Doug Legursky, C, Pittsburgh Steelers
Undrafted free agent Ramon Foster was chosen to start at Left Guard over Doug Legursky during Pittsburgh's 20 - 17 over time loss to Baltimore.
Randy Moss, WR, New England Patriots
New England is playing on Monday Night Football aginst New Orleans.
Chris Hanson, P, New England Patriots
New England is playing on Monday Night Football aginst New Orleans.
Chris Massey, LS, St. Louis Rams
Out for the season, St. Louis lost to Seattle 27 – 17.
Chris Crocker, S, Cincinnati Bengals
Registered 3 tackles with one assisted tackle duirng Cinncinnati's 16 - 7 win over Cleveland.
Byron Leftwich, QB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Was placed on IR on November 24th due to elbow soreness. Tampa Bay lost to Atlanta 20 - 17.
C.J Spillman, S, San Diego Chargers
Was inactive during San Diego’s 43 – 17 win over Kansas City.
Ahmad Bradshaw, RB, New York Giants
Out with a ankle injury during New Yorks 26 - 6 loss to Denver
Chad Pennington, QB, Miami Dolphins
Out for the season. Miami loss to Buffalo 25 - 23.
Monday, November 30, 2009
Snyder to be Paid
Mike Hamrick told the Charleston Daily Mail former head football coach Mark Snyder will be paid through his contract:
Hamrick told the Daily Mail that Snyder will be paid the remaining three seasons on his contract, which runs through June 30, 2013.
"We will still honor our contractual obligations to Mark," Hamrick said. "It's the right thing to do."
The Herd will pay a buyout that has been estimated in the $537,000 range. All assistant coaches will be paid for the duration of their contracts and are expected to remain in Huntington for any bowl preparation.
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911290223
Hamrick told the Daily Mail that Snyder will be paid the remaining three seasons on his contract, which runs through June 30, 2013.
"We will still honor our contractual obligations to Mark," Hamrick said. "It's the right thing to do."
The Herd will pay a buyout that has been estimated in the $537,000 range. All assistant coaches will be paid for the duration of their contracts and are expected to remain in Huntington for any bowl preparation.
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911290223
Today's Marshall Sports News 11/30
From the Charleston Gazette, Mark Snyder's most memorable losses
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911290532
From the Charleston Gazette, Now pressure's on Hamrick
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911290529
From the Charleston Gazette, Snyder out at Marshall
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911290530
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Ohio coach likens Marshall's Whiteside to Greg Oden
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911300047
From the Charleston Daily Mail, 'We're sad to see him go'
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911300057
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Snyder resigns as Herd football coach
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911290223
From the Herald Dispatch, MU awaits bowl fate amid waning optimism
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x157679319/MU-awaits-bowl-fate-amid-waning-optimism
From the Herald Dispatch, Snyder's resignation shocks players
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x157679327/Snyders-resignation-shocks-players
From the Herald Dispatch, The Snyder years
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x157679331/The-Snyder-years
From the Herald Dispatch, Chuck Landon: Decision brings end to an error
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x157679323/Decision-brings-end-to-an-error
From the Herald Dispatch, Mark Snyder timeline
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x157679333/Mark-Snyder-timeline
From the Herald Dispatch, Turnstile count
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x157679329/Turnstile-count
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911290532
From the Charleston Gazette, Now pressure's on Hamrick
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911290529
From the Charleston Gazette, Snyder out at Marshall
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911290530
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Ohio coach likens Marshall's Whiteside to Greg Oden
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911300047
From the Charleston Daily Mail, 'We're sad to see him go'
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911300057
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Snyder resigns as Herd football coach
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911290223
From the Herald Dispatch, MU awaits bowl fate amid waning optimism
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x157679319/MU-awaits-bowl-fate-amid-waning-optimism
From the Herald Dispatch, Snyder's resignation shocks players
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x157679327/Snyders-resignation-shocks-players
From the Herald Dispatch, The Snyder years
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x157679331/The-Snyder-years
From the Herald Dispatch, Chuck Landon: Decision brings end to an error
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x157679323/Decision-brings-end-to-an-error
From the Herald Dispatch, Mark Snyder timeline
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x157679333/Mark-Snyder-timeline
From the Herald Dispatch, Turnstile count
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x157679329/Turnstile-count
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Mike Hamrick Video
Video of Marshall AD Mike Hamrick talking about Mark Snyder resigning as head foot ball coach. Start at the five minute mark.
http://www.boomboxradio.net/boombox/PlayerSetup/Players/WOWKTVPlayer.aspx?FileId=230205_wowktv
http://www.boomboxradio.net/boombox/PlayerSetup/Players/WOWKTVPlayer.aspx?FileId=230205_wowktv
Rick Minter to Coach in Bowl Game
From Doug Smock at the Charleston Gazette:
Defensive coordinator Rick Minter will serve as interim coach if Marshall plays in a bowl game. As a provisionally eligible team, there appears to be just one opportunity, albeit a likely one -- if Army loses to Navy, the Herd would take Army's spot in the Washington-based EagleBank Bowl on Dec. 29. There will be a long wait for that determination, as Army and Navy do not play until Dec. 12.
http://sundaygazettemail.com/Sports/200911290224
Defensive coordinator Rick Minter will serve as interim coach if Marshall plays in a bowl game. As a provisionally eligible team, there appears to be just one opportunity, albeit a likely one -- if Army loses to Navy, the Herd would take Army's spot in the Washington-based EagleBank Bowl on Dec. 29. There will be a long wait for that determination, as Army and Navy do not play until Dec. 12.
http://sundaygazettemail.com/Sports/200911290224
Eastman & Beaudine, to Help With Coach Search
It looks like Eastman and Beaudine will help with our football coach search, from Chuck Landon of the Herald Dispatch on June 10th 2010:
Speaking of executive recruitment firms such as Eastman & Beaudine, this is how they operate.
They are somewhat like a law firm on retainer.
When they are hired to do one job search, the client university also is obligated to the firm for the school’s next athletic job search.
Take SMU, for example.
Eastman & Beaudine handled the Mustangs’ search for a new athletic director. They successly landed Steve Orsini, who had been UCF’s athletic director, for SMU.
So, then, when the Mustangs were in the market for a new men’s head basketball coach, Eastman & Beaudine also filled that vacancy.
That’s how SMU got current coach Matt Doherty.
Orsini has worked out well.
Doherty?
Not so much.
It just goes to show that sometimes with executive recruitment firms, a university has to take the good with the bad.
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1984676419/Chuck-Landon-MU-search-and-more
Speaking of executive recruitment firms such as Eastman & Beaudine, this is how they operate.
They are somewhat like a law firm on retainer.
When they are hired to do one job search, the client university also is obligated to the firm for the school’s next athletic job search.
Take SMU, for example.
Eastman & Beaudine handled the Mustangs’ search for a new athletic director. They successly landed Steve Orsini, who had been UCF’s athletic director, for SMU.
So, then, when the Mustangs were in the market for a new men’s head basketball coach, Eastman & Beaudine also filled that vacancy.
That’s how SMU got current coach Matt Doherty.
Orsini has worked out well.
Doherty?
Not so much.
It just goes to show that sometimes with executive recruitment firms, a university has to take the good with the bad.
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1984676419/Chuck-Landon-MU-search-and-more
Mark Snyder Quotes
“I met with Mike Hamrick (Director of Athletics) extensively today and we discussed our football program. I feel that it was in the best interest of our program for me to announce my intent to resign my position,” Snyder said. “It has been an honor to be the coach here and I will always be appreciative of the opportunity my university gave me.
“I want to thank all of the fans for their support and all of my players and assistant coaches for their hard work and dedication. I wish the program nothing but the best.”
“I want to thank all of the fans for their support and all of my players and assistant coaches for their hard work and dedication. I wish the program nothing but the best.”
Mark Snyder Resigns
HUNTINGTON — A lone lopsided loss didn’t result in Sunday’s Marshall University football head coaching change. Instead, numerous factors factored into Mark Snyder’s resignation, announced by athletic director Mike Hamrick.
"Mark and I met and had a long meeting," Hamrick said. "He thought it was in his best interests to resign.
"I met with him extensively and he told me is going to resign."
Hamrick and Snyder met with Marshall players Sunday following Snyder's resignation.
Snyder, a former Thundering Herd player and graduate assistant coach, had a 22-37 record in five seasons, including a 6-6 mark this seson.
Marshall’s regular season ended Saturday with a 52-21 defeat at UTEP, but with six wins the Herd is conditionally eligible for a bowl game invitation.
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/breaking/x165323618/ESPN-report-Snyder-out-at-MU
"Mark and I met and had a long meeting," Hamrick said. "He thought it was in his best interests to resign.
"I met with him extensively and he told me is going to resign."
Hamrick and Snyder met with Marshall players Sunday following Snyder's resignation.
Snyder, a former Thundering Herd player and graduate assistant coach, had a 22-37 record in five seasons, including a 6-6 mark this seson.
Marshall’s regular season ended Saturday with a 52-21 defeat at UTEP, but with six wins the Herd is conditionally eligible for a bowl game invitation.
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/breaking/x165323618/ESPN-report-Snyder-out-at-MU
Mark Snyder Fired
As reported by ESPN and WSAZ head football coach Mark Snyder has been fired. Look for a official anouncment from the University later today.
*UPDATE*
It has also been reported that Snyder resigned which means there would be no buy out. Snyder will adress his team at 3pm. Check back for updates.
*UPDATE*
It has also been reported that Snyder resigned which means there would be no buy out. Snyder will adress his team at 3pm. Check back for updates.
Saturday, November 28, 2009
BREAKING NEWS!
On his Charleston Gazette Blog Doug Smock says:
Can’t confirm it…
by Doug Smock
But I have good reason to believe the hammer is dropping Sunday…
http://blogs.wvgazette.com/dougsmock/
Will Snyder be gone Sunday?
Can’t confirm it…
by Doug Smock
But I have good reason to believe the hammer is dropping Sunday…
http://blogs.wvgazette.com/dougsmock/
Will Snyder be gone Sunday?
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Out for the Week
As you can see I am not posting this week. Come back Monday November 30th for new updates!
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Out of Town
I will be out of town starting Friday November 20th and returning Monday November 30th. The blog will not be updated 11/20 and I have not decided if I will post at all next week. Check back starting Monday for a new message regarding next weeks status.
Opponent Watch: SMU
From ESPN.com, No worries about SMU getting complacent
http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/13347/no-worries-about-smu-getting-complacent
From the Dallas Morning News, SMU's Hawaii hopes may give way to tradition
http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/colleges/smu/stories/111709dnsposmufbclede.324ed6f.html
From the New York Times, S.M.U. Is Ready for a Luau
http://thequad.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/11/16/smu-is-ready-for-a-luau/
From the Dallas Morning News, Surging Mustangs 'ahead of schedule'
http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/colleges/smu/stories/111609dnsposmubrief.2bf110390.html
From the SMU Daily Campus, Mustangs look for seventh win, guaranteed bowl appearance this weekend
http://media.www.smudailycampus.com/media/storage/paper949/news/2009/11/19/Sports/Mustangs.Look.For.Seventh.Win.Guaranteed.Bowl.Appearance.This.Weekend-3836582.shtml
From the Dallas Observer, TCU's Football Team Demands National Recognition While SMU Takes Relatively Quiet Steps
http://www.dallasobserver.com/2009-11-19/news/tcu-s-football-team-demands-national-recognition-while-smu-takes-relatively-quiet-steps/
From the Dallas Morning News, Behind former track star's kick-blocking, SMU bids to end 25-year bowl drought
http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/columnists/ksherrington/stories/111409dnsposherrington.34a73ce.html
From SMUMustangs.com, SMU Edges UTEP, 35-31
http://smumustangs.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/111409aaa.html
From Ponyfans.com, Mystery man
http://www.ponyfans.com/features/index.php?id=129
http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/13347/no-worries-about-smu-getting-complacent
From the Dallas Morning News, SMU's Hawaii hopes may give way to tradition
http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/colleges/smu/stories/111709dnsposmufbclede.324ed6f.html
From the New York Times, S.M.U. Is Ready for a Luau
http://thequad.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/11/16/smu-is-ready-for-a-luau/
From the Dallas Morning News, Surging Mustangs 'ahead of schedule'
http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/colleges/smu/stories/111609dnsposmubrief.2bf110390.html
From the SMU Daily Campus, Mustangs look for seventh win, guaranteed bowl appearance this weekend
http://media.www.smudailycampus.com/media/storage/paper949/news/2009/11/19/Sports/Mustangs.Look.For.Seventh.Win.Guaranteed.Bowl.Appearance.This.Weekend-3836582.shtml
From the Dallas Observer, TCU's Football Team Demands National Recognition While SMU Takes Relatively Quiet Steps
http://www.dallasobserver.com/2009-11-19/news/tcu-s-football-team-demands-national-recognition-while-smu-takes-relatively-quiet-steps/
From the Dallas Morning News, Behind former track star's kick-blocking, SMU bids to end 25-year bowl drought
http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/columnists/ksherrington/stories/111409dnsposherrington.34a73ce.html
From SMUMustangs.com, SMU Edges UTEP, 35-31
http://smumustangs.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/111409aaa.html
From Ponyfans.com, Mystery man
http://www.ponyfans.com/features/index.php?id=129
Today's Marshall Sports News 11/19
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall's healing line looks to rebound
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911181189
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Snyder: No place like a hotel for holidays
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911181213
From the Herald Dispatch, Line back to full strength
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1864775005/Line-back-to-full-strength
From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: Marshall kicker reminded of perfection
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1864774997/Marshall-kicker-reminded-of-perfection
From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: Jones yet to implement all of system at SMU
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1864775007/Jones-yet-to-implement-all-of-system-at-SMU
From the Herald Dispatch, Tolsia fundraising begins
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1864775001/Tolsia-fundraising-begins
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911181189
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Snyder: No place like a hotel for holidays
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911181213
From the Herald Dispatch, Line back to full strength
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1864775005/Line-back-to-full-strength
From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: Marshall kicker reminded of perfection
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1864774997/Marshall-kicker-reminded-of-perfection
From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: Jones yet to implement all of system at SMU
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1864775007/Jones-yet-to-implement-all-of-system-at-SMU
From the Herald Dispatch, Tolsia fundraising begins
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1864775001/Tolsia-fundraising-begins
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Specials for Saturday’s football game
Got this info from the Big Green:
1.In case you haven’t heard, it is Senior Day this weekend, last home game. First 3,000 fans
receive Senior players photo.
2. Ticket office is having Fan appreciation for last home game, buy 2 tickets, get 1 free for the
game. First 1,000 kids 12 and under, receive 10 pack of Marshall player cards.
1.In case you haven’t heard, it is Senior Day this weekend, last home game. First 3,000 fans
receive Senior players photo.
2. Ticket office is having Fan appreciation for last home game, buy 2 tickets, get 1 free for the
game. First 1,000 kids 12 and under, receive 10 pack of Marshall player cards.
Alumni Update
Big news regarding two former Marshall stars:
With an injury to standout point guard Jerome Nelson the Orlando Magic have elevated Jason Williams into the starting five. Nelson will have surgery on his knee and is expected to be out 4 – 6 weeks. Williams has averaged 5.4 points and 4 assist per game coming off the bench this season. Read the whole story here: http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallAlumni/200911180065
Today former Marshall quarterback Chad Pennington will see Dr. James Andrews to map out a rehabilitation program for his surgically repaired shoulder. At this point Pennington has not decided whether or not to play next season. From the article it appears that Pennington’s decision might hinge on his ability to compete for a starting spot somewhere in the NFL in 2010. Read the whole story here: http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallAlumni/200911180060
With an injury to standout point guard Jerome Nelson the Orlando Magic have elevated Jason Williams into the starting five. Nelson will have surgery on his knee and is expected to be out 4 – 6 weeks. Williams has averaged 5.4 points and 4 assist per game coming off the bench this season. Read the whole story here: http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallAlumni/200911180065
Today former Marshall quarterback Chad Pennington will see Dr. James Andrews to map out a rehabilitation program for his surgically repaired shoulder. At this point Pennington has not decided whether or not to play next season. From the article it appears that Pennington’s decision might hinge on his ability to compete for a starting spot somewhere in the NFL in 2010. Read the whole story here: http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallAlumni/200911180060
Bowl Update
Found this in either the Charleston Gazette or Daily Mail, good news for any Marshall fan looking to visit D.C in late December:
(As an aside, an EagleBank Bowl official said this week that if Army cannot fill its spot - the Black Knights are 4-6 with games left against North Texas and Navy - the bowl slot goes straight to Conference USA, and not to seven-win teams from the national at-large pool.)
(As an aside, an EagleBank Bowl official said this week that if Army cannot fill its spot - the Black Knights are 4-6 with games left against North Texas and Navy - the bowl slot goes straight to Conference USA, and not to seven-win teams from the national at-large pool.)
Today's Marshall Sports News 11/18
From the Charleston Gazette, Herd hangs on for 63-60 win over MTSU
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911171157
From the Charleston Gazette, Slate's Herd career is over
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911171121
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall basketball gets win in grinder
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911180113
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall tight end Slate out for season
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911180074
From the Herald Dispatch, Defense wins it for Herd
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x978839792/Defense-wins-it-for-Herd
From the Herald Dispatch, Jacobs is excited about Class of '10
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x978839802/Jacobs-is-excited-about-Class-of-10
From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: Pitts relieves worry with clutch late free throws
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x978839788/Pitts-relieves-worry-with-clutch-late-free-throws
From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: Snyder family hopes for Christmas on road
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x978839798/Snyder-family-hopes-for-Christmas-on-road
From the Herald Dispatch, MU-MTSU box score
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x978839794/No-Headline
From the Herald Dispatch, Daily Thunder
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x978839786/No-Headline
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911171157
From the Charleston Gazette, Slate's Herd career is over
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911171121
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall basketball gets win in grinder
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911180113
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall tight end Slate out for season
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911180074
From the Herald Dispatch, Defense wins it for Herd
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x978839792/Defense-wins-it-for-Herd
From the Herald Dispatch, Jacobs is excited about Class of '10
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x978839802/Jacobs-is-excited-about-Class-of-10
From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: Pitts relieves worry with clutch late free throws
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x978839788/Pitts-relieves-worry-with-clutch-late-free-throws
From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: Snyder family hopes for Christmas on road
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x978839798/Snyder-family-hopes-for-Christmas-on-road
From the Herald Dispatch, MU-MTSU box score
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x978839794/No-Headline
From the Herald Dispatch, Daily Thunder
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x978839786/No-Headline
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Cody Slate done for the season
2009/The Herald-Dispatch
Herald-Dispatch.com
HUNTINGTON -- Marshall University football tight end Cody Slate will miss the remainder of his senior season because of a knee injury, head coach Mark Snyder said Tuesday at the Huntington Quarterback Club luncheon.
Slate was injured Saturday during a game against Southern Miss.
He is a leading candiate for the John Mackey Award given to the nation's top tight end.
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x165322136/Cody-Slate-done-for-the-season
Herald-Dispatch.com
HUNTINGTON -- Marshall University football tight end Cody Slate will miss the remainder of his senior season because of a knee injury, head coach Mark Snyder said Tuesday at the Huntington Quarterback Club luncheon.
Slate was injured Saturday during a game against Southern Miss.
He is a leading candiate for the John Mackey Award given to the nation's top tight end.
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x165322136/Cody-Slate-done-for-the-season
"Coach Stays"
Jim Walker at the Ironton Tribune says Mark Snyder has slowly gotten Marshall pointed in the right direction and should stick around past this year. What do you think?
http://www.irontontribune.com/news/2009/nov/16/snyders-plan-slowly-working/
http://www.irontontribune.com/news/2009/nov/16/snyders-plan-slowly-working/
Opponent Watch: Middle Tenessee
Marshall’s men’s basketball team tips off against Middle Tennessee tonight in the Cam Henderson center. Here are a few notes about Middle Tennessee:
Member of the Sun Belt Conference. Picked to finish third (pre-season poll) in the conferences eastern half.
Desmond Yates a senior forward was named to the Sun Belt all conference pre-season first team. Last year Yates averaged 17.2ppg. Yates will not be playing in tonight’s game due to a knee injury.
Middle Tennessee is 1 -1 this season with a win over King College (93 – 73) and a loss to Ohio (81 – 68).
During there first two games guard/forward Montarrio Haddock has been pacing the blue raiders averaging 24ppg and 6.5reb.
Also averaging double figures in points for the first two games are guard James Washington (17.5ppg) forward J.T Sutton (14ppg) and guard James Gallman (11ppg)
Read about Middle Tennessee latest game, a loss to Ohio, here: http://sports.espn.go.com/ncb/recap?gameId=293190195
Member of the Sun Belt Conference. Picked to finish third (pre-season poll) in the conferences eastern half.
Desmond Yates a senior forward was named to the Sun Belt all conference pre-season first team. Last year Yates averaged 17.2ppg. Yates will not be playing in tonight’s game due to a knee injury.
Middle Tennessee is 1 -1 this season with a win over King College (93 – 73) and a loss to Ohio (81 – 68).
During there first two games guard/forward Montarrio Haddock has been pacing the blue raiders averaging 24ppg and 6.5reb.
Also averaging double figures in points for the first two games are guard James Washington (17.5ppg) forward J.T Sutton (14ppg) and guard James Gallman (11ppg)
Read about Middle Tennessee latest game, a loss to Ohio, here: http://sports.espn.go.com/ncb/recap?gameId=293190195
Verbal Commitment Watch
DE/TE Jamie Onufrak, Out Door Academy:
Out Door Academy beat The Villages 49 – 42 Friday night. The Thunder will play there first round playoff game (Class 1B Florida) this Friday against St. Petersburg Admiral Farragut. Onufrak does not show up in the game story but this season he has caught 20 passes for 200 yards and four touchdowns. Read about Out Door Academy’s victory here: http://www.heraldtribune.com/apps/pbcs.dll/section?Category=sports0515
TE/LS James Powers, Myrtle Beach High School:
In there second round playoff game Myrtle Beach beat Midland Valley 38 – 7. Powers does not show up in the game story but you can read it here: http://www.thesunnews.com/940/story/1166114.html
DE A.J Scott, Robert E Lee High School:
In there first round playoff game Robert E Lee demolished Stuarts Draft 49 – 19 Friday night. With the victory Lee advances to a second round match up against Liberty-Bedford. Scott does not appear in the game story but his defense caused three fumbles. Read about the game here: http://www.newsleader.com/article/20091115/HSSPORTS01/91114021/Robert-E.-Lee-blitzes-Stuarts-Draft
WR Raheem Waiters, Riverside High School:
Out for the season with a torn ACL.
LB Trevor Black, Hargrave Military Academy:
Black has qualified academically and will be enrolling at Marshall next semester so he can participate in spring practice. Marshall was Hargrave's last game of the season.
DE Darien Moody, Gahanna Lincoln High School:
Gahanna Lincoln finished there season on October 30th with a 35 – 28 win over Groveport. Lincoln closed out the year with a 4 - 6 record. I have attached a story that covers all of Lincoln’s season, Moody is mentioned briefly: http://www.thisweeknews.com/live/content/gahanna/stories/2009/11/11/sports/1112rffb_sp.html?sid=104
Out Door Academy beat The Villages 49 – 42 Friday night. The Thunder will play there first round playoff game (Class 1B Florida) this Friday against St. Petersburg Admiral Farragut. Onufrak does not show up in the game story but this season he has caught 20 passes for 200 yards and four touchdowns. Read about Out Door Academy’s victory here: http://www.heraldtribune.com/apps/pbcs.dll/section?Category=sports0515
TE/LS James Powers, Myrtle Beach High School:
In there second round playoff game Myrtle Beach beat Midland Valley 38 – 7. Powers does not show up in the game story but you can read it here: http://www.thesunnews.com/940/story/1166114.html
DE A.J Scott, Robert E Lee High School:
In there first round playoff game Robert E Lee demolished Stuarts Draft 49 – 19 Friday night. With the victory Lee advances to a second round match up against Liberty-Bedford. Scott does not appear in the game story but his defense caused three fumbles. Read about the game here: http://www.newsleader.com/article/20091115/HSSPORTS01/91114021/Robert-E.-Lee-blitzes-Stuarts-Draft
WR Raheem Waiters, Riverside High School:
Out for the season with a torn ACL.
LB Trevor Black, Hargrave Military Academy:
Black has qualified academically and will be enrolling at Marshall next semester so he can participate in spring practice. Marshall was Hargrave's last game of the season.
DE Darien Moody, Gahanna Lincoln High School:
Gahanna Lincoln finished there season on October 30th with a 35 – 28 win over Groveport. Lincoln closed out the year with a 4 - 6 record. I have attached a story that covers all of Lincoln’s season, Moody is mentioned briefly: http://www.thisweeknews.com/live/content/gahanna/stories/2009/11/11/sports/1112rffb_sp.html?sid=104
Craig Ratanamorn
Craig Ratanamorn was named as the “Lou Groza Star of the Week”. During Marshall's game against Southern Mississippi Ratanamorn connected on 27 and 46 yard field goals. This season Ratanamorn has been perfect on field goals and is one of twenty finalist for the Lou Groza award.
http://herdzone.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/111609aab.html
http://herdzone.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/111609aab.html
Today's Marshall Sports News 11/17
From the Charleston Gazette, Merthie again runs show for Herd basketball
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911161063
From the Charleston Gazette, Turnaround taking place for SMU
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911161053
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd's Slate will miss home finale
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911160849
From the Herald Dispatch, Merthie perseveres
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x496072857/Merthie-perseveres
From the Herald Dispatch, TE Slate awaits results of MRI
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x496072859/TE-Slate-awaits-results-of-MRI
From the Herald Dispatch, Herd falters in loss to Seton Hall
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x496072865/Herd-falters-in-loss-to-Seton-Hall
From the Herald Dispatch, Despite injury, Slate named Mackey Award finalist
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x496072861/Despite-injury-Slate-named-Mackey-Award-finalist
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911161063
From the Charleston Gazette, Turnaround taking place for SMU
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911161053
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd's Slate will miss home finale
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911160849
From the Herald Dispatch, Merthie perseveres
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x496072857/Merthie-perseveres
From the Herald Dispatch, TE Slate awaits results of MRI
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x496072859/TE-Slate-awaits-results-of-MRI
From the Herald Dispatch, Herd falters in loss to Seton Hall
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x496072865/Herd-falters-in-loss-to-Seton-Hall
From the Herald Dispatch, Despite injury, Slate named Mackey Award finalist
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x496072861/Despite-injury-Slate-named-Mackey-Award-finalist
Monday, November 16, 2009
From this weekend.....
Thought I should post two stories that might have gotten lost in the weekend shuffle.
1. Marshall lost the C-USA men’s soccer tournament final to Tulsa in Oklahoma. The Golden Hurricanes defeated Marshall 3 – 0 to secure their third straight C-USA championship. Marshall has an outside chance of securing an at large bid to the NCAA tournament but it is unlikely C-USA will send two teams.
2. Marshall Football landed another verbal commitment for 2010. Darien Moody, a defensive end from Gahanna Ohio committed to the Herd Friday afternoon. See his Rivals.com profile here: http://rivals.yahoo.com/marshall/football/recruiting/player-Darien-Moody-94928
1. Marshall lost the C-USA men’s soccer tournament final to Tulsa in Oklahoma. The Golden Hurricanes defeated Marshall 3 – 0 to secure their third straight C-USA championship. Marshall has an outside chance of securing an at large bid to the NCAA tournament but it is unlikely C-USA will send two teams.
2. Marshall Football landed another verbal commitment for 2010. Darien Moody, a defensive end from Gahanna Ohio committed to the Herd Friday afternoon. See his Rivals.com profile here: http://rivals.yahoo.com/marshall/football/recruiting/player-Darien-Moody-94928
Marshall in the NFL Week 10
Doug Legursky, C, Pittsburgh Steelers
Was the first interior lineman off the bench during Pittsburgh’s 18 – 12 loss to Cincinnati.
Randy Moss, WR, New England Patriots
Caught 9 passes for 179 yards and 2 touchdowns during New England’s 35 – 34 loss to Indianapolis.
Chris Hanson, P, New England Patriots
Punted 4 times for a 44 yard average, 2 punts landed inside the twenty. New England lost to Indianapolis 35 – 34.
Chris Massey, LS, St. Louis Rams
Out for the season, St. Louis lost to New Orleans 28 – 23.
Chris Crocker, S, Cincinnati Bengals
Registered 2 tackles and one assist plus a pass deflected during Cincinnati’s 18 – 12 win over Pittsburgh.
Byron Leftwich, QB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Did not play during Tampa Bay’s 25 – 23 loss to Miami.
C.J Spillman, S, San Diego Chargers
Registered his first NFL assisted tackle during San Diego’s 31 – 23 win over Philadelphia.
Ahmad Bradshaw, RB, New York Giants
Giants had a bye week.
Chad Pennington, QB, Miami Dolphins
Out for the season. Miami beat Tampa Bay 25 - 23.
Was the first interior lineman off the bench during Pittsburgh’s 18 – 12 loss to Cincinnati.
Randy Moss, WR, New England Patriots
Caught 9 passes for 179 yards and 2 touchdowns during New England’s 35 – 34 loss to Indianapolis.
Chris Hanson, P, New England Patriots
Punted 4 times for a 44 yard average, 2 punts landed inside the twenty. New England lost to Indianapolis 35 – 34.
Chris Massey, LS, St. Louis Rams
Out for the season, St. Louis lost to New Orleans 28 – 23.
Chris Crocker, S, Cincinnati Bengals
Registered 2 tackles and one assist plus a pass deflected during Cincinnati’s 18 – 12 win over Pittsburgh.
Byron Leftwich, QB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Did not play during Tampa Bay’s 25 – 23 loss to Miami.
C.J Spillman, S, San Diego Chargers
Registered his first NFL assisted tackle during San Diego’s 31 – 23 win over Philadelphia.
Ahmad Bradshaw, RB, New York Giants
Giants had a bye week.
Chad Pennington, QB, Miami Dolphins
Out for the season. Miami beat Tampa Bay 25 - 23.
Today's Marshall Sports News 11/16
From the Charleston Gazette, Snyder's fate likely sealed with loss
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911140766
From the Charleston Gazette, Hurry-up slowing down Herd offense
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911150679
From the Charleston Gazette, Herd pulls away, drops North Carolina A&T
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911150680
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall falls to Tulsa in C-USA finals
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/OtherMarshallSports/200911160030
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Johnson, Whiteside lead Herd to victory
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911160033
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Southern Miss topples Marshall 27-20
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911150180
From the Herald Dispatch, Herd wins season opener
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x174052064/Herd-wins-season-opener
From the Herald Dispatch, Men's hoops has everything a fan could want
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x174052072/Mens-hoops-has-everything-a-fan-could-want
From the Herald Dispatch, Seton Hall will pose tall task for Herd women
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x174052076/Seton-Hall-will-pose-tall-task-for-Herd-women
From the Herald Dispatch, Reserve players will have to step up in wake of injuries
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x174052070/Reserve-players-will-have-to-step-up-in-wake-of-injuries
From the Herald Dispatch, QB's spirit earns respect of teammates
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x174052068/QBs-spirit-earns-respect-of-teammates
From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: World's tallest spark-plug energizes Herd hoops
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x174052062/Worlds-tallest-spark-plug-energizes-Herd-hoops
From the Herald Dispatch, Tulsa crowned C-USA champs
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x174052074/Tulsa-crowned-C-USA-champs
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911140766
From the Charleston Gazette, Hurry-up slowing down Herd offense
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911150679
From the Charleston Gazette, Herd pulls away, drops North Carolina A&T
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911150680
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall falls to Tulsa in C-USA finals
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/OtherMarshallSports/200911160030
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Johnson, Whiteside lead Herd to victory
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911160033
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Southern Miss topples Marshall 27-20
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911150180
From the Herald Dispatch, Herd wins season opener
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x174052064/Herd-wins-season-opener
From the Herald Dispatch, Men's hoops has everything a fan could want
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x174052072/Mens-hoops-has-everything-a-fan-could-want
From the Herald Dispatch, Seton Hall will pose tall task for Herd women
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x174052076/Seton-Hall-will-pose-tall-task-for-Herd-women
From the Herald Dispatch, Reserve players will have to step up in wake of injuries
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x174052070/Reserve-players-will-have-to-step-up-in-wake-of-injuries
From the Herald Dispatch, QB's spirit earns respect of teammates
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x174052068/QBs-spirit-earns-respect-of-teammates
From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: World's tallest spark-plug energizes Herd hoops
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x174052062/Worlds-tallest-spark-plug-energizes-Herd-hoops
From the Herald Dispatch, Tulsa crowned C-USA champs
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x174052074/Tulsa-crowned-C-USA-champs
Friday, November 13, 2009
Even though we are playing a football game Saturday tomorrows focus is about the men above who are no longer with us. Those brave souls who suffered through the worst tragedy in sports history and what are University is most recognized for today. When your cheering for the Herd tomorrow remember them and their great sacrifice to all of us.
Go Herd and Never Forget!
Two Links:
From Marshall University, has a profile of each team member / coach who perished in the crash along with other great information
http://www.marshall.edu/library/speccoll/virtual_museum/Memorial/teamphoto.asp
From the Herald Dispatch, covers every thing from crash to recovery to movie. Also includes info about this years memorial
http://media.herald-dispatch.com/mucrash/index.php
Men's Soccer!
Marshal will take on UAB tonight in the first semifinal of C-USA’s men’s soccer tournament. Marshall is the two seed while UAB is the three seed. The winner will play either Tulsa or Kentucky at 1pm Sunday for the championship. All games are taking place at Tulsa. Follow Marshalls game against UAB tonight at 6PM via game tracker: http://conferenceusa.cstv.com/championships/09-m-soccer-championship.html. You can also watch a live feed of the contest if you are a C-USA All Access customer using the same link.
Lets go Herd, bring us our first C-USA title of 2009!
Lets go Herd, bring us our first C-USA title of 2009!
Today's Marshall Sports News 11/13
From the Charleston Gazette, Marshall-Southern Miss helps paint bowl picture
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911121006
From the Charleston Gazette, Bowl notes, by conference (Thursday 9:30 p.m.)
http://blogs.wvgazette.com/dougsmock/2009/11/12/bowl-notes-by-conference/
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Southern Miss QB savors his time as starter
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911130072
From the Herald Dispatch, MU women open season against Appalachian State
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x647957477/MU-women-open-season-against-Appalachian-State
From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall men open tournament
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x647957475/Marshall-men-open-tournament
From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall faces QB growing into job
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x647957473/Marshall-faces-QB-growing-into-job
From the Herald Dispatch, MU takes C-USA soccer awards
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1201848127/MU-takes-C-USA-soccer-awards
From the Herald Dispatch, Crocker enjoying winning in Cincinnati
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x165321671/Crocker-enjoying-winning-in-Cincinnati
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911121006
From the Charleston Gazette, Bowl notes, by conference (Thursday 9:30 p.m.)
http://blogs.wvgazette.com/dougsmock/2009/11/12/bowl-notes-by-conference/
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Southern Miss QB savors his time as starter
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911130072
From the Herald Dispatch, MU women open season against Appalachian State
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x647957477/MU-women-open-season-against-Appalachian-State
From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall men open tournament
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x647957475/Marshall-men-open-tournament
From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall faces QB growing into job
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x647957473/Marshall-faces-QB-growing-into-job
From the Herald Dispatch, MU takes C-USA soccer awards
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1201848127/MU-takes-C-USA-soccer-awards
From the Herald Dispatch, Crocker enjoying winning in Cincinnati
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x165321671/Crocker-enjoying-winning-in-Cincinnati
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Opponent Watch
From the Hattiesburg American, Hicks Excels Despite Injury
http://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/article/20091112/SOUTHERNMISS/91111022/Hicks-excels-despite-injury
From the Hattiesburg American, Fedora yet to name kicker for Marshall game
http://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/article/20091112/SOUTHERNMISS/91111023/1050/Fedora-yet-to-name-kicker-for-Marshall-game
From the Hattiesburg American, Eagles focus on slowing down Marshall running back, tight end
http://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/article/20091111/SOUTHERNMISS/91110020/1050/Eagles-focus-on-slowing-down-Marshall-running-back-tight-end
From the Hattiesburg American, Fedora: It is a 3-game season
http://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/article/20091110/SOUTHERNMISS/91109024/1050/Fedora-It-is-a-3-game-season
From the Jackson Clarion Ledger, USM notebook: PAT kicks prove hard for Eagles
http://www.clarionledger.com/article/20091112/SPORTS030104/911120328/1097/USM-notebook-PAT-kicks-prove-hard-for-Eagles
From the Jackson Clarion Ledger, Week off eases Southern Miss' pain
http://www.clarionledger.com/article/20091108/SPORTS030104/911080341/1097/Week-off-eases-Southern-Miss-pain
From the Jackson Clarion Ledger, Golden Eagles control destiny
http://www.clarionledger.com/article/20091110/SPORTS030104/911100322/1097/Golden-Eagles-control-destiny
http://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/article/20091112/SOUTHERNMISS/91111022/Hicks-excels-despite-injury
From the Hattiesburg American, Fedora yet to name kicker for Marshall game
http://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/article/20091112/SOUTHERNMISS/91111023/1050/Fedora-yet-to-name-kicker-for-Marshall-game
From the Hattiesburg American, Eagles focus on slowing down Marshall running back, tight end
http://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/article/20091111/SOUTHERNMISS/91110020/1050/Eagles-focus-on-slowing-down-Marshall-running-back-tight-end
From the Hattiesburg American, Fedora: It is a 3-game season
http://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/article/20091110/SOUTHERNMISS/91109024/1050/Fedora-It-is-a-3-game-season
From the Jackson Clarion Ledger, USM notebook: PAT kicks prove hard for Eagles
http://www.clarionledger.com/article/20091112/SPORTS030104/911120328/1097/USM-notebook-PAT-kicks-prove-hard-for-Eagles
From the Jackson Clarion Ledger, Week off eases Southern Miss' pain
http://www.clarionledger.com/article/20091108/SPORTS030104/911080341/1097/Week-off-eases-Southern-Miss-pain
From the Jackson Clarion Ledger, Golden Eagles control destiny
http://www.clarionledger.com/article/20091110/SPORTS030104/911100322/1097/Golden-Eagles-control-destiny
Basketball Recruiting Update
Sam Mills, the only point guard and presumably the last player Donnie Jones is recruiting for his 2010 class did not ink a letter of intent with any school yesterday. Mills is a highly touted guard out of Cardinal Gibbons prep in Florida. Scout.com has Mills ranked as the 21st best point guard prospect in 2010.
Today's Marshall Sports News 11/12
From the Charleston Gazette, Marshall basketball team signs 6-9 transfer
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911111149
From the Charleston Gazette, Southern Miss has offensive identity crisis
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911111153
From the Charleston Gazette, Front line shines in Herd romp
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911111154
From the Charleston Daily Mail, WVU's Brown not the same since hit vs. Marshall
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/WVUFootball/200911111069
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall men's basketball signs transfer
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911110868
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Southern Miss, East Carolina sit in conference driver's seat
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911111101
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall football needs fan support
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911111095
From the Herald Dispatch, Florida transfer signs with Marshall
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1310558982/Florida-transfer-signs-with-Marshall
From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: For Morris, 'what if' is question of a lifetime
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1310558976/For-Morris-what-if-is-question-of-a-lifetime
From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: A year ago, Herd got big win at 'The Rock'
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1128794832/A-year-ago-Herd-got-big-win-at-The-Rock
From the Herald Dispatch, Herd women on road at UAB
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1128794834/No-Headline
From the Herald Dispatch, Young Thundering Herd player dies
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x165321502/Young-Thundering-Herd-player-dies
From the Herald Dispatch, Both sides boast stars in backfield
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1310558984/On-the-run-Darius-vs-Damion
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911111149
From the Charleston Gazette, Southern Miss has offensive identity crisis
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911111153
From the Charleston Gazette, Front line shines in Herd romp
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911111154
From the Charleston Daily Mail, WVU's Brown not the same since hit vs. Marshall
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/WVUFootball/200911111069
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall men's basketball signs transfer
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911110868
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Southern Miss, East Carolina sit in conference driver's seat
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911111101
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall football needs fan support
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911111095
From the Herald Dispatch, Florida transfer signs with Marshall
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1310558982/Florida-transfer-signs-with-Marshall
From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: For Morris, 'what if' is question of a lifetime
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1310558976/For-Morris-what-if-is-question-of-a-lifetime
From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: A year ago, Herd got big win at 'The Rock'
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1128794832/A-year-ago-Herd-got-big-win-at-The-Rock
From the Herald Dispatch, Herd women on road at UAB
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1128794834/No-Headline
From the Herald Dispatch, Young Thundering Herd player dies
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x165321502/Young-Thundering-Herd-player-dies
From the Herald Dispatch, Both sides boast stars in backfield
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1310558984/On-the-run-Darius-vs-Damion
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Andy Katz Ranks the Conferences
Over at ESPN.com Andy Katz has ranked each college basketball conference and C-USA came it at number 8. C-USA is the second highest ranked non-BCS conference behind the Mountain West. Katz had this to say about C-USA:
8. Conference USA: The top of C-USA should be stronger than the MWC, with Memphis, UTEP, Tulsa and Houston all capable of winning the league and earning a berth. But the problem is the overall depth of the conference. The bottom of the league continues to drag down the top. Southern Miss should be improved and so, too, should Rice. But how will C-USA, without an elite Memphis, be viewed nationally?
See all the rankings here: http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/blog/index?entryID=4641135&name=katz_andy
8. Conference USA: The top of C-USA should be stronger than the MWC, with Memphis, UTEP, Tulsa and Houston all capable of winning the league and earning a berth. But the problem is the overall depth of the conference. The bottom of the league continues to drag down the top. Southern Miss should be improved and so, too, should Rice. But how will C-USA, without an elite Memphis, be viewed nationally?
See all the rankings here: http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/blog/index?entryID=4641135&name=katz_andy
Today's Marshall Sports News 11/11
From the Charleston Gazette, Injuries still a factor on Herd O-line
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911101117
From the Charleston Gazette, Marshall thumps Wesleyan 108-64
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911101112
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd's Wilkerson ready to put on show
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911110033
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall men get rolling with exhibition win over Wesleyan
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911110032
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Hall starting to make impact at Marshall
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911110056
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd women want to put own banner in rafters
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911110031
From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: Whiteside growing quickly for Marshall
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x498010276/Whiteside-growing-quickly-for-Marshall
From the Herald Dispatch, Daily Thunder
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x498010280/No-Headline
From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: New-look Southern Miss opens up offense
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x498010296/New-look-Southern-Miss-opens-up-offense
From the Herald Dispatch, MU-Wesleyan box score
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x498010298/No-Headline
From the Herald Dispatch, Rested Marshall awaits So. Miss
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x498010294/Rested-Marshall-awaiting-So-Miss
From the Herald Dispatch, Herd overwhelms Division II opponent
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x498010292/Herd-overwhelms-Division-II-opponent
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911101117
From the Charleston Gazette, Marshall thumps Wesleyan 108-64
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911101112
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd's Wilkerson ready to put on show
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911110033
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall men get rolling with exhibition win over Wesleyan
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911110032
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Hall starting to make impact at Marshall
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911110056
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd women want to put own banner in rafters
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911110031
From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: Whiteside growing quickly for Marshall
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x498010276/Whiteside-growing-quickly-for-Marshall
From the Herald Dispatch, Daily Thunder
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x498010280/No-Headline
From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: New-look Southern Miss opens up offense
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x498010296/New-look-Southern-Miss-opens-up-offense
From the Herald Dispatch, MU-Wesleyan box score
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x498010298/No-Headline
From the Herald Dispatch, Rested Marshall awaits So. Miss
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x498010294/Rested-Marshall-awaiting-So-Miss
From the Herald Dispatch, Herd overwhelms Division II opponent
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x498010292/Herd-overwhelms-Division-II-opponent
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Verbal Commitment Watch
DE/TE Jamie Onufrak, Out Door Academy:
Out Door Academy beat Saint Stephen’s 35 – 24 Friday night. Onufrak did not register a reception or show up in the game story. For the season Ounfrak has caught 15 passes for 181 and two touchdowns. Read about Out Door Academy’s victory here: http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20091107/ARTICLE/311079998/2579/sports0515?Title=Thunder-wear-down-Falcons
TE/LS James Powers, Myrtle Beach High School:
In there first round playoff game Myrtle Beach beat Lake Marion 56 – 12. Powers does not show up in the game story but you can read it here: http://www.thetandd.com/articles/2009/11/07/sports/doc4af50ec7bc9ea371384645.txt
DE A.J Scott, Robert E Lee High School:
Robert E Lee High School won it’s third straight Southern Valley district championship with a 35 – 17 win over Wilson Memorial. Scott does not appear in the game story but his defense did cause three turnovers. Read about the game here: http://www.newsleader.com/article/20091107/HSSPORTS01/91107001/Robert-E.-Lee-wins-3rd-straight-SVD-title.
Also, here is a picture of Scott heading out for the coin toss, he is huge (50) http://www.newsleader.com/apps/pbcs.dll/gallery?Site=AA&Date=20091107&Category=PHOTOGALLERIES&ArtNo=911070801&Ref=PH
WR Raheem Waiters, Riverside High School:
Out for the season with a torn ACL.
LB Trevor Black, Hargrave Military Academy:
Black and his Hargrave teammates played Marshall’s sub-varsity squad on November 5th at Joan C. Edwards Stadium. Hargrave beat Marshall 13 – 0. Most import it was reported that Black has qualified academically and will be enrolling at Marshall next semester so he can participate in spring practice. Marshall was Hargrave's last game of the season.
Out Door Academy beat Saint Stephen’s 35 – 24 Friday night. Onufrak did not register a reception or show up in the game story. For the season Ounfrak has caught 15 passes for 181 and two touchdowns. Read about Out Door Academy’s victory here: http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20091107/ARTICLE/311079998/2579/sports0515?Title=Thunder-wear-down-Falcons
TE/LS James Powers, Myrtle Beach High School:
In there first round playoff game Myrtle Beach beat Lake Marion 56 – 12. Powers does not show up in the game story but you can read it here: http://www.thetandd.com/articles/2009/11/07/sports/doc4af50ec7bc9ea371384645.txt
DE A.J Scott, Robert E Lee High School:
Robert E Lee High School won it’s third straight Southern Valley district championship with a 35 – 17 win over Wilson Memorial. Scott does not appear in the game story but his defense did cause three turnovers. Read about the game here: http://www.newsleader.com/article/20091107/HSSPORTS01/91107001/Robert-E.-Lee-wins-3rd-straight-SVD-title.
Also, here is a picture of Scott heading out for the coin toss, he is huge (50) http://www.newsleader.com/apps/pbcs.dll/gallery?Site=AA&Date=20091107&Category=PHOTOGALLERIES&ArtNo=911070801&Ref=PH
WR Raheem Waiters, Riverside High School:
Out for the season with a torn ACL.
LB Trevor Black, Hargrave Military Academy:
Black and his Hargrave teammates played Marshall’s sub-varsity squad on November 5th at Joan C. Edwards Stadium. Hargrave beat Marshall 13 – 0. Most import it was reported that Black has qualified academically and will be enrolling at Marshall next semester so he can participate in spring practice. Marshall was Hargrave's last game of the season.
Today's Marshall Sports News 11/10
From the Charleston Gazette, Conference USA basketball poll
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911090968
From the Charleston Gazette, Ratanamorn gives Herd kicking edge
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911090999
From the Charleston Gazette, MU takes on Wesleyan in exhibition tonight
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911091000
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall enjoys off week
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911090807
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall men plays Wesleyan in exhibition
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallBasketball/200911100025
From the Herald Dispatch, Tulsa picked to win C-USA in media poll
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x412003607/Tulsa-picked-to-win-C-USA-in-media-poll
From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: Offensive line benefits from week of rest
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x412003617/Offensive-line-benefits-from-week-of-rest
From the Herald Dispatch, Herd kicker recognized for success
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x412003615/Herd-kicker-recognized-for-success
From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: Wilkerson chimes in on hoops newcomers
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x412003611/Wilkerson-chimes-in-on-hoops-newcomers
From the Herald Dispatch, Preparing for regular season
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x412003613/Ready-for-the-regular-season
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911090968
From the Charleston Gazette, Ratanamorn gives Herd kicking edge
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911090999
From the Charleston Gazette, MU takes on Wesleyan in exhibition tonight
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911091000
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall enjoys off week
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911090807
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall men plays Wesleyan in exhibition
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallBasketball/200911100025
From the Herald Dispatch, Tulsa picked to win C-USA in media poll
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x412003607/Tulsa-picked-to-win-C-USA-in-media-poll
From the Herald Dispatch, Hanshew: Offensive line benefits from week of rest
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x412003617/Offensive-line-benefits-from-week-of-rest
From the Herald Dispatch, Herd kicker recognized for success
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x412003615/Herd-kicker-recognized-for-success
From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: Wilkerson chimes in on hoops newcomers
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x412003611/Wilkerson-chimes-in-on-hoops-newcomers
From the Herald Dispatch, Preparing for regular season
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x412003613/Ready-for-the-regular-season
Monday, November 9, 2009
Craig Ratanamorn Named Lou Groza Award Semi-Finalist
West Palm Beach, Fla. - The Palm Beach County Sports Commission announced Monday that Marshall University senior kicker Craig Ratanamorn is one of 20 semi-finalists for the prestigious Lou Groza Collegiate Place-Kicker Award presented by the FedEx Orange Bowl.
Ratanamorn, a senior from Wichita, Kansas, is a perfect 11-of-11 of field goals and 22-of-22 on extra points this season. He is the only kicker in the nation with at least 10 made field goals that has not missed this season. He is also the only Conference USA kicker to make the list of 20 semi-finalists.
Read the whole press release here:
http://herdzone.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/110909aaa.html
Ratanamorn, a senior from Wichita, Kansas, is a perfect 11-of-11 of field goals and 22-of-22 on extra points this season. He is the only kicker in the nation with at least 10 made field goals that has not missed this season. He is also the only Conference USA kicker to make the list of 20 semi-finalists.
Read the whole press release here:
http://herdzone.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/110909aaa.html
Tommy West Fired at Memphis
Just saw it on ESPN, sorry I do not have a link but Tommy West has reportedly been fired as Memphis’s football coach.
Marshall in the NFL Week 9
Doug Legursky, C, Pittsburgh Steelers
Watch Doug and the Steelers play Denver tonight on Monday night football.
Randy Moss, WR, New England Patriots
Caught 6 passes for 147 and one touchdown during New England’s 27 – 17 win over Miami.
Chris Hanson, P, New England Patriots
Punted 3 times for a 34.7 yard average, all punts landed inside the twenty. New England beat Miami 27 – 17.
Chris Massey, LS, St. Louis Rams
Out for the season, St. Louis had a bye week.
Chris Crocker, S, Cincinnati Bengals
Registered 2 tackles and 3 assist during Cincinnati’s 17 – 7 win over Baltimore.
Byron Leftwich, QB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Did not play during Tampa Bay’s 38 – 28 win over Green Bay.
C.J Spillman, S, San Diego Chargers
Was active for the first time this season and played on special teams during San Diego’s 21 – 20 win over New York (NFC).
Ahmad Bradshaw, RB, New York Giants
Rushed 14 times for 39 yards and caught 3 passes for 27 yards. New York lost to San Diego 21 – 20.
Chad Pennington, QB, Miami Dolphins
Out for the season. Miami lost to New England 27 – 17.
Watch Doug and the Steelers play Denver tonight on Monday night football.
Randy Moss, WR, New England Patriots
Caught 6 passes for 147 and one touchdown during New England’s 27 – 17 win over Miami.
Chris Hanson, P, New England Patriots
Punted 3 times for a 34.7 yard average, all punts landed inside the twenty. New England beat Miami 27 – 17.
Chris Massey, LS, St. Louis Rams
Out for the season, St. Louis had a bye week.
Chris Crocker, S, Cincinnati Bengals
Registered 2 tackles and 3 assist during Cincinnati’s 17 – 7 win over Baltimore.
Byron Leftwich, QB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Did not play during Tampa Bay’s 38 – 28 win over Green Bay.
C.J Spillman, S, San Diego Chargers
Was active for the first time this season and played on special teams during San Diego’s 21 – 20 win over New York (NFC).
Ahmad Bradshaw, RB, New York Giants
Rushed 14 times for 39 yards and caught 3 passes for 27 yards. New York lost to San Diego 21 – 20.
Chad Pennington, QB, Miami Dolphins
Out for the season. Miami lost to New England 27 – 17.
Today's Marshall Sports News 11/9
From the Charleston Gazette, International feel for Lutz
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911070657
From the Charleston Gazette, A week later, Herd fans still in SADness
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911080501
From the Herald Dispatch, Attendance at Marshall games down 6 percent
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x846245690/Attendance-at-Marshall-games-down-6-percent
From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall, Golden Eagles rely on running backs
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1272545351/Marshall-Golden-Eagles-rely-on-running-backs
From the Herald Dispatch, Senior duo helps Herd to 21-7 record
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1272545353/Senior-duo-helps-Herd-to-21-7-record
From the Herald Dispatch, Herd holds off UAB in regular season finale
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1492014521/Herd-holds-off-UAB-in-regular-season-finale
From the Herald Dispatch, Rick McCann: The season is here: Men's hoops plays Tuesday
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x846245688/The-season-is-here-Mens-hoops-plays-Tuesday
From the Herald Dispatch, Women's team looking for 20-win season this year
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x248668414/Womens-team-looking-for-20-win-season-this-year
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911070657
From the Charleston Gazette, A week later, Herd fans still in SADness
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911080501
From the Herald Dispatch, Attendance at Marshall games down 6 percent
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x846245690/Attendance-at-Marshall-games-down-6-percent
From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall, Golden Eagles rely on running backs
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1272545351/Marshall-Golden-Eagles-rely-on-running-backs
From the Herald Dispatch, Senior duo helps Herd to 21-7 record
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1272545353/Senior-duo-helps-Herd-to-21-7-record
From the Herald Dispatch, Herd holds off UAB in regular season finale
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1492014521/Herd-holds-off-UAB-in-regular-season-finale
From the Herald Dispatch, Rick McCann: The season is here: Men's hoops plays Tuesday
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x846245688/The-season-is-here-Mens-hoops-plays-Tuesday
From the Herald Dispatch, Women's team looking for 20-win season this year
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x248668414/Womens-team-looking-for-20-win-season-this-year
Friday, November 6, 2009
Marshall Basketball World Wide
Even though the NBA is void of Marshall graduates there are a number of Herd players who have continued their careers overseas.
*Former NBA player and Marshall basketball star Tamar Slay has just started the Italian basketball season with Carmatic Pistoia. After five games Slay is averaging over 22 points per contest. Take a look at his complete stats here: http://www.eurobasket.com/player.asp?Cntry=ITA&PlayerID=26858
*Last years leading scorer Markel Humphrey is playing in Holland with Matrixx Magix Nijmegen. After seven games Humphrey is averaging just over 11 points in 32 minutes of play. Take a look at his complete stats here: http://www.eurobasket.com/player.asp?Cntry=NED&PlayerID=91148
*Former Marshall guard Chris Ross is playing professionally in the Philippines with Coca-Cola Tigers. Four games into the season Ross is averaging over four points and two assist. Take a look at his complete stats here: http://www.asia-basket.com/player.asp?Cntry=PHI&PlayerID=91150
*Another guard from the Ron Jirsa era Mark Dorris is playing in Europe. Dorris’s German team Cuxhaven BasCats has played six games this season while he is averaging 16 points in over 29 minutes of play. Take a look at his complete stats here: http://www.eurobasket.com/player.asp?Cntry=GER&PlayerID=91147
*Former NBA player and Marshall basketball star Tamar Slay has just started the Italian basketball season with Carmatic Pistoia. After five games Slay is averaging over 22 points per contest. Take a look at his complete stats here: http://www.eurobasket.com/player.asp?Cntry=ITA&PlayerID=26858
*Last years leading scorer Markel Humphrey is playing in Holland with Matrixx Magix Nijmegen. After seven games Humphrey is averaging just over 11 points in 32 minutes of play. Take a look at his complete stats here: http://www.eurobasket.com/player.asp?Cntry=NED&PlayerID=91148
*Former Marshall guard Chris Ross is playing professionally in the Philippines with Coca-Cola Tigers. Four games into the season Ross is averaging over four points and two assist. Take a look at his complete stats here: http://www.asia-basket.com/player.asp?Cntry=PHI&PlayerID=91150
*Another guard from the Ron Jirsa era Mark Dorris is playing in Europe. Dorris’s German team Cuxhaven BasCats has played six games this season while he is averaging 16 points in over 29 minutes of play. Take a look at his complete stats here: http://www.eurobasket.com/player.asp?Cntry=GER&PlayerID=91147
Football Recruiting Note
Today the Charleston Daily Mail ran a big article about Marshall’s Junior College recruiting push this week. While the article mainly focused on the areas each coach would recruiting it did specifically mention one player Marshall is pursuing. Forlando Johnson is a linebacker at Butler County Community College (same school at Press Taylor) and is ranked by Rivals.com as the 16th best JUCO prospect in the nation. Johnson is receiving interest from multiple BCS schools including Ole Miss, Kansas State, and Kansas. Landing Johnson would be a huge catch for the Herds linebacker core which is loosing Mario Harvey and Brandon Burns to graduation.
A few notes from Thursday's game
*Hargrave Linebacker and Marshall verbal commitment Trevor Black told the Herald Dispatch he will be enrolling in January and is going to participate in Spring practice.
*According the Herald Dispatch another Hargrave player Marshall has there eye on is Safety Ross Madison. In 2008 Madison was a standout athlete at Heritage High School in Loudon County Virginia. He played both offense and defense in football and was a star basketball player. Madison has both a rivals.com and scout.com profile but is not ranked by either website.
*The Herald Dispatch also mentioned Marshall is pursuing Hargrave defensive back Ishmael Banks. According to Rivals.com Bank’s is carrying one official offer from Kent State. Much like Madison, Banks has Rivals.com and Scout.com profiles but no ranking.
*According the Herald Dispatch another Hargrave player Marshall has there eye on is Safety Ross Madison. In 2008 Madison was a standout athlete at Heritage High School in Loudon County Virginia. He played both offense and defense in football and was a star basketball player. Madison has both a rivals.com and scout.com profile but is not ranked by either website.
*The Herald Dispatch also mentioned Marshall is pursuing Hargrave defensive back Ishmael Banks. According to Rivals.com Bank’s is carrying one official offer from Kent State. Much like Madison, Banks has Rivals.com and Scout.com profiles but no ranking.
Today's Marshall Sports News 11/6
From the Charleston Gazette, Honoring Fleming, Kilicli and Hamrick
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911051072
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd doubles team to face UCLA in quarterfinals
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911060026
From the Charleston Daily Mail, This week all about recruiting junior college players
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911050945
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall, WVU not meeting in the middle
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911050948
From the Herald Dispatch, Hargrave beats MU sub-varsity, 13-0
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x766984484/Hargrave-brings-loaded-squad-of-11-Div-I-A-prospects
From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall Notebook: Scrimmage gives prospects good look at MU
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1796637291/Scrimmage-gives-prospects-good-look-at-MU
From the Herald Dispatch, MU roundup: Women's tennis doubles partners advance
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1796637293/Womens-tennis-doubles-partners-advance
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911051072
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd doubles team to face UCLA in quarterfinals
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911060026
From the Charleston Daily Mail, This week all about recruiting junior college players
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911050945
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall, WVU not meeting in the middle
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911050948
From the Herald Dispatch, Hargrave beats MU sub-varsity, 13-0
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x766984484/Hargrave-brings-loaded-squad-of-11-Div-I-A-prospects
From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall Notebook: Scrimmage gives prospects good look at MU
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1796637291/Scrimmage-gives-prospects-good-look-at-MU
From the Herald Dispatch, MU roundup: Women's tennis doubles partners advance
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1796637293/Womens-tennis-doubles-partners-advance
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Rally Around Soccer
We are coming off a tough loss in football and the basketball season is still a few days away so what is a Herd Fan to do? RALLY AROUND SOCCER! That’s right Marshall’s men’s soccer team has already secured a birth in the C-USA tournament and might even be the number one seed. If the Herd can beat UAB on Saturday and Tulsa ties or looses to UCF Marshall will get to host C-USA’s soccer tournament as the one seed. Even making the conference tournament is a huge accomplishment as only four teams qualify.
Lets make sure our guys have a nice crowd on Saturday night which might be but hopefully not our last home game of the season!
Men’s Soccer
Marshall vs. UAB
Saturday 7pm Sam Hood Field
Admission is Free!
Lets make sure our guys have a nice crowd on Saturday night which might be but hopefully not our last home game of the season!
Men’s Soccer
Marshall vs. UAB
Saturday 7pm Sam Hood Field
Admission is Free!
Game Day!
Don’t forget Marshall is playing a sub-varsity game against Hargrave Military Academy today at 3pm. Gates at the Joan open up at 2:30 and admission is free. You can watch Hargrave standout and Marshall verbal commitment Trevor Black at linebacker. Please note that sub-varsity for Marshall means no scholarship athletes so don’t expect to see the likes of A.J Graham.
Today's Marshall Sports News 11/5
From the Charleston Gazette, Miami back on Marshall schedule
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911041127
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall tennis doubles team to compete
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911041132
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd will resume football series with RedHawks
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911041250
From the Herald Dispatch, Sub-varsity gets a chance to shine against Hargrave
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1859472249/Sub-varsity-gets-a-chance-to-shine-against-Hargrave
From the Herald Dispatch, Veteran Appeal
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1859472245/Veteran-appeal
From the Herald Dispatch, Goalie does the unexpected
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1859472259/Goalie-does-the-unexpected
From the Herald Dispatch, Herd spends off week in preparation
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1859472247/Herd-spends-off-week-in-preparation
From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: Snyder's reasons for loss don't add up
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1859472243/Snyders-reasons-for-loss-dont-add-up
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911041127
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall tennis doubles team to compete
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911041132
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd will resume football series with RedHawks
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911041250
From the Herald Dispatch, Sub-varsity gets a chance to shine against Hargrave
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1859472249/Sub-varsity-gets-a-chance-to-shine-against-Hargrave
From the Herald Dispatch, Veteran Appeal
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1859472245/Veteran-appeal
From the Herald Dispatch, Goalie does the unexpected
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1859472259/Goalie-does-the-unexpected
From the Herald Dispatch, Herd spends off week in preparation
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1859472247/Herd-spends-off-week-in-preparation
From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: Snyder's reasons for loss don't add up
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1859472243/Snyders-reasons-for-loss-dont-add-up
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
8 Man Football in West Virginia?
This is not totally Marshall related but the Charleston Daily Mail ran an interesting story about the prospect of small West Virginia High Schools (under 150 students available to play varsity sports) playing 8 man football. Former Marshall football coach Bob Pruett is heavily referenced and quoted in the story as a advocate of the 8 man game. Head over to the Daily Mail to read the whole article: http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/PrepSports/200911030763
Catching up with Jason Williams
Currently Jason Williams is the only NBA player that played collegiately at Marshall University. After sitting out a year Williams inked a deal with the Orlando Magic and is currently their back-up point guard. After four games Williams is averaging 18 minutes on the floor, 7.2 points, and 5.2 assist per game. Take a look at William’s 09-10 stats here: http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/players/3250
Little Miami!
Looks like the cry babies at Little Miami are coming to Hutington in 2013 and we are returning the favor in 2014 at Oxford.Read about it here:
http://herdzone.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/110409aab.html
In 2013 Marshall is at Ohio, at Virginia Tech, home vs. Miami (OH), and one TBA
In 2014 Marshall is home vs. Ohio, home vs. Louisville, at Miami (OH), and one TBA
Today's Marshall Sports News 11/4
From the Charleston Gazette, C-USA cements, expands bowl ties
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911030993
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall's new big man is a guard at heart
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911040033
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Lynch paces Herd to sixth place finish in golf
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911030989
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd women's basketball has 3 telecast dates
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911030987
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall faces Hargrave in football Thursday
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911030985
From the Charleston Daily Mail, C-USA announces deals with seven bowls
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911030984
From the Herald Dispatch, All-conference soccer selections announced
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x405468055/All-conference-soccer-selections-announced
From the Herald Dispatch, Numbers don't tell whole story in loss to Central Florida
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1371116573/Numbers-dont-tell-whole-story-in-loss-to-Central-Florida
From the Herald Dispatch, Anthony Hanshew: Herd's tunnel vision a good thing
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1201847070/Anthony-Hanshew-Herds-tunnel-vision-a-good-thing
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911030993
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall's new big man is a guard at heart
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911040033
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Lynch paces Herd to sixth place finish in golf
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911030989
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd women's basketball has 3 telecast dates
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911030987
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall faces Hargrave in football Thursday
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911030985
From the Charleston Daily Mail, C-USA announces deals with seven bowls
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911030984
From the Herald Dispatch, All-conference soccer selections announced
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x405468055/All-conference-soccer-selections-announced
From the Herald Dispatch, Numbers don't tell whole story in loss to Central Florida
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1371116573/Numbers-dont-tell-whole-story-in-loss-to-Central-Florida
From the Herald Dispatch, Anthony Hanshew: Herd's tunnel vision a good thing
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1201847070/Anthony-Hanshew-Herds-tunnel-vision-a-good-thing
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Verbal Commitment Watch
DE/TE Jamie Onufrak, Out Door Academy:
Out Door Academy won it’s first ever football district championship Friday night with a 27 – 21 win over Moore Haven. Onufrak lead all Out Door Academy receivers with 3 receptions for 53 yards. For the season Ounfrak has caught 15 passes for 181 and two touchdowns. Read about Out Door Academy’s victory here: http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20091031/ARTICLE/310319996/2579/sports0515?Title=ODA-clinches-district
TE/LS James Powers, Myrtle Beach High School:
Myrtle Beach beat rival North Myrtle Beach 48 – 7 Friday night. Next up for the Seahawks is their opening round playoff game at home against Lake Marion on November 6th. Powers does not appear in the game story but you can read it here: http://www.thesunnews.com/940/story/1143049.html
DE A.J Scott, Robert E Lee High School:
Robert E Lee High School defeated Rockbridge County 34 – 7 Friday night. No individual stats for Scott, read about the game here: http://www.newsleader.com/article/20091031/HSSPORTS01/91031002/-1/HSSPORTS/Robert-E.-Lee-dominates-Rockbridge-County
WR Raheem Waiters, Riverside High School:
As reported on Sunday by the Charleston Gazette Waiters hyperextension is now classified as a ACL tear. Surgery has been scheduled for this week in Huntington. Read about it here: http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/PrepSports/200911010501
LB Trevor Black, Hargrave Military Academy:
Watch Trevor Black and his Hargrave teammates take on Marshall’s sub-varsity squad this Thursday at 1pm in Joan C. Edwards Stadium.
Out Door Academy won it’s first ever football district championship Friday night with a 27 – 21 win over Moore Haven. Onufrak lead all Out Door Academy receivers with 3 receptions for 53 yards. For the season Ounfrak has caught 15 passes for 181 and two touchdowns. Read about Out Door Academy’s victory here: http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20091031/ARTICLE/310319996/2579/sports0515?Title=ODA-clinches-district
TE/LS James Powers, Myrtle Beach High School:
Myrtle Beach beat rival North Myrtle Beach 48 – 7 Friday night. Next up for the Seahawks is their opening round playoff game at home against Lake Marion on November 6th. Powers does not appear in the game story but you can read it here: http://www.thesunnews.com/940/story/1143049.html
DE A.J Scott, Robert E Lee High School:
Robert E Lee High School defeated Rockbridge County 34 – 7 Friday night. No individual stats for Scott, read about the game here: http://www.newsleader.com/article/20091031/HSSPORTS01/91031002/-1/HSSPORTS/Robert-E.-Lee-dominates-Rockbridge-County
WR Raheem Waiters, Riverside High School:
As reported on Sunday by the Charleston Gazette Waiters hyperextension is now classified as a ACL tear. Surgery has been scheduled for this week in Huntington. Read about it here: http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/PrepSports/200911010501
LB Trevor Black, Hargrave Military Academy:
Watch Trevor Black and his Hargrave teammates take on Marshall’s sub-varsity squad this Thursday at 1pm in Joan C. Edwards Stadium.
Today's Marshall Sports News 11/3
From the Charleston Gazette, Herd is still Hurting
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911021027
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd's Aaron Dobson right at home on TV
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911020910
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd loss not all QB's fault
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911020913
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall men's golf finishes ninth
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/OtherMarshallSports/200911021123
From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: Next stop for Herd fans is Margaritaville
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x165320371/Landon-Next-stop-for-Herd-fans-is-Margaritaville
From the Herald Dispatch, MU Notebook: Herd players say most important game coming up
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x165320373/MU-Notebook-Herd-players-say-most-important-game-coming-up
From the Herald Dispatch, Men's golf finishes ninth at Invitational
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x165320375/Mens-golf-finishes-ninth-at-Invitational
From the Herald Dispatch, Herd looking ahead, not back
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1201846828/MU-looking-ahead-not-back
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911021027
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd's Aaron Dobson right at home on TV
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911020910
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd loss not all QB's fault
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MarshallFootball/200911020913
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall men's golf finishes ninth
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/OtherMarshallSports/200911021123
From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: Next stop for Herd fans is Margaritaville
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x165320371/Landon-Next-stop-for-Herd-fans-is-Margaritaville
From the Herald Dispatch, MU Notebook: Herd players say most important game coming up
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x165320373/MU-Notebook-Herd-players-say-most-important-game-coming-up
From the Herald Dispatch, Men's golf finishes ninth at Invitational
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x165320375/Mens-golf-finishes-ninth-at-Invitational
From the Herald Dispatch, Herd looking ahead, not back
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1201846828/MU-looking-ahead-not-back
Monday, November 2, 2009
Marshall in the NFL Week 8
Sad week for Marshall in the NFL.......
Doug Legursky, C, Pittsburgh Steelers
Pittsburgh had a bye week.
Randy Moss, WR, New England Patriots
New England had a bye week.
Chris Hanson, P, New England Patriots
New England had a bye week.
Chris Massey, LS, St. Louis Rams
Massey is out for the season with a torn ACL which he sustained last week against Indianapolis. The Rams beat Detroit 17 – 10 this week.
Chris Crocker, S, Cincinnati Bengals
Cincinnati had a bye week.
Byron Leftwich, QB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Tampa Bay had a bye week.
C.J Spillman, S, San Diego Chargers
Was inactive for the Chargers 24 – 16 win over Oakland.
Ahmad Bradshaw, RB, New York Giants
Rushed 9 times for 21 yards with one touchdown during New York’s 40 – 17 loss to Philadelphia.
Chad Pennington, QB, Miami Dolphins
Out for the season. Miami beat New York (AFC) 30 – 25.
Doug Legursky, C, Pittsburgh Steelers
Pittsburgh had a bye week.
Randy Moss, WR, New England Patriots
New England had a bye week.
Chris Hanson, P, New England Patriots
New England had a bye week.
Chris Massey, LS, St. Louis Rams
Massey is out for the season with a torn ACL which he sustained last week against Indianapolis. The Rams beat Detroit 17 – 10 this week.
Chris Crocker, S, Cincinnati Bengals
Cincinnati had a bye week.
Byron Leftwich, QB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Tampa Bay had a bye week.
C.J Spillman, S, San Diego Chargers
Was inactive for the Chargers 24 – 16 win over Oakland.
Ahmad Bradshaw, RB, New York Giants
Rushed 9 times for 21 yards with one touchdown during New York’s 40 – 17 loss to Philadelphia.
Chad Pennington, QB, Miami Dolphins
Out for the season. Miami beat New York (AFC) 30 – 25.
Today's Marshall Sports News 11/2
From the Charleston Gazette, MU collapses at UCF
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911010546
From the Charleston Gazette, Marshall-UCF notebook
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911020112
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Last-minute touchdown lifts Knights over Herd
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911020080
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall men's golf team 10th in Florida
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/OtherMarshallSports/200911020038
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd women top Wesleyan 73-41 in exhibition
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/OtherMarshallSports/200911020035
From the Herald Dispatch, Davis, Johnston take MU Marathon titles
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x751859740/No-Headline
From the Herald Dispatch, Late injury to Schofield fatal to Herd
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x165320154/Late-injury-to-Schofield-fatal-to-Herd
From the Herald Dispatch, MU-UCF stats
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1201846771/MU-UCF-stats
From the Herald Dispatch, Chuck Landon grades the Herd
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x165320156/Chuck-Landon-grades-the-Herd
From the Herald Dispatch, Anthony Hanshew's game balls
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x165320158/Anthony-Hanshews-game-balls
From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: UCF took air out of season
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x165320161/UCF-took-air-out-of-season
From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall falls in last minute
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1201846765/Marshall-falls-in-last-minute
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911010546
From the Charleston Gazette, Marshall-UCF notebook
http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/200911020112
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Last-minute touchdown lifts Knights over Herd
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/200911020080
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall men's golf team 10th in Florida
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/OtherMarshallSports/200911020038
From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd women top Wesleyan 73-41 in exhibition
http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/OtherMarshallSports/200911020035
From the Herald Dispatch, Davis, Johnston take MU Marathon titles
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x751859740/No-Headline
From the Herald Dispatch, Late injury to Schofield fatal to Herd
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x165320154/Late-injury-to-Schofield-fatal-to-Herd
From the Herald Dispatch, MU-UCF stats
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1201846771/MU-UCF-stats
From the Herald Dispatch, Chuck Landon grades the Herd
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x165320156/Chuck-Landon-grades-the-Herd
From the Herald Dispatch, Anthony Hanshew's game balls
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x165320158/Anthony-Hanshews-game-balls
From the Herald Dispatch, Landon: UCF took air out of season
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x165320161/UCF-took-air-out-of-season
From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall falls in last minute
http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/marshall/x1201846765/Marshall-falls-in-last-minute
