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NEWS:
Arena Football One announce the addition of Oceanside Bombers (California).
Per @af1football.bsky.social Announcement
#AF1 #ArenaFootballOne #ArenaFootball
NEWS:
Billings Outlaws announce decision to enter dormancy for 2026 season, as they seek a new market.m for the team.
Per Billings Outlaws Announcement
#AF1 #ArenaFootballOne #ArenaFootball
Episode: 137 "The Dukes Join CoFL"
This week I’m joined by Cincinnati Dukes President & Owners LeVar Berry to discuss his team, joining the Continental Football League and more!
#CoFL #ForgedInTradition
#CoFL2026 #SummerFootball
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UPCOMING:
Following Continental Football League announcement, on our newest episode I welcome a special guest
to discuss the news & more!
Be sure to tune in on November 11th.
#CoFL #CoFL2026 #ForgedInTradition
NEWS:
European Football Alliance announce the addition of London & Milan teams. Full brand reveals & more to be announced “soon”.
Per EFA Announcement
#EFA #EFA2026
NEWS:
The Arena League announced a yet to be named expansion team in Memphis, Tennessee. The team is the first of three new teams to be revealed & set to participate in the 2026 season.
Per TAL Announcement
#TAL #TAL2026 #ArenaFootball
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05.11.2025 00:43 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
Episode: 136 "Kick and Punt Like a Byrd"
This week, I’m joined by AF1’s Washington Wolfpack kicker Evan Byrd to discuss his football journey & more!
#AF1 #ArenaFootballOne #ArenaFootball #Player54
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UPCOMING:
On the newest episode of #Player54 I welcome Washington Wolfpack kicker Evan Byrd to discuss his football journey & more!
Be sure to tune in on November 1st.
#AF1 #ArenaFootballOne #ArenaFootball
NEWS:
Continental Football League’s Texas Syndicate announce James Champagne as Defensive Coordinator.
Per Texas Syndicate Announcement
#CoFL #TexasSyndicateFootball #CoFL2026
The #CoFL has "The Continental Shift". This BOLD inclusion of American & Canadian rules in the same game is a #GameChanger
Experienced coaches are available to lead the #CoFL2026 return to the field. Here are my ideal candidates for the remaining #CoFL openings.
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The reintroduced Continental Football League & their "The Continental Shift" will be a #GameChanger
I'm interested to see how each of the #CoFL teams will approach building their coaching staffs & rosters. This isn't Grandpa's football league. Come #CoFL2026 Two Rulebooks, One Game!
Episode: 135 “The Return of the Toros”
This week I’m joined by San Antonio Toros president & co-owner Joshua Mair to discuss his team, Continental Football League and more!
#COFL #COFL2026 #ForgedInTradition
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UPCOMING:
On our newest episode I sit down with San Antonio Toros president & co-owner Joshua Mair to discuss his team, joining the Continental Football League & more!
Be sure to tune in on October 27th.
#COFL #COFL2026 #ForgedInTradition
NEWS:
COFL’s Texas Syndicate announce Tre Harbison as Offensive Coordinator.
Per Texas Syndicate Announcement
#COFL #TexasSyndicateFootball #COFL2026
Episode: 134 “PIFL: A Galaxy Near You”
This week I sit down with Kristopher Moss to discuss his Northeast Arkansas Galaxy, joining Professional Independent Football League & more!
#PIFL #PIFL2026 #Player54
youtu.be/KuQeRsC05YU?...
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NEWS:
Championship Football Association announce Scranton Shockwave (Pennsylvania) as a member of its NorthEast Conference.
Per CFA Facebook Announcement
#CFA #CFA2026
NEWS:
Championship Football Association announce Board & Commissioners.
Per CFA Facebook Announcement
#CFA #CFA2026
NEWS:
Championship Football Association announce Midland Mustangs (Texas) as a member of its Big South: West Conference.
Per CFA Facebook Announcement
#CFA #CFA2026
UPCOMING:
On our next #Player54 episode, I sit down with Northeast Arkansas Galaxy owner & general manager Kristopher Moss to discuss his team, joining Professional Independent Football League & more!
Be sure to tune in on October 25th.
#PIFL #PIFL2026
Latest episode of #Player54 is available!
Episode: 133 “Syndicate Have Their Man”
Texas Syndicate head coach Michael Coleman joins the show to discuss his role, mindset, Continental Football League & more!
#COFL #SummerFootball #ForgedInTradition
youtu.be/3Rj9IzjbU00?...
Tomorrow my conversation with head coach Michael Coleman will be available. Join us as we discuss his journey, role with the Texas Syndicate, COFL & more!
#COFL #SummerFootball #ForgedInTradition
NEWS:
IFL’s Massachusetts Pirates announce team is leaving the state of Massachusetts. New market & venue details will be announced on a future date.
Per Massachusetts Pirates Announcement
#IFL #IFL2026 #IndoorFootball
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NEWS:
Continental Football League’s Texas Syndicate announce Michael Coleman as their first Head Coach.
Per Texas Syndicate Announcement
#COFL #SummerFootball #ForgedInTradition
I’ve been approached by multiple outlets interested in adding my content, work & possible new collaborations to their platform. I’m grateful for my Pro Football Newsroom affiliation, however after some consideration, I’m open to conversations regarding new opportunities.
15.10.2025 21:09 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
NEWS:
Arena Football One announce the Michigan Arsenal have joined the league.
Per AF1 Announcement
#AF1 #ArenaFootballOne
NEWS:
Continental Football League announce innovative rule: “The Continental Shift”.
Per COFL Announcement
#COFL #ForgedInTradition #SummerFootball
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NEWS:
American Arena League announce Jersey Bearcats membership for the 2026 season.
Per AAL Announcement
#AAL #AAL2026 #ArenaFootball
NEWS:
American Arena League announce Mississippi Wolfpack membership for the 2026 season.
Per AAL Announcement
#AAL #AAL2026 #ArenaFootball
