High School Showcase games to take place on
August 26-27 at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium
Tickets go on sale today at 2 p.m. ET at
www.hofvillage.com
Hall of Fame Village and the NFL Alumni Academy today announced
they will be hosting the 2022 NFL Alumni Academy Freedom Bowl, the
largest high school football event in the country, at Tom Benson
Hall of Fame Stadium on August 26-27. The Freedom Bowl will consist
of five games including national and state powerhouse teams. The
event will also commemorate those who have protected our nation
through military service and will feature additional activities to
support youth football players. Tickets go on sale today at 2 p.m.
ET and can be purchased at www.hofvillage.com.
The weekend kicks off at 5:30 p.m. ET, Friday, August 26 when
Missouri’s #1 ranked Christian Brothers Catholic (St. Louis), takes
on Milton, ranked #3 in Georgia. The 8:30 p.m. nightcap will
feature Cleveland’s Saint Edward’s, the 2021 Ohio State Champions,
against Pittsburgh’s Central Catholic, ranked #10 in Pennsylvania.
Pro Football Hall of Famer Dan Marino was a Parade All American for
Central Catholic, graduating in 1979.
Saturday’s lineup features Canada’s Clarkson North against Perry
(Canton area) at 2 p.m. ET. Camden (New Jersey) takes on Chardon, a
perennial Ohio powerhouse at 5 p.m. followed by the weekend finale
between nationally ranked Saint Frances Academy (#1 in Maryland)
and East St. Louis (#1 in Illinois) at 8 p.m.
“We are excited to host some of the top high school football
teams in America at the Hall of Fame Village for the Freedom Bowl,”
said Mike Levy, President of Operations for Hall of Fame Resort
& Entertainment Company, owner of the Hall of Fame Village. “A
big part of the Freedom Bowl is to not only enjoy the high level of
competition on the field, but to showcase to the student athletes,
coaches and fans those who protect and serve our nation - an
initiative to which we’re passionate about bringing awareness.”
The Freedom Bowl has been taking place for the past five years
in Atlanta, Georgia, and has hosted some of the greatest high
school football teams in the country. This year’s slate of teams
includes:
- Saint Frances (Maryland)
- Milton (Georgia)
- Christian Brothers Catholic (Missouri)
- East St. Louis (Illinois)
- Central Catholic (Pennsylvania)
- Camden (New Jersey)
- Clarkson North (Canada)
- Saint Edward (Ohio)
- Chardon (Ohio)
- Perry (Ohio)
Freedom Bowl founder Dave Menard on the partnership with Hall of
Fame Village and the NFL Alumni Academy stated, “As the Freedom
Bowl continues to grow and develop as a premier destination for
some of America’s most talented high school football programs, we
are exceptionally proud to add the NFL Alumni Academy, Pro Football
Hall of Fame and Hall of Fame Village to our family of marketing
partners. It’s always rewarding to add like-minded partners who
share our core values and are committed to supporting student
athletes. We also would like to thank Joe Maimone from Prep
Gridiron Logistics for always finding the nation’s best teams for
the Freedom Bowl. Collectively, our organizations are dedicated to
prioritizing education, life skills, family values and supporting
all branches of the United States Armed Forces. It’s hard to
imagine a more perfect fit.”
The Freedom Bowl raises awareness for veterans and proceeds
benefit wounded warriors and their military families. Sponsored by
the NFL Alumni Academy, the oldest national organization of retired
former athletes, the event will also feature activities to support
young athletes and recognize those who served, including: a team
skills competition, guest speakers, life skills, partner breakout
sessions and parent, family, and community partner
interactions.
Beasley Reece, CEO of the NFL Alumni Association, said, “This
event embodies everything that the NFL Alumni Association is about.
We couldn’t be happier to play a part in the event and the numerous
alumni that are involved are excited to give back to the sport that
gave so much to them.”
About the Hall of Fame Village powered by Johnson
Controls
Hall of Fame Village powered by Johnson Controls is a multi-use
sports, entertainment and media destination centered around the Pro
Football Hall of Fame's campus in Canton, Ohio. Owned by the Hall
of Fame Resort and Entertainment Company (NASDAQ: HOFV, HOFVW), the
Village currently has over $250 million worth of assets under
management and is one of the largest ongoing construction projects
in Ohio. Phase I of the project entailed the construction of the
Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium, a world-class 20,000 seat, sports
and entertainment stadium, and the National Youth Football and
Sports Complex. Phase II, currently under construction, will add
the Constellation Center for Excellence, the Center for
Performance, a Fan Engagement Zone, a Hall of Fame indoor waterpark
and a Hilton Tapestry Hotel. Phase III is currently in planning
stages. For more information, visit www.HOFVillage.com.
About Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company
Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company (NASDAQ: HOFV,
HOFVW) is a resort and entertainment company leveraging the power
and popularity of professional football and its legendary players
in partnership with the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Headquartered in
Canton, Ohio, the Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company
is the owner of the Hall of Fame Village powered by Johnson
Controls, a multi-use sports, entertainment and media destination
centered around the Pro Football Hall of Fame's campus. Additional
information on the Company can be found at www.HOFREco.com.
About the NFL Alumni Association
The NFL Alumni Association is oldest and most recognizable
national organization of retired former athletes. The NFL Alumni
Association serves former National Football League players, coaches
and other employees whose “Caring for our Own” mission is to serve,
assist and inform former players and their families. NFL Alumni
Health is an entity focused on health and wellness initiatives to
improve the quality of life for NFL Alumni members and their
families. The association offers a variety of medical, financial
and social programs to help members lead healthy, productive and
connected lives, as well as philanthropic and community initiatives
under the NFL Alumni’s “Caring for Kids” programs. The NFL Alumni
Association hosts the NFL Alumni Academy player development program
each football season at the Hall of Fame Village powered by Johnson
Controls in Canton, Ohio. www.NFLalumni.org.
www.NFLalumniacademy.com.
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