Dawgz Announce Grady to Play this Saturday

July 7, 2009 - arenafootball2 (af2)
Oklahoma City Yard Dawgz News Release


OKLAHOMA CITY - The Oklahoma City Yard Dawgz (7-7) announced today that former University of Oklahoma quarterback Tommy Grady will see the field for the first time this season on Saturday, July 11th against the Bossier Shreveport BattleWings (8-5). Grady has always been touted as "full of potential" and "having a lot of promise," but had the misfortune of injuries and playing behind elite quarterbacks at every level.

"Tommy has worked extremely hard all season and this is the best opportunity for our franchise to see what he can do on the field," said Head Coach Sparky McEwen. "Robert Kent has had a long season and has taken every snap this year. Knowing that we are in the playoffs, this is the best opportunity we have for rest before we enter the tournament."

The game will be Grady's first real game experience in arenafootball2 and professional football. The tall, big-armed QB had been practicing with the San Jose SaberCats of the AFL before the league suspended operations for the 2009 season.

"Because we have already secured a position in post season play, we feel that our upcoming game versus the BattleWings will be the best opportunity to get Grady game experience and provide Kent with rest," said General Manager Christie Cook. "As we begin our run toward ArenaCup 2009, we want to make sure that we are healthy and strong in all positions."

Grady spent the beginning of his collegiate career as the backup to OU Heisman Trophy winner Jason White. In 2005, he transferred to the University of Utah in search of playing time. After sitting a season due to NCAA transfer rules, Grady battled Utes QB's Brian Johnson and Brett Ratliff, but was unable to secure the starting role.

The Yard Dawgz take on the Bossier Shreveport BattleWings in the final home game of the regular season this Saturday, July 11th at the Cox Convention Center. Yard Dawgz single game tickets are on sale, starting at only $2! The Yard Dawgz Block Party begins before every home game at 5:00 PM on Reno. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:11 PM. For additional information, please call (405) 228-3294 or visit www.okcyarddawgz.com.



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