Monday, September 06, 2010


On Sale at all Axemen home games and at Time Out Sports Grill


$1 bud Lights at all Axemen home games

  
Great Rates at Hotels of Atlantic Cup
Hotels of Jacksonville offer incredible rates at all hotels for the Rugby League Atlantic Cup starting at just $59 at the team hotel
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Atlantic Cup returns to Jacksonville
The Rugby League Atlantic Cup will return to Jacksonville for the second straight year thanks to the Hotels of Jacksonville. The National Teams of Jamaica, Canada and the USA will spend a week in the North Florida city from November 14 thur 21
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Axemen Players grab more hardware

The AMNRL has announced Axemen players as MVP's - Brent Shorten is the MVP for the 2010 Grand Final and Adrian "Mini" Grayson has taken home the prestigious award for MVP of the League for the 2010 season


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Axemen are National Champions
Axemen are National Champions
Join us at Time Out Sports Grill - 7pm tonight to celebrate

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Grand Final News
Everything you need to know about - Watching the Grand Final LIVE at Time Out Sports Grill in Jacksonville / You can also see it on "Live Stream" / Great article on Aussie Website about the Axemen / Axemen team celebration at Time Out Sports Grill on Monday Night
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AMNRL Grand Final Shown Live in JAX
Time Out Sports Grill be show the AMNRL Grand Final Live as the Axemen try to win a National Championship - webstream is courtesy of the Star Group - AND join the Axemen Monday night to celebrate the season
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Spinner Howland interview
I Know Jax caught up with Axemen Co-founder and coach this week to preview the teams up coming trip to the National Championship and an overall review of the 2010 season
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Australia Referee coming to the AMNRL Grand Final
Proof that American Rugby League is getting some attention from the international community and that the playing standard is improving in the USA can be solidified with the fact that a referee from Australia is being sent to officiate the AMNRL Grand Final this weekend
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Jaguars congratulate Axemen
The Jacksonville Jaguars help congratulate the Axemen after their win this past Saturday by hosting them at their pre-season game against the Miami Dolphins
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Axemen 2nd GF in a Row
The Paradise Island Jacksonville Axemen are headed to their second National Championship in a row after defeating the Aston Bulls 46 to 4 in Jacksonville
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Watch the Axemen vs. Bulls Semi Final Live online
The Axemen have posted their team sheet and the link to watch AMNRL Semi-Final Live On-line - there is chat with the producer and guest commentary from various JAX area celebrities during the game
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Russell Crowe backs the Axemen
Russell Crowe has put his support behind the Jacksonville Axemen to get the win over the Aston Bulls in a recent Twitter exchange
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Axemen host Aston Bulls in Semi Final
The Axemen will host the Aston Bulls at UNF on August 21 in the AMNRL Semi Final - Kick-off has been moved up to 2.30pm in an effort to allow fans the opportunity to also attend the Jaguar pre-season game later that evening - gates will open at 1.45pm
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Win FREE tickets to the Axemen playoff game
Axemen media partner, IKNOWJAX.com is giving away 4 tickets in the Member area that has in-seat concession service and a signed Axemen Jersey to this weekends playoff game - drawing takes place this Friday, so sign up now!!
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Lets Learn League with the Axemen
The Axemen are hosting an "Introduction to Rugby League" video session with the players and coaches at Time Out Sports Grill this Saturday (Aug 14). The idea is to have all the Axemen fans fully educated in Rugby League before their August 21 home semi-final game - of course there will be some beers and laughs as well
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CT Wildcats crushed by injury and Axemen advance to semi-final
The Paradise Island Jacksonville Axemen have confirmed that they have been granted a first round bye and will host a home semi-final playoff game on August 21st at UNF
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Arlington Toyota Help Axemen get to Hospital
Arlington Toyota played a key role this weekend by transporting Axemen players to Georgia allowing them to attend a very special day for two of the Axemen's most loyal and long term fans who were celebrating their 22nd wedding anniversary in a hospital
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AMNRL Grand Final News Released
2010 American Rugby League Grand Final will be hosted by the Philadelphia Fight Rugby League Club and they have planned a great day that will be headlined by an appearance by legendary Philadelphia Phillie's Hall of Fame 3rd Basemen Mike Schmidt
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Axemen join forces with Union team to battle the British
The Axemen will team up with the Jacksonville Mens Rugby Union Club to take on a team from a visiting British Navy Ship tonight in an exhibition match. The game will take place at Victory Park, located at 3781 University Club Blvd (off Fort Caroline Road). Kick-off is planned for 6.30pm - entry is free to all
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2nd undefeated regular season in a row for the Axemen
The Paradise Island Jacksonville Axemen will be celebrating their 2nd undefeated regular season in Jacksonville tonight before starting 3 weeks of intense playoff preparations this week - all our fans are invited to join us tonight at Time Out Sports Grill for drinks at 6pm then follow us to the Sick Puppies Concert at Freebird Cafe
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Axemen Theme Song Band is playing in Jacksonville
All season long the Jacksonville Axemen have been introduced to the field with "You're Going Down" by the Aussie band Sick Puppies and this Sunday they will perform live at Freebird Café in Jacksonville Beach - the Axemen are asking all their fans to join them as the players show up in force to say thanks for their adrenalin pumping song
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Axemen break attendance record for the 2nd week in a row
With an amazing turnout for the US Air Force induction ceremony, the Paradise Island Jacksonville Axemen had a record crowd for the second week in a row as just over 2300 fans watched them defeat the Philadelphia Fight 30 to 10 at UNF's Hodges Stadium and secure a playoff berth
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Baileys Gym offer
Baileys Powerhouse Gym is offering a great deal with memberships starting at just $19.95 per month and to help get you in the thinking about starting a fitness program the Axemen are offering four fans a chance to work out with the team this Wednesday evening
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Final Regular Season home game is packed with stuff
Saturday, July 17 at 4.15pm the gates of Hodges Stadium at UNF open for the final regular season Axemen home game and fans can expect tons of action, coupons, FREE stuff and witness the US Air Force Induction ceremony as the headline for the pre-game show - it is also shown live on internet TV by clicking here if you can't make the game
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Axemen hit national media outlets
  Axemen player Akarika Dawn and coach Spinner Howland have made national radio and print publications this week prior to the final regular season home game at UNF this Saturday via American Rugby News and SobeFit Magazine
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Axemen home game to be US Air Force Induction Ceremony event
  Jacksonville Axemen are inviting all Jacksonville residents to attend this weekends last regular season home game to witness the biggest honor the Axemen have ever been asked to be a apart of as the US Air Force holds an Induction Ceremony for new recruits on the halfway line before the July 17 battle with the Philly Fight Club - the day will be presented by Carrabbas Italian Grill who will give away appertizer coupons to the first 250 thru the gate
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Axemen remain undefeated and break attendance record
The Paradise Island Jacksonville Axemen held off the current AMNRL Champion, New York Knights to stay undefeated on the season and broke their regular season home game attendance record as well
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Watch the Axemen live
There are two ways to watch the Axemen live at our home games - put your cursor over the "Home" tab on this site and wait for the "JAXAXE TV" drop-down and then click it OR you can go directly to the stream itself by visiting www.iknowjax.com and clicking the Axemen Rugby Link
    
Axemen sign 2nd American Football player
The Jacksonville Axemen have secured the services of former professional football player, Matt Thornton, for the remainder of the 2010 season after they suffered the loss of their 1st, 2nd and then 3rd player at the fullback position
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4 tickets for $10
Jacksonville.com is offering 4 packs of tickets to the Paradise Island Jacksonville Axemen vs. New York Knights rematch of the 2009 National Championship game for only $10 - but there are only 25 sets left so you need to act fast
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Axemen ready for New York on and off the field
Saturday is the long awaited replay of the 2009 National Championship between the Jacksonville Axemen and the New York Knights and the Axemen are pulling out all stops to make it a successful day with former Jag Players, Outback Steakhouse & the US Air Force on-site
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They played and they stayed

In an effort to show that the Jaguars have bought so much to this city, the Axemen are hosting some former Jag players who have chosen to make Jacksonville their home after their NFL career, by presenting "They Played and They Stayed" day this Saturday


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Axemen on a restaurant tour
 Axemen are doing a restaurant tour on each of the next two Mondays and the restaurants are going to be giving away coupons at the next two home games
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Axemen Sponsor offers great discounts on Cars
 The Axemen have the July 4 weekend off while their transport sponsor is gearing up for a huge weekend of work and offering some of the best "Deals on Wheels" in Jacksonville
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Axemen remain undefeated
The Paradise Island Axemen remain undefeated in the 2010 AMNRL competition after a tough win against the Aston Bulls but suffer another injury at fullback
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Games are shown live online starting today

The Paradise Island Jacksonville Axemen will have their home games treamed live on internet TV starting today at 5pm against the Aston Bulls thanks for video partner IKNOWJAX.com


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Axemen 4 pack of tickets for only $10

Jacksonville.com is offering all Jacksonville residents the chance to see the Axemen for only $2.50 each with the family four pack at "you pay half" promotions


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Linebacker returns to the Axemen as Australians arrive
Former University of Colorado Linebacker, Akarika Dawn, has returned to the Axemen after spending half a season playing in Australia and Aussie import players have arrived and settled into Jacksonville
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Baileys Gym opens their 13th location in the Jacksonville Area
Axemen Fitness partner expands with a new facility as the Axemen ramp up team weight sessions
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US Airforce will help the Axemen show some force this Saturday
The US Air Force recruitment office will join the Axemen for the remainder of the 2010 season to help show some force as they battle with the visiting teams, AND they are bringing a cannon with them!
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Shut Up and Play
125 years of Tension, Passion and Talking has been simmering over the two Rugby Codes even since the "split" that formed the two sports Rugby UNION and Rugby LEAGUE - this Saturday at UNF the Axemen (LEAGUE) and the Jacksonville Rugby UNION club are going to shut up and settle the debate on the field - this is gunna get ugly, FAST!
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Axemen and Time Out take it back to the 80's
To help celebrate the 80's night this Saturday at Time Out Sports Grill the Axemen are encouraging all their fans to dress in their best 80's style for the home game this Saturday. The fan with the best 80's style will win a Replica Axemen Jersey
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Axemen add Redhook Beer
Redhook ESB has joined the Paradise Island Jacksonville Axemen to expand the beer offering at home games and at Time Out Sports Grill. Redhook ESB fills the void for a darker beer in the Axemen offerings and in a partnership with the concessions operator it will be sold at $3 for a 16oz draft
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Axemen founders nephew to make Origin Debut
Zach Manning who is the nephew of Axemen Co-founder will make his debut as a ball boy at the State of Origin Game in Brisbane, Australia, this week - Zach, who will turn 13 this coming week, was chosen after dedicating time to the Mackay Rugby League
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Axemen run to Paradise
On the eve of the start to the 2010 AMNRL season the Jacksonville Axemen are proud to announce Paradise Island Rental Community as their new Title and Naming sponsor - introducing the "Paradise Island Jacksonville Axemen"
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Axemen player at NFL Kicking Academy
Axemen player Brent Shorten has become the first Australian to join the Mike Hollis ProForm Kicking Academy. Brent will spend time at the academy improving both his placekicking and punting under the instruction of the former NFL Pro-bowler who still ranks in the top 20 of all time in field goal accuracy
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Axemen Roster almost complete

Two new players have been added to the Axemen roster after this weekends "Pro vs. Joes" game and Apple Pope has returned to Jacksonville after suffering an injury while playing in Australia but is ungoing treatment and hopes to be able to join the Axemen by week 3


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Axe Maidens heading to the Suns on Merorial Day
  The Axe Maidens and Outback Steakhouse have teamed up to recognize the military this Monday at the Jacksonville Suns Baseball game. The lovely Axe Maidens will be attending the game and handing out Outback Steakhouse coupons to 1500 lucky fans
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We are letting our fans pick the last two roster spots

Many Jacksonville residents wanted to help the Jaguars with their draft picks, so the Axemen are offering them a chance to pick the last two spots on the 2010 roster this Saturday at UNF during the final pre-season game


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Three big Jacksonville companies join the Axemen
   
Heekin Orthopedic, Swisher Sports and Arlington Toyota are the latest memberS of the Axemen sponsor team and the Axemen are very proud that all three are Jacksonville based companies

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Jacksonville Jeweler joins the Axemen and Maidens
Elias Jewelry Is A Family Owned & Operated Jeweler That Has Been Serving Jacksonville Since 1972. They Offer Expert Jewelry Repair & Designing and will be supplying Jewelry for the 2010 Axe Maiden Photo shoot - we encourage all our fans to drop by their store on Atlantic Blvd to see the amazing designs that are on display
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Axemen sent to Time Out
All the Axemen players and Cheerleaders will again be put in "Time Out" following each home game - and they are asking the fans to come with them
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Outback Steakhouse continues as the Man of the Match Sponsor
Outback Steakhouse has confirmed they will remain the sponsor for the Man of the Match (MVP) for the best Axemen player during each 2010 game and also provide a great raffle prize for the half time raffle
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Last weekend to author our first ever official chant
This is your last weekend to be the author of the first ever official Axemen CHANT for game-day. Most sports teams have a few key sayings or "Chants" used by fans after big tackles, great plays and scores, so the Axemen want to have their fans come up with their first - a great prize awaits the winner
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Axemen offer discounted tickets to all JAX area Military
The Axemen are offering any active duty, reserve or retired military members $15 season tickets and will donate $5 from every purchase to the Greater Jacksonville Area USO
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Axemen and Maidens help open Jacksonvilles Summer Concert Series
The Axe Maidens will help open Jacksonvilles newest event this Thursday when they welcome guests to the first "Alive After 5" concert that will be held in the Plaza beside Whisky River at the St John Town Center. This FREE Ten Week Concert series is certain to become "THE" place to be seen on a Thursday afternoon in Jacksonville starting a 5pm
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Former Jags puts Axemen on main stream media
Former Jaguar Tom McManus has given the Axemen their biggest media boost in team history by adding Axemen founder as his co-host one day a week with "Fridays with Spinner on Tom McManus Uncensored" on 930 The Fox Sports Radio
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Axemen meet famous models during an appearance
Some of the Axemen players and Axe Maiden Cheerleaders got to spend some time with the famous models from the new Old Navy TV ads during an appearance this past weekend
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Let Us Play
Please join the Axemen and Axe Maidens Thursday and Friday at this great event and it is NOT TOO LATE to have your student register
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Old Navy 20% off
Get 20% off every item in the store at three Jacksonville Area Old Navy Stores this Wednesday night by using your Axemen Coupon and join the Axemen and Axe Maidens on Saturday at the Rivercity Marketplace store for more fun and prizes with their Grand Re-opening
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Open Training Camp and First Full Contact Game May 7/8/9
The Axemen are issuing an invitation to all athletes who wish to trial for the 2010 season to attend the May 7/8/9 training camp. May 8 will also be the first chance for fans and supporters to see full contact action with an inter-team scrimmage that is sure to have plenty of fireworks are players compete for spots
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Last Chance for 2010 Axe Maiden Auditions tonight
Auditions for the 2010 Axe Maidens have started and the final selection will be this Saturday. Ladies wishing to try out need to attend the Training Class tonight to learn the routines, etc. Full details here and and all interested ladies are invited to email jaxaxemaidens@hotmail.com
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The Fans have spoken and the Axemen have listened
After conducting a survey of their fans to find out how they feel about the teams operations and what they find important, the Axemen have released the 2010 season plan that includes season tickets that start at just $20 and also added more to the game day experience - and YES the $1 beers will stay for 2010 - There are even a couple of options for international supporters
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AMNRL releases the 2010 Schedule

The 2010 AMNRL Schedule has been released and the Axemen are excited to get a home rematch against their 2009 National Championship opponent, the New York Knights


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Vivid Images Screen Printing/Embroidery continues support
Vivid Images will continue Axe Maiden Partnership as the title sponsor
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Axemen searching for new Title Sponsor
Would you like your name on the Jacksonville Axemen? How about getting your logo on their playing Jerseys or even having them become the "YOUR COMPANY Jacksonville Axemen"? The Axemen are now searching for a new title sponsor as well as some lower tier partners
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Axemen Medical Partner Holds Open House
Dr Alex Moore who has been the medical partner and team doctor for the past four years will be holding an open house event at his practice on Tuesday March 16 (6pm-8pm) that is open to the public - The Axemen would love to help Dr Moore in making this a huge success and are inviting all our fans to attend his first ever WELLNESS EXPO
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Apple Pope to make his Australian Rugby League debut
Apple Pope has been named in the Tweed Heads Seagulls FOGS Cup team for the Feb 27th trial game against Souths Logan. The game will be played at the Cudgen Rugby League grounds in Kingscliff just south of the Gold Coast - Kick off is scheduled for 4.30pm (Qld Time) AND in a stoke of luck he will get to play alongside former Rabbitoh player, Nat Barnes, who visited Jacksonville in 2008 for the Australia Day Challenge
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Apple gets some elite training and advice
Thanks to Glen Murphy and the North Queensland Cowboys team, Apple Pope was able to get up close and personal with some of the legendary players and coaches as they prepared for their pre season game against the New Zealand Warriors this Saturday
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Apple goes Down Under, Downunder
Apple Pope has arrived safely in Cairns Australia and has hit the ground running after continuing his workout during the trip and already taking in both the local attractions and Rugby League knowledge
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Apple will land far from the Tree

Axemen favorite and current USA National Team player, Apple Pope, will leave Feb 14th to spend a season playing Rugby League in Australia


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Happy Australia Day
Happy Australia Day (Jan 26) from the Axemen. For those of you in Jacksonville remember that Barons Black Wattle Beer is available at Total Wine and Publixs AND Outback Steakhouse is a great place to get that "Aussie Feeling" with the Axemen tonight
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No International this January but we are keeping the Faith with the local fans
After a number of e-mails from our fans and supporters we are trilled that we have created a culture of an annual International event in Jacksonville each year, but need to announce that it will not happen in 2010. Please understand the reasons and why we support them
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Help the Axemen Survey
The Axemen need your help to adjust our plan for 2010. The economy and 2009 have been a challenge for everyone including the Jacksonville Axemen and we would like some feed back from our FANS and SUPPORTERS to help generate the plan for 2010 by filling out a 10 question survey
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Merry Christmas
The Axemen and Axe Maidens would like to wish all their supporters, fans, sponsors and the people of Jacksonville a very Merry Christmas and a happy, festive and safe New Year.
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Tom McManus adds Axemen Founder to TV Show
Former Jaguar middle linebacker Tom McManus has added Spinner Howland to the list of regular guests who will appear on his Football based TV Show, Tom McManus Uncensored that airs on Comcast Cable Channel 7 twice each week
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Ultimate New Years Eve Party
Axemen Partner throws the Ultimate NYE Party in the City and tickets are moving fast!
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Axemen Implicated in "Teal Gate" affairs
Members of the Jacksonville Axemen and Axe Maidens will be part of this Thursday nights festivities at the Teal Gate Party to help support the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Axemen will help operate the Skills and Drils area on the Jaguars training field in an effort to see the last home game of the season be one of the best in history. The Axe Maidens will be welcoming fans as they arrive at various shuttle drop off points
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Regal Cinemas roll out the hospitality for the Axemen
Regal Cinemas turned on the hospitality to help rasie money for the USO and the local Rugby clubs during the "Invictus movie with the Axemen" by providing a great venue and first class service during the entire event
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Axemen get behind local American Football teams
The Axemen are encouraging all fans to try and attend at least one of the remaining Jacksonville Jaguars home games as the team makes a run at a playoff spot and also want to invite fans to the North America Bowl that will see the Jacksonville Knights take on Team Canada on Dec 19th at UNF
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Movie Night with the Axemen
Clint Eastwood Rugby movie "Invictus" that stars Matt Damon and Morgan Freeman, is being used to raise money for the Jacksonville Area USO and local Rugby Development. "Just like Rugby united the Nation of South Africa - We are using the movie Invictus to unite Jacksonvilles rugby community"
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Axemen get Uncensored with Tom McManus
Former Jacksonville Jaguar and host of both his own Radio and TV Show, Tom McManus added a Rugby League segment to the most recent edition of his weekly uncensored TV show that helps the Axemen and Rugby League make a main stream ripple in the worlds largest sporting pond
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Rugby League raises over $500 for the USO
The Hotels of Jacksonville Rugby League Atlantic Cup has raised over $500 for the Greater Jacksonville USO with the support of local Jacksonville businesses who donated prizes
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The Popes go international and rub shoulders with Tiger Woods
A combination of the latest Rugby League Atlantic Cup and the names of two of Jacksonvilles favorite Axemen players have helped put the North Florida City into international press
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Altantic Cup on Jacksonville TV
The Hotels of Jacksonville.com Rugby League Atlantic Cup will have the honor of having a segment aired on Tom McManus Uncensored this Thursday on Comcast TV in Jacksonville
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Rugby Union game
The USA Rugby Union Team (The Eagles) will be hosting an international this coming weekend in Fort Lauderdale. With so many players playing both codes in the USA we are sure there will be a good turn out for them
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USO becomes the official Charity of the Event
The Greater Jacksonville Area USO will be charity partnered with the $1 Half Time Raffle during the Rugby League Atlantic Cup
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European Street Cafe brands Press Conference

Jacksonville based European Street Cafe has become the latest local sponsor to partner with the Rugby League Atlantic Cup by becoming the presenting sponsor for the Friday the 13th Press Conference


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Outback Man of the Match
Outback Steakhouse have continued their support for Rugby League by extending their Axemen Man of the Match award partnership to include the Man of the Match for the Hotels of Jacksonville.com  Rugby League Atlantic Cup
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Sponsors continue to grow for USA v Jamaica Game
Somadyn Supplements are the latest addition to the growing list of sponsors for the Hotels of Jacksonville.com Rugby League Atlantic Cup.
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Press Conference Announced

The press conference for the Hotels Of Jacksonville.com Rugby League Atlantic Cup has been announce for 12.30pm on Friday November 13 at the Team Hotel


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Three Olives Vodka gets on board for another Rugby event
Three Olives Vodka has shown it's support for Rugby League in Jacksonville once again by becoming the official Liquor for the Atlantic Cup and creating a special event drink for the Electro Lounge Party on Friday Night. Introducing the "Electro MacBubble"
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Axemen get players on the USA Team
The Axemen are proud and excited to have three players named on the USA team and a fourth put on stand-by in case of injury or illness. The three confirmed players have been with the team since the inaugural season and two are former UNF Graduates
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Another event added to the Rugby International

WJCT Electro Lounge Welcomes the Rugby League Atlantic Cup to Jacksonville as host David Luckin provides great music for both teams, fans and supporters at Fionn MacCools Irish Pub on Friday Nov 13


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USA to Play Jamaica in Jacksonville

HotelsOfJacksonville.com Rugby League Atlantic Cup
USA vs. Jamaica 2009 Saturday November 14 at 3pm, UNF
King Eddie & The Pili Pili Band play pre-game at 2pm


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USA and Jamaican Teams both sign on International Team Sponsors
   Both the USA and Jamaican teams have found support from two international sponsors to help them in their development plans for the sport of Rugby League. With both sponsors being international companys it brings more global interest to Jacksonville.
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Hotels of Jacksonville sign on as Title Sponsor
In a massive show of local support, Hotels of Jacksonville have partnered with the USA vs Jamaica Rugby League game to become the Title and Naming rights sponsor for the event
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Officials not forgotten
AMNRL Officials not forgotten as International Rugby League returns to the USA with clinics and the opportunity for them to represent the domestic development at the highest level
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Axemen help get Kids into sports

The Axemen are encouraging all kids to be active and sports minded in an effort to encourage better health and wellness from a young age. Their partnership with the I-9 Sports group gives all kids a great avenue to get involed in sport and cheerleading


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Axe Maidens support JAX area military at events
The Axe Maidens continue their community involvement with appearances at local USO events and are planning a live performance at the Oct 17 Dancing in the Streets Military Style celebration
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Axemen invite fans to watch the Grand Final From Australia
On Oct 4 at 11am the Axemen will gather at Time Out Sports Grill to watch the Grand Final game from the National Rugby League (NRL) competition in Australia. They are inviting all their fans to join them there to watch this game on Spike TV
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Pro Rugby League on US TV
Professional Rugby League will be shown on FREE TO AIR TV in the USA starting Friday September 11. Spike TV will show the playoff series from the National Rugby League (NRL) in Australia as well as the NRL Grand Final.
The Axemen will be at Time Out Sports Grill at 11pm this Friday (Sept 11) night to see the first game

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2009 Awards
A good crowd of players, friends and supporters where on hand at the 2009 Axemen player awards held at Time Out Sports Grill as Brent Shorten walked away with the Tony Weight Award and many stayed to watch the replay of the Grand Final on the big screen TV
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Axemen Appearance and Awards Evening
All Fans and Supporters are invited to join the players for a family appearance at Brusters Real Ice Cream this Saturday and then the team awards evening that will be followed by watching the Grand Final on the Big Screen TV at Time Out Sports Grill
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Axemen fall at final hurdle
The Axemen have fallen to the New York Knights in the Grand Final in New York City. "No excuses, they were the better team on the night" according to Axemen officials.
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Axemen on Twitter
In an effort to keep all our fans up to date over the Grand Final week we have decided to get on Twitter at http://twitter.com/jaxaxemen
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Axemen heading to their first Grand Final

The Barons Brewing Jacksonville Axemen have advanced to the American National Rugby League Grand final after beating Boston 46 to 20 in one of the toughest and more exciting games of the year


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Axemen ready for National Championship against New York
The Axemen are now 100% prepared for their semi-final playoff game against Boston at UNF. The team completed their final sessions today with some players getting a last minute stretching gym workout and have been on their hydration routine all day. They learned the New York Knights will be their opponent if they win tomorrow
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Axemen thankful for roster depth as injuries mount
With both Apple and Taco Pope among those sidelined this weekend the Jacksonville Axemen head into this weekend playoffs with some key injuries and are thankful that their roster has plenty of depth and all players have had lots of playing time during the season
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Aussie media coming to Jacksonville to follow the Axemen

Two members of the "Oh Errol" sports blog site arrived into Jacksonville tonight from Australia to follow the Axemen through their play-off run and will follow the team to New York City if they make the Grand Final


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Boston named as the Axemen Playoff opponent
After the quarter finals this weekend the Boston 13's are making plans to come to Jacksonville for the Semi Final game against the Axemen on Aug 22nd
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Local Ice Cream Shop rewards Axemen after big week of training
Brusters Ice Cream has rewarded the Axemen players with Shakes, Ice Cream and other sweets in an effort to reward the players after their first week of intense playoff preparation and local life guards help with beach fitness sessions
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Axemen Auction a Huge Hit
The player and cheerleader auction to raise the additional funds to help the Axemen get to the Grand Final in New York City was been huge success
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Fundraiser gets local TV news help
The Axemen event that is being held to raise funds to help get the team to New York City should they win their home playoff on August 22, got a boost today from First Coast News
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Axemen up for sale
The Jacksonville Axemen Are Up For Sale
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Axemen prepare for Playoffs against the Bulldogs

The Axemen will head to the West Coast of Florida on Aug 8 to face off against the Bradenton Bulldogs in a warm up game for the playoffs. They will also take part in a Sunday morning beach fitness session that will see plenty of work in the soft sand and surf of the gulf coast


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Axemen win Half and Half Challenge
The Barons Brewing Jacksonville Axemen have won the first ever American Football vs. Rugby League game by 38 to 27 in front of 2000 spectators. After two quarters of American Football the Jacksonville Knights had a 27 to 6 lead over the Axemen. After the pads came off for the second half, fitness was the key factor as the Axemen put in 32 points to get the win.
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Play It Again Sports become game day sponsor
Play It Again Sports have become the game day sponsor for the WORLD FIRST Rugby League vs American Football game that will finally answer questions that started in 1933 with the Chicago Bears
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Axemen end regular season undefeated
The Jacksonville Axemen have ended their regular season in the AMNRL with a perfect undefeated record after beating the Philly Fight
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First Axemen Youth Game Played
Jacksonvilles first ever Youth Rugby League game was played at halftime during the Axemen vs Sharks match at UNF on July 18 through the support of Communities in Schools, The Rugby Football League and Gillette.
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Axemen help Public Radio
Axemen players will spend two days manning the phones at Jacksonville Public Radio Station WJCT during their Summer Radio Drive Telethon
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Axemen help ALS with away game in Philly
This weekend the Axemen will play their final regular season game in Philadelphia against the Figth in the annual ALS Charity Match that will raise money in a variety of ways for ALS that include a Curt Shilling autographed baseball as one of the raffle items
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Axe Maidens continue work with Quad Rugby Team
The Axe Maidens continued the support for the Brooks Bandits Quad Rugby Team at a recent summer slam that saw teams from as far away as New York and Indiana visit Jacksonville
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Big Win, Youth Rugby and a little rain
The Barons Brewing Axemen have notched their biggest win of the season to ensure a playoff berth with a 64 to 8 win over the Bucks County Sharks. The day also included the Axemens first Youth Rugby League game as the Highland Middle School faced off against the JEB Stuart Middle School at halftime for a 8 point draw
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Axemen ready to Chop Up the Sharks
The Jacksonville Axemen only need to win todays game against the BC Sharks to guarantee a home play off game in August. They have been preparing all week for this game to make sure that their fans get at least one more home game this season on their march to the Championship game
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Axemen win a tough one to stay perfect on the season

In front of the largest crowd this season, The Barons Brewing Axemen have kept their perfect record in tact and advance to 6 and 0 on the season after a tough affair against the Philadelphia Fight that had players from both teams spend time in the locker room getting sewn up by Dr Moore


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The Last of the Unbeatens
This Saturday will see the unbeaten Axemen host the only other unbeaten team in the AMNRL in a game that can only see one emerge with their perfect record in tact
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Axemen Keep Their Fans Cool with CHILLZONE
Axemen Fans will now be able to cool down during the home games at Hodges Stadium thanks to the latest Partner
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Axemen attend the VP-30 Navy Picnic
The Axemen felt honored and flattered as Squadron VP-30 from Naval Station Jacksonville invited them and the Axe Maidens to their annual family picnic
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Axemen suffer first loss of the season
Axemen trade boots for wheelchairs and suffer first defeat of the season
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Oh Errol, Oh No!!
Australian web bloggers name Jacksonville as their favorite place (and times) after a recent trip to the United States. Aussie Girl Bloggers break down cultural, sporting and other types of boundaries during their visit with the Axemen in a true female perspective.
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Axemen still unbeaten
In a game that could only be described as a "very physical encounter" the Axemen have held off the current AMNRL Champions and their second unbeaten opponent in two weeks to remain unbeaten with a 5 and 0 record
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Axemen schedule appearances and community events
The Jacksonville Axemen and Axe Maidens have increased their community involvement by continuing the Youth Rugby Camps and also adding attendance at the upcoming Military Picnic day at NAS Jacksonville on July 1st and accepting the challenge from the Brooks Bandits Wheelchair Rugby Team on July 2nd
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Axemen remain unbeaten and sit on top of the ladder

The Axemen have now started the 2009 season with a record 4 wins in a row after chopping down the New York Knights 28 to 18 in 100+ degree temps at UNF's Hodges Stadium


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Youth Rugby Camps Begin
More than 50 kids turned out for the first ever Rugby League camp hosted by the Axemen in a partnership with Communities in School at the Highlands Middle School
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3 wins in a row

Although Apple Pope was out for the game with an injury from last week, the return of the three Daytona players who each scored a try helped the Axemen to a 56 to 4 win over the Fairfax Eagles


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Jacksonville swarmed by Barons
Barons Black Wattle Beer is flying into Jacksonville in tight formation. It will make an appearance at tonights Folio Weekly Beerfest and then continue with the "bombing run" into Publix Supermarkets and other local outlets
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Axemen add tons of stuff for the home opener
Check out all the details, info and FREE Stuff that will be on offer at this Saturdays home opener when the Axemen take on the Fairfax Eagles at UNF.
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Axemen get second win of the season in Beantown
The Axemen have come away from Beantown with a 46 to 16 win over a tough and gritty Boston 13's team that has seen injuries to two of their Aussie import players
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Axemen release more playing Merch for sale
The Axemen are releasing a limited number of actual player kits and travel shirts from the past two seasons for purchase by fans
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Axemen open with a win in the Nations Capital

The Axemen get a slow start in their opening game but fitness and ball control paid dividends in the second half as they ended up winning the opening game of the season against the DC Slayers


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Axemen Iron out some kinks during pre season game
The Axemen had a win over a very spirited Bradenton Bulldogs team during todays Pre-Season trial but it also showed a few facets of their game that need to be ironed out to adapt to weather conditions
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Axemen game shown live on Internet TV
The Axemen will have their home games shown live starting this Saturday on an internet streaming media player for free courtesy of Metro PCS
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Axemen Take Rugby League into JAX Area Schools
A partnership with Communities In Schools will see the Jacksonville Axemen introduce Flag Rugby League in two Jacksonville Schools with a five member coaching team volunteering for the after school program
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Axemen get some Aussie playing and coaching help
Former Salford City Reds and Canberra Raiders player has joined the Axemen as a player and to take over the head coaching role
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Spinner Howland returns to the playing field

After only one off season in retirement the Axemen founder and former coach will return to the playing field after the team suffered pre-season injuries and some "words" of advice from a few mates


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Axe Maidens continue community events
The Axe Maidens have continued their community involvement by volunteering at a number of charity and fund raising events for various organizations around Jacksonville
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Axemen lose two players early
Four year veteran Richie Alleger has been ruled out for at least most of the season as an MRI has revealed a major injury to his ankle and lighting fast winger Shain Singleton became ill over the weekend and had his appendix removed yesterday that will sideline him for at least 4 weeks
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The Pope Brothers Unite for another season
The two most feared defenders in Axemen history will again be on the field together for the Axemen during the 2009 season. Apple and Taco Pope have completed the first week of Axemen training camp and practice sessions and both have impressed at every aspect
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Axemen Pick Initial Pre Season Team
After three days of training camp this included "4 a day" sessions and a full contact scrimmage, and now a week of regular practice, the Axemen have narrowed the pre-season team down to 32 players
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Axemen Go to Boot Camp

Tuesday May 19 will see the Axemen trade the practice field for the soft sand of Jacksonville Beach for a Boot-Camp Style fitness session from the Jacksonville Scene


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Johnny Angels
The Axemen traveled back to the 60's during training camp with a visit to Johnny Angels Café and Diner.
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All Potential Players get ready for Training Camp

The Axemen invite all players who would like to try out for the 2009 team to attend this weekends training camp starting at 6pm on Friday. Training camp is open to all athletes from all sports that think they have what it takes to play the sport of Rugby League.


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ANZAC Day Rugby in the USA
Call it luck, coincidence or just kinda cool, the fact that the UNF Alumni Rugby Game is being played on ANZAC Day (April 25) and having $2 cans of beer on sale is pretty Awesome
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Axe Maidens help Title Sponsor
The Axe Maidens Cheerleaders have been very active recently in helping promote the Axemen and also some of the major sponsors with appearances at many Jacksonville venues and events
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What a Sponsor, Whataburger
The Axemen are excited about the addition of Whataburger to the 2009 Sponsor list. Not only will Whataburger sponsor the Halftime Raffle and the Axemen Stickers, but the deal has come just in time for Axemen fans to take part in the FREE Whataburger Tour hosted by NFL great, Mark Brunnell
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Axe Maidens surround a sailor
The Axe Maidens where on hand to support Navy Chief TJ Murphy from the USS Underwood throw our the first pitch on opening night at the Jacksonville Suns baseball game
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We need your vote

The Axemen need your vote!
The proposed professional Rugby League Competition is running a poll to see what cities would like to have one of the first 8 franchises. You can help put Jacksonville at the top of the list buy voting at the NRLUS website


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Jacksonville Scene Partnership
A fantastic new partnership between the Axemen and the Jacksonville Scene will see the Axemen home games become official social outings and allow Jacksonville Scene event participants to purchase discounted tickets
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Axemen Announce VIP Suite and Player Sponsor Options
The Axemen have found two novel ways for small business to get involved with the Axemen for the 2009 Season by offering a VIP Suite Package and Player Sponsorships
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Red Party
The 2009 Axe Maiden Cheerleaders will be officially unveiled and also host the annual Red Party at Twisted Martini at the Jacksonville Landing on April 18th
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Axemen on both sides of the line April 25th
April 25 will see a showdown unlike any other this season when the University of North Florida "Deadbirds" host their annual Alumni Game at Hodges Stadium at 3pm. With many former and current Axemen lining up on both teams there are sure to be some "personality clashes"
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The Jacksonville Axemen team has been put in Time Out
Time Out Sports Grill is the new home of the Jacksonville Axemen and will now host all Axemen Post Game and other functions
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2009 Axe Maidens have been chosen
The 2009 Axe Maiden Cheerleaders have been chosen after a process that included 3 stages of selections. 13 of the final 24 ladies made the team after 3 hours of auditions on Saturday
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Axemen lose Captain to Injury
Aaron "Drago" Sane who captained the Axemen for the last two seasons has been ruled out of the 2009 playing squad due to injury before the season even starts
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Barons comes from the Outback and ends up in the Outback
The Axemen are "Cheering" the Barons Black Wattle Beer has been added to the list of beers in Jacksonville Area Outback Steakhouses and will use the Axe Maidens Cheerleaders to celebrate
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For the Female Fans and the Aussies that miss home

A look at Rugby League (and other stuff) from a blunt, rough, somewhat Australian and FEMALE point of view.


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Axemen help local Radio Station by answering Phones
Three Axemen will man the phones during WJCT Spring Radio Drive this Tuesday from 7 til 8.30am
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Axe Maidens retain Title Sponsor and partnership with Baileys Powerhouse Gym

Axe Maidens are in good hands with Vivid Images providing the Cheerleading attire & Baileys Powerhouse Gym helping provide the bodies to put it on

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Axemen Supporter and Movie writer gets a release in the USA

Axemen Supporter and Movie writer gets a release in the USA. Sharon Cobb who is a long time supporter of the Axemen has had one of the movie scripts she wrote released in the USA.


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Former Axemen rejoins team as a sponsor
Former Semi Pro Football Player and Axemen, Matt Thornton has rejoined the team as a sponsor and a very important part of the Axemen 2009 vision
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Axemen Player Signs with Australian Rugby League Team
The Jacksonville Axemen have achieved another milestone with center Al Mackoul signing with the Toukley Hawks in Australia.
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Axemen Announce 2009 Open Trials and Training Camp
The Jacksonville Axemen have chosen the date and venue for the start to their 2009 Campaign by releasing May 1/2/3 as the dates for their open training camp that will include a full contact scrimmage that will be open to the public and all fans
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Axemen games for as low as $3.50 each
Axemen come up with their own stimulus package to help fans buy discounted tickets for the 2009 season and they have created an International supporter pack as well
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Axemen Head to the Highlands for the Weekend
The Jacksonville Axemen are heading to the Highlands for the weekend and they are taking their Rugby Balls with them
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Jacksonville Axemen Fans overwhelm Aussie Coach

The outpouring of support and donations has tested the emotions of the those involved in a best possible way

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Helping Bush Fire Victims


Aussie Coach is asking for items to help the Bush Fire victims in Australia


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Axe Maidens open their Season Appearances on Feb 22nd with a Pub Crawl Fundraiser
The Jacksonville Axe Maidens will start their 2009 Axemen Season by hosting a Fund Raiser Pub Crawl on a Big Red Double Decker Bus on Sunday Feb 22. Only 75 seats available.
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Axe Maidens Hold Open Auditions
The Jacksonville Axe Maidens have announced their 2009 Auditions
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Rugby League get a huge boost in Jamaica
Romeo Monteith has been appointed to the position of Rugby League Development Officer for Jamaica
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Young Axemen start the season

Future Axemen stars set to shine this Saturday (Feb 7) for the UNF Rugby Team as they take on USF at Hodges Stadium


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Rugby League Raises $2000 for Jacksonville Charities
The Jack Del Rio Foundation pre game challenge and the Charity Raffle that was held at the Rhinos vs Reds game has raised $2000 for three Jacksonville Charities
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Event T-Shirt Package on Sale
Event T-Shirt Package on Sale for those that could not make it to Jacksonville
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Australia Day this Sunday

Three Beautiful Australian Ladies are traveling to Jacksonville to Celebrate Australia Day with the Axemen this Sunday


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Upcoming Social Events
Hang with the Salford Reds players tomorrow night (Friday Jan 23rd) at Time Out Sport Grill
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Match Report
Leeds vs Salford Match Report
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Leeds/Salford Game a Huge Success

Just under 6000 fans proved the Rugby League can stand on its own as a spectator sport in Jacksonville


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Game Day Ticket Info

Game Day Ticket Info Here


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Visit Jacksonville helps fans coming to City with Website
Visit Jacksonville is helping those fans coming in for the Rugby League game this week by creating a webpage with all sorts of info
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Pre Game Tailgate at Time Out
Time Out Sports Grill will be hosting a Pre Game Tailgate for the big game this Saturday
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Axe Maidens help grand opening week for new Five Points Pub
The Vivid Images Jacksonville Axe Maidens Cheerleaders will help with promotions and offer some contest prizes on Tuesday Jan 13th at O'Brothers Irish Pub in the Five Points area of Jacksonville
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Jan 17th game will be LIVE on internet TV
The Leeds Rhinos and Salford Reds game in Jacksonville will be shown live in Internet TV in partnership with UNF and A SUN TV
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Three Olives Vodka creates Official Event Drink
The English are coming....................and their bringing something wonderful. Three Olives Vodka has partnered with Mavericks to create an Official Event Cocktail for the Post Game Party
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Rugby game gets some Bad Ass help with tickets
The Bad Ass Coffee Company has become the latest ticket outlet for the January 17th International Rugby League game at UNF. Tickets are now on sale at five locations in Jacksonville in addition to the website
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Jacksonville Jaguars Coach Partners with Rugby League Event
The Jack Del Rio Foundation will host a Football vs. Rugby Challenge as part of the pre-game entertainment at the January 17 International to be played between the Leeds Rhinos and the Salford Reds to raise money for 3 local Jacksonville Charities
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Merry Christmas from the Axemen
We hope you all have a wonderful and safe holiday time and get to spend it with loves ones and family
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Greg Norman donates prize for raise money for Jack Del Rio Foundation
Greg Norman has donated an Autographed Hat from his Greg Norman Collection as one of the prizes in the charity raffle that will be held at the January 17 International Rugby League game in Jacksonville
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Outback Steakhouse will Host Jan 16th Rugby Press Conference
Members of Local, National and International media will be invited to attend an open press conference that will be hosted by Outback Steakhouse on January 16 before the international Rugby League at UNF the following day
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Former Jacksonville Jaguar announces book signing at Jan 17 Rugby game
Tom McManus who played as a linebacker for the Jacksonville Jaguars and is a huge Axemen fan, has released an amazing book and will hold a signing and photograph session at the January 17 Rugby League Game. Gene McManus was a POW in WW2 as well as an everyday hero to those close to him
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Carrabbas Italian Grill claims VIP Suite
Carrabbas Italian Grill has become the Naming Rights Sponsor for the VIP Suite on top of Hodges Stadium for the January 17 international Rugby League Event
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American Rugby News helps spread the word
American Rugby News has continued its promotion and coverage with both Union and Rugby League across America. Spinner Howland got a great chance to talk with host Brian Lowe during an interview this week
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Champion Rugby League Teams returning to Jacksonville
The Jacksonville Axemen are excited to host an International Rugby League training camp and exhibition game for the second straight year. The World Champion Leeds Rhinos will return the Jacksonville to face the Salford City Reds in another world class event
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Rugby League World Cup Starts this weekend
The 2008 Rugby League World Cup to be contested in Australia starts this weekend and American fans can access the games live and on delay through SETANTA SPORTS CHANNEL which is available on Direct TV, Dish Network
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Barons Brewing on the Loose in Jacksonville Florida

Barons Beer was on the loose during the first annual Axemen Drink the Pub Dry


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Axemen Start their off season social calendar of events
The Barons Brewing Jacksonville Axemen will open their social events this Sunday (Sept 21st) with a classic Aussie tradition called "Drink the Pub Dry"
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Axe Maidens Help Community
The Jacksonville Axe Maidens made a difference in the Jacksonville community this last week by volunteering for the local Heart Walk
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Axemen Enjoy the Jags Game
The Australians in the Axemen team recently enjoyed a night at the Jaguars with the New Zealand Police team
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New Haven Warriors win AMNRL Championship

The New Haven Warriors have won the American National Rugby League Championship by defeating the Aston Bulls


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Barons Brewing Winner Announced
The Winner of the "I'm a Baron" competition has been announced after some very interesting and entertaining photos were submitted
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Axemen finish thrid on the AMNRL ladder
The Jacksonville Axemen have had their most successful on field season by finishing third on the AMNRL ladder
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Last two games announced
The final two home games for the Jacksonville Axemen have now been confirmed with all details
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New Zealand Police weary of the Axemen reputation
In a statement from the New Zealand Police team prior to them leaving for their tour of the USA, the reputation of the Jacksonville Axemen as a "no nonsense" team is getting them some respect
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Axemen secure first ever home play off game
The Barons Brewing Axemen have secured their first ever home playoff game after their most dominating performance of the season by beating the Philadelphia Fight 76 to 4
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Axemen create history with reserve grade team

With a win this weekend securing their first ever home playoff game the Axemen will also host the first ever true US reserve grade game against the developmental team from Bradenton Florida before this weekends main game against the Philly Fight


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Axemen Coach hangs 'em up
Axemen co-founder and coach Spinner Howland will play his last regular season game this Saturday against the Philadelphia Fight at UNF
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Axemen Fans show support to sponsors
   The Jacksonville Axemen fans showed true support to both the team and the sponsors when they at least 150 of them followed the team to the Time Out Sports Grill after last Saturdays game
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Axemen move to 3rd spot with win over the Sharks
With their 3rd win in a row the Jacksonville Axemen have put themselves into 3rd place on the AMNRL ladder and are strong contenders for a home playoff game with only 2 rounds left in the regular season
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Post Match Venue Moves for One Week
 
Due to renovations inside Fionn MacCools, the post match social after the Axemen game will move to the Time Out Sports Grill on Beach Blvd this Saturday

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The Kiwis are coming
The Auckland Metro Police Rugby League Team from New Zealand are soon to embark on a tour to the East Coast of the USA bringing with them a 50 strong tour party of players and supporters
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Axemen introduce MONSTER Hit Award
Time Out Sports Grill and Monster Energy Drink have combined to award the Axemen player that makes the biggest hit during each home game the "Monster Hit Award"
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Axe Maiden make appearances with the Axemen
The Jacksonville Axe Maidens continued their display of support for the Axemen and their sponsors by making appearances at Fionn MacCools and the Time Out Sports Grill
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Axemen turn the sword on the Slayers
The Jacksonville Axemen have opened their home games with a 28 to 10 victory of the DC Slayers
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Axemen open film session to the public
The Axemen Monday Night game film sessions will now be held at the Time Out Sport Grill and open to the public. This will give fans and supporter an additional event to the post game gathering at Fionn MacCools to get to meet and know the players
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Axemen Southeast this weekend instead of Southwest
With the start of the home games this Saturday the Jacksonville Axemen wish to extend a huge thanks to Southwest Airlines for the great start to the 2008 season and the seemless travel they provided
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Axemen become Shark hunters for a day
The Axemen have rebounded from last weekends tough loss with a 66 to 24 defeat of the Sharks at Shark Park
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Axemen charged by Bulls
The Aston Bulls have handed the Axemen their biggest lose in 3 years
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Axemen lost their top all time try scorer
Axemen all time leading try scorer, fullback Will Fletcher, has suffered a career ending injury
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Axemen Suspend 2 Veteran Players
The Jacksonville Axemen have suspended two of their veteran players for code of conduct breaches during the return portion of their New York weekend trip
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Axemen drown in New York
The Jacksonville Axemen have been beaten 38 to 32 by the New York Knights in a game that could have been played in scuba gear
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Axe Maidens Chosen
The Vivid Images Jacksonville Axe Maidens Cheerleaders are now final after 12 ladies were chosen from a group of 21 last finalists week
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Axemen most loved AMNRL Team by Fans
One of the popular forums on the Rugby League is taking a poll on the teams in the American National Rugby League and the Barons Brewing Jacksonville Axemen are on top so far
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Premier Physiques Personal Trainer makes the playing roster
Jamie Uyttewall from Axemen Sponsor, Premier Physiques, has made the cut to the Axemen playing roster.
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Axemen honor Rhinos and Rabbitohs

The Axemen have made some small color changes to the 2008 Jersey to pay tribute to the two teams that visited for the Australia Day Challenge


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International Fans Rally for the Rabbitohs
Souths Sydney fans from around the world have started to show their support for the club via an online petition
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Axe Maiden Cheerleader Try Outs
The Vivid Images Jacksonville Axe Maiden Cheerleaders will be holding open try outs for the 2008 squad. For more info you can e-mail JaxAxeMaidens@hotmail.com
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Axemen win the Fight


The Barons Brewing Jacksonville Axemen have started the 2008 AMNRL season with a bruising win over the Philly Fight team in the "Battle to strike out ALS" charity game


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Axemen fan writes memorial day poem

Kay Day, who is one of the biggest supporters and fans of the Barons Brewing Jacksonville Axemen, and also a very talented writer, has had one of her poems used at a tribute to Memorial Day


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Axemen open season in Philly with Fundraiser
The Jacksonville Axemen will open the 2008 season this Saturday (May 31) against the Philadelphia Fight in a huge fund raiser game at West Chester University and then continue at Kildares Irish Pub in West Chester PA.
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AMNRL Grand Final Announced

AMERICAN NATIONAL RUGBY LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL TO BE PLAYED AT FORT DIX MILITARY BASE IN NEW JERSEY


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Axemen finally make it international
The great e-mail today from Wales proved the Jacksonville Axemen have made it "across the pond and beyond"
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Axemen hit the Jaguars field
The Axemen hold their first full contact scrimmage this Friday (May 9) night at the Jacksonville Jaguars Practice field
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UNF and Jacksonville on American Chopper Thursday Night

Parts of the chopper presentation to Russell Crowe at the Australia Day Challenge will be on TLC this Thursday


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Axemen begin 2008 pre season

The Jacksonville Axemen will start their 2008 pre season with an all club meeting on Wednesday April 30th at 7pm at the Comfort Inn Ocean Front and then an open scrimmage at the Jaguars Practice Field on Friday May 9th that will be open to all fans and the public


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JAX Mens Union Teams Wins Championship
The Jacksonville Axemen would like to congratulate the Jacksonville Mens Rugby Union Team on Winning the Division 2 South Rugby Championship on this past weekend.
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Spinner Heads to Australia to propose Australia Day Game in 2009
Axemen Founder Spinner Howland will fly out to Australia on Thursday to meet with South Sydney to see if the Australia Day Game can return to Jacksonville
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2008 Axemen Schedule Released
The 2008 AMNRL Schedule has been released and the Axemen have been granted their request to have all home games at the end of the season
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Honor Shared by all
Spinner Howland accepted the City of Jacksonville proclamation on behalf of all those involved in the Australia Day Challenge
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Axemen honored by the City of Jacksonville

The City of Jacksonville honors Axemen Founder with a proclamation at City Hall


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Still time for free beer

Australia day Challenge Ticket Coupon for Fionn MacCools it valid until Feb 28th


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Merchandise on Sale Now
Jacksonville Axemen and remaining Australia Day Challenge Merchandise on sale now for US Customers
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Post event update
Thanks to everyone that supported, sponsored, showed up on game day, patronized our partners and promoted and enjoyed our event
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Tickets on Sale at Walkabout 2 Cafe
Tickets to the Australia Day Challenge will be on sale at the Walkabout 2 Café from 7pm until 9pm during the Barons Brewing Australia Day Bash on Jan 25th
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UNF Venue News

Concessions, Parking, Tickets and other game day questions addressed here


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Sydney Australia is closer than you think
Sydney Australia is now the Jersey naming rights partner for the South Sydney Rabbitohs playing kit during the Australia day Challenge
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Chamber of Commerce welcomes the Axemen and the Australia Day Challenge
The Jacksonville Chamber or commerce has been helping network for the Australia Day Challenge event
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Tickets now on sale at the University of North Florida
Australia Day Challenge tickets can now be purchased at the UNF Ticket Box Office during business hours
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Best of OZ will celebrate 100 years with the best of JAX
The South Sydney Rabbitohs will be special guests of Jacksonville Magazine at the fifth annual Best of Jacksonville Party on January 17, which also happens to be the 100th birthday of the most famous sporting club in Australia.
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American Chopper Stars to attend Australia Day Challenge

The stars of the hit US TV show American Chopper will feature as part of the pre-game entertainment at the Australia Day Challenge match between the South Sydney Rabbitohs and the Leeds Rhinos to be played at Hodges Stadium at University of North Florida in Jacksonville on Australia Day, Saturday 26 January.


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Axemen looking to trade Rugby boots for Wheels
The Jacksonville Axemen are looking to form a partnership with the Brooks Bandits Wheelchair Rugby Team and may also play a pre season match against the Bandits during the preparation for the 2008 season
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Phiily Radio Station helping with Winter Time Blues
The Philadelphia Radio Station that is "Playing anything they feel" is sending two lucky people to Jacksonville as a part of they morning show contest "DelVal DownUnder Getaway" and interviews the Axemen Coach about the event
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Aussie Event gets Crafty

The Walkabout 2 Café has secured Barons Brewing from Australia as the naming rights sponsor for the "Barons Brewing Australia Day Bash" on Friday, Jan 25th at the Beach Blvd Store


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Souths Launch New Website
South Sydney Rugby League continued the improvements off the field with a great upgrade and appearance to the website
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Outback Steakhouse gets into the Aussie Spirit

Outback Steakhouse has partnered with the Australia Day Challenge by providing some much needed services for the VIP and Corporate Guests during game day.


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Luxury Yacht will play host for team lunch
The Luxury Yacht, The Ginn Sundancer, will play host to both the Souths and Leeds teams for lunch prior to the Media Day Press Conference. The use of the vessel has been donated by the Hammock Beach Resort
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Live Radio Broadcast Secured
Jacksonville Sports Radio has confirmed they will broadcast the Australia Day Challenge live in 1010XL sport radio. This not only means that the game will be heard in the Jacksonville Region on 1010am radio, but will be able to be heard globally via their Internet streaming at www.1010xl.com 
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40 States coming to Jacksonville
People from 40 different states will be in Jacksonville attending the Australia Day Challenge on Jan 26th. Combined with people from 9 other countries we are expecting this to be an amazing event for the city
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car offers special rates
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has come on board to offer some special rates to the fans traveling to Jacksonville for the Australia Day Challenge.
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Australia Day Fever to Hit Jacksonville
The Walkabut 2 Cafe will hold it's second annual Australia Day Celebration on the eve of the Australia Day Challenge
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Jacksonville Added to the G'day USA Program of Events
G’day USA adds the Australia Day Challenge in Jacksonville to the official events list for American based celebrations
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Axemen at the Annual Australian Festival
The Jacksonville Axemen set up a promotions booth at the annual Australian Festival that was held in Ft Lauderdale Florida this past weekend to promote the Australia Day Challenge
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Preferred Hotels Named
The first preferred hotels for fans and supporters visiting Jacksonville for the Australia Day Challenge have been named
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Just how passionate is Russell Crowe about the Rabbitohs

Russell Crowe wears his Souths Sydney gear so often that Denzel Washington recently suggested he needs to go shopping


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Axemen Highlight Video on You Tube
The Axemen have a Highlight video on the internet
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Russell Crowe coming to Jacksonville for Monday Night Football

Could Russell Crowe be the good luck charm the 4-1 Jacksonville Jaguars need to topple the 5-0 Colts Monday night in Jacksonville??


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Jacksonville gets to see a Championship winning team

The Leeds Rhinos have won the Grand Final Game in the Superleague Competition in the United Kingdom. Winning this game is the equivalent of the NFL's Superbowl here in the states


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You Tube Video of the South Sydney Documentary
A video of the South Sydney Documentary that starts on USA TV this month has hit You Tube
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South Sydney Story on USA TV starting Oct 10th

South Sydney Story is an in-depth look at Academy Award winning actor Russell Crowe’s and Australian businessman Peter Holmes à Court’s mission to transform a flagging team into a superclub fit for the new millenium.


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International Fan base heading to Jacksonville


The Jan 26th Rugby League game that is going to be played at UNF in Jacksonville is attracting many fans from across the nation and from overseas.


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Souths/Leeds game gets its first Sponsor
Fionn MacCools Irish Pub and Restaurant, who has been a long time sponsor of the Jacksonville Axemen, have signed on to be a sponsor of the Australia Day Game
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Russell Crowe and Rugby League liked by Media

The Jacksonville Media has echoed their acceptance of Russell Crowe and the Sport of Rugby League after the press conference yesterday


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Russell Crowe announces ticket sales

Russell Crowe visited Jacksonville to announce the Australia Day International Rugby League game and to open the sale of tickets


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Russell Crowe is in Jacksonville
Russell Crowe and a small team of administrator are in Jacksonville Today to visit the city before the Jan 26th game between South Sydney and Leeds Rhinos
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Axemen continue to help local Rugby Union Club
The Jacksonville Axemen continue to support the local Jacksonville Men Rugby Union team in various way to ensure that both codes get are helping raise the level of the word Rugby in Jacksonville
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AMNRL Grand Final DVD's Ready For Sale
The Axemen are now able to offer DVD's of the 2007 AMNRL Grand Final for sale in the USA
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Russell Crowe Interview by Sports Illustrated
Last week SI writer Richard Deitsch interviewed actor Russell Crowe for the magazine's Q&A. The 3:10 to Yuma star co-owns an Australian rugby team, the South Sydney Rabbitohs.
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Axemen return Favor to Jaguars
The Jacksonville Axemen have found a way to try and return the support that the Jaguars have showed them over the last season and help a great cause at the same time
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Souths and Leeds both in final in OZ and the UK
The two teams that will visit Jacksonville in Jan of 2008 have both secured finals (play offs) spots in each of their respective competitions in Australia and the United Kingdom
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Rugby League Puts Jacksonville on the International Stage

The Axemen have spent the last 4 days working with representatives from South Sydney Rugby League Club and the band Russell Crowe and The Ordinary Fear of God (TOFOG) to bring some big events to Jacksonville.


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Hardman Brings the Biff to Jacksonville

Old School Rugby League made a short visit to Jacksonville with Mr. Jeff Quigley taking a few days to see the Axemen operation


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Russell Crowe coming to Jacksonville
The Jacksonville Axemen are helping coordinate a Tour to Jacksonville by the Professional Rugby League team from Australia that is co-owned by Russell Crowe
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Grand Final a Huge Success

With a record crowd of just over 2000 fans the AMNRL Grand Final had everything the Axemen had promoted to the Jacksonville public.


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Wildcats win a nail biter in the last 2 minutes
The CT Wildcats have managed to win their second AMNRL Championship in a row after a last minute try to beat the Aston DSC Bulls by 4 points
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A Message from the AMNRL President
AMNRL CUP FINAL X WILL CELEBRATE A NUMBER OF LEAGUE MILESTONES 
The American National Rugby League will celebrate not only ten years of Rugby League in the USA but also the tenth Cup Final to crown the champion Rugby League club in the nation.

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Jacksonville Suns Partner with Prize

The Jacksonville Suns have partnered with the Axemen in donating a wonderful prize for the Half Time Raffle at the AMNRL Grand Final this Saturday


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CT Wildcats vs Aston DSC Bulls for the National Title
The CT Wildcats will try to defend their AMNRL Title against the Aston DSC Bulls this Saturday at Hodges Stadium for the right to be crowned National Champions for the 2nd year in a row
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The Road to Jacksonville begins
The CT Wildcats and the Aston Bulls both got a first round bye after finishing one and two on the AMNRL ladder. Both are considered the favorites to visit Jacksonville on Aug 25th for the Grand Final Game
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Record Crowd attend the Jamaican Game
Approx 1500 Axemen fans showed up to see their local team take on the visiting Jamaican Rugby League team. With almost perfect weather and a great build up to the event they were not disappointed as the excitement started form the very first kick off
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Major Prize From the CVB in the $1 Raffle
The Jacksonville CVB (Convention and Visitors Bureau) will be offering the Major Prize for the Half Time Raffle at the Jacksonville Axemen game this weekend. The Package includes a weekend stay with continental breakfast at The Inn at Mayo Clinic, dinner for two at Sticky Fingers and two passes to Adventure Landing's Shipwreck Island Water Park. The package is valued at $251.
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National Pride on the line at UNF this Saturday

Thursday Aug 2nd will see the arrival of the Jamaican National Rugby League team to Jacksonville as the Jacksonville Axemen Rugby League Team plays host to them for both a Training camp and an International Game of Rugby League on Saturday Aug 4th.


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Increasing the Kids at Axemen Games
Jax 4 Kids is endorsing, promoting and advertising the Jacksonville Axemen Rugby League games as a option for families and kids to spend their Saturday afternoons. The Axemen are honored to have been giving such a boost and that such a great organization has "given the nod" to their events as a family friendly event.
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Apple Pope makes his return to the Axemen
After almost an entire season rehabbing injuries, the Axemen human wrecking ball, Apple Pope has been cleared to make his return to the playing Field. Apple was one of the stand out players for the Axemen last year and after watching him at practice Coach Spinner Howland said, "It is very obvious that he is ready to go!"
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Nothing to lose
With the Jacksonville Axemen now playing for pride, they are determined to put on a "spectacle" for their fans this Saturday when the New York Knights come to Florida. The Axemen have never lost more than one home game in a season before and they don't plan on starting now.
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UNF'ers Get reduced entry
The Jacksonville Axemen are showing their appreciation to both the Students and Staff at the University of North Florida by offering them $2 entry for the remainder of the 2007 season. Just show up with a UNF ID.
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AMNRL Celebrates 10 years on Rugby Leauge in the USA
The Jacksonville Axemen will take on the New Haven Warriors in Sea Isle City, NJ, this weekend as part of the AMNRL annual "War at the Shore". The weekend will see all the AMNRL teams come together in a day of Rugby League that will showcase the level of talent with 4 games being played at the New Jersey Shore venue.
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Former Axemen, Akarika Dawn signs a contract to play in Australia
Akarika Dawn signs a contract to play in Australia. Akarika Dawn who was a stand out player for the Jacksonville Axemen during the first part of the season has been offered a playing contract with the Burleigh Bears form the Gold Coast area in Queensland Australia.
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International Rugby League comes to Jacksonville in August
The Jacksonville Axemen will be hosting the Jamaican Rugby League Team in an effort to help spread the sport of Rugby League around the world and to increase the exposure to the City of Jacksonville as a great supporter of the sport here in the USA.
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Axemen get their own 30 minute TV show
Coach Spinner Howland, English Import player Ben Thompson and rookie Akarika Dawn, were invited to do a 30 minute TV special with Nick Alfano who is a personal trainer with Gracor Fitness.
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Axemen help promote Fitness with a FREE session this Saturday
The Jacksonville Axemen have teamed up with their fitness sponsor, Gracor Fitness, to offer a free Summer Shape up session this Saturday, June 23rd at 9am, at a local Jacksonville Beach Park
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Axemen win a nail biter over the Sharks
In front of a opening home crowd of 1000 fans the Jacksonville Axemen have pulled off an overtime win against the Bucks County (formerly New Jersey) Sharks.
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Jacksonville Busines Journal Profiles the Axemen
For those of you suffering from contact-sport withdrawal symptoms, the Jacksonville Axemen semi-pro rugby league team can provide enough runs, passes, kicks and brutal hits to get you through until football season fires up again in the fall.
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42 Below Vodka comes on Board with the AMNRL and the Axemen
The American National Rugby League is excited to present 42 Below Vodka as a primary sponsor of Rugby League in America.
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Axemen thank the City of Jacksonville
The Jacksonville Axemen would like to invite all City of Jacksonville, JEDC and Convention and Visitors Bureau employees and their families to attend the June 16th opener at a special rate of $2
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Axemen get their own gym and personal training partner
Gracor Fitness has joined the Jacksonville Axemen as a sponsor to offer personal training and a facility for the Axemen players to work out
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Kids 13 and under still get in for FREE at home games and get a chance to join the team
Continuing their commitment to the future of Rugby League in the USA, the Axemen are still admitting kids 13 and under into home games for free.
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-Axemen Get Ready for Kombat for the second year in a row
The Jacksonville Axemen took delivery of their 2007 kits making it the second year in a row the Kombat dresses the Axemen
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