Yardbarker: Arena Football

Orlando Predators join new arena league venture

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 23:00:00 -0500

The Predators are back.

Return of the Arena League?

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 13:55:29 -0500

Earlier this year, the plug was pulled on the original Arena Football League.But there's another somewhat prominent indoor league that still exists -- af2. And our friends at KJRH report that some of the af2 teams will combine with some...

I'm A Celebrity, Please Get Me Out Of This Interview

Fri, 29 May 2009 11:27:58 -0500

The NBC sure to be blockbuster hit, "I'm A Celebrity....Get Me Out Of Here", kicks off next week, and some of the show's "stars" have been doing press this week. Two of those people are Patti Blagoevich and John Salley. Both showed up on the oh-so-entertaining Good Day L.A. via satellite recently, and after some awkward questions on delay, host Steve Edwards decided to try and be funny at John Salley's expense. Let's just say the joke didn't go over too...

Chiefs Add Pat Sperduto To The Scouting Department

Fri, 01 May 2009 19:08:20 -0500

The Kansas City Chiefs have hired former Nashville Kats head coach Pat Sperduto as a scout. Sperduto twice served as coach of the Arena Football...

Avengers Leaving What's Left Of Arena League

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 19:01:25 -0500

((HT: LA Times/Sam Farmer))

The only pro football team in Los Angeles is calling it quits. After nine seasons, the L.A. Avengers are terminating their membership in the Arena Football League, team owner Casey Wasserman said Sunday ((pictured, thanks Nick Laham/Getty)).

The move comes four months after the AFL voted to suspend the 2009 season to devise a new business model in hopes of restarting in 2010. That plan has not materialized, and the 16-team league is set to vote today on a new collective bargaining agreement with its players union.The Avengers did not want to participate in that vote, Wasserman said, without a defined business plan for the future of the league.
"It's disappointing, because I don't think it was necessary to get to this point," said Wasserman, whose team was acquired for $5 million in 1999 and began playing in 2000. The Avengers won a division title in 2005 and made four playoff appearances.

The league requires team owners to vote on such a termination request, but it's highly unlikely the decision to disband will be reversed.Wasserman sent an e-mail Saturday to Jim Renacci, owner of the Columbus Destroyers and the league's de facto commissioner, alerting him of the decision.
The Avengers are not the first team to shut its doors within the last year. The New Orleans VooDoo, owned by Tom Benson of the New Orleans Saints, ceased operations in October.The league has been without a permanent commissioner since last July, when David Baker surprisingly resigned after 12 seasons. Ed Policy, the interim commissioner, stepped down earlier this month.
As for the future of pro football in L.A., Wasserman said: "The fans in L.A. have been passionate and supportive of professional football, and I hope one day we can all share in the excitement of its return to Los Angeles."
Those of us at OSG HQ think this is only one more step to the end of the Arena Football dynamic as we know it. If you dig the sport, there's always af2. Their business model is, probably, the one that the big boys should have paid attention to in the first place.

AFL Veteran Talks Bluntly About League's Suspension, Management and Harsh Reality Facing Players

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 08:37:58 -0500

When the league's owners voted on indefinitely suspending the 2009 season this past December, Will Holder was one of the vocal players who expressed his frustration with the way the AFL was run and the manner in which the players were given little notice of its uncertain future. We caught up with Will to talk about the AFL, its failures, its frustrations and its players' prospects for the future.

Zambrano's Moustache + Statistics + Advice = Must Read

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 09:40:10 -0500

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Just When You Thought The AFL Was Safe

Thu, 25 Dec 2008 00:20:09 -0500

((HT: Sports Business Daily))

Days after cancelling its 2009 season, the Arena Football League is facing legal action from its former television partner.
NBC has filed a lawsuit against the AFL "alleging that the league owes the network $1,597,320 in advertising revenue from broadcasts during the ...

Arena Football League Teams (prior to the cancellation of the 2009 season)

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 17:28:15 -0500

Fare the well, Arena Football League! Hope to see you in 2010!

Arena Football League to cancel '09 season

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 13:48:20 -0500

AFL to cancel season, as fringe sports and leagues struggle, can it be to long before the big leagues are hit?

Arena Football and Other Things Ruined By Bon Jovi

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 09:25:37 -0500

After 20 years, it's over, Johnny. And we blame you. A season after your Soul won the Arena Bowl and you force-fed your feathered mullet to sports fans across the country, the AFL goes down in a Blaze of Glory. And in case you've forgotten, allow the HHR staff to remind you of other things you've ruined over the years.

Soul may yet be able to defend Arena Championship

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 02:09:45 -0500

The Philadelphia Soul may be the final Arena Football League Champions, although some news came out today that could change that. Despite rumors swirling that the AFL was going to shut down for the 2009 season, it appears that there is still a chance the league will continue on. On Wednesday, the league directors voted to not suspend the league for next season, but that still doesn't guarantee that the AFL will continue.... Click the link for the rest of the article....

Bad News for Arena Football Fans

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 14:05:40 -0500

Today is a sad day for the Arena Football League (AFL) as the 2009 AFL season has been suspended and it seems that the league's ongoing existence is in flux as well. This comes two days after the NFL announced layoffs of 150 people. In my mind, the trouble stems from a few elements: - The quality and values of teams is too differentiated. The San Jose Sabercats, for instance, are successful and well funded - but the lower quadrant of the AFL is totally different. Read more by fo...

A Soul Win Does Not Mean The Curse Is Lifted

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 22:29:23 -0500

No! I did not wait 25 years, watch another city lift the championship trophy almost 100 times, and suffer through a Jim McMahon/Jeff Kemp/Pat Ryan/Brad Goebel Eagles team to have an Arena Football League team be the ones who get the glory for finally bringing a championship to this city. So I better not see a parade down Broad street next week with the city painted teal and black, or have Benjamin Franklin Parkway turned in Matt D'Orazio Way. And while team co-owner John Bon Jovi can throw a free concert if he wants to, do not dare deck out the Billy Penn statue in 80s era Bon Jovi attire. Let's take this for what it is: a minor league team won a championship - something that's been done in this city many times before. In hockey the Phantoms have won two Calder Cups. In indoor soccer the Kixx have won two MISL championships (most recently last year). And in lacrosse the Wings have one six championships, while the Barrage have won three. Yet I don't recall seeing any of these championships featured on SportsNite on Comcast SportsNet. And why is that? Because they're not major sports. So while over the next day or so you'll read about how this is Philadelphia's first championship in 25 years, or that the curse is over, or that Arena Football is a "legitimate sport," know that this is people grasping at straws. Repeat after me. "This. Doesn't. Count." But hey congrats Philadelphia Soul on winning your championship, just don't try telling me it means anything. Because until the Eagles, Flyers, Phillies or Sixers bring a championship to the city the truth is Billy Penn is still standing on his perch above city hall putting the kibosh on our fun.

The New Soul of Philadelphia

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 18:14:24 -0500

Move over Eagles, the Philadelphia Soul are the hottest football team in Philly, and the newest city champs, having won ArenaBowl 22 Sunday. The Soul beat the reigning champion San Jose SaberCats 59-56 in their first ArenaBowl, withstanding a tense late 4th quarter comeback by San Jose. Both teams scored on their opening drives of the game. Soul Quarterback Matt D'Orazio threw seven touchdowns and ran for one other score. Philadelphia scored on all six of its first-half possessions and took the lead for good with three consecutive touchdowns in the second quarter. That's not to say that the SaberCats gave up. San Jose made things very tense in the final minutes, scoring 14 points in 11 seconds in the final minute of the game. Philadelphia scored with 40 seconds left in regulation, after receiving the benefit of a defensive pass interference call on 4th down on a play in the end zone. D'Orazio then hooked up with Phil Bogle three plays later to seemingly seal the game for the Soul at 59-42 with the extra point. That is when things got dicey. San Jose quarterback Mark Grieb connected with Rodney Wright to bring the game to 59-49. The SaberCats were unsuccessful on the 2-point conversion. They were, however, successful on the onside kick the following play, downing the ball on the Philadelphia 14. San Jose was down by 10 with 28 seconds to go. Eleven seconds later that lead would be reduced to just four, with a touchdown pass to Jason Geathers. San Jose connected on their two point conversion and made it a three point game at 59-56. Despite another onside kick, the SaberCats would get no closer. Philadelphia recovered the kickoff and was successfully able to run out the remaining time on the clock to win their first championship in their short five year history. The Soul's victory was the first championship in Philadelphia since the AHL Philadelphia Phantoms won the Calder Cup in 2005. There hasn't been a championship in football in Philadelphia since the Eagles won the NFL Championship in 1960, before the establishment of the SuperBowl. While the Soul's victory will likely not garner the same kind of attention and enthusiasm from Philadelphia's fanbase that a Phillies, Eagles, Sixers, or Flyers championship would, it is still an exciting achievement worthy of note and recognition. The Soul have battled through a tough season, one that looked dour early when first string quarterback Tony Graziani sprained his ankle in Week 3, this after he set the franchise record with touchdowns in a game with nine. Newly acquired second string quarterback D'Orazio played most of the remainder of the season and held this team together to a 13-3 record. It was a remarkable story and on behalf of everyone here at Hot Stove Philly I send our congratulations to the Philadelphia Soul, their owner Jon Bon Jovi, and General Manager Ron Jaworski, the 2008 Arena Football League Champions!

AFL: Conference Championship Match Ups

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 23:21:10 -0500

The Arena Football Conference Championship games are set and both are shaping up to have some great story lines. There are a few unlikely squads still in it so we have laid out the match ups and video highlights of how they got there.....

12 Steps to Football Season

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 07:15:48 -0500

Alright, sports addicts, the NBA Finals are almost over. You know what that means: a long, hot summer of nothing but baseball until the NFL starts. You'll get your fix watching training camp coverage and even Arena Football. You may even find yourself wishing NFL Europe was still around. I'm here to tell you that it's time to expand your horizons. There is more to sports than Football and Basketball. Summertime offers you, in the immortal words of the Fresh Prince, "time to sit back and unwind." For sports addicts, that means trying out new sports and getting in to sports that you may have casually followed in the past. In chronological order, here are 12 sporting events that will help you bridge the gap between the end of the NBA finals and the kickoff of the NFL season: 1. Euro 2008 Final June 29 The European soccer championships are already off to a great start, and the final should be an exciting matchup. Germany-Italy would be a great clash of the titans. Spain-Portugal would be a battle between underachieving neighbors. No matter who plays, it will be worth watching. 2. Wimbledon June 23 - July 6 The fortnight is always special. This year there should be some added drama, with Rafa Nadal trying to finally upend Roger Federer on grass, and Federer trying to prove that he's still the best in the world (even though he sucks on clay). On the women's side, Maria Sharapova will try to reclaim her #1 ranking from Ana Ivanovic. Even if you don't like tennis, that should be worth watching just for the eye candy. 3. UFC 86 July 5 Rampage Jackson and Forrest Griffin. If you haven't been watching UFC before now, this would be a good time to shell out the $40 (or find a good sports bar) and start. Rampage and Forrest have been the two coaches on this season of The Ultimate Fighter, so the tension for this fight has been building up for a while. The under card looks pretty good as well, with lots of fighters you know from watching past seasons of The Ultimate Fighter. I'm excited to see Corey Hill and his freakishly long arms fight again. 4. MLB All Star Game July 15 Baseball always seems to do the All Star Game right (except when it ends in a tie), and they will certainly pull out all the stops for this one. The All Star celebration will be part of the Yankee Stadium farewell tour this year, so you can expect lots of tributes to the history of that old building. Even if you hate the Yankees, that should be pretty special. 5. British Open July 17 - 20 Golf may be a bit slow at times, but nothing compares to the drama of the final day of a Major, especially with the passionate British fans looking on. 6. Tour de France: L'Alpe-d'Huez July 23 Yes, the Tour de France is still exciting even without Lance Armstrong. And even with the constant doping allegations. Maybe this year the winner will beyond suspicion. Regardless, the Alp d'Huez is the most famous mountain on the Tour, and this year it comes as the final mountain stage. Whoever gets to the top with the lead will likely ride into Paris with the Yellow Jersey. 7. Brickyard 400 July 27 After Daytona, this is the race that all NASCAR drivers want to win the most. There's so much history at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, and it's great to see the winner get emotional as he kisses the yard of bricks. 8. X Games 14 July 31 - August 3 Like the Olympics, but with more tattoos. And skateboards. And uses of the word "gnarly" by the announcers. It's hard to believe that the X Games have been around for 14 years, but even at that ripe old age they still feel fresh compared to most sporting events. If nothing else, they always exude a feeling of fun. It's obvious that everyone at X Games is enjoying themselves, which is more than you can say for Tiger Woods. 9. Summer Olympics Opening Ceremonies August 8 The sporting world has been watching the preparations for the Beijing Olympics carefully for 7 years now. Even still, no one is quite sure what to expect when the games finally begin. If nothing else, you can be sure that the Chinese will make the opening ceremonies something to remember (and not in a bad way like the Euro 2008 ceremonies). 10. Olympic Basketball Final August 23 Will the US make it back to the top level of the Olympic podium in basketball, or has the rest of the world passed us by for good? Will Coach K end up in a dank Chinese prison camp for cursing at the referees (fingers crossed)? 11. Little League World Series Final August 24 The Little League World Series is always a chance for sportswriters to get all sappy and teary-eyed about the way sports are supposed to be played. I don't buy in to all of that, but it's really fun to watch how excited the kids get during the games. Even if the quality of play isn't all that great, at least the players really care about the game. 12. European Grand Prix August 27 Formula 1 can be an acquired taste, but the European Grand Prix this year should be exciting for any sports fan. The race will be run on a temporary street circuit around the America's Cup port in Valencia, Spain. By that point in the season, there could still be a close battle for the drivers' championship between Lewis Hamilton, Kimi Raikkonen, Felipe Massa and Robert Kubica. The narrow street course will provide plenty of action and excitement. There you have it, enough sports to fill the void between the NBA and the NFL. Now go out and plan a barbecue around one of these events. And don't forget to invite me.

NiFTy-TV to show Free Football Online

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 07:58:14 -0500

The af2 has partnered with NiFTy-TV to bring free games to the fans in 2008 online. Could this be a short term answer for the All-American Football League?

Nebraska football Reaches Darkest Depth Yet 76 to 39

Sun, 04 Nov 2007 23:06:23 -0500

76 to 39, Seventy-six to thirty-nine, 76 points in a Big 12 North football game; 76 is now a number that will be ingrained into Husker football fans for a long time. It will be a fitting remembrance of the Bill Callahan/Kevin Cosgrove era for decades, just as Osborne's 255 wins in 25 years is a number to remember, but for different reasons. I thing that 76 should stand for, is that it is/was the final reason for AD Tom Osborne to make sure that the 2007 season is the last one in Lincoln for Bill Callahan and company, for that, there is no doubt. The game started with a glimmer of hope as new quarterback Joe Gantz led the huskers down the field for the games first touchdown, capping the drive with a 3-yard run. Gantz, a 4-year junior from Palos Heights, Ill then came right back and gave the Huskers their second lead 14-7 mid-way through the first quarter, then the bottom dropped out and Kansas scored on 10 straight possessions and Gantz's 400 plus passing day and the Huskers 39 points on the road, which in many a situation would have been more than enough to earn a victory, was mere window dressing as the Husker defense once again showed they had more holes in it than a sieve as they gave up 572 yards to go along with the 76 points. In fact the Kansas defense had only given up a total of 33 points at home this season in their previous 5 match-ups. Kansas sophomore Todd Reesing also connected with a bevy of receivers on the afternoon, orchestrating a fine-tuned Kansas onslaught by completing 30-of-41 passes for 354 yards and six touchdown passes. Looks to me that Reesing should be a lock to be the 5th straight Big 12 offensive player of the week after playing Cosgrove's defense. You know the tough part is going to be selecting the Big 12 offensive player of the year after the season is over won't it? Besides the 76 points being a record, the 48 at half time is also a record. Too be sure the Huskers were beaten badly in the past, for example in 2003 we lost to Texas 31-7, to Kansas State 38-9, but those games now look like "nail-biters" compared to 76-39. For more than 90 plays the Jayhawks had only 1 penalty, no sacks allowed and no turnovers. I tell you that when I first saw the score running on the ESPNEWS ticker, I thought it might be a basketball score that would be possible between these two schools, but not in football. Every week I speculate if our defense had finally reached the bottom, for they say in order to make progress, you have to first hit rock bottom. Well I sure hope to GOD that 76 is rock-bottom, it has to be. KU's defense, which looked baffled early by some unexpected passing formations, made enough adjustments to come up with four straight turnovers and put the game out of reach. Now there's a concept for Callahan and Cosgrove in particular, make adjustments during the game in order to stop the other team. Hmmm think that might be what is called "coaching"? 76-39 do they have these sort of scores in conference such as the Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Pac-10; this was not Arena Football. If Osborne had not made up his mind about the coaching staff, this game had to do it for him. Many of us Husker faithful have now come to expect this type of game, that we have sunk to the level of Baylor that beating such as these have become the norm, that the other big 12 schools don't even consider it to be an accomplishment by beating the Huskers anymore. Someday Husker football will return, but that day seems a long way after seeing 76 this Saturday. November 24, 2007 is 3 weeks away that will be the day after the final game of the season against Colorado. That is now the date that all Big Red Fans have circled on their calendar. As this should be the final day in Lincoln for Mr. Bill and company. GBR!

New Arena team in Cleveland spells trouble for new hockey franchise

Fri, 19 Oct 2007 04:05:04 -0500

Halftime Adjustments predicts the Las Vegas Gladiators' move to Cleveland will be the demise of the Lake Erie Monsters. (Colorado affiliate.)

2007 Week 1 Wide Receiver Rankings

Thu, 06 Sep 2007 04:09:32 -0500

Leaping acrobatic catches, deep bombs landing gracefully in the arms of a receiver as he stays in stride, one handed grabs?these are a few of my favorite things. And, it's why week 1 can't come quick enough. At this point and time the wide receiving landscape is perfectly even. No receptions have been made. No yards racked up, and no end zone dances danced. Everyone has a clean slate. So who will rise to the top after week 1. Will it be a familiar name like Steve Smith or Marvin Harrison, or will all fantasy owners be scrambling for the no-name WR, who racked up 100 yards and a score come Monday? To see the Bruno Boys take on the week 1 wide receivers, simply read the Bruno Boys Fantasy Wide Receiver Rankings below. ??????????????????????????????- 1. Steve Smith (CAR) at St. Louis Last year, Smith missed week 1. This year, not only will he be playing, he's got a fantastic match-up vs. a not-so-great Rams D on turf. 2007 will start off with a bang. Point Projection: 21 points ??????????????????????????????- 2. Marvin Harrison (IND) vs. New Orleans Opening night during prime time. How can you not like Harrison in what promises to be a high-scoring affair? Point Projection: 19 points ??????????????????????????????- 3. Terrell Owens (DAL) vs. New York Giants T.O.'s biggest accomplishment this off-season - being a non-story. The lack of media attention allowed Owens to focus on his game and have a solid training camp. Results will follow. Point Projection: 18 points ??????????????????????????????- 4. Reggie Wayne (IND) vs. New Orleans He's 1A to Harrison's 1 in Indy. In this shootout against the Saints, both will get their numbers. Point Projection: 16 points ??????????????????????????????- 5. Larry Fitzgerald (ARI) at San Francisco Many a team's week 1 fate may come down to this Monday Night match-up, and if it's Fitzgerald you're banking on to get you the win, you shouldn't be disappointed. Point Projection: 16 points ??????????????????????????????- 6. Torry Holt (STL) vs. Carolina It's no secret that Holt isn't at 100%, but even his 70% should be good enough to make him a top tier receiver. Until we have reason to believe otherwise, Holt will remain near the top of this list. Point Projection: 16 points ??????????????????????????????- 7. Roy Williams (DET) at Oakland With Mike Martz calling the plays and the running back situation not exactly hammered out, the Lions will pass on Sunday. Many of those throws will be directed Williams' way. Point Projection: 16 points ??????????????????????????????- 8. Chad Johnson (CIN) vs. Baltimore It's always a bit disheartening to see one of your top guys set to face the Ravens or Da' Bears in week 1. Still, you got to start Johnson because he always has that superstar potential no matter the opponent. Point Projection: 15 points ??????????????????????????????- 9. Marques Colston (NO) at Indianapolis Really, Thursday Night's game has the potential to end with an Arena Football League score. Accordingly, as the Saints' number 1 receiver, Colston's sophomore campaign should get off to a fast start. Point Projection: 15 points ??????????????????????????????- 10. T.J. Houshmandzadeh (CIN) vs. Baltimore Ok, he might not bring you a "CHAMPIONSHIP" just yet, but be sure to play Housh in week 1. He was in double digits last season in both games against the Ravens. Point Projection: 14 points ??????????????????????????????- 11. Donald Driver (GB) vs. Philadelphia Driver gave all his owners a scare when he had to be carted off the field during the Packers' preseason game against the Jags. The injury though turned out to be just a sprain, meaning Driver will be on the field week 1. And, as usual, he'll be Favre's favorite target. Point Projection: 14 points ??????????????????????????????- 12. Andre Johnson (HOU) vs. Kansas City It's time to see if QB Matt Schaub is an upgrade over David Carr. Our guess, at least for week 1 against a poor KC defense, is that he will be. That's good news for Johnson. Point Projection: 14 points ??????????????????????????????- 13. Javon Walker (DEN) at Buffalo A pleasant treat for his fantasy owners in 2006, Walker should give them plenty to be happy about after Week 1 of the 2007 season, especially since CB Nate Clements no longer suits up for Buffalo. Point Projection: 13 points ??????????????????????????????- 14. Plaxico Burress (NYG) at Dallas Plaxico Burress and the word inconsistent are basically synonyms; however, in each of the Giants two meetings with the Cowboys in 2006, Plax found pay dirt. Look for him to nab another score here in week 1. Point Projection: 13 points ??????????????????????????????- 15. Anquan Boldin (ARI) at San Francisco The Cardinals passing game will have a bit tougher time against the Niners this year with the 49ers' off-season addition of CB Nate Clements. But, Clements is only one CB, which means he can only guard one member of the dynamic duo at a time. Point Projection: 13 points ??????????????????????????????- 16. Darrell Jackson (SF) vs. Arizona Playing for the Seahawks, Jackson use to tear up the Cardinals (in 2006, he had double digit fantasy points in both match-ups with Arizona). Can he do the same as a member of the 49ers? If healthy, count on it. Point Projection: 13 points ??????????????????????????????- 17. Hines Ward (PIT) at Cleveland A broken nose, while painful, is not the type of injury that prevents a WR from being effective. Look for the Steelers to get things going on the right foot in 2007 and Hines Ward being a big part of that. Point Projection: 12 points ??????????????????????????????- 18. Lee Evans (BUF) vs. Denver While Evans has the potential to be a top fantasy receiver in 2007, a week 1 match-up against the Broncos and the likes of Champ Bailey and Dre' Bly won't help his cause. Point Projection: 12 points ??????????????????????????????- 19. Randy Moss (NE) at New York Jets Due to all the time Moss missed during training camp, he's a risky play in week 1. Not only will he not be familiar with his new teammates, he also may not be in football playing condition. Still, there is a chance that he gets on that field and puts up big numbers just to prove the Pats were right to get him. Because of that, he should be in your line-up if healthy. Point Projection: 11 points ??????????????????????????????- 20. Santana Moss (WAS) vs. Miami A large part of Moss's success early on in 2007 will be dependent upon QB Jason Campbell's play. As Campbell continues to get his feet wet, look for him to rely on his veteran WR often. Point Projection: 11 points To check out rankings number 21 to 50 visit the Bruno Boys website by clicking here:

Overnight Ratings for ArenaBowl XXI

Mon, 30 Jul 2007 19:51:41 -0500

The overnight ratings for ArenaBowl XXI, broadcast in HD on ABC Sunday afternoon, are in. And they are not good.

Destroyers Fall In ArenaBowl

Sun, 29 Jul 2007 22:07:25 -0500

Columbus Destroyers lose to the San Jose SaberCats 55-33 today in ArenaBowl XXI

AFL Nielsen TV Ratings on ESPN

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 11:01:44 -0500

It's been five months since ESPN detonated its new Arena Football League deal with hype that included an ESPN Zone bash in Times Square attended by everyone from Jon Bon Jovi to John Elway. With the Arena Bowl scheduled for Sunday on ABC, how has it worked out so far? The ratings suggest not so great.

Columbus Destroyers stepchild to home paper

Mon, 16 Jul 2007 00:05:58 -0500

Columbus Destroyers barely gets love from their home paper. They are the cinderella team of the AFL but home paper treating them like a stepchild.

Wanna Get High? Calvin Johnson, Gaines Adams and Amobi Okoye Probably Do

Fri, 20 Apr 2007 04:45:56 -0500

This is the sort of hard-hitting news that I need NBC, and that is why I love you. The company that got in on the ground floor of the "runaway success" of Arena Football, NBC sports has provided us with this little niblet from the NFL's pre-draft camp...

Arena League Fans Need to Work on Signage

Thu, 05 Apr 2007 12:09:18 -0500

Check out the picture of this douche-chill inducing sign. Think harder next time sir. This looks almost as horrendously awkward as your two-finger lobster clutch on that boring-ass sign.