Spokane Shock Join IFL

September 1, 2015 - Indoor Football League (IFL) News Release

Spokane Shock Join IFL
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During a press conference Tuesday morning at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena, team ownership and league office staff announced that the Shock will compete as members of the IFL for the 2016 season. The Shock also introduced a familiar face as the team's new Head Coach, Adam Shackleford.

"The Spokane Shock is pleased to be joining the IFL as its newest member. With a rich tradition of quality football, great regional rivalries and sound economic model, the IFL presents a terrific opportunity for the Shock and its rabid fan base," said Shock Majority Owner Nader Nani. "Commissioner Allshouse and his team have done a fantastic job of augmenting the league with other high quality and well-run franchises including the Iowa Barnstormers and Tri Cities Fever. We look forward to adding to that momentum."

"Today is great day in the history of the IFL," stated IFL Commissioner Michael Allshouse. "The Spokane Shock are one of the most recognizable and well-regarded organizations in all of indoor football. Their passionate fan base and professional organization represent the key elements the IFL strives for in its members. We are very proud to welcome the Shock and the Spokane community into the IFL family."

The addition of the Shock into the IFL rekindles several former rivalries, most notably with the Tri-Cities Fever. The Shock, Fever, Iowa Barnstormers, and the Green Bay Blizzard have all played in previous leagues together throughout their histories.

Head Coach Adam Shackleford rejoins the team after a six-year stint as the head coach of the Fever; a move which will only add to the creation of one of the league's preeminent rivalries. One of the most accomplished coaches in IFL history, Shackleford led the Fever to two United Bowl appearances, two Intense Conference Championships, and a four playoff appearances in six seasons. This will be Shackleford's second tenure as Shock Head Coach. Prior to joining the Fever in 2010, Shackleford compiled a 50-7 record in Spokane, the best in af2 history (87%). He is the only af2 coach to guide his team to three Arena Cups.

Additional expansion and league news will be revealed in the coming weeks.

Spokane Shock Join IFL

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Indoor Football League Stories from September 1, 2015

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• Shock Announce Move to the Indoor Football League - Spokane Shock
• Spokane Shock Join IFL - IFL
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