Beef Tame Wild- Win Third In A Row
Published on April 11, 2008 under United Indoor Football Association (UIF)
Omaha Beef News Release
The BEEF continued their winning ways Thursday evening as they defeated the Wichita Wild 31-24 at the Kansas Coliseum. The win, the third in-a-row for the BEEF, moved the team's record to 4-2 on the young UIF season. The BEEF sit in second place in the UIF's Western Conference, half a game behind the Billings Outlaws. In the game, Omaha picked off Wichita quarterback Matt Kelly six times, which tied a UIF record set by former league member Lexington Horsemen. Quarterback James McNear threw for three touchdown passes (two to Blake Fuchtman and one to Ken Horton) in the victory. A three-yard touchdown run by R.J. Rollins and two field goals by Ricky Lebeda completed the scoring for the BEEF. In their next action, Omaha hits the road again, facing off against the Bloomington Extreme next Saturday at 7:05 p.m. at the U.S. Cellular Coliseum. Fans can listen to the game on www.1290kkar.com or purchase the game for $7 via the B2 Networks at www.b2livetv.com.
LEBEDA NAMED UIF SPECIAL TEAMS PLAYER OF THE WEEK
For his efforts in the BEEF's 41-15 win over the previous unbeaten RiverCity Rage, kicker Ricky Lebeda was named the UIF Special Teams Player of the Week. The former Omaha Northwest and Dana College standout went two-of-three on his field goals and five-of-five on extra points to contribute 11 points. Lebeda joins teammate and defensive back Diezeas Calbert as members of the BEEF to be named Players of the Week by the UIF. Calbert won Week 4 Defensive Player of the Week as a result of his play in the BEEF's 34-18 win over the Sioux Falls Storm when he had seven tackles, two interceptions and a pass break up.
BLEED FOR THE BEEF CAMPAIGN KICKED OFF THIS WEEK
In partnership with the American Red Cross, the BEEF have begun a campaign entitled "Bleed for the BEEF." The campaign will run now until the end of May. Interested donors need to meet the following qualifications: at least 17 years old (16 in Nebraska with a signed parental/guardian consent form), weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health. If people are looking for more information about blood donation or want to schedule an appointment, they are encouraged to contact the Red Cross at 1-800-GIVE-LIFE or log on to www.givebloodgivelife.org.
MEATWAGON BUS TRIP CRUISIN' TO BLOOMINGTON, IL
Interested in following the BEEF on the road? Contact the BEEF office today at (402) 346-BEEF to reserve your spots on the Meat Wagon. The next trip costs $95 and is scheduled for next Saturday, April 19th, to Bloomington, Illinois when the BEEF face off the Extreme. The Meat Wagon is also planning trips to Sioux City ($25) for the May 10th game, Wichita ($75) for the May 31st game and back to Bloomington ($95) on June 7th. We feel we have the greatest fans in indoor football and already have had great crowd support on the road this season. If you cannot join us for the first Bloomington trip, we urge you to plan to join us on the Sioux City one as we face off against our I-29 and longtime rivals, the Bandits.
JR. PRIME DANCE CAMP SET FOR SATURDAY - APRIL 26TH
Has your child ever wanted to be like the Prime Dancers? On the morning of the team's April 26th game, they can get their chance. The Omaha Beef Prime Dancers are holding their annual Jr. Prime Dancer Camp from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. For only $45, your child will receive camp instruction, a t-shirt, lunch and ticket to the game against the Colorado Ice. Additional tickets can be purchased by calling the BEEF office. To register your child for the camp or to find out more information, please contact the BEEF office at (402) 346-BEEF (2333) today.
BEEF FOOTBALL CAMP - MAY 17TH
Does your child want to grow up to be the next James McNear or Colin Bryant? If so, the BEEF will hold a football camp on the morning of their May 17th game. Head Coach Steve Warren, his coaching staff and players will be putting on a football camp for children of all ages. From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., children will have the opportunity to learn more about indoor football from those who know it best. For only $45, your child will receive camp instruction, a t-shirt, lunch and ticket to the game against the Billings Outlaws. Additional tickets can be purchased by calling the BEEF office. To register your child for the camp or to find out more information, please contact the BEEF office at (402) 346-BEEF (2333) today.
NEXT HOME GAME = Saturday - April 26th = Kids Night
Just like the two major universities in the states of Nebraska and Colorado possess a major rivalry, the Omaha BEEF and the Colorado Ice have a budding rivalry. The teams met three times last season, with the BEEF winning twice. April 26th will be the first time the teams have played since July 14, 2007. The game, which is being promoted as "Kids Night," will feature a 2008 BEEF trading card set to be given to the first 1,000 kids through the Civic Auditorium's turnstiles. In addition to the game, the day will feature the Jr. Prime Dancer camp for children of all ages.
United Indoor Football Association Stories from April 11, 2008
- Beef Tame Wild- Win Third In A Row - Omaha Beef
- Local Businessman Purchases Colorado Ice Indoor Football Team - UIF
- Rage Welcome Rival Extreme To Town Saturday - RiverCity Rage
- Storm Return Home to Host Rival Bandits - Sioux Falls Storm
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