Scott Sigler's Galactic Football League (GFL) Series

Scott Sigler

About

The GFL is a "Space Opera" series of books described as STAR WARS meets THE BLINDSIDE meets THE GODFATHER. 

Set in a lethal pro football league 700 years in the future, THE ROOKIE is a story that combines the intense gridiron action of "Any Given Sunday" with the space opera style of "Star Wars" and the criminal underworld of "The Godfather." Aliens and humans alike play positions based on physiology, creating receivers that jump 25 feet into the air, linemen that bench-press 1,200 pounds, and linebackers that literally want to eat you. Organized crime runs every franchise, games are fixed, and rival players are assassinated. 

This multi-part scifi/crime/sports mashup follows a professional American football team across a far-future galaxy. Travel to new worlds, meet new races, and put their quarterback into the dirt.

Each novel and novella in the series is or will have its own season, so be sure to start from the beginning.

Season 1: THE ROOKIE (GFL Book I) | 27 episodes 
Follow the story of Quentin Barnes, a 19-year-old quarterback prodigy who has been raised all his life to hate and kill those aliens. Quentin must deal with his racism and learn to lead, or he'll wind up just another stat in the column marked "killed on the field."
Season 2: TITLE FIGHT (GFL Novella I) | 10 episodes
Season 3: THE STARTER (GFL Book II) | 36 episodes
Next Season: THE ALL-PRO (GFL Book III)


Written and Performed by Scott Sigler


Produced by AB Kovacs and Arioch Morningstar

Engineered by Steve Riekeberg


Production Assistance by Allie Press


Copyright 2023 by Empty Set Entertainment 


Consultation by Evo Terra




For more from Scott Sigler, please visit https://scottsigler.com

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79 episodes

THE ALL-PRO 1 (GFL Book III)

Quentin Barnes & the Krakens are back. Here we go with Book 3 in the Galactic Football League series! Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

53m
Apr 01
Next in the GFL series: THE ALL-PRO

Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2m
Mar 31
THE STARTER (GFL Book II) Q & A

This is the final episode of THE STARTER. Fans call in with questions, which author Scott Sigler answers. Hosted by A Kovacs (the ever-so-lovely Director of Døøm). Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

54m
Mar 28
THE STARTER 36 (GFL Book II) - Season Finale

This is it, Junkies! The last episode of THE STARTER. Final season standings, including who wins the Galaxy Bowl, and a bit of looking forward to next season. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

20m
Mar 28
THE STARTER 35 (GFL Book II)

Quentin and his fellow gridiron warriors square off against the Mars Planets -- winner stays in Tier 1, the loser is sent back down to Tier 2. The time for talk is over; Let's get it on! Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

31m
Mar 25
THE STARTER 34 (GFL Book II)

It's a must-win game against the toughest opponent possible: the defending GFL champion Jupiter Jacks. Quentin & company travel to the Sol System for a pitched gridiron battle in the Jupiter Net Colony. Denver was traded to the Jacks earlier in the season: will she be geared up for payback against the Krakens? If Ionath loses this one, they are relegated back to Tier Two. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

29m
Mar 21
THE STARTER 33 (GFL Book II)

The tension between Quentin and Ju has finally come to a head. Ju's intentionally detrimental antics on the field are hurting the Krakens in more ways than one: their divisional standing, the team's unity, and their ability to excel. It all ends one way or the other in this episode. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

22m
Mar 18
THE STARTER 32 (GFL Book II)

The Krakens face off against the Yall Criminals and the Hullwalkers in this giant episode spanning both weeks 10 & 11. Yet the real fight isn't out on the gridiron. As Ju jeopardizes the team's unity and their divisional standing, Quentin realizes he'll do whatever it takes to keep the Krakens in Tier One. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

40m
Mar 14
THE STARTER 31 (GFL Book II)

Quentin and the Krakens head to the planet Satah to play the Coranadillana Cloudkillers. With Ju Tweedy's intentions unknowable on the field, Quentin struggles between listening to his instincts and running the plays that Hokor calls. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

32m
Mar 11
THE STARTER 30 (GFL Book II)

Quentin's first trip to a Sklorno world lets him see a new level of overpopulation and also gives him his first direct experience with the "Church of Quentin Barnes." The Krakens face the Alimum armada in a critical match-up. Ionath is on the relegation bubble and badly needs this win. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

21m
Mar 07
THE STARTER 29 (GFL Book II)

Quentin and Ju Tweedy have a heart-to-heart, and their fight for control of the Krakens begins. Did Quentin make the right choice in bringing this guy in? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

25m
Mar 04
THE STARTER 28 (GFL Book II)

Commissioner Froese and Gredok the Splithead exchange angry memos about the Grace McDermott investigation. Quentin gets a message from Ma Tweedy, and Ju Tweedy lines up for his first game as a Kraken against the Lu Juggernauts. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

21m
Feb 29
THE STARTER 27 (GFL Book II)

So you think the FDO™ cliffhangered you last episode on Orbital Station One, with Quentin, Becca, Choto, and John facing off against Anna Villani to try and rescue The Mad Ju? Well, fear not, faithful Junkie! All those loose ends are tied up right here, right now. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

36m
Feb 26
THE STARTER 26 (GFL Book II)

Quentin, John Tweedy, Choto the Bright, Mum-O-Killowe, and Rebecca Montagne are on Orbital Station 1 to rescue The Mad Ju. But getting to OS1 was only part of the challenge; now they have to find Ju — and safely get him back on the Hypatia — without running into Anna Villani's goons. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

40m
Feb 25
THE STARTER 25 (GFL Book II)

Quentin and the Krakens finally get a chance to catch their breath during the Krakens' bye week. Quentin takes the Hypatia on a trip to Orbital Station One for some of Ma Tweedy's galaxy-famous tuna noodle casserole. Frederico, John Tweedy, Choto the Bright, Mum-O-Killowee, and Rebecca Montagne come along for the ride. It's all fun and games until John's brother Ju finds himself in an untenable situation. Will John and his Kraken pals be able to pull his brother out of the fire? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

21m
Feb 22
THE STARTER 24 (GFL Book II)

The Krakens square off against their arch-rival, the Wabash Wolfpack. Gredok the Splithead has a long-standing beef with Wolfpack owner Gloria Ogawa. Can Quentin & company win this important game for their owner? Or will this be one more factor in Gredok's growing list of grievances against his young quarterback? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

28m
Feb 19
THE STARTER 23 (GFL Book II)

The Krakens have fallen to last place, and injuries are mounting up. Will Quentin pull the trigger on some key roster changes? Or will he stand by his friends and go to war with the army he has? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

22m
Feb 18
THE STARTER 22 (GFL Book II)

Quentin and the Krakens square off against his childhood favorite, the To Pirates. Quentin will lead his team against Frank Zimmer, the best quarterback in the league. The improved protection Aka-Na-Tak is giving Quentin has shored up the Krakens offensive line. How will facing off against his childhood hero affect Quentin? Will the Krakens prevail? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

29m
Feb 15
THE STARTER 21 (GFL Book II)

How does the GFL handle different planets' varying atmospheres and gravity to keep gameplay consistent? Find out in this episode. On the only field that really matters, Ionath welcomes the visiting Shorah Warlords in a must-win game for the Krakens. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

38m
Feb 11
THE STARTER 20 (GFL Book II)

Quentin realizes he has to bond with all of the races on the team, not just the humans if the Krakens are going to become a winning franchise. Sharing a meal with the huge and vicious Ki offensive linemen will prove to be a multicultural experience not soon forgotten. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

24m
Feb 08
THE STARTER 19 (GFL Book II)

The Krakens finish their game against the Themala Dreadnaughts. Will Quentin run the plays that are called? Or, will he again try to run his own game instead of running the offense of coach Hokor the Hookchest? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

22m
Feb 05
THE STARTER 18 (GFL Book II)

Sunday Football on the UBS network brings you coverage of the Ionath Krakens' home opener against the Themala Dreadnaughts. Quentin's on the field while Chick McGee and Masarra the Observant bring you the action from the booth. Frederico and Quentin have a critical meeting because the PI has discovered information about the parade bombing. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

32m
Feb 01
THE STARTER 17 (GFL Book II)

Quentin hangs out with John Tweedy and meets his brother Ju. Quentin receives a hefty fine from the league and is introduced to a lovely little thing called "taxes." So why does the GFL use yards instead of meters? Why is English the official language of football across the entire galaxy? What happened to rugby/soccer/Aussie football, you ask? Find all of those answers here, and get a brief explanation of seven centuries of football, from 1878 to 2683. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

38m
Jan 29
THE STARTER 16 (GFL Book II)

After the game with the Isis Ice Storm is over, Quentin, Yassoud, and John Tweedy head out on the town. While Quentin is nearly always interested in seeing the local sites, tonight, the boys have a special surprise in store for him. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

28m
Jan 28
THE STARTER 15 (GFL Book II)

In this episode, we finish up the Kraken's season opener against the Isis Ice Storm. The first half is in the books, and the Krakens are behind. Can they mount a second-half comeback? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

30m
Jan 25
THE STARTER 14 (GFL Book II)

Quentin leads the Krakens onto the field for the 2683 season opener against the Isis Ice Storm. He better watch out for Isis All-Pro defensive end Ryan Nossek, a hulking HeavyG with five confirmed on-field kills to his name. You'll hear the roar of the crowd as the regular season finally begins. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

42m
Jan 22
THE STARTER 13 (GFL Book II)

The Tier One regular season has begun! The Coranadillana Cloud Killers start the season against the To Pirates, and your own Ionath Krakens prepare for their opener against the Isis Ice Storm. Will Quentin be able to begin the season with a victory? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

25m
Jan 21
THE STARTER 12 (GFL Book II)

This episode finds Quentin suffering through practice with the offensive line, sacked repeatedly even though he's in his red "no touch" jersey. And then the GFL Commissioner pays a surprise visit to the Touchback; he never shows up unless something's seriously wrong. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

38m
Jan 20
THE STARTER 11 (GFL Book II)

Quentin's growing fame brings offers for endorsement deals, including one from yacht maker Manny Sayed. The Krakens' offensive line troubles continue with no solution in sight. Week One against the Isis Ice Storm is right around the corner, and that means Quentin will square off against All-Pro defensive end Ryan Nossek. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

27m
Jan 18
THE STARTER 10 (GFL Book II)

Quentin continues to develop his passing game in practice, but the Krakens are horribly exposed at right offensive guard. If Quentin doesn't get some passing protection, he won't have time to throw. When talk of a trade comes up, will Quentin be able to separate business from friendship? Written and performed by Scott Sigler Produced by Arioch Morningstar Post-production by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Podcast Consulting by Evo Terra Theme Music by Superweapon Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

29m
Jan 15