Larry Kendrick Named af2 JLS Ironman Of The Week

May 13, 2008 - arenafootball2 (af2)
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Pioneers News Release


(Wilkes-Barre) Larry Kendrick has been name the af2 J. Lewis Small Ironman of the week for his impressive all around effort versus the Quad City Steamwheelers Saturday night.

Kendrick (5-11, 215, Mississippi), showcased his all-around talents for Wilkes-Barre/Scranton in the Pioneers' 84-26 home victory against Quad City. The second-year player from Mississippi was a factor all over field as the Pioneers won their sixth straight game and exacted revenge on the Steamwheelers for handing Wilkes-Barre/Scranton its only loss of 2008 (Week 1).

On offense, Kendrick caught five passes for 71 yards and two touchdowns. On the defensive side, he registered 2.5 tackles (2 solo, 1 asst) and recovered a J.J. Raterink fumble in the end zone for a touchdown. Kendrick also compiled 79 yards in kick returns (40 KR, 39 FGR).

This is Kendrick's second Ironman of the Week Award of 2008 (Week 4) and his fourth Ironman of the Week honor overall (2007 - Weeks 5, 21 - Conference Championships). He currently leads the team in all-purpose yards (604) and kick return yards (249) and is tied for the team lead in scoring (72 points - 12 TDs).

The Pioneers are home again this Friday night against the second place Albany Conquest. Be sure to wear your NASCAR gear for NASCAR night where the best dressed fans will win pit passes and tickets to the Pennsylvania 500 and the Pocono 500. The first 2500 fans will also receive ARCA tickets to the June 7th race. For tickets visit the Wachovia Arena box office, call 970-4232 or visit www.wbspioneers.com.



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