Post by breal on Feb 14, 2008 23:02:43 GMT -5
Tupelo, MS) - The Mississippi MudCats of the American Indoor Football Association announced that Fullback / Linebacker and Arkansas native Keith Turner has signed with the team for the upcoming 2008 season.
Turner (6'4"-260) played collegiate football at the University of Arkansas. After a successful college career he had stints with the Tennessee Valley Vipers of AF2
and the Odessa Roughnecks of the IFL where he was a key part of the championship team in 2006. During that season Keith had 12 rushing touchdowns, as well as one
on special teams. Defensively, Keith had 6 sacks and 3 interceptions along with numerous batted passes from his Mac linebacker spot.
"Keith is a very talented player who will come in and be an immediate impact on this team both on and off the field," said Defensive Coordinator Gary Patterson. "I have seen this kid perform at a high level and I am looking forward to seeing him in the green and gold."
The Mississippi MudCats are preparing for their upcoming at home season opener against the Fayetteville Guard from North Carolina on March 22, 2008. For more information on season tickets and sponsorship opportunities with the Mississippi MudCats for the upcoming 2008 season, please call (662) 842-7448 or visit the
MudCat website at www.mississippimudcats.com
Turner (6'4"-260) played collegiate football at the University of Arkansas. After a successful college career he had stints with the Tennessee Valley Vipers of AF2
and the Odessa Roughnecks of the IFL where he was a key part of the championship team in 2006. During that season Keith had 12 rushing touchdowns, as well as one
on special teams. Defensively, Keith had 6 sacks and 3 interceptions along with numerous batted passes from his Mac linebacker spot.
"Keith is a very talented player who will come in and be an immediate impact on this team both on and off the field," said Defensive Coordinator Gary Patterson. "I have seen this kid perform at a high level and I am looking forward to seeing him in the green and gold."
The Mississippi MudCats are preparing for their upcoming at home season opener against the Fayetteville Guard from North Carolina on March 22, 2008. For more information on season tickets and sponsorship opportunities with the Mississippi MudCats for the upcoming 2008 season, please call (662) 842-7448 or visit the
MudCat website at www.mississippimudcats.com
