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Visit www.newhaven.edu or call 1-800-DIAL-UNH (342-5864) QUICK FACTS Founded: 1920 Campus: Located in West Haven, Connecticut, 82 acres on a hilltop overlooking Long Island Sound and the culturally rich city of New Haven. A southeastern branch is located in New London, Connecticut. Enrollment: 4,300 undergraduate fulltime, 6,300 total enrollment Student Ratio: 50% Male, 50% Female FACULTY Over 90% hold Ph.D.s or the highest degree in their fields. Many have backgrounds as working professionals and are consultants to Connecticut businesses, bringing hands-on experience to the classroom. UNH has a student-to-faculty ratio of 16:1. ACADEMIC PROGRAMS UNH offers 75 undergraduate and graduate degree offerings in the arts and sciences, business, criminal justice, engineering and forensic sciences. SPECIAL ACADEMIC PROGRAMS Honors Program for highly-motivated students with high levels of academic achievement. Freshman-year program for all new freshmen to help them make the transition into university life. Center for Learning Resources offers free tutoring for students seeking extra help with their studies. INTERNSHIPS Our location in New Haven and proximity to New York City and Hartford allow us to offer internships with a wide variety of businesses, government, and non-profit agencies, including ESPN, MTV, Disney, FBI Crime Labs, U.S. Attorney’s Offices, Unilever, and United Technologies Corporation, among others.
RESIDENTIAL LIFE Making you feel at home is a priority at UNH. Our on-campus housing is available in eight residence halls. Residential Life staff members live in each hall and help promote an atmosphere conducive to study and social interaction among students. Residence Hall Councils, composed of students elected by their peers, plan social and recreational activities and serve as representatives for students living in each hall. Room accommodations range from traditional residence halls (equipped with a fitness room and campus convenience store) to multi-bedroom, apartment-style residences. The David A. Beckerman Recreation Center was made possible by a generous donation from alumnus David A. Beckerman. The Center includes basketball courts; a multi-sport court for rollerblading, roller hockey, volleyball and indoor soccer; a fitness center with aerobic equipment, weights and televisions; a multi-purpose room for yoga, step aerobics, Pilates and other activities; an elevated running track; and a lounge area for relaxation.
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Director:............................................................................. Andrew Beardsley Office Phone:.....................................................................(203) 932-7025 Fax:.................................................................................... (203) 932-7470 e-mail:..............................................................abeardsley@newhaven.edu Assistant Director.....................................................................Drew Kingsley Graduate Assistant................................................................Chelsea Harold Graduate Assistant........................................................Samantha Masayda
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Director of Athletics:................................................................. Deborah Chin Athletic Dept. Phone:........................................................(203) 932-7016 Athletic Dept. Fax:............................................................. (203) 932-7470 Dir. of Sports Medicine:..................................................................Lou Scala Office Phone:.....................................................................(203) 479-4890 Affiliation:...............................................................................NCAA Division II Web site:.............................................................................. www.ncaa.com Conference................................................................................Northeast-10 Web site:................................................................... www.northeast10.org Stadium:.......................................................Ralph F. DellaCamera Stadium Stadium Capacity:.................................................................................3,500 Surface:............................................................................................ Sprinturf Website:......................................................... www.NewHavenChargers.com
University Information................................................................ 2 Quick Facts................................................................................... 3 A Winning Tradition - About Charger Football........................ 4-5 Ralph F. DellaCamera Stadium................................................... 6 Chargers in the Media................................................................. 7 2012 Coaches......................................................................... 8-18 Head Coach Rossomando........................................................ 9-10 Assistant Coaches................................................................... 11-17 Strength & Conditioning Coach................................................... 18 2012 Players......................................................................... 19-74 Numerical Roster.....................................................................20-21 Alphabetical Roster...................................................................... 22 Player Biographies...................................................................23-73 2012 Outlook......................................................................... 74-82 Season Preview....................................................................... 75-76 2012 Opponents..................................................................... 77-81 Northeast-10 Conference............................................................ 82 2011 Season Review.......................................................... 83-103 2011 Season Statistics...........................................................84-89 2011 Conference Results............................................................ 90 2011 Game Recaps..............................................................91-103 History and Records.........................................................104-125 Year-by-Year Statistical Leaders........................................ 105-106 Year-by-Year Coaching Records................................................. 107 Year-by-Year Results............................................................107-108 Records vs. All Opponents......................................................... 109 Individual Records...................................................................... 110 Team Records............................................................................. 111 Single Season Records.............................................................. 112 Career Records........................................................................... 113 All-Time Award Winners...................................................... 114-116 Charger Football Playoff History........................................ 117-120 All-Time Letterwinners........................................................ 121-123 UNH Hall of Fame Members.............................................. 124-125 University Administration....................................................... 126 NCAA Division II....................................................................... 127 Charger Athletics Club............................................................ 128 Charger Athletics..................................................................... 129 Schedule................................................................................... 130
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Head Coach:.................................................................... Peter Rossomando Record at UNH:........................................................ 24-9 (Fourth Season) Collegiate Record:.................................................... 24-9 (Fourth Season) Office Phone:.....................................................................(203) 932-7023 e-mail:.........................................................prossomando@newhaven.edu 2011 Record:........................................................................ 11-2, 8-0 NE-10 All-Time Record:..................................................................195-139-5 (.583) First Year of Football:........................................................... 1973 (34 years) Defensive Coordinator:....................................................... Scott James (LB) Special Teams Coordinator:...............................................Daryl Daleen (DL) Offensive Coordinator:.................................................. Chris Anderson (QB) Assistant Coaches: .........................Ryan Audet (WR), Brian Blackston (CB) .........Alberto Cordero (LB), Stan Holmes (High School), John Leible (OL) ................Wayne Luciani (OL), Anthony Mortali (S), Michael Mortali (RB) ........................ Ernie Ricco (DB), Adam Schultz (WR), Hugh Villacias (TE)
On October 7, 2011 the Charger football team defeated Southern Connecticut State University 59-38 in the battle for the Elm City Trophy. The win was the second in as many years for New Haven and the third since 2000. The trophy is presented by the New Haven Gridiron Club.
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President:......................................................................Dr. Steven H. Kaplan Location:....................................................................West Haven, CT 06516 Founded:................................................................................................. 1920 Enrollment:................................................................ 6,300 total enrollment Colors:.......................................................................................... Blue & Gold Nickname:........................................................................................ Chargers Website:.......................................................................... www.newhaven.edu
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The 2012 UNH football media guide is a production of the Office of Athletic Communications. Written and designed by Andrew Beardsley, with assistance from Drew Kingsley, Chelsea Harold, Samantha Masayda and thanks to all previous sports information staff members.
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The 2009 season marked the Charger football program’s 32nd season and was the first year since the conclusion of the 2003 campaign that UNH fielded a team. The return of the football was of great interest and excitement to University of New Haven students, alumni, fans and friends of athletics. Three years later, the Chargers are two-time defending conference champions and ranked among the nation’s top 25.
after leading the NCAA in scoring and ranking second in rushing in 1993. UNH has had a player finish in the top four in the Harlon Hill voting on five occasions.
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UNH has a proud tradition of coaches that have gone on to find great success in the professional and college ranks as well. Tony Sparano, who led UNH to the 1997 national championship game and is second all-time in victories at UNH, is currently the Charger football has a storied tradition of gridiron success, offensive coordinator for the NFL’s New York Jets. Chris Palmer including five NCAA Division II playoff appearances. The program (coach, 1986-87) has been an NFL head coach, NFL quarterback posts an all-time record of 195-139-5 in 34 seasons, including coach and is currently the offensive coordinator for the NFL’s a 166-97-1 mark after moving to the Division II level in Tennessee Titans. The program’s all-time 1982. wins leader, Mark Whipple (coach, 198893), piloted UMass to a Division I-AA When the Charger football team advanced national championship in 1998 and won a to the NCAA Championship game in 1997, Super Bowl as quarterbacks coach for the with current head coach Peter Rossomando Pittsburgh Steelers. Whipple is currently the serving as defensive line coach, UNH was quarterbacks coach for the NFL’s Cleveland at that time the smallest school in NCAA Browns. history to play for a national title. UNH also advanced to the NCAA semifinals in 1992 In three short seasons back on the gridiron, and the quarterfinals in 1993, 1995 and the Chargers have made their presense 2011. known across the collegiate football world. New Haven was ranked as high as No. 5 In addition to team success, many in the AFCA Coaches Poll in 2011, after individuals in UNH Football history have winning their second-straight conference earned national and regional accolades. championship and advancing to the UNH had 126 All-New England award NCAA Division II quarterfinals. In 2011, winners in 19 seasons between 1983 and Rossomando was named a finalist for the 2001, and 63 All-ECAC picks during the Liberty Mutual Division II National Coach same time period. Perhaps the program’s of the Year, while numerous studentmost famous alum is running back Roger athletes earned postseason accolades as Graham, who won Division II’s most well. prestigious award - the Harlon Hill Trophy -
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Newly renovated with state-of-the-art blue and gold Sprinturf, Ralph F. DellaCamera Stadium hosted its’ first football game on Saturday, September 19, 2009. Sporting a large Charger logo in the center, the renovation was made possible by a gift from alumnus Ralph F. DellaCamera Jr., managing member and CIO of DellaCamera Capital Management LLC in Manhattan and a member of the university’s board of governors.
In three seasons on the blue and gold turf, New Haven has posted a 13-4 record. In 2011, the Chargers posted an undefeated 7-0 record at home. The year also marked the first home playoff game for the Chargers who defeated Kutztown, 44-37, in front of a standing room only crowd. The Charger faithful showed their support throughout the season as New Haven was one of just 12 Division II programs to draw 96-percent or more of stadium capacity.
Prior to the renovations in 2008 and 2009, the stadium was known as Robert B. Dodds Stadium. Dodds Stadium was a natural grass surface and was home to the Charger Football program up until 2003. As the former home for the Charger Football team, Dodds Stadium saw a number of important games throughout its After receiving turf improvements in 2008, a new press box and a history. cutting edge scoreboard were installed to improve upon the game environment at Ralph F. DellaCamera Stadium prior to the 2009 DellaCamera Stadium is located on UNH’s North Campus, directly opener. Prior to the 2010 season, a one-of-a-kind video board was across Boston Post Road from UNH’s main campus. Parking for also installed at DellaCamera Stadium. events at DellaCamera Stadium is available in the Charger Gymnasium lot.
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On Saturday, September 26, 2009, the stadium was officially dedicated in Ralph F. DellaCamera’s name. In front of a sell-out crowd, over 3,500 fans also saw the first victory at the new stadium as the Chargers pulled off a 23-18 win over Stonehill College.
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Follow the Chargers all season long in the New Haven Register. Beat writer Henry Chisholm will cover UNH throughout the season, including videos and feature stories. The New Haven Register will also carry gameday and post game coverage throughout the year. Also pick up the Hartford Courant for coverage of the Chargers across the state of Connecticut.
VIDEO STREAMING
Over the long history of Charger football, WTNH (Channel 8) has coverage the Chargers extensive run through the national rankings and postseason. With Sport Director Noah Finz and anchor John Pierson, you’ll see great highlights and features of UNH. You’ll also see great local coverage on WFSB, NBC Connecticut, and Fox CT.
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With veteran broadcasters Craig Mortali and Pat Ryan calling the action all season long, you’ll never miss a second of the action on Connecticut’s No. 1 College Radio Station, 88.7 WNHU. The duo started calling games as undergraduates and in 2009 returned to the radio booth for season-long coverage. Whether the Chargers are at DellaCamera Stadium or on the road, tune your radio dial to 88.7 WNHU or listen online at www.WNHU.net.
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Leading the way in the Northeast-10 Conference in live coverage of all the Charger athletic teams is NewHavenChargers.com. Through a new initiative, starting in the fall of 2012, the Chargers can be seen worldwide in High Definition and on any mobile device. For a complete list of links, visit www.NewHavenChargers. com.
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FOURTH SEASON | BOSTON ‘94 RECORD: 24-9 | CONFERENCE RECORD: 18-6
University of New Haven Head Coach (2008-Present)
University at Albany Associate Head Coach (2001-07) Cortland State Offensive Coordinator (2000) Northeastern University Offensive Line Coach (1999) University of New Haven Off./Def. Line Coach (1994-98)
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In 2008, Rossomando led the Chargers in a rebuilding season as the new coaching staff began the recruiting process after a fiveyear absence. One year later, Rossomando and his staff had developed 85 studentathletes which suited up in the Charger blue and gold for the first time against Lincoln University (Pa.) on September 5, 2009. Rossomando started right where he left off with the Chargers, defeating Lincoln 33-10.
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The momentum carried the team through the 2009 season, surprising Northeast-10 Conference opponents with a 5-5 overall record and a 4-4 mark in conference play. Six players earned All-Conference accolades, while the Chargers ranked 14th in Division II in passing offense with 284 yards per game, a mark that also lead the NE-10. Wide receiver Sharieff Hall earned All-American Honorable Mention honors and ranked eighth in Division II in receptions per game, while quarterback
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The Chargers enjoyed one of the program’s most successful seasons last year. With the second-most wins in program history, New Haven recorded an 11-2 overall record, a perfect 8-0 record in conference play and perfect 10-0 record against Division II opponents in the regular season. Seven members of the team earned AllAmerican honors, while the team received the ECAC Lambert Cup and the Walter Camps Football Foundation Merit Award. New Haven, ranked as high as No. 5, finished the season ranked No. 8 in the AFCA Coaches’ Poll and No. 13 in the D2football.com media poll. As a team, the Chargers ranked second in Division II in passing efficiency and fifth in scoring offense. Quarterback Ryan Osiecki led the offense with impressive passing numbers
In 2010, New Haven finished 8-2 overall and 6-2 in the Northeast-10 to capture the program’s first conference championship since the 1979 season and its first at the Division II level. At the conclusion of the season, cornerback Desmond Anderson was named an All-American Honorable Mention, while running back Victor Jones was named the New Haven Gridiron Club Offensive Player of the Year. The Chargers also had 12 players earn All-Conference honors and three earn All-New England honors. As a team, UNH led the Northeast-10 Conference in turnover margin and sacks, while also ranking seventh in Division II in turnover margin. Desmond Anderson led Division II in interceptions, while Victor Jones ranked 18th in rushing.
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In three short seasons, Rossomando has solidified the program as one of the top in the national and has been recognized for his work on and off the field. He led the Chargers to the 2010 and 2011 Northeast-10 Conference Championships and was named the Conference Coach of the Year both seasons. In 2011, after guiding the Chargers to the NCAA Division II Quarterfinals, he was named one of five finalists for the Liberty Mutual NCAA Division II National Coach of the Year.
and finished second in Division II in passing efficiency. Osiecki was also named the New England Gold Helmet award winner for the 2011 season, while offensive guard David Stedman was a finalist for the Gene Upshaw Division II Lineman of the Year award.
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A Liberty Mutual NCAA Division II National Coach of the Year Finalist and two-time Northeast-10 Conference Coach of the Year, Peter Rossomando, enters his fourth season as head football coach at the University of New Haven. Rossomando took the reins of the UNH football program with its rebirth on December 13, 2007, when President Dr. Steven H. Kaplan and Associate Vice President, Director of Athletics and Recreation announced the Chargers’ ninth head coach in program history. He officially began his duties at New Haven on January 1, 2008.
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Ryan Osiecki ranked 14th in total offense. For the seven seasons prior to arriving at UNH, Rossomando was on the coaching staff at the University at Albany - a member of the Division I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS, formerly Division I-AA). Serving under program founder and 35year head coach Bob Ford, Rossomando served as associate head coach, offensive coordinator and offensive line coach for his last three seasons at Albany. Rossomando has 16 seasons of highlysuccessful college coaching experience under his belt, and kicked off his career with a five-year stint at the University of New Haven from 1994 to 1998. The Chargers were 41-14-1 in Rossomando’s first goround at UNH, when he was a member of head coach Tony Sparano’s staff that went to the 1997 NCAA Division II Championship game and the 1995 NCAA playoffs. During Rossomando’s tenure at UAlbany (2001-2007), the Great Danes posted a 4632 overall record and a 36-12 mark (.750) in the Northeast Conference (NEC). He helped lead UA to three NEC championships (2002, 2003, 2007) and the 2002 ECAC title. As NEC champions in the fall of 2007, UAlbany played Pioneer League champs Dayton for the mid-major national championship and rose as high as No. 3 in both the Sports Network and Football Gazette Division I FCS Mid-Major polls.
Conference opponents. In 2004, the Great Danes ranked seventh nationally in rushing with 254.7 yards per game, while leading the Northeast Conference for the sixth-straight year in that category. UAlbany shattered the NEC rushing record with 3,215 yards on the ground the previous year. Rossomando served as the offensive coordinator and line coach at Cortland State prior to taking up his position at UAlbany. He handled weekly game plans, coached the kickoff return and field goal special teams, and recruited New York City and Long Island. He also coached the offensive line and was video coordinator at Division I-AA Northeastern for one season (1999) following his stint at UNH (1994-98). In his previous stop at UNH, Rossomando served as both offensive line coach and academic coordinator during his first three seasons with the program. He spent his final two years as the Chargers’ defensive line coach and special teams coordinator, and also spent those two seasons as recruiting coordinator. UNH reached the NCAA Division II playoffs in both 1995 and 1997, and won the Lambert Cup Trophy twice. The Chargers saw three offensive linemen named All-ECAC and two on the All-New England squads with Rossomando as their position coach. In Rossomando’s first season, 1994, UNH all-time great Roger Graham earned his third all-America honor and rushed for 1,607 yards to narrowly miss winning his second-straight Harlon Hill Trophy. During the 1997 national runnersup season, Rossomando was special teams and defensive line coach. He helped lead a defensive unit that recorded 41 sacks during the 10-game regular season, limiting opponents to just 9.8 points per game while recording three shutouts.
While at UAlbany, Rossomando coached several NCAA FCS mid-major All-Americans, including Geir Gudmundsen, Mike Laroche, Brandon Shaw, Aaron Kimball, Jacob Anderson, Jacob Hobbs and Sam Pagano. Gudmundsen, who was on the 2004 AFCA All-America First Team, and Hobbs went on to sign professionally as NFL free agents with Buffalo and Philadelphia, respectively. UAlbany had ten linemen selected First Team All-NEC under Rossomando’s tutelage. From 1990-93, Rossomando played on the offensive and defensive lines at Division In 2007, UAlbany was 8-4 overall and I-AA Boston University, where he earned ran through the NEC with a 6-0 league a B.S. in clinical exercise physiology. The record, scoring 39.2 points per game in Terriers won the 1993 Yankee Conference conference play. The Great Danes rushed championship with an undefeated record. for 275 yards per game and averaged 413 yards of total offense in NEC play, while A native of Staten Island, N.Y., Rossomando leading the conference in total offense and received All-America and all-state scholastic turnover margin. Rossomando’s offensive honors and was the 1989 Staten Island unit came alive in the second half of the Player of the Year. He and his wife, Jessica, 2006 season, averaging 296.0 total yards have three children, Reese, Gianna and and 193.7 rushing yards against Northeast Nicholas.
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On December 13, 200 7 Rossomando was introduced as the Charge rs ninth head football coach at a press confere nce on the UNH campus. Above: Rossomand o joined by his wife, Jessica, and their three children.
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SCOTT JAMES
ASSISTANT COACH
DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR FOURTH SEASON | NORWICH ‘99
Before his arrival at Northeastern, James served two seasons as an assistant coach at Boston College, working with a talented group of linebackers under head coach Tom O’Brien. James worked closely with players such as Brian Toal, the 2004 Big East Rookie of the Year and a Freshman AllAmerican, and Ray Henderson, a second team All-Big East selection. During his time with the Eagles, the team brought home bowl victories in the Diamond Walnut Bowl (2003) and the Continental Tire Bowl (2004).
Northeastern University Linebackers Coach (2005-07) Boston College Linebackers Coach (2003-04) College of Holy Cross Defensive End Coach (2002) University at Albany Defensive Line Coach (2001) Norwich University Defensive Line Coach (1999-00)
Prior to arriving in Boston, James, spent one season at College of the Holy Cross, working with the defensive ends in 2002. He spent the 2001 season alongside Rossomando at the University at Albany, serving as defensive tackles coach and helping the Great Danes to a 7-3 record in their third season of Division I football.
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His first coaching job was at his alma mater, Norwich University, in 1999 and 2000. In 2009, James managed a young defense There, he oversaw the defensive line and which had two freshmen named to the All- strength and conditioning program. Northeast-10 Conference Second Team (Mike Gomes and Raheem Stanley). As the James graduated from Norwich in 1999 with Chargers’ defensive coordinator, James a degree in Sports Medicine and received oversees the team’s multiple defensive his master’s in Curriculum Development schemes, while coaching inside linebackers and Instructional Technologies from as well. UAlbany in 2002. He collected a second master’s in Administrative Studies from In 2008, James began the recruiting Boston College in 2005. process which helped rebuild the Charger Football program. James recruits areas throughout New England, New York City, Westchester County, Orange County and
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In 2010, James’ defense led the Northeast-10 Conference in sacks, while having five earn a spot on the AllConference teams. The Chargers’ defense also ranked second in the conference in rushing defense and helped New Haven lead the conference in turnover margin. Cornerback Desmond Anderson was named Don Hansen Football Gazette AllAmerican Honorable Mention as well.
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James’ defense led the Northeast-10 Conference with 36 sacks, including a league-best 12 by defensive end Tom Herd. UNH also ranked second in the conference in fewest points allowed per game. Five defenders were named to the All-Region teams, while Desmond Anderson, Tom Herd and Charlie Recruiting Areas Hatchett New England, New York, each were Westchester, Rockland recognized and Orange as Don H a n s e n Football Gazette All-Americans.
Prior to coming to UNH, James served as the outside linebackers coach at Northeastern University for three seasons (2005-07). In 2006, James led a group of Huskies that produced 9.5 sacks. James spent his first season as the Huskies’ defensive tackles coach and video coordinator.
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Scott James joined the Charger Football coaching staff on January 17, 2008, one month after the program was reinstated after a five-year absence. This season, he will begin his 14th season as a college coach.
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DARYL DALEEN
ASSISTANT COACH SPECIAL TEAMS COORDINATOR FOURTH SEASON | NEWBERRY Daryl Daleen enters his fourth season with the University of New Haven football program as the special teams coordinator and defensive line coach in 2012. Daleen coached both special teams and the defensive line. The line led the Northeast-10 Conference in sacks with 36 total. He also coached Tom Herd, a Don Hansen Football Gazette All-American selection with 12 total sacks. The defensive line also earned two All-Region selections and four All-Conference honors. Two years a g o , Daleen also coach the Nor theast10’s leading sack defense and three All-Conference selections on the defensive line. Defensive tackle, Scott Schultz earned All-Conference First Team honors, while two others earned second team accolades.
Prior to joining the UNH staff, Daleen was the defensive coordinator at Pikeville College in 2006-2007. Daleen’s defense was the fourth-ranked defense in the conference, forcing 39 turnovers and picking up 27 sacks. Daleen also served as inside linebackers coach for Newberry College from 20042006. Daleen helped coach the No. 1 defense in the conference and helped lead the Indians to their first winning season in 14 years as Newberry went 10-1 and advanced to the second round of the Division II playoffs. Daleen coached two allconference linebackers, including an AllSoutheast region player.
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University of New Haven Assistant Coach (2008-Present) Pikeville College Defensive Coordinator (2006-07) Newberry College Linebackers Coach (2004-06) St. Charles County Cyclones Head Coach (2002-03) Defensive Coordinator (2001-03)
Recruiting Areas Northern New Jersey, Maryland and Palm Beach County, Florida
Before beginning his college coaching career, Daleen served as the head coach and defensive coordinator for the St. Charles County Cyclones – a minor league football team located in St. Charles, Missouri. In his final season, the Cyclones posted a 9-2 record, were division champions and made it through to the second round of the playoffs. The Cyclones were the No. 1 defense in the nation for the second straight year, giving up just 12.2 points per In 2009, Daleen coached All-Northeast-10 game. With the Cyclones, Daleen coached Conference defensive lineman Raheem two players to professional careers. Stanley and All-Northeast-10 Conference kickoff returner Sharieff Hall. The Chargers’ Daleen graduated from Newberry College kickoff return team ranked 24th in Division with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History. II in 2009 and ranked second in the Northeast-10 Conference. The 2009 UNH defensive line amassed over 20 tackles-forloss and tallied six sacks.
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CHRIS ANDERSON ASSISTANT COACH
OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR FOURTH SEASON | SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT STATE
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Anderson is currently a physical education and health teacher at Woodland High School. He earned his Bachelors of Anderson came to New Haven following Science, Physical Education and Masters of a storied coaching career at Woodland Science, Health Education from Southern High School in Beacon Falls, Conn. As Connecticut State University. the program’s inaugural head coach,
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Prior to Woodland High School, Anderson served as Assistant Head Coach and Offensive Coordinator at Shelton High School. Shelton was the Connecticut Class LL State Champions in 2000, while Anderson’s offense averaged 35 points per game that season. Anderson mentored current Houston Texas quarterback Dan Orlovsky during his tenure at Shelton.
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Anderson has coached an All-American selection in 2011 and the New England Gold Helmet Award winner. During his tenure, UNH passing records have fallen each season. The Recruiting Areas team ranked New Haven County and second in Fairfield County all of NCAA Division II last season in passing effiency, with an amazing 176.32.
Anderson led Woodland to back-to-back Connecticut Class SS State Championships (2004-05) and Naugatuck Valley League Championships (2004-05). In 2004, the team went undefeated and was ranked No. 6 in the state in the writers’ and coaches’ poll. The Hawks won 22-straight games between 2004 and 2005. Anderson was named New Haven Register Football Coach of the Year in 2004 and Waterbury Olympia Club Football Coach of the Year in 2005.
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Chris Anderson enters his fourth season with the Chargers as the quarterbacks coach in 2012. This season he will also begin his second season as offensive coordinator. During his tenure, Anderson has coached one of the top passers in the Northeast-10 Conference, and one of the program’s most decorated passers, Ryan Osiecki.
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RYAN AUDET
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WIDE RECEIVERS FIRST SEASON | SAINT LAWRENCE ‘01 Ryan Audet joins the University of New Haven football staff for his first season in 2012. The former high school head coach, Audet’s most recent run brought the Fair Haven Union High School all the way to the 2011 Vermont Division II State Championship. The Slaters were also the highest scoring offense in the division in 2011. A Fair Haven, Vt. native, Audet brings over 11 years of coaching experience to UNH. He’s served in a number of different roles, including coaching running backs, wide receivers and offensive line. In his first head coaching experience, Audet was named the
2010 Vermont Division II Coach of the Year after leading Fair Haven Union to the stats semifinals. Between two stints at FHUHS, he spent a pair of seasons as an assistant coach at Castleton State College. Audet also coached wide receivers at Alfred University from 2001-03, while earning his Master’s in Business Administration. A 2001 graduate of Saint Lawrence University, Audet currently resides in Monroe, Conn. with his wife Rebecca and daughter Anya.
BRIAN BLACKSTONE
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Recruiting Areas New Haven County and Connecticut
Recruiting Areas New Haven County
DEFENSIVE BACKS SECOND SEASON | NEW HAVEN ‘02 Brian Blackstone returned to the University of New Haven as a coach prior to the 2011 football season and enters his second year in 2012. Blackstone is a 2002 graduate of UNH and coaches the secondary.
coach for the secondary and wide receivers, while taking the head coaching role for the freshman team.
During his playing career from 1997-2002, the Abington, Pa. native played under former head coaches Tony Sparano and Darren Rizzi. He was a member of the 1997 National Finalist team and a Most recently an assistant at Branford High School, Blackstone member of the 2001 team that beat nationally ranked Villanova has coached football since 2006. He was a varsity assistant (D-I). He was a defensive back and majored in Criminal Justice.
ALBERTO CORDERO ASSISTANT COACH
Recruiting Areas New Haven County
LINEBACKERS SECOND SEASON | CONNECTICUT ‘10 Alberto Cordero joined the UNH coaching staff in March 2011 and enters his second year with the team this season. He assists Defensive Coordinator Scott James in coaching the linbackers and will be in charge of preparing offensive scout team.
a student assistant for the football program from 2006 to 2010. He helped the defensive staff and worked under coach Lydon Johnson.
During Cordero’s time in Storrs, the Huskies appeared in the PapaJohns.com Bowl, the International Bowl and the Meineke Car Care Bowl, winning both the PapaJohns.com and International Most recently, Cordero was an assistant with the Harford Colonials Bowls. He was also a part of the first Big East Championship team in their inaugural season in the United Football League. at UConn in 2007. Prior to working with the Colonials, Cordero earned his Bachelor Alberto is also a familiar face in his hometown of New Haven of Science degree in Kinesiology - Coaching and Administration at where he has volunteered as a coach at both Wilbur Cross and the University of Connecticut. While at UConn, Cordero served as Hillhouse High Schools.
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STAN HOLMES
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DIRECTOR OF HIGH SCHOOL RELATIONS SEVENTH SEASON | CAL STATE - HEYWARD ‘84 running backs coach at Central from 1994-98 and from 200407. During the 2003 season he as an assistant at Southern Connecticut. In 2006, Holmes coached Justice Harriston, the Blue Devil’s first player drafted to the NFL, in the sixth round to the New England Patriots. Harriston was the Northeast Conference In 2009, Holmes spent one season as the Chargers running backs Offensive Player of the Year, while leading the I-AA division in coach. Additionally, Holmes served as an assistant under Darren rushing yards. While Holmes was at Central Connecticut the team Rizzi at UNH from 1999 to 2001. won back-to-back NEC Championships in 2004 and 2005.
JON LEIBLE
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Prior to New Haven, Leible spend 2009 as the offensive and defensive line coach at LaSalle Institute in Troy, N.Y. While at LaSalle, Leible coached an unexperienced offensive and defensive lines into the playoffs with a 9-1 record.
A two-time Northeast Conference Champion, Leible was an offensive lineman from 2004 to 2008 at UAlbany. As a senior he helped guide the Danes to the Gridiron Classic. He was also named an ECAC FCS All-Star and an All-Northeast Conference Second Team selection as a senior.
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Leible also has coaching experience as part of the University at Albany “Dog Pound” Lineman Camp and the UAlbany Team Camp. He started coaching at the camps in 2007 and continued through 2009.
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Jon Leible joined the UNH football program After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in History from in the summer of 2010 and begins his UAlbany, Leible went on to play for the Albany Firebirds, an Arena third year with the Chargers this season. Football 2 team, and the Green Bay Blizzard of the Indoor Football League for two seasons. In the previous two seasons, Leible has shaped an offensive line which has earned eight All-Conference honors since 2010. In 2011, Leible also coached All-American and Gene Upshaw Lineman of the Year Finalist, David Stedman.
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OFFENSIVE LINE THIRD SEASON | ALBANY ‘09
Recruiting Areas Long Island and New York City
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Prior to UNH, Holmes coached at both Central Connecticut State A 1984 graduate of Cal-State Hayward, Holmes played his and Southern Connecticut State. He served two stints as the collegiate career for the Pioneers and started at running back.
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Stan Holmes is back for his second stint at the University of New Haven and will serve as the Chargers’ Director of High School Relations, for his third season, in 2012.
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WAYNE LUCIANI OFFENSIVE LINE FOURTH SEASON | DEAN
Wayne Luciani enters the fourth season the tight ends. with the Charger football program in 2012. Luciani has a long legacy with the A graduate of Dean Junior College, Luciani was a member of the Charger football program, dating back to coaching staff prior to the program folding in 2003. the early 2000’s. Throughout the year, Luciani also serves as a member of the An assistant offensive line coach, Luciani coaches and recruits Chargers football camp staff. the local areas in Connecticut. In 2009 Luciani also help coach
ANTHONY MORTALI ASSISTANT COACH
SAFETIES FOURTH SEASON | SACRED HEART ‘09
Recruiting Areas New Haven County and Connecticut
Anthony Mortali begins his fourth season in 2012 with the Chargers as the safeties coach. From 2009-10, Mortali assisted with the linebackers before making the transition to secondary. Anthony is also the son of former UNH assistant and Hall of Famer, Tony Mortali. Most recently a graduate of Sacred Heart University, Mortali played linebacker for the Pioneers from 2005-08. While at Sacred Heart, Mortali was also a member of the Pioneers’ men’s lacrosse team. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in History in 2009.
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Recruiting Areas New Haven County and Fairfield County
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RUNNING BACKS SECOND SEASON | SACRED HEART ‘11 Michael Mortali enters his second season with the New Haven football staff in 2012. Previously the wide receivers coach, Mortali will transition to coaching the running backs in 2012.
Recruiting Areas New Haven County and Connecticut
concentration in Sports Marketing. He played strong safety for the Pioneers from 2007 to 2010 as well as lacrosse for the NCAA Division I program.
Michael has one brother Anthony, also a member of the UNH coaching staff, and one sister Alicia. He’s the son of former A 2011 graduate from Sacred Heart University, Mortali earned assistant and UNH Hallf of Famer Tony Mortali. his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Marketing with a
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Recruiting Areas New Haven County and Connecticut
DEFENSIVE BACKS FIRST SEASON | SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT STATE
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Woodland Regional. The four seasons prior, he as an assistant freshman coach and defensive backs coach. During his tenure, he was named the assistant coach for the New Haven County All-Star Team twice. He was also an assistant for the 2007 Class SS state semifinalists.
In addition to his football coaching experience, Schultz has been a personal trainer at Custom Built Personal Training in Wallingford, For the last three season, Schultz served as defensive coordinator Conn. and a strength and conditioning coordinator at Woodland as well as defensive backs coach and running backs coach at Regional.
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Recruiting Areas New Haven County and Connecticut
TIGHT ENDS THIRD SEASON | WESTERN CONNECTICUT STATE ‘89
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Hugh Villacis enters his third season with In 2002, Villacis received national recognition as the AFLAC the Charger football coaching staff and National Assistant Coach of the Year. will continue to coach the tight ends. Earning his degree at Western Conn. State University in 1989, Villacis brings a wealth of football where he started on the defensive line, Villacis had been an knowledge after serving 20 seasons as an assistant at Wesleyan assistant football coach at Torrington, Platt (Meriden) and Bristol University. Villacis spent the last 14 years at Wesleyan as the Central High Schools in Connecticut before joining the Wesleyan Cardinals’ offensive line coach. Previously he spent six seasons staff. Villacis is employed by the Middletown school system. handling the defensive line.
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Adam Schultz joins the University of New Haven in 2012 as a wide receivers coach. Most recently the defensive coordinator at Woodland regional High School in Beacon Falls, Conn., Schultz brings an extensive background in football and strength and conditioning to New Haven.
Recruiting Areas New Haven County and Connecticut
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ADAM SCHULTZ
Before entering the collegiate ranks over 15 years ago, Ricco successfully coached at various levels as a position coach for receivers, quarterbacks, defensive backs, as an offensive & defensive coordinator and as a head coach. A graduate of Southern Connecticut State University, Ricco lives in Wilton, is married and is the father of six children ages 21, 20, 19, 17, 8 and 7, devoting time to family, community, sports, government and work.
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Ernie Ricco joins the University of New Haven Chargers Football staff for the 2012 season to coach the Safeties and Outside Linebackers. Prior to joining UNH, Ricco spent three years at Western Connecticut State University where he coached three sides of the ball including running backs, defensive secondary and special teams. He is a member of the AFCA Coach of the Year Committee.
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The University of New Haven strength and conditioning program supports the mission of both the department of athletics and the University. In addition, the University of New Haven strength and conditioning program fosters a positive, safe, challenging, training environment to help all student-athletes maximize their athletic potential while decreasing the chance of sport related injuries.
The approach allows coaches and athletes to work together towards developing an athlete’s full physical and mental potential while reducing the chance of injury. The focal points of our training programs are: Injury prevention, functional strength training, sport specific speed and agility development, sport specific conditioning and work capacity, flexibility and proper dietary practices.
DAVID FAUGNO
STRENGTH & CONDITIONING COACH CERTIFICATIONS: CSCS, USAW, NSCA THIRD SEASON | SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT STATE David Faugno enters his third season as Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at the University of New Haven. Faugno joined the Department of Athletics as the Chargers’ first full-time strength and conditioning coach prior to the 2009 season.
Faugno serves all 16 varsity sports at the University of New Haven in a number of different capacities. The SCSU graduate creates personalized training programs for each student-athlete and summer workout programs. Faugno’s extensive background in conditioning also allows him to create specialized diets and meal plans for student-athlets.
TONY SPARANO TRAINING CENTER
The Tony Sparano Training Center in the training home of all the Charger athletic teams. Combined with a newly renovated core room, the Sparano Training Center offers UNH student-athletes a place to improve upon their strength and conditioning. With a generous donation by UNH alumnus Tony Sparano, the training center was recently upgraded with
state-of-the-art power racks, platforms, olympic bars, bumper plates and top notch cardio equipment. The newly renovated core room adds 800 square-feet of functional training space. The room is equipped with a bungee cord training system and all the necessary equipment to improve ones core strength.
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No. Name Cl. 1 Demetrius Washington-Ellison.. Sr. 2 Mike DeCaro............................... Jr. 3 Kendrick Butler.......................... Sr. 4 Jason Thompson........................ Sr. 5 Mike Gomes............................... Sr. 6 Ryan Osiecki............................... Sr. 7 Brice DeRosa............................. Sr. 8 Nick Music.................................. Sr. 9 Josh Smart................................. Sr. 10 Kervin Edouard.......................... Sr. 11 Kareem Cutler............................ Sr. 12 Alex Vizcaino.............................. So. 13 Herbens Antenor........................ Jr. 14 Ronnie Nelson............................ Sr. 15 Anthony Greenfield.................... So. 16 Kameel Lashley......................... Sr. 17 Chris Ruffin................................. Sr. 18 William Clements....................... Jr. 19 Chris Scifo.................................. Sr. 20 Karlos Locke.............................. Fr. 21 DJ Francis................................... Jr. 22 Jacob Weaver............................. So. 23 Bernard Risco............................ Sr. 24 Matt Stevko................................ Jr. 25 Trevor Officer.............................. So. 26 J.D. Chalifoux.............................. Sr. 27 Victor Jones................................ Sr. 28 Anthony Tillman......................... Jr. 29 Ryan Jacobucci.......................... Fr. 30 Chris Maldonado........................ Fr. 31 Rodney Lanham......................... Jr. 32 Richard Long.............................. Sr. 33 Darrell Harper............................ Fr. 34 Scott Lowery............................... Sr. 35 Christian Bish............................. Jr. 36 Ty Headen................................... Fr. 37 Tyjee Williams............................. Fr. 38 Kendall Marks............................ Fr. 39 Jahaad Smith............................. Fr. 40 Tom Herd.................................... Sr. 41 Vail Grafton................................ Jr. 42 Brandon Ruberti........................ Sr. 43 Brian Alston................................ Jr. 44 Justen Wilson............................. So. 45 Tyler Condit................................. Fr. 47 Carlos Lozada............................ So. 48 Drew Ortone............................... Fr. 49 Darrius Pritchett......................... Fr. 50 Erik McCloud.............................. Jr. 51 Matthew Fallico.......................... Jr. 52 Sherwood Jonathas................... Jr. 53 Zach Guy.................................... So. 54 Jaylen Johnson........................... Jr. 55 Ray Munroe................................ Sr. 56 David Stedman.......................... Sr. 57 Geo Santos................................. So. 58 Alex Quinn.................................. Sr. 59 Matt Ferrazzani.......................... Fr.
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Pos. WR RB CB WR OLB QB QB WR WR DL DB QB S QB PK/P TE WR QB PK/P OLB CB S S S RB S RB RB CB DB CB LB CB LB DE WR CB CB CB DE S TE RB RB LB DB LB DB DE LB OLB OL LB LB OL LB DE LB
Ht. 6-3 5-9 5-10 6-3 5-9 6-4 6-2 6-1 5-10 6-3 6-0 6-3 6-0 6-1 5-9 6-4 6-0 6-4 5-9 6-2 6-0 5-10 5-11 6-0 5-9 5-11 5-8 5-9 5-11 5-10 5-10 6-2 5-10 6-0 6-2 6-0 5-9 5-11 5-10 6-4 5-9 6-2 6-0 5-9 5-11 6-0 6-1 5-7 6-3 5-11 5-10 6-2 6-0 6-0 6-2 6-0 6-1 6-0
Wt. 205 191 185 185 195 240 210 205 185 240 190 200 182 207 190 246 185 215 190 215 185 190 185 185 200 175 200 183 172 180 175 235 160 215 220 170 180 190 170 230 183 236 210 285 230 193 218 160 225 220 205 285 225 225 275 210 225 220
Hometown / High School / Previous School Rahway, N.J. / Rahway / Univ. of Maine Weston, Fla. / Cypress Bay Fort Lauderdale, Fla. / Dillard / ASA College Indiantown, Fla. / South Fork Brockton, Mass. / Brockton Seymour, Conn. / Seymour / Univ. of Louisville Huntington Station, N.Y. / Walt Whitman / Iona College West Milford, N.J. / West Milford Hamden, Conn. / Hamden Somerville, Mass. / Somerville Dorchester, Mass. / Charlestown Monroe Township, N.J. / Monroe Township Malden, Mass. / Malden Stuart, Fla. / South Fork Bloomfield, N.J. / Paramus Catholic / Wagner Boston, Mass. / Boston Comm. Leadership Academy New York, N.Y. / Phillip Randolph Pennsauken, N.J. / Bishop Eustace Coral Springs, Fla. / St. Thomas Aquinas / Central Conn. St. Univ. Owings Mills, Md. / Pikesville / Bridgton Academy North Lauderdale Fla. / Northeast Wilmington, Del. / Archmere Academy Philadelphia, Pa. / James Hillhouse Shelton, Conn. / Shelton Monroe, N.Y. / Monroe-Woodbury Mansfield, Mass. / Mansfield Paterson, N.J. / Passaic County Tech Piscataway, N.J. / Piscataway Middletown, Conn. / Xavier Elmwood Park, N.J. / Paramus Catholic Bridgeport, Conn. / Bridge Academy New Rochelle, N.Y. / New Rochelle / Iona College South Brunswick, N.J. / South Brunswick Elmwood Park, N.J. / Paramus Catholic Bridgeport, Conn. / Bridgeport Central Newark, N.J. / American History Clifton, N.J. / Passaic County Tech Piscataway, N.J. / Piscataway Linden, N.J. / Linden Sparta, N.J. / Sparta Princeton, N.J. / Notre Dame Madison, Conn. / Daniel Hand Robbinsville, N.J. / Robbinsville Hamden, Conn. / Hyde Leadership Caldwell, N.J. / James Caldwell New London, Conn. / New London Newburgh, Mass. / St. John’s Queens, N.Y. / Avon Old Farms Rahway, N.J. / Rahway / Lackawanna Syracuse, N.Y. / Fayetteville Manlius / Hudson Valley Everett, Mass. / Everett Rochester, N.Y. / Aquinas Linden, N.J. / Linden New Haven, Conn. / Fairfield Prep Hasbrouck Heights, N.J. / Hasbrouck Heights Paterson, N.J. / Paramus Catholic Bay Shore, N.Y. / Bay Shore Dracut, Mass. / Dracut
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Wt. 285 290 265 310 340 287 270 272 305 300 315 290 300 275 188 220 180 190 192 240 215 255 225 280 245 275 285 290 300
Hometown / High School / Previous School Irvington, N.J. / Irvington New London, Conn. / New London Staten Island, N.Y. / St. Joseph by the Sea Otisville, N.Y. / Minisink Valley East Brunswick, N.J. / East Brunswick / Dean Elmont, N.Y. / Sewanhaka Manorville, N.Y. / St. John the Baptist Englewood, N.J. / Dwight Marrow Stoughton, Mass. / Stoughton Trumbull, Conn. / Trumbull Greenfield, N.H. / Contoocook Valley Wallington, N.J. / Wallington Hartford, Conn. / Weaver South Glenns Falls, N.Y. / South Glenns Falls Rockaway, N.Y. / Channel View Newark, N.J. / Suffield Academy Verona, N.J. / Verona North Haven, Conn. / North Haven Miami, Fla. / Miami Southridge Cumberland, Maine / Bridgton Academy Piscataway, N.J. / Piscataway Newton, N.J. / Kittatinny Regional Everett, Mass. / Everett Boston, Mass. / Newton South Winchester, Mass. / Winchester Wolcott, Conn. / Wolcott Fair Lawn, N.J. / Fair Lawn Westbrook, Conn. / Westbrook Union, N.J. / Union
Name No. Scott Lowery....................... 34 Carlos Lozada......................47 Brent MacLeod................... 94 Chris Maldonado................ 30 James Malloy...................... 72 Kendall Marks.................... 38 Erik McCloud...................... 50 Billy Meade......................... 82 Tim Moores......................... 64 Ray Munroe........................ 55 Najee Murchison................ 68 Nick Music.............................8 Ronnie Nelson.....................14 Trevor Officer...................... 25 Jared Orazio.........................76 Drew Ortone....................... 48 Ryan Osiecki..........................6 Shaq Phillips-Breedlove......81 Darrius Pritchett................. 49 James Pusz..........................77 Alex Quinn........................... 58 Bernard Risco..................... 23
Name No. Javon Rodd......................... 88 Brandon Ruberti................. 42 Chris Ruffin..........................17 Geo Santos..........................57 Chris Scifo............................19 Josh Smart.............................9 Jahaad Smith...................... 39 Logan Smith....................... 63 Raheem Stanley................. 78 Jake Stark........................... 89 David Stedman................... 56 Matt Stevko.........................24 Jason Thompson...................4 Anthony Tillman.................. 28 Alex Vizcaino....................... 12 Zach Voytek........................ 75 Demetrius Washington-Ellison...1 Jacob Weaver..................... 22 Tyjee Williams......................37 Justen Wilson..................... 44 Roshawn Wilson................. 85
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Name No. DJ Francis............................21 Mike Friello......................... 83 Mike Gomes..........................5 Vail Grafton..........................41 Anthony Greenfield..............15 Zach Guy............................. 53 Darrell Harper..................... 33 Drake Harris....................... 98 Ty Headen........................... 36 Tom Herd............................ 40 Chris Higgins....................... 86 Francis Ike.......................... 73 Ryan Jacobucci................... 29 Christopher Jean................ 69 Jaylen Johnson................... 54 Ralph Jonathas.................. 90 Sherwood Jonathas........... 52 Victor Jones.........................27 Rodney Lanham..................31 Kameel Lashley...................16 Karlos Locke....................... 20 Richard Long...................... 32
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Name No. Henry Adegunle.................. 80 Brian Alston........................ 43 Thierry Andris......................61 Herbens Antenor................ 13 Ahmet Baki Basci............... 96 Sean Berglund.................... 95 Chris Biondi.........................71 Christian Bish..................... 35 Jelani Blandin..................... 92 Kendrick Butler.....................3 J.D. Chalifoux...................... 26 Lance Chapman................. 79 William Clements............... 18 Tyler Condit......................... 45 Zach Conklin....................... 65 Kareem Cutler.....................11 Mike DeCaro..........................2 Brice DeRosa.........................7 Alex Dyer..............................97 Kervin Edouard....................10 Matthew Fallico...................51 Matt Ferrazzani.................. 59
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No. Name Cl. 61 Thierry Andris............................. Sr. 63 Logan Smith............................... So. 64 Tim Moores................................ Jr. 65 Zach Conklin.............................. Sr. 68 Najee Murchison........................ Jr. 69 Christopher Jean........................ Fr. 71 Chris Biondi................................ Jr. 72 James Malloy............................. Sr. 73 Francis Ike.................................. So. 75 Zach Voytek................................ Fr. 76 Jared Orazio............................... So. 77 James Pusz................................ So. 78 Raheem Stanley......................... Sr. 79 Lance Chapman......................... Sr. 80 Henry Adegunle.......................... Fr. 81 Shaq Phillips-Breedlove............. Fr. 82 Billy Meade................................. Fr. 83 Mike Friello................................. Sr. 85 Roshawn Wilson......................... Jr. 86 Chris Higgins.............................. Jr. 88 Javon Rodd................................. Fr. 89 Jake Stark................................... Sr. 90 Ralph Jonathas.......................... Fr. 92 Jelani Blandin............................. Jr. 94 Brent MacLeod.......................... Jr. 95 Sean Berglund........................... Jr. 96 Ahmet Baki Basci....................... Sr. 97 Alex Dyer..................................... Jr. 98 Drake Harris............................... So.
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2011: Third on the team with 444 receiving yards off 24 catches ... Second on the team with eight receiving touchdowns, while starting all 13 games ... Also returned kickoffs and recorded 11 returns for 233 yards, averaging 21.2 yards per return ... Season-high four catches and 84 yards at Southern Connecticut State (10/7) ... Also returned four kickoffs for a season-best 102 return yards at Southern Connecticut State (10/7) ... Season-long 52-yard catch against Southern Connecticut State (10/7). 2010: All-Northeast-10 Conference Second Team … Northeast-10 Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll Fall 2010 … Team cocaptain … Led the team with 528 receiving yards and 41 catches … Averaged 52.8 receiving yards per game, while starting all 10 games … Second on the team with four receiving touchdowns … Tallied two touchdowns against Assumption (9/18) … Season-high seven catches for 113 yards against Saint Anselm (11/5) … Season-long 52-yard catch against Southern Connecticut State (10/8).
2009: Northeast-10 Conference All-Rookie Team … Started all 10 games at wide receiver … Second on the team with 44 catches … Averaged 11.7 yards per catch and 51.6 receiving yards per game … Second on the team with seven touchdowns … Tallied two touchdowns vs. AIC (10/10) and Pace (10/24) … Recorded a season-high 115 receiving yards, including a season-long 44-yard catch vs. Bentley (9/19). Prior to UNH: Attended the University of Maine from 2008 to 2009. High School: All-Conference and All-State performer for the Indians of Rahway High School ... Named to the All-State, All-Conference and All-County teams as a senior ... Also ran track and was a member of the basketball team. Personal: Majoring in Political Science ... Son of King Ellison and Deborah Washington ... Three sisters, Deidra Washington, Kim Ellison and Sharon Ellison.
RECEIVING G Rec Yds TD Lg Rec/G Avg/C Avg/G 2009 10 44 516 7 44 4.4 11.7 51.6 2010 10 41 528 4 52 4.1 12.9 52.8 2011 13 24 444 8 52 1.8 18.5 34.2 TOTAL 33 109 1488 19 52 3.3 13.7 45.1
GAME HIGHS Points scored: 12, twice, most recent West Chester, 09/03/11 Touchdowns: 2, twice, most recent West Chester, 09/03/11 Receptions: 7, Saint Anselm, 11/05/10 Receiving yards: 113, Saint Anselm, 11/05/10 Receiving TDs: 2, twice, most recent West Chester, 09/03/11 Long reception: 52, twice, most recent at SCSU, 10/07/11 Kick returns: 4, at SCSU, 10/07/11 Kick return yards: 102, at SCSU, 10/07/11 (4 returns) Long kick return: 48, at SCSU, 10/07/11
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JUNIOR | 5-9 | 191 WESTON, FLA. | CYPRESS BAY downs against Pace (10/30) … Also crossed the 100-yard plateau with two touchdowns against Stonehill (10/2). 2009: Saw time vs. Stonehill (9/26) … Rushed for eight yards on five carries, including a season-long six-yard carry. High School: Played at Cypress Bay High School in Weston, Fla. ... Also ran track for the Lightning Bolts. Personal: Undecided on major ... Son of Neal and Antoinette DeCaro ... One brother, Chris, and two sisters, Anastasia and Jackie.
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2010: Northeast-10 Conference All-Rookie Team … Northeast-10 Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll Fall 2010 and Spring 2011 … Second on the team with 72.7 rushing yards per game … Played in six games and carried the ball 68 times for 436 total yards … Scored four touchdowns … Added three catches for 17 yards out of the backfield … Rushed for a season-high 126 yards for two touch-
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2011: Don Hansen All-Super Region Second Team…NE-10 Conference Second Team…NE-10 Special Team Player of the Week (11/6)…NE-10 Offensive Player of the Week…Played in all 13 games, including nine starts for the Chargers…First on the team with 62 rushing yards per game…Also led the team averaging 144.5 all-purpose yards per game…Third on the team in scoring with 84 total points…Carried the ball 157 times for 806 total yards…Scored 10 touchdowns… Recorded two kick returns for a touchdown…Tallied a season-high 139 rushing yards with one touchdown against Stonehill (10/1)… Recorded a season-high four rushing touchdowns at Merrimack (10/29).
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CAREER NUMBERS G Att Yds TD Lg Avg/C Avg/G 1 5 8 0 6 1.6 8.0 6 68 436 4 42 6.4 72.7 13 157 806 10 46 5.1 62.0 20 230 1250 14 46 5.4 62.5
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GAME HIGHS Points scored: 30, at Merrimack, 10/29/11 Touchdowns: 5, at Merrimack, 10/29/11 Rush attempts: 19, Stonehill, 10/01/11 Rush yards: 139, Stonehill, 10/01/11 (19 carries) Rush TDs: 4, at Merrimack, 10/29/11 Long rush: 46, Pace, 11/05/11 All-purpose yards: 272, at Merrimack, 10/29/11 Kick returns: 5, West Chester, 09/03/11 Kick return yards: 131, at Southern Connecticut, 10/07/11 (3 returns) Long kick return: 90, at Southern Connecticut, 10/07/11
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SENIOR | 5-10 | 185 FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. | DILLARD | ASA COLLEGE
2011: Played in all 13 games and started 10…Totaled 33 tackles, including 24 solo stops…Collected a season-high six tackles against West Chester (9/3). 2010: Made nine starts and played in all 10 games … Totaled 22 tackles, including 15 solo stops … Added 2.5 tackles-for-loss … Broke up three passes and forced one fumble … Recorded a season-high five tackles against Assumption (9/18). Prior to UNH: Played for the ASA Institute for two years. High School: Endured two sports at Dillard High School … Four-year member of the football team … Also a member of the 4x100 Relay Semi-Regional Championship for the Panthers track and field team. Personal: Son of LaShawn Butler and Kalvin Butler Sr….Two brothers, Kalvin Jr. and Keyon and one sister, Kamesha…Majoring in Communications at New Haven.
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CAREER NUMBERS TACKLES 2010 2011 TOTAL
G UA A Total TFL PD Int 10 15 7 22 2.5 3 0 13 24 9 33 0.0 9 0 23 39 16 55 2.5 12 0
FF FR Blkd 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 1
Tackles: 7, twice, most recent West Chester, 09/03/11 (6-1) Tackles for loss: 1.0, twice, most recent Saint Anselm, 11/05/10 Fumbles forced: 1, Lincoln, 09/11/10 Pass breakups: 2, twice, most recent American Int’l, 10/15/11 Blocked kicks: 1, American Int’l, 10/15/11
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SENIOR | 6-3 | 183 INDIANTOWN, FLA. | SOUTH FORK
2009: Appeared in all 10 games … Recorded 29 catches for 367 yards … Had a season-high 101 yards on five catches at Southern Connecticut (10/2) … Tallied a touchdown vs. Stonehill (9/26), at Southern Connecticut and at Saint Anselm (10/31) … Recorded a season-high 54-yard catch at Saint Anselm. High School: Named to the All-Florida State Honorable Mention Team and the First Team All-Area ... Played in the Outback Bowl All-Star Game ... Also played on the Bulldogs basketball team. Personal: Undecided on major ... Son of Jason Thompson and Annita McKnight ... One brother, Emmanuel.
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2010: Northeast-10 Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll Fall 2010 and Spring 2011 … Played in seven games and made one start … Tallied 16 receptions for 217 yards and three touchdowns … Averaged 31.0 yards per game and 13.6 yards per reception … Posted a season-high 82 receiving yards and two touchdowns
against Stonehill (10/2) … Also posted a season-high six catches against Assumption (9/18).
2012 PLAYERS
2011: Named Don Hansen All-Super Region Second Team…NE-10 Player of the Week (11/27)…NE-10 Conference First Team… Appeared in all 13 games, including one start for the Chargers… Ranked 41st in the nation and third in the NE-10 Conference with 80.46 receiving yards per game…Led the team with 1,046 total receiving yards to average 24.3 yards per catch…Finished second on the team with 86 total points and averaging 80.7 all-purpose yards per game… Completed two passes on two attempts…Reached the 100-yard receiving plateau in four games…Recorded a season-best 214 receiving yards on six receptions with four touchdowns against Kutztown (11/26) in the NCAA Division II Football Championship Second Round.
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GAME HIGHS Points scored: 26, Kutztown, 11/26/11 Touchdowns: 4, Kutztown, 11/26/11 Receptions: 7, at Southern Connecticut, 10/07/11 Receiving yards: 214, Kutztown, 11/26/11 (6 receptions) Receiving TDs: 4, Kutztown, 11/26/11 Long reception: 80, at Saint Anselm, 11/12/11 All-purpose yards: 214, Kutztown, 11/26/11
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RECEIVING G Rec Yds TD Lg Rec/G Avg/C Avg/G 2009 10 29 367 3 54 2.9 12.7 36.7 2010 7 16 217 3 41 2.3 13.6 31.0 2011 13 43 1046 14 80 3.3 24.3 80.5 TOTAL 30 88 1630 20 80 2.9 18.5 54.3
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OUTSIDE LINEBACKER SENIOR | 5-9 | 185 BROCKTON, MASS. | BROCKTON
2011: NE-10 Conference First Team… Started all 13 games for the Chargers… Fourth on the team with 73 tackles…Collected seven tackles-for-loss, two sacks, one fumble recovery and broke up one pass…Collected four tackles, one tackle-for-loss and broke up one pass against Saint Augustine’s (9/10)…Tallied a season-high 14 tackles, one tackle-for-loss and one sack at the NCAA Division II Championship Quarterfinals against Winston-Salem (12/3).
2009: All-Northeast-10 Conference Second Team … Northeast-10 All-Rookie Team … Played in all 10 games … Accumulated 57 total tackles, including 22 solo tackles … Had a season-high 13 total tackles vs. Bentley (9/19) … Recorded 4.5 tackles for a loss of 13 yards ... Tallied three interceptions, including an 20-yard interception vs. Bentley (9/19) … Added eight pass breakups … Forced a fumble at Assumption (9/11) and recovered a fumble vs. Pace (10/24) … Recorded a sack vs. Ohio Dominican (11/7).
High School: Played for the Boxers of Brockton High School in Mas2010: Northeast-10 Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll Fall sachusetts. 2010 and Spring 2011 … Played in all 10 games and started nine … Third on the team with 57 total tackles, including 28 solo tackles Personal: Majoring in Criminal Justice ... Son of Alfredo and Maria … Led the team with three fumble recoveries and tied for a team- Gomes ... One brother, Alex, and three sisters, Sofia, Paula and Lara. high three forced fumbles … Also recorded one interception and two pass break ups … Tallied three games with double-digit tackles, including a season-high 12 against Assumption (9/18) … Forced two fumbles against Assumption (9/18) and recovered two fumbles against American International (10/15).
TACKLES 2009 2010 2011 TOTAL
G UA 10 22 10 28 13 37 33 87
A 35 29 36 100
Total 57 57 73 187
TFL PD 4.5 11 1.5 3 7.0 2 13.0 16
Int 3 1 1 5
FF FR Blkd 1 1 0 3 3 0 0 1 0 4 5 0
GAME HIGHS Interceptions: 1, 5 times, most recent at William and Mary, 09/17/11 Long interception return: 20, Bentley, 09/19/09 Tackles: 14, at Winston-Salem State, 12/03/11 (7-7) Sacks: 1.0, twice, most recent at Winston-Salem State, 12/03/11 Tackles for loss: 2.5, at Lincoln, 09/05/09 (2-0) Fumbles forced: 2, Assumption, Sep 18, 2010 Fumbles recovered: 2, at American Int’l, Oct 15, 2010 Pass breakups: 3, at Lincoln, 09/05/09
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SENIOR | 6-4 | 228 SEYMOUR, CONN. | SEYMOUR | LOUISVILLE
2009: All-Northeast-10 Conference Second Team … Northeast-10 AllRookie Team … Named NE-10 Co-Offensive Player of the Week on Nov. 2 … Started at quarterback in all 10 games … Registered one of the best single-season performances by any UNH quarterback … Led the NE-10 with 282.5 passing yards per game … Third in the NE-10 and 17th in all of Division II with 285.5 yards of total offense per game … Second in the NE-10 and 44th in NCAA Division II with a passing efficiency rating of 133.63 … Broke UNH single season records for completions (254) and attempts (411) … Threw 23 passing touchdowns ranking him sixth all-time at UNH in single season records, including a season-high five at Saint Anselm (10/31) … Had a season-high 25 total rushing yards at Southern Connecticut (10/2) and a season-high 23-yard carry vs. Ohio Dominican (11/7) … Had a season-high 386 passing yards at Southern Connecticut … Tallied a season-high 54-yard toss at Saint Anselm. Prior to UNH: Spent one season at the University of Louisville and redshirted. High School: Played football and basketball for the Wildcats of Seymour High School ... All-State and All-Area selection for the Wildcats.
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Personal: Majoring in Criminal Justice ... Son of Sandy and Mary Osiecki ... Two brothers, Mike and Jack ... Father Sandy played in the NFL for the Kansas City Chiefs.
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Points scored: 12, three times, most recent Bentley, 10/22/11 Touchdowns: 2, three times, most recent Bentley, 10/22/11 Pass attempts: 61, at Southern Connecticut, 10/02/09 Pass completions: 37, at SCSU, 10/02/09 Pass yards: 433, Kutztown, 11/26/11 Pass TDs: 5, 4 times, most recent Kutztown, 11/26/11 Had intercepted: 3, twice, most recent West Chester, 09/03/11 Long pass: 80, at Saint Anselm, 11/12/11 Total offense attempts: 64, at SCSU, 10/02/09 (3 rush,61 pass) Total ofense yards: 461, Kutztown, 11/26/11 (28 rush,433 pass)
HISTORY & RECORDS
PASS G Att Cmp Int Yds TD Lg Pct Avg/P Avg/G Effic 2009 10 411 254 9 2825 23 54 61.8 6.9 282.5 133.6 2010 10 273 155 6 1861 16 52 56.8 6.8 186.1 129.0 2011 13 341 224 12 3336 36 80 65.7 9.8 256.6 175.7 TOTAL 33 1025 633 27 8022 75 80 61.8 7.8 243.1 146.4
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2010: Two-time Northeast-10 Conference Offensive Player of the Week (9/7, 10/11) … Team co-captain … Stated all 10 games … Led the team with 1,861 passing yards and 16 passing touchdowns … Completed 155of-273 passes with six interceptions … Averaged 186.1 passing yards per game and recorded a 129.0 passer efficiency rating … Ranked 66th in Division II and fourth in the Northeast-10 Conference in passing efficiency … Added 69 rushing yards and three rushing touchdowns on 53 carries … Recorded a season-high 301 passing yards and four touchdowns against
Seton Hill (9/4) … Also crossed the 200-yard passing plateau in three other games … Tallied a season-high 298 yards of total offense with three total touchdowns against Saint Anselm (11/5).
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2011: Named Don Hansen Football Gazette NCAA Division II All-American Honorable Mention…Also named D2Football.com All-American Honorable Mention…Don Hansen All-Super Region Second Team…Daktronics, Inc., Division II All-Super Region Second Team…Named New England Football Writer’s Division II/III Gold Helmet Award Winner…Received New England Football Writer’s Division II/III All-New England Team honors…NE-10 Offensive Player of the Year…NE-10 Conference First Team…Started all 13 games…Ranked 34th in the nation and third in the NE-10 Conference in total offense with 259.08 yards per game…Led the team with 3,336 passing yards and 36 passing touchdowns, both new UNH single-season records…Completed 224-of-341 pass attempts with 12 interceptions…Averaged 256.6 passing yards per game and finished second in the nation with a 175.67 passing efficiency…Collected 32 rushing yards and eight rushing touchdowns on 96 carries...Crossed the 200-yard passing mark in nine games…Recorded 423 passing yards including three touchdown passes and one rushing touchdown at Southern Connecticut (10/7)…Tallied a career-best 433 passing yards against Kutztown (11/26) in the NCAA Division II Championship Second Round.
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SENIOR | 6-2 | 205 HUNTINGTON STATION, N.Y. | WALT WHITMAN | IONA
2011: Appeared in all 13 games for the Chargers…Collected 23 passing yards and one passing touchdown against Pace (11/5)…Completed 359 rushing yards on 47 attempts… Collected 13 rushing yards on two attempts…Served as the primary holder on the Chargers’ Special Teams.
All-County honors in football and was named the MVP of the Annual Nassau vs. Suffolk All-Star football game ... Four-year honor roll student. Personal: Undecided on major ... Son of Artie and Mary Key DeRosa ... One brother, Spence, and two sisters, Paige and Haley.
2010: Played in all 10 games as the primary holder … Also attempted two passes and recorded one rushing attempt against Saint Anselm (11/5). 2009: Appeared in six games … Recorded a 12-yard pass for a touchdown vs. Pace (10/24). Prior to UNH: Played one season at Iona College in New Rochelle, N.Y. High School: Three-sport athlete for the Wildcats of Walt Whitman High School ... Played football, basketball and lacrosse ... Earned
PASS G Att 2009 6 1 2010 10 2 2011 13 2 TOTAL 29 5
Cmp Int Yds 1 0 12 0 0 0 1 0 23 2 0 35
TD Lg Pct Avg/P Avg/G 1 12 100 12.0 2.0 0 0 0.0 0.0 0.0 1 23 50.0 11.5 1.8 2 23 40.0 7.0 1.2
Effic 530.8 0.0 311.6 230.8
GAME HIGHS Pass attempts: 1, 5 times, most recent Pace, 11/05/11 Pass completions: 1, twice, most recent Pace, 11/05/11 Pass yards: 23, Pace, 11/05/11 Pass TDs: 1, twice, most recent Pace, 11/05/11 Long pass: 23, Pace, 11/05/11 Total offense attempts: 2, Pace, 11/05/11 (1 rush,1 pass) Total ofense yards: 32, Pace, 11/05/11 (9 rush,23 pass)
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SENIOR | 6-1 | 195 WEST MILFORD, N.J. | WEST MILFORD
2011: Played in 11 games for the Char- of James and Maria Music ... One brother, James, and one sister, gers…Registered 14 receptions for a total Victoria. of 178 yards and two touchdowns…Tallied a season-high 55 yards with one touchdown against Stonehill (10/1)…Collected four tackles on special teams.
2012 PLAYERS
2010: Northeast-10 Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll Spring 2011 … Played in all 10 games … Grabbed four receptions for 46 yards, including a season-high 27-yard reception against Stonehill (10/2) … Also recorded one assisted tackle on special teams.
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2009: Did not see game action.
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High School: Earned First Team All-Conference and Second Team All-County honors as a senior at West Milford High School ... Selected to play in the East/West Robeson Classic All-Star game ... Also a member of the Highlanders basketball and baseball teams. Personal: Majoring in Management of Sports Industries ... Son
CAREER NUMBERS Yds TD Lg 46 0 27 178 2 51 224 2 51
Rec/G Avg/C 0.4 11.5 1.3 12.7 0.9 12.4
Avg/G 4.6 16.2 10.7
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GAME HIGHS HISTORY & RECORDS
Points scored: 6, twice, most recent Stonehill, 10/01/11 Touchdowns: 1, twice, most recent Stonehill, 10/01/11 Receptions: 2, six times, most recent Kutztown, 11/26/11 Receiving yards: 55, Stonehill, 10/01/11 (2 receptions) Receiving TDs: 1, twice, most recent Stonehill, 10/01/11 Long reception: 51, Stonehill, 10/01/11
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SENIOR | 5-9 | 185 HAMDEN, CONN. | HAMDEN
2011: Started all 13 games…Led the team with 50 receptions…Collected 528 receiving yards to average 10.6 yards per catch… Also led the team with eight punt returns, finishing with a 11.5 punt return average… Collected 61 receiving yards on five receptions at the NCAA Division II Championship Quarterfinals against Winston-Salem (12/3).
receiving yards on 33 catches, including a season-high 22-yard catch at Stonehill (9/26) …Returned 10 kick returns, including a season-high 40-yard return vs. Bentley (9/19) … Tallied 14 punt returns, including a 28-yard return vs. Pace.
High School: All-State wide receiver for the Hamden High School Dragons ... All-Southern Connecticut Conference selection and Second Team All-Area ... Named a Governor’s Cup and New Haven 2010: Played in all 10 games and started two contests … Played as County All-Star. a running back and wide receiver throughout the season … Finished with 15 carries for 78 yards in the backfield … Grabbed 17 recep- Personal: Majoring in Engineering ... Son of Gary and Luz Smart ... tions for 213 yards as a receiver … Also returned three kickoffs for One brother, Jon, and one sister, Jade. a total of 56 yards … Registered 347 all-purpose yards … Tallied a season-high 114 all-purpose yards against Saint Anselm (11/5) … Also added two total tackles on special teams. 2009: Appeared in all 10 games as a versatile offensive and special teams player … Rushed for 278 yards on 69 carries … Recorded a rushing touchdown vs. Pace (10/24) and at Saint Anselm (10/31) … Had a season-high 80-yard carry at Saint Anselm … Tallied 229
RECEIVING G Rec Yds TD Lg Rec/G Avg/C Avg/G 2009 10 33 229 0 22 3.3 6.9 22.9 2010 10 17 213 0 37 1.7 12.5 21.3 2011 13 50 528 2 52 3.8 10.6 40.6 TOTAL 33 100 970 2 52 3.0 9.7 29.4
GAME HIGHS Points scored: 6, 4 times Touchdowns: 1, 4 times Receptions: 6, 4 times Receiving yards: 69, Saint Anselm, Nov 05, 2010 (5 receptions) Receiving TDs: 1, West Chester, 09/03/11 ; at Assumption, 09/24/11 Long reception: 52, Saint Augustine’s, 09/10/11 Punt returns: 4, Stonehill, 09/26/09 ; Pace, 11/05/11 Punt return yards: 59, Pace, 11/05/11 (4 returns) Long punt return: 28, Pace, 10/24/09 All-purpose yards: 165, at Saint Anselm, 10/31/09
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KERVIN EDOUARD
SENIOR | 6-1 | 240 SOMERVILLE, MASS. | SOMERVILLE
2010: Northeast-10 Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll Fall 2010 … Played in nine games … Totaled 23 tackles, 3.5 tackles-forloss and 2.5 sacks … Recovered one fumble, broke up three passes and blocked a kick … Posted a season-high six tackles against Pace (10/30) … Blocked a field goal against Bentley (9/24).
2012 PLAYERS
2011: Appeared in all 13 games for the Chargers…Collected 32 total tackles, 0.5 Personal: Undecided on major ... One brother, Fedler. tackles-for-loss, 0.5 sacks, one forced fumble, one interception and one pass break-up…Collected a season-high five tackles, 0.5 tackles-for-loss and 0.5 sacks at Southern Connecticut (10/7)…Recorded a tackle at the NCAA Division II Championship Quarterfinals against Winston-Salem (12/3).
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High School: Played both football and basketball at Somerville High School ... Named an All-Star in football and the team’s Most Valuable Player.
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GAME HIGHS Interceptions: 1, American Int’l, 10/15/11 Tackles: 6, at Pace, 10/30/10 (5-1) Sacks: 1.0, twice, most recent at Pace, 10/30/10 (1-0) Tackles for loss: 2.0, at Pace, 10/30/10 (2-0) Fumbles forced: 1, West Chester, 09/03/11 Fumbles recovered: 1, twice, most recent Pace, 11/05/11 Pass breakups: 1, 4 times, most recent American Int’l, 10/15/11 Blocked kicks: 1, at Bentley, 09/24/10
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TACKLES G UA A Total TFL Sack PD FF FR Blkd 2009 1 0 1 1 0.0 0.0 0 0 0 0 2010 9 11 12 23 3.5 2.5 3 0 1 1 2011 13 7 25 32 0.5 0.5 2 1 1 0 TOTAL 23 18 38 56 4.0 3.0 5 1 2 1
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SENIOR | 6-0 | 175 DORCHESTER, MASS. | CHARLESTOWN
2011: Played in 12 games for the Chargers at multiple positions and on special teams…Posted 17 total tackles, including five solo tackles…Collected an interception and one pass break-up…Tallied three tackles and one interception against Saint Augustine’s (9/10)… Collected two tackles in the NCAA Division II Championship Quarterfinals against Winston-Salem (12/3)...Transitioned to the offense and wide receiver in the offseason.
... Also a member of the Patriots track team and earned All-State honors in 2008. Personal: Majoring in Mass Education ... Son of Bertha Fraiser ... Two brothers, Brian and Brendan, and one sister, Tasha.
2010: Played in six games … Totaled eight tackles, including seven solo tackles … Recorded a season-high seven tackles against Pace (10/30). 2009: Appeared in nine games … Averaged 5.3 yards on three catches, including a season-long seven-yard catch vs. Bentley (9/19) … Tallied a 45-yard kick return at Saint Anselm (10/31). High School: Played for the Patriots of Charlestown High School ... Tallied 1,100 all purpose yards and 11 touchdowns as a senior
RECEIVING G Rec Yds TD Lg Rec/G Avg/C Avg/G 2009 9 3 16 0 7 0.3 5.3 1.8 2010 6 0 0 0 0 0.0 0.0 0.0 2011 12 0 0 0 0 0.0 0.0 0.0 TOTAL 27 3 16 0 7 0.1 5.3 0.6
GAME HIGHS Receptions: 1, three times, most recent at SCSU, 10/02/09 Receiving yards: 7, Bentley, 09/19/09 (1 receptions) Long reception: 7, Bentley, 09/19/09 All-purpose yards: 45, at Saint Anselm, 10/31/09 Kick returns: 1, at Saint Anselm, 10/31/09 Kick return yards: 45, at Saint Anselm, 10/31/09 (1 returns) Long kick return: 45, at Saint Anselm, 10/31/09 Interceptions: 1, Saint Augustine’s, 09/10/11 Tackles: 7, at Pace, Oct 30, 2010 (6-1) Pass breakups: 1, Pace, 11/05/11
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ALEX VIZCAINO
SOPHOMORE | 6-3 | 200 MONROE TOWNSHIP, N.J. | MONROE TOWNSHIP
2011: Did not see game action.
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High School: Three-sport athlete for the Falcons of Monroe Township High School… Helped lead team to New Jersey Group III State Championship in 2009…Selected to New Jersey Super 100 AllState Football and All-State Group III/IV teams in 2009 and 2010… All-County and All-Division selections in 2009 and 2010…All-Area selection in 2010…Named Monroe Township Football Player of the Year for 2010/11…Selected to play in the New Jersey Snapple Bowl All-Star Game…Also played baseball and basketball…Broke the single season school batting average record.
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Personal: Son of Oscar and Mary Ellen Vizcaino…Majoring in PreDental at New Haven.
JUNIOR | 6-0 | 170 MALDEN, MASS. | MALDEN
2010: Did not see game action.
Personal: Son of Meraide and Louisius Antenor…Majoring in Engineering at UNH.
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High School: A three-sport athlete for Malden High School…Named to the All-Conference teams in 2008-09…Recipient of the team’s Most Valuable Player and Defensive Player of the Year awards in 2009…Selected to the Agganis All-Star Game in 2009…Also an EMASS All-Star honoree in 2009…Served as team captains in football and track and field as a senior.
HISTORY & RECORDS
2011: Played in all 13 games for the Chargers…Recorded 22 solo and 16 assisted tackles, 1.5 tackles-for-loss, one pass break-up and recovered one fumble… Posted six tackles, a tackle-for-loss and a fumble recovery against West Chester (9/3)…Tallied a season-high seven tackles, including five solo tackles and 0.5 tackles-for-loss in the NCAA Division II Championship Quarterfinals against WinstonSalem (12/3).
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SENIOR | 6-1 | 192 STUART, FLA. | SOUTH FORK
2011: Saw action in all 13 games for the Chargers…Posted a total of 23 passing yards and one passing touchdown… Posted 17 completed passes on 25 attempts with one interception...Completed 359 rushing yards on 47 attempts…Recorded a season-high 107 rushing yards at Saint Anselm (11/12).
800 yards rushing. Named the Scripps Newspaper Player of the Week after completing 10-of-11 passes for 200 yards and four touchdowns ... Named to the Outback All-Star team, the football MVP and was the team captain as a senior ... Helped lead South Fork to the regional finals for the first time in school history ... Also played four years on the varsity basketball team for the Bulldogs.
Personal: Majoring in Management of Sports Industries ... Son of 2010: Played in nine games … Completed 7-of-7 pass attempts for John and Michelle Nelson ... Two brothers, Greg and John, and one 231 yards and two touchdowns … Also ran the ball 20 times for a sister, Aylse. total of 99 yards and two touchdowns … Averaged 36.7 yards of total offense per game … Had a season-high 86 passing yards with a touchdown pass against Lincoln (9/11) … Tallied 26 rushing yards and one touchdown against Pace (10/30).
2012 OUTLOOK
2009: Redshirt season. High School: Second Team All-State for the Bulldogs of South Fork High School ... Also named to the First Team All-Area and played basketball for the Bulldogs ... Tallied 1,800 yards passing and
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CAREER NUMBERS PASS G Att Cmp Int Yds TD Lg Pct Avg/P Avg/G Effic 2010 9 7 7 0 231 2 86 100 33.0 25.7 471.5 2011 13 25 17 1 278 3 40 68.0 11.1 21.4 193.0 TOTAL 22 32 24 1 509 5 86 75.0 15.9 23.1 253.9
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Points scored: 6, four times, most recent Pace, 11/05/11 Touchdowns: 1, four times, most recent Pace, 11/05/11 Rush attempts: 10, at Saint Anselm, 11/12/11 Rush yards: 107, at Saint Anselm, 11/12/11 (10 carries) Rush TDs: 1, four times, most recent Pace, 11/05/11 Long rush: 45, Pace, 11/05/11 Pass attempts: 6, Saint Augustine’s, 09/10/11 Pass completions: 4, twice, most recent American Int’l, 10/15/11 Pass yards: 86, Lincoln, 09/11/10 Pass TDs: 1, five times, most recent Pace, 11/05/11 Had intercepted: 1, at William and Mary, 09/17/11 Long pass: 86, Lincoln, 09/11/10 Total offense attempts: 13, Saint Augustine’s, 09/10/11 (7 rush,6 pass) Total offense yards: 137, at Saint Anselm, 11/12/11 (107 rush,30 pass) All-purpose yards: 107, at Saint Anselm, 11/12/11
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THE RETURNERS KAMEEL LASHLEY SENIOR | 6-3 | 246 BOSTON, MASS. | BOSTON COMM. LEADERSHIP ACADEMY on 18 catches … Had a season-high 46 receiving yards vs. AIC (10/10) … Recorded a season-high 32-yard catch at Saint Anselm (10/31) … Tallied four touchdowns. High School: Named the Boston Community Leadership Academy Bengals Player of the Year ... Played in the Shriners All-Star Football Game ... Rushed for over 1,500 yards as a senior. Personal: Majoring in Finance ... Son of Richardo Lashley and Karen Love.
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2010: Started all 10 games … Ranked third on the team in receiving with 398 receiving yards … Tallied 22 catches and three touchdowns … Led the team with 18.1 yards per reception and third on the team with 39.8 receiving yards per game … Grabbed a season-high four catches in two games, against Seton Hill (9/4) and Pace (10/30) … Recorded a season-high 82 receiving yards against Pace (10/30), including a 52-yard touchdown reception.
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2011: Named Don Hansen Football Gazette NCAA Division II All-American Second Team…Also named Don Hansen All-Super Region First Team…Daktronics, Inc., Division II All-Super Region First Team…NE-10 Conference First Team…Started all 13 games for the Chargers… Collected 404 receiving yards on 25 receptions…Tallied four touchdowns…Posted 55 total yards on five kick returns…Recorded a season-best 128 yards on five receptions for two touchdowns at Saint Anselm (11/12)
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2009: Appeared in all 10 games … Recorded 195 receiving yards
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GAME HIGHS Points scored: 12, at Saint Anselm, 11/12/11 Touchdowns: 2, at Saint Anselm, 11/12/11 Receptions: 5, twice, most recent at Saint Anselm, 11/12/11 Receiving yards: 128, at Saint Anselm, 11/12/11 (5 receptions) Receiving TDs: 2, at Saint Anselm, 11/12/11 Long reception: 54, at Saint Anselm, 11/12/11 Kick returns: 2, at Winston-Salem State, 12/03/11 Kick return yards: 25, at Winston-Salem State, 12/03/11 (2 returns) Long kick return: 19, Kutztown, 11/26/11
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RECEIVING G Rec Yds TD Lg Rec/G Avg/C Avg/G 2009 10 18 195 4 32 1.8 10.8 19.5 2010 10 22 398 3 52 2.2 18.1 39.8 2011 13 25 404 4 54 1.9 16.2 31.1 TOTAL 33 65 997 11 54 2.0 15.3 30.2
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SENIOR | 6-0 | 160 NEW YORK, N.Y. | PHILLIP RANDOLPH
2011: Started all 13 games ... Third on the team with 40 receptions for a total of 571 yards ... Also grabbed two touchdown catches and tallied multiple catches in ten games ... Recorded a season-best 80 yards off five catches at Southern Connecticut State (10/7) ... Grabbed a season-best six catches for 66 yards against West Chester (9/3).
... Ranked in the top 50 prep school wide receivers in the country in 2007 and was second in the State of New York in receptions in 2007 ... Also ran track at Phillip Randolph High. Personal: Undecided on major ... Son of Judy C. Jones ... One sister, Nicole.
2010: Started all 10 games … Recorded 17 receptions for a total of 136 yards … Registered a 15-yard long and 13.6 yards per game … Tallied a season-high 70 receiving yards and eight catches against Southern Connecticut State (10/8). 2009: Appeared in all 10 games ... Averaged 13.8 yards on 33 catches for 455 total receiving yards … Recorded a touchdown at Merrimack (10/17) … Had a season-high 122 receiving yards on six catches vs. Stonehill (9/26) … Had a season-high 38-yard catch at Stonehill. High School: Played at Phillip Randolph High School in New York
RECEIVING G Rec Yds TD Lg Rec/G Avg/C Avg/G 2009 10 33 455 1 38 3.3 13.8 45.5 2010 10 17 136 0 15 1.7 8.0 13.6 2011 13 40 571 2 39 3.1 14.3 43.9 TOTAL 33 90 1162 3 39 2.7 12.9 35.2
GAME HIGHS Points scored: 6, three times, most recent Stonehill, 10/01/11 Touchdowns: 1, three times, most recent Stonehill, 10/01/11 Receptions: 8, twice, most recent SCSU, 10/08/10 Receiving yards: 122, Stonehill, 09/26/09 (6 receptions) Receiving TDs: 1, three times, most recent Stonehill, 10/01/11 Long reception: 39, Stonehill, 10/01/11 Total offense yards: 3, Bentley, 09/19/09 (3 rush,0 pass) All-purpose yards: 122, Stonehill, 09/26/09
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WILLIAM CLEMENTS JUNIOR | 6-4 | 200 PENNSAUKEN, N.J. | BISHOP EUSTACE
2011: Did not see game action. 2010: Did not see game action.
Personal: Son of Susan and C. David Clements…One sister, Samantha…Majoring in Criminal Justice at New Haven.
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High School: Played three sports at Bishop Eustace Preparatory School…A member of the Crusaders football team for four years, including one year with varsity…Earned three varsity letters for basketball…Recipient of the Coaches’ Award as a senior…Also played golf.
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SENIOR | 5-9 | 175 CORAL SPRINGS, FLA. | SAINT THOMAS AQUINAS | CENTRAL CONN. ST.
2011: Named Don Hansen All-Super Region Second Team…NE-10 Special Teams Player of the Week (11/27)…NE-10 Special Teams Player of the Week (10/23)…NE-10 Conference Second Team…Played in all 13 games as the Chargers’ place kicker and punter…Ranked 31st in the nation and first in the NE-10 Conference with 1.08 field goals per game… Tallied 92 kickoffs for a total of 5,582 yards and an average of 60.7 yards per kickoff…Forced nine touchbacks...Collected 14 successful field goals out of 17 attempts…Forced three touchbacks at Saint Anselm (11/12)…Tallied a season-long 47-yard field goal against Stonehill (10/1)…Attempted 28 punts for a total of 979 yards and a 35.0 yard average…Tallied a 58-yard long punt against Pace (11/5)...Led the team in scoring with 105 points. 2010: All-Northeast-10 Conference First Team … Northeast-10 Conference All-Rookie Team … Two-time Northeast-10 Conference Special Teams Player of the Week (9/13, 10/4) … Northeast-10 Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll Fall 2010 … Started all 10 games as the Chargers’ place kicker and punter … Tallied 63
kickoffs for a total of 3,620 yards and an average of 57.5 yards per kickoff … Forced six touchbacks, including three against American International (10/15) … Ranked tied for 22nd in Division II with 1.10 field goals per game … Connected on 11-of-15 field goal attempts, including 7-of-9 inside 40-yards … Booted two 45-yard field goals, against Lincoln (9/11) and American International (10/15) … Attempted 35 punts for a total of 1,156 yards and a 33.0 yard average … Booted a 58-yard long against Stonehill (10/2) … Also connected on 37-of-39 point after attempts … Led the team in scoring with 70 total points. Prior to UNH: Attended Palm Beach State and Central Connecticut State University in 2009. High School: Helped lead the St. Thomas Aquinas football team to a State Championship in 2008 … Also played soccer for the Raiders. Personal: Son of Marianne and Danny Scifo … One brother, Daniel and one sister, Kristy … Majoring in Business Management at New Haven.
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FIELD GOALS 2010 2011 TOTAL
G 10 13 23
Att 15 17 32
Made 11 14 25
Lg Pct 45 73.3 47 82.4 47 78.1
PUNTING 2010 2011 TOTAL
G 10 13 23
No. 35 28 63
Yards Lg Avg 1156 58 33.0 979 58 35.0 2135 58 33.9
GAME HIGHS Points scored: 14, Saint Augustine’s, 09/10/11 Kick PATs: 9, Pace, 11/05/11 Points by kicking: 14, Saint Augustine’s, 09/10/11 Field goals made: 3, three times, most recent Kutztown, 11/26/11 Field goal attempts: 4, at American Int’l, Oct 15, 2010 Longest field goal: 47, Stonehill, 10/01/11 Punt attempts: 7, at Merrimack, 10/29/11 Punt yards: 221, at Merrimack, 10/29/11 (7 punts) Longest punt: 58, twice, most recent Pace, 11/05/11
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JUNIOR | 6-0 | 175 NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLA. | NORTHEAST
2011: Played in six games for the Chargers…Tallied six tackles with one solo and five assisted tackles…Collected a seasonhigh three tackles against Pace (11/5).
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2010: Did not see game action.
Personal: Son of Delia Ford and Daniel Francis Sr.…Majoring in Graphic Design at New Haven.
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SOPHOMORE | 5-10 | 185 WILMINGTON, DEL. | ARCHMERE ACADEMY
2011: Did not see game action.
Personal: Son of Kevin and Anne Weaver…Majoring in Business Marketing at New Haven.
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High School: All-Conference defensive back for the Auks of Archmere Academy…BlueGold All-Star Game nominee…Also wrestled and was third in New England at 171 pounds.
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High School: Played cornerback and receiver for the Hurricanes of Northeast High School.
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SENIOR | 5-11 | 185 PHILADELPHIA, PA. | JAMES HILLHOUSE
2011: Named Don Hansen All-Super Region Third Team…Received New England Football Writers Division II/III All-New England Team honors…NE-10 Conference First Team…NE-10 Defensive Player of the Week (9/25)…Started all 13 games for the Chargers…Ranked third on the team with 79 tackles, including 44 solo tackles…Tallied 2.5 tacklesfor-loss for 14 yards…Collected 1.5 sacks and six pass break ups… Tallied a season-high six solo tackles and four assisted tackles with two forced fumbles at Assumption (9/24)…Tallied seven tackles, including one tackle-for-loss of eight yards and one sack against Bentley (10/22).
against Southern Connecticut State (10/8). 2009: Appeared in nine games as a returner and quarterback … Averaged 20.8 yards on 15 kick returns … Had a season high 43 yard return at Southern Connecticut (10/2) … Averaged 25.3 on three catches and 4.1 yards on 12 carries out of the Chargers “Wildcat” offensive sets … Had a 43-yard catch for a touchdown vs. Ohio Dominican (11/7). High School: Went to James Hillhouse High School in New Haven, Conn. ... Member of the Hillhouse football, baseball and track teams ... Also a member of the National Honor Society, while graduating in the top 10 of his senior class.
2010: Played in all 10 games and started two … Ranked fifth on the team with 50 total tackles, including 35 solo stops … Tallied Personal: Majoring in Criminal Justice ... Son of Lisa Risco Melvin. 2.5 tackles-for-loss, three pass break ups and one forced fumble … Posted a season-high 12 tackles and two pass break ups against Merrimack (10/23) … Also registered 10 stops against Saint Anselm (11/5) … Returned nine kickoffs for a total of 155 yards, including a 54-yard long … Returned a season-high five kickoffs for 113 yards
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G UA A Total TFL PD Sack FF FR Blkd 9 2 1 3 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 10 35 15 50 2.5 3 0.0 1 0 0 13 44 35 79 2.5 6 1.5 2 3 0 32 81 51 132 5.0 9 1.5 3 3 0
GAME HIGHS Tackles: 12, Merrimack, Oct 23, 2010 (9-3) Sacks: 1.0, Bentley, 10/22/11 (1-0) Tackles for loss: 1.0, 4 times Fumbles forced: 2, at Assumption, 09/24/11 Fumbles recovered: 1, three times, most recent Amer. Int’l, 10/15/11 Pass breakups: 3, Bentley, 10/22/11
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JUNIOR | 6-0 | 185 SHELTON, CONN. | SHELTON
2011: Did not see game action.
State (10/8).
2010: Played in three games … Posted four total tackles … Tallied a season-high two stops against Southern Connecticut
High School: A two-time All-Valley section for the Gaels of Shelton High School ... Helped lead the Gaels to a 17-5 overall record in his junior and senior seasons.
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Personal: Majoring in Criminal Justice ... Son of Michael and Cynthia Stevko ... Four brothers, Mike, Tom, Chris, and Nick.
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SOPHOMORE | 5-9 | 205 MONROE, N.Y. | MONROE-WOODBURY
2011: Did not see game action.
Personal: Son of Trevor and Jeanette Officer…Has two sisters; Monique and Tanya…Undecided on a major.
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High School: Played for the Crusaders of Monroe-Woodbury High School…First Team All-Conference from 2008 to 2010…Named the Section 9 Player of the Year in 2010…Second Team All-State selection in 2010…Selected to the Second MSG All Metro All-Star team in 2010.
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SENIOR | 5-11 | 175 MANSFIELD, MASS. | MANSFIELD
2011: Started all 13 games for the Chargers…Ranked tied for 26th in the nation and fifth in the NE-10 Conference with 0.46 interceptions per game…Led the team with six interceptions…Recorded 28 solo and 10 assisted tackles and four pass break-ups…Collected a season-best nine tackles and broke up one pass against West Chester (9/3)…Recorded three tackles and two interceptions at Saint Anselm (11/12).
necticut (10/2) … Tallied a pass breakup vs. Ohio Dominican (11/7). High School: Hockomock League All-Star for the Hornets of Mansfield High School ... Helped lead the Hornets to league championships four straight seasons ... Sun Chronicle All-Star in 2007-08 ... Also a captain of the Mansfield High School track and field team. Personal: Majoring in Secondary Education ... Son of George and Lisa Chalifoux ... One sister, Sara.
2010: Started nine games … Finished seventh on the team with 41 total tackles … Recorded 22 solo stops and one tackle-for-loss … Grabbed two interception and broke up six passes … Forced one fumble and recovered one fumble … Amassed a season-high eight tackles against Southern Connecticut State … Recorded one tackle-for-loss, two pass break ups and one interception against Lincoln (9/11). 2009: Appeared in five games … Recorded 21 tackles, including 15 unassisted … Had a season-high seven tackles at Southern Con-
TACKLES 2009 2010 2011 TOTAL
G UA A Total TFL PD Int 5 15 6 21 0.0 1 0 9 22 19 41 1.0 8 2 13 28 10 38 0.0 10 6 27 65 35 100 1.0 19 8
FF FR Blkd 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 0
GAME HIGHS Interceptions: 2, at Saint Anselm, 11/12/11 Long interception return: 35, Lincoln, Sep 11, 2010 Tackles: 9, West Chester, 09/03/11 (6-3) Tackles for loss: 1.0, Lincoln, Sep 11, 2010 (1-0) Fumbles forced: 1, Southern Conn. St., Oct 08, 2010 Fumbles recovered: 1, Southern Conn. St., Oct 08, 2010 Pass breakups: 2, twice, most recent Merrimack, Oct 23, 2010
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SENIOR | 5-8 | 200 PATTERSON, N.J. | PASSAIC COUNTY TECH Recorded a season-high 202 rushing yards on 46 carries against American International (10/15) … Also came five yards away from 200 rushing yards against Bentley (9/24) … Scored two touchdowns in four games, against Bentley (9/24), Stonehill (10/2), Merrimack (10/23) and Pace (10/30).
2010: Don Hansen Football Gazette Super Region One Third Team … New England Football Writers Division II/II All-New England Team … All-Northeast-10 Conference First Team … Northeast-10 Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll Fall 2010 … New Haven Gridiron Club Jacunski Award Winner, awarded to the top offensive college player in the area … UNH Male Athlete of the Year … Started nine games … Led the Northeast-10 Conference and ranked 18th in Division II with 113.44 rushing yards per game … Became the third person in UNH football history to rush for 1,000 yards in a season (Roger Graham and Don Highsmith) … Amassed 1,021 rushing yards on 201 carries for 5.1 yards per carry … Scored 11 touchdowns and ran for two scored in four different games … Also caught four passes for 32 yards … Second on the team with 66 points and tied for 47th in Division II with 7.33 points per game …
2009: Appeared in all 10 games … Rushed for 169 yards on 49 carries … Had a season-high 75 rushing yards, including a seasonhigh 39-yard carry at Lincoln (9/5) … Recorded 6 catches for 51 receiving yards … Tallied five touchdowns. High School: Played at Passaic County Tech in the Northern Hill Conference of New Jersey ... Named to the Second Team All-County.
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2011: Started in four games for the Chargers before suffering a season-ending injury…Collected 138 rushing yards in 29 attempts...Tallied 76 rushing yards against Saint Augustine’s (9/10).
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Personal: Majoring in Criminal Justice ... Son of Victor and Scarlett Jones ... One brother, Lamont, and one sister, Tavonja. 2012 OUTLOOK
CAREER NUMBERS G Att Yds TD Lg Avg/C Avg/G 10 49 169 5 39 3.4 16.9 9 201 1021 11 68 5.1 113.4 4 29 138 0 34 4.8 34.5 23 279 1328 16 68 4.8 57.7
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GAME HIGHS Points scored: 12, four times, most recent at Pace, 10/30/10 Touchdowns: 2, four times, most recent at Pace, 10/30/10 Rush attempts: 46, at American Int’l, 10/15/10 Rush yards: 202, at American Int’l, 10/15/10 (46 carries) Rush TDs: 2, four times, most recent at Pace, 10/30/10 Long rush: 68, at Pace, 10/30/10 Receptions: 3, twice, most recent SCSU, 10/08/10 Receiving yards: 41, Saint Augustine’s, 09/10/11 (2 receptions) Long reception: 34, Saint Augustine’s, 09/10/11 Total offense attempts: 46, at American Int’l, 10/15/10 (46 rush,0 pass) Total offense yards: 202, at American Int’l, 10/15/10 (202 rush,0 pass) All-purpose yards: 205, at American Int’l, 10/15/10
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JUNIOR | 5-9 | 183 PISCATAWAY, N.J. | PISCATAWAY
2011: Appeared in all 13 games for the Chargers…Third on the team with 307 rushing yards…Recorded a season-high 64 rushing yards on 10 attempts against Pace (11/5)…Collected two rushing touchdowns. 2010: Played in nine games … Totaled 51 rushing yards on 14 carries … Also recorded one tackle on special teams … Amassed a season-high 37 yards on eight carries against Stonehill (10/2). High School: Helped lead the Piscatawa High School Chiefs to a State Championship in 2008…Holds the Chiefs longest touchdown run from scrimmage at 93 yards…Selected to the Star Leger and Courier News All-Star teams in 2009…Invited to the Snapple Bowl as a senior…Recorded 958 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns in 2009…Also a member of the Chiefs track and field team. Personal: Son of Tonya and Anthony Tillman…Two brothers, Cleveland and Drakeford…Majoring in Biology at New Haven.
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JUNIOR | 5-10 | 175 BRIDGEPORT, CONN. | BRIDGE ACADEMY
2011: Played in 10 games for the Chargers…Amassed 22 total tackles, including 12 solo and 10 assisted tackles…Tallied his only pass break-up with three tackles at Southern Connecticut (10/7)…Recorded a season-high five tackles against Pace (11/5). 2010: Played in one game … Tallied one solo tackled against Merrimack (10/23). High School: Played football and basketball for the The Bridge Academy Lions…Named to the Fairfield County Interscholastic Athletic All-Conference team in 2009…Also selected to the Fairfield County All-Star team in 2010. Personal: Son of Venus and Rodney Lanham…One brother, Marquinn and one sister, Shaunelle…Majoring in Sports Management at New Haven.
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SENIOR | 6-1 | 235 NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. | NEW ROCHELLE | IONA
2011: Played in 12 games for the Chargers…Collected 20 total tackles, four tackles-for loss, two sacks and broke up two passes…Recorded a season-high five tackles, including four solo tackles with one tackle-for-loss and one sack against Pace (11/5).
Personal: Majoring in Management of Sports Industries ... Son of Richard and Sharon Long ... Brother played at Florida A&M University and cousins played at Villanova University.
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2010: Played in four games and started three … Tallied 16 total tackles, including six solo stops … Recorded two pass break ups and one fumble recovery … Stopped a season-high six tackles and recorded one fumble recovery against Stonehill (10/2) ... Suffered a season-ending injury midway through the season.
High School: Graduated in 2008 from New Rochelle High School ... Also played lacrosse at NRHS for the Huguenots.
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2009: Appeared in all 10 games … Recorded 38 total tackles, including 20 unassisted … Had a season-high nine tackles at Merrimack (10/17) … Recorded a tackle for a loss vs. Stonehill (9/26) and AIC (10/10) … Forced a fumble vs. Pace (10/24) … Tallied a pass breakup vs. Pace. Prior to UNH: Spent one season at Iona College.
CAREER NUMBERS G UA A Total TFL PD 10 20 18 38 2.0 1 7 6 10 16 0.0 2 12 11 9 20 4.0 2 29 37 37 74 6.0 5
Sack FF FR Blkd 0.0 1 0 0 0.0 0 1 0 2.0 0 0 0 2.0 1 1 0
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GAME HIGHS Tackles: 9, at Merrimack, 10/17/09 (3-6) Sacks: 1.0, twice, most recent Pace, 11/05/11 (1-0) Tackles for loss: 1.0, 6 times, most recent at St. Anselm, 11/12/11 (1-0) Fumbles forced: 1, Pace, 10/24/09 Fumbles recovered: 1, at Stonehill, Oct 02, 2010 Pass breakups: 2, West Chester, 09/03/11
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SENIOR | 6-0 | 215 ELMWOOD PARK, N.J. | PARAMUS CATHOLIC
2011: Appeared in ten games, including one start for the Chargers…Collected 35 total tackles, three tackles-for-loss and one quarterback hurry…Tallied a season-high eight tackles against Stonehill (10/1)… Collected five solo stops, two assisted tackles and one quarterback hurry at Merrimack (10/29). 2010: Played in nine games … Recorded six total tackles, including five solo stops … Registered a season-high two tackles in two games, against Stonehill (10/2) and Pace (10/30). 2009: Appeared in three games for the Chargers. High School: Played football, basketball and track for the Paladins of Paramus Catholic High School ... Earned All-League honors and was a member of the Bergen County All-Star team. Personal: Majoring in Criminal Justice ... Son of Robert and Marilou Lowery ... One brother, Patrick, and one sister, Melissa.
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G UA A Total TFL PD Sack FF FR Blkd 3 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 9 5 1 6 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 10 11 24 35 3.0 0 0 0 0 0 22 16 25 41 3.0 0 0 0 0 0
GAME HIGHS Tackles: 8, Stonehill, 10/01/11 (1-7) Tackles for loss: 1.5, Pace, 11/05/11 (0-0)
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CHRISTIAN BISH
JUNIOR | 6-2 | 220 BRIDGEPORT, CONN. | BRIDGEPORT CENTRAL
2011: Did not see game action. 2010: Played in all 10 games as the long snapper and special teams player … Totaled six tackles, including three solo tackles.
Personal: Son of Gloria and Brian Bish … Has two sisters, Sara and Ericka and one brother, Brenden … Majoring in Criminal Justice at New Haven.
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High School: Played four seasons with the Bridgeport Central Hilltoppers football team … Named to the Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference All-State Second Team in 2009 … Also named to the All-Conference and All-Star teams as a senior … Selected the Defensive Most Valuable Player for lacrosse in 2010.
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DEFENSIVE END SENIOR | 6-4 | 230 SPARTA, N.J. | SPARTA
2011: Named Don Hansen Football Gazette NCAA Division II All-American Honorable Mention…Also named Don Hansen All-Super Region Second Team…Daktronics, Inc., Division II All-Super Region Second Team… NE-10 Conference First Team…Started 12 games for the Chargers… Ranked tied for ninth in the nation and first in the NE-10 Conference with 1.00 sack per game…Also ranked tied for 90th in the nation and fifth in the NE-10 Conference with 1.21 tackles-for-loss per game…Tallied one fumble return for a touchdown and recorded 13.5 tackles-for-loss for 58 yards…Ranked first on the team with 12 sacks and fifth with 58 tackles…Collected two pass break-ups and three fumble recoveries…Collected seven solo tackles with one tackle-for-loss against West Chester (9/3)…At the NCAA Division II Championship Quarterfinals against Winston-Salem (12/3) collected four solo tackles, one tackle-for-loss and two sacks.
tackles-for-loss and 3.5 sacks … Also recorded one pass break up and one forced fumble … Amassed a season-high five tackles, 1.5 tackles-for-loss and a forced fumble against Merrimack (10/23). 2009: Played in all 10 games ... Accumulated 37 total tackles, including 19 unassisted … Recorded seven tackles for a loss of 38 yards … Added three sacks including a 11 yard loss sack vs. Ohio Dominican (11/7) … Had a 34-yard fumble recovery for a touchdown vs. Pace (10/24) … Tallied five pass breakups. High School: Named to the All-Sussex County Interscholastic League and the All-Area Honorable Mention teams ... Member of the Spartans basketball and track teams ... Also named Third Team All-County in track.
Personal: Son of Thomas and Lauren Herd ... One brother, Timothy, and two sisters, Chelsea and Stephanie ... Majoring in Criminal 2010: Northeast-10 Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll Fall Justice. 2010 and Spring 2011 … Team co-captain … Played in seven games and made six starts … Posted 20 total tackles, including 4.5
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G UA A Total TFL PD 10 19 18 37 7.0 5 7 13 7 20 4.5 1 12 36 22 58 13.5 2 29 68 47 115 25.0 8
Sack FF FR Blkd 3.0 0 1 0 3.5 1 0 0 12.0 0 3 0 18.5 1 4 0
GAME HIGHS Points scored: 6, twice, most recent at SCSU, 10/07/11 Touchdowns: 1, twice, most recent at SCSU, 10/07/11 Tackles: 8, at Saint Anselm, 10/31/09 (6-2) Sacks: 2.0, three times, most recent at Winston-Salem St., 12/03/11 (1-2) Tackles for loss: 2.5, twice, most recent at Assumption, 09/24/11 (2-0) Fumbles forced: 1, Merrimack, Oct 23, 2010 Fumbles recovered: 2, at Southern Connecticut, 10/07/11 Pass breakups: 3, at Saint Anselm, 10/31/09
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VAIL GRAFTON JUNIOR | 5-9 | 183 PRINCETON, N.Y. | NOTRE DAME
2011: Played in four games for the Chargers...Tallied six tackles with one solo and five assisted tackles...Collected a seasonhigh three tackles against Pace (11/5).
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2010: Played in one game against Southern Connecticut State (10/8). 2012 PLAYERS
High School: Three-year starter for the Notre Dame High School Fighting Irish…Tallied a total of 201 tackles, 12 interceptions and three kick returns for touchdowns throughout his career…Selected to the Colonial Valley All-Conference, All-Area and All-State teams in 2009…Served as team captain in 2009…Also played lacrosse. Personal: Son of Loretta and Anthony Ashley…Majoring in Communications at New Haven.
TIGHT END
SENIOR | 6-2 | 236 MADISON, CONN. | DANIEL HAND
2011: Appeared in nine games…Grabbed one catch for 13 yards...Collected 12 total tackles, including four solo tackles on special teams…Posted three tackles against Stonehill (10/1).
2009: Appeared in nine games … Averaged 13.5 yards on six catches … Had a season-high 26-yard catch at Saint Anselm (10/31) … Tallied an 18-yard kickoff return at Saint Anselm.
Personal: Majoring in Business Administration ... Son of TJ and Dana Ruberti ... Two sisters, Carly and Cameron.
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High School: An All-Area and All-Conference performer for the Tigers of Daniel Hand High School ... Helped lead the Tigers to a state title as a sophomore ... Also helped the Tigers to the state championship game as a senior.
HISTORY & RECORDS
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JUNIOR | 6-0 | 200 ROBBINSVILLE, N.J. | ROBBINSVILLE
2011: Played in five games for the Chargers…Tallied 131 rushing yards on 32 attempts, including three rushing touchdowns…Recorded a season-high 76 rushing yards with one touchdown against Pace
2010: Played in one game against Southern Connecticut State (10/8). 2009: Did not see game action. High School: Named to the First Team All-Conference for the Ravens of Robbinsville High School ... Rushed for 2,000 yards and claimed the record at Robbinsville High School ... Also an honor roll student and a member of the track team. Personal: Majoring in Psychology ... Son of David and Paula Alston ... One brother, Kyle.
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SOPHOMORE | 5-9 | 285 HAMDEN, CONN. | HYDE LEADERSHIP
2011: Did not see game action. High School: All-Conference for four straight years at Hyde Leadership…All-State selection from 2007 to 2010…All-Area selection in 2010…All-New England selection for football and track in 2011… Also played basketball and was a member of the Hyde Leadership Society. Personal: Son of Gramen and Teresa Wilson…Has two brothers; Gramen, Jr. and Branden…Majoring in Communications at New Haven.
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CARLOS LOZADA SOPHOMORE | 6-0 | 185 NEW LONDON, CONN. | NEW LONDON
2011: Did not see game action. High School: Played football and track for the Whalers of New London High School… Was named the Student Athlete of the Year…Was also named the Football Scholar Athlete of the Year… Graduated with High Honors.
OUTSIDE LINEBACKER JUNIOR | 5-10 | 195 EVERETT, MASS. | EVERETT
2011: Appeared in eight games for the Chargers…Tallied six total tackles and 0.5 tackles-for-loss…Collected a season-high two tackles against Pace (11/5).
High School: Helped lead the Everett High School Crimson Tide football team to a Super Bowl Championship in 2007 … Named to the Greater Boston League All-Star teams in 2008-09 … Recipient of the Scholar Athlete Award in 2009 … Also selected to play in the 2010 Harry Agganis All-Star Game.
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Personal: Son of Audege and Patrick Jonathas … Two brothers, Ralph and Jahiem and one sister, Shenika … Majoring in Sports Management at New Haven.
HISTORY & RECORDS
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SHERWOOD JONATHAS
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Personal: Son of Kasi and Maria Fletcher…Majoring in Civil Engineering.
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ZACH GUY
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SOPHOMORE | 6-2 | 285 ROCHESTER, N.Y. | AQUINAS
High School: Played for the Fighting Irish of The Aquinas Institute…Named Most Valuable Offensive Lineman on the team in 2010…Helped lead team to NYS Class A Championship in 2010…Appeared in the Upstate Downstate All-Star Game and Eddie Meathe All-Star Game in 2011… Was a member of the boxing team…Graduated with honors. Personal: Son of Greg and Suzanne Guy…Has one brother; Jacob and two sisters; Olivia and Emma…Majoring in Business at New Haven.
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2011: Appeared in three games for the Chargers.
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LINEBACKER
JUNIOR | 6-0 | 225 LINDEN, N.J. | LINDEN
2011: Appeared in eight games for the Chargers…Collected 17 total tackles and two tackles-for-loss…Tallied a season-high seven tackles and 0.5 tackles-for-loss against Pace (11/5). 2010: {cke_protected}{C}{cke_protected}{C}{cke_protected}{C}Did not see game action. High School: Two-sport athlete at Linden High School ... Three-year varsity football starter, including an All-Area selection in 2009 … Invited to play in the Snapple All-Star Game … Also wrestled for the Tigers. Personal: Son of Sheila Counts and James Johnson … One brother, Tyler … Undecided on an academic major at New Haven.
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SENIOR | 6-2 | 272 HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, N.J. | HASBROUCK HEIGHTS 2009: Started eight games at left guard on the offensive line. High School: Helped lead the Aviators of Hasbrouck Heights to the New Jersey State Championship ... Named to the All-League and All-County teams ... Also a member of the Aviators basketball and baseball teams. Personal: Undecided on major ... Son of Dave and Diana Stedman.
2012 OUTLOOK
2010: Don Hansen Football Gazette Super Region One Third Team … Daktronics, Inc. All-Super Region One Second Team …New England Football Writers Division II/III All-New England Team … All-Northeast-10 Conference First Team … Started all 10 games … Anchored the second ranked rushing offense in the Northeast-10 Conference.
2012 PLAYERS
2011: Named Don Hansen Football Gazette NCAA Division II All-American Second Team…Also named Don Hansen All-Super Region First Team…Finalist for the Gene Upshaw Division II Lineman of the Year Award…Daktronics, Inc., Division II All-Super Region First Team… Received New England Football Writers Division II/III All-New England Team honors…NE-10 Offensive Lineman of the Year…NE-10 Conference First Team…Started all 13 games for the Chargers… Anchored an offensive line which ranked fifth in the nation and first in the NE-10 Conference in scoring and 18th in the nation and first in the NE-10 Conference in passing offense.
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GAME HIGHS Games Started: 30 consecutive starts
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SOPHOMORE | 6-0 | 205 PATERSON, N.J. | PARAMUS CATHOLIC
2011: Did not see game action. High School: Played for the Paladins of Paramus Catholic High School…Named First Team All-League…Also played baseball…Was a member of the Spanish and Environmental Clubs. Personal: Son of Geovanni Santos and Milagros Herrera…Has two brothers; Jeovan and Ulysses and two sisters; Uli and Jessesnia… Undecided on a major.
THE ENERGY
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SENIOR | 6-1 | 225 BAY SHORE, N.Y. | BAY SHORE
2011: Played in 11 games and started Also a member of the crew team. two for the Chargers…Collected three solo tackles and 11 assisted tackles, two Personal: Majoring in Accounting ... Son of Robert and Laura Quinn tackles-for-loss and one break up…Tallied ... Two brothers, Robert and Kieran, and one sister, Samantha. a season-best four tackles and one pass break-up against Stonehill (10/1).
High School: An All-Division and All-County selection for the Marauders ... Selected as a member of the Suffolk County All-Star team ...
2012 OUTLOOK
2009: Appeared in nine games … Recorded 15 tackles, including six unassisted … Had 1.5 tackles for a loss of five yards … Had a season-high four tackles at Merrimack (10/17).
2012 PLAYERS
2010: Northeast-10 Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll Fall 2010 and Spring 2011 … Played in nine games and made one start against Stonehill (10/2) … Totaled nine tackles, including 1.5 tackles-for-loss … Recorded two tackles in three different games, against Lincoln (9/11), Stonehill (10/2) and Southern Connecticut State (10/8).
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CAREER NUMBERS G UA A Total TFL PD Sack FF FR Blkd 9 6 9 15 1.5 0 0.0 0 0 0 9 5 4 9 1.5 0 0.5 0 0 0 11 3 11 14 2.0 1 0.0 0 0 0 29 14 24 38 5.0 1 0.5 0 0 0
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GAME HIGHS Tackles: 4, three times, most recent American Int’l, 10/15/11 Sacks: 0.5, SCSU, 10/08/10 (0-1) Tackles for loss: 1.0, twice, most recent Stonehill, 10/01/11 (0-0) Pass breakups: 1, Stonehill, 10/01/11
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SENIOR | 6-4 | 285 IRVINGTON, N.J. | IRVINGTON
2011: Appeared in nine games, including two starts for the Chargers…Anchored an offensive line which ranked fifth in the nation and first in the NE-10 Conference in scoring and 18th in the nation and first in the NE-10 Conference in passing offense. 2010: Played in one game against Stonehill (10/2). 2009: Did not see game action. High School: Played for the Knights of Irvington High School.
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SOPHOMORE | 6-5 | 270 NEW LONDON, CONN. | NEW LONDON
2011: Did not see game action. High School: Played for the Whalers of New London High School…Received the ECC Large Sportsmanship Award in 2009…ECC Large Honorable Mention in 2010…Helped lead team to Class M State Championship Game in 2010…Graduated with honors. Personal: Son of Christopher and Donna-ann Smith…Has two brothers; Dylan and Ryan…Majoring in Elementary Education at New Haven.
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Personal: Majoring in Electrical Engineering ... Son of Kenol and Odette Andris ... Two brothers, Ken and Kervens, and two sisters, Ange-Mery and Vannessa.
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TIM MOORES
JUNIOR | 6-2 | 265 STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. | ST. JOSEPH BY THE SEA
2011: Appeared in four games for the Chargers. 2010: Did not see game action.
Personal: Son of Patricia Cassarino and Robert Moores … Two brothers, Robert and John and one sister, Dana … Majoring in Marketing at New Haven.
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SENIOR | 6-5 | 310 OTISVILLE, N.Y. | MINISINK VALLEY
2010: All-Northeast-10 Conference Second Team … Started all 10 games … Started all 10 games … Anchored the second ranked rushing offense in the Northeast-10 Conference. 2009: All-Northeast-10 Conference Second Team … Northeast-10 All-Rookie Team … Appeared in eight games and started seven games at right guard.
Personal: Son William and Jill Conklin ... One brother; Billy and one sister; Mackenzie ... Majoring in Criminal Justice.
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High School: A two-time First Team All-County selection and a Second Team All-New York State honoree for the Warriors ... Also named the New York State Section 9 Offensive MVP.
HISTORY & RECORDS
2011: NE-10 Conference Second Team… Started 12 games for the Chargers…Anchored an offensive line which ranked fifth in the nation and first in the NE-10 Conference in scoring and 18th in the nation and first in the NE-10 Conference in passing offense.
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ZACH CONKLIN
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High School: Played four years at St. Joseph by the Sea … Named to the All-Conference, Staten Island Advance All-Star, New York Sportswriters Association All-State and New York Daily News AllBorough teams during career … Also a finalist for the Joe Thomas Lineman of the Year award.
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JUNIOR | 6-6 | 290 MANORVILLE, N.Y. | ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST
2011: Appeared in four games for the Chargers. 2010: Did not see game action.
Personal: Son of Ed and Diane Biondi...Has one brother; Nicholas... Majoring in Forensic Science at New Haven.
THE BAND
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High School: Played for the Cougars of Saint John the Baptist High School in West Islip, N.Y.
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SENIOR | 6-3 | 272 ENGLEWOOD, N.J. | DWIGHT MARROW
2011: NE-10 Conference Second Team… Started all 13 games for the Chargers … Anchored an offensive line which ranked fifth in the nation and first in the NE-10 Conference in scoring and 18th in the nation and first in the NE-10 Conference in passing offense.
2009: Appeared in eight games on the offensive line.
Personal: Majoring in Chemistry ... Son of James Birchette and Janaire Malloy.
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SOPHOMORE | 6-6 | 285 STOUGHTON, MASS. | STOUGHTON
2011: Did not see game action.
Personal: Son of Emmanuel and Anthonia Ike…Has two brothers; Afam and Ugo and one sister; Chisom…Majoring in Marketing at New Haven.
HISTORY & RECORDS
High School: Played three sports for the Black Knights of Stoughton High School… Named finalist for the All-Star ADFC Team… Picked as a preseason All-Star…Also played basketball and was a member of the track and field team…Qualified for states in track.
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High School: Two-time All-County selection for the Raiders of Dwight Marrow High School ... Named to the New Jersey All-State team as a senior and was a member of the North/South All-Star team ... Also a member of the National Honor Society.
2012 PLAYERS
2010: All-Northeast-10 Conference First Team … Played in all 10 games and started eight … Anchored the second ranked rushing offense in the Northeast-10 Conference.
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SOPHOMORE | 6-6 | 315 GREENFIELD, N.H. | CONTOOCOOK VALLEY
High School: Three-sport athlete for the Cougars of ConVal High School…Named football team captain…First Team All-State selection in 2010…Was a member of the basketball and track teams…Named basketball team captain in 2011…Was the leading scorer and rebounder for two straight seasons…Also broke the school indoor shot put record. Personal: Son of John and Karen Orazio…Has one brother; Joe… Majoring in Sports Management at New Haven.
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SOPHOMORE | 6-9 | 285 WALLINGTON, N.J. | WALLINGTON
2011: Did not see game action. High School: Three-sport athlete for the Panthers of Wallington Jr./Sr. High School… Helped lead football team to North 1 Group 1 State Sectional Championship…First Team All-League selection as a junior and senior…Also played basketball and volleyball…Broke the school record for blocks in volleyball…Was a member of the National Honor Society. Personal: Son of Jan and Zofia Pusz…Has one brother; Daniel… Majoring in Computer Engineering at New Haven.
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SENIOR | 6-1 | 315 HARTFORD, CONN. | WEAVER High School: Named to the Central Connecticut Conference West All-Conference Team as a junior and senior ... Received All-State honors as a senior for both offensive line and defensive line ... Named the Hartford Courant Defensive Player of the Year with 78 tackles and eight sacks ... Also a member of the Beavers wrestling and track teams. Personal: Majoring in Management of Sports Industries ... Son of Connie Stanley ... One brother, Cambree Brown.
2010: Northeast-10 Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll Spring 2011 … Played in three games.
2012 OUTLOOK
2009: All-Northeast-10 Conference Second Team … Northeast-10 All-Rookie Team … Appeared in and started all 10 games at nose guard … Recorded 48 tackles, including 15 unassisted … Tallied four tackles for a loss of nine yards … Had a season-high four unassisted tackles at Assumption (9/11) … Recorded a quarterback hurry vs. AIC (10/10) and Pace (10/24).
2012 PLAYERS
2011: Named Don Hansen All-Super Region Third Team…NE-10 Conference First Team…Played in all 13 games, including 12 starts for the Chargers…Collected 53 tackles, 15 tackles-for-loss, 3.5 sacks, one interception and three quarterback hurries…Tallied a season-high four unassisted tackles and 1.5 tackles-for-loss against Stonehill (10/1)…Recorded three tackles and 1.5 sacks for a loss of three yards at the NCAA Division II Championship Quarterfinals against Winston-Salem (12/3).
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CAREER NUMBERS G UA A Total TFL PD Sack FF FR Blkd 10 15 33 48 4.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 13 27 26 53 15.0 1 3.5 0 0 1 26 42 59 101 19.0 1 3.5 0 0 1
HISTORY & RECORDS
GAME HIGHS All-purpose yards: 10, Pace, 11/05/11 Interceptions: 1, Pace, 11/05/11 Long interception return: 10, Pace, 11/05/11 Tackles: 7, twice, most recent American Int’l, 10/15/11 (3-4) Sacks: 1.5, at Merrimack, 10/29/11 (1-1) Tackles for loss: 2.0, twice, most recently Amer. Int’l, 10/15/11 (1-0) Blocked kicks: 1, Bentley, 10/22/11
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SENIOR | 6-4 | 281 SOUTH GLENNS FALLS, N.Y. | SOUTH GLENNS FALLS
2011: NE-10 Conference Second Team… Started 12 games for the Chargers…Anchored an offensive line which ranked fifth in the nation and first in the NE-10 Conference in scoring and 18th in the nation and first in the NE-10 Conference in passing offense. 2010: All-Northeast-10 Conference Second Team … Northeast-10 Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll Fall 2010 and Spring 2011 … Played in all 10 games and started eight … Anchored the second ranked rushing offense in the Northeast-10 Conference. 2009: Appeared in nine games, starting eight at left tackle.
Personal: Majoring in Management of Sports Industries ... Son of Larry Chapman and Sue Casey ... Four brothers, Devon, Hadden, Brandon and Liam.
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High School: Three-year letterwinner for the Bulldogs of South Glenns Falls High School.
WIDE RECEIVER
SENIOR | 6-0 | 190 NORTH HAVEN, CONN. | NORTH HAVEN
2011: Appeared in eight games…Collected 11 total yards and one reception against Saint Augustine’s (9/10)…Tallied one tackle against Bentley (10/22). 2010: Northeast-10 Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll Spring 2011 … Played in nine games … Tallied two receptions for 10 yards against Pace (10/30). 2009: Played in five games as a punter and wide receiver … Averaged 29.2 yards per kick … Had a season-high 46 yard punt vs. Pace (10/24) … Recorded six punts inside the 20 yard line, including a season-high four vs. Ohio Dominican (11/7). High School: Selected to the All-Southern Connecticut Conference team and named the Indians MVP ... Two-time New Haven County Levi Jackson Team selection ... Also a member of the Indians basketball team and an honor roll student. Personal: Majoring in Criminal Justice ... Son of Robert and Beverly Friello ... One brother, Matt.
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SOPHOMORE | 6-0 | 192 MIAMI, FLA. | MIAMI SOUTHRIDGE
2011: Did not see game action after sufferring a season-ending injury during preseason. 2010: Did not see game action.
CHRIS HIGGINS
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JUNIOR | 6-4 | 235 CUMBERLAND, MAINE | BRIDGTON ACADEMY
2011: Appeared in 12 games for the Chargers…Completed 56 yards on three receptions with three touchdowns…Posted a season-high 34 receiving yards against Pace (11/5).
Prior to UNH: Attended Bridgton Academy for one year.
Personal: Son of Linda and David Higgins … Two brothers, David and Jon … Intends to major in Business at UNH.
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High School: Played three sports for Greely High School … Selected to play in the Maine Shrine Football Game … Also a member of the Rangers basketball and Lacrosse teams.
HISTORY & RECORDS
2010: Northeast-10 Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll Fall 2010 and Spring 2011 … Played in nine games … Tallied four receptions for 17 yards and one touchdown … Scored one touchdown against Seton Hill (9/4) … Also recorded one solo tackle on special teams.
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Personal: Son of Michelle McGrew-Clarit and Roshawn Wilson Sr…. Six brothers, Hasani, Jahzeel, Ri’Shard, Sequan, Dee and Mike and two sisters, Paige and Roshaiya…Majoring in Forensic Science at New Haven.
2012 PLAYERS
High School: Played two sports for the Spartans of Miami Southridge Senior High School…Named to the All-Country football teams in 2008-09…Tallied 25 receptions for 475 yards and six touchdowns as a senior…Also named selected to the All-Country track and field teams in 2008-09…Awarded track and field team’s Most Valuable Athlete as a senior.
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SENIOR | 6-2 | 232 NEWTON, N.J. | KITTATINNY REGIONAL
2011: Played in all 13 games for the Chargers…Tallied five receptions and totaled 40 yards...Recorded a season-best 22 receiving yards in one catch at the NCAA Division II Championship Quarterfinals against Winston-Salem (12/3). 2010: Northeast-10 Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll Fall 2010 and Spring 2011 … Played in all 10 games and made one start … Recorded one reception against Pace (10/30). 2009: Did not see game action. High School: Named to the First Team All-Sussex County Interscholastic League ... Helped lead the Cougars to the team’s first undefeated league record and the team’s best record in school history ... Member of the Kittatinny Regional High School honor roll. Personal: Majoring in Criminal Justice ... Son of John and Terry Stark ... One brother, Aaron, and two sisters, Abby and Rachel.
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JUNIOR | 6-1 | 280 BOSTON, MASS. | NEWTON SOUTH
2011: Played in six games for the Chargers…Collected two tackles…Tallied one tackle against Pace (11/5).
High School: Played football for the Newton South High School Lions. Personal: Son of Debra and Byron Blandin…Majoring in Sports Management at New Haven.
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BRENT MACLEOD
JUNIOR | 6-2 | 255 WINCHESTER, MASS. | WINCHESTER
2011: Appeared in eight games for the Chargers…Tallied one solo and five assisted tackles, one tackle-for-loss, and 0.5 sacks… Collected a season-high two tackles against Stonehill (10/1).
High School: Played three sports for the Sachems of Winchester High School … Named the Winchester Lineman of the Year in 2009 … Selected to the All-Conference team and to the Agganis All-Star Game … Also wrestled and played baseball.
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JUNIOR | 6-3 | 267 WOLCOTT, CONN. | WOLCOTT
2010: Played in six games … Totaled eight tackles, including one tackle-for-loss and one sack … Posted a season-high three tackles against Stonehill (10/2).
Personal: Son of Kimberly and Joseph Berglund…One brother, Ryan…Majoring in Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement at New Haven.
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High School: Helped lead the Eagles of Wolcott High School to a Brass Division title in 2009…Named to the All- Naugatuck Valley League teams in 2008-09…Recipient of the Bent Face Mask and Hard Hat awards in 2008-09…Selected the Freshman Team’s Most Valuable Player in 2006…Also an All-NVL Academic honoree.
HISTORY & RECORDS
2011: Appeared in 13 games for the Chargers…Collected seven solo and 11 assisted tackles, two tackles-for-loss, two sacks and one blocked kick…Tallied a season-high five tackles against Pace (11/5)…Recorded one tackle, one tackle-for-loss and one sack in the NCAA Division II Championship Quarterfinals against Winston-Salem (12/3).
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Personal: Son of Dora and Charles Macleod … Two brothers, Charles and Kyle … Undecided on an academic major at New Haven.
2012 PLAYERS
2010: Played in seven games … Registered five total tackles and one sack … Also tallied one quarterback hurry and one pass break up … Posted two tackles against Bentley (9/24) and Pace (10/30).
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SENIOR | 6-3 | 285 FAIR LAWN, N.J. | FAIR LAWN
2011: Appeared in 13 games, including six starts for the Chargers…Collected 16 solo and 14 assisted tackles, nine tackles for a loss of 30 yards, 1.5 sacks and one forced fumble…Tallied a season-high six tackles and 2.5 tackles-for-loss at Assumption (9/24)…Recorded three solo tackles, two tackles-for-loss and 1.5 sacks in the NCAA Division II Championship Quarterfinals against Winston-Salem (12/3).
High School: Three-time All-League selection, including two seasons on the First Team All-League ... Named to the All-County Honorable Mention Team as a senior ... Also a member of the Cutters wrestling team. Personal: Majoring in Management of Sports Industries ... Son of Gavsi and Hulya Basci ... One brother Sefa.
2010: All-Northeast-10 Conference Second Team … Started all 10 games … Recorded 29 total tackles, including 10 solo stops and 3.5 tackles-for-loss … Also tallied two sacks and one blocked kick … Posted a season-high five tackles against Southern Connecticut State (10/8) and Saint Anselm (11/5) … Registered one sack for a loss of 10 yards against Southern Connecticut State (10/8). 2009: Started all 10 games at defensive end … Recorded 35 tackles, including 14 unassisted … Registered a sack for a loss of 10 yards at Lincoln (9/5) … Had two tackles for a loss of six yards at Bentley (9/19) … Tallied a pass breakup at Assumption (9/11).
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G UA 10 14 10 10 13 16 33 40
A 21 19 14 54
Total 35 29 30 94
TFL PD 4.0 1 3.5 0 9.0 1 16.5 2
Sack FF FR Blkd 1.0 0 0 0 2.0 0 0 1 1.5 1 0 0 4.5 1 0 1
GAME HIGHS Tackles: 6, twice, most recent at Assumption, 09/24/11 (3-3) Sacks: 1.0, twice, most recent at Winston-Salem State, 12/03/11 (1-0) Tackles for loss: 2.5, at Assumption, 09/24/11 (2-0) Fumbles forced: 1, Saint Augustine’s, 09/10/11 Pass breakups: 1, twice, most recent at Merrimack, 10/29/11 Blocked kicks: 1, at Pace, Oct 30, 2010
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JUNIOR | 6-5 | 290 WESTBROOK, CONN. | WESTBROOK
2011: Played in 11 games for the Chargers…Tallied three solo tackles and two solo tackles…Collected one solo tackle at Assumption (9/24).
Personal: Son of Maryann and Christopher Dyer … One brother, Vincent … Majoring in Criminal Justice at UNH.
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SOPHOMORE | 6-1 | 281 UNION, N.J. | UNION
2011: Did not see game action.
Personal: Son of Marvin Harris and Brenda Walker…Has two sisters; Briana and Sydney…Majoring in Psychology at New Haven.
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High School: Played football and track for the Farmers of Union High School…Second Team All-Conference…First Team All-County…Was also a member of the Nation High School Scholars Society.
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High School: Three-sport athlete at Westbrook High School … Two-time All-Conference selection for the Knights football team … Named the basketball team’s Most Valuable Player in 2009 … Also earned a track State Championship in 2008 and was named to the All-Conference teams in 2008-09.
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2010: Northeast-10 Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll Fall 2010 … Played in all 10 games … Recorded seven total tackles, including four solo stops … Amassed 2.5 tackles-for-loss and two sacks … Posted a season-high two sacks for 16 yards against Pace (10/30) … Recorded a season-high three tackles against Seton Hill (9/4).
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SOPHOMORE | 5-9 | 190 BLOOMFIELD, N.J. | PARAMUS CATHOLIC | WAGNER
Prior to UNH: Attended Wagner College in New York. High School: Named tothe All-League First Team as a punter in 2010 and 2011...Member of the National Honors Society, the International Language Honors Society and was an Aquinas Scholar. Personal: Majoring in Finance...Anthony and Rosemarie Greenfield...Two sisters, Andrea and Ashley.
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FRESHMAN | 6-2 | 215 OWINGS MILL, MD. | PIKESVILLE | BRIDTON ACADEMY
High School: Played three sports at Pikesville High School, football, lacrosse and wrestling...Named captain during his senior year and was named to the All-Conference Team as a junior. Personal: Undecided on major...Son of Karl Locke and terrell Tindull...One brother, Kaden.
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Prior to UNH: Attended Bridgton Academy in Maine...Played defensive back and halfback for the Wolverines.
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FRESHMAN | 5-11 | 172 MIDDLETOWN, CONN. | XAVIER
High School: Named the 2011 Hartford Courant Defensive Player of the Year...Also selected to the Walter Camp Team, All-State and All-Conference teams as a senior.
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Personal: Majoring in Management of Sports Industries...Son of Chuck Jacobucci and Whitney Legacy.
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FRESHMAN | 5-10 | 180 ELMWOOD PARK, N.J. | PARAMUS CATHOLIC
High School: Started three years on the varsity football team at Paramus Catholic...Also a member of the track and field team for the Paladins...Earned All-County accolades in both football and track...Member of the model congress and peer mediation. Personal: Undecided on major...Son of Wilson and Maribel Maldonado.
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FRESHMAN | 5-10 | 160 SOUTH BRUNSWICK, N.J. | SOUTH BRUNSWICK
High School: Member of the football and track teams at South Brunswick High School ... Was named to the AllCounty Second Team defense and the All-County Third Team in the pole vault. Personal: Undecided on major ... Son of Darrell Harper and Tia Sadler ... Three brothers, Dazmir, Dylin and Ziaire, and one sister, Sanaya.
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FRESHMAN | 6-0 | 170 NEWARK, N.J. | AMERICAN HISTORY
Personal: Majoring in Business at New Haven ... Son of Acestra Robinson ... One brother, Tyrell, and three sisters, Acestra, Joelle and Aleix.
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High School: Member of the football and track teams for the Eagles of American History High School ... Named to the All-Essex County Second Team and the All-Group One First Team while at American History ... Also an honor roll student.
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FRESHMAN | 5-9 | 180 CLIFTON, N.J. | PASSAIC COUNTY TECH
High School: Named to the All-Conference First Team and the All-County Second Team...Recorded 93 tackles and was a member of back-to-back Big North Conference Champions...Named to the Honor Roll.
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Personal: Majoring in Management of Sports Industries...Son of Tyrone and LaKisha Williams...One sister, Tamerra.
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FRESHMAN | 5-11 | 190 PISCATAWAY, N.J. | PISCATAWAY
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FRESHMAN | 5-10 | 170 LINDEN, N.J. | LINDEN
High School: Four-sport athlete for the Tigers of Linden High School...Member of the football, track and field, basketball and westling team. Personal: Majoring in Business Management...Son of La’tanaya Smith.
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FRESHMAN | 5-11 | 230 CALDWELL, N.J. | JAMES CALDWELL
High School: Three-time All-Super Essex Conference First Team selection...Two-time New Jersey Super 100 All-State Team selection and All-Essex County selection...Team captain and MVP as a senior...Member of the honor roll.
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Personal: Majoring in Management of Sports Industries...Son of John and Denise Condit...One brother, Ryan.
DREW ORTONE
High School: Member of the Pioneers of St. John’s High School two-time Super Bowl champions in 2010 and 2011...Also a senior on the runners-up Super Bowl team in 2012.
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FRESHMAN | 6-1 | 218 NEWBURGH, MASS. | SAINT JOHN’S
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Personal: Majoring in Management of Sports Industries...Son of David and Kathryn Ortone...One brother, Collin.
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FRESHMAN | 5-7 | 160 QUEENS, N.Y. | AVON OLD FARMS
High School: Named to the All-City honorable mention selection in 2011...Earned both offensive and defensive Player of the Year during his two years...Captain for the defense in 2011...Also a member of the wrestling and track and field teams at Avon Old Farms School in Connecticut. Personal: Majoring in Management of Sports Industries...Son of Clifton and Dedra Barker...One brother, Duante and one sister, Dyamond.
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JUNIOR | 6-3 | 225 RAHWAY, N.J. | RAHWAY | LACKAWANNA
Prior to UNH: Attended Lackawanna College for two years. High School: All-Area selection as a senior at Rahway High School...Also named to the All-County and All-Group as a senior...Played both football and basketball for the Indians, winning conference championships in both sports.
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Personal: Majoring in Criminal Justice...Son of Maymon and Lois Julius...One brother, DaQuan Capers.
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JUNIOR | 5-11 | 220 SYRACUSE, N.Y. | FAYETTEVILLE MANLIUS | HUDSON VALLEY
High School: Two-time First Team All-Central New York and All-League performer...Also a lacrosse player for the Hornets of Fayetteville Manlius.
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Prior to UNH: Attended Hudson Valley Community College and played two seasons for the Vikings...Named AllNortheast Conference Second Team and All-Region Three First Team...Second on the team with 58 total tackles in eight games as a sophomore...Amassed a total of 89 tackles in two seasons at HVCC...Also recorded 10.5 tackles-for-loss in two seasons.
Personal: Majoring in Criminal Justice...Son of Mark Fallico and Valerie Hill...One brother, Markus.
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SENIOR | 6-0 | 225 NEW HAVEN, CONN. | FAIRFIELD PREP
Personal: Majoring in Finance at New Haven ... Son of Ray and Cloraine Munroe ... Two brothers, Spencer and Cameron.
MATT FERRAZZANI FRESHMAN | 6-0 | 220 DRACUT, MASS. | DRACUT
High School: Named All-Merrimack Valley Conference First Team selection...Iron Anchor Award recipient as the best in overall strength and agility...Also played basketball and ran track for the Middies...Qualified for states as a junior on the track and was the Dracut High School Most Improved Player.
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High School: Played at Fairfield Prep. and was also a member of the Jesuits track team ... Served as a member of SEED, Students for Educational Excellence through Diversity.
Personal: Majoring in Psychology...Son of Mark and Cindy Ferrazzani...One brother, Mark and one sister, Justine.
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JUNIOR | 6-4 | 340 EAST BRUNSWICK, N.J. | EAST BRUNSWICK | DEAN
Prior to UNH: Played two seasons for the Bulldogs of Dean College in Franklin, Mass. High School: Member of the 2009 State Champion Bears of East Brunswick High School...Played in the New Jersey vs. Northeast All-Star game aned was honorable mention All-State.
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Personal: Majoring in Business at New Haven...Son of John and Donna Murchison...Has two brothers, John and Malcolm, and two sisters, Ameerah and Della.
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FRESHMAN | 6-4 | 287 ELMONT, N.Y. | SEWANHAKA
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High School: Played for the Indians of Sewanhaka High School...Also a member of the Indians track and field team. Personal: Majoring in Accounting...Son of Rose Jean...Two brothers, Antonio and Ricardo, and one sister, Cassandra.
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FRESHMAN | 6-5 | 300 TRUMBULL, CONN. | TRUMBULL
High School: Named to the All-State First Team as a senior and the Hearst Connecticut Newspapers All-Star Team...Also an All-Conference First Team selection in 2011...Member of the football, track and field and wrestling team at Trumbull High School. Stephanie.
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Personal: Majoring in Fire Science...Son of Craig and Gail Voytek...Two brothers, Eric and Alex, and one sister,
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FRESHMAN | 6-4 | 188 ROCKAWAY, N.Y. | CHANNEL VIEW
High School: Named to the All-Borough Second Team as a senior at Channel View School For Research...Led the league in touchdown receptions...Also ran track for the Dolphins...Member of the National Honor Society. Personal: Majoring in Biology and Chemistry...Son of Bisi and Adekunmi Adegunle...Three brothers, Anthony, B.J. and Christopher.
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Personal: Majoring in Business Management...Son of Bill and Geraldine Meade.
JAVON RODD
FRESHMAN | 6-3 | 215 PISCATAWAY, N.J. | PISCATAWAY
High School: Played both football and basketball for the Chiefs of Piscataway High School...Member of the 2010 and 2011 State Championship teams.
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High School: Three-sport athlete for the Hillbillies of Verona High, played football, baseball and member of the track and field team...All-Conference First Team selection on both sides of the ball as a senior...Played in the Robeson Classic East vs. West All-Star game...All-State Third Team and AllCounty in 2012...All-Conference Third Team as a junior.
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FRESHMAN | 6-2 | 225 EVERETT, MASS. | EVERETT
High School: As a senior, selected to the All-State Team by the Boston Herald and ESPN...Also a Greater Boston League All Star selection as a junior and senior...Team went undefeated both junior and senior seasons...Served as a student ambassador at Everett High School. Personal: Undecided on major...Son of Patrick Jonathas and Audege Mercedat...Brother Sherwood also on the UNH football team...One other brother, Jaheim and one sister Shenika.
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In the backfield, the Chargers once again return another very experienced group. Coming off his most impressive season to date, Mike DeCaro will start, but UNH will use any combination of four running backs in 2012. DeCaro led the Chargers in rushing and all-purpose yards last season. He amassed 806 yards on the ground and another 244 through the air. Add in his kick return yardage and DeCaro averaged nearly 150 all-purpose yards per game. The senior ran for 10 touchdowns, caught two touchdown passes and returned two kickoffs for touchdowns. Also returning in the backfield will be 2010 New Haven Gridiron Club Offensive Player of the Year, Victor Jones. Two seasons ago Jones became the third running back in UNH history to rush for 1,000 yards in a single season, but two knee injuries limited him last season. After offseason surgery and rehabilitation, Jones has looked very promising turning preseason and will again see signifiOFFENSE cant time in the backfield. Juniors Anthony Tillman and Brian Alston With quite possibly the most veteran offense in the nation, New Ha- will add to the four-headed backfield at UNH. Both saw significant ven returns 10 offensive starters, for the second time in as many time last season, including over 300 yards by Tillman and over 4.0 years. The depth charts include three starters who have started every yards per carry by Alston. game for the last three seasons and seven players who have started over 20 career games. The lineup of returners includes eight All-Con- The heart and soul of the Chargers’ scoring machine, the offensive ference selections and four preseason All-Americans - Ryan Osiecki line, is once again very experienced and a strength of the Chargers’ (QB), Zach Conklin (OG), Jason Thompson (WR) and Kameel Lashley squad. Despite losing one starter to graduation, New Haven’s four re(TE). turning starters were each All-Conference selections on the offensive line and have combined for over 100 starts in the last three seasons. After claiming every passing record at UNH over the last three years, A 2011 finalist for the Gene Upshaw Division II Lineman of the Year, Osiecki enters his final season wearing the blue and gold. The reign- David Stedman joins preseason All-American Zach Conklin at the two ing NE-10 Offensive Player of the Year threw for 3,336 yards and 36 offensive guard positions. Stedman has started 32-straight games touchdowns last season. His career numbers are astonishing – 8,022 over the last three years, while Conklin has 28 career starts under his passing yards, over 1,000 more yards than the next closest, 75 pass- belt. At tackle, Lance Chapman and James Malloy have combined for ing touchdowns and 633 completions. The senior ranked second in nearly 50 starts in the last three seasons. Thierry Andris will add much
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Experience in no stranger to the UNH receiving corps, headlined by the 6-foot-3 senior Jason Thompson. The Indiantown, Fla. native came alive and sparked the offense last year with over 1,000 receiving yards and 14 touchdowns off just 43 catches. He averaged 24.3 yards per catch and ranked 41st in Division II with 80.5 yards per game. The returning starters also include Josh Smart and Chris Ruffin. Smart led the team with 50 receptions, including 24 catches for first downs a year ago. Ruffin, the oldest member of the Chargers’ roster, also enters his final season with UNH. He amassed 571 yards and two touchdowns off 40 catches last season. Also entering their final seasons and expecting to make significant impacts are Demetrius Washington-Ellison and Nick Music, along with tight end Kameel Lashley. Washington-Ellison was second on the team with eight receiving touchdowns a year ago. He also averaged 18.5 yards per catch. Lashley, an All-American in 2011, was one of the most dominant receiving tight ends in the nation with 25 receptions and 16.2 yards per catch. Freshman Ty Headen and junior Roshawn Wilson solidified their roles on the two-deep roster as well. A 6-foot flanker from Newark, N.J., Headen will add to Smart’s depth and clutch catching. Wilson, who recovered from a season-ending injury he suffered last preseason, will see time backing up Ruffin.
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THE SCHEDULE The Chargers feature a 10-game slate, the first-ever Northeast-10 Conference Championship weekend and four home games throughout the 2012 season. The season officially kicks off on Saturday, September 1 when the Chargers host Merrimack College in a NE-10 showdown at Ralph F. DellaCamera Stadium. The season-opener is followed by the team’s only non-conference game of the season at Saint Augustine’s College in Raleigh, N.C. The conference schedule continues in week three with a trip to Pleasantville, N.Y. to face the Pace University Setters. On the fourth Saturday of September, Saint Anselm College travels to West Haven for a 1 p.m. kickoff at DellaCamera Stadium. In week five, the Chargers have a bye week on Saturday, September 29, 2012. New Haven’s third home game of the regular season is against Assumption College on Saturday, October 6. The 1 p.m. kickoff at DellaCamera Stadium will officially kickoff the month of October at UNH as well. The Northeast-10 Conference schedule continues for the Chargers on Saturday, October 13 at Bentley University and on Thursday, October 18 at Stonehill College, on national television. The Chargers and Falcons will kickoff at 1 p.m. in Waltham, Mass., while UNH travels to Easton, Mass. for an 8 p.m. night game against the Skyhawks in week seven of the schedule. Homecoming 2012 will likely be the game of the year at DellaCamera Stadium as the Chargers host on cross-town rival Southern Connecticut State University. The game will kickoff at 1 p.m. in West Haven. The final scheduled game of the season is a NE-10 game at American International College on Saturday, November 3. For the first time in conference history, the final weekend of the regular season will showcase a NE-10 Championship weekend. The top seeded team will host the second seed in a true championship game format. The remaining teams will also play games in the final weekend of the regular season. The third, fourth and fifth seeded teams will host the sixth, seventh and eighth seeded teams, respectively.
Division II and first in the NE-10 with a 175.67 passing efficiency rating last year. With an outstanding spring and preseason, the Chargers’ option quarterback, Ronnie Nelson, is also expected to see significant time as the Chargers’ signal caller in ’12. The senior played in all 13 games last season, ran for 359 yards and threw for another 278 yards on 17 completions. The team’s second leading rusher averaged 7.6 yards per carry and scored two rushing touchdowns.
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Year four in the second era of Charger football has arrived and the Chargers are back in the national spotlight. With the return of 16-of22 starters, including all-but one on the offensive side of the ball, the University of New Haven football team will look to further their legacy in 2012. As back-to-back Northeast-10 Conference Champions and NCAA quarterfinalists last year, the Chargers are the clear favorites in the conference preseason and were picked No. 13 in the American Football Coaches Association’s Preseason Top 25 Poll. Led by four captains, Mike Gomes, Tom Herd, Bernard Risco and David Stedman, New Haven is set for its challenging 11-week schedule in 2012.
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needed depth across the offensive line as well. The only newcomer among the offense, Zach Guy, will start at center for the Chargers in 2012. The Rochester, N.Y. native appeared in three games last fall and has showed progress throughout spring ball and in preseason. A combination of sophomores and juniors will back up the starting five, including James Pusz, Chris Biondi, Logan Smith and Tim Moores. Senior tight end Kameel Lashley is one of just four players to start every game over the last three seasons. He started all 13 games last season and each of the previous 20. A preseason All-American, Lashley hopes to put the final chapter on his career. In 2011 he was fourth on the team with 25 receptions for 404 yards and four touchdowns. Junior Chris Higgins has also been impressive in the offseason after a very productive 2011 campaign and will see significant snaps this year. The Cumberland, Maine native appeared in 12 games and averaged 18.7 yards per catch last year. DEFENSE The UNH defense is the less-experienced side of the ball in 2012, but with three of the four team captains and two preseason All-Americans, the defense is led by a very skilled group. The starters include Tom Herd (DE), Mike Gomes (OLB) and Bernard Risco (FS).
The experience starts up front with the Chargers’ four down linemen. Preseason All-American and defensive end Tom Herd is prepared to conclude a very successful four years at New Haven. The Sparta, N.J. native led the conference and ranked ninth in Division II with 12 sacks last season. He also led the team with three fumble recoveries, including scoop-and-score at Southern Connecticut State. Interior linemen Raheem Stanley and Ahmet Baki Basci are two of the most experienced defenders in the conference as well. Both have seen significant playing time over the last three seasons and combined for 18 starts a season ago. Stanley was an All-Conference First Team selection with 53 total tackles and a team second-best 15 tackles-for-loss. Throughout preseason, transfer Erik McCloud solidified his spot as the other defensive end. He’ll replace All-Conference selection Rob Hill from last season and brings with him two years of experience at Lackawanna College in Scranton, Pa. Four additional defensive linemen are also expected to see significant playing time in 2012 – Kervin Edouard, Alex Dyer, Sean Berglund and Alex Quinn. The four have seen significant playing time over the last three seasons and will add much needed depth to the positions.
as inside linebackers. Senior Scott Lowery and junior Jaylen Johnson are expected to contribute as well. Gomes will be backed up by freshman Karlos Locke, whose impressed coaches throughout the 2012 preseason. In the UNH secondary, three-of-four returners will look to keep opposing receivers and quarterbacks out of sync. Another captain and twoyear starter, Bernard Risco will lead the group from his new free safety position. The senior transitioned from his rover position last year and has demonstrated outstanding ability in the offseason. An All-Region and preseason All-American selection, Risco is the Chargers’ top returning tackler with 79 total stops last season. The Philadelphia, Pa. native also broke up six passes, recovered three fumbles and forced two fumbles last season. Returning seniors J.D. Chalifoux and Kendrick Butler will both be starting at cornerback, while Herbens Antenor will take over Risco’s vacated rover position. Chalifoux led the Chargers with six interceptions last season and broke up a total of 10 passes. Butler broke up nine passes, while Antenor played in all 13 games and recorded 38 total tackles. Returners Matt Stevko and Rodney Lanham, and freshman Chris Maldonado will also be competing for snaps in the secondary this season. SPECIAL TEAMS The Chargers’ special teams were one of the best in the Northeast-10 Conference last season, in part to kicking specialist and 2012 preseason All-American Chris Scifo. The junior from Coral Springs, Fla. was named an All-Region Second Team selection in 2011 and was a two-time NE-10 Special Teams Player of the Week. Scifo ranked 31st in NCAA Division II with 1.08 field goals per game and connected on 14-of-17 attempts, including a perfect 10-of-10 between the 20 and 39 yard lines. He also went 63-of-65 on PATs and led the team in scoring with 105 points. Scifo also led the Chargers’ kickoff team with an average of 60.7 yards per kick. He forced nine touchbacks and totaled over 5,500 kickoff yards. Scifo will relinquish his punting responsibilities in 2012 to sophomore Wagner transfer Anthony Greenfield. After taking over the kickoff return responsibility in 2011, Mike DeCaro and Demetrius Washington-Ellison will look to carry their success into the 2012 season. DeCaro, who earned All-Conference honors as a return specialist last season, amassed 829 kickoff return yards, while Washington-Ellison contributed 233 return yards. DeCaro returned two for touchdowns, including a 90-yard long against Southern Connecticut State. Both averaged over 20-yards per return and with new kickoff rules in 2012, the two will hope to continue earning great field position for UNH. Punt return responsibilities will stay in the hands of veteran Josh Smart. Smart’s average of 11.5 yards per return in 2012 led the team.
The Chargers’ second line of defense, the linebackers, lost two starters in the offseason. Entering the starting lineup at inside linebacker will be senior Rich Long and Hudson Valley transfer Matthew Fallico. Long’s played a number of roles on the defense throughout the last three seasons, but solidified his starting role during the spring and preseason. He’s recorded 74 total tackles in three seasons and eight tackles-for-loss. Fallico, a 5-foot-11, 220-pound inside backer, also Tight end Chris Higgins will once again long snap for UNH, while earned the starting spot during the spring. While at Hudson Valley Greenfield will take over holding responsibilities from senior Brice Community College, Fallico was named to the All-Northeast Confer- DeRosa who suffered a season-ending injury during preseason. ence Second Team and the All-Region Three First Team. He was second on the team with 58 tackles in eight games as a sophomore and totaled 89 tackles in two seasons. Senior captain Mike Gomes concludes his career in 2012 in his outside linebacker role. The Brockton, Mass. native has been a staple on the Chargers’ defense over the last three seasons. He’s the only defender to start all 33 games over the last three seasons and was an All-Conference First Team selection in 2011. Another two Charger veterans will also see lots of time
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2012 SCHEDULE Sept 1............ Wingate....................................................................1:30 p.m. Sept 8............ New Haven...............................................................1:00 p.m. Sept 15.......... at Southern Conn. St...............................................1:00 p.m. Sept 22.......... Bowie St...................................................................1:30 p.m. Sept 29.......... at Elizabeth City St...................................................4:00 p.m. Oct 6............... at Livingstone...........................................................1:30 p.m. Oct 13............ at Winston-Salem St................................................1:30 p.m. Oct 20............ Fayetteville St...........................................................2:00 p.m. Oct 27............ at Johnson C. Smith................................................1:00 p.m. Nov 3.............. Shaw.........................................................................1:30 p.m. Nov 10........... CIAA Championship Weekend.................................1:00 p.m. 2011 RESULTS Aug 27 ........... at Virginia Union........................................................... L 0-12 Sept 3 ........... Catawba....................................................................... W 30-5 Sept 10 ......... at New Haven.............................................................. L 14-50 Sept 24 ......... Lincoln (PA)................................................................ W 34-17 Oct 1 .............. at Fayetteville State............................................ L 31-28 (OT) Oct 8 .............. Winston-Salem State.................................................. L 28-35 Oct 15 ........... at West Georgia.......................................................... L 21-23 Oct 22 ........... Johnson C. Smith.......................................................W 34-15 Oct 29 ........... Livingstone.................................................................W 45-14 Nov 5 ............. at Shaw....................................................................... L 16-20
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2011 RESULTS Sept 3............ Worchester Polytechnic............................................... W 60-3 Sept 10.......... at Edinboro.................................................................. L 19-49 Sept 17.......... Pace.............................................................................. W 63-7 Oct 1............... at St. Anselm................................................................ W 58-7 Oct 8............... Bentley.......................................................................W 33-29 Oct 14............ at Assumption............................................................. L 24-44 Oct 22............ Stonehill.....................................................................W 43-30 Oct 29............ New Haven.................................................................. L 35-44 Nov 5.............. at American Int’l......................................................... L 34-38 Nov 12........... at Southern Conn. St.................................................W 28-27
HISTORY & RECORDS
2012 SCHEDULE Sept 1............ at New Haven...........................................................1:00 p.m. Sept 8............ Rowan.......................................................................1:00 p.m. Sept 15.......... American International............................................1:00 p.m. Sept 22.......... Southern Conn. St...................................................1:00 p.m. Sept 29.......... at Pace.....................................................................1:00 p.m. Oct 13............ at Stonehill.............................................................12:00 p.m. Oct 20............ Saint Anselm............................................................1:00 p.m. Oct 27............ at Bentley...............................................................12:00 p.m. Nov 3.............. Assumption..............................................................1:00 p.m. Nov 10........... NE-10 Championship Weekend........................................TBA
2011 REVIEW
Location:.....................................................................................Raleigh, N.C. Founded:................................................................................................. 1867 Enrollment:............................................................................................ 1,500 President:............................................................ Dr. Dianne Boardley Suber Nickname:.......................................................................................... Falcons Colors:.....................................................................................Blue and White Conference:..............................................................................................CIAA Affiliation:...............................................................................NCAA Division II Stadium:.................................................. George Williams Athletic Complex Capacity:................................................................................................2,500 Playing Surface:...............................................................................Field Turf Director of Athletics:............................................................. George Williams Office Phone Number:.................................................. (919) 516-4236 Sports Information Dir.:........................................................Anthony Jeffries Office Phone Number:...................................................(919) 516-4141 Email:................................................................... awjeffries@st-aug.edu Website.................................................................www.saintaugfalcons.com Head Football Coach:.............................................................. Michael Costa Record at School:.......................................................................... 31-55 Career Record:............................................................................... 41-96 2011 Record:..............................................................................................4-6 Type of Offense:........................................................................................Pro I Type of Defense:.........................................................................................4-3
Date: September 8, 2012 Site: Raleigh, N.C. Time: 1:00 p.m.
2012 OUTLOOK
Location:...................................................................... North Andover, Mass. Founded:................................................................................................. 1947 Enrollment:............................................................................................2,000 President:....................................................................Dr. Christopher Hopey Nickname:......................................................................................... Warriors Colors:.......................................................................................Blue and Gold Conference:...............................................................................Northeast-10 Affiliation:...............................................................................NCAA Division II Stadium:........................................................................Martone-Mejail Field Capacity:................................................................................................3,000 Playing Surface:...............................................................................Field Turf Director of Athletics:..............................................................Glenn Hofmann Office Phone Number:.................................................. (978) 837-5341 Sports Information Dir.:................................................................ Brad Davis Office Phone Number:..................................................(978) 837-5364 E-mail:................................................................davisb@merrimack.edu Website...........................................................www.merrimackathletics.com Head Football Coach:.....................................................................John Perry Record at School:.......................................................................... 23-17 Career Record:............................................................................... 23-17 2011 Record:..............................................................................................6-4 Type of Offense:.............................................................. Multiple, No-Huddle Type of Defense:.......................................................................... Multiple 3-4
Date: September 1, 2012 Site: West Haven, Conn. Time: 1:00 p.m.
2012 PLAYERS
GAME 2 St. Augustine’s Falcons
2012 COACHES
GAME 1 Merrimack Warriors
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GAME 4 Saint Anselm Hawks
Location:.............................................................................Pleasantville, N.Y. Founded:................................................................................................. 1906 Enrollment:..........................................................................................12,704 President:......................................................................Stephen J. Friedman Nickname:........................................................................................... Setters Colors:...................................................................................... Navy and Gold Conference:...............................................................................Northeast-10 Affiliation:...............................................................................NCAA Division II Stadium:.........................................................................................Pace Field Capacity:................................................................................................ 1,500 Playing Surface:....................................................................... Natural Grass Director of Athletics:................................................................Mark R. Brown Office Phone Number:..................................................(914) 773-3285 Sports Information Dir.:......................................................... John Tagliaferri Office Phone Number:..................................................(914) 773-3888 E-mail:....................................................................jtagliaferri@pace.edu Website......................................................... www.pacesettersathletics.com Head Football Coach:...............................................................Chris Dapalito Record at School:............................................................................ 1-18 Career Record:................................................................................. 1-18 2011 Record:..............................................................................................1-9 Type of Offense:..................................................................................Multiple Type of Defense:.................................................................................Multiple
Location:............................................................................. Manchester, N.H. Founded:................................................................................................. 1889 Enrollment:............................................................................................ 1,850 President:..................................................... Rev. Jonathan DeFelice, O.S.B. Nickname:............................................................................................ Hawks Colors:.....................................................................................Blue and White Conference:...............................................................................Northeast-10 Affiliation:...............................................................................NCAA Division II Stadium:...........................................................................Grappone Stadium Capacity:................................................................................................4,500 Playing Surface:...............................................................................Field Turf Director of Athletics:................................................................... Kelly Higgins Office Phone Number:..................................................(603) 641-7800 Sports Information Dir.:................................................................ Eric Coplin Office Phone Number:.................................................. (603) 641-7810 E-mail:.................................................................... ecoplin@anselm.edu Website............................................................www.saintanselmhawks.com Head Football Coach:............................................................. Patrick Murphy Record at School:............................................................................ 7-33 Career Record:................................................................................. 7-33 2011 Record:..............................................................................................1-9 Type of Offense:................................................................................... Spread Type of Defense:.................................................................................Multiple
2012 SCHEDULE Aug 31............ at Bentley................................................................. 7:00 p.m. Sept 8............ at Stony Brook..........................................................6:00 p.m. Sept 15.......... New Haven...............................................................1:00 p.m. Sept 21.......... at American International....................................... 7:00 p.m. Sept 29.......... Merrimack................................................................1:00 p.m. Oct 6............... Southern Conn. St...................................................1:00 p.m. Oct 13............ at Saint Anselm.......................................................1:00 p.m. Oct 27............ at Assumption..........................................................1:00 p.m. Nov 3.............. Stonehill.................................................................12:00 p.m. Nov 10........... NE-10 Championship Weekend........................................TBA
2012 SCHEDULE Aug 30............ at Kutztown..............................................................6:00 p.m. Sept 7............ at Assumption.......................................................... 7:00 p.m. Sept 14.......... Stonehill................................................................... 7:00 p.m. Sept 22.......... at New Haven...........................................................1:00 p.m. Sept 29.......... at Southern Conn. St...............................................1:00 p.m. Oct 6............... Bentley..................................................................... 7:00 p.m. Oct 13............ Pace..........................................................................1:00 p.m. Oct 20............ at Merrimack...........................................................1:00 p.m. Oct 26............ American International............................................ 7:00 p.m. Nov 3.............. at Seton Hill............................................................12:00 p.m. Nov 10........... NE-10 Championship Weekend........................................TBA
Date: September 15, 2012 Site: Pleasantville, N.Y. Time: 1:00 p.m.
2011 RESULTS Sept 1............ at East Stroudsburg.................................................... L 14-56 Sept 10.......... Stonehill............................................................. W 23-20 (OT) Sept 17.......... at Merrimack................................................................ L 7-63 Sept 23.......... at Southern Conn. St.................................................... L 0-61 Oct 8............... Assumption................................................................. L 10-41 Oct 15............ at Stonehill.................................................................... L 0-49 Oct 22............ St. Anselm................................................................... L 21-47 Oct 29............ Bentley.......................................................................... L 0-28 Nov 5.............. at New Haven................................................................ L 6-63 Nov 12........... American Int’l................................................................ L 6-54
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2011 RESULTS Sept 3............ Kutztown..................................................................... L 30-56 Sept 17.......... Southern Conn. St...................................................... L 34-59 Sept 23.......... at Bentley.................................................................... L 16-43 Oct 1............... Merrimack..................................................................... L 7-58 Oct 8............... at American Int’l......................................................... L 21-35 Oct 15............ at Stony Brook............................................................... L 6-55 Oct 22............ at Pace....................................................................... W 47-21 Oct 29............ Assumption................................................................. L 20-24 Nov 5.............. at Stonehill.................................................................... L 7-35 Nov 12........... New Haven.................................................................. L 59-17
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2011 RESULTS Sept 3............ Bowie St........................................................................ L 7-28 Sept 10.......... at Seton Hill........................................................ W 28-21 (OT) Sept 17.......... at American Int’l......................................................... L 27-37 Sept 24.......... New Haven.................................................................. L 14-21 Oct 1............... Southern Conn. St...................................................... L 24-38 Oct 8............... at Pace....................................................................... W 41-10 Oct 14............ Merrimack..................................................................W 44-24 Oct 29............ at Saint Anselm.........................................................W 24-20 Nov 5.............. at Bentley.................................................................... L 26-41 Nov 12........... Stonehill...................................................................... L 23-28
2011 RESULTS Sept 2............ Maritime (N.Y.).............................................................W 50-3 Sept 10.......... West Va. Wesleyan......................................................L 23-28 Sept 16.......... at Stonehill................................................................ W 31-12 Sept 23.......... St. Anselm................................................................. W 43-16 Sept 30.......... American Int’l............................................................ W 28-10 Oct 8............... at Merrimack..............................................................L 29-33 Oct 15............ Southern Conn. St......................................................L 31-29 Oct 22............ at New Haven..............................................................L 38-45 Oct 29............ at Pace.........................................................................W 28-0 Nov 5.............. Assumption............................................................... W 41-26
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2012 SCHEDULE Aug 31............ Pace..........................................................................7:00 p.m. Sept 8............ at West Virginia Wesleyan.................................... 12:00 p.m. Sept 14.......... at Assumption..........................................................7:00 p.m. Sept 28.......... Stonehill...................................................................7:00 p.m. Oct 6............... at Saint Anselm.......................................................7:00 p.m. Oct 13............ New Haven.............................................................. 1:00 p.m. Oct 20............ at American International...................................... 1:00 p.m. Oct 27............ Merrimack............................................................. 12:00 p.m. Nov 3.............. at Southern Conn. St.............................................. 1:00 p.m. Nov 10........... NE-10 Championship Weekend....................................... TBA
HISTORY & RECORDS
2012 SCHEDULE Sept 1............ at Bowie St.............................................................. 1:00 p.m. Sept 7............ Saint Anselm............................................................ 7:00 p.m. Sept 14.......... Bentley..................................................................... 7:00 p.m. Sept 22.......... at Stonehill...............................................................6:00 p.m. Sept 29.......... American International............................................1:00 p.m. Oct 6............... at New Haven...........................................................1:00 p.m. Oct 19............ at Southern Conn. St............................................... 7:00 p.m. Oct 27............ Pace..........................................................................1:00 p.m. Nov 3.............. at Merrimack...........................................................1:00 p.m. Nov 10........... NE-10 Championship Weekend........................................TBA
2011 REVIEW
Location:...............................................................................Waltham, Mass. Founded:................................................................................................. 1917 Enrollment:........................................................................................... 4,200 President:....................................................................... Gloria C. Larson, JD Nickname:..........................................................................................Falcons Colors:...................................................................................... Blue and Gold Conference:.............................................................................. Northeast-10 Affiliation:.............................................................................. NCAA Division II Stadium:......................................................................Bentley Football Field Capacity:............................................................................................... 4,800 Playing Surface:.............................................................................. Field Turf Director of Athletics:..................................................................Bob DeFelice Office Phone Number:................................................. (781) 891-2256 Sports Information Dir.:.................................................................. Dick Lipe Office Phone Number:................................................. (781) 891-2334 E-mail:......................................................................... rlipe@bentley.edu Website.................................................................. www.bentleyfalcons.com Head Football Coach:............................................................ Thom Boerman Record at School:..........................................................................19-10 Career Record:...............................................................................19-10 2011 Record:............................................................................................. 6-4 Type of Offense:................................................................................. Multiple Type of Defense:........................................................................................ 4-3
Date: October 13, 2012 Site: Waltham, Mass. Time: 1:00 p.m.
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Location:..............................................................................Worcester, Mass. Founded:................................................................................................. 1904 Enrollment:............................................................................................2,200 President:.............................................................. Dr. Francesco C. Cesareo Nickname:................................................................................... Greyhounds Colors:.....................................................................................Blue and White Conference:...............................................................................Northeast-10 Affiliation:...............................................................................NCAA Division II Stadium:.........................................................................Multi-Sport Stadium Capacity:................................................................................................ 1,200 Playing Surface:...............................................................................Field Turf Director of Athletics:...................................................................... Nick Smith Office Phone Number:.................................................. (508) 767-7279 Sports Information Dir.:....................................................... Ken Johnson, Jr. Office Phone Number:.................................................. (508) 767-7240 E-mail:........................................................kr.johnson@assumption.edu Website.................................................... www.assumptiongreyhounds.com Head Football Coach:....................................................................Cory Bailey Record at School:..........................................................................29-43 Career Record:...............................................................................29-43 2011 Record:..............................................................................................4-6 Type of Offense:..................................................................................Multiple Type of Defense:.................................................................................Multiple
Date: October 6, 2012 Site: West Haven, Conn. Time: 1:00 p.m.
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GAME 6 Bentley Falcons
2012 COACHES
GAME 5 Assumption Greyhounds
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2012 SEASON OPPONENTS GAME 7 Stonehill Skyhawks
GAME 8 Southern Conn. St. Owls
Location:.................................................................................. Easton, Mass. Founded:.................................................................................................1948 Enrollment:........................................................................................... 2,300 President:...........................................................Rev. Mark T. Cregan, C.S.C. Nickname:...................................................................................... Skyhawks Colors:................................................................................. Purple and White Conference:.............................................................................. Northeast-10 Affiliation:.............................................................................. NCAA Division II Stadium:.......................................................................W.B. Mason Stadium Capacity:............................................................................................... 2,400 Playing Surface:.............................................................................. Field Turf Director of Athletics:........................................................... Brendan Sullivan Office Phone Number:................................................. (508) 565-1384 Sports Information Dir.:.......................................................... Doug Monson Office Phone Number:................................................. (508)-565-1352 E-mail:.............................................................. dmonson@stonehill.edu Website............................................................ www.stonehillskyhawks.com Head Football Coach:................................................................ Robert Talley Record at School:..........................................................................19-22 Career Record:...............................................................................19-22 2011 Record:............................................................................................. 4-7 Type of Offense:................................................................................. Multiple Type of Defense:................................................................................ Multiple
Location:............................................................................New Haven, Conn. Founded:................................................................................................. 1893 Enrollment:..........................................................................................11,000 President:........................................................................... Mary A. Papazian Nickname:............................................................................................... Owls Colors:.....................................................................................Blue and White Conference:...............................................................................Northeast-10 Affiliation:...............................................................................NCAA Division II Stadium:............................................................................Jess Dow Stadium Capacity:................................................................................................6,000 Playing Surface:...............................................................................Field Turf Director of Athletics:.................................................................. Patricia Nicol Office Phone Number:..................................................(203) 392-6045 Sports Information Dir.:..................................................Michael Kobylanski Office Phone Number:..................................................(203) 392-6005 E-mail:................................................... kobylanskim1@southernct.edu Website..................................................................www.southernctowls.com Head Football Coach:........................................................... Rich Cavanaugh Record at School:.................................................................. 164-115-1 Career Record:....................................................................... 164-115-1 2011 Record:..............................................................................................7-3 Type of Offense:..................................................................................Multiple Type of Defense:.................................................................................Multiple
2012 SCHEDULE Aug 31............ Bloomsburg............................................................. 6:00 p.m. Sept 8............ Southern Conn. St.................................................. 1:00 p.m. Sept 14.......... at Saint Anselm.......................................................7:00 p.m. Sept 22.......... Assumption............................................................. 6:00 p.m. Sept 28.......... at Bentley.................................................................7:00 p.m. Oct 5............... at American International.......................................7:00 p.m. Oct 13............ Merrimack............................................................. 12:00 p.m. Oct 18............ New Haven.............................................................. 8:00 p.m. Nov 3.............. at Pace.................................................................. 12:00 p.m. Nov 10........... NE-10 Championship Weekend....................................... TBA
2012 SCHEDULE Sept 1............ at Indiana (Pa.)........................................................1:00 p.m. Sept 8............ at Stonehill...............................................................1:00 p.m. Sept 15.......... Saint Augustine’s.....................................................1:00 p.m. Sept 22.......... at Merrimack...........................................................1:00 p.m. Sept 29.......... Saint Anselm............................................................1:00 p.m. Oct 6............... at Pace.....................................................................1:00 p.m. Oct 13............ American International............................................1:00 p.m. Oct 19............ Assumption.............................................................. 7:00 p.m. Oct 27............ at New Haven...........................................................1:00 p.m. Nov 3.............. Bentley.....................................................................1:00 p.m. Nov 10........... NE-10 Championship Weekend........................................TBA
Date: October 18, 2012 Site: Easton, Mass. Time: 8:00 p.m.
2011 RESULTS Sept 2............. Curry................................................................................ W 35-7 Sept 10........... at Pace................................................................... L 23-20 (OT) Sept 16........... Bentley............................................................................ L 12-31 Sept 24........... American International.................................................. L 34-37 Oct 1................ at New Haven................................................................. L 23-52 Oct 8................ at Bryant........................................................................... L 7-42 Oct 15............. Pace................................................................................. W 49-0 Oct 22............. at Merrimack.................................................................. L 30-43 Oct 29............. at Southern Connecticut State........................................L 6-16 Nov 5............... Saint Anselm................................................................... W 35-7 Nov 12............ at Assumption...............................................................W 28-23
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Date: October 27, 2012 Site: West Haven, Conn. Time: 1:00 p.m.
2011 RESULTS Sept 3............ at Central Connecticut State ������������������������������������ L 21-35 Sept 10.......... at West Liberty State.................................................W 27-19 Sept 17.......... at Saint Anselm.........................................................W 59-34 Sept 23.......... Pace.............................................................................. W 61-0 Oct 1............... at Assumption............................................................W 38-24 Oct 7............... New Haven.................................................................. L 38-59 Oct 15............ at Bentley...................................................................W 31-29 Oct 22............ at American International.........................................W 48-47 Oct 29............ Stonehill....................................................................... W 16-6 Nov 12........... Merrimack................................................................... L 27-28
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For the first time in conference history, the Northeast-10 will host a Championship Game during the 2012 season. The final weekend of the NCAA’s regular season will be reserved for the annual championship weekend. The annual championship consists of a two-team Championship Game. The top two teams shall participate and be seeded based on regular season play. The three through eight seeds shall also be matched up and play on the same date.
Date: November 10, 2012 Site: Highest Seed Time: 12:00 p.m. | 1:00 p.m.
Championship Saturday (November 10, 2012) Championship Game No. 2 seed at No. 1 seed Other Matchups No. 6 seed at No. 3 seed No. 7 seed at No. 4 seed No. 8 seed at No. 5 seed
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2011 RESULTS Sept 3............. at C.W. Post.............................................................. W 13-7 (OT) Sept 10........... at Bryant..........................................................................L 16-27 Sept 17........... Assumption....................................................................W 37-27 Sept 24........... at Stonehill.................................................................... W 37-34 Sept 30........... at Bentley........................................................................L 10-28 Oct 8................ Saint Anselm................................................................. W 35-21 Oct 15............. at New Haven �����������������������������������������������������������������L 20-34 Oct 22............. Southern Connecticut....................................................L 47-48 Nov 5............... Merrimack..................................................................... W 38-34 Nov 12............ at Pace.............................................................................W 54-6
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2012 SCHEDULE Sept 8............ at Shepherd...........................................................12:00 p.m. Sept 15.......... at Merrimack...........................................................1:00 p.m. Sept 21.......... Pace.......................................................................... 7:00 p.m. Sept 29.......... at Assumption..........................................................1:00 p.m. Oct 5............... Stonehill................................................................... 7:00 p.m. Oct 13............ at Southern Conn. St...............................................1:00 p.m. Oct 20............ Bentley.....................................................................1:00 p.m. Oct 27............ at Saint Anselm.......................................................1:00 p.m. Nov 3.............. New Haven...............................................................1:00 p.m. Nov 10........... NE-10 Championship Weekend........................................TBA
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Location:............................................................................ Springfield, Mass. Founded:................................................................................................. 1885 Enrollment:............................................................................................ 1,750 President:............................................................................. Vincent Maniaci Nickname:............................................................................... Yellow Jackets Colors:......................................................................... Gold, Black and White Conference:...............................................................................Northeast-10 Affiliation:...............................................................................NCAA Division II Stadium:......................................................................Ronald J. Abdow Field Capacity:................................................................................................4,000 Playing Surface:...............................................................................Field Turf Director of Athletics:.............................................................. Richard Bedard Office Phone Number:..................................................(413) 205-3532 Sports Information Dir.:...........................................................Darryl Konicki Office Phone Number:.................................................. (413) 205-3572 E-mail:..................................................................darryl.konicki@aic.edu Website................................................................ www.aicyellowjackets.com Head Football Coach:.................................................................... Art Wilkins Record at School:........................................................................112-73 Career Record:.............................................................................112-73 2010 Record:..............................................................................................6-4 Type of Offense:..........................................................................................Pro Type of Defense:..................................................................................... 4-3-4
Date: November 3, 2012 Site: Springfield, Mass. Time: 1:00 p.m.
2012 PLAYERS
GAME 10 NE-10 Conference Championship
2012 COACHES
GAME 9 Amer. International Yellow Jackets
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Adelphi University Panthers
Garden City, N.Y.
American International College Yellow Jackets Springfield, Mass.
Assumption College Greyhounds
The Northeast-10 Conference is an NCAA Division II conference that was established in 1979. The NE-10 consists of 16 member institutions that are located throughout the Nor theast including Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York and Vermont.
men’s soccer, women’s track & field, and men’s and women’s swimming & diving.
This past year, 47 teams representing the Northeast-10 saw their name on NCAA selection days as Division II national championship fields were announced. The 47 teams represented fourteen different The institutions that make up the Northeast-10 institutions. are Adelphi University (Garden City, N.Y.), American International College (Springfield, During the 2010-2011 academic year, Mass.), Assumption College (Worcester, two Northeast-10 teams claimed national Mass.), Bentley University (Waltham, Mass.), titles, as UMass Lowell won the field hockey Franklin Pierce University (Rindge, N.H.), Le championship and Adelphi won the women’s Moyne College (Syracuse, N.Y.), University lacrosse national crown. Indivudally, New of Massachusetts Lowell (Lowell, Mass.), Haven’s Shannon Gagne won five national Merrimack College (North Andover, Mass.), titles at the indoor and outdoor track and University of New Haven (West Haven, field championship meets, Stonehill’s Corey Conn.), Pace University (Pleasantville, N.Y.), Thomas was the national champion in the Saint Anselm College (Manchester, N.H.), high jump, and Southern Connecticut’s Saint Michael’s College (Colchester, Vt.), Amanda Thomas took home the gold medal College of Saint Rose (Albany, N.Y.), Southern in the 200-yard individual medley at the NCAA Connecticut State University (New Haven, Swimming and Diving Championships. Conn.), Southern New Hampshire University (Manchester, N.H.), and Stonehill College The Saint Rose women’s soccer team also (Easton, Mass.). claimed its first national championship in 2011. The 16 member institutions are spread geographically from Syracuse, New York to From the field of play to the class room, the Boston, Massachusetts and from Burlington, Northeast-10 honored a number of studentVermont to Long Island, New York. Many of athletes for their academic accomplishments. the members are located in or around the The conference honored close to 200 studentmetropolitan areas of Albany, Boston, New athletes throughout the year that excelled at Haven, Worcester, and New York. a high level on the field and in the classroom as members of the academic all conference The Conference most recently welcomed the teams. Additionally, 2,917 student-athletes University of New Haven in 2008 and Adelphi representing each of the sixteen schools University in 2009, adding to the powerful earned a 3.0 GPA or higher and were named union of strong academic and athletic to the Commissioner’s Honor Roll last year. colleges and universities. Today’s Northeast-10 Conference remains The Nor theast-10 has evolved into a focused on complementing the academic membership committed to competitive integrity and missions of the member athletics programs that emphasize the institutions with a commitment to a broadeducation on and off the field of its more than based championship program, as evidenced 5,500 student athletes. by the 23 sports the Conference offers in championship play, the most of any Division Counted among the many accomplishments II conference. of our institutions are NCAA Division II National Championships in women’s basketball, field hockey, men’s lacrosse, women’s lacrosse,
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Bentley College Falcons
Waltham, Mass.
Franklin Pierce University Ravens Rindge, N.H.
Le Moyne College Dolphins
Syracuse, N.Y.
University of Massachuetts Lowell River Hawks Lowell, Mass.
Merrimack College Warriors
North Andover, Mass.
University of New Haven Chargers
West Haven, Conn.
Pace University Setters
Pleasantville, N.Y.
Saint Anselm College Hawks
Manchester, N.H.
Saint Michael’s College Purple Knights Colchester, Vt.
The College of Saint Rose Golden Knights Albany, N.Y.
Southern Connecticut State University Owls New Haven, Conn.
Southern New Hampshire University Penmen Manchester, N.H.
Stonehill College Skyhawks
Easton, Mass.
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TEAM STATISTICS UNH OPP SCORING...............................................523..................307 Points Per Game................................40.2.................23.6 FIRST DOWNS.......................................270...................253 Rushing...............................................107...................86 Passing...............................................150...................142 Penalty................................................13.....................25 RUSHING YARDAGE..............................1799................1510 Yards gained rushing.........................2164................1865 Yards lost rushing...............................365..................355 Rushing Attempts...............................463..................447 Average Per Rush...............................3.9....................3.4 Average Per Game..............................138.4...............116.2 TDs Rushing........................................25.....................17 PASSING YARDAGE...............................3689................3167 Comp-Att-Int........................................244-372-15.....268-457-17 Average Per Pass................................9.9....................6.9 Average Per Catch..............................15.1..................11.8 Average Per Game..............................283.8...............243.6 TDs Passing........................................40.....................20 TOTAL OFFENSE....................................5488................4677 Total Plays...........................................835..................904 Average Per Play.................................6.6....................5.2 Average Per Game..............................422.2...............359.8 KICK RETURNS: #-Yards......................59-1316...........79-1605 PUNT RETURNS: #-Yards......................18-128.............9-95 INT RETURNS: #-Yards.........................17-72...............15-114 KICK RETURN AVERAGE......................22.3.................20.3 PUNT RETURN AVERAGE......................7.1....................10.6 INT RETURN AVERAGE.........................4.2....................7.6 FUMBLES-LOST....................................12-7.................15-9
TEAM STATISTICS UNH OPP PENALTIES-Yards..................................104-912...........85-814 Average Per Game..............................70.2.................62.6 PUNTS-Yards.........................................47-1555...........59-2059 Average Per Punt................................33.1..................34.9 Net punt average................................30.6.................32.1 TIME OF POSSESSION/Game.............. 30:52.............. 29:02 3RD-DOWN Conversions......................83/165............65/190 3rd-Down Pct......................................50%..................34% 4TH-DOWN Conversions......................7/14.................21/37 4th-Down Pct......................................50%..................57% SACKS BY-Yards....................................36-174.............31-257 MISC YARDS.........................................61.....................-12 TOUCHDOWNS SCORED......................69.....................38 FIELD GOALS-ATTEMPTS......................14-17................15-20 ON-SIDE KICKS.....................................0-0....................0-1 RED-ZONE SCORES..............................(52-61) 85%....(38-46) 83% RED-ZONE TOUCHDOWNS...................(40-61) 66%....(26-46) 57% PAT-ATTEMPTS......................................(63-65) 97%....(30-34) 88% ATTENDANCE........................................20853..............22581 Games/Avg Per Game.......................7/2979............6/3764 Neutral Site Games.....................................................0/0 SCORE BY QUARTERS 1st 2nd 3rd 4th OT Total New Haven..........................95...... 140..... 135.....147....6.......523 Opponents..........................65...... 105..... 62.......72...... 3.......307
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PUNT RETURNS No. Yds Avg TD Long Josh Smart................................8......... 92.........11.5....0..........26 Quran Kent...............................5......... 16.........3.2.......0..........10 Quivari Jackson........................ 3......... 13.........4.3.......0..........9 Sean Berglund..........................1......... 7............7.0.......0..........0 Total..................................... 18......128...... 7.1......0.........26 Opponents........................... 9.........95........ 10.6....0.........34
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RECEIVING G No. Yds Avg TD Long Avg/G Josh Smart................................13...... 50.........528.....10.6....2............ 52........40.6 Jason Thompson......................13...... 43.........1046...24.3....14.......... 80........80.5 Chris Ruffin............................... 13...... 40.........571......14.3....2............ 39........43.9 Kameel Lashley........................13...... 25.........404.....16.2....4............ 54........31.1 Demetrius Washington............13...... 24.........444.....18.5....8............ 52........34.2 Mike DeCaro............................. 13...... 20.........244.....12.2....2............ 45........18.8 Nick Music................................11...... 14.........178......12.7....2............ 51........16.2 Anthony Tillman........................13...... 8............48........6.0.......0............ 9...........3.7 Jake Stark.................................13...... 5............40........8.0.......0............ 22........3.1 Chris Higgins............................. 12...... 3............56........18.7....3............ 34........4.7 Victor Jones.............................. 4......... 3............40........13.3....0............ 34........10.0 Quran Kent...............................8......... 3............35........11.7....1............ 15........4.4 Quivari Jackson........................ 6......... 2............23........11.5....1............ 23........3.8 Brandon Ruberti....................... 9......... 1............13........13.0....0............ 13........1.4 Mike Friello............................... 8......... 1............11........11.0....0............ 11........1.4 Mike Gomes.............................13...... 1............6..........6.0.......0............ 6...........0.5 Scott Schultz............................. 10....... 1............2..........2.0.......1............ 2...........0.2 Total..................................... 13......244...... 3689...15.1....40.........80....... 283.8 Opponents........................... 13......268...... 3167...11.8....20.........80....... 243.6
2012 PLAYERS
PASSING G Effic Cmp-Att-Int Pct Yds TD Lng Avg/G Ryan Osiecki............................. 13...... 175.67.... 224-341-12... 65.7....... 3336........ 36...... 80........256.6 Ronnie Nelson..........................13...... 193.01.... 17-25-1.......... 68.0....... 278..........3......... 40........21.4 Brice DeRosa............................13...... 311.60.... 1-2-0............... 50.0....... 23............ 1......... 23........1.8 Jason Thompson......................13...... 318.40.... 2-2-0............... 100.0.... 52............ 0......... 37........4.0 Chris Scifo.................................13...... -200.00... 0-1-1............... 0.0......... 0...............0......... 0...........0.0 Kameel Lashley........................13...... -200.00... 0-1-1............... 0.0......... 0...............0......... 0...........0.0 Total..................................... 13......176.31.... 244-372-15... 65.6...... 3689.......40...... 80....... 283.8 Opponents........................... 13......123.86.... 268-457-17... 58.6...... 3167.......20...... 80....... 243.6
2012 COACHES
RUSHING GP Att Gain Loss Net Avg TD Long Avg/G Mike DeCaro............................. 13...... 157.......842.....36........806....... 5.1.......10...... 46....... 62.0 Ronnie Nelson..........................13...... 47.........363.....4..........359....... 7.6........2........45....... 27.6 Anthony Tillman........................13...... 85.........332.....25........307....... 3.6.......2........18....... 23.6 Victor Jones.............................. 4......... 29.........142.....4..........138....... 4.8.......0........34....... 34.5 Brian Alston.............................. 5......... 32.........133.....2..........131....... 4.1.......3........16........ 26.2 Ryan Osiecki............................. 13...... 96.........313.....281.....32.......... 0.3.......8........25....... 2.5 Brice DeRosa............................13...... 2............13........0..........13.......... 6.5.......0........9.......... 1.0 Quran Kent...............................8......... 1............11........0..........11.......... 11.0.....0........11....... 1.4 Josh Smart................................13...... 1............7..........0..........7............ 7.0........0........7.......... 0.5 Steven Corona..........................2......... 3............5..........0..........5............ 1.7.......0........2.......... 2.5 Jason Thompson......................13...... 1............3..........0..........3............ 3.0.......0........3.......... 0.2 Team......................................... 9......... 9............0..........13........-13......... -1.4......0........0.......... -1.4 Total..................................... 13......463...... 2164...365.....1799.....3.9...... 25......46.......138.4 Opponents........................... 13......447...... 1865...355.....1510.....3.4...... 17......75.......116.2
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INTERCEPTIONS................... No......Yds...... Avg.....TD.......Long J.D. Chalifoux............................ 6......... 10.........1.7.......0..........14 Desmond Anderson................. 2......... 31.........15.5....0..........28 MacArthur Cheek.....................2......... 18.........9.0.......0..........18 Kareem Cutler..........................1......... 0............0.0.......0..........0 Brian LaSure............................. 1......... 3............3.0.......0..........3 Raheem Stanley....................... 1......... 10.........10.0....0..........10 Cody Wallace............................ 1......... -2...........-2.0......0..........0 Mike Gomes.............................1......... 2............2.0.......0..........2 Charlie Hatchet........................ 1......... 0............0.0.......0..........0 Kervin Edouard......................... 1......... 0............0.0.......0..........0 Total..................................... 17.......72........ 4.2......0.........28 Opponents........................... 15......114...... 7.6......0.........35 KICK RETURNS No. Yds Avg TD Long Mike DeCaro............................. 33...... 829.......25.1....2..........90 Demetrius Washington............11...... 233.......21.2....0..........48 Quran Kent...............................8......... 174........21.8....0..........35 Kameel Lashley........................5......... 55.........11.0....0..........19 Chris Higgins............................. 1......... 5............5.0.......0..........5 Josh Smart................................1......... 20.........20.0....0..........20 Total..................................... 59......1316.... 22.3....2.........90 Opponents........................... 79......1605.... 20.3....1.........81 FUMBLE RETURNS No. Yds Avg TD Long Tom Herd..................................1......... 48.........48.0....1..........48 Bernard Risco........................... 1......... 12.........12.0....1..........12 Total..................................... 2.........60........ 30.0....2.........48 Opponents........................... 0.........0.......... 0.0......0.........0 |--------------- PATs ------------| SCORING TD FGs Kick Rush Rcv Pass DXP Saf Points Chris Scifo.................................0......... 14-17....63-65..0-0.......0......... 0-0.........0.............0.........105 Jason Thompson......................14....... 0-0........0-0.......0-0.......1......... 0-0.........0.............0.........86 Mike DeCaro............................. 14....... 0-0........0-0.......0-0.......0......... 0-0.........0.............0.........84 Ryan Osiecki............................. 8......... 0-0........0-0.......0-0.......0......... 2-3.........0.............0.........48 Demetrius Washington............8......... 0-0........0-0.......0-0.......0......... 0-0.........0.............0.........48 Kameel Lashley........................4......... 0-0........0-0.......0-0.......0......... 0-0.........0.............0.........24 Brian Alston.............................. 3......... 0-0........0-0.......0-0.......0......... 0-0.........0.............0.........18 Chris Higgins............................. 3......... 0-0........0-0.......0-0.......0......... 0-0.........0.............0.........18 Chris Ruffin............................... 2......... 0-0........0-0.......0-0.......1......... 0-0.........0.............0.........14 Anthony Tillman........................2......... 0-0........0-0.......0-0.......0......... 0-0.........0.............0.........12 Ronnie Nelson..........................2......... 0-0........0-0.......0-0.......0......... 0-0.........0.............0.........12 Nick Music................................2......... 0-0........0-0.......0-0.......0......... 0-0.........0.............0.........12 Josh Smart................................2......... 0-0........0-0.......0-0.......0......... 0-0.........0.............0.........12 Scott Schultz............................. 1......... 0-0........0-0.......0-0.......0......... 0-0.........0.............0.........6 Quivari Jackson........................ 1......... 0-0........0-0.......0-0.......0......... 0-0.........0.............0.........6 Quran Kent...............................1......... 0-0........0-0.......0-0.......0......... 0-0.........0.............0.........6 Bernard Risco........................... 1......... 0-0........0-0.......0-0.......0......... 0-0.........0.............0.........6 Tom Herd..................................1......... 0-0........0-0.......0-0.......0......... 0-0.........0.............0.........6 Kendrick Butler........................0......... 0-0........0-0.......0-0.......0......... 0-0.........0.............0.........0 Total..................................... 69......14-17... 63-65.. 0-0......2........ 2-3....... 0............0........ 523 Opponents........................... 38......15-20... 30-34.. 1-1......1........ 1-2....... 0............0........ 307
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KICKOFFS No. Yds Avg TB OB Retn Net YdLn Chris Scifo.................................92...... 5582.....60.7....9..........4.........-............... -...............Total..................................... 92......5582.... 60.7....9.........4........ 1605.......41.3....... 28 Opponents........................... 61......3365.... 55.2....1.........1........ 1316.......33.3....... 36
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PUNTING No. Yds Avg Long TB FC I20 Blkd Chris Scifo.................................28...... 979.......35.0....58........0......... 10........ 7...........0 Ronnie Nelson..........................18...... 559.......31.1.....54........1......... 3.......... 4...........0 Corey Wynn............................... 1......... 17.........17.0.....17........0......... 0.......... 0...........0 Total..................................... 47.......1555.... 33.1....58.......1........ 13....... 11....... 0 Opponents........................... 59......2059.... 34.9....54.......2........ 17........ 13....... 2
2012 OUTLOOK
FG SEQUENCE New Haven OPPONENTS West Chester............................ 50........................(33),(32),(28),(30) Saint Augustine’s.....................(23),(20),(37)......William and Mary..................... (28)......................(21),30,(28) Assumption............................... 48........................Stonehill....................................(47)......................(40) Southern Connecticut..............(23)......................(39),33,(26),(34) American Int’l...........................(34),(35)..............(23),(34),39 Bentley......................................(41)......................(46) Merrimack................................ (41)......................44 Pace..........................................-............................34 Saint Anselm............................(25),19.................(19) Kutztown................................... (23),(21),(19)......(19) Winston-Salem State...............-............................Numbers in (parentheses) indicate field goal was made.
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FIELD GOALS FGM-FGA Pct 01-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-99 Lg Blk Chris Scifo.................................14-17...............82.4........ 1-2........... 7-7............ 3-3............3-4............. 0-1............47...........0
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TOTAL OFFENSE G Plays Rush Pass Total Avg/G Ryan Osiecki............................. 13...... 437.......32........3336...... 3368........ 259.1 Mike DeCaro............................. 13...... 157.......806.....0.............806.......... 62.0 Ronnie Nelson..........................13...... 72.........359.....278........637.......... 49.0 Anthony Tillman........................13...... 85.........307.....0.............307.......... 23.6 Victor Jones.............................. 4......... 29.........138.....0.............138.......... 34.5 Brian Alston.............................. 5......... 32.........131.....0.............131.......... 26.2 Jason Thompson......................13...... 3............3..........52........... 55............ 4.2 Brice DeRosa............................13...... 4............13........23........... 36............ 2.8 Quran Kent...............................8......... 1............11........0.............11............ 1.4 Josh Smart................................13...... 1............7..........0.............7............... 0.5 Steven Corona..........................2......... 3............5..........0.............5............... 2.5 Team......................................... 9......... 9............-13.......0.............-13........... -1.4 Total..................................... 13......835...... 1799...3689......5488....... 422.2 Opponents........................... 13......904...... 1510...3167......4677....... 359.8
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ALL PURPOSE G Rush Rec PR KOR IR Tot Avg/G Mike DeCaro............................. 13...... 806.......244........0.......... 829.........0.........1879.... 144.5 Jason Thompson......................13...... 3............1046......0.......... 0.............0.........1049....80.7 Demetrius Washington............13...... 0............444........0.......... 233.........0.........677......52.1 Josh Smart................................13...... 7............528........92........ 20........... 0.........647......49.8 Chris Ruffin............................... 13...... 0............571.........0.......... 0.............0.........571.......43.9 Kameel Lashley........................13...... 0............404........0.......... 55........... 0.........459......35.3 Ronnie Nelson..........................13...... 359.......0.............0.......... 0.............0.........359......27.6 Anthony Tillman........................13...... 307.......48...........0.......... 0.............0.........355......27.3 Quran Kent...............................8......... 11.........35...........16........ 174.........0.........236......29.5 Victor Jones.............................. 4......... 138.......40...........0.......... 0.............0.........178.......44.5 Nick Music................................11...... 0............178.........0.......... 0.............0.........178.......16.2 Brian Alston.............................. 5......... 131.......0.............0.......... 0.............0.........131......26.2 Chris Higgins............................. 12...... 0............56...........0.......... 5.............0.........61......... 5.1 Jake Stark.................................13...... 0............40...........0.......... 0.............0.........40......... 3.1 Quivari Jackson........................ 6......... 0............23...........13........ 0.............0.........36......... 6.0 Ryan Osiecki............................. 13...... 32.........0.............0.......... 0.............0.........32......... 2.5 Desmond Anderson................. 13...... 0............0.............0.......... 0.............31.......31.........2.4 MacArthur Cheek.....................3......... 0............0.............0.......... 0.............18......18.........6.0 Brice DeRosa............................13...... 13.........0.............0.......... 0.............0.........13.........1.0 Brandon Ruberti....................... 9......... 0............13...........0.......... 0.............0.........13.........1.4 Mike Friello............................... 8......... 0............11...........0.......... 0.............0.........11......... 1.4 J.D. Chalifoux............................ 13...... 0............0.............0.......... 0.............10.......10......... 0.8 Raheem Stanley....................... 13...... 0............0.............0.......... 0.............10.......10......... 0.8 Mike Gomes.............................13...... 0............6.............0.......... 0.............2.........8...........0.6 Sean Berglund..........................13...... 0............0.............7.......... 0.............0.........7...........0.5 Steven Corona..........................2......... 5............0.............0.......... 0.............0.........5...........2.5 Brian LaSure............................. 4......... 0............0.............0.......... 0.............3.........3...........0.8 Scott Schultz............................. 10....... 0............2.............0.......... 0.............0.........2...........0.2 Cody Wallace............................ 12...... 0............0.............0.......... 0.............-2........-2..........-0.2 Team......................................... 9......... -13........0.............0.......... 0.............0.........-13........-1.4 Total..................................... 13......1799.... 3689..... 128..... 1316...... 72...... 7004... 538.8 Opponents........................... 13......1510.... 3167..... 95....... 1605...... 114... 6491.... 499.3
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|---Pass Def---| |-Fumbles-| Blkd Int-Yds BrUp QBH Rcv-Yds FF Kick Saf 1-0 6 1 . . 1 . 2-31 8 . . . . . . 6 . 3-12 2 . . 1-2 1 . 1-0 . . . . 2 3 3-48 . . . 1-10 . 3 . . 1 . . 4 3 . 3 1 . 1--2 . . . 1 . . 6-10 4 . . . . . . 1 . 1-0 . . . . . 1 . . . . . 9 . . . 1 . 1-0 1 . 1-0 1 . . . 1 1 . 1 . . . 1 . . 1 . . . 1 . . . 1 . . 2 . . . . . . . . . . 1 . 1-0 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-72 51 12 9-60 10 6 . 15-114 35 19 7-0 8 2 .
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|------------Tackles------------| |-Sacks-| No. Defensive Leaders GP So. Ast Tot. TFL/Yds No-Yards 57 Charlie Hatchet...........13 42 51 93 6.0-31 1.0-7 6 Desmond Anderson....13 52 28 80 2.0-3 . 23 Bernard Risco.............13 44 35 79 2.5-14 1.5-11 5 Mike Gomes................13 37 36 73 7.0-17 2.0-5 40 Tom Herd.....................12 36 22 58 13.5-58 12.0-48 78 Raheem Stanley..........13 27 26 53 15.0-46 3.5-19 25 Robert Hill...................13 26 18 44 17.0-72 6.5-35 59 Cody Wallace...............12 12 29 41 2.0-6 0.5-4 26 J.D. Chalifoux...............13 28 10 38 . . 33 Herbens Antenor.........13 22 16 38 1.5-2 . 34 Scott Lowery................10 11 24 35 3.0-4 . 3 Kendrick Butler...........13 24 9 33 . . 10 Kervin Edouard...........13 7 25 32 0.5-2 0.5-2 44 Scott Schultz...............10 15 16 31 7.5-19 2.5-12 96 Ahmet Baki Basci........13 16 14 30 9.0-30 1.5-11 31 Rodney Lanham..........10 12 10 22 . . 32 Richard Long...............12 11 9 20 4.0-16 2.0-8 95 Sean Berglund............13 7 11 18 2.0-7 2.0-7 11 Kareem Cutler.............12 5 12 17 . . 54 Jaylen Johnson............8 6 11 17 2.0-2 . 58 Alex Quinn...................11 3 11 14 2.0-4 . 42 Brandon Ruberti.........9 4 8 12 . . 21 Jon Jackson.................4 5 4 9 . . 82 George Gerosa............12 5 4 9 . . 94 Brent Macleod............8 1 5 6 1.0-7 0.5-5 TM Team............................9 6 . 6 1.0-6 . 37 DJ Francis....................6 1 5 6 . . 52 Sherwood Jonathas....8 2 4 6 0.5-1 . 97 Alex Dyer......................11 3 2 5 . . 41 Vail Grafton.................4 3 2 5 . . 36 Anthony Tillman..........13 1 3 4 . . 80 Nick Music...................11 2 2 4 . . 19 Chris Scifo...................13 2 2 4 . . 51 John Irwin....................13 2 1 3 . . 8 Brian LaSure...............4 2 1 3 . . 14 Ronnie Nelson.............13 2 1 3 . . 28 MacArthur Cheek........3 . 2 2 . . 91 Angelo Cupo................5 1 1 2 . . 9 Josh Smart..................13 2 . 2 . . 65 Zach Conklin...............12 2 . 2 . . 92 Jelani Blandin..............6 . 2 2 . . 72 James Malloy..............13 1 . 1 . . 79 Lance Chapman..........12 . 1 1 . . 83 Mike Friello..................8 . 1 1 . . 89 Jake Stark....................13 . 1 1 . . 27 Victor Jones.................4 . 1 1 . . 4 Jason Thompson.........13 1 . 1 . . 86 Chris Higgins...............12 1 . 1 . . 16 Kameel Lashley...........13 1 . 1 . . 2 Mike DeCaro................13 1 . 1 . . 22 Quran Kent..................8 1 . 1 . . Total........................... 13 495 476 971 99-347 36-174 Opponents................. 13 466 454 920 70.0-351 31-257
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NE-10 Overall Team Record Pct. Record Pct. New Haven *...................8-0 1.000 11-2 0.846 So. Connecticut...............6-2 0.750 7-3 0.700 American Int’l..................5-3 0.625 6-4 0.600 Bentley.............................5-3 0.625 6-4 0.600 Merrimack.......................5-3 0.625 6-4 0.600 Assumption......................3-5 0.375 4-6 0.400 Stonehill...........................3-5 0.375 4-7 0.364 Saint Anselm...................1-7 0.125 1-9 0.100 Pace.................................0-8 0.000 1-9 0.100 * 2011 Northeast-10 Champion
• New Haven became just the second team in the history of the Northeast-10 Conference to advance to the quarterfinals of the NCAA Championship. • The Chargers were ranked No. 8 in the final AFCA Top-25 poll and appeared as high as fifth in the nation in 2011. They also topped all three East Region polls. • Running back Rashaad Slowley of Southern Connecticut was named a finalist for the 2011 Harlon Hill Award, which is presented annually to the top player in Division II. The senior’s 29 total touchdowns was third most among schools at all three collegiate levels.. • New Haven’s David Stedman was named a finalist for the 2011 Gene Upshaw Division II Lineman of the Year Award. • New Haven head coach Peter Rossomando was selected as one of finve finalists for the 2011 Liberty Mutual Coach of the Year award. • Merrimack’s Shawn Loiseau was selected to participate in the 87th annual East-West Shrine Game and later signed as an undrafted free agent with the Houston Texans.
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Most Valuable Player Rashaad Slowley, So. Connecticut Offensive Player of the Year Ryan Osiecki, New Haven Defensive Players of the Year Shawn Loiseau, Merrimack Offensive Lineman of the Year David Stedman, New Haven Defensive Lineman of the Year Tony Johnson, Merrimack Rookie of the Year Kevin Arduino, American Int’l Coach of the Year Peter Rossomando, New Haven All-NE-10 First Team - Offense Ryan Osiecki ..................Jr. QB New Haven Matt Pedone ..................So. RB Assumption Rashaad Slowley ...........Sr. RB So. Connecticut Isaiah Voegeli ................Jr. WR Merrimack Jason Thompson ...........Jr. WR New Haven Marc Wilson ...................Sr. WR Saint Anselm Kameel Lashley .............Sr. TE New Haven Dan Duggan ...................Sr. OL Assumption Nick Halloran .................Sr. OL Bentley Alex (A.J.) Riker ..............Sr. OL Bentley Zach Gilbert ...................Jr. OL Merrimack David Stedman ..............Sr. OL New Haven Chris Hazelton ...............Sr. PK So. Connecticut Stephen Neville .............Sr. RS Stonehill
All-NE-10 Second Team - Offense Bryant Johnson .............Gr. QB Bentley Jimon Hill .......................Jr. RB Merrimack Mike DeCaro ..................So. RB New Haven Wade Critides ................Gr. WR Bentley Willie Epps .....................Jr. WR So. Connecticut Andre Privott ..................Sr. WR So. Connecticut Trevor Perryman ............Sr. TE American Int’l Lance Chapman ............Sr. OL New Haven Zach Conklin ..................Jr. OL New Haven James Malloy .................Jr. OL New Haven Chris Bolte .....................Jr. OL Stonehill Bill Chaffin .....................Jr. OL So. Connecticut Chris Scifo ......................Jr. PK New Haven Mike DeCaro ..................So. RS New Haven
All-NE-10 First Team - Defense Nick Haag ......................Jr. DL Assumption Tony Johnson .................Sr. DL Merrimack Tom Herd .......................Jr. DL New Haven Raheem Stanley ............Sr. DL New Haven Ike Igbinosun .................Sr. DL So. Connecticut Nick Diantonio ...............Sr. LB Assumption Shawn Loiseau ..............Sr. LB Merrimack Mike Gomes ..................Sr. LB New Haven Charlie Hatchett ............Sr. LB New Haven Shane O’Donnell ...........Sr. LB Saint Anselm Max Brown .....................Sr. DB American Int’l Sonny Dillinger ..............Sr. DB Assumption Artis Holt ........................Jr. DB Merrimack Desmond Anderson ......Sr. DB New Haven Bernard Risco ................Jr. DB New Haven Daniel Backx ..................Fr. P American Int’l
All-NE-10 Second Team - Defense Khalid Pitts ....................Jr. DL Assumption Matt Welch ....................Sr. DL Bentley Michael Wiggins ............Jr. DL Merrimack Rob Hill ...........................Sr. DL New Haven Scott Schultz ..................Sr. DL New Haven Joel Bowen .....................So. LB American Int’l Mike Bates .....................So. LB Assumption Sam-uel Johnson ...........Sr. LB So. Connecticut Chevar Rankins .............Gr. LB So. Connecticut Wausa Onigbanjo ..........Sr. DB American Int’l David Lopez ...................Sr. DB Pace Ozone Michael Escobar ............Sr. DB So. Connecticut Jareed Gaines ................Jr. DB Stonehill Chris Rooney ..................Sr. P Stonehill
NE-10 All-Rookie Team Kevin Arduino ................QB American Int’l Daniel Backx ..................P American Int’l Joel Bowen .....................LB American Int’l George Grosz .................OL American Int’l Jaquawne Simpkins ......LB American Int’l Kevin Bumpus ...............QB Assumption Brad Keirstead ..............DB Bentley Chris Unis .......................LB Merrimack Cameron Davis ..............WR Pace Isaac Jorgenson ............LB Saint Anselm Zach Lombard ...............OL Saint Anselm Dominick Diglio .............OL So. Connecticut Mike Hogan ...................LB Stonehill Zaire Reiph ....................WR Stonehill Eric Schneider ...............DL Stonehill Brandon Weiss ..............DL Stonehill
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GAME 1 New Haven - 35, West Chester - 32
Score by Quarters 1 2 3 4 OT Score West Chester 3 9 7 10 3 32 Record: (0-1) New Haven 0 7 7 15 6 35 Record: (1-0)
The win is New Haven’s third straight season-opening victory as they improve to 31-11 alltime in opening games. With the loss, the Golden Rams begin the 2011 campaign 0-1. The Chargers were led by quarterback Ryan Osiecki’s four-touchdown performance. The junior threw for 194 yards on 16-of-27 passing and rushed for 54 yards on 14 attempts. He threw for three touchdowns including the game-winner to Josh Smart and rushed for another. Smart added 55 yards on five receptions in the game and easily walked into the end zone on the final play of the game to give New Haven the win.
RUSHING: West Chester-Matt Carroll 14-80; Rondell White 11-51; Jackson Fagan 13-46; LaRonn Lee 1-8; Sean McCartney 3-minus 3. New Haven-Victor Jones 11-54; Mike DeCaro 9-30; Ryan Osiecki 14-28; Anthony Tillman 2-11; Ronnie Nelson 1-5. PASSING: West Chester-Sean McCartney 14-28-0-173; Matt Carroll 9-11-0-110. New Haven-Ryan Osiecki 16-27-3-194; Chris Scifo 0-1-1-0.
INTERCEPTIONS: West Chester-Bryan Hinderer 1-18; Carl Barnes 1-7; Matt Colyar 1-0; Bob Sabol 1-0. New Haven-None. FUMBLES: West Chester-Tim Keyser 1-1. New Haven-None. SACKS (UA-A): West Chester-Lew Esposito 0-1; Vic Iturbides 1-0; Matt Colyar 0-1; Josh Coulter 0-1; Eric Edwers 0-1. New Haven-Charlie Hatchet 1-0; Tom Herd 1-0; Scott Schultz 1-0; Mike Gomes 1-0.
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Josh Smart catches the game-winning touchdown from Ryan Osiecki, a 13-yard pass and catch in overtime. The score propelled the Chargers to a remarkable 11-straight Division II victories.
TACKLES (UA-A): West Chester-Matt Colyar 6-1; Shawn Krautzel 5-2; A. McCloskey 3-4; Mike Pereira 1-5; Eric Edwers 2-3; TEAM 3-0; Carl Barnes 3-0; Bryan Hinderer 3-0; Josh Coulter 2-1; Vic Iturbides 2-1; Lew Esposito 2-1; Nick Garcia 1-2; Ali-Haj Shabazz 2-0; Kyle O’Neill 1-1; Mike Lonergan 1-1; Andrew Sheehan 1-0; Justin Curry 1-0; Bob Sabol 0-1; Mike Labor 0-1. New Haven-Desmond Anderson 6-3; J.D. Chalifoux 6-3; Tom Herd 7-0; Kendrick Butler 6-1; Charlie Hatchet 4-3; Herbens Antenor 5-1; Cody Wallace 1-4; Mike Gomes 4-0; Team 3-0; Scott Schultz 2-1; Robert Hill 1-2; Anthony Tillman 1-2; Kervin Edouard 1-2; Raheem Stanley 1-0; Alex Quinn 1-0; Ahmet Baki Basci 1-0; Sean Berglund 1-0; Bernard Risco 1-0; Zach Conklin 1-0; Richard Long 0-1; Victor Jones 0-1.
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RECEIVING: West Chester-Jackson Fagan 7-79; Tim Keyser 7-69; LaRonn Lee 5-84; Rondell White 2-27; Sean Beahan 2-24. New Haven-Chris Ruffin 6-66; Josh Smart 5-55; Demetrius Washington 3-56; Kameel Lashley 1-10; Jake Stark 1-7.
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Jones was the leading rusher for New Haven with 57 yards on just 11 carries and Ruffin had a team-high 66 yards on six receptions. Defensively, Desmond Anderson and J.D. Chalifoux led the charge with nine total tackles each. Tom Herd, Charlie Hatchet, Mike Gomes and Scott Schultz all recorded a sack.
Team Statistics WCU UNH FIRST DOWNS.................................................25 21 RUSHES-YARDS (NET)....................................42-182 37-128 PASSING YDS (NET).......................................283 194 Passes Att-Comp-Int.......................................39-23-0 28-16-4 TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS......................81-465 65-322 Fumble Returns-Yards....................................0-0 0-0 Punt Returns-Yards........................................0-0 0-0 Kickoff Returns-Yards....................................3-68 7-160 Interception Returns-Yards............................4-25 0-0 Punts (Number-Avg).......................................4-40.2 2-36.0 Fumbles-Lost..................................................1-1 0-0 Penalties-Yards...............................................12-158 7-78 Possession Time............................................30:52 29:08 Third-Down Conversions................................7 of 18 6 of 13 Fourth-Down Conversions..............................2 of 3 2 of 3 Red-Zone Scores-Chances............................7-7 4-4 Sacks By: Number-Yards................................3-22 4-16
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GAME RECAP: WEST HAVEN, Conn. - The University of New Haven football team won its 2011 season opener in a stunning comeback on Saturday afternoon against West Chester University of Pennsylvania. The Chargers trailed for the majority of the game, however a 15-point fourth-quarter gave New Haven the momentum heading into overtime as they pulled ahead to claim a 35-32 victory.
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Scoring Summary: 1st...........03:06.......... WCU.................. Shawn Leo 33 yd field goal, 11-50 5:35.................................................................................................................................................... WCU 3 - UNH 0 2nd..........14:02.......... UNH.................. Demetrius Washington 28 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 9-58 3:51.............................................................................. WCU 3 - UNH 7 ................09:03.......... WCU.................. Jackson Fagan 3 yd run (Nate Pagan pass failed), 10-78 4:54............................................................................................................... WCU 9 - UNH 7 ................00:04.......... WCU.................. Shawn Leo 32 yd field goal, 10-50 3:04..................................................................................................................................................WCU 12 - UNH 7 3rd...........10:20.......... WCU.................. Rondell White 5 yd run (Shawn Leo kick), 5-61 2:02..............................................................................................................................WCU 19 - UNH 7 ................05:16.......... UNH.................. Demetrius Washington 24 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 8-65 4:38..........................................................................WCU 19 - UNH 14 4th...........13:05.......... WCU.................. LaRonn Lee 11 yd pass from Matt Carroll (Shawn Leo kick), 7-100 2:34...........................................................................................WCU 26 - UNH 14 ................10:46.......... UNH.................. Anthony Tillman 7 yd run (Chris Scifo kick), 5-30 2:06.........................................................................................................................WCU 26 - UNH 21 ................04:18.......... WCU.................. Shawn Leo 28 yd field goal, 11-32 5:04................................................................................................................................................WCU 29 - UNH 21 ................01:14.......... UNH.................. Ryan Osiecki 1 yd run (Chris Ruffin pass from Ryan Osiecki), 8-51 2:57............................................................................................ WCU 29 - UNH 29 OT ...........15:00.......... WCU.................. Shawn Leo 30 yd field goal, 7-12 0:00................................................................................................................................................. WCU 32 - UNH 29 ................15:00.......... UNH.................. Josh Smart 13 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki, 3-25 0:00......................................................................................................................... WCU 32 - UNH 35
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Date: September 3, 2011 Site: West Haven, Conn. (DellaCamera Stadium) Time: 1:00 p.m.
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2011 RECAPS GAME 2 New Haven - 50, Saint Augustine’s - 14
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Date: September 10, 2011 Site: West Haven, Conn. (DellaCamera Stadium) Time: 1:00 p.m.
Score by Quarters 1 2 3 4 Score Saint Augustine’s 7 7 0 0 14 Record: (1-2,0-1) New Haven 10 10 23 7 50 Record: (2-0, 0-0)
GAME RECAP: WEST HAVEN, Conn. - The University of New Haven football team won easily on Saturday afternoon by the final score of 50-14 against Saint Augustine’s College. An explosive output by the Chargers offense in the third quarter mixed by a second half shutout on defense, put the game far out-of-reach for the Falcons. New Haven is now 2-0 to begin the 2011 season while Saint Augustine’s drops to 1-2 overall. The Charger’s offense was clicking on all cylinders on Saturday. A well-balanced attack accumulated for 443 yards of total offense. New Haven rushed for 209 yards while holding their opponent to a staggering nine yards. They also threw for 234 on 17-of-24 passing and did not commit a turnover all game. Despite the success on both offense and defense, Saint Augustine’s scored first in the game with a 60-yard touchdown pass from Teddy Bacote to Tyron Laughinghouse. The score came at the 12:54 mark in the first quarter and gave the Falcons momentum early. Mike DeCaro (Weston, Fla./Cypress Bay ) led the rushing attack with 100 yards on just 11 carries for a 9.1 average. Victor Jones (Paterson, N.J./Passaic County Tech) was right behind him with 11 rushes for 76 yards. Osiecki had his second consecutive four-touchdown performance, connecting on two in the air and rushing for another two. He was 13-of-18 in the game for 194 yards and 0 interceptions. Nelson was 4-for-6 in the game with 40 yards and 44 yards rushing. Defensively, Bernard Risco (Philadelphia, Pa./James Hillhouse) and Desmond Anderson (Jacksonville, Fla./Edward H. White / Becker College) led the team with five solo tackles and six total. Also, Kareem Cutler (Dorchester, Mass./Charlestown ) and MacArthur Cheek (New Haven, Conn./James Hillhouse) added two interceptions.
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Scoring Summary: 1st...........12:54.......... SAC................... LAUGHINGHOUSE,T 60 yd pass from BACOTE,Teddy (LIMA,Michael B. kick), 4-80 2:06........................................................................ SAC 7 - UNH 0 ................09:46.......... UNH.................. Ryan Osiecki 6 yd run (Chris Scifo kick), 7-55 3:02................................................................................................................................... SAC 7 - UNH 7 ................04:24.......... UNH.................. Chris Scifo 23 yd field goal, 7-59 3:21...................................................................................................................................................... SAC 7 - UNH 10 2nd..........14:13.......... SAC................... LAUGHINGHOUSE,T 40 yd pass from BACOTE,Teddy (LIMA,Michael B. kick), 6-80 2:17..................................................................... SAC 14 - UNH 10 ................08:14.......... UNH.................. Nick Music 6 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 12-75 5:52.............................................................................................. SAC 14 - UNH 17 ................00:01.......... UNH.................. Chris Scifo 20 yd field goal, 3-8 0:14.......................................................................................................................................................SAC 14 - UNH 20 3rd...........13:32.......... UNH.................. Demetrius Washington 19 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 6-47 1:20........................................................................... SAC 14 - UNH 27 ................07:32........... UNH.................. Ryan Osiecki 1 yd run (Chris Scifo kick blockd), 6-53 3:02...................................................................................................................SAC 14 - UNH 33 ................03:52.......... UNH.................. Ronnie Nelson 7 yd run (Chris Scifo kick), 6-80 1:54............................................................................................................................SAC 14 - UNH 40 ................01:18.......... UNH.................. Chris Scifo 37 yd field goal, 4-5 1:38.......................................................................................................................................................SAC 14 - UNH 43 4th...........14:55.......... UNH.................. Brian Alston 1 yd run (Chris Scifo kick), 2-2 0:41...................................................................................................................................SAC 14 - UNH 50
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Team Statistics SAC UNH FIRST DOWNS.................................................14 19 RUSHES-YARDS (NET)....................................20-9 47-209 PASSING YDS (NET).......................................316 234 Passes Att-Comp-Int.......................................40-26-2 24-17-0 TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS......................60-325 71-443 Fumble Returns-Yards....................................0-0 0-0 Punt Returns-Yards........................................1-3 2-6 Kickoff Returns-Yards....................................9-151 3-72 Interception Returns-Yards............................0-0 2-0 Punts (Number-Avg).......................................6-28.5 4-32.2 Fumbles-Lost..................................................2-2 1-0 Penalties-Yards...............................................11-57 6-38 Possession Time............................................26:41 33:19 Third-Down Conversions................................4 of 13 7 of 12 Fourth-Down Conversions..............................1 of 2 0 of 0 Red-Zone Scores-Chances............................0-1 9-9 Sacks By: Number-Yards................................2-16 1-6 RUSHING: Saint Augustine’s-WILLIAMS,Justin 4-22; MATHIS,Dennis 8-18; LAUGHINGHOUSE,T 1-4; TEAM 1-minus 4; SMITH,Jamian 1-minus 7; BACOTE,Teddy 4-minus 9; LIMA,Michael B. 1-minus 15. New Haven-Mike DeCaro 11-100; Victor Jones 11-76; Ronnie Nelson 7-40; Brian Alston 5-4; Anthony Tillman 6-minus 1; Team 2-minus 2; Ryan Osiecki 5-minus 8. PASSING: Saint Augustine’s-BACOTE,Teddy 26-40-2-316. New Haven-Ryan Osiecki 13-18-0-194; Ronnie Nelson 4-6-0-40. RECEIVING: Saint Augustine’s-RICHARDS,Brian 9-92; LAUGHINGHOUSE,T 6-164; SMITH,Jamian 3-20; MATHIS,Dennis 3-3; JAMES,Franklin 2-18; RUSSELL,Shane 2-14; MOORE,Brian 1-5. New Haven-Demetrius Washington 3-37; Chris Ruffin 3-34; Josh Smart 2-61; Victor Jones 2-41; Mike DeCaro 2-16; Nick Music 2-12; Brandon Ruberti 1-13; Mike Friello 1-11; Kameel Lashley 1-9. INTERCEPTIONS: Saint Augustine’s-None. New Haven-Kareem Cutler 1-0; MacArthur Cheek 1-0. FUMBLES: Saint Augustine’s-BACOTE,Teddy 2-2. New Haven-Quran Kent 1-0. SACKS (UA-A): Saint Augustine’s-NELSON,Shonquez 1-0; HARRIS,Anthony 1-0. New Haven-Sean Berglund 1-0.
Mike DeCaro ran for a season second-best 100 yards in the Chargers 50-14 victory over Saint Augustine’s. He totalled 100 yards on 11 carries, while adding 59 yards off kick returns and 16 yards off two receptions.
TACKLES (UA-A): Saint Augustine’s-NELSON,Shonquez 8-4; ROBINSON,Chaz 3-9; MANNING,Derrick 3-6; STEWART,Antonio 2-6; BERRY,Jamil 4-3; SAVAGE,Desi 4-1; JONES,Jermaine 3-0; JONES,Brian 2-1; HARRIS,Anthony 2-1; BUTTS,Carlton 2-0; EARLY,Dedrick 1-1; DEVOUSE,Dante 1-1; DELOATCH,Romeo 1-1; COLEMAN,Anthony 0-2; REED,Joe 0-2; HASTE,Anthony 1-0; PETERS-CLAY,Rod 1-0; PRIDE,Christian 1-0; TUCKER,Alexande 0-1; WILSON,Isaac 0-1. New Haven-Charlie Hatchet 4-3; Desmond Anderson 5-1; Bernard Risco 5-1; Scott Lowery 2-4; Mike Gomes 1-3; Richard Long 3-0; Tom Herd 2-1; Kareem Cutler 1-2; Rodney Lanham 2-0; Cody Wallace 1-1; Ahmet Baki Basci 1-1; DJ Francis 1-1; Jon Jackson 1-1; Brandon Ruberti 1-1; Raheem Stanley 1-1; Herbens Antenor 0-2; Sean Berglund 1-0; Vail Grafton 1-0; Chris Scifo 1-0; Alex Quinn 1-0; Brent Macleod 1-0; Kendrick Butler 1-0; J.D. Chalifoux 1-0; Kervin Edouard 0-1; Sherwood Jonathas 0-1; Jaylen Johnson 0-1; Anthony Tillman 0-1; Nick Music 0-1.
2011 NATIONAL QUARTERFINALIST • FIVE NCAA APPEARANCES • TWO-TIME NE-10 CHAMPIONS
GAME 3 #4 William & Mary (D-I) - 13, #23 New Haven - 10
Score by Quarters 1 2 3 4 Score New Haven 3 0 0 7 10 Record: (2-1) William and Mary 0 3 7 3 13 Record: (2-1)
GAME RECAP: WILLIAMSBURG, Va. - The University of New Haven football team dropped its first game of the 2011 season with a 13-10 loss to the College of William and Mary (D-I FCS) Saturday night. With the loss, the Chargers fall to 2-1 overall, while the Tribe improve to 2-1 on the season.
The UNH rushing game struggled to get off the ground. The team combined for 33 rushing yards on 27 carries. Mike DeCaro (Weston, Fla./Cypress Bay ) led the team with 23 yards rushing.
RUSHING: New Haven-Mike DeCaro 9-25; Ronnie Nelson 4-10; Victor Jones 6-7; Ryan Osiecki 8-minus 9. William and Mary-Jonathan Grimes 32-128; Keith McBride 9-12; Michael Graham 2-10; TEAM 2-minus 3. PASSING: New Haven-Ryan Osiecki 19-35-2-213; Ronnie Nelson 0-2-1-0; Brice DeRosa 0-1-0-0. William and Mary-Michael Graham 6-11-0-112; Michael Paulus 2-6-1-7. RECEIVING: New Haven-Josh Smart 4-16; Jason Thompson 3-73; Demetrius Washington 3-50; Chris Ruffin 3-24; Mike DeCaro 2-38; Nick Music 1-5; Quran Kent 1-5; Kameel Lashley 1-3; Victor Jones 1-minus 1. William and Mary-Jonathan Grimes 4-34; D.J. Mangas 1-56; Ryan Woolfolk 1-15; Alex Gottlieb 1-9; Meltoya Jones 1-5.
FUMBLES: New Haven-None. William and Mary-None. SACKS (UA-A): New Haven-None. William and Mary-Jake Trantin 1-1; Jabrel Mines 0-1.
With seven total tackles, including four solo stops, Raheem Stanley posted a seasonhigh against the Division I College of William & Mary. The junior also recorded 1.5 tackles-for-loss in the Chargers’ narrow loss.
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TACKLES (UA-A): New Haven-Charlie Hatchet 6-5; Mike Gomes 7-2; Desmond Anderson 7-1; Raheem Stanley 4-3; Cody Wallace 1-5; Robert Hill 2-3; Tom Herd 2-2; Bernard Risco 3-0; J.D. Chalifoux 3-0; Kervin Edouard 1-1; Sean Berglund 0-2; Ahmet Baki Basci 1-0; Mike DeCaro 1-0; Brian LaSure 1-0; Brent Macleod 0-1; Herbens Antenor 0-1; Ronnie Nelson 0-1; Lance Chapman 0-1. William and Mary-Jake Trantin 5-3; Dante Cook 5-2; B.W. Webb 6-0; Jabrel Mines 3-3; Marcus Hyde 4-1; Jerome Couplin 3-1; Brian Thompson 3-1; Stephen Sinnott 2-2; Terrell Wells 3-0; H. Robertson 1-2; G. Beerhalter 2-0; Chris Johnson 1-1; Matt Crisafi 1-0; Ivan Tagoe 1-0; Nick Zaremba 0-1; Joey Brady 0-1.
HISTORY & RECORDS
INTERCEPTIONS: New Haven-Mike Gomes 1-2. William and Mary-Jabrel Mines 1-35; Terrell Wells 1-29; B.W. Webb 1-0.
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Defensively, a number of different players stepped up when needed. Charlie Hatchett (Bridgeport, Conn./Stratford / Santa Monica College) led the side with 11 total tackles, while Mike Gomes (Brockton, Mass./Brockton ) added nine and Desmond Anderson (Jacksonville, Fla./Edward H. White / Becker College) added eight. Defensive lineman, Raheem Stanley (Hartford, Conn./Weaver ) also played big with seven stops and 1.5 tackles-for-loss.
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Osiecki led the Chargers’ offense with one touchdown and 213 yards on 19-of-35 passing. The senior also throw a pair of interceptions in the loss. Josh Smart (New Haven, Conn./ Hamden ) led the receiving corps with four catches, while Jason Thompson (Stuart, Fla./ South Fork ) totaled a team-high 73 receiving yards off three catches. Washington-Ellison added 50 yards off three catches, while Chris Ruffin (New York, N.Y./Phillip Randolph) collected three catches for 24 yards.
Team Statistics UNH W&M FIRST DOWNS.................................................14 12 RUSHES-YARDS (NET)....................................27-33 45-147 PASSING YDS (NET).......................................213 119 Passes Att-Comp-Int.......................................38-19-3 17-8-1 TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS......................65-246 62-266 Fumble Returns-Yards....................................0-0 0-0 Punt Returns-Yards........................................2-8 0-0 Kickoff Returns-Yards....................................3-68 2-46 Interception Returns-Yards............................1-2 3-64 Punts (Number-Avg).......................................5-30.8 6-30.7 Fumbles-Lost..................................................0-0 0-0 Penalties-Yards...............................................3-20 3-25 Possession Time............................................28:41 31:19 Third-Down Conversions................................8 of 18 5 of 15 Fourth-Down Conversions..............................0 of 2 0 of 0 Red-Zone Scores-Chances............................2-3 3-4 Sacks By: Number-Yards................................0-0 2-21
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Scoring Summary: 1st...........10:28.......... UNH.................. Chris Scifo 28 yd field goal, 5-19 2:37......................................................................................................................................................UNH 3 - W&M 0 2nd..........00:00.......... W&M................. Drake Kuhn 21 yd field goal, 8-31 3:40....................................................................................................................................................UNH 3 - W&M 3 3rd...........07:03........... W&M................. Jonathan Grimes 11 yd pass from Michael Graham (Drake Kuhn kick), 10-59 4:27..........................................................................UNH 3 - W&M 10 4th...........11:30.......... UNH.................. Demetrius Washington 17 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 8-80 2:43........................................................................ UNH 10 - W&M 10 ................05:28.......... W&M................. Drake Kuhn 28 yd field goal, 6-62 2:49............................................................................................................................................... UNH 10 - W&M 13
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Date: September 17, 2011 Site: Williamsburg, Va. (Zable Stadium) Time: 7:00 p.m.
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2011 RECAPS GAME 4 #25 New Haven - 21, Assumption - 7
Score by Quarters 1 2 3 4 Score New Haven 0 14 0 7 21 Record: (3-1,1-0) Assumption 0 0 7 0 7 Record: (1-3,0-2) Scoring Summary: 2nd..........04:20.......... UNH.................. Josh Smart 11 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 6-16 2:22................................................................................................. UNH 7 - ASM 0 ................01:07.......... UNH.................. Jason Thompson 53 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 4-79 1:45..................................................................................... UNH 14 - ASM 0 3rd...........00:15.......... ASM.................. Nick Bolio 9 yd run (Brian Nowak kick), 5-78 1:35................................................................................................................................. UNH 14 - ASM 7 4th...........04:15.......... UNH.................. Chris Ruffin 11 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 8-67 3:29.............................................................................................. UNH 21 - ASM 7 GAME RECAP: WORCESTER, Mass. - The University of New Haven football team, led by a 321-yard performance by quarterback Ryan Osiecki (Seymour, Conn./Seymour / Univ. of Louisville), captured a 21-7 victory at Assumption College Saturday night. The Chargers improved to 3-1 overall and open their Northeast-10 Conference schedule. The Greyhounds fell to 1-3 overall and 0-2 in conference play with the loss. Osiecki completed 22-of-33 passes for 321 yards and three touchdowns. Under pressure all night, Osiecki passed one interception and was sacked eight times. Jason Thompson (Stuart, Fla./South Fork ) led the receiving corps with five catches for 119 and one touchdown, including a 53-yard touchdown pass from Oseicki. The game was sloppy on both sides, as A total of 21 penalties were called throughout the night. The Chargers were called for 14 for 140 yards, while Assumption was called for seven penalties for 55 yards. Mike DeCaro (Weston, Fla./Cypress Bay ) led the UNH rushing attack with 13 carries for 81 yards. Defensively, Bernard Risco (Philadelphia, Pa./James Hillhouse) led the squad with 10 tackles, while Charlie Hatchett (Bridgeport, Conn./Stratford / Santa Monica College) and Ahmet Baki Basci (Fair Lawn, N.J./Fair Lawn) each added six. As a defense, UNH gave up just 182 total yards, while the offense gained 375 yards. The game was constantly interrupted by flags as a total of 21 penalties were called in the game. UNH was flagged 14 times for 140 yards, while the Greyhounds were penalized seven times for 55 yards. The other key to keeping Assumption in the game longer was eight Greyhound sacks. Assumptions front four defensive linemen pressured Osiecki all night.
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Team Statistics UNH ASM FIRST DOWNS.................................................20 11 RUSHES-YARDS (NET)....................................39-54 33-96 PASSING YDS (NET).......................................321 86 Passes Att-Comp-Int.......................................32-22-1 27-10-1 TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS......................71-375 60-182 Fumble Returns-Yards....................................0-0 0-0 Punt Returns-Yards........................................1-10 2-3 Kickoff Returns-Yards....................................2-10 4-127 Interception Returns-Yards............................1--5 1-4 Punts (Number-Avg).......................................7-31.7 5-36.8 Fumbles-Lost..................................................2-1 4-2 Penalties-Yards...............................................14-140 7-55 Possession Time............................................35:31 24:29 Third-Down Conversions................................6 of 15 3 of 13 Fourth-Down Conversions..............................0 of 0 0 of 4 Red-Zone Scores-Chances............................2-4 1-1 Sacks By: Number-Yards................................2-11 8-69 RUSHING: New Haven-Mike DeCaro 13-81; Anthony Tillman 8-21; Victor Jones 1-1; Team 1-minus 2; Ryan Osiecki 16-minus 47. Assumption-Sam Previte 11-64; Nick Bolio 6-24; Matt Pedone 9-20; Darius Daniels 1-2; Matt Tuleja 1-1; TEAM 1-minus 1; Gabe Homiski 4-minus 14. PASSING: New Haven-Ryan Osiecki 22-32-1-321. Assumption-Gabe Homiski 7-18-1-54; Sam Previte 3-9-0-32. RECEIVING: New Haven-Josh Smart 6-63; Jason Thompson 5-119; Chris Ruffin 4-57; Demetrius Washington 2-36; Nick Music 2-19; Kameel Lashley 1-24; Mike DeCaro 1-5; Anthony Tillman 1-minus 2. Assumption-Scott Simonson 3-36; Matt Pedone 3-6; Paul Perez 2-27; Eddy Frazier 1-13; Nick Bolio 1-4. INTERCEPTIONS: New Haven-J.D. Chalifoux 1-minus 5. Assumption-R. Kelly-Reid 1-4.
HISTORY & RECORDS
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Date: September 24, 2011 Site: Worcester, Mass. (Multi-Sport Stadium) Time: 7:00 p.m.
FUMBLES: New Haven-Demetrius Washington 1-1; Ryan Osiecki 1-0. Assumption-Sam Previte 2-0; Paul Perez 1-1; Gabe Homiski 1-1. SACKS (UA-A): New Haven-Tom Herd 2-0. Assumption-Khalid Pitts 1-1; Nick Haag 0-2; Marty Voorhis 0-1; Mike Bates 0-1; Dan Conrad 1-0; Tom Effler 1-0; Jon Wozney 0-1; Quint Preston 1-0; Matt Parowski 1-0.
In the breakout game of his collegiate career, Jason Thompson grabbed five catches for 119 yards and one touchdown against the Greyhounds. The receiver connected with Ryan Osiecki for a long 53-yard touchdown as part of the Chargers’ win.
TACKLES (UA-A): New Haven-Bernard Risco 6-4; Charlie Hatchet 4-2; Ahmet Baki Basci 3-3; Tom Herd 4-1; Raheem Stanley 3-0; J.D. Chalifoux 2-1; Cody Wallace 2-1; Robert Hill 1-1; Herbens Antenor 1-1; Chris Higgins 1-0; Josh Smart 1-0; George Gerosa 1-0; Christian Bish 1-0; Kendrick Butler 1-0; Mike Gomes 1-0; Sherwood Jonathas 1-0; Alex Dyer 1-0; Nick Music 1-0; Sean Berglund 0-1; Jon Jackson 0-1; Kervin Edouard 0-1; DJ Francis 0-1; Alex Quinn 0-1; Brent Macleod 0-1. Assumption-Sonny Dillinger 10-2; Nick DiAntonio 5-6; Dan Conrad 4-4; Quint Preston 2-6; Jon Wozney 2-3; Matt Colangelo 3-1; Nick Haag 0-4; Eric Agyeman 3-0; Tom Effler 2-1; Pat Jordan 2-1; Mike Stuppiello 2-1; Emanuel Riggins 1-2; Matt Parowski 1-1; Khalid Pitts 1-1; Mike Bates 0-2; Paul Perez 1-0; Erik Stevens 1-0; Evan Butters 1-0; Marty Voorhis 0-1.
2011 NATIONAL QUARTERFINALIST • FIVE NCAA APPEARANCES • TWO-TIME NE-10 CHAMPIONS
GAME 5 #23 New Haven - 52, Stonehill - 23
Score by Quarters 1 2 3 4 Score Stonehill 6 3 7 7 23 Record: (1-4,0-3) New Haven 7 10 21 14 52 Record: (4-1,2-0)
New Haven won the toss and elected to receive to begin the game. Their first drive featured two first downs including a fourth down conversion on a six-yard run from Osiecki. However, on third-and-three, the Skyhawks got in the backfield and sacked Osiecki to end the drive short and force a punting situation.
Nelson was the Chargers’ second leading rusher with 45 yards, while he also threw one pass for a touchdown of 30-yards. Smart led the receiving corps with six catches and 63 yards, while Thompson grabbed three for 56 yards and two touchdowns. Osiecki finished the day with 15 completions on 20 attempts for 252 yards and five touchdowns.
PASSING: Stonehill-Logan Meyer 24-38-1-255. New Haven-Ryan Osiecki 15-20-0-252; Ronnie Nelson 1-1-0-30. RECEIVING: Stonehill-John Gomes 8-90; Zaire Reiph 5-43; Paul Piccirillo 4-57; Jamal Johnson 2-30; Daniel Oakes 2-16; Justin Willis 2-12; Jermetrius Troy 1-7. New Haven-Josh Smart 6-63; Jason Thompson 3-56; Nick Music 2-55; Chris Ruffin 2-51; Demetrius Washington 1-30; Kameel Lashley 1-25; Jake Stark 1-2. INTERCEPTIONS: Stonehill-None. New Haven-Brian LaSure 1-3. FUMBLES: Stonehill-None. New Haven-Mike DeCaro 1-0; Anthony Tillman 1-0. SACKS (UA-A): Stonehill-Matt Iannucci 0-1; Patrick Rooney 0-1. New Haven-Tom Herd 1-0.
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Charlie Hatchett recorded a season second-best 10 tackles in the Chargers big victory over Stonehill. He also recorded on pass break up and one blocked kick. He totaled six solo tackles and 0.5 tackles-for-loss.
TACKLES (UA-A): Stonehill-Michael Hogan 4-6; Jareed Gaines 3-6; Matt Iannucci 2-6; Edward Gaffney 3-4; Kevin Anderson 2-5; Tim Bennett 4-0; Fabrice Dragon 1-3; John Jenkins 3-0; Michael Miela 2-1; Ryan Hunt 1-2; Brandon Weiss 1-2; Taylor May 0-3; Jason Dellorco 0-3; James Lanier 1-1; Lucas Brum 1-1; Montel Parris 1-1; Dorian Johnson 0-2; Jacob Boganski 0-2; Raymond Bass 1-0; Kevin Broderick 1-0; Marco Meier 1-0; Stephan Neville 0-1; Sean Bresnan 0-1; Jason Brierley 0-1; Patrick Rooney 0-1; James Hodges 0-1; Eric Schneider 0-1. New Haven-Charlie Hatchet 6-4; Scott Lowery 1-7; Kendrick Butler 4-3; Jon Jackson 4-2; Raheem Stanley 3-3; Bernard Risco 1-4; Kervin Edouard 0-4; Alex Quinn 0-4; Sean Berglund 0-4; Rodney Lanham 2-1; Herbens Antenor 2-1; J.D. Chalifoux 2-1; Brandon Ruberti 1-2; Ahmet Baki Basci 1-2; Kareem Cutler 0-3; Tom Herd 2-0; Brent Macleod 0-2; Jaylen Johnson 1-0; Nick Music 1-0; Desmond Anderson 1-0; Brian LaSure 1-0; Sherwood Jonathas 1-0; Robert Hill 1-0; Richard Long 0-1; Jelani Blandin 0-1; Jake Stark 0-1; Chris Scifo 0-1; Alex Dyer 0-1.
HISTORY & RECORDS
Defensively, New Haven was led by Charlie Hatchett (Bridgeport, Conn./Stratford / Santa Monica College) with 10 total tackles. Scott Lowery (Elmwood Park, N.J./Paramus Catholic ) added eight tackles and Kendrick Butler (Fort Lauderdale, Fla./Dillard / ASA College) added seven.
RUSHING: Stonehill-Jamal Johnson 11-47; Jermetrius Troy 9-28; Justin Willis 8-19; Zaire Reiph 1-1; Logan Meyer 3-minus 4. New Haven-Mike DeCaro 19-139; Ronnie Nelson 7-45; Brian Alston 8-30; Ryan Osiecki 5-12; Anthony Tillman 4-3; Team 1-minus 4.
2011 REVIEW
As a team, UNH totaled 507 yards of offense and held Stonehill to 346 yards. UNH ran for 225 yards and held the Skyhawks to just 91-yards rushing. New Haven held a slight 32:04-27:56 advantage in time of possession and was successful on 2-of-2 attempts inside the red-zone.
Team Statistics STO UNH FIRST DOWNS.................................................20 26 RUSHES-YARDS (NET)....................................32-91 44-225 PASSING YDS (NET).......................................255 282 Passes Att-Comp-Int.......................................38-24-1 21-16-0 TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS......................70-346 65-507 Fumble Returns-Yards....................................0-0 0-0 Punt Returns-Yards........................................1-0 4-13 Kickoff Returns-Yards....................................9-168 5-118 Interception Returns-Yards............................0-0 1-3 Punts (Number-Avg).......................................6-29.3 3-27.3 Fumbles-Lost..................................................0-0 2-0 Penalties-Yards...............................................6-56 5-39 Possession Time............................................27:56 32:04 Third-Down Conversions................................7 of 16 6 of 11 Fourth-Down Conversions..............................2 of 2 1 of 2 Red-Zone Scores-Chances............................2-2 2-2 Sacks By: Number-Yards................................1-9 1-7
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GAME RECAP: WEST HAVEN, Conn. - The University of New Haven football team, powered by 507 yards of total offense, defeated Stonehill College 52-23 Saturday afternoon at DellaCamera Stadium. Running back Mike DeCaro (Weston, Fla./Cypress Bay ) ran for 139 yards, while quarterback Ryan Osiecki (Seymour, Conn./Seymour / Univ. of Louisville) threw for 252 yards and five touchdowns. With the win, New Haven improved to 4-1 overall and 2-0 in the Northeast-10 Conference. Assumption fell to 1-4 overall and 0-3 in conference play.
2012 PLAYERS
Scoring Summary: 1st...........04:55.......... STO................... Daniel Oakes 16 yd pass from Logan Meyer (M. Kielbasa kick blockd), 12-74 3:45...............................................................................STO 6 - UNH 0 ................02:13.......... UNH.................. Jason Thompson 32 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 5-62 2:33.........................................................................................STO 6 - UNH 7 2nd..........13:30.......... STO................... Ryan Handy 40 yd field goal, 11-45 3:35.....................................................................................................................................................STO 9 - UNH 7 ................01:49.......... UNH.................. Kameel Lashley 25 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 5-68 2:06........................................................................................ STO 9 - UNH 14 ................00:01.......... UNH.................. Chris Scifo 47 yd field goal, 4-33 0:29...................................................................................................................................................... STO 9 - UNH 17 3rd...........09:11.......... UNH.................. Jason Thompson 19 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 8-82 3:50....................................................................................... STO 9 - UNH 24 ................06:03.......... UNH.................. Nick Music 51 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 3-51 1:00................................................................................................. STO 9 - UNH 31 ................05:16.......... UNH.................. Demetrius Washington 30 yd pass from Ronnie Nelson (Chris Scifo kick), 1-30 0:07.......................................................................... STO 9 - UNH 38 ................00:49.......... STO................... Zaire Reiph 3 yd pass from Logan Meyer (M. Kielbasa kick), 13-78 4:20............................................................................................ STO 16 - UNH 38 4th...........12:13.......... UNH.................. Mike DeCaro 1 yd run (Chris Scifo kick), 8-63 3:28............................................................................................................................... STO 16 - UNH 45 ................10:21.......... STO................... Jamal Johnson 21 yd pass from Logan Meyer (M. Kielbasa kick), 6-69 1:49......................................................................................STO 23 - UNH 45 ................06:33.......... UNH.................. Chris Ruffin 39 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 7-75 3:42.............................................................................................STO 23 - UNH 52
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Date: October 1, 2011 Site: West Haven, Conn. (DellaCamera Stadium) Time: 1:00 p.m.
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2011 RECAPS GAME 6 #21 New Haven - 59, Southern Conn. St. - 38
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Date: October 7, 2011 Site: New Haven, Conn. (Jess Dow Field) Time: 7:00 p.m.
Score by Quarters 1 2 3 4 Score New Haven 10 7 21 21 59 Southern Connecticut 10 13 7 8 38
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Scoring Summary: 1st...........14:50.......... UNH.................. Mike DeCaro 90 yd kickoff return (Chris Scifo kick)................................................................................................................................... UNH 7 - SCS 0 ................10:59.......... SCS................... Rashaad Slowley 11 yd run (Chris Hazelton kick), 3-86 0:45.................................................................................................................... UNH 7 - SCS 7 ................07:38........... UNH.................. Chris Scifo 23 yd field goal, 6-36 3:12...................................................................................................................................................... UNH 10 - SCS 7 ................02:13.......... SCS................... Chris Hazelton 39 yd field goal, 10-46 5:20...........................................................................................................................................UNH 10 - SCS 10 2nd..........14:52.......... UNH.................. Jason Thompson 29 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 6-78 2:18....................................................................................UNH 17 - SCS 10 ................05:01.......... SCS................... Chris Hazelton 26 yd field goal, 5-17 1:53..............................................................................................................................................UNH 17 - SCS 13 ................00:42.......... SCS................... Chris Hazelton 34 yd field goal, 9-37 3:09..............................................................................................................................................UNH 17 - SCS 16 ................00:14.......... SCS................... J. Cunningham 18 yd pass from Kevin Lynch (Chris Hazelton kick), 4-30 0:24...................................................................................UNH 17 - SCS 23 3rd...........13:14.......... SCS................... Rashaad Slowley 22 yd run (Chris Hazelton kick), 4-69 1:38...............................................................................................................UNH 17 - SCS 30 ................09:51.......... UNH.................. Jason Thompson 13 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 5-35 3:14.....................................................................................UNH 24 - SCS 30 ................09:02.......... UNH.................. Tom Herd 48 yd fumble recovery (Chris Scifo kick)................................................................................................................................UNH 31 - SCS 30 ................02:51.......... UNH.................. Ryan Osiecki 12 yd run (Chris Scifo kick), 10-83 4:18...........................................................................................................................UNH 38 - SCS 30 4th...........14:55.......... SCS................... Rashaad Slowley 10 yd run (Kevin Lynch rush), 2-13 0:09...................................................................................................................UNH 38 - SCS 38 ................11:38.......... UNH.................. Demetrius Washington 17 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 6-70 3:10...........................................................................UNH 45 - SCS 38 ................09:47.......... UNH.................. Mike DeCaro 2 yd run (Chris Scifo kick), 2-51 0:24................................................................................................................................UNH 52 - SCS 38 ................04:34.......... UNH.................. Mike DeCaro 7 yd run (Chris Scifo kick), 7-78 3:24...............................................................................................................................UNH 59 - SCS 38 GAME RECAP: NEW HAVEN, Conn. - The University of New Haven football team claimed the 2011 Elm City Trophy Friday night with a 59-38 victory over cross-town rival Southern Connecticut State University at Jess Dow Field. The Chargers, winners of two-straight over the Owls, improved to 5-1 overall and 3-0 in the Northeast-10 Conference, while the Owls fell to 4-2, 3-1 NE-10. Osiecki was outstanding in the game with 423 yards on 29-of-37 passing. The Seymour, Conn. Native threw three touchdowns as well. His favorite receiver, Thompson finished the night with a career-high seven catches for an amazing 179 yards and two touchdowns. Washington-Ellison added 84 yards and one touchdown on four catches, while seven other receivers caught balls in the game as well. DeCaro led the rushing attack with 41 yards and the one touchdown. Desmond Anderson (Jacksonville, Fla./Edward H. White / Becker College) led the team with nine total tackles, while Charlie Hatchett (Bridgeport, Conn./Stratford / Santa Monica College) added eight stops. The defensive line of the Chargers was all over the place and sacked the Owls six times Friday night. Robert Hill (Suffield, Conn./Suffield / Dean Junior College) led the team with two sacks As a team, UNH out-gained the Owls 505 to 450, while passing for a season-best 423 yards. The Chargers were also impressive on kickoffs as they amassed 231 total return yards.
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HISTORY & RECORDS
Record: (5-1,3-0) Record: (4-2,3-1)
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Team Statistics UNH SCS FIRST DOWNS.................................................21 21 RUSHES-YARDS (NET)....................................26-82 36-181 PASSING YDS (NET).......................................423 269 Passes Att-Comp-Int.......................................37-29-2 41-20-0 TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS......................63-505 77-450 Fumble Returns-Yards....................................1-48 0-0 Punt Returns-Yards........................................0-0 2-62 Kickoff Returns-Yards....................................8-231 9-185 Interception Returns-Yards............................0-0 2-8 Punts (Number-Avg).......................................2-30.0 5-36.4 Fumbles-Lost..................................................3-3 3-2 Penalties-Yards...............................................9-85 10-85 Possession Time............................................30:46 29:14 Third-Down Conversions................................7 of 11 2 of 14 Fourth-Down Conversions..............................0 of 1 1 of 2 Red-Zone Scores-Chances............................6-7 5-6 Sacks By: Number-Yards................................5-24 2-12 RUSHING: New Haven-Mike DeCaro 10-41; Anthony Tillman 9-35; Ryan Osiecki 6-7; Team 1-minus 1. Southern Connecticut-Rashaad Slowley 24-184; J.W. Forte 1-2; Jacob Jablonski 4-1; Kevin Lynch 7-minus 6. PASSING: New Haven-Ryan Osiecki 29-37-2-423. Southern Connecticut-Kevin Lynch 15-36-0-220; Jacob Jablonski 5-5-0-49. RECEIVING: New Haven-Jason Thompson 7-179; Josh Smart 5-42; Demetrius Washington 4-84; Chris Ruffin 4-53; Anthony Tillman 4-28; Kameel Lashley 2-33; Mike Gomes 1-6; Quivari Jackson 1-0; Mike DeCaro 1-minus 2. Southern Connecticut-Rashaad Slowley 6-60; Willie Epps 5-106; Andre Privott 4-54; Jayson Holt 4-31; J. Cunningham 1-18. INTERCEPTIONS: New Haven-None. Southern Connecticut-Sam-uel Johnson 1-8; Davel Campbell 1-0. FUMBLES: New Haven-Ryan Osiecki 1-1; Kameel Lashley 1-1; Mike DeCaro 1-1. Southern Connecticut-Kevin Lynch 3-2. SACKS (UA-A): New Haven-Robert Hill 1-1; Scott Schultz 1-0; Kervin Edouard 0-1; Tom Herd 1-0; Richard Long 1-0. Southern Connecticut-Mwamba Williams 1-0; Chevar Rankins 0-1; Carlif Taylor 0-1.
For the second-straight season, New Haven defeated Southern Connecticut State and captured the Elm City Trophy, presented by members of the New Haven Gridiron Club. The post-game celebration is capped by the Elm City Trophy presentation.
TACKLES (UA-A): New Haven-Desmond Anderson 4-5; Charlie Hatchet 2-6; Robert Hill 4-2; Tom Herd 3-3; Mike Gomes 2-4; Bernard Risco 2-3; Raheem Stanley 2-3; Herbens Antenor 2-3; Scott Lowery 2-3; Kervin Edouard 0-5; Scott Schultz 2-2; Richard Long 2-2; Rodney Lanham 1-2; Kareem Cutler 2-0; Ronnie Nelson 2-0; J.D. Chalifoux 1-1; Brandon Ruberti 0-2; Jason Thompson 1-0; Zach Conklin 1-0; Vail Grafton 1-0; Kendrick Butler 1-0; George Gerosa 0-1; Jaylen Johnson 0-1; Alex Quinn 0-1; John Irwin 0-1. Southern Connecticut-Sam-uel Johnson 6-4; Davel Campbell 4-5; Chevar Rankins 2-5; Ike Igbinosun 3-2; Michael Escobar 3-2; Gavin Nelson 1-3; Carlif Taylor 1-3; Jack Petion 1-3; Steven Teague 2-1; Tariq Odom 2-1; Kamal Mgaresh 2-1; Mustaqiim Plair 1-2; Chris Hazelton 2-0; Clarence Brown 1-1; Jack Mallis 1-1; Jack Cooper 0-2; Mwamba Williams 1-0; A.J. Marsiglia 0-1; Dan Lamberton 0-1; Santagio Steele 0-1; Sean Donnelly 0-1.
2011 NATIONAL QUARTERFINALIST • FIVE NCAA APPEARANCES • TWO-TIME NE-10 CHAMPIONS
GAME 7 #18 New Haven - 34, Amer. Int’l - 20
Score by Quarters 1 2 3 4 Score American Int’l 3 10 0 7 20 Record: (4-3,3-2) New Haven 7 3 14 10 34 Record: (6-1,4-0)
Osiecki went 12-for-22 with 124 yards, a touchdown and one interception. DeCaro led the rushing attack with 45 yards on 11 carries including a touchdown. The receiving core was led by Chris Ruffin (New York, N.Y./Phillip Randolph)’s 80 yards on five receptions and Thompsons two-touchdown performance. He also gained 62 yards on four catches and completed a 37-yard pass to Ruffin. Defensively, Risco had a team-high 10 total tackles. Mike Gomes (Brockton, Mass./Brockton ), Charlie Hatchett (Bridgeport, Conn./Stratford / Santa Monica College) and Raheem Stanley (Hartford, Conn./Weaver ) all recorded seven total tackles and Kendrick Butler (Fort Lauderdale, Fla./Dillard / ASA College) broke up two passes.
RUSHING: American Int’l-T. Williams 22-85; Kevin Arduino 10-50; Anthony Enderle 3-7; C. Stephenson 1-1. New Haven-Mike DeCaro 11-45; Ryan Osiecki 9-26; Ronnie Nelson 6-26; Anthony Tillman 5-18; Jason Thompson 1-3; Team 3-minus 3. PASSING: American Int’l-Kevin Arduino 17-27-1-203. New Haven-Ryan Osiecki 12-22-1-124; Ronnie Nelson 4-4-0-64; Jason Thompson 1-1-0-37.
INTERCEPTIONS: American Int’l-Joel Bowen 1-12. New Haven-Kervin Edouard 1-0. FUMBLES: American Int’l-T. Williams 1-1. New Haven-None. SACKS (UA-A): American Int’l-Akeem Mcfarlane 0-1; David Sumter 0-1. New Haven-None.
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Bernard Risco led the New Haven defense in a 14-point victory over the Yellow Jackets at DellaCamera Stadium. The junior recovered a fumble and returned it for a touchdown to open the third quarter. He also tallied a team-best 10 tackles in the win.
TACKLES (UA-A): American Int’l-J. Simpkins 5-5; Markell Rice 3-4; Joel Bowen 2-5; Dewayne Lowe 5-1; Carron Mccluney 3-2; Max Brown 3-1; Wausa Onigbanjo 1-3; Kushtrim Hakanjin 1-3; Akeem Mcfarlane 2-1; Jordan Thompson 1-2; Darius Evans 1-2; Matt Cardona 0-3; David Sumter 1-1; Will Garcia 1-0; Sir Parrish 1-0; Steven Davis 1-0; Team 1-0; George Grosz 1-0; Austin Morris 0-1. New Haven-Bernard Risco 3-7; Mike Gomes 4-3; Raheem Stanley 3-4; Charlie Hatchet 0-7; Desmond Anderson 0-6; Cody Wallace 0-6; Jaylen Johnson 2-2; Robert Hill 2-2; Alex Quinn 1-3; Herbens Antenor 2-1; Richard Long 1-2; Kendrick Butler 1-2; Kervin Edouard 0-3; Team 2-0; J.D. Chalifoux 1-1; Rodney Lanham 0-2; Scott Lowery 0-2; Alex Dyer 1-0; Chris Scifo 1-0; John Irwin 1-0; Scott Schultz 1-0; Sean Berglund 1-0; Kareem Cutler 0-1.
HISTORY & RECORDS
RECEIVING: American Int’l-T. Williams 4-52; Matt Brown 3-60; Stephen Lampkin 3-34; Trevor Perryman 3-33; Cal Brownridge 3-21; Anthony Enderle 1-3. New Haven-Chris Ruffin 5-80; Jason Thompson 4-62; Josh Smart 4-45; Nick Music 1-12; Mike DeCaro 1-12; Jake Stark 1-7; Kameel Lashley 1-7.
2011 REVIEW
As a team, the Chargers gained 340 yards of total offense, 225 through the air and 115 on the ground. AIC went for 143 yards rushing and 203 yards passing for 346 yards of total offense.
Team Statistics AIC UNH FIRST DOWNS.................................................20 20 RUSHES-YARDS (NET)....................................36-143 35-115 PASSING YDS (NET).......................................203 225 Passes Att-Comp-Int.......................................27-17-1 27-17-1 TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS......................63-346 62-340 Fumble Returns-Yards....................................0-0 1-12 Punt Returns-Yards........................................0-0 0-0 Kickoff Returns-Yards....................................4-91 4-63 Interception Returns-Yards............................1-12 1-0 Punts (Number-Avg).......................................4-32.2 3-36.7 Fumbles-Lost..................................................1-1 0-0 Penalties-Yards...............................................6-61 8-63 Possession Time............................................28:14 31:46 Third-Down Conversions................................7 of 15 6 of 13 Fourth-Down Conversions..............................1 of 1 0 of 0 Red-Zone Scores-Chances............................4-5 4-4 Sacks By: Number-Yards................................1-5 0-0
2012 OUTLOOK
GAME RECAP: WEST HAVEN, Conn. - The University of New Haven football team stayed undefeated in the Northeast-10 Conference with a 34-20 victory over American International College Saturday afternoon at Ralph F. DellaCamera Stadium. With the win, the Chargers improved to 6-1 overall and 4-0 in the Northeast-10 Conference, while the Yellow Jackets fell to 4-3, 3-2 NE-10.
2012 PLAYERS
Scoring Summary: 1st...........11:14.......... AIC.................... C. Vaca-Hurtado 23 yd field goal, 5-26 1:58.................................................................................................................................................AIC 3 - UNH 0 ................06:23.......... UNH.................. Jason Thompson 17 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 9-62 4:43...........................................................................................AIC 3 - UNH 7 2nd..........07:50........... AIC.................... T. Williams 9 yd run (C. Vaca-Hurtado kick), 12-71 5:42........................................................................................................................... AIC 10 - UNH 7 ................03:50.......... UNH.................. Chris Scifo 34 yd field goal, 10-52 3:56................................................................................................................................................... AIC 10 - UNH 10 ................00:00.......... AIC.................... C. Vaca-Hurtado 34 yd field goal, 9-41 3:42............................................................................................................................................ AIC 13 - UNH 10 3rd...........14:52.......... UNH.................. Bernard Risco 12 yd fumble recovery (Chris Scifo kick).......................................................................................................................... AIC 13 - UNH 17 ................01:55.......... UNH.................. Mike DeCaro 3 yd run (Chris Scifo kick), 13-75 6:21.............................................................................................................................. AIC 13 - UNH 24 4th...........12:23.......... UNH.................. Chris Scifo 35 yd field goal, 5-36 2:31..................................................................................................................................................... AIC 13 - UNH 27 ................10:54.......... AIC.................... Anthony Enderle 1 yd run (C. Vaca-Hurtado kick), 5-60 1:26................................................................................................................. AIC 20 - UNH 27 ................07:27........... UNH.................. Jason Thompson 22 yd pass from Ronnie Nelson (Chris Scifo kick), 7-71 3:27...................................................................................AIC 20 - UNH 34
2012 COACHES
Date: October 15, 2011 Site: West Haven, Conn. (DellaCamera Stadium) Time: 1:00 p.m.
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2011 RECAPS GAME 8 #16 New Haven - 45, Bentley - 38
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Date: October 22, 2011 Site: West Haven, Conn. (DellaCamera Stadium) Time: 1:00 p.m. Score by Quarters 1 2 3 4 Score Bentley 6 18 7 7 38 Record: (4-4,3-3) New Haven 7 17 7 14 45 Record: (7-1,5-0)
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Scoring Summary: 1st...........11:42.......... BEN................... Will Spring 36 yd pass from Bryant Johnson (Will Lockwood kick blockd), 6-86 3:18............................................................................BEN 6 - UNH 0 ................07:26........... UNH.................. Ryan Osiecki 1 yd run (Chris Scifo kick), 9-68 4:09...................................................................................................................................BEN 6 - UNH 7 2nd..........14:55.......... UNH.................. Anthony Tillman 18 yd run (Chris Scifo kick), 9-72 4:29..........................................................................................................................BEN 6 - UNH 14 ................10:56.......... UNH.................. Demetrius Washington 35 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 5-48 2:46.............................................................................BEN 6 - UNH 21 ................08:04.......... BEN................... Mike Sumrell 18 yd pass from Bryant Johnson (Will Lockwood kick), 6-82 2:43............................................................................... BEN 13 - UNH 21 ................03:23.......... UNH.................. Chris Scifo 41 yd field goal, 9-46 4:32................................................................................................................................................... BEN 13 - UNH 24 ................03:05.......... BEN................... Bill Kiley 80 yd pass from Bryant Johnson (Jon Wilkie pass from Bryant Johnson), 1-80 0:12......................................................... BEN 21 - UNH 24 ................00:00.......... BEN................... Will Lockwood 46 yd field goal, 5-48 1:34..............................................................................................................................................BEN 24 - UNH 24 3rd...........13:24.......... UNH.................. Kameel Lashley 20 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 3-69 1:31......................................................................................BEN 24 - UNH 31 ................06:44.......... BEN................... Lorenzo Warren 4 yd run (Will Lockwood kick), 12-77 6:35..................................................................................................................BEN 31 - UNH 31 4th...........12:32.......... UNH.................. Chris Higgins 9 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 8-60 4:33............................................................................................ BEN 31 - UNH 38 ................05:09.......... UNH.................. Ryan Osiecki 9 yd run (Chris Scifo kick), 9-68 5:01.............................................................................................................................. BEN 31 - UNH 45 ................03:36.......... BEN................... Bryant Johnson 1 yd run (Will Lockwood kick), 12-83 1:27.................................................................................................................. BEN 38 - UNH 45 GAME RECAP: WEST HAVEN, Conn. - The University of New Haven football team, nationally ranked No. 16, defeated Bentley University 45-38 Saturday afternoon in front of over 4,000 fans on Homecoming Day at Ralph F. DellaCamera Stadium. The Chargers improved to 7-1 overall and 5-0 in the Northeast-10 Conference with the win. The Falcons dropped to 4-4 overall and 3-3 in conference play. Saturday’s game featured a total of 997 yards of total offense between the two teams. New Haven ran for 160 and passed for another 306 to gain 466 total yards.
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Osiecki put together another stellar performance, throwing for 264 yards on 16-of-22 and three touchdowns. He also ran for another 32 yards on eight carries and rushed for two more scores. Tillman led the rushing game with 67 yards on 12 rushes and one score. The receiving core was led by three 60-yard receiving games from Lashley, Ruffin and Washington-Ellison. Defensively, Desmond Anderson (Jacksonville, Fla./Edward H. White / Becker College), Bernard Risco (Philadelphia, Pa./James Hillhouse) and Charlie Hatchet (Bridgeport, Conn./Stratford / Santa Monica College) all recorded seven total tackles. Anderson had six solo and Risco added a sack. Tom Herd (Sparta, N.J./Sparta ) added 1.5 sacks to his impressive season and was assisted by Raheem Stanley (Hartford, Conn./Weaver ).
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Saturday’s game did not feature a turnover for either team as New Haven went on to win its fifth straight game and remain undefeated in both the Northeast-10 Conference and Division-II.
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Team Statistics BEN UNH FIRST DOWNS.................................................25 26 RUSHES-YARDS (NET)....................................25-100 38-160 PASSING YDS (NET).......................................431 306 Passes Att-Comp-Int.......................................42-28-0 25-19-0 TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS......................67-531 63-466 Fumble Returns-Yards....................................0-0 0-0 Punt Returns-Yards........................................0-0 1-20 Kickoff Returns-Yards....................................8-132 5-99 Interception Returns-Yards............................0-0 0-0 Punts (Number-Avg).......................................4-36.5 3-35.7 Fumbles-Lost..................................................0-0 0-0 Penalties-Yards...............................................4-45 7-63 Possession Time............................................27:50 32:10 Third-Down Conversions................................3 of 11 4 of 9 Fourth-Down Conversions..............................2 of 3 1 of 1 Red-Zone Scores-Chances............................3-3 6-6 Sacks By: Number-Yards................................1-9 3-15 RUSHING: Bentley-Bryant Johnson 13-46; Bobby Tarr 7-37; Lorenzo Warren 5-17. New Haven-Anthony Tillman 12-62; Mike DeCaro 14-43; Ryan Osiecki 8-32; Ronnie Nelson 3-24; Team 1-minus 1. PASSING: Bentley-Bryant Johnson 27-41-0-391; Sean Cross 1-1-0-40. New Haven-Ryan Osiecki 16-22-0-264; Ronnie Nelson 3-3-0-42. RECEIVING: Bentley-Wade Critides 10-147; Mike Sumrell 6-79; Sean Cross 4-27; Bill Kiley 3-98; Will Spring 1-36; Bart Stires 1-19; Jon Wilkie 1-19; Bobby Tarr 1-4; Jamel Marshall 1-2. New Haven-Kameel Lashley 4-66; Chris Ruffin 4-65; Demetrius Washington 3-60; Josh Smart 3-28; Jason Thompson 2-47; Mike DeCaro 1-29; Chris Higgins 1-9; Jake Stark 1-2. INTERCEPTIONS: Bentley-None. New Haven-None. FUMBLES: Bentley-None. New Haven-None. SACKS (UA-A): Bentley-Jack Pizzotti 0-1; Blaine Hopwood 0-1. New Haven-Tom Herd 1-1; Bernard Risco 1-0; Raheem Stanley 0-1.
One of the best pictures from the 2011 season captures quarterback Ryan Osiecki sprinting for the endzone in the Chargers’ homecoming victory over Bentley. The standing-room only crowd saw the Chargers take a 45-38 victory.
TACKLES (UA-A): Bentley-Anthony Carter 3-9; Jack Pizzotti 6-4; Kyle Young 2-4; Steve Stewart 2-4; Sal Ruffino 2-4; Don Hopkins 2-3; Matt Welch 2-3; Blaine Hopwood 2-3; Mike DiLegge 1-4; John Aminti 2-2; Aaron McFadden 2-2; T. Tavarozzi 1-1; R.J. Barden 1-0; Nick Enxing 1-0; Nick McCarthy 1-0; Sean Cross 1-0; Colby Dalton 1-0; Donald Bland 1-0; Jamel Marshall 0-1. New Haven-Desmond Anderson 6-1; Bernard Risco 5-2; Charlie Hatchet 2-5; Cody Wallace 2-4; Tom Herd 3-2; Kendrick Butler 4-0; Raheem Stanley 2-2; Mike Gomes 0-4; J.D. Chalifoux 3-0; Robert Hill 2-1; Rodney Lanham 1-2; Kareem Cutler 1-1; George Gerosa 1-1; Kervin Edouard 0-2; Alex Dyer 1-0; Scott Schultz 1-0; Herbens Antenor 1-0; Ahmet Baki Basci 1-0; Sean Berglund 1-0; Jaylen Johnson 0-1; Vail Grafton 0-1; Mike Friello 0-1.
2011 NATIONAL QUARTERFINALIST • FIVE NCAA APPEARANCES • TWO-TIME NE-10 CHAMPIONS
GAME 9 #13 New Haven - 44, Merrimack - 35
Score by Quarters 1 2 3 4 Score New Haven 7 17 7 13 44 Record: (8-1,6-0) Merrimack 14 14 7 0 35 Record: (5-3,4-2)
Running back Mike DeCaro (Weston, Fla./Cypress Bay ) led the team with five total touchdowns on 84 yards rushing and 64 yards receiving. DeCaro highlighted the game with five total touchdowns. He ran for 84 yards and four touchdowns, caught six passes for 64 yards and one touchdown, and added 124 kickoff return yards on four returns. He totaled 272 all-purpose yards in the win.
Defensively, Bernard Risco (Philadelphia, Pa./James Hillhouse) led the Chargers with 10 tackles, while Tom Herd (Sparta, N.J./Sparta ) and Rob Hill (Suffield, Conn./Suffield / Dean Junior College) both had amazing games from their defensive end positions. Herd tallied six tackles, including two sacks, one sack and two quarterback hurries. Hill made five stops with one tackle-for-loss and one quarterback hurry. Raheem Stanley (Hartford, Conn./Weaver ) added two sacks and one quarterback hurry as well.
RUSHING: New Haven-Mike DeCaro 17-84; Anthony Tillman 13-29; Ronnie Nelson 2-12; Ryan Osiecki 5-minus 17. Merrimack-Quinn McDonough 5-50; James Suozzo 18-38; Jimon Hill 13-34; Joe Clancy 1-3; TEAM 1-minus 1; Shane Ferguson 1-minus 8. PASSING: New Haven-Ryan Osiecki 19-32-0-239; Ronnie Nelson 0-1-0-0. Merrimack-James Suozzo 16-35-1-221; Joe Clancy 2-2-0-14.
INTERCEPTIONS: New Haven-Cody Wallace 1-minus 2. Merrimack-None. FUMBLES: New Haven-Mike DeCaro 1-0. Merrimack-None. SACKS (UA-A): New Haven-Raheem Stanley 2-0; Tom Herd 2-0. Merrimack-Michael Wiggins 2-0; T.J. Peloquin 1-0.
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TACKLES (UA-A): New Haven-Bernard Risco 5-5; Scott Lowery 5-2; Tom Herd 5-1; Scott Schultz 3-3; Charlie Hatchet 3-3; Robert Hill 3-2; Desmond Anderson 2-3; J.D. Chalifoux 3-1; Kervin Edouard 2-2; Ahmet Baki Basci 2-1; Raheem Stanley 2-1; Mike Gomes 2-1; Kendrick Butler 2-0; Vail Grafton 1-1; Cody Wallace 1-1; Kareem Cutler 0-2; James Malloy 1-0; Chris Scifo 0-1; Alex Quinn 0-1; Nick Music 0-1. Merrimack-Shawn Loiseau 3-10; Michael Wiggins 5-4; Jason Fischer 4-5; Jesse Fowler 3-3; Jimmy Holland 2-4; T.J. Peloquin 1-5; Michael Jones 4-1; Nick DesJardins 0-5; Ryan McCarthy 3-1; Josh Henry 1-3; Artis Holt 2-1; Zach Ingalls 0-2; Omari Mobley 0-2; Tony Johnson 0-2; Justin Marsan 0-2; Steve Serwon 1-0; James Flores 1-0; Vincent Gallo 1-0; JJ Cruz 1-0; Nick Zwann 1-0; Mike Dantona 0-1; Matt Tripicchio 0-1.
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RECEIVING: New Haven-Mike DeCaro 6-64; Josh Smart 4-39; Jason Thompson 3-70; Kameel Lashley 2-14; Nick Music 2-8; Chris Ruffin 1-37; Anthony Tillman 1-7. Merrimack-Isaiah Voegeli 5-124; Jimon Hill 5-36; Steve Serwon 3-25; Shane Ferguson 2-24; Quinn McDonough 2-12; Ethan Weaver 1-14.
Recording for one of the best individual performances of the season, Mike DeCaro scored five touchdowns, four rushing and one receiving to lead the Chargers to another NE-10 victory. He tied the UNH record for points in a game with 30.
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Osiecki went 19-for-32 with 239 yards and two touchdowns. Thompson had three catches for 70 yards, while Josh Smart (New Haven, Conn./Hamden ) added four receptions for 39 yards.
Team Statistics UNH MER FIRST DOWNS.................................................16 23 RUSHES-YARDS (NET)....................................37-108 39-116 PASSING YDS (NET).......................................239 235 Passes Att-Comp-Int.......................................33-19-0 37-18-1 TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS......................70-347 76-351 Fumble Returns-Yards....................................0-0 0-0 Punt Returns-Yards........................................1-8 2-24 Kickoff Returns-Yards....................................6-161 6-202 Interception Returns-Yards............................1--2 0-0 Punts (Number-Avg).......................................7-31.6 3-41.0 Fumbles-Lost..................................................1-0 0-0 Penalties-Yards...............................................8-64 7-75 Possession Time............................................33:51 26:09 Third-Down Conversions................................11 of 19 5 of 14 Fourth-Down Conversions..............................0 of 0 1 of 4 Red-Zone Scores-Chances............................4-4 4-5 Sacks By: Number-Yards................................4-13 3-26
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GAME RECAP: NORTH ANDOVER, Mass. - The nationally ranked No. 13 University of New Haven football team defeated Merrimack College 44-35 Saturday afternoon in a rain-soaked Massachusetts. With the win, the Chargers won their sixth straight game and improved to 8-1 on the season, 6-0 in the Northeast-10 Conference. The Warriors fell to 5-3 overall and 4-2 in the NE-10.
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Scoring Summary: 1st...........10:43.......... UNH.................. Mike DeCaro 13 yd run (Chris Scifo kick), 10-61 4:17.............................................................................................................................. UNH 7 - MER 0 ................06:53.......... MER.................. James Suozzo 3 yd run (Nick Zwann kick), 10-69 3:43............................................................................................................................ UNH 7 - MER 7 ................02:25.......... MER.................. James Suozzo 14 yd run (Nick Zwann kick), 6-59 2:45.......................................................................................................................... UNH 7 - MER 14 2nd..........14:06.......... UNH.................. Chris Scifo 41 yd field goal, 7-9 3:08......................................................................................................................................................UNH 10 - MER 14 ................11:30.......... MER.................. Joe Clancy 3 yd run (Nick Zwann kick), 7-33 2:23................................................................................................................................UNH 10 - MER 21 ................06:44.......... UNH.................. Mike DeCaro 22 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 6-32 2:51..........................................................................................UNH 17 - MER 21 ................04:23.......... MER.................. Isaiah Voegeli 40 yd pass from James Suozzo (Nick Zwann kick), 8-70 2:14.....................................................................................UNH 17 - MER 28 ................00:08.......... UNH.................. Jason Thompson 6 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 2-36 0:11......................................................................................UNH 24 - MER 28 3rd...........14:49.......... MER.................. Artis Holt 81 yd kickoff return (Nick Zwann kick)...................................................................................................................................UNH 24 - MER 35 ................02:21.......... UNH.................. Mike DeCaro 4 yd run (Chris Scifo kick), 7-60 4:28..............................................................................................................................UNH 31 - MER 35 4th...........12:33.......... UNH.................. Mike DeCaro 9 yd run (Chris Scifo kick), 15-0 3:28..............................................................................................................................UNH 38 - MER 35 ................02:45.......... UNH.................. Mike DeCaro 3 yd run (Chris Scifo kick blockd), 7-64 3:36................................................................................................................. UNH 44 - MER 35
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Date: October 29, 2011 Site: North Andoer, Mass. (Matone - Mejail Field) Time: 1:00 p.m.
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2011 RECAPS GAME 10 #10 New Haven - 63, Pace - 6
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Date: November 5, 2011 Site: West Haven, Conn. (DellaCamera Stadium) Time: 1:00 p.m. Score by Quarters 1 2 3 4 Score Pace 0 0 6 0 6 Record: (1-8,0-7) New Haven 21 21 21 0 63 Record: (9-1,7-0)
GAME RECAP: WEST HAVEN, Conn. - The nationally ranked No. 10 University of New Haven football team honored 10 senior class members on Saturday before going off for a season-high 63 points on 485 yards of total offense. The Chargers claimed their seventh straight win by defeating Pace, 63-6 in the team’s final regular season game at DellaCamera Stadium. With the win, New Haven improved to 9-1 overall and 7-0 in the Northeast-10 Conference to remain perfect in league play. The Setters dropped to 1-8 overall and 0-7 in the NE-10. With 329 rushing yards in the game, UNH tallied a season-high on the ground. Nelson led the way with 81 yards on four carries and one touchdown, while Alston was second on the team with 76 rushing yards and a touchdown. DeCaro capped the day with 67 yards and a touchdown on five carries, while Anthony Tillman (Piscataway, N.J./Piscataway) added 64 yards on 10 carries. Quarterback’s Osiecki, Nelson and DeRosa combined for 156 yards and four touchdowns on 7-of-9 passing. Seven different receivers tallied catches in the game as well. Kameel Lashley (Boston, Mass./Boston Comm. Leadership Academy) led the way with 40 yards. Defensively, Charlie Hatchett (Bridgeport, Conn./Stratford / Santa Monica College) and Jaylen Johnson (Linden, N.J./Linden) led the team with seven total tackles. Tom Herd (Sparta, N.J./Sparta ) added 1.5 tackles-for-loss, while Stanley and Chalifoux each recorded interceptions.
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Team Statistics PAC UNH FIRST DOWNS.................................................18 21 RUSHES-YARDS (NET)....................................51-146 42-326 PASSING YDS (NET).......................................84 156 Passes Att-Comp-Int.......................................18-9-2 9-7-0 TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS......................69-230 51-482 Fumble Returns-Yards....................................0-0 0-0 Punt Returns-Yards........................................0-0 4-59 Kickoff Returns-Yards....................................9-150 2-95 Interception Returns-Yards............................0-0 2-10 Punts (Number-Avg).......................................5-41.6 2-50.0 Fumbles-Lost..................................................2-1 1-1 Penalties-Yards...............................................3-37 12-106 Possession Time............................................34:09 24:39 Third-Down Conversions................................4 of 14 3 of 6 Fourth-Down Conversions..............................2 of 3 1 of 1 Red-Zone Scores-Chances............................1-3 4-5 Sacks By: Number-Yards................................1-0 4-24 RUSHING: Pace-Blair Wynn 20-60; Eric Santos 9-52; Patrick Lupfer 4-33; E. Armstrong 5-5; Jordan Raynor 12-2; Ali Mourtada 1-minus 6. New Haven-Ronnie Nelson 4-81; Brian Alston 14-76; Mike DeCaro 5-67; Anthony Tillman 10-64; Quran Kent 1-11; Brice DeRosa 1-9; Josh Smart 1-7; Ryan Osiecki 3-6; Steven Corona 3-5. PASSING: Pace-Jordan Raynor 9-16-1-84; Anthony Upshaw 0-1-1-0; TEAM 0-1-0-0. New Haven-Ronnie Nelson 3-5-0-54; Ryan Osiecki 3-3-0-79; Brice DeRosa 1-1-0-23. RECEIVING: Pace-Patrick Lupfer 2-31; Kyle Lotwich 2-25; Blair Wynn 1-10; Jake Parrott 1-8; Cameron Davis 1-8; E. Armstrong 1-3; Eric Santos 1-minus 1. New Haven-Kameel Lashley 1-40; Chris Higgins 1-34; Chris Ruffin 1-30; Quivari Jackson 1-23; Quran Kent 1-15; Jason Thompson 1-12; Scott Schultz 1-2.
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Scoring Summary: 1st...........14:48.......... UNH.................. Mike DeCaro 80 yd kickoff return (Chris Scifo kick)....................................................................................................................................PAC 0 - UNH 7 ................10:27.......... UNH.................. Chris Higgins 34 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 2-40 0:40............................................................................................. PAC 0 - UNH 14 ................06:33.......... UNH.................. Ryan Osiecki 1 yd run (Chris Scifo kick), 4-46 1:05................................................................................................................................. PAC 0 - UNH 21 2nd..........13:27.......... UNH.................. Quran Kent 15 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 4-44 1:33................................................................................................ PAC 0 - UNH 28 ................09:18.......... UNH.................. Mike DeCaro 46 yd run (Chris Scifo kick), 4-56 2:06............................................................................................................................... PAC 0 - UNH 35 ................05:50.......... UNH.................. Ronnie Nelson 45 yd run (Chris Scifo kick), 5-81 1:23............................................................................................................................ PAC 0 - UNH 42 3rd...........11:26.......... UNH.................. Scott Schultz 2 yd pass from Ronnie Nelson (Chris Scifo kick), 6-28 2:22............................................................................................ PAC 0 - UNH 49 ................08:17.......... PAC................... Blair Wynn 1 yd run (Ali Mourtada kick failed), 7-74 3:01....................................................................................................................... PAC 6 - UNH 49 ................03:24.......... UNH.................. Brian Alston 16 yd run (Chris Scifo kick), 9-70 4:46................................................................................................................................ PAC 6 - UNH 56 ................00:31.......... UNH.................. Quivari Jackson 23 yd pass from Brice DeRosa (Chris Scifo kick), 4-27 2:42........................................................................................ PAC 6 - UNH 63
INTERCEPTIONS: Pace-None. New Haven-Raheem Stanley 1-10; J.D. Chalifoux 1-0. FUMBLES: Pace-Eric Santos 1-1; Ali Mourtada 1-0. New Haven-Ronnie Nelson 1-1. SACKS (UA-A): Pace-Felix Pagan 1-0. New Haven-Tom Herd 1-1; Ahmet Baki Basci 0-1; Brent Macleod 0-1; Richard Long 1-0; Bernard Risco 0-1.
The ten graduating seniors of the 2011 UNH football team were recognized prior to the Chargers final regular season home game. The seniors went out on top earning a decisive 63-6 victory over Pace.
TACKLES (UA-A): Pace-Vincent Romano 3-8; Evan Wildberger 3-4; Joe Roman 5-1; David Lopez 3-2; Ryan Cuffe 1-4; S. Bostic-Sealy 1-3; Brian Mizerek 0-4; Felix Pagan 2-1; Thaddeus Kowal 1-2; Josh Santana 1-2; Mason Pau’u 2-0; Kyle Lotwich 1-1; Matthew Grosser 1-1; Blair Wynn 1-0; T. Beverly 1-0; Jordan Raynor 1-0; Ken Aboasu 1-0; TEAM 1-0; Andy Vital 0-1. New Haven-Charlie Hatchet 3-4; Jaylen Johnson 2-5; Bernard Risco 2-4; Richard Long 4-1; Rodney Lanham 2-3; Sean Berglund 1-4; Scott Schultz 1-4; Mike Gomes 1-4; Tom Herd 1-4; Ahmet Baki Basci 0-5; Scott Lowery 0-5; Herbens Antenor 2-2; Robert Hill 1-3; Kervin Edouard 1-3; Raheem Stanley 1-2; Cody Wallace 1-2; Brandon Ruberti 1-2; DJ Francis 0-3; Desmond Anderson 2-0; Angelo Cupo 1-1; George Gerosa 1-1; Sherwood Jonathas 0-2; Team 1-0; Josh Smart 1-0; J.D. Chalifoux 1-0; Kendrick Butler 1-0; Jelani Blandin 0-1; Brent Macleod 0-1; Alex Quinn 0-1; MacArthur Cheek 0-1; Brian LaSure 0-1; Kareem Cutler 0-1.
2011 NATIONAL QUARTERFINALIST • FIVE NCAA APPEARANCES • TWO-TIME NE-10 CHAMPIONS
GAME 11 #7 New Haven - 59, Saint Anselm - 17
Score by Quarters 1 2 3 4 Score New Haven 10 14 14 21 59 Record: (10-1,8-0) Saint Anselm 3 7 0 7 17 Record: (1-9,1-7)
RUSHING: New Haven-Ronnie Nelson 10-107; Mike DeCaro 10-36; Brian Alston 5-21; Anthony Tillman 6-12; Brice DeRosa 1-4; Ryan Osiecki 5-minus 14. Saint Anselm-Michael Pierce 6-35; Keith Charles 12-21; Greg Bell 1-minus 4; Marc Wilson 2-minus 6. PASSING: New Haven-Ryan Osiecki 21-30-1-391; Ronnie Nelson 1-1-0-30. Saint Anselm-Michael Pierce 28-49-3-256; Marc Wilson 0-2-1-0. RECEIVING: New Haven-Jason Thompson 5-163; Kameel Lashley 5-128; Chris Ruffin 4-45; Nick Music 2-29; Mike DeCaro 2-17; Quran Kent 1-15; Chris Higgins 1-13; Anthony Tillman 1-6; Demetrius Washington 1-5. Saint Anselm-Marc Wilson 11-139; Keith Charles 6-41; Eric Feehan 6-28; Ahkeen Williams 3-35; Craig Dennis 2-13. INTERCEPTIONS: New Haven-J.D. Chalifoux 2-1; MacArthur Cheek 1-18; Desmond Anderson 1-3. Saint Anselm-Shane O’Donnell 1-1. FUMBLES: New Haven-None. Saint Anselm-Keith Charles 2-0.
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Defensively, Desmond Anderson (Jacksonville, Fla./Edward H. White / Becker College) led the Chargers with nine tackles and one interception. J.D. Chalifoux (Mansfield, Mass./ Mansfield) added two interceptions and three tackles in the win. Rob Hill (Suffield, Conn./ Suffield / Dean Junior College) also played a great game from his defensive end position, totaling two pass breakups and two tackles-for-loss, including one sack. Tom Herd (Sparta, N.J./Sparta ) and Ahmet Baki Basci (Fair Lawn, N.J./Fair Lawn) added two tackles-for-loss as well.
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The Chargers threw for 421 yards and ran for another 166 to total 587 offensive yards in the win. UNH’s passing game was led by a stellar performance by quarterback Ryan Osiecki (Seymour, Conn./Seymour / Univ. of Louisville). The Seymour, Conn. native connected on 21-of-30 attempts for 391 yards and five touchdowns with one interception. Osiecki also ran for another touchdown for a total of six on the day. His top receiver was Jason Thompson (Stuart, Fla./South Fork ) that totaled 163 yards and two touchdowns on five catches. Kameel Lashley (Boston, Mass./Boston Comm. Leadership Academy) also enjoyed over 100-yards receiving with 128 yards and two touchdowns on five receptions. Quarterback Ronnie Nelson (Stuart, Fla./South Fork ) led the Chargers’ rushing game with 107 yards on 10 carries, while Mike DeCaro (Weston, Fla./Cypress Bay ) added 36 yards and one touchdown on 10 carries.
Team Statistics UNH STA FIRST DOWNS.................................................25 16 RUSHES-YARDS (NET)....................................37-166 21-46 PASSING YDS (NET).......................................421 256 Passes Att-Comp-Int.......................................31-22-1 51-28-4 TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS......................68-587 72-302 Fumble Returns-Yards....................................0-0 0-0 Punt Returns-Yards........................................2-5 0-0 Kickoff Returns-Yards....................................3-86 7-106 Interception Returns-Yards............................4-22 1-1 Punts (Number-Avg).......................................2-30.0 6-34.0 Fumbles-Lost..................................................0-0 2-0 Penalties-Yards...............................................6-50 4-90 Possession Time............................................34:09 25:51 Third-Down Conversions................................7 of 13 4 of 17 Fourth-Down Conversions..............................0 of 1 4 of 5 Red-Zone Scores-Chances............................5-6 3-3 Sacks By: Number-Yards................................1-9 2-16
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GAME RECAP: MANCHESTER, N.H. - The nationally ranked No. 7 University of New Haven football team defeated Saint Anselm College 59-17 Saturday afternoon at Grappone Stadium. With the win, the Chargers wrap up a perfect Division II and Northeast-10 Conference season with a 10-1 overall record and an 8-0 NE-10 record. New Haven finished with a 10-0 record in Division II as well. The Hawks fell to 1-9 overall and 1-7 in the Northeast-10.
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Scoring Summary: 1st...........12:16.......... UNH.................. Chris Scifo 25 yd field goal, 5-45 1:56......................................................................................................................................................... UNH 3 - STA 0 ................06:55.......... STA.................... Shea Cerio 19 yd field goal, 13-79 5:21...................................................................................................................................................... UNH 3 - STA 3 ................03:39.......... UNH.................. Ryan Osiecki 1 yd run (Chris Scifo kick), 7-48 3:05..................................................................................................................................UNH 10 - STA 3 2nd..........14:13.......... UNH.................. Kameel Lashley 54 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 1-54 0:11......................................................................................... UNH 17 - STA 3 ................11:07.......... STA.................... Keith Charles 7 yd run (Shea Cerio kick), 9-53 2:58...............................................................................................................................UNH 17 - STA 10 ................08:22.......... UNH.................. Jason Thompson 27 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 5-57 2:38......................................................................................UNH 24 - STA 10 3rd...........14:49.......... UNH.................. Jason Thompson 80 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 1-80 0:11......................................................................................UNH 31 - STA 10 ................14:07.......... UNH.................. Chris Higgins 13 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 1-13 0:07........................................................................................... UNH 38 - STA 10 4th...........11:25.......... UNH.................. Mike DeCaro 12 yd run (Chris Scifo kick), 11-72 6:15........................................................................................................................... UNH 45 - STA 10 ................08:20.......... STA.................... Marc Wilson 11 yd pass from Michael Pierce (Shea Cerio kick), 10-85 2:55.......................................................................................UNH 45 - STA 17 ................06:10.......... UNH.................. Kameel Lashley 24 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 5-52 2:00.......................................................................................UNH 52 - STA 17 ................01:39.......... UNH.................. Brian Alston 5 yd run (Chris Scifo kick), 7-44 4:14..................................................................................................................................UNH 59 - STA 17
2012 COACHES
Date: November 12, 2011 Site: Manchester, N.H. (Grappone Stadium) Time: 12:00 p.m.
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2011 RECAPS
SACKS (UA-A): New Haven-Robert Hill 1-0. Saint Anselm-Shane O’Donnell 2-0.
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Head coach Peter Rossomando gets the gatorade bath after the Chargers wrap up the 2011 NE-10 Conference Championship with a win at Saint Anselm. The win gave the Chargers the outright championship and a perfect 8-0 conference mark.
TACKLES (UA-A): New Haven-Desmond Anderson 6-3; Bernard Risco 4-1; Charlie Hatchet 4-1; Mike Gomes 1-3; Scott Schultz 3-0; Raheem Stanley 3-0; Tom Herd 3-0; J.D. Chalifoux 3-0; Ahmet Baki Basci 2-1; Cody Wallace 2-1; Kendrick Butler 1-2; Robert Hill 2-0; Scott Lowery 1-1; Jaylen Johnson 1-1; Herbens Antenor 1-1; Richard Long 1-1; Kervin Edouard 1-0; John Irwin 1-0; Sean Berglund 1-0; Rodney Lanham 1-0; Quran Kent 1-0; Kareem Cutler 0-1; MacArthur Cheek 0-1. Saint Anselm-Chris Bent 5-5; Kyle Hayes 5-4; Shane O’Donnell 4-5; Tyler Crawford 6-1; Ethan Sylvain 2-5; Brendan Timmons 3-3; Isaac Jorgensen 4-0; Garrett Hubert 3-0; Joey Polverini 3-0; Cam Foster 0-2; James Gibbons 1-0; Marc Wilson 1-0; Eric Feehan 1-0; Craig Dennis 1-0; Tyrel McDonald 1-0; Shea Cerio 1-0; Greg Bell 1-0; Tyler Williams 1-0; Jon Bak 1-0; Lou Licciardi 0-1.
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2011 RECAPS GAME 12 #5 New Haven - 44, #6 Kutztown - 37
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Date: November 26, 2011 Site: West Haven, Conn. (DellaCamera Stadium) Time: 12:00 p.m. Score by Quarters 1 2 3 4 Score Kutztown 7 14 7 9 37 Record: (11-2) New Haven 6 20 0 18 44 Record: (11-1)
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Scoring Summary: 1st...........11:40.......... KUTZ................. J. Mastromatto 17 yd pass from Marshall Vogel (Jack Ruggieri kick), 9-60 3:20.................................................................................. KUTZ 7 - UNH 0 ................08:09.......... UNH.................. Chris Scifo 23 yd field goal, 8-62 3:24...................................................................................................................................................... KUTZ 7 - UNH 3 ................04:13.......... UNH.................. Chris Scifo 21 yd field goal, 8-35 3:10...................................................................................................................................................... KUTZ 7 - UNH 6 2nd..........13:17.......... UNH.................. Jason Thompson 43 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 7-74 3:08.....................................................................................KUTZ 7 - UNH 13 ................08:27.......... KUTZ................. Erik Frazier 23 yd pass from Marshall Vogel (Jack Ruggieri kick), 9-68 4:44....................................................................................KUTZ 14 - UNH 13 ................05:00.......... UNH.................. Jason Thompson 5 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 7-63 3:20.....................................................................................KUTZ 14 - UNH 20 ................00:17.......... KUTZ................. Colby Tuell 6 yd pass from Marshall Vogel (Jack Ruggieri kick), 12-66 4:38.....................................................................................KUTZ 21 - UNH 20 ................00:00.......... UNH.................. Jason Thompson 44 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Ryan Osiecki pass failed), 3-62 0:12...................................................................KUTZ 21 - UNH 26 3rd...........06:21.......... KUTZ................. J. Mastromatto 34 yd pass from Marshall Vogel (Jack Ruggieri kick), 8-44 3:21............................................................................. KUTZ 28 - UNH 26 4th...........11:58.......... KUTZ................. Jack Ruggieri 19 yd field goal, 15-97 6:56............................................................................................................................................KUTZ 31 - UNH 26 ................09:01.......... UNH.................. Mike DeCaro 45 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Jason Thompson pass from Ryan Osiecki), 5-71 2:51...............................................KUTZ 31 - UNH 34 ................07:05........... UNH.................. Jason Thompson 64 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 1-64 0:10...................................................................................KUTZ 31 - UNH 41 ................01:38.......... UNH.................. Chris Scifo 19 yd field goal, 5-30 1:47..................................................................................................................................................KUTZ 31 - UNH 44 ................00:00.......... KUTZ................. Colby Tuell 25 yd pass from Marshall Vogel, 8-74 1:33.......................................................................................................................KUTZ 37 - UNH 44 GAME RECAP: WEST HAVEN, Conn. - The No. 5 nationally ranked University of New Haven football team advanced to the NCAA Quarterfinals with a 44-37 win over No. 6 Kutztown University in an offensive showdown on Saturday afternoon at DellaCamera Stadium. The Chargers tallied 538 yards of total offense behind the stellar play of Ryan Osiecki (Seymour, Conn./Seymour / Univ. of Louisville) and Jason Thompson (Stuart, Fla./South Fork ). The two connected on four touchdowns as Osiecki threw for 433 yards on 23-of-31 passing with five touchdowns while Thompson hauled in four touchdowns with 214 yards on six catches.
Thompson’s career game featured 214 yards on six catches and four touchdowns. Osiecki was 23-of-31 for 433 yards, five touchdowns and zero interceptions. He also rushed for 38 yards on six carries with a long of 15 yards. Kicker Chris Scifo (Coral Springs, Fla./St. Thomas Aquinas / Central Connecticut State University) was also a perfect 3-for-3 with kicks from 23, 21 and 19-yards out. Defensively, Desmond Anderson (Jacksonville, Fla./Edward H. White / Becker College) and Mike Gomes (Brockton, Mass./Brockton ) each had a game-high of 12 tackles. Anderson also recorded an interception and broke-up two passes. Robert Hill (Suffield, Conn./Suffield / Dean Junior College) was a force on the defensive line. He had three tackles-forloss including two sackes. Charlie Hatchet (Bridgeport, Conn./Stratford / Santa Monica College) also picked off Vogel and added six tackles.
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The Chargers are the No. 2 seed in the NCAA Super Region One and improved to 11-1 on the season. Kutztown was the No. 3 seed and concludes the 2011 season with an overall mark of 11-2. UNH advances to take on Winston-Salem State University in the NCAA quarterfinals next Saturday.
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Team Statistics KUTZ UNH FIRST DOWNS.................................................28 21 RUSHES-YARDS (NET)....................................27-103 26-87 PASSING YDS (NET).......................................356 451 Passes Att-Comp-Int.......................................54-38-3 32-24-0 TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS......................81-459 58-538 Fumble Returns-Yards....................................0-0 0-0 Punt Returns-Yards........................................0-0 0-0 Kickoff Returns-Yards....................................7-144 6-116 Interception Returns-Yards............................0-0 3-42 Punts (Number-Avg).......................................2-41.5 2-40.0 Fumbles-Lost..................................................0-0 1-1 Penalties-Yards...............................................9-80 10-103 Possession Time............................................33:18 26:42 Third-Down Conversions................................6 of 16 7 of 11 Fourth-Down Conversions..............................5 of 5 0 of 0 Red-Zone Scores-Chances............................3-3 4-5 Sacks By: Number-Yards................................2-10 3-16 RUSHING: Kutztown-J. Mastromatto 8-54; Robbie Frey 9-46; Curtis Wortham 4-13; Marshall Vogel 6-minus 10. New Haven-Mike DeCaro 14-41; Ryan Osiecki 6-28; Anthony Tillman 4-13; Ronnie Nelson 2-5. PASSING: Kutztown-Marshall Vogel 38-54-3-356. New Haven-Ryan Osiecki 23-31-0-433; Ronnie Nelson 1-1-0-18. RECEIVING: Kutztown-J. Mastromatto 11-129; Erik Frazier 8-75; Colby Tuell 4-41; Zach Snyder 4-29; Troy Foster 3-27; Daniel Gay 3-24; Curtis Wortham 2-16; Justin Clark 1-8; Justin Michalak 1-5; Chris Oliver 1-2. New Haven-Jason Thompson 6-214; Josh Smart 6-55; Kameel Lashley 4-35; Mike DeCaro 2-54; Nick Music 2-38; Demetrius Washington 2-35; Chris Ruffin 1-11; Anthony Tillman 1-9. INTERCEPTIONS: Kutztown-None. New Haven-Desmond Anderson 1-28; J.D. Chalifoux 1-14; Charlie Hatchet 1-0. FUMBLES: Kutztown-None. New Haven-Ryan Osiecki 1-1. SACKS (UA-A): Kutztown-Brett Moss 1-1; Jason Henshaw 0-1. New Haven-Robert Hill 2-0; Raheem Stanley 1-0.
Ryan Osiecki and Jason Thompson connected six time for 214 yards and four touchdowns as the two led the Chargers to a NCAA second round victory over Kutztown. Osiecki totaled 433 yards and five touchdown through the air.
TACKLES (UA-A): Kutztown-Andrew Hodges 5-5; Alex DiNolfi 8-1; Brett Moss 3-4; John Kreuer 3-3; Bill McMonigle 2-3; English Peay 3-1; Richard White 2-2; Corey Harris 2-2; Jason Henshaw 0-4; Cory Darby 2-1; Jason Ulmer 0-2; Troy Foster 1-0; John Zavorski 1-0; S. Dixon-Dougan 1-0; TEAM 1-0; Justin Clark 1-0; Greg Carroll 1-0; Alex Nicolino 1-0; Justin Michalak 1-0. New Haven-Desmond Anderson 9-3; Mike Gomes 7-5; Bernard Risco 4-2; Raheem Stanley 2-4; Charlie Hatchet 2-4; Tom Herd 1-5; Robert Hill 5-0; Rodney Lanham 3-0; Team 3-0; Kendrick Butler 2-1; J.D. Chalifoux 2-0; Brandon Ruberti 1-1; Ahmet Baki Basci 1-1; George Gerosa 1-1; Kervin Edouard 0-1; Scott Schultz 0-1; Herbens Antenor 0-1; Alex Dyer 0-1; Cody Wallace 0-1.
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GAME 13 #3 Winston Salem St. - 27, #5 New Haven - 7
Score by Quarters 1 2 3 4 Score New Haven 7 0 0 0 7 Record: (11-2) Winston-Salem State 6 7 0 14 27 Record: (13-0)
GAME RECAP: WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - The University of New Haven football team, nationally ranked No. 5/11 fell, 27-7 to No. 3/4 Winston-Salem State University Saturday afternoon in the NCAA Division II Football Championship Quarterfinal Round in North Carolina. With the loss, the Chargers conclude their 2011 season with an 11-2 overall record. The Rams improved to 13-0 overall.
The UNH offense struggled most of the day to find its rythem. In total, the Chargers amassed a season-low seven points and a 330 yards. The Chargers playoff appearance was the first since 1997 and the first since bringing the program back just three years ago.
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The Chargers’ offense struggled to get started all day. Quarterback Ryan Osiecki (Seymour, Conn./Seymour / Univ. of Louisville) led the squad with 209 yards on 16-of-32 passing with one touchdown and two interceptions. Running back Mike DeCaro (Weston, Fla./Cypress Bay ) added 74 yards on 15 carries, while Anthony Tillman (Piscataway, N.J./ Piscataway) added 40 yards on six carries. Defensively, Mike Gome (Brockton, Mass.) led the Chargers with a season-best 14 tackles. Tom Herd added seven stops, including two sacks.
Team Statistics UNH WSSU FIRST DOWNS.................................................20 21 RUSHES-YARDS (NET)....................................28-106 40-170 PASSING YDS (NET).......................................224 274 Passes Att-Comp-Int.......................................35-17-3 26-19-1 TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS......................63-330 66-444 Fumble Returns-Yards....................................0-0 0-0 Punt Returns-Yards........................................1--1 1-3 Kickoff Returns-Yards....................................5-37 2-35 Interception Returns-Yards............................1-0 3-0 Punts (Number-Avg).......................................5-31.6 3-36.0 Fumbles-Lost..................................................1-1 0-0 Penalties-Yards...............................................9-63 3-25 Possession Time............................................27:51 32:09 Third-Down Conversions................................5 of 14 8 of 14 Fourth-Down Conversions..............................2 of 3 0 of 3 Red-Zone Scores-Chances............................0-2 2-3 Sacks By: Number-Yards................................8-33 3-42
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Scoring Summary: 1st...........08:21.......... WSSU................ MASSEY,J 48 yd pass from SMITH,K (SUAREZ,A kick failed), 9-69 3:40...............................................................................................UNH 0 - WSSU 6 ................06:35.......... UNH.................. Demetrius Washington 36 yd pass from Ryan Osiecki (Chris Scifo kick), 6-58 1:40............................................................................UNH 7 - WSSU 6 2nd..........14:49.......... WSSU................ COOPER,N 12 yd run (SUAREZ,A kick), 2-21 0:37.................................................................................................................................UNH 7 - WSSU 13 4th...........14:20.......... WSSU................ MASSEY,J 33 yd pass from SMITH,K (SUAREZ,A kick), 4-92 1:21........................................................................................................UNH 7 - WSSU 20 ................00:39.......... WSSU................ HICKMAN,C 1 yd run (SUAREZ,A kick), 8-99 2:57.................................................................................................................................UNH 7 - WSSU 27
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Date: December 3, 2011 Site: Winston-Salem, N.C. (Bowman Gray Stadium) Time: 12:00 p.m.
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RUSHING: New Haven-Mike DeCaro 15-74; Anthony Tillman 6-40; Ronnie Nelson 1-4; Ryan Osiecki 6-minus 12. Winston-Salem State-COOPER,N 14-132; LEWIS,M 3-17; GOLDSTON,T 3-12; SMITH,K 19-8; HICKMAN,C 1-1.
RECEIVING: New Haven-Josh Smart 5-61; Jason Thompson 4-51; Demetrius Washington 2-51; Chris Ruffin 2-18; Mike DeCaro 2-11; Jake Stark 1-22; Kameel Lashley 1-10. Winston-Salem State-MASSEY,J 6-138; WILLIAMS,J 4-40; BUTLER,J 2-38; BRANTLEY,T 2-19; AKINBIYI,B 2-18; COOPER,N 2-12; GOLDSTON,T 1-9.
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PASSING: New Haven-Ryan Osiecki 16-32-2-209; Jason Thompson 1-1-0-15; Kameel Lashley 0-1-1-0; Ronnie Nelson 0-1-0-0. Winston-Salem State-SMITH,K 19-26-1-274.
INTERCEPTIONS: New Haven-J.D. Chalifoux 1-0. Winston-Salem State-FIELDS,C 1-0; PULLIAM,D 1-0; WILLIAMS,B 1-0.
SACKS (UA-A): New Haven-Tom Herd 1-2; Robert Hill 1-1; Ahmet Baki Basci 1-0; Sean Berglund 1-0; Mike Gomes 1-0; Scott Schultz 0-1; Cody Wallace 0-1; Raheem Stanley 0-1. Winston-Salem State-WARD,A 1-1; DAVENPORT,C 0-1; KESLER,J 0-1; TRIPP,B 0-1.
Despite the 2011 season coming to a close with in the NCAA quarterfinals, Mike Gomes enjoyed a career day with 14 total tackles. He recorded seven solo stops, and one sack in the Chargers 27-7 loss to Winston-Salem State.
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TACKLES (UA-A): New Haven-Mike Gomes 7-7; Herbens Antenor 5-2; Tom Herd 4-3; Scott Schultz 2-5; Desmond Anderson 4-2; Charlie Hatchet 2-4; Bernard Risco 3-2; Cody Wallace 1-3; Ahmet Baki Basci 3-0; Raheem Stanley 1-2; Robert Hill 1-1; Kareem Cutler 1-1; J.D. Chalifoux 0-2; George Gerosa 1-0; Sean Berglund 1-0; Kameel Lashley 1-0; Kervin Edouard 1-0; Richard Long 0-1; Sherwood Jonathas 0-1. Winston-Salem State-FIELDS,C 5-2; SETZER,J 3-3; WARD,A 3-2; ROWE,M 3-1; TRIPP,B 3-1; REID,K 2-2; OWENS,D 2-2; KEATON,A 1-3; MUNGIN,D 2-1; WILLIAMS,B 2-0; BOLTON,D 1-1; DAVENPORT,C 1-1; KESLER,J 1-1; PULLIAM,D 1-1; MCGILL,C 1-1; STONE,N 1-0; HEARNE,L 1-0; TAYLOR,R 1-0; SHAW,R 1-0; WASHINGTON,CJ 0-1; COVINGTON,D 0-1.
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FUMBLES: New Haven-Quran Kent 1-1. Winston-Salem State-None.
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Senior wide receiver Josh Smart led the Chargers in 2011 in receptions. In 2011 he grabbed a total of 50 catches for 528 yards and two touchdowns. Even more impressive, the New Haven native grabbed a total of 24 first down catches, a team-high.
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RUSHING Year Player Att. Yds TD 2011 Mike DeCaro...................... 157 806 10 2010 Victor Jones....................... 201 1021 11 2009 Josh Smart......................... 69 278 2 2003 Darren Haynes................... 77 514 4 2002 Maikel Mehu...................... 94 474 3 2001 Dawud Hanif...................... 121 620 4 2000 Dawud Hanif...................... 136 844 3 1999 Corey Jones....................... 164 892 5 1998 Corey Jones....................... 187 857 5 1997 Don Highsmith................... 185 1057 13 1996 Don Highsmith................... 200 851 3 1995 Ron Jenkins....................... 182 854 3 1994 Roger Graham................... 278 1607 17 1993 Roger Graham................... 182 1687 19 1992 Roger Graham................... 200 1717 22 1991 Roger Graham................... 161 942 8 1990 A.J. Livingston.................... 157 793 16 1989 Dana Burgo........................ 129 515 6 1988 Weaver Williams................ 105 501 4 1987 Keith McCoy....................... 98 461 1 1986 Charles Hill........................ 51 157 1 1985 Bill Gambardella................ 171 832 6 1984 Mike Murphy...................... 81 310 2 1983 Bill Gambardella................ 131 634 4 1982 Bill Clancy.......................... 137 669 8 1981 Fred DiRenzo..................... 119 498 1 1980 Tony Major......................... 112 563 5 1979 not available 1978 Tony Major......................... 139 504 3 1977 Bob Currie.......................... 71 319 0 1976 Brian Rickert...................... 89 449 5 1975 Mark Francoeur................. 176 657 6 1974 Bob Holtz........................... 93 273 2 1973 Benny Mondrone............... 62 162 0
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RECEIVING Year Player Rec. 2011 Josh Smart......................... 50 2010 Demetrius Washington-Ellison.... 41 2009 Sharieff Hall....................... 73 2003 Joe Tarasiewicz.................. 40 2002 Matt Marcks...................... 66 2001 Matt Marcks...................... 33 2000 Ketric Barnes..................... 38 1999 Elvert Eden........................ 62 1998 Adam Roman..................... 42 1997 Adam Roman..................... 53 1996 Tyrone Seabrooks.............. 76 1995 Bobby Barnette.................. 59 1994 Max Joyner-Brown............. 49 1993 Tony Willis.......................... 71 1992 Tony Willis.......................... 51 1991 Tony Willis.......................... 59 1990 Pierre Fils........................... 63 1989 Pierre Fils........................... 38 1988 Bob Wietecha.................... 46 1987 Ron Conyers....................... 38 1986 Greg Ortman...................... 62 1985 Greg Ortman...................... 46 1984 Ralph Pacifico.................... 32 1983 Ralph Pacifico.................... 27 1982 Ralph Pacifico.................... 26 1981 Bruce Barrett..................... 48 1980 Bruce Barrett..................... 35 1979 not available 1978 Dave Hernandez................ 18 1977 Pat Morelli......................... 12 1976 Gerry Kopazna................... 5 1975 Vin Tozzi............................. 13 1974 Jim Martone....................... 21 1973 Vin Tozzi............................. 6
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Pct. Yds. TD Int. .657 3336 36 12 .568 1861 16 6 .618 2825 23 9 .498 1606 9 11 .576 2180 17 12 .491 1252 8 7 .493 2096 28 15 .491 2614 25 12 .506 1874 18 14 .598 2327 23 6 .600 2625 31 3 .595 2098 22 11 .610 2313 17 14 .605 2336 31 1 .619 2336 26 5 .556 1775 17 16 .520 3114 23 18 .542 2025 14 12 .494 2268 15 13 .473 1902 11 17 .554 2607 17 15 .546 1694 16 15 .573 1463 7 18 .600 1443 6 16 .400 653 5 9 .475 2164 16 20 .466 1115 12 13
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PASSING Year Player Att.-Comp. 2011 Ryan Osiecki...................... 341-224 2010 Ryan Osiecki...................... 273-166 2009 Ryan Osiecki...................... 411-254 2003 Joe DiMeglio...................... 271-135 2002 Rob D’innocenzio.............. 335-193 2001 Rob D’Innocenzio.............. 175-86 2000 Jason Barnett.................... 286-141 1999 Jason Barnett.................... 340-167 1998 Jason Barnett.................... 316-160 1997 Cazzie Kosciolek............... 271-162 1996 Jesse Showerda................ 300-180 1995 Jesse Showerda................ 328-195 1994 James Weir........................ 277-169 1993 James Weir........................ 266-161 1992 Ken Suhl............................ 239-148 1991 Ken Suhl............................ 250-139 1990 Jay McLucas...................... 402-209 1989 Jay McLucas...................... 297-161 1988 Mike Horton....................... 340-168 1987 Mike Horton....................... 294-139 1986 Mike Horton....................... 361-200 1985 Paul Kelly........................... 249-136 1984 Paul Kelly........................... 185-106 1983 Paul Kelly........................... 155-93 1982 Mark Giordani.................... 120-48 1981 Matt Ready........................ 314-149 1980 Walt Melfi........................... 163-76 1979 not available 1978 Brian O’Keefe.................... 134-58 1977 Walt Melfi........................... 67-30 1976 Mike Whalen...................... 45-9 1975 Ed Pikor.............................. 122-50 1974 Jim Menge......................... 72-32 1973 Jim Menge......................... 111-27
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ALL-PURPOSE YARDS Year Player Rush Rec Ret Tot 2011 Mike DeCaro...................... 806 244 829 1879 2010 Victor Jones....................... 1021 32 0 1053 2009 Sharieff Hall....................... 21 809 792 1622 2003 Darren Haynes................... 514 142 42 698 2002 Matt Marcks...................... 0 919 116 1035 2001 Matt Marcks...................... 3 619 239 861 2000 Ketric Barnes..................... 45 633 751 1329 1999 Ketric Barnes..................... 3 801 750 1554 1998 Adam Roman..................... -4 540 619 1155 1997 Adam Roman..................... 4 726 583 1313 1996 T. Seabrooks...................... 0 1113 0 1113 1995 Bobby Barnette.................. 13 582 405 1000 1994 Roger Graham................... 1607 197 333 2137 1993 Roger Graham................... 1687 116 516 2319 1992 Roger Graham................... 1717 47 8 1772 1991 John Raba.......................... 463 361 650 1474 1990 Pierre Fils........................... 6 1121 514 1641 1989 Pierre Fils........................... 0 693 356 1049 1988 Pierre Fils........................... 0 340 438 778 1987 Ron Conyers....................... 212 446 189 847 1986 Greg Ortman...................... 17 800 53 870 1985 B.Gambardella.................. 832 116 0 948 1984 Ralph Pacifico.................... 16 695 35 746 1983 Greg Ortman...................... 278 195 409 882 1982 Bill Clancy.......................... 669 59 0 728 1981 Bruce Barrett..................... 13 759 0 772 1980 Mark Giordani.................... 539 236 0 775 1979 not available 1978 Tony Major......................... 504 32 0 536 1977 Bob Currie.......................... 319 5 0 324 1976 Brian Rickert...................... 449 38 22 509 1975 M. Francoeur..................... 657 71 0 728 1974 Jim Martone....................... 4 225 315 544 1973 L. Galbicsek....................... 103 36 381 519
SCORING Year Player TD 2 pt PAT FG Pts. 2011 Chris Scifo.......................... 0 0 63-65 14-17 105 2010 Chris Scifo.......................... 0 0 37-39 11-15 70 2009 Sharieff Hall....................... 10 0 0 0 60 2003 Joe DiMeglio...................... 9 0 0 0 54 2002 Matt Marcks...................... 7 0 0 0 42 2001 Pete Dodosh...................... 0 0 19-27 7-19 40 2000 Pete Dodosh...................... 0 0 37 6 55 1999 Ketric Barnes..................... 9 0 0 0 54 1998 Adam Roman..................... 10 0 0 0 60 1997 Don Highsmith................... 15 0 0 0 90 1996 Tyrone Seabrooks.............. 16 1 0 0 98 1995 Gene Adair......................... 0 0 35 8 59 1994 Roger Graham................... 17 2 0 0 106 1993 Roger Graham................... 23 0 0 0 138 1992 Roger Graham................... 22 0 0 0 132 1991 Tony Willis.......................... 12 0 0 0 72 1990 A.J. Livingston.................... 17 0 0 0 102 1989 Charlie Hill......................... 15 0 0 0 90 1988 Weaver Williams................ 8 0 0 0 48 1987 Ron Conyers....................... 15 0 0 0 90 1986 Tom Holmes....................... 0 0 28 8 52 1985 Bill Gambardella................ 6 0 0 0 36 1984 Tom Holmes....................... 0 0 20 6 38 1983 Bill Gambardella................ 4 0 0 0 24 1982 Bill Clancy.......................... 9 2 0 0 58 1981 Bruce Barrett..................... 8 0 0 0 48 1980 Mark Giordani.................... 6 0 0 0 36 1979 not available 1978 Mike Bouwman................. 0 0 11 7 32 1977 Pat Morelli......................... 2 0 0 0 12 Gerry Kopazna................... 2 0 0 0 12 1976 Brian Rickert...................... 5 0 0 0 30 1975 Mark Francoeur................. 6 0 0 0 36 1974 Bob Holtz........................... 2 2 0 0 14 1973 Lenny Galbicsek................ 2 0 0 0 12
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TACKLES Year Player Solo Asst. Tot. 2011 Charlie Hatchett................ 42 51 93 2010 Charlie Hatchett................ 44 39 83 2009 Desmond Anderson.......... 45 19 64 2003 Sarth Benoit...................... 56 30 86 2002 Alston Sajery...................... 33 22 55 2001 Idris Price........................... 54 26 80 2000 Idris Price........................... 54 22 76 1999 Steve Cedor....................... 54 38 92 1998 Steve Cedor....................... 66 45 111 1997 Lidz Eugene....................... 61 25 86 1996 Shane McNeeley............... 71 37 108 1995 Scott Riggs......................... 61 33 94 1994 George Porcha................... 53 54 107 1993 George Byrd....................... 51 21 72 1992 George Byrd....................... 44 39 83 1991 Brad Pyne.......................... 47 33 80 1990 Keith Stamp....................... 25 40 65 1989 Tyrone Barnett................... 43 36 79 1988 Tyrone Barnett................... 45 41 86 1987 Erik Lesinski...................... 76 58 134 1986 Erik Lesinski...................... 88 36 124 1985 Mike Murphy...................... 50 30 80 1984 Rick Racioppi..................... 57 54 111 1983 Rick Racioppi..................... 47 53 100 John Alosky........................ 29 71 100 1982 Rick Racioppi..................... 74 49 123 Tackles Not Available Before 1982 Season
Senior Chris Scifo led the Chargers’ scoring in 2011 with 105 total points. He tallied 63 points off PAT’s and missed just two all season. He also tallied 14 field goals for 42 points, including a perfect 10-for-10 between 20 and 39 yards. Scifo became just the third player to cross the 100-point plateau.
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Tony Sparano, now offensive coordinator for the NFL’s New York Jets, tallied a 4114-1 overall record and a .732 winning percentage during his five years (1994-98) at UNH. He also led the ‘97 Chargers to the NCAA Division II National Championship game. Photo courtesy of the Miami Dolphins
1982 (4-6) (Division II) Southern Connecticut.........................................L................7-43 Edinboro State.....................................................L................0-29 at Ramapo...........................................................L..............14-28 Lock Haven..........................................................L................ 0-24 at Kean............................................................... W..............13-10 University of D.C................................................. W................ 19-9 Wagner.................................................................L................7-34 Springfield........................................................... W..............29-21 1975 (2-7) Coast Guard........................................................ W..............36-21 Bridgewater State................................................L................6-44 at Millersville.......................................................L..............14-36 Curry.................................................................... W................ 13-7 Framingham State..............................................L................ 7-17 1983 (2-8) Massachusetts Maritime................................... W................12-6 at Southern Connecticut.....................................L................ 7-31 Plymouth State....................................................L................ 0-24 Central Connecticut............................................L.................. 0-6 Maine Maritime...................................................L................6-34 New York Tech.................................................... W................ 17-7 Western Connecticut...........................................L..............16-30 at Lock Haven......................................................L................ 0-17 Nichols.................................................................L................0-28 C.W. Post..............................................................L..............14-20 Boston State........................................................L................7-32 at University of D.C............................................. W..............29-22 at Springfield.......................................................L..............17-34 1976 (1-8) Norwich................................................................L..............10-13 at Framingham State..........................................L................7-20 Millersville............................................................L................8-28 Maine Maritime.................................................. W..............28-14 at American International...................................L..............20-22 at Western Connecticut......................................L..............14-16 at Bridgewater State...........................................L.................. 0-7 1984 (5-5) Plymouth State....................................................L................ 3-19 University of Massachusetts-Lowell.................. W..............31-14 at Nichols.............................................................L..............10-14 Albany State........................................................ W................ 24-7 Curry.....................................................................L..............15-21 at Towson State...................................................L................3-28 at Boston State....................................................L.................. 3-9 at Central Connecticut....................................... W................ 24-7 Massachusetts Maritime....................................L................9-12 at C.W. Post.........................................................L................7-30 American International...................................... W.............. 27-24 1977 (3-6) Southern Connecticut.........................................L.............. 17-24 Framingham State............................................. W.................. 3-0 Springfield........................................................... W................23-9 Maine Maritime...................................................L..............15-44 at Norwich...........................................................L................7-42 Bridgewater State............................................... W................ 24-7 at Millersville.......................................................L................7-46 Plymouth State................................................... W.............. 17-14 Nichols.................................................................L................ 0-13 1985 (6-4) Curry.....................................................................L..............19-21 at University of Massachusetts-Lowell............. W................ 27-0 Boston State........................................................L.................. 0-6 California (Pa.).....................................................L................ 7-18 Massachusetts Maritime....................................L................3-28 Central Connecticut............................................L..............16-22 Fordham...............................................................L................7-78 at Norwich.......................................................... W..............32-26 University of D.C................................................. W................ 47-6 1978 (6-3) at American International...................................L..............10-13 at Framingham State......................................... W................ 16-6 at Southern Connecticut.................................... W..............20-17 Maine Maritime.................................................. W................ 14-6 at Springfield...................................................... W..............21-14 at Western Connecticut..................................... W................ 21-6 Towson State...................................................... W................ 27-7 at Bridgewater State.......................................... W................ 13-6 Millersville............................................................L..............21-22 Plymouth State................................................... W................23-0 at Nichols.............................................................L................0-36 1986 (8-2) Curry.....................................................................L................ 8-10 at East Stroudsburg........................................... W..............47-26 at Boston State....................................................L................ 7-10 Slippery Rock...................................................... W................ 10-0 Massachusetts Maritime................................... W................ 16-8 at Central Connecticut....................................... W................ 37-8 Norwich............................................................... W................23-7 1979 (8-0-1) at University of D.C............................................. W................28-0 Framingham State............................................. W................22-0 American International.......................................L..............14-28 at Maine Maritime.............................................. W..............24-15 Southern Connecticut........................................ W..............20-17 Western Connecticut.......................................... W................34-0 Springfield........................................................... W................35-0 Bridgewater State................................................T.................. 6-6 at Towson State...................................................L................ 7-47 at Plymouth State............................................... W..............21-19 at SUNY-Albany................................................... W..............45-28 Nichols................................................................ W..............28-14 at Curry............................................................... W..............22-16 1987 (8-2) Boston State....................................................... W..............36-34 East Stroudsburg.................................................L..............13-16 at Massachusetts Maritime.............................. W................ 16-8 at Slippery Rock................................................. W..............26-24 at Norwich.......................................................... W.............. 37-17 1980 (6-3-1) Central Connecticut........................................... W.................. 7-3 at Framingham State......................................... W................ 31-7 University of D.C................................................. W................48-0 Maine Maritime...................................................L..............16-28 at American International.................................. W..............38-14 at Western Connecticut..................................... W................52-0 at Southern Connecticut.................................... W..............42-10 at Bridgewater State...........................................L................ 7-10 at Springfield...................................................... W..............19-16 Plymouth State....................................................T..............13-13 Towson State...................................................... W................ 21-7 at Nichols............................................................ W..............23-17 at Bloomsburg.....................................................L..............18-35 Curry.................................................................... W................32-0 Boston State....................................................... W..............27-14 Massachusetts Maritime................................... W................20-7 University of Massachusetts-Lowell...................L..............10-20
2012 PLAYERS
Coach Years Record Pct. Joe McHugh.................1973-75 2-24 .077 Tom Bell.......................1976-82 32-30-4 .515 Larry McElreavy...........1983-85 13-17 .433 Chris Palmer................1986-87 16-4 .800 Mark Whipple..............1988-93 48-17 .738 Tony Sparano...............1994-98 41-14-1 .732 Darren Rizzi.................1999-01 15-14-0 .517 Dave Patenaude..........2002-03 5-15 .250 Pete Rossomando.......2009-Pres. 24-9 .727 34 Seasons.............. 1973-11 195-137-5 .586
1974 (0-9) Bridgewater State................................................L................ 0-10 Curry.....................................................................L................ 0-14 at Massachusetts Maritime...............................L................ 0-21 Plymouth State....................................................L................0-29 Maine Maritime...................................................L..............12-18 at Framingham State..........................................L..............12-20 at Western Connecticut......................................L................8-20 Nichols.................................................................L................0-49 Boston State........................................................L................6-35
1981 (4-4-2) at University of Massachusetts-Lowell............. W................25-7 Edinboro State.....................................................L..............19-51 Ramapo...............................................................L..............15-30 at New York Tech.................................................T..............19-19 Kean.................................................................... W..............30-26 at University of D.C............................................. W................ 15-7 Springfield ...........................................................L..............15-41 at Southern Connecticut.....................................T..............28-28 at Coast Guard................................................... W..............24-14 Albany State.........................................................L................6-36
2012 COACHES
UNH OPP Year Record Pts Pts Coach 1973 (DIII)...0-8-0 28 230............ Joe McHugh 1974.............0-9-0 38 286............ Joe McHugh 1975............2-7-0 77 212............. Joe McHugh 1976.............1-8-0 81 146....................Tom Bell 1977.............3-6-0 88 211....................Tom Bell 1978............6-3-0 118 88.....................Tom Bell 1979............8-0-1 232 118....................Tom Bell 1980............6-3-1 231 135...................Tom Bell 1981............4-4-2 196 254...................Tom Bell 1982 (DII)....4-6-0 139 255...................Tom Bell 1983............2-8-0 112 210....... Larry McElreavy 1984............5-5-0 170 231....... Larry McElreavy 1985............6-4-0 238 145....... Larry McElreavy 1986............8-2-0 266 161.............Chris Palmer 1987............8-2-0 267 134............Chris Palmer 1988............7-3-0 275 214...........Mark Whipple 1989............8-2-0 285 171...........Mark Whipple 1990............7-3-0 381 311...........Mark Whipple 1991............3-7-0 320 378...........Mark Whipple 1992............12-1-0 505* 204*.........Mark Whipple 1993............11-1-0 547* 167*.........Mark Whipple 1994............7-3-0 329 207........... Tony Sparano 1995............10-1-1 311* 129*......... Tony Sparano 1996............7-3-0 343 172........... Tony Sparano 1997............12-2-0 433* 98*.......... Tony Sparano 1998............5-5-0 230 198........... Tony Sparano 1999............5-5-0 313 299.............Darren Rizzi 2000............5-5-0 335 218..............Darren Rizzi 2001............5-4-0 218 187..............Darren Rizzi 2002............4-6-0 245 283..... Dave Patenaude 2003............1-9-0 187 355..... Dave Patenaude 2009............5-5-0 264 319....Pete Rossomando 2010............8-2-0 316 214....Pete Rossomando 2011............11-2-0 523 307....Pete Rossomando * - Does not include playoff points
1973 (0-8) (Divison III) at Trenton State...................................................L................ 0-24 at Nichols State...................................................L................ 0-21 at Hartford...........................................................L.............. 14-17 at Curry College...................................................L................ 6-27 Massachusetts Maritime ...................................L................ 8-13 at Marist..............................................................L................ 0-27 Western Connecticut...........................................L................ 0-41 at Maine Maritime...............................................L................ 0-51
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YEAR-BY-YEAR RESULTS
1988 (7-3) at California (Pa.)............................................... W..............35-30 Edinboro.............................................................. W..............30-14 Norwich............................................................... W..............35-14 Central Connecticut............................................L..............14-21 at Central Florida............................................... W..............31-23 American International.......................................L.............. 21-51 Southern Connecticut........................................ W..............32-13 Springfield .......................................................... W..............34-15 at Towson State...................................................L.............. 17-31 Bloomsburg........................................................ W................26-2
1994 (7-3) at Bloomsburg.................................................... W................38-6 at Kutztown......................................................... W................ 31-6 Indiana (Pa.)....................................................... W..............18-16 at Abilene Christian.............................................L..............16-27 at Valdosta State.................................................L................7-38 American International...................................... W................59-7 Southern Connecticut........................................ W................48-7 at Knoxville......................................................... W..............55-54 at Bowie State.................................................... W................35-6 at Liberty..............................................................L..............22-40
Central Washington............................................ W..............55-33 Saint Joseph’s (Ind.).......................................... W................54-7 at Gardner-Webb.................................................L..............10-28 at Southern Connecticut.................................... W................56-7 at Jackson State..................................................L..............37-38
1996 (7-3) West Chester.......................................................L.............. 17-24 East Stroudsburg................................................ W..............59-56 at Millersville...................................................... W................22-8 at Indiana (Pa.)....................................................L................ 6-14 Virginia Union..................................................... W................66-0 at Elizabeth City.................................................. W................48-0 1991 (3-7) Southern Connecticut........................................ W.............. 37-27 at California (Pa.)............................................... W................ 31-7 at Charleston Southern..................................... W................48-7 Clarion................................................................. W..............48-42 at University at Buffalo.......................................L..............20-24 Virginia Union......................................................L..............14-43 American International...................................... W..............20-12 Central Connecticut........................................... W..............41-34 West Chester.......................................................L..............20-34 1997 (12-2) at American International...................................L..............34-35 at West Chester.................................................. W..............32-26 at Southern Connecticut.....................................L..............60-64 at East Stroudsburg........................................... W................38-0 at Springfield.......................................................L..............21-46 Millersville........................................................... W..............53-10 at Wofford............................................................L..............21-42 Indiana (Pa.)....................................................... W..............43-14 Shippensburg......................................................L..............30-31 at Monmouth (IAA)............................................. W................49-3 at Southern Connecticut.................................... W................44-7 1992 (12-1) at Western Kentucky (IAA)..................................L..............21-24 at Connecticut (IAA)........................................... W..............14-13 Elizabeth City...................................................... W................59-0 University at Buffalo........................................... W..............69-48 at Lafayette (IAA)................................................ W................38-0 at Clarion............................................................ W..............48-47 at Saint Joseph’s (Ind.)...................................... W..............56-14 at Virginia Union................................................. W..............80-26 Glenville State#!................................................. W................ 47-7 at Central Connecticut....................................... W..............55-21 Slippery Rock#@................................................ W..............49-21 American International...................................... W................66-7 UC Davis#@........................................................ W..............27-25 Southern Connecticut........................................ W..............56-13 vs Northern Colorado#*.....................................L................ 0-51 Springfield........................................................... W................54-6 # - NCAA Playoffs Carson-Newman................................................. W................ 14-0 ! - at Sacred Heart University Shepherd............................................................ W..............49-23 @ - at Yale Bowl at West Chester#............................................... W..............38-26 * - NCAA Championship Game Ferris State#*.................................................... W..............35-13 at Jacksonville State#.........................................L..............35-46 1998 (5-5) # - NCAA Playoffs Bloomsburg........................................................ W................25-7 * - at Yale Bowl West Chester....................................................L (ot)...........27-33 at Millersville.......................................................L..............18-19 1993 (11-1) at UC Davis......................................................... W..............12-11 West Chester...................................................... W..............45-33 at Western Kentucky (IAA)..................................L..............21-24 at University at Buffalo...................................... W................38-6 Southern Connecticut.........................................L..............10-14 Clarion................................................................. W..............35-23 at Youngstown State (IAA)................................L (ot)...........15-18 at Springfield...................................................... W................62-3 Saint Joseph’s (Ind.).......................................... W..............39-24 at Carson-Newman............................................ W..............62-31 at Western New Mexico..................................... W.............. 37-24 Virginia Union..................................................... W..............71-28 at Robert Morris (IAA)........................................ W..............26-24 at Southern Connecticut.................................... W.............. 47-14 at American International.................................. W..............63-10 1999 (5-5) Bowie State......................................................... W..............69-19 at Bloomsburg.................................................... W.............. 47-37 Shepherd............................................................ W................55-0 at Clarion............................................................ W..............28-21 Edinboro#*......................................................... W..............48-28 Millersville........................................................... W..............38-35 Indiana (Pa.)#8...................................................L..............35-38 UC Davis...............................................................L..............16-42 # - NCAA Playoffs at Elon College....................................................L..............16-20 * - at Jess Dow Field, S. Conn. Campus Morehead State................................................. W..............52-22 at Indianapolis.....................................................L..............24-30 at Saint Joseph’s (Ind.)...................................... W..............42-21 at South Florida...................................................L.............. 27-41 Jackson State......................................................L..............23-30
2003 (1-9) at Bloomsburg.....................................................L..............17-30 West Chester.......................................................L..............17-28 at Carson-Newman.............................................L................7-54 Indiana (Pa.)........................................................L ...............7-28 Glenville State.....................................................L..............42-43 at C.W. Post.........................................................L..............23-40 at Saint Joseph’s (Ind.)...................................... W..............44-24 at Fordham..........................................................L................ 7-41 at Central Washington........................................L................6-39 Tiffin.....................................................................L..............17-28
1989 (8-2) California (Pa.).................................................... W..............20-14 at Edinboro..........................................................L..............13-46 Towson State...................................................... W.................. 9-5 Central Connecticut........................................... W................35-6 Wofford College.................................................. W..............41-13 at American Internatinoal.................................. W..............34-27 at Southern Connecticut.................................... W..............35-14 at Springfield...................................................... W................20-0 Virgina Union...................................................... W..............62-25 at Bloomsburg.....................................................L..............16-21 1990 (7-3) California (Pa.).................................................... W..............54-19 at Clairon............................................................ W................ 21-7 at Virgina Union...................................................L..............26-63 at Central Connecticut....................................... W................33-7 at West Chester.................................................. W..............58-57 American International.......................................L..............16-20 Southern Connecticut........................................ W..............64-45 Springfield........................................................... W................20-7 Towson State...................................................... W..............55-27 at Shippensburg..................................................L..............34-59
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2001 (5-4) West Chester...................................................... W..............32-28 at Glenville State................................................ W................ 41-0 at North Dakota...................................................L..............10-42 Minnesota State..................................................L..............13-14 at Central Washington....................................... W..............23-17 1995 (10-1-1) at Villanova (IAA)................................................ W.............. 17-14 Bloomsburg........................................................ W..............27-20 Western Washington...........................................L..............21-24 Kutztown............................................................. W..............28-19 Saint Cloud State............................................... W..............42-19 at Indiana (Pa.)................................................... W..............20-19 at Northern Colorado..........................................L..............19-29 Abilene Christian................................................ W................33-7 at West Chester...................................................T..............36-36 2002 (4-6) at Virginia Union................................................. W................36-9 at West Chester.................................................. W..............28-19 at Southern Connecticut.................................... W................ 24-6 Carson-Newman..................................................L..............31-36 Knoxville............................................................. W................50-0 at Indiana (Pa.)....................................................L................6-42 Bowie State%...................................................... W................34-0 Central Washington.............................................L..............13-21 at American International.................................. W..............23-13 at Tiffin............................................................. W(ot)...........37-34 Edinboro#*......................................................... W..............27-12 C.W. Post..............................................................L................0-20 at Ferris State#...................................................L................ 17-9 University of Massachusetts-Lowell.................. W..............69-21 % - at Cuyler Field, Yale University at Western Washington...................................... W.............. 47-21 # - NCAA Playoffs at Saint Cloud State............................................L................ 7-51 * - at Jess Dow Field, S. Conn. Campus Northern Colorado..............................................L................ 7-18
2000 (5-5) at West Chester.................................................. W ................. 7-0 Clarion................................................................. W................ 37-7 at Indiana (Pa.)....................................................L................ 9-14 at Massachusetts................................................L..............29-39 at Elon..................................................................L..............41-45
From 2004 - 2008 the University of New Haven did not sponsor football as a varsity sport. 2009 (5-5, 4-4 Northeast-10) at Lincoln (Pa.)................................................... W..............33-10 at Assumption*...................................................L..............10-31 Bentley*...............................................................L..............18-25 Stonehill*........................................................... W..............23-16 at Southern Connecticut*..................................L..............26-54 American International*.................................... W..............28-25 at Merrimack*.....................................................L..............20-48 Pace*.................................................................. W..............49-27 at Saint Anselm*................................................ W..............47-43 Ohio Dominican...................................................L..............13-42 * - Northeast-10 Conference game 2010 (8-2, 6-2 Northeast-10) at Seton Hill (Pa.)............................................... W..............34-17 Lincoln (Pa.)........................................................ W................30-0 Assumption*.......................................................L..............28-45 at Bentley*......................................................... W..............28-23 at Stonehill*....................................................... W..............49-28 Southern Connecticut*...................................... W..............23-22 at American International*................................ W................ 13-0 Merrimack*........................................................ W..............27-25 at Pace*.............................................................. W..............58-19 Saint Anselm*.....................................................L..............26-35 * - Northeast-10 Conference game 2011 (11-2, 8-0 Northeast-10) West Chester...................................................... W..............35-32 Saint Augustine’s............................................... W..............50-14 at William and Mary............................................L..............10-13 at Assumption*.................................................. W................ 21-7 Stonehill*........................................................... W..............52-23 at Southern Connecticut*................................. W..............59-38 American International*.................................... W..............34-20 Bentley*.............................................................. W..............45-38 at Merrimack*.................................................... W..............44-35 Pace*.................................................................. W................63-6 at Saint Anselm*................................................ W..............59-17 Kutztown#........................................................... W..............44-37 at Winston-Salem State#....................................L................ 7-27 * - Northeast-10 Conference game # - NCAA Playoffs
2011 NATIONAL QUARTERFINALIST • FIVE NCAA APPEARANCES • TWO-TIME NE-10 CHAMPIONS
2012 OUTLOOK 2011 REVIEW HISTORY & RECORDS THE UNIVERSITY
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2012 PLAYERS
First Last Opponent Series Mtg Mtg Massachusetts...............UM, 1-0..........2000.......2000 Mass. Maritime..............tied, 4-4......... 1973.......1980 Merrimack......................UNH, 2-1........2009....... 2011 Millersville.......................MU, 5-3..........1982.......1999 Minnesota State.............MS, 1-0..........2001....... 2001 Monmouth (N.J.).............UNH, 1-0........ 1997....... 1997 Morehead State (Ky.).....UNH, 1-0........1999.......1999 N.Y. Tech.........................UNH, 1-0-1..... 1981.......1983 North Dakota..................UND, 1-0........2001....... 2001 Northern Colorado.........NC, 3-0........... 1997.......2002 Norwich...........................UNH, 4-2........1983.......1988 Nichols............................NSC, 6-2......... 1973.......1980 Ohio Dominican..............ODU, 1-0........2009.......2009 Pace................................UNH, 3-0........2009....... 2011 Plymouth State...............tied, 3-3-1...... 1974.......1980 Ramapo..........................RC, 2-0........... 1981.......1982 Robert Morris.................UNH, 1-0........1998.......1998 Saint Anselm..................UNH, 2-1........2009....... 2011 Saint Augustine’s...........UNH, 1-0........ 2011....... 2011 Saint Cloud State...........tied, 1-1.........2001.......2002 Saint Joseph’s (Ind.)......UNH, 4-0........ 1997.......2000 Seton Hill........................UNH, 1-0........ 2010....... 2010 Shepherd........................UNH, 2-0........1992.......1993 Shippensburg.................SU, 2-0...........1990....... 1991 Slippery Rock..................UNH, 3-0........1986....... 1997 South Florida..................USF, 1-0.........1999.......1999 Southern Connecticut....UNH, 15-6-1... 1981....... 2011 Springfield.......................UNH, 10-3...... 1981.......1993 Stonehill..........................UNH, 3-0........2009....... 2011 SUNY-Albany...................UNH, 1-0........1986.......1986 Tiffin ...............................UNH, 1-0........2002.......2002 Towson State..................UNH, 4-3........1984.......1990 Trenton State..................TSC, 1-0......... 1973....... 1973 Valdosta State................VSU, 1-0.........1994.......1994 Villanova.........................UNH, 1-0........2001....... 2001 Virginia Union.................UNH, 5-2........1989.......1996 Wagner............................WC, 1-0..........1982.......1982 West Chester..................UNH, 8-4-1.....1990....... 2011 Western Connecticut......WC, 4-3.......... 1973.......1980 Western Kentucky..........WK, 2-0.......... 1997.......1998 Western New Mexico......UNH, 1-0........1998.......1998 Western Washington .....tied, 1-1.........2001.......2002 William and Mary...........CWM, 1-0....... 2011....... 2011 Winston-Salem State.....WSS, 1-0........ 2011....... 2011 Wofford...........................tied, 1-1.........1989....... 1991 Youngstown State...........YSU, 1-0.........1998.......1998
2012 COACHES
First Last Opponent Series Mtg Mtg Abilene Christian............tied, 1-1.........1994.......1995 Albany State....................tied, 1-1......... 1981.......1984 American International..UNH, 11-6......1983....... 2011 Assumption.....................ASM, 2-1........2009....... 2011 Bentley............................UNH, 2-1........2009....... 2011 Bloomsburg....................UNH, 5-2........ 1987.......1999 Boston State...................BS, 5-2........... 1974.......1980 Bowie State.....................UNH, 3-0........1993.......1995 Bridgewater State...........BS, 4-2-1........ 1974.......1980 University at Buffalo.......UNH, 2-1........1992.......1996 California (Pa.)................UNH, 4-1........1985....... 1991 UC Davis..........................UNH, 2-1........ 1997.......1999 Carson-Newman.............UNH, 2-1........1992.......2002 Central Connecticut.......UNH, 7-3........1983.......1992 Central Florida................UNH, 1-0........1988.......1988 Central Washington........UNH, 2-1........2000.......2002 Charleston Southern......UNH, 1-0........1996.......1996 Clarion.............................UNH, 6-0........1990.......2000 Coast Guard....................UNH, 2-0........ 1981.......1982 Connecticut....................UNH, 1-0........1992.......1992 Curry................................CC, 5-3........... 1973.......1980 C.W. Post.........................CWP, 3-0........1983.......2002 University of D. C............UNH, 6-0........ 1981....... 1987 East Stroudsburg............UNH, 3-1........1986....... 1997 Edinboro..........................tied, 3-3......... 1981.......1995 Elizabeth City..................UNH, 2-0........1996....... 1997 Elon.................................EC, 2-0...........1999.......2000 Ferris State.....................tied, 1-1.........1992.......1995 Fordham..........................FRD, 1-0......... 1977....... 1977 Framingham State.........UNH, 4-3........ 1974.......1980 Gardner-Webb................GW, 1-0..........2000.......2000 Glenville State................UNH, 2-0........ 1997....... 2001 Hartford...........................HAR, 1-0......... 1973....... 1973 Indiana (Pa.)...................IUP, 4-3...........1993.......2002 Indianapolis....................UI, 1-0............1999.......1999 Jackson State (Mo.).......JSU, 2-0..........1999.......2000 Jacksonville State...........JSU, 1-0..........1992.......1992 Kean................................UNH, 2-0........ 1981.......1982 Knoxville.........................UNH, 2-0........1994.......1995 Kutztown.........................UNH, 3-0........1994....... 2011 Lafayette.........................UNH, 1-0........ 1997....... 1997 Liberty.............................LU, 1-0............1994.......1994 Lincoln (Pa.)....................UNH, 2-0........2009....... 2010 Lock Haven.....................LH, 2-0...........1982.......1983 UMass-Lowell.................UNH, 4-1........1980.......2002 Maine Maritime..............MM, 5-3......... 1973.......1980 Marist..............................MC, 1-0.......... 1973....... 1973
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Rushing
INDIVIDUAL RECORDS Kicking
Tackles
Most Rushes Game: 46, Victor Jones, at A.I.C., 2010 Season: 278, Roger Graham, 1994 Career: 821, Roger Graham, 1991-94
Most Conversions Game: 11, Peter Capuano vs. Va. Union, 1992 Season: 71, John O’Riordan, 1993 Career: 127, Pat Fitzpatrick, 1987-90
Primary Tackles Game: 19, Steve Cedor at Western Kentucky, 1998 Season: 78, Erik Lesinski, 1986 Career: 232, Erik Lesinski, 1984-87
Most Touchdowns Game: 5, Roger Graham vs. Buffalo, 1992 Season: 22, Roger Graham, 1992 Career: 66, Roger Graham, 1991-94
Most Punts Game: 11, Kevin McClurken vs. Indiana, Pa., 1996 11, John Thomas vs. Southern Conn., 1998 Season: 63, John Thomas, 1998 Career: 166, Kevin Kirsch, 1987-90
Assisted Tackles Game: 15, Miles McPherson,vs. Edinboro, 1981 Season: 58, John Alosky, 1983 58, Erik Lesinski, 1987 Career: 180, Erik Lesinski, 1984-87
Yards Gained Game: 501, Rob D’Innocenzio at W. Wash., 2002 Season: 3,336, Ryan Osiecki, 2011 Career: 8,022, Ryan Osiecki, 2009-11
Most Punt Yards Game: 424, John Thomas vs. Southern Conn., 1998 Season: 2,531, John Thomas, 1998 Career: 5,723, Kevin Kirsch, 1987-90
Most Attempts Game: 70, Mike Horton vs. A.I.C., 1986 Season: 411, Ryan Osiecki, 2009 Career: 1,003, Mike Horton, 1985-88
Scoring
Sacks Game: 5, Matt Perkowski vs. Springfield, 1982 Season: 12, Tom Herd, 2011 12, Ron Brown, 1984 Career: 30.5, Dwayne Brown, 1998-01
Yards Gained Game: 304, Roger Graham vs. A.I.C., 1994 Season: 1,717, Roger Graham, 1992 Career: 5,953, Roger Graham, 1991-94
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Passing
Most Completions Game: 37, Ryan Osiecki at So. Conn., 2009 37, Mike Horton vs. A.I.C., 1986 Season: 254, Ryan Osiecki, 2009 Career: 633, Ryan Osiecki, 2009-11 Most Interceptions Game: 4, Mike Horton vs. Towson State, 1986 4, Paul Kelly vs. Millersville, 1983 4, Matt Ready vs. Southern Conn., 1981 Season: 20, Matt Ready, 1981 Career: 54, Paul Kelly, 1982-85 Consecutive Passes Without An Interception Season: 280, Jesse Showerda, 1996 Most Touchdowns Game: 7, Jesse Showerda vs. E. Stroudsburg, 1996 Season: 36, Ryan Osiecki, 2011 Career: 75, Ryan Oseicki, 2009-11
HISTORY & RECORDS
Receiving
Most Receptions Game: 14, Tony Willis vs. So. Conn., 1991 14, Mike Clark at West Chester, 1997 Season: 76, Tyrone Seabrooks, 1996 Career: 194, Tony Willis, 1990-93 Most Yards Game: 286, Matt Marcks, at W. Wash., 2002 Season: 1,121, Pierre Fils, 1990 Career: 3,360, Tony Willis, 1990-93
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Total Offense
Most Yards Gained Game: 461, Ryan Osiecki vs. Kutztown, 2011 Season: 3,368, Ryan Osiecki, 2011 Career: 8,153, Ryan Osiecki, 2009-11
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Most Field Goals Game: 4, Pete Dodosh vs. West Chester, 2001 Season: 14, Chris Scifo, 2011 (17 attempts) Career: 25, Chris Scifo, 2010-11
Most Points Game: 30, Mike DeCaro at Merrimack, 2011 30, Tyrone Seabrooks vs. E. Stroudsburg, 1996 30, Max Joyner-Brown vs. Knoxville, 1994 30, Roger Graham vs. Buffalo, 1992 Season: 138, Roger Graham, 1993 Career: 424, Roger Graham, 1991-94 Most Offensive Touchdowns Game: 5, Mike DeCaro at Merrimack, 2011 5, Tyrone Seabrooks vs. E. Stroudsburg, 1996 5, Max Joyner-Brown vs. Knoxville, 1994 5, Roger Graham vs. Buffalo, 1992 Season: 22, Roger Graham, 1992 Career: 70, Roger Graham, 1991-94 Most Defensive Touchdowns Game: 2, Bruce Barrett, (four times) 2, George Porcha, Richie Scott, Mark Giordani, Gerry Kopazna, Troy Appling, Lidz Eugene (one time each) Season: 3, Troy Appling, 1997
Kick Returns
Most Kickoff Returns Game: 8, Bob Mogum vs. Fordham, 1977 Season: 33, Mike DeCaro, 2011 Career: 50, Pierre Fils, 1987-90 Most Kickoff Return Yardage Game: 171, Ketric Barnes, vs. South Florida, 1999 Season: 829, Mike DeCaro, 2011 Career: 1,304, Ketric Barnes, 1998-2000 Most Punt Returns Game: 8, Ron Conyers vs. Norwich, 1986 Season: 194, Ron Conyers, 1984 Career: 382, Ron Conyers, 1984-87
Most Total Tackles Game: 27, Mike Forte vs. Abilene Christian, 1994 Season: 134, Erik Lesinski, 1987 Career: 416, Erik Lesinski, 1984-87
Defensive Turnovers
Fumble Recoveries Game: 2, Tom Herd at So. Conn. St., 2011 2, Mike Gomes at Amer. Int’l, 2010 2, Idris Price vs. Central Washington, 2000 2, Jaime Scotland vs. Kean, 1981 2, Lidz Eugene vs. Millersville, 1998 Season: 6, Tom Collett, 1989 Career: 11, Rick Racioppi, 1981-84 Most Interceptions Game: 4, Miles McPherson vs. Framingham St., 1980 Season: 7, Desmond Anderson, 2010 7, Troy Appling, 1996 7, Jeff Giordani, 1981 7, Miles McPherson, 1979 & 1980 Career: 22, Miles McPherson, 1978-81 Most Interception Return Yards Game: 119, Desmond Anderson at Seton Hill, 2010 Season: 150, Dennis Burney, 1997 Career: 367, Miles McPherson, 1978-81
Longest Plays From Scrimmage
Run 92 yds. Dawud Hanif vs. Central Washington, 2000 Pass 99 yds. Ken Suhl to Tony Willis vs. Ferris State, 1992 (NCAA Playoffs) Field Goal 52 yds. Gene Adair vs. American Int’l, 1994 Punt 75 yds. John Cerra vs. Southern Conn., 1996 Kickoff Return 95 yds. Ron Conyers vs. A.I.C., 1984 Ketric Barnes vs. South Florida, 1999 Ketric Barnes vs. Jackson State, 1999 Punt Return 95 yds. Jeff Giordani vs. Coast Guard, 1982 Interception Return 100 yds. Brian Oliver vs. Bloomsburg, 1996
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Most Yards Game: 578 vs. Virginia Union, 1992 Season: 3,397, 1992
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TEAM RECORDS
Most Rushes Game: 62 vs. AIC, 1992 Season: 498, 1982
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Most First Downs Game: 19 at Stonehill, 2010 Season: 182, 1996
Passing
Yards Gained Game: 501 Western Washington, 2002 Season: 3,689, 2011
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Most Completions Game: 37 vs. A.I.C., 1986 37 at Southern Conn., 2009 Season: 256, 2009 Most First Downs Game: 23 vs Buffalo, 1996 Season: 182, 1996
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Most Interceptions Thrown Game: 5 vs. Gardner-Webb, 2000 5 vs. Mass. Maritime, 1977 Season: 23, 1981
Total Offense
Most Yards Gained Game: 880 vs. Virginia Union, 1992 Season: 5,877, 1992 Most Conversions Game: 11 vs. Virgina Union, 1992 Season: 71, 1993 Most Punts Game: 11 vs. Southern Conn., 1996 11 vs. Indiana, Pa., 1996 11 vs. Southern Conn., 1998 Season: 73, 1982
Points
Fewest Yards Rushing Per Game Season: 78.6, 2001 (9 games) Fewest Punt Return Yards Allowed Season: 23, 1978, (11 games) Most Interceptions Season: 21, 1978 (11 games)
Most Points For Game: 80 vs. Virginia Union, 1992 Season: 547, 1993
Least Points Against Season: 98, 1997 (Regular season, 10 games) 129, 1995 (Regular season, 10 games)
Defense
Last Shutout 2010, American International (13-0)
Fewest Points Allowed Season: 88, 1978 (11 games)
Fewest Rushing Touchdowns Allowed Season: 0, 1978 (11 games) Fewest Rushing Yards Allowed Season: 707, 2001 (9 games)
Last Consecutive Shutouts 1997, Elizabeth City, Lafayette
Offensive lineman Harry Boatswain was an Associated Press All-American and earned both All-New England and All-ECAC honors for the Chargers. He was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in the fifth round of the NFL draft in 1991.
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Fewest Touchdowns Allowed Season: 11, 1978 (11 games)
HISTORY & RECORDS
Most Yards Game: 424, vs. Southern Conn., 1998 Season: 2,531, 1998
John Cerra (above) booted a 75-yard punt vs. Southern Connecticut in 1996. He still holds the UNH record for the longest punt.
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Most Passing Yardage - Season (2,000+) 1) Ryan Osiecki................... 3336........... 2011 2) Jay McLucas.................... 3114............ 1990 3) Ryan Osiecki................... 2825........... 2009 4) Jesse Showerda.............. 2625........... 1996 5) Jason Barnett.................. 2614............ 1999 6) Mike Horton.................... 2607............ 1986 7) Jim Weir........................... 2336........... 1993 Ken Suhl.......................... 2336........... 1992 9) Cazzie Kosciolek............. 2327............ 1997 10) Jim Weir........................... 2313............ 1994 11) Mike Horton.................... 2268........... 1988 12) Rob D’Innocenzio............ 2180............ 2002 13) Matt Ready...................... 2164............ 1981 14) Jesse Showerda.............. 2098........... 1995 15) Jason Barnett.................. 2096........... 2000 Most Passing Touchdowns - Season 1) Ryan Osiecki................... 36................ 2011 2) Jesse Showerda.............. 31................ 1996 Jim Weir........................... 31................ 1993 4) Jason Barnett.................. 28................ 2000 5) Ken Suhl.......................... 26................ 1992 6) Jason Barnett.................. 25................ 1999 7) Jay McLucas.................... 23................ 1990 Cazzie Kosciolek............. 23................ 1997 Ryan Osiecki................... 23................ 2009 10) Jesse Showerda.............. 22................ 1995 Most Pass Completions - Season 1) Ryan Osiecki................... 254.............. 2009 2) Ryan Osiecki................... 224.............. 2011 3) Jay McLucas.................... 209.............. 1990 4) Mike Horton.................... 200.............. 1986 5) Jesse Showerda.............. 195.............. 1995 6) Rob D’Innocenzio............ 193.............. 2002 7) Jesse Showerda.............. 180.............. 1996 8) Jim Weir........................... 169.............. 1994 9) Mike Horton.................... 168.............. 1988 10) Jason Barnett.................. 167.............. 1999
Most Receptions - Season 1) Tyrone Seabrooks........... 76................ 1996 2) Sharieff Hall.................... 73................ 2009 3) Tony Willis........................ 71................ 1993 4) Matt Marcks.................... 66................ 2002 5) Pierre Fils........................ 63................ 1990 6) Greg Ortman................... 62................ 1986 Elvert Eden...................... 62................ 1999 8) Bobby Barnette............... 59................ 1995 Tony Willis........................ 59................ 1991 10) Adam Roman.................. 53................ 1997
Most Rushing Yards - Season 1) Roger Graham................. 1717............ 1992 2) Roger Graham................. 1687............ 1993 3) Roger Graham................. 1607............ 1994 4) Don Highsmith................ 1026........... 1997 5) Victor Jones..................... 1021............ 2010 6) Roger Graham................. 942.............. 1991 7) Corey Jones..................... 892.............. 1999 8) A.J. Livingston................. 867.............. 1993 9) Corey Jones..................... 857.............. 1998 10) Don Highsmith................ 851.............. 1996
Most Receiving Yards - Season 1) Pierre Fils........................ 1121............ 1990 2) Tyrone Seabrooks........... 1113............ 1996 3) Tony Willis........................ 1074............ 1993 4) Jason Thompson............. 1046........... 2011 5) Tony Willis........................ 1030........... 1992 6) Elvert Eden...................... 1006........... 1999 7) Tony Willis........................ 986.............. 1991 8) Matt Marcks.................... 919.............. 2002 9) Sharieff Hall.................... 809.............. 2009 10) Ketric Barnes.................. 801.............. 1999
Most Rushing Touchdowns - Season 1) Roger Graham................. 22................ 1992 2) Roger Graham................. 19................ 1993 3) Roger Graham................. 17................ 1994 A.J. Livingston................. 17................ 1992 5) A.J. Livingston................. 16................ 1990 6) Ron Conyers.................... 14................ 1987 7) A.J. Livingston................. 13................ 1993 Charlie Hill....................... 13................ 1989 Don Highsmith................ 13................ 1997 10) Victor Jones..................... 11................ 2010
Most Receiving Touchdowns - Season 1) Tyrone Seabrooks........... 16................ 1996 2) Jason Thompson............. 14................ 2011 3) Tony Willis........................ 12................ 1991 4) Tony Willis........................ 11................ 1993 5) Pierre Fils ....................... 11................ 1990 6) Tony Willis........................ 10................ 1992 Joe Davis......................... 10................ 1994 8) Brian Barrett................... 8.................. 1981 Adam Roman.................. 8.................. 1998 Elvert Eden...................... 8.................. 2000 Matt Marcks.................... 8.................. 2000 Sharieff Hall.................... 8.................. 2009
Most Points - Season (non kickers) 1) Roger Graham................. 138.............. 1993 2) Roger Graham................. 132.............. 1992 3) A.J. Livingston................. 114.............. 1992 4) Roger Graham................. 106.............. 1994 5) A.J. Livingston................. 102.............. 1990 6) Tyrone Seabrooks........... 98................ 1996 7) Charlie Hill....................... 90................ 1989 Ron Conyers.................... 90................ 1987 Don Highsmith................ 90................ 1997 10) Jason Thompson............. 86................ 2011
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Senior Jason Thompson enjoyed a breakout year in 2011. He etched his name three places in the single-season record book with 14 touchdowns and 1,046 yards off just 43 receptions. Thompson averaged over 80 yards receiving per game and nearly 25-yards per catch.
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Most Points - Career 1) Roger Graham..............424........... 1991-94 2) A.J. Livingston..............318........... 1990-93 3) Tony Willis.....................228........... 1990-93 4) Chris Scifo................175.......... 2010-11 5) Pat Fitzpatrick..............169........... 1987-90 6) Ron Conyers.................150........... 1984-87 7) John Raba....................146........... 1989-92 8) Matt Marcks.................138........... 1999-02 9) Elvert Eden...................132........... 1997-00 10) Pierre Fils.....................126........... 1987-90
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Senior quarterback Ryan Osiecki became New Haven’s all-time passing leader in all three passing categories during the 2011 season. He now boasts over 8,000 passing yards, 75 passing touchdowns and over 600 completions. His numbers rank him as one of the most decorated UNH student-athletes.
HISTORY & RECORDS
Most Receiving Touchdowns - Career 1) Tony Willis.....................38.............. 1990-93 2) Matt Marcks.................23.............. 1999-02 3) Elvert Eden...................22.............. 1997-00 4) Jason Thompson.......20............ 2010-11 Tyrone Seabrooks........20.............. 1995-96 6) Pierre Fils.....................19.............. 1987-90 7) Joe Davis......................18.............. 1991-94 8) Ralph Pacifico..............15.............. 1981-84 9) Max Joyner-Brown........14.............. 1991-94 Greg Ortman................14.............. 1983-86 Brian Barrett................14.............. 1980-82 Ketric Barnes...............14.............. 1998-00 Sharieff Hall.................14.............. 2009-10
Most Rushing Touchdowns - Career 1) Roger Graham..............66.............. 1991-94 2) A.J. Livingston..............50.............. 1990-93 3) Ron Conyers.................22.............. 1984-87 4) Don Highsmith.............16.............. 1995-97 Corey Jones..................16.............. 1996-99 Victor Jones..............16............ 2009-11 7) Charlie Hill....................15.............. 1985-89 8) Mike DeCaro.............14............ 2009-11 9) Dawud Hanif................13.............. 1999-02 10) Bill Gambardella..........12.............. 1982-85
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Most Receptions - Career 1) Tony Willis.....................194........... 1990-93 2) Elvert Eden...................163........... 1997-00 3) Matt Marcks.................138........... 1999-02 4) Bruce Barrett................133........... 1980-82 5) Greg Ortman................129........... 1983-86 6) Pierre Fils.....................127........... 1987-90 7) Ralph Pacifico..............113........... 1981-84 8) Dan Schwab.................111........... 1987-90 9) Bob Wietecha...............109........... 1985-88 10) John Raba....................105........... 1989-92 11) Bobby Barnette............104........... 1992-95
2012 OUTLOOK
Most Pass Completions - Career 1) Ryan Osiecki.............633.......... 2009-11 2) Mike Horton.................509........... 1985-88 3) Jason Barnett...............468........... 1998-00 4) Jesse Showerda...........402........... 1993-96 5) Jay McLucas.................378........... 1987-90 6) Paul Kelly......................344........... 1982-85 7) Jim Weir........................330........... 1993-94 8) Ken Suhl.......................302........... 1989-92 9) Rob D’Innocenzio.........289........... 2000-02 10) Matt Ready...................171............ 1981-83
Most Rushing Yards - Career (1,000+) 1) Roger Graham..............5953......... 1991-94 2) A.J. Livingston..............2904......... 1990-93 3) Corey Jones..................2335......... 1996-99 4) Dawud Hanif................2129......... 1999-02 5) Don Highsmith.............1948......... 1995-97 6) Bill Gambardella..........1840......... 1982-85 7) Victor Jones..............1328........ 2009-11 8) John Raba....................1279......... 1989-92 9) Mike DeCaro.............1250........ 2009-11 10) Keith McCoy.................1210......... 1986-89 11) Tony Major....................1067......... 1978-80
2012 PLAYERS
Most Passing Touchdowns - Career 1) Ryan Osiecki.............75............ 2009-11 2) Jason Barnett...............71.............. 1998-00 3) Jesse Showerda...........57.............. 1993-96 4) Jim Weir........................48.............. 1993-94 Ken Suhl.......................48.............. 1989-92 6) Mike Horton.................43.............. 1985-88 7) Jay McLucas.................37.............. 1987-90 8) Paul Kelly......................29.............. 1982-85 9) Rob D’Innocenzio.........27.............. 2000-02 10) Cazzie Kosciolek..........23.................... 1997
Most Receiving Yards - Career (1,000+) 1) Tony Willis.....................3360......... 1990-93 2) Elvert Eden...................2455......... 1997-00 3) Bruce Barrett................2279......... 1980-82 4) Pierre Fils.....................2218......... 1987-90 5) Matt Marcks.................2182......... 1999-02 6) Ralph Pacifico..............2001......... 1981-84 7) Dan Schwab.................1815......... 1987-90 8) Greg Ortman................1670......... 1983-86 9) Jason Thompson.......1630........ 2009-11 10) Ketric Barnes...............1542......... 1998-00 11) Demetrius Washington-Ellison.1488........ 2009-11 12) Tyrone Seabrooks........1470......... 1995-96 13) Bob Wietecha...............1446......... 1985-88 14) Anton Upadale.............1313......... 1985-87 15) Sharieff Hall.................1274......... 2009-10 16) Max Joyner-Brown........1271......... 1991-94 17) Adam Roman...............1266......... 1997-98 18) Joe Davis......................1265......... 1991-94 19) Bobby Barnette............1185......... 1992-95 20) Chris Ruffin...............1162........ 2009-11
2012 COACHES
Most Passing Yardage - Career 1) Ryan Osiecki.............8022........ 2009-11 2) Mike Horton.................6836......... 1985-88 3) Jason Barnett...............6584......... 1998-00 4) Jay McLucas.................5194......... 1987-90 5) Jesse Showerda...........5175......... 1993-96 6) Paul Kelly......................4732......... 1982-85 7) Jim Weir........................4649......... 1993-94 8) Ken Suhl.......................4355......... 1989-92 9) Rob D’Innocenzio.........3605......... 2000-02 10) Matt Ready...................2422......... 1981-83
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Harlon Hill Trophy
Honoring the Nation’s Best Player Roger Graham
University of New Haven Running Back 1993 Harlon Hill Trophy Winner
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2012 OUTLOOK
The Harlon Hill Trophy is an award that is given annually to the player selected as the best in Division II by the sports information directors at the 120-plus Division II schools which play football, and is presented during the week of the Division II championship game. The award is named for former Florence State (now Univ. of North Alabama) receiving great Harlon Hill.
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In 1993, UNH’s Roger Graham was named the winner of the Harlon Hill Trophy after guiding the team after winning the Division II scoring title with 13.6 points per game and second nationally with 168.7 yards rushing per game that season. He was second nationally in all-purpose yards with 231.9 per game and seventh in kickoff return average with 30.4 yards per kickoff return. He was a two-time New England Gold Helmet winner and earned two ECAC Player of the Week honors. He rushed for over 100 yards in all 10 games including two, 200-yard games. UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAVEN HARLON HILL FINALISTS
Name Position Year Finish Ken Suhl.......................QB.............1992............... Fourth Roger Graham............ RB............ 1993..................First Roger Graham..............RB.............1994..............Second Jesse Showerda...........QB.............1996............... Fourth Cazzie Kosciolek..........QB.............1997..................Third HARLON HILL ALL-TIME WINNERS Player Year School Jeff Bentrim...........1986..... N. Dakota State Johnny Bailey.........1987.... Texas A&M-Kng. Johnny Bailey.........1988.... Texas A&M-Kng. Johnny Bailey.........1989.... Texas A&M-Kng. Chris Simdorn........1990..... N. Dakota State Ronnie West..........1991.... Pittsburgh State Ronald Moore........1992.... Pittsburgh State Roger Graham.... 1993.......... New Haven Chris Hatcher.........1994....... Valdosta State
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Player Year School Ronald McKinnon.. 1995...... North Alabama Jarrett Anderson....1996......... Truman State Irvin Sigler..............1997........... Bloomsburg Brian Shay.............1998........Emporia State Corte McGuffey.....1999..........No. Colorado Dusty Bonner.........2000....... Valdosta State Dusty Bonner.........2001....... Valdosta State Curt Anes...............2002.Grand Valley State Will Hall..................2003...... North Alabama
Player Year School Chad Friehauf........2004..... Colorado Mines Jimmy Terwilliger...2005...East Stroudsburg Danny Woodhead.. 2006....... Chadron State Danny Woodhead.. 2007....... Chadron State Bernard Scott........2008... Abilene Christian Joique Bell.............2009.. Wayne St. (Mich.) Eric Czerniewski....2010.... Central Missouri Jonas Randolph.....2011.................Mars Hill
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HARLON HILL TROPHY Roger Graham, 1993
ALL-AMERICANS
2002 Phil Bogle, OL AFCA First Team Don Hansen Football Gazette D2Football.com Associated Press
2000 Steve Cedor, LB Don Hansen Football Gazette American Football Coaches Association/DII.com
1998 Craig Capone, OL Don Hansen Football Gazette
1996 Jesse Showerda, QB American Football Coaches Association
1994 Roger Graham, RB American Football Coaches Association AP Small College Division II SID Football Gazette
1987 Erik Lesinski, LB Kodak 1985 Dave Haubner, OL Kodak & Small College Team
1993 Roger Graham, RB (Player of the Year) George Byrd, DB Bill Covert, LB Tom Dempsey, OL Roger Graham, RB Chris Lunz, DL Tony Willis, WR
1981 Miles McPherson, DB CoSIDA
1992 Ken Suhl, QB (Player of the Year) Scott Emmert, OL Roger Graham, RB Tony Willis, WR
ALL-ECAC
1991 Tony Willis, WR
2001 Phil Bogle, OL Idris Price, LB
2000 Ketric Barnes, WR Jason Barnett, QB Dwayne Brown, DE Steve Cedor, LB Mike Summers, LB 1999 Troy Appling, DB Ketric Barnes, RS Elvert Eden, WR Dwayne Brown, DE 1998 Craig Capone, OL Marshall Maxwell, DL Billy Arline, LB Steve Cedor, LB Troy Appling, DB John Thomas, P
1990 Jay McLucas, QB Harry Boatswain, OL Pierre Fils, WR Leo Pinkston, DL 1988 Bob Wietecha, WR 1987 Walt Oko, DB Erik Lesinski, LB John Coury, DL Rob Thompson, OL 1986 Erik Lesinski, LB 1985 Dave Haubner, OL 1984 Dave Haubner, OL
1997 Cazzie Kosciolek, QB Adam Roman, WR Mario DiDino, OL Mike Johnstone, OL Shane McNeeley, LB Lidz Eugene, LB Troy Appling, LB
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1995 Scott Riggs, LB American Football Coaches Association
1988 Rob Thompson, OL Kodak
1994 Roger Graham, RB (Player of the Year) Gene Adair, K George Porcha, DB Scott Riggs, LB Frank Sheehan, OL
HISTORY & RECORDS
1997 Mario DiDino, OL American Football Coaches Association AP Small College Daktronics, Inc./Sports Information Directors Cazzie Kosciolek, QB AP Small College
1990 Jay McLucas, QB Kodak & AP Small College Team Harry Boatswain, OL AP Small College Team Pierre Fils, WR AP Small College Team
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1999 Troy Appling, DB Don Hansen Football Gazette
1995 Michael Brown, DB Ron DeVincenzo, OL Scott Riggs, LB
2012 OUTLOOK
2001 Idris Price, LB (Second Team) Dwayne Brown, DL (Third Team) Phil Bogle, OL (Honorable Mention) Don Hansen Football Gazette American Football Coaches Association/DII.com
1992 Scott Emmert, OL Kodak & AP Small College Team Roger Graham, RB AP Small College Team
2012 PLAYERS
2010 Desmon Anderson, DB Don Hansen Football Gazette Honorable Mention
1996 Jesse Showerda, QB (Player of the Year) Troy Appling, DB Christian Czwallina, DL Mario DiDino, OL Shane McNeeley, LB Brian Oliver, DB Tyrone Seabrooks, WR
2012 COACHES
2011 Ryan Osiecki, QB D2Football.com Honorable Mention Don Hansen Football Gazette Honorable Mention Kameel Lashley, TE Don Hansen Football Gazette Second Team David Stedman, OG Don Hansen Football Gazette Second Team Charlie Hatchett, LB Don Hansen Football Gazette Second Team Desmond Anderson, CB Don Hansen Football Gazette Honorable Mention Tom Herd, DE Don Hansen Football Gazette Honorable Mention Jason Thompson, WR Don Hansen Football Gazette Honorable Mention
1993 Roger Graham, RB AP Small College Team Division II SID Football Gazette James Weir, QB AP Small College Team George Byrd, DB Kodak & AP Small College Team
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ALL-TIME AWARD WINNERS SPORTS ILLUSTRATED SMALL COLLEGE PLAYER OF THE WEEK 1992 Roger Graham vs. Buffalo 1990 Jay McLucas vs. West Chester NEW ENGLAND GOLD HELMET WEEKLY AWARDS 2011 Ryan Osiecki (season winner) 2002 Rob D’Innocenzio vs. Carson-Newman 1999 Jason Barnett vs. Millersville 1997 Cazzie Kosciolek vs. SCSU Cazzie Kosciolek vs. Glenville St. Troy Appling vs. Lafayette 1996 Jesse Showerda (season winner) 1994 Roger Graham (season winner) Roger Graham vs. A.I.C. 1993 Roger Graham (season winner) Roger Graham vs. Buffalo Roger Graham vs. Clarion 1992 Ken Suhl (season winner) Ken Suhl vs. Virginia Union Ken Suhl vs. West Chester 1991 Roger Graham vs. Shippensburg 1990 Jay McLucas vs. West Chester 1986 Anton Updale vs. Central Conn. NCAA INDIVIDUAL STATISTICAL CHAMPIONS 2010 Desmond Anderson, Interceptions (.78 int./gm) 1996 Jesse Showerda, Passing Eff. (165.6 rating) 1993 Roger Graham, Scoring (13.8 pts./gm) James Weir, Passing Efficiency (172.0) 1992 Roger Graham, Rushing (171.1 yds./gm). 1988 Pierre Fils, Kickoff Returns (31.5 yds./ret.) NCAA TEAM STATISTICAL CHAMPIONS 1997 Scoring Offense (43.3 ppg) 1993 Scoring Offense (54.7ppg) 1992 Scoring Offense (50.5 ppg) Total Offense (587.7 ypg) 1990 Passing Offense (335.4 ypg)
ALL-NORTHEAST-10 CONFERENCE
2011 First Team Ryan Osiecki...................................................QB .............................(Offensive Player of the Year) David Stedman............................................... OL ........................ (Offensive Lineman of the Year) Jason Thompson........................................... WR Kameel Lashley...............................................TE Raheem Stanley............................................. DL Tom Herd........................................................ DE Mike Gomes....................................................LB Charlie Hatchett..............................................LB Bernard Risco....................................................S Desmond Anderson....................................... CB Second Team Mike DeCaro........................................................ RB Lance Chapman...................................................OL James Malloy........................................................OL Zach Conklin.........................................................OL Chris Scifo.............................................................PK Scott Schultz.........................................................DL Rob hill...................................................................DE 2010 First Team Victor Jones.................................................... RB James Malloy.................................................. OL David Stedman............................................... OL Chris Scifo....................................................... PK Scott Schultz................................................... DL Charlie Hatchett..............................................LB Desmond Anderson....................................... CB Second Team Demetrius Washington-Ellison....................... WR Lance Chapman............................................. OL Zach Conklin................................................... OL Rob Hill............................................................ DL Ahmet Basci................................................... DL Rookie Team Mike DeCaro................................................... RB Chris Scifo....................................................... PK Scott Schultz................................................... DL 2009 Second Team Ryan Osiecki...................................................QB Sharieff Hall............................................ WR, KR Zach Conklin................................................... OL Raheem Stanley............................................. DL Mike Gomes...................................................DB Rookie Team Ryan Osiecki...................................................QB Sharieff Hall............................................ WR, KR Zach Conklin................................................... OL Raheem Stanley............................................. DL Mike Gomes...................................................DB Demetrius Washington-Ellison....................... WR
INDEPENDENT FOOTBALL ALLIANCE 2002 Phil Bogle........................................................ OL Matt Marcks.................................................. WR Kevin Nelson.................................................. RB Matt Malone................................................... DL Alston Sajery....................................................LB Jamar Williams...............................................DB
ALL-NEW ENGLAND 2011 Ryan Osiecki...................................................QB Bernard Risco....................................................S David Stedman............................................... OL 2010 Desmond Anderson....................................... CB Victor Jones.................................................... RB David Stedman............................................... OL 2001 Phil Bogle........................................................ OL 2000 Steve Cedor.....................................................LB ............................................. (Player of the Year) Ketric Barnes................................................. WR
Jason Barnett.................................................QB Dwayne Brown................................................ DE 1999 Troy Appling.....................................................DB Steve Cedor.....................................................LB John Thomas.....................................................P 1998 Steve Cedor.....................................................LB John Thomas.....................................................P
1997 Cazzie Kosciolek............................................QB Mario DiDino................................................... OL John Cerra........................................................ K Shane McNeeley.............................................LB 1996 Jesse Showerda.............................................QB Tyrone Seabrooks.......................................... WR Shane McNeeley.............................................LB Brian Oliver.....................................................DB 1995 Bobby Barnette.............................................. WR Ron DeVincenzo............................................. OL Gene Adair........................................................ K Scott Riggs.......................................................LB Mike Brown.....................................................DB 1994 Roger Graham................................................ RB Frank Sheehan............................................... OL Gene Adair........................................................ K Scott Riggs.......................................................LB George Porcha................................................DB 1993 Jame Weir.......................................................QB Roger Graham................................................ RB Tony Willis...................................................... WR Tom Dempsey................................................. OL Chris Lunz....................................................... DL Bill Covert........................................................LB George Byrd....................................................DB 1992 First Team Ken Suhl.........................................................QB ............................................. (Player of the Year) Roger Graham................................................ RB Dave Carlon.....................................................TE Tony Willis...................................................... WR Scott Emmert................................................. OL Brian Houston................................................ OL Peter Capuano................................................ PK Chris Lunz........................................................LB Tory White.......................................................DB George Byrd....................................................DB Scott Smith........................................................P Second Team John Raba....................................................... RB Frank Sheehan............................................... OL Peter Indresano.............................................. OL Mike Barbara.................................................. DL Bill Covert........................................................LB 1991 First Team John Raba....................................................... RB Tony Willis...................................................... WR Scott Emmert................................................. OL Tory White.......................................................DB Scott Smith........................................................P Second Team Roger Graham................................................ RB ............................................(Rookie of the Year) Dave Carlon.....................................................TE Stefan Soulieres............................................. DL Brad Pyne........................................................LB Ken Colby........................................................DB
Second Team Dave Carlon.....................................................TE Dan Schwab.................................................. WR Brian Houston................................................ OL Scott Emmert................................................. OL Liam McKiernan............................................. DL Tory White.......................................................DB 1989 First Team Todd Burks......................................................DB ............................................(Rookie of the Year) Pierre Fils....................................................... WR Dan Schwab.................................................. WR Harry Boatswain............................................. OL Jay McLucas...................................................QB Charlie Hill...................................................... RB Leo Pinkston................................................... DL Marvin Tomlin.................................................DB Second Team David Loane.......................................................C Brian Houston................................................ OL Keith McCoy......................................................... Keith Dudzinski.............................................. DL Tom Collett...................................................... DL Tyrone Barnett.................................................LB Keith Stamp.....................................................LB Jason Pringle..................................................DB Kevin Kirsch.......................................................P 1988 First Team Rob Thompson............................................... OL Jeff Emery........................................................TE Weaver Williams............................................. RB Tom Collett...................................................... DL Keith Dudzinski...............................................LB Tyrone Barnett.................................................LB Walt Oko..........................................................DB Second Team David Loane.......................................................C Issac Kelley..................................................... OL Dan Schwab.................................................. WR Bob Wietecha................................................ WR Mike Horton....................................................QB Keith McCoy.................................................... RB Kurt Carney..................................................... DL Jason Pringle..................................................DB 1987 Mike Horton....................................................QB ............................................. (Player of the Year) Erik Lesinski....................................................LB ............................................. (Player of the Year) Rob Thompson............................................... OL Ron Conyers................................................... WR Anton Updale................................................. WR Mike Murphy....................................................LB Walt Oko..........................................................DB 1986 Mike Horton....................................................QB ............................................. (Player of the Year) Greg Ortman.................................................. WR John Coury...................................................... DL Erik Lesinski....................................................LB Ron Conyers....................................................DB 1985 Bill Gambardella............................................. RB Dave Haubner................................................OG Ron Brown...................................................... DL 1984 Dave Haubner................................................OG Ralph Pacifico................................................ WR Paul Kelly........................................................QB 1983 Ralph Pacifico................................................ WR Rick Racioppi...................................................LB
1990 First Team Jay McLucas...................................................QB ............................................. (Player of the Year) A.J. Livingston................................................. RB ............................................(Rookie of the Year) Pierre Fils....................................................... WR Harry Boatswain............................................. OL Leo Pinkston................................................... DL Keith Stamp.....................................................LB Kevin Kirsch.......................................................P
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December 5, 1992 -Jacksonville St. 46, New Haven 35 New Haven lost in the semifinals to eventual national chamNovember 21, 1992 - New Haven 38, West Chester 26 pion Jacksonville State. Jacksonville State grabbed a 21-0 lead In its first ever NCAA playoff game, New Haven defeated host West Chester to advance to the national quarterfinals. The Char- in the second quarter highlighted by an 82-yard punt return gers opened the scoring with two first quarter touchdown passes and a 90-yard TD reception by Danny Lee. UNH battled back to from Ken Suhl. New Haven took control of the game with two TDs make the score 21-14 at halftime as Max Joyner-Brown caught a in the third quarter, raising its lead to 32-14, before West Chester 13-yard scoring strike and Roger Graham ran 11 yards for a TD. New Haven tied the game early in the fourth quarter on Joynercame right back with two TDs of its own to make the score 3226. New Haven ended any comeback thoughts when Roger Gra- Brown’s second TD catch. Lee regained the lead for Jacksonville State but the extra point failed. Graham ran nine yards for his ham broke through for a 45-yard TD run. Graham finished with second TD and the extra point split the uprights, giving UNH its 222 yards and one TD while Suhl completed 19 of 27 passes for 350 yards and three TDs. Tony Willis caught eight passes for first lead of the game, 35-34. Lee ran 39 yards for his fourth TD 130 yards while Max Joyner-Brown had four catches for 95 yards of the game, putting Jax State ahead 41-35. New Haven reached inside the JSU 35-yard line before being stopped on a fourth and and two TDs. one. Suhl was 23 of 36 for 248 yards and three TDs while Graham gained 191 yards and scored two TDs. Willis secured his November 28, 1992 - New Haven 35, Ferris State 13 third straight 100-yard game, catching 11 passes for 110 yards New Haven used a 21-point third quarter to take control en route to a 35-13 victory over Ferris State. New Haven opened the and a TD. scoring when Roger Graham galloped 52 yards on his first carry of the game. Two Ferris State field goals cut the lead to 7-6 at halftime. A.J. Livingston and John Raba each rushed for a score November 20, 1993 - New Haven 48, Edinboro 28 while Tony Willis tossed a 53-yard scoring strike to Joe Davis off The Chargers took control of the game early and never led by a reverse option play for the third TD. Willis grabbed a TD of his less than seven points. New Haven held a 14-0 lead after the own when quarterback Ken Suhl tossed a NCAA playoff record first period as Joe Davis caught a 15-yard TD pass from Jim Weir 99-yard TD pass in the fourth quarter. Suhl finished with 14-25 while Roger Graham added a three-yard run. Edinboro sandfor 256 yards. Willis caught four of those passes for 127 yards wiched two TDs around Weir’s four-yard TD run in the second and a TD. Graham rushed for 118 yards and a TD. quarter, making the score 21-14 at halftime. The Chargers con-
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1992 New Haven 38, @West Chester 26..............................1st round @New Haven 35, Ferris State 13 (Yale Bowl)........ Quarterfinals @Jacksonville St. 46, New Haven 35......................... Semifinals
1995 @New Haven 27, Edinboro 12 (So. Conn. St.).............1st round @Ferris State 17, New Haven 9.............................. Quarterfinals
2011 @New Haven 44, Kutztown........................................ 2nd round @Winston-Salem State 27, New Haven 7.............. Quarterfinals
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1997 @New Haven 47, Glenville St. 7 (Sacred Heart).........1st round @New Haven 49, Slippery Rock 21 (Yale Bowl).... Quarterfinals @New Haven 27, UC Davis 25 (Yale Bowl)................ Semifinals Northern Colorado 51, New Haven 0.................................Finals
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1993 @New Haven 48, Edinboro 28 (So. Conn. St.)............1st round Indiana, Pa. 38, @New Haven 35 (So. Conn. St.). Quarterfinals
November 27, 1993 - Indiana, Pa. 38, New Haven 35 New Haven fell behind when Indiana scored a touchdown with 8:00 remaining in the first quarter. The Chargers answered with two first quarter scores of its own as Roger Graham scored from five yards and 14 yards, giving UNH a 14-7 lead. Graham raised the lead to 21-7 when he scored from 14 yards again, before IUP cut the lead to 21-14 at halftime. UNH’s A.J. Livingston tallied the fourth rushing TD against the Indians, raising the advantage to 28-14. However, Indiana scored 24 unanswered points. New Haven pulled to within three points, 38-35, when Livingston scored on a 19-yard run at the 3:59 mark. But, the Indians kept the ball for the rest of the game to seal the win. Graham gained 173 yards and scored three TDs in the game while Livingston added 105 yards and two TDs. Jim Weir completed 16 of 35 passes for 230 yards, but no touchdowns.
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trolled the third quarter by scoring two more TDs, a two-yard dive by Graham and a 32-yard TD reception by Tony Willis, raising the advantage to 34-14. Graham finished with 215 yards and two TDs while A.J. Livingston gained 116 yards on 18 carries, the first time UNH had two 100-yard rushers in a playoff game. Weir was 15-30, 184 yards, 3TDs.
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CHARGER FOOTBALL IN THE NCAA CHAMPIONSHIP 1995
November 18, 1995 - New Haven 27, Edinboro 12 Edinboro scored on its first possession of the game, taking a 6-0 lead on a one-yard dive by Gerald Thompson. New Haven cut the lead in half on Gene Adair’s 37-yard field goal near the end of the first quarter. Edinboro doubled its scoring total when Keith Cushenberry grabbed the ball away from receiver Bobby Barnette and raced 31 yards for a touchdown with 2:34 left in the half, giving the Scots a 12-3 lead at halftime. New Haven answered with a 47-yard FG on its first possession of the second half. With under a minute left in the third quarter, Ron Jenkins dashed seven yards for a touchdown giving the Chargers the lead 13-12. Jenkins and Dave Menard each added a touchdown in the fourth quarter to complete the scoring, giving UNH its third NCAA first round victory in three tries. Jenkins finished with 150 yards on 30 carries with two TDs while Jesse Showerda completed 19 of 32 passes for 229 yards.
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November 25, 1995 - Ferris State 17, New Haven 9 The only stats that would indicate that New Haven lost this game would be the five turnovers, three fumbles and two interceptions. All the other statistics favored New Haven including time of possession (36:02), total yards (420 yards) and total plays (90). However, the most important stat favored the home team, a 17-9 final score. Ferris State opened the scoring with a 22-yard field goal by Jason Lipke. The Bulldogs boosted their lead on Chris Pulliams three-yard run, only the fourth rushing touchdown surrendered by the UNH defense in 12 games. Benny Roe’s 23-yard TD run in the third quarter gave the home team a 17-0 lead before New Haven finally lit its side of the scoreboard on Ron Jenkins fiveyard run with 9:00 remaining. Gene Adair brought the team to within one score with a 25-yard field goal, making the score 17-9. New Haven had the ball inside the Ferris 20-yard line in the final 2:00 but failed on a fourth-down attempt, securing the win for Ferris State.
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The No.2 ranked University of New Haven football team defeated UC Davis 27-25 in the NCAA Division II national semifinals in front of 4,712 at the Yale Bowl. It was the first semifinal win for New Haven. Photo: Nearly 5,000 in attendence at Yale Bowl in 1997 NCAA semifinal.
November 22, 1997 - New Haven 47, Glenville State 7 The Chargers dominated play in their first playoff appearance since 1995. New Haven led 27-0 at the half on touchdown receptions from Adam Roman and Ketric Barnes and a pair of touchdown runs from quarterback Cazzie Kosciolek. The lead went to 34-0 after Bill Woods caught a 29-yard touchdown pass from Kosciolek off a fake field goal. Glenville State finally got on the board at 34-7 after a 68-yard touchdown pass to running back Byron Stevenson. Glenville State quarterback Wilkie Perez entered the game as the leading passer in Division II. The Chargers limited Perez to one touchdown, while intercepting two passes. Don Highsmith ran for a career-high 212 yards on 32 carries as the Chargers racked up 271 yards rushing. UNH’s defense recovered two fumbles and intercepted two passes.
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November 29, 1997 - New Haven 49, Slippery Rock 21 The second-ranked Chargers defeated No. 7 Slippery Rock 49-21 to advance to the semifinals for only the second time in school history. UNH amassed 523 yards of total offense as wide receiver Elvert Eden caught seven passes for 205 yards and three touchdowns. Cazzie Kosciolek completed 16 of 30 passes for 333 yards and four touchdowns, while Don Highsmith ran for 134 yards on 29 carries. Highsmith was the first running back this season to rush for over 100 yards against Slippery Rock.
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December 6, 1997 - New Haven 27, UC Davis 25 The No.2 ranked University of New Haven football team defeated UC Davis 27-25 in the NCAA Division II national semifinals in front of 4,712 at the Yale Bowl. It was the first semifinal win for New Haven. “This is the greatest win in UNH history,” head coach Tony Sparano said. Davis took a 3-0 lead on a Ray Hill 31-yard field goal just 3:48 into the game. New Haven’s Adam Roman, a junior wide receiver from Laguna Hills, Calif., scored the next three touchdowns to give the Chargers a 21-3 lead. Roman, who finished the day with six catches for 96 yards, scored on an receptions of eight and 65 yards, then returned a punt 82 yards for his third touchdown. Davis (9-5) dominated the statistics, led by junior quarterback Kevin Daft who completed 43 of 64 passes for 468 yards (all school and DII playoff records) and three touchdowns. The Aggies totaled 575 yards of total offense, but committed four turnovers. With :23 left in the game, Daft completed a 1-yard pass to Wes Terrell on a 4th and two. Terrell was stopped just short of the first down by Dennis Burney and Jason Pacourek (Sr., Yorba Linda, Calif.). New Haven quarterback Cazzie Kosciolek completed 11 of 26 passes for 161 yards and two touchdowns. Running back Don Highsmith rushed for 105 yards on 20 carries and a touchdown. It was the fifth straight game Highsmith rushed for 100 yards or more.
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On December 13, 1997 the University of New Haven football team became the first college from Connecticut and the smallest school to ever compete for the NCAA Division II football title. Photo: Players huddle during the 1997 National Championship game in Florence, Alabama.
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December 13, 1997 - Northern Colorado 51, New Haven 0 UNH was the first school from Connecticut to play in a college football title game and was the smallest school enrollment wise to ever play for the DII football title. New Haven won the coin toss and elected to kick off. The Chargers stopped Northern Colorado on their first three plays, setting up a 4th and 2 from the UNC 36. Dirk Johnson faked a punt and ran 39 yards. Two plays later, Corte McGuffey connected with Dillon Micus on a 20-yard touchdown pass. It was only the second time all season that an opponent had scored first against New Haven. Northern Colorado sacked Cazzie Kosciolek seven times, the most sacks UNH had allowed all season. New Haven also lost three fumbles, the most it had lost all season.
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November 26, 2011 - New Haven 44, Kutztown 37 The Chargers made their first postseason appearance in the “new era” of Charger football. The team earned the second seed in the region, a first round bye and for the first time in Charger football history, hosted a home game on the University’s own campus. The storylines were numerous and in front of a standing-room only crowd, the Chargers fell behind 20-21 with just 17-seconds left in the first half. The Chargers, however, did not give up and a last-second hail mary pass from 44-yards out connected Ryan Osiecki and Jason Thompson for the Chargers go-ahead score. The Chargers 26-21 halftime lead was wiped out in the third quarter as Kutztown scored a touchdown to regain the lead, 28-26. Kutztown split the uprights in the first minutes of the fourth quarter to improve its lead to 31-26, but the Chargers then began to rally. Back-to-back touchdown passes by Osiecki, including a 64-yard connection with Thompson, put the Chargers back in the lead, 41-31, with seven minutes left. The Chargers added a field goal and Kutztown scored on the final play of the game to bring the Chargers a seven-point victory. Osiecki was the player of the game with five touchdown passes, 433 passing yards and no interceptions. His favorite target, Thompson, grabbed a remarkable six catches for 214 yards and four touchdowns. As a team, UNH amassed 538 total yards on just 58 offensive plays. Defensively, the Chargers picked off three passes and kept the Golden Bears under pressure with three sacks and five total tackles-for-loss.
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On Saturday, November 26, 2011, the nationally ranked Charger hosted their first-ever playoff game on the UNH campus. In front of a standing-room only crowd, the Chargers put on a show behind quarterback Ryan Osiecki who led the team to a 44-37 victory at DellaCamera Stadium.
December 3, 2011 - Winston-Salem 27, New Haven 7 The quarterfinal round matched the fifth-ranked Chargers against the third-ranked Rams of Winston-Salem State. The 7-27 loss was New Haven’s only loss to a Division II opponent all season. The Rams opened scoring with a 48-yard touchdown pass in the first quarter, but missed the point-after attempt. Ryan Osiecki and Demetrius Washington-Ellison then connected on a 36-yard touchdown strike later in the first quarter and the extra point gave the Chargers a 7-6 lead. UNH held the lead until the 14:49 mark of the second quarter when Winston-Salem punched in another score to take a 13-7 lead, a lead they held at halftime. Both teams were held scoreless in the third quarter, while the Rams opened the first minutes of the fourth with another touchdown pass. After intercepting the Rams, New Haven marched all the way down to the Rams’ five-yard line, but an errant pass was picked off by WSSU and the Chargers’ hopes at a comeback fell short. The Rams added another score in the final minutes and sealed a 20-point victory. The Chargers amassed 330 total yards, while the Rams racked up 444 yards, including 170 on the ground.
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Dave Earley, 1976 Effiong Edem, 1990 Elvert Eden, 1997, 98, 99, 2000 Kervin Edouard, 2010, 11 Keynard Edouard, 1997, 98 Art Edwards, 1973, 74 Douglas Edwards, 1984 Ken Edwards, 1980 Jawan Eldridge, 1997, 98, 99 Tony Elia, 1973 Jeff Emery, 1988, 89 Scott Emmert, 1989, 90, 91, 92 Darin Emons, 1989 Lidz Eugene, 1995, 96, 97, 98 Chidoziem Ezemma, 2009, 10 FFF
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Brendan Fairfield, 1993 Judd Falco, 1986 Nick Fantano, 1973 Roland Farland, 1989 Glenn Farnham, 1989 Mark Fearon, 2002 Jed Ferrante, 1990 Rob Ferrara, 1989, 90 Tony Ferraro, 1973 Manny Ferrell, 1989 Pete Ferrier, 1986 Craig Ferguson, 1989 Dennis Ferry, 1976, 1979, 80 Anrae Fervrier, 2001, 02 Anthony Fils, 2009 Pierre Fils, 1987, 88, 90 Vin Fiorillo, 1981 John Fischer, 1999, 2000, 01 Justin Fisher, 1997 A.J. Fitzpatrick, 1985, 86 Pat Fitzpatrick, 1987, 88, 89, 90 Tim Fraser, 1997 K.J. Frazier, 1989 Edward Foley, 1985 Jim Foley, 1978 Raul Font, 1984 Royce Fontes, 1980, 81, 82, 83 Charles Forcier, 1982 Mike Forcum, 2000, 01 Mike Forte, 1990, 91, 93, 94 Chris Fortes, 1992, 93, 94 Bruce Fottrell, 1978 John Foy, 1985 Darrell Fraiser, 1986, 87 Brian Francis, 1981, 82, 83 Mark Francoeur, 1975, 76 Alfred Frank, 1985 Tim Fraser, 1998 Matthew Fratz, 1985 Diallo Freeman, 1996, 97, 98, 99 Mike Friello, 2009, 10, 11 Kim Frink, 1980, 81 Shawn Frye, 2000, 01 George Fuller, 1998, 99, 00, 01 Jay Furtado, 1993 Mike Fusco, 1981
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Tom Cahill, 1981 Mark Cajiga, 1985 Joe Calvagna, 1984 Nick Calvo, 2001, 02 Pete Campbell, 1981, 82, 83, 84
Matt D’Aloia, 1986, 87, 88, 89 Tony Dabrowski, 1982 Dave Dahl, 1989, 90, 91, 92 Bill Daley 1987, 88, 89, 90 Kirk Dalmage, 1997, 98, 99, 00 Alfred Damiano, 1979 Antwuan Dance, 96, 97, 98, 99 Dan Dandrow, 1987, 90, 93 Damon Daniels, 1992 Jim Davis, 1981, 82 Joe Davis, 1991, 92, 93, 94 Rob Davis, 1999 Trenton Davis, 2002 Tom Deal, 1976 Troy Dellamarrgio, 2002 Tom Dempsey, 1990, 91, 92, 93 Tim Deane, 1977, 78, 79, 80 Mike Dearth, 1987, 88 Mike DeCapua, 1984 Mike DeCaro, 2010, 11 Gerald DeClement, 1991, 92 Greg DeDominicis, 1984 Steve DeGrand, 1981, 82, 83, 84 Pete DeGregorio, 1973, 74 Drew DelCarmine, 1985, 86 John DellaCamera, 1985 Andy Deluz, 1975 Brian Delahunty, 1984 Rich DelBuono, 1982 Andrew DelCarmine, 1984 Mark DelCiampo, 1980 Armando DeLeon, 1996, 98 George DeMartino, 1975 John DePerno, 1983 Brice DeRosa, 2009, 10, 11 Ron DeVincenzo, 91, 93, 94, 95 Joe Devlin, 1980, 81, 82, 83 Craig DiBona, 1981 Peter DiCataldo, 2000 Bill DiCicco, 1992, 93 Mario DiDino, 1994, 95, 96, 97 Conrad Dillon, 1985 Norman Dillon, 1981, 83, 84, 85 Nick DiMarinis, 1983 Joe DiMeglio, 2002 Steve DiMichele, 1978 Steve DiMugno, 1973, 74 Rob D’Innocenzio, 2000, 01, 02 Pete DiPaola, 1980 Fred DiRenzo, 1981, 82, 83, 84 Dave Dirgins, 1980 Mike Dobos, 1985, 86, 87, 88 David Dobrovich, 1985 Peter Dodosh, 2000, 01 William Dodwell, 1999 Phil Doman, 2000 Manny Dominguez, 1995 Joe Donahue, 2001 Pat Donohue, 1994 Kevin Dooley, 1998 Rick Doran, 1973, 74 Joesph Dorn, 1984 Robert Doty, 1984 Mike Downing, 1980, 81, 82
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George Dramentos, 1987, 88 Ronnie Driesse-Darden, 2009 Keith Dudzinski, 86, 87, 88, 89 Kevin Dunn, 1980, 81 Richard Dunn, 1988 Jim Dupre, 1976 Michael Dupree, 1985 Jerald Duquette, 1986 Scott Durgin, 1980, 81, 82 Bill Dwyer, 1973, 74, 75 Alex Dyer, 2010, 11 Paul Dziedzic, 1984
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James Bailey, 1989, 90, 91, 92 Fred Baldieri, 1990 Jim Ballough, 1996 Dennis Banack, 1980 Kyle Banks, 1987 Patrick Bannon, 1992, 93, 94, 96 Sam Baptiste, 2000, 01 Mike Barbara, 1991, 92, 93, 94 Jameel Barfield, 1996 Michael Barmore, 1995, 96, 97 Tyrone Barnett, 1987, 88, 89, 90 Ketric Barnes, 1997, 98, 99, 00 John Barone, 1973 Rich Barone, 1984 Bruce Barrett, 1979, 80, 81, 82 Jason Barnett, 1998, 99, 00 Bobby Barnette, 1991,93,94,95 Troy Barrington, 1985 Malcom Barrow, 1989, 93, 94 Ron Barry, 1979 Ahmet Basci, 2009, 10, 11 Vincent Basilicato, 1983 Michael Bathrick, 1985 John Befus, 1973 Pat Behan, 1984, 85, 86, 87 Jevon Bell, 2000, 01 Scheron Bell, 2002 Barry Bemis, 1979, 80 Bob Benjamin, 1984 Sarth Benoit, 2001, 02 Sean Berglund, 2010, 11 Jackson Bernard, 2001, 02 Ron Bernard, 1998, 99 Joe Bernotas, 1998 David Bernstein, 1985 Milton Bianchi, 1985 Scott Bini, 1981 Bo Birkhead, 1986, 87, 88
Rich Creelman, 1987, 88 Jon Crego, 1986 Chris Creighton, 1993, 94, 95 Russ Critelli, 1978 Steven Croce, 1983 Lincoln Croosk, 1990 Andres Cruz, 1979 Latuan Cesta, 1998 Bill Cunningham, 1998 Angelo Cupo, 2009 Robert Currie, 1975, 76, 77, 78 Tim Curtis, 1979, 80 Kareem Cutler, 2009, 10, 11 Lavon Cuyler, 2001 Christian Czwalinna, 1995, 96, 98
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Richard Cantirino, 1983 Sheldon Cantrell, 2002 Gary Caporuscio, 1997, 98, 99 Craig Capone, 1997, 98, 99, 00 Dan Caporale, 1978, 79, 80, 81 Rick Caprio, 1974 Peter Capuano, 1991 Donn Caraballo, 1989 Dave Carlon, 1989, 90, 91, 92 Kurt Carney, 1986, 87, 88, 89 Usha Carr, 1982 Jay Carter, 1978, 79 Jim Cartier, 1976 Peter Cassidy, 1978, 79, 80, 81 Sal Castaneda, 2000 Chris Cattaneo, 1975, 76 Sami Caygoz, 2009 Karl Ceasar, 1991 Milo Ceci, 1985 Steve Cedor, 1997, 98, 99, 2000 Ron Celentano, 1982 John Cerra, 1995, 96, 97, 98 Brian Cerruto, 1984, 85, 86, 87 J.D. Chalifoux, 2009, 10, 11 Mike Chance, 1990 Lance Chapman, 2009, 10, 11 Sloan Chapman, 1982 Mike Chauvin, 1982 MacArthur Cheek, 2010 Frantz Chery, 1988 Bob Chmura, 1974, 75, 76, 77 John Cicarella, 1973, 74 Paul Ciesluck, 1978 Mike Cipro, 1986, 87, 88, 89 Pat Civitello, 1973, 74, 75 Bill Clancy, 1982, 83 Michael Clark, 1995, 96, 98, 99 Robert Clark, 1993, 94, 95 Darius Clay, 1994, 96, 97 Joe Clements, 1977, 78 Jim Cleven, 1982 Ray Clontz, 1990 David Cockrell, 1995, 96, 97, 98 Alex CoFrancesco, 1973 Gene CoFrancesco, 1973 Jesse Coger, 1983, 84 Ray Coggeshall, 1976 Mike Colabella, 1986 Ken Colby, 1988, 89, 90, 91 Lorenzo Coletta, 1982 Dallas Coleman, 2001 Tom Collett, 1986, 87, 88, 89 Ken Colon, 1990, 91, 92, 93 Dion Combs, 1985 Zach Conklin, 2009, 10, 11 Tom Connelly, 1976 Tony Connor, 1977, 78 Jeff Conroy, 1985, 86 Justin Connors, 1996 Richard Connors, 1992 Joe Consiglio, 1973, 74, 75 Ron Conyers, 1984, 85, 86, 87 Mark Coolidge, 1981 Victor Cooper, 1987 Jeff Coppola, 1986 Mike Coppola, 1973 Fran Corea, 1984 Tony Corona, 1978 John Coscia, 1984 Derrick Costa, 1990, 91, 92, 93 Paul Costanzo, 1987 Richard Cote, 1991 Charles Cotton, 1983, 84, 85 John Coury, 1983, 85, 86, 87 Mark Coury, 1983, 84 Julian Cover, 2001, 02 Bill Covert, 1990, 91, 92, 93 Mark Coyne, 1978 Jim Cox, 1976 Kevin Cox, 1988 Larry Cozzolino, 1974 Ryan Craig, 1989
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Gene Adair, 1994, 95 Chai Adams, 1999, 00, 01,02 Alan Agemy, 1985 Robert Aiello, 1984 Daryl Albanese, 1975, 76, 77 Jason Alcin, 2001 Dwight Allen, 1990 Ed Allen, 1998, 99, 01, 02 Jamie Allen, 1997. 98, 99 Richard Allen, 1979 John Alosky, 1981, 82, 83, 84 Luigi Amasino, 1998, 99, 00, 01 Mike Amento, 1978 Richard Ardito, 1985 Gary Arnosk, 1978 Desmond Anderson, 2009, 10, 11 Larry Anderson, 1984, 85, 86, 87 Lars Anderson, 2002 O’Neal Anderson, 98, 99, 00, 01 Wayne Anderson, 1982 Thierry Andris, 2011 Chris Angelone, 1981, 82, 83, 84 Herbens Antenor, 2011 Walter Apperwhite, 90, 91, 92, 93 Troy Appling, 1996, 97, 98, 99 Gary Appolonia, 1980 Dave Arens, 1980 John Armstrong, 1984 Jon Armus, 1987, 88 Michael Argenti, 1985 Billy Arline, 1998 Jeremiah Armendariz, 2001, 02 Victor Artaiz, 1980 John Asack, 1981 Rich Aspinwall, 1980 Joe Assencoa, 1986 Ronaldo Attimy, 2002 Joe Auger, 1979, 80 Leon Avery, 1982
Christian Bish, 2010 Brad Bishop, 1997 Jerrell Bishop, 1991, 92 Roland Bishop, 1980, 81, 82 Osric Bittle, 2001, 02 Bryan Blackstone, 98, 99, 00, 01 John Blackwood, 1982 Tom Blake, 1974, 75 Jim Blanchette, 1978 Ed Bleiler, 1978 Ben Blue, 1984, 85 Gary Blundo, 1981 Harry Boatswain, 87, 88, 89, 90 Jerry Boggs, 1995,1996 Phil Bogle, 1999, 00, 01, 02 Bob Boland, 1978, 79 Ed Bolling, 1996 Leo Bombalicki, 1973 Barry Bonito, 1979 Anthony Bonnazio, 1981, 82 Andrew Bonnick, 1989 Steven Borak, 1984 Steve Borkowski, 1974 Akil Boucard, 2001 Jeff Boucher, 1981 Tom Bouffard, 1978, 79, 80 Mike Bouwman, 1976, 77, 78, 79 Sal Bova, 1976 Atiim Bowman, 1992, 93, 94, 95 Jamaal Bowman, 1996, 97 Ned Bowman, 1977, 78, 80 Paul Bowman, 1975, 76, 77, 78 Joe Bowolick, 1987 Alex Boxill, 1984 Bill Bozoian, 1977, 78, 79 Matt Bozzo, 1984, 85, 86, 87 Herb Bracy, 1978, 79, 80, 81 David Bradford, 2000, 01 Shiska Bradford, 1998, 99 Baragon Bradley, 2010 Scott Branfuhr, 1984, 85, 86 Tom Brennan, 1980 Troy Bridges, 1984 Kevin Briggs, 1987, 88, 89, 90 Mike Briscoe, 1990 Henry Brinson, 1986 Tyrone Britton, 1986 Don Broderick, 1973, 74 Anthony Brodeur, 1980, 81 Gerard Broggy, 1987, 88 Andrew Brown, 1998, 99, 2000 Chris Brown, 1986 Dwayne Brown, 1998, 99, 00, 01 Michael Brown, 1992, 93, 94, 95 Ron Brown, 1982, 83, 84, 85 Shaun Brown, 1983 Tim Brown, 1983, 84 Tywon Brown, 2002 Tim Brozovic, 1983, 84, 85, 86 Ken Bruning, 1982, 83 Wendell Bruno, 1988 Mark Buchanan, 1981, 82, 83, 84 John Buckley, 1973 Derek Bullock, 1982, 83 Dana Burgo, 1989 Tim Burke, 1996 Todd Burks, 1989 Roosevelt Burnett, 1984 Dennis Burney, 1996, 97, 98 Dale Burtyk, 1974, 76 Kendrick Butler, 2010, 11 Edward Byrd, 1985 George Byrd, 1990, 91, 92, 93 Toby Byrd, 1991, 92, 93, 94
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Frank Gabriele, 1979, 80 Aaron Gagnon, 1993, 94, 95, 96 David Gala, 1990 T.T. Gallaher, 1996 Lenny Galbicsek, 1973, 74 Dave Gallo, 1998 Bill Gambardella, 1982, 83, 84, 85 Geoff Gamere, 1989 Bernie Gancarz, 1986, 87, 88 Robert Garamella, 1985 Wilfredo Garcia, 1984 Dave Gardner, 1982 Mike Gardner, 1976 Ralph Garguilo, 1981 Brian Garrison, 1992 Rudy Georgetti, 1978 Tom Georgia, 1982, 83, 84 Steve Gerard, 1987 Bill Gerardi, 1974, 75, 76 Pete Gerardi, 1974 Bruce German, 1980 George Gerosa, 2010, 11 Pete Gianakis, 1984, 85, 86, 87 Dave Gibson, 1985 Pat Gibson, 1992, 93, 94, 95 Dave Giddings, 1975 John Giglio, 1982 Mike Gilles, 1991, 93 Jeff Giordani, 1979, 80, 81, 82 Mark Giordani, 1979,80, 81, 82 Bobby Giordano, 1984 Andrew Giungo, 1984 John Glass, 2001 Scot Gleason, 1982 Kevin Glenn, 1998 Hyman Glick, 1974 Jason Glick, 1994 Henry Goff, 1980 Jeff Goglia, 1996, 97, 98, 99 Dave Gokey, 1982 Mike Gomes, 2009, 10, 11 Marco Gonzalez, 1984 John Goodheart, 1987, 88 Jermaine Gordon, 2000, 01, 02 Tom Gosselin, 1980 Bill Grabowski, 1975 Derek Graham, 1989 Leo Graham, 1980 Roger Graham, 1991, 92, 93, 94 Bob Grammar, 1988, 89 Maurice Greaves, 1989, 90 Charlie Griffin, 1986, 87, 88 Jelahn Griffith, 2001, 02 Johnie Grimes, 1987, 88, 89, 90 Dave Gugliotti, 1987, 88 Don Guilford, 1999 John Guinpero, 1991 Jerry Gumbrecht, 1984, 85, 86 Dave Gurau, 2000 James Gustowski, 1998, 99 Kevin Haley, 1985, 86 Bruce Hall, 1996 Vincent Hamilton, 1984 HHH Sharieff Hall, 2009, 10 Travis Hand, 2001, 02 Gary Handerhan, 1985, 86 Dawud Hanif, 1999, 00, 01, 02 Rich Hanley, 1974 Mike Harkin, 1991, 92 Ryan Harney, 2001 Frank Harper, 1978 Don Harris, 1982 Guy Harris, 1984 Mike Harris, 1980 Sylvester Harrison, 1991 Joe Harte, 1983 Ray Harton, 1976, 77, 78, 79
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Will Haskell, 1996 Jeff Hatch, 1989 Charlie Hatchett, 2010, 11 Dave Haubner, 1982, 83, 84, 85 Kevin Havanec, 1977, 78, 79, 80 Josh Havelka, 1994, 95, 96, 97 Tom Havelka, 1998, 99 Bill Hawkins, 1987 Dan Hayes,1996, 97 Darren Haynes, 2002 Rob Hayhurst, 1984, 85, 86, 87 Jeff Hazell, 1979, 80 Tom Herd, 2009, 10, 11 Dave Hernandez, 1978 Michael Herrera, 2009 Chris Higgins, 2010, 11 Donald Highsmith, 94, 95, 96, 97 Charlie Hill, 1985, 86, 87, 88 Robert Hill, 2009, 10, 11 Tony Hill, 1973 Bob Hinds, 1973 Cary Hinton, 1981, 82 Dan Hisler, 1980 Ed Hodge, 1997 Thomas Hogan, 1984 Dustin Hoffman, 1999 Scott Hofmo, 1987 Greg Holland, 1985 Scott Holland, 1989 Richard Holmes, 1974, 75 Tim Holmes, 1984 Tom Holmes, 1983, 84, 85, 86 Bob Holtz, 1974, 76 John Holwerda, 1981 Tom Hornat, 1976 Mike Horton, 1985, 86, 87, 88 Brian Houston, 1988, 89, 90, 92 Dave Hoyt, 1978 Rob Hubbell, 1994, 95, 96 Byron Hugee, 1986, 88 Dan Hughes, 1982 John Hurley, 1978, 79, 80, 81 III
Carmen Iannuzzi, 1973 Pete Indresano, 1990, 91, 92, 93 John Irwin, 2009, 10, 11 Marco Ivestor, 1988 JJJ Eric Jackson, 1986 Jon Jackson, 2009, 10 Marquis Jackson, 1992 Tim Jackson, 1984, 87, 88, 89 Nolan James, 2000, 01, 02 Patrick Jean, 2001, 02 Robert Jean Pierre, 1994, 95 Tyrone Jefferson, 1997 Craig Jenkins, 1994 Donta Jenkins, 2001, 02 Jeff Jenkins, 1986 Ron Jenkins, 1995 Ron Jensen, 1994, 95 Wayne Johnsen, 1996, 97,98, 99 Albern Johnson, 1997, 99 Bruce Johnson, 1992, 93, 94 Devin Johnson, 1998, 2000 Ed Johnson, 1998, 99 Gary Johnson, 1980 Howard Johnson, 1993 Jaylen Johnson, 2011 Joe Johnson, 1979 Milton Johnson, 2001 Michael Johnstone, 93,95,96,97 Sherwood Jonathas, 2011 Andre Jones, 1995, 96 Corey Jones, 1996, 97, 98, 99 Leon Jones, 1973, 74 Tim Jones, 1981, 82, 83, 84 Van Jones, 1999, 00, 01, 02
Victor Jones, 2009, 10 Cedric Jordan, 1986 Alain Joseph, 1989 Jonathan Joseph, 2001, 02 Michael Joseph, 1994, 95, 96 Niepaul Joseph, 1996, 97, 98, 99 Max Joyner-Brown, 91,92, 93, 94 James Justice, 1993, 94, 95, 96 KKK Chris Kalil, 1990 Alimamy Kallay, 2001, 02 Joe Karach, 1988 Larry Kasa, 1978, 80 Adam Kasper, 1998, 99, 2000 Justin Kasperzyk, 1991 Rich Kawalewski, 1975 Mike Kelliher, 1978 Issac Kelley, 1985, 86, 87, 88 Paul Kelly 1982, 83, 84, 85 Ryan Kelsey, 1992 Bruce Kennedy, 1987 Mike Kennedy, 2001 Piper Kenny, 1987, 88 Quran Kent, 2011 Brett Keough, 2002 Mike Keyes, 1979 Jo-El Kimaiyo, 2002 Bill King, 1975 Mike Kinik, 1995 Kevin Kirsch, 1987, 88, 89, 90 Mike Klappholz, 1983 Karl Kleinnow, 1978 Bob Knestrict, 1973 Ken Knight, 1981 Chris Kolod, 1978 Gary Kopazna, 1978, 80, 81 Gerry Kopazna, 1976, 77, 78, 79 Greg Kopazna, 1981, 82, 83, 84 Michael Kornblau, 1998 Cazzie Kosciolek, 1997 Greg Kosciolek, 1998, 99, 00 Paul Kostopoulos, 76, 77, 78, 79 John Kovach, 1977, 78, 79 Rich Kowalewski, 1974 Mark Krajcir, 1993, 94, 95, 97 Ed Kreitzman, 1982 Kerry Kroll, 1986 Jon Kromenhoek, 1989 John Kronkaitis, 1973 Wayne Kruglik, 1998, 99, 2000 Joe Kubik, 1976, 77, 78 Rob Kupka, 1986 Justin Kutniewski, 1996 Dan Kycia, 1979 LLL Steve Laforge, 1976 Joe Lagrotteria, 1974 Spiro Lamberis, 1987, 88, 90, 91 Ted Landis, 1981 Rodney Lanham, 2011 Phil LaRose, 1987 Kameel Lashley, 2009, 10, 11 Brian LaSure, 2009, 10 Kevin LaSure, 2002 Nate Lassic, 2001 Butch Lastrina, 1975, 76 Dave Lavatori, 1978 Keith Lavigne, 1991, 92, 93, 94 Ryan Lawrence, 1988 Dan Leary, 1980 Steve Lebeau 1975, 76 William Leckey, 1985 Rich Lee, 1977, 78 Tom Lee, 1975 Jonathan Lee-Hugh, 2002 Ian Leffler, 1994, 95, 96, 97 Gregg Lender, 1984 Joe Lentini, 1983
Dan Leonard, 1979 Jim Leonard, 1980 Mike Leone, 1990 Erik Lesinski, 1984, 85, 86, 87 Jim Lewis, 1987, 88 Ted Librizzi, 1982 Mark Lineweber, 1974 Tim Lipsett, 1979 Randy Litrell, 1996 Marvin Little, 1980, 81 A.J. Livingston, 1990, 91, 92, 93 Andrew Livingston, 2000, 01 David Loane, 1987, 88, 89, 90 Jon Lofton, 1986 Patrick Lombardi, 2002 Nick Lombardo, 1985, 87 Bob Long, 1985, 86, 87 Richard Long, 2009, 10, 11 James Lopes, 2001 Steve Lopes, 1990, 91, 92, 93 Tony LoPresti, 1984, 85, 86 Clinton Lott, 1994, 95 Allen Love, 1984, 85, 86, 87 Scott Lowery, 2010, 11 Joe Lucibello, 1974 Mario Lucibello, 1973, 74 Nick Luisi, 1983 Todd Luniewski, 1984 Chris Lunz, 1991, 92, 93, 94 Gabe Lupo, 1975 Dan Luque, 2000, 01 Ray Lynch, 1984 MMM
Rob MacFadden, 1987, 88 Matt Machalik, 1995, 96, 97, 98 Darryl Mack, 1986, 87, 88, 89 Brent Macleod, 2010, 11 Ron Madelon, 2001 Jeff Maffeo, 1981 Dick Magnotti, 1982 Bob Magnuson, 1982 Shawn Maguire, 2002 Bill Maher, 1975 Dave Maher, 1973 Nate Main, 1992 Tony Major, 1978, 79, 80 Dan Malloy, 1990 James Malloy, 2009, 10, 11 Wesley Manerson, 1984 Paul Mangione, 1993, 94, 95, 96 Michael Mann, 2000, 01, 02 Jason Marcell, 1996 Rick Marcella, 1979, 80 Matt Marcks, 1999, 00, 01, 02 Tim Maring, 1980 Jim Marino, 1981 Victor Markie, 1974 Bob Marks, 1978 Mike Maroney, 1983, 84, 85, 86 Ray Marshall, 96, 97, 98, 99,00 Hodari Martin, 1990 Keith Martin, 1981 Steve Martin, 1986 Chris Martinelli, 1984 Jason Martinelli, 1999 Joe Martinez, 1998, 2001 Neil Martino, 1973 Al Martone, 1975 Jim Martone, 1974, 75 Joe Martinez, 2000 Mike Maruo, 1976 Eric Mas, 1985 Ronald Masse, 1974 Jim Massella, 1978, 79, 80, 81 Joe Massa, 1984 Jay Maull, 1981, 83, 84 Lionel Maull, 1982, 83, 84, 85 Wallace Maull, 1980 Paul Maurice, 1981, 82, 83, 84 Marshall Maxwell, 95, 96, 97, 98
Jim May, 1991, 92, 93, 94 Chuck Mazzarone, 1995 Charles McCall, 1980 Josh McCann, 1996 John McCarthy, 1974 Kevin McClurken, 1996 Mike McCorkle, 2009 Tom McCormack, 90, 91, 92, 93 Keith McCoy, 1986, 87, 88 Brian McCrae, 1992 Antonio McDonald, 1998, 99 Bill McDonald, 1975, 76 Bill McEvoy, 1980 Eric McGovern, 1979 Liam McKiernan,1987, 88, 89, 90 John McLaughlin, 1982 Tommy McLean, 1984 Matt McLees, 1982, 83 Jay McLucas, 1987, 88, 89, 90 Tom McMillan, 1986 Shane McNeeley, 94, 95, 96, 97 Miles McPherson, 78, 79, 80, 81 Chris McWilliams, 1986, 88, 89 P.J. Mehigan, 1992 Maikel Mehu, 1999, 00, 01, 02 Peter Meirzwa, 1976 Mark Melaccio, 1978 George Melanson, 1980 Walt Melfi, 1977, 78, 79, 80 Eduardo Melgar, 2000, 2001 Dave Menard, 1995, 96, 97, 98 Jim Menge, 1973, 74 Mario Meraz, 1998 Stephan Merke, 1981 Lou Mica, 1974 Ray Michanezyk,1976,77,78, 79 Damian Mincey, 1998, 99, 00, 02 Kevin Miller, 1978 John Milmoe, 1985 Matt Milone, 1997, 98, 99, 01, 02 Damian Mincey, 2001 Charles Minnis, 1985 Rich Misciochwoski, 1989 Andy Molella, 1982, 83 Dave Moll, 1974 Adrian Mompoint, 2010 Dean Monahan, 1984, 85 Ben Mondrone, 1973 Art Mongillo, 1982 John Montano, 1974 Dan Montesi, 1987 Doug Montgomery, 1981 Vincent Montoute, 1994 Kevin Moorer, 1975, 78, 79 Chris Moran, 1984 Kevin Moreland, 1982, 83, 84 Phil Morelli, 1983 Lionel Moreno, 1995, 96 Marlon Morris, 1984, 85 Vince Morsillo, 1984 Tony Mortali, 1973, 74, 75 Al Mosley, 1978 Rodney Moss, 1985 John Motherwell, 1990 Yohan Moulton, 1995, 96 Pat Moynihan, 1981 Sash Mrdelja, 1984 Nathan Much, 1985, 86 Trevis Muckle, 1992 Ray Munroe, 1981, 82, 83, 84 Dennis Murphy, 1976 Edward Murphy, 1974 John Murphy, 1986 Mike Murphy, 1984, 85, 86, 87 Robert Murray, 1983, 84 Nick Music, 2010, 11 Steve Musulin, 1976
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Nick Sabetta, 1976 Paul Sabrowski, 1984, 85 Alston Sajery, 2000, 01, 02 Rich Salinetti, 1978 Ron Salmon, 1980, 81 Jim Salvatore, 1976 Ralph Salvatore, 1983
Ken Wade, 1984, 85, 86, 88 Fred Wadelin, 1979, 80 Ed Waido, 1988 Cody Wallace, 2009, 11 Bob Walsh, 1975, 76, 77 Clayton Walters, 1981, 83 Mike Ware, 1996 Richard Ware, 1985 Stephen Ward, 2009 Darren Warrell, 1984 Demetrius Washington-Ellison, 2009, 10, 11 Jim Weir, 1993, 94 Fred Werosta, 1982 TTT Mike Whalen, 1976 Darryl White, 1982 Jason Taggart, 1996 Martin White, 1984 Richard Tavares, 1974, 1976 Mozes White, 2009 Chris Taylor, 1987 Paul White, 1979 Vincent Taylor, 1983 Tory White, 1990, 91, 92, 93 Joe Terasiewicz, 2001 Omar Whittington, 2009 Allan Testa, 1983, 84 Bob Wietecha, 1985, 86, 87, 88 Hayward Thaxton, 1982, 83 Al-Rahim Williams, 1995, 96 Aaron Thomas, 2002 Bob Williams, 1977, 78 Ben Thomas, 2001 Dion Williams, 1983 Bentley Thomas, 1995, 96 Jamar Williams, 2000, 01, 02 David Thomas, 2010 Jay Williams, 1997, 98 Fitzroy Thomas, 1996, 97, 98, 2000 Issac Williams, 2000 John Thomas, 1998, 99 Marc Williams, 1987 Ralph Thomas, 1982, 83 Mike Williams, 1974, 75, 76, 77 Rich Thomas, 1987 Quincy Williams, 1989, 90 Jason Thompson, 2009, 10, 11 Weaver Williams, 1988 Randal Thompson, 1985 Tony Willis, 1990, 91, 92, 93 Rob Thompson, 1985, 86, 87, 88 Rick Willis, 1978 Martel Threadgill, 2002 Wendall Willis, 1976 Ray Tilden, 1980, 81, 82, 83 Stewart Wilson, 1984, 85 Marvin Tilley, 1987 Kellen Wingate, 2000, 01, 02 Anthony Tillman, 2010, 11 Steve Wolfe, 1990, 91, 92, 93 Aaron Tobey, 1976 Bill Woods, 1995, 96, 97, 98 Fred Tomasello, 1978, 79 Jim Wright, 1981 James Tomasello, 1998 Lajuan Wright, 2002 Marvin Tomlin, 1988, 89 Rayfield Wright, 1996 Joe Tout, 1996 Randy Wright, 1983 Alex Townes, 2000, 01, 02 Rob Wright, 1988, 89, 90, 91 Vin Tozzi, 1973, 74, 75 Jason Wyatt, 1999 James Triplett, 1992, 93, 94, 95 Steve Tuck, 1999 YYY Jim Tucker, 1976 Darren Tully, 1984, 85, 86, 87 Mark Yanchewski, 1979, 80 David Tully, 1984, 85, 86, 87 Charles Turcio, 1974, 75, 76, 77 ZZZ Chris Turner, 1998, 99, 2001 John Turner, 1979 Tim Zalenski, 1984 Josh Turner, 2009 John Zambrano, 1981 Richard Turner, 1985 Dave Zarecki, 1975 Rondell Tyson, 98, 99, 00,01 Paul Zarodkiewicz, 1987, 88 Mike Zekus, 1989 UUU Scott Zenke, 2002 Dave Ziaks, 1973 Anton Updale, 1984, 85, 86, 87 Charlie Ziegenbein, 1984, 85, 86, 87 Brandon Updegraff, 1995, 96 Luke Zinsky, 1980
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John Raba, 1989, 90, 91, 92 Rick Racioppi, 1981, 82, 83, 84 Akaki Ramishvili, 2009, 10 Richard Ramos, 1982 Bob Ranck, 1978 Tony Ranoldo, 1990, 91, 92, 93 Craig Ray, 1990, 91 Matt Ready, 1981, 82, 83 Chuck Reale, 1993, 94, 95, 96 Chris Reardon, 1987 Jack Reed, 1985, 87, 88 Joseph Reed, 1984 Jim Reilly, 1986 Ed Reinhard, 2000 Donny Ridenhour, 1986 Jay Resker, 1976 Al Rhoden, 1995, 96 Brian Rhodes, 1982 Mark Richter, 1990 Brian Rickert, 1976 Scott Riggs, 1992, 93, 94, 95 Steve Ringer, 2001 Bernard Risco, 2009, 10, 11 Dave Rivellini, 1974 Ralph Rizzolo, 1985 Michael Rivera, 1984 Ralph Rizzolo, 1983 Richard Roberts ,2009 Wayne Robertson, 1992 Andre Robinson, 1996 Bryant Robinson, 1998, 99,00, 01 Devin Robinson, 2002, 09 Mark Roddy, 1982, 83, 84, 85 Jarrod Rogers, 2002 Mike Rogers, 1985, 86 Adam Roman, 1997, 98 Craig Romanowski, 96, 97, 98, 99 Ken Ronan, 1979 Paul Rosa, 1982 Doc Rose, 1999, 2000 Barry Rosenbloom, 1978 Barry Rosner, 1974 Mike Rowntree, 1982 Rashad Rozier, 2000 Brandon Ruberti, 2009, 11 Brian Rubino, 1979, 80 Todd Rubino, 1986 Amin Rubirosa, 1993 Chris Ruffin, 2009, 10, 11 Harold Ruffin, 1975 Rodney Russell, 1984 Al Russo, 1976 George Russo, 1978 Major Ruth, 1985, 88 Martin Ryan, 1983 Phil Ryan, 1984, 85 Tom Ryan, 1981
Leo Vallee, 1973 Kevin Van Coughnett, 1978 Wayne VanDeusen, 1982 Rick Vanderberg, 1984 Nelson Varona, 1986 Jacques Veillette, 1980 John Velardi, 1976 Jim Vendetto, 1978, 79, 80, 81 Thomas Vincent, 1974 Lee Vitelli, 1982 Mike Vito, 2001, 02 Zach Vonder Linden, 2009 John Volpe, 1982, 83, 84 Michael Vonstein, 1985
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Ralph Pacifico, 1981, 82,83, 84 Jason Pacourek, 1996, 97 Frank Pagliarini, 1978 Richard Palazzolo, 1985 Marcus Patrick, 1998 Mike Parham, 1978, 79 Andrew Parker, 1996 Andrew Parker (RB), 1999, 2000 Tyler Parker, 2009 Troy Parks, 1991 Brandon Pasquale, 1995, 96 Chuck Patterson, 1981 Tom Pjatak, 1997 Frank Pellegrino, 1984 Ron Perkins, 1986 Matt Perkowski, 1979,80,81, 82 Chris Perrone, 1991 Charles Perry, 1991, 92 Michael Perryman, 1995 Paul Pesticci, 1976 Jeff Peters, 2000 David Peterson,1983, 84,85, 87 Chris Petrillo, 1980 Paul Phillips, 1977, 78, 79, 80 Ed Pikor, 1975 Leo Pinkston, 1987, 88, 89, 90 Terry Pitt, 1983, 84, 85 Tom Pjatak, 1998 Rodmyr Plantin, 2001 Mike Plouffe, 1973, 74, 75 Kasseim Pope, 1996 George Porcha, 1991, 92, 93, 94 Idris Price, 2000 Dan Primich, 1973 Jason Pringle, 1986, 88 David Priscal, 1986 Dan Porter, 1978, 80 Jeff Potter, 1984 Mike Poupore, 1980 Chris Powanda, 1994, 95, 96, 97
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Anthony Querin, 1991, 92, 93, 94 Alex Quinn, 2009, 10, 11 Dan Quinn, 1974
Robert Stabile, 1985 Gene Stahley, 1975 Kurt Stametz, 2000, 01, 02 Keith Stamp, 1988, 89, 90 Harvey Stanley, 1985 Raheem Stanley, 2009, 11 Tom Stanley, 2002 Jake Stark, 2010, 11 David Stedman, 2009, 10, 11 Elmer Steeprock, 1977, 78 Joe Stefanelli, 1987 Tim Stellenwerf, 1980 Mark Sterious, 1995 Joe Sterlein, 1982 Patrick Stevens, 1984 Rob Stoeckert, 1983, 84 Mark Stoller, 1981 Julius Stone, 1975 Alan Straub, 1986 George Storher, 1981 Chuck Stroneski, 1982 Michael Stott, 1989 Jim Stumpf, 1976, 78 Tom Suhey, 2001 Ken Suhl, 1989, 90, 91, 92 Tom Sullivan, 1987 Mike Summers, 1997, 98, 99, 2000 Lamont Sutton, 1992, 95 Kyle Swist, 1992 Rick Sweitzer, 1980, 81 Mark Szaraynski, 1979
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Shawn O’Brien, 1978, 79, 80 Steve O’Brien, 1989 Chris O’Connor, 1973, 74 Dave O’Connor, 1980 Tom O’Connor, 1991, 92, 93 Tom O’Connell, 1976 Chris Ogden, 1976 Mike O’Halloran, 1982 Brian O’Keefe, 1978, 79 Joe O’Keefe, 1979 Brian O’Leary, 1988 Walt Oko, 1985, 86, 87, 88 Brian Oliver (QB), 1985 Brian Oliver (LB), 1993, 94, 95, 96 Mike O’Neill, 1983 Colin O’Niell, 1980 Greg Ortman, 1983, 84, 85, 86 Orrin Osborn, 2000, 01, 02 Ryan Osiecki, 2009, 10, 11
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Rob Salvatore, 1982 Dan Salvo, 1984 Dave Sampson, 1995, 96, 97, 98 Jerry Sangiamo, 1984 Mike San Souci, 1996, 97 Kurt Santos, 1983, 84 Frank Savinelli, 1978, 79 John Savino, 1973 Gary Savoie, 1986 James Scanlon, 1973, 75 Gerard Scavone, 1975 Kevin Schembeck, 1983 Mike Schiffer, 1975 Paul Schmidt, 1988 Frank Schneider, 1982 Tim Schoen, 1980 Dave Schor, 1980 Scott Schultz, 2010, 11 Peter Schuman, 1991, 92, 93, 94 Dan Schwab, 1987, 88, 89, 90 Chris Scifo, 2010, 11 James Scotland, 1979, 80, 81 Cole Scott, 1985, 86 Don Scott, 1984, 85, 86 Richie Scott, 1987, 88, 89, 90 Bill Scrivens, 1986 Tyrone Seabrooks, 1995, 96 Craig Sebastian, 1987 Kevin Seeger, 1976 Omar Segura, 2000, 01, 02 Frank Sellinger, 1981 Frank Serino, 1978 Steve Server, 1980 Don Sevas, 1979 Steve Shah, 1996, 98, 99 Brian Shay, 1999 Mark Shee, 1985, 87 Kirk Shultz, 1975, 76 Russ Sharpe, 1973, 74, 75 Mark Shee, 1984, 86 David Sheehan, 1987, 88 Frank Sheehan, 1991, 92, 93, 94 Tom Sheehan, 1989 Mark Shelton, 1987 Jesse Showerda, 1993, 94, 95, 96 Daryl Short, 2001, 02 Allister Shuffler, 2000, 01, 02 Ralph Sierra, 1988 John Silke, 1983 Horacio Silva, 1979, 80, 81, 82 Sonny Silva, 1996 Curtis Simmons, 2000 Todd Simonson, 1985, 86 Ron Sires, 1984, 85 Ron Sirolli, 1993, 94, 95 Joe Skulski, 1981 Andrew Smart, 1984 Josh Smart, 2009, 10, 11 Al Smith, 1979 Andy Smith, 1988, 89, 90, 91 Dave Smith, 1982, 83, 84, 85 Josh Smith, 2009 Ray Smith, 1974 Reggie Smith, 1981, 82 Sam Smith, 1975, 76 Scott Smith, 1988, 89, 90, 91, 92 Tyrone Smith, 1993, 94 Geoff Smithson, 1980, 81 Robert Smythe, 1986 Sam Sorbello, 1981 Mike Soucy, 1976, 77 Stefan Soulieres, 1988, 89, 90, 91 Tony Sparano, 1980, 81, 82, 83 Ken Sparks, 1978 Fabian Spencer, 1989, 90 Ian Spitzer, 1985 Travis Spiva, 1998, 99 Colin Spooner, 1993, 94 Joe Sporkin, 1992, 93, 94, 95 Joe Sponzo, 1974 Joe Squatriglia, 1981 Ben St. Clair, 1989, 90
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Bob Nadeau, 1976 Scott Nadeau, 1990, 91, 92, 93 Jim Nally, 1981, 82, 83, 84 Branden Naraine, 2009, 10 Andrew Nass, 2009 Steven Nastri, 1984 Kevin Nelson, 2002 Ronnie Nelson, 2010, 11 Shawn Nelson, 1984 Steve Neugebauer, 2002 Joe Newsome, 1991, 92 Lenroy Neysmith, 2009 Paul Nigro, 1983 Mark Norton, 1989 Brian Nugent, 1975, 76, 77, 78
Idris Price, 2000, 2001 Mike Price, 1978 Jason Pringle, 1988 Bob Proto, 1974 Chris Pullen, 1984, 85 Brad Pyne, 1989, 90, 91
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FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME
Anthony Mortali Linebacker (1973-1976) • Inducted 1987 Tony Mortali was the type of player that every coach would want on his squad. He was hard working willing and able to give the team his all. An intregal part of the football team’s first ever varsity win, 13-7 in 1975 vs. Curry College, the linebacker/offensive guard was one of the unsung heroes of the sports first few years of varsity status. His efforts on the gridiron were rewarded though, as he captained the team for two seasons, including the year the UNH team notched its first victory. That same season, Tony was named All New England Football Conference team. Miles McPherson Defensive Back (1978-81) • Inducted 1989 One of the finest defensive backs to play at New Haven, Miles McPherson recorded impressive numbers during his four year career. At one time he held 15 school records and still holds all the interception records - in a game (4), in a season (7), which he accomplished twice, and in a career (22). He was named to the All New England Conference First Team, New England Football Writers’ Association Division II-III team, Boston Herald III team. McPherson became the first Charger to be drafted into the National Football League. He was taken as a 10th round pick by the Los Angeles Rams. He signed with the San Diego Chargers where he played from 1982 to 1985. Rick Racioppi Linebacker (1981-84) • Inducted 1992 Rick Racioppi is considered to be one of the finest linebackers to wear a Charger uniform. The linebacker averaged 12.3 tackles per game during his sophomore season and 9.5 tackles per contest over his career. He surpassed 100 tackles in three different seasons, highlighted by a career-high 123 stops in 1982. Racioppi never missed a game during his four-year stay, playing in all 40 UNH contests. When he graduated, Racioppi held the single season and career records for both recovered fumbles and total tackles. He was named to the All-New England team in 1983, one of only three Chargers to earn those honors that season. He ended his career with 379 total tackles, including 210 solo stops, and four sacks. Erik Lesinski Linebacker (1984-87) • Inducted 1992 Erik Lesinski can be rated as one of the best all-around players in New Haven football history. His career totals are among the best in school history, including 422 total tackles, 242 solo tackles and seven sacks. He was named to the All-New England and All-Eastern College Athletic Conference teams in 1986 and 1987. The linebacker became the third UNH football player to receive a Kodak All-America berth, earning the honor in his senior season, and was also a All-America honorable mention as a junior. In 1987, Lesinski registered 10 or more tackles in every contest with his best game of 21 tackles coming against Springfield. Paul Bowman Offensive Lineman (1975-78) • Inducted 1993 Paul Bowman played an instrumental part in the Chargers early success. He was elected a tri-captain of the 1978 team which posted a 6-3 record, the first winning record in the school’s young history. Bowman’s playing style and skills grabbed the attention of both players and coaches despite playing a position which rarely received recognition. His play on the offensive line helped the offense score 188 points, the highest production in school history to that point which allowed the squad to post a 5-0 start. During his career, Bowman played a major role in the Charger’s success as the team won 12 games, scored 362 points and gained over 7,800
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Stephen DiMugno Defensive Back (1971-74) • Inducted 1993 Stephen Di Mugno was a true pioneer for the University of New Haven football program. He joined the team before football was a varsity sport and earned AllEastern Collegiate Club Football Conference honors as a defensive back. The 1973 roster listed Di- Mugno as a defensive back but he also spent time as a running back and as a punt returner. He gained 75 yards on 24 carries in his first start as a running back, the school’s best single game performance at the time. He finished second in scoring, third in rushing and was considered to be one of the best defensive players for the 1973 season. In 1974, DiMugno received a second term as captain and led the team in both interceptions and punt returns. Harry Boatswain Offensive Line (1987-90) • Inducted 1995 Harry Boatswain, of the former XFL, helped his team post a 30-10 overall record and accumulate more than 13,000 total yards and more than 1,200 points during his career. He earned All-New England first team honors in 1989 an 1990 as well as receiving All-ECAC honors as a senior. Boatswain capped his collegiate career with a spot on the Associated Press Small College All-America team. Boatswain became the highest draft pick from the University of New Haven when the San Francisco 49ers selected him in the fifth round of the 1991 NFL Draft. Boatswain was a member of the 1994 Super Bowl Championship team before signing with the Carolina Panthers. Brian Nugent Linebacker (1976-79) • Inducted 1996 Brian Nugent was a four-year starter for the Chargers, spending all four seasons as a linebacker. Nugent played both on offense and defense as a rookie before settling in as a full-time linebacker during his final three years. Nugent earned All-New England Football Conference honors three times and received a spot on the United Press International’s College Division All-New England Football team as a senior. In his senior season, Nugent was one of the football team’s tri-captains. Nugent’s teammates realized his contribution to the team by giving the linebacker back-to-back most valuable player honors. The Charger Bulletin, the student newspaper, selected Nugent as the school’s Male Athlete of the Year. Lionel Drew Maull Defensive Back (1983-86) • Inducted 1997 Maull received All-New England honors in each of his final three years with the Chargers program. The sprinter was a member of the 1600 meter relay team which participated in the 1985 NCAA indoor track and field championships. He was also a finalist in the 55 meters during the 1986 IC4A championships. Maull earned the University’s Track and Field most valuable athlete award in 1985 and 1986 in addition to his selection as the University’s athlete of the year in his senior season. Maull also played football during his four-year stay, earning the New Haven Gridiron Club’s most outstanding player award in 1983. Maull was later drafted by the Montreal Alouettes of the CFL. Chris Palmer Head Coach (1986-87) • Inducted 1997 Currently the offensive coordinator of the Houston Texans. Palmer was the former head coach of the Cleveland Browns. Palmer spent two seasons at the University of New Haven. He helped the program gain its first ever national ranking finishing the 1986 campaign with an 8-2 record and a No. 18 placement in the national poll.
Palmer watched the Blue and Gold improve on that ranking by concluding the 1987 season with an 8-2 slate and a No. 16 national placement. Palmer left the University of New Haven following the 1987 campaign to accept the head coaching position at Boston University. Palmer returned to the professional ranks as a coach with the Houston Oilers and New England Patriots. He was a member of the 1997 New England Patriots which captured the American Football Conference title and advanced to the Super Bowl. Tony Sparano Center/Head Coach (1978-81/1994-98) • Inducted 1999 Tony Sparano enters the Hall of Fame both as a player and as one of the most successful head coaches in school history. He was a member of the 1979 team that posted the first undefeated record in school history (8-0-1). As a head coach, Sparano posted a 41-14-1 record in five seasons at the helm of the Chargers. The highlight of Sparano’s five seasons was a 12-2 record in 1997 and a trip to the 1997 National Championship game in Florence, Alabama. Sparano posted a 4-2 record in NCAA Playoff competition. Sparano’s .732 winning percentage is third all-time among New Haven head coaches. Roger Graham Running Back (1991-1994) • Inducted 2000 Graham captured the 1993 Harlon Hill Trophy. He was a three-time All-American and a two-time Eastern College Athletic Conference Player of the Year. Named the Sports Illustrated College Player of the Week seven times during his career. He was a three-team First-Team All-New England, capturing the All-New England Rookie of the Year honor in 1991. Graham holds New Haven’s game, season and career record for most points and offensive touchdowns. The NCAA individual statistical champion in scoring (13.8 pts/game) and rushing (171.1 yds/game). Dave Haubner Offensive Lineman (1982-1985) • Inducted 2002 Dave Haubner starred as a four-year offensive guard at UNH, helping the team post its first winning season as a Division II program in 1985. He became the first New Haven football player to earn Kodak All-America honors and was also the first to garner a spot on two All-America teams in the same season. He received Kodak and Associated Press Small College All-America honors as a senior. In addition to those honors, Haubner was also an All-ECAC and All-New England lineman in both 1984 and 1985. Behind his play, the New Haven offense gained better than 10,000 yards and scored more than 625 points. Haubner protected a quarterback, Paul Kelly, who threw for 4,732 career yards, placing fifth in school history. Mario DiDino Offensive Line (1994-97) • Inducted 2004 In the storied tradition of the University of New Haven’s football program, Mario DiDino’s name is remembered as one of the all time great offensive linemen to wear a Charger uniform. During his four year career in which he started every game but two, the Chargers had a 36-9-1 record, highlighted by playing in the national championship game in 1997. The offense averaged 3,900 yards per season during his four year career and was ranked the number one offense in Division II in 1997 when it averaged 43.3 points per game. Among his numerous honors, DiDino was a two-time First-Team All-ECAC selection in 1996 and 1997, an AFCA All-American in 1997 and a Daktronics All-American in 1997.
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Tony Willis Receiver (1990-93) • Inducted 2011 The most decorated wide receiver in Charger football history, Tony Willis haunted opposing defenses from 1990-93. Willis enjoyed record-setting seasons, while the Chargers posted a 23-2 record and two NCAA Division II postseason appearances during his final two seasons. He was named to the All-Eastern College Athletic Conference Team and the All-New England First Team three-straight seasons. As a senior, he posted 71 catches for 1,074 yards and 11 touchdowns. Willis is also the only student-athlete to record back-to-back 1,000-yard receiving seasons in 1992 and 1993. In total, Willis holds all three of UNH’s career receiving records and ranks third in most points scored (228).
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John Raba Running Back (1989-92) • Inducted 2010 A standout student-athlete on both the football and men’s lacrosse teams, John Raba always competed at a high level. He was a feared runner and returner on the football field. In 1991, Raba enjoyed a career season on the gridiron. Raba led the team with 850 all purpose yards during his senior season as the team posted a record-tying 12 wins. He was a captain in 1992 and once again haunted kickoff teams with over 600 yards on 24 returns. The Massapequa, N.Y. native was named to the All-New England Second Team as a senior after leading the Chargers to their first appearance in the NCAA Division II postseason. Raba boasted a four-year football record of 30-13, while amassing over 1,300 return yards, 1,000 rushing yards and 850 receiving yards.
Mark Whipple Head Coach (1988-93) • Inducted 2012 The winningest coach in New Haven football history, Mark Whipple guided the Chargers from 1988 to 1993. In 1988 Whipple was named the fifth head coach in Charger football history, his first career head coaching position. Five years later, he took the Chargers to their first NCAA postseason and finished the season with program-best 12 wins. In total, Whipple amassed a 48-17 record in six seasons at the helm of the Chargers. He coached nine All-Americans and nearly 75 All-New England honorees. Since leaving UNH, Coach Whipple has continued to have great success at the collegiate and professional ranks.
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Rob Thompson Offensive Line (1985-88) • Inducted 2009 An All-American offensive lineman in 1988, Thompson helped guide New Haven to a 29-11 record during his four seasons. In 1987 Thompson’s offensive line, including Hall of Fame member Harry Boatswain, allowed only 16 sacks, while UNH threw for nearly 2,000 yards. In 1987, Thompson was named to the All-Eastern College Athletic Conference team and a year later
Greg Ortman Receiver (1983-86) • Inducted 2010 The 1986 University of New Haven football captain, Greg Ortman helped turn the Chargers from a 2-8 record his freshman year to an 8-2 record as a senior. A running back at Glen Ridge High School, Ortman eventually made the transition to an outstanding receiver during his four years at UNH. Ortman’s four-year totals include over 1,600 receiving yards, 129 receptions and 14 touchdowns. He’s one of only eight Chargers to amass over 1,600 receiving yards and at the time of his induction he ranked fifth at UNH in career receptions, eighth in career receiving touchdowns and ninth in receiving yards. Ortman also helped kick start a winning tradition at UNH. Including his senior season, the Chargers recorded five seasons with seven or more wins.
Ken Suhl Quarterback (1989-92) • Inducted 2012 Ken Suhl helped lead the New Haven football team from 1989-92 and anchored the program to its firstever NCAA Division II postseason appearance. During his career, Suhl quarterbacked the most potent passing attack in the nation and became a legend to Charger football. Throughout his career, Suhl passed for over 4,000 yards and led New Haven on a NCAA Division II postseason run to the national semifinals. The Greenfield, Mass. product currently ranks all over the UNH passing records, including eighth in career passing yards with 4,355, fourth in career passing touchdowns with 48 and eighth in career completions with 302. Along with his individual accolades, Suhl anchored a team which posted a four-year record of 30-13.
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Cazzie Kosciolek Quarterback (1997) • Inducted 2008 Cazzie Kosciolek quarterbacked the UNH football team to new heights in 1997, helping bring UNH into the national spotlight by leading the Chargers to the NCAA championship game in his only season in the blue and gold. UNH became the first school from the State of Connecticut to play in a college football title game and was at that time the smallest school in terms of enrollment to play for the national title. In 1997, Kosciolek finished third in the voting for the Harlon Hill Trophy after passing for 3,232 yards and 32 touchdowns to lead the NCAA’s highest-scoring offense (43.3 points per game). Cazzie amassed 905 yards and nine touchdown passes in the playoffs, and UNH finished that season 12-2 overall as the national runners-up. Kosciolek was named to the Associated Press Small College All-America Team and was also an All-New England and All-ECAC selection. Despite playing just the one season, Cazzie’s passing numbers put him in the career top 10 at UNH in completions, yardage and touchdowns. When including playoff statistics in his totals, no one in UNH history has passed for more yards in a season than Kosciolek, who earned his undergraduate degree at Boston University before transferring to UNH to finish out his eligibility.
Michael Horton Quarterback (1985-88) • Inducted 2010 A three-year starter, Michael Horton is one of the most prolific University of New Haven quarterbacks to ever wear a Chargers’ uniform. Posting a 23-7 record as a starter and three seasons with over 2,000 yards of total offense, the Vauxhall, N.J. native helped lead the Chargers to three consecutive seasons with seven or more wins. During his four seasons, the quarterback completed 509-of-998 pass attempts for 6,836 yards and 43 touchdowns. His 50.9 career completion percentage also ranks as one of the best in UNH history. His career set the stage for a very successful line of UNH quarterbacks in the years to follow. At the time of his graduation, Horton held every single UNH passing record.
Pierre Fils Receiver (1987-90) • Inducted 2012 A four-year member of the Charger football team, Pierre Fils helped lead the UNH receiving corps from 1987-90. An All-American selection as a senior, he was one of the most talented receivers and returners to ever wear a New Haven uniform. Throughout his career, Fils amassed 127 catches for 2,218 receiving yards and 19 touchdowns. He currently ranks fourth in career receiving yards, fifth in receiving touchdowns and sixth in receptions at New Haven. As a return specialist, the Monsey, N.Y. product added over 1,300 yards and a pair of touchdowns. Fils led the team his final three seasons in all-purpose yards and guided the Chargers up the Division II national rankings. The team also boasted a 30-10 overall record during his four seasons.
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Jesse D. Showerda Quarterback (1993-1996) • Inducted 2007 Showerda took over the starting quarterback role for his final two seasons and led UNH to a 17-4-1 record during that time - including a 10-1-1 mark in 1995. That season as a junior under head coach Tony Sparano, Showerda guided UNH back to the national stage as the Chargers advanced to the NCAA Division II national quarterfinals and a No. 5 final national ranking. One of the 1996 team captains, he threw a school-record 280 straight passes without an interception, and was the NCAA Division II passing efficiency leader with a 165.6 rating. He threw for 2,625 yards, 31 touchdowns and just three interceptions. That season, he was also ECAC Player of the Year, an AFCA Division II All-America selection, and a finalist for the Harlon Hill trophy. A native of Meriden, Conn. and a graduate of Platt High School, Showerda completed 59.9 percent of his passes for 5,703 yards, 57 touchdowns and just 17 interceptions in his four seasons at UNH.
received All-New England Collegiate Conference and All-American honors. Thompson went on to play professional football for two years after graduating from New Haven in 1989.
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Bill Gambardella Running Back (1982-85) • Inducted 2006 A true workhorse in the backfield, Bill Gambardella held every school record for rushing yardage after his senior season in 1985, and he saw those records stand for seven seasons. A West Haven native, Gambardella joined the Charger football program in 1982 when UNH moved to the Division II level. After helping the team to a 4-6 mark his freshman year, Bill developed into a major force on offense as a sophomore when he led the team in rushing with 634 yards on 131 carries with four touchdowns. Bill entered his senior season in good health and capped off his four years in a Charger uniform with a career high 832 yards on 171 carries with six TD’s. For his career, he ranks sixth on the all-time New Haven rushing list gaining 1,840 yards on 392 carries, an average of 4.7 yards per carry.
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UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATION Steven H. Kaplan, Ph.D., University President
Since becoming president of the University of New Haven in 2004, Steven H. Kaplan, Ph.D. has led the University of New Haven through a period of remarkable growth and development. In the past five years alone, enrollment has grown by 34 percent to more than 6,400 undergraduate and graduate students, who hail from 35 states and some 45 countries. Full-time undergraduate enrollment has grown by 59 percent and applications have increased by 176 percent. During this time, the University has completed over $100 million in construction projects and has launched 15 new academic programs. UNH now ranks among the top comprehensive universities in the North and boasts nationally ranked programs in a number of majors across business, criminal justice, engineering, forensic science, and the liberal arts and sciences. In recognition of his contributions to transforming the University, Dr. Kaplan was named “Businessman of the Year” by Business New Haven magazine in 2008. President Kaplan also was awarded the 2011 William M. Burke Presidential Award for Experiential Education by the National Society for Experiential Education. The award recognizes President Kaplan’s efforts to make UNH a national leader in experiential education, requiring every undergraduate student to complete an internship, an academic service learning experience, international study or a faculty-mentored research
project before graduation. Previously, Dr. Kaplan was chancellor and professor of English at the University of Virginia’s College at Wise, the only four-year branch campus of the University of Virginia and one of the nation’s best public colleges, according to U. S. News & World Report. Dr. Kaplan began his teaching career in 1982 as an Instructor of English at the University of Maryland, European Division. From 1985-1989, he served as Visiting Lecturer in American Studies at Eberhard-Karls Universität, Tübingen, Germany – one of the oldest and most highly regarded universities in Europe. After completing his doctoral studies at Eberhard-Karls Universität, he returned to the U.S. to teach English at the University of Southern Colorado. Within three years, he was made department chair, serving in that capacity for two years before becoming Director of the Center for International Studies. Dr. Kaplan also served as dean of Arts and Humanities at SUNY College at Buffalo and as Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Butler University. In addition to earning his Ph.D. in Comparative Literature at Eberhard-Karls Universität, Dr. Kaplan holds a Master of Arts degree (with a concentration in philosophy, German and English) from Eberhard-Karls Universität and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California at Los Angeles.
South Carolina Press; and an anthology of international war stories, published by the University Press of Colorado. He also has written a number of scholarly essays. Dr. Kaplan and his wife, Anemone Schweizer-Kaplan, are both ardent opera buffs and love to ballroom dance, hike and downhill ski. They share a great love for the visual and performing arts and have traveled to more than 30 countries during their 35 years together, including Tanzania, where they hiked up Mt. Kilimanjaro. They have a son and three daughters. Dr. Kaplan grew up in Chicago, the son of a shoe store owner and an actress-comedienne. He said his stepfather, Irving Glovin, taught him to love ideas and appreciate the contributions we all need to make to good causes. Irv Glovin was a good friend of Oskar Schindler, was instrumental in getting the story out in book and film form (he was associate producer of the film), and is President of the Oskar Schindler Humanitarian Foundation. Dr. Kaplan also serves on the board of the Foundation. Anemone Schweizer-Kaplan grew up in Southwest Germany. She holds the equivalent of an American M.A. in Secondary Education and taught at a German high school. She is a ceramics artist and taught German and pottery as an adjunct faculty member in Colorado and Virginia.
Dr. Kaplan is the author of a book on American translations of the poetry of Rainer Maria Rilke; a book on Tim O’Brien’s fiction, published by the University of
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Deborah Chin, Associate Vice President, Director of Athletics and Recreation Deborah Chin became the school’s fourth Director of Athletics in 1993, and currently oversees a department which sponsors 16 NCAA Division II varsity sports. She was elected to the prestigious position of Chair for the NCAA’s Division II Management Council for 2008 and was promoted to Associate Vice President, Director of Athletics and Recreation in 2010. UNH Athletics has enjoyed a high level of success across the board during Chin’s tenure as Director of Athletics, advancing to NCAA tournament over 50 times in 17-plus years. UNH has recently made a number of capital improvements to athletic and recreational facilities, including the construction of the multi-million dollar David A. Beckerman Student Recreation Center, a $1.3 million synthetic turf renovation of Kayo Field (soccer and lacrosse), as well as installation of stateof-the-art blue and gold synthetic turf at the new Ralph F. DellaCamera Stadium. In 2007, Chin spearheaded efforts to re-instate football as a varsity program and find UNH a new athletics conference that best fits the institution’s long-term academic and athletic aspirations. Both goals were accomplished when UNH announced on November 13, 2007 that it had been accepted as a full member of the prestigious Northeast-10 Conference, effective the 2008-09 academic year. After a five-year hiatus, the Charger football team returned to the gridiron in 2009, and have since won back-to-back conference championships and advanced to the NCAA Quarterfinals.
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A member of the University of New Haven staff since 1975, Chin began her UNH career as Coordinator of Women’s Athletics. She was responsible for starting the women’s intercollegiate athletic program at UNH, coaching volleyball, tennis, basketball and softball in the early years. Chin eventually surrendered all head coaching responsibilities, except volleyball, when she was promoted to Associate Director of Athletics in 1979. Among her numerous honors, Chin was named the NACWAA NCAA Division II Administrator of the Year in 2009 after serving as the D-II Management Council Chair. In 2007, the Connecticut Sportswriters’ Alliance presented Chin with the Gold Key Award, the state’s top sporting honor which recognizes significant contributions to athletics in the State of Connecticut. Chin won the NACDA/Continental Airlines Athletic Director of the Year for the Northeast Region in 199899 and was awarded the NACWAA Josten’s District I Administrator of the Year Award in 1997. Chin won the National Association for Girls and Women in Sports Presidential Award in March 1997 and was the Connecticut Post Woman of the Year in 1993. Chin has also earned the U.S. Volleyball Association Meritorious Service Award and the YMCA Women in Leadership Award. In 2010, she was honored as an Elm City Legend, an event which recognizes the greater New Haven region’s best in sports and community dedication. As head women’s volleyball coach, Chin fashioned a Hall of Fame resume - literally - earning induction into the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) Hall of Fame in December, 2006. Chin is also a member of the Connecticut Volleyball Hall of Fame (Inducted
October, 1998), the Connecticut Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame (April, 1999), and the Athletics Hall of Fame at her alma mater, SUNY-Cortland. In a 19-year career (1975-93) as head coach for the Chargers, she posted a 578-179 record (.764) and was at that time only the fifth Division II coach to win 500 career matches. The Chargers made 10 trips to the NCAA tournament during Chin’s reign, reaching the top five four times. Her awards include six AVCA Northeast Region Coach of the Year distinctions as well as eight New England Collegiate Conference Coach of the Year honors. Chin coached the Chargers to twelve 30-win seasons, including six straight. She is also recognized internationally as a top volleyball clinician. As an administrator, Chin has served on over 30 national and regional committees. In addition to her most recent position as Chair of the Division II Management Council, her resume includes terms as chairperson for the NCAA Division II Volleyball Committee (1988-92), the NCAA Division II Baseball Committee (1997-2001), the NCAA Northeast Regional Football Committee (1999-2003), and the NACDA John McLendon Minority Scholarship Committee (1999-present). She served four years on the NACWAA Board of Directors (1993-96), and acted as the Volleyball Commissioner for the 1995 Special Olympics World Games held in New Haven. A graduate of SUNY-Cortland with a Bachelor’s of Science in Physical Education, Chin earned her Master’s of Science degree in Physical Education from UNC-Greensboro.
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The Charger Athletics Club serves as a vital force in helping the University of New Haven Department of athletics continue its strong athletics tradition. The success of the athletic programs enhances the university’s reputation at both the regional and national levels.
Membership in the Charger Athletics Club is open to alumni, parents of student-athletes, faculty & staff, students and friends of athletics. The funds raised by the Charger Athletics Club help fund capital projects, which benefit all of the Charger athletic teams and help to enhance the game-day experiences of loyal fans, faculty, staff and the local community who support UNH student-athletes. All gifts to the Charger Athletics Club by alumni, parents, faculty, staff and friends will be counted in the university’s Annual Fund. By making an annual fund gift through the Charger Athletics Club donors are emphasizing the importance of athletics to the University community and helping student-athletes succeed on and off the field. Annual membership runs from July 1 through June 30 and is open to all for a minimum donation of $50. Visit www.NewHavenChargers.com to join in the tradition of success!
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CHARGER ATHLETICS POSTSEASON SUCCESS Men’s Cross Country NCAA National Qualifiers: 1979, 2001
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Women’s Cross Country NCAA National Qualifier: 2004
DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the department of intercollegiate athletics is to support the mission of the university and to integrate intercollegiate athletics into higher education so that the educational experience of the student-athlete is paramount. The department will provide growth opportunities to achieve in a nationally competitive intercollegiate program that attracts, nurtures and graduates student-athletes who under the guidance of a quality staff, represent the University of New Haven with character and integrity while achieving academic excellence, serving the community and pursuing excellence in their respective sports.
Baseball NCAA World Series: 1974, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1982, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1990, 1995, 1998; NCAA Regionals: 1972, 1973, 1976, 1981, 1983, 1989, 1993, 1994, 1996, 2001, 2003, 2006, 2010; NAIA World Series: 1966, 1970; NAIA Regionals: 1965, 1967, 1969 Men’s Basketball NCAA Regionals: 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 2003, 2004; NAIA: 1966, 1968, 1969 Women’s Basketball NCAA National Champions: 1987 NCAA Elite 8: 1988; NCAA Regionals: 1986, 1989, 2003, 2006, 2007 Football NCAA Runner-up: 1997; NCAA Semifinals: 1992; NCAA Regionals: 1993, 1995, 2011 Men’s Golf NCAA 7th place: 1970; NCAA Regionals: 2004, 2005; NCAA Nationals: 2004; NCAA Regionals (Individual): 2006, 2007 Men’s Lacrosse NCAA Regionals: 1977, 1978 Women’s Lacrosse NCAA Regionals: 2009 Men’s Track & Field NCAA National Qualifiers: 1975, 1976, 1978, 1980, 1981, 1984, 1985, 1991, 1992, 1995, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2001, 2004, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012 Women’s Track & Field NCAA National Champions: 2011 (5) NCAA National Qualifiers: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 Men’s Soccer NCAA Runner-up: 1976; NCAA Semifinals: 1977, 1984; NCAA Regionals: 1972, 1975, 1978, 1981, 1983; NAIA: 1970 Women’s Soccer NCAA Regionals: 2005, 2006 Softball NCAA Regionals: 1995, 1996, 2004, 2005, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 Women’s Volleyball NCAA Elite 8: 1984, 1985, 1988, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1999, 2002, 2008; NCAA Regionals: 1983, 1986, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1998, 2000, 2001, 2003, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2011; EAIAW: 1978, 1981
DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS PHILOSOPHY Higher education has lasting importance on an individual’s future success. For this reason, the emphasis for the student-athlete experience at the University of New Haven is a comprehensive program of learning and development in a personal setting. As an NCAA Division II program, our approach provides growth opportunities through academic achievement, learning in high-level athletic competition and development of positive societal attitudes in service to community. The balance and integration of these different areas of learning opportunity provide our student-athletes a path to graduation while cultivating a variety of skills and knowledge for life ahead. The University of New Haven seeks to provide the world with leaders who can make a positive difference in a global society. Studentathletes are afforded unique opportunities for leadership because of the visibility provided through athletics competition. UNH’s intercollegiate program provides opportunities for its student-athletes to develop moral virtues, such as courage, self-confidence, and integrity and to learn communication and teamwork skills associated with outstanding leadership. Thus the Department of Athletics helps the University satisfy its primary aspiration, which is to prepare students to lead purposeful and fulfilling lives in a global society through experiential, collaborative, and discovery-based learning. The Department of Athletics is committed to delivering intercollegiate athletics programs that are consistent with the University’s mission and generates the trust and support of its various constituencies. The goal of the department is to field sports teams that compete successfully against other NCAA Division II teams while upholding the academic standards of the University of New Haven. The department is also committed to conducting its programs in strict adherence to the policies, rules and regulations set by the University’s administration, Board of Governors, the NCAA and the Northeast-10 Conference. Through its programs, the department gives its student-athletes of different genders, races, religions, national origins and sexual orientation opportunities to participate in intercollegiate competition. The intercollegiate program will function free of discrimination with a University commitment to the adherence to Title IX and the Office of Civil Rights guidelines. A major goal of the Department of Athletics is to help student-athletes realize the full potential of their athletic abilities while also increasing their intellectual capabilities and providing them a meaningful opportunity to earn a baccalaureate degree. The department will not compromise its commitment to educate and graduate its student-athletes. Department of Athletics personnel are expected to represent the University in a manner consistent with UNH’s principles and values. All personnel are expected to perform their responsibilities with the highest standards of integrity, ethical behavior and sportsmanship at all times. Coaches and staff are expected to treat student-athletes fairly and with respect and to facilitate leadership that helps them mature physically, intellectually, emotionally and socially. DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS HIGHLIGHTS • The UNH women’s volleyball team has reached the NCAA Sweet 16 eighteen times since 1983, and advanced to the NCAA Elite Eight 11 times, including an Elite Eight appearance in 2008. • Baseball has consistently been ranked as one of the winningest Division II programs in NCAA history. Baseball Coach Emeritus Frank “Porky” Vieira retired after the 2006 season as Division II’s all-time winningest coach by percentage, and logged 1,127 career victories. The team has appeared in 17 College World Series and made 32 Regional appearances. Baseball has also produced nine major league players, including former Cy Young winner Steve Bedrosian of the Philadelphia Phillies. • Women’s Basketball won the NCAA Division II National Championship in 1987. • The football program has appeared in five NCAA playoffs, earning runner-up status in 1997. That title-game appearance made UNH the only football team in the State of Connecticut to ever compete for a national title and the smallest school (in terms of enrollment) to compete for an NCAA Championship. • Women’s track and field has produced arguably the most successful individual student-athlete in Charger history. Shannon Gagne won five national championships during the 2010-11 academic year and helped bring the program a fourth place finish at the 2011 National Championship meet. • Tailback Roger Graham won the 1993 Harlon Hill Trophy as the top Division II Football Player in the nation.