Opening the campaign at 0-3 and then putting together a number of results that allowed them to claim the last remaining Div 2 play-off spot. Unfortunately that meant a trip down to the much fancied Coventry Jets.

During this roller coaster ride, the team have been putting together a long-term plan for the sport in their area, drawing on the experiences of other teams from across the country.

“In the past we have been complacent and expected everything to come to us,” said the Hurricanes new Director of Football, Bruce Foster.

“But we have realised that if we want to be a long term success we need to create opportunities to succeed.”

“We need to raise our sports profile by get up of our backsides and get involved in the community, especially at grassroots level.”

Before the 2005 campaign was completed the Hurricanes held their AGM which witnessed the re-structuring of the committee with the addition of a number extra positions which they hope will reflect the positive and active role they are seeking to play in the Dundee and Tayside area.

A 3 year plan was drawn up which will allow the committee to focus on a number of key areas that may have been sorely neglected in the past, generating partnerships with local sports initiatives and local councils.

This will include the launch of a weekly flag football sessions, backed by Dundee City Council, for kids aged between 8 and 13 years old.

Bruce added: “We are already actively recruiting for our senior team through promotional events and local Universities.”

“Our website has been re-organised and re-launched www.dundeehurricanes.com and we will be re-branding our logo to standardise our image for football in the city across all ages.”

“We are currently assisting with the largest private school in Tayside (Dundee High School) who contacted us regarding starting a school team.”

This year saw Bruce stepped down as Head Coach of the senior team to become the Hurricanes Director of Football, with 2005 Offensive Coordinator Alex Brannan taking over Bruce’s remit.

Bruce’s new role will entail coaching development, player development and grassroots development liasing with new Grassroots officer Fraser Thomson.

“The one thing we have forgotten over the past few years is youth football. Its because of the Dundee Storm that seen the formation of the Hurricanes in 2002,”said Bruce.

“We need to have a steady supply of players coming through into the seniors from our future grassroots programme.”

“We are attempting to lay a solid foundation with our planned partnerships with Dundee Council and Dundee High School. Negotiations are still ongoing with Angus Council with the aim of starting up the same weekly sessions.”

“A lack of revenue is always a problem for most teams in Scotland and the UK. So we have also appointed a new fundraising committee.”

“They have a number of great ideas that will enable the team to purchase much needed training equipment.”

“A major part of raising our awareness will be our upcoming range of team merchandising. All the usually stuff will be available, helping to raise awareness of the sport in our area and across the country.”

“Only time will tell whether our hard work will pay off. But one thing is sure, it won't be through a lack of trying.”

The Hurricanes are also holding a series of "Come & Try" sessions, for all ages throughout October. Starting 16th October at Dawson Park (11am-1pm).

If anyone wants more info contact Media Officer, Mark Craig at m.craig@virgin.net