Game Preview: Iowa Barnstormers at Massachusetts Pirates
DES MOINES -After a tough loss on the road last week, the Iowa Barnstormers look to get back on track and get into the win column when they travel to the east coast for a battle in the Bay State.
The Barnstormers (0-2) will face their toughest test of the season when they take on the Massachusetts Pirates (3-0) at the Tsongas Center in Lowell, Massachusetts on Friday at 6:05 pm.
The Pirates are coming off of their first bye week of the season after their win against the Sioux Falls Storm wrapped up an undefeated month of March. In the 49-41 win, fourth-year quarterback Alejandro Bennifield, the Indoor Football League's current leader in passing yards and touchdowns, threw for 173 yards and five touchdowns.
In addition to Massachusetts' air attack, running back Jimmie Robinson, who currently leads the IFL in rushing yards with 195, ran for 49 yards and two touchdowns. Robinson also earned IFL Offensive Rookie of the Year and first team All-IFL honors in 2023.
When all looked lost after the Tulsa Oilers scored 22 unanswered points in the second quarter to lead 22-3 at the half, the Barnstormers led a furious comeback that fell just short, ultimately falling 39-31.
In that contest, quarterback Darius-James Peterson threw for 198 yards, three touchdowns and three interceptions along with having 19 rushing yards. Wide receivers Darren Wilson and Quian Williams both had solid outings, each racking up 68 and 65 yards respectively as well as three combined touchdowns.
The Barnstormers beat the Pirates last season in Des Moines, but have yet to beat them away from home since Massachusetts joined the IFL in 2021. The Pirates also lead the all-time series 3-2.
Fans can tune into the game live on the Indoor Football League's official YouTube channel. Live updates will also be posted on the Iowa Barnstormers Twitter account.
This Game Preview is presented by Sun Prairie & Vista Court Apartments. Sun Prairie & Vista Court Apartments include free heat, water, sewer, trash, Dish 120 satellite TV and Wi-Fi! Go to sunprairie.com or call 515-226-0000 for more details.
Tickets for Barnstormer home games are available for as low as $18. Call the Iowa Barnstormers front office at 515-633-2255 or visit www.theiowabarnstormers.com.
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