A group of first responders coming together in an unusual way to serve their community. They're trading in their badge and uniforms for a helmet and football pads.

With all that first responders already do, some of our local heroes are also using their passion to pour into the community outside their work hours.

Officer Wesley Richer was also named rookie of the year.

In a rematch of the 2013 national title game against the Dallas Defenders, the Roanoke Rampage came out victorious in Salem on Saturday, beating the Defenders 22-12.

Police and firefighters suit up in football gear to help raise money for local charities

ROANOKE, Va. – Police officers and firefighters in the Roanoke Valley have traded their body armor for shoulder pads. The Roanoke Rampage, a football team composed solely of first responders, participated in its first full practice of the season Sunday. The team plays in the National Public Safety Football League against other first responders across the country; they finished in second place in its last season. The Rampage players are playing for more than pride; their games help raise money for local charities. “We have the ability to have fun and help out the community at the same time.”