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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
March 11, 2026 - ORLANDO, FL - Copeland brings experience from three professional leagues to the Pirates including four stops in the National Football League.
A native of Pensacola, FL, the former wideout with the Florida Gators and the Maryland Terrapins signed as an undrafted free agent with the Tennessee Titans in 2023. That same summer he saw action in the preseason with the Minnesota Vikings. He then joined the practice squad with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
In January of 2024 the 6'1", 200 lb. wideout signed a futures contract with ... Full Story
March 11, 2026 - ORLANDO, FL - The Orlando Pirates have signed wide receiver Dante Wright. Wright, who played in 46 collegiate games with Colorado State and Temple University, signed as an undrafted free agent with the Kansas City Chiefs of the National Football League last season and went to Rookie Minicamp.
During his college career Wright pulled in 221 receptions for 2,995 yards with 17 touchdowns. He also ran 76 times for 267 yards with two scores.
A native of Navarre, FL, Wright made an immediate impact at Colorado State as he sta... Full Story
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Pirates 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 StoryMore Orlando Pirates stories below
Pirates 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 StoryPirates Sign Wide Receiver Jacob Copeland
March 11, 2026 - ORLANDO, FL - Copeland brings experience from three professional leagues to the Pirates including four stops in the National Football League.
A native of Pensacola, FL, the former wideout with the Florida Gators and the Maryland Terrapins signed as an undrafted free agent with the Tennessee Titans in 2023. That same summer he saw action in the preseason with the Minnesota Vikings. He then joined the practice squad with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
In January of 2024 the 6'1", 200 lb. wideout signed a futures contract with ... Full StoryPirates Sign Wide Receiver Dante Wright
March 11, 2026 - ORLANDO, FL - The Orlando Pirates have signed wide receiver Dante Wright. Wright, who played in 46 collegiate games with Colorado State and Temple University, signed as an undrafted free agent with the Kansas City Chiefs of the National Football League last season and went to Rookie Minicamp.
During his college career Wright pulled in 221 receptions for 2,995 yards with 17 touchdowns. He also ran 76 times for 267 yards with two scores.
A native of Navarre, FL, Wright made an immediate impact at Colorado State as he sta... Full StoryOrlando Pirates News
- Pirates Sign Defensive Lineman Zykeius Strong - March 18, 2026
- Pirates Sign Darta Lee - March 14, 2026
- Pirates Sign Wide Receiver Dante Wright - March 11, 2026
- Pirates Sign Wide Receiver Jacob Copeland - 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
- Pirates Sign Wide Receiver Isaiah McKoy - March 2, 2026
- Orlando Pirates Sign Defensive Back Will Sunderland - 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
- Pirates Sign Defensive Lineman Octavious Oxendine for the 2026 Season. - February 22, 2026
- Pirates Sign Running Back Dewayne McBride for the 2026 Season - February 22, 2026
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| 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 |
| Sat., Jun 21 | W | Tulsa 37 at Orlando 58 | Final |
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