Stamford, Conn., March 11, 2019 – The XFL today announced that they are testing new rules under consideration before its February 2020 kick off with Your Call Football (YCF). Testing occurred during YCF practices on March 7-9 and will continue this week on March 14 and 15. During each practice, YCF coaches are working closely with the XFL’s football operations team to employ rules the league has researched and developed since announcing its return over a year ago.
“We’re impressed with the innovative game Julie and her team are building, and excited that this partnership with Your Call Football gives us an opportunity to test out rules we’re considering in real time,” said XFL CEO & Commissioner, Oliver Luck. “We believe that testing and retesting the changes we’re contemplating is essential to achieving our goal of reimaging the sport and putting a great game on the field next February.”
“We are equally excited to partner with a great brand like the XFL,” said Julie Meringer, president of Your Call Football. “Our high-caliber football allows the XFL to test new features as they get ready for 2020. It is also great to partner with Oliver and his team as they reimagine football since it aligns with our strategy of innovating the fan experience through live play-calling.”
About Your Call Inc.
Your Call Football is in its second series, which began February 25, at the Dream Finders Homes Flex Field at Daily’s Place, home of the Jacksonville Jaguars. The two YCF teams are led by former NFL running back Merrill Hoge and former NFL defensive back Solomon Wilcots.
They provide fans with a selection of three plays to vote on, and the majority play is then executed live on the field. The free YCF app is available for download in the App Store and on Google Play. The upcoming games will be live streamed tonight March 11 and March 18 at 8:00 p.m. ET.
Based in Newton, Mass., Your Call Inc. puts fans in control of live games, transforming spectator sports into interactive, social and competitive experiences, a concept originated by industry luminary George F. Colony in 2013. Privately held, the company’s leadership team is comprised of executives from the technology, digital and sports industries. Your Call Inc.’s proprietary, patented technology delivered a fan-controlled, live sports experience, Your Call Football, in 2018. For more information, visit www.yourcallfootball.com.
About The XFL
The XFL will reimagine football for the 21st century when it kicks off the weekend of February 8-9, 2020. The new league is committed to delivering a fan-centric, innovative experience, including fast-paced games and a family-friendly environment, complemented by cross-platform viewing options and real-time fan engagement.
Football is America’s favorite sport boasting over 85 million fans, but the traditional season is just too short. Seeing a tremendous opportunity to fill the void, Vince McMahon, XFL Founder and Chairman announced on January 25, 2018, the launch of a new league, which he is personally funding. McMahon is building the XFL with the same commitment and resolve that he has demonstrated building WWE into a global media and sports entertainment powerhouse.
Delivering authentic, high energy football for the whole family at an affordable price, the XFL will offer fast-paced games with fewer play stoppages and simpler rules. The league will launch with eight teams, 45-man active rosters, and a 10-week regular season schedule, with a postseason consisting of two semifinal playoff games and a championship game. The XFL will also establish a health, wellness and safety program that meets the needs of today’s athletes.
The XFL will embrace the latest on and off-field technology, providing live game coverage, content and real-time engagement across multiple platforms, giving fans greater access than ever before. The XFL is committed to building grassroots relationships with local organizations in its host cities through social responsibility partnerships, and the XFL will enjoy the support of WWE’s many extraordinary resources and promotional capabilities.
The XFL will launch next year in Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, New York, St. Louis, Seattle, Tampa Bay, and Washington D.C.
Credit: XFL.com
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