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.