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Monday April 23, 2012
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Semi-Professional Football is very competitive on and off the field. This past off season the NEPA Miners worked over time recruiting a competitive ball club giving the Miners what they believe is a very talented roster. But what the fans may not know is how equally hard the ball club works to find the best league to play in. Selecting the right league is similar to NFL free agency, when your contract is up you ...Read More
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Friday April 13, 2012
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The NEPA Miners are kicking off a busy April, not only on the practice field but on the basketball courts and in a local sports store. This Saturday April 14th 6PM, NEPA Miners players and coaches will be on the basketball court for the Riverside Youth Basketball Association at Riverside Junior/Senior High School. There is a $5 general admission to watch Miners players and coaches take on the Riverside Vikings parents to raise money for ...Read More
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Monday March 26, 2012
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The NEPA Miners football team is taking shape for the 2012 football season. The Miners hosted two tryouts this offseason at the Riverfront Sports Complex in Scranton with some outstanding talent signing for this season. Evaluating over 100 athletes the Miners will bring in roughly 70 players to camp on April 3rd before cutting down to 60 for our June 2nd Home Opener at Scranton Memorial Stadium. "We had some tremendous talent at the Miners ...Read More
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Friday March 9, 2012
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Miners Introduce New Board of Directors In March 2011, The NEPA Miners Semi-Professional football organization was converted to a 501 (C)3 Non-profit. The Miners were originally founded in 2006 by Dan LaMagna who recently resigned as Head Coach to commit himself to the front office full time. The Miners have been owned and operated since 2009 by Dan and Moosic resident Jason Muskey with Thomas Finley of Scranton serving as the organizations Senior Advisor. In ...Read More
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Tuesday February 28, 2012
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NEPA Miners 2011 All-Stars Running Back/Dodson Waterton - 66 Carries 407 Yards 52 long 6.2 Ave. 4 TD along with 7 Catches for 45 yards earning him NEPA Miners Offensive Player of the Year. Dodson is an explosive runner that can score any time he touches the football! Offensive Line/Tony Alba - The anchor of the offensive line at Center as a Rookie. Tony was like having a Quarterback on the line picking up blitzes ...Read More
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Monday February 27, 2012
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A Warrior On and Off the Field Players who volunteer their time on the Gridiron every Saturday night at Scranton Memorial Stadium battle a lot more than the opponent facing them across the line of scrimmage; For NEPA Miners 6’6 310 pound Offensive Linemen Greg Reuther, he has balanced football, family and work with the best of them facing challenges on and off the field. Greg found out about the Miners through some friends in ...Read More
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Thursday February 16, 2012
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The NEPA Miners had a successful first tryout hosting 68 athletes at the Riverfront Sports Complex. The Miners are signing 36 players from the first tryout and combine while inviting many back on March 17th for the Miners second tryout. Player signings will be announced after the second Miners tryout. TRY OUT TO BECOME A MEMBER OF NORTH EAST PENNSYLVANIA'S ELITE FOOTBALL TEAM! SOME OF OUR MANY PLAYER BENEFITS: *HOME GAMES AT SCRANTON MEMORIAL STADIUM *LIVE ...Read More
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Wednesday February 8, 2012
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Friday February 24th. 2012 7:00PM-10:00PMGreenwood Fire Dept 3727-41 Birney Ave, Moosic, PA 18507Come join the NEPA Miners at our 2012 Awards Banquet! Enjoy a delicious buffet catered by Acaro and Genell's and meet the new head coach, Gary Haase. Tickets are $25 per person, $15 for 2011 Roster Players, Kids ages 5 to 10 are $12, and kids under 5 can attend for no charge. Tickets can be purchased online, at the door or by contacting ...Read More
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Monday January 30, 2012
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Visit NEPA Miners Staff and Players Thursday 11am at the Mall at Steamtown for a very important Press Conference! PennDOT, Safety Partners to Discuss Super Bowl Enforcement Efforts Dunmore – PennDOT and the NEPA Miners Football Team, local police, the Lackawanna County Highway Safety Program, the Lackawanna County District Attorney’s Office, the Lackawanna County Office of Drug and Alcohol, and the Student Education Awareness Team at Lackawanna College, will hold a press conference at 11 ...Read More
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Thursday December 15, 2011
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A rich tradition of minor league sports exists in North Eastern Pennsylvania. The North East PA Miners continue that tradition entering their sixth season in 2012 and are taking their next step in offering fans an Elite brand of Minor League Football entertainment. The best new organization on the East Coast in 2007 by Minor League Football News continues to expand and will elevate their game in 2012 on and off the field. We ...Read More
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Sunday December 4, 2011
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An Elite Brand of Football is LaunchedThe world of Minor League Football is being introduced to a new brand of football. The Elite Football Association (EFA) is proud to announce the launching of their league. Organizations sharing a common vision to conduct a new way of business at the adult amateur football level will pioneer the EFA into 2012 and beyond. The EFA has an opportunity to change the landscape of minor league football nationwide.Elite ...Read More
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Thursday November 17, 2011
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NEPA Miners Head Coach Dan LaMagna has hung up the coaching whistle as the NEPA Miners are reorganizing for the 2012 football season. The Miners have begun the search for a new Head Coach. Starting in 2007 LaMagna coached four of the NEPA Miners five seasons winning 13 games in the first two seasons making the playoffs both times before Donnie-Jackson-Bey coached the 2009 team to a 5-5 record. The following year Donnie pursued ...Read More
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Tuesday October 18, 2011
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The NEPA Miners have concluded their Fifth Anniversary football season. The New Jersey Wolves defeated the NEPA Miners 21-7 at Scranton Memorial Stadium in round one of the Major League Football (MLF) playoffs. The Miners came out blazing at home with a 70 yard fumble recovery for a touchdown by Scranton High School graduate Jesse Hinkley. New Jersey Wolves Quarterback Immanuel Cabassa would tie the game up with an 11 yard touchdown run in the ...Read More
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Thursday October 6, 2011
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NEPA Miners final home game will feature a big screen TV giveaway! After a September month full of surprises and bad weather the NEPA Miners welcome fall football and the opportunity to compete for the Major League Football (MLF) championship. The Miners have concluded the regular season with a 5-5 record in season and 6-6 overall. Despite a roller coaster of a season the Miners like their recent team chemistry and heart as the team ...Read More
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Thursday September 29, 2011
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Historic Coach Flowers pre-game speech for leland high school before the championship jv game. Today gentleman, I am honored to coach you, and I am more honored to take you onto the field of battle. There is another honor to be bestowed upon you. That is the answer that comes with that question. Who Am I? Answer: I am a champion! That’s right and I need you to remember that all throughout this game. I ...Read More
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The NEPA Miners game this weekend will not happen as our opponent is unable to travel due to unforeseen circumstances. The Miners will receive a forfeit win. Major League Football (MLF) is working with the Miners to replace the home game next Saturday October 8th 7PM at Scranton Memorial Stadium versus a new opponent. The Miners will post an updated schedule this week at www.nepaminers.com and on the Miners Fan page on Facebook. The Miners ...Read More
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Thursday September 15, 2011
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The NEPA Miners are battling through a very competitive Major League Football (MLF) season. The miners are 3-4 in MLF action (4-5 overall) and are fighting to gain momentum going into a probable post season. The Empire Conference has been a close race as the New Jersey Lions are in first at 5-2 followed by the New Jersey Wolves at 4-3, and the Tri State Bulldogs at 3-3. The New Jersey Spartans are chasing the ...Read More
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Wednesday August 31, 2011
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The NEPA Miners are 3-3 (4-4 overall) in Major League Football (MLF) in what has been an up and down season. Despite some bumps in the road the Miners are in the thick of the playoff race in MLF action. The Miners have a bye Labor Day Weekend giving them two weeks to prepare for their rematch versus the Philadelphia Phoenix. The Miners offense struggled in the first half of their last battle, digging a ...Read More
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Friday August 19, 2011
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The NEPA Miners will be traveling to Wissahickon High School and the Philadelphia Phoenix to square off against a dangerous Philadelphia Phoenix roster. The Miners are are 2-2 on the season riding a two game win streak into Philly versus a Phoenix team that is 0-5 but have not lost a game by more than eight points all season. The Phoenix are led by Quarterback Brandon Saunders who had four scores last week, two in the air and ...Read More
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Wednesday August 10, 2011
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Miners 26 Spartans 12 Game recap coming soon . . .The NEPA Miners host the New Jersey Spartans Saturday 3PM at Scranton Memorial Stadium. The originally scheduled night game has been moved to 3PM as the lights at Scranton Memorial Stadium are still being worked on due to recent storm damage. The Miners and Spartans will be battling for third place with both teams eying up the opportunity to return to a .500 winning percentage ...Read More
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Saturday August 6, 2011
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Dodson Waterton rushed for 110 yards and a touchdown to lead the NEPA Miners to a 19-8 win over the Westchester Steelers in White Plains, N.Y. The Miners, who had been shut out in their last two games, got on the board in the second quarter after Nick Scarmuzza recovered a fumble in the end zone for a 6-0 lead. Waterton then broke off a 64-yard touchdown run to give the Miners a 12-point lead. ...Read More
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Wednesday August 3, 2011
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The NEPA Miners will be on the road Saturday versus the Westchester Steelers. The Miners coming off a BYE week as storm damage postponed their game versus the Philadelphia Panthers to October 1st and are excited to get back on the field. The Miners 0-2 in Major League Football action know they are close to breaking out and are coming off two solid weeks of practice. "We are talented and it is only a matter ...Read More
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What: NEPA Miners 5th Annual Charlie Wysocki Football CampParticipants will be taught individual drills by NEPA Miners players and coaches, get autographs, enjoy a question and answer session with Charlie Wysocki and Miners members and play a football game with the NEPA Miners. Where: LPI Sports Complex 131 Bear Creek Boulevard Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702When: Sunday August 14th 10AM - 2PM (9:30pm Registration)Cost: $15/ male athletes ages 6-14, includes lunch. (Wecan make exceptions with age for the cause) All ...Read More
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Tuesday July 26, 2011
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UPDATE: The NEPA Miners game versus the Philadelphia Panthers has been postponed due to Storm Damage at the Stadium and surrounding area. The game will be postponed until October 1st. The Miners will be on the road next Saturday versus the Westchester Steelers and will return home August 13th versus the NJ Spartans.### Scranton, PA - July 26, 2011 - The NEPA Miners and the Philadelphia Panthers were expected to be Major League Football contenders in ...Read More
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Tuesday July 19, 2011
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After an encouraging preseason home opener the NEPA Miners slipped to 0-1 in Major League Football play with a 0-28 defeat to the Lehigh Valley Storm. Some early miscuses put the team in an early hole that the Miners were not able to dig out of it. The team battled for four quarters and had five sacks with two from linebacker Brandon Mackey and one each by Jesse Hinkley, Joey Siclari, and Reggie Moody. Anthony Bodtmann also ...Read More
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Tuesday July 12, 2011
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The NEPA Miners are fresh off of a 14-7 preseason victory versus the Red City Outlaws and now have to switch gears and get ready for their Pennsylvania Rival, the Lehigh Valley Storm. It is opening night for Major League Football (MLF) and what an exciting season opener for the fans at Scranton Memorial Stadium. Two rivals collide in what is sure to be a battle. The Miners will be led by Defensive back Anthony ...Read More
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Tuesday June 28, 2011
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As momentum swung heavily in favor of the Red City Outlaws, the NEPA Miners were in dire need of a spark. Nate Bowden provided a firework. With the team tied, physically battling each other and the draining heat of a July evening, quarterback Justin Piotkowski hit Bowden with a screen pass and the speedster turned it into a 75-yard game-winning touchdown as the Miners held on for a 14-7 win Saturday at Scranton Memorial Stadium. ...Read More
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Sunday June 19, 2011
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Two days before the start of their fifth football season, the NEPA Miners announced a player signing that should impact the summer and the future for the organization. Austin Scott, the former Penn State running back and Pennsylvania Class AAAA high school football player of the year, agreed to play with the semi-professional team that is a member of Major League Football. The Miners are preparing to open the year Saturday night against city ...Read More
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Wednesday June 1, 2011
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The NEPA Miners football organization participated in the United Way Cruise and Guest event at Castaldi's Pasta House in Scranton on Memorial Day to support the great cause. NEPA Miners that participated were Owner Jason Muskey, Owner/Head Coach Dan LaMagna, Board Member Melissa Vaughn, PA Announcer Paul Grippi, Assistant Coach Jeff Phelps and players Anthony Bodtmann, Pete Zoltek, Gary Visnovsky, Brian Slater, Bill Sandley, Corey Pregmon and John Kasheta. The NEPA Miners and The United Way will ...Read More
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Wednesday May 25, 2011
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The NEPA Miners finished All-Star weekend with a win and some hardware! The Keystone All-Stars won 23-17 and Miners Defensive Back Anthony Bodtmann had some big hits, a forced fumble, 4 tackles, a pass deflection and played lock down corner to win the Keystone Defensive MVP award! Miners Kicker Mike Berry kicked a 50 yard field goal and also won a half time kicking contest! Offensive linemen Brian Alba and Jesse Hinkley were creating lanes ...Read More
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Monday May 16, 2011
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The NEPA Miners opened camp May 3rd and the Miners Coaching staff likes what they see so far. "We have lots of potential but have lots of work to do", stated Head Coach Dan LaMagna. The Team motto for the 2011 season is "Nobody Outworks Us" setting the tempo for a productive football camp. Returning and new talent is pushing each other as the teams mindset is to get better each week and to be playing ...Read More
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Friday May 13, 2011
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The NEPA Miners will be represented on Offense, Defense and Special Teams All-Star Weekend! Scranton, PA - May 14, 2011 - Five NEPA Miners members are heading South to represent North Eastern Pennsylvania and the NEPA Miners football team, May 22nd for Major League Football All-Star Weekend! The league will host conference practices and a skills competition at the Virginia Beach Sports Complex Saturday before playing the game 12PM on Sunday. Representing as part ...Read More
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Friday April 15, 2011
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Miners fans in for the most exciting season ever! Scranton, PA - April 12, 2011 - Wow, what a schedule and season the North East PA Miners fans are in for in 2011! The NEPA Miners will introduce Major League Football (MLF) this season with the best teams on the East Coast squaring off each weekend. The MLF released the 2011 regular season schedule last night and the Miners have some familiar ...Read More
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Monday April 11, 2011
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Miners Coaching staff looking for local talent to round out 2011 roster. Scranton, PA - April 11, 2011 - The NEPA Miners will hold their Final Tryout and Combine Saturday April 16th, 11:30AM-2PM at the Riverfront Sports Complex in Scranton and seek to bring up to 20 more players into camp which begins May 3rd. Their is a $30 registration fee for players trying out and $5 for returners and players who made the teams last ...Read More
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Friday April 1, 2011
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Hawthorne, NY (3/31/2011) Today the BNEFF Group is proud to announce a giant step in a major direction. For years the teams of the BNEFF have been known to be Semi-Pro or either Minor League Football by name only. By definition the both of these terms have been branded as levels where the players are paid for their services. Today this association ends, yes fans it is a new day. The Big North ...Read More
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Wednesday March 30, 2011
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Miners set to compete May 22nd at the Virginia Beach Sportsplex. Scranton, PA - March 31, 2011 - The NEPA Miners rebuilt their roster last year bringing back only four players from the season before. Despite finishing a win short of post season play, Head Coach Dan LaMagna developed a new core of players that the Miners staff expects will lead them back into the playoffs this season. Although many Miners players ...Read More
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Saturday March 26, 2011
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Miners Coaches looking to sign 15-20 more players at final tryout April 16th. Scranton, PA - March 26, 2011 - The NEPA Miners held their first Tryout and Combine and signed 18 new players to the NEPA Miners roster for 2011. The team will hold their final tryout and combine April 16th 11:30am at the Riverfront Sports Complex in Scranton and seek to bring up to 20 more players into camp which ...Read More
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Sunday March 20, 2011
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The NEPA Miners have season tickets on sale now at the Miners online store as fans who purchase their tickets before May 1st will receive a free entry into the Endless Mountain Security Big Screen Television Giveaway! Each season the Miners give away a big screen television to one lucky fan as part of the NEPA Miners promotions. A Season ticket to six NEPA Miners football games is only $40 and children under twelve years ...Read More
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Friday March 4, 2011
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The NEPA Miners Black and Yellow wore Green March 12th and 13th for the St. Patricks Day Parades in Scranton and Wilkes-Barre! The NEPA Miners are an annual supporter of the areas St. Patricks Day Parade tradition. This year the team unveiled the NEW NEPA Miners wrapped Truck and Trailer while players gave away autographed game programs. We would like to thank the players, coaches, staff and volunteers who joined us in the parade and ...Read More
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Monday February 28, 2011
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Do you have what a takes to become a Miner? The NEPA Miners football team will be having their first tryout and combine this Saturday March 19th at the Riverfront Sports Complex in Scranton. Registration is 11:30am with the tryout/combine running from 12-2pm. Players will be evaluated in events such as the 40 yard dash, NFL Pro Shuttle, football specific drills such as 1 on 1's at all positions and 7 on 7 passing. Joining ...Read More
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Tuesday February 8, 2011
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Miners Football Team Recruiting Players Saturday Scranton, PA, February 8, 2011: The Miners offseason is heating up despite the cold winter weather as Scranton School district renewed the NEPA Miners stadium deal for 2011. The drive up Mike Munchak Way to Scranton Memorial Stadium will remain home for North Eastern Pennsylvania minor league football fans. This is the earliest the Miners have had their stadium deal in place in their five year history. ...Read More
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Wednesday February 2, 2011
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West Scranton’s Anthony Bodtmann Honorable Mention Cornerback Scranton, PA, February 2, 2011: Four days after being awarded NEPA Miners Team MVP and Defensive Player of the Year, Defensive Back Anthony Bodtmann received recognition by his peers nationwide. Anthony was awarded Honorable Mention All-American by Minor League Football News for his play in 2010. Athletes chosen to this team will be invited, along with the 2010 Winter/Spring All-American Team, to participate in Bowl events beginning ...Read More
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West Scranton’s Anthony Bodtmann wins 2010 Miners MVP Award Scranton, PA, February 1, 2011: The NEPA Miners Semi-Pro Football Organization held its Awards Banquet on Saturday, January 29th, 2011, at The Regal Room in Olyphant, PA. Over one hundred people attended to see the NEPA Miners recognize the players who sport the black and yellow at Scranton Memorial Stadium Saturday nights in the summer. This year’s awards banquet set the tone for their upcoming Fifth ...Read More
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Friday January 28, 2011
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Former Philadelphia Eagle, New York Jet and Charlie Wysocki Teammate VIP Speaker Scranton, PA, January 5, 2011: The NEPA Miners Semi-Pro Football Organization will be holding its annual Gala Event on Saturday, January 29th, 2011, at The Regal Room, Olyphant, PA. Guests will enjoy a sumptuous Hot Buffet dinner, the NEPA Miners Awards Ceremony, Guest Speaker, the first inductees into the NEPA Miners Hall of Fame and fantastic items offered for a live silent auction. ...Read More
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Monday January 24, 2011
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Scranton, PA, January 23, 2011: The North East Pa (NEPA) Miners Semi-Professional football team is warming up for 2011 and their 5th Anniversary football season that is right around the corner. The Miners coming off a rebuilding season where they returned only four players from a 53 man roster and still remained competitive. The Miners recruited a more local, dedicated player doing background checks on all 53 players developing the right team chemistry. The Miners ...Read More
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Thursday January 6, 2011
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The North East PA (NEPA) Miners football team is recruiting assistant Coaches for the 2011 football season. Head Coach Dan LaMagna will be returning for the Miners Fifth Anniversary season as Head Football Coach and Offensive Coordinator, his fourth as Head Coach having coached running backs at Lackawanna College in 2009 while assisting the Miners in restructuring their front office. The Miners formed a new Board of Directors and expanded operations going into the 2010 ...Read More
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Wednesday January 5, 2011
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Former Philadelphia Eagle and Wysocki Teammate VIP Speaker The NEPA Miners Semi-Pro Football Organization will be holding its Fourth Gala Event on Saturday, January 29th, 2011, at The Regal Room, Olyphant, PA. Guests will enjoy a sumptuous Hot Buffet dinner, the NEPA Miners Awards Ceremony, Guest Speaker, the first inductees into the NEPA Miners Hall of Fame and fantastic items offered for a live silent auction. The Miners guest speaker is Dave Pacella, a ...Read More
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Wednesday December 1, 2010
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An NFL Player's Perspective - How to Make It to the Next Level of Play It was August 2003 and my team at the time, the Pittsburgh Steelers, was holding the first live scrimmage for training camp. As a rookie in the NFL I had practiced a number of times with the team, but this was the first time I was going to suit it up for a "full contact and tackle goal line scrimmage". ...Read More
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Tuesday November 23, 2010
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The NEPA Miners Football and Entertainment Team love Thursday nights! Most Thursday nights 9pm on NBC primetime television you can find the NEPA Miners mini football helmet or their helmet decal on the set of the NBC hit television show, “The Office”. The Office is about the lives of office workers at the Dunder Miffilin paper supply company in Scranton, Pennsylvania. On the set the Miners helmet sits on some sort of troll on the ...Read More
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Friday November 5, 2010
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NEPA Miners Recruiting for 2011 Football Season Miners set dates for season five tryouts. Scranton, PA, November 5, 2010: The NEPA Miners have started recruiting for their Fifth Anniversary football season. Tryout and Combine dates have been set for Saturday March 19th and April 16th from 11:30am-2pm at the Riverfront Sports Complex in Scranton, Pennsylvania. A team information meeting with tryout details and season updates will be held in February at the Scranton Hilton for ...Read More
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Wednesday October 27, 2010
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NEPA recruiting coaches, Players, Board Members and Sponsors Scranton, PA, October 27, 2010: Spread the word, The North East PA Miners football team is recruiting Volunteer Coaches for the 2011 football season. Team practices are held 6:30pm Tuesday and Thursday in Scranton starting in May and run until the end of the season in October. Film sessions are held Mondays in season at the Scranton Hilton, also at 6:30pm. All home games are ...Read More
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Tuesday October 26, 2010
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One of the greatest moments in Seth Franco's life came not on a basketball court, but in a hospital delivery room. The former Harlem Globetrotter told an audience of Scranton High School students Monday it doesn't matter to his daughter, now 4, how good he is with a basketball. "She cares about what type of person I am on the inside," Mr. Franco said. "You know what, guys? You have to think about things like ...Read More
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Thursday October 21, 2010
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Miners Football and FCA deliver One Way 2 Play Program Scranton, PA, October 21, 2010: The NEPA Miners have provided four years of excellent football; Monday October 25th, 2010 the NEPA Miners will score their biggest Touchdown to date! The Miners will bring the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) One Way 2 Play (OW2P) program to Scranton High School 9:30AM and to West Scranton High School 2:10PM. The OW2P program will feature ...Read More
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Monday October 18, 2010
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Miners Offseason Watch List Scranton, PA, October 18, 2010: The NEPA Miners football team has made steady improvements each season, raising the standards with other top flight Semi-Professional football organizations on the East Coast to take Semi-Pro football to the next level; while also bringing back the tradition to the Scranton Wilkes-Barre area. The Miners continue to set a high standard balancing business and football in their quest to be the premier team ...Read More
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Thursday October 14, 2010
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Big Expectations for NEPA Miners 5th Anniversary Season Scranton, PA, October 14, 2010: The NEPA Miners did not finish the 2010 football season like they anticipated but the 2011 season looks very promising. The Miners season ended with a defeat to the North East Eagles in a game that was closer than the 27-10 score indicated. The Miners trailed 15-10 in the fourth quarter with the ball inside the five yard line but ...Read More
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Wednesday October 6, 2010
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NEPA Miners prepare for clash against rival Eagles Scranton, PA, October 6, 2010: The NEPA Miners and Endless Mountain Security will give away a Big Screen Television and are letting in youth football members for Free who wear their uniform this Sunday Afternoon! Our home town semi-professional football team will conclude the 2010 regular season at Scranton Memorial Stadium, Sunday 3PM to take on the North East Eagles. The Miners (5-5) are ...Read More
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Tuesday September 28, 2010
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NEPA Miners return home versus Giants and Eagles Scranton, PA, September 28, 2010: The NEPA Miners and Endless Mountain Security are giving away a Big Screen Television and are letting in youth football members who wear the uniform for Free this Saturday night! Our home town semi-professional football team will return to Scranton Memorial Stadium Saturday 7PM to take on the North West Giants before playing their final regular season home game the ...Read More
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Tuesday September 21, 2010
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The NEPA Miners 2010 season has been a nail biter since opening night versus the Schuylkill County Coal Crackers. The Miners opened the season with a game winning touchdown with four seconds left and have played in many thrillers including this past weekend. The good thing is the fans have seen many exciting Miners games, the bad is three losses have been by a touchdown or less endangering the teams run to the playoffs. The ...Read More
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Tuesday September 14, 2010
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NEPA Miners begin a two game road trip Scranton, PA, September 14, 2010: The NEPA Miners experienced early season growing pains but the young roster is maturing to the tune of three straight victories. The Miners defeated the Westchester Packers 41-12 last weekend at Scranton Memorial Stadium led by defensive back Anthony Bodtman and his four interceptions with one being returned for a touchdown. Quarterback Justin Piontkowski paced the Offense with a touchdown ...Read More
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Friday September 10, 2010
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NEPA Miners seek third straight win Saturday Night! Scranton, PA, September 10, 2010: The NEPA Miners are on a mission to return to the playoffs having been there in two of the teams first three seasons. Both of those playoff seasons were under current Miners Head Coach Dan LaMagna who expects his team to return this season. After a slow start including two losses despite scoring 27 points, the Miners are in the ...Read More
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Tuesday September 7, 2010
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By Mark Coons (Staff Writer) Published: September 6, 2010 Trying to build a brand in the local sports market. It's seems that it would be easy for team such as the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees and Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins to gain quick name recognition. These teams are affiliated with major league sports franchises. It wouldn't be a surprise to go to PNC Field or the Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza and see a player perform there one ...Read More
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Wednesday September 1, 2010
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Justin Piontkowski tossed three first-half touchdowns to lead the Northeast Pennsylvania Miners to a 27-6 victory over the Westchester Steelers in a Big Northeast Football Federation battle Sunday at Tibbetts Brook Park in Yonkers, N.Y. The Miners opened the scoring in the first quarter when Piontkowski found Tyler Serbin with a 9-yard scoring strike to take a 7-0 lead. After Westchester closed to within 7-6, Piontkowski hit Davelle Byrd with a 45-yard touchdown pass in ...Read More
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Friday August 27, 2010
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NEPA Miners in search of Back to Back Wins Scranton, PA, August 27, 2010: Our home town NEPA Miners bounced back in impressive fashion last weekend with a 35-0 triumph over the North Philly Cowboys. The team will take their show on the road to Yonkers, New York Sunday to face the Westchester Steelers. The Miners are 2-3 overall (1-3 BNEFF) and are on the verge of placing themselves back in the playoff ...Read More
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Monday August 23, 2010
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The Northeast Pennsylvania Miners flexed their muscles early and often Sunday. The Miners scored on their first three possessions and took advantage of a pair of key plays from the defense and one from special teams in a 35-0 victory over the North Philly Cowboys in a Big Northeast Football Federation battle at Scranton Memorial Stadium. With the win, the local team snapped a three-game skid, improving to 1-3 in league play, 2-3 overall. NEPA ...Read More
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Thursday August 19, 2010
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Ronald McDonald House Day at the Stadium Scranton, PA, August 19, 2010: The NEPA Miners hosted a legendary Dallas Cowboy Erik Williams last weekend, this Sunday 3PM they look to take down the North Philly Cowboys and earn their first league victory. The Miners have dropped their last two home games to the New Jersey Wolves and South Jersey Vikings despite averaging 27 points per game. “We finally fixed our defense in the ...Read More
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Thursday August 12, 2010
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Miners, Cowboys and Vikings Weekend Oh My! Scranton, PA, August 12, 2010: The Big Cat is in town this weekend. Dallas Cowboys legend Erik Williams, a former four-time Pro Bowler and three-time Super Bowl Champion will be visiting the NEPA Miners this weekend for two big events. Miners co-owner and Head Coach Dan LaMagna will be introducing Mr. Williams and new team sponsor ACN Friday night at the Scranton Hilton, attendees must RSVP ...Read More
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Friday July 30, 2010
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Erik Williams an honorary guest of the NEPA Miners Scranton, PA, July 30, 2010: August is going to be a historic month for the North East PA Miners Semi-Professional Football Team. The Miners will have three excitement filled home games at Scranton Memorial Stadium August 7th, 14th and 22nd. The Miners will have action packed football, half time music concerts, the Miners Girls Entertainment Team, the new Miners Junior Dance Team, their first ...Read More
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The Long, Dark Winding Road of Charlie Wysocki, Former Maryland Star 7/29/2010 12:33 PM ET By David Steele Dozens of youngsters had shown up at an indoor sports complex in Wilkes-Barre, Pa., on a muggy June day to participate in the Fourth Charlie Wysocki Football Camp. The camp's namesake didn't take part in many of the activities, watching from the metal bleachers nearby, or a table during lunch break and, when the drills moved outdoors, ...Read More
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Tuesday July 27, 2010
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NEPA Miners seek road win versus defending Conference Champions Scranton, PA, July 27, 2010: In what is a very young football season as only two games have passed, the NEPA Miners are more motivated than ever to get back on to the Grid Iron. The Miners are 1-1 overall (0-1 BNEFF) having experienced the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat. Now it is up to them to decide what type of ...Read More
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Thursday July 22, 2010
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Miners on road for Big North East Football Federation Debut Scranton, PA, July 21, 2010: The North East PA (NEPA) Miners have won twenty three games in three seasons and have duplicated that success in the community but Miners owner Dan LaMagna says the 2010 NEPA Miners are taking minor league football in the North East to the next level starting this season. Not since the Scranton Eagles has a semi pro team ...Read More
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Wednesday July 14, 2010
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The 2010 Miners tasted the thrill of victory versus the Schulkill County Coal Crackers at home to kickoff the season giving the Miners a 1-0 record nationally but now have to get ready for their next challenge. The Miners will battle the Lehigh Valley Storm in their first road game of the 2010 season and make their professional debut in the Big North East Football Federation (BNEFF). The Miners having played in the NAFL and ...Read More
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Tuesday July 13, 2010
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The NEPA Miners season opener was one that will never be forgotten. Fans at Scranton Memorial Stadium were never allowed to relax in the fourth quarter as a night of family entertainment turned into the worlds largest roller coaster ride. The NEPA Miners came out strong with a 19-8 halftime lead led by two Justin Piontkowski touchdown passes, one to Tyler Serbin and another to Nate Bowden. The Coal Crackers would strike first in the ...Read More
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Tuesday July 6, 2010
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The NEPA Miners will defend the Coal Miners Trophy versus the Schuylkill County Coal Crackers Summer time football is about to heat up as the North East PA Miners will be defending the Coal Miners Trophy versus the Schuylkill County Coal Crackers Saturday Night July 10th, 7pm at Scranton Memorial Stadium. The Miners defeated the Coal Crackers 44-14 in their inaugural season and 14-6 thanks to a huge defensive stop in the final minutes two ...Read More
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Friday June 18, 2010
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Purchase your season game tickets now at the Miners online store or next week at the Mall at Steamtown Guest Services Desk! Also look out for the NEPA Miners Football Network on the Miners website, our first Gridiron Football Show will be live Monday 5:30pm from PJ's Pub in the Scranton Hilton to preview our 2010 football season at Scranton Memorial Stadium. More details coming soon! GO MINERS! Read More
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Tuesday June 8, 2010
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Scranton School Board Votes 8-0 in Favor of the Miners for first victory of the season! Scranton, PA, June 8, 2010: The North East PA Miners Semi-Professional Football Team is bringing back the long time tradition of Semi-Pro Football in Scranton and is returning home to Scranton Memorial Stadium. The Miners played part of their 2007 season, a complete 2008 season and one game in 2009 before switching to Carbondale’s Andrew J. Cerra ...Read More
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Friday June 4, 2010
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NEPA Miners Open Tryout Wednesday The NEPA Miners Semi-Professional Football team is heating up as the summer temperatures are rising and the first team scrimmage is approaching. The Miners have a new look in 2010 and one their fans will be excited about. Two off season tryouts and one camp later, the team will be holding one last open tryout to expand on the depth of the roster to give the team the manpower needed ...Read More
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Monday May 17, 2010
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Charlie Wysocki joined by Two Time Super Bowl Champion and former New York Giant Lee Rouson Scranton, PA, May 27, 2010: The North East PA (NEPA) Miners will hold their Fourth Annual NEPA Miners Charlie Wysocki Camp presented by the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Saturday June 12th, 9:00AM Registration with Football Camp from 10-2:30PM. The camp will be held at the Wyoming Valley Sports Training Complex in Wilkes-Barre, the newest NEPA Miners ...Read More
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Tuesday May 4, 2010
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The North East PA (NEPA) Miners are set to open camp this week practicing Tuesday and Thursday 6:30pm at Penn State Worthington-Scranton Campus in Dunmore. Players need to arrive early for any team announcements and to start on time. The offseason has been a good one as the team has recruited a new nucleus of players and coaches entering the 2010 season in the Big North East Football Federation with their sights set on winning a league ...Read More
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Tuesday April 20, 2010
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The Miners are going Green and we encourage our fans to do so as well. From RePower America we’ve learned tips to chip in, clean up and repower, and we are spreading the word. With simple steps we are going Green. What can we do? Recycle! Recycling is the first step towards becoming environmentally friendly. The Miners will be sure to have recycling bins set up throughout the stadium on game day so make sure ...Read More
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Thursday April 15, 2010
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The North East PA (NEPA) Miners will hold their second and final tryout and combine Sunday MAY 2nd 12:30PM-4PM in new territory. (The tryout was moved from its original date due to weather) The Miners will be at Pleasant Valley High School recruiting talent in a different area while expanding their fan base. The Miners held a Scranton tryout in March and signed over 40 players for the 2010 season. There is a $30 tryout/registration fee, ...Read More
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Tuesday April 6, 2010
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The NEPA Miners are proud to announce our newest club. As we enter year four and continue to pride ourselves in giving back to the community and providing action packed entertainment on Saturday nights, we realize we can not do it without the the members who pour there hearts out for the love of the game. The Miners want to recognize the great efforts of our members and in 2010 we will introduce our first ...Read More
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Thursday April 1, 2010
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The NEPA Miners 2010 season is quickly approaching and our members are getting that itch that comes the same time every season. The only difference this season is something special is happening in the organization�s fourth season and the funny thing is it began last season. After a successful inaugural season in 2007 winning seven games and winning eight games in year two, the Miners had built the foundation for our areas newest Minor ...Read More
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Monday March 29, 2010
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After a few trials and errors, the final league logos were finalized. The logos were designed by Coach Chris Gallardo of the NE Eagles. "The league is very thankful for the outstanding work that Coach Chris did. The logos are a very important thing for a league and he designed both with great pride and beauty." said Mr. Alston. The logos will be placed on all teams’ web sites and official documents from the ...Read More
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Tuesday March 23, 2010
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The NEPA Miners held their first tryout and combine for the 2010 season and it was a huge success. New local talent and returning veterans from the area poured into the Riverfront Sports Complex to compete and tryout for the 2010 NEPA Miners. Forty-Six players attended the work out and Miners new Head Coach Bill Keesee was very pleased with the talent on hand. Athletic Trainers from the company FASST took the players through an active stretch, ...Read More
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Wednesday March 17, 2010
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Introducing 9 Player Signings Scranton, PA, March 20, 2010: The NEPA Miners Football organization joins FASST and the Beyond Sports Network to host their first football tryout and combine of the 2010 season Saturday, March 20, at the Riverfront Sports Complex in Scranton. Registration starts at 6:30 PM and tryouts are from 7-9 PM. There will be a $30 registration fee for new players trying out and $5 for returning and signed participants. The team ...Read More
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NEPA Miners join FASST and the Beyond Sports Network to host the NEPA Miners Tryout & Combine Saturday 6:30pm @ Riverfront Sports Complex in Scranton. The Miners are entering their fourth season of minor league football in the Greater Scranton area and are gearing up for their first season in the Big North East Football Federation. Players will compete in the 40 Yard Dash, Pro Shuttle, Standing Broad Jump and will be introduced to FASST ...Read More
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Friday March 12, 2010
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Collaborating with Hearts of Haiti Cause Scranton, PA, March 13, 2010 & Wilkes-Barre, PA, March 14, 2010: NEPA Miners Fans! Look out for the Miners in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade Weekend. This Saturday, in Scranton, we’ll be staging at 12:30 p.m. at the 500 block on Wyoming Avenue, between Vine and Olive Street, extending to the Human Services Center. Parade starts at 12 p.m. On Sunday, in Wilkes-Barre, we’ll be lining ...Read More
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Wednesday March 3, 2010
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The BNEFF moves its start dateHawthorne, NY March 2 2010: After interviewing 22 teams in its winter meetings the BNEFF has selected 15 new teams into the league to be added to the roster of 12 returning teams. The BNEFF welcomes following teams; from Pennsylvania the Chambersburg Cardinals, Central Penn Piranha, NEPA Miners; from New Jersey the NJ Lions, NJ Battle, NJ Stags, NJ Hitmen, Woodbridge Bulldogs, NJ Spartans NJ Wolves; from New York the ...Read More
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LACKAWANNA COLLEGE HOSTS FORMER NFL STAR TO SPEAK TO STUDENT-ATHLETES ABOUT PLAYING DRUG FREE SCRANTON - Lackawanna College, in conjunction with the Northeastern PA Chapter of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), will present former New York Giants star Lee Rouson, who will speak to student-athletes about playing drug free. The event will take place on March 8, 2010 at 3 p.m. at the Lackawanna College Student Union Gymnasium. Mr. Rouson spoke at the ...Read More
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Monday March 1, 2010
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Beyond Sports Network, FASST & Jump Motion Design Join the MinersThe NEPA Miners Football organization will be holding its first football tryout and combine of their 2010 season on Saturday March 20th, 6:30PM registration, and 7-9 tryouts at the Riverfront Sports Complex in Scranton. It will be a $30 registration fee for new players trying out and $5 for returning and signed participants. The team is bringing in a new nucleus of players and ...Read More
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GINO TROIANI Times Leader Correspondent OLYPHANT – The NEPA Miners, in conjunction with the NEPA Chapter of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, attracted more than 70 supporters at their third annual silent auction and award ceremony. NEPA Miners football president and owner Daniel LaMagna, right, chats with former N.Y. Giant Keith Elias, center, and former Wilkes-Barre football great Charlie Wysocki at the event. Paul Sotak, of Peckville, left, and Stephanie Morgan, of Moscow, look over ...Read More
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Tuesday February 16, 2010
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It's a new beginning for the Northeast Pennsylvania Miners. The local semiprofessional football team ushered in a new era Monday, announcing it hired Bill Keesee as the team's new head coach and that the organization has been accepted to play in the Big Northeast Football Federation. A native of Emory, Virginia, Keesee brings more than 12 years of coaching experience at the high school and collegiate levels. The 44-year-old will also serve as the team's ...Read More
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Thursday February 11, 2010
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From Bristol, Tennesee to Scranton, PA and it is not Lane Kiffin! Scranton, PA, February 11, 2010: On President’s Day, Monday February 15th, 12PM, the NEPA Miners will be holding a major Press conference, Center Court of The Mall at Steamtown kicking of the 2010 minor league football season and announcing some huge off season transactions. What should you expect to learn? The NEPA Miners will be introducing for the first time, their new ...Read More
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Monday February 1, 2010
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What an exciting time to be a fan or member of the NEPA Miners as we have never been busier. New ownership and a new board of directors are taking Minor League football in Pennsylvania to new heights! With that being said we have so much news to share. The Mall at Steamtown will be the host of a NEPA Miners Press Conference on President’s Day, Monday, February 15th 12pm, first floor Center Court to introduce the teams New Head ...Read More
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Monday January 25, 2010
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The NEPA Miners Girls Entertainment Team will be having their second tryout of the year Sunday, Fenruary 21st from 11am-2pm at a location to be announced this week. Interested girls only need to bring Work Out/Gym Attire, Sneakers and their A Game! The Miners Girls will perform at all NEPA Miners home games throughout the summer on Saturday nights and at various community and charity events. Interested applicants with more questions can contact our Entertainment Team Manager and ...Read More
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Sunday January 17, 2010
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After an impressive showing by Miners members Melissa Vaughn and Steve Lackey in the Quaker Steak XXX Atomic Hot Wing Challenge, the Miners staff will be super busy in the month of January preparing for the 2010 season. The Miners are preparing to announce some major league and division news this week that should excite our fans and members. Keep a close eye on web site updates in the upcoming weeks as more content and ...Read More
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Wednesday January 6, 2010
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Come out and support the NEPA Miners Friday January 15th, anytime between 4pm and 10pm at Quaker Steak & Lube. NEPA Miners management, cheerleaders and players will be on hand along with raffles and prize give aways! A coupon will be given to our fans to attach with your bill donating 10 percent of your check to the NEPA Miners Football and Entertainment teams. So join us for Happy Hour, dinner or an evening snack and we promise you a ...Read More
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Monday December 21, 2009
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The NEPA Miners are embarking on their fourth season of Semi-Professional football in North Eastern Pennsylvania. After three seasons, NEPA's hometown team has won twenty games making the playoffs twice and overcoming the tough times in our economy. The team has also endured one league change, three different stadiums and two different head coaches. The team's New Years resolution will be to find stable ground in 2010 and return to the league playoffs in their ...Read More
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Thursday December 10, 2009
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The NEPA Miners semi-professional football team has many announcements in the works for 2010, we will start with a special guest attending our NEPA Miners Gala Event Saturday, February 27th at the Regal Room in Olyphant. Former all-time leading rusher at the University of Princeton and New York Giant running back Keith Elias will join the NEPA Miners Silent Auction and Awards Banquet as our guest speaker. Keith is supporting the Miners in raising money ...Read More
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Sunday November 22, 2009
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NEPA Miners cheerleader Erin Moran, Senior Advisor TJ Finley and Board Member Melissa Vaughn represent the NEPA Miners at the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins 2nd Annual Sports Industry Career Fair. The NEPA Miners joined the SWB Yankees, Binghamton Mets, Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs, Reading Phillies and other sport organizations in offering opportunities for professionals in the sport management field. The Miners will be contacting potential Interns, Volunteers and Sales Associates to help expand operations next season. The ...Read More
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Wednesday October 21, 2009
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The NEPA Miners organization loves football but even more so their use of football as the driving force to give back to the community. The Miners have helped several organizations and community groups put smiles on the faces of our future and raise money for those in need. Most recently at the NEPA Miners August 8th home game was the kickoff event in the form of a clothing drive to help raise money for the Friendship House and their North East Regional ...Read More
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The NEPA Miners mini-football helmet has been a guest on several episodes of the NBC hit TV show The Office. Our fans need to look closely each week as our mini-helmet appears to be resting on some small green troll on Kevin's desk. You often see the helmet whenever their is action around Angela and Kevin's desk. The Office is based out of Scranton and airs on NBC every Thursday evening at 8PM. Who know's, ...Read More
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Sunday October 11, 2009
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The NEPA Miners have completed three seasons of semi-pro football in North Eastern Pennsylvania and are set to begin their off season. The team finished the season on a winning note hammering out two wins to complete a 5-5 2009 regular season. Our hometown Miners will look to carry that momentum into a productive off season. Despite the teams first season of not making the playoffs, the outlook is positive as the organization is assembling ...Read More
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Tuesday September 29, 2009
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Thanks to a pair of long touchdown runs by Damon Saxon, the Northeast Pennsylvania Miners completed their season on a high note, defeating the New Jersey Battle, 22-6, Saturday at Carbondale High School. Down 6-0 entering the second half, the local team took the lead at the 8:25 mark of the third quarter when Saxon scored on a 50-yard run. Andre Chollette ran in the 2-point conversion for an 8-6 advantage. Five minutes later, ...Read More
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Monday September 21, 2009
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The NEPA Miners (4-5) will host the New Jersey Battle (6-3) Saturday 7pm at Carbondale Area High School. It has been a transitional year for the Miners but team owner Dan LaMagna is proud of the players and many volunteers who have stuck together through the challenging times and will be certain to build on that foundation of core players for a successful 2010 season. The New Jersey Battle is coming off a tough loss versus ...Read More
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NEPA Miners 19 Long Island Lions 7 At Hempstead, N.Y., quarterback Josh Cragle scored on a 5-yard run early in the fourth quarter to lead the Miners to a victory in Regional American Football League action. Lati Woodruff added an insurance score with a 5-yard run with 8 minutes to go in the game to complete the scoring. The Miners scored first when Willie Mims ran back the opening kickoff 80 yards for a 7-0 ...Read More
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Friday September 18, 2009
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Mental toughness training for Football By Jeremy Conn The following are topics / handouts coaches should discuss with their players. These are examples of mental toughness issues that too often are taken for granted. If you do not cover this with your teammates you will find your team hindered because of it. Dealing with Adversity[1] Adversity, it happens in life and in sports. Wherever, whenever, you need to do your best ...Read More
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Thursday September 17, 2009
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The NEPA Miners (3-5 RAFL 4-5 overall) are on the road again seeking to snap a three game losing streak, the longest in the teams brief three year history. Despite the tough times on the field, management believes there is an opportunity to finish strong this season starting with their game at hand versus the Long Island Lions (2-6). A few breaks this season and the team has 3 more wins as they lost two ...Read More
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Sunday September 13, 2009
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A shorthanded NEPA Miners battled to the final whistle on the road versus their division rival New Jersey Wolves. A strong defensive performance with defensive Touchdowns by Jamill Williams and DeSaun Sloan and a total team effort kept the game within reach only to fall short 26-13. Big plays by Roy Glenn, Willie Mims and gutsy play by the offense fell short as the Miners offense threw four interceptions and fumbled one time. A tough ...Read More
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Sunday August 30, 2009
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What a roller coaster of a night for our NEPA Miners. The NEPA Miners had a lot going for them off the field but could never get going on the grid iron. Mother nature cooperated to deliver a beautiful night for football as the Miners kicked off their clothing drive to raise funds for the Friendship House Autistic Center and had special guest Ryan Leckey from WNEP TV on hand to support the cause. The ...Read More
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Saturday August 29, 2009
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The NEPA Miners continue to establish themselves as our community's hometown team and have taken another step by going local with MYNEPA. The NEPA Miners are considered by some as this generation's version of the Scranton Eagles and keep reinventing themselves to give the best product to the community and their fans. We are proud to announce our new partnership with MYNEPA, a local internet marketing firm based in Plains. The NEPA Miners want to ...Read More
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Monday August 24, 2009
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How fast things can change in life and in football. Our NEPA Miners went from the driver’s seat with a 3-1 record to the passenger’s seat now at 3-3. Nothing winning can not fix as the Miners are set to face the defending and undefeated (6-0) league champion Brooklyn Mariner’s Saturday at Carbondale Area High School with a 7PM kickoff. Our fans are in for a treat as they will get championship football, Ryan Leckey ...Read More
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