UFL Announces New York Franchise’s Owner

Businessman Bill Mayer was introduced today as the owner of the United Football League’s New York franchise during a press conference attended by UFL Commissioner Michael Huyghue and New York coach Ted Cottrell. Mayer is the founder of Park Avenue Equity and has over 35 years of experience in private equity investing. “We are very excited to have Bill Mayer join the UFL as owner of our New York franchise,” Huyghue said in a statement. “Bill’s business acumen and leadership skills will be an incredible resource to the League and the New York team. “We are in final negotiations for the New York stadium and look forward to announcing more information about all of our teams in the coming weeks, including team names, uniform design and schedule.” Mayer has a diverse background as a CEO and was a dean at the University of Maryland College of Business. “Affordable and accessible entertainment is paramount in today’s economic climate and this is what the UFL is offering,” Mayer said. The UFL held a workout over the weekend in Orlando, Fla., with former NFL players such as Travis Taylor, David Boston, Reche Caldwell, and Jermaine Wiggins trying out.