Philadelphia Soul Wins in Gwinnett.
In a game that typifies Arena Football League, the Georgia Force fell to the Philadelphia Soul 92-42 on Saturday at the Gwinnett Arena. Philadelphia took a quick 14-0 lead en route to a 56-28 halftime advantage. Force QB R.J. Archer had four touchdown passes in the first half, three to C.J. Johnson. The Force is now 2-2 on the season. Their next game is Saturday in Gwinnett against Chicago.
Gwinnett team is now 2-1 on the season.
The Georgia Force earned win No. 2 of the Arena Football League season Saturday as they rolled past defending league champion Jacksonville, 69-41, in Florida. The Force was led by the tandem of quarterback R.J. Archer and receiver Larry Shipp, which connected for six touchdowns. The last one gave the Force a 48-20 lead in the second half. Archer also ran for a score. Now 2-1, the Force have a bye week before returning to the Gwinnett Arena on Saturday, April 7, against Philadelphia.
Team is now 1-1 in 2012.
The Georgia Force suffered its first defeat of 2012 with a 50-47 setback to the Storm in Tampa, Fla., on Friday., according to a team news release. The Storm took a 27-6 lead with two minutes to play in the first half. But the Force rallied late to make the game close, with touchdown passes to Brandon McRae and Larry Shipp, and a fumble recovery by Tracy Belton. Georgia's next Arena Football League game also is on the road, at Jacksonville on Saturday, March 24, at Jacksonville.
Cleveland falls; Tampa Bay is the next opponent.
The Georgia Force won its 2012 opener Monday, defeating the Cleveland Gladiators 41-39 in Arena Football League play at the Gwinnett Arena. Quarterback Darnell Kennedy completed 16 of 29 passes for 129 yards, three touchdowns and two interceptions in the win, according to the Force. Also, defensive back Tracy Belton had two interceptions in the first half as the Force took a 22-13 halftime lead. A touchdown catch by receiver Jeremy Grier put the Force ahead 40-32 late in the game. The Force will be on the road this weekend, facing the Tampa Bay Storm on Friday at 8:00 p.m. The game will be televised on the NFL Network.
The Georgia Force plays Arena Football right here in Gwinnett. Here's a primer.
The Georgia Force will play their home opener on Monday, March 12, at the Gwinnett Arena in Duluth against the Cleveland Gladiators. With nine home games in Gwinnett and ticket prices that will run from $10 to $100 per seat, this fast, high scoring sport offers residents a convenient sporting activity close to home. In case you aren’t familiar with arena football, here are some basics you need to know before heading to a game. According to Wikipedia, arena football is a variety of gridiron football played by the AFL (Arena Football League). The sport was invented back in 1981 by James F. Foster, Jr. a former executive of the NFL. The game is exclusively played indoors on a field the same width as a standard NHL hockey rink. The length of …
The Arena Football League team in Gwinnett is making the offer for its March 12 opener.
Teachers and faculty members from public and private schools in Gwinnett are eligible for complimentary tickets to the Georgia Force home opener on March 12. The Arena Football League team that plays at the Gwinnett Arena announced this week that up to four complimentary tickets per educator are available, on a first-come, first-served basis. Teachers and faculty members must call the Force front office by Wednesday, March 7 to receive the complimentary tickets that may be redeemed at will call. Tickets cannot be redeemed the day of the game. "We have all had an educator that has made a lasting impression on us," stated Team President Corey Remillard in a news release. "We are lucky to have generous partners like The National Guard and …
The Arena Football League team's open tryout draws competitors from around the country.
The Georgia Force of the Arena Football League held their final open tryout of the 2012 season on Saturday in Suwanee, at the Silverbacks facility on Brogdon Exchange. There were 26 candidates who showed their athletic skills in a 90-minute session that included a 40-yard dash, short shuttle, individual drills, and one-on-ones. Making the cut isn’t an easy task. An active AFL roster consists of only 20 players, and teams usually only keep around 28 players, which includes a practice squad. While the candidates had varying levels of background and skills, each shared a common dream to play in a professional football league. A few players in the candidate pool Saturday included: Every player, regardless of position, completed the 40-yard …
The Arena League team will look over potential players at Silverbacks Sports Center.
Updated Feb. 17, 2012 The Georgia Force, which plays its Arena Football League games at the Gwinnett Arena in Duluth, plans to hold its final tryout session for this season on Saturday, Feb. 18, 9 a.m., in Suwanee. The session will be at Silverbacks Sports Center, 4285 Brogdon Exchange Road. Head Coach Dean Cokinos, along with his staff, will conduct the workout and evaluate the players. “This is our final opportunity to evaluate potential candidates in an open forum," Cokinos said in a news release. "We are hopeful that we will find some additional talent." Kickers will not be evaluated at this session. Tryouts will consist of 40-yard dash, short shuttle, individual drills, and one-on-ones, according to a news release. The cost of the …
Arena League football team to hold session at Silverbacks Park in September.
The Georgia Force recently completed its Arena Football League season in Gwinnett, and it already is making plans for 2012. The team will hold tryouts on Saturday, Sept. 24, at Silverbacks Park in Suwanee, according to a media release. The tryouts will consist of a 40-yard dash, short shuttle, individual drills, and one-on-ones. Those who register by Wednesday, September 21 at 5:00 p.m. will pay a $70 registration fee, while those who sign up after will pay $80. Prospective attendees can download the registration form by visiting www.GeorgiaForce.com. “We had great success in 2011 with our open tryouts,” said Force head coach Dean Cokinos, “Georgia is a talent-rich region and we are searching for some quality players who can contribute to …
Suwanee entertainment options are varied for the weekend.
This weekend is going to be a fun one. Here are some suggestions of things to do in and around Suwanee. Spring Recycling Event Sustainable Gwinnett is sponsoring a recycling event this Saturday at Lowe's in Suwanee. Bring batteries, light bulbs and other household items and give back to the environment. Georgia Force vs Pittsburgh Power The Georgia Force returns to Gwinnett Arena this Saturday after defeating the Milwaukee Mustangs last week by the score of 57-48. Come out for the high-scoring, fast-paced game that is Arena Football. Happy Earth Day at Barnes and Noble Barnes and Noble at the Forum helps teach kids about Earth Day this Saturday with this special take on story time with Janice May Udry's "A Tree is Nice" and Peter Brown's…
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