Minor League Football has long been a tradition in the Pacific Northwest. Dating back to 1961, the NWFL is a non-profit entity registered with the state of Washington. The goal of the league is to give athletes the chance to showcase their talents and earn an opportunity to play at the next level - whether that is college or professionally. Athletes in the NWFL are not compensated and therefore retain their college eligibility. Not only is the NWFL a great arena for players to refine their skills for the next level, but also a means for football enthusiasts to continue to participate in full contact football after their high school, college or pro career has come to a close.