af2 begins looking toward 10th anniversary season with special fan logo contestaf2 Press Release
The arenafootball2 (af2) league has officially begun preparations for its 10th anniversary season with a special logo design contest open to all af2 fans across the country and beyond, it was announced today by the League. The contest officially begins today (Monday, October 6) and ends on Friday, October 24. The af2 will only accept high resolution, full-color entries
WB-S Pioneers look to Wilkes students, alumni for sparkWilkes Beacon (subscription)
The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Pioneers opened many opportunities for numerous Wilkes University students in the 2008 season. From the playing the field to dancing on the sidelines and stands, Wilkes students were encouraged to get involved.
WBS offense stalls in lossWilkes Barre Times-Leader
The word ‘defense’ in bold white letters on a blue background flashed on the scoreboard.
Playoff stunner: Vipers eliminate top seedThe Huntsville Times - al.com
Rich Ingold, the usually confident Wilkes-Barre/ Scranton coach was a little subdued this week when talking about his team's af2 playoff matchup against Tennessee Valley.
Pioneers lose to Vipers, 34-30Wilkes Barre Times-Leader
In a game that showcased only six offensive touchdowns, there was bound to be a point where the defense would come into play.
Pioneers place 4 on league’s all-af2 teamWilkes Barre Times-Leader
On a day where the league takes time to honor the individual, the mood was clearly on the team in the Pioneers camp.
Pioneer defense set for VipersWilkes Barre Times-Leader
No time was that clearer than Saturday night, when the Pioneers ran out to a 23-point lead after the first quarter and had Quad City down 30 by the halfway point in a 57-29 win.
Pioneers impressiveWilkes Barre Times-Leader
If there was any doubt that the Pioneers would advance past the first round of the American Conference playoffs In their 21st consecutive at Wachovia Arena, the Pioneers defeated Quad City handedly, 57-29 in front of a crowd of 3,905.
Pioneers nearly perfect in first halfWilkes Barre Times-Leader
The Pioneers scored on all six of their possessions in the first half and the defensive unit allowed just 13 points en route to a 57-29 win against the Steamwheelers in an American Conference playoff game Saturday night at Wachovia Arena.
Confident Pioneers ready for clash with Quad CityCitizens Voice
Rich Ingold was not looking to start a war of words. All the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Pioneers coach wanted to do was have a little fun.
Playoff preparation is new to Wheelers' SchmidtQuad City Times
In practices this week, second-year receiver Jesse Schmidt has noticed a change. He’s watching guys not play around as much. He sees teammates focusing on every detail for Saturday’s game against the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Pioneers.
Tradition may be at end of lineAlbany Times Union
Albany Conquest gear went for 50 percent off Friday at the Times Union Center team shop. For just $25, you could have had yourself your very own jersey.
Thunder no match for Pioneers in 62-33 lossYoungstown Vindicator
Ryan Vena threw for five touchdowns and Kirby Griffin ran for three as the Pioneers posted a 62-33 victory to assure that the Thunder will finish the season in last place in the East.
Thunder hangs around before Pioneers deliver knockoutMahoning Valley Thunder Press Release
The Mahoning Valley Thunder gave the af2’s second rated team all they could handle in an East Division tilt Saturday Night.
Don't give the Pioneers that cape just yetWilkes Barre Times-Leader
They may have a super record, but the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Pioneers sure aren’t superheroes.
Shock stay on top in week 17 Coaches Pollaf2 Press Release
The Spokane Shock have maintained the No. 1 ranking in the Week 17 Coaches Poll, the arenafootball2 (af2) league office announced today.
Thunder meets division leaderYoungstown Vindicator
Coming off a 53-27 loss to Manchester Saturday night, a game in which the Wolves scored the first 26 points and never looked back, the Thunder (3-11) must now focus their thoughts on the Pioneers; the league’s second best unit (record-wise) at 12-2 overall and 6-1 against division rivals.
Upset-minded Pirates out of playoff huntPeoria Journal Star
The Peoria Pirates lost a numbers game Saturday, on the field, and in the af2 standings, as they battled powerful Wilkes-Barre/Scranton to a near-upset.
Pioneers use a huge fourth quarter to knock off PeoriaWilkes-Barre/Scranton Pioneers Press Release
The Peoria Pirates fought and clawed the whole game, but once the fourth quarter started the Pioneers turned on the heat outscoring the Pirates 22-0 in the decisive quarter and pulling away with a victory in front of 5219 at the Wachovia Arena in Wilkes-Barre.
Pioneers looking to 'take care of business'Citizens Voice
The last time the Pioneers had a bye week, they followed the time off with a 70-63 loss to a Manchester Wolves team that was 2-6 at the time. The loss, on May 31, ended a seven-game winning streak for the Pioneers.
