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Storm Add Another Quarterback

February 2, 2012 - Arena Football League (AFL)
Tampa Bay Storm News Release


TAMPA BAY - The Tampa Bay Storm has acquired quarterback Trevor Vittatoe, announced vice president of football operations Jeff Gooch.

"Trevor is a guy that really impressed us with his perseverance," said Gooch. "He is a player that has shown he has the will and tools to succeed at a high level. He'll have an opportunity to continue to develop and refine his skills."

Vittatoe (6-foot-2, 220 lbs., Texas-El Paso) will enter his rookie season in the Arena Football League with the Tampa Bay Storm. He was a four-year starter at UTEP (2006-2010). Vittatoe supplanted Jordan Palmer as UTEP's all-time career leader in passing yards (12,439), passing touchdowns (97), total offense (12,291 yards) and touchdowns responsible for (98). He concluded his career ranked 14th in NCAA history in passing yards and 15th in passing TDs. Vittatoe is the only player in school history to throw for 400 yards in four games, and to pass for five touchdowns on four occasions. He is also the lone signal-caller in Miner annals to pass for 3,000 yards in three separate seasons.

He signed with the Chicago Bears as an undrafted rookie free agent in the spring of 2011 and was released just prior to the start of the 2012 NFL season. He is from Bedford, TX and prepped at Trinity H.S. where he won a state title his senior season.

The team also placed kicker Craig Camay (5-11, 200, Tennessee-Chattanooga) on reassignment.

The Five-Time World Champion Tampa Bay Storm celebrates its 25th season in the AFL. The 2012 Season home opener is Friday, March 16 versus South Division rival Georgia Force. 2012 season tickets and four-game packs are currently on sale; those who purchase season tickets in the promenade level receive a free replica Storm jersey per seat commitment and will receive discounts on merchandise and concessions. For more information call 813.301.6600 or visit www.tampabaystorm.com . Additionally fans and sponsors can follow the Storm on Facebook (Tampa Bay Storm) or Twitter (@tampabaystorm) for up to date news and exclusive content.



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