Wilton Rookie Blue (Head Coach: Keith Poisella):
Wilton Rookie Blue was the #1 seed in the
FCFL’s NFC division, after a remarkable 6-2 regular season. They outscored
opponents 189-96 and were led by a potent rushing attack and impressive
defense. In the postseason, Wilton Rookie Blue defeated Fairfield Black 19-0
and defeated Fairfield White 14-0 in the NFC Championship with a dominant
defensive team performance. The defensive backs led by George Philippopoulos
came up with two interceptions and two fumble recoveries. A strong defensive
line led by Mike Luppino, Jack Curtis, Milo Bezanson, Kash Kuchar, and
Tyler Duarte held both Fairfield teams to a handful of first downs in both shutout
performances. Wilton Rookie Blue’s offensive attack was led by Cal Malay, Rocco
Poisella, Ryan Gallo, and Tommy Pemble - and Will Luppino accumulated five touchdowns
in the two playoff games. It was a true team effort with all 20 players
contributing all year long.
Wilton Rookie White (Head Coach: Brad Salvatore):
Wilton Rookie White was the #1 seed in the FCFL’s AFC
division, after an impressive 8-0 regular season. They outscored opponents
202-12 and were led by a balanced offensive attack and dominant defense. In the
postseason, Wilton Rookie White defeated Fairfield Silver 26-0. Running back,
Grayden Gemelli, had an outstanding performance with four touchdowns behind a
strong offensive line led by CJ Korpan and Cam Manberg, and strong blocking
from full-back Tyler Dustin and wingback Duke Pettorini. Wilton Rookie White’s
defense had their 7th shutout of the season - led by Cole DiDonato,
Alec Bender, and Jackson Salvatore. The
team defeated Fairfield Grey 12-6 in an intensely played AFC Championship game.
Wilton White was led by rushing
touchdowns from running back Grayden Gemelli and quarterback, Jackson
Salvatore. Salvatore also connected with tight end, Alec Bender on a critical
third and long – 48-yard pass play. Wilton Rookie White received a dominating
defensive performance from defensive end, Cam Manberg who had three sacks and a
deflected pass that was intercepted by Grayden Gemelli. Tyler Dustin added an
interception and several key plays.