Archive for April, 2017

The NFL Draft in Philadelphia

April 26th, 2017 by Leo | Comments Off on The NFL Draft in Philadelphia | Filed in Eagles, Events, General, NFL, Sports

The 82nd NFL Draft will return to the city for the first time in more than 50 years over 3 days, Thursday through Saturday, April 27-29, 2017.  Taking place annually, the draft is when the National Football League (NFL) teams select eligible college football players to add to their rosters.

Surrounding the event, Philadelphia will host the FREE NFL Draft Experience. Be ready for three days of festivities — all taking place outdoors on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway — that will allow fans to enjoy interactive experiences, get autographs from current and former players, and take pictures with the Vince Lombardi Trophy and many more opportunities.

The Philadelphia NFL Draft event is slated to be the largest fan experience ever produced by the NFL.  This Draft has drawn record interest and the Parkway will feature giant LED screens, a zip line, tons of exhibits and more.

Will you be able to attend the Draft?

The NFL Draft Experience is FREE to attend and open to the public!

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Philadelphia Soul shut down the Valor

April 23rd, 2017 by Leo | Comments Off on Philadelphia Soul shut down the Valor | Filed in Football, General, Soul, Sports

Strong Soul Defense Holds Valor to Scoreless Second Half

WASHINGTON— The Philadelphia Soul (2-0) defeated the Washington Valor (1-1), with the final score 49-31 in front of 12,122 fans at the Verizon Center in Washington, D.C. on Saturday night.

“Tonight was not one of our strongest performances,” said Soul head coach Clint Dolezel.  “We held the Valor to a scoreless second half but there is still some more work to do.”

Soul WR Shaun Kauleinamoku led the receivers with 12 receptions for 125 yards and two touchdowns.  WR Darius Reynolds added six receptions for 76 yards and three touchdowns and WR Ryan McDaniel tallied five receptions for 46 yards.  Washington WR Mike Washington led the Valor receivers with nine receptions for 125 yards and two touchdowns.

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Soul Opener 2017 Starts the Road to Repeat

April 16th, 2017 by Leo | Comments Off on Soul Opener 2017 Starts the Road to Repeat | Filed in Football, General, Soul, Sports

ROAD TO REPEAT BEGINS WITH A 56-52 VICTORY

Soul Start 2017 Season with a Win on the Road

 TAMPA BAY— The Philadelphia Soul (1-0) defeated the Tampa Bay Storm (1-1), with the final score 56-52 in front of 9,071 fans at the Amalie Arena in Tampa, FL on Saturday night.

“Tonight was not one of our strongest performances,” said Soul head coach Clint Dolezel.  “We need to dust off the cobwebs and correct some mistakes before we head into the rest of the season but I am happy with the win.”

Soul WR Darius Reynolds led the receivers with five receptions for 78 yards and three touchdowns.  WR Ryan McDaniel added nine receptions for 87 yards and one touchdown and WR Shaun Kauleinamoku tallied five receptions for 49 yards.  Tampa Bay WR Kendrick Ings led the Storm receivers with seven receptions for 137 yards and two touchdowns.

Philadelphia QB Dan Raudabaugh completed 22-of-31 passes for 257 yards and five touchdowns.  Tampa Bay QB Randy Hippeard completed 20-of-33 passes for 292 yards and six touchdowns. 

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