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Postby bluegriffon » Fri Apr 04, 2025 2:44 pm

Preseason:
Week 2
Orlando Apollos (0-1) @ Omaha Nighthawks(0-1) Thursday, August 16 (ESPN) ORL 22 - OMA 15 (Game of the Week)
Atlanta Legends (0-1) @ Toronto Argonauts (0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) ATL 0 - TOR 0
Charlotte Hornets (0-1) @ Philadelphia Bell (1-0) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) CHH 0 - PHI 0
Memphis Express (0-1) @ Boston Breakers(0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) MPH 0 - BOS 0
Winnipeg Blue Bombers (0-1) @ New York Guardians Friday, August 17 (FOX) WPG 0 - NYG 0
Houston Roughnecks (0-1) @ Arizona Hotshots (0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) HOU 0 - ARI 0
Michigan Panthers (1-0) @ Ohio Glory (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) MICH 0 - OHI 0
Shreveport Steamers (1-0) @ Hamilton Tiger-Cats (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SHR 0 - HAM 0
Tampa Bay Bandits (1-0) @ Jacksonville Sharks (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) TBB 0 - JAX 0
So. Cal Sun (0-1) @ St. Louis Battlehawks (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (CBS) SCS 0 - STL 0
Pittsburgh Maulers (1-0) @ Washington Federals (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) PIT 0 - WSH 0
Salt Lake City Stallions (0-1) @ Dallas Renegades (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SLC 0 - DAL 0
Seattle Dragons (1-0) @ Edmonton Eskimos (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SEA 0 - EDM 0
Las Vegas Outlaws (1-0) @ San Francisco Demons (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) LVO 0 - SF 0
New York Knights (1-0) @ Hartford Colonials (0-1) Sunday, August 19 (NBC) NYK 0 - HAR 0
Chicago Enforcers (1-0) @ Virginia Beach Destroyers Monday, August 20 (ESPN) CHI 0 - VAB 0
Orlando Evening News - Preseason Week 2 Preview
Orlando Apollos vs. Omaha Nighthawks: A Bounce-Back Game for the Apollos
By Bradley Knox
After a tough opening loss to the Jacksonville Sharks, the Orlando Apollos are eager to turn things around as they head to Omaha for a highly anticipated preseason Week 2 matchup with the Nighthawks. The Apollos' 28-22 defeat last week left a bitter taste in the mouths of fans, but Head Coach Steve Spurrier is confident that his team can bounce back stronger this week.

For the Apollos, the key to success lies in finding consistency on both sides of the ball. Quarterback Austin Appleby showed flashes of promise last week but struggled to maintain momentum when it mattered most. He’ll need to build chemistry with his receiving corps, led by veteran Chris Thompson and the dynamic Jalin Marshall. The offensive line, anchored by Chris Martin and Drew Farris, will also need to tighten up, as penalties and missed blocks hindered the offense last week.

On defense, the Apollos must do a better job of limiting explosive plays. While the 4-3 defense led by Azeem Victor and Kenny Peterson will provide pressure, they’ll need to tighten up in the secondary to contain the Nighthawks’ fast-paced passing attack. Cornerbacks Ladarius Gunter and Jerome Couplin III will have their hands full with wideouts like Marcus Harris and Antonio Robineon, who can stretch the field with ease.

Special teams also have to improve after some miscues in Week 1. Jalin Marshall and Akeem Hunt will be key in the return game, and kicker Ben Turk will need to find his rhythm after a shaky start.

With the fanbase expecting a bounce-back performance, all eyes will be on Orlando to see if they can correct their mistakes and build momentum heading into the regular season. Expect a high-energy game, with both teams eager to make a statement after tough Week 1 losses.

Key to Victory: Control the line of scrimmage on both sides of the ball and get Austin Appleby into a rhythm with his receivers.

The Heartland Times - Preseason Week 2 Preview
Omaha Nighthawks: Rebounding Against the Apollos After Tough Loss
By Adam Blake
It’s been a week of reflection and adjustment for the Omaha Nighthawks after a crushing 52-26 defeat at the hands of the Ohio Glory. The preseason is about making mistakes and learning from them, and Omaha’s Week 1 loss exposed several areas of concern. Now, with the Orlando Apollos coming to town for a pivotal Week 2 matchup, Coach Bart Andrus and his squad are focused on cleaning up those mistakes and getting back on track.

Quarterback G.J. Kinne, who struggled to find any consistency last week, will need to step up and take control of the offense. He’ll be facing a tough Orlando defense, but he’s got weapons like Marcus Harris and Antonio Robineon to target, both of whom have the speed and skill to stretch the field. The offensive line, led by Tray Allen and Mike Caputo, will need to do a better job of protecting Kinne and creating running lanes for Garrett Wolfe, who showed some positive flashes despite the loss.

Defensively, the Nighthawks will need to be more disciplined. Last week’s performance was riddled with missed tackles and blown coverages, leaving the defense vulnerable to big plays. The Apollos’ passing game, led by Austin Appleby, will be a formidable test for cornerbacks Dovonte Edwards and James Harrell, who will need to lock down Orlando’s receivers to give their defensive line, spearheaded by Claude Harriott, a chance to get after the quarterback.

Special teams should also be a focus for Omaha. Antonio Fenelus and Garrett Wolfe will handle the return duties, and they’ll be crucial in giving the offense good field position, especially if Kinne and company can’t consistently move the ball. Kicker Cory Ohnesorge, coming off a solid performance in Week 1, will need to stay steady under pressure and capitalize on any scoring opportunities.

This game will be about execution, especially on the defensive side. If Omaha can clean up their mistakes and start to gel as a team, they could find success against a hungry Apollos squad. The Omaha fanbase is eager to see their team rise to the challenge and make a statement after a difficult first week.

Key to Victory: Tighten up defensively, protect the quarterback, and find rhythm in the passing game.

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Orlando Apollos - Pre-Season Week 2 Depth Chart – 2007
Head Coach: Steve Spurrier
Offense: Pass Balanced
Defense: 4-3
Local TV: WESH 2 (NBC)
Paper: Orlando Evening News
Reporter: Bradley Knox
Reporter Personality: A passionate football enthusiast and local to Orlando, Knox is known for his fan-centric approach to his columns. He loves to engage with the fans' perspectives and often writes with a touch of humor and optimism.

REGULAR OFFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
WR Chris Thompson (14) Donteea Dye Jr (11) Ranell Hall (16)
TE Sean Price (80) Matt Weiser (89) Scott Orndorff (83)
LT Chris Martin (77) Quinterrius Eatmon (70)
LG Jordan McCray (64) Marquis Lucas (74)
C Drew Farris (53) Ronald Patrick (71)
RG Tre' Jackson (63) Andrew Tiller (60)
RT Steve Edwards (73) Aaron Evans (66)
WR Jalin Marshall (17) Ishmael Hyman (13) Charles Johnson (19)
QB Austin Appleby (5) Kevin Anderson (4) Garrett Gilbert (3)
FB Matt Weiser (89) Scott Orndorff (83) Ryan Green (20)
HB Akeem Hunt (25) De'Veon Smith (24) D'Ernest Johnson (22)

BASE 4-3 DEFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
LDE Kenny Peterson (91) Earl Okine(59)
LDT Anthony Moten Jr (98) Josh Banks (92) Ryan Davis Sr (95)
RDT Leon Orr (93) Izaah Burks Sr (97)
RDE Tony Guerad (90) Giorgio Newberry (99)
WLB Andrew Ankrah (55) Reggie Northup II (52)
MLB Azeem Victor (54) Terence Garvin (51)
SLB Jorge Cordova (58) Abraham Wright (57)
CB Ladarius Gunter (37) Marquez White (27) Will Hill III (33)
SS D'Joun Smith (31) Josh Evans (26)
FS Bryce Canady (28) Mark Myers Jr (23)
CB Jerome Couplin III (21) Cody Riggs (20) Keith Reaser (39)

SPECIAL TEAMS
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
K Ben Turk (1) Elliott Fry (2)
P Elliott Fry (2) Ben Turk (1)
H Kevin Anderson (4) Austin Appleby (5)
PR Jalin Marshall (17) Akeem Hunt (25) Chris Thompson (14) Ranell Hall (16)
KR Jalin Marshall (17) Akeem Hunt (25) Chris Thompson (14) Ranell Hall (16)
LS Aaron Evans (66) Quinterrius Eatmon (70) Marquis Lucas (74)


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 Omaha Nighthawks - Pre-season Week 2 Depth Chart - 2007
Home Stadium: Johnny Rosenblatt Stadium
Head Coach: Bart Andrus
Offense: West Coast
Defense: 4-3
Local TV: KOMA 7
Paper: The Heartland Times
Reporter: Adam Blake
Reporter Personality: Blake is known for his engaging and narrative-driven columns. He writes stories that bring a local touch to the Nighthawks' journey, often covering the emotional aspects of a team's performance and its connection to the local community.

REGULAR OFFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
WR Marcus Harris (10) Chris Davis (5) Gregory Smith (45)
TE Christian Hopkins (84) Schuylar Oordt (81) Gregory Smith (45)
LT Tray Allen (73) Dan Gay IV (71)
LG Cordaro Howard (70) Mitch Erickson (61)
C Mike Caputo (58) Scott Albritton (43)
RG Terence Brown (66) Joe Gibbs (77)
RT Gershom Jordan (75) Jarvis Jones (74)
WR Antonio Robineon (82) Derrick Townel (8) Cameron Kenney (11)
QB G. J. Kinne (4) Eric Crouch (9) Jason Boltus (17)
FB Schuylar Oordt (81) Christian Hopkins (84) Gregory Smith (45)
HB Garrett Wolfe (25) Preston Brown (32) Antonio Pittman (33)

BASE 4-3 DEFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
LDE Claude Harriott (93) Jay Moore (44)
LDT Michael Jasper (92) Luke Black (95)
RDT Frank Okam (96) Trey Lewis (91)
RDE DeMarcus Faggins (38) Kevin Basped (99) William Green (97)
WLB Nate Bussey (55) Morlon Greenwood (56)
MLB Jojo Dickson (52) Steve Octavien (51)
SLB Brandon Akpunku (47) Phillip Dillard (50)
CB Dovonte Edwards (28) Chris Smith (2) Antonio Fenelus (1)
SS Jeremy Kellem (27) Eric McBride (57)
FS Mike Estrada (36) Stuart Schweigert (20)
CB James Harrell (23) Aaron Weathers (31)

SPECIAL TEAMS
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
K Cory Ohnesorge (18) Brandon Coutu (6)
P Brandon Coutu (6) Cory Ohnesorge (18)
H Eric Crouch (9) G. J. Kinne (4)
PR Antonio Fenelus (1) Antonio Pittman (33) Garrett Wolfe (25) Derrick Townel (8)
KR Antonio Fenelus (1) Antonio Pittman (33) Garrett Wolfe (25) Derrick Townel (8)
LS Gershom Jordan (75) Dan Gay IV (71) Mike Caputo (58)


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ESPN TV Bumper – "Thursday Night Football"
“This Thursday night, it’s a battle of resilience under the lights!

The Orlando Apollos head to Omaha to take on the Nighthawks in a crucial preseason showdown.

Can the Apollos rebound after a tough Week 1 loss?

Will the Nighthawks prove they’re more than their opening defeat?

Tune in for all the action!

This is Football. This is the UCFL.

It’s Thursday Night Football.

Catch the Orlando Apollos at the Omaha Nighthawks.
Thursday at 7 PM Eastern, only on ESPN!”

“This is Football. This is the UCFL."

Orlando TV Bumper – WESH 2 NBC
“This Thursday night, join us for a high-octane showdown as your Orlando Apollos take the field in Omaha against the Nighthawks!

After a narrow defeat in Week 1, Coach Spurrier’s squad is ready to bounce back.

Will Austin Appleby and the Apollos get their offense on track?

Don’t miss the action as Orlando looks for redemption!

It’s Apollos football!

Thursday night at 7 PM

Here on WESH 2
your home for Orlando sports!”

“This is Football. This is the UCFL."

Omaha TV Bumper – KOMA 7
“This Thursday, it’s a must-watch preseason battle as the Omaha Nighthawks host the Orlando Apollos at Johnny Rosenblatt Stadium!

After a tough Week 1 loss, the Nighthawks are hungry for a comeback.

Can G.J. Kinne lead the offense to victory?

Will the defense step up to stop the Apollos’ attack?

Don’t miss a minute of the action – it’s football like you’ve never seen before!

The Omaha Nighthawks take on the Orlando Apollos.

Thursday at 6 PM Central on KOMA 7
your home for Nighthawks football!”

“This is Football. This is the UCFL."

https://youtu.be/t2SAKFtlJAU

Final Score: ORL 22 - OMA 15

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 Madden NFL 08 PC v0.0 Game Log - Apollos at Nighthawks
Game Time: Thu Apr 03 22:44:50 2025
Skill Level: Pro
Quarter Length: 5 minute(s)

Slider                         Human   CPU
QB Accuracy                       50    50
Pass Blocking                     50    50
Receiver Catching                 50    50
Running Ability                   50    50
Offensive line Run Blocking       50    50
Defensive Awareness               50    50
Defensive line Knockdowns         50    50
Interceptions                     50    50
Defensive Break Blocks            50    50
Tackling                          50    50
Fieldgoal Length                  50    50
Fieldgoal Accuracy                50    50
Punt Length                       50    50
Punt Accuracy                     50    50
Kickoff Length                    50    50

Weather
Forecast: Fair
Wind: 0 mph
Temp: 69 degrees

Team               Q1   Q2   Q3   Q4   OT      FINAL
Apollos             0   15    0    7    0         22
Nighthawks          6    6    0    3    0         15

Game Statistics:                  Apollos Nighthawks
First Downs                            10         12
Third Down Conversions                  4          2
Third Downs                             9          9
Third Down Percentage               44.4%      22.2%
Fourth Down Conversions                 0          2
Fourth Downs                            0          3
Fourth Down Percentage               0.0%      66.7%
Two Pt Conversions Made                 0          0
Two Pt Conversions Attempted            0          0
Two Pt Conversion Percentage         0.0%       0.0%
Offense Redzone Num                     3          3
Offense Redzone TDs                     2          0
Offense Redzone FGs                     1          1
Offense Redzone Percentage         100.0%      33.3%
Rushing Attempts                       16         17
Rushing Yards                          86        135
Rushing Average                       5.4        7.9
Rushing TDs                             1          1
Passing Yards                         119        262
Passing Completions                    11         15
Passing Attempts                       19         26
Completion Percentage               57.9%      57.7%
Passing Average                       6.3       10.1
Passing TDs                             1          1
Offensive Pass Interceptions            0          1
TOTAL OFFENSE                         205        397
Defensive Pass Interceptions            1          0
Punt Return Yards                       0         12
Kick Return Yards                     170         90
Punts                                   4          2
Punt Avg                             30.3       20.5
Fumbles                                 1          1
Fumbles Lost                            0          1
Penalties                               1          0
Penalty Yds                            33          0
Turnovers                               0          2
TIME OF POSSESSION                  09:21      10:39

Individual Stats: Nighthawks
PASSING                        CMP  ATT  YDS  PCT   YPA SACK   TD  INT LONG RATING
G. J. Kinne                      6   10  137   60  13.6    2    1    1   40   97.8
Eric Crouch                      9   16  154   56   9.6    4    0    0   56   89.1

RUSHING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD  FUM
Garrett Wolfe                    9  102  11.3   78    1    0
Preston Brown                    8   33   4.1   15    0    0

RECEIVING                      REC  YDS   AVG LONG   TD DROP  YAC
Derrick Townsel                  4   80  20.0   33    0    0   22
Cameron Kenney                   3   75  25.0   56    0    2   18
Garrett Wolfe                    2   61  30.5   40    1    0   33
Christian Hopkins                2   37  18.5   21    0    0    0
Marcus Harris                    2   18   9.0   14    0    0    0
Antonio Robinson                 1   11  11.0   11    0    0    1
Schuylar Oordt                   1    9   9.0    9    0    1    1
Chris Davis                      0    0   0.0    0    0    1    0

KICKING                        FGM  FGA  PCT FGSBLOCKED  XPA  XPM  PCT XPSBLOCKED KICKOFFS TOUCHBACKS
Brandon Coutu                    1    1  100          0    0    0    0          0        2          0
Corey Ohnesorge                  0    1    0          0    2    0    0          0        2          0

PUNTING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG BLOCKS IN20 TOUCHBACKS
Brandon Coutu                    2   41  20.5   37      0    0          1

KICK RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG   TD LONG
Antonio Fenelus                  4   90  22.5    0   25
Antonio Pittman                  0    0   0.0    0    0

PUNT RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD
Antonio Fenelus                  1    4   4.0    4    0
Antonio Pittman                  2    8   4.0    5    0

DEFENSE                        TOT LOSS SACK   FF FREC  YDS   TD  INT  RET   AVG DEFLECTIONS SAFETIES CTH ALLOW BIG HITS
Jojo Dickson                     5    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Steve Octavien                   3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Nate Bussey                      3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Dovonte Edwards                  2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         3        0
Phillip Dillard                  2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Eric McBride                     2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Michael Jasper                   2    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Frank Okam                       2    1    1    1    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Jeremy Kellem                    2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Stuart Schweigert                1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Mitch Erickson                   1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Jay Moore                        1    0    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Morlon Greenwood                 1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Chris Smith                      1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         2        0
James Harrell                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Brandon Akpunku                  1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Marcus Harris                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Matt Estrada                     1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Aaron Weathers                   0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0

BLOCKING                      PANCAKES SACKS ALLOWED
Dan Gay IV                           7             0
Cordaro Howard                       3             0
Christian Hopkins                    3             0
Schuylar Oordt                       3             0
Gershom Jordan                       2             1
Tray Allen                           1             0
Jarvis Jones                         1             1
Mitch Erickson                       1             0
Mike Caputo                          1             0
John Griffin                         1             0

Individual Stats: Apollos
PASSING                        CMP  ATT  YDS  PCT   YPA SACK   TD  INT LONG RATING
Kevin Anderson                   6    8   62   75   7.7    2    1    0   18  136.5
Austin Appleby                   5   11   72   45   6.5    0    0    0   22   67.2

RUSHING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD  FUM
Akeem Hunt                      11   58   5.2   15    1    0
De'Veon Smith                    5   28   5.5   12    0    0

RECEIVING                      REC  YDS   AVG LONG   TD DROP  YAC
Ishmael Hyman                    2   38  19.0   20    1    0    0
Matt Weiser                      3   34  11.3   17    0    0    6
Chris Thompson                   3   30  10.0   15    0    1    3
Jalin Marshall                   1   22  22.0   22    0    0    8
Charles Johnson                  2   10   5.0    5    0    0    1

KICKING                        FGM  FGA  PCT FGSBLOCKED  XPA  XPM  PCT XPSBLOCKED KICKOFFS TOUCHBACKS
Ben Turk                         1    1  100          0    2    0    0          0        3          0
Elliott Fry                      0    0    0          0    1    1  100          0        1          0

PUNTING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG BLOCKS IN20 TOUCHBACKS
Ben Turk                         2   83  41.5   43      0    0          0
Elliott Fry                      2   38  19.0   34      0    0          0

KICK RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG   TD LONG
Akeem Hunt                       3  147  49.0    1   99
Jalin Marshall                   1   23  23.0    0   23

PUNT RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD
Akeem Hunt                       0    0   0.0    0    0
Jalin Marshall                   0    0   0.0    0    0

DEFENSE                        TOT LOSS SACK   FF FREC  YDS   TD  INT  RET   AVG DEFLECTIONS SAFETIES CTH ALLOW BIG HITS
Andrew Ankrah                    4    0    2    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         3        0
Terence Garvin                   4    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Abraham Wright                   3    0    1    1    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Jerome Couplin III               3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
D'Joun Smith                     3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Josh Evans                       3    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Kenny Peterson                   3    0    2    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Cody Riggs                       3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         2        0
Antonio Guerad                   2    1    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Bryce Canady                     2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         2        0
Earl Okine                       2    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Jorge Cordova                    2    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Marquez White                    2    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         3        0
Chris Thompson                   1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Ryan Davis Sr.                   1    0    0    0    1    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Reggie Northrup II               1    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Mark Myers Jr.                   1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Azeem Victor                     1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Ladarius Gunter                  1    0    0    0    0    0    0    1    5   5.0           1        0         0        0
Giorgio Newberry                 1    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0

BLOCKING                      PANCAKES SACKS ALLOWED
Chris Martin                         6             0
Marquis Lucas                        4             0
Sean Price                           4             0
Quinterrius Eatmon                   4             0
Tre' Jackson                         3             0
Andrew Tiller                        3             0
Aaron Evans                          3             0
Jordan McCray                        3             0
Ronald Patrick                       2             0
Rannell Hall                         2             0
Ishmael Hyman                        1             0
Ryan Green                           1             0
Jalin Marshall                       1             0
Steve Edwards                        1             1
Drew Ferris                          1             1
Matt Weiser                          1             0

Game Log Ends


UNITED CONTINENTAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE – PRESEASON WEEK 2 AFTER-ACTION REPORT
By Wes Callahan, American Sports Wire
In a thrilling Thursday night clash at Johnny Rosenblatt Stadium on August 18, the Orlando Apollos edged the Omaha Nighthawks 22-15 in Game 1 of Preseason Week 2. Despite a slow start, the Apollos rallied late to secure the victory in a game marked by explosive plays, special teams heroics, and gritty defense. Here’s the complete breakdown:

Scoring Breakdown by Quarter
First Quarter:
• OMA: The Nighthawks set the tone early when Garrett Wolfe burst for a 78-yard touchdown run. Although the PAT attempt fell short, Omaha managed to carve out an early 6-0 advantage, with the drive consuming just 29 seconds of the quarter’s clock.

Second Quarter:
• ORL: The Apollos answered with a 15-yard touchdown run by Akeem Hunt. However, the extra point was not converted, and the drive took nine plays for 94 yards, cutting the deficit.
• ORL: On their next possession, kicker Ben Turk nailed a 29-yard field goal over six plays, further boosting Orlando’s scoring.
• OMA: The Nighthawks struck back as Wolfe connected on a 40-yard touchdown pass from G.J. Kinne. Once again, the PAT attempt was unsuccessful, keeping Omaha’s tally modest.
• ORL: With time winding down in the half, Hunt delivered a highlight-reel play—a 99-yard kickoff return for a touchdown. The extra point attempt failed once more, but Orlando ended the half with a 15-12 lead.

Third Quarter:
• The third frame remained scoreless, as both teams battled to adjust their game plans and recalibrate on defense.

Fourth Quarter:
• OMA: Omaha’s Brandon Coutu connected on a 21-yard field goal after a methodical nine-play drive, adding three points to the Nighthawks’ total.
• ORL: In the decisive stretch, Orlando’s offense struck when Kevin Anderson found Ishmael Hyman on an 18-yard pass. The extra point was good, and the Apollos finished strong, holding on for a final score of 22-15.

Team & Individual Performance
The Apollos managed 205 total offensive yards, with a balanced attack that featured 119 passing yards and 86 rushing yards. Akeem Hunt led the ground game with 11 carries for 58 yards and a touchdown, and his 99-yard kickoff return was the play of the game. On the aerial side, Kevin Anderson efficiently completed 6 of 8 passes for 62 yards, posting an impressive 136.5 passer rating despite coming off two sacks.

Omaha, meanwhile, accumulated 397 total yards—262 through the air and 135 on the ground. G.J. Kinne, despite facing pressure (2 sacks), completed 6 of 10 passes for 137 yards, 2 touchdowns, and 1 interception, while Eric Crouch provided additional spark with 154 yards through 9 completions on 16 attempts. The Nighthawks’ offense, however, was ultimately stifled by turnovers and an inability to convert on crucial fourth-down opportunities.

Special teams were a key factor in this contest. Orlando’s Ben Turk was flawless on his lone field goal attempt, and Akeem Hunt’s electrifying kickoff return for a touchdown provided the spark that propelled the Apollos into the lead. For Omaha, Brandon Coutu’s 21-yard field goal proved to be their only consistent scoring outlet in the final quarter.

Postgame Interviews
Steve Spurrier, Orlando Head Coach:
"We came into this game with a chip on our shoulder after the loss to the Sharks, and I’m proud of how our guys battled back. Akeem’s kickoff return was a game-changer. We need to work on consistency—our extra point conversions and protection up front—but tonight, the boys showed real heart."

Bart Andrus, Omaha Head Coach:
"It was a tough night for us. We allowed big plays on special teams and couldn’t sustain drives. Garrett Wolfe did everything we asked of him, but the rest of our offense didn’t click. We’ll review the tape and make the necessary adjustments. We’re still building, and this game gives us plenty to work on."

Injury Report
No major injuries were reported following the game. Both teams remain at full strength heading into their upcoming preseason matchups.

Final Thoughts
This contest showcased the unpredictable nature of preseason football in the UCFL. The Apollos’ resilience and big-play capability, especially on special teams, proved to be the difference in a hard-fought battle. Meanwhile, the Nighthawks will look to tighten up their execution and reduce turnovers as they move forward. Stay tuned for more action as the season unfolds!
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Preseason:
Week 2
Orlando Apollos (0-1) @ Omaha Nighthawks(0-1) Thursday, August 16 (ESPN) ORL 22 - OMA 15 (Game of the Week)
Atlanta Legends (0-1) @ Toronto Argonauts (0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) ATL 37 - TOR 16
Charlotte Hornets (0-1) @ Philadelphia Bell (1-0) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) CHH 0 - PHI 0
Memphis Express (0-1) @ Boston Breakers(0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) MPH 0 - BOS 0
Winnipeg Blue Bombers (0-1) @ New York Guardians Friday, August 17 (FOX) WPG 0 - NYG 0
Houston Roughnecks (0-1) @ Arizona Hotshots (0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) HOU 0 - ARI 0
Michigan Panthers (1-0) @ Ohio Glory (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) MICH 0 - OHI 0
Shreveport Steamers (1-0) @ Hamilton Tiger-Cats (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SHR 0 - HAM 0
Tampa Bay Bandits (1-0) @ Jacksonville Sharks (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) TBB 0 - JAX 0
So. Cal Sun (0-1) @ St. Louis Battlehawks (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (CBS) SCS 0 - STL 0
Pittsburgh Maulers (1-0) @ Washington Federals (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) PIT 0 - WSH 0
Salt Lake City Stallions (0-1) @ Dallas Renegades (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SLC 0 - DAL 0
Seattle Dragons (1-0) @ Edmonton Eskimos (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SEA 0 - EDM 0
Las Vegas Outlaws (1-0) @ San Francisco Demons (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) LVO 0 - SF 0
New York Knights (1-0) @ Hartford Colonials (0-1) Sunday, August 19 (NBC) NYK 0 - HAR 0
Chicago Enforcers (1-0) @ Virginia Beach Destroyers Monday, August 20 (ESPN) CHI 0 - VAB 0

The Atlanta Sentinel
Atlanta Legends Pre-season Week 2 Preview
By Malcolm Everett
ATLANTA — The Atlanta Legends head into their second preseason game on Friday night against the Toronto Argonauts, looking to shake off last week’s disappointing 41-25 loss to the New York Guardians. While the scoreboard wasn't kind, the Legends showed flashes of promise, particularly on offense, where Peter Pujals demonstrated efficiency moving the ball, and running backs Tarean Folston and Akrum Wadley found some success on the ground.

That said, Head Coach Kevin Coyle knows moral victories don’t count.

“We moved the ball well at times, but turnovers and execution in key moments set us back,” Coyle said after practice this week. “We’ve got to clean things up, especially in pass protection, and we need to tighten up defensively. Toronto is going to be hungry after last week’s result.”

The Legends’ defense, particularly the secondary, struggled against New York, allowing big plays downfield. With Damian Swann and Shaq Wiggins leading the cornerback group, Atlanta will need to focus on limiting explosive plays against Toronto’s receiving corps.

One major storyline heading into Friday is the quarterback competition. Matt Simms, the presumed starter heading into camp, struggled in his limited snaps against New York, opening the door for Pujals and former Georgia Bulldog Aaron Murray to stake their claim for the job. Pujals led two touchdown drives but also had a costly interception. Murray, meanwhile, saw only brief action and is expected to get extended playing time against Toronto.

The offensive line will also be under the microscope. The Legends’ protection broke down at times last week, forcing hurried throws and limiting the running game. Toronto’s defensive front, while ineffective in its blowout loss to Shreveport, still boasts playmakers like Jonathan Brown and Ronald Flemons.

Expect Atlanta to test Toronto’s defensive resolve early and often. The Legends know they can put up points, but proving they can do so consistently while tightening up on the other side of the ball will be crucial as preseason action continues.

Kickoff is set for 7:30 PM EST at Rogers Centre in Toronto. Fans can catch the action locally on WALX 5 (FOX).

The Greater Toronto Tribune
Toronto Argonauts Pre-season Week2 Preview
By Colleen Harris
TORONTO — It wasn’t just a loss—it was an embarrassment. The Toronto Argonauts opened their preseason campaign with a disastrous 42-3 defeat against the Shreveport Steamer, a result that has the team scrambling for answers ahead of their home preseason debut against the Atlanta Legends on Friday night.

“There’s no excuse for what happened in Shreveport,” said head coach Greg Williams. “We got outplayed, outcoached, and outworked. That’s unacceptable, and it won’t happen again.”

If the Argonauts are to bounce back, it starts with quarterback Michael Bishop. The veteran gunslinger completed just 8 of 22 passes for 97 yards and two interceptions last week before being pulled in favor of Mike McMahon. While Bishop remains the likely starter, McMahon will see significant snaps, and there’s even speculation that third-stringer Ian Butler could get a longer look if the offense sputters early.

One major point of emphasis will be protecting the quarterback. Toronto’s offensive line struggled mightily against Shreveport’s defensive front, allowing five sacks and failing to create any running lanes for John Williams and Bryan Crawford. Williams finished with just 12 rushing yards on eight carries, a number that must improve for Toronto to have any offensive rhythm.

On the defensive side, Toronto’s unit was shredded by Shreveport’s passing attack, giving up four touchdowns through the air. The Argos need a strong response from their secondary, particularly Byron Parker and Chris Hardy, who were repeatedly targeted last week. The unit must do better against Atlanta’s receiving threats like Ervin Phillips and Montay Crockett.

One bright spot for Toronto in the loss was special teams. Punter Noel Prefontaine consistently flipped field position, and return man Andre Talbot had a pair of solid runbacks, offering at least a glimmer of hope in an otherwise dismal performance.

The Argonauts now have a chance to redeem themselves at home. Williams has emphasized a more balanced offensive attack, fewer penalties, and defensive discipline as key factors to turning things around.

“Atlanta is coming in here looking for their first win, just like we are,” Williams said. “It’s about pride. We’re going to find out who wants it more.”

Kickoff is at 7:30 PM EST at Rogers Centre. The game will be televised on CSTN-DT (TSN).

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 Atlanta Legends - Pre-season week 2 Depth Chart - 2007
Head Coach: Kevin Coyle
Offense: West Coast
Defense: 4-3
Local TV: WALX 5 (FOX)
Paper: The Atlanta Sentinal
Reporter: Malcolm Everett
Reporter Personality: Malcolm Everett is a seasoned sports reporter known for his sharp wit, fair analysis, and no-nonsense approach, offering insightful coverage of the Legends with a mix of dry humor and candid commentary

REGULAR OFFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
WR Ervin Phillips (81) Bug Howard (84) Malachai Jones (14) Justin Thomas (10)
TE Keith Towbridge (89) Jake Sutherland (82) Charles Standbery (80)
LT Matthew Schmidt (62) Jared Machorro (71)
LG Parker Collins (74) Tony Adams (60)
C Jeff Overbaugh (44) Trae Moxley (61)
RG Avery Gennesy (65) Freddie Burden (64)
RT Chase Farris (79) Brandon Pertile (77)
WR Montay Crockett (13) Seantavious Jones (15) James Quick (17)
QB Peter Pujals (6) Matt Simms (4) Aaron Murray (11)
FB Jake Sutherland (82) Keith Towbridge (89) Lawrence Pittman (24)
HB Terean Folston (40) Akrum Wadley (27) Denard Robinson (25)

BASE 4-3 DEFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
LDE T. J. Barnes (96) J. T. Barnes (91)
LDT Tracy Sprinkle (96) David Dean (95)
RDT Bijhon Jackson (99)
RDE Antonio Simmons (97) Tavaris Barnes (94)
WLB Brandon Watts (58) Dylan Donahue (51)
MLB Jeff Luc (50) Khalil Bass (53)
SLB KeShun Freeman (54) Tau Lotulelei (55) Ed Shockley (52)
CB Damian Swann (29) Donatello Brown (33) Darius Hillary (30)
SS Corey Griffon (41) Tyson Graham (32)
FS Desmond Lawrence (23) Carlos Merritt (20)
CB Shaq Wiggins (38) Quincy Mauger (42) Dorian Grant (21)

SPECIAL TEAMS
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
K Cameron Nizialek (9) Younghoe Koo (7)
P Younghoe Koo (7) Cameron Nizialek (9)
H Matt Simms (4) Peter Pujals (6)
PR Malachai Jones (14) Montay Crockett (13) Desmond Lawrence (23) Carlos Merritt (20)
KR Malachai Jones (14) Montay Crockett (13) Desmond Lawrence (23) Carlos Merritt (20)
LS Jared Machorro (71) Tony Adams (60) Jeff Overbaugh (44)


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 Toronto Argonauts - Pre-season Week 2 Depth Chart - 2007
Home Stadium: Rogers Centre
Head Coach: Greg Wiiliams
Offense: Balanced
Defense: 4-3
Local TV: CSTN-DT (TSN)
Paper: The Greater Toronto Tribune
Colleen Harris
A seasoned sportswriter, Harris brings an analytical and strategic approach to her football columns. She’s known for her in-depth breakdowns and insightful commentary on the Argonauts’ gameplay and the UCFL in general.

REGULAR OFFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
WR Tony Miles (15) Andre Talbot (4) Arland Bruce (5)
TE Marc Boerigter (89) Jamal Broussard (91) Kojo Aidoo (36)
LT Glenn January (64) Brian Ramsay (57)
LG Fabio Filice (61) Steve Morley (63) Jude St. John (66)
C Chad Folk (56) Taylor Robertson (65)
RG Mike Pearson (69) Dave Costa (68)
RT Jerome Davis (67) Derrell Mitchell (87)
WR Obed Cetoute (16) Frank Murphy (88) Marc Boerigter (89)
QB Michael Bishop (17) Mike McMahon (12) Ian Butler (19)
FB Kojo Aidoo (36) Marc Boerigter (89) Jamal Broussard (91)
HB John Williams (11) Bryan Crawford (40) Dominique Dorsey (34)

BASE 4-3 DEFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
LDE Jonathan Brown (97) Riall Johnson (98)
LDT Ramel Meekins (93) Chuck Winters (32)
RDT Derham Cato (92) Adriano Belli (78)
RDE Ronald Flemons (99) Jeff Keeping (33)
WLB Mike Fletcher (2) Kevin Eiben (35)
MLB Randy Srochenski (45) Mike O'Shea
SLB Raymond Fontaine (51) Aaron Wagner (52)
CB Byron Parker (28) Jermaine Mays (24) Kahlil Carter (3)
SS Adrian Mayes (43) Kenny Wheaton (30)
FS Yves Hercule (6) Orlondo Steinauer (21)
CB Chris Hardy (8) Jordan Younger (29)

SPECIAL TEAMS
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
K Steve Christie (19) Noel Prefontaine (1)
P Noel Prefontaine (1) Steve Christie (19)
H Mike McMahon (12) Michael Bishop (17)
PR Andre Talbot (4) Tony Miles (15) Obed Cetoute (16) Frank Murphy (88)
KR Andre Talbot (4) Tony Miles (15) Obed Cetoute (16) Frank Murphy (88)
LS Jude St. John (66) Dave Costa (68) Brian Ramsay (57)


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NFL Network TV Bumper
Voiceover (deep, authoritative):
"This Friday night, the lights shine bright north of the border. The Argonauts return to the Rogers Centre, hungry for redemption after a tough loss. But the Legends are rolling in from Atlanta, ready to rewrite their own story. Two teams. One win. Who takes that next step? The UCFL Preseason rolls on.

Atlanta. Toronto. Friday. 8 Eastern. Only on NFL Network.

This is Football. This is the UCFL."

CSTN-DT (TSN) - TORONTO LOCAL BUMPER
Voiceover (energetic Canadian sports host):
"Toronto, are you ready? The Double Blue are back home and looking to bounce back big at the Dome! The Rogers Centre becomes a battlefield this Friday as your Argos take on the Atlanta Legends in Week 2 action. Catch every snap, every hit, every moment LIVE, right here on CSTN-DT!"

Argos. Legends. Friday night lights.

This is Football. This is the UCFL.

WALX 5 (FOX ATLANTA) - ATLANTA LOCAL BUMPER
Voiceover (Southern drawl, gritty tone):
"Friday night, the Legends are headed north to the Great White North. But don’t let the cold fool you — this one’s gonna be heated. After a tough loss, Atlanta's got something to prove, and the Toronto Argos are in the way. Tune in and back your boys as they bring that Southern fire to Canada!"

Legends vs. Argos. Friday. Live at 8 on WALX 5.

This is Football. This is the UCFL.

https://youtu.be/N8G8QVIVwn8

Final Score: ATL: 37 - TOR: 16

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Madden NFL 08 PC v0.0 Game Log - Legend at Argonauts
Game Time: Fri Apr 04 19:18:24 2025
Skill Level: Pro
Quarter Length: 5 minute(s)

Slider                         Human   CPU
QB Accuracy                       50    50
Pass Blocking                     50    50
Receiver Catching                 50    50
Running Ability                   50    50
Offensive line Run Blocking       50    50
Defensive Awareness               50    50
Defensive line Knockdowns         50    50
Interceptions                     50    50
Defensive Break Blocks            50    50
Tackling                          50    50
Fieldgoal Length                  50    50
Fieldgoal Accuracy                50    50
Punt Length                       50    50
Punt Accuracy                     50    50
Kickoff Length                    50    50

Weather
Forecast: Fair
Wind: 0 mph
Temp: 66 degrees

Team               Q1   Q2   Q3   Q4   OT      FINAL
Legend             14   10    7    6    0         37
Argonauts           0    0    3   13    0         16

Game Statistics:                   Legend  Argonauts
First Downs                             8         10
Third Down Conversions                  2          3
Third Downs                             9         10
Third Down Percentage               22.2%      30.0%
Fourth Down Conversions                 0          1
Fourth Downs                            0          2
Fourth Down Percentage               0.0%      50.0%
Two Pt Conversions Made                 0          0
Two Pt Conversions Attempted            0          1
Two Pt Conversion Percentage         0.0%       0.0%
Offense Redzone Num                     3          2
Offense Redzone TDs                     2          0
Offense Redzone FGs                     1          1
Offense Redzone Percentage         100.0%      50.0%
Rushing Attempts                       28         12
Rushing Yards                         114         34
Rushing Average                       4.1        2.8
Rushing TDs                             1          0
Passing Yards                         115        270
Passing Completions                     6         12
Passing Attempts                       12         31
Completion Percentage               50.0%      38.7%
Passing Average                       9.6        8.7
Passing TDs                             2          2
Offensive Pass Interceptions            0          4
TOTAL OFFENSE                         229        304
Defensive Pass Interceptions            4          0
Punt Return Yards                      13          0
Kick Return Yards                      13        162
Punts                                   3          3
Punt Avg                             42.0       33.7
Fumbles                                 1          1
Fumbles Lost                            1          1
Penalties                               4          1
Penalty Yds                            31          2
Turnovers                               1          5
TIME OF POSSESSION                  11:49      08:11

Individual Stats: Argonauts
PASSING                        CMP  ATT  YDS  PCT   YPA SACK   TD  INT LONG RATING
Mike McMahon                     5   13  162   38  12.4    3    2    1   60   93.6
Michael Bishop                   7   18  132   38   7.3    2    0    3   32   25.5

RUSHING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD  FUM
Kojo Aidoo                       1   13  13.0   13    0    0
Bryan Crawford                   5   10   2.0    6    0    0
John Williams                    5    8   1.5    9    0    1
Jamall Broussard                 1    3   3.0    3    0    0

RECEIVING                      REC  YDS   AVG LONG   TD DROP  YAC
Arland Bruce                     3  132  44.0   60    2    1   67
Obed Cetoute                     4   86  21.5   32    0    3    4
Marc Boerigter                   1   21  21.0   21    0    0    1
Frank Murphy                     1   20  20.0   20    0    0    6
Andre Talbot                     1   17  17.0   17    0    0    7
Bryan Crawford                   1   10  10.0   10    0    0    4
Tony Miles                       1    8   8.0    8    0    0    1
Jamall Broussard                 0    0   0.0    0    0    1    0

KICKING                        FGM  FGA  PCT FGSBLOCKED  XPA  XPM  PCT XPSBLOCKED KICKOFFS TOUCHBACKS
Steve Christie                   1    1  100          0    1    1  100          0        2          0
Noel Prefontaine                 0    0    0          0    0    0    0          0        1          0

PUNTING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG BLOCKS IN20 TOUCHBACKS
Noel Prefontaine                 3  101  33.6   40      0    0          0

KICK RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG   TD LONG
Andre Talbot                     4   82  20.5    0   29
Tony Miles                       4   80  20.0    0   25

PUNT RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD
Andre Talbot                     0    0   0.0    0    0
Tony Miles                       0    0   0.0    0    0

DEFENSE                        TOT LOSS SACK   FF FREC  YDS   TD  INT  RET   AVG DEFLECTIONS SAFETIES CTH ALLOW BIG HITS
Orlondo Steinauer                5    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Raymond Fontaine                 5    2    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Jeff Keeping                     4    2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Mike O'Shea                      3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Chuck Winters                    3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Adrian Mayes                     3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Yves Hercule                     2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Byron Parker                     2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Adriano Belli                    2    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Riall Johnson                    1    0    1    1    1    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Aaron Wagner                     1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Kenny Wheaton                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Kevin Eiben                      1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Arland Bruce                     1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Jermaine Mays                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Fabio Filice                     1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Marc Boerigter                   1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Randy Srochenski                 1    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Mike Fletcher                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Chris Hardy                      0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0

BLOCKING                      PANCAKES SACKS ALLOWED
Derrell Mitchell                     5             1
Steve Morley                         2             0
Fabio Filice                         2             1
Jamall Broussard                     2             0
Brian Ramsey                         2             0
Jerome Davis                         1             0
Dave Costa                           1             1
Frank Murphy                         1             0
Mike Pearson                         1             0


Individual Stats: Legend
PASSING                        CMP  ATT  YDS  PCT   YPA SACK   TD  INT LONG RATING
Matt Simms                       4    7   68   57   9.7    1    1    0   23  129.8
Peter Pujals                     2    5   53   40  10.5    1    1    0   47  119.2

RUSHING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD  FUM
Tarean Folston                  14   77   5.5   19    1    0
Akrum Wadley                    11   32   2.9   12    0    0
Jake Sutherland                  1    7   7.0    7    0    0
Matt Simms                       2   -2  -1.0    0    0    1

RECEIVING                      REC  YDS   AVG LONG   TD DROP  YAC
Jake Sutherland                  3   55  18.3   23    0    0   16
Keith Towbridge                  1   47  47.0   47    1    0   40
James Quick                      1   13  13.0   13    1    0    0
Tarean Folston                   1    6   6.0    6    0    0    1

KICKING                        FGM  FGA  PCT FGSBLOCKED  XPA  XPM  PCT XPSBLOCKED KICKOFFS TOUCHBACKS
Younghoe Koo                     3    3  100          0    4    4  100          0        4          0
Cameron Nizialek                 0    0    0          0    0    0    0          0        4          0

PUNTING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG BLOCKS IN20 TOUCHBACKS
Cameron Nizialek                 3  126  42.0   49      0    0          3

KICK RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG   TD LONG
Malachi Jones                    1   19  19.0    0   19
Ervin Phillips                   1    0   0.0    0    0
Montay Crockett                  0    0   0.0    0    0
Tarean Folston                   1   -6  -6.0    0    0

PUNT RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD
Montay Crockett                  2   13   6.5    9    0
Malachi Jones                    0    0   0.0    0    0
Tarean Folston                   0    0   0.0    0    0
Ervin Phillips                   0    0   0.0    0    0

DEFENSE                        TOT LOSS SACK   FF FREC  YDS   TD  INT  RET   AVG DEFLECTIONS SAFETIES CTH ALLOW BIG HITS
Desmond Lawrence                 4    0    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Damian Swann                     4    0    0    0    0    0    1    2   78  39.0           2        0         1        0
Bijhon Jackson                   4    3    1    0    1    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Donatello Brown                  3    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Corey Griffin                    3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Carlos Merritt                   3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
J.T. Jones                       2    0    2    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Tyson Graham Jr.                 2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
KeShun Freeman                   2    0    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Khalil Bass                      1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Ervin Phillips                   1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Matt Simms                       1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Dylan Donahue                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Tau Lotulelei                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Brandon Watts                    1    0    0    1    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Jeff Luc                         1    0    0    0    0    0    0    1    5   5.0           0        0         0        0
Quincy Mauger                    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    1    2   2.0           0        0         2        0
Shaq Wiggins                     0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         1        0

BLOCKING                      PANCAKES SACKS ALLOWED
Jake Sutherland                      5             0
Jared Machorro                       4             0
Avery Gennesy                        4             0
Keith Towbridge                      3             0
Lawrence Pittman                     2             0
Brandon Pertile                      2             0
Trae Moxley                          2             0
Tony Adams                           1             0
Jeff Overbaugh                       1             0
Freddie Burden                       1             0
Charles Standberry Jr                1             0

Game Log Ends


UNITED CONTINENTAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE – PRESEASON WEEK 2 AFTER-ACTION REPORT: Atlanta Legends at Toronto Argonauts
Atlanta Legends at Toronto Argonauts – Pre-season Week 2, Game 2
By Wes Callahan, American Sports Wire
In a clash marked by explosive plays and defensive disruption at Toronto’s Rogers Centre, the Atlanta Legends edged the Toronto Argonauts 37-16 in a pre-season showdown that showcased both the Legends’ balanced attack and their opportunistic defense.

First Half Fireworks
1st Quarter:
The Legends struck early. Running back Terean Folston broke loose on a 13-yard sprint for a touchdown, capping off a sustained drive completed in just four plays over 36 yards—with 1:10 of the clock consumed and 1:56 remaining in the quarter.

Shortly after, quarterback Peter Pujals connected with tight end Keith Towbridge on a 47-yard bomb to extend the lead. That drive, executed in three plays covering 54 yards, left just 48 seconds on the clock with 32 seconds remaining in the quarter.
2nd Quarter:
Atlanta’s special teams came to the forefront as Younghoe Koo nailed a 54-yard field goal on a drive spanning three plays and 39 yards, with the kick coming on with 42 seconds on the clock and 4:39 left in the half.

Defensive brilliance then turned the tide when cornerback Damian Swann intercepted a pass from Toronto QB Michael Bishop and returned it an astonishing 78 yards for a touchdown, with the extra point riding the game close as the half wound down.
Injury Alert:
Tragedy struck early in the game as Atlanta’s dynamic wide receiver Malachai Jones suffered a torn pectoral muscle in the first quarter. The injury is severe enough to sideline him for at least four weeks, a setback the Legends will look to overcome as the season unfolds.

Second Half Adjustments
After halftime, both teams shuffled their backups into action, with fresh legs taking the field.

3rd Quarter:
Atlanta responded with a sharp strike from quarterback Matt Simms, who found receiver James Quick for a 13-yard touchdown pass. The drive, crafted over five plays covering 40 yards, left 1:06 on the clock with a comfortable three minutes remaining.

However, Toronto wasn’t idle as Steve Christie booted a 33-yard field goal on a drive that took seven plays and 77 yards, keeping the visitors in contention.

4th Quarter:
The Argonauts roared back as Michael McMahon connected with receiver Arland Bruce on a spectacular 60-yard touchdown pass, executed in just two plays covering 59 yards with only 24 seconds on the clock and 4:32 remaining in the game.

Yet, the Legends answered promptly; Koo drained a 38-yard field goal on a five-play, 41-yard drive with 1:12 consumed and 3:20 left in the contest.

The Argos tried to retake the lead as Bruce found the end zone again on a 53-yard pass from McMahon (the two-point conversion fell short after a seven-play, 68-yard drive),

Koo’s final 45-yard field goal on a four-play, 56-yard drive with 53 seconds on the clock sealed the victory for Atlanta.

Interview Insights
Atlanta Head Coach Kevin Coyle had this to say:
"We came out with a game plan to be aggressive on both sides of the ball, and our execution showed. Despite the setback with Malachai’s injury, our guys stepped up. Our defense was relentless, and those turnovers really swung the momentum. We’re excited about our depth and look to build on these positive signs as we approach the regular season."

Toronto Argonauts Head Coach Greg Wiiliams offered his perspective:
"We saw moments where we could dominate, especially with our passing game, but consistency was our downfall today. Our defensive schemes didn’t counter Atlanta’s versatility as effectively as we hoped, and the penalties cost us crucial yardage. There’s work to be done, and we’ll address it in practice. It’s back to the drawing board."

Final Thoughts
The Legends’ balanced approach on offense, combined with a defensive unit that capitalized on mistakes, proved to be the difference in a hard-fought pre-season battle. While injuries and missed opportunities by the Argonauts left them trailing, the game provided both teams with lessons to carry forward into the upcoming regular season.
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Preseason:
Week 2
Orlando Apollos (0-1) @ Omaha Nighthawks(0-1) Thursday, August 16 (ESPN) ORL 22 - OMA 15 (Game of the Week)
Atlanta Legends (0-1) @ Toronto Argonauts (0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) ATL 37 - TOR 16
Charlotte Hornets (0-1) @ Philadelphia Bell (1-0) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) CHH 16 - PHI 14
Memphis Express (0-1) @ Boston Breakers(0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) MPH 0 - BOS 0
Winnipeg Blue Bombers (0-1) @ New York Guardians Friday, August 17 (FOX) WPG 0 - NYG 0
Houston Roughnecks (0-1) @ Arizona Hotshots (0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) HOU 0 - ARI 0
Michigan Panthers (1-0) @ Ohio Glory (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) MICH 0 - OHI 0
Shreveport Steamers (1-0) @ Hamilton Tiger-Cats (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SHR 0 - HAM 0
Tampa Bay Bandits (1-0) @ Jacksonville Sharks (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) TBB 0 - JAX 0
So. Cal Sun (0-1) @ St. Louis Battlehawks (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (CBS) SCS 0 - STL 0
Pittsburgh Maulers (1-0) @ Washington Federals (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) PIT 0 - WSH 0
Salt Lake City Stallions (0-1) @ Dallas Renegades (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SLC 0 - DAL 0
Seattle Dragons (1-0) @ Edmonton Eskimos (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SEA 0 - EDM 0
Las Vegas Outlaws (1-0) @ San Francisco Demons (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) LVO 0 - SF 0
New York Knights (1-0) @ Hartford Colonials (0-1) Sunday, August 19 (NBC) NYK 0 - HAR 0
Chicago Enforcers (1-0) @ Virginia Beach Destroyers Monday, August 20 (ESPN) CHI 0 - VAB 0

The Queen City Chronicle
Charlotte Hornets vs. Philadelphia Bell Preview
Friday, August 17th at 7:00pm EDT | WBTV 5 (FOX)
By Veronica Jones
As the Charlotte Hornets head into their second preseason matchup against the Philadelphia Bell, the team is eager to build off a tough but close loss to the New York/New Jersey Knights. Though the Hornets came up short in Week 1, falling 20-14, there were encouraging signs — especially on defense. Now, with a new challenge ahead in the form of a high-scoring Philadelphia Bell squad, Coach Ron Rivera and his team will need to fine-tune their game plan to stay competitive.

What to Watch: Charlotte’s Offense and Defense
Charlotte’s offense struggled to find rhythm in Week 1, but there's reason to believe they can make strides. Quarterback Tom Sherman is expected to get another chance to lead the charge after an up-and-down performance in his debut. With strong weapons on the outside like wide receiver Kreg Kapitan and veteran tight end Danny Whyte, the Hornets have the pieces to improve. However, against a team like the Bell — who recently put up 40 points — they’ll need better execution and offensive balance.

The offensive line, anchored by left tackle Jerome Gantt, will have to step up, as the Bell's 4-3 defense can apply consistent pressure. Gantt and company will need to give Sherman enough time to let the West Coast offense breathe. Meanwhile, the Hornets’ running back committee, led by James Ford, will need to establish the run to take pressure off the passing game.

Defensively, Charlotte's 4-3 scheme has some playmakers, particularly linebacker Dana Carpenter and cornerback Jeff Woodcock. They’ll need to play a key role in containing Bell quarterback Jim Corcoran, who was impressive in Week 1. The defensive front, featuring the hard-hitting Jerry Ellison and Joe Jackson, will need to disrupt Philadelphia’s rhythm early.

A Tough Test Against the Bell
Philadelphia, on the other hand, enters Week 2 after a dominant 40-21 victory over the Hartford Colonials. Coach Chip Kelly’s squad has an explosive offense, with quarterback Jim Corcoran leading a potent attack that moves quickly and efficiently. Wide receiver Donnie Shanklin had a breakout performance in Week 1, and his speed could be a major issue for Charlotte’s secondary.

The Bell's defense, led by the formidable Bob Thompson and Leon Pettigrew on the line, has the potential to stifle Charlotte’s offense. With aggressive pass-rushers and a tough secondary, the Bell defense will look to exploit Charlotte’s offensive struggles from Week 1.

Key Players to Watch
For Charlotte:
• Kreg Kapitan – The young wide receiver has the ability to make explosive plays and could be a game-changer in the passing attack.
• James Ford – As the lead running back, Ford must find holes against Philadelphia's defensive front and provide balance to the offense.

For Philadelphia:
• Jim Corcoran – The Bell quarterback played brilliantly in Week 1 and will look to continue his strong play against Charlotte’s defense.
• Donnie Shanklin – The wide receiver’s speed and ability to stretch the field make him a dangerous weapon in the Bell offense.

Prediction
The Hornets will have their hands full against a Philadelphia team that is firing on all cylinders. Charlotte’s defense will keep them in the game, but unless the offense can find consistency, it may be a long night. Expect a competitive game, but the Bell's offensive firepower and momentum from Week 1 may prove to be the difference.

Philadelphia Bell 31, Charlotte Hornets 17

The Liberty Ledger
Philadelphia Bell vs. Charlotte Hornets Preview
Friday, August 17th at 7:00pm EDT | WPHE 8 (ABC)
By Franklin Cooper
After an impressive 40-21 victory over the Hartford Colonials in Week 1, the Philadelphia Bell will look to continue their winning ways when they host the Charlotte Hornets in their second preseason contest. Coach Chip Kelly’s squad was firing on all cylinders, with a high-powered offense and a defense that imposed its will. The Hornets, on the other hand, are coming off a narrow 20-14 loss to the New York/New Jersey Knights and will need to clean up some mistakes if they hope to challenge the Bell.

Philadelphia’s High-Flying Offense
Led by quarterback Jim Corcoran, who threw for 3 touchdowns in Week 1, the Bell’s offense was clicking on all cylinders. Corcoran’s connection with wide receiver Donnie Shanklin was a major factor in their offensive output, and that dynamic duo will be a major key once again in this matchup.

The Bell’s West Coast offense thrives on quick passes and sharp route-running, and Corcoran's ability to read defenses and distribute the ball efficiently will be critical against Charlotte’s 4-3 defense. Tight end Larry Monsilovich is another weapon who can create mismatches down the seam, and with running back Alan Thompson capable of breaking through the Hornets' defensive line, the Bell will look to control the tempo early.

On defense, Philadelphia showed they could be just as dominant, limiting Hartford to just 21 points. The defensive line, led by Don Ratliff and Bob Thompson, will have to focus on putting pressure on Charlotte’s quarterback, Tom Sherman. If they can disrupt his rhythm, the Bell will likely force the Hornets into difficult passing situations.

Charlotte’s Road to Recovery
After a tough opening loss, Charlotte will need to find a way to make adjustments, particularly on offense. Quarterback Tom Sherman didn’t have the best outing against New York/New Jersey, and he will need more time to develop chemistry with his wide receivers and tight ends.

The Hornets’ offensive line will need to step up in a big way against a Philadelphia defense that will be relentless in its pursuit of the quarterback. Jerome Gantt and his fellow linemen must protect Sherman long enough for the West Coast system to work, and the Hornets will have to establish a running game led by James Ford to keep Philadelphia’s defense honest.

Defensively, Charlotte has some solid individual performers. Linebacker Dana Carpenter and cornerback Jeff Woodcock are experienced players who will need to step up and make plays. However, they face a tough task in slowing down the Bell’s balanced attack. The defense must stay disciplined, especially in coverage, as Shanklin can turn any reception into a big gain.

Key Players to Watch
For Philadelphia:
• Jim Corcoran – The quarterback is the engine that drives the Bell’s high-powered offense. His ability to read defenses and distribute the ball will be key in this matchup.
• Donnie Shanklin – Shanklin’s ability to stretch the field will put pressure on Charlotte’s secondary and could open up opportunities for big plays.

For Charlotte:
• Tom Sherman – Charlotte’s hopes rest on Sherman’s ability to improve in Week 2. He will need to be sharp and efficient to keep the offense on track.
• Jerry Ellison – The defensive end will need to get pressure on Corcoran and disrupt Philadelphia’s passing game to give Charlotte a fighting chance.

Prediction
While the Hornets are a talented team, Philadelphia comes into this game with momentum, superior offensive firepower, and a defense that is playing at a high level. Charlotte will need to improve quickly to keep pace, but Philadelphia is the stronger team on paper. Expect the Bell to win comfortably.

Philadelphia Bell 34, Charlotte Hornets 17

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 Charlotte Hornets - Pre-season week 2 Depth Chart - 2007
Head Coach: Ron Rivera
Offense: West Coast
Defense: 4-3
Local Televlsion: WBTV 5 (FOX)
Paper: The Queen City Chronicle
Reporter: Veronica Jones
Reporter Personality: Jones writes with a keen understanding of both football and the local culture in Charlotte. Her columns offer a mix of game breakdowns and a look at how the Hornets fit into the city’s sports scene, often weaving in historical context and local color.

REGULAR OFFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
WR Kreg Kapitan (25) Tim George (36) Randy Cobb (17)
TE Danny Whyte (80) Ray Parson (83) James Thompson (48)
LT Jerome Gantt (75) Darrel Bunge (70)
LG John Culpepper (64) Dave Margavage (65)
C Greg Dubinetz (59) Charlie Tiblom (52)
RG Bracy Bonham (62) John Jacquot (66)
RT Glenn Hyde (77) Carl Collins (73)
WR Al Young (29) Lee McGriff (11)
QB Tom Sherman (19) Brian Dowling (10) Chris Kupec (12)
FB Ray Parson (83) James Thompson (48) Lewis Jolley (44)
HB James Ford (46) John Sykes (21) Don Highsmith (32) David Blake (47)

BASE 4-3 DEFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
LDE Jerry Ellison (67) John Bushong (60)
LDT Joe Jackson (63) Bennie Barbour (86)
RDT Greg Lens (69) Marty Smith (72)
RDE J. T. Turner (85) Cliff Greenfield (82)
WLB Dana Carpenter (61) Dave Benson (45)
MLB Jere Brown (51) Marty Huff (54) Tom Chandler (50)
SLB Tom Embrey (43) Art Reynolds (58)
CB Jeff Woodcock (20) Rollen Smith (26) Bryan White (24)
SS Ike Thomas (22) Terry Hoeppner (28)
FS Molly McGee (27) Randy Rhino (8)
CB Sonny Hicks (9) Larry Shears (23)

SPECIAL TEAMS
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
K Robby Reynolds (15) Pete Rajecki (3)
P Pete Rajecki (3) Robby Reynolds (15)
H Brian Dowling (10) Tom Sherman (19)
PR Ike Thomas (22) Sonny Hicks (9) Kreg Kapitan (25) Randy Cobb (17)
KR Ike Thomas (22) Sonny Hicks (9) Kreg Kapitan (25) Randy Cobb (17)
LS John Jacquot (66) Darrel Bunge (70) Charlie Tiblom (52)


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 Philadelphia Bell - Pre-season Week 2 Depth Chart - 2007
Home Stadium: Franklin Field
Head Coach: Chip Kelly
Offenese: West Coast
Defense: 4-3
Local TV: WPHE 8 (ABC)
Paper: The Liberty Ledger
Reporter: Franklin Cooper
Reporter Personality: Cooper’s columns are a mix of cultural analysis and technical breakdowns. He digs into the roots of the Bell’s performance and the franchise’s place within Philadelphia’s storied sports history, often taking a more analytical approach.

REGULAR OFFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
WR Len Izzo (81) Vince Papale (83) Mike Bartik (88)
TE Larry Monsilovich (34) Paul Dunn (86) LeVell Hill (82)
LT Cliff Burnett (65) Pete Horoszko (70)
LG Bob Rickenbach (74) Ralph Sonntag (75)
C Leo Levandowski (50) Bob Paschall (52)
RG Walter Hughes (61) Dave Joyner (63)
RT Bill Ellenbogen (73) Dennis Lozzi (71)
WR Donnie Shanklin (80) Mike Carter (84) LeVell Hill (82)
QB Jim Corcoran (9) Sonny Sixkiller (28) Frank Dimaggio (10)
FB Ron Holliday (8) Jimmie Joe (32) Paul Dunn (86)
HB Alan Thompson (22) John Land (20) Cecil Bowens (33) Claude Watts* (30)

*= injured Player

BASE 4-3 DEFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
LDE Bob Thompson (62) Walt Mitchell (72)
LDT Skip Parmenter (77) Ken Scott (66)
RDT Leon Pettigrew (78) Tom Laputka (60)
RDE Don Ratliff (86) Rick Cash (76)
WLB Bill Peterson (55) Wally Dempsey (54)
MLB John Sodaski (57) Curt Kral (53)
SLB Bob Grant (50) John Phillips (58)
CB Bernie Chapman (37) Lorenzo Brinkley (47) Marv Pettaway (36)
SS Frank Polito (40) Ed Hayes (35)
FS Zaven Yaralian (41) Don Vallery (38) Bryan Marshall (45)
CB Mike Shaw (46) Benny Johnson (29)

SPECIAL TEAMS
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
K Henry Brown (31) Rich Szaro (14)
P Rich Szaro (14) Henry Brown (31)
H Sonny Sixkiller (28) Jim Corcoran (9)
PR Len Izzo (81) Alan Thompson (22) Frank Polito (40) Marv Pettaway (36)
KR Len Izzo (81) Alan Thompson (22) Frank Polito (40) Marv Pettaway (36)
LS Dave Joyner (63) Bob Paschall (52) Pete Horoszko (70)


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"Get ready for the game of the week! The Philadelphia Bell (1-0) take on the Charlotte Hornets (0-1) this Friday on NFL Network!
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Voiceover (Philadelphia-based, dramatic):
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Final Score: CHH 16 - PHI 14

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 Madden NFL 08 PC v0.0 Game Log - Hornets at Bells
Game Time: Sat Apr 05 21:16:17 2025
Skill Level: Pro
Quarter Length: 5 minute(s)

Slider                         Human   CPU
QB Accuracy                       50    50
Pass Blocking                     50    50
Receiver Catching                 50    50
Running Ability                   50    50
Offensive line Run Blocking       50    50
Defensive Awareness               50    50
Defensive line Knockdowns         50    50
Interceptions                     50    50
Defensive Break Blocks            50    50
Tackling                          50    50
Fieldgoal Length                  50    50
Fieldgoal Accuracy                50    50
Punt Length                       50    50
Punt Accuracy                     50    50
Kickoff Length                    50    50

Weather
Forecast: Fair
Wind: 14 mph
Temp: 68 degrees

Team               Q1   Q2   Q3   Q4   OT      FINAL
Hornets             6    7    0    3    0         16
Bells               0    0    7    7    0         14

Game Statistics:                  Hornets      Bells
First Downs                            13          8
Third Down Conversions                  3          5
Third Downs                             9         12
Third Down Percentage               33.3%      41.7%
Fourth Down Conversions                 0          0
Fourth Downs                            0          1
Fourth Down Percentage               0.0%       0.0%
Two Pt Conversions Made                 0          0
Two Pt Conversions Attempted            0          0
Two Pt Conversion Percentage         0.0%       0.0%
Offense Redzone Num                     3          1
Offense Redzone TDs                     1          1
Offense Redzone FGs                     0          0
Offense Redzone Percentage          33.3%     100.0%
Rushing Attempts                       24         18
Rushing Yards                         156         74
Rushing Average                       6.5        4.1
Rushing TDs                             1          1
Passing Yards                         116         91
Passing Completions                     9          9
Passing Attempts                       21         23
Completion Percentage               42.9%      39.1%
Passing Average                       5.5        4.0
Passing TDs                             1          1
Offensive Pass Interceptions            2          0
TOTAL OFFENSE                         272        165
Defensive Pass Interceptions            0          2
Punt Return Yards                       0          0
Kick Return Yards                      35         29
Punts                                   2          4
Punt Avg                             30.5       36.0
Fumbles                                 1          1
Fumbles Lost                            1          1
Penalties                               1          0
Penalty Yds                            23          0
Turnovers                               3          1
TIME OF POSSESSION                  10:06      09:54

Individual Stats: Bells
PASSING                        CMP  ATT  YDS  PCT   YPA SACK   TD  INT LONG RATING
Sonny Sixkiller                  4   12   45   33   3.7    2    1    0   28   73.2
Jim Corcoran                     5   11   65   45   5.9    2    0    0   21   64.6

RUSHING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD  FUM
John Land                       10   40   4.0   10    1    0
Alan Thompson                    8   34   4.2   14    0    0

RECEIVING                      REC  YDS   AVG LONG   TD DROP  YAC
Larry Monsilovich                3   40  13.3   21    0    0    3
Mike Bartik                      1   28  28.0   28    1    0    8
Alan Thompson                    1   19  19.0   19    0    0    0
Mike Carter                      1   13  13.0   13    0    1    3
Donnie Shanklin                  1    6   6.0    6    0    0    4
Len Izzo                         1    5   5.0    5    0    2    3
Paul Dunn                        0    0   0.0    0    0    1    0
John Land                        1   -1  -1.0    0    0    0    0

KICKING                        FGM  FGA  PCT FGSBLOCKED  XPA  XPM  PCT XPSBLOCKED KICKOFFS TOUCHBACKS
Henry Brown                      0    1    0          0    0    0    0          0        1          0
Rich Szaro                       0    0    0          0    2    2  100          0        2          1

PUNTING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG BLOCKS IN20 TOUCHBACKS
Henry Brown                      2   86  43.0   57      0    2          0
Rich Szaro                       2   58  29.0   37      0    0          1

KICK RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG   TD LONG
Len Izzo                         1   19  19.0    0   19
Alan Thompson                    1   10  10.0    0   10

PUNT RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD
Alan Thompson                    0    0   0.0    0    0
Len Izzo                         0    0   0.0    0    0

DEFENSE                        TOT LOSS SACK   FF FREC  YDS   TD  INT  RET   AVG DEFLECTIONS SAFETIES CTH ALLOW BIG HITS
John Phillips                    3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Curt Kral                        3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Bob Grant                        3    1    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Frank Polito                     3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         1        0
Bernie Chapman                   3    0    0    0    0    0    0    1    2   2.0           0        0         1        0
Wally Dempsey                    3    0    0    1    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Skip Parmenter                   2    0    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Lorenzo Brinkley                 2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Ed Hayes                         2    0    0    0    1    0    0    1   13  13.0           1        0         0        0
Rick Cash                        2    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
John Sodaski                     2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Walt Mitchell                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Mike Shaw                        1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Bob Thomson                      1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Cliff Burnett                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Zaven Yaralian                   1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0

BLOCKING                      PANCAKES SACKS ALLOWED
Pete Horoszko                       10             0
Dave Joyner                          5             0
Cliff Burnett                        4             0
Bob Rickenbach                       2             0
Jimmy Joe                            2             0
Leo Levandowski                      1             0
Bill Ellenbogen                      1             1
Vince Papale                         1             0
Paul Dunn                            1             0
Ralph Sonntag                        1             0
Bob Paschall                         1             0
Ron Holliday                         1             0
Dennis Lozzi                         1             2


Individual Stats: Hornets
PASSING                        CMP  ATT  YDS  PCT   YPA SACK   TD  INT LONG RATING
Tom Sherman                      7   13  113   53   8.6    2    1    1   24   76.7
Brian Dowling                    2    8   13   25   1.6    0    0    1   13    0.0

RUSHING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD  FUM
James Ford                      10   81   8.0   25    1    0
John Sykes                      12   77   6.4   31    0    1
Brian Dowling                    2   -2  -1.0    0    0    0

RECEIVING                      REC  YDS   AVG LONG   TD DROP  YAC
Danny Whyte                      4   69  17.2   24    0    0    7
Al Young                         2   33  16.5   23    1    0    0
Ray Parson                       1   13  13.0   13    0    0    3
Kreg Kapitan                     1   11  11.0   11    0    1    0
Randy Coob                       1    0   0.0    0    0    1    0

KICKING                        FGM  FGA  PCT FGSBLOCKED  XPA  XPM  PCT XPSBLOCKED KICKOFFS TOUCHBACKS
Pete Rajecki                     1    1  100          0    0    0    0          0        2          1
Robby Reynolds                   0    1    0          0    2    1   50          0        2          1

PUNTING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG BLOCKS IN20 TOUCHBACKS
Pete Rajecki                     1   31  31.0   31      0    0          0
Robby Reynolds                   1   30  30.0   30      0    0          0

KICK RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG   TD LONG
Ike Thomas                       2   35  17.5    0   23

PUNT RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD
Ike Thomas                       0    0   0.0    0    0

DEFENSE                        TOT LOSS SACK   FF FREC  YDS   TD  INT  RET   AVG DEFLECTIONS SAFETIES CTH ALLOW BIG HITS
Terry Hoeppner                   3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Dave Benson                      3    1    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Dana Carpenter                   3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Art Reynolds                     3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Jerry Ellison                    3    1    2    1    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
John Bushong                     2    0    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Cliff Greenfield                 2    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Jere Brown                       2    0    0    0    1    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Molly McGee                      2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Lee McGriff                      1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Ike Thomas                       1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Ray Parson                       1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Randy Rhino                      1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Rollen Smith                     1    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         1        0
Larry Shears                     1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Greg Lens                        1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Lewis Jolley                     1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Sonny Hicks                      1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         2        0
Tim George                       1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Joey Jackson                     1    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0

BLOCKING                      PANCAKES SACKS ALLOWED
Carl Collins                         6             0
Ray Parson                           5             0
Danny Whyte                          4             0
Darrell Bunge                        4             0
Charlie Tiblom                       4             0
Glenn Hyde                           3             0
Dave Margavage                       3             0
Jerry Gantt                          3             1
John Jacquot                         2             0
James Ford                           1             0
Bracy Bonham                         1             0
Greg Dubinetz                        1             1


Game Log Ends


UNITED CONTINENTAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE – PRESEASON WEEK 2 AFTER-ACTION REPORT: Charlotte Hornets @ Philadelphia Bell

By Wes Callahan, American Sports Wire
In a hard-fought preseason battle at Franklin Field, the Charlotte Hornets edged the Philadelphia Bells 16-14 in a game marked by gritty running, timely scoring, and notable injuries that could reshape both rosters heading into the regular season.

Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown
First Quarter:
The Hornets set the tone early when James Ford burst through for a 25-yard touchdown run. Despite a valiant effort spanning six plays for 77 yards, the extra point attempt fell short. With 3:10 remaining in the quarter, Charlotte held a slim 6-0 lead.

Second Quarter:
Tom Sherman found his rhythm as he connected with Al Young on a crisp 10-yard pass touchdown. The ensuing PAT was successful after a disciplined 7-play, 67-yard drive that consumed nearly the entire half (clock time of 0:58 with just 8 seconds left on the clock). The Hornets now led 13-0 as both teams headed to the locker rooms, with Philadelphia yet to find an answer.

Third Quarter:
After halftime, both teams rotated in their backups, but the Bells found a spark in the third quarter. John Land punched it in from one yard out on a methodical drive (6 plays covering 24 yards) capped off by a reliable PAT, cutting the deficit to 13-7 with 1:32 left in the period.

Fourth Quarter:
The Bells seized momentum late in the game when Sonny Sixkiller fired a 28-yard pass to Mike Bartik for a touchdown. The successful PAT brought the score to 14-13 in favor of Philadelphia with 4:28 remaining.

However, the Hornets responded decisively as Pete Rajecki booted a 48-yard field goal on a lengthy 9-play, 88-yard drive, regaining a slender 16-14 lead that they would not relinquish.

Game Statistics at a Glance
• Total Offense: Hornets 272 yards vs. Bells 165 yards
• Rushing Yards: Hornets 156 (6.5 avg) vs. Bells 74 (4.1 avg)
• Passing Yards: Hornets 116 vs. Bells 91
• Turnovers: Hornets 3, Bells 1
• Time of Possession: Hornets 10:06, Bells 09:54

Despite some struggles through the passing game and a couple of critical turnovers, the Hornets' balanced attack and red-zone efficiency ultimately proved decisive.

Injury Report & Roster Adjustments
The Bells were dealt a double dose of bad news on the injury front. Running back Claude Watts (forearm) is expected to miss the upcoming games after a broken forearm suffered in the previous outing against the Hartford Colonials. Additionally, weakside linebacker Bill Peterson exited the game early in the first quarter with a broken collarbone—a setback that will sideline him for at least eight weeks.

In a swift move to stabilize the linebacker unit, Philadelphia inked free agent Johnny Baldwin to a 2-year, $1.89 million deal, hoping his presence can fill the void left by Peterson’s absence.

Coach’s Corner
Ron Rivera, Head Coach, Charlotte Hornets:
“We knew we had to put pressure on the Bells early and our running game did just that,” Rivera said in his post-game interview. “Our execution on the ground, especially that Ford touchdown, set the tone. That said, we need to tighten up our passing game and reduce turnovers. There’s plenty to build on here, and we’ll be back stronger.”

Chip Kelly, Head Coach, Philadelphia Bells:
Kelly acknowledged the tough loss. “We fought hard and showed a lot of heart out there, especially on the ground. The turnovers hurt us, and the injury setbacks didn’t help. Our focus now is on learning from these mistakes and making the necessary adjustments. We’ll regroup and come back fighting,” Kelly stated.

Final Thoughts
This preseason clash served as an early indicator of the Hornets’ potential when their running attack is clicking and the importance of ball security is underscored. For the Bells, the day ended in mixed emotions—competitive play marred by crucial mistakes and injury concerns. As both teams refine their strategies ahead of the regular season, fans can expect these storylines to develop into even more intriguing narratives.
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Preseason:
Week 2
Orlando Apollos (0-1) @ Omaha Nighthawks(0-1) Thursday, August 16 (ESPN) ORL 22 - OMA 15 (Game of the Week)
Atlanta Legends (0-1) @ Toronto Argonauts (0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) ATL 37 - TOR 16
Charlotte Hornets (0-1) @ Philadelphia Bell (1-0) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) CHH 16 - PHI 14
Memphis Express (0-1) @ Boston Breakers(0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) MPH 12 - BOS 26
Winnipeg Blue Bombers (0-1) @ New York Guardians (1-0) Friday, August 17 (FOX) WPG 0 - NYG 0
Houston Roughnecks (0-1) @ Arizona Hotshots (0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) HOU 0 - ARI 0
Michigan Panthers (1-0) @ Ohio Glory (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) MICH 0 - OHI 0
Shreveport Steamers (1-0) @ Hamilton Tiger-Cats (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SHR 0 - HAM 0
Tampa Bay Bandits (1-0) @ Jacksonville Sharks (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) TBB 0 - JAX 0
So. Cal Sun (0-1) @ St. Louis Battlehawks (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (CBS) SCS 0 - STL 0
Pittsburgh Maulers (1-0) @ Washington Federals (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) PIT 0 - WSH 0
Salt Lake City Stallions (0-1) @ Dallas Renegades (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SLC 0 - DAL 0
Seattle Dragons (1-0) @ Edmonton Eskimos (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SEA 0 - EDM 0
Las Vegas Outlaws (1-0) @ San Francisco Demons (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) LVO 0 - SF 0
New York Knights (1-0) @ Hartford Colonials (0-1) Sunday, August 19 (NBC) NYK 0 - HAR 0
Chicago Enforcers (1-0) @ Virginia Beach Destroyers Monday, August 20 (ESPN) CHI 0 - VAB 0

The Memphis Gazette
Express Set to Bounce Back
By Kevin Marshall
After a tough 31–24 loss to the Washington Federals last week, the Memphis Express are fired up and ready to reclaim their winning form on the road against the Boston Breakers. Coach Mike Singletary has his men primed to showcase the explosive talent that makes Memphis such an exciting outfit.

Last week, while our passing game struggled to find rhythm – with Zach Mettenberger and Christian Hackenberg splitting time under center – it was Zac Stacy’s dazzling burst on the ground that reminded fans what this team is all about. Stacy’s ability to break open a play, combined with Terrence Magee’s gritty work up front, gives the Express a potent weapon against defenses that can’t keep up with our aggressive style.

Coach Singletary, a master of the West Coast offense, is determined to recalibrate the passing attack and add more balance. “We’re learning from our mistakes,” he said in a pregame warm-up. “Our guys have the talent and heart – we’re going to show what Memphis football is made of.”

On the defensive side, Memphis will rely on a unit anchored by hard-hitting defenders like Quentin Gause and Andrew Jackson to stifle the Breakers’ offensive rhythm. Special teams, too, will play a crucial role as Ryan Winslow continues to make his presence felt.

The Express are hungry for redemption and eager to light up Nickerson Field. This game isn’t just about the score—it’s about proving that even a setback can fuel a comeback. Memphis fans should get ready for an action-packed display of determination, grit, and explosive playmaking.

The New England Press
Breakers Look to Regain Form
By Jessica O’Connor
The Boston Breakers step into Week 2 determined to correct last week’s missteps after a 30–24 defeat to the Tampa Bay Bandits. With Nickerson Field as their fortress, Coach Bill Belicheck’s squad is set to face the resilient Memphis Express in what promises to be a tactically charged contest.

Last week’s game saw the Breakers’ offense put together a respectable showing. Doug Woodward’s 108-yard, 66-percent completion performance – highlighted by a touchdown – alongside Johnnie Walton’s contributions, kept the Breakers competitive. Yet, a combination of inconsistent running and defensive lapses allowed the Bandits to slip away with a win.

Boston’s key to success this week will be tightening up on all fronts. The Breakers boast a potent receiving attack led by Charlie Smith, who racked up 114 yards on 10 receptions, while the offensive line must provide the consistency needed to open up lanes for Marcus DuPree and Anthony Steels. Defensively, the Breakers must regroup and execute their 3-4 scheme with precision. The secondary, featuring Lyndell Jones and Woodrow Wilson, will be crucial in containing Memphis’ dynamic offensive threats.

Coach Belicheck remains pragmatic. “We’re analyzing every detail from last week – our offensive balance, our defensive assignments. We know where we need to improve,” he commented in the postgame review. “This week, it’s about execution and discipline.”

With both teams coming off narrow losses, expect a hard-fought battle where every play counts. The Breakers are laser-focused on regaining momentum and will be leaving no stone unturned as they seek to outwork and outsmart the spirited Express.

Both teams look to turn their Week 1 setbacks into fuel for a competitive Week 2 clash. Whether you’re a diehard Memphis fan or a steadfast supporter of Boston, this game promises to deliver an intense and strategic showdown.


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 Memphis Express - Pre-season Week 2 Depth Chart - 2007
Head Coach: Mike Singletary
Offense: West Coast
Defense: 4-3
Local TV: WMEX 5 (NBC)
Paper: The Memphis Gazette
Reporter: Kevin Marshall
Reporter Personality: Marshall brings an enthusiastic and fan-friendly approach to his coverage of the Express. He often writes feature pieces on the personalities and stories behind the players, giving a human element to his football columns.

REGULAR OFFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
WR Fabian Guerra (86) Reece Horn (17) Gerrard Sheppard (89)
TE Brandon Barnes (80) Cordon Moog (85) Adrien Robinson (82)
LT Christion Moriris (71) Toby Weathersby (76) Seth Wand (64)
LG Darointe Bouldin (60) Robert Myers (70) Jessamen Dunker (66)
C Oni Omoile (61) Ryan Navarro (44) Demetrius Rhaney (65)
RG Jessamen Dunker (66) Dallas Thomas (67) Darointe Bouldin (60)
RT Seth Wand (64) Anthony Morris (77) Christion Moriris (71)
WR Devin Lucien (15) Dontez Byrd (18) Alton Howard (81)
QB Christian Hackenberg (14) Brandon Silvers (12) Zach Mettenberger (8)
FB Cordon Moog (85) Brandon Barnes (80) Anthony Manzo-Lewis (40)
HB Terrence Magee (43) Sherman Badie (34) Zac Stacy (30)

BASE 4-3 DEFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
LDE Jamichael Winston Sr
(91) Corey Vereen (98) Sam Montgomery (90)
LDT Julius Warmsley (92) Montori Hughes (95)
RDT Greg Gilmore (97) Ladarius Brady (94)
RDE Sam Montgomery (90) Anthony Johnson (96) amichael Winston Sr (91)
WLB Quentin Gause (54) DeMarquis Gates (58)
MLB Andrew Jackson (53) Colton Jumper (50)
SLB Davis Tull (55) Freddie Bishop (56)
CB Charles James II (24) Jonathan Cook (31) Arnold Tarpley III (25)
SS Terrell Bonds (21) Brandon Maiden (28)
FS Jeremy Cutrer (39) Justin Martin (33)
CB Channing Stribling (30) Jeremy Cutrer (39)

SPECIAL TEAMS
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
K Ryan Winslow (4) Austin MacGinnis (3)
P Austin MacGinnis (3) Ryan Winslow (4)
H Brandon Silvers (12) Christian Hackenberg (14)
PR Gerrard Sheppard (89) Jonathan Cook (31) Fabian Guerra (86) Anthony Manzo-Lewis (40)
KR Gerrard Sheppard (89) Jonathan Cook (31) Fabian Guerra (86) Anthony Manzo-Lewis (40)
LS Robert Myers (70) Darointe Bouldin (60) Anthony Morris (77)


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Boston Breakers - Pre-season Week 2 Depth Chart - 2007
Home Stadium: Nickerson Field
Head Coach: Bill Belicheck
Offense: Bill Belicheck
Defense: 3-4
Local TV: WBOS 7 Sports (ABC)
Paper: The New England Press
Reporter:  Jessica O'Connor
Reporter Personality: O'Connor is a no-nonsense, detail-oriented reporter with a deep understanding of football dynamics. She is often at the forefront of the latest news, and her columns are rooted in pragmatism and facts, appealing to the seasoned Boston fan.

REGULAR OFFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
WR Charlie Smith (85) Nolan Franz (84) Frank Lockett (80)
TE David Bayle (87) Chris Combs (89) Dan Ross (86)
LT Frankie Smity (78) Louis Bullard (72) Jack Belcher (68)
LG Jerrell Franklin (68) Gerry Raymond (65) Rex Burningham (74)
C Frank Roberts (52) Mike McLaughlin (53) Greg Horton (64)
RG Rex Burningham (74) Greg Horton (64) Jerrell Franklin (68)
RT Jack Belcher (68) Dan Hurley (62) Frankie Smity (78)
WR Marion Brown (82) Dan Ross (86) Chris Combs (89)
QB Doug Woodward (18) Jeff Quinn (11) Johnnie Walton (10)
FB Anthony Steels (33) David Bayle (87) Mark Schellen (25)
HB Marcus DuPree (22) Richard Crump (26) Tony Good (28) Buford Jordan (24)

BASE 3-4 DEFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
LDE Larry McClain (73) Daryl Wilkerson (75) Junior Ah You (77
NT Jerald Baylis (60) Oudious Lee (71) Jeff Gaylord (61) Larry McClain (73)
RDE Junior Ah You (77 Mike Robinson (92) Larry McClain (73)
LOLB Mike Brewington (58) Ray Phillips (52) Eric Elliott (50)
LILB Bill Gompf (55) Marcus Marek (56)
RILB Kyle Whittingham (54) Mike Brewington (58)
ROLB Eric Elliott (50) Ben Needham (59) Mike Brewington (58)
CB Lyndell Jones (23) Garrett Chase (45) Bruce Miller (40)
SS Eric Johnson (37) Charles Harbison (42) Tim Smith (44)
FS Tim Smith (44) Joe Restic (36) Eric Johnson (37)
CB Woodrow Wilson (20) Alex Clark (38)

SPECIAL TEAMS
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
K Dario Casarino (1) Tim Mazzetti (5)
P Tim Mazzetti (5) Dario Casarino (1)
H Jeff Quinn (11) Doug Woodward (18)
PR Woodrow Wilson (20) Bruce Miller (40) Nolan Franz (84) Anthony Steels (33)
KR Woodrow Wilson (20) Bruce Miller (40) Nolan Franz (84) Anthony Steels (33)
LS Greg Horton (64) Louis Bullard (72) Mike McLaughlin (53)


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NFL Network TV Bumper
" Dynamic music builds as quick cuts of explosive runs and clutch plays flash across the screen.
"Get ready for gridiron fireworks! This Saturday, the Memphis Express take on the Boston Breakers in a showdown where every play counts. Can Memphis rebound, or will Boston reclaim their turf? NFL Network brings you all the action – raw, relentless, and unforgettable. Don't miss the clash!"!"

This is Football. This is the UCFL."

WMEX 5 (NBC) – Memphis Local Bumper:
The screen ignites with the bold colors of the Memphis Express, intercut with footage of past explosive plays and roaring crowds.
"Memphis, it’s time to rally! Our Express are back to prove their grit against the Boston Breakers. Tune in to WMEX 5 this weekend for exclusive pregame insight and live coverage. Let’s turn this setback into a comeback – only on your hometown network!"This is Football. This is the UCFL.

WBOS 7 Sports (ABC) – Boston Local Bumper:
Energetic, upbeat music underscores rapid highlights of the Breakers in action, with dramatic slow-motion moments and fervent crowd shots.
"Boston, the Breakers are ready to bounce back! After a tough loss, they’re sharpening every play to reclaim their home turf against the Memphis Express. Join WBOS 7 Sports for in-depth analysis and live game coverage. Get set for a battle you won’t want to miss – right here, in Boston!"

This is Football. This is the UCFL.

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Final Score: MPH 12 - BOS 26

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 Madden NFL 08 PC v0.0 Game Log - Express at Breakers
Game Time: Sun Apr 06 22:05:58 2025
Skill Level: Pro
Quarter Length: 5 minute(s)

Slider                         Human   CPU
QB Accuracy                       50    50
Pass Blocking                     50    50
Receiver Catching                 50    50
Running Ability                   50    50
Offensive line Run Blocking       50    50
Defensive Awareness               50    50
Defensive line Knockdowns         50    50
Interceptions                     50    50
Defensive Break Blocks            50    50
Tackling                          50    50
Fieldgoal Length                  50    50
Fieldgoal Accuracy                50    50
Punt Length                       50    50
Punt Accuracy                     50    50
Kickoff Length                    50    50

Weather
Forecast: Fair
Wind: 1 mph
Temp: 68 degrees

Team               Q1   Q2   Q3   Q4   OT      FINAL
Express             6    6    0    0    0         12
Breakers            6    0    3   17    0         26

Game Statistics:                  Express   Breakers
First Downs                             7          8
Third Down Conversions                  1          4
Third Downs                             8         11
Third Down Percentage               12.5%      36.4%
Fourth Down Conversions                 0          0
Fourth Downs                            2          0
Fourth Down Percentage               0.0%       0.0%
Two Pt Conversions Made                 0          0
Two Pt Conversions Attempted            0          0
Two Pt Conversion Percentage         0.0%       0.0%
Offense Redzone Num                     1          2
Offense Redzone TDs                     1          1
Offense Redzone FGs                     0          1
Offense Redzone Percentage         100.0%     100.0%
Rushing Attempts                       12         17
Rushing Yards                          63         43
Rushing Average                       5.3        2.5
Rushing TDs                             0          1
Passing Yards                         115        202
Passing Completions                     9         16
Passing Attempts                       21         26
Completion Percentage               42.9%      61.5%
Passing Average                       5.5        7.8
Passing TDs                             2          2
Offensive Pass Interceptions            2          0
TOTAL OFFENSE                         178        245
Defensive Pass Interceptions            0          2
Punt Return Yards                       0          8
Kick Return Yards                      41         66
Punts                                   3          4
Punt Avg                             32.3       22.3
Fumbles                                 0          1
Fumbles Lost                            0          0
Penalties                               2          0
Penalty Yds                            17          0
Turnovers                               2          0
TIME OF POSSESSION                  08:18      11:42

Individual Stats: Breakers
PASSING                        CMP  ATT  YDS  PCT   YPA SACK   TD  INT LONG RATING
Doug Woodward                    6    9   84   66   9.3    2    1    0   60  133.5
Jeff Quinn                      10   17  130   58   7.6    1    1    0   37  102.5

RUSHING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD  FUM
Richard Crump                    8   42   5.2   25    1    1
Marcus DuPree                    6    4   0.6    5    0    0
Jeff Quinn                       3   -3  -1.0    0    0    0

RECEIVING                      REC  YDS   AVG LONG   TD DROP  YAC
Charlie Smith                    7   97  13.8   37    0    1    7
Marion Brown                     2   62  31.0   60    1    1    7
Chris Combs                      2   25  12.5   17    0    2    1
Nolan Franz                      2   16   8.0   12    0    0    5
Frank Lockett                    2   11   5.5    9    1    1    1
David Bayle                      1    3   3.0    3    0    1    0

KICKING                        FGM  FGA  PCT FGSBLOCKED  XPA  XPM  PCT XPSBLOCKED KICKOFFS TOUCHBACKS
Tim Mazzetti                     2    2  100          0    2    2  100          0        4          3
Dario Casarino                   0    0    0          0    1    0    0          0        2          1

PUNTING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG BLOCKS IN20 TOUCHBACKS
Tim Mazzetti                     4   89  22.2   38      0    1          0

KICK RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG   TD LONG
Woodrow WIlson                   1   23  23.0    0   23
Bruce Miller                     2   43  21.5    0   25

PUNT RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD
Woodrow WIlson                   2    8   4.0    4    0
Bruce Miller                     0    0   0.0    0    0

DEFENSE                        TOT LOSS SACK   FF FREC  YDS   TD  INT  RET   AVG DEFLECTIONS SAFETIES CTH ALLOW BIG HITS
Tim Smith                        4    0    0    0    0    0    0    1    5   5.0           0        0         1        0
Ben Needham                      3    0    2    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Ray Phillips                     3    1    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Alex Clark                       3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         2        0
Eric Johnson                     2    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Eric Elliot                      2    0    2    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Junior Ah You                    2    0    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Kyle Whittingham                 2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         1        0
Joe Restic                       2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Garrett Chase                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Mike Robinson                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Jerald Baylis                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Mike Brewington                  1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Charles Harbison                 0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Lyndell Jones                    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         1        0
Woodrow WIlson                   0    0    0    0    0    0    0    1   22  22.0           0        0         1        0

BLOCKING                      PANCAKES SACKS ALLOWED
Louis Bullard                        8             0
Gerry Raymond                        4             0
Jack Belcher                         3             2
Dan Hurley                           3             1
Dan Ross                             3             0
Frank Roberts                        2             0
Jerrell Franklin                     1             0
Frankie Smith                        1             0
Mike McLaughlin                      1             0
Chris Combs                          1             0
Rex Burningham                       1             0
David Bayle                          1             0

Individual Stats: Express
PASSING                        CMP  ATT  YDS  PCT   YPA SACK   TD  INT LONG RATING
Christian Hackenberg             4    9   92   44  10.2    3    1    1   40   79.1
Brandon Silvers                  5   12   47   41   3.9    3    1    1   16   46.1

RUSHING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD  FUM
Terrence Magee                   8   57   7.1   14    0    0
Sherman Badie                    4    6   1.5    5    0    0

RECEIVING                      REC  YDS   AVG LONG   TD DROP  YAC
Devin Lucien                     3   58  19.3   40    0    0    0
Cordon Moog                      2   43  21.5   34    1    1   24
Gerrard Sheppard                 2   23  11.5   16    0    0    3
Fabian Guerra                    1    8   8.0    8    1    0    0
Dontez Byrd                      1    7   7.0    7    0    0    0
Terrence Magee                   0    0   0.0    0    0    1    0

KICKING                        FGM  FGA  PCT FGSBLOCKED  XPA  XPM  PCT XPSBLOCKED KICKOFFS TOUCHBACKS
Ryan Winslow                     0    0    0          0    2    0    0          0        2          0
Austin MacGinnis                 0    0    0          0    0    0    0          0        1          0

PUNTING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG BLOCKS IN20 TOUCHBACKS
Ryan Winslow                     1   41  41.0   41      0    0          0
Austin MacGinnis                 2   56  28.0   32      0    0          0

KICK RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG   TD LONG
Gerrard Sheppard                 2   41  20.5    0   23

PUNT RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD
Gerrard Sheppard                 0    0   0.0    0    0

DEFENSE                        TOT LOSS SACK   FF FREC  YDS   TD  INT  RET   AVG DEFLECTIONS SAFETIES CTH ALLOW BIG HITS
Charles James II                 7    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         6        0
Justin Martin                    4    0    0    1    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Quentin Gause                    3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Jonathan Cook                    3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Anthony Johnson                  3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
DeMarquis Gates                  3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Corey Vereen                     3    1    2    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Terrell Bonds                    2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Channing Stribling               2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         2        0
Sherman Badie                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Jamichael Winston Sr.            1    0    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Colton Jumper                    1    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Adrien Robinson                  1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Montori Hughes                   1    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Jeremy Cutrer                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Davis Tull                       1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0

BLOCKING                      PANCAKES SACKS ALLOWED
Christian Morris                     3             2
Anthony Morris                       2             1
Adrien Robinson                      2             0
Dallas Thomas                        2             0
Brandon Barnes                       2             0
Seth Wand                            2             0
Demetrius Rhaney                     1             0
Robert Myers                         1             0
Jessamen Dunker                      1             0
Daronte Bouldin                      0             1
Toby Weathersby                      0             1

Game Log Ends


UNITED CONTINENTAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE – PRESEASON WEEK 2 AFTER-ACTION REPORT: Memphis Express at Boston Breakers
By Wes Callahan, American Sports Wire
Preseason Week 2 After Action Report
Memphis Express (0-2) at Boston Breakers (1-1)
Final Score: Boston 26, Memphis 12

BOSTON, MA — It was a tale of two halves at Nickerson Field on Friday night as the Memphis Express saw an early lead slip away in a 26–12 loss to the Boston Breakers in Game 4 of Week 2 in the preseason. With both teams hungry for their first win, it was the home team that found their stride late, scoring 20 unanswered points in the second half behind a steady performance from backup quarterback Jeff Quinn and a punishing fourth-quarter ground game led by Richard Crump.

Scoring Summary
1st Quarter
Memphis drew first blood when backup QB Brandon Silvers, stepping in for an injured Christian Hackenberg, connected with Fabian Guerra on an 8-yard strike. A missed PAT kept the lead at 6-0.

Boston responded almost instantly. On their first play from scrimmage, Doug Woodward launched a 60-yard bomb to Marion Brown for a quick equalizer. The Breakers’ own PAT attempt also went wide, leaving the game tied at 6 apiece heading into the second.

2nd Quarter
Hackenberg returned to the field and led a short but explosive two-play drive, capped by a 34-yard touchdown pass to fullback Cordon Moog. But again, Memphis failed on the PAT — their third straight miss of the preseason — and settled for a 12-6 halftime lead.

3rd Quarter
Boston began the second half with backups taking over on both sides of the ball. Quinn guided a methodical 10-play, 73-yard drive that ended in a 41-yard field goal by Tim Mazzetti to trim the deficit to 12-9.

4th Quarter
That’s when the floodgates opened for Boston.

Quinn connected with Frank Lockett for a 2-yard touchdown to give the Breakers their first lead,

Mazzetti added a short 18-yard field goal on the following possession.

After Memphis turned the ball over on downs deep in their own territory, Crump sealed the game with a 25-yard burst to the house with 1:44 left.

The Breakers closed with 17 fourth-quarter points, while Memphis failed to muster a response.

Game Notes & Stats
• Turnovers Tell the Tale: Memphis turned the ball over twice via interceptions (one each from Silvers and Hackenberg), while Boston played a clean game.
• Missed PATs Continue to Haunt Memphis: The Express are now 0-for-3 on PATs in two preseason games. Head Coach Mike Singletary was visibly frustrated postgame. "We can’t leave points on the field. It's execution and focus. Simple as that."
• Strong Debut for Quinn: Boston backup QB Jeff Quinn went 10-for-17 for 130 yards and a touchdown, helping the Breakers stay poised and efficient in the second half.
• Guerra Shines, Crump Closes: Fabian Guerra continued to be a bright spot for Memphis with his first TD catch of the preseason. For Boston, Richard Crump led the ground game with 42 yards and a touchdown, shaking off an earlier fumble.

Injuries
• Christian Hackenberg briefly left the game in the 1st quarter after a hard hit but returned in the second and played the remainder of the half. No structural damage was reported postgame.
• No injuries were reported for Boston, though Daryl Wilkerson was seen receiving treatment on the sideline in the 3rd quarter for what appeared to be leg cramps.

Coach Reactions
Mike Singletary, Memphis Express
"We had flashes, but flashes don’t win games. I need more consistency. We’re going to evaluate everything — from protection to PATs. And yes, we’re going to fix that."

Bill Belichick, Boston Breakers
"We made some good adjustments at halftime. Quinn executed the game plan well. We got some help from the defense, and Crump finished the job. That’s what we want to see — team football."

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Final Team Stats
Category   Memphis   Boston
Total Yards   178   245
Rushing Yards   63   43
Passing Yards   115   202
First Downs   7   8
Third Down Efficiency   12.5%   36.4%
Turnovers   2   0
Time of Possession   08:18   11:42


Looking Ahead
Memphis (0-2) returns home next week still searching for its first preseason win, with serious questions at the kicker position and along the offensive line. Boston (1-1), meanwhile, looks to build momentum off a second-half rally that showed glimpses of regular-season readiness.
Stay tuned to the American Sports Wire for full Week 2 coverage.
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Preseason:
Week 2
Orlando Apollos (0-1) @ Omaha Nighthawks(0-1) Thursday, August 16 (ESPN) ORL 22 - OMA 15 (Game of the Week)
Atlanta Legends (0-1) @ Toronto Argonauts (0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) ATL 37 - TOR 16
Charlotte Hornets (0-1) @ Philadelphia Bell (1-0) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) CHH 16 - PHI 14
Memphis Express (0-1) @ Boston Breakers(0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) MPH 12 - BOS 26
Winnipeg Blue Bombers (0-1) @ New York Guardians (1-0) Friday, August 17 (FOX) WPG 19 - NYG 18
Houston Roughnecks (0-1) @ Arizona Hotshots (0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) HOU 0 - ARI 0
Michigan Panthers (1-0) @ Ohio Glory (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) MICH 0 - OHI 0
Shreveport Steamers (1-0) @ Hamilton Tiger-Cats (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SHR 0 - HAM 0
Tampa Bay Bandits (1-0) @ Jacksonville Sharks (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) TBB 0 - JAX 0
So. Cal Sun (0-1) @ St. Louis Battlehawks (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (CBS) SCS 0 - STL 0
Pittsburgh Maulers (1-0) @ Washington Federals (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) PIT 0 - WSH 0
Salt Lake City Stallions (0-1) @ Dallas Renegades (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SLC 0 - DAL 0
Seattle Dragons (1-0) @ Edmonton Eskimos (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SEA 0 - EDM 0
Las Vegas Outlaws (1-0) @ San Francisco Demons (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) LVO 0 - SF 0
New York Knights (1-0) @ Hartford Colonials (0-1) Sunday, August 19 (NBC) NYK 0 - HAR 0
Chicago Enforcers (1-0) @ Virginia Beach Destroyers Monday, August 20 (ESPN) CHI 0 - VAB 0

The Prairie Sun
Bombers Take Their Big Apple Shot in Week 2 Bounce-Back Bid
By Kenny MacDonald
If you’ve ever seen a prairie dog charge a grizzly, you’ll know exactly what Mike Zimmer’s Blue Bombers are up against this week.

Coming off a heartbreaker at home—a 27-24 gut-punch loss to the St. Louis Battlehawks—Winnipeg now heads east for a showdown in the Big Apple against the high-flying New York Guardians. The Guardians lit up the scoreboard in Week 1, thrashing the Atlanta Legends 41-25 with the kind of confidence that could get you fined for speeding in Saskatchewan.

But here’s the good news: there’s more grit in this Bombers squad than a Saskatoon snowplow.

Kliff Kingsbury, while not setting the world on fire in Week 1, showed poise in flashes, especially on that 53-yard laser to Adam Eckert. If the offensive line can give Kingsbury time (and I mean more than a Tim Hortons drive-thru window), we might just see some of that West Coast rhythm Coach Zimmer has been working to install.

Defensively, Winnipeg has talent. Gabriel Fulbright’s two-sack outing was a bright spot, and Davin Bush’s pair of interceptions made it clear that our secondary has teeth. But the Guardians have more than a bark—they’ve got bite, too. Quarterback Matt McGloin threw for 211 yards and two touchdowns, and speedster Teo Redding burned the Legends defense with a 73-yard TD grab.

The Bombers will need their 3-4 defense to hit fast and rotate often. Look for Brad Newman and Cam Hall to plug lanes and keep NY’s Justin Stockton (117 yards in Week 1) from finding the edge.

And special teams? Let’s just say if Adam Eckert gets the ball with a bit of daylight, MetLife might see a little prairie lightning.

Prediction? I won’t jinx it. But if the Bombers bring the same fire they did in the fourth quarter last week, don’t be surprised if they fly home with a W tucked under their tuques.

The Manhattan Chronicle
Guardians Host Bombers—And They’re Bringing the Boom to the Big Apple
By Ethan Hill
After putting up 41 points on the Legends last week, the New York Guardians return to MetLife with their swagger fully loaded and their sights set on flattening the visiting Winnipeg Blue Bombers like a late-night slice on 7th Avenue.

Let’s be clear: this Guardians team is not your average preseason curiosity. They looked sharp, explosive, and organized—a Rex Ryan defense with a New York Giants offense means aggression is baked into every snap. Quarterbacks Matt McGloin and Marquise Williams combined for 284 passing yards, three touchdowns, and exactly zero turnovers. That’s called business.

Meanwhile, Winnipeg limps in after blowing a fourth-quarter lead to the Battlehawks. Sure, their defense snagged two picks and notched a couple sacks—but they also gave up 27 points, and their quarterbacks barely completed 40% of their passes. Call me a cynic, but if Kliff Kingsbury’s best throw was a broken play to a backup receiver, this Guardians front seven might be planning a sack parade.

New York’s offensive weapons? Teo Redding and Justin Stockton. One burns you deep, the other blasts past your linebackers like a C train out of Canal Street. Redding had two touchdowns and 137 yards on just two catches. Blink and he's gone.

The biggest mismatch? That Guardians D-line—Rotimi, Mbu, and Leslie—going up against a Bombers O-line that allowed three sacks and struggled to open run lanes outside of Charles Roberts’ handful of solid bursts.

Bottom line: if Winnipeg wants a shot, they’ll need to slow the game, win the turnover battle, and pray the Guardians don’t get into rhythm early. But at home, with momentum and swagger?

This city eats underdogs for breakfast.

Prediction: Guardians 30, Bombers 13. Sorry, Winnipeg. The only ice you’ll be bringing to MetLife is in your postgame wraps.

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 Winnipeg Blue Bombers - Pre-season Week 2 Depth Chart - 2007
Head Coach: Mike Zimmer
Offense: West Coast
Defense: 3-4
Local TV: CWBB-DT 10.1 (CTV Prarie Sports)
Paper: The Prairie Sun
Reporter: Kenny MacDonald
Reporter Personality: A true fan of the sport, MacDonald is known for his energetic columns that mix humor and tactical analysis. He brings a down-to-earth perspective to the Blue Bombers, often telling stories about the team’s progression while keeping a local flavor.
   
REGULAR OFFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
WR Derick Armstrong (83) Adam Eckert (81) Keith Stokes (19)
TE Jaime Stoddard (88) Albert Johnson (87) Blair Atkinson (89)
LT Matt O'Meara (67) Dan Goodspeed (64) Matt Sheridan (54)
LG Val St. Germain (51) Paul Archer (69) Kyle Koch (61)
C Aaron Fiacconi (55) Alexandre Gauthier (66) Andrew Greene (68)
RG Kyle Koch (61) Obby Khan (60) Val St. Germain (51)
RT Matt Sheridan (54) Dominic Picard (53) Matt O'Meara (67)
WR Kerry Johnson (12) Willie Foster (17) Terrence Edwards (82)
QB Kliff Kingsbury (16) Kevin Glenn (5) Ryan Dinwiddie (4)
FB Albert Johnson (87) Jaime Stoddard (88) GIlles Lezi (20)
HB Graeme Bell (11) Fred Reid (32) Charles Roberts (1)

BASE 3-4 DEFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
LDE Stevie Baggs (52) Tom Canada (44)
NT Jerome Haywood (99) Jabari Issa (93) Doug Brown (97)
RDE Shawn Mayne (91) Adrian Baird (90)
LOLB Brad Newman (33) Kyries Hebert (23)
LILB Cam Hall (40) David Lowry (34)
RILB David Hewson (39)
ROLB Corey Jenkins (45) Neil MckInlay (42)
CB Greg Bearman (8) Sam Young (9) Davin Bush (2)
SS Marcus Winn (15) Juran Bolden (21)
FS Jason Nugent (13) Ike Carlton (10)
CB Gabriel Fulbright (7) Anthony Malbrough (3)

SPECIAL TEAMS
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
K Pat Fleming (38) Rob Pikula (14)
P Rob Pikula (14) Paul Archer (69)
H Kevin Glenn (5) Kliff Kingsbury (16)
PR Anthony Malbrough (3) Keith Stokes (19) Terrence Edwards (82) Derick Armstrong (83)
KR Anthony Malbrough (3) Keith Stokes (19) Terrence Edwards (82) Derick Armstrong (83)
LS Andrew Greene (68) Paul Archer (69) Dominic Picard (53)


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 New York Guardians - Pre-Season Week 2 Depth Chart - 2007
Home Stadium: MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford NJ
Head Coach: Rex Ryan
Offense: New York Giants
Defense: Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Local TV: WNGX 7 (NBC)
Paper: The Manhattan Chronicle
Reporter: Ethan Hill
Reporter Personality: Hill is a sharp, witty columnist with a knack for storytelling. He brings a big-city vibe to his work, blending pop culture references with insightful analysis. His columns are known for their sharp critique of the Guardians' ups and downs.

REGULAR OFFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
WR Mekale McKay (1) Teo Redding (9) Tanner Gentry (19(
TE Keenan Brown (85) Jake Powell (87) E. J. Bibbs (88)
LT Maea Teuhema (75) Brant Weiss (71) Ian Silberman (69)
LG Derek Dennis (63) Avery Young (73) Jaron Jones (74)
C Damien Mama (77) Scott Daly (42)
RG Jaron Jones (74) Tony Adams (64) Derek Dennis (63)
RT Ian Silberman (69) Anthony Coyle (78) Maea Teuhema (75)
WR Colby Pearson (3) Dalton Ponchilla (18)
QB Marquise Williams (12) Garrett Fugate (4) Matt McGloin (14)
FB Jake Powell (87) Keenan Brown (85) Jake Sutherland (83)
HB Justin Stockton (23) Darius Victor (27) Tim Cook (20) Matt Colburn (34)

BASE 4-3 DEFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
LDE Bunmi Rotimi (58) Charles Wright (55)
LDT Wes Sutton (28) Toby Johnson (95)
RDT Darnell Leslie (51) Cavon Walker (99)
RDE Joey Mbu (94) Jarrell Owens (91) T. J. Barnes (93)
WLB D'Juan Hines (45) Ryan Mueller (44)
MLB Juwuan Johnson (48) Frank Ginda (47)
SLB Ben Heeney (56) Garrett Dooley (59)
CB DeJuan Neal (26) Jamar Summers (21) Jeremiah McKinnon (25)
SS Ranthony Texada (24) Andrew Soroh (30)
FS Dravon Askew-Henry (22) Demetrious Cox (36)
CB Bryce Jones (29) Terrence Alexander (31)

SPECIAL TEAMS
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
K Justin Vogel (8) Mattew McCrane (16)
P Mattew McCrane (16)_ Justin Vogel (8)
H Garrett Fugate (4) Marquise Williams (12)
PR Darius Victor (27) Dalton Ponchilla (18) Ranthony Texada (24) Justin Stockton (23)
KR Darius Victor (27) Dalton Ponchilla (18) Ranthony Texada (24) Justin Stockton (23)
LS Scott Daly (42) Tony Adams (6 Brant Weiss (71)


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FOX TV Bumper
" Graphic: Explosive montage of hard hits and dynamic plays
VO: "This Friday, the gridiron lights go up! Don't miss the battle of the preseason as the high-flying Guardians take on the gritty Bombers—only on FOX Sports! Get ready for football at its fiercest!"

This is Football. This is the UCFL."

WMEX CWBB-DT 10.1 (CTV Prairie Sports) – Winnipeg, MB
Graphic: Snowy prairie backdrop transitions to a roaring crowd at a packed stadium
VO: "Winnipeg, it’s our time to soar! The Blue Bombers are heading east to lock horns with the New York Guardians. Tune in live on CWBB-DT 10.1 for all the action, all the intensity—this is where pride meets passion!"
This is Football. This is the UCFL.

WNGX 7 (NBC) – New York City, NY
Graphic: Skyline of New York City with animated Guardians logo rising above the buildings
VO: "New York, prepare for impact! The Guardians return to MetLife Stadium to take on the visiting Bombers in a clash that promises pure gridiron intensity. Catch every moment of the showdown right here on WNGX 7!"

This is Football. This is the UCFL.

https://youtu.be/ukUlc7wFRw8

Final Score: WPG 19 - NYG 18

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 Madden NFL 08 PC v0.0 Game Log - Blue Bombers at Guardians
Game Time: Wed Apr 09 14:07:43 2025
Skill Level: Pro
Quarter Length: 5 minute(s)

Slider                         Human   CPU
QB Accuracy                       50    50
Pass Blocking                     50    50
Receiver Catching                 50    50
Running Ability                   50    50
Offensive line Run Blocking       50    50
Defensive Awareness               50    50
Defensive line Knockdowns         50    50
Interceptions                     50    50
Defensive Break Blocks            50    50
Tackling                          50    50
Fieldgoal Length                  50    50
Fieldgoal Accuracy                50    50
Punt Length                       50    50
Punt Accuracy                     50    50
Kickoff Length                    50    50

Weather
Forecast: Fair
Wind: 2 mph
Temp: 72 degrees

Team               Q1   Q2   Q3   Q4   OT      FINAL
Blue Bombers        6    6    7    0    0         19
Guardians           0   10    8    0    0         18

Game Statistics:               Blue Bombers  Guardians
First Downs                             9          7
Third Down Conversions                  4          2
Third Downs                            10         10
Third Down Percentage               40.0%      20.0%
Fourth Down Conversions                 0          0
Fourth Downs                            0          1
Fourth Down Percentage               0.0%       0.0%
Two Pt Conversions Made                 0          1
Two Pt Conversions Attempted            0          1
Two Pt Conversion Percentage         0.0%     100.0%
Offense Redzone Num                     2          2
Offense Redzone TDs                     2          1
Offense Redzone FGs                     0          1
Offense Redzone Percentage         100.0%     100.0%
Rushing Attempts                       27         10
Rushing Yards                          87         48
Rushing Average                       3.2        4.8
Rushing TDs                             1          0
Passing Yards                         150        167
Passing Completions                     6         14
Passing Attempts                       17         26
Completion Percentage               35.3%      53.8%
Passing Average                       8.8        6.4
Passing TDs                             2          2
Offensive Pass Interceptions            0          1
TOTAL OFFENSE                         237        215
Defensive Pass Interceptions            1          0
Punt Return Yards                       1          0
Kick Return Yards                      53         94
Punts                                   6          5
Punt Avg                             27.3       37.6
Fumbles                                 2          2
Fumbles Lost                            1          1
Penalties                               1          1
Penalty Yds                            10          5
Turnovers                               1          2
TIME OF POSSESSION                  12:10      07:50

Individual Stats: Guardians
PASSING                        CMP  ATT  YDS  PCT   YPA SACK   TD  INT LONG RATING
Garrett Fugate                   5   10   75   50   7.5    6    1    0   23  108.3
Marquise Williams                9   16  134   56   8.3    3    1    1   63   78.6

RUSHING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD  FUM
Darius Victor                    6   37   6.1   16    0    1
Justin Stockton                  4   11   2.7    6    0    0

RECEIVING                      REC  YDS   AVG LONG   TD DROP  YAC
Colby Pearson                    4   94  23.5   63    1    1   37
Dalton Ponchilla                 3   61  20.3   24    1    0    6
Mekale McKay                     3   24   8.0   16    0    1    1
Jake Powell                      3   23   7.6   17    0    0    5
Keenan Brown                     1    7   7.0    7    0    0    0
Darius Victor                    0    0   0.0    0    0    1    0
Justin Stockton                  0    0   0.0    0    0    1    0

KICKING                        FGM  FGA  PCT FGSBLOCKED  XPA  XPM  PCT XPSBLOCKED KICKOFFS TOUCHBACKS
Matthew McCrane                  1    1  100          0    1    1  100          0        2          0
Justin Vogel                     0    0    0          0    0    0    0          0        1          0

PUNTING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG BLOCKS IN20 TOUCHBACKS
Justin Vogel                     5  188  37.5   45      0    2          0

KICK RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG   TD LONG
Darius Victor                    2   50  25.0    0   26
Jeremiah McKinnon                2   44  22.0    0   27

PUNT RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD
Jeremiah McKinnon                0    0   0.0    0    0
Darius Victor                    0    0   0.0    0    0

DEFENSE                        TOT LOSS SACK   FF FREC  YDS   TD  INT  RET   AVG DEFLECTIONS SAFETIES CTH ALLOW BIG HITS
Ranthony Texada                  5    0    0    1    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Toby Johnson                     3    1    0    0    1    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Demetrius Cox                    3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Frank Ginda                      3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Ben Heeney                       3    0    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Dravon Askew-Henry               2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Garret Dooley                    2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Andrew Soroh                     2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Charles Wright                   2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Terrence Alexander               2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Cavon Walker                     2    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Jawuan Johnson                   2    0    0    1    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           2        0         0        0
Garrett Fugate                   1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Justin Stockton                  1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Bryce Jones                      1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Bunmi Rotimi                     1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
DeJuan Neal                      1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Jamar Summers                    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0

BLOCKING                      PANCAKES SACKS ALLOWED
Avery Young                          2             0
Ian Silberman                        2             0
Keenan Brown                         2             0
Jake Sutherland                      2             0
Scott Daly                           1             1
Brant Weiss                          1             1
Anthony Coyle                        1             1
Maea Teuhema                         1             1
Derek Dennis                         1             0
Jarron Jones                         0             1
Jake Powell                          0             1


Individual Stats: Blue Bombers
PASSING                        CMP  ATT  YDS  PCT   YPA SACK   TD  INT LONG RATING
Kliff Kingsbury                  5   15  136   33   9.0    1    2    0   69  107.2
Kevin Glenn                      1    2   17   50   8.5    0    0    0   17   79.2

RUSHING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD  FUM
Graeme Bell                     12   46   3.8   13    1    2
Fred Reid                       10   29   2.8   10    0    0
Gilles Lezi                      3   14   4.6    6    0    0
Kliff Kingsbury                  2   -2  -1.0    0    0    0

RECEIVING                      REC  YDS   AVG LONG   TD DROP  YAC
Derick Armstrong                 2   86  43.0   69    1    1   44
Kerry Johnson                    2   31  15.5   16    1    0    1
Jaimie Stoddard                  1   19  19.0   19    0    0    9
Willie Foster                    1   17  17.0   17    0    0    4

KICKING                        FGM  FGA  PCT FGSBLOCKED  XPA  XPM  PCT XPSBLOCKED KICKOFFS TOUCHBACKS
Pat Fleming                      0    0    0          0    2    0    0          0        2          0
Rob Pikula                       0    0    0          0    1    1  100          0        2          0

PUNTING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG BLOCKS IN20 TOUCHBACKS
Pat Fleming                      3  116  38.6   44      0    1          0
Rob Pikula                       3   48  16.0   39      0    0          0

KICK RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG   TD LONG
Anthony Malbrough                2   40  20.0    0   20
Keith Stokes                     1   13  13.0    0   13

PUNT RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD
Keith Stokes                     1    1   1.0    1    0
Anthony Malbrough                0    0   0.0    0    0

DEFENSE                        TOT LOSS SACK   FF FREC  YDS   TD  INT  RET   AVG DEFLECTIONS SAFETIES CTH ALLOW BIG HITS
Cam Hall                         5    0    1    1    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
David Hewson                     5    0    0    0    1    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         2        0
Gabriel Fulbright                4    0    0    0    0    0    0    1   25  25.0           1        0         3        0
Adrian Baird                     3    1    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Marcus Winn                      3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Anthony Malbrough                2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         2        0
Brad Newman                      2    0    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Kyries Hebert                    2    0    2    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Corey Jenkins                    2    0    2    1    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Jabari Issa                      1    0    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Ike Carlton                      1    0    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Neil MckInlay                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Sam Young                        1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         2        0
Matt Sheridan                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Jason Nugent                     1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Juran Bolden                     1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Shawn Mayne                      1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Greg Bearman                     0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0

BLOCKING                      PANCAKES SACKS ALLOWED
Matt O'Meara                         8             0
Dominic Picard                       3             0
Dan Goodspeed                        3             0
Jaimie Stoddard                      2             0
Albert Johnson                       2             0
Obby Khan                            2             0
Matt Sheridan                        1             0
Val St. Germain                      1             0

Game Log Ends


UNITED CONTINENTAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE – PRESEASON WEEK 2 AFTER-ACTION REPORT: Winnipeg Blue Bombers at New York Guardians
By Wes Callahan, American Sports Wire
Game Overview:
In a thrilling battle under the lights at MetLife Stadium, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers pulled off a narrow victory over the New York Guardians in a preseason Week 2 matchup. The Bombers managed to hold onto a slim lead through four quarters, despite a spirited comeback attempt by the Guardians. Both teams played their backups through much of the second half, but injuries to key players added a layer of drama to the already intense game.

Scoring Breakdown:
1st Quarter:
Winnipeg (WPG) TD: Derick Armstrong caught a 69-yard touchdown pass from QB Kliff Kingsbury. The extra point attempt was no good.
WPG 6, NYG 0 (Time of possession: 0:29, Time remaining: 4:31)

2nd Quarter:
New York (NYG) FG: Matthew McCrane kicked a 33-yard field goal.
WPG 6, NYG 3 (Time of possession: 0:59, Time remaining: 4:18)

Winnipeg (WPG) TD: Kerry Johnson hauled in a 15-yard pass from Kingsbury. Extra point attempt no good.
WPG 12, NYG 3 (Time of possession: 2:22, Time remaining: 1:56)

New York (NYG) TD: Colby Pearson caught a 63-yard touchdown pass from QB Marquise Williams. The extra point was good.
WPG 12, NYG 10 (Time of possession: 0:08, Time remaining: 1:04)

3rd Quarter:
New York (NYG) TD: Dalton Ponchillo caught a 14-yard pass from Garrett Fugate. The two-point conversion was successful.
NYG 18, WPG 12 (Time of possession: 1:37, Time remaining: 3:23)

Injury Report: WPG QB Kevin Glenn left the game with an injured elbow, which brought Kliff Kingsbury back into action.

Winnipeg (WPG) TD: Graeme Bell capped off a 35-yard drive with a 4-yard rushing touchdown. The extra point was good.
WPG 19, NYG 18 (Time of possession: 1:26, Time remaining: 0:25)

4th Quarter:
Scoreless: Both teams struggled to score, with no points in the final quarter.

Injury Report: NYG QB Garrett Fugate was knocked out of the game with less than a minute remaining after taking a hard hit, leaving Marquise Williams to finish the game.

Injuries:
Winnipeg Blue Bombers:
QB Kevin Glenn: Injured elbow, left the game in the third quarter.
QB Kliff Kingsbury: Stepped back in to finish the game after Glenn's injury.

New York Guardians:
QB Garrett Fugate: Knocked out of the game with a winded injury, leaving Marquise Williams to complete the contest.

Game Stats:
Winnipeg Blue Bombers:

Total Yards: 237

Passing Yards: 150

Rushing Yards: 87

First Downs: 9

Third Down Conversions: 4/10 (40%)

Penalties: 1 for 10 yards

New York Guardians:

Total Yards: 215

Passing Yards: 167

Rushing Yards: 48

First Downs: 7

Third Down Conversions: 2/10 (20%)

Penalties: 1 for 5 yards

Notable Players:

Winnipeg Blue Bombers:

Kliff Kingsbury: Completed 5 of 15 passes for 136 yards, 2 touchdowns, and 0 interceptions.

Graeme Bell: Rushed 12 times for 46 yards and 1 touchdown.

Derick Armstrong: 2 catches for 86 yards, including a 69-yard touchdown reception.

New York Guardians:

Marquise Williams: Completed 9 of 16 passes for 134 yards and 1 touchdown.

Colby Pearson: 4 receptions for 94 yards, including a 63-yard touchdown catch.

Dalton Ponchillo: 3 receptions for 61 yards, including a 14-yard touchdown.

Head Coach Interviews:
Mike Zimmer (Winnipeg Blue Bombers):
"We showed a lot of grit tonight, especially with the injuries we had to deal with. Losing Glenn in the third was tough, but Kingsbury stepped up when we needed him. I’m proud of how the guys responded in the second half. Graeme Bell was huge for us with that touchdown to keep the lead. Our defense did a solid job, and I think we’ve got a good foundation moving forward.”

Rex Ryan (New York Guardians):
"Tough loss, but I’m pleased with how our backups fought. Fugate’s injury definitely hurt, and we’ve got to do a better job with the passing game. Pearson’s big catch was a highlight, but we need to find more consistency across the board. It’s preseason, so we’ll clean up those mistakes before the regular season."

Final Thoughts:
The Blue Bombers leave MetLife Stadium with a hard-fought win, though not without some bumps along the way. The loss of QB Kevin Glenn for the remainder of the game raises concerns, but Kingsbury’s steady play helped guide Winnipeg to victory. For the Guardians, the injury to Fugate is a tough blow, but Marquise Williams’ resilience in the final moments may provide a silver lining for the team as they prepare for the regular season.

As both teams head into their final preseason games, they'll look to shore up areas of concern—Winnipeg with its QB depth and the Guardians with their offensive consistency.
Both teams now stand at 1–1 in the preseason.
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Preseason:
Week 2
Orlando Apollos (0-1) @ Omaha Nighthawks(0-1) Thursday, August 16 (ESPN) ORL 22 - OMA 15 (Game of the Week)
Atlanta Legends (0-1) @ Toronto Argonauts (0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) ATL 37 - TOR 16
Charlotte Hornets (0-1) @ Philadelphia Bell (1-0) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) CHH 16 - PHI 14
Memphis Express (0-1) @ Boston Breakers(0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) MPH 12 - BOS 26
Winnipeg Blue Bombers (0-1) @ New York Guardians (1-0) Friday, August 17 (FOX) WPG 0 - NYG 0
Houston Roughnecks (0-1) @ Arizona Hotshots (0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) HOU 3 - ARI 13
Michigan Panthers (1-0) @ Ohio Glory (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) MICH 0 - OHI 0
Shreveport Steamers (1-0) @ Hamilton Tiger-Cats (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SHR 0 - HAM 0
Tampa Bay Bandits (1-0) @ Jacksonville Sharks (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) TBB 0 - JAX 0
So. Cal Sun (0-1) @ St. Louis Battlehawks (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (CBS) SCS 0 - STL 0
Pittsburgh Maulers (1-0) @ Washington Federals (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) PIT 0 - WSH 0
Salt Lake City Stallions (0-1) @ Dallas Renegades (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SLC 0 - DAL 0
Seattle Dragons (1-0) @ Edmonton Eskimos (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SEA 0 - EDM 0
Las Vegas Outlaws (1-0) @ San Francisco Demons (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) LVO 0 - SF 0
New York Knights (1-0) @ Hartford Colonials (0-1) Sunday, August 19 (NBC) NYK 0 - HAR 0
Chicago Enforcers (1-0) @ Virginia Beach Destroyers Monday, August 20 (ESPN) CHI 0 - VAB 0

The Houston Chronicle
Roughnecks Seek Redemption in Desert Duel Against Hotshots
By Lillian Jones | Sports Columnist
Phoenix, AZ
Week 2 – Houston Roughnecks (0-1) at Arizona Hotshots (0-1)
Kickoff: Sunday, 7:00 p.m. CT on KHRX 7 (FOX)
After a jarring 37–25 home loss to the Chicago Enforcers in Week 1, the Houston Roughnecks take their campaign on the road, where they’ll look to recalibrate both mentally and schematically against the Arizona Hotshots.

The headline going into this matchup isn’t just about the scoreboard — it’s about systems. The Roughnecks, under the direction of head coach Bill O’Brien and offensive coordinator Wade Phillips, are still working out the kinks in a power-spread offense that showed flashes of explosiveness but lacked consistency. Quarterback P.J. Walker had moments of poise, tossing two touchdowns and posting a 99.8 rating, but his 42% completion rate exposed timing issues and dropped balls.

Defensively, Houston’s 4–3 unit showcased its edge rush capabilities — particularly Johnny Maxey and Beniquez Brown, who combined for three sacks — but struggled to contain the perimeter. Deatrick Nichols remains the team’s most dependable corner, though the secondary was tested often.

The unsung hero last week was RB James Butler, whose 95 yards on just 8 carries (including a 62-yard dash) offered a glimmer of balance to an otherwise pass-first playbook. Look for Butler and Nick Holley to be more involved early, especially against a Hotshots front that surrendered over 80 yards rushing in their opener.

One looming concern: dropped passes. Five in total — including one each from Ryheem Malone and Taivon Jacobs — put a damper on what could’ve been a competitive offensive effort.

With both teams sitting at 0–1, this game may not define the season, but it will almost certainly reveal which club is better at course-correcting in real time.

“There’s no panic,” O’Brien said post-practice Thursday. “Just precision. We’re aiming for precision.”

Expect a chess match in the trenches, and a pivotal test for Houston’s pass protection as they face a feisty 3–4 Arizona front.

Three Things to Watch:
1. Walker’s Progression: Will he settle into his reads faster?
2. Butler’s Volume: Can Houston control the tempo with the run?
3. Red Zone Efficiency: Houston converted only 2 of 5 inside the 20 in Week 1.

Prediction: Roughnecks 27, Hotshots 24

The Desert Daily
Hotshots Aim to Light the Fuse Against Reeling Roughnecks
By Zoe Turner | Senior Sports Writer
Tempe, AZ
Week 2 – Arizona Hotshots (0-1) vs. Houston Roughnecks (0-1)
Catch it live on KAHO 10 (FOX)
Arizona may have fallen short in Vegas last week, but don’t mistake the Hotshots’ 28–25 loss for a lack of firepower. In fact, if you’re reading between the analytics, the numbers are telling: Arizona averaged 7.5 yards per pass attempt and logged zero interceptions across two quarterbacks — a sign that the air raid attack under Jack Heneghan and John Wolford is in fine-tuned form.

The real concern? Protection. Arizona quarterbacks were sacked four times, three of which occurred on critical third downs. Expect head coach Bruce Arians to scheme quicker reads and incorporate more two-tight-end sets with Connor Hamlett and Gerald Christian, the latter of whom scored in Week 1.

Against Houston’s aggressive 4–3 front — spearheaded by Maxey and Ealy — Arizona’s offensive line must hold strong, particularly on the right side where Lene Maiava struggled against edge speed last week.

Defensively, Scooby Wright III and Carl Bradford will have their hands full containing P.J. Walker. Houston’s dual-QB system and sudden run bursts from James Butler demand discipline from Arizona’s linebackers. Wright is elite in gap control but must improve his reads against option plays.

One bright spot was DB Erick Dargan, who nabbed the Hotshots’ only interception and provided a defensive return average of 4.0. The safeties will be tested again, especially if Sammie Coates continues to stretch the field as he did on his 67-yard TD reception in Week 1.

This isn’t just a battle for win No. 1. It’s a test of identity. Are the Hotshots the efficient, balanced squad they showed flashes of — or a team still struggling to close games?

“We had chances to finish last week,” Arians said. “This week, we won’t leave it to a field goal.”

Matchup Metrics:
• Pass Protection: Arizona allowed 4 sacks; Houston logged 3.
• Turnovers: Both teams are even — no fumbles lost, 1 interception gained.
• X-Factor: Richard Mullaney, who averaged 40.5 yards per catch last week.

Bold Prediction: Hotshots 30, Roughnecks 26

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 Houston Roughnecks - Pre-Season Week 2 Depth Chart - 2007
Head Coach:Bill O'Brien
Offense: Wade Phillips
Defense: 4-3
Local TV: KHRX 7 (FOX)
Paper: The Houston Chronicle
Reporter: Lillian Jones
Reporter Personality: Jones brings a sophisticated and polished writing style to her columns. She takes a deep dive into the technical aspects of the game, often discussing the Roughnecks’ defensive strategies and quarterback development.

REGULAR OFFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
WR Sammie Coates (10) Cam Phillips (14) Ray Bolden (13)
TE Andre Williams (44) Blake Jackson (17) Ryheem Malone (15)
LT Isame Faciane (69) Marquez Tucker (66) Nick Callender (78)
LG Avery Gennesy (74) Sebastian Tretola (73) Juwann Bushell-Beatty (76)
C Ryan Anderson (70) Demetrius Rhaney (65) Tejan Koroma (56)
RG Juwann Bushell-Beatty (76) Colton Taylor (58) Avery Gennesy (74)
RT Nick Callender (78) Terry Poole (79) Isame Faciane (69)
WR Tavion Jacobs (2) Kahlil Lewis (1) Sam Mobley (3)
QB P. J. Walker (11) Marcus McDade (4) Connor Cook (18)
FB Blake Jackson (17) Andre Williams (44) Marquez Williams (36)
HB Nick Holley (33) De'Angelo Henderson (29) James Butler (28)

BASE 4-3 DEFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
LDE Johnny Maxey (90)
LDT Greg Gilmore (95) Caushaud Lyons (91)
RDT Corey Crawford (93) Waltor Palmore (96)
RDE Kony Ealy (94) Vantrel McMillan (59)
WLB Brian Peters (52) Edmond Robinson (51)
MLB Carl Bradford (43) Kaelin Burnett (50) DeMarquis Gates (47)
SLB Ty Schwab (40) Beniquez Brown (42)
CB Charles James (21) Ayodeji Olatoye (30) Ajene Harris (27)
SS Cody Brown (25) Corrion Ballard (22)
FS Jeremiah Johnson (41) Marqueston Huff (20)
CB Deatrick Nichols (32) Saivion Smith (26)

SPECIAL TEAMS
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
K Austin Rehkow (5) Sergio Castillo (7)
P Sergio Castillo (7) Austin Rehkow (5)
H Marcus McDade (4) P. J. Walker (11)
PR Sammie Coates (10) Sam Mobley (3) Charles James (21) Kahlil Lewis (1)
KR Sammie Coates (10) Sam Mobley (3) Charles James (21) Kahlil Lewis (1)
LS Tejan Koroma (56) Terry Poole (79) Marquez Tucker (66)


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 Arizona Hotshots - Pre-season Week 2 Depth Chart - 2007
Home stadium: Sun Devil Stadium
Head Coach: Bruce Arians
Offense: Pass Balance
Defense: 3-4
Local TV: KAHO 10 (FOX)
Paper: The Desert Daily
Reporter: Zoe Turner
Reporter Personality: Turner is known for her strong, investigative style and her deep dive into football mechanics. Her columns are data-heavy but accessible, bringing readers closer to understanding how the Hotshots can improve and where they’re succeeding.

REGULAR OFFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
WR Freddie Martino (84) Josh Huff (88) Deion Holliman (12)
TE Connor Hamlett (89) Thomas Duarte (81) Gerald Christian (82)
LT Andrew Lauderdale (76) Pierce Burton (70) Lene Maiava (77)
LG Malcolm Bunche (79) Patrick Lewis (67) Blake Muir (63)
C Nick Dooley (48) Jacob Judd (66) Jacob Ohnesorge (62)
RG Blake Muir (63) Josh Allen (65) Malcolm Bunche (79)
RT Lene Maiava (77) Brant Weiss (71) Andrew Lauderdale (76)
WR Rashad Ross (15) Marquis Bundy (18) Richard Mullaney (16)
QB Jack Henneghan (11) Trevor Knight (20) John Wolford (7)
FB Thomas Duarte (81) Connor Hamlett (89) Larry Rose (32)
HB Tim Cook (20) Justin Stockton (30) Jhurell Pressley (26)

BASE 3-4 DEFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
LDE Bunimi Rotimi (94) Rykeem Yates (92) Siupeli Anau (93)
NT Marcus Hardison (91) Trenton Thompson (95) WIll Sutton (98)
RDE Dylan Wynn (97) Siupeli Anau (93) Rykeem Yates (92)
LOLB Kaelin Burnett (50) Steve Beauharnais (53) Obum Gwacham (44)
LILB Steven Johnson (59) Nyles Morgan (55)
RILB Scooby Wright III (58) Da'Sean Downey (54)
ROLB Carl Bradford (52) Sione Teuhema (54) Edmond Robinson (51)
CB Dexter McDougle (38) SaQwan Edwards (31) Kieron Williams (37)
SS Erick Dargan (27) Rahim Moore (45)
FS Randall Goforth (22) Kieron Williams (37)
CB Robert Nelson (21) Sterling Moore (25)

SPECIAL TEAMS
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
K Jeff Locke (9) Nick Folk (2)
P Nick Folk (2) Jeff Locke (9)
H Trevor Knight (20) Jack Henneghan (11)
PR Deion Holliman (12) Richard Mullaney (16) Freddie Martino (84) Erick Dargan (27)
KR Deion Holliman (12) Richard Mullaney (16) Freddie Martino (84) Erick Dargan (27)
LS Patrick Lewis (67) Jacob Judd (66) Jacob Ohnesorge (62)


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NFL Network
Narrator (Voiceover):
"Week 2 of UCFL action is here, and the Houston Roughnecks are out for redemption after a tough loss at home.

Can P.J. Walker and the high-flying offense overcome the pressure of the Arizona Hotshots' defense?"

"The Roughnecks face a determined Hotshots team hungry for their first win after a heartbreaking road loss.

Can Jack Henneghan and Freddie Martino deliver a win in the desert?"

"Don’t miss the battle between two hungry teams.

The Houston Roughnecks take on the Arizona Hotshots, only on NFL Network!"

This is Football. This is the UCFL."

KHRX 7 (FOX) - Houston Roughnecks Local TV Bumper
[Fast-paced action music. Quick shots of the Houston skyline, fans cheering in the stadium.]
"Houston, it’s time to get back in the fight! The Houston Roughnecks are looking to bounce back after a tough Week 1 loss. Can P.J. Walker find his rhythm? Will Sammie Coates light up the field again? Can the defense deliver the big stops when it counts?"

"The Roughnecks are ready to bring the heat to the Arizona Hotshots. Catch all the action this weekend, only on KHRX 7!"

Houston Roughnecks vs Arizona Hotshots

Sunday, 3:00 PM CST on KHRX 7 (FOX).

This is Football. This is the UCFL.

KAHO 10 (FOX) - Arizona Hotshots Local TV Bumper
[Dramatic music with clips of the Arizona desert and Sun Devil Stadium.]
"Arizona, are you ready? The Hotshots are back on the hunt after a nail-biting loss in Las Vegas. Will Jack Henneghan lead the offense to their first win? Can the defense stand tall against the powerful Roughnecks?"

"Don’t miss a second of the action. The Arizona Hotshots are out for blood in Week 2. Watch them take on the Houston Roughnecks, only on KAHO 10!"

Arizona Hotshots vs Houston Roughnecks

Sunday, 3:00 PM MST on KAHO 10 (FOX).

This is Football. This is the UCFL.

https://youtu.be/Qmi6Fj498JQ

Final Score: HOU 3 - ARI 13

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 Madden NFL 08 PC v0.0 Game Log - Roughnecks at HotShots
Game Time: Wed Apr 09 17:54:54 2025
Skill Level: Pro
Quarter Length: 5 minute(s)

Slider                         Human   CPU
QB Accuracy                       50    50
Pass Blocking                     50    50
Receiver Catching                 50    50
Running Ability                   50    50
Offensive line Run Blocking       50    50
Defensive Awareness               50    50
Defensive line Knockdowns         50    50
Interceptions                     50    50
Defensive Break Blocks            50    50
Tackling                          50    50
Fieldgoal Length                  50    50
Fieldgoal Accuracy                50    50
Punt Length                       50    50
Punt Accuracy                     50    50
Kickoff Length                    50    50

Weather
Forecast: Windy
Wind: 7 mph
Temp: 71 degrees

Team               Q1   Q2   Q3   Q4   OT      FINAL
Roughnecks          0    0    3    0    0          3
HotShots            3    7    0    3    0         13

Game Statistics:               Roughnecks   HotShots
First Downs                             6         11
Third Down Conversions                  3          5
Third Downs                            12         11
Third Down Percentage               25.0%      45.5%
Fourth Down Conversions                 0          0
Fourth Downs                            2          0
Fourth Down Percentage               0.0%       0.0%
Two Pt Conversions Made                 0          0
Two Pt Conversions Attempted            0          0
Two Pt Conversion Percentage         0.0%       0.0%
Offense Redzone Num                     1          3
Offense Redzone TDs                     0          1
Offense Redzone FGs                     1          1
Offense Redzone Percentage         100.0%      66.7%
Rushing Attempts                       11         27
Rushing Yards                          44         72
Rushing Average                       4.0        2.7
Rushing TDs                             0          0
Passing Yards                          29        135
Passing Completions                     6         11
Passing Attempts                       25         21
Completion Percentage               24.0%      52.4%
Passing Average                       1.2        6.4
Passing TDs                             0          1
Offensive Pass Interceptions            1          2
TOTAL OFFENSE                          73        207
Defensive Pass Interceptions            2          1
Punt Return Yards                       0          8
Kick Return Yards                      40         44
Punts                                   5          2
Punt Avg                             26.4       39.0
Fumbles                                 0          3
Fumbles Lost                            0          1
Penalties                               0          1
Penalty Yds                             0         27
Turnovers                               1          3
TIME OF POSSESSION                  08:28      11:32

Individual Stats: HotShots
PASSING                        CMP  ATT  YDS  PCT   YPA SACK   TD  INT LONG RATING
Jack Heneghan                    6   14  100   42   7.1    0    1    0   43   91.3
Trevor Knight                    5    7   35   71   5.0    0    0    2   11   42.9

RUSHING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD  FUM
Tim Cook                         8   37   4.6   14    0    0
Justin Stockton                 12   23   1.9    9    0    1
Larry Rose                       3   14   4.6    9    0    1
Thomas Duarte                    1    5   5.0    5    0    0
Trevor Knight                    2   -2  -1.0    0    0    0
Jack Heneghan                    1   -5  -5.0    0    0    1

RECEIVING                      REC  YDS   AVG LONG   TD DROP  YAC
Freddie Martino                  5   91  18.1   43    1    0   34
Connor Hamlett                   3   14   4.6    9    0    1    3
Marquis Bundy                    1   11  11.0   11    0    0    1
Josh Huff                        1   10  10.0   10    0    0    1
Richard Mullaney                 1    9   9.0    9    0    1    0
Rashad Ross                      0    0   0.0    0    0    2    0

KICKING                        FGM  FGA  PCT FGSBLOCKED  XPA  XPM  PCT XPSBLOCKED KICKOFFS TOUCHBACKS
Nick Folk                        2    3   66          0    1    1  100          0        1          1
Jeff Locke                       0    0    0          0    0    0    0          0        2          0

PUNTING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG BLOCKS IN20 TOUCHBACKS
Jeff Locke                       2   78  39.0   46      0    2          0

KICK RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG   TD LONG
Richard Mullaney                 2   44  22.0    0   23

PUNT RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD
Richard Mullaney                 1    8   8.0    8    0

DEFENSE                        TOT LOSS SACK   FF FREC  YDS   TD  INT  RET   AVG DEFLECTIONS SAFETIES CTH ALLOW BIG HITS
Dexter McDougle                  6    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         2        0
SaQwan Edwards                   4    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Randall Goforth                  3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           2        0         1        0
Steven Johnson                   2    0    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         2        0
Marcus Hardison                  2    1    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Sione Teuhema                    2    0    2    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Siupeli Anau                     1    0    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Rykeem Yates                     1    0    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Scooby Wright III                1    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Trevor Knight                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Josh Allen                       1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Rahim Moore                      1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Josh Huff                        1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Erick Dargan                     1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Robert Nelson                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Carl Bradford                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Sterling Moore                   0    0    0    0    0    0    0    1    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Kieron Williams                  0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         1        0

BLOCKING                      PANCAKES SACKS ALLOWED
Nick Dooley                          3             0
Pierce Burton                        2             0
Brant Weiss                          2             0
Andrew Lauderdale                    2             0
Blake Muir                           1             0
Patrick Lewis                        1             0
Gerald Christian                     1             0
Malcolm Bunche                       1             0

Individual Stats: Roughnecks
PASSING                        CMP  ATT  YDS  PCT   YPA SACK   TD  INT LONG RATING
P. J. Walker                     5   13   52   38   4.0    1    0    0   18   50.8
Marcus McDade                    1   12   10    8   0.8    5    0    1   10    4.9

RUSHING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD  FUM
Nick Holley                      5   30   6.0   10    0    0
De'Angelo Henderson              6   14   2.3    9    0    0

RECEIVING                      REC  YDS   AVG LONG   TD DROP  YAC
Taivon Jacobs                    3   41  13.6   18    0    1    1
Nick Holley                      1   14  14.0   14    0    0    8
Cam Phillips                     1    7   7.0    7    0    0    1
Kahlil Lewis                     0    0   0.0    0    0    1    0
Blake Jackson                    0    0   0.0    0    0    1    0
Ray Bolden                       0    0   0.0    0    0    2    0
Sammie Coates                    0    0   0.0    0    0    1    0
Andre Williams                   1    0   0.0    0    0    1   -6

KICKING                        FGM  FGA  PCT FGSBLOCKED  XPA  XPM  PCT XPSBLOCKED KICKOFFS TOUCHBACKS
Sergio Castillo                  1    1  100          0    0    0    0          0        1          0
Austin Rehkow                    0    1    0          0    0    0    0          0        1          0

PUNTING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG BLOCKS IN20 TOUCHBACKS
Austin Rehkow                    2   67  33.5   42      0    1          0
Sergio Castillo                  3   65  21.6   22      0    0          0

KICK RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG   TD LONG
Sammie Coates                    1   20  20.0    0   20
Ray Bolden                       1   20  20.0    0   20
Saivion Smith                    0    0   0.0    0    0

PUNT RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD
Saivion Smith                    1    0   0.0    0    0
Sammie Coates                    0    0   0.0    0    0
Ray Bolden                       0    0   0.0    0    0

DEFENSE                        TOT LOSS SACK   FF FREC  YDS   TD  INT  RET   AVG DEFLECTIONS SAFETIES CTH ALLOW BIG HITS
Kaelin Burnett                   6    0    0    1    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Carl Bradford                    5    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Brian Peters                     4    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Ayodeji Olatoye                  3    1    0    0    0    0    0    1    1   1.0           1        0         1        0
Corey Crawford                   3    0    0    1    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Cody Brown                       2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Johnny Maxey                     2    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Edmond Robinson                  2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Corrion Ballard                  2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Greg Gilmore                     2    2    0    1    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Beniquez Brown                   2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Deatrick Nichols                 2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         1        0
Saivion Smith                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Sammie Coates                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Ty Schwab                        1    0    0    0    1    2    0    1   11  11.0           1        0         1        0
Vantrel McMillan                 1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Charles James                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0

BLOCKING                      PANCAKES SACKS ALLOWED
Isame Faciane                        6             0
Tejan Koroma                         5             0
Terry Poole                          3             0
Andre Williams                       3             0
Juwann Bushell-Beatt                 3             1
Ryheem Malone                        2             0
Marquez Tucker                       2             1
Avery Gennesy                        1             0
Sebastian Tretola                    1             0
Sam Mobley                           1             0
Marquez Williams                     1             0
De'Angelo Henderson                  0             2

Game Log Ends


UNITED CONTINENTAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE – PRESEASON WEEK 2 AFTER-ACTION REPORT: Houston Roughnecks at Arizona Hotshots
By Wes Callahan, American Sports Wire
Houston Roughnecks at Arizona Hotshots –Final Score: Houston 3, Arizona 13
Game Time: Saturday, August 18, 2025, 16:00 (Quarter Length: 5 minutes)
Location: Sun Devil Stadium, Tempe, AZ
Weather: Rainy, 7 mph; Temperature: 71°F

Game Overview
In a defensive struggle beneath the windy skies of Tempe, the Arizona Hotshots edged the Houston Roughnecks 13–3 in a low-scoring battle that underscored early-season adjustments and injury concerns. After a rough Week 1 outing, the Roughnecks’ offense struggled mightily, managing just three points on the night, while the Hotshots capitalized on critical drives to secure their first win following a narrow loss in Las Vegas.

Scoring Breakdown by Quarter
1st Quarter:
• Arizona (ARI) FG:
o Kicker Nick Folk connected on a 43-yard field goal after a four-play, 74-yard drive.
o Time of Possession (ToP): 1:07; 3:53 remaining in the quarter.
• Injury: Early in the period, Houston’s starting quarterback P.J. Walker suffered a shoulder injury and was forced to exit, with Marcus McDade taking over the rest of the game.

2nd Quarter:
• Arizona (ARI) TD:
o Freddie Martino hauled in a 5-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Jack Henneghan.
o The extra point was good, extending Arizona’s lead.
o The scoring drive spanned 12 plays covering 78 yards, with ToP: 2:00 and 0:17 left in the half.
• After halftime, both teams went to their backups, altering the game’s pace and personnel.

3rd Quarter:
• Houston (HOU) FG:
o Sergio Castillo drilled a 33-yard field goal on a three-play, 18-yard drive.
o ToP: 0:56; 1:55 remaining in the quarter.
• Injury: In this quarter, Arizona’s tight end Thomas Duarte left the game with a broken collarbone—an injury expected to sideline him for approximately eight weeks.

4th Quarter:
• Arizona (ARI) FG:
o Nick Folk added a 23-yard field goal on a three-play, 7-yard drive.
o The drive consumed 0:47 with 0:54 left in the game.
• No further scoring ensued as the defensive units tightened up.

Team & Individual Statistics
Houston Roughnecks:
• Total Offense: 73 yards (Passing: 29 yards, Rushing: 44 yards)
• Passing: 6 completions on 25 attempts (24.0% completion, 1.2 YPA) with 1 interception; QB P.J. Walker completed 5-of-13 for 52 yards (4.0 YPA) before leaving on injury.
• Rushing: Nick Holley led with 30 yards on 5 carries (6.0 avg), while De'Angelo Henderson added 14 yards on 6 attempts (2.3 avg).
• Receiving: Taivon Jacobs caught 3 passes for 41 yards (13.6 avg).
• Special Teams: Sergio Castillo connected on a 33-yard FG; Austin Rehkow handled punting duties (2 punts for 67 yards, 33.5 avg).
• Turnovers: 1 (an interception recorded).

Arizona Hotshots:
• Total Offense: 207 yards (Passing: 135 yards, Rushing: 72 yards)
• Passing: Jack Heneghan went 6-of-14 for 100 yards (7.1 YPA) with 1 touchdown, while Trevor Knight completed 5-of-7 for 35 yards (5.0 YPA) and recorded 2 interceptions.
• Rushing: Tim Cook tallied 37 yards on 8 attempts (4.6 avg); Justin Stockton ran 12 times for 23 yards (1.9 avg).
• Receiving: Freddie Martino had a strong performance with 5 catches for 91 yards (18.1 avg) and a touchdown. Other contributors included Connor Hamlett and Marquis Bundy.
• Special Teams: Nick Folk contributed two field goals (43 and 23 yards) and a perfect extra point percentage.
• Turnovers: 3 (including 2 interceptions thrown by the quarterbacks).

Injury Report
• Houston Roughnecks:
o QB P.J. Walker exited early in the 1st quarter with a shoulder injury. Marcus McDade subsequently took over the passing duties.
• Arizona Hotshots:
o TE Thomas Duarte suffered a broken collarbone in the 3rd quarter and is expected to miss approximately 8 weeks.

Coach Interviews
Bill O'Brien, Houston Roughnecks Head Coach:
"We came in with determination, but the execution just wasn’t there tonight. Losing P.J. Walker early hurt our rhythm on offense, and while Marcus McDade did his best to stabilize the situation, we couldn’t get into a consistent groove. Our defense showed some resilience, but overall, we have a lot of work to do before we face tougher competition at home against the Dallas Renegades. We’re going to regroup, analyze every detail, and look to improve in every facet—especially the quarterback play."

Bruce Arians, Arizona Hotshots Head Coach:
"It was a hard-fought, low-scoring game that truly tested our mettle. I’m proud of our guys for executing the fundamentals on offense and defense. Freddie Martino and the passing attack really gave us the spark we needed, and Nick Folk’s kicking was a key factor. Losing Thomas Duarte is a big blow for us, but our depth in the tight end group and the overall resilience of the team give me confidence as we move forward. We’ll be back on the field soon, and our next matchup against the So. Cal Sun will be another opportunity to build on this performance."

Final Thoughts
The Hotshots’ methodical offensive drives and disciplined defense proved to be the difference in this closely contested encounter. Despite the Roughnecks’ valiant effort, especially on special teams and in the brief burst of scoring in the 3rd quarter, the loss of P.J. Walker and a general inability to string together sustained drives left Houston with only 3 points on the board.

As the teams prepare for their Week 3 matchups—Houston welcoming the Dallas Renegades at home and Arizona staying in the desert to face the So. Cal Sun—both squads have clear areas to improve. Houston will need to sharpen its quarterback play and offensive rhythm, while Arizona must adjust to the absence of Thomas Duarte as they continue to fine-tune their pass-balanced attack.

Stay tuned to the American Sports Wire for all the latest updates and analysis as the preseason battle intensifies.

Next Week:
• Houston Roughnecks host the Dallas Renegades
• Arizona Hotshots take on the So. Cal Sun at Sun Devil Stadium
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Preseason:
Week 2
Orlando Apollos (0-1) @ Omaha Nighthawks(0-1) Thursday, August 16 (ESPN) ORL 22 - OMA 15 (Game of the Week)
Atlanta Legends (0-1) @ Toronto Argonauts (0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) ATL 37 - TOR 16
Charlotte Hornets (0-1) @ Philadelphia Bell (1-0) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) CHH 16 - PHI 14
Memphis Express (0-1) @ Boston Breakers(0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) MPH 12 - BOS 26
Winnipeg Blue Bombers (0-1) @ New York Guardians (1-0) Friday, August 17 (FOX) WPG 0 - NYG 0
Houston Roughnecks (0-1) @ Arizona Hotshots (0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) HOU 3 - ARI 13
Michigan Panthers (1-0) @ Ohio Glory (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) MICH 17 - OHI 13
Shreveport Steamers (1-0) @ Hamilton Tiger-Cats (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SHR 0 - HAM 0
Tampa Bay Bandits (1-0) @ Jacksonville Sharks (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) TBB 0 - JAX 0
So. Cal Sun (0-1) @ St. Louis Battlehawks (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (CBS) SCS 0 - STL 0
Pittsburgh Maulers (1-0) @ Washington Federals (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) PIT 0 - WSH 0
Salt Lake City Stallions (0-1) @ Dallas Renegades (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SLC 0 - DAL 0
Seattle Dragons (1-0) @ Edmonton Eskimos (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SEA 0 - EDM 0
Las Vegas Outlaws (1-0) @ San Francisco Demons (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) LVO 0 - SF 0
New York Knights (1-0) @ Hartford Colonials (0-1) Sunday, August 19 (NBC) NYK 0 - HAR 0
Chicago Enforcers (1-0) @ Virginia Beach Destroyers Monday, August 20 (ESPN) CHI 0 - VAB 0

The Great Lakes Gazette
Panthers Poised to Pounce in Columbus
By Derek Wright
After a stunning Week 1 display—where the Michigan Panthers dismantled the Hamilton Tiger-Cats 49–0—the squad now travels to Ohio Stadium to test their mettle against a rugged Ohio Glory team that imposed a 52–26 drubbing on the Omaha Nighthawks in Columbus. Coach Jim Stanley’s men continue to embody the West Coast offensive flair on a ground-and-pound scheme, pairing a smothering 3–4 defensive unit with a methodical, ball-control attack.

Michigan’s quarterback, Whit Taylor, has shown promise in short-yardage efficiency (completing 4-of-7 passes for 89 yards, a 12.7 YPA), and his connection with dynamic receiver Anthony Carter—who posted an impressive 38.0-yard average on his two receptions in Week 1—will be critical down the stretch. Equally lethal, Ken Lacy’s 143 rushing yards on just 10 attempts (14.2 avg) have set a high standard for the ground game. With Terry Miller’s dual-touchdown performance on 11 carries adding muscle to the offense, Coach Stanley appears primed to continue dictating the tempo.

Defensively, the Panthers’ unit—anchored by stalwarts like John Banaszak and Vito McKeever—will look to impose a physical presence while forcing turnovers to disrupt Ohio’s flow. In a game where both teams sported robust Week 1 performances, the key for Michigan will be maintaining discipline in the secondary and exploiting mismatches in Ohio’s linebacking corps.

As the Panthers hit the road in Ohio, expect a cerebral, meticulously executed strategy that leverages high-octane rushing combined with precision passing. We project a hard-fought victory by Michigan, as they aim to further their unbeaten preseason run and reassert dominance in the league’s evolving landscape.

Prediction: Michigan Panthers 34, Ohio Glory 28

The Ohio Herald
Glory Aims for Consistency Against a Formidable Panther Unit
By David Rausch
Fresh off a commanding Week 1 victory over the Omaha Nighthawks (52–26) at Ohio Stadium, the Ohio Glory will welcome the Michigan Panthers—who delivered a 49–0 thrashing to the Hamilton Tiger-Cats—back to Columbus for a crucial preseason showdown. Under the guidance of Coach Larry Little, the Glory’s West Coast system will once again emphasize balance and ball control against a Panther squad that has impressed with both its potent rushing attack and disciplined West Coast passing game.

Ohio’s signal-caller Babe Laufenberg has been efficient, compiling 181 yards on 7 completions (an 18.0 YPA) as he orchestrated drives against a Nighthawks defense that in Week 1 was left reeling. Complemented by Pat O’Hara’s subsequent subpar figures, the Glory will seek to refine their timing and decision-making, reducing turnovers and better exploiting mismatches in the secondary. The ground game, led by Adam Walker’s 85 yards on 11 carries and bolstered by Amir Rasul’s all-around effort, provides a stable platform to set up play action and open passing lanes.

Defensively, Ohio’s 4–3 alignment—anchored by the experienced duo of Joel Dickson and Charles Jackson—will need to neutralize Michigan’s explosive running attack. The Panthers boast a dynamic duo on the ground with Ken Lacy’s burst and Terry Miller’s consistent production, a combination that Coach Jim Stanley has used to perfection. The Glory’s ability to disrupt these production lines with decisive blitzes and tight coverage will be paramount.

Special teams could prove to be another battleground, as Ohio’s unit must control field position with their precise kicking game and aggressive return specialists. Despite the Panthers’ stat sheet pointing to an impressive all-around Week 1 performance, the Glory’s meticulous approach and home-field advantages in Columbus lend them the edge to capitalize on any missteps.

Looking ahead to a highly analytical contest where every down matters, the Glory aim to tighten up both protection and execution, paving the way for a signature win in front of the home crowd.

Prediction: Ohio Glory 31, Michigan Panthers 27

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 Michigan Panthers - Pre-season Week 2 Depth Chart - 2007
Head Coach: Jim Stanley
offense: West Coast
Defense: 3-4
Local TV: WMPX 2 (FOX)
Paper: The Great Lakes Gazette
Reporter: Derek Wright
Reporter Personality: Wright’s columns are known for their intellectual rigor. He frequently writes about team dynamics and their performance in the context of Michigan’s broader sports culture, blending passion for the Panthers with sharp statistical analysis.

REGULAR OFFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
WR Derek Holloway (29) Walter Brouighton (80) Anthony Carter (1)
TE Don Echols (88) Ken O'Neal (83) Mike Cobb (8)
LT Tony Osbun (75) Chris Godfrey (70) Mark Jenkins (73)
LG Jeff Wiska (72) Tyrone Mc Griff (61) Ken Dallafior (78)
C Matt Braswell (54) Wayne Radloff (55)
RG Ken Dallafior (78) Thom Dornbrook (63) Jeff Wiska (72)
RT Mark Jenkins (73) Ray Pinney (74) Tony Osbun (75)
WR Frank McClain (82) Ken O'Neal (83)
QB Whit Taylor (10) Mike Rae (15) Bobby Hebert (11)
FB Cleo Miller (33) Don Echols (88) John Williams (40)
HB Terry Miller (43) Linnie Patrick (30) Ken Lacy (28)

BASE 3-4 DEFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
LDE John Banaszak (76) Ronnie Paggett (99)
NT Dennis Puha (71) Max GIll (67) Larry Bethea (79) David Tipton (65)
RDE Willie Green (92) Jay Hayes (93) Marcus Butts (91)
LOLB Mike Edwards (53) Kyle Borland (52)
LILB Andy Cannavino )51) Ray Bentley (50)
RILB Robert Pennywell (59) Will Cokeley (58)
ROLB Paul Girgash (62) Carlton Rose (90) John Corker (57)
CB Clarence Chapman (22) Bobby Futrell (20)
SS Tom Moriarty (45) Vito McKeever (36)
FS John Arnaud (25) Ron Osborne (23)
CB Elbert Gray (26) Oliver Davis (21)

SPECIAL TEAMS
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
K David Greenwood (31) Novo Bojovic (3)
P Novo Bojovic (3) David Greenwood (31)
H Mike Rae (15) Whit Taylor (10)
PR Walter Brouighton (80) Derek Holloway (29) John Williams (40) Linnie Patrick (30)
KR Walter Brouighton (80) Derek Holloway (29) John Williams (40) Linnie Patrick (30)
LS Wayne Radloff (55) Thom Dornbrook (63) Ray Pinney (74)


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 Ohio Glory - Pre-season Week 2 Depth Chart - 2007
Home Stadium: Ohio Stadium in Columbus, OH
Head Coach: Larry Little
Offense: West Coast
Defense: 4-3
Local TV: WCOL 10
Paper: The Ohio Herald
Reporter: David Rausch
Reporter Personality: Rausch's columns are highly analytical, often delving into the X's and O's of the game. He’s known for breaking down the Ohio Glory’s weaknesses and strengths with an almost obsessive attention to detail.

REGULAR OFFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
WR Melvin Patterson (84) Phil Logan (83) Deval Glover (86)
TE Eric Ihnat (87) Nigel Codrington (41) Randy Bethel (88)
LT Curt Mull (78) Mike Graybill (76) Dustin Quinton (71)
LG Terry Gray (79) Karl Coles (72) Eric Harmon (60)
C Curtis Wilson (51) Ken Vines (53) Ben Jefferson (64)
RG Eric Harmon (60) Ben Jefferson (64) Terry Gray (79)
RT Dustin Quinton (71) Kelly John-Lewis (62) Curt Mull (78)
WR Walter Wilson (85) Darren Hughes (89) Patrick Johnson (82)
QB Babe Laufenberg (11) Greg Frey (14) Pat O'Hara (6)
FB George Swann (40) Lydell Carr (28)
HB Adam Walker (30) Daryl Gard (22) George Swann (40) Amir Rasul (20)

BASE 4-3 DEFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
LDE Joel Dickson (95) Kent Wells (73)
LDT Charles Jackson (98) Mike Sunvold (70)
RDT Andrew Powell (96) Chad Rolen (77)
RDE Oleg Sapega (92) Mike Estes (91)
WLB Jono Tunney (50) Kerry Owens (54) George Koonce (59)
MLB Stacy Harvey (56) Eric Snelson (52)
SLB Bobby Curtis (61) Marlon Brown (90)
CB Jason Wallace (24) Darren Willis (23) Tim James (26)
SS Eric Hickerson (43) Calvin Nicholson (35)
FS John Hardy (42) Aaron Ruffin (33) Antoine Bennett (32)
CB African Grant (29) Mike Adams (31)

SPECIAL TEAMS
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
K Tom Rouen (5) Jerrry Kauric (7)
P Jerrry Kauric (7) Tom Rouen (5)
H Greg Frey (14) Babe Laufenberg (11)
PR Antoine Bennett (32) Darren Hughes (89) Adam Walker (30) Daryl Gard (22)
KR Antoine Bennett (32) Darren Hughes (89) Adam Walker (30) Daryl Gard (22)
LS Eric Harmon (60) Dustin Quinton (71) Ben Jefferson (64)


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NFL NETWORK - NATIONAL TV BUMPER
[Epic Music Bed – slow build, tribal drums + cinematic brass]
"This spring… tradition collides with transformation."

"From the frozen lakes of Detroit… to the heart of Buckeye country… two revival franchises reignite a rivalry."

"Panthers. Glory. Saturday night lights. Only one claws their way to supremacy."

“MICHIGAN PANTHERS vs OHIO GLORY”
LIVE – SATURDAY 7PM ET | NFL NETWORK

This is Football. This is the UCFL."

WMPX 2 – DETROIT BUMPER (FOX)
"Detroit, you know toughness. You bleed blue and silver. And now—it’s time to roar."

"The Michigan Panthers return home for a Midwest throwdown with Ohio’s finest."

"Show ‘em how we do it in the D."

PANTHERS vs GLOR – THIS SATURDAY 7PM
EXCLUSIVE ON WMPX 2 – YOUR HOME FOR SPRING FOOTBALL

This is Football. This is the UCFL.

WCOL 10 – COLUMBUS BUMPER (OH)
[High-energy hip-hop beat, fast pacing, lots of Ohio pride visuals – Horseshoe stadium, Columbus skyline, team huddle]
"Columbus, you wanted football with fire? You got it."

"Ohio Glory is coming back with swagger—and we’re not backing down from anybody."

"Detroit’s coming to town. Let’s give ‘em a taste of Glory."

OHIO GLORY vs MICHIGAN PANTHERS
SATURDAY 7PM – ONLY ON WCOL 10 – COLUMBUS’ GRIDIRON HOME

This is Football. This is the UCFL.

https://youtu.be/MVnjhYaWOlg

Final Score: MICH 17 - OHI 13

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Madden NFL 08 PC v0.0 Game Log - Panthers at Glory
Game Time: Thu Apr 10 15:46:31 2025
Skill Level: Pro
Quarter Length: 5 minute(s)

Slider                         Human   CPU
QB Accuracy                       50    50
Pass Blocking                     50    50
Receiver Catching                 50    50
Running Ability                   50    50
Offensive line Run Blocking       50    50
Defensive Awareness               50    50
Defensive line Knockdowns         50    50
Interceptions                     50    50
Defensive Break Blocks            50    50
Tackling                          50    50
Fieldgoal Length                  50    50
Fieldgoal Accuracy                50    50
Punt Length                       50    50
Punt Accuracy                     50    50
Kickoff Length                    50    50

Weather
Forecast: Fair
Wind: 0 mph
Temp: 65 degrees

Team               Q1   Q2   Q3   Q4   OT      FINAL
Panthers            7    7    3    0    0         17
Glory               0   13    0    0    0         13

Game Statistics:                 Panthers      Glory
First Downs                            11         11
Third Down Conversions                  5          4
Third Downs                            10          8
Third Down Percentage               50.0%      50.0%
Fourth Down Conversions                 1          0
Fourth Downs                            1          0
Fourth Down Percentage             100.0%       0.0%
Two Pt Conversions Made                 0          0
Two Pt Conversions Attempted            0          0
Two Pt Conversion Percentage         0.0%       0.0%
Offense Redzone Num                     1          2
Offense Redzone TDs                     0          1
Offense Redzone FGs                     0          0
Offense Redzone Percentage           0.0%      50.0%
Rushing Attempts                       28         13
Rushing Yards                         165         38
Rushing Average                       5.9        2.9
Rushing TDs                             1          1
Passing Yards                         101        194
Passing Completions                     8         12
Passing Attempts                       17         23
Completion Percentage               47.1%      52.2%
Passing Average                       5.9        8.4
Passing TDs                             1          1
Offensive Pass Interceptions            0          0
TOTAL OFFENSE                         266        232
Defensive Pass Interceptions            0          0
Punt Return Yards                       5          0
Kick Return Yards                      48         78
Punts                                   3          2
Punt Avg                             36.0       47.0
Fumbles                                 0          0
Fumbles Lost                            0          0
Penalties                               4          0
Penalty Yds                            70          0
Turnovers                               0          0
TIME OF POSSESSION                  10:51      09:09
   
Individual Stats: Glory
PASSING                        CMP  ATT  YDS  PCT   YPA SACK   TD  INT LONG RATING
Babe Laufenberg                 10   16  174   62  10.8    1    1    0   30  120.3
Greg Frey                        2    7   28   28   4.0    2    0    0   15   43.7

RUSHING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD  FUM
Adam Walker                      7   19   2.7   10    1    0
Darryl Gard                      6   19   3.1    9    0    0

RECEIVING                      REC  YDS   AVG LONG   TD DROP  YAC
Melvin Patterson                 4   88  22.0   30    1    0    2
Randy Bethel                     3   43  14.3   22    0    0    4
Phil Logan                       1   16  16.0   16    0    0    1
Walter Wilson                    1   16  16.0   16    0    1    6
Deval Glover                     1   15  15.0   15    0    0    1
Darren Hughes                    1   13  13.0   13    0    0    1
Adam Walker                      1   11  11.0   11    0    0    2

KICKING                        FGM  FGA  PCT FGSBLOCKED  XPA  XPM  PCT XPSBLOCKED KICKOFFS TOUCHBACKS
Tom Rouen                        0    2    0          0    2    1   50          0        3          1
Jerry Kauric                     0    1    0          0    0    0    0          0        0          0

PUNTING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG BLOCKS IN20 TOUCHBACKS
Tom Rouen                        2   94  47.0   48      0    0          1

KICK RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG   TD LONG
Patrick Jackson                  3   78  26.0    0   28

PUNT RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD
Patrick Jackson                  0    0   0.0    0    0

DEFENSE                        TOT LOSS SACK   FF FREC  YDS   TD  INT  RET   AVG DEFLECTIONS SAFETIES CTH ALLOW BIG HITS
Stacey Harvey                    6    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Eric Snelson                     5    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Calvin Nicholson                 3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Mike Estes                       2    0    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Aaron Ruffin                     2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Mike Adams                       2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Andrew Powell                    2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Jason Wallace                    2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Kerry Owens                      2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
John Hardy                       2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           2        0         0        0
Mike Sunvold                     1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
George Swarn                     1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Kent Wells                       1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Eric Hickerson                   1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Jono Tunney                      1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
African Grant                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Bobby Curtis                     1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0

BLOCKING                      PANCAKES SACKS ALLOWED
Kelly John-Lewis                     6             0
Curt Mull                            4             0
Ben Jefferson                        3             0
Karl Coles                           2             0
Mike Graybill                        2             0
Ken Vines                            1             0
Lydell Carr                          1             0
Dustin Quinton                       1             1
Curtis Wilson                        1             0


Individual Stats: Panthers
PASSING                        CMP  ATT  YDS  PCT   YPA SACK   TD  INT LONG RATING
Whit Taylor                      7   14   93   50   6.6    0    1    0   33   95.2
Mike Rae                         1    3   13   33   4.3    1    0    0   13   47.9

RUSHING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD  FUM
Linnie Patrick                  13   85   6.5   15    0    0
Terry Miller                     9   70   7.7   34    1    0
Cleo Miller                      4   12   3.0    5    0    0
Mike Rae                         2   -2  -1.0    0    0    0

RECEIVING                      REC  YDS   AVG LONG   TD DROP  YAC
Derek Holloway                   3   51  17.0   33    1    0    1
Ken O'Neal                       3   38  12.6   24    0    0   11
Frank McClain                    2   17   8.5   13    0    0    5
Anthony Carter                   0    0   0.0    0    0    1    0

KICKING                        FGM  FGA  PCT FGSBLOCKED  XPA  XPM  PCT XPSBLOCKED KICKOFFS TOUCHBACKS
Novo Bojovic                     1    1  100          0    2    2  100          0        2          0
David Greenwood                  0    0    0          0    0    0    0          0        1          0

PUNTING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG BLOCKS IN20 TOUCHBACKS
David Greenwood                  3  108  36.0   40      0    0          1

KICK RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG   TD LONG
Derek Holloway                   2   48  24.0    0   26
Walter Broughton                 0    0   0.0    0    0

PUNT RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD
Walter Broughton                 1    5   5.0    5    0
Derek Holloway                   0    0   0.0    0    0

DEFENSE                        TOT LOSS SACK   FF FREC  YDS   TD  INT  RET   AVG DEFLECTIONS SAFETIES CTH ALLOW BIG HITS
Andy Cannavino                   5    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         1        0
Clarence Chapman                 3    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         2        0
Mike Edwards                     2    0    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Bobby Futrell                    2    0    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Robert Pennywell                 2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Elbert Gray                      2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Tom Moriarity                    2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Kyle Borland                     2    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Vito McKeever                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Ronnie Paggett                   1    0    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Ron Osborne                      1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Dennis Puha                      1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Oliver Davis                     1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         2        0
John Arnaud                      1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
John Banaszak                    1    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Paul Girgash                     0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         2        0

BLOCKING                      PANCAKES SACKS ALLOWED
Tom Osbun                            5             0
Mark Jenkins                         4             0
Chris Godfrey                        4             0
Wayne Radloff                        3             0
Ken Dallafior                        2             0
Tyrone McGriff                       2             1
Ken O'Neal                           2             0
Thom Dornbrook                       2             0
Ray Pinney                           2             0
Jeff Wiska                           2             0
Don Echols                           1             0
Cleo Miller                          1             0
Matt Braswell                        1             0


Game Log Ends


UNITED CONTINENTAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE – PRESEASON WEEK 2 AFTER ACTION REPORT: MICHIGAN PANTHERS 17, OHIO GLORY 13
By Wes Callahan, American Sports Wire
Week 2 Preseason – Game 7 | Ohio Stadium, Columbus, OH
In what turned into a tale of two halves, the Michigan Panthers eked out a 17-13 victory over the Ohio Glory on Thursday afternoon, riding a strong ground game and timely execution before giving way to second-stringers in a quieter second half. Though billed as a preseason tune-up, the physicality and tension between these two rising squads had a decidedly regular-season edge.

SCORING SUMMARY
1st Quarter
With the clock winding down, Panthers QB Whit Taylor orchestrated a methodical 10-play, 80-yard drive capped off by a 33-yard strike to Derek Holloway. The senior wideout burst through soft coverage on a post route and strolled into the end zone to give Michigan a 7–0 lead with just two seconds remaining.

MICH TD – Holloway, 33-yd pass from Taylor (Bojovic PAT)
Drive: 10 plays, 80 yds | Time: 2:21

2nd Quarter
The Glory answered back swiftly. On their third play of the quarter, Babe Laufenberg launched a beautifully timed deep ball to Melvin Patterson, who torched zone coverage for a 30-yard touchdown.

OHI TD – Patterson, 30-yd pass from Laufenberg (Rouen PAT)
Drive: 3 plays, 74 yds | Time: 0:47
Momentum swung again just minutes later. Ohio’s offense, still aggressive, drove 75 yards behind an efficient mix of run-pass before Adam Walker plunged in from the one-yard line. However, a botched PAT left points on the field.

OHI TD – Walker, 1-yd run (PAT missed)
Drive: 8 plays, 75 yds | Time: 1:08
With under a minute before halftime, Michigan responded with its own quick strike—Terry Miller slashing through a spread-out front for a 34-yard touchdown run, his second score in as many weeks.

MICH TD – T. Miller, 34-yd run (Bojovic PAT)
Drive: 7 plays, 78 yds | Time: 0:51
Halftime: Michigan 14, Ohio 13

3rd Quarter
The backups took over after the break, and though the action slowed, Michigan still managed to tack on a critical field goal. Novo Bojovic drilled a 53-yarder after another long, methodical drive to extend the lead.

MICH FG – Bojovic, 53 yards
Drive: 7 plays, 80 yds | Time: 2:11

4th Quarter
Both sides failed to register points in the final frame, with stalled drives, conservative play-calling, and one missed Glory field goal attempt stymying any comeback hopes.

KEY STATS
• Total Offense: Michigan 266 yds | Ohio 232 yds
• Rushing: Michigan 165 yds on 28 carries | Ohio 38 yds on 13 carries
• Passing: Taylor (MICH) – 7/14, 93 yds, 1 TD | Laufenberg (OHI) – 10/16, 174 yds, 1 TD
• Red Zone Efficiency: Michigan 0/1 | Ohio 1/2
• Turnovers: None for either side

PLAYER OF THE GAME
Terry Miller, HB, Michigan – 9 carries, 70 yds, 1 TD
Miller’s explosive 34-yard touchdown changed the game’s momentum heading into the break and showcased the Panthers' ability to strike quickly on the ground.

INJURY REPORT
• Michigan WR Derek Holloway exited late in the 2nd quarter with an elbow injury and did not return. Coach Stanley indicated it was "precautionary" and expects Holloway to be available for Week 3. His early performance (3 rec, 51 yds, TD) was integral in setting the tone.

COACHES' CORNER
Jim Stanley, Panthers HC:
"We came into this game wanting to stay balanced, establish the run, and limit mistakes. I thought Whit [Taylor] did a solid job commanding the offense early, and Terry [Miller] continues to be a difference-maker. Obviously, we're going to miss Derek [Holloway] if he's out for any length, but I’m proud of the way our backups stepped in and kept things steady."

Larry Little, Glory HC:
"We showed flashes, but this game’s about consistency. Babe [Laufenberg] played with poise in the pocket, and I loved the explosiveness on the Patterson TD, but we’ve got to clean up execution in the red zone and on special teams. One missed extra point and a 0-for-2 night on field goals can be the difference."

LOOKING AHEAD
The Panthers (2-0) will stay on the road next week for a marquee matchup against the Virginia Beach Destroyers. Ohio (1-1) travels to face a hungry Salt Lake Stallions team.
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Preseason:
Week 2
Orlando Apollos (0-1) @ Omaha Nighthawks(0-1) Thursday, August 16 (ESPN) ORL 22 - OMA 15 (Game of the Week)
Atlanta Legends (0-1) @ Toronto Argonauts (0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) ATL 37 - TOR 16
Charlotte Hornets (0-1) @ Philadelphia Bell (1-0) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) CHH 16 - PHI 14
Memphis Express (0-1) @ Boston Breakers(0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) MPH 12 - BOS 26
Winnipeg Blue Bombers (0-1) @ New York Guardians (1-0) Friday, August 17 (FOX) WPG 0 - NYG 0
Houston Roughnecks (0-1) @ Arizona Hotshots (0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) HOU 3 - ARI 13
Michigan Panthers (1-0) @ Ohio Glory (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) MICH 17 - OHI 13
Shreveport Steamers (1-0) @ Hamilton Tiger-Cats (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SHR 45 - HAM 0
Tampa Bay Bandits (1-0) @ Jacksonville Sharks (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) TBB 0 - JAX 0
So. Cal Sun (0-1) @ St. Louis Battlehawks (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (CBS) SCS 0 - STL 0
Pittsburgh Maulers (1-0) @ Washington Federals (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) PIT 0 - WSH 0
Salt Lake City Stallions (0-1) @ Dallas Renegades (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SLC 0 - DAL 0
Seattle Dragons (1-0) @ Edmonton Eskimos (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SEA 0 - EDM 0
Las Vegas Outlaws (1-0) @ San Francisco Demons (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) LVO 0 - SF 0
New York Knights (1-0) @ Hartford Colonials (0-1) Sunday, August 19 (NBC) NYK 0 - HAR 0
Chicago Enforcers (1-0) @ Virginia Beach Destroyers Monday, August 20 (ESPN) CHI 0 - VAB 0

The Shreveport Sentinel
Steam Rising: Shreveport Seeks Another Statement in Steeltown Showdown
By Timothy Clarke
The Shreveport Steamers may be a new name in professional football, but after last week’s obliteration of the Toronto Argonauts, they’ve already earned something more valuable than respect—they’ve earned fear.

Coach Sean Payton’s debut was nothing short of cinematic: a 42-3 masterpiece at home, where quarterback Bubba Wyche stepped in mid-game and never looked back, lighting up the Argos for 205 yards and 2 touchdowns. The quarterback room in Shreveport is deep, but after that performance, the buzz around town is whether Wyche has played himself into a bigger role this week.

On the ground, Jim Nance bulldozed through tacklers like he was late for supper, punching in 3 touchdowns and dragging defenders in his wake. The run game behind Nance and Jimmy Edwards gave the Steamers the balance they’ll need on the road against Hamilton.

But what’s making headlines around Shreveport isn’t just the scoreboard—it’s the swagger. The Steamers' defense played like a band of outlaws in the bayou. Garland Boyette led a linebacker group that was flying around, and Steve Hatch in the secondary played with surgical precision, snuffing out any spark Toronto tried to ignite.

Now comes a new test: the long haul to Tim Hortons Field in Hamilton, where the locals are hungry after an embarrassing 49-0 shutout to Michigan. But the Tiger-Cats are licking their wounds, and the Steamers? They’re licking their chops.

If Shreveport can channel the same emotional fire, the same community-fueled grit that filled KSHP 6 with highlights last week, they may just come home 2-0.

Prediction: Steamers 31, Tiger-Cats 10.
Player to Watch: Bubba Wyche – If he starts, the field might tilt in Shreveport’s favor again.


The Hamilton Star
Glory Tiger-Cats Hope to Reboot After Detroit Debacle; Home Opener Crucial
By Kyle Thomas
One game does not define a season. But a 49-0 thrashing? That stings.

The Hamilton Tiger-Cats walked into Michigan last week and got ambushed. Jason Maas struggled behind a collapsing pocket, and the offense never found rhythm. The crowd at Tim Hortons Field has been restless all week—now they’re ready to roar. Saturday’s home opener vs. the Shreveport Steamers offers a chance at redemption, and frankly, it’s needed.

Head coach Marv Lewis emphasized fundamentals in this week’s practices—especially ball security, protection, and communication. Expect a quicker trigger on switching quarterbacks if Maas starts slow again. Don’t be surprised if Casey Printers or Richie Williams gets early reps if the offense sputters.

The silver lining? Hamilton’s ground game showed life. Anthony Davis and Antoine Bagwell both averaged 4.5 yards per carry, and if the offensive line can get a push, the Tiger-Cats could lean on a more conservative, possession-based attack to settle nerves and stay in the game.

Defensively, JoJuan Armour and Jason Nedd led a group that simply got overpowered in Week 1. But Lewis insists that the secondary has learned from the film. Against Shreveport’s quick-hit West Coast scheme, assignment football will be key.

Make no mistake: the Steamers are coming in hot after dismantling Toronto. Their run game is physical, and their defense plays fast and loose. But Hamilton has pride—and more importantly, a home crowd that’s desperate to believe again.

This isn’t just a game. It’s a gut-check.

Prediction: Steamers 24, Tiger-Cats 13.

Player to Watch: Anthony Arceneaux – If Hamilton has any shot, they need explosive plays from their WR1.

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 Shreveport Steamers - Pre-season Week 2 Depth Chart - 2007
Head Coach:Sean Payton
Offense: West Coast
Defense: 4-3
Local TV: KSHP 6 (FOX)
Paper: The Shreveport Sentinel
Reporter: Timothy Clarke
Reporter Personality: Clarke’s columns focus on the gritty nature of the Steamers’ journey. He often covers the team with an emotional lens, writing about Shreveport’s support for the team and the obstacles they face as a new franchise.

REGULAR OFFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
WR Johnny Odom (80) Ricky Scales (1) Rick Eber (15)
TE Rory Best (86) Mike Burnop (82) Donnie Davis (88)
LT Mike Tayor (73) Joe Miller (75) Clyde Williams (63)
LG Glenn Holloway (61) Brian Vertefeuille (62) Don Buck (51)
C Cleo Walker (51) Sheldon Joppru (66)
RG Sam Holden (79) Don Buck (51) Glenn Holloway (61)
RT Clyde Williams (63) Bill Dulin (76) Mike Tayor (73)
WR George Smith (6) Doug Winslow (21)
QB Edd Hargett (10) D. C. Nobles (3) Bubba Wyche (18)
FB Mike Burnop (82) Rory Best (86) Jim Nance (35)
HB Jimmy Edwards (12) Rocky Thompson (22) Paul Gipson (0) Virgil Robinson (47)

BASE 4-3 DEFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
LDE Mike Walker (77) Willie Jones (72)
LDT Mark Ilgenfritz (81) Akken Aldridge (83)
RDT Kirk Heyer (78) Willie Parker (74)
RDE Bon Boatwright (71) Bob Barber (84) Don Brumm (86)
WLB Bob Creech (58) Al Humphrey (57)
MLB Kenny Lambert (55) Charlie Battle (53)
SLB Garland Boyette (52) Durfey Thompson (45)
CB Leon Jenkins (19) Roger Cox (12) Rene Garnett (42)
SS Richmond Flowers (44) Art McMahon (29) Joe Green (29)
FS Steve Hatch (26) John Mallory (20)
CB Daryl Johnson (23) Melvin Daniels (28)

SPECIAL TEAMS
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
K Dave Mays (12) Charlie Durkee (11)
P Charlie Durkee (11) Dave Mays (12)
H D. C. Nobles (3) Edd Hargett (10)
PR Rocky Thompson (22) Art McMahon (29) Doug Winslow (21) Ricky Scales (1)
KR Rocky Thompson (22) Art McMahon (29) Doug Winslow (21) Ricky Scales (1)
LS Don Buck (51) Sheldon Joppru (66) Joe Miller (75)


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 Hamilton Tiger-Cats -Pre-season Week 2 Depth Chart - 2007
Home Stadium: Tim Hortons Field
Head Coach: Marv Lewis
Offense: West Coast
Defense: 4-3
Local TV: CHTC-DT 11.1 (SportsNet Ontario)
Paper: The Hamilton Star
Reporter: Kyle Thomas
Reporter Personality: A seasoned Canadian sports journalist, Thomas brings a balanced, measured approach to his coverage of the Tiger-Cats. He analyzes team strategies, player progress, and covers the relationship between the team and the passionate Hamilton fanbase.

REGULAR OFFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
WR Chris Bauman (87) Anthony Arceneaux (8) Thyron Anderson (81)
TE Kendrick Starling (81) Brock Ralph (80) Jo Jo Walker (77)
LT Eric Ince (57) Cedric Gagne-Marcoux (53) Damion Cook (65)
LG Mark Cavka (60) Mawan Hage (62) Darrell Adams (97)
C Ryan Donnelly (64) George Hudson (52)
RG Peter Dyakowski (67) Jonta Woodward (69) Pascal Cheron (66)
RT Damion Cook (65) Jerome Davis (59) Eric Ince (57)
WR Richard Alston (85) Jason Armstead (88)
QB Jason Maas (11) Casey Printers (1) Richie Williams (17)
FB Brock Ralph (80) Kendrick Starling (81) Antoine Bagwell (35)
HB Terry Cauley (30) Julian Radlein (33) Anthony Davis (5)

BASE 4-3 DEFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
LDE Nautyn McKay-Loescher (9) Charlton Keith (55)
LDT George Gause (94) Marcus West (43)
RDT Howard Hodges (93) Roger Dunbrack (70)
RDE A. C. Collier (95) Quinton Caver (91)
WLB Augie Barrenechea (39) Ray Mariuz (44)
MLB JoJuan Armour (32) Matt Robichaud (38)
SLB Jamacia Jackson (6) Zeke Moreno (16)
CB Sandy Beveridge (19) Richard Karikari (12) Matt Clark (2)
SS Lawrence Gordon (29) Jykine Bradley (31)
FS Ryan Glaspar (40) Jason Nedd (37)
CB Wayne Shaw (3) Tay Cody (4)

SPECIAL TEAMS
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
K Justin Medlock (7) Nick Selta (13)
P Nick Selta (13) Justin Medlock (7)
H Casey Printers (1) Jason Maas (11)
PR Richard Alston (85) Thyron Anderson (81) Jason Armstead (88) Anthony Arceneaux (8)
KR Richard Alston (85) Thyron Anderson (81) Jason Armstead (88) Anthony Arceneaux (8)
LS Darrell Adams (97) George Hudson (52) Cedric Gagne-Marcoux (53)


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NFL NETWORK - NATIONAL TV BUMPER
Visuals: Explosive montage of hard hits, dynamic plays, and passionate fans amid dramatic music.
VO (deep, commanding tone): "In a clash of grit versus grind – two franchises, two destinies! The Shreveport Steamers, fresh off a 42–3 demolition of Toronto, ride into hostile territory at Tim Hortons Field to take on the resurgent Hamilton Tiger-Cats.
Watch as fireworks and fury meet on the gridiron as these underdogs fight for respect and redemption on a national stage.
This Saturday, experience a showdown where every play counts.

NFL Network – Where legends are born."

On-screen text:
"STEAMERS vs. TIGER-CATS – THURSDAY NIGHT, LIVE ON NFL NETWORK"

This is Football. This is the UCFL."

KSHP 6 (FOX) – Shreveport Local TV TV SPOT
Visuals: Shots of proud Shreveport streets, a packed KSHP 6 studio, and sizzling highlight plays from the win over Toronto.

VO (energetic, hometown pride): "Shreveport, get ready to turn up the heat! Our very own Steamers are headed to Tim Hortons Field, and they’re coming to show Hamilton what our bayou spirit is all about.
Fresh off a 42–3 triumph, Coach Payton’s men are hungry for more. With every snap, every tackle, they carry the heart of Shreveport.
Don’t miss our hometown heroes as they unleash a West Coast storm on Hamilton.
Only on KSHP 6 – your home for high-octane Steamers football!"

On-screen graphics:
"Steamers vs Tiger-Cats – LIVE Saturday | KSHP 6 FOX"

This is Football. This is the UCFL.

CHTC-DT 11.1 (SportsNet Ontario) – Hamilton Local TV TV SPOT
Visuals: Smooth transitions from shots of Tim Hortons Field’s iconic skyline to determined faces of Tiger-Cats players in practice.
VO (balanced, measured Canadian tone): "Hamilton, it’s time to set aside the past and rally behind our Tiger-Cats. After a tough display against Michigan, we’re looking to rebound with precision and pride.
This Saturday, the Tiger-Cats host the traveling Shreveport Steamers—a team that’s been rolling on raw power in their win over Toronto.
Join us on CHTC-DT 11.1 as we witness a battle that’s all about heart, hustle, and a fresh start here at Tim Hortons Field.
Tiger-Cats – let’s show ‘em what Hamilton is made of."

On-screen text:
"Tiger-Cats vs Steamers – SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE, ONLY ON CHTC-DT 11.1"

This is Football. This is the UCFL.

SIMMED GAME: Issues with the Shreveport Steamer roster and not wanting to launch the game from te Weekly menu.

Final Score: SHR 45 - HAM 0

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 Madden NFL 08 PC v0.0 Game Log - Steamers at Tiger-Cats
Game Time: Sat Aug 17 19:30:00 2025
Skill Level: Pro
Quarter Length: 5 minute(s)

Slider                         Human   CPU
QB Accuracy                       50    50
Pass Blocking                     50    50
Receiver Catching                 50    50
Running Ability                   50    50
Offensive line Run Blocking       50    50
Defensive Awareness               50    50
Defensive line Knockdowns         50    50
Interceptions                     50    50
Defensive Break Blocks            50    50
Tackling                          50    50
Fieldgoal Length                  50    50
Fieldgoal Accuracy                50    50
Punt Length                       50    50
Punt Accuracy                     50    50
Kickoff Length                    50    50

Weather
Forecast: Fair
Wind: 1 mph
Temp: 78 degrees

Team               Q1   Q2   Q3   Q4   OT      FINAL
Steamers            7   17   14    7    0         45
Tiger-Cats          0    0    0    0    0          0

Game Statistics:                 Steamers  Tiger-Cats
First Downs                            23          2
Third Down Conversions                 22         12
Third Downs                            11          1
Third Down Percentage               50.0%       8.3%
Fourth Down Conversions                 2          0
Fourth Downs                            3          2
Fourth Down Percentage              66.7%       0.0%
Two Pt Conversions Made                 0          0
Two Pt Conversions Attempted            0          0
Two Pt Conversion Percentage         0.0%       0.0%
Offense Redzone Num                     5          0
Offense Redzone TDs                     5          0
Offense Redzone FGs                     0          0
Offense Redzone Percentage         100.0%       0.0%
Rushing Attempts                       60         24
Rushing Yards                         289         47
Rushing Average                       4.8        2.0
Rushing TDs                             4          0
Passing Yards                         131          6
Passing Completions                    14          5
Passing Attempts                       31         17
Completion Percentage              45.16%      33.3%
Passing Average                       4.4        0.4
Passing TDs                             1          0
Offensive Pass Interceptions            0          0
TOTAL OFFENSE                         420         53
Defensive Pass Interceptions            2          0
Punt Return Yards                      53        102
Kick Return Yards                     116         25
Punts                                   5         10
Punt Avg                             41.4       40.2
Fumbles                                 0          2
Fumbles Lost                            0          2
Penalties                               7          3
Penalty Yds                            45         10
Turnovers                               0          4
TIME OF POSSESSION                  31:04      20:56

Individual Stats: Tiger-Cats (after 2 games)
Passing    Rating    Yds    TD    Int    Comp    Att    Comp%    Avg   Yds / Game    Sack    Long   4th Q Cmbks
J.Maas   18.1   107   0   3   8   20   40   5.3   53.5   4   36   0
C.Printers   0   8   0   1   3   10   30   0.7   8   0   3   0

Rushing    Yds    TD    Att    Avg   Yds / Game    Fumb    BTk   After 1st Hit   20+ Yds
A.Davis   41   0   9   4.5   20.5   0   0   10   0   12
T.Caulley   37   0   19   1.9   18.5   2   0   1   0   3
A.Bagwell   18   0   4   4.5   9   0   0   0   0   13
J.Radlein   15   0   9   1.6   15   0   2   0   0   2

RECEIVING    Rec    Yds    Avg    TD   Yds / Game    YAC   YAC Avg    Drops    Long
B.Ralph   3   10   3.3   0   5   2   0.6   0   5
A.Arceneaux   3   61   20.3   0   30.5   3   1   0   36
J.Armstead   2   11   5.5   0   5.5   4   2   2   9
R.Alston   2   9   4.5   0   4.5   0   0   0   6
A.Davis   1   8   8   0   4   6   6   0   8
J.Walker   1   8   8   0   8   3   3   0   8
T.Anderson   1   5   5   0   2.5   2   2   3   5
T.Caulley   1   25   25   0   12.5   3   3   0   25
C.Bauman   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   1   0

KICKING    FGM    FGA    FG%   FG Long   FG Block   GW FGM   GW FGA    XPM    XPA    XP%   XP Block   FGM 17-29   FGA 17-29   FGM 30-39   FGA 30-39   FGM 40-49   FGA 40-49   FGM 50+   FGA 50+   Kick Offs    TB
N.Selta   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   2   0

PUNTING    Avg    No.    Yds   Net Yds   Net Avg    Block   In 20    TB    Long
N.Selta   36.5   16   584   484   30.2   0   2   1   56

Kick ReturnS    Avg    KR    Yds    TD    Long
T.Anderson   36   1   36   0   36
J.Armstead   23   1   23   0   23
R.Alston   20.7   7   145   0   25
C.Bauman   19   2   38   0   20

Player    Avg    PR    Yds    TD    Long
R.Alston   4.2   4   17   0   6
T.Anderson   0   0   0   0   0
J.Armstead   0   0   0   0   0
C.Bauman   0   0   0   0   0

Defense    Tack   Tack Loss    Sack   Big Hits    Int   Int Yds   Cth Allow   Int Avg   Int Long   Pass Defl    FF   Fumb Rec   Fumb Yds    Block    Safety   Def TD
M.Robichaud   14   0   0   0   0   0   2   0   0   1   1   0   0   0   0   0
Z.Moreno   13   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
J.Jackson   10   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   0   0
R.Glasper   8   0   0   0   0   0   3   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
J.Nedd   8   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   0   0
R.Mariuz   7   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   0   0
J.Bradley   6   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
J.Armour   6   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
A.Barrenechea   4   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   2   0   0   0   0   0   0
S.Beveridge   2   0   0   0   0   0   1   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   0   0
W.Shaw   2   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
Q.Caver   2   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   0   0
G.Hudson   2   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   0
T.Caulley   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
J.Armstead   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
C.Keith   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
N.McKAy-Loesche   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
R.Donnelly   1   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
R.Karikari   1   0   0   0   0   0   1   0   0   2   0   0   0   0   0   0
T.Cody   1   0   0   0   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
M.Clark   1   0   0   0   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
H.Hodges   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
M.West   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
A.Collier   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
M.Cavka   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
E.Ince   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
C.Bauman   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
L.Gordon   0   0   0   0   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
G.Gause   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   0   0

Player   Pan- cake    Sack
G.Hudson   5   0
E.Ince   4   1
D.Adams   3   0
J.Walker   3   0
R.Donnelly   2   0
M.Hage   2   0
C.Gagne-Marcoux   2   0
T.Anderson   1   0
C.Bauman   1   0
D.Cook   0   2
P.Dyakowski   0   1

Individual Stats: Steamers (after 2 games)
Passing    Rating    Yds    TD    Int    Comp    Att    Comp%    Avg   Yds / Game    Sack    Long   4th Q Cmbks
E.Hargett   67.4   68   0   0   6   12   50   5.6   68   1   21   0
D.Nobles   91.7   106   1   0   9   17   52   6.2   106   0   34   0

Rushing    Yds    TD    Att    Avg   Yds / Game    Fumb    BTk   After 1st Hit   20+ Yds
V.Robinson   163   2   28   5.8   81.5   1   6   56   0   19
J.Nance   154   5   35   4.3   77   1   12   71   0   12
J.Edwards   117   2   37   3.1   58.5   0   8   44   0   9
E.Hargett   7   0   1   7   3.5   0   0   0   0   7

Receiving    Rec    Yds    Avg    TD   Yds / Game    YAC   YAC Avg    Drops    Long
J.Nance   8   86   10.7   0   43   90   11.2   0   19
V.Robinson   7   86   12.2   0   43   85   12.1   0   19
R.Eber   5   60   12   0   30   8   1.5   0   22
D.Winslow   3   27   9   2   13.5   13   4.3   0   12
M.Burnop   3   49   16.3   0   24.5   5   1.6   0   38
G.Smith   3   57   19   0   28.5   20   6.6   1   34
J.Odom   2   5   2.5   1   2.5   6   3   0   4
R.Scales   2   11   5.5   0   5.5   4   2   1   6
D.Davis   1   9   9   0   4.5   4   4   0   9
R.Best   1   7   7   0   3.5   4   4   0   7
J.Edwards   1   7   7   0   3.5   4   4   0   7

Player    FGM    FGA    FG%   FG Long   FG Block   GW FGM   GW FGA    XPM    XPA    XP%   XP Block   FGM 17-29   FGA 17-29   FGM 30-39   FGA 30-39   FGM 40-49   FGA 40-49   FGM 50+   FGA 50+   Kick Offs    TB
C.Durkee   1   2   50   27   0   0   0   12   12   100   0   1   1   0   0   0   1   0   0   9   1
D.Mays   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   6   2

Player    Avg    No.    Yds   Net Yds   Net Avg    Block   In 20    TB    Long
D.Mays   43.4   9   391   301   33.4   0   3   1   54

Kick Return    Avg    KR    Yds    TD    Long
R.Thompson   13   1   13   0   13
R.Garnett   12.5   2   25   0   13

Punt Return    Avg    PR    Yds    TD    Long
R.Garnett   13.7   10   138   0   53
R.Thompson   4   4   16   0   12

Player    Tack   Tack Loss    Sack   Big Hits    Int   Int Yds   Cth Allow   Int Avg   Int Long   Pass Defl    FF   Fumb Rec   Fumb Yds    Block    Safety   Def TD
K.Lambert   6   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   0   0
D.Brumm   6   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
S.Hatch   5   0   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   0   0
L.Jenkins   5   0   0   1   0   0   1   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   0   0
A.Humphrey   5   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
C.Battle   5   0   0   2   1   6   2   6   6   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
G.Boyette   5   0   0   0   1   4   0   4   4   0   0   1   16   0   0   0
D.Thompson   5   0   0   1   0   0   1   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   0   0
W.Parker   4   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
B.Creech   3   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
A.Aldridge   3   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   0   0
J.Green   2   0   0   0   0   0   1   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   0   0
J.Mallory   2   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
R.Garnett   2   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
D.Johnson   2   0   0   0   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
M.Walker   2   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   1   1   0   0   0   0
S.Joppru   2   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
M.Taylor   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
J.Miller   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
R.Flowers   1   0   0   1   1   8   1   8   8   1   0   0   0   0   0   0
R.Cox   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   0   0
M.Ilgenfritz   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
B.Vertefeuille   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
M.Daniels   0   0   0   0   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0
C.Williams   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   1   0   0   0   0
G.Holloway   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   0   1   0   0   0   0

Player   Pan- cake    Sack
D.Buck   15   0
S.Joppru   9   1
J.Miller   7   0
C.Williams   5   0
S.Holden   4   0
C.Walker   4   0
B.Vertefeuille   2   2
B.Dulin   2   0
G.Holloway   2   1


Game Log Ends


UNITED CONTINENTAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE – Shreveport Steamers at Hamilton Tiger Cats – Preseason Week 2, Game 8 After Action Report
By Wes Callahan, American Sports Wire
Final Score: Steamers 45, Tiger Cats 0
Game Time: Saturday, August 17, 2025, 19:30
Location: Tim Hortons Field, Hamilton, ON
Weather: Fair, 1 mph wind, 78°F

GAME OVERVIEW
In an emphatic statement on the gridiron, the Shreveport Steamers routed the Hamilton Tiger Cats 45–0 in a dominant display that provided a stark contrast to last week’s lopsided affairs. The Tiger Cats—fresh off a 49–0 drubbing at the hands of the Michigan Panthers—were unable to find even a spark of life against a Steamers team that had steamrolled the Toronto Argonauts 42–3 in their season opener. Every facet of Hamilton’s play was neutralized as the Steamers imposed their will with a balanced West Coast attack, explosive running, and a stifling 4–3 defensive scheme.

SCORING BREAKDOWN
1st Quarter
The Steamers struck first on a determined drive culminating in a short-yardage punch by veteran running back Jim Nance. On a seven play, 48 yard drive, Nance scored from 2 yards out, and the extra point was clipped perfectly—giving Shreveport an early 7–0 lead.
• Play Highlight: Nance’s powerful burst in the goal area set the tone as the Steamers controlled the opening minutes with clock eating precision (drive: 7 plays, 48 yds; ToP: 2:29, 54 seconds remaining).

2nd Quarter
Hamilton’s Tiger Cats remained mute as Shreveport continued to build momentum.

First Score: Running back Virgil Robinson powered through for a 1 yard touchdown on a one play drive; the PAT was successful, increasing the lead to 14–0 (drive: 1 play, 2 yds; ToP: 0:43, 14:45 left in half).

Field Goal: The Steamers extended their advantage when kicker Charlie Durkee drilled a 27 yard field goal on a quick, four play drive covering only 11 yards (drive: 4 plays; ToP: 0:25, 8:56 remaining).

Second Score: In a mirror of the first touchdown, Robinson found the end zone again on a 1 yard run. With a meticulously executed drive spanning 12 plays and 64 yards, and a successful PAT, Shreveport closed the half with a 21–0 lead (drive: 12 plays; ToP: 2:43, 55 seconds left).

Halftime: Steamers 21, Tiger Cats 0
At the break, it was clear the Tiger Cats’ offense had been completely stifled, while Shreveport’s balanced attack and punishing ground game had taken control.

3rd Quarter
After halftime, both teams rotated in their backups, but Shreveport continued to dictate the pace.

Third Quarter Score 1: Running back Jimmy Edwards broke loose for a 9 yard touchdown run. The extra point was good, and the Steamers’ lead crept to 28–0 (drive: 7 plays, 36 yds; ToP: 2:57, 5:20 remaining).

Third Quarter Score 2: The passing game added another dimension as Doug Winslow connected with quarterback D. C. Nobles on a 12 yard touchdown pass. With a perfect PAT, Shreveport pushed the score to 35–0 (drive: 5 plays, 47 yds; ToP: 1:25, 2:47 remaining).

4th Quarter
The final period saw one more scoring drive from the Steamers:

Fourth Quarter Score: In a long, sustained drive, Jim Nance capped the scoring with a 6 yard touchdown run. The successful PAT, executed on a drive that spanned 11 plays and 53 yards (ToP: 5:01, with 11:50 left on the clock), secured a commanding 45–0 victory for Shreveport.

TEAM STATISTICS & ANALYSIS
• First Downs: Steamers 23 vs. Tiger Cats 2
• Rushing: Shreveport amassed 289 yards on 60 attempts (4.8 avg) with four rushing touchdowns, while Hamilton’s ground attack managed just 47 yards on 24 attempts (2.0 avg).
• Passing: The Steamers threw for 131 yards on 14 completions out of 31 attempts (45% completion; 4.4 YPA) including one touchdown; in contrast, the Tiger Cats recorded a paltry six passing yards on 5 completions from 17 attempts.
• Red Zone Efficiency: Shreveport was flawless with five red zone touchdowns on five trips, whereas Hamilton could not muster a single score from their red zone visits.
• Turnovers: Hamilton’s offense turned the ball over four times, a staggering statistic that underscored their inability to sustain drives.
• Time of Possession: Steamers controlled 31:04 compared to the Tiger Cats’ 20:56, demonstrating their offensive dominance and ability to string together scoring drives.

INJURY REPORT
No significant injuries were reported from either team. Both squads managed to maintain a full complement of players throughout the contest.

HEAD COACH INTERVIEWS
Sean Payton, Shreveport Steamers HC:
"Our guys executed every part of our game plan. We came in with confidence after our big win against Toronto, and we knew we had to keep the momentum going. The teamwork and discipline on both sides of the ball made a huge difference today. Every play, from our explosive running game to the timely passes, was executed with passion and precision. We’re proud of this performance and look forward to building on it in the upcoming games."

Marv Lewis, Hamilton Tiger Cats HC:
"It’s a tough result, no doubt about it. We were outmatched in every phase of the game today. Our offense couldn’t get anything going, and our defensive adjustments just didn’t work. We have to learn from this—a 49–0 loss in our first game and now a 45–0 when we hosted these guys is unacceptable. We’re going to go back, review the tape, and make the necessary changes. The fans in Hamilton deserve better, and we’re committed to turning this season around."

LOOKING AHEAD
The Steamers now stand at 2–0 and will look to carry this momentum forward as they prepare for their next challenge away from home when the face the Omaha Nighthawks (0-2). Meanwhile, the Tiger Cats, two consecutive losses on the board, must regroup and address severe deficiencies on both offense and defense if they hope to remain competitive in the season. Their next game is Primetime against the Atlanta Legends (1-1)
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Preseason:
Week 2
Orlando Apollos (0-1) @ Omaha Nighthawks(0-1) Thursday, August 16 (ESPN) ORL 22 - OMA 15 (Game of the Week)
Atlanta Legends (0-1) @ Toronto Argonauts (0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) ATL 37 - TOR 16
Charlotte Hornets (0-1) @ Philadelphia Bell (1-0) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) CHH 16 - PHI 14
Memphis Express (0-1) @ Boston Breakers(0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) MPH 12 - BOS 26
Winnipeg Blue Bombers (0-1) @ New York Guardians (1-0) Friday, August 17 (FOX) WPG 0 - NYG 0
Houston Roughnecks (0-1) @ Arizona Hotshots (0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) HOU 3 - ARI 13
Michigan Panthers (1-0) @ Ohio Glory (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) MICH 17 - OHI 13
Shreveport Steamers (1-0) @ Hamilton Tiger-Cats (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SHR 45 - HAM 0
Tampa Bay Bandits (1-0) @ Jacksonville Sharks (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) TBB 13 - JAX 30
So. Cal Sun (0-1) @ St. Louis Battlehawks (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (CBS) SCS 0 - STL 0
Pittsburgh Maulers (1-0) @ Washington Federals (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) PIT 0 - WSH 0
Salt Lake City Stallions (0-1) @ Dallas Renegades (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SLC 0 - DAL 0
Seattle Dragons (1-0) @ Edmonton Eskimos (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SEA 0 - EDM 0
Las Vegas Outlaws (1-0) @ San Francisco Demons (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) LVO 0 - SF 0
New York Knights (1-0) @ Hartford Colonials (0-1) Sunday, August 19 (NBC) NYK 0 - HAR 0
Chicago Enforcers (1-0) @ Virginia Beach Destroyers Monday, August 20 (ESPN) CHI 0 - VAB 0

The Gulf Coast Gazette
Saturday Football Spotlight – Bandits Prepare for Sharks in Sunshine Showdown
By Carl Watts | Sports Reporter | WTBX 10

TAMPA BAY — Fresh off a nail-biting 30–24 win over the Boston Breakers, the Tampa Bay Bandits are rolling into Jacksonville with momentum, swagger, and a few new reinforcements. Head Coach Lovie Smith has been drilling the fundamentals this week, as his squad readies for a showdown with the Jacksonville Sharks in what’s shaping up to be a must-watch Week 2 preseason clash.

The Bandits’ offensive weaponry was on full display last week, with Ricky Williams torching the Breakers for 97 yards on just 10 carries, including a 57-yard sprint that had fans on their feet. Quarterback Nathaniel Koonce was sharp in limited reps, but it was veteran John Reaves who made a bigger mark, tossing two touchdowns and racking up 168 yards through the air.

“The ground game set the tone,” Coach Smith said in practice Friday. “Now we need to dominate the trenches against a very physical Jacksonville front.”

Tampa Bay took a step toward bolstering that front by signing LDT Jordan Carstens to a 2-year, $2.2 million deal. Carstens joins a defensive line that already recorded five sacks last week, including impact plays from Walter Carter, Kelly Kirchbaum, and James Harrell.

Defensively, expect a battle. The Bandits will need to contain Jacksonville’s dual-threat back Ricky Lake and their short-yardage ace Jeff Davis. And with Sharks TE Bobby Blizzard now in the mix—signed to a 2-year deal this week—Tampa Bay’s linebackers and safeties will be tested in coverage.

“This is where we find out what kind of team we are,” said MLB James McCallister. “You can’t blink against a team like Jacksonville.”

Watch for the Bandits’ special teams to play a role, too. Though inconsistent last week, Zenon Andrusyshyn’s booming leg can change field position quickly.

Kickoff is Saturday, August 18, on NFLN and locally in Tampa on WTBX. Tampa Bay’s grit is set to meet Jacksonville’s grind. Buckle up.

The Jacksonville Courier
Sharks Look to Defend Home Waters Against Bandits
By William Grant | Senior Sports Analyst | WJXT 4

JACKSONVILLE — It took overtime, grit, and every ounce of energy in the tank, but the Jacksonville Sharks emerged victorious last week in a 28–22 thriller over the Orlando Apollos. Now, Head Coach Gus Bradley and the Sharks prepare for a different kind of challenge—the speed and physicality of the Tampa Bay Bandits.

This Week 2 clash pits two 1–0 teams against each other in what could be a preseason statement game. The Sharks’ defense will need to be airtight against a Bandits offense that piled up 321 total yards in their Week 1 victory.

To combat Tampa Bay’s dynamic rushing attack, Jacksonville made a power move—signing LDT Joe Salave’a to a 2-year, $2.62 million deal. Alongside veteran DT Bob Tatarek and edge presence John Gordon, the Sharks’ front four looks primed to plug running lanes and pressure the pocket.

“We brought in Salave’a for games like this,” Coach Bradley said. “They want to run it right at us. We're going to meet them head-on.”

Offensively, the Sharks continue to lean on HB Ricky Lake, who fought through contact and delivered clutch plays last week. With newly acquired TE Bobby Blizzard joining the fold, expect more creative formations and short-yardage packages designed to exploit Tampa Bay’s linebackers.

QB Jim Stofa will look to stretch the field with WR Bubba Thornton, while Tony Lomax remains a steady possession option. Expect FB Jeff Davis to feature heavily in blocking schemes and red-zone sets.

Jacksonville’s secondary, anchored by CB Jerry Davis and FS Ron Coppenbarger, will face a stiff test from the Bandits’ vertical threats. Limiting big plays from WRs Willie Gillespie and Spencer Jackson could be the key to keeping the score manageable.

“Ball control and discipline,” said WLB Glen Gaspard. “That’s how we win this one.”

Kickoff is Saturday at Florida Citrus Bowl, broadcast on NFLN and on WJXT 4. The Sharks will be circling. The Bandits better be ready.

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 Tampa Bay Bandits - Pre-season Week 2 Depth Chart - 2007
Head Coach: Lovie Smith
Offense: Run 'n' Gun
Defense: 4-3
Local TV: WTBX 10 Sports (NBC)
Paper: The Gulf Coast Gazette
Reporter: Carl Watts
Reporter Personality: Watts brings a no-nonsense, tough style to his coverage of the Bandits, reflecting the tough, hard-hitting nature of Tampa Bay’s football scene. He writes with a focus on fundamentals and how the Bandits can adapt to a competitive league.

REGULAR OFFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
WR Willis Gillespie (89) Spencer Jackson (88) Eric Truvillion (84)
TE Wilford Morgon (45) Lewis Gilbert (86) Marvin Harvey (87)
LT Rufus Brown (60) Dan Fike (73) John Canei (70)
LG Larry Pfohl (72) Nate Newton (61) Chuck Pitcock (64)
C Russ Compton (62) Lee North (66)
RG Chuck Pitcock (64) Fred Dean (63) Larry Pfohl (72)
RT John Canei (70) Reggie Smith (65)
WR Larry Brodsky (82) Jim Fitzpatrick (83) Lewis Gilbert (86)
QB Nathaniel Koonce (22) Jimmy Jordan (15) John Reeves (7)
FB George Ragsdale (23) Wilford Morgon (45) Greg Boone (21)
HB Ricky Williams (44) Sam Platt (29) George Ragsdale (23) Gary Anderson (43)

BASE 4-3 DEFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
LDE Walter Carter (75) Mike Butler (77)
LDT Jordan Carstens (97) Fred Nordgren (68
RDT Ed Gantner (73) Ron Simmons (50)
RDE Alonzo Johnson (58) Mike Clark (79)
WLB Kelly Kirchbaum (51) John Benson (54)
MLB James McCallister (46) James Harrell (50)
SLB Paul Piurowski (53) Keith Clark (56)
CB Jeff George (33) Bruce Vaughn (30) Warren Hanna (20)
SS Dwayne Anderson (26) Doug Beaudoin (28)
FS Tim King (38) Zac Henderson (23)
CB Alvin Bailey (25) Roy Eppes (26)

SPECIAL TEAMS
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
K Jeff Davis (14) Zenon Anrusyshyn (9)
P Zenon Anrusyshyn (9) Jeff Davis (14)
H Jimmy Jordan (15) Nathaniel Koonce (22)
PR Ricky Williams (44) George Ragsdale (23) Jim Fitzpatrick (83) Alvin Bailey (25)
KR Ricky Williams (44) George Ragsdale (23) Jim Fitzpatrick (83) Alvin Bailey (25)
LS Dan Fike (73) Nate Newton (61) Fred Dean (63)


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 Jacksonville Sharks - Pre-Season Week 2 Depth Chart - 2007
Home Stadium: Florida Citrus Bowl
Head Coach: Gus Bradley
Offense: Balanced
Defense: 4-3
Local TV: WJXT 4 (CBS)
Paper: he Jacksonville Courier
Reporter: William Grant
Reporter Personality: Grant’s writing is straightforward and analytical, with a strong focus on strategy and tactics. His columns often explore the intersection of local culture and the Sharks’ performance, building a connection between the team and the community.

REGULAR OFFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
WR Bubba Thornton (13) Drew Buie (24) Tom Whitier (83)
TE Mike Burnop (82) Bobby Blizzard (89) Keith Krepfle (86)
LT Frank Cornish (79) Mike Haggerty (70) Tom Walker (96)
LG O. Z. White (66) Richard Cheek (67) Larry Gagner (79)
C Howard Kindig (56) Tom Johnson (53)
RG Larry Gagner (79} Eddie Foster (78) O. Z. White (66)
RT Tom Walker (96) Sam Baker (65) Frank Cornish (79)
WR Tony Lomax (81) Kerry Brown (85)
QB Jim Stofa (15) Kim Hammond (9) Kay Stephenson (10)
FB Jeff Davis (30) Wayne Jones (32) Mike Burnop (82)
HB Ricky Lake (35) Ron Lamb (44) Jeff Davis (30) Tommy Durrance (20)

BASE 4-3 DEFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
LDE Vern Vanoy (87) Ike Lassiter (77) John Gordon (64)
LDT Joe Salave'a (95 Jim Dunaway (71)
RDT Bob Tatarek (76) Art May (84)
RDE John Gordon (64) Ben Mayes (88) Vern Vanoy (87)
WLB Glen Gaspard (51) Gary Potempa (0)
MLB Johnny Mack (55) Glenn Ellison (58) Fred Abbott (60) Claude Simonton (54)
SLB Mike Mullen (52) Rich Thomann (50)
CB Jerry Davis (33) John Osborne (28) Dennis Pete (37)
SS Edgar Scott (6) Fletcher Smith (46)
FS Ron Coppenbarger (16) Mike Townsend (42) Solomon Brannan (34)
CB Alvin Wyatt (41) Solomon Brannan (34)

SPECIAL TEAMS
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
K Duane Carrell (2) Grant Guthrie (7)
P Grant Guthrie (7) Duane Carrell (2)
H Kim Hammond (9) Jim Stofa (15)
PR Ron Lamb (44) Kerry Brown (85) Drew Buie (24) Ricky Lake (35)
KR Ron Lamb (44) Kerry Brown (85) Drew Buie (24) Ricky Lake (35)
LS Mike Haggerty (70) Eddie Foster (78) Sam Baker (65)


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NFL NETWORK - NATIONAL TV BUMPER
(Visuals: Fast-cut highlights of explosive hits, dynamic runs, and big plays from both teams over dramatic lighting and slow-motion footage.)

VO (deep, energetic):
“Get ready, NFL Network fans—this Saturday, the Bandits and Sharks collide in a battle for supremacy! Tampa Bay’s Run ‘n’ Gun offense meets Jacksonville’s relentless defense in a preseason showdown that promises to ignite the gridiron!”

(Quick cuts: Ricky Williams breaking tackles, a massive hit on the defensive line, and a swirling passing play.)
VO (rising intensity):
“With every snap, every hit, and every play, ‘Let’s Fight’ is our rally cry for a game that will leave it all on the field. Don’t miss the action—live on NFL Network!”

(On-screen graphics: “Tampa Bay Bandits vs. Jacksonville Sharks | Saturday, August 18 | NFL NETWORK”)

This is Football. This is the UCFL."

WTBX 10 SPORTS (Tampa Bay) TV BUMPER
(Visuals: A montage of local fan enthusiasm, iconic Tampa Bay imagery, and high-energy plays from past Bandits games; the screen is overlaid with bold text and vibrant graphics.)

VO (confident, energetic):
“Tampa Bay—our Bandits are back and ready to unleash their power on the gridiron! After a hard-fought win, they’re coming for the Jacksonville Sharks in a showdown that brings our hometown pride to life!”

(Shots of Ricky Williams sprinting down the field, footage of coaches huddled in strategy, and a crowd roaring in unison.)
VO:
“Set your dials on WTBX 10 Sports for exclusive pre-season coverage, expert analysis, and the unyielding spirit of Tampa Bay football—where every play is a battle and every moment counts. Let’s fight!”

(On-screen graphics: “Bandits vs. Sharks | Live Saturday, August 18 | WTBX 10 Sports (NBC)”)

This is Football. This is the UCFL.

WJXT 4 (Jacksonville) TV BUMPER
(Visuals: High-octane clips from the Sharks’ recent hard-fought victory, iconic Jacksonville landmarks, and tailgate scenes, all enhanced with dynamic transitions and bold text.)

VO (assertive, resolute):
“Jacksonville—prepare to defend your turf! The Sharks return home to face the Tampa Bay Bandits in a preseason clash where determination meets pure grit.”

(Quick cuts: Jim Stofa executing a pinpoint pass, defensive stops, and fans rallying outside the Citrus Bowl.)

VO:
“Join us on WJXT 4 for our exclusive pre-season coverage. Our local crew is ready to break down the plays, bring you behind the scenes, and remind everyone: here in Jacksonville, we fight for every inch.”

(On-screen graphics: “Sharks vs. Bandits | Live Saturday, August 18 | WJXT 4 (CBS)”)

(Background music “Let’s Fight” by Snow White in the Dark surges as the logo appears.)

This is Football. This is the UCFL.

https://youtu.be/90tnLol--FY

Final Score: TBB 13 - JAX 30

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Madden NFL 08 PC v0.0 Game Log - Bandits at Sharks
Game Time: Sat Apr 12 20:00:15 2025
Skill Level: Pro
Quarter Length: 5 minute(s)

Slider                         Human   CPU
QB Accuracy                       50    50
Pass Blocking                     50    50
Receiver Catching                 50    50
Running Ability                   50    50
Offensive line Run Blocking       50    50
Defensive Awareness               50    50
Defensive line Knockdowns         50    50
Interceptions                     50    50
Defensive Break Blocks            50    50
Tackling                          50    50
Fieldgoal Length                  50    50
Fieldgoal Accuracy                50    50
Punt Length                       50    50
Punt Accuracy                     50    50
Kickoff Length                    50    50

Weather
Forecast: Windy
Wind: 2 mph
Temp: 77 degrees

Team               Q1   Q2   Q3   Q4   OT      FINAL
Bandits             0    0    0   13    0         13
Sharks              6    7   14    3    0         30

Game Statistics:                  Bandits     Sharks
First Downs                            10         10
Third Down Conversions                  1          4
Third Downs                             8          8
Third Down Percentage               12.5%      50.0%
Fourth Down Conversions                 1          0
Fourth Downs                            1          0
Fourth Down Percentage             100.0%       0.0%
Two Pt Conversions Made                 0          0
Two Pt Conversions Attempted            1          0
Two Pt Conversion Percentage         0.0%       0.0%
Offense Redzone Num                     2          5
Offense Redzone TDs                     1          3
Offense Redzone FGs                     0          1
Offense Redzone Percentage          50.0%      80.0%
Rushing Attempts                       11         19
Rushing Yards                          35         64
Rushing Average                       3.2        3.4
Rushing TDs                             0          2
Passing Yards                         149        249
Passing Completions                    14         14
Passing Attempts                       27         21
Completion Percentage               51.9%      66.7%
Passing Average                       5.5       11.9
Passing TDs                             1          2
Offensive Pass Interceptions            1          0
TOTAL OFFENSE                         184        313
Defensive Pass Interceptions            0          1
Punt Return Yards                       7          3
Kick Return Yards                      98         35
Punts                                   5          2
Punt Avg                             28.6       31.0
Fumbles                                 1          2
Fumbles Lost                            0          2
Penalties                               0          2
Penalty Yds                             0         10
Turnovers                               1          2
TIME OF POSSESSION                  08:27      11:33

Individual Stats: Sharks
PASSING                        CMP  ATT  YDS  PCT   YPA SACK   TD  INT LONG RATING
Kim Hammond                      5    7  150   71  21.4    2    1    0   57  153.3
John Stofa                       9   14  112   64   8.0    1    1    0   49  112.7

RUSHING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD  FUM
Ricky Lake                      11   57   5.1   13    1    0
Kim Hammond                      1    5   5.0    5    0    1
Wayne Jones                      1    3   3.0    3    0    0
Ron Lamb                         6   -1  -0.1    1    1    0

RECEIVING                      REC  YDS   AVG LONG   TD DROP  YAC
Bubba Thornton                   5  110  22.0   49    0    2   11
Tom Whittier                     2   65  32.5   57    1    0   22
Tony Lomax                       4   41  10.2   25    0    0    6
Kerry Brown                      1   40  40.0   40    0    0    2
Tommy Durrance                   1    4   4.0    4    0    0    0
Bobby Blizzard                   1    2   2.0    2    1    0    0
Drew Buie                        0    0   0.0    0    0    1    0

KICKING                        FGM  FGA  PCT FGSBLOCKED  XPA  XPM  PCT XPSBLOCKED KICKOFFS TOUCHBACKS
Grant Guthrie                    1    1  100          0    2    2  100          0        4          1
Duane Carrell                    0    0    0          0    2    1   50          0        2          0

PUNTING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG BLOCKS IN20 TOUCHBACKS
Duane Carrell                    1   39  39.0   39      0    0          0
Grant Guthrie                    1   23  23.0   23      0    1          0

KICK RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG   TD LONG
Kerry Brown                      1   30  30.0    0   30
Tom Whittier                     1    3   3.0    0    3
Bubba Thornton                   1    2   2.0    0    2

PUNT RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD
Kerry Brown                      1    3   3.0    3    0
Bubba Thornton                   0    0   0.0    0    0
Tom Whittier                     0    0   0.0    0    0

DEFENSE                        TOT LOSS SACK   FF FREC  YDS   TD  INT  RET   AVG DEFLECTIONS SAFETIES CTH ALLOW BIG HITS
Johnny Mack                      7    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Alvin Wyatt                      6    2    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           2        0         2        0
Ike Lassiter                     3    0    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Jerry Davis                      3    0    0    0    0    0    0    1   12  12.0           0        0         3        0
Ron Coppenbarger                 2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Mike Townsend                    2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Edgar Scott                      2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
John Osborne                     2    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         3        0
Fletcher Smith                   1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Mike Mullen                      1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Gary Potempa                     1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Glenn Ellison                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         2        0
Joe Salave'a                     1    0    1    1    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
O. Z. White                      1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Vern Vanoy                       1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Glen Gaspard                     0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0

BLOCKING                      PANCAKES SACKS ALLOWED
Eddie Foster                         5             0
Mike Haggarty                        3             0
Sam Baker                            2             1
Wayne Jones                          2             0
Tom Johnson                          2             0
Bobby Blizzard                       2             0
Mike Burnop                          2             0
Frank Cornish                        1             0
Keith Krepfle                        1             0
Tom Whittier                         1             0
Larry Gagner                         1             0


Individual Stats: Bandits
PASSING                        CMP  ATT  YDS  PCT   YPA SACK   TD  INT LONG RATING
Jimmy Jordan                     8   13   86   61   6.6    3    1    1   21   74.5
Nathaniel Koonce                 6   14   79   42   5.6    0    0    0   27   61.3

RUSHING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD  FUM
Sam Platt                        4   21   5.2   17    0    0
Ricky Williams                   7   14   2.0    8    0    0

RECEIVING                      REC  YDS   AVG LONG   TD DROP  YAC
Jim Fitzpatrick                  3   46  15.3   21    0    0    2
Willie Gillespie                 4   43  10.7   18    1    0    1
Larry Brodsky                    3   36  12.0   21    0    1    4
Lewis Gilbert                    1   27  27.0   27    0    1    0
George Ragsdale                  2   10   5.0   10    0    0    0
Eric Truvillion                  1    3   3.0    3    0    0    1
Spencer Jackson                  0    0   0.0    0    0    1    0

KICKING                        FGM  FGA  PCT FGSBLOCKED  XPA  XPM  PCT XPSBLOCKED KICKOFFS TOUCHBACKS
Jeff Davis                       0    1    0          0    0    0    0          0        1          0
Zenon Andrusyshyn                0    0    0          0    1    1  100          0        2          0

PUNTING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG BLOCKS IN20 TOUCHBACKS
Jeff Davis                       3  127  42.3   49      0    2          0
Zenon Andrusyshyn                2   16   8.0   11      0    0          0

KICK RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG   TD LONG
Ricky Williams                   1   24  24.0    0   24
Jim Fitzpatrick                  1   21  21.0    0   21
George Ragsdale                  3   53  17.6    0   24

PUNT RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD
George Ragsdale                  1    7   7.0    7    0
Ricky Williams                   0    0   0.0    0    0
Jim Fitzpatrick                  0    0   0.0    0    0

DEFENSE                        TOT LOSS SACK   FF FREC  YDS   TD  INT  RET   AVG DEFLECTIONS SAFETIES CTH ALLOW BIG HITS
Jeff George                      7    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         2        0
James Harrell                    4    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
John Benson                      3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Roy Eppes                        3    0    0    1    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         3        0
Tim King                         3    0    0    0    1    2    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Alvin Bailey                     2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         3        0
Bruce Vaughn                     2    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
James McCallister                2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Paul Piurowski                   2    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Zac Henderson                    2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Kelly Kirchbaum                  1    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Doug Beaudoin                    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Mike Butler                      1    0    1    1    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Mike Clark                       1    0    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Eric Truvillion                  1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Walter Carter                    1    0    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Keith Clark                      0    0    0    0    1    0    1    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0

BLOCKING                      PANCAKES SACKS ALLOWED
Rufus Brown                          6             0
Lee North                            4             0
George Ragsdale                      2             0
Wilford Morgan                       2             0
Nate Newton                          2             1
Larry Pfohl                          2             0
Sam Platt                            1             0
Chuck Pitcock                        1             0
Marvin Harvey                        1             0
Jim Fitzpatrick                      1             0
Fred Dean                            1             0
Dan Fike                             1             0
Reggie Smith                         0             1


Game Log Ends


UNITED CONTINENTAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE – After Action Report: Preseason Week 2, Game 9: Tampa Bay Bandits (13) at Jacksonville Sharks (30)
By Wes Callahan, American Sports Wire
Jacksonville Dominates Early, Holds Off Bandits’ Late Push in 30–13 Preseason Win

JACKSONVILLE, FL – Under breezy skies and mild spring temperatures, the Jacksonville Sharks flexed their depth and discipline in a commanding 30–13 preseason victory over the Tampa Bay Bandits. Despite a spirited fourth-quarter rally from the Bandits, Gus Bradley’s Sharks jumped out to a commanding lead early and never looked back.

Scoring Summary by Quarter
1st Quarter:
Jacksonville opened with authority. Jim Stofa orchestrated a swift four-play, 51-yard drive that ended in a 2-yard touchdown toss to tight end Bobby Blizzard. Duane Carrell pushed the PAT wide left, setting the early score at 6–0.

2nd Quarter:
Ricky Lake added to Jacksonville’s cushion with a strong 8-yard touchdown run, capping a short 39-yard drive. Carrell redeemed his earlier miss with a successful PAT to make it 13–0 heading into halftime.

3rd Quarter:
With backups rotating in for both squads, the Sharks struck twice in quick succession. Ron Lamb pounded in a 1-yard goal-line run just 14 seconds into the quarter following a Tampa Bay fumble. Then Kim Hammond uncorked a 57-yard bomb to Tom Whittier down the left sideline for another score. Grant Guthrie hit both extra points, blowing the lead open to 27–0.

4th Quarter:
Tampa Bay finally showed signs of life. Defensive end Mike Clark fell on a Sharks fumble in the end zone for the Bandits' first points of the night. Jeff Davis tacked on the PAT.

After Jacksonville added a 19-yard field goal from Guthrie, Bandits QB Jimmy Jordan engineered a solid 84-yard drive, capped by a 19-yard strike to Willis Gillespie. A two-point try failed, sealing the final tally at 30–13.

Injury Report
No major injuries were reported during the contest. Coaches from both sides kept rotations healthy and cautious, especially in the second half.

Head Coach Reactions
Gus Bradley, Jacksonville Sharks:
"We played sharp in the first half. The execution from Stofa and the defense set the tone. I was especially proud of our backups stepping in during the third quarter. Kim [Hammond] showed poise, and the line gave him a clean pocket. That's what we’re looking for in this phase—depth and discipline."

Lovie Smith, Tampa Bay Bandits:
"We didn’t bring enough in the first three quarters. The turnovers killed momentum and we left too many plays on the field. I liked what I saw in the fourth—the guys didn’t quit. Jimmy [Jordan] battled, and we forced a couple key fumbles. That’s a foundation to build from."

Statistical Leaders
Passing:
• Sharks: Kim Hammond – 5/7, 150 YDS, 1 TD, 0 INT
• Bandits: Jimmy Jordan – 8/13, 86 YDS, 1 TD, 1 INT

Rushing:
• Sharks: Ricky Lake – 11 CAR, 57 YDS, 1 TD
• Bandits: Sam Platt – 4 CAR, 21 YDS

Receiving:
• Sharks: Bubba Thornton – 5 REC, 110 YDS
• Bandits: Willis Gillespie – 4 REC, 54 YDS, 1 TD

Defense:
• Sharks: Alvin Wyatt – 6 tackles, 2 TFL, 1 sack
• Bandits: Mike Clark – 1 fumble recovery TD

Key Takeaways
• Jacksonville’s Balanced Offense: The Sharks split their attack smartly—64 rushing yards and 249 through the air—spreading the field and exposing holes in Tampa Bay’s secondary.
• Bandits’ Offensive Struggles: Tampa Bay managed only 184 total yards. With just 35 yards rushing, the Bandits’ ground game never got traction.
• Turnovers a Factor: Tampa Bay coughed up one INT, while Jacksonville lost two fumbles—both proving critical in momentum swings.
• Special Teams Shaky: A missed PAT and modest return yardage kept the Sharks from truly dominating the stat sheet.

Next Week Preview:
The Bandits stay on the road in Florida to face the Orlando Apollos (1-1) in what promises to be a physical contest. Meanwhile, Jacksonville travels to Edmonton to take on the Eskimos, riding high on the confidence of a complete team performance.
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Preseason:
Week 2
Orlando Apollos (0-1) @ Omaha Nighthawks(0-1) Thursday, August 16 (ESPN) ORL 22 - OMA 15 (Game of the Week)
Atlanta Legends (0-1) @ Toronto Argonauts (0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) ATL 37 - TOR 16
Charlotte Hornets (0-1) @ Philadelphia Bell (1-0) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) CHH 16 - PHI 14
Memphis Express (0-1) @ Boston Breakers(0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) MPH 12 - BOS 26
Winnipeg Blue Bombers (0-1) @ New York Guardians (1-0) Friday, August 17 (FOX) WPG 0 - NYG 0
Houston Roughnecks (0-1) @ Arizona Hotshots (0-1) Friday, August 17 (NFLN) HOU 3 - ARI 13
Michigan Panthers (1-0) @ Ohio Glory (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) MICH 17 - OHI 13
Shreveport Steamers (1-0) @ Hamilton Tiger-Cats (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SHR 45 - HAM 0
Tampa Bay Bandits (1-0) @ Jacksonville Sharks (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) TBB 13 - JAX 30
So. Cal Sun (0-1) @ St. Louis Battlehawks (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (CBS) SCS 26 - STL 0
Pittsburgh Maulers (1-0) @ Washington Federals (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) PIT 0 - WSH 0
Salt Lake City Stallions (0-1) @ Dallas Renegades (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SLC 0 - DAL 0
Seattle Dragons (1-0) @ Edmonton Eskimos (0-1) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) SEA 0 - EDM 0
Las Vegas Outlaws (1-0) @ San Francisco Demons (1-0) Saturday, August 18 (NFLN) LVO 0 - SF 0
New York Knights (1-0) @ Hartford Colonials (0-1) Sunday, August 19 (NBC) NYK 0 - HAR 0
Chicago Enforcers (1-0) @ Virginia Beach Destroyers Monday, August 20 (ESPN) CHI 0 - VAB 0

Anaheim Sun Times
Sun Look to Rebound in St. Louis After Week 1 Blowout
By Rachel Ford, Anaheim Sun Times
The Southern California Sun are heading into Week 2 with something to prove — and frankly, a lot to fix — after their 55-7 shellacking at home by the Seattle Dragons.

It was a sobering debut for Head Coach Mike McCoy’s squad, who now face the red-hot St. Louis Battlehawks in what already feels like a must-win game to regain momentum in a short preseason.

Quarterback Tony Adams struggled mightily, finishing 3 of 11 for just 34 yards with three interceptions. Backup Wayne Estabrook showed some spark in mop-up duty, going 4 of 5 for 83 yards and a touchdown. Don’t be surprised if Estabrook sees more reps this week — McCoy hinted in practice that “nothing’s off the table” when it comes to shaking up the offense.

The one bright spot? Receiver Terry Lindsey hauled in two catches for 51 yards, including a 39-yard touchdown. On defense, veterans like Mike Denimarck and Grady Hurst held their own despite being constantly on the field. But the front seven struggled to generate pressure, and the secondary gave up chunk plays all game.

The biggest challenge in Week 2? Stopping St. Louis’ West Coast attack led by Taylor Heinicke, who has already proven he can dice up defenses with surgical precision. The Battlehawks are coming off a nail-biting 27-24 win in Winnipeg, and their offense looks far more polished than what the Sun faced in Week 1.

“We were humbled,” said linebacker Eric Patton. “But we’ve got the chance to flip the script.”

If the Sun can establish a ground game — Alonzo Emery showed promise with 46 yards on 11 carries — and protect the football, they might hang around. But this week will be a true test of character.

Kickoff: Saturday, August 18, CBS
Prediction: Battlehawks 30, Sun 13

Gateway Gazette
Battlehawks Soar Home, Ready to Defend The Dome Against Sun
By Lori Adams, The Gateway Gazette

After a thrilling road victory in Winnipeg, the St. Louis Battlehawks return to The Dome with confidence soaring and expectations rising.

Head Coach Jay Hayes praised his team’s grit in their 27-24 victory over the Blue Bombers, calling it “the kind of win that bonds a locker room.” And now, the Battlehawks are back home to face a Southern California Sun team reeling from a 55-7 blowout loss.

Quarterback Taylor Heinicke looked comfortable in the West Coast system, spreading the ball around to receivers like Marcus Lucas and L’Damian Washington. Running back Sherman Badie added an explosive element, especially in the return game.

The defense, anchored by linebacker Ro'Derrick Hoskins and pass rusher Shaq Jones, will look to feast on a shaky Sun offensive line that allowed multiple sacks and struggled to protect Tony Adams. With Estabrook possibly seeing action, the Battlehawks’ secondary — led by Kenny Robinson and Joe Powell — will be looking to capitalize on any mistakes.

“There’s no room for mercy,” said corner Marquez White after practice this week. “This league is about showing who you are every week. We want The Dome to be a place people fear.”

The crowd will be loud, the defense will be aggressive, and St. Louis smells blood in the water. For a fanbase that waited years for a team to believe in, Saturday night could be another electric chapter in the Battlehawks’ resurgence.

Kickoff: Saturday, August 18, CBS
Prediction: Battlehawks 35, Sun 10

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 Southern California Sun - Pre-season Wk 2 Depth Chart - 2007
Head Coach: Mike McCoy
Offense: Balanced
Defense: 4-3
Local TV: KSCN 10 (ABC)
Paper: The Anaheim Sun Times
Reporter: Rachel Ford
Reporter Personality: A dynamic reporter who specializes in team analysis, Ford’s columns balance detailed stats with colorful anecdotes from the players and coaching staff. She’s the voice of reason for the Sun, offering a fair and grounded perspective.

REGULAR OFFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
WR Terry Lindsey (19) Dave Williams (80) Greg Moses (18)
TE Dick Witcher (88) Dave Szymakowski (87) Dave Parks (81)
LT John Conley (81) Paul Seiler (77) Ed Kezirian (76)
LG Younger Klippert (67) Kevin Grady (62) Mike Ryan (69)
C Bill Reid (63) Mike Evans (78)
RG Mike Ryan (69) Eddie Foster (61) Younger Klippert (67)
RT Ed Kezirian (76) Joe Carollo (71) John Conley (81)
WR Ike Harris (83) Keith Denson (22)
QB Tony Adams (11) Gary Valbuena (8) Wayne Estabrook (16)
FB Dave Szymakowski (87) Dick Witcher (88) James McAllister (42)
HB Clay Jefferies (37) Greg Herd (39) Kermit Johnson (47) Alonzo Emery (41)

BASE 4-3 DEFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
LDE John Hoffman (85) Mike Ballew (72)
LDT Bill Line (96) Charles DeJurnett (75)
RDT Neal Skarin (73) Dennis Crane (79)
RDE Carlton Oats (68) Tim Guy (82) Dave Roller (74)
WLB Ed Philpott (60) Dan Pride (52)
MLB Mike Denimarck (51) Eric Patton (58)
SLB Jim Baker (55) Ken Lee (56)
CB Gene Howard (31) Jim Bowman (26) Greg Mason (32)
SS Grady Hurst (30) Jim Bright (24) Rudy Remdond (23)
FS Durwood Keaton (20) Eric Johnson (27)
CB Jime Williams (25) Jack Conners (29)

SPECIAL TEAMS
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
K Jim Martin (6) Norm Hainlen (12)
P Norm Hainlen (12) Jim Martin (6)
H Gary Valbuena (8) Tony Adams (11)
PR Jim Bright (24) Clay Jefferies (37) Gene Howard (31) Jim Bowman (26)
KR Jim Bright (24) Clay Jefferies (37) Gene Howard (31) Jim Bowman (26)
LS Eddie Foster (61) Kevin Grady (62) Joe Carollo (71)


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 St Louis Battlehawks - Pre-Season Week 2 Depth Chart - 2007
Home Staium: The Dome
Head Coach: Jay Hayes
Offense: West Coast
Defense: 4-3
Local TV: KFOX 5 STL Sports (FOX)
Paper: The Gateway Gazette
Reporter: Lori Adams
Reporter Personality: A passionate local voice, Adams writes about the Battlehawks with an emotional connection to the city. Her columns often discuss the rise of football culture in St. Louis and how the team has reinvigorated the fanbase.

REGULAR OFFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
WR L'Damian Washington
(2) Alonzo Russel (84) Carlton Agudosi (14)
TE Gabe Holmes (86) Cole Hunt (82) Wes Saxton (83)
LT Bruno Reagan (61) Jake Payne (99) Andrew McDonald (69)
LG Dejon Allen (66) Michael Miller (64) Gerhard de Beer (79)
C Korren Kirven ((78) Brian Folkerts (67)
RG Gerhard de Beer (79) Brian Wallace (75) Jake Campos (72)
RT Matt McCants (73) Brian Fineanganofo (77) Bruno Reagan (61)
WR Marcus Lucas (85) Davon Grayson (9) Keith Mumphery (17)
QB Taylor Heinicke (6) Jordan Ta'amu (10) Nick Fitzgerald (4)
FB Cole Hunt (82) Gabe Holmes (86) Connor Davis (88)
HB Sherman Badie (32) Lenard Tillery (20) Matt Jones (24)

BASE 4-3 DEFENSE
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
LDE Shaq Jones (42) GImel President (53) Dewayne Hendrix (64)
LDT Kenderick Allen (91) DaVonte Lambert (96)
RDT Channing Ward (95) Casey Sayles (90)
RDE Dewayne Hendrix (64) Andrew Ankrah (55) Shaq Jones (42)
WLB Anthony Stubbs (52) Andrew Jackson (45)
MLB Ro'Derrrick Hoskins (56) Steve Beauharnais (58) Terence Garvin (57)
SLB Darius Hilary (41) Buster Davis (50)
CB Marquez White (27) Robert Nelson (28) Trovon Reed (37)
SS Joe Powell (44) Dexter McCoil (26)
FS Kenny Robinson (23) Will Hill (25)
CB Ryan White (22) David Rivers (29)

SPECIAL TEAMS
STARTER 2ND 3RD 4TH
K Marquette King (7) Taylor Russolino (5)
P Taylor Russolino (5) Marquette King (7)
H Jordan Ta'amu (10) Taylor Heinicke (6)
PR Sherman Badie (32) Kenny Robinson (23) Alonzo Russel (84) Marcus Lucas (85)
KR Sherman Badie (32) Kenny Robinson (23) Alonzo Russel (84) Marcus Lucas (85)
LS Andrew McDonald (69) Michael Miller (64) Jake Campos (72)


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CBS NETWORK TV BUMPER (National Audience)
Visuals: Rapid cuts of explosive plays—dazzling deep passes by the Sun, gritty, hard-hitting blocks by the Battlehawks, and passionate fan reactions in packed stadiums. The screen flashes between sunny California landscapes and the iconic Dome in St. Louis.

VO (deep and energized):
"Two teams. Two cities. One unforgettable night of football!"

"Watch the So. Cal Sun rise from the ashes of defeat and clash with the St. Louis Battlehawks—a team burning with comeback fire!"

"Get ready for every hit, every touchdown, and every electrifying moment... as the UCFL ignites on CBS!"
On-screen graphics: “So. Cal Sun vs. St. Louis Battlehawks
Saturday Night Showdown | Live on CBS”

This is Football. This is the UCFL."

KSCN 10 (ABC) – Anaheim Local TV BUMPER
Visuals: Sweeping aerial views of sunny Anaheim transitions to behind the scenes footage of the So. Cal Sun’s locker room, with quick flashes of players warming up, practice highlights, and fans rallying in local bars and stadiums.
VO (confident, energetic local tone):
"Hey, Anaheim – it’s time to reclaim our pride!"

"After a rough start, the So. Cal Sun are set to light up the field in a battle against the mighty St. Louis Battlehawks!"

"Join our local crew on KSCN 10 for exclusive pre-game insight and live action from the UCFL showdown!"

On-screen graphics:
“Sun vs. Battlehawks
Live Saturday Night on KSCN 10 (ABC)”

This is Football. This is the UCFL.

KFOX 5 STL Sports (FOX) – St. Louis Local TV BUMPER
Visuals: Bold, dynamic shots of The Dome at dusk with neon lights, passionate Battlehawks fans, and hard-hitting defensive plays from the Battlehawks. Quick cuts highlight key plays from recent games, showing the Battlehawks’ determination and physicality.

VO (assertive, rallying tone):
"St. Louis, get ready to defend your home turf!"

"The Battlehawks are back and hungry to prove why they won in Winnipeg—and tonight, they face the resurgent So. Cal Sun!"

"Experience every thunderous hit and game-changing moment live on KFOX 5 STL Sports—where the heart of football beats in St. Louis!"

On-screen graphics:
“Battlehawks vs. Sun
Live Saturday Night on KFOX 5 STL Sports (FOX)”

This is Football. This is the UCFL.

https://youtu.be/AOVjsp0u1Vw

Final Score: SCS 26 - STL 0

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 Madden NFL 08 PC v0.0 Game Log - Sun at BattleHawks
Game Time: Tue Apr 15 09:36:39 2025
Skill Level: Pro
Quarter Length: 5 minute(s)

Slider                         Human   CPU
QB Accuracy                       50    50
Pass Blocking                     50    50
Receiver Catching                 50    50
Running Ability                   50    50
Offensive line Run Blocking       50    50
Defensive Awareness               50    50
Defensive line Knockdowns         50    50
Interceptions                     50    50
Defensive Break Blocks            50    50
Tackling                          50    50
Fieldgoal Length                  50    50
Fieldgoal Accuracy                50    50
Punt Length                       50    50
Punt Accuracy                     50    50
Kickoff Length                    50    50

Weather
Forecast: Fair
Wind: 0 mph
Temp: 78 degrees

Team               Q1   Q2   Q3   Q4   OT      FINAL
Sun                 6    6    0   14    0         26
BattleHawks         0    0    0    0    0          0

Game Statistics:                      Sun BattleHawks
First Downs                            11         10
Third Down Conversions                  1          2
Third Downs                             7         12
Third Down Percentage               14.3%      16.7%
Fourth Down Conversions                 0          0
Fourth Downs                            0          3
Fourth Down Percentage               0.0%       0.0%
Two Pt Conversions Made                 0          0
Two Pt Conversions Attempted            0          0
Two Pt Conversion Percentage         0.0%       0.0%
Offense Redzone Num                     2          3
Offense Redzone TDs                     2          0
Offense Redzone FGs                     0          0
Offense Redzone Percentage         100.0%       0.0%
Rushing Attempts                       23         14
Rushing Yards                         216         54
Rushing Average                       9.4        3.9
Rushing TDs                             3          0
Passing Yards                          83        114
Passing Completions                     6         12
Passing Attempts                       20         35
Completion Percentage               30.0%      34.3%
Passing Average                       4.1        3.3
Passing TDs                             0          0
Offensive Pass Interceptions            0          3
TOTAL OFFENSE                         299        168
Defensive Pass Interceptions            3          0
Punt Return Yards                       0         12
Kick Return Yards                      19        136
Punts                                   5          5
Punt Avg                             28.2       30.0
Fumbles                                 0          0
Fumbles Lost                            0          0
Penalties                               2          1
Penalty Yds                            10         15
Turnovers                               0          3
TIME OF POSSESSION                  10:27      09:33

Individual Stats: BattleHawks
PASSING                        CMP  ATT  YDS  PCT   YPA SACK   TD  INT LONG RATING
Jordan Ta'amu                   10   26  100   38   3.8    2    0    2   24   18.1
Taylor Heinicke                  2    9   29   22   3.2    1    0    1   19    0.9

RUSHING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD  FUM
Sherman Badie                    7   30   4.2   19    0    0
Lenard Tillery                   6   12   2.0    7    0    0
Connor Davis                     1   12  12.0   12    0    0

RECEIVING                      REC  YDS   AVG LONG   TD DROP  YAC
Cole Hunt                        3   47  15.6   24    0    1   20
L'Damian Washington              2   29  14.5   19    0    0    2
Keith Mumphery                   2   19   9.5   10    0    0    1
Carlton Agudosi                  2   16   8.0   11    0    0    0
Davon Grayson                    2   10   5.0    7    0    2    1
Connor Davis                     1    8   8.0    8    0    0    1
Alonzo Russell                   0    0   0.0    0    0    1    0

KICKING                        FGM  FGA  PCT FGSBLOCKED  XPA  XPM  PCT XPSBLOCKED KICKOFFS TOUCHBACKS
Taylor Russolino                 0    0    0          0    0    0    0          0        1          0
Marquette King                   0    1    0          0    0    0    0          0        0          0

PUNTING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG BLOCKS IN20 TOUCHBACKS
Marquette King                   2   75  37.5   42      0    1          0
Taylor Russolino                 3   75  25.0   45      0    0          0

KICK RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG   TD LONG
Sherman Badie                    3   88  29.3    0   37
Kenny Robinson                   2   48  24.0    0   24

PUNT RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD
Kenny Robinson                   2   12   6.0   11    0
Sherman Badie                    0    0   0.0    0    0

DEFENSE                        TOT LOSS SACK   FF FREC  YDS   TD  INT  RET   AVG DEFLECTIONS SAFETIES CTH ALLOW BIG HITS
Joe Powell                       4    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           2        0         0        0
Steve Beauharnais                3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Dexter McCoil                    3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Marquez White                    3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           3        0         1        0
Kenny Robinson                   3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Ryan White                       2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Dewayne Hendrix                  2    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Ro'Derrick Hoskins               2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Brian Folkerts                   1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Andrew Jackson                   1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Marcus Lucas                     1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Shaq Jones                       1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Anthony Stubbs                   1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Darius Hillary                   1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Will Hill                        0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Robert Nelson                    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0

BLOCKING                      PANCAKES SACKS ALLOWED
Korren Kirven                        7             1
Michael Miller                       6             1
Brian Fineanganofo                   5             0
Bruno Reagan                         3             0
Brian Folkerts                       3             0
Cole Hunt                            3             0
Gabe Holmes                          2             0
Matt McCants                         2             0
Jake Payne                           2             1
Gerhard de Beer                      1             0
Lenard Tillery                       1             0
Brian Wallace                        1             0
Davon Grayson                        1             0


Individual Stats: Sun
PASSING                        CMP  ATT  YDS  PCT   YPA SACK   TD  INT LONG RATING
Tony Adams                       6   17   83   35   4.8    0    0    0   33   51.8
Gary Valbuena                    0    3    0    0   0.0    0    0    0    0   39.6

RUSHING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD  FUM
Greg Herd                        4   97  24.2   86    1    0
Clay Jeffries                   14   87   6.2   18    2    0
James McAlister                  3   21   7.0   11    0    0
Dave Szymakowski                 2   11   5.5    7    0    0

RECEIVING                      REC  YDS   AVG LONG   TD DROP  YAC
Alonzo Emery                     1   33  33.0   33    0    0   26
Ike Harris                       2   23  11.5   13    0    0    0
Terry Lindsey                    2   22  11.0   13    0    1    0
Dave Parks                       1    5   5.0    5    0    0    3

KICKING                        FGM  FGA  PCT FGSBLOCKED  XPA  XPM  PCT XPSBLOCKED KICKOFFS TOUCHBACKS
Norm Hainlen                     0    0    0          0    2    2  100          0        2          0
Jim Martin                       0    1    0          0    2    0    0          0        3          0

PUNTING                        ATT  YDS   AVG LONG BLOCKS IN20 TOUCHBACKS
Jim Martin                       3  110  36.6   44      0    0          0
Norm Hainlen                     2   31  15.5   23      0    0          0

KICK RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG   TD LONG
Jim Bright                       1   19  19.0    0   19

PUNT RETURNS                   ATT  YDS   AVG LONG   TD
Jim Bright                       0    0   0.0    0    0

DEFENSE                        TOT LOSS SACK   FF FREC  YDS   TD  INT  RET   AVG DEFLECTIONS SAFETIES CTH ALLOW BIG HITS
Tim Guy                          4    0    2    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Eric Patton                      4    0    0    0    0    0    0    1    2   2.0           1        0         2        0
Jim Bowman                       3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Jim Williams                     3    0    0    0    0    0    1    2   40  20.0           1        0         1        0
Mike Denimarck                   3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Durwood Keeton                   3    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         1        0
Jack Conners                     2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         2        0
Ed Philpott                      2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Carleton Oats                    2    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Dan Pride                        1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Gene Howard                      1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Ken Lee                          1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Neal Skarin                      1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Grady Hurst                      1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0
Bill Line                        1    0    1    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Jim Baker                        1    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           0        0         0        0
Mike Ballew                      0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0   0.0           1        0         0        0

BLOCKING                      PANCAKES SACKS ALLOWED
Mike Ryan                            5             0
Mike Evans                           3             0
Dave Parks                           3             0
Younger Klippert                     3             0
Kevin Grady                          3             0
Dave Williams                        2             0
Eddie Foster                         2             0
Ed Kezirian                          2             0
Dick Witcher                         2             0
Paul Seiler                          1             0
Dave Szymakowski                     1             0
Terry Lindsey                        1             0
Bill Reid                            1             0
Joe Carollo                          0             0


Game Log Ends


UNITED CONTINENTAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE – After Action Report: Preseason Week 2, So Cal Sun (26) at St Louis Battlehawks (0)
By Wes Callahan, American Sports Wire
Sun Find Their Light, Blank Battlehawks 26-0 in St. Louis
ST. LOUIS, MO — Under the warm lights of The Dome, the Southern California Sun bounced back in dramatic fashion Tuesday night, shutting out the St. Louis Battlehawks 26-0 in a dominating preseason Week 2 performance. After being thoroughly dismantled in Week 1 by Seattle, the Sun responded with toughness and precision, while St. Louis, fresh off an inspiring road win in Winnipeg, looked flat and error-prone in front of their home crowd.

Scoring Summary
1st Quarter
The Sun wasted little time shaking off last week’s humiliation. Tailback Clay Jefferies broke free for an 18-yard touchdown scamper to open the scoring. However, Jim Martin’s point-after attempt went wide left, and SoCal settled for an early 6-0 lead.

2nd Quarter
Jefferies wasn’t done. Midway through the second quarter, he tore through the left side of the Battlehawks’ front seven for a 35-yard touchdown. Martin again failed to convert the PAT, but the Sun doubled their lead heading into halftime at 12-0.

3rd Quarter
With both teams shifting to their second units, the game slowed. Misfires and missed opportunities defined a scoreless third frame. St. Louis backup QB Jordan Ta’amu struggled to find rhythm, while Sun QB Gary Valbuena went 0-for-3 in limited reps.

4th Quarter
The Sun slammed the door in the final quarter. Backup HB Greg Herd, getting his first significant touches of the preseason, sprinted for a highlight-reel 65-yard touchdown run down the sideline. Norm Hainlen nailed the extra point, pushing the score to 19-0.

Moments later, St. Louis’ troubles deepened. Ta’amu, under heavy pressure, forced a throw into double coverage that was picked off by CB Jime Williams and returned 60 yards for a pick-six. Hainlen converted again, putting the finishing touch on a thorough SoCal performance, 26-0.

Team Statistics
Category SoCal Sun STL Battlehawks
Total Yards 299 168
Rushing Yards 216 54
Passing Yards 83 114
Turnovers 0 3 (All INTs)
Time of Possession 10:27 09:33
Red Zone TDs 2/2 0/3
Third Down Conversions 1/7 2/12
Fourth Down Conversions 0/0 0/3

Key Individual Performers
Sun
• Clay Jefferies: 14 carries, 87 yards, 2 TDs
• Greg Herd: 4 carries, 97 yards, 1 TD
• Tony Adams: 6-of-17, 83 yards
• Jime Williams: 60-yard interception return for TD

Battlehawks
• Jordan Ta’amu: 10-of-26, 100 yards, 2 INTs
• Taylor Heinicke: 2-of-9, 29 yards, 1 INT
• Cole Hunt: 3 catches, 47 yards
• Sherman Badie: 7 carries, 30 yards; 3 kick returns, 88 yards

Injuries
Neither team reported any significant injuries during the contest. Both coaching staffs opted to pull several starters early in the third quarter as a precaution.

Postgame Reactions
Mike McCoy, Head Coach, SoCal Sun:
"We took last week personally. That loss to Seattle was a wake-up call. The guys responded, especially up front. We controlled the trenches and made smart plays. Clay and Greg ran hard. The defense — outstanding job holding a team like St. Louis scoreless. That doesn't happen often."

Jay Hayes, Head Coach, St. Louis Battlehawks:
"We just didn’t execute. We were outplayed and outcoached tonight. Too many missed blocks, blown assignments, and poor reads. I’m not worried long-term — this is what the preseason is for. But we’ve got a lot of film to go over before Week 3."

Rachel Ford’s Take – Anaheim Sun Times
"A tale of two teams? Not quite. The Sun we saw tonight was the one Coach McCoy envisioned when he took the job — fast, physical, opportunistic. After getting embarrassed last week, the turnaround speaks volumes about the locker room culture. Clay Jefferies deserves game ball honors, but the entire Sun defense pitched a gem. And let’s not forget Greg Herd, who may have just earned himself more carries moving forward."

With the win, the Southern California Sun (1-1) avoid a disastrous preseason slide, while the St. Louis Battlehawks (1-1) are left searching for answers before next week’s road game. The regular season looms, and only one team left the Dome Tuesday night looking ready for it.
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