Six Former Steamwheelers saw the field in Week 6 of AFL action
March 15, 2004 - arenafootball2 (af2)
Quad City Steamwheelers News Release
DAVENPORT, Iowa â Week six of the AFL on NBC proved to be another positive week for former members of the Quad City Steamwheelers.
Defensive specialist Brent Browner followed up his impressive AFL debut last week, with another solid performance for the Austin Wranglers. Browner recorded two tackles on defense along with having two receptions for 18 yards on offense in a 64-41 loss to the Indiana Firebirds. His teammate Jamarr Ward saw action as well, recording a tackle in limited action.
Seeing the field for the 5th straight week, wide receiver / defensive back Dennison Robinson helped the Las Vegas Gladiators to a victory with one reception for nine yards and two kick returns for 36 yards. Fullback / linebacker Frank Carter snagged in one reception for four yards and recorded two tackles in the Gladiators 65-64 win over the Arizona Rattlers.
Offensive specialist Ira Gooch and offensive lineman /defensive lineman Tim McGill helped guide the New Orleans VooDoo to a 45-31 win over the Detroit Fury. Gooch had two receptions for 28 yards while McGill tallied two tackles in a win that propelled the VooDoo into first place of the AFL National conference Southern division.
Be sure to tune to the AFL on NBC every Sunday which can be seen locally on KWQC-TV6.
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Often recognized as one of the nation's most affordable and fan-friendly sports leagues, the Arena Football League, the second-longest running football league in U.S. history, is in its 18th season. On the strength of its Mission Statement and Fans' Bill of Rights, the AFL is America's fastest growing sport. The Austin Wranglers join the Philadelphia Soul and New Orleans VooDoo as the three expansion teams added for the 2004 season. At least two more teams will be added in each of the next two seasons. A network-TV sport, the AFL is currently celebrating its second season on NBC in 2004.
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Several players have moved on to the NFL from the af2 including the âWheelers standout defensive rush end in 2003, Asa Francis, who last month signed with the Buffalo Bills to play in NFL Europe this spring.
The Steamwheelers are gearing up for their Fifth Anniversary season as one of the charter members of the league. Season tickets are currently on sale starting as low as $54. Fans interested in purchasing season tickets may contact Steamwheelers Director of Ticket Sales Brian Forth at 563-324-4888 or toll free at 1-866-STEAMTIX. For all the up to the minute Steamwheelers news, visit www.steamwheelers.com.
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