Archives for: August 2008, 10
Kentucky QB Pulley Talks with EKU About Transferring
Former University of Kentucky quarterback Curtis Pulley might transfer to Eastern Kentucky.
EKU spokesman Michael Clark said that Pulley met with coach Dean Hood on Tuesday. Clark stopped short of saying a transfer is imminent but confirmed interest… more »
An Even Better ‘Southern Heritage Classic’ in the Works
The Southern Heritage Classic – the annual clash between interstate rivals Jackson State and Tennessee State at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium on Sept. 13 – is one of the biggest events on the Memphis entertainment calendar. Founder Fred Jones and his st… more »
SoCon College Practice Reports
These are in-state reports from the Orangeburg Times-Democrat for Friday, August 08, 2008.
In-State S.C. College Football Practice Reports
By Special to The T&DFriday, August 08, 2008
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THE CITADEL: Bull… more »
UAlbany Senior Makes Great Plays Off Field
Bocanegra nominated for his community work.
University at Albany wide receiver Daniel Bocanegra knows what it means to be a leader on and off the field.
His efforts to help the local community have led to his being nominated for the 2008 American… more »
Lot of respect for Big Sky Conference in preseason polls
Nobody who follows NCAA Football Championship Subdivision schools should be surprised to learn that Appalachian State is the odds-on favorite to win another national championship.
All three major preseason polls listed the Mountaineers as the team to… more »
Focusing on Tackling
Bobcats address one of last season’s biggest problems
San Marcos — Success for a defense begins with the fundamentals of its players. Coaches can preach the importance of tight coverage and zone blitzing, but when it comes down to it, if the players… more »
Three Pedersens (two of them twins) boost PSU's linebacking
Former Southridge standout returns to lineup, while Hawaii transfer and his brother join the mix
As if having to deal with one Pedersen at linebacker wasn’t enough for Portland State opponents, now other teams will have two more of them to worry abo… more »
Day 1 of Football Practice Good for FAMU Rattlers
Coach Joe Taylor was all about the basics, down to the Rattlers' activity on the sidelines Friday.
"We just need to be a little bit more focused," Taylor said following walk-through practice. "You've got to get better every day. We've got to practice… more »
James Madison Still Likes Spread
HARRISONBURG - While it doesn't make for popular viewing among Mountaineers fans, West Virginia's shocking loss to Pittsburgh last season was must-see TV for James Madison's football team.
The Dukes, who run the same spread-option offense as the Moun… more »
Goal: No. 1. Madison Expects To Contend For FCS Title
HARRISONBURG - Mickey Matthews didn't just wait hours. He didn't just wait days. No, it took eight months for the James Madison football coach to convince himself to watch the tape of the Dukes' last game, a gut-wrenching 28-27 loss to Appalachian State… more »
Ex-St. Mary's football player keeps athletics, lack thereof, in his sights
MORAGA — As he walked into the St. Mary's College football stadium for the first time in more than four years, Clifton Harrison was feeling more than a little nostalgic.
"I haven't been here since our last game, which was in 2003," said the 22-year-o… more »
Griz open practice Monday
MISSOULA - The University of Montana football team's first practice of fall camp is scheduled for Monday.
The helmets-only practice starts at 2 p.m. Players will report on Sunday, when they'll get their equipment and attend team and position meetings… more »
Gridiron warrior
CEDAR CITY - In his first year at Southern Utah University, junior defensive end Sam Bringhurst feels blessed to be part of the rebuilding Thunderbirds football squad that limped to an 0-11 finish last season.
"The veterans have all said it's totally… more »
Shotwell hopes to remain with the Colts
Former Poly star looks to make first NFL roster this season after being one of Raiders’ last cuts in 2007
Trivia time: Who made the first tackle of the 2008 NFL preseason?
Answer: Indianapolis Colts linebacker Kyle Shotwell.
The former Cal Po… more »
Farley pleased with Panthers' first week of practice
CEDAR FALLS --- As Mark Farley strode from the practice field Saturday, he heard thunder rumbling from the north.
"The timing's perfect," said Northern Iowa's football coach, grinning.
After all, the Panthers had just finished the afternoon half o… more »