Our History
In 2007 myself, with a group of former Leicester Panther players and their partners, organised a charity game between the Leicester Panthers "Old Boys" and the Loughborough University Aces.
This turned out to be one of the biggest British American Football games in over 10 years, with nearly 10,000 fans attending the "Matt Hampson Bowl" 0'14 at the Leicester Tigers Stadium. The event raised over £40,000 for the Matt Hampson Trust and from this game, the idea of Football America UK was born and our business commenced.
We are now the official UK distributors for Riddell, Riddell Collectables, Xenith, Wilson Footballs, X-Tech, X-Road, Schutt, Rogers Training Equipment, Fisher Athletics products and more. This position gives us the largest range of products available in the UK. We also work with some of the biggest suppliers in the US to source the most favoured brands such as Nike, Under Armour and Adidas.
At Football America UK, we are committed to providing UK and European American Football teams and individuals, with the best service and products they desire, with experienced and knowledgeable staff on hand if required. We specialise in all forms of Football Equipment not just helmets and shoulder pads. We carry a vast range of cleats, gloves, power girdles, custom uniforms, wrist coaches, bicep bands, to name a few.
2015 saw our expansion into Official NFL Merchandise. We now supply great genuine products from various US and UK official suppliers, such as Nike, New Era Headwear, Wincraft, and Riddell Collectibles. From replica jerseys to snack helmets for your NFL Party, we have a massive range available all year round.
Coaches and Team Buyers are more than welcome to come along and discuss their team requirements and pricing. Team Merchandise Is another area of expertise provided at our Markfield premises. We can supply a full range of personalised clothing such as hoodies, t-shirts, shorts, caps, coaches apparel all printed on site and delivered to your door. These items are also perfect for your supporters and team fundraising - no minimum order required.
Our online shop gives our British and European players, the opportunity to buy today and wear before their next practice session. Why wait for your kit to fly across the Atlantic, when you can get in 2-3 days or even next day in most of the UK. Why not come and visit our large Showroom, located just off junction 22 of the M1 Motorway to try before you buy. We are open to the public six days a week.
Founder & Director
David Hagger