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In this episode, Joey shares how he built Absolute Athletics into one of the largest coed flag football leagues in the country, with over 50 adult teams and a growing youth division in South Chicago. Since launching the league in 2017, Joey has expanded into multiple formats including 7-on-7, 5-on-5, and all-women’s leagues. He breaks down how stat tracking, structured playoffs, and championship events drive player engagement, and why listening to team captains has been key to sustainable growth.
By AREENAIn this episode, Joey shares how he built Absolute Athletics into one of the largest coed flag football leagues in the country, with over 50 adult teams and a growing youth division in South Chicago. Since launching the league in 2017, Joey has expanded into multiple formats including 7-on-7, 5-on-5, and all-women’s leagues. He breaks down how stat tracking, structured playoffs, and championship events drive player engagement, and why listening to team captains has been key to sustainable growth.