2015 gold star memorial bowl
cpd enforcers vs. columbus marauders
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DATE: May 2nd, 2015
TIME: 6:00 pm
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
STADIUM: St. Rita High School (7740 S. Western Avenue)
TIME: 6:00 pm
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
STADIUM: St. Rita High School (7740 S. Western Avenue)
Enforcers RB Chris Williams
THE LAST TIME OUT
The Enforcers head into their home opener with a 1-1 (1-1 NPSFL) record, coming on the heels of a 34-0 victory in Parma, Ohio, over the Cleveland Warriors. The Enforcers dominated all three phases of the ball game, utilizing a balanced offensive attack and stout defense performance to control the tempo of the game. Offensively, the Enforcers were led by RB Chris Williams (14 rushes, 88 yards), QB Jason Edwards (15-31, 194 yards), and WR Bob Slechter (7 receptions, 94 yards). The Enforcer defense also returned to their true form following San Diego, holding Cleveland to 15 yards of total offense, while securing 2 takeaways and allowing 0 first downs.
The Enforcers head into their home opener with a 1-1 (1-1 NPSFL) record, coming on the heels of a 34-0 victory in Parma, Ohio, over the Cleveland Warriors. The Enforcers dominated all three phases of the ball game, utilizing a balanced offensive attack and stout defense performance to control the tempo of the game. Offensively, the Enforcers were led by RB Chris Williams (14 rushes, 88 yards), QB Jason Edwards (15-31, 194 yards), and WR Bob Slechter (7 receptions, 94 yards). The Enforcer defense also returned to their true form following San Diego, holding Cleveland to 15 yards of total offense, while securing 2 takeaways and allowing 0 first downs.
THE OPPONENT
Columbus comes into Chicago boasting a 2-0 (1-0 NPSFL) record, including wins of 37-6 and 57-0 over the Cincinnati Ambassadors and Bakersfield Falcons, respectively. This will be Columbus' first of three road games to close out the season, having played their first two games at their home field in Canal Winchester, Ohio. The Marauders, who are 3-0 all time vs. the Enforcers, are led by RB Brandon Harrison and head coach Antonio Smith, a former Ohio State Buckeye.
Columbus comes into Chicago boasting a 2-0 (1-0 NPSFL) record, including wins of 37-6 and 57-0 over the Cincinnati Ambassadors and Bakersfield Falcons, respectively. This will be Columbus' first of three road games to close out the season, having played their first two games at their home field in Canal Winchester, Ohio. The Marauders, who are 3-0 all time vs. the Enforcers, are led by RB Brandon Harrison and head coach Antonio Smith, a former Ohio State Buckeye.
Chicago skyline during Gold Star Weekend
THE GOLD STAR MEMORIAL BOWL
One of the bigger annual games for the Enforcers, the Gold Star Memorial Bowl takes place during the city's Gold Star Weekend. Highlighted by events hosted by the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation and the CPD Gold Star Families, the purpose of the weekend is to raise both money and awareness for the families of fallen officers while honoring their ultimate sacrifice. The families of officers from both the Chicago Police Department and Cook County Sheriff's Department will be honored. As the Enforcers' popularity and exposure has grown, we are extremely proud that the game has become a Gold Star Weekend fixture in Chicago. The Enforcers are undefeated all time in the Gold Star Memorial Bowl play.
One of the bigger annual games for the Enforcers, the Gold Star Memorial Bowl takes place during the city's Gold Star Weekend. Highlighted by events hosted by the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation and the CPD Gold Star Families, the purpose of the weekend is to raise both money and awareness for the families of fallen officers while honoring their ultimate sacrifice. The families of officers from both the Chicago Police Department and Cook County Sheriff's Department will be honored. As the Enforcers' popularity and exposure has grown, we are extremely proud that the game has become a Gold Star Weekend fixture in Chicago. The Enforcers are undefeated all time in the Gold Star Memorial Bowl play.
EMILY STRONG
In addition to the Gold Star Memorial honorees, the Enforcers will also be recognizing 12 year old Emily Beazley at the game. Emily has been courageously battling Stage III T-Cell Lymphoblastic Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma since April of 2011, and as of late has suffered a few medical setbacks. A resident of the Mt. Greenwood neighborhood, Emily's story has captured the hearts of Chicagoans and support has been rallied throughout the city and beyond. Emily, the daughter of a Chicago Police veteran, has displayed great bravery and was recently named an honorary Chicago Police officer. The Enforcers will donate a portion of Saturday's proceeds to help Emily's fight, as well as research for Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. The CPD Enforcers organization is both honored and overjoyed to recognize Emily's strength as she continues to fight.
In addition to the Gold Star Memorial honorees, the Enforcers will also be recognizing 12 year old Emily Beazley at the game. Emily has been courageously battling Stage III T-Cell Lymphoblastic Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma since April of 2011, and as of late has suffered a few medical setbacks. A resident of the Mt. Greenwood neighborhood, Emily's story has captured the hearts of Chicagoans and support has been rallied throughout the city and beyond. Emily, the daughter of a Chicago Police veteran, has displayed great bravery and was recently named an honorary Chicago Police officer. The Enforcers will donate a portion of Saturday's proceeds to help Emily's fight, as well as research for Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. The CPD Enforcers organization is both honored and overjoyed to recognize Emily's strength as she continues to fight.
ON THE AIR
The game will be streaming live via Sports Town Chicago, with voice of the Enforcers Brian SloppyMeatSauce handling play-by-play duties and former Enforcer quarterback Tom Baker providing color commentary.
The game will be streaming live via Sports Town Chicago, with voice of the Enforcers Brian SloppyMeatSauce handling play-by-play duties and former Enforcer quarterback Tom Baker providing color commentary.
THE VENUE
The 2015 Gold Star Memorial Bowl will be taking place at St. Rita High School, located on Chicago's southwest side. The Enforcers are 5-1 all time at St. Rita, including last season's 27-25 victory over the Cleveland Warriors. St. Rita is equipped with a year-old FieldTurf surface, installed prior to the start of the 2014 high school football season.
The 2015 Gold Star Memorial Bowl will be taking place at St. Rita High School, located on Chicago's southwest side. The Enforcers are 5-1 all time at St. Rita, including last season's 27-25 victory over the Cleveland Warriors. St. Rita is equipped with a year-old FieldTurf surface, installed prior to the start of the 2014 high school football season.
St. Rita High School
THE COACH
The Enforcers are led by head coach Greg Zaragoza, who is in the midst of his 6th season as the CPD head coach. Greg, who has a career record of 15-11, is a 20 year veteran of the CPD and a 19 year coaching veteran. In addition to his duties with the Enforcers, he has also served as a coach on the high school level at Washington, St. Francis de Sales, Chicago Christian, and Brother Rice. Greg is the Enforcers primary offensive play caller.
The Enforcers are led by head coach Greg Zaragoza, who is in the midst of his 6th season as the CPD head coach. Greg, who has a career record of 15-11, is a 20 year veteran of the CPD and a 19 year coaching veteran. In addition to his duties with the Enforcers, he has also served as a coach on the high school level at Washington, St. Francis de Sales, Chicago Christian, and Brother Rice. Greg is the Enforcers primary offensive play caller.
THE CAPTAINS
The Enforcers will be led in their tenth anniversary season by captains Jim Lazansky (OL), Will Murphy (SS), Rick Richardson (LB), Jason Slater (LB), and Bob Slechter (WR/QB).
The Enforcers will be led in their tenth anniversary season by captains Jim Lazansky (OL), Will Murphy (SS), Rick Richardson (LB), Jason Slater (LB), and Bob Slechter (WR/QB).
Enforcer Captain Rick Richardson
THE JERSEYS
Those who have followed the Enforcers will get quite a surprise on Saturday, as it will be the first time the team has worn black jerseys in the city of Chicago. The jerseys, commemorating the organization's tenth season of play, include the star numbers of fallen officers printed on the numbers. While many teams roll out black jerseys as a gimmick of sorts for big games, the team decided on the color black to honor those officers who have died in the line of duty.
Those who have followed the Enforcers will get quite a surprise on Saturday, as it will be the first time the team has worn black jerseys in the city of Chicago. The jerseys, commemorating the organization's tenth season of play, include the star numbers of fallen officers printed on the numbers. While many teams roll out black jerseys as a gimmick of sorts for big games, the team decided on the color black to honor those officers who have died in the line of duty.
THE NPSFL
The Enforcers are a proud member of the National Public Safety Football League (NPSFL), a union of public safety agency football teams located across the United States. The teams are united in promoting a positive self-image to the public by raising funds for charity through spirited competition. The players, coaches, and staff members of each team don't play for money, but for the love of the game and the desire to help raise money for the various charities in the communities that they serve. The league is incorporated in New York State and is recognized as a not-for-profit organization by the Internal Revenue Service under 501c3 statute. The league is 11 man, full contact football, operating under NCAA rules for game play.
The Enforcers are a proud member of the National Public Safety Football League (NPSFL), a union of public safety agency football teams located across the United States. The teams are united in promoting a positive self-image to the public by raising funds for charity through spirited competition. The players, coaches, and staff members of each team don't play for money, but for the love of the game and the desire to help raise money for the various charities in the communities that they serve. The league is incorporated in New York State and is recognized as a not-for-profit organization by the Internal Revenue Service under 501c3 statute. The league is 11 man, full contact football, operating under NCAA rules for game play.
NPSFL STANDINGS
division i teamCharlotte Cobras
LAPD Centurions San Diego Enforcers Atlanta Defenders Columbus Marauders FDNY Bravest CPD Enforcers Orlando Guardians NYPD Finest DC Generals Philadelphia Blue Flame Dallas Defenders |
record2-0
2-0 2-0 2-1 1-0 1-0 1-1 1-2 0-0 0-1 1-1 0-2 |
DIVISION ii TEAMCentral Texas Wolfpack
Orange County Lawmen NYCD Boldest DSNY Strongest Roanoke Rampage Baltimore Warhawks Bakersfield Falcons Cleveland Warriors |
RECORD2-0
2-1 1-0 0-1 0-1 0-2 0-2 0-3 |
NPSFL SCORES
DateMarch 7th, 2015
March 14th, 2015 March 14th, 2015 March 21st, 2015 March 28th, 2015 March 28th, 2015 March 28th, 2015 March 28th, 2015 March 28th, 2015 April 11th, 2015 April 11th, 2015 April 11th, 2015 April 11th, 2015 April 11th, 2015 April 11th, 2015 April 18th, 2015 April 18th, 2015 April 18th, 2015 April 25th, 2015 April 25th, 2015 April 25th, 2015 April 25th, 2015 |
TEAMSSan Diego Enforcers @ Bakersfield Falcons
Atlanta Defenders @ Orlando Guardians LAPD Centurions @ Orange County Lawmen CPD Enforcers @ San Diego Enforcers Philadelphia Blue Flame @ Baltimore Warhawks Charlotte Cobras @ Atlanta Defenders Orange County Lawmen @ Bakersfield Falcons Cleveland Warriors @ Orlando Guardians Central Texas Wolfpack @ Dallas Defenders DC Generals @ NYCD Boldest Philadelphia Blue Flame @ LAPD Centurions Dallas Defenders @ Atlanta Defenders Roanoke Rampage @ Baltimore Warhawks CPD Enforcers @ Cleveland Warriors Orlando Guardians @ Charlotte Cobras DC Generals @ Orange County Lawmen Central Texas Wolfpack @ Roanoke Rampage FDNY Bravest @ NYCD Boldest FDNY Bravest @ Orlando Guardians Atlanta Defenders @ Cleveland Warriors Bakersfield Falcons @ Columbus Marauders Philadelphia Blue Flame @ DSNY Strongest |
scoreSan Diego 33, Bakersfield 12
Atlanta 14, Orlando 2 LAPD 49, Orange County 6 San Diego 35, CPD 8 Philadelphia 7, Baltimore 6 Charlotte 22, Atlanta 0 OC 16, Bakersfield 2 Orlando 18, Cleveland 7 Central Texas 20, Dallas 7 NYCD 15, DC 7 LAPD 28, Philadelphia 7 Atlanta 24, Dallas 21 Roanoke 21, Baltimore 13 CPD 34, Cleveland 0 Charlotte 55, Orlando 0 Orange County 34, DC 6 Central Texas 35, Roanoke 7 NYCD 9, FDNY 0 FDNY 34, Orlando 0 Atlanta 28, Cleveland 0 Columbus 57, Bakersfield 0 Philadelphia 21, DSNY 2 |
THIS WEEK IN THE NPSFL
Columbus Marauders @ CPD Enforcers
Philadelphia Blue Flame @ DC Generals
Orange County Lawmen @ Central Texas Wolfpack
San Diego Enforcers @ NYPD Finest
NYCD Boldest @ Roanoke Rampage
Dallas Defenders @ Charlotte Cobras
Columbus Marauders @ CPD Enforcers
Philadelphia Blue Flame @ DC Generals
Orange County Lawmen @ Central Texas Wolfpack
San Diego Enforcers @ NYPD Finest
NYCD Boldest @ Roanoke Rampage
Dallas Defenders @ Charlotte Cobras
ONTO THE NEXT ONE
Following the Gold Star Memorial Bowl, the Enforcers will set their sights towards the LAPD Centurions in the second of three straight home games to close the regular season. Kickoff is set for 4 pm on May 16th at Brother Rice High School.
Following the Gold Star Memorial Bowl, the Enforcers will set their sights towards the LAPD Centurions in the second of three straight home games to close the regular season. Kickoff is set for 4 pm on May 16th at Brother Rice High School.
