11-5-2007 (Tupelo, Ms) The Mississippi MudCats are proud to announce that Linebacker Derrick White (6’3 240) has signed a contract to play for the Arizona Rattlers of the AFL.

Derrick led the MudCats in tackles in 2007, with 125 solo tackles and also led the league with 23.5 sacks. In high school, Derrick was an All American selection with over 100 tackles his senior year at Creek Side High School in Union city, Ga just outside of Atlanta. He joined the MudCats last season after his position as a standout linebacker for the Georgia Bulldogs.

Derrick is most known for having a non-stop motor on the field and superb pass rush skills. When asked about Derrick, MudCats assistant coach Kirk Broussard said, “Derrick is truly a diamond in the rough that has now shined through. He was the glue for our defense this year. I knew I had hit the jack pot when I found him during the recruiting process in the off season.”

The MudCats kickoff the season in March 2008 season tickets are available by calling 662-842-7448.

Team
Press Release
11/8/2007

MudCats announce plans for
Back-to-back Open player tryouts in December

November 8th, 2007 (Tupelo, Ms) The Mississippi MudCats of the American Indoor Football Association announce plans to host back –to- back open player tryouts. The first in Birmingham, AL on December 1st at Sports Blast Shelby County 19220 Hwy. 280 East Birmingham, AL 35242. The second in Tupelo, Ms on December 8th. At Robbins field. All athletes are required to sign a waiver and pay $60 cash only registration fee. Athletes are required to bring indoor cleats, or turf shoes, sneakers and dress in workout gear. Pads should not be worn. The MudCat coaching staff will administer various timing and position drills. (This event is open to the public). Visit www.mississippimudcats.com for more details. “We are very excited about the up and coming season, and we are still looking for some good local talent. I have coached in Texas and Florida and can honestly say that the Mississippi and Alabama area has some of the best talent around, and we are looking for that next local product that will represent our franchise here in Tupelo.” Coach Brents

Tryout Details
- Where: Sports Blast Shelby County 19220 Hwy. 280 East Birmingham, AL 35242 & Tupelo Robins field
- When: Saturday, Dec. 1st & Saturday Dec. 8th
Saturday –Dec. 1st Registration begins at 12 noon in Birmingham, AL
Saturday- Dec. 8th Registration begins at 9am. In Tupelo, Ms
Note: This will be the second & third tryouts held by the MudCats. There will be a $60 dollar fee to players trying out unless they preregister ($50)
For Pre-Registration please contact Kirk Broussard @ 662-842-1791 Ext. 407 or kirk.broussard@mississippimudcats.com
Visit the MudCats at www.mississippimudcats.com
You will receive a $10.00 discount for pre-paying the registration fee. Same Day registration will be $60.00.
Players will be test by MudCat Coaching staff during this Elite work out
Event will consist of 40 yard dash/ 20 yard dash L- Drill /Pro Shuttle /
Position Drills, and one on one drills (These drills will
Be Performed on turf-and grass Players will need to bring turf shoes or sneakers)
Visit: www.sportsblastsc.com

All interested athletes please read the following:
Participants must be at least 18 years old and should bring a copy of photo identification and a current insurance card. Mississippi MudCats and Waide professional sports LLC will not be liable for any pre-existing conditions of any athlete participating in an open tryout for consideration of membership of the Mississippi MudCats Indoor Football team. If an athlete does not have current insurance, then a waiver releasing Waide Professional sports, LLC must be signed by the athlete or they will not be allow to participate.

Love re-signs with MudCats

(Tupelo, MS) - The Mississippi MudCats of the AIFA announced that defensive tackle and West Point, Mississippi native Tim Love has re-signed with the team for the upcoming 2008 season.

Love (6”4"-330) is a former D2 All American Selection from Harding University and will be entering his second professional football season. Last year he established himself as one of the premier defensive linemen in indoor football with 43 tackles and 11.5 sacks.

Head coach Brian Brents said, “Tim brings that foundation to the defensive line that the team needs to succeed. As a veteran, we expect his leadership to guide our other players and help bring us to victory.”

For information on season tickets and sponsorship opportunities with the Mississippi MudCats for the upcoming 2008 season, please call (662) 842-7448 or visit the MudCat website at www.mississippimudcats.com

Waide joins Waide Professional Sports and MudCats

Lea Waide, formerly of Los Angeles, is now assisting Jim Waide, the new owner of the Mississippi MudCats, with special events and fundraising in Tupelo. Lea is a special events coordinator, owner of Red Affairs, an event production company, and nationally ranked professional fitness competitor.

Lea worked recently with TMG Productions on the “Best of Nevada Real Estate Awards,” hosted by actor Mario Lopez. In L.A., she worked on special events at Hollywood celebrity hotspot Lucky Strike, such as the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Celebrity Rock ‘n Bowl and the Marcus Allen Celebrity Invitational.
Lea Waide was born in West Point, Miss., to Jim and Jacque Waide. Her mom owned the Dancers’ Studio, where Lea began dancing at age 3. Her father is renowned civil rights attorney Jim Waide of Tupelo. Her mother, Jacque Hillman, is a professional journalist and art jewelry designer for Reconfigured. Her stepfather Jesse Hillman works in Internet security for the State of Tennessee.

Lea moved to Somerville, Tenn., where she continued her dance and acrobatic training at the Karen Thorpe School of Dance, Memphis Classical Ballet, and the Mid South Academy of Performing Arts. She was a UCA All-Star cheerleader, ran track and played volleyball during her junior high and high school years at Fayette Academy. Graduating as an honor student, she left for the University of Tennessee Knoxville where she pledged Kappa Delta and joined the nationally ranked UT Dance Team.
After spending 3 years at UT, Lea moved to Las Vegas to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. She auditioned with Dick Foster Productions for the show "Imagine," which was featured at the Luxor Hotel and Casino and landed a job as a dancer, acrobat, and performer of Spanish Web, a Cirque Du Soleil style specialty act.

Meanwhile, she graduated from the University of Nevada Las Vegas with a B.S. in Marketing. She began competing in fitness and after winning state titles, she won the Fitness USA, qualifying her for professional status. Along the way, Lea, who is already a licensed dance instructor, attended the USA International Stunt School and received her certification.

Beginning a career in special events was a natural fit given her entertainment and marketing background. Lea created highly successful special events in Las Vegas and L.A. catering solely to the entertainment industry. Now Lea is excited to bring her talents to North Mississippi, the MudCats and the community. She continues to compete as a professional fitness competitor and hopes to share her knowledge of living fit with all those who aspire to a healthier lifestyle.