AFL Iowa Barnstormers

Rookie Linebacker Signs with Barnstormers

Published on October 12, 2011 under Arena Football League (AFL)
Iowa Barnstormers News Release


DES MOINES -The Iowa Barnstormers continued to build their 2012 roster today as Head Coach and Director of Football Operations Mike Hohensee announced that the team has agreed to terms with rookie Linebacker Darnell Carter.

Carter (6-3, 245) played his college football at the University of Virginia from 2006-2010. Last season as a senior, he had a breakout year, appearing in all 12 games, starting the final six. He finished second on the team with 8 tackles for loss and 3 sacks, while accumulating 52 total tackles on the season. He had his best day against conference rival Maryland, where he racked up 9 tackles and a sack. The Englewood, NJ native was recruited out of Dwight Morrow High School where he was a state all-star at both Tight End and Linebacker.

Carter will be among a group of 35 players that report to the Barnstormers training camp this February to compete for a spot with the club. Don't forget that 2012 Iowa Barnstormers season tickets remain on sale for as low as $117.00 per seat. Come check out our open house this Saturday from 9am-4pm at Wells Fargo Arena and pick out your seats for the 2012 season. Call 515-633-2255 or visit www.theiowabarnstormers.com for more information.

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