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Indianapolis Tornados vs Marion County Crusaders May 7th

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On May 7th, 2016, the Indianapolis Tornados  kick off their 2016 minor league football season with a highly anticipated match up with the Marion County Crusaders.

Despite sharing the Circle City, it will be the first time in franchise history that the two teams have faced each other.    The Indianapolis Tornados play minor league football for the Premier Amateur Football League (PAFL) whereas the Crusaders play in the Minor League Football Alliance (MFLA).   This will be the only out-of-league opponent on the Tornados schedule this season. The Tornados PAFL schedule begins on May 14th.

The teams will kick off at 7pm under the lights at Arsenal Tech High School on a football field installed by the National Football League as part of the Super Bowl’s legacy project.  Gates open at 6:30 PM. Tickets are just $10 for adults and children 12 and under are free.

For more information, please visit indytornados.com.

Indianapolis Tornados VS Cincinnati Hawks June 13th

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When looking for fun summer entertainment with the family, a minor league football game might be the best deal in town. On Saturday, June 13th, 2015, the Indianapolis Tornados (2-1) minor league football team will host the Cincinnati Hawks (1-0) at Arsenal Tech High School. Kick off begins at 6:00 PM.

Twister, the Indianapolis Tornados’ mascot, will be hosting a children’s superhero costume contest as the Tornados celebrate “Super Hero Night”. The contest will begin at halftime when all children dressed in costume will compete in a “Best Costume” separated into three age groups: 7 and under, 8-12, and 13 and above. The first 50 contestants will receive a free comic book courtesy of Downtown Comics while the winners of each age group will win prizes from either Latitude 360 or Texas Roadhouse. Fans will also have an opportunity to meet local celebrity, Karen E. Laine, of HGTV’s newest DIY show, “Two Chicks and a Hammer”.

“We are excited about the variety of entertainment we offer to families in the area” observed Director of Operations, David Seiter. “With the bounce house, special guests and celebrities, fan interactions with players and cheerleaders, great concessions, and a football game between two talented teams, there is literally something to appeal to everyone!”

The Indianapolis Tornados offer fun, affordable, family-friendly football entertainment throughout the summer. The price of admission is $10 while kids aged 12 and under get in free.

Indianapolis Tornados A Game Away From National Title

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The undefeated Indianapolis Tornados minor league football team (14-0) advanced to the final four of the Gridiron Developmental Football League (GDFL) playoffs with an impressive 22-0 win over the Oklahoma Thunder last weekend. The Tornados, the state of Indiana’s only representative in the 120-team league, is currently the highest rated seed remaining in the tournament which began on August 25th, 2012. The League is divided into an “Xtreme Conference” and an “Impact Conference”. The winning teams from each conference will play in the National Championship game on October 13th, 2012.

This Saturday night, September 29th, 2012, the Tornados will host the South Buffalo Celtics in the Impact Conference Championship game for the right to play the Central Penn (Pennsylvania) Piranha. The Piranhas captured the Xtreme Conference Championship win a 28-15 win over the Carolina Venom last Saturday.

The Tornados last game featured a bitter rivalry between two of the GDFL’s elite teams. The Tornados were also undefeated last season but lost in the playoffs to the Oklahoma Thunder in Tulsa, OK. The Thunder advanced to the 2011 National Championship before being beaten by the Chambersburg (PA) Cardinals. This was a revenge game for the Tornados who wanted to make a statement to the rest of the league.

Led by quarterback, Adam Rich, the Tornados marched down the field on its first drive to take a 7-0 lead. Rich added a couple of touchdown tosses to wide receiver, Brandon Williams, who was named the MVP of the game two weeks in a row. In his previous game, Williams hauled in three passes for touchdowns.

“We are fortunate to have quality players on both sides of the ball”, observed team GM David Seiter. “Both of our wide receivers, Brandon Williams and Glen Ayro, have had looks from NFL teams and I think it is only a matter of time before some team adds them to their roster”.

Equally impressive for the Tornados was their defense. The Thunder averaged 39 points per game in the regular season but the Tornados held them scoreless. “The Tornados won a national championship before and they know what it takes to win another one” added Seiter. In 2008, the Indianapolis Tornados won a national championship in the North American Football League (NAFL).

The Tornados will host the South Buffalo Celtics on their home turf at Brebeuf Jesuit Prep School, 2801 W. 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46268. Tickets can be purchased at the gate for $10 for adults and $8 for youth (7-17). Children age 6 and under are free. Kick-off is 7:00 pm this Saturday night, September 29th, 2012.

Indianapolis Tornados Enter Round Two of GDFL Playoffs

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Saturday night (9/3), the undefeated Indianapolis Tornados will host the Tennessee Hurricanes in the second round of the Gridiron Developmental Football League (GDFL) playoffs. The Tornados rank #2 in the GDFL (out of 94 teams) and # 8 in the nation amongst all leages (over 350 teams). The winner of this game will advance to the quarterfinals to play either the Oklahoma Thunder or the Dallas Diesel.

Tickets for the game are $10 for adults, $8 for youth (ages 8-17), children 7 & under are FREE! Parking is FREE! Concessions are reasonably priced. Gates open at 5:30 pm at Park Tudor Academy and Kick-off is at 7:00 pm.

For more information on the team, visit “Indianapolis Tornados” on facebook or visit the website at www.indianapolistornados.com.

Tornados Begin Playoff Run!

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High School football has just begun and the NFL is still in the preseason. But here’s where you can enjoy some high quality, playoff football featuring nationally ranked teams!

The Gridiron Developmental Football League playoffs kick off as the #2 Indianapolis Tornados host the #23 Wolfpack from Clarksville, TN.

Kick off at Park Tudor Academ is scheduled for 7:00 but come early for the pre-game entertainment. $10 for adults, $8 for youth (8-17), children 7 and under are Free! Parking is Free and Concessions are reasonably priced.

This is fun, affordable, family friendly football entertainment! Support the Tornados on their run to the GDFL championship!

Derby City Thunder vs. Indianapolis Tornados Saturday, August 6th

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The Gridiron Developmental Football League season continues on Saturday, August 6th, 2011, with a  game between the Indianapolis Tornados (7-0) and the the Derby City (Louisville) Thunder (7-0) in a match up that has been dubbed the “Game of the Week” by the GDFL.

The Tornados are currently ranked 3rd in the nation in the the GDFL polls out of 93 teams nationwide. The Thunder are currently ranked 10th. The game will be played at Park Tudor, 7200 N. College Avenue with a 7:00 kick-off.

This game, which is also “Fan Appreciation night”, is the last regular season home game for the Tornados. They will play one more game on the road on August 13th to wrap up the regular season. Given the Tornados record to date, the team expects to host one or two games in playoffs which begin on August 27th and culminate with a Championship game in Ashville, NC on September 24th.

Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard will be an honoree at this game and conduct the coin toss. The team has also partnered with Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Indianapolis to host a special night for matches in the program.

Pre-game entertainment will begin at 6:15 pm and gates open at 5:30.

Tickets for the event are $10 for adults, $8 for youth (8-17), and children under 7 are free.

Location:
Park Tudor School
7200 N. College
Indianapolis, IN 46240

East Central Missouri Eagles vs. Indianapolis Tornados Saturday, June 18th

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The Gridiron Developmental Football League season continues on Saturday between, the Indianapolis Tornados (2-0) and the East Central Missouri Eagles (1-1) at Park Tudor.

“FAITH & FAMILY DAY”– Fun, affordable, family-friendly, football entertainment!

The Tornados are also hosting a “Tornado Relief” effort in conjunction with the Salvation Army to help those impacted in Joplin, MO and Southern Indiana last month.

Adults $10, Youth (8-17) $8, kids 7 and under are free! Free Parking and Reasonably priced concessions!

If you …can’t come in person, you can listen live on www.HCSNradio.

Location:
Park Tudor School
7200 N. College
Indianapolis, IN 46240

Indianapolis Tornados vs. Naptown Scorpions Saturday, June 11th

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The Gridiron Developmental Football League regular season continues on Saturday between, the Naptown Scorpions and the Indianapolis Tornados at Lawerence Central.

Kickoff is at 7pm.

Adults $10, Students $5, Kids $4 and Kids 7 and under are free!

Champions of Change

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It’s a Community Event! It’s a free Youth Football Camp! It’s a Talent Show! It’s a Football Game!

And most of all, it’s all for free! Learn more about the 3rd Annual Champions of Change Community Fair and Football game hosted by the Indianapolis Tornados.

Saturday, May 14 at Arlington High School

Visit http://championsofchange.eventbrite.com/ for more information!