Sharks Beat Ricers in Soggy Game

By marbellasharks | January 29, 2010

Outlined below is an article that appeared in the Sur In English newspaper edition, 29 January 2010.




 

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Marbella Sharks Defeat Sueca Ricers

By marbellasharks | January 25, 2010

On Saturday, 23 January 2010, the Marbella Sharks battled the Sueca Ricers in the opening game of the LNFA, which is the premier American Football league in Spain. The Sharks started the game strong with a 15 yard touchdown pass from Quarterback (QB) Mark Murray (Jersey No. 7) to Wide Receiver (WR) AJ Scola (Jersey No. 13). After this drive, both offenses got bogged down in a torrential downpour. The heavy rain made it difficult to hold on to the ball, which led to several turnovers and a back and forth struggle for supremacy. This defensive battle ended with a final score Marbella Sharks 6 – Sueca Ricers 0.  

The Sharks will now travel to Granada on Saturday, January 30th for their second LNFA game against the Granada Lions. The Sharks are eager to play against their Andalucia arch-rival.  Go Sharks!!!



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Sur In English Article – January 22, 2010

By marbellasharks | January 25, 2010

The below article appeared in the Sur In English newspaper’s January 22nd edition.



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Shark Sighting!! A Great White arrives in Marbella.

By marbellasharks | January 22, 2010

We are pleased to welcome Anthony Lopez Scola (a.k.a. “AJ”), an American import whose family hails from Andalucia, to the Marbella Sharks.  AJ joins the Sharks after one year of professional football in Germany playing Wide Receiver (WR) for the Magdeburg Virgin Guards.  Prior to Magdeburg, AJ was an All-America East Region Cornerback (CB) for Amherst College.  During his career with the Amherst Lord Jeffs, AJ amassed over 115 tackles, 8 interceptions and 18 pass breakups.  He was not only a two-time All-Conference cornerback but a member of the Lord Jeff Ice Hockey team as well.


In Germany, AJ broke the league record for touchdowns in a game (4), receiving yards in a game 283 and all purpose yards from scrimmage in a game 357.  He finished a shortened season in Germany with 10 touchdowns while helping the Virgin Guards to a league title.

What brought AJ to Marbella beside the beautiful weather and luxurious lifestyle was his Spanish heritage.  AJ still has family in both Gibraltar and La Línea and feels an enormous amount of pride in his Spanish blood.  “I have lived in Madrid, traveled extensively in Spain and identify closely with the Spanish Culture. Marbella is not only a beautiful place, but the Sharks are building what I am sure will be one of the strongest football teams in Spain. I am extremely honored and excited to be here and I look forward to not only being a member of the Sharks, but also the community of Marbella.” AJ’s brother, Mike, and his two parents, Anthony and Laurie Lopez, currently reside in the United States.

The Sharks intend to use AJ at Wide Receiver on Offense, Safety on Defense, and as a Punt and Kick Returner on Special Teams.  His speed and agility will provide the Sharks with a big-play threat, who is capable of scoring points from several positions.

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Time to Buckle-Up the Helmet!

By marbellasharks | January 18, 2010

It’s time to buckle-up the helmet and get ready to play some football!  The Liga Nacional de Futbol Americano (LNFA) season kicks-off this weekend with the Marbella Sharks battling the Sueca Ricers on Saturday, 23 January.  Kick-off time is 18:00 at the Santa Maria (Las Chapas) sporting complex in Elvira, which is next to the Colegio Publico Platero. In order to create an electrifying atmosphere at the game, DJ Azzuro, a well known DJ on the Costa del Sol, will be spinning tunes as the Marbella Sharks Cheerleading Dance Team takes to the field to show-off their pom-poms and new dance routines choreographed by Princess Studios, Jennie Wickens.  The Sharks Dance Team will perform before the kick-off at 17:40 and at halftime.  The halftime show will be spectacular! Spread the word to your family and friends.  Shark mania hits Marbella on January 23rd.


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Bring On The Ricers!

By marbellasharks | January 2, 2010

The 2010 game schedule for the Liga Nacional de Futbol Americano (LNFA), which is the premier Amercian football league in Spain, has been set.  The Marbella Sharks will kick-off the season against the Sueca Ricers on Saturday, January 23rd at Estadio de Santa Maria de Las Chapas in Marbella. The Sharks are eager to roll-out their new high octane offense led by American Quarterback (QB), Mark Murray. The Sharks have recently added a new running back (RB) to the team, which will add an extra element of speed and agility to the offense. During the off-season, the Sharks have also been busy working on improving their defensive secondary and pass rush. The upcoming game against the Ricers is guaranteed to be exciting both on and off the field as the Sharks Cheerleaders have also been developing new routines to pump-up the players and fans.  

We are still looking to add a few quality players to our roster.  Anyone that may be interested in joining our team is welcome to attend one of our upcoming practices.


Sunday, January 17th, 10-12 am. at Campo de Fútbol No. 11, Santa Maria (Las Chapas)

Tuesday, January 19th, 9-11 pm. at Campo de Futbol No. 11 Santa Maria (Las Chapas)

Thursday, January 21st, 9-11 pm. at Campo de Fútbol Vigil de Quiñones

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