Sharks Announce Retirement of Vice President Dave Gleeson

December 17, 2025 - JACKSONVILLE, FL - The Jacksonville Sharks are announcing the retirement of longtime Vice President Dave Gleeson, a cornerstone of the organization's success both on and off the field. Gleeson joined the Sharks in 2016 as a volunteer and developed into his current VP position. He spent his career helping to build an unforgettable fan experience in Jacksonville. During his tenure, the Sharks captured three football championships, and multiple best fan and game operations awards, cementing the Sharks as one of the most exci... Full Story

Skip Holtz to Step Away from United Football League After Historic Championship Run

December 16, 2025 - BIRMINGHAM, AL - Skip Holtz, head coach of the Birmingham Stallions, announced today that he will be stepping away from his role in the United Football League (UFL) to evaluate other opportunities following an extraordinary four-year run highlighted by three consecutive championships (2022-23 USFL; 2024 UFL). He leaves the UFL with a 33-7 regular-season record and 6-1 postseason mark. Statement from Heat Coach Skip Holtz Coaching the Stallions has been one of the great honors of my career. I'm grateful for the players... Full Story

Last Week around the Leagues

December 16, 2025 - This past week Inter Miami CF's Lionel Messi was named Major League Soccer Most Valuable Player for the second year in a row; in the United Football League, Dallas Renegades Head Coach Bob Stoops announced his retirement, and the American Hockey League's Chicago Wolves fired Head Coach Cam Abbott. Highlights from this week come from Major League Soccer, the Major Arena Soccer League, United Football League, Canadian Football League, Indoor Football League, American Hockey League, Western Hockey League, Ontario Hockey Leag... Full Story

Lions Bring Back Veteran Josh Hagerty with Two-Year Pact

December 16, 2025 - (Vancouver) - The BC Lions announced today that National defensive back Josh Hagerty has signed a two-year extension. He was eligible to become a free agent on February 10. Hagerty (6'3, 196 lbs)- following his release from Winnipeg in July, the Regina native signed with the Lions for the remainder of 2025 and registered five special teams tackles in ten regular season contests. He went on to appear in both Grey Cup Playoff games and helped force a big special teams fumble that went a long way in securing the Western Semi... Full Story

• Sharks Announce Retirement of Vice President Dave Gleeson - Jacksonville Sharks (IFL) December 17
• Tucson Sugar Skulls Announce Partnership with the Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl for "Kick It for Tickets" Fan Contest - Tucson Sugar Skulls (IFL) December 16
• Skip Holtz to Step Away from United Football League After Historic Championship Run - Birmingham Stallions (UFL) December 16
• Last Week around the Leagues - (UFL) December 16
• Lions Bring Back Veteran Josh Hagerty with Two-Year Pact - B.C. Lions (CFL) December 16
• Riders Extend National Defensive Back Jayden Dalke - Saskatchewan Roughriders (CFL) December 16
• Blue Bombers Sign Redha Kramdi to Two-Year Contract Extension - Winnipeg Blue Bombers (CFL) December 16
• Sharks Add Two NFL Rookie Camp Attendees - Jacksonville Sharks (IFL) December 16
• Canadian Linebacker Tyrell Richards Back in 2026 - Montreal Alouettes (CFL) December 16
• Riders Ink American WR Malik Knowles - Saskatchewan Roughriders (CFL) December 16
• Knight Hawks Sign Veteran DB Clifton Duck for 2026 Season - Vegas Knight Hawks (IFL) December 15
• Weekly Sports League and Franchise Report - (AF1) December 15
• Brady Oliveira Signs Three-Year Contract Extension with Blue Bombers - Winnipeg Blue Bombers (CFL) December 15
• Bob Stoops of the Dallas Renegades Announces Retirement from Head Coaching - Dallas Renegades (UFL) December 15
• RedBlacks Re-Sign Most Outstanding Lineman Dino Boyd - Ottawa RedBlacks (CFL) December 15
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