SIOUX FALLS, SD - The Sioux Falls Storm are excited to announce the return of Drizzle for the 2019 season.
Drizzle does his part to make sure the Storm Shelter is the loudest, most exciting venue in theIndoor Football League's
(IFL). The IFL's smallest mascot brings the biggest entertainment to Storm Nation with a fast-paced introduction riding in on a four wheeler, has tremendous fan engagement and community outreach.
Drizzle has over 20 years experience as a performer including stints as Riff from Barney & Friends, Radio City Christmas Spectacular shows and Santa & Friends shows. Drizzle has been absent the past couple seasons as he's been advancing his acting career on the broadway scene.
"This might sound funny but Drizzle was one of our biggest off-season recruits," said Storm owner Todd Tryon. "We are totally revamping our in-game experience and it starts with one of the best mascots in the country. You will notice a large presence of Drizzle over the next couple years, not only during our home games but in our schools and the rest of our community."
Written by Kayley Shade, Director of Media RelationsSIOUX FALLS, SD - The Sioux Falls Storm is excited to announce the signing of running back Darrian Miller for the 2019 season.
Bucks will commence IFL play in 2019
"We are thrilled to announce the addition of the Bismarck Bucks to the IFL," stated IFL Commissioner Michael Allshouse. "The addition of the Bucks continues to solidify our geographic footprint and intensifies local rivalries. We are looking forward to a long and productive partnership with the team and city."
The Bucks will compete as new members in the IFL's 2019 season. The team will compete in the Bismarck Event Center.
In addition to joining the IFL, the Bucks have also announced that Rod Miller has been named the team's head coach. Miller joins the Bucks with over 20 years of coaching experience including stints with the Philadelphia Soul, Green Bay Blizzard and the Wichita Falls Nighthawks among others. Most recently Miller was the defensive coordinator of the Omaha Beef in 2018 and was the head coach in the China Arena Football League in 2017.
Qualifications/Expectations:
- Candidates must attend Storm home games (7 regular season plus playoffs).
- The ability to work flexible hours to include nights, weekends and holidays is required.
- Candidates must be innovative, independent, energetic, and organized while possessing excellent communication skills.
- Candidates must exhibit professional appearance and behavior at all times.
- A background/major in sports is not required, but is a plus.
To Apply:
- Email cover letter, resumes and references to internships@siouxfallsstorm.com.
- All applications must be received by Friday, January 26, 2018
Steamwheelers Will Commence IFL Play in 2019
Tucson Indoor Football Officially Announce Plans for the 2019 Season
"This is Tucson's team," said Team Owner Kevin Guy. "We love the market and want to be a part of the growth of the downtown district. We feel Tucson is a perfect fit in the Indoor Football League. It fits our strategic plan of developing a western conference. It is a high scoring, fast paced game where fans can reach out and interact with the players. We look forward to building a passionate fan base by putting a great product on the field."
Kevin and Cathy Guy are the Majority Owners of Tucson Indoor Football franchise. Kevin has spent 19 seasons in arena and indoor football, 14 as a general manager and head coach, and ten seasons with the IFL's Arizona Rattlers. In his time with the Rattlers, he has become the winningest head coach in the history of the team, passing Danny White this past season. He has played for six world championships and won four in his ten seasons with the team.
Written by Kayley Shade, Director of Media RelationsSIOUX FALLS, SD - The Sioux Falls Storm traveled to Des Moines, IA to play in their ninth consecutive championship appearance. The showdown plotted the Sioux Falls Storm against the Iowa Barnstormers in the 2018 United Bowl Championship game on Saturday, July 7th. The Storm would fall short in recapturing the United Bowl trophy after a 42-38 loss to the Barnstormers.
The first quarter saw only one touchdown coming off a Iowa six-yard touchdown pass by Drew Powell to BJ Butler, putting the Barnstormers up 7-0.
The second quarter was a back and forth bout with Sioux Falls striking first to tie the game when Lorenzo Brown took in a 11-yard rushing touchdown. Iowa would retake a 14-7 lead after Drew Powell found Ryan Ballentine for a 42-yard touchdown. Sioux Falls would tie it up again after a two-yard touchdown pass by Lorenzo Brown to Damond Powell. Iowa would go on top 21-14 after a Drew Powell 23-yard touchdown pass to Ryan Ballentine. Sioux Falls would end the half with a 21-17 deficit after a 28-yard field goal by Miles Bergner.
SIOUX FALLS, SD - The Sioux Falls Storm (12-3) will face the Iowa Barnstormers (12-3) in 2018 United Bowl
Championship on Saturday, July 7. Kickoff is slated for 7:05 PM (CT) at Wells Fargo Arena.
The Storm defeated the Arizona Rattlers during the first round of playoffs to advance to their ninth consecutive United Bowl. In that game, quarterback Lorenzo Brown completed 13 out of his 22 attempts for 167 yards, four touchdowns and one interception. Brown also rushed for 72 yards and three touchdowns. Running back Lyle McCombs had seven rushing yards with one touchdown and 68 receiving yards with one touchdown. Wide receivers Damond Powell had 55 yards and two touchdowns while Damian Ford had 40 yards with one touchdown. Kicker Miles Bergner was perfect on the night, hitting two field goals and nine extra points. Kick returner Damond Powell had 176 return yards and one touchdown. Defensive back Damond Smith II led the Thunder Defense with 13 total tackles. Linebacker Dezmin Reed had one pass break-up and one block. Defensive linemen Claude Davis and Louis Palmer had .5 sack.
The Indoor Football League (IFL) is proud to announce the 2018 Team Awards for outstanding achievements during
the IFL regular season.
Franchise of the Year: Arizona Rattlers
For the second consecutive season, the Arizona Rattlers have been named the IFL Franchise of the Year. Selected by their peers, factors considered for achieving this award consisted of attendance, sales, public relations, marketing, on-field performance, community involvement and overall representation of the IFL.
"This honor is a tribute to the hard work and dedication of our players and coaches, front office staff, support staff and of course our incredible fans who continue to support our team," said Rattlers owner Ron Shurts. "It's our mission to support our city, provide a great experience to our fans and help grow the sport of indoor football in Phoenix. A huge thank you to our partners, fans and all of our supporters. This isn't possible without them!"
After winning the United Bowl last season, the Rattlers organization built on their success in 2018. On the field, Arizona tied for the best record in the IFL (11-3) and again advanced to the playoffs. Additionally, the organization set a new IFL and new team single game attendance record this season of 18,381 fans.
Executive of the Year: Ryan Hopson (Director of Sales) - Green Bay Blizzard)
Green Bay Blizzard Director of Sales Ryan Hopson has been named the 2018 IFL Executive of the Year.
"I am honored to receive this recognition from the IFL," said Hopson. "To even be considered in this category with other executives in the league from whom I have learned so much, is humbling. This award would not be possible without the unwavering support of Blizzard owners Larry and Kathy Treankler, my family, our front office and intern staff, sponsors and fans!
Hopson guided the Green Bay Blizzard to team attendance records in 2018. Despite a 2-12 season, the Blizzard had the highest average attendance since the team joined the IFL in 2010. In addition, Hopson also oversaw a 33 percent increase in sponsorship from 2017 to 2018.
Best Fan Base: Arizona Rattlers
For a second consecutive season, the Arizona Rattlers have the IFL's Best Fan Base. The award is given to the team with the fans that show the most enthusiasm, energy, and overall appreciation for their team. Fans at the "Snake Pit" showed up in record numbers this season as the team set not only a new IFL new single game attendance record of 18,381 but a new team record as well!
Storm RB Lyle McCombs and Titans K Michael Georgetti Take Home Honors
Most Improved Award: Lyle McCombs (RB, Sioux Falls Storm)
Sioux Falls Storm RB Lyle McCombs has been named the Most Improved Player of the 2018 season. After missing the entirety of the 2017 season due to injury, McCombs returned to the field in 2018 and helped guide the Storm to an 11-3 record and a United Bowl appearance. Starting every game this season, McCombs ranked fourth in the IFL in rushing yards (437) and rushing touchdowns (15). McCombs was not only a threat as running back as he accumulated 1,020 all-purpose yards and ranked third on the Storm in receiving yards (308). At the end of the season, McCombs was named as the Second Team All-IFL RB.Media Day To Be Held On Friday, July 6 at 3:00 PM CT
Arizona, Iowa and Sioux Falls Lead Way With Eight Selections Each
The Arizona Rattlers, Iowa Barnstormers, and Sioux Falls Storm lead the way with eight All-IFL selections each.
A year after winning their first United Bowl championship, Arizona finished the 2018 season with an 11-3 season and had eight players earn All-IFL recognition. After helping the Rattlers lead the IFL in rushing yards for a second season in a row, RB Darrell Monroe and OL Lamar Mady were named to the First Team All-IFL list. On defense, DL Joshua Gordan and DB Arkeith Brown were also honored with First Team accolades. WR Anthony Amos, OL Steven Gurrola, DL Chris McAllister and K Sawyer Petre were named to the Second Team All-IFL list.
After an 11-3 season and their first playoff victory since 2009, the Iowa Barnstormers have advanced to their first United Bowl championship! Leading the All-IFL list for Iowa is QB Drew Powell. A dual threat QB, Powell led the IFL in rushing (945) and passed for 34 touchdowns in 2018. After leading the IFL in receiving yards (793), WR Brady Roland makes his third consecutive appearance as a First Team All-IFL selection. After finishing the season with the IFL's top ranked defense, three members of the Barnstormers defense have been selected to the First Team in DL Keith Jones Jr, LB Zachary Allen and DB Bryce Enyard. OL Brandon Haskin, OL Ken Van Heulle III and DB Jourdan Wickliffe were named as Second Team selections.
SIOUX FALLS, SD - The Sioux Falls Storm open the 2018 IFL Playoffs with a thrilling overtime victory over the defending champion Arizona Rattlers. The Storm pulled out a 69-68 win on Saturday, June 23 to advance to their ninth consecutive United Bowl.
The Rattlers would strike first with a three-yard rushing touchdown by Jamaal Miles, giving them an early 7-0 lead. The Storm would tie it up after a five-yard quarterback keeper by Lorenzo Brown. The Rattlers would go up 14-7 after a 41-yard touchdown pass by Verlon Reed to Dezmon Epps. The Storm would tie the game again after a 31-yard touchdown pass by Lorenzo Brown to Lyle McCombs. The Rattlers would take a 20-14 lead after a 21-yard touchdown pass Verlon Reed to Anthony Amos and a failed PAT. The Storm would end the first quarter with a 21-20 lead after a 33-yard touchdown pass by Lorenzo Brown to Damond Powell.
The Rattlers would retake a 27-21 lead to begin the second quarter after a eight-yard touchdown pass by Verlon Reed to Anthony Amos. The Storm would regain a 28-27 lead after a 49-yard kickoff return by Damond Powell. The Rattlers would respond with a five-yard rushing touchdown by Jamaal Miles, giving them a 34-28 lead. The Storm would retake a 35-34 lead when Lorenzo Brown found Damond Powell for a 14-yard touchdown. The Rattlers go on to score back-to-back touchdowns to take a 48-35 lead. The first touchdown was a 11-yard touchdown pass by Verlon Reed to Jamaal Miles and then a pick six by Nathan Lindsey. The Storm would end the half with a 48-38 deficit after a successful 41-yard field goal by Miles Bergner.
SIOUX FALLS, SD - The Sioux Falls Storm (11-3) are traveling to Phoenix this Saturday to take on the defending champion Arizona Rattlers (11-3) for the semifinal round of the IFL Playoffs.The Storm look to get back on track against the Rattlers after dropping their last three contests, including the 2017 United Bowl and two regular season games during the 2018 season. The last time the teams faced off was on April 16th where the Storm lost 40-48. In that game, quarterback Lorenzo Brown completed seven of his 18 attempts for 122 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions, while rushing 11 times for 41 yards and two touchdowns. Running back Lyle McCombs had six carries for 69 yards and one touchdown and had two receptions for 22 yards. Wide receiver Mike Tatum caught four passes for a game-high 92 yards and one touchdown, he also rushed four times for 26 yards and one touchdown. Kicker Miles Bergner went a perfect two for two on field goals and hit four out of five extra points. Defensive back Jabari Gorman grabbed one interception.
RB Jamal Tyler, DB Trey Wafford and KR Jamal Miles Honored
The Indoor Football League (IFL) is proud to announce the Vidswap.com Players of the Week for Week 17 of the 2018 IFL season.
OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK: Jamal Tyler (RB, Iowa Barnstormers)
The Iowa Barnstormers clinched the #1 seed in the playoffs with a 54-21 win over the Cedar Rapids Titans. The win earned the team home field advantage during the postseason. Iowa did most of their damage on the ground against Cedar Rapids, rushing for over 163 yards as a team. Pacing the attack was RB Jamal Tyler (5'10, 185lbs, PittsburghState). The first year rookie carried the ball 12 times for 79 yards and 2 TDs. The Barnstormers host the #4 seed Nebraska Danger on Friday night in the first round of the playoffs. The teams split their 2018 regular season series 1-1.
Honorable Mention: Verlon Reed (QB, Arizona Rattlers), Kezlow Smith (WR, GreenBay Blizzard), Damien Ford (WR, Sioux Falls Storm), Lyle McCombs (RB, Sioux Falls Storm)
Written by Kayley Shade, Director of Media RelationsThe Blizzard would strike first with a 11-yard touchdown pass from Bryan Hicks to Jereme Jones to take an early 7-0 lead. The Storm would quickly tie it up after a 40-yard touchdown pass from Lorenzo Brown to Damian Ford. The Blizzard would go up 20-7 after scoring back to back touchdowns. The first touchdown was a six-yard rushing touchdown by B.J. Hill and then Bryan Hicks hit B.J. Hill for a eight-yard touchdown. The Storm would end the first quarter with a 18-yard touchdown pass from Lorenzo Brown to Damian Ford, cutting the Blizzard's lead to 20-14.
Written by Kayley Shade, Director of Media RelationsSIOUX FALLS, SD - The Sioux Falls Storm (10-3) hosts the Green Bay Blizzard (2-11) on Saturday, June 16th at 7:05pm in a week 17 battle.
WR Damien Ford, DL Ricarlo Bell and LB Dezmin Reed Honored
The Indoor Football League (IFL) is proud to announce the Vidswap.com Players of the Week for Week 16 of the 2018 IFL season.
OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK: Damien Ford (WR, Sioux Falls Storm)
In what has become an instant classic, the Sioux Falls Storm edged the Iowa Barnstormers 51-49. The matchup featured two of the top three teams in the IFL standings and forced a three-way tie for the top spot in playoff seeding. Storm WR Damien Ford picked a great moment to have his best game of the season. The 6'3, 200 lbs. second year player hauled in 7 passes for 162 yards and 2 TDs. He was also the recipient of a Lorenzo Brown pass for an important fourth quarter, two-point conversion. The Storm will look to finish the regular season strong with a home contest against Green Bay this weekend.Honorable Mention: Javon Bell (WR, Cedar Rapids Titans), Brady Roland (WR, Iowa Barnstormers), Drew Powell (QB, Iowa Barnstormers), Lorenzo Brown Jr. (QB, Sioux Falls Storm)
SIOUX FALLS, SD - The Sioux Falls Storm played the Iowa Barnstormers on Friday, June 8th in a week 16 showdown. This game was one of the most intense games of the season as the Storm would win 51-49 as the clock struck zero.
That first quarter was a back and forth battle with the Iowa Barnstormers striking first after a 16-yard touchdown pass
by Drew Powell to Ryan Balentine. The Sioux Falls Storm would score back to back touchdowns to take a 14-6 lead. The scores came off a 37-yard and 29-yard touchdown passes from Lorenzo Brown to Damian Ford. The Barnstormers would trail at the end of the quarter 14-13 after a 10-yard touchdown reception by Brady Roland from Drew Powell.
Iowa would be the first to score in the second quarter after a Donavan Williams five-yard rushing touchdown, giving them their first lead of the night at 20-14. Sioux Falls would answer with back to back touchdowns to re-take a 28-20 lead. The first score was a two-yard rushing touchdown by Lorenzo Brown and then the Lorenzo Brown would hit Judd Harrold for a wide open 26-yard touchdown. Iowa would score on three consecutive drives to end the half with a 35-28 lead. First the Barnstormers would score on a four-yard touchdown pass by Drew Powell to Brady Roland, next on the ensuing kickoff the Barnstormers would earn team safety and lastly Donavan Williams would get a three-yard rushing touchdown.
Written by Kayley Shade, Director of Media RelationsSIOUX FALLS, SD - The Sioux Falls Storm (9-3) hosts the Iowa Barnstormers (10-2) on Friday, June 8th at 7:05pm in a week 16 battle.
The game is sponsored by First PREMIER Bank & PREMIER Bankcard. There will be numerous events and special promotions going on throughout the night that includes a special fundraiser to benefit the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. Pancreatic Cancer has a survival rate of just 9% and statistically, it has now moved up to become the third
leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the USA.
The Sioux Falls Storm look to extend a three-game win streak against the Barnstormers this week. Sioux Falls beat the Green Bay Blizzard 60-21 last week. In that game, quarterback Lorenzo Brown completed 12 out of 15 passes for 141 yards and five touchdowns. Brown also rushed for 18 yards and one touchdown. Dillion Turner completed five out of six passes for 52 yards and one touchdown while also rushing for nine yards and one touchdown. Judd Harrold and Lyle McCombs each had two touchdowns while Damond Powell and Damien Ford each reeled in one touchdown. Defensive back Trey Wafford led the team in tackles with nine while Damond Smith II had one pass break-up and Marlon Moore grabbed one interception. Defensive lineman Claude Davis had one fumble recovery and one pass break-up while Owen Williams had two sacks.
QB Jake Medlock, DB Jourdan Wickliffe and KR Damond Powell Honored
OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK: Jake Medlock (QB, Cedar Rapids Titans)
The Cedar Rapids Titans moved back into the win column in Week 15 after knocking off the Nebraska Danger 33-26. Cedar Rapids and the IFL's top ranked pass offense, led by QB Jake Medlock, was firing on all cylinders vs. the Danger. Medlock (6'3, Florida In-ternational Univ.) passed for an IFL season-high 249 yards and passed for five touch-downs in the victory. Medlock was not only explosive but was efficient as well as he completed almost 85 percent of his passes (22/26). With two weeks remaining in the sea-son, Medlock leads the IFL in passing yards (2,177) and passing touchdowns (41). Med-lock and the Cedar Rapids Titans travel to face the Green Bay Blizzard in Week 16.Honorable Mention: Javon Bell (WR, Cedar Rapids Titans), Brady Roland (WR, Iowa Barnstormers), Drew Powell (QB, Iowa Barnstormers), Lorenzo Brown Jr. (QB, Sioux Falls Storm)
SIOUX FALLS, SD - The Sioux Falls Storm played their last regular season road game of the 2018 season in a week 15
contest against the Green Bay Blizzard on Friday, June 1st. The Storm defeated the Blizzard 60-21.
The first half was low scoring. The Blizzard would be the only team to score in the first quarter after a four-yard touchdown pass from Bryan Hicks to Kezlow Smith. The Storm would own the second quarter with three consecutive scoring drives to propel the Storm to a 19-7 lead to end the half. The first score came from a 12-yard quarterback keeper by Lorenzo Brown, then Lorenzo Brown would hit Judd Harrold for a 13-yard touchdown and lastly Damien Ford would reel in a 14-yard touchdown from Lorenzo Brown.
Sioux Falls opened the second half with a 56-yard kickoff return by new-comer Damond Powell. The Storm would go on to score four consecutive touchdowns to end the quarter with a score of 47-7. First the Storm capitalized off a Blizzard turnover with a 11-yard touchdown pass by Lorenzo Brown to Judd Harrold, next Lorenzo Brown found Damond Powell for a 28-yard touchdown and then Lyle McCombs reeled in a three-yard touchdown from Lorenzo Brown.
Written by Kayley Shade, Director of Media RelationsSIOUX FALLS, SD - The Sioux Falls Storm will play the Green Bay Blizzard on Friday, June 1 in a week 15 battle. This will be the Storm?s last regular season road game.
The Storm are looking to extend a two-game win streak after a bye week. The Storm last played on May 18 against the Cedar Rapids Titans where the Storm won 56-45. In that game, quarterback Lorenzo Brown completed 8 out of 13 passes for 70 yards, one touchdown and one interception. Brown also had 34 rushing yards and three touchdowns. Running back Marques Rodgers garnered 111 rushing yards and two touchdowns, he also had 13 reception yards. Wide receivers Mike Tatum and Damien Ford each had a pair of receptions while Tatum had one touchdown. Defensive backs Jabari Gorman and Trey Wafford each led the Storm in tackles with seven. Linebacker Dezmon Reed had four tackles and one sack. Defensive lineman Claude Davis tallied three tackles, one sack, one pass break-up and one block.
SIOUX FALLS, SD - The Sioux Falls Storm moved to 8-3 on the season after defeating the Cedar Rapids Titans 56-45 on Friday, May 18.
The first quarter would be low scoring with the Titans striking first after a six-yard touchdown pass by Jake Medlock to Javon Bell. The Storm would tie it up 7-7 after a 10-yard rushing touchdown by Marques Rodgers. The Titans would end the quarter with a 51-yard field goal by Michael Georgetti and a 7-10 lead.
Sioux Falls would score on back to back drives to begin the second quarter and take their first lead of the night 15-10. The first score would come from the Thunder Defense with a team safety and then Claude Davis would block the Titans 56-yard field goal attempt where Chad Stoterau would recover the ball in the end zone for a touchdown. Cedar Rapids would answer with back to back touchdowns to retake a 15-23 lead. The Titans scored on a 16-yard touchdown pass by Jake Medlock to Marquel Wade and then a 27-yard pick six by James Calhoun. Sioux Falls would end the half with a 18-23 deficit after a 19-yard field goal by Miles Bergner.
The third quarter would be a back and forth bout. The Storm would capitalize first after a three-yard quarterback keeper by Lorenzo Brown, putting the Storm on top 25-23. The Titans responded back with a one-yard quarterback keeper by Jake Medlock, catapulting the Titans to a 25-30 lead. The Storm countered with a one-yard rushing touchdown by Lorenzo Brown, giving the Storm a 32-30 lead. The Titans would end the quarter with a 32-37 lead after a 21-yard touchdown pass by Jake Medlock to Javon Bell.
SIOUX FALLS, SD - The Sioux Falls Storm (7-3) will face off against the Cedar Rapids (1-9) on Friday, May 18 at 7:05pm. This will be the third match-up between the teams this season.The Storm look for their second win in a row after winning a close one at home against the Nebraska Danger. The Storm won verse the Danger 40-36 on Saturday, May 12. In that game, Storm quarterback Lorenzo Brown completed 15 out of 21 passes while throwing 156 yards and three touchdowns, he also had 50 rushing yards. Running back Lyle McCombs had 39 yards and one touchdown. Wide receivers Judd Harrold reeled in three receptions for 50 yards and one touchdown while Damien Ford had two touchdowns and 28 reception yards. Defensive backs Lorenzo White had six tackles, one forced fumble and one interception and Jabari Gorman had four pass break-ups.
WR Epps, DB Calhoun and K Bergner Honored
The Indoor Football League (IFL) is proud to announce the Vidswap.com Players of the Week for Week 12 of the 2018 IFL season.OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK: Dezmon Epps (WR, Arizona Rattlers)
The Arizona Rattlers won their eighth consecutive game as the team cruised by the Green Bay Blizzard 62-26 in Week 12. After leading the IFL in rushing this season, the Rattlers flipped the script against the Blizzard and passed for seven touchdowns. WR Dezmon Epps led the Rattlers through the air catching two touchdowns, including an IFL seasonlong 47 yard catch. Epps proved to be an offensive weapon across the field as he also added 114 kick return yards on just four returns, including returning one for a touchdown. Epps finished his night receiving with three catches for 68 yards and two touchdowns. In total, he accounted for 182 all-purpose yards in the Rattlers' victory. Epps and the Rattlers host the Iowa Barnstormers in Week 13.
Honorable Mention: Jeff Ziemba (QB, Arizona Rattlers), B.J Hill (RB, Green Bay Blizzard), Drew Powell (QB, Iowa Barnstormers), Angelo Pease (RB, Nebraska Danger)
SIOUX FALLS, SD - The Sioux Falls Storm faced the Nebraska Danger on Saturday, May 12 in a week 12 battle. The
Storm moved to 7-3 after defeating the Danger 40-36.
The Storm took an early 6-0 lead after a six-yard touchdown pass by Lorenzo Brown to Damien Ford. The Danger would take a 6-7 lead after a one-yard rushing touchdown by Angelo Pease. The Storm responded with back-to-back touchdowns to take a 20-7 lead at the end of the first quarter; the first touchdown was a 24-yard touchdown pass by Lorenzo Brown to Judd Harrold and then a 14 yard pass from Lorenzo Brown to Damien Ford.
Sioux Falls extended their lead to 23-7 latch-key in the second quarter after a 34-yard field goal by Miles Bergner. Nebraska answered back with a six-yard from Gregory Hankerson to Eric Thomas to bring the score to 23-14. The Storm would end the half with a 26-14 lead after a 25-yard field goal by Miles Bergner.
Nebraska would cut the Storm?s lead to 26-21 in the third quarter after a 25-yard pass from Gregory Hankerson to Gregory Dent. Sioux Falls ended the quarter with a four-yard rushing touchdown by Lyle McCombs, extending their lead to 33-21.
Written by Kayley Shade, Director of Media RelationsSioux Falls, SD - The Sioux Falls Storm (6-3) hosts the Nebraska Danger (4-5) on Saturday, May 12th at 7:05pm in a week 12 battle. The game is sponsored by Arby's of Sioux Falls, Feeding South Dakota and KRRO 103.7 - FM Radio.
Thanks to Arby's, Feeding South Dakota and KRRO Radio 103.7, the Storm will be able to provide fans with a "2-for-1 Ticket Offer" on all seats in the Cyclone and Updraft sections for the game. The fans can take advantage of the special ticket offer by picking up a Storm game $10 coupon at any of the four Arby's restaurant locations in Sioux Falls. The Storm will donate 50% of every purchase from the Arby's coupon to the Feeding South Dakota BackPack Program. In addition, all fans attending the game are asked to bring in as many Boxes of Macaroni & Cheese as possible to help create a Noisemaker Night theme. Shake your boxes to cheer on the Storm. At the end of the third quarter, fans will be able to donate their Macaroni & Cheese boxes to "Feeding South Dakota" and enter into a drawing for chances to win special prizes.
SIOUX FALLS, SD - The Sioux Falls Storm fall to 6-3 after a 49-42 loss at home against the Iowa Barnstormers. This is the
first time the Barnstormers have beat the Storm since joining the IFL in 2015.
The first quarter was owned by the Barnstormers with the only two touchdowns coming from Jamal Tyler, first a three yard rushing touchdown and then a 11-yard touchdown.
The second quarter would begin with a three-yard rushing touchdown by Drew Powell, giving the Barnstormers a 21-0 lead. The Storm would answer with a one-yard rushing touchdown by Lorenzo Brown. The Barnstormers responded with a 44-yard touchdown pass by Drew Powell to Brady Roland, extending the Barnstormers lead to 27-7. The Storm would score on three consecutive drive to end the half with a 27-23 deficit. The first score was a one-yard rushing touchdown by Lorenzo Brown, then the Thunder Defense came up with a safety and then Lyle McCombs had a one-yard rushing touchdown.
The third quarter started with a two-yard quarterback keeper by Dillion Turner which gave the Storm their first lead of the night. Drew Powell answered with a 27-yard rushing touchdown to give the Barnstormers a 33-29 at the end of the third quarter.
OL Charlie Sanders, QB Jameel Seweel and LB Pig Brown To Be Inducted Into the IFL Hall of Fame
The Indoor Football League (IFL) is pleased to announce the Hall of Fame Class of 2018. After a thorough voting process, which included input from IFL teams, coaches, fans, and current Hall of Fame members, the Indoor Football League honors and recognizes the achievements of Charlie Sanders, Jameel Sewell and Pig Brown.
Charlie Sanders (OL, Billings Outlaws/Sioux Falls Storm)
One of the most dominant and accomplished offensive linemen in IFL history, Sanders spent seven seasons in the IFL and was a seven time United Bowl champion (2010-2016). Prior to joining the Billings Outlaws in 2010, Sanders came from a winning pedigree where he helped Valdosta State University win the 2007 NCAA Division II National Championship. As a rookie in with the Outlaws, Sanders quickly became a starter and helped Billings win the 2010 United Bowl championship. In 2011, Sanders joined the Sioux Falls Storm and proceeded to help the Storm win six consecutive United Bowl championships. In his first season with the Storm, Sanders was named a First-Team All-IFL Offensive Lineman, a recognition he held every season for the rest of his career. A stalwart along the offensive line, Sanders helped the Storm rank first in almost every major offensive category during his career.
Sanders currently serves as a pastor in the Sioux Falls community.
Written by Kayley Shade, Director of Media RelationsSIOUX FALLS, SD - The Sioux Falls Storm (6-2) hosts the Iowa Barnstormers (5-2) on Saturday, May 5th at 7:05pm in a week 11 battle.
Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital/Orthopedic Institute and KTWB 92.5-FM Radio will present the game. This game will serve as a fundraiser designed around the theme Sack Cancer benefiting Katie Blunck and Jay Titus.
The Sioux Falls Storm look to extend a a two-game winning streak against the Barnstormers this week. The Storm won against the Nebraska Danger 62-48 on April 27th. In that game, Storm quarterback Lorenzo Brown completed 10 of 16 passes for 189 yards and four touchdowns and one interception, he also rushed 11 times for 54 yards and three touchdowns. Running back Lyle McCombs finished with nine rushes for 53 yards and one touchdown. Wide receivers Mike Tatum and Judd Harrold each had three receptions and two touchdowns. Defensive lineman Chris Martin led the Storm defense with 5.5 total tackles and one sack. Defensive back Jabari Gorman recorded one interception while linebacker Dezmin Reed recorded one sack.
