Des Moines Warriors

Des Moines was a charter member, along with the Grand Rapids Blazers, Joliet Explorers, Lincoln Comets, Omaha Mustangs and Rock Island Raiders.

On August 27, 1965, the Warriors won their league opening game, defeating the Rock Island Raiders 17–7 in front of 5,196 in attendance at Sec Taylor Stadium.

The Des Moines Warriors finished in a first place tie with Omaha in the standings with a record of 8–2, playing under head coach Don Branby.

The Des Moines Warriors finished the in 3rd place in the division, with a 7–4–1 record, playing under returning head coach Don Branby.

Des Moines players Bob Antulov, Mel Boehland, Ron Halda, Mark Manders and John Powers were named to the final All–PFLA team.