game preview: enforcers at SAN DIEGO ENFORCERS
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Credit: San Diego Enforcers
DATE: March 21st, 2015
TIME: 4:30 pm (Pacific Time)
LOCATION: San Diego, CA
TIME: 4:30 pm (Pacific Time)
LOCATION: San Diego, CA
Enforcers RB Chris Williams
THE LAST TIME OUT
The Enforcers are entering their tenth season of play following a 3-2 (3-1 NPSFL) season, which saw them earn victories over the Cleveland Warriors, NYCD Boldest, and the Philadelphia Blue Flame. The Enforcers wrapped up the 2014 season on June 7th with a gut-wrenching 17-15 loss to the Chicago Blaze in the 5th Annual First Responder Bowl. The game was a defensive battle in the first half, with the score knotted up at 0 after the first two quarters of play. The game came alive in the 4th quarter, however. Following an injury to quarterback Vince Macias, wide receiver George Hickey led the Enforcers down the field with under 3 minutes remaining. On 2nd and 12, Hickey attempted a play action pass that was intercepted and returned for a touchdown to give the Blaze a 14-7 lead. Hickey and the Enforcers showed no signs of quitting, however, as Hickey led the offense back down the field with under two minutes remaining. The drive was capped off by a long touchdown pass to Dan Passarelli (#5, Unit 312), who made an outstanding catch in the end zone. The Enforcers were playing to win, and converted a 2 point conversion run by rookie Rick Richardson (#44, Wheeling PD), a standout linebacker for the Enforcers who during his collegiate career played fullback at Division 1 FCS Western Illinois. With the two point conversion, the Enforcers now led 15-14 with 1:44 left to play in the ball game.
The John Welsh-led Blaze were not done, however. Welsh was able to utilize the flats to pick up big chunks of yardage through the air, driving the Blaze offense down the field. The game looked to be in hand following a pass breakup in the end zone by defensive back Chris Rodgers, but a questionable pass interference flag was thrown. With six seconds remaining in the game, the Blaze were able to kick a short field goal to give them the 17-15 lead that they would not relinquish.
After such a tough end to the 2014 season, the team is looking ahead to the future, starting with what promises to be an outstanding season opener against the San Diego Enforcers.
The Enforcers are entering their tenth season of play following a 3-2 (3-1 NPSFL) season, which saw them earn victories over the Cleveland Warriors, NYCD Boldest, and the Philadelphia Blue Flame. The Enforcers wrapped up the 2014 season on June 7th with a gut-wrenching 17-15 loss to the Chicago Blaze in the 5th Annual First Responder Bowl. The game was a defensive battle in the first half, with the score knotted up at 0 after the first two quarters of play. The game came alive in the 4th quarter, however. Following an injury to quarterback Vince Macias, wide receiver George Hickey led the Enforcers down the field with under 3 minutes remaining. On 2nd and 12, Hickey attempted a play action pass that was intercepted and returned for a touchdown to give the Blaze a 14-7 lead. Hickey and the Enforcers showed no signs of quitting, however, as Hickey led the offense back down the field with under two minutes remaining. The drive was capped off by a long touchdown pass to Dan Passarelli (#5, Unit 312), who made an outstanding catch in the end zone. The Enforcers were playing to win, and converted a 2 point conversion run by rookie Rick Richardson (#44, Wheeling PD), a standout linebacker for the Enforcers who during his collegiate career played fullback at Division 1 FCS Western Illinois. With the two point conversion, the Enforcers now led 15-14 with 1:44 left to play in the ball game.
The John Welsh-led Blaze were not done, however. Welsh was able to utilize the flats to pick up big chunks of yardage through the air, driving the Blaze offense down the field. The game looked to be in hand following a pass breakup in the end zone by defensive back Chris Rodgers, but a questionable pass interference flag was thrown. With six seconds remaining in the game, the Blaze were able to kick a short field goal to give them the 17-15 lead that they would not relinquish.
After such a tough end to the 2014 season, the team is looking ahead to the future, starting with what promises to be an outstanding season opener against the San Diego Enforcers.
Credit: San Diego Enforcers
THE OPPONENT
The Enforcers will kick off the 2015 season against the San Diego Enforcers, one of the traditional powers of the NPSFL. The 2014 was a successful one for San Diego, seeing them fall in the NPSFL National Championship to the NYPD Finest. San Diego is back to their winning ways already in 2015, carrying a 1-0 (1-0 NPSFL) record into the match up with the Enforcers. San Diego opened up the 2015 season on the road back on March 9th, securing a 33-12 victory over the Bakersfield Falcons. San Diego carried a 33-0 lead into the locker room at halftime, with their defense playing a major role in their win. San Diego is led by quarterback JJ Carrell, wide receivers Casey Ryan and Michael Chinn, and linebacker Jarad Preston.
Off the field, San Diego is universally renowned as one of the league leaders in charitable activities. They have donated over $110,000 to charity since 2008, and are partnered with United Cerebral Palsy of San Diego County. Regardless of the final score, the game on March 21st will surely be viewed as a great competition between two teams who embody what it means to be part of the National Public Safety Football League.
The Enforcers are 1-0 all time vs. San Diego, with the only previous match up coming in 2008 in Chicago.
The Enforcers will kick off the 2015 season against the San Diego Enforcers, one of the traditional powers of the NPSFL. The 2014 was a successful one for San Diego, seeing them fall in the NPSFL National Championship to the NYPD Finest. San Diego is back to their winning ways already in 2015, carrying a 1-0 (1-0 NPSFL) record into the match up with the Enforcers. San Diego opened up the 2015 season on the road back on March 9th, securing a 33-12 victory over the Bakersfield Falcons. San Diego carried a 33-0 lead into the locker room at halftime, with their defense playing a major role in their win. San Diego is led by quarterback JJ Carrell, wide receivers Casey Ryan and Michael Chinn, and linebacker Jarad Preston.
Off the field, San Diego is universally renowned as one of the league leaders in charitable activities. They have donated over $110,000 to charity since 2008, and are partnered with United Cerebral Palsy of San Diego County. Regardless of the final score, the game on March 21st will surely be viewed as a great competition between two teams who embody what it means to be part of the National Public Safety Football League.
The Enforcers are 1-0 all time vs. San Diego, with the only previous match up coming in 2008 in Chicago.
Cathedral Catholic High School, San Diego, CA
THE VENUE
The Enforcer vs. Enforcer contest will be taking place at San Diego's Cathedral Catholic High School, home of the Dons. The picturesque campus on Del Mar Road is sure to provide a great football setting for the Enforcers' first trip to San Diego.
The Enforcer vs. Enforcer contest will be taking place at San Diego's Cathedral Catholic High School, home of the Dons. The picturesque campus on Del Mar Road is sure to provide a great football setting for the Enforcers' first trip to San Diego.
THE COACH
The Enforcers are led by head coach Greg Zaragoza, who is entering his 6th season as the CPD head coach. Greg, who has a career record of 15-10, 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 entering his 6th season as the CPD head coach. Greg, who has a career record of 15-10, 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 Jim Lazansky
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 teamAtlanta Defenders
LAPD Centurions San Diego Enforcers Charlotte Cobras CPD Enforcers Columbus Marauders Dallas Defenders DC Generals FDNY Bravest NYPD Finest Philadelphia Blue Flame Orlando Guardians |
record1-0
1-0 1-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-1 |
DIVISION ii TEAMCentral Texas Wolfpack
Cleveland Warriors DSNY Strongest NYCD Boldest Orange County Lawmen Roanoke Rampage Baltimore Warhawks Orange County Lawmen Bakersfield Falcons |
RECORD0-0
0-0 0-0 0-0 0-1 0-0 0-0 0-1 0-1 |
NPSFL SCORES
DateMarch 7th, 2015
March 14th, 2015 March 14th, 2015 |
TEAMSSan Diego Enforcers @ Bakersfield Falcons
Atlanta Defenders @ Orlando Guardians LAPD Centurions @ Orange County Lawmen |
scoreSan Diego 33, Bakersfield 12
Atlanta 14, Orlando 2 LAPD 49, Orange County 6 |
THIS WEEK IN THE NPSFL
3/21: CPD Enforcers @ San Diego Enforcers
3/21: CPD Enforcers @ San Diego Enforcers
ONTO THE NEXT ONE
Following the trip to San Diego, the Enforcers will next travel to Parma, Ohio, to take on the long-time rival Cleveland Warriors. Kickoff at Byers Field is TBA.
Following the trip to San Diego, the Enforcers will next travel to Parma, Ohio, to take on the long-time rival Cleveland Warriors. Kickoff at Byers Field is TBA.
