Storm Training Camp Kicks Off Friday, March 17

Wednesday February 15, 2017

 Storm Training Camp to be held Skyway Park

TAMPA BAY – The Tampa Bay Storm opens training camp Friday, March 17 at Skyway Park (3901 George Road, Tampa, FL 33634) in preparation for the 2017 Arena Football League season.

“The League is entering its 30th season and as the charter member we are proud to be a part of this great institution,” said Storm vice president of football operations Jeff Gooch. “The quest to restore the team to prominence begins in training camp. With Coach James leading the way along with his staff, and the current roster, we believe we have the tools necessary to compete at a high level.”

Players will report for the first day of camp on Friday, March 17 at Skyway Park. Friday will be the first of two non-contact practices (Friday and Saturday), with Sunday, March 19 being the first day of padded practice.

Training camp rosters consist of 35 players, plus invitees, who will compete for 24 spots on the opening roster. Final rosters must be turned into the League office by 5:00 p.m. ET on Sunday, April 1.

The Storm kicks off the 2017 AFL season on the road, on Saturday, April 8 when it heads to Cleveland, Ohio to take on the Gladiators at Quicken Loans Arena. Kickoff is set for 7:00 p.m. ET.

Upcoming Tampa Bay Storm Training Camp Practice Schedule

Date Location Time
Friday – 3/17 Skyway 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Saturday – 3/18 Skyway 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Sunday – 3/19 Skyway 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Monday – 3/20 Skyway 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Tuesday – 3/21 Skyway 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Wednesday – 3/22 Skyway 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Thursday – 3/23 Skyway 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Friday – 3/24 Skyway 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Saturday – 3/25 Skyway 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – 28-Man Roster Due
Sunday - 3/26 No Practice Off Day For Players
Monday – 3/27 Skyway 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Tuesday – 3/28 Skyway 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Wednesday – 3/29 Skyway 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Thursday – 3/30 Skyway 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Friday – 3/31 Skyway 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Saturday – 4/1 No Practice Off Day For Players – 24-Man Roster Due
*** Interview availability 12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
*** Times and location subject to change.

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