After weather delays pushed back the start of their season, Antilles Middle School’s flag football teams made their debut count. The Blue Team (B team) defeated Bertha C. Boschulte Middle School 38-8, while the Grey Team (A team) shut out Gifft Hill School 39-0 on Saturday at Fishman Family Field on the Antilles School Campus.
Playing under the lights at Fishman Family Field, both Antilles squads delivered commanding performances that had parents and coaches buzzing about what could be a special season.
Coach Dariyan Griffin’s Blue Team rolled past Bertha C. Boschulte Middle School’s coed squad 38-8. Tucker Edwards was nearly unstoppable, breaking off runs of 60, 30, and 40 yards. The Martinez brothers showed some serious chemistry, too, with Max connecting with his brother Cameron to complete a 40-yard pass. Max also found Braydon Richardson twice, and Richardson added another 30-yard catch to his stat line. Shawn Charles contributed a 30-yard run, while Sami Asfour, Patrick Mitchell, Tre Richards, and Tomas Alesanjo all got in on the scoring action.
Meanwhile, Coach Art’s Grey Team put on a defensive clinic, shutting out Gifft Hill School 39-0. Quarterback Parker Spillane connected with Beckham Moskowitz for 30 yards and Jerome Boschulte Jr. for a two-point conversion. Boschulte Jr. joined the quarterback action, throwing touchdown passes to Gino Fero (20 yards) and James Henderson (50 yards). The highlight of the game was Liam Yoder’s 50-yard pick-six that brought the home crowd to its feet.
Parents were thrilled with what they saw. Brandon and Lorraine Richardson, Charles Edwards, Evan Martinez, and Robert Mitchell were all smiles, offering heartfelt praise as they cheered from the stands: “Good job, guys! Great win!”
Coach Griffin was clearly proud of his squad after the game. “The boys’ performance was awesome! After just about a month’s worth of practice, they came together so well and I’m proud of them. Most of them have been playing together since 4th grade so the chemistry is great.”
Looking ahead, Griffin’s already eyeing bigger things. “Right now, I’m anticipating both Antilles teams facing off against each other for the championship.”
He also had a message for the community: “Whenever you can, come out and support these young men — and young ladies! BCB has some young ladies on their team who really performed well. Your presence means a lot to the kids, and they would love to have your support.”