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.
GR's Bentley has found a home in TV boothThe Grand Rapids Press - MLive.com
"I had no idea at the time," he said of a high-profile career that included playing in Super Bowls XXV and XXVI with the Buffalo Bills in 1990 and '91. "I left football because of an injury. It was the toughest time of my life."
Ex-Lakers QB Finnerty sharp in Rampage workoutThe Grand Rapids Press - MLive.com
In a one-hour session Tuesday morning, former NFL and Grand Valley State University quarterback Cullen Finnerty made a favorable first impression on Grand Rapids Rampage coach Steve Thonn during a private workout at the MVP Sports Spot.
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?
New Orleans VooDoo dropping out of AFLMLive.com
The New Orleans VooDoo dropped out of the Arena Football League after four tumultuous seasons, the league announced Monday. The team debuted in 2004 and played again in 2005 before suspending operations in 2006 due to Hurricane Katrina.
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.
AFL free-agent period kicks offThe Grand Rapids Press - MLive.com
The Grand Rapids Rampage enter the Arena Football League's free-agent signing period looking for a few good men to bolster their offensive line.
Rampage Name Kimberly Herr New Director of DanceGrand Rapids Rampage Press Release
The Grand Rapids Rampage have named a new Director of Dance to head up the Rage Dance Team for the upcoming 2009 Arena Football League season. Kimberly Herr, a former varsity pom/dance coach and current teacher at Forest Hills Central High School, will take the reins of West Michigan’s premier dance team.
Lineman tries out to make Rampage to honor brotherMLive.com
The former Ferris State University offensive and defensive lineman was one of 23 players that took part in the Grand Rapids Rampage's open tryout Monday, the first of two, at the team's practice facility.
Ex-Rampage QB Salisbury joins Avengers staffMLive.com
former Grand Rapids Rampage quarterback, has accepted a coaching position with the Los Angeles Avengers of the Arena Football League. ...
AFL free-agency period begins Oct. 15MLive.com
The free-agency signing period for the upcoming 2009 Arena Football League season is scheduled to kick off Oct. 15, the league announced today.
Rampage's roster for 2009 season taking shapeMLive.com
A year ago, the Grand Rapids Rampage roster was a shambles.
Rampage linebacker Zach Ville arrested for carrying concealed weaponMLive.com
Ville, the Grand Rapids Rampage's starting linebacker who helped the team return to the Arena Football League playoffs this spring, has been arrested by the Grand Rapids police on a charge of carrying a concealed weapon.
MacPherson, Magner re-sign with RampageMLive.com
The Grand Rapids Rampage re-signed quarterback James MacPherson and wide receiver Cole Magner to contracts for the 2009 Arena Football League season, the team announced Sunday.
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.
Assistant Coach Rod Miller to Rejoin Rampage Next SeasonGrand Rapids Rampage Press Release
For the first time in team history, the Grand Rapids Rampage’s coaching staff will remain in tact for a second straight season. The Rampage re-signed Rod Miller to serve as the team’s football operations manager and assistant coach next year.
Avengers hire former Rampage finalist as coachMLive.com
The Los Angeles Avengers announced the hiring of Pat O'Hara as their new coach Friday. O'Hara, who has 15 years experience as a player and coach in the Arena Football League, succeeds Ed Hodgkiss, who was fired June 24.
