New Orleans Saints and VooDoo owner Tom Benson announced today that his Arena Football League franchise would cease operations- effective immediately...
in an announcement made by Saints Vice President Greg Bensel.
From the VooDoo ((pictured, thanks David Gladow/nola.com)) website... ahem... quote...
"Bensel also stated that Mr. Benson, who is attending NFL meetings in Florida this week, stressed that this is not an indictment on this marketplace and that he clearly believes in New Orleans, but knows this is the right decision based on circumstances currently affecting the league and the team.
"The VooDoo fans have been the best in the AFL. Their passion, enthusiasm and support made it possible for us to bring two consecutive Arena Bowls to benefit New Orleans. It is a sad day for our community and our organization but circumstances prevented us from continuing in the AFL," said Executive Vice President - Owner - Rita Benson LeBlanc.
"This was a tough decision. We have a very fine football staff led by Head Coach Mike Neu, who I think is one of the finest young coaches in this league. Circumstances have led us to this decision, but I would be remiss if I did not recognize the hard work that the many people on our staff here have put into the VooDoo," said Executive Vice President/ General Manager Mickey Loomis.
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