04/30/2010 2:17 PM - The Iowa Barnstormers turned in their finest all-around performance of the season Friday night, returning home from Orlando with a 50-40 victory over the Predators in hand.  Iowa jumped out to a quick 7-0 lead when DB Tanner Varner intercepted Orlando QB Nick Hill at the 7 yard line and returned it for a score.  The Barnstormers had at least a share of the lead for the rest of the contest.

Once again, QB Ryan Vena was a top performer, completing 22 of 34 passes for 243 yards and 3 TD.  Wide Receivers Jesse Schmidt and Todd Blythe each had numerous big catches and Kicker Jeff Glas sealed the victory with a 28 yard field goal in the games' final minute.

Iowa improves to 2-2 on the season, while Orlando falls to 0-3.  The Barnstormers return home next Saturday, May 8th when they host the Cleveland Gladiators.  Kick-off is scheduled for 7:05pm.  Great seats remain on sale now beginning at $15.00.  To order, head to the Arena Box Office, call the Barnstormers at 515.633.2255 or order online at www.theiowabarnstormers.com