Empowering Black Football Talent while Uplifting Our communities
Join us in building a league for Black players and communities. This is our moment in history
About Our League
Our Mission
Our Mission
Our Mission
The United Black Gridiron Football League is dedicated to showcasing Black athletes and uplifting our communities.
We strive to create a platform that promotes inclusivity for our HBCU's and shine a light on undiscovered talent in our communities. Giving them a avenue to fulfill their dreams in professional football.
Our Goal
Our Mission
Our Mission
We are committed to revolutionizing the football landscape for Black players and coaches.
Our dedication to equity and empowerment drives our initiatives to not only uplift our young future Black Professional, but in the process fostering community growth.
The UBGFL's goal is to promote and use local resources , hire local vendors , empl
We are committed to revolutionizing the football landscape for Black players and coaches.
Our dedication to equity and empowerment drives our initiatives to not only uplift our young future Black Professional, but in the process fostering community growth.
The UBGFL's goal is to promote and use local resources , hire local vendors , employ our local families, and allow our people to have their slice of the American dream
Join Us
Help Our Cause
As we stand on the threshold of Black History, help fan the flames, and ignite the fire for change !!!
We ask that you donate any amount to help us help our communities.
JLJ sports - United Black Gridiron Football League, is a nonprofit organization
Thank you for your support as we take this stand for equality.
CO-Founder - UBGFL
Bio: Coach Charles (CJ) Johnson
Summary
Coach Johnson is an Alumni, of three Football Hall of Fame’s, with Numerous National and League Championships. He shares his football expertise, and love for the game on both the National and International stage,
Coach CJ is an International Ambassador of the game, as the Defensive Coordinator for American Football Events Team USA Allstars Football. He is a proud member of the AFE Hall of Fame.
Coach CJ is an experienced and passionate High School, and Semi-Professional Football Coach, with over 40 years of coaching and playing experience who provides energetic and organized leadership to any football program, both on and off the field.
Coach Johnson is an Alumni of both the American Football Association and the Amateur Football Hall of Fames
CJ played Professional Football in Europe for six years in the German Bundesliga, Playing Linebacker and Running Back for the Stuttgart Stallions and Bremerhaven Seahawks.
He is a 22-year retired US Army Airborne War Veteran. CJ is the consummate leader, proficient in developing both offensive and defensive schemes. His strong interpersonal skills, exceptional football IQ, and situational awareness allow Coach Johnson to be a trusted resource for both staff and players.