Seattle-Tacoma opens exhibition play with big win against Oregon club
RENTON — The Seattle-Tacoma Cobras finally got a chance to make contact with players in different-colored jerseys Saturday night, but the competition didn't last long.
The Cobras (1-0), who will open Professional Developmental Football League play on June 8, took apart the semipro Inner City Shine from Oregon 77-12 in their season opener at Renton Memorial Stadium.
It was a dominant effort in all phases of the game as Sea-Tac scored on every offensive possession and surrendered less than 200 total yards.
Former [...]
New Schedule Changes To Lock Down the Season Games
The Seattle Tacoma Cobras lock down schedule for the 2013 season. The season schedule goes as follows:
2013 EXHIBITION GAME SCHEDULE
Date HOME AWAY City, State Kickoff W/L 4/13 Green vs White Game Federal Way, WA TBA 5/18 Inner City Shine(OR)Renton, WA
BUY TICKETS
7pm
2013 SEATTLE-TACOMA COBRAS GAME SCHEDULE
Week Date HOME AWAY City,State Kickoff W/L 1 6/1/2013 Bye 2 6/8/2013 Renton, WA 7pm 3 6/22/2013 Renton, WA 7pm 4 6/29/2013 Boise, ID 7pm 5 7/6/2013 Portland, OR 6pm 6 7/13/2013 Renton, WA 7pm
Seattle-Tacoma Cobras open training camp
The Seattle-Tacoma Cobras opened their 2013 Professional Developmental Football League training camp Saturday afternoon.
New head coach Richard McCleskey ran the Cobras through team drills, starting with special teams coverage and breaking into position-specific drills before the offense and defense lined up against one another for the first time.
Here's a look behind the scenes at Cobras practice:
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Athletic tight end makes switch from basketball to football
Andre Hardy Jr. hopes he can be the latest in a trend of athletic big men to make the transition from college basketball to professional football.
The 6-foot-5, 253-pound power forward from Cal State Fullerton always had both sports on his mind, and he got an initial shot following a private workout he held for about eight teams prior to last April's NFL draft.
The Oakland Raiders signed him and brought him in for rookie camp, but it came with [...]
Former NFL running back Mike Bell coming to Cobras’ backfield
Mike Bell learned to deal with adversity while he was a star running back at the University of Arizona, and he's used that experience ever since.
Bell, the third all-time rushing leader for the Wildcats, went through three different head coaches and four different position coaches while he was at the school in Tucson, Ariz.
"It was crazy," said Bell, an NFL-type talent who signed last week with the Seattle-Tacoma Cobras. "There was so much change over time, such a [...]
Cobras quarterback back in states after European success
Football is becoming a universal language, but Justin Walz has needed a translator for the past couple years. The 5-foot-11, 200-pound quarterback went to Europe after his college career and played in both Poland and the Czech Republic.
"Football over in Europe is kind of like soccer for us," Walz said. "But the sport is growing."
So are his leadership skills.
Walz, 25, will be asked to take the Seattle-Tacoma Cobras' offense under his wing, although that won't be a [...]
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- Thurston will look to control the middle of the Cobras’ defense
- Offensive lineman brings experience with big-play offense
- Former USC defensive back refocuses training, looks to make impact for Cobras
- Jason Jones to anchor middle of Cobras’ defensive line
- Former Idaho State running back set to pace Cobras’ offense
- Mario Haley brings leadership, veteran attitude to Sea-Tac Cobras
- Opportunity knocks for former Idaho State linebacker
- Speedy defender looks to make most of opportunity in Cobras’ secondary
- After a trip to wine country, Cobras’ new punter ready to get back into the game
Lady Cobras, King 5 & Home Team Harvest
We had great time with King 5 & Northwest Harvest! Thank you to Everyone that came out and donated! And a special Thank you to Paul, Rich, Tracy, KING 5, the Volunteers and Northwest Harvest for being extremely lovely and welcoming to The Lady Cobras!
Lady Cobras Busy Weekend
Come out and support the Lady Cobras:
King 5 Home Team Harvest
Dec 1st 4502 S. Steel St. Tacoma, WA
Dec 1st 10am-9pm Downtown Puyallup
The Lady Cobras Tryouts Nov. 11th
The Lady Cobras tryouts will be on Nov. 11th starting at 1:30pm at the Tacoma Dome Best Western Plus Hotel. We are looking for fun and energetic ladies. New Coordinator Kimberly Curiel "This going to be a great season and looking forward to getting new ladies on the squad" The Lady Cobras are a official dance team for the Seattle-Tacoma Cobras. For Tryout info CLICK HERE
Cobras C.L.A.S.S gives In A Big Way
Nearly 70 turkeys with gift baskets including all the fixins, were given to needy families and individuals for the 2012 Christmas season. Frieda Banks, Executive Director of the C.L.A.S.S program, Cobras, Life, Academic, Success, Skills), and several C.L.A.S.S members loaded cars from her home and also delivered to those in need. Ogie Banks, George Banks, Frank Banks, Shayna Clayton, Alfredo Trinidad, and C Jay Trinidad were C.L.A.S.S. members participating for this event. Jon Sybert, founder of Friends for the Holidays, was [...]
Cobras Sponsor Turns Into a Plus
The Tacoma Dome Best Western turn into a Plus Hotel on August 30th. "The ribbon cutting ceremony was first class at a first class hotel." ~T. Hall The Seattle-Tacoma Cobras where invited to see all the hype and great rooms they have. " The room are very nice and Hotel staff are excellent" ~D. McCullin Sr. VP of Operations of the Cobras The Professional Developmental Football League owners and media day will be at the Hotel in October. Also the [...]
Lady Cobras Show Big Support In Kirkland Summer Fest
The Lady Cobras was a big hit in this years Kirkland Summer Fest 2012. The Kirkland SummerFest! On August 10 & 11 was transform into a lively arts destination where friends, family, neighbors and visitors can connect and share in the celebration of the artistic inspiration, music and culture of the Northwest. SummerFest is a FREE festival along the shores of Lake Washington with activities, entertainment and fun for the whole family. "The Lady Cobras Crei and Kj where a big [...]
- The Cobras Support Farmers In 2nd Annual March of Dimes Easter Egg Hunt
- The Cobras Helps Pt. Defiance Elementary With Book Drive
- The Tacoma Cobras Have Partnered With Pt. Defiance Elementary
- Josh LeDuc Arrives In Tacoma’s Oakland High School
- The Tacoma Cobras Takes It To The Hoop With Young Girls Basketball
- Free Cakes for Kids Auction at the Great Wolf Lodge
Seattle-Tacoma opens exhibition play with big win against Oregon club
RENTON — The Seattle-Tacoma Cobras finally got a chance to make contact with players in different-colored jerseys Saturday night, but the competition didn't last long.
The Cobras (1-0), who will open Professional Developmental Football League play on June 8, took apart the semipro Inner City Shine from Oregon 77-12 in their season opener at Renton Memorial Stadium.
It was a dominant effort in all phases of the game as Sea-Tac scored on every offensive possession and surrendered less than 200 total yards.
Former [...]
New Schedule Changes To Lock Down the Season Games
The Seattle Tacoma Cobras lock down schedule for the 2013 season. The season schedule goes as follows:
2013 EXHIBITION GAME SCHEDULE
Date HOME AWAY City, State Kickoff W/L 4/13 Green vs White Game Federal Way, WA TBA 5/18 Inner City Shine(OR)Renton, WA
BUY TICKETS
7pm
2013 SEATTLE-TACOMA COBRAS GAME SCHEDULE
Week Date HOME AWAY City,State Kickoff W/L 1 6/1/2013 Bye 2 6/8/2013 Renton, WA 7pm 3 6/22/2013 Renton, WA 7pm 4 6/29/2013 Boise, ID 7pm 5 7/6/2013 Portland, OR 6pm 6 7/13/2013 Renton, WA 7pm
Cobras Release TE Aaron Muhammad To Boise Bandits For A Better Fit
The Seattle Tacoma Cobras are building new talent to catch a lot of balls this season. Newly acquire TE Aaron Muhammad and along with Maurice Shaw will be ready to take on all others. Aaron is 6'4 255 out of Western Illinois University and teammates of Raynard Pamilton. "We value his leadership qualities and will bring a new work ethic to the team"~ B.Morris
While at WIU Aaron was voted team captain as a senior. Aaron played in all 11 games [...]
- The PDFL kickoff Classic Set for 2013
- League Takes Over Utah Armageddon
- The Professional Developmental Football League Owners Meeting 2012
- PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTAL LEAGUE KICKS OFF IN 2013
- The PDFL Announces League Conferences
- GameFilm360 Named League Video Provider for the Professional Developmental Football League
- Cobras Set For Round Two
- Quick Fix Sports Joins The Cobras At 2012 Combine
- Inside Workouts for Cobra Veteran Players
- Tacoma Cobras Veteran Camp 2012
The Ram Has Supported The Seattle Tacoma Cobras Since 2010
The RAM has been a supporter of the Cobras since 2010 .The Ram is a private, independent, family-owned and operated restaurant business. We were born on February 26, 1971 when our founders took their entrepreneurial spirit and experiences they received making pizza and serving beer at Shakey’s Pizza Parlor to open their own restaurant. That first restaurant was called the Ram Pub, which was a “Deluxe Tavern” that served hot food, including cook-your-own burgers and steaks, along with beer and [...]
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Our Fans Are #1
Pride, Loyalty, Passion
The #1 Cobra Fan flag will be first introduced in 2012 as part of the Cobras' 4th Season Celebration. Franklin Pierce Stadium will be the home of the Tacoma Cobras. '#1' flag represents the loyalty and strength of the Cobra Stadium faithful.
Tacoma Cobra Football fans know there are 11 players on the field in the game. But the #1 and most important player is in the stands. The Cobra Nation is the #1 King Cobra!
Each [...]
