January 8, 2009 - The Omaha Beef and Iowa Blackhawks will be hosting an open tryout Saturday, January 24th and Sunday, January 25th at the Mid-America Center. The Mid-America Center is located at One Arena Way in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

On both days, player registration will be from noon-1pm with tryouts taking place from 1pm-4pm. Individuals can register the day of tryouts for $60. Pre-registration is $50 and can be done through www.beeffootball.com. Just download the registration form and mail check or credit card info to:
Omaha Beef Football
1804 Capitol Avenue
Omaha, Nebraska 68102

All players involved will participate in various non-contact speed, agility, and strength drills. First day (1/24) drills will include 10 & 20 yard dash, shuttle run, vertical jump, and strength . The second day (1/25) will include 1-on-1 and 3-on-3 drills. No kickers will be needed this day.

Tryouts will be held indoors on turf, so only turf or running shoes should be worn. Please, no cleats. Appropriate attire for non-contact drills includes t-shirts, shorts, etc.

“The tryouts have always provided a good measuring stick for our veterans. It also provides the unique opportunity to find diamonds in the rough.” said Head Coach, James Kerwin.

If you have played college and/or professional football and you have a bio-other than what you provide on your registration form – or game film, please mail to the above address ATTN: James Kerwin.

The BEEF are celebrating their 10th year of Professional Indoor Football in Omaha, NE. Home games are played March through July. All home games start at 7:00pm at "The Slaughterhouse" - Omaha Civic Auditorium. The Beef are a member of the Indoor Football League, the premier indoor football league in America. The Omaha Beef are committed to making a positive difference in the Omaha area through football, fun and community service. For more information about the BEEF call (402) 346-BEEF (2333) or log on to www.BEEFFOOTBALL.com.