Post by Nevadanut on Jun 20, 2024 15:29:42 GMT -8
San Diego Strike Force at Tucson Sugar Skulls
What: The Strike Force soar into Arizona to face off with the Sugar Skulls.
When: Saturday, June 22 at 6:05 p.m. PDT/Arizona (8:05 p.m. CDT).
Where: Tucson Convention Center; Tucson, Arizona.
Video Stream: IFL Official Youtube Channel.
2024 Head to Head: This is the only meeting between these teams this season.
Overall Head to Head: Sugar Skulls lead 7-3 (2-3 home, 5-0 road).
SCtoC Logo: Created by David
The Strike Force are 7-5 overall, 4-2 on the road and 6-4 in conference play. They are coming off a 43-42 road win over the Bay Area Panthers on June 16. The Sugar Skulls are 2-9 overall, 1-5 at home and 2-8 in conference play. They are coming off a 35-18 home loss to the Frisco Fighters on June 15..
San Diego Strike Force
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Strike Force defensive back Tariq Thompson. (Photo via IFL)
2024 ROSTER
# - name (pos)
1 - Byron Cooper (DL/LB)
2 - Kishawn Walker (DB)
3 - Arthur Jackson III (WR)
4 - Xavier Amey (WR)
7 - Rudy Johnson (QB)
8 - Nate Davis (QB)
9 - Isiah Cox (WR)
11 - Ja'Quan Artis (DL)
14 - Tariq Thompson (DB)
15 - Conor Mangan (K)
16 - Ty'Korian Brown (DB)
17 - Sherrod Williams (LB)
18 - Jordan Kress (WR)
19 - Elijah Lilly (WR)
21 - Justic'e King (DB)
23 - Atoa Fox (DB)
24 - Elijah Belle (DB)
52 - Jonathan Williams (OL)
55 - Penaia "Ben" Moa (OL)
70 - Adonis Boone (OL)
71 - Clayton Bradley (OL)
72 - Jalen Booth (OL)
98 - Tevita Mo'Unga (DL)
99 - Javian Williams (DL)
Short Term IR
6 - Isaah Crocker (WR)
13 - VJ Malo (DL)
26 - Dexter Reese (DB)
74 - Jonte Berry (OL)
Season Ending IR
14 - Randal Grimes (WR)
22 - Chance Bell (RB)
Transfer
23 - Tareke Lewis (DB) - Ottawa Redblacks (CFL)
Coaching Staff
Taylor Genuser - Head Coach/Offensive Coordinator/Director of Player Personnel
Jason Simpson - Defensive Coordinator
James Kilmer - Offensive Line Coach
Kendall Mooney - Defensive & Special Teams Assistant
Patrick Kelly - Offensive Assistant
BREAKDOWN
San Diego now finds itself on the outside looking in when it comes to the playoff race. The Strike Force pulled out a one-point surprise win over the Western Conference-leading Bay Area Panthers last week. They scored a touchdown with 19 seconds left and, instead of going for an extra point or a traditional two-point conversion. They are sitting a half game back of the fourth-place Northern Arizona Wranglers and are looking to get back into playoff position. A win against a Sugar Skulls team which has struggled over the past month could accomplish just that. A win also would guarantee the first .500 season in franchise history. They've already won the most games in franchise history at seven. The Strike Force score 48.3 points per game (fifth) and allow 43.3 (sixth). Nate Davis is one of the most pure passers in the IFL. He is second in the league in touchdown passes with 49 and third in yards per game with 176.5. Arthur Jackson III is second in the league with 17 touchdown grabs despite missing three games due to suspension, and Jordan Kress is tied for seventh with 12. Rudy Johnson, the backup quarterback has proven himself as a reliable rusher and receiver on offense. Sherrod Williams' 62.5 tackles are good for eighth in the league. Players to Watch: Elijah Lilly (WR); Justic'e King (DB); Atoa Fox (DB); JaQuan Artis (DL).
Roster information 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. Statistical leaders list only active players as of the compilation of this preview.
Tucson Sugar Skulls
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Sugar Skulls defensive back Robert Sheffield. (Photo via IFL)
2024 ROSTER
# - name (pos)
1 - Mike Carrigan (WR)
2 - JaQuez Jackson (LB)
3 - Derrion Rakestraw (DB)
4 - Robert Sheffield (DB)
5 - Davonte Sapp-Lynch (RB)
6 - Jatavian Toles (WR)
7 - Tyron Laughinghouse (WR)
8 - Mike Jones (RB)
9 - LaQuvionte Gonzalez (WR)
10 - Brian Smith (WR)
11 - Chris Ingram (DB)
14 - Zach Reader (QB)
18 - Jaylen Parks (DL)
21 - Kenneth Durden (DB)
23 - Ahmad Lyons (DB)
24 - Brayden Utley (DL)
41 - KJ Milner (DL)
44 - D'jimon Brooks (DL)
55 - Cody Bollig (OL)
66 - Eric Abojei (OL)
73 - Andrew Carter (OL)
79 - Brandon Nicholson (OL)
N/A - Brad Namdar (K)
Short Term IR
7 - Jalin Marshall (WR)
75 - Dallas Reins (OL)
Season Ending IR
60 - Burrell Matthew (OL)
RTR
0 - Mylik Mitchell (QB)
5 - Demario McCall (WR)
N/A - Lamonte McDougle (DL)
N/A - Deion McShane (WR)
Coaching Staff
Billy Back - Head Coach
Rayshaun Kizer - Defensive Coordinator
Darius James - Offensive Line Coach
Cameron Gaddis - Defensive Backs Coach
Antonio Rustin - Defensive Line Coach
BREAKDOWN
Tucson has been eliminated from the playoffs, but that's not going to stop it from playing spoiler. The Sugar Skulls, who were the Western Conference's third seed in the playoffs last season, have managed just two wins this season. Furthermore, They've scored just 50 points in their last three games, including a league low of 12 two weeks ago. They managed just 18 points in a loss last week to the Frisco Fighters. week of 12 against the conference-leading Bay Area Panthers. Matching up against a talented Strike Force team is going to be quite a challenge for the Sugar Skulls, who don't seem to have have gained any momentum at any point during the season. The Sugar Skulls score 35.3 points per game (15th) and allow 45.4 (13th). They have had some turnover this season, especially at quarterback where Mylik Mitchell has been put on RTR (refuse to report) and former Iowa Barnstormer backup Zach Reader was signed three weeks ago. Giovanni Sanders made his debut as the starter at quarterback last week against the Fighters. Reader is the only quarterback listed on the active roster. Players to Watch: Mike Jones (RB); Mike Carrigan (WR); Brian Smith (WR); Tyron Laughinghouse (WR); Brayden Utley (DL); Robert Sheffield (DB); JaQuez Jackson (LB).
Roster information 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. Statistical leaders list only active players as of the compilation of this preview.
Today's Game Venue
This Week's Schedule
Sat., June 22 - Massachusetts Pirates (6-6) at Jacksonville Sharks (2-9), 4:05 p.m.
Sat., June 22 - Tulsa Oilers (4-8) at Iowa Barnstormers (4-7), 5:05 p.m.
Sat., June 22 - Green Bay Blizzard (10-2) at Quad City Steamwheelers (5-6), 5:05 p.m.
Sat., June 22 - Bay Area Panthers (9-2) at Duke City Gladiators (1-10), 5:05 p.m.
Sat., June 22 - Sioux Falls Storm (3-8) at Frisco Fighters (9-3), 5:05 p.m.
Sat., June 22 - Arizona Rattlers (8-4) at Vegas Knight Hawks (8-3), 6:05 p.m.
Sat., June 22 - San Diego Strike Force (7-5) at Tucson Sugar Skulls (2-9), 6:05 p.m.
Sun., June 23 - San Antonio Gunslingers (6-5) at Northern Arizona Wranglers (7-4), 3:05 p.m.
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 Strike Force soar into Arizona to face off with the Sugar Skulls.
When: Saturday, June 22 at 6:05 p.m. PDT/Arizona (8:05 p.m. CDT).
Where: Tucson Convention Center; Tucson, Arizona.
Video Stream: IFL Official Youtube Channel.
2024 Head to Head: This is the only meeting between these teams this season.
Overall Head to Head: Sugar Skulls lead 7-3 (2-3 home, 5-0 road).
SCtoC Logo: Created by David
The Strike Force are 7-5 overall, 4-2 on the road and 6-4 in conference play. They are coming off a 43-42 road win over the Bay Area Panthers on June 16. The Sugar Skulls are 2-9 overall, 1-5 at home and 2-8 in conference play. They are coming off a 35-18 home loss to the Frisco Fighters on June 15..
San Diego Strike Force
Strike Force defensive back Tariq Thompson. (Photo via IFL)
2024 ROSTER
# - name (pos)
1 - Byron Cooper (DL/LB)
2 - Kishawn Walker (DB)
3 - Arthur Jackson III (WR)
4 - Xavier Amey (WR)
7 - Rudy Johnson (QB)
8 - Nate Davis (QB)
9 - Isiah Cox (WR)
11 - Ja'Quan Artis (DL)
14 - Tariq Thompson (DB)
15 - Conor Mangan (K)
16 - Ty'Korian Brown (DB)
17 - Sherrod Williams (LB)
18 - Jordan Kress (WR)
19 - Elijah Lilly (WR)
21 - Justic'e King (DB)
23 - Atoa Fox (DB)
24 - Elijah Belle (DB)
52 - Jonathan Williams (OL)
55 - Penaia "Ben" Moa (OL)
70 - Adonis Boone (OL)
71 - Clayton Bradley (OL)
72 - Jalen Booth (OL)
98 - Tevita Mo'Unga (DL)
99 - Javian Williams (DL)
Short Term IR
6 - Isaah Crocker (WR)
13 - VJ Malo (DL)
26 - Dexter Reese (DB)
74 - Jonte Berry (OL)
Season Ending IR
14 - Randal Grimes (WR)
22 - Chance Bell (RB)
Transfer
23 - Tareke Lewis (DB) - Ottawa Redblacks (CFL)
Coaching Staff
Taylor Genuser - Head Coach/Offensive Coordinator/Director of Player Personnel
Jason Simpson - Defensive Coordinator
James Kilmer - Offensive Line Coach
Kendall Mooney - Defensive & Special Teams Assistant
Patrick Kelly - Offensive Assistant
BREAKDOWN
San Diego now finds itself on the outside looking in when it comes to the playoff race. The Strike Force pulled out a one-point surprise win over the Western Conference-leading Bay Area Panthers last week. They scored a touchdown with 19 seconds left and, instead of going for an extra point or a traditional two-point conversion. They are sitting a half game back of the fourth-place Northern Arizona Wranglers and are looking to get back into playoff position. A win against a Sugar Skulls team which has struggled over the past month could accomplish just that. A win also would guarantee the first .500 season in franchise history. They've already won the most games in franchise history at seven. The Strike Force score 48.3 points per game (fifth) and allow 43.3 (sixth). Nate Davis is one of the most pure passers in the IFL. He is second in the league in touchdown passes with 49 and third in yards per game with 176.5. Arthur Jackson III is second in the league with 17 touchdown grabs despite missing three games due to suspension, and Jordan Kress is tied for seventh with 12. Rudy Johnson, the backup quarterback has proven himself as a reliable rusher and receiver on offense. Sherrod Williams' 62.5 tackles are good for eighth in the league. Players to Watch: Elijah Lilly (WR); Justic'e King (DB); Atoa Fox (DB); JaQuan Artis (DL).
Roster information 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. Statistical leaders list only active players as of the compilation of this preview.
Tucson Sugar Skulls
Sugar Skulls defensive back Robert Sheffield. (Photo via IFL)
2024 ROSTER
# - name (pos)
1 - Mike Carrigan (WR)
2 - JaQuez Jackson (LB)
3 - Derrion Rakestraw (DB)
4 - Robert Sheffield (DB)
5 - Davonte Sapp-Lynch (RB)
6 - Jatavian Toles (WR)
7 - Tyron Laughinghouse (WR)
8 - Mike Jones (RB)
9 - LaQuvionte Gonzalez (WR)
10 - Brian Smith (WR)
11 - Chris Ingram (DB)
14 - Zach Reader (QB)
18 - Jaylen Parks (DL)
21 - Kenneth Durden (DB)
23 - Ahmad Lyons (DB)
24 - Brayden Utley (DL)
41 - KJ Milner (DL)
44 - D'jimon Brooks (DL)
55 - Cody Bollig (OL)
66 - Eric Abojei (OL)
73 - Andrew Carter (OL)
79 - Brandon Nicholson (OL)
N/A - Brad Namdar (K)
Short Term IR
7 - Jalin Marshall (WR)
75 - Dallas Reins (OL)
Season Ending IR
60 - Burrell Matthew (OL)
RTR
0 - Mylik Mitchell (QB)
5 - Demario McCall (WR)
N/A - Lamonte McDougle (DL)
N/A - Deion McShane (WR)
Coaching Staff
Billy Back - Head Coach
Rayshaun Kizer - Defensive Coordinator
Darius James - Offensive Line Coach
Cameron Gaddis - Defensive Backs Coach
Antonio Rustin - Defensive Line Coach
BREAKDOWN
Tucson has been eliminated from the playoffs, but that's not going to stop it from playing spoiler. The Sugar Skulls, who were the Western Conference's third seed in the playoffs last season, have managed just two wins this season. Furthermore, They've scored just 50 points in their last three games, including a league low of 12 two weeks ago. They managed just 18 points in a loss last week to the Frisco Fighters. week of 12 against the conference-leading Bay Area Panthers. Matching up against a talented Strike Force team is going to be quite a challenge for the Sugar Skulls, who don't seem to have have gained any momentum at any point during the season. The Sugar Skulls score 35.3 points per game (15th) and allow 45.4 (13th). They have had some turnover this season, especially at quarterback where Mylik Mitchell has been put on RTR (refuse to report) and former Iowa Barnstormer backup Zach Reader was signed three weeks ago. Giovanni Sanders made his debut as the starter at quarterback last week against the Fighters. Reader is the only quarterback listed on the active roster. Players to Watch: Mike Jones (RB); Mike Carrigan (WR); Brian Smith (WR); Tyron Laughinghouse (WR); Brayden Utley (DL); Robert Sheffield (DB); JaQuez Jackson (LB).
Roster information 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. Statistical leaders list only active players as of the compilation of this preview.
Today's Game Venue
This Week's Schedule
Sat., June 22 - Massachusetts Pirates (6-6) at Jacksonville Sharks (2-9), 4:05 p.m.
Sat., June 22 - Tulsa Oilers (4-8) at Iowa Barnstormers (4-7), 5:05 p.m.
Sat., June 22 - Green Bay Blizzard (10-2) at Quad City Steamwheelers (5-6), 5:05 p.m.
Sat., June 22 - Bay Area Panthers (9-2) at Duke City Gladiators (1-10), 5:05 p.m.
Sat., June 22 - Sioux Falls Storm (3-8) at Frisco Fighters (9-3), 5:05 p.m.
Sat., June 22 - Arizona Rattlers (8-4) at Vegas Knight Hawks (8-3), 6:05 p.m.
Sat., June 22 - San Diego Strike Force (7-5) at Tucson Sugar Skulls (2-9), 6:05 p.m.
Sun., June 23 - San Antonio Gunslingers (6-5) at Northern Arizona Wranglers (7-4), 3:05 p.m.
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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