AFL dispersal draft and free agency dates set (UPDATED 12/3)AFL Press Release
The dates for the AFL Dispersal Draft and the beginning of the free-agent signing period have been rescheduled for Tuesday, December 9 and Thursday, December 11, respectively, the League announced today.
AFL announces 2009 divisional alignmentAFL Press Release
The Arena Football League has realigned its divisions, placing the two-time (2006-07) Eastern Division Champion Dallas Desperados in the Southern Division. The Desperados spent the previous five seasons in the National Conference’s Eastern Division after spending their first two seasons in the American Conference.
Dispersal draft and free agent signing period delayed temporarilyAFL Press Release
Pending an in-person meeting between the Arena Football League and the Arena Football League Players Association, the Dispersal Draft and the date teams can begin signing free agents have been temporarily delayed.
Sportexe: Bringing Arena Football to YouRandy Snow, ArenaFan.comWhen Jim Foster came up with the game of Arena Football back in 1981, he envisioned a unique game played on a unique indoor field. After 22 seasons, the game continues to attract new fans every year. But just who is in charge of making all the unique equipment used by the AFL such as the rebound nets?
Blizzard loses Lytle to AFLGreen Bay Press Gazette
They announced Tuesday that defensive coordinator Doug Lytle has accepted the same position with the Columbus Destroyers of the Arena Football League. ...
October team-by-team updateAFL Press Release
All 17 Arena Football League teams are staying busy this offseason by re-signing players, hosting open tryouts, participating in various community activities and much more. Following is a team-by-team rundown of the latest happenings around the AFL.
Impressive crop of veterans available in 2009 free agencyAFL Press Release
2008 Champs Sports Quarterback of the Year MATT D’ORAZIO (ArenaBowl XX, XXII) and 2008 Russell Athletic Team Leader of the Year QB MARK GRIEB (ArenaBowl XVIII, XXI), MVPs of four ArenaBowls, including the last three, and opponents in the most recent title game on July 27, headline a list of 172 free agents who are eligible to be contacted by teams today.
Baker’s Abrupt Departure Shouldn’t Hurt Long LegacyAdam Markowitz, ArenaFan.comFor those that don’t know me, I’ve been around this game for a long time. However, out of every game, every trade, every free agent signing, every victory and every defeat I’ve witnessed, there has not been a more intriguing and mystifying day in Arena Football League history than Friday, July 25, 2008.
Owner thinks AFL could add fuel to FireLouisville Courier-Journal
Will Wolford, who has had an ownership stake in the Fire for seven seasons, wants Louisville in the AFL someday. He hired general manager Dave Berryman, an old AFL hand, to get there.
Arena Bowl XXII: Stage set for SaintilNaples Daily News
When he takes the field in New Orleans for Arena Bowl XXII this afternoon, Naples High grad Cleannord Saintil will find himself in the same spot he was a year ago.
A QB with a read on the futureLancaster Newspapers
Matt Nagy considers himself fortunate — actually, "blessed" is the word he chooses — to be playing football at the age of 30, not to mention making a living at it. But he knows these precious days won't last forever.
Commissioner Baker resignsAdam Markowitz, ArenaFan.comOn Friday, the Associated Press reported that Arena Football League Commissioner David Baker resigned from his position after twelve seasons. The report was sent in at 5:18 CT by Barry Wilner. The shocking decision comes two days before ArenaBowl XXII between the Philadelphia Soul and San Jose SaberCats.
ArenaBowl XXII Podcast InterviewsArenaFan.com Press Release
ArenaFan.com brings you interviews from Radio Row at ArenaBowl XII in New Orleans
Beat the Guru: ArenaBowl XXIIAdam Markowitz, ArenaFan.comWelcome to the big time, boys and girls! After 17 weeks of regular season play, three weeks of postseason play, and an absolutely unnecessary bye week, we’ve finally hit the week of ArenaBowl XXII, and you’ve hit your headquarters for the gambling scoop on the 2008 title game.
Destroyers coach demands hard workColumbus Dispatch
"I grew up in the big city, but I'm a blue-collar guy," said Pat Sperduto, introduced yesterday as Destroyers coach. "I just think hard work will always pay off, and I think that's the (attitude) of 95 percent of the people of Columbus, Ohio."
Getting DefensiveAndy Lopusnak, ArenaFan.comOver the last three seasons, the Arena Football League has seen an explosion of offense and points. In the league’s first 19 years, there was just one quarterback with 100 or more passing touchdowns. Three years later, seven times there’s been a gunslinger reaching the century mark. But the growing trend in this seemingly defenseless league has been to hire defensive-minded head coaches.
Columbus Destroyers name Pat Sperduto head coachColumbus Destroyers Press Release
The Columbus Destroyers have named Pat Sperduto head coach of the Arena Football League franchise, club Partner, General Manager and President Jim Renacci announced today. He becomes the fourth head coach in Columbus history and the seventh in the history of the Columbus/Buffalo franchise.
Columbus Destroyers re-sign six players for 2009 seasonColumbus Destroyers Press Release
The Columbus Destroyers have re-signed fullback Harold Wells, center Will Rabatin, offensive linemen Howard Duncan and Jason Hilliard, kicker Mark Lewis and quarterback Justin Zwick club Partner, General Manager and President Jim Renacci announced today.
Ex-Kats coach Sperduto has new jobMy Tennessean.com
the Columbus Destroyers will name former Nashville Kats coach Pat Sperduto to succeed Doug Kay as the new coach of the Arena Football League team. ...
Al Lucas Hero Team honors community all-starsAFL Press Release
The Al Lucas Hero Award is presented annually to the player who makes the most significant contribution to both his community and the game of Arena Football. The award was created in honor of the late Los Angeles Avengers lineman AL LUCAS, who believed in both giving back to his community and growing the AFL.
