August 3, 2001- The Black Knights and Dragons would meet in BFL Bowl IV. And the Black Knights cruised into this game with and undefeated season and a playoff win over the Gamblers. In his 2nd straight trip to the BFL Bowl, John was set to bring home his second trophy in 2 years.

The Dragons came into the game defeating the undefeated Sparrows in the playoffs and would attempt to win his first BFL Bowl in his 3rd attempt. However, to win it, Rich would have to over come the Black Knights, at team that Rich was 0-3 against lifetime!

The stage was set, the field was painted and it was a gorgeous evening for football. With two of the most balanced teams in the league going at it, the game saw some strong defense early on. Both teams had to shake off the jitters as the game was 3-3 early on. But, soon the game opened up for some phenomenal catches. The two teams each began exchanging touchdowns lead by quarterback Howie "Gogo" and his arm.

With the score tied at 24, the Black Knights moved the ball to the goal line. John would manage to take a 31-24 lead into the half with a last second touchdown.

At the half, Jason of the Melody was honored with the 2001 MVP "Gogo" award.

To begin the third, the two teams came out with much more intensity. The Dragons would tie the score up on a long completion from Howie Gogo.

The trend continued as neither defense could stop the opposing offense from scoring. It would have to come down to a mistake. Late in the 4th, the Dragons were about to tie the score up at 49 when Rich dropped the extra point. However, the with a two point conversion later on, the Dragons and Black Knights would remain tied as regulation expired and the score 66-66 sending the 2nd straight BFL Bowl to OT.

In overtime, both teams picked up their defense. The two teams both batted down ball after ball. And neither team would score on their first possession, sending the game into double overtime. John would soon take a lead of 2 with a quick 2 play drive, 68-66.

The Dragons then went into the endzone and caught a 3 pointer over the diving arms of John to win his first ever BFL Championship, 69-68 in double overtimeThe Dragons won their first BFL Bowl in 3 attempts and defeated the Black Knights for the first time in their history in one of the closest games in BFL history!

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