A local high school football team is traveling abroad for their season opener. The team will be competing against NFL Academy. They departed from Georgia on Friday.

Their trip includes a stay in a town north of London, where they will prepare for the game. The team's activities also involve a service project and a visit to London. Further details about the team's schedule and activities are available from Atlanta News First, who followed the team as they prepared for their trip.

The game is officially sanctioned and will affect the team's record.