The late 90s were pretty good for the AFL. It actually felt like a pro game of some sort. Pretty good players back then.I had no idea. I think they started probably failing when they lost the ESPN contract at one point. Last time I saw the Barnstormers high lights there were hardly any fans in the stands. I figure it's only a matter of time before they fold. When I was younger (25ish) they made the championship game and the whole city was pumped up. Since then it's been down hill.