Post by Gene on Dec 15, 2011 13:00:24 GMT -5
December 14, 2011 - Indoor Football League (IFL) Chicago Slaughter
HOFFMAN ESTATES - The Chicago Slaughter announced their biggest signing of the offseason on Friday, adding former University of Illinois standout quarterback Juice Williams to the roster for the 2012 season. Williams joined the team in June of last season. He passed for 250 yards and 6 TDs while rushing for 120 yards and 5 TDs in just 2 games.
While at the University of Illinois from 2007-2010, Williams led the Fighting Illini to their first Rose Bowl appearance since 1984 and their first win over a #1 ranked team since 1956. Williams passed for over 8,000 yards and 56 TDs which ranks him second all time in Fighting Illini history. He also rushed for over 2,500 yards and 18 TDs. He set the record for most starts by a quarterback and his yardage totals combined rank him #1 in all time offense in University of Illinois history.
New Chicago Slaughter GM and President Jeff Sedivy says about Williams, "We are excited to have Juice back with the team for a full season. He brings an exciting on-field presence, as well as strong community ties that our fans will truly enjoy."
The Chicago Slaughter, a member of the professional Indoor Football League, opens its sixth season at home at the Sears Centre Arena in Hoffman Estates on February 19, 2012 with the IFL Kickoff Classic against in-state rival the Bloomington Extreme. For more information or to reserve your tickets call 847-310-3190 or go to www.chicagoslaughter.com.
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HOFFMAN ESTATES - The Chicago Slaughter announced their biggest signing of the offseason on Friday, adding former University of Illinois standout quarterback Juice Williams to the roster for the 2012 season. Williams joined the team in June of last season. He passed for 250 yards and 6 TDs while rushing for 120 yards and 5 TDs in just 2 games.
While at the University of Illinois from 2007-2010, Williams led the Fighting Illini to their first Rose Bowl appearance since 1984 and their first win over a #1 ranked team since 1956. Williams passed for over 8,000 yards and 56 TDs which ranks him second all time in Fighting Illini history. He also rushed for over 2,500 yards and 18 TDs. He set the record for most starts by a quarterback and his yardage totals combined rank him #1 in all time offense in University of Illinois history.
New Chicago Slaughter GM and President Jeff Sedivy says about Williams, "We are excited to have Juice back with the team for a full season. He brings an exciting on-field presence, as well as strong community ties that our fans will truly enjoy."
The Chicago Slaughter, a member of the professional Indoor Football League, opens its sixth season at home at the Sears Centre Arena in Hoffman Estates on February 19, 2012 with the IFL Kickoff Classic against in-state rival the Bloomington Extreme. For more information or to reserve your tickets call 847-310-3190 or go to www.chicagoslaughter.com.
www.oursportscentral.com/services/releases/?id=4331344