Charlotte 49ers Football Primer: A quick look at Chowan

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina  --  We began our Charlotte 49ers football spring primer series by looking at the Charlotte 49ers’ first opponent, Campbell. We move on to September 7, when the Chowan Hawks pay a visit to the Queen City.

Chowan Hawks
September 7, 2013
McColl-Richardson Field
Last year: 6-4 (5-2 CIAA)
Head Coach: Tim Place (5th season)

The Division II Hawks enjoyed a 5-2 record in the CIAA last year and a 6-4 record overall, good for its first winning season since 1999. Part of the reason was the play of quarterback Cameron Stover; the junior threw for 2,358 yards, 19 touchdowns and just nine interceptions in 2012. Stover is back for his senior season, and joining him will be his leading receivers: sophomore Ryan Nolan (led the team in receiving last year in route to a CIAA All-Rookie selection) and juniors Antjuan Randall and JR Williams–the trio combined for 109 catches, 1,562 yards and 12 touchdowns. The trio stepped up in the absence of first-team selection Robert Holland, who went down in week one against Livingstone. In the backfield, the Hawks will be missing leading rusher Elliot Smalls, and they’ll look to younger players to fill the gap. The offensive line will feature some questions, as well, as CIAA first team postseason pick Jobari Coleman-Wilson has graduated; the unit still has some depth going into next season.

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