Wolves standouts from 2003 look forward to their new home in New Hampshire
February 9, 2004 - arenafootball2 (af2)
Manchester Wolves News Release
MANCHESTER, N.H. (February 11, 2004) - The arenafootball2 league office announced today that
defensive specialist Allistair Sebastien and fullback/linebacker Ronnie Nicks have been assigned to the Manchester Wolves, New Hampshire's newest professional football team. Sebastien and Nicks both played starring roles on the Wolves' 2003 team that reached the second round of the af2 playoffs.
"Allistair and Ronnie are two players I'm excited about having here with us," Wolves Head Coach Rik Richards said. "These guys are super-talented, know how to play the game and know what it takes to win. They're going to be two of our leaders."
Sebastien, a two-year af2 veteran, led the Wolves last season in tackles (65), interceptions (6) and pass breakups (24). The 6-0, 200-pound defensive back's six interceptions also tied a team record for most interceptions in one season. Sebastien stood out for the Wolves in the 2003 postseason as well, recording a team-best 10.0 tackles and three pass breakups in two playoff contests. The Roosevelt, NY native also earned two ADT Defensive Player of the Game awards. In his rookie af2 season of 2002 with the New Haven Ninjas, Sebastien recorded four interceptions in just seven games, which tied him for the third highest total on the team. He also ranked sixth in tackles with 33.5 overall. Sebastien is a 2001 graduate of St. John's University.
Nicks was another strong defensive presence for the Wolves in 2003. The 6-2, 250-pounder played in 11 regular season games for the Wolves last season and registered 12.5 tackles and two sacks on defense. On offense, Nicks had eight carries on the season for 32 yards and one touchdown. The Kilgore, TX native also saw action in both postseason games for the Wolves. As a collegian, Nicks played in 29 games over his four-year career at Notre Dame from 1996-1999, finishing with 58 total tackles and two tackles for loss. He also started all nine games in which he appeared during his senior season of 1999.
The Wolves currently have 17 players officially on their training camp roster. Training camp begins on Thursday, March 18.
Don't miss the Wolves first season of hard-hitting action in New Hampshire. Season ticket packages for the Wolves are available for dream, lower bowl and upper bowl seats. Dream seats can be purchased at $260 per season ticket for adults and $160 per season ticket for youths or seniors. Lower bowl seats are available for $180 per season ticket for adults and $100 for youths or seniors. Upper bowl seats can be purchased for $112 per season ticket for adults and $76 per season ticket for youths or seniors.
The Wolves kick off their inaugural season in New Hampshire on Saturday, April 10 against the Quad City Steamwheelers at the Verizon Wireless Arena. That night will truly be historic as the Manchester Wolves host the first arena football game ever played at the Verizon Wireless Arena. All eight Wolves home games start at 7:30 PM.
For more information on obtaining season tickets for the Manchester Wolves, fans can contact the Wolves office at 603.627.WOLF (9653) or visit them on the web at www.manchesterwolves.com.
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