Fayetteville Guard Season Thread

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Might as well use this thread for the whole Guard season....

Our first game is next saturday ...on the road @ Montgomery , Lets go Guard get the Road win and 3 more after that!!!! GO GUARD!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

Yeah I wrote the front office last week looking for info on the team and have yet to hear anything back. Kinda shady if you ask me. Hard to sell the team to people when you have no new info about the team other than the schedule

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Yeah ...the website isnt being updated much either....do you know if single game tickets are on sell yet?...or are they only selling season tickets right now?

[#1 Guard Fan]

I made a call to the front office about tickets and they were more morried about moving than seeling tickets at that time. I am not sure if singel tickets are on sell or not.

[#1 Guard Fan]

Looks like we will finally take the field this week and get a chance to see what kinda team we have this year. Hopefully the team will get off to a better start this year and not have to play out of a big hole just to make the playoffs

[GTDREW]

Hey Guard fans, I'm back after a year off it seems. I hope the team does well too. The deal with baseball puts us having a few games away at first but the season in F'ville will be here soon. Glad to see 1260 AM has a live web feed, hope they can get some of the away games. Anyhow, glad to see some of you back on here. Later Drew.

[#1 Guard Fan]

Welcome back back drew glad to see you could make it back this season

[GTDREW]

I have heard from a member or two of the team and they are on the way today to Alabama. The Roster from what I heard is made up of a lot of the same players from last year, I wish the front office would post it on the web though. Here's a run down of who I heard was new to the team. Chris "Rocket" Roncketti (Methodist) at QB, Jamal Leggette (Methodist) at DE, Billy Delapp (Methodist) at OL. There are some more but I don't have names. Shawn is also back at QB and Perry is the RB again. I think from what I have heard the team should do well if they get a few kinks worked out, stay injury free and develop team integrity early. I am ready for it to start and I hope to see you guys at each home game.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Hey Drew , do you know if Individual game tickets went on sale yet?

[#1 Guard Fan]

Yes trhey have been on sale just call the Team office or TicKet Master

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Tommorow night is our first game!!! GO GUARD!!!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

Yeah to bad it is in AL to bad we want have a home game until late Apr

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Hopefully the FireAntz PA guy will tell us the game scores tommorow night since they are a Fayetteville team!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

Hopefully but if not I am sure it will be in the paper sunday. Hopefully with some even better news about the Antz

[Mike4FireAntz34]

There’s only one thing that will make the 2006 National Indoor Football League season a success for the Fayetteville Guard.

“We’ve all said if we don’t win the championship we’ll be disappointed this year,’’ said Shawn Withy-Allen, who will start at quarterback tonight when the Guard kicks off its 14-game regular-season against the Montgomery Maulers in Montgomery, Ala.

The Guard staged a dramatic turnaround a year ago to come within two wins of playing for the NIFL title. An 0-5 start that was followed by the resignation of head coach Terry Smith paved the way for Mike Siani to take over the team.

Under Siani’s direction, Fayetteville rallied to finish 7-7 and qualify for the playoffs. The Guard advanced to the Atlantic Conference semifinals before being eliminated 70-69 by the Cincinnati Marshals.

The Marshals prevailed only after a two-point conversion pass by the Guard with no time remaining failed. A pass interference flag was thrown on the conversion attempt, but it was waved off by officials who determined the pass was uncatchable.

“We were so close last year we tasted it,’’ Withy-Allen said. “I think that’s why so many guys came back.’’

Fifteen players who endured last year’s disappointment make up the bulk of a 27-man roster that will start 2006 with the Guard.

“This team is pretty stacked,’’ said former NFL running back Wilmont Perry. Perry, who played with the New Orleans Saints in 1998-99, joined the Guard late last season for its playoff run. He had previously played arena ball in Fayetteville with the Cape Fear Wildcats of arenafootball2.

Perry will join Withy-Allen as starters in the Fayetteville backfield.

Withy-Allen, who played collegiately at Hawaii, had additional incentive for helping the Guard to a successful season. He began 2005 as the team’s starting quarterback, but suffered a broken right arm in the sixth game and missed the rest of the season. Withy-Allen threw for 1,000 yards and 19 touchdowns before the injury.

“My arm feels stronger than it was last year, thanks to my rehab,’’ said Withy-Allen, who will be backed up by former South View High School and Methodist College quarterback Chris Roncketti.

Other key elements returning to an offense that ranked ninth in scoring with 48.6 points a game include offensive linemen Gary Futch and Jonanthan Byrd and receivers Jammie Deese and Mitch Galloway.

Deese, an ex-Wake Forest receiver, caught 34 passes for 400 yards and six touchdowns last season. Galloway, who played at East Carolina, had 25 receptions for 307 yards and four touchdowns last season.

The Guard should again field one of the NIFL’s top defensive units. Seven players who were part of a defense that ranked fifth in the league in scoring defense (38.9) have returned, including defensive linemen Ken Brown and Quincy Malloy, linebackers Al Wilson and George Miller, and defensive backs Walter Ford, Selwyn Scott, Jesse Parker, DeRon Donald and DeLeon Raynor.

Ford, a former Army soldier, led Fayetteville in tackles last season with 101 and also had seven interceptions.

Like the players, Siani enters the season with the quiet confidence.

“With our talent level, there’s no reason why we can’t win the championship,’’ Siani said. “I feel really comfortable with all aspects of our team. There are concerns.

“We don’t have a big, physical wide receiver who can block downfield or who can take a cornerback and push him out of the way. And we don’t have a lot of size on the defensive line. We have smaller, quicker guys there, so we’ll have to see how our pass rush develops.

“But overall we’ve got a team that should be capable of competing for the championship.’’

The Guard won’t play a home game at the Crown Coliseum until April 22 against Osceola.

Following Saturday’s opener at Montgomery, Fayetteville will travel to Osceola, Fla., for a game April 1, to Miami on April 9 and to Greensboro to play the expansion Revolution on April 14.

Siani believes a strong start is important for the Guard after last season.

“Obviously, your first goal is to get to the playoffs,’’ Siani said. “We don’t want to have to struggle to do that at the end like we did last year. With the veterans we have on this team, there’s no reason why we can’t get off to a 4-0 or 3-1 start. I think that’s important for us to do.’’

[Mike4FireAntz34]

So did the Guard win tonight or not?

[#1 Guard Fan]

The Guard won last night 44-7. From what I have read it looks like they ran and conroled the ball on the ground all night. Good job Guard way to start the season of right

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Lets hope that this win...happens again next week!

GO GUARD!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

Looks like it be be a good game this week

[Guardfan3]

I don't visit OSC often, so I just found this board. But I'm here now. Glad to see the boys get the season started off on a positive note, but as you all have said, there should be more information available to the public about them. They shouldn't be waiting until the "home" season before marketing the team. The website absolutely sucks!! I have emailed Bobby Jackson twice in the past few days asking about a roster and when it would be available--just want to know who I'm cheering for. I got no response. At least the article in Saturday's paper gave a general list of who we have. Glad to see a lot of returning players.

Anyone else planning to make the trip to Greensboro on April 14th to get an early look at the team? I know its a Friday night, and its Easter weekend, but I have worked it out so I can go. I just hope theres a few more to back me up when I stand up and cheer for my team.

If not in G'boro, then I hope to meet you all on the 22nd at the first home game (although I probalby already know some of you, either from last year, or from the Antz games.)

Til then, GO GUARD and GO ANTZ-- Lets keep the season alive for a couple more weeks!!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

Glad to see you found your way on over here. Yeah I have written the front office a coupke times too but no luck at all. I am not sure what their plan is but looking from the outside it sucks. I would like to make the trip the away game but I will have to see how work goes.

[#1 Guard Fan]

Looks like there is finally some changes with the team site. They have taken all the old info down and put up the little story about the win. Come on front office lets make the site a little better. I am sure there are tons of people that would be willing to keep the site up a heck of a lot better

[Guardfan3]

Thanks for the welcome as well as the info about the website. Checked it out and they actually have the roster listed, too. I know its hard to try to get people going with the guys playing on the road for so many games here at the beginning, but they could get the word out there and build the excitement that much more. Really build the team up. Hopefully they can win all 4 of these road games and use that to REALLY push for that first home game. We need a HUGE crowd to welcome the team to the Crown for that home opener.

[exit322]

Yeah, a 4-0 start wouldn't hurt that process any, haha!

[Mike4FireAntz34]

We are buying our tickets soon for the first home game.....

Bring as many friends with yall so we can fill up the arena for the first home game!!

GO GUARD!!!! :D

[#1 Guard Fan]

I am not sure what is going on with the front office but hopefully the team can make up for it on the field. Go Guard

[Mike4FireAntz34]

If we come into April 22nd's home game 4-0...I bet that we would be one of the Top Contenders to win a championship!!!!!! :D

[#1 Guard Fan]

No because we were 1-6 heading into game 8 last year and we still pulled off 7-7 to make the playoffs. You can never jump in this league. Way to many game left to play after 4

[GTDREW]

Guys, made the trip to Montgomery, and let me say, Garrett Stadium is a terrible place to see a game. Don't get me wrong the people in the "Heart of Dixie", I like that state slogan than the new "Stars Fell on Alabama", are really great. There were about 20 or so fans for F'ville there, but we were the only one's from NC. Several of the players had family there and they supported the Guard better than even some of our own. Anyhow, it sure was a sweet victory and we can't wait to see the next game.

[#1 Guard Fan]

Glad to hear you got to make the trip. I think if the team put some kinda road trip bus together for the close games i think they would have a good group of people wanting to fill it right up.

[GTDREW]

#1 Fan, I have not heard about any of the game tickets yet. Also, I would hope the website would get better soon. Have you seen anything in F'ville as far as promotion of the team yet? I live near the coast so we get everything second hand from F'ville online newspaper. It takes me about 2.5 hours just to make a home game. Anyhow, I hope that WFAY will start to braodcast away games. I hope to make games in Charleston, Greensboro, and of course all in F'ville.

[#1 Guard Fan]

Well the website has been updated and they are starting to get it together. I have seen a few things around town about the team but I think around here you have to kill people with info to get them to come out to things. I never understood this place and the teams in this town. Oh well I am just happy to be at a place where we have the teams that we do have and I support them whenever I am not playing in the big sandbox

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Now that the FireAntz season is over :( , GO GUARD ,Lets go win championship this year (Crossing Fingers!!)

[Guardfan3]

You beat me to it Mike. Now that the Antz are done I will be watching even more closely for anything on the Guard. Fayetteville needs a championship team. Guard--1 win down, 13 more to go before the playoffs.

GO GUARD GO!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

Lets go Guard don't let us down like the Fireantz did last night.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Yeah Guard please don't let us done like the Wildcats did a couple years ago...we had the best team in the league then got upset at home.... hopefully we can win the Championship.... if we did ....wouldnt this be the first Tourney Championship in Fayetteville sports history?

[goguard88]

Finally, I found you guys. I've been looking all over for Guard fans. Anyway, can't wait for our first home game. We're off to a great start already. :)

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Good to see more Guard fans here! Welcome :)

[#1 Guard Fan]

We already have more Guard fans here than we did Fireantzzzzzzzzzzzz

[RobsInTheNoseBleeds]

Hey everybody I got an email from the Guard today they said that they have switched ISPs and have had alot of trouble with there email. Also I was told that there is no local broadcast of away games this year. That sucks but what can you do?

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Good to see another Guard fan....Welcome!!! :D

[#1 Guard Fan]

Sounds like a good story we will see how there email is doing now then. They really need to make some upgrades to the website. It is finally current but kinda lame really

[GTDREW]

Glad to see 88 make it on here, but I still remember a Tarheel fan way back that I have not seen post. Guys we need to figure a way to hear/update the away games. I am not sure the ESPNflorida station will give it to us this week. Does WFAY do remotes of the games or do you know? I thought I got them one time on the web but it's been several weeks ago. By the way, I will be at the Greensboro and Charleston Away games or so my plan goes for now. Let me know if any of you are going.

[goguard88]

Hey, I'm a big UNC fan. Perhaps you're confused with me?

[#1 Guard Fan]

Sounds like the team is not going to have the away broadcast. I guess the local ESPN radio station is not going to be a sponsor for the team. Hopefully the teams we play away will have the live feeds over the internet

[Guardfan3]

Doesn't look like the league updates their site in a very timely manner, so I don't know if you will be able to get scoring updates, but thats where I would try first, followed by the home team's site. You never know. Or we could always do like we used to do before the Antz got connected with Pointstreak--someone at the games calls someone at home and post it on here. Not very efficient sometimes, but updates are updates.

Drew, I will be in G'boro. I will be wearing my jersey that I bought last year, the desert camo one they auctioned off--Galloway, #80. Hope to see you there. Can't wait for the home season to start!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

I hope to be able to make the trip over there too. I wonder if they have a section just for us like how we normaly try and keep all the out-of-town fans together

[daddydaryl]

I'm here, too. Why did the NIFL drop the message board? I also plan on being at the G'boro game, as well as Charleston. I'm so glad there are some closer away games this year. :p

[#1 Guard Fan]

Looks like all the old guys/gals are showing up here now. I am not sure why the league took the message board down and put that joke Live Chat thing up. I have ben in there at least 50 times and never seen anyone else in there. What a waste

[GTDREW]

Hey Guys, Not sure if this helps but when I was on the web the other day I found espnflorida, and they were to broadcast the FireAntZ. Maybe they will carry the game this week. Just a shot in the dark but you never know. Last year I did get a feed I think from the team in Cinncy, but I'm not sure. If anyone finds the game let us all know. GO Guard!!!

[GTDREW]

One or two other things before I get off of here, maybe we can all hook up and find seats close at the away games. We were spread out down in Montgomery which worked too as they heard us from different areas. The visiting team usually is given I think some what I call, Will Call tickets and you guys are right, way in the corner, or other out of the way places. Down in Rome last year we were in the end zone, really cheap and cheesy. In Montgomery the tickets were up behind the team but a nosebleed could occur from where we should have sit. Note I said "Where we should have sit." Better go. Later and GO GUARD!!!!!

[goguard88]

I'm here, too. Why did the NIFL drop the message board?
Daryl! Nice to see all the regulars again. I think I heard they axed the message board because of too much tension or whatever. Something like that. Oh well, at least we've got this place.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

We'll atleast we can talk about the Guard here!! :) GO GUARD!!

[GTDREW]

Saw a half time score of Guard 36, Outlaws 26 on the indoorfootballfan.com. Not sure how this one will turn out, will update should I hear anything.

[Guardfan3]

Thanks Drew. I have been spoiled by Pointstreak with hockey. I wish there was some way to get real time updates for this too. Keep us posted.

[goguard88]

IFF's back up after being down for a bit. Apparently, we're down 55-50 in the 4th quarter. Hope we come back and win.

EDIT: According to IFF, the game is over, and we won 58-55! That improves us to 2-0 on the season. Way to go, Guard!

[RobsInTheNoseBleeds]

Guard Wins 58-55 via Indoor football fan!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Wow!! :D I Can't Wait For The First Home Game!!!! :D Go Guard!!!

[goguard88]

Should be good, Mike. Osceola will be looking for revenge after their heartbreaking loss to us tonight.

[GTDREW]

Hey guys, Gald we got to ay least find out the scores. I had forgot about the site until last night for updates, I wonder where they get the info from. Anyhow, the Guard won and you are right they will look for revenge. Looks on paper that it wasn't a defensive struggle like predicted. I can see the Guard going 4-0, but let's worry about Florida and like the ols saying goes, "We have to take them one at a time."

[RobsInTheNoseBleeds]

I just think it is funny that the Guard doesn't dress a kicker.

[Guardfan3]

Great win last night boys!!! I bet that was an exciting one to watch, with the score being that close. Now lets focus on Florida and then I can help cheer them on for the next one in Greensboro.

I have a question. Someone please help me. WHY do we not have a kicker? We never attempted a PAT, it was always a conversion, some good, some not so good. But why not a kick? I checked the roster on the Guard site and there is not even a kicker listed. Anyone know why?

[Mike4FireAntz34]

That is strange...hopefully they will find a Kicker by the first home game...

[goguard88]

I can see the Guard going 4-0, but let's worry about Florida
Florida doesn't look very good, and Greensboro's been awful, so I think 4-0 is a pretty good possibility. I hope to be at the Greensboro game in a couple of weeks, before we come home and play our first game in the Crown this season. I'm definitely excited. :)

[RobsInTheNoseBleeds]

The coaches said they don't want a kicker. They said that if they try the 2 point conversion every time and make half of the conversions then the team is in the game. The coaches say Perry is the answer for this year and he is the best running back in the league. They say that Perry can make more 2 point conversions than a kicker can make extra points.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

I guess its worth not having a kicker..hopefully our RB will get the rushing title this year...that would be awesome! GO GAURD!

[TheBetterOutlaws]

perry is a beast!!! that guy is g o o d

[#1 Guard Fan]

Yes he is.,.... We are lucky to have him back this year. Hopefully he will be on the team all year

[Mike4FireAntz34]

We'll this weekend should be a win this weekend since Florida is 0-2 and we are 2-0... hopefully they don't become over confident..since it is a possibility that Florida can upset us this weekend but I got faith in our team!!! GO GUARD!!!!

[GTDREW]

As far as the kicking goes, I think Shawn at QB can kick the extra point, but with a better the 50-50 chance on the 2 points why not go for it. Shawn has done pretty good according to his stats at kick off's. Coach must have decided to keep that extra spot for another position he deemed more inportant than a kicker. I agree that we should beat Florida, but we need to take this week by week. Can't wait for opening night in F'ville, Oceola will be seeking revenge. GO Guard 2-0 looking at 3-0.

[#1 Guard Fan]

I am not going to go against the coach but I think sticking the QB out there more than he needs to be is not smart to me. I guess thats why I sit in the stands and the coach is on the sidelines.

[#1 Guard Fan]

Hey Antzfan you should see if the front office of the Guard would like for you to take some pics for them. It will be nice to see some new shots of the team and of course some dance team pics would be Grrrrrrrrrrrreat

[Guardfan3]

I will probably have my camera with me at most games, but I like to watch the game live rather than through a lens. Besides, I don't have the best equipment for anything more than just a few amateur shots. As for the dance team, that is the last thing I would be taking pictures of.

[#1 Guard Fan]

Guardfan I sure hope you are a lady after the last comment you made. If not I will worry about you.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

We got 2 more days till we go into Florida and whip them!!!!! GO GUARD!!!

[Guardfan3]

Guardfan I sure hope you are a lady after the last comment you made. If not I will worry about you.
LOL, yes, I am a lady (or at least female, some may question the "lady" part of it). I was responding to the previous post that was directed at "antzfan." I found this board while searching for football forums, so I registered under Guardfan3, but on most other boards, I am Antzfan17.

Now lets turn a couple of 2's into 3's. Turn our 2-0 to a 3-0 and make Florida's 0-2 an 0-3.

LETS GO GUARD!!!!!!!

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Is there gonna be any Guard fans in Florida supporting our team?

[goguard88]

I'd love to go, but that's a bit too far out. I hope to be in Greensboro a week from now, though. :)

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Game Day.....lets go Guard, Get'er Done!!!!

GO GUARD!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

It is PERRY time. Let the freak run wild

[Guardfan3]

Congratulations to Walter Ford, NIFL's special teams player of the week for week 4. Also, to Wyoming Cavalry's Jerry Jones, Defensive POW, and to Chris Dixon and Robert Reed, of Billings, for Co-offensive POWs.

Wouldn't it be nice if the Guard's website would acknowledge when one of our guys gets recognized like that?

[Mike4FireAntz34]

I wish we had a better site for our team... all the Fayetteville Sports team sites are not professional looking...except the Patriots since they are run by NBDL.

[Guardfan3]

I completely agree with you Mike. The really sad thing is that of the 3 Fayetteville teams that I follow--Antz, Guard and Swampdogs--the best site is the Swampdogs, and they are not a team of professional athletes. I guess when you don't have to pay player's salaries, it frees up a little more money to keep up other things like the website. They do not start playing until the end of May and there is more information on their site than on the Guard's site and they have been playing for 2 weeks now. The roster was not even listed for the Guard until the day of the first game. I really hope that in the next 1-2 weeks, we start to hear more about them since they will be coming home on the 22nd. I guess they thought they didn't need to promote the team since they wouldn't be here for the first 4 games.

Oh well, at least there are people like us who are actually following them on our own without the help of the team and website.

GO GUARD!!! Lets make it 3-0 tonight.

[goguard88]

Hey, I keep my Guard site up to date, so maybe they could use someone like me to update their site. ;)

[goguard88]

A lot closer than we thought, but the Guard win, 44-41! 3-0; man, that sounds nice. On to Greensboro this Friday, and that should be a much easier game.

[Guardfan3]

Way to go Boys!!!!! 44-41 over Florida. Don't have any information on the game yet, other than the score, but with it that close, it was probably an exciting one. Now on to Greensboro to make it 4-0.

Y'all let me know who else is going. I will be wearing my Galloway jersey. Hope to see many more Guard fans there.

[daytonadan]

Withy-Allen -- 6 TD passes -- 4 to Jay Jackson and 2 to Mitch Galloway

Wilmont Perry keyed on -- just scores one TD

Florida's Travis Wilson burned Guard deep 4 times, but Selwyn Scott made key pick that helped Fayetteville pull away.

Hard Rock Casino -- great play to watch a game, killer sound system.

[Guardfan3]

Thanks, Dan, for the recap.

I had a feeling Perry wouldn't last too long. I mean, he is good and all, but the other teams have to see that and focus on keeping the ball out of his hands. I don't play the game but even I would know enough to keep him off the ball.

Don't know much about Jackson, but looks like he had a decent game. And of course, always glad to see Mitch doing well.

[preeths]

Dan, how was the attendance? How many does the place hold?

[goguard88]

Dan, big thanks to you for writing recaps for our last two games in our local newspaper. We'll be headed to Florida two more times this regular season (Lakeland, April 29; Palm Beach, May 27), so hopefully we can count on you again for those games. :)

[ChampionOfSteel]

National Indoor Football League

Thru 04/09/2006

Rank Team Record Round-Robin Winning Percentage Bradley-Terry Points
1. Fayetteville, NC (3-0) 0.844 100.000
2. River City, MO (3-0) 0.828 88.133
3. Rapid City, SD (4-0) 0.814 79.589
4. Lakeland, FL (4-0) 0.805 74.854
5. Charleston, SC (2-0) 0.694 37.419
6. Osceola, FL (2-1) 0.626 26.003
7. Beaumont, TX (3-1) 0.603 22.994
8. Katy, TX (3-2) 0.577 20.165
9. Billings, MT (2-1) 0.556 18.175
(tie) Tri-Cities, WA (2-1) 0.556 18.175
11. Wyoming (2-2) 0.526 15.648
12. Montgomery, AL (1-2) 0.516 14.845
13. Dayton, OH (1-1) 0.465 11.552
14. Cincinnati, OH (1-2) 0.448 10.599
15. St. Joseph, MO/Lincoln, NE (0-2) 0.367 7.012
16. Greensboro, NC (1-3) 0.366 6.975
17. Tennessee (1-2) 0.361 6.804
18. Florida (0-3) 0.288 4.565
19. Arkansas (0-3) 0.220 3.011
20. Palm Beach, FL (0-2) 0.212 2.860
21. Big Sky, MT (0-4) 0.173 2.179
22. Twin City, LA (0-3) 0.155 1.890
Fictitious Team 13.728

I'm fan of Dayton. Go Bulldogs!

updated daily: http://home.columbus.rr.com/cfrankings/nifl.html

[daytonadan]

I appreciate your kind remarks as well as the Observer's money.

[#1 Guard Fan]

Thanks for the article. It was nice to see someone write about the team and not bash them. I get so tried of reading about the local sports team the locl guy puts them down a lot. We are number one in the ranking Grrrrrrrrrrrrreat. Go Guard

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Just read and found out the Guard won!!! :D GO GAURD GOING for 4-0 Sat!!!

GO GUARD!!!!

[Guardfan3]

Just read and found out the Guard won!!! :D GO GAURD GOING for 4-0 Sat!!!

GO GUARD!!!!
Correction, Mike. The game in Greensboro is FRIDAY night, not sat. But still looking for 4-0!!!

GO GUARD!!!!!!!

[ChampionOfSteel]

Can I assume Fayetteville surrounds some major military base (Army)?

Do you guys have signed Army guys on your roster that are permitted to hold two jobs at the same time -- one as an enlisted officer, and the other as a NIFL player?

Just curious.

[#1 Guard Fan]

We have 2 military bases in Fayetteville Fort Bragg and Pope AFB are both in Fayetteville and I don't know of any players that are in the military and on the team. I know our hockey team had an Air Force Co-Pilot playing on the team for a little while this past season

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Can I assume Fayetteville surrounds some major military base (Army)?

Do you guys have signed Army guys on your roster that are permitted to hold two jobs at the same time -- one as an enlisted officer, and the other as a NIFL player?

Just curious.

Have you not heard of the 82nd Airborne Division?....it is only the top Division in the world.

[GTDREW]

Guys, my group will be there on Friday night to pull for the 4-0 start. Hope to see as many of you there as possible. Greensboro looks as if they picked up a few players and one was a kicker, the last one I think they had was from Methodist, they got rid of him, or so it seems. As far as players being in the Army I am pretty sure none are on active duty. I don't think any of them having served before but I could be wrong. From what I have heard most of the guys have regular jobs and play for the love of the game, because in this league I am sure you are not going to get rich. Let me know where you guys might be sitting but I am sure you will figure out who I am. Gray haired about to retire from the Army National Guard.

GO GUARD LET'S MAKE IT 4-0.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Only 2 more days till we roll into Greensboro and run out 4-0 baby!!!! GO GUARD!!!!!!

[GTDREW]

Guys, Just FYI, I remember you talking awhile back about tickets for the game, but no news. I tried today to email Bobbi at the Guard office and the reply was the mailbox is too full. What if anything have you found out? You might have already answered this but I could have missed the post. Thanks.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

I think individual tickets go on sale this Monday 4/17/06 at 10am.

[#1 Guard Fan]

I better pack the camping gear for that day. I bet they will sell-out fast....lol

[GTDREW]

I think I will wait and get my tickets Sat. afternoon. Have you guys heard, are they still doing a tailgate thing this year? I did enjoy the beer and Pizza last year, and I think they had a DJ once out there. Keep me in the loop for those who live near F'ville, I have to rely on the newspaper online to get any info. Thanks. Drew.

[#1 Guard Fan]

I will be tailgating at all the games I go to. I want be able to make the 22nd game. I will be out of town. I plan on being at all the other games and I will be tailgating for sure

[Mike4FireAntz34]

So at the Tailgate party they have free food and drinks?

[#1 Guard Fan]

I have never know them to have free food. I bring my own grill and cook

[goguard88]

Glad to see we completed our road trip successfully. 4-0 baby! Wow, that sounds awesome. I wish I could've been in Greensboro tonight, but it didn't work out. I'm 99.9% sure I'll be at the Crown for our home opener against Osceola next Saturday, though, so I'm really looking forward to that. I have a feeling this is going to be a very exciting next few months. :)

[jimbo32712]

We have no name...But you guys have no one running your team... Good thing you guys have a good team that people care about...Because the organization doesnt seem to put alot of effort into their end of the operation....You know if you call Osceola Football...People actually answer the phone? And the website is full of info and pictures that are updated constantly? I will be looking foward to hearing about the quality of the production in your arena... I have to say ours...Being in our first year...Has got to be right up there at the top. Because we try really hard, and care, and do things the right way...Looking foward to next weekends rematch... Should be a great team..Hopefully this time we will pull it out!

[jimbo32712]

was good though to see a team that actually looked like a team...had REAL uniforms and road colors... Unlike the first two jokers that came to town to see us. We had to go kinda rescue your team though...Their bus broke down.

As for Osceola having to do buy one get one free ...Well understand this is a new team...In an area that was soured by the NIFL last year with those wonderful Kissimmee Kreatures and CSM... That Piroshki guy isnt a favorite around here...Which made it even funner to kick the crap out of his new team when they came to town. But I felt bad for the players being I knew what they were in for this year. But back to the thing about our attendance... Understand this is a MUCH LARGER area than Fayetteville...Osceola is where Disneyworld is...Near Universal and Sea World, There is NFL in Tampa, MLB in Tampa (sorta),NHL in Tampa, Mnor league hockey in the same arena, AFL in both Orlando and Tampa, NBA in Orlando, UCF, UF, Daytona Intl Speedway...and oh yeah another NIFL team down the road in Lakeland...So there is alot of competition for peoples free time, disposable income, and sports interest....If this organization stays the course and keeps the team here....They will draw well...They do everything right and the team is good...Just need the word to get out and in a few years they would draw well Im sure of it..Im sure it took time for people to identify with the Guard ...People just dont adopt teams overnight usually... I mean I have lived in Florida for 6 years and im still a 49er fan, a SF Giant Fan, and a Golden State Warrior fan...Anyhow..Sorry you all for writing stuff in your thread about a diff team..but it kinda related to your team.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

4-0!!!!! I CANT WAIT FOR NEXT WEEK'S GAME!!!!!! WE ARE GONNA TAKE IT TO Osceola!!!!!

[FayGuard06]

I want to start out by saying THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU to those who wholeheartedly support the team. We've come a long way and we know that we still have quite a bit of work to do. We know that we got off to a rocky start last year and we also know that this year isn't going as smoothly as we anticipated. That being said, the rest of this post goes out to those who like to criticize or who may have ideas or thoughts about the way the team is being run and promoted....call Bobby Jackson, the GM @ 583-0213*. He is more than willing to listen to what you have to say. The only other thing that I can say is that there were serious computer problems in the front office that may have prohibited emails from being received and/or read.....for that, we apologize. It was something that was beyond our control. Also, as I am sure most of you are aware, there was turnover in the front office and unfortunately, this is not just something that you can throw someone into and expect them to hit the ground running........this whole thing is new to alot of people and with a little time, patience and SUPPORT, I'm sure that the operation will run as smoothly and efficiently as we all anticipate.

I know that I have probably just jumped into the fire :), but just wanted you all to know that we are listening to and taking into consideration the things that you have to say.

Thanks again for your continued support and we'll see you on the 22nd at the Crown Coliseum as we continue our winning streak against Osceola!

*consent given by Bobby Jackson

GO GUARD!!!!!!!!!!!

[GTDREW]

Way to Go FG06, Glad to see that someone from the front office is on here and realizes you have support on here. We do tend to be a bit rough at times on here so don't take it personal. Hope you guys get plenty of people to the game this weekend. I can't say more about getting the troops on Bragg the chance to come to a game. Last year I know the bus picked up around 20 or so SC National Guard guys and they enjoyed it from what they told me. I have sent out emails to people I know in the area that like Football. I am not in F'ville but I tell as many people about it as possible. Hope your front office is working every ave. possible we need about 5-10K fans and let those in FLA know that we support our team. Mike4 change to "4-0 looking at 5-0" this week. Later Drew.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Thanks Drew for reminding me! :)

[niflfan]

Sorry to throw a wet blanket on the party here, but someone has to bring a little dose of reality here. Here's the deal, the Guard have essentially played one team with any real talent (Osceola), and probably should have lost that game. Their average starting field position was over mid-field. Do you honestly think Osceola will allow that to happen again? Rest assured, Fayetteville probably has the best running back in the league, and Walter Ford is superb, but after that....? The quarterback is average at best. Rapid City, River City, Lakeland, Osceola, Billings all possess deeper talent.

Reality check, four weeks against three bad opponents don't make a season!

[GTDREW]

To the New NIFLFAN, (Last Post)
In this league anything can happen and it's not over until that last tick of the clock is gone. From your comments you think we have not played anyone yet, but at this stage in the season to win on the road, four games is a big deal to anyone. From what I can remember from your post is that other teams have more depth and talent by their wins and losses, which are few. Look at who they have played, and where they were played at. The teams you mentioned have played at home against teams I would consider subpar too. So don't prop them up until they win close ones on the road. That can sometimes show true character and the will to win. Rapid City has played some no name teams, Oceola is bragging about a forfit over a team who does not have a place to play in as well as wins over teams we have beat, Lakeland won't play anyone until they play us so another team with non value added wins, River City might be a sleeper and I think they are a good team, so get all the facts and then make a decision. You are right by saying four wins doesn't make a season but it sure helps down the road.

[goguard88]

^^^ What he said. Niflfan, how about you wait a few more weeks before you start making assumptions. It's too early in the season for that.

[jimbo32712]

Theres like nothing there! No pictures very little useful info.. The arena does look nice though..They should have more pics of the team and the atmosphere...We havent had big crowds in Osceola but we do have plenty of atmosphere and fun. There are plenty of photos and even a short movie to show it!
www.myspace.com/osceolafootball
www.osceolafootball.com
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLShv6XRunw

[Mike4FireAntz34]

jimbo32712 , how can you judge us on the atmosphere and having fun ...we haven't played a game at home yet this season until this weekend..why don't you come so we can show you what a real atmosphere and having fun is really about.

[FayGuard06]

Jimbo
In response to your website question, it is being worked on and hopefully should be done soon. If you read my previous post, the part where I said "we know that we have alot of work to do", includes getting the website up to par.

Thanks!


Go Guard!!!

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Jimbo
In response to your website question, it is being worked on and hopefully should be done soon. If you read my previous post, the part where I said "we know that we have alot of work to do", includes getting the website up to par.

Thanks!


Go Guard!!!

Don't worry about Jimbo ,Bobby

All of us Guard Fans have faith that you and everyone else working for the team will get everything on track soon!

[goguard88]

Jimbo, it's people like you that make me want to blow out Osceola on Saturday night. You're taking really cheap shots, and it's stupid. Let your team on the field do the talking... if we allow them to, that is.

[outlaw1]

I hear what you are saying GoGuard man, but before you go pointing fingers, have a look on the Osceola thread, and see who is talking more. Your "Guards" fans just can't get enough of the "Football" bit. So, in all fairness, practice what you preach. No one, and I mean no one, will be blowing anyone out. Keep in mind my friend, Osceola left 14 points off the board that night. Going for two four times, an ill timed fumble on the 1 going in, and a missed field goal. It was a great game between two great teams, but it certainly could have gone another direction. So, a little respect please. Games are won and lost on the field. Probably why most of the talkers are in here, talking...not playing.

[FayGuard06]

We're not worried about Jimbo or anyone else really who has negative, unconstructive comments. I just wanted to clear the air and keep you all posted as much as possible. We know that without the fans, we don't have a team, so Thanks to all who are in support!!!!!!!

BTW Mike, this isn't Bobby, but I will make sure to relay the message(s) to him :)........i'll reveal my identity one day......lol



4 more days til' we stomp Osceola!!!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

It is great to see someone that is with the team in here. I had sent B Jackson an email a while back or it might have been one of the other people they had on the site. I was looking for information and updates on the team and to see if they needed help with anything. I am always up for helping out where and when I can. I am sure the team has about everyone needed but if not please let me know back.

[#1 Guard Fan]

I hear what you are saying GoGuard man, but before you go pointing fingers, have a look on the Osceola thread, and see who is talking more. Your "Guards" fans just can't get enough of the "Football" bit. So, in all fairness, practice what you preach. No one, and I mean no one, will be blowing anyone out. Keep in mind my friend, Osceola left 14 points off the board that night. Going for two four times, an ill timed fumble on the 1 going in, and a missed field goal. It was a great game between two great teams, but it certainly could have gone another direction. So, a little respect please. Games are won and lost on the field. Probably why most of the talkers are in here, talking...not playing.

"Football" name. I have posted over there about the name but it was all in good fun. I guess some people take thing s a little to far. I am here to support my team plus the league itself. Without the league none of us would have anything to talk about.

[jimbo32712]

Don't worry about Jimbo ,Bobby

All of us Guard Fans have faith that you and everyone else working for the team will get everything on track soon!

What cheap shots first? All facts...You have nothing on your website...Its a fact... Everything else i said was pertaining to our team, our arena, and our area. The season is 1/3 over...Usually you have the website done before the season starts...I mean especially for a team that is established..You have pics and things from last year you could use...We had pics up on ours before we ever played a game. True what happens on the field is the most important thing and the bottom line...But some of your fans came to our thread and cracked our team, our name or lack there of, our arena, and our fans...So I felt it was my duty to find a few chinks in your armor. Which I have. And after Saturdays game Im sure I will find more. Did you see our site? our myspace page? our movie? our dance teams page? Its great to have 1st class people working on this thing!

[jimbo32712]

Jimbo
In response to your website question, it is being worked on and hopefully should be done soon. If you read my previous post, the part where I said "we know that we have alot of work to do", includes getting the website up to par.

Thanks!

Sorry I only work home games..And we have plenty of atmosphere and fun...Not saying you dont... But we do and the crowds will come.. Our attendance almost doubled for our last game. Plus I cant think of really any reason besides the team to EVER go to Fayetteville. I have made it a rule to pretty much avoid any city that ends in 'Ville'....Heck even in Florida i dont to Gainesville or Jacksonville....And they are alot close and have better reasons to visit...Like UF and the NFL Jaguars..So no thanks..

[Mike4FireAntz34]

We're not worried about Jimbo or anyone else really who has negative, unconstructive comments. I just wanted to clear the air and keep you all posted as much as possible. We know that without the fans, we don't have a team, so Thanks to all who are in support!!!!!!!

BTW Mike, this isn't Bobby, but I will make sure to relay the message(s) to him :)........i'll reveal my identity one day......lol



4 more days til' we stomp Osceola!!!!!!

My bad who ever you are...but thanks for everything you do for the team and us Guard fans are behind you'all!!! :)

[goguard88]

I hear what you are saying GoGuard man, but before you go pointing fingers, have a look on the Osceola thread, and see who is talking more. Your "Guards" fans just can't get enough of the "Football" bit. So, in all fairness, practice what you preach. No one, and I mean no one, will be blowing anyone out. Keep in mind my friend, Osceola left 14 points off the board that night. Going for two four times, an ill timed fumble on the 1 going in, and a missed field goal. It was a great game between two great teams, but it certainly could have gone another direction. So, a little respect please. Games are won and lost on the field. Probably why most of the talkers are in here, talking...not playing.
Dude, hold up. You can't say "practice what you preach" to me, because I haven't taken any cheap shots at Osceola. I have no reason to. If anybody else has, I have no control over that. Also, I didn't say that we were going to blow you out. It's likely going to be a good game. I just said, I hope we blow you out, because of what he said. I'm not disrespecting you guys at all, so don't say that I am.

[outlaw1]

I know geography plays an imortant role, but it's almost a crying shame that these two teams are not in different divisions. Outside of the Guard, our Osceola, the Aces, Billings, and maybe Lakeland(not played a proven team yet), there seems to be very little competition. We should just call this the NIFL Indoor Bowl and crown a winner. Any thoughts?

[#1 Guard Fan]

You are right those teams looks good so far. I am not ready to sell anyother teams out just yet. We had a really bad start last year and still were able to turn things around and make the playoffs. There might be a couple of teams out there that can make a big turn around

[outlaw1]

Good point. Although it looks as though we are going to see holes in the schedules of many teams in the South. WPB is all but desimated. Wonder what will happen, or who will foot the bill for an empty arena on those nights? For their players and opponents sake, I hope they at least travel for the remainder of the year.

[GTDREW]

I agree Outlaw1, they (WPB) should travel and make those games that other teams have scheduled. Not only that, it will build their financial base up for next year. The chances of winning on the road in this league are about 75/25 with only one in four actually making it happen most of the time. They might not have a good record in the long run but at least they have kept their word to the other teams who need those home games to pull in fans and money for their team.

[goguard88]

Not as many points as I thought, but still, a close game as expected. What a finish. We beat Osceola 54-51 in a game that was close the whole way. With under two minutes left, Osceola was down 46-44, but was driving toward the end zone. However, we got a huge interception return for a touchdown that sent the whole place (and me, of course) going nuts, and sealed the deal. What an exciting home opener. I can't wait for May 13, when we get a shot at revenge against Cincinnati, the team that broke our hearts last July in the divisional round of the playoffs.

[GTDREW]

Thought I would start this thread again. Let's talk about what we can do to support the team on here. Figured the Guard vs. O's thread would be a dead issue. Anyhow, I have sent emails out to different people about upcoming games. It's just hard to get them to come from 2 hours away like I do. Need to see if the Business office is going to offer a military night and other specials like they did last year. By the way, the band was a good addition, wish they would let them play longer after a TD, but the announcer needs some work at home games. It's hard to start a DEFENSE chant when he's doing nothing most of the time.

[Guardfan3]

HEHEHE. Yeah, Drew, I agree about the announcer. My biggest problem was his not knowing the difference between a TD and a 2 pt conversion. I think he announced 2-3 TDs that were actually conversions after the TD.

I think they also need to work on the time out and promo games. The pitch a pig had been announced several times that it would be during the 3rd qtr, but it didn't happen until 2 minutes left in the game, completely throwing off the momentum of the game itself. I think that should have happened at halftime, or at the very least, during the break between 3rd and 4th qtrs. They still need to tweak a few other things as well, but overall I couldn't complain. We have football--and WE WON.

As far as promoting, I am going to be going to the office some time this week to discuss a couple of things. Hopefully something will work out.

[goguard88]

Add me to the list of people who aren't happy with the announcer. He seems too plain. Last year's guy was more exciting (i.e. FAYETTEVILLLLLLLLE GUARRRRRRRRRRRRD!!!), but this guy doesn't seem to get too excited.

[Guardfan3]

I actually like the new guy's voice better than the one last year. The announcer last year started to get on my nerves. I just think this guy needs to learn to pay attention a little more. Aside from the 2 pt conv vs TD, he also announced the wrong player a few times after the play. It bothers me when he announces one player on the reception but another one actually caught the ball. How Withy-Allen managed to catch the ball after he was the one that threw it.....WOW, I know the kid's good, but still, that's pretty impressive.;)

[#1 Guard Fan]

you would kinda think that the same people would work for all the local teams. I guess everyone wants to do their own thing when it comes to the on field stuff.

[GTDREW]

GF3, let us know how the meeting turns out. On another note, the website still needs work. More info would be better than nothing, I seem to remember one of you asking if you could help, offer that again if possible. By the way, anyone going down for the Sandsharks game? I am working the logistics out now for me and my family. Later Drew.

[Mike4FireAntz34]

This week's game is going to really test our guys...the team we play is 5-0 just like us...this can tell us if we really have a great team....but even if the Guard lose I will still support them!!

GO GUARD!!!!!

[goguard88]

Yes sir, another matchup against a top NIFL team. Wish I could be there; this one looks like it's going to be a dandy, as well.

[GTDREW]

I agree, on paper the ThunderBolts look tough. I think with a bit of determination we will prevail. I will support the team win or lose. It's hard to go undefeated but possible. All I can say is GO GUARD, make us proud and give it to LAKELAND. 5-0 looking at 6-0. Later Drew.

[ronaldoswalt]

my prediction guard by 10

[goguard88]

Since we're making picks... Guard win again, 53-47.

[Guardfan3]

Congratulations!!!! Guard produced 2 players of the week for week 7. Defensive POW, Al Wilson; and Special Teams POW Walter Ford. Way to go guys!! Also to Albert Higgs of the Rapid City Flying Aces for Offensive POW.

This is Ford's 2nd time as POW.

6-0 after this weekend. GO GUARD!!!!!!!

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Guard win 60-57

[RobsInTheNoseBleeds]

Hey guys the Guard website may not have much info but at least the Guard ownership pays their bills. With all these other teams in trouble so early in the season the Guard may win it all due to there are no teams to play. I sure hope that all the teams we play will make it all season so we get a full home game season. Team owners that don't pay up just hurt everybody all around. Its just sad that the NIFL cant get it together and make sure that ownership can pay all their bills for a full season.

So Go Guard and the Guard ownership for paying their bills and making sure that the Indoor football fans that pull for the Guard and the fans of teams that play the Guard get to see the games they they were promised when the schedule came out.

[Guardfan3]

I heard a rumor that the Phantoms were going to be playing all the scheduled road games and might also be playing against teams that they were supposed to host if the other team would be able to host them instead. Has anyone heard if we might be able to host the game that was supposed to be in WPB? If so, we will be playing the same team 2 weeks in a row, both at home. That is a bonus game for us, if the arena is available, and the Guard is willing to put out the money it would cost to rent and host the game.

Please remember this is a RUMOR, and I have not heard any confirmation of it, I am just asking if anyone else has any information on it.

[FayGuard06]

Mike,
Sorry that I haven't gotten back in touch with you. We are in the process of printing up fliers for the next game. If you are able to distribute them, that would be great! Just call the office 482-4328 and ask for Katina. I will set up a time for you to come pick them up or figure out some way to get them to you.

As far as the announcer goes, we had to work with what we had and all things being equal, the person who we had for the first game did an "ok" job. :) HOWEVER........we will have a new more seasoned announcer from here on out.....many of you will probably recognize him!

Once again, thanks for your support!!!!!


GO GUARD, LETS' MAKE IT 6-0

[#1 Guard Fan]

Could it be Skip?????
Sure would be nice to see him back around with the football team. He was so good with that other team we had.
I would also like to pass out some flyers around Pope AFB if you get any printed up. I have been talking the team up at work and should have some new comers out to the next home game. I am a firm believer if you can get them out to just one game they will be hooked. Please let me know back about the flyers and anyother help the team may need.

[FayGuard06]

#1 Guard,

It's not skip...lol. Thanks for the offer on passing out flyers, that would be great! Just let me know when would be a good time for you to come down to the office and we can set something up.

Also, to everyone else, the game on the 13th is Military Appreciation Night. We are offering $10/ticket with your military I.D. and you can sit anywhere in the house! The only stipulation is that the ticket MUST be purchased here at the office before 12 noon on the 12th!

Thanks again and I look forward to hearing from you!!


GO GUARD, LETS MAKE IT 6-0

[#1 Guard Fan]

When can the military ticket be gotten? Is it just the one day or anytime before that day?

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Hey #GF This past Sunday I decided to Join the Air Force when I grauate from South View next year!!! I'm going to my brother-n-law's house on Base tommorow to go get information about the AF!

I am deciding on either doing something in the Computer Systems field either Software or Hardware areas!

[#1 Guard Fan]

Great for you. Hope you like what you choice to do and serve the country good. I know I have really enjoyed my time serving.

[FayGuard06]

#1GF......the ticket can be purchased in our office anyday between now and 12 noon on the 12th.



GO GUARD, BEAT LAKELAND!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

Looks like the Guard took a beating tonight. Man I was really hoping to come back home being 7-0 oh well keep playing hard.

[goguard88]

Ouch. It's a bummer we lost, but at least it was to a fellow unbeaten team. It would've been worse if we had lost a game we should've won. Hopefully we'll rebound in the coming weeks. We have a pretty easy schedule the rest of the way, as all of the teams left on the schedule are currently at or under .500.

[Guardfan3]

I agree GoGuard. One of the teams had to go down. Unfortunately it was us this time. But they will get it back together, and next week is possibly the last road game, then we finish out at home (except maybe the WPB game). Can't ask for more.

I noticed Mitch didn't play. FayGuard, can you offer insight? Is he still hurting from last week? Hope he gets better soon and is back out there next week.

Also, who is #42 B. Tracy? Did we sign an actual kicker?

Drew, you asked me to let you know about my visit to the office. Representatives form the team will be at Books-A-Million on Tuesday, May 9 (right before the next home game--greats time to get the word out), for a Teacher Appreciation event that they are having there. It is from 5:30-7:30. All teachers--of any kind, homeschool, scouts, Sunday school, whatever--will receive 20% off total purchase and can register for door prizes. The Guard have been generous enough to donate one of the door prizes, along with the FireAntz, I think the Swampdogs, and I don't know who else so far, but it should be a pretty busy night. Please spread the word to any teachers you know.

LETS GO GUARD!!!!

[FayGuard06]

Guard Fan3,

Yeah we did sign an "actual" kicker.....lol, his name is Brian Tracy, he has alot of experience and I believe he is formally of the Rome Renegades.

[#1 Guard Fan]

Funny the first week we have a kicker we lose. Not that he had anything at all to do with it really. Just a funny point. Is it the 13th yet. I so can't wait for the next home game. Hey are you guys doing anything like pre-game. I am trying to get the word out about the $10 tickets. Are there any board seats left for the game?

[Guardfan3]

My question about the kicker is that at the beginning of the season, Siani said he didn't want to waste a roster spot on a kicker, but now we have one. Whose spot did he take? (Just please tell me you spelled his name right on his jersey--lol.)

I don't actually mind having a kicker. It worked pretty well not having one in the first few games but teams start to catch on to things like that. Kinda like Wilmont Perry. I really like him and like our chances when he's our there, but other teams know that we are going to go with him and they will key on him too much. We need to spread the ball around more.

[GTDREW]

Hey guys, tough loss last week, I got updates from my wife as I was in VA. Anyhow, Thanks for the updates on happenings around F'ville. I plan on getting tickets with my ID this Friday. I also plan on going to Charleston and from what I have heard it will be the last away game. The WPB team will have to play in F'ville back to back weeks or so it seems. So plan on the possibility of an additional home game.

[GTDREW]

On another subject, the kicker is from Rome's team of last year. He is about 45% on his FG's and around 75% on PAT's. It was his leg that beat us in Rome last year. He scored I think 7-7 FG's in that game, and he was the deciding factor in it. Hope he come's around and can produce for us like he did for them. When I saw him he was all but perfect so maybe he can still kick it from 45 and less. On the Perry note from earlier, you are right we need to spread it around more and use him once they (the enemy, whomever they are) think we can't. A bit of deception would not hurt us. Maybe even a play or two with him as a WR and some else in at RB. Looks as if we might have done that this past week but I can't tell from the stats. Later Drew.

[GTDREW]

One last thing, I went back and looked at the 05-08-2005 stats from the Rome game, Brian Tracey went 7-12 on FG's in a game we lost in OT 60-57 at Rome. He kicked the FG in OT to win it. Longest FG in the game was 48 yards but he was still good back then. Let's see who he replaced and if he can still kick. Drew.

[Guardfan3]

Hey guys, tough loss last week, I got updates from my wife as I was in VA. Anyhow, Thanks for the updates on happenings around F'ville. I plan on getting tickets with my ID this Friday. I also plan on going to Charleston and from what I have heard it will be the last away game. The WPB team will have to play in F'ville back to back weeks or so it seems. So plan on the possibility of an additional home game.
Have you heard if they are going to do this for sure? I would love to have an extra game, but is the Guard willing--or, for that matter, able (don't know about the availability)--to host the game? If so, they need to get the word out pretty quickly so that we can get more people there. Looking forward to the game on the 13th. They need to get word out, period, about the team to get people to the games already scheduled, they will need to work even harder to get people to an unscheduled game.

[goguard88]

I'm pretty sure we'll be willing to host it. Last year, we were to play at Miami in the regular-season finale. But like Palm Beach, they had arena issues, so they came up here and played at the Crown (we beat them 62-2, fun game... but curse that safety!). Our friend here from the front office can probably give us more information on that, but I'm pretty sure we'd be able to host it. It'd be weird playing the same team in the same building twice in a row, but hey, seven straight Saturdays of Guard football at the Crown ain't too shabby. :D

[Guardfan3]

CONGRATULATIONS once again to Walter Ford!!! For the second week in a row, and the third time overall, after only 6 games played, Walter Ford has been selected the Special Teams Player of the Week. His stats are only based on 5 games played because stats for the game against Florida werenever submitted. So he has been awarded the POW 3 out of 5 weeks for which the league has stats. Way to go Walter!! Keep up the great work.

[GTDREW]

Ford is a great player, teams are trying not to kick it to him. It only takes a small seam and he's gone. I have seen him run a few back. Way to go Walter Ford and keep it coming.

[goguard88]

I was feeling productive tonight, so I decided to clean our page on Wikipedia up a bit. I added a season-by-season section which doesn't look like much, but took me quite a while to do. If you guys want to add anything significant to the page (anyone can edit it), go right ahead. Just be sure you know what you're doing first, because editing in Wikipedia can be difficult sometimes. Below is the link:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fayetteville_Guard

[#1 Guard Fan]

Anyone got a score update tonight?? I am sure the game is over by now

[goguard88]

Guard win, 62-44. Just saw the article on the Observer's web site. :)

[Mike4FireAntz34]

Great win by the Guard now 6-1 heading into next weekend!!!!

GO GUARD!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

Looks and sounds like they could not stop Perry. I guess the monster was just o much for them being they had such a short week. Way to take care of business GUARD now fans lets pack the house when they come back home.

[GTDREW]

Guys you missed a great game last night. All together I would say there were about 15 or so Guard fans there. I liked the venue, but the officials sucked and the fake crowd noise over the PA was terrible. The fans there were pretty good, but as usual a few talked trash, but then again so did I. We need to fill the stands next week. I stopped by and bought tickets at the office today, and picked up a few fliers. It's hard to get a bunch of people my way to come due to the distance, but I am going to try and get over to both Lejeune and of course I work at MCAS Cherry Point. Can't wait for the next game. GO GUARD!!!!

[Guardfan3]

Hey Drew, Since you were there, maybe you can answer a question for me. I can't get the box score on the NIFL site and can't find the game summary anywhere else. Did Mitch play in Charleston? He got hurt at the home game and then didn't play last weekend either. Just wondering if it is still bothering him or if hes better. Thanks.

Lets get a big crowd for the game Saturday night. Lets welcome the boys back home in style.

GO GUARD!!!!!

[GTDREW]

GF3, The stats were controlled by Charleston, not sure why they are not on the site but I was told the home team is reasponsible for the reporting issue. Anyhow, Mitch did not play, I talked with him and he is still working on the Hamstring injury. I told him we were a better team with him in there. He makes us have another threat on offense and relives the burden from Wilmont and Walter. He also makes them cover us different allowing him or JJ to get open. He said if all goes well with this long break he will play in the back at the Crown next week. One other thing to mention, our kicker still needs work. Not sure how much practice he's doing but if we are going to use his spot for someone else then his kicks should be automatic. I feel that from what I have seen his days are numbered unless he shows remarkable improvement. 40 yard FG should give us points every time, and an XP should be the same. Just my opinion. Later Drew.

[Guardfan3]

Thanks Drew. We are a better team with Mitch out there, but I have been worried about him since he came off the field against Osceola. Not having had a home game, I haven't had a chance to see how he's doing, but I am glad he's getting better. It will be good to see him back out there.

As for the kicker, I agree that he should be making more than he is. I saw the numbers from the Lakeland game, and since we decided to bring in a kicker, he should have better stats than that. Hopefully, he is getting in a lot of practice this week and will be much improved when they boys come home.

Just a reminder, representatives from the Guard will be at Books-A-Million on Tuesday for their Teacher Appreciation event from 5:30-7:30. All teachers with ID will be elegible to register for door prizes--Guard and FireAntz contributed--and will also receive 20% off purchases.

[#1 Guard Fan]

I wish the website would be updated better than what it is being. I mean come on the Swampdogs have not even begin to play and they are keeping their website current. We are half way thru the season and it looks bad. The fans and future fans need something to keep them current on the team. We have to build a bigger true fan base just like the Fireantz have done. I think this level of arena football can make it here in Fayetteville just needs a little work thats all. I want to also want to say thanks for the work the front office has done so far

[#1 Guard Fan]

Ok just got my tickets for Sat night's game. I sat down and had a few words with Bobby Jackson(Guard GM) while I was down there. First thing great man very friendly and open about anything, anyone cares to know about. He gave me so really good facts about the whole WPB team. The owner is very well off when it comes to money and the arena is the reason they have no home to to play in this year. The owner was told to pack things up until next year and he said no way would he let his name be mud for doing that. He is playing out BIG $$$$ to keep the team playing this year. So that shows you what kinda owner they really have down there in WBP. Now back to our Guard We will be having the May 27th game here in Fayetteville now due to the WBP issuse. 7 Straight home games Come on people how sweet is that going to be to have our team here for that many home games in a row and then rolling right into the playoffs. We have got to get the word out and pack the house. There maybe some new military ticket prices out there soon so if you know anyone military get the word to them too. We have something good on our hands here people lets do what it takes to keep them around for years to come. Until next time................GO GUARD

[Mike4FireAntz34]

We'll I don't think I'm gonna be able to make it this week....I might just have to go to one game in June... GO GUARD!!!!!!!

[Guardfan3]

Just saw on the league website that players of the week have been posted. Unfortunately, Walter Ford was not selected this week. However, Wilmont Perry was named the Offensive Player of the Week. Congratulations Wilmont!!! Keep up the great work.

[#1 Guard Fan]

Another player of the week for the Guard way to go. Keep up the good work. I wonder if the palyer gets a bonus or anything for being selected player of the week

[FayGuard06]

We need your help! We spent nearly 10K this week in advertisement (radio, other media outlets, distributing fliers etc.) What can we do to get more fans in the stands? We had only 2097 people in the stands this past friday and a large number of no-shows. We have a championship team but not a championship fan base. We have GOT to pack that coliseum!! I know many of you want to help so please do. Call me on my cell at 910-583-0213 or call Katina at 910-482-4328 with any ideas etc.

Thanks so much for supporting us.

Bobby Jackson
General Manager

[goguard88]

It's frustrating. Me and my mom are telling quite a few people about it, so we're trying. I just don't understand why people don't care about a team this awesome. People have got a chance to watch one of their teams win a championship! How is that not exciting? And even for the people who could care less how well Fayetteville's teams do, coming out to a Guard game is still a Saturday night well spent. You can't walk out of there after a game saying you didn't have fun. Every time I've brought someone to a game, they've loved it. It's just sad more people don't come. All I can think of is that the novelty of indoor football has worn out here. The Wildcats got 5,000-6,000 people per game in their first season, which was probably because Fayetteville had never seen indoor football before, and was curious to try it out. After that first season, though, people stopped coming, and an indoor football game here has never really had a big crowd since. That's the only logical reason I can think of, because other than that, there's no reason why people shouldn't want to come to Guard games. At least you guys in the front office are trying. The Wildcats totally shafted us (funny to note, since they left Fayetteville, their team has been awful), but you guys really want to make it work here in Fayetteville, and that's awesome. Hopefully things will get better in the stands, because on the field, things are going pretty well. :)

[GTDREW]

I hope for the team is gets better. I brought as many as my crew cab would hold but we might try to drive two vehicles in the future as we have several wanting to come now. I passed out about 30-40 handouts about the game to friends of mine but most would have to travel anywhere from 1.5 to 2 plus hours like we do to see them play. I am a firm believer that once you go you will come back. Last weekend also had Mother's day on Sunday and some guys might have been out of town to visit. This week as a matter of fact is payday for military and civil service so everyone should have money. I used my ID to get tickets and like the idea of the $13 tickets now available to the guys in uniform. I am not sure of the rotation schedule at Bragg but the troops could be in the field or leaving Bragg at any time so that can play a factor.

[GTDREW]

FayGuard06, I am not sure how hard and heavy you guys have been on Bragg or if you have been to the right places. Anyhow, here is a list of suggestions on Bragg:
1. Get in touch with the B.O.S.S. program for single soldiers.
2. Get tickets and advertisement over to Tickets and Tours, 396-8747/8687.
3. Put flyers/posters to both bowling centers.
4. Put flyers/posters out at all PT centers, there are 12 located on Bragg.
5. BlackJack Rec. Center has some business and a Cyber cafe, flyers again.
6. Do appearances at Sports USA club and Willies Sports bar at the O-club.
7. This week send people to the Ft. Bragg Fair that runs until the 21st.
8. Get in good with ACS (Army Community Services), they have all the know.

Last here's a link to try for numbers http://www.fortbraggmwr.com/index.html

Hope this helps, and also you might try to get people over to the mall.
GTDREW

[goguard88]

I used my ID to get tickets and like the idea of the $13 tickets now available to the guys in uniform.
I think that's one thing that should be permanent. This is the military's team, and a ticket price that cheap would get more of them out to the Crown, I'd imagine. The fact that it was Mother's Day weekend may have been the reason why there weren't as many people at the game Saturday night, but I bet if the $13 ticket thing was done again this Saturday, I bet it might work. It's worth another try.

[#1 Guard Fan]

I do believe Bobby Jackson told me the $13 tickets are here to stay. It will be $13 for military anywhere in the house. I am sure if I am wrong on this I will be corrected by someone in the front office. I will be heading down tomorrow to get my "In your face" tickets for this weekends game. Hopefully the Canes game want hurt us to bad this weekend. Hopefully the ticket plan for next year will work out and that should really help bring people in

[goguard88]

Good to hear. I don't think the Hurricanes game will play a factor, considering it's in the afternoon (2PM).

[GTDREW]

Go Guard 88, you are right the Canes should not factor into attendance for the game with a start time of 7PM for us. I hope more come out this week because WPB is looking to be a spoiler for now. A target is on the Guard's back and everyone will be shooting hard to knock them down. " One game at a time" as the old saying goes.

[Guardfan3]

Its official. Players of the Week were announced today, and as expected, Walter Ford is Special Teams POW. Of course the release on the league website is wrong. It says that this is his 3rd time with the award. It is his 4th.

Congratulations and keep up the great work Walter!!!!

GO GUARD!!!!!

[#1 Guard Fan]

I mean this guy lites up the field when he gets back to return a kick off. I am looking for another great show this weekend. Just got my tickets. Right by the Guard bench this week. I am so looking for a football this weekend...lol

[goguard88]

Heck... I've been looking for a football for 3 years. I've sat in the front row every single time. Still emptyhanded. :(

[GTDREW]

88, I hate to say this but I never gotten one at the Crown but I have two this year I got in the stands at Greensboro and Charleston games. Just lucky I guess. I had most of the players sign one of them last week. I am missing about 4-6 names so maybe I can get them this week.

[GTDREW]

On another topic, it sure would be great if all the teams would submit the STATS for the games. Wilmont and others have been short changed by certain teams. Charleston never submitted the stats for our game with them and I think the other game we are missing is the Florida one. But then again most people other than maybe myself rarely look at them but I am sure they factor into other awards for the players. Wish people would just do their job.

[ronaldoswalt]

katy always has stats but not when we were at messed up arkansas -- i listened to the web feed just to write a story for local paper

[Guardfan3]

On another topic, it sure would be great if all the teams would submit the STATS for the games. Wilmont and others have been short changed by certain teams. Charleston never submitted the stats for our game with them and I think the other game we are missing is the Florida one. But then again most people other than maybe myself rarely look at them but I am sure they factor into other awards for the players. Wish people would just do their job.
Actually, Wilmont's POW was for the Charleston game. I know the stats aren't on the league site, but they had to have access to them somehow. I do agree that some of our players may have missed out because of the Florida game, but they had the info they needed for the Charleston game. I personally think that the team should be fined if they do not turn in stats in a timely manner. Didn't they do that last year a lot because of game tapes not being sent in properly? Make it apply to stats as well.

As for getting a ball at the game, I usually sit right behind the bench and I have not gotten a ball. They usually label them and hold them for the player until after the game. I am hoping to get a ball some time this year, but I don't know if its going to happen. #1 GF, I hope to meet you Sat night. I will be wearing my #80 Galloway jersey from last year.

[GTDREW]

Not sure where we will be sitting this week, but I like section 118. I have seen games from the corner before and you get to see the holes made for runs and have a chance to catch a ball. No matter I will be there pulling for the Guard. By the way did you guys read what Herb said on the WPB thread about players checks and transportation. He/she must be full of it at least I hope so. Don't want that team to not show up because of distance or maybe it's courage could be the problem. Either way, GO GUARD!!!!

[kristin411]

From what I have heard/been told Palm Beach will be bussing it to Fayetteville (not sure if they will be leaving tonight or tomorrow night but they will be there well before 7 PM Saturday night). Nobody is making anyone drive themselves. I dont know where the story about players "having" to drive themselves to Osceola even came from,, I know a couple of them did drive there but from what I understand it was their own choice, some rode together,, that they decided to do so since it isn't very far and so they could go out after the game or whatever. I know one (my boyfriend) has family and friends there that he wanted to stay and spend a little time with after the game and the next day. I'll have to find out what happened with the checks bouncing,, that may be true. I am pretty sure no one has walked out or quit the team though so it might have already been taken care of. Hoping for a good game Saturday (and the week after) in Fayetteville. My loyalty is with Palm Beach but the Guard is certainly due thier props (means respect for those of you who don't "speak jive"). I will leave all the trash talking bs to those of you who do it so well!

[#1 Guard Fan]

I got me some section 104 row AA seats this week. Right next to the bench for the Guard. I am going to get a football one way or the other......lol

[GTDREW]

kristin411, did not mean to make it personal with you just wanted the straight talk fom someone. Glad to see you post on our site, hope to see you at the game. Oh, and thanks for "props" too.

#1 , I hope you get a ball this week, and get some palyers to sign. Good Luck and as always GO GUARD!!!!

[kristin411]

GTDREW: I didn't take anything you said "personal" but thanks for at least checking. Things certainly can get mis-interpreted online. Hope I didn't offend anyone either.
Just so you know though,,the Phantoms are on the bus and on the way,,they will be there tonight (if they aren't already). Hopefully I can get up there for the game and hopefully it is, if nothing else an exciting one,,win or lose. You never know they could surprise everyone... A girl can only hope,,, ;)

[daddydaryl]

are there any specials for tix for tonight's game??

[GTDREW]

K411, that would be great if you could come. DD I heard that the military ID tickets are still $13 but I am not sure. I have not bought mine yet but last week it was sit where you want with those tickets. Hope to see you all there today. Drew.

[GTDREW]

One last thing for DD, glad to see you on here again. I am not for sure but I remember you being on one of the boards before. Not sure if it was "POST PATTERNS" or D3 football? Getting old I guess. Later Drew.

[goguard88]

Heck, I remember Daryl from the ArenaFan days. Good times. :cool:

[#1 Guard Fan]

Daryl as in Dallas Cowgirl Daryl????????? Mr Milk Jug Daryl?????

[daddydaryl]

Uh, no.... Cowgirl was an insult to us fans, but at least he did show up at the games....

[goguard88]

Goodness... I hope all these blowouts don't mess up our preparation for the playoffs. It's going to be like this the rest of the regular season, most likely. We crushed Palm Beach in the first game of our doubleheader against them, 59-20. Lakeland lost tonight (thank you RiverCity!), so we're currently tied with them for the top spot in the Atlantic. They win the tiebreaker, though, since they beat us a few weeks ago. About the Phantoms' traveling plans... I asked one of their players what they were going to do, and he said they were going to stay in Fayetteville. So they'll get to enjoy life farther north for a week. And finally, #1 Guard Fan, good to meet you. I saw you getting into it during the game, so I'd say you definitely live up to your screen name. :)

[herb1]

So did the player tell you how they got to the game and were they going to stay all week ? What about the regular jobs for these guys? Maybe the owner bought a Hotel. The house of cards is getting ready to go down here big time and in the Cajun State .:cool:

[goguard88]

It was right before a kickoff, so that's all I had the time to ask him. I'm sure they'll be in a low-cost hotel, though.

[kristin411]

20-59,,,that really hurt!! I think I may need a Doctor! Oh well,,thats just how it goes I guess...you all will have to excuse me now while I go into mourning,,, (LOL,,just kidding,,I'll be ok)
Congrats Guard! See,, I'm a good sport so no rubbing it (this loss) in guys!

[Guardfan3]

I was wondering the same thing. I can't imagine that it is cheaper for the team to stay here than it is for them to go back and drive up again next weekend. And about their other jobs, too.

Anyway, way to go boys!!!!! Lets do it again next week. I want to thank the players (since I found out that some of you read on here) that asked and made sure that I got a ball. I told Mitch that even though it was a practice ball, it would hold me over until I get a gamer. Now, who do I need to speak to about getting Galloway back on the field? His fans want to see him back out there, if only so that we can wish him a proper farewell.

[kristin411]

I haven't heard anything about them staying up there... The owners family is from there I think so he might but I thought their plan was to drive (bus) back to West Palm tomorrow.. Plans may have changed though. I know the bus cost about $800 and they sent some of their stuff (equipment) up separately,,not sure what that expense is..

[Guardfan3]

20-59,,,that really hurt!! I think I may need a Doctor! Oh well,,thats just how it goes I guess...you all will have to excuse me now while I go into mourning,,, (LOL,,just kidding,,I'll be ok)
Congrats Guard! See,, I'm a good sport so no rubbing it (this loss) in guys!
Kristin, glad to know you're going to be okay. Thanks for being such a good sport about it. Just think, now you are prepared for what is going to happen next week, since the results will be the same. :p

[kristin411]

I said no rubbing it in!!
(I know,,you can't help it)

[sportsmgrjay]

Need to get in touch with Phantoms management or owner. Plz help us out

[#1 Guard Fan]

I guess I am stupid. I sat in section 103 all night last night. I was wondering why my tickets were not right by the players. Oh well great game and the WPB players put up a good fight in the first half. I wish we had some big linemen like they have. We have a good line I am not saying that but those boys were BIG BOYS

[goguard88]

...so that wasn't you in section 104, row AA, seats 1-2? Hahaha, oh wow, I'm embarrassed. I actually introduced myself to the guy I thought was you, and he seemed a bit confused, but he kind of went along with it anyway, haha. Oh man, that's hilarious. Anyway, what seats were you sitting in, then? I was in section 102, row AA, in the seat closest to the aisle, so I was practically right next to you.

[GTDREW]

Guys, I heard the same rumor that the WPB team was staying in Fayetteville for the week. Didn't make much since to me unless someone has plenty of money. I heard they were going to stay in the hotel our guys used during camp, so they might be getting a good deal.

[Guardfan3]

GoGuard, don't feel bad, I did the same thing. Those 2 must have been really confused.

#1 GF, let us know where you will be next week and I will try again to meet you. GoGuard, I will most likely be behind the Guard bench again. Please come by and say hi.

[#1 Guard Fan]

ok I saw whoever had the #80 jersey on but was never able to get over and say hello. I think you and your hubby were sitting right behind the bench. I want be there this weekend but I will be back to the rest of the games before heading back to sandland

[Guardfan3]

Yes, that was me behind the bench in the #80, but not my husband. I am not married. That was just another Guard fan that happened to sit in the same row. The only game I will miss (hopefully) will be the one Father's Day weekend. Hope to meet you at one of the other games before you leave.

[goguard88]

Alright, now that I know what you'll be wearing, I'll have to look for you, Guardfan3. #1 Guard Fan, let us know what seat you'll be in next Saturday when you get your tickets, so we can look for you (and not get the wrong person this time, haha).

[finatic]

whats up guard fans? you guys are having a great season. i'm excited to have football back in chucktown and get to re-new the charleston/fayetteville rivalry. your players really enjoyed the trash talking from me in charleston....i will trash talk the whole game and they were good sports even some of your fans that came down...wilmont perry is still a big threat...i tried to get in his head, but only pissed him off...he scored like 4 td's. mitchell galloway, if you read this thanks for the 5 tickets...i will call you soon!!! so, whats the attendance like at the crown coliseum for the guard? back with the other team the wildcats, the place was nearly a sell-out all games....the guard is good this year...but there is sharks on the loose and we are getting hungry for the division......you've been sharked!!!!

[goguard88]

Charleston winning the division? Ha! Be realistic, buddy. Playoffs, maybe, but a division title? No.

And by the way, the Crown was never near a sell-out during Wildcats games. The closest they ever came was 7,000 people in their inaugural season. In 2003, they filled up half the place practically every game, but then in 2004, it really started to tank. In that season, only one game brought 5,000+. The Guard has never had 5,000, which is really sad. Hopefully we'll get more people in the playoffs. I think if we hosted the Indoor Bowl, we could hit the 5,000 mark. Maybe we'll get to find out. :)

[GTDREW]

Finatic, were you one of the guys in the fuzzy hats? I was one of the fans in the standsand if it was you then we shook afterwards and spoke like true fans we are. If it was not you then say hey to the guys in that section. We enjoyed beating you guys the first time and I'm sure we'll enjoy it again. By the way, remember even sandsharks get washed up on shore, no sense of direction it appears. Good luck on your season though and feel comfortable with a second place behind us. Beat everyone else on your schedule so at least Charleston can host one playoff game. Later Drew

[FOOTBALL HEAD]

Hey Guys,

Im New To This Board And New To Fayetteville. I Went To A Guard Game For The First Time On Sat. Had The Best Time, Loved The Tailgateing The Pregame And All Those Milk Jugs, That Was A Trip. What Can I Or We Do To Get More People In The Stands To Support This Team. Could U Imagine If There Was 5 To 6 Thousand People In There, The Atmosphere Would Be Unbeliveable. Someone Tell Me What I Can Do To Help??????????

[#1 Guard Fan]

Football Head thats the million dollar question around here. All of the local teams that play out at the Crown can never get great crowds to support them. I think the best I have seen lately is the Fireantz Hockey which had about 3500 on aver. I have never understood this town. No offesne to anyone but I think alot of the people here rather drink their money and put the rest in some girls panties. Not saying that can't be fun but the local teams we have here are great and many of towns would die for what we have here. I want be able to make it out to this weekends game but I will be back and tailgating for the next 3 games hopefully.

[goguard88]

I think alot of the people here rather drink their money and put the rest in some girls panties.
Yeah, my mom said that's likely why most of the military crowd isn't coming. If they must do that stuff, why not do it on Friday night, and come watch some good, hard-hitting football on Saturday night?

[#1 Guard Fan]

I think I saw you 88 at the game I saw you at the game with your mom and Richard King was over talking to you and her. Yeah I was stuck next to some drunk jerk offs that should not have even been down there in the seats. I agree about doing it Friday night or some other night but thats just the way it is. All of us military guys are not stuck in the bars like that some of us know something good when we see it

[#1 Guard Fan]

Noise that has to be you in the Cowgirl shirt. The ABP owner was from Fayetteville. I think they played a good game being under the conditions they were. No head coach and no starting QB. Come on they had us on the ropes in the 1st quarter

[#1 Guard Fan]

Yeah I think this is a year that we have a chance to bring Fayetteville that long awaited Championship. I think the noise level and talking to the players to get to them over time. I was kinda sad not to see all the milk jugs back out like the week before. People just need to learn not to shake them when we are on off.

[#1 Guard Fan]

Ok thats why there were no jogs around us this week. We got the seats over by the Guard bench. I am always willing to help I just want be in town this weekend. I told Bobby Jackson that I would help with anything until I leave for sandland.

[#1 Guard Fan]

Yeah I am trying to get more people to come out each week. Now that I can tailgate again I think the crowd I bring will get bigger

[goguard88]

I think I saw you 88 at the game I saw you at the game with your mom and Richard King was over talking to you and her.

You are correct. Was that you directly next to me in section 103 by the aisle?

[#1 Guard Fan]

Yeah thats was me with the wife and little kid

[GTDREW]

#1 you will be missed this weekend but the rest of will be pulling for the Guard. By the way, I heard rumors that the word is not being passed out on Post, is that true? I made a list the other week for places I would go to promote the team. I know one area that is probably untouched is the old Division area where mobilizations occur. I was out there last year when I went on active duty, but can't remember the Female SGM's name that was in charge of the Support BN for the area. Hopefully she is gone as she was a real bad A$$, about morale. Most of those guys are Reserve and Guard members with no transportation, maybe someone can get by there too.

[FayGuard06]

GTDREW......just wanted to let you know that the word is out on post and should spread quite rapidly. I've been working very closely over the past two weeks with MWR and Col. Aycock :p . They are going to do every thing they can to help us out!!

Thanks guys for all of your support! See ya on Saturday!

[RobsInTheNoseBleeds]

Hey Guard fans checkout www.drunkguystailgateinc.com (http://www.drunkguystailgateinc.com) for Guard pics.

Oh! and by the way Drunk Guys Tailgate Inc. we were ringing cowbells last year so Guard Noize don't take credit for cowbells we did it first at the Crown!

[goguard88]

Yeah thats was me with the wife and little kid
Oh man, that's a bummer. I was right beside you, and had no idea it was you, haha. Oh well, the next game you can make it to, post what seats you've got, and me and others can say hey. :)

[#1 Guard Fan]

GTDREW......just wanted to let you know that the word is out on post and should spread quite rapidly. I've been working very closely over the past two weeks with MWR and Col. Aycock :p . They are going to do every thing they can to help us out!!

Thanks guys for all of your support! See ya on Saturday!

Please don't be like everyone else and forget about Pope AFB. I get the feeling that a lot of people only think about Bragg when it comes to thongs like this. I know quite a few people from Pope that are really big supports(me being one of them) I have noticed the Guard in the Pope Base paper the last two weeks. I have passed out the flyers that I got two weeks back but need to get something more up to date to pass out

[GTDREW]

I didn't forget about the airmen out there, but I guess I should have said both of the bases. When I say that most think of my way, Navy/Marines call it a base and so does the AF but Army guys all call it a Post. Where I work a lot of people call it the station, due to MCAS is a Marine Corps Air Station. Anyhow, at least the word is out on the military bases. I too have been spreading the word thru what we call MCCS (MWR) onboard both MCAS Cherry Point and Camp Lejeune. Hope to see plenty of those guys come. I know it will be hard for some but make welcome the Marines that do make the trip. Most did not know about the team at all. Drew.

[#1 Guard Fan]

Ok boys put your pee pees back in your pants. We are all on the same team and need to do whatever it takes to pack the house. Reading on here sounds like we might not have a game this weekend. I called the front office and they said there was still a game but it sounded a little shakey to me

[#1 Guard Fan]

I agree one team one fight and lets be happy we do have a team. Come on boys and girls let me hear it GO GUArrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrd

[50AndN]

if there is a game this week, i hope the phantoms make it more entertaining than the 59-20 drubbing they took last week. it's got to be tough when the lone standout for a team is the kicker. any who, hope to see a nice crowd at the game. *crossing my fingers*

[GTDREW]

#1, what and where have you been reading? From what I have been hearing there are plenty of people out saying we have a game.

[GTDREW]

Guys got good news late today from MCCS(MWR) on base that it appears the word is out now and that some 400+ Marines and family might be coming from my way. It's to be seen, so if they do show up make them welcome as I know I will. SEMPER FI.