The
CIFL has released it’s 2013 regular season schedule which will begin on
Friday, February 8th. With ten teams set to compete for the CIFL
Championship, things begin the weekend after the conclusion of the NFL
season and run for twelve consecutive weeks. Each team will play five
home and five away contests (along with two bye weeks) and the playoffs
will begin the first weekend of May.
The
league approved the expansion of the playoff format from four to six
teams (with the top two teams receiving byes). The CIFL Championship
will occur on or around Saturday May 18th, wrapping up the entire season
prior to Memorial Day weekend.
The
season will kick off on Friday February 8th, beginning with the home
opener for the Owensboro Rage. Pregame festivities for this game will
include the honoring of the late Eddie Cronin, the former GM of the 2012
Rage with a moment of silence (and each individual team within the CIFL
will follow suit at their first home game for the 2013 season). That
night the Saginaw Sting will begin their quest for a second consecutive
CIFL Championship with a ring ceremony commemorating their 2012
undefeated season.
The
CIFL has also scheduled two Monday night football contests in 2013,
with games scheduled at home for the Kentucky Drillers on February 18th
and the Saginaw Sting on March 18th. A full version of the 2013
schedule is available at: bit.ly/2013ciflschedule.
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
York Capitals Is The Official Name For The 2013 AIF Expansion Team
The
Fans have Spoken and The Name is Official! York Capitals Is The
Official Name For The 2013 AIF Expansion Team that will play in York,
PA.
The American Indoor Football league and the ownership of the new expansion team want to thank all the fans who voted. "We had an incredible response to the contest with well over 1000 votes cast and want to thank all the fans who participated. We're excited to have the York Capitals for the 2013 season." stated John Morris of the American Indoor Football league.
The York Capitals took off to an early lead in the voting and never looked back. Fans cast well over 1000 votes combined on the Facebook and League polls to make the York Capitals the winning name! The league wants to congratulate the fans who submitted a valid entry.
The American Indoor Football league and the ownership of the new expansion team want to thank all the fans who voted. "We had an incredible response to the contest with well over 1000 votes cast and want to thank all the fans who participated. We're excited to have the York Capitals for the 2013 season." stated John Morris of the American Indoor Football league.
The York Capitals took off to an early lead in the voting and never looked back. Fans cast well over 1000 votes combined on the Facebook and League polls to make the York Capitals the winning name! The league wants to congratulate the fans who submitted a valid entry.
Cincinnati Commandos Suspend Operations For 2013
The
Cincinnati Commandos have decided to suspend operations and play for
the 2013 season. As a result of industry analysis and growth
projections, the team decided to forgo the season and reorganize.
Due to instability with the leagues they have participated in the last few seasons and throughout the industry, the Commandos organization needed to re-organize for their future success. In a release the team stated that “It is paramount to increase marketing initiatives, corporate partnerships, as well as our fan base, for the Commandos to move forward in 2014 and beyond.”
General Manager Jason Buckley commented on the situation; "While we are disappointed we will not be able to play in 2013, we would like to thank all of our fans who supported the Commandos through our THREE-consecutive championship runs!!!"
Due to instability with the leagues they have participated in the last few seasons and throughout the industry, the Commandos organization needed to re-organize for their future success. In a release the team stated that “It is paramount to increase marketing initiatives, corporate partnerships, as well as our fan base, for the Commandos to move forward in 2014 and beyond.”
General Manager Jason Buckley commented on the situation; "While we are disappointed we will not be able to play in 2013, we would like to thank all of our fans who supported the Commandos through our THREE-consecutive championship runs!!!"
Monday, November 5, 2012
Cedar Rapids Titans To Introduce 2013 Head Coach Thursday
The
Cedar Rapids Titans have scheduled a 3:00pm news conference for
Thursday, November 8, 2012 at the Butcher Block Steakhouse located at
1117 First Ave SE In Cedar Rapids. The team will introduce the 2013
coaching staff including the head coach, coordinators, and assistants.
The news conference is open to members of the media and Titans fans
& sponsors. Titan's players & front office staff including the
team's general manager/co owner Chris Kokalis along with other team
owners will also be on hand. Complimentary refreshments will be
available courtesy of Butcher Block Steakhouse.
Sunday, November 4, 2012
Utah's Grady, Lesué Support Local Boy Scouts
Utah
Blaze QB Tommy Grady and WR Aaron Lesué have combined for more
touchdown connections than any other pair in franchise history. But on
Saturday, the duo teamed up to support the local Boy Scouts of America
Trapper Trails Council through the organization's annual Holiday
Auction.
Each year, the Holiday Auction is held to raise money for the organization. Proceeds from the event go to ensuring all of the community's youth has an opportunity to participate in Boys Scouts, regardless of economic situation. This year, over 500 supporters were on hand to participate in the auction.
In addition to making an in-kind donation, Grady and Lesué attended the event to show support on behalf of the Utah Blaze. "I'm honored to have the opportunity to support such a great cause," said Grady. "We're always trying to make a positive impact on the community, and the Boys Scouts share that goal.
Boy Scouts of America strives to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes while preparing them to become responsible, participating citizens and leaders. The Trapper Trails Council serves over 47,000 youth in Northern Utah, Southeastern Idaho, and Western Wyoming.
Each year, the Holiday Auction is held to raise money for the organization. Proceeds from the event go to ensuring all of the community's youth has an opportunity to participate in Boys Scouts, regardless of economic situation. This year, over 500 supporters were on hand to participate in the auction.
In addition to making an in-kind donation, Grady and Lesué attended the event to show support on behalf of the Utah Blaze. "I'm honored to have the opportunity to support such a great cause," said Grady. "We're always trying to make a positive impact on the community, and the Boys Scouts share that goal.
Boy Scouts of America strives to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes while preparing them to become responsible, participating citizens and leaders. The Trapper Trails Council serves over 47,000 youth in Northern Utah, Southeastern Idaho, and Western Wyoming.
Saturday, November 3, 2012
Utah Blaze Announce “Coats for the Cold” Holiday Charity
This
holiday season, the Utah Blaze will once again be teaming up with
sponsors to help donate to the less fortunate through its second annual
“Coats for the Cold” charity. With the help of Costa Vida and
Chick-fil-A restaurants, as well as Arrow Moving & Storage and
Meadowbrook Station Apartments, the Blaze will gather coats, clothing
and other donated items in an effort to make a significant contribution
to The Road Home Shelter.
Donation bins will be in place at several Utah Blaze sponsor locations around the Salt Lake area from Monday, November 5th until Saturday, December 15th. The Blaze will then gather all of the donated items and deliver them to The Road Home Shelter during its 18th annual Holiday Radio-a-Thon on Thursday, December 20th.
The Radio-a-Thon is held each year to raise awareness of the homeless in our community and increase funding. Local radio stations will be broadcasting live from The Road Home Shelter while participating in a friendly competition to see who can raise the most money. Listeners are also invited to bring in-kind donations to the shelter. Head Coach Ron James will be in attendance, along with Utah Blaze players, dancers, and mascot Torch.
“The holidays are a time for giving and I’m thrilled that the Utah Blaze will once again have the opportunity to help make our community a better place,” said Head Coach Ron James. “Our ‘Coats for the Cold’ campaign was very successful last season and I’m looking forward to even better results this year. Of course, none of this would be possible without the help of our sponsors. We thank them for their generous support.”
The Road Home began in 1923 as Travelers' Aid Society, operating out of a local bus depot and providing assistance to stranded travelers and other disconnected persons. In 2001, they changed their name to The Road Home to better reflect their mission. The Road Home has since grown to become the state's largest homeless shelter.
If you would like to donate to The Road Home Shelter, please visit any of our sponsorship donation locations between Monday, November 5th and Saturday, December 15th!
DONATION LOCATIONS
Chick-fil-A South Towne Marketplace
10090 S State Street
Sandy, UT 84070
Costa Vida Foothill
1336 South Foothill Blvd.
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
Costa Vida Town Center Plaza
10369 South State Street
Sandy, UT 84070
Costa Vida West Valley
3312 South Decker Lake Dr.
West Valley City, UT 84119
Costa Vida Centerville
639 W Market Place Dr.
Centerville, UT 84014
Costa Vida Draper
213 East 12300 South
Draper, UT 84020
Meadowbrook Station Apartments
3994 South Howick Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84107
Costa Vida Sugarhouse
1010 East 2100 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84107
Costa Vida Murray
4361 South State Street
Murray, UT 84107
Costa Vida Riverton
3728 West 13400 South
Riverton, UT 84065
Costa Vida Sandy
1902 East 9400 South
Sandy, UT 84093
Costa Vida West Jordan
3812 West 7800 South
West Jordan, UT 84084
Donation bins will be in place at several Utah Blaze sponsor locations around the Salt Lake area from Monday, November 5th until Saturday, December 15th. The Blaze will then gather all of the donated items and deliver them to The Road Home Shelter during its 18th annual Holiday Radio-a-Thon on Thursday, December 20th.
The Radio-a-Thon is held each year to raise awareness of the homeless in our community and increase funding. Local radio stations will be broadcasting live from The Road Home Shelter while participating in a friendly competition to see who can raise the most money. Listeners are also invited to bring in-kind donations to the shelter. Head Coach Ron James will be in attendance, along with Utah Blaze players, dancers, and mascot Torch.
“The holidays are a time for giving and I’m thrilled that the Utah Blaze will once again have the opportunity to help make our community a better place,” said Head Coach Ron James. “Our ‘Coats for the Cold’ campaign was very successful last season and I’m looking forward to even better results this year. Of course, none of this would be possible without the help of our sponsors. We thank them for their generous support.”
The Road Home began in 1923 as Travelers' Aid Society, operating out of a local bus depot and providing assistance to stranded travelers and other disconnected persons. In 2001, they changed their name to The Road Home to better reflect their mission. The Road Home has since grown to become the state's largest homeless shelter.
If you would like to donate to The Road Home Shelter, please visit any of our sponsorship donation locations between Monday, November 5th and Saturday, December 15th!
DONATION LOCATIONS
Chick-fil-A South Towne Marketplace
10090 S State Street
Sandy, UT 84070
Costa Vida Foothill
1336 South Foothill Blvd.
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
Costa Vida Town Center Plaza
10369 South State Street
Sandy, UT 84070
Costa Vida West Valley
3312 South Decker Lake Dr.
West Valley City, UT 84119
Costa Vida Centerville
639 W Market Place Dr.
Centerville, UT 84014
Costa Vida Draper
213 East 12300 South
Draper, UT 84020
Meadowbrook Station Apartments
3994 South Howick Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84107
Costa Vida Sugarhouse
1010 East 2100 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84107
Costa Vida Murray
4361 South State Street
Murray, UT 84107
Costa Vida Riverton
3728 West 13400 South
Riverton, UT 84065
Costa Vida Sandy
1902 East 9400 South
Sandy, UT 84093
Costa Vida West Jordan
3812 West 7800 South
West Jordan, UT 84084
Friday, November 2, 2012
Detroit Thunder Rolls Into CIFL
The
Continental Indoor Football League is proud to announce the expansion
Detroit Thunder franchise will join the CIFL for the 2013 season.
"We are honored to bring Indoor Football back to the Metro Detroit area and look forward to building a solid foundation and fan base," said Majority Owners Dave and Cynthia Kinsman.
The Thunder will don the colors of gold, white and navy blue as they begin quest to claim victory of the Michigan Cup. The cup will be up for grabs this season as interstate rival Patriots and the Saginaw Sting will square off in head-to-head match-ups during the 2013 CIFL regular season.
More information will be made available in the upcoming weeks and will include the unveiling of the new logo and team website.
"We are grateful for this opportunity to represent the CIFL in the largest Football City in the state of Michigan," Dave and Cynthia said, "We are committed to our coaches, players, fans, and businesses we partner with in 2013 and beyond." The Thunder will kick off their inaugural season February 9th.
"We are honored to bring Indoor Football back to the Metro Detroit area and look forward to building a solid foundation and fan base," said Majority Owners Dave and Cynthia Kinsman.
The Thunder will don the colors of gold, white and navy blue as they begin quest to claim victory of the Michigan Cup. The cup will be up for grabs this season as interstate rival Patriots and the Saginaw Sting will square off in head-to-head match-ups during the 2013 CIFL regular season.
More information will be made available in the upcoming weeks and will include the unveiling of the new logo and team website.
"We are grateful for this opportunity to represent the CIFL in the largest Football City in the state of Michigan," Dave and Cynthia said, "We are committed to our coaches, players, fans, and businesses we partner with in 2013 and beyond." The Thunder will kick off their inaugural season February 9th.
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