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Defensive Star Returns to the Valley

October 16, 2015 - American Indoor Football (AIF)
Lehigh Valley Steelhawks News Release


Bethlehem, PA: The Lehigh Valley Steelhawks are thrilled to announce the return of an exciting player that can line up on either side of the ball. Reigning PIFL Defensive Rookie of the Year, defensive back Joe Powell has re-signed with the Hawks.

Last season, Powell was named to the PIFL 1st team after racking up 11 interceptions, a Lehigh Valley franchise single season record. He also led the team with more than fifty tackles. An explosive defensive presence, Powell was also able to line up as a receiver.

A day after he signed with Lehigh Valley, the AFL's Cleveland Gladiators exercised Powell's rookie option. The Hawks are excited to have another player move up. To fill the spot that Powell's moving up left, the Hawks have also signed DB Ken Walton, a former member of the Nashville Venom. Walton brings more veteran leadership to Steelhawks backfield.

Head Coach Chris Thompson is thrilled to have Powell move up, "This is exactly what the Lehigh Valley Steelhawks are all about. Re-signing record setting and reigning Rookie of the Year Joe Powell back for the 2016 Steelhawks is big for us and it is even better that he gets his shot to move up to the Arena Football League with the Cleveland Gladiators, like so many former Steelhawks (Gilson, Collins, Brikowski, and Ford) have done before him these last couple of years. Joe joins the list of so many great former Steelhawks that can electrify our awesome 9th man crowd or help change the game. We couldn't be more proud, or as excited for him as he gets to continue chasing his dream in Cleveland but if things don't work out for him, we know he will be sporting the Black and Vegas Gold in 2016 again. Stay tuned, as we announce more exciting Steelhawks news."

Keep checking for the latest news and events from the Steelhawks! For further information please call Lehigh Valley Steelhawks Executive Vice President and General Manager Mike Clark at (610) 282-3100, or visit our website at www.LVSteelhawks.com for the latest Steelhawks news! 2016 Season Ticket packages are now on sale! Reserve your seat now by calling the Steelhawks office at 610-282-3100. The Steelhawks play all of their home games on Embassy Bank Field inside the PPL Center.



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