JB: Steelers

Fri, 24 Oct 2003 12:15:20 GMT

Trailer of 2003 Steelers' Highlights DVD
(including the last game vs. Eagles highlights) - [*High-speed Internet only]

6 - 2 Steelers 2003 Winning Season - AWESOME!!

Congratulations!

Players, coaches, supporters - thank you all for a great season!

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Steelers vs. Eagles Game Stats (click here)

Offensive play of the game:
Joe Ippolito (#87) jukes right, the Eagle defender bites, and Joe is on his way to the huge kick-off return that sets up the Steelers score of the game.

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Opening Kickoff return - Michael Ippolito (#25) and Joe Rafinski (#52) and other teammates converge to contain the opening return by the Eagles.
*slow motion version: [click here]

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Total Team Tackling - Steelers had to pull out all the stops in an all-out team tackling display to keep the game as close as it was. Well done DEFENSE!

Alex Herrera (#74) with great continued pursuit, follows the play, waits for the cut-back -- then pounces on the Eagle for a sack and a loss on the play!

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Ryan Hilt (#55) with a good run, met hard by the omnipresent Eagles' #34 on defense.

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Dave Iacoponi (#39) executes a nice reverse for some tough yards as he's met with a solid Eagle team tackle.

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Joe Ippolito (#87) makes a great run and a critical 1st down. First and goal - this keeps the offensive march alive and leads to the only Steeler score of the game.

Dave Iacoponi (#39) gets the call for the 2point conversion pass completion from Tim Bado (#27).

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#53 Fred Hacker "Hits Hard"
Fred meet Eagle #34. This play starts and ends with Fred Hacker...and nobody knows the ending better than Eagle #34 -- WHAM! He gets racked and tackled by Fred in a big Steeler way.

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Team Tackle - This is a total Steelers' tackle, including Coach Bob, providing encouragement to the team -- finally a series of Steelers stop the Eagles' #34.

Mon, 20 Oct 2003 13:44:01 GMT

Steelers vs. Eagles, Statistics:

Steelers vs Eagles: Score 8-16

Offense Total Yards: Rushing 51, Passing 6, Kick Return 60

Offense:

1st Half:

Touchdown: #39 D. Iacoponi, play: sweep for 1yard

Extra Point: #39 D. Iacoponi, play action pass for 3 yards

2nd Half:

No score

Defense:

Player: Player #: Tackles Assists Intercpt Fumble Sack Other

Bado, Tim 27

Bundy, Gabe 73 1

Callham, Creed 48 2 3

Dosselman, Jacob 10

Gabr, Amir 88

Hacker, Fred 53 2 4

Herrera, Alex 74 3 2

Hilt, Ryan 55 4

Iacoponi, David 39 1 1

Ippolito, Joe 87 4

Ippolito, Michael 25 2

Kellley, Thomas 64 3

Kelly, Conner 61

Leets, Jeff 76

Rafinski, Joe 52 6 6

Samaan, Peter 62 2 5

Schulte, Eric 26

Serio, Peter 86 2 2

Tout, Nathan 42 1 1

Fri, 17 Oct 2003 02:02:06 GMT

*note: Coach Joe indicated that not everyone could see the video clips from last week's game. So these low-speed, links are for everyone who wasn't able to see them before. Enjoy!
Video Clips: (these are the same clips -- just streamlined for lower-speed dial-up internet)

*click on the links below
1) Opening Kick-off
2) Ryan's 1st run
3) Dave's big run
4) Joe's 2nd run
5) Joe run - Jacob blocking
6) Ryan run
7) Ryan-Dave Combo run
8) Gabe tackle
9) Read 'n React point prevent
10) Rams TD, Steelers overpursue

Sun, 12 Oct 2003 18:35:53 GMT

Steelers vs. Rams
Game Stats

Total Offense: Rushing-205, Passing-22

First Half:

No Touchdowns

Second Half:

Touchdown: # 87 J. Ippolitto fake 32 revers for 4 yards.

Extra Point: #87 J. Ippolitto fake 32 reverse for 3 yards.

Defense:

Player:	Player #:	Tackles	Assists	Intercpt	Fumble	Sack	Other
Bado, Tim	27
Bundy, Gabe	73	1	2
Callham, Creed	48	2	2
Dosselman, Jacob	10
Gabr, Amir	88
Hacker, Fred	53	4	1
Herrera, Alex	74		1
Hilt, Ryan	55	1
Iacoponi, David	39
Ippolito, Joe	87	2	3
Ippolito, Michael	25		1
Kellley, Thomas	64
Kelly, Conner	61		1
Leets, Jeff	76
Rafinski, Joe	52	7	2
Samaan, Peter	62	1	3
Schulte, Eric	26
Serio, Peter	86		4
Tout, Nathan	42

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Sat, 11 Oct 2003 22:20:37 GMT

Game: 10/11/2003

2:30 PM

Steelers - 7

Rams - 12

Ashbury-East

Steelers' record at 6-1 with loss to the Rams. Final game on 18-Oct-2003 vs. Eagles!
(more video clips tell the story...below; *note: earlier games' individual video clips have been consolidated into the "Game Highlights" movie format clips.)

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Game Highlights (movie format)

The game started just like all the others -- Banner and all. The ending...well... that was unlike any this 2003 Steeler team had yet to experience. And from the looks after the game, no Steeler wants to repeat.

Next week...watch out...the Steelers know who they are and they're out to "hit hard" and "kick butt".

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Captains Tom Kelley (#64), Jacob Dosselman (#10), Dave Iacoponi (#39), Conner Kelly (#61) get ready for the coin toss -- Steelers receive!

Joe Ippolito (#87) gets the ball and is swarmed by Rams.

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Ryan Hilt (#55) gets the 1st carry; some tough yards.

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Dave Iacoponi (#39) with an early great run, great line blocking sets it up...only to have it called back because of a Steeler clipping penalty. Penalties --very atypical for this well disciplined squad-- would continue to plague the Steelers all game long.

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Joe Ippolito (#87) sweeping right [very left edge of picture] as the line executes well, and Joe does the rest running for a big gain.

Referree marking off one of the penalties against the Steelers. This was not like the Steelers we know. Too much time off? Too many distractions? Who knows...mentally, physically, the normally dominating Steelers were not themselves on this warm October Saturday game. No video required.

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Great team "read & react" on this extra point prevention by the Steelers' defense. This is the team pursuit that's typical Steelers - 100%!

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Joe Ippolito (#87) continues the 1st Half offensive drive to the goal line. Along getting some great blocking from teammates, Jacob Dosselman (#10) and Dave Iacoponi (#39) and others.

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1st Half offensive continues in this 2-part clip; Ryan Hilt (#55) pounds his way through the middle of the Rams defense for more yards; Dave Iacoponi (#39) skillfully weaves his way for 1st down -- big run!

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On the defensive line, Gabe Bundy (#73) turns a shoulder and squeezes into the Rams backfield to wrap & tackle for a loss on the play.

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Tim Bado (#27) hands off to Ryan Hilt (#55). Clean hand-off and great line lead blocking, combined with Ryan's power result in Steeler-like steamroller yard winning gain.

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Uncharacteristic of the 2003 Steelers, a turnover and overpursuit on this Rams play that begins as a sweep but then Rams runner cuts back into the middle -- Steelers are off balance unable to recover -- Rams' #38 breaks it loose all the way for their 2nd touchdown, the lead and eventually the win.

Game over. Steelers' defensive unit leaves the field in defeat - knowing this is not the Steelers they are, they have been and they will again be next week.

Bring on the Eagles and bring on the Steelers as only they know they are!

Fri, 10 Oct 2003 12:36:40 GMT

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Game #4 Highlights:
Steelers vs. 49ers [19-0]
15-Sep-2003, (movie format, Highspeed Internet)

Thu, 09 Oct 2003 12:26:58 GMT

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Game #3 Highlights: Steelers vs. Lions [14-6], 13-Sep-2003
(movie format)

Wed, 08 Oct 2003 12:20:41 GMT

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Game #2 Highlights (*movie format - title, music, special effects)
Steelers vs. Jaguars [34-6], Monday night, 8-Sep-2003
*note: HighSpeed Internet recommended (DSL, cable, etc.)

Tue, 07 Oct 2003 11:39:48 GMT

Update from Coach Bob:

1) Our last game will be on the Saturday, Oct 18th at 2:15 pm. We were unable to switch because both the Eagles and Giants have games on the 18th.

2) A professional photography company took pictures of all the teams playing on the week we played the Cowboys. They try to take pictures of all players in action. They will have a picture tent at this weeks game showing you all the shots. Last year we bought a number of the pictures. They do a great job.

3) This week's game against the Rams will be starting at 2:30. It has been moved up 15 minutes.

4) We are planning a season end pizza party. Details TBD

Date	Time	Home	Visitor	Location
9/6/2003	3:15 PM	Steelers - 25	Giants - 12	Ashbury-West
9/8/2003	7:00 PM	Jaguars - 6	Steelers - 37	Knoch Park
9/13/2003	2:45 PM	Steelers - 14	Lions - 6	Ashbury-East
9/15/2003	5:45 PM	49ers - 0	Steelers - 19	Knock Park
9/20/2003	1:30 PM	Cowboys - 0	Steelers - 19	Ashbury-East
9/27/2003	2:45 PM	Vikings - 12	Steelers - 20	Ashbury-East
10/4/2003		BYE	Steelers
10/11/2003	2:30 PM	Steelers	Rams	Ashbury-East
Last Game: 10/18/2003	2:15 PM	Eagles	Steelers	Ashbury-East

Mon, 06 Oct 2003 01:43:55 GMT

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New! Game 1 Highlights* in movie format with background music and special effects. Steelers vs. Giants [25-12]

*Note: HighSpeed Internet only (cable, DSL, etc.)

*prototype - Comments? click below

Sat, 04 Oct 2003 14:30:19 GMT

Game 6:

Steelers vs. Vikings

It was a cold and windy day when the Steelers met the Vikings. In the opening drive of the game, the Steelers warmed things up with a reverse to Joe Ippolito (#87) who took it 49 yards for a touchdown. The extra point was taken in by Ryan Hilt (#55), making the score a quick 7-0. Defense then took over and slowed the Vikings down a bit. However, early in the 2^nd quarter, the Vikings did score on a tough 3^rd and one stand by the Steelers. On the extra point attempt, Joe Rafinski (#52) knocked down the pass and held the score to 7-6.

When they got the ball back, the Steelers pounded down the field again. Then came a 17-yard pass from quarterback Tim Bado (#27) to Dave Iacoponi (#39) for touchdown number two. A crushing blow stopped Joe Ippolito (#87) just short on the extra point attempt. This put the Steelers up 13-6 at half time.

At the start of the second half, the Steelers once again found themselves defending their goal line. First and goal, held. Second and goal, held. Third and goal, held. Finally, on their last attempt, the Vikings fall forward and score. The extra point is no good and the score stands at 13-12 to end the 3^rd quarter. A rare nail-biter for the Steelers is in progress.

In the fourth quarter, the Steeler offense pulls together and Ryan Hilt (#55) gets a couple of important first downs. Then it’s time for another reverse to Joe Ippolito (#87) who takes it down field 35 yards for another TD. He then follows it up for the extra point and the score is 20-12, Steelers. The Vikings start driving again and the defense has to get tough. PJ Serio rushes the QB, Fred Hacker (#53), Nathan Tout (#42) and Ryan Hilt (#55) combine for some great tackles and then look out – Creed Callham (#48) is in the perfect position to intercept the Viking pass. The ball is back to the Steelers with just a couple of minutes left in the game. Tim Bado (#27) keeps the ball and turns outside. Just as he’s about to get tackled, in comes Joe Ippolito (#87) to put a punishing hit on the defender. Time runs out and the Steelers have their 6^th straight win in 6 straight games!!

Total Yards: Rushing: 186, Passing: 17

Player:	Player #:	Tackles	Interception	Fumble	Result
Bado, Tim	27
Bundy, Gabe	73	1
Callham, Creed	48	3	1
Dosselman, Jacob	10
Gabr, Amir	88
Hacker, Fred	53	10
Herrera, Alex	74	1
Hilt, Ryan	55	6
Iacoponi, David	39	1
Ippolito, Joe	87	9
Ippolito, Michael	25	1
Kellley, Thomas	64
Kelly, Conner	61	1
Leets, Jeff	76
Rafinski, Joe	52	1			Blocked Extra Point Pass
Samaan, Peter	62	3
Schulte, Eric	26
Serio, Peter	86	5			Pressured QB
Tout, Nathan	42	5

Fri, 03 Oct 2003 12:32:56 GMT

Steeler Highlights: Steelers vs. Vikings

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Today's clip is about a defensive opportunity: perfecting the pass rush The Vikings' offensive line did an effective job of preventing the Steeler defense getting to the QB. What can the Steeler defensive team do different, better to get to the QB? Only the speed of #55 (Ryan Hilt) prevents this Viking pass completion from being a touchdown.

*note: To navigate to previous games' pictures/video clips, simply use the Calendar in the upper righthand section of this page. Select the date of the game, or a day or 2 after, for those highlights.

Thu, 02 Oct 2003 12:34:14 GMT

Steeler Highlights: Steelers vs. Vikings

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S-l-o-w m-o-t-i-o-n - Watch this 15 second clip of #87's (Joe Ippolito) touchdown run. The focus is how the offensive line sets this up and makes it all possible. Note (far left edge of picture) how #53 (Fred Hacker) pulls and leads the blocking to his right. That clears the path; the rest is history.

Thu, 02 Oct 2003 12:11:44 GMT

Statistics... Game #5 vs. Cowboys, Game #6 vs. Vikings

GAME #5: Steelers vs Cowboys

Offense:

1st Half:

Touchdown: #55 R. Hilt , play: 33 power dive for 70 yard

Extra Point: #39 D.Iacoponi, play: fake 31-46 reverse for 3 yards

Touchdown: #55 R. Hilt, play: 33 power dive for 4 yards

Extra Point: no good

2nd Half:

Touchdown: #55 R. Hilt, play: 33 power dive for 1 yards

Extra Point: no good

Total Yards: Rushing: 203, Passing: 16

Player:	Player #:	Tackles	Interception	Fumble	Result
Bado, Tim	27				Deflected Pass
Bundy, Gabe	73
Callham, Creed	48	6
Dosselman, Jacob	10
Gabr, Amir	88
Hacker, Fred	53	5		1	Deflected Pass
Herrera, Alex	74
Hilt, Ryan	55	2
Iacoponi, David	39
Ippolito, Joe	87	10
Ippolito, Michael	25	2
Kellley, Thomas	64
Kelly, Conner	61	1
Leets, Jeff	76
Rafinski, Joe	52	4
Samaan, Peter	62	4
Schulte, Eric	26
Serio, Peter	86	7
Tout, Nathan	42	5

GAME #6: Steelers vs. Vikings

Steelers vs Vikings: Score 20-12

Offense:

1st Half:

Touchdown: #87 J. Ippolito, play: Reverse for 49 yards

Extra Point: #55 R. Hilt, play Dive for 3 yards

Touchdown: #39 D. Iacoponi, play: Pass for 17 yards

Extra Point: no good

2nd Half:

Touchdown: #87 J. Ippolito, play: Reverse for 35 yards

Extra Point: #87 J. Ippolito, play: Dive for 3 yards

Player:	Player #:	Tackles	Interception	Fumble	Result
Bado, Tim	27
Bundy, Gabe	73	1
Callham, Creed	48	3	1
Dosselman, Jacob	10
Gabr, Amir	88
Hacker, Fred	53	10
Herrera, Alex	74	1
Hilt, Ryan	55	6
Iacoponi, David	39	1
Ippolito, Joe	87	9
Ippolito, Michael	25	1
Kellley, Thomas	64
Kelly, Conner	61	1
Leets, Jeff	76
Rafinski, Joe	52	1			Blocked Extra Point Pass
Samaan, Peter	62	3
Schulte, Eric	26
Serio, Peter	86	5			Pressured QB
Tout, Nathan	42	5

Wed, 01 Oct 2003 12:19:19 GMT

Steeler Highlights: Steelers vs. Vikings

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#39 (David Iacoponi) makes this TD look so easy. The Steelers' offense -- line and all -- not only fool the Vikings, but also fool the videographer -- while David, with the ball, strolls into the end zone.

Tue, 30 Sep 2003 12:18:48 GMT

Steeler Highlights: Steelers vs. Vikings

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Watch how this play unfolds. #53 (Fred Hacker) patiently reads then reacts to bring down the runner for a loss. At the end, it's a swarm of Steelers.

*note: try it in slow motion - Press "Control + Shift + S" in Windows Media Player when watching the clip.

Mon, 29 Sep 2003 12:18:47 GMT

Steeler Highlights: Steelers vs. Vikings

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#87 (Joe Ippolito) blurs by on his way for TD #1. Once he turned the corner, nobody could catch him!

#53 (Fred Hacker - right edge of picture) shields Joe from any would-be Viking defenders.

(Below) Even at 30 frames per second, #87 (Joe Ippolito) is too fast for this camera!

Tuesday Practice: 5:30pm - 7pm*

(*note: Parents - Tuesday & Thursday Practices now ending at 7:00pm due to darkness)

Sun, 28 Sep 2003 13:08:10 GMT

Saturday 10/4/03 - BYE - no game

Next game:

10/11/2003

2:45 PM

Steelers

Rams

Ashbury-East

Sat, 27 Sep 2003 22:18:44 GMT

Steelers Win 20-12 !
(Extend record to 6-0)

9/27/2003

2:45 PM

Vikings - 12

Steelers - 20

Ashbury-East

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Big "D" - #53 (Fred Hacker) blasts through the Viking line, for a loss on the play. Fred is joined quickly by #61 (Conner Kelly) and #86 (Peter "PJ" Serio) who all get in on the tackle.

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#87 (Joe Ippolito) turns and runs..."can't catch me!"

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I-N-T-E-R-C-E-P-T-I-O-N, #48 (Creed Callham) picks off the pass!

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Teammate #61 (Conner Kelly) hustles over as #42 (Nathan Tout) hits, sticks, wraps, and takes down the Viking runner.

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#87 (Joe Ippolito) looks like he's going in for the extra point when all of a sudden -- WHACK! -- the gap is filled and Joe is hit hard by a Viking who found a hole in the Steeler line. So close...

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"D" GoalLine
(50 sec.mini series)

You'll see just about the whole "D" team. #62 (Peter Samaan), #55 (Ryan Hilt), #52 (Joe Rafinski), #53 (Fred Hacker) and others... as the Steelers' defense really jelled on this goalline stance. 1st and Goal - Stopped!, 2nd and Goal - Stopped!, 3rd and Goal - Stopped! They almost held them.

Fri, 26 Sep 2003 12:24:29 GMT

Date	Time	Home	Visitor	Location
9/6/2003	3:15 PM	Steelers - 25	Giants - 12	Ashbury-West
9/8/2003	7:00 PM	Jaguars - 6	Steelers - 37	Knoch Park
9/13/2003	2:45 PM	Steelers - 14	Lions - 6	Ashbury-East
9/15/2003	5:45 PM	49ers - 0	Steelers - 19	Knock Park
9/20/2003	1:30 PM	Cowboys - 0	Steelers - 19	Ashbury-East
9/27/2003	2:45 PM	Vikings - 12	Steelers - 20	Ashbury-East
10/4/2003		BYE	Steelers
10/11/2003	2:45 PM	Steelers	Rams	Ashbury-East
10/18/2003	2:00 PM	Eagles	Steelers	Ashbury-East
10/25/2003	TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

Tue, 23 Sep 2003 13:00:39 GMT

Awesome game summaries! Great details, stats, and lots, lots more!!
- Summaries brought to you by volunteers Matt & Kim Mannion (Fred Hacker's parents)
- Stats by volunteer Pete Serio.

Just click on the Team News section.

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Sat, 20 Sep 2003 14:13:18 GMT

Saturday's Results:

9/20/2003

1:30 PM

Cowboys - 0

Steelers - 19

Ashbury-East

Steelers Win!

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Winning - a total team effort -- this team pursuit and team tackle demonstrates that total team effort.

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#42 (Nathan Tout) one on one, hits, sticks, wraps, and brings down the Cowboys run. "It's a wrap!"

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The Steelers' first offensive possession, #55 (Ryan Hilt)runs, cuts, and he could-go-all-the-way... and he does...TOUCHDOWN!

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#87 (Joe Ippolito) runs, cuts, gets a good block from teammate #10 (Jacob Dosselman) -- good play.

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#53 (Fred Hacker) [bottom of the pile in 1st photo at right]
recovers a Cowboys fumble -- destroying any momentum the Cowboys had. Teammate #25 (Michael Ippolito) jumps for joy as the referree signals
"Steelers' ball!"

Fri, 19 Sep 2003 18:22:08 GMT

Mon, 15 Sep 2003 11:54:06 GMT

Steelers vs. 49ers, 5:45pm, Knoch Park -- Steelers WIN!!
[19] [ 0 ]

Steelers' season advances to 4-0

Coach Joe re-groups the team at half-time "chalk talk".

#39 (David Iacoponi) zeroing in for the tackle -- gets some help from teammate #52 (Joe Rafinski) at the end of the play.

6-pack of plays...(high speed internet only)

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Team effort: Good blocking and play action set up this yardage gainer.

#88 (Amir Gabr) gives 49ers grief, allows #27 (Tim Bado) to get the play off.

Back-bending block by #26 (Eric Schulte) destroys 49ers' #77 attempted rush.

Running back #55 (Ryan Hilt) getting ready to deliver a crushing block providing excellent pass protection for QB #27 (Tim Bado).

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Watch #53 (Fred Hacker) and see the ball on the ground (in between the referee's feet) -- not for long -- Fred's gonna scoop it up.

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Mini-series of 3 offensive early opening plays:

1) #55 Ryan for tough yards up the middle;
2) #87 Joe Ippolito with a good gain;
3) #55 Ryan breaks loose all the way to the 1 yard line.

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#87 (Joe Ippolito) with an early ground-gaining run.

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#42 (Nathan Tout) joined by teammates in kick-off pursuit.

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#52 (Joe Rafinski) delivers neck-bending blow to 49er while teammate #42 (Nathan Tout) helps stuff the middle and prevents a 49er gain.

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Team pursuit & tackle!

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#52 (Joe Rafinski) congratulates #87 (Joe Ippolito) on a nice run.

Sat, 13 Sep 2003 18:12:01 GMT

Steelers vs. Lions 13-Sep-2003, 2:45pm
[ 14 ] [ 6 ]

Steelers' season advances to 3-0! (More pictures & video clips to follow...)

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#87 (Joe Ippolito) could - go - all - the - way... and he does! Touchdown #1!!

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#76 (Jeff Leets) points out his opponent -- the whole line holds on the 2 point conversion pass from Tim Bado (#27) to David Iacoponi (#39).

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#55 (Ryan Hilt) running and running and running...consistently getting tough yards.

#55 (Ryan Hilt) 4th Quarter Mini-Series (5 brief clips)
1) Smothers Lions' on-side kick attempt
2) Runs right
3) Runs right again
4) Runs up the middle
5) Runs up the middle again

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#87 (Joe Ippolito) surrounded by teammates and great blocking, runs the length of the field. Teammate #39 (David Iacoponi) runs with him to the end.

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#52 (Joe "Conductor" Rafinski) conducting and orchestrating the relentless defensive attacks.

Snapshot photo story...

#52 (Joe Rafinski) tackles and tackles and tackles...

#74 (Alex Herrera) with a tackle behind the line, for a Lions loss.

#26 (Eric Schulte) quick thinking, pounces on a fumble - Steelers retain possession.

#27 (Tim Bado) taking control on the 1st offensive drive.

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Coach Joe (red cap) firing up the "D" on 4th and long for the Lions. They hold 'em! Steelers get the ball.

#27 (Tim Bado) getting ready to air one out to #10 (Jacob Dosselman)... almost a reception.

#73 (Gabe Bundy) trying to strip the ball...almost.

True Steeler Defense: "Dog pile!"

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#55 (Ryan Hilt) smothers the 4th Quarter Lions on-side kick attempt. Steelers ball!