Post by Nevadanut on May 20, 2021 19:52:54 GMT -8
Duke City Gladiators at Iowa Barnstormers
What: The Gladiators march into Des Moines to meet the Barnstormers.
When: Saturday, May 22 at 5:05 p.m. pacific (7:05 p.m. central).
Where: Wells Fargo Arena; Des Moines, Iowa.
Video Stream: IFL Official Youtube Channel.
2021 Head to Head: This is the only meeting between the teams this season.
SCtoC Logo: Created by David _
The Gladiators are making their IFL debut this week. They were on the slate last season, but never saw the field due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Barnstormers are 1-0 overall and 0-0 at home. They are coming off a 56-36 road win over the Sioux Falls Storm on May 15 in the IFL Hall of Fame Game. .
Duke City Gladiators
Gladiators Head coach Martino Theus.
(Photo via Albuquerque Journal)
2021 ROSTER
# - name (pos)
0 - Dello Davis (WR)
8 - Nate Davis (QB)
18 - Omauri Hampton (WR)
22 - Ibrahim Maiga (DB)
28 - Jayson Serda (LB)
41 - James "Kimo" Naehu (K)
44 - Anthony Jackson II (DL)
56 - Moses Mondesir (OL)
88 - Sedrick Johnson (WR)
N/A - Xavier Amey (WR)
N/A - Quantaye Battle (DB) [Rookie]
N/A - Christian Cronk (OL) [FA - Oakland '20]
N/A - Gregory Dent Jr. (WR) [Re-Sign]
N/A - Aymiel Fleming (DL) [Rookie]
N/A - Christian Fredericks (RB) [Rookie]
N/A - Cameron "Cam" Hilton (DB) [FA - Oakland '20]
N/A - Josiah Hunter (OL) [Re-Sign]
N/A - Lance Hyder (OL [Rookie]
N/A - Andrew Jackson (LB)
N/A - Dominique Johnson (OL) [Re-Sign '19]
N/A - Caleb Lewis (QB) [Rookie]
N/A - O.J. Mau (DL) [FA - Jersey Flight (NAL) '20]
N/A - Jordan Mosley (OL)
N/A - C.J. Romero (WR) [Rookie]
N/A - Rick Rumph (DB) [FA - Sioux Falls '19]
N/A - Rapheal Smiley (OL) [FA - Bismarck '19]
N/A - Raymond Taylor (RB) [Re-Sign]
N/A - Quintavius Twine (DB) [Rookie]
N/A - Roger Walker (RB)
N/A - Javian "Bubba" Williams (DL) [FA - Omaha Beef (CIF) '20]
N/A - Daelin Young (OL)
Short Term IR
N/A
Season Ending IR
N/A
Transfer
N/A
RTR
55 - Oliver Lumpkin (OL)
N/A - Brett Bowers (DL)
N/A - Donte Rumph (DL)
N/A - Taylor Tappin (OL)
Coaching Staff
Martino "Tino" Theus - Head Coach
Fred Griggs - Assistant Head Coach/Defensive Coordinator
Sherman Carter - Offensive Line Coach
Fatu Ulale - Defensive Line Coach
Ray Woods - Running Back Coach
Anthony Sando - Special Teams Coach
Iowa Barnstormers
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Barnstormers QB Daquan Neal.
(SCtoC Photo by Adam Lamprecht)
2021 ROSTER
# - name (pos)
1 - Carrington Thompson Jr. (WR)
2 - Daquan Neal (QB)
3 - John McClure (DB)
4 - Beau Tanner (WR)
5 - Austin Hicks (WR)
6 - David Haney (DB)
7 - Elad Covaliu (RB)
8 - Vincent Espinoza (QB)
9 - Tony Jones (DL)
10 - CJ Thornton Jr. (DL)
11 - Andrew Mahoney Jr. (WR)
12 - Nathan Criswell (K)
14 - Dorian Walker (DB)
17 - Daylon Person (WR)
18 - Connor Hollenbeck (WR)
20 - Kenton Bartlett (DL)
21 - Tyrone Cromwell III (DB)
22 - Gabriel McCoy (LB)
23 - Edward Nelson Jr. (DB)
24 - Tony Winslow (DL)
32 - Evan Owens (RB)
55 - Quante Hines (OL)
60 - Keveon Broadwater (OL)
62 - Demarvious "DJ" Loving (OL)
67 - Steven Rowzee (OL)
75 - Zachary Fondal (OL)
91 - Denzel Chukwukelu (DL)
99 - Christopher Biggurs (DL)
Short Term IR
N/A
Season Ending IR
N/A
Transfer
N/A
RTR
N/A
Coaching Staff
Les Moss - Head Coach
Rob Keefe - Assistant Head Coach/Defensive Coordinator
BJ Cohen - Offensive/Defensive Line Coach
Jason Simpson - Defensive Backs Coach
Roster information for week one is compiled by SCtoC staff, based on all available and verifiable information. The above rosters are subject to change and is presented here merely as a basic guide for following the game.
Breakdown
GLADIATORS
It's been a long wait for the Gladiators' first game in the IFL after moving over from Champions Indoor Football after the 2019 season. The Gladiators announced their move to the IFL on August 14, 2019. After tabbing IFL Hall of Famer and former Nebraska Danger head coach Pig Brown as their head coach, the 2020 season was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The team has hired Martino Theus to build their team in their new league. Theus will look to lead the two-time CIF champion Gladiators to the same level in the IFL. Veteran indoor quarterback Nate Davis is expected to take the helm of the Gladiators. Former Danger receiver Gregory Dent, Jr. will lead a receiving corps which also includes Sedrick Johnson, Omauri Hampton and Xavier Amey. Christian Fredericks and Roger Walker are the running backs listed on the roster. While it's difficult to predict the look of the defense, the group includes defensive backs Ibrahim Maiga and Rick Rumph. James "Kimo" Naehuwill handle the kicking duties.
BARNSTORMERS
Iowa looks to be back to its 2018 championship form after their 20-point win over the Storm at Sioux Falls on May 15. The teams have become rivals over the last few seasons with no signs of that stopping now. This week they turn their attention to the two-time CIF champion Gladiators. The 2019 IFL Offensive Player of the Year, Daquan Neal, looked impressive in the season opener against the Storm. He completed 73 percent of his throws for 254 yards with six touchdowns, and ran for another 46 yards. Neal drives the Barnstormers' bus so if he is successful, the team will be in a position to win. Andrew Mahoney caught six passes for 128 yards and three scores. Connor Hollenbeck added five catches for 70 yards and a touchdown, while Beau Tanner added a couple of touchdown grabs. In addition to Neal, Evan Owens should be expected to see some rushing opportunities. CJ Thornton comes in with nine tackles, and Tony Jones recorded 1.5 tackles for loss. Nathan Criswell is Iowa's kicker.
This week's IFL Schedule
Fri., May 21 - Tucson Sugar Skulls at Green Bay Blizzard, 5:05 p.m.
Sat., May 22 - Spokane Shock at Massachusetts Pirates, 4:05 p.m.
Sat., May 22 - Frisco Fighters at Louisville Xtreme, 4:05 p.m.
Sat., May 22 - Northern Arizona Wranglers at Bismarck Bucks, 4:05 p.m.
Sat., May 22 - Duke City Gladiators at Iowa Barnstormers, 5:05 p.m.
Sat., May 22 - Arizona Rattlers at Sioux Falls Storm, 5:05 p.m.
IFL Standings
Helpful Links
IFL
Indoor Football League 2021 Schedule
Indoor Football League 2021 Franchise Index
2019 Indoor Football League Awards
SCtoC IFL 2019 Golden Helmet Awards
Indoor Football League Rules
IFL Franchise Index
INDIVIDUAL TEAM SCHEDULES
Arizona Rattlers
Bismarck Bucks
Duke City Gladiators
Frisco Fighters
Green Bay Blizzard
Iowa Barnstormers
Louisville Xtreme
Massachusetts Pirates
Northern Arizona Wranglers
Sioux Falls Storm
Spokane Shock
Tucson Sugar Skulls
INDIVIDUAL TEAM VITAL STATISTICS
Arizona Rattlers
Bismarck Bucks
Duke City Gladiators
Frisco Fighters
Green Bay Blizzard
Iowa Barnstormers
Louisville Xtreme
Massachusetts Pirates
Northern Arizona Wranglers
Sioux Falls Storm
Spokane Shock
Tucson Sugar Skulls
IFL Team Venues
Arizona Rattlers - Phoenix Suns Arena; Phoenix, Arizona
Bismarck Bucks - Bismarck Event Center; Bismarck, North Dakota
Duke City Gladiators - Tingley Coliseum; Albuquerque, New Mexico
Frisco Fighters - Comerica Center; Frisco, Texas
Green Bay Blizzard - Resch Center; Green Bay, Wisconsin
Iowa Barnstormers- Wells Fargo Arena; Des Moines, Iowa
Louisville Xtreme - KFC Yum! Center; Louisville, Kentucky
Massachusetts Pirates - DCU Center; Worcester, Massachusetts
Northern Arizona Wranglers - Findlay Toyota Center; Prescott Valley, Arizona
Sioux Falls Storm - Denny Sanford Premier Center; Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Spokane Shock - Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena; Spokane, Washington
Tucson Sugar Skulls - Tucson Convention Center; Tucson, Arizona
IFL Geographical 2021 League Map
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What: The Gladiators march into Des Moines to meet the Barnstormers.
When: Saturday, May 22 at 5:05 p.m. pacific (7:05 p.m. central).
Where: Wells Fargo Arena; Des Moines, Iowa.
Video Stream: IFL Official Youtube Channel.
2021 Head to Head: This is the only meeting between the teams this season.
SCtoC Logo: Created by David _
The Gladiators are making their IFL debut this week. They were on the slate last season, but never saw the field due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Barnstormers are 1-0 overall and 0-0 at home. They are coming off a 56-36 road win over the Sioux Falls Storm on May 15 in the IFL Hall of Fame Game. .
Duke City Gladiators
Gladiators Head coach Martino Theus.
(Photo via Albuquerque Journal)
2021 ROSTER
# - name (pos)
0 - Dello Davis (WR)
8 - Nate Davis (QB)
18 - Omauri Hampton (WR)
22 - Ibrahim Maiga (DB)
28 - Jayson Serda (LB)
41 - James "Kimo" Naehu (K)
44 - Anthony Jackson II (DL)
56 - Moses Mondesir (OL)
88 - Sedrick Johnson (WR)
N/A - Xavier Amey (WR)
N/A - Quantaye Battle (DB) [Rookie]
N/A - Christian Cronk (OL) [FA - Oakland '20]
N/A - Gregory Dent Jr. (WR) [Re-Sign]
N/A - Aymiel Fleming (DL) [Rookie]
N/A - Christian Fredericks (RB) [Rookie]
N/A - Cameron "Cam" Hilton (DB) [FA - Oakland '20]
N/A - Josiah Hunter (OL) [Re-Sign]
N/A - Lance Hyder (OL [Rookie]
N/A - Andrew Jackson (LB)
N/A - Dominique Johnson (OL) [Re-Sign '19]
N/A - Caleb Lewis (QB) [Rookie]
N/A - O.J. Mau (DL) [FA - Jersey Flight (NAL) '20]
N/A - Jordan Mosley (OL)
N/A - C.J. Romero (WR) [Rookie]
N/A - Rick Rumph (DB) [FA - Sioux Falls '19]
N/A - Rapheal Smiley (OL) [FA - Bismarck '19]
N/A - Raymond Taylor (RB) [Re-Sign]
N/A - Quintavius Twine (DB) [Rookie]
N/A - Roger Walker (RB)
N/A - Javian "Bubba" Williams (DL) [FA - Omaha Beef (CIF) '20]
N/A - Daelin Young (OL)
Short Term IR
N/A
Season Ending IR
N/A
Transfer
N/A
RTR
55 - Oliver Lumpkin (OL)
N/A - Brett Bowers (DL)
N/A - Donte Rumph (DL)
N/A - Taylor Tappin (OL)
Coaching Staff
Martino "Tino" Theus - Head Coach
Fred Griggs - Assistant Head Coach/Defensive Coordinator
Sherman Carter - Offensive Line Coach
Fatu Ulale - Defensive Line Coach
Ray Woods - Running Back Coach
Anthony Sando - Special Teams Coach
Iowa Barnstormers
Barnstormers QB Daquan Neal.
(SCtoC Photo by Adam Lamprecht)
2021 ROSTER
# - name (pos)
1 - Carrington Thompson Jr. (WR)
2 - Daquan Neal (QB)
3 - John McClure (DB)
4 - Beau Tanner (WR)
5 - Austin Hicks (WR)
6 - David Haney (DB)
7 - Elad Covaliu (RB)
8 - Vincent Espinoza (QB)
9 - Tony Jones (DL)
10 - CJ Thornton Jr. (DL)
11 - Andrew Mahoney Jr. (WR)
12 - Nathan Criswell (K)
14 - Dorian Walker (DB)
17 - Daylon Person (WR)
18 - Connor Hollenbeck (WR)
20 - Kenton Bartlett (DL)
21 - Tyrone Cromwell III (DB)
22 - Gabriel McCoy (LB)
23 - Edward Nelson Jr. (DB)
24 - Tony Winslow (DL)
32 - Evan Owens (RB)
55 - Quante Hines (OL)
60 - Keveon Broadwater (OL)
62 - Demarvious "DJ" Loving (OL)
67 - Steven Rowzee (OL)
75 - Zachary Fondal (OL)
91 - Denzel Chukwukelu (DL)
99 - Christopher Biggurs (DL)
Short Term IR
N/A
Season Ending IR
N/A
Transfer
N/A
RTR
N/A
Coaching Staff
Les Moss - Head Coach
Rob Keefe - Assistant Head Coach/Defensive Coordinator
BJ Cohen - Offensive/Defensive Line Coach
Jason Simpson - Defensive Backs Coach
Roster information for week one is compiled by SCtoC staff, based on all available and verifiable information. The above rosters are subject to change and is presented here merely as a basic guide for following the game.
Breakdown
GLADIATORS
It's been a long wait for the Gladiators' first game in the IFL after moving over from Champions Indoor Football after the 2019 season. The Gladiators announced their move to the IFL on August 14, 2019. After tabbing IFL Hall of Famer and former Nebraska Danger head coach Pig Brown as their head coach, the 2020 season was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The team has hired Martino Theus to build their team in their new league. Theus will look to lead the two-time CIF champion Gladiators to the same level in the IFL. Veteran indoor quarterback Nate Davis is expected to take the helm of the Gladiators. Former Danger receiver Gregory Dent, Jr. will lead a receiving corps which also includes Sedrick Johnson, Omauri Hampton and Xavier Amey. Christian Fredericks and Roger Walker are the running backs listed on the roster. While it's difficult to predict the look of the defense, the group includes defensive backs Ibrahim Maiga and Rick Rumph. James "Kimo" Naehuwill handle the kicking duties.
BARNSTORMERS
Iowa looks to be back to its 2018 championship form after their 20-point win over the Storm at Sioux Falls on May 15. The teams have become rivals over the last few seasons with no signs of that stopping now. This week they turn their attention to the two-time CIF champion Gladiators. The 2019 IFL Offensive Player of the Year, Daquan Neal, looked impressive in the season opener against the Storm. He completed 73 percent of his throws for 254 yards with six touchdowns, and ran for another 46 yards. Neal drives the Barnstormers' bus so if he is successful, the team will be in a position to win. Andrew Mahoney caught six passes for 128 yards and three scores. Connor Hollenbeck added five catches for 70 yards and a touchdown, while Beau Tanner added a couple of touchdown grabs. In addition to Neal, Evan Owens should be expected to see some rushing opportunities. CJ Thornton comes in with nine tackles, and Tony Jones recorded 1.5 tackles for loss. Nathan Criswell is Iowa's kicker.
This week's IFL Schedule
Fri., May 21 - Tucson Sugar Skulls at Green Bay Blizzard, 5:05 p.m.
Sat., May 22 - Spokane Shock at Massachusetts Pirates, 4:05 p.m.
Sat., May 22 - Frisco Fighters at Louisville Xtreme, 4:05 p.m.
Sat., May 22 - Northern Arizona Wranglers at Bismarck Bucks, 4:05 p.m.
Sat., May 22 - Duke City Gladiators at Iowa Barnstormers, 5:05 p.m.
Sat., May 22 - Arizona Rattlers at Sioux Falls Storm, 5:05 p.m.
IFL Standings
Helpful Links
IFL
Indoor Football League 2021 Schedule
Indoor Football League 2021 Franchise Index
2019 Indoor Football League Awards
SCtoC IFL 2019 Golden Helmet Awards
Indoor Football League Rules
IFL Franchise Index
INDIVIDUAL TEAM SCHEDULES
Arizona Rattlers
Bismarck Bucks
Duke City Gladiators
Frisco Fighters
Green Bay Blizzard
Iowa Barnstormers
Louisville Xtreme
Massachusetts Pirates
Northern Arizona Wranglers
Sioux Falls Storm
Spokane Shock
Tucson Sugar Skulls
INDIVIDUAL TEAM VITAL STATISTICS
Arizona Rattlers
Bismarck Bucks
Duke City Gladiators
Frisco Fighters
Green Bay Blizzard
Iowa Barnstormers
Louisville Xtreme
Massachusetts Pirates
Northern Arizona Wranglers
Sioux Falls Storm
Spokane Shock
Tucson Sugar Skulls
IFL Team Venues
Arizona Rattlers - Phoenix Suns Arena; Phoenix, Arizona
Bismarck Bucks - Bismarck Event Center; Bismarck, North Dakota
Duke City Gladiators - Tingley Coliseum; Albuquerque, New Mexico
Frisco Fighters - Comerica Center; Frisco, Texas
Green Bay Blizzard - Resch Center; Green Bay, Wisconsin
Iowa Barnstormers- Wells Fargo Arena; Des Moines, Iowa
Louisville Xtreme - KFC Yum! Center; Louisville, Kentucky
Massachusetts Pirates - DCU Center; Worcester, Massachusetts
Northern Arizona Wranglers - Findlay Toyota Center; Prescott Valley, Arizona
Sioux Falls Storm - Denny Sanford Premier Center; Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Spokane Shock - Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena; Spokane, Washington
Tucson Sugar Skulls - Tucson Convention Center; Tucson, Arizona
IFL Geographical 2021 League Map
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