Articles filed under Rush
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Northwestern AD who resigned amid criticism hired by Rosemont to do marketing work
Jul 14, 2022 6:40 AM - Rosemont has hired a marketing guru who was Northwestern University athletic director for 10 days before stepping down amid fallout over his handling of sexual harassment allegations. -
Ex-Chicago Rush owner pleads guilty to fraud
Apr 6, 2016 3:48 PM - Former Chicago Rush owner David Staral finally pleaded guilty Wednesday to federal fraud charges leveled against him more than a year ago in connection with his doomed purchase of the Arena Football League team. The 36-year-old Waukegan native appeared before U.S. District Judge Ronald Guzman during an afternoon hearing and admitted to one count of bankruptcy fraud and one count of wire fraud. He spoke in a weak voice and wrung his hands when the hearing ended. Afterward, he quickly left the Dirksen Federal Courthouse without commenting.
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Former Rush owner arrested on fraud charges
Nov 24, 2014 7:30 PM - The former owner of the now-defunct Chicago Rush Arena Football League team has been arrested on a variety of fraud charges stemming from his purchase of the team last year. David Staral Jr., 35, of Kenosha, Wis., is accused of concealing income from creditors and the bankruptcy trustee as well as lying about the state of his personal finances when he purchased the team. -
With Rush gone, AFL sets realignment for 2014 seasonOct 29, 2013 4:11 PM - With the Chicago Rush franchise sitting out the season after failing to find a bankable owner, Arena Football League executives met in Elk Grove Village this week to announce the league's realignment and share best marketing practices as it prepares for its 27th season in 2014. With 14 teams in the mix, AFL officials announced division alignment for the 2014 season on Tuesday. The AFL will feature four divisions within two conferences based on geographic relationships, according to a statement released by the AFL.
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AFL playoffs start with Shock vs. RushJul 31, 2013 3:53 PM - The Chicago Rush kick off the 2013 AFL playoffs Thursday night in Spokane, Washington against the Shock. The Rush finished the season with a record of 10-8, while the Shock finished at 14-4.
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Report: Rush gives up final games at AllstateMay 24, 2013 6:59 PM - According to a published report, the Chicago Rush has played its last home game this season at Allstate Arena in Rosemont, and two home games in July will be moved elsewhere as the Arena Football League tries to control its costs since taking over the franchise.
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Rush to salute military families SundayMay 13, 2013 4:29 PM - The Chicago Rush will host Military Appreciation Day at 3 p.m. Sunday during their Arena Football League game with Arizona Rattlers at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont. The Rush have teamed up with the Wood Dale-based iD Commerce + Logistics to make Sunday's game free to all veterans, active military personnel, and their families.
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Rush owner's money issues force league to take over team
May 7, 2013 4:35 PM - For the second time in franchise history, the Arena Football League has taken over operations for the Chicago Rush, whose new owner is accused of failing to pay the team's bills. "It's a sad situation because it's such a good product," Allstate Arena General Manager Pat Nagle said. -
Rush looks to extend winning streakMay 2, 2013 3:32 PM - The Chicago Rush (4-2) returns to the Allstate Arena Saturday night to face off against the Philadelphia Soul (2-3) at 7 p.m., marking the Soul's first visit since 2011.
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Rush earns first AFL win at San AntonioApr 6, 2013 3:32 PM - The Chicago Rush escaped from Texas with their first Arena Football League win of the season, defeating the San Antonio Talons 4841.
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