Amarillo Dusters vs. Bossier-Shreveport Battlewings Game Preview
The Amarillo Dusters will travel to Bossier City Louisiana this weekend to face the Southwest Division Champion Bossier Battlewings in the conference semi-finals of the 2008 playoffs. This will be the second time the Dusters will have to play the Battlewings this season. The two teams played earlier in the season in Bossier City with the Dusters pulling out a 53-45 victory.
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Aaron Williams Named to All-af2 Team
Dusters defensive back Aaron Williams has been named to the First Team National Conference All-af2 team, one of the highest honors a player can achieve. MORE
Dusters to Host Second Watch Party at Beef O'Brady's
The Dusters have teamed up with Beef O’Brady’s, Miller Lite, and Rock108 to host the second straight Dusters Watch Party at Beef O’Brady’s located on 34th and Coulter. The party is on Saturday at 7:00 when the Dusters kick-off their second round playoff game against the Southwestern Division champion Bossier-Shreveport Battlewings. MORE
Julian Reese Wins Shutt Offensive Player of the Week Award
Dusters QB Julian Reese has won the arenafootball2 Schutt Offensive Player of the Week award for his sensational performance against the defending af2 champion Tulsa Talons. This is the fourth Offensive Player of the Week Award of Reese’s career.
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Dusters earn 65-62 upset win against defending ArenaCup Champions
The Talons hosted the Amarillo Dusters in the first round of the ArenaCup Championship playoffs Saturday night. The visiting Dusters came away with a 65-62 upset victory, ending the Talons run for their second straight ArenaCup Championship MORE
Dusters team up with Beef O'Brady's, Miller Light, and Rock 108 to host the first Dusters Watch Party
The Amarillo Dusters are preparing to face the Tulsa Talons on Saturday for the first round of the playoffs. The Dusters have teamed up with Beef O’Brady’s, Miller Light, and Rock108 to host the first ever Dusters Watch Party at Beef O’Brady’s located on 34th and Coulter. The party is on Saturday at 6:30 and there is no charge to come.
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Dusters partner with Beef O'Brady's, Miller Lite, and Rock108 to host first Watch Party for playoff game
The Amarillo Dusters are preparing to face the Tulsa Talons on Saturday for the first round of the playoffs. The Dusters have teamed up with Beef O’Brady’s, Miller Lite, and Rock108 to host the first ever Dusters Watch Party at Beef O’Brady’s located on 34th and Coulter. The party is on Saturday at 6:30 and there is no charge to come.
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Dusters appearance this Sunday night at Wonderland Park
The Amarillo Dusters may have finished their home season, but there is one more opportunity for fans to meet Amarillo’s professional football team. The Dusters and Darlins will be at Wonderland Park this Sunday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for a Fan Appreciation party.
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Click Here for information about funeral arrangements for Donte Newsome
Donte Newsome’s funeral will be Monday, July 14 at Deep Creek Baptist Church in Chesapeake, VA at 1:00 p.m.
People wishing to send donations to the Donte D. Newsome Memorial can do so by contacting Eric Smith at Fifth Third Bank at 304-523-5301. Contributions can also be mailed to the following address. Donte Newsome Memorial, Fifth Third Bank, 1566 Hal Greer Blvd., Huntington, WV 25701.
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Dusters fullback and linebacker Donte Newsome shot and killed in Huntington, West Virginia
Tragedy struck the Amarillo Dusters early Saturday morning as Dusters fullback and linebacker Donte Newsome was shot and killed in his college town of Huntington, West Virginia. Huntington police have arrested Jerel Garner of Kanawha County for the murder. He has been charged with first-degree murder and his preliminary hearing is set for July 16.
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Dusters relax on July 4th weekend after big Tulsa win
The July 4th weekend is especially sweet for the Amarillo Dusters after beating Tulsa at home. The team is now on their second bye week of the season and the players are taking advantage of the time off.
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Dusters QB does more than throw the ball - Julian Reese plays some defense
The arenafootball2 league features many talented athletes. These professional football players are all striving to be the absolute best they can be. Due to league regulations, every team has only a certain number of players that can suit up for a game. It is important to have the right players on the sideline to fill every position. Many players have to play multiple positions.
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Dusters gain confidence with win over No. 1 ranked Tulsa Talons
The Amarillo Dusters have been looking forward to meeting the Talons at home since they left Tulsa after their first game of the season. The Dusters never backed down, handing No. 1 ranked Tulsa their second loss of the season and their first division loss.
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Dusters struggle against the Renegades
The Lubbock Renegades clinched the Advanced Graphix I-27 Rivalry trophy with a hard-fought 60-49 victory over the Amarillo Dusters on Saturday night in front of 2,532 fans at the City Bank Coliseum.
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It's not too late to sign up for Dusters Youth Football Camp
The Amarillo Dusters Youth Football Camp starts tomorrow and runs through Wednesday. People have been signing up for the past few weeks to get kids signed up for a spot in the camp. Dusters players and coaches will be coaching the camp, running drills and plays with the kids.
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Dusters signing autographs at Academy this Sunday
Amarillo Dusters players and dancers will be appearing at Academy for an autograph session on Sunday, June 22 from 12 p.m.-2 p.m. Fans will have the opportunity to meet several of the players and dancers as well as sign their kids up for football or dance camp.
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Winners chosen for the trip to Lubbock on the Budweiser Bus
The Amarillo Dusters and Budweiser have announced the winners of the Budweiser Bus trip to Lubbock drawing. Two winners were drawn, Jeff Ivy and Lee Scott. Both winners will get to choose three friends to join them on the bus to Lubbock to watch the Amarillo Dusters take on the Renegades.
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Dusters and Renegades to compete for Battle of I-27 Trophy
Rivalries are alive with the Amarillo Dusters. The Dusters have both in-state and out-of-state rivals with the Lubbock Renegades and the Oklahoma City Yard Dawgz. The Yard Dawgz and the Dusters represent the Battle of I-40. This weekend, Amarillo will take part in the Battle of I-27 with Lubbock.
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Dusters dust the Dorados 49-35
The Amarillo Dusters hosted the Rio Grande Valley Dorados this week at the Amarillo Civic Center Arena for America’s Heroes Night. The Dusters took care of business, beating the Dorados 49-35. MORE
Sign up to win a trip to Lubbock on June 21 on the Budweiser Bus
If you have been to an Amarillo Dusters game this season, you might have noticed a giant bus in the concourse area. Budweiser has partnered with the Dusters to send a few lucky winners to Lubbock on the luxury Budweiser Bus on June 21 to watch the team take on the Renegades. MORE
Dusters get twisted by Arkansas
The Dusters hosted the Arkansas Twisters at home in the Cal Farley Coliseum at the Amarillo Civic Center. The visiting Twisters went home with a 48-26 victory over the Dusters. MORE
Dusters to host Lil Darlins Dance Camp
The Amarillo Dusters will be hosting their annual Lil’ Darlins Dance Camp on Saturday, June 28, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. The registration fee is $30 and includes two tickets to the game on June 28 and a t-shirt. It’s open to kids ages 7-18 years old. MORE
Amarillo Dusters Announce Plans to Expand Ownership Group - Team seeking additional local participation to deepen community ties
The Amarillo Dusters announced plans to expand the ownership group by seeking local investment. “From the onset of our involvement with the Dusters our intent has been to develop a strong base of local owners,” said Doug MacGregor, Texas af2 Holdings LLC President, “We believe that the team is ready to add local business leaders who want to be involved with building the team to the next level.”
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Dusters to host Lil Darlins Dance Camp
The Amarillo Dusters will be hosting their annual Lil’ Darlins Dance Camp on Saturday, June 28, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. The registration fee is $30 and includes two tickets to the game on June 28 and a t-shirt. It’s open to kids ages 7-18 years old.
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Dusters have three home games in the month of June
The Amarillo Dusters are back at home after three weeks of being on the road. The team also had their first bye week of the season. The Dusters will be taking on division rivals, the Arkansas Twisters.
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Amarillo Dusters faced a tough road trip to Austin
In a much-anticipated rematch from earlier this season, the Austin Wranglers were on the winning end this time around, beating the Amarillo Dusters 66-56 at home at U.S. Army Field at the Frank Erwin Center. MORE
Amarillo Dusters hosting two Dusters Football Camps in June
The Amarillo Dusters are continuously looking for ways to reach out to the Amarillo community, particularly the kids. The team will be hosting two football camps this summer, the 2008 Dusters Football Camp, for kids ages 7-14 years old. MORE
Dusters players, coaches, and staff visit local schools for Career Days
Students in elementary and middle schools are being encouraged to learn about possible careers. Some Amarillo Dusters players, coaches, and staff will be at two different schools this week to tell students about being in professional sports. MORE
Dusters lose first home game of the season to the Lubbock Renegades
The Amarillo Dusters hosted the Lubbock Renegades for their Ladies and Cancer Awareness Night at the Amarillo Civic Center Arena. The Dusters wore special limited edition pink jerseys for the night. Jerseys were auctioned off, with proceeds benefitting the Children’s Miracle Network. The Renegades defeated the Dusters 69-35. MORE
Dusters leash the Yard Dawgz with a 58-21 victory
The Dusters hosted the Oklahoma City Yard Dawgz on May 3, 2008 for Go Green night. The Dusters continued their at home win streak by defeating the Dawgz 58-21.
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Dusters partner with High Plains Food Bank for food drive on May 3
It is not too late to join the Dusters Canned Food Drive to benefit the High Plains Food Bank. A collection point is set up and people can bring canned goods in exchange for a discounted game ticket to the game on May 3. Fans cans also bring donations to the Civic Center on Saturday for a $5 off coupon on an endzone ticket.
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Dusters 'Go Green' with Goodwill Industries in Amarillo and Canyon for National Goodwill Week
The Amarillo Dusters are promoting the “Go Green” movement in many ways, including at the Dusters game on May 3. The Dusters are reaching out into the community even more by partnering with Goodwill Industries for National Goodwill Week and their “Goodwill Goes Green in Center City” promotion. MORE
Amarillo ranks in the Top 16 in Week 4 on the af2 Coaches Poll
The arena football 2 league office released today the Coaches Poll, ranking the top 16 teams in the af2. The Amarillo Dusters were on the list for the first time in two seasons, with a ranking of 13. MORE
The Dusters announce the 2008 Radio Team
The Amarillo Dusters announced today that the voice of the Dusters will once again be Nat Hall of Guymon, Oklahoma. The Dusters are also pleased to announce the addition of Brad Fralick, the sports director at KAMR/KCIT-TV, to the radio team. He will provide the color commentary for all Dusters home games. MORE
Single game Amarillo Dusters tickets are on sale now!
The Amarillo Dusters announced today that single game tickets are on sale now. Tickets can be purchased at the Dusters box office, the Amarillo Civic Center box office, United Supermarkets, and at all other Panhandle Tickets locations. MORE
Dusters announce a multi-station radio broadcast partnership
The Amarillo Dusters are pleased to announce a multi-station radio broadcast agreement for the 2008 season. Fans throughout the Texas and Oklahoma panhandles will be able to follow Dusters football on the following stations: KPUR 107.1 in Amarillo, KWTS 91.1 in Canyon, and KGYN 1210 in Guymon, Oklahoma.
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Dusters visit Whittier Elementary School
The Amarillo Dusters were out in the community today with a visit to Whittier Elementary School. Students in the ACE program at Whittier were honored today for their accomplishments in the classroom. Amarillo Duster, Dwayne Slay was there to encourage and motivate the students.
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The Dusters team up with HAVOC to create an energy drink for Amarillo
American Enterprise Development Corporation and HAVOC Distribution, Inc. have signed an agreement to move forward with the production of the Amarillo Dusters energy drink powered by HAVOC and distributed in the Amarillo market by Miller of Amarillo. MORE
Valentine's Day and the Amarillo Dusters
Love was in the air on Valentine’s Day, and the Amarillo Dusters spread that love bug. Cupid made his appearance at the Chase Tower in downtown Amarillo today giving long stem red roses to all the lovely ladies he could find. MORE
Final Open Tryout for the 2008 Roster
The Amarillo Dusters announced today the final open tryout for the Amarillo Dusters football team in preparation for the 2008 season. MORE
Dusters roster getting stronger
The Amarillo Dusters of arena football 2 hosted a press conference today at Randy’s at the Paramount introducing additions to the 2008 Dusters roster. MORE
The Amarillo Dusters introduce two faces to the organization, one old and one new.
AMARILLO, TEXAS The Amarillo Dusters introduce two faces to the organization, one old and one new. Coach Quinn Cairo will be continuing with the Dusters in his third season as the secondary coach. Coach Jarrod Rogol will join the Dusters coaching staff as the special teams coach. MORE
The Amarillo Dusters announced today the resignation of Warren McCarty.
AMARILLO, TEXAS The Amarillo Dusters announced today the resignation of Warren McCarty. McCarty has served the Dusters in several capacities over the last few years including general manager, sales representative, and assisting with football operations. MORE
Dusters roster grows...
The Amarillo Dusters announced today the assignment from the arenafootball2 League Office of former Albany Conquest linebacker and defensive end, Michael Gerard Lewis II.
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first open tryout camp in preparation for 2008
The camp will be held on Saturday, November 17th at the North Exhibit Hall of the Amarillo Civic Center. Registration will begin promptly at 9:00 am, and testing will begin at 10:00 am. The cost of the workout is $60.00, cash only. MORE
Duster Darlins Dance Team tryout for the 2008 af2 season.
Lacy Ratliffe, a 4-year member of the Duster Darlins, is the Dance Team Coordinator for 2008. She will conduct the camp and provide instruction. Prospective dancers will be required to perform their own 60 to 90 second routine in front of a panel of judges. MORE
Texas Tech Standout Quarterback and Receiver Robert Johnson
"Robert has tremendous upside as a quarterback, and can play at the next level once he develops," said Dusters Head Coach Chris MacKeown. "He is a natural leader and a winner on the field. He's won three championships now, and he has all the physical tools that we are looking for." MORE
The Amarillo Dusters introduced today the new ownership group
The Amarillo Dusters introduced today the new ownership group and head coach for the Amarillo Dusters. The Dusters also announced the signing of a 3-year lease agreement with the Amarillo Civic Center, and the location of their new headquarters in the historic Paramount building. MORE
first open tryout camp in preparation for 2008
The camp will be held on Saturday, November 17th at the North Exhibit Hall of the Amarillo Civic Center. Registration will begin promptly at 9:00 am, and testing will begin at 10:00 am. The cost of the workout is $60.00, cash only. MORE
The Amarillo Dusters formally introduced their ownership group today.
"Our mission is for the Dusters to be a team that the region is proud of both on and off the field, said Doug MacGregor. Amarillo is a community that loves football, it's a community with a solid economy and strong support for its teams. We believe that we can provide the infrastructure and support for the team to achieve success." MORE
Exclusive Season Ticket Holder's VIP Club
The Fazoli's Founders' Club was developed to give exclusive VIP access for Dusters season ticket holders. The Concourse Ball Room at the Amarillo Civic Center will serve as the setting for the Fazoli's Founders' Club. Prior to every Dusters home game, members will have an exclusive private party that includes complimentary meals and soft drinks from Fazoli's restaurant, beginning at 5:00 pm. MORE
Chris MacKeown will be the new Head Coach
Coach MacKeown is from Dayton, Ohio and attended the University of Toledo. He and his wife Alisa have two daughters, Brittany and Danielle. He plans to arrive in Amarillo immediately after the Arena Cup to begin preparing for the 2008 season. MORE
