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Triangles Dominate Reapers 36-6 in a Show of Force at Home With an unrelenting ground attack and stifling defense, Eric Helmick’s Triangles secure their eighth straight win, cruising toward a postseason juggernaut status. In a game that might as well have been a training exercise for the Triangles, Dayton’s own team delivered a merciless beatdown of the hapless Reapers last Sunday. The final score—36 to 6—doesn’t just reflect victory; it screams domination. As the Triangles clinched their division some games back, this Week 16 contes... Jared Despard · Dayton Post · 12/22/1985
Bulldogs Unleash Ruthless Domination in Season Finale, Smother Freak Power 40-9 In a game where expectations were modest at best, Louis Runyon's Bulldogs steamrolled Freak Power, capping their season with a commanding victory that was as emphatic as it was no-nonsense. The Bulldogs, under the steely guidance of head coach Louis Runyon, sent a stark message in Week 16 of the 1985 season, dismantling Freak Power 40-9 in a display that was as thorough as it was merciless. This wasn’t just a win—it was a statement, an emphatic flourish to a middling season that saw the Bulldogs finish... Dillon Thacker · Cynon Ledger · 12/22/1985
Bulldogs Dominate Generals with Tactical Precision in 20-3 Victory Louis Runyon's Bulldogs leverage strategic execution and special teams supremacy to control the game against Jack Reina's Generals. In Week 15 of the 1985 regular season, the Bulldogs traveled to face the playoff-bound Generals and executed a textbook game plan that neutralized their opponents throughout. Under the leadership of Head Coach Louis Runyon, the Bulldogs secured a decisive 20-3 victory, underscoring the importance of special teams an... Efren Krueger · Cynon Ledger · 12/15/1985
Triangles Secure 21-8 Victory Over Scorpions in Week 15 Dayton, OH — The Triangles extended their winning streak to seven games with a 21-8 road win against the Scorpions on December 15 at the Scorpions' home turf. Both teams had clinched their respective divisions entering Week 15, but the Triangles' undefeated 6-0 division record under Coach Eric Helmick was further so... William Church · Dayton Post · 12/15/1985
Bulldogs Edge Blaze 6-3 in Defensive Struggle Aberdare home team secures narrow victory in low-scoring Week 14 matchup The Bulldogs secured a 6-3 victory over the Blaze on December 8, 1985, at Aberdare, bringing their season record to 6-8 and improving to 1-3 in the division under head coach Louis Runyon. The game was dominated by defense and special teams, with neither offense consistently able to move the ball into scoring range.... Robert Wake · Cynon Ledger · 12/08/1985
Efficiency and Defense Propel Triangles to a 20-3 Victory Over Breakers Triangles extend win streak to six while maintaining perfect division record with disciplined offensive and defensive performance. Numbers defined the Triangles’ 20-3 home win over the Breakers in Week 14 of the 1985 regular season, reinforcing Dayton’s status as a dominant force in the division. With a 12-2 record, a flawless 6-0 division mark, and a six-game winning streak, the Triangles under head coach Eric Helmick displayed a masterclass i... Brian Zeigler · Dayton Post · 12/08/1985
Bulldogs Crushed Under Triangles’ Ruthless Domination in Week 12 Louis Runyon's Bulldogs were steamrolled 32-10 by the Triangles, exposing glaring flaws and dooming any faint playoff hopes. In what can only be described as a brutal display of football dominance, the Bulldogs found themselves completely outmatched by the Triangles on their home turf this Sunday. The final scoreboard—Triangles 32, Bulldogs 10—reflects not just a loss, but a thorough dismantling that leaves few positives for Louis Runyon'... Dillon Thacker · Cynon Ledger · 11/24/1985
Helmick’s Triangles Dominate Bulldogs Behind Tactical Precision and Explosive Plays In Week 12 action, coach Eric Helmick’s Triangles executed a balanced offensive scheme and opportunistic defense to secure a commanding 32-10 victory over the Bulldogs. The Triangles continued their dominance in the 1985 regular season, extending their winning streak to four games and solidifying their division lead with a decisive 32-10 home win over the Bulldogs. Under head coach Eric Helmick, Dayton exhibited a well-balanced tactical approach that maximized their offensive stren... John Chiv · Dayton Post · 11/24/1985
Bulldogs Dominate Mud Dogs with Balanced Attack and Tactical Precision Aberdare's Bulldogs secure a commanding 28-3 victory over the Mud Dogs, showcasing effective ground game, strategic adjustments, and stout defense under Coach Louis Runyon. In a Week 11 clash at home, the Bulldogs under Louis Runyon executed a thoroughly controlled game plan to dispatch the struggling Mud Dogs 28-3, inching closer to a winning season and quelling any hopes their visitors had of a late surge. From the opening quarter, Runyon’s emphasis on establishing the ground game an... Efren Krueger · Cynon Ledger · 11/17/1985
Bulldogs Struggle to Capitalize as Generals Edge Out 20-13 Win A tightly contested Week 10 matchup sees the Bulldogs falter on turnovers and drop their second consecutive game under Coach Louis Runyon. The Bulldogs, carrying a 4-5 record into this crucial Week 10 clash, hoped returning home under the guidance of Coach Louis Runyon to break their losing streak. Instead, despite flashes of offensive firepower and defensive resilience, the Bulldogs fell 20-13 to the division-leading Generals, extending their losing s... Alan Johnson · Cynon Ledger · 11/10/1985
Triangles Dominate with Tactical Precision in 11-0 Shutout over Blaze Eric Helmick’s unit capitalizes on strategic execution and stout defense to extend division lead. In a game defined by defensive stoutness and tactical discipline, the Triangles secured a crucial 11-0 victory against the struggling Blaze on the road this Sunday. Head Coach Eric Helmick’s game plan emphasized ball control and a grind-it-out ground attack, which the team executed effectively, stifling the Blaze of... John Chiv · Dayton Post · 11/10/1985
Triangles Edge Yucca Man 17-10, Dominating on Defense and Special Teams Dayton’s Triangles extend division dominance to 5-0 with stout defense and efficient kicking in Week 9 victory. Numbers tell a clear story from this tightly contested 17-10 victory for the Triangles at Yucca Man’s home turf. The Triangles improved to 7-2 overall and an unblemished 5-0 in their division, continuing their impressive campaign under head coach Eric Helmick. Meanwhile, Yucca Man fell further behind in the standing... Brian Zeigler · Dayton Post · 11/03/1985
Bulldogs Fall Just Short Against Division-Leading Scorpions in Tactical Battle Despite a strong defensive performance and creative play-calling, Louis Runyon's Bulldogs drop a close 27-24 decision to Lee Flores' Scorpions in Week 9 action. In a hard-fought encounter emblematic of the tight race within the division, the Bulldogs hosted the top-ranked Scorpions on November 3, 1985, falling narrowly by a 27-24 margin. The contest, characterized by aggressive defensive scheming and strategic special teams play, illustrated the tactical chess match unfoldi... Efren Krueger · Cynon Ledger · 11/03/1985
Triangles Stumble in Nail-Biter Against Shock, Fall 16-15 on the Road A razor-thin loss leaves Dayton’s Triangles reeling, but their playoff grip remains ironclad despite back-to-back defeats. The Dayton Triangles' bid to extend their winning streak came up agonizingly short Saturday night as they fell to the Shock 16-15 in a gritty, defense-driven clash at Shock Stadium. Despite the loss, the Triangles, under Coach Eric Helmick’s command, still hold steady atop the division with a pristine 4-0 record wit... Jared Despard · Dayton Post · 10/27/1985
Bulldogs Deliver Big Road Victory Over Ironmen, 25-13, Staying Alive in Division Race Fred Celestine's explosive passing and James Martinez's electrifying runs powered the Bulldogs as they handed the Ironmen their third straight loss. Aberdare's Bulldogs walked away from Ironmen Stadium on October 27th with a hard-fought 25-13 victory over a divisional rival that had looked like it might slip away late in the first quarter. After an off week that had the team reevaluating its approach, Louis Runyon’s squad showed renewed energy and focus, deliver... Alan Johnson · Cynon Ledger · 10/27/1985