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Barnstormers prepare for home opener

April 29, 1999 By admin

The Iowa Barnstormers prepare for their home opener this Saturday night whenthey host defending Arena League champion Orlando. The Barnstormers openedthe regular season with a convincing win at Houston and coach John Gregorysays it was a good way to open the season.Gregory says while it was an impressive win, it was only the beginning of along road.Saturday’s game is the third annual Hall of Fame Founder’s game whichmatches Iowa against the defending Arena Bowl champion. Gregory says hostingthe game every year ensures the Barnstormers will have a tough home opener.Wide receiver/defensive back Carlos James says he knew during the pre-seasonthe Barnstormers were a vastly improved team.James believes the biggest difference this season is an improved defense.The Barnstormers picked off three Houston passes last week and James says agood push rush was the biggest factor.

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