Tübingen Red Knights Clinch Historic Playoff Spot for 2024 Season
December 15, 2024 – Tübingen, Germany
The Tübingen Red Knights have achieved a major milestone in their club’s history, securing a playoff spot in the 2024 American Football Regional League for the first time in over a decade. The team’s victory against the Stuttgart Scorpions this past weekend, with a nail-biting score of 28-24, marked a turning point in their season.
Head Coach Markus Weber, in his second year with the team, has been credited with revitalizing the Red Knights’ strategy and fostering a new culture of discipline and determination. “This team has worked incredibly hard, and this achievement is a testament to their resilience and teamwork,” Weber said during a post-game interview.
Quarterback Jonas Meier led the offense with two passing touchdowns and a crucial 15-yard scramble on 4th-and-10 in the final quarter. Meanwhile, the defense held strong, with linebacker Felix Schneider securing a game-winning interception in the last minute.
Fans filled Holderfeld Stadium, creating an electric atmosphere as the Red Knights celebrated their monumental win. “We’ve been waiting for this moment for years,” said longtime supporter Anna Gruber. “The whole city of Tübingen is behind this team!”
The Red Knights’ playoff campaign is set to begin in January 2025, where they will face the Munich Cowboys II in the first round. With their eyes on a championship, the team is determined to carry this momentum forward.
Stay tuned for updates as the Red Knights continue their purs
uit of glory.
