Peoria Pirates Announce Dance Team Auditions

PEORIA, IL - (September 10, 2008) The Peoria Pirates Dance Team is looking for energetic, talented and attractive dancers to represent the 2009 Peoria Pirates on and off the field. The dance team will entertain fans at all Peoria Pirates home games as well as public appearances and events throughout the community.

Auditions will be held Saturday, October 11, 2008 at Eastside Centre, located at 1 Eastside Dr., East Peoria. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. with tryouts beginning immediately after. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older as of April 1, 2009. Candidates will be judged based on dance potential, performance, appearance and personality. Applicants do not need their own choreography. All materials will be taught at the audition. Form-fitting, two-piece attire should be worn including sports bra or cropped top and shorts, no pants. Performance hair and makeup should also be worn. Participants will be required to sign a waiver prior to taking part in any activities.

An application must be submitted along with a non-refundable $25 registration fee.

For application and registration information, visit www.peoriapiratesaf2.com or email dance@peoriapiratesaf2.com.

The Black Pearls are directed by former NBA and AFL dancer Nicole Steward.

She brings valuable knowledge and experience to the team. Nicole's professional dance experience includes the Luvabulls (Chicago Bulls) and Adrenaline Rush Dancers (Chicago Rush). She also founded and directed the dance team for the Schaumburg Flyers, a minor league baseball team in the Chicagoland area. Nicole is excited to continue with the same level of professionalism and entertainment that the Black Pearls brought to the community during the 2008 Peoria Pirates season.

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Riverrats to Celebrity Bartend for Life

ERIE, PA - The Erie Riverrats of the American Indoor Football Association will be joining other business and community leaders as celebrity bartenders at Erie's Quaker Steak and Lube's Bike Night, this Wednesday, September 9, 2008. The function, which benefits the American Heart Association, is held in conjunction with Quaker Steak's weekly Bike Night and Classic Car Exhibition. The event runs from 6pm to 9pm and will feature one of the Riverrats standout offensive linemen, Anthony Peluso, the Rat's newly acquired head coach, Steven G. Folmar, as well as Erie's hottest dance team, the Coors Light ErieSistables, who will man the dunking booth. Several businesses participating in the event will include Alek Power Sports, Hobby Universe, and Lake Erie Speedway. There will also be a wing eating contest at 8pm and live music throughout the evening. Come out and enjoy a night on the town with your Erie Riverrats with proceeds to benefit the American Heart Association.

Come join the Erie Riverrats of the American Indoor Football Association in 2009. Fans interested in tickets can call our offices at 1-888-Riv-Rats or click on the link at the Riverrats' website at www.erieriverrats.com. You can also contact the Rats now for sponsorship or public appearance opportunities. The infestation has begun!

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'Milt Stegall Drive' officially unveiled by City of Winnipeg and Blue Bombers Football Club

WINNIPEG, MB - To recognize the record-breaking success of Winnipeg Blue Bombers wide receiver Milt Stegall, Mayor Sam Katz today joined by Bombers president and CEO Lyle Bauer and the CFL's all-time touchdown leader Milt Stegall, today officially unveiled 'Milt Stegall Drive'.

"Milt's exceptional performance both on and off the field has given Winnipeggers plenty to cheer about and be proud of," said Mayor Sam Katz. "By honouring his achievements in a permanent way, Winnipeggers can continue to honour Milt's perseverance, passion, and commitment to the City of Winnipeg."

Stegall, who has spent a total of 13 seasons in Winnipeg, became CFL's all-time touchdown leader after scoring his 138th touchdown against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on July 27th, 2007 at a sold out Canad Inns Stadium.

"Milt's accomplishments in his career have been remarkable and this is yet another tribute to a deserving man and athlete," said Lyle Bauer, president and CEO of the Blue Bombers. "Milt has become such an integral part of the city in his career, and now generations of Winnipeggers will forever remember his legacy."

"It is an honour and a privilege that I'll be a part of Winnipeg forever!" remarked Stegall, who is 67 yards away from becoming the CFL's all-time leading receiver. "I would like to thank everyone involved for making this happen - Mayor Sam Katz, Lyle Bauer, the Blue Bombers organization and all of the great fans in the City of Winnipeg. And remember - make sure your shoes are clean when walking on 'Milt Stegall Drive'."

Mayor Katz brought a motion forward to City Council in September of 2007 to rename Arena Road to 'Milt Stegall Drive' which was passed unanimously.

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Omaha Beef Fan Summit September 10

Omaha, NE- All Beef fans are invited to the 2008 Fan Summit at Indigo Joe's, 7425 Dodge St., on Wednesday, Sept. 10 at 7:30 p.m.

The Beef organization is always looking for new ways to better serve the Beef fans. The Fan Summit is a great way for fans to be a part of the Beef family.

This is also a chance for Beef fans mingle with other fans and meet members of the front office staff.

Fans can fill out questionnaires, voice their opinions about the 2008 season or the upcoming 2009 season, win prizes and vote for the all decade team.

Beef Vice President Dustin Talacko said no one knows the Beef like the fans do and it is important to receive their input.

"The 'Fan Summit' is paramount for continued growth with our organization as a whole!

Ten years is a lifetime in indoor football. Not only to be around for ten years, but to thrive the way we have is impressive," he said. "It is important for us to consistently make improvements and ensure that we get better and better every year and every game at the Slaughterhouse."

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Utah Blaze To Hold Player Combine On October 17

SALT LAKE CITY - The Utah Blaze will hold a player combine prior to the 2009 Arena Football season on Friday, Oct. 17 at the Spence Eccles Field House on the campus of the University of Utah in Salt Lake City.

The cost of the combine is $75 if participant registers on-line at www.utahblaze.com before noon on Oct. 15. Otherwise, the cost is $100 (cash only) the morning of the combine.

Participants will be tested in the 40-yard dash and a short shuttle, and well as being tested for upper- and lower-body strength and explosiveness.

The combine will begin at 9 a.m. with registration and check-in beginning at 8 a.m.

All participants will be required to sign a waiver.

Participants should dress in workout gear and wear grass cleats (the surface is FieldTurf). No metal spikes will be allowed.

No kickers will be evaluated at this combine.

More information concerning the combine can be found at www.utahblaze.com.

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Stamps Expand Practice Roster

The Calgary Stampeders have added five players to their practice roster and released receiver Nate Curry. Canadian Football League teams were able to expand their practice rosters on Monday, Sept. 8. They have four weeks in which they can have up to 12 players on the practice roster, before it reverts back to seven.

Here are the five new additions:

Xavier Lee

#4

Quarterback

College: Florida State

Height: 6.04

Weight: 234

Born: Jan. 9, 1986

Birthplace: Daytona Beach, FL

CFL: Entering 1st year

Stamps: Entering 1st year

Import

Quincy Butler

#30

Defensive back

College: Texas Christian

Height: 6.01

Weight: 195

Born: Nov. 25, 1981

Birthplace: San Antonio, TX

CFL: Entering 1st year

Stamps: Entering 1st year

Import

Michael Jennings

#81

Receiver

College: Florida State

Height: 5.11

Weight: 185

Born: Sept. 7, 1979

Birthplace: Jacksonville, FL

CFL: Entering 1st year

Stamps: Entering 1st year

Import

Barry Booker

#92

Defensive lineman

College: Virginia Tech

Height: 6.04

Weight: 288

Born: Nov. 13, 1985

Birthplace: Ft. Campbell, KY

CFL: Entering 1st year

Stamps: Entering 1st year

Import

Carnell Stewart

#57

Offensive lineman

College: LSU

Height: 6.04

Weight: 307

Born: Dec. 20, 1983

Birthplace: New Orleans, LA

CFL: Entering 1st year

Stamps: Entering 1st year

Import

More information on these players is available at www.Stampeders.com.

The next Stampeders home game is Sept. 12 against the Montreal Alouettes. Tickets for this game and the following contest against the Toronto Argonauts (Sept. 20) are going fast so fans are encouraged to contact Ticketmaster at 403.777.0000 or go online to Ticketmaster.ca to get their tickets.

Stamps Set for Season Opener

Flames Resign Defensemen Mark Giordano

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Peterson earns Eskimo's first Player of the Month honours

(Edmonton) Eskimo star receiver Kamau Peterson has won the CFL Canadian Player of the Month for the month of August.

In three games in August, Peterson had 19 catches for 240 yards and four touchdowns. He had a touchdown in each game as the Eskimos went 2-1 for the month. Peterson, who is having the best season of his career with a total of 44 catches for 636 yards, leads all Eskimo receivers in both receptions and yards.

The Eskimos (6-3) host Calgary (5-4) Friday, September 5th in the Labour Day Rematch presented by RONA. Kickoff is at 7pm. Buy Eskimo tickets online at ticketmaster.ca or call 451-8000. For more information on the Edmonton Eskimo Football Club please visit our website at www.esks.com.

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