Tuesday, November 30, 2010

TCU to Big East Puts Coal Bowl in Jeopardy

In a interview with West Virginia Illustrated, WVU athletic director Oliver Luck expressed concern over continuing the Friends of Coal Bowl due to Big East expansion. Read the whole article here:

http://wvillustrated.com/wvufootball/story/id/544

Marshall Football: Luther Maddy de-commits from Marshall

Luther Maddy, a a 6-foot-3, 280-pound defensive tackle for Atlantic High School (FL) has de-committed from Marshall. For a full report check out this Palm Beach Post article:

http://blogs.palmbeachpost.com/highschoolbuzz/2010/11/28/atlantic-dt-luther-maddy-decommits-from-marshall-opens-up-recruiting/

Marshall in the NFL, Week 12

Chris Massey, LS, St. Louis Rams

Was perfect on all snaps as St. Louis beat Denver 36 - 33.

Chris Crocker, S, Cincinnati Bengals

Was placed on season ending injured reserve before last weeks game with a torn MCL. For the year Crocker had registered 43 tackles, 2 forced fumbles, and two sacks. Cincinnati lost to the Jets 26 – 10.

Randy Moss, WR, Tennessee Titans

Caught 3 passes for 33 yards during the Titans 20 – 0 loss to Houston.

Ahmad Bradshaw, RB, New York Giants

Playing a back up role for the first time this season Bradshaw had 9 carries for 49 yards and 4 receptions for 34 yards. New York beat Jacksonville 24 – 20.

Doug Legursky, OL, Pittsburgh Steelers

Played off the bench during Pittsburgh’s 19 – 16 over time win over Buffalo.

Byron Leftwich, QB, Pittsburgh Steelers

Did not play in the Steelers 19 – 16 win over Buffalo.

C.J Spillman, S, San Francisco 49ers

Registered two tackles in the 49ers 27 – 6 win over Arizona.

Chad Pennington, QB, Miami Dolphins

Injured reserve, Miami beat Oakland 33 - 17.

Hassan Whiteside sent to D – League

Former Marshall basketball player and NBA rookie Hassan Whiteside has been assigned to the NBA Development League Reno Bighorns. Whiteside, a second round pick of the Sacramento Kings, had played in only one game this season before the assignment.

Kings head coach had this to say about Whiteside:

He’s disappointed, but we explained to him that it’s not a demotion, it’s because we think so highly of him. We want him to have a chance to play. I think it’s a really good opportunity for him. That’s what the D-league is for. We are very high on Hassan’s potential but he needs experience. That’s what we said when we drafted him and that’s where he is right now.

Marshall Football:Verbal Commitment Watch, Week 12

Last week Tommy Shuler and Blake Frohnapfel were the only two verbal commitments still playing. This weeks verbal commitment watch will solely focuses on them.

Blake Frohnapfel

Colonial Forge’s championship hopes were squashed with a 42 – 14 loss to Battlefield last Saturday. Blake Frohnapfel endured pressure all game long and was sacked three times. Frohnapfel’s last high school game finished with a 13 – 21 passing performance for 152 yards and one touchdown with negative 8 yards rushing. For the season Frohnapfel passed for 1,939 yards and 22 touchdowns while also rushing for 466 yards with 15 TD's on the ground. Read about the game here:

http://www.fredericksburg.com/News/FLS/2010/112010/11282010/590928/index_html?page=1

Tommy Shuler

In a thrilling game pitting two of Miami’s top high school football programs Central defeated Northwester 42 - 27. Tommy Shuler lead the rockets with 7 receptions for 102 yards and 2 touchdowns. For the season Shuler has 664 receiving yards on 53 catches and 7 touchdowns. A box score for the game can be found here:

http://sportstrac.herald.com/SportsTrac.aspx?action=boxscore&scheduleid=43854

Today's Marshall Sports News 11/30/10

From the Charleston Gazette, Herd holds off FIU 88-79

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011291069

From the Charleston Gazette, So … who didn’t get invited to the Big East?

http://blogs.wvgazette.com/dougsmock/2010/11/29/so-who-didnt-get-invited-to-the-big-east/

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall basketball: Herd holds off Isiah Thomas' Florida International team

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011291108

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Zeke talks Huntington

http://blogs.dailymail.com/marshall/2010/11/29/zeke-talks-huntington/

From the Herald Dispatch, MU beats Fla. International 88-79

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1221460859/Herd-beat-Fla-International-88-79

From the Herald Dispatch, Thomas recalls time in Tri-State

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x459758080/Thomas-recalls-time-in-Tri-State

From the Herald Dispatch, Chuck Landon: Herd gets closer to playing its own game

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x459758074/Herd-gets-closer-to-playing-its-own-game

From the Herald Dispatch, Harvey named C-USA defensive player of week

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x459758078/Harvey-named-C-USA-defensive-player-of-week

Monday, November 29, 2010

Should Miami Consider Doc Holliday?

After last Saturdays 23 – 20 over time loss to South Florida, Miami University fired head football coach Randy Shannon. In four seasons at Miami, Shannon complied a 28 – 22 record and finished this season 7 – 5. Shannon was promoted to head coach from his defensive coordinator spot at Miami after the Hurricanes fired Larry Coker in November of 2006.

Rumors are already swirling about who will be Miami’s next head coach. Early candidates appear to be ESPN analysis John Gruden, Connecticut head coach Randy Esdall, ex-USF head coach Jim Leavitt, Georgia head coach Mark Richt, and Texas Tech head coach Tommy Tuberville. One name no one mentions is that of Marshall head coach Doc Holliday.

And why should they? Holiday is a one year head coach with a sub .500 record, not exactly a sparkling resume for one of college footballs power programs. If Gene Chizik was a long shot candidate at Auburn Holliday would be considered a moon shot for Miami. As a Marshall fan this pains me to say but if I were the U, I would take a hard look at Doc.

Why does Holliday make sense in Coral Gables? The most obvious reason is recruiting, Holliday has made a living by finding talent Florida. After being hired at Marshall in December of 2009 Holliday had a short 2 ½ months to recruit. In that small window of time Holliday added 11 commitments from Florida in a 25 man recruiting class. During his tenure at the University of Florida (2005 – 2007) Holliday served as the Gators recruiting coordinator and brought in many of the players responsible for two National Championships (2006 & 2008).

Holliday has also proven him self as a head coach. The Thundering Herd started 2010 1 – 6 before compiling a 4 – 1 record over the last 5 games to finish 5 – 7. While 5 – 7 might not sound impressive, finishing the year strong after a slow start is a testament to Holliday. A lot of teams, especially one under new management, would have folded after such a horrendous start but not Holliday’s Herd. Marshall also showed the ability to adapt during the season. After struggling on defense through the beginning of 2010 Holliday and defensive coordinator Chris Rippon switched Marshall’s defense to a 3 – 3 – 5 formation. The switch helped Marshall finish with Conference USA’s forth ranked defensive unit.

I don’t think Miami will be sniffing around Huntington any time soon. That is good news for Herd fans, I foresee a lot of victories at Marshall with Holliday in charge.

Today's Marshall Sports News 11/29/10

From the Charleston Gazette, Thomas adds intrigue to FIU game

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011280539

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall football: Seniors lay foundation for Holliday in offseason

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011280490

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Brian Anderson’s final play

http://blogs.dailymail.com/marshall/2010/11/28/brian-andersons-final-play/

From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall has momentum for 2011

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x459757722/Doc-Holliday-immediately-shifts-focus-to-offseason

From the Herald Dispatch, Herd finds silver lining in loss to Louisville

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x459757720/Herd-finds-silver-lining-in-loss-to-Louisville

From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall women fall to Kent State

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x459757724/Marshall-women-fall-to-Kent-State

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

Out for Thanksgiving

Sorry loyal Marshall Thundering Blog followers but this writer will be taking a short Thanksgiving break. The blog will be inactive from Wednesday November 24th until Monday November 29th. See you all again in a few days.

Brandon Campbell Dismissed from Team

Five days before what would have been his last game in a Marshall uniform senior offensive lineman Brandon Campbell has been dismissed from the football team. Campbell missed last weeks game at SMU due to a violation of team rules.

Check out this blog post from Charleston Daily Mail reporter Chuck McGill for more details:

http://blogs.dailymail.com/marshall/2010/11/23/78-is-missing-from-the-marshall-football-roster/

Report: Stan Parrish out at Ball State

Multiple sources are reporting that Ball State head football coach Stan Parrish will not be returning in 2011. During his two seasons at Ball State Parrish has accumulated a 6 – 18 record.

In 1984 Parish lead Marshall University to its first winning season (6 – 5) after the plane crash. Parish spent one more season in Huntington before leaving to coach at Kansas State.

Marshall Football:Verbal Commitment Watch, Week 11

Keith Baxter, DB, Homestead HS (FL)

Season complete, Homestead finished with a 5 - 4 record.

Cortez Carter, ATH, Liberty HS (VA)

On a night where they played stellar defense Liberty high school was unable to find the end zone and lost its second round playoff game 7 - 0 to Briar Woods. Playing mostly linebacker Cortez Carter helped keep the Briar Woods offense at bay. He also rushed for 17 yards on six attempts. Read about the game here:

http://vivaloudoun.blogspot.com/2010/11/football-carters-big-play-falcons.html

Blake Frohnapfel, QB, Colonial Forge HS (VA)

Colonial Forge avenged last years playoff loss with a 43 - 19 beatdown of Franklin County. Blake Frohnapfel had a huge night,passing for 151 yards (10 completions, 14 attempts) and 3 touchdowns while also gaining 62 yards on the ground with another TD. This season Frohnapfel has passed for 1,787 yards and 21touchdowns while also rushing for 474 yards with 15 TD's on the ground. Read about the game here:

http://www.fredericksburg.com/News/FLS/2010/112010/11202010/589072/index_html?page=2

Tommy Shuler, WR, Miami Central (FL)

Miami Central routed Miami High 55 - 0 for a first round playoff victory. Tommy Shuler had a quiet night, catching 1 pass for 15 yards. Central will face off against rival Northwestern in a second round playoff game on Friday night. For the season Shuler has 562 receiving yards on 46 catches and 5 touchdowns. A box score for the game can be found here:

http://sportstrac.herald.com/SportsTrac.aspx?action=boxscore&scheduleid=43820

Anthony Spano, OL, Gulf Coast (FL)

Despite a sub .500 record Gulf Coast High School still qualified for the playoffs but their season ended last week with a 49 - 11 loss to Charlotte. Facing a superior opponent Anthony Spano and the Gulf Coat offensive line helped produce 169 yards of total offense. You can read about the game here:

http://www.naplesnews.com/news/2010/nov/19/prep-football-charlotte-bellamy-run-over-gulf-coas/?prepzone=1

Deontae West, ATH, Hialeah HS (FL)

Season complete, Hialeah finished with a 7 - 3 record.

Corie Wilson, DB, Edison HS (FL)

Season complete, Edison finished with a 1 - 9 record.

Levern Jacobs, WR, Suitland HS (MD)

Season complete, Suitland finished with a 9 - 2 record. For the year Jacobs caught 20 passes for 463 yards and four touchdowns.

Today's Marshall Sports News 11/23/10

From the Charleston Gazette, Marshall escapes with 66-60 win over Jackson State

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011221023

From the Charleston Gazette, Senior day comes too soon for Thompson

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011221007

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall basketball: Herd struggles to close out winless Jackson State

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011230010

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall star seeks future in law

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011230032

From the Herald Dispatch, Thundering Herd wins ugly

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x271889482/Thundering-Herd-wins-ugly

From the Herald Dispatch, Finality setting in for seniors

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x277054219/Finality-setting-in-for-seniors

From the Herald Dispatch, Herd volleyball team adds two new recruits

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x277054233/Herd-volleyball-team-adds-two-new-recruits

From the Herald Dispatch, Chuck Landon: Struggles suggest work for Herrion

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x277054231/Struggles-suggest-work-for-Herrion

From the Herald Dispatch, MU women, Ohio renew old rivalry

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x277054235/MU-women-Ohio-renew-old-rivalry

Monday, November 22, 2010

Marshall in the NFL, Week 11

Chris Massey, LS, St. Louis Rams

Chris Massey was perfect on all snaps as St. Louis fell to Atlanta 34 - 17.

Chris Crocker, S, Cincinnati Bengals

Chris Crocker was carted off the field (knee injury) after making a tackle in the second quarter. Early reports indicate Crocker is lost for the season. Before the injury Crocker had registered one tackle. The Bengals lost to Buffalo 49 - 31

Randy Moss, WR, Tennessee Titans

Used as a decoy most the game Randy Moss was held without a catch during the Titans 19 – 16 loss to Washington.

Ahmad Bradshaw, RB, New York Giants

Ahmad Bradshaw lost his 5th fumble of the season during New York’s 27 – 17 loss to Philadelphia. It was a quite night for Bradshaw on the ground with 12 carries for 29 yards. He also caught 2 passes for negative 5 yards.

Doug Legursky, OL, Pittsburgh Steelers

Doug Legursky spent the majority of Pittsburgh’s 35 – 3 win over Oakland at center, subbing in for the injured Maurkice Pouncey.

Byron Leftwich, QB, Pittsburgh Steelers

Did not play in the Steelers 35 – 3 win over Oakland.

C.J Spillman, S, San Francisco 49ers

C. J Spillman registered one tackle in the 49ers 21 – 0 loss to Tampa Bay.

Chad Pennington, QB, Miami Dolphins

Chad Pennington was placed on the season ending injured reserve list after last weeks shoulder injury. Miami lost to Chicago 16 – 0.

Today's Marshall Sports News 11/22/10

From the Charleston Gazette, Herd needs stars; preps in 'Death Star'

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011210540

From the Charleston Gazette, Marshall faces quick turnaround

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011210539

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd's loss about more than call at the buzzer

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011210489

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall football: Struggles up front end bowl aspirations for Herd

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011210488

From the Charleston Daily Mail, You are the coach. How do you handle BA against Tulane?

http://blogs.dailymail.com/marshall/2010/11/21/you-are-the-head-coach-how-do-you-handle-brian-anderson-against-tulane/

From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall football left playing for pride in final game

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x277053905/Marshall-football-left-playing-for-pride-in-final-game

From the Herald Dispatch, Herd moves on from frustrating loss

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x271889410/Herd-moves-on-from-frustrating-loss

From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall sweeps Southern Miss, 3-0

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x277053909/Marshall-sweeps-Southern-Miss-3-0

From the Herald Dispatch, Huntington High grad gets first collegiate TD

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x277053907/Huntington-High-grad-gets-first-collegiate-TD

Friday, November 19, 2010

Today's Marshall Sports News 11/19/10

From the Charleston Gazette, Freshmen growing up fast

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011181315

From the Charleston Gazette, SMU kick-blocking specialist Hunt seeing expanded role on defense

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011181313

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall basketball: The sky is the limit for Kane

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011181090

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall football: This SMU team passes and runs

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011181089

From the Herald Dispatch, MU, SMU playing for bowls

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x271889175/MU-SMU-playing-for-bowls

From The Herald Dispatch, Volleyball team takes on Tulane

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x277053128/Volleyball-team-takes-on-Tulane

From the Herald Dispatch, Allen hopes to make impact

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x277053122/Marshalls-Orlando-Allen-looking-to-make-big-impact-with-last-year-of-eligibility

From the Herald Dispatch, Andrew Ramspacher: Rippon explains the fine points of the run-and-shoot

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x277053126/Rippon-explains-the-fine-points-of-the-run-and-shoot

Thursday, November 18, 2010

Marshall Scouting Report from PonyFans.com

News from the Big D and I do mean Dallas

From the Dallas Morning News, SMU has third chance to take control of race for C-USA West Division title

http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/colleges/smu/stories/111610dnsposmubriefs.3ef814c.html

From SMUMustangs.com, WHITE OUT SET FOR SMU-MARSHALL GAME

http://smumustangs.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/111610aaa.html

From SMUMustangs.com, Robinson Named Semifinalist For Biletnikoff Award

http://smumustangs.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/111510aaa.html

From Rivals.com, Southern Methodist Team Report

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/news?slug=teamreports-2010-ncaaf-ssh

Today's Marshall Sports News 11/18/10

From the Charleston Gazette, Jones' rebuilding project at SMU ahead of schedule

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011171409

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall football: Essray's face, Troy's hair and a White-out

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011171130

From the Herald Dispatch, MU women lose home opener

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x104558966/MU-women-lose-home-opener

From the Herald Dispatch, Chuck Landon: Huntington is a college town like no other

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x104558958/Chuck-Landon-Huntington-is-a-college-town-like-no-other

From the Herald Dispatch, MU tight end surging in 2nd half

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x104558962/MU-tight-end-having-second-half-surge-to-senior-season

From the Herald Dispatch, Anderson, Edmonson Show finally gets a sequel

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x104558964/Anderson-Edmonson-Show-finally-gets-a-sequel

Wednesday, November 17, 2010

Marshall Baseball & Golf add recruits

Jake Miller from Watkins Memorial High School (OH) has singed a letter of intent to play golf at Marshall. To find out more about Miller and his commitment to the Herd check this link:

http://www.newarkadvocate.com/article/20101117/COMMUNITIES01/11180315

Mark Esposito from Amity High School (NJ) inked a letter of intent to play baseball at Marshall yesterday. Perfect Game, a baseball scouting service, ranks him as the No. 3 third baseman in the nation. Read more about Esposito’s commitment here:

http://www.ctbulletin.com/articles/2010/11/17/sports/doc4ce388a48c1bf394918611.txt

Today's Marshall Sports News 11/17/10

From the Charleston Gazette, Special teams big part of Herd's resurgence

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011161302

From the Charleston Gazette, MU defense picked up vs. Glenville

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011161301

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall football: Herd hopes to ride momentum against Southern Methodist

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011161092

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall football: Evans reaches new heights with Herd

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011161089

From the Herald Dispatch, Evans leads Herd in scoring

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x147106004/Evans-leads-Herd-in-scoring

From the Herald Dispatch, Chuck Landon: Marshall will take its chances with Evans

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x147106002/Chuck-Landon-Marshall-will-take-its-chances-with-Evans

From the Herald Dispatch, MU women open home slate with USC-Upstate

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x147106010/MU-women-open-home-slate-with-USC-Upstate

From the Herald Dispatch, David Walsh: After slow start, Herd defense 'all right'

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x147106008/David-Walsh-After-slow-start-Herd-defense-all-right

From the Herald Dispatch, Nike to add kelly green MU apparel

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x470540200/Nike-to-add-kelly-green-MU-apparel

From the Herald Dispatch, Pass-happy Jones running with SMU

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x470540198/Pass-happy-Jones-running-with-SMU

From the Herald Dispatch, Rick McCann: Herd faces old Southern Conference rival in Chattanooga

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x470540196/Rick-McCann-Herd-faces-old-Southern-Conference-rival-in-Chattanooga

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

From a D.C Herd fan, Thank You Tom Herrion

Last summer new Thundering Herd head basketball coach Tom Herrion attended the annual mid-Atlantic Marshall University Alumni Association Crab Fest. Herrion was so impressed by the turn out and passion shown by Marshall’s mid-Atlantic alumni that he pledged to schedule a basketball game in the area. According to Chuck Landon’s article in today’s Herald Dispatch Herrion has attempted to do that. Unfortunately, his efforts to secure a basketball game in the area have not been successful, both American University and Towson have rejected the Herd’s offer of a home and home series.

As a Marshall alum in the mid-Atlantic region I wanted to thank coach Herrion for his efforts. Lets hope that another Washington/Baltimore area college takes Marshall up on its offer.

Marshall Football:Verbal Commitment Watch, Week 10

Keith Baxter, DB, Homestead HS (FL)

Season complete, Homestead finished with a 5 – 4 record.

Cortez Carter, ATH, Liberty HS (VA)

In a rematch of last weeks “bird bowl” Liberty High School faced off against Fauquier for a first round playoff match up. Just like last week Liberty walked off the field victorious, beating Fauquier 49 – 27. Next week Liberty heads to the semifinals against Briar Woods. Cortez Carter does not make the game story but you can read it here:

http://www2.starexponent.com/sports/2010/nov/13/eagles-run-over-falcons-ar-650617/

Blake Frohnapfel, QB, Colonial Forge HS (VA)

DNP, bye week. Colonial Forge and Blake Frohnapfel will host a playoff semifinal game on the 19th.

Tommy Shuler, WR, Miami Central (FL)

Tommy Shuler lead Miami Central with 6 receptions for 68 yards during a 17 – 0 win over Booker T Washington. For the season Shuler has 547 receiving yards on 45 catches and 5 touchdowns. A box score for the game can be found here:

http://sportstrac.herald.com/SportsTrac.aspx?action=boxscore&scheduleid=37596

Anthony Spano, OL, Gulf Coast (FL)

In the annual “catfish bowl” Gulf Coast lost to Barron Collier High School 28 – 7. Anthony Spano and the Gulf Coast offensive line helped the Sharks to 260 yards of total offense. Read about the game here:

http://www.naplesnews.com/news/2010/nov/10/prep-football-gomez-helps-barron-collier-steam-pas/?prepzone=1

Deontae West, ATH, Hialeah HS (FL)

Hialeah ended its season with a 32 – 28 victory over North Miami. The Thoroughbreds end the year with a 7 – 3 record. Deontae West does not make the game story but you can read it here:

http://sportstrac.herald.com/SportsTrac.aspx?action=boxscore&scheduleid=37575

Corie Wilson, DB, Edison HS (FL)

Edison finished a tough 1 – 9 season with a 12 – 7 loss to Miami Springs. A box score for the game can be found here:

http://sportstrac.herald.com/SportsTrac.aspx?action=boxscore&scheduleid=37592

Levern Jacobs, WR, Suitland HS (MD)

In a rematch of last weeks game Suitland High School was unable to extend its season during a first round playoff loss to Eleanor Roosevelt. Levern Jacobs caught 6 passes for 133 yards and one touchdown but it was not enough to over come a strong Roosevelt squad. Read about the game here, final score Roosevelt 21, Suitland 14:

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/11/13/AR2010111304160.html?nav=rss_sports/highschools

Today's Marshall Sports News 11/16/10

From the Charleston Gazette, Herd thumps Glenville State

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011151192

From the Charleston Gazette, Man for all positions

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011151167

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall basketball: Herd dominates Glenville State

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011151236

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall football: Taliaferro slips into Herd's rotation

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011150998

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Tom Herrion discusses anniversary of plane crash

http://blogs.dailymail.com/marshall/2010/11/15/tom-herrion-discusses-anniversary-of-plane-crash/

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Who is Essray Taliaferro?

http://blogs.dailymail.com/marshall/2010/11/15/who-is-essray-taliaferro/

From the Herald Dispatch, Herd shoots for new record

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1601959855/Herd-shoots-for-new-record

From the Herald Dispatch, Taliaferro runs with chance

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1601959827/Taliaferro-runs-with-chance

From the Herald Dispatch, A service veteran's life is touched by a trainer

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1601959849/A-service-veterans-life-is-touched-by-a-trainer

From the Herald Dispatch, Chuck Landon: Marshall struggling to find opponents

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1601959851/Marshall-struggling-to-find-opponents

From the Herald Dispatch, Fleming earns C-USA volleyball award

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x594482833/Fleming-earns-C-USA-volleyball-award

Monday, November 15, 2010

Marshall in the NFL, Week 10

Chris Massey, LS, St. Louis RamsChris Massey was perfect on all snaps as St. Louis fell to San Francisco 23 – 20. Found a good read about Massey being the longest tenured Ram, see it here:

http://www.americanchronicle.com/articles/yb/151988576

Chris Crocker, S, Cincinnati Bengals

Chris Crocker sat out the Bengals 23 – 17 loss to Indianapolis with a calf injury.

Randy Moss, WR, Tennessee Titans

In his first game with the Titans Randy Moss caught one pass for 26 yards. Tennessee lost to Miami 29 - 17.

Ahmad Bradshaw, RB, New York Giants

Registered 20 carries for 73 yards and 6 receptions for 62 yards. New York lost to Dallas 33 – 20.

Doug Legursky, OL, Pittsburgh Steelers

Came off the bench during the Steelers 39 – 26 loss to New England.

Byron Leftwich, QB, Pittsburgh Steelers

Did not play in the Steelers 39 – 26 loss to New England.

C.J Spillman, S, San Francisco 49ers

Despite being active C.J Spillman did not register a tackle during San Francisco’s 23 – 20 win over St. Louis.

Chad Pennington, QB, Miami Dolphins

Only had a chance to attempt two passes before leaving the game with a shoulder injury. It is feared that Pennington’s injury will end his season. Miami beat Tennessee 29 – 17.

Today's Marshall Sports News 11/15/10

From the Charleston Gazette, Texas-sized hurdle awaits Holliday, Herd

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011140564

From the Charleston Gazette, Glenville State visits Herd tonight

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011140559

From the Charleston Gazette, It’s SMU week

http://blogs.wvgazette.com/dougsmock/2010/11/15/its-smu-week/

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall basketball: Herrion not happy with defensive effort

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011140516

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall football: Herd not slowed by injuries

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011140491

From the Herald Dispatch, Service marks 40 years since crash

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/homepage/x1376043705/No-Headline

From the Herald Dispatch, Herd excelling in 4Q during win streak

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1376043669/Herd-excelling-in-4Q-during-win-streak

From the Herald Dispatch, MU Roundup: Houston gets 3-2 volleyball win over MU

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1376043671/MU-Roundup-Houston-gets-3-2-volleyball-win-over-MU

From the Herald Dispatch, N.C. State transfer ready to hit the floor on Monday

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1376043667/N-C-State-transfer-ready-to-hit-the-floor-on-Monday

From the Herald Dispatch, Dave Walsh: Those lost in tragic plane crash would likely be proud of MU now

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1376043677/Dave-Walsh-Those-lost-in-tragic-plane-crash-would-likely-be-proud-of-MU-now

Sunday, November 14, 2010

From the Ashes We Rose



Let us never forget....

If you have any question about the Marshall University plane crash that took the lives of all 75 players, coaches and fans on board flight 932 visit this website from the Herald Dispatch:

http://media.herald-dispatch.com/mucrash/index.php?p=1_61

Friday, November 12, 2010

New Rap Star Chad Pennington

Marshall swipes baseball recruit from Arizona State

Poquoson High (VA) third baseman Tee McConnell has de-committed from Arizona State and will ink a letter of intent with Marshall. Last season McConnell had a batting average of .384 with a team-high 20 walks and a .504 on-base percentage. He scored 40 runs and had 28 RBI.

To find out more about McConnell and his commitment to Marshall follow the link below:

http://weblogs.dailypress.com/sports/highschool/bayriversblog/2010/11/poquoson_baseball_standout_tee.html

Marshall Baseball: Brett Mays verbally commits

Brett Mays, a 6-foot-6, 190 pounds right handed pitcher from Woodside High School (VA) has committed to Marshall.

To find out more about Mays commitment follow the link below:

http://www.dailypress.com/sports/dp-spt-brett-mays-woodside-marshall,0,136213.story

Marshall Woman’s Basketball: Shay Weaver inks letter of intent with Herd

Shay Weaver, a shooting guard from Euless Trinity High School (TX), has inked a letter of intent with Marshall. Last season Weaver averaged 8.8 points per game and shot 36.2 percent beyond the ark.

To find out more about Weaver’s commitment follow the link below:

http://www.star-telegram.com/2010/11/10/2622222/two-euless-trinity-girls-sign.html

Today's Marshall Sports News 10/12/10

From the Charleston Gazette, Shannon sparks WVU Tech

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/201011111278

From the Charleston Gazette, Herrion era begins tonight for Herd

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011111270

From the Charleston Gazette, Rucker remains Tigers' big big-play guy

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011111210

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall football: Former Herd assistants having tough time

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011111121

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall football: Offensive trio works well together

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011111120

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Another important recruiting weekend on tap

http://blogs.dailymail.com/marshall/2010/11/11/another-important-recruiting-weekend-on-tap/

From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall's Pena very prepared

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x310369780/Pena-very-prepared

From the Herald Dispatch, Anderson likes throwing deep

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x310369782/Anderson-likes-throwing-deep

From the Herald Dispatch, Chuck Landon: Sullivan embraces history of Marshall

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x310369776/Sullivan-embraces-history-of-Marshall

From the Herald Dispatch, Andrew Ramspacher: Memphis trying to win games and faith of fans

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x310369784/Memphis-trying-to-win-games-and-faith-of-fans

From the Herald Dispatch, Memphis one of several favorites

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x310369772/Memphis-one-of-several-favorites

Thursday, November 11, 2010

Chuck McGill's Marshall Chat Today

Chuck McGill of the Charleston Daily Mail will be hosting his weekly Marshall Athletics chat today at 1pm. Follow the link below to participate:

http://www.coveritlive.com/index.php?option=com_altcaster&task=siteviewaltcast&altcast_code=d45f6fab42&height=550&width=470

News from my Blue Sued Shoes

From the Memphis Commercial Appeal, Memphis QB Bass not yet released

http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2010/nov/11/memphis-qb-bass-not-yet-released/

From the Memphis Commercial Appeal, Porter's Tigers accentuate the positive

http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2010/nov/08/tigers-football-coach-porter-calls-loss-vols-anoth/

From the Memphis Cimmercial Appeal, University of Memphis Postgame: Stadium resembles Knoxville west

http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2010/nov/07/university-memphis-postgame-stadium-resembles-knox/

From Yahoo.com, Memphis Team Report

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/news?slug=teamreports-2010-ncaaf-mmg

From gotigersgo.com, The Bright Side With Jeff Brightwell - Memphis vs Marshall Preview

http://www.gotigersgo.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/111010aac.html

From gotigersgo.com, Larry Porter Press Luncheon Quotes, November 8, 2010

http://www.gotigersgo.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/110810aab.html

Today's Marshall Sports News 11/11/10

From the Charleston Gazette, Three early commitments make it official, sign with Herd

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011101244

From the Charleston Gazette, Herrion sees plenty of potential in Pena

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011101243

From the Charleston Gazette, Herd special teams showing improvement

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011101241

From the Charleston Gazette, On the MU cheerleaders, 1970 …

http://blogs.wvgazette.com/dougsmock/2010/11/10/on-the-mu-cheerleaders-1970/

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall football: Herd's Brown won't live down 'The Slide'

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011101018

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herrion’s comments on 2011 Class

http://blogs.dailymail.com/marshall/2010/11/10/herrions-comments-on-2011-class

From the Herald Dispatch, MU’s special teams improving

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x102880233/MU-s-special-teams-improving

From the Herald Dispatch, Let us never forget the tragic plane crash in '70

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x62912571/Let-us-never-forget-the-tragic-plane-crash-in-70

From the Herald Dispatch, MU's Tynikki Crook awaits special season-opener

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1708126549/MUs-Tynikki-Crook-awaits-special-season-opener

From the Herald Dispatch, Butler, Hilgefort on C-USA All-Academic Team

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1708126545/Butler-Hilgefort-on-C-USA-All-Academic-Team

From the Herald Dispatch, Herd players' answer to recent success? Hard work

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1708126543/Herd-players-answer-to-recent-success-Hard-work

From the Herald Dispatch, MU men's basketball ticket sales are on fire

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1708126547/MU-mens-basketball-ticket-sales-are-on-fire

From the Herald Dispatch, Herd men's basketball lands recruits

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1708126541/Herd-mens-basketball-lands-recruits

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Chad Pennington to Start

Miami Dolphins head coach Tony Sparano announced that Chad Pennington will start at quarterback this week over Chad Henne. Pennington has not started a game since injuring his shoulder in week three of the 2009 season. In eight games this season Henne has thrown for 1,900 yards and 8 touchdowns with 10 interceptions.

Read more about Pennington’s promotion with direct quotes from coach Sparano here:

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=5788311&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines

Marshall Football:Verbal Commitment Watch, Week 10

Keith Baxter, DB, Homestead HS (FL)

Keith Baxter and the Homestead secondary held South Dade to 86 passing yards but still lost 20 – 10. This was Homestead’s last game of the season, they finish with a record of 5 – 4. A box score for the game can be found here:

http://sportstrac.herald.com/SportsTrac.aspx?action=boxscore&scheduleid=37566

Cortez Carter, ATH, Liberty HS (VA)

In the “Bird Bowl” against rival Fauquier High School Liberty was able to squeak out a 27 – 21 triple over time victory. The win granted Liberty playoff eligibility. Cortez Carter had two rushing touchdowns including one in overtime. Read about the game here:

http://www2.starexponent.com/sports/2010/nov/06/falcons-wings-get-clipped-bird-bowl-ar-635258/

Blake Frohnapfel, QB, Colonial Forge HS (VA)

Colonial Forge wrapped up a undefeated regular season with a 45 – 14 win over Stafford. The Eagles earned a first-round bye in the Northwest Region, Division 6 playoffs and will host a game on Nov. 19. In under three quarters of work Blake Frohnapfel passed for 243 yards on 11 completions and 17 attempts with two touchdowns. This season Frohnapfel has passed for 1,636 yards and 18 touchdowns while also rushing for 412 yards with 14 TD’s on the ground. Read about last weeks game here:

http://www.fredericksburg.com/News/FLS/2010/112010/11062010/586585/index_html?page=1

Tommy Shuler, WR, Miami Central (FL)

Miami Central routed Hialeah Miami Lakes 63 – 0 last week. Shuler had a slow night, catching two passes for ten yards. For the year Shuler leads Miami Central with 479 yards on 39 receptions and 5 touchdowns. A box score for the game can be found here:

http://sportstrac.herald.com/SportsTrac.aspx?action=boxscore&scheduleid=37571

Anthony Spano, OL, Gulf Coast (FL)

With a 32-28 victory over Palmetto Ridge, Gulf Coast High School and their 3 – 7 record secured one of two District 4A-12 playoff spots last Friday. Read about the game here:

http://www.naplesnews.com/news/2010/nov/05/prep-football-gulf-coast-scores-final-minute-grab/?prepzone=1

Deontae West, ATH, Hialeah HS (FL)

Deontae West and the Hialeah secondary held Miami Springs to 8 completions during a 36 – 28 Thoroughbreds win. A box score for the game can be found here:

http://sportstrac.herald.com/SportsTrac.aspx?action=boxscore&scheduleid=37554

Corie Wilson, DB, Edison HS (FL)

Edison was limited to 38 yards of total offense during a 27 – 0 loss to Booker T. Washington. A box score for the game can be found here:

http://sportstrac.herald.com/SportsTrac.aspx?action=boxscore&scheduleid=37559

Levern Jacobs, WR, Suitland HS (MD)

Suitland suffered its first lost of the season last week to Eleanor Roosevelt 34 – 14. Levern Jacobs caught 3 passes for 58 yards and one touchdown. Suitland will host Eleanor Roosevelt in a playoff game this Saturday. Read about the game here:

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/11/06/AR2010110604229.html

Today's Marshall Sports News 11/10/10

From the Charleston Gazette, Holliday understands gravity of Nov. 14, 1970

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011091448

From the Charleston Gazette, Herd's finishing touch pleases Doc

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011091446

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall basketball: Herd recruit balances hoops with family

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011091356

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall football: Holliday grasps emotions of crash

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011091351

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd's Herrion no stranger to success

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011091350

From the Herald Dispatch, Herd hears Holliday's message

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x559269960/Herd-hears-message

From the Herald Dispatch, Herrion has only one way

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x559269988/Herrion-has-only-one-way

From the Herald Dispatch, Chuck Landon: Williams gets great start in coaching

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x559269984/Williams-gets-great-start-in-coaching

From the Herald Dispatch, MU thin on the outside

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x559269990/No-Headline

From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall keeper is defender of year

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x559269964/Marshall-keeper-is-defender-of-year

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

Marshall in the NFL, Week 9

Chris Massey, LS, St. Louis Rams

DNP, bye week.

Chris Crocker, S, Cincinnati Bengals

Had three pass break ups and one tackle during the Bengals 27 – 21 loss to Pittsburgh.

Randy Moss, WR, Tennessee Titans

DNP, bye week.

Ahmad Bradshaw, RB, New York Giants

Registered 19 carries 57 yards and two touchdowns while also catching 4 passes for 35 yards. New York beat Seattle 41 – 7.

Doug Legursky, OL, Pittsburgh Steelers

Played a big role in the Steelers 27 – 21 win over Cincinnati. Legursky bounced between center and guard after starting center Maurkice Pouncey left the game with a injury. He also lined up at fullback for a short goal line touchdown run.

Byron Leftwich, QB, Pittsburgh Steelers

Did not play in the Steelers 27 – 21 win over Cincinnati.

C.J Spillman, S, San Francisco 49ers

DNP, bye week.

Chad Pennington, QB, Miami Dolphins

Did not play in the Dolphins 26 – 10 loss to Baltimore.

Today's Marshall Sports News 11/9/10

From the Charleston Gazette, Herd defense playing with passion

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011081159

From the Charleston Gazette, Memphis defense has struggled mightily

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011081151

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall basketball: Herd's Shaq overcomes knee injury

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011081017

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall women's basketball: Herd will rely on Crook

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011081049

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall favored against Memphis

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011081016

From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall trends to tackling

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x559269707/MU-trends-to-tackling

From the Herald Dispatch, Chuck Landon: Marshall looks like its good, old self

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x559269703/Marshall-looks-like-its-good-old-self

From the Herald Dispatch, Herrion invites fans to Tip Off Club event

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x559269709/Herrion-invites-fans-to-Tip-Off-Club-event

From the Herald Dispatch, Police report details arrest of MU player

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x559269691/Police-report-details-arrest-of-MU-player

From the Herald Dispatch, So. Miss, two more eligible for bowls

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x559269689/So-Miss-two-more-eligible-for-bowls

Monday, November 8, 2010

Marshall Basketball over Seas

* Former NBA player and Marshall basketball star Tamar Slay has just started the Italian basketball season with Umana Reyer Venezia. After six games Slay is averaging over 17 points per contest. Take a look at his complete stats here: http://www.eurobasket.com/player.asp?Cntry=ITA&PlayerID=26858

* Markel Humphrey is in his second season with Matrixx Magix Nijmegen in Holland. After seven games Humphrey is averaging just over 13 points in 31 minutes of play. Take a look at his complete stats here: http://www.eurobasket.com/player.asp?Cntry=NED&PlayerID=91148

* Chris Ross is playing his second professional season in the Philippines. This season he is with a new team, the Meralco Bolts . Eight games into the season Ross is averaging over eight points per contest. Take a look at his complete stats here: http://www.asia-basket.com/player.asp?Cntry=PHI&PlayerID=91150

* Mark Dorris is playing another year in Germany but has switch teams to Phoenix Hagen. In eight games with Phoenix Hagen Dorris is averaging over 16 points per game. Take a look at his complete stats here: http://www.eurobasket.com/player.asp?Cntry=GER&PlayerID=91147

* Tyler Wilkerson and Altshuler Saham Galil Gilboa have just started the Israeli league part of their schedule after two Euro League games. In four Israeli League games Wilkerson is averaging 12 points in 25 minutes of play. Take a look at his compete stats here: http://www.eurobasket.com/player.asp?Cntry=USA&PlayerID=114822

Today's Marshall Sports News 11/8/10

From the Charleston Gazette, Memphis mired in mediocrity and C-USA

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011070519

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall football: Gale leads goal-line stand

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011070447

From the Charleston Daily Mail, “Coming together” and “jelling”

http://blogs.dailymail.com/marshall/2010/11/08/coming-together-and-jelling/

From the Herald Dispatch, MU defense finally gels

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x559269485/Defense-finally-gels

From the Herald Dispatch, Haymon off team after another arrest

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x190667892/Haymon-off-team-after-another-arrest

Friday, November 5, 2010

Herd Athletics, Revenues and Expenses

Ever wonder how much Marshall is spending on athletics or a specific sports team? Head over to this US department of Education website to find out. Click on Marshall University than Revenues and Expenses for all the info. Looks like we broke even last year. You can also see how much our conference members are spending.

http://ope.ed.gov/athletics/InstList.aspx

Today's Marshall Sports News 11/5/10

From the Charleston Gazette, Kane impressive in Herd's exhibition romp

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011041568

From the Charleston Gazette, UAB tight end Anderson a tough matchup for Herd

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011041593

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Videographers essential to team

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011041452

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall football: Herd set to face two UAB QBs

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011041407

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Hoops impressions from exhibition …

http://blogs.dailymail.com/marshall/2010/11/04/hoops-impressions-from-exhibition/

From the Herald Dispatch, Service to honor crash victims

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/homepage/x559268421/Victims-to-be-honored-on-40th-anniversary-of-crash

From the Herald Dispatch, Thundering Herd wins handily

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x190667188/Thundering-Herd-wins-handily

From the Herald Dispatch, No Joe, but UAB still goes

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x190667200/No-Joe-but-UAB-still-goes

From the Herald Dispatch, Clemson's Bek turns tables on MU's Kissell

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x190667190/Clemsons-Bek-turns-tables-on-MUs-Kissell

Thursday, November 4, 2010

News from Sweet Home Alabama

From Alabamas13.com, Blazers Work on Game Plan for Marhsall

http://www2.alabamas13.com/sports/2010/nov/03/blazers-work-game-plan-marshall-ar-1048315/

From AL.com, UAB will study having an on-campus football stadium

http://www.al.com/sports/index.ssf/2010/11/uab_will_study_having_an_on-ca.html

From AL.com, UAB offensive line paved the way to the Blazers' win over Southern Miss

http://www.al.com/sports/index.ssf/2010/11/uab_offensive_line_paved_the_w.html

From uabsports.com, Blazers Back on Practice Field Wednesday Preparing for Marshall

http://uabsports.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/110310aaa.html

From uabsports.com, Blazer Profile: UAB's Trio of Running Backs

http://uabsports.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/110210aad.html

From Yahoo Sports, Blazers prearing for Marshall invasion

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/news?slug=rivals-1147850

From Yahoo Sports, UAB Team Report

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/news?slug=teamreports-2010-ncaaf-aaz

Today's Marshall Sports News 11/4/10

From the Charleston Gazette, Division leaders clash Friday in Houston

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011031653

From the Charleston Gazette, Herd-Concord exhibition tonight

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011031621

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall football: Herd's Anderson likes to hunt

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011031342

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall basketball: Herrion makes Herd debut

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011031341

From the Herald Dispatch, MU's Martinez redeems himself

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x190666792/MUs-Martinez-comes-back-from-more-than-a-lost-fumble

From the Herald Dispatch, Chuck Landon: Herd needs to create its own kind of excitement

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x190666788/Herd-needs-to-create-its-own-kind-of-excitement

From the Herald Dispatch, Herd prepares for Thursday's exhibition

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x190666790/Herd-prepares-for-Thursdays-exhibition

From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall women fall in C-USA soccer

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x190666794/Marshall-women-fall-in-C-USA-soccer

From the Herald Dispatch, Herd men's soccer falls at UAB

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x190666800/Herd-mens-soccer-falls-at-UAB

Wednesday, November 3, 2010

Marshall Baseball: John Gandolfo verbally commits to Herd

John Gandolfo, a Senior center fielder from North Highlands High School (NJ) has committed to Marshall University. Gandolfo chose Marshall over Marist, Virginia, Monmouth, Temple and High Point. To learn more about Gandolfo and his commitment follow the link below:

http://www.northjersey.com/sports/106590828_Gandolfo_will_join_the_Herd.html

Today's Marshall Sports News 11/3/10

From the Charleston Gazette, Doc: Solid week of practice paid off with Herd win

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011021342

From the Charleston Gazette, Scrimmage gives Herrion first look at Herd in battle

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011021343

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall football: Herd will need to bring 'juice' against Blazers

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011021146

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Marshall football: At tailback, competition is heating up for Herd

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011021145

From the Herald Dispatch, MU guard ready for action after sitting out last season

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1769795847/MU-guard-ready-for-action-after-sitting-out-last-season

From the Herald Dispatch, Chuck Landon: MU mixes up defense to throw off UTEP

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1769795937/MU-mixes-up-defense-to-throw-off-UTEP

From the Herald Dispatch, Holliday likes direction of Herd team

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1769795849/Holliday-likes-direction-of-Herd-team

From the Herald Dispatch, MU Notebook: UAB known for last-second victories, or losses

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1769795843/MU-Notebook-UAB-known-for-last-second-victories-or-losses

From the Herald Dispatch, Duncan ready to lead Herd women into C-USA tourney

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1769795845/Duncan-ready-to-lead-Herd-women-into-C-USA-tourney

Tuesday, November 2, 2010

Marshall Football:Verbal Commitment Watch, Week 9

Keith Baxter, DB, Homestead HS (FL)

Keith Baxter and the Homestead secondary allowed 203 passing yards from Palmetto QB Wyatt Chickillo but still walked away with a 20 – 14 victory. A box score for the game can be found here:

http://sportstrac.herald.com/SportsTrac.aspx?action=boxscore&scheduleid=37525

Cortez Carter, ATH, Liberty HS (VA)

N/A

Blake Frohnapfel, QB, Colonial Forge HS (VA)

In three quarters (sat out 4th quarter) Blake Frohnapfel was able to throw for 132 yards on 11 completions with 2 touchdowns during Colonial Forge’s 38 – 7 win over Riverbend. Frohnapfel also picked up a additional 9 yards on the ground. This season Frohnapfel has 412 rushing yards with 14 touchdowns and 1,393 passing yards while also throwing 16 TD’s. You can read about the game here:

http://www.fredericksburg.com/News/FLS/2010/102010/10302010/584649/index_html?page=1

Tommy Shuler, WR, Miami Central (FL)

Tommy Shuler caught 10 passes for 95 yards during Miami Centrals 49 - 28 win over out of state opponent Prattville (Ala). For the year Shuler leads Miami Central with 469 yards on 37 receptions and 5 touchdowns. Read about the game here:

http://www.maxpreps.com/news/0nxFKuPoEd-YiQAcxJSkrA/cato,-central-(fla)-finish-off-prattville-(ala).htm

Anthony Spano, OL, Gulf Coast (FL)

Despite out gaining Palmetto 261 – 217 in total offense Gulf Coast could not over come 5 turnovers and lost 37 – 19: Anthony Spano does not make the game story but you can read it bellow:

http://www.naplesnews.com/news/2010/oct/29/prep-football-palmetto-builds-big-early-lead-holds/?prepzone=1

Deontae West, ATH, Hialeah HS (FL)

Deontae West and the Hialeah secondary were able to hold rival Hialeah Miami-Lakes to 105 passing yards during a 35 – 24 win. A box score for the game can be found here:

http://sportstrac.herald.com/SportsTrac.aspx?action=boxscore&scheduleid=39467

Corie Wilson, DB, Edison HS (FL)

Corie Wilson and the Edison secondary held Northwestern to 43 passing yards but still lost 19 – 7. You can read about the game here:

http://sportstrac.herald.com/SportsTrac.aspx?action=boxscore&scheduleid=37543

Levern Jacobs, WR, Suitland HS (MD)

In his second game back from injury Levern Jacobs caught 2 passes for 79 yards and one touchdown during Suitland’s 26 – 18 win over Parkdale. A box score for the game can be found here:

http://wiki.allmetsports.com/all-met/games/football/parkdale/suitland/2010/10/30/

Today's Marshall Sports News 11/2/10

From the Charleston Gazette, Mega-Tron force

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011011236

From the Charleston Gazette, Herd players notice UAB's big victory

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201011011242

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Herd's next opponent is battle-tested

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201011011166

From the Herald Dispatch, MU women win exhibition

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1769795719/MU-women-win-exhibition

From the Herald Dispatch, Hatten runs with chance to play

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1769795701/Hatten-runs-with-chance-to-play

From the Herald Dispatch, Chuck Landon: By dissing MU, WVU AD pressing his Luck

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1769795713/By-dissing-MU-WVU-AD-pressing-his-Luck

From the Herald Dispatch, Schiffbauer runs third in C-USA

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1769795717/Schiffbauer-runs-third-in-C-USA

Monday, November 1, 2010

Report: Randy Moss released by Vikings

According to multiple outlets Randy Moss has been released by the Minnesota Vikings. Moss was sent to Minnesota by New England at the trade dead line for a third round pick. In four games with the Vikings Moss caught 13 passes for 174 yards and two touchdowns.

Marshall in the NFL, Week 8

Chris Massey, LS, St. Louis Rams

Was perfect on all snaps as the Rams beat Carolina 20 - 10.

Chris Crocker, S, Cincinnati Bengals

Registered three tackles and a pass break up during the Bengals 22 – 14 loss to Miami.

Randy Moss, WR, Minnesota Vikings

Caught 1 pass for 8 yards during Minnesota’s 28 – 18 loss to New England.

Ahmad Bradshaw, RB, New York Giants

DNP, Giants bye week.

Doug Legursky, OL, Pittsburgh Steelers

Played a reserve role during the Steelers 20 – 10 loss to New Orleans.

Byron Leftwich, QB, Pittsburgh Steelers

Did not play in the Steelers 20 – 10 loss to New Orleans.

C.J Spillman, S, San Francisco 49ers

Was active during the 49ers 24 – 16 win over Denver in London but did not register a tackle.

Chad Pennington, QB, Miami Dolphins

Did not play in the Dolphins 22 – 14 win over Cincinnati.

Today's Marshall Sports News 11/1/10

From the Charleston Gazette, Hope for Herd pass defense

http://www.wvgazette.com/Sports/Marshall/201010310550

From the Charleston Daily Mail, Martinez erupts on to the scene

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/MUSports/201010310495

From the Herald Dispatch, Herd takes step in first C-USA win

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1769795519/No-Headline

From the Herald Dispatch, MU women open play tonight

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1769795509/MU-women-open-play-tonight

From the Herald Dispatch, Herd men's basketball tickets on sale

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1769795521/Herd-mens-basketball-tickets-on-sale

From the Herald Dispatch, Herd women enter C-USA tourney against No. 3 seed Houston this week

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1769795517/Herd-women-enter-C-USA-tourney-against-No-3-seed-Houston-this-week

From the Herald Dispatch, Marshall volleyball shut out by Rice, 3-0

http://www.herald-dispatch.com/sports/x1769795507/Marshall-shut-out-by-Rice-3-0