Black Widows punch ticket to championship
Photos by Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press | 7/17/2025, 6 p.m.
Tatiana Johnson powered the Black Widows with 18 points and three touchdowns as Richmond crushed the Connecticut Ambush. The undefeated semi-pro squad looks unstoppable.
The Richmond Black Widows are charging toward their first national crown. On July 12, 2025, Richmond steamrolled the Connecticut Ambush 45-14 to clinch their spot in the WFA Division III National Championship. They’ll face the Oklahoma Rage on July 25 at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio — just one win away from the title.
Quarterback Mary Allison hands off the ball during the Richmond Black Widows’ decisive win.
Linebacker Sha Maclin scores after an interception.
Coaches and players celebrate after the game.
