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Barnstormers Game Preview vs. Tulsa Oilers

June 20, 2024 - Indoor Football League (IFL)
Iowa Barnstormers News Release


DES MOINES, IA - For the second time in franchise history, the Tulsa Oilers (4-8) will travel 461 miles to face the Iowa Barnstormers (4-7) at Wells Fargo Arena Saturday June 22 at 7:05 pm.

The Barnstormers won their second game in a row after narrowly defeating the Quad City Steamwheelers 28-27. Quarterback Daniel Smith threw for 112 yards and three touchdowns. Wide receiver Darren Wilson also had his fourth consecutive two-touchdown game in addition to his 48 yards.

With their playoff hopes on the line, the Oilers got a much-needed 55-41 win over the Sioux Falls Storm, which snapped their six-game losing streak. Quarterback Andre Sale led Tulsa's lethal passing offense with a season-high seven touchdowns; two of which went to the Indoor Football League's receiving yards leader Alexis Rosario.

These two teams met at the beginning of April where the then 1-1 Oilers won 39-31. However, the Barnstormers have played significantly better with the home crowd behind them, winning three out of five games on their turf. Adding more fuel to the fire, Smith started six games for Tulsa this season before Iowa acquired him in a three-team trade.

While the Barnstormers held Rosario to his second-lowest total of 23 yards, he and fellow wide receiver Joshua Crockett have continued to consistently produce big numbers all season. Defensively, the Oilers have two defensive linemen weapons in Jordan Jones, who leads the IFL in tackles with 79, and Noah Lyles, who sits ninth in tackles for loss with 10.5.

Fans can tune into the game live on the Indoor Football League's official YouTube channel. Live updates will also be posted on the Iowa Barnstormers Twitter account.

This Game Preview is presented by Sun Prairie & Vista Court Apartments. Sun Prairie & Vista Court Apartments include free heat, water, sewer, trash, Dish 120 satellite TV and Wi-Fi! Go to sunprairie.com or call 515-226-0000 for more details.

The Barnstormers will return home to Wells Fargo Arena to take on the Jacksonville Sharks for the team's annual 90's Night Saturday July 6 at 7:05 pm. The game will feature throwback music, trivia, and more from the decade that started it all for the Barnstormers.

Tickets are available for as low as $18. Call the Iowa Barnstormers front office at 515-633-2255 or visit www.theiowabarnstormers.com.



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