Post by tim2gehr on Jun 16, 2011 16:59:45 GMT -5
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FORT MYERS, FL - Michael Taylor and Andrew Haines are pleased to announce the acquisition of the Ultimate Indoor Football League by Assured Equities IV.Assured Equities takes over control of the UIFL effective June 15, 2011. As part of the acquisition UIFL Co-Founder Andrew Haines will remain as League President and a member of the Board of Directors, UIFL Co-Founder Michael Taylor will continue as a consultant and a member of the Board of Directors for Assured Equities.
“Michael and Andrew have done a great job launching the UIFL. The league’s business model is the best I’ve seen and we look forward to growing the league smart, and with a similar vision to what Michael and Andrew have established.” Said Rodney Day Vice President of Acquisitions for Assured Equities
“The acquisition will allow Andrew and I to focus on our other business interests, including our UIFL team the Florida Tarpons. We look forward to working with Assured Equities in continuing our vision of the UIFL for long term success.” Stated UIFL Co-Founder Michael Taylor
Under the leadership of Michael Taylor and Andrew Haines the UIFL exhibited success both on the field and in the front office. The UIFL played all scheduled games, all teams completed the season, no replacement teams were used. This acquisition will position the UIFL for future growth and success.
“I’m excited about the success we had in the 2011 season, and look forward to continuing the success of the UIFL in my role as League President. It was important for Michael and I that the new ownership of the UIFL share a similar vision. I truly feel that the UIFL has the best business model in all of indoor and arena football.” Said UIFL Co-Founder Andrew Haines
For more information about the Ultimate Indoor Football League visit the league website at www.theuifl.com or call 877-500-UIFL (8435). The UIFL recently finished the 2011 season with all six original teams – Canton, OH, Johnstown, PA, Huntington, WV, Pikeville, KY, Highland Heights, KY, and Saginaw MI. The UIFL will grow into a 12-16 team league for the 2012 season and will play with 2 divisions (Northern and Southern). The 2012 season is expected to be announced in October.