Due to demand the Minnesota Vixen have added a second tryout for their 2021 season. In conjunction with the WFA's National Tryout Day on Nov. 7 sponsored by Xenith, the Vixen will be holding a combine to select players for their 2021 roster. Additionally, for players already on the roster, the Vixen will be having a pass, punt and kick tryout for their current players who are interested in trying out for QB, kicker and punter positions.
The first tryout for the Vixen had almost 40 new female and non-binary athletes. Since then, according to Vixen owner Laura Brown, numerous athletes have contacted the organization inquiring if there will be additional tryouts. "Women want to play this sport" states Brown. "Football is an amazing , challenging team sport that any athlete male, female or non-binary should have the opportunity to play" she continues. Since 1999, the Vixen have been kicking off each season with both veteran and rookie players who would not have otherwise had a chance to play football.
COVID-19 is not slowing this football team down. The Vixen are planning on moving their practices into domes for 2021 as well as modifying practices to keep both players and staff safe during these challenging times. In fact, the sport of women's tackle football is growing and sponsors are recognizing the growth. Xenith is sponsoring the WFA's National Tryout Day as well as partnering with the WFA for their equipment needs. Just last year, Procter and Gamble through their Secret Deodorant brand have sponsored the WFA's National Championship. Other notable sponsor for the WFA include Coors Light, Wilson, KT Tape, Prizmatic Solutions, Glazier Clinics, Team Builder and Adenation.