Two More Players Signed to Roster
Published on February 10, 2009 under Indoor Football League (IFL)
Wichita Wild News Release
The Wichita Wild of the Indoor Football League (IFL) has signed two more players to the offensive side of the ball. The Wild have added running back Darius Fudge and offensive lineman Garrett Gretz. Fudge was a two-time all-conference selection while at Western Carolina, while Gretz was a two-time all-conference selection during his time at Evangel University.
The 2009 season will be Fudge's first year of professional football. Fudge finished his playing career at Western Carolina in 2006. During that season he was named team MVP and to the All-Southern Conference team. Fudge led the team in rushing with 1,046 yards on 229 carries during the campaign and also scored four touchdowns. As a junior, Fudge gained a team leading 722 yards on the ground and scored three touchdowns. He was named to the All-Southern Conference team following the campaign.
In 2004, Fudge played in all 11 games for the Catamounts and gained 473 yards on 81 carries. Fudge played a key role in Western Carolina?s upset of top ranked Appalachian State, when he rushed for 134 yards on just nine carries. The Riverdale, GA native played in 10 games as a freshman in 2003. Most of his playing time was on special teams.
Gretz was a four year starter from 2004-2007 at Evangel. The Great Bend, KS native was an all-conference selection in 2005 and 2007. The Crusaders finished the 2005 season 9-3 and an appearance in the NAIA National Quarterfinals. Gretz was selected to the 5A All State team in 2003 while at Great Bend High School and played for the East squad in the 2004 Kansas East-West Shrine game.
Fans are encouraged to call the Wild office at 316-440-5044 to reserve their seats in the brand new Hartman Arena for the 2009 season. Wild season tickets start at $98 for the entire season.
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