Sunday, October 11, 2015

Langston Comes Out of Firestorm on Short End of Offensive Shootout

COURTESY LINCOLN UNIVERSITY ATHLETICS

LANGSTON, Oklahoma -- Today's big win for the Arizona Christian University Firestorm puts them on top of the standings in the CSFL with Southwestern Assemblies of God, both teams at 2-0 in conference play.

The Firestorm started off scoring at will and opening up a lead in the first half, 35-19 at the break.

The second half would be a wild offensive display by both teams. Langston scored multiple times to keep the game within reach, but the Firestorm had an answer to maintain the lead throughout the game. Langston had a chance at the end down 52-55 with the ball and just under 2:00 on the clock, but ACU's defense held tough and the Firestorm would get the ball back and run out the clock for their second victory in the CSFL.

Only two teams remain undefeated in the conference.

Quarterback Gerrit Groenewold was the offensive leader, 20-33 passing for 225 yards and 5 touchdowns, he would also add 73 yards and 1 touchdown on the ground. Running back PJ Sparks had another great day rushing, 24 attempts for 109 yards. 7 different receivers would catch passes for the Firestorm, Cules Rose led the receiving core, with 3
receptions for 52 yards and 2 touchdowns.

After the game Coach Donnie Yantis had this to say about his team and the win, "WOW, what an unbelievable victory by our Firestorm football program! Beating three-time CSFL champions was an experience that we will never forget! I am so proud of our coaches, players and the fans that traveled to Oklahoma to witness one of the most exciting games I have ever been a part of."

Next week is homecoming for the football team, hosting Lyon College at Shadow Mountain High School next Saturday night at 7:00 p.m. "We look forward to getting home and preparing for Lyon College from Arkansas. We need to pack the stands!! FAITH, FAMILY EDUCATION, FOOTBALL! RISE UP, ROLL STORM!" added Coach Yantis.

COURTESY ARIZONA CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY SPORTS INFORMATION

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