Davis who is a four-year AFL Veteran and Culton who played for the Indianapolis Colts will help bring some more depth to the receiver position. “Davis and Culton both did well in practice” remarked Coach Barto. “They are going to be two strong additions to the wide receiver position”.

Coach Barto continues to see strength in WR Reggie Harrell. “Reggie had a very strong day of practice yesterday. He continues to improve day in and day out. With his size, speed and hands he has a chance to be a very good player”, said Coach Barto.

Defensive Back Earthwind Moreland caught Coach Barto’s eye in yesterdays practice. “Earthwind made some big time plays yesterday. I have enjoyed Earthwind's work ethic and competitive nature” said Coach Barto.

Head Coach Barto and his staff continue to bring the intensity on to the field, and expect nothing less from their players. Coach Barto has a record of winning and creating successful teams, and has made it very clear to each player on the field, they are there to win and win only. Gladiators currently have 37 players on their roster and in two weeks as per league rules must cut down to a 24-man roster. The next two weeks will continue provide evidence for the Coaches of those who have what it will take to turn this team around.

Training camp is open to the public and practices are held outside the Orleans Arena. The first practice begins at 9:30-11:30 and the second practice goes from 2:45-4:45pm.

The Gladiators will kickoff their 5th season on the road March 4th against the Austin Wranglers at 1pm. Season tickets for the 2007 Las Vegas Gladiators home schedule are on sale now and can be purchased by calling the Las Vegas Gladiators office at 702-731-4977.

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January 21, 2007
Former UNLV Rebel Charley Hoffman became the second rebel in a row to win the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic on Sunday. Last years winner was Rebel; Chad Campbell. Where the Hope is played, near Palm Springs, Ca. the locals call it, "the desert". Well, maybe the Rebels feel right at home in "the desert".
In the weather-plagued final round on Sunday, Hoffman won his first PGA Tour title by knocking in a 4-foot birdie putt to beat John Rollins on the first playoff hole.

Hoffman birdied No. 17 and eagled the 18th to force the playoff. He closed with a 1-under 71 on The Classic Club course to match Rollins (73) at 17-under (343).

The first playoff hole was all it took as Rollins hit his tee shot into the fairway bunker. Hoffman finished with an easy two putt birdie and the par 5 as Rollins made a good effort, but settled for a Par.

The victory comes off of Hoffman’s best year as a pro last year. He nearly won the PGA event in Vegas last year, playing steady but faltering down the home stretch. Look for him this October to be a factor with a win now under his belt.