Last updated : Friday, 28 June 2024
About Across Football League 7s
Across Football League 7s (A7FL) is an American football league that plays with a 7-on-7 format, with no helmets or pads. The league was founded in 2014 and has teams in the United States and Canada.
The A7FL is designed to be a more fast-paced and exciting version of football than traditional 11-on-11 football. The lack of helmets and pads makes the game more dangerous, but it also allows for more aggressive play.

The A7FL has been praised for its innovative format and its commitment to safety. The league has also been successful in attracting a younger audience.
Rules and Regulations
- The game is played with 7 players on each team.
- There are no helmets or pads.
- The game is played on a smaller field than a traditional football field.
- Each half is 15 minutes long.
- There is no overtime.
The A7FL has a number of other rules that are designed to make the game safer, such as a ban on spearing and a requirement that players wear mouthguards.
Teams
- The A7FL has teams in the United States and Canada.
- The teams are divided into two divisions: the Eastern Division and the Western Division.
- The top two teams from each division meet in the championship game.

The A7FL has a number of teams that are former professional players, including former NFL players such as Ben Roethlisberger and DeSean Jackson.