1983 Arizona Wranglers Team Stats
1983 Arizona Wranglers Season Recap
Title: Wranglers Weather the Storm: A Season of Grit and Growth
By Javier Morales, Arizona Sports Chronicle
In the heart of the Arizona desert, where the sun blazes and the spirit of football burns bright, the Arizona Wranglers embarked on their inaugural journey in the 1983 USFL season. As the dust settles on this season of highs and lows, victories and challenges, let’s reflect on the saga of the Wranglers.
Building the Foundation:
The journey began with the promise of a new era. Young talent, like sparks in the night sky, illuminated the preseason. My earlier coverage delved into the rising stars, offering a glimpse into the potential that lay within the Wranglers’ roster. The camaraderie was palpable, the determination evident in every practice session.
Strategies Unveiled:
In an exclusive interview with Head Coach Doug Shively, we explored the strategies and visions that would shape the Wranglers’ approach to the season. The playbook unfolded, revealing a mix of experience and youthful exuberance aimed at making a mark in the USFL. The excitement was contagious, leaving fans eager for the first kick-off.
Triumphs and Challenges:
The season witnessed thrilling victories that echoed through the canyons of Arizona. The triumph against the Los Angeles Express and the hard-fought battle with the Michigan Panthers stand out as testaments to the team’s resilience. Yet, the journey was not without challenges. A rollercoaster of highs and lows tested the mettle of the Wranglers, forging a team that refused to back down.
Morales’ Corner:
In my weekly column, “Morales’ Corner,” I aimed to provide fans with a backstage pass to the Wranglers’ world. Anecdotes, player profiles, and insider information brought the team closer to the hearts of its supporters. The column became a shared space where the passion of the fans met the dedication of the players.
The Final Whistle:
As the final whistle blew, echoing across the vast Arizona landscape, the Wranglers stood tall, weathered but unbroken. This season wasn’t just about wins and losses; it was a journey of growth, resilience, and the forging of a bond that extends beyond the field.
As we close this chapter, the Arizona Wranglers look ahead, knowing that the challenges of today are the victories of tomorrow. The desert winds carry whispers of promise, and in the hearts of Wranglers’ fans, the flame of anticipation burns brighter than ever.
The saga continues, and I, Javier Morales, will be here to weave the stories that connect the Arizona Wranglers with the passionate souls who call this desert home.
1983 Arizona Wranglers Roster
1983 Arizona Wranglers Roster
Coach: Doug Shivley
Quarterbacks
- QB Risher,Alan
- QB Manucci,Dan
- QB Krueger,Todd
Skill Players
- RB Murray,Calvin
- RB Howell,Steve
- RB Clark,Darryl
- RB Bledsoe,Curtis
- RB Blue,Harold
- RB Banks,Doug
- WR Flowers,Jackie
- WR Balholm,Neil
- WR Smith,Mike
- WR Magee,Keith
- WR Henry,Wally
- WR Ryckman,Billy
- WR Redd,Verlon
- WR eston,Ed
- TE Keel,Mark
- TE Denfeld,Phil
- TE McKale,Bill
- TE Hirn,Mike
Lineman
- C McCormick,Glenn
- C Otey,Dave
- G Kalil,Frank
- G Mueske,Daryl
- G Prince,Chris
- G Carnes,Tom
- G Whited,Mike
- T Falcon,Terry
- T Stroth,Vince
- T Mason,Mike
- G T Kiewel,Jeff
Defense
- DT Nelson,Bob
- DT Fisher,Robin
- DT Campbell,Todd
- DE Clark,Calvin
- DE Cattage,Ray
- DE Purifoy,Bill
- DL Peters,Joel
- DL Jostes,Randy
- DL Morgan,Mike
- ILB Apuna,Ben
- ILB Perkins,Glenn
- ILB Looney,James
- ILB Rivera,Jimmy
- ILB Thomas,Ron
- ILB Wilkins,Joe
- OLB Norris,Sam
- OLB Kimmel,Jon
- OLB Jackson,Fernando
- OLB Tarver,Marcus
- OLB Fowler,Reggie
- LB McCoy,Larry
- LB Strandberg,Al
- LB Lindsey,Otis
- CB Walker,Eddie
- CB Hall,Hollis
- CB Larry,Admiral
- CB Wilson,Kirk
- CB Wilson,Lee
- CB Jones,Lyndell
- CB Harris,Ronnie
- CB Preston,Ed
- S Wilcox,Tommy
- S Mitchell,Aaron
- S Redd,Verlon
- S Neely,Tom
- S Eppes,Roy
- S Boone,Jamie
Special Teams
- K P Asmus,Jim
- P Mees,Mike