OPENING NIGHT OF 2026 SEASON GOES DOWN TO THE WIRE

With the VFLL starting later than normal this season due to late registrations and a delayed draft, we opened the season two weeks later than normal but the season opener didn't disappoint!

With rosters much different than in previous seasons, the season opener between the Turf Monsters and Phantom was a much anticipated event. Would the young Monsters mature into a contender from the get-go? Would the new and improved Phantom better their (5-43) regular season record over the past 3 seasons.

Answer... "yes" to both!

The Turf Monsters led most of the game dominating face-offs and using their legs to outrun many of the Phantom. The Phantom controlled the first 10 minutes of the 4th quarter and that was enough to take the 1 goal victory over the Monsters.

VFLL Players of the Game:
Turf Monsters: Ayden McDonald
Phantom: Mason Lo