The Los Angeles Temptation of the Legends Football League has thrown out all conventions of the gridiron and built a reputation from playing the game on their terms.
In 2009, they were one of two football teams to start what is now known as the Legends Football League, an all female league of players notorious for their sheer strength and brutality, as well as their unique uniforms.
With established teams in several major American cities including Las Vegas, Seattle, Chicago, and Atlanta, the Legends of Football League is among the fastest growing sports franchises today.
Chelsey Haardt, Naja Christmas, Kimm Chase before they take the field.
BuzzFeed was able to catch up to with the Los Angeles Temptation before their huge matchup against the Seattle Mist.
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The women check their helmets and walk on to the field for practice.
Flexin’.
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Player Monique Gaxiola lunges for the perfect kick.
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Ogom Chijindu donning her favorite pre-game mask.
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The players line up for a quick scrimmage before the game against Seattle.
The players show off their skills during practice.
Everyone bringing it in for a team huddle after their warm up.
In the locker room before the game, the team goes over strategy and prepares themselves to face their opponents.
Gathering in the locker room for a pre-game prep talk.
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The team gets an update on game strategy.
Meditating before the game.
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Macey J. Foronda for BuzzFeed
Before the game, Ogom Chijindu reads the Bible for inspiration, while others go over formations in the locker room.
A quick pre-game huddle and they’re off to the gridiron.
Sherri Awagah carries the team flag as everyone prepares to run onto the field before their game begins.
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And it’s on!
