A Legend Passes
The Axemen want to express their thoughts on the passing of Arthur Beetson. "Big Artie" was a TRUE legend in a world where the word is used way too often. For the Americans who read this, the closest NFL player I can think of would be Walter Payton or Joe Montana. If there was ever a man who you would want to promote as a role model in sports, Artie Beetson would be it. Google Arthur Beetson and try and comprehend just how great he was for a sport and a champion of Indigenous Australians. RIP Mr. Arthur Beetson.
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Axemen upset Aussie team to send players out with a win
The Jacksonville Axemen have defeated the Helensburgh Tigers from Australia to send two of the original players into retirement with a win. One of the changes to the team is the newest Axemen player, former Australian Kangaroo, Shannon Hegarty. The upset victory also handed the 2011 Rugby League Atlantic Cup to the British Police team on points differential
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Sharing Customs and Culture via Rugby League
Happy Thanksgiving to everyone - the Jacksonville Axemen will be hosting the Helensburgh Tigers from Australia and the British Police Rugby League Team from the UK to a full thanksgiving dinner at 2pm today. Some of the Axemen fans will also join the teams in the celebrations of thanks. It is our way of sharing local customs and culture with our wonderful visitors, all under the name of Rugby League - the GREATEST GAME OF ALL!
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Aussies win a tight one in the Atlantic Cup
QUICK UPDATE - The Helensburg Tigers from Australia and defeated the British National Police in what could be the best game of Rugby League ever played at Hodges Stadium. The final scoreline was 18 to 14 and the intense physical game was certainly on for the ages. The Axemen will now face off against the Australian visitors on Saturday at 2pm to determine the winner of the tournament
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Seeing in Thanksgiving in with Rugby League and $1 beers
On the Eve of one of the best holidays in the USA, two nations who are visiting will take part in a sporting battle that will be fueled by centuries of rivalry. As most of the USA prepares for Thanksgiving, the visiting Rugby League teams from Australia and Britain will battle it out at Hodges Stadium in the second game of the Atlantic Cup and the Axemen are inviting all of Jacksonville to come and watch the action from the seats and enjoy the $1 Beers.
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Tough Outing for the Axemen
The 2.5 months since their last game showed yesterday when the Axemen struggled against a well coached British National Police side. A combination of fitness and some players having to change positions due to the unavailability of a few regular season starters saw the Axemen have issues with ball control and some defensive structure mistakes early in the game. They now focus on the game against the visiting Australian team Saturday Nov 26 and will have a chance to game plan when the British and Aussie teams battle Thanksgiving Eve at Hodges Stadium.
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LEST WE FORGET
On the Eleventh Hour, of the Eleventh Day, of the Eleventh Month, we stop to remember those who has sacrificed so much in our pasts, so we can enjoy a brighter future. Whether you call it Remembrance Day, Veterans Day, Armistice Day or Poppy Day, to those who have served, those who currently serve, and families of loved ones who paid the ultimate sacrifice, from any of the 18 Nations that recognize this day, when the clock strikes 11am we will take a short moment of silence to remember you.
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Duval County School Sports to benefit from Movie Premier
The Axemen will be donating 100% of the proceeds from the raffle that will be held at the Short Film Fest this Wednesday towards the effort to save sports in the Duval County schools. Axe Maiden Cheerleaders will be on site at the film fest selling $1 Raffle Tickets for some great prizes
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Axemen Head Coach to Co-Star in Short Film produced in Jacksonville.
 Axemen Head Coach, Spinner Howland, will make his big screen debut this coming Wednesday when the short film, "Kar Karma" is premiered at the Five Points Theater in Jacksonville. The Axemen will also be hosting a raffle at the event to help raise money for a local charity, something they have done at almost every event that they are apart of over the past 6 years.
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Axemen fall one short
The Jacksonville Axemen would like to send a huge thank you to all their Sponsors, Fans and Supporters, in Jacksonville, the USA and around the World for their continued support of the team. The Players, Administration and the Axe Maidens are humbled and flattered by everything you have all done for the team. We extend our apologizes for falling one game short of another National Championship appearance and we vow to be back better than ever. But more importantly today we extend our congratulations to the New Haven Warriors for their win and we wish them and the Philadelphia Fight the best as they prepare for the August 27 USA Rugby League National Championship Game in Philadelphia.
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Jacksonville - Are you going to be here?
JACKSONVILLE - ARE YOU GOING TO BE THERE?
AS THE AXEMEN TRY TO CREATE HISTORY THIS SATURDAY AND SECURE THEIR THIRD CONSECUTIVE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP APPEARANCE? WITH $5 ENTRY AND $1 BUD LIGHTS ALL GAME, DO YOU HAVE A REASON TO NOT SEE THIS LIVE?
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Axemen face biggest hurdle yet
History has a funny way of repeating itself and in doing so gives rise to epic battles that contain revenge, resolve, passion and sometimes just plain aggression in wanting something so badly you will go through any amount of pain to get it. Such a moment will be on display this Saturday as the only thing standing between the Axemen and their third consecutive National Championship appearance is the New Haven Warriors, who also just happen to be the team they defeated in the 2010 Championship game and then again in the home opener this season. The Warriors plan to repay the Axemen by putting an early end to their season.
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Axemen given praise from President
 The President of the USA Rugby League, Mr. Peter Illfield, has given the Jacksonville Axemen a glowing report and tons of praise after his recent visit with the Philly Fight Team.
"As Chairman of the USARL, I'm ecstatic about the Rugby League experience I've just had in Jacksonville.The Axemen exhume professionalism, hospitality and operational expertise. I see fans and sponsors who are proud of their membership and association with the Axemen, and who are also respectful and welcoming of the opposition and their guests. The game-day atmosphere is electrifying for them, yet intimidating for the team who, just hours before, landed."
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USARL Team on Man vs. Food
 The USA Rugby League will make a prime time TV appearance via the Rhode Island Rebellion Team as guests on the "Man vs. Food" TV Show that airs on the Travel Channel this Wednesday. Celebrity Host Adam Richman coaches Connor McQuade from the Rebellion team through the Olneyville NY System Hot Wiener Challenge. Just how many Fully Loaded Wieners did Connor have to eat?
The episode airs this Wednesday (August 9) on the Travel Channel.
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Axemen players turning to the NFL during their bye weekend
The Jacksonville Axemen will spend their playoff bye weekend putitng in two heavy practice sessions and also enjoying a chance to relax on Saturday evening at the open scrimmage with the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Axemen players will be headed to Everbank Field at 6pm on Saturday to watch the Jaguars scrimmage and they are encouraging all the fans to join them and inviting them to all come and sit in the same section as the players - The scrimmage is open to the public with FREE entry and reduced concessions that include $2 beers
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Axemen finish in top
The Firehouse Subs Jacksonville Axemen have ended the regular season as the #1 seed in the USA Rugby League after a 40 to 16 win over the Philly Fight in Jacksonville this weekend. The win gives the Axemen a home play off game on August 13 and also keeps the home win streak, of more than 3 years, alive. The Axemen ended the season giving up only 88 points in total to opponents, while scoring 334 for themselves. More details to come about this weekends game and the August 13 playoff and the lead up events.
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Jaguars finding Rugby this Weekend
The Axemen have saved the best till last with a huge range of entertainment and guest for this weekends REVENGE GAME against the Philly Fight. Former Jaguars Tony Boselli and Paul Frase will attended the game as special guests of Devono 7 Energy Drink, Firehouse Subs will be giving away "Firehouse For A Year", a record number of Halftime Raffle Prizes will be on offer, Axe Maiden Cheerleaders, Tom Bush offering prize packs and vehicle purchase discounts, $1 Bud Light Drafts, and it all starts on Friday with live drawings on Tom McManus Uncensored from 6am - 9am on 930am The Fox Sports Radio.
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2011 Merchandise Now On Sale Online
The Firehouse Subs Jacksonville Axemen have released their 2011 Merchandise for online sale - merchandise can be found by clicking on the "2011 Merchandise" link in the Upper Right Hand Side - All Prices include Shipping & Tax and can be shipped to any country - The Store is Open - COME AND GET IT!!
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Axemen keep their home win streak alive
The Jacksonville Axemen have kept their home win streak alive with a 30 to 4 defeat of the Rhode Island Rebellion. The game marks 3 years since the Axemen suffered a defeat in regular season or playoff games at home. The win has them sitting in second place behind the undefeated Washington DC Slayers, who they will face in DC this coming weekend. They will them return to Jacksonville to face the Philly Fight on July 30, who handed the Axemen their first defeat in 2 seasons last month in Philadelphia.
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Firehouse Subs Jacksonville Axemen thank area Firefighters
The Axemen have invited all area Firefighters and their families to attend the July 16 game against the Rhode Island Rebellion for FREE. The gesture is in part to recognize their title sponsorship with Firehouse Subs, but also to say thank you to the local area Men and Women who serve in one of the most dangerous occupations as recent area fires took the lives of two Firefighters. The Axemen will also host a special raffle to raise money for the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation - the prize will be an Autographed Axemen Jersey AND Firehouse Subs for a YEAR.
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Axemen resume their winning way and Hatchets draw with the Gearheads
The Firehouse Subs Jacksonville Axemen used their lose against the Philly Fight 2 weeks ago as motivation to get back to winning form in New Jersey this weekend and post a solid 62 to 6 win over the Titans. And in Daytona the Hatchets fought out a 12 all draw against the Gearheads in the reserve grade competition
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Season of Injuries
The injury toll for the Axemen continues to mount as the team prepares to head to New Jersey this weekend to take on the Titans. The Axemen now have a total of ten players who are unable to play for multiple weeks
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Axemen Win Streak Ends
After Two and a Half Seasons of not losing a regular season game and their only lose during that time being the 2009 National Championship, the Firehouse Subs Jacksonville Axemen have fallen to the Philadelphia Fight this past weekend by a score of 14 to 12, in what was 80 minutes of brutality. The game saw some of the heaviest defense of the season and also seen 3 players put in the Sin Bin for 10 minutes each, and another ejected from the game. The Axemen now turn their focus to winning the remainder of their games to advance to the Championship and keeping their most prized win streak, of not losing a home game in 3 years, in tact
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Axemen beat Oneida at MIT
The Firehouse Subs Jacksonville Axemen got their third win of the season over the Oneida FC club this past weekend in the game played at MIT in Boston, but they also got some concerning injuries as well. The 54 to 12 scoreline left little to be celebrated as the injury toll mounts for the Florida team
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Boston fall to Axemen on a Sunday
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An 18 hour flight from Boston to Jacksonville, saw the Boston 13s take on the Axemen at 9am on Sunday in what was the Axemens second game in 16 hours. Both teams proved that Rugby League players just "get on with it" and Axemen fans LOVE the their team
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New Zealand Police say thank you to Jacksonville
The Firehouse Subs Jacksonville Axemen are proud to pass on this wonderful Thank You Letter from the New Zealand Police Rugby League Team after their recent visit. Thank you to everyone who helped us make them feel welcome in our wonderful city.
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Replay of National Championship Game to open the season
This Saturday will see a replay of the 2010 National Championship Game as the home opener for the Axemen are they try defend their title. The New Haven Warriors will face the Axemen with kick off slated for 5pm at UNF.
It will also be the inaugural game for the Firehouse Subs Southeastern Rugby League Championship as the Daytona Gearheads take on the Jacksonville Hatchets in the curtain raiser game at 4pm.
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Axemen fall to New Zealand in the last minutes of the game
The New Zealand Fencibles Police Rugby League team scored a try in the dying minutes to tie the score at 32 all and then added the conversion to come away with a 34 to 32 point win over the Jacksonville Axemen at Hodges Stadium in Florida. The game was played in 96 degree (36 Celsius) heat and high humidity that led officials to use the four quarters format to ensure player safety would not be a concern from heat related and dehydration issues.
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Axemen training camp draws 6 nations
38 athletes from the USA, Australia, New Zealand, England, France and even 2 from Papua New Guinea attended day one of the Axemen open training camp. Former American Football players, Wrestlers and Lacrosse players make up the mix of rookies. Todays Full Contact Scrimmage at 4pm is going to be fast and very physical. The event is open to the public.
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Calling all Athletes
May 6/7/8 - Athletes from all area sports teams are invited to attend training camp if they have an interest in being considered for the 2011 Axemen team. There is no cost to attend the camp weekend but all potential players will be expected to achieve minimum fitness testing results at the camp to be considered
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ANZAC Day
The Jacksonville Axemen would like to send wishes to all their fans and the people of two of the most powerful Rugby League countries on earth, Australia and New Zealand, who will remember ANZAC Day on April 25 - "They did not grow old, as those who were left grew old. Age did not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun, and in the morning, we will remember them. LEST WE FORGET!
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Axemen training camp and open tryouts
May 6/7/8 will be the open training camp and tryouts for the 2011 Firehouse Subs Jacksonville Axemen. Camp will be held at the University of North Florida and will include a full contact scrimmage on Saturday (May 7) that will be open to all fans and the general public.
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Season Tickets now on sale
Axemen 2011 Season Tickets, Memberships, International Supporter Packets and even donations, are now on sale. Season tickets start at just $20 that include pre-season, regular season and home play-off games, and yes the Axemen will continue with the tradition of $1 Beers and all home games - you can buy your tickets by clicking on the link at the top right of the Axemen home page
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USARL Website is live
The United States of America Rugby League website is live and ready to present, promote and educate the USA about the great sport of Rugby League. It is like a cross between regular Rugby and American Football - it is the worlds TOUGHEST SPORT!
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Clarifying the Axemen stance on National Team Selection
Just like no player should consider himself above or more important than the team, this principle must work in both directions, therefore the team must also show a commitment to allow all players the opportunity to obtain the highest honor that any athlete can achieve in representing their country in international competition.
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USA Company chosen as Ball Partner
 The USARL has Partnered with a USA Company for the Balls that will used for the 2011 Season. Vanguard Rugby will be the official supplier of game balls for all USARL Teams.
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Rugby with Sticks - well kind of
LAX IN JAX - What if they gave Rugby Players sticks and then told them to go play a game. I imagine we would get something close to Lacrosse - your chance to see top level Lacrosse is coming to Jacksonville this Sunday at Everbank Field in the Moe's Southwest Grill Sunshine Classic - JU vs. Georgetown and Notre Dame vs. Duke - Sunday Feb 20 - starts at 12pm
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Axemen Start Youth Rugby League in Orlando
Axemen and USA National team full back, Kenny Britt, has started the first expansion efforts for the Axemen into the Youth. Kenny hosted the first "Youth Rugby League" camp at the Lake Mary Prep School in the Orlando area
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Spinner Howland joins McManus Uncensored
 Axemen founder and Head Coach has become the permanent Co-Host on the McManus Uncensored Sports Talk Radio Show in Jacksonville. Spinner will join former Jaguar linebacker, Tom McManus, every weekday from 6am to 9am to discuss the hot sports topics and plenty more subjects as well - the show can be heard in Jax on 930am radio and two ways around the world via the internet
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Showing Loyalty to those who support us
As we move into the 2011 season and start to get our sponsors confirmed we would like to take a moment to recognize and thank all those who helped us during our Undefeated National Championship winning season. We hope that all our supporters and fans consider them when in need of the product or service they offer. Many of those listed are set to return to us in 2011 and we hope we can show an even bigger value in your partnership with the Jacksonville Axemen - very simply put, THANK YOU!
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Happy New Year
Happy 2011 everyone and heres to a MASSIVE year for the Axemen, the Axe Maidens, our players, our fans and our sponsors. WE can all make this our best season ever!!
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Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all our Sponsors, Supporters and especially our fans here in JAX and from all over the world. THANK YOU ALL!!!
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What a great event
The Jacksonville Axemen put on a great event with plenty of entertainment for everyone during the Rugby League Atlantic Cup - you can see a highlight video narrated by Brandon Molale and Kevin Porter courtesy of Jacksonville.com (click here)
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USA wins Atlantic Cup
The USA has won the Rugby League Atlantic Cup for the second straight year after defeating Canada 46 to 12 in Jacksonville, Florida
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USA v Canada game heating up
The USA v Canada game will be even hotter with another Jacksonville company getting on board as a sponsor. Howler Monkey Sauce has joined the ever growing list of Jacksonville based companies to support Rugby League events and will be on hand to "bring the heat" on the field as the players provide the on field fireworks
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USA defeat Jamaica
The USA has beaten Jamaica 36 to 26 in the opening round of the Rugby League Atlantic Cup that saw all sorts of action. From the massive hits, injuries, blood and some bazaar stoppages. Jermain Wray from Jamaica was named Man of the Match
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Nov 16 Update
November 16 - 12noon - Event Press Conference present by Firehouse Subs (Days Inn - Atlantic Blvd - Neptune Beach
5.30pm - Gates open at Hodges Stadium for a 6.30pm kick off - USA vs. Jamaica
Game Day Ticket Info - click here
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Axemen have players on all three teams
With the final release of all three teams who will compete in the Atlantic Cup, the Axemen have learned they have members on all three teams - Current or former Axemen players will pull on Jerseys for the USA, Canada and Jamaica
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Redhook providing Liquid Goodness at Atlantic Cup
 Redhook ESB has remained loyal to Rugby League and become the Official Beer of the Rugby League Atlantic Cup. Redhook, who also sponsors the Jacksonville Axemen, will be on sale via their ESB Draft at all three Atlantic Cup games - It really is Liquid Goodness and at $3 for a 16oz draft it is Really Good Liquid Goodness
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Axemen honored to be able to help long term sponsor
Ridge Sink from Outback Steakhouse was one of the first sponsors to show support for the Axemen in their inaugural 2006 season and he has continued that support ever since. The Axemen now have an opportunity to give something back to him as he hosts a golf tournament to raise money for a charity that is very personal to him - "We are honored to be able to give back to a guy that helped this team since before we even played a game"
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USA hold on against Canada in the Colonial Cup
The USA Tomahawks have held on defeat Canada in the Colonial Cup by 22 to 16 to give Apple Pope his first win as National Team Captain. The effort from Canada will prove very interesting for the November Atlantic Cup in Jacksonville. Both Jamaica and Canada will now be looking to get some revenge on US Soil
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Axemen Season Awards
The Axemen hosted their end of season awards at Time Out Sports Grill on Satruday and were joined by a ton of fans who were getting their first look at the National Championship trophy
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Axemen Awards to be presented this Saturday
The awards presentation for the Jacksonville Axemen will be held at Time Out Sport Grill this Saturday at 11.15am. All fans and supporters are invited to join the team to see who ends up with the various players awards and the coveted "Tony Weight" Club-man of the year award
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Axemen on National Team
4 Axemen players and the team trainer have been named on the USA National Team for September 19 international game in Kingston, Ontario against Canada
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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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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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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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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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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 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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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 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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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 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 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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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 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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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