Raleigh, North Carolina - Saint Augustine's College will host Winston-Salem State University in a CIAA Southern Division football game Saturday (Oct. 8) at O'Kelly-Riddick Stadium on North Carolina Central University's campus in Durham, N.C. Game time is 1:30 p.m.
The Falcons (2-3 overall, 1-2 CIAA) are shooting for their second consecutive win over the unbeaten Rams (5-0, 4-0 CIAA), ranked 16th in the latest AFCA Division II Coaches' Poll. In 2010, the Falcons won a 40-35 thriller in Winston-Salem, N.C., en route to a record 9-2 season and a Pioneer Bowl title. The Rams were undefeated and nationally-ranked at the time.
The Falcons are 2-0 at home in Durham, N.C., this season. They are averaging 32 points in home games.
Tickets are $20 for the general public. They can be purchased online at www.saintaugfalcons.com and www.st-aug.edu. Gates open at 11:30 a.m.
By Saint Augustine's College Sports Information Office
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Monday, October 3, 2011
Alabama A&M football: Milton's patience pays off
HUNTSVILLE, Alabama - G'Alonzo Milton was Alabama A&M's top returning receiver from last year. The 6-0, 205-pound junior had 30 receptions for 517 yards and four touchdowns, but hadn't been much of a factor through the Bulldogs' first four games this season, managing just eight catches for 57 yards and a touchdown.
That all changed Saturday. Milton almost equaled his season total with seven catches for 87 yards and four touchdowns.
"I just stayed patient," Milton said. "Obviously, my time came and they can depend on me now. I'm going to enjoy this, but I'm going to stay humble. We've got a lot of mistakes to fix. We've got to keep working and prepare for next week."
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That all changed Saturday. Milton almost equaled his season total with seven catches for 87 yards and four touchdowns.
"I just stayed patient," Milton said. "Obviously, my time came and they can depend on me now. I'm going to enjoy this, but I'm going to stay humble. We've got a lot of mistakes to fix. We've got to keep working and prepare for next week."
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Albany State Finding New Ways to Win
ALBANY, GA -- The 11 hour bus rides from Albany to Indianapolis and back to the “Good Life City” may have taken some shine off of Albany State's trip to the Circle City Classic (the Rams returned to Albany at 7 am on Sunday).
But make no doubt about it- ASU was still gleaming from Saturday’s 57-31 win over Kentucky State at Lucas Oil Stadium. The Golden Rams sealed Saturday’s game against the KSU Thorobreds in strange fashion for 2011 standards- by scoring on defense and special teams.
In a sequence to start the fourth quarter, ASU picked off a pass for a score and Orion Ponder returned a kick-off 89 yards for another touchdown in a span of 34 seconds (KSU returned a kick-off of their own in between). However, after all the dust settled- Albany State led 43-19, and didn’t look back.
“We needed it then. Right then in the third quarter, I thought our offense kind of sputtered...we got the big interception. They came back with their return and boy, what a lift for us to come back and Ponder got his return,” ASU head football coach Mike White said.
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But make no doubt about it- ASU was still gleaming from Saturday’s 57-31 win over Kentucky State at Lucas Oil Stadium. The Golden Rams sealed Saturday’s game against the KSU Thorobreds in strange fashion for 2011 standards- by scoring on defense and special teams.
In a sequence to start the fourth quarter, ASU picked off a pass for a score and Orion Ponder returned a kick-off 89 yards for another touchdown in a span of 34 seconds (KSU returned a kick-off of their own in between). However, after all the dust settled- Albany State led 43-19, and didn’t look back.
“We needed it then. Right then in the third quarter, I thought our offense kind of sputtered...we got the big interception. They came back with their return and boy, what a lift for us to come back and Ponder got his return,” ASU head football coach Mike White said.
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Despite loss, B-CU Wildcats energized for MEAC
MIAMI GARDENS -- There were many cheers emanating from the Bethune-Cookman sideline during its game with Miami on Saturday at Sun Life Stadium.
There were none in the final minutes when the Hurricanes were pouring it on in a 45-14 victory over the Wildcats. But that's when perhaps the best news of the day occurred relating to B-CU's prospects this season.
Eight minutes before the B-CU-Miami game ended at 6:55 p.m., Norfolk State had finished off its 17-14 upset victory over South Carolina State, giving the Wildcats hope for a chance to win at least a piece of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference title.
B-CU's fate is still not entirely in its hands. It has to win the rest of its MEAC games and it also needs either S.C. State to lose another, or Hampton or another eventual one-loss team to win out, forcing a three-way tie.
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There were none in the final minutes when the Hurricanes were pouring it on in a 45-14 victory over the Wildcats. But that's when perhaps the best news of the day occurred relating to B-CU's prospects this season.
Eight minutes before the B-CU-Miami game ended at 6:55 p.m., Norfolk State had finished off its 17-14 upset victory over South Carolina State, giving the Wildcats hope for a chance to win at least a piece of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference title.
B-CU's fate is still not entirely in its hands. It has to win the rest of its MEAC games and it also needs either S.C. State to lose another, or Hampton or another eventual one-loss team to win out, forcing a three-way tie.
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Quarterback Troast rewards Prairie View's faith in him
Prairie View, Texas -- Prairie View A&M coach Heishma Northern ruled out quarterback Jerry Lovelocke at halftime of Saturday's game against Grambling State after the freshman injured his right ankle.
But Northern left it up to offensive coordinator Mark Orlando to pick Lovelocke's replacement. Orlando chose experience over youth, going with former starter Jonathan Troast instead of true freshman De'Auntre Smiley. He made the right call.
Troast threw for 312 yards and a career-high four touchdowns with zero interceptions to help lead the Panthers to a 31-23 victory Saturday night at the Cotton Bowl. The senior completed 21 of 27 passes operating out of Orlando's no-huddle offense.
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But Northern left it up to offensive coordinator Mark Orlando to pick Lovelocke's replacement. Orlando chose experience over youth, going with former starter Jonathan Troast instead of true freshman De'Auntre Smiley. He made the right call.
Troast threw for 312 yards and a career-high four touchdowns with zero interceptions to help lead the Panthers to a 31-23 victory Saturday night at the Cotton Bowl. The senior completed 21 of 27 passes operating out of Orlando's no-huddle offense.
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FAMU Homecoming 2011: This Is How We Do It
Sunday, October 2nd
12:00 p.m -- 03:00 p.m "SUM DAY", Location TBA
01:00 p.m -- 03:00 p.m Coronation "Mr. & Miss FAMU", Lee Hall Auditorium
03:00 p.m -- 05:00 p.m Coronation Ball, Grand Ballroom
07:00 p.m -- 11:00 p.m Homecoming "Kick-Off Bash", Recreational Fields
Monday, October 3rd
11:00 p.m -- 01:00 p.m Homecoming "Spirit/Run Walk", CAMPUS RECREATION
01:00 p.m -- 03:00 p.m Homecoming "Spirit Rally", The Set
03:00 p.m -- 06:00 p.m Health & Safety Fair, FAMU PARK
07:00 p.m -- 10:00 p.m "Comedy/Talent Showcase", Multi-Purpose Teaching Gym
Tuesday, October 4th
10:00 a.m -- 12:00 p.m Educational "Seminar", Location TBA
12:00 p.m -- 02:00 p.m Royal Luncheon "Mr. & Miss FAMU" {Invite Only} Grand Ballroom
07:00 p.m -- 10:00 p.m "Dorm Step Show", Multi-Purpose Teaching Gym
Wednesday, October 5th
12:00 p.m -- 04:00 p.m SGA Annual Homecoming BBQ, Recreational Fields
12:00 p.m -- 04:00 p.m BET College Tour, Recreational Fields
07:00 p.m -- 10:00 p.m "Fashion Show" White Party, Recreational Fields
Thursday, October 6th
10:00 a.m -- 12:00 p.m Educational "Seminar", Location TBA12:00a.m -- 05:00 p.m "Block Party", FAMU PARK
06:00 p.m -- 09:00 p.m "Class of the Classes & Powder Puff Games", Recreational Fields
Friday, October 7th
10:10 a.m -- 12:10 p.m "Convocation", Gaither Gymnasium
01:00 p.m -- 03:00 p.m Homecoming "Spirit Rally" Gaither Gymnasium
06:00 p.m -- 10:00 p.m President's Gala, Multi-Purpose Teaching Gymnasium
07:00 p.m -- 11:00 p.m National Pan-Hellenic "Greek Step Show", Leon Co. Civic Center
08:00 p.m -- 11:00 p.m "Gospel Concert", Lee Hall Auditorium
Saturday, October 8th
08:00 a.m -- 11:00 p.m Parade/Judging of Floats, {Frenchtown & Downtown Route}
01:00 p.m -- 03:00 p.m Homecoming "Tailgate", BRAGG STADIUM 03:00 p.m -- 07:00 p.m Football Game, FAMU vs. Howard, Bragg Stadium
07:00 p.m -- 09:00 p.m "Old School/New School" Crab Boil, FAMU Track
Sunday, October 9th
12:00 p.m -- 04:00 p.m Rattler Fever Clean-Up, Bragg Stadium & The Set
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Albany State Runs Circles Around Kentucky State
INDIANAPOLIS, IN -- Five weeks in to the 2011 Albany State football year and the Golden Rams have their first complete victory of the season.
ASU clicked in all facets of the game defeating Kentucky State 57-31 in the 28th Annual Circle City Classic from Indianapolis. The Golden Rams led at the half 29-13, and blew it open in the fourth quarter with two touchdowns from unexpected outlets.
Rams cornerback Brandon Brown returned an interception 34 yards for a touchdown in the first minute of the fourth quarter. The Rams immediately gave up a 91 yard kick-off return for a touchdown before Orion Ponder responded with an 89 yard touchdown return.
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Defense sets tone for Albany State in Circle City Classic
The defense set the tone early and the offense took over late for Albany State University in its first Circle City Classic appearance Saturday afternoon. The Golden Rams forced three first-quarter turnovers in a 57-31 victory over Kentucky State at Lucas Oil Stadium.
"It was a great atmosphere and I think the guys rose to the occasion," Golden Rams coach Mike White said.
The win is the Georgia school's eighth straight over the Thorobreds. The Golden Rams came within two points of matching the Classic record for points. Florida A&M scored 59 points against Hampton in 1996.
"We've got the receivers, we've got the running backs, we're just a good offensive team," Golden Rams receiver Orion Ponder said.
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Circle City Classic notebook: Thorobreds, Golden Rams enjoy their first appearance
Kentucky State football coach Wayne Dickens wasn't pleased with his team's performance Saturday, but he was happy about the opportunity to play in the Circle City Classic for the first time.
Albany State beat the Thorobreds 57-31 in front of an announced crowd of 36,831 at Lucas Oil Stadium. "This is a great stadium and you can't ask for a better atmosphere," said Dickens, whose previous trip to Lucas Oil Stadium was to watch the NFL Scouting Combine.
Albany State was also making its first appearance in the Classic. Golden Rams coach Mike White said the chance to play on the same field as the Indianapolis Colts was well worth the 12-hour bus ride his team made from its campus in Georgia.
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ASU clicked in all facets of the game defeating Kentucky State 57-31 in the 28th Annual Circle City Classic from Indianapolis. The Golden Rams led at the half 29-13, and blew it open in the fourth quarter with two touchdowns from unexpected outlets.
Rams cornerback Brandon Brown returned an interception 34 yards for a touchdown in the first minute of the fourth quarter. The Rams immediately gave up a 91 yard kick-off return for a touchdown before Orion Ponder responded with an 89 yard touchdown return.
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Defense sets tone for Albany State in Circle City Classic
The defense set the tone early and the offense took over late for Albany State University in its first Circle City Classic appearance Saturday afternoon. The Golden Rams forced three first-quarter turnovers in a 57-31 victory over Kentucky State at Lucas Oil Stadium.
"It was a great atmosphere and I think the guys rose to the occasion," Golden Rams coach Mike White said.
The win is the Georgia school's eighth straight over the Thorobreds. The Golden Rams came within two points of matching the Classic record for points. Florida A&M scored 59 points against Hampton in 1996.
"We've got the receivers, we've got the running backs, we're just a good offensive team," Golden Rams receiver Orion Ponder said.
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Circle City Classic notebook: Thorobreds, Golden Rams enjoy their first appearance
Kentucky State football coach Wayne Dickens wasn't pleased with his team's performance Saturday, but he was happy about the opportunity to play in the Circle City Classic for the first time.
Albany State beat the Thorobreds 57-31 in front of an announced crowd of 36,831 at Lucas Oil Stadium. "This is a great stadium and you can't ask for a better atmosphere," said Dickens, whose previous trip to Lucas Oil Stadium was to watch the NFL Scouting Combine.
Albany State was also making its first appearance in the Classic. Golden Rams coach Mike White said the chance to play on the same field as the Indianapolis Colts was well worth the 12-hour bus ride his team made from its campus in Georgia.
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