Gale force winds, transport troubles and a referee shortage were all threatening the game. But, luckily the Destroyers finally made it to London, coaches from both teams volunteered their services to referee and the wind… well, you can’t have it all.
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| #9 Tomi Olusanya scoring a 60yd TD |
Portsmouth started the first quarter with an amazing 60 yard run from Tomi Olusanya giving them 6 points on the board. The 2pt conversion failed. The Immortals quickly retaliated with their own touchdown and 1pt conversion, leaving the first quarter’s score 6-7 to Imperial.
The second quarter started with Portsmouth struggling, yet again, to gain yards, but this wasn’t going to bring them down and soon #77 Jack Valler forced the Immortals’ Quarterback into their end zone for a 2pt safety. Then, once again, Tomi had his hands on the ball and made another incredible run, this time for 70 yards and another touchdown with a 2pt conversion. Portsmouth’s mood must have been lifted by this as they were now getting the precious yards they needed. Swiftly after, #1 Folahanmi Dare fought his way into the end zone to add another touchdown to Portsmouth’s score and Anthony ‘Afo’ Black successfully converted for a further 2 points. Portsmouth were also denying Imperial vital yards, mainly through Jack Valler’s impressive tackles and even sacking a few of their players, leaving the score at half-time 24-7 to the Destroyers.
The second half began with ‘Afo’ gaining Portsmouth crucial yards but Portsmouth’s O-line were failing at blocking their men. Some harsh words from Head Coach should shape them up for the next game. Portsmouth’s defence were still denying Imperial yardage and even giving them negative yards towards the end of the second half.
Some confusion about the running clock (in place due to the referee shortage) meant the game finished early and Portsmouth could celebrate their win and be home in time for dinner. Jack Valler won the team’s ‘chicken dinner’ award due to his fantastic performance during the game, denying Imperial the plays and points they needed.
Head Coach, Russ Hewitt, said of the game ‘We’re proud to be undefeated and beat the 3-0 Immortals.
The Destroyers are now 3-0 and face the Oxford Brooke’s Panthers at home on 4th December.
FULL TIME SCORE: DESTROYERS 26-7 IMMORTALS
FULL TIME SCORE: DESTROYERS 26-7 IMMORTALS
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| Chicken Dinner Winner- #77 Jack Valler |
