Amarillo Venom Venom Game Preview: Amarillo Vs. Austin
June 11, 2010 - Indoor Football League (IFL)
Amarillo Venom News Release
Amarillo, TX 6/11/10-The Amarillo Venom will play their final home game of the regular season Saturday June 12th at 7:05PM CST when the Austin Turfcats visit the Amarillo Civic Center.
Amarillo (10-2) encountered their second defeat of the season last week in Arkansas 68-41. Wide receivers Anthony Clark (Eight total touchdowns) and Ricardo Lenhart (Three total touchdowns in two games) dominated the Venom offense scoring a combined five receiving touchdowns. Defensive back Kevin Patterson collected two interceptions (five total). The Venom defense continues to lead the conference in interceptions with 23.
Austin (2-10) will play their third of four straight games against the Lonestar division teams who have clinched a division playoff game. Wide receiver Austin Willis had one receiving touchdown and is one of the top receivers with the Turfcats. Austin will provide an exciting game for Amarillo as they have stayed within 18 points or less in their last two tilts.
QUICK FACTS:
Austin Turfcats (2-10) @
Amarillo Venom (10-2)
Date: Saturday, June 12, 2010
Kickoff: 7:05 p.m. CST
Site: Amarillo Civic Center (5001)
Officials:
Referee: Chris Snead
Umpire: Oscar Shorten
Head Linesman: Richard Simmons
Line Judge: Brad Rogers
Back Judge: Lo van Pham
Radio: 1440 AM ESPN Radio
Internet: www.govenom.com
Broadcasters: Brad Fralick (PXP) (Color)
Series Record: 1-0 71-20 @ Austin 4/2
Last Game: 68-41 LOSS vs. Arkansas 6/4
Streak: LOST 1
Coaches: Jon Lyles, Venom & Chris Duliban, Austin
THE SKINNY: Suffering their second defeat of the season, the Venom have stayed focused this week in practice to take care of business and play their best game of the season. The Venom will play their final game of the regular season June 19th in San Angelo.
THE SERIES: Amarillo and Austin's previous meeting 4/2 went to Amarillo 71-20.
Who's Hot?
* Wide receivers Ricardo Lenhart and Anthony Clark led the offense with a combined five touchdowns of the Venom's six last week against Arkansas.
* Venom defense lead the IFL with 23 interceptions. Defensive back Kevin Patterson collected two interceptions (five total).
The Venom will embark on their final game of the regular season Saturday June 19th at 7:05 CST in San Angelo. Fox 14 has teamed up with the Venom to televise the game and Buffalo Wild Wings will host the official "watch" party.
The Venom will also have special give-a-ways all night long including play-off tickets, special packages, t-shirts and much more. On-site will be Venom players and the Vixens for you to meet and get their autographs all while watching the game. Fans may also catch Saturday's action beginning at 6:55pm CST on 1440 AM ESPN Radio or on B2 Networks.
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