The Northern Arizona Wranglers, stationed in West Bend, Wisconsin, stand as a formidable presence in the GLFL's West division. Since joining the league in its inaugural year of 2012, the Wranglers, currently under the guidance of General Manager Jason Richmond, have etched their mark on the league, reaching the pinnacle of competition with two Lakefront Bowl appearances in 2022 and 2023, though narrowly falling short to the Tucson Sugar Skulls and Milwaukee Mustangs, respectively.
| Northern Arizona Wranglers |
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| Established | 2012 |
| Headquarters | West Bend, WI |
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| Conference Affiliations | |
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| West | 2012-Present |
| Personnel | |
| General Manager | Jason Richmond |
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| Northern Arizona Wranglers (2012-Present) | |
| Championships | |
| Lakefront Bowl (0) | |
| Conference (2) | 2022, 2023 |
| Division (2) | 2016, 2023 |
| Playoffs (5) | 2012, 2015, 2022, 2023, 2025 |
| Winning Seasons (4) | 2012, 2015, 2016, 2023 |
Northern Arizona Wranglers |
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The Northern Arizona Wranglers were one of the original franchises, joining the league in 2012 under the leadership of general manager Steve Hruz. The team competed in the West Division throughout its history and experienced a mix of highs and lows over more than a decade of play.
The Wranglers’ inaugural season in 2012 was promising, as they finished 9-5 before falling in the first round of the playoffs to Tucson. However, consistency proved elusive in the early years. From 2013 to 2014, the team endured consecutive losing seasons, failing to qualify for the postseason. In 2015, Northern Arizona bounced back with a 7-6 record, advancing to the second round of the playoffs after defeating Chicago before losing a nail-biter to Milwaukee.
The 2016 season marked an unusual milestone when the Wranglers captured the West Division title despite finishing only 7-6, but they were denied a playoff berth due to league format rules at the time. Another losing season followed in 2017 before a major front office shift occurred in 2018, with Dan Shilts taking over as GM. That year brought another down campaign at 5-9, though the season was notable as Saquon Barkley won league MVP while on Northern Arizona’s roster.
After the COVID-19 shutdown in 2020, the team’s fortunes changed dramatically in 2022, when they reached their first-ever Lakefront Bowl Lakefront Bowl. That season featured a Cinderella playoff run: a 6-8 regular-season record, a first-round win over Vegas, and a stunning upset of Cleveland in the semifinals. Ultimately, the Wranglers fell short in the title game against Tucson, but Austin Ekeler earned league MVP honors for his stellar performance.
In 2023, Northern Arizona once again made a deep postseason run after finishing 9-5 claiming the division crown. They advanced to the Lakefront Bowl Lakefront Bowl by defeating Philadelphia in the semifinals before losing to Milwaukee. GM Dan Shilts was rewarded for his efforts by winning GM of the Year. However, the success was short-lived as the Wranglers regressed to 4-10 in 2024 under new GM Jason Richmond, missing the playoffs and signaling the beginning of another rebuild.
Explore the journey of the Northern Arizona Wranglers through the annals of the GLFL with our comprehensive list of seasons. This documentation outlines the season-by-season records of the Wranglers franchise from its inception in 2012 to the present day. Delve into each season's post-season accomplishments, league awards, and the guiding hands of the General Managers who steered the team through the dynamic landscape of fantasy football competition.
| Lakefront Bowl Champions | Conference Champions | Division Champions |
| Year | Div | W | L | Postseason | Awards | GM |
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| 2012 | West | 9 | 5 | Wild Card vs Tucson 62-104 L | Hruz | |
| 2013 | West | 5 | 9 | |||
| 2014 | West | 4 | 9 | |||
| 2015 | West | 7 | 6 | Wild Card vs Chicago 112-91 W Divisonal Playoffs vs Milwaukee 144-145 L |
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| 2016 | West | 7 | 6 | |||
| 2017 | West | 6 | 7 | |||
| 2018 | West | 5 | 9 | MVP | Shilts | |
| 2019 | West | 6 | 7 | |||
| Season Canceled | ||||||
| 2021 | West | 5 | 9 | Shilts | ||
| 2022 | West | 6 | 8 | Wild Card vs Vegas 161-152 W Divisonal Playoffs vs Cleveland 162-112 W Lakefront Bowl vs Tucson 122-185 L |
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| 2023 | West | 9 | 5 | Divisonal Playoffs vs Philadelphia 222-183 W Lakefront Bowl vs Milwaukee 137-182 L |
GMoY | |
| 2024 | West | 4 | 10 | Richmond | ||
| 2025 | West | 7 | 7 | Wild Card vs Boston 208.40-250.45 L | MVP | |
| Season Record | 80 | 97 | ||||
| Playoff Record | 4 | 6 | ||||
| Total Record | 84 | 103 | ||||
Embark on a reflection of pivotal leadership in the Northern Arizona Wranglers' history as we highlight notable General Managers who played instrumental roles in shaping the team's destiny. From the tenure of Steve Hruz, who navigated the initial six seasons, to the multiple conference championships under Dan Shilts, to the current reign of Jason Richmond. These astute leaders have left an indelible mark on the Wranglers's journey, contributing to the team's resilience and competitive spirit in the ever-evolving landscape of fantasy football.
| General Manager | Year | W | L | W% | GMoY | Lakefront Bowl Champs | Conf. Champs | Div. Champs | Playoffs | Winning Seasons |
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| Jason Richmond | 2024-Present | 11 | 17 | 0.286 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Dan Shilts | 2018-2023 | 34 | 41 | 0.453 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| Steve Hruz | 2012-2017 | 39 | 44 | 0.470 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Year | Player | Position | Points Scored |
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| 2018 | Saquon Barkley | RB | 386 |
| 2022 | Austin Ekeler | RB | 381 |
| 2025 | Christian McCaffrey | RB | 446.95 |
| Year | General Manager | Record |
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| 2023 | Dan Shilts | 9-5 |