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Barnstormers 2014 Roster Set

March 8, 2014 - Arena Football League (AFL)
Iowa Barnstormers News Release


DES MOINES, IA - Iowa Barnstormers Head Coach and Director of Football Operations Mike Hohensee announced the club's 24 man roster for the 2014 season. Of the 24 players, 12 will be returning from last year's squad. The Barnstormers kick-off the regular season Saturday, March 15, when they travel west to take on the Spokane Shock.

Although several players are returning, the 2014 roster has a much different feel than season's past. New additions include veteran quarterback Carson Coffman, who spent last year with the now defunct Chicago Rush and kicker Jose Martinez who brings AFL experience from stints with the Milwaukee Mustangs and the Chicago Rush.

When asked about the team, Hohensee responded, "This year's camp was the most competitive and focused camp we've experienced in Iowa since I've been the Head Coach. The veterans were spot-on with their attention to detail and constant examples of acting like a pro both on and off the field." Hohensee went on to say, "We as a staff are excited to get started putting the game plan together for this group to face Spokane, and by the way the last padded practice went, the players are chomping at the bit to put it on someone else."

Coming out of training camp, the 2014 Barnstormers captains are linebacker Matangi Tonga, wide receiver Darius Reynolds, defensive back De'Mon Glanton, and quarterback Carson Coffman. These players were chosen as captains for their willingness to not only lead by example, but their tireless efforts to create a winning environment amongst the players.

"Barnstormers Fans will enjoy cheering this group of young men on for the next twenty-three weeks!" Hohensee added.

The full 24 man roster can be found below.

# Name Pos. Height Weight DOB College AFL Exp.

1 Lester, DJ WR 6'3" 208 12/14/1988 University of Wyoming 1

2 Coffman, Carson QB 6'3" 215 4/29/1988 Kansas State 2

3 Thomas, Marco WR 6'0" 193 11/27/1983 Western Illinois 4

4 Thomas, Tramain DB 6'0" 205 3/17/1990 University of Arkansas R

5 Martinez Jr., Jose K 5'10" 205 7/24/1986 UTEP 2

6 Simpson, Jason DB 6'1" 210 4/6/1983 University of Missouri 4

7 Reynolds, Darius WR 6'2" 215 4/4/1989 Iowa State 2

8 Glanton, De'Mon DB 6'1" 206 7/22/1986 Mississippi State 2

9 Clark, Tyrone LB 5'10" 220 12/13/1990 Northern Illinois R

10 Reader, Brian QB 6'3" 220 5/24/1989 University of Idaho 1

11 Dorsey, Wayne DL 6'6" 260 10/9/1988 University of Mississippi R

12 Williams, Mike DB 6'2" 190 2/15/1988 Bethune-Cookman University 1

17 Tonga, Matangi LB 6'2" 275 1/6/1988 University of Houston 2

19 Williams, Julian WR 6'1" 190 3/23/1990 Marian University R

21 Benton, Ter'Ran DB 6'0" 203 12/29/1989 Iowa State 2

52 Trotter, Frank DE 6'2" 285 1/17/1990 University of Memphis R

53 Lewis, Mike DE 6'2" 260 8/15/1984 Adrian College 4

55 McClinton, James DL 6'1" 315 7/4/1986 University of Kansas 1

56 Allen, Tray OL 6'4" 315 9/7/1988 University of Texas 1

62 Curry, Chuck OL 6'5" 300 10/29/1988 University of West Alabama R

66 Schonbrunner, Jeremy C 6'3" 312 9/12/1989 Temple University R

72 Parker, Anthony OL 6'5" 340 3/2/1989 Western Michigan 1

77 Garrity, Mike TE 6'6" 315 5/27/1989 Eastern Illinois 2

99 Stokes, William NG 6'5" 320 10/22/1983 Waldorf College 1

Next up for the Barnstormers is a Week 1 road trip to Washington to take on the Spokane Shock on Saturday, March 15, 2014. Kickoff is set for 9:00pm CST. Fans remember that season tickets for the 2014 Iowa Barnstormers season remain on sale for as little as $110.00 per seat. The home opener is set for Saturday, April 12, 2014. Don't miss a minute of the action this season! To order your seats today, or for more information, call the Barnstormers at (515) 633-2255 or log onto www.theiowabarnstormers.com.

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