A7FL INC
BOCA RATON, FLORIDA

A7FL INC, known for pioneering American 7s Football, is a national league established in March 2014 promoting no-pads tackle football. The sport features athletes aged 18-30 who compete on a 100 x 37-yard field without helmets and field goal posts. Each team consists of 7 players with versatile offensive strategies including bone or pistol formations and unrestricted defensive blitzes, contributing to the dynamic pace of games played from April through July. Co-founders Ryan DePaul and Sener Korkusuz launched A7FL in Sayreville, NJ, evolving from early developmental discussions in 2002. Named initially as Town Beef, the league rebranded in 2014 aiming for expansion and a global presence under the vision of transforming American 7s Football into an internationally recognized sport. During its first season in April 2015, A7FL garnered media attention from outlets such as Forbes and ESPN, highlighting discussions around sports safety and the innovative nature of playing without helmets. The league's strategic partnerships with companies like Athlete Intelligence underscore its commitment to scientific studies on player safety. Significant achievements include securing broadcasting rights for championships through ELEVEN Sports Network and establishing educational alliances for sponsor development. Headquartered in Boca Raton, FL, A7FL operates as a DOMP company incorporated since May 28, 2014. Its leadership comprises Chief Executive Officer Sener Korkusuz and President Ryan DePaul. A7FL showcases a robust portfolio of partnerships including Opro mouthguards, Invictus Football equipment, and nutritional brands like KRa organic sports drink.