The Redwoods begin the season on Oct. 17 against the New York Sentinels in the four-team UFL. Las Vegas and Orlando also have teams.

Fullback Ayanbadejo played nine seasons in the NFL, but not since 2006, and won a Super Bowl with Baltimore. His contract was terminated by the Bears in 2007 after he completed a four-game suspension for violating the league’s policy on anabolic steroids and related substances.

Sams, a wide receiver, spent parts of five seasons in the NFL, mostly as a kick returner.

“There is a tremendous amount of raw talent on this California squad that just needs some finessing and the opportunity to show their abilities,” said Redwoods coach Dennis Green.

“I am anxious to begin training camp in Casa Grande in September where we can really get back to the basics of playing football and the fundamentals of what it takes to win ballgames.” In all, the Redwoods signed 15 offensive players, 15 on defense and one special-teamer.

Some of the other sports clubs in your area have the following names:  Warriors, 49ers, Raiders, Kings, Athletics, Giants, and Sharks.  What do you do?

Based on fan support and input, the UFL (United Football League – http://www.ufl-football.com) went with what was arguably one of the WEAKEST names for a professional sports organization.

They were christened the San Francisco Rockfish.

But wait, as the late Billy Mays once said, there’s more…

The UFL just rechristened the team as the Calfornia Redwoods.

I don’t know about you, but I’m thinking that naming your sports club after an animal is better than naming it after a plant.

So with the premiere season of the fledging UFL less than two months away, I present this site to you, the to be and would be fans of the California Redwoods.

I am in the process of adding more features.  Your input and patience will help.

Thank you!