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Post by JustMomma on Sept 22, 2008 13:13:00 GMT -5
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Post by Free Agent Fan on Sept 22, 2008 14:17:44 GMT -5
This rumor came to my attention also. But, I can't confirm it. There are also several other rumors floating around about the whole South in general. Take them as rumors for the time being. If I get any actual confrmed statements, I'll post it.
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Post by Canton Cougar Fan on Sept 22, 2008 18:44:53 GMT -5
"Those who don't learn from history are destined to repeat it."
Remember pre-year 3 of the AIFL? When the entire southern division left for the WIFL?
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Post by gonzo13 on Sept 22, 2008 20:34:27 GMT -5
It wouldn't surprise me at all. And I also think they are crazy if they think they will be back after going dark for a year. I really hate it for the players.
edited by Joe
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Post by stickyhands on Sept 23, 2008 12:41:49 GMT -5
as a player, i'll confirm that the augusta colts will not be playing in 2009. that was the word from sisson himself into my telephone. word is they wanna come back in 2010 but who knows. time will tell....a lot of time...
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Post by JustMomma on Sept 23, 2008 16:52:32 GMT -5
From AugustaColts.com 2009 Season Press Release The Augusta Colts would like to announce that an agreement has been reached between the American Indoor Football Association (AIFA), the Global Spectrum management team, and the Augusta Colts Pro Indoor Football Club which will allow the Colts to sit out the 2009 indoor football season; with a return to the James Brown Arena in 2010. Terms of this agreement include: 1) While the Augusta Colts will not play football in 2009, the Colts are not folding. Quite the contrary, the Colts remain in good standing with the AIFA; having paid (in advance) their AIFA membership dues for the entire 2009 season. 2) Global Spectrum has affirmed their intent to continue to negotiate a 2010 arena lease with the Colts; a process scheduled to resume tomorrow, (Sept. 24, 2008). Indeed, there is great expectation within our respective organizations about the prospect of working together to help re-create the excitement of pro indoor football in the CSRA. 3) During this “off season” Colts’ fans can expect to see an increase in our community presence (to create an awareness & support for the home team). We will also use this time to "tweak" our business plan (to better meet the challenges of a weak economy); to retire any lingering debt; and to continue our search for a new head coach & dance team coordinator. Fans can follow our progress over the next 18 months via weekly updates on the Colts’ official website, www.augustacolts.com. In conclusion, while saddened by the prospect of sitting out the 2009 indoor season, the Augusta Colts realize that we have been presented with a tremendous opportunity; one which will allow us to evaluate the lessons learned during our inaugural (2008) season and thus move the franchise forward with greater success & stability in the future. John Sisson President & General Manager Augusta Colts Professional Indoor Football Club (AIFA) P.O. Box 9 Augusta, GA 30903 augustacolts@bellsouth.netThis e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it www.augustacolts.com |
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Post by lionsfan on Sept 24, 2008 14:47:22 GMT -5
"...and to continue our search for a new head coach & dance team coordinator."
In the list of priorities, I can't believe that "head coach" and "dance team coordinator" are in the same sentence!
:smileylions:
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Post by gonzo13 on Sept 24, 2008 17:35:59 GMT -5
....Good point, sounds like kind of a personal jab doesn't it?
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