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“Marbella Sharks On the Move”

Friday, May 21st, 2010

In order to build upon their early success, the Marbella Sharks recently appointed Rene Knopf as their new Head Coach. Rene started his American Football career in 1986 with the Austrian Graz Giants. While playing in Austria, Rene helped the Graz Giants win the Austrian National American Football Championship 4 times. Playing on these championship [...]

Marbella Sharks Finish LNFA Season (3-1-4)

Saturday, May 15th, 2010

The Marbella Sharks finished their first season in the Liga Nacional de Futbol Americano (LNFA), which is the premier American Foobtall League in Spain, with a record of 3-1-4. Although the Sharks lost their last game against the undefeated Barcelona Bufals by a score of 35-0, the Sharks showed a lot of spirit and toughness [...]

The Battle of Coslada, 28 March 2010

Tuesday, March 30th, 2010

Just like King Leonidas led a small, fierce group of Spartans into the Battle of Thermopylae, Marbella Sharks Quarterback  (QB), Zac Colvin (#81) led 14 brave, fearless Sharks into the Battle of Coslada on March 28th against the Camioneros, who were seeking to revenge their earlier 34-0 loss to the Sharks during the first half [...]

Marbella Sharks Team Update

Wednesday, March 24th, 2010

After starting the Spanish National League (LNFA) season strong with 3 straight wins, the Marbella Sharks have stumbled over the past few weeks during tough games against the following teams.  On 20 March 2010, the Marbella Sharks hosted the Granada Lions in Marbella at the Santa Maria field, otherwise known as the “Shark Tank”. The [...]

Marbella Sharks Keep Up Winning Streak!

Sunday, February 14th, 2010

The below article appeared in the Sur In English newspaper edition dated 12 February 2010.

Can the Sharks Go 3-0?

Sunday, February 7th, 2010

The Marbella Sharks will battle the Coslada Camioneros on Saturday, February 6th at Santa Maria (Las Chapas) field in Elviria, which is next to Colegio Publico Platera. Kick-off time is 18:00. Game time weather is expected to be sunny and 18 degrees celsius.  This game will be a big test for the Sharks as the [...]

Sur In English Article, 05-02-2010

Sunday, February 7th, 2010

The below article appeared in the February 5th print edition of the Sur In English newspaper.

Sharks Beat Ricers in Soggy Game

Friday, January 29th, 2010

Outlined below is an article that appeared in the Sur In English newspaper edition, 29 January 2010.  

Sur In English Article – January 22, 2010

Monday, January 25th, 2010

The below article appeared in the Sur In English newspaper’s January 22nd edition.

Time to Buckle-Up the Helmet!

Monday, January 18th, 2010

It’s time to buckle-up the helmet and get ready to play some football!  The Liga Nacional de Futbol Americano (LNFA) season kicks-off this weekend with the Marbella Sharks battling the Sueca Ricers on Saturday, 23 January.  Kick-off time is 18:00 at the Santa Maria (Las Chapas) sporting complex in Elvira, which is next to the [...]

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