[3] The Stockyarders made their first on-field appearance on July 31, 2010, at the American National Rugby League (AMNRL)'s annual War at the Shore tournament.

They played an exhibition rugby league sevens game against the Northern Raiders, which ended with an 18-10 loss for the Stockyarders.

Visiting Australian Kangaroo player Daniel Wagon guested for the Stockyarders in a game against the Philadelphia Fight.

[6] In October 2010 the Stockyarders signed their first sponsor, and announced their intention to play a full exhibition schedule in the 2011 season.

The same venue also hosted the AMNRL Midwest sevens tournament in Chicago which was won by an Irish Exiles team.