Spokane Shock Dominate Seattle Sounders in Preseason ExhibitionSpokane Shock Dominate Seattle Sounders in Preseason Exhibition SPOKANE, Wash. – The Spokane Shock, reigning Indoor Football League champions, showcased their prowess in a preseason exhibition match against the Seattle Sounders, a Major League Soccer team, on Saturday night at the Spokane Arena. With a thunderous roar from the crowd, the Shock took control of the game from the opening whistle. Quarterback Erik Meyer orchestrated a flawless aerial attack, connecting with wide receivers Joshua Pringle and Giovani Ruffin for multiple touchdowns. The Shock’s defense proved equally formidable, smothering the Sounders’ offense. Linebacker Steve Gonzalez led the charge with several tackles for loss, while defensive back Greg Moss intercepted a pass deep in Seattle territory. As the game progressed, the Shock continued to pile on the points. Running back Earnest Pettway rumbled for a pair of touchdowns, while kicker Bryce Brown booted three field goals. The Sounders, despite fielding a star-studded lineup, struggled to find an offensive rhythm. Forward Raúl Ruidíaz had several chances to score but was thwarted by the Shock’s tenacious defense. By the final whistle, the Shock had secured a convincing victory by a score of 52-14. The win served as a statement of intent for the upcoming IFL season, which kicks off on March 19. “This was a great opportunity for us to test our abilities against a top-flight soccer team,” said Shock head coach Billy Back. “Our players showed great discipline and executed our game plan perfectly. We’re confident that we can carry this momentum into the regular season.” The Seattle Sounders, who will begin their MLS campaign next month, used the exhibition match as a tune-up for the upcoming season. Head coach Brian Schmetzer commended the Shock for their impressive performance, noting that it provided valuable lessons for his team. “Spokane is a tough opponent, and they gave us a great challenge,” said Schmetzer. “We have some work to do before the start of the season, but this game was a good opportunity for us to identify areas where we need to improve.” As the preseason continues, the Spokane Shock and the Seattle Sounders will look to build on their performances in preparation for their respective league seasons. The Shock will host the San Diego Strike Force in their home opener on March 19, while the Sounders will travel to face the Vancouver Whitecaps on March 5.