Most players from the semi-pro Northwest Football League have long since put away their gear, returning to the weight room to prepare for another grinding season come springtime. I'm blessed to have a great group of guys that have made every effort possible to make it what it is. We're looking forward to having a chance to play for the national title. Today, they'll take another step in that direction when they face the Illinois Force of Chicago in the semifinals of the American Football Association semi-pro championships at French Field in Kent. The winner earns a berth to the AFA title game.
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DeWalt has been an important player in the 14-0 Jets' run. You may remember DeWalt during his days at Olympic High, when he darted around and through Olympic League opponents for an impressive 1,558 yards and 17 touchdowns in 1994. His offensive efforts led the Trojans to a 7-2 record that year. Later, DeWalt starred at Walla Walla College, but put the gear away for good in '96. The itch to play tackle football returned in 1999, however, and DeWalt became the featured back for Ron Baines' Pierce County Bengals.