An Urgent Call on the Olympiapark Grounds
The American Football and Cheerleading Association of Berlin-Brandenburg (AFCVBB) has called an open meeting for youth tackle football stakeholders to address declining player registrations and widespread rule infractions in youth recruitment across the region. The session is scheduled for Saturday, October 17, at 12:00 local time in Turnhaus, Block 4.1, on the Olympiapark grounds in Berlin.
Combating the Regional Contraction in Youth Numbers
In recent years, the governing body has recorded a steady drop in youth participants across the Berlin-Brandenburg region. According to the AFCVBB, this contraction has made it nearly impossible to maintain a consistent, workable league schedule across all youth age divisions. The upcoming meeting aims to tackle this operational crisis directly by gathering club representatives to evaluate practical solutions for player acquisition and retention.
Cracking Down on Predatory Recruitment and Transfers
Beyond dwindling participant numbers, the association has flagged ongoing issues regarding player acquisition. The AFCVBB noted that player recruitment has frequently occurred in direct violation of existing youth recruiting bans. The October meeting will address how clubs can prevent predatory recruiting and establish a coordinated, fair player-transfer system that balances the needs of all organizations within the regional federation.
Logistics and Attendance Confirmation for Clubs
The open discussion session will take place at the Turnhaus, Block 4.1, within the Olympiapark complex, starting at 12:00 local time on October 17. The association has requested that all participating clubs submit a timely email confirmation to [email protected], detailing how many representatives will attend and who will speak on behalf of the club.
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