ODESSA -- The West Texas Roughnecks are being put up for sale, owner Dale Morris stated in a news release on Tuesday.

Morris made the initial announcement amongst a private crowd of supporters Tuesday afternoon with a heavy heart, the release said.

"Today is a sad day for me and the Roughnecks organization," Morris said. "I am proud to say that my family has been involved with this organization for nine seasons, including four seasons under our owners and myself as general manager. That's what makes this so difficult for me to say and do."

Morris said in an email on Tuesday he and his family have 30 days to complete the sale of the franchise or will be forced to liquidate all assetts separately. He also said they did have someone interested in purchasing the franchise, but didn't get a final committment. If the Roughnecks can't find another buyer soon, it could put the future of the franchise in jeopardy.

"It would most certainly mean no 2013 season," Morris said, "but I would hope a chance of a return would not be out of reach."
 

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