The National Police "Thunder Squad" of Taiwan is a highly trained SWAT-type unit established in 1985 to conduct high-risk arrests and other dangerous law enforcement duties. This 200 man group is organized into small, four-man elements, three of which make up an operating group.
Thunder QB Joe Marquez would hit Dew on a 45-yard scoring strike late in the 2nd quarter for a commanding 30-0 lead.
The Thunder offense sputtered a bit in the 22-0 win, however it was the defense that would pick up the slack in finishing with its 3rd shutout in as many games.
The Thunder JV came into this contest expecting a very fierce and lengthy battle against the host 49ers but in the end, Buhach's speed and athleticism proved to be too much for them in a 52-6 victory.
Wallsend RFC flirted with the code in the early years of the Northern Union, and a South Shields team joined the Professional ranks at the turn of the Twentieth Century.
Several other teams have come and gone in the intervening years, prior to the birth of the Thunder.
Of all attempts to establish a professional team in the area, Gateshead Thunder, in longevity terms at least, are by far the most successful.
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