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CONNECTICUT GIANTS FOOTBALL
PRESS RELEASE
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October 7, 2007
GIANTS FINISH HOW THEY STARTED
Brooklyn, NY-The
Connecticut Giants conclude their regular season in
grand from with a 48-0 win over the NYC Hustlers. The
win gave the Giants their second consecutive
undefeated regular season.
Quarterback Rich
Snowden and the offense were on target all day
recording 7 touchdowns. Snowden threw a career high 5
touchdown passes connecting with James Wish (18
yards), Raheem Duncan (15 yards), and Naciki Reid (38,
25, and 40 yards). Reid is the first Giant player to
have 3 touchdowns catches in a game since 2000 (Marvin
Perkins vs. Westchester Packers). “I have great
athletes around me,” stated Snowden about his success
this season, “our coaching staff gives us great plays
and we are executing right now”. Snowden, inserted
into the starting lineup after halftime of week 2
against Baltimore has thrown 17 touchdowns and only
two interceptions during the regular season. Fullback
Gary Smith scored two touchdowns on the ground running
behind 6’6” 315 pound defensive tackle Kader Drame as
the lead blocker. Punter Matt Bartolotta got into the
scoring column with two completed passes to Mike
Galish for two point conversations.
The defense continued
with its dominant play recording their 5th
shutout in ten games. The Giants have allowed an
average of 3 points per game (32 total points this
season). The Giants rotate ten different players at
defensive line headlined by Richie LaFontane. This
concept popularized by Jimmy Johnson’s Dallas Cowboys
teams in the 1990’s keeps fresh bodies on the line
against fatigued offensive linemen. Outstanding play
from linebackers like Courtney Sutherland and Gerald
Patrick (team leader in tackles) and secondary players
Jamar Rawles (8 interceptions-led team) and Mike
Galish (1 interception Sunday) has made the Giants
defense one of the toughest in the country.
The Giants start their
playoff run this Saturday at Jonathan Law Stadium in
Milford. All playoff tickets are $7 and will be sold
at the gate.
PHOTO:
Rookie Rich Snowden
threw 17 touchdowns with only 2 interceptions this
season.
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September 30, 2007
SNOWDEN
IS “PERFECT”
Long Island, NY
- Quarterback Rich Snowden registers a perfect QB rating of 158.6in
the 30-6 win over the Long Island Ravens.
Connecting on 26 of 35 pass attempts
for 225 yards, the rookie quarterback completed passes to six
different receivers with touchdown throws to Gary Smith, Diallo
Freeman, and DeVon Brown. “ Our offense has matured over the past 3
weeks to say the least,” stated Offensive Coordinator Trond
Fletcher, “ we are putting people in the right places and the right
time just in time for the playoff run”.
The Giants defense continues to take
teams out of their game plan. Safety Riko Roberts collected his
first interception of the season and had a jaw-breaking hit on wide
receiver Roger Wilson that set the tone for the remainder of the
game. Defensive end PerQuan Moore recorded a sack for a safety in
the third quarter.
The Connecticut Giants have their
regular season finale next Sunday verses the NYC Hustlers in
Manhattan. With their win last week, the Giants secure home field
advantage throughout the playoffs with the first round starting
October 13th at Jonathan Law Stadium in Milford. All
playoff tickets are $7 and are sold at the gate.
Fullback Gary Smith (below) had 5 catches for 38 yards and a
touchdown Sunday against the Long Island Ravens. Smith, Giants
former quarterback has made a smooth transition to the backfield.
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September 22,
2007
GIANTS WIN
NUMBER 21
Milford, CT - The Connecticut Giants win their 21st.
consecutive league game defeating their longtime rival New York
Bandits 28-0 at Jonathan Law Stadium.
The Giants used a pass first-run
second game plan against a suspect Bandits secondary. Quarterback
Rich Snowden completed both a 53-yard and 49-yard touchdown pass to
fellow rookie Naciki Reid. Reid, a surprise starter verses the
Bandits collected over 100 yards receiving and his first career
scores in dynamic fashion.
Long-time Giant Craig Dobson, with
his touchdown pass in the third quarter to Raheem Duncan, has now
thrown at least 2 touchdown passes in 12 consecutive seasons as a
Semi-Professional quarterback. Running back DeVon Brown also scored
on a 2 yard run in the third quarter.
The Bandits, who were 5-0 a few
weeks ago had lost 2 games in a row and needed a win verses the
Giants to keep their playoff hopes alive. The Giants defense
however had a different plan. Interceptions from Jamar Rawles and
Leo McTaggart with consistent pressure applied from defenders
Adrian Lena, Mike Galich, and Maurice Edwards allowed the Bandits
to earn only three first downs throughout the game.
The Giants visit the Long Island
Ravens on September 30th at 1pm. The Giants escaped with
a 22-20 victory in Long Island last season.
The
Connecticut Giants/Sterling Houses hosted their 3rd
Annual PEPSI Punt, Pass, and Kick Competition on Saturday
afternoon. All participants were honored at halftime of the
Giants-Bandits game.
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September 16, 2007
GIANTS CRUISE TO VICTORY
Milford, CT - The Connecticut
Giants show their well-balanced team attack in their 50-8 win over
the Long Island Panthers Saturday night at Jonathan Law Stadium.
During the
first chilly night of the season the Giants stayed hot getting
touchdowns from all parts of the team. Runs from DeVon Brown (12
yards) and PerQuan Moore (1 yard) took care of the ground attack
while QB Rich Snowden found Jason Davis (18 yards), Raheem Duncan
(46 yards) and Diallo Freeman (54 yards) for scores in the air.
Scoring also came from linebacker Gerald Patrick on a fumble
recovery, David Reese on a blocked punt and return, and Jamar
Rawles on a sensational 86-yard kickoff return.
This is the
second game of the season that the Giants have scored 50 or more
points. “We were very aggressive on offense today” said Snowden,
“everything went my way today”. Snowden made his best play of the
day at halftime proposing to his long time girlfriend at the
50-yard line in front of the surprised crowd. “This is something
nobody will ever forget,” said Snowden.
The Giants
concludes their regular season home schedule on September 22nd
against their longtime league rival New York Bandits. The Giants
and the Bandits have represented the North in the Superbowl four of
the last six seasons.
OYM Motors (Fairfield, CT) were
represented at Vendor Appreciation Day at this week’s game against
the LI Panthers.
(Pictured L-R Marlon Blackwood, James Wish, Anthony
Ellison, and OYM owner Seni Akinlade )
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September 9, 2007
GIANTS WIN NUMBER SIX
Yonkers, NY
- In an anticipated tough
battle in Yonkers, New York verses the Westchester Steelers, the
Giants prevail with a 12-0 victory to remain unbeaten in 2007.
A touchdown
catch from Jason Davis in the first half and a plunge from the
2-yard line from veteran fullback Marlon Blackwood in the second
half was all the Connecticut Giants defense needed to record their
third shutout of the season. Strong overall defensive play and two
interceptions from Jamar Rawles limited the Steelers to 38 total
offensive yards. Allowing an average of 3 points per game, the
Giants remain the only undefeated team in the Northern Division of
the EFAL.
“This was one
of those ugly physical games we expect from the Steelers,” said
Offensive Coordinator Trond Fletcher. The Steelers have held the
Giants to 6 first half points the last 3 times they’ve played in
New York dating back to 2004.
The Giants
return to Milford, Connecticut this Saturday night against the Long
Island Panthers. Saturday is Vendor Appreciation Day. Selected
Milford area business owners will be on site with giveaways and
information concerning their business.
Standout defensive back Jamar Rawles collected two interceptions
Sunday against the Westchester Steelers.
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September 4, 2007
GIANTS IN ACTION OFF THE FIELD
Milford, CT
- GIANTS IN THE COMMUNITY (GITC), the Connecticut Giants non-for
profit entity, will be sponsoring two of their annual events in
September.
On September 21, 2007 the GITC
Annual Blood Drive will take place at Milford
Hospital on 300 Seaside Avenue. The donation hours are 11am-4pm.
Connecticut Giants players, coaches, and cheerleaders will be in
attendance. All donators will receive a “free” game ticket to the
regular season home finale.
On September 22, 2007 Sterling
House Community Center in
conjunction with GITC and the Connecticut Giants will be hosting
their Third Annual Pepsi Punt, Pass, and Kick Competition at
Jonathan Law
High School on 20 Lansdale Road in Milford. Pre-registration is at
12 noon with the competition starting at 1pm. This is a free local
competition for boys and girls ages 8-15. All participants will be
the guests of the Connecticut Giants later that evening at their
season finale at 7pm. All PPK participants will be honored at
halftime.
GIANTS IN THE COMMINUTY was created to
provide outreach to various areas throughout the state of
Connecticut. For more information contact GITC.ORG
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August 26, 2007
GIANTS STAY UNDEFEATED
Milford, CT
- In the much anticipated battle of two 4-0 teams in the EFAL
Northern Division, the Connecticut Giants get great performances
from their veterans in the 23-6 victory over the New York Rebels.
Quarterback
Craig Dobson stepped in for an injured Richard Snowden in the
second quarter of play and promptly hit four-year veteran wide
receiver Raheem Duncan on a 22- yard and 25-yard pass to put the
Giants in scoring position. Dobson then found 6-year veteran and
team reception leader Jason Davis in the back of the end-zone for
an amazing 12-yard pass and catch to give the Giants a 6-0 lead
with 5:23 left in the half.
Dobson,
two-time Superbowl winner, is in his 9th season with the
Giants and is currently regulated as a backup this season looked
sharp against one of the leagues top defenses.
Richard
Snowden returned in the second half and scored on a quarterback
sneak. Rookie standout DeVon Brown with the help of a crushing
block by Rashawn Dumas scampered for a 35-yard touchdown run to
give the Giants all the points they would need for the win.
A jaw-breaking
sack from defensive end Dean Frazier and interception by defensive
back Marquis Rose, both in the fourth quarter ended any chance of a
Rebels comeback.
Connecticut
Giants players and cheerleaders will be showcased at baseball’s New
Haven County Cutters “Football Night” on August 31,
2007 at Yale Field. Giants are on the road verses the Westchester
Steelers on September 9, 2007.
Photo: QB Craig Dobson
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August, 19 2007
GIANTS ROLL AT HOME
Milford, CT - The Giants continue their
dominant play with a 40-0 romp over the overmatched Mid-State
(N.J.) Marauders on Saturday night in Milford, Connecticut.
Touchdown passes to Dialo Freeman (2TD’s) and
Raheem Duncan (1TD) from QB Richard Snowden and scoring runs from
DeVon Brown (1TD), Rashawn Dumas (1TD), and Kevon Morton (1TD)
demonstrates this season’s balanced offensive attack.
The Giants prepare for their biggest challenge
of the season against the undefeated (4-0) New York Rebels this
Saturday at Jonathan Law Stadium in Milford. “We can enjoy this win
until Sunday night” said Head Coach Tim Andrews of the win over the
Marauders, “Monday morning we need to channel our focus on the
Rebels”. The Rebels came to Milford last season for the United
Football League Northern Division Championship and lost on a fourth
quarter touchdown by former Giant standout Perquan Moore.
This Saturday night game is also New York Met
Hat Day. The first 100 kids accompanied by an adult will receive a
free baseball cap. In addition, members of the New Haven County
Cutters Baseball team will be in attendance and four separate youth
football programs will be honored at halftime.
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August 11, 2007
GIANTS SCORE BIG IN BROOKLYN
Brooklyn, NY - Rookie
Richard Snowden earns his first victory as a starting quarterback
with a 52-6 win over the New York City Falcons.
Held to 29 total points in their
first two games, the Giants 52 points represents the second highest
scoring output in the teams 9 season history. Touchdowns came from
Snowden (1TD), running backs DeVon Brown (2TD’s), Rashawn Dumas
(1TD), Marlon Blackwood (1TD), free safety Al Williams (1 TD- 44
yard interception return), Tim “Cowboy” Wandel (1 TD-30 yard fumble
recovery and return), and Peter Pickney (1TD-82 yard kickoff
return). “All phases of the team are starting to gel, especially
the offense” stated veteran receiver Raheem Duncan (2 catches for
41 yards).
With the Falcons lone points
coming off of a offensive turnover late in the fourth quarter the
Giants defense held its’ second opponent in three games scoreless.
Standout performances came from linebacker Gerald Patrick (6
tackles).
The Giants return to Milford,CT
this Saturday night to take on the Mid-State (N.J.) Maurders.
Saturday’s game is YOUTH SPORTS NIGHT, the Giants will honor
members of the Jonathan Law and Platt
Tech High School football programs
at halftime.
Photo: Linebacker
Gerald Patrick recorded 6 tackles against the NYC Falcons Saturday
night
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August 5, 2007
CONNECTICUT GIANTS TESTED IN
REMATCH
BALTIMORE,
MD - The Connecticut Giants pull out a 7-6 victory on Saturday
afternoon against the Baltimore Warriors in a rematch of last years
Superbowl.
Quarterback
Richard Snowden connected with wide receiver Jason Davis on a
12-yard completion with 3:25 to go in the fourth quarter to set up
the winning touchdown. On the next play, Snowden followed center
Walt Gibbs into the end zone from the 1 yard line giving the Giants
its’ first score of the day. In 90 degree heat and the game on the
line rookie kicker Jose Lainer’s PAT kick flew through the uprights
for the go ahead point. The Warriors offense had no answer for the
Giants with defensive ends Richie LaFonataine and Dean Frasier
forcing a turnover on downs with a sack of Warrior’s QB Donald
Baker to end any chance of a victory.
The
Connecticut Giants defeated the Baltimore Warriors in last years
Superbowl XII played in Atlantic City, New Jersey. A one-sided game
in 2006, the Warriors gave the Giants one of the toughest games in
the history of the franchise. “ This was a game to remember,” said
Giants Head Coach Tim Andrews, “ this was a total team effort, we
proved a lot to ourselves and to the league today”.
The Giants will take on the NYC
Falcons this Saturday at Floyd Bennett Field in Brooklyn, New York.
Their next home game will be August 18th vs the
Mid-State Marauders.
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July 29, 2007
CONNECTICUT GIANTS DEFEND THE CROWN
MILFORD, CT - The Connecticut Giants open up the
2007 season with a 22-0 victory over the New Jersey Saints on
Saturday evening.
Rookie running back DeVon Brown
scored the team’s first touchdown of the season on a 9-yard sweep
in the first quarter. Touchdowns were also scored by defensive back
Jamar Rawles (55-yard punt return) and Jason Davis (29-yard pass
play from quarterback Gary Smith). The Giants defense also go into
the scoring category with a safety resulting from pressure from
defensive linemen Matt Ramos and Richie Lafontaine (4 tackles, 2
sacks).
The Connecticut Giants head to
Baltimore, Maryland next Saturday to take on the Baltimore
Warriors. This is a rematch of last years Superbowl XII won by the
Giants.
Photo: Starting Quarterback Gary
Smith
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