2012 Schedule
| DATE | OPPONENT | W/L | Score |
| 4/21 | @ Erie Illusion | L | 20-24 |
| 4/28 | @ NE Intensity | L | 7-14 |
| 5/05 | vs. Maine Rebels | W | 61-0 |
| 5/12 | vs. NE Intensity | L | 14-41 |
| 5/19 | @ Montreal Blitz | ||
| 6/02 | vs. Northeastern Nitro | ||
| 6/09 | @ CT Wreckers | ||
| 6/16 | vs. Montreal Blitz |
| N. ATLANTIC STANDINGS | W | L | % |
 Montreal Blitz |
5 | 0 | 1.00 |
 NE Intensity |
3 | 1 | .750 |
 NH Freedom |
1 | 3 | .250 |
 Northeastern Nitro |
1 | 4 | .200 |
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Freedom falls in rematch with New England, 41-14New Hampshire heads to Montreal on May 19th
The New Hampshire Freedom was looking forward to a rematch with division rival New England Intensity, but a warm day at Manchester West Memorial Field didn't go as hoped. The first quarter was a defensive battle between both teams, but the Intensity found their stride early in the 2nd quarter, and scored on four occasions to go into halftime with a 27-0 lead. The Freedom found a little momentum in the 3rd quarter and scored on a run by Jen Pirog, then scored in the 4th on a short pass from Jamie Naylor to Abby Pelletier to put the score at 27-14. However, the Intensity found the end zone twice more to seal the game at 41-14.
The Freedom heads north of the border this Saturday, May 19th to take on last year's division champion Montreal Blitz. The Blitz is 5-0 so far this season. Kickoff is scheduled for 7pm.
Freedom defense shuts out Maine, Naylor leads the offense in 61-0 victoryNew England Intensity comes to Manchester for rematch on May 12th
The New Hampshire Freedom opened up at home in big fashion, scoring 61 points in a shutout over the Maine Rebels in the third game of the 2012 season. Jamie Naylor led the way for the offense, catching 4 TD passes from Lauri Izzi, kicking 5 of 6 on extra points, receiving a 2-point conversion, and returning the favor to Izzi by throwing one to her for a score on a botched field goal attempt on the final play of the game. Naylor also had several kick and punt returns for high yardage.
The game started when Naylor returned the opening kickoff into Rebel territory. Katia Pashkevitch took the first play from scrimmage to the end zone for a 43-yard score. A bad snap resulted in Naylor's 2-point conversion and the Freedom was up 8-0 with only seconds off the clock. Pashkevitch wouldn't stop there, adding 2 more TDs to round out her hat trick in the first quarter. She scored one more time in the 2nd quarter to give her 4 on the game.
The Freedom defense was stingy, giving up only 1 first down to Maine's offense all afternoon, and special teams made big plays. Cassandra Kennedy blocked a punt, Nicolle Renick grabbed an interception, Tiana Liu recovered a fumble, and Naylor forced a fumble on punt team that was recoverd by Renick.
The New England Intensity comes to town this Saturday, May 12th in a rematch of April 28th's 14-7 loss. Kickoff is set for 4pm at Manchester West High Shool.
Freedom loses battle with New England Intensity, 14-7Freedom home opener against Maine Rebels up next on May 5th
The New Hampshire Freedom traveled to Medway, MA on April 28th to take on the New England Intensity in the second game of the 2012 season. The Intensity got on the board wih a touchdown midway through the second quarter, but failed to convert on the extra point. The lead would not last long, though, as a breakaway run by Jen Pirog set up a TD pass from Lauri Izzi to Jamie Naylor two plays later. Naylor's kick was good and the Freedom took the lead 7-6 going into halftime.
Interceptions in the second half by Joy Burge and Tiana Liu, as well as a fumble recovery on a bad punt snap by Tomi Gibson led the way for the defense to hold the lead for much of the second half. A touchdown in the 4th quarter and a converted 2-point try put the Intensity up 14-7 and the score would remain that way until the finish. The Freedom will see New England again in two weeks for a rematch at home on Saturday, May 12th.
The Freedom kicks off it's home opener this Saturday, May 5th against the Maine Rebels. Kickoff is set for 4pm at West Memorial FIeld in Manchester.
Freedom comes up short in first game against Erie Illusion, 24-20Freedom to prepare for battle against New England Intensity on April 28th
The New Hampshire Freedom traveled to Erie, PA on April 21st to take on the Ertie Illusion to kick off their 2012 season. The Freedom got on the board first after a 39 yard TD run by Jen Pirog. However, Erie was not far behind with a TD of their own followed by a successful 2-point conversion to put the score at 8-7, illusion. Erie scored again and converted another 2-point conversion. The Freedom responded with a TD by Joy Burge. The extra point was no good and Erie held a 16-13 lead. Another Erie TD and 2-point conversion put them up 24-13.
An interception by Jamie Naylor gave the Freedom new life and shortly after found the end zone with a Kristina Bellizzi run. The extra point was good but Erie held the lead 24-20 with under 7 minutes remaining. The Freedom attempted an onside kick that was successfully recovered. However, a fumble followed and Erie was able to ride out the remainder of the game to seal the victory.
The Freedom travels to rival New England Intensity this Saturday, April 28th. Kickoff is slated for 4pm at Hanlon FIeld, Medway High School, Medway, MA.
Do YOU think you have what it takes to be a Freedom player?
2012 Tryout Information
TRYOUTS:
Come to any Freedom practice to tryout. Contact Dave for details.
WHAT TO BRING:
• Photocopy of your medical insurance card
• Government-issued ID
• $50 one-time registration fee (non-refundable) which will credit toward 2012 Training Fees
DETAILS:
Football Combine Format - You will be indoors on TURF so dress appropriately. Be ready to run, pass, kick and learn some football! GO FREEDOM!
2012 New Player Recruiting & Registration has begun
The 2012 Manchester Freedom is excited to welcome New Player & Returning Veteran Registrations for the team.
There are new changes for the 2012 season which will include mandatory player registration requirements, which include a players packet that must be signed and copies returned to the team administrators before you can be allowed to practice.
Calendar Winners
Player Spotlight
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Q. Why did you want to play Women's Tackle Football?
A. I've wanted to play football since I was five years old and my big brother played pop-warner. I wanted to try out in high school, too, but my mom didn't want her 'babygirl' getting hurt!
Q. What have you enjoyed most about playing with the Freedom and what has been your most memorable moment?
A. I've enjoyed just playing the game and learning every year. Because I didn't grow up playing the game, I feel like I am continually learning how to better myself mentally and physically - I thrive on that challenge. I also love the comradery and teamwork of my teammates. They are not just my teammates but my now my friends. My favorite memory is when we played in Montreal and did a surprise onsides kick and marched down the field and scored in the first 5 minutes of the game. That was a few years ago and still today, Montreal is always prepared for an onsides kick!
Q. What are your goals for the 2012 season?
A. Win
Q. Which game are you looking forward to the most?
A. I am looking forward to each game for different reasons. I look forward to each game to better myself and for the team to get better each game.
Q. If you could trade places with a teammate, who would it be (and why)?
A. None
Q. What are your favorite activities outside of football?
A. I love anything outside ... hiking, trail runs, kayaking, camping etc. I also love to sit inside and read a good book for the better part of the day.
Freedom Featured in The Hippo - 1/5/12
Click here to read the article featured in the January 5, 2012 edition of The Hippo. Flip to pages 22 and 24 to read the article.
9 Freedom Players and a Coach Selected to 2011 IWFL All-Star Team
The following players were selected as Eastern Conference All-Stars for the 2011 Season. In addition, Maureen Reynolds was selected as MVP of the 2011 All-Star Game:
• Coach Jim Gallotto
• #7 Abby Pelletier, TE/OLB
• #11 Kim Boroyan, RB/OLB
• #23 Joy Burge, CB/RB
• #32 Jen Pirog, RB/LB
• #43 Tomi Gibson, DE/T
• #55 Tiana Liu, LB/RB
• #68 Maureen Reynolds, G
• #80 Jamie Naylor, QB/CB
• #99 Stacey Bellemore, MLB
Freedom featured on "Chronicle"
The Freedom are pleased to announce the airdate of Monday 5/23/2011 for the recently produced travel segment on Manchester, NH for WCVB's newsmagazine "Chronicle" (The sister program which airs on WMUR).
The featured piece was produced by Jason Potts who spent the evening with the team and will include player interviews with Jennifer Pirog & Kim Boroyan along with footage from practice that evening.
Click here to view the footage!
(Freedom segment begins at the 4:01 mark)
Pirog and Carignan represent the Freedom as part of Team USA
Click here to read the full article.
