Beef Wrapper
December 23, 2005 - United Indoor Football Association (UIF)
Omaha Beef News Release
Omaha Beef Football 2006 Regular Season Schedule
Friday, March 24 vs. Sioux Falls Storm
Saturday, April 1 at Sioux City Bandits
Sunday, April 9 vs. Evansville BlueCats
Saturday, April 15 at Lexington Horsemen
Saturday, April 22 vs. Sioux City Bandits
Saturday, April 29 at Rock River Raptors
Saturday, May 13 at Sioux Falls Storm
Saturday, May 20 vs. Bloomington Extreme
Saturday, May 27 at Peoria Roughriders
Friday, June 2 vs. Sioux Falls Storm
Saturday, June 10 vs. Rock River Raptors
Saturday, June 17 at Bloomington Extreme
Saturday, June 24 at Evansville BlueCats
Sunday, July 2 at Sioux City Bandits
Saturday, July 8 vs. Ft. Wayne Freedom
TEAM NEWS
The Beef will again be competing in the United Indoor Football League, which experienced some changes during the off-season. The Tennessee Valley Raptors moved to Rock River, and the Bloomington Extreme was welcomed as the league's first expansion team.
The UIF's new regional divisions are now:
West: Omaha, Sioux City, Sioux Falls
Central: Peoria, Rock River, Bloomington
East: Ft. Wayne, Ohio Valley, Lexington, Evansville
The Beef are pleased to announce the hiring of James Kerwin as assistant head coach and defensive coordinator. Kerwin brings a long track record of success to the Beef. His extensive background in indoor football will be a great asset as the Beef make a run at a championship in 2006. "We are very excited about getting Coach Kerwin on board with us, " said Head Coach Robert Fuller. "James was probably the most sought after coach in the indoor game this off season and turned down several great head coaching job offers to become our defensive coordinator. His experience, along with his passion for the Omaha and Council Bluffs communities made this a great fit."
TICKET TALK
This month's featured seating level are the In Your Lap seats. These seats make up the front two rows along both sidelines. Not only do these season ticket holders receive great seats, merchandise discounts, schedule poster, t-shirts and other perks, but these are the only seats in the arena that get waitress service!!
Call Kim at 346-BEEF to hear more about all of the seating options or go online to http://www.beeffootball.com/tickets/.
BEEF IN THE COMMUNITY
This week the Beef helped spread holiday joy throughout Children's Hospital during Pacific Pal's annual âSharing the Spirit' event. Along with several volunteers from Pacific Pals and Grubb & Ellis|Pacific Realty, we brought gifts and laughter to children and parents who may not have had them otherwise.
Head Coach and General Manager Robert Fuller was the guest speaker last week for the Airman Leadership graduating class of Bravo Company 06 at Offutt Air Force Base. "It was truly an honor to be asked to speak at such a prestigious event and to share my leadership philosophy with some of the military's finest," said Coach Fuller. "The graduates going through the program there are taught and trained with the same fundamental belief system that characterizes all great sports franchises. They emphasize characteristics like team work, accountability, communication, self discipline, along with creating a âteam before self' environment that is crucial for any successful team."
CATTLE CALL
Thirty-seven athletes made their way through the snow, ice, and high winds for their shot at a place on the Beef roster. "Several athletes really caught our attention and we were happy with the group as a whole," said Head Coach Robert Fuller. The Beef will also be hosting two Invite Only tryouts in February. To be considered for these workouts, players must send biographies and game film to:
Omaha Beef Football
Head Coach Robert Fuller
1907 Harney Street
Omaha, NE 68102
The Beef are also excited about the first round of Prime Dancer tryouts that took place this month at the Northpark 24 Hour Fitness. Nine women were chosen from this tryout and final selections will be announced after the January 14th and 15th tryout. Pre-Registration is encouraged; forms are available at http://beeffootball.com/dancers/tryout/.
National Anthem auditions will be held in the Westside High School auditorium on January 7, 2006. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. Those who cannot attend are encouraged to send a videotaped au capella performance to the Omaha Beef Football office by Friday, January 6th. Pre-Registration is encouraged; forms are available at http://beeffootball.com/news/?id=3067.
DATES TO REMEMBER
Jan. 7 National Anthem Auditions
Jan. 9 Dinner with the Meatheads & Beef Jerky's
Jan. 13 Season Ticket renewal deadline
Jan. 14-15 Prime Dancer Tryout
Feb. 4-5 Player Invite Only Tryout
Feb. 18-19 Player Invite Only Tryout
Mar. 24 Beef Season Opener vs. Sioux Falls Storm
In memoriam
Omaha lost a leader, a friend and a great man when Harlan Noddle passed away last week. He and his son Jay have owned the Beef since 2002. He was widely known as a successful businessman who kept Omaha's best interests at heart. As a developer he helped to mold Omaha's landscape, but it is more likely that he will be remembered for his philanthropic work throughout our community. His passing will be felt by many for years to come.
United Indoor Football Association Stories from December 23, 2005
- Greyhounds announce 2006 coaching staff - Ohio Valley Greyhounds
- Tryouts a Success, BlueCats Sign Four - Evansville BlueCats
- Beef Wrapper - Omaha Beef
- Hicks Returns to the Storm - Sioux Falls Storm
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