Thrilling Action Across the League

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Thrilling Action Across the League

April 1, 2025 - Indoor Football League (IFL) News Release


STEAMWHEELERS EDGE PIRATES IN GRITTY ROAD VICTORY

The Quad City Steamwheelers fought off the Massachusetts Pirates in a back-and-forth Eastern Conference showdown, securing a 37-33 win on Saturday night.

Despite an early turnover in the red zone, Quad City struck first on defense when linebacker Bubba Arslanian returned an interception 18 yards for a touchdown. Massachusetts quickly responded, with quarterback Kenji Bahar orchestrating a methodical drive capped by a 15-yard rushing touchdown.

After a sloppy second quarter filled with turnovers and missed opportunities, the Steamwheelers took a 17-13 lead into halftime. Massachusetts briefly took control in the third quarter, but Quad City answered behind quarterback Daquan Neal's clutch passing. His fourth-quarter, 23-yard strike to Jordan Vesey proved to be the game-winner.

Neal finished 8-for-11 with 134 passing yards and two touchdowns, while the defense delivered crucial stops down the stretch. The win lifts Quad City to 2-0 - its best start since joining the IFL in 2019.

BLIZZARD HOLD OFF BARNSTORMERS IN THRILLING HOME OPENER

A dominant performance from Kymani "Kimo" Clarke powered the Green Bay Blizzard to a 43-36 victory over the Iowa Barnstormers in front of a raucous home crowd on Saturday night.

Clarke found the end zone four times-twice on the ground and twice through the air-while quarterback Max Meylor orchestrated a balanced offensive attack. Iowa kept it close behind wide receiver Quian Williams, who scored three times, but a relentless Green Bay defense came up with key stops.

As the Barnstormers attempted a late rally, defensive lineman Allen Henry sacked Iowa's quarterback for a safety, giving the Blizzard some breathing room. An ensuing Blizzard touchdown sealed the victory, pushing them to 1-1 on the season.

RATTLERS CRUSH SUGAR SKULLS IN SEASON OPENER

The Arizona Rattlers opened their 2025 season in dominant fashion, dismantling the Tucson Sugar Skulls 56-28 on Sunday at Desert Diamond Arena.

Arizona wasted no time, as Ethan Caselberry set the tone with a pick-six on Tucson's opening drive. Quarterback Dalton Sneed kept the pressure on, tossing multiple touchdowns, while the Rattlers' defense stifled the Sugar Skulls with two key second-half interceptions.

Tucson cut the deficit to 35-20 early in the third quarter, but Arizona responded with consecutive touchdowns to put the game out of reach. With a dominant showing on both sides of the ball, the Rattlers looked every bit like the defending champions in their season debut.

FISHERS FREIGHT MAKE HISTORY WITH FIRST-EVER WIN

In their inaugural game, the Fishers Freight overcame an early deficit to claim a 41-29 win over the Northern Arizona Wranglers on Saturday night.

Trailing 14-0 early, quarterback Jiya Wright scored the first touchdown in franchise history on a scramble. Fishers took control in the third quarter when defensive lineman Izaiah Reed snagged an interception and returned it for a score, giving the Freight their first-ever lead.

A second pick-six in the fourth quarter from Devin Hafford sealed the win, as Fishers closed out their historic night with a strong defensive stand. The Freight (1-0) now prepare for their first-ever home game on April 4 against the Tulsa Oilers.

GUNSLINGERS TAKE DOWN PANTHERS ON THE ROAD

The San Antonio Gunslingers bounced back from a Week 1 loss with a crucial 31-24 road victory over the Bay Area Panthers.

In a game that remained tight throughout, the Gunslingers took control in the third quarter, outscoring the Panthers 11-0 and forcing them into desperation mode in the final period.

San Antonio's defense played a pivotal role, intercepting Panthers quarterback Josh Jones twice and keeping him under constant duress. A final defensive stand secured the victory, as the Gunslingers improved to 1-1 heading into Week 3.

KNIGHT HAWKS STUN STRIKE FORCE IN FOURTH-QUARTER COMEBACK

The Vegas Knight Hawks mounted a furious second-half rally, scoring 16 unanswered points in the final seven minutes to defeat the San Diego Strike Force 48-41 on Monday night.

Quarterback Ja'Rome Johnson accounted for five total touchdowns, including the go-ahead strike to Quentin Randolph with one minute remaining. Moments later, Lorenzo Hernandez sealed the comeback with a game-clinching interception.

San Diego seemed poised for victory after leading 31-18 at halftime, but Vegas' relentless defense and explosive offense flipped the script. Running back Antonio Wimbush chipped in with two rushing touchdowns as the Knight Hawks improved to 1-1 on the season.

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