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The Marshall Thundering Blog will be going dark until Monday November 2nd due to a scheduling conflict. In the mean time I have added a new feature to the Blog, you can now email me by clicking on the “view my profile option” (Right side column under the blog archive) then click the email option under contact. Feel free to send any thoughts, comments, criticisms, or ideas.

The more emails the better!

Opponent Watch

From the News Tribune, Marshall (5-3) at U-C-F (4-3)

http://www.thenewstribune.com/sports/colleges/story/932691.html

From FloridaToday.com, Knights will enjoy football spotlight

http://www.floridatoday.com/article/20091028/SPORTS/910280347/1002/SPORTS/Knights+will+enjoy+football+spotlight

From the Orlando Sentinel, Marshall Coach Mark Snyder impressed by Knights' defense, UCF Coach George O'Leary hopes fans pack stadium

http://blogs.orlandosentinel.com/sports_college_ucf/2009/10/ucf-football-notes-marshall-coach-mark-snyder-impressed-by-knights-defense-ucf-coach-george-oleary-h.html

From the Bright House Sports Network, UCF readies for prime-time showdown

http://www.baynews9.com/content/40/2009/10/27/539025.html

From UCFAthletics.com, Jarvis Geathers Gathers Quarterbacks

http://ucfathletics.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/102709aag.html

From UCFAthletics.com, George O'Leary Press Conference Quotes

http://ucfathletics.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/102709aaf.html

Rivals.com is less nuts

Rivals.com is a little less nuts this week. They have Darius Marshall, THE NATIONS SECOND LEADING RUSHER at number 16 in it’s weekly power rankings for division one football possessions. Marshall moved 6 spots from last weeks ranking. Meanwhile Cody Slate continues to move up the charts. This week Rivals has pegged Slate in the 7 hole, up two positions from last weeks rankings.

http://collegefootball.rivals.com/viewCFSE.asp

Today's Marshall Sports News 10/28

From the Charleston Gazette, Ex-soccer goalie faced with big role

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910270932

From the Charleston Gazette, UCF playing better after tough start

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910271030

From the Charleston Daily Mail, All eyes will be on Herd's Slate, Marshall

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910280094

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Five keys have Herd basketball set for wins

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910280099

From the Herald Dispatch, MU strength vs. UCF strength

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x165319574/MU-strength-vs-UCF-strength

From the Herald Dispatch, Anthony Hanshew: Herd's eyes fixed on a sizable prize

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x901130084/Herds-eyes-fixed-on-a-sizable-prize

From the Herald Dispatch, Chuck Landon: Late first-half scores by foes an unwelcome trend for Herd

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x901130076/Late-first-half-scores-by-foes-an-unwelcome-trend-for-Herd

From the Herald Dispatch, C-USA football players of the week

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x901130068/C-USA-FOOTBALL-PLAYERS-OF-THE-WEEK

From the Herald Dispatch, Kadish named MVP of Green/White

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x901130086/Kadish-named-MVP-of-Green-White-series

From the Herald Dispatch, Herd, UCF evenly matched

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x901130082/Herd-UCF-evenly-matched

Verbal Commitment Watch

DE/TE Jamie Onufrak, Out Door Academy Sarasota Florida:

Out Door Academy beat Bradenton Christian 17 – 7 Friday night. Onufrak caused a huge fumble on Bradenton’s 20 yard line which resulted in the games defining field goal. He also caught one pass for fourteen yards, on the season Onufrak has 12 receptions for 128 yards and two touchdowns. Onufrak is mentioned heavily in the game story, read it here: http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20091024/ARTICLE/310249996/2579/sports0515?Title=Thunder-wins-storms-into-first-place

TE/LS James Powers, Myrtle Beach High School:

Myrtle Beach destroyed Georgetown High 63 – 0 Friday night, the halftime score was 49 - 0. Powers does not appear in the game story but you can read it here: http://www.thesunnews.com/940/story/1131672.html

DE A.J Scott, Robert E Lee High School:

Robert E Lee High School defeated Fort Defiance 27 – 20 Friday night. No individual stats for Scott, read about the game here: http://www.newsleader.com/article/20091024/HSSPORTS01/91024001/Lee-holds-off-Fort-Defiance--27-20

WR Raheem Waiters, Riverside High School:

Waiters is out for the season with a hyper extended knee. Riverside lost to Parkersburg Friday night 42 – 0.

LB Trevor Black, Hargrave Military Academy:

Hargrave was due to play George Mason University’s club football team on October 19th but the game was called off by the Patriots due to team injuries. Hargrave’s next game is November 5th against Marshall’s JV squad.

Today's Marshall Sports News 10/27

From the Charleston Gazette, Area roundup

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910260936\

From the Charleston Gazette, Herd ready to slug it out with UCF

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910260931

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Decision on Herd's Edmonson will wait

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200910260818

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall players welcomed a day off

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200910260823

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall duo claims doubles championship

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/OtherMarshallSports/200910260828

From the Herald Dispatch, 'One game at a time'

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x463990259/One-game-at-a-time

From the Herald Dispatch, Tennis partners qualify for ITA Indoor Nat'l Championships

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x463990263/Tennis-partners-qualify-for-ITA-Indoor-Natl-Championships

From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: UCF matchup will be an old school slugfest

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x463990261/UCF-matchup-will-be-an-old-school-slugfest

From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: MU does not have to play on WVU terms

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x463990241/MU-does-not-have-to-play-on-WVU-terms

Marshall in the NFL Week 7

Doug Legursky, C, Pittsburgh Steelers

Was Pittsburgh’s first interior lineman off the bench in their 27 – 17 win over Minnesota.

Randy Moss, WR, New England Patriots

Had 5 receptions for 69 yards during New England’s 35 – 7 win over Tampa Bay.

Chris Hanson, P, New England Patriots

Had 6 punts for a 37.3 yard average, also put one punt inside the twenty. New England beat Tampa Bay 35 - 7.

Chris Massey, LS, St. Louis Rams

Injured his right ACL during a punt return and will be out for the season. The Rams loss to Indianapolis 42 - 6.

Chris Crocker, S, Cincinnati Bengals

Had a huge day during the Bengals 45 – 10 win over Chicago. Registered 3 tackles and one assist along with a forced fumble. Was also credited with 2 pass deflections and a interception returned for 20 yards.

Byron Leftwich, QB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Did not play during Tampa Bay’s 35 – 7 loss to Tampa Bay.

C.J Spillman, S, San Diego Chargers

Was inactive for the Chargers 37 – 7 win over Kansas City.

Ahmad Bradshaw, RB, New York Giants

Rushed 12 times for 32 yards and lost a key fumble while fighting for extra yards during New York’s 24 – 17 loss to Arizona. Also had one reception for minus 5 yards.

Chad Pennington, QB, Miami Dolphins

Out for the season. Miami lost to New Orleans 46 - 34.

Today's Marshall Sports News 10/26

From the Charleston Gazette, Herd needs November to remember

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910250440

From the Charleston Gazette, Marshall notebook: Herd's seen enough of UAB's Webb

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910240738

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall fans need to get behind their winning team

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200910260040

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Snyder pleased by Herd's solid performance

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910260041

From the Herald Dispatch, Tulsa scores late goal to knock off Marshall

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1536733042/Tulsa-scores-late-goal-to-knock-off-Marshall

From the Herald Dispatch, Wilkerson leads all scorers as Herd plays instra-squad scrimmage

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1536732648/Wilkerson-leads-all-scorers-as-Herd-plays-instra-squad-scrimmage

From the Herald Dispatch, UCF game is pivotal matchup for Herd

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1536733038/UCF-game-is-pivotal-matchup-for-Herd

From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: Balanced attack led Herd to win over UAB

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1536733040/Balanced-attack-led-Herd-to-win-over-UAB

Darius Marshall Story on ESPN.com

Graham Watson of ESPN.com has written a nice story about Darius Marshall and his maturation process. The article chronicles Marshall's arrest in May and how it was a huge wake up call. It also mentions Marshall's two year old son Christian who lives in Georgia with his mother.

Although, the best part of the story for Herd fans was this:

Marshall isn't ready to think about the NFL just yet. The business major, who wants to open a five-star hotel one day, has no plans to leave school early because he promised his mother he'd get his degree. For now, he's focused on school and helping Marshall University (4-3) to its first winning season since 2003 and its first Conference USA East title. Currently, the Thundering Herd is second in the C-USA East standings behind East Carolina .

Read the whole article here: http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=4580235

Today's Marshall Sports News 10/23

From the Charleston Gazette, A Christian, some Lions and a little bit of Magic

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910221322

From the Charleston Gazette, Whiteside puts on a show

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910221328

From the Charleston Gazette, MU, UAB in battle for first place

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910221325

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall wants to use more weapons

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200910221134

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd eyes significant payday with bowl

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200910221169

From the Herald Dispatch, Daily Thunder

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1536731350/No-Headline

From the Herald Dispatch, UAB VS. MARSHALL: Team comparison

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1536731364/UAB-VS-MARSHALL

From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: To take care of Blazers, target the Webb

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1536731356/To-take-care-of-Blazers-target-the-Webb

From the Herald Dispatch, Women's soccer team plays at home against Memphis, UAB

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1536731358/Womens-soccer-team-plays-at-home-against-Memphis-UAB

From the Herald Dispatch, Whiteside makes big splash in his debut

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1536731352/Whiteside-makes-big-splash-in-his-debut

From the Herald Dispatch, Hall gets his wish

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1536731354/Hall-gets-his-wish

Fox Sports is Not Nuts!

Fox Sports has named Darius Marshall as the 7th best player in college football for the first half of 2009 – 2010. Read about it here:

http://msn.foxsports.com/cfb/pgStory?contentId=10251106#sport=COLLEGE FOOTBALL&photo=10250032

Thundering Herd Madness

If you did not already know.........

HERD MADNESS
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2009
CAM HENDERSON CENTER
7:30 PM
TICKETS $5

DUNK CONTEST
3-POINT SHOOT OUT
SCRIMMAGE- Guest Coaches Don Hatfield & James Nash
AUTOGRAPH SESSION

Antonio Haymon

I felt this story needed a space all to it’s own. Breanna Jones of the Parthenon wrote a story about Marshall basketball player Antonio Haymon and his long journey to division one basketball. It is a great story and extremely well written, check it out.

http://www.marshallparthenon.com/sports/despite-setbacks-haymon-soars-on-1.2029689

Today's Marshall Sports News 10/22

From the Charleston Gazette, Kane's fate up to NCAA Clearinghouse

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910210584

From the Charleston Gazette, Herd hoping to avoid repeat performance against UAB

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910210576

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Obama urged to investigate BCS

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/200910210424

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Some Marshall players had to grow up fast

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200910210507

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd QB making plays with his feet

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200910210519

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall men's basketball coach thrilled about team

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallBasketball/200910210515

From the Herald Dispatch, Daily Thunder

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1536730730/No-Headline

From the Herald Dispatch, MU women's team is laden with experience

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1536730744/Womens-team-is-laden-with-experience

From the Herald Dispatch, Men's soccer team gets big win over Memphis, 2-1

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1536730742/Mens-soccer-team-gets-big-win-over-Memphis-2-1

From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: Darius sustains minor injury in practice Wednesday

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1536730740/Darius-sustains-minor-injury-in-practice-Wednesday

From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: Edmonson deserves chance at new season

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1536730734/Edmonson-deserves-chance-at-new-season

From the Herald Dispatch, Herd air attack needs more good hands than 'All-Slate'

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1536730738/Herd-air-attack-needs-more-good-hands-than-All-Slate

From the Herald Dispatch, MU seniors leading the way

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1536730736/Seniors-lead-way

Rivals.com is still nuts

Rivals.com has released it’s week 7 power rankings for division one football possessions. Darius Marshall has again been unappreciated at running back, falling to the 22nd spot down from last weeks ranking of 19th. Meanwhile Cody Slate has moved up in the tight end rankings, reaching the 9th spot after last weeks 102 yard receiving performance.

http://collegefootball.rivals.com/viewCFSE.asp

Today's Marshall Sports News 10/21

From the Charleston Gazette, Marshall Notebook: Hall’s punt-return wishes fulfilled

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910201158

From the Charleston Gazette, Webb of intrigue

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910201152

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Nehlen, Pruett join effort to help Tolsia football team

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/200910201070

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Schofield has no answer for bad MU snaps

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910210071

From the Herald Dispatch, Daily Thunder

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1536730118/No-Headline

From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: Both Marshall and UAB coming off tough non-conference losses

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1536730140/Both-Marshall-and-UAB-coming-off-tough-non-conference-losses

From the Herald Dispatch, Men's soccer team in pivotal league game vs. Memphis

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1536730142/Mens-soccer-team-in-pivotal-league-game-vs-Memphis

From the Herald Dispatch, Snyder still likes his team

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1536730138/Snyder-still-likes-his-team

From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: Fact is, Mountaineer athletics are subsidized

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1536730134/Point-of-fact-Mountaineer-athletics-are-subsidized

We Are #108

Rivals.com has ranked Marshall at 108th in it’s 347 countdown, ranking every Men’s division one basketball team for 2010. This is what Rivals.com had to say about Marshall:

108. Marshall
CONFERENCE: Conference USA
BEST PLAYER: G Damier Pitts
QUICK TAKE: The Thundering Herd have the talent to get to 20 wins and into the postseason - not the NCAA tournament, though.
BUZZ: Coach Donnie Jones enters his third season with a team that holds a lot of intrigue. The Herd lost just one starter, but it was leading scorer Markel Humphrey. But there's a top-notch recruiting class, headed by 6-11 center Hassan Whiteside, the No. 87 prospect in the nation. The Herd were brutal on the perimeter last season, making just 31.7 percent of their 3-pointers and allowing foes to hit 39.8 percent. Whiteside adds another dimension to the team and gives the Herd an inside presence they desperately lacked last season.

http://collegebasketball.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=988718

Verbal Commitment Watch

DE/TE Jamie Onufrak, Out Door Academy Sarasota Florida:

Out Door Academy beat St. Petersburg Shorecrest Prep 48 – 6 last week. Onufrak caught 2 passes for 33 yards and one touchdown. This season Onufrak has totaled 11 receptions for 114 yards and two touchdowns. Read about Out Door Academy’s victory here: http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20091017/ARTICLE/310179994/2579/sports0515?Title=Thunder-rolls-showdown-with-BC-is-next

TE/LS James Powers, Myrtle Beach High School:

Myrtle Beach beat St. James High School 56 – 7 Friday night. Powers does not show up in the game story but you can read it here: http://www.thesunnews.com/940/story/1120563.html

DE A.J Scott, Robert E Lee High School:

Robert E Lee High School was defeated by Turner Ashby 34 - 15 Friday night. No individual stats for Scott, read about the game here: http://www.newsleader.com/article/20091017/HSSPORTS01/910170325

WR Raheem Waiters, Riverside High School:

As reported last week Waiters appears to be out for the season. He has started to rehab his injury, (hyper extended knee) read more about Waiters recovery here: http://wvgazette.com/Sports/200910151203

LB Trevor Black, Hargrave Military Academy:

Since my last update Hargrave has played two games. On October 13th Hargrave traveled to UNC for a game against the Tar Heels JV squad. Could not find a free write up about the game but if you have a Scout.com account information is available here: http://recruiting.scout.com/a.z?s=73&p=2&c=909424&ssf=1&RequestedURL=http%3a%2f%2frecruiting.scout.com%2f2%2f909424.html

On October 19th Hargrave played the University of the Cumberland’s JV team. I have not found any information about the game.

Today's Marshall Sports News 10/20

From the Charleston Gazette, UAB simply roughed up in last outing

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910190927

From the Charleston Gazette, Herd's Slate makes Mackey Award cut

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910190934

From the Charleston Daily Mail, MU long snapper goes beyond call of duty

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200910190735

From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: Don't blame quarterbacks for offensive problems

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656920094/No-Headline

From the Herald Dispatch, Herd looks to rebound against Blazers

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656920098/No-Headline

From the Herald Dispatch, D. Marshall, Slate rank as UAB's top priorities

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656920100/D-Marshall-Slate-rank-as-UABs-top-priorities

Marshall in the NFL Week 6

Doug Legursky, C, Pittsburgh Steelers

Was shaken up early in Pittsburgh’s 27 – 14 win over Cleveland although the injury was not serious. Legursky was also credited with a tackle off of a Ben Roethlisberger fumble.

Randy Moss, WR, New England Patriots

Had 8 receptions for 129 yards and three touchdowns during New England’s 59 – 0 win over Tennessee.

Chris Hanson, P, New England Patriots

Had 1 punt for 36 yards that landed inside the twenty. New England beat Tennessee 59 - 0.

Chris Massey, LS, St. Louis Rams

Started at long snapper during the Rams 23 – 20 overtime loss to Jacksonville.

Chris Crocker, S, Cincinnati Bengals

Recorded 2 tackles and 1 assist along with 2 pass deflections plus an interception returned for 18 yards during Cincinnati’s 28 - 17 loss to Houston.

Byron Leftwich, QB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Did not play during Tampa Bay’s 28 – 21 loss to Carolina.

C.J Spillman, S, San Diego Chargers

Playing on Monday Night Football against Denver. Has a slim chance to be active after San Diego released fellow safety Clinton Hart this week.

Ahmad Bradshaw, RB, New York Giants

Rushed 10 times for 48 yards and a touchdown during the Giants 48 – 27 loss to New Orleans.

Chad Pennington, QB, Miami Dolphins

Out for the season. Miami had a bye week.

Today's Marshall Sports News 10/19

From the Charleston Gazette, Halfway home, still hope for Herd

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910180376

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall defense put clamp on Mountaineers' game

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910190027

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall, WVU look to contend in leagues

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/JackBogaczyk/200910190021

From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: Players concede loss, look ahead to conference play

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656919612/Players-concede-loss-look-ahead-to-conference-play

From the Herald Dispatch, Jacobs changed role for Coal Bowl

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656919638/Jacobs-changed-role-for-Coal-Bowl

From the Herald Dispatch, Herd volleyball stops UTEP rally for 3-1 win

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656919640/Herd-volleyball-stops-UTEP-rally-for-3-1-win

Locker Room Naming Rights

According to the Herald Dispatch some one is getting there name on the new basketball locker rooms.

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/news/marshall/x1656917938/Board-approves-naming-rights-for-locker-rooms

True blue Patterson

Not totally Marshall related but Huntington native Patrick Patterson is featured in a Yahoo Sports article by Jason King. King’s article is about the charitable side of Patterson and his relationship with Heather Durham, a fourteen year old Kentucky fan with cystic fibrosis.

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/basketball/news;_ylt=AiQG3UTySrM39G5l5V7pcdc5nYcB?slug=jn-patterson101609&prov=yhoo&type=lgns

Today's Marshall Sports News 10/16

From the Charleston Gazette, No 'Madness,' but practice begins tonight

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910151166

From the Charleston Gazette, Is MU-WVU football series fun anymore?

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910151184

From the Charleston Gazette, Frosh adds to WVU versatility

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910151193

From the Charleston Gazette, Turnovers could be Herd's edge

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910151201

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Mountaineers' Devine, Herd's Marshall are the show on Saturday

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200910151033

From the Charleston Daily Mail, WVU and Marshall could have been playing a home-and-home series

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200910151047

From the Charleston Daily Mail, WVU offense will challenge Herd

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200910151024

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Tulsa's Jordan is C-USA preseason top player

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910160027

From the Herald Dispatch, Daily Thunder

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656917998/No-Headline

From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall, Tulane 'Dig Pink'

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656918016/Marshall-Tulane-Dig-Pink

From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: Mountaineer defense a challenge for Marshall

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656918014/Mountaineer-defense-a-challenge-for-Marshall

From the Herald Dispatch, MU-WVU team comparison

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656918026/No-Headline

From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall basketball team begins practice

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656918010/Marshall-basketball-team-begins-practice

From the Herald Dispatch, Late date for Coal Bowl

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656918012/Late-date-for-annual-Mountain-State-game

From HerdNation.com, An Open Letter to Mark Snyder

http://marshall.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1002004

HD: Special Section

The Herald Dispatch has a special section on their website dedicated to Saturday’s Friends of Coal Bowl. Check it out here: http://www.herald-dispatch.com/specialsections/coalbowl

Marshall vs. WVU D.C Game Watching

If you are staying in town for the weekend please come cheer on the HERD with your fellow Alum & Fans at the Crystal City Sports Pub! Remember The MORE THE MERRIER of course! New faces to meet as always! Bring friends & family to watch!

We have had some issues with the networking last week but it is guaranteed that the game will be televised since its on the ESPN GamePlan.

We encourage you to come support Marshall and watch the game!

Today's Marshall Sports News 10/15

From the Charleston Gazette, Running mild

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910141170

From the Charleston Daily Mail, MU receiver will have supporters at WVU

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200910141072

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall men's basketball coach ready to work

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallBasketball/200910141074

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall men's soccer team holds off UC

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/OtherMarshallSports/200910141220

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Despite cancer, UCF player wouldn't give up

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/200910141077

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Coal climate could affect Coal Bowls

http://www.dailymail.com/News/statenews/200910141063

From the Herald Dispatch, Daily Thunder

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656917442/No-Headline

From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall men defeat Univ. of Charleston

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656917462/Marshall-men-defeat-Univ-of-Charleston

From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall in the NFL

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656917460/No-Headline

From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: There's talent in the Coal Bowl, on both sides of ball

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656917458/Theres-talent-in-the-Coal-Bowl-on-both-sides-of-ball

From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: Coal Bowl matchup is of Darius and Devine

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656917450/Coal-Bowl-matchup-is-of-Darius-and-Devine

From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall mission: Contain WVU RB

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656917456/Marshall-mission-Contain-WVU-RB

More Playing Time for C.J

The San Diego Chargers have released safety Clinton Hart who had started three of four games this season. Could this lead to more playing time for Marshall alum C.J Spillman who has been inactive in each of the Chargers four games?

*Chargers Release Hart*

The San Diego Chargers released safety Clinton Hart, the team announced.Hart had been with the Chargers since 2004 and had been a starter since 2007.He'd started three of four games this season and had been credited with 16 tackles.
http://views.washingtonpost.com/theleague/nflnewsfeed/

Courtney Edmonson Out vs. WVU

In case you missed it from a number of today’s Marshall news stories Courtney Edmonson is out vs. WVU. Edmonson has been sidelined with a lingering hamstring issue since the opening moments of week one against Southern Illinois.

Going Bowling?

Found this over at http://www.herdnation.com/. Each week Mark Schlabach and Bruce Feldman at ESPN put together a Bowl Prediction list ( http://espn.go.com/college-football/bowls/projections ). As of now Schlabach has us in the Eagle Bank bowl in Washington D.C at RFK Stadium against Army. Feldman has us playing Middle Tennessee State in the R + L Carries New Orleans bowl.

If we do not make the Liberty Bowl I would love to have us in Washington D.C for selfish reason. As a D.C resident I was lucky enough to see one Redskins game at RFK stadium before they moved to FedEx Field. I remember like it was yesterday. It was 1993 Richie Petitbon’s only year as Redskins head coach and I was sitting second deck with my Dad right between the goal post. It was one of few Redskin victories that season as Washington beat Atlanta 30 – 17. I have seen a lot of great games at RFK, every thing from MLS to MLB. My favorite moment was the Washington Nationals first home game in 2005. I turned in a English final early and drove seven hours down from Huntington for the game.

To put it bluntly RFK is a dump but it is my dump. I imagine you could relate it to Marshall fans feelings about old Fairfield Stadium. Besides the trip would be easy for Herd fans. As mentioned D.C is only 6 – 7 hours away from Huntington and there is a lot to do besides the game.

Either way I am getting ahead of my self. Have to get a few more wins before I start planning a December bowl trip.

Rivals.com is nuts

Rivals.com has released its weekly position power rankings for college football ( http://collegefootball.rivals.com/viewCFSE.asp ). Last week Darius Marshall was ranked as the 15th best running back, this week he has been downgraded to 19th. What was rivals reasoning for downgrading Marshall after a 98 rushing yard two touchdown performance “Tulane became the first team all season to hold him below 100 yards.”

Tulane did hold Marshall to just under 100 yards but they ignore his two touchdowns. Not to mention Marshall is still second in rushing yards per game behind Fresno State’s Ryan Mathews. What is rivals thinking? How many other running backs gained 100 yards against Virginia Tech this season? I swear if Marshall was playing in a BCS conference he would be no less than number two.

*Side Note: Rivals has Cody Slate listed as the 13th best tight end this week.

Today's Marshall Sports News 10/14

From the Charleston Gazette, WVU notes: It's a rivalry for Stewart

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910130970

From the Charleston Gazette, MU notes: Snyder says 'the onus is on us'

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall

From the Charleston Gazette, Hamrick steps into Marshall-WVU circus

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910130967

From the Charleston Gazette, 'Elusive' Brown worries Herd 'D'

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910130946

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd men's golf ties for 11th at UC Invitational

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910140023

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Booker, Herd tackle issue of stopping plays

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910140045

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Coal Bowl leaves a void on future WVU, Marshall schedules

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910140046

From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: Coal Bowl all about pride

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656916884/Coal-Bowl-all-about-pride

From the Herald Dispatch, MU football stats

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656916888/No-Headline

From the Herald Dispatch, Soccer team meeting good Charleston squad

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656916886/Soccer-team-meeting-good-Charleston-squad

From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: Thundering Herd has a fan in Iraq

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656916876/Thundering-Herd-has-a-fan-in-Iraq

From the Herald Dispatch, Speed of WVU is challenge for MU

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656916882/Speed-of-WVU-is-challenge-for-MU

Verbal Commitment Watch

DE/TE Jamie Onufrak, Out Door Academy Sarasota Florida:

Before Friday’s game against Evangelical Christian Onufrak had caught 9 balls for 81 yards and one touchdown. On October 7th Out Door Academy stunned Evangelical Christian (Ranked #2 in Florida class 1B) 39 – 28. Onufrak did not register a catch but Out Door Academy only threw two passes. Read about the game here: http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20091010/ARTICLE/310109981/2579/sports0515?Title=ODA-Thunders-past-Evangelical-Christian

TE/LS James Powers, Myrtle Beach High School:

The Myrtle Beach Seahawks beat Socastee High 49 – 26 Friday night. Power’s is not mentioned in the game write up but you can read about Myrtle Beach’s win here: http://www.thesunnews.com/940/story/1110327.html

DE A.J Scott, Robert E Lee High School:

Robert E Lee High School was defeated by Spotswood High 29 - 10 Friday night. No individual stats for Scott, read about the game here: http://www.newsleader.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=200991010003

WR Raheem Waiters, Riverside High School:

As reported yesterday Waiters is out the remainder of the season with a knee injury. Waiters was injured while attempting to block a kick during Riversides 27 – 20 loss to George Washington. Read about the injury here: http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/PrepSports/200910120027

LB Trevor Black, Hargrave Military Academy:

Played Radford University on October 11th. No write up has been posted on Hargrave’s or Radford’s website.

Today's Marshall Sports News 10/13

From the Charleston Gazette, MU offense has stalled against Mountaineers

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910120858

From the Charleston Gazette, Dude has answers to WVU-Herd questions

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910120859

From the Charleston Gazette, Little backs, big numbers

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910120856

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall offense improved vs. Tulane

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200910120770

From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: 'Darius & Cody Show' postponed for spinoff

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656916284/Darius-Cody-Show-postponed-for-spinoff

From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: Herd ranks high among national statistics

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656916290/Herd-ranks-high-among-national-statistics

From the Herald Dispatch, Herd golfers 8th in Bearcat Invitational

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656916292/Herd-golfers-8th-in-Bearcat-Invitational

From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall defender receives player of the week

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656916294/Marshall-defender-receives-player-of-the-week

From the Herald Dispatch, Relationship between QB, center is key to keeping defenders at bay

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656916288/Relationship-between-QB-center-is-key-to-keeping-defenders-at-bay

Raheem Waiters

I will give my full verbal commitment update tomorrow but wanted to make every one aware that Raheem Waiters is out for the year. Lets all wish Raheem a speedy recovery into a Herd uniform. Read about he injury here: http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/PrepSports/200910120027

Marshall in the NFL Week 5

Doug Legursky, C, Pittsburgh Steelers

When Steelers guard Trai Essex went out with a injury in the first quarter Legursky took his spot. Essex did return later in the game. Pittsburg beat Detroit 28 – 20.

Randy Moss, WR, New England Patriots

Had 1 reception for 36 yards. Also got an interception on a jump ball before half time in New England’s 20 – 17 overtime loss to Denver.

Chris Hanson, P, New England Patriots

Had 5 punts for a 44.4 yard average with two kicks inside the twenty. New England loss to Denver 20 - 17.

Chris Massey, LS, St. Louis Rams

Started at long snapper during the Rams 38 – 10 loss to Minnesota.

Chris Crocker, S, Cincinnati Bengals

Recorded 5 tackles during Cincinnati’s 17 - 14 win over Baltimore.

Byron Leftwich, QB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Did not play during Tampa Bay’s 33 – 14 loss to Philadelphia.

C.J Spillman, S, San Diego Chargers

Bye Week.

Ahmad Bradshaw, RB, New York Giants

Carried the ball 11 times for 110 and 2 touchdowns during the Giants 44 – 7 win over Oakland. Also caught one pass for 55 yards.

Chad Pennington, QB, Miami Dolphins

Out for the season. Miami plays New York (AFC) tonight on MNF.

Today's Marshall Sports News 10/12

From the Charleston Gazette, Big plays, sure tackling key for Herd against WVU

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910110519

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall defense gets signature moment in fourth-and-goal stop

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910120038

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Hall gets another hand from McClellan

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910120028

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd women's soccer team falls to Tulsa

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/OtherMarshallSports/200910120013

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd volleyball team sweeps Memphis

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/OtherMarshallSports/200910120010

From the Herald Dispatch, Herd looks ahead

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656915766/Herd-looks-ahead

From the Herald Dispatch, MU roundup: Volleyball overcomes illness, sweeps Memphis

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1656915768/Volleyball-overcomes-illness-sweeps-Memphis

Marshall Coaches on Twitter

In case you did not know head football coach Mark Snyder and men’s head basketball coach Donnie Jones are on Twitter:

Mark Snyder http://twitter.com/Coachsnyder
Donnie Jones http://twitter.com/djherd

Badges for the PGA Tour's Greenbrier Classic next July are on sale

So how is this Herd related? According to USA Today for $495 dollars alumni and fans of Marshall, VT, UVA, and WVU will have access to school specific hospitality areas during the tournament. Another great idea from Jim Justice at the Greenbrier.

http://www.usatoday.com/sports/golf/2009-10-09-4005298133_x.htm

Today's Marshall Sports News 10/9

From the Charleston Gazette, Marshall added to Maxwell Watch List

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910081079

From the Charleston Gazette, Price helps UTEP bounce back

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910081073

From the Charleston Gazette, Back from the depths

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910081077

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd RB added to Maxwell Award watch list

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910090020

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd announces World Series schedule

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910090021

From the Charleston Daily Mail, 'Big' Anderson key for Tulane

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200910080897

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Field position is everything for Herd

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200910080908

From the Herald Dispatch, Daily Thunder

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x67397217/No-Headline

From the Herald Dispatch, Volleyball team has flu, postponing UAB match

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x67397235/Volleyball-team-has-flu-postponing-UAB-match

From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: Herd mourns Fuller, true Son of Marshall

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x67397233/Herd-mourns-Fuller-true-Son-of-Marshall

From the Herald Dispatch, Baldridge going home for Tulane game

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x67397231/Baldridge-going-home-for-Tulane-game

How to beat Tulane

Marshall will serve as home coming opponent when they travel down to Tulane this week. The Green Wave are coming off two victories over McNeese State and Army. Marshall suffered a heart breaking loss to conference foe East Carolina at home last week. So how do you beat the Green Wave?

As has been mentioned Tulane is a C-USA west member that plays like they are in the east. Tulane’s strong running attack is lead by Andre Anderson. Anderson has rushed for over 350 yards and 5 touchdowns this season. In both of Tulane’s losses Anderson has been held under four yards per carry. If Marshall’s defense can continue that trend victory should be within their grasp.

Tulane has a multidimensional offense lead by quarterback Joe Kemp. Kemp is one of C-USA’s most efficient passers with a quarterback rating over 150 although, he is interception prone. Kemp has thrown four interceptions to four touchdowns this season. Even if Albert McClellan is out the Herd needs to get pressure on Kemp and force him into bad decisions.

Kemp’s favorite target is receiver Jeremy Williams. As a senior Williams has caught for 525 yards and three touchdowns. He was also used at kick/punt returner last week and made an immediate impact on Tulane’s special teams. This will be Marshall’s third week in a row facing a dominate wide receiver (Freddie Barnes BGU & Dwayne Harris ECU) so the Herd should be experienced enough to shut him down. Hopefully we can have a repeat performance of last week as Marshall kept Harris in check, he only caught 6 passes for 57 yards including his lucky on the back reception.

On offense Marshall must feed the ball to Darius Marshall, who had another spectacular game against ECU but it might be another players legs that are equally important to victory. Tulane has had an extremely difficult time defending quarterbacks on the run. Every quarterback but BYU’s Max Hall has rushed for over 70 yards against Tulane’s defense. Brian Anderson is not the fastest QB but he had a few nice runs against ECU (5 rushes for 20 yards). If Anderson can make a few plays with his feet it will open up the passing game.

Marshall must find a way to throw the ball better. Last week Anderson was under constant duress against ECU’s aggressive defense. While the offensive line has been dominate run blocking their pass blocking has been suspect. Some one needs to step up in the receiving core besides Cody Slate. Last weeks second leading receiver was Antavious Wilson with only 3 receptions for 18 yards. Whether it be a healthy Courtney Edmonson, Wilson, or freshman Aaron Dobson at least one wide receiver needs to step up. Anderson also needs to do a better job getting rid of the football. Earlier this week he admitted to holding out for the big play against ECU instead of using his check down options.

Keys to Victory
1.Stop Andre Anderson
2. Pressure Joe Kemp
3. Cover Jeremy Williams
4. Run the ball, including Brain Anderson
5. Pass effectively

Today's Marshall Sports News 10/8

From the Charleston Gazette, Tulane's Anderson follows Forte's lead

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910071034

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Anderson is a work in progress

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910071061

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd tight end at home with linemen

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910071081

From the Herald Dispatch, Daily Thunder

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x2075611665/No-Headline

From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall in the NFL

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x2075611681/No-Headline

From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: Herd's Jacobs a profile in courage

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x2075611671/Marshalls-profile-in-courage-John-Jacobs

From the Herald Dispatch, Anderson keeps calm

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x2075611677/Anderson-keeps-calm

Opponent Watch

From TulaneGreenWave.com, Tulane Football Puts Army Win Behind, Turns Focus to Homecoming Match-up vs. Marshall

http://www.tulanegreenwave.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/100509aaa.html

From TulaneGreenWave.com, Quotes Following Tulane's Weekly Football Press Luncheon

http://www.tulanegreenwave.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/100609aaa.html

From the Times Picayune, Tulane football coach Bob Toledo discusses the feeling of the team coming off a win against Army

http://www.nola.com/tulane/index.ssf/2009/10/tulane_football_coach_bob_tole_1.html

From the Times Picayune, Tulane Green Wave freshman Shakiel Smith seeing a lot of playing time

http://www.nola.com/tulane/index.ssf/2009/10/tulane_green_wave_freshman_sha.html

Today's Marshall Sports News 10/7

From the Charleston Gazette, McClellan 'questionable' for Saturday's game

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910060889

From the Charleston Gazette, 6-9 JC forward commits to Herd

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910060955

From the Charleston Gazette, Marshall needs improved passing game vs. Tulane

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910060954

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd men's golf second-last at Xavier

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910070028

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Jones gets transfer to start '10 recruiting

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910070054

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Snyder knows changes brought by indoor play

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910070079

From the Charleston Daily Mail, New Marshall AD takes up residence in dorm

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910070263

From the Herald Dispatch, Daily Thunder

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x2075611135/No-Headline

From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: Houston's loss to UTEP a lesson in C-USA parity

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x2075611161/Houstons-loss-to-UTEP-a-lesson-in-C-USA-parity

From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall golf team 11th in Cincinnati

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x2075611163/Marshall-golf-team-11th-in-Cincinnati

From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: Tactics in ECU loss still failing to add up

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x2075611151/Tactics-in-ECU-loss-still-failing-to-add-up

From the Herald Dispatch, Thundering Herd lands big forward

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x2075611157/Thundering-Herd-lands-big-forward

From the Herald Dispatch, Herd expecting physical battle

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x2075611159/Herd-expecting-physical-battle-from-Green-Wave-of-Tulane

2010 Basketball Commitment

Steadman Short, who you can read about in this Herald Dispatch article (http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x883085927/No-Headline) is Marshall first basketball commitment for 2010 according to rivals.com (http://marshall.rivals.com/).

Short played at High Point University during the 08-09 season but decided to transfer after a coaching change. This season he will be playing at Chiploa Junior College in Marianna FL. Listed at 6,9 215 pounds Short can play small and power forward. At High Point he average 6.9 points and 5.4 rebounds per game.

Mike Hamrick Lives in a Dorm

Mike Hamrick lives in a dorm, really, 100% fact.

http://www.marshallparthenon.com/news/sharing-the-experience-1.1940162

Cooking with low heat

Pat Forde of ESPN’s “The Dash” has Marshall head coach Mark Snyder on the low heat hot seat after five games this season. I would say his assessment is dead on:

“Mark Snyder, Marshall (3-2). The Thundering Herd have been better this year, but Snyder needs his first bowl bid in five seasons.”

http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/columns/story?columnist=forde_pat&page=dash0906&sportCat=ncf

Running Back Rankings

Rivals.com has Darius Marshall listed as the 16th best running back in college football. They also mention he leads the nation in rushing yards per game at 159.8. I might have my green colored glasses on but you figure the guy who leads every one in yards per game would be ranked a bit higher.

http://collegefootball.rivals.com/viewCFSE.asp?selposition=5

Verbal Commitment Update

DE/TE Jamie Onufrak, Out Door Academy Sarasota Florida:

After their original contest against St. John Neumann was canceled due to lightning Out Door Academy beat the Celtics 6 – 0 on September 29th. Could not find a write up for the game.

TE/LS James Powers, Myrtle Beach High School:

The Myrtle Beach Seahawks beat Lake City High School 35 – 14 Friday night. Power’s is not mentioned in the game write up but you can read about Myrtle Beach’s win here: http://www.thesunnews.com/940/story/1099166.html


DE A.J Scott, Robert E Lee High School:

Despite a rash of injuries and sickness Robert E Lee High School was able to beat Broadway 36 – 24 Friday night. No individual stats for Scott, read about the game here: http://www.newsleader.com/article/20091003/HSSPORTS01/91003004


WR Raheem Waiters, Riverside High School:

Riverside lost to Brooke High School (#1 ranked AAA team in WV) 27 – 0 Friday night. The Warriors gained negative seven yards on the ground and only 93 yards passing against Brooke’s vaulted defense. No stats for Waiters, read about the game here (includes video) http://www.news-register.net/page/content.detail/id/529245.html?nav=523

LB Trevor Black, Hargrave Military Academy:

Beat Walter Reed in the Military Bowl 56 – 0 Saturday. In the game write up from Hargrave Black is mentioned for his superb play, read it here: http://www.hargrave.edu/athletics/schedule_event_popup.php?sevent_id=2033&season_id=150&category_id=18&

Today's Marshall Sports News 10/6

From the Charleston Gazette, Tulane lives in West, plays like East

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910050969

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd players, coaches move forward to Tulane

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910051031

From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall University roundup

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x2075610541/Marshall-University-tennis-finishes-48-6-overall-at-Hokie-Fall-Invitational

From the Herald Dispatch, Herd looking to bounce back

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x2075610637/Herd-looking-to-bounce-back-after-tough-homecoming-loss

From the Herald Dispatch, C-USA names Players of the Week

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x2075610543/C-USA-Players-of-the-Week

From the Herald Dispatch, Chuck Landon: Snyder's dual role may cause disharmony

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x2075610635/Snyders-dual-role-may-cause-disharmony

From the Herald Dispatch, MU Notebook: Herd will have to create own energy in Superdome

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x2075610545/Herd-will-have-to-create-own-energy-in-Superdome

We Are #108

According to ESPN’s Saragin rankings we are the 108th best basketball program of all time. Not to bad out of 330.

http://assets.espn.go.com/photo/2009/1004/cbe1.pdf

Marshall in the NFL Week 4

Doug Legursky, C, Pittsburgh Steelers

Was the first interior lineman off the bench during Pittsburgh’s 38 – 28 win over San Diego. Also, served as a fullback during Rashard Mendenhall's one yard touchdown run in the first half.

Randy Moss, WR, New England Patriots

Caught 3 passes for 50 yards and one touchdown during New England’s 27 – 21 win over Baltimore.

Chris Hanson, P, New England Patriots

Had 3 punts for a 38.3 yard average with two touchbacks and one kick inside the twenty. New England beat Baltimore 27 – 21.

Chris Massey, LS, St. Louis Rams

Started at long snapper during the Rams 35 – 0 loss to San Francisco.

Chris Crocker, S, Cincinnati Bengals

Recorded 6 tackles and one assist during Cincinnati’s 23 - 20 win over Cleveland.

Byron Leftwich, QB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Was the emergency third string quarterback during Tampa Bay’s 16 – 13 loss to Washington.

C.J Spillman, S, San Diego Chargers

Was inactive for San Diego’s 38 – 28 loss to San Diego.

Ahmad Bradshaw, RB, New York Giants

Carried the ball 12 times for 64 yards during the Giants 27 – 16 win over Kansas City.

Chad Pennington, QB, Miami Dolphins

Out for the season. Miami beat Buffalo 38 – 10.

Today's Marshall Sports News 10/5

From the Charleston Gazette, Herd beaten by good Pirates, bad luck

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910040513

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall's Snyder looks for answers after loss

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910050019

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall's Burns glad to get interception

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910050033

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Southern Miss QB out for season

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/ConfrenceUSASporta/200910050011

From the Herald Dispatch, Event gave Turner good MU family feeling

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x2075610143/Event-gave-Turner-good-MU-family-feeling

From the Herald Dispatch, AP Source: Pennington poised for comeback

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x2075610127/No-Headline\

From the Herald Dispatch, Herd thundering forward

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x2075610131/Herd-thundering-forward

From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall recovers from UCF loss, tops So. Miss

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x2075610133/Marshall-recovers-from-UCF-loss-tops-So-Miss

Today's Marshall Sports News 10/2

From the Charleston Gazette, MU men's hoops tickets go on sale Wednesday

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910010211

From the Charleston Gazette, Keenum making case for Heisman

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910010225

From the Charleston Gazette, Herd, Louisville set home-and-home football series

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910010209

From the Charleston Gazette, Homecoming times two

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200910010207

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Lady Herd Fall Golf Classic canceled

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910020005

From the Charleston Daily Mail, WVU won't move from 2-for-1 series against Herd

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910010187

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd basketball tickets go on sale Wednesday

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910020004

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd, Louisville agree to football series

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910020002

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd wide receivers think Darius Marshall should get the ball

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200910010142

From the Charleston Daily Mail, East Carolina will test Marshall defense

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200910010153

From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: Snyder, Holtz both want win at point of attack

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x2075608395/Snyder-Holtz-both-want-win-at-point-of-attack

From the Herald Dispatch, Women's soccer faces off against No. 21 UCF

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x2075608397/Womens-soccer-faces-off-against-No-21-UCF

From the Herald Dispatch, Hamrick confirms series with Louisville

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x2075608399/Hamrick-confirms-series-with-Louisville

From the Herald Dispatch, Darius drives the Marshall team

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x2075608393/Darius-for-Marshall

It is Offcial!

Marshall and Louisville agree to a home and home, 2011 in Kentucky and 2014 in West Virginia.

Read about it here: http://herdzone.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/100109aaa.html

How to Beat ECU

Homecoming week is upon us as Marshall welcomes East Carolina to Joan C. Edwards Stadium this Saturday. Both schools are coming off wins as Marshall beat Memphis last week and East Carolina took care of business against Central Florida. So what are the keys to beating East Carolina?

Sorry if I continue to repeat my self but running the football is Marshall’s first key to victory. After sitting out game one Darius Marshall has been on fire and leads the NCAA in rushing yards per game. East Carolina has given up at least 100 yards rushing in three of four contest this season although that stat is a bit misleading. ECU has not given up 100 rushing yards to a single player, including WVU running back Noel Devine. It is fair to say that none of East Carolina’s previous opponents depend on one runner like Marshall does so this should be an interesting match up. Either way the Marshall needs to continue getting major yards on the ground to win Saturday.

The Herd’s second key to victory is stopping ECU wide receiver Dwayne Harris. Harris is a lot like Bowling Green wide out Freddie Barnes. Both are possession wide receivers that have the ability to break big plays. Even though Barnes caught for over 100 yards against the Herd Marshall held him without a touchdown or long reception. MU will need to do the same against Harris. ECU quarterback Patrick Pinkney completes 31% of his passes to Harris so he is going to get his touches but Marshall needs to minimize his effect to short gains.

Marshall’s last key to victory is avoid turnovers. Last week UCF coughed up the ball five times against East Carolina. Over all ECU is plus six in turnover deferential. Marshall must protect the football against a very opportunistic defense. Besides the Southern Illinois game Marshall has only had one turn over in each of it’s past three contest. This is especially important against an ECU team that has benefited from good field position to score. Pirates quarterback Pinkney has had a difficult time sustaining long drives, barely completing 50% of his passes and throwing an equal amount of touchdowns and interceptions. Giving ECU a lot of ground to cover on offense will only aid the Herd.

Keys

1.Run the Ball
2. Contain Dwayne Harris
3. Avoid turnovers

Today's Marshall Sports News 10/1

From the Charleston Gazette, Shakoor ready to face ECU's Harris

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200909300420

From the Charleston Gazette, Holtz has placed ECU among C-USA's elite

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200909300432

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Freshmen lead Marshall men's soccer team

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/OtherMarshallSports/200910010010

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Short-handed Southern Miss travels to UAB

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/ConfrenceUSASporta/200909300440

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Holtz: Without Virginia Tech, Herd stats are strong

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200909300439

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall's Slate hopes to avoid troubles of last 3-1 start

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200909300423

From the Herald Dispatch, Bradshaw wears boot at practice

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x883089491/Bradshaw-wears-boot-at-practice

From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: Marshall, Louisville set to play in 2011

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x883089513/Marshall-Louisville-set-to-play-in-2011

From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: Pirates pack plenty of age, experience

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x883089519/Pirates-pack-plenty-of-age-experience

From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall in the NFL

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x883089521/No-Headline

From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall, ECU seek 1st place

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x883089517/Marshall-ECU-seek-1st-place

From the Herald Dispatch, Herd offense comes alive to even season record

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x883089523/Herd-offense-comes-alive-to-even-season-record