SAFL 2010 Week 2 Game Schedule

(All games this week

are at the SAS turf field)

Fri Sep 17: 6:30pm (National) Raiders –vs- Chargers

Fri Sep 17: 7:30pm (National) Chargers –vs- Cougars

Fri Sep 17: 8:30pm (National) Cougars –vs- Raiders

Sat Sep 18: 8:30am (American) Longhorns –vs- Gators

Sat Sep 18: 9:30am (American) Gators –vs- Rams

Sat Sep 18: 10:30pm (American) Rams –vs- Longhorns

Sat Sep 18: 4:30pm (World) Bulldogs –vs- Vikings

Sat Sep 18: 7:30pm (World) Steelers –vs- Oilers

Week 1 volunteers Thank you!

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Sat Sep 11: 9:00am Opening Ceremonies at SAS stadium

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SAFL 2010 Season Week 1 Newsletter

Highlights

1. SAFL Opening Ceremonies

2. Game Highlights and Photos – World/National/American Leagues

3. Team Standings - All Leagues

4. Focus on Flag Football

5. Commish Corner

6. We Still Need Your Help!!

7. SACAC Announcements

8. Thoughts for the Week: Fluids For Football

9. Pictures of the Week

Opening SAFL Ceremonies 2010

The 2010 SAFL opening ceremonies commenced at 9:00am with the traditional Viking charge led by Coach Jamie Matisin. “Hey all you football fans..” rang through the stands as Gayle

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Yap’s cheerleading team ushered us all into a frenetic football momentum of hearing accolades for commissioners, coaches, team moms, supporters, and the players.

It takes a lot of volunteers and effort to pull off a winning season. And just what is “winning” defined as? Freedom. Eloquently expressed by our high school principal and guest speaker, Dr. Tim Stuart, freedom is an expression of the true American spirit played out on our football field.

On such a day as this, September 11th, Dr. Stuart reminds us of the gifts of expression and values of freedom that Americans hold in high regard. Jeff Woodard, Commissioner, followed the address with a moment of silence in memory of 911.

Other highlights of the opening ceremonies included efficiency and timing. The flag ceremony is a central piece to the opening and was conducted in Class A manner with Nick Jansen leading Boy Scout Troop 07 (Alexander Gonzalez, Connor Mayberry, Frankie Westmoreland) in the presentation of the colors. Hannah Hallenback and Sarah Mallard displayed an angelic performance of “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Sharon Yoo followed with an impressive rendition of “Majulah Singapura.” Pastor Rodney Woo led an inspirational invocation asking for protection over the players and growth of character.

The ceremonies were completed within the allotted time, and thank goodness as it was again quite steamy for early morning fan fare!

Game Highlights & Photos – World League

Oilers 46 – Bulldogs 0

The World League got off to a rousing start with a fiercely contested battle between the Oilers and the Bulldogs. The Oilers kicked off to the Bulldogs, who returned the ball to their own 35 yard line. Due to a determined Oiler defensive effort, however, the Bulldogs had to punt the ball away. Receiving for the Oilers was Garret Holt, who sprinted up the left side for 19 yards to the Bulldogs 49 yard line.

Although the Oilers advanced the ball well on the ground, a combination of penalties and stingy Bulldog defense caused the Men in Blue to punt the ball away. However, the Bulldogs fumbled the reception and Oiler Sam Wright came up with the ball. Two plays later, Robert Morris carried the ball into the Bulldogs endzone for the first Oilers score. The 2-point

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conversion was no good, and the Oilers led the Bulldogs, 6 to 0.

The next Bulldogs drive was suddenly cut short by an interception and run back made by Alex Dibiagio, who took the ball down to the Bulldogs 35 yard line. The Oilers backfield of Jake Walker, Robert Morris, and Alex Dibiagio drove the ball down close to the Bulldogs goal line, but then a fumble on the snap cut this drive short. Dan McCarvel of the Bulldogs came up with the ball and saved the Bulldogs from a possible Oiler score.

The Bulldogs went 3 incomplete passes and out on their next drive, and had to punt the ball away. Receiving for the Oilers was Garret Holt, who ran the ball all the way from his own 45 yard line down past the Bulldogs touchdown line. Jake Walker capped off the scoring with a nice run around the left side for 2 points. The score was then Oilers 14, Bulldogs 0.

The Bulldogs again took the ball, but had to punt it away after a tough Oiler defense stopped them. The 1st Quarter came to an end with the Oilers leading, 14-0. On the 1st play in the

2nd Quarter, Jake Walker ran the ball for 17 yards and an Oiler 1st down. With the ball on the Bulldog 25 yard line, Robert Morris took the handoff and ran over the left side into the Bulldog endzone for the 3rd Oiler touchdown. Morris finished the scoring drive with a 2 point conversion for a score of Oilers 22, Bulldogs 0.

The Bulldogs’ next drive fell short, and they elected to punt the ball. Oilers return man, Garret Holt, grabbed the ball on the 30 yard line and began his trek upfield. Holt broke several tackles, and assisted by some key blocks, sprinted 70 yards for his second punt-return touchdown of the day. Robert Morris added 2 more points by plowing his way past Bulldog defenders for the points after TD. The score increased to Oilers 30, Bulldogs 0.

Late in the 2nd Quarter, the Oilers punted the ball to the Bulldogs, and on the return, the ball was knocked loose and recovered by Augusta Soeryadjaya of the Oilers. This gave the Oilers good field position on the Bulldogs 35 yard line. The Bulldogs defense held firm, and the ball went over to them on downs. The 1st half of play came to a close, with the score: Oilers 30,

Bulldogs 0.

On the first drive of the 3rd Quarter, the Oilers continued to control the ground game, with several good runs including an end-around dash by Jake Walker, down to the Bulldogs 47. But the Oilers drive stopped there on some solid Bulldog defense, and the Men in Blue elected to punt.

The Bulldogs offense then started to kick in, and QB Andrew Roberts complete a pass to Nate Harris, who ran down to the Oiler 38 yard line. After being sacked twice by Oilers Robert Morris and Sung Mo Yang, Bulldogs QB Andrew Roberts hit John Roberts on a long pass deep into Oilers territory. Unfortunately for the Men in Black, this big gain was negated by a costly holding penalty. The Bulldogs drive was then stopped altogether when they fumbled and the Oilers Augusta Soeryadjaya recovered the ball on the Bulldogs 35 yard line.

The Oilers then put their running game back in gear with a 27 run around the right side by

Robert Morris. Jake Walker drove down to the Bulldog 2 yard line. On the very next play, Walker put the ball over the line for another Oiler TD. To cap off the scoring, Robert Morris added 2 more with his conversion after touchdown. The score increased to 38-0, Oilers.

The Bulldogs received the ball back, but soon coughed it up on a fumble. Beng Hyun Gu of the Oilers came up with the ball at the Bulldog 36 yard line. The Oilers backfield wasted no time taking advantage of this opportunity – Jake Walker ran the ball down to the Bulldog’s 20 yard line, and then Robert Morris took it to the 1 yard line, just shy of the goal line. Jake Walker punched the ball in for the next Oilers score, and also added the 2-pt. conversion. This widened the gap to 46-0, Oilers.

The Bulldogs went 3 and out, and turned the ball over to the Oilers on downs. The 3rd Quarter wound down with the score Oilers 46, Bulldogs 0.

Compared to the 1st 3 quarters, the 4th Quarter was relatively uneventful, with both sides putting in strong defensive performances. There was no further scoring, and the final score remained: Oilers 46, Bulldogs 0.

Steelers 24 – Vikings 6

In this 2nd epic World League battle of the evening, the Vikings kicked off to the Steelers, who returned the ball to their own 42 yard line. On the 1st set of downs, the Steelers Hayes Kimball slipped through the Vikings nets and sprinted down the left side to the Vikings’ 27 yard line. Unfortunately for the Men in Yellow, their drive stopped when they failed to get a first down.

The Vikings now went on the offensive. Although they tried both running and aerial attacks, neither were successful and they were forced to punt. The Steelers then took over on the Vikings 38 yard line. Hayes Kimball and Jeffrey Scott took turns carrying the ball for the Steelers, and continued to push deeper into Viking territory. Finally, Hayes Kimball capped off the drive and scored the 1st touchdown of the game. The Point After Touchdown was no good, and the score was Steelers 6, Vikings 0

On the ensuing kickoff, the ball was downed at the Vikings 1-foot line, and play began from that point. The Vikings were able to move the ball away from their goal line, but could not sustain a drive and punted the ball. The Steelers returned and carried the ball to the Vikings 30 yard line.

The Steelers attempted to pass, but Christopher Peng got to the QB and deflected the pass. Chris Hampton of the Vikings came down with the interception, and gave possession back to the Men in White. However, nothing doing on offense and again, the Vikings were forced to punt away. The Steelers took possession near their own 25, and the clock wound down on Quarter 1 with a score of 6-0, Steelers.

At the start of the 2nd Quarter, the Steelers were not able to move the ball in the face of a determined Viking defense, so were forced to punt. The ball rolled dead at the Vikings 37 yard line. The Vikings in turn could not move the ball forward, so punted. During this punt, Jeffrey Scott of the Steelers blocked the kick, and Eric Vantilberg fell on the ball to ensure it was down. The Steelers had great field position on the Vikings 21 yard line.

On the next play from scrimmage, Hayes Kimball ran up the middle for a big gain. This run plus a penalty on the Vikings, put the Steelers near the Vikings goal line. On the next play, the QB Matt Fay, kept the ball and punched into the endzone for another Steelers score. The PAT was no good, and the score became 12-0, Steelers.

The ensuing kick put the Vikings inside their own 10 yard line. Despite several pass attempts, the Vikings were forced to punt, putting the ball back on the Steelers 48 yard line. The Steelers mounted a ground attack with several sizable runs which took the ball down deep into Vikings territory. The Steelers tried a field goal, which failed, but the Vikings received a personal foul. As a result, it was 1st and 10 again for the Steelers.

Despite the reprieve, the Steelers could not capitalize on the opportunity, and turned the ball over on downs. The 1st half became history, with the score being Steelers 12, Vikings 0.

The 2nd half started with the Steelers kicking off to the Vikings. The return brought the ball to the Viking 20, and the next set of offensive downs did not advance the ball much further. The Vikings punted and the Steeler offense went to work on the Viking 40 yard line. However, this drive was short-lived due to a Viking interception by Richard Vargo, who brought the ball back to his own 40.

But, payback was just around the corner – Jared Leow of the Steelers intercepted a Viking pass at his 35 yard line, giving ball control back to the Steelers. Hayes Kimball collected about 10 yards on two runs, and then Matt Fay connected with Jeffry Smith on a 20 yard passing strike to the Vikings 35 yard line. Following this long pass to Smith, QB Fay connected once again on a long pass, this time to Hayes Kimball, who took the ball down to the 20 yard line. Hayes Kimball continued his quest for a touchdown by breaking tackles and running to the Viking 8 and a first down. After a QB keeper to the 2 yard line, Kimball again

got the ball and crashed into the endzone for another Steeler score. The 2-point conversion failed, and the score became 18 to 0, Steelers.

Late in the 3rd Quarter, the Vikings again punted and the Steelers took over on their 28 yard line. The Viking defense stiffened and the Steelers were forced to punt. The punt was partially blocked and the Vikings took over on the Steeler 37 yard line. The 3rd quarter ended with Viking QB Tyler Creasman running the ball down to the Steeler 28 before being stopped.

The Viking drive continued as the 4th Quarter commenced. The Vikings received a break on a pass interference call against the Steelers, which took the ball to the Steelers 11. A couple of plays later, Joshua Dawe punched through the Steeler line and scored the Vikings 1st TD. The 2-point conversion was no good, but the score level a bit at 18-6, Steelers.

The Steelers next drive was short-lived, and the Vikings got the ball back after a punt to the Vikings 33 yard line. But, their drive also did not live long with 3 incomplete passes, and the

Men in White had to punt. The Steelers started again on their 36 yard line. Hayes Kimball of the Steelers made a 10 yard run up the middle to the Steeler 47. The Yellow Men kept pounding away, with a Jeffrey Scott run to the Viking 45. The drive eventually stalled, and the Steelers punted away.

On the Vikings next set of downs, they again passed, but this time, the Steelers Matthew Conklin was ready for them. Conklin intercepted the Viking pass and ran it down to the Viking 1 yard line. Hayes Kimball got the call again, and ran the ball in from 1 yard out, adding to the Steelers lead. The PAT was no good, but the scoring gap widened to 24-6, Steelers.

As the game was starting to wind down, the Vikings Richard Vargo added some more excitement by making a long run down to the Steelers 16 yard line. Neil Smith of the Vikings continued to drive towards the Steelers goal line with a run to the 1. Unfortunately for the Vikings, they were not able to capitalize on the previous strong running, and turned over possession to the Steelers. The Steelers ran out the clock, and collected a hard-fought victory against a very tough Vikings team. The final score: Steelers 24, Vikings 6.

Game Highlights & Photos – National League

Raiders 20 – Cougars 8

The very first kickoff of the 2010 season was made by the National League Cougars to the receiving Raiders. Daniel Brundage of the Raiders made a good return, but had the ball stripped by the Cougars Jack Ward and recovered by Stephen Faris. The Cougars took over on their 47 yard line.

The Cougars could not advance the ball, and on the 4th down punt, the Raiders Eliot Sperling blocked the kick, picked up the loose ball, and took it into the Cougar endzone for the first Raider score of the game. Sperling then capped his touchdown with another 2 points on the successful conversion. Raiders 8, Cougars 0.

Following the ensuing kickoff and a holding penalty, the Cougars took over on their 21 yard line. The Raiders defense held tough, and the Cougs were forced to punt the ball away. The return brought the Raiders down deep in Cougars territory. Jack Albanese and Eliot Sperling both made solid runs around the right side to bring the Raiders within striking distance of the

Cougar goal line. Sperling finished off the drive with a short run to the endzone for the next Raider score. The 2 point conversion was no good, and the score widened to 14-0, Raiders.

On the Cougars next possession, Brett Bertamini ran left, evaded tacklers and took the ball down to the Raider 25 yard line. This was a 20+ yard gain. Unfortunately for the Red Men, they could not capitalize on this big run and had to turn the ball over on downs. With the ball deep in Raider territory, the 1st Quarter came to an end with a score of Raiders 14, Cougars 0.

On the 1st play in the 2nd Quarter, Raider Jack Albanese broke a big one and ran from his own 25 yard line to the Cougar 30 yard line, thus giving his team excellent field position. This time, however, the Cougars put up a stiff defense and took back the ball on downs. But, the Raiders returned the favor and forced the Cougars to punt the ball away. Raider ball again.

Two plays into the Raider drive, Daniel Brundage ran around the left side of the Cougars

defense all the way into their endzone for Raider score #3. The points after touchdown were no good, so the score increased to 20-0, Raiders.

On the ensuing kickoff, the Raiders recovered an on-side kick and once again took possession. After being stopped for two plays, Raider Jack Albanese took the ball straight up the right sideline to the Cougar 35 yard line. The Raiders could go no further and turned the ball over to the Cougars near mid-field.

On the next Cougar drive, Brett Bertamini ran the ball 20 yards into Raider territory before stepping out of bounds. Nick Holl of the Cougars finished the Red Men’s drive by running 28 yards into the Raider endzone for their first score of the season. Holl finished the job by converting the 2 points. Raiders 20-Cougars 8. The game clock ran down to zero and the score finished with the Raiders winning 20 to 8 over the Cougars.

Chargers 24 – Raiders 8

In the 2nd game of the National League series, the Raiders kicked off to the Chargers, who brought the ball back to the 44 yard line. On the 2nd play of the Chargers drive, the ball was fumbled and then recovered by Jack Albanese. Raider ball.

On the ensuing Raiders drive, however, Chargers Bas Sock stripped the ball from the running back, and the loose ball was picked up by Stuart Baker, this giving possession back to the Chargers.

The Chargers mounted a drive of their own, and on 2 quarterback keepers, Jack Devins made his way down to the Raiders 25 yard line. But the Chargers drive was suddenly stopped with a fumble recovery by Raider Jack Albanese. Under a blistering Chargers defense, however, the Raiders had to punt the ball away, and the Chargers took over on the Raiders 30 yard line.

The Chargers wasted no time on offense, and on a 20 yard run, Andrew Taylor dashed into the Raider endzone for the first score of the game. The 2-point conversion was made good by Ryan Pond, thus making the score Chargers 8, Raiders 0.

The Raiders took over after the kickoff, and quickly sprung Jack Albanese up the middle for a 17 yard gain to the Chargers 45 yard line. But after this good run, the Chargers defense stiffened and pushed the Raiders back. The Chargers took possession of the ball on their own 46. After a couple of long runs, the Chargers luck ran out and they fumbled near mid-field. Daniel Brundage of the Raiders recovered, and the 1st Quarter ended with a score of Chargers 8, and Raiders 0.

On the 1st drive of the 2nd Quarter, the Raiders started with the ball, but had to punt it away. Charger Andrew Taylor took the ball on his 45 yard line and sprinted all the way along the left sideline into the Raider endzone for the Chargers 2nd touchdown. Ryan Pond converted the 2 points, and the score increased to 16-0, Chargers.

Other than a long run by Jack Albanese, the Raiders next drive stalled, and the Chargers took over on downs. Substantial runs by Chargers Pond, Taylor, and QB Devins gave the Chargers excellent field position on the Raiders 10 yard line. The Chargers 3rd touchdown was executed by Ryan Pond from 10 yards out. Andrew Taylor capped of the scoring drive with 2 more points, making the score a lop-sided 24 to 0, Chargers.

Starting deep in their own territory, the Raiders looked stopped until Daniel Brundage broke free around the left side and sprinted over 75 yard for the Raiders 1st score of the game. Jack Albanese of the Grey Men converted the points after, and the score evened a bit at 24-8. But this was all that either side could produce, and the final score was Chargers 24, Raiders 8.

Chargers 20 – Cougars 6

The 3rd game in the series began with the Cougars kicking off to the Chargers, who took the ball at about the 50 yard line. The Chargers mounted a determined running attack including a 16 yard run by Andrew Taylor, which brought the ball down near the Cougars goal line. On the next play, Cameron Creasman ran the remaining 4 yards for the 1st Charger TD of the game. The 2-pt conversion was no good, and the Chargers took the lead 6 to 0.

On the ensuing kickoff, Tom Kim of the Cougars danced his way from his own 30 yard line to the Chargers 45 yard line before being stopped. The Cougars could not mount a ground attack, so went to the air. Unfortunately, the Cougar pass was intercepted by Charger Jack Devins, who returned the ball to the Cougar 42.

On the very next play from scrimmage, the Chargers fumbled the snap and Justin Hunt of the Cougars fell on the ball. Although the Cougars had the ball, a stubborn Chargers defense prevented any forward movement. The ball went over to the Chargers on downs. After a failed set of offensive downs, the Chargers returned the ball to the Cougs, and the 1st Quarter ended with a score of Chargers 6, Cougars 0.

The Cougars started 2nd Quarter play with possession, but had to punt on 4th down. The Chargers brought the ball down to the Red Men’s 35 yard line. Two plays later, Cameron Creasman trundled into the endzone from 30 yards out, making the score 12 to 0, Chargers.

On the Cougars next possession, they had a high snap and the ball soared over the quarterback’s head. Thomas Hewitt of the Chargers was there to make the recovery, and the Men in White now had excellent field position on the Cougar’s 20 yard line.

From the 20 yard line, the Chargers made quick work of their next touchdown. Bas Sock ran the ball in from the 20, the score becoming 18 to 0. The 2-point conversion was made by Ryan Pond, and the gap widened to 20-0 Chargers.

But the Cougars were not done, and now it was their turn to draw some blood. Tom Kim took the ball from mid-field down to the Chargers 5 yard line behind some excellent blocking. After a couple of tough goal line stands, the Cougars finally punched it in with a powerful run by Brett Bertamini. Despite a valiant attempt, the 2-pt conversion fell short, but the gap narrowed to Chargers 20, Cougars 6.

On the Chargers next possession, they steadily pushed the Cougars back deeper and deeper into their own territory, until Ryan Pond ran the ball down to the Coug’s half-yard line. With good sportsmanship in mind, the Chargers took a knee and let the clock run out. The final score: Chargers 20, Cougars 6.

Game Highlights & Photos – American League

Longhorns 28 – Rams 12

The Longhorns and Rams started off the 2010 season with a Longhorn kick to the receiving Rams. The ball was taken by Jay You, who advanced the ball to almost the 30 yard line. After a couple of runs up the middle, the Rams Nick Cione pitched the ball to Brian Yen, who dashed around the left side of the Longhorns defense, and ran 45 yards for the Rams first score. The 2-point conversion attempt failed, and the score was Rams 6, Longhorns 0.

On the ensuing kickoff, Bradley Park of the Longhorns brought the ball back to their own 34 yard line. On the 2nd play of the Longhorn drive, Daelan Denenberg took the ball over 40 yards for the first Longhorn score. The 2-point conversion was made good by Bradley Park, who ran around the right side. The score now swung in favor of the Longhorns, 8 to 6.

On the next kickoff, the Rams received the ball, but lost it to the Longhorns on a fumble recovery by Daelan Denenberg. Longhorns ball on the Rams 30 yard line. Bradley Park then

carried the ball to the Rams 19 yard line for a Longhorns 1st down. The Longhorns continued to test the Rams defense on a long sweep on the left side by Denenberg, who brought the ball all the way down to the Longhorns 2 yard line. It wasn’t long before Bradley Park scored from 1 yard out to make the score Longhorns 14, Rams 6.

The Rams started their next drive on their own 21 yard line, but could not advance the ball in the face of a stubborn Longhorns defense. The Rams punted the ball away and Daelan Denenberg ran the ball all the way from the Longhorns 25 yard line down to the Rams 2 yard line. Park of the Longhorns punched the ball the remaining yards into the endzone, making the score 20 to 6, Longhorns. Bradley Park finished the job by converting the 2 points, and the score was Longhorns 22, Rams 6.

Jay You of the Rams made a nice kickoff return of 20 yards to the Longhorns 35 yard line. Following this return, Nick Cione made a nice run of his own all the way down to the Longhorns 18 yard line. The quarter ended with Jonathan Picard of the Longhorns sacking

the Rams QB back to the 23 yard line. The score at the end of the 1st Quarter: Longhorns 22, Rams 6.

The 2nd Quarter started with the Rams continuing to advance the ball towards the Longhorns goal line. Nick Cione ran the ball down to the Longhorns 5 yard line. A short time later, Cione and You teamed up for the 2nd Ram touchdown, making the score 22 to 12, Longhorns.

But the Longhorns were not to be denied, and Daelan Denenberg ran back the kickoff all the way from the Longhorns 15 into the Rams endzone. The score widened to 28-12, Longhorns.

The Rams struggled a bit on the next offensive drive, until Ryan Thomas broke one for about 1yards. However, this was not enough, and the Rams turned the ball over to the Longhorns ondowns. It was then the Longhorns turn to stall on offense, and they had to punt the ball awayBrian Yen received the ball and returned it 10 yards to the Longhorns 35 yard line. But this drwas stopped short on an interception by Andrew Sabol of the Longhorns. This brought the gamto an end with the Longhorns victorious over the Rams by a score of 28 to 12.

Gators 8 – Longhorns 6

Game #2 of the American League season pitted the Gators kicking off to the Longhorns. Bradley Park received for the Orangemen, and returned the ball to midfield. But, the Longhorns 1st drive was short-lived due to a fumble recovery by the Gators’ Kyle Froemke.

The Gators went to work moving the ball, and made a 1st down on a run by William Dibiagio to the Longhorns 29 yard line. But, there was a holding penalty on the play, which negated the gain and moved the ball back to the Gators 34 yard line. The Gators had to punt the ball away, and the Longhorns took over on their own 26 yard line.

However, the Longhorns could not drive the ball and it was their turn to punt. Then Finn Sykes of the Men in Blue returned the ball all the way from his 35 yard line down to the

Longhorns 15, giving the Gators excellent field position. On the next play, William Dibiagio ran the ball in for a score behind some terrific blocking. This made the score: Gators 6, Longhorns 0.

On the next drive by the Longhorns, good runs were made by Miller Williams and William Hewitt, but this drive was cut short by a fumble recovered by the Gators Sterling Kassela. Gavin Hall of the Gators then swept the ball around the right side for a nice gain to the 35 yard line. Again, however, the tables turned on a fumble recovery by the Longhorns Miller Williams.

It was now the Longhorns turn to take back some yardage. William Hewitt ran the ball around the right side all the way down to the Gators 23 yard line. This ended the 1st Quarter of play with a score of 6 to 0, Gators.

On the 1st play of the 2nd Quarter, William Hewitt ran the ball for about 25 yards down to the

Gators 5 yard line. 1st and Goal. In a true goal-line defense, the Gators put up fierce resistance and forced the Longhorns to give up the ball on downs.

Then it was the Longhorns turn to show how tough their defense could be. They held the Gators, who where forced to punt away the ball. Amazing defensive displays by both Orange and Blue Squads!

But in this evenly matched see-saw battle, the Longhorns struck next. Daelan Denenberg took the ball from the 40 yard line and raced past defenders into the Gators enzone. The score now evened at 6 all.

The Gators next started with the ball on their own 20, and it didn’t take them long to show their offensive strength. Finn Sykes took the handoff, broke tackles, and dashed for 50 big yards all the way down to the Longhorns 10 yard line. Unfortunately for the Gators, the Longhorns defense once again stood tall, and the Men in Blue were forced to turn the ball

over.

But the dangers of starting play near your own goal line became evident when Matthew Meehan of the Gators sacked the Longhorns QB in the enzone, thus awarding the Gators with a 2 point safety. The score went to Gators 8, Longhorns 6. As time ran out on this extremely hard-fought game, the Gators emerged victorious with a final score of 8 to 6 over the Longhorns.

Gators 22 – Rams 14

Game #3 of the American League started with the Gators Kyle Froemke taking the ball on his 22 yard line, and working his way up to mid-field. On the next play from scrimmage, William Dibiagio ran through the Rams defense and scored the Gators first touchdown. Finn Sykes ran the ball in for the 2-point conversion, and the score became Gators 8, Rams 0.

On their next possession, the Rams could not advance the ball, and turned it over on downs. On the very 1st play of the Gators possession, Dibiagio ploughed the ball down deep into Rams territory, all the way to the 6 yard line. On one of the only passes of the day, Kyle Froemke connected with William Dibiagio for a touchdown strike, and the Gators 2nd touchdown against the Rams. In a show of brute strength, Carter Ware took the handoff on the 2-point conversion, and brought some Rams defenders with him into the enzone. The score was now 16 to 0, Gators.

At the start of the Gators next drive, Matt Jones demonstrated some nifty spin moves which bought him some extra yardage down to the Rams 30 yard line. After a costly Rams penalty, Gavin Hall ran the ball around the left side into the enzone for an apparent Gators score.

However, this touchdown was called back due to a penalty on the Gators. The Gators could not prevail on this drive and turned the ball over on downs.

Neither could the Rams do anything offensively, so they in turn gave up the ball deep in their own territory. However, their fortunes changed when Collin Pond intercepted a Gators pass and returned the ball to the Rams.

After another change of possession from Rams to Gators, William Dibiagio ran the ball down to the Rams 7 yard line. On a quarterback keep, Kyle Froemke added to the Gators score with a plunge into the enzone on the right side. The Gators tried a drop kick for the conversion, but it was no good. The score: Gators 22, Rams 8.

As time was winding down, the Rams tried several passes, but all fell incomplete. Then, Nick Cione gave the Rams fans something to cheer about with a broken-field run into the Gator enzone. The 2-point conversion was no good, and the final score was 22 to 14, Gators over the Rams.

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Focus on SAFL Flag Football!!

Flag Football Parents - The Flag Football Season is into its 3rd Week and the Teams are doing great! Thanks for all of those parents and players who attended the Singapore American Football League Opening on Saturday, 11 September; it was a great turn out and the addition of your sons to the event made it all that more special.

Games are now in session every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:15 to 4:15 pm; parents are encouraged to come out and cheer on your favorite team! I would also like to encourage the parents to bring your sons out to the American, National and World League Football Games throughout the season. Exposing your son to these games will hopefully inspire him to continue to build upon the foundation of skills he will learn this season.

Look for photos and Flag Football Game highlights in future additions of the SAFL Newsletter!!

- Flag Football Commissioner Mike Little

Commissioner’s Corner

We're off to a strong start! From Friday night through Saturday night last week, SAS witnessed the full force of the SAFL, complete with a warm Opening Ceremony, cheerleaders, Boy Scouts, hot dogs and hamburgers, and 8 hard-fought games. We have about 240 young men involved in the SAFL this year, from every age group. Look for more action starting this Friday, Sept 17.

It takes a great deal of effort to pull together this League; thanks to all the people who are helping out. We are out to disprove the 80:20 rule! If you haven't stepped up to volunteer, please do so now. We have some slots on the field, in the announcer's booth, and behind the scenes. Get involved, and get to know some great parents and players.

- Jeff Woodard, SAFL Commissioner

We Still Need Your Help!!

Dear SAFL Families – As Jeff discussed above, the league is off to a strong start with some really exciting and hard-hitting action!! To ensure smooth operations for our young men, we very much need your volunteer help on several critical tasks. Please see our “needs” listed below:

1. For the SAFL Newsletter – We need Sportswriters for the American and World Leagues, and Photographers for all games (upload photos to SAFL Facebook). This is a critical need for the Newsletter to continue! Contact Fred Gomez at: gomez.fred@gmail.com, or Phil Morris at: philip.morris@boeing.com

2. For Referees – We need two more Refs for the National League. If you volunteer, we will provide you training. Contact Karl Kimbal at: karl.kimball@src.com.sg

3. For Chain Gang – We need two chain gang volunteers for the American League and three chain gangers for the National League. We also need two chain gang personnel for the upcoming Viking-Bulldog game on 18 September. Contact Karl at: karl.kimball@src.com.sg

4. For World League Booth Staff – A Backup Announcer, a Spotter, a DJ, and a Backup

Scorekeeper. Contact James Creasman at: james@crms.org.sg

5. For American League Booth Staff – Two backup Booth Staff to fill in as needed (already have Gator/Rams volunteers – would like two Longhorns volunteers). Contact Teresa Padget at: padgett@pacific.net.sg

Your volunteer support is so critically important to the success our boys find on the field. Please volunteer today….do it for them.

- Phil Morris, Director of Football Operations

Important Announcement from SACAC

Week 2 Football Schedule:

Please note the following game schedule for Week 2 of the 2010 SAFL Season:

National League: Friday, 17 September

Raiders v Chargers - 6:30 pm, at the SAS Turf Field

Chargers v Cougars – 7:30 pm (Following Raiders/Chargers game)

Cougars v Raiders – 8:30 pm (Following Chargers/Cougars game)

American League: Saturday, 18 September

Longhorns v Gators - 8:30 am, at the SAS Turf Field

Gators v Rams – 9:30 am (Following Longhorns/Gators game)

Rams v Longhorns – 10:30 am (Following Gators/Rams game)

World League: Saturday, 18 September

Vikings v Bulldogs - 4:30 pm, at the SAS Turf Field (Note: New Time!)

Steelers v Oilers – 7:30 pm, at the SAS Turf Field (Note: New Time!)

Preparations for Asia Bowl in Korea:

Attention World League Parents! The Asia Bowl trip to Korea will be 21-24 October. The Falcons will play both a JV and a Varsity game against the Seoul American High School.

If your son is planning to attend, please turn in your forms to SACAC by 21 Sept. Any questions? Can't find your forms? Please e-mail Kellie at meehankkb@aol.com.

GO FALCONS!

Thoughts for the Week: Fluids For Football

To maximize performance, football players must train their bodies for speed, power, and strength — and their minds for focus. To train and compete successfully, athletes must also keep their bodies well fueled with the right fluids.

Fluids: Staying Hydrated

Water is a key component of the working body, making up 60 to 65 percent of total body weight.

1. If athletes lose too much fluid in sweat without replacing what they’ve lost in both fluids and important electrolytes (like sodium and potassium), they risk becoming dehydrated.

2. Dehydration can diminish energy and impair performance. Even a 2-percent loss of body weight through sweat (i.e., 3 pounds for a 150-pound player) can put athletes at a disadvantage. Some football players, however, lose more than a gallon of sweat during a practice, game, event or workout, especially in hot weather.

How to Maintain Peak Performance

Football players, especially those who train exceptionally hard during 2-a-days and generate extra heat from wearing heavy uniforms and equipment, can stay hydrated by:

1. Remember fluids throughout the day. This may be as simple as grabbing a sports drink first thing in the morning, then using fountains, coolers, and cafeteria beverages as triggers for drinking throughout the day.

2. Hydrate 2 to 3 hours before practices, games, and events. Athletes should aim for at least 16 ounces (2 cups) of fluid at this time and an additional 8 ounces (1 cup) 10 to 20 minutes prior to getting on the field.

3. Drink at regular intervals (15-20 minutes) during workouts or games. Sports drinks can help ward off dehydration and muscle cramping because they help replenish electrolytes (i.e., sodium and potassium) lost in sweat without overdrinking.

(written by Susan Kundrat, M.S., R.D., L.D., an expert in sports nutrition. This article can be reproduced for educational purposes to distribute to athletes, students, and parents)

Pictures of the Week

(Please send us your interesting photos, both on the field and off!!) 

 

 

 

 

 

Do we really wonder why boys like to play football….. 

 

 

 

Useful links

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http://www.sacac.com/

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Phone: +65 6363-6454