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July 9, 2009 - Indoor Football League (IFL) News Release


Welcome to the latest edition of the Indoor Football League's E-Newsletter! Boy, has time flown. The inaugural IFL Regular Seaon comes to an end this weekend, and what a season it has been.

Abilene and San Angelo clinched the final two playoff spots in the Lone Star Division, and the first round will commence the weekend of July 18th. Any of the twelve teams in this years playoffs have a shot. Stay tuned to see who will take home the first ever IFL United Bowl Trophy.

Week 18 kicks off on Thursday, July 9, with the Fairbanks Grizzlies making the drive south to take on the Alaska Wild in Anchorage. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:05 PM Alaskan Standard Time. Follow all the action at www.goifl.com and on the B2 broadcasts www.b2livetv.com of each game all season long. Fans can follow all the action at www.goifl.com and on the B2 broadcasts www.b2livetv.com of each game all season long.

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VIDSWAP.COM OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK-RB DARIUS FUDGE

There is an old adage that says, "RECORDS ARE MADE TO BE BROKEN." It's not often however, that a player breaks his own records in the same season. Wichita's Darius Fudge did just that in an effort that will be remembered for a long time by those who were lucky enough to witness it. Earlier this season, he set an IFL record by running for five touchdowns in a single game against Omaha. Against Alaska last weekend, Fudge surpassed that mark by finding the endzone seven times via the ground. He accounted for 42 points, which set another IFL record for a single game by a non-quarterback. In all, Fudge finished the night with 148 yards on just 18 carries, good for an average of 8.2 yards per carry. Armed with top 5 talent at Quarterback, Running back, and Wide Receiver the Wild seem poised to make a run at this years United Bowl Trophy.

To see the Highlights that made Darius Fudge the VidSwap.com Offensive Player of the Week

VIDSWAP.COM DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK-DL JERMAINE BLAKELY

In a memorable cross-conference battle between El Paso and Rochester, it was the General defense and not there offense that was the difference. One player in particular stood out amongst his peers and dominated the line of scrimmage. Defensive Lineman Jermaine Blakely picked up a fumble late in the fourth quarter, as the Raiders were about to take a lead in the contest, and raced 48 yards for the game sealing touchdown. In addition Blakely contributed 3.5 tackles, 3 sacks, and two forced fumbles. With the offense and defense clicking, the Generals seem primed and ready for post season battle.

To see the Highlights that made Jermaine Blakely the VidSwap.com Defensive Player of the Week VIDSWAP.COM SP. TEAMS PLAYER OF THE WEEK-K TOMMY STAPLES

Knowing that they had to win and they would clinch the final playoff seed in the Lone Star Division, the Stampede Express played arguably their best game of the season. The game was back and forth throughout most of the contest against Corpus Christi, but the steady leg of Kicker Tommy Staples made sure the Hammerheads wouldn't get the upper hand. The San Angelo placekicker hit on 92% of his extra point attempts hitting 11 of 12. Those 11 points were the difference as San Angelo won 82-75 and set up a first round playoff match in Abilene.

To see the Highlights that made Tommy Staples the VidSwap.com SPT Player of the Week

The Week 18 IFL Game of the Week pits the Billings Outlaws against the Omaha Beef. The Outlaws are hoping to avenge their lone los of the season against the Beef way back on April 18th. Billings has been lights out since that little hiccup and is considered by many fans as the favorite to win this years United Bowl Trophy. QB Chris Dixon had thrown for an astounding 66 touchdown passes this season.

The Beef currently hold a ½ game lead over Bloomington for the top spot in the Central Division, however need another big win over Billings to guarantee a first round bye in the playoffs. Omaha is led by standout Quarterback James McNear. The dual threat signal caller has thrown 36 touchdown passes and ran for another 15 scores.

Kickoff is slated for this Saturday, July 11th at 7:05 PM.

VIDSWAP.COM FAN'S CHOICE MVP AWARD

With only a few days left in the MVP voting the polls are still open for Fans to log onto to GoIFL.com and cast their vote for this years Most Valuable Player Award. The Indoor Football League has once again partnered with VidSwap.com to showcase the video and statistical highlights of the eighteen nominees for the leagues highest award. Fans can log onto the IFL homepage and select the link for the FAN'S CHOICE MOST VALUABLE PLAYER OF THE YEAR, under the Recent News section, to see what made their favorite players candidates for this season's award. Voting will continue until the end of the regular season.

LOG ON TO GoIFL.COM TO MAKE YOUR SELECTION FOR THE FIRST EVER FAN'S CHOICE MOST VALUABLE PLAYER OF THE YEAR AWARD.

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TEAM SPOTLIGHT

ROCHESTER RAIDERS

Location: Rochester, NY Arena: Blue Cross-Arena Mascot: Bones Colors: Black, Silver, and White Owners: Bob Bartosiewicz, Dave McCarthy, Thurman Thomas. GM: John Nizamis Conference: United Division: Atlantic Division Rival: Saginaw Sting Dance Team: Raiderrettes

Where did team name come from?

Flag Football Team

Three Players to Watch... Rob Mager, Jamil Porter, Perry Patterson

Interesting fact about your team: Held 26 game winning streak before loosing to Sioux Falls this season

Celebrity Fans: Hall of Fame QB Jim Kelly, Super Bowl Champion Roland Williams, and Buffalo Bills GM Russ Brandon

Charity Affiliation: Hunters Hope and the Kids Miracle Making Club



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