World Footy News

USFootyNews.com is counting down the 2010 Preseason Top 10. At Number 8 is the Boston Demons.

The Boston Demons are my dark horse pick for the 2010 National Championship. Keep an eye on the boys from Boston, they mean business.

In 2009, they spent much of the season on the road which helps to explain their 2-4 record during the regular season. At Nationals, however, the showed some glimpses with a draw against the 2008 National Champions, the Vancouver Cougars, and 1 point point loss to Golden Gate.

Head Coach, Scott Nicholas, was encouraged by the performances and is hopeful for 2010. "A very disappointing feeling but also a very encouraging one. We feel that we are getting very close to having the team we want that will give Nationals a real shake."

Boston's Andrew Stratford takes a leap at the 2009 EAFL Tourney in Philly. Photo: Rob Oliver.

If they can build on their Nationals campaign and do well in their home games, they could move up the USFootyNews.com rankings. Probably their biggest concern is the loss of on and off-field leader Andy Stratford (pictured). Still, Nicholas is very excited about the 2010 Boston schedule.

Boston has some big home games including hosting the Baltimore Washington Eagles, the Nashville Kangaroos, the 2009 National Champs, the Denver Bulldogs and their arch rivals, the New York Magpies. "This is the best season we have had scheduled in a long time. I'm very excited to see where the team stands after the games. We have been constantly building a strong supporter base with our last home game last year having 100+ fans. This year we hope to attract more. Hopefully."

2010 Boston Demons Schedule