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Tales from the GridIron

2023 Football Season Edition

Volume 7, Issue 5

Lancers in the News

NH Union Leader

"Londonderry tops Windham in battle of ranked teams"

Chris Duffy, Updated Oct 1, 2023

One time-consuming scoring drive and tough defense. That’s what it took for Londonderry to beat Windham on a night built for simple football.

The Eagle-Tribune

"Windham throws scare into Londonderry but falls in thriller"

Evan Applebaum, September 30, 2023

Tied 14-14 at halftime, Londonderry was able to pull away on a ten minute drive ending in a touchdown, and neither side scored the remainder of the contest.

The Jaguars had the ball four times in the fourth quarter, but were unable to score against a pesky Lancers defense.

Hudl

Video highlights from the Windham game powered by hudl:

Recap: Londonderry vs Windham 2023

Union Leader Power Poll

Staff Report, October 2, 2023

After Week 5, Londonderry remains in the #4 spot untied from Exeter who dropped to #5.

or view the list on NH Football Report

NH Sports Page

NHsportspage staff 10/03/2023

The Community College System of New Hampshire/ Adrenaline Fundraising Football Player of the Week Poll

"Sam Ogden of Londonderry - The Lancers signal caller played a key role in a big 21-14 road win over Windham. Ogden carried the ball seven times for 112 yards and two touchdowns. completed three of four passes..."

Vote here for our Londonderry Lancer

Lancer Happenings

Upcoming Events

Nashua North 🎗

Oct 6 AWAY @ Stellos Stadium in Nashua

Youth Football Night 🏈

Oct 13 HOME vs Exeter HS

** Pre-Game with Coach Tom Sawyer **

Alvirne Game 🤠

Oct 20 AWAY @ Alvirne in Hudson

Senior Night 🎃

Oct 27 HOME vs Salem HS

For all game times see:

Londonderry Athletics Calendar of Events

Gridiron Zone

Concessions

Our concession stand will be open for all Varsity home games.

Enjoy some great food while supporting Lancer Football.

Willing to work for free in a high paced setting?

No application needed!!

We are still looking to fill positions for our remaining home games.

GridIron Openings for 2024

There are a number of positions opening on the Londonderry Lancer Gridiron Club board at the start of next year.

Concessions Director
Fundraising Director
President
Members at Large

If you are interested in a position next year please reach out - we would love to help you get involved early. These are elected positions, but we hope to pass on some knowledge and experience to potential candidates before these terms expire!

Buffalo Wild Wings Players of the Week

Week 5 Players of the week:

Sam Ogden, Varsity

Cooper Freitas, JV

Sam Ogden

Cooper Freitas

The BWW Player of the Week is presented in the front lobby of Buffalo Wild Wings in Manchester as part of their Home Team Advantage sponsorship program. Go check it out!

Varsity Wrap-Up

away at

Windham

9-29-2023

Final Score

21 - 14

Lancers charge

Seth Doyon leading out with the Lancer flag

Game captains: Conor Williams, Jaydon Navarro, Jake Schena, Ty Miles

Let's go!

Ty Miles scooping a Windham fumble on the opening drive

Conor Williams 12-yard touchdown run on the Lancer's first drive

Ty Miles and Devin Boles stopping Tiger An

Caiden Malek returning a Windham kick-off

Coach's Summary

We anticipated a tough game going into Friday, the Blackout game is always a big night for their team and school, so we anticipated Windham would be extremely motivated. Our players were up for the challenge though. We executed better than we did a week ago which was not a surprise because of how well the boys practiced during the week. We opened the game with a stop on defense and then a touchdown on offense, in the second half we opened with another touchdown and a stop on defense. These drives and stops were the main difference throughout the game, they allowed us to stay in control of the game and on a rainy night like Friday, it would have been tough to come from behind, so it was important to get ahead and stay ahead which is exactly what we did.

Sam Ogden readying for a 12-yard pass to Mason Paquette

Mason Paquette reception for a first down

Jaydon Navarro gaining 16-yards on a short pass

Blake Thompson's extra point is good!

Carson Palma preparing to block for a Cam Brutus run

Lancer defense

Seth Doyon blocking a Windham pass

Cam Brutus and Alex Villa stopping a Windham run

Owen Rondeau and Carson Palma blocking for Cam Brutus

The O-line and Caiden Malek blocking for a Jake Schena run

Jake Schena on a run

Caiden Malek catching a 26-yard pass from Alex Villa

The defense shut them out in the second half and the offense was very efficient at times, the weather impacted both offenses, but we were able to score just enough. Our special teams gave us good field position most of the game which was something we needed in a tight game like this. Overall, it was a hard-fought game and a much-needed conference win. The boys should be proud of winning on a big stage like that with a lot of factors to overcome.

Alex Villa keeping the ball during the opening drive of the second half

Paul Binder and the Lancer defense holding Windham scoreless in the scond half

Lancer's win

JV Wrap-Up

home vs

Windham

9-30-2023

Lancers Win

Coach's Summary

We can fast forward the recap of this game to the final four minutes which is when our starters seemed to check into the game. After going scoreless for 44 minutes of the game, our offense scored twice in the final four minutes on two pass plays, one of which was on the final play of the game. The defense played well and gave up very few big plays which allowed the offense time to figure themselves out and execute well in the end.

As great as the win was, it was hard to celebrate after losing Matt Wolf to injury in the game. Matt is one of the most dedicated players in the program and one of the most positive which is exactly how he handled his injury. He’s in good spirits and assures us that he will be back in only a few months and when he does he will be faster and stronger.

Freshmen Wrap-Up

home vs

Windham

9-28-2023

Lancers Win!

35 - 6

Coach's Summary

The Londonderry Freshman football team started the game against Windham with a bang. Running back Jordan Ball took it to the house on the opening kick off and set the tone for the rest of the game. The Lancers won 38-6 which included two scoop and scores and great play on both sides of the ball. The Lancers roll 5-0 as they take on Nashua North next.