Previous features can be found linked from the left-hand column. To find this year's version of the Pacific Lutheran football team look no further than their next opponent, the Bethel Royals, whom they will face in the first round of the NCAA playoffs this Saturday afternoon. The resemblance comes in a high-powered offense, relying partly on misdirection and trickery, an underrated defense, and a love for each other that stems from a love of the game of football.
Faith plays a big part in the way they play.
That Bethel is predominantly Baptist and PLU is predominantly Lutheran is no matter. I want them to be out there and enjoy playing. The closeness of this group really blesses us. Much like the Lutes form a chain with their hand-holding as they come off the field, the Royals do the same in their huddles. When they come out on offense, sophomore quarterback Scott Kirchoff takes command.