2012 Tarleton Football
2012 Tarleton Football Guide - TABLE OF CONTENTS The Basics
The Opponents
The 2012 Texans
2011 Season Review......................................................... 90 2011 Final Results/Miscellaneous Stats........................... 90 2011 Final Individual Statistics...................................91-92 2011 Stats Per Game....................................................93-94 2011 Lone Star Conference Final Standings.................... 95 2011 LSC South Division Players of the Week................ 95 2011 All-LSC South Division Teams............................... 96 2011 LSC Yearly Award Winners..................................... 96 2011 LSC Statistical Leaders............................................ 97 Game-by-Game Reviews........................................... 98-110 The Last Time................................................................... 88
2012 Team Quick Facts...................................................... 2 2012 Preseason Polls.......................................................... 2 2012 Season Outlook.......................................................4-9 2012 Preseason Two-Deep.............................................. 6, 8 2012 Roster.................................................................. 10-11 2012 Roster Breakdown................................................... 12 2012 Pronunciation Guide................................................ 12 In Memory: Zach Shaver.................................................. 26 2012 Texan Profiles.....................................................27-44
The Coaching Staff
Head Coach Cary Fowler.............................................14-15 The Assistant Coaches and Staff..................................16-24
This is Texan Football
The Excitement............................................................46-47 Strength and Conditioning...........................................48-49 Individual Development..............................................50-51 Home Field Advantage................................................52-53 Winning Percentage.......................................................... 54 Game Day Experience...................................................... 55 Playing Up a Level......................................................56-57 In the Playoffs..............................................................58-59 Texans in the NFL........................................................60-61 Football Facilities........................................................62-63 Community Service.....................................................64-65 Media Coverage...........................................................66-67 In the Spotlight................................................................. 68
THe Record Book
Tarleton Football History......................................... 112-114 Season-by-Season Records............................................. 113 Tarleton Athletics Hall of Fame...................................... 115 Tarleton Award Winners.......................................... 116-117 Tarleton Individual Records.................................... 118-122 100-Yard Rushing Games............................................... 123 200-Yard Passing Games................................................ 124 100-Yard Receiving Games............................................ 125 All-Time Homecoming Game Results........................... 125 Tarleton Team Records............................................126-128 Yearly Statistical Leaders........................................130-131 All-Time Scores.......................................................132-136 Tarleton Coaching Records............................................. 133
The Lone Star Conference
The Lone Star Conference.............................................. 138 Past LSC Champions...................................................... 139 LSC Individual Records................................................. 140 LSC Team Records......................................................... 141 2012 LSC Composite Schedule...................................... 139 LSC Standings from 2000.......................................141-142
History History
The 2012 Tarleton State University Football Media Guide was written, edited and designed by former Tarleton director of athletic communications Ross Bagienski. Photos were provided by Tarleton’s university news and publications offices, Bud Jones, the Tarleton sports information archives, Nathan Bural and Ross Bagienski. The front cover features junior Dashaun Phillips at the top and the back cover features sophomore Clifton Rhodes III at the bottom.
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Midwestern State.............................................................. 70 Abilene Christian.............................................................. 71 Eastern New Mexico......................................................... 72 West Texas A&M.............................................................. 73 Delta State......................................................................... 74 Texas A&M-Commerce.................................................... 75 Texas A&M-Kingsville..................................................... 76. Incarnate Word.................................................................. 77 North Alabama.................................................................. 78 Angelo State...................................................................... 79 Series Records.............................................................81-87
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2012 Schedule..................................................back cover, 5 Production Credits.............................................................. 1 President Dr. F. Dominic Dottavio.................................. 144 Tarleton Administration.................................................. 145 Tarleton State University................................................ 146 Tarleton State Traditions................................................. 147 On Campus..................................................................... 148 Athletics Facilities.......................................................... 149 Texan Weight Room....................................................... 150 Tarleton Athletics Staff............................................151-155 NCAA Compliance....................................................... 1156 Media Information...................................................157-160
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Location.............................Stephenville, Texas Founded...................................................1899 Enrollment.............................................10,200 President...................Dr. F. Dominic Dottavio Athletics Director..................... Lonn Reisman Office..................................... 254-968-9178 Faculty Athletics Rep.............Dr. Steve Crews National Affiliation.................. NCAA Division II Conference.................Lone Star Conf. (South) Nickname............................................. Texans Colors.......................................Purple & White Stadium (Capacity)................Memorial (7,000)
Primary Offense.................................. Air Raid Primary Defense..................................... 4-2-5 2011 Overall Record....................................6-5 2011 Conference Record (Finish)...... 5-3 (4th) Lettermen Returning.. 16 off., 17 def., 3 spec. Starters Returning......... 12 off., 8 def., 2 spec. All-Conference Picks Returning/Lost..........7/4 All-Region Pics Returning/Lost...................2/0 All-America Picks Returning/Lost................2/0
First Season as Senior College................1961 All-Time Record as Sr. College....... 249-273-3 Years in the Playoffs...............................Seven (1978, 1987, 1989, 1990, 2001, 2003, 2009) All-Time Playoff Record...............................5-7 Last Playoff Appearance..........................2009 (Defeated TAMUK in 2OT, Lost at C. Wash.)
football coaching staff Head Coach................................ Cary Fowler Murray State/1994 • 254-968-9518 Years/Record at Tarleton.......... 2 Year/ 9-13 Years/Career Record......................... Same Def. Coordinator.......................... Henry Cofer Sam Houston State/1997 • 254-968-9518 Defensive Assistant..................... Chris Mineo Texas-El Paso/2006 • 254-968-9518 Defensive Assistant....................Jacob Martin Midwestern State/2009 • 254-968-9518 Defensive Assistant....................Ryan Craven Midwestern State/2010 • 254-968-9518 Offensive Coordinator........... Justin Carrigan Angelo State/2003 • 254-968-9518 Offensive Assistant............ Jonathon Beasley Kansas State/2001 • 254-968-9518 Offensive Assistant.......................Josh Martin Tarleton/2011 • 254-968-9518 Offensive Assistant............... Mike Hernandez Tarleton/2010 • 254-968-9518 Travel/Sideline Coordinator...... Rusty Jergins Tarleton/1984 • 254-968-9080
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
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Sports Information Director...................... TBA Office..................................... 254-968-9077 Mobile.......................................................... Email..................................................... TBA Assistant SID............................. Nathan Bural Office..................................... 254-968-9077 Email............................. bural@tarleton.edu Sports Information Fax.............. 254-968-1806 Memorial Stadium Press Box.... 254-968-9173 Athletics Website........www.tarletonsports.com
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Starters lost Defense (3) DE Logan Johnson DB Gaston Benson RO Dan Jackson
Offense (3) OL Jonathan Arnold QB Nick Stephens RB Courtney Vaughn
Special Teams (3) P Jerry Owens K Jose Serrano KR LeThaddeus Hill
Lettermen returning Offense (17) *RB Jerome Regal WR Devon Gray *QB Aaron Doyle *WR Clifton Rhodes III QB Jake Fenske *WR Jeken Frye WR Cordell Valentine OL Ryan Martin OL Jerell Jones OL Matt Green OL Robert Hinton OL Michael Di Domenico *OL Lucas Love *OL Chris Burnett *OL Adrian Campbell *WR Jamal Mays *WR Arthur Buckingham *TE Will McLane * denotes starter
AFCA TOP 25 POLL School 2011 Final Ranking 1. Pittsburg State (21) 1 2. Minnesota-Duluth (5) 6 3. Northwest Missouri State (1) 5 4. Midwestern State (1) 7 5. Wayne State (Mich.) (1) 2 6. Colorado State-Pueblo 9 7. Grand Valley State NR 8. Valdosta State NR 9. Winston-Salem State (1) 3 10. Abilene Christian 16 11. California (Pa.) 15 12. Kutztown 13 13. New Haven 8 14. Delta State 4 15. West Alabama 23 16. St. Cloud State 7 17. Hillsdale NR 18. Missouri Western State 18 19. Shepherd 22 20. Washburn 11 21. Humboldt State 20 22. Albany State NR 23. North Greenville 12 24. West Texas A&M 25 25. Bloomsburg 21
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D2FOOTBALL.COM POLL School 2011 Final Record 1. Pittsburg State 13-1 2. Minnesota-Duluth 11-3 3. Northwest Missouri State 11-3 4. Grand Valley State 8-3 5. Midwestern State 10-1 6. Colorado State-Pueblo 11-1 7. Missouri Western 9-3 8. West Alabama 8-4 9. Abilene Christian 8-3 10. Hillsdale 8-3 11. California (Pa.) 10-3 12. West Texas A&M 8-3 13. Valdosta State 6-4 14. Minnesota State-Mankato 9-3 15. Winston-Salem State 13-1 16. New Haven 11-2 17. Saginaw Valley 7-4 18. Kutztown 11-2 19. Wayne State (Mich.) 12-4 20. North Alabama 9-3 21. Bloomsburg 9-2 22. Central Missouri 8-4 23. Lenoir-Rhyne 7-3 24. Shepherd 9-2 25. Washburn 10-3
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School 1st Total 1. Midwestern State 19 215 2. Abilene Christian 5 187 3. West Texas A&M 179 4. Texas A&M-Kingsville 1 158 5. Tarleton 131
Defense (19) *DB Dashaun Phillips LB Marquis Wadley *DB Charles Moore *RO Julius Hurndon *DB Blair Johnson *DB Desmond Jackson DE Ty Melton DB Devin Figures *LB Matt Knicky DE Andre Allen DE Brian Ngwa RO Garrett Hughes *DE Patrick Bettiol *DE Rufus Johnson DT Brian Ford DT Cole Vitolo DE Cory Jackson *DT Juan Gonzalez DT Chase Bowers
School 1st Total 6. Angelo State 99 7. Incarnate Word 74 8. Eastern New Mexico 43 9. Texas A&M-Commerce 39
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Four-Time LSC Division Championships
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he Tarleton Texan football program has grown exponentially over the past two seasons under head coach Cary Fowler, and is prepared to turn the corner in a run for the Lone Star Conference title and a playoff birth. Coming off a 6-5 season in which the Texans won their last five games, Tarleton is one of the hottest teams not only in the conference, but in all of Division II. The reason the 2011 season is a factor is because of the number of returners Coach Fowler has for the upcoming season. “We return 10 starters on defense and nine starters on offense,” said Fowler. “On top of that, we have 4,000 yards of career receiving coming back. Our line is
possession losses to Abilene Christian, West Alabama, and Texas State. This season will be just as difficult though with Tarleton facing a gauntlet of top 10 teams, national title contenders, and NFL prospect-laden squads. “We are going to find out what we are truly made of this season,” Fowler stated. “We open up with the No. 4 team in the nation and reigning Lone Star Conference Champions in Midwestern, and it doesn’t get any easier from there. But like I said, we have a lot of sophomores and juniors that played against these guys last season. Now it is time for us to step up to the next level.” The motto for the 2011 season was that of “believe”. The Texans believed they could win every game and
“We expect to win each and every time we take the field,” said Fowler. “Now it is time for the players to take the next step and expect to succeed.” experienced, our defense knows what is expected of them, and even though we are under-classmen heavy with 68, they have all played in tough games.” Fowler talks about those tough games, such as one 4
believed they could stand up to the tougher opponents. That has all changed in Fowler’s third year, and the new theme is “expect”. “As a coaching staff, we just wanted the guys to believe
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The Tarleton offense is entering its second year of the “Air-Raid” philosophy. New offensive coordinator Justin Carrigan spent the 2011 season learning the system under then offensive coordinator and current University of Houston coach Lee Hays. This year, Carrigan will be implementing his own variation of the Air-Raid attack as the Texans look to take their fourth-ranked passing attack in the conference to the next level. Last year, Tarleton took some time getting the kinks of the system worked out with players that were not necessarily recruited for that style of offense. In 2012, head coach Cary Fowler and his staff have brought in players specifically designed to operate in the Air-Raid. A combination of quick hits to receivers and optional running lanes for the running backs takes advantage of getting the ball into the playmakers hands. “We have spent the past two springs and two falls getting used to this offense,” said Fowler. “Now we are comfortable back there, making the right reads, and getting the ball out quickly. That is what it is designed to do.” The 2012 season plans to be an exciting one on the offensive side of the ball. The Texans return over 4,000 yards of career receiving, have five running backs that are
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The Texans have to replace one of the most talented and best statistical quarterbacks the program has seen in decades in last year’s starter Nick Stephens. The Flower Mound native spent two years at the helm of Tarleton, and now practices his craft with the Tennessee Titans on Sunday’s. The job this season falls to junior Aaron Doyle, who is no stranger to Tarleton football. Doyle is a 6’2”, 215-pound native of Evant that has spent three years learning the Texan system. He made appearances in six games last year and saw a lot of reps in practice in the AirRaid offense. This year, Doyle will lead the Texans from day one as the starter and is expected to be effective early on. “Aaron is our starter hands down,” said Fowler. “He is heads and shoulders above the rest, but it helps being here for three years. He is making the right decisions in this offense and has the ability to be a very good quarterback for us. Everything flows through him and his leadership is where it needs to be.”
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they could win,” said Fowler. “If they believed they could win, they would go out and give their all. If we lost, well that was just how life is. We don’t think that way now. We expect to win each and every time we take that field. That is what Tarleton football is all about. Now it is time for the players to take the next step and expect to succeed, on the field and off.”
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competing for the starting job, and lose only two starters from last season. With such a brutal Lone Star Conference and non-conference schedule, the Texans will need to rely on a potent offensive attack in order to stay in some tough ball games. “We need to continue to get quality reps in each day,” said Fowler. “We are going to put guys in situations where they can make plays. It is exciting for us to coach, it is exciting for the fans to watch, and it is exciting for the kids to play in this style of offense.”
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The running back position is one that has taken on new meaning in the 2012 offense with offensive coordinator Justin Carrigan utilizing the backs in a variety of ways. Tarleton will see a few familiar faces, but mostly newcomers when it heads out onto the field on Sept. 8 for the first game against Midwestern State. Through fall camp, the Texans have been led by Jerome Regal, a sophomore from Garland. Regal is a name that Tarleton fans may have heard of after he was a major player in the Texans’ rushing attack two years ago as a true freshman. He carried the ball 72 times for seven touchdowns in 2010 as the No. 2 running back. He chose to sit out the 2011 season in order to take care of his family, a selfless move
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WIDE RECEIVERS
The Tarleton receiving core returns over 4,000 career yards with the likes of Jeken Frye, Arthur Buckingham, and Jamal Mays returning for yet another season in their long careers. Those three veterans join the young, but effective group of receivers in redshirt-freshman Le’Nard
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on the part of the young 19-year old. Regal is back for this season though, and has already cemented himself as the leader of the backfield for Tarleton. “Jerome is a very talented football player,” said Fowler. “We really missed him last season, but he had to take care of his family, and that is most important. We are glad to have him back though and we expect b big things from him.” Along with Regal at the front of the rushing attack are junior transfers Vaughn Smith and Josh Reed. Both players bring different styles to the game with Smith being a more physical, power rusher and Reed being the smooth, speedster. Between the three of these veterans, the quarterbacks will have a reliable unit to check down to and get the ball to in open space. Behind the elder backs is a number of young players who could compete for playing time. Zach Henshaw and Savion Washington are two guys who have really shown the coaches why they should be on the field. “I have been pleasantly surprised with our backs,” said Fowler. “We brought in Vaughn and Reed to compete for that starting job and I think they have really stepped up. Zach Henshaw has broken off a couple of good runs and Savion has made some big plays as well. Having this much depth at the running back position helps us in a number of ways. We can limit the amount of wear and tear on the individuals, we can show defenses different looks at different situations, and we can keep a fresh, dangerous back in
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Behind Doyle is a mixture of veteran journeymen and talented young players. Senior Jake Fenske is in his fourth year at Tarleton and heads into the season as the No. 2 man. Strong spring and fall camps have displayed Fenske’s football intelligence as well as his growth physically at 6’4”, 220-pounds. Also bringing a different set of skills to the quarterback position is redshirt-freshman Collin Strahan, true freshman Matt Bishop, and true freshman Zed Woerner. All three players have shown flashes of brilliance in camp, it is just up to them to put the consistency together. Coach Fowler really likes the depth he has at the quarterback position though. “We have put together a unit of quarterbacks that have won a lot of ball games in high school,” said Fowler. “That is something you can teach. Each guy brings a different approach to the position and it allows us to do different things in our offense. Whether it is sitting in the pocket and making reads, getting outside and making plays, or scrambling for extra time, this unit of quarterbacks is one of the most physically gifted I have ever coached.”
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TE 84 Will McLane 87 Lou Ernst
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K/P 30 Isaac Arellano 49 Jose Serrano
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won’t make the penalties that hurt us last year, that is a positive step forward.”
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Coach Fowler and defensive coordinator Henry Cofer remain at the helm of the Texan defense, a unit that loses only one starter from last year’s squad in defensive end Logan Johnson. Fans and opposing teams can expect another dangerous defensive unit that is capable of the big play, as well as winning the battles up front. With 10 starters returning, as well as having their key players healthy, Tarleton hopes to really make an impact on games defensively this year. The 2011 team set a school record for penalties, which is something the coaching staff has worked on improving. “Last year we were making dumb penalties and mental mistakes,” said Fowler. “We have corrected those errors and our preparation and reps are designed to make these players react instinctively. We had such a young group of players last year, with redshirt freshmen and true freshmen starting for us. Now those guys are back with experience. They are confident now and with the depth at every position, our defense is going to make or break this football team.” Coach Cofer will utilize quick players in the secondary, cerebral players in the middle, and a combination of size and speed up front to wreak havoc on opposing offenses. Not only does Tarleton return their top four leading tacklers, but also All-American standouts in junior
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The offensive line is one of the most veteran units on the Tarleton team, and is definitely the biggest Coach Fowler has had in his tenure with the Texans. Tarleton’s Air-Raid attack has not only meant big changes for the quarterbacks and skill position players, but also the big guys up front. Leading the way is All-Conference performer Adrian Campbell, a 6’6”, 310-pound senior for the Texans. Along with Campbell on the line is sophomore Lucas Love at tackle, senior Chris Burnett at center, Stephenville native Nic Perez at guard, and transfer Xavier Ruben on the other side. Behind those guys will be a rotation of new guys as well as returners from last year’s 6-5 team. Jerell Jones, Matt Green, Robert Hinton, and Michael Di Domenico are all players that had impacts on the offensive line last season and will be relied upon again this year. Newcomers Kody Travis, Kevin Day, Blake Atnip, and JD Harris bring size and mobility to the line as well. “We have put together a really talented front line,” Fowler stated. “When you look down the line you see 6’5”, 6’6”, 6’7”, even 6’9”, that’s a huge change from last year. We are so much taller, but our foot work has improved as well. I’m excited with the guys we brought back, led by Adrian and Lucas and the newcomers are going to provide us depth and versatility at the position. Having an O-line that you can trust in and knowing they
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Meyers, true freshman Andre Plata, and last year’s leading receiver, sophomore Clifton Rhodes III. Rhodes caught a team-high 52 catches for 837 yards and three touchdowns en route to All-Conference honors. A preseason AllAmerican selection, Rhodes will be counted on to make another impact on the Tarleton offense this season. “We have a number of receivers that can make a gamechanging play every time they are on the field,” stated Fowler. “When you bring back 4,000 career yards, you’re in a good situation. Frye, Gray, Buck, Cordell, Jamal, Rhodes, these are all guys who have been in this system for years. They understand what we expect of them, and like our running back group, we will continue to rotate these guys in and out to get fresh players on the field.” Coach Fowler also likes what he has seen from his freshmen receivers as well. “Andre Plata and Le’Nard Meyers both had outstanding fall camps,” said Fowler. “They made big plays and showed us coaches why we brought them here in the first place. Kason Fornes, Tate Whitten, Dominique Martin, Spencer Edmonds, Van Liew, these guys have all gotten reps and help bring depth to the receiving core. The most important thing is that we are not dropping balls, which can kill you in any game situation.”
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linebacker Marquis Wadley and junior cornerback Dashaun Phillips. Behind those two, All-Conference performers Matt Knicky, Desmond Jackson, and Rufus Johnson are poised to have career years for the Texans. Opposing coaches will have plenty to fear when going up against the depth and ferocity of the Tarleton defense.
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The defensive back position is one for Tarleton that has the most talent overall of any unit. With Division I transfers, All-American players, and game-changers at Assistant Coach Ryan Craven’s disposal, the Texans can put a number of players on the field that have the ability to take over a game. Junior Dashaun Phillips returns to Tarleton as the Lone Star Conference Defensive Back of the Year, an All-Region selection, and the league leader in interceptions with seven. Opposite Phillips will be Desmond Jackson, a senior leader that transferred to Tarleton from Oklahoma a year ago. In 2011, Jackson recorded two touchdowns, one on a fumble and one on an interception. Along with that, the Arlington native had 64 tackles, three picks, two fumble recoveries, and was the punt returner for Tarleton. “Between Des and Dashaun, I believe we have the two most talented defensive backs in the conference,” said Fowler. “Dashaun was an All-Conference, All-Region, and All-American performer last year while Des earned AllConference honors playing with a laundry list of injuries last year. Those two are going to lead us this season in turnovers, which is something this defense prides itself on.” Besides the two corners, the Texans have two steadfast safeties that are just as dynamic. Senior Blair Johnson and junior Charles Moore will be controlling the secondary from the safety position this season. Johnson finished third on the team in tackles last year with 67 while Moore
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The linebackers for Tarleton are vital to the success of the defense, with the generals of the field controlling the ebb and flow of the rest of the team. The Texans have compiled a number of skilled players that use their speed, strength, and football intelligence to counter the talented quarterbacks Tarleton will face. Led by 2011 All-American and 2012 preseason All-American Marquis Wadley, the Texans have leadership and experience in the linebacker core. Wadley, a Mesquite native, led the LSC last season with 119 total tackles, including 75 solo tackles. With him are senior Matt Knicky, a former All-Conference performer, and sophomore Marc Martinez, who has really impressed the coaches coming into the season. “With Marquis and Knicky back, we have two All-
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saw significant time alongside him after appearing in all 11 games. Returners Devin Figures, Brandon Moore, and Chance Wallace, as well as newcomers Robert Adkinson, Jamel Hale, Kyle Chandler, and Deaveron Dean make the secondary for Tarleton a very dangerous threat to opponents. Each and every one of these players can make the key interception, light up an opposing receiver across the middle, or use their blazing speed to get into the back field for the Texan defense. “Our secondary is going to cause a lot of problems for opposing coaches,” said Fowler. “We can leave them out one-on-one, bring them in on blitzes, or put them in variety of assignments that will help the linebackers and defensive line focus on their players. We have speed, size, and intelligence back there that make our jobs easier. The young guys have really shown what they are capable of, and even the starters are young guys themselves. Fans can expect an exciting style of football out of our secondary this year.”
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The Tarleton defensive line must replace the team leader in sacks last year in Logan Johnson. Johnson graduated and left an open spot in the defensive end position. Coach Cofer believes they have a plethora of talented players that can fill that void, if not improve on that position. Across the defensive line, the rest of the names are the same. Rufus Johnson will start his second season at the defensive end slot after recording 5.5 sacks and 15.5 tackles for loss last season, both amongst the league leaders in the LSC. Next to him will be his former Kilgore Junior College teammate in Chase Bowers, a 6’4”, 290-pound beast at the defensive tackle position. Going down the line will be Brian Ford, a senior and leader for this Texan defense. Those two players bring size and experience on the interior defensive line. Similar to the wide receiver and running back positions, Tarleton will utilize a rotation of players in order to wear down the offensive line of opponents. Transfer Ronnie Faimoa, returner Cole Vitolo, and sophomore Juan Gonzalez are all expected to contribute and add depth to the defensive tackle spot. Jarett Alvarado and Ryan Watkins could also see time in the middle. In the open defensive end spot, sophomore Patrick
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“I don’t think we did ourselves any favors with this schedule,” said Fowler. “It has to be one of the toughest in the country. You’re talking about five teams that were top 25 last year. North Alabama constantly sends more players to the NFL than any other DII school, and Delta State, who is the National Championship Runners-Up. We definitely have our work cut out for us, but that is what we wanted. To be the best, you have to play the best.” Tarleton starts off on Sept. 8 with defending LSC Champs Midwestern State at home for playing Abilene Christian in the second annual Lone Star Conference Football Festival at Cowboys Stadium on Sept. 15. The Texans will then host Eastern New Mexico before heading to West Texas A&M on Sept. 29. The first of two games against Gulf South opponents is Delta State on Oct. 6 at Memorial Stadium. Next will be Texas A&M-Commerce on Oct. 13 and Texas A&MKingsville on Oct. 20 with both schools looking to avenge losses to Tarleton last season. The Texans wrap up their schedule with Incarnate Word on Oct. 27 on the road, at North Alabama in Florence, Ala. on Nov. 3, and a home game against Angelo State on Nov. 10, which will be broadcast on FoxSportsSouthwest.com.
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Bettiol has positioned himself as the starter for day one. Coach Fowler likes the intensity and discipline with which he plays, putting him as the front runner for Sept. 8. Close behind him is Cory Jackson, Ty Melton, Andre Allen, and Brian Ngwa, who all saw time last year on the defensive line. They will also be used to spell Johnson for plays. Kole Johnston, Jake Blount, and Garrett Roget are also names to be mentioned as possible contributors to Tarleton’s defensive line. “I am really excited about our defensive line this year because we have so many playmakers,” said Fowler. “Logan (Johnson) was a great pass rusher, but I believe we have some guys this year that are complete players. They can pass-rush, drop into coverage, or even come inside to stop the run. We are going to win battles up front because of the size, experience, and veteran leadership we have. Rufus, Brian Ford, Chase Bowers, these guys led us last season and we expect them to do the same this year.”
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Conference performers leading us in the middle,” Fowler said. “With that, we have Marc Martinez who has really come on strong as a true mike linebacker. He was injured last year so he didn’t get to play, but he has had an outstanding offseason.” There are a number of other potential players for Tarleton at the linebacker position, including returners Julius Hurndon, Bo Davis, and Kade Cole. Newcomers CJ Johnson, DJ Haynes, Damien Ward, and Anthony Lee are also pushing for reps and playing time. All that is certain though, is that there is a healthy competition for the linebacker positions, especially the rover spot. “Dan Jackson played rover for us last year and was second on the team in tackles,” said Fowler. “This year, we expect guys to step up with Garrett Hughes, Jamel Hale, and Julius Hurndon to really make that a dangerous spot on this defense. These guys can all flat out play. They bring another dimension to our defense that allows us to move the guys in the secondary around.”
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2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2009 LSC Division Champions • 2001, 2009 LSC Co-Champion
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68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
Preseason Roster No. Name
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 35 36 37 40 42 44 45 46 47 49 50 51 52 53 56 57 59 60 10
Matthew Bishop Jerome Regal Dashaun Phillips Devon Gray Collin Strahan Aaron Doyle Marquis Wadley Charles Moore Brandon Moore Ethan Horton Clifton Rhodes III Blake Barnes Julius Hurndon Jake Fenske Jeken Frye Cordell Valentine Jamel Hale Blair Johnson Chance Wallace Courtney Osunde Zach Henshaw Jeremy Louis Ramonte Harris Cameron Bridgewater Desmond Jackson Cameron Kendrick Vaughn Smith Josh Reed Isaac Arellano Kyle Chandler Savion Washington Marc Martinez Ty Melton Devin Figures Matt Knicky Bo Davis Andre Allen Brian Ngwa Damien Ward Kole Johnston Garrett Hughes Anthony Lee Ronnie Faimoa Ryan Martin Kade Cole Nic Perez Patrick Bettiol Jerell Jones Jarett Alvarado AJ Gutierrez Jr.
Pos.
QB RB DB WR QB QB LB DB DB LB WR K/P LB QB WR WR DB DB DB DB RB DB DB LB DB Rov. RB RB K/P DB RB LB DE DB LB LB DE DE LB DE Rov. LB DT OL LB OL DE OL DT OL
Ht. Wt.
6-0 5-10 5-11 5-9 6-0 6-2 5-9 5-10 5-10 6-1 6-1 5-10 5-10 6-4 5-10 5-10 5-10 6-1 6-0 5-7 5-10 5-9 5-11 6-1 6-0 6-0 5-10 6-0 5-11 6-0 5-11 6-0 6-0 5-10 6-1 6-3 6-3 6-2 6-0 6-3 6-2 6-0 6-3 6-2 5-11 6-4 6-3 6-1 6-3 5-11
190 195 180 175 180 215 210 190 185 220 190 170 210 220 175 185 175 200 190 150 200 180 180 210 200 188 190 193 180 200 205 220 245 180 225 220 235 230 220 210 200 215 303 280 215 290 240 270 245 280
Yr.
FR SO JR SR R-FR JR JR JR R-FR FR SO FR JR SR JR SR JR SR R-FR JR FR FR JR SR SR SO JR JR SO JR R-FR SO SO JR SR R-FR SO SO FR R-FR SO FR JR SO R-FR R-FR SO SR R-FR JR
Hometown
Aledo, Texas Garland, Texas Duncanville, Texas Phoenix, Ariz. Dallas, Texas Evant, Texas Dallas, Texas Carrollton, Texas Carrollton, Texas Brownwood, Texas Fort Worth, Texas Stephenville, Texas Daingerfield, Texas Round Rock, Texas El Paso, Texas Vicksburg, Miss. Anchorage, Alaska Dallas, Texas Canton, Texas Arlington, Texas Fischer, Texas Euless, Texas Arlington, Texas Channelview, Texas Arlington, Texas Crawford, Texas Menlo Park, Calif. Hammond, La. Euless, Texas Houston, Texas Garland, Texas Waco, Texas Sachse, Texas Jefferson, Texas Cedar Park, Texas McKinney, Texas Killeen, Texas Arlington, Texas Dallas, Texas Crawford, Texas Daingerfield, Texas Cedar Hill, Texas Pago Pago, American Samoa San Antonio, Texas Mineral Wells, Texas Stephenville, Texas College Station, Texas Everman , Texas Rowlett, Texas Saginaw, Texas
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20 Adams
Adkinson
42 Allen
59 Alvarado 74 Arbuckle 30 Arellano 75 Atnip
13 Barnes 56 Bettiol
2 Bishop
Blount
99 Bowers
25 Bridgewater
82 Buckingham 77 Burnett
78 Campbell 31 Chandler 52 Cole
Coverdale Cowart
40 Davis Day
Dean
65 Di Domenico Dotcie 7 Doyle
86 Edmonds 87 Ernst
50 Faimoa 15 Fenske
36 Figures 95 Ford
Fornes 16 Frye
98 Gonzalez 66 Grant 5 Gray
61 Green
60 Gutierrez Jr. 18 Hale
24 Harris
62 Harvey
Haynes
22 Henshaw Hill
64 Hinton
11 Horton
47 Hughes
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Ht. Wt.
Yr.
Hometown
Alphabetical Roster
14 Hurndon
97 Jackson, C.
26 Jackson, Des. 19 Johnson, Bla.
Johnson, CJ
90 Johnson, Ruf. 46 Johnston 57 Jones
27 Kendrick 37 Knicky 49 Lee
23 Louis 72 Love
Martin, D.
51 Martin, R. 33 Martinez 81 Mays
84 McLane 35 Melton
80 Meyers
10 Moore, B.
9 Moore, C. 44 Ngwa
89 Osborn
21 Osunde 53 Perez
4 Phillips 85 Plata
29 Reed
3 Regal
12 Rhodes III 67 Roget
History
79 Ruben 28 Smith
6 Strahan 71 Travis
Conference
17 Valentine 88 VanLiew 96 Vitolo
8 Wadley
20 Wallace 45 Ward
University
Paris, Texas McKinney, Texas Rockwall, Texas Burlington, Ontario, Canada Richardson, Texas Arlington, Texas Houston, Texas Stephenville, Texas Van Alstyne, Texas Canadian, Texas Seymour, Texas North Richland Hills, Texas Richardson, Texas Baytown, Texas Gatesville, Texas Pflugerville, Texas Pilot Point, Texas San Antonio, Texas Dallas, Texas Richardson, Texas Rowlett, Texas Lampasas, Texas Rowlett, Texas Dallas, Texas Garland, Texas Fort Worth, Texas Houston, Texas Allen, Texas Wichita Falls, Texas Arlington, Texas Panama City, Fla. Houston, Texas Corsicana, Texas Flower Mound, Texas Stephenville, Texas Cedar Park, Texas Dallas, Texas Tyler, Texas Converse, Texas Kerrville, Texas Euless, Texas Whitney Texas Alvarado, Texas Lancaster, Texas Frisco, Texas Marble Falls, Texas Granbury, Texas
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SO R-FR SO SR R-FR JR SO R-FR SO SO FR JR SR SO R-FR SR SR JR FR FR SO JR R-FR SR SO FR SR JR JR SO SR FR FR FR FR FR FR FR FR FR FR JR FR FR FR FR R-FR
Opponents
OL 6-2 285 OL 6-5 255 OL 6-4 280 OL 6-6 305 LB 6-1 215 DE 6-1 225 OL 6-3 315 OL 6-4 270 OL 6-4 280 DS 6-3 235 OL 6-9 315 OL 6-0 290 OL 6-6 310 OL 6-4 300 WR 6-0 185 WR 5-9 165 WR 6-1 190 TE 6-4 260 WR 5-10 180 WR 6-6 220 TE 6-6 245 WR 5-10 175 WR 6-0 180 DE 6-5 257 DT 6-1 250 DT 6-0 250 DT 6-1 280 DE 6-1 235 DT 5-11 265 DT 6-3 275 DT 6-4 290 DB 5-9 165 DB 5-8 170 DE 6-4 210 Rov. 6-2 210 OL 6-6 320 OL 6-5 330 DB 5-11 190 WR 6-1 200 WR 5-11 175 LB 6-0 200 OL 6-5 300 LB 6-2 210 WR 5-10 165 WR 5-11 160 QB 6-2 190 WR 6-2 208
Texan Football
61 Matt Green 62 Spencer Harvey 64 Robert Hinton 65 Michael Di Domenico 66 Jade Grant 67 Garrett Roget 70 Armando Alvarez 71 Kody Travis 72 Lucas Love 74 Aaron Arbuckle 75 Blake Atnip 77 Chris Burnett 78 Adrian Campbell 79 Xavier Ruben 80 Le’Nard Meyers 81 Jamal Mays 82 Arthur Buckingham 84 Will McLane 85 Andre Plata 86 Spencer Edmonds 87 Lou Ernst 88 Jonathan VanLiew 89 Christian Osborn 90 Rufus Johnson 92 Darren Wicker 94 Ryan Watkins 95 Brian Ford 96-97 Cory Jackson 96-97 Cole Vitolo 98 Juan Gonzalez 99 Chase Bowers Daniel Adams Robert Adkinson Jake Blount Brayden Coverdale Damon Cowart Kevin Day Deaveron Dean Tyrone Dotcie Kason Fornes DJ Haynes Maxx Hill CJ Johnson Dominique Martin Tate Whitten Zed Woerner Tyler Wright
Preview Staff Players
No. Name
32 Washington 94 Watkins Whitten 92 Wicker
Woerner Wright
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Roster by Class Seniors (15) Devon Gray Jake Fenske Cordell Valentine Blair Johnson Cameron Bridgewater Desmond Jackson Matt Knicky Jerell Jones Michael Di Domenico Adrian Campbell Jamal Mays Arthur Buckingham Rufus Johnson Brian Ford Chase Bowers Juniors (22) Dashaun Phillips Aaron Doyle Marquis Wadley Charles Moore Julius Hurndon Jeken Frye Jamel Hale Kyle Chandler Vaughn Smith Josh Reed Devin Figures Ronnie Faimoa AJ Gutierrez Jr. Chris Burnett Will McLane Jonathan VanLiew Garrett Roget Cole Vitolo Cory Jackson
Ramonte Harris Maxx Hill Courtney Osunde Sophomores (20) Jerome Regal Clifton Rhodes III Cameron Kendrick Isaac Arellano Marc Martinez Ty Melton Andre Allen Brian Ngwa Garrett Hughes Ryan Martin Patrick Bettiol Matt Green Robert Hinton Lucas Love Aaron Arbuckle Xavier Ruben Armando Alvarez Lou Ernst Darren Wicker Juan Gonzalez RS - Freshman (15) Collin Strahan Brandon Moore Chance Wallace Savion Washington Bo Davis Kole Johnston Kade Cole
Nic Perez Jade Grant Spencer Harvey Kody Travis Le’Nard Meyers Tyler Wright Jarett Alvarado Christian Osborn Freshman (23) Matt Bishop Ethan Horton Zed Woerner Robert Adkinson Daniel Adams Zach Henshaw Jeremy Louis Brayden Coverdale CJ Johnson Deaveron Dean DJ Haynes Anthony Lee Damien Ward Damon Cowart Jake Blount Kevin Day Blake Atnip Andre Plata Tate Whitten Kason Fornes Ryan Watkins Tyron Dotcie Blake Barnes
Pronunciation Guide Player..................................................... Pronunciation Armando Alvarez................. ARE-mon-doh AL-vuh-rez Aaron Arbuckle.....................air - uhn ARE - buck - uhl Isaac Arellano............................... eye-zic AIR-ell-ah-no Patrick Bettiol.......................... pat - rick BET - ee - ole Chris Burnett..................................... chris BURN - ette Michael Di Domenico.....michael dee DOH-men-ick-oh Ronnie Faimoa..................................... ronn-ee FUH-moe-uh Jeken Frye.........................................................juh-KIN fr-eye Devon Gray.................................................... DEV - uhn gray Jerrell Jones....................................................JUH - rehl jones Matt Knicky...........................................matt NICK - ee Jamal Mays...................................... JAH - mall MAYS Le’Nard Meyers.....................................LIN-urd meyers Brian Ngwa...................................... BRY - uhn GWAH Courtney Osunde..................... court-knee OH-sune-dee Dashaun Phillips............................DUH-sha-un phillips Andre Plata............................................. an-dre PLA-tuh Cordell Valentine...............................core-dell valentine Cole Vitolo.................................... cole vee - TOH - loh Marquis Wadley.............................mark-eese Wah-d-lee Savion Washington.....................save-ee-on washington
Texans by State
68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
Preseason Roster
Texas (90) California (1) Canada (1) American Samoa (1)
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68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
Head Coach
CARY FOWLER HEAD COACH | THIRD SEASON | FIFTH SEASON AT TARLETON
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hen it comes to third year head coach Cary Fowler, there isn’t a shortage for people to contact regarding advice. The Texans’ leader is going into his third season at the helm and his third as a head coach in general. It has been a process of learning, growing, and communicating expectations with his fellow coaches and the players. He has used his coaching connections and mentors in order to better understand what it means to be a head coach of a football program. “I have been involved in college football for the past 23 years of my life,” said Fowler. “I have seen a lot of things and coached a lot of players, but here at Tarleton, I am able to fully appreciate the coaching experience. We have the facilities, the staff, and the university that makes Tarleton football one of the premier programs in all of Division II.” Coach Fowler has high expectations, not only for himself, but also for the players and the university as a whole. The 2012 squad is the most talented and deepest squad Coach Fowler has put together in his time at Tarleton and with that comes loft goals. After finishing the 2011 season with a 6-5 record and five straight wins, fans and alumni are looking for the Texans to turn the corner and move into the next generation of success and championships. With 68 underclassmen, it will be a challenge. Through the early part of the century, Tarleton was the most successful program in the Lone Star Conference. Since then, the rest of the league has caught up in terms of recruiting and success on the field. It is a critical time for the Texans to maintain their hold on the forefront of the conference landscape. Fowler has spent 20 years in coaching at all only three schools, which is surprising considering the number of Division I coaches he has worked with, under, and over in his time in college football. With names like Houston Nutt, Denver Johnson, and Joe Pannunzio as influences, Fowler has plenty of sounding boards to bounce ideas off of. “The best thing that has happened to me is that Coach Nutt is not coaching anymore,” said Fowler. “Now I have unlimited access to him. I really use these coaches as guides and examples of coaching the right way. They 14
have meant so much to me in my development as a coach and as a human being.” At the end of the day for Fowler, only one thing matters, and it isn’t necessarily winning games. “The most rewarding part of coaching is watching these kids graduate,” said Fowler. “We have a lot of first generation college students, as I was myself. I was influenced by my mom and dad more than anyone else and I haven’t missed a day of school or work my entire life. I want to set an example for these young men and show them that dedication and a drive to succeed are all you need to be something in life.” The 2011 team was Fowler’s real beginning as a head coach because he was able to play the players he recruited. With that squad, Tarleton overcame a 1-5 start to finish 6-5 on the year with five straight victories, including big conference wins over Incarnate Word, Texas A&MKingsville, and Angelo State. At 5-3 in league play, the Texans finished fourth overall behind ranked teams like Midwestern St., Abilene Christian, and West Texas A&M. Coach Fowler had six players earn all-conference honors, two players named all-region, and a pair of all-American performers in linebacker Marquis Wadley and defensive back Dashaun Phillips. In 2010, Fowler completed his first season in charge of the Texans, who went 3-8 on the season. Injuries on
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Head Coach Hometown........................................ Hopkinsville, Ky. High School.........................Hopkinsville High School College.......................................... Murray State (‘94) Family.................................................... wife, Shanan daughters, Sophi and Cari-Bella
Coaching History
2010-present................................................. Tarleton Head Coach 2008-09......................................................... Tarleton Defensive Coordinator 2001-07.......................................... Midwestern State Defensive Coordinator 2001 following season.................... Midwestern State Interim Head Coach 2000.......................................................Murray State Outside Linebackers, Special Teams, Recruiting Coordinator
1997.......................................................Murray State Secondary, Recruiting Coord., Academic Advisor 1995-96..................................................Murray State Restrictive Duties, Cornerbacks
Played for: Houston Nutt (HC) - Arkansas, Ole Miss, Murray State, CBS Analyst, learned from Barry Switzer, Jimmy Johnson, Lou Holtz, Eddie Sutton, and Frank Broyles
Joe Pannunzio (HC) - Murray State, Miami, Mississippi, Auburn, and Alabama Chester Caddus - Pacific, Vanderbilt, Colorado St., Purdue, mentored Pete Carroll Boddy Allen - Arkansas, Murray State
Randle McCray - Wisconsin, Pittsburgh, Murray State Rick Cartwright - Arizona Cardinals, St. Louis Rams Kim Dameron - Cornell, Murray State
Charlie Wiles - Virginia Tech, Murray State Coached with: Mark Hutson - Midwestern State, Oakland Raiders Derrick Jones - Murray State, Duke
Matt Luke - Murray State, Duke, Tennessee, Ole Miss Vance Vice - Murray State, Illinois State, Louisiana-Monroe Memphis Lee Hays - Houston, Tarleton, Marcus White - Houston, Tarleton
2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2009 LSC Division Champions • 2001, 2009 LSC Co-Champion
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Dan Werner - Murray State, Miami, James Madison, and Ole Miss, coached Heisman winnger Ken Dorsey
Conference
Andre Haley - Austin Peay, LSU
History
Linwood Ferguson - Illinois, Murray St., Midwestern State
2011 Review
Denver Johnson (HC) - Oklahoma State, Murray State, Illinois State, Oklahoma, Colorado, and Tulsa
Opponents
Fowler’s Coaching tree
Texan Football
1998-99..................................................Murray State Safeties, Outside Linebackers, Rec. Coordinator
both sides of the ball and a very tough schedule caused problems for the first year head coach, but it was just the beginning of the transition into a winning program that found success last season. In 2009, Fowler helped the Texans to the second round of the NCAA Division II playoffs and to a share of both the LSC Championship and the LSC South Division title. The Texan defense led the conference for most of the season and finished third in the LSC in total defense (323.4) and scoring defense (20.9). Tarleton was second in pass defense (21.61) and in interceptions (20). Tarleton was first in the league in opponents’ fourth-down conversions (22.2 percent) and second in opponents’ third-down conversions (30.2 percent). In 2008, the Texan defensive coordinator directed a defense that was No. 1 in the league in scoring defense, allowing just 21.8 points per game. The Texans were second overall in total defense with 319.3 yards per outing while the pass defense topped the LSC after allowing just 196.9 yards through the air. In 2007 at MSU, Fowler led the No. 1 total defense in the LSC, allowing just 294.2 yards per game. The Mustangs had the top-ranked rushing defense, allowing just 93.9 yards rushing per outing, and the third-ranked passing defense, giving up just 200.3 yards per contest through the air. MSU was also the best scoring defense in the LSC, allowing just 18.6 points per game. Prior to joining the staff at MSU, Fowler spent nine years of association with the Murray State University football program. Fowler, who has made a name for himself by annually constructing one of the top defenses in the LSC, was selected as the NCAA Division II Assistant Coach of the Year in 2005. The award, which was first presented in 1997, honors assistant coaches that excel in community service, commitment to the student-athlete, on-field coaching success and AFCA professional organization involvement. Fowler has been in tune with each during his collegiate coaching career. While on the Texan staff, Fowler has spent time speaking to community groups such as the Kiwanis and Optimist Clubs. He has also spent time helping the football team with community service projects such as Meals on Wheels, Foster Home events and been involved with Refuge – a weekly Bible study at Harvey Baptist Church. In Wichita Falls, he was very involved in the community as well, but his accomplishments on the field have been just as noteworthy. As a prep athlete, he earned all-state honors as a four-year letter winner on the gridiron while also participating in track and baseball. After two seasons at Austin Peay State in Clarksville, Tenn., Fowler transferred to Murray (Ky.) State to begin what would be a nine-year relationship with the Racers’ football program. In 1993 and 1994, he was a safety and standout special teams performer before moving into a graduate assistant role from 1995-96. Fowler’s role would grow into his first full-time coaching job in 1997 when he was put in charge of the Murray State secondary. He became recruiting coordinator later that year before becoming the linebackers and free safety coach in 1999. During his four seasons as a full-time coach at Murray State, Fowler coached two All Americans in cornerback Willie Hampton (1998) and safety Beau Guest (2000). Fowler continued his coaching successes at Midwestern State as the defensive coordinator in 2001 where he coached a pair of All-Americans including linebacker Columbus Wooley and safety Germont Jackson. Fowler earned a bachelor’s degree in history from Murray State in 1994. Fowler married the former Shanan Dunn in June of 2002. The couple are the proud parents of two daughters: Sophi and Bella.
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Assistant Coach 2001, 2009 LSC Champions
JUSTIN CARRIGAN
OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR | FIRST SEASON | THIRD SEASON AT TARLETON
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Four-Time LSC Division Championships
The Carrigan File
Hometown............................. Carrollton High School.....R.L. Turner High School College..................... Angelo State (‘03) Family...............................wife, Heather
Coaching History
2012.........................................Tarleton Offensive Coordinator 2011..........................................Tarleton Wide Receivers 2010.........................................Tarleton Quarterbacks/Passing Game Coord. 2009...............................Texas-El Paso Offensive Assistant 2007-08.....................Midwestern State Receivers/Passing Game Coord.
2005............................ Midwestern State Graduate Assistant
Coaching Record 2005 2006 2007 2008
Midwestern State Midwestern State Midwestern State Midwestern State
receivers coach. He also served as passing game coordinator for the Mustangs. At Midwestern State, Carrigan coached one of the most prolific offenses in the Lone Star Conference at the time, including quarterback Daniel Polk. In 2008, MSU averaged 319.2 yards per game while the Mustangs averaged 549.4 yards per game in 2007. Polk averaged 322.6 yards per game on his own as a duel-threat quarterback. The previous season under a twoquarterback system, MSU averaged 436.5 yards per game, including 194.5 yards passing and 242.0 yards per game on the ground. Carrigan played at Angelo State, where he was a two-time All-LSC safety. He received the school’s Greg Stokes Award in 2000. As a senior, Carrigan recorded two interceptions, scored a touchdown, recorded 65 total tackles, five tackles for a loss of minus-15 yards, had three pass breakups and receovered two fumbles for 18 yards with two forced fumbles. He earned his degree in kinesiology in 2003 and has received a master’s degree in sports administration. The Texan coach married the former Heather West on June 14, 2008.
6-4 10-3 8-3 6-4
2009 Texas-El Paso
4-8
2010 Tarleton 2011 Tarleton
3-8 6-5
68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
2006............................ Midwestern State Receivers/Strength and Conditioning
fter spending the 2009 season at Texas-El Paso, Justin Carrigan came to Tarleton as the quarterbacks coach and the passing game coordinator. In his third year as an assistant coach with the Texans, Carrigan will get his first shot at the offensive coordinator position. As the wide receivers coach in 2011, Carrigan coached a squad of wide outs that combined for 3,197 yards on 258 receptions, including 21 touchdowns. Tarleton averaged 290.6 yards through the air each game last season. In 2010, Carrigan helped coach quarterbacks Nick Stephens and Aaron Doyle who combined for 2,256 yards through the air and 12 touchdowns while both were fighting through injuries. In 2009 at UTEP, Carrigan helped the Miner offense average 428.7 yards per game, including 277.6 yards through the air as he worked with the passing game at UTEP. The starting quarterback had a 130.1 efficiency rating and threw for over 3,300 yards and 17 touchdowns. Carrigan spent four years at Lone Star Conference South Division rival Midwestern State prior to his stint at UTEP. He was a graduate assistant at MSU in 2005 before being promoted to strength and conditioning/
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The Cofer File
Hometown................................... Dallas High School................. Justin F. Kimball College...........Sam Houston State (‘97) Family................... daughter, Krysilynne
Coaching History
2006-09....................................Tarleton Linebackers
1997-2000............. Austin Johnston HS Defensive Coordinator
Coaching Record
6-4 9-2 8-3 10-3 3-8 6-5
2011 Review
2006 Tarleton 2007 Tarleton 2008 Tarleton 2009 Tarleton 2010 Tarleton 2011 Tarleton
Opponents
2000-2006..................... Pflugerville HS Running backs
History
“When I came to Tarleton, I really wanted to gain experience at the collegiate coaching level, and I had a prior relationship with former Head Coach McElroy from Sam Houston State,” Cofer said. “I have a passion for the game of football, and I jumped at the chance to work at a family-oriented institution. This was, and continues to be, a great opportunity for me.” After attending the University of Arizona for one year, Cofer transferred to Sam Houston State where he lettered three seasons for the Bearkats and graduated in 1997 with a degree in kinesiology. He received all-conference honors while at SHSU. Cofer served as the defensive coordinator at Austin Johnston High School for four years (1997-2000) before coaching at Pflugerville High School for the next five seasons. While at Pflugerville, he helped coached the 2004 and 2005 Bi-District Champions and area runner-ups. In his five years there, Pflugerville claimed three district championships and he worked with four Division I signees at the runningback position. They made the playoffs all five seasons. Cofer, who completed his master’s degree at Tarleton in December of 2007, also serves as the professional football contact for the Texan coaching staff. Cofer has a 12-year-old daughter, Krysilynne.
Texan Football
2010-Present............................Tarleton Defensive Coordinator
enry Cofer enters his sixth season at Tarleton where he will serve as the linebackers’ mentor and the defensive coordinator. This will be his third year as defensive cooridnator for the purple and white. Prior to his full-time stint for the Texans, Cofer spent two seasons as a graduate assistant coach at Tarleton. Cofer came to Tarleton with several years of high school experience. The 2011 season saw the emergence of a young core of linebackers Cofer groomed for success. Sophomore Marquis Wadley finished with 119 tackles, which led the Lone Star Conference. In his first season as the coordinator in 2010, the Texans played many young players all over the field, and the coach mentored a defense that was led by Damian Perkins with 99 tackles and Brandon Johnson with 86 total stops. In 2009, Cofer coached Marcus Phillips to an All- Lone Star Conference First Team pick in his second season as a full-time coach. In 2007, Cofer coached the All-LSC First Team selection Vernon Smith after mentoring 2006 LSC South Division Linebacker of the Year Erick Smith who led the team, and was second in the conference, in tackles with 99. The linebacking corps was a huge part of a strong defense that was No. 1 in rushing defense and No. 2 in total defense.
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Conference University
2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2009 LSC Division Champions • 2001, 2009 LSC Co-Champion
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CHRIS MINEO DEFENSIVE LINE | FIFTH SEASON
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Four-Time LSC Division Championships
The Mineo File
Hometown.................................Odessa High School......... Permian High School College...................Texas-El Paso (‘06) Family................................ wife, Crystal children, Cayden, Brailey and Cai
Coaching History
2008-Present............................Tarleton Defensive Line 2006-07..........................Texas-El Paso Graduate Assistant
Coaching Record 2006 Texas-El Paso 2007 Texas-El Paso
8-3 10-3 3-8 6-5
of this year. While at UTEP, Mineo recorded 188 tackles for the Miners, including 84 solo stops. In 2005, Mineo tallied 20 tackles, including 13 solo stops. He had eight tackles for a loss of minus-48 yards, including six sacks for minus-42 yards for the Miners in only five games as a senior. As a junior, the Odessa native was named First Team AllWestern Athletic Conference as a defensive tackle after collecting 50 stops, including 39 solo tackles, leading the defensive line in total stops. He tied for the team lead with eight sacks (minus-34 yards), and he was named the WAC Defensive Player of the Year against San Jose State. In 2003, Mineo led all Miner defensive linemen with 70 tackles, including 20 solo tackles. As a redshirt freshman in 2002, he played in all 12 games while making three starts. He was named to the All-WAC Freshman Team chosen by The Sporting News. He was the sixth-leading tackler with 48 stops, including five tackles for a loss of minus-14 yards. Mineo was a First Team All-District 4-5A offensive tackle and second team alldistrict defensive end as a senior at Permian High School. The 2001 graduate of PHS was a three-year varsity letterwinner for the Panthers, and a four-year baseball letterman at pitcher and first base. Mineo and his wife, Crystal, have three children, Cayden, Brailey and Cai.
68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
2008 Tarleton 2009 Tarleton 2010 Tarleton 2011 Tarleton
5-7 4-8
hris Mineo enters his fifh season at Tarleton and third year as a full-time coach after serving as a graduate assistant coach for the Texans for two seasons. He will be in charge of the defensive line for the fourth straight year. The 2011 season saw Mineo’s crew make a statement as his line combined for 20 sacks and 48.5 tackles for loss. Rufus Johnson finished No. 2 in the LSC with 15.5 tackles for loss while Logan Johnson finished No. 3 in the LSC with eight sacks. In 2010, he mentored a defensive line that averaged 24 tackles per game among the top seven players on the line. In 2009, he coached one of the best defensive lines in the Lone Star Conference. He coached Second Team All-LSC South Division selections Ben Taifane and Alonzo Horton and honorable mention members Bryant Bray and Jamaal Steamer. In 2008, he helped direct Second Team All-LSC South Division selection Jamaal Steamer and honorable mention selection Alonzo Horton. In 2008, the Texan defensive line tallied 56.5 tackles for loss while the overall defense had 24 sacks. A four-year defensive lineman at the University of Texas-El Paso, Mineo signed as a free agent with the Washington Redskins after college before returning to UTEP as a student assistant in 2006. He became a graduate assistant for the Miners in the spring of 2007 before coming to Tarleton in January
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The Beasley File
Hometown......................Glendale, Ariz. High School........... Cactus High School College........................ Kansas St. (‘01) Family................................. son, Tanner
Coaching History
2009-11............................ Kansas State Assistant Coach Montana State Assistant Coach
Opponents
2007-08
Beasley received his first bachelor’s degree from Kansas State in marketing in 2000 before earning another bachelor’s in 2001 in management. He ventured to Emporia State to earn his first master’s degree in Health, Physical Education & Recreation in 2009 before making his way back to Kansas State for his second master’s degree in Counseling and Student Development in 2012. Beasley is a 1996 graduate of Cactus High School in Glendale, Arizona. He has a two-year old son, Tanner.
Texan Football
2012-Present............................Tarleton Wide Receivers
onathan Beasley enters his first season as a member of the Texan coaching staff, where he will serve as the wide receivers coach for the 2012 season. Beasley comes to Tarleton from Kansas State where he coached the Big 12 member Wildcats last season. Prior to his coaching stint with Kansas State, Beasley coached at Montana State and served as a graduate assistant at Emporia State. The new Texan coach has assisted in the coaching of two All-Big 12 second-team selections and a first-team selection, as well as assisting in the coaching of the 2011 honorable mention Offensive Linemen of the Year. Prior to his coaching career, Beasley was a two-year starting quarterback at Kansas State University where he led the Wildcats to a 21-4 record and two bowl victories. He was the MVP of the 199 Holiday Bowl and the CoMVP if the 2001 Cotton Bowl.
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JONATHAN BEASLEY
History Conference University
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JOSH MARTIN OFFENSIVE LINE | FIRST SEASON
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Hometown...................... Spring Branch High School............Smithson Valley HS College............................. Tarleton (‘11) Family..............engaged, Lauryn Turner
Coaching History
2012-Present............................Tarleton Offensive Line 2011.....................................Texas Tech Graduate Assistant
Coaching Record 2011 Texas Tech
In the spring of 2012, Martin coached alongside Texas Tech’s current offensive coordinator Neal Brown. Martin is the son of Joe and Peggy Martin. His father, Joe, coached Garland High School to the 1999 5A state championship and is the current assistant executive director of the Texas High School Coaches Association. He is engaged to Lauryn Turner and will be married on June 22, 2013. Lauryn’s father Brad Turner is the head football coach at Springtown High School. Josh also has a brother on the Texan football team, Ryan.
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Four-Time LSC Division Championships
The Martin File
osh Martin has returned to Tarleton as a coach in 2012 after playing for the Texans from 2007-11. He will coach the offensive line for the Texans. Martin started on the offensive line for three years as a Texan, including the 2009 season which Tarleton earned a Lone Star Conference Championship and advanced to the second round of the NCAA playoffs. After receiving his bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from Tarleton in 2011, Martin headed north to Texas Tech to earn his master’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies. While at Texas Tech, Martin was a graduate assistant and worked under former Tarleton head coach Sam McElroy and current TCU coach Chad Glasgow in the fall of 2011. He helped coach Texas Tech’s second-team All-Big 12 offensive lineman.
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The Martin File
Hometown...................................Celina High School............ Celina High School College.............. Midwestern State (‘09) Family.......................................... Single
Coaching History
Coaching Record 2010 Tarleton 2011 Tarleton
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In his junior season, Martin was second on the team in tackles with 64, including 27 solo and 37 assisted tackles. He had three tackles for a loss of minus-18 yards, including one and a half sacks for minus-14 yards. He also had five breakups and a recovered fumble. Martin played for Tarleton head coach Cary Fowler when Fowler was the defensive coordinator at MSU. Martin transferred to MSU from Trinity Valley Community College where he played the 2004 and 2005 seasons. He was a preseason JUCO All-American and awas selected to the all-conference team both years. A 2004 graduate of Celina High School, Martin is working on his master’s degree in kinesiology. While in high school, he helped his team to state championships in 2001 and 2002 with perfect 16-0 records each season. Martin recently married his wife Kari on June 2, 2012.
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2010-Present............................Tarleton Graduate Assistant
acob Martin returns to the Texan coaching staff for the third season while working on his master’s degree at Tarleton. He will coach the rovers for the purple and white. Martin joined the Texan staff in 2010 and helped the Texan rovers in his first as a graduate assistant. Martin came to Tarleton from Midwestern State where he played for two seasons. As a senior in 2008, Martin was named honorable mention All-Lone Star Conference as an inside linebacker for the Mustangs. He also was named honorable mention as a junior for MSU. As a senior for the Mustangs, Martin was second on the team with 63 total tackles, just two behind the leader. Martin had 20 solo and 43 assisted stops, including two and a half tackles for a loss of minus-four yards. He also had a forced fumble.
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JACOB MARTIN
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Ryan Craven
GRADUATE ASSISTANT – DEFENSIVE BACKS | SECOND SEASON
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Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
The Craven File
Hometown...............................Rockwall High School........ Rockwall High School College.............. Midwestern State (‘11) Family.......................................... Single
Coaching History
2011-Present............................Tarleton Graduate Assistant
Coaching Record 2011 Tarleton
6-5
fter playing fiver years at Midwestern State University, Ryan Craven came to Tarleton as a graduate assistant coach who focuses on the safeties along with head coach Cary Fowler. Craven played free safety for the Mustangs starting all 34 games since his sophomore season. He earned All-Lone Star Conference Second Team honors as a sophomore in 2008. Craven led the team in tackles in three of his four years, including tallying 75 tackles, including 32 solo stops as a senior. Craven finished his career with 267 tackles, including 104 solo stops, 13.5 tackles for loss and 17 passes defended. He also recorded five interceptions and three blocked kicks. He recorded five-or-more tackles in nine games as a senior including a career-high
13 tackles in a 38-31 overtime victory over Incarnate Word on Oct. 2, 2010. As a junior, Craven led the team with 74 tackles, and he made a season-high nine tackles in the first round of the NCAA Division II postseason against Abilene Christian on Nov. 14, 2009. Craven recorded 49 tackles as a sophomore, with 14 solo stops. As a freshman, the Rockwall native led the team with 69 tackles, including 35 solo stops as a true freshman. He was named the LSC South Division Defensive Player of the Week twice that season. Craven graduated with his bachelor’s degree from MSU in May 2011.
Mike Hernandez
GRADUATE ASSISTANT – RUNNING BACKS | SECOND SEASON
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Hometown..........................San Antonio High School............Smithson Valley HS College............................. Tarleton (‘11) Family.......................................... Single
Coaching History
2011-Present............................Tarleton
Student Assistant - Offense
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68 All-Americans
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ike Hernandez moves to the coaching side of football this season after playing for the Texans on the offensive line. Hernandez will serve as a offensive graduate assistant for first-year offensive coordinator Justin Carrigan. Hernandez played the 2010 season for Tarleton, starting on the offensive line. He missed the 2009 season with an injury after transferring to Tarleton from Cisco Junior College. He was a unanimous first team all-conference selection at CJC. He was also named a first team All-American. A 2003 graduate of Smithson Valley High School in San Antonio, Hernandez received his degree from Tarleton in 2011.
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The Kirkland File
Hometown.................................. Borger High School............Borger High School College............................. Tarleton (‘14) Family.......................................... Single
Coaching History
renton Kirkland has joined the Texans coaching staff as a student assistant for the 2012 season. Kirkland is an undergraduate student at Tarleton in the Kinesiology program and is in his first year of coaching. The Borger native signed on to play quarterback for Tarleton following his high school graduation in 2010, but an ankle injury suffered prior to graduation ended his playing career. After two years of rehab, “Coach Fowler
has blessed me with the opportunity to join the staff and get a head start in my coaching career,” said Kirkland. Kirkland was academic all-state, an all-state honorable mention quarterback and all-district in four sports during his career at Borger High School. He is the son of Irvin and Sherry Kirkland and has a brother, Tyler.
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Trenton Kirkland
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New Offensive Coordinator Justin Carrigan with new assistants Jonathan Beasley and Trenton Kirkland.
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Rusty Jergins SIDELINE COORDINATOR | 17th SEASON
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Hometown.............................. Granbury High School........Granbury High School College............................. Tarleton (‘84) Family................. Wife, Deslys, children Adyson, Austin and Adan
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68 All-Americans
again to Dean of Student Life in May 2000. He assumed the VP role in the spring of 2011. Jergins earned both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Tarleton. Rusty and his wife, Deslys, were married November 2001, and the couple spent part of their honeymoon at the Texans’ playoff game in Davis, Calif. They have a daughter, Adyson, and two sons, Austin and Adan.
Cheryl Spellmeier
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
The Jergins File
ntering his 17th season of assisting the football coaching staff is Rusty Jergins, Tarleton’s Vice President for Student Life. Jergins, who travels with the team to every game, is responsible for coordinating the Texans’ travel arrangements, and he also organizes the sideline during games. As Vice President of Student Life, Rusty and his staff are responsible for planning, coordinating and implementing a variety of programs and services which are designed to provide students with the opportunity to reach their full potential academically and personally. Jergins was hired as a graduate assistant for the Division of Student Services in May of 1984 and was named the Peer Advisor Coordinator just one year later. He served in that capacity through June 1988, when his title was changed to Director of Student Activities. He was named Dean of Students in November 1989 and that title was changed
Hometown......................Atchison, Kan. High School.........Atchison High School Family........................Husband, Robert, daughters, Amanda and Cheri
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heryl Spellmeier is in her 15th year as secretary for the Texan football program, and the coaches would probably tell much of the success is due to the unending help of “Miss Cheryl.” In addition to her daily secretarial duties, Spellmeier assists the coaching staff with the coordination of team travel and the organization of recruiting visits. She provides daily support and is the football players’ “mother” away from home - something in which she takes great pride. Spellmeier also assists the athletics department with individual travel coordination for all athletics department personnel as well as helping with the
corporate sponsorship program. Originally from Atchinson, Kan., she has been in Stephenville for 24 years and previously worked for the City Water Department. Spellmeier, and her husband, Robert, have two daughters, Amanda and Cheri. She also has one grandson, C.J., and a granddaughter, Charidee.
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Zach Shaver
FALLEN BROTHER | DEFENSIVE LINE | WICHITA FALLS
The Texan Football family suffered a tragic loss on Monday, March 29, 2010 when Redshirt Freshman Zach Shaver passed away from a head injury suffered during a spring practice. And he will never be forgotten.
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ach Shaver, 18, a football player at Tarleton State University passed away on Monday, March 29, 2010 at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital-Fort Worth after a head injury suffered Saturday, March 27 during a spring practice. Shaver, a redshirt freshman from Wichita Falls (Rider High School) who joined the football team in the fall of 2009 as a defensive lineman, was airlifted to the Metroplex hospital from Tarleton’s Memorial Stadium. Shaver was involved in a routine football play when the freshman fell to the ground. Official reports determined Shaver suffered a traumatic brain injury. When Tarleton head coach Cary Fowler was the defensive coordinator at Midwestern State, the Shaver family lived close to the Fowlers. “Zach was a great young man, and I enjoyed watching him grow up over the years,” Fowler said. “This is a very difficult time for the Shaver family and the Texan football family. Zach was a great person and teammate, and he was a pleasure to coach. We ask that everyone pray for his friends and family to help them through this difficult situation.” Shaver was a 2009 graduate of Rider
2011 Recipient Jason Billings
68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
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High School where he averaged 70 tackles a season. He was a two-time all-district selection and a Class 4A Honorable Mention All-State honoree. Shaver was slated to play for the Texans in 2010 and was pushing for a starting role. Shaver is survived by his parents, Robbie and Jennifer, and a sister, Emily. A packed house at First Baptist Church in Wichita Falls laughed, cried and said goodbye to No. 96 on April 2, 2010 including two busses full of Tarleton football players, coaches and staff who will dearly miss their student, player, peer and friend. As a memorial to Shaver, one Texan will be chosen to wear the No. 96 jersey because of their dedication to the game and their attitude, heart and love for the game of football. The Texans will also touch a helmet memorial to remember Shaver and all the other Texans who have “gone on before, paid the price and set the example.” Last
season, the Texans chose defensive linemen Jason Billings to wear the No. 96 in honor of Shaver. In the second year of the honor, Tarleton will be giving the No. 96 jersey to two of Shaver’s class mates and best friends. Junior defensive tackle Cole Vitolo and junior defensive end Cory Jackson will share the No. 96 as part of keeping Shaver’s memory alive. Each player will rotate wearing the jersey in honor of Shaver, who joined the Texans back in 2009 with Vitolo and Jackson.
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QB • 6-0 • 190 • FR• HS Aledo
High School: Graduated from Aledo High School in 2012... Won back-toback-to-back State Championships... Led team to 45-3 record in three years... Named All-District and All-Parker County as a senior... Named All-State second team and All-District as a junior... Named Newcomer of the Year in 2009... Participated in THSA All-Star Game in San Antonio... Lettered in football, basketball, and baseball... Won three district championships in baseball... Played for Head Coach Tim Buchanan. Personal: Son of Debbie and Lee Bishop... Has two siblings, Luke and Jake... Majoring in education... Born on Oct. 20, 1992
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RB • 5-10 • 195 • SO• 1L Garland
2011: Redshirted as a freshman. High School: Graduated from Mesquite Horn High School in 2011... Named third team All-State quarterback as a senior... Was team captain as a senior... Member of Regional Championship team in 2010... Played for Head Coach Rodney Webb. Personal: Son of Nona Kingrey and Scott Strahan... Has three siblings, Weston, Tanner, and Paden... Majoring in kinesiology... Born on March 17, 1993.
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2011: Named second team AllAmerican by Beyond College Sports Network... Received Lone Star Conference Defensive Player of the Year award... Led conference and team with seven interceptions and 15 passes defended... Named first team All-Conference... Named first team All-Super Region 4... Season tied for No. 3 all-time in school history with most interceptions... Recorded 50 tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss, and
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QB • 6-0 • 180 • R-FR• RS Mesquite Horn
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DB• 5-11 • 180 • JR• 2L Duncanville
Collin Strahan
History
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2011: Appeared in four games... Caught six passes for 79 yards and a touchdown... Had a four-catch, 48yard performance with a touchdown against West Alabama... Averaged 13.2 yards per catch. 2010: Caught 32 passes for 298 yards and two touchdowns... Was second on the team in receptions as a junior... Scored a touchdown against Northeastern State and another against Angelo State. 2009: Played in all 13 games for the Texans... Was fourth on the team in receiving with 13 catches... Had 168 yards receiving... Averaged 12.9 yards per catch and 12.9 yards per game... Had a long reception of 26 yards. Previous College: Transferred to Tarleton from Coffeyville Community College. High School: Graduated from Desert Vista High School in Chandler, Ariz. in 2007... Played football for one year... Member of Conference Champions as a senior... Received the Joe Sellah Award as a senior... Played for Head Coach Dan Hinds. Personal: Son of Mel and Yvette Gray... Has five siblings, Melanie, Drew, Gavin, Bryant, and Greason... Father Melvin Gray played in the NFL from 1984-98 (Detroit Lions, Houston Oilers, New Orleans Saints, Philadelphia Eagles)... Majoring in criminal justice... Born on April 26, 1989.
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WR • 5-9 • 175 • SR• 3L Fort Worth
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2011: Sat out the 2011 season. 2010: Played in 10 games... Rushed 72 times for 316 yards, both second on the team... Led Tarleton with seven rushing touchdowns... Averaged 4.4 yards per carry... Caught six passes for 104 yards... Averaged 17.3 yards per catch... Returned one kick for 12 yards... Had a season-high 113 yards and two touchdowns on 12 carries against Midwestern State... Scored two touchdownds the following week against Incarnate Word. High School: Graduated from Naaman Forest High School in Garland in 2010... Member of District Champions in 2009... Named first team All-District, first team All-Area, MVP of the District, and Offensive MVP of the team as a senior... Set record for rushing yards in a season... Earned trip to state in 4x100-meter relay and 4x200-meter relay in track... Lettered all four years in football... Named team captain... Played for Head Coach Elam. Personal: Son of Sheniqua Prince... Has four siblings, Shambre, Nick, Maurice, and Victoria... Majoring in kinesiology... Born on Nov. 6, 1991.
Devon Gray
Texan Football
Jerome Regal
eight pass break-ups. 2010: Recorded 44 tackles, 26 of them unassisted... Had a team-high three interceptions for 26 return yards... Recorded five pass breakups and one forced fumble. 2009: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from Duncanville High School in 2008... Named high school’s Most Valuable Player as a defensive back... Led the team in interceptions as a junior with six... Named Academic AllDistrict... Named first team All-District as a junior and senior... Tabbed as Defensive Back of the Year in District 8-5A in 2008... Member of District Championship team in 2008... Lettered three years in both football and track... Named team captain as a senior... Played for Head Coach Dicus. Personal: Son of Cassandra Phillips... Has four siblings, Zion, Asia, Tara, and Jack... Majoring in kinesiology... Born on Jan. 3, 1991.
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Matthew Bishop
2012 Texans
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68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
2012 Texans Aaron Doyle
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Charles Moore
QB • 6-2 • 215 • JR• 2L Evant
2011: Played in six games as a sophomore... Finished the year 14-for-27 with 145 yards, one touchdown, and no interceptions... Threw for a 51.9 completion percentage and a 109.19 efficiency rating... Had a breakout performance against A&M-Commerce where he went 5-for-5 with a touchdown. 2010: Played in four games... Rushed for 49 yards on 19 carries... Completed 42 of 81 passes for 482 yards and only two interceptions. 2009: Redshirted due to an injury as a freshman. High School: Graduated in 2009 from Evant High School... Named first team all-state as a senior at the quarterback position... Was named the district Most Valuable Player... Threw for 2,400 yards with 33 touchdowns... Rushed for 1,300 yards and 13 touchdowns as a senior as well... Recorded 178 tackles... Named team captain... Named District Offensive MVP and All-State honorable mention as a junior... Named District Offensive MVP and first team All-State as a defensive back as a sophomore... Lettered in football for four years and baseball, basketball and track for two years each... Played for Head Coach Keith Stifflemire. Personal: Son of Tony Doyle and Sharon Nabors... Has two siblings, Tony and Chris... Majoring in criminal justice... Born on February 1, 1991.
Marquis Wadley
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LB • 5-9 • 215 • JR• 2L Mesquite
2011: Named Beyond College Sports Network second team AllAmerican... Led conference and team with 119 tackles... Named second team all-conference and second team all-region... Recorded seven tackles for loss... Finished in top 10 in nation in total tackles, solo tackles, and tackles per game. 2010: Recorded six solo and five assisted tackles for a total of 11 stops... Had one sack for minus-five yards. Previous College: Transferred to Tarleton from Central Arkansas. High School: Graduated in 2008 from Mesquite High School... Played football, baseball and track... Named honorable mention all-district in football in 2008... Named to Academic All-State team... Named defensive district MVP as a senior... Was team captain... Played for Head Coach Steve Halpin. Personal: Son of Madalyn Wadley... Has two siblings, Nikko and Pooh... Majoring in business management... Birthdate is September 21, 1989
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DB• 5-10 • 190 • JR• 1L Carrollton
2011: Appeared in all 11 games for Tarleton... Recorded 24 tackles, 16 of which were solo... Had one fumble recovery, one pass breakup, and one pass defended. 2010: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from R.L. Turner High School in Carrollton in 2010... Named second team All-District as a senior and honorable mention as a sophomore and junior... Received Player of the Week honors... Named Academic All-State... Lettered in football, track, and wrestling... Played for Head Coach Larking. Personal: Son of Rochell Boyd and Charles Moore... Has two siblings, Brandon and Tiara... Brother Brandon is a redshirt-freshman defensive back for the Texans... Majoring in kinesiology... Born on Sept. 19, 1991.
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Brandon Moore
DB • 5-10 • 185 • R-FR• RS Carrollton 2011: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from R.L. Turner High School in Carrollton in 2011… Named team captain as a senior… Received second team All-District honors as a junior… Named first team All-District as a senior… Was a regional qualifier in power lifting as a senior… Lettered three years in football... Played for Head Coach Tyrone Larkins. Personal: Son of Charles Moore and Roshell Boyd… Has two siblings, Charles and Tiara… His brother Charles is a junior defensive back for the Texans... Majoring in kinesiology.
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Ethan Horton
LB • 6-1 • 220 • FR• HS Brownwood
High School: Graduated from Brownwood High School in December 2011… Named captain of his team… Led his team to the state semi-finals in 2010 and quarterfinals in 2011… Named first team All-District three consecutive years… Received honorable mention All-State as a senior… Lettered two years in football... Helped team to 26-4 record in his two years of varsity... Played for Head Coach Bob Shipley. Personal: Son of Danny and Kim Horton… Has one sibling, Kade… Born on July 25, 1993.
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WR • 6-1 • 190 • SO• 1L Fort Worth Southwest
K/P • 5-10 • 170 • FR • HS Stephenville
2011: Sat out the season due to injury. 2010: Led team with 44 catches for 704 yards and six touchdowns... Averaged 16.0 yards per catch... Averaged 70.4 yards per game, which was No. 9 in the conference. Previous School: Attended University of Texas at El Paso from 2008 to 2010. High School: Graduated from Irvin High School in El Paso in 2008… Was a two-time letter winner in football… Named captain of his team as a senior… Won District Championship in track as a junior and a senior… Played for Head Coach Mark Torrez. Personal: Son of Nanette and William Randall… Has three siblings, Kennetha, Shante, and William… Majoring in kinesiology… Born on June 13, 1990.
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2011: Played in all 11 games for Tarleton... Recorded 41 tackles, 22 of which were solo... Had 1.5 tackles for loss, two pass breakups, and two passes defended. 2010: Appeared in 10 games... Totaled 45 tackles... Recorded 21 unassisted and 24 assisted tackles... Broke up two passes and had two quarterback hits...
WR • 5-10 • 175 • JR• 1L El Paso (UTEP)
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LB • 5-10 • 210 • JR• 2L Daingerfield
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Jeken Frye
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Julius Hurndon
2012: Named as a All-State GoodWorks Team nominee 2011: Appeared in three games... Went 1-for-3 in his appearance against Millsaps College as part of a 44-3 victory. 2010: Was back-up quarterback. 2009: Was back-up quarterback... Appeared in one game. 2008: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from McNeil High School in 2008... Named team captain as a senior... Played football for two years... Played for Head Coach Robert Wilcox. Personal: Son of Becki Russell... Has six siblings, Zach, Nick, Bailey, Colton, Dayne, and Major... Majoring in kinesiology... Born on Oct. 23, 1989.
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High School: Graduated from Stephenville High School in 2012… Helped his team to the state quarterfinals as a junior and a senior… Received All-District honorable mention as a junior… Named first team All-District as a senior… Named Academic All-District in both football and soccer as a junior… Named Academic All-State as a senior in football and soccer… Received honorable mention All-State in soccer as a senior… Played for Head Coach Joseph Gillespie. Personal: Son of Justin and Lori Barnes… Has two siblings, Tanner and Taylor… Majoring in Wildlife Management… Played with fellow Texans Nic Perez, Kody Travis, and Brayden Coverdale in high school... Born on Jan. 27, 1994.
QB • 6-4 • 220 • SR• 3L Round Rock
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Jake Fenske
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2011: Named second team AllConference... Led team with 837 receiving yards, three touchdowns and 52 receptions... Recorded four 100-yard games in the first five games of the season... Averaged 75.2 receiving yards per game, which ranked 4th in the LSC... Had a season high nine catches for 147 yards against West Alabama High School: Graduated from Southwest High School in 2007... Helped his team to an 11-1 record in 2008... Was named the school’s Most Valuable Player and Mr. Southwest High School... Named honorable mention all-state as a junior and senior... Was an all-district selection as a sophomore, junior and senior... Ran track for two years and went to state as a freshman... Played basketball and helped team to runner-up in 4A in 2008... Played for Head Coach Lanny Trammel Personal: Son of Reginald and Laura Rhodes... Has three siblings, Reginald, Robert and Laquita... Majoring in kinesiology... Birthdate is May 4, 1991
Had six tackles for loss. High School: Graduated from Daingerfield High School in 2009… Was a three-time letter winner… Named captain of his team as a senior… Led his team to a State Championship as a senior with a 15-1 record… Named District Defensive MVP as a Junior… Named All-State as a junior and a senior… Named first team All-District in 2007 and 2008… Played for Head Coach Barry Bowman. Personal: Son of Johnie and Bridgette Hurndon… Has three siblings, Billy, Johnie, and Feclite… Majoring in kinesiology… Born on May 11, 1991.
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Clifton Rhodes III
2012 Texans
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Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
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Cordell Valentine
WR • 5-10 • 185 • SR• 1L Vicksburg, Miss. (Hinds CC)
2011: Named LSC Special Teams Player of the Week twice... Caught 11 passes for 147 yards and two touchdowns... Averaged 13.4 yards per catch... Was main kick returner for Texans... Ran back two kicks for touchdowns... Recorded 20 returns for 434 yards, good for a 21.7 yard-per-return average... Had a season-high of 87 yards. Previous School: Attended Hinds Community College from 2009 to 2010… Named All-Conference as a sophomore. High School: Graduated from Warren Central High School in Vicksburg, Miss. In 2009… Was a three-year letter winner in football… Named All-County and All-District as a senior… Played for Head Coach Curtis Brewer. Personal: Son of Duncan Smith and Neomia Valentine… Has two siblings, Jennifer and Shameka… Majoring in kinesiology… Born on June 19, 1991.
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Jamel Hale
DB • 5-10 • 175 • JR• TR Anchorage, Alaska (City College, San Fran) Previous School: Played football for City College of San Francisco from 2010-2012… Started all 12 games and led team to a perfect season… Helped team win National JUCO Championship in 2011… Named second team Nor-Cal. High School: Graduated from Bartlett High School in Anchorage, Alaska in 2010… Named captain as a senior… Led his team to a state championship in 2009… Named first team All-State… Named Player of the Year in 2009… Named MVP of Nike Football Training Camp in 2009… Lettered three years in football, track, and basketball... Won state in track all four years… Won regional in basketball twice... Played for Head Coach John Jessen. Personal: Son of Michael and Cynthia Hale… Has two siblings, Catoya and Crystal… Born on April 3, 1992.
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Blair Johnson
DB• 6-1 • 200 • SR• 2L Mesquite
2011: Played in all 11 games for the Texans... Finished third on the team with 67 tackles, 41 of which were solo... Earned All-Lone Star Conference honorable mention... Recorded two interceptions, one tackle for loss, six pass breakups, and eight passes defended. 2010: Appeared in 10 games and made five starts at safety... Picked up 25 unassisted and 22 30
assisted tackles while intercepting one pass. 2009: Did not see action as a freshman. High School: Graduated from North Mesquite High School in 2008... Named first team All-Disrict as a junior and senior in both football and baseball... Lettered three years in football... Named team captain as a senior... Played for Head Coach Mike Robinson. Personal: Son of Leslie and Britt Johnson... Majoring in business marketing.
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Chance Wallace
DB • 6-0 • 200 • R-FR• RS Canton 2011: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton... Joined the Texans as a quarterback and will be switching to defensive back this year. High School: Graduated from Canton High School in 2011… Led his team to the Bi-District Championship in 2010… A four-year letter winner in both football and track… Named Academic AllDistrict as a freshmen… Named Newcomer of the Year for his District in 2008… Received All-State honorable mention as a sophomore… Named Academic All-District in 2008… Named second team All-District, Academic All-District, and Player of the Week as a junior… Named District Player of the Year, second team All-State, second team All-District, and Player of the Week in 2010… Lettered all four years in both football and track... Played for Head Coach Wes Rhoten. Personal: Son of Tommy and Richelle Wallace… Has two Siblings, Jake and Seth… Born on June 16, 1992.
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Courtney Osunde
RB • 5-7 • 150 • JR • TR Seguin (Kilgore JC/ Midwestern St.)
Previous Schools: Attended Kilgore Junior College from 2008 to 2010, and Midwestern State in 2011. High School: Graduated from Arlington Juan Seguin High School in 2006… Led his team to District Championships in 2004 and 2005… Named second team All-District 7-4A as a senior… Played for Head Coach Ricky Albus. Personal: Son of Happiness and Sonya Osunde… Has two siblings, Happiness and Kiesha… Majoring in kinesiology… Brother Happiness plays football at Texas Tech... Born on June 9, 1988.
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Cameron Bridgewater
RB • 5-10 • 200 • FR• HS Fischer
DB • 5-9 • 180 • FR• HS Euless Trinity
2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2009 LSC Division Champions • 2001, 2009 LSC Co-Champion
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Previous College: Played at UTEP in 2008 and 2009... Played at Kilgore Junior College in 2010 and 2011. High School: Graduated from Mansfield Summitt High School in 2008... Member of District Champions in 2007 and Bi-District Champions in 2006... Named honorable mention in 2006 and first team All-District in 2007... Recognized as Top 50 in Area... Lettered two years in football... Played for Head Coach Kyle Gellar. Personal: Son of Audra and Vann Harris... Has three siblings, Breanna, Essence, and Destiny... Majoring in kinesiology... Born on July 11, 1990.
2011: Played in all 11 games... Started in 10 games... Named second team All-Lone Star Conference... Recorded 64 tackles, which was fourth on the team... Recorded 42 solo tackles... Had a career-high 14 tackles against Midwestern State... Totaled three tackles for loss... Second on team with three interceptions... Led Tarleton with 137 interception return yards and one touchdown... Recorded two pass break-ups, five passes defended, and two fumble recoveries... Returned fumble for touchdown against Eastern New Mexico... Returned punts and kicks... Totaled 131 return yards (80 on punts, 51 on kickoffs). Previous College: Transferred to Tarleton from Oklahoma... Played in five games in 2009... Recorded four assisted tackles... Was named All-Big 12 Academic second team in 2008... Named Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Week three times... Played in nine games as a member of the special teams and reserve in the secondary... Registered a season-high three tackles against Chattanooga... Broke up first career pass against Washington... Redshirted in 2007. High School: Graduated from Seguin High School in 2007... Recorded 86 tackles and three interceptions as a senior... Had three kickoff returns for touchdowns as well as two punt returns... Recorded eight receptions for 210 yards and a score on offense... Selected to play in the Lone Star Arena Football Classic and selected for Oil Bowl... Had seven interceptions, six taken back for touchdowns as a junior... Named All-San Antonio selection as a junior... Member of District and Area Champions as a sophomore and junior... Named All-American... Earned All-District honors three years in a row... Lettered in basketball as well... Named team captain as a senior... Played for Head Coach Clint Hartman. Personal: Son of Deshawn Jackson, Grandson of Melanie Boone... Majoring in business... Born on April 3, 1989.
Conference
DB• 5-11 • 180 • JR • TR Mansfield (UTEP/Kilgore JC)
DB • 6-0 • 200 • SR• 1L Seguin (Oklahoma)
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Ramonte Harris
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Desmond Jackson
2011 Review
High School: Graduated from Euless Trinity High School in 2012… Named captain as a senior… Helped his team win the district championship in 2011 and the state championship in 2009… Named first team AllDistrict 6-5A as a senior… Named Academic All-District in 2011… Made state semi-finals in 2010... Played for Head Coach Steve Lineweaver. Personal: Son of Kemp and Charlene Louis… Has two siblings, Graham and Ashlyn… Majoring in kinesiology… Born on March 11, 1994.
Previous School: Played for Kilgore College in 2008. High School: Graduated from Channelview High School in 2008… Captained his team as a senior… Named an AllAmerican in 2008… Qualified for the state track meet as a senior… Was a three-year letter winner in football... Played for Head Coach Hurts. Personal: Son of Kavadis and Ralph Myles… Majoring in Kinesiology… Born on Feb. 21, 1990.
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Jeremy Louis
Texan Football
High School: Graduated from Canyon Lake High School in Fischer in 2012… Was a three year letterman… Named captain of his team as a senior… Named first team All-District, Academic All-District, and first team All-County as a sophomore… Led team to Bi-DIstrict Championship in 2010... Named first team All-District, Academic All-District, and County Offensive MVP in 2010… Named second team All-State in two different polls as a senior… Named second team Academic All-State, third team All-Centex, first team All-District, and first team All-County in 2011… Played for Head Coach Monzingo. Personal: Son of Sherri Henshaw… Has one sibling, Ashley… Majoring in communications… Born on Nov. 30, 1993.
LB • 6-1 • 210 • SR • TR Channelview (Kilgore JC)
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Zach Henshaw
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
2012 Texans
68 All-Americans
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Cameron Kendrick
Isaac Arellano
Rov• 6-0 • 188 • S0• 1L Crawford
High School: Graduated from Crawford High School in 2011… Named captain of his team as a senior… Led his team to district and area championships as a senior… Received honorable mention All-District as a sophomore… Named second team All-District at two positions as a junior… Named Offensive District MVP, first team AllDistrict and received honorable mention Super-Centex as a senior… Played for Head Coach Delbert Kelm. Personal: Son of Trae and Brad Kendrick… Has one sibling, Logan… Majoring in Nursing.
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Vaughn Smith
Previous School: Played at
Tyler Junior College in 2011… Named honorable mention AllConference as a kicker and a punter. High School: Graduated from Euless Trinity High School in 2009… Helped team win state championship in 2007… Led his team to a regional championship in 2008… Named first team All-District punter as a senior… Named second team All-District as a kicker in 2008… Received Academic All-State honorable mention as a senior… Played for Head Coach Steve Lineweaver. Personal: Son of Pedro and Maria Arellano… Has two siblings, Angel and Ada… Majoring in kinesiology-cardiac rehab… Born on Aug. 16, 1991.
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RB • 5-10 • 190 • JR• TR Menlo Park, Calif. (San Mateo JC)
Previous School: Attended College of San Mateo. High School: Graduated from MenloAtherton High School in Menlo Park, California in 2009… Led his team to the CCS Large Division Championship as a senior… Played for Head Coach Parks. Personal: Son of Sherrod Smith and Charlotte Wright… Has five siblings, Kevin, Jamal, Sherrod, Jasmine, and Diajai… Majoring in kinesiology… Born on Sept. 23, 1990.
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DB • 6-0 • 200 • JR• TR Humble (Wayne State)
2011: Sat out the 2011 season due to transfer. Previous College: Attended Wayne State College from 2007 to 2010. High School: Graduated from Humble High School in 2007… Was a two-sport letter winner in football and basketball… Led his team to a District Championship as a senior… Named first team All-District as a senior. Personal: Son of Karen and Thornton Chandler… Has three siblings, Thornton, Thomas, and Kolby… Majoring in criminal justice… Born on Aug. 10, 1989.
RB • 6-0 • 193 • JR • TR Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (Mt. San Jacinto)
Previous College: Played at Mt. San Jacinto Junior College for two years and Southeastern University for one year. High School: Graduated from St. Thomas Aquinas High School in 2009... Member of District Champions in 2006, 2007, 2008... Named All-District as a sophomore, junior and senior... Earned All-State honors as a junior and senior... Also named All-State in track all four years of school... Played football and ran track all four years... Named team captain of both football and track teams... Holds school record in 100-meter dash with a time of 10.43 and in the long jump with a mark of 23”4... Played for Head Coach John White. Personal: Son of Lorraine and Claude Reed... Has five siblings, Christian, Jarrett, Claudia, Brandell, and Lauren... Majoring in elementary education... Born on Aug. 29, 1990 in Hammond, La.
K/P • 5-11 • 180 • SO • TR Euless Trinity (Tyler CC)
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Savion Washington
RB • 5-11 • 205 • R-FR• RS Garland 2011: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from North Garland High School in 2011... Earned first team All-District honors in 2010... Lettered three years in football... Named team captain... Named first team All-District in soccer and led team to two playoff appearances... Played for Head Coach David Farris. Personal: Son of Nycole Washington... Has four siblings, Dee, Nari, Moeisha, and R’mani... Majoring in kinesiology... Born on July 13, 1992.
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LB • 6-0 • 220 • SO• 1L Waco
DE • 6-0 • 245 • SO • 1L Sachse
2012: Will receive a medical redshirt for the 2012 season. 2011: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from McKinney Boyd High School in 2011… Named All-District as a junior and a senior… Helped lead his team to the Bi-District Championship as a junior. Personal: Son of Jeremy and Angela Davis… Has one sibling, Jade… Majoring in kinesiology… Born on Sept. 27, 1992.
2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2009 LSC Division Champions • 2001, 2009 LSC Co-Champion
University
2011: Redshirted the 2011 season. 2010: Appeared in five games... Recorded one tackle. High School: Graduated from Jefferson High School in 2010… Lettered in five sports: football, baseball, basketball, track and field, and cross country… Named first team All-District from 20072010… Qualified for state in track as a senior… Member of BiDistrict Champions in 2010... Named team captain in football... Played for Head Coach Scott Hale. Personal: Son of Sarah and Rickie Figures… Has two siblings, Rickie and Sadarius… Majoring in Kinesiology… Born on Sept. 4, 1992.
Conference
DB • 5-10 • 180 • JR• 2L Jefferson
LB• 6-3 • 220 • R-FR• RS McKinney
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Devin Figures
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Bo Davis
2011 Review
2011: Appeared in all 11 games as a true freshman... Recorded 10 tackles, two tackles for loss, and a sack... Finished with three quarterback hurries. High School: Graduated from Sachse High School in 2011... Named team captain... Earned first team All-District honors as a senior... Named second team All-District as a junior... Won the Fighting Mustang and Academic Awards in 2011... Lettered in football and power lifting... Played for Head Coach Red Benerns. Personal: Son of Rhonda Melton and Harold Aitkins... Has two siblings, Bobby and Sharlette... Majoring in criminal justice... Born on April 24, 1993.
2011: Played in nine games... Recorded 43 tackles, 25 of which were solo... Had 1.5 tackles for loss and two fumble recoveries... Recorded three pass break-ups and three passes defended. 2010: Played in three games before an injury ended his season. Recorded 11 tackles, one tackle for loss, and one interception. 2009: Led the Texans in tackling with 98 total tackles... Recorded 36 solo and 62 assisted stops... Had nine tackles for a loss of minus-34 yards, including two sacks for minus-21 yards... Had three interceptions and returned them for 34 yards... Had four pass breakups and seven passes defended... Recovered two fumbles and had one forced fumble... Named Lone Star Conference South Division Honorable Mention. 2008: Played in 11 games as a freshman... Registered six solo and 10 assisted tackles for 16 total stops... Had half a tackle for loss for minus-one yard... Had one pass breakup. High School: Graduated from Cedar Parks High School in 2008… Named captain of his team as a senior… Named All-District in 2007 and 2008… Lettered in football and baseball for two years... Played for Head Coach Chris Ross. Personal: Son of Terese and Paul Knicky… Has one sibling, Tim… Majoring in business… Born on Sept. 12, 1989.
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Ty Melton
LB • 6-1 • 225 • SR• 3L Cedar Park
Texan Football
2011: Played in five games before an injury ended his season. High School: Graduated from Waco Midway High School in 2011... Was a four-year letter winner in football... Earned Academic All-State honors... Named first team All-District as a sophomore, junior, and senior... Named Super Cen-Tex second team running back as a junior and honorable mention linebacker as a senior... Made Super Cen-Tex AllAcademic Team in 2010... Was team captain... Member of District Champions in 2009 and 2010... Helped team to 33-6 record his last three years of school... Also lettered in baseball... Played for Coach Gambill. Personal: Son of Lisa and Roger Martinez... Has two siblings, Max and Matt... Majoring in kinesiology... Born on Oct. 19, 1992.
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Matt Knicky
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Marc Martinez
2012 Texans
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2012 Tarleton Football
68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
2012 Texans
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Andre Allen
Kole Johnston
DE • 6-3 • 235 • SO• 1L Killeen
2011: Appeared in 10 games for the Texans... Recorded six tackles from the defensive end position, three unassisted and three assisted. High School: Graduated from Ellison High School in Killeen in 2011… Was a two-sport letter winner… Received honorable mention All-District 12-5A as a junior… Named Academic All-District in 2009… Named second team All-District as a senior… Played for Head Coach Buddy McBryde. Personal: Son of Darlene Chopshi… Has one sibling, Stanley… Majoring in business management… Born on June 29, 1993.
DE • 6-3 • 210 • R-FR • RS Crawford 2011: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from Crawford High School in 2011… Led his team to a district and area championships as a senior with an 11-1 record… Named captain of his team as a senior… Named first team All-District in 2009 and 2010… Named District MVP, All-Region, and All-State as a senior in Basketball… Played for Head Coach Delbert Kelm. Personal: Son of Pam and Kent Johnston… Has three siblings, Kody, Clay, and Cade… Majoring in kinesiology… Born on May 7, 1992.
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Brian Ngwa
Garrett Hughes
DE • 6-2 • 230 • SO• 1L Mansfield
2011: Played in 10 games as a freshman... Recorded 15 tackles, seven of which were solo... Had two tackles for loss and one sack for minus-5 yards. High School: Graduated from Mansfield Timberview High School in 2010… Named All-Academic in 2008 and in 2009… Received honorable mention in 2009… Qualified for the regional power lifting meet in 2008 and in 2009… Named to the Student Athletic Leadership Council from 2008 to 2010… Lettered two years in football and two in power lifting... Played for Head Coach Mark Walker. Personal: Son of Mathias and Irene Ngwa… Has two siblings, Chantal and Nancy… Majoring in kinesiology-pre-physical therapy… Born on Nov. 14, 1992.
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Rov • 6-2 • 200 • SO • 1L Daingerfield
2011: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from Daingerfield High School in 2010... Member of State Championship team in 2008 and 2009 with identical 15-1 records... Named to the State Farm All-Academic team in 2009... Earned first team All-District honors and All-State honorable mention as a senior... Lettered three years in football and two years in track... Played for Head Coach Barry Bowman. Personal: Son of Sandra Brown... Has three siblings, Alyx, Quinton, and Adam... Majoring in business marketing.
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Anthony Lee
Damien Ward
LB • 6-0 • 220 • FR • HS Dallas
High School: Graduated from Skyline Dallas High School in 2012… Helped lead his team to the State Championship semi-finals as a senior… Named first team All-District in 2009… Named All-Area MVP in 2009… Played for Head Coach Samples. Personal: Son of Cynthia White… Majoring in kinesiology… Born on June 10, 2012.
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LB • 6-0 • 215 • FR • HS Dallas
High School: Graduated from Trinity Christian High School in 2012… Named captain of his team… Helped his team reach the state semi-finals in 2008… Named second team All-District in 2010… Named first team All-District and second team All-State as a senior… Was a four-year letter winner... Was an honor roll student in 2011 and 2012... Played for Head Coach Mike Helmer. Personal: Son of Natasha and William Lee… Majoring in psychology… Born on Nov. 18 1993.
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DT • 6-3 • 303 • JR • TR Pago Pago, American Samoa (West hills CC)
Previous College: Played two years at West Hills Junior College... Named All-Conference Defensive Player of the Week once. High School: Graduated from Samoana High School in Pago Pago, A.S. in 2009... Was a two year letter winner and captain of the football team... Named Defensive Lineman of the Year in 2009... Was a four-star Rivals player as a senior... Played for Head Coach Pepine Lauvao. Personal: Son of Leti and Talofa Faimoa... Has four siblings, Talofa, Feagai, Fofoga, and Ann... Majoring in criminal justice... Born on June 6, 1991 in American Samoa.
OL • 6-2 • 280 • SO • 1L San Antonio
2011: Appeared in six games
for the Texans... Recorded one tackle... Saw time at defensive end and long snapper. 2010: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from A&M-Consolidated High School in 2009... Member of Co-District Champions in 2009... Named first team All-District 12-5A as offensive lineman and long snapper in 2009... Earned third team TWA All-State honors as a senior... Named second team All-District 12-5A as a junior... Made the State Farm Academic All-State team... Lettered two years in football... Named team captain... Played for Head Coach Jim Slaughter. Personal: Son of Sheila and David Bettiol... Has three siblings, Andrew, Kristen, and Christopher... Majoring in biomedical sciences... Born on Feb. 16, 1992.
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Jerell Jones
2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2009 LSC Division Champions • 2001, 2009 LSC Co-Champion
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University
OL• 6-1 • 270 • SR • 2L Everman 2011: Appeared in six games on the offensive line. 2010: Did not play. 2009: Appeared in three games for the Texans. High School: Graduated from Everman High School in 2008... Earned first team All-District honors in 2006, 2007, and 2008... Named All-Region Tackle in Region 1-4A... Tabbed as Defensive Lineman of the Year in 2007 at Everman... Lettered three years in football... Named team captain... Helped team to state semi-finals in 2008 with a 14-1 record... Was member of District and Area Champions in 2007... Lettered in track and powerlifting... Played for Head Coach Dale Keeling. Personal: Son of Paula Richard and Jerry Jones... Has two siblings, Jaleesa and Dmarques... Majoring in kinesiology... Born on April 11, 1990.
Conference
2011: Redshirted his first season at Tarleton. High School: Graduated first in his class from Community Christian in Mineral Wells in 2011... Member of State Runners-Up in 2009 with a 10-3 record... Named All-State linebacker as a sophomore, junior, and senior... Earned first team All-State honors as a quarterback in 2010 and 2011... Named first team All-District in 2010 and 2011 as a linebacker and quarterback... Earned invite to Texas Private Six-man All-Star Game... Lettered all four years in football... Spent two years as team captain... Played for Head Coach Bryan Horton. Personal: Son of Stacey and Rod Cole... Has six siblings, Aubrey, Kressyn, Delaney, Charlsey, Zane and Shadd... His father Rod Cole is the strength and conditioning coach at Tarleton... Marjoing in kinesiology... Born on Nov. 11, 1992.
DE • 6-3• 240 • SO • 1L College Station
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LB • 6-4 • 215 • R-FR • RS Mineral Wells CC
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Patrick Bettiol
2011 Review
Kade Cole
2011: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from Stephenville High School in 2011… Helped his team win the regional championship as a senior… Contended in state in powerlifing in 2011… Named first team All-State in 2010… Played for Head Coach Joseph Gillespie. Personal: Son of Nick and Suzanne Perez… Has one sibling, Noah… Majoring in pre-physical therapy… Teammate of fellow Texans Kody Travis, Blake Barnes, and Brayden Coverdale... Born on Aug. 25, 1993.
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2011: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from Smithson Valley High School in 2010... Earned All-District, All-Area, All-State, and Academic All-State and All-District honors as a senior. Personal: Son of Joe and Peggy Martin... Has one brother, Josh, who is an assistant coach for Tarleton... Majoring in kinesiology... Born on Feb. 28, 1992.
OL• 6-4 • 290 • R-FR • RS Stephenville
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Ryan Martin
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Ronnie Faimoa
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Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
2012 Texans
68 All-Americans
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Jarett Alvarado
Spencer Harvey
DT • 6-3 • 245 • R-FR • RS Rowlett 2011: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from Rowlett High School in 2011… Led his team to the BiDistrict Championship in 2009 and 2010… Named second team All-District as a senior… Played for Head Coach Kiff Hardin. Personal: Son of Michelle and Frank Alvarado… Majoring in business management… Born on Jan. 27, 1993.
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OL • 6-5 • 255 • R-FR • RS McKinney
2011: Appeared in one game, against Angelo State. High School: Graduated from McKinney High School in 2011... Named honorable mention in 2010... Earned second team AllDistrict honors as a senior... Lettered three years in football... Played for Head Coach Jeff Smith. Personal: Son of Melissa Rudd and Mike Harvey... Has two siblings, Tyler and Collin... Born on Dec. 17, 1992.
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Robert Hinton
OL • 5-11 • 280 • JR • TR Saginaw
High School: Graduated from Saginaw High School in 2010… Named Academic All-District for three consecutive years… Named first team All-District in 2008… Named Academic All-State as a senior… Was a regional qualifier in powerlifting in 2010... Lettered in football, powerlifting, and track and field for three or more years... Played for Head Coach Mike Peters. Personal: Son of Linda and Alfredo Gutierrez… Majoring in kinesiology… Born on Dec. 23 1991.
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Matt Green
OL• 6-2 • 285 • SO • 1l Paris
2011: Appeared in three games on the offensive line for Tarleton as a true freshman. High School: Graduated from North Lamar High School in Paris in 2009... Helped team to bi-district championship in 2006... Named All-District and All-Red River Valley as a senior... Was a regional and state qualifier in power lifting... Lettered two years in football... Named team captain... Played for Head Coach Tommy Felty. Personal: Son of Tammie and Mike Green... Has one sibling, Amanda... Majoring in kinesiology and fitness management... Born on March 9, 1991.
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OL • 6-4 • 280 • SO • 1L Rockwall
2011: Played in six games as a freshman, started in one... Part of scoring No. 4 offense in the Lone Star Conference... Team averaged 120 yards rushing in the six contests played in... Team allowed just three sacks in the six games as well. High School: Graduated from Rockwall High School in 2011... Named honorable mention all-academic in 2010... Made second team all-district offensive and defensive line for two years... Played center... Was part of district championship team in 2010 with 45-4 record... Lettered three years in football, four years in wrestling and two years in track... Played for Head Coach Scott Smith. Personal: Son of Robert and Tammi Hinton... Has three siblings, Brandon, Danielle, and Kaylee... Majoring in kinesiology... Born on August 10, 1993.
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Michael Di Domenico
OL • 6-6• 305 • SR • 1L Burlington, Ontario (Saddleback CC)
2011: Played in five games for the Texans on the offensive line. Previous College: Played at Saddleback Community College from 2008 to 2010. High School: Graduated from M.M. Robinson High School in Ontario, Canada... Helped team win district championship in 2007... Named to Top 10 Canada High School Recruit List in 2008... Lettered three years in football and one year in basketball... Played for Head Coach Marcello Campanaro. Personal: Son of Colleen Fraser and Jack Di Domenico... Majoring in business... Bon on Aug. 29, 1989.
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Jade Grant
LB • 6-1 • 215 • R-FR • RS Richardson 2011: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from Lloyd V. Berkner High School in Richardson in 2011... Earned second team All-District honors in 2010... Named second team All-City and second team All-Academic as a senior... Received the Leadership Award and 110% Effort Award... Named team captain... Played for Head Coach Jim Leadford. Personal: Son of Danielle Greer... Has six siblings, Julian, Kyra, E.J., Jordan, Shariel, and Jor-El... Majoring in biology.
DE • 6-1 • 225 • JR • TR Arlington (Tyler JC) Previous College: Attended
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2011: Appeared in 10 games for the Texans and started all 10 games on the offensive line... Helped protect quarterback Nick Stephens for nine 250+ yard passing games. 2010: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from Van Alstyne High School in 2010... Led team to District Championship in 2010 with a 10-1 record... Named All-District offensive tackle and defensive end... Named second team All-Texoma Land defensive end... Lettered two years in football and baseball... Named team captain... Played for Head Coach Mikeal Miller. Personal: Son of Robin Gade and Allen Love... Has seven siblings, Ty, Brent, Amanda, Karson, Megan, Sydney, and Samantha... Majoring in animal production... Born on June 24, 1992.
Conference
Previous College: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from North Shore High School in Houston in 2008... Earned All-Conference honors... Helped team to State Semi-finals and a 14-1 record... Played for Head Coach Aymond. Personal: Son of Justa Ruiz... Has two siblings, Barbie and Bryan... Majoring in kinesiology... Born on March 25, 1990.
OL • 6-4 • 280 • SO • 1L Van Alstyne
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OL • 6-3 • 315 • SO • TR Houston
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Lucas Love
2011 Review
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Armando Alvarez
2011: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from Stephenville High School in 2011... Helped team to State semi-finals in 2010... Named Academic All-State, honorable mention All-State, and second team All-District as a senior... Earned second team All-District honors as a junior... Made first team All-State as a sophomore at DeLeon... Named first team All-District and Defensive Player of the Year as a freshman... Lettered all four years in football... Named team captain as a senior... Played for Head Coach Joseph Gillespie. Personal: Son of Judy and Kerry Travis... Has four siblings, Susan, Cody, Casey, and Lauren... Majoring in business administration... High school teammates of Tarleton’s Nic Perez, Brayden Coverdale, and Blake Barnes... Born on Nov. 18, 1992.
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Tyler Junior College from 2008 to 2009… Received All-Conference honorable mention in 2008… Named first team All-Conference in 2009… Named first team Academic All-American in 2009. High School: Graduated from Arlington Grace Prep in 2008… Named captain of his team as a senior… Helped lead his team to a State Championship in 2005… Named first team All-Conference as a senior… Was a two-sport letter winner in football and track and field… Played for Head Coach Mike Barber. Personal: Son of Micki and Alan Roget… Has two siblings, Kyle and Ryan… Majoring in Pre-Med… Born on July 25, 1990.
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OL • 6-4 • 270 • R-FR • RS Stephenville
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Garrett Roget
Kody Travis
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68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
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Aaron Arbuckle
Adrian Campbell
DS • 6-3 • 235 • SO • 1L Canadian
2011: Appeared in one game as a redshirt freshman. 2010: Redshirted in his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from Canadian High School in 2010... Named Academic All-District as a senior... Won state championship in 2007 and 2008... Lettered three years in football, one year in basketball and one year in golf... Named team captain as a senior... Won district championship in golf in 2010... Played for Head Coach Kyle Lynch. Personal: Son of Kathy and Roger Arbuckle... Has two siblings, Randall and Benjamin... Majoring in liberal studies... Born on Jan. 27, 1992.
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Blake Atnip
OL • 6-9 • 315 • FR • HS Seymour
High School: Graduated from Seymour High School in 2012… Helped his team win area championship as a junior… Led his team to a regional championship in 2011… Named first team All-District and first team All-State as a senior… Named Academic All-State in 2011… Won the District Defensive MVP in Basketball as a senior… Played for Head Coach Rocky Smart. Personal: Son of Gene Atnip and Gayle King… Has three siblings, Scott, Brittney, and Dakotah… Majoring in kinesiology… Born on Jan. 2, 1994.
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Chris Burnett
OL • 6-0 • 290 • JR • 2L Birdville
2011: Appeared in three games for the Texans. 2010: Played in four games on the offensive line. 2009: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from Birdville High School in North Richland Hills in 2009… Named captain of his team as a senior... Named District 6-4A Sophomore of the Year in 2006… Named first team All-District as a junior… Named first team All-District as an Offensive Lineman and second team All-District as a Defensive Lineman in 2008… Named DFW second team All-Region as a senior… Played for Head Coach Jim Skinner. Personal: Son of Carolyn Burnett… Has two siblings, Cecilia and Lauren… Majoring in kinesiology… Born on Dec. 27, 1990.
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OL • 6-6 • 310 • SR • 2L Richardson (Butler County CC)
2011: Started all 10 games he played in... Earned second team All-Lone Star Conference honors as the anchor of the offensive line... Protected quarterback Nick Stephens for nine 250+ yard passing games. 2010: Received a medical redshirt for the season. 2009: Missed the season due to an injury. Previous School: Attended Butler County Community College from 2007-2008. High School: Graduated from Richardson Berkner High School in 2007… Named captain of his team as a senior… Named All-State as a junior… Named first team All-District as a junior and a senior… Lettered three years in football... Led team to 12-1 record in 2005... Played for Head Coach Jim Ledford. Personal: Son of Ruby and Jesse Campbell… Has two siblings, Tina and Kyndra… Working on his Masters in Information Systems… Born on Jan. 17, 1989.
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Xavier Ruben
OL • 6-4 • 300 • SO • TR Baytown (Blinn JC)
Previous School: Attended Blinn College in 2010. High School: Graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in Baytown in 2010… Was a four-year letter winner… Named captain of his team as a senior… Named first team All-District in 2010 for his work on the offensive line… Named second team All-District as a defensive lineman as a senior… Named Player of the Week as a senior… Played for Head Coach Marvin Sedberry. Personal: Son of Makeba Lewis and Cathy Ruben… Has three siblings, Malcolm, Kenyon, and Kenya… Majoring in fitness management… Born on Jan. 24, 1991.
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Le’Nard Meyers
WR • 6-0 • 185 • R-FR • RS Gatesville 2011: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from Gatesville High School in 2011... Played football, basketball, ran track and cross country... Named first team All-District and first team All-Area in football... Named track MVP as a sophomore, junior, and senior... Earned first team All-District honors and was named MVP in basketball... Named cross country MVP all four years
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Jamal Mays
WR• 5-9 • 165 • SR• 3L Pflugerville
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Will McLane
TE • 6-4 • 260 • JR• 2L San Antonio
2011: Started all 11 games in the tight end position... Caught six passes for 73 yards... Averaged 12.2 yards per catch. 2010: Started seven of the nine games he appeared in. High School: Graduated from Smithson Valley High School in Spring Branch in 2009… Was a threesport letter winner… Led team to area championship in 2008 and state semi-finals in 2009… Named second team All-District in 2008… Named first team All-District, first team All-County, first team All-San Antonio, and second team All-State as a senior… Earned Academic All-District honors in 2008 and 2009... Played for Head Coach Larry Hill. Personal: Son of Brenda McLane… Has one sibling, Stephanie… Majoring in kinesiology… Born on Dec. 22, 1990.
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WR • 5-10 • 180 • FR • HS Dallas
2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2009 LSC Division Champions • 2001, 2009 LSC Co-Champion
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High School: Graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in Dallas in 2012… Lettered in two sports, football and baseball… Led his team to an area championship as a senior… Named District 12-4A Sophomore of the Year in 2009… Named first team All-District as a junior and a senior… Named first team All-District in Baseball for three straight years… Named team captain... Played for Head Coach Bobby Estes. Personal: Son of Phillip Brown and Angela Plata… Has three siblings, Landon, Zander, and Jax… Majoring in Kinesiology… Born on Dec. 10, 1993.
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Andre Plata
History
2011: Played in 10 games for Tarleton... Caught 10 passes for 217 yards... Scored a touchdown against Eastern New Mexico... Had a long of 51 yards... Led the team with a 21.7 yards per catch average... Held kicks for field goals and extra points. 2010: Played in two games before being injured... Caught five passes for 75 yards... Received a medical redshirt. 2009: Was instrumental in a couple of Texan victories in 2009, including catching a key pass in the first round playoff game at Texas A&M-Kingsville... Held the ball for the 64-yard field goal by Garrett Lindholm to send the game into overtime which the Texans eventually won... Forced a fumble on a kickoff with 12 seconds left in the game against Midwestern State and held the ensuing 55-yard field goal that won the game as time expired... Recorded 17 receptions for 255 yards... Averaged 15.0 yards per catch and 19.6 yards per game... Served as the holder for the special teams 2008: Appeared in 10 games... Had one catch for 12 yards. 2007: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from Pilot Point High School in 2006... Named first team All-District in 2006... Earned AllAcademic honors in 2004, 2005, and 2006... Member of Area Championship team in 2006... Lettered three years in football, track, baseball, and basketball... Played for Head Coach Blake
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2011: Appeared in nine games... Caught nine passes for 166 yards and two touchdowns... Averaged 18.4 yards per catch... Had a season-best three catches for 72 yards against Angelo State. 2010: Had two tackles in 11 games for the Texans. 2009: Had one reception in eight games for 51 yards... Had one rush for seven yards... Had one special teams tackle. High School: Graduated from John B. Connally High School in Pflugerville in 2008... Named all-district as a sophomore, junior and senior... Was Athlete of the Year as a freshman and senior... Helped team to Region 4 Championship in 2005... Named Academic All-District as a senior... Was district champion in 200-meters and 4x100-meter relay... Was a state qualifier in 4x100-meter relay as a junior and senior... Named team captain as a junior and senior... Played for Head Coach Howard McMahan. Personal: Son of Ingrid and Paul Mays... Has one sibling, Bryant... Majoring in exercise and sports studies... Born on June 4, 1990.
Feldt. Personal: Son of Stephani and Arte Buckingham... Has two siblings, Alyson and Aaron... Working on master’s degree in kinesiology... Born on May 20, 1989.
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of school... Was a four-year letter winner... Played for Head Coach Kyle Cooper. Personal: Son of Robiena Sanders and Ron Ford... Has three siblings, Krista, Lacee, and Tre’senda... Majoring in business management... Born on Dec. 18, 1992.
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Spencer Edmonds
WR • 6-6 • 220 • FR • HS Richardson
High School: Graduated from L.V. Berkner High School in Richardson in 2011… Named second team All-District and first team All-City as a junior… Named first team All-District and first team All-City as a senior… Member of District Champions as a junior and senior... Lettered three years in football as a tight end... Played for Head Coach Jim Ledford. Personal: Son of Darryl and Sharon Edmonds… Has one sibling, Trent… Majoring in physical therapy… Born on Jan. 14, 1993.
Christian Osborn
WR • 6-0 • 180 • R-FR • RS Rowlett High School: Graduated in 2011 from Rowlett High School... Named second team All-District as a senior... Member of BiDistrict Champions in 2011 that went 10-4... Lettered three years in football... Member of State Championship track team in 2008 and 2009... Named AllDistrict in track in 2011... Played for Head Coach K. Hardin. Personal: Son of Sonya and Gerald Osborn... Has one sibling, Tre... Born Jan. 27, 1993.
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Lou Ernst
TE • 6-6 • 245 • SO • 1L Rowlett
2011: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from Rowlett High School in 2010... Member of District Champions in 2009... Earned All-District 10-5A honors in 2010... Lettered two years in football... Named team captain... Played for Head Coach Kiff Hardin. Personal: Son of Deborah Ernst... Has four siblings, David, Kate, Justin, and April... Majoring in computer science... Born on Jan. 17, 1992.
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Jonathan VanLiew
WR • 5-10 • 175 • JR • 1L Lampasas
2011: Played in two games for the Texans against Incarnate Word and Millsaps College. 2010: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from Lampasas High School in 2009... Named team captain... Earned Academic All-District and All-District 25-4A as a junior and senior... Named honorable mention All-District as a sophomore... Lettered three years in football, two years in basketball and two years in baseball... Played for Head Coach Ryan Bailey. Personal: Son of Judy and Don VanLiew... Majoring in geoscience... Born on Dec. 2, 1990.
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DE• 6-5 • 257 • SR • 1L Dallas (Kilgore JC)
2011: Earned All-Lone Star Conference honorable mention honors... Started all 11 games for Tarleton at the defensive end position... Led the team and finished second in the conference with 15.5 tackles for loss... Finished eighth in the LSC with 5.5 sacks... Recorded 46 total tackles, 27 of which were unassisted... Led team with 11 quarterback hurries... Had one forced fumble, one pass break-up and one pass defended. Previous College: Transferred to Tarleton from Kilgore Junior College.. Played two seasons at Kilgore. High School: Graduated from Grady Spruce High School in 2008... Named first team All-District as a senior and second team All-District as a junior... Lettered all four years in football... Played for Head Coach Lark. Personal: Son of Sandra and Rufus Johnson... Has three siblings, Brian, Jeremy, and Toshia... Majoring in kinesiology... Born on Aug. 28, 1990.
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Darren Wicker
DT • 6-1 • 250 • SO • 1L Naaman Forest
2011: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from Naaman Forest High School in 2011... Was a three-year letter winner in football... Named honorary captain... Earned All-District honors as a tight end in 2011... Member of District Champions in 2007 and 2008... Also competed in track and made regionals as a junior and senior... High school teammate of Tarleton running back Jerome Regal... Played for Head Coach Mark Elam. Personal: Son of Stefanie Hicks and Eddie Wicker... Has one sibling, Shelbie... Majoring in kinesiology... Born on Dec. 15, 1992.
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DT • 6-0 • 250 • FR • HS Fort Worth High School: Graduated from Amon Carter Riverside High School in Ft. Worth in 2012… Lettered four straight years… Named first team All-District as a sophomore… Named Defensive MVP in 2011… Made regional finals in wrestling in 2012... Lettered in football, track, wrestling, and basketball... Named team captain... Played for Head Coach Jim Jeffries. Personal: Son of Michael Seay and Robin Majette… Has three siblings, Robert, Bobby, and Thomas… Majoring in kinesiology… Born on Jan. 24, 1994.
DT • 6-1 • 280 • SR • 1L Dallas
DT • 6-3 • 275 • SO • 1L Arlington
2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2009 LSC Division Champions • 2001, 2009 LSC Co-Champion
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2011: Recorded eight tackles in 11 appearances... Had a season-high two tackles against Midwestern St. 2010: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from Seguin High School in Arlington... Named All-District in football... Was team captain... Member of BiDistrict Champions... Lettered two years in football... Played for Head Coach Carlos Lynn. Personal: Son of Jackie and Juan Gonzalez... Has three siblings, Seymour, Igor, and Gabby... Majoring in marketing... Born on Feb. 13, 1992.
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2011: Appeared in three games on the defensive line. 2010: Appeared in five games and made two starts for the Texans... Had seven tackles, three unassisted, and one forced fumble. 2009: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from S.H. Rider High School in Wichita Falls in 2009… Helped lead his team to the state quarterfinals as a junior… Named honorable mention AllDistrict 5-4A as a senior… Member of district championship team in 2008... Received the Huffer-Landry Award and the Marine Honor Commitment Award as a senior. Personal: Son
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DT • 5-11 • 265 • JR • 2L Wichita Falls
2011: Appeared in nine games for Tarleton on the defensive line... Recorded two tackles on the season. 2010: Appeared in two games as a redshirt-freshman. 2009: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from Allen High School in 2009… Was a three-year letterwinner in football and track… Led his team to a State Championship as a senior… Helped team win District Championship in 2008 and make state semi-finals in 2007... Named second team All-District as a junior… Named first team All-District as a senior… Played for Head Coach Tom Westenburg. Personal: Son of Cora and Dean Jackson… Has two siblings, Nickki and Dena… Majoring in nursing… Born on Nov. 12, 1990.
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DE• 6-1 • 235 • JR • 2L Allen
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2011: Played in all 11 games and started in nine... Recorded 35 tackles, 17 of which were unassisted... Was third on the team with 2.5 sacks for -18 yards... Had a season-high six tackles against Texas A&M-Commerce... Recovered a fumble and returned for a touchdown against A&M-Commerce... Recorded 4.5 tackles for loss. 2010: Received a medical redshirt for the season. Previous College: Played at Blinn Junior College... Won a national championship in 2009... Had 29 tackles as a sophomore... Appeared in 11 games... Had one sack and three tackles for loss. High School: Graduated from Evan E. Worthing High School in Houston in 2007... Lettered three years in football... Named team captain... Earned All-Conference and All-District honors... Played for Head Coach Eddie Snow. Personal: Son of Debra Ford... Has three siblings, Josh, Sarah, and Alex... Majoring in kinesiology... Born on Dec. 12, 1987.
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Brian Ford
of Tina and Al Vitolo… Has one sibling, Alex… Majoring in kinesiology… Born on Feb. 2, 1991.
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Chase Bowers
DT • 6-4 • 290 • SR • 1L Panama City, Fla. (Kilgore JC)
2011: Started all 11 games at the defensive tackle position... Recorded 22 tackles and two sacks... Had one quarterback hurry and one fumble recovery... Had a season-high five tackles against West Alabama. Previous College: Played at Kilgore Junior College from 2008-2010. High School: Graduated from Mosley High School in Panama City, Fla. in 2008... Helped team to county and district championships in 2007... Earned All-State honors in 2008... Was named All-County in track as a senior... Lettered in football, track, basketball, and power lifting... Played for Head Coach Perry Brown. Personal: Son of Brenda Lane and Walter Bowers... Has three siblings, Rodrick, Corey, and Carrington... Majoring in kinesiology... Born on Nov. 17, 1989.
Daniel Adams
DB• 5-9 • 165 • FR• HS Houston High School: Graduated from Waltrip High School in Houston in 2012… Named captain of his team as a senior… Received honorable mention All-State as a defensive back and kick returner in 2012… Named first team All-District 21-4A in three positions as a senior… Lettered in football for three years... Played for Head Coach Daily. Personal: Son of Daniel Adams and Tara Dimmer… Has two siblings, Daylen and Layla… Majoring in business administration… His father Daniel played college football at the University of Houston... Born on Dec. 29, 1993.
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Adkinson
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High School: Graduated from Corsicana High School in 2012… Named first team All-District as a senior… Named Athlete of the Year for Track in 2010… Won the state championship in the 100-meter dash Personal: Majoring in Kinesiology…
Jake Blount
DE • 6-4 • 210 • FR • HS Marcus High School: Graduated from Marcus High School in Flower Mound in 2012... Named AllDistrict in 2010 and 2011... Received the Courage Award and the Fred Jones Award... Lettered two years in football... Helped team to district championship in 2011 with a 10-2 record... Played for Head Coach Bryan Erwin. Personal: Son of Melissa Hasson and Corry Blount... Has two siblings, Dylan and Halle... Majoring in general business... Born on Dec. 22, 1993.
Brayden Coverdale
Rov • 6-2 • 210 • FR• HS Stephenville High School: Graduated from Stephenville High School in 2012... Helped team to regional finals as a junior and senior... Named to DFW Super Team first team as a senior... Earned Padilla Poll first team All-State, THSCA second team All-State and THSWA honoroable mention All-State honors in 2011... Named to THSCA Academic All-State team in football and baseball... Lettered in fooball, baseball, track, and golf... Played for Head Coach Joseph Gillespie. Personal: Son of Nicki Colbert and Leroy Coverdale... Has two siblings, Makinzi and Kallie... High school teammates of fellow Texans Nic Perez, Blake Barnes, and Kody Travis... Born on March 23, 1994.
Damon Cowart
OL • 6-6 • 320 • FR • HS Cedar Park High School: Graduated from Vista Ridge High School in Cedar Park in 2012… Captained his team to an area championship as a senior… Named first team All-District as both a junior and a senior… Named to the Texas High School Association All-Star Game… Lettered three years in football... Played for Head Coach Rodney Vincent. Personal: Son of Denise and Scott Cowart… Has one sibling, Heather… Majoring in international business… Born on Aug. 20, 1993.
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2012 Texans OL • 6-5 • 330 • FR • HS Dallas High School: Graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in Dallas in 2012… Led his team to District and Bi-District Championships as a senior… Named first team All-District as a junior… Named second team All-District as a senior. Personal: Son of Jacqueline Fields… Majoring in kinesiology… Born on Jan. 6, 1994.
Deaveron Dean
High School: Graduated from Euless Trinity High School in 2012… Helped lead his team to a State Championship in 2009… Named second team All-District as a senior… Played for Head Coach Steve Lineweaver. Personal: Son of Karlisha Haynes… Has five siblings, Tyree, Christopher, Ethan, Jordan, and Riley… Born on Jan. 27, 1994.
CJ Johnson
LB • 6-2 • 210 • FR• HS Alvarado HS High School: Graduated from Alvarado High School in 2012… Helped lead his team to three straight regional championships in 2010, 2011, and 2012… Named to the All-District team, first team All-County, first team AllDFW, and second team All-State as a senior in 2011… Lettered in football, track, and power lifting... Played for Head Coach Dixon. Personal: Son of Clarance and Sheronda Johnson… Majoring in Kinesiology… Born on Jan. 18, 1994.
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High School: Graduated from Converse Judson High School in 2012… Helped his team win the district championship in 2010 with a 10-1 record… Named second team All-District as a junior… Was a regional qualifier in track as well in the high jump... Played for Head Coach Jim Rackley. Personal: Son of Pamela Douglas… Has four siblings, Ashley, Ne’Shay, Joe, and Decatur… Majoring in physical therapy… Born on Nov. 21, 1992.
LB • 6-0 • 200 • FR • HS Euless Trinity
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WR • 6-1 • 200 • FR • HS Converse
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Tyrone Dotcie
High School: Graduated from Tivy High School in 2012... Lettered three years in football and named team captain... Named second team All-State, first team All-District, first team All-Area as a senior... Named second team All-District as a junior... Made Academic AllState in 2011... Member of Regional Champions in 2011, Area Champions in 2010, and made the quarterfinals in 2009... Helped team to 20-11 record in three years on varsity... Played for Head Coach Mark Smith. Personal: Son of Kim and Kobe Fornes... Has two siblings, Keaton and Keller... Grandson of former Tarleton Athletic Director and football head coach Buddy Fornes... Major is undecided... Born on June 7, 1994.
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High School: Graduated from Chapel Hill High School in Tyler in 2011… Helped lead his team to a regional championship as a junior… Led his team to a state championship in 2011 with a perfect 15-0 record… Named All-District 17-3A, All-East Texas, second team All-State, and Defensive Player of the Week in 2010… Named All-District 17-3A, All-East Texas, and first team All-State as a senior… Lettered two years in football... Played for Head Coach Thomas Sitton. Personal: Son of Lamond and Sabrina Dean… Has two siblings, Braylon and Bryson… Majoring in kinesiology… His father Lamond was college teammates with Tarleton head coach Cary Fowler at Murray State... Born on Feb. 1, 1994.
WR • 5-11 • 175 • FR • HS Kerrville
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Kason Fornes
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WR • 5-10 • 165 • FR• HS Lancaster High School: Graduated from Lancaster High School in 2012… Named captain of his team… Named honorable mention as a senior… Lettered two years in football... Earned Community Service Award… Played for Head Coach Christopher Gilbert. Personal: Son of Money Martin and Erika Murphy… Has three siblings, Money, Marcie, and Marcus… Majoring in Communications… Born on Nov. 25, 1993.
WR • 5-11 • 160 • FR • HS Frisco High School: Graduated from Heritage High School in Frisco in 2012… Named captain of his team as a senior… Received honorable mention as a senior… Lettered two years in football... Played for Head Coach Che Hendrix. Personal: Son of Jennifer and Todd Whitten… Has one sibling, Maddie… Majoring in kinesiology… Born on April 1, 1994.
Zed Woerner
QB • 6-2 • 190 • FR• HS Marble Falls High School: Graduated from Marble Falls High School in 2012... Lettered three times in football... Named team captain as a senior... Named All-District 25-4A. as a senior... Named first team All-District as a linebacker/safety and as quarterback in 2011... Named Newcomer of the Year in 2009... Made Academic All-District in multiple sports, multiple years... Made Academic All-State in football as a senior...Played for Head Coach Cord Woerner. Personal: Son of Kimberly and Cord Woerner... Has two siblings, Thor (linebacker at Abilene Christian) and Aspen... Born on May 27, 1993.
Tyler Wright
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
2012 Texans
WR• 6-2 • 208 • R-FR • RS Granbury
68 All-Americans
2012: Will sit out the season with a medical redshirt. 2011: Redshirted his first year at Tarleton. High School: Graduated from Granbury High School in 2011... Named team captain of football and track teams... Named second team AllState, first team Fort Worth Star Telegram Super Team, THSCA All-State, and first team All-District as a senior wide receiver... Earned first team All-District defensive back honors as a junior and sophomore... Made second team All-District as a wide receiver in 2009... Part of Area Champions in 2008 and 2009... Member of Regional Champions in 2009 and 2010 for track... Lettered three years in football, three years in basketball, four years in track, and four years in golf... Played for Head Coach Scotty Pugh. Personal: Son of Wendy Gandy and Kevin Wright... Has two siblings, Brady and Cooper... Majoring in kinesiology... Born on Sept. 15, 1992.
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The Excitement
The Tarleton Texan football team has established itself as a national contender on a yearly basis. The Texans have claimed four division titles in that last 11 seasons while claiming two Lone Star Conference Championships (2001 and 2009). Fans flock to the excitement in Memorial Stadium, averaging 5,247 fans at each contest last season. There were 7,534 fans at the Tarleton/West Texas A&M game last year alone. The Texans have a 37-16 record in Memorial Stadium since 2001, and the program has received national attention in the national polls over the last several seasons. Winning is no longer a phenomenon, it’s a tradition. And it’s something to get EXCITED about!
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“Wearing the purple and white jersey means everything. It means we are representing this whole university and all those fans that support us. The number on my jersey doesn’t matter. We don’t even need the names on the back of the jerseys because we are playing for Tarleton as one unit..” – Offensive lineman Adrian Campbell
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“Playing in Memorial Stadium is a huge advantage. The fans, the band, the crowd in general is always loud. It definitely helps us get ready to compete.” – Tight end Will McClane
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The Texans have become a playoff contender and a winning force. Tarleton has won at least seven games in the following seasons. 2001 10-3, 8-1 in LSC** (5-1 South*) 2002 9-2, 6-2 in LSC (4-1 North*) 2003 8-4, 6-2 in LSC (4-1 North*) 2004 8-4, 6-2 in LSC (3-2 North) 2005 7-3, 6-3 in LSC (3-3 North) 2007 9-2, 7-2 in LSC (4-2 South) 2008 8-3, 6-3 in LSC (3-3 South) 2009 10-3, 7-2 in LSC** (4-2 South*)
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“I am convinced that we have the No. 1 strength coach in America. He has been a National Strength Coach of the Year, and he has helped train several NFL players. But what helps the most is Rod Cole is a creator of men. He has morals and character, and he uses those things to coach and teach the kids in the weight room.” – Head Coach Cary Fowler
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“Coach Cole really does a lot to help us on game day. The weights, the running, it all helps us prepare. Without the strength program, we would not be able to be successful.” – Defensive end Rufus Johnson
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In gaining the competitive edge, the Tarleton Strength and Conditioning program is much more than a weight room. The program encompasses all of the components of movement involved in speed, agility and quickness. Athletes are monitored and given specific exercises with instructions for movements needed to improve. The staff educates athletes regarding the importance of nutritionto-athletic performance, healthy eating habits, achieving a proper bodyweight and much more. Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, Rod Cole, leads the way in providing his athletes with an intense workout specifically aimed at maximizing potential and gaining competitive edge. The focus and intensity in the weight room is targeted to be the same as in a game; thus, athletes attack the weights with high intensity, replicating movements of the sport.
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2001, 2009 LSC Champions
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68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
“That’s where you get started and learn the game. The hands-on treatment that you give means everything in the world in making you a better player. .” – Senior linebacker Matt Knicky
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“When I first go to Tarleton, I didn’t know if it was going to be the right place for me. But the players and the coaches made me feel right at home. We are a family.” – Defensive back Desmond Jackson
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“The individual attention we receive from the coaches is tremendous. The one-on-one instruction helps us improve on a daily basis as strive to perfect the little things every day.” – Defensive lineman Cole Vitolo
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“The one-on-one on the field is invaluable. We try to teach each kid to watch every step. Very seldom do you find a kid that wants to make a mistake, and we get out there and coach them. ” – Head Coach Cary Fowler
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Four-Time LSC Division Championships
The Texans are 242-17 at Memorial Stadium since 2001.
“We can’t let anyone come up the other side of the ramp and beat us. Our fans, our band, our cheerleaders and the whole atmosphere is just different here. They are our family.” – Defensive lineman Brian Ford
68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
“I can see those students yelling right now and screaming while standing on the wall. Our home field advantage means a lot. I can hear the Plowboys coming in and the Sound and the Fury blaring. You don’t really worry about playing on the road, but we miss home. It’s such a home field advantage and a comforting feeling. From the time you get to the stadium until the end of the game, from the purple flags to Texan Alley to the Texan Club to the stands, we really have an advantage. Other people in the conference claim they have home field advantage, but I truly don’t see the home field advantage like we have anywhere else from start to finish. .” – Head Coach Cary Fowler
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Last season, the Texans had a total of 26,233 fans at five games.
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In 2011 the Texans set a new school attendance record for home openers with 6,412 fans against ACU.
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“This is a good program. Everyone on the team gets along, we are a family. We are like five fingers that play together as a fist. This is the best D2 program that I know of, and it is a winning program.” – Defensive back Dashaun Phillips 2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2009 LSC Division Champions • 2001, 2009 LSC Co-Champion
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“Playing in front of our home crowd is awesome. You can’t beat it in D2. It is the best I’ve seen.” – Senior linebacker Matt Knicky
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Four-Time LSC Division Championships
“We don’t work hard in practice and in the offseason for nothing. We expect to come out, play hard, and win these games. It is expected by the fans, the coaches, and the players.” – Defensive back Charles Moore
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The Texans have the second best winning percentage in the Lone Star Conference since 2000. Tarleton is 82-40 for an overall winning percentage of .672.
Tarleton won more Lone Star Conference games than anyone else from 2000-09. The Texans were 62-29 in division games, a .681 winning percentage.
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Midwestern State
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A&M-Kingsville
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Abilene Christian
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Game Day Experience/Texan Alley Preview Staff Players
“Game day at Tarleton is great. The fans go crazy. Even though it is not the biggest stage to play on, like at a Division I, it feels like it when we step out on our home field.” – Former defensive end Jamaal Steamer
Texan Football
“Tarleton has a great gameday experience. The fans and everyone yelling helps us get pumped up. There’s nothing like it in the conference. – Wide receiver Clifton Rhodes III
Opponents
“Winning means a lot. I know being on this team we are going to win. That is all there is to say. There is no other option but to win. .” - Linebacker Marquis Wadley
2011 Review History
From the marching band to the full stands to the smell of the concession stand, the game day excitement is in the air every time the Texans line up and snap the ball.
Conference University
Join the fun at Texan Alley before the game where fans can eat with the campus clubs, fraternities and sororities in the tailgate area. Find a washer game to join or send the kids to the blowup games. See how good of an arm-chair quarterback you are. Listen to the live music, sing and dance. Most of all, just have lots of FUN! Then come inside the stadium and cheer on the Texans to another home victory.
2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2009 LSC Division Champions • 2001, 2009 LSC Co-Champion
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2001, 2009 LSC Champions
Playing Up A Level
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
“We always get ready to win no matter who we are playing. We go into every game knowing we can win the game. It’s pretty special to be able to go into bigger schools, play well and come away with a victory, both as a player and a coach.” – Former quarterback and Tennsessee Titan Nick Stephens
68 All-Americans
The Texans have played NCAA Division I Championship Subdivision members (formerly NCAA I-AA) five times since 2003. Tarleton has won two of those contests, including 2007’s 27-24 overtime victory at Stephen F. Austin.
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Playing Up A Level Preview Staff Players
“You just have to go out and lay it on the line. I coached 1-AA and played it, and there is not a lot of difference between our Division II and 1-AA besides letters and numbers. I see what we have done here at Tarleton, and throughout the conference, and none of us back down from anyone. We get to play in a bigger stadium, and those guys think they are better than us, so it is not hard to get them fired up to go play. It doesn’t matter if we are lining up against Henderson Junior High or North Texas, we are going to go out there and play to win. ” – Head Coach Cary Fowler
Texan Football Opponents 2011 Review History Conference University
The Texans played at Texas State in San Marcos in 2011 and at Northwestern State (La.) in 2010.
2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2009 LSC Division Champions • 2001, 2009 LSC Co-Champion
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68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
Playoff Games The Texans played in several playoff games as a National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) member before joining the National Collegiate Athletics Association Division II. Since joining the NCAA, the Texans have made it as far as the quarterfinals in 2001 and a second round game in 2009. Below are small recaps of the Division II playoff games.
Playoffs - Nov. 17, 2001
Quarterfinals - Nov. 24, 2001
Chadron, Neb. - Tarleton State’s defense limited a high-powered Chadron State offense to just three points in the second half as the Texans rallied past the Eagles 28-24 in first-round action of the NCAA Division II football playoffs. The Texans trailed 21-7 late in the first half after QB Steve Kelly fumbled and Chadron’s Aric Lopez returned it five yards for a TD. That play seemingly gave the Eagles all the momentum heading to halftime. Kelly and Texans came right back and managed to cut their deficit to 21-14 with a quick 11-play drive that culminated with a 3-yard TD catch by TE Kyle Masters, slicing the CSC lead to seven points with 30 seconds left in the half. Chadron upped its lead to 24-14 with Ryan Larson’s 24-yard field goal on the Eagles’ first secondhalf possession, but the Texans’ defense would dominate from there, allowing CSC only 77 yards in their final four drives. The Texans limited CSC to 0-for-4 on 3rd-down conversions and 0-for-2 on 4th-down tries in the final quarter. Tarleton squelched the Eagles’ fake punt attempt on 4th-and-1 at the Tarleton 44-yard line with 6:20 left, and the Texans stopped CSC on a 4th-and-3 at the CSC 26 with 2:12 to play. Tarleton’s offense managed two lengthy scoring drives to complete the rally, first going 72 yards in 12 plays to score on RB Chavis McCollister’s 5-yard run late in the third quarter. D.T. Hopkins plowed up the middle from four yards out with 9:46 left in the game to put the Texans ahead 28-24, with that short TD run being set up by a 42-yard halfback pass from McCollister to WR Damien Jackson.
Davis, Calif. - Glenn Adriatico of UC Davis returned a fourth-quarter kickoff 66 yards for a TD and scored again less than two minutes later on a 55-yard reception as the Aggies pulled away from Tarleton State for a 42-25 victory in the NCAA Division II quarterfinals. UC Davis overcame Tarleton leads of 7-0 and 1714 to pick up the win. The Aggies took a 21-17 lead in the third quarter as RB Sean Holleman scored his third TD of the game, then Davis got the ball right back after a Tarleton punt and pushed its edge to 28-17 on the first play of the fourth with Mike Oliva’s 19-yard TD catch. The Texans answered as Tarleton QB Steve Kelly completed 5 of 7 passes on a 9-play drive that ended with Kelly hitting Aaron Lucas on a 14-yard TD pass. Chavis McCollister then scored on a 2-point conversion run, cutting the UC Davis lead to just 28-25 with 11:40 left in the game. Tarleton was flagged for an offsides penalty on the ensuing kickoff, and after being forced to kickoff again, Adriatico gathered the ball at his own 34-yard line and raced unscathed in front of the Tarleton bench for the game-breaking TD. The Texans picked up one first down on the next possession before turning the ball over on downs at the UC Davis 45-yard line. That’s where QB J.T. O’Sullivan delivered the knockout punch, hitting Adriatico in stride over the middle for a 55-yard TD toss at the 9:28 mark. The score was tied 14-14 at halftime, with Tarleton turning the ball over twice in UC Davis territory, including a D.T. Hopkins fumble at the Aggies 1-yard line. Tarleton gained 489 yards on 76 plays but was just 2 of 13 on 3rd-down conversions, compared to an 8 for 11 effort by the Aggies.
Scoring Summary Tarleton 0 14 7 7 -- 28 Chadron State 7 14 3 0 -- 24 CSC-Strand 1 run (Larson kick); TSU-Givens 4 pass from Kelly (Boren kick); CSC-Strand 12 run (Larson kick); CSC-Lopez 5 fumble return (Larson kick); TSU-Masters 3 pass from Kelly (Boren kick); CSC-Larson 24 FG; TSU-McCollister 5 run (Boren kick); TSU-Hopkins 4 run (Boren kick).
Scoring Summary Tarleton 7 7 3 8 -- 25 UC Davis 0 14 7 21 -- 42 TSU-McCollister 8 run (Boren kick); UCD-S. Holleman 1 run (kick failed); UCD-S. Holleman 4 run (Bandel pass); TSU-Kelly 1 run (Boren kick); TSU-Boren 39 field goal; UCDS. Holleman 5 run (Williams kick); UCD-Oliva 19 pass from O’Sullivan (Williams kick); TSU-B. Lucas 14 pass from Kelly (McCollister run); UCD-Adriatico 66 kick return (Williams kick); UCD-Adriatico 55 pass from O’Sullivan (Williams kick).
Scoring Summary Tarleton 0 7 3 0 -- 10 Texas A&M-Kingsville 10 7 0 17 -- 34 TAMUK-Hammond 44 FG; TAMUK-Williams 4 run
Tarleton 28, Chadron State 24 Don Beebe Stadium (att. 5.400)
Team Statistics..................................... TSU.................. CSC First Downs................................................ 23......................23 Rushes-Yards....................................... 32-82...............37-191 Passing Yards.......................................... 261....................194 Passes A-C-I.....................................43-29-1............. 35-22-1 Punts-Avg............................................ 4-47.0................3-32.3 Fumbles-Lost............................................ 1-1.....................0-0 Penalties-Yards...................................... 4-26.................11-68 Individual Leaders Rushing: TSU-McCollister 7-51; CSC-Holak 21-121; Passing: TSU-Kelly 41-27-1, 185; CSC-Strand 34-21-1, 185; Receiving: TSU-Givens 6-27; CSC-Wahlstrom 8-70; Tackles: TSU-Young 18; CSC-Barry & Morris 10.
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Playoffs - Nov. 22, 2003
UC Davis 42, Tarleton 25 Toomey Field (att. 5,377)
Team Statistics..................................... TSU..................UCD First Downs................................................ 24......................30 Rushes-Yards..................................... 26-157...............48-256 Passing Yards.......................................... 332....................252 Passes A-C-I.....................................50-26-0............. 29-20-1 Punts-Avg............................................ 3-41.3................2-34.0 Fumbles-Lost............................................ 3-2.....................1-1 Penalties-Yards...................................... 8-62...................3-24 Individual Leaders Rushing: TSU-Givens 7-68; UCD-S. Holleman 27-153; Passing: TSU-Kelly 49-26-0, 332; UCD-O’Sullivan 29-20-1, 252; Receiving: TSU-Moody 7-78; UCD-Oliva 6-82; Tackles: TSU-Williams 13; UCD-K. Taylor 9.
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Texas A&M-Kingsville 34, Tarleton 10 Javelina Stadium (att. 9,500) KINGSVILLE - The Tarleton State football team offered too many chances to Texas A&MKingsville on Saturday and lost 34-10 in the first round of the NCAA Division II playoffs. The No. 21 Texans’ Justin Parson fumbled the opening kickoff to put the Javelinas at the Texans’ 37-yard line. The other problem with the ballgame for the Texans was the time of possession. The Javelinas won that stat 37:21 to 22:29. The Texans (8-4) also lost the turnover battle, giving up the fumble and a 68-yard interception return by TAMUK’s Michael Bragg. Bragg intercepted Tarleton quarterback Cliff Watkins at the goaline and returned it to the Tarleton 32. Problem No. 4 was the Kingsville defense. The Javelinas held the Texans 202 yards below their season offensive output, including 132 yards below the average passing game. TAMUK (10-1) got on the board first when Richard Hammond nailed a 44-yard field goal. A seven-yard Texan punt put A&M-Kingsville in good field position. Larry Williams put the Javelinas on the scoreboard again when he punched it in from four yards out. That drive was set up after a 19yard punt. Watkins scored his first rushing touchdown of the season when he ran a bootleg in from nine yards out. Jamie Guin added the kick with 11:50 left in the game to move the Texans within three, 10-7. The Javelinas got on the board with 1:05 left in the first half when Brent Holmes caught a 15-yard pass from Daniel Taylor. Guin added a 48-yard field goal for the last Texan score with 11:50 left in the third quarter. A&M-Kingsville score three more times in the ballgame.
(Hammond kick); TSU-Cliff Watkins 9 run ( Guin kick); TAMUK-Holmes 15 pass from Taylor (Hammond kick); TSU-Guin 48 FG; TAMUK-Hammond 23 FG; TAMUKHolmes 27 pass from Taylor (Hammond kick); TAMUKWilliams 2 run (Hammond kick).
Team Statistics..................................... TSU............. TAMUK First Downs................................................ 16......................14 Rushes-Yards....................................... 25-66...............45-129 Passing Yards.......................................... 212....................159 Passes A-C-I.....................................36-16-1............. 23-13-0 Punts-Avg............................................ 6-32.8................6-31.3 Fumbles-Lost............................................ 2-1.....................0-0 Penalties-Yards........................................ 1-5...................7-59 Individual Leaders Rushing: TSU-Morrison 16-73; TAMUK-Williams 28-108; Passing: TSU-Watkins 16-36-1-222; TAMUK-Taylor 13-23-0158; Receiving: TSU-Tabor 7-97; TAMUK-Washington 4-21.
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Individual Leaders Rushing: TSU-Robertson 10-26; CWU-Eldrdige 18-101; Passing: TSU-Grantham 14-33-0, 192; CWU-Morgan 21-31-1, 287; Receiving: TSU-Guinn 3-45; CWU-Spevak 5-97; Tackles: TSU-Stringfellow 10; CWU-Hall 9.
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Team Statistics..................................... TSU................. CWU First Downs.................................................. 9......................17 Rushes-Yards......................................24--14...............39-122 Passing Yards.......................................... 192....................287 Passes A-C-I.....................................34-14-0............. 31-21-1 Punts-Avg............................................ 8-40.2................4-41.2 Fumbles-Lost............................................ 3-2.....................0-0 Penalties-Yards...................................... 6-54...................8-73
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“We are more motivated to get back to the playoffs. We are hungry to get back to where we were and win to represent Tarleton in the national spotlight.” – Senior linebacker Matt Knicky
History
Individual Leaders Rushing: TSU-Robertson 19-131; TAMUK-Winborn 35-223; Passing: TSU-Grantham 24-40-1, 296; TAMUK-Garza 20-31-2, 164; Receiving: TSU-Hobson 10-188; TAMUK-Lincoln 6-38; Tackles: TSU-Uwajeh 8; TAMUK-Saddler-McQueen 8.
Scoring Summary Tarleton 3 3 0 0 6 Central Washington 7 10 3 7 27 TSU-Lindholm 39 field goal; CWU-Spevak 48 pass from Morgan (Rolsma kick); CSU-Eldridge 2 run (Rolsma kick); TSU-Lindholm 31 field goal; CWU-Rolsma 27 field goal; CWURolsma 30 field goal; CWU-Eldridge 3 run (Rolsma kick).
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Team Statistics..................................... TSU............. TAMUK First Downs................................................ 24......................29 Rushes-Yards..................................... 39-234...............43-238 Passing Yards.......................................... 296....................164 Passes A-C-I.....................................41-20-2............. 31-20-2 Punts-Avg............................................ 4-40.0................4-41.0 Fumbles-Lost............................................ 2-1.....................1-1 Penalties-Yards.................................. 19-160...................5-43
ELLENSBURG, Wash. – The No. 12 Tarleton Texans had a hard time running the ball Saturday in the second round of the NCAA Division II playoff against No. 1 Central Washington, and just nine first downs were logged by the Texans in a 27-6 loss in Ellensburg, Wash. The Texans handed the ball over on two fumbles, and the Wildcats scored 10 points off of those turnovers, while the Texans had an interception and had just three points. One of the Texan turnovers was deep into Wildcat territory. The Texans gained just 178 yards of total offense, Tarleton’s second worse out of the season after Abilene Christian held Tarleton to 172 total yards. On Saturday, Tarleton gained 192 yards through the air, but the Texans were limited to minus-17 yards on the ground. Bradley Bullitt intercepted a Cole Morgan pass and then lateralled the ball to Jeremy Sifford who returned it to the CWU 39-yard line to set up the first score of the game when Garrett Lindholm made a 39-yard field goal with 4:07 left in the first quarter. The score came after six plays and Tarleton covered just four yards in the scoring drive to make it 3-0 Texans. On the next drive for the Wildcats, Morgan hit Johnny Spevak for a 48-yard touchdown. Garrett Rolsma had the extra point to put the home team ahead 7-3 with 2:33 left in the opening quarter. The drive took three plays to cover 50 yards. The Wildcats stretched the lead to 14-3 with 10:16 left in the first half when Randall Eldridge punched it in from two yards away.Rolsma added the kick to cap the two-play 15-yard drive that was set up by a Roderick Smith fumble at the Tarleton 22-yard line. The ball was scooped up by Taylor Breitzman and returned to the Tarleton 15. The Texans took the next drive 48 yards on 10 plays in 4:03 to set up a 31-yard field goal by Lindholm. The Texans trailed 14-6 with 6:03 on the clock. CWU then added a field goal with 1:39 remaining in the second quarter when Rolsma connected on a 27yard attempt to close an eight-play, 71-yard drive that took 4:24 off the clock. The Wildcats led 17-6 at the half. The Texans stopped the Wildcats’ first drive of the second half, and the offense was driving down the field when Roderick Smith caught a screen pass from Scott Grantham, but the senior running back again fumbled – this time at the CWU 23-yard line. The home team then took the ball 69 yards on six plays to stretch its lead to 20-6 when Rolsma hit a 30yard field goal with 8:07 left in the third quarter. Neither team scored again until the Wildcats put the last point of the game on the board. Eldridge punched the ball in from three yards out to end a nine-play, 67yard drive. The kick by Rolsma put the final tally on the board with CWU winning, 27-6.
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Scoring Summary Tarleton 14 7 15 10 3 8 57 A&M-Kingsville 7 24 8 7 3 7 56 TSU-Hobson 51 pass from Grantham (Lindholm kick); TSU-Demby 1 run (Lindholm kick); TAMUK-Winborn 1 run (Brom kick); TAMUK-Glover 26 fumble return (Brom kick); TAMUK-Winborn 36 run (Brom kick); TAMUK-Glover 40 yd INT return (Brom kick); TSU-Hobson 62 pass from Grantham (Lindholm kick); Brom 45 field goal; TSU Robertson 30 run (Lindholm kick); TAMUK-Winborn 1 run (Roberson pass from Brom); TSU-Guinn 3 pass from Grantham (Peschke pass from Grantham); TSU-Smith 11 run (Lindholm kick); TAMUK-Garza 1 run (Brom kick); TSU-Lindholm 64 field goal; TSU-Lindholm 27 field goal; TAMUK-Brom 19 field goal; TAMUK-Winborn 2 run (Brom kick); TSU-Grantham 20 run (Grantham rush).
“The experience just makes you hungrier. We want to go farther than we have ever been. Making the playoffs is really big for the program, and we hope to be starting something new here. We have expectations already set to win, but now we want the expectations to win big and do so in the playoffs every season.” – Senior wide receiver Arthur Buckingham
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KINGSVILLE – In one of the most dramatic games in school and NCAA history, the No. 12 Tarleton Texans needed a come-from-behind victory and double overtime to advance to the second round of the NCAA Division II playoffs with a 57-56 win at No. 13 Texas A&M-Kingsville Saturday in front of a croud of over 13,000 people. Tarleton improved to 10-2 on the season after quarterback Scott Grantham scored on a 20-yard run in the second overtime to pull Tarleton within one before running the two-point conversion in by himself to give the Texans the win. Overtime was set up with a 64-yard field goal by Tarleton’s Garrett Lindholm to tie the game as time expired after the Javelinas had scored with under a minute left in regulation. The kick was the second longest field goal in NCAA Division II history. Tarleton jumped out to an early 14-point led, but TAMUK scored the next 28 points to go ahead 28-14 – helped in part by two Texan turnovers that led to a scoop and score on a fumble and a pick-six interception. The Javelinas got the ball with 4:56 left in the game and drove 61 yards on nine plays and scored the goahead touchdown. Brom’s kick put the score at 46-43 with 49 seconds left on the clock. Tarleton started at its own 26 with a false start penalty. Facing fourth and 18, Grantham hit Arthur Buckingham on a 35-yard pass for a first down. Then, facing a third and 10 from the Kingsville 47, Lindholm hit the kick that tied the game at 46 from 64 yards out as time expired. Buckingham had the hold, Kyle Piercefield the snap. Tarleton loss the coin toss in overtime and had the ball first. The Texans got to the eight, but Lindholm was forced to kick a 27-yard field goal after a delay of game penalty to go ahead 49-46. TAMUK then drove to the Tarleton two, but the Javelinas also had to kick, Brom’s good from 19 yards. TAMUK scored on a two-yard run from Winborn. The kick by Brom made it 56-49 and forced the Texans to do the same. From the 20, Grantham scrambled to the right and saw an opening, and after breaking several tackles and spinning into the end zone, the Texans trailed by just one point. The Tarleton coaches called for the two-point conversion, and Grantham again went to the right side on a keeper and found the winning two-point conversion to give the Texans the 57-56 double overtime victory.
Central Washington 27, Tarleton 6 Tomlinson Stadium (att. 6,162)
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Playoffs - Nov. 14, 2009
Tarleton 57, Texas A&M-Kingsville 56 (2OT) Javelina Stadium (att. 13,352)
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68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
Texans in the NFL
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arleton quarterback Nick Stephens led the 2011 Texans to five straight wins and a fourth-place finish in the Lone Star Conference. This fall, he will be showcasing those same skills for the Tennessee Titans after the club signed the former Tarleton signal-caller to a free agent deal in April of 2012. Stephens came to Stephenville after spending time with Division I powerhouse, University of Tennessee. There, the Flower Mound native spent two seasons with the Volunteers. As a freshman, he appeared in seven games, threw for four touchdowns, and went 63-for-130 on the season. He led the team with a 108.28 efficiency rating and a 120 passing yards per game average. As a sophomore, Stephens played in three contests, totaled 142 yards and a touchdown, and led Tennessee in efficiency rating with a 170.98 mark. After his time at Tennessee, Stephens returned to Texas to join up with Tarleton. In his first year with the Texans, Stephens started eight games before an injury ended his season. In those eight games, the 6’5” righty went 132-for-258 with 1,774 yards and nine touchdowns. He also rushed for a touchdown and averaged 221.8 passing yards each game. In his senior season, Stephens really came on strong passing for over 250 yards in nine of the 11 contests. He finished the season with 3,005 yards, 20 Stephens AT TARLETOn touchdowns, and just eight picks 2010...132-258-12, 1,774 yards, 9 touchdowns 51.2 percent, 111.1 efficiency, 221.8 ypg on 242-for-429 passing. His 273.3 2011...242-429-8, 3,005 yards, 20 touchdowns 56.4 percent, 126.6 efficiency, 273.2 ypg yards per game is No. 3 all-time.
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arleton’s Richard Bartel signed a free agent deal with the Dallas Cowboys of the National Football League following a two-year stint with the Texans. The Cowboys invited Bartel to mini-camps and then took the free agent to the 2007 Preseason Camp in San Antonio afterwhich he quarterbacked the practice squad. He was one of four quarterbacks on the Cowboys roster prior to the 2008 season, but Bartel went to Cleveland Browns to quarterback practice squad in November of 2008. After a stint with the Washington Redskins, Bartel is now a back-up with the Arizona Cardinals. Bartel finished his career with a 59.4 passing percentage, which is No. 3 on the school’s all-time list.. He completed 314 of 529 passes thrown in 20 games as a Texan while throwing 128 touchdowns and for 3,906, an average of 195.3 yards per contest. In 2006, Bartel threw for 2,023 yards while completing 161 of 276 passes with just five interceptions. He threw for 16 touchdowns and averaged 202.3 yards passing per outing. He completed 58.3 percent of his passes thrown as a senior. He had one rushing touchdown. As a junior in 2005, Bartel completed 153 of 253 passes with 11 interceptions. He threw for 1,883 yards and 12 touchdowns while completing 60.5 percent of his passes which is third on the all-time single-season completion Bartel AT TARLETON 2005...153-253-11, 1,883 yards, 12 touchdowns percentage list. He averaged 60.5 percent, 129.95 efficiency 188.3 yards per game passing 2006...161-276-5, 2,023 yards, 16 touchdowns 58.3 percent, 135.41 efficiency in his first year at Tarleton.
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arleton recently honored a former NFL veteran and Texan All-American to the Athletics Hall of Fame in 2012. James Dearth, now retired, was a sixth-round draft choice of the Cleveland Browns in 1999 and appeared in two games for the Browns. He spent the 2000 season on the Tennessee Titans’ practice squad before signing a free agent contract with the Jets and playing in every game in the 2001 season. Dearth, who served the last eight seasons as the Jets’ starting deep snapper and backup tight end, has played in 144 consecutive regular season NFL games. He hauled in the first touchdown reception of his NFL career in 2001 in a 15-14 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. In 2011, Dearth signed with New England. Listed by the Jets as 6-foot-4 and 270 pounds, Dearth played at Tarleton from 1996-98, tallying 77 catches for 992 yards and nine TDs in three seasons. He actually started at quarterback in the Texans’ opening game in 1996 before moving to tight end, where he twice was named first team All-LSC South Division and second team NCAA Division II All-America. Dearth, a native of Scurry, Texas, was named the 1998 LSC DEARTH AT TARLETON South Offensive Lineman of the Year as he finished his 1996......3 catches, 36 yards, 0 TDs; 1 of 2 passing, 6 yards senior season with 19 catches for 333 yards in the final four 1997......43 catches, 528 yards, 6 TDs; 1st team All-LSC South; 1st team All-West Region; 2nd team All-America games. He also earned All-America honors in the shot put in 1998......31 catches, 428 yards, 3 TDs; LSC South Off. Line of Yr.; 1st All-LSC South; 1st All-West Region; 2nd All-America 1998 while competing for Tarleton’s track and field team.
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Other NFL Players from Tarleton and Tarleton Junior College* 1957 Detroit Brown played in four games and rushed twice for total of six yards. He returned three punts for 16 yards, including a long of 15. Brown had six kickoff returns for 106 yards, an average of 17.7 yards per return. He had a long of 23 yards. Brown was a native of Waco and went on to play at Texas A&M-Commerce.
Randy Winkler, G/OT
1967-68, 1971 Detroit, Green Bay Winkler played in eight games in Detroit in 1967, 12 games in Atlanta in 1968 and five games in Green Bay in 1971. He was from Belton.
Derrick Ross, RB
Tywain Myles, DL
Saalim Hakim, WR
2012 Dallas Cowboys Hakim was a standout wide receiver for the Texans in 2010. He was signed by the Dallas Cowboys as a free agent in 2012.
2008 Jacksonville Jaguars Myles originally signed as an undrafted free agent by the Jcksonville Jaguars on August 6, 2008. He was waived by the Jaguars after training camp, but he then signed a contract with the Atlanta Falcons in January 2009 on a reserved/future contract agreement. Myles is a native of Nacogdoches.
Garrett Lindholm, K
2012 St. Louis Rams Lindholm is currently on the St. Louis Rams roster for the 2012 preseason. The former Texan kicker hit a school-record 64-yard field goal against Texas A&M-Kingsville in an NCAA Playoff game in 2009 that forced overtime.
2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2009 LSC Division Champions • 2001, 2009 LSC Co-Champion
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1946-49 Detroit Lions Wilson played in 44 games in his career, rushing 378 times for 1,453 yards and six touchdowns. He also recorded 20 receptions for 198 yards, an average of 9.9 yards per catch, and punted the ball 22 times as a rookie in 1946 for 868 yards, an average of 39.5 yards per kick. He had a long of 69 yards. He was from El Paso and went on to play at Hardin-Simmons and Tulsa.
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Camp Wilson, FB*
History
1955 Baltimore Colts Bryan played in 10 games and had two rushes for four yards with a long of eight yards. He had one interception for four yards. The Olney native went on to play for Texas Tech.
2006 Kansas City Chiefs Ross played in six games during the regular season for the Chiefs after staring in the preseason. He had three rushes for eight yards and one punt return. The following summer, Ross was named the NFL Europe Most Valuable Player. He is a native of Huntsville.
Walter Bryan, HB*
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Marv Brown, HB*
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68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
Facilities
Memorial Stadium
Memorial Stadium on the campus of Tarleton State University was completed in 1977. Recent renovations to the west stands has increased seating capacity to 7,000 spectators for athletic events. The concrete bleachers rest against a dirt berm on the east (home) side of the field with a center section featuring 750 seats with back rests forming a purple “T”. The lower level features a concession stand with restrooms, while the press box resides on the upper level. The press box is heated and air-conditioned and is more than 100 feet long. It includes ample working space for press, scouts, sideline communications, film crews, statisticians, public address announcer, scoreboard operators, home and visitor radio stations, and a VIP room. The Memorial Stadium field surface got a new look in 2004 when artificial turf was added. The endzones are painted purple with white lettering: Tarleton in the south zone and Texans in the north zone. There is a block T in the middle of the field facing the home side. A jumbotron was also installed on the north end of the field with the old scoreboard being moved to the south end of the stadium. In 2006, a new restroom and concession area was built on the visitor’s side of the stadium. Oscar Frazier Memorial Track, an eight-lane, allweather track borders the artificial grass football field and is encircled by a chain link fence. The stadium is bordered east and west by hard-surfaced parking lots, north by the intramural complex, and south by the Physical Education Field Facility, completed in 1989. Memorial Stadium is easily accessible, as it is located north of Business 377 (West Washington Street) on Harbin Drive.
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Locker Room
The Texans’ locker room facility is located inside the Field House, which sits at the South end of Memorial Stadium. Officially known as the Physcial Education Field Facility, the Field House also houses offices for the football coaching staff, meeting rooms, the sports medicine office and the main training room. The varsity locker room got a facelift in the summer of 2009 wih new wooden lockers that were donated by former players and friends of the program. An auxilary training room also is available inside Wisdom Gym.
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Practice Facility The Texans practice on the northeast corner of the fields adjacent to Memorial Stadium. The Tarleton football program has two complete fields that offer plenty of room for the Texans to workout and prepare for competition. The fields are marked with lines and hash marks so that the Texans will have the best preparation for game day. Next to the two fields is a short field marked for individual and group workouts. The Texans are the only team practicing on the fields in the fall, though the south end of the fields is converted to a throwing area during track and field season, and the facility is locked when the Texans are not practicing.
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2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2009 LSC Division Champions • 2001, 2009 LSC Co-Champion
University
“A lot of people try to hide something when they are recruiting because there is an eyesore. We don’t have to do that. We can stick our chest out with pride in wherever you take them. We may not be the best in the country in some areas, but we have a lot, and we are continuing to make improvements. We don’t shy away with our facilities, they help us sell our program. ” – Head Coach Cary Fowler
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Community Service
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
The Tarleton football program participates in many Community Service projects throughout the year, and not just while during school. From serving dinner at the Ronald McDonald House at Cook’s Children’s Hospital in Fort Worth to delivering Meals on Wheels, the Texans are proud to be servants both on the Tarleton Campus and throughout Stephenville and the surrounding areas.
Foster’s Home for Children SAAC Blood Drive
Three Academic All-Americans
“We grow closer together and realize what a blessing it is to be here and to be able to help someone together. It makes us grow closer together, and it makes us feel good because we are helping someone else.” – Former defensive end Jacob Rowe
Athletics Adopt-A-Highway
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Community Service
Opponents 2011 Review History
Angel League
Conference
“The community service that I take part in as a Tarleton State football player is very special. We do a variety of services from Angel League to simply picking up someone’s backyard. Helping in community service not only helps the community, but also bonds our team together.” – Lineman Ryan Martin
University
2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2009 LSC Division Champions • 2001, 2009 LSC Co-Champion
Texan Football
“Community service is dear to my heart, and my families heart. Doing community service helps these kids understand what they have and how fortunate they are. Most of these times, some of these kids have ridden the roller coaster of life, but when we are able to help others in our community and around, they see how really fortunate they are when they see people starve for attention and are in need of help. I don’t want kids to do community service if they don’t want to, but our kids are constantly asking to do things for the elderly all the way down to the little kids.” – Head Coach Cary Fowler
Preview Staff Players
Angel League Softball
Helping People Move
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2001, 2009 LSC Champions
Media Coverage
The Cary Fowler Coach’s Show airs during the season on the Tarleton Athletic Radio Network. The show, which is sponosred by local businesses and held at Texas Bank, is aired on Thursday’s at 11 a.m.
On The Air
Three Academic All-Americans
The Texans can be heard on the radio in Stephenville and the surrounding area, and also online around the world via KSTV FM. The home games are also broadcast online via the Tarleton Sports homepage.
In The Community
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Each year at the beginning of the season, the Texan Club – Tarleton athletics’ official booster club – has the Kickoff Luncheon where head coach Cary Fowler talks about the upcoming season as well as introduces his staff and a few key players.
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Media Coverage Preview Staff Players Texan Football Opponents
Tarleton’s football game against Angelo State in 2008 was broadcast nationally on CBS College Sports Television Network. The broadcast reached millions of homes and was one of just six NCAA Division II football games broadcast that year.
2011 Review History
The Lone Star Conference hosts an annual media day every year to kickoff the football season. Each head coach talks about their teams and the upcoming season. The preseason polls are released and media from around the conference talk to players and coaches.
Conference
2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2009 LSC Division Champions • 2001, 2009 LSC Co-Champion
University
The local newspaper, the Stephenville EmpireTribune, does a great job covering the Texans. The paper runs game previews, game stories and features that chronicle the season.
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In the Spotlight
www.TarletonSports.com
Check out the all new Tarleton official athletics web site at www.tarletonsports.com for all updated information on Tarleton’s sports. The site is updated year round and is the main source of information for Texan and TexAnn athletics.
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
Watch Sports LIVE on Web
Three Academic All-Americans
All home men’s and women’s basketball games and football games are broadcast LIVE via the Internet at www.tarletonsports.com. Fans can watch the Texans and TexAnns play at home for a nominal fee. Check out the Tarleton Ticket on the official Tarleton Athletics Web Site.
Tarleton broadcasts all of its football games, as well as its men’s and women’s basketball games, on the radio and Internet. The Texans can be heard on KSTV FM (93.1 FM). The games can be heard on the KSTV web site and can be linked to off of the official Tarleton Athletics web site.
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The Cary Fowler Coach’s Show airs during the season on the Tarleton Athletic Radio Network. The show, which is sponsored by local businesses and held at Texas Bank, is aired on Thursday’s at 11 a.m.
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2011 2011 Review Review
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Conference Conference
University University
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Midwestern State General Information
Location: Wichita Falls, Texas Founded: 1922 Enrollment: 6,400 Nickname: Mustangs Colors: Maroon, Gold Conference: Lone Star Affiliation: NCAA Division II Stadium (Surface): Memorial Stadium (AstroPlay) Capacity: 14,362 President: Dr. Jesse W. Rogers Athletics Director: Charlie Carr
Head Coach Bill Maskill
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
Team Information
2011 Record: 10-1, 8-0/1st LSC Conference Titles: 2 (2009, 2011) First Year (Overall four-year record): 1926 (184-185-10) Starters Returning: 9 Lettermen Returning: 41 Offensive Starters Returning: Brandon Kelsey, QB; Keidrick Jackson, RB; Ken Van Heule, OG; Justen Tyler, C; Bryan Keith, OT; Mark Strange, TE. Defensive Starters Returning: Pat Gardner, S; Donald Napoleon, OLB; Neiko Conway, CB; Matt Ellerbrock, ILB; Bernard Griffin, S.
Coaching Staff
Head Coach: Bill Maskill Alma Mater: Western Kentucky ('71) Overall Record: 92-40 (12 years) Record at MSU: 79-32 (10 years) Office Phone: 940-613-0122 Assistant Coaches: Rich Renner, DC; Roderick Taylor, OC; Randy Wilkins, DL; Adam Austin, QB; Gary McGraw, Secondary.
Three Academic All-Americans
SID Staff
SID Contact: Trey Reed Office Phone: 940-397-4818 Email: trey.reed@mwsu.edu SID Fax: 940-397-4892 Press Box Phone: 940-232-4978 Web Page: www.msumustangs.com
Series Information
Overall: Tarleton, 15-7 Current win streak: Midwestern, 2 In Stephenville: Tarleton, 9-2 In Wichita Falls:Tarleton, 6-5 Last Meeting: Oct. 8, 2011, Midwestern won 44-13 in Witchita Falls Fowler vs. MSU: 0-2
Rushing Lester Bush
Att. 112
Yds. 598
Avg. 5.3
TD 9
Avg./G 66.4
Passing Brandon Kelsey
Att-Cmp-Int 37-67-3
Yds. 252
TD 0
Avg./G 28.0
Receiving David Little
Rec. Yds. Avg. TD Avg./G 63 689 10.9 7 57.4
Defense UT AT Matt Ellerbrock 27 44
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2012 Schedule
all times CST
2011 Schedule
10-1 overall
Sept. 10 Sept. 17 Sept. 24 Oct. 1 Oct. 8 Oct. 15 Oct. 22 Oct. 29 Nov. 5 Nov. 12
Sept. 2 Sept. 11 Sept. 18 Sept. 25 Oct. 2 Oct. 9 Oct. 16 Oct. 23 Oct. 30 Nov. 6 Nov. 13
at Missouri S&T, Rolla, Mo. 6:30 p.m. Texas A&M-Commerce, Arlington 12 p.m. *Texas A&M-Kingsville 7 p.m. *at Incarnate Word, San Antonio 7 p.m. *Tarleton 7 p.m. *at Angelo State, San Angelo 6 p.m. *Abilene Christian 8 p.m. *at Eastern New Mexico, Portales N.M. 3 p.m. *West Texas A&M 2 p.m. at Northeastern State, Tahlequah, Okla. 2 p.m.
at New Mexico Highlands, Las Vegas, N.M. W 52-6 at Eastern New Mexico, Portales, N.M. W 44-17 Southwestern Oklahoma W 46-9 at Central Oklahoma, Edmond, Okla. W 30-24 *Incarnate Word W 38-31 OT *at Abilene Christian, Abilene L 31-28 *at Angelo State, San Angelo W 35-21 *at West Texas A&M, Canyon L 42-29 *Tarleton (Homecoming) W 31-26 *at Texas A&M- Kingsville, Kingsville L 27-7 Northeastern State W 28-8
Tarleton vs. Midwestern State
Returning Stat Leaders
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Nov. 5, 1988 Sept. 30, 1989 Nov. 3, 1990 Nov. 2, 1991 Sept. 10, 1994 Sept. 9, 1995 Sept. 5, 1996 Oct. 8, 1997 Oct. 7, 1998 Oct. 6, 1999 Oct. 4, 2000 Oct. 3, 2001 Sept. 11, 2004 Oct. 8, 2005 Oct. 14, 2006 Oct. 13, 2007 Oct. 11, 2008 Oct. 10, 2009 Oct. 30, 2010 Oct. 8, 2011
Tarleton won, 41-6 Tarleton won, 20-6 Tarleton won, 35-0 Midwestern State won, 41-14 Tarleton won, 45-21 Midwestern State won, 44-35 Tarleton won, 23-10 Tarleton won, 29-28 Tarleton won, 37-16 Midwestern State won, 21-3 Midwestern State won, 44-23 Tarleton won, 44-37 Tarleton won, 19-3 Tarleton won, 37-7 Tarleton won, 38-17 Tarleton won, 44-32 Tarleton won, 37-16 Tarleton won, 31-28 Midwestern State won, 31-26 Midwestern State won, 44-13
Series Notes
Away Home Home Away Home Away Home Home Away Home Home Away Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Away
• Tarleton head coach Cary Fowler will face his former employer for the third time as a head coach this season. The Mustangs have come out on top the past two games in Wichita Falls.
TT TFL Sack INT PBU FF FR • LAST MEETING - Tarleton fell to MSU in rainy conditions after 71 9.5-27 2-12 - 1 1 a pair of lightning delays pushed the game back late into the night. The Mustangs ground game proved to be the difference in the 44-13 affair.
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Abilene Christian
Game 2 – Sept. 15, 2012 Location: Abilene, Texas Founded: 1906 Enrollment: 4,800 Nickname: Wildcats Colors: Purple and White Conference: Lone Star Affiliation: NCAA Division II Stadium (Surface): Shotwell Stadium (SafePlay Turf) Capacity: 15,000 President: Dr. Phil Schubert Athletics Director: Jared Mosley
Head Coach Ken Collums
2012 Schedule
Team Information
Sept. 1 Sept. 8 Sept. 15 Sept. 22 Sept. 27 Oct. 6 Oct. 13 Oct. 20 Oct. 27 Nov. 3 Nov. 10
Coaching Staff
Sept. 1 Sept. 17 Sept. 24 Oct. 1 Oct. 8 Oct. 15 Oct. 22 Oct. 29 Nov. 5 Nov. 12 Nov. 19
2011 Record: 8-3, 7-1/2nd LSC Conference Titles: 4 (1973, 1977, 2008, 2010) First Year (Overall four-year record): 1919 (462-378-32) Starters Returning: 13 (7 off, 5 def, 2 special) Lettermen Returning: 38 (15 off, 15 def, 2 special) Offensive Starters Returning: Mitchell Gale, QB; Taylor Gabriel, WR; Darian Hogg, WR; Josh Perez, OL; Darrell Cantu- Harkless, WR; Blake Spears, OL; Jonathan Parker, TE Defensive Starters Returning: L.B. Suggs, CB; Rob Boyd, DE; Ryan Smith DE; Thor Woerner, LB; Nick Richardson, LB
Head Coach: Ken Collums Alma Mater: Central Arkansas ('95) Overall Record: 0-0 (1st year) Record at ACU: same Office Phone: 325-674-2353 Assistant Coaches: Nathan Young, RB; Sam Collins, OL; Kendrick Holloway, WR; Darian Dulin, DC/DB; David Rausch, DB; Mark Ribaudo, LB/ST
2011 Schedule
8-3 overall
*at Tarleton, Stephenville North Alabama, Arlington *Angelo State Western Oregon *at Easterm New Mexico, Portales, N.M. *West Texas A&M *at Midwestern State, Wichita Falls *Texas A&M-Commerce *at Texas A&M-Kingsville, Kingsville *Incarnate Word at Washburn, Topeka, Kan.
Returning Stat Leaders
Rushing Att. Charcandrick West 57
Avg. 6.7
TD 5
Avg./G 34.5
Att-Cmp-Int 276-458-9
Yds. 3,823
TD 28
Avg./G 347.5
Receiving Rec. Yds. Avg. TD Avg./G Taylor Gabriel 64 988 15.4 10 89.8
Series Notes
University
Yds. 380
Home Away Home Home Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Home Home Away Home Away Home Away Home
• The Texans and Wildcats have battled back and forth in recent years, with 2010’s contest as the exception. ACU has enjoyed the most recent success with six wins in the past eight games. Prior to that, Tarleton had won six in a row.
UT AT TT TFL Sack INT PBU FF FR 37 30 67 11/38 3/15 1/26 3 - 1 • LAST MEETING - Tarleton took a 24-17 lead into the fourth quarter before ACU mounted a 10-point comeback and shutout the Texans in the final 15 minutes of the contest.
2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2009 LSC Division Champions • 2001, 2009 LSC Co-Champion
Conference
Overall: ACU, 13-8 Current win streak: ACU, 2 In Stephenville: ACU, 7-4 In Abilene: ACU, 6-4 Last Meeting: Sept. 1, 2011, Abilene Christian won, 27-24 Fowler vs. ACU: 0-2
Abilene Christian won, 49-7 Abilene Christian won, 56-14 Abilene Christian won, 35-21 Abilene Christian won, 57-15 Abilene Christian won, 38-18 Abilene Christian won, 20-10 Abilene Christian won, 23-17 Tarleton won, 33-31 Tarleton won, 14-9 Tarleton won, 15-13 Tarleton won, 52-7 Tarleton won, 12-8 Tarleton won, 41-7 Abilene Christian won, 31-14 Abilene Christian won, 18-7 Tarleton won, 37-36 Abilene Christian won, 70-63 Abilene Christian won, 37-17 Tarleton won, 13-6 Abilene Christian won, 65-3 Abilene Christian won, 27-24
History
Series Information
Nov. 3, 1973 Nov. 9, 1974 Nov. 8, 1975 Oct. 23, 1993 Oct. 21, 1995 Oct. 26, 1996 Oct. 25, 1997 Oct. 24, 1998 Oct. 23, 1999 Oct. 21, 2000 Oct. 20, 2001 Sept. 21, 2002 Sept. 20, 2003 Sept. 18, 2004 Oct. 22, 2005 Oct. 28, 2006 Oct. 27, 2007 Oct. 25, 2008 Oct. 24, 2009 Sept. 25, 2010 Sept. 1, 2011
W, 27-24 L, 23-17 W, 31-17 W, 31-17 W, 36-7 W, 28-18 L, 70-28 W, 40-28 W, 42-34 W, 61-16 L, 52-49
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SID Contact: Lance Fleming Office Phone: 325-674-2693 Email: flemingl@acu.edu SID Fax: 325-674-6798 Press Box Phone: 325-671-4673 Web Page: www.acusports.com
Defense Thor Woerner
McMurry 6 p.m. *Texas A&M-Kingsville 6 p.m. *Tarleton, Arlington 4 p.m. *at Angelo State, San Angelo 6 p.m. at Delta State, Cleveland, Miss. 6:30 p.m. *Eastern New Mexico 6 p.m. *at West Texas A&M, Canyon 6 p.m. *Midwestern State 2 p.m. *at Texas A&M-Commerce, Commerce 2 p.m. West Alabama 12 p.m. *at Incarnate Word, San Antonio 7 p.m.
Tarleton vs. Abilene Christian
SID Staff
Passing Mitchell Gale
Quarterback Mitchell Gale
Preview Staff Players Texan Opponents Football
General Information
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Eastern New Mexico General Information
Location: Portales, N.M. Founded: 1934 Enrollment: 5,080 Nickname: Greyhounds Colors: Green, Silver Conference: Lone Star Affiliation: NCAA Division II Stadium (Surface): Greyhound Stadium (Natural Grass) Capacity: 6,100 President: Dr. Steven G. Gamble Athletics Director: Dr. Jeff Geiser
Head Coach Josh Lynn
2012 Schedule
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
Team Information
2011 Record: 2-9, 1-7/8th LSC Conference Titles: 1 (1991) First Year (Overall four-year record): 1934 (338-348-16) Starters Returning: 10 (4 off, 6 def, 0 special) Lettermen Returning: 24 (13 off, 11 def, 0 special) Top Offensive Starters Returning: Wesley Wood, QB; Troy Harris, RB; Arvin Jackson, WR; Chase Kyser, WR. Top Defensive Starters Returning: Curtis Jackson, DB; Nick Jones, DB; Linvel Mosby, DB
Coaching Staff Head Coach: Josh Lynn Alma Mater: Eastern New Mexico ('02) Overall Record: 0-0 (1st year) Record at ENMU: same Office Phone: 505-562-2238 Assistant Coaches: Kelly Lee, OC; Oliver Soukup, DC; Bryan Wilson, WR; Ross Jenkins, WR; Scott Lewis, LB; Nick McBroom, DB; Brody Geiser
Three Academic All-Americans
SID Staff
SID Contact: Adam Pitterman Office Phone: 505-562-4309 Email: adam.pitterman@enmu.edu SID Fax: 505-562-4384 Press Box Phone: 505-562-2404 Web Page: www.goeasternathletics.com
Series Information
Overall: ENMU, 13-7 Current win streak: Tarleton, 1 In Stephenville: ENMU, 5-3 In Portales, N.M.: ENMU, 5-4 Last Meeting: Sept. 24, 2011, Tarleton won 34-28 in Blackwater Draw Fowler vs. ENMU: 1-1 Rushing Att. Yds. Avg. TD Troy Harris 128 557 2.0 6
Avg./G 23.5
Passing Wesley Wood
Att-Cmp-Int 442-287-13
Avg./G 246.5
Receiving Chase Kyser
Rec. Yds. Avg. TD Avg./G 44 493 11.2 5 44.8
Defense Nick Jones
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Yds. 2,711
Sept. 1 Sept. 8 Sept. 15 Sept. 22 Sept. 29 Oct. 6 Oct. 20 Oct. 27 Nov. 3 Nov. 10
all times CST
at New Mexico Highlands, Las Vegas N.M. TBA Sul Ross State TBA Incarnate Word, Irving TBA *at Tarleton, Stephenville 7 p.m. *Angelo State 1 p.m. *at Abilene Christian, Abilene TBA *West Texas A&M TBA *at Midwestern State, Wichita Falls TBA *Texas A&M-Commerce TBA *at Texas A&M-Kingsville, Kingsville TBA
2011 Schedule Sept. 3 Sept. 10 Sept. 17 Sept. 24 Oct. 1 Oct. 8 Oct. 15 Oct. 22 Oct. 29 Nov. 5 Nov. 12
Quarterback Wesley Wood
2-9 overall
New Mexico Highlands L, 43-36 *at Incarnate Word, San Antonio L, 28-41 at Oklahoma Panhandle, Goodwell, Okla. W, 2819 *Tarleton L, 28-19 *at Angelo State, San Angelo W, 23-21 *Abilene Christian L, 36-7 at Northwest Missouri State, Maryville, MO L, 65-20 *at West Texas A&M, Canyon L, 52-21 *Midwestern State L, 57-34 *at Texas A&M-Commerce, Commerce L, 60-28 *Texas A&M-Kingsville L, 23-10
Tarleton vs. Eastern New Mexico
Returning Stat Leaders
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TD 22
1961 1962 1963 Sept. 25, 1965 Oct. 29, 1983 Oct. 15, 1994 Oct. 14, 1995 Oct. 19, 1996 Oct. 18, 1997 Oct. 17, 1998 Oct. 16, 1999 Oct. 14, 2000 Oct. 13, 2001 Oct. 15, 2005 Oct. 21, 2006 Oct. 20, 2007 Oct. 18, 2008 Oct. 17, 2009 Nov. 13, 2010 Sept. 24, 2011
Eastern New Mexico won, 42-20 Eastern New Mexico won, 13-7 Eastern New Mexico won, 33-6 Eastern New Mexico won, 20-12 Eastern New Mexico won, 21-6 Eastern New Mexico won, 10-7 Eastern New Mexico won, 28-7 Eastern New Mexico won, 24-17 Eastern New Mexico won, 26-20 Eastern New Mexico won, 42-7 Eastern New Mexico won, 27-13 Eastern New Mexico won, 34-27 Tarleton won, 55-14 Tarleton won, 34-27 Tarleton won, 48-0 Tarleton won, 40-10 Tarleton won, 42-21 Tarleton won, 30-20 Eastern New Mexico won, 35-10 Tarleton won, 34-28
Series Notes
Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Home Home Home Away
• Tarleton has been in control of the series most recently, with seven wins in eight attempts. The Greyhounds victory in 2010 ended a sixUT AT TT TFL Sack INT PBU FF FR game stretch of Texan victories. The series dates back to 1961. 35 27 62 2/3 2.5/8 - 5 - • LAST MEETING - The Texans won a shootout in Blackwater Draw, N.M. as Tarleton came out on top 34-28 thanks to three passing touchdowns by Nick Stephens and four ENMU turnovers.
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West Texas A&M
Game 4 – Sept. 29, 2012
Team Information 2011 Record: 8-3, 6-2/3rd LSC Conference Titles: 4 (1986, 2005, 2006, 2007) First Year (Overall record): 1910 (468-485-22) Starters Returning: 15 (7 off, 6 def, 2 special) Lettermen Returning: 32 (15 off, 15 def, 2 special) Offensive Starters Returning: Dustin Vaughan, QB; Aaron Mullane, OL; Lance Ratliff, WR; Khiry Robinson, RB Defenive Starters Returning: Aaron Wampler, DL; Anthony Scott, LB; Taylor McCuller, LB; Kyle Voss, LB; Mark Okoro, DB;
Coaching Staff
Head Coach: Don Carthel Alma Mater: Eastern New Mexico ('74) Overall Record: 113-65-1 (17 years) Record at WTAMU: 67-19 (seven years) Office Phone: 806-651-4413 Assistant Coaches: Colby Carthel, DC; Jared May, WR; Joel Hinton, WR; Stephen Lee, OC/QB; Nick Paremski, recruiting/secondary; Wendell Davis, LB; Brandon Smith, LB; Matt Storm, OL; Charlie Burks, DB; Michael Byrne, RB; Caid Faske, DL; John Kenjura, WR; Rashad Sanders, DL; Jack Taylor, LB
2012 Schedule Aug. 30 Sept. 8 Sept. 15 Sept. 22 Sept. 29 Oct. 6 Oct. 13 Oct. 20 Oct. 27 Nov. 3 Nov. 10
at Colorado State-Pueblo, Pueblo, Colo. Western State *Texas A&M Kingsville, Arlington *at Incarnate Word, San Antonio *Tarleton *at Angelo State, San Angelo *Abilene Christian *at Eastern New Mexico, Portales, N.M. at West Georgia, Carrolton, Ga. *Midwestern State *at Texas A&M-Commerce, Commerce
2011 Schedule Sept. 1 Sept. 17 Sept. 24 Oct. 1 Oct. 8 Oct. 15 Oct. 22 Oct. 29 Nov. 5 Nov. 12 Nov. 27
7 p.m. 6 p.m. 8 p.m. 7 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 6 p.m. 2 p.m.
8-3 overall
Colorado State-Pueblo *Texas A&M Kingsville, Arlington *Incarnate Word *at Tarleton, Stephenville *Angelo State *at Abilene Christian, Abilene *Eastern New Mexico Central Washington *at Midwestern State, Wichita Falls *Texas A&M-Commerce Central Missouri, Topeka, Kan.
L, 26-24 W, 42-21 W, 52-7 W, 44-13 W, 19-7 L, 28-18 W, 52-21 W, 49-35 L, 35-21 W, 49-0 W, 26-7
Tarleton vs. West Texas A&M
Returning Stat Leaders Att. 103
Yds. 669
Avg. 6.1
TD 11
Avg./G 60.8
Passing Dustin Vaughan
Att-Cmp-Int 382-227-6
Yds. 3316
TD 25
Avg./G 301.5
Receiving Lance Ratliff
Rec. Yds. Avg. TD Avg./G 44 848 19.3 6 84.8
Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Away Away Home
Series Notes
• West Texas A&M has dominated the series for the past eight years, recording seven straight victories over Tarleton. The Texans’ last UT AT TT TFL Sack INT PBU FF FR victory against the Buffs came on Oct. 30, 2004 in a 34-14 contest. 24 46 70 3.5/7 - - 1 2 • LAST MEETING - WTAMU controlled the tempo early and never let up as 530 yards of total offense doomed Tarleton, 44-13.
2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2009 LSC Division Champions • 2001, 2009 LSC Co-Champion
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Rushing Khiry Robinson
Tarleton won, 16-15 Tarleton won, 36-7 Tarleton won, 28-27 West Texas A&M won, 59-33 West Texas A&M won, 46-23 Tarleton won, 27-17 West Texas A&M won, 31-17 West Texas A&M won, 35-6 West Texas A&M won, 7-6 Tarleton won, 43-19 Tarleton won, 62-3 Tarleton won, 42-17 Tarleton won, 42-27 Tarleton won, 34-14 West Texas A&M won, 30-26 West Texas A&M won, 21-16 West Texas A&M won, 39-14 West Texas A&M won, 51-0 West Texas A&M won, 31-25 West Texas A&M won, 48-17 West Texas A&M won, 44-13
Conference
Overall: West Texas A&M, 12-9 Current win streak: West Texas A&M, 7 In Stephenville: West Texas A&M, 6-5 In Canyon: West Texas A&M, 6-4 Last Meeting: Oct. 1, 2011, West Texas A&M won 44-13 in Stephenville Fowler vs. WTAMU: 0-2
Sept. 15, 1990 Oct. 31, 1992 Oct. 30, 1993 Oct. 29, 1994 Oct. 7, 1995 Oct. 12, 1996 Oct. 11, 1997 Oct. 10, 1998 Oct. 9, 1999 Oct. 7, 2000 Oct. 6, 2001 Nov. 2, 2002 Nov. 1, 2003 Oct. 30, 2004 Nov. 5, 2005 Nov. 11, 2006 Nov. 10, 2007 Nov. 8, 2008 Nov. 7, 2009 Oct. 9, 2010 Oct. 1, 2011
History
Series Information
Defense Taylor McCuller
Quarterback Dustin Vaughan
2011 Review
SID Staff
SID Contact: Kit Strief Office Phone: 806-651-4430 Email: kstrief@wtamu.edu SID Fax: 806-651-4409 Press Box Phone: 806-656-6139 Web Page: www.gobuffsgo.com
Head Coach Dan Carthel
Preview Staff Players Texan Opponents Football
General Information
Location: Canyon, Texas Founded: 1910 Enrollment: 7,843 Nickname: Buffaloes Colors: Maroon, White Conference: Lone Star Affiliation: NCAA Division II Stadium (Surface): Kimbrough Memorial Stadium (FieldTurf) Capacity: 20,000 President: Dr. Patrick O’Brien Athletics Director: Michael McBroom
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2001, 2009 LSC Champions
Delta State
Game 5 – Oct. 6, 2012
General Information
Location: Cleveland, Miss. Founded: 1924 Enrollment: 4,091 Nickname: Statesmen Colors: Green and White Conference: Gulf South Conference Affiliation: NCAA DII Stadium (Surface): Horace McCool Stadium (Natural Grass) Capacity: 8,000 President: Dr. John M. Hilpert Athletics Director: Jeremy McClain
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
Team Information
2011 Record: 11-3, 3-1/1st Overall GSC Conference Titles: 3 (2007, 2009, 2010) First Year (Overall record): 1926 (419-358-23) Starters Returning: 11 (5 off, 5 def, 1 special) Lettermen Returning: 26 (12 off, 13 def, 1 special) Offensive Starters Returning: Lavon Downs, WR; Erick Clayton, WR; Richard Freelon, RB; Kendall Hunter, OL; Will Kent, OL. Defensive Starters Returning: Ixavier Triplett, LB; Ken Griffin, LB; Mario Owens, DL; Trenton Warren, DB; Preston Felder, CB.
Coaching Staff
Head Coach: Jamey Chadwell Alma Mater: East Tennessee (‘00) Overall Record: 22-14 (three years) Record at Delta State: 1st year Office Phone: 662-846-4300 Assistant Coaches: Jim Beverly, OL; Chad Staggs, DC; Gabe Glardina OC/WR; Lanier Goethie, LB; Skylor Magee, DL; Newland Isaac, RB; Josh Miller, ST.
Three Academic All-Americans
SID Staff
SID Contact: Matt Jones Office Phone: 662-846-4284 Email: matt@deltastate.edu SID Fax: 662-846-4297 Press Box Phone: Web Page: www.gostatesmen.com
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Aug. 27 Sept. 1 Sept. 10 Sept. 17 Sept. 24 Oct. 1 Oct. 6 Oct. 13 Oct. 22 Nov. 5 Nov. 12 Nov. 26 Dec. 3 Dec. 10
Elizabeth City State W, 28-21 OT at Northwestern State L, 24-23 at Fort Valley State W, 27-7 at Arkansas Tech, Russellville, Ark. W, 47-32 at Henderson State, Arkadelphia, Ark. W, 34-31 Ouachita Baptist W, 45-14 Arkansas-Monticello W, 34-20 *at North Alabama, Florence, Ala. W, 30-24 OT *Valdosta State W, 36-33 *West Alabama W, 36-34 *at West Georgia, Carrollton, Ga. L 39-35 *North Alabama W, 42-14 North Greenville W, 28-23 at Pittsburg State, Pittsburg, Kan. L, 49-23
2011 Schedule
11-3 overall
• Tarleton and Delta State have never met in the history of either program. • This contest will be part of the Lone Star Conference and Gulf South Conference 1st and 10 Challenge. Each member of both conferences will host one game and travel to play different members of the opposing conference.
Avg./G 50
Passing Att-Cmp-Int Yds. TD Avg./G None - - - -
74
Fort Valley State 12 p.m. at Elizabeth City State, Elizabeth City, NC 6 p.m. *North Alabama 6 p.m. Abilene Christian 6 p.m. at Tarleton, Stephenville 7 p.m. *West Georgia 6 p.m. *at Valdosta State, Valdosta Ga. 3 p.m. *West Alabama 4 p.m. at Indianapolis, Indianapolis, In. 6 p.m. at Shorter College, Rome, Ga. 2 p.m.
Series Notes
Returning Stat Leaders
Defense Ixavier Triplett
2012 Schedule
Sept. 1 Sept. 8 Sept. 22 Sept. 27 Oct. 6 Oct. 13 Oct. 20 Oct. 27 Nov. 3 Nov. 10
Tarleton vs. Delta State
Series Information
Receiving Lavon Downs
Linebacker Ixavier Triplett
First Meeting
Overall: 0-0 Current win streak: N/A In Stephenville: N/A In Cleveland, Miss.: N/A Last Meeting: N/A Fowler vs. Delta State: 0-0
Rushing Att. Yds. Avg. TD Richard Freelon 125 700 5.6 8
Head Coach Jamey Chadwell
Rec. Yds. Avg. TD Avg./G 27 433 16.0 3 30.9
• Delta State has been a historical powerhouse in college football and last year was no exception. The Statesmen lost in the NCAA Division II Semifinals to Pittsburg State, the eventual National Champions, 49-23. In 2010, Delta State fell in the championship game, a heartbreaking 20-17 loss to Minnesota-Duluth. • Tarleton dropped their lone contest against the Gulf South Conference in 2011, when it fell to West Alabama, 42-35, in Livingston, Ala.
• The Statesmen enter the season with a No. 14 ranking overall in the UT AT TT TFL Sack INT PBU FF FR NCAA preseason poll. They were also picked to finish third in the 34 48 82 10/48 2.5/18 1 4 4 2 Gulf South Conference behind Valdosta State and West Alabama.
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Texas A&M-Commerce
Game 6 – Oct. 13, 2012
Head Coach Guy Morriss
Linebacker Matt Claggett
2012 Schedule
Team Information
2011 Record: 1-9, 1-7/T8th LSC Overall Conference Titles: 21 (most recent - 1966, 1969, 1972, 1983, 1990) First Year (Overall record): 1914 (474-389-31) Starters Returning: 13 (6 off, 6 def, 1 special) Lettermen Returning: 45 Offensive Starters Returning: Travis Zacharie, RB; Ryan Lusby, QB; Kevin Bevans, WR; Tyler Rawlings, WR; Seth Smith, WR, Aaron Wingfield, WR. Defenive Starters Returning: Matt Claggett, LB; Danny Mason, LB; Joel Wren, DB; Marcus Fore, DB; Tevin Moore, DL; Dre Dunbar, DB; Alan Beatty, DB; Jeremy Dotson, DL.
Sept. 1 Sept. 8 Sept. 13 Sept. 29 Oct. 6 Oct. 13 Oct. 20 Oct. 27 Nov. 3 Nov. 10
Southeastern Oklahoma at UT-San Antonio, San Antonio *Midwestern State *Texas A&M-Kingsville *at Incarnate Word, San Antonio *Tarleton *at Angelo State, San Angelo *Abilene Christian *at Eastern New Mexico, Portales, N.M. *West Texas A&M
2011 Schedule
6 p.m. 1 p.m. 7 p.m. 6 p.m. 7 p.m. 6 p.m. 4 p.m. 2 p.m. 2 p.m. 2 p.m.
1-9 overall
SID Staff
Tarleton vs. Texas A&M Commerce
Coaching Staff
Series Information
Returning Stat Leaders
Rushing Att. Yds. Avg. TD Avg./G Travis Zacharie 22 73 3.3 0 10.4 TD 1
Avg./G 21.3
Home Away Home Away Home Away Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Away Home Away Home
Series Notes
Passing Ryan Lusby
Att-Cmp-Int 40-19-3
Receiving Kevin Bevans
Rec. Yds. Avg. TD Avg./G 38 373 9.8 2 53.3
Defense Matt Claggett
UT AT TT TFL Sack INT PBU FF FR • LAST MEETING - Tarleton tamed the Lions once again in a 54-27 victory at Memorial Stadium. Courtney Vaughn rushed for 117 yards and two 28 39 67 7/25 1.5/11 - 2 1 touchdowns in the game.
• For the second straight year, Tarleton won the “President’s Trophy”, which goes to the winner of the Tarleton/A&M-Commerce game. The competition started in 2010 and the Texans have won both times. • After the Lions had early control of the series, the Texans took over and have dominated A&M-Commerce in recent contests. Tarleton has won 10 of the past 11 games.
2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2009 LSC Division Champions • 2001, 2009 LSC Co-Champion
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Yds. 64
Texas A&M-Commerce won, 41-0 Texas A&M-Commerce won, 24-10 Texas A&M-Commerce won, 27-6 Texas A&M-Commerce won, 42-13 Texas A&M-Commerce won, 45-7 Texas A&M-Commerce won, 49-13 Texas A&M-Commerce won, 48-3 Texas A&M-Commerce won, 56-17 Tarleton won, 49-21 Tarleton won, 35-30 Tarleton won, 27-23 Tarleton won, 9-7 Tarleton won, 34-24 Tarleton won, 42-16 Tarleton won, 17-7 Texas A&M-Commerce won, 14-13 Tarleton won, 24-7 Tarleton won, 34-31 Tarleton won, 54-27
Conference
Overall: Tarleton, 11-10 Current win streak: Tarleton, 3 In Stephenville: Tarleton, 6-4 In Commerce : Tied, 5-6 Last Meeting: Oct. 15, 2011, Tarleton won 54-27 Fowler vs. Commerce: 2-0
Nov. 21, 1970 Nov. 20, 1971 Nov. 18, 1972 Nov. 17, 1973 Nov. 23, 1974 Nov. 22, 1975 Nov. 11, 1995 Nov. 16, 1996 Nov. 15, 1997 Nov. 14, 1998 Nov. 13, 1999 Nov. 11, 2000 Nov. 10, 2001 Sept.4, 2004 Sept. 5, 2005 Sept. 23, 2006 Sept. 22, 2007 Oct. 16, 2010 Oct. 15, 2011
L, 15-14 L, 63-17 L, 39-33 L, 39-21 L, 23-22 L, 54-27 L, 45-14 L, 40-28 W, 60-28 L, 49-0
History
SID Contact: Rand Champioin Office Phone: 903-886-5131 Email: Rand_Champion@tamu-commerce.edu SID Fax: 903-468-3033 Press Box Phone: 903-468-6089 Web Page: www.lionathletics.com
at Upper Iowa, Fayette, Iowa *Midwestern State, Arlington Ouachita Baptist *at Texas A&M-Kingsville, Kingsville *Incarnate Word *at Tarleton, Stephenville *Angelo State *at Abilene Christian, Abilene *Eastern New Mexico *at West Texas A&M, Canyon
2011 Review
Head Coach: Guy Morriss Alma Mater: Texas Christian (‘72) Overall Record: 36-76 (10 years) Record at A&M-C: 9-22 (three years) Office Phone: 903-886-5564 Assistant Coaches: Dan Lounsbury, OC; Brian Williams, DC; Rod West, DB; Andrew Raiden, TE;
Sept. 3 Sept. 17 Sept. 22 Oct. 1 Oct. 8 Oct. 15 Oct. 22 Oct. 29 Nov. 5 Nov. 12
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General Information
Location: Commerce, Texas Founded: 1889 Enrollment: 11,000 Nickname: Lions Colors: Blue & Gold Conference: Lone Star Affiliation: NCAA Division II Stadium (Surface):Memorial Stadium (ProPlay) Capacity: 10,000 President: Dr. Dan Jones Athletics Director: Carlton Cooper
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Texas A&M-Kingsville General Information
Location: Kingsville, Texas Founded: 1925 Enrollment: 6,610 Nickname: Javelinas Colors: Blue, Gold Conference: Lone Star Affiliation: NCAA Division II Stadium (Surface): Javelina Stadium (Natural Grass) Capacity: 15,000 President: Dr. Steven Tallant Athletics Director: Brian DeAngelis
Head Coach Bo Atterberry
Four-Time LSC Division Championships Three Academic All-Americans
2011 Record: 6-5, 4-4/5th LSC Conference Titles: 27 (most recent - 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2009) First Year (Overall record): 1925 (547-268-16) Starters Returning: 17 (9 off, 6 def, 2 special) Lettermen Returning: 42 (20 off, 18 def, 4 special) Offensive Starters Returning: Nate Popell, QB; Jonathan Woodson, RB; Robert Armstrong, WR; Sherman Batiste, WR; Christian Taylor, WR; Chris Hudgins, OL; Devin Shaw, OL; Keenan Woods, OL Defensive Starters Returning: Zane Brown, DT; Marquis Singleton, DE; Jeremy Aguilar, LB; Angelo Looney, RV; Robert McCormick, FS; Rockeem Collins, SS
Coaching Staff Head Coach: Bo Atterberry Alma Mater: Southeastern Oklahoma (‘98) Overall Record: 35-22 (five years) Record at TAMUK: Same Office Phone: 361-593-2411 Assistant Coaches: Clay Patterson, OC; David Calloway, DC; Jaime Martinez, OL; Kyle Pool, LB; Joe Barron, RB; Tim Byerly, TE; Daniel Oelschlegel, grad. asst.; Jordan Stack, grad. asst.
SID Staff
Series Information
Overall: TAMUK, 19-6 Current win streak: Tarleton, 1 In Stephenville: TAMUK, 9-3 In Kingsville: TAMUK, 10-3 Last Meeting: Oct. 22, 2011,Tarleton won 41-34 in Kingsville Fowler vs. TAMUK: 1-1
Rushing Att. Jonathon Woodson 161 Passing Nate Poppell
Yds. 1,017
Avg. 6.3
TD 9
Avg./G 92.5
Att-Cmp-Int 168-96-6
Yds. 1,102
TD 9
Avg./G 183.7
Receiving Rec. Yds. Avg. TD Avg./G Robert Armstrong 51 626 12.3 8 69.6 Defense Jeremy Aguilar
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Sept. 1 Sept. 8 Sept. 15 Sept. 22 Sept. 29 Oct. 6 Oct. 13 Oct. 20 Oct. 27 Nov. 1 Nov. 10
Central Washington 7 p.m. *at Abilene Christian, Abilene 6 p.m. *West Texas A&M, Arlington 8 p.m. *Midwestern State 7 p.m. *at Texas A&M-Commerce, Commerce 6 p.m. North Alabama 7 p.m. *Incarnate Word 7 p.m. *at Tarleton, Stephenville 6 p.m. *Angelo State 7 p.m. *at Valdosta State, Valdosta, Ga. 6:30 p.m. *Eastern New Mexico 7 p.m.
2011 Schedule
Sept. 2 Sept. 10 Sept. 17 Sept. 24 Oct. 1 Oct. 8 Oct. 15 Oct. 22 Oct. 29 Nov. 5 Nov. 12
6-5 overall
at Central Washington, Ellensburg, Wash. W, 21-10 Minot State W, 19-7 *West Texas A&M, Arlington L, 42-21 *at Midwestern State, Wichita Falls L, 44-38 *Texas A&M-Commerce W, 39-21 Lindenwood L, 41-35 *at Incarnate Word, San Antonio W, 41-38 *Tarleton L, 41-34 *at Angelo State, San Angelo W, 36-33 (OT) *Abilene Christian L, 42-34 *at Eastern New Mexico, Portales, NM W, 23-10
Tarleton vs. Texas A&M Kingsville
SID Contact: TBA Office Phone: 361-593-2870 Email: TBA SID Fax: 361-593-3488 Press Box Phone: 361-593-2594 Web Page: http://www.javelinaathletics.com
Returning Stat Leaders
Running back Jonathon Woodson
2012 Schedule
Team Information
68 All-Americans
Game 7 – Oct. 20, 2012
Oct. 31, 1970 Oct. 30, 1971 Oct. 28, 1972 Oct. 27, 1973 Nov. 2, 1974 Nov. 1, 1975 Oct. 22, 1994 Sept. 30, 1995 Oct. 5, 1996 Oct. 4, 1997 Oct. 3, 1998 Oct. 2, 1999 Sept. 30, 2000 Sept. 29, 2001 Sept. 28, 2002 Sept. 27, 2003 Nov. 22, 2003 Oct. 1, 2005 Oct. 7, 2006 Oct. 6, 2007 Oct. 4, 2008 Oct. 3, 2009 Nov. 14, 2009 Oct. 23, 2010 Oct. 22, 2011
A&M-Kingsville won, 37-20 A&M-Kingsville won, 13-7 A&M-Kingsville won, 33-7 Tarleton won, 34-33 A&M-Kingsville won, 51-7 A&M-Kinsgville won, 28-0 A&M-Kingsville won, 61-24 A&M-Kingsville won, 51-0 A&M-Kingsville won, 40-10 A&M-Kingsville won, 43-14 A&M-Kingsville won, 42-7 Tarleton won, 23-7 A&M-Kingsville won, 31-19 A&M-Kingsville won, 23-20 A&M-Kingsville won, 16-3 A&M-Kingsville won, 23-15 A&M-Kingsville won, 34-10 (Playoffs) A&M-Kingsville won, 24-21 Tarleton won, 23-0 Tarleton won, 31-21 A&M-Kingsville won, 27-16 A&M-Kingsville won, 34-20 Tarleton won, 57-56 2OT (Playoffs) A&M-Kingsville won, 13-10 Tarleton won, 41-34
Series Notes
Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Away Home Away Home Home Away Home Away
UT AT TT TFL Sack INT PBU FF FR • LAST MEETING - The Texans spoiled the Javelina’s homecoming last year with a 41-34 victory at Kingsville. Nick Stephens threw for 40 51 91 14/54 3.5/24 1-11 5 - four touchdowns in the come-from-behind upset.
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Incarnate Word
Game 8 – Oct. 27, 2012
Team Information
2011 Record: 2-8, 2-6/T-6th LSC Conference Titles: None First Year (Overall four-year record):2009 (10-21) Starters Returning: 21 (10 off, 10 def, 7 special) Lettermen Returning: Top Offensive Starters Returning:Jake Robey, LT; Charles Segura, RG; Caleb Kocian, TE; Dominic Hamilton, WR; Trent Rios, RB; Eric Massoni, QB; Donald Gies, FB; Jayson Hierholzer, OL; Andrew Mocio, TE; Payden Lynch, QB; Jacob Love, WR. Top Defensive Starters Returning: Diego McClain, DT; Tyler Fields, LB; Dakota Mawyer, LB; Devan Avery, CB; Chaz Pavliska, S; Todd Lyons, S; Devin Haywood, S; Robbie Horton, DL; Juan Asencio, LB.
Head Coach Larry Kennan
Running back Trent Rios
2012 Schedule
Sept. 1 Sept. 8 Sept. 14 Sept. 22 Sept. 29 Oct. 6 Oct. 13 Oct. 20 Oct. 27 Nov. 3 Nov. 10
Texas College 7 p.m. at Sam Houston State, Huntsville 6 p.m. *Eastern New Mexico, Arlington 3:30 p.m. *West Texas A&M 7 p.m. *at Midwestern State, Wichita Falls 7 p.m. *Texas A&M Commerce 7 p.m. *at Texas A &M-Kingsville, Kingsville 7 p.m. *McMurry 7 p.m. *Tarleton 7 p.m. *at Angelo State, San Angelo 2 p.m. *Abilene Christian 7 p.m.
2011 Schedule
2-8 overall
SID Staff
Tarleton vs. Incarnate Word Nov. 6, 2010 Oct. 29, 2011
Returning Stat Leaders
Att. Yds. Avg. TD Avg./G 196 686 3.5 10 76.2
Passing Paden Lynch
Att-Cmp-Int 177-109-8
Yds. 1102
TD 8
Avg./G 183.7
• The Cardinals opened their football program in 2009 and finished 5-5 overall. UIW went 1-1 against Lone Star Conference teams in its first season, losing to Midwestern State (49-7) while defeating East Central (38-20). • UIW is looking to make the jump to Division I in the near future, but will compete in the LSC until that move. • This will be the first time Tarleton has played in Gayle and Tom Benson Stadium on the campus of Incarnate Word in San Antonio.
• LAST MEETING - The Texans defeated the Cardinals by a 48-10 margin in Stephenville in front of 5,517 fans. Tarleton scored in a Rec. Yds. Avg. TD Avg./G variety of fashions with passing, rushing, and defensive touchdowns, 38 556 14.6 4 55.6 as well as field goals. The Texans out-gained the Cardinals offenUT AT TT TFL Sack INT PBU FF FR sively 523 yards to 333 total yards. 51 37 88 3.5-21 - 3-127 3 3 -
2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2009 LSC Division Champions • 2001, 2009 LSC Co-Champion
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Rushing Trent Rios
• The Texans have won both contests in the short-lived series with the Cardinals. Incarnate Word joined the Lone Star Conference in 2010 after just two years have having a football program.
Conference
Overall: Tarleton, 2-0 Current win streak: Tarleton, 2 In Stephenville: Tarleton, 2-0 In San Antonio: First Meeting Last Meeting: Oct. 29, 2011, Tarleton won 48-10 in San Antonio Fowler vs. UIW: 2-0
Defense Juan Asencio
Home Home
Series Notes
Series Information
Receiving Jacob Love
Tarleton won, 41-27 Tarleton won, 48-10
History
SID Contact: Shane Meling Office Phone: 210-829-3828 Email: meling@uiwtx.edu SID Fax: 210-892-3825 Press Box Phone: 210-930-8760 Web Page: www.cardinalathletics.com
East Central Oklahoma L, 31-21 Eastern New Mexico W, 41-28 at Lamar, Beaumont L, 45-35 *at West Texas A&M, Canyon L, 52-7 *Midwestern State L, 45-14 *at Texas A&M Commerce, Commerce W, 23-22 *Texas A &M-Kingsville L, 41-38 *at Tarleton, Stephenville L, 48-10 *Angelo State L, 34-14 *at Abilene Christian, Abilene L, 61-16
2011 Review
Head Coach: Larry Kennan Alma Mater: University of La Verne Overall Record: 24-18-3 (three years) Record at UIW: 0-0 (1st year) Office Phone: 210-805-3011 Assistant Coaches: Tony Marciano, OC/OL; Todd Ivicic, DC/ST; Kyle Kennan, DO/WR; Nick DeBose, DB; Brian Gamble, DL; Mike Briglin, RB; Larry Moore, TE; Jake Zweig, ST.
Sept. 3 Sept. 10 Sept. 17 Sept. 24 Oct. 1 Oct. 8 Oct. 15 Oct. 29 Nov. 5 Nov. 12
Coaching Staff
Preview Staff Players Texan Opponents Football
General Information
Location: San Antonio, Texas Founded: 1881 Enrollment: 8,445 Nickname: Cardinals Colors: Red, Black, White Conference: Lone Star Affiliation: NCAA Division II Stadium (Surface): Gayle and Tom Benson Stadium (Hellas Matrix) Capacity:6,000 President: Dr. Louis J. Agnese Jr. Athletics Director: Mark Papich
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North Alabama
Game 9 – Nov. 3, 2012
General Information
Location: Florence, Alabama Founded: 1830 Enrollment: 7,300 Nickname: Lions Colors: Purple and Gold Conference: Gulf South Affiliation: NCAA Division II Stadium (Surface): Braly Municipal Stadium Capacity: 14,215 President: Dr. William Cale Athletics Director: Mark Linder
Head Coach Bobby Wallace
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
Team Information
2011 Record: 9-3, 2-2/T-2nd GSC Postseason: First Year (Overall four-year record): 1949 (416-246-16) Starters Returning: 6 (1 off, 2 def, 3 special) Lettermen Returning: 28 (11 off, 14 def, 3 special) Top Offensive Starters Returning: Chris Alexander, QB; Chris Coffey, RB; Jason Smith, WR; Daniel Almon, WR. Top Defensive Starters Returning: Rod Woodson, DB; Brian Allen, DT; Richie Mata’afa, LB; Taylor Carney, DL.
Coaching Staff Head Coach: Bobby Wallace Alma Mater: Mississippi State (‘76) Overall Record: 127-137-1 (23 years) Record at UNA: 82-36-1 (10 years) Office Phone: (256) 765-4397 Assistant Coaches: Cody Gross, OC/QB; Steadman Campbell, RB; Scott Harper, OL; Cornelius Williams, WR; Chris Willis, DC/LB; Blake Farris, DB; Brett Borden, DL; Mike King, ST.
Three Academic All-Americans
SID Staff
SID Contact: Jeff Hodges Office Phone: (256) 765-4595 Email: sportsinformation@una.edu SID Fax: (256) 765- 4895 Press Box Phone: (256) 765-5576 Web Page: www.roarlions.com
2012 Schedule
all times CST
2011 Schedule
9-3 overall
Sept. 2 Sept. 8 Sept. 15 Sept. 22 Oct. 6 Oct. 13 Oct. 20 Oct. 27 Nov. 3 Nov. 10 Sept. 1 Sept. 10 Sept. 17 Sept. 24 Oct. 1 Oct. 8 Oct. 13 Oct. 27 Nov. 5 Nov. 12 Nov. 19 Nov. 26
at Miles College, Birmingham, Ala. 6 p.m. Harding 6 p.m. Kentucky Christian University 6 p.m. *at Delta State, Cleveland, Miss. TBA *Shorter 6 p.m. at Texas A&M-Kingsville, Kingsville 7 p.m. *Valdosta State 6 p.m. *at West Georgia, Carrollton, Ga. 1 p.m. Tarleton 6 p.m. *at West Alabama, Livingston, Ala. TBA
Central Oklahoma Glenville State Abilene Christian, Arlington Harding at Southern Arkansas, Magnolia, Ark. at Arkansas Tech, Russelville, Ark. *Delta State *at West Alabama, Livingston, Ala. *West Georgia *at Valdosta State, Valdosta, Ga. *at West Alabama, Livingston, Ala. *at Delta State, Cleveland, Miss.
W, 31-10 W, 48-21 W, 23-17 W, 28-20 W, 42-14 W, 44-10 L, 30-24 L, 31-26 W, 28-3 W, 30-23 W, 43-27 L, 42-14
Tarleton vs. North Alabama First Meeting
Series Information
Series Notes
Overall: 0-0 Current win streak: N/A In Stephenville: N/A In Florence, Ala.: N/A Last Meeting: First Meeting Fowler vs. UNA: N/A
• The Texans and the Lions have never met before in either program’s history. • North Alabama’s stadium in Florence, Ala. is the site of the NCAA Division II National Championsip each year.
Returning Stat Leaders
68 All-Americans
Running back Chris Coffey
• This year’s contest will be the second of a two-game series as part of the LSC/Gulf South 1st and 10 Challenge.
Rushing Chris Coffey
Att. 83
Yds. 307
Avg. 3.7
TD 8
Avg./G 25.6
Passing Chris Alexander
Att-Cmp-Int 17-14-1
Yds. 208
TD 3
Avg./G 69.3
Receiving Jason Smith
Rec. Yds. Avg. TD Avg./G 38 537 14.1 4 44.8
Defense Rod Woodson
UT AT TT TFL Sack INT PBU FF FR • Head coach Bobby Wallace led the Lions to three consecutive na24 26 50 1/1 - - 6 1 - tional championships in the 1990’s in his first stint as the head coach.
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• The Lions were tagged to finish fourth in the GSC this year, according to the preaseason poll. They also received votes in the Division II national poll as well, but will be unranked heading into the season for the first time since 2005. • Last year, North Alabama went 9-3 and finished as the No. 14 team in the nation overall.
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Angelo State
Game 10 – Nov. 12, 2011 Location: San Angelo, Texas Founded: 1928 Enrollment: 7,048 Nickname: Rams Colors: Blue and Gold Conference: Lone Star Affiliation: NCAA Division II Stadium (Surface): San Angelo Stadium (Safe Play Plus) Capacity: 17,500 President: Dr. Joseph C. Rallo Athletics Director: Sean Johnson
Head Coach Will Wagner
2012 Schedule
Team Information
2011 Record: 5-6, 2-6/T6th LSC Overall Postseason: First Year (Overall record): 1964 (281-214-5) Starters Returning: 9 (5 off, 4 def, 1 special) Letterwinners Returning: 38 (18 off, 19 def, 1 special) Offensive Starters Returning: Austin Sumrall, OL; Blake Hamblin, QB; Blake Smith, RB; C.J. Akins, WR. Defenive Starters Returning: Paul Mason, RS; Kyle Patterson, DT; Alvin Johnson, S; Rush Seaver, LB.
Western State Chadron State Valdosta State, Arlington (Cowboys Stadium) *Abilene Christian *at Eastern New Mexico, Portales, N.M. *West Texas A&M *at Midwestern State, Witchita Falls *Texas A&M-Commerce *at Texas A&M-Kingsville, Kingsville *Incarnate Word *at Tarleton, Stephenville
Sept. 3 Sept. 10 Sept. 17 Sept. 24 Oct. 1 Oct. 8 Oct. 15 Oct. 22 Oct. 29 Nov. 5 Nov. 12
at Western State, Gunnison, Colo. at Chadron State, Chadron Neb. *Central Oklahoma *at Abilene Christian, Abilene *Eastern New Mexico *at West Texas A&M, Canyon *Midwestern State *at Texas A&M-Commerce, Commerce *Texas A&M-Kingsville *at Incarnate Word, San Antonio *Tarleton State
Head Coach: Will Wagner Alma Mater: Hardin-Simmons Overall Record: 5-6 (one year) Record at ASU: Same Office Phone: 325-942-2264 Assistant Coaches: Theron Aych, Asst. HC/OC; Mike Walton, DC; Drew Dallas, WR; Jay Ellers, OL; Gary SalgadoDE/ST; Pierce Holt, Asst. Coach.
SID Staff SID Contact: Brandon Ireton Office Phone: 325-942-2378 Email: brandon.ireton@angelo.edu SID Fax: 325-942-2298 Press Box Phone: 325-947-3893 Web Page: www.angelosports.com
2 p.m. 2 p.m. 12 p.m. 6 p.m. 3 p.m. 6 p.m. 7 p.m. 4 p.m. 7 p.m. 2 p.m. 7 p.m.
5-6 overall
W, 35-12 W, 49-42 W, 20-0 L, 31-17 L, 23-21 L, 19-7 L, 68-20 W, 45-14 L, 36-33 W, 34-14 L,, 28-23
Tarleton vs. Angelo State
Returning Stat Leaders Att. 112
Yds. 402
Avg. 3.6
TD 4
Avg./G 36.5
Passing Blake Hamblin
Att-Cmp-Int 198-118-3
Yds. 1443
TD 9
Avg./G 240.5
Receiving Rec. Yds. Avg. TD Avg./G C.J. Akins 36 645 17.9 2
64.5
Series Notes
• Even though the overall series is tied at 14-14, the Texans have won UT AT TT TFL Sack INT PBU FF FR 10 straight contests, five of which took place in San Angelo. 30 39 69 1/3 - 1 6 1 • LAST MEETING - Tarleton rallied late and snuck past the Rams for a 28-23 victory, ending the 2011 season with five straight wins.
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Rushing Blake Smith
Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Away Away Home Away Home Away Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Home Away
Conference
Overall: Tied 14-14 Current win streak: Tarleton, 10 In Stephenville: Tarleton, 8-4 In San Angelo: Angelo, 10-6 Last Meeting: Nov. 12, 2011, Tarleton won 28-23 in San Angelo Fowler vs. ASU: 2-0
Tarleton won, 54-14 Tarleton won, 44-8 Angelo won, 34-20 Tarleton won, 24-10 Angelo won, 40-14 Angelo won, 43-0 Angelo won, 42-13 Angelo won, 28-7 Angelo won, 32-6 Angelo won, 55-7 Angelo won, 36-10 Angelo won, 52-42 Angelo won, 35-7 Tarleton won, 42-38 Angelo won, 47-13 Angelo won, 24-16 Angelo won, 27-17 Angelo won, 45-25 Tarleton won, 41-7 Tarleton won, 38-0 Tarleton won, 40-9 Tarleton won, 30-17 Tarleton won, 41-10 Tarleton won, 38-10 Tarleton won, 31-24 Tarleton won, 21-14 Tarleton won, 37-34 Tarleton won, 28-23
History
Series Information
Nov. 13, 1965 Nov. 12, 1966 Oct. 28, 1967 Nov. 2, 1968 Nov. 1, 1969 Oct. 3, 1970 Oct. 2, 1971 Sept. 30, 1972 Sept. 29, 1973 Oct. 5, 1974 Oct. 1, 1975 Oct. 1, 1994 Oct. 28, 1995 Nov. 2, 1996 Nov. 1, 1997 Oct. 31, 1998 Oct. 30, 1999 Oct. 28, 2000 Oct. 27, 2001 Sept. 14, 2002 Sept. 13, 2003 Oct. 29, 2005 Nov. 04, 2006 Nov. 03, 2007 Oct. 30, 2008 Oct. 31, 2009 Oct. 2, 2010 Nov. 12, 2011
2011 Review
Sept. 1 Sept. 8 Sept. 15 Sept. 22 Sept. 29 Oct. 6 Oct. 13 Oct. 20 Oct. 27 Nov. 3 Nov. 10
2011 Schedule
Coaching Staff
Defense Alvin Johnson
Safety Alvin Johnson
Preview Staff Players Texan Opponents Football
General Information
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2001, 2009 LSC Champions
In Memory of...
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
Members of the Texan Family we lost this year
Dr. Ron Newsome
68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
The Voice of the Texans
#76 Cody Stephens
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Series Records San Angelo Stephenville San Angelo
W, 21-14 W, 37-34 W, 28-23
5432 6832 4721
Arkansas-Monticello Series Started – 1978 Sept. 23, 1978 at Monticello, Ark. W, 10-7 Nov. 9, 1991 Stephenville L, 35-21 Nov. 7, 1992 at Monticello, Ark. L, 39-32 Aug. 27, 2009 Stephenville W, 45-16
2-2-0
Arkansas Tech 1964 N/A 1965 N/A Oct. 22, 1966 N/A 1967 N.A 1968 N/A 1969 N/A
2-4-0
Series Started – 1964 L, 16-7 L, 10-0 W, 21-7 L, 27-19 L, 17-14 W, 19-17
3100 1750 5348
University
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2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2009 LSC Division Champions • 2001, 2009 LSC Co-Champion
History
Austin College Series Started – 1977 11-16-0 Oct. 8, 1977 Sherman W, 21-13 Sept. 8, 1978 Stephenville W, 24-7 Oct. 14, 1978 Sherman W, 3-0 Sept. 8, 1979 Sherman L, 17-13 Oct. 13, 1979 Stephenville L, 34-20 Sept. 20, 1980 Stephenville L, 23-13 Oct. 25, 1980 Sherman L, 23-7 Sept. 26, 1981 Sherman L, 50-7 Oct. 31, 1981 Stephenville L, 30-21 Oct. 9, 1982 Sherman L, 28-18 Nov. 13, 1982 Stephenville L, 10-7 Oct. 8, 1983 Stephenville L, 17-3 200 Nov. 12, 1983 Sherman L, 34-0 Oct. 20, 1984 Sherman L, 24-0 1669 Nov. 10, 1984 Stephenville L, 20-19 2000 Oct. 19, 1985 Stephenville W, 24-21 1500 Nov. 9, 1985 Sherman L, 23-3 Oct. 18, 1986 Sherman W, 27-10 14869 Nov. 8, 1986 Stephenville W, 38-21 3300 Oct. 24, 1987 Stephenville W, 42-0 4000 Nov. 14, 1987 Sherman W, 35-17 Oct. 8, 1988 Sherman L, 32-17 3596 Nov. 12, 1988 Stephenville L, 33-15 4100 Oct. 7, 1989 Stephenville W, 20-6 3218 Nov. 11, 1989 Sherman W, 16-10 3500 Sept. 29, 1990 Stephenville W, 20-17 4050 Sept. 28, 1991 Sherman L, 10-7 2100
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Angelo State Series Started – 1965 14-14-0 Nov. 13, 1965 San Angelo W, 54-14 Nov. 12, 1966 Stephenville W, 44-8 Oct. 28, 1967 San Angelo L, 34-20 Nov. 2, 1968 Stephenville W, 24-10 Nov. 1, 1969 San Angelo L, 40-14 Oct. 3, 1970 Stephenville L, 43-0 Oct. 2, 1971 San Angelo L, 42-13 Sept. 30, 1972 Stephenville L, 28-7 Sept. 29, 1973 San Angelo L, 32-6 Oct. 5, 1974 Stephenville L, 55-7 Oct. 4, 1975 San Angelo L, 36-10 Oct. 1, 1994 San Angelo L, 52-42 6000 Oct. 28, 1995 San Angelo L, 35-7 7850 Nov. 2, 1996 Stephenville W, 42-38 1800 Nov. 1, 1997 San Angelo L, 47-13 8000 Oct. 31, 1998 Stephenville L, 24-16 1200 Oct. 30, 1999 San Angelo L, 27-17 5000 Nov. 18, 2000 San Angelo L, 45-25 2750 Oct. 27, 2001 Stephenville W, 41-7 4000 Sept. 14, 2002 San Angelo W, 38-0 6200 Sept. 13, 2003 Stephenville W, 40-9 3284 Oct. 29, 2005 San Angelo W, 30-17 8594 Nov. 4, 2006 Stephenville W, 41-10 5763 Nov. 3, 2007 San Angelo W, 38-10 6500 Oct. 30, 2008 Stephenville W, 31-24 6,314
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Opponent Series Started Score Att. Abilene Christian Series Started – 1973 8-13-0 Nov. 3, 1973 Stephenville L, 49-7 Nov. 9, 1974 Abilene L, 56-14 Nov. 8, 1975 Stephenville L, 35-21 Oct. 23, 1993 Abilene L, 57-15 9500 Oct. 21, 1995 Abilene L, 38-18 8450 Oct. 26, 1996 Stephenville L, 20-10 5150 Oct. 15, 1997 Abilene L. 23-17 8000 Oct. 24, 1998 Stephenville W, 33-31 4800 Oct. 23, 1999 Abilene W, 14-9 8500 Oct. 21, 2000 Stephenville W, 15-13 3700 Oct. 20, 2001 Abilene W, 52-7 9672 Sept. 21, 2002 Stephenville W, 12-9 6200 Sept. 20, 2003 Abilene W, 41-7 6500 Sept. 18, 2004 Stephenville L, 31-14 6018 Oct. 22, 2005 Stephenville L, 18-7 4762 Oct. 21, 2006 Abilene W, 37-36 9000 Oct. 27, 2007 Stephenville L, 70-63 6412 Oct. 25, 2008 Abilene L, 37-17 10585 Oct. 24, 2009 Stephenville W, 13-6 7326 Sept. 25, 2010 Abilene L, 65-3 7836 Sept. 1, 2011 Stephenville L, 27-24 6412
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68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
Series Records Baker (Kan.) Series Started – 1987 Nov. 28, 1987 Stephenville L, 13-12
0-1-0
Chadron State (Neb.) Series Started – 2001 1-0-0 Nov. 17, 2001 Chadron, Neb. - NCAA Playoffs W, 28-24 5400
Baptist Christian (La.) Series Started - 1974 Sept. 14, 1974 Shreveport, La. W, 43-0
1-0-0
Colorado Mines Series Started – 1984 Sept. 15, 1984 Golden, Colo. W, 21-14
1-0-0 1196
Benedictine (Kan.) Series Started – 1986 Nov. 22, 1986 Stephenville W, 40-38
1-0-0
5-0-0
Bethany (Kan.) Series Started – 1987 Nov. 21, 1987 Stephenville W, 38-26
1-0-0
Benedictine (Kan.) Series Started – 1986 Nov. 22, 1986 Stephenville W, 40-38
1-0-0
Corpus Christi Series Started – 1961 1961 Stephenville W, 29-8 1962 N/A W, 20-0 1963 N/A W, 21-0 1964 N/A W, 7-0 Oct. 16, 1965 Stephenville W, 7-6
Bethany (Kan.) Series Started – 1987 Nov. 21, 1987 Stephenville W, 38-26
1-0-0
Bishop College Series Started – 1971 Sept. 18, 1971 Stephenville W, 33-6 Sept. 16, 1972 Dallas (Cotton Bowl) L, 19-14** Sept. 13, 1975 Stephenville L, 27-2 Sept. 11, 1976 Dallas L, 7-0 **Bishop later forfeited this game
2-2-0
California-Davis Series Started – 2001 0-1-0 Nov. 24, 2001 Davis, Calif. - NCAA Playoffs L, 42-25 Cameron (Okla.) Series Started – 1968 1968 N/A L, 44-21 Sept. 14, 1991 Stephenville L, 24-7 Sept. 12, 1992 Lawton, Okla. W, 17-6
1-2-0
Central Oklahoma Series Started – 1995 Nov. 4, 1995 Stephenville L, 47-0 Nov. 9, 1996 Edmond, Okla. L, 17-14 Sept. 27, 1997 Edmond, Okla. L, 28-19 Sept. 26, 1998 Stephenville L, 31-17 Nov. 16, 2002 Edmond, Okla. W, 34-27 Nov. 15, 2003 Stephenville W, 38-23 Sept. 25, 2004 Edmond, Okla. L, 42-17 Sept. 20, 2008 Stephenville W, 42-17 Sept. 19, 2009 Edmond, Okla. W, 35-17 Sept. 11, 2010 Edmond, Okla. L, 37-21
4-6-0 1200 1800 3800 4000 2300 3218 6648 5618 4108 3200
2750 2150
Central Washington Series Started – 2009 0-1-0 Nov. 21, 2009 Ellensburg, Wash.- NCAA Playoffs L, 27-6 6162 82
East Central Series Started – 1961 10-12-0 1961 Ada, Okla. L, 21-6 1962 N/A L, 13-3 1963 N/A L, 44-13 1964 N/A L, 14-0 1965 N/A L, 28-0 Nov. 5, 1966 Ada, Okla. L, 35-13 Nov. 11, 1967 Stephenville L, 28-0 Nov. 16, 1968 Ada, Okla. L, 54-20 1969 N/A L, 34-16 Sept. 1, 1990 Stephenville W, 21-14 2250 Sept. 7, 1991 Stephenville L, 16-0 2500 Sept. 5, 1992 Ada, Okla. W, 33-26 2300 Sept. 4, 1993 Stephenville W, 24-21 1800 Sept. 2, 1995 Stephenville L, 35-12 3200 Sept. 21, 1996 Ada, Okla. W, 45-35 2600 Sept. 25, 1999 Ada, Okla. W, 33-31 2500 Oct. 5, 2002 Stephenville W, 35-26 3100 Oct. 4, 2003 Ada, Okla. W, 42-14 2800 Oct. 2, 2004 Stephenville L, 21-17 3156 Aug. 25, 2007 Stephenville W, 44-7 5618 Sept. 13, 2008 Ada, Okla. W, 38-6 900 Sept. 12, 2009 Stephenville W, 41-2 1248 Eastern New Mexico Series Started – 1961 7-13-0 1961 N/A L, 42-20 1962 N/A L, 13-7 1963 N/A L, 33-6 Sept. 25, 1965 Portales, N.M. L, 20-12 Oct. 29, 1983 Stephenville L, 21-6 2800 Oct. 15, 1994 Portales, N.M. L, 10-7 750 Oct. 14, 1995 Stephenville L, 28-7 750 Oct. 19, 1996 Portales, N.M. L, 24-17 625 Oct. 18 1997 Stephenville L, 26-20 5200 Oct. 17, 1998 Portales, N.M. L, 35-6 2000
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Series Records Stephenville Portales, N.M. Stephenville Portales, N.M. Stephenville Portales, N.M. Stephenville Portales, N.M. Stephenville Portales, N.M.
L, 27-13 L, 34-27 W, 55-14 W, 34-27 W, 48-0 W, 40-10 W, 42-21 W, 30-20 L, 35-10 W, 34-28
Evangel (Mo.) Series Started – 1987 Oct. 3, 1987 Stephenville W, 35-22 Findlay (Ohio) Series Started – 1978 Nov. 18 1978 Stephenville L, 13-6 Georgia Southwestern Series Started – 1983 Sept. 24, 1983 Americus, Ga. L, 9-7 Hardin-Simmons Series Started – 1990 Oct. 20, 1990 Stephenville W, 27-7 Oct. 19, 1991 Abilene W, 35-0 Oct. 17, 1992 Abilene L, 24-14 Oct. 16, 1993 Stephenville W, 44-37
1-0-0 500
Lubbock Christian Series Started – 1979 Sept. 22, 1979 Lubbock W, 55-0 3-3-0 Oct. 27, 1979 Stephenville W, 36-6 Oct. 4, 1980 Stephenville W, 31-0 Nov. 8, 1980 Lubbock W, 28-7 Oct. 8, 1981 Lubbock W, 18-11 Nov. 14, 1981 Stephenville W, 26-0 Sept. 18 1982 Stephenville W, 31-0 1000 Oct. 23, 1982 Lubbock W, 37-14
8-0-0
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University
Lindenwood (Mo.) Series Started – 1993 Nov. 6, 1993 Stephenville W, 31-14
Conference
5000 4850 4800 3200 4700
2-1-0 2500 1200 3100
History
Henderson State Series Started – 1961 1961 N/A W, 21-14 1962 Stephenville W, 14-12 1963 N/A L, 3-0 1964 N/A W, 21-7 Sept. 22, 1984 Arkadelphia, Ark. L, 34-7 Sept. 21, 1985 Stephenville L, 26-6
2-6-1 Langston (Okla.) Series Started – 1990 Oct. 13, 1990 Stephenville W, 22-21 Nov. 14, 1992 Stephenville L, 43-16 Sept. 1, 2001 Stephenville W, 47-13
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Harding Series Started – 1973 Sept. 8, 1973 Stephenville L, 21-7 Oct. 30, 1976 Searcy, Ark. L, 24-7 Oct. 22, 1977 Stephenville W, 12-7 Sept. 20, 1986 Searcy, Ark. T, 17-17 Sept. 19, 1987 Stephenville L, 21-14 Sept. 20, 1997 Stephenville W, 49-46 Sept. 19, 1998 Searcy, Ark. L, 28-21-OT Sept. 4, 1999 Stephenville L, 44-16 Sept. 2, 2000 Searcy, Ark. L, 52-38
Howard Payne Series Started – 1965 8-13-0 1965 N/A L, 6-0 Sept. 16, 1966 N/A L, 7-0 1967 N/A L, 35-13 1968 N/A L, 28-14 1969 N/A L, 30-10 1970 N/A L, 38-21 Oct. 23, 1971 Brownwood L, 29-14 Oct. 21, 1972 Stephenville L, 20-16 Oct. 20, 1973 Brownwood L, 31-0 Oct. 26, 1974 Stephenville L, 41-6 Oct. 25, 1975 Brownwood L, 7-6 1-0-0 Oct. 23, 1976 Stephenville W, 38-21 3300 Sept. 14, 1985 Brownwood L, 20-9 1200 Sept. 13, 1986 Stephenville W, 2-21 5000 0-1-0 Sept. 12, 1987 Brownwood W, 16-6 Sept. 17, 1988 Brownwood W, 21-3 1100 Oct. 22, 1988 Stephenville W, 31-14 5500 0-1-0 Sept. 16, 1989 Stephenville W, 21-3 4100 Oct. 21, 1989 Brownwood L, 44-7 6127 Sept. 22, 1990 Stephenville W, 36-22 3850 Oct. 27, 1990 Stephenville W, 40-19 4125 3-1-0 4800 2000 Incarnate Word Series Started – 2010 2-0-0 3750 Nov. 6, 2010 Stephenville W, 41-27 4960 9850 Oct. 29, 2011 Stephenville W, 48-10 5517 5300 2000 4800 800 5787 3400 5348 3285 4026 2313
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Oct. 17, 1999 Oct. 14, 2000 Oct. 13, 2001 Oct. 15, 2005 Oct. 21, 2006 Oct. 20, 2007 Oct. 18, 2008 Oct. 17, 2009 Nov. 13, 2010 Sept. 24, 2011
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68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
Series Records McMurry Series Started – 1961 25-13-0 1961 N/A L, 42-8 1962 N/A L, 33-12 1963 N/A W, 29-13 1964 N/A L, 12-7 1965 N/A L, 3-0 Sept. 24, 1966 Stephenville W, 12-7 1967 N/A L, 36-0 1968 N/A L, 58-7 1969 N/A L, 38-15 1970 N/A L, 19-14 Nov. 6, 1971 Stephenville W, 24-21 Sept. 9, 1972 Abilene W, 24-14 Nov. 12, 1977 Abilene W, 27-14 Oct. 7, 1978 Abilene W, 21-6 Nov. 11 1978 Stephenville W, 29-6 Oct. 6, 1979 Stephenville W, 20-14 Nov. 8, 1979 Abilene L, 14-10 Sept. 13, 1980 Abilene L, 21-11 Oct. 18 1980 Stephenville L, 28-0 Sept. 19, 1981 Stephenville W, 22-12 Oct. 24, 1981 Abilene W, 21-10 Oct. 2, 1982 Abilene W, 21-7 Nov. 6, 1982 Stephenville W, 12-3 Oct. 1, 1983 Stephenville L, 7-3 2000 Nov. 5, 1983 Abilene L, 17-0 1500 Oct. 13, 1984 Stephenville W, 20-3 1800 Nov. 3, 1984 Abilene W, 7-0 1500 Oct. 12, 1985 Abilene W, 18-15 2500 Nov. 2, 1985 Stephenville W, 44-19 5100 Oct. 11, 1986 Stephenville W, 21-14 5000 Nov. 1, 1986 Abilene W, 21-14 5000 Oct. 17, 1987 Abilene W, 45-20 Nov. 7, 1987 Stephenville W, 37-6 2500 Sept. 8, 1988 Stephenville W, 24-0 3200 Oct. 15, 1988 Abilene W, 35-7 Sept. 9,. 1989 Abilene W, 37-10 3250 Oct. 14, 1989 Stephenville W, 28-10 4382 Oct. 6, 1990 Stephenville W, 42-7 1000 Midwestern State Series Started – 1988 Oct. 1, 1988 Stephenville W, 41-6 Nov. 5, 1988 Wichita Falls L, 20-17 Sept. 30, 1989 Wichita Falls W, 20-6 Nov. 4, 1989 Stephenville W, 49-11 Nov. 3, 1990 Stephenville W, 35-0 Nov. 2, 1991 Wichita Falls L, 41-14 Sept. 8, 1994 Stephenville W, 45-21 Sept. 9, 1995 Wichita Falls L, 44-35 Sept. 5, 1996 Stephenville W, 23-10 84
Nov. 8 1997 Nov. 7, 1998 Nov. 6, 1999 Nov. 4, 2000 Nov. 3, 2001 Sept. 11, 2004 Oct. 8, 2005 Oct. 14, 2006 Oct. 13, 2007 Oct. 11, 2008 Oct. 10, 2009 Oct. 30, 2010 Oct. 8, 2011
Stephenville Wichita Falls Stephenville Stephenville Wichita Falls Wichita Falls Stephenville Wichita Falls Stephenville Wichita Falls Stephenville Wichita Falls Wichita Falls
W, 29-28 W, 37-16 L, 21-3 L, 44-23 W, 44-37 W, 19-3 W, 37-7 W, 38-17 W, 44-32 W, 37-16 W, 31-28 L, 31-26 L, 44-13
1800 900 2800 2800 4500 9500 4136 6138 5712 7752 4682 8532 2500
Millsaps College Series Started – 2011 Nov. 5, 2011 Stephenville W, 44-3
1-0-0 2017
New Mexico Highlands Series Started – 1997 Sept. 4, 1997 Stephenville L, 34-29 Sept. 3, 1998 Stephenville L, 21-14 Sept. 5, 2002 Stephenville W, 53-7 Aug. 26, 2004 Stephenville W, 35-7
2-2-0 4000 4200 2400 2538
Northeastern State Series Started – 1993 Sept. 11, 1993 Tahlequah, Okla. L, 38-16 Oct. 26, 2002 Tahlequah, Okla. L, 29-28-OT Oct. 25, 2003 Stephenville W, 48-44-OT Oct. 23, 2004 Tahlequah, Okla. W, 52-14 Sept. 17, 2005 Stephenville W, 34-25 Sept. 6, 2008 Stephenville W, 38-10 Sept. 5, 2009 Tahelquah, Okla. W, 6-0 Sept. 2, 2010 Stephenville L, 31-23
5-3-0 6300 200 4382 1500 5352 4928 2500 5824
Northwestern Oklahoma State Series Started – 1976 2-2-0 Sept. 25, 1976 Stephenville W. 15-14 Sept. 24, 1977 Alva, Okla. L, 42-22 Sept. 21, 1991 Alva, Okla. L, 27-21 2850 W, 35-17 4800 15-7-0 Oct. 24, 1992 Stephenville 3800 7500 8707 Northwestern State (La.) Series Started – 1962 0-3-0 Stephenville L, 31-6 2200 1962 L, 52-6 14450 2100 Sept. 18, 1999 Natchitoches, La. L, 17-14 7056 1000 Sept. 18, 2010 Natchitoches, La. 3300 3800 3850
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Series Records 1-2-0 Oct. 18 2003 2000 Oct. 16, 2004 Sept. 9, 2006 3200 Sept. 8, 2007 Aug. 28, 2008
W, 42-28 W, 32-27 L, 37-30 W, 41-17 W, 51-10
2100 4318 5326 2067 5314
Ouachita Baptist Series Started – 1992 Sept. 26, 1992 Stephenville W, 21-8 Sept. 26, 1993 Arkadelphia, Ark. L, 49-23 Sept. 24, 1994 Stephenville L, 42-12
1-2-0 2600 Southern Arkansas Series Started – 1993 100 Sept. 18 1993 Stephenville W, 34-31 3500 Sept. 17, 1994 Magnolia, Ark. T, 21-21 Sept. 4, 2003 Stephenville L, 27-24
1-1-1 1200 4000 3853
Durant, Okla. Stephenville Stephenville Durant, Okla. Stephenville
Prairie View A&M Series Started – 1994 2-0-0 Nov. 5, 1994 Prairie View W, 70-20 11000 Southwest Baptist (Mo.) Series Started – 1983 Sept. 23, 1995 Stephenville W, 44-6 3300 Oct. 22, 1983 Stephenville W, 42-7
1-0-0
Conference University
85
History
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Southwestern (Kan.) Series Started – 1991 2-0-0 St. Mary’s of the Plains (Kan.) Series Started – 1989 2-0-0 Oct. 5, 1991 Stephenville W, 18-7 4250 Nov. 18 1989 Dodge City, Kan. - NAIAPlayoffs W, 16-6 2500 Nov. 12, 1994 Stephenville W, 49-30 1400 Nov. 17, 1990 Stephenville - NAIA Playoffs W, 24-14 2393 SW Assemblies of God Series Started – 2002 1-0-0 Aug. 29, 2002 Stephenville W, 62-0 3000 Sam Houston State Series Started – 1963 2-14-0 1963 N/A L, 21-0 1964 N/A L, 10-8 Southwestern Oklahoma St. Series Started – 1961 14-10-0 1965 N/A L, 14-3 Sept. 16, 1961 Stephenville W, 20-14 Oct. 1, 1966 Huntsville W, 19-13 1962 Stephenville L, 20-13 1967 N/A L, 23-6 1963 N/A L, 14-7 1968 N/A L, 28-7 Nov. 21, 1964 Stephenville W, 31-0 1969 N/A L, 29-7 Nov. 20, 1965 Weatherford, Okla. L, 43-7 1970 N/A L, 48-7 Nov. 19, 1966 Stephenville W, 42-7 Oct. 16, 1971 Stephenville L, 16-0 Nov. 18, 1967 Weatherford, Okla. L, 24-16 Oct. 14, 1972 Huntsville L, 17-13 Nov. 9, 1968 Stephenville W, 42-28 Oct. 13, 1973 Stephenville L, 7-6 Nov. 8, 1969 Weatherford, Okla. L, 52-7 Oct. 19, 1974 Huntsville L, 35-0 Oct. 2, 1976 Weatherford, Okla. L, 10-0 Oct. 18 1975 Stephenville L, 40-16 Oct. 1, 1977 Stephenville L, 17-14 Sept. 8, 2001 Huntsville L, 61-10 7000 Oct. 3, 1992 Weatherford, Okla. L, 27-0 6500 Oct. 9, 2003 Huntsville W, 39-20 1420 Oct. 2, 1993 Stephenville L, 12-7 1050 Oct. 7, 2004 Huntsville L, 44-14 6144 Sept. 11, 1999 Stephenville W, 7-3 1200 Sept. 16, 2000 Weatherford, Okla. W, 27-22 5217 Sept. 15, 2001 Stephenville W, 21-20 2900 Southeastern Oklahoma St. Series Started – 1976 8-5-0 Sept. 9, 2002 Stephenville W, 33-30 3000 Oct. 16, 1976 Durant, Okla. L, 33-17 Sept. 8, 2003 Weatherford, Okla. L, 21-17 763 Oct. 15, 1977 Stephenville L, 19-10 Nov. 6, 2004 Stephenville W, 46-12 2836 Sept. 3, 1994 Stephenville L, 36-22 2300 Sept. 24, 2005 Weatherford, Okla. W, 16-9 5000 Sept. 16, 1995 Durant, Okla. L, 47-0 3100 Sept. 30, 2006 Weatherford, Okla. W, 21-19 3500 W, 43-19 5862 Sept. 14, 1996 Stephenville W, 31-25 3350 Sept. 29, 2007 Stephenville W, 24-21 2000 Sept. 13, 1997 Durant, Okla. W, 31-22 4100 Sept. 27, 2008 Weatherford, Okla. W, 66-3 6248 Sept. 23, 2000 Stephenville W, 41-0 4100 Sept. 26, 2009 Stephenville Sept. 22, 2001 Durant, Okla. W, 39-32 2457 Oct. 19, 2002 Stephenville W, 62-31 4000
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Oklahoma Panhandle State Series Started – 1985 Sept. 7, 1985 Stephenville L, 12-0 Sept. 6, 1986 Goodwell, Okla. L, 27-12 Sept. 19, 1992 Stephenville W, 31-7
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68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
Series Records Stephen F. Austin Series Started – 1963 1963 Stephenville L, 28-0 1964 Nacogdoches L, 17-3 Oct. 4, 1969 Nacogdoches L, 28-19 Nov. 14, 1970 Stephenville W, 21-13 Nov. 13, 1971 Nacogdoches L, 42-7 Nov. 11, 1972 Stephenville L, 40-18 Nov. 10, 1973 Nacogdoches L, 49-28 Nov. 16, 1974 Stephenville L, 35-7 Nov. 15, 1975 Nacogdoches W, 15-14 Sept. 12, 1998 Nacogdoches L, 28-3 Sept. 1, 2007 Nacogdoches W, 27-24-OT
3-8-0
6300 8192
Sul Ross State Series Started – 1969 18-17-0 1969 N/A L, 41-21 1970 Alpine L, 21-6 Sept. 25, 1971 Stephenville W, 24-21 Sept. 23, 1972 Alpine L, 18-7 Sept. 22, 1973 Stephenville L, 13-10 Sept. 28, 1974 Alpine L, 33-22 Sept. 27, 1975 Alpine L, 10-7 Nov. 6, 1976 Stephenville L, 33-29 Sept. 10, 1977 Alpine W, 32-20 Nov. 5, 1977 Stephenville W, 32-8 Sept. 16, 1978 Alpine W, 13-3 Oct. 21, 1978 Stephenville W, 35-3 Sept. 15, 1979 Stephenville W, 15-8 Oct. 20, 1979 Alpine W, 18-15 Sept. 27, 1980 Alpine L, 12-0 Nov. 1, 1980 Stephenville L, 35-33 Oct. 3, 1981 Stephenville L, 21-14 Nov. 7, 1981 Alpine L, 30-17 Sept. 11, 1982 Alpine L, 33-6 Oct. 16, 1982 Stephenville L, 35-9 Sept. 17, 1983 Stephenville W, 14-10 2500 Oct. 15, 1983 Stephenville L, 34-10 Oct. 6, 1984 Alpine W, 30-14 Oct. 27, 1984 Stephenville W, 37-14 5000 Oct. 5, 1985 Stephenville L, 13-10 2000 Oct. 26, 1985 Alpine L, 48-7 Oct. 4, 1986 Alpine W, 14-6 2500 Oct. 25, 1986 Stephenville W, 27-14 2500 Oct. 8, 1987 Stephenville W, 41-15 5000 Oct. 31, 1987 Alpine W, 20-16 Sept. 24, 1988 Stephenville W, 21-17-OT 3300 Oct. 29, 1988 Alpine W, 30-0 n/a Sept. 23, 1989 Alpine L, 24-22 2800 Oct. 28, 1989 Stephenville W, 14-9 3200 Nov. 10, 1990 Stephenville W, 35-7 2100 86
Tabor (Kan.) Series Started – 1984 Sept. 18, 1984 Stephenville W, 34-0
1-0-0 1500
Texas-Arlington Series Started – 1966 Oct. 29, 1966 N/A L, 46-15 Oct. 14, 1967 Stephenville L, 37-7
0-2-0 8500
Texas A&M-Commerce Series Started – 1970 11-10-0 Nov. 21, 1970 Stephenville L, 41-0 Nov. 20, 1971 Commerce L, 24-10 Nov. 18 1972 Stephenville L, 27-6 Nov. 17, 1973 Commerce L, 42-13 Nov. 23, 1974 Stephenville L, 45-7 Nov. 22, 1975 Commerce L, 49-13 Nov. 11 1995 Commerce L, 48-3 2200 Nov. 16, 1996 Stephenville L, 56-17 1500 Nov. 15, 1997 Commerce W, 49-21 1150 Nov. 14, 1998 Stephenville W, 35-30 500 Nov. 13, 1999 Commerce W, 27-23 4617 Nov. 11 2000 Stephenville W, 9-7 2400 Nov. 10, 2001 Commerce W, 34-24 7021 Sept. 4, 2004 Stephenville W, 42-16 4216 Sept. 3, 2005 Commerce W, 17-7 2530 Sept. 23, 2006 Commerce L, 14-13 1,789 Sept. 22, 2007 Stephenville W, 24-7 3112 Sept. 23, 2006 Commerce L, 14-13 1,789 Sept. 22, 2007 Stephenville W, 24-7 3112 Oct. 16, 2010 Commerce W, 34-31 Oct. 15, 2011 Stephenville W, 41-34 4753 Texas A&M-Kingsville Series Started – 1970 6-19-0 Oct. 31, 1970 Kingsville L, 37-20 Oct. 30, 1971 Stephenville L, 13-7 Oct. 28, 1972 Kingsville L, 33-7 Oct. 27, 1973 Stephenville W, 34-33 Nov. 2, 1974 Kingsville L, 51-7 Nov. 1, 1975 Stephenville L, 28-0 Oct. 22, 1994 Stephenville L, 61-24 10750 Sept. 30, 1995 Stephenville L, 51-0 1000 Oct. 5, 1996 Kingsville L, 40-10 4000 Oct. 4, 1997 Stephenville L, 43-14 3000 Oct. 3, 1998 Kingsville L, 42-7 8500 Oct. 2, 1999 Stephenville W, 23-7 3200 Sept. 30, 2000 Kingsville L, 31-19 6500 Sept. 29, 2001 Stephenville L, 23-20 4300 Sept. 28, 2002 Kingsville L, 16-3 13000 Sept. 27, 2003 Stephenville L, 23-15 4268 Nov. 22, 2003 Kingsville-NCAA Playoffs L, 34-10 9500
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Series Records Kingsville L, 24-21 Stephenville W, 23-0 Kingsville W, 31-21 Stephenville L, 27-16 Kingsville L, 34-20 Kingsville-NCAA Playoffs W, 57-56 2OT Stephenville L, 13-10 Kingsville W, 41-34
7577 5,287 5200 4832 13211 13352 5812 11100
0-1-0 3215
West Alabama Series Started – 2011 Sept. 10, 2011 Livingston, Ala. L, 42-35
0-1-0 5827
West Texas A&M Series Started – 1990 Sept. 15, 1990 Stephenville W, 16-15 Oct. 31, 1992 Stephenville W, 36-7 Oct. 30, 1993 Canyon W, 28-27 Oct. 29, 1994 Stephenville L, 59-44 Oct. 7, 1995 Canyon L, 46-23 Oct. 12, 1996 Stephenville W, 27-17 Oct. 11, 1997 Canyon L, 31-17 Oct. 8 1998 Stephenville L, 42-7 Oct. 9, 1999 Canyon L, 7-6 Oct. 7, 2000 Stephenville W, 42-19 Oct. 6, 2001 Canyon W, 62-3 Nov. 2, 2002 Canyon W, 42-17 Nov. 1, 2003 Stephenville W, 47-27 Oct. 30, 2004 Canyon W, 34-14 Nov. 6, 2005 Stephenville L, 30-26 Nov. 11 2006 Canyon L, 21-16 Nov. 10, 2007 Stephenville L, 39-14 Nov. 8, 2008 Canyon L, 51-0 Nov. 7, 2009 Stephenville L, 49-35 Oct. 9, 2010 Canyon L, 48-17 Oct. 1, 2011 Stephenville L, 44-13
9-12-0 2850 2000 1950 5850 10201 3650 9300 2400 11250 1800 7200 775 3728 2068 4684 10647 6614 9416 7038 16218 7534
Western New Mexico Series Started – 1991 Nov. 14, 1991 Silver City, N.M. L, 14-7 Sept. 9, 2000 Stephenville W, 45-7 Sept. 10, 2005 Stephenville W, 45-21
2-1-0 350 3200 3854
Wilmington (Ohio) Series Started – 1991 Oct. 12, 1991 Wilmington, Ohio W, 44-14 Total (483 games):
1-0-0 1800
220-260-3 (.456)
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Westminster (Pa.) Series Started – 1989 0-2-0 6-3-1 Dec. 2, 1989 Stephenville - NAIA Playoffs L, 19-17 3650 Dec. 1, 1990 Stephenville - NAIA Playoffs L, 19-17 2401
Conference
Trinity Series Started – 1976 Sept. 18 1976 San Antonio L. 7-0 Sept. 17, 1977 Stephenville W. 17-13 Sept. 30, 1978 Stephenville W, 17-2 Nov. 4, 1978 San Antonio T, 6-6 Sept. 29, 1979 San Antonio W, 19-9 Nov. 3, 1979 Stephenville L, 34-24 Sept. 6, 1980 Stephenville W, 21-14
Valdosta State (Ga.) Series Started – 1993 Oct. 9, 1993 Valdosta, Ga. L, 68-10
History
Texas State Series Started – 1961 0-10-0 1961 San Marcos L, 21-20 1962 San Marcos L, 29-0 Oct. 10, 1970 Stephenville L, 41-7 Oct. 9, 1971 San Marcos L, 51-7 Oct. 7, 1972 Stephenville L, 50-14 Oct. 6, 1973 San Marcos L, 33-7 Oct. 12, 1974 Stephenville L, 35-0 Oct. 11, 1975 San Marcos L, 42-6 Sept. 2, 2006 San Marcos L, 27-20 15388 Sept. 17, 2011 San Marcos L, 38-2 15800
L. 10-0 W, 20-0 W, 34-32
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Texas Lutheran Series Started – 1961 6-11-0 1961 N/A L, 35-0 1962 Seguin L, 34-14 1963 N/A W, 31-0 1964 N/A L, 24-8 1965 N/A W, 27-0 Oct. 8, 1966 N/A W, 28-6 1967 N/A W, 28-26 1968 N/A L, 23-20 1969 N/A L, 24-6 Sept. 7, 1974 Stephenville L, 30-0 Sept. 6, 1975 Stephenville L, 42-6 Sept. 4, 1976 Stephenville L, 21-9 Sept. 3, 1977 Seguin W, 17-7 Sept. 29, 1984 Stephenville L, 13-10 3000 Sept. 28, 1985 Stephenville L, 21-3 Sept. 27, 1986 Stephenville W, 21-16 4500 Sept. 26, 1987 Seguin L, 27-6
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Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
The Last Time... A player rushed for 200 yards: TSU - Sept. 12, 2009, Roderick Smith vs. East Central, 16-204 (TSU 41, ECU 2) Opponent - Nov. 14, 2009, Fred Winborn, at Texas A&M-Kingsville, 35-223 (TSU 57, TAMUK 56) Two players had 100 yards rushing: TSU - Sept. 12, 2009 vs. East Central, Roderick Smith (16-204) and Evan Robertson (15-115) (TSU 41, ECU 2). Opponent - Nov. 8, 2008, Keith Flemming (128) and Wayne McKnight (103), West Texas A&M (WTAMU 51, TSU 0). A player rushed for 3 TDs: TSU - Nov. 5, 2011, Courtney Vaughn vs. Millsaps, 3 TDs (TSU 44, MC 3). Opponent - Sept. 17, 2011, Terrence Franks, at Texas State, 3 TDs (TX ST 38, TSU 28). A player passed for 300 yards: TSU - Nov. 12, 2011, Nick Stephens vs Angelo St., 387 yards, 26-43-0 (TSU 28, ASU 21). Opponent - Oct. 22, 2011, Daniel Ramirez, A&M-Kingsville, 339 yards, 30-41-2 (TSU 41, TAMUK 34). A player passed for 3 TDs: TSU - Oct. 29, 2011, Nick Stephens vs Incarnate Word, 4 TDs (TSU 48, UIW 10). Opponent - Oct. 15, 2011, J.J. Harp, A&M-Commerce, 4 TDs (TSU 54, TAMUC 27). A player had 100 yards receiving: TSU - Oct. 1, 2011, Clifton Rhodes vs West Texas A&M, 4-112 (WT44, TSU 13). Opponent - Oct. 10, 2009, David Little, Midwestern State, 5-105 (TSU 31, MSU 28). A player had 3 receiving TDs: TSU - Aug. 25, 2007, Devin Guinn vs. East Central, 3TDs (TSU 44, ECU 7). Opponent - Oct. 7, 2004, Jarrod Fuller, Sam Houston State, 3TDs (SHSU 44, TSU 14). Two players had 100 yards receiving: TSU - Nov. 7, 2009, Devin Guinn, 8-161, and Jahmeel Hobson, 3-109 vs. West Texas A&M (WTAMU 49, TSU 35). Opponent - Nov. 7, 2009, Brittan Golden, 6-201, and Tyson Williams, 8-148, West Texas A&M (WTAMU 49, TSU 35). A player scored 3 TDs: TSU - Nov. 5, 2011, Courtney Vaughn vs. Millsaps, 3 TDs (TSU 44, MC 3). Opponent - Sept. 17, 2011, Terrence Franks, at Texas State, 3 TDs (TX ST 38, TSU 28).
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A player made 3 FGs: TSU - Sept. 17, 2011, Jerry Owens vs. Texas State, 4-4 (TX ST 38, TSU 28). Opponent - Sept. 17, 2011, Will Johnson, Texas State, 3-3 (TX ST 38, TSU 28).
A team had 500 yards total offense: TSU - Oct. 29, 2011, vs Incarnate Word, 523 yards (TSU 48, UIW 10). Opponent - Oct. 1, 2011, West Texas A&M, 530 yards (WTAMU 44, TSU 13).
A punt was returned for a TD: TSU - Oct. 24, 2009, Devin Guinn vs. Abilene Christian, 57 yards (TSU 13, ACU 6). Opponent - Sept. 30, 2006, Patrick Weaver, 79 yards (TSU 21, SWOSU 19).
A team had less than 200 yards total offense: TSU - Oct. 8, 2011 at Midwestern St., 179 yards (MSU 44, TSU 13). Opponent - Sept. 26, 2009, Southwestern Oklahoma, 184 yards (TSU 66, SWOSU 3).
A kickoff was returned for a TD: TSU - Oct. 15, 2011, Cordell Valentine vs. A&M-Commerce, 87 yards (TSU 54, TAMUC 27). Opponent - Nov. 23, 2001, Glen Adriatico, UC Davis, 66 yards (UCD 42, TSU 25).
A team passed for more than 300 yards: TSU - Nov. 12, 2011, vs ASU, 387 yards (TSU 28, ASU 23). Opponent - Oct. 22, 2011, vs. A&MKingsville, 339 yards (TSU 41, TAMUK 34).
An interception was returned for a TD: TSU - Nov. 12, 2011, Desmond Jackson vs. Angelo St., 88 yards (TSU 28, ASU 23) Opponent - Nov. 14, 2009, DeIra Glover, at Texas A&M-Kingsville, 40 yards (TSU 57, TAMUK 56). A fumble was returned for a TD: TSU - Sept. 24, 2011, Desmond Jackson at ENMU, 34 yards (TSU 34, ENMU 28). Opponent - Nov. 14, 2009, DeIra Glover, at Texas A&M-Kingsville, 26 yards (TSU 57, TAMUK 56). A punt was blocked: TSU - Oct. 8, 2011, Team at Midwestern St. (MSU 44, TSU 13). Opponent - Nov. 7, 2009, West Texas A&M (WTAMU 49, TSU 35). An extra point was blocked: TSU - Oct. 15, 2011, Gaston Benson vs. A&M-Commerce (TSU 54, TAMUC 27). Opponent - Oct. 24, 2009, Abilene Christian (TSU 13, ACU 6). A field goal was blocked: TSU - Oct. 22, 2011, Gaston Benson TAMUK (TSU 41, TAMUK 34). Opponent - Sept. 4, 2003, West Texas A&M (SAU 27, TSU 24). A safety was recorded: TSU - Sept. 17, 2011, at Texas State (TX ST 38, TSU 28). Opponent - Oct. 8, 2011, Team, Midwestern St. (MSU 44, TSU 13) A team scored 50 points: TSU - Oct. 15, 2011, vs. A&M-Commerce, 54 points (TSU 54, TAMUC 27). Opponent - Nov. 14, 2009, Texas A&MKingsville, 56 points 2 OT (TSU 57, TAMUK 56).
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A team passed for less than 100 yards: TSU - Oct. 8, 2011, at Midwestern St., 97 yards (MSU 44, TSU 13). Opponent - Sept. 12, 2009, East Central, 6-16, 69 yards (TSU 41, ECU 2). A team rushed for more than 300 yards: TSU - Sept. 12, 2009, vs. East Central, 51-347 yards (TSU 41, ECU 2). Opponent - Oct. 27, 2007, Abilene Christian, 370 yards (ACU 70, TSU 63). A team rushed for less than 100 yards: TSU - Nov. 12, 2011, at Angelo St., 23-9 (TSU 28, ASU 23). Opponent - Nov. 5, 2011, Millsaps, 29-61 (TSU 44, MC 3). A team had 50 rushing attempts: TSU - Sept. 12, 2009, vs. East Central, 51-347 yards (TSU 41, ECU 2). Opponent - Oct. 8, 2011, Midwestern State, 51 attempts (MSU 44, TSU 13). A turnover-free game was played: TSU - Sept. 26, 2009, vs. Southwestern Oklahoma (TSU 66, ECU 3). Opponent - Sept. 17, 2011, Texas State (TX ST 38, TSU 28). A team had 50 passing attempts: TSU - Sept. 24, 2011, at Eastern New Mexico, 25-50 (TSU 34, ENMU 28). Opponent - Nov. 12, 2011, Angelo St., 27-50 (TSU 28, ASU 23). A shutout occured: TSU -Oct. 21, 2006, Eastern New Mexico (TSU 48, ENMU 0) Opponent - Nov. 8, 2008, West Texas A&M (WTAMU 51, TSU 0). A team won an overtime game: TSU - Nov. 14, 2009, at Texas A&MKingsville, 2 OT (Playoffs) (TSU 57, TAMUK 56). Opponent - Oct. 26, 2002, Northeastern State (NSU 29, TSU 28).
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Four-Time LSC Division Championships
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The Tarleton football team wrapped up a very successful 2011 campaign, ending with a five-game winning streak and getting a number of individuals recognized for their efforts on the field. The Texans started the year against a gauntlet of tough competition. Four of the team’s five losses came against opponents that finished the season in the top 25 nationally. Their other loss came against Division I opponent Texas State on the road. A 1-5 start had Tarleton fans already looking forward to the 2012 season. But head coach Cary Fowler and his staff challenged the team to rally and finish the year strong. Led by a talented young group of athletes and veteran leadership from the seniors, the Texans rebounded to win their final five contests. Tarleton’s highlight win came in Kingsville where the Texans escaped with a 41-34 victory over the preseason No. 4-ranked Javelinas. Tarleton also enjoyed big Lone Star Conference wins over Texas A&M-Commerce, Incarnate Word and Angelo State. At 6-5, the Texans looked like they struggled on paper, but anybody that watched Tarleton football over the final five weeks of the season saw a foundation for the future and a passion to make the program a nationally recognized entity. “I am really proud of the way our kids battled when times were tough,” said Coach Fowler. “We faced some of the best teams in the country early on in the year and we folded at times. But as the season progressed, we stepped up in those same situations. It showed our young guys can adapt in the face of adversity.” Those young guys that Coach Fowler mentioned were all underclassmen and will play a big role for the Texans in the future. Sophomore defensive back Dashaun Phillips led Tarleton and the conference with seven interceptions and 15 passes defended. In just his second season at Tarleton, Phillips earned first team all-conference and All-Super Region 4 team honors. The Duncanville native was also named the LSC Defensive Back of the Year for his efforts. Alongside Phillips on the fourth defense in the conference was sophomore linebacker Marquis Wadley. Wadley finished in the top 10 in the nation in total tackles, solo tackles and tackles per game. He also led the LSC in tackles with 119 total. The Mesquite native was named BeyondSportsNetwork.Com second team All-American, as well as second team all-conference and second team all-region. Phillips was also named to the second team for BeyondSportsNetwork.Com as well. Senior quarterback Nick Stephens had an outstanding year in his final season with Texans. The 6-5 righty threw for 3,005 yards and 20 touchdowns while completing 56.4 percent of his passes. Stephens only threw eight picks on the year in 429 attempts. He was named honorable mention all-conference. His number one target was not a veteran or even a senior. It was yet another underclassmen in freshman Clifton Rhodes from Fort Worth. Rhodes started off the season with a bang and had four 100-yard games in the first five contests. He finished the season with 827 yards and three touchdowns on 52 catches, all team highs. Rhodes was named to the second team all-conference. Also earning all-conference recognition were junior offensive tackle Adrian Campbell and junior defensive back Desmond Jackson, who were named to the second team. Other honorable mention Texans were senior guard Shawn Wyatt, senior defensive end Logan Johnson, junior defensive end Rufus Johnson, junior rover Dan Jackson and junior safety Blair Johnson. “It is good to see that our players get these awards because it shows they are getting respect from other players, coaches and teams in our conference,” said Fowler. “The Lone Star Conference is one of the best in the nation and has so many talented young men. To see our guys recognized among them gives the awards even more meaning.” The Texan football program said goodbye to 16 seniors and welcomed back an experienced sophomore and junior classes. Moving forward and looking to the 2012 season, Fowler is excited to get back to work on a team that does not need a lot of rebuilding unlike most of the schools in the Lone Star Conference.
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OVERALL HOME AWAY NEUT.
6-5 CONFERENCE 5-3 NON-CONFERENCE 1-2
DATE
Sept. 1 Sept. 10 Sept. 17 Sept. 24 Oct. 1 Oct. 8 Oct. 15 Oct. 22 Oct. 29 Nov. 5 Nov. 12
3-2 3-3 0-0 2-2 3-1 0-0 1-0 0-2 0-0
OPPONENT
#4 Abilene Christian at West Alabama at Texas State at Eastern New Mexico #20 West Texas A&M at #18 Midwestern St. Texas A&M-Commerce at Texas A&M-Kingsville Incarnate Word Millsaps College at Angelo State
W/L SCORE ATT L L L W L L W W W W W
27-24 6412 42-35 5827 38-28 15800 34-28 2313 44-13 7534 44-13 2500 54-27 4753 41-34 11100 48-10 5517 44-3 2017 28-23 4721
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TEAM STATISTICS SCORING Points Per Game FIRST DOWNS Rushing Passing Penalty RUSHING YARDAGE Yards gained rushing Yards lost rushing Rushing Attempts Average Per Rush Average Per Game TDs Rushing PASSING YARDAGE Comp-Att-Int Average Per Pass Average Per Catch Average Per Game TDs Passing TOTAL OFFENSE Total Plays Average Per Play Average Per Game KICK RETURNS: #-Yards PUNT RETURNS: #-Yards INT RETURNS: #-Yards KICK RETURN AVERAGE PUNT RETURN AVERAGE INT RETURN AVERAGE FUMBLES-LOST PENALTIES-Yards Average Per Game PUNTS-Yards Average Per Punt Net punt average TIME OF POSSESSION/Game 3RD-DOWN Conversions 3rd-Down Pct 4TH-DOWN Conversions 4th-Down Pct SACKS BY-Yards MISC YARDS TOUCHDOWNS SCORED FIELD GOALS-ATTEMPTS ON-SIDE KICKS RED-ZONE SCORES RED-ZONE TOUCHDOWNS PAT-ATTEMPTS ATTENDANCE Games/Avg Per Game
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Tarleton OPP 362 320 32.9 29.1 238 244 61 74 144 135 33 35 1114 1632 1537 1918 423 286 321 403 3.5 4.0 101.3 148.4 18 20 3197 2901 258-462-8 264-451-15 6.9 6.4 12.4 11.0 290.6 263.7 21 21 4311 4533 783 854 5.5 5.3 391.9 412.1 55-1138 54-915 24-172 14-87 15-291 8-111 20.7 16.9 7.2 6.2 19.4 13.9 28-8 26-9 104-1006 99-860 91.5 78.2 57-2165 59-2178 38.0 36.9 36.1 32.3 26:28 33:32 47/150 61/175 31% 35% 8/15 15/29 53% 52% 14-93 17-136 76 -18 45 41 15-23 10-16 2-3 2-2 (36-47) 77% (34-45) 76% (30-47) 64% (26-45) 58% (43-45) 96% (36-37) 97% 26233 42261 5/5247 6/7044
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2011 Individual Stats GP 11 6 10 5 3 6 11 11 11 3 10 8 8 11 11 11
ATT 139 45 17 23 14 13 2 4 1 1 1 2 3 56 321 403
RECEIVING C. Rhodes R. Green B. Croak C. Vaughn T. Waits C. Valentine E. Robertson A. Buckingham J. Mays B. Lowery L. Clark D. Gray W. McLane F. Renfro J. Sturns C. Watson L. Hill D. Phillips Total.......... Opponents......
G 11 11 11 11 11 11 6 10 9 5 7 4 11 7 10 3 8 11 11 11
FIELD GOALS J. Serrano B. Wiest J. Owens
FGM-FGA 7-10 0-3 8-10
TOTAL OFFENSE N. Stephens C. Vaughn A. Doyle E. Robertson J. Sturns B. Lowery C. Watson R. Green M. Wadley B. Croak C. Valentine J. Fenske Team Total.......... Opponents......
No. 52 43 33 26 23 11 11 10 9 8 7 6 6 5 4 2 1 1 258 264 Pct 70.0 0.0 80.0
01-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-99 0-0 2-2 3-6 2-2 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-1 0-2 0-0 0-0 2-2 2-3 4-5 0-0
TD 9 0 0 5 4 4 3 3 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 45 41
FGs 0-0 7-10 8-10 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-3 0-0 0-0 15-23 10-16
|——— PATs ———| Kick Rush Rcv 0-0 0-0 0 28-29 0-0 0 13-14 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0 2-2 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0 43-45 0-0 0 36-37 0-0 2
G 11 11 6 6 10 5 3 11 11 11 11 3 8 11 11
Plays 485 140 40 45 17 23 14 1 2 4 1 4 3 783 854
Rush -133 669 59 182 103 100 97 0 42 14 3 1 -23 1114 1632
INTERCEPTIONS No. D. Phillips 7 De. Jackson 3 B. Johnson 2
Yds 44 137 38
Pass 3005 0 145 0 0 0 0 45 0 0 0 2 0 3197 2901
Avg 6.3 45.7 19.0
Pass 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 2-3
Total 2872 669 204 182 103 100 97 45 42 14 3 3 -23 4311 4533 TD 0 1 0
DXP 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 Avg/G 261.1 60.8 34.0 30.3 10.3 20.0 32.3 4.1 3.8 1.3 0.3 1.0 -2.9 391.9 412.1
Long 31 88 33
Lg Blk ALL PURPOSE 49 0 C. Vaughn 0 0 C. Rhodes 48 0 C. Valentine R. Green B. Lowery Saf Pts B. Croak 0 54 L. Hill 0 49 T. Waits 0 37 De. Jackson 0 30 E. Robertson 0 24 A. Buckingham 0 24 J. Mays 0 18 J. Sturns 0 18 C. Watson 0 12 L. Clark 0 12 D. Gray 0 12 Jo. Jones 0 12 D. Phillips 0 12 W. McLane 0 6 A. Doyle 0 6 F. Renfro 0 6 M. Wadley 0 6 B. Johnson 0 6 D. McDowell 0 6 T. Melton 0 6 J. Fenske 0 2 Team 0 2 N. Stephens 1 2 Total.......... 1 362 Opponents...... 2 320
No. 29 19 9 0 57 59 No. 10 9 4 1 24 14 No. 24 24 21 69 61
0 72 0 291 111 Yds 1156 665 288 56 2165 2178
0.0 72.0 0.0 19.4 13.9 Avg 39.9 35.0 32.0 0.0 38.0 36.9
Yds 80 64 28 0 172 87 Yds 1447 1244 1205 3896 3484
Long TB 57 0 56 1 39 0 34 0 57 1 53 5 Avg 8.0 7.1 7.0 0.0 7.2 6.2
Avg 60.3 51.8 57.4 56.5 57.1
0 1 0 2 0
TB 4 0 2 6 5
TD 0 0 0 0 0 0
0 72 0 88 29 FC I20 Blkd 4 6 3 2 8 7 1 0 3 3 0 0 0 0 0 1 15 16 4 3 8 15 4 0 Long 21 33 22 0 33 27
OB Retn Net YdLn 1 2 3 6 16.9 41.5 28 0 20.7 36.8 33
No. 20 13 11 3 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 55 54
Yds 434 330 257 51 14 16 -4 8 0 27 5 1138 915
Avg 21.7 25.4 23.4 17.0 7.0 16.0 -4.0 8.0 0.0 27.0 5.0 20.7 16.9
TD 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0
Long 87 61 30 20 14 16 0 8 0 27 5 87 44
No. 1 0 1 1
Yds 44 0 44 21
Avg 44.0 0.0 44.0 21.0
TD 1 1 2 0
Long 44 0 44 21
G 11 11 11 11 5 11 8 11 11 6 10 9 10 3 7 4 4 11 11 6 7 11 11 7 11 3 8 11 11 11
Rush 669 0 3 0 100 14 0 0 0 182 0 0 103 97 0 0 0 0 0 59 0 42 0 0 0 1 -23 -133 1114 1632
Rec 233 827 147 518 71 344 15 273 0 38 217 166 34 11 95 79 0 3 73 0 53 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3197 2901
PR 0 0 0 0 0 0 64 0 80 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 28 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 172 87
KOR 0 27 434 0 330 0 257 0 51 0 0 14 -4 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 16 8 0 0 0 1138 915
IR 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 137 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 72 44 0 0 0 0 38 0 0 0 0 0 291 111
Tot 902 854 584 518 501 358 336 273 268 220 217 180 133 108 95 79 77 75 73 59 53 42 38 16 8 1 -23 -133 5912 5646
Avg/G 82.0 77.6 53.1 47.1 100.2 32.5 42.0 24.8 24.4 36.7 21.7 20.0 13.3 36.0 13.6 19.8 19.2 6.8 6.6 9.8 7.6 3.8 3.5 2.3 0.7 0.3 -2.9 -12.1 537.5 513.3
2011 National Stat Rankings TEAM
Passing... 15th, 290.64 yards per game Scoring Offense... 34th, 32.91 points per game Net Punting... 14th, 36.11 yards per punt Turnover Margin... 26th, +.73
INDIVIDUAL
Total Offense... Nick Stephens, 32nd, 261.09 yards per game Receiving Yards per Game... Clifton Rhodes III, 55th, 75.18 yards per game Interceptions... Dashaun Phillips, 9th, .64 interceptions per game Tackles... Marquis Wadley, 9th, 10.82 per game Tackles for Loss... Rufus Johnson, T-40th, 1.41 TFL per game
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SCORING C. Vaughn J. Serrano J. Owens B. Lowery C. Valentine N. Stephens R. Green C. Rhodes B. Croak J. Sturns J. Mays F. Renfro De. Jackson L. Hill D. Gray B. Ford Jo. Jones T. Waits A. Buckingham E. Robertson B. Wiest D. Phillips Team Total.......... Opponents......
Effic 126.9 109.2 38.9 478.0 0.0 0.0 125.5 121.3
1 1 1 15 8
Opponents
G 11 6 3 11 10 11 11 11
Loss 89 25 0 18 3 30 0 0 0 0 0 0 23 235 423 286
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PASSING N. Stephens A. Doyle J. Fenske R. Green A. Buckingham C. Vaughn Total.......... Opponents......
Net Avg. TD Long Avg./G T. Henry Jo. Jones 669 4.8 7 33 60.8 G. Benson 182 4.0 1 23 30.3 Total.......... 103 6.1 2 24 10.3 Opponents...... 100 4.3 4 25 20.0 97 6.9 0 36 32.3 PUNTING 59 4.5 0 24 9.8 J. Owens 42 21.0 0 36 3.8 J. Serrano 14 3.5 0 9 1.3 B. Wiest 3 3.0 0 3 0.3 Team 1 1.0 0 0 0.3 Total.......... 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 Opponents...... 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 -23 -7.7 0 0 -2.9 -133 -2.4 4 19 -12.1 PUNT RETURNS 1114 3.5 18 36 101.3 De. Jackson 1632 4.0 20 83 148.4 L. Hill D. Phillips Att-Cmp-Int Pct Yds TD Lng Avg/G J. Mays 242-429-8 56.4 3005 20 70 273.2 Total.......... 14-27-0 51.9 145 1 32 24.2 Opponents...... 1-3-0 33.3 2 0 2 0.7 1-1-0 100.0 45 0 45 4.1 KICKOFFS 0-1-0 0.0 0 0 0 0.0 J. Owens 0-1-0 0.0 0 0 0 0.0 B. Wiest 258-462-8 55.8 3197 21 70 290.6 J. Serrano 264-451-15 58.5 2901 21 70 263.7 Total.......... Opponents...... Yds Avg TD Long Avg/ 827 15.9 3 70 75.2 KICK RETURNS 518 12.0 3 44 47.1 C. Valentine 344 10.4 2 29 31.3 B. Lowery 233 9.0 2 24 21.2 L. Hill 273 11.9 1 47 24.8 De. Jackson 147 13.4 2 27 13.4 J. Mays 38 3.5 0 9 6.3 D. McDowell 217 21.7 1 51 21.7 J. Sturns 166 18.4 2 49 18.4 T. Melton 71 8.9 1 24 14.2 C. Aven 95 13.6 0 35 13.6 C. Rhodes 79 13.2 1 26 19.8 Jo. Jones 73 12.2 0 31 6.6 Total.......... 53 10.6 2 25 7.6 Opponents...... 34 8.5 0 11 3.4 11 5.5 0 13 3.7 FUMBLE RETURNS 15 15.0 1 15 1.9 De. Jackson 3 3.0 0 3 0.3 B. Ford 3197 12.4 21 70 290.6 Total.......... 2901 11.0 21 70 263.7 Opponents......
Gain 758 207 103 118 100 89 42 14 3 1 0 0 0 102 1537 1918
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RUSHING C. Vaughn E. Robertson J. Sturns B. Lowery C. Watson A. Doyle M. Wadley B. Croak C. Valentine J. Fenske A. Buckingham L. Hill Team N. Stephens Total.......... Opponents......
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Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
2011 Statistics a2011 Texans by Situation
All Games...................................................................... 6-5 Home Games................................................................. 3-2 Away Games.................................................................. 3-3 Neutral Games............................................................... 0-0 LSC Conference Games................................................ 5-3 Non-Conference Games................................................ 1-2 Playoff Games............................................................... 0-0 Day Games.................................................................... 3-0 Night Games.................................................................. 3-5 September Games......................................................... 1-3 October Games.............................................................. 3-2 November Games.......................................................... 2-0 Playing on Natural Grass............................................... 3-0 Playing on Artificial Surface........................................... 3-5 Tarleton wins Coin Toss................................................. 2-2 Tarleton loses Coin Toss................................................ 4-3 Tarleton led after First Quarter....................................... 6-3 Tarleton led at Halftime.................................................. 5-1 Tarleton led after Three Quarters................................... 5-1 Tarleton scores First....................................................... 4-4 Tarleton scores on First Possession.............................. 1-3 Opponent scores on First Possession........................... 1-3 Tarleton has more Total Yards........................................ 4-0 Tarleton has more Rushing Yards.................................. 5-0 Tarleton has more Passing Yards.................................. 4-3 Tarleton has less Turnovers than Opponent.................. 6-1 Tarleton has less Penalties than Opponent................... 1-2 Tarleton has more Time of Possession.......................... 3-0 Tarleton has 100-yard Rusher........................................ 2-0 Opponent has 100-yard Rusher..................................... 0-2 Tarleton has 100-yard Receiver..................................... 1-4 Opponent has 100-yard Receiver.................................. 0-0 Tarleton has 200-yard Passer........................................ 6-3 Opponent has 200-yard Passer..................................... 3-3 Tarleton scores 20 or more points.................................. 6-3 Opponent scores 20 or more points............................... 4-5 Tarleton Defense or Special Teams scores.................... 4-2 Opponent Defense or Special Teams scores................. 0-0
2011 Tarleton Defensive Stats |——Tackles——| |-Sacks-| DEFENSE GP Solo Ast Total TFL/Yds No-Yards Int-Yds BrUP QBH Rcv-Yds FF Kick Saf —————————————————————————————————————————–-———–-———–———–———–——— 8 M. Wadley 11 75 44 119 7.0 - 15 . . 3 3 2 1 - 0 4 11 Da. Jackson 11 33 41 74 8.0 - 22 1.0 - 2 . 5 5 1 . 1 19 B. Johnson 11 41 26 67 1.0 -1 . 2 - 38 6 8 . . . 26 De. Jackson 11 42 22 64 3.0 -8 . 3 - 137 2 5 . 2 - 44 . 2 G. Benson 11 42 9 51 0.5 -3 . 1 -0 10 11 . . 1 4 D. Phillips 11 30 20 50 1.5 -2 . 7 - 44 8 15 . . . 90 R. Johnson 11 27 19 46 15.5 - 67 5.5 - 29 . 1 1 11 . 1 37 M. Knicky 9 25 18 43 1.5 -8 . . 3 3 2 2 - 0 . 24 L. Johnson 11 28 14 42 13.5 - 78 8.0 - 54 . 4 4 5 . 1 14 J. Hurndon 11 22 19 41 1.5 -6 . . 2 2 . . . 95 B. Ford 11 17 18 35 4.5 - 23 2.5 - 18 . 1 1 . 1 - 0 1 27 T. Henry 6 20 11 31 1.0 -3 . 1 -0 1 2 . . 1 29 C. Moore 11 16 8 24 . . . 1 1 . 1 - 0 . 99 C. Bowers 11 12 10 22 2.0 -2 . . . . 1 1 - 0 . 59 L. Kirkland 11 10 7 17 3.0 - 11 1.0 - 8 . . . 1 . 1 44 B. Ngwa 10 7 8 15 2.0 -6 1.0 - 5 . . . 1 . . 21 Jo. Jones 4 11 1 12 . . 1 - 72 . 1 . . . 35 T. Melton 11 6 4 10 2.0 -8 1.0 - 4 . . . 3 . . 98 J. Gonzalez 11 2 6 8 0.5 -3 . . . . 3 . . 45 A. Anderson 9 4 4 8 . . . 2 2 . . 1 96 J. Billings 8 4 3 7 2.0 - 12 . . . . 1 . . 28 R. Holmes 10 6 1 7 1.0 -4 . . . . . . 1 9 D. McDowell 7 5 1 6 . . . . . . . . 42 A. Allen 10 3 3 6 . . . . . . . . 92 M. Washington 9 2 4 6 . . . . . 3 . . 10 C. Vaughn 11 4 . 4 . . . . . . . . 32 T. Franco 3 2 . 2 . . . . . . . . TM Team 8 2 . 2 . . . . . . 1 - 0 1 40 B. Davis 1 2 . 2 2.0 - 20 1.0 - 10 . . . . . . 31 R. Henderson 9 2 . 2 . . . . . . . . 70 T. Seale 1 . 2 2 . . . . . . . . 12 C. Rhodes 11 2 . 2 . . . . . . . . 94 C. Jackson 9 1 1 2 . . . . . . . . 89 J. Serrano 7 1 1 2 . . . . . . . . 6 B. Croak 11 . 1 1 . . . . . . . . 56 P. Bettiol 6 1 . 1 . . . . . . . . 67 J. Arnold 10 . 1 1 . . . . . . . . 47 T. Holloman 2 . 1 1 . . . . . . . . 51 R. Martin 10 1 . 1 . . . . . . . . 66 C. McKenna 3 1 . 1 . . . . . . . . 17 C. Valentine 11 . 1 1 . . . . . . . . 23 B. Lowery 5 1 . 1 . . . . . . . . 25 R. Green 11 . 1 1 . . . . . . . . 33 M. Martinez 5 1 . 1 . . . . . . . . 30 S. Whitaker 6 1 . 1 . . . . . . . . 46 C. Watson 3 . 1 1 . . . . . . . . 54 S. Wyatt 8 1 . 1 . . . . . . . . 60 J. Owens 6 . 1 1 . . . . . . . . 18 C. Aven 3 1 . 1 . . . . . . . . 47 G. Hughes 3 . . . . . . 1 1 . . . Total.......... 11 514 332 846 73 - 302 14 - 93 15 - 291 50 65 34 9 - 44 Opponents...... 11 459 306 765 88 - 461 17 - 136 8 - 111 61 69 37 8 - 21 14 3 2
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Game Tarleton • Opponent Abilene Christian...4-7 (3TD,1FG) • 3-4 (1TD,2FG) West Alabama. . . . 5-5 (5TD,0FG) • 4-5 (4TD, 0FG) Texas State. . . . . . 2-2 (1TD,1FG) • 3-3 (2TD, 1FG) Eastern N.M. . . . . 2-4 (2TD, 0FG) • 2-4 (2TD, 0FG) West Texas A&M......0-1 (0TD, 0FG) • 5-7 (5TD, 0FG) Midwestern St..........1-2 (1TD, 0FG) • 3-3 (3TD, 0FG) A&M-Commerce......5-5 (5TD, 0FG) • 3-4 (3TD, 0FG) A&M-Kingsville.........4-4 (3TD, 1FG) • 5-5 (3TD, 2FG) Incarnate Word........6-6 (4TD, 2FG) • 2-2 (1TD, 1FG) Millsaps....................3-5 (3TD, 0FG) • 1-3 (0TD, 1FG) Angelo State............3-6 (3TD, 0FG) • 3-5 (2TD, 1FG) Total.............36-47 (30TD, 6FG) • 34-45 (26TD, 8FG)
TARLETON TEXANS 2011 STATISTICS Total Offense.................. 391.9 yards per game ................................... (290.6 pass, 101.3 rush) Total Defense................. 412.1 yards per game ................................... (263.7 pass, 148.4 rush) Rushing Leader..................... Courtney Vaughn ...........................139 carries, 669 yards, 7 TDs Passing Leader..........................Nick Stephens ................. 242-429, 3005 yards, 20 TD, 8 INTs Receiving Leader...................... Clifton Rhodes ........................... 52 catches, 827 yards, 3 TDs Punter........... Jerry Owens (39.9 yard average) Kicker..........Jose Serrano (7-10 FG, 28-29 PAT)
2011 Scoring by Quarters
68 All-Americans
======TARLETON====== 1 2 3 4 OT Total 7 7 10 0 - 24 14 7 0 14 - 35 6 6 9 7 - 28 14 7 10 3 - 34 10 3 0 0 - 13 13 0 0 0 - 13 7 12 14 21 - 54 14 3 7 17 - 41 14 17 14 3 - 48 9 21 7 7 - 44 7 7 7 7 - 28 115 90 78 79 - 362
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Game ABILENE CHRISTIAN WEST ALABAMA TEXAS STATE EASTERN NEW MEXICO WEST TEXAS A&M MIDWESTERN STATE TEXAS A&M-COMMERCE TEXAS A&M-KINGSVILLE INCARNATE WORD MILLSAPS ANGELO STATE TOTALS
========Opponents======== 1 2 3 4 OT Total 7 3 7 10 - 27 7 21 0 14 - 42 3 10 15 10 - 38 7 7 7 7 - 28 9 7 21 7 - 44 7 16 14 7 - 44 0 13 0 14 - 27 0 24 7 3 - 34 0 0 7 3 - 10 3 0 0 0 - 3 0 7 7 9 - 23
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2011 Stats Per Game
Punting
FG’s (Good)
Defense
Sept. 1 Robertson, 14-57 Stephens, 26-44 Rhodes, 5-107 Owens, 38.8 Serrano, 1-2 Da. Jackson, 3-8-11 Abilene Christian Lowery, 7-33, 2 TDs 339 yards, 1 TD Clark, 3-70 6 for 216 yards 34, (27) Benson, 5-3-8 L, 27-24 Lowery, 3-40, TD Wiest, 0-1 Henry, 3-5-8 46 Sept. 10 Lowery, 9-47, 2 TDs Stephens, 32-51, Rhodes, 9-147, TD Owens, 35.7 None West Alabama Robertson, 4-26 310 yards, 2 TDs Gray, 4-48, TD 7 for 250 yards L, 42-35 Green, 1-1, 45 yrds Waits, 5-53
Wadley, 15-0-15 De. Jackson, 7 tks, INT L. Johnson, 2 sacks
Sept. 17 Robertson, 9-54, TD Stephens, 21-41, Green, 7-123, TD Owens, 44.3 Owens 4-4 Texas State Stephens, 9-30 256 yards, TD Waits, 4-65 6 for 266 yards (44), (40), (38), L, 38-28 (26)
De. Jackson, 8-2-10 Wadley, 8-2-10, 2 TFL
Sept. 24 Vaughn, 15-96 Stephens, 24-46, Eastern New Mexico Robertson, 12-34 285 yards, 3 TDs W, 34-28
Wadley, 6-8-14 Phillips, 5-6-11, 2 INT Henry, 8 tckls, INT
Rhodes, 9-130 Owens, 38.7 Owens 2-3 Green, 8-87, TD 3 for 116 yards (48), (39), 34 Buckingham, 2-31, TD
Oct. 1 Vaughn, 8-26 Stephens, 17-32 Rhodes, 4-112, TD Owens, 39.8 Owens, 2-3 Wadley, 7-5-12, FF, FR West Texas A&M Lowery, 7-26 199 yards, 1 TD Green, 3-26 5 for 199 yards (28), (40), 47 B. Johnson, 3-4-7 L, 44-13 Doyle, 2-5, 21 yds L. Johnson, 2 sacks Oct. 8 Vaughn, 26-90 Stephens, 8-29, Croak, 2-35 Wiest, 34.8 None Wadley, 7-8-15 Midwestern St. Stephens, 6-7, TD 89 yards Rhodes, 2-35 4 for 139 yards De. Jackson, 9-5-14 L, 44-13 Owens, 43.7 Da. Jackson, 4-10-14 3 for 131 yards
Texan Football Opponents
Oct. 15 Vaughn, 23-117, 2 TDs Stephens, 21-33, Croak, 8-99 Wiest, 29.8 Serrano, 1-1 Wadley, 5-3-8, FF TX A&M-Commerce Sturns, 1-7, TD 256 yards, 1 TD Valentine, 3-50, TD 5 for 149 yards (39) R. Johnson, 6-1-7, FF W, 54-27 Doyle, 5-5, Rhodes, 4-61 2.0 sacks 60 yards, TD Ford, FR, TD, 2 TFL Oct. 22 Vaughn, 25-152, TD Stephens, 26-45, Rhodes, 8-83, TD Serrano, 34.2 Serrano, 2-2 Wadley, 7-4-11 TX A&M-Kingsville 294 yards, 4 TDs Green, 5-82 5 for 171 yards (38), (22) Benson, 8 tkls, INT W, 41-34 Vaughn, 5-31, TD Bl. Johnson, INT Valentine/Mays, TD’s L. Johnson, SACK Oct. 29 Vaughn, 5-71 Stephens, 20-32 Incarnate Word Watson, 6-61 325 yards, 4 TDs W, 48-10 Stephens, TD
Green, 6-85, TD Serrano, 30.8 Serrano, 2-2 Rhodes, 4-64 4 for 123 yards (40), (37) Croak/Renfro, TD Waits, TD
Wadley 6-3-9, FF Jo. Jones, INT, TD Phillips, INT, 7 tckls
Nov. 5 Vaughn, 15-86, 3 TDs Stephens, 21-33 Croak, 5-62, TD Serrano, 35.2 Serrano, 1-1 Millsaps Sturns, 10-69, TD 265 yards, 2 TDs Valentine, 3-47 5 for 176 yards (49) W, 44-3 Mays, 3-34, TD Nov. 12 Vaughn, 13-28, TD Stephens, 26-43 Vaughn, 8-84, TD Serrano, 39.0 Serrano, 0-2 Angelo State Stephens, 7--28, TD 387 yards, TD Rhodes, 4-51 5 for 195 yards 32, 39 Waits, 3-77 Wiest, 0-2 40, 34
Bl. Johnson, 4-6-10 Wadley, 6-1-7 Phillips, 2 INTs Ru. Johnson, SACK
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Passing Receiving
Preview Staff Players
Game/Result Rushing
Wadley, 6-6-11 De. Jackson, 10 tck, INT M. Knicky, 5-5-10 L. Johnson, 4 TFL
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Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
2011 Stats Per Game Team Game-By-Game Comparison Note: Game totals are displayed in the format TEAM/OPPONENT for each category Opponent Score 1st Downs Rushing Passing ABILENE CHRISTIAN 24-27 24/25 34-52/34-101 26-44-2/26-49-2 West Alabama 35-42 24/24 25-90/47-229 33-52-0/16-26-1 Texas State 28-38 19/16 26-45/49-235 21-42-0/11-22-0 Eastern New Mexico 34-28 25/29 32-186/19-94 25-50-2/43-69-3 WEST TEXAS A&M 13-44 16/29 27-91/37-143 19-37-0/31-43-0 Midwestern State 13-44 12/21 35-82/51-308 9-30-1/14-19-0 TEXAS A&M-COMMERCE 54-27 27/20 31-109/27-15 26-38-1/32-56-1 Texas A&M-Kingsville 41-34 25/26 28-134/35-129 36-46-0/30-41-2 INCARNATE WORD 48-10 26/20 24-142/34-136 25-43-0/17-38-2 MILLSAPS COLLEGE 44-3 22/10 36-180/29-61 22-36-2/17-38-2 at Angelo State 28-23 18/24 23-9/41-181 26-44-0/27-50-2 Totals 362/320 238/244 321-1114/286-1632 258-462-8/264-451-15 Opponent ABILENE CHRISTIAN West Alabama Texas State Eastern New Mexico WEST TEXAS A&M Midwestern State TEXAS A&M-COMMERCE Texas A&M-Kingsville INCARNATE WORD MILLSAPS Angelo State Totals
3rd Down 6-15/8-19 3-13/6-15 7-18/5-17 7-18/4-14 1-13/8-15 4-14/4-12 3-10/8-19 4-13/6-13 4-10/5-15 5-13/3-17 3-13/4-19
4th Down 0-0/1-2 1-1/2-2 1-1/1-3 1-2/3-5 0-2/0-0 1-3/1-1 1-1/1-2 1-2/1-1 1-1/1-3 1-1/1-4 0-1/3-6
Time Poss 26:29/33:31 27:07/32:53 26:59/33:01 31:19/28:41 24:33/35:27 23:25/36:35 27:30/32:30 24:43/35:17 25:08/34:52 27:24/32:36 26:30/33:30
Margin 7:02 5:46 7:02 2:38 10:54 13:10 5:00 10:17 8:52 4:36 7:00
47-150/61-175 8-15/15-29
26:28/33:32
6:32
Individual Superlatives Rushes 26 Yards Rushing 152 TD Rushes 3 Long Rush 36 Pass attempts 51 Pass completions 32 Yards Passing 387 TD Passes 4 Long Pass 70 Receptions 9 Yards Receiving 147 TD Receptions 1 Long Reception 70 Field Goals 4 Long Field Goal 49 Punts 7 Punting Avg 44.3 Long Punt 57 Punts inside 20 3 Long Punt Return 33 Long Kickoff Return 87 Tackles 15 Sacks 2.0 Tackles For Loss 6.0 Interceptions 2
C. Vaughn at Midwestern State (Oct 08, 2011) C. Vaughn at Texas A&M-Kingsville (Oct 22, 2011) C. Vaughn vs Millsaps College (Nov 05, 2011) M. Wadley at Eastern New Mexico (Sep 24, 2011) C. Watson vs Incarnate Word (Oct 29, 2011) N. Stephens at West Alabama (Sep 10, 2011) N. Stephens at West Alabama (Sep 10, 2011) N. Stephens at Angelo State (Nov 12, 2011) N. Stephens at Texas A&M-Kingsville (Oct 22, 2011) N. Stephens vs Incarnate Word (Oct 29, 2011) N. Stephens vs West Texas A&M (Oct 01, 2011) C. Rhodes at West Alabama (Sep 10, 2011) C. Rhodes at Eastern New Mexico (Sep 24, 2011) C. Rhodes at West Alabama (Sep 10, 2011) 20 times C. Rhodes vs West Texas A&M (Oct 01, 2011) J. Owens at Texas State (Sep 17, 2011) J. Serrano vs Millsaps College (Nov 05, 2011) J. Owens at West Alabama (Sep 10, 2011) J. Owens at Texas State (Sep 17, 2011) J. Owens at Texas State (Sep 17, 2011) J. Owens vs West Texas A&M (Oct 01, 2011) J. Owens at West Alabama (Sep 10, 2011) J. Serrano at Texas A&M-Kingsville (Oct 22, 2011) L. Hill vs Abilene Christian (Sep 01, 2011) C. Valentine vs Texas A&M-Commerce (Oct 15, 2011) M. Wadley at West Alabama (Sep 10, 2011) M. Wadley at Midwestern State (Oct 08, 2011) L. Johnson at West Alabama (Sep 10, 2011) L. Johnson vs West Texas A&M (Oct 01, 2011) R. Johnson vs Texas A&M-Commerce (Oct 15, 2011) L. Johnson at Angelo State (Nov 12, 2011) R. Johnson vs Texas A&M-Commerce (Oct 15, 2011) D. Phillips vs Abilene Christian (Sep 01, 2011) D. Phillips at Eastern New Mexico (Sep 24, 2011) D. Phillips vs Millsaps College (Nov 05, 2011)
Opponent Individual Superlatives
Rushes 21 Yards Rushing 155 TD Rushes 3 Long Rush 83 Pass attempts 56 Pass completions 32 Yards Passing 354 TD Passes 4 Long Pass 70 Receptions 10 Yards Receiving 100 TD Receptions 2 Long Reception 70 Field Goals 3 Long Field Goal 53 Punts 7 Punting Avg 46.5 Long Punt 53 Punts inside 20 3
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Gary Johnston, at West Alabama (Sep 10, 2011) Jimmy Pipkin, at Midwestern State (Oct 08, 2011) Franks, T., at Texas State (Sep 17, 2011) Jimmy Pipkin, at Midwestern State (Oct 08, 2011) J.J. Harp, vs Texas A&M-Commerce (Oct 15, 2011) J.J. Harp, vs Texas A&M-Commerce (Oct 15, 2011) J.J. Harp, vs Texas A&M-Commerce (Oct 15, 2011) J.J. Harp, vs Texas A&M-Commerce (Oct 15, 2011) Gary Johnston, at West Alabama (Sep 10, 2011) Darian Dale, at Eastern New Mexico (Sep 24, 2011) Michael Matthew, at Eastern New Mexico (Sep 24, 2011) N. Slaughter, vs West Texas A&M (Oct 01, 2011) Tyler Rawlings, vs Texas A&M-Commerce (Oct 15, 2011) Ken May, at West Alabama (Sep 10, 2011) Johnson, Will, at Texas State (Sep 17, 2011) Johnson, Will, at Texas State (Sep 17, 2011) Gunter Elenburg, at Midwestern State (Oct 08, 2011) Gates,S., vs Millsaps College (Nov 05, 2011) Follis, Ben, at Texas State (Sep 17, 2011) Follis, Ben, at Texas State (Sep 17, 2011) George Shamblen, at Angelo State (Nov 12, 2011) George Shamblen, at Angelo State (Nov 12, 2011)
Pass Yds 339/335 355/217 256/106 285/353 220/387 97/142 316/354 294/339 381/197 267/180 387/291
Plays/Tot Yds 78-391/83-436 77-445/73-446 68-301/71-341 82-471/88-447 64-311/80-530 65-179/70-450 69-425/83-369 74-428/76-468 67-523/72-333 72-447/67-241 67-396/91-472
Ret Yds 145/72 239/111 135/155 119/107 99/49 163/72 167/116 122/105 45/122 108/79 169/44
T/O 2/2 3/2 1/0 2/4 1/2 0/1 2/3 0/2 0/2 2/2 0/2
3197/2901
783-4311/854-4533
1601/1113
23/17
Yds/Rush Yds/Pass 1.5/3.0 7.7/6.8 3.6/4.9 6.8/8.3 1.7/4.8 6.1/4.8 5.8/4.9 5.7/5.1 3.5/3.9 11.6/12.5 2.3/6.0 3.2/7.5 3.5/0.6 8.3/6.3 4.8/3.7 6.4/8.3 5.9/4.0 8.9/5.2 5.0/2.1 7.4/4.7 0.4/4.4 8.8/5.8 3.5/4.0
6.9/6.4
Yds/Play 5.0/5.3 5.8/6.1 4.4/4.8 5.7/5.1 4.9/6.6 2.8/6.4 6.2/4.4 5.8/6.2 7.8/4.6 6.2/3.6 5.9/5.2
Punting 6-36.0/4-37.0 7-34.0/6-33.0 6-36.2/5-35.6 3-50.0/3-37.0 5-39.8/5-35.2 7-38.6/9-28.8 5-28.6/6-28.3 5-34.2/3-37.0 4-30.8/6-37.3 5-35.2/7-26.1 5-39.0/6-42.2
5.5/5.3
57-38.0/59-36.9
Penalties-Yards 6-69/14-90 11-164/9-78 7-45/8-91 12-110/7-65 12-110/7-65 8-90/10-85 10-52/9-69 11-98/11-109 11-116/10-83 9-74/2-25 11-107/14-110
104-1006/99-860
Texan Team Superlatives Rushes 36 Yards Rushing 186 Yards Per Rush 5.9 TD Rushes 4 Pass attempts 52 Pass completions 33 Yards Passing 387 Yards Per Pass 8.9 TD Passes 4 Total Plays 82 Total Offense 523 Yards Per Play 7.8 Points 54 Sacks By 3 First Downs 27 Penalties 12 Penalty Yards 164 Turnovers 3 Interceptions By 3 Punts 7 Punting Avg 50.0 Long Punt 57 Punts inside 20 3 Long Punt Return 33
vs Millsaps College (Nov 05, 2011) at Eastern New Mexico (Sep 24, 2011) vs Incarnate Word (Oct 29, 2011) vs Millsaps College (Nov 05, 2011) at West Alabama (Sep 10, 2011) at West Alabama (Sep 10, 2011) at Angelo State (Nov 12, 2011) vs Incarnate Word (Oct 29, 2011) at Texas A&M-Kingsville (Oct 22, 2011) vs Incarnate Word (Oct 29, 2011) at Eastern New Mexico (Sep 24, 2011) vs Incarnate Word (Oct 29, 2011) vs Incarnate Word (Oct 29, 2011) vs Texas A&M-Commerce (Oct 15, 2011) at Eastern New Mexico (Sep 24, 2011) at Texas A&M-Kingsville (Oct 22, 2011) at Angelo State (Nov 12, 2011) vs Texas A&M-Commerce (Oct 15, 2011) at Eastern New Mexico (Sep 24, 2011) at West Alabama (Sep 10, 2011) at West Alabama (Sep 10, 2011) vs Millsaps College (Nov 05, 2011) at Eastern New Mexico (Sep 24, 2011) at West Alabama (Sep 10, 2011) at Midwestern State (Oct 08, 2011) at Eastern New Mexico (Sep 24, 2011) at Texas State (Sep 17, 2011) vs West Texas A&M (Oct 01, 2011) at West Alabama (Sep 10, 2011) at Midwestern State (Oct 08, 2011) at Texas A&M-Kingsville (Oct 22, 2011) vs Abilene Christian (Sep 01, 2011)
Opponent Team Superlatives Rushes 51 Yards Rushing 308 Yards Per Rush 6.0 TD Rushes 5 Pass attempts 69 Pass completions 43 Yards Passing 387 Yards Per Pass 9.0 TD Passes 4 Total Plays 91 Total Offense 530 Yards Per Play 6.6 Points 44 Sacks By 8 First Downs 29 Penalties 14 Penalty Yards 110 Turnovers 4 Interceptions By 2 Punts 8 Punting Avg 45.8 Long Punt 53
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at Midwestern State (Oct 08, 2011) at Midwestern State (Oct 08, 2011) at Midwestern State (Oct 08, 2011) at Midwestern State (Oct 08, 2011) at Eastern New Mexico (Sep 24, 2011) at Eastern New Mexico (Sep 24, 2011) vs West Texas A&M (Oct 01, 2011) vs West Texas A&M (Oct 01, 2011) vs Texas A&M-Commerce (Oct 15, 2011) at Angelo State (Nov 12, 2011) vs West Texas A&M (Oct 01, 2011) vs West Texas A&M (Oct 01, 2011) vs West Texas A&M (Oct 01, 2011) at Midwestern State (Oct 08, 2011) vs Abilene Christian (Sep 01, 2011) at Eastern New Mexico (Sep 24, 2011) vs West Texas A&M (Oct 01, 2011) vs Abilene Christian (Sep 01, 2011) at Angelo State (Nov 12, 2011) at Angelo State (Nov 12, 2011) at Eastern New Mexico (Sep 24, 2011) vs Abilene Christian (Sep 01, 2011) at Eastern New Mexico (Sep 24, 2011) vs Millsaps College (Nov 05, 2011) at Midwestern State (Oct 08, 2011) at Texas State (Sep 17, 2011) at Texas State (Sep 17, 2011)
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2011 Scoring Drives TOP 1:27 1:52 1:58 2:05 3:01 3:10 0:38 1:36 2:04 0:57 2:26 2:34 0:20 4:24 4:34 3:21 2:24 2:43 2:32 0:54 0:15 2:40 6:02 0:30 5:43 3:38 3:21 1:51 2:59 1:39 3:05 2:15 4:43 0:46 1:17 3:19 2:13 0:32 2:13 1:19 1:41 1:46 1:55 2:47 2:51 2:18 0:53 2:02 3:48 0:27 2:17 1:18 1:51 0:20 1:16
Drives off Turnovers Tarleton
Game Start Finish ACU none UWA Fumble Touchdown TXST none ENMU Fumble Touchdown WTAMU none MSU none TAMUC Fumble Field Goal Interception Touchdown Fumble Touchdown Downs Touchdown TAMUK Interception Touchdown Blocked FG Touchdown UIW Interception Touchdown Interception Touchdown MILL Interception Touchdown Interception Touchdown Downs Touchdown ASU Interception Touchdown Downs Touchdown Downs Touchdown
Opponent
Game Start Finish ACU none UWA Fumble Touchdown UWA Fumble Touchdown TXST none ENMU Interception Touchdown ENMU Interception Touchdown WTAMU none MSU none TAMUC Fumble Touchdown TAMUK none UIW none MILL Interception Field Goal ASU none
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Drive 6-81 6-37 5-22 8-61 7-78 9-30 4-61 6-43 9-90 5-41 10-57 7-22 3-33 - 11-80 12-55 8-80 - 6-47 9-80 7-22 5-50 1-70 9-75 13-64 2-4 13-68 9-77 10-70 6-20 9-63 - 5-54 9-74 - 7-55 15-90 2-34 6-41 11-72 7-50 2-68 7-70 6-91 - 6-65 4-65 8-51 8-74 7-65 7-43 4-42 4-1 11-61 3-50 8-56 4-47 4-88 - 3-55 3-38
Opponents
Scoring Play Brandon Lowery 5 yd run (Jose Serrano kick) Lowery 14 yd pass from Nick Stephens (Serrano kick) Lowery 2 yd run (Serrano kick) Serrano 27 yd field goal Clifton Rhodes 23 yd pass from Stephens (Jerry Owens kick) Devon Gray 6 yd pass from Stephens (Owens kick) Lowery 1 yd run (Owens kick) Lowery 10 yd run (Owens kick) Stephens 6 yd run (Owens kick) Owens 44 yd field goal Owens 40 yd field goal Owens 38 yd field goal Owens 26 yd field goal Safety Roddy Green 23 yd pass from Stephens (Owens kick) Evan Robertson 2 yd run (Owens kick) R. Green 25 yd pass from Stephens (Owens kick) Desmond Jackson 44 yd fumble recovery (Owens kick) Arthur Buckingham 19 yd pass from Stephens (Owens kick) LeThaddeus Hill 15 yd pass from Stephens (Owens kick) J. Owens 48 yd field goal J. Owens 39 yd field goal C. Rhodes 70 yd pass from Stephens (Owens kick) J. Owens 28 yd field goal J. Owens 40 yd field goal N. Stephens 2 yd run (Owens kick failed) Cordell Valentine 76 yd kickoff return (Owens kick) Courtney Vaughn 3 yd run (Serrano kick) Justin Sturns 7 yd run (Serrano kick) Serrano 39 yd field goal Dashaun Phillips PAT return Valentine 87 yd kickoff return (Serrano kick) Vaughn 4 yd run (Serrano kick) Valentine 16 yd pass from Stephens (Serrano kick) Brian Ford 0 yd fumble recovery (Serrano kick) Ford Renfro 1 yd pass from A. Doyle (Serrano kick) Vaughn 6 yd pass from Stephens (Serrano kick) C. Valentine 27 yd pass from Stephens (Serrano kick) Serrano 38 yd field goal C. Rhodes 11 yd pass from Stephens (Serrano kick) Serrano 22 yd field goal J. Mays 49 yd pass form Stephens (Serrano kick) Vaughn 8 yd run (Serrano kick) F. Renfro 25 yd pass from Stephens (Serrano kick) Joe Jones 72 yd interception return (Serrano kick) Tyra Waits 16 yd pass from Stephens (Serrano kick) Brad Croak 8 yd pass form Stephens (Serrano kick) Serrano 40 yd field goal R. Green 8 yd pass from Stephens (Serrano kick) Stephens 1 yd run (Serrano kick) Serrano 37 yd field goal Vaughn 17 yd run (Serrano kick missed) Serrano 49 yd field goal Vaughn 1 yd run (Serrano kick) Croak 23 yd pass from Stephens (Serrano kick) Vaughn 1 yd run (Serrano kick) Sturns 24 yd run (Serrano kick) Mays 33 yd pass from Stephens (Serrano kick) De. Jackson 88 yd interception return (Serrano kick) Vaughn 8 yd run (Serrano kick) Vaughn 13 yd pass from Stephens (Wiest kick)
Texan Football
Time Q1 0:27 Q2 2:47 Q3 5:30 Q3 6:08 Q1 10:22 Q1 6:37 Q2 0:33 Q3 13:27 Q3 8:27 Q1 14:03 Q1 6:57 Q2 2:29 Q2 0:00 Q3 14:36 Q3 1:54 Q4 2:10 Q1 7:33 Q1 6:33 Q2 3:55 Q3 8:13 Q3 4:07 Q4 14:52 Q1 14:45 Q1 9:09 Q2 4:55 Q1 6:32 Q1 0:31 Q1 0:28 Q2 11:33 Q2 9:30 Q2 6:08 Q3 14:48 Q3 9:20 Q4 14:53 Q4 8:24 Q4 4:16 Q1 10:17 Q1 2:17 Q2 2:21 Q3 5:40 Q4 12:56 Q4 7:08 Q4 0:33 Q1 7:52 Q1 3:17 Q2 13:38 Q2 9:01 Q2 0:38 Q3 11:03 Q3 5:02 Q4 8:28 Q1 5:57 Q1 2:50 Q2 12:37 Q2 11:12 Q2 8:54 Q3 5:48 Q4 13:53 Q1 3:56 Q2 13:35 Q3 5:09
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2001, 2009 LSC Champions
2012 Tarleton Football
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2012 Lone Star Conference Defensive Back of the Year
68 All-Americans
#4 Dashaun Phillips 96
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2012 Tarleton Football
LSC Standings/Honors THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 CSU-Pueblo 26, at West Texas A&M 24 Abilene Christian 27, at Tarleton 24 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 Texas A&M-Kingsville 21, at Central Washington 10 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 at Upper Iowa 15, Texas A&M-Commerce 14 Angelo State 35, at Western State 12 East Central 31, at Incarnate Word 21 New Mexico Highlands 43, at Eastern New Mexico 36 (OT) SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 Angelo State 49, at Chadron State 42 Midwestern State 41, at Missouri S&T 0 at Texas A&M-Kingsville 19, Minot State 7 at West Alabama 42, Tarleton 35 at Incarnate Word 41, Eastern New Mexico 28
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 Ouachita Baptist 39, at Texas A&M-Commerce 33 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 Tarleton 34, at Eastern New Mexico 28 at Abilene Christian 31, Angelo State 17 at West Texas A&M 52, Incarnate Word 7 at Midwestern State 44, Texas A&M-Kingsville 38
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29 at Abilene Christian 40, Texas A&M-Commerce 28 Midwestern State 57, at Eastern New Mexico 34 at Tarleton 48, Incarnate Word 10 Texas A&M-Kingsville 36, at Angelo State 33 (3OT) at West Texas A&M 49, Central Washington 35 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5 at Tarleton 44, Millsaps 3 at Midwestern State 35, West Texas A&M 21 at Texas A&M-Commerce 60, Eastern New Mexico 28 Angelo State 34, at Incarnate Word 14 Abilene Christian 42, at Texas A&M-Kingsville 34 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12 at Abilene Christian 61, Incarnate Word 16 at West Texas A&M 49, Texas A&M-Commerce 0 Tarleton 28, at Angelo State 23 Texas A&M-Kingsville 23, at Eastern New Mexico 10 Midwestern State 37, at Northeastern State 34
Team
LSC Pct. Ovl. Pct.
1. Midwestern State
8-0 1 .000 10-1 .909
2. Abilene Christian
7-1 .875 8-3 .727
3. West Texas A&M
6-2 .750 8-3 .727
4. Tarleton
5-3 .625 6-5 .545
5. Texas A&M-Kingsville 4-4 .500 6-5 .545 6. Angelo State
2-6 .250 5-6 .455
7. Incarnate Word
2-6 .250 2-8 .200
8. Eastern New Mexico 1-7 .125 2-9 .182 9. Texas A&M-Commerce 1-7 .125 1-9 .100
NCAA Playoffs SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19 at Washburn 52, Abilene Christian 49 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26 Northwest Missouri 38, at Midwestern State 31 (OT)
Opponents
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1 at Abilene Christian51, Western Oregon 35 Eastern New Mexico 23, at Angelo State 21 West Texas A&M 44, at Tarleton 13 Midwestern State 45, at Incarnate Word 14 at Texas A&M-Kingsville 39, Texas A&M-Commerce 21
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22 Angelo State 45, at Texas A&M-Commerce 14 at West Texas A&M 52, Eastern New Mexico 21 Tarleton 41, at Texas A&M-Kingsville 34 at Midwestern State 70, Abilene Christian 28
Lone Star Conference Football Standings
Texan Football
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 Midwestern State 63, at Texas A&M-Commerce 17 at Angelo State 20, Central Oklahoma 0 North Alabama 23, at Abilene Christian 17 at Texas State 38, Tarleton 28 Eastern New Mexico 28, at Oklahoma Panhandle 19 at Lamar 45, Incarnate Word 35 West Texas A&M 42, at Texas A&M-Kingsville 21
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15 at Northwest Missouri 65, Eastern New Mexico 20 at Abilene Christian 28, West Texas A&M 18 Midwestern State 68, at Angelo State 20 Texas A&M-Kingsville 41, at Incarnate Word 38 at Tarleton 54, Texas A&M-Commerce 27
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2011 LSC week-by-week results
Kanza Bowl, Topeka, Kan. DECEMBER, NOVEMBER 27 at West Texas A&M 26, Central Missouri 7
2011 Review History Conference University
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8 Abilene Christian 36, at Eastern New Mexico 7 at West Texas A&M 19, Angelo State 7 Incarnate Word 23, at Texas A&M-Commerce 22 Lindenwood 41, at Texas A&M-Kingsville 35 at Midwestern State 44, Tarleton 13
2011 players of the week
Date LSC Offense LSC Defense LSC Special Teams
Sept. 5 Sept. 12 Sept. 19 Sept. 26 Oct. 3 Oct. 10 Oct. 17 Oct. 24 Oct. 31 Nov. 7 Nov. 14
Robert Armstrong, TAMUK Blake Hamblin, ASU Dustin Vaughan, WTAMU Keidrick Jackson, MSU Wesley Wood, ENMU Jimmy Pipkin, MSU Jonathan Woodson, TAMUK Brandon Kelsey, MSU Daryl Richardson, ACU Jonathan Woodson, TAMUK Brittan Golden, WTAMU
Ryan Smith, ACU Ty Duncan, MSU Kevin McCluskey, WTAMU Caleb Randolph, WTAMU Pat Gardner, MSU Juan Asencio, UIW Aston Whiteside, ACU Romie Blaylock, MSU Roderick Benman, TAMUK Kevin Birdow, MSU Desmond Jackson, Tarleton
Cordell Valentine
Angel Millan, TAMUK George Shamblen, ASU Jayson Serda, ENMU Michael Odiari, WTAMU Taylor Gabriel, ACU Cordell Valentine, Tarleton Cordell Valentine, Tarleton Paul Mason, ASU Matt Stoll, TAMUK Arvin Jackson, ENMU Greg Saladino, MSU
Desmond Jackson
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2012 Tarleton Football
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
2011 LSC Honors 2011 All-Lone Star Conference Teams
First Team
Offense: Brandon Kelsey (MSU, QB, Jr.); Jonathan Woodson (TAMUK, RB, Jr.); Keidrick Jackson (MSU, RB, So.); Justin Andrews (ACU, FB, Sr.); David Little (MSU, WR, Sr.); Brittan Golden (WTAMU, WR, Sr.); Robert Armstrong (TAMUK, WR, So.); Sherman Batiste (TAMUK, WR, Jr.); Ben Gibbs (ACU, TE, Sr.); Hector Rodriquez (WTAMU, C, Sr.); Matt Webber (ACU, C, Sr.); Ken Van Heule (MSU, OG, Jr.); Hank Gilley (MSU, OG, Sr.); Amini Silatolu (MSU, OT, Sr.); Neal Tivis (ACU, OT, Sr.); Morgan Lineberry (ACU, PK, Jr.); Sergio Castillo (WTAMU, PK, So.); Jonathan Woodson (TAMUK, RS, Jr.). Defense: Dishon Robertson (WTAMU, DT, Sr.); Tyrell Higgins (WTAMU, DT, Jr.); Aston Whiteside (ACU, DE, Sr.); Lawrence Rumph (ASU, DE, Sr.); Jeremy Aguilar (TAMUK, ILB, Jr.); Cory Whitfield (TAMUC, ILB, Sr.); Nate Baggs (ACU, OLB, Dashaun Phillips Sr.); Jeremy Smith (MSU, OLB, Sr.); Caleb Randolph (WTAMU, CB, Sr.); Dashaun Phillips (Tarleton, CB, So.); Darien Williams (ACU, S, Sr.); Curtis Jefferson (WTAMU, S, Sr.); Pat Gardner (MSU, S, Jr.); Kevin Van Voris (WTAMU, P, So.); Taylor Cannon (ENMU, P, Sr.); Brent Schroeder (ACU, DS, So.); Derek Tesch (TAMUK, DS, So.); Randall Arbuckle (MSU, DS, Sr.).
Second Team
Offense: Mitchell Gale (ACU, QB, Jr.); Lester Bush (MSU, RB, Sr.); Daryl Richardson (ACU, RB, Sr.); Jimmy Pipkin (MSU, RB, R-Fr.); Donald Geis (UIW, FB, Sr.); Taylor Gabriel (ACU, WR, So.); Clifton Rhodes III (Tarleton, WR, Fr.); Darian Dale (ENMU, WR, Sr.); Edgard Theliar (MSU, WR, Sr.); Sheldon Galloway (MSU, WR, Sr.); Nate Bayless (ASU, TE, Sr.); Justen Tyler (MSU, C, Jr.); Aaron Mullane (WTAMU, OG, Jr.); Josh Perez (ACU, OG, So.); Adrian Campbell (Tarleton, OT, Jr.); Bryan Keith (MSU, OT, So.); Greg Saladino (MSU, PK, So.); Paul Mason (ASU, RS, R-Fr.). Defense: Donald Moore (ACU, DT, Sr.); Kyle Patterson (ASU, DT, Jr.); Roderick Benman (TAMUK, DE, Sr.); Kevin Birdow Marquis Wadley (MSU, DE, Sr.); Marquis Wadley (Tarleton, ILB, So.); Anthony Scott (WTAMU, ILB, Sr.); Kevin McCluskey (WTAMU, OLB, Jr.); Donald Napoleon (MSU, OLB, R-Fr.); Romie Blaylock (MSU, CB, Sr.); Neiko Conway (MSU, CB, So.); Desmond Jackson (Tarleton, S, Jr.); Chaz Pavliska (UIW, S, Jr.); Devin Haywood (UIW, S, So.); George Shamblen (ASU, P, Sr.); Aaron Wampler (WTAMU, DS, Jr.).
Honorable Mention
Dustin Vaughan (WTAMU, QB, So.); Nick Stephens (Tarleton, QB, Sr.); Wes Wood (ENMU, QB, Jr.); Tristan Carter (ASU, RB, Sr.); Trent Rios (UIW, RB, Jr.); Lance Ratliff (WTAMU, WR, So.); Nathan Slaughter (WTAMU, WR, So.); Taylor Fore (TAMUC, WR, Sr.); Andrew Mocio (UIW, TE, Jr.); Mark Strange (MSU, TE, Fr.); Derek Tesch (TAMUK, TE, So.); Ryan Merryman (ASU, C, Clifton Rhodes III Sr.); Austin Sumrall (ASU, OG, Jr.); Blake Spears (ACU, OG, So.); Craig Watts (WTAMU, OG, So.); Mark Pena (ENMU, OG, Sr.); Shawn Wyatt (Tarleton, OG, Sr.); Adam Robinson (ENMU, OT, Sr.); Jerod Harrell (ACU, OT, Sr.); Arvin Jackson (ENMU, RS, Jr.); Charcandrick West (ACU, RS, So.); Tommy Hampton (WTAMU, RS, Sr.); Jayson Serda (ENMU, RS, So.); Mack Lafaele (MSU, DT, Sr.); Robbie Horton (UIW, DT, So.); Johnny Tivao (TAMUK, DT, Sr.); Ian Ogando (ENMU, DT, Jr.); Paul Gonzalez (MSU, DT, Sr.); Rufus Johnson (Tarleton, DE, Jr.); Logan Johnson (Tarleton, DE, Sr.); Simi Kuli (WTAMU, DE, Jr.); Tim McGill (MSU, DE, Sr.); Thor Woerner (ACU, ILB, So.); Ty Duncan (MSU, ILB, Sr.); Marcus Sanders (TAMUK, ILB, Sr.); Matt Ellerbrock (MSU, ILB, Jr.); Dan Jackson (Tarleton, OLB, Jr.); Joey Mendez (ENMU, OLB, Jr.); LB Suggs (ACU, CB, Jr.); Maurice Caldwell (WTAMU, CB, Sr.); Nate Bailey (ACU, CB, Sr.); Nick Jones (ENMU, CB, Jr.); Terrance Preston (ASU, CB, Sr.); Alvin Johnson (ASU, S, Jr.); Jordan Smith (WTAMU, S, Jr.); Tyler Maner (MSU, S, Sr.); Jayson Serda (ENMU, S, So.); Blair Johnson (Tarleton, S, Jr.); Bernard Griffin (MSU, S, Jr.); Spencer Covey (ACU, P, Jr.); Daniel Allen (ENMU, DS, So.). Adrian Campbell
All-Academic Team
Taylor Fore (TAMUC, Sr., WR); Dustin Vaughan (WTAMU, So., QB); Blake Hamblin (ASU, So., QB); James Cannell (TAMUK, Grad, DT); Tyler Maner (MSU, Sr., DB); Wesley Wood (ENMU, Jr., QB); Nate Bayless (ASU, Grad, TE); Thor Woerner (ACU, So., LB); Charles Segura (UIW, Jr., OG); Aaron Mullane (WTAMU, Jr., OL); Seth Bailey (ENMU, So., WR). LSC Academic Player of the Year – Taylor Fore, Texas A&M-Commerce
Commissioner’s Honor Roll Desmond Jackson
68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
Tarleton Only: Arthur Buckingham, Kade Cole, Charles Moore, Jonathan Vanliew, Levi Kirkland, Cory Jackson, Blake Wiest, Pattrick Bettiol, and Matt Knicky.
2011 LSC YEARLY AWARD WINNERS
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Offensive Player of the Year: Brandon Kelsey, Midwestern State
Defensive Player of the Year: Aston Whiteside, Abilene Christian
Offensive Back of the Year: Mitchell Gale, Abilene Christian
Defensive Lineman of the Year: Aston Whiteside, Abilene Christian
Receiver of the Year: David Little, Midwestern State
Linebacker of the Year: Jeremy Aguilar, Texas A&M-Kingsville
Offensive Lineman of the Year: Amini Silatolu, Midwestern State
Defensive Back of the Year: Deshaun Phillips, Tarleton State
Freshman of the Year: Jimmy Pipken, Midwestern State
Coach of the Year: Bill Maskill, Midwestern State
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2012 Tarleton Football
2011 LSC Stats Total Offense 1. Midwestern State 2. Abilene Christian 3. West Texas A&M 4. Texas A&M-Kingsville 5. Tarleton Passing Offense 1. West Texas A&M 2. Abilene Christian 3. Tarleton 4. Texas A&M-Kingsville 5. Eastern New Mexico
G Rush 11 3558 11 1750 11 1140 11 1858 11 1114
Pass Plays 2293 777 3838 842 3941 734 3132 846 3197 783
G Comp.-Att.-Int. Pct. Yards TD 11 270-453-9 59.6 3941 32 11 278-466-10 59.7 3838 28 11 258-462-8 55.8 3197 21 11 259-441-16 58.7 3132 25 11 320-511-15 62.6 3109 25 G 11 11 11 11 11
Scoring Offense 1. Midwestern State 2. Abilene Christian 3. West Texas A&M 4. Tarleton 5. Texas A&M-Kingsville
G TDs 11 74 11 53 11 52 11 45 11 46
Att. 521 405 376 436 321
Yards 3558 1858 1750 1705 1114
G Comp.-Att.-Int. 11 235-416-18 11 248-450-8 11 206-388-10 10 187-312-7 11 264-451-15
Rushing Defense 1. Texas A&M-Kingsville 2. Angelo State 3. Midwestern State 4. West Texas A&M 6. Tarleton
G 11 11 11 11 11 G TDs 11 26 11 35 11 37 11 41 11 44
Att. 345 332 361 389 403
Pass Plays 2386 805 2707 733 2690 811 2823 756 2901 854 Pct. 56.5 55.1 53.1 59.9 58.5
Yards 1132 1198 1241 1252 1632
Passing 1. Mitchell Gale, ACU 2. D. Vaughan, WTAMU 3. N. Stephens, Tarleton 4. Wesley Wood, ENMU
G Comp.-Att.-Int. 11 276-458-9 11 227-382-6 11 242-429-8 11 287-442-13
Total Offense 1. Mitchell Gale, ACU 2. D. Vaughan, WTAMU 3. Wesley Wood, ENMU 4. Brandon Kelsey, MSU 5. N. Stephens, Tarleton
G Rush 11 97 11 26 11 259 11 967 11 -133
Pts. 535 410 396 362 341
Total 3638 3839 3931 4021 4533
Avg. 48.6 37.3 36.0 32.9 31.0 Avg. 330.7 349.0 357.4 365.5 412.1
Yards TDs Avg. 2386 15 216.9 2690 21 244.5 2707 22 246.1 2512 22 251.2 2901 21 263.7
Avg. 3.3 3.6 3.4 3.2 4.0
TDs 14 15 12 10 20
FG XPT 2XP Saf. 6 26 0 0 5 30 0 0 10 33 0 1 10 36 2 2 6 38 2 0
YPG 102.9 108.9 112.8 113.8 148.4
Pts. Avg. 200 18.2 257 23.4 287 26.1 320 29.1 324 29.5
Kick Returns: 1. West Texas A&M, 22.4 yards per return; 2. Midwestern State, 21.7 yards per return; 4. Tarleton, 20.7 yards per return. Punt Returns: 1. Eastern New Mexico, 11.9 yards per return; 2. Texas A&MCommerce, 11.5 yards per return; 7. Tarleton, 7.2 yards per return. Punting: 1. West Texas A&M, 38.3 yards per punt; 2. Tarleton, 36.1 yards per punt; 3. Angelo State, 34.4 yards per punt. Turnover Margin: 1. Tarleton, 0.73; 2. Angelo State, 0.64; 3. West Texas A&M, 0.36. Pass Efficiency: 1. Midwestern State, 161.2; 2. West Texas A&M, 152.0; 5. Tarleton, 125.5. Pass Defense Efficiency: 1. West Texas A&M, 107.9; 2. Midwestern State, 117.2; 3. Tarleton, 121.3. Sacks By: 1. Abilene Christian, 37-241; 2. West Texas A&M, 27-170; 6. Tarleton, 14-93. Sacks Allowed: 1. Midwestern State, 9-36; Incarnate Word, 13-98; 4. Tarleton, 17-136. Field Goals: 1. Texas A&M-Kingsville, 9-10, .900; 2. Abilene Christian, 1417, .824; 6. Tarleton, 15-23, .652. PAT Kicking: 1. Angelo State, 37-37, 1.000; 2. West Texas A&M, 49-50, .980; 3. Tarleton, 43-45, .956. Opponent 3rd-Down Conversion: 4. Tarleton, 61-175, 34.9. 4th-Down Conversion: 2. Tarleton, 8-15, 53.3. Opponent 4th-Down Conversion: 7. Tarleton, 15-29, 51.7.
Receiving 1. B. Golden, WTAMU 2. Taylor Gabriel, ACU 3. L. Ratliff, WTAMU 4. C. Rhodes, Tarleton 5. Darian Dale, ENMU All-Purpose 1. J. Woodson, TAMUK 2. B. Golden, WTAMU 3. Taylor Gabriel, ACU 4. Daryl Richardson, ACU 5. Charcandrick West, ACU
Att. Yards YPR TD Avg. 155 1044 6.7 18 94.9 161 1017 6.3 9 92.5 113 967 8.6 11 87.9 171 926 5.4 11 84.2 139 669 4.8 7 60.8 Pct. Yards TDs Avg. 60.3 3823 28 347.5 59.4 3316 25 301.5 56.4 3005 20 273.2 64.9 2711 22 246.5
Pass Plays 3823 524 3316 421 2711 570 1951 336 3005 485
Total 3920 3342 2970 2918 2872
Avg. 356.4 303.8 270.0 265.3 261.1
G Rec. Yards TD Avg./C Avg. 11 55 1076 12 19.6 97.8 11 64 988 10 15.4 89.8 11 44 848 6 19.3 77.1 11 52 827 3 15.9 75.2 11 84 798 6 9.5 72.5 G Rush Rec. Returns 11 1017 556 736 11 0 1076 221 11 104 988 136 11 825 371 0 11 380 200 614
Total Avg. 2309 209.9 1297 117.9 1228 111.6 1196 108.7 1194 108.5
Kick Returns 1. Arvin Jackson, ENMU 2. Charcandrick West, ACU 3. J. Woodson, TAMUK
G 11 11 11
Ret. 29 29 36
Yards 630 614 736
TDs 1 0 0
Avg. 21.7 21.2 20.4
Punt Returns 1. Arron Fisher, TAMUK
G 10
Ret. 22
Yards 122
TDs Avg. 0 5.5
Punting 1. Taylor Cannon, ENMU 2. K. VanVoris, WTAMU 3. George Shamblen, ASU
G Punts Yards Avg. 11 38 1631 42.9 11 45 1929 42.9 11 64 2599 40.6
Scoring 1. K. Jackson, MSU 2. Lester Bush, MSU Morgan Lineberry, ACU
G TDs FGs PATs Points PPG 11 19 0 0 114 10.4 11 14 0 2 86 7.8 11 0 13 47 86 7.8
Field Goals 1. Morgan Lineberry, ACU 2. Jarred Martin, ASU 3. Matt Stoll, TAMUK S. Castillo Jr., WTAMU
G 11 11 11 11
FG 13 11 9 9
FGA 16 16 10 13
Pct. 81.2 68.8 90.0 69.2
FG/G 1.18 1.00 0.82 0.82
PAT Kicking: 1. Jarred Martin, ASU, 37-37, 100.0; 2. S. Castillo Jr., WTAMU, 49-50, 98.0; 3. Michael Cottingham, ENMU, 28-29, 96.6. Interceptions: 1. Devin Haywood, UIW, 0.70 per game; 2. D.Phillips, Tarleton, 0.64 per game; 3. C. Randolph, WTAMU, 0.45 per game. Tackles: 1. Marquis Wadley, Tarleton, 10.8 per game; 2. Cory Whitfield, TAMUC, 10.3 per game; 3. Juan Asencio, UIW, 8.8 per game; 7. Dan Jackson, Tarleton, 6.7 per game; 16. Blair Johnson, Tarleton, 6.1 per game; 23. Desmond Jackson, Tarleton, 5.8 per game. Tackles for Loss: 1. Roderick Benman, TAMUK, 1.45 per game; 2. Rufus Johnson, Tarleton, 1.41 per game; 3. Lawrence Rumph, ASU, 1.35 per game; 7. Logan Johnson, Tarleton, 1.23 per game. Sacks: 1. Roderick Benman, TAMUK, 1.09 per game; 2. Lawrence Rumph, ASU, 0.90 per game; 3. Logan Johnson, Tarleton, 0.73 per game; 8. Rufus Johnson, Tarleton, 0.50 per game. Passes Defended: T1. Dashaun Phillips, Tarleton, 1.36 per game; T1. Romie Blaylock, MSU, 1.36 per game; 3. Demontrelle Smith, TAMUK, 1.09 per game; T5. Gaston Benson, Tarleton, 1.00 per game; T11. Blair Johnson, Tarleton, 0.73 per game. Fumbles Forced: 1. Marquis Wadley, Tarleton, 0.36 per game; T2. S. Kull, WTAMU, 0.30 per game; T2. Juan Asencio, UIW, 0.30 per game. Fumbles Recovered: T1. Matt Knicky, Tarleton, 0.22 per game; T1. Montez Singleton, TAMUK, 0.22 per game; T7. Desmond Jackson, Tarleton, 0.18 per game
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Passing Defense 1. West Texas A&M 2. Midwestern State 3. Texas A&M-Kingsville 4. Texas A&M-Commerce 7. Tarleton
Avg. 358.3 348.9 290.6 284.7 282.6
G 11 11 11 11 11
Opponents
G Rush 11 1252 11 1132 11 1241 11 1198 11 1632
Rushing 1. K. Jackson, MSU 2. Jonathan Woodson, TAMUK 3. Brandon Kelsey, MSU 4. Tristan Carter, ASU 8. C. Vaughn, Tarleton
Avg. TDs YPG 6.8 54 323.5 4.6 19 168.9 4.7 21 159.1 3.9 16 155.0 3.5 18 101.3
FG XPT 2XP Saf. 6 67 2 1 14 48 1 0 9 49 2 2 15 43 0 1 9 34 1 0
Total Defense 1. West Texas A&M 2. Texas A&M-Kingsville 3. Midwestern State 4. Angelo State 5. Tarleton
Avg. 531.9 508.0 461.9 453.6 391.9
Texan Football
Rushing Offense 1. Midwestern State 2. Texas A&M-Kingsville 3. Abilene Christian 4. Angelo State 7. Tarleton
Scoring Defense 1. West Texas A&M 2. Midwestern State 3. Angelo State 4. Tarleton 5. Abilene Christian
Total 5851 5588 5081 4990 4311
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Individual Stat Leaders
Team Stat Leaders
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Individual Statistics Abilene Christian
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Texans drop first game of season, 27-24 STEPHENVILLE – The Tarleton Texan football team hosted the No. 4 Abilene Christian Wildcats Thursday night at Tarleton Memorial Stadium. It came down to the final play of the game, but a costly interception in the end zone let ACU limp away with a 27-24 victory over the Texans. ACU won the coin toss and deferred to Tarleton. The Texans chose to take the ball first and started their initial drive at the 20-yard line. Unfortunately, a pair of sacks sandwiched a five-yard completion to receiver Jamal Mays and Tarleton’s first drive ended as a three and out. It was now the Wildcats’ and Lone Star Conference preseason Offensive Player of the Year Mitchell Gale’s opportunity. They put together a 4:58 drive down to the one yard line and ended it with a one-yard completion from Gale to Daniel Talavera at the 8:13 mark in the first quarter. Morgan Lineberry converted the extra point to make it a 7-0 ball game. Their drive took nine plays and almost five minutes to go just 35 yards. The Tarleton defense did however manage to step up and stifle the Wildcats on the next possession, giving the ball back to the offense at their own 19 yard line. Nick Stephens and the Texans’ new air raid offense came to life with just 1:54 remaining in the first half, as the senior quarterback hooked up with Evan Robertson for eight yards, Clifton Rhodes for 19 yards, and Lance Clark for 35 yards. Brandon Lowery ended the drive with a five yard rush for a touchdown, tying the game up at 7-7 with 0:27 left in the first quarter. ACU stumbled on their first drive in the second quarter, but were able to hold Tarleton to only 19 yards gained on the Texans’ first drive in the second. The Wildcats spent the next 6:08 trying to take back the lead with 11 plays, but had to settle for a 27 yard field goal due to the rampant Tarleton defense. That sparked a momentum shift for the Texans, who went out and scored on a Lowery 14-yard touchdown reception from Stephens after just under two minutes of possession. The sophomore running back picked up his second score of the day and gave Tarleton a 14-10 lead at the 2:40 mark. The Wildcats started the second half with a three-and-out, which was matched by the Texans on their first drive. ACU’s second drive was not as futile though, as a 41-yard touchdown reception by Charcandrick West courtesy of Gale put the Wildcats back up on top of the Texans 17-14. Finding themselves down three, Tarleton stormed back towards the end of the quarter with yet another score by Lowery, this time a two-yard rush to the right. As the clock ticked past 5:30 remaining in the third quarter, the Texans’ confidence was growing with a 21-17 lead over the No. 4 team in the nation. A couple of back-and-forth drives followed, but it was Tarleton that would strike again before the quarter expired with a 27yard field goal by Serrano. The Texans entered the final quarter with a slight seven point lead, but the momentum in their favor. The Texans stonewalled the running attack of the Wildcats. ACU was held to a 39-yard field goal attempt that was converted by Lineberry. Tarleton still hung on by a narrow margin of 24-20 with six minutes remaining. ACU needed to get the ball back quickly while Tarleton just tried to burn some clock. Both teams had a pair of short drives that resulted in no damage, until the Wildcats broke open the game with a 23-yard touchdown pass from Gale to Daryl Richardson. The Texans now found themselves trailing 27-24 with just 1:05 left in the game and all three timeouts. Tarleton had prepared all offseason for this moment and with the implementation of the new offense, head coach Cary Fowler was given the chance to see what his team was made of. The final drive of the game started off in ACU’s favor with a pair of sacks on Stephens, putting the Texans in a hole early. They were able to bounce back though with a receptions by Clifton Rhodes (19 yards), Devon Gray (25 yards) and Lowery (18 yards), whose catch came on a third-and-20. Tarleton used their timeouts wisely and put themselves in a golden opportunity with a first-and-goal at the five yard line, eight seconds remaining, and the option to go for a touchdown or settle for the field goal. The Texans broke the huddle and went with a scramble option for Stephens that led him to the opposing sideline. At the last second before getting hit by ACU’s defensive line, he attempted to bullet a pass into his receiver at the front of the end zone. Unfortunately, a Wildcat defender slipped in front and intercepted the ball to end the game. ACU narrowly escaped with a 27-24 victory. It was a tough loss for the Texans, but they fought valiantly against a very good Abilene Christian team that deserved its No. 4-ranking.
Scoring Summary Team ACU Tarleton ACU Tarleton ACU Tarleton Tarleton ACU ACU
Qtr Time 1st 8:13 1st 0:27 2nd 4:49 2nd 2:47 3rd 10:40 3rd 5:30 3rd 0:54 4th 6:15 4th 1:09
Scoring play Conversion D. Talavera 1 yd pass from M. Gale Lineberry kick B. Lowery 5 yd run Serrano kick Lineberry 27 yd field goal B. Lowery 14 yd padd from Stephens Serrano kick C. West 41 yd pass from M. Gale Lineberry kick B. Lowery 2 yd run Serrano kick Serrano 27 yd field goal Lineberry 39 yd field goal D. Richardson 23 yd pass from Gale Lineberry kick
TEAM STATS FIRST DOWNS RUSHES-YARDS (NET) PASSING YDS (NET) Passes Comp-Att-Int TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS Fumble Returns-Yards Punt Returns-Yards Kickoff Returns-Yards Interception Returns-Yards Punts (Number-Avg) Fumbles-Lost Penalties-Yards Possession Time Third-Down Conversions Fourth-Down Conversions Red-Zone Scores-Chances Sacks By: Number-Yards
68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
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Plays-Yards 9-35 6-81 11-63 6-37 4-64 5-22 8-61 10-37 5-66
TOP 4:58 1:27 5:58 1:52 1:35 1:58 2:05 3:54 0:52
ACU TARLETON 7 0 7 7 10 7 10 14 17 14 17 21 17 24 20 24 27 24
ACU Tarleton 27 24 34-101 34-52 335 339 26-49-2 26-44-2 83-436 78-391 0-0 0-0 2-16 2-33 5-56 4-112 2-4 2-13 4-37.0 6-36.0 4-0 2-0 14-90 6-69 33:31 26:29 8 of 19 6 of 15 1 of 2 0 of 0 3-4 4-7 8-61 1-2
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Rushing No Gain Loss Net TD Lg Avg Brown,R. 17 50 7 43 0 7 2.5 Gabriel,T. 3 33 1 32 0 26 10.7 Gale,M. 10 39 14 25 0 15 2.5 West,C. 4 6 5 1 0 3 0.2 Totals... 34 128 27 101 0 26 3.0 Passing Cmp-Att-Int Yds TD Long Sack Gale,M. 26-49-2 335 3 41 1 Totals... 26-49-2 335 3 41 1 Receiving No. Yds TD Long Hogg,D. 7 99 0 37 -Harkless,D.C 4 50 0 28 West,C. 4 47 1 41 Gabriel,T. 3 43 0 19 Gibbs,B. 3 37 0 14 Richardson,D. 2 50 1 27 Brown,R. 2 8 0 5 Alegeh,A. 1 1 1 1 Totals... 26 335 3 41 Punting Covey,S. Totals...
No. Yds Avg Long In20 TB 4 148 37.0 46 2 0 4 148 37.0 46 2 0
Field goal attempts Lineberry,M. 2nd 04:49 27 yds Good Lineberry,M. 2nd 01:01 53 yds Returned Lineberry,M. 4th 06:15 39 yds Good FUMBLES: Abilene Christian-Gale,M. 2-0; -Harkless,D.C 1-0; Andrews,J. 1-0.
Tarleton
Rushing No Gain Loss Net TD Lg Avg E. Robertson 14 61 4 57 0 15 4.1 B. Lowery 7 33 0 33 2 8 4.7 J. Sturns 1 5 0 5 0 5 5.0 L. Hill 1 0 0 0 0 0 0.0 N. Stephens 11 18 61 -43 0 8 -3.9 Totals... 34 117 65 52 2 15 1.5 Passing Cmp-Att-Int Yds TD Long Sack N. Stephens 26-44-2 339 1 35 8 Totals... 26-44-2 339 1 35 8 Receiving No. Yds TD Long C. Rhodes 5 107 0 32 E. Robertson 4 15 0 8 L. Clark 3 70 0 35 B. Lowery 3 40 1 18 T. Waits 3 18 0 11 D. Gray 2 31 0 25 W. McLane 2 19 0 14 J. Mays 2 13 0 8 B. Croak 1 23 0 23 D. Phillips 1 3 0 3 Totals... 26 339 1 35 Punting J. Owens Team Totals...
No. Yds Avg Long In20 TB 5 194 38.8 50 1 0 0 22 0.0 22 0 0 5 216 43.2 50 1 0
Field goal attempts J. Serrano 1st 04:40 B. Wiest 3rd 12:15 J. Serrano 3rd 00:54 Kickoffs J. Serrano B. Wiest
34 yds 46 yds 27 yds
No. Yds TB OB Avg 2 64 0 0 32.0 3 192 0 0 64.0
FUMBLES: Tarleton-L. Hill 1-0; E. Robertson 1-0.
Missed Missed Good
2012 Tarleton Football Game 2 | September 10, 2011 Tiger Stadium | 5,827 | Livngston, Ala.
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Time 10:22 10:02 6:37 13:43 13:23 12:40 0:33 13:27 8:27 4:50 0:53
Scoring play Conversion C. Rhodes 23 yd pass from Stephens Owens kick K. May 70 yd pass from G. Johnston Smith kick D. Gray 6 yd pass from Stephens Owens kick G. Worsham 4 yd pass from Johnston Smith kick Johnston 9 yd run Smith kick C. Amacker 29 yd pass from Johnston Smith kick B. Lowery 1 yd run Owens kick Lowery 10 yd run Owens kick Stephens 6 yd run Owens kick D. Smith 8 yd run Smith kick M. Willis 15 yd run Smith kick
TEAM STATS FIRST DOWNS RUSHES-YARDS (NET) PASSING YDS (NET) Passes Comp-Att-Int TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS Fumble Returns-Yards Punt Returns-Yards Kickoff Returns-Yards Interception Returns-Yards Punts (Number-Avg) Fumbles-Lost Penalties-Yards Possession Time Third-Down Conversions Fourth-Down Conversions Red-Zone Scores-Chances Sacks By: Number-Yards
Plays-Yards 7-78 2-70 9-30 14-76 1-9 1-29 4-61 6-43 9-90 8-65 9-85
TOP TARLETON UWA 3:01 7 0 0:14 7 7 3:10 14 7 7:48 14 14 0:02 14 21 0:00 14 28 0:38 21 28 1:36 28 28 2:04 35 28 3:32 35 35 2:40 35 42
UWA Tarleton 24 24 47-229 25-90 217 355 16-26-1 33-52-0 73-446 77-445 1-21 0-0 6-223 3-25 7-426 6-346 0-0 1-33 6-37.2 7-35.7 1-1 3-3 9-78 11-164 32:53 27:07 6 of 15 3 of 13 2 of 2 1 of 1 4-5 5-5 2-14 2-8
Punting No. Yds Avg Long In20 TB Brock Sharp 6 223 37.2 45 1 0 Totals... 6 223 37.2 45 1 0 Field goal attempts Ryne Smith 3rd 08:08 34 yds
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Kickoffs No. Yds TB OB Avg --------------------------------------Brock Sharp 7 426 0 0 60.9 FUMBLES: West Alabama-Wes Mounger 1-1
Tarleton
Rushing No Gain Loss Net TD Lg Avg B. Lowery 9 51 4 47 2 22 5.2 E. Robertson 4 26 0 26 0 18 6.5 C. Vaughn 5 21 2 19 0 11 3.8 L. Hill 1 0 0 0 0 0 0.0 N. Stephens 6 16 18 -2 1 9 -0.3 Totals... 25 114 24 90 3 22 3.6 Passing N. Stephens R. Green Totals...
Cmp-Att-Int Yds TD Long Sack 32-51-0 310 2 26 2 1-1-0 45 0 45 0 33-52-0 355 2 45 2
Receiving C. Rhodes T. Waits B. Croak D. Gray C. Vaughn W. McLane E. Robertson R. Green L. Clark J. Sturns B. Lowery Totals...
No. 9 5 5 4 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 33
Yds TD Long 147 1 45 53 0 18 26 0 7 48 1 26 19 0 12 12 0 9 11 0 9 17 0 17 13 0 13 11 0 11 -2 0 0 355 2 45
Punting No. Yds Avg Long In20 TB J. Owens 7 250 35.7 46 3 0 Totals... 7 250 35.7 46 3 0 Field goal attempts Kickoffs No. Yds TB OB Avg --------------------------------------J. Owens 6 346 0 0 57.7 FUMBLES: Tarleton-L. Hill 1-1; N. Stephens 1-1; W. McLane 1-1
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Qtr 1st 1st 1st 2nd 2nd 2nd 2nd 4th 4th 4th 4th
Receiving No. Yds TD Long Gerald Worsham 6 45 1 11 Ken May 5 92 1 70 Curt Amacker 4 60 1 29 Matthew Willis 1 20 0 20 Totals... 16 217 3 70
Opponents
Scoring Summary Team Tarleton UWA Tarleton UWA UWA UWA Tarleton Tarleton Tarleton UWA UWA
Passing Cmp-Att-Int Yds TD Long Sack Gary Johnston 16-26-1 217 3 70 2 Totals... 16-26-1 217 3 70 2
Texan Football
LIVINGSTON, Ala. – The Tarleton football team faced off against West Alabama for the first time in school history Saturday evening in Livingston, Ala. The Tigers got the better of the Texans by a score of 42-35. The Texans got off to a strong start defensively after winning the coin toss and deferring. Tarleton was able to hold the host Tigers to a three-and-out on their first drive of the game. Tarleton’s first offensive drive of the game started at the 22-yard line for the Texans. They marched 78 yards on nine plays and ended with a 23-yard touchdown pass from senior quarterback Nick Stephens to Clifton Rhodes. The Texans got on the board early, which was a point head coach Cary Fowler had made prior to the game. The Tigers responded with a 70-yard fade right up the middle on the second play of the drive, as Gary Johnston hooked up with Ken May. The extra-point made it a 7-7 ball game with 10:02 on the clock. Lowery countered with a big kickoff return, going for 61 yards and giving the Texans great field position. Tarleton marched into the red zone, before Devon Gray scored with six-yard touchdown reception from Stephens. Jerry Owens converted the extra point to give the Texans the lead, 14-7. It was a 30-yard drive, coming on seven plays. At that point something triggered on the West Alabama sideline, who began to put a comeback together on both sides of the ball. With 13:43 to go in the second quarter, the Tigers tied the game up with a four-yard touchdown reception by Gerald Worsham from Johnston. After the kickoff and on the first play from scrimmage, Stephens dropped back and was hit by a blind-side rush. The ball popped out and was scooped up by the Tigers. Immediately, Johnston capitalized on the turnover with a nine-yard rush for a touchdown, giving West Alabama a 21-14 lead. Once again, Tarleton returned the kick and set up for a drive deep in their own territory. But once again, the Tiger defense forced another fumble after Lance Clark caught a pass from Stephens and then was stripped at the 29-yard line. West Alabama began their next drive with 12:40 remaining in the second quarter and on the next play, the Tigers exploited the Tarleton defense for a 29-yard touchdown pass to Curt Amacker. That gave West Alabama a 28-14 advantage heading closer to the halfway point. The Texans needed to do something before time ran out to give themselves a chance heading into the half. Tarleton started their drive at the 39-yard line and used a little trickery to get things going offensively. Offensive coordinator Lee Hays called up a double-pass play that worked to perfection, as Stephens tossed it out to Roddy Green on his right, who then threw down the Tarleton sideline to Rhodes for a 48-yard completion. That set things up for Lowery, who added his second touchdown with 0:33 left in the half on a one-yard rush, cutting Tarleton’s deficit 28-21. The Texans got a break at the start of the fourth quarter when West Alabama fumbled a punt. With a short field, Tarleton managed to punch it on a 10-yard rush by Lowery. The drive went 43 yards on six plays and the offense began to come alive just in the nick of time. With 8:27 on the clock, the Texans jumped ahead on a Stephen’s six-yard rush for a 35-28 lead. That wrapped up a 90-yard drive that took eight plays and shifted all momentum in Tarleton’s favor. West Alabama attempted to answer with their own drive down the field and ate away at the clock with their option attack. They were able to tie the game at 35-35 when Johnston got wrapped up at the eight-yard line, but tossed the ball to his running back Don Smith, who took it in for the score. Time started to become a factor as West Alabama had the ball with the clock under two minutes, marching down the field for at least a field goal attempt. A couple of big plays and some costly penalties put the Tigers in good field position while the Texans’ backs were against the wall. West Alabama would not settle for a field goal though, as running back Mathew Willis scrambled in from the 15-yard line. The Tigers went 85 yards in eight plays and moved the clock under a minute of action. For the second straight week, the Texans had one last drive to stay in the ball game, but this week left them with only 0:53 of clock. Tarleton managed to drive all the way down to the 42-yard line, but time just ran out as the Tigers escaped with 42-35 victory. The Texans amassed 445 yards of total offense, with 355 yards coming through the air and 90 yards coming on the ground. West Alabama was right there with 446 total yards, but 229 of their yards came on the ground.
Rushing No Gain Loss Net TD Lg Avg Gary Johnston 21 118 12 106 1 17 5.0 Matthew Willis 16 101 2 99 1 15 6.2 Don Smith 5 15 0 15 1 8 3.0 T-Ray Mitchell 5 9 0 9 0 5 1.8 Totals... 47 243 14 229 3 17 4.9
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2012 Tarleton Football Game 3 | September 17, 2011 Bobcat Stadium | 15,800 | San Marcos
Individual Statistics Texas State
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Texans fall to Bobcats, 38-28 SAN MARCOS – The Tarleton football team took on Division I opponent Texas State Saturday night in San Marcos, but were disappointed after a Bobcat second half handed the Texans a loss. Tarleton got off to their usual fast start, and turned their first drive into a 44-yard field goal conversion by Jerry Owens on a drive that went five plays, 41 yards and 57 seconds. Texas State responded with a 53-yard field goal of its own, but took almost five minutes to do so. Before the first quarter would end, the Texans would get another three points on a 40-yard field goal from Owens. Neither offense would threaten the end zone as both defenses held firm. In the second quarter, the Bobcats would breach the goal line first at the 13:52 mark with a Franks 7-yd rush, making it a 10-6 ball game. Both teams settled in defensively, as the next 10 minutes saw quick drives and long starting fields. Tarleton broke the stalemate at the 2:29 mark with Owens’ third field goal of the game, this time a 38-yarder. Texas State turned their next drive into a field goal after 10 plays and 62 yards, leaving 21 seconds on the clock. The Texans were not done though, and Owens hit his fourth field goal of the half from 26 yards out as Tarleton entered the break down 13-12. As the third quarter got underway, the Bobcats took over deep in their own territory. Tarleton’s defense stepped up big and gave the Texans a 14-13 by forcing a safety. Another seven minutes ticked off the clock before Franks broke open the game with a two-yard rush, followed by a twopoint conversion, giving the Bobcats a 21-14 lead. It was once again Tarleton’s turn to attempt a comeback, and they did just that at the 1:54 mark when Roddy Green caught his first touchdown as a Texan on a 23-yard pass from Nick Stephens. That capped off an 11 play, 80 yard drive that took 4:54. The Texans’ lead would not last long though as Texas State’s Tim Hawkins slipped through the Tarleton defense for a 54-yard touchdown run on the second play from scrimmage. The score put the Texans down 28-21. The Bobcats would strike twice more in the fourth quarter, once on a 37-yard field goal and again with a 31-yard run by Franks, his third score of the game. That put Tarleton in a big hole, down 38-21 with precious time ticking away. Tarleton’s rally started with 2:10 left in the game when Evan Robertson scored from two yards out, to make it a 38-28 ball game. But for the third straight week, time was not in Tarleton’s favor as the Texans fell to Texas State 38-28. Overall, Tarleton amassed 301 yards total offense, compared to Texas State’s 341 yards. The Texans had 256 yards through the air and 45 yards on the ground. Stephens led way with 21-of-41 passing, 256 yards and a touchdown. Robertson controlled the running game with nine carries, 54 yards gained and a score. Green marked the third 100-yard game for a Texan receiver this year, catching seven passes for 123 yards and a score. Special teams were a big part of Tarleton’s effort, with Owens averaging 44.3 yards per punt on six kicks and converting all four of his field goal attempts. Defensively, Desmond Jackson and Marquis Wadley both had 10 tackles, while Wadley also contributed two tackles for loss. Tarleton drops to 0-3 on the year. The Texans will get a shot at their second Lone Star Conference opponent of the season when they head to Portales, N.M. to face Eastern New Mexico next Saturday at 3 p.m. Central.
Scoring Summary Team Tarleton Texas St. Tarleton Texas St. Tarleton Texas St. Tarleton Tarleton Texas St. Tarleton Texas St. Texas St. Texas St. Tarleton
Qtr Time 1st 14:03 1st 9:23 1st 6:57 2nd 13:52 2nd 2:29 2nd 0:21 2nd 0:00 3rd 14:36 3rd 6:18 3rd 1:54 3rd 1:14 4th 14:07 4th 6:48 4th 2:10
Scoring play Conversion Plays-Yards J. Owens 44 yd field goal 5-41 W. Johnson 53 yd field goal 9-29 J. Owens 40 yd field goal 10-57 T. Franks 7 yd run W. Johnson kick 5-30 J. Owens 38 yd field goal 7-22 W. Johnson 42 yd field goal 10-62 J. Owens 26 yd field goal 3-33 Safety - T. Franks 2 yd run C. Mathews 2-pt.(pass) 7-60 R. Green 23 yd pass from Stephens Owens kick 11-80 T. Hawkins 54 yd run W. Johnson kick 2-69 W. Johnson 37 yd field goal 5-0 T. Franks 31 yd run W. Johnson kick 3-40 E. Robertson 2 yd run Owens kick 12-55
TEAM STATS FIRST DOWNS RUSHES-YARDS (NET) PASSING YDS (NET) Passes Comp-Att-Int TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS Fumble Returns-Yards Punt Returns-Yards Kickoff Returns-Yards Interception Returns-Yards Punts (Number-Avg) Fumbles-Lost Penalties-Yards Possession Time Third-Down Conversions Fourth-Down Conversions Red-Zone Scores-Chances Sacks By: Number-Yards
68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
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TOP TARLETON TXST 0:57 3 0 4:35 3 3 2:26 6 3 2:12 6 10 2:34 9 10 2:02 9 13 0:20 12 13 - 14 13 3:38 14 21 4:24 21 21 0:35 21 28 1:49 21 31 1:22 21 38 4:34 28 38
TXST Tarleton 16 19 49-235 26-45 106 256 11-22-0 21-42-0 71-341 68-301 0-0 0-0 5-49 3-31 8-484 5-294 0-0 0-0 5-45.8 6-44.3 2-0 3-1 8-91 7-45 33:01 26:59 5 of 17 7 of 18 1 of 3 1 of 1 3-3 2-2 2-21 0-0
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Rushing No Gain Loss Net TD Lg Avg Curry, Marcus 15 77 2 75 0 16 5.0 Franks, T. 12 74 0 74 3 31 6.2 Hawkins, Tim 6 65 1 64 1 54 10.7 Rutherford, S. 13 48 2 46 0 11 3.5 Bolden, Darius 1 2 0 2 0 2 2.0 TEAM 2 0 26 -26 0 0 -13.0 Totals... 49 266 31 235 4 54 4.8 Passing Cmp-Att-Int Yds TD Long Sack Rutherford, S. 11-22-0 106 0 34 0 Totals... 11-22-0 106 0 34 0 Receiving No. Yds TD Long Curry, Marcus 3 11 0 6 Doll, Kyle 2 55 0 34 Garcia, Alvaro 1 13 0 13 Bolden, Darius 1 11 0 11 Matthews, Cody 1 7 0 7 Lewis, David 1 4 0 4 Harper, Chase 1 3 0 3 Franks, T. 1 2 0 2 Totals... 11 106 0 34 Punting No. Follis, Ben 4 Rutherford, S. 1 Totals... 5
Yds Avg Long In20 TB 186 46.5 53 1 1 43 43.0 43 1 0 229 45.8 53 2 1
Field goal attempts Johnson, Will 1st 09:23 Johnson, Will 2nd 00:21 Johnson, Will 4th 14:07
53 yds 42 yds 37 yds
Good Good Good
FUMBLES: Texas State-TEAM 1-0; Rutherford, S. 1-0
Tarleton
Rushing No Gain Loss Net TD Lg Avg E. Robertson 9 58 4 54 1 22 6.0 B. Croak 2 12 0 12 0 9 6.0 N. Stephens 9 41 30 11 0 19 1.2 J. Sturns 1 1 0 1 0 1 1.0 C. Vaughn 4 16 32 -16 0 9 -4.0 Team 1 0 17 -17 0 0 -17.0 Totals... 26 128 83 45 1 22 1.7 Passing Cmp-Att-Int Yds TD Long Sack N. Stephens 21-41-0 256 1 44 2 A. Buckingham 0-1-0 0 0 0 0 Totals... 21-42-0 256 1 44 2 Receiving R. Green T. Waits B. Croak E. Robertson B. Lowery W. McLane A. Buckingham C. Vaughn C. Rhodes J. Mays Totals...
No. Yds 7 123 4 65 2 10 2 7 1 24 1 11 1 10 1 9 1 -1 1 -2 21 256
TD Long 1 44 0 39 0 11 0 4 0 24 0 11 0 10 0 9 0 0 0 0 1 44
Punting No. Yds Avg Long In20 TB J. Owens 6 266 44.3 57 0 0 Totals... 6 266 44.3 57 0 0 Field goal attempts J. Owens 1st J. Owens 1st J. Owens 2nd J. Owens 2nd
14:03 44 yds 06:57 40 yds 02:29 38 yds 00:00 26 yds
Good Good Good Good
FUMBLES: Tarleton-C. Vaughn 2-1; N. Stephens 1-0.
2012 Tarleton Football Game 4 | September 24, 2011 Greyhound Stadium | 2,313 | Blackwater Draw, NM
Game-By-Game Review Eastern New Mexico
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Scoring play Conversion Plays-Yards TOP TARLETON ENMU W. Wood 39 yd run M. Cottingham kick 3-64 1:11 0 7 R. Green 25 yd pass from Stephens J. Owens kick 8-80 3:21 7 7 De. Jackson 44 yd fumble recovery Owens kick - - 14 7 M. Matthew 21 yd pass from Wood Cottingham kick 9-72 3:32 14 14 A. Buckingham 19 yd pass from Stephens Owens kick 6-47 2:24 21 14 L. Hill 15 yd pass from Stephens Owens kick 9-80 2:43 28 14 Owens 48 yd field goal 7-22 2:32 31 14 D. Dale 5 yd pass from Wood Cottingham kick 4-22 1:37 31 17 Owens 39 yd field goal 5-50 0:54 34 17 S. Bailey 5 yd pass from S. Cornelius Cottingham kick 11-74 1:53 34 28
TEAM STATS FIRST DOWNS RUSHES-YARDS (NET) PASSING YDS (NET) Passes Comp-Att-Int TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS Fumble Returns-Yards Punt Returns-Yards Kickoff Returns-Yards Interception Returns-Yards Punts (Number-Avg) Fumbles-Lost Penalties-Yards Possession Time Third-Down Conversions Fourth-Down Conversions Red-Zone Scores-Chances Sacks By: Number-Yards
ENMU Tarleton 29 25 19-94 32-186 353 285 43-69-3 25-50-2 88-447 82-471 0-0 1-44 1-5 1--1 3-49 4-76 2-53 3-0 3-30.7 3-48.3 1-1 0-0 7-65 12-110 28:41 31:19 4 of 14 7 of 18 3 of 5 1 of 2 2-4 2-4 0-0 3-20
No. Yds 10 67 8 77 7 94 4 38 4 17 3 36 2 10 2 -2 1 6 1 5 1 5 43 353
TD Long 1 11 0 16 1 22 1 22 0 6 0 14 0 6 0 1 0 6 0 5 0 5 3 22
Punting No. Yds Avg Long In20 TB Taylor Cannon 2 75 37.5 42 0 0 Wesley Wood 1 36 36.0 36 0 1 Totals... 3 111 37.0 42 0 1 Field goal attempts M. Cottingham 2nd 00:08 19 yds Blocked Kickoffs No. Yds TB OB Avg --------------------------------------M. Cottingham 4 271 0 0 67.8 FUMBLES: ENMU - Nicholas Hill, 1-1.
Tarleton
Rushing No Gain Loss Net TD Lg Avg C. Vaughn 15 100 4 96 0 22 6.4 M. Wadley 1 36 0 36 0 36 36.0 E. Robertson 12 35 1 34 0 6 2.8 A. Doyle 1 11 0 11 0 11 11.0 N. Stephens 1 5 0 5 0 5 5.0 B. Croak 1 2 0 2 0 2 2.0 J. Sturns 1 2 0 2 0 2 2.0 Totals... 32 191 5 186 0 36 5.8 Passing Cmp-Att-Int Yds TD Long Sack N. Stephens 24-46-2 285 3 33 0 A. Doyle 1-4-0 0 0 0 0 Totals... 25-50-2 285 3 33 0 Receiving No. Yds TD Long C. Rhodes 9 130 0 33 R. Green 8 87 1 27 A. Buckingham 2 31 1 19 T. Waits 2 16 0 10 E. Robertson 2 1 0 1 L. Hill 1 15 1 15 F. Renfro 1 5 0 5 Totals... 25 285 3 33 Punting No. Yds Avg Long In20 TB J. Owens 3 116 38.7 46 0 0 Team 0 34 0.0 34 0 0 Totals... 3 150 50.0 46 0 0 Field goal attempts J. Owens 3rd 04:07 48 yds Good J. Owens 4th 14:52 39 yds Good J. Owens 4th 07:07 34 yds Missed Kickoffs No. Yds TB OB Avg --------------------------------------J. Owens 6 348 2 1 58.0
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Qtr Time 1st 11:00 1st 7:33 1st 6:33 2nd 9:38 2nd 3:55 3rd 8:13 3rd 4:07 3rd 0:54 4th 14:52 4th 1:12
Receiving Darian Dale Nicholas Hill Michael Matthew Seth Bailey Chase Kyser Noelin Henry Arvin Jackson Tony Valenzuela Tyler Wencka Troy Harris Jacob Johnson Totals...
Opponents
Scoring Summary Team ENMU Tarleton Tarleton ENMU Tarleton Tarleton Tarleton ENMU Tarleton ENMU
Passing Cmp-Att-Int Yds TD Long Sack Wesley Wood 31-51-3 229 2 21 3 S. Cornelius 11-16-0 102 1 22 0 TEAM 0-1-0 0 0 0 0 Seth Bailey 1-1-0 22 0 22 0 Totals... 43-69-3 353 3 22 3
Texan Football
BLACKWATER DRAW, N.M. – The Texans looked to get their first win of the season against the Greyhounds of Eastern New Mexico Saturday afternoon at Greyhound Stadium in Blackwater Draw, N.M. They escaped with a 34-28 victory. Tarleton received the kick off to start the game, but saw their first drive stall after just a few plays. With 11:00 on the clock, Eastern New Mexico got on the board first on their first drive of the game on a 38-yard rush by quarterback Wes Wood. The extra point was converted and put the Texans in a 7-0 hole. The Greyhound lead did not last long though as Tarleton turned their next drive into a Roddy Green 25-yard touchdown pass from Nick Stephens, tying the game at 7-7. The scoring drive went 80 yards in eight plays. Eastern New Mexico looked to respond with a lengthy drive of their own, but a fumble by receiver Nick Hill was picked up by Tarleton’s Desmond Jackson, who took it to the house for a 44-yard fumble return for a touchdown. The extra point made it a 14-7 ball game in the Texans’ favor with 6:33 remaining in the first. On the Greyhounds’ next drive, Tarleton’s defense came up big again after what looked like at least three points for ENMU was turned into a Texan interception at the 10-yard line by Tarleton defensive back Deshaun Phillips, his third pick of the year. As the second quarter got underway, it was yet another Texan interception that stopped a Greyhound drive when Terrence Henry picked off Wood. Tarleton would not be able to take advantage though, as ENMU struck on their next drive. Wood hooked up with Michael Mathews for a 21-yard pass that tied the game up at 14-14 with 9:38 on the clock. The Texans would strike again though at the 3:55 mark when Stephens hit Arthur Buckingham on a quick pass, who in turn scrambled it 19 yards for the score and a 21-14 Tarleton lead. ENMU looked to cut down on the lead as they attempted a field goal with 10 seconds remaining, but Tarleton’s front line got penetration up the middle to block the kick. In the early stages of the second half, Tarleton’s special teams came up with a big play when linebacker Marquis Wadley rushed on a fake punt for a 38-yard gain and a Texan first down. That eventually led to a LeThaddeus Hill 15-yard touchdown pass, making it a 28-14 ball game with 8:13 left in the third quarter. Jerry Owens, coming off a big game at Texas State where he went 4-for-4 on field goals, stepped up and hit a 48-yard field goal to put Tarleton ahead 31-14 at the 4:07 mark. Immediately after the field goal, head coach Cary Fowler called upon Owens again, this time for an onside kick attempt. The Texans recovered and took back over at their own 40-yard line. Unfortunately, the Greyhounds picked off a Stephens pass attempt and turned it into seven points on a Darian Dale fiveyard pass from Woods. ENMU pulled back within 10 points, 31-21, with less than a minute to go in the third quarter. At the start of the fourth, Owens converted on a 39-yard field goal to put the Texans back ahead 34-21. On a crucial 3rd-and-17 from the Texans’ 10-yard line and 9:40 left on the clock, Tarleton’s Stephens hit freshman receiver Clifton Rhodes for a 33-yard gain to extend the drive and eat away valuable time off the clock. The Texans managed to march down into Greyhound territory, but Owens missed his first field goal attempt of the season from 34 yards out. The more important fact was that Tarleton was able to milk five minutes off the clock. On the Greyhounds’ next possession, Texan defensive back Phillips picked off his second pass of the game and fourth of the season, with 6:06 remaining in the game. Tarleton threatened to score again and put the game out of reach, but an ENMU interception in the red zone gave the Greyhounds an outside shot of staying in the contest with just three minutes left of play. ENMU used back-up quarterback Seth Bailey to move the ball 74 yards on 10 plays and end with a 5-yard touchdown pass to Sawyer Cornelius, pulling the Greyhounds back within six. Tarleton knew what was coming next as ENMU attempted an onside kick, but the Greyhounds were able to recover and set up one last drive for the win. They started the drive from their own 42-yard line with 1:10 left on the clock. ENMU got a couple of positive plays, but failed to stop the clock as time ticked away. The Greyhounds were left with six seconds and 38 yards to go. That is when the Texan defense stepped up and batted away the hail mary attempt in the end zone. With that, Tarleton picked up its first victory of the season. The Texans left Eastern New Mexico with a 34-28 victory, improving their record to 1-3 on the season.
Rushing No Gain Loss Net TD Lg Avg Wesley Wood 9 74 20 54 1 39 6.0 Troy Harris 7 35 0 35 0 10 5.0 Tony Valenzuela 3 5 0 5 0 2 1.7 Totals... 19 114 20 94 1 39 4.9
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Game 5 | October 1, 2011 Memorial Stadium | 7,534 | Stephenville
Individual Statistics West Texas A&M
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Texans run into stout Buffalo offense, fall 44-13 STEPHENVILLE – The Tarleton football team took on No. 20 West Texas A&M Saturday night under the lights of Tarleton Memorial Stadium and were handed a 44-13 loss by the Buffaloes. The Texans did not wait for the Buffaloes to get comfortable defensively, as quarterback Nick Stephens hooked up with freshman receiver Clifton Rhodes for a 70-yard touchdown pass on the first play from scrimmage. That marked the longest play of the season thus far. After just 15 seconds of play, Tarleotn held a 7-0 lead. On the next drive, West Texas marched down the field and tied the game up with a one yard run by Khiry Robinson. Jerry Owens would give the Texans back the lead with a 28-yard field goal that capped off a nine play, 75 yard drive. Tarleton led 10-7 with 9:09 to go in the first. The Texans’ defense held the Buffaloes on their next drive, and forced a punt. The West Texas kick put Tarleton in tough field position though, and eventually were forced into a safety by the Buff defense. That made it a 10-9 game as the first quarter came to a close. The WTAMU offense broke open their first drive of the second quarter and scored on another rush by Robinson, this time from two yards out. The Texans found themselves trailing for the first time in the game, 16-10. Owens added his second field goal of the game at the 4:55 mark, after hitting a 40-yard field goal which ended a 6:02 drive. Tarleton marched 64 yards on 13 plays, but had to settle for the field goal. The Texans entered the half down three, 16-13. The Buffaloes came out in the second half and scored on their first drive on a 10-yard pass from Dustin Vaughan to Nathan Slaughter, and ticked off 4:06 from the clock. The score put Tarleton in a double-digit deficit as the Buffs’ offense began to gain momentum. The Texans threatened a few more times in the game, but were hold scoreless over the last 34:55 of the contest. WTAMU would go on to score three more times and extend their lead to 31 points. Tarleton fell to the No. 20 team in the nation, 44-13, after fighting valiantly in the first half. The Texans drop to 1-4 on the season and 1-2 in conference play. West Texas A&M is now 3-1 on the year and 3-0 in the LSC. Nick Stephens finished the game with 17-of-32 passing for 199 yards and a touchdown. He hooked up with Rhodes for 112 yards on four catches and a score, which marks the freshman wideout’s fourth 100-yard game of the season. Courtney Vaughan and Brandon Lowery both rushed for 26 yards to lead the ground game. Owens hit two field goals and averaged 39.8 yards per punt. The Texan defense was led by Marquis Wadley, who recorded 12 tackles, and Logan Johnson, who picked up two sacks and four tackles.
Scoring Summary Team Tarleton WTAMU Tarleton WTAMU WTAMU Tarleton WTAMU WTAMU WTAMU WTAMU
Qtr Time 1st 14:45 1st 11:56 1st 9:09 1st 7:28 2nd 14:06 2nd 4:55 3rd 10:48 3rd 6:18 3rd 0:23 4th 8:08
Scoring play Conversion C. Rhodes 70 yd pass from Stephens Owens kick K. Robinson 1 yd run Castillo kick J. Owens 28 yd field goal D. Ross safety K. Robinson 2 yd run Castillo kick J. Owens 40 yd field goal N. Slaughter 10 yd pass from Vaughan Castillo kick T. Hampton 13 yd run Castillo kick L. Forga 17 yd pass from Vaughan Castillo kick N. Slaughter 37 yd pass from Marsh Castillo kick
TEAM STATS FIRST DOWNS RUSHES-YARDS (NET) PASSING YDS (NET) Passes Comp-Att-Int TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS Fumble Returns-Yards Punt Returns-Yards Kickoff Returns-Yards Interception Returns-Yards Punts (Number-Avg) Fumbles-Lost Penalties-Yards Possession Time Third-Down Conversions Fourth-Down Conversions Red-Zone Scores-Chances Sacks By: Number-Yards
68 All-Americans
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Plays-Yards TOP TARLETON WTAMU 1-70 0:15 7 0 6-58 2:26 7 7 9-75 2:40 10 7 - - 10 9 9-71 3:29 10 16 13-64 6:02 13 16 9-80 4:06 13 23 7-70 2:59 13 30 8-70 3:29 13 37 8-79 5:17 13 44
WTAMU Tarleton 29 16 37-143 27-91 387 220 31-43-0 19-37-0 80-530 64-311 0-0 0-0 1-1 1--14 3-48 7-113 0-0 0-0 5-35.2 5-39.8 2-2 3-1 5-55 8-81 35:27 24:33 8 of 15 1 of 13 0 of 0 0 of 2 5-7 1-1 1-5 2-15
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Rushing T. Hampton K. Robinson A. Flores B. Golden L. Halpin TEAM D. Vaughan Totals...
No Gain Loss Net TD Lg Avg 13 76 2 74 1 13 5.7 12 67 0 67 2 13 5.6 6 23 2 21 0 8 3.5 1 0 0 0 0 0 0.0 1 0 2 -2 0 0 -2.0 2 0 2 -2 0 0 -1.0 2 0 15 -15 0 0 -7.5 37 166 23 143 3 13 3.9
Passing Cmp-Att-Int Yds TD Long Sack D. Vaughan 29-39-0 339 2 34 2 L. Halpin 0-2-0 0 0 0 0 T. Marsh 2-2-0 48 1 37 0 Totals... 31-43-0 387 3 37 2 Receiving B. Golden L. Ratliff N. Slaughter T. Allen J. Watson L. Forga T. Hammargren B. Johnson Totals... Punting K. VanVoris Totals...
No. Yds TD Long 8 82 0 14 7 86 0 34 5 96 2 37 3 46 0 25 3 43 0 26 2 21 1 17 2 16 0 15 1 -3 0 0 31 387 3 37
No. Yds Avg Long In20 TB 5 176 35.2 45 2 0 5 176 35.2 45 2 0
Kickoffs No. Yds TB OB Avg --------------------------------------K. VanVoris 7 425 0 0 60.7 FUMBLES: T. Hampton 1-1; K. Robinson 1-1
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Rushing No Gain Loss Net TD Lg Avg C. Vaughn 8 28 2 26 0 9 3.2 B. Lowery 7 34 8 26 0 25 3.7 A. Doyle 3 20 0 20 0 9 6.7 J. Sturns 2 13 0 13 0 10 6.5 E. Robertson 5 27 16 11 0 23 2.2 B. Croak 1 0 0 0 0 0 0.0 N. Stephens 1 0 5 -5 0 0 -5.0 Totals... 27 122 31 91 0 25 3.4 Passing Cmp-Att-Int N. Stephens 17-32-0 A. Doyle 2-5-0 Totals... 19-37-0
Yds TD Long Sack 199 1 70 1 21 0 16 0 220 1 70 1
Receiving No. Yds TD Long C. Rhodes 4 112 1 70 R. Green 3 26 0 14 C. Vaughn 3 18 0 16 B. Lowery 3 9 0 10 B. Croak 2 29 0 15 L. Clark 2 7 0 5 A. Buckingham 1 15 0 15 E. Robertson 1 4 0 4 Totals... 19 220 1 70 Punting J. Owens Totals...
No. Yds Avg Long In20 TB 5 199 39.8 57 0 0 5 199 39.8 57 0 0
Field goal attempts J. Owens 1st 09:09 28 yds Good J. Owens 2nd 04:55 40 yds Good J. Owens 3rd 03:52 47 yds Missed Kickoffs No. Yds TB OB Avg --------------------------------------J. Owens 5 327 2 0 65.4 FUMBLES: L. Hill 1-0; E. Robertson 1-0; J.Sturns 1-1.
2012 Tarleton Football
Game-By-Game Review
Game 6 | October 8, 2011 Memorial Stadium | 2,500 | Wichita Falls
Midwestern State
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Rain fails to slow No. 18 Mustangs, Texans lose 44-13
Scoring play Conversion N. Stephens 2 yd run Owens kick failed K. Jackson 1 yd run Saladino kick C. Valentine 76 yd kickoff return Owens kick K. Jackson 2 yd run Saladino kick Safety B. Kelsey 33 yd run Saladino kick D. Little 27 yd pass from Kelsey Saladino kick L. Bush 1 yd run Saladino kick J. Pipkin 83 yd run Saladino kick
TEAM STATS FIRST DOWNS RUSHES-YARDS (NET) PASSING YDS (NET) Passes Comp-Att-Int TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS Fumble Returns-Yards Punt Returns-Yards Kickoff Returns-Yards Interception Returns-Yards Punts (Number-Avg) Fumbles-Lost Penalties-Yards Possession Time Third-Down Conversions Fourth-Down Conversions Red-Zone Scores-Chances Sacks By: Number-Yards
Plays-Yards 2-4 13-68 - 6-50 - 6-58 9-71 6-34 2-89
TOP TARLETON MSU 0:30 6 0 5:43 6 7 - 13 7 2:19 13 14 - 13 16 1:56 13 23 4:29 13 30 2:13 13 37 1:01 13 44
Tarleton MSU 12 21 35-82 51-308 97 142 9-30-1 14-19-0 65-179 70-450 6-0 0-0 2-0 1-0 4-224 3-72 0-0 1-4 7-38.6 8-28.8 6-0 3-0 8-90 10-85 23:25 36:35 4 of 14 4 of 12 1 of 3 1 of 1 1-3 3-3 0-0 0-0
Punting No. Yds Avg Long In20 TB Gunter Elenburg 7 278 39.7 51 2 2 TEAM 1 -8 -8.0 0 0 0 Totals... 8 270 33.8 51 2 2 Kickoffs No. Yds TB OB Avg --------------------------------------Greg Saladino 7 407 0 0 58.1 FUMBLES: Joe Sanders 1-0; Lester Bush 1-0; Peter Smith 1-0
Tarleton
Rushing No Gain Loss Net TD Lg Avg C. Vaughn 26 98 8 90 0 14 3.5 N. Stephens 6 10 7 3 1 3 0.5 Team 1 0 4 -4 0 0 -4.0 A. Doyle 2 1 8 -7 0 1 -3.5 Totals... 35 109 27 82 1 14 2.3 Passing Cmp-Att-Int Yds TD Long Sack N. Stephens 8-29-1 89 0 29 0 A. Doyle 1-1-0 8 0 8 0 Totals... 9-30-1 97 0 29 0 Receiving C. Rhodes B. Croak T. Waits R. Green C. Vaughn Totals...
No. Yds TD Long 2 35 0 27 2 35 0 29 2 19 0 11 2 5 0 5 1 3 0 3 9 97 0 29
Punting B. Wiest J. Owens Totals...
No. 4 3 7
Yds Avg Long In20 TB 139 34.8 39 1 0 131 43.7 49 2 0 270 38.6 49 3 0
Kickoffs No. Yds TB OB Avg --------------------------------------B. Wiest 2 92 0 0 46.0 J. Owens 2 132 0 0 66.0 FUMBLES: C. Vaughn 3-0; A. Doyle 1-0; Team 1-0; N. Stephens 1-0
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Qtr Time 1st 6:32 1st 0:42 1st 0:31 2nd 13:02 2nd 3:02 2nd 1:06 3rd 10:23 3rd 7:06 4th 11:02
Receiving No. Yds TD Long David Little 7 65 1 27 Keivin Swanson 3 36 0 24 Edgard Theliar 1 20 0 20 Dalton Etimani 1 14 0 14 Matt Tanner 1 6 0 6 Lester Bush 1 1 0 1 Totals... 14 142 1 27
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Scoring Summary Team Tarleton MSU Tarleton MSU MSU MSU MSU MSU MSU
Passing Cmp-Att-Int Yds TD Long Sack Brandon Kelsey 14-19-0 142 1 27 0 Totals... 14-19-0 142 1 27 0
Texan Football
WICHITA FALLS – With two lightning delays and torrential downpours, Tarleton took on the No. 18 team in the nation as they faced the Mustangs of Midwestern State Saturday night in Wichita Falls. The Texans fell for the fifth time the season, dropping a 44-13 loss to MSU. Kick-off was pushed back to 8 p.m. after a 7 p.m. originally scheduled start time. Once play began, both teams struggled to get any footing offensively. The Texans would strike first at the 6:32 mark when senior quarterback Nick Stephens scrambled in from two yards out on a naked bootleg, putting Tarleton up 6-0. The Texans would not be able to convert on the extra-point with slick playing conditions making it difficult for the kicking game. MSU would respond on their next drive, marching down the field on 13 plays for 5:43. Keidrick Jackson punched it in from one yard out to tie the game up at 6-6. The Mustangs would hit the extra-point to take a 7-6 lead. On the ensuing kick-off, returner Cordell Valentine dropped the kick due to a wet ball, but picked it up and ran it back 76 yards for the touchdown and a 13-7 Tarleton advantage. In the second quarter, MSU’s Jackson scored his second touchdown of the game. This time a two-yard run and a Greg Saladino extra-point put the Mustangs back on top 14-13. Immediately after the following kick-off, another lightning strike delayed the game for the second time of the evening, stalling play with 12:56 to play in the second quarter. A 45 minute delay halted the game until 9:32 when play resumed. The soggy conditions once again limited what the Texans were able to do offensively. At the 3:02 mark, MSU’s defense stepped up and made what might have well been the play of the game by forcing a safety on the Texans, due to a hold by the offensive line. The Mustangs now enjoyed a 16-13 advantage with 3:02 left to play in the half. MSU would add to their lead before the second quarter ran out as quarterback Brandon Kelsey rushed for 33 yards and a score to make it 23-13 in favor of the host Mustangs. Through the first 30 minutes of action, Tarleton had amassed 80 yards of offense on 32 plays while MSU had 217 yards on 38 plays. Time of possession also favored the Mustangs by 5:16. The Texans’ bright spot defensively was Desmond Jackson, who racked up 10 tackles by halftime. The second half got underway around 10 p.m. local time as the rain continued to drench the fans that braved the storm. The Mustangs continued to run on all cylinders on their first possession of the second half, capping off a 4:37 drive with a 27-yard touchdown pass to David Little. Tarleton now found themselves in a big hole, 30-13. With 7:06 on the clock, MSU turned their second drive of the second half into seven more points as Lester Bush added his own rushing touchdown from one yard out. The Mustangs’ ground game not only pounded away at the Texan defense, but also ran valuable time off the clock. In the fourth, MSU’s Jimmy Pipkin piled on the yards and points with an 83-yard touchdown run, adding insult to injury for Tarleton as time ticked under 11 minutes to play. The Mustangs pushed their lead to 44-13. The combination of rough weather and inconsistent play doomed the Texans who fell to 1-5 on the season after MSU defeated Tarleton 44-13. The Texan offense finished the game with just 179 yards of total offense while the Mustangs put together 450 yards. MSU also enjoyed 13:10 more time of possession than the visiting Texans. Stephens finished the game with 89 yards on 8-of-29 passing, with Courtney Vaughn contributing 90 yards on 26 carries. Clifton Rhodes and Brad Croak both had 36 yards receiving to lead Tarleton. Defensively, Marquis Wadley led the Texans yet again with 15 tackles, while Desmond Jackson and Dan Jackson added 14 tackles each.
Rushing No Gain Loss Net TD Lg Avg Jimmy Pipkin 14 162 7 155 1 83 11.1 Brandon Kelsey 8 56 0 56 1 33 7.0 K. Jackson 15 55 2 53 2 15 3.5 Lester Bush 11 49 6 43 1 11 3.9 Peter Smith 1 11 0 11 0 5 11.0 TEAM 1 0 3 -3 0 0 -3.0 Joe Sanders 1 0 7 -7 0 0 -7.0 Totals... 51 333 25 308 5 83 6.0
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2012 Tarleton Football Game 7 | October 15, 2011 Memorial Stadium | 4,753 | Stephenville
Individual Statistics Texas A&M-Commerce
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Texans crush commerce 54-27, retain Presidents’ Cup STEPHENVILLE – The Tarleton football team kept possession of the Presidents’ Cup trophy with a 54-27 thumping of Texas A&M-Commerce Saturday night at Tarleton Memorial Stadium. The Texans won the second annual competition for the trophy, after defeating the Lions in 2010 by a score of 34-31 in Commerce. After scoring just 13 points both of their previous two games, Tarleton exploded for 54 points, 425 yards and 27 first downs. Courtney Vaughn broke open the scoring with just 0:28 left in first quarter with a three-yard run. The Jose Serrano extra-point gave the Texans a 7-0 lead at the end of the first 15 minutes of play. The scoring drive took nine plays and went 77 yards over 3:38. The Lions responded quickly in the beginning of the second quarter when Tyler Rawlings caught a 39-yard pass from J.J. Harp for the score. Justin Sturns put the Texans back on top with 11:33 on the clock with a seven-yard rush. The 10-play, 70-yard drive gave Tarleton a 14-7 advantage. The Texans were able to add to their lead with a Serrano 39-yard field goal, but Commerce answered with a 15-yard touchdown pass from Harp to Marcus Graham. On the ensuing extra-point attempt, defensive back Gaston Benson got penetration up the middle and blocked the kick. Fellow defensive back Dashaun Phillips scooped up the loose ball and ran it back 98 yards for the two point bonus. The two teams entered the half with just a six-point lead, but momentum strongly in their favor. The second half would be all Texans as they put a whooping on the A&M-Commerce defense. Tarleton racked up 35 points in the second half alone. Cordell Valentine got the second half started with a stellar kick-return that went 87 yards for the score on the opening play. It came just one week after his last kick returned for a touchdown, a 76-yard return against No. 18 Midwestern St. Vaughn added his second score of the game at the 9:20 mark with a four-yard rush. He went on to finish the game with 117 yards, Tarleton’s first 100-yard rusher of the season. Valentine also added his second touchdown on the opening play in the fourth quarter with a 16-yard pass from Nick Stephens. That put Tarleton ahead with a commanding 40-13 lead as the Lions began to panic. A&M-Commerce managed a futile score on a one-yard pass from Harp to Kevin Bevans, making the game 40-21 with 11:39 remaining in the game. Tarleton’s defense stepped up yet again at the 8:24 mark when defensive end Rufus Johnson recorded his second sack of the game. This time however, he jarred the ball loose from Harp which was picked up by Brian Ford for the fumble recovery and the touchdown. The flood gates were open and Ford Renfro scored Tarleton’s seventh touchdown of the game and his first as a Texan on a one-yard pass from Aaron Doyle with 4:16 on the clock. The Lions would add another score with four seconds left in the game, but it would be far from enough to rally against Tarleton, who wins their second game of the season. Vaughn led the Texans with 117 yards on the ground and a pair of scores, while Sturns added a rushing touchdown of his own. Stephens finished the game 21-of-33 passing with a touchdown. Doyle also passed for a touchdown and was a perfect 5-for-5 in the contest. Brad Croak caught eight passes for 99 yards to lead the receivers, with Valentine adding a touchdown and 50 yards. Defensively, Tarleton was led by the LSC’s leading tackler in Marquis Wadley, who added eight to his total. Rufus Johnson recorded two sacks and seven tackles, six of which were for a loss.
Scoring Summary Team Tarleton A&M-C Tarleton Tarleton A&M-C Tarleton Tarleton Tarleton Tarleton A&M-C Tarleton Tarleton A&M-C
68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
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Qtr 1st 2nd 2nd 2nd 2nd 2nd 3rd 3rd 4th 4th 4th 4th 4th
Time 0:28 14:47 11:33 9:30 6:08 6:08 14:48 9:20 14:53 11:39 8:24 4:16 0:04
Scoring play Conversion Plays-Yards C. Vaughn 3 yd run Serrano kick 9-77 T. Rawlings 39 yd pass from J. Harp O’Neil kick 3-46 J. Sturns 7 yd run Serrano kick 10-70 Serrano 39 yd field goal 6-20 M. Graham 15 yd pass from Harp O’Niel kick blocked 9-63 D. Phillips PAT return - C. Valentine 87 kickoff return Serrano kick - Vaughn 4 yd run Serrano kick 5-54 Valentine 16 yd pass from Stephens Serrano kick 9-74 K. Bevans 1 yd pass from Harp Arthur pass from Harp 3-9 B. Ford 0 yd fumble recovery Serrano kick - F. Renfro 1 yd pass from A. Doyle Serrano kick 7-55 T. Rawlings 2 yd pass from Harp 17-86
TEAM STATS FIRST DOWNS RUSHES-YARDS (NET) PASSING YDS (NET) Passes Comp-Att-Int TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS Fumble Returns-Yards Punt Returns-Yards Kickoff Returns-Yards Interception Returns-Yards Punts (Number-Avg) Fumbles-Lost Penalties-Yards Possession Time Third-Down Conversions Fourth-Down Conversions Red-Zone Scores-Chances Sacks By: Number-Yards
TOP TARLETON TAMUC 3:38 7 0 0:29 7 7 3:21 14 7 1:51 17 7 2:59 17 13 - 19 13 - 26 13 1:39 33 13 3:05 40 13 1:03 40 21 - 47 21 2:15 54 21 4:04 54 27
Tarleton TAMUC 27 20 31-109 27-15 316 354 26-38-1 32-56-1 69-425 83-369 0-0 0-0 3-27 1-6 5-140 9-110 1-16 1-21 5-28.6 6-28.3 2-1 5-2 10-52 9-69 27:30 32:30 3 of 10 8 of 19 1 of 1 1 of 2 5-5 3-4 0-0 0-0
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Rushing No Jamar Mosley 3 Marcus Graham 7 Travis Zacharie 3 D. Crummie 1 J.J. Harp 13 Totals... 27
Gain Loss Net TD LgAvg 22 0 22 0 11 7.3 22 8 14 0 6 2.0 9 2 7 0 8 2.3 0 2 -2 0 0 -2.0 18 44 -26 0 8 -2.0 71 56 15 0 11 0.6
Passing Cmp-Att-Int Yds TD Long Sack J.J. Harp 32-56-1 354 4 39 0 Totals... 32-56-1 354 4 39 0 Receiving Taylor Fore Tyler Rawlings Kevin Bevans Adam Jones Marcus Graham A. Arthur Travis Zacharie Totals...
No. Yds TD Long 7 72 0 23 6 97 2 39 6 51 1 17 5 47 0 29 4 40 1 15 3 40 0 20 1 7 0 7 32 354 4 39
Punting C. Frosch Totals...
No. Yds Avg Long In20 TB 6 197 32.8 38 1 0 6 197 32.8 38 1 0
Field goal attempts Jacob O’Neil 2nd 00:59 Blocked
33 yds
Kickoffs No. Yds TB OB Avg --------------------------------------Jacob O’Neil 5 209 0 0 41.8 FUMBLES:Seth Smith 1-0; D. Crummie 1-1; J.J. Harp 1-1; Travis Zacharie 1-0; Adam Jones 1-0
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Rushing No Gain Loss Net TD Lg Avg C. Vaughn 23 135 18 117 2 22 5.1 J. Sturns 1 7 0 7 1 7 7.0 M. Wadley 1 6 0 6 0 6 6.0 E. Robertson 1 0 0 0 0 0 0.0 A. Doyle 1 0 0 0 0 0 0.0 A. Buckingham 1 0 0 0 0 0 0.0 N. Stephens 3 0 21 -21 0 0 -7.0 Totals... 31 148 39 109 3 22 3.5 Passing Cmp-Att-Int Yds TD Long Sack N. Stephens 21-33-1 256 1 32 0 A. Doyle 5-5-0 60 1 19 0 Totals... 26-38-1 316 2 32 0 Receiving B. Croak R. Green C. Rhodes C. Valentine C. Vaughn F. Renfro A. Buckingham L. Clark Totals... Punting B. Wiest Totals...
No. Yds TD Long 8 99 0 19 5 46 0 20 4 61 0 32 3 50 1 19 2 29 0 24 2 15 1 14 1 11 0 11 1 5 0 5 26 316 2 32
No. Yds Avg Long In20 TB 5 149 29.8 37 2 0 5 149 29.8 37 2 0
Field goal attempts J. Serrano 2nd 09:30 Kickoffs J. Serrano B. Wiest
39 yds
No. Yds TB OB Avg 3 168 0 0 56.0 6 250 0 0 41.7
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2012 Tarleton Football Game 8 | October 22, 2011 Javelina Stadium | 11,100 | Kingsville
Game-By-Game Review Texas A&M-Kingsville
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Texans spoil Javelina Homecoming, win second in a row
Qtr Time 1st 10:17 1st 2:17 2nd 10:42 2nd 5:46 2nd 3:45 2nd 2:21 2nd 0:45 3rd 9:06 3rd 5:40 4th 12:56 4th 7:45 4th 7:08 4th 0:33
Scoring play Conversion Vaughn 6 yd pass from Stephens Serrano kick Valentine 27 yd pass from Stephens Serrano kick Willingham 24 yd pass from Ramirez Stoll kick Woodson 24 yd pass from Ramirez Stoll kick Stoll 33 yd field goal Serrano 38 yd field goal Woodson 2 yd run Stoll kick Armstrong 1 yd run Stoll kick Rhodes 11 yd pass from Stephens Serrano kick Serrano 22 yd field goal Stoll 31 yd field goal Mays 49 yd pass from Stephens Serrano kick Vaughn 8 yd run Serrano kick
TEAM STATS FIRST DOWNS RUSHES-YARDS (NET) PASSING YDS (NET) Passes Comp-Att-Int TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS Fumble Returns-Yards Punt Returns-Yards Kickoff Returns-Yards Interception Returns-Yards Punts (Number-Avg) Fumbles-Lost Penalties-Yards Possession Time Third-Down Conversions Fourth-Down Conversions Red-Zone Scores-Chances Sacks By: Number-Yards
Plays-Yards 15-90 2-34 8-89 8-76 3-8 6-41 7-60 11-72 11-72 7-50 11-53 2-68 7-70
TOP TARLETON TAMUK 4:43 7 0 0:46 14 0 4:06 14 7 3:32 14 14 1:57 14 17 1:17 17 17 1:36 17 24 5:48 17 31 3:19 24 31 2:13 27 31 5:04 27 34 0:32 34 34 2:13 41 34
Tarleton TAMUK 25 26 28-134 35-129 294 339 26-46-0 30-41-2 74-428 76-468 0-0 0-0 2-10 0-0 7-112 6-105 2-33 0-0 5-34.2 3-37.0 1-1 2-1 11-98 11-109 24:43 35:17 4 of 13 6 of 13 1 of 2 1 of 1 4-4 5-5 3-21 2-18
Receiving No. Yds J. Woodson 6 93 R. Armstrong 6 23 C. Taylor 4 70 Sherman Batiste 4 34 Jake Willingham 3 39 Derek Tesch 2 32 Joseph Vela 2 17 Damian Couthren 1 13 Chandler Hill 1 12 Arron Fisher 1 6 Totals... 30 339 Punting Angel Millan Totals...
TD Long 1 26 0 10 0 38 0 13 1 24 0 22 0 9 0 13 0 12 0 6 2 38
No. Yds Avg Long In20 3 121 40.3 45 0 3 121 40.3 45 0
Field goal attempts Matt Stoll 2nd 03:45 33 yards Good Matt Stoll 4th 07:45 31 yards Good Matt Stoll 4th 02:46 40 yards Blocked FUMBLES: R. Armstrong 2-1.
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Rushing No Gain Loss Net TD C. Vaughn 25 155 3 152 1 A. Doyle 1 0 9 -9 0 N. Stephens 2 0 9 -9 0 Totals... 28 155 21 134 1 Passing N. Stephens A. Doyle Totals... Receiving C. Rhodes R. Green C. Vaughn B. Croak C. Valentine J. Mays J. Sturns Totals...
Lg Avg 30 6.1 0 -9.0 0 -4.5 30 4.8
Att-Cmp-Int Yds TD Long Sack 26-45-0 294 4 49 1 0-1-0 0 0 0 1 26-46-0 294 4 49 2 No. Yds TD Long 8 83 1 19 5 82 0 33 5 31 1 24 4 20 0 7 2 26 1 27 1 49 1 49 1 3 0 3 26 294 4 49
Punting No. Yds Avg Long In20 J. Serrano 5 171 34.2 56 3 Totals... 5 171 34.2 56 3 Field goal attempts J. Serrano 2nd 02:21 38 yards Good J. Serrano 4th 12:56 22 yards Good FUMBLES: C. Valentine 1-1.
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Passing Att-Cmp-Int Yds TD Long Sack Daniel Ramirez 30-41-2 339 2 38 3 Totals... 30-41-2 339 2 38 3
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Lg Avg 23 8.5 12 2.5 9 1.5 8 8.0 4 2.5 3 1.5 3 3.0 23 3.7
Texan Football
KINGSVILLE – The Tarleton football team looked to get their second straight win as they faced the Javelinas in Kingsville Saturday night. The Texans did just that as they ruined Kingsville’s homecoming weekend with a 41-34 defeat of the Javelinas. The Texans got off to a fast start and went 90 yards on 15 plays and 4:43 to punch it in with a Courtney Vaughn six-yard pass from Nick Stephens. Jose Serrano’s field goal gave Tarleton a 7-0 lead. Towards the end of the first, Cordell Valentine caught a 27-yard touchdown pass to add to the Texans lead. That drive took two plays and 46 seconds as Tarleton continued to cruise offensively. Again Serrano’s kick was good and put the Texans ahead by two scores. In the second quarter, the tables would turn as it would be A&M-Kingsville’s turn to put some points on the board. The Javelinas scored on a 24-yard catch by Jake Willingham and followed that up with a 24-yard pass from Ramirez to Johnathon Woodson. That tied the game at 14-14 with 5:46 remaining in the half. On the ensuing kickoff, reigning special teams player of the week Cordell Valentine was hit immediately upon receiving the pooch kick and fumbled the ball at the Tarleton 24-yard line. The Javelinas recovered the fumble and took over in good field position. The Texan defense stepped up though and held TAMUK to a 33-yard field goal by Matt Stoll. Tarleton countered with a field goal of their own, a 38-yard conversion by Serrano, tying the game back up at 17-17 with 2:21 remaining. Despite no time outs and time being a factor, the Javelinas were not going to settle for a tie at the half. Woodson led a seven play, 60-yard drive that took 1:36 and ended with a two-yard touchdown run by the LSC’s leading back. After 30 minutes of play, Tarleton trailed by seven and had a number of issues to deal with. The most prominent factor that led to the Texans’ deficit was eight penalties for 65 yards. In the second half, Kingsville added to their lead on the first drive with a Robert Armstrong one-yard rushing making it 31-17 in the Javelinas’ favor. Tarleton was able to respond though by putting together an 11 play 72 yard drive that ended on a Clifton Rhodes’ 11-yard touchdown catch. Both teams battled for the next 12 minutes of play, as a chess match began between the Tarleton defense and the Kingsville offense. The Texans managed three turnovers with a couple of fumbles and an interception by Benson. Serrano pulled Tarleton back within four at the 12:56 mark in the fourth with a 22-yard field goal. After trailing since the end of the second quarter, the Texans continued to hang with the Javelinas. Kingsville seemingly scored a touchdown on a Baptiste reception, but a holding penalty negated the play. Instead, Tarleton held the Javelinas to just a field goal, making it 34-27 with 7:45 remaining in the game. As the Texans took over, it was a crucial time for Tarleton who were desperate for a touchdown to gain back the momentum. They were able to get just that as Nick Stephens hooked up with Jamal Mays for an over-the-top 49-yard touchdown pass, tying the game back up at 34-34 with 7:08 left in the fourth. With time ticking under three minutes of play, Kingsville had the ball and the game in their hands. The Texan defense stepped up in a big way once again though and blocked the go-ahead field goal attempt by the Javelinas. Desmond Jackson recovered the loose ball and put the game in Tarleton’s hands now. Vaughn, who carried the Texan offense, was called upon with the game on the line and came through with a touchdown run up the middle, giving Tarleton a 41-34 lead with less than a minute remaining in the contest. Kingsville marched down the field with the little time they had and put themselves in a manageable situation at the 27-yard line. Sounding like a broken record though, Tarleton’s defense stepped up and defensive end Logan Johnson sacked Ramirez to end the game and the Javelinas’ home winning streak. The Texans upset Kingsville on the Javelinas’ homecoming night 41-34. Tarleton improves to 3-5 on the season and 3-3 in the LSC. Kingsville falls to 4-4 and 2-3 in the conference.
Rushing No Gain Loss Net TD Randall Toney 8 69 1 68 0 J. Woodson 10 29 4 25 1 Daniel Ramirez 1 1 38 21 17 0 Arron Fisher 1 8 0 8 0 R. Armstrong 2 5 0 5 1 D. Couthren 2 3 0 3 0 Jai Cavness 1 3 0 3 0 Totals... 35 155 26 129 2
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2012 Tarleton Football Game 9 | Oct. 29, 2011 Memorial Stadium | 5,517 | Stephenville
Individual Statistics Tarleton
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Texans ground Cardinals, offense soars in 48-10 victory STEPHENVILLE – The Tarleton football team exploded out of the gate against Incarnate Word on Homecoming night and never looked back, as the Texans conquered the Cardinals 48-10. Tarleton got on the board at the 7:52 mark in the first quarter on a 25-yard touchdown pass from Nick Stephens to Ford Renfro, capping off a six play, 91-yard drive that lasted just 1:19. Jose Serrano’s field goal made it 7-0. Next it was the defense’s turn to step up, as defensive back Joe Jones intercepted a fourth-down conversion attempt and took it back 72 yards for the score. Serrano again nailed the extra point and made it a 14-0 ball game. In the second quarter, the Texans didn’t wait long to add to their lead. On the first drive of the second quarter, Tyra Waits caught a 16-yard touchdown pass from Stephens before Serrano’s kick made it 21-0. That capped off a six play, 65-yard drive that took just 1:41. Just a few minutes later, Stephens hooked up with Brad Croak for his third touchdown of the game, an eight-yarder making it 28-0 as the game started to get out of hand. Serrano added a 40-yard field goal at the 0:38 mark, as the Texans entered the half with a healthy 31-0 lead. After 30 minutes of play, Stephens had 261 yards, three scores on 15-of-23 passing. Courtney Vaughn had 41-yards rushing on four attempts. The leading receiver was Clifton Rhodes with 52 yards on three catches. Marquis Wadley had six tackles to lead the way while Joe Jones, Dan Jackson and Dashaun Phillips all had five tackles. In the second half, the Texan offense calmed down somewhat, but managed to still put points on the board. With 11:03 to go in the third quarter, Stephens got touchdown number four on an eight-yard pass to Roddy Green, pushing the lead to 38 points. Incarnate Word was finally able to get on the board wt the 7:59 mark when Andrew Mocio caught a fouryard pass from Eric Massoni, ending Tarleton’s shutout attempt. The field goal made it 38-7 in the Texans’ favor. Tarleton would get those seven points back though on the next drive when Stephens rushed from oneyard out for the score, his fifth touchdown of the ball game. Serrano made it 45-7 with 5:02 remaining in the third. As the fourth quarter got under way, the Cardinals put together a smooth nine-play, 56-yard drive that took four minutes to complete. The score only made it a 35-point deficit however. The Texans capped off the night with Serrano’s 37-yard field goal with 8:28 left in the game. That would be the final score of the contest, as Tarleton walked away with a 48-10 final. Tarleton improves to 4-5 on the year and 4-3 in the LSC. That also runs their winning streak to three straight games.
Scoring Summary Team Tarleton Tarleton Tarleton Tarleton Tarleton Tarleton UIW Tarleton UIW Tarleton
Qtr Time 1st 7:52 1st 3:17 2nd 13:38 2nd 9:01 2nd 0:38 3rd 11:03 3rd 7:59 3rd 5:02 4th 10:46 4th 8:28
Scoring play Conversion Renfro 25 yd pass from Stephens Serrano kick Jo. Jones 72 yd interception return Serrano kick Waits 16 yd pass from Stephens Serrano kick Croak 8 yd pass from Stephens Serrano kick Serrano 40 yd field goal Green 8 yd pass from Stephens Serrano kick Mocio 4 yd pass from Massoni Rebold kick Stephens 1 yd run Serrano kick Rebold 37 yd field goal Serrano 37 yd field goal
TEAM STATS FIRST DOWNS RUSHES-YARDS (NET) PASSING YDS (NET) Passes Comp-Att-Int TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS Fumble Returns-Yards Punt Returns-Yards Kickoff Returns-Yards Interception Returns-Yards Punts (Number-Avg) Fumbles-Lost Penalties-Yards Possession Time Third-Down Conversions Fourth-Down Conversions Red-Zone Scores-Chances Sacks By: Number-Yards
68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
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Plays-Yards 6-91 - 6-65 4-65 8-51 8-74 6-69 7-65 9-56 7-43
TOP TARLETON UIW 1:19 7 0 - 14 0 1:41 21 0 1:46 28 0 1:55 31 0 2:47 38 0 2:15 38 7 2:51 45 7 4:00 45 10 2:18 48 10
Tarleton UIW 26 20 24-142 34-136 381 197 25-43-0 17-38-2 67-523 72-333 0-0 0-0 0-0 1- -2 2-45 8-124 2-72 0-0 4-30.8 6-37.3 4-0 3-1 11-116 10-83 25:08 34:52 4 of 10 5 of 15 1 of 1 1 of 3 6-6 2-2 0-0 0-0
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Rushing No Gain Loss Net TD C. Vaughn 5 74 3 71 0 C. Watson 6 64 3 61 0 A. Doyle 5 57 13 44 0 J. Fenske 1 1 0 1 0 N. Stephens 7 4 39 -35 1 Totals... 24 200 58 142 1 Passing N. Stephens A. Doyle Totals...
Att-Cmp-Int Yds TD Long Sack 20-32-0 325 4 46 0 5-11-0 56 0 32 0 25-43-0 381 4 46 0
Receiving No. Yds R. Green 6 85 C. Rhodes 4 64 B. Croak 3 40 C. Vaughn 3 28 A. Buckingham 2 68 F. Renfro 2 33 C. Watson 2 11 W. McLane 1 31 T. Waits 1 16 C. Valentine 1 5 Totals... 25 381 Punting J. Serrano Totals...
Lg Avg 33 14.2 36 10.2 24 8.8 0 1.0 3 -5.0 36 5.9
TD Long 1 30 0 46 1 17 0 19 0 36 1 25 0 13 0 31 1 16 0 5 4 46
No. Yds Avg Long In20 4 123 30.8 35 1 4 123 30.8 35 1
Field goal attempts J. Serrano 2nd 00:38 40 yards Good J. Serrano 4th 08:28 37 yards Good FUMBLES: J. Fenske 1-0; A. Doyle 1-0; C. Valentine 1-0; N. Stephens 1-0.
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Rushing Eric Massoni Trent Rios Dom. Hamilton Totals...
No Gain Loss Net TD 13 102 0 102 0 20 54 10 44 0 1 0 10 -10 0 34 156 20 136 0
Lg Avg 33 7.8 17 2.2 1 -10 33 4.0
Passing Att-Cmp-Int Yds TD Long Sack Eric Massoni 15-34-2 172 1 37 0 Shane Knight 1-3-0 6 0 6 0 Trent Rios 1-1-0 19 0 19 0 Totals... 17-38-2 197 1 37 0 Receiving No. Yds TD Long Andrew Mocio 6 74 1 37 Dom. Hamilton 5 77 0 29 Stan Sullivan 2 29 0 15 Trent Rios 2 3 0 7 Jacob Love 1 8 0 8 Caleb Kocian 1 6 0 6 Totals... 17 197 1 37 Punting No. Yds Avg Long In20 Manny Nunez 4 165 41.2 43 1 Eric Massoni 2 59 29.5 43 1 Totals... 6 224 37.3 43 2 Field goal attempts Thomas Rebold 4th 10:46 37 yards Good FUMBLES: Eric Massoni 1-1; Jacob Love 1-0; Dom. Hamilton 1-0.
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Game 10 | November 5, 2011 Memorial Stadium | 2,017 | Stephenville
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Tarleton cruises to 4th straight victory, pounds Millsaps
Qtr Time 1st 9:20 1st 5:57 1st 2:50 2nd 12:37 2nd 11:12 2nd 8:54 3rd 5:48 4th 13:53
Scoring play Conversion Brady 24 yd field goal Vaughn 17 yd field goal Serrano kick failed Serrano 49 yd field goal Vaughn 1 yd run Serrano kick Croak 23 yd pass from Stephens Serrano kick Vaughn 1 yd run Serrano kick Sturns 24 yd run Serrano kick Mays 33 yd pass from Stephens Serrano kick
TEAM STATS FIRST DOWNS RUSHES-YARDS (NET) PASSING YDS (NET) Passes Comp-Att-Int TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS Fumble Returns-Yards Punt Returns-Yards Kickoff Returns-Yards Interception Returns-Yards Punts (Number-Avg) Fumbles-Lost Penalties-Yards Possession Time Third-Down Conversions Fourth-Down Conversions Red-Zone Scores-Chances Sacks By: Number-Yards
Plays-Yards 6-12 4-42 4-1 11-61 3-50 8-56 4-47 4-88
TOP Millsaps TARLETON 3:11 3 0 0:53 3 6 2:02 3 9 3:48 3 16 0:27 3 23 2:17 3 30 1:18 3 37 1:51 3 44
Millsaps Tarleton 10 22 29-61 36-180 180 267 17-38-2 22-36-2 67-241 72-447 0-0 0-0 0-0 5-43 3-50 2-34 2-29 2-31 7-32.3 5-35.2 2-1 3-1 2-25 9-74 32:36 27:24 3 of 17 5 of 13 1 of 4 1 of 1 1-3 3-5 0-0 0-0
Att-Cmp-Int Yds TD Long Sack 17-37-1 180 0 31 0 0-1-1 0 0 0 0 17-38-2 180 0 31 0
Receiving Fawcett,D. Strauss,C. Williams,J. Theriot,T. Bellan,T. O’Rear,J. King,T. Johnson,B. Totals...
No. Yds 4 67 3 37 3 8 2 15 2 9 1 29 1 11 1 4 17 180
TD Long 0 31 0 26 0 4 0 13 0 10 0 29 0 11 0 4 0 31
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No. Yds Avg Long In20 7 226 32.3 48 0 7 226 32.3 48 0
Field goal attempts Brady,B. 1st 09:20 24 yards Good Brady,B. 2nd 00:23 27 yards Missed FUMBLES: King,T. 1-0; Theriot,T. 1-1.
Tarleton
Rushing No Gain Loss Net TD C. Vaughn 15 103 17 86 3 J. Sturns 10 69 0 69 1 C. Watson 6 33 0 33 0 C. Valentine 1 3 0 3 0 Team 1 0 2 -2 0 N. Stephens 3 6 15 -9 0 Totals... 36 214 34 180 4 Passing N. Stephens J. Fenske Totals...
Lg Avg 27 5.7 24 6.9 8 5.5 3 3.0 0 -2.0 6 -3.0 27 5.0
Att-Cmp-Int Yds TD Long Sack 21-33-2 265 2 33 0 1-3-0 2 0 2 0 22-36-2 267 2 33 0
Receiving No. Yds TD Long B. Croak 5 62 1 23 C. Valentine 3 47 0 20 T. Waits 3 9 0 5 C. Rhodes 2 38 0 29 J. Mays 2 34 1 33 A. Buckingham 2 31 0 29 J. Sturns 2 20 0 11 R. Green 2 18 0 16 C. Vaughn 1 8 0 8 Totals... 22 267 2 33 Punting No. Yds Avg Long In20 J. Serrano 5 176 35.2 47 2 Totals... 5 176 35.2 47 2 Field goal attempts J. Serrano 1st 02:50 49 yards Good
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Lg Avg 6 2.1 9 2.7 6 6.0 3 3.0 5 0.3 0 0.0 9 2.1
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Passing Joplin,Ko. Smith,C. Totals...
No Gain Loss Net TD 17 36 1 35 0 6 17 1 16 0 1 6 0 6 0 1 3 0 3 0 3 5 4 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 29 67 6 61 0
Texan Football
STEPHENVILLE – After starting the season 1-5, the Texan football team has won four straight, including a 44-3 thumping of Division III’s Millsaps College Saturday. On Military Appreciation Day, Tarleton honored a number of former and active members of the United States Military. The football team used that motivation to perform on the field in a disciplined and organized manner. The Texans got the ball first, but an early interception in their own territory put the defense in a difficult situation. The Tarleton defense was able to step up though and held the Majors to a 24-yard field goal. After that, it was all Texans for the rest of the first half. Courtney Vaughn got the scoring started for Tarleton at the 5:57 mark with a 17-yard run up the gut making it 6-3 in favor of the Texans. The missed extra point held the score at 6-3. On Millsaps’ next drive, Marquis Wadley forced a fumble from Majors running back Thomas Theriot that was recovered by Matt Knicky. That put Tarleton in great field position with under three minutes remaining in the first. The Texans were not able to take advantage though as the offense stalled. That is when Coach Cary Fowler called upon his sophomore kicker Jose Serrano to attempt a 49-yard field goal. After missing the extra point earlier in the contest, Serrano made up with it by converting the 49-yarder, his longest of the season. In the second quarter, Vaughn added his second touchdown of the game, this time from one yard out. The Serrano extra point put the game in Tarleton’s favor 16-3 as the Texans began to pull away. Just a minute and a half later after getting the ball back on a Dashaun Phillips interception, his sixth of the year, quarterback Nick Stephens hit Brad Croak for a 23-yard touchdown pass. The extra point was good and the Texans now led 23-3 after just 19 minutes of play. Before the second quarter would expire, Vaughn rushed for his third touchdown of the game, another one-yarder, making it 30-3 Texans at the half. By halftime, Tarleton had racked up 12 first downs while holding Millsaps to just four. The Texans had 219 yards of total offense compared to the Majors’ 126 yards. In the second half, the Tarleton offense settled down into a more conservative approach with the running game eating up the clock. Running back Justin Sturns scored at the 5:48 mark in the third to make it a 37-3 ball game, as the Texans extended their already dominant lead. Nick Stephens capped off his stellar day in the fourth quarter with a 33-yard touchdown pass to Jamal Mays with 13:53 to go in the fourth. Serrano made his fifth extra point of the game to make it 44-3 Tarleton. That would be the final score as the Texans went on to finish off the Majors 44-3. Tarleton cruised to its fourth straight victory Saturday afternoon in Stephenville. The Texan offense amassed 447 yards of total offense while the defense held Millsaps to just 241 total yards. Next week, Tarleton will wrap-up their regular season at Angelo State at 2 p.m.
Rushing Theriot,T. Barthelemy,M. King,T. Williams,J. Joplin,Ko. Thrasher,Z. Totals...
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2012 Tarleton Football Game 11 | Novemeber 12, 2011 San Angelo Stadium | 4,721 | San Angelo
Individual Statistics Angelo State
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Texans end 2011 season with 28-23 victory over ASU SAN ANGELO – The Tarleton football team started the season 1-5 and looked destined for a bottom-dwelling season in the Lone Star Conference. Something changed in the Texans’ mentality after the sixth game and Tarleton went on to run the table the rest of the year, capping things off with a 28-23 at Angelo State this Saturday. Tarleton and Angelo State were two evenly matched teams entering the contest, and it showed through the first 11 minutes of the game as both teams jockeyed for position. Defensive back Desmond Jackson made the first big play of the game when he intercepted his fourth pass of the season and took it back 88-yards for the touchdown. This came at an opportune time as the Rams threatened inside the red zone. Jose Serrano’s extra point made it a 7-0 ball game at the 3:56 mark in the first quarter. The Texans added to their lead at the beginning of the second quarter when running back Courtney Vaughn capped off a three play, 55-yard drive with an eight-yard rushing touchdown, extending Tarleton’s lead to 14-0. Before the second quarter would run out though, Angelo State answered with a score of their own when Tristan Carter ran it in from 10 yards out. The Jarred Martin extra point made it 14-7 at the half. As the second half got underway, the Rams didn’t take long to erase the Texans’ advantage when Carter scored his second touchdown of the game after breaking off a 70-yard run against a shocked Tarleton defense. That motivated the Texan offense though as Nick Stephens hooked up with Vaughn for a 13-yard touchdown pass. Blake Wiest nailed the extra point, giving Tarleton a seven-point lead once again. The Texans entered the fourth quarter with a slight advantage in what was possibly the final 15 minutes of action for the Tarleton seniors. That lead became even slighter when Angelo State converted on a 20-yard field goal attempt, making it a 21-17 contest. On the next drive however, Tarleton would add to their lead once again when Stephens rushed from one yard out, capping off a drive that went nine plays and 76 yards over 4:28. The Rams began their comeback with under three minutes left in the game and scored on an 18-yard pass from Nate Bayless to Jake Strickler. Unfortunately for Angelo State, it was too late as the Texans went on to win 28-23. Nick Stephens finished the game 26-of-43 with 387 yards and a touchdown. With the game, the Flower Mound native surpassed 3,000 yards passing on the season. Vaughn led both the rushers and the receivers with 28 yards rushing and a score and 84 yards receiving and a score. Marquis Wadley led the defense once again with 12 tackles, while Desmond Jackson added 10 and a pick and Matt Knicky added 10. Logan Johnson also had four sacks in the game. Tarleton finished the year as winners of their last five games and a 6-5 overall record. They also had a 5-3 LSC mark, which was good enough for fourth place.
Scoring Summary Team Tarleton Tarleton ASU ASU Tarleton ASU Tarleton ASU
Qtr Time 1st 3:56 2nd 13:35 2nd 0:29 3rd 14:00 3rd 5:09 4th 14:03 4th 9:29 4th 2:08
Scoring play Conversion Plays-Yards TOP De. Jackson 88 yd interception return Serrano kick - - Vaughn 8 yd run Serrano kick 3-55 0:20 Carter 10 yd run Martin kick 15-85 4:32 Carter 70 yd run Martin kick 3-75 0:55 Vaughn 13 yd pass from Stephens Wiest kick 3-38 1:16 Martin 20 yd field goal 8-63 2:16 Stephens 1 yd run Wiest kick 9-76 4:28 Bayless 18 yd pass from Strickler Strickler pass failed 8-71 1:59
TEAM STATS FIRST DOWNS RUSHES-YARDS (NET) PASSING YDS (NET) Passes Comp-Att-Int TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS Fumble Returns-Yards Punt Returns-Yards Kickoff Returns-Yards Interception Returns-Yards-TD Punts (Number-Avg) Fumbles-Lost Penalties-Yards Possession Time Third-Down Conversions Fourth-Down Conversions Red-Zone Scores-Chances Sacks By: Number-Yards
68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
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Tarleton ASU 18 24 23-9 41-181 387 291 26-44-0 27-50-2 67-396 91-472 0-0 0-0 2-18 0-0 4-58 3-44 2-93-1 0-0-0 5-39.0 6-42.2 1-0 1-0 11-107 14-110 26:30 33:30 3 of 13 4 of 19 0 of 1 3 of 6 3-6 3-5 3-27 2-17
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Rushing No Gain Loss Net TD Tristan Carter 19 148 3 145 2 Blake Smith 8 20 0 20 0 Jack Strickler 10 42 27 15 0 Paul Mason 1 5 0 5 0 Bradan Ritchey 1 4 0 4 0 Mike Cochran 2 0 8 -8 0 Totals... 41 219 38 181 2
Lg Avg 70 7.6 6 2.5 15 1.5 5 5.0 4 4.0 0 -4.0 70 4.4
Passing Att-Cmp-Int Yds TD Long Sack Jack Strickler 14-28-2 150 1 26 3 Michael Cochran 13-21-0 141 0 25 0 G. Shamblen 0-1-0 0 0 0 0 Totals... 27-50-2 291 1 26 3 Receiving No. Yds TD Long C.J. Akins 6 75 0 26 Tristan Carter 6 47 0 18 Nate Bayless 3 63 1 25 Joey Knight 3 33 0 24 Bradan Ritchey 3 14 0 5 Mackenzie Hirt 2 26 0 20 Antwon Williams 2 21 0 16 Quinn Reels 1 11 0 11 Blake Smith 1 1 0 1 Totals... 27 291 1 26 Punting No. Yds George Shamblen 5 215 Jack Strickler 1 38 Totals... 6 253
Avg Long In20 43.0 53 3 38.0 38 0 42.2 53 3
Field goal attempts Jarred Martin 4th 14:03 20 yards Good FUMBLES: Michael Cochran 1-0.
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Rushing No Gain Loss Net TD C. Vaughn 13 28 0 28 1 J. Sturns 1 6 0 6 0 C. Watson 2 3 0 3 0 N. Stephens 7 2 30 -28 1 Totals... 23 39 30 9 2 Passing N. Stephens C. Vaughn Totals...
Lg Avg 9 2.2 6 6.0 3 1.5 1 -4.0 9 0.4
Att-Cmp-Int Yds TD Long Sack 26-43-0 387 1 51 2 0-1-0 0 0 0 0 26-44-0 387 1 51 2
Receiving No. Yds TD Long C. Vaughn 8 84 1 16 C. Rhodes 4 51 0 21 R. Green 4 29 0 8 T. Waits 3 77 0 47 J. Mays 3 72 0 39 C. Valentine 2 19 0 13 A. Buckingham 1 51 0 51 B. Croak 1 4 0 4 Totals... 26 387 1 51 Punting No. Yds Avg Long In20 J. Serrano 5 195 39.0 49 1 Totals... 5 195 39.0 49 1 Field goal attempts J. Serrano 1st 09:15 32 yards Missed J. Serrano 3rd 11:42 39 yards Missed B. Wiest 3rd 08:40 40 yards Missed B. Wiest 4th 00:21 34 yards Missed
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Four-Time LSC Division Championships
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Texan Football History 50’s, led by stars Webb Bishop, Leon Blakeney and Jerry Flemmons, Tarleton would field strong teams, including a 7-1-1 record in 1956. Tarleton made its difficult transition from two-year to four-year competition in 1961 and also changed its team nickname from the “Plowboys” to the ootball began at Tarleton almost from the start of “Texans” by student vote. the college. Records indicate that Tarleton fielded Though the team suffered a team as early as 1904. However, scores of through seven straight John Riggs (1960-63) Tarleton’s games are available only starting in 1915. losing seasons, that When Tarleton first began collegiate play, it was did not keep John Riggs from becoming one of the most known as John Tarleton College but it became a junior heralded defensive players in school history. The linebacker college in 1906 and affiliated with the Texas A&M is one of just two players to have had his jersey (No. 63) University System in 1917. It was know as retired. John Tarleton Agricultural College (JTAC) In 1966, Tarleton posted a 7-3 record behind a team that until 1949 when it became Tarleton State also boasts Hall of Famers. That squad defeated a team of College. In 1961, Tarleton began fourMexico All-Stars in the Aztec Bowl. Giant defensive tackle year competition and in 1973 became Randy Winkler would later play professional football. Tarleton State University. Between 1966 and 1968 Tarleton was entertained by Tarleton enjoyed great success on magical quarterback J.D. McMahon throwing to receivers the gridiron after World War I, Pat Ballow, Harlan Wunsch and Jody Worsham. going 52-16-6 over an eight Between 1968 and 1975, Tarleton competed as a year span under the direction of member of the Lone Star Conference. Over that eight-year W.J. Wisdom, who would later span, the team recorded just 12 wins while losing 68. One gain greater fame as a basketball of the few highlights in that span was the opening in 1974 Al Jennings (1922-26) coach. Included in the span of Memorial Stadium as the football team’s new playing was an 8-0-1 record in 1925 when Tarleton outscored site. its opponents 276 to 25 and was tied only by Baylor In 1976, the University University’s freshman team. Wisdom also coached the left the LSC and helped 1935 team to a 9-2 mark, losing the last two games of the form the non-scholarship season after shutting out eight of the first nine opponents Texas Intercollegiate Athletic and outscoring opponents 235 to 6. Association. Over the next 15 Among the early luminaries of the game were Tarleton years, Tarleton would win six Hall of Famers Leslie “Al” Jennings, Max Menzies, Paul TIAA titles, with back-to-back “Duck” Marr, Jess “Ironhead” Davis, Hugh Wolfe, Henry crowns in 1977 and 1978, Todd, and Clifford Funderburk. 1986 and 1987, and 1989 and During World War II, Tarleton did not field a team in 1990. 1942 or 1943 and played mostly military and academy The 1978 team was the teams in 1944 and 1945. In 1950, Tarleton posted a 7-3 first to go to postseason play, record with what many consider its best team. Seven finishing with an 8-0-1 record players from that team are Hall of Fame members, during the regular season. That J.D. McMahon (left) ranks as one including quarterback Pence Dacus, rushing champion team was led by All-America of the top Texan quarterbacks of allMarvin Brown, and receiver Jack Jones. Brown would time, having completed 389 passes linebacker and Hall of Famer for 5,684 yards and 38 TDs. later play professionally for the Detroit Lions. In the midTally Neal, the only other The football program has long played an important role on the campus of Tarleton State University, with records showing that Tarleton fielded a football team as early as 1904. The following story will take you on the journey of football at Tarleton, starting with the early days of junior college competition and continuing with the move to senior college level in 1961. It recaps the Texans’ dominance on the NAIA Division II scene and tells of TSU’s recent accomplishments as a member of NCAA Division II. Finally, this story ends by assuring you that Tarleton’s best days on the football field are still ahead.
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Date Sept. 16, 1961 Nov. 13, 1971 Oct. 31, 1981 Sept. 28, 1991 Nov. 11, 2000 Oct. 31, 2009
Result Won, 20-14 Lost, 42-7 Lost, 30-21 Lost, 10-7 Won, 9-7 Won, 21-14
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Date Sept. 16, 1961 Nov. 11, 1978 Sept. 17, 1988 Sept. 20, 1997 Nov. 10, 2001 Nov. 6, 2004
Result Won, 20-14 Won, 29-6 Won, 21-3 Won, 49-46 Won, 34-24 Won, 46-12
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1990....... Hal McAfee................11-1-0 1991....... Hal McAfee..................3-7-0 1992....... Hal McAfee..................6-4-0 1993....... Ronnie Roemisch........5-5-0 1994....... Ronnie Roemisch........3-6-1 1995....... Ronnie Roemisch......1-10-0 1996....... Todd Whitten................5-5-0 1997....... Craig Wederquist.........4-7-0 1998....... Craig Wederquist.........3-8-0 1999....... Craig Wederquist.........5-6-0 Overall record in the ‘90s.....46-59-1 2000....... Todd Whitten................6-5-0 2001....... Todd Whitten..............10-3-0 2002....... Todd Whitten................9-2-0. 2003....... Todd Whitten................8-4-0 2004....... Todd Whitten................7-4-0 2005....... Sam McElroy................7-3-0 2006....... Sam McElroy................6-4-0 2007....... Sam McElroy................9-2-0 2008....... Sam McElroy................8-3-0 2009....... Sam McElroy..............10-3-0 Overall record in the ‘00s.....80-33-0 2010....... Cary Fowler..................3-8-0 2011....... Cary Fowler..................6-5-0 Overall record in the ‘10s.......9-13-0 Total record (525 games).249-273-3
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1980....... Buddy Fornes..............3-7-0 1981....... Buddy Fornes..............6-4-0 1982....... Buddy Fornes..............4-4-0 1983....... Bobby Fox....................2-7-0 1984....... Bobby Fox....................6-4-0 1985....... Bill Pringle....................3-7-0 1986....... Bill Pringle....................9-1-1 1987....... Bill Pringle....................9-3-0 1988....... Hal McAfee..................7-3-0 1989....... Hal McAfee..................9-3-0 Overall record in the ‘80s.....58-43-1
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1970....... Lloyd Taylor..................1-8-0 1971....... Lloyd Taylor..................3-7-0 1972....... Lloyd Taylor..................2-8-0 1973....... Buddy Fornes..............1-9-0 1974....... Buddy Fornes............1-10-0 1975....... Buddy Fornes............1-10-0 1976....... Buddy Fornes..............2-7-0 1977....... Buddy Fornes..............7-3-0 1978....... Buddy Fornes..............8-1-1 1979....... Buddy Fornes..............6-4-0 Overall record in the ‘70s.....32-67-1
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Year....... Coach......................Record 1961....... Johnny Dunn................3-5-0 1962....... Johnny Dunn................2-7-0 1963....... Johnny Dunn................3-6-0 1964....... Johnny Dunn................3-6-0 1965....... Johnny Dunn................3-7-0 1966....... Johnny Dunn................6-3-0 1967....... Hobart Lytal..................1-8-0 1968....... Hobart Lytal..................2-7-0 1969....... Hobart Lytal..................1-9-0 Overall record in the ‘60s.....24-58-0
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Tarleton player to have his jersey (No. 34) retired. Gaylon Bowser (1984-87) scored From 1979 to 1982, Tarleton was thrilled by Ricky 33 TDs in Bush, career rushing champion and the only Tarleton 33 career player ever to be selected to four consecutive allgames. America teams. During a five-year span from 1986 to 1990, Tarleton went 45-11-1, won the Sunflower Bowl in 1986, and advanced to the NAIA quarterfinals in 1987, 1989 and 1990. The 1990 team is the only Tarleton team to have an undefeated and untied regular season, going 10-0, before losing in the quarterfinals to eventual national champion Westminster College. That playoff loss to Westminster is remembered as one of the most thrilling games ever to be played at Memorial Stadium. Because of its domination of the league, Tarleton was requested to leave the TIAA and played as an independent from 1991 to 1994. In 1994 the school was accepted for membership to NCAA Division II, and rejoined the Lone Star Conference, first competing for a league title in 1995. The Texans have posted at least five victories in five of the past seven seasons, which easily ranks as Tarleton’s best extended span as a scholarship football school. Tarleton’s 103 record in 2001 is by far the top single season mark during the scholarship era. In 2002, the Texans finished 9-2 for the second best mark since beginning scholarships. Chad Cole Former head coach Todd Whitten played a key role in (1994-97) Tarleton’s recent success, averaging seven wins per season in his five years at the helm. He and his staff set out to make Texan football a consistent winner, and it appears they are well on their way to doing just that. In 2001, Tarleton earned a share of both the LSC overall championship and LSC South Division crown for the first time in school history. The Texans, who closed the regular season with six straight wins, made their first-ever appearance in the NCAA Division II playoffs and advanced to the national quarterfinals. Tarleton placed 17 players on the All-LSC teams in 2002, including an amazing eight first team selections.
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Texan Football History The Texans returned to the playoffs for the second time in three years in 2003 and finished the season 8-4 overall. Tarleton won its third straight LSC division title by taking the North trophy after going 4-1 in North Division play. Seventeen Texan players made the All-LSC teams in 2003, including an astounding 11 players Derrick Ross (2004-05) gained as first team selections. The 3,072 yards in two seasons with Texans now have totaled 34 first the Texans, including a school team All-LSC players since 1996. record 269 yards in a single The 2004 season was another game (Western N.M., 9-10-05). strong year, despite a four-game losing skid in the middle of the season. However, the Texans put together four straight wins to end the season. The Texans missed a share of the Lone Star Conference Championship and the school’s fourth LSC division title with a loss to end the 2005 season. The Texans could have been ranked No. 1 in the South Central Region, but the loss knocked the Texans out of the playoffs for the second straight season. Tarleton finished the 2005 campaign under new head coach Sam McElroy with a 7-3 overall record. In 2006, the Texans shared the LSC South Division crown with West Texas A&M after losing to the Buffaloes in the final game. The defeat kept Tarleton out of the playoffs for the third straight season. The Texans opened the season 0-3 before rattling through the South Division 6-0 before the loss at WTAMU, ending the year 6-4 overall. In 2007, the Texans had a great season, finishing 9-2 overall, including a 27-24 overtime victory at NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision member Stephen F. Austin. However, the Texans were left out Ranardrick Phillips of the (2005-07) playoffs once again after dropping two of the last three contests. Senior defensive back Ranardrick Phillips became the first player in the LSC South Division to earn the Defensive Back of the Year Award three consecutive times (2005, 2006 and 2007). The Texans won the first five games of the 2008 season before dropping a close game at home to resurgent Texas A&M-Kingsville. The Texans finished 8-3 after dropping 114
two of their last three games. Tarleton was featured on national television on CBS College Sports Network on Thursday, Oct. 30 when the Texans hosted Angelo State, winning 31-24. The 2009 season was one for the record books as the season was highlighted by a double-overtime NCAA Division II playoff victory at Texas A&M-Kingsville in the first round. Kicker Garrett Lindholm nailed a division playoff record 64-yard field goal to tie the game as time expired, and Tarleton’s quarterback Scott Grantham scored from 20 yards out before punching in the two-point conversion for the victory. Tarleton finished the season 10-3 and claimed a share of the LSC championship and the LSC South Division title. Tarleton advanced to the second round of the playoffs for the second time in the program’s history. In 2010, head coach Cary Fowler took over a rebuilding program in his first year at the helm of the Texans. Tarleton struggled through injuries and inexperience, limping to a 3-8 record, but it gave the younger players an opportunity to gain valuable experience. The 2011 season was the most successful under Coach Fowler after finishing the season on a five-game winning streak. Tarleton got off to a rough start, but faced very tough competition. In fact, the Texans’ losses came against ranked opponents, including Nick Stephens threw for over 200 yards No. 1 Midwestern State in nine games in 2011. He also led the and No. 2 Abilene Texans to a 5-3 Lone Star Conference Christian. Tarleton record and five straight wins to end the season. rebounded though and finished the season as the hottest team in the conference. At 6-5 on the year, the Texans showed they were growing into a force to be reckoned with in the LSC. It showed a change of pace from the past few years and that the Texans were on the rise. After nearly 100 years of Tarleton football action, including 47 as a senior college, the Texans have never been stronger over a longer period of time. Clearly, the best is yet to come for the Proud Defenders of the Purple and White. The 2012 campaign will be another exciting chapter in tha annals of Tarleton football history.
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Inducted 1982 J.D. McMahon.............1966-68 Inducted 1980 Joe Worsham................1967-70 Inducted 1996 Coach Joe Gillespie......1973-82 Inducted 2000 Johnny Gann................1974-77 Inducted 1994 Taylor Virdell...............1974-77 Inducted 1987 Charles Grooms...........1975-78
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Theon Thetford............1955-56 Inducted 1983 Clyde Noonkester.........1956-58 Inducted 1984 Mike A. Myers.............1956-58 Inducted 2012 Mike A. Myers Robert Barnett..............1958-59 Was a member of the first conference championship team in 1958 in 30 years Inducted 1984 John Riggs....................1960-63 Bobby Cavazos............1949-50 Inducted 1980 Inducted 1981 Randy Winkler.............1962-66 Inducted 1981
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The football program is well represented in Tarleton’s Athletics Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame, which was debuted in 1980, currently consists of 131 former Tarleton athletic greats, including 62 former football players and two former football coaches. Here’s a listing (sorted by years played) of the inductees with ties to the football program: Inducted 1985 Player Years 2012 CLASS Inducted to HALL Charles High................1974-78 T-Bone Winters............1913-15 James Dearth was a two-time second team All-American in football and an All Inducted 1985 Inducted 1980 American in the shot put. Drafted in 1996 in the sixth round by the Cleveland Browns, Dearth is a 12-year veteran of the National Football League as a Tally Neal.....................1975-78 Monty Montgomery.....1917-21 deep snapper. While at Tarleton, the former tight end earned All-Lone Star Inducted 1983 Inducted 1982 Conference honors, as well as a number of other accolades. Besides being an NFL player, Dearth has found a number of ways to give back to the community, Dan Smalley.................1975-78 Bunt Adams..................1917-21 using his morals and faith to impact young peoples’ lives. Inducted 2005 Inducted 1981 Mike Myers is Tarleton’s all-time career and single season leader in extra points Wayne Schumacher......1975-78 Roy Hudspeth..............1917-22 with 85 and 37 respectively. Myers was a four-year letter winner for the Texans and had 154 points all-time. During one stretch, he hit 54 straight extra-points. Inducted 1990 Inducted 1980 Earning All-TIAA honors and second team NAIA All-America honors, Myers Billy Joe Easter............1975-78 Zelna Compton.............1919-23 will be celebrated as one of the best placekickers in Texan history. He is still an avid supporter of Tarleton Athletics and Tarleton State University. Inducted 1997 Inducted 1983 Mike A. Myers spent two years at Tarleton State College before eventually Steve Fieszel................1975-78 Coach W.J. Wisdom.....1920-35 moving on to the University of Texas at Austin, where he graduated from in Inducted 1997 Inducted 1981 1959. During his stint in Stephenville, Myers was a split end for the Plowboys and a sprinter on the track team. He started on a strong Tarleton team that won Ricky Bush...................1979-82 Al Jennings..................1922-26 the first conference championship since 1928. After his playing days were over, Myers went on to become a successful business man. He has been honored Inducted 1986 Inducted 1980 with Distinguished Alumnus (1978), Ring of Honor (2004) and the President’s Terry Gambill...............1980-83 Max Menzies................1923-26 All-Purple Award honors since his departure from Tarleton. Myers continues to be active in the development of Tarleton State University. Inducted 1998 Inducted 1981 Duck Marr....................1925-26 James Coble.................1949-50 Pat Ballow....................1963-66 Dennis Estelle..............1983-84 Inducted 2006 Inducted 1980 Inducted 1980 Inducted 1983 Jess Davis.....................1925-29 Jack Jones.....................1949-50 Ed Pettit........................1964-65 Mike Baskin.................1983-86 Inducted 2002 Inducted 1980 Inducted 1982 Inducted 1980 Gaylon Bowser.............1984-87 Hugh Wolfe..................1931-33 Lloyd Corder................1949-50 Inducted 1999 Inducted 1981 Inducted 1981 Mike Myers.................1984-88 Henry Todd..................1933-35 Marvin Brown..............1948-50 Inducted 2012 Inducted 1982 Inducted 1980 Danny David................1986-87 Clifford Funderburk.....1935-36 Pence Dacus.................1949-50 Inducted 2001 Inducted 1981 Inducted 1980 Robert Ivey...................1986-88 Ernie Pannell................1935-36 Carleton “Gene” Hardin....1950-51 Inducted 2007 Inducted 1983 Inducted 1993 Rodney Webb...............1986-89 Jude Smith....................1934-37 Webb Bishop................1953-55 Mike Myers Kicked game-winning field goal at Inducted 2007 Inducted 1980 Inducted 1980 Sunflower Bowl in 1987 Eric Lugo.....................1987-90 Tommy Tinker..............1936-38 Gene Ward....................1953-55 Inducted 1990 Walter Moegelin...........1964-67 Inducted 2004 Inducted 1987 Kevin Vickers...............1995-97 Jerry Flemmons............1954-56 Inducted 1985 Richard Dale Smith......1965-68 Inducted 2008 Inducted 1980 James Dearth...............1995-98 Leon Blakeney.............1955-56 Inducted 1980 Harlan Wunsch.............1965-69 Inducted 2012 Inducted 1980
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Tarleton Award Winners TARLETON ALL-AMERICA SELECTIONS
Richard Smith
Steve Fieszel
Floyd Beasley
Three Academic All-Americans
James Dearth
J. W. Boren
68 All-Americans
Derrick Ross
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Year Player 1963 John Riggs 1965 Randy Winkler 1966 J.D. McMahon Pat Ballow 1967 Richard Smith 1968 Richard Smith 1977 Tally Neal 1978 Tally Neal Steve Fieszel Wayne Schumacher Garry Wright 1979 Tony Tuck Ricky Bush 1980 Ricky Bush 1981 Ricky Bush Tony Martinez 1982 Ricky Bush Floyd Beasley Lary Fowler Craig Wright Mike Dolloff 1983 Terry Gambill 1984 Dennis Estelle C.W. Adkins 1985 Mark Baskin 1986 Mark Baskin Scott Smith Gaylon Bowser 1987 Mike Myers Gaylon Bowser Jeffrey Edwards Perry Bukowski Craig Hancock 1988 Todd Sells Robert Ivey 1989 Rodney Webb Todd Sells 1990 Eddie Washington James Bodine 1991 Eddie Washington James Bodine 1993 Clint Jentsch Trampas Wilson 1994 Kevin Vickers Kevin Moseley Ryland Bailey 1997 James Dearth 1998 James Dearth 2000 J.W. Boren 2001 Charles Davis Derrick Watson Steve Kelly Ryan Seward 2002 J.W. Boren J.W. Boren Kert Turner Derek Thomas Brandon Young 2003 Kert Turner Derek Thomas Kyle Masters 2004 Derrick Ross 2005 Derrick Ross Paul Williams 2006 Paul Williams John Harrell 2007 Ranardrick Phillips 2009 Garrett Lindholm 2011 Dashaun Phillips
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Tarleton Award Winners The John Fielding Higgs Award for Most Valuable Player on the Tarleton football team was established in 1950 by Rufus Higgs, owner-publisher of the Stephenville Daily-Empire, and
Mrs. Higgs as a memorial to their son, Lt. John Fielding Higgs. Lt. Higgs, a former Tarleton student, was co-pilot on a B-17 shot down over Stuttgart, Germany, on May 29, 1944.
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1972 Tommy Konz R 1981 Ricky Bush RB 1990 Mike Loveless C
Hometown Waco Killeen Garland Waco Frisco Abilene Cleburne Haskell Garland Milford Texas City McGregor New Braunfels Liberty Hill Pflugerville Pflugerville Pilot Point Forney Austin Edgewood Chappel Hill Waco Breckenridge Sweeny Madison, Fla. Waco Madison, Fla. Stephenville Pilot Point San Angelo Duncanville
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Kelby Ledbetter
Cliff Watkins
Kert Turner
Olan Coleman
Jeff Parker
Joe Morrison
Jeremy Madkins
Mike Jones
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The Buddy Fornes Memorial Award was established after the 1997 season in memory of the late Tarleton coach (1973-82). The award goes annually to the player who embodies the spirit of the type of player that Fornes loved to teach -- a hard-working, dedicated, blue-collar studentathlete. Year Player Pos. Hometown 1997 Ryan Seward C Goldthwaite 1998 Wade Tanner DE Morton 1999 Chris Chambers WR Hitchcock 2000 Scott Rawlings DT Boyd 2001 Alester Givens RB Los Angeles, Calif. 2002 Derek Thomas DB Jewett 2003 Joe Morrison RB San Francisco, Calif. 2004 Kelby Ledbetter DL Wheeler 2005 Jeff Parker OL Belton 2006 Jeremy Madkins WR Stephenville 2007 Mike Jones OL Houston 2008 Devin Livingston OL San Antonio 2009 Jacob Rowe DE Alvardo 2010 Brandon Johnson DB Giddings 2011 Jason Billings DL Nocona
Year Player 1981 Ricky Bush 1982 Lary Fowler 1983 Terry Gambill 1984 Dennis Estelle 1985 Vic Routh 1986 Melvin Modesty 1987 Robert “Boo” Jones 1988 Robert Ivey 1989 Rodney Webb 1990 Mike Loveless 1991 Robert Simpson, Jr. 1992 Jimmy Hering 1993 Clint Jentsch 1994 Kevin Vickers 1995 Chad Martinka 1996 Chad Martinka 1997 Chad Cole 1998 Justin McDaniel 1999 Trenzio Turner 2000 Kevin Wilson 2001 Micheal Jackson 2002 Olan Coleman 2003 Cliff Watkins 2004 Courtenay Sanders 2005 Ranardrick Phillips 2006 Erick Smith 2007 Ranardrick Phillips 2008 George Murray 2009 Arthur Buckingham 2010 Robert Payne 2011 Dashaun Phillips
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Hometown Breckenridge McAllen Breckenridge Waco Hearne Stephenville Kermit Big Lake Hamilton Hico Austin San Saba Breckenridge Galena Park Hurst Belton Fort Worth Odessa Fort Worth Rosebud Fort Worth Gatesville Olney Grand Prairie Vanderbilt San Antonio San Antonio Llano San Antonio Stephenville Waco
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Year Player 1950 Jack Jones 1951 Charles Goff 1952 Franklin Earney 1953 Laudie Bitner 1954 Webb Bishop 1955 Jerry Flemmons 1956 Leon Blakeney 1957 Bobby Walls 1958 Jerry Massingill 1959 Bob Barnett 1960 Dee Stokes 1961 Jimmy Eden 1962 Dick Rogers 1963 John Riggs 1964 Irling Smith 1965 Randy Winkler 1966 J.D. McMahon 1967 James Medley 1968 J.D. McMahon 1969 Harlan Wunsch 1970 Dan Garrett 1971 Johnny Weaver 1972 Willie Stafford 1973 Nickey Miller 1974 Blake Edwards 1975 Tally Neal 1976 Tally Neal 1977 Taylor Virdell 1978 Tally Neal 1979 Tony Tuck 1980 Ricky Bush
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Four-Time LSC Division Championships
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Individual Records 2. 435, Kevin Vickers vs. Ouachita Baptist, 9-24-94 3. 420, Chad Cole vs. A&M-Commerce, 11-15-97 4. 417, Chase Sugarek vs. Northeastern St., 10-26-02 5. 412, Kevin Vickers vs. Southwestern KS, 11-12-94 Top 10 Seasons: 1. 3,547; Cliff Watkins, 2003 [12 games] 2. 3,411; Steve Kelly, 2001 [13 games] 3. 3,008; Kevin Vickers, 1994 [10 games] 4. 3,005; Nick Stephens, 2011 [11 games] 5. 2,985; Scott Grantham, 2009 [13 games] 6. 2,882; Scott Grantham, 2007 [11 games] 7. 2,675; Chad Cole, 1997 [11 games] 8. 2,638; Steve Kelly, 2000 [11 games] 9. 2,399; Eric Lugo, 1990 [12 games] 10. 2,232; Chase Sugarek, 2002 [11 games] Top 3 Careers: 1. 8,203; Steve Kelly, 1999-2001 [35 games] 2. 7,267; Chad Cole, 1995-98 [37 games] Yards Per Game Total Plays Season: 156.0, Derrick Ross, 2004 [10 3. 5,684; J.D. McMahon, 1966-68 [27 games] Game: 71, J.D. McMahon vs. Angelo games] State, 10-28-67 Career: 94.1, Ricky Bush, 1979-82 Yards Per Game Top 10 Seasons: [36 games] Top 4 Seasons: 1. 495, Steve Kelly, 2001 [13 games] 2-YR Career: 161.8, Derrick Ross, 1. 300.8, Kevin Vickers, 1994 [10 games] 2. 487, Kevin Vickers, 1994 [10 games] 2004-05 [19 games] 2. 295.6, Cliff Watkins, 2003 [12 games] 3. 485, Nick Stephens, 2011 [11 games] 3. 273.2, Nick Stephens, 2011 [11 games] 4. 479, Cliff Watkins, 2003 [12 games] 4. 262.4, Steve Kelly, 2001 [13 games] 5. 453, Scott Grantham, 2009 [13 games] Attempts Game: 40, Ricky Bush vs. Lubbock 5. 262.0, Scott Grantham, 2007 [11 games] 6. 442, Steve Kelly, 1999 [11 games] Career: 234.4, Steve Kelly, 1999-2001 [35 Christian, 11-8-80 7. 430, Steve Kelly, 2000 [11 games] games] Top 10 Seasons: 8. 402, Chad Cole, 1997 [11 games] 1. 254, Derrick Ross, 2004 [10 games] 9. 370, J.D. McMahon 1966 [9 games] 10. 367, Scott Grantham, 2007 [11 games] 2. 249, Ricky Bush, 1981 [10 games] 3. 243, Justin McDaniel, 1998 [11 games] Attempts Top 2 Careers: Game: 60, J.D. McMahon vs. Angelo 1. 1,367, Steve Kelly, 1999-01 [35 games] 4. 236, Derrick Ross, 2005 [9 games] State, 10-28-67; and 60, Dan Garrett vs. Texas 2. 1,156, Chad Cole, 1995-98 [37 games] 5. 232, Jerome Smith, 1999 [11 games] 6. 213, Robert Simpson, 1990 [12 games] A&M-Kingsville, 10-31-70 Top 10 Seasons: 7. 201, Ricky Bush, 1980 [10 games] RUSHING 8. 192, Evan Robertson, 2010 [11 games] 1. 437, Cliff Watkins, 2003 [12 games] 2. 429, Nick Stephens, 2011 [11 games] Yards Gained 9. 174, Lamont Randle, 1997 [11 games] 3. 416, Steve Kelly, 2001 [13 games] Top 5 Games: 10. 172, Ricky Bush, 1979 [10 games] 4. 398, Scott Grantham, 2009 [13 games] 1. 269, Derrick Ross vs. Western N.M., Career: 720, Ricky Bush, 1979-82 5. 381, Steve Kelly, 2000 [11 games] 9-10-05 [36 games] 6. 371, Kevin Vickers, 1994 [10 games] 2. 260, Derrick Ross vs. N.M. Highlands, 7. 367, Chad Cole, 1997 [11 games] 8-26-04 8. 339, Steve Kelly, 1999 [11 games] PASSING 3. 223, Gaylon Bowser vs. Bethany, 9. 316, Scott Grantham, 2007 [11 games] Yards Gained 11-21-87 10. 313, Eric Lugo, 1990 [12 games] Top 5 Games: 4. 210, Gaylon Bowser vs. Benedictine, 1. 448, Cliff Watkins vs. Northeastern State, Top 3 Careers: 11-22-86 1. 1,136; Steve Kelly, 1999-2001 [35 games] 10-25-03 TOTAL OFFENSE Yards Gained Game: 477, Kevin Vickers vs. Ouachita Baptist, 9-24-94 Top 10 Seasons: 1. 3,577; Steve Kelly, 2001 [13 games] 2. 3,335; Cliff Watkins, 2003 [11 games] 3. 3,411; Steve Kelly, 2001 [13 games] 4. 3,232; Kevin Vickers, 1994 [10 games] 5. 3,046; Scott Grantham, 2009 [13 games] 6. 2,943; Scott Grantham, 2007 [11 games] 7. 2,872; Nick Stephens, 2011 [11 games] 8. 2,782; Steve Kelly, 2000 [11 games] 9. 2,582; Chad Cole, 1997 [11 games] 10. 2,282; Eric Lugo, 1990 [12 games] Top 3 Careers: 1. 8,621; Steve Kelly, 1999-2001 [35 games] 2. 7,026; Chad Cole, 1995-98 [37 games] 3. 5,288; J.D. McMahon, 1966-68 [27 games]
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5. 206, Ricky Bush vs. Sul Ross State, 11-1-80 Top 10 Seasons: 1. 1,560, Derrick Ross, 2004 [10 games] 2. 1,512, Derrick Ross, 2005 [9 games] 3. 1,221, Ricky Bush, 1981 [10 games] 4. 1,085, Lamont Randle, 1996 [10 games] 5. 1,024, Roderick Smith, 2008 [11 games] 6. 984, Ricky Bush, 1980 [10 games] 7. 969, Alfred Knox, 1972 [10 games] 8. 920, Robert Simpson, 1990 [12 games] 9. 902, Justin McDaniel, 1998 [11 games] 10. 894, Evan Robertson, 2009 [13 games] Top 3 Careers: 1. 3,389, Ricky Bush, 1979-82 [36 games] 2. 3,183, Roderick Smith, 2006-09 [43 games] 3. 3,072, Derrick Ross, 2004-05 [19 games]
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Individual Records 10-25-03 5. 187, Colin Yocum vs. Prairie View A&M, 11-5-94 Top 8 Seasons: 1. 1,140; Will Moody, 2003 [12 games] 2. 1,039; Devin Guinn, 2007 [11 games] 3. 996, Ryland Bailey, 1994 [10 games] 4. 954, Colin Yocom, 1994 [10 games] 5. 952, Jeremy Madkins, 2003 [11 games] 6. 950, Harlan Wunsch, 1968 [9 games] 7. 921, Bobby Sutton, 1990 [12 games] 8. 819, Shamarr Prentice, 2007 [10 games] Top 3 Careers: 1. 2,582; Harlan Wunsch, 1967-69 [27 games] 2. 2,566; Will Moody, 2000-03 [46 games] 3. 2,441; Jeremy Madkins, 2003-06 [35 games]
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Receptions Top 3 Games: 1. 16, Ryland Bailey vs. West Texas A&M, Completion Percentage 10-29-94 Interceptions Thrown Game: 83.3, Steve Kelly vs. Abilene Game: 7, J.D. McMahon vs. Sam Houston T-2. 15, Harlan Wunsch vs. Ark. Tech, 10Christian, 10-20-01 [20-24] 20-67 State, 9-28-68 Top 9 Seasons: T-2. 15, Alester Givens vs. Midwestern Worst 9 Seasons: 1. 63.3, Chase Sugarek, 2002 [176-278 in St., 11-3-01 1. 21, J.D. McMahon, 1968 [11 games] 11 games] Top 10 Seasons: 2. 18, Kevin Vickers, 1994 [10 games] 2. 60.6, Cliff Watkins, 2003 [265-437 in 1. 70, Devin Guinn, 2010 [13 games] 3. 16, Chad Cole, 1997 [11 games] 12 games] 2. 69, Will Moody, 2003 [12 games] T4. 15, Kevin Petty, 1983 [9 games] 3. 60.5, Richard Bartel, 2005 [153-253 in T4. 15, Shelby Wright, 1980 [10 games] 3. 64, Harlan Wunsch, 1968 [9 games] 10 games] T-4. 61, Chris Chambers, 2000 [11 games] T4. 15, Greg Edwards, 1979 [10 games] 4. 60.4, Scott Grantham, 2007 [191-316 in 7. 14, Chad Cole, 1998 [11 games] T-4. 61,Will Moody, 2002 [11 games] 11 games] 6. 60, Ryland Bailey, 1994 [10 games] 8. 13, Steve Kelly, 1999 [11 games] 5. 59.9, Steve Kelly, 2001 [249-416 in 13 T9. 12, Scott Grantham, 2009 [13 games] 7. 59, Jeremy Madkins, 2003 [11 games] games] T9. 12, Scott Grantham, 2007 [11 games] 8. 58, Alester Givens, 2001 [13 games] 6. 58.3, Richard Bartel, 2006 [161-276 in T9. 12, Steve Kelly, 2000 [11 games] T9. 57, Jahmeel Hobson, 2009 [13 games] 10 games] T9. 57, Devin Guinn, 2007 [11 games] T9. 12, Nick Stephens, 2010 [8 games] 7. 58.2, David Durell, 2004 [107-184 in 7 Career: 52, J.D. McMahon, 1966-68 [27 Career: 188, Harlan Wunsch, 1967-69 [27 games] games] games] 8. 57.7, Steve Kelly, 2000 [220-381 in 11 games] Yards Per Game RECEIVING 9. 56.4, Nick Stephens, 2011 [242-429 in Yards Gained Top 10 Seasons: 11 games] 1. 99.6, Ryland Bailey, 1994 [10 games] Top 5 Games: 10. 55.6, Eric Lugo, 1990 [174-313 in 12 1. 234, Colin Yocom vs. Ouachita Baptist, 2. 95.4, Colin Yocom, 1994 [10 games] games] 3. 95.0, Will Moody, 2003 [12 games] 9-24-94 Top 3 Careers: 2. 229, Will Moody vs. Southern Arkansas, 4. 94.5, Devin Guinn, 2007 [11 games] 1. 63.9, Chase Sugarek, 2000-02 [191-299 in 5. 86.5, Jeremy Madkins, 2003 [11 games] 9-6-03 20 games] 3. 227, Ryland Bailey vs. West Texas A&M, 6. 81.9, Shamarr Prentice, 2007 [10 games] 2. 60.2, Cliff Watkins, 2002-03 [281-467 in 7. 80.5, Jahmeel Hobson, 2009 [13 games] 10-29-94 17 games] 8. 78.4, Devin Guinn, 2009 [13 games] 4. 215, Jeken Frye vs. Northeastern State, 3. 59.4, Richard Bartel, 2005-06 [314-529 in 9-2-10 9. 76.8, Bobby Sutton, 1990 [12 games] 20 games] 4. 208, Jeremy Madkins vs. NE Oklahoma, 10. 73.4, Eric Foreman, 2008 [9 games]
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2. 1,039; Chad Cole, 1995-98 [37 games] Touchdown Passes 3. 787, J.D. McMahon, 1966-68 [27 games] Game: 7, Kevin Vickers vs. Southwestern Kan.), 11-12-94 Completions Top 9 Seasons: Game: 33, Chase Sugarek vs. Northeastern 1. 29, Cliff Watkins, 2003 [12 games] State, 10-26-02 2. 27, Steve Kelly, 2001 [13 games] Top 10 Seasons: T3. 24, Kevin Vickers, 1994 [10 games] 1. 276, Richard Bartel, 2006 [10 games] T3. 24, Scott Grantham, 2007 [11 games] 2. 265, Cliff Watkins, 2003 [12 games] T5. 20, Nick Stephens, 2011 [11 games] 3. 249, Steve Kelly, 2001 [13 games] T5. 20, Eric Lugo, 1990 [12 games] 4. 242, Nick Stephens, 2011 [11 games] 7. 19, Scott Grantham, 2009 [13 games] 5. 220, Steve Kelly, 2000 [11 games] 8. 18, Steve Kelly, 2000 [11 games] 6. 205, Chad Cole, 1996 [10 games] 9. 17, J.D. McMahon, 1968 [9 games] 7. 191, Scott Grantham, 2007 [11 games] T10. 16, Chad Cole, 1997 [11 games] T8. 189, Chad Cole, 1997 [11 games] T10. 16, Jimmy Hering, 1992 [10 games] T8. 189, Kevin Vickers, 1994 [10 games] T10. 16, Richard Bartel, 2006 [10 games] 10. 176, Chase Sugarek, 2002 [11 games] Top 3 Careers: Top 3 Careers: 1. 51, Steve Kelly, 1999-2001 [35 games] 1. 622, Steve Kelly, 1999-2001 [35 games] 2. 45, Chad Cole, 1995-98 [37 games] 2. 546, Chad Cole, 1995-98 [37 games] T3. 38, J.D. McMahon, 1966-68 [27 games] 3. 389, J.D. McMahon, 1966-68 [27 games] T3. 38, Scott Grantham, 2007-09 [22 games]
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68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
Individual Records Touchdown Receptions Game: 4, Dustin Pleasant vs. Midwestern State, 10-14-06 Top 10 Seasons: T1. 12, Devin Guinn, 2007 [11 games] T1. 12, Ryland Bailey, 1994 [10 games] T3. 10, Will Moody, 2003 [12 games] T3. 10, Damien Jackson, 2001 [13 games] T3. 10, Jeremy Madkins, 2006 [10 games] T6. 8, Devin Guinn, 2009 [13 games] T6. 8, Bobby Sutton, 1990 [12 games] T6. 8, Dustin Pleasant, 2006 [10 games] T6. 8, Pat Bollow, 1966 [9 games] Top 4 Careers: 1. 25, Jeremy Madkins, 2003-06 [35 games] 2. 20, Will Moody, 2000-03 [46 games] 3. 18, Devin Guinn, 2006-09 [31 games] 4. 15, Loften Swint, 1995-98 [41 games] SCORING Points Game: 24, Gaylon Bowser vs. Austin College, 11-14-87 [4 TDs] 24, Derrick Ross vs. Northeastern State, 10-23-04 [4 TDs] 24, Dustin Pleasant vs. Midwestern State, 10-14-06 [4 TDs] Top 8 Seasons: 1. 134, Derrick Ross, 2004 [10 games] 2. 94, J.W. Boren, 2001 [13 games] T3. 90, Roderick Smith, 2008 [11 games] T3. 90, J.W. Boren, 2002 [11 games] T3. 90, Gaylon Bowser, 1987 [10 games] 6. 88, Garrett Lindholm, 2009 [13 games] 7. 86, Robert Simpson, 1990 [12 games] 8. 84, Derrick Ross, 2005 [10 games] Top 2 Careers: 1. 313, J.W. Boren, 1999-02 [46 games] 3. 218, Derrick Ross, 2004-05 [19 games] Touchdowns Quarter: 3, Pat Ballow vs. Sam Houston State, 10-1-66 Top 3 Games: T-1. 4, Gaylon Bowser vs. Austin College, 11-14-87 T-1. 4, Steve Kelly vs. Eastern N.M., 10-13-01 T-1. 4, Derrick Ross vs. Northeastern State, 120
Top 10 Seasons: 1. 18, Paul Williams, 2005 [att. 18 in 9 games] 2. 17, J.W. Boren, 2002 [att. 25 in 11 games] 3. 16, J.W. Boren, 2000 [att. 20 in 11 games] 4. 15, Garrett Lindholm, 2009 [att. 18 in 13 games] T5. 14, J.W. Boren, 2001 [att. 19 in 13 games] T5. 14, Paul Williams, 2006 [att. 18 in PLACEKICKING 10 games] Field Goals Attempted T7. 12, Garrett Lindholm, 2008 [att. 19 in Top 3 Games: 11 games] 1. 6, J.W. Boren vs. Abilene Christian, T7. 12, J.W. Boren, 1999 [att. 19 in 11 10-21-00 [made 5] games] T-2. 5, Gale Grant vs. Trinity, 9-30-78 T7. 12, Trampas Wilson, 1993 [att. 15 in [made 1] 10 games] T-2. 5, Trampas Wilson vs. East Central, T7. 12, Shawn Minor, 1990 [att. 15 in 9-4-93 [made 5] 12 games] Top 10 Seasons: T7. 12, Blake Wiest, 2010 [att. 17 in 1. 25, J.W. Boren, 2002 [made 17 in 11 games] 11 games] Top 2 Careers: 2. 21, Gale Grant, 1978 [made 8 in 10 games] 1. 59, J.W. Boren, 1999-02 [att. 83 in 3. 20, J.W. Boren, 2000 [made 16 in 46 games] 11 games] 2. 40, Paul Williams, 2004-06 [att. 47 in T-4. 19, J.W. Boren, 1999 [made 12 in 29 games] 11 games] T-4. 19, J.W. Boren, 2001 [made 14 in 13 games] Consecutive Field Goals Made T6. 18, Garrett Lindholm, 2009 [made 15 1. 26, Paul Williams, beginning Oct. 16, 2004 in 13 games] to Sept. 2, 2006 [13 games] T6. 18, Jamie Guin, 2003 [made 15 in 13 games] PATs Attempted T6. 18, Bryan Jones, 1997 [made 9 in 11 Top 4 Games: games] T-1. 8, Trampas Wilson vs. Prairie View T6. 18, Paul Williams, 2006 [made 14 in A&M, 11-5-94 [made 8] 10 games] T-1. 8, J.W. Boren vs. West Texas A&M, Top 2 Careers: 10-6-01 [made 8] 1. 83, J.W. Boren, 1999-02 [made 59 in T-1. 8, J.W. Boren vs. SW Assemblies of 46 games] God, 8-29-02 [made 8] 2. 47, Paul Williams, 2004-06 [made 40 in T-1. 8, J.W. Boren vs. Southeastern 29 games] Oklahoma, 10-29-02 [made 8] Top 10 Seasons: Field Goals Made 1. 57, J.W. Boren, 2001 [made 52] Top 2 Games: 2. 48, Jamie Guin, 2003 [made 43] T-1. 5, Trampas Wilson vs. East Central, 3. 45, Garrett Lindholm, 2009 [made 43] 9-4-93 [att. 5] T4. 43, J.W. Boren, 2002 [made 39] T-1. 5, J.W. Boren vs. Abilene Christian, T4. 43, Garrett Lindholm, 2008 [made 43] 10-21-00 [att. 6] 11-23-04 T-1. 4, Dustin Pleasant vs. Midwestern State, 10-14-06 Season: 1. 22, Derrick Ross, 2004 [10 games] T2. 15, Roderick Smith, 2008 [11 games] T2. 15, Gaylon Bowser, 1987 [10 games] Top 2 Careers: 1. 39, Roderick Smith, 2006-09 [43 games] 2. 33, Gaylon Bowser, 1984-87 [33 games]
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Individual Records 9-16-78 [523 yards]; and 12, Andy Bell vs. McMurry, 9-19-81 [340 yards] Top 10 Seasons: 1. 78, Gale Grant, 1978 [2,975 yards] 2. 75, Ronnie Heller, 1980 [2,855 yards] 3. 71, Kyle Hopf, 2009 [2,795 yards] 4. 69, Brad Couch, 1995 [2,363 yards] 5. 64, Scott Smith, 1985 [2,575 yards] T6. 63, Brad Couch, 1997 [2,132 yards] T6. 63, Kyle Allred, 1991 [2,288 yards] 8. 61, Scott Smith, 1984 [2,370 yards] 9. 60, Paul Williams, 2004 [2,251 yards] T10. 57, Kyle Allred, 1992 [2,268 yards] T10. 57, Scott Smith, 1983 [2,145 yards] Career: 240, Scott Smith, 1983-86 [9,460 yards in 41 games]
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PUNT RETURNS Yards Returned Game: 117, Sam Scott vs. Trinity, 11-3-79 [4 ret.] Top 10 Seasons: 1. 340, Nathan Robinson, 2007 [24 ret. in 11 games] 2. 290, Devon Dorris, 1998 [26 ret. in 11 games] 3. 282, Aaron Lucas, 1999 [32 ret. in 11 games] 4. 267, Treeo Gibson, 2005 [20 ret. in 10 games] PATs Made 5. 237, Lonnie Jones, 1999 [15 ret. in 11 Top 4 Games: games] T-1. 8, Trampas Wilson vs. Prairie View 6. 234, Aaron Lucas, 2002 [27 ret. in 11 A&M, 11-5-94 [att. 8] games] T-1. 8, J.W. Boren vs. West Texas A&M, 7. 229, Sam Scott, 1979 [14 ret. in 10 10-6-01 [att. 8] Yards games] T-1. 8, J.W. Boren vs. SW Assemblies of Game: 523, Gale Grant vs. Sul Ross State, 8. 222, Aaron Lucas, 2000 [29 ret. in 11 God, 8-29-02 [att. 8] 9-16-78 [12 attempts] games] T-1. 8, J.W. Boren vs. Southeastern Top 10 Seasons: 9. 209, Mike Lanzalaco, 1981 [20 ret. in 10 Oklahoma, 8-29-02 [att. 8] 1. 2,975; Gale Grant, 1978 [78 attempts] games] Top 10 Seasons: 2. 2,885; Ronnie Heller, 1980 [75 attempts] 10. 206, Devin Guinn, 2009 [25 ret. in 13 1. 52, J.W. Boren, 2001 [att. 57 in 3. 2,795; Kyle Hopf, 2009 [71 attempts] games] 13 games] 4. 2,575; Scott Smith, 1985 [64 attempts] Top 4 Careers: 2. 48, Jamie Guin, 2003 [att. 47 in 12 5. 2,574; Todd Sells, 1989 [65 attempts] 1. 858, Aaron Lucas, 1999-02 [111 ret. in games] 46 games] 3. 43, Garrett Lindholm, 2009 [att. 45 in 13 6. 2,370; Scott Smith, 1984 [61 attempts] 7. 2,363; Brad Couch, 1995 [69 attempts] 2. 550, Bobby Sutton, 1988-90 [71 ret. in games] 8. 2,288; Kyle Allred, 1991 [63 attempts] 34 games] 4. 42, Garrett Lindholm, 2008 [att. 43 in 9. 2,268; Kyle Allred, 1992 [57 attempts] 3. 415, Devon Dorris, 1997-98 [44 ret. in 11 games] 21 games] 5. 41, Stephen Arnold, 2007 [att. 41 in 9 10. 2,251; Paul Williams, 2004 [60 attempts] Career: 9,460; Scott Smith, 1983-86 4. 391, Robt. ‘Boo’ Jones, 1986-87 [30 ret. in games] 20 games] [240 attempts in 41 games] 6. 39, J.W. Boren, 2002 [att. 43 in 11 games] T7. 37, Paul Williams, 2004 [att. 38 in 11 Punt Returns Average games] Game: 9, Aaron Lucas vs. Abilene Top 10 Seasons: T7. 37, Mike Myers, 1987 [att. 37 in 10 1. 42.0, Todd Sells, 1988 [43-1,809 in 9 games] Christian, 10-23-99 [66 yards] games] 9. 35, Trampas Wilson, 1994 [att. 36 in 10 2. 40.5, Scott Smith, 1986 [48-1,946 in 10 games] Top 10 Seasons: 3. 40.4, Kyle Hopf, 2007 [38-1,534 in 11 games] 1. 32, Aaron Lucas, 1999 [282 yards in 11 games] T4. 40.2, Scott Smith, 1985 [64-2,575 in 10 games] games] 10. 33, J.W. Boren, 2000 [att. 30 in 11 T4. 40.2, Harland Wunsch, 1968 [in 9 games] 2. 31, Ryland Bailey, 1994 [198 yards in games] 6. 40.0, Chris Evatt, 2002 [49-1,971 in 10 games] 10 games] Top 2 Careers: T7. 39.8, Jerry Owens, 2011 [29-1,156 in 11 games] 3. 30, Bobby Sutton, 1988 [244 yards in 10 1. 136, J.W. Boren, 1999-02 [att. 148 in T7. 39.8, Kyle Allred, 1992 [57-2,268 in 10 games] games] 46 games] 9. 39.7, Kyle Hopf, 2008 [38-1,510 in 11 games] 4. 29, Aaron Lucas, 2000 [222 yards in 11 2. 89, Paul Williams, 2004-06 [att. 94 in 10. 39.6, Todd Sells, 1989 [65-2,574 in 12 games] games] 29 games] Career: 39.4, Scott Smith, 1983-86 [240- 5. 27, Aaron Lucas, 2002 [234 yards in 11 9,460 in 41 games] games] T6. 26, Devon Dorris, 1998 [290 yards in PUNTING 11 games] Punts Game: 12, Gale Grant vs. Sul Ross State, 6. 41, Stephen Arnold, 2007 [made 41] 7. 38, Paul Williams, 2004 [made 37] 8. 37, Mike Myers, 1987 [made 37] 9. 36, Trampas Wilson, 1994 [made 35] 10. 33, Paul Williams, 2006 [made 30] Top 2 Careers: 1. 148, J.W. Boren, 1999-02 [made 136 in 46 games] 2. 94, Paul Williams, 2004-06 [made 89 in 29 games]
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68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
Individual Records T6. 26, Ryland Bailey, 1993 [172 yards in 10 games] T8. 25, Devin Guinn, 2009 [260 yards in 13 games] T8. 25, Bobby Sutton, 1990 [158 yards in 12 games] 10. 24, Nathan Robinson, 2007 [340 yards in 11 games] Top 2 Careers: 1. 111, Aaron Lucas, 1999-02 [858 yds in 46 games] 2. 71, Bobby Sutton, 1988-90 [550 yards in 34 games]
T7. 23, Jeffrey Hess, 1993 [491 yards in 10 games] T9. 22, Evan Robertson, 2009 [562 yards in 13 games] T9. 22, Chad Martinka, 1995 [528 yards in 11 games] Career: 66, Chad Martinka, 1992-96 [1,607 yards in 38 games]
DEFENSE Interceptions By Top 3 Games: T-1. 3, Craig Wright vs. Sul Ross State, 9-11-82 T-1. 3, Michael Dube vs. East Central, KICKOFF RETURNS 9-1-90 Yards Returned Game: 195, Ricky Bush vs. Austin T-1. 3, Chad Martinka vs. West Texas A&M, 10-12-96 College, 10-13-79 [5 returns] Top 7 Seasons: Top 9 Seasons: T1. 8, Walter Moeglin, 1966 [9 games] 1. 730, Mike Schuelke, 1973 [10 games] T1. 8, Craig Wright, 1982 [9 games] 2. 623, Bobby Sutton, 1988 [10 games] T3. 7, Dashaun Phillips, 2011 [11 games] 3. 620, Chad Martinka, 1993 [7 games] T3. 7, Kevin Pope, 1984 [10 games] 4. 598, Travis Evans, 2008 [9 games] T3. 7, Lance Trinque, 1982 [9 games] 5. 584, Olan Coleman, 2001 [12 games] 6. 6, Michael Dube, 1990 [12 games] 6. 570, Boo Jones, 1986 [10 games] 7. 562, Evan Robertson, 2009 [13 games] T7. 5, five players Top 2 Careers: 8. 556, Alester Givens, 2000 [11 games] T-1. 14, Lance Trinque, 1979-82 9. 528, Chad Martinka, 1995 [11 games] Career: 1,607, Chad Martinka, 1992-96 [29 games] T-1. 14, Michael Dube, 1989-92 [66 returns in 38 games] [41 games] Kick Returns Game: 7, Bobby Sutton vs. Austin College, 10-8-88; and 7, Alester Givens vs. Angelo State, 11-18-00 [127 yards] Top 10 Seasons: T1. 29, Alester Givens, 2000 [556 yards in 10 games] T1. 29, Aaron Lucas, 2000 [222 yards in 11 games] 3. 27, Bobby Sutton, 1988 [623 yards in 10 games] T4. 25, Olan Coleman, 2001 [584 yards in 11 games] T4. 25, Chad Martinka, 1993 [620 yards in 7 games] 6. 24, Ryland Bailey, 1992 [417 yards in 10 games] T7. 23, Travis Evans, 2008 [598 yards in 9 games] 122
Total Tackles Game: 29, Tally Neal vs. Texas A&MKingsville, 11-1-75 Top 10 Seasons: 1. 170, Tally Neal, 1978 [10 games] 2. 138, Clint Jentsch, 1993 [10 games] 3. 128, Eddy Stiggers, 1984 [10 games] 4. 127, Larry Fowler, 1982 [9 games] 5. 119, Marquis Wadley, 2011 [11 games] 6. 113, Tony Tuck, 1979 [10 games] 7. 112, Larry Fowler, 1982 [9 games] T8. 111, Ken Jones, 2003 [12 games] T8. 111, Dusty Hafer, 1997 [11 games] T8. 111, Dave Ryan, 1980 [10 games] Career: 613, Tally Neal, 1975-1978
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Quarterback Sacks Game: 6, Jeff Edwards vs. Howard Payne, 9-12-87 Top 10 Seasons: 1. 23, Eddie Washington, 1990 [10 games] 2. 19, Terry Gambill, 1982 [9 games] T3. 13, Eddie Washington, 1991 [9 games] T3. 13, Steve Watson, 1981 [10 games] T3. 13, Terry Gambill, 1981 [10 games] 6. 12.5, Jeffrey Smith, 1998 [10 games] T7. 12, Stephen Moseley, 1994 [10 games] T7. 12, Steve Kennedy, 1981 [8 games] 9. 11.5, Aaron Hamilton, 1995 [11 games] 10. 11, John Paul Rodriguez, 1987 [10 games] Career: 36, Eddie Washington, 1990-91 [22 games] Blocked Kicks Top 6 Seasons: 1. 5, Steven Sikes, 1992 [10 games] 2. 4, Steven Sikes, 1994 [10 games] T3. 3, Damian Jackson, 2001 [13 games] T3. 3, Kerry Modawell, 1987 [10 games] T3. 3, Mark Nelson, 1979 [10 games] T6. 2, 11 players Career: 14, Steven Sikes, 1991-94 [40 games] Marquis Wadley led the Texans in 2011 with 119 tackles. This ranks fifth all-time for a single season.
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Individual Game Highs 100-yard rushing games
Yds 114 113 113 112 111 111 110 110 110 110 109 109 109 109 108 108 108 108 108 107 107 107 106 106 104 104 104 103 102 102 102 101 101 100 100 100
Player, Opponent, Date (Since 1978) Jerome Smith vs. Abilene Christian, 10-23-99 Jerome Regal at Midwestern State, 10-30-10 Roderick Smith vs. Southwestern Okla., 9-30-06 Tyrone Wall vs. Prairie View A&M, 9-23-95 Roderick Smith vs. Angelo State, 10-30-08 Jerome Smith vs. Northwestern St. (La.), 9-18-99 Evan Robertson vs. Incarnate Word, 11-6-10 Tyrone Wall vs. West Texas A&M, 10-7-95 Gaylon Bowser vs. Austin College, 10-18-86 Gaylon Bowser vs. McMurry, 10-11-86 Roderick Smith at Stephen F. Austin, 9-1-07 Jerome Smith vs. Southwestern Okla., 9-11-99 Robert Simpson vs. Sul Ross State, 9-23-89 Chuck High vs. McMurry, 10-7-78 Derrick Ross vs. East Central, 10-2-04 Robert Simpson vs. McMurry, 9-9-89 Gaylon Bowser vs. Sul Ross State, 10-31-87 Gaylon Bowser vs. McMurry, 11-1-86 Stacy Gilliam vs. McMurry, 11-6-82 Travis Evans at Midwestern State, 10-11-08 Olan Coleman vs. SW Assemblies, 8-29-02 Craig West vs. Prairie View A&M, 9-23-95 Roderick Smith vs. Texas A&M-Kingsville, 10-7-06 Derrick Ross vs. Texas A&M-Commerce, 9-3-05 Roderick Smith at Angelo State, 10-31-09 Evan Robertson vs. Southwestern Okla., 9-26-09 Travis Evans vs. Midwestern State, 8-13-07 Justin McDaniel vs. Southeastern Okla., 9-13-97 Justin McDaniel vs. Stephen F. Austin, 9-12-98 Deral Henderson vs. Sul Ross State, 10-25-86 Tyrone Foster vs. Tabor, 9-8-84 Olan Coleman vs. Central Oklahoma, 11-16-02 Tyrone Foster vs. Colorado Mines, 9-15-84 Derrick Ross vs. Central Oklahooma, 9-25-04 Jimmy Hering vs. Cameron, 9-12-92 Gaylon Bowser vs. McMurry, 11-7-87
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Roderick Smith is the Tarleton career touchdown leader with 39 career trips into the endzone from 2006-09.
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Yds Player, Opponent, Date (Since 1978) 141 Michael Sampson at Texas A&M-Kingsville, 10-6-07 141 Jerome Smith vs. West Texas A&M, 10-9-99 141 Ricky Bush vs. Austin College, 10-31-81 140 Ricky Bush vs. McMurry, 9-19-81 139 Henry Mills vs. Trinity, 9-6-80 136 Michael Sampson vs. Eastern N.M., 11-21-06 133 Roderick Smith at Southeastern Oklahoma, 9-8-07 133 Derrick Ross vs. Southeastern Okla., 10-16-04 133 Tyrone Foster vs. Sul Ross State, 9-17-83 132 Justin McDaniel vs. Abilene Christian, 10-24-98 131 Evan Robertson at Texas A&M-Kingsville, 11-14-09 131 Henry Mills vs. Trinity, 9-29-79 129 Michael Sampson vs. Angelo State, 11-4-06 129 Ricky Bush vs. Sul Ross State, 11-7-81 128 Robert Simpson vs. Austin College, 9-29-90 127 Gaylon Bowser vs. Austin College, 11-14-87 127 Gaylon Bowser vs. Austin College, 10-24-87 126 Ricky Bush vs. McMurry, 10-6-79 125 Travis Evans vs. West Texas A&M, 11-10-07 124 Roderick Smith at Southwestern Oklahoma, 9-27-08 122 Lamont Randle vs. Angelo State, 11-1-97 120 Olan Coleman vs. East Central, 10-5-02 120 Kevin Haynes vs. McMurry, 9-10-88 119 Robert Simpson vs. Langston, 10-13-90 119 Kenneth Bush vs. Austin College, 10-24-87 118 Jimmy Hering vs. Hardin-Simmons, 10-19-91 118 Robert Simpson vs. Austin College, 11-11-89 117 Alester Givens vs. Angelo State, 10-27-01 117 Eric Shine vs. East Central, 9-25-99 116 Chuck High vs. Austin College, 10-14-78 116 Shelby Wright vs. Austin College, 9-9-78 115 Evan Robertson vs. East Central, 9-12-09 115 Travis Evans vs. Northeastern State, 9-6-08 115 Gaylon Bowser vs. Austin College, 11-8-86 115 Ricky Bush vs. Trinity, 9-6-80 114 Roderick Smith vs. Eastern New Mexico, 10-18-08 114 Roderick Smith vs. East Central, 8-25-07
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Player, Opponent, Date (Since 1978) Derrick Ross vs. Western New Mexico, 9-10-05 Derrick Ross vs. N.M. Highlands, 8-26-04 Gaylon Bowser vs. Bethany, 11-21-87 Derrick Ross vs. Eastern New Mexico, 10-15-05 Gaylon Bowser vs. Benedictine, 11-22-86 Derrick Ross vs. Northeastern State, 9-17-05 Ricky Bush vs. Sul Ross State, 11-1-80 Roderick Smith vs. East Central, 9-12-09 Ricky Bush vs. Lubbock Christian, 11-8-80 Ricky Bush vs. McMurry, 10-24-81 Justin McDaniel vs. A&M-Commerce,11-14-98 Ricky Bush vs. Lubbock Christian, 11-14-81 Derrick Ross vs. Abilene Christian, 9-18-04 Lamont Randle vs. Angelo State, 11-2-96 Roderick Smith vs. Northeastern State, 9-6-08 Ricky Bush vs. Lubbock Christian, 10-4-80 Roderick Smith vs. Southeastern Oklahoma, 9-9-06 Derrick Ross vs. Northeastern State, 10-23-04 Derrick Ross vs. Southwestern Okla., 11-6-04 Derrick Ross vs. A&M-Commerce, 9-4-04 Ricky Bush vs. Lubbock Christian, 10-27-79 Lamont Randle vs. East Central, 9-21-96 Olan Coleman vs. N.M.Highlands, 9-5-02 Will Rogers vs. West Texas A&M, 10-7-00 Chuck High vs. Austin College, 9-9-78 Michael Sampson vs. Midwestern State, 10-14-06 Lamont Randle vs. West Texas A&M, 10-12-96 Ricky Bush vs. Trinity, 11-3-79 Derrick Ross vs. West Texas A&M, 10-30-04 Michael Sampson vs. Abliene Christian, 10-28-06 Olan Coleman vs. Angelo State, 9-14-02 Lamont Randle vs. Midwestern State, 11-8-97 Tyrone Wall vs. Abilene Christian, 10-24-98 Roderick Smith at East Central, 9-13-08 Lamont Randle vs. Midwestern State, 9-5-96 Roderick Smith vs. Texas A&M-Commerce, 9-23-06 Lamont Randle vs. Abilene Christian, 10-26-96
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Yds 448 435 420 417 412 394 393 392 387 384 382 380 374 370 370 365 358 356 353 353 352 348 345 345 342 341 339 336 332 332 331 330 325 324 323 320 317 316 313 312 310 310
Player, Opponent, Date (Since 1978) Cliff Watkins vs. Northeastern State, 10-25-03 Kevin Vickers vs. Ouachita Baptist, 9-24-94 Chad Cole vs. A&M-Commerce, 11-15-97 Chase Sugarek vs. Northeastern State,10-26-02 Kevin Vickers vs. Southwestern Okla., 11-12-94 Steve Kelly vs. Harding, 9-2-00 Cliff Watkins vs. West Texas A&M, 11-1-03 Nick Stephens vs. Angelo State, 10-2-10 Nick Stephens at. Angelo State, 11-12-11 Scott Grantham vs. Abilene Christian, 10-27-07 Cliff Watkins vs. SE Oklahoma, 10-18-03 Cliff Watkins vs. East Central, 10-4-03 Kevin Vickers vs. Angelo State, 10-1-94 Richard Bartel vs. West Texas A&M, 11-11-06 Steve Kelly vs. Texas A&M-Kingsville, 9-29-01 Steve Kelly vs. Southeastern Oklahoma, 9-22-01 Chad Cole vs. Central Okla., 11-9-96 Cliff Watkins vs. Sam Houston State, 10-9-03 Scott Grantham vs. Midwestern State, 10-10-09 Steve Kelly vs. Western N.M., 9-9-00 Scott Grantham at Eastern New Mexico, 10-17-09 Richard Bartel vs. Texas State, 9-2-06 Scott Grantham at Eastern New Mexico, 10-20-07 Steve Kelly vs. Midwestern State, 11-3-01 Chad Cole vs. Angelo State, 11-2-96 Steve Kelly vs. Eastern New Mexico, 10-13-01 Nick Stephens vs. Abilene Christian, 9-1-11 Steve Kelly vs. Angelo State, 11-18-00 Steve Kelly vs. UC Davis, 11-23-01 Chad Cole vs. Harding, 9-20-97 Scott Grantham at Angelo State, 11-3-07 Steve Kelly vs. East Central, 9-25-99 Nick Stephens vs. Incarnate Word, 10-29-11 Chad Cole vs. Central Okla., 9-27-97 Chad Cole vs. A&M-Commerce, 11-14-98 Kevin Vickers vs. Prairie View A&M, 11-5-94 Scott Grantham vs. West Texas A&M, 11-7-09 Chad Cole vs. West Texas A&M, 10-12-96 Chad Cole vs. Midwestern State, 11-8-97 Kevin Vickers vs. Southern Arkansas, 9-17-94 Nick Stephens at West Alabama, 9-10-11 Scott Grantham at Central Oklahoma, 9-19-09
308 307 307 306 303 303 300 298 296 295 294 294 293 292 292 287 287 286 285 282 280 280 280 278 277 275 270 268 267 265 265 263 256 256 256 255 255 255 253 253 251 249 244
Richard Bartel vs. Northeastern State, 9-17-05 Cliff Watkins vs. A&M-Kingsville, 9-27-03 Jimmy Hering vs. Ark.-Monticello, 11-7-92 Eric Lugo vs. Howard Payne, 10-27-90 Chase Sugarek vs. East Central, 10-5-02 Kevin Vickers vs. Midwestern State, 9-10-94 Kevin Vickers vs. Southeastern Okla., 9-3-94 Steve Kelly vs. A&M-Commerce, 11-13-99 Scott Grantham at Texas A&M-Kingsville, 10-14-09 Cliff Watkins vs. SW Oklahoma, 11-8-03 Nick Stephens at Texas A&M-Kingsville, 10-22-11 Kevin Vickers vs. West Texas A&M, 10-29-94 Scott Grantham at Southeastern Oklahoma, 9-8-07 Scott Grantham vs. Eastern New Mexico, 10-18-08 Chase Sugarek vs. West Texas A&M, 11-2-02 Chad Cole vs. Eastern N.M., 10-19-96 Eric Lugo vs. West Texas A&M, 9-15-90 Chad Cole vs. Southeastern Okla., 9-14-96 Nick Stephens at Eastern New Mexico, 9-24-11 Scott Grantham vs. Southwestern Oklahoma, 9-29-07 Nick Stephens at Texas A&M-Commerce, 10-16-10 Chad Cole vs. Harding, 9-19-98 Chad Cole vs. East Central, 9-21-96 Steve Kelly vs. Southeastern Okla., 9-23-00 Steve Kelly vs. Abilene Christian, 10-20-01 Chad Cole vs. Midwestern State, 11-7-98 Steve Kelly vs. Midwestern State, 11-6-99 Richard Bartel vs. Midwestern State, 10-14-06 Steve Kelly vs. Langston, 9-1-01 Nick Stephens vs. Millsaps College, 11-5-11 Nick Stephens vs. Northeastern State, 9-2-10 Eric Lugo vs. Sul Ross State, 9-23-89 Nick Stephens at Texas State, 9-17-11 Nick Stephens vs. Texas A&M-Commerce, 10-15-11 Scott Grantham at Texas A&M-Kingsville, 10-3-09 Chad Cole vs. Central Okla., 9-26-98 Chad Cole vs. Abilene Christian, 10-25-97 Eric Lugo vs. Midwestern State, 11-4-89 Scott Grantham vs. Texas A&M-Commerce, 9-22-07 David Durell vs. Northeastern State, 10-23-04 Steve Kelly vs. Abilene Christian, 10-21-00 Chase Sugarek vs.Southwestern Okla., 11-9-02 Chad Cole vs. Angelo State, 10-31-98
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Steve Kelly vs. Angelo State, 10-27-01 Eric Lugo vs. St. Mary’s, 11-17-90 Steve Kelly vs. Eastern N.M., 10-14-00 David Druell vs. West Texas A&M, 10-30-04 Scott Grantham vs. Central Oklahoma, 9-20-08 Chad Cole vs. Eastern N.M., 10-18-97 Scott Grantham vs. West Texas A&M, 11-10-07 Richard Bartel vs. Midwestern State, 10-8-05 Steve Kelly vs. Texas A&M-Commerce, 11-10-01 Jimmy Hering vs. East Central, 9-5-92 Eric Lugo vs. Sul Ross State, 11-10-90 Nick Stephens at Midwestern State, 10-30-10 David Durell vs. Southwestern Oklahoma, 11-6-04 Steve Kelly vs. A&M-Kingsville, 9-30-00 Steve Kelly vs. Angelo State, 10-30-99 Scott Grantham vs. Midwestern State, 10-13-07 Chad Cole vs. Midwestern State, 9-5-96 Cliff Watkins vs. Southern Arkansas, 9-6-03 Nick Lucero vs. Prairie View A&M, 9-23-95 David Zunker vs. East Central, 9-4-93 Scott Grantham at Stephen F. Austin, 9-1-07 Chad Cole vs. Southeastern Okla., 9-13-97 Kevin Vickers vs. Hardin-Simmons, 10-18-93 Steve Bean vs. Lubbock Christian, 9-18-82 Steve Kelly vs. Southwestern Okla., 9-16-00 Scott Grantham vs. Angelo State, 10-30-08 Cliff Watkins vs. Abilene Christian, 9-20-03 Cliff Watkins vs. A&M-Kingsville, 11-22-03 Steve Kelly vs. West Texas A&M, 10-9-99 Kevin Dorn vs. Austin College, 11-9-85 Scott Grantham at Midwestern State, 10-11-08 Richard Bartel vs. Angelo State, 10-29-05 Eric Lugo vs. East Central, 9-1-90 Scott Grantham at Angelo State, 10-31-09 Chad Cole vs. N.M. Highlands, 9-3-98 Greg Edwards vs. Lubbock Christian, 9-22-79 Kevin Talley vs. Austin College, 10-8-88 Kevin Dorn vs. Sul Ross State, 10-27-84 Bill Bayless vs. Austin College, 10-31-81 Chase Sugarek vs. Angelo State, 9-14-02 Richard Bartel vs. Eastern New Mexico, 10-15-05 David Zunker vs. Abilene Christian, 10-23-93
Nick Stephens threw for at least 200 yards in nine of Tarleton’s 11 games in 2011. He had the second best game of his career, a 387-yard performance against Angelo State. Stephens’ personal best was against the Rams just one year earlier when he threw for 392 yards. He is now a member of the Tennessee Titans.
68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
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Individual Game Highs/Homecoming 123 122 122 121 120 119 117 117 116 116 115 114 114 114 113 112 112 111 111 110 110 110 108 109 108 107 107 107 106 106 106 105 105 104 104 104 104 104 103 103 103 103 102 102 100 100 100 100
Jason Poston vs. Northwestern Okla., 10-24-92 Jeremy Madkins vs. West Texas A&M, 11-5-05 Boo Jones vs. Evangel, 10-3-87 Eric Foreman vs. Angelo State, 10-30-08 Steven Kendall vs. Abilene Christian, 10-25-97 Devin Guinn at Texas A&M-Kingsville, 10-3-09 Jamie Martin vs. East Central, 9-21-96 Bobby Sutton vs. Midwestern State, 11-4-89 Devin Guinn at Central Oklahoma, 9-19-09 Alester Givens vs. Midwestern State, 11-3-01 K.J. Kennard vs. Abilene Christian, 10-21-00 Jahmeel Hobson at Central Oklahoma, 9-19-09 Dustin Pleasant vs. Midwestern State, 11-14-06 Bobby Sutton vs. Langston, 10-13-90 Saalim Hakim at Texas A&M-Commerce, 10-16-10 Clifton Rhodes III vs. West Texas A&M, 10-1-11 James Dearth vs. Midwestern State, 11-7-98 Steven Kendall vs. Harding, 9-20-97 Rush Shirley vs. Howard Payne, 10-27-90 Damien Jackson vs. West Texas A&M, 10-6-01 Dayne Albright vs. Harding, 9-19-98 Kevin Vickers vs. Ark.-Monticello, 11-7-92 Jeken Frye at Midwestern State, 10-30-10 Jahmeel Hobson vs. West Texas A&M, 11-7-09 Will Moody vs. Central Oklahoma, 11-15-03 Clifton Rhodes III vs. Abilene Christian, 9-1-11 Shamarr Prentice at Eastern N.M., 10-20-07 K.J. Kennard vs. Western N.M., 9-9-00 Derek Grimes vs. East Central, 9-25-99 Loften Swint vs. Midwestern State, 11-8-97 Melvin Modesty vs. Austin College, 11-9-85 Dustin Pleasant vs. Texas State, 9-2-06 Derek Grimes vs. Angelo State, 10-30-99 Arthur Buckingham vs. Midwestern State, 10-10-09 Devin Guinn vs. Arkansas-Monticello, 8-27-09 Lattrell Davis, vs. A&M-Kingsville, 9-27-03 Chris Chambers vs. A&M-Commerce, 11-13-99 Ryland Bailey vs. Eastern N.M., 10-15-94 Jeken Frye vs. Central Oklahoma, 9-11-10 Devin Guinn vs. West Texas A&M, 11-10-07 Loften Swint vs. Eastern N.M., 10-17-98 Bobby Sutton vs. Midwestern State,11-3-90 Chris Daniels vs. Midwestern State, 9-11-04 Loften Swint vs. East Central, 9-21-96 Dorian Williams vs. 9-20-08 Will Moody vs. West Texas A&M, 11-1-03 Loften Swint vs. Angelo State, 11-2-96 Kevin Benjamin vs. Northeastern State, 9-11-93
all-time longest plays Run: 85 yards, Ricky Bush vs. Lubbock Christian, 1981 Pass: 95 yards, Chad Cole to Colin Yocom vs. Central Oklahoma, 11-9-96 Field Goal: 54 yards, Vince Oldag vs. Eastern New Mexico, 10-29-83 Kickoff Return: 99 yards, Ricky Bush vs. Austin College, 10-13-79; and Olan Coleman vs. Southeastern Oklahoma, 9-22-01 Punt Return: 100 yards, Justin Parson vs. Central Oklahoma, 11-15-03 Interception Return: 88 yards, Charles Davis vs. Central Oklahoma, 11-16-02 Fumble Return: 85 yards, Ken Jones vs. Sam Houston State, 10-9-03 Punt: 76 yards, Scott Smith vs. Austin College, 11-12-83
Date Team Result 11-11-61 Corpus Christi..................... Won, 29-8 10-20-62 Henderson State............... Won, 14-12 11-9-63 McMurry College............... Won, 29-13 11-21-64 Southwestern Okla.............. Won, 31-0 10-30-65 McMurry College....................Lost, 3-0 11-12-66 Angelo State....................... Won, 44-8 11-11-67 East Central.........................Lost, 28-0 10-26-68 Arkansas Tech...................Lost, 17-14 10-11-69 Sul Ross State...................Lost, 41-21 Homecoming Record in 1960s............. 5-4 10-24-70 Howard Payne...................Lost, 38-21 11-6-71 McMurry College............... Won, 24-21 10-21-72 Howard Payne...................Lost, 20-16 10-13-73 Sam Houston State................Lost, 7-6 10-26-74 Howard Payne.....................Lost, 41-6 10-18-75 Sam Houston State............Lost, 40-16 11-6-76 Sul Ross State...................Lost, 33-29 10-15-77 Southeastern Okla.............Lost, 19-10 10-21-78 Sul Ross State.................... Won, 35-3 10-27-79 Lubbock Christian............... Won, 36-6 Homecoming Record in 1970s............. 3-7 10-18-80 McMurry...............................Lost, 28-0 10-31-81 Austin College....................Lost, 30-21 11-6-82 McMurry.............................. Won, 12-3 10-29-83 Eastern New Mexico............Lost, 21-6 10-27-84 Sul Ross State.................. Won, 37-14 11-2-85 McMurry............................ Won, 44-19 10-11-86 McMurry............................ Won, 21-14 10-10-87 Sul Ross State.................. Won, 20-16 10-22-88 Howard Payne.................. Won, 31-14 10-14-89 McMurry............................ Won, 28-10 Homecoming Record in 1980s............. 7-3 10-20-90 Hardin-Simmons................. Won, 27-7 10-5-91 Southwestern (Kan.)........... Won, 18-7 10-24-92 Northwestern State........... Won, 35-17 10-16-93 Hardin-Simmons............... Won, 44-37 10-29-94 West Texas A&M................Lost, 59-33 11-4-95 Central Oklahoma................Lost, 47-0 10-26-96 Abilene Christian................Lost, 20-10 10-18-97 Eastern New Mexico..........Lost, 26-20 10-24-98 Abilene Christian............... Won, 33-31 10-16-99 Eastern New Mexico..........Lost, 27-13 Homecoming Record in 1990s............. 5-5 10-21-00 Abilene Christian............... Won, 15-13 10-13-01 Eastern New Mexico......... Won, 55-14 10-19-02 Southeastern Oklahoma... Won, 62-31 10-25-03 Northeastern Oklahoma.... Won, 48-44 10-16-04 Southeastern Oklahoma... Won, 32-27 10-22-05 Abilene Christian..................Lost, 18-7 10-21-06 Eastern New Mexico........... Won, 48-0 10-27-07 Abilene Christian................Lost, 70-63 10-18-08 Eastern New Mexico......... Won, 42-21 10-24-09 Abilene Christian................. Won, 13-6 Homecoming Record in 2000s............. 8-2 10-23-10 Texas A&M-Kingsville.........Lost, 13-10 10-29-11 Incarnate Word........... Won, 48-10 Homecoming Record in 2010s............. 1-1
Overall Homecoming Record since 1961.... 29-22
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Player, Opponent, Date (Since 1978) Colin Yocom vs. Ouachita Baptist, 9-24-94 Will Moody vs. Southern Arkansas, 9-6-03 Ryland Bailey vs. West Texas A&M, 10-29-94 Jeken Frye vs Northeastern State, 9-2-10 Jeremy Madkins vs. NE Oklahoma, 10-25-03 Jahmeel Hobson at Texas A&M-Kingsville, 11-14-09 Colin Yocom vs. Prairie View A&M, 11-5-94 Shamarr Pretnice vs. Abilene Christian, 10-27-07 Dana Holcomb vs. Austin College, 10-8-88 Colin Yocom vs. Central Okla., 11-9-96 Jahmeel Hobson at Eastern New Mexico, 10-17-09 Salim Hakim vs. Angelo State, 10-2-10 Shamarr Prentice at Southeastern Okla., 9-8-07 Colin Yocom vs. Angelo State, 10-1-94 Devin Guinn vs. West Texas A&M, 11-7-09 Bobby Sutton vs. Howard Payne, 10-27-90 Ryland Bailey vs. Southwestern, 11-12-94 Chris Chambers vs. Harding, 9-2-00 Loften Swint vs. A&M-Commerce, 11-15-97 Clifton Rhodes II at West Alabama, 9-10-11 Jeremy Madkins vs. Northeastern State, 9-17-05 Devin Guinn vs. Southwestern Oklahoma, 9-29-07 Will Moody vs. Sam Houston State, 10-9-03 Colin Yocom vs. Southeastern Okla., 9-14-96 Boo Jones vs. McMurry, 11-1-86 Jahmeel Hobson vs. Abilene Christian, 10-24-09 Blake Bryant vs. Austin College, 10-8-88 Devin Guinn vs. East Central, 8-25-07 Bobby Sutton vs. East Central, 9-1-90 Colin Yocom vs. Prairie View A&M, 9-23-95 Jamie Martin vs. Southwestern Okla., 11-12-94 Will Moody vs. Southeastern Okla., 10-19-02 Shamarr Prentice vs. Southwestern Okla., 9-29-07 Jeremy Madkins vs. Abilene Christian, 10-28-06 Devin Guinn vs. Abilene Christian, 10-27-07 Devin Guinn vs. Texas A&M-Commerce, 9-22-07 Jeremy Madkins vs. West Texas A&M, 11-1-03 K.J. Kennard vs. Harding, 9-2-00 Melvin Modesty vs. Sul Ross State, 10-27-84 Clifton Rhodes III at Eastern New Mexico, 9-24-11 Will Moody vs. West Texas A&M, 11-2-02 Devin Guinn at Angelo State, 10-31-09 Jeremy Madkins vs. SE Oklahoma, 10-18-03 Eric Foreman vs. Eastern New Mexico, 10-18-08 Will Moody vs. Northeastern State, 10-26-02 Chris Chambers vs. Midwestern State, 11-6-99 James Dearth vs. Angelo State, 10-31-98 Roddy Green at Texas State, 9-17-11
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Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
Team Records TOTAL OFFENSE Total Yards Game: 648, vs. Angelo State, 11-2-96 Top 10 Seasons: 1. 5,659; 2003 [12 games] 2. 5,432; 2001 [13 games] 3. 5,021; 2009 [13 games] 4. 4,634; 1990 [12 games] 5. 4,416; 2000 [11 games] 6. 4,364; 1994 [10 games] 7. 4,341; 2002 [11 games] 8. 4,311; 2011 [11 games] 9. 4,263; 1995 [11 games] 10. 4,225; 2005 [11 games] Total Plays Game: 102, vs. West Texas A&M, 10-12-96 Top 10 Seasons: T1. 901, 2003 [12 games] T1. 901, 2001 [13 games] T1. 901, 1991 [12 games] 4. 857, 2009 [13 games] 5. 835, 1989 [12 games] 6. 785, 2004 [11 games] 7. 783, 2011 [11 games] 8. 774, 2000 [11 games] 9. 766, 1998 [11 games] 10. 763, 1997 [11 games] RUSHING Yards Gained Game: 406, vs. N.M. Highlands, 8-26-04 Top 10 Seasons: 1. 2,361; 1989 [12 games] 2. 2,190; 2004 [11 games] 3. 2,182; 1986 [10 games] 4. 2,153; 1987 [10 games] 5. 2,059; 2008 [11 games] 6. 2,010; 1991 [12 games] 7. 1,956; 2005 [11 games] 8. 1,931; 2007 [11 games] 9. 1,863; 2009 [13 games] 10. 1,831; 1988 [10 games] Attempts Game: 74, vs. Austin College, 9-9-78 Top 10 Seasons: 1. 549, 1991 [12 games] 2. 547, 1989 [12 games] 3. 493, 1979 [10 games] 4. 484, 2004 [11 games] 5. 477, 1987 [10 games] 6. 462, 2001 [13 games] 7. 461, 1988 [10 games] 8. 452, 1999 [11 games] 126
9. 443, 1986 [10 games] T10. 440, 2009 [13 games] T10. 440, 1985 [10 games] PASSING Yards Gained Game: 475, vs. Ouachita Baptist, 9-24-94 Top 4 Seasons: 1. 3,996; 2003 [12 games] 2. 3,659; 2001 [13 games] 3. 3,424; 1994 [10 games] 4. 3,197; 2011 [11 games] 5. 3,158; 2009 [13 games] 6. 3,043; 2007 [11 games] 7. 2,802; 1997 [11 games] 8. 2,723; 2000 [11 games] 9. 2,624; 1991 [12 games] 10. 2,570; 1996 [10 games] Yards Per Game Top 10 Seasons: 1. 342.4, 1994 [10 games] 2. 333.0, 2003 [12 games] 3. 290.6, 2011 [11 games] 4. 281.5, 2001 [13 games] 5. 276.6, 2007 [11 games] 6. 254.7, 1997 [11 games] 7. 247.5, 2000 [11 games] 8. 242.9, 2009 [13 games] 9. 231.5, 2002 [11 games] 10. 218.7, 1991 [12 games] Attempts Game: 61, vs. Texas A&M-Kingsville, 10-31-70 Top 10 Seasons: 1. 482, 2003 [12 games] 2. 463, 1969 [10 games] 3. 462, 2011 [11 games] 4. 439, 2001 [13 games] 5. 430, 1994 [10 games] 6. 417, 2009 [13 games] 7. 390, 2000 [11 games] 8. 382, 1997 [11 games] 9. 369, 1995 [11 games] 10. 359. 2010 [11 games] Completions Game: 34, vs. Northeastern State, 10-26-02 Top 10 Seasons: 1. 290, 2003 [12 games] 2. 264, 2001 [13 games] 3. 258, 2011 [11 games] 4. 225, 2000 [11 games]
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5. 214, 1994 [10 games] 6. 213, 2009 [13 games] 7. 200, 2002 [11 games] T8. 197, 2007 [11 games] T8. 197, 1997 [11 games] 10. 193, 1990 [12 games] Percentage 1. 62.3, 2002 [11 games] T2. 60.2, 2007 [11 games] T2. 60.2, 2003 [12 games] 4. 60.1, 2001 [13 games] 5. 58.9, 2005 [11 games] 6. 57.7, 2000 [11 games] 7. 56.5, 1987 [10 games] 8. 55.8, 2011 [11 games] T9. 54.8, 2004 [11 games] T9. 54.8, 1991 [12 games] Touchdowns 1. 32, 2003 [12 games] 2. 31, 2001 [13 games] 3. 27, 1994 [10 games] 4. 25, 2007 [11 games] 5. 23, 1991 [12 games] 6. 21, 2011 [11 games] T7. 19, 2009 [13 games] T7. 19, 2000 [11 games] 9. 18, 1992 [10 games] 10. 17, 1997 [11 games] MOST PENALTIES Game: 18, vs. Sul Ross St., 11-10-90 [187 yards] Season: 104, 2011 [1,006 yards in 11 games] SCORING Points Game: 70, vs. Prairie View A&M, 11-5-94 [Won 70-20] Top 10 Seasons: 1. 478, 2001 [13 games] 2. 409, 2007 [11 games] 3. 406, 2009 [13 games] 4. 403, 2003 [12 games] 5. 402, 2002 [11 games] 6. 362, 2011 [11 games] 7. 336, 2008 [11 games] 8. 335, 1991 [12 games] 9. 325, 1994 [10 games] 10. 322, 2004 [11 games] Both Teams: 123, vs. Abilene Christian, 10-27-07 [Lost 70-63] Margin of Victory: 62, vs. SW Assemblies of God, 8-29-02 [Won 62-0]
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RETURNS Punt Return Yards Top 10 Seasons: 1. 464, 1979 [10 games] 2. 405, 2002 [11 games] 3. 370, 2005 [11 games] 4. 366, 2007 [11 games] 5. 298, 2003 [12 games] 6. 294, 1999 [11 games] 7. 290, 1998 [11 games] 8. 288, 2009 [13 games] 9. 281, 1994 [10 games] 10. 273, 1995 [11 games]
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Yards Game: 469, vs. Eastern N.M., 10-15-94 [12 punts] Top 10 Seasons: 1. 2,855; 1980 [11 games, 75 punts] 2. 2,814; 1998 [11 games, 84 punts] 3. 2,812; 2009 [13 games, 74 punts] 4. 2,575; 1985 [10 games, 64 punts] 5. 2,574; 1989 [12 games, 27 punts] 6. 2,481; 2007 [11 games, 38 punts] 7. 2,439; 1979 [10 games, 69 punts] 8. 2,419; 1981 [10 games, 70 punts]
FIRST DOWNS First Downs Game: 33, vs. West Texas A&M, 10-12-96 [14 rush, 16 pass, 3 penalty] 33, vs. Northeastern State, 10-23-04 [16 rush, 15 pass, 2 penalty] Top 2 Seasons: 1. 283, 2003 [12 games] 2. 278, 2001 [13 games] 3. 253, 1991 [12 games] 4. 243, 2007 [11 games] 5. 238, 2011 [11 games] 6. 237, 2004 [11 games] 7. 231, 2009 [13 games] 8. 217, 1994 [10 games] 9. 214, 2000 [11 games] 10. 214, 1989 [12 games]
Kickoff Return Yards 1. 1,312; 1995 [11 games] 2. 1,244; 1993 [10 games] 3. 1,168; 2010 [11 games] 4. 1,138; 2011 [11 games]
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PATs Made Top 4 Games: T-1. 8, vs. Prairie View A&M, 11-5-94 [att. 9] T-1. 8, vs. West Texas A&M, 10-6-01 [att. 8] T-1. 8, vs. SW Assemblies of God, 8-29-02 [att. 8] T-1. 8, vs. Southeastern Oklahoma, 10-19-02 [att. 8]
PUNTING Punts Game: 12, vs. Eastern N.M., 10-15-94 [469 yds] Top 10 Seasons: 1. 84, 1998 [11 games, 2,814 yards] 2. 75, 1980 [10 games, 2,855 yards] 3. 74, 2009 [13 games, 2,812 yards] 4. 72, 1995 [11 games, 2,404 yards] 5. 70, 1981 [10 games, 2,419 yards] 6. 69, 1979 [10 games, 2,439 yards] 7. 65, 1999 [11 games, 2,240 yards] T8. 64, 1985 [10 games, 2,575 yards] T8. 64, 1991 [10 games, 2,288 yards] T10. 63, 2004 [11 games, 2,325 yards] T10. 63, 1997 [12 games, 2,296 yards]
Average Game: 50.2, vs. McMurry, 10-12-85 [5-251] Top 10 Seasons: 1. 41.0, 1988 [10 games, 45-1,855] 2. 40.9, 1986 [11 games, 58-2,370] 3. 40.5, 1986 [11 games, 58-2,370] 4. 40.4, 2007 [11 games, 38-2,481] T5. 40.2, 2002 [11 games, 49-1,971] T5. 40.2, 1985 [10 games, 64-2,575] 7. 39.7, 2008 [11 games, 38-1,510] 8. 39.6, 1989 [12 games, 65-2,574] 9. 38.8, 1984 [10 games, 61-2,370] 10. 38.1, 1992 [10 games, 60-2,283]
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Field Goals Attempted Game: 6 vs. Abilene Christian, 10-21-00 [made 5] Top 10 Seasons: 1. 25, 2002 [made 17 in 11 games] 2. 23, 2011 [made 15 in 11 games] T3. 22, 2007 [made 15 in 11 games] T3. 22, 2005 [made 20 in 11 games] T3. 22, 1997 [made 12 in 11 games] T6. 20, 2009 [made 16 in 13 games] T6. 20, 2000 [made 16 in 11 games] T6. 20, 1999 [made 12 in 11 games] T9. 19, 2008 [made 12 in 11 games] T9. 19, 2001 [made 14 in 13 games]
PATs Attempted Game: 9, vs. Prairie View A&M, 11-5-94 [md. 8] Top 10 Seasons: 1. 57, 2001 [13 games] 2. 52, 2007 [11 games] 3. 48, 2003 [12 games] 4. 45, 2011 [11 games] T5. 43, 2003 [12 games] T5. 43, 2008 [11 games] T5. 43, 2002 [11 games] T8. 38, 2004 [11 games] T8. 38, 1994 [10 games] 10. 37, 1987 [10 games]
9. 2,404; 1995 [11 games, 72 punts] 10. 2,370; 1984 [10 games, 61 punts]
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PLACEKICKING Field Goals Made Game: 5, vs. East Central, 9-4-93 [att. 5]; and 5, vs. Abilene Christian, 10-21-00 [att. 6] Top 8 Seasons: T1. 17, 2002 [att. 25 in 11 games] T1. 17, 2005 [att. 18 in 10 games] T3. 16, 2009 [att. 20 in 13 games] T3. 16, 2000 [att. 20 in 11 games] T5. 15, 2011 [att. 23 in 11 games] T5. 15, 2007 [att. 22 in 11 games] 7. 14, 2001 [att. 19 in 13 games] 8. 13, 2004 [att. 18 in 11 games] T9. 12, six players
Top 10 Seasons: 1. 52, 2001 [13 games] 2. 50, 2007 [11 games] 3. 46, 2009 [13 games] T4. 43, 2011 [11 games] T4. 43, 2003 [12 games] 6. 42, 2008 [11 games] 7. 39, 2002 [11 games] T8. 37, 2004 [11 games] T8. 37, 1987 [10 games] 10. 32, 2005 [11 games]
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Touchdowns Game: 10, vs. Prairie View A&M, 11-5-94 Top 3 Seasons: 1. 63, 2001 [13 games] 2. 54, 2003 [12 games] 3. 52, 2007 [11 games] T4. 51, 2009 [13 games] T4. 51, 1994 [10 games] 5. 49, 2002 [11 games] T6. 45, 2011 [11 games] T6. 45, 1994 [10 games] T8. 43, 2008 [11 games] T8. 43, 1991 [12 games] 10. 40, 2004 [11 games]
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Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
Team Records 5. 1,112; 2007 [11 games] 6. 935, 2008 [11 games] 7. 903, 2009 [13 games] 8. 814, 2001 [13 games] 9. 811, 2004 [11 games] 10. 736, 1986 [10 games] TOTAL DEFENSE Fewest Total Yards Allowed Game: minus-38, vs. Baptist Christian, 914-74 Top 10 Seasons: 1. 988, 1978 [10 games] 2. 2,101; 1982 [9 games] 3. 2,356; 1979 [10 games] 4. 2,445; 1988 [10 games] 5. 2,474; 1983 [9 games] 6. 2,503; 1981 [10 games] 7. 2,608; 1980 [10 games] 8. 2,771; 1984 [10 games] 9. 2,983; 2008 [11 games] 10. 3,014; 1991 [10 games] Fewest Points Allowed Per Game: 4.4, 1978 Season: 1. 40, 1978 [10 games] 2. 123, 1988 [10 games] 3. 130, 1982 [9 games] 4. 136, 1984 [10 games] 5. 149, 1979 [10 games] 6. 150, 1987 [10 games] 7. 156, 1983 [9 games] 8. 162, 1991 [12 games] 9. 171, 1986 [10 games] 10. 173, 1980 [10 games] Most Yards Allowed in a Game By Rush: 466, vs. Sam Houston State, 10-19-74 By Pass: 473, vs. West Texas A&M, 10-29-94 Total: 674, vs. Abilene Christian, 11-8-75
Most Points Allowed Game: 68, vs. Valdosta State, 10-9-93 [Lost 68-10] Season: 425, 1995 [11 games] Blocked Punts Season: 8, 2001 [13 games] RUSHING DEFENSE Fewest Yards Allowed Game: minus-75, vs. West Texas A&M, 10-31-92 Season: 1. 158, 1978 [10 games] 2. 705, 1982 [9 games] 3. 950, 1988 [10 games] 4. 1,065; 2005 [11 games] T5. 1,137; 1983 [9 games] T5. 1,137; 1981 [10 games] 7. 1,184; 1991 [12 games] 8. 1,194; 1987 [10 games] 9. 1,232; 1979 [10 games] 10. 1,284; 1986 [10 games] PASSING DEFENSE Fewest Yards Allowed Game: 19, vs. SW Assemblies of God, 8-29-02 Top 10 Seasons: 1. 830, 1978 [10 games] 2. 1,124; 1979 [10 games] 3. 1,141; 1980 [10 games] 4. 1,264; 1991 [10 games] 5. 1,337; 1983 [9 games] 6. 1,366; 1981 [10 games] 7. 1,396; 1982 [9 games] Rufus Johnson returns to anchor the defensive line in 2012 after leading the Tarleton defense with 15.5 tackles for loss last season.
Most Yards Allowed in a Season 1. 4,533; 2011 [11 games] 2. 4,477; 2009 [13 games] 3. 4,403; 1997 [11 games] 4. 4,230; 2010 [11 games] 5. 4,204; 2001 [13 games] 6. 4,179; 1995 [11 games] 7. 4,166; 1993 [10 games] 8. 4,132; 1994 [10 games] 9. 4,011; 2003 [12 games] 10. 3,998; 2004 [11 games] 128
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8. 1,462; 1984 [10 games] 9. 1,492; 1989 [12 games] 10. 1,495; 1988 [10 games] Interceptions By Top 2 Games: 1. 7, vs. West Texas A&M, 10-6-01 2. 6, vs. Sul Ross State, 10-6-84 Top 10 Seasons: 1. 23, 1987 [12 games] T2. 22, 1984 [10 games] T2. 22, 1982 [9 games] T2. 22, 1981 [10 games] T2. 22, 1979 [10 games] T6. 20, 2009 [13 games] T6. 20, 2001 [13 games] T8. 18, 1991 [12 games] T8. 18, 1986 [10 games] 10. 17, 1989 [12 games] SACKS Total Sacks Top 10 Seasons: 1. 59, 1981 [10 games] 2. 55, 1991 [12 games] 3. 44, 1986 [10 games] 4. 40, 1991 [10 games] 5. 39, 1992 [10 games] T6. 38, 1998 [11 games] T6. 38, 1982 [9 games] 8. 37, 1979 [10 games] 9. 36, 1985 [10 games] T10. 34, 2002 [11 games] T10. 34, 1980 [10 games]
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In 2011, the Texans defeated Texas A&M-Commerce 54-27 at Tarleton Memorial Stadium to earn the President’s Cup Trophy. Coach Fowler handed President Dr. F. Dominic Dottavio the trophy after the game.
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Yearly Stat Leaders Rushing
Receiving
Passing
Scoring
2011 – Courtney Vaughn, 669 yards (139 carries, 7 TDs, 4.8 YPC) 2010 – Evan Robertson, 844 yards (192 carries, 6 TDs, 4.4 YPC) 2009 – Evan Robertson, 894 yards (170 carries, 7 TDs, 5.3 YPC) 2008 – Roderick Smith, 1,024 yards (137 carries, 13 TDs, 7.5 YPC) 2007 – Roderick Smith, 642 yards (100 carries, 6 TDs, 6.4 YPC) 2006 – Michael Sampson, 789 yards (146 carries, 10 TDs, 5.4 YPC) 2005 – Derrick Ross, 1,512 yards (236 carries, 13 TDs, 6.4 YPC) 2004 – Derrick Ross, 1,560 yards (254 carries, 22 TDs, 6.1 YPC) 2003 – Joe Morrison, 644 yards (122 carries, 8 TDs, 5.3 YPC) 2002 – Olan Coleman, 883 yards (148 carries, 8 TDs, 6.0 YPC) 2001 – Alester Givens, 492 yards (107 carries, 3 TDs, 4.6 YPC) 2000 – Will Rogers, 598 yards (127 carries, 5 TDs, 4.7 YPC) 1999 – Jerome Smith, 878 yards (232 carries, 1 TD, 3.8 YPC) 1998 – Justin McDaniel, 902 yards (243 carries, 6 TDs, 3.7 YPC) 1997 – Lamont Randle, 741 yards (174 carries, 4 TDs, 4.3 YPC) 1996 – Lamont Randle, 1,085 yards (218 carries, 8 TDs, 5.0 YPC) 1995 – Craig West, 367 yards (98 carries, 2 TDs, 3.7 YPC) 1994 – Craig West, 282 yards (65 carries, 4 TDs, 4.3 YPC) 1993 – Lonzo Anderson, 387 yards (99 carries, 3 TDs, 3.9 YPC) 1992 – Jimmy Hering, 585 yards (143 carries, 1 TD, 4.1 YPC) 1991 – Robert Simpson, 416 yards (102 carries, 6 TDs, 4.1 YPC) 1990 – Robert Simpson, 920 yards (213 carries, 13 TDs, 4.3 YPC) 1989 – Robert Simpson, 790 yards (149 carries, 4 TDs, 5.3 YPC) 1988 – Kelvin Haynes, 583 yards (102 carries, 5 TDs, 5.7 YPC) 1987 – Gaylon Bowser, 1,078 yards (217 carries, 16 TDs, 4.9 YPC) 1986 – Gayon Bowser, 1,028 yards (172 carries, 13 TDs, 5.9 YPC) 1985 – Deral Henderson, 402 yards (79 carries, 1 TD, 5.0 YPC) 1984 – Tyrone Foster, 664 yards (143 carries, 3 TDs, 4.6 YPC) 1983 – Tyrone Foster, 361 yards (95 carries, 1 TD, 3.7 YPC) 1982 – Ricky Bush, 374 yards (100 carries, 5 TDs, 3.7 YPC) 1981 – Ricky Bush, 1,221 yards (249 carries, 9 TDs, 4.9 YPC) 1980 – Ricky Bush, 984 yards (201 carries, 7 TDs, 4.9 YPC) 1979 – Ricky Bush, 810 yards (172 carries, 7 TDs, 4.7 YPC) 1978 – Chuck High, 746 yards (205 carries, 3 TDs, 3.6 YPC) 1977 – Mark Elam, 674 yards (172 carries, 3 TDs, 3.9 YPC) 2011 – Nick Stephens, 3,005 yards (242 of 429, 8 INTs, 20 TDs) 2010 – Nick Stephens, 1,774 yards (132 of 258, 12 INTs, 9 TDs) 2009 – Scott Grantham, 2,985 yards (205 of 398, 12 INTs, 19 TDs) 2008 – Scott Grantham, 1,993 yards (154 of 283, 11 INTs, 14 TDs) 2007 – Scott Grantham, 2,882 yards (191 of 316, 12 INTs, 24 TDs) 2006 – Richard Bartel, 2,023 yards (161 of 276, 5 INTs, 16 TDs) 2005 – Richard Bartel, 1,883 yards (153 of 253, 11 INTs, 12 TDs) 2004 – David Durell, 1,257 yards (107 of 184, 4 INTs, 6 TDs) 2003 – Cliff Watkins, 3,547 yards (265 of 437, 11 INTs, 29 TDs) 2002 – Chase Sugarek, 2,232 yards (176 of 278, 7 INTs, 13 TDs) 2001 – Steve Kelly, 3,411 yards (249 of 416, 10 INTs, 27 TDs) 2000 – Steve Kelly, 2,638 yards (220 of 381, 12 INTs, 18 TDs) 1999 – Steve Kelly, 2,154 yards (153 of 339, 13 INTs, 6 TDs) 1998 – Chad Cole, 1,779 yards (131 of 263, 14 INTs, 9 TDs) 1997 – Chad Cole, 2,675 yards (189 of 367, 16 INTs, 16 TDs) 1996 – Chad Cole, 2,503 yards (205 of 355, 16 INTs, 18 TDs) 1995 – Nick Lucero, 767 yards (53 of 142, 10 INTs, 1 TD) 1994 – Kevin Vickers, 3,008 yards (189 of 371, 18 INTs, 24 TDs) 1993 – David Zunker, 906 yards (67 of 154, 8 INTs, 3 TDs) 1992 – Jimmy Hering, 1,651 yards (118 of 255, 9 INTs, 16 TDs) 1991 – Jimmy Hering, 981 yards (84 of 186, 8 INTs, 8 TDs) 1990 – Eric Lugo, 2,399 yards (174 of 313, 10 INTs, 20 TDs) 1989 – Eric Lugo, 1,472 yards (114 of 221, 11 INTs, 8 TDs) 1988 – Kevin Talley, 733 yards (57 of 104, 9 INTs, 5 TDs) 1987 – Danny David, 1,251 yards (85 of 167, 8 INTs, 9 TDs) 1986 – Danny David, 1,357 yards (78 of 168, 11 INTs, 11 TDs) 1985 – Kevin Dorn, 938 yards (60 of 151, 11 INTs, 4 TDs) 1984 – Kevin Dorn, 779 yards (50 of 107, 6 INTs, 4 TDs) 1983 – Kevin Petty, 999 yards (73 of 160, 15 INTs, 3 TDs) 1982 – Kevin Petty, 1,140 yards (88 of 180, 8 INTs, 8 TDs) 1981 – Bill Bayless, 960 yards (60 of 167, 11 INTs, 9 TDs) 1980 – Shelby Wright, 646 yards (62 of 172, 17 INTs, 2 TDs) 1979 – Greg Edwards, 939 yards (60 of 136, 15 INTs, 7 TDs) 1978 – Shelby Wright, 867 yards (57 of 174, 14 INTs, 10 TDs) 1977 – Johnny Gann, 1,112 yards (76 of 174, 10 INTs, 14 TDs)
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2011 – Clifton Rhodes III, 827 yards (52 catches, 3 TDs, 15.9 YPC) 2010 – Jeken Frye, 704 yards (44 catches, 6 TDs, 16 YPC) 2009 – Jahmeel Hobson, 1,046 yards (57 catches, 7 TDs, 18.4 YPC) 2008 – Eric Foreman, 661 yards (40 catches, 3 TDs, 16.5 YPC) 2007 – Devin Guinn, 1039 yards (57 catches, 12 TDs, 18.2 YPC) 2006 – Jeremy Madkins, 720 yards (49 catches, 5 TDs, 14.7 YPC) 2005 – Jeremy Madkins, 693 yards (51 catches, 7 TDs, 13.6 YPC) 2004 – Derrick Ross, 210 yards (27 catches, 0 TDs, 7.8 YPC) 2003 – Will Moody, 1,140 yards (69 catches, 10 TDs, 16.5 YPC) 2002 – Will Moody, 759 yards (61 catches, 7 TDs, 12.4 YPC) 2001 – Damien Jackson, 758 yards (31 catches, 10 TDs, 24.5 YPC) 2000 – Chris Chambers, 729 yards (61 catches, 5 TDs, 12.0 YPC) 1999 – Derek Grimes, 640 yards (41 catches, 3 TDs, 15.6 YPC) 1998 – Steven Kendall, 533 yards (35 catches, 3 TDs, 15.2 YPC) 1997 – Steven Kendall, 717 yards (44 catches, 6 TDs, 16.3 YPC) 1996 – Colin Yocom, 686 yards (40 catches, 5 TDs, 17.1 YPC) 1995 – Colin Yocom, 386 yards (30 catches, 2 TDs, 12.9 YPC) 1994 – Ryland Bailey, 996 yards (60 catches, 12 TDs, 16.6 YPC) 1993 – Kevin Benjamin, 517 yards (39 catches, 4 TDs, 13.3 YPC) 1992 – Kevin Vickers, 487 yards (32 catches, 3 TDs, 15.2 YPC) 1991 – Walter Favors, 341 yards (29 catches, 2 TDs, 11.8 YPC) 1990 – Bobby Sutton, 921 yards (51 catches, 8 TDs, 18.1 YPC) 1989 – Bobby Sutton, 504 yards (33 catches, 3 TDs, 15.3 YPC) 1988 – Paul Allison, 289 yards, (18 catches, 3 TDs, 16.0 YPC) 1987 – Boo Jones, 515 yards (33 catches, 4 TDs, 15.6 YPC) 1986 – Melvin Modesty, 528 yards (25 catches, 3 TDs, 21.1 YPC) 1985 – Vic Routh, 259 yards (15 catches, 2 TDs, 17.2 YPC) 1984 – Vic Routh, 274 yards (12 catches, 1 TD, 22.8 YPC) 1983 – Darrell Piske, 424 yards (27 catches, 1 TD, 15.7 YPC) 1982 – Wade Wilson, 495 yards (24 catches, 7 TDs, 20.6 YPC) 1981 – Darrell Piske, 383 yards (23 catches, 2 TDs, 16.6 YPC) 1980 – Dave Riegel, 268 yards (15 catches, 2 TDs, 17.8 YPC) 1979 – Sam Scott, 512 yards (33 catches, 1 TD, 15.5 YPC) 1978 – Joseph Gossett, 349 yards (15 catches, 6 TDs, 23.2 YPC) 1977 – Carl Pleasant, 336 yards (15 catches, 5 TDs, 22.4 YPC) 2011 – Courtney Vaughn, 54 points (9 TDs) 2010 – Blake Wiest, 60 points (24 PATs, 12 FGs) 2009 – Garrett Lindholm, 88 points (43 PATs, 15 FGs) 2008 – Roderick Smith, 90 points (15 TDs) 2007 – Devin Guinn, 72 points (12 TDs) 2006 – Paul Williams, 69 points (30 PATs, 13 FGs) 2005 – Derrick Ross, 84 points (14 TDs) 2004 – Derrick Ross, 134 points (22 TDs, 1 two-point conversion) 2003 – Jamie Guin, 73 points (43 PATs, 10 FGs) 2002 – J.W. Boren, 90 points (39 PATs, 17 FGs) 2001 – J.W. Boren, 94 points (52 PATs, 14 FGs) 2000 – J.W. Boren, 78 points (30 PATs, 16 FGs) 1999 – Steve Kelly, 54 points (9 TDs) 1998 – Brad Couch, 40 points (19 PATs, 7 FGs) 1997 – Bryan Jones, 56 points (29 PATs, 9 FGs) 1996 – Lamont Randle, 60 points (10 TDs) 1995 – Brad Couch, 26 points (11 PATs, 5 FGs) 1994 – Ryland Bailey, 74 points (12 TDs, 1 two–point conversion) 1993 – Trampas Wilson, 58 points (22 PATs, 12 FGs) 1992 – Steve Pinnell, 38 points (6 TDs, 1 two–point conversion) 1991 – Robert Simpson, 36 points (6 TDs) 1990 – Robert Simpson, 86 points (14 TDs, 1 two–point conversion) 1989 – Robert Simpson, 36 points (6 TDs) 1988 – Shawn Minor, 48 points (24 PATs, 8 FGs) 1987 – Gaylon Bowser, 108 points (18 TDs) 1986 – Gaylon Bowser, 84 points (14 TDs) 1985 – Mike Myers, 29 points (11 PATs, 6 FGs) 1984 – Vince Oldag, 46 points (22 PATs, 8 FGs) 1983 – Vince Oldag, 22 points (10 PATs, 4 FGs) 1982 – Wade Wilson, 42 points (7 TDs) 1981 – Ricky Bush, 68 points (11 TDs, 1 two–point conversion) 1980 – Ricky Bush, 54 points (8 TDs, 3 two–point conversions) 1979 – Ricky Bush, 48 points (8 TDs) 1978 – Gale Grant, 48 points (18 PATs, 10 FGs) 1977 – Gale Grant, 50 points (20 PATs, 10 FGs)
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Yearly Stat Leaders Team Total Offense
Tackles
Team Total Defense
Opponents
2011 – 4,533 (1,632 rushing, 2,901 passing, 412.1 YPG) 2010 – 4,230 (1,581 rushing, 2,649 passing, 384.5 YPG) 2009 – 4,204 (1,395 rushing, 2,809 passing, 323.4 YPG) 2008 – 3,512 (1346 rushing, 2,166 passing, 319.3 YPG) 2007 – 4,011 (1,508 rushing, 2,503 passing, 364.6 YPG) 2006 – 2,637 (905 rushing, 1,732 passing, 263.7 YPG) 2005 – 3,665 (1,766 rushing, 1,899 passing, 366.5 YPG) 2004 – 3,249 (1,065 rushing, 2,184 passing, 295.4 YPG) 2003 – 3,872 (1,607 rushing, 2,265 passing, 322.7 YPG) 2002 –2,982 (1,430 rushing, 1,553 passing, 271.2 YPG) 2001 – 4,477 (2,028 rushing, 2,449 passing, 344.4 YPG) 2000 – 3,467 (1,550 rushing, 1,917 passing, 315.2 YPG) 1999 – 3,092 (1,539 rushing, 1,553 passing, 281.1 YPG) 1998 – 3,840 (1,464 rushing, 2,376 passing, 349.1 YPG) 1997 – 4,403 (2,173 rushing, 2,230 passing, 400.3 YPG) 1996 – 3,638 (1,671 rushing, 1,967 passing, 363.8 YPG) 1995 – 4,179 (2,385 rushing, 1,794 passing, 379.9 YPG) 1994 – 4,132(2,101 rushing, 2,031 passing, 413.2 YPG) 1993 – 4,166 (2,310 rushing, 1,856 passing, 416.6 YPG) 1992 – 3,346 (1,536 rushing, 1,810 passing, 334.6 YPG) 1991 – 3,014 (1,750 rushing, 1,264 passing, 301.4 YPG) 1990 – 3,015 (1,184 rushing, 1,831 passing, 251.3 YPG) 1989 – 3,655 (2,163 rushing, 1,492 passing, 304.6 YPG) 1988 – 2,445 (950 rushing, 1,495 passing, 244.5 YPG) 1987 – 3,242 (1,194 rushing, 2,048 passing, 324.2 YPG) 1986 – 3,303 (1,284 rushing, 2,019 passing, 330.3 YPG) 1985 – 3,749 (1,881 rushing, 1,868 passing, 374.9 YPG) 1984 – 2,771 (1,309 rushing, 1,462 passing, 277.1 YPG) 1983 – 2,474 (1,137 rushing, 1,337 passing, 274.9 YPG) 1982 – 2,101 (705 rushing, 1,396 passing, 262.6 YPG) 1981 – 2,503 (1,137 rushing, 1,366 passing, 250.3 YPG) 1980 – 2,599 (1,648 rushing, 948 passing, 259.6 YPG)
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2011 – Marquis Wadley, 119 tackles (75 solo, 44 assisted) 2010 – Damian Perkins, 99 tackles (30 solo, 69 assisted) 2009 – Matt Knicky, 98 tackles (36 solo, 62 assisted) 2008 – O’Lindsey Brown, 66 tackles (33 solo, 33 assisted) – Marcus Phillips, 66 tackles (28 solo, 38 assisted) 2007 – Ranardrick Phillips, 91 tackles (47 solo, 44 assisted) 2006 – Erick Smith, 99 tackles (42 solo, 57 assisted) 2005 – Erick Smith, 98 tackles (42 solo, 56 assisted) 2004 – Ken Jones, 95 tackles (33 solo, 62 assisted) 2003 – Ken Jones, 111 tackles (42 unassisted, 69 assisted) 2002 – Brandon Young, 85 tackles (34 unassisted, 51 assisted) 2001 – Michael Jackson, 100 tackles (46 unassisted, 54 assisted) 2000 – Michael Jackson, 69 tackles (36 unassisted, 33 assisted) 1999 – Trenzio Turner, 68 tackles (28 unassisted, 40 assisted) 1998 – Dusty Hafer, 104 tackles (55 unassisted, 49 assisted) 1997 – Dusty Hafer, 111 tackles (38 unassisted, 73 assisted) 1996 – Chad Hierholzer, 105 tackles (38 unassisted, 67 assisted) 1995 – David Hutyra, 105 tackles (38 unassisted, 67 assisted) 1994 – Stephen Moseley, 103 tackles (75 unassisted, 28 assisted) 1993 – Clint Jentsch, 138 tackles (107 unassisted, 31 assisted) 1992 – Pat Pitman, 16 tackles (10 unassisted, 6 assisted) 1991 – Roy Graham, 93 tackles (59 unassisted, 34 assisted) 1990 – Randy Read, 33 tackles (25 unassisted, 8 assisted) 1989 – Dusty Baker, 110 tackles (84 unassisted, 26 assisted) 1988 – Tony Montgomery, 96 tackles (64 unassisted, 32 assisted) 1987 – Robert Ivey, 109 tackles (69 unassisted, 40 assisted) 1986 – Robert Ivey, 99 tackles (58 unassisted, 41 assisted) 1985 – Craig Hancock, 92 tackles (66 unassisted, 26 assisted) 1984 – Eddy Stiggers, 128 tackles (86 unassisted, 42 assisted) 1983 – Eddy Stiggers, 104 tackles (64 unassisted, 40 assisted) 1982 – Lary Fowler, 112 tackles (67 unassisted, 45 assisted) 1981 – Lary Fowler, 127 tackles (65 unassisted, 62 assisted) 1980 – Jim Ryan, 111 tackles (61 unassisted, 50 assisted) 1979 – Tony Tuck, 113 tackles (64 unassisted, 49 assisted) 1978 – Tally Neal, 192 tackles (136 unassisted, 56 assisted)
2011 – 4,311 (1,114 rushing, 3,197 passing, 391.9 YPG) 2010 – 3,573 (1,238 rushing, 2,335 passing, 324.8 YPG) 2009 – 5,021 (1,863 rushing, 2,178 passing, 386.2 YPG) 2008 – 4,131 (2,059 rushing, 2,072 passing, 375.5 YPG) 2007 – 4,974 (1,931 rushing, 3,043 passing, 452.2 YPG) 2006 – 3,706 (1,537 rushing, 2,169 passing, 370.6 YPG) 2005 – 3,834 (1,921 rushing, 1,913 passing, 383.4 YPG) 2004 – 4,186 (2,190 rushing, 1,996 passing, 380.5 YPG) 2003 – 5,659 (1,663 rushing, 3,996 passing, 471.6 YPG) 2002 – 4,341 (1,974 rushing, 2,547 passing, 394.6 YPG) 2001 – 5,432 (1,773 rushing, 3,659 passing, 417.8 YPG) 2000 – 4,416 (1,693 rushing, 2,723 passing, 401.5 YPG) 1999 – 3,650 (1,496 rushing, 2,154 passing, 331.8 YPG) 1998 – 3,495 (1,235 rushing, 2,260 passing, 317.7 YPG) 1997 – 4,220 (1,418 rushing, 2,802 passing, 383.6 YPG) 1996 – 4,073 (1,503 rushing, 2,570 passing, 407.3 YPG) 1995 – 2,678 (913 rushing, 1,765 passing, 243.5 YPG) 1994 – 4,364 (940 rushing, 3,424 passing, 436.4 YPG) 1993 – 3,155 (1,308 rushing, 1,847 passing, 315.5 YPG) 1992 – 3,277 (1,398 rushing, 1,879 passing, 327.7 YPG) 1991 – 2,620 (1,212 rushing, 1,408 passing, 262.0 YPG) 1990 – 4,634 (2,010 rushing, 2,624 passing, 386.2 YPG) 1989 – 4,011 (2,045 rushing, 1,966 passing, 334.3 YPG) 1988 – 3,390 (1,831 rushing, 1,559 passing, 339.0 YPG) 1987 – 3,400 (2,153 rushing, 1,247 passing, 340.0 YPG) 1986 – 3,521 (2,182 rushing, 1,339 passing, 352.1 YPG) 1985 – 2,462 (1,351 rushing, 1,111 passing, 246.2 YPG) 1984 – 2,360 (1,294 rushing, 1,066 passing, 236.0 YPG) 1983 – 2,178 (947 rushing, 1,231 passing, 242.0 YPG) 1982 – 2,343 (950 rushing, 1,393 passing, 292.9 YPG) 1981 – 3,063 (1,675 rushing, 1,388 passing, 306.3 YPG) 1980 – 2,596 (1,648 rushing, 948 passing, 259.6 YPG) 1979 – 2,812 (1,692 rushing, 1,120 passing, 281.2 YPG)
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2011 – Jerry Owens, 39.9 average (29 punts–1,156 yards) 2010 –Jerry Owens, 36.9 average (55 punts–2,029 yards) 2009 – Kyle Hopf, 39.4 average (71 punts–2,795 yards) 2008 – Kyle Hopf, 39.7 average (38 punts–1,510 yards) 2007 – Kyle Hopf, 40.4 average (38 punts–1,534 yards) 2006 – Paul Williams, 38.7 average (39 punts–1,508 yards) 2005 – Drew Womble, 37.5 average (48 punts–1,799 yards) 2004 – Paul Williams, 37.5 average (60 punts–2,251 yards) 2003 – Chris Peterson, 36.4 average (38 punts–1,383 yards) 2002 – Chris Evatt, 40.2 average (49 punts–1,971 yards) 2001 – Chris Evatt, 35.2 average (50 punts–1,762) 2000 – Bryan Camp, 34.0 average (54–1,837) 1999 – Bryan Camp, 35.6 average (46–1,639) 1998 – Brian Cox, 34.2 average (50–1,709) 1997 – Brad Couch, 33.8 average (63–2,132) 1996 – Brad Couch, 36.2 average (48–1,738) 1995 – Brad Couch, 34.2 average (69–2,363) 1994 – Brad Couch, 39.0 average (48–1,873) 1993 – Kyle Allred, 36.0 average (49–1,763) 1992 – Kyle Allred, 39.8 average (57–2,268) 1991 – Kyle Allred, 36.3 average (63–2,288) 1990 – Lee Neef, 36.9 average (56–2,067) 1989 – Todd Sells, 39.6 average (65–2,574) 1988 – Todd Sells, 42.0 average (43–1,809) 1987 – Todd Sells, 37.5 average (49–1,839) 1986 – Scott Smith, 40.9 average (58–2,370) 1985 – Scott Smith, 40.2 average (64–2,575) 1984 – Scott Smith, 38.8 average (61–2,370) 1983 – Scott Smith, 37.6 average (57–2,145) 1982 – Steve Bean, 35.3 average (51–1,800) 1981 – Clyde Steelman, 37.1 average (33–1,224) 1980 – Ronnie Heller, 38.0 average (75–2,855) 1979 – Ronnie Heller, 36.6 average (49–1,797) 1978 – Gale Grant, 38.1 average (78–2,975) 1977 – Mark Elam, 36.1 average (41–1,480)
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68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
All-Time Scores as a Junior College (1915 to 1960) Although records indicate Tarleton began playing football as early as 1904, no scores for games exist until 1915.
1915 (3-4-1) Coach A.B. Hayes 6 Comanche.............................. 12 0 Daniel Baker............................ 6 0 Britton (Cisco)......................... 0 39 Thorp Springs.......................... 7 7 Meridian College................... 13 20 Comanche................................ 0 0 Howard Payne ......................... 2 16 Fort Worth YMCA................... 0
1916 (2-3-2) Coach A.B. Hayes 0 Trinity...................................... 0 0 Britton (Cisco)......................... 0 25 Stamford.................................. 0 0 Daniel Baker.......................... 35 51 Fort Worth YMCA................... 0 0 Thorp Springs.......................... 7 0 Meridian College................... 14
1917 (5-4) Coach A.B. Hayes 0 Howard Payne........................ 13 3 Carlisle..................................... 0 0 Howard Payne.......................... 6 13 Granbury H.S........................... 6 * Weatherford............................... 4 Thorp Springs........................ 13 20 Meridian College..................... 6 38 DeLeon H.S............................. 7 12 Simmons.................................. 7 *No Score Available 1918 DID NOT PLAY 1919 (6-1) Coach A.B. Hayes 19 Meridian College .................... 0 * Taliaferro.................................... 65 Daniel Baker............................ 0 55 Dallas University..................... 0 65 Thorp Springs.......................... 0 19 Simmons................................ 13 6 Simmons................................ 32 *No Score Available 1920 (7-3-1) Coach W.J. Wisdom 38 Comanche................................ 0 0 Howard Payne........................ 37 98 Baylor Ineligibles..................... 0 106 Meridian College..................... 0 13 Simmons.................................. 0 0 Abilene Christian..................... 0 20 Denton Normal........................ 7 26 Decatur..................................... 7 0 Abilene Christian................... 13 6 Baylor Freshman.................... 14 48 N.T.A.C.................................... 0
1921 (8-1-1) Coach W.J. Wisdom 49 Weatherford............................. 6 0 Baylor Freshmen.................... 35 13 Daniel Baker............................ 7 47 Clifton...................................... 0 13 Denton Normal........................ 0 21 Meridian College..................... 0 38 Decatur..................................... 0 20 Baylor Freshmen...................... 6 34 Clarendon................................. 3 7 N.T.A.C.................................... 7
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1929 (1-6-2) Coach W.A. Hall 0 Daniel Baker.......................... 20 0 Abilene Christian................... 19 0 S.M.U. Freshmen................... 31 13 Gainesville............................... 0 6 Randolph (Cisco)..................... 7 0 Wichita Falls............................ 0 6 Hillsboro.................................. 6 0 T.C.U. Freshmen.................... 27 0 Howard Payne........................ 33
1923 (3-5) Coach Davis R. Pena 21 Clifton...................................... 0 0 N.T.A.C.................................. 14 6 Weatherford........................... 27 0 S.M.U. Freshmen................... 18 6 Decatur..................................... 0 7 Abilene Christian..................... 3 6 UT Freshmen......................... 39 0 Meridian College .................... 1
1930 (2-6) Coach W.J. Wisdom 0 Simmons................................ 30 0 Abilene Christian................... 18 6 Hillsboro.................................. 7 0 Stephen F. Austin................... 14 0 T.C.U. Freshmen.................... 12 7 Marshall................................. 25 43 Jefferson Law School............... 0 43 Westminster............................. 0
1924 (4-3-2) Coach W.J. Wisdom 47 Randolph (Cisco)..................... 0 0 UT Freshmen......................... 33 0 A&M Freshmen....................... 6 7 Decatur..................................... 7 27 Weatherford............................. 0 33 Clifton...................................... 0 6 N.T.A.C.................................... 6 21 Meridian College..................... 6 3 Wesley College...................... 14
1931 (5-3-1) Coach W.J. Wisdom 7 A&M “B” Team..................... 21 0 Abilene Christian................... 13 13 Hillsboro.................................. 0 7 Marshall................................... 7 13 Daniel Baker............................ 7 45 Westminster............................. 0 13 T.C.U. Freshmen...................... 0 34 Jefferson Law School............... 0 0 Amarillo................................. 12
1925 (8-0-1) Coach W.J. Wisdom 81 Clifton...................................... 0 13 McMurry College.................... 0 21 Randolph (Cisco)..................... 0 27 Weatherford............................. 0 55 Wichita Falls............................ 0 14 Westminster............................. 0 7 Baylor Freshmen...................... 7 44 N.T.A.C.................................... 6 14 Burleson................................. 12
1932 (4-4-2) Coach W.J. Wisdom 6 Abilene Christian..................... 6 7 Weatherford........................... 13 9 Daniel Baker.......................... 10 19 Marshall................................. 10 6 Ranger...................................... 0 2 Schreiner Institute.................... 7 6 T.C.U. Freshmen...................... 7 39 Hillsboro................................ 14 7 Decatur Baptist........................ 7 40 Warner Memorial U................. 0
1926 (6-2) Coach W.J. Wisdom 6 Baylor Freshmen.................... 12 0 Meridian College..................... 3 12 Hillsboro.................................. 0 34 Wichita Falls............................ 0 26 McMurry College.................... 7 23 Wesley College........................ 0 13 N.T.A.C.................................... 0 19 Clifton...................................... 0
1927 (6-1-1) Coach W.J. Wisdom 6 Abilene Christian..................... 6 0 McMurry College.................. 14 20 Hillsboro.................................. 0 33 Wesley College........................ 0 39 Gainesville............................... 0 26 Ranger...................................... 6 18 N.T.A.C.................................... 7 38 Clifton...................................... 0
1933 (1-6-3) Coach W.J. Wisdom 18 Cox’s of Waco.......................... 0 0 Howard Payne........................ 20 0 Decatur Baptist........................ 7 0 Abilene Christian..................... 7 0 T.C.U. Freshmen...................... 7 0 Schreiner Institute.................... 0 0 Weatherford........................... 19 0 Texas Military Institute.......... 13 0 Ranger...................................... 0 0 N.T.A.C.................................... 0
1928 (6-3) Coach W.J. Wisdom 12 Abilene Christian..................... 6 7 Decatur................................... 19 70 Clifton...................................... 0 14 Wesley College........................ 7 29 Hillsboro.................................. 0 13 Gainesville............................. 12 0 McMurry College.................. 32 7 Sul Ross State........................ 27 13 Randolph (Cisco)..................... 6 21 Ranger...................................... 0
1934 (5-1-4) Coach W.J. Wisdom 6 Abilene Christian..................... 6 51 Clifton...................................... 6 6 Daniel Baker............................ 6 21 Decatur Baptist........................ 7 46 Dixie University....................... 0 0 T.C.U. Freshmen...................... 0 13 Weatherford........................... 27 6 Texas Military Institute............ 0 26 Ranger...................................... 0 0 N.T.A.C.................................... 0
1935 (9-2) Coach W.J. Wisdom 24 Westmoreland.......................... 0 19 Clifton...................................... 0 3 Daniel Baker............................ 0 19 Decatur Baptist........................ 0 40 Hillsboro.................................. 0 7 Texas Wesleyan........................ 6 14 Weatherford............................. 0 14 Texas Military Institute............ 0
1922 (7-3) Coach W.J. Wisdom 28 Cisco Christian......................... 8 24 Clifton...................................... 6 25 S.M.U. Freshmen..................... 0 2 Dallas University..................... 0 0 So’western Texas Normal...... 22 10 Meridian College..................... 0 47 Decatur..................................... 0 0 Baylor Freshmen.................... 21 13 Alexander College................. 19 6 N.T.A.C.................................... 0
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92 Ranger...................................... 0 3 N.T.A.C.................................. 16 0 Hillsboro.................................. 7
1936 (3-5) Coach H.J. Sanders 0 Altus (Okla.).......................... 20 14 Cameron (Okla.)...................... 6 35 Decatur Baptist........................ 0 0 A&M “B” Team..................... 13 11 Texas Military Institute............ 7 7 Texas Wesleyan...................... 13 6 Weatherford........................... 13 0 N.T.A.C.................................. 25
1937 (6-2-2) Coach H.J. Sanders 7 Abilene Christian..................... 6 6 Cameron (Okla.)...................... 6 7 H.S.U. Freshmen...................... 6 7 Decatur Baptist........................ 6 48 H.P.U. “B” Team.................... 20 14 Hillsboro.................................. 0 7 Schreiner Institute.................. 13 7 Weatherford............................. 7 12 N.T.A.C.................................... 0 2 Weatherford............................. 7
1938 (4-4-1) Coach Earl Rudder 6 Abilene Christian................... 21 0 Cameron (Okla.)...................... 6 13 Sul Ross State........................ 32 38 Decatur Baptist........................ 7 25 Hillsboro.................................. 0 7 Schreiner Institute.................... 7 7 Weatherford............................. 0 38 Clifton...................................... 6 0 N.T.A.C.................................... 7
1939 (6-4) Coach Earl Rudder 7 Paris....................................... 12 7 Cameron (Okla.).................... 20 13 Kilgore................................... 21 26 Decatur Baptist........................ 0 14 San Angelo............................... 6 7 Schreiner Institute.................. 13 13 Weatherford............................. 6 13 Hillsboro.................................. 6 25 Murray State.......................... 14 6 N.T.A.C.................................... 0
1940 (8-2) Coach Earl Rudder 32 H.S.U. Freshmen...................... 0 14 San Angelo............................. 12 6 Kilgore................................... 24 14 Decatur Baptist...................... 13 6 Schreiner Institute.................. 12 14 Lamar....................................... 9 7 Weatherford............................. 0 10 Hillsboro.................................. 7 7 Paris......................................... 6 13 N.T.A.C.................................... 7
1941 (5-2-2) Coach T.J. Fields 6 Cameron (Okla.)...................... 6 14 San Angelo............................... 0 7 Kilgore................................... 33 0 Decatur Baptist........................ 0 0 Schreiner Institute.................... 9 27 Weatherford............................. 6 34 Hillsboro................................ 14 14 H.S.U. Freshmen...................... 0 9 N.T.A.C.................................... 0
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1947 (2-8) Coach C.M. Flory 13 Clifton...................................... 6 0 Tyler....................................... 26 25 Weatherford............................. 0 0 Kilgore................................... 44 6 Schreiner Institute.................. 19 0 Lamar..................................... 14 0 San Angelo............................. 35 7 Paris....................................... 13 0 Hillsboro................................ 19 0 N.T.A.C.................................... 7
1958 (1-9) Coach H.A. Sanford 6 Henderson County................. 13 32 H.S.U. Freshmen.................... 19 6 Texarkana................................. 8 0 Kilgore..................................... 8 12 Del Mar.................................. 48 14 Wharton................................. 24 6 San Angelo............................. 20 13 Victoria................................... 24 15 Cameron (Okla.).................... 26 0 Arlington State....................... 34
1952 (6-3) Coach H.A. Sanford 34 Cisco........................................ 6 14 Paris....................................... 20 27 Little Rock (Ark.).................... 7 21 East Texas State “B” Team.... 20 13 Kilgore..................................... 7 7 Ranger...................................... 6 9 Schreiner Institute.................... 6 14 San Angelo............................. 26 13 Arlington State....................... 27
1959 (1-8) Coach H.A. Sanford 0 Henderson County................. 22 41 H.S.U. Freshmen.................... 14 13 Kilgore................................... 14 6 Del Mar.................................. 46 19 Wharton................................. 30 7 San Angelo ............................ 19 0 Victoria................................... 14 27 Cameron (Okla.).................... 34 12 Navarro.................................. 13
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1953 (3-6) Coach H.A. Sanford 20 Cisco...................................... 12 13 Paris....................................... 33 0 A&M Freshmen..................... 34 0 T.C.U. Freshmen.................... 40 7 Kilgore................................... 40 7 Ranger.................................... 12 7 Schreiner Institute.................... 6 14 San Angelo............................. 12 0 Arlington State....................... 14
1960 (5-4) Coach Johnny Dunn 15 Henderson County................. 22 18 Navarro.................................... 7 28 Blinn........................................ 8 27 McMurry “B” Team................. 6 7 Del Mar ................................. 34 18 Wharton................................. 34 8 San Angelo............................. 21 17 Victoria................................... 12 33 H.S.U. Freshmen...................... 7
1954 (5-3-1) Coach H.A. Sanford 38 Cisco........................................ 6 6 Paris....................................... 33 29 Allen Academy........................ 0 13 Kilgore................................... 21 27 H.S.U. Freshmen.................... 34 14 Ranger.................................... 13 26 Schreiner Institute.................. 13 0 San Angelo............................... 0 27 Arlington State....................... 20
1961 (3-5) Coach Johnny Dunn 20 Southwestern Okla................. 14 20 Southwest Texas..................... 21 0 Texas Lutheran ...................... 35 20 Eastern New Mexico.............. 42 21 Henderson State (Ark.).......... 14 8 McMurry................................ 42 29 Corpus Christi.......................... 8 6 East Central (Okla.)............... 21
1955 (5-4) Coach H.A. Sanford 21 Allen Academy........................ 7 20 Paris....................................... 13 14 Kilgore................................... 20 20 Texarkana............................... 13 28 H.S.U. Freshmen.................... 26 6 Ranger ................................... 13 26 Schreiner Institute.................... 6 6 San Angelo............................... 7 7 Arlington State....................... 26
1962 (2-7) Coach Johnny Dunn 13 Southwestern Okla................. 20 14 Texas Lutheran ...................... 34 7 Eastern New Mexico.............. 13 0 Southwest Texas..................... 29 6 Northwestern State (La.)........ 31 14 Henderson State (Ark.).......... 12 3 East Central (Okla.)............... 13 12 McMurry................................ 33 20 Corpus Christi.......................... 0
1956 (7-1-1) Coach H.A. Sanford 20 Allen Academy...................... 12 13 Paris....................................... 13 40 Kilgore................................... 13 27 Texarkana................................. 0 45 H.S.U. Freshmen.................... 26 32 Ranger...................................... 0 27 Schreiner Institute.................... 0 28 San Angelo............................. 48 30 Arlington State......................... 7
1963 (3-6) Coach Johnny Dunn 7 Southwestern Okla................. 14 0 Sam Houston State................. 21 0 Stephen F. Austin................... 28 6 Eastern New Mexico.............. 33 31 Texas Lutheran......................... 0 0 Henderson State (Ark.)............ 3 21 Corpus Christi.......................... 0 29 McMurry................................ 13 13 East Central (Okla.)............... 44
1945 (2-5-1) Coach Marshall Hughes 0 Camp Hood............................ 12 0 Camp Hood............................ 20 0 N.T.A.C.................................. 19 6 Allen Academy........................ 6 0 A&M “B” Team..................... 53 20 Allen Academy........................ 0 7 S.M.U. “B” Team................... 40 19 Abilene Christian..................... 0
1948 (2-7) Coach C.M. Flory 13 Clifton...................................... 0 7 Tyler....................................... 19 7 A&M Freshmen..................... 12 12 Kilgore................................... 33 7 Schreiner Institute.................... 0 19 Lamar..................................... 26 0 San Angelo............................. 25 13 Paris....................................... 27 0 N.T.A.C.................................... 6
1946 (3-7) Coach C.M. Flory 7 Clifton...................................... 0 20 Decatur Baptist........................ 0 0 Hardin College....................... 19 0 Kilgore................................... 20 0 Schreiner Institute.................... 6 7 Lamar..................................... 19 0 San Angelo............................. 18 0 Paris......................................... 7 20 Hillsboro.................................. 0 6 N.T.A.C.................................... 7
1949 (4-6) Coach Willie Zapalac 27 Ranger...................................... 0 12 Paris....................................... 28 26 Arlington State......................... 0 34 Clifton...................................... 0 0 Lamar....................................... 7 0 Tyler....................................... 41 14 Kilgore................................... 20 12 Schreiner Institute.................... 0 12 San Angelo ............................ 37 14 McNeese State....................... 20
tarleton coaching records as a Junior College Coach (Years) W-L-T A. B. Hays (1913-20)................................................. 25-15-4 .613. W. J. Wisdom (1920-22, 24-28, 30-35)................... 71-35-15 .648. Davis R. Pena (1923).................................................... 3-5-0 .375. W. A. Hall (1929)........................................................... 1-6-2 .222. H. J. “Choc” Sanders (1936-37).................................... 9-7-2 .555. Earl Rudder (1938-40).............................................. 18-10-1 .637. T. G. Fields (1941)......................................................... 5-2-2 .667. Jimmie Marshall (1944)................................................. 1-8-0 .111. Marshall Hughes (1945)................................................ 2-5-1 .312. C. M. “Dutch” Flory (1946-48)..................................... 7-22-0 .241. Willie Zapalac (1949-50)............................................. 11-9-0 .550. H. A. “Sandy” Sanford (1951-59)............................... 33-46-3 .420. Johnny Dunn (1960)...................................................... 5-4-0 .555. Record as a Junior College.............................. 191-174-30 .522. as a Senior College Coach (Years) W-L-T Johnny Dunn (1961-66)............................................ 20-34-0 .370. Hobart Lytal (1967-69)................................................ 4-24-0 .142. Lloyd Taylor (1970-72)................................................ 6-23-0 .206. Buddy Fornes (1973-82)........................................... 39-59-1 .399. Bobby Fox (1983-84).................................................. 8-11-0 .421. Bill Pringle (1985-87)................................................. 21-11-1 .651. Hal McAfee (1988-92)............................................... 36-18-0 .667. Ronnie Roemisch (1993-95)....................................... 9-21-1 .306. Todd Whitten (1996, 2000-2004)............................... 45-22-0 .671. Craig Wederquist (1997-99)...................................... 12-21-0 .364. Sam McElroy (2005-2009)........................................ 40-15-0 .727. Cary Fowler (2010-present)........................................ 9-13-0 .273. Record as a Senior College................................ 249-272-3 .475. Overall Record................................................... 440-446-33 .479.
.648 .375 .222 .555 .637 .667 .111 .312 .241 .550 .420 .555 .522
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.370 .142 .206 .399 .421 .651 .667 .306 .671 .364 .727 .273 .475 .479
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1951 (3-5-1) Coach H.A. Sanford 13 Cisco........................................ 0 12 Blinn........................................ 6 0 Paris....................................... 28 7 Cameron (Okla.).................... 33 14 Kilgore................................... 47 12 Ranger...................................... 6 8 Schreiner Institute.................. 14 6 San Angelo............................. 28 20 Arlington State....................... 20
1944 (1-8) Coach Jimmie Marshall 0 Blackland AFB....................... 24 0 Bergstrom AFB...................... 33 0 Southwestern.......................... 19 0 Eagle Mountain Marines.......... 7 0 N.T.A.C.................................. 12 13 Abilene Collegians................... 0 0 Blackland AFB....................... 27 0 Galveston AFB....................... 40 6 Hondo AFB............................ 47
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1957 (2-7) Coach H.A. Sanford 7 Abilene Christian................... 20 0 Kilgore................................... 14 6 Texarkana............................... 64 13 H.S.U. Freshmen.................... 14 19 Cameron (Okla.).................... 27 32 Ranger...................................... 6 39 Henderson County................. 13 26 San Angelo............................. 27 0 Arlington State....................... 32
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1950 (7-3) Coach Willie Zapalac 54 Cisco........................................ 6 40 Blinn........................................ 0 6 Ranger...................................... 7 22 H.S.U. Freshmen...................... 0 28 Cameron (Okla.).................... 13 20 Midwestern “B” Team............. 0 6 Kilgore................................... 32 26 Schreiner Institute.................. 13 14 San Angelo............................. 33 31 Arlington State......................... 7
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68 All-Americans
Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
All-Time Scores
1964 (3-6) Coach Johnny Dunn 0 East Central (Okla.)............... 14 8 Sam Houston State................. 10 3 Stephen F. Austin................... 17 8 Texas Lutheran....................... 24 21 Henderson State (Ark.)............ 7 7 Arkansas Tech........................ 16 7 McMurry................................ 12 31 Southwestern Okla................... 0 7 Corpus Christi.......................... 0
1965 (3-7) Coach Johnny Dunn 0 Howard Payne.......................... 7 12 Eastern New Mexico.............. 20 3 Sam Houston State................. 14 7 Corpus Christi.......................... 6 0 Arkansas Tech........................ 10 0 McMurry.................................. 3 0 East Central (Okla.)............... 28 54 Angelo State........................... 14 7 Southwestern Okla................. 43 27 Texas Lutheran ........................ 0
1966 (6-3) Coach Johnny Dunn 0 Howard Payne.......................... 7 12 McMurry.................................. 7 19 Sam Houston State................. 13 28 Texas Lutheran......................... 6 21 Arkansas Tech.......................... 7 15 UT-Arlington.......................... 46 13 East Central (Okla.)............... 35 44 Angelo State............................. 8 42 Southwestern Okla................... 7 42 *Mexico All-Stars.................... 8 *exhibition
1967 (1-8) Coach Hobart Lytal 13 Howard Payne........................ 35 0 McMurry................................ 36 6 Sam Houston State................. 23 28 Texas Lutheran ...................... 26 7 UT-Arlington.......................... 37 19 Arkansas Tech........................ 27 20 Angelo State........................... 34 0 East Central (Okla.)............... 28 16 Southwestern Okla................. 24
1968 (2-7) Coach Hobart Lytal 7 McMurry................................ 58 14 Howard Payne........................ 28 7 Sam Houston State................. 28 20 Texas Lutheran....................... 23 21 Cameron (Okla.).................... 44 14 Arkansas Tech........................ 17 24 Angelo State........................... 10 42 Southwestern Okla................. 28 20 East Central (Okla.)............... 54
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1969 (1-9) Coach Hobart Lytal 6 Texas Lutheran....................... 24 19 Arkansas Tech........................ 17 7 Southwestern Okla................. 52 14 Angelo State........................... 40 16 East Central (Okla.)............... 34 10 Howard Payne........................ 30 15 McMurry................................ 38 7 Sam Houston State................. 29 19 Stephen F. Austin................... 28 21 Sul Ross State........................ 41
1970 (1-8, 1-8 in LSC) Coach Lloyd Taylor 6 Sul Ross State........................ 21 0 Angelo State........................... 43 7 Southwest Texas..................... 41 7 Sam Houston State................. 48 21 Howard Payne........................ 38 20 Texas A&M-Kingsville.......... 37 14 McMurry................................ 19 21 Stephen F. Austin................... 13 0 Texas A&M-Commerce......... 41
1971 (3-7, 2-7 in LSC) Coach Lloyd Taylor 33 Bishop...................................... 6 24 Sul Ross State ....................... 21 13 Angelo State........................... 42 7 Southwest Texas..................... 51 0 Sam Houston State................. 16 14 Howard Payne........................ 29 7 Texas A&M-Kingsville.......... 13 24 McMurry................................ 21 7 Stephen F. Austin................... 42 10 Texas A&M-Commerce......... 24
1972 (2-8, 1-8 in LSC) Coach Lloyd Taylor 24 McMurry................................ 14 *14 Bishop.................................... 19 7 Sul Ross State........................ 18 7 Angelo State........................... 28 14 Southwest Texas..................... 50 13 Sam Houston State................. 17 16 Howard Payne........................ 20 7 Texas A&M-Kingsville.......... 33 18 Stephen F. Austin .................. 40 6 Texas A&M-Commerce......... 27 *Bishop later forfeited this game
7 10 6 7 6 0 34 7 28 13
1973 (1-9, 1-8 in LSC) Coach Buddy Fornes Harding (Ark.)....................... 21 Sul Ross State........................ 13 Angelo State........................... 32 Southwest Texas..................... 33 Sam Houston State................... 7 Howard Payne........................ 31 Texas A&M-Kingsville.......... 33 Abilene Christian................... 49 Stephen F. Austin................... 49 Texas A&M-Commerce......... 42
0 43 22 7 0 0 6 7 14 7 7
1974 (1-10, 0-9 in LSC) Coach Buddy Fornes Texas Lutheran....................... 30 Baptist Christian (La.)............. 0 Sul Ross State........................ 33 Angelo State........................... 55 Southwest Texas .................... 35 Sam Houston State................. 35 Howard Payne........................ 41 Texas A&M-Kingsville.......... 51 Abilene Christian................... 56 Stephen F. Austin................... 35 Texas A&M-Commerce......... 45 game site records begin
1975 (1-10, 1-8 in LSC) Coach Buddy Fornes 6 Texas Lutheran....................... 42 2 Bishop.................................... 27 7 at Sul Ross State.................... 10 10 at Angelo State....................... 36 6 at Southwest Texas................. 42 16 Sam Houston State................. 40 6 at Howard Payne ..................... 7 0 Texas A&M-Kingsville.......... 28 21 Abilene Christian................... 35 15 at Stephen F. Austin............... 14 13 at Texas A&M-Commerce..... 49 1976 (2-7) Coach Buddy Fornes Texas Lutheran ...................... 21 at Bishop.................................. 7 at Trinity................................... 7 Northwestern Okla................. 14 at Southwestern Okla............. 10 at Southeastern Okla.............. 33 Howard Payne........................ 21 at Harding (Ark.)................... 24 Sul Ross State........................ 33
9 0 0 15 0 17 38 7 29
1977 (7-3) TIAA Champions: 4-0 Coach Buddy Fornes 17 at Texas Lutheran .................... 7 32 at Sul Ross State.................... 20 17 Trinity.................................... 13 22 at Northwestern Okla............. 42 14 Southwestern Okla................. 17 21 at Austin College.................... 13 10 Southeastern Okla.................. 19 12 Harding (Ark.)......................... 7 32 Sul Ross State.......................... 8 27 at McMurry............................ 14
1978 (8-1-1) TIAA Champions: 7-0-1 Coach Buddy Fornes 24 Austin College......................... 7 13 at Sul Ross State...................... 3 10 at Arkansas-Monticello............ 7 17 Trinity...................................... 2 21 at McMurry.............................. 6 3 at Austin College...................... 0 35 Sul Ross State.......................... 3
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6 at Trinity................................... 6 29 McMurry.................................. 6 NAIA QUARTERFINALS 6 (N) Findlay (Ohio)................. 13 1979 (6-4) Coach Buddy Fornes 13 at Austin College.................... 17 15 Sul Ross State.......................... 8 55 at Lubbock Christian................ 0 19 at Trinity................................... 9 20 McMurry................................ 14 20 Austin College....................... 34 18 at Sul Ross State.................... 15 36 Lubbock Christian................... 6 24 Trinity.................................... 34 10 at McMurry............................ 14 1980 (3-7) Coach Buddy Fornes 21 Trinity ................................... 14 11 at McMurry............................ 21 13 Austin College....................... 23 0 at Sul Ross State.................... 12 31 Lubbock Christian................... 0 0 at Trinity................................. 10 0 McMurry ............................... 28 7 at Austin College.................... 23 33 Sul Ross State........................ 35 28 at Lubbock Christian................ 7
1981 (6-4) Coach Buddy Fornes 20 at Trinity................................... 0 22 McMurry ............................... 12 7 at Austin College.................... 50 14 Sul Ross State........................ 21 18 at Lubbock Christian...............11 34 Trinity.................................... 32 21 at McMurry............................ 10 21 Austin College....................... 30 17 at Sul Ross State.................... 30 26 Lubbock Christian................... 0
1982 (4-4) Coach Buddy Fornes 6 at Sul Ross State.................... 33 31 Lubbock Christian................... 0 16 *Nuevo Leon (Mexico)............ 3 21 at McMurry.............................. 7 18 at Austin College.................... 28 9 Sul Ross State ....................... 35 37 at Lubbock Christian.............. 14 12 McMurry.................................. 3 7 Austin College ...................... 10 *exhibition
1983 (2-7) Coach Bobby Fox 14 Sul Ross State........................ 10 7 at Georgia Southwestern.......... 9 3 McMurry.................................. 7 3 Austin College....................... 17 10 at Sul Ross State.................... 34 42 Southwest Baptist.................... 7 6 Eastern New Mexico.............. 21
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1984 (6-4) Coach Bobby Fox 34 Tabor (Kan.)............................. 0 21 at Colorado Mines.................. 14 7 at Henderson State (Ark.)...... 34 10 Texas Lutheran....................... 13 30 at Sul Ross State.................... 14 20 McMurry.................................. 3 0 at Austin College.................... 24 37 Sul Ross State........................ 14 7 at McMurry.............................. 0 19 Austin College....................... 20 AZTEC BOWL 15 *Mexico All-Stars.................. 22 *exhibition
1987 (9-3) TIAA Champions: 6-0 Coach Bill Pringle 16 at Howard Payne...................... 6 14 Harding (Ark.)....................... 21 6 at Texas Lutheran................... 27 35 Evangel (Mo.)........................ 22 41 Sul Ross State........................ 15 45 at McMurry............................ 20 42 Austin College......................... 0 20 at Sul Ross State.................... 16 37 McMurry.................................. 6 35 at Austin College.................... 17 NAIA PLAYOFFS 38 Bethany (Kan.)....................... 26 12 Baker (Kan.).......................... 13
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1989 (9-3) TIAA Co-Champs: 8-2 Coach Hal McAfee at McMurry............................ 10 Howard Payne........................ 20 at Sul Ross State.................... 24 at Midwestern State................. 6 Austin College......................... 6
1991 (3-7) Coach Hal McAfee 0 East Central (Okla.)............... 16 7 Cameron (Okla.).................... 24 21 at Northwestern Okla............. 27 7 at Austin College.................... 10 18 Southwestern (Kan.)................ 7 44 at Wilmington (Ohio)............. 14 35 at Hardin-Simmons ................. 0 14 at Midwestern State............... 41 21 Arkansas-Monticello.............. 35 7 at Western New Mexico......... 14
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1992 (6-4) Coach Hal McAfee at East Central (Okla.)........... 26 at Cameron (Okla.).................. 6 Okla. Panhandle State.............. 7 Ouachita Baptist (Ark.)............ 8 at Southwestern Okla............. 27 at Hardin-Simmons................ 24 Northwestern Okla................. 17 West Texas A&M..................... 7 at Arkansas-Monticello.......... 39 Langston (Okla.).................... 43
1993 (5-5) Coach Ronnie Roemisch 31 *Coahuila (Mexico)................. 6 24 East Central (Okla.)............... 21 16 at Northeastern State (Okla.). 38 34 Southern Arkansas................. 31 23 at Ouachita Baptist (Ark.)...... 49 7 Southwestern Okla................. 12 10 at Valdosta State (Ga.)........... 68 44 Hardin-Simmons.................... 37 15 at Abilene Christian............... 57 28 at West Texas A&M............... 27 31 Lindenwood (Mo.)................. 14 *exhibition
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1994 (3-6-1) Coach Ronnie Roemisch Southeastern Okla.................. 36 Midwestern State................... 21 at Southern Arkansas............. 21 Ouachita Baptist (Ark.).......... 42 at Angelo State....................... 52 at Eastern New Mexico.......... 10 at Texas A&M-Kingsville...... 61 West Texas A&M................... 59 at Prairie View A&M............. 20 Southwestern (Kan.).............. 30
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1995 (1-10, 0-7 in LSC) Coach Ronnie Roemisch East Central (Okla.)............... 35 at Midwestern State............... 44 at Southeastern Okla.............. 47 Prairie View A&M................... 6 Texas A&M-Kingsville.......... 51 at West Texas A&M............... 46 Eastern New Mexico.............. 28 at Abilene Christian............... 38 at Angelo State....................... 35 Central Oklahoma.................. 47 at Texas A&M-Commerce..... 48
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1996 (5-5, 2-5 in LSC) Coach Todd Whitten Midwestern State................... 10 Southeastern Okla.................. 25 at East Central (Okla.)........... 35 at Texas A&M-Kingsville...... 40 West Texas A&M................... 17 at Eastern New Mexico.......... 24 Abilene Christian................... 20 Angelo State........................... 38 at Central Oklahoma.............. 17 Texas A&M-Commerce......... 56
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1997 (4-7, 2-5 in LSC) Coach Craig Wederquist New Mexico Highlands......... 34 at Southeastern Okla.............. 22 Harding (Ark.)....................... 46 at Central Oklahoma.............. 28 Texas A&M-Kingsville.......... 43 at West Texas A&M............... 31 Eastern New Mexico.............. 26 at Abilene Christian............... 23 at Angelo State....................... 47 Midwestern State................... 28 at Texas A&M-Commerce..... 21
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1998 (3-8, 3-6 in LSC) Coach Craig Wederquist New Mexico Highlands......... 21 at Stephen F. Austin............... 28 at Harding (Ark.).............28-OT Central Oklahoma.................. 31 at Texas A&M-Kingsville...... 42 West Texas A&M................... 35 at Eastern New Mexico.......... 42 Abilene Christian................... 31 Angelo State........................... 24 at Midwestern State............... 16 Texas A&M-Commerce......... 30
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The Sound and Fury Marching Band entertains crowds and supports the Texans at each home game and various away games as well.
1990 (11-1) TIAA Champions: 6-0 Coach Hal McAfee 21 at East Central (Okla.)........... 14 16 at West Texas A&M............... 15 36 Howard Payne ....................... 22 20 Austin College....................... 17 42 at McMurry.............................. 7 22 Langston (Okla.).................... 21 27 Hardin-Simmons...................... 7 40 at Howard Payne.................... 19 35 Midwestern State..................... 0 35 at Sul Ross State...................... 7 NAIA PLAYOFFS 24 at St. Mary’s (Kan.)............... 14 17 at Westminster (Pa.)............... 19
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1988 (7-3) Coach Hal McAfee McMurry................................. 0 at Howard Payne ..................... 3 Sul Ross State..................17-OT Midwestern State.................... 6 at Austin College ................... 23 at McMurry.............................. 7 Howard Payne....................... 14 at Sul Ross State..................... 0 at Midwestern State.............. 20 Austin College ...................... 33
28 McMurry................................ 10 7 at Howard Payne ................... 44 14 Sul Ross State.......................... 9 49 Midwestern State....................11 16 at Austin College.................... 10 NAIA PLAYOFFS 16 at St. Mary’s (Kan.)................. 6 0 Westminster (Pa.)................... 34
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1986 (9-1-1) TIAA Champions: 6-0 Coach Bill Pringle 12 at Okla. Panhandle State........ 27 22 Howard Payne........................ 21 17 at Harding (Ark.)................... 17 21 Texas Lutheran....................... 16 14 at Sul Ross State...................... 6 38 McMurry................................ 22 27 at Austin College ................... 10 27 Sul Ross State........................ 14
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1985 (3-7) Coach Bill Pringle 0 Okla. Panhandle State............ 12 9 at Howard Payne.................... 20 6 Henderson State..................... 26 3 at Texas Lutheran................... 21 10 Sul Ross State........................ 13 18 at McMurry............................ 15 24 Austin College....................... 21 7 at Sul Ross State.................... 48 44 McMurry................................ 19 3 Austin College....................... 23
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1999 (5-6, 5-4 in LSC) Coach Craig Wederquist Harding (Ark.)....................... 44 Southwestern Okla................... 3 at Northwestern State (La.).... 52 at East Central (Okla.)........... 31 Texas A&M-Kingsville............ 7 at West Texas A&M................. 7 Eastern New Mexico.............. 27 at Abilene Christian................. 9 at Angelo State....................... 27 Midwestern State................... 21 at Texas A&M-Commerce..... 23
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2000 (6-5, 5-4 in LSC) Coach Todd Whitten at Harding (Ark.)................... 52 Western New Mexico............... 7 at Southwestern Okla............. 22 Southeastern Okla.................... 0 at Texas A&M-Kingsville...... 31 West Texas A&M................... 19 at Eastern New Mexico.......... 34 Abilene Christian................... 13 Midwestern State................... 44 Texas A&M-Commerce........... 7 at Angelo State....................... 45
2001 (10-3, 8-1 in LSC) LSC and LSC South Champions Coach Todd Whitten 47 Langston................................ 13 10 at Sam Houston State............. 61 21 Southwestern Oklahoma........ 20 39 at Southeastern Oklahoma..... 32 20 Texas A&M-Kingsville.......... 23 62 at West Texas A&M................. 3 55 Eastern New Mexico.............. 14 52 at Abilene Christian................. 7 41 Angelo State............................. 7 44 at Midwestern State............... 37 34 at Texas A&M-Commerce..... 24 NCAA PLAYOFFS 28 at Chadron State (Neb.)......... 24 25 at UC Davis............................ 42
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Coach Todd Whitten SW Assemblies of God............ 0 New Mexico Highlands........... 7 at Angelo State......................... 0 Abilene Christian..................... 9 at Texas A&M-Kingsville...... 16 East Central............................ 26 Southeastern Oklahoma......... 31 at Northeastern State (OT)..... 29 at West Texas A&M............... 17 Southwestern Oklahoma........ 30 at Central Oklahoma.............. 27
2003 (8-4, 6-2 in LSC) LSC North Division Champions Coach Todd Whitten 24 Southern Arkansas................. 27 40 Angelo State............................. 9 41 at Abilene Christian................. 7 15 Texas A&M-Kingsville.......... 23 42 at East Central........................ 14 39 at Sam Houston State............. 20 42 at Southeastern Oklahoma..... 28 48 Northeastern State (OT)......... 44 47 West Texas A&M................... 27 17 at Southwestern Oklahoma.... 21 38 Central Oklahoma.................. 23 NCAA PLAYOFFS 10 at Texas A&M-Kingsville...... 34
2004 (7-4, 6-3 in LSC) Coach Todd Whitten (N) New Mexico Highlands..... 7 Texas A&M-Commerce......... 16 at Midwestern State................. 3 Abilene Christian................... 31 at Central Oklahoma.............. 42 East Central............................ 21 at Sam Houston State............. 44 Southeastern Oklahoma......... 27 at Northeastern State.............. 14. at West Texas A&M............... 14 Southwestern Oklahoma........ 12
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2005 (7-3, 6-3 in LSC) Coach Sam McElroy 17 at Texas A&M-Commerce....... 7 45 Western New Mexico............. 21
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Northeastern State.................. 25 at Southwestern Oklahoma...... 9 at Texas A&M-Kingsville...... 24 Midwestern State..................... 7 at Eastern New Mexico.......... 27 Abilene Christian .................. 18 at Angelo State....................... 17 West Texas A&M................... 30
2006 (6-4, 6-3 in LSC) LSC South Divison Co-Champions Coach Sam McElroy 23 at Texas State......................... 27 30 Southeastern Oklahoma......... 37 13 at Texas A&M-Commerce..... 14 21 at Southwestern Oklahoma.... 19. 23 Texas A&M-Kingsville............ 0 38 at Midwestern State............... 17 48 Eastern New Mexico................ 0 37 at Abilene Christian............... 36 41 Angelo State........................... 10 16 at West Texas A&M............... 21
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2007 (9-2, 7-2 in LSC) Coach Sam McElroy East Central.............................. 7 at Stephen F. Austin............... 24 at Southeastern Oklahoma..... 17 Texas A&M-Commerce........... 7. Southwestern Oklahoma........ 19 at Texas A&M-Kingsville...... 21 Midwestern State................... 32 at Eastern New Mexico.......... 10 Abilene Christian................... 70 at Angelo State....................... 10 West Texas A&M................... 39
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2008 (8-3, 6-3 in LSC) Coach Sam McElroy Southeastern Oklahoma......... 10 Northeastern State.................. 10 at East Central.......................... 6 Central Oklahoma.................. 17 at Southwestern Oklahoma.... 21 Texas A&M-Kingsville.......... 27 at Midwestern State............... 16 Eastern New Mexico.............. 21 at Abilene Christian............... 37
The 2011 Texan squad defeated a Texas A&MKingsville team that entered the season No. 4 in the nation. With a 41-34 victory, Tarleton spoiled the A&M-Kingsville homecoming in a packed Javelina Stadium.
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31 Angelo State........................... 24 0 at West Texas A&M............... 51 2009 (10-3, 7-2 in LSC) LSC Co-Champions LSC South Division Co-Champions Coach Sam McElroy 45 Arkansas-Monticello.............. 16 6 at Northeastern State................ 0 41 East Central.............................. 2 35 at Central Oklahoma.............. 17 66 Southwestern Oklahoma.......... 3 20 at Texas A&M-Kingsville...... 34 31 Midwestern State................... 28 30 at Eastern New Mexico.......... 20 13 Abilene Christian..................... 6 21 at Angelo State....................... 14 35 West Texas A&M................... 49 NCAA PLAYOFFS 57 at Texas A&M-Kingsville (2OT)...56 6 at Central Washington............ 27
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2010 (3-8, 3-7 in LSC) Coach Cary Fowler Northeastern State.................. 31 at Central Oklahoma.............. 37 at Northwestern State............. 17 at Abilene Christian............... 65 Angelo State........................... 34 at West Texas A&M............... 48 at Texas A&M Commerce..... 31 Texas A&M-Kingsville.......... 13 at Midwestern State............... 31 Incarnate Word....................... 27 Eastern New Mexico.............. 35
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2011 (6-5, 5-3 in LSC) Coach Cary Fowler Abilene Christian................... 27 at West Alabama.................... 42 at Texas State......................... 38 at Eastern New Mexico.......... 28 West Texas A&M................... 44 at Midwestern State............... 44 Texas A&M-Commerce......... 27 at Texas A&M-Kingsville...... 34 Incarnate Word....................... 10 Millsaps College...................... 3
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About The LSC Long known as a leader in intercollegiate athletics, the Lone Star Conference (LSC) is an innovative athletics conference which aims to provide a superior competitive experience for member institutions and to allow for comprehensive development of studentathletes through academic services and life skills programming. The LSC continues to build upon its proud history while intending to be recognized as the premier NCAA Division II conference in the nation. The league’s mission is to foster student participation and success among member institutions in Division II intercollegiate athletics as an integral part of each institution’s total educational program. The LSC strives for academic excellence, stresses involvement within the community, and prides itself in upholding traditions while Lone Star Conference Map continually seeking new opportunities to provide student-athletes with a unique and superior experience. The LSC - founded on April 25, 1931 has developed from a five-team conference of Texas-based schools to an 11-member league that spans three states (Texas, Oklahoma and New Mexico). The league continues to assist Stan Wagnon its member institutions in the maintenance Commissioner of intercollegiate athletic programs that are compa+tible with the highest standards of education and competitive sports. Throughout the league’s 81-year history, various institutions have competed under the LSC banner. Today, only Texas A&M University-Commerce (then East Texas State) remains from the original group that was formed in 1931 when North Texas State, Jay Poerner Compliance Southwest Texas State, Sam Houston State and Stephen F. Austin withdrew from the old Texas Intercollegiate Athletic Association. The membership alignment has changed over the years, with current members having been added in each of the past six decades. Texas A&M-Kingsville (formerly Texas A&I) joined in 1954, followed by Angelo State in 1968 and Abilene Christian in 1973. Conference membership remained within the Texas borders until 1984 when Eastern New Mexico was admitted. Since then, the LSC has grown to include members from Arkansas and Oklahoma. Cameron (1988, 1996) was added near the outset of an expansion phase, while Texas Woman’s (1989) and Melanie Robotham previous members West Texas A&M (1986, 1993) and Tarleton State (1968, 1994) joined the league soon after. Media Relations Midwestern State was admitted early in 1995, while the University of the Incarnate Word became the newest member in 2010. Past members of the LSC include Trinity, Houston, Lamar, Howard Payne, Sul Ross State, McMurry, Harding, Ouachita Baptist, Central Oklahoma, East Central (Okla.), Northeastern State (Okla.), Southeastern Oklahoma and Southwestern Oklahoma. While the LSC has maintained a long-standing tradition of competitive athletic programs for its members, many teams and individuals have gone on to distinguish themselves on the national stage. Entering 2012-13, LSC member institutions have collected 74 NCAA national championships since the league joined the Division II membership in 1982. The LSC conducts conference championships in 18 sports (nine men and nine women) with the addition of indoor track and field in 2012-13. Men’s championships include football, soccer, cross country, basketball, baseball, indoor track and field, outdoor track and field, tennis and golf. Women’s titles are determined in volleyball, soccer, cross country, basketball, softball, indoor track and field, outdoor track and field, tennis and golf. The conference office is located in Richardson, Texas, a northern suburb of Dallas. Stan Wagnon serves as Commissioner, with assistance from Jay Poerner (Compliance) Melanie Robotham (Media Relations) and TBD (Marketing and Broadcasting).
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2012 LSC Composite schedule Thursday, August 30, 2012 West Texas A&M at CSU-Pueblo, 7 p.m.
Thursday, September 13, 2012 * Texas A&M-Commerce vs Midwestern State at Cowboys Stadium, 7 p.m. (CBS Sports Network) Friday, September 14, 2012 * Incarnate Word vs Eastern New Mexico at Cowboys Stadium, 3:30 p.m. Saturday, September 15, 2012 Valdosta State vs Angelo State at Cowboys Stadium, 12 p.m. * Tarleton vs Abilene Christian at Cowboys Stadium, 4 p.m. * Texas A&M-Kingsville vs West Texas A&M at Cowboys Stadium, 8 p.m.
Saturday, September 29, 2012 * Angelo State at Eastern New Mexico, 3 p.m. * Texas A&M-Kingsville at Texas A&M-Commerce, 6 p.m. * Incarnate Word at Midwestern State, 7 p.m. * Tarleton at West Texas A&M, 6 p.m. Thursday, October 04, 2012 Midwestern State at West Alabama, 6:30 p.m. Saturday, October 06, 2012 * Eastern New Mexico at Abilene Christian, 6 p.m. * West Texas A&M at Angelo State, 6 p.m. * Texas A&M-Commerce at Incarnate Word, 7 p.m. North Alabama at Texas A&M-Kingsville, 7 p.m. Delta State at Tarleton, 7 p.m. Saturday, October 13, 2012 * Tarleton at Texas A&M-Commerce, 6 p.m. * Incarnate Word at Texas A&M-Kingsville, 7 p.m. * Angelo State at Midwestern State, 7 p.m. * Abilene Christian at West Texas A&M, 6 p.m.
Saturday, October 27, 2012 * Abilene Christian at Texas A&M-Commerce, 2 p.m. * Tarleton at Incarnate Word, 7 p.m. * Angelo State at Texas A&M-Kingsville, 7 p.m. * Eastern New Mexico at Midwestern State, 7 p.m. West Texas A&M at West Georgia, 7 p.m. Thursday, November 01, 2012 Texas A&M-Kingsville at Valdosta State, 6:30 p.m. Saturday, November 03, 2012 West Alabama at Abilene Christian, 12 p.m. * Incarnate Word at Angelo State, 2 p.m. * Texas A&M-Commerce at Eastern New Mexico, 2 p.m. * Midwestern State at West Texas A&M, 6 p.m. Tarleton at North Alabama, 6 p.m. Saturday, November 10, 2012 * West Texas A&M at Texas A&M-Commerce, 2 p.m. * Abilene Christian at Incarnate Word, 7 p.m. * Eastern New Mexico at Texas A&M-Kingsville, 7 p.m. * Angelo State at Tarleton, 7 p.m. West Georgia at Midwestern State, 1 p.m. Saturday, November 17, 2012 NCAA Playoffs (first round)
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Saturday, September 08, 2012 Texas A&M-Commerce at UT-San Antonio, 1 p.m. Chadron State at Angelo State, 2 p.m. Incarnate Word at Sam Houston State, 6 p.m. * Texas A&M-Kingsville at Abilene Christian, 6 p.m. Western State at West Texas A&M, 6 p.m. Sul Ross State at Eastern New Mexico, 8 p.m. * Midwestern State at Tarleton, 7 p.m.
Thursday, September 27, 2012 Abilene Christian at Delta State, 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 20, 2012 * Midwestern State at Abilene Christian, 2 p.m. * Texas A&M-Commerce at Angelo State, 4 p.m. McMurry at Incarnate Word, 7 p.m. * West Texas A&M at Eastern New Mexico, 7 p.m. * Texas A&M-Kingsville at Tarleton, 6 p.m.
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Saturday, September 01, 2012 Western State at Angelo State, 2 p.m. Southeastern Oklahoma at Texas A&M-Commerce, 6 p.m. McMurry at Abilene Christian, 6 p.m. Central Washington at Texas A&M-Kingsville, 7 p.m. Texas College at Incarnate Word, 7 p.m. Eastern New Mexico at New Mexico Highlands, 7 p.m.
Saturday, September 22, 2012 * Abilene Christian at Angelo State, 6 p.m. * West Texas A&M at Incarnate Word, 7 p.m. * Midwestern State at Texas A&M-Kingsville, 7 p.m. * Eastern New Mexico at Tarleton, 7 p.m.
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Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
LSC Individual Records RUSHING ATTEMPTS Game: 49, Kenneth Parks, East Texas State vs. Carson-Newman, 1972 Season: 317, Gerome Castleberry, East Central, 2002 Career: 885, Johnny Bailey, Texas A&I, 1986-89 RUSHING YARDS Game: 342, Carlton Booe, Northeastern State vs. Southeastern Okla., 1998 Season: 2,165, Bernard Scott, Abilene Christian, 2007 Season Average per Carry: 11.7, Jimmy Pipkin, Midwestern State, 2011 Season Average per Game: 182.8, Johnny Bailey, Texas A&I, 1986 Career: 6,320, Johnny Bailey, Texas A&I, 1986-89 Career Average per Carry: 8.4, Bernard Scott, Abilene Christian, 2007-08 Career Average per Game: 172.8, Bernard Scott, Abilene Christian, 2007-08 MOST 100-YD GAMES RUSHING Season: 12, Bernard Scott, Abilene Christian, 2008 Career: 36, Johnny Bailey, Texas A&I, 1986-89 MOST 200-YD GAMES RUSHING Season: 5, Johnny Bailey, Texas A&I, 1986 Career: 13, Johnny Bailey, Texas A&I, 1986-89 RUSHING TOUCHDOWNS Season: 35, Bernard Scott, Abilene Christian, 2007 PASSES ATTEMPTED Game: 94, JJ Harp, Eastern New Mexico vs. Southeastern Oklahoma, 2009 Season: 647, JJ Harp, Eastern New Mexico, 2009 Career: 1,320, Billy Martin, Abilene Christian, 2005-08 PASSES COMPLETED Game: 64, JJ Harp, Eastern New Mexico vs. Southeastern Oklahoma, 2009 Season: 404, JJ Harp, Eastern New Mexico, 2009 Season Average per Game: 32.9, Derek Maupin, West Texas A&M, 2004 Career: 818, Billy Malone, Abilene Christian, 2005-08 PASSING COMPLETION PERCENTAGE Season: .685 (311-454), Dalton Bell, West Texas A&M, 2005 Career: .675, Keith Null, West Texas A&M, 2005-08 PASSING YARDS Game: 695, JJ Harp, Eastern New Mexico vs. Southeastern Oklahoma, 2009 Season: 5,097, Keith Null, West Texas A&M, 2008 Season Average per Game: 437.3, JJ Harp, Eastern New Mexico, 2009 Career: 12,012, Billy Malone, Abilene Christian, 2005-08 Career Average per Game: 305.3, Keith Null, West Texas A&M, 2005-08 TOUCHDOWN PASSES Game: 7, Keith Null, West Texas A&M at Abilene Christian, 2008; Wesley Wood, Eastern New Mexico vs. Southern Nazarene, 2010 Season: 41, Keith Null, West Texas A&M, 2007 Career: 114, Billy Malone, Abilene Christian, 2005-08 MOST 200-YD GAMES PASSING -- Season: 13, Billy Malone, Abilene Christian, 2007; Keith Null, West Texas A&M, 2008 TOTAL PLAYS Game: 102, JJ Harp, Eastern New Mexico vs. Southeastern Oklahoma, 2009 Season: 734, JJ Harp, Eastern New Mexico, 2009 Career: 1,821, Ned Cox, Angelo State, 1983-86 TOTAL YARDS Game: 681, JJ Harp, Eastern New Mexico vs. Southeastern Oklahoma, 2009 Season: 4,9796, Keith Null, West Texas A&M, 2008 Season Average per Game: 436.7, JJ Harp, Eastern New Mexico, 2009 Career: 12,080, Billy Malone, Abilene Christian, 2005-08 Career Average per Game: 298.5, Keith Null, West Texas A&M, 2005-08 RECEPTIONS Game: 15, Alester Givens, Tarleton State vs. Midwestern State, 2001; Cory Sims, Texas A&M-Commerce vs. Midwestern State, 2002 Season: 96, Tyson Williams, West Texas A&M, 2010 Career: 244, Charly Martin, West Texas A&M, 2004-08 RECEIVING YARDS Game: 323, Charly Martin, West Texas A&M at Abilene Christian, 2008 Season: 1,469, Dee Dee Carter, Central Oklahoma, 2001 Season Average per Game: 143.6, Charly Martin, West Texas A&M, 2008 Career: 3,357, Dee Dee Carter, Central Oklahoma, 2000-03 Career Average per Game: 97.8, Charly Martin, West Texas A&M, 2004-08 Career Yards per Catch: 23.2, Romar Crenshaw, Southeastern Oklahoma, 200-03 TOUCHDOWN RECEPTIONS Game: 5, Charly Martin, West Texas A&M at Abilene Christian, 2008 Season: 22, Charly Martin, West Texas A&M, 2008 Career: 45, Charly Martin, West Texas A&M, 2004-05 PUNTS Game: 32, Jan Jones, Sam Houston vs. East Texas State, 1946 Season: 89, Rick Kinsey, Stephen F. Austin, 1978 PUNTING YARDS Game: 1,203, Jan Jones, Sam Houston vs. East Texas State, 1946 Season: 3,509, Dan Roberson, East Texas State, 1986 PUNTING AVERAGE Season: 46.8, Bill Huffman, Sul Ross, 1960 Career: 43.2, Bill Dement, Angelo State, 1968-71 PUNT RETURNS Game: 9, Gary Peoples, SW Texas vs. Howard Payne, 1981; Pinkey Hurley, Central Okla. vs.Cal State-Northridge, 1990; Aaron Lucas, Tarleton State vs. Abilene Christian, 1999; Brandon Smith, Central Oklahoma vs. Emporia State, 2007 Season: 35, Johnnie Jones, Central Oklahoma, 1998
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PUNT RETURN YARDS Game: 224, Bobby Menchaca, Angelo State vs. McMurry, 1969 Season: 526, Byron Shaw, Texas A&I, 1973 Career: 1,212, Larry Pullin, Texas A&I, 1965-68 PUNT RETURN AVERAGE Season: 22.1, Curtis Guyton, East Texas State, 1965 Career: 18.5, Curtis Guyton, East Texas St, 1965-66 KICKOFF RETURN YARDS Game: 218, Kenzee Jackson, Texas A&M-Commerce at Eastern New Mexico, 2010 Season: 975, Jerome Hewitt, Southeastern Oklahoma, 2009 Career: 1,517, Jerry Clement, S. F. Austin, 1962-65 KICKOFF RETURN AVERAGE Season: 38.0, David Hurst, East Texas State, 1949 Career: 25.3, Jerry Clement, S. F. Austin, 1962-65 KICKOFF RETURNS Game: 8, Sam Tarrant, East Texas State vs.SW Texas, 1979; Brandon Williams, Midwestern State at Abilene Christian, 2008; Kenzee Jackson, Texas A&M-Commerce at Eastern New Mexico, 2010; Tommy Hampton, West Texas A&M at Central Missouri, 2010 Season: 36, Jonathan Woodson, Texas A&M-Kingsville, 2011 ALL-PURPOSE YARDS Game: 409, Bernard Scott, Abilene Christian vs. West Texas A&M, 2008 Season: 2,982, Bernard Scott, Abilene Christian, 2008 Career: 7,803, Johnny Bailey, Texas A&I, 1986-89 INTERCEPTIONS Game: 5, Alfredo Avila, Sul Ross vs. East Texas State, 1966 Season: 14, Alfredo Avila, Sul Ross, 1966 Career: 36, Alfredo Avila, Sul Ross, 1963-66 INTERCEPTION RETURN YARDS Game: 122, Autry Beamon, East Texas State vs. East Central, 1972 Season: 318, Autry Beamon, East Texas State, 1972 Career: 535, Autry Beamon, East Texas State 1971-74 POINTS SCORED Game: 42, Bernard Scott, Abilene Christian, 2008 Season: 234, Bernard Scott, Abilene Christian, 2007 Career: 438, Bernard Scott, Abilene Christian, 2008 TOUCHDOWNS Game: 7, Bernard Scott vs. West Texas A&M, 2008 Season: 39, Bernard Scott, Abilene Christian, 2007 Career: 73, Bernard Scott, Abilene Christian, 2008 KICKING POINTS SCORED Game: 21, Taylor Cannon, Eastern New Mexico vs. Southeastern Oklahoma, 2009 Season: 117, Matt Adams, Abilene Christian, 2008 Career: 339, Matt Adams, Abilene Christian, 2005-08 PATs MADE Game: 11, Matt Adams, Abilene Christian, 2008; Todd Phillips, West Texas A&M at Southwestern Oklahoma, 2010 Season: 82, Matt Adams, Abilene Christian, 2007 Career: 213, Matt Adams, Abilene Christian, 2005-08 PATs ATTEMPTED Game: 11, Jack Kyle, Sam Houston vs. Brooke Army, 1949; Matt Adams, Abilene Christian vs. West Texas A&M, 2008; Todd Phillips, West Texas A&M at Southwestern Oklahoma, 2010 Season: 86, Matt Adams, Abilene Christian, 2007 Career: 222, Matt Adams, Abilene Christian, 2005-08 CONSECUTIVE PATs MADE Season: 48, Sergio Castillo, Jr., West Texas A&M, 2011 Career: 76, Bryan Thompson, Angelo State, 1987-90 FIELD GOALS MADE Game: 6, Taylor Cannon, Eastern New Mexico vs. Southeastern Oklahoma, 2009 Season: 21, Morgan Lineberry, Abilene Christian, 2010 Career: 59, J.W. Boren, Tarleton State, 1999-02 (att. 83) FIELD GOALS ATTEMPTED Game: 7, Taylor Cannon, Eastern New Mexico vs. Southeastern Oklahoma, 2009 Season: 30, Jared Homer, Northeastern State, 2008 Career: 84, Billy Watkins, E. Texas St, 1990-93 CONSECUTIVE FGs MADE -- Season: 15, Paul Williams, Tarleton, 2005 Career: 26, Paul Williams, Tarleton, 2004-06 FIELD GOAL ACCURACY -- Season:100% (15-15), Paul Williams, Tarleton, 2005 SINGLE-GAME SUPERLATIVES Longest Run: 99, JT Thompson, Eastern New Mexico vs. East Central, 2007; Keithon Flemming, West Texas A&M vs. Angelo State, 2007. Longest Pass: 99, 5 times Longest Punt Return: 100, three times. Longest Kickoff Return: 100, 20 times. Longest INT Return: 100, 11 times. Longest Punt: 89, Mark Bounds, West Texas State vs. Central State (Okla.), 1990 Longest Field Goal: 69, Ove Johansson, Abilene Christian vs. East Texas State, 1976
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LSC Records - Team Season: 289, Texas A&M-Commerce, 2006 FEWEST RUSHING YARDS ALLOWED Game: Minus-77, McMurry vs. Abilene Christian, 1968 Season: 485, East Texas State, 1952 Season Average per Game: 48.5, East Texas State, 1952 FEWEST PASS COMPLETIONS ALLOWED Game: 0, East Texas State vs. Sam Houston St, 1946; Sam Houston vs. East Texas State, 1946; Howard Payne vs. East Central, 1959; Southwest Texas vs. Texas Lutheran, 1965; Howard Payne vs. Texas A&I, 1959; Southwest Texas vs. Howard Payne, 1965; Stephen F. Austin vs. NW Louisiana, 1971; East Texas State vs. Angelo State, 1971; Texas A&I vs. Southwest Texas, 1974; Texas A&I vs. Livingston, 1978; Sam Houston St. vs. Stephen F. Austin, 1980; Texas A&I vs. Howard Payne, 1986; Cameron vs. Central Oklahoma, 1988; Cameron vs. Texas A&I, 1990; East Texas State vs. Henderson, 1993; Eastern New Mexico vs. Texas A&M Kingsville, 1999; Southwestern Oklahoma vs. Texas A&M-Commerce, 2006; Angelo State vs. Eastern New Mexico, 2007; Abilene Christian vs. Eastern New Mexico, 2007; Northeastern State at Eastern New Mexico, 2007 Season: 35, Sam Houston State, 1956 FEWEST PASSING YARDS ALLOWED Game: 0, All games above and Angelo State vs. Central Oklahoma, 1973; Southwestern Oklahoma vs. Panhandle State, 2001; Midwestern State vs. Western New Mexico, 2001; Southwestern Oklahoma vs. Texas A&M-Commerce, 2006; Angelo State vs. Eastern New Mexico, 2007; Abilene Christian vs. Eastern New Mexico, 2007; Northeastern State at Eastern New Mexico, 2007 Season: 443, Sam Houston State, 1956 Season Average per Game: 49.2, Sam Houston State, 1956 FEWEST POINTS ALLOWED Season: 34, Southwest Texas, 1948 TURNOVERS Season: 52, East Texas State, 1990 Season Average per Game: 4.7, East Texas State, 1970 WINS Season: 14, Angelo State, 1978; Southwest Texas, 1982 LONGEST WIN STREAK 42, Texas A&I, 1973-77 (also 46 undefeated) ATTENDANCE Game: 24,837, Lone Star Football Festival, 2011
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LSC Football Standings (2000-2011)
2010-LSC North Rank, Team T1. Northeastern State
LSC W-L 10-0 9-1 8-2 7-3 6-4 5-5 5-5 4-6 3-7 3-7 3-7 3-7 2-8 2-8
Overall South W-L W-L 5-1 6-5
2010-LSC South Overall Rank, Team W-L 1. Abilene Christian 6-0 2. Texas A&M-Kingsville 5-1 3. West Texas A&M 4-2 4. Midwestern State 3-3 5. Angelo State 1-5 6. Tarleton 2-4 7. Incarnate Word 0-6 2009-Lone Star Conference Rank, Team T1. Tarleton T1. Midwesterrn State T1. Texas A&M-Kingsville T4. Abilene Christian T4. West Texas A&M T6. Southeastern Oklahoma T6. Angelo State 8. Texas A&M-Commerce 9. Central Oklahoma T10. Eastern New Mexico T10. Northeastern State 12. Southwestern Oklahoma 13. East Central
5-6 5-6 3-8 3-8 3-8 2-9 South W-L 11-1 10-2 8-4 8-4 5-5 3-8 3-8 LSC W-L 7-2 7-2 7-2 6-3 6-3 5-4 5-4 5-4 4-5 2-7 2-7 1-8 0-9
2009-LSC North Overall Rank, Team W-L 1. Texas A&M-Commerce 5-5 2. Southeastern Oklahoma 7-4 3. Central Oklahoma 4-7 4. Northeastern State 2-9 5. Southwestern Oklahoma 1-10 6. East Central 0-11
South W-L 5-0 4-1 3-2 2-3 1-4 0-5
2009-LSC South Overall Rank, Team W-L T1. Tarleton 10-3 T1. Midwestern State 9-3 T1. Texas A&M-Kingsville 9-3 T1. West Texas A&M 7-5 5. Abilene Christian 9-4 6. Angelo State 6-5 7. Eastern New Mexico 3-8
South W-L 4-2 4-2 4-2 4-2 3-3 2-4 0-6
2008-Lone Star Conference Rank, Team 1. Abilene Christian 2. West Texas A&M T3. Tarleton T3. Central Oklahoma T3. Texas A&M-Kingsville T3. Southeastern Oklahoma T7. Midwestern State T7. Texas A&M-Commerce 9. Angelo State 10. East Central T11. Southwestern Oklahoma T11. Eastern New Mexico 13. Northeastern State
LSC W-L 9-0 8-1 6-3 6-3 6-3 6-3 5-4 5-4 3-6 2-7 1-8 1-8 0-9
2008-LSC North Overall Rank, Team W-L 1. Central Oklahoma 7-4 2. Southeastern Oklahoma 6-5 3. Texas A&M-Commerce 5-5 4. Southwestern Oklahoma 3-8 5. Northeastern State 1-10
North W-L 5-0 4-1 3-2 1-4 0-5
2008-LSC South Overall Rank, Team W-L 1. Abilene Christian 11-1 2. West Texas A&M 11-2 T3. Tarleton 8-3 T3. Texas A&M-Kingsville 7-4 T3. Midwestern State 6-4 6. Angelo State 3-8 7. Eastern New Mexico 2-9
South W-L 6-0 5-1 3-3 3-3 3-3 1-5 0-6
2007-Lone Star Conference Rank, Team 1. West Texas A&M 2. Abilene Christian 3. Tarleton State 4. Midwestern State 5. Texas A&M-Commerce 6. Southwestern Oklahoma 7. Central Oklahoma 8. Eastern New Mexico 9. Southeastern Oklahoma 10. Northeastern State 11. Texas A&M-Kingsville 12. Angelo State 13. East Central
LSC W-L 9-0 8-1 7-2 6-3 5-4 4-5 4-5 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 2-7 2-7
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2010-Lone Star Conference Rank, Team 1. Abilene Christian 2. Texas A&M-Kingsville 3. West Texas A&M 4. Midwestern State 5. Northeastern State T6. Angelo State T6. East Central T7. Eastern New Mexico T7. Southeastern Okla. T7. Southwestern Okla. T7. Tarleton T7. Incarnate Word T12. Texas A&M-Commerce T12. Central Oklahoma
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2011-Lone Star Conference (No Divisions) Rank, Team W-L 1. Midwestern State 8-0 2. Abilene Christian 7-1 3. West Texas A&M 6-2 4. Tarleton 5-3 5. Texas A&M-Kingsville 4-4 6. Angelo State 2-6 7. Incarnate Word 2-6 8. Eastern New Mexico 1-7 9. Texas A&M-Commerce 1-7
T1. East Central T3. Eastern New Mexico T3. Southwestern Okla. T5. Southeastern Okla. T5. A&M-Commerce 7. Central Oklahoma
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PUNTING YARDS Game: 1,203, Sam Houston vs. East Texas State, 1946 Season: 3,630, East Texas State, 1986 PUNTS (both teams) Game: 63, Sam Houston vs. East Texas State, 1946 PUNTING YARDS (both teams) Game: 2,390, Sam Houston vs. East Texas State 1946 POINTS Game: 93, Abilene Christian vs. West Texas A&M, 2008 Season: 639, Abilene Christian, 2007 Season Average per Game: 52.3, Abilene Christian, 2008 KICKING POINTS Game: 21, Eastern New Mexico vs. Southeastern Oklahoma, 2009 Season: 128, Abilene Christian, 2010 TOUCHDOWNS Game: 13, Abilene Christian vs. West Texas A&M, 2008 PATs MADE Game: 11. West Texas A&M vs. N.M. Highlands, 2005; Abilene Christian vs. West Texas A&M, 2008; West Texas A&M at Southwestern Oklahoma, 2010 PATs ATTEMPTED Game: 12, East Texas State vs. NW Oklahoma, 1953; West Texas A&M vs. New Mexico Highlands, 2005 FIELD GOALS MADE Game: 6, Eastern New Mexico vs. Southeastern Oklahoma, 2009 FIELD GOALS ATTEMPTED Game: 7, Eastern New Mexico vs. Southeastern Oklahoma, 2009 INTERCEPTIONS Game: 9, Stephen F. Austin vs. Sam Houston, 1949 Season: 37, Texas A&I, 1970 INTERCEPTION RETURN YARDS Game: 188, Abilene Christian vs. S.F. Austin, 1982 FEWEST TOTAL PLAYS ALLOWED Game: 30, Howard Payne vs. Stephen F. Austin (1959) Season: 427, Lamar, 1958 FEWEST TOTAL YARDS ALLOWED Game: Minus-38, Tarleton vs. Baptist Christian, 1974 Season: 1,329, Sam Houston State, 1956, 1964 Season Average per Game: 147.7, Sam Houston, 1956 FEWEST CARRIES ALLOWED Game: 12, Texas A&I vs. Tarleton, 1970; Texas A&M- Commerce vs. West Texas A&M, 2005; Northeastern State vs. West Texas A&M, 2006; Eastern New Mexico vs. Texas A&M-Kingsville, 2011
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RUSHING ATTEMPTS Game: 96, Texas A&I vs. Angelo State, 1982 Season: 689, Texas A&I, 1986 RUSHING YARDS Game: 586, Southwest Texas vs. Prairie View, 1978 Season: 4,342, Texas A&I, 1986 Season Average per Game: 395.2, Texas A&I, 1986 PASSES ATTEMPTED Game: 95, Eastern New Mexico vs Southeastern Oklahoma, 2009 Season: 749, Eastern New Mexico, 2009 PASSES COMPLETED Game: 64, Eastern New Mexico vs. Southeastern Oklahoma, 2009 Season: 460, Eastern New Mexico, 2009 Season Average per Game: 34.3 West Texas A&M, 2007 PASSING YARDS Game: 595, West Texas A&M at Abilene Christian, 2008 Season: 5,155, West Texas A&M, 2007 Season Average per Game: 448, Eastern New Mexico, 2009 TD PASSES Game: 7, West Texas State vs. Texas A&I, 1986; West Texas A&M at Adams State, 2007; East Central at Angelo, State 2007; West Texas A&M at Abilene Christian, 2008; Eastern New Mexico vs. Southern Nazarene, 2010 Season: 51, West Texas A&M, 2007 PASSING COMPLETION PERCENTAGE Season: .718 (249 of 347), Midwestern State, 2009 TOTAL PLAYS Game: 121, Eastern New Mexico vs. Southeastern Oklahoma, 2009 Season: 1,024, West Texas A&M, 2007 TOTAL YARDS Game: 810, Abilene Christian vs. West Texas A&M, 2008 Season: 7,082, Abilene Christian, 2007 Season Average per Game: 569.9, Texas A&I, 1976 PUNT RETURNS Game: 12, East Texas State vs. North Texas, 1933 PUNT RETURN YARDS Game: 224, Angelo State vs. McMurry, 1969 KICKOFF RETURNS Game: 13, East Texas State vs.Arkansas State, 1987 KICKOFF RETURN YARDS Game: 248, Southeastern Okla. vs. Midwestern , 2000 PUNTS Game: 32, Sam Houston vs. East Texas State, 1946 Season: 92, Stephen F. Austin, 1978
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Three Academic All-Americans
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
2001, 2009 LSC Champions
LSC Standings Since 2000 2007-LSC North Rank, Team T-1.Southwestern Okla. T-1. A&M-Commerce T-1. Southeastern Okla. T-1. Central Oklahoma T-1. Northeastern State 6. East Central 2007-LSC South Rank, Team 1. West Texas A&M 2. Abilene Christian 3. Tarleton State 4. Midwestern State 5. Texas A&M-Kingsville 6. Angelo State 7. Eastern New Mexico
Overall W-L 6-5 5-6 4-6 4-6 3-7 2-9
North W-L 3-2 3-2 3-2 3-2 3-2 0-5
Overall W-L 12-1 10-3 9-2 8-3 3-8 2-8 5-6
South W-L 6-0 5-1 4-2 3-3 2-4 1-5 0-6
2006-Lone Star Conference Rank, Team 1. West Texas A&M T2. Midwestern State T2. Abilene Christian 4. Tarleton State 5. Southeastern Oklahoma T6. Central Oklahoma T6. Southwestern Oklahoma T6. Northeastern State T6. Texas A&M-Commerce T10. Texas A&M-Kingsville T10. East Central T10. Eastern New Mexico T10. Angelo State 2006-LSC North Overall Rank, Team W-L Southeastern Oklahoma 6-4 Southwestern Oklahoma 6-5 Northeastern State 4-6 Texas A&M-Commerce 5-5 Central Oklahoma 5-6 East Central 2-8
LSC W-L 8-1 7-2 7-2 6-3 5-4 4-5 4-5 4-5 4-5 2-7 2-7 2-7 2-7 North W-L 4-1 3-2 3-2 2-3 2-3 1-4
2006-LSC South Rank, Team West Texas A&M Tarleton State Midwestern State Abilene Christian Angelo State Eastern New Mexico Texas A&M-Kingsville
South W-L 5-1 5-1 4-2 4-2 2-4 1-5 0-6
Overall W-L 11-2 6-4 10-3 8-3 3-7 3-7 3-8
2005-Lone Star Conference Rank, Team 1. West Texas A&M T2. Southeastern Oklahoma T2. Angelo State 4. Tarleton State T5. Midwestern State T5. Texas A&M-Commerce T5. Texas A&M-Kingsville T8. Abilene Christian T8. Eastern New Mexico 10. Central Oklahoma T11. East Central T11. Northeastern State 13. Southwestern Oklahoma
LSC W-L 8-1 7-2 7-2 6-3 5-4 5-4 5-4 4-5 4-5 3-6 2-7 2-7 0-9
2005-LSC North Rank, Team Southeastern Oklahoma Texas A&M-Commerce Central Oklahoma East Central Northeastern State Southwestern Oklahoma
Overall W-L 8-2 5-5 3-7 3-7 2-8 1-10
North W-L 5-0 4-2 2-3 12-3 2-3 0-5
2005-LSC South Rank, Team West Texas A&M Angelo State Tarleton State Midwestern State Texas A&M-Kingsville Eastern New Mexico Abilene Christian
Overall W-L 10-2 9-3 7-3 6-4 6-4 5-6 4-6
South W-L 6-1 4-2 3-3 3-3 2-4 2-4 2-4
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2004-Lone Star Conference Rank, Team 1. Texas A&M-Kingsville T2. Southeastern Oklahoma T2. Central Oklahoma T2. Midwestern State 5. Tarleton State T6. Abilene Christian T6. East Central T6. Eastern New Mexico 9. Texas A&M-Commerce T10. Angelo State T10. West Texas A&M 12. Southwestern Oklahoma 13. Northeastern State
LSC W-L 8-1 7-2 7-2 7-2 6-3 5-4 5-4 5-4 4-5 2-7 2-7 1-8 0-9
2004-LSC North Rank, Team Southeastern Oklahoma Central Oklahoma Tarleton State East Central Southwestern Oklahoma Northeastern State
Overall W-L 8-3 8-2 7-4 6-4 1-9 0-10
North W-L 4-1 4-1 3-2 3-2 1-4 0-5
2004-LSC South Rank, Team Texas A&M-Kingsville Midwestern State Eastern New Mexico Abilene Christian Texas A&M-Commerce West Texas A&M Angelo State
Overall W-L 9-2 8-3 6-5 5-5 4-6 2-8 2-9
South W-L 5-1 5-1 4-2 3-3 2-4 1-5 1-5
2003-Lone Star Conference Rank, Team 1. Texas A&M-Kingsville T2. Southeastern Oklahoma T2. Central Oklahoma T2. Midwestern State T2. Tarleton State 6. Abilene Christian T7. Angelo State T7. East Central T7. Eastern New Mexico T10. Northeastern State T10. Southwestern Oklahoma T10. West Texas A&M 13. Texas A&M-Commerce
LSC W-L 8-0 6-2 6-2 6-2 6-2 5-3 3-5 3-5 3-5 2-6 2-6 2-6 0-8
2003-LSC North Rank, Team Tarleton State Southeastern Oklahoma Central Oklahoma Northeastern State East Central Southwestern Oklahoma
Overall W-L 8-4 7-3 9-3 3-7 3-8 5-6
North W-L 4-1 3-2 3-2 2-3 2-3 1-4
2003-LSC South Rank, Team Texas A&M-Kingsville Abilene Christian Midwestern State Eastern New Mexico West Texas A&M Angelo State Texas A&M-Commerce
Overall W-L 11-2 6-4 7-3 6-5 3-8 3-8 1-10
South W-L 6-0 5-1 4-2 2-4 2-4 2-4 0-6
2002-Lone Star Conference Rank, Team 1. Texas A&M-Kingsville T2. Tarleton State T2. Abilene Christian T2. Midwestern State T5. Eastern New Mexico T5. Southeastern Oklahoma T5. Southwestern Oklahoma 8. Central Oklahoma 9. East Central T10. Northeastern State T10. Angelo State T10. Texas A&M-Commerce 13. West Texas A&M 2002-LSC North
LSC W-L 7-1 6-2 6-2 6-2 5-3 5-3 5-3 4-4 3-5 2-6 2-6 2-6 0-8
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Rank, Team Tarleton State Southeastern Oklahoma Southwestern Oklahoma Central Oklahoma Northeastern State East Central
W-L 9-2 7-3 7-4 5-6 4-7 3-8
W-L 4-1 3-2 3-2 2-3 2-3 1-4
2002-LSC South Rank, Team Texas A&M-Kingsville Abilene Christian Eastern New Mexico Midwestern State Angelo State Texas A&M-Commerce West Texas A&M
Overall W-L 10-3 6-4 8-3 7-4 2-8 2-8 0-11
South W-L 5-1 5-1 4-2 4-2 2-4 1-5 0-6
2001-Lone Star Conference Rank, Team T1. Tarleton State T1. Texas A&M-Kingsville 3. Angelo State 4. East Central 5. Midwestern State 6. Texas A&M-Commerce T7. Eastern New Mexico T7. Northeastern State 9. Abilene Christian T10. Southeastern Oklahoma T10. Southwestern Oklahoma 12. Central Oklahoma 13. West Texas A&M
LSC W-L 8-1 8-1 6-2 6-3 5-3 5-4 4-4 4-4 3-6 2-6 2-6 1-7 0-8
2001-LSC North Rank, Team Midwestern State East Central Northeastern State Southeastern Oklahoma Southwestern Oklahoma Central Oklahoma
Overall W-L 7-4 6-4 5-5 3-7 4-6 3-8
North W-L 4-1 3-2 3-2 2-3 2-3 1-4
2001-LSC South Rank, Team Texas A&M-Kingsville Tarleton State Angelo State Texas A&M-Commerce Eastern New Mexico Abilene Christian West Texas A&M
Overall W-L 9-1 9-2 6-4 7-4 6-4 3-8 2-9
South W-L 5-1 5-1 4-2 3-3 2-4 2-4 0-6
2000-Lone Star Conference Rank, Team 1. Northeastern State T2. Central Oklahoma T2. Midwestern State T2. Eastern New Mexico T2. East Central 6. Tarleton State T7. Southwestern Oklahoma T7. West Texas A&M T7. Angelo State T10. Texas A&M-Commerce T10. Texas A&M-Kingsville 12. Abilene Christian 13. Southeastern Oklahoma
LSC W-L 7-1 5-3 5-3 5-3 5-3 5-4 4-4 4-4 4-4 4-5 4-5 1-7 0-7
2000-LSC North Rank, Team Northeastern State Midwestern State Central Oklahoma Southwestern Oklahoma East Central Southeastern Oklahoma
Overall W-L 9-1 7-4 5-5 6-4 6-5 1-9
North W-L 5-0 3-2 3-2 2-3 2-3 0-5
2000-LSC South Rank, Team Eastern New Mexico Angelo State Tarleton State West Texas A&M Texas A&M-Commerce Texas A&M-Kingsville Abilene Christian
Overall W-L 6-4 6-4 6-5 5-6 5-6 4-7 1-9
South W-L 4-2 4-2 3-3 3-3 3-3 3-3 1-5
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r. F. Dominic Dottavio is the fifteenth President of Tarleton State University, a comprehensive university with 6 colleges, 91 majors, more than 1,000 faculty and staff, and over 10,000 students in Stephenville, Fort Worth, Waco and Midlothian. Dr. Dottavio provides strategic direction and missionfocused leadership for a university with a reputation for quality teaching, research that benefits all citizens, and a caring campus community. He has assembled a leadership team who, through his guidance, is focused on Tarleton State University’s continual progression to be the premiere student-focused university in Texas. Since Dr. Dottavio became President in 2008, Tarleton has reached record enrollments, expanded the curriculum, and opened a number of new facilities including the Southwest Regional Dairy Center, the state-of-the-art Nursing Building, and on-campus residence halls to meet the needs of a growing student body. Well-known by students for being engaged and accessible, Dr. Dottavio resides on campus in the historic Trogdon House; the first Tarleton president to do so since the home’s namesake, President W.O. Trogdon. His student-centered approach has led to Tarleton’s adoption of six Core Values: Integrity, Leadership, Tradition, Civility, Excellence and Service; which permeate all layers of the institution and provide development of the whole student. Dr. Dottavio grew up in Massillon, Ohio and earned a bachelors degree in Natural Resource Management from The Ohio State University, a masters degree in Environmental Studies from Yale University, and a Ph.D. from Purdue University’s College of Agriculture. He was Regional Chief Scientist for the National Park Service, US Department of the Interior, where he led research programs in coastal zone management, ecosystem restoration, and conservation biology. The Ohio
State University selected Dr. Dottavio from among 350,000 alumni to receive its Distinguished Citizenship Award and he was honored by Purdue University as a distinguished alumnus of the College of Agriculture. Tarleton is Dr. Dottavio’s second university presidency. He was President of Heidelberg University, a 160-year-old private college in Tiffin, Ohio. Prior to that, he was Chief Executive Officer of The Ohio State University at Marion and Professor in Ohio State’s College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. Dr. Dottavio and his wife Dr. C. Lisette Dottavio, CPA and senior tax accountant, have two grown children: Adrea, their daughter, lives in College Station, and Aaron, their son, and his wife Lyndsey, live in Montgomery.
Dr. Dottavio on Tarleton Athletics “Student-athletes can be assured that they have a president who loves sports and views them as important to the university.” “Athletics add immeasurably to the life of the campus and create opportunities for educating our students. Many of the lessons of life are learned outside the classroom.” “Tarleton is very fortunate to have strong community support for its athletic programs. There are few if any other Division II universities in the country that have such a comprehensive list of businesses and individuals supporting their athletic programs.” 144
“What has impressed me most about Tarleton is the spirit and pride of our alumni, friends, faculty, staff, and students. Tarleton spirit and pride can be felt in the passion for our traditions and comes alive through our student-athletes when they are on the field, court and track. A successful athletic program like we have at Tarleton lifts the spirit of the entire Stephenville community.” - Dr. Dottavio
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Vice President Institutional Advancement Dr. Rick Richardson has served as Tarleton’s Vice President of Institutional Advancement since early in 2009. He oversees the university’s fundraising, marketing, communications and external relations efforts. Richardson’s professional certifications include CFRE (Certified Fundraising Executive) and CPA. He holds degrees in business, law and leadership from Baylor, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi and Regent University. He practiced law in Corpus Christi for almost 20 years before starting to work in higher education institutional advancement at TAMU-CC in 2000. He has also served as Vice President, Institutional Advancement at McMurry University in Abilene, Texas.
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Vice President Student Life Mr. Rusty Jergins was named Tarleton’s Vice President for Student Life in February of 2011. Jergins earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees at Tarleton, and previously served as the associate vice president for Student Life and Dean of Students. He has 22 years of experience in higher education administration at Tarleton, with 18 years as Dean of Students/Student Life. Over the course of his career, he has supervised major
Vice President Academic Affairs/Provost Dr. Karen Murray was named the Vice President for Academic Affairs/Provost in early 2011. Murray has worked at Tarleton for 23 years, and she previously served in the Office of Academic Affairs as Associate Vice President for Assessment, Curriculum and Outreach. Her educational credentials and professional experience inlude a doctorate degree in biochemistry and molecular biology from the University of North Texas Health Science Center. She received her master’s of business administration from the Univeristy of Texas at Arlington and her bachelor’s degree in medical technology from the University of Texas-Southwestern Medical School. At Tarleton, Dr. Murray has served as a division director, an academic department head, Associate Vice President and Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. Prior to working at Tarleton, she served in several capacities in the health care industry.
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Vice President Finance and Administration Mr. Tye Minckler joined the Tarleton family in August of 2012 as Vice President for Finance and Administration. He received a bachelor’s degree in molecular and cellular biology, as well as a master of business administration in finance from the University of Washington. Mr. Minckler also is a certified management accountant, and recently earned his CEFP (Certified Educational Facilities Professional) credential. Prior to joining Tarleton State University’s executive team, he served as the Vice President for Operations at the Medical College of Wisconsin, CFO for two private sector companies, and dedicated seven years to the position of Director of Facilities Development and Management for the University of Washington’s School of Medicine.
departments within the division, including Residential Living and Learning, Campus Dining, Student Activities, Thompson Student Center, Student Publications, First-Year Experience programs, and Center for Diversity Initiatives and Judicial Affairs. Additionally, he has significant experience in the areas of budgets, staff supervision, program development, facilities, construction and crisis management.
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Chief of Staff Dr. Kyle McGregor was named Chief of Staff to the Office of the President at Tarleton State University in October of 2011. Before joining the President’s Office he served as a faculty member in the Department of Agricultural and Consumer Sciences at Tarleton for ten years. Dr. McGregor provides overall management for the Office of the President, coordinates legal, legislative and policy issues with the Texas A&M University System and all levels of government, acts as liaison with faculty, staff and students, and works with the University’s divisions on planning, compiling and analyzing data, establishing procedures and preparing reports for various agencies. Dr. McGregor began his relationship with Tarleton State University as an undergraduate studying agricultural education. He went on to study and complete master’s and doctoral degrees at Texas Tech University.
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Tarleton State University Founded in 1899 as a private, liberal arts college known then as John Tarleton College, the institution became a member of The Texas A&M University System in 1917, a four-year degree-granting institution in 1959 and gained status as a university in 1973. Tarleton State University is now one of the state’s fastest growing institutions with an enrollment of 9,633 for fall 2008. Located one hour from Fort Worth in Stephenville, Texas, Tarleton serves as the educational and cultural flagship of the Cross Timbers Region. With a population of 17,000, Stephenville is known as one of the country’s most desirable places to live and is included in Norman Crampton’s The 100 Best Small Towns in America published by Prentice Hall. Upgraded campus facilities and affordable tuition combined with Stephenville’s economical cost of living, make Tarleton one of the best university values in Texas. A new 70,000-square-foot sports recreation center, complete with weight rooms, track and gym, opened in fall 2007. The two-story building holds four racquetball courts, a weight room, cardio equipment as well as multi-purpose rooms, classroom and office space. The new facility is also home to a climbing wall and an “outdoor pursuit” area, allowing students the opportunity to sign up for such outdoor items as kayyaks, tents, and Tarleton Quick Facts camping equipment. Other recent additions include a new $30.8 • Founded in 1899 million science building complete with a 64-seat planetarium, and a new observatory at Tarleton’s • 2012 Spring Enrollment: 10,200 Hunewell Ranch, which houses a fully robotic, 32-inch diameter, research-grade telescope. • Student/Faculty Ratio: 18 to 1 Students come from around the world–26 countries and 49 states in the United States–to • Undergraduate Degree Programs: 68 attend Tarleton. Students have the opportunity to choose from 64 undergraduate, 21 graduate, • Graduate Degree Programs: 22 two associate degree programs and one doctoral program. • Doctorate Degree Programs: 1 The largest non-land grant agriculture university in the United States, Tarleton is a leader in teacher education. It has one of the • Associate Degree Programs: 2 largest and oldest public school improvement partnerships in the United States, benefiting more than 50 area school districts. The university also is a national leader in educating agricultural education teachers. • Students and Faculty come from: 220 Data Mining and data warehousing research at Tarleton is improving crop insurance for farmers. At the Center for Texas counties, 45 states and 34 foreign Agribusiness Excellence (CAE), researchers seek to improve the integrity of the U.S. Department of Agriculture Risk countries Management Agency’s delivery of services to farmers. Data mining research has identified patterns, and schemes for cheating the system that are then reported to the Compliance Branch of the agency. In addition, systematic mistakes • 2009-10 Operating Budget: $111.5 million causing farmers’ claims to be underpaid are reported for corrective action. To date, more than $300 million in cost savings has been attributed to CAE research. • Erath County Economic Impact: $170 Bachelor’s degrees in nursing, environmental engineering, engineering physics, international agriculture, million interdisciplinary business, communications, as well as a master’s degree in environmental science and a doctoral degree in educational administration have been added to the curriculum. Tarleton also offers an innovative horticulture/landscaping program in golf course management. A doctoral degree in educational administration and online master’s degrees programs are offered. Tarleton was recognized for its Tarleton Model for Accelerated Teacher Education (TMATE), which received special notice from the Association of Teacher Education for program excellence. Through the TMATE program, Tarleton is the provider of alternate teacher certification for Fort Worth ISD. The Computer Information Systems Department was selected by the International Data Processing Management Association as the outstanding four-year program in North America in 1989, 1996 and 2003 making Tarleton the first university to be a three-time award recipient. Tarleton’s Laboratory for Wellness and Motor Behavior houses a unique training machine called “The Psycle™” for individuals with quadriplegia, paraplegia, hemiplegia, spina bifida, multiple sclerosis, or other mobility impairments that require special training. Research showing the importance of moving paralyzed body parts is ongoing. The Department of Animal Sciences oversees the Tarleton Equine-Assisted Therapy (TREAT) program that is designed to utilize horseback riding as a form of physical, emotional and recreational therapy. Hippotherapy (physical therapy on horseback using the horse as a therapist) has developed as a medical field recognized by most major countries. The Texas Institute for Applied Environmental Research on the Tarleton campus plays a national leadership role in environmental issues related to water quality. This program provides the university, the dairy and beef industries, environmental control agencies and governmental policy groups with water pollution data for the 230,000-acre Upper North Bosque River watershed. In fall 2002 the W.K. Gordon Center for Industrial History of Texas opened at a site located near Thurber, approximately 30 miles northwest of Stephenville. The Center is located on 4.1 acres near the site of Texas’ first coal mine and adjacent to New York Hill and is dedicated to the preservation, research and recording of Texas industrial history including coal mining, brick making and oil and gas exploration. Most university activities take place on Tarleton’s centrally located, 150-acre main campus. A 700-acre university farm and the 1,170-acre Hunewell Ranch provide additional educational facilities. Tarleton also offers specialized programs at its Dora Lee Langdon Cultural and Educational Center in Granbury and select programs and courses at McLennan Community College in Waco, Weatherford Community College in Weatherford, and in Fort Worth. Upperlevel courses are offered at Tarleton-Central Texas in Killeen.
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• State of Texas Economic Impact: $311 million • Ranks among the most affordable public four-year universities in Texas • Offers one of only four hydrology programs in the United States, and one of only two engineering physics programs in Texas • Psycle™ programs creates health-related fitness for individuals with spinal cord injuries and other neurological impairment • National leader in certification of agricultural science teachers • $30.8 million science building houses the first planetarium in The Texas A&M University System with a research grade observatory housing a 32-inch telescope connecting Tarleton to an international network of observatories around the world • Tarleton’s Equine Assisted Therapy (TREAT) program utilizes horseback riding as a form of physical, emotional and recreational therapy • Tarleton just completed a new dairy and a state-of-the-art nursing school building
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Formed when Tarleton was a junior college, the Ten Tarleton Peppers (TTP) and Ten Tarleton Sisters (TTS) are the two oldest organizations on campus. These spirit organizations for men and women were formed in 1921 and 1923 respectively. New members of these secret organizations are selected by current members. When first organized, the two groups met late at night and prepared signs for upcoming athletic events. The basic signs at this time were made of canvas and were stretched between trees on campus. The clubs met in the attic of the old recreation hall which is now the Administration Annex. The identities of the senior members were disclosed in group photos when the yearbooks were distributed. Senior members stood facing the camera while others faced away from the camera with various and sundry items placed over their heads. The groups are sponsored by faculty and staff members.
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The TTS and TTP were precursors of the modern Purple Poo. The still-secret organization makes Poo signs each Monday night, which appear on campus every Tuesday morning. The signs occasionally comment on campus political life and student life, but most promote school spirit. These signs are nailed to trees on campus. Members appear in public dressed in costumes and identity is closely guarded.
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Upon joining the Texas A&M System in 1917, the Tarleton athletic teams became known as the “Junior Aggies.” In 1924, Coach W.J. Wisdom became disenchanted with the name and held a contest to select a new mascot. The winner would receive $5 and Wisdom would be the sole judge. One day, Wisdom was walking across campus and contemplating the fact that Tarleton was primarily an agricultural school when the name “Plowboys” popped into his head. He immediately adopted the new mascot and kept the $5. The symbol of the Plowboys, was a muscular young man in overalls pushing a hand plow. In 1950, the mascot withstood a challenge when four additional names were suggested for a student vote. Plowboys won by a 2-1 margin. With the University’s changing image, however, another election was held in 1961 and students approved the name “Texans.” The horse and rider became the new athletic mascot of the University.
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In 1984, a group of interested students established a spirit organization on campus and readopted the name “Plowboys,” which was the former mascot of the athletic teams. The Plowboys attend athletic events and other campus activities and are familiar to students because of their white shirts, hats and purple chaps. Legend has it that John Tarleton, founder of the University, had a pet duck named Oscar P who went everywhere with him. The two were so close that Oscar P is said to be buried with Tarleton. At various student activities, the Purple Poo rally Tarleton students by raising the spirit of Oscar P. This is done by kneeling and pounding the ground while calling out “Hey, Oscar P.” Although this has become one of the favorite traditions, there is no evidence to verify the story.
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At the height of the Tarleton-North Texas Agriculture College rivalry, frequent raids by opposing students were common. Bonfires were the primary objectives, and as described in the J-TAC newspaper (Tarleton’s school paper), the students were driven by “the desire to cause premature conflagration of the accumulated rubbish.” On Nov. 29, two days before the traditional football game, and in retaliation for the burning of the NTAC bonfire by Tarleton students the night before, an NTAC student and accomplice flew over the Tarleton campus and attempted to bomb the bonfire. In their efforts to repel the air attack, Tarleton students on guard threw various objects at the plane. L.V. Risinger hurled a 2x4 into the air which struck the propeller and disabled the aircraft. The pilot glided over what is now the Hall of Presidents and crash-landed in a clump of trees. While the NTAC student and his buddy were launching the air attack, three truck loads of NTAC students were attempting to invade campus by land. Both the land and air attacks were repulsed. The NTAC students were captured, given a block-T haircut and sent on their way. The Homecoming bonfire has been dedicated to L.V. Risinger, defender of the bonfire, who died in 1994.
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arleton State University recently completed its new, state-of-the-art student recreational sports center. The 76,000-square-foot facility was voted for and approved by students and houses a multi-purpose gymnasium, including three basketball courts, four racquetball courts, a track on the second floor, a large weight lifting area, rooms for martial arts and aerobics, and a cardio area. The facility incorporates such amenities as a cardio theater, conference rooms, a climbing wall and rentable camping equipment. The facility is located adjacent to the home side of Memorial Stadium.
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arleton State University has completed a state-of-the-art dining facility. The building opened in 2010, ending 80 years of service for the old facility. The 42,000-square foot facility will accommodate 700 students and will be an extension of the Barry B. Thompson Student Center. The almost $13-million facility will have two floors, a convenience store, executive meeting rooms and a cafe with Internet capabilities. The new facility sits between the Student Center and the Tarleton Control Center on Vanderbilt Street in the center of campus.
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Wisdom Gymnasium is located in the Health and Physical Education Building on the northwest corner of the campus, adjacent to Memorial Stadium. The facility serves as home for both the Texans and the TexAnns basketball teams. The gymnasium, named for long-time Tarleton athletics director and coach W.J. Wisdom, was built in 1970 at a cost of $1.3 million. A $1.7 million expansion project was completed in 1977. The total physical education complex covers 114,343 square feet of floor space. The Texan and TexAnn basketball teams play in the main gym that seats 3,000 spectators in both the upper and lower seating arrangements combined. Seating on the lower south side has chair backs, which were installed in 1999, while new student bleachers were installed in the summer of 2010. A new hardwood floor was installed in the summer of 2010, and it has a paint job with the 3D T logo in center court. The men’s and women’s basketball locker rooms have received several updates over the last couple of years, including new carpeting, new lockers and new technology for watching film. A four-way viewing scoreboard, installed in 1987 and upgraded in 1996, is located above the center of the basketball court with four new public address speakers mounted on top of the board. The TexAnn volleyball team plays in its own gym, known as the “South Gym” or the “Volleyball Gym.” The extra gymnasium was completed in 1977 as part of a $1.7 million expansion project and quickly became the home court for the TexAnn volleyball team. The court is a hardwood floor which can be viewed by a capacity crowd of 700 spectators.
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The Tarleton State University Softball Field has served as home to the TexAnns since the program was started in 1996. Construction on the field began in the spring of 1995 and the field was ready for play in January of 1996. Tarleton played its first varsity game on the field on February 19, 1996, winning the second game of a doubleheader against Schreiner College in extra innings. The field dimensions are 190’ down the lines and 220’ to straight away centerfield. The field itself is laid out in the same direction as the adjacent Cecil Ballow Field, Tarleton’s home for baseball games. Lights were added for the first time in the summer of 2011. A scoreboard is in left field and the field is surrounded by chain link fence with windscreen. Among the improvements since the field was initially constructed are the installation of permanent bleachers with a seating capacity of 250, the construction of a press box, and the painting of the Tarleton softball logo (by former Tarleton third baseman Jalayne Rinewalt) on the Tarleton (third-base side) dugout. The grounds also include a hitting tunnel, locker rooms and storage facilities.
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Cecil Ballow Baseball Complex has been home to Tarleton State baseball since the program was reinstated in 1988. Construction of the facility began in January of 1987, and it was officially named the Cecil Ballow Baseball Complex in December of the same year to honor the school’s former Dean of Students who also was a pioneer in baseball at Tarleton, coaching the team for 10 years. The field sits adjacent to the Tarleton Horticultural Building on the south side of West Washington Street (Business 377). The playing surface is natural grass and the outfield is framed in center and right by pecan trees. The left field fence runs parallel to Washington Street with a state-of-the-art scoreboard in left center field. The dimensions of the field are 320 feet down the lines, 365 feet in the alleys, and 400 feet to center. An extended net behind and above the left field fence keeps homerun balls from entering traffic on Washington Street. In 1996 the field was given a new look with the addition of a 120’ long and 10’ high extension to the centerfield fence. The field was lighted for nighttime play in March of 1990. The baseball facility features red brick enclosed dugouts, while permanent seating for 550 spectators wraps around the fence behind home plate. There are bleacher seats down the baselines and the reserved center section has chairback seating. A fully functional press box is located atop of the center seating section and provides ample working space for the scoreboard operator, of-
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Memorial Stadium on the campus of Tarleton State University was completed in 1977. An artificial surface was installed by ProGreen on the field in 2004, turning the surface into one of the best in the Lone Star Conference. Recent renovations to the west stands has increased seating capacity to 7,000 spectators for athletic events. The concrete bleachers rest against a dirt berm on the east (home) side of the field with a center section featuring 816 seats with back rests forming a purple “T”. The lower level features a concession stand with restrooms, while the press box resides on the upper level. The press box is heated and air-conditioned and is more than 100 feet long. It includes ample working space for press, scouts, sideline communications, film crews, statisticians, public address announcer, scoreboard operators, home and visitor radio stations, and a VIP room. Oscar Frazier Memorial Track, an eight-lane, all-weather track borders the artificial grass football field. The stadium is bordered east and west by hard-surfaced parking lots, north by the intramural complex, and south by the Physical Education Field Facility, completed in 1989. The stadium is easy to access from Business 377 (Washington Street) by turning at the Harbin Street intersection.
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arleton State University’s Athletic Weight Room at Wisdom Gym sets the standard for the Lone Star Conference strength and conditioning facilities. With the overall goal of producing successful elite level teams, the purpose of the program is to maximize athletic potential in each and every athlete through periodized year-round lifting. Texan and TexAnn athletes elevate their athletic potential and athletic success as measured through the ability to move more freely and controlled while reducing injury potential (and decreased healing time, if an injury does occur). Head Strength and Conditioning Coach Rod Cole leads the way in providing his athletes with an intense workout specifically aimed at maximizing potential and gaining competitive edge. The focus and intensity in the weight room is targeted to be the same as in a game; thus, athletes attack the weights with high intensity, replicating movements of the sport. The spacious two level, high ceiling facility holds over 15,000 pounds of free weights and is a major reason why Tarleton is able to aggressively hit the weights. As most sports are upright power sports involving multijoint movements, the Tarleton program is aligned to support these movements by being equipped with seven Olympic-style platforms, a full line of Hammer Strength equipment, 10 Power Lift Squat Racks and Power Lift Benches. The human body has a large dependency on the core (not just the abs) to move; therefore emphasis is placed on developing the core in the weight room. Athletes lift a large percentage of the time on their feet performing explosive free weight, multi-joint/muscle exercises to replicate movements and work the core. Olympic lifts using dumbbells and barbells are used to train speed, strength and power. The cardiovascular area is located on the second level, over looking the weight room, with an array of equipment from Life Fitness containing treadmills, elliptical machines, stair steppers and recumbent bike. A majority of athletes train on campus during the offseason as a result of the season success and gained competitive edge. During the offseason, a high emphasis is placed on helping athletes make great strides toward their athletic performance through integrated speed, conditioning and plyometric training in addition to their weight training. As most of Tarleton’s athletes remain on campus during the offseason, those athletes not on campus are provided with individualized, detailed workout plans to follow during the offseason with descriptive diagrams, detailed nutrition information and much more on the web. In gaining the competitive edge, the Tarleton Strength and Conditioning program is much more than a weight room. The program encompasses all of the components of movement involved in speed, agility and quickness. Athletes are monitored and given specific exercises with instructions for movements needed to improve. Cole educates athletes regarding the importance of nutritionto-athletic performance, healthy eating habits, achieving a proper bodyweight and much more.
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onn Reisman begins his 21st year as the athletics director at Tarleton State University where he has also begun his 25th season as head coach of the men’s basketball program. Under Reisman’s direction, Tarleton is flourishing not only on the basketball court, but in nearly every sport. The athletics director’s responsibilities extend far outside the lines on the playing surfaces. One must be more than just an administrator. He or she must also be a public relation’s specialist, a catalyst and a fundraiser. As Tarleton grows, the expecations and responsibilities grow. Reisman has spent the last 20 years focusing on building the Texan Club into one of the leading booster organizations in NCAA Division II. “In fact, our booster club is better than a lot of Division I schools,” Reisman said. “However, the success of the club depends on raising the money every year.” The Texan Club has previously been recognized as a successful organization in the National Association of College Directors of Athletics publication for its fundraising efforts and success. “People around the country recognize we have a successful athletics program and booster club,” Reisman said. “When you walk into Wisdom Gym, it is apparent there is lots of support for our teams when you see all of the banners on the wall.” Lonn Reisman Of course, the point of the sponsorships is for more than hanging signs on the wall. Athletics Director “We raise a lot of money,” Reisman said. “We raise enough to fulfill 10 full scholarships, and the rest of the money goes for student-athlete enhancement through study hall tutors and monitors as well as supporting the programs. We definitely would not be as successful if we didn’t have the support of the Texan Club corporate sponsors and individual members.” The Texan Club has been around since the early 1990s, and Reisman said each year the organization keeps getting bigger, but so does the cost of the success. “It took 15 years to get the sports programs to a national presence in Division II, but we want to be pushing for a national championship in every sport,” Reisman said. “Our programs are now being recognized not only on a regional level, but nationally as well.” “We are at a pivotal status in our program, and most of the sports are knocking on the door of a national championship,” Reisman said. “We have to work with the Texan Club to help provide these coaches with the support and backing they need to get there.” In a time of budget cutting and decreased spending, an athletics department should focus not on how to save money, but on how to make money. Bridging the gap between the community and the athletics department is a key to making a booster club and corporate sponsorship program effective. “The bridge we built several years ago is still solid and continues to get people involved,” Reisman said. “As you see the enthusiasm grow, the athletics director needs to learn to ask for help because he or she can’t do it all on his/her own.” The efforts of Reisman and his staff have led the Texan Club’s expansion from eight corporate members to over 190, along with over 200 individuals and 25 small businesses. They have also have reached out to former student-athletes through the T-Club. Reisman has also been involved in facility improvements while heading the Tarleton athletics programs. Memorial Stadium received an artificial surface in 2004 and a new concession stand and bathrooms have been added on the visitors’ side. The lobby of Wisdom Gym looks much different with the building of the Hall of Fame wall and trophy cases as well as cosmetic changes throughout the building. Both the Tarleton tennis courts and softball complex have been upgraded with state-of-the-art lighting systems. Another area that has improved under Reisman is athletic scholarships. Of course, the Texans joined the Lone Star Conference and the NCAA Division II ranks in 1994, and now all but two sports (men’s and women’s track and field) are fully funded in scholarship aid. In 2006, Reisman led the way for Tarleton students to vote for an athletics fee that helped fund the scholarships and improve the overall well-being of the athletics department and its programs. The athletics director led another charge for updated fees to increase over the next two years to help the Texans and TexAnns keep up with the rest of the LSC and nation. Reisman has also helped to push the academic success of the athletics program. The Texans and TexAnns boast a higher graduation rate than the overall university graduation rate. As basketball coach, Reisman has positioned the Texans as a national power. He led Tarleton to a 510-216 record over the past 24 seasons, with last year’s team going going 27-6 and reaching the NCAA Division II South Central Regional after clinching a share of the Lone Star Conference regular season title. In 2005-06, his team finished 27-7 after winning its second straight NCAA Division II South Central Regional title and reaching the Elite Eight in Springfield, Mass. Tarleton also won the Lone Star Conference South Division title and advanced to the LSC Tournament Championship game. To Reisman, it is not just about winning on the court that matters, he wants every Tarleton athletics program to excel both on and off the field. Graduating students is more important than winning any contest. “I want each and every program to not just say they are competing for a national championship, I want them to actually do so. I believe with the success we have had in the recent years, this should become a reality,” Reisman said.
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Associate Athletics Director for Academics and Business Affairs In her 30th year as a member of the Tarleton athletics staff is Susan Burton, the Associate Athletics Director for Academics/Business Affairs Burton also serves as Tarleton’s senior woman administrator. Burton is responsible for the development, implementation and monitoring of all business policies and affairs, as well as marketing and fundraising for all athletics events. Burton also serves as the game administrator for volleyball, the tickets manager and as the promotions director for athletics. Burton earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Tarleton in 1975.
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of Tarleton’s athletics staff and his third year as the Assistant Athletics Director for Operations after spending the three previous years as the Assistant to the Director for Internal and External Relations. Jones helps with the day-to-day operations of the Tarleton athletics department and facilities. He is in charge of the Tarleton T-Club, an organization for former letterwinners at Tarleton. Jones also serves as the game administrator for the Tarleton football and basketball games, as well as serving as Tarleton’s host for all high school football and basketball games on campus. Jones also assists in corporate sponsorships and fund raising for the athletics department. He and his wife Pam, reside in Stephenville and have three children, Kelcee, Easton and Dylan.
Terri Hardcastle Assistant
to the director for Administration Terri Hardcastle is in her eighth year on the Tarleton athletics staff. Joining the staff in August 2004, she serves as assistant to the director for administration. Born in Stephenville, Hardcastle was reared in Crane and graduated from Crane High School before returning to Stephenville. In 1990, Hardcastle received her bachelor’s degree in both physical education and English. Upon graduation, she taught reading and physical education for nine years at Gilbert Intermediate School. Hardcastle and her husband, Greg, have resided in Stephenville since 1992. They have two daughters, Faith Ann and Mattie Jo. 152
Dr. Steve Simpson Assistant Athletics director for Sports Medicine
In his sixth season back as the assistant athletics director for sports medicine is Dr. Steve Simpson. Simpson, the director of Tarleton’s athletic training education program, served numerous years as head athletic trainer until the 1998-99 academic year, when he assumed his current administrative role. Simpson, whose wife Ramona also is employed at Tarleton, earned a bachelor’s degree from Hardin-Simmons University before attaining a master’s and doctorate degree from Texas A&M University-Commerce. A member of the National Athletic Trainers Association and Southwest Athletic Trainers Association, Simpson is certified nationally and licensed in Texas as an athletic trainer. Simpson and his wife have two grown sons and resides in Stephenville.
Cheri Spellmier
Compliance officer
In her third year as the Director of Compliance, Cheri Spellmier returns to her alma mater. Evans will be in charge of the day-to-day duties of the NCAA Compliance office at Tarleton. The newest member of the athletics administration staff graduated from Tarleton in 2009. Evans resides in Stephenville with her son, C.J., and her daughter, Charidee.
Rod Cole
director for Athletic Performance
In his fourth year at Tarleton and 22nd year as a collegiate strength and conditioning coach, Rod Cole is in his first year as the Assistant Athletics Director for Athletic Performance. Cole came to Tarleton in 2009 after spending 15 years in the Big XII Conference. Cole received his Master Strength Coach certification in 2004 and was named the National Strength Coach of the Year by the Pro Football Strength Coaches Society in 1998. Cole and his wife, Stacey, have seven children, Aubrey, Kade, Kressyn, Shadd, Zane, Delaney and Charlsey.
Casey Hogan
Assistant Athletic director for Development/Major gifts
Hogan is in his first year with the Tarleton Athletic Department after spending four years in Washington D.C. serving in politics. The Tarleton graduate will work in fundraising and other activities to help raise financial contributions and other support for athletics. Hogan resides in Stephenville. He is also the “Voice of the Texans.”
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Tarleton Sports Medicine The football training room is located inside the Tarleton Field House on the south side of Memorial Stadium. The training room is a fully functional facility equipped to handle treatment and prevention care for Tarleton student-athletics.
Jacob Fain
Head athletic Trainer for memorial stadium
The 2008 Tarleton graduate will serve as the Head Athletic Trainer for Memorial Stadium, including football, track and field, tennis and golf. The Brock High School graduate from 2002 has worked with men’s basketball as an athletic training student for the last two seasons while also helping with the football squad at the beginning of each season. Fain, a licensed athletic trainer, joined the staff on a fulltime basis in August. Fain and his wife, Jody, a December 2007 Tarleton graduate, reside in Stephenville with their son Kenson. The couple is expecting another son in August.
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Dr. Bill Evans
Dr. Kevin Vanden Berge Team Physician
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In his second season in working in conjunction with the Tarleton Athletic Training department, Dr. Kevin Vanden Berge serves an important role with the athletics program at Tarleton. Dr. Vanden Berge is an orthaepedic surgeon and assists with all such injuries which occur to Tarleton athletes in every athletics program sponsored by the university.
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In his 12th season in working in conjunction with the Tarleton Athletic Training department, Dr. Bill Evans is an important part of the athletic staff. Dr. Evans helps with the orthaepedic injuries as a surgeon. He is heavily involved with all 12 of Tarleton’s athletics programs.
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Dr. Kam Ip
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Dr. Kam Ip joined the staff at Tarleton State University in 1978. Ip is the medical director of the Tarleton Health Center and has his own practice in Stephenville. Ip serves as the team’s general practitioner and is involved with all of Tarleton State athletics programs.
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Coach Sport Years at Tarleton 11-12 Rec Career Bryan Conger Baseball 5th 30-21 119-90-1 Fifth-year head coach returns to his alma mater and is in the process of returning the program back to its winning tradition... Came to Tarleton from Utah where he served as the pitching coach for five seasons... Took the Texans to the Lone Star Conference Championship Tournament in his first four seasons and the NCAA tournament in 2011.
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
Bryan Conger Baseball
Mary Schindler Volleyball 8th 20-14 118-103 Led the TexAnns to five straight Lone Star Conference postseason tournaments from 200710... Earned LSC Coach of the Year in 2008 after leading TexAnns to a 22-10 record and second-place finish... Was a four-year letterwinner for the TexAnns. Jerry Doyle Women’s Golf 12th Has led the TexAnn golf team to five straight NCAA Division II West Regional championships… The TexAnns finished last season fourth in the nation for Division II for the second straight year... Tarleton has won the last four Lone Star Conference Championships.
Lonn Reisman Men’s Basketball
Lance Drake Women’s Tennis 11th 8-10 The TexAnn tennis team has been invited to nine consecutive NCAA Division II Regional Tournaments under the helm of Coach Drake… Last year’s team finished the season ranked in both the nation and in the South Central Region.
Mary Schindler Volleyball
Ronnie Hearne W. Basketball 10th 23-9 171-88 Has led the TexAnns to nine consecutive winning seasons and nine consecutive trips to the Lone Star Conference Tournament… Earned his 500th collegiate victory with a 63-62 overtime win against Angelo State in 2008.... Earned his 100th Division II win against Angelo State in 2009... Guided the TexAnns to a 23-9 record in 2011-12... His team advanced to its fourth NCAA Division II South Central Regional last season, and it claimed the program’s first-ever LSC regular season and tournament titles.
Pat Ponder Track and Field Cross Country
Julie Mata Softball 17th 31-20 461-328-3 Team has qualified for the Lone Star Conference championship tournament in 11 of the last 16 years… Led the TexAnns to their best finish in school history in 2003... Reached 450win plateau during the 2012 season.
Three Academic All-Americans
Pat Ponder XC/Track & Field 6th Led the Texan track and field team to a eighth-place finish and the TexAnn team to a fourth-place finish last season... Had five Tarleton track and field athletes qualify for the NCAA Division II National Championships and coached All-Conference, All-Region and All-Academic student athletes in 2011-12... Coached men’s XC team to sixth place and women’s to sixth place at the LSC Championships.
Jerry Doyle Women’s Golf
Cary Fowler Football 3rd 6-5 9-13 After spending two seasons as the defensive coordinator for the Texans, Fowler took over the program in 2010 and finished with a 3-8 record... Led 2011 team to 6-5 record and won last five games of regular season... Helped the Texans reach the 2009 NCAA Division II Playoffs and advanced two rounds.
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Lonn Reisman M. Basketball 25th 27-6 510-216 Has led the Texans to nine South Central Regional Tournament in 11 years… Has recorded 21 winning seasons including 14 seasons with 20 or more wins… Claimed his 500th Tarleton victory in January 2012 with a win over Texas A&M-Commerce... Has a 510-216 record in the 24 seasons, including and impressive 327-60 record in Wisdom Gym.
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Julie Mata Softball
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Justin Carrigan Assistant Coach Football
Henry Cofer Assistant Coach Football
Mark Cumpian Assistant Coach Softball
Cathy Doyle Secretary Athletics
Justin Hobbs Assistant Coach Track and Field
Mark Jeffrey Assistant Coach Baseball
Josh Martin Assistant Coach Football
Chris Mineo Assistant Coach Football
Carolyn Raynes Assistant Coach Volleyball
Chris Reisman Associate Head Coach Men’s Basketball
Cheryl Spellmeier Secretary Football
Misty Wilson Assistant Coach Women’s Basketball
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Nic Cantrell Assistant Coach Men’s Basketball
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Dan Benjamin Head Coach Cheerleading
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Jonathan Beasley Assistant Coach Football
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The Tarleton Athletics offices are located inside Wisdom Gym on the northeast corner of the building. 2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2009 LSC Division Champions • 2001, 2009 LSC Co-Champion
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Tarleton State University is committed to absolute compliance with all NCAA and Lone Star Conference rules and regulations. Institutional control of athletics is a fundamental principle of NCAA legislation. It requires each institution to conduct its intercollegiate athletics programs in accordance with the rules and regulations of the NCAA. This responsibility includes ensuring that coaches, staff, and other groups representing the institution’s athletics interests comply with all applicable rules. As a result, it is important for prospects, fans, and alumni to have some understanding of the principles governing college athletics. Below are a few definitions and rules that apply to all athletic boosters.
NCAA DEFINITIONS
REPRESENTATIVE OF ATHLETICS INTERESTS (BOOSTER) A “representative of athletics interests” (booster) is any individual or group that has ever: • Been a member of an organization promoting Tarleton athletics. • Contributed to the Athletics Department or its booster organizations. • Assisted in evaluating or recruiting prospective student-athletes. • Provided benefits (e.g. employment) to prospective studentathletes, enrolled student-athletes or their family members. • Otherwise promoted the Tarleton athletics program. Keep in mind that it is very easy to meet one or more of these criteria; once you become an athletics representative, you retain this status FOREVER! PROSPECTIVE STUDENT-ATHLETE A “prospect” is a high school student that has started classes for the ninth grade and also any junior college student. A student that has not started classes for the ninth grade becomes a prospect if the student receives any benefits that the institution does not provide to all prospective students in general. An individual remains a prospect until he or she starts classes at Tarleton or reports for practice, whichever occurs first. STUDENT-ATHLETE A “student-athlete” is a student whose enrollment was solicited by an athletics staff member with the expectation that the student will participate in intercollegiate athletics. A student not solicited by an athletics staff member becomes a student-athlete when he or she joins an intercollegiate team or reports for practice. RECRUITING “Recruiting” is any solicitation of a prospect or the prospect’s family by an authorized institutional staff member for the purpose of securing the prospect’s enrollment at Tarleton and participation in athletics. Athletics representatives may not be involved in the recruitment of prospects except as outlined in the following section. CONTACT A “contact” is any face-to-face encounter between a prospect or the prospect’s parent or legal guardian and an institutional staff member or athletics representative during which any dialogue occurs in excess of a greeting. GUIDELINES FOR EXTRA BENEFITS An “extra benefit” is any special arrangement by an institutional employee or athletics representative to provide a prospect, a studentathlete or his or her family with a benefit not expressly authorized by the NCAA. Boosters may not provide any special arrangement considered to be an extra benefit. Examples of extra benefits include, but are not limited to: • Gifts of money, awards or other tangible items. • Use of vehicles or payment of transportation costs incurred by prospect, prospect’s relatives or friends.
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• Free or reduced housing arrangements. • Promise of employment after graduation or employment of prospect’s relatives or friends. • Special discounts or payment arrangements.
GUIDELINES AND REMINDERS FOR BOOSTERS
• A booster may not contact a prospect, prospect’s family, friends, coach or school administrator in an attempt to evaluate or recruit the prospect. • A booster may not expend funds to entertain or provide transportation for a prospect or the prospect’s family or friends. • A booster may not make phone calls to a prospect or the prospect’s family or friends for recruiting purposes. • A booster may not contribute funds to a prospect’s high school or club team as a form of recruiting inducement or if solicited to do so by a collegiate coach. • A booster may attend a prospect’s athletic events without contacting the prospect or his/her family. • A booster may send recommendation letters and newspaper clippings about a prospect in their area to Tarleton’s coaches. • A booster may continue a pre-existing relationship with a prospect and his/her family as long as the relationship pre-dated the prospect’s recruitment or notoriety as an athlete and the nature of the relationship is not enhanced after their notoriety as an athlete. • Such a relationship may not be for recruiting purposes. • A booster may host a current student-athlete or an entire team in their home for a meal, but only on an occasional basis. • A booster may provide a job for a student-athlete; however, the job responsibilities must be legitimate, and the pay must be commensurate for the task. KNOW THE RULES • NCAA Division II requires 14 core courses. Please note, Division II will require 16 core courses beginning August 1, 2013. • Division II has a minimum SAT score requirement of 820 or an ACT sum score of 68. • The SAT score used for NCAA purposes includes only the critical reading and math sections. The writing section of the SAT is not used. • The ACT score used for NCAA purposes is a sum of the four sections on the ACT: English, mathematics, reading and science. • All SAT and ACT scores must be reported directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center by the testing agency. Test scores that appear on transcripts will not be used. When registering for the SAT or ACT, use the Eligibility Center code of 9999 to make sure the score is reported to the Eligibility Center. • The Division II grade-point-average requirement is a minimum of 2.0. • Division II has no sliding scale. UNOFFICIAL VISITS There are no limits on the number of unofficial (unpaid) visits to Tarleton a prospect may make and no age restriction on who may make unofficial visits. At each unofficial visit, a prospect may receive three (3) complimentary admissions to a home athletic event. No other expenses may be paid by Tarleton. At certain times of the year, unofficial visits are prohibited so please coordinate your visit with the coaching staff. OFFICIAL VISITS A prospect has no limit on official (paid) visits, but only one official visit to Tarleton. A prospect may not make an official visit until the first day of classes of their senior year. All official visits will be coordinated by the coaching staffs. For further information regarding NCAA rules, please contact the Tarleton Athletics Compliance Office at 254-968-0560 or by email at evans@tarleton.edu.
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The Tarleton Athletics Radio Network will see some new faces in 2012-13 with the talent, equipment and broad vision dedicated to continue the excellent coverage of the Tarleton Athletics program. This year, Tarleton Athletics is announcing the addition of Casey Hogan as the new “Voice of the Texans.” Casey will provide play-by-play action of Tarleton Football and Men’s Basketball, as well as select women’s basketball, softball, and baseball Casey Hogan games. This will be his third year to serve as the Voice of the Texans, as he held this position from 2007-2008 after starting as a sideline reporter/color commentator for the Tarleton Athletic Radio Network in 2006. “When I was a student I did sideline reporting, then they moved up to color, then after a season, became the voice of the Texans,” said Hogan. “It is sort of like being an actor or a musician, once you get on the radio, you get that bug and it’s hard to get it out of your system. I love the thrill of being on the radio and being able to do it for my alma mater is what I have always wanted to do. Even when I was in Washington, it was something I missed. To get this opportunity to come back to be the voice of the Texans is a dream job for me.” Casey moved to Washington D.C. in 2009 to pursue a career in public service. He served as Executive Assistant and Legislative Assistant for Congressman John R. Carter. Casey was then asked to serve as Congressman Francisco “Quico” Canseco’s Legislative Director, a position he held prior to his appointment at Tarleton. Casey is originally from Arlington, Texas. He graduated from Tarleton in 2007 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science. As a student at Tarleton, Casey was among the top leaders on campus. He served two terms as Student Body President and was also named Mr. Tarleton State University in 2006. In high school and college, Casey was a very active member of the National FFA Organization. In 2001, he was elected as the Texas FFA Vice President, representing 62,000 FFA members from across the state of Texas. After completing his year as a State Officer, Casey decided that he wanted to run for National FFA Office. After losing the nomination in 2002, he was elected as the 2003-2004 National FFA Western Region Vice President at the 76th National FFA Convention. In his role as a National FFA Officer, Casey took a year away from college and traveled over 120,000 miles on behalf of 500,000 members. Casey currently resides in Stephenville. In his spare time he enjoys watching sports, listening to Texas Music and traveling to the Caribbean. Hogan talked about what fans can expect from the Tarleton broadcasts. “Fans can expect a very prepared, very professional broadcast,” said Hogan. “I won’t be the most experienced broadcaster in the conference, but I will be the most prepared. We aren’t going to just focus on the sports we are able to broadcast live, but also talk about the sports that don’t get that opportunity here. We really want to bring the whole scope of Tarleton Athletics to the fans. We want to have that mix of being able to have fun, but also be professional.”
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Contact the Tarleton Athletics Communications Office: Ross Bagienski bagienski@tarleton.edu 254-968-1803 Nathan Bural bural@tarleton.edu 254-968-1802 Fax 254-968-1806
Tarleton football fans can follow the Texans this fall by listening to the Tarleton Athletics Radio Network. KSTV FM (93.1 FM) in Stephenville will serve as the flagship station, and the station also will be streaming live online broadcasts. The internet broadcasts will be available on the Tarleton Sports Online web site, which can be accessed at: www.tarletonsports.com. With the online broadcasts, the network covers not only Texas, but also worldwide where internet access is available.
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The Tarleton sports information department received several awards last year in the College Division, inlcuding Best Cover - Men’s Basketball Media Guide; Best Overall Media Guide Men’s Basketball; Second Place - Women’s Vollebyall Media Guide, and Third Place - Softball Media Guide. The publications are judged by media throughout the nation and the awards program is put on by COSIDA. The College Division includes schools from NCAA Division II, III, NAIA and Junior College.
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The Tarleton State University athletics communications office serves the purpose of keeping local and national media outlets, as well as other publics, informed about Tarleton athletics. The Tarleton athletics media relations office is in its second year under the direction of Ross Bagienski. The Tarleton State University athletics media relations office serves the purpose of keeping local and national media outlets, as well as other publics, informed about Tarleton athletics. The Tarleton athletics media relations office is entering its first year under the direction of the new director Ross Bagienski. Ross Bagienski Bagienski enters his third season with the athletics communications office. A 2008 graduate of Purdue, Bagienski is a native of Madison, Indiana. He received his bachelor’s degree in public relations and advertising. He has previously worked in minor league baseball at the Lousiville Bats (2009) and the San Antonio Missions (2010). Prior to moving to Tarleton, he completed his role as the assistant to the president of the Texas League (2010). Bagienski also has sports information experience at Hanover College and the University of Toledo. Bagienski resides in Granbury with his wife Kate. Nathan Bural was named the Assistant Director of Athletic Communications at Tarleton State University in 2011. A 2010 graduate of Tarleton, Bural is a native of Alvarado, Texas. He received his bachelor’s degree in communications from Tarleton State in December of last year. Nathan Bural He has previously worked for the Stephenville Empire-Tribune and the Glen Rose Reporter, where he was a parttime staff writer and Sports Editor, respectively. He received an award for first place in sports coverage by the Texas Press Association among medium-sized weekly newspapers in his final year at the Reporter. Bural resides in Stephenville.
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Opponents’ Sports Information Directors Abilene Christian
North Alabama
Contact: Lance Fleming E-Mail: flemingl@acu.edu Office: 325-674-2693 Cell: 325-665-3543 www.acusports.com
Contact: Jeff Hodges E-Mail: sportsinformation@una.edu Office: 256-765-4595 Cell: N/A www.roarlions.com
Delta State
Eastern New Mexico
Contact: J.T. Webb E-Mail: jwebb@deltastate.edu Office: 662-846-4285 Cell: N/A www.gostatesmen.com
Contact: Adam Pitterman E-Mail: adam.pitterman@enmu.edu Office: 505-562-4309 Cell: 918-534-6266 www.goeasternathletics.com
West Texas A&M
Midwestern State
Contact: Kit Strief E-Mail: kstrief@wtamu.edu Office: 806-651-4442 Cell: N/A www.gobuffsgo.com
Contact: Trey Reed E-Mail: trey.reed@mwsu.edu Office: 940-97-4818 Cell: 940-232-4978 www.msumustangs.com
Texas A&M-Commerce
Texas A&M-Kingsville
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Saturday, Sept. 10 • 6 p.m.
Four-Time LSC Division Championships
Saturday, Sept. 17 • 6 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 22 • 7 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 8 • 7 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 29 • 6 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 13 • 6 p.m. Three Academic All-Americans
Contact: Rand Champion E-Mail: Rand_Champion@tamu-commerce.edu Office: 903-886-5131 Cell: 903-366-6041 www.lionathletics.com
Saturday, Oct. 20 • 6 p.m.
TBA
Incarnate Word
Angelo State
Contact: Shane Meling E-Mail: meling@uiwtx.edu Office: 210-829-3828 Cell: 210-452-8049 www.cardinalathletics.com
Contact: Brandon Ireton E-Mail: brandon.ireton@angelo.edu Office: 325-942-2378 Cell: 325-998-0753 www.angelosports.com
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Contact: TBA E-Mail: TBA Office: 361-593-2870 Cell: 903-399-0455 www.javelinaathletics.com
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Media Information Members of the media are always invited to attend Tarleton football games. Pre-game meals will be served at least 30 minutes prior to kickoff and refreshments will be available throughout the contest as supplies last. Individual and team statistics are provided both at halftime and after the game, plus a scoring summary, running play-by-play and all other statistical breakdowns are distributed at the conclusion of each contest. In addition, live stats are available on wireless monitors. The following information is intended to assist you in covering the Tarleton Texan football program:
Press Credentials
Press Box Services
There are two phone lines available in the media booth of the press box, and fax and e-mail services can be arranged. For those media members not in attendance, the number to call for game updates is (254) 968-9173.
Address
1625 W. South Loop 2925 W. Washington 701 South Loop 910 Harbin Drive 2865 W. Washington 105 Christy Plaza
Phone
254-968-2114 254-968-7162 254-968-3392 254-918-5400 254-968-5256 254-918-2444
Tarleton Mission Statement Tarleton State University exists to provide an academically challenging educational experience through effective teaching, scholarship, research and service, enabling students to pursue truth and acquire understanding, knowledge and skills necessary for establishing successful careers and becoming responsible citizens and leaders.
Tarleton Athletics Mission Statement The mission of Tarleton State University’s athletics program is to provide quality instruction, guidance, leadership opportunities and appropriate NCAA competition for all student-athletes, without regard to race, age, gender, creed, color or national orgin, enabling them to succeed in academic and competitive athletic environments. The program shall project a strong, positive image of the entire University to the public by creating a spirit of unity and pride for students, faculty, staff, administration alumni and the community, and enhance the University’s larger mission to create a culture of excellence for our students.
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All photographers covering a game must display appropriate credentials at all times and are expected to comply with any instructions given by game officials or Tarleton sports information employees. NCAA rules prohibit photographers from being in the team areas between the 25-yard lines, and the use of tripods is restricted to the ends of the field.
Best Western Cross Timbers Comfort Inn Days Inn Hampton Inn and Suites Holiday Inn LaQuinta Inn and Suites
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If you plan to attend a Tarleton football game, please notify the sports information office at least one week in advance so that credentials and seating arrangements can be prepared. Requests for credentials will be honored only for personnel from accredited media outlets whose role is to cover the game as a news event. Credentials can be picked up at the media will call window, which is located at the east-side ticket gate directly behind the press box.
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Broadcast Services
One courtesy line is provided for use by the visiting team’s radio station. The courtesy line is located in the visiting radio booth in the press box, which has ample room for a two-person crew. There is no fee for using the line, but all line charges are the responsibility of the visiting station. The visiting radio courtesy number is (254) 918-7600.
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Interviews
Members of the media wishing to interview players or coaches must work through the Tarleton SID to set up a convenient time for both parties. Post-game interviews are available outside the Tarleton locker room following a 10-minute “cooling off” period. If assistance is needed, contact a member of the Tarleton sports information staff.
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Media Information Texan Football Coach’s Show
Texas Bank will serve as the host site for the weekly “Tarleton Texan Football Coach’s Show,” which will be held every Thursday throughout the 2012 season. The 30-minute show is broadcast live on KSTV (93.1 FM) and starts at 11 a.m. The coach’s show will be hosted by the Tarleton Athletics Radio Network talent. They, along with Coach Cary Fowler, will discuss previous performances, upcoming opponents and other exciting issues related to Tarleton football. Fans are asked to participate in the Ask the Coach portion by sending an email with a question to tarn@tarleton.edu. Snacks and refreshments are provided to the live audience, plus each week features a drawing for great prizes, such as Tarleton Athletics gear and more. Texas Bank is located just off the Northwest Loop in Stephenville at 998 Wolfe Nursery Road.
Ticket Information
Tickets for all Tarleton home football games can be purchased in advance at the Tarleton ticket office inside the lobby of Wisdom Gym. The phone number is 254-968-1832. Season tickets: $60 Reserved Seat, $125 Family Pass for four. Single game tickets: $12 Reserved, $7 General Admission, $5 Students. Tickets can also be online via the Tarleton web site at TarletonSports.com or TarletonTickets.com.
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tarleton Media Print Media Stephenville Empire-Tribune Brad Keith, Sports Editor 590 E South Loop, Stephenville, TX 76401 brad.keith@empire-tribune.com phone - 254-968-2379 Fort Worth Star-Telegram John Henry, Beat Writer 4705 Selkirk Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76109 jfhenry1970@gmail.com phone - 817-371-5539
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Directions to Memorial Stadium
Memorial Stadium is located on Harbin Drive between West Sloan Street and Frey Street. • From North (Southbound 281): Turn right on Washington Street (Business 377) and travel approximately two miles. Turn right on North Harbin Drive, go two blocks and stadium will be on your right. • From South (Northbound 281/67): Turn left on Loop 377, go approximately two miles, turn right on South Harbin Drive and travel approximately half a mile and stadium will be on your right. • From West (Eastbound 8): Turn right on Northwest Loop (Hwy. 988) and take an immediate left onto North Harbin Drive. The stadium will be on your left approximately 5,000 feet. • From Northeast (Southbound 377): Continue on Loop 377 and travel approximately two miles, turn right on South Harbin Drive and travel approximately half a mile and stadium will be on your right. • From Southwest (Northbound 67/377): Continue straight on Washington Street at the fork of business 377. Turn left on North Harbin Drive, go two blocks and stadium will be on your right.
tarleton TRAVEL PLANS Abilene Christian Sept. 10 • Cowboys Stadium - Arlington The team and travel party will depart from the Fieldhouse on two 54-passenger charter buses at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 14. The team will return after the game, arriving back in Stephenville around 9 p.m. West Texas A&M Sept. 29 • Canyon The team and travel party will depart from the Fieldhouse on two 54-passenger charter buses at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 28. The team will return after the game, arriving back in Stephenville around 7 a.m. Texas A&M-Commerce Oct. 13 • Commerce The team and travel party will depart from the Fieldhouse on two 54-passenger charter buses at 12:00 a.m. on gameday. The team will return after the game, arriving back in Stephenville around 1 a.m.
Tarleton Athletics Radio Network Dr. Ron Newsome, Voice of the Texans or Lucas Vance, Voice of the TexAnns Box T-0720,Stephenville, TX 76402 tarn@tarleton.edu phone - 254-968-9077
Incarnate Word Oct. 27 • San Antonio The team and travel party will depart from the Fieldhouse on two 54-passenger charter buses at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 26. The team will return after the game, arriving back in Stephenville around 2 a.m.
KSTV 93.1 FM David Davis, Sports Director 3209 W Washington Street, Stephenville, TX 76401 ddkstv@gmail.com phone - 254-968-2141
NOrth Alabama Oct. 22 • Florence, Ala. The team and travel party will depart from the Fieldhouse on two 54-passenger charter buses at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 1. The team will return after the game, arriving back in Stephenville around 2 p.m.
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