Mass Fury

An article for another blog I started about the Mass Fury. Be sure to check it out at www.MassFuryFootball.blogspot.net

The Mass Fury are back and looking to prove that there will be more of that same success they had in previous years. After kicking off their inaugural season in NEFL AA action with a record of 8-4, the Fury expects to continue their winning ways no matter what league.

After having easy success in the A league for many years the Fury have no intention of changing their winning ways. The second season in AA will not be the same as their inaugural year though as they divisions changed around this season. The Fury finds themselves in the tougher division of AA, but that does not concern the team.

“This is the toughest division of AA, but that is not a concern for the team,” said Head Coach Chris Chambers. “We plan to be a tough team in this tough division.”

Along with improvements to the division, the Mass Fury believed they made improvements to their own team. What was considered one of the weaker aspects of the team in previous years, the running game looks to be a strong point this season.

“The running game used to be a problem. We would average around 50 yards a game,” said Chambers. “This year I think we have made improvements and can now beat any defense anyway.”

The passing game looks to be as strong and dominant for the Fury as it has been in previous seasons. With the ability of Ryan Minns, the record holder in passing yards in a regular season, the passing game of the Fury looks to pick up where the left off. The passing game and style of Minns has led Coach Chambers to refer to his style as a solid, Doug Flutie like, ability.

“We do run a complicated offense, and he is able to perform well, and handle this offense easily,” said Chambers. “I think that this team is capable of throwing for 200 yards a game easily, and able to throw 300 or 400 yards without much problem.”

On the other side of the ball the defense looks to make sure that they never give another team the same chance to throw for 300 yards. Always known for a stingy defense the Mass Fury look to keep that reputation this year, and continue to be one of the top defenses in the NEFL.

“We have always been known for a strong defense, and one of the top scoring defenses in the area. There is no reason that will not be the same this year,” Chambers said.

Although the first game of the regular season is not until July the Fury will kick off the year at home with a preseason game on June 20. Fans are encouraged to attend, and see the talents of a solid core of local talent.