Now that the season is over, it's time for owners, coaches and players in the Spokane Shock organization to start thinking about the future.More >>
Now that the season is over, it's time for owners, coaches and players in the Spokane Shock organization to start thinking about the future. Fans will be comforted to know, perhaps, that the team doesn't expect to make wholesale changes this offseason.More >>
With the season winding down and the Shock out of the playoffs, majority owner Brady Nelson already has his eye on next year, and the year after that, and the year after that.More >>
With the season winding down and the Shock out of the playoffs, majority owner Brady Nelson already has his eye on next year, and the year after that, and the year after that.More >>
The Arena Football League will not return to "Ironman Football" next season, meaning teams can substitute freely instead of requiring players to play both sides of the ball.
The decision was made Wednesday morning during meetings with team owners in Phoenix. An AFL news release said the decision was based on fan influence, as well as player and coach input.
Players will still be allowed to play multiple positions.
Spokane Shock head coach Brady Nelson said back in July that he thought Ironman rules could work to Spokane's favor. He also said "it would be fun for the fans to see that."
Also decided at the meetings in Phoenix: a change in officiating and dates for free agency.
The AFL will return to five-man officiating crews, using a referee, umpire, line judge, side judge and back judge.
The AFL's exclusive period begins Oct. 15, at which time players will be able to sign contracts with their 2012 teams. Anyone not signed on Oct. 29 will be unrestricted free agents and can sign with any team. Nelson has said he hopes to have about 75 percent of last year's team back for another season in Spokane.
Tuesday, June 11 2013 1:37 PM EDT2013-06-11 17:37:04 GMT
Spokane Shock offensive lineman Chris Pino stopped by the SWX studio this evening. Tune into SWX Tonight at 10:30 p.m. (Comcast channel 115) to hear the full interview.More >>
Spokane Shock offensive lineman Chris Pino stopped by the SWX studio this evening. Tune into SWX Tonight at 10:30 p.m. (Comcast channel 115) to hear the full interview.More >>
Monday, June 10 2013 10:26 PM EDT2013-06-11 02:26:05 GMT
The 2012 South Division Champion Jacksonville Sharks announced Monday that the team has been assigned quarterbacks Kyle Rowley.More >>
The 2012 South Division Champion Jacksonville Sharks announced Monday that the team has been assigned quarterbacks Kyle Rowley and Lee Chapple. Per team policy, terms of the deals were not disclosed.More >>
Sunday, June 2 2013 2:21 AM EDT2013-06-02 06:21:18 GMT
The Shock shut down Sabercats starter Russ Michna in the first half and backup play caller Mitch Mustain in the second en route to a 75-45 throttling at the Spokane Arena on Saturday night.More >>
The Shock shut down Sabercats starter Russ Michna in the first half and backup play caller Mitch Mustain in the second en route to a 75-45 throttling at the Spokane Arena on Saturday night.More >>
Wednesday, May 29 2013 8:46 PM EDT2013-05-30 00:46:41 GMT
An injury might keep defensive back Paul Stephens out of Saturday's game.
When you include the Spokane Shock's previous game against the San Jose Sabercats into the mix, Saturday's 7:00 p.m. matchup at the Spokane Arena should an emotionally charged affair.More >>
When you include the Spokane Shock's previous game against the San Jose Sabercats into the mix, Saturday's 7:00 p.m. matchup at the Spokane Arena should an emotionally charged affair.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 2:24 AM EDT2013-06-19 06:24:50 GMT
Kendrys Morales hit a line-drive single off of shortstop Erick Aybar's glove in the 10th inning to bring home the go-ahead run and the Mariners topped the Angels 3-2 in Anaheim on Tuesday.More >>
Kendrys Morales hit a line-drive single off of shortstop Erick Aybar's glove in the 10th inning to bring home the go-ahead run and the Mariners topped the Angels 3-2 in Anaheim on Tuesday.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:43 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:43:11 GMT
The Mariners activated first baseman Justin Smoak off the disabled list and optioned Alex Liddi to Triple-A Tacoma. Smoak is availabe for tonight's game against the Angels in Anaheim.More >>
The Mariners activated first baseman Justin Smoak off the disabled list and optioned Alex Liddi to Triple-A Tacoma. Smoak is availabe for tonight's game against the Angels in Anaheim.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 1:46 AM EDT2013-06-17 05:46:23 GMT
The Tri-City Dust Devils came away with their second straight one-run victory, defeating the Vancouver Canadians 4-3 on Sunday night. The win clinched the victory for the Dust Devils in the opening series of the season.More >>
The Tri-City Dust Devils came away with their second straight one-run victory, defeating the Vancouver Canadians 4-3 on Sunday night. Alec Mehrten came through at the plate for Tri-City, driving home three of the team's four runs. The win clinched the victory for the Dust Devils in the opening series of the season.More >>
Sunday, June 16 2013 1:57 AM EDT2013-06-16 05:57:31 GMT
The Tri-City Dust Devils returned the favor Saturday night, defeating the Canadians 4-3. Tri-City was out-hit 10-4 on the night and secured manager Drew Saylor's first career managerial victory at Gesa Stadium.More >>
The Tri-City Dust Devils returned the favor Saturday night, defeating the Canadians 4-3. Tri-City was out-hit 10-4 on the night and secured manager Drew Saylor's first career managerial victory in front of 3,374 fans at Gesa Stadium.More >>
Saturday, June 15 2013 2:16 AM EDT2013-06-15 06:16:24 GMT
Although they out-hit the Vancouver Canadians, the Tri-City Dust Devils dropped their 2013 season opener in front of 3,272 fans at Gesa Stadium, 9-5.More >>
Although they out-hit the Vancouver Canadians, the Tri-City Dust Devils dropped their 2013 season opener in front of 3,272 fans at Gesa Stadium, 9-5.More >>
Thursday, June 13 2013 7:23 PM EDT2013-06-13 23:23:38 GMT
Check out photos of the Spokane Indians leading up to their season opener on Friday against the Everett AquaSox. The game will be live on SWX (Comcast channel 115) at 6:30 p.m.More >>
Check out photos of the Spokane Indians leading up to their season opener on Friday against the Everett AquaSox. The game will be live on SWX (Comcast channel 115) at 6:30 p.m.More >>
Shock owner Brady Nelson said he hopes to have about 75 percent of last year's team on this year's roster (Photo: SWX)
