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Rostock Griffins celebrate spectacular home win in front of a record crowd!
The Rostock Griffins defeated the Elmshorn Fighting Pirates in the Ostseestadion with 56:29 in front of 11,182 fans. Armand Soulerot shone.
Rostock Griffins celebrate spectacular home win in front of a record crowd!
A spectacle in Rostock: The Rostock Griffins achieved an impressive victory against the Elmshorn Fighting Pirates in the Ostseestadion. In front of an enthusiastic 11,182 spectators, who set a new attendance record, the game ended 56:29 for the Griffins. This marks the third win in the fourth game of the German Football League 2 North and impressively shows the team's potential this season.
Running back delivered the performance of the day Armand Soulerot, who had an outstanding record with 227 rushing yards and four touchdowns. The 21-year-old French international was able to establish himself impressively after drawing attention to himself last year with his impressive performances with the French national team. Northern Courier reports that he has taken over the position from Calum Davidson, who has decided not to continue playing.
The course of the game
The Griffins got off to a furious start with a 22-0 lead thanks to touchdowns from Gabriel Love, Ruben St. Jean and Soulerot. Even though the Elmshorn Fighting Pirates were able to reduce the lead to 22:14, the Griffins were undeterred. At halftime it was 35:14. Coach Markus Grahn emphasized the importance of a strong offense that needed to score 30 points to counteract the defense. This argument was supported by two more touchdowns in the second half, scored by Gabriel Love and Soulerot.
Another highlight of the game was Dante Anderson's “Pick Six,” who intercepted a pass from the opposing quarterback and carried it into the end zone. It was a fantastic team effort that thrilled the crowd and put the Griffins on the road to success.
The context and development of American football
American football is enjoying ever-growing popularity in Germany. With around 19 million fans and an increasing number of registered football teams boasting over 70,000 members, a golden time lies ahead for the sport. Loud American Football 100 The NFL plans to become the second most popular sport in Germany by 2024. After the first regular NFL game in Munich in 2022, the economic effect was enormous and showed the great interest and potential in Germany.
The Rostock Griffins are a prime example of this upswing. CEO Jens Putzier expressed satisfaction with ticket sales and the increasing number of viewers, which grew by around 10% compared to the previous year. An indication that the Griffins are very popular in the heart of the city and among the fans.
In conclusion, it can be said that with the combination of talented players like Soulerot and a committed fan base, the Rostock Griffins are excellently positioned to continue their successes so far this season. It will be interesting to see how the team develops and whether there will be many more moments like this this season.