2008 Rattlers prove its more than just football

The TN Rattlers once again showed that this organization will exist to do more than just play football. On Saturday, March 22, 2008 the Rattler football players brought easter baskets to practice that were eventually donated to the 2nd annual FOM & YES group. The baskets were to help the easter egg hunt of a local nursing home here in Nashville. Shanetha Washington, who represented the organization at the egg hunt stated that it was joy to see the Seniors enjoy the gifts provided by the organization. The relationship that was formed will be on that will benefit both organizations for years to come. The following is the Thanks sent to the Rattlers organization from Ms. Terry : Good Afternoon Brother & Sisters I just wanted to take a moment to Thank each and everyone of you for the support, on Saturday with the Easter Egg Hunt,without your Love and Support we wouldn't of had a turn out like we did. Also we want to give a shout out to the Tennessee Rattlers who came out and helped us as well, This was our 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt for the FOM & YES group and as they say each year it gets bigger and better and with your help we put it over the top, for those of you that were unable to make it you missed a treat, we hope to see you next year. Once again, I give much Thanks to each Lodge & Chapter, TN Rattlers, and Individuals that helped out. I Love You All and my Appreciation is UN-describable Sister Terry Queen of TN 2007

2008 Team Meeting

The 08 season got off to a positive start with the first official meeting of the year. At this meeting were 30 returning and new players interested in making this a memorable season for the Rattlers. Everyone was excited about the turnout and is looking forward to getting the season started. Thanks to all those who came out.

2008 TN Rattlers Schedule released

The 2008 schedule has been released by the league please get your affairs in order now! The chase for the crown has begun.

2008 Border War

The Rattlers have been chosen to play the 2008 league champions Montgomery Buffaloes in the 2008 Border war. Coach Bean feels that it is an honor to be playing a team of this calibur. Im excited to be traveling to Montgomery to put my team up against a proven team like the Buffaloes. The game is scheduled for June 7, 2008 in Montgomery. We will post at a later date field location. Go Rattlers

2008 Triple Header Preseason Affair

May 17, 2008, the Rattlers will be traveling to Atlanta Georgia to participate in a preseason clash with the Georgia Knights. This game is one of three games that will be played that day. Also playing on this day will be new USFL team Henry County Horsemen and USFL power house Georgia Xtreme. The night cap game will feature the Rattlers taking on the Georgia Knights.

2008 Sumner County 2-1 in MTFL

With Sumner County Xpress deciding not to return to the USFL this season, both Rattlers and Sumner County have decided to partner together in preparing for both winter and summer ball. In the first game of the season the 2007 champs fall in a last second lost. After this lost the Xpress have pulled off two impressive wins. The Rattlers are encouraged by the partnership and look forward to years of great football.

2008 Condition Begins

All players that are not playing in the MTFL winter league are expected to be at all conditioning sessions Saturday mornings at 10am. These are not tryouts just conditioning. Tryouts are in March.

2007 Tennessee Rattlers Awards Banquet

Nashville, TN. The Tennessee Rattlers enjoy a night of laughter and fellowship with the 2007 awards banquet. Coach Bean was suprised by the Rattler Board for Coach of the year and Shenetha Washington was awarded the Most Valuable Rattler Award for all her hard work and dedication. We like to thank those who showed up and continue to support this organization.
Player Awards Jonah Samuels - Team and Defensive MVP Larsandus Williams - Best Defensive Lineman and 07 Defensive Player of the game USFL Kilo Wilson - Offensive MVP Garrett Hall - Best Offensive Lineman Devin Allen - Best New Player Carlos Watkins - Team Spirit Joe Payne - Rattler Award Chris Stinson - Most Improved Player
The night also saw players from the Tenneessee Trojans and Sumner County Xpress be recognized as well. These players have made a verbal commitment to join the Rattler organization next year. Gordon Keene was recognized for being named the Offensive Player of the game 07 Allstar and Chris Duff was recognized for his stellar play during both all star games. TN Trojans Chris Overton - Coach of the Year Anthony Gordon - Most Improved Player Charlie Forte - Team MVP Rosevelt Tate - Defensive MVP Broderick "Slim" Crayton - Offensive MVP Donovan Hodison - Most team Spirit