Week 4 Game Recaps

Novice

Blue 26, Black 20

After falling behind 14-0, Novice Black(1-3) made a furious comeback but fell short due to a few clutch defensive plays from Novice Blue (4-0).  Alexander Messina and Brandon Boeffer scored touchdowns for Black, which tied the game at halftime.  After the game Novice Black head coach Justin Klug said "Games like this show the character of our team. Blue just made plays in big spots. We'll be ready for them next time."  Novice Blue, led by Head Coach Frank Stella sit atop the Novice Division and can clinch with a win over Novice White this coming week.

Red 24, White 0

Andrew Rogers and Louis Guerra each scored rushing touchdowns and Chase Gardner and Vinny D'acierno scored defensive touchdowns to lead the Novice Red (2-2) to a 24-0 victory over a young, struggling Novice White (1-3) team.

Bantam

Purple 46, Red 6

Purple (4-0) remained undefeated as they overwhelmed the winless Bantam Red (0-4) squad.

Blue 33, Silver 27

It was a tug-of-war game that remained close until the end.  Bantam Blue (1-3) got its first win after AJ Poraccio interception return for a TD in overtime.  AJ also had another big interception late in the second quarter.  John Poraccio led the victory as QB and threw 4 touchdowns.  Bantam Silver fell to 1-3 on the season.

Burgundy 25, Black 22

Bantam Black (2-2) took an early 1st half lead 20-0, but Jacob Loff's interception return for a touchdown before the half made the score 20-6.  Burgundy's defense played a great second half, not allowing a single offensive point.  The defense came up with a hugh stop on a third down late in the game, giving the offense the ball with just 45 seconds remaining and no time outs.  A key reception by Kyle Codispodi on 4th down gave Burgundy a first down and kept the drive alive.  Mike Skarl connected with Shamos Connelly for the winning touchdown with one second remaining on the clock to keep the undefeated record at 4-0.   Burgundy meets Purple in a battle of the undefeated teams in Week 5.