Defensive Leader Returns to Barnstormers
October 12, 2016 - Indoor Football League (IFL)
Iowa Barnstormers News Release
DES MOINES - The Iowa Barnstormers have re-signed linebacker Javicz Jones, Head Coach Dixie Wooten announced today.
Jones (6-1, 230, Mary Hardin Baylor) returns to the Iowa Barnstormers for his third season with the team. Jones first joined the Barnstormers roster in 2015 where he saw action in all 14 games finishing the season with 97.5 total tackles. Jones' efforts earned him league honors naming him to the 2015 First Team All-IFL. In 2016, Jones closed out the Barnstormers season having appeared in 7 games and collected 62.5 total tackles after a brief stint with the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League (CFL).
"From the second I took the job, Javicz was the guy I wanted," said Coach Wooten. "He is a playmaker. He is strong in the run game, pass game, and a huge asset to special teams. I'm excited to be able to coach a player like Javicz. Our defensive general is back."
Jones who has shown his leadership both on and off the field during his time with the Barnstormers is excited to return to the team as a veteran.
"I'm so thrilled to be back to a place I call home, even though it is far away from my actual home," said Jones. "I make the travel to come and be part of a family and great organization. I'm looking forward to the 2017 season."
Season Tickets for the Iowa Barnstormers 2017 season are available now! For as low as $80 per seat, fans can enjoy the action from the same great seat location each game. For more information, call the Barnstormers at (515) 633-2255 or log on to www.theiowabarnstormers.com.
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