World Bowl XXI (Results/RP/Rosters)

by **Carasatoga** » Tue Sep 03, 2013 10:08 am

OOC: I am so sorry this took so long. I only just receive internet in my apartment once again and I had no idea I would be this busy once classes resumed. Things are beginning to slow down, however, and so I can be expected to do my hosting duties as needed.

This is the IC thread for the twenty-first edition of the World Bowl, a competition pitting the best of the best American Football nations against one another for glory on the gridiron. This edition will be taking place in the Old Coast Nation of Carasatoga in some of the most renowned football venues in the nation.

NATION
Carasatoga is a small, Rushmori nation of 33,000,000 on the coast of Oriale Bay in the Eastern Goose Sea. Sporting is a tradition rampant in Carasatoga since colonial times when Norwegians settled on the lands of the Native Naragans (Carasatogans). Baseball, Softball, Basketball and Volleyball are the major sports played in every school and every town in the nation, but Gridiron is a sport also rich in tradition. The heart of the sport in Carasatoga is centered in the coastal metropolis of Oklahoma City, with a population over 250,000. Home to both Oklahoma City State University and the Oklahoma Release professional team, the two most successful football teams in the country.

For the past two years, the Carasatogan military has been quelling a rebellion in the Western Carasatogan counties and with the skirmishes finally settled after a crackdown of the rebels, the newly named Carasatoga Authority Republic is ready economically and socially to host one of the multiverse's largest competitions. From the largest cities in the country; the capital, Caroga, as well as Bridgeport and Jackson, one will have the amenities of any major city. While the cities which make up the Aurelian Coast: Milita, Hialeah, Oklahoma City and Newport, make up a vibrant, wealthy and fast-growing modern metropolis. From small mountains to beautiful, golden coastlines, Carasatoga is a glorious nation prepared to welcome the world to its fields of gridiron to compete in the twenty-first World Bowl.

FORMAT
As of right now sign-ups are open and stand at 55 entries and I propose for them to be closed at 56. This way there will be 8 groups of 7, with the groups playing a single-round robin (6 games) qualifying round. The top two teams from each group will qualify for the Second Group Stage which will consist of 4 groups of 4 playing a single-round robin (3 games). The Top two from each group will advance to the Quarterfinals and then winners to the Semifinals then Finals. The tie-breakers that I like to use are in this order: Wins, H2H Wins, Point Difference, H2H Point Difference, Points For, H2H Points For, Away Points, H2H Away Points. If there is still a tie after that, may God help us all.

SIGN-UPS

RANKINGS

GROUPS

SCHEDULE

VENUES
Second Group Stage

Quarterfinals

Semifinals

Finals

SCORINATION
Latest version of Xkoranate will be used with the American Football, SQUIS, IFAF Overtime formula used with modifiers between -5 and +5. RP bonuses will be graded on a 1-5 scale with quality over quantity and are cumulative. RP bonus will be halved between the Qualifying Round and Second Group Stage.

by **Saintland** » Tue Sep 03, 2013 10:57 am

Saintland National Gridiron Team

Captain: Prince Petrus
Style: +5
Base Formation: variable (offense), 3-4 (defense)
Colors: Red and White
Demonym: Sanctii
Stadium: Civitate Dei Stadium
Stadium Location: St. Augustinus
Stadium Capacity: 38,207

Roster

Offensive Rotation

QB: #3 Prince Petrus
RB: #36 Andreas Tuccius
RB: #32 Petrus Maximius
FB: #49 Alessandro Ancharius
WR: #88 Ioannes Lusius
WR: #85 Lucius Herius
WR: #82 Matthaeus Epidius
WR: #89 Thomas Lusius
WR: #83 Ioannes Oranius
TE: #81 Matthaeus Favonius
TE: #87 Thomas Favonius
TE: #80 Paulus Favonius
LT: #74 Lucas Floridius
LG: #68 Ioannes Conconius
C: #75 Abraham Nemetorius
RG: #65 Isaac Secundius
RT: #77 Marcus Nigrius

Defensive Lineup

LE: #92 Thomas Calventius
NG: #90 David Vargunteius
RE: #99 Andreas Cammius
LOLB: #52 Georgius Didius
LILB: #55 Matthaeus Publicius
RILB: #59 Lucas Sepurcius
ROLB: #50 Silvester Didius
CB: #23 Lucius Curtius
CB: #26 Lucas Desticius
Nickel: #28 Paulus Rufrius
Dime: #22 Stephanus Praesentius
FS: #25 Matthaeus Stlaccius
SS: #20 Marcus Stlaccius

Special Teams

K: #9 Philippus Francus
P: #8 Josephus Polus
Long Snap: #69 Adam Sennius
Return: #84 Nicolaus Lusius
Kick Cover: #51 Petrus Roscius

Backups

QB: #6 Paulus Salvius
QB: #5 Thomas Ulpius
RB: #31 Matthaeus Loreius
FB: #44 Lucas Matius
WR: #86 Alessandro Norbanus
OT: #72 Petrus Vassinus
OT: #79 Paulus Vassinus
OG: #73 Lucas Valgus
OG: #62 Antonius Terentia
C: #66 Ioannes Sidonius
DE: #93 Ioannes Minucius
NG: #97 Petrus Maelius
OLB: #56 Andreas Oclatinius
ILB: #58 Lucius Mucius
CB: #27 Adam Lampronius
S: #24 Paulus Placidus
S: #29 Lucas Lutatius

Notes

Prince Petrus is an athletic QB who is known to scramble frequently. He is the heir to the throne of Saintland. He is recovering from an injury suffered at the hooves of the Equestrian States during the last World Bowl. Salvius is more of an accurate pocket passer. Ulpius is a big quarterback with a very strong arm who can run a little. Tuccius is a power RB and Maximius is a speed back. Loreius is a great pass catcher, but lacks elite power or elite speed. Ancharius is a large fullback who moves pretty well and can make some plays. Matius is a pure blocking fullback. Matthaeus and Thomas Favonius are twins and Paulus Favonius is their younger brother. Ioannes Lusius is a deep threat and all-around dominant WR. Herius is more of a possession WR. Epidius is a relatively tall WR. Thomas Lusius is the younger brother of Ioannes. He is a speed WR who is drop-prone. All of the defensive linemen are big players that would be defensive tackles in a 4-3. Oranius is a balanced WR. Georgius Didius is an elite pass rusher. His brother Silvester is more of a coverage OLB. The Stlaccius brothers are known for their hard hits. The defense is extremely aggressive and tends to show alot of different looks. They use movement to throw the opposition off guard. Offensively, Saintland tends to run the ball most of the time, but they are an extremely deep offense that can run any style of offense. They can go no huddle or use a huddle. They can go option and they can go run and shoot. Saintland will run trick plays and they will call unexpected plays. Prince Petrus calls the offensive signals and Georgius Didius calls defensive signals. If Didius is knocked out of a game, Publicius would likely become the defensive signalcaller. The league in Saintland has 12 players per side, 3 downs, a 110-yard field that is also wider and 20 yard end zones ("Canadian" rules). This team won Arena Bowl IV with an undefeated record. More recently, they finished 9-5 at World Bowl XX and, despite playing without Prince Petrus, won the inaugural Maple Leaf Bowl with an undefeated record.

RP Permissions

Choose my scorers: Y
Choose scoring events: Y
RP injuries to my players: Y
Godmod scoring events: Y (clear anything overly unrealistic with me first)
Godmod injuries: N
Godmod other events: Y

by **Gregoryisgodistan** » Tue Sep 03, 2013 11:49 am

by **Southwick** » Tue Sep 03, 2013 12:49 pm

Southwick Football Association Roster for World Bowl XXI

Major Coaches
Head Coach: Jack Russell (48 y.o.)
Although he is not the premier voice in Southwick football, Russell brings two things to the table: efficiency and energy. Russell is a very high-energy coach and often pushes his players past the point of exhaustion. However, he is also available to give advice to players, so they like him. He is able to keep morale high and he knows how to build team spirit. Russell is aggressive tactically. He does not directly call plays, but he does influence in important situations, like fourth downs. Russell also favors playing a small but quick team, as can be seen by the Southwick roster. He is not under much pressure for this tournament since it is the first international play for the Southwick team, so he has wiggle room to work with. The SFA supports his style of play and understands that it will probably take awhile for it to come to fruition.

Offensive Coordinator: Daniel Hughes (41 y.o.)
Relatively young compared to members of opposing coaching staffs, but comparatively old on the Southwick staff, Daniel Hughes runs a throwback style with a twist. Hughes’ offense is known as the “Quintuple Option”, which combines classical flexbone ground-and-pound football with passing options. Hughes is conservative tactically and sometimes feuds with Russell over calls in tight situations, but they are good friends off of the field.

Defensive Coordinator: Ryan Washington (50 y.o.)
Washington was a candidate for the head coaching job and is respected as one of the best defensive minds in Southwick football. Seeing as Russell is focused on offensive tactics, Washington will have virtually autonomy on how he runs the defense. He is conservative as well, but focuses on keeping his players in tip-top shape. His players aren’t as big as those on other teams, but they are faster and in some cases, stronger.

Special Teams Coordinator: Earl Hall (39 y.o.)
Special teams is usually frowned upon in Southwick football, so it was hard for the team to find a coordinator. Hall comes from a football background in the universities of Southwick, but he is fairly unproven. This is his chance to make it on the big stage, but if he messes up, he will likely never get this chance again. His units are disciplined, but are prone to giving up good field position thanks to athletic limitations.

Rest of the Coaching Staff:
Steve Hall, Quarterbacks Coach, 39 y.o.
Anthony Hicks, Running Backs Coach, 42 y.o.
Gary Cox, Receivers Coach, 36 y.o.
Billy White, Offensive Line Coach, 50 y.o.
John Smith, Defensive Line Coach, 48 y.o.
Daniel Baker, Linebackers Coach, 46 y.o.
George Edwards, Defensive Backs Coach, 39 y.o.
Nick Duncan, Strength & Conditioning Coach, 34 y.o.
Alan Dunn, Athletic Trainer, 35 y.o.

Stadium: Norton Field, Southwick, Southwick (38,000 capacity)
Norton Field is not the largest field in Southwick, but it is located in the capital, so it seemed like a logical choice for home games. Southwick (the district) has the best infrastructure available to support visiting fans, including its state-of-the-art monorail system that goes all around the city. The stadium actually has a monorail station inside, making it very easy to get to games. Named after the Norton neighborhood of Southwick, the field is quaint but large enough to for Southwick crowds. It may seem small to visiting fans, but it is the average size for Southwick stadiums. Not many seats will be available for opposing fans thanks to local fans buying up most tickets, however, there will always be tickets available outside the stadium from scalpers, which is mostly legal in Southwick. The stadium is outdoors, so the weather may affect games as the tournament will fall right in the middle of the snow season. Crews will work to clear the stadium and most winds will be blocked out, but the playing surface may not be optimal.

Roleplay Permissions:
My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Choose my scorers: Yes, but please try to stay away from too many field goals. Southwick’s kicking unit is notoriously poor since the kickers are backups at various position, so the longest kick that the team will even think about kicking is 45 yards. If needed, feel free to RP missed PATs in order to make the score right.
Choose scoring events: Yes, but see above.
RP injuries to my players: Yes, but I will decide the severity and length. No killing or any major injuries please.
Godmod scoring events: No, but I will telegram you if I would like anything to be changed so we can talk about it. I am fine with pretty much anything within normal limits (i.e. no magic, etc).
Godmod injuries: No, see above note
Godmod other events: Yes, but nothing too out of the ordinary please.
Style Modifier: +2

Offensive Style:
Southwick plays the “quintuple option”, a new formation pioneered by Daniel Hughes. The formation is a flexbone (fullback, two slotbacks, two flankers). The play almost always starts in the same way: the quarterback hikes the ball and has a read option with the fullback (the first option). The quarterback reads the defense and either hands the ball off or keeps it. Then the quarterback goes either left or right (the second option). This is another read that depends on blocking patterns. When the quarterback chooses which way to go, the trailing slotback runs into position to receive a pitch from the quarterback (the third option). The quarterback either pitches the ball or keeps it himself. Next, the quarterback has the option to pass the ball. He has two downfield receivers (the fourth option): a slotback who went out for a short pass, and the strong-side flanker who usually goes out for a medium to deep pass. If neither of these options are satisfactory, the quarterback can either run it, or throw it to the opposite side of the field to the weak-side flanker who runs a screen route (the fifth option). Because of the complex nature of the offense, all players must know exactly what to do on each play. If they do not, the offense will quickly break down. Quarterbacks are at a premium in Southwick and only the most intelligent players are considered for the position. Quarterbacks have to have very quick reactions, make good decisions, and have enough athletic ability to pass or run. Southwick rarely runs deep passes, so most Southwick quarterbacks are of the dual-threat variety. There is no such thing as a pocket passer from Southwick.

Because of the premium on game IQ and the speed at which the offense must be run, the Southwick offense is very small (weight-wise). Quarterbacks, slotbacks, and flankers are never above 195 pounds and fullbacks rarely weigh more than 200. Offensive linemen are rarely larger than 255 pounds. Because of this, the team may struggle against large defensive lines and blitzes. However, the added speed allows the offense to function and gives the offense big-play threats. Southwick may have a lot of plays that gain only a few yards, but they will also be able to score.

Quarterbacks
#13 - Matthew Turner - QB - 6’4” - 175 - 25
Turner is the starting quarterback for the Southwick team and he is also a leader for this squad. Turner is very fast (he ran a 4.36 40-yard dash), but he is skinny and sometimes gets hurt. He is a fairly accurate passer in short yardage situations, but does not have much arm strength and his throws become wobbly down the field. He prefers to run the ball in the quintuple option, so there won’t be that many passing attempts. He has a high game IQ and knows how to run the offense. He is also the holder for the kicking unit.

#11 - Allan Wright - QB/P - 6’2” - 180 - 23
Wright is a little bit bigger and a little bit slower than Turner, but he still knows how to run the offense. He has had plenty of practice thanks to Turner’s injuries, and he has displayed a better throwing arm than Turner. If he gets into the game, the team will pass more often. Wright is also the team’s punter and he is pretty good, but not great. He does not handle pressure well and is susceptible to punt blocks. However, he does leave the team open for fake punts and trick plays because of his skillset.

Fullbacks
#32 - Samuel Hall - FB - 6’0” - 210 - 22
Although he is smaller than most running backs, Hall is tough and plays like a bruiser. He isn’t afraid to get scrappy and can even block a little. Hall is no receiving threat, but he is pretty fast (4.45 40-yard dash). Hall is a workhorse for Southwick and he won’t have a high yards per attempt average, but he will take a lot of carries.

#30 - Gary Williams - FB - 5’10” - 198 - 22
Williams is smaller than Hall, but he is also faster. He is mostly used on third down and long situations where the team might need to pass. He has pretty good hands and he can block as well. He is not as good of a runner as Hall and he is rarely used in short yardage/goal line situations. Williams will expect to see a substantial number of snaps this year.

Slotbacks
#45 - Carlos Moore - SB - 6’0” - 174 - 21
One of only three twenty-one year old starters in the Southwick offense, Moore is a phenom. He is fast, running 40 yards in about 4.38 seconds, surprisingly strong (he can bench about 290 pounds), and is tough, fighting through a broken leg in order to make the team. Moore is a pretty good receiver, but his real talent is on the swing. He is fast enough to hit the outside if he can get a good block and in the open field he is dynamite. He isn’t a very good runner in between the tackles because of his size, however, the offensive scheme rarely requires him to do so.

#35 - Michael Phillips - SB - 5’11” - 186 - 25
A better receiver than Moore, Phillips is not as good of a runner and is substantially slower. For this reason, Turner prefers to run the option towards Phillips so that Phillips will go out as a receiver. He is pretty tough, as are most Southwick players, but he is not big enough to run up the middle. In short-yardage situations, he is sometimes subbed out for Williams as another blocker.

#38 - Sean Brooks - SB - 6’0” - 178 - 23
Brooks is okay at everything but not special either. He is about as good of a runner as Phillips, and about as good of a receiver as Moore. He subs in when Moore or Phillips needs a rest, but will otherwise not see much action. There was some talk of trying to convert him to the defense, but it never panned out.

Flankers
#81 - Paul Bailey - FL/PK/RS - 6’5” - 187 - 25
Bailey is a truly special player. He and Moore are the best players on the offense and arguably on the team. He has 46” vertical leap, making him a dominant player in the air, in addition to running the 40-yard dash in about 4.28 seconds. He is a a little bit skinny, but he is a big target thanks to his height. Bailey is an easy target to hit and will see most of the passes thrown downfield. Bailey is also the team’s placekicker and return specialist. As a kicker, he is accurate from within 35 yards, but his range stops at about 45 yards. He struggles in tough weather conditions, of which there are plenty in Southwick. He also has a bad habit for missing extra points. As a return specialist, Bailey is electric. He has big-play speed, but he sometimes makes poor decisions about touchbacks and taking the ball out of the endzone. We expect that he will score at least one return touchdown this bowl though. Bailey will be a make or break player for the team in this bowl.

#88 - Howard Flores - FL - 6’5” - 189 - 21
The second wheel in the Southwick air attack, Flores is a better blocker than Bailey. However, he is not as fast, although he is still pretty speedy, and does not have the hops that Bailey does. He usually runs the screen side and he has a few jukes up his sleeve. He is very useful in short-yardage situations as he can block off the outside, especially against smaller corners. Flores can also be used at defensive back in a pinch, however, the coaching staff hopes that that scenario will not play out.

#83 - Gerald Torres - FL - 6’3” - 183 - 24
Torres lost out on a starting gig because of Flores’ height advantage. Extremely fast (he runs a 4.34 40 yard-dash), Torres is often used a substitute to catch screen passes. He is not much of a blocker and doesn’t see much action near the goalline. The team also experimented with putting Torres at slotback to make use of his speed, but he is too big for that position. Torres has spotty hands and is not targeted downfield very often.

#84 - Tim Richardson - FL - 6’2” - 184 - 21
A solid fourth receiver, Richardson is only used in hail mary packages as a deep threat. He is fast and has pretty good hands, but struggles to gain separation from defensive backs. He does not have very many power moves or jukes and lacks the ability to take break tackles. A flanker with pretty good jumping ability, Richardson would be a good goal line target if it was not for Bailey and Flores.

Offensive Tackles
#65 - Roger Lewis - OT - 6’4” - 259 - 22
Very small for a left tackle, Lewis struggles with bull rushes. However, he is surprisingly strong and he is very good at blocking speed rushers. He is very fast for an offensive tackle, running below 4.65. He is alright as a run blocker, but his real forte is at pass blocking. He is occasionally used as a blocker on special teams.

#62 - Bruce Jenkins - OT - 6’6” - 252 ‘ 25
The leader of the Southwick offensive line, Jenkins doesn’t make the mistakes that Lewis sometimes does. He rarely gets called for penalties and keeps a level head throughout the game. He is not quite as fast as Lewis, but he is still able to handle speed rushers. He is a better run blocker than Lewis, but he can be dispatched by large defensive ends with relative ease.

#64 - Louis Coleman - OT - 6’5” - 254 - 21
A project, Coleman has more raw talent than Lewis or Jenkins. However, he struggles with footwork and lacks the intangibles that Jenkins has. He is stronger than Lewis (43 reps at 225 pounds bench press) and is faster as well (4.55 second 40-yard dash). If he can get his mind behind the game, he could be a real force at offensive tackle. Otherwise, he will continue to sit on the bench because of his mental mistakes.

Offensive Guards
#68 - Aaron Bell - OG - 6’4” - 252 - 24
A solid offensive guard, Bell is very mobile. He is good at moving on swing blocks to support outside runs. However, thanks to his relative lack of size, he struggles with inside run blocking. He is pretty strong, but he is no match for nose tackles or large defensive tackles. The optimal situation for him when he is blocking is an outside run, or being able to get to the second level to take on a linebacker.

#66 - Richard Stewart - OG - 6’4” - 252 - 21
Stewart is the starting right guard. He is stronger than Bell, meaning he can take on most defensive tackles, however, he is also slow (very slow compared to most Southwick players). Because of his lack of speed, he is not in the coaches’ favor and could be replaced at any time during the tournament.

#67 - Daniel Allen - OG - 6’4” - 250 - 22
Allen is a viable starter for Southwick. He is faster than Stewart, although not as strong. He is a good outside run blocker and has good footwork. He is a smart player and rarely gets called for fouls. The only reason that Stewart is starting in front of him is because Allen has been hampered by injuries recently, and the coaching staff wants to keep him healthy. He has also been known to line up in the backfield in short yardage situations as an extra blocker.

Center
#52 - Doug White - C - 6’3” - 244 - 22
White shows all the marks of being a future leader for the Southwick team. He is intelligent, does not get in trouble, and plays smart on the field. He is smaller than most linebackers even, but this does not stop him from giving 110% on the field. His best attribute is how quick he gets off of the line. He doesn’t have the strength to match up with most linemen, but he can beat them into position and gain leverage that way.

#54 - Greg Collins - C - 6’3” - 247 - 22
Collins is mostly used as the long snapper on special teams units. He is a decent center, but nothing special, and is not expected to challenge White for playing time anytime soon. He is a pretty good long snapper and is one of the better special teams players on the team. He also plays on the kickoff teams and is pretty fast for a lineman.

Defensive Style
Southwick defense is known for one tenet: intensity. Southwick runs a 4-3 defense, however, at least one linebacker is blitzing on all plays. Safeties play close to the line and sometimes sell out completely to stop any rush attempts. Cornerbacks are instructed to play bump-and-run defense. This means that they sometimes get beat deep, but they are a nuisance and often provoke opposing players into committing penalties.

Just like on offense, Southwick defenders are small compared to players from other teams. Defensive lineman are never above 260 pounds and linebackers are in the 230s. The smallest players, cornerbacks, sometimes hit 170 pounds. This allows defenders to be muscled out of the play at times, but it also gives the defenders the speed to disengage themselves from blocks and fill holes quickly. Southwick will give up most of its yards in the air.

Defensive Ends
#93 - Robert Bennett - DE - 6’5” - 247 - 22
Bennett is a physical player prone to random outbursts of anger. He sometimes loses his head during the game and is kept on a short leash by the coaches. He is pretty quick and can be described as a speed rusher. He is able to hold down an offensive tackle, leaving a hole for a linebacker to blitz. He is also good at stopping outside runs, although he is not particularly effective against runs between the tackles.

#98 - Chris Anderson - DE - 6’5” - 251 - 23
A workout addict, Anderson is as strong as most defensive ends, even though he is smaller. Anderson has developed a unique conditioning paradigm with strength coach Nick Duncan, and is also involved in crossfit workouts throughout the country. Anderson is pretty fast and can get around most tackles, but also has a few moves that allow him to work his way in on the inside. Anderson is able to collapse against the run, and can even drop back in coverage on zone blitzes.

#91 - Jose Rogers - DE - 6’5” - 244 - 23
At 244 pounds, Rogers would be a linebacker on most other teams. If the team played a 3-4, there is definitely a chance he would play at rush linebacker. However, because of the formation used, he is mostly relegated to the bench. Rogers sometimes comes in as a fresh legs substitute for Bennett and will also come in if Bennett starts to lose his temper. Rogers is pretty quick, but he is little help against inside runs and often gets mauled by bigger linemen.

Defensive Tackles
#99 - Steven Alexander - DT - 6’5” - 257 - 25
The biggest player on the team, Alexander plays with a drive unmatched by anyone else on the team. His brother was a promising football player as well, but he was tragically killed in an unsolved shooting a few years ago. Alexander plays for his brother’s memory and for his own future. He is strong and will fight for every inch on the line. He has trouble penetrating the pocket on the pass rush, but he is able to cause enough disruption to hurt the opposing team’s passing game.

#97 - Jason Williams - DT - 6’4” - 255 - 22
Williams is a borderline starter who will fight for playing time with Ralph Simmons. He is not as strong as Alexander and does not work as hard, but he shows some promise. Williams has started working out with Chris Anderson, and if he can reach the level of fitness that Anderson is at, he could be a real force in the middle. For now he will start, but who knows what will happen by the end of the tournament.

#94 - Ralph Simmons - DT - 6’4” - 253 - 24
As noted above, Simmons will receive a substantial amount of playing time. His future mainly depends on how motivated Williams can become, and how long he can sustain that motivation. Simmons is not amazing in any areas of his game, but he is no slouch. He is competent as a run stopper and can keep a blocker occupied.

Linebackers
#56 - Nich James - LB - 6’2” - 234 - 24
James is a tackling machine at outside linebacker for Southwick. He has a nose for the ball and is rarely caught out to dry by fake handoffs. He is quick to the ball and can get around offensive linemen when blitzing. James is not used as a blitzer as often as his compatriot Jackson on the other side, so he is often required to drop into pass coverage on tight ends. He is an average covermen, but is prone to giving up the deep ball, especially since he rarely gets help from safeties.

#51 - Eric Ross - LB - 6’2” - 239 - 24
Slower than the other linebackers, Ross is still likely the fastest middle linebacker in the tournament thanks to his size, running a 4.6. Ross is easily blocked by offensive linemen and is sometimes ineffective against power backs. However, he has the speed to run with most fullbacks and tight ends and is good in pass coverage. Ross does not blitz very often.

#53 - Walter Jackson - LB - 6’3” - 232 - 24
Jackson is the primary rush linebacker for the Southwick defense. A physical specimen, Jackson runs the 40 yard dash in about 4.5 seconds. Jackson is also very strong and can take on centers with success. When facing offensive tackles, he usually tries to speed around them and get to the quarterback. Jackson often struggles against quicker and leaner offensive tackles who can match his pace. He is pretty good in coverage and has long arms that he uses to bat down passes at the line.

#58 - Carlos Butler - LB - 6’1” - 234 - 22
A prospect for the future, Butler is just along for the ride. He is the backup for James and Jackson at outside linebacker. Quick, Butler is a pretty good blitzer and there was some talk of him bulking up 15 pounds and becoming a defensive end. That withstanding, Butler will see some time on special teams and in goal line situations as a run stopper. He is not very good in pass defense, but coaches hope that he can improve in this aspect and possibly start in the next World Bowl.

#55 - Carlos Martinez - LB - 6’2” - 233 - 21
Martinez is a promising player at the middle linebacker position. This tournament he will probably play mostly on special teams, but the next few World Bowls may see him earn a spot in the starting eleven. Martinez needs to bulk up more or risk being tossed aside by blockers like a pinata, but the coaching staff likes his speed and the intangibles he has displayed, even at a young age. Martinez will be a leader on this team for years to come.

Cornerbacks
#28 - Johnny Green - CB - 6’1” - 187 - 23
Johnny Green is a shutdown corner for Southwick. Standing out from the relatively senile Southwick secondary, Green is fast and physical. His specialty is the bump-and-run and he is good at frustrating opposing players and goading them into penalties. Green has the speed to track down running backs and could be a wide receiver with his hands. He is occasionally used in offensive sets on hail mary passes and is the replacement return specialist if Paul Bailey were to go down with an injury.

#25 - Brian Wood - CB - 6’2” - 177 - 24
A stark contrast from Green on the other side of the field, Wood will be picked on mercilessly by opposing quarterbacks. Inside ten yards he is fairly good, but beyond that he is a huge liability. Wood cannot keep up with fast receivers and, despite his height, is outjumped by taller ones. He does not provide any help in run support and usually forces the defensive coaches to run some sort of zone to support him. The coaches will be looking to replace Wood at the first chance that they can get.

#22 - Josh Sanders - CB - 6’1” - 172 - 22
Another tall guy, Sanders is also pretty small. He struggles to jam bigger receivers and gets pushed aside by run blockers. He has the raw speed that Wood lacks, but he is even worse technique wise and often gets called for pass interference penalties. Wood is almost exclusively used in nickel packages, and even then he has to split playing time with the backup safeties. The only reason why Sanders is on the team is because of his speed, and the lack of anyone to take his job.

Safeties
#47 - Anthony Bell - SS - 6’2” - 193 - 25
Bell is another mediocre defensive back for Southwick. He is very poor in pass coverage and often chooses the wrong receiver to follow, leaving the deep man open. Bell is good at the line and often helps out in the box, but that is not what the team really needs him for. The coaches have asked Bell to work on his coverage, but it has gone nowhere. Bell may not be the starter by the end of the tournament.

#43 - Phillip Kelly - SS - 6’1” - 190 - 21
A young up-and-comer, Kelly is Bell’s replacement-in-waiting. The coaches currently think he is too inexperienced to start, but it will be interesting to see how much of watching Bell struggle will be needed to change their minds. Kelly is faster than Bell and better in pass coverage. A little bit smaller, he does not provide the physical presence that Bell does in the box, but he plays with a cooler head and makes fewer mistakes. Kelly will definitely play in some nickel situations.

#42 - Shawn Diaz - FS - 6’1” - 185 - 23
Diaz is a heavy-hitter who sells out to get the ball carrier, or whoever he thinks has it anyway. He is easily fooled by play action passes and pump fakes, but when he does hit the ball carrier, the result is devastating. Diaz forces many fumbles and is fast enough to pick them up and return them. He is poor in zone and man-to-man coverage, but he does have enough speed to cover some of his mistakes. Diaz will be a serviceable starter on the Southwick secondary.

#46 - Scott Adams - FS - 6’0” - 188 - 24
Adams was the presumed starter heading into training camp, but Diaz outworked him and took his job away. Adams has a reputation for being lazy, one that he argues is unfair but others say is completely earned. Adams sometimes struggles to get back in coverage, whether by physical limitation or lack of will. He is not much of a force at the line and in the Southwick system, pass coverage skills are important for free safeties. Unless he can prove to the coaches that he cares is able to ditch the lazy tag, it looks like he won’t be starting anytime soon.

by **Saintland** » Tue Sep 03, 2013 12:55 pm

OOC: I should also have a preview RP up following the group draw. The report in this RP is false, but should be considered accurate ICly by my opponents prior to MD1. This report is from Sporting World, a publication from the Free Republics.

Sporting World

Report: Saintland's Prince Petrus may not be ready for World Bowl opener
By: Eric Furst

The World Bowl will be starting soon. While football fans outside of the FFR will be looking forward to watching their national teams face off to see who is the second best in the world, fans from Saintland have reason to be concerned about their team's chances. According to my sources, Prince Petrus is still injured and will not be ready for the start of the World Bowl.

The heir to Saintland's throne, Prince Petrus has gained an international reputation as one of the most dynamic quarterbacks in the multiverse. The Sanctii prince made a name for himself as Saintland's captain, playcaller and the catalyst of the explosive Sanctii offense. The Sanctii offense is considered one of the most complex offensive schemes ever run by any team.

Prior to his injury, Prince Petrus struggled to get the Sanctii offense in sync. When Prince Petrus is healthy, the Sanctii offense is dynamic and versatile. They can run virtually any play imaginable and their system emphasizes drastic and seemingly random changes in style of play. These changes can disorient an opposing defense, if the Sanctii can properly execute the plays. It is not uncommon for Prince Petrus to call a 5-wide pass on first down and a triple option on second down. This is the closest offensive equivalent to the relentless pressure that the "Organized Chaos" Sanctii defense can bring.

While the absence of Prince Petrus did not affect the ability of the Sanctii to compete at the Maple Leaf Bowl, the teams competing in that competition were not at the level of competition that they would face in the World Bowl. When the Sanctii faced Texacano in the finals of the Maple Leaf Bowl, they ended up in a shootout with the newcomers to the world of international football. In the end, they prevailed, even without Prince Petrus, in large part due to successful use of a quarterback rotation system.

Sources from within Saintland have informed Sporting World that Prince Petrus attempted to practice in advance of the World Bowl. The Sanctii captain is said to have moved very slowly on the practice field. My sources informed me that Prince Petrus did not appear very mobile on the practice field. It seems likely that Prince Petrus is not actually going to play. Despite this, the Sanctii likely wish to make it appear as if their captain will play, in order to throw off potential opponents. That way, the opponents of the Sanctii will have to gameplan around stopping a dynamic mobile quarterback that can break a game open on any given play. If they stated what appears obvious, that Prince Petrus is not playing, then they'd make it easier for opposing teams to prepare for the Sanctii team that they will actually face. Regardless, Saintland's football team has to be considered one of the favorites to win the upcoming World Bowl and I think Paulus Salvius and Thomas Ulpius, using their quarterback rotation scheme, can probably gain revenge against the Equestrian States, a nation that those that follow Rule Theriault's soccer teams should know very well by now. I don't think anypony can stop the Sanctii from getting their revenge for the events that happened during the Mud Bowl gowl, whether or not Prince Petrus is playing.

Eric Furst is a lifelong football fan. Born in Falkamore, Eric played the sport for his high school. A backup fullback that rarely made it off the bench, Eric was not offered the chance to play at any college or university. He decided to go to the University of Nejax and major in sports journalism. Eric unsuccessfully attempted to walk-on to the Nejax Horns, but was unable to make the team. Instead, he reported on the team for the University's newspaper.

by **The Royal Kingdom of Quebec** » Tue Sep 03, 2013 1:30 pm

The Royal Kingdom of Quebec Gridiron Knights

Rp Permissions
My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Choose my scorers: Y
Choose scoring events: Y
RP injuries to my players: N
Godmod scoring events: Y
Godmod injuries: N
Godmod other events: Y(Keep them creative but no killing, no destroying a stadium and things like that). Also, please be aware and take note of the weather.
Style addition: +5

Head Coach: Matt Constantin, 48
Offensive strategy: They tends to play mixture of both throwing and running, but when in danger, passing is usually done.
Defensive strategy:
They play very gritty way of playing, and would not afraid to get dirty, bloody or break bones and kill people. They hit hard and often the enemies' players with their free-wheeling defence. Cover and tackling are also encouraged.
Starters in Bold

Offense:

QB: Luc Arvineau, Quebec Voyageurs
Jacques Kulitak, Attawapiskat Thanatos
RB: Glenn-Jacques Monhigan, Quebec Voyageurs
Brett Ellerby, Iqaluit Thanatos
FB: Phineas Dube-Lee, Ottawa Renegades
Yeong Joon Gardiner,Quebec Voyageurs
WR: Nathan Akiak, Sherbrooke Rams
Julio Alvarez-Castonelli, St.John's Highlanders
WR: Adrian Meriwether, Quebec Voyageurs
Walter Gerringong, Abitibi Wolves
TE: Adrian Taschereau, Attawapiskat Thanatos
Keith Lindlisbacher, Saint John Steelers
LT: Matt Shoalhaven, Gaspe Impulse
Jong Shin Cohen, Montreal Alouettes
LG: Ted Malhotra, Montreal Alouettes
Brad Mancari, Sherbrooke Rams
C:Han Seo Goo, Ottawa Renegades
Zack Bryson-Cummer, Montreal Alouettes
RG: Francesco Roy, Ottawa Renegades
Jules-Louis Thibodeau, Sherbrooke Rams
RT: Ellesmere Majaraj, Quebec Voyageurs
Andrei Kim, Abitibi Wolves

Defense:

DE: Jean-Henri Courteau, Quebec Voyageurs
Joon Soo Milgram, Saint John Steelers
DT: Han Soo Park, Kingston Argonauts
Mac Hemsworth, Iqaluit Thanatos
DE: Michael Lewis, Sherbrooke Rams
Pierre Yang,Quebec Voyageurs
LOLB: Olivier Waters, Montreal Alouettes
Lorne Arthemas, Gaspe Impulse
LILB: Gong Jin Yoo, Attawapiskat Thanatos
DeShawn Brown, Montreal Alouettes
RILB: Jesse Bolduc-Leblanc, Montreal Alouettes
Guy Pierce, Ottawa Renegades
ROLB: Eric Bouchard-Lee, Moncton Axemen
Patrice Goo, Kingston Argonauts
LCB: Matt-Armand Bergeron, Gaspe Impulse
Irvin Nolet, Quebec Voyageurs
RCB: Stewart Park, Abitibi Wolves
Seong Won Han, Saint John Steelers
SS: Woo Jin Sung, Kingston Argonauts
Marc Walkerhill, Abitibi Wolves
FS: Luc-Hyacinthe Bergeron, Saint John Steelers
Jordan Mathojesvic, Kingston Argonauts

Special Teams:

LS: Michel D'Ailleur, Quebec Voyageurs
Simon Hyeon Sup Lee, Sherbrooke Rams
K: Monahan, Ottawa Renegades
Jacques Blais, Abitibi Wolves
P: Evgeni Jones, Kingston Argonauts
Pascal Park, Quebec Voyageurs
KR/PR: Panfilo Yoon, Quebec Voyageurs
Jason Marcoux-Girard, Kingston Argonauts

Stadium:

Iqaluit Stadium, Nunavut
Capacity: 97,850
Built,Open Date: 7.14.1932. 9.6.1932.
Renovation: 2011

Located in Iqaluit, the northernmost city of Quebec with the population of 585,000,it's one of the most intimidating stadiums in Gridiron Football. Best known as the home of the University of Iqaluit, It is, for the every single game, packed out with crazy fans who doesn't mind being stacked into the stands or seats to watch their team play. The crowds at the stadium has always been loud and rowdy. Everything they do(when cheering for their team) is orchestrated, everything they do has got some kind of hand motion and yelling, A lot of which are profane and offending.

Weather is no better for the opposing team either. In this part of the year, the average temperature of Iqaluit's approximately -17'C in night-time, with extreme chances of snowing expected during games.
Therefore, with the combination of those 2 aspects, it's going to be a difficult venue for the opposing teams to play.

Notes.
1. All the games that are played in the stadium will start in approx. 17:30.
2. Due to the harsh climate in the area, all Football players are recommended(though not mandatory) to wear an additional clothing with sleeves to protect themselves from freezing to death.

by **The Fair Republic** » Tue Sep 03, 2013 1:57 pm

Head Coach: Buck Naters, 78

Strategy: On offence, Naters uses a 2 RB set and uses a smashmouth running attack to force the safeties to watch the RB and then airs it out deep to the wideouts and uses the TE either as a blocker or a receiver. On defense, Naters uses a complex zone blitz scheme that involves LB's and DE's dropping in and out of zone coverage changing blitzing schemes while the CB's play man on the outside helped out by the safeties to watch any deep pass

Roster:
Offence:
Quarterback: Buck Williams
Running-back: Adrian Crawford
Fullback: Darius T. Jermichael V.
Center: Nagi Ja
Right Tackle: Mike Enders
Left Tackle: Milos Cruz
Right Guard: Joe Valentine
Left Guard: Clay Clayson
Tight End: Brain Udderson
Wide Recievers: Ryan Smith, Gideon Clarke
Defense:
Left End: Matt Stevens
Right End: Curt Actonel
Defensive Tackles: Vince Adams, George Mason
Line Backers: Nigel Rodgers, Jason Clayton, Henry Jones
Corner Backs: Djoti Itojda, Tom Smith
Safeties: Anton Travers-Filler, Lucas Yargin
Special Teams:
Kicker: Brandon Yarlson
Punter: Rick Blane
Long Snapper: Jeff Vitter
KR/PR: Devin Jones

My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Choose my scorers: Y
Choose scoring events: Y
RP injuries to my players: N
Godmod scoring events: Y
Godmod injuries: N
Godmod other events: Y
Style addition: -1

by **Catholican Catholica** » Tue Sep 03, 2013 1:58 pm

Catholican Catholica National American Football Team

Head Coach: Felipe Yerger
Assistant Coach: Michael Baughman
Offensive Coordinator: Stephen Swoope
Defensive Coordinator: Clyde Castillon

Roster:

OFFENSE:
QB #6 Juan Wong
RB #39 Jerry Mohr
RB #92 Edward White
WR #26 William Woolery
WR #29 Paul Vivian
WR #73 Jay McFarland
TE #75 William Pickett
C #71 Jonathan Geisler
G #48 Daniel Sampley
G #38 Paul Knight
OT #57 Chris Boswell
OT #18 Thomas Burns

DEFENSE:
DT #43 Jefferey Stith
DT #3 Raymond Johnson
DE #13 William Hecker
DE #87 Earl Fink
MLB #85 Christopher Valenza
OLB #24 WIley Godbolt
OLB #84 Charles Wise
CB #49 Byron Giles
CB #35 Robert Roach
SS #98 Sterling Hicks
FS #99 Armando Harden

SPECIAL TEAMS:
K #62 Herbert Pinzon
H #67 Juan McGothlin
LS #28 Mel Watson
P #88 Victor Kelly
KR #17 Arthur Nash
PR #9 Steven Mohamed
Upback #27 Anthony Stevenson
Gunner #57 Anderson Dow

RP Permissions:

Choose my scorers: Y
Choose scoring events: Y
RP injuries to my players: N
Godmod scoring events: N
Godmod injuries: N
Godmod other events: N
Style modifier: +2

by **Ati Kaluraya** » Tue Sep 03, 2013 3:20 pm

KALURAYAN NATIONAL GRIDIRON TEAM
The Reformed Indios

No	Pos	Name
32	QB	Romer Roberto Timple
28	QB	Arwin Joaquin Dadis
84	QB	Ichiro Luke Gamao
		
49	WR	Raymund Jeyromme Prelligera
8	WR	MJ Deirdre Noveloso
41	WR	Gonzalo Roland Munoz
74	WR	Ganther Joselle Tadle
95	WR	Val Earle Daulo
71	WR	Argie Ryann Lazo
		
88	TE	Ciprian Jayvic Luspo
45	TE	Benedicto Joeffrey Tamalla
		
48	RB	Juene Joselito Artates
55	RB	Guerrero Kim Arana
34	RB	Federick Gilbert Armamento
		
54	FB	Dexie Alfonso Sta Rita
87	FB	Exequiel Leevhan Codiñera
		
23	C	Frente Jesse Cristoria
7	C	Ar Kristoff Binay
6	RG	Bentz Francis Bejo
30	LG	Jerald Ralston De Apolonia
91	LT	Jesusito Erron Tapnio
38	RT	Jazer Ranniel Lucasan
61	T	Vlademir Elmerei Abuel
99	G	Carlson Rodante Jamon
		
3	DE	Lito Jomari Bagcal
50	DE	Rene Daniell Mangonon
25	DE	Derrick Lloyd Celestino
96	DT	Amadeo Binoe Millo
37	DT	Israel Neil Pages
59	DT	Anthony Ezekiel Concon
		
69	LB	Kevin Edrian Lapastora
13	LB	Josef Senando Yamsuan
16	LB	Victoriano Roangelo Trawon
95	LB	Vigel Rolando Pareno
90	LB	Gyver Joremy Yance
		
60	DB	Reno Emmanuelle Barriga
11	DB	Arnolfo Johann Cajanding
19	DB	Jerald Gonzalo Itum
12	DB	Alfonsus Arvee Gulfin
18	DB	Alieto Pattrick Penera
20	DB	Phillip Leomer Magsino
		
43	K	Jay Oscar Baconguis
76	P	Justy Jommer Alimango

UNIFORM

Stadium
Kalurayan National Stadium, New Manoglu (mainly used for Association Football)
cap. 35,000

RP Permissions

My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Choose my scorers: Y
Choose scoring events: Y
RP injuries to my players: N
Godmod scoring events: Y
Godmod injuries: N
Godmod other events: Y
Style Modifier (Between +5 and -5, +5 being most offensive and -5 being most defensive): +3

by **Texacano** » Tue Sep 03, 2013 3:24 pm

QB 15 Corey Hernandez  24 Tucson Eagles
QB 16 Victor Herrera   29 Coyotes de Juarez
QB 17 Damian Cosworth  28 Austin Wranglers

WR 82 Bryan Godwin     23 Tigres de Tampico
WR 83 Luis Martinez    28 Guerros de Victoria
WR 84 David Guerro     31 College Station Browns
WR 85 Aaron del Toro   29 Austin Wranglers
WR 86 Crispin Herrera  24 Torreos de Torreon
WR 26 Lyle Kingston    22 Austin Wranglers

TE 80 Luke O'Brien     27 Tucson Eagles
TE 81 Matthew Alvarez  23 Austin Wranglers

RB 1  Kyle Laurent     30 Torreos de Torreon
RB 2  Tim Lovato       26 Corpus Christi Steamers
RB 3  Jorge Villanueva 23 Caballeros de Chihuahua

FB 4  Martin Velasquez 24 Reyes de Reynosa
FB 5  Rowdy Lane       28 San Antonio Knights

C  60 DeShaun Wright   23 Midland Bulldogs
C  61 Nate Savage      28 San Antonio Knights
RG 62 Keith Ramirez    26 Guerros de Victoria
LG 63 Dax Richardson   27 Leones de Monterrey
LT 64 J.T Mickelson    31 Austin Wranglers
RT 65 Bryce Packard    26 Tigres de Tampico
T  67 Lyle O'Neil      26 Brownsville Bears
G  68 Luis Manzana     24 El Paso Crusaders

DE 90 Lloyd Perez      22 Navy
DE 91 Jimmy Roark      26 Coyotes de Juarez
DE 92 Tommy Alvarez    26 Torreos de Torreon
DT 93 Jimmy Valentine  20 University of Tejas
DT 94 Britt Halvorson  25 Corpus Christi Steamers
DT 95 Thomas Alacran   24 Tucson Eagles

LB 70 Dane Hutchins    24 Leones de Monterrey
LB 71 Diego Herndandez 22 Midland Bulldogs
LB 72 Corey Chaca      26 Guerros de Victoria
LB 73 Lloyd Valencia   29 Torreos de Torreon
LB 74 Liam Martinez    23 Tigres de Tampico

DB 21 Orville McLeod   24 Austin Wranglers
DB 22 Tannis Johnson   27 Reyes de Reynosa
DB 23 Dennis King      26 El Paso Crusaders
DB 24 Carl Limon       32 San Antonio Knights
DB 25 D.J. Martinez    25 Guerros de Victoria
DB 26 Lyle Kingston    23 Austin Wranglers

K  9  Horatio David    24 Torreos de Torreon
P  11 Bruce Wilson     29 Austin Wranglers

by **Karditan** » Tue Sep 03, 2013 3:26 pm

The Karditan Ironworkers

Coming mostly from the rough streets of Detrot and Sinsinatti, the Ironworkers are the biggest and the strongest that managed to bash their way onto the national gridiron. They specialize in stopping the other team cold, delivering quick crushing hits that'll make your jaw rattle just watching. They have no particular preference on how to start drives; some call it a lack of focus, we call it flexibility. Passing and running can and will be used on all downs, forcing the opponents to constantly readjust and guess. (To be honest, the kicker and the defense combined often outscore the offense.) Of course all pegasus competitors play with their wings tied to be fair.

Offensive Starters
(ep) = earth pony || (up) = unicorn || (pp) = pegasus

Pos   #   Name                Age
QB   00   Garret Norris       30
HB   11   Light Step          21 (ep)
FB   12   Robert Hinlind      37
WR   33   Tyrece Gura         35
WR   34   Sticky Hooves       27 (pp)
TE   22   Jerry Pasta         33
RT   01   Jacob Lowell        30
RG   02   Grey Skies          25 (pp)
C    03   Flea Flicker        24 (up)
LG   04   Jesus Urbina        34
LT   05   Slack Line          23 (ep)

Offensive Subs

Pos   #   Name                Age
QB   19   Hale Marry           29
HB   10   Roger Chamin         25
WR   31   Basket Case          30 (up)
C    08   Truck Stephens       33
LT   09   Muffler Diesel       27 (ep)
RG   .5   Bernard Baruch       39

Defensive Starters

Pos      #    Name                Age
RE      40    Boris Keltsin       37
UT      41    Steel Girder        28 (ep)
NT      42    Iron Girder         28 (ep)
LE      43    Herrick Stark       33 
ROLB    50    Stormy Skies        25 (pp)
MLB     52    Lead Curtain        36 (ep)
LOLB    53    Brack Harris        32
CB      64    Fly Swatter         20 (pp)
CB      66    Sven Losrav         28
FS      06    Quinn Davis         36
SS      07    Spyro Namesis       34

Defensive Subs

Pos      #    Name                Age
RE      44    Jack Skelington     30
NT      45    Owen Jenkins        35
MLB     51    Torra Barret        40
CB      69    Sex Joke            25 (up)
FS      73    Nickolas Werth      38

Special Teams

Pos    #    Name                Age
K      99   Ricky Ricketts       36
P      98   Raque Aulis          31

Light Step returns kickoffs, Jerry Pasta returns punts.

RP Allowances:
Choose my scorers: Y
Choose scoring events: Y
Godmod scoring events: Y
Injure my players: Y (Nothing that puts them out of commission for more than a few games; minor concussions likely when we are home, see below.)
Godmod injuries: N
Godmod other events: Y
Style Modifier: -4.3

Home games will be played at the Construction Site, a 107,050-seat "stadium" in Detrot. It isn't a stadium in the traditional sense; it is actually a dirt field with a massive amount of portable bleachers and seated scaffolding that allow for the large capacity. The dirt is forgiving enough that you won't break something every time you land hard, but you're certainly more likely hurt yourself than on a grass/astroturf field.

Helmet, design courtesy of TGT Sports of Wight:

by **German Zerabithea** » Tue Sep 03, 2013 4:58 pm

A giant space station is seen flying in space, the scene closes in to revial a command center with Chad and JR.

Chad: Hey dudes, me and JR got this fancy new space station to monitor all sports for presentation to Zerabithea.

JR: Yeah brah, they must of finally realized how deserving we were of this honor.

*the two high five each other*

Chad: At any rate let's get the roster out for all our viewers at home!

Roster notes: a few positions will have two names as those players are slowly being transitioned in to replace those getting close to retiring. The exception being the QBs as the Rams run a dual QB offense. If a position has two names, ether is acceptable for a event.

The Rams of German Zerabithea!
Head Coach: Clarine Rogers
Offensive Coach: Darren Jones
Defensive Coach: Platty McLincoln
Team owner: Hamsun Tom
Style modifier: +2.5

Offensive style: Lots of throwing, but tries not to let the run go unnoticed. Also run a dual QB offense where the QBs are switched at seemingly random times, this however is subject to change if needed, and both QBs realize this. Robert is a tradition QB with an arguably better arm than Altozar, but lacks the agility of his fellow QB and has been prone to injure easily.
OFFENSE
QB: Robert Shoemaker #2/ Altozar Bofas #7
RB: Benarv Cafeno #21/ Jones Jams #19
WR: Gerarrge Manotiee #79 (New)
WR: Charles Valintely #17
WR: Bob Dolmen #14/ Dwight Kenny #12
TE: Zambia Samuelson #81/ Cornelius "Corny" Waugs #80
C: James Camera #23
RT: Cornelius Robin #59
LT: Laired Morgoto #62
RG: Juan Reas #61
LG: Robert Ge Garro #68

Defensive style: Like to keep pressure, but prefer INT's and fumbles over sacks.
DEFENSE
DE:Tyrone Huge #63
DT: Donald Ducked #71
DT: Gordon Kendal #64
DE: Dantbay Amadaes #73
CB: Nathan Handway #54
SS: Chaplin Paul #24
LB: Kamden Brosome #91
LB: Gerald Hathway # 90
DT: Jordez Zhukov #69
DT: John Li #66
NG: Renie Vaposa #77 (New)

SPECIAL
K: Katie Wisslespoon #1 (New)
PK: James Barbon # 12
PR: Bonbre Taylay #6
KR: Raygon Samoan #10

Team uniform:

Stadium: Tzar Zachary 1st National Stadium (previously known as the Tzar Zachary 1st National center) , which holds up to 64,000 people.

RP: I could care less on what you say, but if you want to kill or injure someone. Tele me first. Also, I realize that my nation name does not reflect this, but both the G and the Z are capitalized.[/quote]

by **Estope** » Tue Sep 03, 2013 6:16 pm

Head Coach: Ted Akbar

Starters

Offense
QB: Noll Walen
RB: Lucas Rompa
WR: Seth Akker
WR: Adam Godfrey
WR: Luke Portee
TE: Kurt Oberlin
RT: Alf Sheak
LT: Leo Gullickson
RG: Jez Modestas
LG: Sam Dolloff
C: Brent Rabb

Defense
SS: Castro Sweeny
FS: Alejandro Salmi
CB: Nikolaos Tillens
CB: Quinton Derby
OLB: Omar Novak
MLB: Brady Eustis
OLB: Joshua Forester
RE: Andrew Gomez
LE: Graham Wyrick
DT: Brent Mork
DT: Tony Tibbs

RP PERMISSIONS:
Choose my scorers: YES
Choose scoring events: YES
RP injuries to my players: YES
Godmod scoring events: YES
Godmod injuries: NO
Godmod other events: YES

by **Qazox** » Tue Sep 03, 2013 8:21 pm

Damn those cheating Regulars! Once again, those cheating bastards stole a title from us. Yes they didn't win the title themselves, but we would've if not for them. We will pay any team any amount of money if they can beat them in the playoffs. We're serious. Any amount. And yes its a bounty. The more players they have injured during that game, the more we will pay. Contact the QGA at 1-944-567-4567 for more details. Oh and if the Fanboyists want to be paid a very, very, very generous stipend for "not playing up to potential..."; they can call the same number.

Uniform:

Style: +5.00
Coach: Liam Abbott
Nickname: Sharks

Starters:
Offense: Spread Option
QB: Nate Jackson
RB: Carlos Marcos
WR: Shawn Davenport
WR: Thomas Walker
WR: Brad Reed
TE: Peter Yardley
LT: Lester Stewart
LG: Morris Branch
C: Kyle Issaquah
RG: Greg Albright
RT: Patrick Oliver

Defense: 4-2-5
DE: Kyle Hussein
DT: Gary Clancy
DT: Harvey Bradford
DE: Mike Harlow
LOLB: Rickey Robles
ROLB: Darrin Royce
LCB: Chuck Orem
RCB: Jason Krueger
NB: Aaron Jupiter
SS: Frank Jeong
FS: Joe McTaggart

Special Teams:
K/P: Eric Haqemdal
Ret: Reggie Syarid

SCHEDULE:

MD1- BYE
MD2- v. Estope
MD3- @ Saintland
MD4- v. Levivania
MD5- @ Texacano
MD6- v. Costa Luna
MD7- @ Carasatoga

All of Qazox' home games will be played at the SaxerDome in SaxerVilla (capacity: 91,150)

RP PERMISSIONS:
My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Choose my scorers: YES
Choose scoring events: YES 
RP injuries to my players: NO
Godmod scoring events: NO (Only teams ranked higher than me can record a safety against me)
Godmod injuries: NO
Godmod other events: YES (Weather conditions only)

by **West Angola** » Wed Sep 04, 2013 8:53 am

West Angolan World Bowl XXI Roster:

Head Coach: William Harris
Offensive Coordinator: John Haynes
Defensive Coordinator: Benjamin Knox
Special Teams Coach: Christopher Farrel

Formations:
Offense: I Formation
Defense: 4-3 Zone

Note: In West Angola, it is considered dishonorable for players to leave the field unless they are missing an essential limb.

Offense:
Quarterback: Timothy Jacobs, #8
Halfback: Peter Simmons, #24
Halfback: William Harrison, #20
Fullback: Daniel Hicks, #14
Wide Receiver: Vince Rallings, #81
Wide Receiver: Joseph Rallings, #89
Wide Receiver: Jan Sopa, #33
Center: William Jones, #54
Left Guard: Paul Jarvis, #67
Right Guard: Andrew Wilkins, #42
Left Tackle: Luke Young, #56
Right Tackle: Paris Lincoln, #78
Tight End: George Finning, #54
Tight End: Donald Porrell, #48

Defense:
Defensive Tackle: Michael Yates, #35
Defensive Tackle: Christopher Unist, #49
Defensive End: Omar Tidwell, #38
Defensive End: Kevin Redding, #31
Left Outside Linebacker: Norman Farrel, #55
Right Outside Linebacker: Jackson Grinnel, #45
Middle Linebacker: Peter Young, #65
Cornerback: Isaac Jacobson, #83
Cornerback: David Veril, #86
Defensive Back: William Johnson, #77
Defensive Back: Andrew Ovar, #92
Safety: Harvey Bering, #90

Special Teams:
Kicker: George Harris, #4
Punter: Zane Realto, #6
Kick Returner: Peter Simmons, #24
Punt Returner: Peter Simmons, #24

My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Choose my scorers: Y
Choose scoring events: Y
RP injuries to my players: Y (TG me first)
Godmod scoring events: Y
Godmod injuries: N
Godmod other events: Y (Make it funny please!)
Style Modifier: +2

by **New Wolfopolis** » Wed Sep 04, 2013 7:05 pm

New Wolfopolis Wolfpack - National Gridiron Football Team
Offensive Captain: ~~Will Goldberg~~ Eduardo Davis
Defensive Captain: Thomas Domanech
Offensive style: 60% run, 40% pass
Defensive style: 4-3-4
General style: -2

by **Marcos Dynamite** » Thu Sep 05, 2013 2:33 pm

THE MARCOS DYNAMITE GRENADIERS
(trigram: TNT)
LOGO:

UNIFORM:

Since the soccer stadium will be used for soccer, Marcos Dynamite will be forced to play all their World Bowl games on the road.

RP Permissions
STYLE MODIFIER: +2.00
Choose my scorers: Yes
Choose scoring events: Yes
RP injuries to my players: Yes
Godmod scoring events: No
Godmod injuries: No
Godmod other events: Yes (weather and that the Grenadiers are a bit insane and coincidentally all share the same last name, Jackson)

OFFENSIVE STARTERS
QB- Eric
RB- Chuck
FB- Jack
WR- Sean
WR- Craig
TE- Xander
LT- Brad
LG- Javeon
C- Kyle R.
RG- Kyle D.
RT- Bill

DEFENSIVE STARTERS
LE- Mark
DT- Jake
RE- Peter
LOLB- Nathan
LILB- Jon
RILB- Karl
LOLB- Ryan
LCB- John
RCB- Shane
FS- Doug
SS- Riley

SPECIAL TEAMS
K- Glenn
P- Aaron
KR/PR- Jermaine

by **Kriegiersien** » Thu Sep 05, 2013 3:12 pm

Kriegiersien Football National Team

Third of the Maple Leaf Bowl, Quarterfinalist BoI, a mixed troup of players from all over the World competes for the second time for Kriegiersien.

Coach: Robin Shatner

Offense: Wiki Pedia
Defense: Julian Leaks

Offense:
Quarterback: Bud Hill, Jay Simpson
Halfback: Tod Teddy, Boris Bear
Fullback: Codey Bar
Tight End: Hans Wurst, Urs Unangenehm
Wide Receiver: U. 'Saint' Bolt, Speedy Gonzales, Marko Wimmer
Tackle: Robert Right, Leonard Left
Guard: Adi Hilter, Broseph Dschughaschwili
Center:Terrence Spencer

Defense:
Defensive Tackle: Frank Finken, Robert Rot
Defensive End: Tom & Jerry
Linebacker: Artos, Portos, Aramis, Dartan Jong
Cornerback: Fire, Braker, Ice, Bones (Nicknames)
Strong Safety: Frank Fumble
Free Safety: Gregory Glitch
Nickelback: Chad Adair

Special Teams:
Kicker: Manni Burgsmüller, Axel Kruse
Punter: Michi Obermeyer
Long Snapper: Long John Snapper (Yes, that's his name)
Return Specialist: Hannibal
Gunner: Leroy Harmon

RP: No restrictions

by **Taeshan** » Thu Sep 05, 2013 6:11 pm

Taeshan National Football Team
Fitin' Falcons

ROSTER

# ↑ 	Name ↓ 	Position ↓ 	String ↓
11 	Ryan Yorke 	QB/K 	3/1
12 	Jason Mathews 	RTB/ROLB 	1/2
13 	Isaac Lesack 	QB/P 	2/1
14 	Jeremy Dramona 	QB 	1
18 	Oliver Landis 	LTB/LOLB 	1/2
19 	Colby Adamson 	LTB/LOLB 	2/1
30 	Andrew Waldrop 	RTB/ROLB 	2/1
50 	Joe Nedley 	LT 	1
51 	Andrew Grey 	LT 	2
52 	Jack Forrest 	LG 	1
53 	Lamar Kanbury 	LG 	2
66 	Kenneth Grant 	RG 	2
68 	Jemilee Andrew 	RT 	1
69 	Johny Sinclair 	DT 	3
71 	Adam White 	DT 	4
74 	William Taharew 	RG 	1
79 	Perry Grainger 	RT 	2
80 	Adam Waraner 	WR/KR/PR 	1/1/1
81 	Jacob Martin 	WR/FS 	3/1
82 	Tadam McMurray 	TE/MLB 	1/2
83 	Mark Drake 	TE/MLB 	2/1
84 	Mathew Hainesworth 	WR/CB 	4/1
87 	Joey Drew 	WR/SS 	6/2
88 	Laurent Kariquez 	WR/CB/KR 	2/2/2
89 	Drew Lansbury 	WR/SS 	5/1
90 	Reginold Larraby 	DT 	1
92 	Grady Swann 	DT 	2
94 	Jackson Tyler 	LE 	1
96 	Andrew Ollivir 	RE 	1
98 	Tyson Argonout 	RE 	2
99 	Tyler Sanchez 	LE 	2

Coaches
Head Coach-Randall Quatrain

Offensive Coordinator-Ricky Zellefrow

Defensive Coordinator-Jacob Landsall

Special Teams Coordinator-Adam Lestew

Offensive Scheme- Flexbone
Defensive Scheme 4-3

by **Sarzonia** » Thu Sep 05, 2013 7:14 pm

The last time the Sarzonian national gridball team missed competing in a World Bowl, the team drastically changed the squad including the head coach.

This time, the team will be the same as the one that qualified for pool play with a 7-3 record in qualifying, including Arthur Paige, who was originally slated to be the team's offensive coordinator. He will keep the same coaching staff he had the last time Sarzonia competed in the World Bowl.

The Stars hope to improve on their performance in the previous World Bowl after losing three straight World Bowl pool play matches after a 21-14 win over Cosumar in their first match.

"It left us with a bad taste in our mouths," Paige said. "When the [Incorporated Sarzonian Gridball Federation]" decided not to send us to the last World Bowl, all we could do was seethe. Now it's go time."

If there's one sign of stability on this team after the absence from the previous World Bowl, it's quarterback Gavin Davis, who returns for at least more run as the starting quarterback. He said he wasn't thinking about retirement.

"We've got unfinished business right now," he said. "I'll address it when it's time. Now isn't that time."

Head coach: Arthur Paige (48 years old)
Offensive coordinator: Nate Lansing (38)
Offensive line coach: Kenny Bridger (38)
Defensive coordinator: Kirk Olivadotti (44 years old)
Offence: Run-oriented (-2 modifier)
Defensive style: Base 4-3
Two-point conversion modifier: LOGICAL
Home surface: Grass (Joe Gibbs Stadium, Woodstock - capacity 75,900)

If my opponent RP's our game first, they may:
Choose my scorers: Yes
Choose scoring events: Yes
RP injuries to my players: NO
Godmod injuries: No
Godmod "other" events: Nothing beyond stuff like heavy rains, strong winds, nervous players having trouble sleeping and the like. No killing players or blowing up stadia.

QB Gavin Davis (Portland Pirates) 6-foot-2, 210 pounds, 30 years old (not a big scrambler, but has enough mobility to get out of the pocket. Big arm, bigger leadership)
RB: Clancy Taylor (Truxtun Commodores), 6-foot, 214 pounds, 27 years old (power runner, decent at catching passes, but would not be split wide)
WR: Matt Santana (Woodstock Waves), 5-foot-9, 182 pounds, 30 years old (team's deep threat)
WR: Clayton Williams (Rypien Renegades) 6-foot-3, 215 pounds, 26 years old (possession receiver)
WR: Jon Felton (Burlington Vipers) 5-foot-11, 195 pounds, 28 years old (Can either catch the possession pass or the deep ball)
TE: Marc Johnson (Wilmington Roughnecks) 6-foot-3, 245 pounds, 32 years old (a blocker and not the best pass catcher in the world)
LT: Ernie Melvin (Woodstock), 6-foot-3, 320 pounds, 29 years old
LG: Nate Felton (Corcorran Cruisers), 6-foot-2, 319 pounds, 24 years old
C: Tommy Ogden (Truxtun), 6-foot-1, 330 pounds, 28 years old
RG: George Cowley (Portland), 6-foot-4, 316 pounds, 33 years old
RT: Brett Cross (Rypien), 6-foot-5, 320 pounds, 31 years old (identical twin of former right tackle Cody Cross)

DEFENSIVE STARTERS:
DE: Louie Ruffin (Nicksia), 6-foot-3, 295 pounds, 25 years old
DT: Drew Williams (Portland), 6-foot-2, 320 pounds, 32 years old
DT: Troy Tucker (Woodstock), 6-foot-5, 345 pounds, 33 years old
DE: Larry Powell (New Jerusalem Monks), 6-foot-3, 285 pounds, 31 years old
WLB: Alvaro Gonzales (Saugerties Smashers) 6-foot-5, 255 pounds, 29 years old
MLB: Jerome London (Saugerties) 5-foot-10, 248 pounds, 38 years old
SLB: Neil Grewal (Corcorran), 6-foot-3, 258 pounds, 27 years old
LCB: Chris Greene (Nicksia), 5-foot-11, 195 pounds, 30 years old
RCB: Juan Gomez (Portland), 6-foot-2, 201 pounds, 24 years old
SS: Stacey Malcolm (New Jerusalem) 6-foot-1, 210 pounds, 26 years old
FS: Kevin Leonard (Woodstock), 6-foot-2, 220 pounds, 37 years old

SPECIAL TEAMS:
K: Adam Novak (Woodstock) 6-foot, 205 pounds, 28 years old
P: Chaz Hunter (Woodstock; holds on extra points and field goals for Novak) 6-foot-3, 210 pounds, 29 years old. Hunter also serves as emergency third string quarterback.
KR: Cedric Wilcox (Portland) 6-foot-2, 185 pounds, 30 years old

BENCH:
QB: Joe Locklear (Woodstock), 6-foot-6, 240 pounds, 25 years old
RB: Jonathan Clement (Truxtun), 5-foot-9, 203 pounds, 25 years old
TE: Mike Barclay (Portland), 6-foot-4, 255 pounds, 26 (a versatile tight end. Think Rob Gronkowski with far fewer meathead tendencies), Don Aaron (Corcorran), 6-foot-3, 230 pounds, 24 years old (a pass-catcher with limited blocking skills. Sometimes comes in when the offence runs Jumbo (3 tight ends, 1 wide receiver) or Heavy Jumbo (four tight ends, no receivers)
WR: Pete West (Woodstock) 6-foot-4, 220 pounds, 34 years old (converted from tight end)
OL: LeAndre Samuels (Wilmington) 6-foot-2, 300 pounds, 31 years old
OL: Mark Jacobs (Portland) 6-foot-6, 355 pounds, 30 years old
OL/DL: LaMar Harlen (Portland) 6-foot-1, 295 pounds, 30 years old
DL: Marc Daniels (Joe Gibbs University), 6-foot-1, 280 pounds, 23 years old
OLB: Brad Andresen (New Daurmont), 6-foot, 230 pounds, 31 years old
LB: Erik Vasquez (Woodstock) 6-foot-2, 245 pounds, 32 years old
DB: Lee Torrance (Portland) 6-foot, 205 pounds, 30 years old
S: Shaun McFarlane (Wilmington), 5-foot-11, 190 years old, 31 years old
CB: Kerry Stockton (Truxtun) 6-foot, 190 pounds, 29 years old

by **Sarzonia** » Thu Sep 05, 2013 9:41 pm

What a difference a previous World Bowl makes for Arthur Paige.

He recalled being interviewed for the position as offensive coordinator. He talked about opening up the offence and throwing the ball 40, 50 times a game. He talked about using young Joe Locklear in a read option pistol offence. He even discussed throwing in some wishbone offence.

When he was told Gavin Davis had decided he wanted to come pack to play quarterback, he smiled and said, "never mind."

As soon as he heard that, Sarzonian national gridball team manager Calvin Price said he knew he had the right coordinator.

"That told me he knows how to adapt to the personnel he has," Price said. "I also got good reports from the teams he worked with as an offensive coordinator."

Price was in his third day of meetings with the position coaches on the offensive side of the ball when his mobile rang. It was Price.

"Cal, I'm in the middle of my meeting. Can this wait until I'm done?"

"No. It's very important you stop by my office straight away."

"For what reason?"

"I can't tell you now."

Curious and a bit nervous, Paige walked into the room and saw Price with several other people he recognised from the Incorporated Sarzonian Gridball Federation.

"Have a seat," Price said.

"Can you tell us a little bit about your leadership philosophy when it comes to how coordinators under you would operate?" Price began.

"I'm sorry?" Paige said, showing a little bit of confusion.

"I'm sorry, I thought you knew," said Candais Parker, who was a director on the Board of Governors. "We're interviewing you for the head coaching position."

"Me? I thought Mark was the coach."

"Mark just resigned," Parker said. Mark Rypien had been named head coach and he had already started poring over game film and was discussing philosophies with Paige and defensive coordinator Kirk Olivadotti. Paige had felt the meeting he was now sitting through was keeping him away from the report he was supposed to deliver to Rypien within the hour about the team's personnel and how it would adapt to the new offensive formations and terminology.

"He resigned? Any idea why?"

"Personal reasons. He didn't want to elaborate," Price said.

I suppose it will come out eventually, Paige thought. In the meantime, he knew he had to gear up for the unexpected interview and fast. He didn't even have a chance to change into a suit and tie for this interview. He was wearing track pants, a long sleeve T-shirt and sneakers. There was still a mark of sweat from the 10-kilometre run he'd just logged about two hours prior.

He talked about how he felt Olivadotti and any potential offensive coordinator should be free to decide how to run their respective sides of the ball. He talked about running short, crisp practices. He talked about professionalism. Most of all, he talked about pride in being a Sarzonian gridball player. He talked about maintaining a standard.

After he'd made the rounds with handshakes and walked out of the room, he'd thought he bombed the interview. He wasn't ready and it showed. However, what he didn't realise was how strong an impression he'd made. Two hours later, the next call he had was from Price offering him the head coaching position.

Fast forward to World Bowl XXI. He guided the team to an 8-6 record overall, including a 7-3 mark in qualifying for the World Bowl proper. His team gave world No. 9 Osarius all it could handle in both matches, falling short 17-9 at Joe Gibbs Stadium and losing in overtime in the away fixture. The team's 1-3 fade during the pool stage of the proper was a downer, but Paige had something to build on.

Then the ISGF didn't field a team for World Bowl XX. Actually, it was the Department of Health and Athletics following the directive of lieutenant president Grant Haffner. Sarzonia wouldn't be sending any teams anywhere for a while. It was only the re-emergence of Delaclava and the Scott Cup that coaxed the Stars out of their brief period of isolation. And it brought Sarzonia here, to compete once again in the World Bowl.

For his part, Paige is excited to be back. It's the first time he really had a chance to set some roots as a head coach and start to build his philosophy. He chose to keep the coaches and the players from the previous World Bowl team. He chose to allow the coordinators to keep the same systems they ran previously. Offensive coordinator Nate Lansing decided to lean more heavily on the ground game but both he and Paige said they weren't afraid to have Davis wing it if necessary.

"It's Gavin Davis," they both said in unison.

"If we have to throw the ball 70 times, we think we've got as good a chance as anybody," Lansing said.

"I'm not crazy," Paige added.

He's not. He looked over the throng of media and smiled. It was a different feeling knowing that he would be the head coach of the team and the memories of his brief handful of days as offensive coordinator became more and more distant.

by **Callumackbar** » Fri Sep 06, 2013 3:24 pm

Callumackbar Handegg Squad for World Bowl XXI

Quarterbacks
5 Bill Holland
11 Lorenzo Pratt
7 Irvin Pierce
13 Jerome Roy

Running Backs
40 Richard Garcia FB/TE
37 Michael Simmons
32 Ryan King
1 Andrew Foster
20 Victor Murphy
25 Larry Johnson

Receivers
81 Keith Perry
2 Donald James
88 Arthur Wood TE

Offensive Linemen
60 Charles Diaz OL
78 Darius Henderson OL
54 Douglas Morgan OL
72 Aaron Allen OL
65 Shaun James C
70 Daniel Jenkins OL
77 Alex Rivera OT
60 Peter Young C

Defensive Linemen
91 George Scott DE
51 Billy Baker DL
99 Craig Smith DT
55 Seth Robbins DT
93 Kurt Fletcher DL
92 Luis Lawrence DT
98 Hector Quinn DL
75 Dallas Hansen DL/OL

Linebackers
42 Eric Douglas
43 Lionel Nunez
56 Pablo Holloway
23 Terrance Rodriguez
44 Kelvin Richards

Defensive Backs
30 Leslie Long S
10 Garrett Poole S
29 Clifford Ramos CB
18 Casey Collier S
27 Felipe Murray CB/S
21 Karl Lopez S
12 Alton Hines CB
33 Rick Hammond S
24 Terrence Higgins DB
22 John Vigil CB

Special Teams
17 William DeTroyes K/P

Head Coach: Donnell Hendrix

My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Choose my scorers: Y
Choose scoring events: Y
RP injuries to my players: N
Godmod scoring events: Y
Godmod injuries: N
Godmod other events: Y
Style Modifier (Between +5 and -5, +5 being most offensive and -5 being most defensive): -3

by **The Fanboyists** » Fri Sep 06, 2013 5:22 pm

Nation: Federal Republic of Allamunnic States
Official Nickname: The Regulars
Unofficial Nicknames: The Blue-and-Grey, Allamunnae

Head Coach: Ryan Smart (Age: 41)
Head coach Ryan Smart, now finally in his forties and actually older than all of his players, is arguably the most successful coach in World Bowl history to this point; in his nine World Bowls (plus one invitational tournament), he has posted a 104-2-27 record (.782 win percentage) and has won three World Bowl championships in four consecutive finals berths entering World Bowl XX. Smart has resumed play-calling duties this year in his quest for a record fourth championship for the Allamunnic States.

General Manager: Benjamin Jameson (Age: 59) – Jameson is a behind-the-scenes wizard who has managed to turn an underfunded and underperforming Allamunnic national side into a perennial championship contender, loading the team with talent, and retaining veterans and bringing in fresh blood in equal parts. Recent moves suggest that he may be going along with Allamunnic Sporting Commissioner Hadley Thornburger's request to shrink the team a little bit, by opting not to replace some departing players. Of course, as players have left the team, Jameson appears to have done an excellent job working with Coach Smart to replace them.

Special Teams Coordinator: Harvey O'Bannon (Age: 64) – Special teams have long been a weakness for this team, although O'Bannon has managed to make it less of a problem in recent years; the special teams lost the Regulars many a game in past years, but Harvey has managed to ensure that it at least isn't a damning problem for a championship-winning team.

Offensive Coaching Staff

Offensive Coordinator: Baeryk Vaalburger (Age: 46) – Vaalburger called the plays for all of World Bowl XIX. However, due to the number of departures along the line and the need to focus on keeping the quality of the line high, Vaalburger has shifted to a personnel-manager type of offensive coordinator; plays will be called by head coach Ryan Smart.

Quarterbacks Coach: John McClelland (Age: 54) – The fact that the Allamunnic national team's revolving door at quarterback seems to have ceased is at least partially due to McClelland's work teaching and developing Leif Erikson, who has all the tools necessary to be the team's "franchise quarterback" (as it were). The man is a very experienced coach who lasted a long time in a league that's not usually terribly kind to quarterbacks before playing a few years as a back-up for the national team, giving him a little taste of international gridiron prior to coaching.

Running Backs Coach: Willy Zimmermann (Age: 59) – Zimmermann has long presided over a deep and explosive running back corps. Zimmermann has seen several backs come and go, and unfortunately this is probably the thinnest backfield he's had to work with in a long time; apart from offensive fulcrum Danyl Wyndhorst, the Regulars have a 31-year-old power back, a broken-down old veteran, and a true fullback. That said, expect him to get plenty of mileage out of the running backs, helping them live up to their enormous potential.

Receivers Coach: Zack Quinn (Age: 63) – Quinn is an old receiver who played in a domestic league that wasn’t exactly receiver friendly, and managed to do well in spite of that and in spite of being of more or less average talent. Quinn has arguably the tallest order of his coaching career ahead of him, as he will have to take three receivers who have received anywhere from some to very little playing time over the last several years and turn them into a world-beating unit.

Offensive Line Coach: Baeryk Vaalburger (Age: 46) – Baeryk is the son of former national team coach Staevan Vaalburger, and, like his father, played offensive line in college and in the pros. Lacking some of the bulk necessary for a good lineman, Baeryk found himself out of the league within five years, but has since made a living as an excellent teaching coach, and he is taking over for Rodriksunn after his departure. Look for the line under Vaalburgur to remain as strong as always.

Defensive Coaching Staff:

Uniforms:

Home Stadium:
Federal Steel Field, Thomasburg (Stalhamark)
Note: Because the Allamunnic national team is used to playing during inclement weather, and IC'ly the World Bowl is during the winter in the Federation, teams that play games at Federal Steel Field should assume as a matter of course that it will be snowing during the game. I'll try and put a "weather forecast" ahead of time so that they know, but a good assumption is that it will suck for teams used to warm weather.
RP Info and Permissions:

Overview:
The Regulars missed the World Bowl Finals last year for the first time in five World Bowl cycles. In the four World Bowls prior to the 20th, they had been the most dominant team in the world, going 56-5 in that span, reaching the finals four consecutive times, and winning three of those finals trips. However, courtesy of a large number of departures, the team bears less and less resemblance to the world beaters of World Bowls XVI - XIX.

Offense:
Style: Power-Oriented Pro-Style
Primary Front: Two-Wide, Two-Tight-End
Starting Line-Up (3-Wide, Single-Back, Pro Formation)

Rolle -- Kelley --- Bloem -- Lohr -- Saenmikel -- Wurfytur -- Rikken --- Braanur -- Fokkenmaar
Erikson
Wyndhorst

Overview:
With head coach Ryan Smart returning to play-calling, the team will likely look to return to its old ‘balance-first’ ways, rather than their almost pure smashmouth approach from last year. This shift is likely necessitated by the loss of tailback Myra Dercyk to the domestic league, along with the loss of some talent along the offensive line, combined with the emergence of some versatile receiving targets. It appears that Leif Erikson will have to step up as a gunslinger to lead this team. That said, when the going gets tough, don’t be surprised if the Regulars return to their long-held ground-and-pound ways. After all, they won three championships that way. If it ain't broke, don't fix it.

Quarterbacks:

Running Backs

HB#27 Danyl Wyndhorst - Age: 24; H: 5'11"; W: 224lbs - Balanced - UT Copenhagen - Shieldsburg, Tyrrswatch - Danyl is possibly the most dangerous weapon on this offense, and has played a crucial role in all three campaigns that he's been involved in. A runner in the mold of Haanryk Stahlburg, Wyndhorst's absurd mix of power and break-away speed has made him one of the most productive backs on any team, and has essentially made him the offense's security blanket. Wyndhorst is at his best running up the middle, which is good, since the offense's bread-and-butter is running the trap, counter, and the dive.

HB#44 – Ole Nurdsunn – Age: 31; H: 6’1”; W: 253lbs – Power – UT Copenhagen – Copenhagen, Tyrrswatch – Nurdsunn has made a name for himself over the last several years as a back who is almost pure power. He's not slow, per se, but he's not going to blaze past anyone, and it’s his power that is his greatest strength, running over tacklers like a freight-train. Nurdsunn has returned to halfback and ball-carrier duties, and should see time especially on third-downs (being a good short-yardage rusher and a good pass-protector). He's also sturdy; at an age when many tailbacks are in decline or are on the verge of hitting a wall, Nurdsunn shows no signs of losing a step or being any more prone to injury than ever.

HB#35 - Walder Brant - Age: 33; H: 5'10"; W: 231lbs - Balanced - Thomasburg State University - Uniontown, Stalhamark - Brant is a thirteen-year AGL veteran, and it shows; the man is battered and worn, the subject of numerous surgeries, and has only traces of the explosiveness that once served him well. However, what he lacks in raw physical ability he makes up for in veteran cunning and skill, getting yards where by all account he should not be able to. Seeing as he is only meant to spell Wyndhorst, Brant should be up to the role that he has been brought in to fulfill.

FB#40 John Kaiser - Age: 29; H: 6'2"; W: 260lbs - Power - Northwatch State University - Meuse, Northwatch – Kaiser, unlike Nurdsunn (who sometimes plays a fullback), is a true fullback, recruited to be a dedicated position player. With the Regulars returning to three-wide sets more, Kaiser will probably see reductions in his playing time, but the fact is that the Regulars still make heavy use of their fullback, and Kaiser will continue to be a valuable asset for the team. Expect to especially see him employed in the Regulars' infamous "Clydesdale" package, which features him at fullback and Nurdsunn at tailback.

Tight Ends:

Wide Receivers:

WR#87 – Izaak Rolle – Age: 28; H: 6’3”; W: 218lbs – Balanced - None - Vienna, Ostrea – With Mikel Dunn and Willy Theodore gone, Izaak Rolle’s time in the sun has finally come; emerging as a true dynamic deep threat, Rolle earned himself the #1 receiver slot out of training camp. He has the size, speed, and the hands to be an elite receiver, and he’s likely to make some big plays.

WR#86 – Hael Fokkenmaar – Age: 27; H: 6’4”; W: 232lbs – Balanced – Innsbruck University – Udunsfurd, Skraelingia – Following the team's shift to more two-tight sets, Fokkenmaar leapfrogged an under-performing Devin Smith to take over the #2 WR's spot. Fokkenmaar is a big target who has a natural talent for making tough catches, especially in traffic, and if he lacks Rolle and Smith's speed, his reliability is enough to make up for it.

WR#80 – Devin Smith – Age: 28; H: 6’4”; W: 215lbs – Balanced – US Thomasburg – Thomasburg, Stalhamark – Smith pissed away a starting spot by failing to get open through five games, eventually sliding down to the team's sixth-leading pass-catcher after young TE Braanur surpassed him with only a single game's production. Smith still has plenty of talent, and he'll probably get plenty of reps out of the slot, but his removal from a starting role is telling.

WR#81 – Ryan Sherman - Age: 29; H: 6'0"; W: 200lbs - Speed - University of Copenhagen - Tyrrswatch, Tyrrswatch - Sherman was brought in two years ago as primarily a return-man and a reserve receiver. He's nothing special, but he's got some good speed to contribute, and should prove useful. Sherman will largely work in the slot when he's in. Serves as a kick and punt returner.

WR#84 – Edryk Waalturs – Age: 21; H: 6’1”; W: 210lbs – Balanced – University of Ostrea – Broomfield – Udunsfurd, Skraelingia – Waalturs is a young receiver brought in to begin developing and to serve as a low-order rotating player to give some depth to a receiving corps decimated by departures. Waalturs is an excellent overall receiver, talent-wise, but is a little on the raw-side.

WR#83 - Braant Skyllur - Age: 21; H: 6'3"; W: 214lbs - Balanced - UO Leif's Harbor - Broomfield, Ostrea - Skyllur is a new face on the team, brought in to add depth and build the next generation of receivers. Skyllur's got the size and speed to be an elite reciever, but he's a little too prone to dropping passes to be considered reliable at the moment.

Offensive Line:

Defense:
Style: Blitz-Heavy, Multi-front
Primary Front: 3-4, although 4-3 is still utilized.
Starting Line-Up (3-4 Base)

Baaldr ----- Jorgesun ----- H. Waalturs
Staalhelm -- Lindburgh -- K. Waalturs -- Vicious
Marquette --- Jackson --- Dahlhorst --- Ierunmungur

Overview:
Defense wins championships. That statement was pretty much gospel to the Allamunnic gridiron squad, but two solid years of departures and declining play among older veterans has left the once-great defense in a state of transition. Nobody can deny that the talent is there, but the chemistry that helped make the Allamunnic defense the best in the world top-to-bottom has been lost, and it may take another full cycle for it to be reestablished with the units' new leaders.

The elder statesmen of the defense are still pass-rushing defensive end Honorius Waalturs (who continues to play like a man a decade younger) and cornerback Andrik Ierunmungur (who seems similarly ageless). Meanwhile, another longtime stalwart, Theo Laansur, retired from the team, leaving a vacuum of established players on the interior of the defensive line. For the first time in years, veteran defensive end Archie Wagner was unable to win a starting job out of camp, and will now rotate on the defensive line.

Defensive Linemen:

DT#90 – Gaarutt Jorgesun - Age: 27; H: 6’4”; W: 324lbs – Balanced – UT Zagreb - Copenhagen, Tyrrswatch - Jorgeson gave solid service the last few years, giving the coaches even less to worry about where the future of the defense is concerned; the man is strong enough that he's actually capable of playing as a nose or standard defensive tackle, and he's finding himself the starter with Theo Laansur's retirement.

DT#91 – Waldr Baersvylk – Age: 21; H: 6’11”; W: 342lbs – Balanced – US Dunnmaar – Shieldsburg, Tyrrswatch – Waldr was one of a large number of young, talented players brought in on the defense to compensate for a rash of departures last year. Baersvylk challenged Jorgesun for the starting nosetackle's job out of training camp, and he will be heavily utilized in 4-3 fronts, and is expected to step up as a starter in the near future; his inexperience is the only thing holding the immensely-talented, massive defensive tackle back.

DE#58 – Honorius Waalturs – Age: 34; H: 6’1”; W: 295lbs – Balanced – US Dunnmaar – Skarrsboro, Skraelingia – Waalturs is the marquee player on the defensive line for the team. Waalturs is very fast and strong, and tends to make most right tackles look like fools. As athletic as he is, it's no surprise that Waalturs is also very flexible, being usable as both a pass-rusher and an outside-run-stopper. He possesses an impressive work-ethic and is as civil and polite as they come on and off the field, which has a jarring dissonance with his tendency to slam people violently to the ground between the whistles.

DE#99 – Henrik Baaldr – Age: 22; H: 6’2”; W: 301lbs – Balanced - US Dunnmaar – Dunnmaar, Stalhamark – Even though Baaldr did not make as much of an impact as many would have liked as a rookie, he flashed enough potential and was enough of a credit to the defensive line that he earned himself a starting spot as a defensive end. Although he doesn't seem to have Honorius Waalturs' knack for making plays, Baaldr is very talented and there's every reason to hope he might develop into a star one day.

DL#96 – Rikard Theodur – Age: 21; H: 6’4”; W: 315lbs – Balanced – Skarrsboro Federal – Rone, Stalhamark – Another member of the wave of young talent brought in before World Bowl XX, Theodur is built right along the borderline between large defensive end and small defensive tackle, meaning he sees playing time in a variety of fronts. His versatility also encompasses his abilities, as he is capable of rushing the passer, playing the run, and even (insofar as defensive linemen are ever called on to do so) some small talent in coverage.

DE#98 – Archie Wagner - Age: 34; H: 6’2”; W: 302lbs – Balanced – UO Vienna/St. Theodore - Vienna, Ostrea - One of the team's most-established veterans, Wagner has finally felt his age catching up to him, and the thirty-four year old, despite still being a very competent defender, found himself dethroned from the starting defensive end role by a younger, more-talented player. Wagner will still see plenty of time, and will be trusted in a pinch if Baaldr should bungle his chance, but it's one more sign that a long-time Allamunnic stalwart's career is entering its twilight years.

Linebackers:

SAM#97 – Maarkus Staalhelm – Age: 22; H: 6’3”; W: 262lbs – Balanced – US Rone – Vymsburg, Piekslynd – Staalhelm exploded onto the scene last year as a surprisingly-effective player both against the run and the pass, both as a rusher and in coverage. Being able to seal down the strong side effectively even as a rookie saw Staalhelm secure the starting SAM linebacker role, and he looks likely to produce tackles and turnovers with more playing time this year.

MIKE#45 – Steven Lindburgh - Age: 26; H: 6'3"; W: 265lbs - Balanced - UO Innsbruck - Andersburg, Stalhamark – Lindburgh did a good job last year stepping up to lead an inexperienced linebacking unit, leading the unit in tackles and providing crucial leadership, helped by his excellent football IQ. Combine that with elite speed (both laterally and straight ahead) and being a textbook tackler with plenty of strength and weight behind him, and you have an all-around elite linebacker that any team would be glad to have.

BUCK#55 – Kyl Waalturs – Age: 22; H: 6’3”; W: 264lbs – Balanced – US Dunnmaar – Dunnmaar, Stalhamark – Waalturs enters his second year as the team's starting BUCK linebacker. Given playing time and the opportunities to prove himself, Waalturs stepped up on a talent-loaded defense. Although he doesn't put up the gaudy tackling numbers that Lindburgh does, Waalturs' solid work in coverage and against the run allow the playmakers around him to go out and do their thing.

WILL#41 – Danley Vicious - Age: 26; H: 6’2”; W: 247lbs – Pass Rusher – UO Vienna/St. Theodore - Grimmeburg, Piekslynd – An aggressive linebacker who more than lives up to his surname, Vicious has stepped up as the leading outside linebacker, both as a pass-rusher and edge-setter in the last several years with the team. He unfortunately spent most of last year on injured reserve, but has looked stronger and quicker than ever in training camp.

ILB#57 - Junn Haaldur - Age: 22; H: 6'2"; W: 261lbs - Balanced - Leif's Harbor College - Rone, Stalhamark - Haaldur is similar enough to Waalturs that there shouldn't be much of a drop off if he has to come in, even if he's looked a little less impressive in his game time and practice; physically, they're very similar, and Haaldur is plenty solid as a linebacker.

OLB#48 - William Cowl - Age: 25; Height: 6'2"; Weight: 260lbs - Balanced - Inneville Federal University - A new addition signed as a free agent out of the AGL, William Cowl is a solid linebacker who can be plugged in and played pretty much anywhere in the unit; although he's not as talented as some other players, he has the versatility to cover the pass, rush the quarterback, or play the run with competence. Thus, even though he is listed as an outside linebacker, it should not be surprising if he gets used on the interior, as well.

OLB#37 – Shawn Holmstrom - Age: 28; H: 6'2"; W: 260lbs - Balanced - UO Leif's Harbor - Shraedurpurt, Tyrrswatch - Holmstrom has settled in as a rotating player who sees the field plenty, and is only not a starter because of the explosive players who have landed ahead of him. However, he sees relief duty frequently, rotates freely with Staalhelm and Vicious, and is a dangerous linebacker in his own right.

Cornerbacks:

Safeties:

Special Teams:

by **Cassadaigua** » Fri Sep 06, 2013 7:27 pm

TEAM CASSADAIGUA- WORLD BOWL 21

Starters in Blue
Backups in Red

Coach- Kaitlyn Rinaldi (55) 5th World Bowl as Head Coach. Was Def. Coord. the prior three World Bowls, and was a starting DB as a player

Offensive Coordinator- Danielle Regan (55) (Former starting HB) 5th WB as Off. Coord.
Defensive Coordinator- Meghan Caprotti (46) 4th WB as Def. Coord; starting DB from World Bowls 12-15)

(*= Denotes First Time Starter; **- Denotes Player making international debut)

OFFENSE:
QB: #11- Jessica Minor (29)
QB: #7- Caitlyn Fisher (28)
QB: #12- Meghan Roberson (27)

HB: #34- Stacie Meehan (28)
HB: #32- Crystal Amodeo (25)**
HB: #35- Danielle Cortes (24)**

FB: #40 Mikayla Swisher (32)
FB: #44- Jessica Kline**

TE: #89- Tracianne Christie (28)*
TE: #82- Sarah Nicolas (31)
TE: #88- Katarina O'Malley (25)**

WR: #87- Kiersten Carmichael (30)
WR: #80- Stephanie Reagan (27)
WR: #81- Tiffany Gordon (25)
WR: #83- Chelsea Carrillo (22)
WR: #84- Audrey Kelly (27)
WR: #85- Nicole Spillane (27)
WR: #86- Katrina Culpepper (29)- Primary Kick Returner/Punt Returner
WR: #19- Julia Raines (25)

LT: #69- Matthew Johanssen (27)*
LG: #62- Lenny Gomes (26)*
C: #60- Trevor Kincaid (25)*
RG: #66- Nathan Breen (25)*
RT: #68- Joseph Naylor (23)*
T: #63- Connor McAvoy (28)**
T: #64- Russell Mulvey (29)**
T: #61- Jordan Sweeney (23) **
C: #65- Thomas O'Toole (25) **
G: #67- Brian Jarnigan (26) **
G: #70- Henry Kruze (27) **
G/C: #50- Gabrielle Santana (32)

DEFENSE:
DT: #98- Alexander McGowan (26)*
DT: #99- Tricia Dimura (27)
DE: #92- Wendy Black (28)
DE: #95- Zoey Schaffer (26)*
DL: #90- Tatianna Zubov (31)
DL: #91- Jose Santacruz (28) **
DL: #93- Rachel Oliver (24)
DL: #94- John Merrick (26)**
DL: #96- Lisa Quilcox (26)

OLB: #57- Tara Thompson (31)
MLB: #53- Courtney Douglas (28)
ILB: #54- Ashley King (27)
LB: #58- Chloe Rossman (25)
LB: #59- Amanda McNichol (29)
LB: #97- Alexa Kielty (25) **
LB: #72- Lena Bailey (23)
LB: #76- Cara Whitney (26)

LCB: #27- Shannon Jackson (26)
RCB: #37- Katrina Shatzky (27)
FS: #20- Jessica Larue (33)
SS: #22- Ericka LePage (31)
DB: #26- Stacie Hutchinson (30)
DB: #23- Samantha Thomas (24)- Gunner on Special Teams
DB: #21- Kimberly Mason (24)- Secondary Kick Returner/Punt Retuner
DB: #25- Danielle McNall (23)
DB: #36- Megan Breeden (26)

Special Teams:
K: #9- Adrienne Morales (25)*
K: #3- Sierra McIntyre (24)**

P: #6- Darlene Engbert (46)
P: #14- Alyssa Dillon (30)

Style Mod: -1.2
RP Permissions: Do whatever you want. Just don't kill or seriously injure someone.
RP Request of you: Cassadaigua prides itself on defensive play by the secondary. I request (and it is just a request) that you have the majority of your offensive success be on the ground.

Home Stadium: Concord Heights Stadium (Concord Heights, Cassadaigua). Capacity 77,000

by **Osarius** » Sat Sep 07, 2013 5:42 am

Osarius Firebirds Gridiron Football Roster

Head Coach: Leon Saint
Though considered a living legend, Leon Saint is starting to come in for serious criticism from the notoriously expectant Osarian gridiron fans. After leading the national team to Baptism of Iron glory decades ago -- in what remains the sole tournament triumph by an Osarian national representative team in any sport outside the Olympics -- and leading the most successful gridiron team in Osarian history (Utica Bears) until his retirement ten years ago, Saint has slowly carved out a reputation as a stellar coach, following in the footsteps of his great mentors. It's not enough for a fanbase that has waited patiently to see their nation's senior stars fulfil the great promise shown at collegiate level. Almost as if to stack the odds even more heavily against him, Saint persists in selecting a large number of Utica-based players or graduates from his alma mater, most notably his younger brother Luke. If there is one thing Saint understands perfectly, though, it is the siege mentality. It's hard to believe this isn't on his mind when seemingly making things tougher for his charges.

Assistant Coaches: Xavier Camacho & Henri Toulalan
Both formerly of Utica University, and both familiar with Leon Saint, it's not a surprise at all that they are backing up the Utica alumnus. Camacho's tenure as Utica Tigers defensive co-ordinator was used against him last campaign, as Osarius' defense flattered to deceive when it really mattered. He can't use the excuse of inexperienced or mediocre players at his disposal, when his defensive unit contains so many first round draft picks from the Osarian Gridiron Football League. Toulalan, on the other hand, as a quarterback coach, is perhaps under less pressure. If the quarterbacks in the squad should fail to live up to expectation, head coach Saint will likely take the brunt of the criticisms. Toulalan's job is to get the rest of the offense working at prime efficiency. There are few doubts over his ability as a co-ordinator, but the idea persists that, on a national level, that kind of synergy is far easier to speak about than to put into practice. The suspension of the OSAGIF League last year, and subsequent "tour" by the national team may have gone a long way toward alleviating those concerns.

Home Stadium: The Benevolence Bowl, Dynapolis, Osarius (capacity 67,000)
The Benevolence Bowl hosts the national championship game in Osarian gridiron every year, despite the existence of the larger Mount Crown Stadium. Considered the cradle of Osarian gridiron, the 67,000 capacity arena in the south has the perfect atmosphere for the game. An atmosphere that simply can't be replicated at Mount Crown. The humid southern climate is considered an advantage for Osarius over visiting teams, who often struggle under the weight of the heat and the typically hostile Osarian stadium atmosphere, but it does mean the home side are forced to employ extensive personnel rotation. The most recent high profile game at the Benevolence Bowl was the final of NSCF 8, last month, meaning there are no concerns over the condition of the field.

Playing Style: West Coast Offense / 4-3 Defense
Typically, I RP most opposition yardage as occurring on the ground so I'd prefer if -- if you post before I do -- you RP'd my defense as having a very strong pass rush and a strong secondary, but that's not necessary.

Style modifier: +2
Colours: Red, Black and Gold

RP Permissions: Do whatever you like, as long as you don't kill or severely injure any players/staff without the green light. Just have fun, eh?

Full Roster

The Firebirds roster will remain practically the same as last campaign, following the suspension of the OSAGIF League in Osarius. Instead of competing for their respective franchises, the majority of the team have embarked on a "tour" of Rabastor, competing against various teams over the course of what would have been last season, in exhibition games. It is hoped that this extended period of time in close quarters will help the Firebirds' cohesion, and help them take that final step. The one that propels them beyond the quarter finals.

Summary by unit/position under each spoiler.

** Starters are in red
** Preferred second stringers are in blue

No  Name      Surname     Ht.   Wt.  Position            Contracted To          College
07  Luke      Saint       6-2   220  Quarterback         Utica Bears            Utica
09  Clayton   Henderson   6-7   213  Quarterback         Cartagena Wildcats     Druz
14  Bradley   Garden      6-2   209  Quarterback         Corriere Trojans       Utica 
23  Harrison  Ryan        5-10  220  Runningback         Greeningham Giants     Lindenhurst
26  Zane      Daley       5-11  201  Fullback            Crown Valley Cougars   No College
33  Alexander Hayes       5-11  211  Runningback         Trothwands Thunder     Burningham
36  Aaron     Poynter     5-11  224  Runningback         Trothwands Thunder     B'ham Capital
37  Sheldon   Taylor      5-8   210  Runningback         Tripoli Pirates [AMS]  Utica
48  Nathaniel Mourning    6-0   237  Fullback            Kyoshiku Devils        A Youth Academy

The retirement of Paco Sanchez would normally have been cause for concern, given Nathaniel Mourning's injury record, but the team's transition away from using plays that require a fullback has lessened the fear in this area. Mourning is still first choice for that role, though he doesn't appear on the "starters" list anymore.

Luke Saint retains his role as de facto team leader and starting signal caller, despite an ultimately disappointing overall output last World Bowl. The reasoning is simple, as a pure pocket-passer, he is far superior to his rivals at the position. Don't count out Bradley Garden, though. Garden's greater mobility could be a major factor later in the campaign, when the offensive line's fatigue builds up. We've noticed a trend toward the pocket collapsing quicker and quicker in the latter stages for Osarius -- partly due to superior opposition, of course -- but in those games, the Trojans' QB might be a better option.

The runningback options remain the same, but the hierarchy has changed, with Sheldon Taylor taking the backup role this time around. His dominant running of old is becoming a less frequent sighting as years of high level gridiron competition have taken a serious toll on his body. Harrison Ryan's talent for forcing the ball forward on short yardage plays sees him retain the third down specialist role, while young Aaron Poynter is expected to split the majority of carries with his Trothwands teammate Alexander Hayes. Poynter has slimmed down considerably over the past year, and dramatically improved his agility, meaning the Firebirds still have a legitimate two-headed rushing attack, even if they can't rely on the legs of Sheldon Taylor anymore.

No Name Surname Ht. Wt. Position Contracted To College
52 Idris Pappo 6-4 335 Guard Utica Bears A Youth Academy
53 Clayton Jameson 6-5 336 Off. Tackle Carbonia Axemen Corriere
63 Luke O'Neill 6-4 321 Center Corriere Trojans A Youth Academy
65 Leonard Dalton 6-7 335 Off. Tackle Kyoshiku Devils Hearthlands
66 Claude N'Diaye 6-4 311 Off. Tackle Shanak Spartans Utica
67 Funo Vanamuro 6-5 302 Guard Turic Serpents Crown Valley
68 Owen Young 6-4 319 Center Greeningham Giants Callisto
69 Antonio Rosado 6-4 315 Guard Carbonia Axemen Hollybrent Tech
70 Fumo Vunaseki 6-3 319 Guard Hearthlands Fire Utica
71 Scott Bailey 6-7 324 Off. Tackle Greeningham Giants B'ham Capital
72 Todd Spears 6-5 318 Guard Greeningham Giants Hollybrent Tech
73 Calvin Thompson 6-5 311 Center Crown Valley Cougars Bai'uke
75 Kai Perkins 6-7 341 Off. Tackle Burningham Bulls Callisto
76 Raul Hector 6-8 330 Off. Tackle Turic Serpents Utica
78 Jamar Shaw 6-5 329 Guard Burningham Bulls Callisto
79 Tomas Cano 6-3 316 Center Kholanaras Vipers Carbonia

The only change of note on the offensive line for Osarius is Raul Hector's promotion over Clayton Jameson. The former Utica University left tackle was instrumental in the college's first NSCF Championship victory, and it seems as though he has proven himself for the Firebirds, too. Jameson's six game absence while the Firebirds were on tour was hardly noticed thanks to Hector's step up, but it should be noted that there is little between the two options. He joins former college teammate Fumo Vunaseki on the left side of center to make a formidable pairing. On the right side of center, Burningham Bulls duo Shaw and Perkins are immovable. Seemingly literally.

No  Name      Surname     Ht.   Wt.  Position            Contracted To          College
14  Jesus     Barrios     6-4   207  Wide Receiver       Tripoli Pirates [AMS]  Crown Valley 
15  Andre     Harrison    6-2   189  Wide Receiver       Kart Hago Lions        Kart Hago  
81  Jeremiah  Coles       6-5   212  Wide Receiver       Burningham Bulls       Alano
82  Lucas     Clayton     6-2   210  Wide Receiver       Dynapolis Dragons      Greeningham City 
83  Marques   James       6-3   250  Tight End           Dynapolis Dragons      Mora 
84  Sebastian Lloyd       6-1   195  Wide Receiver       Carbonia Axemen        Kart Hago
85  Thomas    Thompson    6-3   199  Wide Receiver       Trothwands Thunder     Greeningham City 
86  Miguel    Lopez       6-0   205  Wide Receiver       Dynapolis Dragons      Kronenhof
87  Carlos    Baccaro     6-6   223  Tight End           Carbonia Axemen        Mora 
88  Karim     Ouaddou     6-5   228  Tight End           Capua Cardinals [AMS]  Utica
89  Lloyd     MacLean     6-3   208  Wide Receiver       Chestmana Chiefs       Utica

All three of Saint's favourite targets return as starters. All three are former college teammates, too. Luke Saint will be less than pleased however, should there be any injury concerns in this department. The best backups at wideout from last campaign are unavailable this time around. Sebastian Nelson's severe knee injury ruled him out for nine months, and may well end his professional career, while Esteban Alves has decided to retire following the Trojans' refusal to trade him. The problems don't end there, as tight end Henry Reid has decided to hang up his cleats.

The loss of Reid in particular is worrying, as the Firebirds have opted to use a two tight end set with a reasonable degree of regularity while on tour. Should either Ouaddou or James be unavailable, this could put undue pressure on young Carlos Baccaro. Baccaro's rangy frame make him a great target in red zone situations, but his blocking will require serious improvement to be anywhere near on par with Ouaddou, let alone James.

Andre Harrison replaces Nelson, and provides a decent deep threat with his blistering pace, albeit with questionable hands at times. Jeremiah Coles is the opposite. Possessing no discernible burst of pace, he isn't much threat on deep passing plays, but he has arguably the safest pair of hands in the squad at the moment. Expect Coles to feature as a possession receiver when the Firebirds are in clock management mode.

No  Name      Surname     Ht.   Wt.  Position            Contracted To          College
60  Clayton   Monaghan    6-3   322  Def. Tackle         Firewood Phoenix       Burningham 
61  Terrell   Cleaver     6-3   300  Defensive End       Shanak Spartans        Trothwands 
62  Andrew    McGregor    6-4   253  Defensive End       Burningham Bulls       Rhodunaia 
64  Jason     Hellman     6-1   294  Def. Tackle         Callisto Colts         Greeningham 
74  Kenneth   Braddock    6-6   289  Def. Tackle         Greeningham Giants     Crown Valley 
93  Oliver    Rowland     6-3   277  Defensive End       Hearthlands Fire       Greeningham City 
94  Kevin     Trotter     6-2   330  Def. Tackle         Hollybrent Hawks       Lindenhurst 
95  Inigo     Canales     6-2   250  Defensive End       Trothwands Thunder     Kyoshiku 
96  Daryn     Patterson   6-4   308  Def. Tackle         Burningham Bulls       Mora 
97  Casey     Walsh       6-2   315  Def. Tackle         Cartagena Wildcats     A Youth Academy
99  Antonio   Martinez    6-4   265  Defensive End       Tripoli Pirates [AMS]  Utica

Nothing to see here. Why change one of the most intimidating front fours in gridiron football? All four starters have the appearance, reputation and nicknames to go with that description. The Firebirds' defensive line is clearly built for rushing the passer, and expect them to do just that. Very well.

Clayton "Monsterghan" steps up to starter alongside Daryn "The Damager" Patterson, but Kenneth Braddock is still on the roster. It appears as though Braddock is most likely to be used a space-eater, while Monaghan is more likely to apply additional pressure alongside sack-machine Patterson. Outside them, "The Butcher" Terrell Cleaver and "The Tubrissian Menace" Antonio Martinez will provide containment and additional pressure.

Antonio Martinez is possibly the best defensive end Osarius have ever produced, and is pretty much a shoe-in for the Osarius Gridiron Hall of Fame when he becomes eligible. Having terrorized quarterbacks since high school, Martinez has shown no signs of letting up on that front, even after fifteen years of professional gridiron. While Cleaver is less prolific with his sack numbers, he's known for cutting through run blockers on the strongside... hence the nickname.

No  Name      Surname     Ht.   Wt.  Position            Contracted To          College
32  Jamal     Cleaver     6-3   248  Outside Linebacker  Kronkow Kings          Masaka
50  Aaron     Richardson  6-2   242  Outside Linebacker  Cartagena Wildcats     Utica
51  Lu'ko     Manaki'de   6-3   241  Outside Linebacker  Kyoshiku Devils        Audenborough 
54  Tyler     Spence      6-1   248  Inside Linebacker   Corriere Trojans       Jraxville 
55  Joseph    Cartagena   6-2   258  Inside Linebacker   Greeningham Giants     Euribus
56  Micah     Forte       6-3   242  Inside Linebacker   Tripoli Pirates [AMS]  Renneville 
57  Ku'lo     Manaki'de   6-2   260  Outside Linebacker  Kyoshiku Devils        A Youth Academy
58  Ethan     Murray      6-3   254  Outside Linebacker  Burningham Bulls       Crown Valley 
59  Rex       Johnson     6-2   241  Inside Linebacker   Trothwands Thunder     Hearthlands 
91  Lanu      Kurebava    6-2   245  Outside Linebacker  Callisto Colts         Mora

Arguably the weakest part of the Osarius defense, the linebacking corps has been the primary recipient of criticism for a long time. The Firebirds' traditionally poor rush defense can largely be explained here. The prevalence of quicker linebackers over larger ones combines badly with a sometimes over-zealous pass rush from the defensive line to create too many gaps.

Despite their speed, the majority of the Firebirds' linebackers aren't particularly reliable at making tackles in open space. Micah Forte is an exception to this rule, and consistently halts runners if they come anywhere near him. However, the pass-heavy nature of the OSAGIF League has perhaps skewed personnel specialities toward preventing yardage through the air. Unlike most teams, the Firebirds have a wealth of options at linebacker capable of dropping into pass coverage when necessary, as well as several good pass rush options. Jamal Cleaver often combines well with his cousing Terrell on the strongside to halt runs, while Aaron Richardson is a formidable pass rusher behind Antonio Martinez.

Twin Islanders Lu'ko and Ku'lo Manaki'de are better at run defense than other outside linebacker options, but still seem notably more efficient when facing a passing play. Xavier Camacho will need to make sure the Firebirds are prepared for a strong rusher if they are to progress beyond the quarter final glass ceiling this time around. It's not clear how he can address this deficieny with current personnel, however.

No  Name      Surname     Ht.   Wt.  Position            Contracted To          College
21  Jamel     Kennedy     5-11  201  Cornerback          Firewood Phoenix       Masaka
22  Ku'ro     Manito'gu   6-2   210  Safety              Firewood Phoenix       Masaka
24  Leon      Williams    5-10  200  Safety              Callisto Colts         Elishat
25  Ru'go     Lubado'ro   6-3   230  Safety              Vienna Huskies [AMS]   Trothwands 
28  Leon      Calk        5-9   179  Cornerback          Corriere Trojans       Utica
29  Chad      Valentin    5-10  185  Cornerback          Yurendam Warriors      Euribus
31  Hi'ro     Manaka'li   5-11  189  Cornerback          Chestmana Chiefs       Utica
34  Guillermo Ramirez     5-11  197  Safety              Hollybrent Hawks       Utica
35  Rigo      Kopumava    5-11  195  Cornerback          Meuse Motors [AMS]     Utica
38  Ryan      Cleaver     6-1   198  Cornerback          Tripoli Pirates [AMS]  Mora
44  Si'ku     Tiloka'tu   5-11  219  Safety              Kyoshiku Devils        A Youth Academy
46  Craig     Wilkerson   6-4   225  Safety              Schlossberg Saints     Mora

Probably the strongest part of the Osarius roster is the secondary. It almost reads like a who's who of shutdown corners and dominant safeties in Osarius. When your second string strong safety is good enough to play in the consensus best gridiron league in the world, you're looking at a strong set of players.

Outspoken cornerback Rigo Kopumava leads a secondary with a penchant for picking off passes, and carries a fearsome reputation as a returner. His former understudy Hi'ro Manaka'li is still waiting in the wings to usurp him, too, underlining the ability of Ryan Cleaver (no relation this time).

The only real loss to this unit this year is Bradley Thomas. The fifteen year veteran has called time on an illustrious career at last, and is replaced by rookie professional Leon "Komodo" Calk, a speedy -- if a little undersized -- cornerback "with a venomous bite", as former Osarius head coach Harold Matterhorn once put it. It represents a bit of a risk on the part of Camacho, but at the very least, Calk provides versatiliy as a superb punt/kick return option, and someone who could potentially fill in at free safety.

No  Name      Surname     Ht.   Wt.  Position            Contracted To          College
10  Paul      Atkinson    5-9   172  Kicker              Yurendam Warriors      Utica
12  Xavier    O'Connor    5-10  189  Kicker              Schlossberg Saints     Highport 
13  Owen      Dickson     5-10  197  Punter              Corriere Trojans       Audenborough 
17  Zane      Mason       5-11  202  Punter              Schlossberg Saints     Burningham 
77  Jonathan  Cassel      6-5   310  Long Snapper        Carbonia Axemen        Bai'uke

It's odd how little attention is paid to these guys, but more points have been scored off the "Laser Rocket Boot" of Paul Atkinson than any other player in Osarian gridiron history. He's also the only player on the roster to have had a part in Osarius' Baptism of Iron victory all those years ago, and despite his age, shows no sign of stopping.

Darryl Sykes' omittal suggests the Firebirds will share the return duties among a number of players -- and there is no shortage of options -- though it's questionable how effective this will be. Sykes, as a return specialist, was a consistent, if rarely spectacular option.

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