Going Out: A night to celebrate EAFL stars at Els Golf Club

Jay Asser 12:46 21/05/2015
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  • Various awards will be presented in all four divisions.

    The Emirates American Football League’s best will be honoured at the annual EAFL Player Awards this weekend during a fun social evening.

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    Along with players, coaches and families, everyone is welcome to celebrate the individual achievements of this season’s standout performers.

    The event will take place at Els Golf Club at Dubai Sports City tomorrow (Friday), reuniting the EAFL community for a summer gathering.

    “With athletes, siblings, parents, coaches, and fans from all teams and all divisions in attendance, the EAFL Player Awards is an opportunity for our community to come together in a more casual and non-competitive environment to celebrate excellence,” EAFL general manager Dustin Cherniawski said.

    “It also allows us to honour those who have contributed to the growth and development of American Football in the UAE. This includes our coaches, officials, volunteers, and game day staff who do not receive enough appreciation for their efforts.”

    Various awards will be presented in all four divisions – men’s, varsity, junior varsity and pee wee. The headline honours will be for Most Valuable Player, Offensive Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year and Special Teams Player of the Year, chosen by the coaches themselves.

    Stallions' players hold the trophy aloft.

    “These awards are especially meaningful because the winners are selected based on the voting of the coaches,” Cherniawski said.

    “The coaches are the ones who must strategise against these key players, so they are in a unique position to judge their effectiveness on game day.”

    The evening will also feature draw prizes, games and a team gear sale. Festivities will start with drinks at 17:00, followed by the reception dinner at 18:00 and the announcing of the awards at 19:00.

    Tickets cost Dh250 for adults and Dh175 for youth under the age of 11. For a full table, the cost is Dh2,250. To purchase tickets, visit www.eafl.ae.

    Join the EAFL for a memorable night and celebrate the league’s top players.

    WHAT: Emirates American Football League Player Awards
    VENUE: Els Golf Club, Dubai Sports City
    WHEN: Friday, May 22 from 17:00
    Sport360 VERDICT: Whether or not you’re a fan of the EAFL, the evening will be a great opportunity to socialise and have fun.
    CONTACT: To purchase tickets and for more information on the event, visit www.eafl.ae.

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