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Johnson, Windsor and Simpson earn weekly AFL honors

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 15:18:51 GMT

Courtesy of Arena Football League Tulsa, OK (Sports Network) - Alabama wide receiver C.J. JOHNSON, Arizona wide receiver ROD WINDSOR and Iowa defensive back JASON SIMPSON have been named the JLS Ironman, Russell Athletic Offensive Players and Riddell Defensive Player of the Week, respectively, for Week 18 of 2010. In addition to these three awards, the AFL is also highlighting the player who makes the best Catch of the Week, the Playmaker of the Week and the Highlight of the Week. The Cutters Catch of the Week Award for Week 18 goes to Orlando wide receiver T.T. TOLIVER, while Orlando quarterback NICK HILL has been named the Playmaker of the Week. The Highlight of the Week award has gone to Jacksonville's defensive lineman JEFF LITTLEJOHN and Milwaukee's quarterback CHRIS GREISEN.

JLS IRONMAN OF THE WEEK Johnson (5-10, 185, Tennessee State) was the main target for new Vipers quarterback Clint Stoerner in their win over Utah. With 11 receptions, Johnson was the top receive

Ortiz, Greisen and Moye-Moore earn weekly AFL honors

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 15:14:59 GMT

Courtesy of Arena Football League Tulsa, OK (Sports Network) - Tampa Bay linebacker ERIC ORTIZ, Milwaukee quarterback CHRIS GREISEN and Orlando linebacker MARLON MOYE-MOORE have been named the JLS Ironman, Russell Athletic Offensive Players and Riddell Defensive Player of the Week, respectively, for Week 17 of 2010. In addition to these three awards, the AFL is also highlighting the player who makes the best Catch of the Week, the Playmaker of the Week and the Highlight of the Week. The Cutters Catch of the Week Award for Week 17 goes to Utah wide receiver AARON BOONE, while Milwaukee wide receiver DAMIAN HARRELL and Jacksonville defensive back MICHEAUX ROBINSON have been named the Playmakers of the Week. The Highlight of the Week award has gone to Spokane defensive back MERVIN BROOKINS.

JLS IRONMAN OF THE WEEK Ortiz (6-3, 255, Belhaven) gave Tampa Bay the momentum they needed to jumpstart the offense, scoring the first two touchdowns for the Storm after falling to a 10-0

Hughley, Rowley and Reid earn weekly AFL honors

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 10:30:23 GMT

Courtesy of Arena Football League Tulsa, OK (Sports Network) - Tulsa wide receiver JEFF HUGHLEY, Spokane quarterback KYLE ROWLEY and Dallas defensive back DELENALL REID have been named the JLS Ironman, Russell Athletic Offensive Players and Riddell Defensive Player of the Week, respectively, for Week 16 of 2010. In addition to these three awards, the AFL is also highlighting the player who makes the best Catch of the Week, the Playmaker of the Week and the Highlight of the Week. The Cutters Catch of the Week Award for Week 16 goes to Cleveland wide receiver VICTOR WILLIAMS, while Jacksonville quarterback BERNARD MORRIS has been named the Playmakers of the Week. The Highlight of the Week award has gone to Iowa fullback RODNEY FILER.

JLS IRONMAN OF THE WEEK Hughley (5-8, 175, Averette) was a vital component in the third road victory for the Talons this season, clinching the Southwest Division. Hughley registered one touchdown for the Talons in the second quarter. In the fake

Lesue, Dietz and Belton earn weekly AFL honors

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 13:09:31 GMT

Courtesy of Arena Football League Tulsa, OK (Sports Network) - Utah wide receiver Aaron Lesue, Tampa Bay quarterback Brett Dietz and Milwaukee defensive back Tracy Belton have been named the JLS Ironman, Russell Athletic Offensive Players and Riddell Defensive Player of the Week, respectively, for Week 14 of 2010. In addition to these three awards, the AFL is also highlighting the player who makes the best Catch of the Week, the Playmaker of the Week and the Highlight of the Week. The Cutters Catch of the Week Award for Week 14 goes to Orlando wide receiver Bobby Sippio, while Iowa wide receiver Tanner Varner has been named the Playmaker of the Week. The Highlight of the Week award has gone to Tampa Bay?s wide receiver Hank Edwards.

JLS IRONMAN OF THE WEEK LeSue (5-9, 190, Utah State) had a standout game for the Blaze in Week 14 despite their eventual loss. LeSue made two receptions for 14 yards and a touchdown over the dasherboards...a catch that was also nominated for Ca

Marsh, Boss, Edwards & Hyland earn Week 13 honors

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 11:03:57 GMT

Courtesy of Arena Football League Tulsa, OK (Sports Network) - Chicago offensive full back ROBERT BOSS and Spokane defensive back ANTWAN MARSH, Tampa Bay wide receiver HANK EDWARDS, and Oklahoma City defensive back DAVID HYLAND have been named the JLS Ironmen, Russell Athletic Offensive Player and Riddell Defensive Player of the Week, respectively, for Week 13 of 2010. In addition to these three awards, the AFL is also highlighting the player who makes the best Catch of the Week, the Playmaker of the Week, and the Highlight of the Week. The Cutters Catch of the Week Award for Week 13 goes to Oklahoma City wide receivers AL HUNT and CRAIG FULTON, JR. while Iowa quarterback RYAN VENA has been named the Playmaker of the Week. The Highlight of the Week award has gone to Tulsa's defensive back JAMAR RANSOM.

JLS IRONMAN OF THE WEEK Boss (6-5, 295, Northern Michigan) had an explosive night for Chicago, breaking personal season records against Orlando. The lineman caught two touch

Edwards, Boss & Hyland earn Week 13 honors

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 13:38:40 GMT

Courtesy of Arena Football League Tulsa, OK (Sports Network) - Tampa Bay wide receiver HANK EDWARDS, Chicago offensive lineman ROBERT BOSS, and Oklahoma City defensive back DAVID HYLAND have been named the JLS Ironman, Russell Athletic Offensive Player and Riddell Defensive Player of the Week, respectively, for Week 13 of 2010. In addition to these three awards, the AFL is also highlighting the player who makes the best Catch of the Week, the Playmaker of the Week, and the Highlight of the Week. The Cutters Catch of the Week Award for Week 13 goes to Oklahoma City wide receivers AL HUNT and CRAIG FULTON, JR. while Iowa quarterback RYAN VENA has been named the Playmaker of the Week. The Highlight of the Week award has gone to Tulsa's defensive back JAMAR RANSOM.

JLS IRONMAN OF THE WEEK Edwards (6-3, 185, Texas Southern) wrote himself into Tampa Bay's history books against Bossier-Shreveport in Forum Arena. Edwards ended the night with 10 receptions for three touchdowns and

Alfonzo, Davila & Martin earn Week 12 honors

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 16:18:30 GMT

Courtesy of Arena Football League Tulsa, OK (Sports Network) - Chicago wide receiver DEJUAN ALFONZO, Arizona quarterback NICK DAVILA and Chicago defensive back CHRIS MARTIN have been named the JLS Ironman, Russell Athletic Offensive Player and Riddell Defensive Player of the Week, respectively, for Week 12 of 2010. In addition to these three awards, the AFL is also highlighting the player who makes the best Catch of the Week, the Playmaker of the Week, and the Highlight of the Week. The Cutters Catch of the Week Award for Week 12 goes to Arizona wide receiver ROD WINDSOR, while Tampa Bay wide receiver HANK EDWARDS has been named the Playmaker of the Week. The Highlight of the Week award has gone to Orlando's quarterback NICK HILL.

JLS IRONMAN OF THE WEEK Alfonzo (6-0, 205, Indiana State) played an integral role in Chicago's come- from-behind victory over the Milwaukee Iron. He rushed in one touchdown in addition to making seven catches for 97 yards. Defensively, Alfonzo t

Henderson, Allgood & McIntosh earn Week 12 honors

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 14:49:52 GMT

Courtesy of Arena Football League Tulsa, OK (Sports Network) - Dallas wide receiver KENNY HENDERSON, Tulsa quarterback JUSTIN ALLGOOD and Tampa Bay defensive back ERICK MCINTOSH have been named the JLS Ironman, Russell Athletic Offensive Player and Riddell Defensive Player of the Week, respectively, for Week 11 of 2010. In addition to these three awards, the AFL is also highlighting the player who makes the best catch of the week, the playmaker of the week, and the highlight of the week. The Cutters Catch of the Week Award for Week 11 goes to Spokane wide receiver RAUL VIJIL, while Bossier-Shreveport wide receiver/defensive back P.J. BERRY has been named the Playmaker of the Week. The Highlight of the Week award has gone to Milwaukee's defensive backs ANTHONY IVY, CARLTON BROWN AND TRACY BELTON.

JLS IRONMAN OF THE WEEK Henderson (5-9, 190, Tuskogee) kept Dallas in the game against Tulsa, leading the team in receptions and kickoff returns. The Vigilantes took the lead in th

Arena League headed back to Philly

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 14:40:47 GMT

According to the Philadelphia Daily News, Ron Jaworski will be part of the ownership group of the returning indoor football league squad, but Jon Bon Jovi will not.

The Philadelphia Soul had been part of the old AFL, winning a championship in 2008, but the league folded in 2009 and returned this spring with a new organization and leadership group.

Busch, McKelvey & Varner earn Week 10 honors

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 16:15:32 GMT

Courtesy of Arena Football League Tulsa, OK (Sports Network) - Orlando wide receiver JOSH BUSH, Arizona wide receiver JJ MCKELVEY and Iowa defensive back TANNER VARNER have been named the JLS Ironman, Russell Athletic Offensive Player and Riddell Defensive Player of the Week, respectively, for Week 10 of 2010. In addition to these three awards, the AFL is also highlighting the player who makes the best catch of the week, the playmaker of the week, and the highlight of the week. The Cutters Catch of the Week Award for Week 10 goes to Milwaukee wide receiver TIGER JONES, while Cleveland's defensive lineman TIM CHEATWOOD has been named the Playmaker of the Week. The Highlight of the Week award has gone to Jacksonville's quarterback AARON GARCIA.

JLS IRONMAN OF THE WEEK Bush (5-9, 165, Western Michigan) helped Orlando bring the first home loss to Tulsa this season by returning two kickoffs for touchdowns. Bush showed the Talons he was ready to win after returning the first kic

Martin, Vijul & Brutley earn Week 9 honors

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 17:04:50 GMT

Courtesy of Arena Football League Tulsa, OK (Sports Network) - Chicago wide receiver Chris Martin, Spokane wide receiver Raul Vijul and Tampa Bay defensive back Daryon Brutley have been named the JLS Ironman, Russell Athletic Offensive Player and Riddell Defensive Player of the Week, respectively, for Week 9 of 2010. In addition to these three awards, the AFL is also highlighting the player who makes the best catch of the week, the playmaker of the week, and the highlight of the week. The Cutters Catch of the Week Award for Week 9 goes to Spokane line backer Kevin Mccullough, while Dallas' wide receiver Kenny Henderson has been named the Playmaker of the Week. The Highlight of the Week award has gone to Orlando's kicker Carlos Martinez.

JLS IRONMAN OF THE WEEK Martin (5-11, 190, Washington State) was a major player in Chicago's second victory over the Cleveland Gladiators. Defensively, Martin tallied 3.5 tackles. But it was his offensive performance on special teams that m

Franklin, Michna & Nyenhuis earn weekly honors

Tue, 25 May 2010 14:16:28 GMT

Courtesy of Arena Football League Tulsa, OK (Sports Network) - Tulsa wide receiver CARLESE FRANKLIN, Chicago quarterback RUSS MICHNA and Tulsa defensive end GABE NYENHUIS have been named the JLS Ironman, Russell Athletic Offensive Player and Riddell Defensive Player of the Week, respectively, for Week 8 of 2010. In addition to these three awards, the AFL is also highlighting the player who makes the best catch of the week, the playmaker of the week, and the highlight of the week. The Cutters Catch of the Week Award for Week 8 goes to Orlando wide receiver BOBBY SIPPIO, while Orlando's quarterback NICK HILL has been named the Playmaker of the Week. The highlight of the week award has gone to Arizona's defensive back TERRANCE SANDERS.

JLS IRONMAN OF THE WEEK Franklin (5-11, 190, McNeese State) got the game rolling for the Tulsa Talons as he rushed for the first touchdown of the game on the Talon's first drive. Franklin kept the offense going throughout the game, scoring in e

Wilson, Dutton & Simpson earn weekly honors

Tue, 18 May 2010 14:20:22 GMT

Courtesy of Arena Football League Tulsa, OK (Sports Network) - Jacksonville wide receiver JOMO WILSON, Cleveland quarterback JOHN DUTTON and Iowa defensive back JASON SIMPSON have been named the JLS Ironman, Russell Athletic Offensive Player and Riddell Defensive Player of the Week, respectively, for Week 7 of 2010. In addition to these three awards, the AFL is also highlighting the player who makes the best catch of the week, the playmaker of the week, and the highlight of the week. The Cutters Catch of the Week Award for Week 7 goes to Milwaukee wide receiver DAMIAN HARRELL, while Cleveland's wide receiver BEN NELSON has been named the Playmaker of the Week. The highlight of the week award has gone to Milwaukee's quarterback CHRIS GREISEN.

JLS IRONMAN OF THE WEEK Wilson (6-0, 205, Eastern Oregon) was an integral part of the Shark's 70-49 victory over the Dallas Vigilantes in Week 7 action. Wilson caught ten passes for 123 yards and four touchdowns. However, Wilson's majo

Ransom, Grady & Everett earn weekly honors

Tue, 11 May 2010 13:01:54 GMT

Courtesy of Arena Football League Tulsa, OK (Sports Network) - Tulsa line backer JAMAR RANSOM, Oklahoma City quarterback TOMMY GRADY and Milwaukee line backer MARCUS EVERETT have been named the JLS Ironman, Russell Athletic Offensive Player and Riddell Defensive Player of the Week, respectively, for Week 6 of 2010. In addition to these three awards, the AFL is also highlighting the player who makes the best catch of the week, the playmaker of the week, and the highlight of the week. The Cutters Catch of the Week Award for Week 6 goes to Tulsa wide receiver DONOVAN MORGAN, while Orlando's wide receiver RAYSHAWN KIZER has been named the Playmaker of the Week. The highlight of the week award has gone to Oklahoma City's wide receiver TIMON MARSHALL.

JLS IRONMAN OF THE WEEK Ransom (6-0, 230, Oklahoma State) was an integral part of the Talons' 62-56 victory over the Alabama Vipers in Week 6 action. Ransom acted as the heart of the team, getting his teammates pumped up and nailin

Johnson, Greisen & Varner earn weekly honors

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:52:24 GMT

Courtesy of Arena Football League Tulsa, OK (Sports Network) - Alabama wide receiver CJ JOHNSON, Milwaukee quarterback CHRIS GREISEN and Iowa defensive back TANNER VARNER have been named the JLS Ironman, Russell Athletic Offensive Player and Riddell Defensive Player of the Week, respectively, for Week 5 of 2010. In addition to these three awards, the AFL is also highlighting the player who makes the best catch of the week, the playmaker of the week, and the highlight of the week. The Cutters Catch of the Week Award for Week 5 goes to Utah wide receiver CHRIS FRANCIES, while Tampa Bay's wide receiver DEANDREW RUBIN has been named the Playmaker of the Week. The highlight of the week award has gone to Cleveland's wide receiver BRENT HOLMES.

JLS IRONMAN OF THE WEEK Johnson (5-10, 185, Tennessee State) did everything he could to get Alabama on the board in their upset win over previously undefeated Milwaukee. Johnson made seven catches for 91 yards on the game, leading the team

Smith, Windsor & Rogers earn weekly honors

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 12:40:36 GMT

Courtesy of Arena Football League Tulsa, OK (Sports Network) - Chicago full back CLIFTON SMITH, Arizona wide receiver ROD WINDSOR and Chicago defensive back NYGEL ROGERS have been named the JLS Ironman, Russell Athletic Offensive Player and Riddell Defensive Player of the Week, respectively, for Week 4 of 2010, the AFL's first season back after taking a year hiatus. In addition to these three awards, the AFL is also highlighting the player who makes the best catch of the week, the playmaker of the week, and the highlight of the week. The Cutters Catch of the Week Award for Week 4 goes to Milwaukee wide receiver DAMIAN HARRELL, while Tulsa's wide receiver DONOVAN MORGAN has been named the Playmaker of the Week. The highlight of the week award has gone to Arizona's wide receiver ANTHONY MIX.

JLS IRONMAN OF THE WEEK Smith (6-2, 250, Syracuse) put up serious numbers for the Rush in Week 4 when they defeated the Utah Blaze, 63-40. Smith tallied two tackles, one tackle for loss,

Hampton, Shipp & Gray earn weekly honors

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:45:50 GMT

Courtesy of Arena Football League Tulsa, OK (Sports Network) - Utah wide receiver BRANDON HAMPTON, Alabama wide receiver LARRY SHIPP and Milwaukee defensive back VIRGIL GRAY have been named the JLS Ironman, Russell Athletic Offensive Player and Riddell Defensive Player of the Week, respectively, for Week 3 of 2010, the AFL?s first season back after taking a year hiatus. In addition to these three awards, the AFL is also highlighting the player who makes the best catch of the week, the playmaker of the week, and the highlight of the week. The Cutters Catch of the Week Award for Week 3 goes to Orlando wide receiver T.T. TOLIVER, while Arizona?s wide receiver TRANDON HARVEY has been named the Playmaker of the Week. The highlight of the week award has gone to Chicago?s defensive back DEJUAN ALFONSO.

JLS IRONMAN OF THE WEEK Hampton (5-9, 190, California) continues to be a major playmaker for the struggling Utah Blaze. Last week versus the Alabama Vipers, Hampton tallied three k

Marshall, Berry & Martin earn weekly honors

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 11:21:23 GMT

Courtesy of Arena Football League Tulsa, OK (Sports Network) - Bossier-Shreveport wide receiver WILLIS MARSHALL, Bossier-Shreveport wide receiver PJ BERRY and Chicago defensive back CHRIS MARTIN have been named the JLS Ironman, Russell Athletic Offensive Player and Riddell Defensive Player of the Week, respectively, for Week 2 of 2010, the AFL?s first season back after taking a year hiatus. In addition to these three awards, the AFL is also highlighting the player who makes the best catch of the week, the playmaker of the week, and the highlight of the week. The Cutters Catch of the Week Award for Week 2 goes to Bossier-Shreveport wide receiver WILLIS MARSHALL, his second award of the week, while Orlando?s wide receiver T.T. TOLIVER has been named the Playmaker of the Week. The highlight of the week award has gone to Alabama?s defensive back AHMAD HAWKINS.

JLS IRONMAN OF THE WEEK Marshall (5-10, 195, Youngstown State) put up serious numbers on both offense and defense - st

Rattlers to give away all tickets for home opener

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 12:22:10 GMT

It is the return season for the Arena Football League, which closed its doors in December 2008 amid the recession.

A new group of investors purchased the old league's assets, including team names, trademarks and logos, this past December.

Forse, Greisen and Swanson earn weekly honors

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 10:46:49 GMT

Courtesy of Arena Football League Tulsa, OK (Sports Network) - Milwaukee wide receiver/defensive back NATE FORSE, Milwaukee quarterback CHRIS GREISEN and Arizona defensive back RILEY SWANSON have been named the JLS Ironman, Russell Athletic Offensive Player and Riddell Defensive Player of the Week, respectively, for Week 1 of 2010, the AFL's first season back after taking a year hiatus. In addition to these three awards, the AFL is also highlighting the player who makes the best catch of the week, the playmaker of the week, and the highlight of the week. The Cutters Catch of the Week Award for Week 1 goes to Iowa wide receiver TODD BLYTHE, while Chicago's wide receiver/defensive back SAMIE PARKER has been named the Playmaker of the Week. The highlight of the week award has gone to Chicago's linebacker DEJUAN ALFONSO.

JLS IRONMAN OF THE WEEK Forse (6-4, 220, California PA) made a big impact for the victorious Milwaukee Iron this week, putting in serious effort on both sides

San Jose confirms Arena League's demise

Wed, 05 Aug 2009 14:30:21 GMT

The league was originally suspended just for the 2009 season and intended on returning in 2010, but the AFL has now suspended operations indefinitely.

"It is very unfortunate that the tremendously loyal and enthusiastic SaberCats fans will not be able to see their team on the field as a member of the AFL in 2010," said team vice president Hank Stern. "We deeply regret this turn of events and wish to thank our fans for their passionate support, and we apologize that they are being disappointed due to this decision by the league." The release says that "there remained an impasse in getting the required 75 percent of the franchises to commit to the 2010 season." The SaberCats won the ArenaBowl three times since joining the league in 1995 and were the runner-up in the final ArenaBowl in 2008

Reports: Arena league to announce demise

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 01:51:58 GMT

Brett Bouchy, majority owner of the Arizona Rattlers, told the Orlando Sentinel that the league expects to declare bankruptcy, going into Chapter 7 liquidation.

Columbus Destroyers majority partner Jim Renacci told the Columbus Dispatch that owners were unable to reach a consensus on a plan to revive the league. The newspaper says a 75 percent majority among the league's 17 remaining franchises was required to pass any proposal and that a formal announcement is expected within the next day.

AFL's Avengers fold

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 14:29:24 GMT

In a statement on the team's website, the Avengers announced their decision to fold.

"The entire Avengers organization extends heartfelt thanks to the fans who cheered on their team, it was their faithful support that kept the Avengers vibrant and energized for nearly a decade," the statement read.

AFL suspends 2009 season

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 12:43:40 GMT

"Every owner in the AFL is strongly committed to the league, the game, and, most importantly, the fans," said acting commissioner Ed Policy.

"Owners, however, recognize that, especially in light of the current unprecedented economic climate, the AFL, as a business enterprise, needs to be restructured if it is to continue to provide its unique brand of this affordable, fan- friendly sport." The board made the move to cancel the season, which is subject to the agreement of the players' association, in a conference call on Sunday.

AFL will not suspend play for 2009

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 22:03:44 GMT

Earlier Wednesday, the Rocky Mountain News reported the league would announce this week that play would be suspended for the 2009 season. A release Wednesday evening stated otherwise.

The league said that the board "will continue to meet regularly to examine any and all long-term structural improvement options for the AFL." The league has faced trouble in the offseason as longtime commissioner David Baker resigned in July and no replacement has been named.