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Joe Thoms Articles 5/1/2001 Tailgaters try to start new Firebirds Tradition 4/17/2001 Firebirds’ TV Talent Great, But Nothing Beats Being There 4/10/2001 Firebirds provide first class thrills and atmosphere for all 4/1/2001 Firebirds Open House a Rousing Success

Joe Thoms Bio Joe Thoms is an Indianapolis attorney and a partner in the law firm of Thoms & Thoms. Joe’s primary writing experience is in drafting criminal appeals. This is his first effort at sportswriting.