The NMLF announces the 12 members of the league's Capital Conference

The Capital Conference:

North Texas Falcons
Plano Venom
Grand Prairie Titans
DFW Xpress
North Texas Seminoles
East Texas Storm
West Texas Drillers
West Texas Outlaws
San Angelo Spartans
ATX Tigers
Texas Mavericks
Lone Star Pit Bulls

Divisions and schedules TBA.

The NMLF continues to expand

National Minor League Football is like a family, and families can grow. Quickly. Monday, the NMLF added two more Texas teams, to grow that contingent to 12. With the arrival of 6 more in Arkansas and Tennessee in January, this takes us to 18 teams in 3 states. That's not all. Within two weeks, the league will dispatch an envoy led by the Chaiman of our Ways and Means Committee, Truman Vernon of the DFW Xpress, to Louisiana to negotiate the addition of 7 more teams in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama. That would bring the total to 25 teams in 6 states. As stated here, our initial goals were modest, 16 teams would be good, but we could play with as few as 7, if necessary. After all, that number (16) would eclipse the number that other leagues like the TUFL started with, and we'd be in more states than them as well. However, the NMLF is about quality, not quantity, so numbers don't tell the true tale of how we do things around here. Although I must say, with all of the doubters and members of a certain league taking shots at us, mainly saying that we wouldn't have enough teams, it feels good to have exceeded our goals. Also, unlike that certain league I spoke of, we won't be scared to put them up on our website for all to see. The only thing stopping us is that we keep adding news teams every week, but I promise you, within the week we'll have at least the 18 we talked about up and ready to go. As for the others, stay tuned. The NMLF: Like a big family, growing all the time.

Making the media rounds

As Commissioner of the NMLF, I get a chance to make live appearances on behalf of the league, as well as appearances on various media outlets. On Monday, one such opportunity presented itself, as I was a guest on the new radio show Saturday Night Lights, an exciting new show which profiles semi pro and minor league football across the nation. Hosted by D.G. and J.Nix, the show reviews and previews all of the action, takes phone calls from around the country, has guests and does so in a laid back, urban style format. We focused on player development, as well as the NMLF's commitment to providing an exciting product. I enjoyed the time, and I'll be listening to the show on a regular basis. In the coming weeks, I'll be attending a news conference in Arkansas, as well as other mandated league appearances. Being Commissioner is hard, busy work sometimes, but I'm enjoying talking about something I believe in. I'll keep you posted as new developments occur.

NMLF League Meeting

National Minor League Football will hold their league meeting this Saturday, November 22nd at the LaQuinta Hotel in Carrollton, Texas. For more info e-mail commissioner.kimey@nmlf.org .

National Minor League Football eyes Tennessee and Mississippi

It's no secret that the NMLF is looking to expand beyond the Texas border. The league has already gotten a commitment from 5 Arkansas teams, and has gotten a favorable response from at least that many teams in neighboring Louisiana. Having those members has opened the door for a team in Jackson, MS and at least 3, possibly more, teams in Tennessee. 125 teams in 13 states in 5 years was our initial goal. Now, many league insiders believe that projection could be expanded to 150 teams within 4 years. One very important fact to remember: Charter (2009) members will be afforded status that members in future years won't. So you can wait around to see if the how the NMLF will do in '09, (trust me, we will do quite well) and then possibly join in 2010, or later, but the smart play is to get on board now. Be part of the future of this sport from day one. Your faith will be rewarded in ways you can't imagine.

East Texas joins the NMLF

The East Texas Storm have joined the NMLF! Coach Jeff Caldwell bring his team's exciting style of play to the NMLF. Keep it here for interviews with Storm players and front office personnel.

Austin joins the NMLF

Thats right, the ATX Tigers have joined the NMLF! Coach Michael Jordan brings his teams' hard hitting style to the NMLF. Be sure to check in here for interviews with ATX front office members and players.

Coming soon: True free agency for players and coaches

The NMLF continues to be on the cutting edge as the formation of the NMLF FA Pool has been announced. Is your team in need of a Wide Receiver, Offensive Lineman, or Middle Linebacker? Log onto the spot and choose from available players. Need a Defensive Backs Coach? Log on to the site. Are you a free agent coach or player looking for a home? Create your bio today, and start getting offers from teams now!

For more info, e-mail NMLF Commissioner J.C. Kimey at commissioner.kimey@nmlf.org

Consultant's Corner

The NMLF News caught up with former NFLers and current NMLF Senior Consultants Rickey Dixon and Lincoln Coleman, this week as the announcement of the new e-mail program for all NMLF league members was made. This program will allow all NMLF franchises to have direct contact with Coleman and Dixon, who will answer football related questions and offer tips and drills to help the quality of play in the NMLF. Here's a few excerpts from the interview:

NMLF News: Let's start with you, Rickey. Tell us how league franchises will benefit under the NMLF's new e-mail program.

Rickey Dixon: League members will be able e-mail myself and Lincoln questions about different aspects of their teams' play. Being a Cornerback, I played for some great defensive coaches, so I know a little about pass defense. I also know what makes a great pass offense go.

NMLF News: Lincoln, I'm guessing you know a little about running the football as well.

Lincoln Coleman: That's right Commissioner Kimey, I also know a little about how to stop the run as well.

NMLF News: I understand you both played some special teams so you can be of help there as well?
RD: Absolutely. It accounts for 20% of the plays in a football game, so it is very important.

LC: Special teams are another chance to make plays, so they can't be overlooked.

NMLF News: Thanks for the time guys, tell us how league members can contact you.

RD: League members can e-mail me at: rickeydixon29@nmlf.org

LC: They can get me at: lincolncoleman.dc@nmlf.org

The NMLF, where charter membership has its priviliges.

The best team in Wichita Falls joins the NMLF

That's right, the North Texas Falcons have joined the NMLF for the 2009 season. The Falcons have a tradition of winning, as well as the support of the entire Wichita Falls community. Keep it here for updates on the Falcons as well as the NMLF.

Plano joins the NMLF

The Plano Venom has joined the NMLF! The NMLF is very excited to add the Venom as a charter member. Be sure to stay tuned to NMLF News for interviews with Venom personnel.

Grand Prarie joins the NMLF

The Grand Prairie Titans have joined the NMLF! Chris Swinney is bringing his team's aggressive style to National Minor League Football. Be sure to log on to National Minor League Football news for interviews and quotes from Titans front office personnel, coaches and players in the coming weeks.

Dewayne Gordon of The N.Texas Seminoles: "I like the fact that the NMLF is run by former players"

Dewayne Gordon of the North Texas Seminoles has been a player, coach and owner for the past 11 plus years, and he likes the fact that the NMLF front office is comprised of former players. "Having played the game myself, I realize that there is a certain knowledge that goes with that," Gordon said. " With the NMLF having Rickey Dixon and Lincoln Coleman in the front office, this league is set up for success on the national level, not just in Texas. Both of those guys have been to Super Bowls, so they understand big time football."

Carol Trahan of the Lone Star Pitbulls: "We have big plans, and the NMLF does too"

NMLF News caught up with Lone Star Pitbulls' owner Carol Trahan, and she talked about her plans for the future, and why the NMLF was the place for the Pitbulls to be in 2009. "Some of these leagues are so narrow minded in their vision for the future. They make false promises, and they don't do anything to promote the teams, outside of their website, " Trahan said. "I believe that if there is a minor league system for baseball, why not football ? The Pitbulls do so much more than just play football, we are active in the community, too. The NMLF will help us get the word out about the Pitbulls as well as events we are planning."

DFW Xpress: Why we joined the NMLF

DFW Xpress CEO and head coach Truman Vernon spoke to NMLF News this week, and gave us a few reasons as to why his team is in the NMLF as opposed to some of the other less proactive spring football leagues: "The other leagues seem to be all about taking your money and not doing anything else", Vernon said. "That, and the chance to work with former NFL players, the revenue stream sharing, the radio show, and most of all, a desire to go national with this thing. I'm glad we (The Xpress) are a charter member, because the NMLF will be the largest football league of any kind within a few years, and we were there at the beginning."

San Angelo joins the NMLF

The San Angelo Spartans have joined the NMLF! Israel Lopez (pictured here) is bringing the Spartans to the league, and the NMLF is excited to have the Spartans on board. Stay tuned for updates on the Spartans as well as all of the NMLF teams, exclusively on the official newsletter of the NMLF.

National Minor League Football: A higher level

National Minor League Football (NMLF) wants you! Come join the most progressive, pro style spring football league in the nation. The NMLF is continuing to expand throughout Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana. Come join former NFL players and NMLF front office members Rickey Dixon and Lincoln Coleman as they seek to provide the expertise and evaluation of players wanting to go to the next level. Revenue stream sharing and a relationship with the syndicated radio show Deep End Sports, are just a few reasons that the NMLF is on the cutting edge. Players, coaches, owners and other staff on NMLF teams will be invited guests on the Saturday afternoon show, to help promote their team's upcoming games and special events. For maximum exposure and maximum revenue generation for your team, no can match the NMLF. Join the chase for the Magnum Cup! For more info, contact NMLF Commissioner J.C. Kimey at
jckimey@yahoo.com .