Boston Icestorm

The Boston Icestorm play in the Northern Division of the Battle Conference in the Association Football League. They play home games in The Snow Globe in Boston, Massachusetts. They are associated with a Mid Major team, the Lagos (Nigeria) Lions, and a Low Major team, the South Bay Irish.

History
The Boston Icestorm are a fairly new franchise, joining the ASFL as an expansion team in 2011. Originally based in Portland, Maine, the team was named for the the harsh snowstorms that always accompany Maine winters. However, after a dismal 2-18 opening season, the team quickly lost fan support and average attendance dipped below 20,000.

After two more losing seasons, ownership was forced to sell the team in December 2013 to Boston businessman Howard Owens. Immediately, a new stadium was built and dubbed "The Snow Globe" because of its trademark round glass dome. Owens then cleaned house in the front office, hiring a new GM, a new head coach, and even replacing the old logo with a new one that highlights Boston's rich historical tradition.

In addition to the Icestorm, Owens bought full control of a Mid Major team, the Lagos Lyons. Based in Nigeria, the Lions have scouts all over the African continent looking for the best athletes they can find. Because many of these players have never even heard of American football before, the Lions have a very simple playbook, and they are consistently beaten by more experienced American teams. To complete his organization, Howard Owens founded a Low Major team in southern Boston. The South Bay Irish began play earlier this year, and they have already had 3 players promoted to the Icestorm.

The Team
Boston is coached by first-time head coach Kyle French, who is famous for his "Ammo" spread offense and his "Hammer" defense that he developed as offensive then defensive coordinator of Boston University. The team is coming off an 8-12 season and is looking for their first playoff appearance. The roster is spearheaded by an elite offensive line and defensive front, but lacks the playmakers on offense needed to run the fast-paced offensive scheme French is known for. (R)-Rookie    (S)-Former South Bay Irish   (L)-Former Lagos Lion

2014 Season:

Week 1:Indiana 17, Boston 13 L

Week 2: Boston 35, Los Angeles 13 W