AFL Iowa Barnstormers

Johnson, Villanueva Re-Sign With Barnstormers

Published on November 4, 2009 under Arena Football League (AFL)
Iowa Barnstormers News Release


DES MOINES - Iowa Barnstormers Head Coach and Director of Football Operations John Gregory has announced the team has reached agreement with OL/DL Charles Johnson along with QB Brian Villanueva for the 2010 season. Both were key contributors for the 2009 Barnstormers squad that went 13-5 and captured a Midwest Division Championship.

Johnson (6-2, 330) has started every game for the Barnstormers at Defensive Tackle the past two seasons. The four-year veteran from Northern Iowa had his best season in 2009, recording 19 tackles (9 for loss) and 8 sacks. He also spent time playing Offensive Line in goal-line situations and at Fullback where he rushed for 7 yards and 2 TD's.

Villanueva, (6-4, 250) returns to the Barnstormers after an impressive 2009 campaign. The five-year Arena Football veteran started 15 games at quarterback completinng 278 of 481 passes for 60 touchdowns and had a passer rating of 97.6. In addition, he rushed for 50 yards and a team-high 16 touchdowns.

Both players will report to the Barnstormers training camp this March to compete for a spot with the club. The 2010 Arena Football One season kicks off this spring, with the scheudle to be announced in the coming weeks. Don't forget that 2010 Iowa Barnstormers season tickets remain on sale for as low as $104.00 per seat! Don't miss a minute of the action this season. Call 515-633-2255 or visit www.theiowabarnstormers.com for more information.

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