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Building champions daily

Forged by Fire.
Built For Pressure.

At the Tampa Bay Inferno, we don’t just show up on game day — we build, prepare, and compete every single day. As a women’s professional tackle football organization, our commitment goes far beyond the field. We are dedicated to developing elite athletes, fostering leadership, and creating an environment where discipline, accountability, and passion thrive.

Every practice, meeting, and rep is intentional. We believe a winning culture is built through consistency, preparation, and trust in one another. From rookies to veterans, every athlete who wears the Inferno name is expected to rise — physically, mentally, and as a teammate. This is more than football. This is a standard.

It Starts with the Culture

The Heart Behind the Heat

Our Mission

Our mission is to promote the growth and development of women’s football. Through providing a positive environment for all athletes to excel athletically and develop holistically, we are dedicated to creating healthy, strong, and well-rounded athletes. By utilizing the diverse backgrounds and talents of its members, we are committed to become positive role models in our community. As an organization, we look to cultivate athletic, personal, and professional growth, while promoting lifelong learning and commitment to community service. Through enhancing self-esteem, emphasizing the importance of education, promoting health and wellness, and encouraging others to follow their dreams regardless of barriers and obstacles that may stand in their way, Tampa Bay Inferno will serve as a community leader. Our mission celebrates the value and integrity of each person.

Our Vision

As the Tampa Bay Inferno organization grows in prominence and success, we seek to become a leader in the nation with women’s football. We will remain committed to provide quality athletic performance while maintaining the highest standards of integrity, teamwork and community service.

Our Values

Teamwork. Leadership. Hard Work. Perseverance. Vision. Faith. Service.

Our Creed

I respect my coaches, I believe in my team
I’m devoted to Inferno, I will not fail
I make no excuses, I play to win
But win or lose, I’ll do my best
This is my honor, this is my promise
Inferno football, Inferno for life
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Our Team Sponsors

Powered by Our Partners

We are proud to partner with organizations that believe in women’s professional football and support our mission on and off the field. Their commitment helps fuel our athletes, our community impact, and the continued growth of the Tampa Bay Inferno.

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Inferno success stories

Where Growth Turns Into Opportunity

Every season, we see athletes transform — rookies becoming starters, teammates becoming leaders, and individuals discovering what they’re capable of when held to a higher standard. These success stories aren’t just measured in wins, but in confidence gained, discipline developed, and the pride of wearing Inferno across your chest.

For athletes ready to rise to a higher standard.

Meet our leaders

Meet our Coaching Staff

A coaching staff committed to preparation, accountability, and building athletes ready to compete at the highest level.
Lori Johnson

Head Coach / Offensive Coordinator

Mike Boucher

Defensive Coordinator

Kesha Armstrong

Head coach

Jerry Sanders

Running Backs

Kim Shaw

Wide Receivers

Hector Rodriguez

Quarterbacks

Jose Calderon

Defensive Line and Special Teams

Darrell Baker

Defensive Backs

Darrell Baker Jr.

Assistant Coach

Matt Davis

Assistant Coach

Heather Smith

Assistant Coach