The Florida Tarpons, of the Ultimate Indoor Football League, is making a splash with one of their first signings.

Former California receiver Robert Jordan is now a member of the expansion Tarpons, who will play their home games at Germain Arena starting in 2012.

A two-time honorable mention Pac-10 selection, Jordan left school ranked seventh in career receptions (156) and ninth in both receiving yards (2,047) and touchdowns (13).

“We are grateful to have a player like Robert join our franchise,” said Tarpons coach Michael Taylor. “As an expansion organization, we are committed to bringing Fort Myers a championship team.”

Jordan was a non-drafted invitee by the NFL San Francisco 49ers, but requested his release to tend to a personal matter. He also spent time with British Columbia in the Canadian Football League.

For more information about the Florida Tarpons visit www.floridatarpons.com or call (239) 225-6374.