Indiana Firebirds
Arena Football League (2001-2004) Born: October 19, 2000 – The Albany Firebirds relocate to Indianapolis, IN Folded: September 20, 2004 First Game: April 14, 2001 (L 60-59
Arena Football League (2001-2004) Born: October 19, 2000 – The Albany Firebirds relocate to Indianapolis, IN Folded: September 20, 2004 First Game: April 14, 2001 (L 60-59
This short-lived Arena Football League franchise was named after the Hooters restaurant chain. Owner Dave Lageschulte was one the early franchisees of the Hooters wings-and-boobs empire and developed the chain’s many South Florida restaurants. The team signed former Miami Dolphins stars Jim Jensen and Mark Duper and former U. of Miami Hurricanes notables Leonard Conley and Bryan Fortay in an effort to appeal to local fans.
Arena Football League (1990-2000) Founded: April 19, 1990 – Arena Football expansion franchise Moved: October 19, 2000 (Indiana Firebirds) First Game: June 9, 2000 (W
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