The California Police Athletic Federation (CPAF), a non-profit organization committed to promoting sport and physical fitness among first responders, has announced the inception of the North American Fall Classic and the return of the First Responder’s Relay. The North American Fall Classic and First Responder’s Relay are two of four events that the California Police Athletic Federation presents in addition to the bi-annual World Police & Fire Games and annual US Police & Fire Championships. Both competitions are expected to draw hundreds of first responders from across the globe.
In response to persistent requests across the North America region to expand programming globally, the North American Fall Classic was established by CPAF in 2023. Open to first responders from across North America, including the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the new competition will feature eight different events: basketball, Brazilian Jiu jitsu, cornhole, flag football, pickleball, soccer, baseball, and softball. The games will take place at Legacy Park, in Mesa, AZ, Wednesday Nov. 1, through Sunday Nov. 5. Athletes from law enforcement, firefighters (including volunteer or part time), emergency medical technicians, custom and correctional officers, as well as full-time employees (active and retired) of any eligible agency or organization in the capacity of 9-1-1 dispatchers, detention-custodial officers, crime scene investigators, or lifeguards are invited to participate in the North American Fall Classic.
