PHILADELPHIA – The playoff run of the 2015 AFL East Division Champion Philadelphia Soul will be broadcast live on 97.5 FM The Fanatic.
Joe DeCamara, host of The Fanatic’s 6-10 p.m. Weekday Show, including the weekly Ron Jaworski Show on Wednesdays from 6-7 p.m, will provide play-by-play. Soul General Manager, Tom Goodhines will provide color commentary.
Games to be broadcast on The Fanatic include the first round playoff game, which is set for Saturday, August 15 at 5 p.m. as they host the No. 4 seed of the Conference (TBD) at the Wells Fargo Center. With a Soul victory, the Soul will host the American Conference Championship game on Sunday, August 23 and will face the winner of the first round game featuring the No. 2 and No. 3 seed in the American Conference.
Should the Soul make the ArenaBowl Championship game on Saturday, August 29, the Soul would host that game in Philadelphia should they be the higher seed of the teams competing in the game.
“We have a championship caliber football team this year with a great opportunity to bring Philadelphia a second championship in our 10 seasons of play,” Soul Chief Operating Officer, John Adams said. “We are thrilled that our playoff run will be shared in Philadelphia with a championship caliber radio partner.”
97.5 FM The Fanatic is home to both college and professional sports, including Temple Football as well as the Philadelphia Flyers and Philadelphia 76ers.
“We have a great relationship with Soul owner Ron Jaworski and now we look forward to this opportunity with his team,” 97.5 The Fanatic’s program director Matt Nahigian said. “We want to be the station that brings Philadelphia’s next championship to the airwaves.”
The Soul host the New Orleans VooDoo in their last regular season home game this Sunday, August 2 at 4 p.m. at the Wells Fargo Center.
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Thursday, July 30, 2015
Monday, June 29, 2015
Soul clinches AFL East Division title
PHILADELPHIA - The Cleveland Gladiators' 74-41 loss to the Jacksonville Sharks Saturday night, ensured that the Philadelphia Soul (12-2) clinched the East Division title with four games remaining in the 2015 regular season.
The Soul defeated the Tampa Bay Storm, 64-42, on Friday night and it marks the third time in four years that Philadelphia has won the division title.
Philadelphia also holds a four-game lead in the American Conference, but must wait until their next game on Saturday, July 11 against the Gladiators to have a chance to clinch home-field advantage in the conference.
The Soul defeated the Tampa Bay Storm, 64-42, on Friday night and it marks the third time in four years that Philadelphia has won the division title.
Philadelphia also holds a four-game lead in the American Conference, but must wait until their next game on Saturday, July 11 against the Gladiators to have a chance to clinch home-field advantage in the conference.
Sunday, June 21, 2015
Soul finish strong to top LA
ANAHEIM – The Soul defense stiffened late and quarterback Dan Raudabaugh continued his MVP-type season as Philadelphia outlasted the Los Angeles KISS, 56-48, in front of 6,122 fans at Honda Center on Saturday night.
The Soul moved to 11-2 on the season and lead the American Conference, while also holding a four-game advantage over the Cleveland Gladiators in the East Division.
“We’re just happy to get a win,” Soul head coach Clint Dolezel said. “Any time you come out from the east coast to the west coast, it’s hard. We’re starting the game at 11 p.m. our time and finishing up past 1:30 a.m. I’m proud of our guys though. They fought hard. L.A.’s a good football team. They’re going to give them a good run out here.”
Marco Thomas led the Soul receivers with eight catches for 100 yards and three touchdowns. Ryan McDaniel had five receptions for 67 yards and one touchdown, while Harvey Binford had three receptions for 59 yards and one touchdown. Lonnie Outlaw chipped in with two catches for 34 yards and one touchdown. Tommy Taggart added 39 rushing on eight carries and one rushing touchdown for the Soul on offense.
Raudabaugh finished the night completing 19-of-30 passes for 268 yards, six touchdowns and one interception.
Mike Goosby led the defense with 5.0 total tackles and recovered an onsides kick, while Kent Richardson had 5.0 total tackles and had a 46-yard interception return for a touchdown. James Romain had 3.0 total tackles and two pass breakups and Teddy Jennings had two sacks in his season debut with the Soul, while Bryan Robinson added one sack for the night.
Next week, the Soul return home to face the Tampa Bay Storm at 7:30 p.m. at Wells Fargo Center on Friday, June 26. The game will be televised on The Comcast Network.
The Soul moved to 11-2 on the season and lead the American Conference, while also holding a four-game advantage over the Cleveland Gladiators in the East Division.
“We’re just happy to get a win,” Soul head coach Clint Dolezel said. “Any time you come out from the east coast to the west coast, it’s hard. We’re starting the game at 11 p.m. our time and finishing up past 1:30 a.m. I’m proud of our guys though. They fought hard. L.A.’s a good football team. They’re going to give them a good run out here.”
Marco Thomas led the Soul receivers with eight catches for 100 yards and three touchdowns. Ryan McDaniel had five receptions for 67 yards and one touchdown, while Harvey Binford had three receptions for 59 yards and one touchdown. Lonnie Outlaw chipped in with two catches for 34 yards and one touchdown. Tommy Taggart added 39 rushing on eight carries and one rushing touchdown for the Soul on offense.
Raudabaugh finished the night completing 19-of-30 passes for 268 yards, six touchdowns and one interception.
Mike Goosby led the defense with 5.0 total tackles and recovered an onsides kick, while Kent Richardson had 5.0 total tackles and had a 46-yard interception return for a touchdown. James Romain had 3.0 total tackles and two pass breakups and Teddy Jennings had two sacks in his season debut with the Soul, while Bryan Robinson added one sack for the night.
Next week, the Soul return home to face the Tampa Bay Storm at 7:30 p.m. at Wells Fargo Center on Friday, June 26. The game will be televised on The Comcast Network.
Thursday, June 18, 2015
Soul bring back veteran DE Jennings
PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Soul have brought back veteran defensive end Teddy Jennings for the team's playoff push.
The 6-foot-6 UConn product was a first-team All-Arena player for the Soul in 2014 when he ranked fourth in the AFL and matched a franchise record in with 11 sacks. Jennings also tallied 26.0 total tackles, two forced fumbles, one fumble recovery, a blocked kick and a safety a year ago.
“Anytime you can add an All-Arena performer onto your roster, you have improved your team,” Soul head coach Clint Dolezel said. “He had an outstanding rookie season and he will help our pass rush as we continue to make our push toward the playoffs.”
The Soul (10-2) will travel to Los Angeles to face the Kiss on Saturday.
The 6-foot-6 UConn product was a first-team All-Arena player for the Soul in 2014 when he ranked fourth in the AFL and matched a franchise record in with 11 sacks. Jennings also tallied 26.0 total tackles, two forced fumbles, one fumble recovery, a blocked kick and a safety a year ago.
“Anytime you can add an All-Arena performer onto your roster, you have improved your team,” Soul head coach Clint Dolezel said. “He had an outstanding rookie season and he will help our pass rush as we continue to make our push toward the playoffs.”
The Soul (10-2) will travel to Los Angeles to face the Kiss on Saturday.
Tuesday, May 26, 2015
Soul routs Tampa Bay
TAMPA – The Philadelphia Soul received an outstanding individual performance from Joe Goosby, while the entire Soul defense shut down the Tampa Bay Storm to cruise to an 71-27 victory in front of 13,421 fans at Amalie Motor Oil Field at Amalie Arena on Saturday night.
The 44-point victory marked the worst loss in Tampa Bay’s 28-year team history.
“For a group of guys coming off a loss, battling through adversity – this team came out focused and won all three phases of the game tonight,” Soul head coach Clint Dolezel said. “I couldn’t be prouder of these guys and really feel that we came together this week down here preparing for this game and it showed on the field.”
Goosby swept the postgame individual awards – Offensive Player, Playmaker and Defensive Player of the Game – the first time that has happened in team history since the expanded awards were given.
Ryan McDaniel led the Soul (8-1) receivers with seven catches for 61 yards and two touchdowns. Shaun Kauleinamoku added five catches for 63 yards and one touchdown. Marco Thomas had five receptions for 45 yards, while Lonnie Outlaw had four receptions for 85 yards and one touchdown. Goosby, who pulled double duty as fullback and linebacker, added three rushing touchdowns for the Soul on offense.
Dan Raudabaugh finished the night completing 19-of-26 passes for 213 yards, three touchdowns and one interception. In relief, Bryan Randall finished the game 4-of-6 passing for 57 yards and two touchdowns. Tampa Bay’s Jason Boltus completed 12-of-30 passes for 133 yards, three touchdowns and three interceptions.
Goosby led the defense with 3.0 total tackles, a 6-yard interception for a touchdown, a blocked extra point returned for two-points and two forced fumbles. Kent Richardson had 1.0 total tackle, a 10-yard interception for a touchdown and a fumble recovery, while James Romain had 4.0 total tackles and an interception. Bryan Robinson had two sacks for the night.
The Soul head to Atlantic City next to face the Las Vegas Outlaws in the DraftKings Boardwalk Bowl at 6 p.m. at the Boardwalk Hall on Saturday, May 30. The game will be national televised on CBS Sports Network.
The 44-point victory marked the worst loss in Tampa Bay’s 28-year team history.
“For a group of guys coming off a loss, battling through adversity – this team came out focused and won all three phases of the game tonight,” Soul head coach Clint Dolezel said. “I couldn’t be prouder of these guys and really feel that we came together this week down here preparing for this game and it showed on the field.”
Goosby swept the postgame individual awards – Offensive Player, Playmaker and Defensive Player of the Game – the first time that has happened in team history since the expanded awards were given.
Ryan McDaniel led the Soul (8-1) receivers with seven catches for 61 yards and two touchdowns. Shaun Kauleinamoku added five catches for 63 yards and one touchdown. Marco Thomas had five receptions for 45 yards, while Lonnie Outlaw had four receptions for 85 yards and one touchdown. Goosby, who pulled double duty as fullback and linebacker, added three rushing touchdowns for the Soul on offense.
Dan Raudabaugh finished the night completing 19-of-26 passes for 213 yards, three touchdowns and one interception. In relief, Bryan Randall finished the game 4-of-6 passing for 57 yards and two touchdowns. Tampa Bay’s Jason Boltus completed 12-of-30 passes for 133 yards, three touchdowns and three interceptions.
Goosby led the defense with 3.0 total tackles, a 6-yard interception for a touchdown, a blocked extra point returned for two-points and two forced fumbles. Kent Richardson had 1.0 total tackle, a 10-yard interception for a touchdown and a fumble recovery, while James Romain had 4.0 total tackles and an interception. Bryan Robinson had two sacks for the night.
The Soul head to Atlantic City next to face the Las Vegas Outlaws in the DraftKings Boardwalk Bowl at 6 p.m. at the Boardwalk Hall on Saturday, May 30. The game will be national televised on CBS Sports Network.
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Soul tweaks roster after first loss
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| New Soul WR Tyrone Goard |
Wide receiver Tyrone Goard, a 6-foot-4 Eastern Kentucky product who was recently released by the CFL's Winnipeg Blue Bombers was activated from the other-league-exempt list while WR Harvey Binford (6-0, Lindenwood) was placed on recallable waivers and offesnive lineman Keith Newell (6-6, Delaware State) was moved to injured reserve.
Also the 7-1 Soul activated WR Lonnie Outlaw (6-6, Miles) from injured reserve and OL Daverin Geralds (6-2, Mississippi) from the refuse-to-report list. Finally fullback Tommy Taggart (6-3, Oklahoma) and defensive back Dwayne Hollis (5-10, NC Wesleyan) were added to the inactive reserve.
"This time of year, you will see teams make a couple of tweaks to the roster due to injury or situations," Soul head coach Clint Dolezel said. "This is no different for us as we try to adjust to injuries and match-up with what we have in the upcoming weeks."
The Soul will face the Tampa Bay Storm on May 23 in Central Florida before returning home to take on the Las Vegas Outlaws (3-4) in the first ever Boardwalk Bowl at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, NJ.
Monday, April 13, 2015
Soul remain unbeaten, win home opener
PHILADELPHIA – The Soul offense came to play Sunday afternoon, outscoring winless Jacksonville, 63-52, in their 2015 home opener in front of 9,043 fans at Wells Fargo Center.
Receiver Ryan McDaniel led the 3-0 Soul with 11 catches for 133 yards and five touchdowns. Marco Thomas added seven catches for 73 yards and two touchdowns while Shaun Kauleinamoku had three receptions for 55 yards and one touchdown.
Quarterback Dan Raudabaugh finished the night by completing 21-of-30 passes for 261 yards, eight touchdowns and one interception while Tommy Taggart added ten rushes for 19 yards and one touchdown.
“The new faces of the roster add a spark this season and lift up the entire team up,” Soul Head Coach Clint Dolezel said. “Ryan McDaniel came ready to play like he has since training camp. He has been our offensive leader all season making big plays and catches. Both teams knew each other well and it was an important win to grab in front of our fans for the first time this season.”
Next week, the Soul remain home against the Cleveland Gladiators (2-1) on Saturday, April 18 at the Wells Fargo Center. The game will kick off at 7 p.m.
Receiver Ryan McDaniel led the 3-0 Soul with 11 catches for 133 yards and five touchdowns. Marco Thomas added seven catches for 73 yards and two touchdowns while Shaun Kauleinamoku had three receptions for 55 yards and one touchdown.
Quarterback Dan Raudabaugh finished the night by completing 21-of-30 passes for 261 yards, eight touchdowns and one interception while Tommy Taggart added ten rushes for 19 yards and one touchdown.
“The new faces of the roster add a spark this season and lift up the entire team up,” Soul Head Coach Clint Dolezel said. “Ryan McDaniel came ready to play like he has since training camp. He has been our offensive leader all season making big plays and catches. Both teams knew each other well and it was an important win to grab in front of our fans for the first time this season.”
Next week, the Soul remain home against the Cleveland Gladiators (2-1) on Saturday, April 18 at the Wells Fargo Center. The game will kick off at 7 p.m.
Tuesday, March 31, 2015
Soul's Raudabaugh reaches big milestone
PHILADELPHIA – Philadelphia Soul quarterback Dan Raudabaugh threw his 400th career touchdown in the Soul’s season-opening, 70-63, win at Orlando over the weekend.
Raudabaugh, who earned Offensive Player of the Game honors, finished the night by completing 30-of-48 passes for 422 yards, eight touchdowns and no interceptions, making his career total currently 404 touchdowns, the third-most TD passes amongst active AFL players (behind Tommy Grady, Jacksonville Sharks and Nick Davila, Arizona Rattlers).
“Without my teammates, the lineman blocking and the receivers making plays, the milestone wouldn’t have been possible and at the end of the day, the stat shows the hard work put in by everyone,” Raudabaugh said. “I also wouldn’t have been where I am at today without my coaches pushing me to be the best.”
Raudabaugh is currently ranked No. 14 overall in the AFL passing touchdown career leaders list.
Raudabaugh, who earned Offensive Player of the Game honors, finished the night by completing 30-of-48 passes for 422 yards, eight touchdowns and no interceptions, making his career total currently 404 touchdowns, the third-most TD passes amongst active AFL players (behind Tommy Grady, Jacksonville Sharks and Nick Davila, Arizona Rattlers).
“Without my teammates, the lineman blocking and the receivers making plays, the milestone wouldn’t have been possible and at the end of the day, the stat shows the hard work put in by everyone,” Raudabaugh said. “I also wouldn’t have been where I am at today without my coaches pushing me to be the best.”
Raudabaugh is currently ranked No. 14 overall in the AFL passing touchdown career leaders list.
Monday, March 30, 2015
Soul start AFL season with win in Orlando
ORLANDO (March 29, 2015) - Ryan McDaniel's late touchdown reception lifted the Philadelphia Soul to a heart-stopping, 70-63, win over the Orlando Predators at the Amway Center in Orlando on Sunday night.
Down by a pint with just 36 seconds left, Aoul quarterback Dan Raudabaugh connected with McDaniel for the game-winner. An ensuing two-point conversion by Marco Thomas accounted for the final score.
McDaniel finished with 10 catches for 150 yards and three touchdowns and Thomas added 14 catches for 154 yards and three touchdowns. Shaun Kauleinamoku had six receptions for 118 yards and two touchdowns.
Raudabaugh finished the night by completing 30-of-48 passes for 422 yards, eight touchdowns and no interceptions.
“That’s Arena Football, coming down to the wire on the last play of the game,” said Soul head coach, Clint Dolezel. “Coming back from injury and adversity is the key."
Kent Richardson led the Philadelphia defense with 6 1/2 total tackles and one tackle for loss while Dwayne Hollis had 3 1/2 total tackles.
Down by a pint with just 36 seconds left, Aoul quarterback Dan Raudabaugh connected with McDaniel for the game-winner. An ensuing two-point conversion by Marco Thomas accounted for the final score.
McDaniel finished with 10 catches for 150 yards and three touchdowns and Thomas added 14 catches for 154 yards and three touchdowns. Shaun Kauleinamoku had six receptions for 118 yards and two touchdowns.
Raudabaugh finished the night by completing 30-of-48 passes for 422 yards, eight touchdowns and no interceptions.
“That’s Arena Football, coming down to the wire on the last play of the game,” said Soul head coach, Clint Dolezel. “Coming back from injury and adversity is the key."
Kent Richardson led the Philadelphia defense with 6 1/2 total tackles and one tackle for loss while Dwayne Hollis had 3 1/2 total tackles.
Wednesday, March 25, 2015
Soul add pass rusher Curtis Young
PHILADELPHIA (The Phanatic Magazine) – The Philadelphia Soul added a pass rusher on tuesday, inking defensive end Curtis Young to a one-year deal.
The 6-foot-1, 270-pound Young will be entering his fourth season in the Arena Football League after breaking in with the Cleveland Gladiators in 2012. Young then collected 32 tackles and one sack in 15 games for the Pittsburgh Power in 2013, and had his breakout season in '14 when he tallied 25 1/2 total tackles and 7.0 sacks in 18 starts.
“Curtis is a versatile athlete who has the ability to bring pressure from both the ‘mack’ linebacker and defensive end positions,” said Soul assistant head coach Phil Bogle. “He’s a great addition to the defensive line and will be a serious threat to the opposing team’s offense.”
Prior to his start in the Arena Football League, Young debuted for the UFL’s Sacramento Mountain Lions in 2010. He also went to training camp with the Green Bay Packers in 2010 after starring at the University of Cincinnati.
The 6-foot-1, 270-pound Young will be entering his fourth season in the Arena Football League after breaking in with the Cleveland Gladiators in 2012. Young then collected 32 tackles and one sack in 15 games for the Pittsburgh Power in 2013, and had his breakout season in '14 when he tallied 25 1/2 total tackles and 7.0 sacks in 18 starts.
“Curtis is a versatile athlete who has the ability to bring pressure from both the ‘mack’ linebacker and defensive end positions,” said Soul assistant head coach Phil Bogle. “He’s a great addition to the defensive line and will be a serious threat to the opposing team’s offense.”
Prior to his start in the Arena Football League, Young debuted for the UFL’s Sacramento Mountain Lions in 2010. He also went to training camp with the Green Bay Packers in 2010 after starring at the University of Cincinnati.
Monday, March 23, 2015
Soul firm up regular-season roster
PHILADELPHIA – The Philadelphia Soul have announced their 2015 team.
The 35-man
roster was trimmed down to 24 (21 active and
three inactive) after a two-week training camp at The Field House in
Moorestown, NJ.
Below is the team’s Opening Week roster:
PHILADELPHIA SOUL 2015 REGULAR-SEASON ROSTER
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NO.
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POS
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PLAYER
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HGT
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WGT
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DOB
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COLLEGE
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1
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DB
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Kent Richardson
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6’0
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200
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4/21/87
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West Virginia
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2
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LB
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Beau Bell
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6’2
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245
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5/26/86
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UNLV
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3
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WR
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Marco Thomas
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6’0
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190
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11/27/83
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Western Illinois
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5
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QB
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Dan Raudabaugh
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6’3
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230
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3/30/87
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Miami (OH)
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6
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DB
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Brandon Freeman
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6’2
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205
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3/5/85
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Massachusetts
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|
7
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K
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Carlos Martinez
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5’8
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180
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6/4/80
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Buena Vista (IA)
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|
9
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QB
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Bryan Randall
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6’1
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218
|
8/16/83
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Virginia Tech
|
|
11
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WR
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Xavier Boyce
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6’4
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220
|
8/17/90
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Norfolk State
|
|
12
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DL
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Bryan Robinson
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6’3
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286
|
1/25/86
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Wesley
|
|
13
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DL
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Padric Scott
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6’1
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300
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1/8/90
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Florida A&M
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|
15
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WR
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Harvey Binford
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6’0
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185
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1/20/91
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Lindenwood
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18
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LB
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Joe Goosby
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6’1
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235
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9/6/86
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Tulane
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|
19
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WR
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Ryan McDaniel
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6’3
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198
|
9/8/88
|
Samford
|
|
21
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WR
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Shaun Kauleinamoku
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5’10
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185
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5/24/87
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Western Oregon
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|
22
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DB
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Dwayne Hollis
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5’10
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185
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7/7/89
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N. C. Wesleyan
|
|
23
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DB/KR
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LaRico Stevenson
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5’10
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205
|
8/22/84
|
West Georgia
|
|
24
|
FB
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Tommy Taggart
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6’3
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275
|
5/17/86
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Oklahoma
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|
25
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DB
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James Romain
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5’11
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180
|
8/6/87
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Delaware State
|
|
42
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DL/LB
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Caleb Bostic
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6’3
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260
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8/25/88
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Miami (OH)
|
|
72
|
OL
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Keith Newell
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6’6
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315
|
1/10/88
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Delaware State
|
|
74
|
OL
|
Shannon Breen
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6’5
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310
|
3/16/89
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W.V. Wesleyan
|
|
76
|
OL
|
Adam Smith
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6’5
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320
|
4/9/90
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Western Kentucky
|
|
77
|
OL
|
Neal Tivis
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6’5
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325
|
11/18/88
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Abilene Christian
|
|
99
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DL
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Justin Lawrence
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6’2
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305
|
6/19/87
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Morgan State
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Other
Soul roster moves include: activated K Carlos Martinez from the Refused
to Report list; placed DL/LB Jake Metz and WR Lonnie Outlaw on the
Injured Reserve list; activated WR Dominique Curry
and WR Xavier Boyce from Physical Unable to Perform list. The team
also placed DB Raymond Little and DL/LB Jerome Williams on recallable
reassignment.
“We very
excited with the roster we put together this year,” said Soul head coach
Clint Dolezel. “This roster is as good as any we have put together
over the last three years and we believe that
we have a legitimate shot to compete for a championship in 2015.”
Thursday, March 12, 2015
Soul to play in Boardwalk Bowl in Atlantic City
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| Soul QB Dan Raudabaugh |
“The game will be the centerpiece for a weekend of entertainment and commerce for the community,” said Ron Jaworski, the former Eagles quarterback and co-owner of the Soul. “We’re excited to bring our brand of high flying, high scoring arena football to Atlantic City and we are eager for residents and visitors to join the fun.”
Billed as the “Brawl at the Hall,” the game is the first top-level sporting event brought to the city by the newly formed Atlantic City Sports Commission (ACSC). The state’s Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA) has provided support in the form of a special event grant.
According to another Soul co-owner, Saints wide receiver Marques Colston, playing a game in Atlantic City this season is the Soul’s way of participating in the revitalization of the Boardwalk.
“We’ve seen what football can do to help rejuvenate a community,” said Colston, who knows something about turnarounds having been in New Orleans for the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in 2005.. “That’s why we are so pleased to be able to bring the arena game to our many loyal fans in the Atlantic City area.”
In addition to DraftKings, the title sponsor, the Tropicana Casino & Resort has signed on as the official hotel.
“We also hope to host a networking event, a pep rally and a post-game party at Chickie's and Pete's Crab House and Sports Bar, ESPN’s No. 1 Sports Bar in North America," Tropicana President Tony Rodio said.
Atlantic City Mayor Don Guardian said the game involving the country’s two best known gaming centers was a chance to showcase the City’s visitor assets for a large national audience.
“We’re really grateful to Ron Jaworski and the Arena Football League for helping put the DraftKings Boardwalk Bowl on their 2015 schedule,” he said. “This also represents a strong start for the Sports Commission, which was formed earlier this year to bring these kinds of events to our shore.”
For Boardwalk Hall, the “Brawl” marks another milestone in the history of the iconic facility, which hosted the first-ever indoor college football game in 1930. Home to political conventions, the Miss America Pageant, and a host of international celebrity concerts, the Hall will now once again host professional arena football.
Wednesday, February 04, 2015
Soul adds three for 2015 season
PHILADELPHIA (The Phanatic Magazine) – The Philadelphia Soul agreed to terms with fullback Tommy Taggart on a one-year deal.
Taggart joins two other recent additions, former Virginia Tech quarterback Bryan Randall and offensive lineman Keyun Swinney as members of the Soul’s 2015 roster.
“We just added three quality players,” said Soul head coach Clint Dolezel. “Taggart is a tough, physical player with tremendous talent. Getting Randall back adds veteran leadership and quality experience to compete at quarterback, while Swinney adds depth and versatility to our offense line.”
Taggart, who is entering his fifth AFL season, rushed 67 times for 167 yards and 10 touchdowns with the Pittsburgh Power in 2014. The Texas native joined the Dallas Vigilantes in 2010 as a rookie, and recorded 14 tackles in seven games.
Taggart also played one season for the New Orleans VooDoo in 2011, and two seasons for the San Jose SaberCats in 2012 and 2013. Prior to his professional career, Taggart played his freshman year at Midwestern State University, where he earned All-Conference honors. Taggart transferred to Oklahoma for his sophomore year, where he finished out his collegiate career assisting the Sooners to two BCS Bowl games.
Randall returns for his second season with the Soul. The third-year veteran saw action in 14 games for the Soul last season, completing 20-of-33 passes for 313 yards and six touchdowns in a backup role.
Randall broke into the League as the starting quarterback for the Pittsburgh Power in 2012, passing for 2,142 yards and 39 touchdowns in nine games as a rookie. For his career, Randall has completed 195-of-311 passes for 2,455 yards and 45 touchdowns, compiling a quarterback rating of 111.3. Randall is Virginia Tech’s career leader in passing yards (6,508) and yards of total offense (8,034).
Swinney played collegiately at Jackson State, where he earned Second Team All-SWAC preseason honors in 2011. The AFL rookie enrolled as a graduate student at Alcorn State the following year to complete his college eligibility with the Braves.
Taggart joins two other recent additions, former Virginia Tech quarterback Bryan Randall and offensive lineman Keyun Swinney as members of the Soul’s 2015 roster.
“We just added three quality players,” said Soul head coach Clint Dolezel. “Taggart is a tough, physical player with tremendous talent. Getting Randall back adds veteran leadership and quality experience to compete at quarterback, while Swinney adds depth and versatility to our offense line.”
Taggart, who is entering his fifth AFL season, rushed 67 times for 167 yards and 10 touchdowns with the Pittsburgh Power in 2014. The Texas native joined the Dallas Vigilantes in 2010 as a rookie, and recorded 14 tackles in seven games.
Taggart also played one season for the New Orleans VooDoo in 2011, and two seasons for the San Jose SaberCats in 2012 and 2013. Prior to his professional career, Taggart played his freshman year at Midwestern State University, where he earned All-Conference honors. Taggart transferred to Oklahoma for his sophomore year, where he finished out his collegiate career assisting the Sooners to two BCS Bowl games.
Randall returns for his second season with the Soul. The third-year veteran saw action in 14 games for the Soul last season, completing 20-of-33 passes for 313 yards and six touchdowns in a backup role.
Randall broke into the League as the starting quarterback for the Pittsburgh Power in 2012, passing for 2,142 yards and 39 touchdowns in nine games as a rookie. For his career, Randall has completed 195-of-311 passes for 2,455 yards and 45 touchdowns, compiling a quarterback rating of 111.3. Randall is Virginia Tech’s career leader in passing yards (6,508) and yards of total offense (8,034).
Swinney played collegiately at Jackson State, where he earned Second Team All-SWAC preseason honors in 2011. The AFL rookie enrolled as a graduate student at Alcorn State the following year to complete his college eligibility with the Braves.
Friday, January 16, 2015
Freeman joins Soul for 2015
PHILADELPHIA – The Philadelphia Soul announced defensive back Brandon Freeman will be a member of the Soul for the 2015 season.
“Brandon was definitely a guy that was high on our list,” said Soul Head Coach Clint Dolezel. “He is comfortable with Coach (Derek) Stingley’s system and had the results to back it up. This is a great addition to our secondary.”
Freeman, who is entering his fifth AFL season, had a career year in Pittsburgh in 2014. The former UMass Minuteman recorded career highs in solo tackles (52), assists (21), total tackles (62.5), pass breakups (10) and interceptions (8), while adding two fumble recoveries in 2014.
Brandon began his AFL career with the Arizona Rattlers in 2010, where he recorded 52.0 total tackles, six pass breakups and three interceptions. He spent 2012 with the Chicago Rush where he tallied 40.5 total tackles, three pass breakups and one interception. Freeman then went to Pittsburgh in 2013 and had 59.5 total tackles, seven pass breakups, a forced fumble, a fumble recovery and two interceptions under then-head coach Derek Stingley.
Freeman, a native of Ruther Glen, VA, played four years collegiately at UMass where he was a major contributor in the secondary and on special teams.
“Brandon was definitely a guy that was high on our list,” said Soul Head Coach Clint Dolezel. “He is comfortable with Coach (Derek) Stingley’s system and had the results to back it up. This is a great addition to our secondary.”
Freeman, who is entering his fifth AFL season, had a career year in Pittsburgh in 2014. The former UMass Minuteman recorded career highs in solo tackles (52), assists (21), total tackles (62.5), pass breakups (10) and interceptions (8), while adding two fumble recoveries in 2014.
Brandon began his AFL career with the Arizona Rattlers in 2010, where he recorded 52.0 total tackles, six pass breakups and three interceptions. He spent 2012 with the Chicago Rush where he tallied 40.5 total tackles, three pass breakups and one interception. Freeman then went to Pittsburgh in 2013 and had 59.5 total tackles, seven pass breakups, a forced fumble, a fumble recovery and two interceptions under then-head coach Derek Stingley.
Freeman, a native of Ruther Glen, VA, played four years collegiately at UMass where he was a major contributor in the secondary and on special teams.
Soul adds three from Pittsburgh
PHILADELPHIA – The Philadelphia Soul have added three former Pittsburgh Power players – wide receiver Tyrone Goard, defensive lineman Justin Lawrence and offensive lineman Keith Newell – to their roster for the 2015 season.
The team also acquired Philadelphia native, wide receiver/linebacker Dominique Curry in a trade with the San Jose SaberCats for a claim order pick.
“We definitely added high-quality players,” said Soul General Manager Tom Goodhines. “We feel that we have landed a solid group of players that will flourish under the guidance of our coaching staff (Clint Dolezel, Phil Bogle and Derek Stingley) and will have an immediate impact on our team. We are excited to continue to add pieces and make a run at the championship.”
“Adding Curry and Goard gives us size, versatility and legitimate receiving weapons on offense,” added Soul Head Coach Clint Dolezel. “Newell and Lawrence will help strengthen our offensive and defensive front, while both are versatile enough to play different positions. This is definitely a great day for the Soul.”
Curry, who is entering his second AFL season, was a three-sport star (basketball, football and track) at George Washington High School in Philadelphia. Dominique caught 50 passes for 588 yards and 25 touchdowns in 14 games as a rookie with the SaberCats. He also added 17 rushes for 35 yards and five rushing touchdowns, while tallying 21 solo tackles, 16 assists, six pass breakups, one forced fumble and a fumble recovery.
Curry finished his collegiate career at California University (PA) in 2009 after playing three seasons at Cheyney University. At Cheyney, he had 134 receptions for 2,002 yards and 14 touchdowns. He recorded 13 special teams tackles and blocked two kicks during his only season at California and recorded four catches for 100 yards and a touchdown as a senior. He caught 134 balls for 2,202 yards and 14 touchdowns while at Cheyney and was a three-time All-Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference East selection and was named PSAC East Rookie of the Year in 2006 after catching 63 passes for 1,035 yards and seven touchdowns. He spent time with the St. Louis Rams (2010-11), Detroit Lions (2012-13) and Carolina Panthers (2013).
Goard had a stand out rookie season with the Pittsburgh Power in 2014. The former Eastern Kentucky Colonel hauled in 29 receptions for 306 yards and 18 touchdowns in only seven games with the Power in 2014. A native of Charleston, WV, he ranked among the Top 10 in the Eastern Kentucky’s program with 36 game appearances, recording 1,842 receiving yards (No. 9 in school history) and 24 touchdown catches (tied No. 2 in school history). In 2011, he was selected to the All-OVC Second Team. Prior to coming to the AFL, Goard was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Cincinnati Bengals in 2013.
Lawrence recorded 17.5 tackles and three sacks in his first season with the Power. Justin started in all 18 games seeing action at fullback as well as nose guard. Lawrence, a native of Jetersville, VA, played at Morgan State where he was a three-year starter on the defensive line for the Bears. As a junior and senior, Lawrence earned All-MAEC and All-American accolades after accumulating 47 tackles, 17 TOL, and 8 sacks in 2008 and 53 tackles, 8.5 TOL, and one sack in 2009. After college, Lawrence continued his football career playing for the Milwaukee Mustangs (AFL). In 2011, the two-way starter collected 25.5 tackles and two sacks on defense and had 15 carries for 24 yards and six touchdowns on offense as an AFL rookie. The following season, Lawrence appeared in 14 games collecting 16 tackles and one sack on defense and rushed 21 times for 20 yards and six touchdowns on offense.
Newell appeared in 14 games with 10 starts along the offensive line as a rookie with the Power in 2014. The former Hornet is a native of Trenton, NJ and began his college career at Rutgers University before transferring to Delaware State in 2009. As a senior, Newell appeared in 10 games.
The team also acquired Philadelphia native, wide receiver/linebacker Dominique Curry in a trade with the San Jose SaberCats for a claim order pick.
“We definitely added high-quality players,” said Soul General Manager Tom Goodhines. “We feel that we have landed a solid group of players that will flourish under the guidance of our coaching staff (Clint Dolezel, Phil Bogle and Derek Stingley) and will have an immediate impact on our team. We are excited to continue to add pieces and make a run at the championship.”
“Adding Curry and Goard gives us size, versatility and legitimate receiving weapons on offense,” added Soul Head Coach Clint Dolezel. “Newell and Lawrence will help strengthen our offensive and defensive front, while both are versatile enough to play different positions. This is definitely a great day for the Soul.”
Curry, who is entering his second AFL season, was a three-sport star (basketball, football and track) at George Washington High School in Philadelphia. Dominique caught 50 passes for 588 yards and 25 touchdowns in 14 games as a rookie with the SaberCats. He also added 17 rushes for 35 yards and five rushing touchdowns, while tallying 21 solo tackles, 16 assists, six pass breakups, one forced fumble and a fumble recovery.
Curry finished his collegiate career at California University (PA) in 2009 after playing three seasons at Cheyney University. At Cheyney, he had 134 receptions for 2,002 yards and 14 touchdowns. He recorded 13 special teams tackles and blocked two kicks during his only season at California and recorded four catches for 100 yards and a touchdown as a senior. He caught 134 balls for 2,202 yards and 14 touchdowns while at Cheyney and was a three-time All-Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference East selection and was named PSAC East Rookie of the Year in 2006 after catching 63 passes for 1,035 yards and seven touchdowns. He spent time with the St. Louis Rams (2010-11), Detroit Lions (2012-13) and Carolina Panthers (2013).
Goard had a stand out rookie season with the Pittsburgh Power in 2014. The former Eastern Kentucky Colonel hauled in 29 receptions for 306 yards and 18 touchdowns in only seven games with the Power in 2014. A native of Charleston, WV, he ranked among the Top 10 in the Eastern Kentucky’s program with 36 game appearances, recording 1,842 receiving yards (No. 9 in school history) and 24 touchdown catches (tied No. 2 in school history). In 2011, he was selected to the All-OVC Second Team. Prior to coming to the AFL, Goard was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Cincinnati Bengals in 2013.
Lawrence recorded 17.5 tackles and three sacks in his first season with the Power. Justin started in all 18 games seeing action at fullback as well as nose guard. Lawrence, a native of Jetersville, VA, played at Morgan State where he was a three-year starter on the defensive line for the Bears. As a junior and senior, Lawrence earned All-MAEC and All-American accolades after accumulating 47 tackles, 17 TOL, and 8 sacks in 2008 and 53 tackles, 8.5 TOL, and one sack in 2009. After college, Lawrence continued his football career playing for the Milwaukee Mustangs (AFL). In 2011, the two-way starter collected 25.5 tackles and two sacks on defense and had 15 carries for 24 yards and six touchdowns on offense as an AFL rookie. The following season, Lawrence appeared in 14 games collecting 16 tackles and one sack on defense and rushed 21 times for 20 yards and six touchdowns on offense.
Newell appeared in 14 games with 10 starts along the offensive line as a rookie with the Power in 2014. The former Hornet is a native of Trenton, NJ and began his college career at Rutgers University before transferring to Delaware State in 2009. As a senior, Newell appeared in 10 games.
Thursday, October 02, 2014
Soul add Marques Colston to ownership group
PHILADELPHIA – New Orleans Saints star receiver Marques Colston is now a part owner of the Philadelphia Soul.
A Medford, N.J. resident, Colston joins the existing ownership group which consists of Craig Spencer, current ESPN analyst and former Eagles star Ron Jaworski, Pete Ciarrocchi, Cosmo DeNicola and Marty Judge.
“Adding Marques only elevates our already strong ownership group and organization,” said Jaworski. “He clearly has a vision of ‘life after football’ and is serious about his involvement with the business side of sports. Marques is a champion on the field and shares our core values and drive to be the best on and off the field.”
Colston was drafted by the Saints in the seventh round of the 2006 NFL Draft after playing his college football at Hofstra. He holds the NFL record for most receptions in a player's first two seasons with 168 and helped the Saints achieve victory in Super Bowl XLIV with seven receptions for 83 yards.
Since his arrival in the Bayou, Colston had led the Saints in receiving yardage five times and holds the franchise record with six 1,000-yard seasons. He is also the New Orleans franchise leader in receiving yards (8,522), yards from scrimmage (8,529), receiving touchdowns (64), total touchdowns (64), and total receptions (619).
“I’m excited to join not only a great group of men that I am now proud call my new business partners, but also an organization that is committed to excellence,” said Colston. “The Arena Football League is an amazing product with top notch football talent. I look forward to working with my partners, our players, the staff, our corporate partners, the season ticket holders and fans to continue to make the Soul the premier organization in the league.”
In four seasons at Hofstra, Colston appeared in 40 games (37 starts) and recorded 182 catches for a school-record 2,834 yards and 18 touchdowns. Colston was named to the All-Atlantic 10 first team after making a career-high 70 receptions for 976 yards (13.9 avg.) and five touchdowns.
Colston attended Susquehanna Township High School, in Harrisburg, PA and was a letterman in football and track. In football, he won All-Conference honors as a wide receiver/defensive end. In track, he qualified for the 2001 Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) Outdoor Track and Field Championships in the javelin.
A current resident of Medford, Colston is also the majority owner of his hometown Harrisburg Stampede, currently of the Professional Indoor Football League (PIFL).
With the Stampede, Marques is not only the majority owner, but is also the President and General Manager of the organization and orchestrated the team’s move from the Farm Show Complex to the Giant Center before the 2014 season as well as led the team to become the AIF National Champions in 2013.
There will be a “Meet Marques” event scheduled for Friday, October 10 from 6pm-7pm at Chickie’s and Pete’s in South Philadelphia. The event is open to the public as the Soul officially welcome Marques to the Soul family.
A Medford, N.J. resident, Colston joins the existing ownership group which consists of Craig Spencer, current ESPN analyst and former Eagles star Ron Jaworski, Pete Ciarrocchi, Cosmo DeNicola and Marty Judge.
“Adding Marques only elevates our already strong ownership group and organization,” said Jaworski. “He clearly has a vision of ‘life after football’ and is serious about his involvement with the business side of sports. Marques is a champion on the field and shares our core values and drive to be the best on and off the field.”
Colston was drafted by the Saints in the seventh round of the 2006 NFL Draft after playing his college football at Hofstra. He holds the NFL record for most receptions in a player's first two seasons with 168 and helped the Saints achieve victory in Super Bowl XLIV with seven receptions for 83 yards.
Since his arrival in the Bayou, Colston had led the Saints in receiving yardage five times and holds the franchise record with six 1,000-yard seasons. He is also the New Orleans franchise leader in receiving yards (8,522), yards from scrimmage (8,529), receiving touchdowns (64), total touchdowns (64), and total receptions (619).
“I’m excited to join not only a great group of men that I am now proud call my new business partners, but also an organization that is committed to excellence,” said Colston. “The Arena Football League is an amazing product with top notch football talent. I look forward to working with my partners, our players, the staff, our corporate partners, the season ticket holders and fans to continue to make the Soul the premier organization in the league.”
In four seasons at Hofstra, Colston appeared in 40 games (37 starts) and recorded 182 catches for a school-record 2,834 yards and 18 touchdowns. Colston was named to the All-Atlantic 10 first team after making a career-high 70 receptions for 976 yards (13.9 avg.) and five touchdowns.
Colston attended Susquehanna Township High School, in Harrisburg, PA and was a letterman in football and track. In football, he won All-Conference honors as a wide receiver/defensive end. In track, he qualified for the 2001 Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) Outdoor Track and Field Championships in the javelin.
A current resident of Medford, Colston is also the majority owner of his hometown Harrisburg Stampede, currently of the Professional Indoor Football League (PIFL).
With the Stampede, Marques is not only the majority owner, but is also the President and General Manager of the organization and orchestrated the team’s move from the Farm Show Complex to the Giant Center before the 2014 season as well as led the team to become the AIF National Champions in 2013.
There will be a “Meet Marques” event scheduled for Friday, October 10 from 6pm-7pm at Chickie’s and Pete’s in South Philadelphia. The event is open to the public as the Soul officially welcome Marques to the Soul family.
Monday, July 21, 2014
Soul keep playoff hopes alive, dominate SaberCats
PHILADELPHIA – The Philadelphia Soul (9-8) used defense and capitalized on turnovers as they defeated the San Jose SaberCats, 42-20, in front of 10,471 fans on Sunday night at the Wells Fargo Center.
In the victory, the Soul set a regular-season mark for fewest points allowed in a game (20) and it keeps the Soul’s playoff hopes alive heading into the final week of the regular season.
“This is playoff football,” said Soul head coach Clint Dolezel. “We really brought our ‘A Game’ tonight, especially on the defensive side. We need to continue to keep up this level of play the rest of the way.”
Philadelphia’s offense was led by Russell Athletic Offensive Player of the Game, Derrick Ross, who had 109 all-purpose yards (63 rushing and 46 receiving) and three rushing touchdowns. J. Lewis Small Playmaker of the Game, Markee White finished with seven receptions for 71 yards and two touchdowns. Emery Sammons also helped the Soul by putting up eight receptions for 82 yards. Tiger Jones finished with four catches for 41 yards, while Ross added two receptions for 46 yards.
Soul quarterback Dan Raudabaugh finished the evening by completing 21-of-36 passes for 240 yards with three touchdowns and one interception.
Defensively the Soul was led by Riddell Defensive player of the Game Rayshaun Kizer, who had 9.0 total tackles, two interceptions and three pass breakups. Also for Philadelphia, Calvin Fance had 4.0 total tackles, while Kent Richardson had 3.0 total tackles and an interception. Padric Scott added a sack.
San Jose’s (12-5) offense was led by Jason Willis with five receptions for 45 yards. Reggie Gray had four catches for 62 yards, while Dominique Curry added four receptions for 55 yards and a touchdown. Quarterback Nathan Stanley completed 17-of-40 passes for 192 yards, one touchdown and three interceptions.
SaberCats defense was led by Simeon Castile with 7.0 total tackles. Francis Maka tallied 6.5 total tackles, while Ken Fontenette finished with 5.0 total tackles and a pass breakup.
The first quarter kicked off with a SaberCats touchdown, and a missed extra point. Armstrong ran in a six yard touchdown with 4:33 remaining. Pertuit missed the extra point, leaving the SaberCats ahead by six. The Soul were unable to return with a touchdown, and the first quarter ended with the Soul trailing 6-0.
The Soul started the second quarter off strong with Ross’ four-yard touchdown with 13:06 remaining. Carlos Martinez followed through with the kick to give the Soul the lead, 7-6. Soul defense remained strong, leaving the SaberCats unable to respond with a touchdown. A strong pass from Raudabaugh to Markee White ended in a 27-yard touchdown for the Soul with 7:01 remaining in the half. SaberCats’ ball resulted in a pass by Stanley that was intercepted by Kent Richardson with six minutes remaining in the half. To keep the momentum going, Ross barreled through defenders for a 32 yard touchdown in the last 40 seconds of the half. A 6-yard pass from Stanley to Curry resulted in a SaberCat touchdown, with a completed extra point from Pertuit with 16 seconds remaining. Martinez attempted a field goal in the final five seconds but was unable to make the kick, so the half ended with the Soul leading 21-13.
The third quarter started off slow for Philadelphia, with an interception for Raudabaugh. San Jose’s Armstrong had another touchdown, with the kick by Pertuit completed. The Soul’s offense responded strong with another 7-yard rushing touchdown by Derrick Ross, Martinez’s kick good. With 2:50 remaining in the third quarter, the Soul led the SaberCats 28-20. A pass by Stanley resulted in another SaberCat interception by Rayshaun Kizer. The third quarter ended with the Soul leading 28-20.
Markee White completed another 10-yard pass from Raudabaugh for a Soul TD within the first minute of the final quarter. The SaberCats’ final three drives ended with two interceptions by Kizer and a turnover on downs. The final score of the game came when Ross plunged in from three yards out to make the final score, 42-20.
In Week 20, the Soul travel to play the Pittsburgh Power in the final week of the regular season. The game will kick off Saturday, July 26 at 5 p.m. at the Consol Energy Center.
Russell Athletic Offensive Player: Philadelphia’s Derrick Ross
Riddell Defensive Player: Philadelphia’s Rayshaun Kizer
J Lewis Small AFL Playmaker: Philadelphia’s Markee White
Cutter’s Catch of the Game: Markee White’s 10-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter.
Spalding Highlight of the Game: Derrick Ross’ 32-yard touchdown reception in the second quarter.
In the victory, the Soul set a regular-season mark for fewest points allowed in a game (20) and it keeps the Soul’s playoff hopes alive heading into the final week of the regular season.
“This is playoff football,” said Soul head coach Clint Dolezel. “We really brought our ‘A Game’ tonight, especially on the defensive side. We need to continue to keep up this level of play the rest of the way.”
Philadelphia’s offense was led by Russell Athletic Offensive Player of the Game, Derrick Ross, who had 109 all-purpose yards (63 rushing and 46 receiving) and three rushing touchdowns. J. Lewis Small Playmaker of the Game, Markee White finished with seven receptions for 71 yards and two touchdowns. Emery Sammons also helped the Soul by putting up eight receptions for 82 yards. Tiger Jones finished with four catches for 41 yards, while Ross added two receptions for 46 yards.
Soul quarterback Dan Raudabaugh finished the evening by completing 21-of-36 passes for 240 yards with three touchdowns and one interception.
Defensively the Soul was led by Riddell Defensive player of the Game Rayshaun Kizer, who had 9.0 total tackles, two interceptions and three pass breakups. Also for Philadelphia, Calvin Fance had 4.0 total tackles, while Kent Richardson had 3.0 total tackles and an interception. Padric Scott added a sack.
San Jose’s (12-5) offense was led by Jason Willis with five receptions for 45 yards. Reggie Gray had four catches for 62 yards, while Dominique Curry added four receptions for 55 yards and a touchdown. Quarterback Nathan Stanley completed 17-of-40 passes for 192 yards, one touchdown and three interceptions.
SaberCats defense was led by Simeon Castile with 7.0 total tackles. Francis Maka tallied 6.5 total tackles, while Ken Fontenette finished with 5.0 total tackles and a pass breakup.
The first quarter kicked off with a SaberCats touchdown, and a missed extra point. Armstrong ran in a six yard touchdown with 4:33 remaining. Pertuit missed the extra point, leaving the SaberCats ahead by six. The Soul were unable to return with a touchdown, and the first quarter ended with the Soul trailing 6-0.
The Soul started the second quarter off strong with Ross’ four-yard touchdown with 13:06 remaining. Carlos Martinez followed through with the kick to give the Soul the lead, 7-6. Soul defense remained strong, leaving the SaberCats unable to respond with a touchdown. A strong pass from Raudabaugh to Markee White ended in a 27-yard touchdown for the Soul with 7:01 remaining in the half. SaberCats’ ball resulted in a pass by Stanley that was intercepted by Kent Richardson with six minutes remaining in the half. To keep the momentum going, Ross barreled through defenders for a 32 yard touchdown in the last 40 seconds of the half. A 6-yard pass from Stanley to Curry resulted in a SaberCat touchdown, with a completed extra point from Pertuit with 16 seconds remaining. Martinez attempted a field goal in the final five seconds but was unable to make the kick, so the half ended with the Soul leading 21-13.
The third quarter started off slow for Philadelphia, with an interception for Raudabaugh. San Jose’s Armstrong had another touchdown, with the kick by Pertuit completed. The Soul’s offense responded strong with another 7-yard rushing touchdown by Derrick Ross, Martinez’s kick good. With 2:50 remaining in the third quarter, the Soul led the SaberCats 28-20. A pass by Stanley resulted in another SaberCat interception by Rayshaun Kizer. The third quarter ended with the Soul leading 28-20.
Markee White completed another 10-yard pass from Raudabaugh for a Soul TD within the first minute of the final quarter. The SaberCats’ final three drives ended with two interceptions by Kizer and a turnover on downs. The final score of the game came when Ross plunged in from three yards out to make the final score, 42-20.
In Week 20, the Soul travel to play the Pittsburgh Power in the final week of the regular season. The game will kick off Saturday, July 26 at 5 p.m. at the Consol Energy Center.
Russell Athletic Offensive Player: Philadelphia’s Derrick Ross
Riddell Defensive Player: Philadelphia’s Rayshaun Kizer
J Lewis Small AFL Playmaker: Philadelphia’s Markee White
Cutter’s Catch of the Game: Markee White’s 10-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter.
Spalding Highlight of the Game: Derrick Ross’ 32-yard touchdown reception in the second quarter.
Tuesday, July 08, 2014
Soul keep playoff hopes alive, edge Preds
PHILADELPHIA – The Soul used a strong defensive third quarter, spearheaded by Teddy Jennings and Rayshaun Kizer, which proved to be the difference as they went on to get the crucial American Conference victory, 42-35, in front of 7,069 fans at the Wells Fargo Center on Monday night.
“It wasn't a pretty game, but sometimes you have to win them like that,” said Soul head coach, Clint Dolezel. “This upcoming bye-week is good for us to rest physically and mentally. We are happy to get this win out of the way and focus on the future games.”
Philadelphia’s (8-8) quarterback Dan Raudabaugh completed 14-of-25 passes for 193 yards and four touchdowns. Russell Athletic Offensive Player of the Game went to Markee White, who finished the night with five receptions for 64 yards and three touchdowns. Also leading the receivers was Tiger Jones who finished the night with seven receptions for 108 yards and one touchdown. Adam Smith also helped by recording one reception for eight yards, while Derrick Ross’ rushing attack was in full force for 18 rushing yards and one touchdown.
Riddell Defensive Player of the Game was presented to Jennings who finished the night with 2.0 sacks and two total tackles. Jerome Williams Jr. also played a great game with one sack and five total tackles. Also for Philadelphia, James Romain had seven total tackles, while Joe Goosby and Kent Richardson both had a total of three tackles. J Lewis Small AFL Playmaker of the Game, Kizer, had 10.5 total tackles and six pass breakups for the night.
Orlando's (8-7) offense was led by Jason Boltus who completed 22-of-42 passes for 208 yards, three touchdowns. Kendal Thompkins led his team in recieving with 12 receptions for 166 yards. Greg Carr was also a big help with five receptions for 41 yards and two touchdowns, while Khalil Paden tallied three receptions for 71 yards and one touchdown. Paden also led in rushing with ten rushing yards.
The first quarter started off with a bang. Philadelphia’s Stevenson scored the first touchdown of the night off of a kickoff return for 57 yards making the score 7-0. Five minutes later, White followed up with the second touchdown of the night, catching Raudabaugh’s 19-yard pass. The Predators responded a few minutes later when Khalil Paden caught quarterback Jason Boltus’ 27-yard pass. With five minutes left in the game, the score was 14-7 in favor of the Soul. With 3:02 left in the first, the Soul added onto the score with a two-yard run from Ross, making the score 21-7 Soul. Boltus responded to Ross’ touchdown with a one yard run into the end-zone. At the end of the first, the scoreboard displayed 21-14 with the Soul in the lead.
The Predators started the second quarter off strong with an interception by former Soul player Eddie Moten. Despite the interception, the Soul came back by scoring the first touchdown at 6:40. White caught a 4-yard pass from Raudabaugh making the score 28-14 Soul. Orlando then responded when Boltus then completed a deep fourth-down 2-yard pass to Paden, making the score 28-21 with one minute left in the second. Orlando recovered an onsides kick and then scored with three seconds left in the half, Predator Greg Carr scored his first touchdown of the night by catching a 1-yard pass from Boltus. The second quarter ended with a tie of 28-28.
The third quarter started off in favor of the Soul by Brandon Perkins catching their first interception of the night. Both teams continued in beast mode defensively by blocking passes and adding up tackles. With 11 seconds left in the third, Tiger Jones scored his first touchdown of the night. Raudabaugh connected with Jones for a 20-yard pass into the end-zone. The third quarter ended in the Soul’s favor with a score of 35-28.
Both the Soul and Predators proceeded to fight defensively throughout the fourth quarter. In spite of the Orlando’s hardworking defense, they were continuously unable to stop White. Raudabaugh connected with White for a 20-yard pass generating a score of 42-28 Soul. This is White’s third touchdown of the night. With 1:12 left in the final quarter, Carr scored his second touchdown of the night by catching Boltus 12-yard pass. The Soul were able to run out the clock and came away with 42-35 American Conference victory and now hold the head-to-head tiebreaker against Orlando.
The Soul have a Bye Week and then will return and stay home for Week 19 where they will continue to battle for a playoff spot against the San Jose SaberCats. This game will take place on Sunday, July 20 at 4 p.m. at the Wells Fargo Center and will broadcast on ESPN3.
Russell Athletic Offensive Player: Philadelphia’s Markee White
Riddell Defensive Player: Philadelphia’s Teddy Jennings
J Lewis Small AFL Playmaker: Philadelphia’s Rayshaun Kizer
Cutter’s Catch of the Game: Philadelphia’s Markee Whites one handed catch in the end-zone
Spalding Highlight of the Game: Philadelphia’s LaRico Stevensons kickoff return to a touchdown
“It wasn't a pretty game, but sometimes you have to win them like that,” said Soul head coach, Clint Dolezel. “This upcoming bye-week is good for us to rest physically and mentally. We are happy to get this win out of the way and focus on the future games.”
Philadelphia’s (8-8) quarterback Dan Raudabaugh completed 14-of-25 passes for 193 yards and four touchdowns. Russell Athletic Offensive Player of the Game went to Markee White, who finished the night with five receptions for 64 yards and three touchdowns. Also leading the receivers was Tiger Jones who finished the night with seven receptions for 108 yards and one touchdown. Adam Smith also helped by recording one reception for eight yards, while Derrick Ross’ rushing attack was in full force for 18 rushing yards and one touchdown.
Riddell Defensive Player of the Game was presented to Jennings who finished the night with 2.0 sacks and two total tackles. Jerome Williams Jr. also played a great game with one sack and five total tackles. Also for Philadelphia, James Romain had seven total tackles, while Joe Goosby and Kent Richardson both had a total of three tackles. J Lewis Small AFL Playmaker of the Game, Kizer, had 10.5 total tackles and six pass breakups for the night.
Orlando's (8-7) offense was led by Jason Boltus who completed 22-of-42 passes for 208 yards, three touchdowns. Kendal Thompkins led his team in recieving with 12 receptions for 166 yards. Greg Carr was also a big help with five receptions for 41 yards and two touchdowns, while Khalil Paden tallied three receptions for 71 yards and one touchdown. Paden also led in rushing with ten rushing yards.
The first quarter started off with a bang. Philadelphia’s Stevenson scored the first touchdown of the night off of a kickoff return for 57 yards making the score 7-0. Five minutes later, White followed up with the second touchdown of the night, catching Raudabaugh’s 19-yard pass. The Predators responded a few minutes later when Khalil Paden caught quarterback Jason Boltus’ 27-yard pass. With five minutes left in the game, the score was 14-7 in favor of the Soul. With 3:02 left in the first, the Soul added onto the score with a two-yard run from Ross, making the score 21-7 Soul. Boltus responded to Ross’ touchdown with a one yard run into the end-zone. At the end of the first, the scoreboard displayed 21-14 with the Soul in the lead.
The Predators started the second quarter off strong with an interception by former Soul player Eddie Moten. Despite the interception, the Soul came back by scoring the first touchdown at 6:40. White caught a 4-yard pass from Raudabaugh making the score 28-14 Soul. Orlando then responded when Boltus then completed a deep fourth-down 2-yard pass to Paden, making the score 28-21 with one minute left in the second. Orlando recovered an onsides kick and then scored with three seconds left in the half, Predator Greg Carr scored his first touchdown of the night by catching a 1-yard pass from Boltus. The second quarter ended with a tie of 28-28.
The third quarter started off in favor of the Soul by Brandon Perkins catching their first interception of the night. Both teams continued in beast mode defensively by blocking passes and adding up tackles. With 11 seconds left in the third, Tiger Jones scored his first touchdown of the night. Raudabaugh connected with Jones for a 20-yard pass into the end-zone. The third quarter ended in the Soul’s favor with a score of 35-28.
Both the Soul and Predators proceeded to fight defensively throughout the fourth quarter. In spite of the Orlando’s hardworking defense, they were continuously unable to stop White. Raudabaugh connected with White for a 20-yard pass generating a score of 42-28 Soul. This is White’s third touchdown of the night. With 1:12 left in the final quarter, Carr scored his second touchdown of the night by catching Boltus 12-yard pass. The Soul were able to run out the clock and came away with 42-35 American Conference victory and now hold the head-to-head tiebreaker against Orlando.
The Soul have a Bye Week and then will return and stay home for Week 19 where they will continue to battle for a playoff spot against the San Jose SaberCats. This game will take place on Sunday, July 20 at 4 p.m. at the Wells Fargo Center and will broadcast on ESPN3.
Russell Athletic Offensive Player: Philadelphia’s Markee White
Riddell Defensive Player: Philadelphia’s Teddy Jennings
J Lewis Small AFL Playmaker: Philadelphia’s Rayshaun Kizer
Cutter’s Catch of the Game: Philadelphia’s Markee Whites one handed catch in the end-zone
Spalding Highlight of the Game: Philadelphia’s LaRico Stevensons kickoff return to a touchdown
Saturday, July 05, 2014
Monday Night Football: Soul to face off with Preds
PHILADELPHIA – The Philadelphia Soul (7-8) got back on track last week against the Iowa Barnstormers after a huge win and a new season point high. Week 17 looks promising for the Soul who are back at home in the Wells Fargo Center taking on the Orlando Predators (8-6) Monday, July 7. The game kicks off at 8 p.m. and will be broadcast on ESPN2.
In Week 16 the Soul got back to their winning ways by defeating the Barnstormers, 84-48.
"We are in playoff football mode now. Our win Saturday gave us the confidence we need to make a push for the playoffs, but we're always working harder. Orlando hasn't clinched anything yet, and this time of the year, it'll be a battle of a game," said Soul head coach Clint Dolezel.
Putting up a new season point high, Philadelphia's offense was strong all night. Soul quarterback, Dan Raudabaugh, finished the night by completing 25-of-32 passes for 247 yards and six touchdowns and no interceptions. For this season, he has completed 317-of-466 passes for 3,793 yards and 77 touchdowns. Orlando is well rested after last week, coming off a bye week, but quarterback Jason Boltus, has put up numbers this season. Boltus has completed 176-of-297 passes for 2,403 yards and 51 touchdowns.
The Soul's rushing attack was led by none other than Derrick Ross, who had 26 rushing yards for three touchdowns. This season, Ross has 399 yards for 31 touchdowns. Leading the receiving corps was Tiger Jones with eight receptions for 99 yards and two touchdowns, making his season total 1,358 yards and 30 touchdowns. Markee White finished with eight receptions for 77 yards and a touchdown. White now has 148 yards for two touchdowns this season. Jones and White will matchup with Predator's defensive leader, Anthony Shutt, who has 58.5 total tackles and five pass breakups. Another Orlando defensive back, Tanner Varner, will also prove to be a good competitor, adding a season total of 58.0 tackles with three pass breakups and four interceptions.
The Soul defense is looking to put pressure on the Orlando offense. Against the Barnstormers, DL Teddy Jennings led the defense, finishing with 3.5 sacks and 4.5 total tackles. The Rookie of the Year Candidate now has 22.0 tackles and 9.0 sacks on the season. James Romain added 7.0 total tackles, a 56-yard interception return for a touchdown and a fumble return for a touchdown. This season Romain is one of the top defensive leaders with 67.5 tackles and five interceptions. Rayshaun Kizer is leading the Soul's defense with 78.5 tackles and seven interceptions. Also for Philadelphia in Week 16, Kent Richardson had 1.5 total tackles and an interception in his first game back in the Soul lineup.
The Predators's offense will prove to be a bit of a challenge for the Soul defense. Back-up quarterback Bernard Morris leads Orlando's rushing offense, with 146 yards for seven touchdowns this season after playing in only six of the team's past games. Wide receiver Greg Carr is one of Boltus' main targets, with 96 receptions for 1,279 yards and 30 touchdowns. Wide receiver Khalil Paden also leads Orlando with 62 receptions for 1,014 yards and 18 touchdowns.
In Week 16 the Soul got back to their winning ways by defeating the Barnstormers, 84-48.
"We are in playoff football mode now. Our win Saturday gave us the confidence we need to make a push for the playoffs, but we're always working harder. Orlando hasn't clinched anything yet, and this time of the year, it'll be a battle of a game," said Soul head coach Clint Dolezel.
Putting up a new season point high, Philadelphia's offense was strong all night. Soul quarterback, Dan Raudabaugh, finished the night by completing 25-of-32 passes for 247 yards and six touchdowns and no interceptions. For this season, he has completed 317-of-466 passes for 3,793 yards and 77 touchdowns. Orlando is well rested after last week, coming off a bye week, but quarterback Jason Boltus, has put up numbers this season. Boltus has completed 176-of-297 passes for 2,403 yards and 51 touchdowns.
The Soul's rushing attack was led by none other than Derrick Ross, who had 26 rushing yards for three touchdowns. This season, Ross has 399 yards for 31 touchdowns. Leading the receiving corps was Tiger Jones with eight receptions for 99 yards and two touchdowns, making his season total 1,358 yards and 30 touchdowns. Markee White finished with eight receptions for 77 yards and a touchdown. White now has 148 yards for two touchdowns this season. Jones and White will matchup with Predator's defensive leader, Anthony Shutt, who has 58.5 total tackles and five pass breakups. Another Orlando defensive back, Tanner Varner, will also prove to be a good competitor, adding a season total of 58.0 tackles with three pass breakups and four interceptions.
The Soul defense is looking to put pressure on the Orlando offense. Against the Barnstormers, DL Teddy Jennings led the defense, finishing with 3.5 sacks and 4.5 total tackles. The Rookie of the Year Candidate now has 22.0 tackles and 9.0 sacks on the season. James Romain added 7.0 total tackles, a 56-yard interception return for a touchdown and a fumble return for a touchdown. This season Romain is one of the top defensive leaders with 67.5 tackles and five interceptions. Rayshaun Kizer is leading the Soul's defense with 78.5 tackles and seven interceptions. Also for Philadelphia in Week 16, Kent Richardson had 1.5 total tackles and an interception in his first game back in the Soul lineup.
The Predators's offense will prove to be a bit of a challenge for the Soul defense. Back-up quarterback Bernard Morris leads Orlando's rushing offense, with 146 yards for seven touchdowns this season after playing in only six of the team's past games. Wide receiver Greg Carr is one of Boltus' main targets, with 96 receptions for 1,279 yards and 30 touchdowns. Wide receiver Khalil Paden also leads Orlando with 62 receptions for 1,014 yards and 18 touchdowns.
Monday, June 23, 2014
Gladiators edge Soul with Hail Mary
PHILADELPHIA – A last-second, 47-yard, Hail Mary pass from Shane Austin to Dominic Goodman sent the Philadelphia Soul (6-8) home with another heart-breaking loss to the Cleveland Gladiators, 69-68 in front of 8,033 fans at the Wells Fargo Center on Saturday night.
Austin tied a League record with 11 touchdowns on the evening.
“We were in position to win tonight,” said Soul head coach Clint Dolezel of the final play. “We knocked the ball down but they made the catch – it is as simple as that. Luck has not been on our side, but we have to keep grinding to make it to the playoffs.”
Philadelphia’s offense was led by Derrick Ross who had 19 rushing yards for three touchdowns. Leading the receiving corps was Tiger Jones with six receptions for 139 yards and two touchdowns. V’Keon Lacey also helped by putting up six receptions for 48 yards and a touchdown, while Markee White had four catches for 38 yards and a touchdown. Emery Sammons finished with three receptions for 25 yards and one touchdown.
Soul quarterback Dan Raudabaugh finished the night by completing 19-of-27 passes for 250 yards and five touchdowns and one interception.
Defensively the Soul was led by Riddell Defensive Player of the Game, James Romain who had 7.0 total tackles and two pass breakups. Also for Philadelphia, LaRico Stevenson had 5.0 total tackles. Both Calvin Fance and Brandon Perkins each had a sack for the night.
Cleveland’s offense was led by Russell Athletic Offensive Player of Game, Shane Austin as he completed 26-of-040 passes for 409 yards and a franchise-record setting 11 touchdowns. Dominick Goodman had 10 receptions for 168 yards and three touchdowns, while J. Lewis Small Playmaker of the Game, Thyron Lewis tallied eight receptions for 172 yards and four touchdowns.
Gladiator defense was led by Marrio Norman with 7.0 total tackles. Both Joe Phinisee and Anthony Degrate had 5.0 total tackles for Cleveland. Randy Colling had the only sack of the night for the Gladiators.
The first quarter kicked off with a Gladiators touchdown, and a missed extra point. Jones caught Austin’s pass for 23 yards three minutes into the game. The Soul responded shortly after when Sammons caught Raudabaugh’s 20-yard pass. New kicker, Jon Striefsky also missed the extra point and with 10:51 left in the first, Philadelphia and Cleveland were tied 6-6. Four minutes later Cleveland’s Goodman scored on a 17-yard reception from Austin, before Pettrey missed another extra point. Tiger Jones scored an easy touchdown, being unmarked and able to catch Raudabaugh’s long 40-yard throw. Striefsky’s extra point kick was good and at 4:19 the Soul were leading 13-12. With 20 seconds left in the first, Soul defense held strong as Fance forced a fumble that was recovered by Bryan Robinson in the Gladiators for a Soul touchdown, and at the end of the quarter, Philadelphia led Cleveland 20-12.
Soul defense continued to hold strong in the beginning of the second quarter, holding off the Gladiators to third down before they scored. Austin’s 47-yard pass proved successful when Lewis’ touchdown catch put the Soul only ahead by two points. Jones got on the board again and after a penalty, Striefsky still gained the extra point from 28 yards out. Jones’ touchdown put the Soul up 27-18 with 9:20 left in the first half. Cleveland’s Lewis also got on the board again after connecting with Austin for a 40-yard catch and reducing Philadelphia’s lead to 27-25. Soul’s Little quickly answered with a 55-yard kick return touchdown. With less than a minute to go in the half, Gladiator Collin Taylor caught a nine-yard pass from Austin to score, and once again Pettrey missed the extra point, his team trailing by three points. Ross furthered that lead for Philadelphia after rushing a yard for a touchdown, followed by another successful extra point kick for Striefsky. At the end of the first half, the Soul led the Gladiators 41-31.
The third quarter started off slow for Philadelphia, with an interception for Raudabaugh. Cleveland’s Lewis had another touchdown, catching Austin’s 14-yard pass. Pettery was successful with his extra point kick, and with 10:51 left in the third, the Gladiators trailed the Soul 41-38. Ross made it 48-38 after rushing one yard. The Gladiator’s Goodman scored his second touchdown of the night after receiving Austin’s 17-yard pass. With 6:03 remaining in the quarter, Cleveland trailed Philadelphia by four. The third quarter ended with the Soul leading the Gladiators 48-44.
Ross’ 1-yard touchdown run kicked off the fourth quarter, 12:34 minutes remaining, putting the Soul up 55-46. Cleveland’s Taylor received a 7-yard pass from Austin to answer Ross’ touchdown. A failed two-point conversion kept the Soul in the lead, 55-50 with 8:09 left in the game. Philadelphia added 12 points to their lead when Lacey caught Raudabaugh’s 7-yard pass. The Soul led the Gladiators 62-50 with less than three minutes remaining in the game. Cleveland responded when Taylor received a 2-yard pass from Austin, cutting Philadelphia’s lead to 62-57. The Gladiators took the lead with 33 seconds remaining in the game after Austin connected with Lewis again. Their two-point conversion attempt failed, and with under a minute remaining in the game, Cleveland led Philadelphia 63-62. The Soul answered when White caught Raudabaugh’s 3-yard pass with two seconds left in the game, making it 68-63. Cleveland used those last two seconds to win the game when Goodman caught Austin’s 47-yard Hail Mary deflected pass, and beat the Soul, 69-68.
In Week 16, the Soul travel to Des Moines, Iowa to play the Iowa Barnstormers for the last time this season. The game will kick off Saturday, June 28 at 8:05 p.m. at the Wells Fargo Arena.
Russell Athletic Offensive Player: Cleveland’s Shane Austin
Riddell Defensive Player: Philadelphia’s James Romain
J Lewis Small AFL Playmaker: Cleveland’s Thyron Lewis
Cutter’s Catch of the Game: Cleveland’s Goodman caught a 47-yard pass from Austin in the last play of the game to seal the victory
Spalding Highlight of the Game: Philadelphia’s Ray Little returned a kick for 55 yards for a touchdown
Austin tied a League record with 11 touchdowns on the evening.
“We were in position to win tonight,” said Soul head coach Clint Dolezel of the final play. “We knocked the ball down but they made the catch – it is as simple as that. Luck has not been on our side, but we have to keep grinding to make it to the playoffs.”
Philadelphia’s offense was led by Derrick Ross who had 19 rushing yards for three touchdowns. Leading the receiving corps was Tiger Jones with six receptions for 139 yards and two touchdowns. V’Keon Lacey also helped by putting up six receptions for 48 yards and a touchdown, while Markee White had four catches for 38 yards and a touchdown. Emery Sammons finished with three receptions for 25 yards and one touchdown.
Soul quarterback Dan Raudabaugh finished the night by completing 19-of-27 passes for 250 yards and five touchdowns and one interception.
Defensively the Soul was led by Riddell Defensive Player of the Game, James Romain who had 7.0 total tackles and two pass breakups. Also for Philadelphia, LaRico Stevenson had 5.0 total tackles. Both Calvin Fance and Brandon Perkins each had a sack for the night.
Cleveland’s offense was led by Russell Athletic Offensive Player of Game, Shane Austin as he completed 26-of-040 passes for 409 yards and a franchise-record setting 11 touchdowns. Dominick Goodman had 10 receptions for 168 yards and three touchdowns, while J. Lewis Small Playmaker of the Game, Thyron Lewis tallied eight receptions for 172 yards and four touchdowns.
Gladiator defense was led by Marrio Norman with 7.0 total tackles. Both Joe Phinisee and Anthony Degrate had 5.0 total tackles for Cleveland. Randy Colling had the only sack of the night for the Gladiators.
The first quarter kicked off with a Gladiators touchdown, and a missed extra point. Jones caught Austin’s pass for 23 yards three minutes into the game. The Soul responded shortly after when Sammons caught Raudabaugh’s 20-yard pass. New kicker, Jon Striefsky also missed the extra point and with 10:51 left in the first, Philadelphia and Cleveland were tied 6-6. Four minutes later Cleveland’s Goodman scored on a 17-yard reception from Austin, before Pettrey missed another extra point. Tiger Jones scored an easy touchdown, being unmarked and able to catch Raudabaugh’s long 40-yard throw. Striefsky’s extra point kick was good and at 4:19 the Soul were leading 13-12. With 20 seconds left in the first, Soul defense held strong as Fance forced a fumble that was recovered by Bryan Robinson in the Gladiators for a Soul touchdown, and at the end of the quarter, Philadelphia led Cleveland 20-12.
Soul defense continued to hold strong in the beginning of the second quarter, holding off the Gladiators to third down before they scored. Austin’s 47-yard pass proved successful when Lewis’ touchdown catch put the Soul only ahead by two points. Jones got on the board again and after a penalty, Striefsky still gained the extra point from 28 yards out. Jones’ touchdown put the Soul up 27-18 with 9:20 left in the first half. Cleveland’s Lewis also got on the board again after connecting with Austin for a 40-yard catch and reducing Philadelphia’s lead to 27-25. Soul’s Little quickly answered with a 55-yard kick return touchdown. With less than a minute to go in the half, Gladiator Collin Taylor caught a nine-yard pass from Austin to score, and once again Pettrey missed the extra point, his team trailing by three points. Ross furthered that lead for Philadelphia after rushing a yard for a touchdown, followed by another successful extra point kick for Striefsky. At the end of the first half, the Soul led the Gladiators 41-31.
The third quarter started off slow for Philadelphia, with an interception for Raudabaugh. Cleveland’s Lewis had another touchdown, catching Austin’s 14-yard pass. Pettery was successful with his extra point kick, and with 10:51 left in the third, the Gladiators trailed the Soul 41-38. Ross made it 48-38 after rushing one yard. The Gladiator’s Goodman scored his second touchdown of the night after receiving Austin’s 17-yard pass. With 6:03 remaining in the quarter, Cleveland trailed Philadelphia by four. The third quarter ended with the Soul leading the Gladiators 48-44.
Ross’ 1-yard touchdown run kicked off the fourth quarter, 12:34 minutes remaining, putting the Soul up 55-46. Cleveland’s Taylor received a 7-yard pass from Austin to answer Ross’ touchdown. A failed two-point conversion kept the Soul in the lead, 55-50 with 8:09 left in the game. Philadelphia added 12 points to their lead when Lacey caught Raudabaugh’s 7-yard pass. The Soul led the Gladiators 62-50 with less than three minutes remaining in the game. Cleveland responded when Taylor received a 2-yard pass from Austin, cutting Philadelphia’s lead to 62-57. The Gladiators took the lead with 33 seconds remaining in the game after Austin connected with Lewis again. Their two-point conversion attempt failed, and with under a minute remaining in the game, Cleveland led Philadelphia 63-62. The Soul answered when White caught Raudabaugh’s 3-yard pass with two seconds left in the game, making it 68-63. Cleveland used those last two seconds to win the game when Goodman caught Austin’s 47-yard Hail Mary deflected pass, and beat the Soul, 69-68.
In Week 16, the Soul travel to Des Moines, Iowa to play the Iowa Barnstormers for the last time this season. The game will kick off Saturday, June 28 at 8:05 p.m. at the Wells Fargo Arena.
Russell Athletic Offensive Player: Cleveland’s Shane Austin
Riddell Defensive Player: Philadelphia’s James Romain
J Lewis Small AFL Playmaker: Cleveland’s Thyron Lewis
Cutter’s Catch of the Game: Cleveland’s Goodman caught a 47-yard pass from Austin in the last play of the game to seal the victory
Spalding Highlight of the Game: Philadelphia’s Ray Little returned a kick for 55 yards for a touchdown
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