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AFL announces 2009 divisional alignment
AFL 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.

Sportexe: Bringing Arena Football to You
Randy Snow, ArenaFan.com

When 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?

Dispersal draft and free agent signing period delayed temporarily
AFL 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.

October team-by-team update
AFL 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.



Arena Football star Raymond Philyaw returns to ULM as honorary ...
Monroe News Star

Monroe News Star, LA - 22 minutes agoThe Arena Football League star’s return to Monroe is just one of many special activities planned for Saturday as the Warhawks go for their sixth win in ...

Impressive crop of veterans available in 2009 free agency
AFL 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.

The Glove is not going anywhere.
Central Florida News 13|

The Glove is not going anywhere. One of the greatest players to ever play in arena football is Kenny McEntyre, also known as The Glove.

Orlando Predators to be chronicled in History Center on Saturday September 27th at Noon
Orlando Predators Press Release

On Saturday the Orlando Predators will become the first team in local history to have an exhibit in the Orange County Regional History Center. Team members past and present will be at the history center for photos with fans and to comment for media members.



Baker’s Abrupt Departure Shouldn’t Hurt Long Legacy
Adam Markowitz, ArenaFan.com

For 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.

Coaching for Odom his arena
Florida Today

A year later, he is in New Orleans, helping prepare the Philadelphia Soul of the Arena Football League for today's championship game against San Jose (TV: 3 p.m., ABC).

Brown, Soul aim for a championship
Charleston Post Courier

In the spring of 2002, Charleston Southern senior defensive back Mike Brown remembers packing his belongings for the trip home to Maryland, his college career complete, no professional prospects looming, and uncertainty clouding his future.

Arean Bowl Championship journey: Philadelphia Soul's Mike Mabry ...
Orlando Sentinel

Former UCF center Mike Mabry (right) has had a nomadic pro football career. He found a home with the Philadelphia Soul and will be playing against the San Jose Sabercats in ArenaBowl XXII in New Orleans. Mabry, a Texas native, talked about his football journey since leaving Orlando and the possibility of finally winning a championship.



Former UCF center Mike Mabry playing in ArenaBowl XXII
Orlando Sentinel

Former UCF center Mike Mabry, who is a starter for the Arena Football League's Philadelphia Soul, will be playing in ArenaBowl XXII Sunday in New Orleans. The Soul play the San Jose Sabercats, who are the defending champs.

Commissioner Baker resigns
Adam Markowitz, ArenaFan.com

On 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 Interviews
ArenaFan.com Press Release

ArenaFan.com brings you interviews from Radio Row at ArenaBowl XII in New Orleans

Beat the Guru: ArenaBowl XXII
Adam Markowitz, ArenaFan.com

Welcome 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.

NY Jets give former first-rounder Carroll another chance
NJ.com

The speedy Carroll played this year in the Arena Football League with the Orlando Predators after being waived by Jacksonville in May 2007, two days after he was arrested on weapon and drug charges.

Getting Defensive
Andy Lopusnak, ArenaFan.com

Over 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.

Shane Stafford named to Al Lucas team
Orlando Predators Press Release

On Monday Orlando Predators quarterback Shane Stafford was named to the Arena Football League’s Al Lucas Team. To be a member of this team the player must be an active member in his community and Stafford has been a staple in the Orlando and Tampa Bay communities during his AFL career.

Tryout camp dates set
Orlando Predators Press Release

The Orlando Predators of the Arena Football League set their open tryout dates for the upcoming 2009 season this week. The Free Agent tryouts will be held at Thunder Field adjacent to the Florida Citrus Bowl in Orlando, Florida on Saturday September 13 and Saturday November 8.

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At a Glance
Record Ovr Home Away
  9-7 5-3 4-4
Last Game Mon Jun 30
  Loss @CLE 66-69
Next Game None scheduled
       
Head Coach
Jay Gruden

With Predators: 93-61-0
Overall: 93-61-0

Complete Coaching Record
Schedule
Date Opp Time (ET)
May 31   Arizona L 53-60
Jun 7 @ Tampa Bay L 61-71
Jun 13   New Orleans W 51-49
Jun 30 @ Cleveland L 66-69
Complete Schedule
Standings
Southern Division W L PF PA
Georgia10 6 927 848
Orlando9 7 881 898
Tampa Bay8 8 903 876
New Orleans8 8 893 835
Complete Standings
Transactions
ORLANDO PREDATORS exempted K John Vaughn.
Complete Transactions
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