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AFL to announce Atlantic City team name March 7

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Ocean Resort Casino is the the Official Host Hotel of Atlantic City AFL.

ATLANTIC CITY - Atlantic City AFL will unveil the official name, logo, and uniform designs 6 p.m. Thursday, March 7 at 6 p.m. at Ocean Resort Casino's Ovation Hall. The reveal event will be open to all season ticket holders, partners, special guests and the media, giving them the first look at the team's name, logo and uniform designs. 

Of the 1,750 plus name submissions from fans, the top five choices voted on were: Atlantic City Blackjacks, Atlantic City Gamblers, Atlantic City High Rollers, Atlantic City Jackpot and Atlantic City Royals. The team has been working through process of developing logos, colors, uniform designs, branding elements and the overall identity of the team surrounding the name selection.

The time has finally come, and we are ready to announce our team name and identity, Atlantic City AFL Chief Operating Officer George Manias said. We appreciate everyone's patience during our due diligence process, and we cannot wait to reveal our brand to the world on March 7. Our brand will be synonymous to Atlantic City.

Season ticket holders will have access to the press conference and have first glance at the team's new name and logo. An invitation VIP reception will take place from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. and will include sponsors, prospects and media.

For more, see atlanticcityafl.com.