Corpus Christi Tritons release eight players including veterans as dispute over payment lingers

Editor’s Note: This article has been updated to reflect a statement provided from Arena Football One.

CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS — The Corpus Christi Tritons announced it released and suspended much of its roster as the organization’s future remains uncertain.

The team released eight players including veteran wide receiver Darius Prince and defensive back Dwayne Hollis according to the league’s transaction list on Tuesday. The moves follow the Triton’s recent 100-12 blowout loss to the Albany Firebirds where majority of the players sat out in a protest over allegedly not receiving their weekly pay.

“Last night for the first time in my 10-year career I had to sit out of a game for reasons outside my control! I have and will continue to give this game all I have while I can. I just want to be happy and play football.” Prince shared in a Facebook status on April 276

Next day on April 27, Prince posted a photo of his jersey outside of a room with the caption, “thank you Corpus for the memories.”

“Over the past week, there has been widespread news, rumors, speculation, and innuendo about the Corpus Christi Tritons and their status as members of Arena Football One. [AF1] is aware of all of this, and more that is not public at this time. We are working with all players, coaches, and teams to diligently gather all the relevant facts and information prior to a final resolution of this complex and fluid situation All information provided via theAF1.com is accurate and up to date, including schedules and player transactions.” A league representative shared in a statement.

The Tritons next game is scheduled for May 12 on the road against the Oregon Lightning.

Below is the transaction list copied from the Arena Football One website.

Arthur	Anderson	Corpus Christi	WR
Isiah	McFarland	Corpus Christi	DB
Torrence	Williams	Corpus Christi	DL
Reggie	Howard	Corpus Christi	DL
Darius	Prince	Corpus Christi	WR
Dwayne	Hollis	Corpus Christi	DB
Terrance	Ames	Corpus Christi	OL
Jamell	Winn II	Corpus Christi	DL

The following players have been placed on team suspension.

Aeden	Johnson	Corpus Christi	K
Jerron	McGraw	Corpus Christi	WR

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