
YORKSHIRE ACADEMY OF AMERICAN FOOTBALL
TACKLE & FLAG YOUTH AMERICAN FOOTBALL IN LEEDS
About Us
We were founded with the mission to inspire young people and grow the sport of American Football across Yorkshire.
Our passion continues to drive us, as we promote both the Tackle and Flag versions of the game, helping young athletes develop their skills and love for the sport.
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Taster sessions are free and we welcome all newcomers. Please get in touch or check out our FAQ’s for more information.
So... What's the game all about?
American Football in the UK is broadly split into two formats, Tackle and Flag - both offering different challenges and opportunities.
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A game of specialisms; American Football is a live action chess match between teams with both strategic and tactical elements. As a result it's not only a great way to stay active and be social, it also supports atheltes with mental agility, decision making, situational adaptation, coordination, leadership and team work - all core facets of the game and important life skills for any individual too.
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No matter your personal aspirations or desired level of challenge American Football has a format for you! Whether you're a recreational player, more competitive or even have aspirations of standing on an Olympic podium one day, all of that and more is possible in this sport!
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There are few sports that can offer the same to players or coaches!
Why should I play?
Compete;
Challenge Yourself;
Cultivate New Skills;
Chase Your Greatness;
& Find Your Community!
Join us & start your American Football journey today!
Meet Our Teams
Flag Football

Warrirors
Under 11's

Mercenaries
Under 14's

Samurai
Under 17's
Tackle Football
Assassins
Under 16's
Assassins
Under 19's


Regardless of your age, gender and athletic experience, we have a team for you!​
2026 Season - Tournament Dates
U19's Tackle
TBC
U16's Tackle
TBC
Flag
TBC
The Team Behind Our Teams
All our Coaches are Qualified, Safeguarding trained and DBS checked.
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The Academy is expanding and we are actively looking to recruit new coaches. Experience is not required; we will provide a Coaching Development Pathway for anyone who is interested. Please get in touch and get involved!
The Academy Committee

Will Babbington
​Academy Chairman &
Head of Tackle Programme

Clara Varey
Academy
Secretary

Greg Dawe
Academy
Treasurer

Kyle Taylor
Head of
Flag Programme

Matt Hubbert
General
Member

Gus Bjorkeroth
Safeguarding
Officer

Owen Yarwood
General
Member
Our Tackle Coaches

Vacancy
Recruiting New Coaches

Karl Dugan
Receivers Coach

Orlando Weekes
Line Coach

Mike Rudd
Quarterbacks Coach

Greg Dawe
Line Coach

Matt Hubbert
U19s Defensive Coordinator

Will Babbington
U19s Head Coach

Owen Yarwood
U16s Head Coach
Our Flag Coaches

Kyle Taylor
Head Coach

Lee Moore
Assistant Coach

Taryn Moss
Assistant Coach

Jake Steeley
Assistant Coach

Gus Bjorkeroth
Assistant Coach

James O'Carroll
Assistant Coach

Alexander Copping
Assistant Coach

Holly Clegg
Assistant Coach

Useful Links & Documents
Academy Info
New Player
Sign Up
Academy
Ts & Cs
Social Media
Policy
2025
Fee Schedule
Safeguarding Info
Coaches Safeguarding
Guide
Reporting a
Concern
Injury
Protocol
Safeguarding and
Bullying Statement
For the fashionistas among you, the Academy also sells a wide range of merch'.
For more info, talk to Coach Matt Hubbert.
Our Partners
ENGIE LTD
CLUB SPONSOR
We are grateful for the support of Engie Ltd, whose sponsorship enables the Academy to deliver for our players
CATALYST LTD
FLAG DELIVERY PARTNER
We are grateful to Catalyst Ltd, for delivering our Flag Programme and supporting player development
BAFA
GOVERNING BODY
We are grateful to BAFA for their resources, guidance and dedication to the growth of the sport in the UK
Contact Us
Socials
Find Us
Horsforth Secondary School,
Leeds, LS18 5RF
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Saturday's​
ALL OTHER TEAMS
Prince Henry School,
Otley, LS21 2BB
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Saturday's​
U17's FLAG ONLY
(SAMURAI)