Robbins Eagles heading to American Youth Football League Championship; Dixmoor Vikings still trying to raise money for travel [Video]

DIXMOOR, Ill. (WLS) — It is game time for two south suburban youth football teams after dominating in their respective state and regional championships.

Now, both teams have their eyes set on the national titles at two separate competitions in Florida.

The Robbins Eagles 13-U team secured its place in the American Youth Football League Championship for the first time in the team’s 40-year history.

“For us to make it the national championship is really a historical not just for the Robbins Eagles but the while community,” said Eagles coach Justin Harris.

On Tuesday night, at a pep rally for the Eagles, the community and city donated more than $13,000 to help the team get to Florida, surpassing their original fundraising goal.

“The whole community came together to do whatever they have to do make sure these kids get this,” Harris said.

Meanwhile, the Dixmoor Vikings’ 11-U and 10-U teams are still trying to …