Sharp Named IFL Player of the Week
April 20, 2011 - Indoor Football League (IFL)
Wichita Wild News Release
The Indoor Football League (IFL) announced on Wednesday that Wichita Wild kick returner Jake Sharp has been named league Special Teams Player of the Week for Week 9. Sharp's performance helped the Wild to their first victory of the season and moved their record to 1-5.
Sharp's presence was felt right away as he took the opening kickoff 55 yards for a touchdown. Sharp accumulated 166 yards on just four kick returns in the Wild's 56-32 victory over Amarillo.
Other players recognized this week were James Robinson of Chicago as Offensive Player of the Week and Faleaoga Faumui of Seattle as Defensive Player of the Week.
The Wild return home on Saturday, May 16 to take on the Omaha Beef. To purchase tickets to the game, call the Hartman Arena Box Office at 316-927-3999, visit www.stage1tickets.com or stop by the Hartman Arena Box Office in Park City. Become a fan of the Wild on Facebook by visiting www.facebook.com/wichitawild and clicking "Like" at the top of the page.
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