Two of the Nation's Best Face Off for First Time

Two Minor League Champions Battle this Saturday
The 2008 North American Football League champion Tornados take on the three-time, Mid-Continental Football League champion Detroit Seminoles

For release- September 21, 2010

INDIANAPOLIS- The last Saturday of the 2010 NAFL regular season will “go out with a bang” at Park Tudor School when the Indianapolis Tornados take on the Detroit Seminoles in inter-league play. The Seminoles organization is one of the nation’s most prestigious football clubs with thirteen championships in various semi-professional leagues, and team president Sylvester Jennings made a special, late-season request to face another title-holding franchise in the Midwest, the Indianapolis Tornados. Kickoff will commence Saturday, September 25 at 7:00 p.m. The gates will open at 5:30 p.m. as the Tornados provide their pre-game entertainment for Fan Appreciation Night.

The Seminoles have been to seven national championship games. In addition, they are the three-time Mid-Continental Football League champions, the three-time Mid-States Football League champions, and the three-time Michigan Football League champions. This “motor city” football club prides itself on being the best and playing the best, a reason why Jennings sought out the 2008 NAFL champion Tornados. Two storied franchises facing off for the first time should make for a great football game that fans will not want to miss.

The Indianapolis Tornados are a minor league football team with a rich history and an intense commitment to the community. The Tornados won the North American Football League championship in 2008, the largest minor league football organization in the country. Players from top colleges joined the Tornados for a shot at professional aspirations. For more information about the team and organization log on to www.indianapolistornados.com. The next home game of the season is September 25 at Park Tudor. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and Kick-off is at 7:00 p.m.

"Motor City" Squad Comes to Indianapolis for Season's Conclusion

Tornados Battle Detroit Seminoles for Last Regular Season Game
Indianapolis faces squad from the “motor city” on Fan Appreciation Night

For release- September 17, 2010

INDIANAPOLIS- The Indianapolis Tornados will be facing the Detroit Seminoles on Saturday, September 25. That evening will be Fan Appreciation Night, and the last Tornados’ game of the 2010 North American Football League season. Indianapolis is hoping to make the NAFL playoffs, with a current record of 8-2 (8-1 in the NAFL). A win over Detroit would definitely “seal the deal” for the Tornados. With a strong post-season berth, the squad hopes to win its second NAFL championship in three years.

The players are not the only ones feeling the excitement. Fan Appreciation Night will consist of multiples prize giveaways for dedicated supporters of the team; such as a $100 gift certificate from Master Jewelers, a 32-inch, flat-screen television from Northwestern Mutual, $250 in IT Services from Veteran's Computer Solutions, and a $250 scholarship from Indiana College Choice Plan to name just a few.

Indiana State Treasurer Richard Mourdock will be conducting the game’s opening coin toss. At halftime, Twister the Kat-5 Tornado and his mascot buddies will be battling it out with youth fans in a game of touch football. It looks to be a fun-filled evening for fans of all ages. Kickoff is at 7:00 p.m.

The Indianapolis Tornados are a minor league football team with a rich history and an intense commitment to the community. The Tornados won the North American Football League championship in 2008, the largest minor league football organization in the country. Players from top colleges joined the Tornados for a shot at professional aspirations. For more information about the team and organization log on to www.indianapolistornados.com. The next home game of the season is September 25 at Park Tudor. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and Kick-off is at 7:00 p.m.

Tornados Overcome Chicago Again

Wolverines Collide with Tornados on Back to School Night
Indianapolis Tornados were victorious once more in their second showdown of the season with the Chicago Wolverines

For release- September 3, 2010

INDIANAPOLIS- The Chicago Wolverines traveled to “Indy” to face the Tornados for the second time of this 2010 North American Football League season on Saturday, August 28. Wolverines exited the field of Park Tudor School and departed for their homes in the “windy city” with another disappointing loss to dwell on for the four hour car ride. The Tornados were victorious in the closely fought battle, ending with a 22-21 final score.

Brandon Williams had two touchdown passes for the Tornados, one of which was for 80 yards. In addition, Luther Baker returned a fumble for a 25-yard score.

The victory coincided with the Tornados’ “Back to School Night,” an evening themed around the beginning of the 2010 school year. The Indianapolis staff worked on numerous contests for the student fans involved with Tornados football; including the young scholars of elementary schools, middle schools, high schools, and even those of Indianapolis-based universities.

Tornados’ Master of Ceremonies Scott Evans proved to be more than a man behind the microphone Saturday night. His non-profit organization Fight the Wackness Now, a group dedicated to helping young men and women reach their goals in spite of adversity, was the evening’s charity sponsor. Several fan contests for the night were in conjunction with this group’s cause.

The Indianapolis Tornados will be having their last home game of the season on Saturday, September 25. The team will be hosting “Fan Appreciation Night,” to express their gratitude to the Tornados who show their support from the bleachers each week. Numerous giveaway prizes will be rewarded to those in attendance.

The Indianapolis Tornados are a minor league football team with a rich history and an intense commitment to the community. The Tornados won the North American Football League championship in 2008, the largest minor league football organization in the country. Players from top colleges joined the Tornados for a shot at professional aspirations. For more information about the team and organization log on to www.indianapolistornados.com. The next home game of the season is September 25 at Park Tudor. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and Kick-off is at 7:00 p.m.

Tornados Overcome Wolf Pack

Tornados Fight Off Traverse City’s Wolf Pack
Indianapolis hands the Traverse City Wolves their first loss of the 2010 North American Football League season

For release- August 17, 2010

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich.- The undefeated Traverse City Wolves left Thirlby Field this past Saturday with their first loss of the season. The Indianapolis Tornados fought off the 2009 division champion Wolves (4-1) with a 34-11 final score, extending their record to 5-2. Turnovers were a problem for Traverse City, as they racked up four fumbles and one interception.

Tony West had a 4-yard run in the first quarter to give the Tornados their first offensive strike of the game. In the second quarter, West struck again with a 15-yard carry into the end zone. Chad Rollins had a 27-yard field goal and later a 25-yard field goal set up by a fumble recovered by Carlton Summler. The Tornados went into halftime with a 20-3 lead.

West added another touchdown carry to his already stellar performance for the night, this time an 80-yard run in the fourth quarter. Luther Baker returned a fumble for another Tornados’ touchdown, giving the team their final score of the evening. A scoring strike by the Wolves with 46 seconds left in the game proved to be a valiant, but late effort, finalizing a 34-11 score.

The Tornados will be traveling this Saturday, August 21, to the “windy city.” There they will face off against the Chicago Wolverines for the second time this season. The 2008 NAFL champions will be back at home on August 28 to face the Kansas Diamondbacks.

The Indianapolis Tornados are a minor league football team with a rich history and an intense commitment to the community. The Tornados won the North American Football League championship in 2008, the largest minor league football organization in the country. Players from top colleges joined the Tornados for a shot at professional aspirations. For more information about the team and organization log on to www.indianapolistornados.com. The next home game of the season is August 28 at Park Tudor. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and Kick-off is at 7:00 p.m.

Teamwork: article written by Ronald Barnett

Teamwork is defined in the Merriam-Webster's (MW) dictionary as "work done by several associates with each doing a part but all subordinating personal prominence to the efficiency of the whole." Whew, a mouthful, but we will break it down.

The Tornados are a group of individuals who have come together to achieve a goal. That goal of this 2008 National American Football League (NAFL) championship team is to repeat as 2010 champs of the NAFL. The teamwork shown by these dedicated men started long before the season's first game on June 12, 2010. Workouts, both individually and collectively brought this team together with a chemistry that is evident on the field of play. From the coaching staff, to the players, to the interns and volunteers, the Tornado family works individually as a collective team. Taking a note from the MW definition, one can readily see on the field where teamwork and cooperation have aided in the "efficiency of the whole" portion of that definition.

That said, there is another team that is as effective as the men playing on the field. And that is our Tornado fan base. This team has played in several cities around the mid-west over the past few years and no fans are as into the game as our fan base here in Indianapolis. Yes, you the fan, are an integral part of the success of the Tornados. The players, who play without pay are as dedicated as any athlete who may be playing for pay. The injuries that the average fan never witnesses; the workouts, the time away from family and friends are a true testament to the spirit that has been instilled into every Tornado player, coach and person connected to the organization.

In short the Tornados would like to extend an open invitation to come on out to cheer the team on. Make home field advantage truly mean something to these devoted and hard working players. Home field should mean something. Road games are difficult enough; driving a few hours to a game, playing, then driving or riding back home. Home field means that those cheers from you the fan are, in essence, an appreciation for the hard work than has been put into the ultimate product that hits the field. So, tell a friend, to tell a friend, to tell a friend that the Tornado goal for 2010, after all the hard work and sacrifice, is to be crowned 2010 champions of the NAFL. Just come out to our home field and see for yourself.

Tornados Defeat the Wolverines of Chicago

Tornados Overcome Chicago Wolverines
Victory at Park Tudor School Saturday gives the Tornados a 4-1 record for the season

For release- August 4, 2010

INDIANAPOLIS- A “ real nail-biter” of a game took place this past Saturday at Park Tudor School’s football stadium. The Indianapolis Tornados held the lead in the fourth quarter to seal a 14-12 victory over the Chicago Wolverines on July 31. The Wolverines will have their shot at redemption later on in the North American Football League season when they face the Tornados on August 21.

On Saturday, the Tornados had two touchdown scores, which was just enough to give them the win. Quarterback Ean Decker had a 25-yard touchdown pass to receiver Glenn Ayro while Mike Perkins had a 1-yard run into the end zone.

Later in the game, the Wolverines had a touchdown, followed by a failed 2-point conversion. Around the 2:00 mark of the fourth quarter, the Wolverines scored again, bringing their squad back into the game and giving them a chance to tie with another 2-point attempt. However, the Tornados’ defense pulled through with a clutch effort. The Wolverines failed both extra-point conversions, allowing the Tornados to have their fourth victory this season.

The Indianapolis Tornados are a minor league football team with a rich history and an intense commitment to the community. The Tornados won the North American Football League championship in 2008, the largest minor league football organization in the country. Players from top colleges joined the Tornados for a shot at professional aspirations. For more information about the team and organization log on to www.indianapolistornados.com. The next home game of the season is August 7 at Park Tudor. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and Kick-off is at 7:00 p.m.

Storm and Tornados in Sports Forecast

Storm Front from Nashville Heads for Indianapolis
The former North American Football League champions face the multiple time, league runner-up Nashville Storm on Military Appreciation Night

For release- August 4, 2010

INDIANAPOLIS- Two of the NAFL’s best teams go head to head this weekend. The Indianapolis Tornados will face the Nashville Storm on Saturday, August 7 at Park Tudor School. The battle between these decorated football squads will commence with a 7:00 p.m. Kick-off. The gates of Park Tudor will be opened at 5:30 p.m.

The Tornados won the NAFL championship in 2008, while the Storm organization has made it to the national championship game two separate years, in 2006 and 2009. Both teams expect nothing less than a stellar example of competitive football. Park Tudor School is located at 7200 N. College Avenue.

Saturday evening is also Military Appreciation Night, a special event inspired by the servicemen of the United States armed forces. Men and women of the military present at Saturday’s game will be honored by the Tornados for their service. Giveaways coming from different military branches will be tossed out to fans.

Local lawyer and radio personality of the 93.1 radio station Greg Garrison will be making a celebrity kick for charity. In addition, local recording artist Mike Archer will be performing a song he wrote, titled “Mr. Red, White, and Blue,” at halftime.

The Indianapolis Tornados are a minor league football team with a rich history and an intense commitment to the community. The Tornados won the North American Football League championship in 2008, the largest minor league football organization in the country. Players from top colleges joined the Tornados for a shot at professional aspirations. For more information about the team and organization log on to www.indianapolistornados.com. The next home game of the season is August 28 at Park Tudor. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and Kick-off is at 7:00 p.m.