Koyotes Best Wolfpack on the Road

06/06/09 - SPRINGFIELD, MO - Once again the Springfield WolfPack had plenty of opportunities to win their final regular season home game against the Kansas Koyotes, but failure to score on their first three possessions of the game led to a 40-27 win for the Koyotes.

On the first play of the game, Kansas quarterback Carlos Kelley's pass was intercepted by Jonathan Frazier at the WolfPack 19 yard line, but Springfield squandered the chance turning to ball over on downs.

After running back Robbie DuBois picked up 20 yards on 3 carries, it was Kelly's 1-yard run into the end zone with 8:27 remaining to put the Koyotes on the board 7-0.

Springfield was 5 for 8 on 4th down plays for the game, but could not get anything going in the first half. Kansas led 27-0 late in the second quarter after a fumbled snap and two interceptions stopped WolfPack drives in the red zone while the Koyotes countered with a Robbie DuBois run and two Kelly to Dwayne Allen TD’s of 26 and 17 yards.

But with :10 left in the half, Brett Lovekamp's 34 yard reception (on a 4th down and 30), gave the WolfPack the ball on the Koyotes’ 13 yard line. Following a Kansas penalty, WolfPack quarterback Colby Hughes' 7-yard run with no time on the clock broke the shutout.

Springfield scored first to start the second half after getting the ball back on a turnover.  Sean Nevills gave the WolfPack hope with a 1 yard TD run set up by Luke Shah's 13 yard reception (again on a 4th down play), and Springfield trailed 27-13 after a missed extra point.

DuBois' second TD run of the game (10 yards) opened the gap for the Koyotes to 20 points (33-13) after the extra point was ruled no good with 6:30 left in the 3rd quarter.  Allen's 35 yard reception, and third TD catch of the game, in the 4th quarter ended any chance of a comback, opening a 40-13 lead.

Springfield used a 7 yard pass to Lovekamp with4:35 left in the 4th (2 point conversion failed) to trail by 21. Then, with 54 seconds left in the game a 45 yard pass to Alberto Garcia put 6 more WolfPack points on the board, the 2 point conversion failed for a final 40-27 outcome.

The Koyotes return home this Saturday to face the Iowa Blackhawks. The Blackhawks (5-1) return to Topeka just three weeks since they prevailed over the Koyotes 55-35. Iowa comes off their first loss of the season, a 55-35 barnburner to the Mid-Missouri Outlaws.

The Wolfpack Are Up Next

This week the Koyotes will travel to Springfield, MO to take on the Springfield Wolfpack. Springfield is currently 2-1. Their only loss coming to the Blackhawks two weeks ago by 3 points 35-32.
 
The Koyotes will have revenge in mind the following week when Iowa comes to Topeka on May 23rd. We will have more info forthcoming on that ballgame.

Koyotes fall to Blackhawks: 34-31

Koyotes’ kicker, Chris Thompson was the ‘brightest light’ on the field Saturday night in the Koyotes’ loss to Iowa.  He connected on three of four field goal attempts, one from 52 yards—a record for a Koyotes kicker.  It wasn’t enough, however, as the Blackhawks were able to engineer a come-from-behind victory, 34-31, in a classic contest for the two archrivals.  Thompson’s other kicks were of 41 and 34 yards.  He missed on a fourth late in the game giving the Blackhawks’ kicker, Jerry Lakin, the opportunity to kick the game winning field goal with 46 seconds left in the contest.

The Koyotes’ defense started the game well holding Iowa scoreless in their first two possessions.  In Iowa’s third possession, the defense blocked a Lakin field goal attempt which Solomon Brittain picked up and ran in for a touchdown.  Thompson added the point after to go along with the two shorter field goals to give the Koyotes a 13 – 0 lead.  It looked like it could be a good evening for the Koyotes.

After a late first quarter touchdown by the Blackhawks, their defense stiffened and started the second quarter with a sack of Koyotes quarterback, Carlos Kelly, for a safety, bringing the score to within four, 13 – 9.  On the second play of the Koyotes’ next possession, Carlos was intercepted on the Koyotes’ 14 to set up a Steve Rush touchdown that gave Iowa a 16-13 lead.

The Koyotes moved back in front 21-16 with 4:06 left in the first half on a 9-yard TD pass from Kelly to KU product, Jeff Foster. They tacked on another 10 points in the third quarter to move in front by 15 before Iowa’s defense stuffed the Koyotes.   Blackhawks quarterback, Chuck Wright, finally found his rhythm and, after being intercepted three times and completing only 5 of his first 12 passes early in the game, connected on 5 of 6 attempts on a pair of touchdown drives in the fourth quarter that pulled the Blackhawks even at 31.
Thompson then had a chance to put the Koyotes ahead and to force Iowa to score a touchdown to win.  But on this occasion, it was not to be.  Lakin then kicked home the game-winning field goal with 44 seconds left and then Kelly was intercepted two plays later to end the comeback effort.

Iowa comes to Topeka on May 23 to play the Koyotes in the Kansas Expocentre.

The Koyotes are on the road again this week, playing the Springfield Wolf Pack Saturday at Mediacom Ice Park in Springfield, MO at 7:05 pm.

Kansas (2-1) 13  8  10  0  -  31

Iowa (3-0) 7  9  0  18  -  34

K - Chris Thompson 41 FG

K - Thompson 34 FG

K - Solomon Brittain 13 blocked kick return (Thompson kick)

I - Steve Rush 4 run (Jerry Lakin kick)

I - Safety, Jeff McQuinn sacked Kelly in end zone

I - Rush 14 run (Lakin kick)

K - Jeff Foster 9 pass from Kelly (Justin Wrecke pass from Nathan Bolden)

K - Thompson 52 FG

K - Wrecke 25 pass from Kelly (Thompson kick)

I - Mike Stuart 1 run (Lakin kick)

I - Stuart 4 run (Ben Alford pass from Chuck Wright)

I - Lakin 37 FG

Koyotes win home opener 45-14

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Kansas Koyotes 2009 Schedule Set

APFL six time champions, the KansasKoyotes, are set to kickoff their 7th season on April 25, 2009 at the Kansas Expocentre. The Koyotes have been working intensely since February when conditioning camp started, and they’re eager for their opening night.

The Koyotes are led by Jim Green, now in his fourth season as head coach. Green stated, “The guys this year are faster than I’ve seen in a while, and their chemistry and hunger for victories has really set the tone in practice.  We have some work to do, but we should be very competitive.”
 
The Koyotes’ schedule includes returning teams the Iowa Blackhawks, the Springfield Wolf Pack, and the Florida Scorpions.  New teams on the schedule include the Denver Titans and the Lincoln Tornadoes.

“Economics have affected travel budgets and scheduling for teams playing in the APFL just as in other minor leagues, so there have been some out-of-the-ordinary efforts made to make every team’s schedule as favorable as possible,” said team President, Ralph Adams.

Teams slated for play in 2010 will include Texarkana, AR and Springfield, IL.

For additional information and to reserve season tickets contact the Kansas Koyotes office at (785) 228-0729

Kansas Koyotes/APFL 2009 Player Tryout Date Set

The Kansas Koyotes are holding a player tryout for the upcoming 2009 American Professional Football League (APFL) season on Saturday, March 14th. The tryouts will begin at 12:00 noon on the indoor turf at the Lakeland Building at 913 N.E. Colbern Rd. in Lee’s Summit, MO.  Team drills will be a part of the afternoon activities.

“We will be looking for championship caliber players at all positions,” said head coach Jim Green.  “We are looking for the best talent we can find to fill some key positions so the Koyotes can continue as the APFL Champions.”

Players wishing to pre-register can contact the Koyotes at (785) 228-0729 or by emailing to koyotes@koyotefootball.com .  The registration fee for the tryout is $50.00 cash, money order, or bank card.  Players may also register the day of the tryout beginning at 11:30 a.m.  Registration the day of the tryout is $60 cash or money order only.

Those trying out for the team are urged to wear appropriate attire (t-shirt, shorts, etc.).  Turf shoes will be required.  Drinks will be provided. 

Strength training and conditioning for the 2009 season has started and training camp will start March 17.  Further details will be available at the tryout.

The Koyotes are pursuing their seventh straight APFL championship beginning in April. Season tickets are on sale at the Koyotes office for the upcoming 2009 season.  Many preferred seating sections are sold out, however, there are plenty of great seats still available.  The VIP section and home sideline season seats are almost completely sold out.  For more information call (785) 228-0729.

2009 Koyote Girls Dance Team Tryouts

Topeka, KS- Kansas Koyotes have scheduled open 2009 Koyote Girls Dance Team tryouts for Sunday March 1, 2009 at 6:30 p.m.  The tryouts will be held at Fuzion School of Dance which is located at 435-A NW Independence in Topeka.  There will be a $25 cash audition fee at the door.

Dancers must be at least 17 years of age with parental consent to tryout and must be in good health to perform.  Please arrive for tryouts in performance make-up and hair.  Hot shorts, crop tops or sports bras, and jazz shoes are the required apparel.

The Koyote Girls Dance Team is the only professional sports dance team in the area.  This professional dance team is one of the most important ingredients to our success, and we would like you to become a part of our record setting seventh season.

Kickoff for the Koyotes is expected to be in April and will run through July.  The Koyotes’ schedule will include a minimum of seven home games.

Season tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by calling the Koytoes’ office at 785-228-0729 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Fitness & Conditioning Begins for 2009 Koyotes

 The 2009 Kansas Koyotes have begun fitness and conditioning camp. Through the month of February, camp will be conducted on Tuesdays at the North YMCA from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. and Thursdays at the First Baptist Church gym at 30th and Macvicar from 8:00 – 9:30 p.m. If you have any questions about dates, times, or locations, please contact the Koyote’s office at 228-0729.

Koyotes’ 2009 Player Tryouts Scheduled

Topeka, KS – The Kansas Koyotes are holding their player tryouts for the upcoming 2009 APFL season on Saturday, January 31st. The tryouts will begin at 3:00 p.m. in the gymnasium of First Baptist Church at 30th and MacVicar in Topeka.  Team drills will be a part of the afternoon activities.

“We will be looking for championship caliber players at all positions at this tryout,” said Head Coach Jim Green.  “We are looking for the best talent we can find to fill some key positions,”

Players wishing to pre-register for the tryout can contact the Koyotes at (785) 228-0729 or by emailing to koyotes@koyotefootball.com.  The registration fee for the tryout is $40.00 cash or money order ONLY.  Players may also register on the day of the tryout.  Registration begins at 2:30 p.m.

 “We have our coaching staff in place and are all very anxious to get this season started,” said Coach Green, “and we know we have to continue to improve our talent to keep the winning tradition of the Koyotes.”

Those trying out for the team are urged to wear appropriate attire (t-shirt, shorts, etc.) and shoes for the strenuous exercises and drills associated with the tryout.  Regular gym shoes or basketball shoes will be required.  Please do not wear black-soled shoes. Drinks will be provided. 

Strength training and conditioning will start in February and the training camp will start in early March.  Further details will be available at the tryout.

The Koyotes are going for a seventh straight APFL championship beginning in April. Season tickets are on sale at the Koyotes office for the upcoming 2008 season.  The seating sections are filling up fast.  The VIP section and home sideline seats are almost completely sold out.  For more information call (785) 228-0729.

Koyotes earn sixth straight title

Team completes 11-1 season with 62-36 win

By Rick Peterson Jr.
The Capital-Journal
Published Sunday, August 03, 2008

The Kansas Koyotes were overwhelming favorites to capture their sixth consecutive American Professional Football League championship Saturday night against Beaumont (Texas).

And after a slow start, the 11-1 Koyotes lived up to their billing, rolling to a 62-36 win against the Drillers at Landon Arena.

The Drillers, who hadn't played a game since May 31, used an aerial attack keyed by quarterback Tony Eckert to take an early 12-6 lead. But the Koyotes bounced back to take a nine-point lead at halftime and dominated the second half.

"We knew they were going over the top," Koyotes coach Jim Green said. "We talked about that over the week. We knew we were going to have to shut that long pass down and also get pressure on the quarterback.

"We made some adjustments on the front line, and it really did pay off."

Koyotes cornerback Henry Talley, who grabbed two interceptions in the game, including a 27-yard return for a touchdown, said that Beaumont's speed gave the Koyotes problems early on.

"They were a good team, and they had some fast people and we had to adjust to their speed," he said. "We had to get back playing our football so we just made adjustments and made plays off of that."

Mike Steen ran for three touchdowns to key the Koyotes' offense, while Solomon Brittian scored two fourth-quarter touchdowns off kickoff returns.

Steen, who joined the Koyotes this year, said that the season was an exciting one.

"It's just been a lot of brotherly love," Steen said. "We had a lot of people showing up that loved to win.

"We let one slip away (a loss to Iowa) from a perfect season, but we made up for it with a championship, and that's all that matters."

The Koyotes, got a pair of 3-yard first-half touchdown runs from Steen, an 11-yard touchdown pass from Nathan Bolden Jr. to Josh Freeman and the interception return from Talley to build a 27-18 halftime lead.

Eckert hit Jerrod Fuller for a 36-yard touchdown pass on the Drillers' first offensive play. Eckert also hit Roland Hayes for a 15-yard scoring pass in the first quarter and connected with Fuller for a 9-yard score in the second period.

Kansas ended any hopes of a Beaumont comeback with two third-quarter touchdowns then outscored the Drillers 21-18 in a wild final period.

The Koyotes overcame a 239-yard passing effort from Eckert and a 109-yard receiving night from Fuller, who caught four of Eckert's six touchdown passes.

Beaumont 12 6 0 18 — 36

Kansas 6 21 14 21 — 62

Kansas — Steen 3 run (kick failed)

Beaumont — Fuller 36 pass from Eckert (pass failed)

Beaumont — Hayes 15 pass from Eckert (pass failed)

Kansas — Freeman 11 pass from Bolden (Thompson kick)

Kansas — Talley 27 interception return (Thompson kick)

Beaumont — Fuller 9 pass from Eckert (run failed)

Kansas — Steen 3 run (Thompson kick)

Kansas — Steen 2 run (Thompson kick)

Kansas — Bolden 11 run (Thompson kick)

Beaumont — Fuller 16 pass from Eckert (pass failed)

Kansas — Brittian 48 kickoff return (Thompson kick)

Beaumont — Jones 33 pass from Eckert (pass failed)

Kansas — Brittian 29 kickoff return (Thompson kick)

Kansas — Safety, Eckert tackled by Carter in end zone

Kansas — Smith 2 run (run failed)

Beaumont — Fuller 5 pass from Eckert (pass failed)

INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS

RUSHING — Beaumont: Fuller 1-5, Brown 1-5, Hayes 2-1, Eckert 4-minus-30. Kansas: Smith 6-37, Steen 11-36, Bolden 7-34, Wrecke 1-2.

PASSING — Beaumont: Eckert 20-35-4, 239. Kansas: Bolden 5-20-1, 60.

RECEIVING — Beaumont: Fuller 7-109, Franks 5-30, Hayes 4-41, Jones 2-38, Deml 1-21, Beeler 1-0. Kansas: Freeman 2-23, Smith 1-19, Steen 1-12, Allen 1-6.

2008 APFL Championship
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2008 APFL Championship Game

The race for the APFL Championship is down to two as the Kansas Koyotes, with a 10 – 1 record, learned their opponent for the season’s biggest game this Saturday at the Kansas Expocentre.  The Beaumont (TX) Drillers will bring their 9 – 3 record to Topeka for the title tilt at 7:05 PM, Saturday, August 2nd.

The Drillers, formerly of the National Indoor Football League (NIFL), are in their first year in the APFL and their ninth season overall.  The Drillers made the playoffs four times in the NIFL, however, this is their first ever appearance in a Championship Game.

The Drillers are led by veteran indoor professional football coach Bryan Blake.  Blake in his first year in the APFL has coached for five years in indoor professional football for teams in the af2 and the NIFL.  He also played in both leagues prior to becoming a coach.

The Koyotes are led by third year head coach Jim Green.  Green has led the Koyotes to their last two Championships as well as an assistant in their very first in 2003. Rookie quarterback Nathan Bolden leads the Koyotes on the field , and the most veteran player on the roster, Justin Wrecke, is Bolden’s favorite target leading the league in touchdown receptions.

APFL Championship Game tickets are on sale now through the Kansas Koyotes office or in person at the Kansas Expocentre box office.  Season ticket holders’ seats are being held for their purchase through Tuesday, July 29.  All other seats are available for purchase now as well.  General admission ticket prices start at $10 for adults and $5 for kids 2 – 12 years of age.  Companies or groups with 10 or more interested in special group prices can call the Koyotes office for further information at 785-228-0729

2008 APFL
CHAMPIONSHIP GAME

APFL Championship Game tickets are now on sale through the Kansas Koyotes office or in person at the Kansas Expocentre box office.  The Championship game is scheduled for Saturday, August 2nd at 7:05pm.

Season ticket holders’ seats are being held for their purchase through Tuesday, July 29.  All other seats are available for purchase now.  General admission ticket prices start at $10 for adults and $5 for kids.  For further information call the Kansas Koyotes office at 785-228-0729

Florida Scorpions in town on Saturday

The Koyotes will be playing this weekend April 26th at 7:05pm in Landon Arena at the Kansas Expocentre.  The Florida Scorpions (formerly nicknamed the Knights) will be the opponent.  The Scorpions are a transfer from the now defunct National Indoor Football League (NIFL).  Ironically, the NIFL was the intended league for the Koyotes until shaky leadership led them to the more regional APFL.  The Florida team is a bit of an unknown since this will be their first game in the APFL.  However, they are expected to be as most football teams in Florida tend to be – full of plenty of size and speed. 

Thanks,

Ted E. Adams
Vice President
Kansas Koyotes, Professional Indoor Football Team

2008 Koyotes Schedule

April 19th Springfield Wolfpack
April 26th Florida Knights
May 3rd Bye
May 10th Nebraska Extreme
May 17th Bye
May 24th Iowa Blackhawks
May 31st at Iowa Blackhawks
June 7th at Springfield Wolfpack
June 13th Missouri Minutemen
June 21st Nebraska
June 28th Bye
July 5th at Florida Knights
July 12th at Iowa Blackhawks
July 19th or 26th APFL Playoffs
July 26th or August 2nd APFL Championship

2008 Koyotes Player Tryouts
January 26th, 2008

Topeka, KS – The Kansas Koyotes are holding their player tryouts for the upcoming 2008 APFL season on Saturday, January 26th. The tryouts will be in two sessions.  The 8:00AM session will be an open tryout for new players interested in all positions.  The 1:00PM session will be for returning players from the 2007 team and players invited back from the morning session.  Team drills will be a part of the afternoon activities.
“We are looking to fill some key positions,” said Head Coach Jim Green.  “We will be looking for championship caliber players at all positions at this tryout.”
Players wishing to pre-register for the tryout can contact the Koyotes at (785) 228-0729 or stop by the office at 4121 SW Twilight Drive.  The registration fee for the tryout is $40.00 cash or money order ONLY.  Players may also register on the day of the tryout.  Registration begins at 8:00AM at the Topeka West High School gymnasium at 2001 SW Fairlawn.  Participants are to park in the West parking lot off Belle Avenue north of  21st St. and enter at the north gymnasium doors.
“We have our coaching staff in place and are all very anxious to get this season started,” said Coach Green.  “In our coaches’ meetings I have felt a great deal of energy and excitement about forming another championship team for Topeka.  With several new teams in the league this year, we know we have to continue to improve our talent to keep the winning tradition of the Koyotes.”
Those trying out for the team are urged to wear appropriate attire (t-shirt, shorts, etc.) and shoes for the strenuous exercises and drills associated with the tryout.  Regular gym shoes or basketball shoes will be required.  Please do not wear black soled shoes. Drinks will be provided at the tryout. 
In looking ahead for the next two months, Coach Green stated that strength training and conditioning will start in February and Training camp will start in early March.
“We hope our tradition of winning continues, and Coach Green is committed to help us continue bringing championship football to NE Kansas for years to come,” stated Ralph Adams, Koyotes president and founder.
The Koyotes are going for a sixth straight APFL championship beginning in April. Season tickets are on sale at the Koyotes office for the upcoming 2008 season.  The seating sections are filling up fast.  The VIP section and home sideline seats are almost completely sold out.  For more information call (785) 228-0729.

           
4121 SW Twilight Dr, Ste 7
Topeka, KS  66614
785-228-0729