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March 19, 2018Arena Football League, Arena Football League Players Union Reach Agreement on CBA
Four-year deal will nearly double player compensation, expand health care coverage
The AFL and AFLPU announced today that they have reached a new four-year collective bargaining agreement, subject to final ratification by the players. The deal will on average nearly double player compensation and will expand health care coverage for players while simultaneously positioning the League for growth and expansion opportunities. The League is also announcing today that the free agency period will begin on Monday at 7:00 a.m. with players expected to sign immediately. Training camp will open for the 2018 season on Saturday, March 24th and the League is now focused on preparations for opening weekend on April 13th and 14th.
“We believe passionately in this League,” said Ron Jaworski, Chairman of the AFL Executive Committee. “We love the game, and our players and coaches show incredible talent, dedication and heart every time they step on the field. We are thrilled that we were able to reach this agreement, and we look forward not only to an exciting 2018 season, but to big potential for League growth and expansion through new tech, digital and virtual gaming partnerships. We are only just getting started.”
Last month, the AFL announced exciting new playoff rules changes for the 2018 that guarantee the excitement of a home playoff game in every city and a new League-wide ticket pass that will give fans a chance to experience arena football in every market on the road. Additional technology and virtual gaming-related partnership announcements are forthcoming soon.
