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The final look at the 2018 season comes in the announcement of the Pigskin Hooligan Awards. Congratulations to the winners: Kit Martin receives MVP honors after his performance in the 2018 season. He played in all of the team’s games during the season and led the team in touchdowns (11) and PATs (7). Kit set a new franchise record with 5 touchdowns in the team’s 84-64 regular-season victory over the Wamp Rats. He also added an interception on the defensive side of the ball. Kit also receives the Breakout Player of the Year Award, given to the team’s most outstanding newcomer. Kordell McNeal receives the Defensive Player of the Year award in 2018. His skills as a defensive back on the CUAA football team translated well to the flag football field. Kordell forced several fumbles throughout the year, causing critical turnovers which gave the Hooligans a defensive stop. He also pulled many flags and played solid pass coverage during the year. Mikayla Hilton wins the Brittany Davis Memorial Award in 2018, given to the team’s most outstanding female player. She played in the team’s season opener against the White Choppas, making an impact on both sides of the ball. Mikayla scored 3 TDs and a PAT in the game, including a touchdown which gave the Hooligans a 51-50 lead late in the match. On defense she played solid pass coverage as well. Luke Diekevers receives the Individual Performance of the Year award, given out for the best single-game effort. In the team’s 84-64 victory over the Wamp Rats, he passed for 9 touchdowns which tied the franchise record for most pass TDs in a single game. Luke also added a “pick 6” on defense, accounting for 10 total TDs in the win. Hunter Lastacy receives the Sub of the Year Award in 2018, given to the most outstanding addition to the roster during the year. He played in the team’s last 2 games of the season, first signing in the Hooligans’ regular-season finale against the Charlestown Chiefs. Hunter showed good hands and a solid vertical leap, hauling in 2 TDs and 3 PATs while also passing for 2 TDs. Blake Dean receives this year’s Heart of the Hooligans Award, given to the player that best exemplifies the spirit of the franchise. Special consideration is often given to a player that sustains an injury. An offseason injury kept Blake off the field this year, but he was present at games and helped with officiating. He is expected to make a big return next season. Finally, here are the top 3 individual plays of the year: ![]() Gold Play - Cassie Allard’s game-winning touchdown, 53-42 win over Charlestown Chiefs - The Hooligans held a 44-42 lead late in the team’s final regular season game against the Charlestown Chiefs. The team looked to secure the game on their final drive and Cassie delivered, taking a short pass for a big gain all the way to the endzone. The win helped the team lock up the #2 seed in the playoffs. ![]() Silver Play - Gabe Farr scores his 5th TD of the game, 70-64 loss against #1 White Choppas - The Hooligans found themselves in a tough battle against the #1 seed White Choppas in the championship game. Gabe Farr added to an outstanding offensive total by scoring his 5th TD on a crossing route late in the contest. The touchdown tied Kit Martin’s franchise single-game record set earlier in the year. ![]() Bronze Play - Mikayla Hilton’s go-ahead TD late in the game, 58-51 loss against White Choppas - The Hooligans traded leads several times against the White Choppas in an exciting season opener. Late in the game, Mikayla took a handoff and made a power run down the left side. The touchdown pulled the team ahead 51-50 with 15 seconds remaining. Congratulations to all of the award winners! This concludes coverage of the 2018 Pigskin Hooligans season. Check back in the fall of 2019 as the team prepares to make another run at a championship. Until then...ROLL HOOLIGANS! The Pigskin Hooligans bounced back in 2018, returning to the championship game. The team finished with a 4-2 overall record on the year, falling in an exciting title game to the White Choppas. A total of 15 players competed for the team this season. The league technically featured 5 teams this year, but since one team dropped out due to schedule conflicts only 4 teams actually competed in games. The smaller league size allowed for a single round robin schedule for the regular season. All 4 teams qualified for the playoffs, with the Hooligans claiming the #2 seed after compiling a 3-1 regular season record. Let’s take a game-by-game look at the team’s results this year: The Hooligans received word on October 11 that Wakanda would have to drop out of the league. All teams were officially credited with a forfeit win on that day, giving the Hooligans a 1-0 start. The Hooligans played their first true games with a doubleheader on Sunday, November 4. In the first game, the team faced off against the White Choppas in a marquee matchup. The team trailed 16-0 early in the game, but 3 straight touchdowns paced the team to a 23-22 lead at halftime. The Choppas responded with 20 unanswered points in the second half to reclaim the lead. While a touchdown from Mikayla Hilton gave the Hooligans a 51-50 lead with 15 seconds left, the White Choppas countered with a deep pass for a quick game-winning touchdown. The Hooligans had to bounce back quickly for the second game of their doubleheader. The team got off to a sluggish start, trailing 28-8 early in the first half. Despite a rally late in the half, the Wamp Rats still held a 44-38 halftime lead. The Hooligans began to mount a comeback in the second half, scoring three straight touchdowns to take the lead. Kit Martin broke the franchise single-game touchdown record, scoring 5 in the game, and the Hooligans claimed an 84-64 win to move to 2-1. The Hooligans played their final regular season game on a chilly Sunday afternoon against the Charlestown Chiefs. The Chiefs jumped out to a 14-0 lead, once again causing the Hooligans to mount a comeback effort. The teams played to a 22-22 tie at halftime, and both teams traded touchdowns in the second half. The defining moment in the game came when Cassie Allard turned a short pass into a long gain, running for the game-winning touchdown. The victory gave the Hooligans a 3-1 overall record and the #2 seed heading into the playoffs. The Hooligans were set to face off against the #3 seed Wamp Rats in the playoffs for yet another “rivalry match”. However, the Wamp Rats were forced to forfeit due to their players either facing illnesses or a heavy homework load. The Hooligans claimed the automatic forfeit win, moving to 4-1 on the year and securing a spot in the championship game. In the championship game, the Hooligans faced off against undefeated #1 seed White Choppas in a rematch of both teams’ season opener. The Choppas jumped out to an early 12-0 lead, placing the Hooligans in a familiar position of attempting to come from behind. The team continued to convert every other time they had the ball, but the White Choppas held a 42-26 lead at halftime. After stopping several PATs and scoring a pair of their own, the Hooligans got as close as 4 points when they trailed 54-50 in the 2nd half. However, the White Choppas continued to respond with a touchdown on every possession. Despite Gabe Farr tying the franchise single-game touchdown record with 5 in the game, the Hooligans fell in a close championship game. Now that we’ve relived every individual game, let’s take a closer look at the stats and accomplishments of every player to appear in at least one game this year (stats are only counted here if earned in a Hooligans game): ![]() Gabe Farr (co-captain) - Gabe turned in a solid season in his first year with the Hooligans franchise. He assisted with team recruitment as a co-captain, bringing in several key subs for the playoffs. On the field, Gabe used his speed and great hands to record 8 total TDs on the year. He tied the franchise record for single-game touchdowns with 5 TDs in the championship game. 2018 stats: 3 GP, 1 pass TD, 8 TDs, 1 INT ![]() Mike Russell (co-captain) - Captain Russell continued to lead the Hooligans franchise in the 2018 season. He assembled a roster which led the team to a 4-2 record and another championship game appearance. On the field, Russell hauled in several receptions while seeing playing time on both sides of the ball. 2018 stats: 4 GP ![]() Amber Streeter - Amber made an impact in her first playing time with the Hooligans. She played in the second game of the team’s season-opening doubleheader, appearing in the 84-64 victory over the Wamp Rats. Amber showed ability on both sides of the ball, making a pass reception and pulling a flag on defense. 2018 stats: 1 GP ![]() Blake Dean - Blake spent the 2018 campaign on the Hooligans’ injured reserve due to an offseason injury. He was present for several of the team’s games and assisted as a referee with his keen knowledge of the game. Blake is expected to make a big return next season. 2018 stats: N/A ![]() Cassie Allard - Cassie was a solid signing for the Hooligans in 2018. She played in the final game of the team’s regular season against the Charlestown Chiefs. With the team ahead 44-42, Cassie took a short pass and ran nearly the length of the field for the game-winning touchdown. She also caught a PAT as well. 2018 stats: 1 GP, 1 TD, 1 PAT ![]() Darricle Jones - Darricle subbed in for the Hooligans in the championship game against the White Choppas. On offense he ran solid routes and caught a 2-pt conversion on the team’s last offensive series. Defensively, Darricle played solid pass coverage in the game as well. 2018 stats: 1 GP, 1 PAT ![]() Derek Nelson - Derek returned to the Hooligans to conclude his intramural career in 2018. He played in all of the team’s games throughout the year, making key contributions on both sides of the football. Derek registered one touchdown and 2 PATs during the year. 2018 stats: 4 GP, 1 TD, 2 PATs ![]() Henry Capers - Henry competed as a sub for the Hooligans in the 2018 playoffs. He appeared in the team’s championship game matchup against the White Choppas. Henry played quarterback in the first half of the match, throwing for 3 touchdowns in the contest. 2018 stats: 1 GP, 3 pass TDs ![]() Hunter Lastacy - Hunter signed with the Hooligans towards the end of the 2018 season. He provided a tall receiving target for the team, using his vertical leap to catch 2 TDs and 3 PATs on the year. Hunter also saw time at quarterback, passing for 2 touchdowns in 2 games of action. 2018 stats: 2 GP, 2 pass TDs, 2 TDs, 3 PATs ![]() Kit Martin - Kit had a standout rookie year with the franchise in 2018. He used his quickness and agility to make big gains, scoring a team-leading 11 touchdowns and 7 PATs as a Hooligan. Kit scored 5 touchdowns in the team’s 84-64 win over the Wamp Rats, setting a new franchise single-game record. 2018 stats: 4 GP, 11 TDs, 7 PATs, 1 INT ![]() Kordell McNeal - Kordell was a key addition to the Hooligans in the 2018 season. He used his speed to move the ball downfield, scoring 3 TDs and 6 PATs on the year. Defensively, Kordell made a strong impact with multiple forced fumbles, many flag grabs, and solid pass coverage. 2018 stats: 3 GP, 3 TDs, 6 PATs ![]() Luke Diekevers - Luke turned in a great year in his first season with the Hooligans in 2018. He received the nod as the starting quarterback, passing for 19 TDs and tying the Hooligan single-game record with 9 in a contest against the Wamp Rats. Luke also recorded two defensive interception returns for TDs. 2018 stats: 3 GP, 19 pass TDs, 2 TDs, 2 INTs ![]() Mikayla Hilton - Mikayla had a sensational debut with the Hooligans in 2018. She played in the team’s season opener against the White Choppas, scoring 3 touchdowns and a PAT on offense. Mikayla also played sound defense in the game, making several pass breakups. 2018 stats: 1 GP, 3 TDs, 1 PAT ![]() RJ Bortle - RJ joined the Hooligans for his first season in 2018. He began the year as a receiver, showing the ability to make catches on deep routes and snagging 2 touchdowns. RJ also saw time at quarterback in the championship game, passing for 5 TDs in the second half. 2018 stats: 2 GP, 5 pass TDs, 2 TDs ![]() Taylor Nesbitt - Taylor was a solid signing for the Hooligans in the 2018 season. She played in the team’s final regular season game against the Charlestown Chiefs. Taylor ran solid routes as a receiver and made an impact on defense with several flag grabs in the game. 2018 stats: 1 GP The Pigskin Hooligans organization would like to thank all of these players for their contributions to the team this year. Stay tuned for the announcement of the 2018 Hooligan Team Awards! The Pigskin Hooligans organization has the privilege to announce the flag football All-Star rosters for the 2018 season! As co-commissioners of the league, Pigskin Hooligans captains Mike Russell and Gabe Farr were named as the captains of the All-Star teams. Russell and Farr held a draft this past Saturday afternoon, selecting two teams of 9 players each. Let’s take a look at the players that were drafted (all interceptions listed are on defense): ![]() Mike Russell (Pigskin Hooligans) - Pigskin Hooligans captain Mike Russell makes his 8th career All-Star appearance after receiving the “commissioner bid”. He coordinated the league this year while also leading the Hooligans back to the championship game. On the field, Russell made several receptions. 2018 stats: 4 GP ![]() Elijah Abenth (White Choppas) - Elijah makes his first All-Star appearence in 2018. He finished 3rd in the league and #1 on the White Choppas with 10 TDs while also amassing 6 PATs and 2 INTs. Elijah provided a dependable receiving target, pacing the Choppas to a 6-0 season. 2018 stats: 5 GP, 1 pass TD, 10 TDs, 6 PATs, 2 INTs ![]() Hunter Kepple (Charlestown Chiefs) - Hunter makes it to the All-Star selections in his first year in the league. He split time at quarterback for the Charlestown Chiefs, passing for 10 TDs on the year. Hunter also saw time at receiver, snagging 6 TDs and 4 PATs during the season. 2018 stats: 4 GP, 10 pass TDs, 6 TDs, 4 PATs ![]() Jake Culp (Wamp Rats/Charlestown Chiefs) - Jake earns a selection to an All-Star roster in his first season in 2018. He mainly competed for the Charlestown Chiefs, recording 7 TDs and 4 PATs on the year. Jake also came up with an interception on the defensive side of the ball. 2018 stats: 5 GP, 7 TDs, 4 PATs, 1 INT ![]() Justin Dugan (Wamp Rats) - Justin receives a place as an All-Star in his first season in the league. He finished second in the league with 25 passing TDs overall, recording a pair of games with 9 pass TDs. Justin also showed the ability to run from the QB position, picking up 2 rush TDs. 2018 stats: 3 GP, 25 pass TDs, 2 TDs ![]() Luke Diekevers (Pigskin Hooligans) - Luke earns a spot as an All-Star in his rookie year in 2018. He received the starting nod as the QB for the Pigskin Hooligans, passing for 19 TDs on the year. Luke also showed solid defensive play, making two INTs which went for a “pick 6”. 2018 stats: 3 GP, 19 pass TDs, 2 TDs, 2 INTs ![]() Mikayla Hilton (Pigskin Hooligans) - Mikayla receives a selection as an All-Star in her first season. She turned in a stellar game in her one contest with the Hooligans, scoring 3 touchdowns and a PAT in the match. Mikayla also played solid defensive pass coverage. 2018 stats: 3 GP, 3 TDs, 1 PAT ![]() Ryan Abenth (White Choppas) - Ryan earns his first career spot as an All-Star after the 2018 season. The White Choppas captain assembled a championship roster while recording 4 TDs and 3 PATs during the year. Defensively, Ryan came up with an interception as well. 2018 stats: 5 GP, 4 TDs, 3 PATs, 1 INT ![]() Tristan Waechter (Wamp Rats) - Tristan receives a place as an All-Star after a standout rookie season. The Wamp Rats receiver tied for #1 in the league with 12 total touchdowns on the year, including a 5-TD performance against the White Choppas. Tristan also added 2 PATs. 2018 stats: 3 GP, 12 TDs, 2 PATs ![]() Gabe Farr (captain)(Pigskin Hooligans) - Gabe captains the second All-Star team, receiving the 4th straight All-Star selection of his career. He showed great speed and leadership on the Pigskin Hooligans in 2018, recording a pass TD along with 8 TDs and an interception. 2018 stats: 3 GP, 1 pass TD, 8 TDs, 1 INT ![]() Abel Christians (Wamp Rats/Charlestown Chiefs) - Abel earns a spot as an All-Star after his efforts in 2018. He split time between the Wamp Rats and the Charlestown Chiefs throughout the year, collecting 5 total touchdowns. Abel also made an interception on defense. 2018 stats: 3 GP 5 TDs, 1 INT ![]() Chris Lowe (White Choppas) - Chris earns a spot in the All-Stars after his first year in the league in 2018. He finished tied for 4th in the league and 2nd on the White Choppas with a total of 9 TDs on the year. Chris added 5 PATs and a defensive interception to his stats as well. 2018 stats: 5 GP, 9 TDs, 5 PATs, 1 INT ![]() Ethan Vosburg (White Choppas) - Ethan receives a place on an All-Star roster after his rookie year in the league. He led all quarterbacks in the league with a total of 29 pass TDs on the year. Ethan also notched 3 TDs and 3 PATs while leading the league with 3 defensive interceptions. 2018 stats: 5 GP, 29 pass TDs, 3 TDs, 3 PATs, 3 INTs ![]() Grant Steinborn (White Choppas) - Grant receives his first career All-Star selection in 2018. His total of 9 TDs places him tied for 4th in the league and 2nd on the White Choppas. Grant also passed for 2 TDs on the year while adding 4 PATs and a defensive interception. 2018 stats: 5 GP, 2 pass TDs, 9 TDs, 4 PATs, 1 INT ![]() Hannah Sickmiller (Wamp Rats) - Hannah earns an All-Star bid after a solid rookie season in 2018. She led all female players with 4 TDs and 6 PATs, also finishing second among all league members in PATs. Hannah’s shifty moves and speed allowed her to make big gains down the field. 2018 stats: 3 GP, 4 TDs, 6 PATs ![]() Henry Capers (Pigskin Hooligans) - Henry received an All-Star selection after appearing as a sub in the championship game. He played quarterback for the Hooligans in the first half of the team’s matchup against the White Choppas, passing for 3 TDs in the game. 2018 stats: 1 GP, 3 pass TDs ![]() Kit Martin (Pigskin Hooligans/Wamp Rats) - Kit earned a spot on an All-Star roster after an outstanding 2018 season. His blazing speed and shifty juke moves helped him to record 12 total touchdowns, tying for the league lead. Kit also led the league with 9 PATs while adding an interception. 2018 stats: 5 GP, 12 TDs, 9 PATs, 1 INT ![]() Kordell McNeal (Pigskin Hooligans) - Kordell scored a place as an All-Star in his first year in the league. He consistently used his speed to make gains downfield, notching 3 TDs and 6 PATs on the year. Kordell also played solid defense, making flag grabs and forcing several fumbles. 2018 stats: 3 GP, 3 TDs, 6 PATs Congratulations to all of the 2018 All-Stars! Each of these players made great contributions to their team throughout the year. Hooligans fans - stay tuned for a season overview in the coming week along with the announcement of the Pigskin Hooligan team awards! |
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