Post by Nevadanut on May 1, 2024 18:45:57 GMT -8
Frisco Fighters at San Antonio Gunslingers
What: The Fighters and Gunslingers clash in round 2 of The Texas Tussle.
When: Saturday, May 4 at 4:05 p.m. PDT (6:05 p.m. CDT).
Where: Freeman Coliseum; San Antonio, Texas.
Video Stream Options: IFL Youtube Channel. Caffeine TV IFL.
2024 Head to Head: April 26 - Gunslingers 54, Fighters (H) 52. June 29 - Fighters at Gunslingers.
Overall Head to Head: Gunslingers lead 1-0 (0-0 home, 1-0 road).
SCtoC Logo: Created by David
The Fighters are 4-1 overall and 1-0 on the road. The Gunslingers are 2-3 overall and 1-1 at home. These teams met in week 7 at Frisco with the Gunslingers coming out with a thrilling 54-52 win on April 26.
Frisco Fighters
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Fighters defensive lineman Jakharious Smith. (Photo courtesy Frisco Fighters)
2024 ROSTER
# - name (pos)
0 - Koby Perry (DB)
1 - Spencer Tears (WR)
2 - Larry Harrington (QB)
3 - Jimmy Smith (RB)
4 - TJ Edwards (QB)
7 - Lionell McConnell (WR)
8 - Solomon Wise (DL)
9 - Devon McCoy (WR)
10 - Cole Blackmon (WR)
11 - Charles Williams (DL)
12 - Norris Wrenn (DB)
15 - Kentrelle Pierce (DB)
17 - Jeff Ejekam (DB)
19 - Bryce Crawford (K)
21 - Ethan Caselberry (DB)
22 - Martez Carter (RB)
24 - Royce See (LB)
50 - Tyran Hunt (OL)
51 - Jakharious Smith (DL)
55 - Henry Mitchell III (OL)
65 - Damien Love (OL)
70 - Noah Johnson (OL)
77 - Richard Ramirez (OL)
99 - Caleb Thomas (DL)
N/A - Phazione McClurge (WR)
Coaching Staff
Andre Coles - Head Coach
Bill Serna - Special Teams
Bobby Bounds - Offensive Assistant
Snoop Blackmon - Co-Defensive Coordinator/Defensive Backs
Malcolm Goines - Co-Defensive Coordinator/Defensive Line
Joey Barnard - Director of Football Operations
Jackie Fisher - Athletic Trainer
BREAKDOWN
Despite last week’s loss to the Gunslingers, Frisco has set itself up as the team to beat in the Eastern Conference (though the Massachusetts Pirates and Green Bay Blizzard might have something to say about that). The Fighters are in the IFL top five in points scored and points allowed. That makes for a potent combination on both sides of the ball. Their two-point loss to the Gunslingers last week comes just six days after a 28-point win at the Tulsa Oilers in week 6. They’ll be looking for revenge in this one against their new neighbors from south Texas. TJ Edwards is always a MVP candidate with his 69 percent completion rate with 10 touchdowns and two interceptions. His 105.4 yards per game is only an indication of the team’s aggressive ground attack. Edwards’ 58.8 yards per game is fifth in the league and he leads the IFL with 18 rushing touchdowns. Jimmy Smith can pick up some slack in the running game with 3.6 yards per carry and two touchdowns. Devon McCoy has emerged as the lead receiver for the team with 48.4 receiving yards per game to go with four touchdowns. Cole Blackman is a solid target with nearly 31 yards per game and five scoring grabs. Defensively, it’s a team effort led by the 21.5 tackles of Ethan Caselberry and 19 of Royce See. Lionel McConnell is tied for the IFL lead with four interceptions and Charles Williams has recorded a pair of sacks. Recently signed kicker Brad Namdar averaged 42 yards per kickoff last week. The Fighters average 49.2 points per game (third) and allow 38.6 (fifth).
Roster information is compiled by SCtoC staff, based on all available and verifiable information. The IFL does not list its official transactions for the 2024 season. The above rosters are subject to change and is presented here merely as a basic guide for following the game. Statistical leaders list only active players as of the compilation of this preview.
San Antonio Gunslingers
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Gunslingers defensive back Tramon Wiley. (Photo courtesy Frisco Fighters)
2024 ROSTER
# - name (pos)
2 - S'vante Davenport (DB)
3 - Sam Castronova (QB)
5 - Kali Rashaad (WR/DB)
6 - Malcolm Washington (DB)
7 - Gio Vonne Sanders (LB/DB)
8 - NyQuan Murray (WR)
9 - Keeath Magee (LB)
10 - Keyshawn Harper (RB)
11 - Tramon Wiley (DB)
13 - CJ Jones (RB)
14 - Austin Upshaw (WR)
15 - Donald "DJ" Myers (WR)
16 - E'mond Caldwell (QB)
17 - Jac Pappillion
18 - TC Stevens (K)
31 - Tristen Vance (LB)
40 - Austin Collier (DL)
42 - Robert Fuentes (DL)
43 - Ricky Wyatt (LB)
55 - Miquail Harvey (OL)
58 - Kwan Stallworth (OL)
65 - Isaiah Hardy (OL)
72 - Cornelius Lewis (OL)
78 - LaColby Tucker (OL)
90 - Harold Love (DL)
97 - Shomari Wallace (DL)
99 - Nicholas "Akeem" Smith (DL)
N/A - Jeremiah Caine (DL)
N/A - William Daniels (RB)
N/A - Clifton Duck (DB)
N/A - Khalil Finley (DB)
N/A - Dante Eldridge (OL)
N/A - Vincent Gregory (WR)
N/A - Joshua Oatis (OL)
Short-Term IR
27 - Victor Hampton (DB) - Hand
Season-Ending IR
58 - Kwan Stallworth (OL) - ACL
Coaching Staff
Tom Menas - Head Coach
James Fuller - Assistant Head Coach & Offensive Coordinator
Lee Johnson - Offensive Line Coach
Chris McKinney - Co-Defensive Coordinator
Jeramie Richardson - Defensive Line Coach
BREAKDOWN
San Antonio’s win over the Fighters last week made the IFL take notice. The Gunslingers were strong on offense, as usual, and were able to muster some defense when it needed to in the second half. Svante Davenport’s interception of Edwards in the waning seconds sealed the deal for their first IFL road win. It will take as much, if not more to re-create last week’s success, but this time the game will be at the friendly confines of Freeman Coliseum in what should be a raucous crowd. This will be only their second Saturday game of the season. As strong of a rusher Edwards is, Sam Castronova is at least as strong of a passer. He leads the IFL in passing yards per game at nearly 198 and is the far and away leader with 28 passing touchdowns (second is San Diego’s Nate Davis with 19). He also rushes for 28.8 yards per game with seven touchdowns. He has plenty of weapons. DJ Myers is fourth in the IFL at 59.8 receiving yards per game to go with five touchdowns, and Nyquan Murry is not far behind with 52.8 yards and a total of eight touchdowns. Austin Upshaw and Kali Rashaad have seven and three touchdown catches, respectively. Tristan Vance leads the defense with 21 tackles. Gio Vonne Sanders adds 14.5 tackles and Ricky Wyatt has 13.5. TC Stevens averages 50.4 yards per kickoff. The Gunslingers score 53.8 points per game (first) and allow 56.5 (16th).
Roster information is compiled by SCtoC staff, based on all available and verifiable information. The IFL does not list its official transactions for the 2024 season. The above rosters are subject to change and is presented here merely as a basic guide for following the game. Statistical leaders list only active players as of the compilation of this preview.
Today's Game Venue
This Week's Schedule
Fri., May 3 - Green Bay Blizzard (4-1) at Sioux Falls Storm (0-5), 5:05 p.m.
Fri., May 3 - Jacksonville Sharks (0-5) at Tulsa Oilers (3-2), 5:05 p.m.
Sat., May 4 - Frisco Fighters (4-1) at San Antonio Gunslingers (2-3), 4:05 p.m.
Sat., May 4 - Quad City Steamwheelers (2-3) at Iowa Barnstormers (0-5), 5:05 p.m.
Sat., May 4 - Vegas Knight Hawks (5-0) at Bay Area Panthers (5-0), 6:05 p.m.
Sun., May 5 - Northern Arizona Wranglers (4-1) at San Diego Strike Force (3-2), 3:05 p.m.
Bye - Arizona Rattlers (3-3), Duke City Gladiators (0-5), Massachusetts Pirates (5-1), Tucson Sugar Skulls (1-4)
All times are pacific daylight time.
Standings Heading Into This Week
Helpful Links
IFL
Indoor Football League 2024 Schedule
Indoor Football League 2024 Franchise Index
Indoor Football League 2024 Players of the Week
Indoor Football league Rules
SCtoC IFL 2023 Golden Helmet Awards
Indoor Football league 2023 Hall of Fame Class
SCtoC 2023 National Championship Recap
INDIVIDUAL TEAM SCHEDULES
Arizona Rattlers
Bay Area Panthers
Duke City Gladiators
Frisco Fighters
Green Bay Blizzard
Iowa Barnstormers
Jacksonville Sharks
Massachusetts Pirates
Northern Arizona Wranglers
Quad City Steamwheelers
San Antonio Gunslingers
San Diego Strike Force
Sioux Falls Storm
Tucson Sugar Skulls
Tulsa Oilers
Vegas Knight Hawks
INDIVIDUAL TEAM VITAL STATISTICS
Arizona Rattlers
Bay Area Panthers
Duke City Gladiators
Frisco Fighters
Green Bay Blizzard
Iowa Barnstormers
Jacksonville Sharks
Massachusetts Pirates
Northern Arizona Wranglers
Quad City Steamwheelers
San Antonio Gunslingers
San Diego Strike Force
Sioux Falls Storm
Tucson Sugar Skulls
Tulsa Oilers
Vegas Knight Hawks
IFL Team Venues
Arizona Rattlers - Desert Diamond Arena; Glendale, Arizona
Bay Area Panthers - SAP Center at San Jose; San Jose, California
Duke City Gladiators - Rio Rancho Events Center; Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Frisco Fighters - Comerica Center; Frisco, Texas
Green Bay Blizzard - Resch Center; Green Bay, Wisconsin
Iowa Barnstormers - Wells Fargo Center; Des Moines, Iowa
Jacksonville Sharks - VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena; Jacksonville, Florida
Massachusetts Pirates - Tsonga Center; Lowell, Massachusetts
Northern Arizona Wranglers - Findlay Toyota Center; Prescott Valley, Arizona
Quad City Steamwheelers - Vibrant Arena at The MARK; Moline, Illinois
San Antonio Gunslingers - Freeman Coliseum; San Antonio, Texas
San Diego Strike Force - Pechanga Arena; San Diego, California
Sioux Falls Storm - Denny Sanford Premier Center; Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Tucson Sugar Skulls - Tucson Convention Center; Tucson, Arizona
Tulsa Oilers - BOK Center; Tulsa, Oklahoma
Vegas Knight Hawks - Lee's Family Forum; Henderson, Nevada
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What: The Fighters and Gunslingers clash in round 2 of The Texas Tussle.
When: Saturday, May 4 at 4:05 p.m. PDT (6:05 p.m. CDT).
Where: Freeman Coliseum; San Antonio, Texas.
Video Stream Options: IFL Youtube Channel. Caffeine TV IFL.
2024 Head to Head: April 26 - Gunslingers 54, Fighters (H) 52. June 29 - Fighters at Gunslingers.
Overall Head to Head: Gunslingers lead 1-0 (0-0 home, 1-0 road).
SCtoC Logo: Created by David
The Fighters are 4-1 overall and 1-0 on the road. The Gunslingers are 2-3 overall and 1-1 at home. These teams met in week 7 at Frisco with the Gunslingers coming out with a thrilling 54-52 win on April 26.
Frisco Fighters
Fighters defensive lineman Jakharious Smith. (Photo courtesy Frisco Fighters)
2024 ROSTER
# - name (pos)
0 - Koby Perry (DB)
1 - Spencer Tears (WR)
2 - Larry Harrington (QB)
3 - Jimmy Smith (RB)
4 - TJ Edwards (QB)
7 - Lionell McConnell (WR)
8 - Solomon Wise (DL)
9 - Devon McCoy (WR)
10 - Cole Blackmon (WR)
11 - Charles Williams (DL)
12 - Norris Wrenn (DB)
15 - Kentrelle Pierce (DB)
17 - Jeff Ejekam (DB)
19 - Bryce Crawford (K)
21 - Ethan Caselberry (DB)
22 - Martez Carter (RB)
24 - Royce See (LB)
50 - Tyran Hunt (OL)
51 - Jakharious Smith (DL)
55 - Henry Mitchell III (OL)
65 - Damien Love (OL)
70 - Noah Johnson (OL)
77 - Richard Ramirez (OL)
99 - Caleb Thomas (DL)
N/A - Phazione McClurge (WR)
Coaching Staff
Andre Coles - Head Coach
Bill Serna - Special Teams
Bobby Bounds - Offensive Assistant
Snoop Blackmon - Co-Defensive Coordinator/Defensive Backs
Malcolm Goines - Co-Defensive Coordinator/Defensive Line
Joey Barnard - Director of Football Operations
Jackie Fisher - Athletic Trainer
BREAKDOWN
Despite last week’s loss to the Gunslingers, Frisco has set itself up as the team to beat in the Eastern Conference (though the Massachusetts Pirates and Green Bay Blizzard might have something to say about that). The Fighters are in the IFL top five in points scored and points allowed. That makes for a potent combination on both sides of the ball. Their two-point loss to the Gunslingers last week comes just six days after a 28-point win at the Tulsa Oilers in week 6. They’ll be looking for revenge in this one against their new neighbors from south Texas. TJ Edwards is always a MVP candidate with his 69 percent completion rate with 10 touchdowns and two interceptions. His 105.4 yards per game is only an indication of the team’s aggressive ground attack. Edwards’ 58.8 yards per game is fifth in the league and he leads the IFL with 18 rushing touchdowns. Jimmy Smith can pick up some slack in the running game with 3.6 yards per carry and two touchdowns. Devon McCoy has emerged as the lead receiver for the team with 48.4 receiving yards per game to go with four touchdowns. Cole Blackman is a solid target with nearly 31 yards per game and five scoring grabs. Defensively, it’s a team effort led by the 21.5 tackles of Ethan Caselberry and 19 of Royce See. Lionel McConnell is tied for the IFL lead with four interceptions and Charles Williams has recorded a pair of sacks. Recently signed kicker Brad Namdar averaged 42 yards per kickoff last week. The Fighters average 49.2 points per game (third) and allow 38.6 (fifth).
Roster information is compiled by SCtoC staff, based on all available and verifiable information. The IFL does not list its official transactions for the 2024 season. The above rosters are subject to change and is presented here merely as a basic guide for following the game. Statistical leaders list only active players as of the compilation of this preview.
San Antonio Gunslingers
Gunslingers defensive back Tramon Wiley. (Photo courtesy Frisco Fighters)
2024 ROSTER
# - name (pos)
2 - S'vante Davenport (DB)
3 - Sam Castronova (QB)
5 - Kali Rashaad (WR/DB)
6 - Malcolm Washington (DB)
7 - Gio Vonne Sanders (LB/DB)
8 - NyQuan Murray (WR)
9 - Keeath Magee (LB)
10 - Keyshawn Harper (RB)
11 - Tramon Wiley (DB)
13 - CJ Jones (RB)
14 - Austin Upshaw (WR)
15 - Donald "DJ" Myers (WR)
16 - E'mond Caldwell (QB)
17 - Jac Pappillion
18 - TC Stevens (K)
31 - Tristen Vance (LB)
40 - Austin Collier (DL)
42 - Robert Fuentes (DL)
43 - Ricky Wyatt (LB)
55 - Miquail Harvey (OL)
58 - Kwan Stallworth (OL)
65 - Isaiah Hardy (OL)
72 - Cornelius Lewis (OL)
78 - LaColby Tucker (OL)
90 - Harold Love (DL)
97 - Shomari Wallace (DL)
99 - Nicholas "Akeem" Smith (DL)
N/A - Jeremiah Caine (DL)
N/A - William Daniels (RB)
N/A - Clifton Duck (DB)
N/A - Khalil Finley (DB)
N/A - Dante Eldridge (OL)
N/A - Vincent Gregory (WR)
N/A - Joshua Oatis (OL)
Short-Term IR
27 - Victor Hampton (DB) - Hand
Season-Ending IR
58 - Kwan Stallworth (OL) - ACL
Coaching Staff
Tom Menas - Head Coach
James Fuller - Assistant Head Coach & Offensive Coordinator
Lee Johnson - Offensive Line Coach
Chris McKinney - Co-Defensive Coordinator
Jeramie Richardson - Defensive Line Coach
BREAKDOWN
San Antonio’s win over the Fighters last week made the IFL take notice. The Gunslingers were strong on offense, as usual, and were able to muster some defense when it needed to in the second half. Svante Davenport’s interception of Edwards in the waning seconds sealed the deal for their first IFL road win. It will take as much, if not more to re-create last week’s success, but this time the game will be at the friendly confines of Freeman Coliseum in what should be a raucous crowd. This will be only their second Saturday game of the season. As strong of a rusher Edwards is, Sam Castronova is at least as strong of a passer. He leads the IFL in passing yards per game at nearly 198 and is the far and away leader with 28 passing touchdowns (second is San Diego’s Nate Davis with 19). He also rushes for 28.8 yards per game with seven touchdowns. He has plenty of weapons. DJ Myers is fourth in the IFL at 59.8 receiving yards per game to go with five touchdowns, and Nyquan Murry is not far behind with 52.8 yards and a total of eight touchdowns. Austin Upshaw and Kali Rashaad have seven and three touchdown catches, respectively. Tristan Vance leads the defense with 21 tackles. Gio Vonne Sanders adds 14.5 tackles and Ricky Wyatt has 13.5. TC Stevens averages 50.4 yards per kickoff. The Gunslingers score 53.8 points per game (first) and allow 56.5 (16th).
Roster information is compiled by SCtoC staff, based on all available and verifiable information. The IFL does not list its official transactions for the 2024 season. The above rosters are subject to change and is presented here merely as a basic guide for following the game. Statistical leaders list only active players as of the compilation of this preview.
Today's Game Venue
This Week's Schedule
Fri., May 3 - Green Bay Blizzard (4-1) at Sioux Falls Storm (0-5), 5:05 p.m.
Fri., May 3 - Jacksonville Sharks (0-5) at Tulsa Oilers (3-2), 5:05 p.m.
Sat., May 4 - Frisco Fighters (4-1) at San Antonio Gunslingers (2-3), 4:05 p.m.
Sat., May 4 - Quad City Steamwheelers (2-3) at Iowa Barnstormers (0-5), 5:05 p.m.
Sat., May 4 - Vegas Knight Hawks (5-0) at Bay Area Panthers (5-0), 6:05 p.m.
Sun., May 5 - Northern Arizona Wranglers (4-1) at San Diego Strike Force (3-2), 3:05 p.m.
Bye - Arizona Rattlers (3-3), Duke City Gladiators (0-5), Massachusetts Pirates (5-1), Tucson Sugar Skulls (1-4)
All times are pacific daylight time.
Standings Heading Into This Week
Helpful Links
IFL
Indoor Football League 2024 Schedule
Indoor Football League 2024 Franchise Index
Indoor Football League 2024 Players of the Week
Indoor Football league Rules
SCtoC IFL 2023 Golden Helmet Awards
Indoor Football league 2023 Hall of Fame Class
SCtoC 2023 National Championship Recap
INDIVIDUAL TEAM SCHEDULES
Arizona Rattlers
Bay Area Panthers
Duke City Gladiators
Frisco Fighters
Green Bay Blizzard
Iowa Barnstormers
Jacksonville Sharks
Massachusetts Pirates
Northern Arizona Wranglers
Quad City Steamwheelers
San Antonio Gunslingers
San Diego Strike Force
Sioux Falls Storm
Tucson Sugar Skulls
Tulsa Oilers
Vegas Knight Hawks
INDIVIDUAL TEAM VITAL STATISTICS
Arizona Rattlers
Bay Area Panthers
Duke City Gladiators
Frisco Fighters
Green Bay Blizzard
Iowa Barnstormers
Jacksonville Sharks
Massachusetts Pirates
Northern Arizona Wranglers
Quad City Steamwheelers
San Antonio Gunslingers
San Diego Strike Force
Sioux Falls Storm
Tucson Sugar Skulls
Tulsa Oilers
Vegas Knight Hawks
IFL Team Venues
Arizona Rattlers - Desert Diamond Arena; Glendale, Arizona
Bay Area Panthers - SAP Center at San Jose; San Jose, California
Duke City Gladiators - Rio Rancho Events Center; Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Frisco Fighters - Comerica Center; Frisco, Texas
Green Bay Blizzard - Resch Center; Green Bay, Wisconsin
Iowa Barnstormers - Wells Fargo Center; Des Moines, Iowa
Jacksonville Sharks - VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena; Jacksonville, Florida
Massachusetts Pirates - Tsonga Center; Lowell, Massachusetts
Northern Arizona Wranglers - Findlay Toyota Center; Prescott Valley, Arizona
Quad City Steamwheelers - Vibrant Arena at The MARK; Moline, Illinois
San Antonio Gunslingers - Freeman Coliseum; San Antonio, Texas
San Diego Strike Force - Pechanga Arena; San Diego, California
Sioux Falls Storm - Denny Sanford Premier Center; Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Tucson Sugar Skulls - Tucson Convention Center; Tucson, Arizona
Tulsa Oilers - BOK Center; Tulsa, Oklahoma
Vegas Knight Hawks - Lee's Family Forum; Henderson, Nevada
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