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George LaFrance

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George Herbert LaFrance III (born September 24, 1965) is an American former professional football player who was an offensive specialist in the Arena Football League (AFL). In a playing career lasting twelve years, he played for the Detroit Drive (1988–1993), Tampa Bay Storm (1994–1999), and New Jersey Red Dogs (2000). In 2002, he served as general manager of the af2's San Diego Riptide.[1]

Born (1965-09-24) September 24, 1965 (age 60)
New Iberia, Louisiana, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
Listed weight180 lb (82 kg)
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PositionOffensive specialist
Personal information
Born (1965-09-24) September 24, 1965 (age 60)
New Iberia, Louisiana, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
Listed weight180 lb (82 kg)
Career information
High schoolNew Iberia Senior
CollegeBaker
NFL draft1987 (undrafted)
Career history
Playing
Operations
Awards and highlights
Career AFL statistics
Receptions629
Receiving yards9,004
Receiving touchdowns197
Kick return yards9,298
Kick return touchdowns13
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Career

LaFrance attended Baker University in Baldwin City, Kansas, where he played as a wide receiver for two years.[2]

LaFrance is in the AFL Hall Of Fame, and in ArenaBowl IX, wearing #25 for the Storm, became the only player to ever win ArenaBowl MVP 3 times. LaFrance is the career leader in Tampa Bay Storm all-purpose yards with over 20,000.

Retirement

In 2012, the 47-year-old LaFrance cited his desire to return to the AFL after 12 seasons of retirement.[3] LaFrance stated, "You can always think. I'm in good shape. It would be during the playoffs. What team I'm looking at, I don't know. A team that's ready. I'll keep that wide open."[3]

LaFrance is currently athletic director at Navajo Technical University in Crownpoint, New Mexico.[4]

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