Two Time the Ohio State University National Championship Center Signs with Cougars for 2012

Posted on October 20, 2011 by timclark

Canton- Zachery Slagle a former Canton
McKinley High School graduate and the Ohio State University National Championship
center signed a contract today to play for the Canton Cougars this upcoming 2012
season. Slagle 6’3, 325lbs, played in the 2006 and 2007 NCAA National
Championships, and in the 2009 Rose Bowl. He will be the anchor for the
offensive line at center, helping to protect former Ohio University QB and new
signal caller for the Cougars Boo Jackson. Slagle stated, “This is a great
opportunity for me to get back into the game I love, and what better place to
play professionally than in my hometown where I started it all.” New CEO Tim
Clark, who also does the majority of the recruiting and scouting for the
Cougars said, “The two most important and difficult positions to fill this
upcoming season were at Quarterback and at Center,” “With the addition of Zach to
compliment and help protect Jackson we just filled a great void in our offense.”

Cougars also signed several other key
players that will attend training camp in February to include re-signing FB DJ
Suitca 6’0”- 260, and DB Marcus McIntosh 5’10” – 180 and also added, WR Levi
Fleming- 6’3″- 190 – (Akron) WR Marvin Germany- 6’0″- 160 DB Blake Witherspoon-
5’11″- 190 (Defiance), LB Tyrone Storrs- 6’0″- 215, K J.T. Kafury- 5’11″- 200,
WR/DB John Dibattista- 5’11″- 196 (Ohio U), LB Jason Bowman- 5’9″- 205, K
Michael Rutkowski- 6’0″- 168 (Tiffin), FB Vernon Jackson- 5’9″- 220, DL/LB Michael
McGowan- 6’2″- 284, and WR Brandon Kennedy- 6’0″- 190 (West Virginia State).

The Canton Cougars begin the 2012 season on March 3, 2012, as they take on
the defending Ultimate Bowl 1 champion Saginaw Sting. Season tickets are currently
on sale. Visit the Canton Civic Center Box office, 1101 Market Avenue N Canton,
Ohio 44072, or Call Robb Bikis at 330-588-8001 for more info. For information
on the Cougars upcoming 2012 season please visit cantoncougars.com.

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Haines now a certified player agent for the CFL

Posted on October 17, 2011 by andrew

FT. MYERS, FL – The Ultimate Indoor Football League is taking another step toward helping its players achieve the goal of making a living through football.

UIFL President Owner Andrew Haines, through his company Conquest Sports & Entertainment Management, was recently certified to represent players in the Canadian Football League.

“This will be a big help in our efforts to move UIFL players to the CFL,” said Haines. “The CFL is the highest paying league under the National Football League.”

The league minimum is more than $40,000 per season while playing in Canada. The eight-team league starts in June and ends in November. Former Huntington defensive lineman has already made the successful transition, playing for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.

Conquest does not charge players upfront fees, and will only get paid if the player signs with a CFL team. Fees are in accordance with CFLPA guidelines.

Players that are looking for representation to play in the CFL can contact Haines at andrew@conquestsem.com for an application.

For more information on the Ultimate Indoor Football League visit www.theuifl.com.

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2012 SEASON TICKETS ON SALE NOW!!!!!!!!

Posted on September 14, 2011 by timclark

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SUPPORT YOUR HOME TEAM!!! COME SEE NEWLEY SIGNED QB BOO JACKSON, DE LAMBERTBUDZINSKI, LB RASHAN HALL AND WR JACQUES LAZARAS ALONG WITH RETURNING WR NATE FORD OF THE CANTON COUGARS AS THEY MAKE A BID FOR ULTIMATE BOWL 2. 2012 SEASON TICKETS ON SALE NOW $49.00 FOR ALL 7 GAMES ANY AVAILABLE SEAT IN THE HOUSE (FRONT ROW, MIDDLE ROW, ENDZONE, NOSE BLEEDS. IF IT IS AVAILABLE IT IS YOURS!!!) FRONT ROW SIDELINE SEATS STILL AVAILABLE. VISIT THE CANTON CIVIC CENTER BOX OFFICE OR CALL ROBB BICKIS FOR MORE INFO 330-588-8000. IT’S NOT JUST A GAME IT’S AN EVENT!!!

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Just In Time For Halloween Cougars Sign A Nightmare For Defenses, Ohio U QB Boo Jackson

Posted on September 13, 2011 by timclark

September 13, 2011

Canton- The Canton Cougars sign Ohio
University stand out Boo Jackson for the 2012 season. Jackson, who amassed a
stellar and record breaking college career with the Bobcats, passing for 4,446
yards, 38 TD’s, and 699 yards rushing with 9 TD. Jackson also led Ohio
University in 2010 to the R&L Carriers Bowl in New Orleans against Troy,
after leading the team to 7 straight victories. Jackson stated he decided to
continue his football career in Canton after having
multiple great conversations with CEO Tim Clark. “He told me what he saw in me
and that he followed my career and that he would love to have me with their
organization.” “He was very blunt and to the point with everything he saw and
wanted from me and it definitely made me want to be a part of his organization.”
“Also, I have a strong family/friend/fan base that I was able to establish from
being able to play with the Ohio University Bobcats, being able to have that
support system there definitely weighed in on my decision,” Jackson said.

 

The Canton Cougars begin the 2012 season in March. Season tickets currently
on sale for $49.00 all 7 games, any available seat including front row. For
more info call 330-588-8000 or visit us at cantoncougars.com.

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Canton Cougars Re-Sign WR Nate Ford, and 3 other players for 2012.

Posted on September 13, 2011 by timclark

September 13, 2011

Canton- The Canton Cougars continue to re-build
with the Re-signing of WR Nate Ford. Ford, who was traded to Canton from the
Johnstown Generals during the mid-season last year, averaged 6-7 receptions per
game and accumulated 10 touchdowns and also spent time on the defensive side of
the ball at LB and DB. CEO of the Cougars Tim Clark stated it was important to
re-sign Ford for 2012 because he is a versatile player that can contribute to
both sides of the ball if need be. Adding to the receiving core will be 6’2”
225lbs. Jacques Lazarus a speedy WR who runs a 4.38 40 yard dash time and
played college at UCLA and San Diego State, before also spending time in both
the NFL Jacksonville Jaguars, and St. Louis Rams camps. Lazarus has also played
indoor football for the AFL2 Stockton Lightning and Boise Burn.

The Cougars also signed DE James Abrams 6’2
240lbs from Hampton University. Abrams also spent time with the Bloomington
Extreme and the AF2 Columbus Destroyers. Abrams attended the September 4, 2011
open tryout and made an immediate impression on Head Coach Paul Farrah and
Defensive Coordinator Moe Daniska with his athleticism and speed. Former
Baldwin Wallace LB David Schierbaum 5’8” 210lbs., also signed a contract to
play in 2012. Schierbaum was signed from the Canton Cougars farm team and
semi-pro partner the Cleveland Saints. Schierbaum’s size speed and awareness
makes him a perfect addition to the indoor game. “It is not always about having
the biggest player at certain positions.” “In arena football size is not always
a perfect asset.” “The speed and tone of the game is much faster than what is
played outdoors. David has a unique style of explosiveness, awareness, and
uncanny strength that makes up for his size, and makes him perfect for the
indoor game,” Coach Farrah stated.

The Canton Cougars begin the 2012 season in March. Season tickets currently
on sale for $49.00 all 7 games, any available seat including front row. For
more info call 330-588-8000 or visit us at cantoncougars.com.

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