Norfolk Nighthawks

Norfolk Nighthawks
Established 1999
Folded 2003
Played in Norfolk Scope
in Norfolk, Virginia
League/conference affiliations
af2 (20002003)
  • American Conference (2000–2003)
    • Eastern Division (2001)
    • Atlantic Division (2002–2003)
Current uniform
Team colorsBlue, gold, white
     
Personnel
Team history
  • Norfolk Nighthawks (2000–2003)
Championships
League championships (0)
Conference championships (0)
Division championships (0)
Playoff appearances (1)
Home arena(s)

The Norfolk Nighthawks were a charter member of the AF2. They played their home games at The Norfolk Scope Arena in Norfolk, Virginia. After a very impressive inaugural season, the Nighthawks never made it back to the playoffs and ceased all operations after the 2003 Af2 season. The Nighthawks coaches were: Deatrich Wise (2000–01), Mike Buck (2002), and Rick Frazier (2003). The assistant coaches were: Ron Hill, Offensive Coordinator, Ed Cunningham, Line coach, Keith Easley, Defence and Quality Control. The primary owners were Kenny Easley, Jr. (2000–03) and Bruce Smith (2000-03). Billy Mann served the team as General Manager, Patricia Easley and Adianna Manzella were the front office leaders. Corporate Sales was covered by Don Mears, Sr.