Police Takeover: Wranglers to Host Chief Rushing as Honorary Captain
June 8, 2011 - Indoor Football League (IFL)
Allen Wranglers News Release
ALLEN, TX-As if having one police officer on the team wasn't enough, the Wranglers are adding another for their Saturday, June 11th matchup against the Bricktown Brawlers. Chief Rushing of the Allen Police Department will serve as honorary captain in the Wrangler's final regular season game at Allen Event Center.
"Our officers are major football fans," Wrangler kicker and Allen Police Officer Garrett Courtney said. "I've enjoyed brining a professional football experience to the Allen Police Department.
A portion of ticket sales in support of Chief Rushing will be donated back to the Public Safety Recovery Fund. The police takeover will be held in conjunction with the Wranglers' Fan Appreciation Night. Fans in attendance will enjoy $2.00 beer and hot dogs all night; a raffle for inaugural season memorabilia including an autographed Roger Staubach football will be held at the Wranglers information booth.
The Wranglers head into their matchup with the Bricktown Brawlers with a record of 9-4 on the season and first place in the Lonestar Division. With a win, the Wranglers will clinch the Lonestar Division and likely earn themselves a home playoff game on Sunday, June 19th. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the office at 972-912-3111 or visit www.allenwranglers.com.
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