All Female Fantasy Football League Entering Their 10th Season In Fort Myers
It’s that time of year again! Yes, that’s right, it’s football season. And along with football season comes the ever popular fantasy football and draft nights.
All Female Fantasy Football League
Now, you may think the majority of people out there playing fantasy football are men and while that may be true, there are plenty of women that are participating in the game as well. In fact, I am entering into my 10th season of an all female fantasy football league right here in Fort Myers. That’s right 10 seasons of just women playing what’s considered to be a man’s game. You gotta love it.
We started out with 10 teams and we’re now at 12. We’ve got four or five ladies that are originals to our all female fantasy football league. We went a few years without any replacements. This year a spot did open and I’m not joking when I say we had it filled within five minutes.
Why Did We Start An All Female Fantasy Football League?
Back 10 years ago, most of us were fans, but not like we are now. Sure, we may not know the average yards per carry or who scored the winning touchdown in a game back in the 1980s, but we know enough about the players and the game of football to manage on our own. Heck, one of the members of our league is now a co-host for a Miami Dolphins podcast called Sideline Tea.
I’m actually one of the co-commissioners, along with with my best friend of nearly 30 years, Stephanie. It was her idea to get this going, so many years ago. I find it rewarding to go through the process without the help of a man. Haha!
I’m not gonna lie. I think there are plenty of ladies in our league who have asked for the help of their husbands or boyfriends or brothers or friends, but for the most part, we’ve got this figured out, and our ladies are managing lineups and benches and trades and add/drop all on their own.
Most of us were married, or had a significant other that was spending Sundays in front of RedZone following along with their own players and fantasy teams. This all female fantasy league gave us the opportunity to do that too, on our own terms.
Female Fantasy Football Drafts
Our fantasy drafts are probably not like most. We have wine and charcuterie boards and pool parties and do girly things. But it’s such a fun way to get together and bond with just the girls. We need those nights sometimes with all that’s going on in our day-to-day. If you’re a female out there and enjoy the game, I would encourage you to get your own league going. What’ve you got to lose? Well, other than your buy in. 😉
Female Fantasy Football Names
When it comes to naming your team, you’ve got to be clever. I’ll share the names of the teams, some old and some new, we’ve had in our league. But I will warn you some of them may not be suitable for work.
- Cleats & Cleavage
- My TD’s Are Real
- Victorious Secret
- Mother Buccers
- Game Blouses
- Sunday’s Best
- Sacks & The City
- Cool Brees
- Sack Lover
- Yo Adrian!
- No Scrubs
- Go For Tua
- Percy Whipped
We know we aren’t the only females out there doing this, but if you’re on the fence, this might be your year. Our female fantasy football league is through ESPN, but there are plenty of others out there that make it really easy to start a league.
Pigskin Party Wines For Football Season
Textbook Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve
Some plays are just this…textbook. When things line up and everyone is in the right place, doing what they’ve practiced hundreds of times, it’s a beautiful thing. This wine is for those plays and those times in life in general. It is a new release from the Napa Valley winery and it is full of fresh cherry and balanced tannins. $46
1000 Stories Bourbon Barrel Zinfandel
Fans of football have thousands of stories to tell. Especially those who have played the game. They are fun to tell when gathered around the television. In addition, the use of a bourbon barrel for this aging can be appealing. One more thing. Zinfandels are great wines with BBQ ribs, burgers and such. This is unique in that it is released in batches so none are quite the same. I like that this is not over-extracted or sweet. It has nice acidity, herbal notes, orange peel, and cranberry. This is easy to find and a great value in the $20 range
Ram’s Gate El Diablo Chardonnay, 2018
I can’t resist suggesting a wine by this name for football. I think of massive men ram through offensive lines in an attempt to get the QB. Then there is the team by the same name. Finally, this chardonnay’s comes from the El Diablo Vineyard, “the devil” when translated. Perfect. Current vintage is 2019, but I just enjoyed some of the 2018. It’s an excellent chardonnay, rich but still refreshing with green apple. I prefer this type of chardonnay, not too oaky or buttery. Great with food. $70
Modus Operandi Cellars Gaps Crown Vineyard 2021
I think of coaches for this one and their “modus operandi,” specific or characteristic ways of doing things from running practice to calling plays. It smells rustic and is a bit that way on the palate too. The wine is balanced, with both dark fruit and cherry and has a bit of caramel on the finish. Only 151 cases were made so you’ll most likely have to buy direct from the winery. It’s worth the effort. $85
Gamble Family Vineyards Paramount ‘18
There are so many ways to spin the word “gamble” when it comes to football, and sports in general. Coaches gamble on plays. Players gamble on their bodies. Fans gamble on outcomes. This wine, however, is no gamble. It is a signature blend from this Napa Valley winery. 33% Cabernet Franc, 32% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot. It’s big and bold but also kind of pretty. Decant and take your time with this one. Or buy and let rest for a few years. $90
BONUS: Gamble Sauvignon Blanc 2022
I have to throw in one more white wine. It’s too dang hot not too. Sauvignon blanc wines are refreshing and go well with snacks like vegetable trays and dips, grilled seafood and goat cheese. This one is fresh with aromas of peach and flavors of mango, lemon and lime. See above explanation for the vineyard name. Find in the $30-$35 range.
