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Published on May 2, 2005 under arenafootball2 (af2)
Manchester Wolves News Release


Game 4 Wrap-up – Wolves Win Again, 56-32, To Improve To 3-1; Several Have Great Knights At Macon

The Manchester Wolves won their third game in a row and second on the road in as many weeks with a convincing 56-32 triumph over the Macon Knights Friday night in Macon, Ga. Wolves QB Jake Eaton played another stellar game under center, completing 19-of-26 passes for 204 yards and four touchdowns with just one interception. Eaton was responsible for six total touchdowns on the night by also rushing for two scores. His strong showing earned him Offensive Player of the Game honors. Other Wolves players who stood out included WR/LB J.J. McKelvey and OS Jamaal Perry, a Georgia native. McKelvey was solid as usual on offense, catching six passes for 46 yards and two touchdowns. On defense, however, he caused even greater havoc with a 25-yard interception return for a touchdown and a sack, the first of his career. For his efforts on both sides of the ball, McKelvey was named the US Army Ironman of the Game for the third straight week. Perry had eight catches for 109 yards, one touchdown and also recorded the team's first kick return for a score on the season, a 54-yard scamper in the first quarter. Defensively, the Wolves kept the pressure on Macon QB Lionel Hayes all night, forcing him into two interceptions and knocking him down for two sacks. William "Rock" Haith earned the ADT Defensive Player of the Game award with 13.0 total tackles and three pass breakups.

Next Home Game – This Friday, May 6 vs. Louisville Fire - "Owl's Nest Golf Night"

Fans, come join us for "Owl's Nest Golf Night," presented by Owl's Nest Golf Club and The River 92.5 FM. This will be a special night for fans of all ages as the Wolves have two great giveaways to present. For the golf enthusiasts, 2,000 FREE golf passes will be given out courtesy of the Owl's Nest Golf Club. Also, FREE autograph pads will be given away to the first 5,000 kids. The 168 Magazine pre-game concert series begins outside on the plaza at 6:00 p.m. Kick-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. To get in the game, purchase your tickets today at the Verizon Wireless Arena box office or through Ticketmaster at 603-868-7300, at Ticketmaster outlets or online at www.ticketmaster.com. Adult seats start as low as $14.25 in the upper bowl while youth (12-and-under) and senior (65-and-over) tickets start at just $9.75. For more information on season tickets for the Wolves, fans can contact the team at 603.627.WOLF (9653) or visit them on the web at www.manchesterwolves.com.

Game 5 Preview – Wolves vs. Louisville Fire – Friday, May 6, 2005 – 7:30 PM The Wolves enter Friday night's home game vs. Louisville (4-0) on the strength of a three-game winning streak. Louisville is on a hot streak as well with four straight wins to start the season. The Fire currently sit alone atop the American Conference, East Division standings. They have a well-balanced, high-scoring offensive attack led by veteran QB Matt Sauk. Sauk led the af2 in passing yards and total offense in 2004 and has gotten off to a solid start in 2005. He currently ranks among the league's best in passer rating ( 122.9), passing yards (959) and passing touchdowns (19). Leading Louisville's receiving corps is OS James Scott. Scott has 27 catches for 291 on the season and five touchdowns. Other talents on offense for the Fire include WR/DBs Cesare Manning and Tony Stallings, who each have six touchdowns. On defense, DS Rob Green leads the team with 23.0 total tackles and seven pass breakups.

Wolves Among League Leaders

As a Team: Individually:

5th in scoring offense – 49.2 pts per game 2nd in pass completion pct – 75.2 – Jake Eaton

5th in scoring defense – 38.2 pts per game 5th in total offense – 1,033 yds – Jake Eaton

3rd in pass rating – 126.2 5th in pass rating – 126.8 – Jake Eaton

1st in pass completion percentage – 74.6 5th in passing TDs – 21 – Jake Eaton

3rd in interceptions – 8 T-2nd in receptions – 37 – J.J. McKelvey

T-3rd in fumbles recovered – 4 T-2nd in interceptions – 4 – Allistair Sebastien

2nd in turnover margin – +7 6th in tackles – 28.0 – William Haith

This Week's Community Events Calendar

This Wednesday, May 4th, two Manchester Wolves players (Ronald Smalls and Jamaal Perry) will be visiting McDonough School in Manchester, NH at 1 PM. This will be the first Manchester stop to schools that are participating in the Union Leader and Manchester Wolves NIE program called "Touchdowns in the Classroom."

On Friday May 6th, Manchester Wolves mascot Blitz will be leading kids for the "Parade of Young Children" walk down Elm Street from Veteran's Park to Victory Park in Manchester. This event which takes place at 9:30 AM is sponsored by Manchester Child Care Community, Mayor's Office, Manchester Police Department, and Manchester School Department.

On Saturday May 7th, Manchester Wolves mascot Blitz will be participating in the 2nd annual Walk for Autism in Auburn, NH. Blitz will be around for the registration period (9 – 10 AM) to spread the word of the Wolves as well as posing for pictures and signing autographs.

On Saturday May 7th, Manchester Wolves mascot Blitz will be at Double Midnight Comics located on 245 Maple Street from 11 – 12 PM celebrating FREE Comic Book Day. Everybody in attendance will receive a FREE comic book! Blitz will be joined by many other special guests and will be able to pose for pictures and sign autographs.

Doctor's Notes

The Wolves had a great night on Friday as the team not only defeated the Macon Knights, but came away from the game with only one injury to report. OL/DL Deshon Stovall re-aggravated a high ankle sprain injury and is currently listed as questionable for Friday's game.

Wolves players currently on the injured list are as follows:

Long Term: Ryan Soule (OS) – Knee, Kelvin McClinton (OL/DL) – Lower Back

Short Term: Abdul Shabazz-Wiggins (OL/DL) – High Ankle Sprain

This Week's Wolves Schedule (May 2 – May 6)

Monday, May 2 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Rising Stars)

Tuesday, May 3 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Rising Stars)

Wednesday, May 4 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Rising Stars)

Thursday, May 5 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Rising Stars)

Friday, May 6 Game vs. Louisville – 7:30 PM (Verizon Wireless Arena)

The Wolves have four days of practice this week as they prepare for an early season East Division showdown with the Louisville Fire (4-0). Much like their opponent, the Wolves have been red hot themselves, winning three straight games. Manchester's three-game winning streak is the team's longest since its move to New Hampshire.

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