MORECAMBE Bay Storm American football team are holding open day try-outs on Saturday 15 and Sunday 21 January.

Both events are being held at Salt Ayre Sports Centre, Morecambe, on the grass infield of the athletic track starting at noon.

“2017 is going to be a great year for the club,” said head coach Scud Fairhurst. “We’re looking to consolidate the adult team and build upon what we achieved last year.”

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The Storm are entering 2017 on the back of a tremendous inaugural year, where the club has gone from nothing to completing three games and winning one and having its own equipment to kit out 35 players.

“We’re still waiting for the league to confirm our entry in to the national competition but we are forging ahead in developing the player and coaching support base, together with practice equipment. The club has a wealth of coaching experience and any potential player will be taught the correct fundamentals and techniques as professional players in the NFL.”

There is no charge for attending the try outs. All equipment is provided apart from suitable footwear for a grass pitch and a gum shield, which is a requirement to participate in any physical contact on the day. At present the club are focusing on 18 years and over. However, the Storm will be looking to start a junior contact team this summer.

For more information visit www.morecambebaystorm.com