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Rampage Secure Fifth Consecutive Playoff Berth

May 5, 2003 - Arena Football League (1987-2008) (AFL I)
Grand Rapids Rampage News Release


GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - The Grand Rapids Rampage secured a spot in the 2003 Arena Football League playoffs this weekend despite falling in a disappointing 56-55 decision to the San Jose Sabercats on Saturday night. This marks the fifth consecutive season in which the Rampage has qualified for postseason action.

Grand Rapids (8-6) will complete the 2003 AFL regular season with a two-game homestand that begins this Sunday, May 11 against the Indiana Firebirds. The Rampage will then square off with the Dallas Desperados in their home finale on Sunday, May 18. The Desperados are currently tied atop the Central Division with Grand Rapids, who can secure the title with a win this weekend combined with a Dallas loss.

The Drive to ArenaBowl XVII begins with first-round action on Saturday, May 24 and Sunday, May 25. ArenaBowl XVII will be held on Sunday, June 22.

Tickets to both contest are still available and can be purchased by contacting the Rampage office at (616) 559-1871 or Tickets PLUS at (616) 222-4000 or (800) 585-3737. Tickets are also available at The Zone, located on the west side of Van Andel Arena, all West Michigan Meijer locations, and on-line at www.ticketsplus.net and the Rampage Web site.



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