Earlier this year, McEwen joined the Yard Dawgz sideline as the Assistant Head Coach and Offensive Coordinator after a 1-5 start, the worst in franchise history and became the Head Coach a week later. Since taking over in Week 8, McEwen is 4-5 and is looking for his fifth win this weekend over the Amarillo Dusters. Under McEwen's leadership, the Yard Dawgz have turned a dismal offense into a force to be reckoned with. The Dawgz went from averaging 30.3 points per game to 45.3 and increased average offensive yards per game to 217.9 from 184.4.
"Coach McEwen and his staff have done a tremendous job improving the overall quality of Yard Dawgz arena football over the second half of the season," said Yard Dawgz Owner Phil Miller. "We are in the most competitive division of the af2 and need a top notch head coach to take us to the next level. I feel that Coach McEwen's recruiting skills and knowledge of the game make him one of the most highly qualified and talented coaches in all of arena football." "Because of these strengths, I know that we will be ArenaCup contenders next season under the direction of Coach McEwen."
McEwen's first arena football experience was in 1998 as the quarterback for the Arena Football League's Grand Rapids Rampage. McEwen then worked for the organization as a Pro Scout (2000) and Offensive Coordinator and Youth Development Director (2001-2003). McEwen was the Offensive Coordinator during the Yard Dawgz 2004 inaugural season and led the team to 10-6 and to their first of four consecutive playoff appearances. Most recently, he was the Head Coach for the Rampage (2005-2007) before joining the Yard Dawgz earlier this season.
"I'm very excited about the direction of the Oklahoma City Yard Dawgz and the commitment to winning a championship next year," commented McEwen. "The support of the fans and Mr. Miller played a large role in my decision to return and lead this organization into the future."
The Yard Dawgz host the Amarillo Dusters Saturday, July 26th, on Compassionate Care Hospice Field at Ford Center; kick-off is set for 7:05 p.m. Tickets start at only $10 and are available online at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 405-235-8288. It's military appreciation night! Bring your military I.D. and receive $5 off any regularly priced ticket. For more information, visit www.okcyarddawgz.com or call 405-228-3294.
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