As we are happy to get back on the turf this fall, LMFA house league football has been focused on teaching young players teamwork and sportsmanship while keeping active. In a traditional year, the football season is neatly sandwiched between summer sports (lacrosse, baseball, and soccer) and winter sports (hockey, basketball, and volleyball). This way, our players can play and benefit from multiple sports.
Studies have shown that young athletes who specialize in one sport may have an increased risk of social isolation, anxiety, and burnout, which can ultimately lead to them leaving sports altogether. As we are allowed to return to play and socialize again, we encourage all our players to join as many different sports groups as possible.
Young athletes are more likely to stay interested longer if they are always learning new skills. As well, using the same muscles repeatedly for a long time can lead to injury. By playing different sports, players stress different muscles throughout training, which improves overall strength and conditioning. Multi-sport athletes display improved health and wellness, motivation, confidence, and creativity. Not to mention, playing for the sake of the game and having some good, old-fashioned, fun.
LMFA games are played on Sundays on the turf fields at Citywide Park in London and the new 1Password Park in St. Thomas. The season runs from mid-August to the end of October.
Please visit www.lmfafootball.ca or call 519-852-4465 for more information on the 2022 season and offseason camps and flag football programs.
Submitted by London Minor Football Association
