Arizona Rattlers Clinch Western Conference Title and Advance to IFL National Championship

The Road to Redemption

The Arizona Rattlers have lost in two IFL championship games since winning it in their first year in the league in 2017. But this year, they're back in the title game and looking to reclaim their crown.

A Hard-Fought Victory

The Rattlers clinched the Western Conference title with a hard-fought 52-41 victory over the Northern Arizona Wranglers on Saturday night. Quarterback Drew Powell threw for 254 yards and four touchdowns, while running back Darrell Monroe rushed for 126 yards and two touchdowns.

A Chance at Redemption

The Rattlers will now face the Massachusetts Pirates in the IFL National Championship game on Saturday, July 22nd. The Pirates are the defending champions, but the Rattlers are confident they can dethrone them.

Key Stats

* The Rattlers have a 12-2 record this season, including a perfect 6-0 record at home. * The Pirates are 13-1 this season, including a 7-0 record at home. * The Rattlers and Pirates have never met before in the IFL National Championship game.

What's Next?

The IFL National Championship game will be played at the Arizona Rattlers' home stadium, Footprint Center. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. MST.

Sources

* [Arizona Rattlers Clinch Western Conference Title and Advance to IFL National Championship](https://www.azrattlers.com/news/arizona-rattlers-clinch-western-conference-title-and-advance-to-ifl-national-championship) * [IFL Championship Game Set for Saturday, July 22nd](https://www.indoorfootballleague.com/news/ifl-championship-game-set-for-saturday-july-22nd) * [Massachusetts Pirates to Face Arizona Rattlers in IFL National Championship](https://www.masslive.com/sports/2023/07/massachusetts-pirates-to-face-arizona-rattlers-in-ifl-national-championship.html)