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Continental Uniformity: Two Rulebooks, One Game

Mike Lathrop @mikelathrop.bsky.social · 4d

UPCOMING:

On the newest episode of #Player54 I welcome Washington Wolfpack kicker Evan Byrd to discuss his football journey & more!

Be sure to tune in on November 1st.

#AF1 #ArenaFootballOne #ArenaFootball

Mike Lathrop @mikelathrop.bsky.social · 6d

NEWS:

Continental Football League’s Texas Syndicate announce James Champagne as Defensive Coordinator.

Per Texas Syndicate Announcement

#CoFL #TexasSyndicateFootball #CoFL2026

Mike Lathrop @mikelathrop.bsky.social · 8d

The #CoFL has "The Continental Shift". This BOLD inclusion of American & Canadian rules in the same game is a #GameChanger

Experienced coaches are available to lead the #CoFL2026 return to the field. Here are my ideal candidates for the remaining #CoFL openings.
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Since the Continental Football League (COFL) announced their return to the field in2026, the league has consistently...

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Mike Lathrop @mikelathrop.bsky.social · 8d

The reintroduced Continental Football League & their "The Continental Shift" will be a #GameChanger

I'm interested to see how each of the #CoFL teams will approach building their coaching staffs & rosters. This isn't Grandpa's football league. Come #CoFL2026 Two Rulebooks, One Game!

Episode: 135 "The Return of the Toros"

Mike Lathrop @mikelathrop.bsky.social · 9d

Episode: 135 “The Return of the Toros”

This week I’m joined by San Antonio Toros president & co-owner Joshua Mair to discuss his team, Continental Football League and more!

#COFL #COFL2026 #ForgedInTradition
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Mike Lathrop @mikelathrop.bsky.social · 9d

UPCOMING:

On our newest episode I sit down with San Antonio Toros president & co-owner Joshua Mair to discuss his team, joining the Continental Football League & more!

Be sure to tune in on October 27th.

#COFL #COFL2026 #ForgedInTradition

Episode: 134 "PIFL: A Galaxy Near You"

Mike Lathrop @mikelathrop.bsky.social · 11d

NEWS:

COFL’s Texas Syndicate announce Tre Harbison as Offensive Coordinator.

Per Texas Syndicate Announcement

#COFL #TexasSyndicateFootball #COFL2026

Mike Lathrop @mikelathrop.bsky.social · 11d

Episode: 134 “PIFL: A Galaxy Near You”

This week I sit down with Kristopher Moss to discuss his Northeast Arkansas Galaxy, joining Professional Independent Football League & more!

#PIFL #PIFL2026 #Player54
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Mike Lathrop @mikelathrop.bsky.social · 11d

Mike Lathrop @mikelathrop.bsky.social · 11d

NEWS:

Championship Football Association announce Scranton Shockwave (Pennsylvania) as a member of its NorthEast Conference.

Per CFA Facebook Announcement

#CFA #CFA2026

Mike Lathrop @mikelathrop.bsky.social · 11d

NEWS:

Championship Football Association announce Board & Commissioners.

Per CFA Facebook Announcement

#CFA #CFA2026

Mike Lathrop @mikelathrop.bsky.social · 11d

NEWS:

Championship Football Association announce Midland Mustangs (Texas) as a member of its Big South: West Conference.

Per CFA Facebook Announcement

#CFA #CFA2026

Episode: 133 "Syndicate Have Their Man"

Mike Lathrop @mikelathrop.bsky.social · 11d

UPCOMING:

On our next #Player54 episode, I sit down with Northeast Arkansas Galaxy owner & general manager Kristopher Moss to discuss his team, joining Professional Independent Football League & more!

Be sure to tune in on October 25th.

#PIFL #PIFL2026

Mike Lathrop @mikelathrop.bsky.social · 13d

Latest episode of #Player54 is available!

Episode: 133 “Syndicate Have Their Man”

Texas Syndicate head coach Michael Coleman joins the show to discuss his role, mindset, Continental Football League & more!

#COFL #SummerFootball #ForgedInTradition
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Pirates Leaving Massachusetts After Seven Seasons - Massachusetts Pirates

Mike Lathrop @mikelathrop.bsky.social · 14d

Tomorrow my conversation with head coach Michael Coleman will be available. Join us as we discuss his journey, role with the Texas Syndicate, COFL & more!

#COFL #SummerFootball #ForgedInTradition

Mike Lathrop @mikelathrop.bsky.social · 17d

NEWS:

IFL’s Massachusetts Pirates announce team is leaving the state of Massachusetts. New market & venue details will be announced on a future date.

Per Massachusetts Pirates Announcement

#IFL #IFL2026 #IndoorFootball

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By: Mick Moninghoff

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Mike Lathrop @mikelathrop.bsky.social · 20d

NEWS:

Continental Football League’s Texas Syndicate announce Michael Coleman as their first Head Coach.

Per Texas Syndicate Announcement

#COFL #SummerFootball #ForgedInTradition

Mike Lathrop @mikelathrop.bsky.social · 20d

I’ve been approached by multiple outlets interested in adding my content, work & possible new collaborations to their platform. I’m grateful for my Pro Football Newsroom affiliation, however after some consideration, I’m open to conversations regarding new opportunities.

Mike Lathrop @mikelathrop.bsky.social · 20d

NEWS:

Arena Football One announce the Michigan Arsenal have joined the league.

Per AF1 Announcement

#AF1 #ArenaFootballOne

Mike Lathrop @mikelathrop.bsky.social · 21d

NEWS:

Continental Football League announce innovative rule: “The Continental Shift”.

Per COFL Announcement

#COFL #ForgedInTradition #SummerFootball
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Mike Lathrop @mikelathrop.bsky.social · 22d

NEWS:

American Arena League announce Jersey Bearcats membership for the 2026 season.

Per AAL Announcement

#AAL #AAL2026 #ArenaFootball