Madisons’ Recreation Football Program began its practices the first week of August, as the Clinic squad focused on improving their skills for another successful season.
Their first game was Saturday night 9/6 at the Madison Recreation Center against a formidable Wharton team. Going by past history, the Clinic Coaches knew they had their work cut out for them and Wharton wasted no time in proving them right. With a mixed array of plays and well-timed execution, Wharton jumped out to a quick 13-0 lead before Madison’ Anthony Contessa was able to answer with a long run of his own to the end zone. Gabe Artiglere scored the point after, making it 13-7 at the half.
Both teams had some dazzling runs for long gains and showed a lot of talent defensively as possession of the ball continually changed hands in the second half. It was only until late in the fourth quarter that Wharton struck again, finding room on the outside and scoring the last points of the game, ending it at 20-7.
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The Clinic Coaching Staff of Greg Colao, Matt Ferris, Anthony Contessa, Steve Finelli, Jim DeMarzo and Steve McKenna made note of the adjustments needed to prepare for the next opponent. Progress continues to grow with each practice and these Clinic players are sure to bring exciting thrills in the games to come. They are : Andrew Boyd, Anthony Contessa, Ben Colao, Colin Faraher, Elliot Dressler, Gabe Artiglere, Jackson Conroy, Jackson Koehler, Jakub Szacillo, Jared Barnes, Joey DeMarzo, John Hanna, Justin Slabaugh, Lenny Jandali, Markus Vali, Michael Keller, Miles Depaul, Nate McKenna, Nick McKenna, Patrick Roelke, Robert Ferris, Ronan Mcginn, Scotty Spelker, Tommy Packie, Vincent Finelli and Will Baisch.
Our next game is away at Newton on 9/19, so look for us when we’re home again and come out and support Madison Rec Football, you won’t be disappointed ! Go Dodgers !
