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San Diego Blitz by Solana_Steve
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Cirano by Cirano
Match of the Day

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Kickoff: 2026-02-20 18:00:00 (Champ of Champs)
Team   Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 OT FT
San Diego Blitz
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7
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21
@ Cirano
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7
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7
Attendance: 140813
Quarter:
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15:00 Cointoss won by San Diego Blitz, elects to receive
15:00 Paolo Ballan (K) kicks the ball, the kick goes out of bounds, PENALTY: Kickoff out of bounds, receiving team starts on their 35 yard line, offense is on the field now, 1 and 10 on own 35 more
15:00 1 and 10 to go on own 35, Galen Quarles (OC) snaps the ball to Hans-Werner Melík (QB), Hans-Werner Melík (QB) selected Douglas Swift (WR/L) as target, Giustino George (DE/L) breaks through the line, Roberto Cortés (FB/R) blocks, Leopoldo Albert (MLB) seems to go for the blitz, Hans-Werner Melík (QB) gets sacked by Leopoldo Albert (MLB), 7 yards for loss (Shotgun 2 WR vs. 4-4-3) more
14:35 2 and 17 to go on own 28, Galen Quarles (OC) snaps the ball to Hans-Werner Melík (QB), who hands off to Gaplan Stteiner (HB/C), he starts running over the left end, Jon Powell (DE/R) breaks through, Rodrigo Alessi (MLB) goes for the blitz, Roberto Cortés (FB/C) blocks, Gaplan Stteiner (HB/C) tackled by Giustino George (DE/L), forward progress: tackle for loss of 1 yards (I-formation vs. 5-3-3) more
14:07 3 and 18 to go on own 27, Galen Quarles (OC) snaps the ball to Hans-Werner Melík (QB), Hans-Werner Melík (QB) selected Rayford Volpe (WR/R) as target, Raphael Large (OLB/R) seems to go for the blitz, the pass goes outer right to the receiver, incomplete, he was not able to make the catch, no progress (Flexbone vs. 3-4-4) more
13:59 Ray Thornhill (P) punts the ball from own 27 for 43, Joseph Denham (KR/C) is returning the ball, tackled by Rayford Banks (G/L), this was a 8 yards return
13:55 1 and 10 to go on own 38, Andrea Ellison (OC) snaps the ball to Andrea Banks (QB), Andrea Banks (QB) selected Reece Nolan (WR/R) as target, Joseph Boyles (OLB/L) seems to go for the blitz, this inner right pass is incomplete, overthrown, no progress (Wishbone vs. 3-4-4) more
13:47 2 and 10 to go on own 38, Andrea Ellison (OC) snaps the ball to Andrea Banks (QB), Andrea Banks (QB) selected Giuseppe Santana (WR/L) as target, Dino Bundy (DE/R) breaks through the line, Alonzo Myers (FB/R) blocks, the pass goes outer left to the receiver, incomplete, he was not able to make the catch, no progress (Shotgun 2 WR vs. 3-4-4) more
13:38 3 and 10 to go on own 38, Andrea Ellison (OC) snaps the ball to Andrea Banks (QB), Andrea Banks (QB) selected Rezsõ Menyhárt (WR/R) as target, Ronen Isaac (DE/L) breaks through the line, the pass goes inner right to the receiver, who catches the ball, the tackle was missed by Reggie Gonzalez (CB/L), Orion Buckingham (OLB/L) tackled him, forward progress: 12 yards, New first down (Singleback Spread vs. 3-4-4) more
13:30 San Diego Blitz: Reggie Gonzalez (CB/L) injured (Twisted knee) during the play (Singleback Spread vs. 3-4-4) more
13:30 1 and 10 to go on 50, Andrea Ellison (OC) snaps the ball to Andrea Banks (QB), Harry Rock (HB/C) gets the ball, he starts running over the left guard, Dino Bundy (DE/L) breaks through, Karl-Heinz Baumann (DT/R) brings down Harry Rock (HB/C), nice tackle, forward progress: 1 yards (Singleback Spread vs. 4-4-3) more
13:02 2 and 9 to go on opp 49, Andrea Ellison (OC) snaps the ball to Andrea Banks (QB), Andrea Banks (QB) selected Reece Nolan (WR/R) as target, the pass goes outer right to the receiver, incomplete, he was not able to make the catch, no progress (Flexbone vs. 3-4-4) more
12:54 3 and 9 to go on opp 49, Andrea Ellison (OC) snaps the ball to Andrea Banks (QB), Andrea Banks (QB) selected Rezsõ Menyhárt (WR/R) as target, Orion Buckingham (OLB/L) seems to go for the blitz, the pass goes inner right to the receiver, who catches the ball, Rezsõ Menyhárt (WR/R) tackled by Theron Wyatt (CB/L), forward progress: 4 yards (Singleback Spread vs. 3-4-4) more
12:20 Gregorio Bassi (P) punts the ball from opp 45 for 51, this is a touchback
12:20 1 and 10 to go on own 20, Galen Quarles (OC) snaps the ball to Hans-Werner Melík (QB), Hans-Werner Melík (QB) selected Douglas Swift (WR/R) as target, Raphael Large (OLB/R) seems to go for the blitz, the receiver of this outer screen right pass catches the ball, Douglas Swift (WR/R) tackled by Prokop Král (CB/L), forward progress: 5 yards (Pro set vs. 4-4-3) more
11:51 2 and 5 to go on own 25, Galen Quarles (OC) snaps the ball to Hans-Werner Melík (QB), Hans-Werner Melík (QB) selected Douglas Swift (WR/L) as target, Raphael Large (OLB/R) seems to go for the blitz, this outer left pass is incomplete, overthrown, no progress (Wishbone vs. 4-4-3) more
11:42 3 and 5 to go on own 25, Galen Quarles (OC) snaps the ball to Hans-Werner Melík (QB), Hans-Werner Melík (QB) selected Leon Hawks (TE/R) as target, Rodrigo Alessi (MLB) seems to go for the blitz, this inner right pass is incomplete, overthrown, no progress (Pro set vs. 3-4-4) more
11:34 Ray Thornhill (P) punts the ball from own 25 for 46, Joseph Denham (KR/C) is returning the ball, no, he signals a Fair Catch, no return
11:34 1 and 10 to go on own 29, Andrea Ellison (OC) snaps the ball to Andrea Banks (QB), Andrea Banks (QB) selected Reece Nolan (WR/R) as target, Ronen Isaac (DE/R) breaks through the line, Sherman Pleasant (MLB) seems to go for the blitz, this outer right pass goes to the receiver, who catches the ball, Theron Wyatt (CB/L) tackled him, forward progress: 13 yards, New first down (Singleback Spread vs. 3-4-4) more
11:02 1 and 10 to go on own 42, Andrea Ellison (OC) snaps the ball to Andrea Banks (QB), Andrea Banks (QB) selected Giuseppe Santana (WR/L) as target, the pass goes inner left to the receiver, incomplete, overthrown, no progress (Wishbone vs. 4-4-3) more
10:54 Cirano: Andrea Banks (QB) injured (Twisted knee) during the play (Wishbone vs. 4-4-3) more
10:54 2 and 10 to go on own 42, Andrea Ellison (OC) snaps the ball to Cai Gywn (QB), who hands off to Alonzo Myers (FB/R), this seems to be a run over the center, Alonzo Myers (FB/R) tackled by Linus Fagerli (MLB), forward progress: 7 yards (Shotgun 4 WR vs. 3-4-4) more
10:25 3 and 3 to go on own 49, Andrea Ellison (OC) snaps the ball to Cai Gywn (QB), Cai Gywn (QB) selected Giuseppe Santana (WR/L) as target, Orion Buckingham (OLB/L) seems to go for the blitz, he passes outer left for 4 yards to him, intercepted by Timmy Maxwell (CB/R) on the opp 47 (I-formation vs. 3-4-4) more
10:22 Timmy Maxwell (CB/R) returns the ball, Giuseppe Santana (WR/L) is not able to make the tackle, Cai Gywn (QB) is not able to make the tackle, Harry Rock (HB/C) made the tackle, this was a 24 yards interception return (3-4-4 vs. I-formation) more
10:14 1 and 10 to go on opp 29, Galen Quarles (OC) snaps the ball to Hans-Werner Melík (QB), Hans-Werner Melík (QB) selected Phil Crump (WR/L) as target, the pass goes inner left to the receiver, who catches the ball, Salvatore Caro (CB/R) missed the tackle, Thomas Kurtti (FS/C) tackled him, forward progress: 8 yards (Pro set vs. 4-4-3) more
9:43 2 and 2 to go on opp 21, Galen Quarles (OC) snaps the ball to Hans-Werner Melík (QB), Hans-Werner Melík (QB) selected Leon Hawks (TE/L) as target, Raphael Large (OLB/R) seems to go for the blitz, the pass goes inner left to the receiver, who catches the ball, Leon Hawks (TE/L) sees no OLBs, there is no SS who could tackle him, finally he gets tackled by Thomas Kurtti (FS/C), forward progress: 1 yards (Singleback Big vs. 5-3-3) more
9:01 3 and 1 to go on opp 20, Wyatt Vandyke (OC) snaps the ball to Hans-Werner Melík (QB), hands off to Gaplan Stteiner (HB/L), he starts running over the left end, the well blocked Defense Line can not do anything against, Gaplan Stteiner (HB/L) tackled by Raphael Large (OLB/R), forward progress: 2 yards, New first down (Wishbone vs. 3-4-4) more
8:32 1 and 10 to go on opp 18, Wyatt Vandyke (OC) snaps the ball to Hans-Werner Melík (QB), hands off to Teddy Bennett (HB/R), he starts running over the left guard, Rodrigo Alessi (MLB) goes for the blitz, Virgilio Petersen (NT) tackles Teddy Bennett (HB/R), forward progress: tackle for loss of 1 yards (Pro set vs. 3-4-4) more
8:05 2 and 11 to go on opp 19, Galen Quarles (OC) snaps the ball to Hans-Werner Melík (QB), who hands off to Teddy Bennett (HB/R), this seems to be a run over the right end, Michele Huntington (OLB/L) goes for the blitz, Teddy Bennett (HB/R) sees no OLBs, there is no SS who could tackle him, Teddy Bennett (HB/R) tackled by Prokop Král (CB/L), forward progress: 14 yards, New first down (Wishbone vs. 4-4-3) more
7:33 1 and goal to go on opp 5, Galen Quarles (OC) snaps the ball to Hans-Werner Melík (QB), Hans-Werner Melík (QB) selected Leon Hawks (TE/L) as target, Giustino George (DE/L) breaks through the line, Roberto Cortés (FB/R) blocks, Rodrigo Alessi (MLB) seems to go for the blitz, the receiver of this inner left pass catches the ball, Leon Hawks (TE/L) tackled by Raphael Large (OLB/R), forward progress: 5 yards (Shotgun 2 WR vs. 4-4-3) more
7:22 touchdown more
7:22 Ball spotted on the 15, Marshall Castle (K) kicks the ball for the PAT, PAT is good
7:22 Marshall Castle (K) kicks the ball for 66, results in a touchback, offense is on the field now, 1 and 10 on own 20 more
7:22 1 and 10 to go on own 20, Andrea Ellison (OC) snaps the ball to Cai Gywn (QB), Cai Gywn (QB) selected Reece Nolan (WR/R) as target, Noel Rowan (DE/L) breaks through, Alonzo Myers (FB/R) blocks, this outer screen right pass goes to the receiver, who catches the ball, Reece Nolan (WR/R) tackled by Theron Wyatt (CB/L), forward progress: 9 yards (Shotgun 4 WR vs. 3-4-4) more
6:53 2 and 1 to go on own 29, Andrea Ellison (OC) snaps the ball to Cai Gywn (QB), who hands off to Harry Rock (HB/C), this seems to be a run over the right tackle, Harry Rock (HB/C) tackled by Sherman Pleasant (MLB), forward progress: 4 yards, New first down (I-formation vs. 5-3-3) more
6:24 1 and 10 to go on own 33, Andrea Ellison (OC) snaps the ball to Cai Gywn (QB), Joseph Denham (HB/R) gets the ball, this seems to be a run over the right tackle, Sherman Pleasant (MLB) goes for the blitz, and gets tackled by Trevor Banks (SS/L), forward progress: 8 yards (Wishbone vs. 3-4-4) more
5:53 2 and 2 to go on own 41, Andrea Ellison (OC) snaps the ball to Cai Gywn (QB), Cai Gywn (QB) selected Giuseppe Santana (WR/L) as target, the receiver of this inner left pass catches the ball, Giuseppe Santana (WR/L) tackled by Timmy Maxwell (CB/R), forward progress: 6 yards, New first down (Wishbone vs. 3-4-4) more
5:19 1 and 10 to go on own 47, Andrea Ellison (OC) snaps the ball to Cai Gywn (QB), Cai Gywn (QB) selected Rezsõ Menyhárt (WR/R) as target, Ronen Isaac (DE/R) breaks through the line, Alonzo Myers (FB/R) blocks, this inner right pass goes to the receiver, who catches the ball, Theron Wyatt (CB/L) missed his chance for a tackle, Orion Buckingham (OLB/L) tackled him, forward progress: 10 yards, New first down (Shotgun 4 WR vs. 3-4-4) more
4:48 1 and 10 to go on opp 43, Andrea Ellison (OC) snaps the ball to Cai Gywn (QB), Cai Gywn (QB) selected Reece Nolan (WR/R) as target, Bo Huskey (OLB/R) seems to go for the blitz, Alonzo Myers (FB/R) blocks, the pass goes outer right to the receiver, who catches the ball, tackled by Joseph Boyles (OLB/L), forward progress: 14 yards, New first down (Shotgun 4 WR vs. 3-4-4) more
4:16 1 and 10 to go on opp 29, Andrea Ellison (OC) snaps the ball to Cai Gywn (QB), Cai Gywn (QB) selected Mauro Del Gaudio (TE/R) as target, Noel Rowan (DE/L) breaks through the line, Alonzo Myers (FB/C) blocks, Orion Buckingham (OLB/R) seems to go for the blitz, Cai Gywn (QB) gets sacked by Orion Buckingham (OLB/R), 10 yards for loss (Big I formation vs. 3-4-4) more
4:14 San Diego Blitz: Reggie Gonzalez (CB/L) is back in the game after his injury (Big I formation vs. 3-4-4) more
3:51 2 and 20 to go on opp 39, Andrea Ellison (OC) snaps the ball to Cai Gywn (QB), who hands off to Harry Rock (HB/C), he starts running over the left end, Noel Rowan (DE/L) brings down Harry Rock (HB/C), nice tackle, forward progress: 1 yards (Singleback Spread vs. 4-4-3) more
3:46 Cirano: Andrea Banks (QB) is back in the game after his injury (Singleback Spread vs. 4-4-3) more
3:23 3 and 19 to go on opp 38, Andrea Ellison (OC) snaps the ball to Andrea Banks (QB), Andrea Banks (QB) selected Gian Piero Vera (WR/L) as target, Bo Huskey (MLB) seems to go for the blitz, Dino Bundy (DE/L) breaks through, Andrea Banks (QB) gets sacked by Bo Huskey (MLB), 8 yards for loss (Singleback Spread vs. 3-4-4) more
2:58 Gregorio Bassi (P) punts the ball from opp 46 for 36, out of bounds
2:58 1 and 10 to go on own 10, Galen Quarles (OC) snaps the ball to Hans-Werner Melík (QB), Hans-Werner Melík (QB) selected Leon Hawks (TE/R) as target, Giustino George (DE/L) breaks through the line, Roberto Cortés (FB/C) blocks, Michele Huntington (OLB/L) seems to go for the blitz, this inner right pass is incomplete, overthrown, no progress (I-formation vs. 5-3-3) more
2:49 2 and 10 to go on own 10, Galen Quarles (OC) snaps the ball to Hans-Werner Melík (QB), hands off to Teddy Bennett (HB/L), this seems to be a run over the left end, Teddy Bennett (HB/L) tackled by Raphael Large (OLB/R), forward progress: 6 yards (Flexbone vs. 5-3-3) more
2:20 3 and 4 to go on own 16, Galen Quarles (OC) snaps the ball to Hans-Werner Melík (QB), Gaplan Stteiner (HB/C) gets the ball, this seems to be a run over the right guard, Rodrigo Alessi (MLB) goes for the blitz, Gaplan Stteiner (HB/C) avoids the tackle of Virgilio Petersen (NT), Gaplan Stteiner (HB/C) tackled by Leopoldo Albert (MLB), forward progress: 8 yards, New first down (I-formation vs. 3-4-4) more
1:51 1 and 10 to go on own 24, Wyatt Vandyke (OC) snaps the ball to Hans-Werner Melík (QB), Hans-Werner Melík (QB) selected Rayford Volpe (WR/L) as target, Denis Melnikov (DE/R) breaks through the line, Roberto Cortés (FB/C) blocks, this outer left pass goes to the receiver, who catches the ball, Margarito Triplett (CB/R) missed his chance for a tackle, tackled by Hé Loong (OLB/R), forward progress: 12 yards, New first down (I-formation vs. 5-3-3) more
1:20 1 and 10 to go on own 36, Galen Quarles (OC) snaps the ball to Hans-Werner Melík (QB), Hans-Werner Melík (QB) selected Rayford Volpe (WR/R) as target, Leopoldo Albert (MLB) seems to go for the blitz, overthrown outer right pass, incomplete, no progress (I-formation vs. 5-3-3) more
1:11 2 and 10 to go on own 36, Galen Quarles (OC) snaps the ball to Hans-Werner Melík (QB), hands off to Teddy Bennett (HB/R), he starts running over the right end, Hé Loong (OLB/R) goes for the blitz, Denis Melnikov (DE/R) brings down Teddy Bennett (HB/R), nice tackle, forward progress: no gain (Wishbone vs. 4-4-3) more
0:44 3 and 10 to go on own 36, Galen Quarles (OC) snaps the ball to Hans-Werner Melík (QB), Hans-Werner Melík (QB) selected Rayford Volpe (WR/R) as target, Jon Powell (DE/L) breaks through the line, Roberto Cortés (FB/R) blocks, the pass goes outer right to the receiver, incomplete, he was not able to make the catch, no progress (Shotgun 2 WR vs. 3-4-4) more
0:35 Ray Thornhill (P) punts the ball from own 36 for 51, Joseph Denham (KR/C) is returning the ball, Raymundo Dorsey (G/R) missed the tackle,Dexter Mathews (TE/R) missed the tackle,tackled by Leon Hawks (TE/L), this was a 15 yards return
0:29 1 and 10 to go on own 28, Andrea Ellison (OC) snaps the ball to Andrea Banks (QB), hands off to Alonzo Myers (FB/R), this seems to be a run over the left end, Bo Huskey (OLB/L) goes for the blitz, Mauro Del Gaudio (TE/R) blocks, the blockers crushed the Defense Line, Alonzo Myers (FB/R) tackled by Orion Buckingham (OLB/R), forward progress: 4 yards (Shotgun 2 WR vs. 3-4-4) more
0:00 2 and 6 to go on own 32, Andrea Ellison (OC) snaps the ball to Andrea Banks (QB), who hands off to Alonzo Myers (FB/R), this seems to be a run over the center, Ronen Isaac (DE/R) breaks through, Abram Schmitt (TE/L) blocks, and gets tackled by Lance Sanders (SS/L), forward progress: 13 yards, New first down (Shotgun 2 WR vs. 3-4-4) more
Recap

Highlights of the 2023 Champ of Champs Match

Written by: Reginald "The Optimist" Blusterbottom

In an electrifying clash held at the illustrious Alan Ford Arena, where an astounding 140,813 fans gathered to witness this epic contest, the Cirano team, a brave underdog, faced the formidable San Diego Blitz in a game that was anything but predictable.

The contest began with anticipation, as the San Diego Blitz elected to receive and quickly displayed their offensive prowess. However, the first quarter saw some unfortunate mishaps for both teams, including a few incomplete passes and critical sacks. The Blitz's Hans-Werner Melík was particularly cool under pressure, but even he couldn't escape trouble when he was sacked, shedding light on the defensive prowess of Cirano.

As the first quarter progressed, a significant turning point emerged when Cirano’s Cai Gywn attempted a pass that resulted in an interception by the Blitz’s Timmy Maxwell, who made a remarkable return that shifted the momentum. The Blitz capitalized on this golden opportunity as they pushed into Cirano’s territory, culminating in a touchdown that finally put them on the scoreboard.

Despite falling behind, Cirano's tenacity was evident as they fought valiantly to regain momentum. The offense was relentless, with big gains coming from various plays and quick adaptations, showcasing the grit and determination of the home team that many pundits had written off long before kickoff. Particularly notable was the daring and strategic play, where Cirano moved into scoring position again, resulting in a strong push that led to their own touchdown later in the second quarter.

Yet, the Blitz continued to dominate. Throughout the match, Cirano faced several challenges, including turnovers that stymied their efforts. The Blitz, with their well-disciplined drives, managed to score again and again, much to the dismay of the home crowd, which continued to roar its support for Cirano, believing in them even in adversity.

The storyline turned grim for Cirano as the game entered the fourth quarter, trailing behind with a score that seemed insurmountable. Yet, the heart of a champion was apparent as they composed themselves, striving forward with every play. A final commendable effort resulted in a late touchdown, but alas, it was too little too late.

The final whistle blew with a score of San Diego Blitz 21, Cirano 7, leaving the fervent home fans heartbroken yet proud of their team's gallant performance against the odds. It is a game that will linger in memory, with hopes for redemption in the upcoming matches. For now, the spirit of play continues, as true fans never lose faith!