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River City Sting is seeking new players

The women’s tackle football team is filling out its roster

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The River City Sting is looking for new teammates.

Photo via River City Sting

Local womens tackle football team the River City Sting is seeking new players for its 2025 season.

After coming onto the scene in 2021, the Sting quickly found success, winning a USWFL Championship title in their inaugural season. Since then, the team has been a contender in both the 2022 and 2024 playoffs.

The team is open to women ages 17 and up, regardless of prior athletic experience. All backgrounds and experience levels are welcome.

Players for the Sting will have the opportunity to travel and be paid to play. Anyone interested in joining the roster should reach out via email or text 804-592-1324.

Not looking to take the field, but ready to become the Sting’s new number one fan? Follow the team on Instagram and Facebook to stay up to date on games this season.

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