• 01/5/07 The Florida Football Alliance "Minor League Report" To Air On ESPN 1080 in Central Florida and ESPNFlorida.com via online live streaming world wide. The show will air every Saturday from January 5 through March 29 2008 at 12:00PM EST. This program, sponsored by the Orlando Outlaws, will be hosted by Terrence Page and Dan Plouff. The show will highlight and promote the “best kept secret” in Florida, Minor League Football!!! The Florida Football Alliance "Minor League Football Report" will feature player spotlights, special guests, weekly picks and what to watch for from the best league in Florida!! The Florida Football Alliance. Its A Great Day In The Alliance!!!

• 12/30/07 FFA 2008 Owners Meeting Saturday January 5 at 9:00am at Fridays Front Row Sports Conference Center 8126 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819. If you want to attend as a guest please RSVP at 407 619-5892.

• 12/30/07 FFA Officials clinic / workshop will be Sunday Jan 6 at 8:30am at Florida Mall and Conference Center 1500 Sand Lake Road Orlando, FL 32809

• 12/22/07- FFA / Gladiators making headlines. click here

• 12/21/07-Gunny7's Preseason State Rankings are here. click here

• 12/20-07-East Coast Reapers to play Sunday, January 13th-8:00 p.m.- In the 9th Annual Minor League Football News "NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP CHALLENGE BOWL"
  Pittsburgh Colts (NAFL) 14-1 vs East Coast Reapers (FFL) click here

• 12/21/07- Magic City Bulls have a new opponent in the 5th Annual Minor League Football News "AAA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP"
  Miami Bulls (FFL) 13-0 vs Central Florida Thoroughbreds (14-1) (SEFL)
  Past winners: Detroit Seminoles (2), Middle Georgia Stallions, Miami Bulls, Central Florida Thoroughbreds. click here

• 12/15/07- Florida Football Alliance First Annual Jamboree Kickoff Classic A Tremendous Success!! click here.

Team seeking to turn lives around !!!
Jacksonville, FL. - Sometimes a football team’s purpose can consist of much more than winning games and championships. Among the priorities for one newly-established Jacksonville team of troubled young adults, is becoming a positive influence in the community. That’s something that North Florida Rams President Tommy Johnson III has grown to know.  His dad, Tommy Johnson Jar., started North Florida Rams Association, Inc. as a way for athletes to get their fill on the football field while giving troubled youngsters something positive to look for in life. Read more...

May, 2007

Children’s Home Society of Florida, Buckner Division Building Hope. Creating Families

..North Florida Rams Association owner Tommie Johnson III Speaks at the Children's Homes Society. "The North Florida Rams Association and The Florida Football Alliance are committed to helping in the community. "I was thrilled to be a part of something so special. My hat goes off to the work and the efforts of the Children's Home Society and I am committed to being a supporter of this great organization"....said Tommie. The picture from left to right Nick Gienosky / Development Specialist for the Children's Home Society, Tommie Johnson III President /NFRA and Thomas K. Harris Executive VP of Promo Depot /President South Side Businessmen's club. The Children’s Home Society of Florida provides services to more than 100,000 children and families every day. Locally, the Buckner Division works with more than 1,500 daily and almost 3,000 in a year. Their services cover a wide-range of child welfare activities including the following Residential, Group Care, Family Foster Care, Adoptions, Clinical Services, Volunteer Programs. For additional information, please contact Children’s Home Society of Florida, Buckner Division P.O. Box 5616, Jacksonville, Florida 32247-5616, (904) 493-7744

The Miami Magic City Bulls received a city proclamation proclaiming June 26 in the City of North Miami as Miami Magic City Bulls Day. The Bulls fresh of their league championship was awarded this proclamation for the work they do in the community. The Bulls originally under the leadership of Terrence Page Sr and Cleveland Morley Jr (present President and CEO) built the program on community involvement and awareness. "My brother Terrence Page and Cleveland Morley Jr started this team and built this team on being a community based organization"...said Trenard Cook. Trenard Cook the former general manager and now Vice President, has continued this initiative in grand fashion. "The Bulls are a program and a ministry, not just a football team. We are committed to helping our players and our community".....said Cook. Cleveland Morley Jr who has been the President and CEO since its inception is extremely proud of the fact that "the players have all bought into our philosohpy. They understand its important to give back to the community and be positive productive citizens". A picture with the Mayor and City Commissioners coming soon......

Bradenton, FL. - The first recipients of the Bradenton Gladiators Football, Inc. scholarship program were announced today. With these scholarships, two highly motivated high school seniors will be able to rest a little easier as they deal with the rising costs of a college education —a barrier that often prevents qualified youth from earning their degree.

The Gladiators’ scholarships are awarded to high school seniors who demonstrate academic achievement and are dedicated to the community in addition to participating in athletic programs and/or JROTC.

The 2007 scholarship recipients are Ryan Barnes and Deanna Isom. Ryan Barnes is a senior at Lakewood Ranch has participated in football, wrestling, weightlifting, track and field during his high school tenure. He also served as a Sergeant Major and Executive Officer in the JROTC program. He is a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and volunteers as a youth advisor. Ryan plans to attend the University of the Cumberlands (Williamsburg, KY).

Deanna Isom is graduating senior that attends Southeast High. She has participated in JROTC for four years and has obtained the rank of Command Sergeant Major of the Seminole Battalion. She is currently the chapter and district 18 president of Future
Business Leaders of America. In the community, Deanna has supported March of Dimes, the Ronald McDonald Foundation, Salvation Army, Adopt-A-Family and many more organizations. Deanna plans to attend Bethune Cookman College (Daytona Beach, FL).

Bradenton Gladiators Football, Inc.
Bradenton Gladiators Football, Inc. is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization. Their mission is to bridge the gap between youth and young adulthood by instructing and playing top quality football and positively developing our neighborhoods and communities. The programs offered by the organization include youth camps and mentoring programs; educational award programs; and a young adult minor league football program.

May 19, 2007
The Alliance, A League of Champions?

The Florida Football Alliance (The Alliance) is a non-profit corporation dedicated to the promotion and advancement of minor league football teams based in the state. The Alliance has an unusually rich tradition in its short existence. The Alliance boasts several former champions starting with the four time league champions the St Pete Sharks. The Sharks were the 2001-2004 league champions and the 2007 runner-ups. The Alliance also has the Hernando Eagles, the 2005 champions and the Magic City Bulls. The Bulls are the 2007 champions and were also the 2004 and 2005 runner-ups. The Bradenton Gladiators, a traditional league power was the 2006 runner ups and has constantly been in the championship hunt. “I think this speaks volumes about our league and the quality of teams we are fielding for the 2008 season”…said Florida Football Alliance President Terrence Page Sr.

Behold…there is a new dynasty in Florida.  Several owners from top minor league football teams collaborate to form a new league, The Florida Football Alliance (The Alliance)!!!  With the initial signing of the following power house teams: Bradenton Gladiators, East Coast Reapers, Polk County War Eagles, Hernando Eagles, North Florida Rams, Magic City Bulls, St. Pete Sharks and Treasure Coast Hornets, the Alliance will definitely be the league to join.

The Florida Football Alliance is a non-profit corporation dedicated to the promotion and advancement of minor league football teams based in the state. We are assembling 24 of Florida’s top minor league football teams to participate in this new and exciting venture.  

What makes the Alliance different from other leagues is the concept of owner management.  Many leagues appoint a commissioner that is solely responsible for rule development and enforcement.  However, in the Alliance each owner has a voice in the operation of the league and can exercise their rights through member voting privileges.

Some of our benefits include but are not limited to:

• Fundraising and sponsorship assistance through non-profit status
• Each team holds a seat on the board as a director allowing part ownership.
• Access to a new team resource and guidance center
• Team featured on website as well as league marketing and advertising materials
• Award recognition for outstanding organizations, coaches, and players
• Professionally trained officials
• Custom Florida Football Alliance footballs
• Championship game with opportunity to earn up to 150% of league fees
• All-star game which offers players the opportunity to showcase talent in a public forum
• Invitation to annual awards banquet
• Assistance in purchase of championship rings
• Transportation assistance for championship teams invited to participate in national championship games
• And much, much more!!!!!!!!

You can apply for membership by completing the application and providing all other supporting documentation, which includes proof of ownership (e.g. incorporation, sole proprietor or partnership), game field contract and proof of liability insurance.  Submit application and supporting documentation along with a $250.00 application fee to the Florida Football Alliance office by June 30, 2007.  Please make check or money order payable to the Florida Football Alliance.  Applicants will be notified of their status within 30 days of submission.
Your membership in the Florida Football Alliance will be a unique opportunity and the experience will be unlike any other league in the state of Florida. Joining the league will not only give your team some incredible sponsorship opportunities but will allow you to participate in a highly competitive environment.  Please do not hesitate to contact the Florida Football Alliance at 407-619-5892 or tpage@ffafootball.com  if you have any questions. 

Sincerely

Terrence Page Sr, President
Florida Football Alliance, Inc.

Note : The St Pete Sharks as of 6/15/07 have since decided to pursue other options and are no longer members of the FFA

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