Coupeville grad Mitch Pelroy (left) was drafted Saturday by the Rivals Professional Football League. (Photo courtesy Pelroy)
He’s Florida-bound and he’s a pro.
Coupeville grad Mitch Pelroy has taken the next step on his journey, being selected by the Atlantic Sharks Saturday during the Rivals Professional Football League player draft.
Pelroy, coming off a stellar run as a defensive back and return specialist at the University of Montana Western, reports to training camp in Miami Feb. 1.
He went on the fifth pick in round 26 Saturday, and signed a four-year, performance-based contract with the Sharks.
“The work is just beginning, but it’s a big step in the right direction,” Pelroy said. “I can technically say I’m a pro football player now.
“Trust the process, work hard and chase those dreams while I can.”
The RPFL is an eight-team league, with four teams in Florida and four in Michigan.
The Sharks will face off with the Miami Blaze, Florida Red Wolves and South Beach Silverbacks during an eight-week schedule from March to May.
Win the title and they would advance to play the best team from Michigan in the televised league championship.
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