Warriors Put on a Show Against Paris Lights to Strengthen Playoff Position
London dominate in all three phases as Warriors cruise to a third consecutive win
Final Score: London Warriors at Paris Lights – 44:23
Defense Sets the Tone Early
Few would have predicted a 44-point afternoon for the Warriors when looking at the opening exchanges. Both defenses came out with intensity and dominated the first quarter, keeping the scoreboard quiet and making every yard feel like a battle. Then the second quarter arrived, and everything changed.
Big Plays in Bunches
Once the offenses found their footing, the game opened up dramatically. Seven touchdown plays of 30 yards or more were recorded across the afternoon, and five of them belonged to the Warriors. It was exactly the kind of explosive, high-tempo football that makes London such a dangerous side when everything clicks. Across all three phases the Warriors delivered, with offensive touchdowns complemented by a defensive score and a special teams touchdown to put the result beyond any doubt.
Hillock Blow a Blow for Paris
The Lights were dealt a damaging blow when quarterback Evan Hillock picked up an injury in the second quarter and could not return. Homegrown backup Marouane Dardour stepped in and struggled to find his rhythm initially, but grew into the game and finished with two touchdown passes. It was not enough to swing the contest, and without Hillock the Lights offense could never build the kind of consistency needed to trouble the Warriors over four quarters.
What’s Next
Paris Lights face a daunting Week 10 home fixture against Rhein Fire as they try to steady the ship. The London Warriors, meanwhile, head into their second bye week in fine form, with time to rest and regroup before the final stretch of the regular season.
