Battlehawks wide receiver Gary Jennings Jr. maneuvers between Defenders cornerback Gabe Taylor, left, and safety Deontay Anderson in the second half of a game Saturday, March 28, 2026, in the Dome at America’s Center.
St. Louis Battlehawks quarterback Brandon Silvers (12) throws downfield. The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
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Battlehawks head coach Ricky Proehl is hugged and congratulated following his team's 16-10 victory against the D.C. Defenders on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in the Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis.
New St. Louis Battlehawks head coach and former St. Louis Rams receiver Ricky Proehl discusses hopes for attendance and offense during the 2026 UFL season. Proehl spoke to reporters at 360 Rooftop Bar in downtown St. Louis on Feb. 19, 2026.
Photos: St. Louis Battlehawks open season with a win over the DC Defenders
St. Louis Battlehawks quarterback Brandon Silvers (12) takes a sip of water during a timeout late in the fourth quarter. The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
St. Louis Battlehawks quarterback Brandon Silvers (12) hands off to St. Louis Battlehawks running back Kevon Latulas (25) in the fourth quarter. The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
Battlehawks kicker Tucker McCann kicks as punter Ryan Sanborn holds for him against the D.C. Defenders at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
St. Louis Battlehawks running back Kevon Latulas (25) tries to wriggle out of the grip of DC Defenders linebacker Curtis Jacobs (23)The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
St. Louis Battlehawks players wave and gesture to the DC Defenders after a foul on the DC Defenders. The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
St. Louis Battlehawks strong safety Jordan Mosley (23) wraps up St. Louis Battlehawks running back Kevon Latulas (25) oon a carry. The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
Battlehawks quarterback Brandon Silvers, center, takes a snap as he gets blocking from tackle Bradley Ashmore, left, and tackle Spencer Rolland against the D.C. Defenders on March 28, 2026, at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis.
These youngsters were showing off their muscles as the St. Louis Battlehawks cheerleaders walked by. St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
St. Louis Battlehawks running back Jarveon Howard (41) leaps over a fallen DC Defenders player as he runs down the sidelines late in the game. The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
Battlehawks running back Jarveon Howard (41) is swarmed by several D.C. Defenders players during their season opener Saturday, March 28, 2026, in the Dome at America’s Center.
St. Louis Battlehawks fans applaud after the cheerleaders - new this year - perform a routine. The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
St. Louis Battlehawks fans do “the wave” late in the game. The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
St. Louis Battlehawks cornerback Nevelle Clarke (14) slaps hands with fans after the game. The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
Battlehawks head coach Ricky Proehl is hugged and congratulated following his team's 16-10 victory against the D.C. Defenders on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in the Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis.
Nelly performs during the halftime concert with the St. Lunatics. The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
Nelly warms up before the halftime concert featuring him and the St. Lunatics. The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
St. Louis Battlehawks quarterback Brandon Silvers (12) hands off to St. Louis Battlehawks running back Kevon Latulas (25) in the second half. The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
Nelly performs during the halftime concert with the St. Lunatics. At left is Murphy Lee. . The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
St. Louis Battlehawks quarterback Brandon Silvers (12) throws downfield. The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
Nelly performs during the halftime concert with the St. Lunatics. The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
St. Louis Battlehawks wide receiver Frank Darby (3) bobbles a long pass in the second quarter under pressure from DC Defenders cornerback Deandre Baker (2). The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
Battlehawks head coach Ricky Proehl motions for an official to comer over in the second half against the D.C. Defenders at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
Battlehawks wide receiver Gary Jennings Jr. maneuvers between Defenders cornerback Gabe Taylor, left, and safety Deontay Anderson in the second half of a game Saturday, March 28, 2026, in the Dome at America’s Center.
St. Louis Battlehawks wide receiver Frank Darby (3) bobbles a long pass in the second quarter under pressure from DC Defenders cornerback Deandre Baker (2). The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
Nelly (center), along with Slo Down, City Spud and Murphy Lee (left to right), performs during the halftime concert with the St. Lunatics. The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
St. Louis Battlehawks wide receiver Blake Jackson (8) dives for the ball after it popped out of his hands under pressure from DC Defenders cornerback Bryce Thompson (1). The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
Chris Clark of High Ridge fires up the crowd during the St. Louis Battlehawks game against the D.C. Defenders at The Dome at America’s Center on March 28, 2026.
Ricky Proehl takes over this season as the head coach of the Battlehawks. The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
Nelly performs during the halftime concert at a St. Louis Battlehawks game with the St. Lunatics on March 28, 2026.
Nelly enters the stage to a darkened stadium just before his concert. The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
Nelly performs with the St. Lunatics during halftime of the Battlehawks' game against the Defenders on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in the Dome at America’s Center.
Nelly performs with the St. Lunatics during halftime. The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
Nelly performs with the St. Lunatics during halftime. The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
Nelly performs during the halftime concert with the St. Lunatics. The St. Louis Battlehawks played the D.C. Defenders in a UFL game at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis on March 28, 2026.
