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March 26, 2026 - ALBUQUERQUE, NM - Pirates running back Pooka Williams had four rushing touchdowns to lead the Pirates to a 41-38 come from behind victory over the New Mexico Chupacabras in their first-ever game representing the City of Orlando. It also marked the first-ever professional start for quarterback Paxton DeLaurent as he completed 17 of 20 passes for 99 yards and a touchdown on the road in the Tingley Coliseum.
The Pirates (1-0) actually found themselves trailing on the first play of the game as Dante Wright was unable to retur... Full Story
March 22, 2026 - Orlando, FL - The Orlando Pirates will play for the first time on Sunday, March 22 at 4:00 PM (Eastern) at the Tingley Coliseum Albuquerque vs. the New Mexico Chupacabras. Not only will this be the first game for the Pirates representing the City of Orlando, but this will be the inaugural game for the Chupacabras who joined the Indoor Football League this season.
Season Openers
The Pirates have a history of starting the season off right as they sport a 5-2 all-time record in season openers. They are even better when ... Full Story
March 18, 2026 - ORLANDO, FL - The Orlando Pirates of the Indoor Football League have signed defensive lineman Zykeius Strong for the 2026 season. Strong made quite an impression on the entire coaching staff at the Pirates open tryout.
"Zykeius really showed out," head coach Rob Keefe said. "Not only did he perform well but he looked the part too. He had quality reps in college against high level opponents. Sometimes scouts at higher levels miss out on really good talent. This is what this opportunity is for."
Strong stands 6'6'' 265-p... Full Story
March 14, 2026 - ORLANDO, FL - The Orlando Pirates of the Indoor Football League have signed offensive lineman Darta Lee for the 2026 season. Lee stands 6'4'' 325-pounds and has been honing his craft in the Canadian Football League.
The 27-year old is a Texas native who was able to play at AT&T Stadium during high school. No moment was too big for Lee as he went on to become the first true freshman to start on the offensive line for Illinois' season opener in the last 20 seasons.
Lee went to Kilgore College for the 2017 season before h... Full Story
The Orlando Pirates are an indoor football team. Based in Orlando, Florida, they are a member of the Indoor Football League.
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Pirates Win First Game of the 2026 Season on the Road
March 26, 2026 - ALBUQUERQUE, NM - Pirates running back Pooka Williams had four rushing touchdowns to lead the Pirates to a 41-38 come from behind victory over the New Mexico Chupacabras in their first-ever game representing the City of Orlando. It also marked the first-ever professional start for quarterback Paxton DeLaurent as he completed 17 of 20 passes for 99 yards and a touchdown on the road in the Tingley Coliseum.
The Pirates (1-0) actually found themselves trailing on the first play of the game as Dante Wright was unable to retur... Full StoryMore Orlando Pirates stories below
Orlando Pirates Shove Off in New Mexico
March 22, 2026 - Orlando, FL - The Orlando Pirates will play for the first time on Sunday, March 22 at 4:00 PM (Eastern) at the Tingley Coliseum Albuquerque vs. the New Mexico Chupacabras. Not only will this be the first game for the Pirates representing the City of Orlando, but this will be the inaugural game for the Chupacabras who joined the Indoor Football League this season.
Season Openers
The Pirates have a history of starting the season off right as they sport a 5-2 all-time record in season openers. They are even better when ... Full StoryPirates Sign Defensive Lineman Zykeius Strong
March 18, 2026 - ORLANDO, FL - The Orlando Pirates of the Indoor Football League have signed defensive lineman Zykeius Strong for the 2026 season. Strong made quite an impression on the entire coaching staff at the Pirates open tryout.
"Zykeius really showed out," head coach Rob Keefe said. "Not only did he perform well but he looked the part too. He had quality reps in college against high level opponents. Sometimes scouts at higher levels miss out on really good talent. This is what this opportunity is for."
Strong stands 6'6'' 265-p... Full StoryPirates Sign Darta Lee
March 14, 2026 - ORLANDO, FL - The Orlando Pirates of the Indoor Football League have signed offensive lineman Darta Lee for the 2026 season. Lee stands 6'4'' 325-pounds and has been honing his craft in the Canadian Football League.
The 27-year old is a Texas native who was able to play at AT&T Stadium during high school. No moment was too big for Lee as he went on to become the first true freshman to start on the offensive line for Illinois' season opener in the last 20 seasons.
Lee went to Kilgore College for the 2017 season before h... Full StoryOrlando Pirates News
- Pirates Win First Game of the 2026 Season on the Road - March 26, 2026
- Orlando Pirates Shove Off in New Mexico - March 22, 2026
- Pirates Sign Defensive Lineman Zykeius Strong - March 18, 2026
- Pirates Sign Darta Lee - March 14, 2026
- Pirates Sign Wide Receiver Jacob Copeland - March 11, 2026
- Pirates Sign Wide Receiver Dante Wright - March 11, 2026
- Lora Costantini to Lead Dance Team - March 5, 2026
- Pirates Sign Defensive Lineman Gilber Edmond - March 4, 2026
- Pirates Fresh off a Great Turnout for Open Tryouts - March 3, 2026
- Orlando Pirates Sign Defensive Back Will Sunderland - March 2, 2026
- Pirates Sign Wide Receiver Isaiah McKoy - March 2, 2026
- Orlando Pirates Sign Linebacker Khari Coleman - March 2, 2026
- Orlando Pirates Sign Defensive Lineman Gilber Edmond - March 1, 2026
- Pirates Announce Coaching Staff for 2026 - February 28, 2026
- Pirates Sign Defensive Back Dexter Lawson for the 2026 Season. - February 23, 2026
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Orlando Pirates make a catch against the boards vs. the New Mexico Chupacabras
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League: Indoor Football LeagueHome: Orlando, Florida
Class: Indoor
Website: Orlando Pirates site
Schedule: Full Orlando Pirates Schedule
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| Sun., Mar 22 | W | Orlando 41 at New Mexico 38 | Final |
| Fri., Jul 25 | L | Bay Area 45 at Orlando 30 | Final |
| Fri., Jul 18 | L | Orlando 27 at Green Bay 56 | Final |
| Sat., Jul 12 | L | Orlando 28 at Tulsa 35 | Final (OT) |
| Thu., Jul 3 | W | Iowa 31 at Orlando 54 | Final |
| Sat., Jun 28 | L | Orlando 35 at Quad City 56 | Final |
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Orlando Pirates Headlines
- Orlando's new professional indoor football team, the Pirates, to host an open practice & Fan Fest - IFL WFTV (March 26)
- Transplanted Orlando Pirates win 1st game of Indoor Football League season - IFL Orlando Sentinel (March 23)
- Emptying the Notebook: Uriah's gem, Jake's 3s, Olen passes Alford, and the Lobos moving on to NIT quarters - IFL Albuquerque Journal (March 23)
- New Mexico Chupacabras drop season opener to Orlando - IFL Albuquerque Journal (March 23)
- VIDEO: Cheer Week - Orlando Pirates - IFL YouTube (March 4)
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