Native All-American football game showcases talent and leadership

Seventy Native American high school seniors representing 48 tribal nations, 21 states and Canada played Sunday in the fourth annual Native All-American football game at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, according to MPR News.

The event, hosted by the Native American Athletic Foundation, featured Team Ta’tanka and Team Wa’ya. Former NFL player Ahman Green coached Team Ta’tanka and former NFL player Levi Horn coached Team Wa’ya.

Mike Andrews, a founding member of the foundation, said the game provides visibility for athletes who often lack access to recruiting networks. “Hopefully, there’s a college scout that’s looking for a top-notch student athlete who happens to be Native,” Andrews told MPR News.