The 2009 Serbian National Guard

Article guest written by former SFL Quarterback and current Head Coach of Florida Atlantic Football, Frank "Cap Rooney" Garofalo

As The Serbian National Guards Draft Day Concludes here is a scouting report and draft recap.

Pick 1 - Vinny Alestra
Pick 2 - Glen Trovato
Pick 3 - Craig Maturro
Pick 4 - Kevin (Rights Traded To Brett For Shane "Shug" Filomena)
Pick 5 - Morgan (Rights Traded To Brett for Joe Stefurak)
Pick 6 - Steve Farley

Draft Grade - B+

There are some familiar faces on the SNG for the third year in a row. While their offensive system has been known to allow almost anyone succeed, will they finally get over the hump and win the big game? New Playmakers like Stefurak and Filomena bode well for those chances. Glenn Trovato Brings a pass rush that former Linebacker Dominic Giamis never could do aswell as Sal.

Now for the player reports...

Vincent Alestra - DB/WR
Solid Cornerback skills with abover average recieving ability. Known to not open his mouth and easily get back with his girlfriend, Vinny creates the biggest matchup problems for opposing defenses. He has big strong hands (?) and can make plays in traffic. Should Have started over Gatto on defense last year.

Glencent Trovato LB/?
While hes been known to hook up with girls who arent exactly good looking, Glenn is a much better linebacker than former SNG player Dominic Giaimis. Brings a good pass rush from the strong side and doesn't really have a position on offense. Being creative with Glen's ability on defense should be the key to the Guards winning chances

Craig Maturro RB/LB/S/Defensive MidfieldA four year varisty letterman Craig slips to the bottom of the third round due to concerns about how much longer he can bring it. After reconciling a once great friendship and carpool this summer I am confident Craig, and his signature steel toe boots, will come to life on the new turf surface. Arguably the most talented player in the league, the Guard gets a steal.

Shane "Sugar Ray Leonard Robinson Knight Leinart Favre" Filomena WR/RB/LB/Back-up QBDuring the summer it looked as if Shane was a surefire first round pick. Once I left for Boca things changed. Shane lost his swagg and it's still up for debate if he can get it back. He hasn't hooked up with one girl since I've moved here, and that obviously will effect his preformace. A once dominant pass rusher with great sarcasm has been no where to be found. Can he get his pitch back? Or will he bust prematurely? Shane could be an XFactor if he returns to form

Joe Stefurak Slot WR/H-Back
The fastest and most athletic player in the SFL has recently had his sexuality in question by the likes of seniors 07 on his facebook. However Gay or not Joes playmaking ability out of the slot is unquestioned. Joe provides a safety blanket and precise route running that will be big in the red zone and third downs. Look for Joe to flirt with 50 receptions 850 yards and possibly opposing players.


Steve Farely RB/Sneaky Linebacker
There was once a point where no one really knew how to use Farlz, then came "the Run" and the rest was history. Best used in the run-option attack Farleys dangerous out of the backfield as both a runner and a passer, if hes drunk and has a whistle, forget about it. Off-field distractions such as his invovlement in the Eric Uncle Luke Collins case makes me wonder if Farley will be focused enough to produce this season

Dan Lubarda Team Captain* QB/LB
The only true dual threat QB in the leaugue (I know theres others, Fuck Them) Dan looks for his best season yet with a now stellar defense for support. With innaccuracy lapses seem to plauge him at one time he will likely rely heavily on his run game with his ailing hip. A full offseason with SFL legend John Vansan may be the recipe for a breakout passing year..(?) A grizzled veteran in this league now this may be Dans last chance at a ring and winning back Alisa.