NEWS
Knight Shutout Raiders in Season OpenerJune 7, 2008
The New York Knights traveled up to Newburgh, New York to face the Northern Raiders in their AMNRL season opener. Facing a much improved Raiders side, the Knights prevailed 48-0 under sweltering heat and less than ideal field conditions. After a slow start, the Knights game plan slowly took shape as the Knights shook off early season errors. As the New Yorkers settled in, the match quickly became one sided.
The Knights started a balanced sided with a number of newcomers as well as veterans. Dani Patrick, Stephen Gowa, Beaudi Cullen, and Daniel Taylor all impressed during their Knights debut while veterans Jeremy “Jezza” Kosbob, Gareth Baxendale, and Matt Astill all showed their leadership by directing play. After Jezza opened scoring with his first of three tries, the Knights never looked back.
The Man of the Match was award to Sean “Baby Face” Taylor for outstanding play in his Knights debut. Only a Rutgers’ underclassmen, Taylor broke for many long runs and was solid in defense all day. “Baby Face” should have a bright future in the AMNRL.
Next Saturday (6/14), the Knights host the Jacksonville Axemen at the Castle (Pier 40). Last time the two teams met, the New Yorkers narrowly defeated Jacksonville at the University of North Florida. The Knights expect a similar challenge during their home opener!
Knights Tryscorers:
Jeremy Kosbob (3)
Beaudi Cullen (2) (1 conversion)
Matt Astill
Danny McDermott
Daniel Taylor
Dani Patrick (2) ( 3 conversions)
Gareth Baxendale
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