SignalsAZ.com Prescott News Podcast - NAZ Wranglers Re-Sign 7 Players

Starting point is 00:00:00 Text to Speech audio articles made possible by the Quest Grant at Yavapai College. Tuition-free industry recognized certificates for your career. The Northern Arizona Ranglers are excited to have seven returning players from their 2024 season heading into the new 2025 season. As of February 21st, 2025, the Ranglers have resigned seven key contributors from their team in 24 who will return for the 2025 season. Four players will be returning from the Rangler's defensive unit, and three players will be returning. players have resigned on the offensive side of the ball. The Wranglers have brought back the following

Starting point is 00:00:36 defensive players for 2025, defensive back Malik Sanier, defensive back Lummi Young 4, linebacker Kalin Hicks, and defensive lineman Mason Newton. The players returning for the Wrangler's offense will be wide receiver David Elder, wide receiver Deshawn Stottemeyer, and defensive lineman Chris Simon. Northern Arizona is thrilled to have seven returning members of their 2024 team to learn under the guidance of their new and experienced coaching staff. veteran players returning with a mix of young rookies in the IFL will bode well for the organization. The Wranglers will be led by a two-time arena football league coach of the year, head coach Ron James. The Wrangler's offense will be led by offensive coordinator Sia Burley,

Starting point is 00:01:16 and the defensive coordinator for Northern Arizona is Larry Hendricks. The Wrangler's first game of the season will be Saturday, March 29th, against the Fisher's freight. Fissures will be playing their first game as an IFL franchise in Prescott Valley, Arizona, at the Finley Toyuah Center. The theme of the Wrangler's first game is our community. This game is all about our local fans and members of Prescott Valley, who keep the Ranglers going. We will be hosting valuable guests in our community, including Prescott Valley Mayor Kelpal Guta.

Starting point is 00:01:46 Tickets are available to attend the highly anticipated season opener at home. The Ranglers players will report to Prescott Valley for training camp on March 14th. Defensive back Malik Sanyae. Defensive back Malik Sanjay was the Wrangler's leading tackler on their defensive squad in 24 as he notched 69.5 total tackles. Sonye is a hard-hitting defensive back who flies around the field. In 2024, Sanjay also recorded 8.5 tackles for loss, two fumble recoveries, one interception, and one forced fumble.

Starting point is 00:02:19 Sonier will aim to continue his growth in the indoor football league after having a dominant rookie season. Sunier returns for his second season in both the eye. I. Defensive back Lummy Young 4. Defensive back Lummi Young 4 also returns for his second year with the Wranglers and in the IFL. Last season, Young 4 appeared in seven games for the Wranglers, posted 23 total tackles,

Starting point is 00:02:43 two for loss, and recorded a tackle in the end zone for a safety. Young 4 was among a group of stout defensive backs and made plays consistently on the field. Young 4 looks to continue to develop his skills in the IFL and keep making an impact for the Ranglers. Linebacker Kaelin Hicks. Linebacker Kailen Hicks is a returning IFL veteran who played for the Ranglers in both 2024 and 2021. Hicks spent time with the Vegas night hocks before returning to the Ranglers organization in 2024. Hicks appeared in seven games for the Ranglers last season and recorded 22.5 total tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, and one blocked kick. Hicks was a staple on the Rangler's defense in 2024 and

Starting point is 00:03:25 remains a valuable member of the Prescott Valley community. Hicks brings his veteran and leadership presence back to the Wranglers' locker room for 2025. Defensive lineman Mason Newton Newton is another veteran returning to the Wranglers. The Wranglers acquired Newton from the Duke City Gladiators after a trade ahead of the 2024 season. Newton spent two seasons with the gladiators and immediately made an impact with Northern Arizona. In his first game with the Wranglers, Newton blocked a field goal against his former team. From the interior of the defensive line, Newton racked up 14.5 total tackles,

Starting point is 00:04:02 five tackles for loss, one sack, and one fumble recovery. Newton will continue to add to his IFL resume in his second season with Northern Arizona. Wide receiver David Elder Wide receiver David Elder returns for his second season with the Wranglers and in the IFL. Elder was a spark glove for the Wrangler's offense in 2024, as he provided an explosive element to the the offense with his speed and shift the ability. Elder hauled 47 receptions for 333 yards and

Starting point is 00:04:30 six total touchdowns. Elder also tallied 107 rushing yards and proved to be a hard player to tackle in open space. Elder was signed to the Northern Arizona roster after showcasing his skills at an open player tryout in 2024. Elder returns to the Wranglers for the 2025 season and looks to make more plays in year two with the team. Wide receiver Deshawn Stottemeyer Wide receiver Deshawn Stottemeyer returns to the Wranglers for his second season in the IFL as well. Stottomire joined the team late in their 2024 season and made an impact in the Wrangler's final game of the year. Stademeyer's first catch in a Wrangler's uniform was a touchdown against the Duke City Gladiators. In just one game, Stottomire easily became a heavily

Starting point is 00:05:13 targeted receiver for Northern Arizona. Stadamire caught eight passes for 64 yards and one touchdown. Stademeyer looks to build on this performance and develop as a wide receiver as he enters his first full season for the Ranglers. Offensive lineman Chris Simon Offensive lineman Chris Simon was a rock solid member of the Ranglers offensive line, starting in 14 games. Simon is an excellent run blocker and is great in pass protection as well. Simon was a consistent player who provided the offense with exceptional offensive line play. Line of scrimmage control is a major piece of offensive success in the IFL. Simon brings continuity back to the Wrangler's offensive line, where offensive success can begin and end.

Starting point is 00:05:55 Simon will be aiming for another great season with Northern Arizona and help the offense develop under their new coaching staff. The Northern Arizona Ranglers' 2025, 25 home games, with dates and matchups, are listed below. All games are listed in Oz time. Saturday March 29, 6.05 p.m. versus Fisher's Freight. Saturday April 19th, 605 p.m. versus Tucson Sugar Skulls. Sunday, May 18th, 305 p.m. versus Massachusetts Pirates. Saturday May 24th, 605 p.m. versus Arizona Rattlers. Saturday June 7th, 605 p.m. versus Vegas Nighthawks.

Starting point is 00:06:36 Saturday June 14th, 605 p.m. versus San Diego Strike Force. Saturday June 28th, 605 p.m. versus Bay. Bay Area Panthers. Saturday, July 12th, 605 p.m. versus Tucson Sugar Skulls. Grab your season tickets for the 2025 season today. Deposit through Sparkpages.io, and we will contact you to select your seats. For any season ticket inquiries, call us at 928-379-9-581 or email ticket director at Knottscranglers.com. Single game tickets are also on sale now. Grab your seats for our season opener on March 29th at www.com.com slash Nazranglers tickets. These 2025 player re-signings are presented by the Center for Physical Excellence.

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SignalsAZ.com Prescott News Podcast - NAZ Wranglers Re-Sign 7 Players

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