Friday Night Lights Shine Brighter In Chrome: IMG Academy Football | The Brotherhood, Episode 4

There's something so surreal about suiting up for a Friday night football game. It might be that feeling of gratitude to be able to compete, it might be the adrenaline prior to that first whistle, and it could even be the confidence that all of the hard work you've put into practice will pay off that evening. Those emotions are magnified even further when the game is broadcast on national television on ESPNU. And, when the IMG Academy football program unveiled the newest addition to their uniform collection, Xenith Chrome Helmets, they knew that this away game in Tennessee would be that much more electrifying.

Xenith is IMG Academy's official equipment provider, and they are committed to providing IMG student-athletes with the safest and most effective headgear in the game. 

Safety is the most important thing. We want to protect our players with the best equipment. For us to be successful here, the equipment has to be successful with us."

- Bobby Acosta, IMG Academy National Team Head Coach

With their chrome gear in hand, IMG Academy football took flight to Ravenwood to compete in their first out-of-state game of the 2020 season. Here's a look at how the team performed as they sported the helmets under the lights:

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Following this game, IMG Academy anticipates their fourth game of the season on Saturday, 10/3 at home in Bradenton, FL. The Post-Graduate team will play their inaugural game on Friday, 10/2 at home as well. With a platform that's designed to ignite the passion of each student-athlete on the field as they discover their true potential, IMG Academy football is home to some of the most dedicated players in the game. Seen topping recruiting charts and national rankings, IMG football seeks to provide student-athletes of every level with an opportunity to develop alongside other passionate individuals who share their same goals. Whether it be emphasizing academics and standardized test prep, college preparation with a dedicated advisor, or proven training and developmental plans, IMG Academy is the ideal destination for those seeking to achieve their greatest goals athletically, academically, and personally.

Check out what the program can offer you by clicking here.