20 Greatest Players in AFL History to be Revealed on January 18
January 11, 2006 - Arena Football League (1987-2008) (AFL I) News Release
NEW YORK - The first of the Arena Football League's 20th Season tributes takes place on Wednesday, January 18 when the 20 Greatest Players in AFL history, as chosen by the 20th Season Historical Committee, are revealed.
The AFL's 20th Season kicks off Friday, January 27 and among the many activities, tributes and special events taking place will be a season-long celebration of the league's history. As a result, the Arena Football League formed a historical committee to select the 20 Greatest Players, Games, Moments and Teams in league history. The results will be released throughout the season (see below). AFL fans will be able to voice their opinions on the AFL's Web site, www.arenafootball.com.
20th Season Tribute Schedule
20 Greatest Players - January 18
20 Greatest Games - February 22
20 Greatest Moments - March 29
20 Greatest Teams - May 17
The esteemed Historical Committee consists of a diverse mix of AFL personalities all with a strong knowledge of the league and its history. The members are: Howard Balzer, a journalist who has covered the AFL since its inception; Hunkie Cooper, a former player and current assistant coach who holds the record for career all-purpose yards; DarRyl Hammond, an active player who will begin his 16th season this year; Mike Hohensee, head coach of the Chicago Rush and the first player to throw an AFL touchdown; Joe KaufFman, the president of ArenaFan Online; George LaFrance, a former player who won five ArenaBowl championships; Bill Niro, an AFL founder; and Gene Nudo, head coach of the Arizona Rattlers, whose career has spanned 19 of the AFL's 20 seasons.
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