Amarillo Dusters game notes
April 19, 2007 - arenafootball2 (af2)
Amarillo Venom News Release
QUICK FACTS:
Arkansas Twisters (1-1) at Amarillo Dusters (1-1)
Date: Friday, April 20th, 2007
Kickoff: 7:30 pm CST
Site: Amarillo Civic Center Coliseum
Officials:
Referee: David Malone
Umpire: Greg Adams
Head Linesman: Wayne Bernier
Line Judge: Chad Lorance
Back Judge: Walt Coleman
Radio: KWTS 91.1 FM
Internet Feed: www.dustersfootball.com
Broadcaster: Nat Hall, Play-by-Play
Series Record: Arkansas leads 2-1
Streaks: Arkansas W1, Amarillo L1
Coaches: Jon Gregory, Twisters
Steve Perdue, Dusters
THE STAKES: The Dusters look to bounce back after a tough loss in Tulsa last Saturday night. This game is a Central Division match-up, and will likely have an impact with respect to the race for the division championship. The Dusters look to improve upon their 19-8 all-time record at home.
The Twisters advanced to the Conference Finals in 2006, and aim to claim the Central Division Championship and return to the playoffs again this season. They secured their first win of the season on Sunday against Lubbock. The teams split the series last season, as they both won at home.
COACH PERDUE'S THOUGHTS ON ARKANSAS:
"We know what to expect from the Twisters. Coach Gregory is a veteran coach in arenaball, and he always has his guys ready to play hard. He always puts together a talented team, and they all respect him. They are a veteran team, and they obviously know how to execute. We can't turn the ball over like we did last week, and we must make stops on defense. We got after each other pretty hard when we played last season, and I expect that it will be a very physical game again on Friday night. It's a divisional game for both of us, and nobody wants to go home with a losing record after this one. "
DUSTERS HEAD COACH STEVE PERDUE
BERGESKI MAKES A BIG SPLASH IN AMARILLO:
Dusters' rookie WR Steve Bergeski has proven himself to be an impact player in his first two appearances in af2. Thus far, the 6'1, 195 product from Central Connecticut State has hauled in 14 passes for 227 yards (16.2 yards per catch) and 5 touchdowns. Hailing from New Jersey, Bergeski had private workouts for the AFL's Philadelphia Soul prior to joining the Dusters in March.
KEY MATCHUP: TWISTERS VETERAN RECEIVERS VS. DUSTERS VETERAN SECONDARY
Arkansas receivers Jon Schoonover, Kevin Williams, and Robert Kilow have a combined 10 seasons of af2 experience between them, and will rely on their knowledge as they do battle this week against the Dusters secondary. Terrell Mingo and Jahmal Fenner were both rookies in 2006, and have both registered interceptions through 2 games this season.
DUSTERS COACHING STAFF
Head Coach/Offensive Coordinator: Steve Perdue
Assistant Head Coach/Defensive Coordinator Jim Beverly
Wide Receivers/Defensive Backs Coach Quinn Cairo
DUSTERS DEPTH CHART VS. ARKANSAS
OFFENSE
QB Steve Panella Mike Williams
WR Craig Fulton Jr. Tim Wilkins
WR Jonah Russell
WR Steve Bergeski
FB Rich Bellina
G Adrian Limbrick
C Sione Ohuafi Joe Patton
TE Calvin McDonald
DEFENSE
DB Aaron Williams Craig Fulton Jr.
DB Jahmal Fenner
DB Terrell Mingo
JB Pat Lindsey
MB Jon Sessler
DE Nala Saluni Sione Ohuafi
NG Gary Hendricks
DE David Ihedigbo
SPECIAL TEAMS
K Jacob Felton H Steve Bergeski KR Craig Fulton Jr.
DUSTERS NUMERICAL ROSTER
No. Pos. Name Ht. Wt. College af2 Exp.
1 DB Jahmal Fenner 5'8 180 UTEP 1
2 DB Donta Bright 6'1 193 New Mexico Highlands 1
4 WR Derek Watson 6'3 215 St. Mary's (Canada) 2
5 WR Steven Bergeski 6'1 195 Central Connecticut State R
6 QB Steve Panella 6'2 215 St. Mary's (Canada) 2
7 WR Timothy Wilkins 6'4 220 Frostburg State 1
8 WR Craig Fulton Jr. 5'10 185 Northeastern State (OK) 2
10 QB/WR Michael Williams 6'0 205 Stephen F. Austin State R
14 LB Pat Lindsey 6'4 230 West Texas A&M 1
15 DB Terrell Mingo 6'2 195 Tarleton State 1
18 K Jacob Felton 5'11 195 West Texas A&M 1
20 DB Aaron Williams 5'10 195 Cal-Poly R
21 WR Jonah Russell 5'11 195 Cal-Poly R
22 LB David Ihedigbo 6'2 217 American International R
25 WR Hannibal Thomas 6'2 205 Cincinnati R
33 DL Nala Saluni 6'2 260 West Texas A&M 1
40 LB Jon Sessler 6'2 250 Kent State R
42 DL William Hackney 6'4 290 Oklahoma Panhandle State R
45 DL Ray Gates 6'2 260 Tarleton State 2
69 OL Sione Ohuafi 6'3 300 Indiana 2
72 OL Juan Parra 6'4 310 Louisiana-Monroe R
80 DL Deyon Scott 6'2 280 West Texas A&M R
84 OL Adrian Limbrick 6'3 330 Portland State R
85 FB Rich Bellina 6'4 265 Montclair State 1
88 DL Gary Hendricks 5'11 270 Oklahoma Panhandle State R
89 OL Calvin McDonald 6'5 330 New Mexico 1
NA QB/WR Dustin Johnson 6'0 190 Salisbury State R
NA DB Jeremy Fairrow 6'1 210 Harding R
Dusters Name Pronunciations:
David Ihedigbo (Eye-heeg-bo)
Nala Saluni (Nawlah Saw-looney)
Sione Ohuafi (See-oh-nee Oh-who-aw-fee)
DUSTERS SNAPSHOTS
Jahmal Fenner
Returns as the starting "Middle DB" for the Dusters. 4-year starter at UTEP, a native of Austin, TX.
Donta Bright
Crowd favorite returns as a starting cornerback. Native of Clovis, NM.
Steve Bergeski
Rookie with great hands and speed. Spent time with Philadelphia Soul of the AFL.
Steve Panella
Team Captain returns for his 4th season in Amarillo, fully recovered from last season's hand injury.
Timothy Wilkins
Veteran Receiver assigned after playing for Central Valley last season. Big Body.
Craig Fulton Jr.
Returns for his 4th season in Amarillo, versatile athlete.
Michael Williams
Rookie, will see time at Quarterback and Receiver for the Dusters. 3-year starter at QB at Stephen F. Austin.
Patrick Lindsey
Returns for his 2nd season with the Dusters, plays a variety of positions. Native of Crane, TX.
Terrell Mingo
Returns for his 2nd season with the Dusters, led the team in tackles and interceptions last year.
Jacob Felton
Returns for his 2nd season with the Dusters, Amarillo native ranked #2 in most af2 kicking categories in 2006.
Jonah Russell
Rookie spent time with the Los Angeles Avengers in the AFL last season.
David Ihedigbo
Rookie is known as "Diggs", versatile athlete who will play multiple positions.
Nala Saluni
Returns after taking the 2006 season off to return home to New Zealand.
Jon Sessler
Rookie makes his return to the field after starting for 4 years at Kent State University.
Sione Ohuafi
Returns for his 4th season with the Dusters. Will play on both sides of the ball.
Juan Parra
Rookie joins the Dusters after 4 years of experience in indoor football leagues.
Adrian Limbrick
Rookie will start at Guard for the Dusters.
Rich Bellina
Veteran returns for his 2nd season in Amarillo. Saw time at G, C, TE, FB, MB, and JB last season.
Gary Hendricks
Undersized rookie with a great motor.
Calvin McDonald
Veteran returns for his 2nd season in Amarillo.
Aaron Williams
Rookie was a 4-year starter at Cal-Poly. College roommate was Jonah Russell.
Hannibal Thomas
Rookie was 1,000 yard receiver in college, went to NFL training camp with the Atlanta Falcons.
William Hackney
Rookie is a versatile linemen who will see action on both sides of the ball.
Derek Watson
Veteran returns for his 3rd season in Amarillo. Will play primarily receiver.
Dustin Johnson
Rookie will see time at WR and QB. Was an option QB in college.
Jeremy Fairrow
Rookie Defensive Back played at Michigan State prior to transferring to Harding.
Ray Gates
Veteran returns for his 3rd season in Amarillo. Also coaches the Defensive Line at West Texas A&M.
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