Well, lemme tell ya ’bout this Bensalem Ramblers football team. Ain’t no big city folks, no fancy talkin’, just a bunch o’ folks from Bensalem, gettin’ together, playin’ some good ol’ football. Now, don’t get me wrong, they ain’t the biggest team in the world, but they sure do pack a punch when it comes to playin’. I heard that back in ’59, they was runnin’ all over the field like they was in a race. Folks around here, they remember that time, and they still talk about it every now and then.
Now, if you ain’t from around here, you might be wonderin’ what’s all the fuss ’bout this team. Well, the Bensalem Ramblers ain’t just any ol’ football team, ya know. They got somethin’ special. They been playin’ football for years, long before you and me were around, and they got a strong tradition. The whole town seems to come together when game day comes. People stand on the side of the field, cheerin’ on them young ones like it’s the Super Bowl. Ain’t nothin’ like the pride of seein’ the Ramblers run down that field, I tell ya.
When Did Bensalem Ramblers Start Playin’ Football?
Well, if you look at the history, these folks been playin’ football for a long time. Back in ’59, the Ramblers were just startin’ to get their feet wet, but they had a good bunch of kids out there playin’. From then on, they kept on growin’, playin’ better every year, till they got where they are today. Ain’t no doubt about it, they’ve made their mark on this town.
What Makes Bensalem Ramblers Special?
Now, lemme tell ya what makes the Ramblers different from other teams. First off, they ain’t just about football; they got cheerleaders too. Yes, ma’am! Them cheerleaders sure do bring some energy to the game. And when you watch ’em, you can tell they been workin’ hard, both the football players and them cheerleaders. The whole town gets behind ’em. They ain’t just playin’ for themselves, they playin’ for the whole community. It’s the kinda spirit you can’t fake.
And don’t go thinkin’ it’s just for the older kids. Nah, sir! They got leagues for all ages. From little tykes as young as 3 years old all the way up to 14. Ain’t no excuse for not gettin’ your little one out there. They’ll be learnin’ teamwork, makin’ friends, and gettin’ plenty of exercise while they at it. The fall league runs from August to November, and the spring league is from March to May, so they got plenty of time to play and practice.
Where Do the Ramblers Play?
If you’re lookin’ to catch a game, you can head on over to Hulmeville Road in Bensalem, that’s where they do most o’ their playin’. And let me tell ya, it ain’t just a football field, it’s where memories are made. You see the kids runnin’ down the field, you hear the parents shoutin’, and it feels like the whole town’s watchin’. That’s somethin’ special, ain’t it?
Ramblers Football Today
Well, it ain’t just about the old days either. The Ramblers are still goin’ strong today. They keep gettin’ better and better, year after year. In fact, in 2019, their 14U team got nationally ranked. I ain’t kiddin’. Them kids was somethin’ else! It’s like the whole town was walkin’ on air that year. And ya know what? They still got that same spirit today. Bensalem Ramblers football is all about pride, community, and a good ol’ game o’ football.
How Can You Get Involved?
If you got a young’un who’s lookin’ to join, you ain’t got to go far. You can sign ’em up right now. They even got stuff goin’ on with USA Football, so you know they’re serious about their playin’. Just give ’em a call or send ’em an email to get all the details. The more the merrier, they say. Ain’t no reason your young’un can’t be out there, gettin’ into the action.
- Fall League: August to November
- Spring League: March to May
- Age Groups: 3 – 14 years old
- Location: Hulmeville Road, Bensalem
- Contact: (267) 853-0189
So if ya ask me, the Bensalem Ramblers ain’t just a football team. They’re a part of the community, part of the spirit o’ this town. Whether you’re watchin’ from the sidelines, cheerin’ on your kid, or playin’ the game yourself, it’s all about bringin’ people together. So, next time you hear ’bout them Ramblers, don’t just shrug it off. Come on out, join the fun, and see what all the fuss is ’bout. You’ll be glad you did!
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