The Wranglers enter this matchup coming off their first win of 2023. Before the bye week, Northern Arizona reverted to what fans were used to seeing from the team at home in their previous season. The Wranglers earned a victory in thrilling fashion, defeating the Vegas Knight Hawks. Similarly, to the start of the 2022 season, the Wranglers appeared to be a much improved and re-energized team between games one and two.
 
The Wranglers currently hold a 1-1 record during the 2023 season and aim to knock down the Strike Force on Pinnacle Bank Field at the Findlay Toyota Center. The Strike Force currently stand with a 1-2 record on the season. Both the Strike Force and Wranglers lone win in 2023, is when playing against the Vegas Knight Hawks. Last week the Strike Force managed to defeat the Knight Hawks with a hard-fought one-point victory. During this matchup between Vegas and San Diego, the Knight Hawks were without Head Coach Mike Davis and starting quarterback Daquan Neal.
 
The Wranglers offense made great strides between game one and game two. Quarterback Garrett Kettle notched his first win as a starter and looked impressive as a composed passer. Kettle showcased more of his arm talent in his second IFL game, as he threw for 138 yards and three touchdowns. All three of Kettle's passing touchdowns were caught by Wranglers wide receiver Ramaud Chiaokhiao-Bowman, who was named the IFL Offensive Player of the Week. The Wranglers defense also took a major step forward, forcing their first two turnovers of the season. These turnovers were both interceptions in their last game, courtesy of defensive backs Kishawn Walker and Dorian Walker.
 
The Wranglers aim to continue their season with a win, and another step forward against a 1-2 Strike Force squad. The matchup should provide another hard-fought game for Northern Arizona. Will the Wranglers earn their second consecutive win with a victory at home? Come watch the Wranglers on Pinnacle Bank Field at the Findlay Toyota Center to find out! Details on how to get tickets will be included at the end of this game preview below.

The Northern Arizona Wranglers 2023 home games, with dates, matchups, and results are listed below.
 
Saturday, March 25th, 6:05 P.M. vs Duke City Gladiators        LOSS, 43-35
 
Saturday, April 1st, 6:05 P.M. vs Vegas Knight Hawks              WIN, 48-42
 
Sunday, April 16th, 3:05 P.M. vs San Diego Strike Force
 
Saturday, May 13th, 6:05 P.M. vs Bay Area Panthers
 
Saturday, June 3rd, 6:05 P.M. vs Arizona Rattlers
 
Saturday, June 17th, 6:05 P.M. vs Frisco Fighters
 
Saturday, June 24th, 6:05 P.M. vs Tucson Sugar Skulls
 
Saturday, July 8th, 6:05 P.M. vs Massachusetts Pirates
 
Season tickets for your 2022 IFL National Champions, the Northern Arizona Wranglers, are on sale now for the 2023 regular season.
 
You can check our website, nazwranglers.com, for a seating map of the Findlay Toyota Center, and pricing breakdown. This is located under the Season Tickets tab on the homepage.
 
For any Season Ticket inquiries, call us at 928-379-5581
 
You can also email emaleighwalter@nazwranglers.com
 
Single game tickets are available NOW! Purchase individual game tickets at the Findlay Toyota Center Box Office or through the link below.
 
https://www.ticketmaster.com/northern-arizona-wranglers-tickets/artist/2769030
 
 
 
 
Written by: Tucker Welch
Edited by: Ed Cole