DAYTONA BEACH, FL – The Daytona Beach ThunderBirds of arenafootball2 (af2) are set to take the field in the first home game in team history against the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Pioneers.  Kickoff is at 3:00 pm in Daytona Beach, FL at the Ocean Center.  The game can be seen online for FREE through af2 partner Nifty TV and it can be heard locally in the Daytona Beach area on AM 1340, WROD.  For more information about the af2 online broadcast, please check out www.af2.com for further details. 

The National Anthem and halftime entertainment will be provided by Maurice Starr’s newest musical act, The Heartbeat Boys.  Maurice Starr is well known in the music industry and has produced top musical acts such as New Edition and New Kids on the Block.

After a long trip back and forth to Lexington, the players and coaches are excited about coming home to Daytona Beach for the home opener at the Ocean Center.  “Coming to the Ocean Center brings back great memories for me.” Coach Walls noted.  “I returned a kickoff for a touchdown in that arena when I played for the Predators and I hope to build positive memories as a Head Coach.”

When asked what to expect this weekend, Coach Walls was direct in his answer.  “I expect to see our offense move the ball in a more exciting fashion this Sunday.”

The players are also excited to play their first game at the Ocean Center.  “It will be great to play at home in front of our hometown fans” said quarterback Steven Moffett.

Even though the ThunderBirds suffered a tough loss week 1, the players see this upcoming game as a crucial test.  According to Jamaal Lewis, “we just need to regroup and focus ourselves.  This will be a test of our character.”

For more information about ticket availability contact the Ocean Center at 386.254.4545 or go online to www.ticketmaster.com.