American Football teams Sea Devils, Blue Devils, and Huskies compete in Hamburg's football arena.
In the vibrant city of Hamburg, American football is gaining traction, with several teams offering opportunities for both seasoned players and newcomers. Here's a rundown of the key teams in the region:
The Hamburg Sea Devils, a well-known team competing in the European League of Football (ELF), are the primary American football presence in Hamburg itself. Although the specifics of their home stadium are not detailed, they play their home games in the city. The Sea Devils have a wide range of coaches and a large fan base, making them a force to be reckoned with in the regional American football scene [1][5].
Another notable team is the Nordic Storm, who recently played a close away game against the Hamburg Sea Devils in the European League of Football. Although they are not based in Hamburg, they are a significant competitor in the region's American football scene [1].
For those based in Buxtehude, the Jackrabbits offer opportunities for both men and youth teams. Established in 2016, the Jackrabbits also offer Flag Football, a new variant of the original American Football [2].
The Hamburg Blue Devils, founded in 1992, have a rich history and have won several national and international trophies. However, currently, they are not in the top league and have withdrawn from the third league. The Hamburg Blue Devils' home games are played in Altona at the Memellandallee [3].
The Hamburg Huskies, based in Billstedt, offer teams for all age groups and allow trial trainings for new players. Their home games and training sessions are held on artificial turf at the Kasim Edebali Field [4].
For those in Harburg, the Hamburg Ravens play in the Oberliga Nord and offer trial trainings online [6].
Lastly, Hamburg United, based in Eimsbüttel, has a Flag Football team and other youth teams for this new version of American Football [7].
While the Volksparkstadion, a major football (soccer) venue, is not used for American football, Hamburg hosts top-tier American football through the Sea Devils in the ELF, Germany's premier American football competition [4].
For those interested in joining a team, trial trainings are available for the Hamburg Blue Devils [8]. The Hamburg Swans, an American Football team from Bergedorf, also offer youth teams (U19 and U16), a men's team, and a Flag Football team [9].
In summary, Hamburg is home to several American football teams, with the Hamburg Sea Devils being the key team in the city. The Nordic Storm, based outside Hamburg, is a notable regional rival. Each team offers opportunities for various age groups and skill levels, making it an exciting time for American football in Hamburg.
In addition to the Hamburg Sea Devils, the Nordic Storm, based outside Hamburg, presents another significant competitor in the regional American football scene, having recently played a close game against the Sea Devils. For those interested in trying Flag Football, the Jackrabbits, based in Buxtehude, offer this new variant of American Football.
