On a beautiful Wednesday night, the Warsaw Tigers Unified Flag Football team battled the Homestead Spartans in a thrilling matchup that ended with the Spartans scoring the go-ahead touchdown with 12.2 seconds remaining and thus escaping with a 44-41 victory. Yohannes Schmitt was a dynamic force on the field, playing a role in at least five of the Tigers’ touchdowns to keep his team in striking distance all evening. One of the game’s most electric moments came early in the second half when Mason Anderson sprinted 55 yards untouched into the end zone, followed by Nathan Nette charging in for the extra point. On defense, Ben "King Shark" Slabach delivered a miraculous flag pull to stop what looked like a guaranteed Spartans touchdown run, sparking cheers from the crowd. Meanwhile, Lillian Jarrett brought relentless pressure on the Homestead quarterbacks, wreaking havoc like an NFL linebacker. Offensively, Drew Jones, Timmy Yeager, Ari Harmon, and Brahdee Taylor all contributed to crucial scoring opportunities, helping to fuel the Tigers’ fast-paced attack. Though the Tigers fell just short, the game was packed with highlights, making it an unforgettable night for players and fans alike. The Tigers will be back in action September 3rd when they host the Manchester Squires. Kickoff is at 6pm.