WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) – The Wichita Force announced over the weekend that the team’s starting QB Stephen Panasuk has signed with the Arena Football League (AFL) Cleveland Gladiators.

On the team’s website wichitaforce.com, head coach Paco Martinez commented, “When Panusuk signed he said his goals were to win a championship here in Wichita and/or get promoted to the AFL. He’s guided us to a solid start and is now getting called up. Stephen is an intelligent QB, Cleveland is getting a winner.”

Panasuk led Wichita to a 5-2 start on the season. In seven games with the Force, he completed 97 out of 159 passes for 1,084 yards and 31 passing touchdowns. Panasuk’s also, ranked No. 3 in total offensive touchdowns adding one rushing TD to his total.

As he moves on, Panasuk commented. “I love this organization, the coaching staff, this team, and the fans. Leaving is tough. It’s leaving a family. I’m grateful for being brought in by Coach Martinez. I wouldn’t be able to take this opportunity if it wasn’t for this organization.”