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AFL Tonight Time Capsule: AFL Helmet Cam
ArenaFan.com

Revisit the interview Tim Capper had with JR Liverman, CEO of Sports Video Innovations, the company behind SchuttVision the helmet cam providers the AFL partnered with in 2014. Original broadcast May 13, 2014.

Ex-AOL Lawyer Tried in Vain to Save Arena Football League
Bloomberg

Former America Online general counsel Randall Boe knew his salvage mission wouldn’t be easy when he took the reins as commissioner of the Arena Football League last year.

Arena Football League Files for Bankruptcy and Ceases Operations
AFL Press Release

The Arena Football League (AFL) announced today it has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and is fully ceasing operations.

ArenaFan Exclusive: Commissioner Randall Boe
ArenaFan.com Press Release

Tim Capper and Jon Stark chat with AFL Commissioner Randall Boe about what the future holds for the league after their bombshell announcement October 28.



As The Arena Football League Fumbles, The Washington Valor Are Done (For Now)
DCist

The Arena Football League, amid lawsuits and financial difficulties, announced this week that it will be suspending local business operations in all of its market cities.

AFL Tonight - Episode 22: "Ghosts of AFL's Past"
ArenaFan.com Press Release

Tim Capper, Ben Fraternale and Jon Stark, stunned by the league`s suspension of local business announcement, discuss the potential fate of the league.

Statement from Arena Football League Commissioner Randall Boe
AFL Press Release

Earlier today, the Arena Football League was forced to make the difficult, but necessary decision to close our team services and business operations units in our local markets.

Albany Empire, other Arena Football League teams close operations
Times Union

The Albany Empire and five other Arena Football League franchises are closing local business operations, the Times Union has learned, but the league has yet to determine whether it will suspend operations completely.



AFL Announces Management Appointments in Team Services Group
AFL Press Release

Today, the Arena Football League (AFL) announced several appointments for its Team Services Group. George Manias will serve as Vice President of Team Services, Carly Griffin as Vice President of Team Finance and Dave Beck as Vice President for Ticket Sales for the AFL’s Team Services Group.

Al Lucas Hero Award Winner Announced
AFL Press Release

The Arena Football League announced today that Columbus Destroyers defensive back Brandon Stephens has been named the Al Lucas Hero Award winner for the 2019 season.

Ryan’s Absolutely, Positively Final “Power” Ranking
Ryan McCarthy, ArenaFan.com

The 2019 Arena Football League season came to its conclusion last Sunday evening as the Albany Empire defeated the Philadelphia Soul, 45-27. This marked the end of a very fun and fascinating season.

From Italy to Albany: Giancarlo's Journey to ArenaBowl 32
Harrison Brown, ArenaFan.com

After thirty years of following the Arena Football League Giancarlo Rancati from Monza, Italy attended his first AFL game in Albany New York at ArenaBowl 32.



AFL Tonight - Episode 21: "...and the NEW ArenaBowl Champions..."
ArenaFan.com Press Release

Tim Capper, Ben Fraternale and Jon Stark return with Episode 21 and the season finale for 2019. ArenaBowl recap, weekend experiences a special road trip and much more.

Expansion Updates From ArenaBowl 32 Awards Ceremony
Harrison Brown, ArenaFan.com

After initial reports of an announcement regarding the Arena Football League’s plans for expansion during ArenaBowl 32, the AFL postponed their announcement to a later date.

Veteran Empire QB Grady Wins MVP Honors
AFL Press Release

The Arena Football League today announced nine-year AFL veteran, Empire QB Tommy Grady, earned the MVP award after another phenomenal season in the League.

Empire's Jones Wins Offensive Player of the Year
AFL Press Release

The Arena Football League today announced Malachi Jones, WR of the Albany Empire, earned the Offensive Player of the Year Award.

Soul DB James Romain Wins Defensive Player of the Year
AFL Press Release

The Arena Football League today announced James Romain, DB of the Philadelphia Soul, took home the Defensive Player of the Year Award after impressing against opponents all season.

Head Coach of the Year Award Announced
AFL Press Release

The Arena Football League today announced Clint Dolezel, Head Coach of the Philadelphia Soul, won the 2019 Moss-Marcum Head Coach of the Year Award.

Assistant Coach of the Year Award Announced
AFL Press Release

The Arena Football League today announced the Assistant Coach of the Year award was given to Les Moss, Assistant Head Coach for the Albany Empire.

Arena Football League Announces Support Awards
AFL Press Release

The Arena Football League today announced four awards in various support categories, recognizing groups and individuals who contributed to the League’s success in 2019.

At a Glance
Record Ovr Home Away
  0-0 0-0 0-0
Last Game Sun Aug 4
  Loss @PHI 41-48
Next Game None scheduled
       
Head Coach
Position is currently vacant
Schedule
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Transactions
RE-ACTIVATING FROM INJURED RESERVE OL Kasimili Uitalia. PLACING ON INJURED RESERVE WR Chris Duvalt.
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