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July 14, 2020 - Team Founder and President Jawad Yatim responded to the announcement that the Pirates will not be taking part in the 2021 National Arena League season with some good news on the horizon.
"We are disappointed in the National Arena League for choosing to make our private business endeavors their public matter. We have honored our three-year commitment and our focus solely lies on putting the Massachusetts Pirates in the best position possible for continued success in the future. Prior to today, we had expressed to the NAL t... Full Story
July 12, 2020 - About six months ago, the Massachusetts Pirates signed cornerback and reigning Arena Bowl Champion Tevin Homer. The 6-foot-2, physical defensive back has had quite the path to the Pirates, as he spent time on the Redskins roster in 2017 before joining the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the Canadian Football League in 2018. His football journey carried into Arena Football when he joined the Albany Empire last season and was the leading tackler in Arena Bowl XXXII.
Following the 2019 season, Homer was in search of a new team. The... Full Story
June 13, 2020 - The Massachusetts Pirates and the National Arena League are formally announcing the cancellation of the 2020 season due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pirates President/GM Jawad Yatim released the following statement to all of the team's fans about the league's decision.
"It's an unfortunate situation for all, a tough pill to swallow so to speak but it's bigger than us at the moment and we had to move on and begin preparing for the 2021 season. In regards to Massachusetts, we were willing to do whatever was necessary to com... Full Story
June 12, 2020 - Two defensive tackles have been building chemistry off the field with the pandemic barring any field work.
Youhanna Ghaifan and Willie Yarbary have been spending their time watching movies, talking about their college days, strengths, and weaknesses to know everything about each other to make it easier when they take the field.
"I guess we're fortunate that some of the defensive players have stayed like Willie and I," Ghaifan told masspiratesfootball.com. "We've done some workouts together so that's kind of where our c... Full Story
Massachusetts Pirates News
Massachusetts Pirates Respond to National Arena League Announcement
July 14, 2020 - Team Founder and President Jawad Yatim responded to the announcement that the Pirates will not be taking part in the 2021 National Arena League season with some good news on the horizon.
"We are disappointed in the National Arena League for choosing to make our private business endeavors their public matter. We have honored our three-year commitment and our focus solely lies on putting the Massachusetts Pirates in the best position possible for continued success in the future. Prior to today, we had expressed to the NAL t... Full StoryMore Massachusetts Pirates stories below
Tevin Homer Relaxed and Ready to Go
July 12, 2020 - About six months ago, the Massachusetts Pirates signed cornerback and reigning Arena Bowl Champion Tevin Homer. The 6-foot-2, physical defensive back has had quite the path to the Pirates, as he spent time on the Redskins roster in 2017 before joining the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the Canadian Football League in 2018. His football journey carried into Arena Football when he joined the Albany Empire last season and was the leading tackler in Arena Bowl XXXII.
Following the 2019 season, Homer was in search of a new team. The... Full StoryNational Arena League Announces Cancellation of 2020 Season
June 13, 2020 - The Massachusetts Pirates and the National Arena League are formally announcing the cancellation of the 2020 season due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pirates President/GM Jawad Yatim released the following statement to all of the team's fans about the league's decision.
"It's an unfortunate situation for all, a tough pill to swallow so to speak but it's bigger than us at the moment and we had to move on and begin preparing for the 2021 season. In regards to Massachusetts, we were willing to do whatever was necessary to com... Full StoryPirates Defensive Linemen Youhanna Ghaifan and Willie Yarbary Talk Building Chemistry During Pandemic
June 12, 2020 - Two defensive tackles have been building chemistry off the field with the pandemic barring any field work.
Youhanna Ghaifan and Willie Yarbary have been spending their time watching movies, talking about their college days, strengths, and weaknesses to know everything about each other to make it easier when they take the field.
"I guess we're fortunate that some of the defensive players have stayed like Willie and I," Ghaifan told masspiratesfootball.com. "We've done some workouts together so that's kind of where our c... Full StoryMassachusetts Pirates News
- Massachusetts Pirates Respond to National Arena League Announcement - July 14, 2020
- Tevin Homer Relaxed and Ready to Go - July 12, 2020
- National Arena League Announces Cancellation of 2020 Season - June 13, 2020
- Pirates Defensive Linemen Youhanna Ghaifan and Willie Yarbary Talk Building Chemistry During Pandemic - June 12, 2020
- Khalid Wooten: We Need to Play to Bring People Together - June 11, 2020
- Pirates Coaches Look Back to Move Forward - May 14, 2020
- The NAL Quarterbacks of 2020 - May 11, 2020
- Pirates Sign Offensive Lineman Kendall Baker - May 7, 2020
- Rayshaun Kizer on Love, Aggression and Sensitivity - May 3, 2020
- Gray Angles Toward Success with Pirates - April 29, 2020
- Pirates Look to "Find a Way" in 2020 - April 21, 2020
- Pirates Address COVID-19 - March 18, 2020
- Pirates Release Brackett for Right Reasons - March 18, 2020
- Ghaifan Signs with Pirates - December 17, 2019
- Pirates Sign OL Chasz Wright - December 16, 2019
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League: National Arena LeagueHome: Worcester, Massachusetts
Class: Indoor
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| Sat., Jul 18 | Massachusetts at West Virginia | Ppd. | |
| Sat., Jul 11 | Jacksonville at Massachusetts | Ppd. | |
| Sat., Jun 27 | Massachusetts at Columbus | Ppd. | |
| Sat., Jun 20 | Jersey at Massachusetts | Ppd. | |
| Sat., Jun 13 | Columbus at Massachusetts | Ppd. | |
| Sat., May 30 | West Virginia at Massachusetts | Ppd. | |
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Massachusetts Pirates Headlines
- Indoor football: Massachusetts Pirates continue to focus forward - NAL Worcester Telegram & Gazette (June 24)
- Pirates, National Arena League announce cancellation of 2020 season - NAL Worcester Telegram & Gazette (June 13)
- Arena football: Massachusetts Pirates hope to maintain success when league can kick off season - NAL Worcester Telegram & Gazette (April 6)
- Former Cape Cod League manager, wife die in helicopter crash with Kobe Bryant, daughter - NAL Worcester Telegram & Gazette (January 27)
- Arena Football: Massachusetts Pirates name former Patriot Patrick Pass coach - NAL Worcester Telegram & Gazette (November 11)
- Worcester pro sports teams compete for fans, corporate sponsors - NAL Worcester Telegram & Gazette (October 20)
- Massachusetts Pirates agree to third year of lease, will play at DCU Center in 2020 - NAL Worcester Telegram & Gazette (October 17)
- Indoor Football: Massachusetts Pirates change course, will return for third NAL indoor football season at DCU Center - NAL Worcester Telegram & Gazette (October 11)
- Arena football: Massachusetts Pirates seek new league - NAL Worcester Telegram & Gazette (September 28)
- Anchors aweigh as Massachusetts Pirates end arena league affiliation - NAL Worcester Telegram & Gazette (September 27)
- Arena football: Mass. Pirates owner looks forward to third season - NAL Worcester Telegram & Gazette (August 11)
- Arena football: Mass. Pirates owner Jawad Yatim looks forward to third season - NAL Worcester Telegram & Gazette (August 11)
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