GSPN Digital Mag- Breaking News- Week 5

📢 Breaking News: Colorado Stars Name New Captain!

The Gee League is buzzing with shocking news today: Trevor Garland, captain of the Colorado Stars, has abandoned his team after just two games. With no word, no call, and no explanation, Garland left the Stars stranded at the bottom of the standings.

The league took swift action to ensure the Colorado Stars would remain a competitive force. After careful deliberation, the Gee League has found the perfect replacement—one of the most decorated quarterbacks in Gee League history. Enter Justin Laguna, a 5-time Gee Bowl Champion and the driving force behind the legendary 55-3 Dynasty Run that defined the league for four straight seasons.

Laguna has been out of the Gee League spotlight for two seasons, but he’s back and ready to reignite Colorado’s fire. His return isn’t just about playing; it’s about family. Laguna steps in to lead the Stars alongside his cousin, Jacob Delcid, and turn a struggling team into a top-tier contender.

But that’s not all—Laguna has paired up with Colorado’s standout player, Liam Knowles, creating what may become the league’s deadliest duo. However, there’s a catch. Liam has already missed two weeks, and with only one week remaining in the regular season, he must play in at least one game to be eligible for the Gee Bowl. With our brother league, Bear Down Sports Association, kicking off across the river this Sunday, the question looms: will Liam choose to solidify his roster spot and raise his team’s playoff hopes? Or will he opt for his home league, leaving the Stars to fend with their new captain and just six roster players?

Colorado’s Struggles Before Laguna:

The Stars, with Garland at the helm, were floundering. In Week 4, they were down 26-0 at halftime against the Piff State Litty Lions. But in the second half, as Laguna stepped in to fill the captain’s shoes, Colorado came roaring back to make it 26-19 in a flash, showing that with leadership and strategy, the Stars can shine. They eventually fell 46-25, but it was clear—the team had new life.

Laguna’s leadership and gameplay IQ have already given a glimpse of what’s to come. His ability to read defenses, make big throws, and control the tempo of the game will transform Colorado from the bottom of the standings to a serious Gee Bowl contender.

The return of Laguna isn’t just exciting for the Stars—it’s a game-changer for the entire Gee League. With him back in the mix, the league becomes even more competitive, which has always been the true goal of Gee League. Championship-level play, heart-pounding finishes, and a reinvigorated Colorado Stars—it’s all ahead.

So buckle up, Gees. Justin Laguna is back, and he’s about to flip the script on the Gee League!

Until next time, stay tuned for more breaking news from the Gee League!
– Lou Fonseca

Gee League Reporter

GSPN Digital Mag- Special Edition (Week 4)

🏆 Special Edition: Gees Outside the League 🏆

This week, we’re stepping outside the lines of Gee League competition to highlight some incredible off-field action. While our players might be fierce rivals in the league, when it comes to flag football outside the Gee League, it’s all about family. This weekend, several of our standout athletes came together and dominated at the Ska Moog Flag Football Tournament at the legendary MetLife Jets Stadium!

Under the leadership of Tyler “Tee Why” Gabriel (Hawaii Green Wave), these Gee League stars joined forces to compete in the Pro C Division and left with the gold:

  • Tyler Gabriel – Hawaii Green Wave
  • Isaiah Johnston – Rugrats University
  • Damian Johnson (Dame) – Hawaii Green Wave
  • Benjamin Watson – Underdog University
  • Steve Soletto – Piff State Litty Lions
  • Michael Corino – UCLA Bruisers
  • Joey Torres – UCLA Bruisers
  • Nasir Dillard – Former Rugrats Captain, home from Florida

After an initial loss, concerns about team chemistry surfaced. But in true Gee fashion, Tyler and his “twin” Dame rallied the troops. They got the team playing “Gee Way” ball, ultimately dominating the competition and securing championship rings. The result? TTG (though, let’s be real, it should be called TTGEE 😂) ended the day as champions of the Pro C Division, showcasing that when Gees unite, they win.

Iron sharpens iron! 💪

Shout Out to the Gee League Avengers

Meanwhile, another squad of Gee League stars—the Gee League Avengers—made waves in the Pro B Division, going 3-0 before falling just 4 points short in a thrilling championship game. Even though they didn’t walk away with the trophy, their run was nothing short of impressive.

The Gee League Avengers roster included:

  • H3 Fraser – Underdog University
  • Joey Agostini – Bincinatti Hellcats
  • Steve Soletto – Piff State Litty Lions
  • Devontime Dev – Head Secondary Ref (stepping onto the field to deliver big-time plays!)
  • Jay Bagwell (JB) – Underdog University
  • Karnell Wactor (KWAC) – Bincinatti Hellcats
  • Anthony Nalasco – UCLA Bruisers
  • Jacob Delcid – Colorado Stars
  • Justin Laguna – Former Piff and Clemson Champion
  • Trey Cohen – Former Alabama Grail Groat

Though they came up short, the Gee League Avengers proved they’re a force to be reckoned with, dominating the Pro B Division with a 3-0 record before their close championship loss.

It’s more than just flag football—it’s family. Until the next time the Gees are outisde, Stay tuned for more highlights both on and off the field, and don’t forget to check out the full stats and rankings in the Stats Tab! 😤👀

Signing off until next time,

Eric Myers
Gee League Insider

GSPN Digital Mag Week 3 – Player Power Point Leaders

Welcome to the Week 3 Edition of the GSPN Newsletter, where we highlight the top performers across the league!

This week, we dive deep into the Power Point Rankings, which reflect the overall contribution of players across multiple statistical categories. Power Points are a unique system designed to reward players for their all-around performance—whether it’s scoring touchdowns, making crucial defensive stops, or gaining yards. The more impactful a player is in different phases of the game, the more Power Points they accumulate.

Without further ado, let’s get into the Top 5 in each major category and see who’s making waves as we approach midseason!

🏆 MVP POWER RANKINGS (TOP 5)

The MVP standings reflect each player’s complete impact on the game, factoring in total yards, touchdowns, and defensive contributions.

  1. Jerock Gaines (Piff State Litty Lions) – 2,973 points
    Key Stats: With 1,343 total yards, 19 touchdowns, 14 tackles, 3 interceptions, 3 safeties, and 3 sacks, Gaines continues to dominate both sides of the ball. His leadership is driving the Lions to victory each week.
  2. Ashante Worthy (Bincinatti Hellcats) – 2,008 points
    Key Stats: Worthy is everywhere with 958 total yards, 14 touchdowns, 12 tackles, and 4 interceptions. His ability to impact all phases of the game has helped the Hellcats to a 7-1 record.
  3. Justin Hans (UCLA Bruisers) – 1,839 points
    Key Stats: Hans’s impressive 824 passing yards, 17 touchdowns, and 15 tackles keep him at the forefront of the MVP race, proving he’s one of the most versatile players in the league.
  4. Brandon Kurtzman (Rugrats University) – 1,788 points
    Key Stats: Despite missing some games, Kurtzman’s 738 passing yards, 16 touchdowns, and key defensive contributions keep him in the top rankings.
  5. Jey Sev (Bake Forrest Reefer Chiefers) – 1,678 points
    Key Stats: Sev’s 550 passing yards, 378 rushing yards, and 10 total touchdowns make him a dual-threat on the field and a major offensive force for his team.

Ranks 6-10:

  1. Tyler Gabriel (Hawaii Green Wave) – 1,512 points
  2. Jay Bagwell (Underdog University) – 1,101 points
  3. Joseph Agostini (Bincinatti Hellcats) – 1,096 points
  4. Lu Savage (Hawaii Green Wave) – 1,029 points
  5. Gavin Clark (Rugrats University) – 1,000 points

⚡ OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR (NON-QBs)

This category rewards the most electrifying players on the offensive side of the ball, excluding quarterbacks, to recognize contributions made by receivers, rushers, and overall playmakers.

  1. Gavin Clark (Rugrats University) – 941 points
    Key Stats: Clark has 314 receiving yards, 7 touchdowns, 6 conversions, and is one of the top contributors to Rugrats University’s high-powered offense.
  2. Jay Bagwell (Underdog University) – 925 points
    Key Stats: Bagwell’s 296 receiving yards, 135 rushing yards, and 6 total touchdowns make him a key offensive weapon for Underdog University.
  3. Nick Barbiere (UCLA Bruisers) – 742 points
    Key Stats: Barbiere continues to be a top target with 292 receiving yards and 6 touchdowns, solidifying his place as one of the top offensive players.
  4. Joseph Agostini (Bincinatti Hellcats) – 674 points
    Key Stats: Agostini contributes both in the air and on the ground with 246 receiving yards, 97 rushing yards, and 3 touchdowns.
  5. Jesse Hunt (Piff State Litty Lions) – 644.2 points
    Key Stats: Hunt has been a consistent performer with 223 receiving yards and 5 touchdowns, as well as 3 conversions, making him one of the most complete offensive players in the league.

Ranks 6-10:

  1. Cam Crooms (Rugrats University) – 606.6 points
  2. Charlie Barbiere (UCLA Bruisers) – 587 points
  3. Tito Ruiz (Piff State Litty Lions) – 529.2 points
  4. Willie Gross III (Bincinatti Hellcats) – 443.2 points
  5. Damian Johnson (Hawaii Green Wave) – 408 points

 

🛡 Defensive Player of the Year (Top 5)

The Defensive Player of the Year award recognizes the standout athletes who make their presence felt on defense. Tackles are heavily weighted, but other big plays like safeties, sacks, and turnovers also factor into the rankings. Defensive consistency and game-changing moments separate the elite defenders from the rest.

Defensive Rankings (Top 5):

  1. Lu Savage (Hawaii Green Wave) – 572 points
    Key Stats: Savage has been dominant with 22 tackles, 1 sack, 1 interception, and constant disruption on the field.
  2. Anthony Wright (Underdog University) – 565 points
    Key Stats: Wright leads the league with 22 tackles and has added a sack to his impressive defensive numbers.
  3. Joey Torres (UCLA Bruisers) – 515 points (4 games played)
    Key Stats: Despite playing only 4 games, Torres has 19 tackles, 1 sack, 1 fumble recovery, and 1 interception, making him a defensive powerhouse.
  4. Isaiah Johnston (Rugrats University) – 495 points
    Key Stats: Johnston’s 18 tackles, 3 interceptions, and 3 pass break-ups make him one of the top defenders in the league.
  5. Dwuane Allen (Hawaii Green Wave) – 493 points
    Key Stats: Allen stands out with 17 tackles, 5 pass break-ups, and 4 interceptions, constantly putting pressure on offenses.

Ranks 6-10:

  1. Jeremy Gaines (Piff State Litty Lions) – 476 points
  2. Liam Knowles (Colorado Stars) – 446 points
  3. Jay Bagwell (Underdog University) – 436 points
  4. Anthony Nalasco (UCLA Bruisers) – 434 points
  5. Nick Barbiere (UCLA Bruisers) – 421 points

🔒 BALL HAWK AWARD (TOP 5)

Awarded to the defensive specialists who dominate with interceptions and key pass break-ups.

  1. Anthony Nalasco (UCLA Bruisers) – 430 points
    Key Stats: Nalasco leads the league with 5 interceptions and has added 3 pass break-ups, making him the top ball hawk in the Gee League.
  2. Dwuane Allen (Hawaii Green Wave) – 330 points
    Key Stats: Allen is a true ball hawk, leading the league with 4 pass break-ups and 4 interceptions, showing he’s always around the ball.
  3. Ashante Worthy (Bincinatti Hellcats) – 240 points
    Key Stats: Worthy’s 4 interceptions and 2 pass break-ups make him a threat on both offense and defense, showing his all-around versatility.
  4. Nick Barbiere (UCLA Bruisers) – 240 points
    Key Stats: With 4 interceptions and 2 pass break-ups, Barbiere continues to prove he’s a defensive playmaker.
  5. Isaiah Johnston (Rugrats University) – 210 points
    Key Stats: Johnston’s 3 interceptions and 3 pass break-ups have been critical for the Rugrats’ defensive stops.

Ranks 6-10:
6. Liam Knowles (Colorado Stars) – 190 points
7. Jesse Hunt (Piff State Litty Lions) – 180 points
8. Jay Bagwell (Underdog University) – 170 points
9. Dre Boogz (Bake Forrest Reefer Chiefers) – 160 points
10. Joseph Agostini (Bincinatti Hellcats) – 150 points

👑 ROOKIE OF THE YEAR (TOP 5)

Our rising stars! These rookies have had standout performances through Week 3.

  1. Dwuane Allen (Hawaii Green Wave) – 710 points
    Key Stats: Allen is leading all rookies with 140 total yards, 1 touchdown, 17 tackles, 5 pass break-ups, and 4 interceptions. His all-around game has made him the top rookie contender.
  2. Willie Gross III (Bincinatti Hellcats) – 551 points
    Key Stats: Gross has made a big impact with 291 total yards, 12 tackles, 1 interception, and 1 touchdown, making him a crucial player for the Hellcats.
  3. ZahQiir Davis (Bincinatti Hellcats) – 445 points
    Key Stats: Davis is making his mark with 25 rushing yards, 7 sacks, 2 tackles, and 1 touchdown, becoming a key player on the defensive side for the Hellcats.
  4. Patrick Coughlan (Hawaii Green Wave) – 266 points
    Key Stats: Coughlan has been a force with 6 tackles and 2 pass break-ups, but he is currently injured and sidelined for now.
  5. Elijah Olivo (Piff State Litty Lions) – 239 points
    Key Stats: Olivo is quietly putting up numbers with 1 interception, 5 tackles, and 1 safety, proving he’s a key rookie for the Lions.

Ranks 6-10:
6. Chris Potter (Underdog University) – 215 points
7. T.J. Rosace (Underdog University) – 175 points
8. Samuel Gonzalez (Hawaii Green Wave) – 140 points
9. Devon McEllen (Piff State Litty Lions) – 125 points

 

🏆 Quarterback of the Year Rankings (Top 5)

The Quarterback of the Year award isn’t just about throwing touchdowns—it’s about the full picture of leadership, decision-making, and contribution to the offense. In our formula, we weigh passing stats heavily while factoring in rushing yards and touchdowns, completions, and even the number of attempts to account for the QB’s role in the offense. Additionally, we’ve added a bonus for quarterbacks with higher completion percentages, rewarding efficiency and accuracy. Every interception thrown deducts from the total, emphasizing the importance of protecting the football.

Now, let’s dive into the Top 5 QBs after Week 3!

  1. Jerock Gaines (Piff State Litty Lions) – 1,855.5 points
    Key Stats: Gaines tops the rankings with 782 passing yards, 16 passing touchdowns, 561 rushing yards, 3 rushing touchdowns, and 72 completions. His dual-threat ability is unmatched, and his completion percentage bonus has propelled him to the top.
  2. Justin Hans (UCLA Bruisers) – 1,539.0 points
    Key Stats: Hans continues to shine, boasting 824 passing yards, 15 touchdowns, and 64 completions. His steady performance and efficiency (71% completion rate) put him firmly in second place.
  3. Tyler Gabriel (Hawaii Green Wave) – 1,448.0 points
    Key Stats: Gabriel’s impressive 767 passing yards, 10 passing touchdowns, and 192 rushing yards make him a complete package at quarterback. His 64.7% completion rate shows his accuracy under pressure.
  4. Brandon Kurtzman (Rugrats University) – 1,419.0 points
    Key Stats: Despite missing some games, Kurtzman ranks high with 738 passing yards, 14 touchdowns, and a stellar 75.7% completion rate. His offensive efficiency keeps him in the top 5.
  5. Jey Sev (Bake Forrest Reefer Chiefers) – 1,332.0 points
    Key Stats: Sev’s dual-threat ability lands him in the Top 5 with 550 passing yards, 378 rushing yards, 10 total touchdowns, and a 61% completion rate. He has been a vital part of Bake Forrest’s offense.

Ranks 6-10:
6. Ashante Worthy (Bincinatti Hellcats) – 1,202.0 points
7. Graham Harrigan (Underdog University) – 802.0 points
8. Trevor Garland (Colorado Stars) – 528.0 points
9. Mikey Giordano (Colorado Stars) – 453.0 points
10. H3 Fraser (Underdog University) – 323.0 points

As We Head into Week 4…

With so much talent shining on both sides of the ball, it’s anyone’s game as we approach the middle of the season. Keep an eye on these standout players, as their contributions will be pivotal to their teams’ success in the coming weeks. Whether you’re chasing the MVP title or climbing up the ranks in other categories, every play counts!

For a full breakdown of stats and to see where you stand, head over to the Stats Tab on the Gee League website. Stay sharp, and we’ll see you on the field!

Good luck, and may the best team rise to the top! 💪

Until next time,
Lou Fonseca
Gee League Reporter

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