HARRISBURG – On Saturday, the well-established warriors from the Inner Harbor will make a drive approximately two hours North to take on one of their biggest rivals, the Harrisburg Stampede.  With the Baltimore Mariners bringing their high-powered offense to the Farm Show Arena, it is sure to be a grueling battle for Interstate 83 from the opening kickoff at 7:30 pm.  Tickets are still available and start as low as $10 for groups and can be purchased on game day starting at 2 pm at the box office of the Farm Show Arena.

Coach Ramon Robinson of the Stampede said, “Blood boils when you bring guys from this close to play against each other.  Some of these guys are former players, friends and teammates, but it won’t matter as soon as the teams suit up for this war in the trenches on Saturday.” 

Harrisburg looks to build around its defense, which was second in the league last year, with some new looks under center.  By adding key pieces to a solid team that was in most games last season, Harrisburg looks to push for one of the possible playoff spots as it kicks off its second season.

However, Baltimore comes into this game with a chip on their shoulder, as they dropped a close game at the ‘Show last season.  John Morris, owner of the Stampede, stated, “This game really shows off the interstate rivalry providing a great atmosphere for fans of all ages.  Baltimore always brings up their crazy fans, the Mariner Maniacs, and it really shows off how important this game is to both teams, let alone as the season opener for both teams.”

After the kickoff, friendships will be put aside and each player will fight for the not only their team, but the city and area that they represent.  Many new faces will take the field from each team as this rivalry brews once again.  Some players have local ties to the area; some even from outside of Baltimore, meaning that talent will be showcased on both a personal and professional level.

The Harrisburg Stampede are members of the American Indoor Football Association in the East Conference.  Founded in 2008, the Stampede play their home games at the Pennsylvania State Farm Show Area.  Currently the AIFA is comprised of 13 teams spanning across the nation.  The mission of the American Indoor Football Association is to provide fast paced, fan-friendly professional football at affordable prices.