San Diego Women’s Football All-Decade Team (2010-2019)

As Women's Football get set to make its long awaited return, we take a look back at some of the greatest local players we had the blessing and honor of watching perform over the last 10 years. We want to thank them for their hard work and sacrifice while wishing the utmost success to those who are continuing their careers this season.

Weekend Recap: USD's Agnew drafted by Lions, Surge suffers first-ever home loss, Stars edge Phoenix

PHILADELPHIA, PA - With their fifth-round pick (165th overall) of the 2017 NFL Draft, the Detroit Lions selected former University of San Diego cornerback Jamal Agnew, making him only the second player in USD history to be selected in the draft. Quarterback Josh Johnson was also taken in the fifth round in 2008.

Agnew finished his USD career as the program's all-time leader in passes defended with 59. In 44 career games for the Toreros, the Point Loma High alum totaled 148 tackles (118 solo), with 12.5 tackles for loss, 1 fumble recovery and 11 interceptions.

Special Thanks

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Seven North County Stars named 2016 IWFL All-Stars

Top: RB Leslie Hubbell, RB Adriana Bush, OT Kacey Grierson, LB Mercedes Tyler

Bottom: LB Knengi Martin, DE Patricia McClain, CB Katie Ott

The Independent Women's Football League (IWFL) unveiled its 2016 All-Star Teams, selected by league delegates, players and coaches.

We would like to congratulate the seven North County Stars who were chosen to represent the West in the upcoming IWFL All-Star Game in Charlotte, North Carolina. The game takes place on Saturday July 23rd as part of the 2016 IWFL Championship Weekend.

The Stars completed their most successful campaign in the team's three-year history, finishing with a 6-2 record and winners of their final three outings.

North County Stars cruise past Phoenix to complete landmark season

Image Credit: Michael Burmy

FALLBROOK, CA (06/11/2016) The North County Stars (6-2) had a season to remember, as it ends with a convincing victory over the visiting Phoenix Phantomz (2-6).

Much like the previous meeting between these teams, the game started out close with North County holding on a 14-8 lead at the end of the first quarter, but the Stars pulled away with 30 unanswered points to secure a team-record sixth win.

The Stars not only ended the 2016 campaign on a three-game win streak, but also a third straight game where their opponent was held scoreless in the second half.

North County Stars set to host the final game of its historic season

Running Backs Leslie Hubbell (#31) & Adriana Bush (#43) leads North County's ground attack.

Independent Women's Football League

North County Stars (5-2) vs. Phoenix Phantomz (2-5)

Fallbrook High School (Fallbrook, CA)

Saturday, June 11, 2016 @ 6:00 p.m. PT

Series History

First Meeting: June 7, 2014 - Phoenix 76, Stars 28 (1st scheduled meeting was forfeited)

Previous Meeting: May 28, 2016 - Stars 26, Phoenix 12

Phoenix leads the all-time series 4-1

Breakdown

Fresh off a bye week after three straight road games, the North County Stars return home this Saturday to play what will most likely be the final game of its most successful season in team history.

They'll be facing off against the Phoenix Phantomz, who is looking to snap a three-game losing streak that includes a 26-12 loss to the Stars on May 28th. 

It was a tight first half, but North County pulled away with 12 unanswered points in the fourth quarter to secure their first-ever win over the franchise from the Grand Canyon State.

“I think it's going to be a tough fought battle,” said Stars' play-maker Knengi Martin, who leads the IWFL in tackles and tackles for loss. 

“They believe they're a team that's capable of hanging with us for four quarters. So it's up to us to be prepared for what they're going to bring, and come ready to fight every single play.”

Women's Football: Second half shutout helps Stars put away Phoenix

Image Credit: Michael Burmy

PHOENIX, AZ (05/28/2016) Winners of four of its last five games, the North County Stars (5-2) completed a three-game road slate after overcoming a tough effort from the Phoenix Phantomz (2-4).

The 26-12 victory gives the Stars an opportunity to finish their historic regular season on a three-game winning streak when these teams face off again on June 11th.

Women's Football: Stars use big second half to dominate Sacramento

SACRAMENTO, CA (05/21/2016) With the help of a ground attack that accounted for more than 150 yards and two touchdowns, the North County Stars (4-2) rolled to a 32-7 victory over the Sacramento Sirens (1-4) Saturday evening in Hughes Stadium at Sacramento City College.

After Sacramento drew first blood and led 7-0 at the end of the first quarter, North County answered back to force a 7-7 tie at the half.

The second half was dominated by the Stars, who completed the game on a 25-0 scoring run.

Weekend Recap: Enforcers top LAPD to finish regular season undefeated, Stars fall at Carson

MISSION HILLS, CA (05/14/2016) After holding off the LAPD Centurions (3-2) in their regular season finale Saturday evening, the San Diego Enforcers (5-0) earned the right to host the 2016 NPSFL National Championship on June 18th.

It will be their fourth appearance in the last five seasons.

The 19-12 victory gives the Enforcers their third straight Western Division crown while extending their winning streak over the LAPD to seven games.

The site and time of the national title game will also be announced on a later date.

Women's Football: North County Stars outmuscle Bakersfield

Adriana Bush (#43) & Leslie Hubbell (#31) rushed for North County's first three touchdowns against Bakersfield.

ESCONDIDO, CA (05/07/2016) For the second time this season, the North County Stars (3-1) needed just one half of football to defeat the Bakersfield Bombers (0-3).

Adriana Bush led all rushers with 252 yards and two scores to propel the Stars to a 27-0 victory Saturday evening.

When these teams met in week one, North County got off to a 26-0 lead before the game was called off early in the third quarter due to lightning.

This time it was multiple injuries suffered by the Bombers that put an end to this game during halftime.

Women's Football: Stars put away Nevada with late touchdown run

Graphic courtesy of Micheal Burmy

FALLBROOK, CA (04/30/2016) Trailing 40-38 with the ball on the goal line, blockers led the way for quarterback Jane "Redd" Brinkman as she dove into the end zone for the game-winning touchdown.

A successful two-point conversion gave the North County Stars (2-1) a 46-40 lead with 26.1 seconds left to play, but an interception sealed the victory over the visiting Nevada Storm (0-3).

2016 Women's Football Preseason Preview: North County Stars

Quick Hits

Location: North San Diego County, CA

Team Colors: Red, White, & Blue

League: Independent Women's Football League

Conference: Pacific

Head Coach: Calvin McClain (3rd Season, 4-9)

Social Media: Facebook / Twitter / Instagram

2015 Record: 2-5 (3rd in Pacific West)

The North County Stars ended last season on a positive note, winning its final two games following an 0-5 start.

With a crop of new talent joining the team that includes perennial All-Americans with national championship experience, the Stars are primed to have a huge turn-around this year.

Six North County Stars named IWFL All-Stars

The Independent Women's Football League released their 2015 All-Star teams and six members of the North County Stars made the cut.

These players will represent the Western Conference in the IWFL All-Star Game that takes place on Saturday, July 25th in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Kickoff is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time, which is 7:00 a.m. Pacific.

The Stars completed their sophomore campaign with a 2-5 record, and winners of the last two games of the season.

Women's Football: Surge falls at Central Cal, Stars end their season victorious

Women's Football Alliance

Central Cal War Angels (5-2) 23 

SAN DIEGO SURGE (7-1) 14 

FINAL

DELANO, CA (06/13/2015) Down 14-17 with 2:09 left to play, any hope of a game-winning drive for the Surge ended immediately after Melissa Gallegos' pass was intercepted. The War Angels followed up their game-saving play with a touchdown to seal the win.

The stunning defeat marks only the second time the Surge dropped a regular season contest. The first took place in 2013 when they lost a 40-18 decision to the Sacramento Sirens. 

A win in this game could have clinched the number one seed and homefield advantage in the upcoming playoffs, but now they must wait for the updated Massey Ratings to find out where they'll be seeded.

Enforcers knock off LAPD 24-10 to earn NPSFL championship bid

CATHEDRAL CATHOLIC (05/30/2015) For the third time in four seasons, the San Diego Enforcers will be competing in the NPSFL National Championship Game after defeating the Los Angeles Centurions 24-10 Saturday evening.

The Enforcers have now won six straight games over the Centurions and will end their 2015 regular season schedule at 5-0. With the loss, the Centurions finish their season at 4-2.

Looking for their second NPSFL title in team history, the Enforcers will have four weeks to prepare for the Charlotte Cobras (4-0), who will host the championship game on June 20th.

This will be the third all-time meeting between the two teams with the series tied at 1-1. The last meeting took place during the 2013 season with the Cobras claiming a 17-9 win at Balboa Stadium. The first meeting in 2010 was a defensive battle that resulted in the Enforcers escaping Charlotte with a 10-0 victory.

San Diego Football Weekend Recap

Photo Credit: Jessica Smith

Much like Floyd Mayweather after his unanimous decision win over Manny Pacquiao, the San Diego Enforcers and San Diego Surge are still undefeated. The Chargers also completed their 2015 NFL Draft while some former local prep and collegiate standouts received a shot at the big leagues.

National Public Safety Football League

San Diego Enforcers (4-0) 15, New York's Finest (1-1) 14.

QUEENS, NY - The Enforcers' trip to the Big Apple was a huge success after squeaking out a 15-14 victory over the defending NPSFL national champion NYPD. It was the first time in 43 years that the NYPD was defeated at home by a team from outside of New York. Tied for first place in the NPSFL, a win over the LAPD Centurions on May 30th will clinch their second straight appearance in the national title game.

San Diego Football Saturday 05/02/2015

Surge DB Sonfre Roberson is having a Super Season so far with three interceptions (two returned for TDs) in two games.

On the day Manny Pacquiao and Floyd "Money" Mayweather finally meet in the boxing ring for their much anticipated title fight, three local football programs will hit the gridiron looking to increase their positions in their respective league's standings.

National Public Safety Football League

San Diego Enforcers (3-0) at New York's Finest (1-0)

Bayside High School (Queens, NY) 10:30 a.m. PT

We begin with the Enforcers looking to keep their undefeated streak intact as they travel to the Big Apple for a grudge match of the 2014 NPSFL Championship, where they were defeated 37-14. The NYPD open it's league schedule coming off a 21-14 win over the Long Island Panthers. This will be the third meeting between the two teams with the NYPD leading the series 2-0.

Women's Football Saturday Results

Surge RB/LB Jessica Springer (#46) found the endzone four times against the Sin City Sun Devils.

Women's Football Alliance

San Diego Surge (2-0) 54, Sin City Sun Devils (0-1) 12.

LAS VEGAS, NV (04/18/2015) Jessica Springer notched four touchdown runs as the San Diego Surge ended their trip to Vegas with another blowout win. 

The tone was set early by all-purpose playmaker Deana Guidry, who scored off a 65-yard punt return and followed it up with a touchdown pass from Melissa Gallegos to give the Surge a 14-0 lead. After three consecutive scores by Springer, fellow running back Alexis Synder added two more endzone visits to her season stats.

The Surge went up 47-0 before the Sun Devils put up 12 points off two touchdowns in the fourth quarter. After a well-deserved bye week, the Surge return home on Saturday, May 2nd to host the Arizona Assassins.

Women's Football Saturday 4/18/15

The San Diego Surge (1-0) opened the 2015 season with a 73-31 win over the Pacific Warriors.

Independent Women's Football League

North County Stars (0-1) vs. Phoenix Phantomz (0-0)

Fallbrook High School (Fallbrook, CA) 6:00 p.m. PT

After opening the season with a tough road loss to the California Quake, the Stars hope to begin their 2015 home schedule with better results. This will be the regular-season opener for the Phantomz, who owns a 2-0 lead in the all-time series against the Stars.

2015 Women's Football Preseason Preview: North County Stars

Photo Credit: North County Stars

Quick Hits

Location: North San Diego County, CA

Team Colors: Red, White, & Blue

League: Independent Women's Football League

Conference: Western

Division: Pacific West

Championships: None

Head Coach: Calvin McClain (2nd Season)

Official Website: www.northcountystars.com

2014 Recap: 2-4 (Finished 3rd in Pacific West)

After the San Diego Sting folded prior to the 2014 season, the Stars emerged to take it's place as the North County's women's football franchise. Despite big time play from running back Denise "Tommy" Thomas and a highly productive offensive line, the Stars ended their inaugural season with just two wins, both at the expense of the Tucson Monsoon.