IFL Announces 2022 Hall of Fame Class
July 18, 2022 - Indoor Football League (IFL) News Release
The Indoor Football League is pleased to announce the 2022 Inductees into the IFL Hall of Fame. The 2022 Hall of Fame class will feature Nate Fluit, Carl Sims, and Charlie Bosselman.
"It's an honor to be able to recognize and honor these three as difference makers for our great league," said Commissioner Todd Tryon. " Even though they came through at different times and played different roles, they all three had a direct impact on what the IFL is today."
Nate Fluit was a game-changer on the defensive lineman for the Sioux Falls Storm from 2003-2007. Fluit was a three-time League Defensive Player of the Year and a five-time All-League Selection. In Storm history, Fluit ranks 10th all-time in tackles (249.5), second in sacks (62.5) and second in blocked kicks (23). Fluit's #93 jersey is currently retired by the Storm.
Carl Sims was one of the greatest weapons indoor football has seen. Sims was a wide receiver for Bloomington, Billings Outlaws, Sioux City, Sioux Falls, Cedar Rapids, Billings Wolves, Green Bay, Spokane, and Nebraska. Joining the IFL in its debut season, Carl became one of the IFL's most prolific wide receivers during his nine-year IFL career. Sims finished his career with 370 receptions, 5,077 yards and 112 touchdowns. His 5,077 receiving yards ranked second upon retirement while his 112 receiving touchdowns ranked third. Sims was a First Team All-IFL selection in 2012 and 2013. Sims passed away in 2017.
Charlie Bosselman has been a key part of the development of the IFL. Charlie brought the Nebraska Danger to Grand Island, NE and quickly became a force. During his nine years as owner of the Danger, they made the playoffs seven times. The Danger advanced to the Conference Championship all seven times and made it to the United Bowl three times. He boasted 30 All-IFL selections during those nine years. Charlie served on many IFL committees through his time. He served on the Executive Committee for six years as well as being the Executive Chair for three of those years. The team won Franchise of the Year in 2013 and Charlie was selected Executive of the Year in 2014 by his peers.
The Hall of Fame induction ceremony will be held at the Night of Champions on August 12, the night before our inaugural Dollar Loan Center IFL National Championship in Las Vegas, NV.
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