ThunderBolts Rest Up and Regroup
Published on June 9, 2006 under National Indoor Football League (NIFL)
Lakeland ThunderBolts News Release
LAKELAND-The ThunderBolts get a second week off due to facility issues in Dayton. The game against the Bulldogs will not be rescheduled resulting in a forfeit, bring the ThunderBolts record to 11-1 on the season. The team is coming off a bye week in their regular schedule. The two week break has allowed the players to get a much needed rest and recover from injuries. The team now sets its focus on the Osceola game, on June 17th at the Silver Spurs Arena at 7pm. Head Coach Teddy Keaton said today "The break has allowed us to rest up, heal, and get ready for our run for the championship."
The organization now sets to recover as they recently terminated General Manager Larry Kiernan, who is currently under investigation for embezzlement of team funds. Quarterback Coach Kenny Johnson has been named the GM for the remainder of the season. Johnson commented saying "Obviously we have taken a loss, but we have a solid ownership and organization, and everything is going as planned. The front office staff has done a great job all year long and despite the distractions, they are working even harder now. We are looking forward to heading over to Osceola and playing football."
The ThunderBolts would also like to Thank their fans and sponsors for all of their support and we are excited to come back home on June 24th for our final regular season game.
The ThunderBolts are at home again June 24 vs. Osceola. Kick off is at 7pm at the Lakeland Center. Single game tickets are available at the Lakeland Center Box Office 863.834.8111 or at any Ticketmaster location 863.682.5300. All home games are played at the Lakeland Center. For more information call 863.688.Thor (8467) or visit our office at 1628 South Florida Ave, Lakeland, FL 33803.
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