Alternative Football Network

AFN Interview Series: Featuring Ben Stevens

The following is a description of Episode #11 of the AFN Interview Series: Matthew meets with wide receiver Ben Stevens! Ben played last season for the Mexico City Mexicas of the LFA. He recently accepted a camp invite to the San Antonio Caballeros of the IFA(International Football Alliance). Introductions: Matthew and Ben *Ben Interview: -Background: Tell us more about you -When/how did your love of football begin? -How was your experience playing in the LFA? -What are some of the challenges of playing in Mexico? -Tell us more about signing with the IFA for the 2025 season -How do you define success in your sport? -Future plans or things to watch for Closing: Ben and Matthew https://muknights.com/sports/football/roster/ben-stevens/9565 https://mexicaslfa.com/ https://www.ifa.football/ Thanks for listening! Please like, share and follow for more AFN live interviews! Opening Theme for Episode: Cushy - “Pro” Closing Theme for Episode: Nbhd Nick - “Go Hard or Go Home” Guest: Ben Stevens Twitter/X: https://x.com/Ben_stevens_84 Creator/Host: Matthew Tyler Website: https://alternativefootballnetwork.com Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/TheOfficialAFN YouTube: https://www.youtube.comAlternative Football NetworkAlternative Football Network IG: https://www.instagram.com/alternativefootballnetwork/ Presented by https://alternativefootballnetwork.com/ Produced by Tyler Digital Media Productions LLC and Matthew Tyler Special thanks to The Gridiron Crew Thanks to UFLBoard Recorded on 08/27/24 #AFN | #LFA | #IFA

Did you think the 2024 UFL College Draft was good publicity? Writers Anthony Miller and Greg Parks weigh-in. #UFL | #XFL | #USFL | #AFN

Anthony Miller shares his thoughts on the Arlington Renegades first round pickup of Quarterback John Rhys Plumlee in the UFL College Draft. #UFL | #AFN | #XFL

Is the UFL to NFL route best for long term success of the league? Let us know what you think below. #UFL | #XFL | #USFL | #NFL | #AFN

Ken Crippen

The following is a description of Episode #10 of the AFN Interview Series: Welcoming Football Professional Kenneth Crippen to the show live! Kenneth is the Founder and Lead Instructor at football-learning-academy.com. Ken also has been researching and writing about pro football history for over 30 years. He was in a leadership position within the Professional Football Researchers Association for 15 years. Over his career, he has published two books, was the managing editor of two books, and was a contributor to two books. He has written hundreds of articles for sites such as SI.com, National Football Post, Cold Hard Football Facts, among others. Join us live as we discuss his impressive career and more! Introductions: Matthew and Kenneth *Kenneth Interview: -Background -Tell us more about the Dick Connor Writing Award and the Ralph Hay Award -Describe your mission and goals with FLA. -Benefits of someone enrolling in the Academy -How retired athletes benefit from https://www.football-learning-academy.com/ -Tell us more about your podcast and some of the notable athletes/football figures you have interviewed. -What is the Sports History Network? -What is the Professional Football Researchers Association? -What do you think of the UFL or Spring Football? -Upcoming Projects Thanks for listening! Please like, share and follow for more AFN live interviews! Opening Theme for Episode: Cushy - “Pro” Closing Theme for Episode: Nbhd Nick - “Go Hard or Go Home” Guest: Kenneth Crippen Twitter/X: https://x.com/FootballLearn1 Twitter/X: https://x.com/KenCrippen Facebook: Ken Crippen YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@footballlearningacademy Website: https://www.football-learning-academy.com/ Podcast: https://football-learning-academy.sportshistorynetwork.com/ Website: https://www.profootballresearchers.com/ Website: https://sportshistorynetwork.com/ Website: https://kencrippen.com/ Creator/Host: Matthew Tyler Website: https://alternativefootballnetwork.com T

AFN Interview Series: Featuring Anthony Carter

The following is a description of Episode #9 of the AFN Interview Series: Arena Insider, Anthony Carter, returns to the show live to discuss his upcoming 4 part series “The Turbulent Revival of the Arena Football League". The series will recap the return of the Arena Football League, teams suddenly shutting down, lack of funding, change in leadership and how new owners are managing through what could be a miraculous save of one the world’s most historic indoor football leagues. Viewers can expect new details and footage about issues that occurred this season and unreleased interviews from league officials and individuals that covered the league for decades. Part one of the series will premiere following the conclusion of Arena Bowl 33 on July 19, 2024 Introductions: Matthew and Anthony *Anthony Interview: -Checking in, How are things your way? -Rumors Regarding ArenaBowl 33, What is true/false so far? -Summarize the Arena Football League season for someone who is not familiar -How would you grade the league overall and why? -Describe your upcoming series, “The Turbulent Revival of the Arena Football League” (Premiering after the ArenaBowl 33 July 19th, 2024) -Are you solo in this project? -Future Plans or Upcoming Projects Closing: Anthony and Matthew Thanks for listening! Please like, share and follow for more AFN live interviews! Opening Theme for Episode: Cushy - “Pro” Closing Theme for Episode: Nbhd Nick - “Go Hard or Go Home” Zack Bugg Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1GI_zxT0abk Guest: Anthony Carter Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/acarter_TV Twitter/X: https://x.com/arenainsider Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arenainsider YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@arenainsider Website: https://arenainsider.com/ Website: https://thexonemedia.com/ Creator/Host: Matthew Tyler Website: https://alternativefootballnetwork.com Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/TheOfficialAFN YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlternativeFootballNetw

The Birmingham Stallions took down the San Antonio Brahmas 25-0 in the 2024 #UFL Championship. The game was disappointing but successful with 27,396 in attendance (Tickets Sold) and 1.596 million average TV viewers on FOX. #AFN | #UFL2024

UFL = League of Opportunity Watch for players to be signed daily to NFL teams. The real question is who will make the final cut? #UFL | #AFN

Big props to alt media for representing at the #UFL Championship! There are some truly fantastic individuals in this space. Thank you all for your contributions and work this season! #AFN

"The UFL averaged 850,000 viewers over its 40 regular-season telecasts this season across Fox, ABC, ESPN, ESPN2 and FS1, and viewership grew in the last week of the regular season and each postseason week. Broadcast networks pulled in higher viewership, averaging 945,000, and the cable networks saw 630,000 average viewers. Those numbers are 34% higher than predecessor leagues USFL’s and XFL’s average viewership of 635,000 all last season. The championship on Fox drew the highest viewership this year with 1.596 million viewers." -Mollie Cahillane and Ben Fischer #UFL | #AFN

Michigan Panthers Jake Bates warming up for the game winner. #UFL | #AFN

Pregame views from Birmingham Stallions territory. #UFL | #AFN

The Houston Roughnecks went 1-9 for the #UFL 2024 season. With the loss to 2-8 Memphis, they are officially the worst team in the league. Is there hope for next season? Cullen Watkins weighs in. #AFN | #USFL

#UFL Week 10: Arlington Renegades 32, D.C. Defenders 31 The Renegades finish 3-7 for the 2024 season. The D.C. Defenders finished at 4-6. #AFN

Are the San Antonio Brahmas ready for a rematch against the St. Louis Battlehawks in the Battledome? The winner takes home the #XFL Conference Championship and earns their spot in the #UFL Championship game on June 16th, 2024. #AFN | #UFL2024

#UFL Week 10: Michigan Panthers 19, Birmingham Stallions 20 #USFL | #AFN

Vyncint Smith slips away for a Defenders touchdown in the 31-32 loss to Arlington. 📸: @visualalignment on IG #UFL | #AFN

Jordan Ta'amu to Brandon Smith for the Touchdown! 📸: @visualalignment #UFL | #AFN

#UFL Week 9: Birmingham Stallions 9, San Antonio Brahmas 18 Big test ahead for the Brahmas in Week 10 as they head to St. Louis to play the Battlehawks for home field playoff advantage in Week 11. #XFL | #USFL | #AFN

#UFL Week 9: D.C. Defenders 36, Memphis Showboats 21 #XFL | #USFL | #AFN