Founded in 1992 as an expansion team, the Rattlers became the Arena Football League’s third-oldest franchise, until this season, where it followed the Iowa Barnstormers and the Spokane Shock (now Spokane Empire) to the IFL. Arizona also became the AFL’s most storied team, having made 21 playoff appearances and winning ten West Division championships and five National Conference titles.

In 1992, the Rattlers began their inaugural season by playing their first two games on the road. When they returned for their home debut at then-America West Arena, they treated a sellout crowd of 15,505 to a 56-31 beating of the Sacramento Attack.

Off the field, the organization also has a reputation for being equally committed to winning over the hearts of the community. The Rattlers – from the coaches and players, to the Sidewinders dancers and front-office staff – are involved in appearances, charitable donations and outreach programs with nonprofit and community groups.