American Football Association Newsletter April 29, 2013

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"Where Semi-Pro/Minor League Football Legends Live Forever" American Football Association Newsletter April 29 , 2013 Volume 8, Issue  6 In This Issue Hall of Fame Nomination Process Initiated 2013 Nomination Form     Quick Links    AFA Website AFA Team Membership App AFA Alumni Membership App 2013 Hall of Fame Banquet Sponsorship 2013 Hall of Fame Donor Solicitation AFA Gone But Not Forgotten Project AFA Benefits Inc. AFA Smartphone App AFA Business Card Website:AmericanFootballAssn.com Phone: 877-624-4485 Email: Amerfoot@aol.com   2013 Hall of Fame Nomination Process Initiated The American Football Association's Board of Directors met recently to review the induction process results from 2012 and formerly kickoff the 2013 nomination process.  AFA Hall of Fame "Prospect Nomination Forms" (photo to left) have now gone out to all active alumni to allow submittal of individuals to the AFA's 2013 Hall of Fame nominating ballot. Upon return of these completed forms, the AFA national office will contact suggested prospects by mailing them a profile form to gather additional background information on their semi-pro/minor league football career. Those who meet all criteria will be considered as deserving prospects and will be listed on the nominating ballot. The ballots will then be submitted to the AFA's selection committee for induction consideration. AFA Semi Pro/Minor League Hall of Fame selections will be announced May 17th.   Now Soliciting 2013 AFA Team & League Membership Applications Team Membership applications are now being accepted for the 2013 season. We are proud to have the National Public Safety, Empire Football,  Ironman Football  and Mason Dixon Football Leagues as the first leagues to join as members to join for 2013.   The annual membership fee to join the AFA remains $100 "per team" which provides a benefit package that is easily 10x this fee. Team membership applications can be downloaded by clicking:  AFA Team/League Memberships   YAVAY Welcomes the American Football Association YAVAY is a comprehensive directory or planning tool that provides a broad, transparent view of the sponsorship landscape for members.  YAVAY puts properties in front of those decision-makers at the time they are making those important decisions. Simply put, YAVAY is an online dating service for the sponsorship industry.  YAVAY is an AFA League Membership Benefit.    Alumni Membership Fulfillment packages are on the way to recent applicants. Membership remains at $25 per individual and  is open to anyone and everyone that, at one time or another, had been (or still is) involved with a semi-pro team and/or league. The Semi-Pro Football Alumni Club is co-sponsored by the AFA National Association and the Members of the AFA Hall of Fame Alumni. Just click AFA Alumni Membership   AFA Alumni Missing In Action Please email us if you know the whereabouts of the following:  William F. Buehler Joliet IL Class of '02 Steven D Harshman Vancouver WA Class of '96 Edward D. Boswell NASHVILLE IN Class of '90 Thomas J. Kohr Racine WI Class of '97 Ken Austin Kennewick WA Class of '00 Albert Mitchell Pittsburgh PA Class of '04 Rex Stevenson LONGWOOD FL Class of '04 Mark Reale Scituate MA Class of '00 Ned Novell Orlando FL Class of '96 Frank Bianchini WOLCOTT CT Class of '07 Calvin Griggs Gresham OR Class of '01 Wayne Liddick Westminster MD Class of '96 AFA News & Media Clips   Jackie Robinson broke tackles on Hawaii's gridiron HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Six years before he broke baseball's color barrier, Jackie Robinson broke tackles playing semi-pro football in Hawaii. He stayed at Palama Settlement, where an autographed photograph of him hangs prominently on a wall of fame. "It says, 'To our pals. Best of luck. Jack Robinson,' executive director Jean Evans said.   The 2013 NEPA Miners will be introduced at the Scranton Hilton Saturday for their 2013 Media Signing Day.  Scranton, PA - April 24th, 2013 -    Dodge County Braves football training camp  Beaver Dam Daily Citizen Dodge County Braves football training camp. The Dodge County Braves football team prepares for its inaugural season in the Wisconsin State Football League. The team will play its games at Dodgeland High School.     Phila. police, firefighters play football for a cause 6abc.com The Philadelphia Blue Flame is a team of police officers and firefighters. They play in the National Public Safety Football League        San Diego Enforcers How would you like to have an Enforcer as your waiter? Come out and support UCP and the San Diego Enforcers this Monday at Dick's Last Resort!   Spring 2013 Semi-Pro Team Survey 100 Teams Polled Average Game Attendence, Team Travel Miles, Equipment Provided By.....some very interesting data. The results from the recent survey of semipro/minor league football teams conducted by Smyrna Media Group are available upon request.    33rd American Football Association Semi Pro Minor League Hall of Fame  Long before the organization of National Football as it is known today, local groups throughout the country formed football teams and played teams from neighboring communities. The pride and rivalries developed have carried through to this day in Semi-Pro Football, and with today's ease of travel and communication, has enlarged its landscape to touch almost every segment of North America. American Football Association Announces Deal to Produce Annual Hall of Fame Yearbook Binghamton, NEW YORK - The American Football Association has reached agreement with Smyrna Media Group to develop an annual Hall of Fame Induction Yearbook. The American Football Association's Semi-Pro Football Hall of Fame has been recognizing individuals whose leadership, performance, and unselfish contributions have forever endeared their fans, family, and former teammates for over 30 years.    Promotional space is available and orders are now being accepted.  Click here to download the Media Kit. For more information, please contact; Britt Bochiardy Smyrna Media BBochiardy@smyrnamediagroup.com    Elmhurst Travelers AFA Alumni Club - Aside from the AFA National Association's concerns for bringing recognition to today's market of semi-pro type teams and leagues - its desire to keep alive the memories of those who were associated with this level of the sport for the past 100 years has come to the forefront in the formation of the AFA's Alumni Clubs. The American Football Association has begun issuing "Charters" to team, regional and state alumni organization who qualify for official Alumni Club status.  (click) Elmhurst Travelers AFA Alumni Club     Visit our AFA Vistaprint Marketing Center for Business Cards, Marketing Materials and branded print products.   AFA Initiates Eye Black Partnership     PFRA Coffin Corner: Vol. 31, No. 6 (2009) - Semi-Pro or Pro? by Bob Carroll. A great article examining the difference between a semi-pro player and a pro player.    Outsiders II: Minor League and Independent Football 1951-1985 - by Bob Gill, Steve Brainerd and Tod Maher. Following the pattern set with Outsiders I (which covered 1923-1950), this volume covers the independent minor leagues of professional football from 1951 through 1985.    Join Professional Football Researchers Association today.     Will concussions lead to the end of football? Kass says yes     10 SPORTS CONCUSSIONS FACTS THAT YOU MAY NOT HAVE KNOWN    Mouthguard Detects Head Impact In Athletes Despite the medical advancements and spike in concussion awareness during the past few years, the ability to quickly and accurately detect head impact in athletes is severely lacking. ESPN Outside the Lines: Football at a Crossroads: "Semi-Pro" Football  David Burch, Chris Stepp and Kevin Van Valkenburg join "Outside the Lines" to discuss the dangers of average Joes gathering to play what they call "semi-pro" football.     AFA now offers AFLAC to members!  AFA members now have discounted rates for AFLAC benefits available to them. Aflac pays you cash if you are hurt or sick and compliments any other benefits you already have! This Accident Plan: Pays you cash for services you or a family member may have due to any injury.  On or off the job. Pays cash dollar amounts for different treatments. This plan is perfect for players needing accident coverage; leagues signing up can take advantage of our special opportunities for billing.   AFA SmartPhone App The AFA Smartphone App is now available for download at Google      Sports Concussion? Use Mobile Phone App Phone Diagnosis Use the our collection of apps to ask a series of questions and the app will decide the chances that a player has actually suffered a concussion. The questions used come directly from the Centers for Disease Control. This app has a list of symptoms that will help in the decision to remove a player from a game or seek medical attention.  In fact, it has a "Return to Play" feature helping you decide when to allow the player to return to practice and game status.  Also comes with a feature to email a doctor, if further medical advice is needed. Just click Smartphone App to download.... AFA logo Smartphone Cases also available :)           American Football Association Hall of Fame We continue to get phone calls and requests from folks confused about membership in the AFA's Hall of Fame. It appears that after 33 years, a few folks are still a bit confused regarding hall of fame membership. As a result, we have edited and published a more readable copy of our inductees from day one at American Football Association Hall of Fame Listing.    Note: The 2013 AFA Hall of Fame Inductions are scheduled to be held June 27th - 28th (same date annually) and at the same location as last year, the Pro Football HoF. Official ballots have gone out to all 2013 Active AFA Alumni. Nominations will only being accepted on the official ballot and in this timeframe.   Sponsorships are now being solicited at Hall of Fame Banquet Sponsorships.   American Football Association Hall of Fame Jackets - Now Available !!!. ... we are pleased to announce that AFA Hall of  Fame jackets are now available for purchase directly from Chicago Knitting Mills.....and yes, they do have the plus sizes 2X -- 5X! Just send an email to amerfoot@aol.com to obtain an order form.   Wilson NFL Footballs... New Wilson Footballs are now in stock. The price is $65/ball or $390 per case for new balls plus $20 shipping and handling for a total of $410 per case of six...to download form, click Wilson NFL Footballs.   AFA Broadcast Channel Goes Live The AFA's live broadcast channel capability for video webcasts is now available for PCs, iPads and, Smartphones. Featured video includes weekly vintage and live video webcasts of events such as the Pottstown Firebirds Super Bowl Special, Kalamazoo Tornadoes AFA Championship, Past AFA Hall of Fame Inductions, AFA Member Game Broadcasts and special announcements. These weekly broadcast will accessible directly from our website and in additional to performances by some of our hall of famers, will also feature AFA sponsors. These broadcasts can also be accessed at...... Steve Weed Productions.    AFA Membership Programs  2013 AFA Alumni Club Membership - Are You A Card Carrying Member? AFA Membership is open to anyone and everyone that, at one time or   another, had been (or still is) involved with a semi-pro team and/or league. Semi-Pro Football Alumni Club is co-sponsored by the AFA National Association and the Members of the AFA Hall of Fame Alumni. To join Just click AFA Alumni Membership App.   Lifetime AFA Memberships Now Offered for AFA Hall of Fame Members! Email amerfoot@aol.com with your interest.    American Football Association Benefits, Inc The America Football Association recently established major partnerships with insurance companies to make comprehensive coverage products available for all AFA Alumni. AFA Alumni and where applicable their spouses and dependents, can now apply for insurance at competitive group rates. It's now easy to join the AFA and apply for affordable insurance coverage with a special discount for being an AFA Alumni. For more info, please call 877-624-4485 or email AFABenefitsInc@americanfootballassn.com.   About the American Football Association: The American Football Association is a national 501(c) (3) non-profit, tax exempt corporation in its 33rd year of operation and is dedicated to the advancement of adult (semi-pro) football from coast-to-coast. Our slogan is Semi Pro & Proud®. We are not affiliated with any other national semi-pro/minor league organization (Minor League Football News, American Football News Today, American Football Hall of Fame, Minor Pro Hall of Fame, etc). The AFA, Hall of Fame, American Football News™ and AFA logo design are registered trademarks of the American Football Association. All other AFA-related trademarks are trademarks of the American Football Association.         Visit the AFA Vistaprint Marketing Center for Business Cards, Marketing Materials and branded print products.

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American Football Association Newsletter April 13, 2013

American Football Association Newsletter April 13 , 2013 Volume 8, Issue  5 In This Issue Hall of Fame Nomination Process Initiated 2013 Nomination Form     Quick Links    AFA Website AFA Team Membership App AFA Alumni Membership App 2013 Hall of Fame Banquet Sponsorship 2013 Hall of Fame Donor Solicitation AFA Gone But Not Forgotten Project AFA Benefits Inc. AFA Smartphone App AFA Business Card Website:AmericanFootballAssn.com Phone: 877-624-4485 Email: Amerfoot@aol.com   2013 Hall of Fame Nomination Process Initiated The American Football Association's Board of Directors met recently to review the induction process results from 2012 and formerly kickoff the 2013 nomination process.  AFA Hall of Fame "Prospect Nomination Forms" (photo to left) have now gone out to all active alumni to allow submittal of individuals to the 2013 Hall of Fame nominating ballot. Upon return of these completed forms, the AFA national office will contact suggested prospects by mailing them a profile form to gather additional background information on their semi-pro football career. Those who meet all criteria will be considered as deserving prospects and will be listed on the nominating ballot. The ballots will then be submitted to the AFA's selection committee for induction consideration.   Now Soliciting 2013 AFA Team & League Membership Applications Team Membership applications are now being accepted for the 2013 season. We are proud to have the National Public Safety, Empire Football,  Ironman Football  and Mason Dixon Football Leagues as the first leagues to join as members to join for 2013.   The annual membership fee to join the AFA remains $100 "per team" which provides a benefit package that is easily 10x this fee. Team membership applications can be downloaded by clicking:  AFA Team/League Memberships   YAVAY Welcomes the American Football Association YAVAY is a comprehensive directory or planning tool that provides a broad, transparent view of the sponsorship landscape for members.  YAVAY puts properties in front of those decision-makers at the time they are making those important decisions. Simply put, YAVAY is an online dating service for the sponsorship industry.  YAVAY is an AFA League Membership Benefit.    Alumni Membership Fulfillment packages are on the way to recent applicants. Membership remains at $25 per individual and  is open to anyone and everyone that, at one time or another, had been (or still is) involved with a semi-pro team and/or league. The Semi-Pro Football Alumni Club is co-sponsored by the AFA National Association and the Members of the AFA Hall of Fame Alumni. Just click AFA Alumni Membership   AFA Alumni Missing In Action Please email us if you know the whereabouts of the following:  William F. Buehler Joliet IL Class of '02 Steven D Harshman Vancouver WA Class of '96 Edward D. Boswell NASHVILLE IN Class of '90 Thomas J. Kohr Racine WI Class of '97 Ken Austin Kennewick WA Class of '00 Albert Mitchell Pittsburgh PA Class of '04 Rex Stevenson LONGWOOD FL Class of '04 Mark Reale Scituate MA Class of '00 Ned Novell Orlando FL Class of '96 Frank Bianchini WOLCOTT CT Class of '07 Calvin Griggs Gresham OR Class of '01 Wayne Liddick Westminster MD Class of '96 AFA News & Media Clips   33rd American Football Association Hall of Fame  Long before the organization of National Football as it is known today, local groups throughout the country formed football teams and played teams from neighboring communities. The pride and rivalries developed have carried through to this day in Semi-Pro Football, and with today's ease of travel and communication, has enlarged its landscape to touch almost every segment of North America. American Football Association Announces Deal to Produce Annual Hall of Fame Yearbook Binghamton, NEW YORK - The American Football Association has reached agreement with Smyrna Media Group to develop an annual Hall of Fame Induction Yearbook. The American Football Association's Semi-Pro Football Hall of Fame has been recognizing individuals whose leadership, performance, and unselfish contributions have forever endeared their fans, family, and former teammates for over 30 years.    Promotional space is available and orders are now being accepted.  Click here to download the Media Kit. For more information, please contact; Britt Bochiardy/Smyrna Media/BBochiardy@smyrnamediagroup.com   Elmhurst Travelers AFA Alumni Club Aside from the AFA National Association's concerns for bringing recognition to today's market of semi-pro type teams and leagues - its desire to keep alive the memories of those who were associated with this level of the sport for the past 100 years has come to the forefront in the formation of the AFA's Alumni Clubs. The American Football Association has begun issuing "Charters" to team, regional and state alumni organization who qualify for official Alumni Club status.  (click) Elmhurst Travelers AFA Alumni Club     Visit our AFA Vistaprint Marketing Center for Business Cards, Marketing Materials and branded print products.   AFA Initiates Eye Black Partnership     PFRA Coffin Corner: Vol. 31, No. 6 (2009) - Semi-Pro or Pro? by Bob Carroll. A great article examining the difference between a semi-pro player and a pro player.   Outsiders II: Minor League and Independent Football 1951-1985 - by Bob Gill, Steve Brainerd and Tod Maher. Following the pattern set with Outsiders I (which covered 1923-1950), this volume covers the independent minor leagues of professional football from 1951 through 1985.    Join Professional Football Researchers Association today.     This article states there are 23 main symptoms of a concussion. Can anyone name six?    THE MYTH OF SAFE FOOTBALL  When was the last time you planned out a car crash? Or practiced the safest way to run full speed into a brick wall? Never? Pity. You're not much of a problem solver..........    CONCUSSIONS: HOW MANY BRAIN INJURIES ARE ENOUGH CAUSE TO STOP PLAYING?   The American Academy of Neurology suggests players not even be allowed to return to play until they've been assessed by a licensed health care professional-- trained on concussions. Moreover, the American Academy of Neurology suggests a more gradual return-to-play.      10 SPORTS CONCUSSIONS FACTS THAT YOU MAY NOT HAVE KNOWN   With Eye on Concussions, NFL Adopts New Rule on Helmet Hits   NFL Concussion Litigation Faces An Early Courtroom Test    Using Your HeadMayo Clinic finding a way to diagnose concussions with more certainty     Mouthguard Detects Head Impact In Athletes Despite the medical advancements and spike in concussion awareness during the past few years, the ability to quickly and accurately detect head impact in athletes is severely lacking. ESPN Outside the Lines: Football at a Crossroads: "Semi-Pro" Football  David Burch, Chris Stepp and Kevin Van Valkenburg join "Outside the Lines" to discuss the dangers of average Joes gathering to play what they call "semi-pro" football.     AFA now offers AFLAC to members!  AFA members now have discounted rates for AFLAC benefits available to them. Aflac pays you cash if you are hurt or sick and compliments any other benefits you already have! This Accident Plan: Pays you cash for services you or a family member may have due to any injury.  On or off the job. Pays cash dollar amounts for different treatments. This plan is perfect for players needing accident coverage; leagues signing up can take advantage of our special opportunities for billing.   AFA SmartPhone App The AFA Smartphone App is now available for download at Google      Sports Concussion? Use Mobile Phone App Phone Diagnosis Use the our collection of apps to ask a series of questions and the app will decide the chances that a player has actually suffered a concussion. The questions used come directly from the Centers for Disease Control. This app has a list of symptoms that will help in the decision to remove a player from a game or seek medical attention.  In fact, it has a "Return to Play" feature helping you decide when to allow the player to return to practice and game status.  Also comes with a feature to email a doctor, if further medical advice is needed. Just click Smartphone App to download.... AFA logo Smartphone Cases also available :)           American Football Association Hall of Fame We continue to get phone calls and requests from folks confused about membership in the AFA's Hall of Fame. It appears that after 33 years, a few folks are still a bit confused regarding hall of fame membership. As a result, we have edited and published a more readable copy of our inductees from day one at American Football Association Hall of Fame Listing.    Note: The 2013 AFA Hall of Fame Inductions are scheduled to be held June 27th - 28th (same date annually) and at the same location as last year, the Pro Football HoF. Official ballots have gone out to all 2013 Active AFA Alumni. Nominations will only being accepted on the official ballot and in this timeframe.   Sponsorships are now being solicited at Hall of Fame Banquet Sponsorships.   American Football Association Hall of Fame Jackets - Now Available !!!. ... we are pleased to announce that AFA Hall of  Fame jackets are now available for purchase directly from Chicago Knitting Mills.....and yes, they do have the plus sizes 2X -- 5X! Just send an email to amerfoot@aol.com to obtain an order form.   Wilson NFL Footballs... New Wilson Footballs are now in stock. The price is $65/ball or $390 per case for new balls plus $20 shipping and handling for a total of $410 per case of six...to download form, click Wilson NFL Footballs.   AFA Broadcast Channel Goes Live The AFA's live broadcast channel capability for video webcasts is now available for PCs, iPads and, Smartphones. Featured video includes weekly vintage and live video webcasts of events such as the Pottstown Firebirds Super Bowl Special, Kalamazoo Tornadoes AFA Championship, Past AFA Hall of Fame Inductions, AFA Member Game Broadcasts and special announcements. These weekly broadcast will accessible directly from our website and in additional to performances by some of our hall of famers, will also feature AFA sponsors. These broadcasts can also be accessed at...... Steve Weed Productions.    AFA Membership Programs  2013 AFA Alumni Club Membership - Are You A Card Carrying Member? AFA Membership is open to anyone and everyone that, at one time or   another, had been (or still is) involved with a semi-pro team and/or league. Semi-Pro Football Alumni Club is co-sponsored by the AFA National Association and the Members of the AFA Hall of Fame Alumni. To join Just click AFA Alumni Membership App.   Lifetime AFA Memberships Now Offered for AFA Hall of Fame Members! Email amerfoot@aol.com with your interest.    American Football Association Benefits, Inc The America Football Association recently established major partnerships with insurance companies to make comprehensive coverage products available for all AFA Alumni. AFA Alumni and where applicable their spouses and dependents, can now apply for insurance at competitive group rates. It's now easy to join the AFA and apply for affordable insurance coverage with a special discount for being an AFA Alumni. For more info, please call 877-624-4485 or email AFABenefitsInc@americanfootballassn.com.   About the American Football Association: The American Football Association is a national 501(c) (3) non-profit, tax exempt corporation in its 33rd year of operation and is dedicated to the advancement of adult (semi-pro) football from coast-to-coast. Our slogan is Semi Pro & Proud®. We are not affiliated with any other national semi-pro/minor league organization (Minor League Football News, American Football News Today, American Football Hall of Fame, Minor Pro Hall of Fame, etc). The AFA, Hall of Fame, American Football News™ and AFA logo design are registered trademarks of the American Football Association. All other AFA-related trademarks are trademarks of the American Football Association.         Visit the AFA Vistaprint Marketing Center for Business Cards, Marketing Materials and branded print products.

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