Post by 50yardfan on Jun 8, 2010 22:50:48 GMT -5
The San Jose Wolves (7-3) experienced the negative side of that statement Saturday night, falling 51-44 in overtime to the Wenatchee Valley Venom (5-6) at the Town Toyota Center.
The Venom missed multiple opportunities to take the lead in the final minute of the game, reminiscent of the game between the two clubs three weeks ago. Travis Rhone's two-yard touchdown rush in overtime put the Venom ahead before Kofi Amoah robbed the Wolves of a chance to tie. Amoah intercepted a tipped Omar Jacobs' pass to seal the game.
The game was a classic back and forth battle, in which no lead seemed safe.
Wenatchee opened the scoring with a quick four-play drive ending with a Devin Hollins' touchdown pass to Tim Simmons. Scott Thompsen not only added the extra point, but also tacked on the uno to give the Venom an 8-0 lead.
San Jose answered with a long first drive, converting three 4th downs including a three yard rush by Fitu Tuua before Ben Hansen matched Thompsen's two kicks with two of his own, tying the game at the end of the opening quarter.
After each team added a pair of scores, the Wolves looked to move ahead in the first half's final minute. San Jose had the ball without any timeouts but managed to be in the red zone with just four seconds remaining in the half.
The half's final play saw Jacobs buy time in the pocket before finding A.J. Bennett in the end zone for the third time, putting the Wolves up 29-22.
But Wenatchee came out firing in the second half. Thompsen hit the uno, the Venom defense forced a safety, and Hollins found Phil Goodman in the end zone to complete a 16-point swing in favor of Wenatchee that put the Venom up by 9 with six minutes remaining in the third quarter.
San Jose's defense responded. Defensive back Alex Wallace made an outstanding play on a pass intended for Jaymin McDonald, intercepting the pass and returning it over 30 yards for the touchdown.
A fourth Jacobs' touchdown pass to Bennett brought the Wolves up 44-38 in the final quarter.
The Venom relied on Goodman again to tie the game before Thompsen missed the extra point that would have given Wenatchee the lead. Thompsen's kickoff appeared headed for the uprights, but the low ceiling knocked the ball down.
The Wolves chance to end it in regulation was interrupted, as Jacobs' pass fell short and was intercepted by Courtney Miller.
A 60-yard field goal attempt by Thompsen missed left.
San Jose won the coin toss in overtime and deferred in the "college style" extra time.
But Wenatchee moved quickly as Goodman took a screen pass inside the 5- yard line and Rhone ran in the score three plays later.
Jacobs finished the game 20 of 34 passing for 253 yards, 4 touchdowns, and 3 interceptions. Hollins completed 22 of 34 passes for 234 yards, 6 touchdowns, and one interception.
Bennett silenced the building with multiple big catches finishing with 11 catches for 161 yards and four touchdowns. Wenatchee's Goodman was quiet in the first half, but caught seven passes for 111 yards and three touchdowns to push the Venom over the top.
Despite the excellent performances, the nail in the coffin for San Jose was Amoah's interception in overtime that appeared to hit the ground. However, the questionable call was quickly confirmed and the Wolves were saddled with their second loss in two games.
San Jose ends their home schedule Saturday, June 12th against the Yakima Valley Warriors at 7:15.
The Venom missed multiple opportunities to take the lead in the final minute of the game, reminiscent of the game between the two clubs three weeks ago. Travis Rhone's two-yard touchdown rush in overtime put the Venom ahead before Kofi Amoah robbed the Wolves of a chance to tie. Amoah intercepted a tipped Omar Jacobs' pass to seal the game.
The game was a classic back and forth battle, in which no lead seemed safe.
Wenatchee opened the scoring with a quick four-play drive ending with a Devin Hollins' touchdown pass to Tim Simmons. Scott Thompsen not only added the extra point, but also tacked on the uno to give the Venom an 8-0 lead.
San Jose answered with a long first drive, converting three 4th downs including a three yard rush by Fitu Tuua before Ben Hansen matched Thompsen's two kicks with two of his own, tying the game at the end of the opening quarter.
After each team added a pair of scores, the Wolves looked to move ahead in the first half's final minute. San Jose had the ball without any timeouts but managed to be in the red zone with just four seconds remaining in the half.
The half's final play saw Jacobs buy time in the pocket before finding A.J. Bennett in the end zone for the third time, putting the Wolves up 29-22.
But Wenatchee came out firing in the second half. Thompsen hit the uno, the Venom defense forced a safety, and Hollins found Phil Goodman in the end zone to complete a 16-point swing in favor of Wenatchee that put the Venom up by 9 with six minutes remaining in the third quarter.
San Jose's defense responded. Defensive back Alex Wallace made an outstanding play on a pass intended for Jaymin McDonald, intercepting the pass and returning it over 30 yards for the touchdown.
A fourth Jacobs' touchdown pass to Bennett brought the Wolves up 44-38 in the final quarter.
The Venom relied on Goodman again to tie the game before Thompsen missed the extra point that would have given Wenatchee the lead. Thompsen's kickoff appeared headed for the uprights, but the low ceiling knocked the ball down.
The Wolves chance to end it in regulation was interrupted, as Jacobs' pass fell short and was intercepted by Courtney Miller.
A 60-yard field goal attempt by Thompsen missed left.
San Jose won the coin toss in overtime and deferred in the "college style" extra time.
But Wenatchee moved quickly as Goodman took a screen pass inside the 5- yard line and Rhone ran in the score three plays later.
Jacobs finished the game 20 of 34 passing for 253 yards, 4 touchdowns, and 3 interceptions. Hollins completed 22 of 34 passes for 234 yards, 6 touchdowns, and one interception.
Bennett silenced the building with multiple big catches finishing with 11 catches for 161 yards and four touchdowns. Wenatchee's Goodman was quiet in the first half, but caught seven passes for 111 yards and three touchdowns to push the Venom over the top.
Despite the excellent performances, the nail in the coffin for San Jose was Amoah's interception in overtime that appeared to hit the ground. However, the questionable call was quickly confirmed and the Wolves were saddled with their second loss in two games.
San Jose ends their home schedule Saturday, June 12th against the Yakima Valley Warriors at 7:15.