Archive for August, 2010
Game 2 Story
Game Story: Mill Woods Grizzlies
The Grizzlies started the game looking confident, coming fresh off a win against the Sherwood Park Rams. Both teams started strong, showing a lot of tackling. The Cougars were first on the scoreboard, but were unable to convert, making the score 6-0 early in the game. The Grizzlies pushed the ball down the field but lost a key drive due to a fumble deep in the Cougar’s end allowing the Cougar’s good field position to end the first quarter.
The Grizzlies defence was not as sharp this quarter. The Cougars started the second quarter by making 8 great pushes to move the sticks down the field to within 25 yards. The Grizzlies defence started to work as a unit and were able to regain possession before the Cougars scored again. The quarter continued to be a back and forth struggle for awhile, with the Cougars being the victor and scoring a second touchdown, again with an unsuccessful convert. With the score now 12-0 and near the end of the second quarter #96, Jonathan Muamba carried the ball a little too far and was rushed into the sideline to tumble with one of our sticks persons and our announcer. Parent participation at its finest! The Cougars again got possession at midfield after 5 offensive tries and a fumble from the Grizzlies. The Cougars receive a 40 yard pass resulting in another touchdown, followed by an unsuccessful convert. The score becomes 18-0.
The Grizzlies offence started this quarter by pushing the ball up the field nicely only to lose possession midfield. After 5 pushes and feeling the pressure from the Grizzlies defence, the Cougars decided to kick. #31 Jeremiah Varghese returned the ball 80 yards for an amazing touchdown. However, due to a flag on the play for roughing, the Grizzlies still do not make it on the scoreboard. The tug of war continued up and down the field with no one scoring. The Grizzlies faced several detrimental penalties in this quarter adding to their frustration. Near the end of the quarter, the Grizzlies had made 12 pushes and were at the goal line only to have the Cougars intercept the pass. From the 20 yard line # 20 Quinn Polley of the Cougars received a pass and ran 90 yards for the Cougars fourth touchdown of the game. The Cougars kicked, unsuccessfully, with the ball hitting the uprights. The score is now 24-0.
The fourth quarter began the way the third one ended with another Cougar touchdown, this time followed by a successful field goal. The score is 31-0. With 7 offensive attempts the Grizzlies finally took the ball across the line! And no flag! The Grizzlies are finally on the scoreboard and follow with a playbook 2 point conversion. The score is 31-08. The game continued to be a battle to the bitter end. Both teams defence were on top of their game preventing further scoring. The outcome of this game was greatly affected by the number of penalties incurred by the Grizzlies.
Final score: Cougars 31 Grizzlies 08
Game 1 Story
Game Story: Mill Woods Grizzlies
Millwood’s Grizzlies v Sherwood Park Rams
Overcast day but great day for football (Aug 22/10)
Grizzlies kick off into the end zone of the Rams
Rams Concede for 1
Rams take the ball on their 35
8 plays they run it in for a TD
4 plays in on kick off from the Rams TD #31 Jeremiah Varghese runs it in for a 50yd TD and Grizzlies convert for 2
14 – 9 with 8 mins. left in second quarter
15-14 with 6 min left before ½ time
Again Grizzlies go for the 2 point conversion and get it. #96 Jonathan Muamba runs a 50yrd TD
Rams score a TD with 4 min left in half 20-17
Grizzlies get back and throw for a 70yrd TD by #72 Sheldon Shaw
No conversion. Score is now 23-20
With 1min left #30 Fabeian Johnson runs a 80yrd handoff for a TD we convert for 2 score is now 31-20 for Grizzlies at the end of the first half.
With the clock running out 7 secs left in the first the Rams try for a TD and get it unsuccessful at the conversion and score is now 31-26.
2nd Half
Overcast with an infrequent showing of the sun.
Rams kick off, #31 Jeremiah Varghese carries it for 31 yards.
#92 Brant Shultz receives a 25 yard pass and takes it over the line, counting #5 TD’s for Millwood’s today.
#87 Frederic Muamba carries across Millwood’s 4th completed conversion.
Rams have possession of the ball and are moving the ball up the field, #96 Jonathon Muamba intercepts the pass, and runs it down the field for an 85 yard touchdown.
Followed up by another playbook convert fifth of the day carried across by #30 Fabeian Johnson.
#31 Jeremiah Varghese had a great 40 + yard run, with flags everywhere. This will now be called the “Saskatchewan Play”…too many men for Millwood’s.
5 minutes left in the 4th quarter and we hold the Rams at the 52 yard line and retake possession.
Millwood’s has possession and Sherwood Park decides to run the “Saskatchewan Play” (too many men) which pushes us 10 yards closer to the goal.
3 minutes left in the game and #30 Fabeian Johnson runs it in for the last score maker of the day.
The sun came out to end the day. The task at next practise for both teams will be explaining that there are no Baker’s Dozens allowed on the field.
Game 2 Story
Game Story: Stony Plain Bombers
The weather held out for the Stony Plain Bombers home game against the Mill Woods Maulers. The first quarter started out with a TD from Logan and Garrison answering the TD with a 2 point conversion kick. Garrison then ran it in for another TD and answered that with his own conversion kick. Ryan, Logan and Ben had some awesome tackles as well.
30 seconds into the second quarter Ben intercepted a throw from the Maulers to take over possession of the ball. The game didn’t stop there, we had several TD passes, Nick sacked the quarterback in the third quarter, Jon fought off a huge Mauler who was at least a foot taller than him the whole game, Logan runs the ball at least 65 yards for a TD. The Maulers score their first touch down but Nick “takes one for the team” to stop their conversion play.
This games wasn’t without competition! The Maulers gave us a run for our money in the mental part of the game. Both teams kept their composure as best they could!
Thanks to the Maulers for coming out to Spruce Grove and playing a great game. Good luck to you!!
Game 2 Story
Game Story: Mill Woods Grizzlies
With perfect football weather, the Millwoods Grizzlies hosted the Spruce Grove Cougars Sunday afternoon. After strong defensive play by both sides throughout most of the 1st quarter Millwoods broke through the left side with a long run for a major.
The offense was worried by the constant pass rushing of the Cougars, however for the most part, our quarterback was able to get rid of the ball. The Grizzlies with outside speed and blocking were successful in running the ball on both sides. The inside run was in tough again this week as they faced an aggressive defensive line. A smart play call and good execution resulted in another touchdown in the second half.
The defense showed moments of strong field tackling and a number of long runs were stopped. A number of fumbles were caused by focused hits on the Cougar ball carriers. Great positional play resulted in an interception, however the officials called it back.
The improvement in special teams this week was great. Kicks were solid, positions found with ease and the receiving team controlled the ball well.
Improved team! Go Grizzlies!
Thanks go out to the Cougars cheerleading squad for a great halftime show!
Game 1 Story
Game Story: Mill Woods Grizzlies
The Pee Wee Grizzlies were in tough Sunday afternoon against their fellow MMF team, the Maulers.
With the Maulers blitzing from the very first play, the offense protected their quarterback who went the entire game without a sack. Several good throws and key catches show the promise of the budding offense. A pressured throw resulted in an interception for the Maulers and a major score. A third down punt surprised the Maulers and gained valuable field position for our team. Our running game showed speed to the outside, while the experienced Maulers defensive line stalled our inside running game.
With their eye on the ball, the defense recovered 2 Mauler fumbles and strong effort resulted in a forced fumble and another recovery for the Grizzlies. The defensive core gained experience from the strong Maulers passing game. The Grizzlies shut down the Maulers inside run but struggled to contain the outside run. Special teams, both kick off and return, once positioned, played the ball very well.
With almost half of the Grizzlies playing in their first ever football game, the Millwoods Maulers bested them 22 – 0 in the premiere outing of the season. Well done!!
Game 2 Story
Game Story: Mill Woods Grizzlies
On a chilly Sunday morning the Grizzlies took to the field in Millwoods for a contest with the Seahawks. The Grizzlies kicked off to the Seahawks and held them to a two and out before getting the ball on offense and scoring quite quickly.
The Seahawks displayed an effective aerial attack and scored on a long pitch and pass, with a successful one point convert they took the lead. Millwoods had trouble holding on to the ball fumbling twice which helped the Seahawks score again to take a 14 to 6 lead.
In the second half the Grizzlies settled down and executed much better, taking the lead early in the third quarter and keeping it for the rest of the game.
Thanks to the Seahawks for a good and well played game.
Final Score: Grizzlies 38, Seahawks 14.
Game Story: Edmonton Seahawks
August 29 saw the Edmonton Seahawks hosted by the Millwoods Grizzlies.
The weather was brisk and it took several efforts to verify that it was August and not October. This was the second exhibition game for the Seahawks and they fought hard. The first half revealed a well-coached and solid Millwoods team that gave the Seahawks a run for the money. But the Seahawks hung in and recovered a couple of turnovers which sparked their offense. A balanced attack and tenacious
defense soon rewarded their efforts and the score at halftime was 14-12 for the Seahawks.
The second half revealed the depth and persistence of the mighty Millwoods Grizzlies, who continued to attack. Though the Seahawks fought back with several notable runs, passes, and tackles, the Grizzlies soon demonstrated their football prowess, finishing with an impressive victory.
Despite a lopsided score, there were many reasons for fans on both sides to cheer on their favorites. And if this game is any indication it should be an entertaining season for Atom’s fans.
Game 1 Story
Game Story: Mill Woods Grizzlies
It was overcast on Sunday as the Millwoods Grizzlies took to the brand new field turf at Johnny Bright Bowl to play the Camrose Buffalos but the rain stayed away and it was a great day for football.
The Buffalos started strong scoring on their first two possessions to take a 12-0 lead. The Grizzlies overcame some nervousness, settled down and started to execute much better in the second quarter. At half time, the Buffalos led 18-14.
The second half showed significant improvement for Millwoods scoring three touchdowns and keeping Camrose out of the end zone.
It was a good, hard hitting and entertaining Atom football game with both teams playing well.
Final score: Grizzlies 32-Buffalos 18.
Special Thanks to the Bantam Grizzlies who were there to cheer the Atoms off the field.
Bus for Game #1
The bus will be leaving the practice field at 9:15, bring both sets of jerseys and please arrive by 9:00