Xplorers look to rebound against Blitz

June 9, 2004 - arenafootball2 (af2)
Memphis Xplorers News Release


SOUTHAVEN, MS- The Memphis Xplorers of af2 will be back in action this weekend at the DeSoto Civic Center in search of the season sweep of the red-hot Bakersfield Blitz.

Bakersfield comes into this contest having won two in a row and four out of their last five. The one loss they did incur over that stretch was to Memphis, back on May 22, 2004, in Bakersfield, where the Xplorers, backed by starting QB Brian Jones ousted the Blitz 72-51. Jones was responsible for nine touchdowns, passing for six and rushing in three. Jones would earn the award of Baby Ruth Real Deal Offensive Player of the Week for his performance.

Jones, along with offensive specialist and kick returner Kevin Prentiss will be returning to the lineup after sitting out last weeks game with injuries.

This contest is a critical one for the Xplorers, who currently stand at 4-5 in the league and in second place in the Mid-South Division. Three of the next four games for Memphis are at home.

This week the team will spotlight the non-profit organization "First Book". "First Book" provides books to underprivileged children, and receives most books through public donations. Fans will get $2 off any seat if they bring in a new book.

The Xplorers are also honoring "Dads and Grads" this weekend. Each recent graduate who brings in a diploma and a book to donate to "First Book" will receive $3 off any seat.

Dads will have the opportunity to walk out of the arena in a brand new car. Each Dad in attendance can register at the guest services booth prior to the start of the game for a chance to win the Hensley Suzuki Halftime Challenge.

Game time is scheduled for 7:05 PM CST, with pre-game scheduled for approximately 6:55 PM. All sixteen regular season Xplorers football games will be heard throughout the Mid-South on SportsPlus 790 WMC, and worldwide on SportsJuice.com. In addition, all home games will be broadcast on X-Cast, a special in-house radio broadcast designed specifically for the DeSoto Civic Center. X-Cast airs on 107.9 FM, and can be received while in the DeSoto Civic Center by using a walkman or other personal radio. Fans can also watch the Xplorers during selected games during the season on AF2TV.com, which offers live streaming video and audio on a pay-per-view basis. For more information, contact the Xplorers office at 662-342-1755.



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