Gladiators snap four-game skid with win over Fury

Published on April 25, 2004 under Arena Football League (1987-2008) (AFL I)
Las Vegas Gladiators News Release


Las Vegas, NV, April 25, 2004 – Baby Ruth Real Deal Offensive Player of the Game Marcus Nash caught four touchdown passes from Clint Dolezel as the Las Vegas Gladiators snapped a four-game losing streak with a 60-34 win over the Detroit Fury at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas.

Coco Blalock, acquired this week off waivers, took the first kickoff of the game 56 yards for a Gladiator score. It was the first kickoff return for a touchdown for the Gladiators this season. Blalock returned four kicks for 140 yards to go along with three receptions for 43 yards with one touchdown en route to being named Army Ironman of the Game.

The Gladiator defense forced four turnovers, including two interceptions by ADT Defensive Player of the Game Marvin Taylor.

Dolezel finished the night 13-of-22 passes for 162 yards and five touchdowns. Nash had seven receptions for 90 yards.

Detroit was led by Thabiti Davis, who totaled 11 receptions for 112 yards and two touchdowns. Billy Dicken, who replaced Andy Kelly in the second quarter, finished the night 15-25 for 172 yards, three touchdowns and one interception.

The Gladiators return home next Sunday, May 2, at 12:00 Noon to take on the Indiana Firebirds.

Gladiators' seats are on sale and can be purchased by calling the Gladiators office at 702-731-4977 or by calling 702-739-FANS.

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