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FireAnts Re-Sign DB Johnny Mickell for 2004

January 29, 2004 - National Indoor Football League (NIFL)
Tupelo FireAnts News Release


TUPELO, MS--The Tupelo FireAnts are pleased to announce the re-signing of defensive back Johnny Mickell for the 2004 season.

Mickell, a native of Bassfield, Mississippi, began his indoor football career with the FireAnts last season. In 14 games played, Mickell was responsible for 36.5 total tackles, one interception, and one fumble recovery on the season.

A graduate of Delta State University, Mickell was a key part of the Statesmen's defensive corps while in college.

"Johnny gives us a big cornerback with great speed," Head Coach Bobby Hall said. "He is also a person with outstanding character and we are proud to have him coming back."

The FireAnts have signed 12 players to date, including Joe Gunn, Pig Prather, Patrick Garth, Rico McDonald, Bobby Hill Chris Rainey, Eric Bingham, Will Hall, Darryl Carter, Reggie Smith, David Mooneyham, and now Johnny Mickell to the 2004 lineup.

The FireAnts will kick off the 2004 season on Friday, March 12th at the BancorpSouth Center in Tupelo. Season tickets are still on sale for all seven home games of football action by calling the FireAnts Office at (662) 620-BITE, with prices starting as low as $70 for adults and $42 for children 12 and under / seniors 60 and older.



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