Founded | 1999 |
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Folded | 2003 |
Team history |
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Based in | Norfolk Scope in Norfolk, Virginia |
Home arena |
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League | af2 (2000–2003)
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Colors | Blue, gold, white |
Playoff appearances (1) | |
The Norfolk Nighthawks were a charter member of the AF2. They played their home games at The Norfolk Scope Arena in Norfolk, Virginia. After a very impressive inaugural season, the Nighthawks never made it back to the playoffs and ceased all operations after the 2003 Af2 season. The Nighthawks coaches were: Deatrich Wise (2000–01), Mike Buck (2002), and Rick Frazier [1] (2003). The assistant coaches were: Ron Hill, Offensive Coordinator, Ed Cunningham, Line coach, Keith Easley, Defence and Quality Control. The primary owners were Kenny Easley, Jr. (2000–03) and Bruce Smith (2000-03). Billy Mann served the team as General Manager, Patricia Easley and Adianna Manzella were the front office leaders. Corporate Sales was covered by Don Mears, Sr.
Season | W | L | T | Finish | Playoff results |
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2000 | 11 | 7 | 0 | 2nd AC | Won Round 1 (Norfolk 41, Jacksonville 28) Lost Semifinals (Quad City 75, Norfolk 27) |
2001 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 3rd AC Northeast | -- |
2002 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 3rd AC Atlantic | -- |
2003 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 3rd AC Atlantic | -- |
Totals | 35 | 31 | 0 | (including playoffs) |