A Message From The (Real) Commissioner

A Message From The (Real) Commissioner

Ruben Harripersaud

Week 10!

This week brought hard fought battles and electrifying matches.

Message from William Power:

Simple reminder that the standings on the website might not be correctly displayed due to forfeits and some multi team ties. An email will be sent at the end of the day Saturday, but refer to section 18 of the rulebook for official tie-breaking procedures.

If you have any questions, you can ask William Power or email MTLFlagFootball@gmail.com.

Good luck to everyone mathematically alive!

Div 1

Even excellence:

The Unit and Idaho Udapimps matchup this week has left buzz throughout the division and continuing a long lasting win streak. Through a match of blood sweat and tears the Unit beat Idaho 38-36 in an intense confrontation. Vinny Gualano presented most likely the most even ball distribution we have seen in a long time, leaving each receiver with 4 receptions and a win this week. The Unit on a mean hot streak having their 6th consecutive win this week and look scary for the playoffs.

Conjuring converts:

In the game between KOLB and Double Dippers spectacular converts proved to create comfortable distance between the scores leading to a KOLB win 39-28. The touchdown difference was only one but the 5 points off of converts from KOLB helped create a 2 score difference between the two teams and helped assure KOLB a more comfortable win.

Div 2

Bizzare pattern:

After average Joe's picked up their 3rd win of the season this week over Raw sauce 44-28 there's been an odd pattern. Throughout the Joe's season after two losses they've picked up a win. This has happened three times, the maximum amount of times it could happen in a season! 

What could have been:

In a match between Honor Game and Thunder Buddies in the late minutes of the second half, it was looking like Dave Daoust and Honor Game were looking for a comeback, and had 2 consecutive catches to move the change and looked like they had a sliver of hope. Then 4 consecutive incompletes and a swift first down from Thunder Buddies, eclipsed their light leaving an uneasy feeling, wondering what could have been.

Div 3 

Hollywood show out:

After Avery kilmas' guest appearance on Instagram he showed out this week leading Ghosts to a 40-27 win over Drama Club. He was a monster on the rushing front this game, having 8 attempts and 61 yards, while also picking up 219 yards 6TDs and only 1 interception.

Hats off:

In a meeting with Iron Trollers and Bandits Luca Venditti-Greene was an absolute spark plug for Bandits, leading them to a 32-19 win. Luca was by far the MVP of this game having 8 receptions, 74 yards, 1TD, 1 extra point, 0 tackles, but 3 picks! Showing out this week and helping bandits win streak continue.

Div 4

Defensive Battle:

The name of the game between Slicks and Outsiderz was defense. The game was low scoring having Slicks win 19-12. The game was defined by it's turnover on downs and picks each drive without a score birthed new stress for both teams. Ultimately Slicks picked up the win helping their playoff dreams.

Blue Badgers Playoff Comeback!:

After Blue Badgers were 1-3 looking like they were going to have a disappointing season, they realed in their 5th consecutive win, over Les Bouchers 28-14. These last few weeks have catapulted them into the 4th seed and guarantee a playoff seed.

Div 5

They live!: 

Throughout the season Big Booties have had a tough season, but through their hardships they have played their way into the 10th seed and have a great chance to make the playoffs. This has been a exciting, painful, but more exciting season to watch.

Laroche can QB?:

This week we saw Alex Laroche go for 291 yards, 4TDs, and 2 interceptions. The Legendaries still lost to Favela Hustlers 34-27, but this has heavily surprised me. Next thing we know we'll see Laroche have 3 sacks and yes be lined up at the rusher bag.

Women's Division 

Bs Sting:

The result of the match between crazy bs and Les Gauloises, had crazy bs picking up the win 9-6. This result has birthed playoff hope for the bs and ended their long lasting loss streak. 

Within their fingertips: 

In the match between MTL Cessnas and Déesses du drapeau, MTL won 22-19 but not without disturbance. Déesses were so close to mounting a second half comeback being down 22-0 in the first, they just couldn't find the time to get that last score they needed.

If you have made this far thank you as always (this ones to you bubbles (you can edit out if wanted) I hope you all have a wonderful and lazy week, and hope to see you on the field Saturday, Sayonara.

Too Much Integrity to Cover Games!

Too Much Integrity to Cover Games!

Ruben Harripersaud

Week 9!

This week put us face to face with actually decent weather and exciting matches.

Div 1

Unit shootout!:

In a match that went to 47-44! The unit pulled out with their second win on their double header in an absolute shootout. A nice little detail when you look at the stat sheet, almost every receiver had a touchdown this game (that made it on the stat sheet) with the exception of Kevin St Pierre. (ed's note: damn, called out!)

Outlaws comeback: 

After their two game loss streak was looking to continue, Outlaws shattered whatever doubt was looming beating the Idaho Udapimps 27-26 in a OT match (ed's note: an OT win "shattered" doubts?). Old man Steve proved it was just the weather, breaking out of his slump and picking up a win this week.

Div 2 

It's never too late for a win:

Through a tough season for Lions Den they earned their first win of the season over Iron Trollers. This game was a anomaly going to 50-48 and almost coming back in the late second half. This game was insane filled with picks, touchdowns, and tough catches. Through the trenches, Lions Den picked up their first win this week.

Just one point:

Honor game and Simon says game was thrilling going to 36-35 with Honor Game pulling out a 2nd half comeback win. This game was taken over by Victor Davis having 9 reception, 155 yards, and 3 TDs being Honor Game's engine. This game shows us YES, converts do matter.

Div 3 

Tearful bail: 

In a match where I was supposed to sub for the Iron Trollers, my stomach decided to blow up on me sidelining me for the week and in an emotional decision, I had to bail. Jean Francois Lawrence really showed off his favorite end zone receiver hitting Ben Denis 4 times in the end zone. Spartans last game will decide between a positive or even record to end the season.

Win streak broken!?:

Les Nomades four game win streak, having a LOT of momentum going into this game, was broken by Les Petits Phoques 32-19. This was completely unexpected by me, I saw their reign continuing into the playoffs without a loss, but here we are. Dom Lefort proved he still got it, upsetting the 1 seed and putting himself into playoff contention.

Div 4

Hot streak:

After last week where at the beginning of the day Blue Badgers were in a win no matter what mode, but have been red hot, progressing to 5-3 having a 4 game win streak. Blue Badgers are looking to continue their streak till the end of the season and are looking like a true contender.

Outside attack:

We saw La Horde and Outsiderz face off with Outsiderz winning 36-30. This game included a rare safety! But the most eye catching part of the match, after La Horde put themselves up 30-24 with a minute to spare, Outsiderz refused to concede, throwing a 45 yard bomb caught to tie the game 30 all, then picked off La Horde and punched it in in the dying seconds of the game for the game winning touchdown with 0 seconds left, winning 36-30

Div 5

Lazy victory:

Sloths picked up after their loss last week, winning 12-7 over Big assets. The story of the match was interceptions where sloths 3 interceptions were the spark plug to their win this week. Sloths are looking scary going into the playoffs.

Huddled into claws:

Sadly huddle and cuddles struggles continue through this week, losing to the Wolverines 21-14. Nicholas Cloutier actually looked really good in this game. Although yeah I guess he threw 3 picks, but I really liked his gameplay! This helps Wolverines have a light looking to get a spot into the playoffs.

Women's Division 

Sorry:

Again I refuse to write about games this week, because the games I saw on the app were blowouts. (ed's note: what integrity!)

Playoff window:

The race for the last few slots of the playoffs continues, but lessened to 3 teams. These next two weeks are looking to be really important for the playoffs for Reckless, Les Gauloises, and Pink panthers. These teams are in a dead heat, though Les Gauloises and Reckless are in for now and the Pink Panthers are knocking on the door. I'm really excited to see how this battle to make it plays out, and good luck to those teams fighting for it.

If you have read this far thank you for reading and have a wonderful day.

Ruben Rants!

Ruben Rants!

Ruben Harripersaud

Week 8! This week built major storylines, thrilling games, and rainy weather 

Div 1

Never seen before!: Through two tough weeks and two tough losses, we see Steven Harripersaud and the outlaws on their backfoot, falling to 4th seed, and 4-3 on the season. After double dippers and Mason Miller got his revenge on outlaws, we see Ranceurs is right behind them at 4-4. With heavy rainfall, Steve seemed unable to throw the ball this game, having 4 picks and looked to Jonathan Svetna a lot this game. For the first time in a while we might see outlaws not make the playoffs if something doesn't change fast!

What if?: In a match between the Idaho Udapimps and Les Ranceurs, the match was always in reach, but it seemed Ranceurs were unable to make the crucial stop they needed near the end, and having an amazing drive, scoring with 1:10 on the clock and leaving 0:24 seconds. This left me wondering what if they had made that stop? What if they had more time? Although they played their hearts out Idaho just seemed too much to handle ending their match 40-34.

Div 2

Late season hiccups: After Average Joe's made good progress on a late season comeback, picking up a win over Witching Hour, they were given a light to hold on to, but their light was soon eclipsed in their fairytale double header after Honor Game won a close match against Average Joe's 33-26. Although Sean Kennedy had a masterclass today going for 9 receptions, 112 yards, and 3 touchdowns, Honor Game's play proved too much putting them over the hump, and leaving Average Joe's in a tough spot to make the playoffs.

Playoff Race!: We're nearing the climax of the season! This season's been very thrilling to watch and anticipate the next week, and we're nearing the playoffs. We're seeing a battle for the sixth place spot between, Rejects, Iron Trollers, Raw sauce, and Average Joe's. The race for the last spot is starting to heat up the more and more each week, and with most team in a comfortable spot to make the playoffs watching the others duke it out for the last spot really is excilarating to watch. As we reach the end it's been amazing to see. I don't want to put a prediction on the last seat for the playoffs so, good luck to all of and believe in yourselves that you can do it!

Div 3

Rolling Nomades: Since the tough week 5 loss for the Nomades they've been on a major hot streak, continuing their momentum into next week with another large deficit win, over The Iron Trollers 39-14. Although we are going into week 9! The trollers still have a chance to break even with their record, having 4 games and a tight window to make even. 

Phantom pain: after a wonderful start to the season for Ghosts, they have picked up back to back loses, this weeks' loss at the hands of Tropic Thunder 30-28. This game presented rushing excellence with each quarterback, picking up 50 yards with their legs and 1 touchdown. Tropic Thunder demonstrated perseverance not giving up when in the face of a tough adversary, so no matter how big the deficit, no matter how much the game may feel out of reach. Never give up!

Div 4

Just give it a shot: The red flags losing streak extends to two after, they lost to Creaky Knees 26-14. Remarkably there was 3 different QBs for Red flags this game, each having minimum 7 passing attempts! This game was filled with spectacular defense and long drives. In the end this game awarded creaky knees with their 3rd win on the season, birthing playoff hope, and joining a major number of teams with 3 wins this season.

What an upset!: In a major upset (now) 17th place Not fast just furious, beat (now) 7th place Baby Yoda 31-19. Hudy Fleuriseu had a outstanding 2nd half grabbing 2, full length bombs down the field having a Randy Moss like statline of 2 catches 90 yards and 2 touchdowns. Although Baby Yodas' valiant efforts were noticed, they fell short of a comeback, leaving Not fast just furious with their 3rd win of the season, joining the other 9 teams with 3 wins.

Div 5

So close yet so far: In a face off between Wolfpack and Favela hustlers, The hustlers took a early lead in the first half double dipping with 18 seconds left and leaving the half up 27-6. Though a tough threatening lead at hand Wolfpack stayed strong bringing the game within two points with 5 minutes left in the game, their light was eclipsed after a pick 2 from Lucas Azcue-Hardy, and the hustlers throwing a 37 yard bomb downfield, leaving two minutes left in the game ultimately sealing the game 41-31.

Temper tantrum: During a game between Stormbreaker and The Hive, qb Jonathan Junior blew up on his own player Sheeraz Chaudry for apparently running the wrong route leading to two pick sixes. Jonathan had also came to the field late and, yelled at Sheeraz, and left the field at half time. MAJOR DISCLAIMER! This is never something fun to write about but it's for the awareness of the league and to all players, PLEASE! Never treat your player like garbage or walk out on your team. The final score was 56-0 Stormbreaker 

Women's Division 

Playoff report: After this week, we're rounding the final 3 weeks of the season and nothing is written in the stars yet. There are 7 teams! Who have a 3 or 4 win record leaving a probable, 4 playoff spots hanging in the balance. Unless the case of a terrible fallout, the lady Mavs, and Drama Queens, have nearly clinched their playoff spots and is likely looking comfortably to the playoffs. That doesn't change the fact that it's still anyone's game and almost every team have a chance at the playoffs. 

I forgot to place a farewell last time so, as always if you've made it this far thank you for reading, and have a great week, we hope to see next time wherever and whenever.

Fighting a Gift Horse in the Mouth!

Fighting a Gift Horse in the Mouth!

Ruben Harripersaud

Week 7! This week brought some crazy games, unforeseen endings, and new favourites emerging soon before the playoffs.

Div 1

The Unit's defence and offence were on full display against the Outlaws putting up 46 points and stalling them 4 times on offence. Kris Hope executed a good defensive gameplan, making it easy for Vinny to run the offence to a tune of 6tds. Led by Tshitshi Bukasa with 2 Tds, 2-point conversion and a crucial interception in the redzone to stop the Outlaws momentum. Justin White put up a heroic effort with 8 catches for 185 yards, 4 Tds and an interception. His 185 receiving yards ranks fourth all time for a single game record. If The Unit continue to play this well on both sides of the ball, their first championship is within reach!

Les Ranceurs were able to take advantage of a shorthanded Idaho Udapimps squad and hand them their first loss of the season. It was a defensive battle that Les Ranceurs were able to win on converting on turnovers. Understandably Brady wasn't on the same page with some of his receivers as he was stopped on his first three drives allowing Les Ranceurs to jump out to a 14-0 lead and never looked back. Eric Namts led the team with 92 receiving yards, 2 Tds, 2-point conversion and an interception. Les Ranceurs are knocking on the door for a playoff spot and are looking to make some noise coming down the stretch.

Iron Wolves were able to dominate KOLB 52-26 moving them second place in the division. Will Power had a clean sheet with 8 Tds for the game and the defence was able to get 3 picks. This unfortunately eliminates KOLB from playoff contention. KOLB is a talented squad, their record doesn't reflect how good they can be. Hopefully the fall season brings better results for the veteran squad. 

Div 2

Rejects welcomed back their starting QB PO, and pulled out a 20-19 overtime win. Keeping them in playoff contention. The Rejects defence was the story of the game. Khalil Agrebi led the way with 5 sacks and the game winning convert for the win. Raw Sauce defence gave their QB Ludovic Goulet chances to win this game but to no avail in the end. This loss could be one to look back on if Raw Sauce barely misses a playoff spot.

Simon Says won their matchup against Average Joes easily with great all-around performance, with everyone contributing on both sides of the ball. It has been a difficult season for Average Joes, as Jason Armenti tries to recapture that QB glory of being QB of the year last spring. Time is running out on Joe's to turn it around.  

Honor Game was not able to field enough roster players to avoid the dreaded forfeit. Iron Trollers with the victory inch closer to a playoff spot

Lions Den had a doubleheader and welcomed a familiar face from the past, QB Demario Cooper. Lions Den was able to put points, but came up short in both games against Thunderbuddies and Bines. After the two losses, Lion's Den hope of making the playoffs is pretty much done.  

Div 3

Unexpected outcome!: with both Ghosts and Nomades being 5-1 heading into the week, I don't think anyone excepted the Nomades to win, 45-13, in a statement win. This has the Nomades advancing to the 1 seed and Ghosts trailing right on their tail in the 2nd seed.

Quality passes: The Iron Trollers and La Horde faces off this week, and ended in a Horde win 38-19. The Iron Trollers struggles continue as Jon Evans was MIA this week leaving Rob white to throw. La Horde picked him off twice, both ending in pick sixes. Is it wrong to say I still believe in Iron Trollers to make a comeback and Josh Levine to turn back the clock and have 600 off the back half of the season? (ed's note: 600 what? You damn kids and your modern lingo and complicated haircuts!)

Div 4

Gold takeover: In an absolute shootout, Gold and A squad came out with a dub over F.A.T players in a match that went to 49-47. There was high tension in the game, that was thankfully exterminated with proper sportsmanship. The chatter began after commish Jon Evans left to get some water (ed's note: I was just letting things boil over to "see what would happen"). Both teams skill and perseverance shone in this match, being an amazing classic.

Quick dial 514: Team 514 and Atlas played this week in match that exceeded regulation and had 6 OT converts where it was Jean Phillipe Léveillé who finished the game receiving the convert from Thomas Svioski. 514 player Cheik Ibra Dieng had an astonishing 6 sacks tying the 3rd most sacks in a game record with 3 other players. 

Div 5

Titans bounce back: After a rough week last week, the Titans pick up a win over the blue brewers 8-6. The key factor of the game was Stephen Chows' safety that was ultimately the game deciding difference in the game. 

New QB1?: Thomas Knoj stepped up for Wong dynasty in their game against the Hive, throwing 6 and 0 (ed's note: damn kids!) for 249 passing yards. Wong dynasty won 38-12 in this match without noble captain advancing them to 5-1 comfortably in the 4 seed.

Women's Division 

Turned tables: As Reckless went up 2-0 against Les Gauloises in the first half, through Maelie Fecteaus' safety, Les Gauloises ran away with it in the second half scoring 4 times and ending the game 25-2.

"Never look a gift horse in the mouth"-Sir Charles Lytton:

In a close first half Crazy b's had a 12-8 lead and a fair lead going into the second half. But the Pink Panthers proved to be too much taking the lead in the second half and ending the game 21-12 with crazy b's coming so close to attempting to enter the 3rd seed.


(ed's note: Ruben didn't put a sign off, so I'll write one for him to be nice)

Well that's it for me, Ruben Harripersaud. I think Jon's the best and will literally fight anyone (to the death!) who says otherwise!

Ruben's Ramblings

Ruben's Ramblings

Ruben Harripersaud

Hello, MFL nation!

Week 6 gave us exciting matches, thrilling shootouts, and new teams talking themselves into heavy contenders.

Div 1

KOLB pulled off a huge win against the Outlaws! Though being shorthanded, Jonathan Plourde moved the offence up and down the field to a tune of 7 TDs, with 5 TDs going to Avery Klimas. The Outlaws defence was shorthanded, as old man Harripersaud was exposed on defence. Unfortunately, due to a roster error in subs, the game was deemed a forfeit. KOLB played their best game of the season, as they looked unstoppable!

The Unit defence bullied Double Dippers, as it stifled David Brisson for 5 interceptions. The veteran defence had contributions from everyone, as 4 players each had a pick. On offence, Vinny was steady throughout the game, converting 7 TDs. Double Dippers just have rack this up to a learning experience and move on to the next game.

Iron Wolves were able to get back into the win column, handing Double Dippers their second loss of the day. Dave Brisson was able to go head-to-head with Iron Wolves offence, relying Simon Dumas with 70 yds and 2 TDs. A crucial interception in the last minutes of the game by Zach Mastromonaco allowed IW to take over the game. Will Power was able to score on every drive, all but the last one with the game in hand. Zach Maastromonaco had a break out game, having 82 receiving yards, 3 TDs, XP, and pick. Zach has a big upside going ahead, and will have to play major role in the Iron Wolves becoming champs again.

Div 2

Thunder Buddies and Witching Hour came into the weekend with doubleheaders in the rain! They both managed to earn a split. TB was able to edge out Raw Sauce with a 25-24. It was a defensive battle, as each QB threw 2 interceptions. Frederick Buteau led the TB defence with 2 picks and a TD on offence. Raw Sauce defence kept them in the game, led by Marc-Antoine Leveillee with a pick six. Ludovic Goulet was only able to convert on 3 drives for the game. The difference in the game was a convert.

Witching Hour first game was a close one also, as they went to overtime, defeating Iron Trollers 13-12 in a low scoring game. Tristan Bigoneses was able to haul in the winning 1pt convert after IT failed on their attempt before. Both QBs had difficulty moving the ball, both defences stood tall, as Justin White led the Trollers with 3 of the 4 interceptions for IT in the game. Witching Hour defence forced IT into 5 punts and 2 picks.

In game 2, the undefeated Thunderbuddies took on the defending champs, Witching Hour, in a possible playoff preview! It was tightly contested throughout. Witching Hour QB Mathieu Tessier was able to throw for 6 TDs, with his defence giving him short fields to work with. Tristian Bigonese racked 2 TDs and a XP. The Witching Hour defence forced 4 interceptions from the TB offence. Jeremi Mecoli's pick six and Vince Marotte pick in last 7 minutes was huge in giving TB their first loss of the season. TB's bright spot was Dave Gutkovsky, looking fully recovered from his injury, going for 12 catches for 131 yards and 2 TDs.

Div 3

The Nomade way: After a player on Les Nomades got injured, in a display of kindness, the Jade Vipers broke the script and played 5 on 5 for the match, but burning through 4 QBs with four picks between them was not the right play, leading to Les Nomades winning 31-12.

Picks Picks Picks!?: This was a defensively excellent game, where there were 9 combined picks! But through this dispute, the Ghosts came out with the win, 26-18.

Div 4

Rude awakening: After Bandits had just come off a hard fought win that came down to the final minutes of regulation, their four game win streak was ended in brutal fashion, after the Mustard Tigers won 41-6, leaving it all in the field.

Streak killer: Going DTS vs Red Flags, both teams were the last two teams who remained undefeated, with each team having 4 game win streaks, making the winner the last undefeated team. Red Flags were just too much for DTS, overwhelming them in the first half, going up 19-0, and continued their dominance through the rest of the game, winning 31-15.

Div 5

Big comeback: The aftermath of a exhilarating match leaves Big Assets coming out on top with a win in OT over Big Booties, 27-26. After being down 20-6 in the second half, with fourteen minutes left in the match, they mounted a comeback, bringing the game to overtime, where it was Matthew Newell being the overtime hero, catching the convert and sealing the game.

Too fast to handle?: In major blowout, the Titans struggles continue after The Legendaries won 46-6. Rusher Stéphane Dauphin applied major pressure to the QB, forcing to put the ball in spots he'd wish he had a second chance to throw again. (Note if this next portion is deemed disrespectful or hurtful, please let it be removed.) (Ed's note: I left that note in from Ruben to show just what a sweet boy he is compared to Kevin!) The Titans receivers didn't help the QB much either, dropping many easy catches.

Women's Division

First half excellence: The Lady Mavs came out BLASTING, scoring 25 point in the first half. The Déesses du Drapeau were incapable of making a comeback, with a final score of 31-6.

Humble humbled: The Pink Panthers beat Humble 13-0 in a game of defense, with a pick six being half the scores in this game.

As always, thank you for reading this far. We hope to see you next week, and best wishes to everyone and every team. Good day and goodbye!

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