Who are we?
We’re Leigh Miners American Football Academy — a grassroots club based in Tyldesley, giving kids aged 7–14 the chance to play flag football in a safe, fun, and energetic environment. Led by passionate volunteers, including our Head Coach Niall Collins, we focus on building confidence, fitness, and teamwork through one of the fastest-growing sports in the UK. No contact, no tackling — just skills, speed, and smiles!
Why are we crowdfunding?
We’re building something special for our young athletes — but we need your help! We currently have no sponsors and are fundraising to buy essential equipment like footballs, flag belts, cones, and training gear. We also want to enter local competitions to give our players more opportunities to grow and shine. Your support will help us keep sessions affordable for families and continue our mission to make American Football accessible to all.
How we’ll spend the money raised
Here’s how your donation helps us make a difference:
£600 – Flag belts and footballs for all age groups
£2,000 – Training equipment (cones, ladders, agility gear, bibs, etc.)
£1,500+ – Marketing and outreach to grow the team, including safeguarding checks (DBS), coaching courses, and promotional materials
£300 – Competition entry fees and travel support
Every pound you give goes directly to helping children play, train, and thrive in a safe, supportive environment. If we raise extra, we’ll reinvest it into player kits, pitch hire, and more outreach sessions.
Community impact
We’re more than just a team — we’re a community hub. Our sessions offer kids a place to belong, stay active, make friends, and build life skills. We’re inclusive, welcoming children of all backgrounds and abilities, and providing a positive, structured environment outside of school. The wider Tyldesley community benefits too — local sports facilities see increased use, and our older players help mentor the next generation.
How you can play your part
Make a pledge — every pound gets us closer to our goal.
Spread the word — tell your friends, share our link, shout about us!
Offer rewards — local businesses, we’d love your support! Donate a prize or service and we’ll give you a shoutout.
Fundraise for us — got a fun idea? A sponsored run? Cake sale? Get involved and help us keep the momentum going!