COMETS NEWS & EVENTS

Comets Website to Have Game Day Updates During the National Championship

July 27, 2010 Columbus, OH -- Watch the website as the Comets progress in the Women’s Football Alliance (WFA) National Championship Game on Saturday, July 31 versus the Lone Star Mustangs.

“There are a lot of fans who cannot make the journey to Las Vegas and will be wondering what is going on Saturday night. Our fan base is very loyal and we made a decision to try to keep them up-to-date on the game. Therefore, we have made arrangements with the webmaster to get the scores to him at the end of each quarter and get them posted on our website as soon as possible,” said Head Coach Hank Patterson. “We are appreciative of Nickey Media working with us to avail our fans this opportunity. So barring any technology difficulties we hope to keep all informed of the score as soon as possible after each quarter,” he continued.

The Comets continue preparation this week for the National Championship Game. The Comets will be in Las Vegas on Friday to finalize the game preparations. Both the Comets website and the Women’s Football Alliance site have more information on the game.

Lone Star Mustangs Informational Notes for Comets Fans

July 23, 2010 Columbus, OH -- As the Comets ready for the July 31 Women's Football Alliance (WFA) National Championship game against the Lone Star Mustangs fans have been wondering about the team. Head Coach Hank Patterson said "The Mustangs are in the National Championship game having played well all season to reach the finals. They deserve our highest amount of respect and this is a great team we will be facing off against. Defense and offensively they have the package in place. They came out of a hard conference."

A review of the WFA website brings the following information for the Comet fans:

• The Mustangs placed 10 members on the WFA All American team.
• The Mustangs scored 208 points in the regular season for an average of 44 points per game.
• Defensively Mustang opponents scored 36 points. Four games were defensive shut outs.
• In the three playoff games preceding the National Championship the Mustangs combined for a 76 to 40 point ratio.
• The Mustangs bring a 10-0 record to the National Championship.
• The Mustangs have three women as assistant coaches.
• Brittany Bushman, QB (#8), has a QB rating of 117.7. She has attempted 78 passes and completed 43 for an average of 18.2 yards per catch and nine touchdowns.

Odessa Jenkins, RB (#3) and Brittany Satterwhite, RB (# 5) carry the offensive rushing load. Jenkins has amassed 731 rushing yards on 62 carries and has eight touchdowns. Satterwhite has 478 rushing yards and averages 8.5 yards per carry. She has found the end zone seven times. Melissa Beach, WR (#86) leads the receiving corps with 13 receptions and averages 20.6 yards per catch. Jennifer Hull (#4) leads the defensive unit with 54 tackles. DJ Gay (# 80) comes in as the Mustang sack master with three sacks. Information for Comet fans regarding the championship game can be found on the WFA home page (www.wfafootball.com).

Comets Advance to Women's Football Alliance National Championship Game

Columbus, OH -- Playoff round three on Saturday, July 17 held at the Columbus Comets home field was a game between two undefeated teams. The winner of the contest would be the Women's Football Alliance (WFA) National Conference Champion and move to the National Championship Game on July 31, in Las Vegas.

Pack your bags Comet fans as the final score was 21-14 with the Comets defeating WFA 2009 National Champion the St. Louis Slam. With the victory the Comets will take on the American Conference Champion.

Information for Comet fans regarding the championship game can be found on the WFA home page (www.wfafootball.com). The Comets began the game with early scores, strong offensive play and a solid defensive effort. "This was a great game between two undefeated teams and I am proud of our team for coming out on top," said Head Coach Hank Patterson. "Our three units came ready to play and we had hard play and great effort by the players," he continued. "Our focus will be to get ready to go to Las Vegas, work hard in practice to prepare and bring the National Championship back to Columbus."

The Comets practice on upcoming Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:00 p.m. at the Huffaker Sports Complex. With this latest win the Comets are on a ten game winning streak of both regular and post season play. Information for Comet fans regarding the championship game can be found on the WFA home page (www.wfafootball.com).

Columbus Comets Win to Advance to Round Three of Women's Football Alliance Playoffs

July 13, 2010 Columbus, OH -- Following a stirring National Anthem by Columbus Comets player Shannon MacGregor the second round playoff game for the Columbus Comets kicked off. In a second consecutive home playoff game on Saturday, July 10 the Comets and National Conference, Region I, North East Division Champions Philadelphia Liberty Belles each put their 2010 undefeated record on the line.

At the end of four quarters the Comets were the only team with a home week two playoff game to advance to the third round of the Women's Football Alliance (WFA) playoffs. The Comets defeated the Liberty Belles by a score of 36 to 7.

The victory sets the stage for the WFA Semi-Final Game on Saturday, July 17 at the Comets home field. With a kick-off time of 7:00 p.m. the Comets will take on Saint Louis Slam. The Slam advanced having traveled to Jacksonville on July 10. The Slam defeated the Jacksonville Dixie Blues by a score of 52-36. The winner of the July 17 Comets-Slam contest will advance to the 2010 WFA National Championship Game. The National Championship Game will be played on July 31 in Las Vegas.

In his post-game comments Head Coach Hank Patterson said "This game was extremely hard fought by both teams. The Liberty Belles gave great effort and are a well coached team." He continued saying "The on field work given tonight by the Comets was at the level we needed to have to advance to the next game. We hope to continue the plans and show the Columbus fans a good game week next and win the next game. It will be another great team full of great players coming to Columbus on July 17."

Assistant Coach Dave Snider noted that "the largest crowd of the season was not only great to see but made us more dedicated to getting the job done against the Liberty Belles. I know that Coach Patterson has stressed this but this next game is going to be one between two superb teams and we need to continue our focus for the next game in the coming week." The Comets practice on upcoming Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m. at the Huffaker Sports Complex.

With this latest win the Comets are on a nine game winning streak of both regular and post season play. Tickets will be available at the ticket gate at Huffaker Sports Complex, Grove City.

Former Players Watch Playoff Victory

Columbus, OH -- The 2010 Columbus Comets football team defeated the visiting Philadelphia Liberty Belles by a score of 36-7 on Saturday, July 10. In this second round Women's Football Alliance (WFA) playoff game the largest crowd for the season came along for the victory ride.

"The support of the Columbus community tonight was very much appreciated", said Head Coach Hank Patterson. "The crowd was instrumental in the victory and the players got energy from them." The stands were full of past Comet and Columbus Flames (the precursor team to the Comets) players who came to watch the game and support the 2010 team. Some of the former players noted in attendance were: Maribeth Bentler, Bernice Wood, Jennifer Hutchinson, Kimberly Hughes, Lindsey Eckles, Denese Martin, Sally Williams.

“We can't thank them enough for coming to today's game and supporting us. We try to play hard each down for our fans in Columbus and certainly recognize each Comet/Flame alumnae contributions to where we are this season. These players established a high bar for the Comets to strive towards, Coach Patterson stated. "Some of them looked like they were fit and ready to put on gear and get back into the game tonight, he noted."

The Comets take on the Saint Louis Slam in the WFA Semi-Final Round Game on Saturday, July 17. Kick-off is at 7:00 p.m. The winner of the game will advance to the WFA National Championship in Las Vegas on Saturday, July 31. Both teams enter the game undefeated in 2010. Tickets will be available the ticket booth at Huffaker Sports Complex, Grove City.

2010 WFA All-American Selections

Columbus, OH -- Nine Comets are among the 2010 WFA All-American selection:

1st TEAM ALL-AMERICAN
1. CRYSTAL DAVIS, QB
2. AYESHA JONES, WR
3. KIMBERLY KLESSE, TE
4. LORRAIN HARRIS, OT
5. LINDSAY RICE, LB
6. DEE SHERWIN, SS

2ND TEAM ALL-AMERICAN
1. BREEANNE MARTIN, RB
2. STEPHANIE STEVENS, FB
3. ERIKA ENGLUND, WR

Columbus Comets Under New Ownership

March 14, 2010 Columbus, OH -- Hank Patterson of Columbus, OH and Lori Davis of Dallas, TX have completed initial negotiations for transferring controlling interest in the Columbus Comets women?s football team from Davis, an original owner of the 7 year old franchise.

Patterson will serve as the head coach, managing partner and CEO of the Columbus Comets. "Together, Ms. Davis and I have worked since the end of the 2009 season to attain this agreement for the Comets players and the City of Columbus," Patterson said in a statement. "It has been a deal which places the Comets in a stronger business position for the future and insures that central Ohio has a women's football franchise in the city." Continue

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