025 Catholic Bowl in Arlington, TX are now on sale! Join us at Choctaw Stadium for a day filled with Faith, Freedom, and Football! Tickets are now purchasable through the following link: Catholic Bowl...
read moreGLOBAL IRELAND FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT RETURNS TO DUBLIN FOR A SIXTH TIME
American Football, Rugby and Field Hockey Teams from Iowa, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Ireland, and UK Bring a Celebration of Sport to Multiple Venues TUESDAY, JUNE 3, 2025 – DUBLIN, IRELAND – The Global Ireland Football Tournament (GIFT) returns to Dublin for a sixth...
read moreKileleni Reunion Tour Announced for 2027
In June of 2027, Global Football will embark to Africa, for the KILELENI Reunion Tour. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kvYL_uWMR68 DATES June 26 – July 11; Includes Mt. Kilimanjaro 6-day Summit Hike (OR) 6-day Photo safari OR June 26 – July 4; no Mt. Kilimanjaro...
read moreWheaton College Becomes the First American Football Team to Play in Portugal
The Wheaton College Thunder football team’s electrifying journey to Portugal was a blend of cultural immersion, heartfelt service, and athletic milestones that will be remembered across the nation. On May 17, 2025, Wheaton College became the first college football...
read moreMuhlenberg Mules’ Historic Global Victory and Unforgettable Tour of Germany and Austria
Photo credit to Shakral Photography On May 18, 2025, the Muhlenberg Mules delivered a commanding 41-7 victory over the Ravensburg Razorbacks in the Global Ambassadors Bowl at Zeppelin Stadium in Friedrichshafen, Germany. This historic game, the first college football...
read moreHampden-Sydney Football’s Italian Triumph
In May 2025, the Hampden-Sydney College Tigers embarked on an unforgettable adventure to Italy, where the excitement of American football blended with cultural exploration. The highlight of the trip was a dominant 47-0 win against the Napoli Brigante in Naples on May...
read more2025 Catholic Bowl V: Match-Ups Set!
For the fifth consecutive year, the Global Football Foundation, in partnership with the Advancement Foundation of Fort Worth Diocese and the Catholic Diocese of Dallas will present a weekend of Faith, Freedom, and Football. The September 13 triple header at Choctaw...
read moreIMG Academy Football’s Japan Trip: A Cultural & Athletic Milestone for the Ascender Elite
In late April 2025, the IMG Academy Ascender Elite Football team embarked on a historic journey to Japan for the Ascender Elite Global Bowl 2025, held on April 26 in Osaka. This trip, a collaboration with Global Football, was more than an exhibition game—it was a...
read moreTeams Announced for 2026 AerLingus CFB Classic
Since 2012, the Global Ireland Football Tournament (G.I.F.T.) event has welcomed 36 different school teams, from 11 states and 4 nations. The event has taken place in Ireland five different times (2012, 2014, 2016, 2023, and 2024) with 2025 marking the sixth year of...
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