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Lira, Hugo

CARD: Frankfurt Galaxy Team Issue 2003
ACQUIRED: 2023, Private Acquisition

CAREER SNAPSHOT:

  • Hugo Lira played gridiron football in Mexico growing up and through college as a runningback at UDLAP from 1998-2002.
  • Joined the NFLE with the Frankfurt Galaxy in 2003 where he was converted to WR.
  • He also spent time on special teams, returning one kick for 33 yards in 2004.
  • Saw the most action in 2005 as a member of the Berlin Thunder.
  • Caught 3 passes for 24 yards, returned 11 kicks for 248 yards, and posted 5 special teams tackles.
  • Spent preseason with the Carolina Panthers in 2005 and was part of final cutdowns.
  • Returned to Mexico and began climbing up the coaching ranks.
  • Spent time at UVM Querétaro (2005–2006), ITESM CEM (2007–2011), ITESM Puebla (2012–2021), and currently is head coach of ITESM CCM (2022–present).
  • Worked with the Mexican squad for the World University American Football Championship helping them earn gold in 2014, ’16, and ’18.

Cantelupe, Jim

CARD: Frankfurt Galaxy Team Issue 2000
ACQUIRED: 2022, Private Acquistion

CAREER SNAPSHOT:

  • Played DB for Army from 1992-95.
  • Recorded 3 interceptions in his Sophomore through Senior seasons.
  • Also moonlighted on punt returns with 27 career returns for 162 yards.
  • Signed to a futures contract by the Bears and allocated to the NFLE.
  • Joined the Frankfurt Galaxy in 1999.
  • Played two seasons for the team at safety.
  • In 2000, had 51 tackles and 2 forced fumbles.
  • Returned 19 kickoffs for 288 yards.
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McCullar, Kevin

CARD: Frankfurt Galaxy Team Issue 2000
ACQUIRED: 2022, Private Acquisition

CAREER SNAPSHOT:

  • Kevin McCullar played LB at Texas Tech from 1995-98.
  • Saw preseason action with the Green Bay Packers in 1999.
  • Selected in the 17th round of the NFLE Draft.
  • As a tweener, started 3 games for the Galaxy in 2000.
  • Was utilized all over the field posting 2 sacks, an interception, a forced fumble and 4 pass deflections.
  • Also played on special teams, posting 7 tackles.
  • Played in 2001 for the Chicago Enforcers of the XFL, playing in 4 contests.

NOTES:

After retiring from football Kevin went into real estate and coaching. His son, Kevin McCullar Jr., is a talented basketball player.

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