Niagara Falls firefighters win charity flag football game against police
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 9:48 PM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
FootballThe annual charity flag football game in Niagara Falls took place at the LaSalle Prep football field on October 2, 2026. The firefighters ended a three-year losing streak by defeating the police team with a score of 27-7. The game drew a strong crowd, helping raise $3,000 for the Packard Court Community Center, the event’s designated charity. Organizers noted that proceeds from ticket sales and a basket raffle were vital for supporting the youth programs at the center. The police team struggled to capitalize on their opportunities, especially in the red zone.
- •Firefighters beat the police 27-7 in the charity game.
- •Strong attendance boosted proceeds to $3,000.
- •Funds support programs at the Packard Court Community Center.
- •This year's game marked the firefighters' first win in four years.
- 9:48 PMYahoo Sports — Charity flag football game raises funds for Packard Court Community Center
"A three-year winning streak came to a sudden end this year as Niagara Falls firefighters stunned Falls police in their annual charity flag football game. But the real winners of Friday’s contest were those who rely on the Packard Court Community Center. Perfect football weather helped pack the stands. And that resulted in a win for the Packard Court Community Center, the game’s designated ...
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