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Wednesday, May 27, 2026
The Rock Almighty Wednesday Wake-Up Call: Mary of Bethany: An Example of Faith and Christ Is Rising In This Fallen World.
Mary of Bethany is the woman who poured ointment upon the head of Christ, and for this act Jesus said that wherever the gospel would be preached “throughout the whole world, this also that she hath done shall be spoken of for a memorial of her” (Mark 14:9).
I do not suppose Mary of Bethany is often thought of so even spoken of in this day and age, but, nonetheless, Jesus said this woman would be remembered.
Mary Served as an Example of FAITH.
Just days before He was to be crucified, Jesus returned to Bethany, and there He was in the home of one Simon the leper - to have a meal, and at that dinner a woman (Mary) anointed Jesus with a very expensive ointment.
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Notice what the Bible says about that dinner: "And there they made him supper; and Marts served: but Lazarus was one of them that sat at the table with him" John 12:2).
This dinner took place after Lazarus had been raised from the dead and notice Martha - the sister of Lazarus - was at that dinner serving dinner. No doubt, the dinner was in celebration of the resurrection of Lazarus - for the Bible tells us that Jesus came to Bethany “… where Lazarus was which had been dead, whom he raised from the dead” (John 12:1). But even while this celebration of the resurrection of Lazarus was in the minds of the people there, Jesus, was also with a heavy heart -as the reality of his soon coming crucifixion and suffering would have been on his mind; and so, it was in this circumstance Mary of Bethany then surprised everyone by taking an expensive ointment to anoint Jesus Christ.
But upon anointing Jesus with the very expensive oil, Judas - the one who betrayed Christ was very upset saying: "Why was not this ointment sold for three hundred pence, and given to the poor?" (John 12:5).
Judah had the wrong attitude - because instead of respecting Mary’s act of service and generosity, Judah, thought it was wasteful for her to anoint Jesus with such an expensive item - arguing it should, instead have been sold and given to the poor - while that was not at all Juda’s true intent - for the scripture says that it was not because Judah cared for the poor but because he was a thief and just wanted to be in possession of the oil (John 12:6). But also notice that the other disciples also found fault with what Mary did and agreed with Judas - for the scripture says: “But when his disciples saw it, they had indignation, saying, to what purpose is this waste” (Matthew 26:8). Think of it, the very disciples of Jesus Christ thought Mary act of anointing Jesus with expensive oil was a wasteful thing to do.
But in response to the anger of the disciples over the ointment, notice what Jesus said: "When Jesus understood it; he said unto them, why trouble ye the woman? for she hath wrought a good work upon me" (Matthew 26:10). Perhaps another person - a normal carnal human being might have gotten very angry - feeling insulted that their friends or people thought it was a waste for someone to do such good to them, but instead of getting angry and all upset at the negative comment of the disciples, Jesus calmly and straightforwardly told the disciples that the woman (Mary) was doing a good thing for Him; and there is no doubt, the disciples, at some point, would come to regret saying what they said and repented of it.
Mary’s Faith
Mary apparently believes Jesus when he said He came to Jerusalem to die, and she may not have understood the full meaning of his death for all mankind, but she did believe what He said; she believed his word and did not doubt or question that Jesus was going to die; she just believed what He said and acted upon that belief by anointing Him with oil - doing the very best she thought she could do for Him before he died. The disciples who were with Jesus should have known better - by having proper respect and appreciation for Mary’s service of love and faith in Christ, but they did not; they failed to see and understand what she was doing, but Christ knew what she did and praised this woman for it.
For the true servants of God or Christian, Mary stands as an example of faith, trust and commitment to God. Though she was chided for her service by those closest to Jesus and though she probably did not fully understand what Jesus' death was to mean, she believed what He said and she served.
There are millions today who profess to believe on Christ, but unlike Mary, they do NOT actually believe all that Christ says -as they are willing to call Him Lord and yet not believe Him or what He says; For example, Jesus Spake these words - saying: "Think not that I am come to destroy the law or the prophets: I am not come to destroy but to fulfill" (Matt. 5:17).
Mary would have certainly believed that Jesus did not come to do away with the ten commandments of God - for Jesus told us to NOT think that He came to do any such thing, and yet, the millions who profess to believe on Christ disagree with Christ; they do NOT believe what He says, but has their own belief that since they are under grace the law of God has been abolished - done away - no law to obey; such do not believe Christ; they do not take Him at his word. Mary of Bethany believed Christ and gave her all by doing the very best for Him and for her faith - by believing in what He said and who He is really is; and for this, Jesus said this woman would be remembered to this very day; she would not be forgotten. With this in mind, I hope that the readers here will, indeed, take a moment to think of Mary of Bethany; to remember her humble service and the willingness to serve and honor her savior - offering to him the very best physical offering she had to offer. This woman is an example of faith and trust in God -and in her act of service to Christ, she at that moment in time, could see even more deeply than the disciples who had spent so much time with Christ.
There are many in this world who say they believe on Christ but do not do what He says or commands them to do, but Mary of Bethany believed Christ, and she showed it in her service to Him; it is no wonder Mary of Bethany is remembered and spoken of today - just as Jesus said she would.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
The Rock Almighty - What exactly is Drug Addiction and Alcohol Addiction, and what Role Does Your Higher Power Play and The Demonic Activity Increase?
Drug addiction is a chronic and extreme compulsion to gratify cravings in the brain by the repeated use of a substance regardless the cost or consequences. It's a condition that involves uncontrollable drug use, craving and seeking, withdrawal, as well as dysfunctional behavior. It has the ability to rob someone's joy, obliterate their purpose and testimony, as well as kill them given a long enough time table. And unlike many other diseases, it can never be entirely cured… but it can be arrested.
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But Isn’t Taking Drugs a Choice…
Addiction is quite complex. Lots of people cannot comprehend how or why other folks get addicted, and could have a few misconceptions regarding this disease. When an individual originally decides to take drugs, it is at that point unquestionably a choice. Some test it out of curiosity while others are pushed into it through social and economic conditions, but modern neural scanning technology (PET and SPECT scans) has revealed how the choice to take drugs rapidly dissipates and becomes a physical and psychological dependence wherein an individual incrementally loses his capacity to "choose" to stop using due to a kind of neural damage that affects choice making.
What Addiction does to the Brain
A thorough report of the impacts of prolonged drug and alcohol abuse on the human brain is outside the scope of this summation, but briefly:
-Drugs are chemicals that tap into the brain's communication system and disrupt how that nerves collect, dispatch, and process information.
-Drugs flood the system with dopamine which creates euphoria. The injury and conditioning from dopamine flooding though causes the brain to reduce the quantity of dopamine it produces which results in major depression and cravings.
-Drugs are neurotoxins that destroy the brains serotonin distribution system. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter which regulates mood, appetite, and sensory perception.
- Drugs devastate the prefrontal cortex which is the a part of the brain responsible for whether we act on impulses or not. This part of the brain in effect controls inhibitions among other decision making functions.
Some of this damage is sadly everlasting. But the human body and brain are unbelievably resilient and effective at repairing a great deal of this harm if given the time and healthy living to do so.
What Chemical Dependence Does to the Spirit
Drug dependence facilitates the emotional and spiritual death of a person by stealing any possibility to experience joyfulness and purpose outside of drug use. And even during use, that type of joy is briefly lived and hollow. It is a lonely, sick, and gloomy place which has no regard for how good or bad someone is, how they were raised, or how strong or weak their will-power is. It attacks any individual from any social group and is extremely related to the occult and to the demonic. Its tentacles extend from the addict toward everyone who loves or cares about the addict. Most important though is that addiction produces a riff between God and the addict and opens people to evil influences that bring about crime, high risk sex and high risk behaviors, and an unyielding sense of hopelessness and despair. God doesn’t wish for any person to live and suffer like this.
There is Hope of Healing in Recovery through the Highest Power
Imagine how incredible it would feel to be freed from the pain and torment caused by addiction. Instead of tears there would be smiles and laughter. Instead of court dates there would be important family celebrations and promotions at work. Instead of being looked down at, you would encourage others by your amazing story of deliverance. Being freed from addiction of course doesn’t assure any of this, but it surely does create the fantastically genuine possibility of these kinds of things happening.
Recovery is not possible outside of God. Every secular 12 step program believes this regardless of whether they call Him a different name. Lots of addicts have been stuck in the cycle of addiction and relapse because they continue to depend on their own strength. Recovery is about counting on strength that one doesn’t inherently posses, but does posses as a part of a collective of likeminded individuals who're being led by God. God has a unique aptitude to restore people and use them to exalt Him, and He's the ultimate provider of hope and healing.
What You Must do Now
In Revelations 12:11 it says, "They overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony; they did not love their lives so much as to shrink from death." Our Masters Camp understands that just quitting drugs is merely the 1st step. We need to be recreated starting from the floor up, first through creating a genuine and lasting relationship with God and second, by healing the hurts, hang-ups, and behaviors that lead addicts back to relapse. This progression demands time, a safe place, plus a sympathetic and caring community. Lots of individuals don’t have this in their immediate vicinity, so Our Master Camp can provide this at possibly the most inexpensive, affordable, and value packed fee in the entire United States.
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Monday, May 25, 2026
The Rock Almighty Wake Up Call: Do you Know what is PROPHESIED to Happen in Europe? And Honoring The Fallen
As you can see, the United States has been sliding – losing it prestige and influence on the world’s stage – declining as the leader of the free world, and under president Trump, it appears that America has been on a free fall in alienating and creating hostility and distrust among those people or nations America called Allies – especially the nations of Europe. But what does this all mean? Is there a reason for this?
Bible prophecy reveals that just as Jesus Christ is about to return and intervene in world affairs there would be the fulfillment of a PIVOTAL end time prophecy which foretells there would be an alignment or the coming together of a union of tens nations in Europe that would emerge to fulfill the FINAL or last revival of the so called Holy Roman empire.
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Due to time and space let me briefly point out that Revelation 17:10 show why there is going to be a final or seventh revival of this Holy Roman Empire; it says: “And there are seven kings, five are fallen, and the other is not yet come; and when he cometh he must continue a short pace.” This is describing the five holy Roman system or its revival from the Emperor Justinian to Mussolini and the short-lived Mussolini -Hitler union; Mussolini believed he was the man who restored the Holy Roman empire. So far there has been six Revival of the Holy Roman empire, but there is to come a seventh and final resurrection of the empire and that would occur in our time or just as Christ is about to return to set up the ruling Government of God over the earth - in order to lead humanity into the way of lasting peace and happiness. YES! World peace or UTOPIA is coming SOON to planet earth - as Christ – the Prince of PEACE will FINALLY be here to teach and show humanity the way to true and LASTING HAPINESS, and we are living on the threshold or time when this GREATEST EVENT in the history of planet earth is soon to occur.
Europe to be United before our very Eyes!
Without going into detailed history of U.S - Europe relationship, let me just point out that we know that after World War II the North Atlantic Treaty was formed in 1949 to ensure collective security or for securing peace in Europe – to which Europe has long looked to America as the major force or power that would come to the aid of Europe should an aggressor nation such as Russia ever attack these Nato countries. But as you can see, that as time progresses, Europe has continue to lose its faith in America’s willingness to protect them from Russia; and this loss of faith or mistrust in America - which has been heightened by President Trump – who has been criticizing Europe – further alienating its NATO Allies, Europe is now FINALLY WAKING upon to GRIM REALITY they most likely will have to depend on themselves and abandon their long cherished trust that American would rise to their defense should such be required; and if you have been watching Europe, you will see that several nations in Europe are now building up their military, and it is from this YOU are going to see the EMERGENCE of these ten nations of Europe -as revealed in Revelation 17:10 -which says: “And the ten horns which thou sawest are ten kings which have received no kingdom as yet; but receive power as kings one hour with the beast.”
This prophecy tells us that ten dictators are to arise in Europe and will have a short- lived time of power and prestige in this world-backed by the beast power -which will be a man or leader of great influence and cunning; these nations will give their allegiance to this soon coming super leader. This mean these nations are going to become militarily and economically strong-possibly rivaling the United States – who by that time, will be descending into a growing state of decline due to economic and political turmoil – along with other national woes that is coming -as we are going to enter a time of Great Depression and other national TROUBLES and WOES from which NO leader or president is going to be able to get us out from under.
The STARK REALITY is that this is where we are now headed; we are headed into a time of growing hostility between the United States and Europe, and I have been writing here on Article Biz– telling people about these things. I do try to do this because people do not have a true understanding of what is coming or what is supposed to happen Just before the second coming of Christ. For example, you have heard people say Christ could come next week or next month or this or that about the second coming of Christ, but they have ALL been wrong because not only does NO man know the day nor the hour of coming of Christ, but Chris is NOT going to come until these ten nations in Europe come together -as this is a MAJOR END TIME prophecy that has to be fulfilled before Christ comes. But I can tell you that when this European power comes to pass, we are certainly near the return of Jesus Christ, and we can know this because the Bible says this revived Roman empire is to make war against the returning Christ (See Revelation 17:14).
It is this union of nations that is going to be united with a great FALSE religious institution God calls “the great whore” (Revelation 17:1) who will be at its head. This whore or apostate church has longed aligned itself with the Roman empire and has been associated with the Roman empire – even placing the crown of authority on the head of Charlemagne; Pope Leo III declared Charlemagne as emperor of the Romans on December 25 800 AD. So, what we are going to see is a religious -political union take place in Europe; and I have long pointed out that we are going to see a Pope – possibly this current Pope – Pope Leo XIV, calling out in support of a United States of Europe; and as you can see that the current tension between the Pope and President Trump could add to that or even serve to speed up the fulfillment of these prophecies.
And when Europe is revived and this Church and state union comes together, the world is going to be plunged into the time of the GREAT TRIBULATION – for it will be a time when this great false Church is going to use its religious and political influence to force the Western world into accepting one dominant religious belief - to the extent that people will not be able to buy or sell – meaning to conduct business in order to make money to take care of one’s family unless you BEND to the dictates of this Church (Revelation 13:17).
This world is already changing before our very eyes as these prophecies of ALMIGHTY God is headed our way. But the GOOD NEWS is that when these things comes to pass, we can know the second coming of Christ is near -for Jesus said that it will be after the Great Tribulation that the people of planet earth will look up to heaven and see the GREAT SUPERNATURAL sign of his coming – with the sun turning to darkness and the moon not shining at all (see Matthew 24:29).
YES! The day of the second coming of Christ will not be bright sun-shiny day at all but will a day of thick darkness and gloominess all over this earth (see Joel 2:2). Zephaniah 1:15 says that day “is a day of wrath, a day of trouble and distress, day of wasteness, and desolation, a day of darkness and gloominess, day of clouds and thick darkness.” Just think how FRIGHTENING and DEEPLY UNSETTLING for a sinful world; God is doing this to show his ABHORRENCE to the sins and wickedness of mankind and this world is going to be SORELY punished ; and let me say that God does not punish to get even with people- even as we humans tend to do, but He punishes to correct, to show us where we are going the wrong way, and because this is a stubborn and God rejecting world, God is going to give us harsh lessons to learn and when humanity has finally learned its lessons, then God is going to lead us in the path of peace and happiness, but before that happens, God is going to punish this world for its evil.
God’s true servants need not fear what is coming as they are going to be protected from what is coming upon the world. Watch events unfolding in Europe and watch for the Vatican to have closer ties with Europe and its politics. Jesus told us to watch and pray that we may be accounted worthy to escape all that is coming upon this world (Luke 21:36). I wonder just how many people get up each day and pray they may be accounted worthy to escape these things. Of course, it is those who have God’s indwelling Holy Spirit and are striving to live by every word of God that is going to be able to escape these things -as it is NOT everyone who calls Christ Lord is going to escape these things, but those who obey God; who keeps his Commandments.
Saturday, May 23, 2026
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IFL WEEK 11 PREVIEW: ROSTER SHUFFLES AND CHAMPIONSHIP GLORY AT AMERICAN DREAM
May 22, 2026
The Indoor Football League enters a defining slate of games for Week 11, highlighted by the ultimate showcase at American Dream where the IFL Cup and consolation honors will be decided.
With teams looking to solidify their positioning or hoist a trophy, this weekend promises high stakes execution and intense cross conference battles. From crucial regular season matchups to the final battle for the IFL Cup, every down will carry immense weight as the second half stretch is underway.
Jacksonville Sharks (6-1) at Iowa Barnstormers (1-6)
Kickoff: Friday, May 22 at 8 p.m. EDT
Venue: Casey's Arena
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A classic trap‑game dynamic awaits in Des Moines. The Jacksonville Sharks are riding high near the top of the standings, but they must avoid looking past an Iowa Barnstormers squad eager to play spoiler on its home turf.
James Cahoon has directed the Sharks offense with complete composure all season, ranking 6th in the IFL in passing yards (1,278) and 3rd in completion rate (68.3 percent). In Week 10, the offensive player of the week excelled at keeping the offense on schedule by completing 24 of 30 passes for 260 yards and five touchdowns.
His primary perimeter target, Jaedon Stoshak, who has reached a rank of 7th in receiving yards (382), erupted for 101 yards and two touchdowns. On the ground, Sammy Edwards built on his rank of 10th in the IFL in rushing yards (245) by finding the end zone three times on short yardage carries.
Jacksonville's defense has been just as formidable, anchored by linebacker Isaiah Major. Major, who ranks 2nd in the IFL in tackles (69) this season, secured a crucial interception and logged five tackles last week, while defensive back John Huggins added nine tackles to push his season total to 58, ranking 5th.
Iowa counters with a unique dual threat weapon in quarterback Dante Aviles-Santos. Last week, Aviles-Santos kept the defense guessing by rushing for 76 yards and a touchdown on 13 carries while adding 51 passing yards and a 30 yard touchdown pass.
Running back David Elder has provided excellent balance, matching that consistency in Week 10 with 71 rushing yards and a 19 yard touchdown burst on 13 carries.
Wide receiver Kurtis Ravenel supplied the vertical spark by finishing with 30 receiving yards and hauling in the 30 yard touchdown pass.
To pull off the upset, the Barnstormers need a massive performance from their defensive front. In Week 10, Austin Edmonds and Ahman Ross each recorded four stops to anchor the interior, while Tyler Tate consistently pressured the pocket and notched a crucial sack.
If Iowa can disrupt Cahoon early, it can turn this into a four quarter dogfight.
Tulsa Oilers (2-5) at San Antonio Gunslingers (3-4)
Kickoff: Saturday, May 23 at 5 p.m. EDT
Venue: Freeman Coliseum
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Time is running out for both the Tulsa Oilers and San Antonio Gunslingers, turning this matchup into a do or die for each team's playoff push. The question becomes which defensive backfield can adjust first to slow two of the league's most explosive passing attacks.
San Antonio's plans to protect its home field face a massive hurdle after quarterback Joaquin Collazo—who ranks 8th in the IFL with 1,012 passing yards—was placed on short-term IR.
The Gunslingers' secondary is also shuffling after placing DB Marcis Floyd on short-term IR and releasing Jaylon Jemmerson, responding quickly by signing defensive backs Jabari Hawkins and Ronnie Beard.
Adding defensive flavor to this rivalry, San Antonio executed a trade with Tulsa to acquire wide receiver Jahlani Billingsley, giving them an instant weapon who knows the opponent intimately.
Tulsa reloaded its own arsenal for quarterback TJ Edwards, who ranks 5th in the IFL in passing yards (1,310) and 8th in rushing yards (295). Edwards, who threw for three touchdowns and zero interceptions in Week 10, will welcome newly signed Baylor standout wideout Ketron Jackson Jr. to the arsenal of offensive weapons.
The Oilers also shored up Edwards' protection by acquiring offensive lineman Daizion Carroll in the Billingsley trade.
Tulsa's defensive front gets a massive boost with the signing of 325-pound defensive lineman Akeem Smith to offset losing Devin Brandt-Epps to short-term IR.
The Oilers defense expects to step up, building on Week 10 performances where secondary standout Fredrick Mallay led Tulsa with seven solo tackles, a forced fumble, and an interception, while Alphonso Taylor added five stops.
Look out for playmaker Caleb Ramseur, who registered 66 rushing yards and a 30-yard touchdown last week for the Oilers.
Expect a high scoring game where the team that forces the final takeaway keeps its season alive.
NAZ Wranglers (1-6) at San Diego Strike Force (5-2)
Kickoff: Saturday, May 23 at 10 p.m. EDT
Venue: Frontwave Arena
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The Northern Arizona Wranglers are trying to prove their recent breakthrough was the start of a midseason surge rather than a temporary flash. Their renewed confidence faces a strict structural test against a San Diego Strike Force team that has been a model of consistency.
Northern Arizona found its identity last week behind a masterful performance from quarterback Anthony Garrett, who completed 15 of 20 passes for 154 yards and three touchdowns while adding two rushing scores.
Garrett established a balanced rhythm by handing off to Nolan Susel for consistent interior carries and feeding Ka'Ron Ashley. Ashley, who ranks 8th in the IFL in receiving yards (374) this season, caught eight passes for 77 yards and a touchdown last week.
The Wranglers defense showed major growth and just received a massive injection of depth; the team activated defensive back Brandon Luper and linebacker Carl Ware from short-term IR to cushion the loss of Dywan Griffin. They join a surging unit where Kalen Hicks, who ranks 6th in the IFL in tackles (49), led a physical effort with a seven-tackle performance last week alongside game-altering interceptions from Trae'Varis Ferrell and Kieran Page.
San Diego represents a significant step up in competition, powered by veteran quarterback Nate Davis. Davis, who ranks 4th in the IFL in passing yards (1,382) this season, completed 20 of 38 passes for 180 yards and four touchdowns in Week 10.
To fortify their depth at secondary, the Strike Force signed defensive back Jamori Colson,balancing out the loss of DB Jalani Jefferson who sits on short-term IR.
Running back Tyrell Greene Jr., who ranks 11th in the IFL in rushing yards (238) this season, added tough interior yards last week, compiling 41 rushing yards, a touchdown, and 49 receiving yards.
Wide receiver Dallas Daniels, who ranks 6th in the IFL in receiving yards (388) this season, continued to move the chains with 97 yards and two touchdowns.
Defensively, the Strike Force rely on Adam Anderson and Devin Hafford, who locked down the perimeter last week; Anderson tallied five tackles, and Hafford broke up two critical passes.
San Diego has the edge on paper, but containing a confident quarterback like Garrett will test its discipline.
New Mexico Chupacabras (1-6) vs. Orlando Pirates (4-3)
Kickoff: Sunday, May 24 at 12 p.m. EDT
Venue: The Arena at American Dream
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While the ultimate prize eluded them in the tournament semifinals, the New Mexico Chupacabras and Orlando Pirates will meet in the IFL Cup Consolation Game with plenty left to prove. The matchup offers a compelling contrast of styles, pitting the league's stingiest scoring defense against its most prolific passing offense.
New Mexico has built its identity on a defense that allows a league low 34.8 points per game. In the semifinal round, defensive back Jacious Clark recorded six solo stops, while linebacker Wesley Bowers added six tackles to limit yards after the catch.
Offensively, the Chupacabras need more consistency from quarterback Harrison Roubidoux, who completed 9 of 21 passes for 128 yards, one touchdown, and four interceptions. Roubidoux showed strong chemistry in Week 10 with wide receiver Damon Street, who delivered five catches for 103 yards and a score.
If New Mexico can control the clock with its rushing rotation, it can frustrate the Orlando sideline.
The Pirates want to get back to lighting up the scoreboard behind Paxton DeLaurent, who ranks 2nd in the IFL in passing yards (1,446) and 1st in the IFL in completion percentage (75.4 percent) this season. In the semifinal round, DeLaurent completed 19 of 27 passes for 206 yards, three touchdowns, and two interceptions.
Explosive running back Pooka Williams, who logged four carries for 16 yards and a rushing score out of the backfield, and targeted Nyqwan Murray, who ranks 3rd in the IFL in receiving yards (512) this season.
The Orlando defense features linebacker Mike Mason, who ranks 3rd in the IFL in tackles (61) this season, alongside Jay Pearson, who ranks 4th in the IFL in tackles (51) this season.
This game will hinge on whether Orlando's quick strike passing can crack New Mexico's disciplined defensive shell.
Arizona Rattlers (6-2) vs. Vegas Knight Hawks (6-1)
Kickoff: Sunday, May 24 at 7:30 p.m. EDT
Venue: The Arena at American Dream
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The main event of the weekend brings the curtain down on the tournament cycle as the Arizona Rattlers and Vegas Knight Hawks clash in the inaugural IFL Cup Championship Game. For the second meeting in three weeks, fans get to witness a heavyweight matchup featuring Arizona's top‑rated total defense against Vegas' unstoppable scoring machine.
Arizona enters the championship allowing just 212.4 yards per game while leading the league with 14 interceptions and 22 forced turnovers.
In their dominant semifinal showing, Rattlers defenders Jarmaine Doubs, Carlvainsky Decius and John Pius eliminated the deep passing game against New Mexico.
Offensively, veteran quarterback Drew Powell dictates the flow, he was nearly perfect in Week 10, completing 9 of 11 passes for 143 yards and two touchdowns while adding 45 rushing yards and a score.
Wide receiver Arland Bruce caught a 43‑yard touchdown as part of a 61 receiving yards performance to push his season total to 475, while Kymani Clarke scored twice in short‑yardage situations.
The Knight Hawks counter with an offense that scores 53.8 points per game. Quarterback Jayden DeLaura captains the system with MVP style numbers so far this season: 958 passing yards and 71 touchdowns while completing 74.8 percent of his throws. DeLaura dictated the tempo in Week 10 by scoring three rushing touchdowns alongside multiple passing scores against Orlando.
Running back Josh Tomas scored both on the ground and through the air last week, while wideout Senika McKie hauled in a key touchdown to stretch the defense.
The Vegas defense leans on Irshaad Davis, who has logged 44 tackles this year, and Clifton Duck, who shifted momentum last week with a critical interception.
With history on the line at American Dream, this championship showdown will likely come down to execution in the final two minutes, where Arizona's ability to create turnovers meets its toughest test against De Laura's ball security.
This slate of matchups sets the stage for a critical weekend of indoor football, balancing regular-season survival with high-stakes championship glory. With elite offenses matching wits against disciplined defenses, expect these matchups to reshape the standings and deliver the high-scoring drama that defines the league at its absolute finest.
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