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Philadelphia Phoenix Announce 2012 Try-Outs
Sam Jenkins and 2012 Coaching Staff Prepare for 2012 Season
PHILADELPHIA, PA - February 13, 2012
William D. Fuller, Philadelphia Phoenix President and CEO, announced the date of tryouts for the 2012 Philadelphia Phoenix Team today.
We are very excited about what the upcoming season can be. Head Coach Sam Jenkins has assembled a very talented and distinguished coaching staff for 2012. Last year, we went through the natural process of learning as we grew. The overriding positive aspect of last season is the development of our coaching staff and the growth of our players. We had the lead in 4 of our 6 losses, and with a year experience in Coach Jenkins system, we anticipate being much better at finishing.
The Philadelphia Phoenix one of the founding teams of the new Elite Football Association, will be holding their tryouts at the team practice field at Ditmar and Margaret streets in Philadelphia on March 10th 2012 from 1pm – 5pm. The fee for the tryout is $45.00 for non-roster players and $25.00 for those who were on the final 50 man roster and played for the Phoenix in their final 6 games of 2011. Tryout fees paid will be applied against team dues if you make the team. Players who sell 5 season tickets will be refunded their entire 2012 dues payment.
Phoenix Assemble Coaching Staff for 2012
PHILADELPHIA, PA - February 3, 2012
Philadelphia Phoenix Head Football Coach Sam Jenkins today announced his 2012 coaching staff.
“Teaching fundamentals and proper technique is mission one for our coaches” reports Jenkins.
“There are many players on our team with hopes of moving up to the next level be that College,
Arena Football, the Canadian Football League, or the NFL.
It is our job to polish their skills to help them get there."
The 2012 Phoenix staff reads like a who’s who of Philadelphia coaching.
Head Coach Sam Jenkins was on the staff of the Philadelphia Eagles in 1996 and 1997. He also coached in NFL Europe in 1997 and 1998.
Running Backs Coach Haley Desper played in the NFL for both the New Orleans Saints and the Philadelphia Eagles.
Assistant Head Coach – Defense, Curtis Myer and Dave Hall the Offensive/Defensive Line Coach have both worked extensively with the NFL High School Player Development Program.
“The Phoenix will have a 5 to 1 coaching ratio to insure that all of our players get the attention they deserve.” beams Phoenix owner William Fuller.
“Additionally, our entire staff has played or coached at elite levels of the game.
We are all fully committed to teaching our players the skills necessary to become outstanding football players and outstanding men. This staff demonstrates our commitment.”
Meet the Phoenix Staff
Head Football Coach
Sam Jenkins
Assistant Head Coach – Offense
Nick Mattio
Quarterbacks Coach
Doug Murphy
Wide Receivers Coach
Christian Gallardo
Running Backs Coach
Haley Desper
Offensive/Defensive Line Coach
Dave Hall
Assistant Head Coach – Defense
Curtis Myer
Defensive Coordinator
James Thorpe
Defensive Backs / Strength Coach
Anthony Witter
Inside Linebackers Coach
Anthony Thompson
Outside Linebackers Coach
Dwayne Savage
PHILADELPHIA PHOENIX become an Elite Team
The PHILADELPHIA PHOENIX join
the Elite Football Association
PHILADELPHIA, PA - December 5, 2011 - An Elite Brand of Football is Launched
The world of Minor League Football is being introduced to a new brand of football. The Elite Football Association (EFA) is proud to announce the launching of their league. Organizations sharing a common vision to conduct a new way of business at the adult amateur football level will pioneer the EFA into 2012 and beyond. The EFA has an opportunity to change the landscape of minor league football nationwide.
Elite Football Association Mission Statement:
The Elite Football Association is dedicated to creating the best teaching environment for all of its players to learn the skills in football and life, in order to reach their personal and professional goals. We strive to have each person associated with the league to be a success on and off the field. In FOOTBALL, we are an adult amateur league operating at the minor league level. It is open to ages 18 on up, with the primary focus on being the premier developmental league for players ages 18-26. Our teams will consist of players with previous playing experience in high school, college, minor league, CFL, and NFL. Teams will focus on assisting players in developing the skills and techniques necessary to earn their way into college to get an education and possibly pursue a career in professional football. In LIFE, we are committed to teaching life skills, such as: Goal Setting, Positive Mental Attitude, Developing a Passion, Time Management, How to Find and Keep Personal Motivation and the 17 Success Principles. The EFA is proud to have six well-known teams leading the way for the upcoming season. The Baltimore Saints, Central Penn Piranha, New Jersey Lions, NEPA Miners, Lehigh Valley Storm, and Philadelphia Phoenix have all chosen to be Elite teams. Additional teams joining the EFA will be announced in the near future. Official league play will begin in 2012. EFA teams will receive the ultimate minor league football experience, as well as guidance and league support. Players will compete at quality venues against competitive programs, thus creating a true minor league football experience for themselves and their fans. More information, sponsors, and news at: WWW.EFA1.COM .
PHILADELPHIA PHOENIX
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