Hills Headed to the Canadian Football League
August 13, 2014 - Arena Football League (AFL)
Tampa Bay Storm News Release
TAMPA BAY - Tampa Bay Storm wide receiver Joe Hills has signed with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats of the Canadian Football League, announced vice president of football operations of Jeff Gooch.
"Joe was a very important piece of our offense," said Gooch. "Losing a player of his caliber is bittersweet, but we are proud to see him get this opportunity with the Tiger-Cats."
Hills (6-foot-5, 215 lbs., Tennessee State) spent the past three seasons with the Storm, starting in 32-of-35 games. He has caught a touchdown in 35 consecutive games, the longest active streak in the AFL.
The 2013 season was a breakout year for the Bradenton native, where he compiled numbers at a record pace and completed one of the greatest statistical seasons in team history. He holds the all-time Storm single-season record in receptions (133), receiving yards (1,861), receiving touchdowns (42) and points scored - non-kicking (262). His performance in 2013 earned him first team all-arena honors.
He followed up the 2013 season with an equally successful 2014 campaign. Hills started in 14-of-14 games and caught 100 passes for 1,252 yards and 38 receiving touchdowns. His 38 touchdowns were the second most in Storm single-season history.
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