Michael Baker (American football) facts for kids
| Position: | Wide receiver / Linebacker | ||||||||||
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| Born: | January 8, 1970 | ||||||||||
| Height: | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) | ||||||||||
| Weight: | 190 lb (86 kg) | ||||||||||
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| College: | West Virginia | ||||||||||
| Undrafted: | 1994 | ||||||||||
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Michael Baker was a talented American football player. He was born on January 8, 1970. Michael played for several teams during his career. He was known for being an offensive specialist. This means he was really good at helping his team score points.
Michael played seven seasons in the Arena Football League (AFL). He also played for the London Monarchs in the World League of American Football. Before turning pro, he played college football at West Virginia University.
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Michael Baker's Football Journey
Michael Baker had an exciting career in football. He started playing college football for the West Virginia Mountaineers. After college, he joined the professional ranks.
Early Professional Career
In 1995, Michael played for the London Monarchs. This team was part of the World League of American Football. It was a league that helped players develop their skills.
After that, Michael moved to the Arena Football League. He joined the St. Louis Stampede in 1996. The next year, in 1997, he played for the Albany Firebirds.
Grand Rapids Rampage Years
Michael found a long-term home with the Grand Rapids Rampage. He played for them from 1998 to 2002. These were some of his most successful years. He became a key player for the team.
Winning the ArenaBowl
One of Michael's biggest achievements was winning the ArenaBowl. This is the championship game of the Arena Football League. He helped the Grand Rapids Rampage win ArenaBowl XV. This was a huge moment for him and his team.
Michael's Awards and Skills
Michael Baker was recognized for his great play. He was a versatile player. He played as a Wide receiver, catching passes for touchdowns. He also played as a Linebacker, helping to stop the other team.
In 2001, he was named to the Second Team All-Arena. This means he was one of the best players in the league that year. He also made the All-Ironman Team in 1999. An "Ironman" player is someone who plays well on both offense and defense.
In 2000, Michael received the AFL HERO Award. This award honors players who show great sportsmanship and dedication.
Impressive Statistics
Throughout his career, Michael Baker put up some impressive numbers. He had 530 receptions, which means he caught the ball 530 times. He gained 5,709 receiving yards. He also scored 69 receiving touchdowns. On defense, he had 12 interceptions. In total, he scored 82 touchdowns during his career.
