Albany Firebirds Mourn Passing of Legendary Football Coach Mike Ditka

October 9, 2026 - The Albany Firebirds are saddened by the passing of legendary football coach Mike Ditka, whose impact on the game spanned generations. Ditka made his mark on football at both the professional and arena levels, winning a Super Bowl as head coach of the Chicago Bears and an arena football championship as a co-owner of the Chicago Rush. His contributions to the game left a lasting legacy across the football community. The Albany Firebirds extend their thoughts and condolences to Ditka's fa... Full Story

Firebirds Friday - Offseason Community Events

October 2, 2026 - The Firebirds have been out in the community all offseason long so far. There have been many different events that staff have been to, kicking off a great offseason. The team and staff value being in the community and will be at many more events this fall and winter. On August 15th, the Firebirds attended Best Buddies Community Day at Crossgates mall and the Palace Theater Block Party where Spike attended. Best Buddies Community Day included music, lawn games, photo ops, and more exciting eve... Full Story

Offseason Recap #1

September 25, 2026 - The offseason is starting to heat up in the AF1! Players are starting to sign to teams and the Firebirds are looking to build a team with championship aspirations again. Albany has made five signings and they are all returning members of last year's team. KULKAMANIA is Back Quarterback Joshua Kulka has re-signed with the Albany Firebirds after an impressive year one with the Firebirds. Kulka was named week one starter for the 2026 season and got the Firebirds off to a hot start against the... Full Story

Albany Firebirds Announce Re-Signing of Wide Receiver Cameron Alves

September 23, 2026 - Albany, N.Y. - The Firebirds are taking full advantage of the Arena Football One re-signing period, bringing back key players from the previous season on offense and defense. Today, the Albany Firebirds are proud to announce the re-signing of wide receiver Cameron Alves for the 2027 season. Alves, a former Stonehill College and Central Connecticut State University football player, first signed with Albany in May of 2026 and played four games for the team, becoming a solid and reliable receiv... Full Story

• Albany Firebirds Announce Re-Signing of Wide Receiver Cameron Alves - Albany Firebirds (AF1) September 23
• Albany Firebirds Announce Re-Signing of Wide Receiver Tyrese Chambers - Albany Firebirds (AF1) September 22
• Albany Firebirds Announce Re-Signing of Defensive Lineman Khris Walton - Albany Firebirds (AF1) September 17
• Albany Firebirds Open Applications for 2027 Sales & Business Development Internship - Albany Firebirds (AF1) September 17
• Albany Firebirds Announce Re-Signing of Wide Receiver Agiye Hall - Albany Firebirds (AF1) September 16
• Albany Firebirds Announce Re-Signing of Quarterback Josh Kulka - Albany Firebirds (AF1) September 15
• Firebirds Remember September 11, 2001 - Albany Firebirds (AF1) September 11
• Remembering Those from the Capital Region Who Lost Their Lives from September 11, 2001. - Albany Firebirds (AF1) September 11
• 2026 Single Game Tickets Are on Sale Now - Albany Firebirds (AF1) March 6
• The Wait Is over 2026 Single Game Tickets on Sale Monday - Albany Firebirds (AF1) March 1
• Albany Firebirds Name Jenna Snide-Papielion as New Head Coach of Firebird Flames - Albany Firebirds (AF1) February 27
• Albany Firebirds Re-Sign 2025 AF1 Most Valuable Player Sam Castronova - Albany Firebirds (AF1) January 28
• Albany Firebirds Re-Sign 2025 AF1 Offensive Player of the Year Duane Brown for 2026 Season - Albany Firebirds (AF1) January 19
• Albany Firebirds to Participate in UAlbany Mascot Madness - Albany Firebirds (AF1) January 15
• The Flock U Coaches Show Returns this Saturday at Hooters Albany - Albany Firebirds (AF1) January 8
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• ARENA FOOTBALL ONE: Firebirds re-sign QB Kulka - AF1 Troy Record (September 16)
• Former Titans coach Jeff Fisher, Nashville Kats win 2026 Arena Crown - AF1 Nashville Tennessean (August 12)
• Albany Firebirds fall to Nashville Kats in thrilling, down to the wire 2026 Arena Crown - AF1 Troy Record (August 9)
• Firebirds’ newest kicker goes from the classroom to the turf, stars in AF1 semifinal - AF1 Troy Record (August 2)
• Monsters outgunned in AF1 playoff semifinal - AF1 Duluth News-Tribune (August 2)
• Sam Castronova shines in return as Albany Firebirds outlast Minnesota in AF1 semifinals - AF1 Troy Record (August 2)
• Battle-tested Albany Firebirds hungry to begin Arena Crown title defense - AF1 CBS6 (July 29)
• Arena Football One's Kentucky Barrels conduct mass releases, suspensions of players - AF1 Albany Times Union (July 9)
• Albany Firebirds team with 'Beautiful Lives Project' for third-annual inclusivity event - AF1 CBS6 (May 9)
• Reigning AF1 MVP Sam Castronova back with Albany Firebirds after UFL stint - AF1 Yahoo Sports (May 6)
• Houston Gamblers Release QB Sam Castronova - AF1 NewsBreak - Houston (May 2)
• Albany Firebirds mash the Monsters in season opener - AF1 NEWS10 ABC (April 12)
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