CAFL is gaining big yardage

US-style arena football league aims to make an impact in China

The way Martin Judge figures it, China is ready for a whole new ball game.

The founder of the China Arena Football League was holding court at Beijing's Chao-yang Sports Park this week, overseeing a tournament to showcase the fledgling CAFL's six college squads - a prelude to the launch of an eight-team professional circuit next year.