Weekly Sports League and Franchise Report

September 21, 2020 - BASEBALL International League: Although the Indianapolis Indians of the Triple-A International League have yet to comment on a possible name change for the team, a recent unscientific poll in the city found that 67 percent of the respondents think the team should change its name. About seven weeks ago the team announced it would form a committee to reassess the appropriateness of its team name. Coastal Plain League: The summer-collegiate CPL announced it will add a new team in Spartanburg (SC) for the 2021 season. ... Full Story

Lions Sign UTEP Standout

September 20, 2020 - Following the signing of two quarterbacks, the Columbus Lions are looking to improve the team's ability to protect the quarterbacks. Jerrod Brooks, a offensive lineman from the UTEP, was signed by the Lions this past week. Brooks went to Seagoville high school in Dallas, Texas before joining the Miners. In his time at Seagoville, the offense was very successful. During his senior season, Seagoville was second in their district 265 rushing yards per game and 35 touchdowns. They were also second in the district in scoring t... Full Story

Oakland Panthers to Go Dormant for the 2021 Season

September 18, 2020 - OAKLAND, CA - Due to the significant economic repercussions and uncertainties caused by COVID-19, the Oakland Panthers have decided not to play in the upcoming IFL 2021 season. As the economic situation develops in the coming months, the team intends to prepare for a return for the 2022 season. As we continue to navigate an unprecedented period of uncertainty in sports history, we know that our team, our community, and our fans will emerge stronger than ever. Oakland is still Oakland. The Bay is still the Bay. While this... Full Story

Sharks Sign All-NAL Defensive Back Keiron Jones

September 18, 2020 - JACKSONVILLE - The 2019 National Arena League Champion Jacksonville Sharks have announced today the signing of Defensive Back Keiron Jones who signs for his sixth season of arena football and his second with the Jacksonville Sharks. Jones (5'10, 185) last played for the Atlantic City Blackjacks of the Arena Football League (AFL) as a defensive back. During the 2019 season, he totaled 13 tackles, three pass breakups, one forced fumble, and one interception for Atlantic City. He also spent time as a kick returner for the Bl... Full Story

• Weekly Sports League and Franchise Report - (IFL) September 21
• Lions Sign UTEP Standout - Columbus Lions (NAL) September 20
• Oakland Panthers to Go Dormant for the 2021 Season - Oakland Panthers (IFL) September 18
• Sharks Sign All-NAL Defensive Back Keiron Jones - Jacksonville Sharks (NAL) September 18
• Carolina Cobras Sign DB Tee Shepard - Carolina Cobras (NAL) September 18
• Vaughns Returns to Barnstormers - Iowa Barnstormers (IFL) September 17
• Fuller Brings Back League Leading Fullback Alstevis Squirewell - Jacksonville Sharks (NAL) September 17
• Experienced Center Schonbrunner Signs with Sugar Skulls - Tucson Sugar Skulls (IFL) September 17
• Athletic RB Duo Added to Rattlers Backfield - Arizona Rattlers (IFL) September 17
• Louisville Xtreme Re-Sign Head Coach Mark Stoute - Louisville Xtreme (NAL) September 17
• Cobras Sign WR Quan Shorts - Carolina Cobras (NAL) September 17
• Former UCONN Star Is Coming to the Lions Den - Columbus Lions (NAL) September 16
• Sharks Add Three More to 2021 Roster - Jacksonville Sharks (NAL) September 16
• Former IFL Offensive POY, RB Monroe Re-Signs with Rattlers - Arizona Rattlers (IFL) September 16
• All-IFL First-Teamer, RB Jones Re-Signs with Tucson - Tucson Sugar Skulls (IFL) September 16
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