FXA Sports, one of the nation’s largest adult sports leagues, has announced a merger with Be Social Richmond to expand and enhance adult sports opportunities in the Richmond area. The merger will combine resources, leagues and sports options for a more comprehensive sports experience.

FXA Sports, founded in 2007, has been a key player in adult sports across Northern Virginia, Charlottesville and Richmond. The league offers 18 sports and has built a community of more than 100,000 players, emphasizing competition, camaraderie and fun.

Be Social Richmond, which started in 2010 as a cornhole league, has since grown to offer one of central Virginia’s largest adult sand volleyball programs.

The merger will integrate Be Social Richmond’s activities into FXA Sports, broadening the scope of adult sports in Richmond.

“This merger will provide the ultimate player experience for adult sports in the Richmond area, allowing for more sports, new leagues and a larger adult sports community,” said Jeremy Purcell, president of FXA Sports. “Our goal is to get people out of the office, off their phones and TVs and into playing the sports they love.”

James Schneider, founder of Be Social Richmond, shared his enthusiasm for the merger.

“I’m incredibly excited for Be Social Richmond and FXA to be joining forces. My mission was always to provide a great experience for players to be active and social at a reasonable cost.

Together as FXA Sports RVA, we will be able to do exactly that,” Schneider said.

The merger is expected to be finalized for the fall 2024 season. The partnership is anticipated to increase the number of leagues and sports offered, enhance customer service and provide additional resources for growth.