1997 Rhein Fire season

The 1997 Rhein Fire season was the third season for the franchise in the World League of American Football (WLAF). The team was led by head coach Galen Hall in his third year, and played its home games at Rheinstadion in Düsseldorf, Germany. They finished the regular season in first place with a record of seven wins and three losses, marking the first winning season in franchise history. In World Bowl '97, Rhein lost to the Barcelona Dragons 38–24. Quarterback T. J. Rubley earned all-World League honors and was named the league's offensive most valuable player.

Awards
After the completion of the regular season, the All-World League team was selected by members of the media. Overall, Rhein had six players selected. The selections were:


 * T. J. Rubley, quarterback
 * Bill Schroeder, wide receiver
 * Ethan Brooks, offensive tackle
 * Mike Sheldon, guard
 * Bob Kronenberg, center
 * Spencer Folau, offensive tackle

Additionally, Rubley was selected offensive MVP by the six World League head coaches. Galen Hall earned Coach of the Year honors.