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5v5 Intermediate – Update

5v5 Intermediate – Week 3 Recap

We’re now three weeks into the Spring 2025 campaign, and things are getting good.

Still C.R.A. and Bleue Dry are still top-tier teams, while Five Guys showed they’re serious as well with a dominant bounce-back win. FC Bing are able to put up points but still searching for consistency on defense, while Les Giants, despite a bye week, remain statistically flawless. For others like Montreal Mavericks, the climb is steep and the room for error is shrinking fast.

In addition to the action on the field, we caught up with Anthony Drysdale — one of the division’s top performers on both sides of the ball. In our interview, he shared insight into his mindset, and how he approaches being a playmaker every week.

Q: What part of your game do you think gives defenders or QBs the most trouble right now?

“I think the experience of playing for quite a while plays a factor — in-game reads, decision-making, adjustments — it leaves me unpredictable for other teams. I consider myself a physical player with reliable hands, and that versatility is where I create problems.”

Q: You’ve scored touchdowns, picked off passes, and made key stops— is there one play from this season you’re most proud of?

“I personally wouldn’t say so. I don’t like to reflect too much on the past unless it’s to learn from it. I’m more of an in-the-moment type of player. My main focus is on winning games. I’ve definitely made some spectacular, key plays — but I’m more proud of winning.”

Q: Who’s the toughest player — on offense or defense — you’ve had to line up against in FPF?

“Honestly, no one comes to mind. I’m used to playing on one team a season, but as I go up in divisions, I don’t take any game or player lightly. There’s an immense amount of talent throughout the league, so I just try to focus on my game and be as effective as I can against any matchup.”

Q: What first got you into flag football, and what keeps you coming back season after season?

“A good friend of mine had played himself. After that, he spread the word to me and the rest of our friends — we thought, why not try it out? So we put in a team, and here we are today. There’s no better feeling than coming together every week to play some football with your guys. Let alone the people you meet throughout the league — the community at FPF is 1 of 1.”

Q: If your teammates had to describe you in one word, what do you think they’d say — and why?

“Ah ha, my teammates would probably say that I’m a joy to play with. Win or lose, I always try to keep everyone in good spirits and in a positive mood. I can also be quite clumsy at times, so there are always some good laughs during our games.”

Q: Game day playlist — who’s always on it, and what song gets you locked in?

“OUF! I’m huge on music, especially on game day. I listen to practically every genre, so you never know what you’ll get if you ride with me. But a song that’s been on my rotation the most recently is Free Promo by Lil Baby.”

Q: Outside of flag, what’s one thing people might be surprised to learn about you?

“I’m more or less the same outside of football. I’m always open to lending a hand to a teammate. I’m also a good listener — even if it’s just an ear — I like to know that everyone is doing good.”

Now back to the Week 3 action — here’s how each team fared and what’s next in the division…

Still C.R.A. (3–1)

Wins: 29–28 vs FC Bing, 44–28 vs Ambush
A team that played twice in Week 3, Still C.R.A. emerged with two wins and a lot of praise. Ryan Kharouf threw for 488 yards and 10 touchdowns across both games and now sits second in the division in both yardage (958) and TDs (18). In the win over FC Bing, he overcame three interceptions by staying aggressive and confident.

Against Ambush, it all came together — six touchdown passes, zero sacks, and a near-flawless offensive rhythm. Jean-Samuel Cournoyer was electric in his debut, posting 140 yards and 3 touchdowns on 7 catches. Nirosh Suresh and Alexandre Bachaalani continue to be crucial components of the aerial attack, combining for 256 yards and 3 scores this week.

Defensively, this team has improved. Sacha Saint-Amand, Thomas G-Lajoie, and Samuel Emilio Pelchat all recorded interceptions, while Gerry Vincent wreaked havoc with 4 sacks against FC Bing. The pass rush and turnover generation are trending upward — a scary sign for the rest of the division.

Bleue Dry (3–0)

Win: 34–18 vs Five Guys
Coming off a bye, Bleue Dry wasted no time reminding the league that they’re a title favorite. Backup QB Zacharie Quiviger went 21-of-27 for 197 yards and 3 TDs, running the offense with poise and precision. Charles Cossette, already one of the most consistent receivers in FPF, was simply dominant — 11 receptions, 117 yards, and 3 touchdowns. His route-running and hands remain elite.

But the defense is what made this win especially convincing. Yvan Desjardins and Didier Brisebois combined for four interceptions (two each), with Brisebois scoring on one of them. They held Five Guys to just 18 points despite that team averaging over 35 per game. This was Bleue Dry at their most complete: efficient offense, aggressive defense, and strong playmaking on both sides of the ball. Their next big test will come when they face another elite offense like Les Giants or Still C.R.A.

Five Guys (3–1)

Loss: 18–34 vs Bleue Dry
Win: 46–19 vs Montreal Mavericks
Five Guys endured a tale of two games this week. In their Tuesday night clash with Bleue Dry, QB Jared Buck struggled for the first time all season, throwing 4 interceptions — three of them coming in the first half. Mathieu Lepage still managed 109 yards and 2 TDs, but it wasn’t enough to keep up with Bleue Dry’s dynamic offense.

Fast-forward to Sunday, and Five Guys looked rejuvenated. Buck rebounded with a stellar 296-yard, 6-touchdown performance against the Mavericks. The distribution of the ball was excellent — Ryan Vanslet, Danny D’Amour, Caleb Willms, and James Nguyen all caught touchdowns. Lepage remains the league’s top receiver, leading in both yards (502) and touchdowns (10).

On defense, Nguyen and Vanslet both grabbed interceptions, and Chris Cione was a quiet but effective contributor with three pass deflections. The key for Five Guys moving forward is consistency — when they’re in rhythm, they can outscore anyone.

Ambush (2–1)

Loss: 28–44 vs Still C.R.A.
Ambush suffered their first loss of the season, and while the offense held its own, the defense struggled to contain Kharouf’s passing attack. Dante Gerardi had 241 yards and 4 TDs but also threw 3 interceptions, two of which came in key second-half moments— Drysdale added 2 more touchdowns to bring his season total to 9.

Drysdale’s impact on both sides of the ball has been immense. He leads the division in interceptions (3), is third in receiving TDs, and continues to make game-altering plays week after week. The defense as a unit, however, allowed 44 points and couldn’t do enough to slow down Still C.R.A. They’ll need to tighten up on that side of the ball to stay among the top-tier teams.

FC Bing (0–4)

Loss: 28–29 vs Still C.R.A.
You can call them the best winless team in the division. FC Bing was one play away from beating Still C.R.A. but couldn’t get the stop they needed late. Marc-André Senécal had his best outing so far, going 13-for-25 for 192 yards and 4 TDs, showing much more control and decisiveness in his throws.

The real story, though, was Mohammed Boukaftane, who torched the defense for 185 yards and 3 touchdowns. He now ranks 4th in the league in receiving yards despite the team’s struggles. Charles Vuong remains a two-way force — he scored a TD, made six tackles, and grabbed an interception.

There’s still a path for FC Bing to be competitive, but they’ll need to clean up their defensive assignments and execute better in crunch time.

Montreal Mavericks (0–2)

Loss: 19–46 vs Five Guys
The Mavericks made some progress on offense this week, scoring 19 points. Their defense simply couldn’t stop Five Guys. They allowed six passing touchdowns and were routinely outmatched in coverage.

This is a team still adjusting to the pace and structure of Intermediate play. They may have a tough road ahead.

Les Giants (2–0)

Bye Week
Les Giants didn’t take the field in Week 3 but remain one of the most dangerous squads in the division. Marc-André Reeves boasts a perfect 158.3 QB rating, and weapons like Gab Couture, Denis Martel, and Marvin Renaud have made quick work of opposing secondaries. Their defense has already recorded 6 INTs through 2 games, led by Marvin Renaud and Vincent Richard.

Week 4 will be important to see if they can maintain this elite level— especially now that teams like Bleue Dry and Still C.R.A. have hit midseason form.

Statistical Leaders – Through Week 3

Quarterbacks

  • Passing Yards: Jared Buck (Five Guys) – 1,044
  • Touchdowns: Jared Buck – 21, Ryan Kharouf (Still C.R.A.) – 18
  • Best QBR: Marc-André Reeves (Les Giants) – 158.3

Receivers

  • Receiving Yards: Mathieu Lepage (Five Guys) – 502
  • Receiving TDs: Lepage – 10, Drysdale – 9, Suresh – 8
  • Yards per Catch (min 5 rec.): Boukaftane – 20.1

Defenders

  • Interceptions: Drysdale (Ambush), Desjardins (Bleue Dry) – 3 each
  • Sacks: Gerry Vincent (Still C.R.A.) – 4
  • Pick Sixes: Brisebois (Bleue Dry), Vanslet (Five Guys) – 1 each

What’s Next?

  • Can Les Giants stay perfect? They’ll return from a bye and face a hungry opponent.
  • Bleue Dry vs Still C.R.A. is looming as a must-watch battle between high-powered offenses.
  • Will FC Bing finally break through? With Senécal and Boukaftane catching fire, their first win might be closer than it seems.