(8/13) QB Aaron Garcia has his storybook ending after all. The quarterback for the Jacksonville Sharks called his own number on the final play of ArenaBowl XXIV and came up with the biggest play in his storied career. Thanks to WR Jeron Harvey's 10-yard TD reception with no time remaining, the Sharks beat the host Arizona Rattlers to claim ArenaBowl XXIV by a 73-70 score in front of 14,320 at the US Airways Center....
AFL moves to six-man officiating crewsAFL Press Release
The Arena Football League will move to a six-man officiating crew during the 2012 season, AFL Commissioner Jerry B. Kurz announced today.
Landmark partnership reached between AFL and NET10AFL Press Release
America’s no contract wireless service provider will be the presenting partner of all 23 “Arena Football Friday” broadcasts during the League’s Silver Anniversary.
AFL announces Silver Anniversary CommitteeAFL Press Release
The Arena Football League today announced the 25 members serving on the League’s Silver Anniversary Committee.
AFL and Spalding launch 25th Anniversary game ballAFL Press Release
The AFL, in conjunction with Spalding, is pleased to announce the launch of its special edition, 25th Anniversary game ball. As the League enters its 25th season in 2012, the ball aims to celebrate the Silver Anniversary of the Arena Football League.
Top playmaker Smith to return to SharksJacksonville Sharks Press Release
The ArenaBowl XXIV Champion Jacksonville Sharks announced Thursday that another key member of the team’s championship secondary will return next season. WR/DB Terrance Smith has been assigned to the team for 2012 for what will be his second season with the Sharks and in the Arena Football League.
2012 AFL schedule, division alignment announcedAFL Press Release
The Arena Football League today announced the 2012 regular season schedule, which will begin on Friday, March 9, 2012 on NFL Network. The final day of the 2012 regular season is scheduled for Sunday, July 22, 2012. The AFL will be celebrating its 25th Anniversary during the 2012 season and will continue playing an enhanced, 18-game schedule.
AFL to air on NFL Network for third consecutive yearAFL Press Release
The Arena Football League will continue for its third consecutive season on NFL Network, AFL Commissioner Jerry B. Kurz announced today. In the last two postseason games of the 2011 season, “Arena Football Friday” on NFL Network notched record high ratings.
Summers to rejoin Sharks in 2012Jacksonville Sharks Press Release
The ArenaBowl XXIV Champion Jacksonville Sharks announced Monday that linebacker Derrick Summers will return to the team for the 2012 season. The 23-year-old Summers (6’1”, 260) returns to Jacksonville after a stellar rookie campaign in 2011.
