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2010 Media Guide

Punter Patrick Dolan

Head CoachCharlie Stubbs

Offensive Lineman Brandon Ward

Defensive Back Bobby Felder

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The Colonels are coming to get...

YOU!

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2010 Media Guide CreditsThe 2010 Nicholls State University football media guide was produced by the Nicholls Office of Media

Relations for Athletics to assist media members in their coverage of Colonel football. Should you need any additional information regarding football or Nicholls athletics in general, please contact the Nicholls Office Media Relations for Athletics at (985) 448-4281 without hesitation.

The 2010 Nicholls State University football media guide was written, edited, and researched by Director of Media Relations Brandon Rizzuto. Editorial assistance was provided by Events Coordinator Michelle Keife. Also special thanks to opposing SID offices for their assistance and members of the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff’s Office for all their hard work and dedication.

Photography is accredited to Misty McElroy, University Photojournalist, and Lisa Neil. Jerad David, assistant director of University Printing and Design Services, designed the media guide. The book was printed on campus as well and could not have been produced without the hard work of pressman Wayne Molaison. A special thanks goes out to Gerard Waguespack, Gerard Lotz, Lisa Neal, Mike Davis and all the student workers for all of the hard work and dedication that you give to the program each and every season.

All apparel worn by coaches and players in the 2010 football media guide was provided by John’s Tuxedos of Metairie, La.

Quick FactsLocation: ..............................................................................................................Thibodaux, La. 70301Enrollment: ...................................................................................................................................... 7,181Founded: ........................................................................................................................................... 1948Nickname: ................................................................................................................................. ColonelsColors: .............................................................................................................................. Red and GrayConference: .......................................................................................Southland Conference (I-FCS)President: ........................ Dr. Stephen T. Hulbert (State University of New York at Albany ’72)Athletics Director: .................................................................. Rob Bernardi (Cal-Northridge ’83)Associate AD/SWA: .............................................................. Do Bonin (Northwestern State ’77)Athletic Department Phone: ..................................................................................... (985) 448-4794Ticket Office Phone: ................................................................................................... (985) 448-4791

Staff InformationHead Coach: ......................................................... Charlie Stubbs (Brigham Young University ‘78)Stubbs at Nicholls: .................................................................................................... 0-0/First SeasonsStubbs Overall: ................................................................................................................................SameStubbs’ Office Phone: ................................................................................................. (985) 448-4802Best Time to Reach Stubbs: .....................................Through SID, Weekly SLC Conference CallOffensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks: ...........Charlie Stubbs (Brigham Young University ’78)Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers: ................. Jeremy Atwell (Southeast Missouri State ‘99)Offensive Line: .......................................................Keith Uperesa (Brigham Young University ‘84)Special Teams/Safeties: .........................................................Bobby April (Louisiana-Lafayette ’04)Running Backs/Recruiting Coordinator: ...........................Chuck Hepola (Evangel College ’91)Wide Receivers: ................................................. Justin Anderson (Brigham Young University ’02)Cornerbacks: ............................................................................Edward Dillon (Grand Canyon ’09)Defensive Line: ....................................................................................Dustin Gisclair (Nicholls ’07)Tight Ends: ............................................................................................Adam Gardner (Nicholls ’04)Head Athletic Trainer: .....................................................................................Shaun Duhe (LSU ’02)Strength and Conditioning:..................................................................Brain Thomas (Nicholls ‘03)Equipment Manager: .....................................................Kerry Conner (Northwestern State ’03)

Team Information2009 Overall Record: ........................................................................................................................3-82009 Southland Conference Record: .............................................................................................2-52009 Home Record: ..........................................................................................................................2-32009 Road Record: ............................................................................................................................1-5Letterwinners Returning: ..............................................36 (15 offense, 21 defense, 11 specialist)Letterwinners Lost: .......................................................... 28 (10 offense, 18 defense, 5 specialist)Offensive Starters Returning: ............................................................................................................. 5Offensive Starters Lost: ....................................................................................................................... 6Defensive Starters Returning: ............................................................................................................. 4Defensive Starters Lost: ....................................................................................................................... 7Specialists Returning: ............................................................................................................................ 8Specialists Lost: ...................................................................................................................................... 3Home Field/Capacity ....................................................................................Guidry Stadium/12,800Playing Surface: .....................................................................................................AstroTurf 3D GrassBase Offense: ......................................................................................................................Multiple ProBase Defense: ..................................................................................................................... Multiple 4-3

Athletic Media RelationsDirector of Media Relations/Football contact: ...............Brandon Rizzuto (New Orleans ’06)Rizzuto’s Office Number: .......................................................................................... (985) 448-4281Rizzuto’s Mobile Number: ......................................................................................... (504) 782-3590Sports Information Fax Number: ........................................................................... (985) 448-4814Rizzuto’s Email Address: ..................................................................brandon.rizzuto@nicholls.eduRizzuto’s Alternate Email Address: .............................................................brizzuto15@gmail.com

Ass. Director of Media Relations: ...............................................Charlie Gillingham (Indiana ’06)Volunteer Assistant: .................................................................. Gerard Waguespack (Nicholls ’91)Football Presss Box Number/Score Updates: ......................... (985) 448-4845/(985) 804-8652Nicholls Athletics Website: ............................................................www.geauxcolonels.comSports Information Mailing Address: ..................................P.O. Box 2032, Thibodaux, La. 70310Sports Information Mailing Address: ................ Barker Hall, Room 147, Thibodaux, La., 70310

Radio InformationFlagship Station:......................................................................................KLRZ, 100.3 FM, Larose, La.Play-By-Play: ............................................................................................................ Brennan MatherneMatherne’s Cell Phone Number: ............................................................................. (985) 258-2575Color Commentator: ...................................................................................................... Seth Thomas

Noteworthy Offensive StartersLaQuintin Caston (QB/5-10/190/So.)Brandon Johnson (RB/5-10/190/Sr.)Charles McDade (OL/6-0/300/Sr.)

Noteworthy Defensive StartersMarquis Russell (DE/6-2/250/Sr/)Bobby Felder (CB/5-11/195/Jr.)Ed James (LB/6-1/215/Sr.)Darrell Brown (DL/6-2/270/So.)

Noteworthy Specialist StartersPatrick Dolan (K/P/6-1/180/Sr.)Bobby Felder (PR/CB/5-11/195/Jr.)Brandon Johnson (KR/RB/5-10/190/Sr.)

Returning Statistical LeadersRushing GP/GS Att. Yards Avg. TD1. LaQuintin Caston 10/8 123 229 2.0 42. Earvin Moore 10/6 14 141 10.1 2Passing GP/GS Comp. Att. Pct. Yards Int. TD1. LaQuintin Caston 10/8 45 100 45.0 779 3 8Receiving GP/GS Rec. Yards Avg. Avg/G TD1. Donovan Tate 10/10 13 159 12.2 17.7 0Tackles GP/GS Solo Assist Tot. Int. TFL/Yards1. Bobby Felder 11/11 38 16 54 2 4.5/122. Ed James 11/11 26 20 46 0 5.5/11

All Southland Conference Consideration- Patrick Dolan, P/K- Bobby Felder, CB/KR- Ed James, LB- Brandon Johnson, RB- Marquis Russell, DE

All-American Consideration- Patrick Dolan, P/K- Bobby Felder, CB/KR

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The Colonels ended their 2009 campaign with two wins, both in conference and against in-state foes, and will enter the 2010 season with a new Head Coach and a new offensive philosophy – a passing philosophy.

Charlie Stubbs, a 30-year college coaching veteran and author of three books on executing a successful offense, became the ninth head coach in the program’s history in January, and at his inaugural press conference, he stressed his plan:

“I want to win now,” said Stubbs at the press conference. “I know it will take time to transition, and the administration has given me the opportunity to build a program the right way with incoming freshman and some transfers. Getting high-quality student-athletes in our program is a necessity to build a solid foundation.”

Stubbs has worked with some of the best to ever play the game, including many that have gone on to play professionally like Shaun Alexander, Isaac Bruce, Kennan McCardell, Harry Douglas, and Brian Brohm to name a few. His knowledge of the game, tireless work ethic, and astute attention to detail has come to land him the nickname ‘The Mad Scientist.’

His offensive strategies and play calling as the Offensive Coordinator will reflect that in 2010.

“I’m excited about the challenges ahead. We have a tremendous amount of work to do as we bring in an influx of new schemes. Our non-conference schedule is challenging, and to have success, we are going to have to come together early as a team.”

OFFeNSe:Goodbye Triple-Option, hello

Multiple-Pro. Nicholls will be using a new style of attack in 2010 under Head Coach Charlie Stubbs, one that is geared to moving the ball through the air latterly and with some witty innovation.

Stubbs brings with him the ability to revamp and renovate quickly when it comes to schemes and executing, having overhauled Tulsa’s offense in 2003 to the No. 28 scoring offense in

the nation – 73 spots higher than the previous season – and to an appearance in the Humanitarian Bowl.

From there, Stubbs steadied the Golden Hurricanes over the next two seasons, capturing the 2005 C-USA Championship and the 2006 Liberty Bowl.

The same basic blueprint from that 2003 season at Tulsa is in place for the Nicholls 2010 season.

“[At Tulsa] we did a good job of working with what was already there, talent-wise, and made some things happen for us,” said Stubbs. “Here, we have a lot of skill improvement to do, and many of our returning players have to work on numerous things to get better as players.”

“We will be emphasizing certain things in our schemes and packages that were not emphasized before, making it difficult at first, but I’m confident we will get better. Our fall camp is critical, coming together as a team is vital to our success.”

DeFeNSe:While the offense will have a

complete makeover, the defense will still run the same Multiple 4-3 packages it ran the previous year, but with a lot more creativity on the pressure schemes under second year Defensive Coordinator Jeremy Atwell.

Last season, the Colonels were plagued with injuries in the defensive backfield and at linebacker, and it showed as Nicholls finished the 2009 campaign last in total defense in the Southland Conference.

However, when the entire group was at full health during the last three games of the season, Nicholls played its best defensively and led the squad to two victories. The group even held a lead over Southland Champion Stephen F. Austin in the fourth quarter, forcing the Lumberjacks to come from behind for the win.

“We are bringing in newcomers to mix with our returning players, and we are going to have to get better in a hurry in all areas. Competition for playing time is needed in all areas to motivate our student-athletes in

practice and on game day, which I am certain we will have in fall camp,” said Stubbs.

The defense will return some solid players, including junior two-year letterman Bobby Felder at defensive back. Felder closed out the 2009 season with two interceptions against Southeastern La., one of which he returned for a touchdown. It was his first collegiate touchdown, and enters the season with three career interceptions, all against Lions.

Also, the defense will turn to senior defensive end Marquis Russell on the defense forefront for pressuring the quarterback. Russell had 27 total tackles with 4.5 for a loss, 2.5 sacks, two forced fumbles, a fumble recovery and an interception in his first season with the Colonels in 2009.

“Stressing the basics and getting fundamentally sound will be our focus in fall camp,” added Stubbs. “We are going to stress takeaways and not giving up the big play mostly, and we are going to need that and more from our defense to have success.”

SPeCIAL TeAMSThe special teams unit is perhaps the

most sound area heading into the 2010 season with preseason All-American and two-time All-Southland selection senior punter Patrick Dolan. Dolan has finished the past two seasons in the nations Top-10 for punting average, and has steadily improved every year in the Colonels system.

On top of the punting game being a bright spot, Nicholls will also feature the guidance of Bobby April III, who is regarded by many as an up-and-coming coach with a high level of energy. April is the son of former Colonel Bobby April Jr., who is currently the Special Teams Coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles.

“Special teams are highly emphasized, and that will be apparent as we will have a good amount of our starters involved in all phases,” said Stubbs. “Bobby is very energetic, and his players feed off of that. I’m excited about the game plans and his creativity.”

Although Dolan handled kickoff

duties as a sophomore, and former Colonel Ross Schexnayder anchored the field goal duties the last two seasons, Nicholls will not have an experienced leg on the collegiate level at kicker to start the season. Dolan and his younger brother Andrew, who will embark on his freshman season, enters the 2010 campaign as Nicholls kicker.

The kick return game will be aided by junior Kendrex Salter, who returns experience at the position, while returning punts will feature a completely new face as Dominique Daniels, who signed a professional contract with the Atlanta Falcons, graduated.

“We will be assessing our return game in fall camp, identifying playmakers at the positions,” added Stubbs. “This aspect will be very important to our success, and we are expecting a lot from whoever steps up in the fall.”

SCheDuLeThe Colonels will open up their 2010

campaign with three consecutive road games, all against Division I-Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) foes with the first coming against San Diego State on September 4. The Aztecs finished 2009 with a 4-8 overall record that included a 2-6 record in the Mountain West Conference.

After the trip out west, the Colonels will head north to play Western Michigan on Sept. 11. The Broncos finished 2009 with a 5-7 record that also consisted of a 4-4 record in the Mid-American Conference. The following week for Nicholls will feature a short trip to Mobile, Ala. to take on South Alabama on Sept. 18. This will be the Jaguars first year of football on the Division I level.

“We are excited about the high level of Division I competition that we will play to start the season. Playing teams such as San Diego State, Western Michigan and South Alabama can only help us grow and mature as a team in time for conference play,” said Stubbs.

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serve as the university’s homecoming. Kickoff for the homecoming game is set for 4 p.m. at Manning Field built by AstroTurf in John L. Guidry Stadium.

The Colonels will then enjoy an open date on Oct. 2 before picking up league action against Sam Houston State on Oct. 9 at home. The Bearkats took last year’s game, 44-21, and have won the last four in the series. Nicholls will follow up their bout with the Bearkats with a trip to Texas State on Oct. 16.

After their contest against the Bobcats, Nicholls returns to Guidry Stadium to face conference rival Central Arkansas on Oct. 23. UCA defeated Nicholls 42-13 last season in Conway, avenging a 20-17 loss a year before in Thibodaux to the Colonels.

Nicholls will travel to longtime rival McNeese State on Oct. 30. The last time the two teams met in Lake Charles, the Colonels won a 38-35 thriller. It was the first victory for Nicholls at McNeese State in 10 years.

The Colonels will then round out its 2010 schedule with two of its last three games at home. The first comes against defending Southland Conference Champion Stephen F. Austin on Nov. 6. SFA barely squeaked by Nicholls last season in Nacogdoches, scoring late to get a 31-27 win.

After a Nov. 13 game at in-state rival Northwestern State, Nicholls will return home to face Southeastern La. on Thursday Nov. 18 to close out the season. The Colonels defeated both squads last season, marking the club’s only two wins in conference action in 2009.

“The schedule is challenging, and as we change offensive philosophy, I suspect there to be a learning curve. However, I am thankful for having a group of young men that are serious about their education and athletic careers. We are all very excited to get under way,” said Stubbs.

WIDe ReCeIveRSThe receiving corps will no longer

be just a deep threat or a ‘Hail Mary’ toss out of desperation when trailing in a game, but instead under the direction

of Coach Stubbs, will be one of the main focal points of the offense.

Nicholls enters the season with a total of 10 wide receivers and six tight ends on the roster, which is more than the Colonels had on the last two seasons combined. However, with the numbers high at the position, Nicholls enters the season with a receiving group that does not have a single player with a reception to his credit on the collegiate level except for Donovan Tate who will redshirt in 2010.

“With the combination of the young men we have on our roster now, and with the incoming freshman and transfers we have joining us in the fall, I am confident that we will have great competition at the position,” said Stubbs. “We will have to mature quickly, and learn fast to have success. But, I’m confident we can get there.”

The Colonel receivers feature a variety of types, from possession to speed to playmakers. Returning players at wide receiver include redshirt freshman Andrew Wynn, and at tight end is sophomore Marshall Crawford, former linebacker senior Anthony Sparks, and senior Bojan Stevovic.

The rest of the bunch, with the exception of sophomore Chucky Nichols who made the switch from defensive back, are a combination of incoming freshman and transfers.

Some of the transfers at wide receiver include Tyrie Allen from Florida Atlantic, Kenyad Blair from Northeast Oklahoma A&M CC, and Josh Warren from Bellhaven. Allen and Blair both will be entering this season as redshirt freshmen.

“Coach Justin Anderson will head up the wide receivers and Coach Adam Gardner will supervise the tight ends,” added Stubbs. “Justin and Adam are both great role models for their players with both emphasizing the little things. We know the tight ends will be a work in progress, and it will be a key weapon in our offense.”

Other newcomers at wide receiver include freshmen Floyd Chism, Calvin Davidson and Brad Nelson, and at tight end are freshmen Josh Dudley, Mark

Mayberry, and Nick Scelfo.Key losses at the position include All-

Southland selection Antonio Robinson, who was signed by the Chicago Bears as an undrafted free agent.

RuNNING BACkSThe running backs will not only be

ball carriers and blockers in Coach Stubbs’ Multiple Pro offense, but they will also be receivers in the backfield and down the field as well. They will also dabble with throwing the occasional pass or two… or three.

Returning players to the position include seniors Corey Buchanan, Brandon Johnson, and Earvin Moore, juniors Byron Jones and Kendrex Salter, sophomore Jesse Turner, and redshirt freshman Tyler Collins. However, those players only accounted for 14 percent (305 of 2,208 yards) of the Colonels’ 2009 rushing yards, and a mere 13 percent (413 of 3,529 yards) of the team’s overall offensive output.

Of the returning players, Buchanan suffered a season-ending injury in the 2009 opener while Jones and Collins did not register a carry on the offensive side, leaving only four players with playing time at the position. However, only two of them – Johnson and Moore – have registered 10-plus carries and over 100 yards rushing.

“We have a lot of players similar in ability at running back, giving us a solid rotation, but as we progress in fall camp, I would like to have some separation to define our depth chart with a top two or three,” said Stubbs. “It is vital for our success to have this group produce in our offense.”

Johnson is the only returning running back with significant stats on the receiving end, with six receptions for 96 yards and a score. Moore and Buchanan each have one reception to their credit, while Salter is 1-for-1 passing for his career.

Newcomers to the position include freshmen Stephen Richmond and Marcus Washington.

“Coach Hepola is very thorough in his evaluations of his student-athletes, and I know he will identify the best all-around players at the position early on

in fall camp to make this a successful unit on the field,” added Stubbs. “Like other positions, we are asking these young men to do things in our offense that they are not familiar with at this level of competition. The shorter the learning curve the better.”

QuARTeRBACkSFor the first time in almost a decade,

a Nicholls quarterback won’t specialize in moving the chains with his feet and reading zone blocks, but will look to split the snaps between the run and pass in Coach Stubbs’ Multiple Pro offense that has a proven track record.

However, in order for the offense to be successful, it requires extreme study and precise decision making by its quarterback.

Nicholls returns two quarterbacks – sophomore LaQuintin Caston and senior Nolan Dumas – with each taking the majority of the reps at the position during spring practice.

Dumas, a career back-up to the position, has only taken a handful of college snaps under center, including only one last season against Jacksonville State.

Caston led the Colonels under center for the last seven games, and closed out the season with two wins against in-state and Southland rivals Northwestern State and Southeastern La. In those two wins, Caston was a combined 11-for-23 with 278 yards passing, four touchdowns, and one interception, while also rushing 27 times for 97 yards and two scores.

“I have worked with both LaQuintin and Nolan during spring practice, and will continue to work with them and the incoming freshman quarterbacks we bring in for Fall Camp,” said Stubbs. “I will prepare the top two or three with the game plan that give us the best chance to win.”

Newcomers will include three high school standouts: Beaux Hebert, Landry Klann and Justin Rosborough. Hebert is the son of former New Orleans Saints quarterback Bobby Hebert, and the nephew of former Colonel quarterback/running back Billy Bob Hebert.

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Klann and Rosborough both had distinguished prep careers, playing multiple positions and garnering many accolades.

“We will have the talent at the position to be competitive, however, the experience factor is not on our side,” added Stubbs. “Once we get our feet wet in fall camp, we will really know what we have.”

OFFeNSIve LINeThe offensive line, as in all offenses,

is one of the most important areas on the field to effectively move the ball. In the spring, the group was severely limited due to depth at each and every spot.

However, that didn’t stop Coach Keith Uperesa from teaching technique and blocking schemes to the players who suited up at full health.

“This group will have to make major strides before we open up the season at San Diego State, and to fill depth, we will rely heavily on our signees,” said Stubbs. The group returns senior Charles McDade at center, junior guard Spenser Langthorn, senior tackle Brandon Ward, junior guard Bart Roussel, and sophomore guard Gerald Gruenig. All of the returning players have experience under their belts on the collegiate level.

McDade started every game last season for the Colonels at center, and the year before he was second on the depth chart, while Ward and Langthorn have been mainstays on the line, getting starts last season in and around injuries. Gruenig made the switch from defense to offense in fall camp and started the season’s final two games, while Roussel also garnered two starts due to injury.

Brandon Spurlock redshirted his freshman season, and joined the team in the spring on the offensive side.

“We are fortunate to have some experience on the offensive line, but depth is key. Coach Uperesa is excited about the challenges ahead and getting this group ready for the season. I know he will do a great job developing his players and I value his expertise,” added Stubbs.

Nicholls will be without All-

Southland performer Aric Flowers, who started all but one game his senior season.

Newcomers to the position include Rafe Plaisance and Michael Woods.

DeFeNSIve LINeThe defensive line enters the

season as arguably one of the most experienced areas on the team, and after playing one season under the guidance of Defensive Coordinator Jeremy Atwell, the group is poised for better things to come.

The defensive forefront features five returning players from a season ago, led by senior defensive end Marquis Russell and sophomore defensive linemen Fernandez Garner and Darrell Brown.

Russell leads all returning players on the defensive line with 27 total tackles and a team-leading 2.5 sacks in 2009. The Miami, Fla. native also had two forced fumbles and an interception to his credit.

Brown burst on the college scene in the first game of the season against Air Force with a career best seven tackles, while Garner was having a productive season until he suffered a season-ending injury midway through the year at Sam Houston State.

Junior A.J. Carter, another returning defensive tackle, also has steadily improved every season, and finished last year with five starts to his credit. Sophomores Rashar Knight and Edet Udoh never received a start during their true freshmen campaign, but were key contributors. Knight had 13 total stops and a forced fumble, while Udoh had 10 total tackles and a fumble recovery.

“This group is the foundation of our defense and must be in great shape to put relentless pressure on the opposition. I expect this group to set the tone for our defense, and play with a high-level of energy and enthusiasm,” said Stubbs.

Newcomers who are high on the depth chart are juniors Michael Billingsley and Gavin Whitfield, both junior college transfers. Nicholls has no incoming freshman on the defensive line.

“Coach Gisclair has a lot of pride, not only as a coach, but as an alumnus who has put a lot of hard work into Nicholls football. He works tirelessly, and I believe he will help build competition for playing time at this position,” added Stubbs.

LINeBACkeRSNicholls will return a total of six

linebackers from a season ago with two of them – senior Ed James and Jordan Piper – making huge strides in 2009, and also making their case to lead the team in 2010.

James was fourth on the team in tackles last season, registering a total of 46 take downs (20 solo) that included 5.5 stops for a loss. The Miami, Fla native is second among returning players in tackles, despite only starting seven games.

Piper only started five games, and was vastly limited in his playing time due to fracturing a bone in his wrist midway through the season, and he played the remaining four games with a hard cast on his hand.

The New Orleans, La. native still finished with 45 total tackles (23 solo) in nine games, and enters the 2010 season at full health.

Another linebacker plagued by injury in 2009 was junior Anri Stewart, who had started the first five games of the season before suffering a season-ending internal injury at Sam Houston State. Stewart had nine tackles and a pass breakup before sustaining the injury.

Others gaining experience at the position last season were senior Jon McClinton, junior Stefan Bergeron and sophomore Michael Walker. Trying to battle back from injury is junior Kevin Persick who is still recovering from a 2008 leg injury.

“Our linebackers have game experience, which is good knowledge to have in their development and understanding of the speed of the game,” said Stubbs. “It is important for this group to be playmakers, and be able to force turnovers.”

Newcomers at the position are freshmen Dontrell Breaux, Ryan Bruno,

Warren Lennix Jr. and Myles O’Brien.Nicholls will have to replace last

year’s tackles leader Yashua Willis and Garrick Spain, who was second behind Willis in 2009. Both have exhausted their eligibility.

“I have confidence in Jeremy to do a great job with the linebackers, and he really works hard to put his linebackers in position to make plays,” added Stubbs.

CORNeRBACkSThe cornerback play is essential

for the Colonels success on defense, especially with many of the Southland schools pass-heavy (Stephen F. Austin No.1 in the nation in passing offense), and also with three Division I-FBS schools on the schedule in 2010.

Anchoring the cornerbacks will be third-year player and two-year starter junior Bobby Felder. Felder closed out the 2009 campaign by being named Louisiana Sports Writers Association Defensive Player of the Week for leading Nicholls to victory over Southeastern La. with two interceptions and one returned for a touchdown.

Senior Jeremy Garrett is penciled in opposite of Felder to start as the team heads into fall camp. However, senior Leroy Trahan is not far off. Both received playing time in 2009, each receiving two starts.

“We are looking to our corners to prevent the big play from happening, and we want them to be physical but graceful in their coverage schemes,” said Stubbs. “When they play well as a group, it opens so much more for us defensively and gives us more opportunities to utilize various schemes.”

Newcomers include incoming freshmen Brian Lewis, Johnathan Smith, and Siegan Vergenal.

“We have a good mix at the position, and Coach Dillon possess a tremendous amount of enthusiasm for the game, which his players feed off of,” added Stubbs.

SAFeTIeSLike other positions on the field, the

Colonels went through spring practice

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lacking depth at safety, having only three on the depth chart. Heading into fall camp, junior Kerry Guidry is slated to battle with redshirt freshman T.J. Lumar at strong safety, while senior Tarbbaris Hicks went solo at free safety during the spring.

Guidry received some playing time last season in a limited role, backing up the safety position, while both Lumar and Hicks both redshirted. Hicks, a transfer in 2008, played a backup role before sitting out last season.

“I’m holding my safeties to a high standard, meaning they have to not only be sure tacklers and excellent in pass coverage, but really good communicators to make sure those around them are in the correct position to make the play,” said Stubbs.

Transfers Aldaro Russell and Shawn Elrod will compete for playing time at both positions, while freshmen Toren Joseph and Jordan Hanberry were standouts on the prep level at safety and will be tested there in fall camp.

“Bobby April has great teaching

skills and methods to develop this group to be one of our strengths. It will take some patience, but we will get there with proper preparation,” added Stubbs.

SPeCIALISTWhat is better than having one of

the best punters in the nation in two-time All-Southland First Team Patrick Dolan? Not having to use him that often, if not at all, which would be a coach’s dream.

“It is true, Patrick surely is a great player and a great leader for us, but the more we call upon him means the fewer third downs we are converting and points we are scoring,” said Stubbs. “That is not taking anything away from Patrick, I’m just hoping we don’t have to call his number too many times this season.”

Dolan finished with a 42.73 yards/punt average, ranking fifth in the nation, and had a total of 13 punts sail more than 50 yards, including a career long of 64 against Jacksonville State.

In the kicking game, Patrick’s younger brother Andrew Dolan is set to be the place kicker and field goal kicker in 2010, replacing two-year starter Ross Schexnayder who has graduated. Andrew wanted to be ready for the 2010 season so much so that he finished high school in December of 2009.

Providing competition at the position will be sophomores Billy Foret and Ben Landry with Landry having game experience as he served as the team’s place kicker in the second half of the 2009 season.

“Our kickers will have to be able to place their kickoffs precisely, and our field goal kickers will need to be accurate when called upon so we don’t miss out on scoring opportunities.”

ReTuRN SPeCIALISTThe group of return specialists that

will be featured this season only has one student-athlete – junior Kendex Salter – who has experience in the kick return game, while no one on

the roster returned a punt for the Colonels in 2009. However, that is not a reason to push the panic button, nor to be alarmed as the coaching staff has some talented players that can make plays.

One of those players is junior Bobby Felder, who will see action returning punts heading into fall camp, while transfer Josh Warren did his fair share of returning both punts and kicks for Bellhaven as a freshman.

The spring depth chart consisted of a rotation of the three at all return positions, and with the influx of new players in the fall, they will get much needed competition.

“Our returners are identified as playmakers, and as playmakers, they are the ones that can create on their own and make defenders miss,” said Stubbs. “Bobby April brings a great deal of knowledge and experience to our team and is passionate about special teams.”

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Numerical roster (Updated JUne 16, 2010)No. Name Pos. ht. Wt. Cl./exp. hometown/Previous School

2 Kenyad Blair WR 6-2 205 Jr./TR Oklahoma City, Okla./NE Okla. JC

3 LaQuintin Caston QB 5-10 180 So./1L Baton Rouge, La./Scotlandville

4 Jesse Turner RB 5-7 170 Fr./RS Houma, La./Ellender

5 Earvin Moore RB 5-10 205 Sr./1L Stone County, Miss./Gulf Coast CC

6 Landry Klann QB 6-2 200 Fr./HS San Antonio, Texas/McCollum

7 Brandon Johnson RB 5-10 190 Sr./1L Columbia, Miss./Gulf Coast CC

8 Kerry Guidry DB 6-0 210 Jr./1L Houma, La./H.L. Bourgeois

9 Andrew Wynn WR 6-0 175 RsFr./HS Rayne, La./Rayne

10 Chucky Nichols ATH 5-11 180 Jr./TR Laurel, Miss./Northeast Jones CC

11 Beaux Hebert QB 6-3 180 Fr./HS Norcross, Ga./G. Atlanta Christian

12 Justin Rosborough QB 6-2 180 Fr./HS Missouri, Texas/Ft. Bend Hightower

13 Anthony Sparks TE 6-0 240 Sr./1L New Orleans, La./West Jefferson

14 Tyrie Allen WR 5-9 185 RsFr./TR Davie, Fla./Florida Atlantic

15 Leroy Trahan DB 5-10 185 Sr./1L Rialto, Calif./San Bernardino JC

16 Nolan Dumas QB 6-1 170 Sr./2L Thibodaux, La./E.D. White Catholic

17 Floyd Chism WR 6-1 170 Fr./HS Lone Star, Texas/Daingerfield

18 Kendrex Salter RB 6-0 180 Jr./1L Orange, Texas/Little-Cypress

19 Kenny Owens RB 5-10 175 Sr./1L Theodore, Ala./Theodore

20 Shawn Elrod DB 6-3 205 Jr./TR La Quinta, Calif./Col. of the Desert JC

21 Bobby Felder DB 5-11 195 Jr./2L McComb, Miss./McComb

22 Byron Jones RB 5-10 195 Jr./1L Houma, La./Terrebonne

23 Andrew Dolan K/P 6-1 180 Fr.HS Mobile, Ala./McGill Toolen

24 Neil Robertson WR 6-0 185 Fr./RS Houma, La./Terrebonne

25 Brian Lewis DB 5-10 180 Fr./HS New Orleans, La./Edna Karr

26 Ed James LB 6-1 215 Sr./1L Miami, Fla./Ventura CC

27 Johnathan Smith DB 6-1 180 Fr./HS New Orleans, La./Edna Karr

28 Jeremy Garrett DB 5-7 185 Sr./1L Rancho Cucamonga, Calif./Citrus Col.

29 Tarbbaris Hicks DB 6-1 205 Sr./1L Monroe, La./Homes CC

30 Toren Joseph DB 6-1 185 Fr./HS New Orleans, La./St. Augustine

31 T.J. Lumar DB 6-0 185 Fr./RS Abbeville, La./Abbeville

32 Jordan Hanberry DB 5-10 185 Fr./HS River Ridge, La./John Curtis

33 Jordan Piper LB 5-10 220 So./1L Ponchatoula, La./Ponchatoula

34 Tyler Collins RB 5-7 185 Fr./RS Eunice, La./Eunice

35 Patrick Dolan P 6-1 172 Sr./3L Mobile, Ala./McGill Toolen

36 Nich Giglio RB 5-7 205 Fr./HS Greenwall Springs, La./Central

37 Billy Foret K 5-8 150 So./Sq. Thibodaux, La./E.D. White

38 Corey Buchanan RB 5-8 183 Sr./2L Kingsville, Texas/H.M. King

39 Siegan Vergenal DB 6-0 185 Fr./HS New Iberia, La./Westgate

40 Stephen Richmond RB 5-9 176 Fr./HS DeRidder, La./DeRidder

41 Stefan Bergeron LB 6-0 195 Jr./2L Pierre Port, La./Assumption

42 Aldaro Russell DB 6-2 180 RsFr./TR Marrero, La./Louisiana-Monroe

43 Ryan Bruno LB 6-1 205 Fr./HS Baton Rouge, La./St. Michael

44 Marcus Washington RB 6-0 205 Fr./HS Lillian, Ala./Foley

No. Name Pos. ht. Wt. Cl./exp. hometown/Previous School

45 Ben Landry K 6-0 175 So./1L Houma, La./Northwestern State

46 Russ Gisclair FB 5-8 225 Fr./RS Cut Off, La./John Curtis

47 Kevin Persick LB 6-2 215 Jr./Sq. Zachary, La./Zachary

48 Anri Stewart LB 6-1 185 Jr./2L Plaquemine, La./Plaquemine

49 Warren Lennix LB 6-1 210 Fr./HS New Sarpy, La./Destrehan

50 Myles O’Brien LB 6-3 210 Fr./HS Metairie, La./Archbishop Rummel

52 Charles McDade OL 6-0 298 Sr./2L Friendswood, Texas/Clear Brook

54 Michael Walker LB 6-1 230 Fr./RS Metairie, La./John Curtis

55 Gerald Gruenig OL 6-2 265 So./1L New Orleans, La./Fontainebleau

56 John McClinton LB 6-2 220 Jr./1L Central, La./LSU

57 Michael Woods OL 6-5 255 Fr./HS Livonia, La./Livonia

66 Bart Roussel OL 6-2 280 Jr./1L Gramercy, La./Riverside Academy

72 Brandon Spurlock OL 6-3 270 Fr./HS Slaughter, La./Clinton

75 Brandon Ward OL 6-3 288 Sr./2L Conroe, Texas/Oak Ridge

76 Rafe Plaisance OL 6-3 300 Fr./HS Galliano, La./South LaFourche

78 Spenser Langthorn OL 6-3 284 RsJr./2L Kingwood, Texas/Kingwood

80 Calvin Davidson WR 5-9 170 Fr./HS Prichard, Ala./Blount

82 Brad Nelson WR 6-1 190 Fr./HS Baton Rouge, La./Catholic

83 Mark Mayberry TE 6-2 235 Fr./HS Galliano, La./South LaFourche

84 Joshua Warren WR 5-8 170 So./TR Baton Rouge, La./Bellhaven

85 Rashar Knight DL 6-3 225 So./1L Macon, Ga./Central

86 Brandon Breaux WR 6-0 190 Jr./Sq. Reserve, La./East St. John

87 Nick Scelfo TE 6-3 225 Fr./HS Baton Rouge, La./St. Michael

88 Marshall Crawford TE 6-1 220 So./1L Bellville, Texas/Bellville

89 Joshua Dudley TE 6-3 205 Fr./HS New Orleans, La./Jesuit

90 Marquis Russell DL 6-2 250 Sr./1L Miami, Fla./Ventura CC

91 Gavin Whitfield DL 6-3 280 Jr./TR Warren Robins, Ga./GA Military Col.

92 Fernandez Garner DE 6-3 250 So./1L New Orleans, La./Holy Cross

93 A.J. Carter DL 6-3 285 Jr./2L Thibodaux, La./Thibodaux

95 Edet Udoh DL 6-1 310 So./1L Houston, Texas/George Bush

96 Darrell Brown DL 6-2 270 So./1L Covington, La./Fontainebleau

97 Michael Billingsley DL 6-4 280 Jr./TR Oklahoma City, Okla./NE Okla. JC

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SPRING DEPTH CHARTDefense

LT 75 Brandon Ward 6-3 290 Sr.

LG 66 Bart Roussel 6-2 290 Jr.

C 52 Charles McDade 6-0 300 Sr.

RG 65 Gerald Gruenig 6-2 275 So.

RT 60 Brandon Spurlock 6-2 270 RsFr.

QB 3 LaQuintin Caston 5-10 180 So. 16 Nolan Dumas 6-1 185 Sr.

WR(X) 83 Andrew Wynn 6-0 175 RsFr. 81 Mike Barba 6-2 180 So.

WR(Z) 2 Kenyad Blair 6-2 205 Jr. 24 Chucky Nichols 5-11 180 So.

TE(Y) 94 Marshall Crawford 6-3 240 So. 44 Anthony Sparks 6-0 240 Sr.

RB 4 Jesse Turner 5-7 170 So. 7 Brandon Johnson 5-10 190 Sr.

WR(F) 18 Josh Warren 5-8 170 So. 17 Floyd Chism 6-1 175 Fr.

DE 92 Fernandez Garner 6-3 250 So. 96 Darrell Brown 6-2 270 So.

DT 97 Michael Billingsley 6-4 285 Jr. 93 A.J. Carter 6-3 285 Jr.

DT 91 GavinWhitfield 6-3 280 Jr. 64 Edet Udoh 6-1 310 So. DE 87 Marquis Russell 6-2 250 Sr.

SLB 26 Ed James 6-1 215 Sr. 41 Stefan Bergeron 6-0 190 Jr.

MLB 33 Jordan Piper 5-10 220 So. 47 Kevin Persick 6-2 215 So.

WLB 48 Anri Stewart 6-1 185 Jr. 56 Jon McClinton 6-2 220 Jr.

LCB 21 Bobby Felder 5-11 195 Jr.

RCB 28 Jeremy Garrett 5-7 205 Sr. 15 Leroy Trahan 5-10 185 Sr.

FS 8 Kerry Guidry 6-0 210 Jr. 31 T.J. Lumar 6-0 185 Fr.

SS 29 Tarbbaris Hicks 6-1 205 Sr.

PK 23 Andrew Dolan 6-1 180 Fr. 84 Ben Landry 6-1 175 So. P 35 Patrick Dolan 6-1 180 Sr.

LS 16 Nolan Dumas 6-1 180 Sr. 60 Brandon Spurlock 6-2 270 RsFr.

Specialists

H 35 Patrick Dolan 6-1 180 Sr.

KR 42 Kendrex Salter 6-0 180 Jr. 21 Bobby Felder 5-11 195 So.

PR 21 Bobby Felder 5-11 195 So. 18 Josh Warren 5-8 170 So.

Offense

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LB, 6-0, 195, Jr./2LPierre Port, La./AssumptionAs a sophomore (2009) – Played in every

game for the Colonels, all on special teams… Had a total of eight tackles with three being solo… Best game of the season came against Stephen F. Austin with 1.5 tackles on special teams.

As a freshman (2008) – Saw action in four games for the Colonels... Registered four total tackles… Primarily used on kickoff and kickoff return team.

At Assumption – Was a four year letter-winner for the Mustangs… Primarily played defensive end as he was named All-District First Team and All-Bayou Second Team his sophomore season… Selected All-District Second Team his senior season… Played for head coach Boyd Fussell his senior season in which he led the Mustangs to a 6-4 record.

Personal – Stefan Michael Bergeron was born on May 17, 1989… Son of Paula and Ricky Bergeron… Has three two siblings named Chelsie and Evon… Nickname is Hollywood… Majoring in Business.

2010 Football biographies

97 • Michael BillingSleyDL, 6-4, 280, Jr./TROklahoma City, Okla./Northeastern

Okla. A&M JCAt Northeastern Okla. JC - Had a total

of 30 tackles and two sacks as a sophomore… Garnered the 2007 Jim Thorpe All-Star Game Defensive MVP accolade… Prepped at Southeast High School… A prominent basketball player in high school.

Personal – Michael Billingsley was born on November 19, 1988 in Oklahoma City, Okla… Son of Camesha Billingsley and Michael Childs… Majoring in General Studies.

2 • Kenyad BlairWR, 6-2, 205, Jr./TRGuthrie, Okla./Northeastern Okla.

A&M JCAt Northeastern Okla. A&M JC -

Finished up his sophomore stint with 40 receptions for over 400 yards and touchdown… Named to the Dean’s List all four semesters.

Personal – Kenyad R. Blair was born on May 31, 1990 in Guthrie, Okla… Son of LaSonya Basham and Kenny Blair… Has three siblings named Keenan, Marcus, and Jimmy… Uncle Reggie Smith played football at Oklahoma… Majoring in General Studies.

86 • Brandon BreauxWR, 6-0, 185, Sr./Sq.Reserve, La./east St. JohnAs a junior (2009) – Received a redshirt.As a sophomore (2008) - Participated in

special teams for the Colonels and served as a backup wide receiver.

As a freshman (2007) - Received some action while mostly being a backup to the wide receiving corp... Participated in special teams as well recording one assisted tackle against Sam Houston State.

At east St. John - Did not play football in high school.Personal - Brandon Joseph Breaux was born on September 1, 1988 in

Kenner, La... Son of Kermit Breaux and Allison Hopkins...Majoring in Business Administration.

BeRGeRON’S CAReeR STATSYear GP/GS uT AT Tot. TFL Sack Brup INT FF FR2009 11/0 3 5 8 0 0 0 0 0 02008 4/0 1 3 4 0 0 0 0 0 0Career 15/0 4 8 12 0 0 0 0 0 0

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53 • dontrell BreauxLB, 5-11, 190, Fr./hSBelle Rose, La./AssumptionAt Assumption – Was a four-year letter

winner for the Mustangs… Named First Team All-District and Second Team All-Region as a senior… Senior season was his best, registering 111 total tackles with 74 solo , two sacks, two forced fumbles and an interception… Played in the Bayou vs. River Region All-Star game… Also lettered in track and field two seasons.

Personal – Dontrell G. Breaux was born on September 9, 1991 in Thibodaux, La… Son of Mary Carter and Phillip Breaux Jr… Has two older siblings named Phillip and Leslie Breaux… Majoring in Business Administration.

96 • darrell BrownDT, 6-2, 270, So.1LCovington, La./Fontainebleau As a true freshman (2009) – Played in

eight of the Colonels’ 11 games that included one start… Finished the season with a total of 20 tackles that included seven solo… Had one forced fumble and one sack… Burst on the scene against Air Force Academy to start the season with seven total tackles, including two solo… His lone sack and forced fumble of the season came against Duquesne in the Colonels’ home opener... Best performance came against Air Force Academy with seven total tackles.

At Fontainebleau - Finished his senior season with 46 total tackles (28 solo)... Of his tackles, 12 went for a loss and nine were sacks... Had 15 quarterback hurries... Was credited with six pass breakups and one fumble recovery... Named All-District his senior season... Comes to Nicholls with teammate Gerald Gruenig.

Personal – Darrel Earl Brown was born on October 2, 1991 in Montego Bay, Jamaica… Son of Bridget Bush and Charles Simmons… Has an older brother named Barry Ross… Majoring in Business Administration.

BROWN’S CAReeR STATSYear GP/GS uT AT Tot. TFL Sack Brup INT FF FR2009 8/1 7 13 20 1.5 1.0 0 0 1 0Career 8/1 7 13 20 1.5 1.0 0 0 1 0

38 • corey BuchananRB, 5’8, 185, Sr./2Lkingsville, Texas/h.M. king high

SchoolAs a junior (2009) – Played in the Colonels

opening game against Air Force Academy, and was injured in the second quarter… Had eight rushes for 13 yards and one reception for five yards in the game before sustaining the injury.

As a redshirt sophomore (2008) – Started in eight games for the Colonels... Had 353

yards on the ground and averaged 6.5 yards per carry... Finished second on the team in rushing... Best game came against Southeastern when he rushed for 106 yards and a touchdown.

As a sophomore (2007) – Sat out due to injury and received a medical redshirt… Did help out with video throughout the season.

As a freshman (2006) – Played in five games for the Colonels… Had eight total carries for 25 yards…Scored his first collegiate touchdown against McNeese State from one yard out in the last game of the season.

At h.M. king – Played under Scott Hafley and Richard Whitaker… Named All-District Academic team and All-Brush County his senior campaign… Named offensive MVP for District 31-4A… Selected to the All-Bay Area Team and All-South Texas Team.

Personal – Corey Javon Buchanan was born on April 7, 1988 in San Diego, California… Son of Corinthia Williams and Quentin Williams… Has four siblings named Courtlin, Courtnee, Roseanne, and Ricky… Majoring in Mass Communications.

BuChANAN’S CAReeR STATISTICS Rushing ReceivingYear GP/GS No. Yards TD Lng No. Yards TD Lng2009 1/1 8 13 0 6 1 5 0 52008 8/8 54 353 1 70 0 0 0 02007 Sat out due to injury/Received medical redshirt2006 11/1 8 25 1 11 0 0 0 0Career 20/10 70 391 2 70 1 5 0 5

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93 • a.J. carterDT, 6-3, 285, Jr./2L Thibodaux, La./Thibodaux high School

As a sophomore (2009) – Played in 10 games for the Colonels, while starting in eight of them on the defensive line… Totaled 21 tackles with 12 being solo… Had 1.5 tackles for a loss that included one sack and one forced fumble… Had three quarterback pressures… Arguably best performance came in the season finale against Southeastern La. with four total tackles that included a sack and a forced fumble.

As a redshirt freshman (2008) – Played in six games for the Colonels… Was primarily used as a backup to the defensive line.

As a freshman (2007) – Redshirted.At Thibodaux high School - Made 66 tackles, recorded three sacks,

forced two fumbles and had four tackles for a loss in his only season playing football in 2006… Was named to the all-bayou region, all-parish and all-district teams his senior campaign… Played basketball for Thibodaux for three seasons before making the transition to the gridiron.

Personal – A.J. Carter was born on November 11, 1989 in Houma, La… Son of Pearlette and Alfred Carter… Has two younger siblings named Andrew and Rachel… Cousin Jason Caffey played basketball at Alabama… Majoring in Mass Communications.

3 • laQuintin caStonQB, 5’10, 190, So./1LBaton Rouge, La./Scotlandville hSAs a redshirt freshman (2009) – Played

in 10 games for the Colonels, starting seven of them under center… Finished the season with 779 yards passing, while completing 45 of 100 passes… Had eight passing touchdowns and three interceptions, while also rushing for 229 yards on 116 carries… Contributed six rushing scores… Got his first collegiate start at Air Force Academy, but his action was limited due to injury… Played minimal action against Louisiana Tech and Jacksonville State… Started against Sam Houston State, and never looked back… Best statistical performance came against Northwestern State when he passed for 197 yards, completing 5-of-8 pass attempts for three touchdowns, while also rushing for 11 yards… Most balanced game came against Southeastern La. with 82 yards rushing and 81 yards passing… Accounted for three touchdowns against Southeastern La. in the win.

As a freshman (2008) – Received a redshirt.At Scotlandville - Named All-District in 2007… Passed for over

1,200 yards his senior season while rushing over 600 yards… Had eight total touchdowns… Was a participant in the Red Stick Bowl.

Personal – LaQuintin G. Caston was born June 22, 1990 in Baton Rouge, La… Son of Pamela Caston and Huey Golmond… Has a younger sister named Chasity (14)… Majoring in General Studies.

CARTeR’S CAReeR STATISTICSYear GP/GS uT AT Tot. TFL Sack Brup INT FF FR2009 10/8 12 9 21 1.5 1.0 0 0 1 02008 6/0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 02007 Received a redshirt.Career 16/8 12 9 21 1.5 1.0 0 0 1 0

CASTON’S CAReeR STATS Passing RushingYear GP/GS Cmp-Att-Int Yards TD Lng No. Yards TD Lng2009 10/7 45-100-3 779 8 82 116 229 6 20Career 10/7 45-100-3 779 8 82 116 229 6 20

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17 • floyd chiSMWR, 6-1, 175, Fr./hSdaingerfield, texas/daingerfieldat daingerfield - Named All-District

Honorable Mention in 2009 and Second Team in 2008… Also notched All-District Honorable Mention recognition as a junior… Led his squad to back-to-back Texas 2A State Championships… Lettered in both basketball and track and field, specializing in the 400m and 200m… A member of student council, Business Professional of America and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

Personal – Floyd F. Chism was born on December 20, 1991 in Marshall, Texas… Son of Tegra and Torre Chism… Has two younger siblings named Jassica McMillian and Torrian Chismill… Majoring in General Studies.

34 • tyler collinSRB, 5-7, 180, Fr./RSeunice, La./euniceAs a freshman (2009) – Received a

redshirtAt eunice - Helped lead the Bobcats to three

consecutive District 4-4A Championships... Led his team to back-to-back 11 win seasons... Was an All-State First Team selection his senior season, and twice named First Team All-District... Rushed for 1,495 yards and 14 touchdowns in 2008 on 232 carries... Had 3,403 career rushing yards and 34 total touchdowns.

Personal – Tyler Jerel Collins was born on September 26, 1991 in Mamou, La… Son of April and Dwight Collins… Has a younger sibling named Ondria Collins… Uncle Dwight Collins played football at Northwestern State… Majoring in Computer Information Systems.

COLLINS’ CAReeR STATS Rushing ReceivingYear GP/GS No. Yards TD Lng No. Yards TD Lng2009 Received a redshirtCareer 0/0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

88 • MarShall crawfordTe, 6’1, 230, So./1LBellville, Texas/BellvilleAs a sophomore (2009) – Played in nine

games for the Colonels… Primarily used on special teams… Accounted for two tackles, one solo, on the season… Solo stop came against Duquesne.

As a freshman (2008) – Received a redshirt.

At Bellville - Played both ways for Bellville and was named All-District at defensive end and offensive guard his senior season… In 2007, his team honored him with MVP honors for both offense and defense… On the defensive side, recorded 65 solo tackles which included 11 for a loss and seven quarterback sacks.

Personal – Marshall Ray Crawford was born on September 15, 1989 in Wichita, Kansas… Son of Laurie Garland and Reggie Crawford… Father played collegiate football at Sterling… Has three younger siblings: Tyra, Harrison and Conner… Majoring in Business Management.

CRAWFORD’S CAReeR STATISTICSYear GP/GS uT AT Tot. TFL Sack Brup INT FF FR2009 10/0 1 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 02008 Received a redshirt.Career 10/0 1 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 0

23 • andrew dolanP/k, 6-1, 180, Fr./hSMobile, Ala./McGill ToolenAt McGill Toolen - Was an All-County

selection three seasons, notching First Team as a junior and senior… Named All-State Second Team in 2009… Voted the County’s Special Teams Player of the Year… Was 7-of-10 for field goals his senior season with a long of 48 yards and 42-of-43 on point-after-attempts… Had 37 punts for an average 41.3 yards per mark… Also was a standout soccer player.

Personal – Andrew Michael Dolan was born on February 8, 1991 in Mobile, Ala… Son of Linda and Danny Dolan… Has three older siblings named Mary, Laurel and Patrick… Brother Patrick plays football at Nicholls… Majoring in Business Administration.

35 • PatricK dolan P/k, 6’1, 185, Sr./3L Mobile, Ala./McGill ToolenAs a junior (2009) – Played in all 11 games

for the Colonels… Had 59 punts for 2,521 for a 42.7 average with a long of 64… Named All-Southland First Team punter, while also notching All-LSWA First Team honors… Was named LSWA Special Teams Player of the Week once…Voted to the Capital One Bank/Southland All-Academic Team… Had a career game against the Air Force Academy with seven punts for 327 yards with three going 50-plus… Had one land inside the 20-yard line in the game… Had two tackles on the season, both coming at Sam Houston State… Of his 59 punts, 13 went over 50 yards and 17 landed inside the 20-yard line… His career long of 64 yards came against Jacksonville State.

As a sophomore (2008) - Played in all nine games for the Colonels... Had 38 punts for a 42.4 average and a long of 57 yards against Memphis... Punted 10 times inside the opponents 20 yard line... Had 30 kickoffs averaging 53.7 yards and one touchback... Named SLC and LSWA Special Teams Player of the Week following his performance against Sam Houston State... Named All-SLC First Team Punter and LSWA Second Team Punter... Member of the SLC All-Academic Team.

As a redshirt freshman (2007) – Played in four games… Had five punts for a 49.6 average and a long of 65 yards against Northwestern State… Registered two kickoffs for a 56.0 average and a no touchbacks.

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As a true freshman (2006) – Received a medical redshirt.At McGill Toolen high School- Prepped under Coach Steve Savarese

at McGill-Toolen High School … A First-Team All-State punter … First-Team All-Region punter and kicker … Averaged 41.8 yards per punt … 75% of his kickoffs were touchbacks … Was 6-of-9 in field goal attempts with his longest being a 48-yarder … Was 31-of-33 in extra point attempts … Was chosen to play in the Alabama North-South All-Star Game … A four-year honor roll student.

Personal – Born August 1, 1988 in Mobile, Alabama… Son of Danny and Linda Dolan… Majoring in Marketing

16 • nolan duMaS QB, 6’1, 170, Sr./3L Thibodaux, La./e.D. White CatholicAs a junior (2009) – Started every game

on special teams as the long snapper… Was used primarily as a backup quarterback… Took two snaps under center on the season, both coming against Jacksonville State… Had three tackles on the season, all solo… Named to the All-Southland Fall Honor Roll.

As a sophomore (2008) – Was primarily used as a back up to the quarterbacks… Did not see any action under center, but assisted with special teams.

As a redshirt freshman (2007) – Played in four games under center… Had a total of six carries for nine yards with a long of 10 against Southern Arkansas… Did not attempt a pass… Best game came against Southern Arkansas when he rushed for 14 yards on two carries.

As a true freshman (2006) – Received a redshirt. At e.D. White Catholic high School- Prepped under Coach Kyle

Lassaigne at E. D. White Catholic High School … An Honorable Mention All-District selection as well as an Academic All-District selection … Finished the 2005 season with 1,044 yards passing with six TDs along with 100 yards rushing.

Personal – Robert Nolan Dumas was born January 17, 1988 in El Dorado, Arkansas… Son of Bonnie Lafont and Robin Dumas… Has a sister named Lauren Lafont… Majoring in Finance.

DOLAN’S CAReeR STATISTICSPuntingYear GP/GS No. Yards Avg. Lng TB FC 50+ i20 2009 11/11 59 2,521 42.7 64 2 7 13 17 2008 9/9 38 1,611 42.4 57 2 5 10 10 2007 4/0 5 248 49.6 65 1 1 3 12006 Received a redshirt.Career 24/20 102 4,380 42.9 64 5 13 26 28

kickingYear GP/GS No. Yards Avg. TB OB 2009 11/11 0 0 0 0 0 2008 9/9 30 1,611 53.7 1 2 2007 4/0 2 112 56.0 0 12006 Received a redshirt.Career 24/20 32 1,723 53.8 1 3

DuMAS’ CAReeR STATS Passing RushingYear GP/GS Cmp-Att-Int Yards TD Lng No. Yards TD Lng2009 11/11 0-0-0 0 0 - 1 -7 0 -2008 8/8 0-0-0 0 0 - 0 0 0 -2007 10/4 0-0-0 0 0 - 2 14 0 82006 Received a redshirt.Career 29/23 0-0-0 0 0 - 3 7 0 8

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21 • BoBBy felderDB, 5’11, 195, Jr./2LMcComb, Miss./McCombAs a sophomore (2009) – Started

and played in all 11 games for the Colonels at cornerback… Led all defensive backs in tackles with 54, which ranked third on the team… Was third on the team in tackles while ranking second in solo stops with 38… Had 4.5 tackles for a loss… Led the team with seven pass breakups, and was tied for second on the team in forced fumbles with two… Had two interceptions on the season, both coming against Southeastern La. in the finale… Returned one interception for a touchdown… Was named Southland and LSWA Defensive Player of the Week for his performance… Had a career high nine tackle (six solo) against Louisiana Tech that included one forced fumble… Was also highly productive against Sam Houston State with eight total tackles, one for a loss, and a career best three pass break ups.

As a true freshman (2008) - Had 16 tackles as defensive back for the Colonels... Registered three pass breakups and one interception... Best game came against Southeastern when he had seven tackle with six being solo and one interception.

At McComb – Was a four year letter winner in football and basketball for the Tigers… Registered 76 tackles his senior season while intercepting 12 passes in both his junior and senior seasons… Also ran the ball for the Tigers accumulating 1,000 yards rushing, 675 yards receiving and 21 total touchdowns… Was rated a Top-25 football player in the state of Mississippi.

Personal – Bobby De’Arbrae Felder was born on September 23, 1990 in McComb, Mississippi… Son of Edna and Bobby Felder… Has two sisters: Kosheya and Alana… Cousin Derrick Pittman played football for Nicholls.

FeLDeR’S CAReeR STATISTICSYear GP/GS uT AT Tot. TFL Sack Brup INT FF FR2009 11/11 38 16 54 4.5 0 3 2 2 02008 6/2 15 1 16 0 0 7 1 0 0Career17/12 53 17 70 4.5 0 10 3 2 0

37 • Billy foretk, 5’8, 150, So./SQThibodaux, La./e.D. WhiteAs a redshirt freshman (2009) –

Participated as a squad man.As a true freshman (2008) – Received a

redshirt. At e.D. White – Helped lead the Cardinals

to a district championship his senior season… A two year starter as a kicker… Finished his career 11-of-13 on field goals and 44-of-48 on extra points… Career long field goal with the Cardinals was of 37 yards… Named First Team All-District and First Team All-Region his senior season… Voted Second Team All-District and Second Team All-Region his junior campaign… Played for coach Kyle Lasseigne.

Personal – William Joseph Foret was born July 25, 1988 in Thibodaux, La… Son of Sara Day and Bill Foret… Both parents graduated from Nicholls… Has a younger brother named Adam… Majoring in Marketing.

27 • freddie frazierRB, 5-9, 170, Jr./SQBaton Rouge, La./DutchtownAs a junior (2009) - Was responsible for

video taping games and practices, and assisted with video exchange with opposing teams... Did participate in football on the field. As a sophomore (2008) - Was responsible for video taping games and practices, and assisted with video exchange with opposing teams... Did participate in football on the field. As a redshirt freshman (2007) - Participated as a squadman, primarily as a backup to the running backs. As true freshman (2006) - Received a redshirt. At Dutchtown - Was a two-sport athlete participating in both track and football... Named Honorable Mention All-District his senior season while lettering three seasons in football and track. Personal - Freddie Carrwayne Frazier was born on November 8, 1989 in Baton Rouge, La... Has a younger brother named Frederick... Majoring in Sociology.

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92 • fernandez garnerDL, 6’3, 250, So./1LNew Orleans, La./holy CrossAs a redhsirt freshman (2009) – Played

in four games, starting three of them… Suffered a season-ending injury against Sam Houston State… The injury came after celebrating a pass breakup, his only pass break up of the season… Finished the year with six tackles, two solo, and two for a loss… Also had two sacks... Best performance came against Air Force Academy with three total stops that included a sack for a loss of 11 yards.

As a freshman (2008) – Received a redshirt. At holy Cross – Played both football and basketball for the Tigers, lettering

twice in football… Was a defensive end and tight end on the gridiron, earning All-District honors his senior season on defense… Best season in football came his senior season with 46 total tackles, 13 sacks, three fumble recoveries and two forced fumbles.

Personal – Fernandez L. Garner Jr. was born on January 1, 1990 in New Orleans, La… Son of Anna Anderson Garner and Fernandez L. Garner Sr… Has two siblings: Alaine and Sydney… Majoring in Business Management.

GARNeR’S CAReeR STATISTICSYear GP/GS uT AT Tot. TFL Sack Brup INT FF FR2009 4/2 2 4 6 2.0 2.0 1 0 0 02008 Received a redshirt.Career 4/2 2 4 6 2.0 2.0 1 0 0 0

28 • JereMy garrettDB,5-7, 185, Sr./1LRancho Cucamonga, Calif./AltalomaAs a junior (2009) – Played in seven games

for the Colonels… Primarily used as a back up to the defensive corps... A mainstay on special teams… Finished the season with one tackle, which was an assisted stop coming against Central Arkansas.

At Citrus College – Was a two-year starter for the Owls, leading the team to an Orange County Bowl Championship... Went 8-3 that season (2007)... Played for Kevin Emerson.

At Altaloma – Lettered three years for the Eagles... Was a prominent member on four consecutive winning seasons, twice going 8-2... Named All-League at running back and at defensive back as a junior and senior... As a senior, had two interceptions on the defensive side while rushing for 680 yards on 80 carries... Also lettered three seasons in wrestling and track and field.

Personal – Jeremy Michael Garrett was born on February 24, 1989 in Rancho Curamonga, California... Son of Sherri Coomes... Has a younger sibling named Jaden Ma’kie Michele... Majoring in Pre-Law.

GARReTT’S CAReeR STATISTICSYear GP/GS uT AT Tot. TFL Sack Brup INT FF FR2009 7/0 0 1 1 0.0 0.0 0 0 0 0Career7/0 0 1 1 0.0 0.0 0 0 0 0

36 • nicK giglioRB, 5-7, 205, Fr./hSGreenwall Springs, La./Central At Central – Lettered one season in football

for the Wildcats, while lettering three years as a weight lifter… In his lone season on the gridiron, he was named All-District First Team as a running back… Was a part of a team that went 12-2 and finished its season in the Louisiana State Playoffs… Crowned a two-time national champion in weight lifting, including a AAU Olympic title in 2007.

Personal – Nicholas Charles Giglio was born on September 6, 1990 in Baton Rouge, La… Son of Janine McDonald and Capt. Cosmo Giglio… Has an older sibling named Jade Forbes… Majoring in Biology/Pre-Physical Therapy.

46 • ruSS giSclairFB, 5-8, 220, Fr./RSCut Off, La./John CurtisAs a freshman (2009) – Received a

redshirt.At John Curtis – Was a part of two state

championship teams for the Patriots in 2007 and 2008... An All-District selection at center... Selected to play in the Sportsman’s Paradise Bowl.

Personal – Russ Thomas Gisclair was born on August 23, 1990 in Raceland, La... Son of Julie and Tommy Gisclair... Older brother Dustin played and currently is a coach at Nicholls... Father Tommy also played at Nicholls... Majoring in Sports Science.

55 • gerald gruenigOL, 6-3, 270, So./1LNew Orleans, La./Fontainebleau As a true freshman (2009) – Played in

every game for the Colonels on the offensive line after making the switch from the defensive side in fall camp… Did receive two starts with one being at left tackle.

At Fontainebleau - Was a three-year starter for the Bulldogs... Helped guide the team to a District 7-5A Championship his senior season... Best season came as a senior with 49 tackles (26 solo) that included 15 sacks, 14 tackles for a loss, seven quarterback hurries, one recovered fumble... Named First Team All-District in 2007 and 2008... Comes to Nicholls with teammate Darrell Brown.

Personal – Gerald Robert Gruenig was born on May 17, 1990 in New Orleans, La… Son of Shawn and Koz Gruenig… Has an older brother named Max and a younger brother named Sam… Majoring in Mass Communications.

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8 • Kerry guidryDB, 6’0, 210, Jr./1Lhouma, La./h.L. BourgeoisAs a sophomore (2009) - Played in all 11

games for the Colonels on specialteams and as a back-up safety and line backer…

Finished the season with three total tackles with one being solo… Recorded tackles against Air Force Academy, Louisiana Tech and Stephen F. Austin… Best performance came against Louisiana Tech with a solo stop.

As a true freshman (2008) – Played in every game for the Colonels... Primarily on special teams.

At h.L. Bourgeois - Voted All-District and All-Region in his junior and senior campaigns for the Braves… Recorded 59 solo tackles, 20 assisted, and six for a loss his senior season… Also had six pass break ups, two interceptions, a safety and a sack in 2007.

Personal – Kerry Michael Guidry was born on April 19, 1990 in Houma, La… Son of Holly and Kevin Guidry, Father is a 1983 Graduate of Nicholls State with a B.S. from the College of Business Administration... Has a sister named Kristen, a 2010 Graduate of Nicholls State with a B.S. in Human Resources Management... Majoring in Sports Medicine.

29 • tarBBariS hicKSDB, 6’1, 205, RsSr./1LMonroe, La./holmes CCAs a senior (2009) – Received a redshirt.As a junior (2008) – Saw action in eight

games as a defensive back and on special teams for the Colonels... Recorded 14 total tackles with 11 being solo... Had one rush for six yards in the game against Northwestern State.

At holmes CC – Was a two year starter at Holmes JC, and picked up All-Region honors his sophomore season… Finished his junior college career with over 100 tackles and five interceptions… Prepped at Yazoo County High and was rated in the Top-100 athletes in the state of Mississippi out of high school.

At Yazoo County – Led the Panthers with 102 tackles, six forced fumbles and five interceptions his senior season… Doubled as a receiver, posting over 800 yards and six touchdown receptions.

Personal – Tarbbaris L. Hicks was born on August 25, 1986 in Monroe, La… Son of Carolyn Hicks… Majoring in General Studies.

hICkS’ CAReeR STATISTICSYear GP/GS uT AT Tot. TFL Sack Brup INT FF FR2009 Received a redshirt.2008 8/0 11 3 14 0.0 0.0 0 0 0 0Career 8/0 11 3 14 0.0 0.0 0 0 0 0

26 • ed JaMeSLB, 6-1, 225, Sr./1LMiami, Fla./ventura CC As a junior (2009) – Played in every

game for the Colonels, starting seven games at linebacker… Finished with 46 total tackles, which ranked fourth on the team… Had 5.5 tackles for a loss, ranking second on the squad… Registered six tackles in three games… Best performance came against Southeastern La. in the season finale with a career best nine tackles (seven solo) and one pass break up.

At ventura CC - Played two years... Notched 158 total tackles, 16 tackles for a loss and four sacks in his career... Also had four interceptions and three forced and fumble recoveries... Went to high school at national power house at Miami Northwestern High... Comes to Nicholls with teammate Marquis Russell.

Personal – Ed Albert James was born on October 15, 1986 in Durham, North Carolina… Son of Edna and Keith James… Father Keith played collegiate football and baseball at North Carolina A&T… Has three sisters named Courtney, Brittany, and Jazmine… Has two brothers named K.J. and Justin… Majoring in General Studies.

JAMeS’ CAReeR STATISTICSYear GP/GS uT AT Tot. TFL Sack Brup INT FF FR2009 11/7 26 20 46 5.5 0.0 2 0 0 0Career11/7 26 20 46 5.5 0.0 2 0 0 0

GuIDRY’S CAReeR STATISTICSYear GP/GS uT AT Tot. TFL Sack Brup INT FF FR2009 11/0 1 2 3 0.0 0.0 0 0 0 02008 9/0 0 0 0 0.0 0.0 0 0 0 0Career 20/0 1 2 3 0.0 0.0 0 0 0 0

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7 • Brandon JohnSonRB, 5’10, 190, Sr./1LColumbia, Miss./Gulf Coast CCAs a junior (2009) – Played in all 11 games

for the Colonels, starting nine of them… Finished with 98 yards rushing on 38 carries and 96 yards receiving on six receptions… Had one touchdown on the season with it coming on the receiving end against Texas State… The scoring reception went for 27 yards… Established a career long run against Texas State with a 21-yard carry, and also had a career best 44-yard reception against Jacksonville State… Best performance of the season came against Texas State with 56 all-purpose yards and a score.

At Gulf Coast CC – Was a part of two Mississippi state championship teams, including a national championship team in 2007… Tallied over 800 yards rushing with the Bulldogs, with 600-plus and two scores coming his sophomore season… Also racked up 228 yards receiving and four touchdowns to go along with a 95-yard kickoff return for a score.

At Columbia – Was a three-year starter for the Wildcats, twice being named All-District and All-State… Accumulated over 4,000 yards rushing during his high school career, coupled with 40-plus touchdowns… Also was a two-time power lifting state champion, claiming titles in 2004 and 2005.

Personal – Brandon Jarrod Johnson was born on April 28, 1988 in McComb, Mississippi… Son of Cora and Antonio Johnson… Has two older siblings named Rindus Pittman and Amanda Johnson, and one younger named Alexis Johnson… Majoring in Business Management.

22 • Byron JoneSRB, 5-10, 195, RsJr./1Lhouma, La./Terrebonne hSAs a junior (2009) – Received a redshirt.As a sophomore (2008) - Played in six

games for the Colonels as a mainstay on special teams... Finished the season with two tackles, both solo and on special teams.

As a true freshman (2007) – Played in four games… Received one carry for no yards against Rice.

At Terrebonne – Was a three year letter-winner in football and track while also notching one year in soccer… Played running back and defensive back… Rushed for 1,081 yards on 221 carries his senior season along with 11 touchdowns in only eight games… As a junior recorded 41 tackles, two interceptions, five forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries… Also scored 15 goals his senior season in soccer… Named All-District Second Team his junior and senior seasons in both football and track.

Personal – Byron Anthony Jones was born on January 1, 1984 in Houma, La… Son of Barbara Carter and Lawrence Jones… Has one older sister named Latoya… Majoring in Business Management.

JONeS’ CAReeR STATISTICSYear GP/GS uT AT Tot. TFL Sack Brup INT FF FR2009 Received a redshirt.2008 6/0 2 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 02007 4/0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0Career 10/0 2 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0

85 • raShar KnightDe, 6-3, 225, So./1LMacon, Ga./Central As a true freshman (2009) – Played in

10 of the Colonels’ 11 games… Had a total of 13 tackles with six being solo… Had an assisted sack and a tackle for a loss… Finished with a quarterback hurry and a forced fumble… Best performance came against Central Arkansas with seven stops (five solo) and forced fumble.

At Central - Named First Team All-City and All-Region for the Macon and Central Georgia area... Had 71 total tackles his senior season... Also was credited with 15.5 sacks and 25.5 tackles for a loss... Forced five fumbles and recovered another three... Finished 2008 with 10 pass breakups.

Personal – Rashar Akeal knight was born on May 29, 1990 in Macon, Ga… Son of Lanita Knight and Terrence Ruff… Has two younger siblings named Dewan Owens and Kyra Burnett… Majoring in Sociology.

kNIGhT’S CAReeR STATSYear GP/GS uT AT Tot. TFL Sack Brup INT FF FR2009 10/0 6 7 13 0.5 0.5 0 0 1 0Career 10/0 6 7 13 0.5 0.5 0 0 1 0

JOhNSON’S CAReeR STATS Rushing ReceivingYear GP/GS No. Yards TD Lng No. Yards TD Lng2009 11/9 38 98 0 21 6 96 1 44Career 11/9 38 98 0 21 6 96 1 44

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45 • Ben landryk, 6-1, 175, So./1Lhouma, La./Northwestern StateAs a redshirt freshman (2009) – Played

in five games for the Colonels with his first collegiate action coming against Louisiana Tech… Had a total of 17 kickoffs for 957 yards and an average of 56.3… Most action came in the season final against Southeastern La. with seven kickoffs for an average of 53.3 yards.

At Northwestern State – Received a redshirt.

At South Terrebonne – Was a four-year letterman in soccer, three-year letterman in football and a two-year letterman in baseball… Named All-District three consecutive years in football and soccer… Selected All-State First Team as a senior in football, and broke the state’s longest punt record… Also garnered District MVP honors in soccer, and was named All-Region in baseball.

Personal – Ben Matthew Landry was born on January 29, 1990 in Houston, Texas… Son of Robin and Bryant Landry… Both parents hold degrees from Nicholls… Has two brothers named Bryant Jr. and Brett… Bryant Jr. played football at Louisiana Tech… Majoring in Nursing.

LANDRY’S CAReeR STATSkicking Field Goals PATYear GP/GS No. Yards Avg. TB OB Md-Att. Lng Md-Att. 2009 5/0 17 957 56.3 0 0 0-0 - 0-0Career 5/0 17 957 56.3 0 0 0-0 - 0-0

78 • SPenSer langthorn OL, 6-3, 284, Jr./2L kingwood, Texas/kingwood high

SchoolAs a sophomore (2009) – Played in eight

games for the Colonels, starting five of them at offensive tackle… Sustained an injury in practice before the season that limited him early on… Also sustained a season-ending injury against McNeese State.

As a redshirt freshman (2008) – Played in all nine games on the offensive line, spot starting at right guard.

As a true freshman (2007) – Received a redshirt.At kingwood high School - A two year starter at Kingwood High

School… Was second team all-district his junior and senior seasons… Earned three letters from participation with football… Named team captain his senior campaign… Recognized for his outstanding play by Texas Prep Xtra and was voted player of the week on one occasion.

Personal – Son of Rebecca Hitchcock and Robert Langthorn… Has two older siblings: Austin and Terra, and one younger brother named Eric… Majoring in Marketing.

31 • t.J. luMarDB, 6-0, 185, Fr./hSAbbeville, La./AbbevilleAt Abbeville – Racked up All-District and

All-Parish First Team honors as a senior in 2009… Had a total of 44 tackles, four forced fumbles, four pass breakups, and two interceptions… Returned one interception for a touchdown.

Personal – Thaddeus Anthony Lumar was born on October 22, 1990 in Abbeville, La… Nickname is ‘T.J.’… Son of Ena Darby and Thaddeus Lumar Sr… Has three siblings named Isaiah, Tatum and Timori… Majoring in General Studies… Father and mother both hold degrees from Nicholls… Father played football at Nicholls.

56 • Jon McclintonLB, 6’2, 220, Jr./1LCentral, La./LSuAs a redshirt sophomore (2009) – Played

in every game for the Colonels… Was primarily used on special teams… Had two tackles on the season, both assisted stops… Both tackles came at Louisiana Tech.

As a sophomore (2008) – Received a redshirt.

At LSu – Did not participate in football.At Central – Was a two-year starter for the Wildcats at linebacker…

Named All-District First Team his senior season, while also picking up All-Metro honors… Played on the 2007 squad that finished runner-up in District 5-5A.

Personal – Jonathan Lamon McClinton was born on February 10, 1989 in Baton Rouge, La… Son of Marjorie and Flandus McClinton… Father is a vice chancellor at Southern University… Has two older siblings named Toi and Broderick… Majoring in Finance.

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52 • charleS McdadeOL, 6-0, 298, Sr./3L Friendswood, Texas/Clear Brook highAs a junior (2009) – Started and played

in all 11 games for the Colonels as the center… Anchored an offensive line that was plagued by injuries.

As a sophomore (2008) – Saw action in every game for the Colonels… Was dubbed with back up center duties, while also playing guard at times.

As a true freshman (2007) – Played in three games… Served as a backup to the offensive line.

5 • earvin MooreRB, 5-10, 205, Sr./1LStone County, Miss./Gulf Coast CCAs a junior (2009) – Played in 10 games

for the Colonels… Finished with 141 yards on 14 carries and two touchdowns… Had one reception for seven yards against Stephen F. Austin… Most notable play came against Duquesne when he took a direct snap on a fake punt, and rushed 63 yards for what proved to be the winning score…the 63-yard run was also his longest of his career… Best performance came against Southeastern La. in the season finale with 21 yards on three rushes and a touchdown with a long of 18.

At Gulf Coast CC – Was a part of two Mississippi state championship teams, including a national championship team in 2007… Accounted for over 900 yards of rushing between two seasons for the Bulldogs… Best season was his sophomore campaign, rushing for 514 yards and four touchdowns.

At Stone County – Was a four-year letter winner for the Tomcats, playing both running back and defensive back… Notched 1,000-plus yards rushing in three consecutive seasons… Led the district in rushing three seasons…Named to All-South Mississippi Team as a junior and senior.

Personal – Earvin Nattiel Moore was born on November 5, 1987 in Hattiesburg, Mississippi… Son of Yolanda Pride and Roger Moore… Has two sisters named Nadia and Jabarie… Majoring in Criminal Justice.

MOORe’S CAReeR STATS Rushing ReceivingYear GP/GS No. Yards TD Lng No. Yards TD Lng2009 10/0 14 141 2 63 1 7 0 7Career 10/0 14 141 2 63 1 7 0 7

10 • chucKy nicholSQB/DB, 5-11, 180, So./1LLaurel, Miss./Northeast Jones As a freshman (2009) – Played in 10 games

for the Colonels, all as a defensive back… Played his first game on the collegiate level against Air Force Academy, and recorded his first collegiate tackle against Duquesne… Had a total of 20 tackles that included 10 solo and one pass break up… Best performance came against Texas State with seven total tackles (five solo) and one pass breakup.

At Northeast Jones - Led the Tigers with 1,569 total yards (933 passing) as a senior... Had 12 passing touchdowns and eight rushing touchdowns... Named 2008 Division 5-4A Most Valuable Back... Selected All-Division First Team... All-State Honorable Mention.

Personal – Raymond ‘Chucky’ Nichols was born on December 17, 1990 in Laurel, Mississippi… Son of Felicia Shanks and Raymond Nichols… Has a younger brother named Malik Newell… Majoring in Allied Health.

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At Clear Brook high School - Named team captain his senior season for Clear Brook… Helped lead his team to a district championship in 2004… A three year letter winner in football for the Wolverines…Was communications president his senior season.

Personal – Charles ‘Chuck’ McDade was born on December 3, 1988… Son of Timi Finley-John and Martell John… Has four siblings named Dynay John, Marty John, Ty John and Tre John… Majoring in Business Administration.

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19 • Kenny owenS DB, 5’10, 175, Sr./2L Theodore, Ala./Theodore high SchoolAs a junior (2009) – Played in 10 games for

the Colonels… Also switched from the defensive side to offense, and was listed as a backup to the running back corps… Had one carry on the season coming against Jacksonville State that went for two yards.

As a sophomore (2008) – Participated in all nine games, seeing action on special teams… Recorded two tackles, both solo.

As a redshirt freshman (2007) – Made the switch from defensive back to running back… Played in eight games while be a contributor on special teams… Had two carries for 11 yards on the season with both coming against Northwestern State… Longest runs was for six yards.

As a true freshman (2006) – Played in three games… Sustained a season-ending injury, and was award a medical redshirt.

At Theodore high School- A Second-Team All-Region selection as a senior … Finished the 2005 season with 67 tackles, three interceptions, five forced fumbles, three fumble recoveries and 14 pass break-ups … A star track-athlete placing third in the state of Alabama in the 100 meter dash and second in the 55 meter dash.

Personal – Kenneth Lamar Owens was born on March 19, 1988 in Mobile, Alabama… Son of the late Shirley and Lucious… Has six brothers named Joesph, Anthony, Terrence, Eirc, Brandon and Lucious Jr. and four sisters named Quita, Tisha, Tiffany, and LaToya… Majoring in Accounting.

OWeNS’ CAReeR STATS Rushing ReceivingYear GP/GS No. Yards TD Lng No. Yards TD Lng2009 10/0 1 2 0 2 0 0 0 -2008 9/0 0 0 0 - 0 0 0 -2007 9/0 2 11 0 6 0 0 0 -2006 Received a medical redshirt.Career 28/0 3 12 0 6 0 0 0 -

47 • Kevin PerSicKLB, 6-2, 215, Jr./Sq. zachary, la./zachary high SchoolAs a sophomore (2009) – Participated as a

squadman while still recovering from an injury.As a redshirt freshman (2008) – Suffered

a season ending injury in the second game against Northern Iowa… Received a medical hardship waiver.

As a true freshman (2007) – Received a redshirt… Did participate in baseball for Nicholls.

at zachary high School - An all-district selection from 2004-06 and all-state in 2006… Voted MVP of district 6-4A for leading the Broncos to district runner-up honors in 2006 and to the state playoffs… Was a key contributor for the 2005 district championship squad that made it to the quarterfinals in the state playoffs.

Personal – Kevin Persick was born on August 19, 1988… Son of Janet and

George Persick of Zachary, La… Has one older sister named Angie… Grandfather played football at Texas State… Majoring in Business Administration.

PeRSICk’S CAReeR STATSYear GP/GS uT AT Tot. TFL Sack Brup INT FF FR2009 -/- 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 02008 Received medical redshirt2007 Received a redshirtCareer -/- 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

33 • Jordan PiPerLB, 5’10, 220, So./1LPonchatoula, La./PonchatoulaAs a redshirt freshman (2009) – Played

in nine games for the Colonels, starting seven of them… Sat out two games due to an injury to his wrist… Played the majority of the season with a hard cast… Finished with a total of 45 tackles that included 23 solo, 1.5 for a loss, 1.0 sacks and a forced fumble…Established a career high eight tackles (one solo) against Stephen F. Austin… Best performance came against Louisiana Tech with six tackles (five solo), a sack and a forced fumble.

As a freshman (2008) – Received a redshirt. At Ponchatoula – Was dubbed with All-District first team honors in 2007

as he recorded 116 total tackles that included 14 for a loss… Had five forced fumbles and one interception… Played in the South Shore vs. North Shore All-Star game… Named to the All-State honorable mention squad… Played at Brother Martin before Hurricane Katrina.

Personal – Jordan Christopher Piper was born on July 29, 1990 in New Orleans, La… So of Shelly and Gerard Piper… Has four siblings: Alvin Gerard Jr., April, Jeremy, and Graciella Piper… Majoring in Business Administration.

PIPeR’S CAReeR STATSYear GP/GS uT AT Tot. TFL Sack Brup INT FF FR2009 9/7 23 22 45 1.5 1.0 0 0 1 02008 Received a redshirtCareer 9/7 23 22 45 1.5 1.0 0 0 1 0

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24 • neil roBertSonWR, 5-9, 185, Fr./RShouma, La./TerrebonneAs a freshman (2009) – Received a

redshirt.At Terrebonne – Lettered two seasons

for the Tigers, while leading them to the playoffs his senior season for the first time in 10 years... Named First Team All-Region and All-District his sophomore and senior seasons... Best season passing came as a sophomore with 1,400 yards and 12 touchdowns through the air... Accounted for 25 total touchdowns his senior season with 1,300 yards passing and another 800 on the ground in only eight games... Also was a three-year player in baseball for the Tigers.

Personal – Neil J. Robertson was born on September 5, 1991 in Houma, La... Son of Jessica Founier and Clark Robertson... Jessica has a degree from Nicholls... Has a younger brother named Jess... Majoring in Business Marketing.

66 • Bart rouSSelOL, 6’2, 280, Jr./1LGramercy, La./Riverside AcademyAs a sophomore (2009) – Played in every

game for the Colonels, primarily as a backup to the offensive line… Did receive one start.

As a redshirt freshman (2008) – Participated as a squadman.

As a true freshman (2007) – Received a redshirt.

At Riverside Academy – Awarded three letters in football and four in track and field for the Rebels… Also was a two year letter-winner in power lifting… Named All-District , All-Bayou, All-Region and All-River Parish… Selected to the Coaches’ All-State squad… Was the 2A State Champion in powerlifting.

Personal – Barton Ronald Roussel was born on January 21, 1989 in Baton Rouge, La… Son of Connie and Jeffery Roussel… Has a sister named Nikki Roussel… Majoring in Cardiovascular Technology.

90 • MarQuiS ruSSellDe, 6-2, 250, Sr./1LMiami, Fla./ventura CC As a junior (2009) – Played in all 11 games

for the Colonels at defensive end, starting 10 of them… Had a total of 27 tackles that includes 13 solo stops, 4.5 tackles for a loss, and 2.5 sacks… Also forced two fumbles, recovered one, and had an interception and a pass breakup to his credit… His lone interceptions came against Northwestern State… Had a career high seven tackles against the Air Force Academy… Best performance came against Duquesne with three tackles (two solo), 1.5 for a loss, a sack, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery.

At ventura CC - Played two seasons at Ventura CC... As a sophomore had 62 tackles, 12 for a loss, 10 sacks, four fumble recoveries and three forced... As a freshman had 60 total tackles, 15 tackles for a loss, seven sacks, and two forced

fumbles... Comes to Nicholls with teammate Ed James... Prepped at South Dade High with former Colonel Antonio Robinson.

Personal – Marquis Carlton Russell was born on August 15, 1989 in Savannah, Ga… Son of Tamara Jones and Jason Graves… Has two older siblings named Anthony Russell and Tremayne Russell and a younger one named Jaire Graves… Majoring in General Studies.

RuSSeLL’S CAReeR STATSYear GP/GS uT AT Tot. TFL Sack Brup INT FF FR2009 11/10 13 14 20 4.5 2.5 1 1 2 1Career 11/10 13 14 20 4.5 2.5 1 1 2 1

18 • Kendrex SalterRB, 6’0, 180, Jr./2LOrange, Texas/Little-Cypress

MauricevilleAs a sophomore (2009) – Played in eight of

the Colonels’ 11 games, rotating from offense to defense, then back to offense through the course of the season… Was a mainstay on special teams, returning 13 kickoffs for 215 yards with a long of 30… Had one tackle, solo, that came against Jacksonville State… His career long return of 30 yards also came against Jacksonville State… Had three rushes for 18 yards, and completed one pass for 44 yards… The completion came against Southeastern La. in the season finale.

As a true freshman (2008) – Played in six games for the Colonels... Recorded five total tackles with four being solo… Was a mainstay on special teams, primarily on kickoff team.

At Little-Cypress – Named All-District first team as a running back as a senior… Dubbed with Team MVP honors by his team mates and coaches… Led the team with 1,236 rushing yards on 192 carries… Had nine rushing touchdowns… Was a team mate of current Colonel Kyle Hughes.

Personal – Kendrex Dushae Salter was born on July 24, 1989 in Galveston, Texas… Son of Saphrondria Salter… Has no other siblings… Majoring in Sociology.

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SALTeR’S CAReeR STATS Rushing ReceivingYear GP/GS No. Yards TD Lng No. Yards TD Lng2009 8/0 3 18 0 8 0 0 0 -2008 6/0 0 0 0 - 0 0 0 -Career 14/0 3 12 0 6 0 0 0 -

58 • alex SMithRB, 5-6, 175, Fr./hSMagnolia, Texas/MagnoliaAt Magnolia – Notched All-District

Honorable Mention honors as a senior… Also was on the powerlifting team and set two state records as a senior in his weight class… In 2009, rushed for 488 yards and five touchdowns.

Personal – Alexander Jason Smith was born on August 12, 1990 in Houston, Texas… Son of Jackie and Matt Smith… Has three younger siblings named Morgan, Sarah, and Jessica… Majoring in Biology.

13 • anthony SParKSTe, 6’0, 240, Sr./1LNew Orleans, La./West JeffersonAs a junior (2009) – Played in six games

for the Colonels, primarily on special teams… Sustained an injury in the first game against Air Force Academy that sidelined him for three games… Finished the season with two tackles, both solo… Had a tackle against Air Force and Central Arkansas.

At Delgado – Did not participate in any sports.

At West Jefferson – Was a part of a 10-0 team that won district in 2006… Played a host of positions during his time there, getting reps at quarterback, tight end, fullback and linebacker… Settled in at tight end and linebacker his senior season… Had 42 catches for 516 yards an eight touchdowns and 81 tackles and

two sacks… Named All-District his junior and senior seasons, while picking up All-State honors his senior season… Twice named All-Westbank and All-Metro.

Personal – Anthony A. Sparks was born on August 27, 1987 in New Orleans, La… Son of Terranee and Anthony Sparks Sr… Has two siblings named Ashley and Darius… Cousin Ronald Collins played at Southeastern La… Majoring in Criminal Justice with hopes of one day joining the FBI.

SPARkS’ CAReeR STATSYear GP/GS uT AT Tot. TFL Sack Brup INT FF FR2009 6/0 2 0 2 0.0 0.0 0 0 0 0Career 6/0 2 0 2 0.0 0.0 0 0 0 0

72 • Brandon SPurlocK OL, 6-3, 270, Fr./RSSlaughter, La./Clinton As a true freshman (2009) – Received a

redshirt.At Clinton - Was a four-year letter winner,

playing both sides of the line for the Eagles... Led the Eagles to four consecutive District 8-2A Championships... Had three seasons of 10-plus wins... Was an All-State and All-District selection in 2008... Picked up All-District honors as a sophomore and junior... An All-State Academic Team selection in 2008... Best season was in 2007 when he had 46 tackles, 14 for a loss and 4.5 sacks.

Personal – Brandon Levi Spurlock was born on May 13, 1991 in Zachary, La… Son of Betty and Bobby Spurlock Sr… Has an older brother named Bobby Spurlock Jr… Majoring in Computer Info Systems.

79 • BoJan StevovicTe, 6-3, 220, Sr./hSBelgrade, Serbia/vIII BelgradeAt vIII Belgrade – Played for the Association

of American Football of Serbia for two seasons… Played under Igor Hoffman… In 2005 became National Champions of Serbia… Played both tight end and linebacker positions.

Personal – Bojan Stevovic was born on March 18, 1987 in Belgrade, Serbia… Son of Marija and Blagota Stevovic… Has one sibling named Goran… Majoring in Marketing.

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48 • anri StewartLB, 6-1, 185, Jr./2L Plaquemine, La./Plaquemine high

SchoolAs a sophomore (2009) – Played and

started in five games for the Colonels before suffering a season-ending injury… The injury happened against Sam Houston State… Before being injured, had a total of 12 tackles (three solo) on the season with one pass break up… All starts came at linebacker… Registered four tackles against Air Force Academy and Louisiana Tech… Lone pass break up came against Duquesne… Best performance came against Air Force and Louisiana Tech.

As a redshirt freshman (2008) – Started eight of the Colonels’ nine games at strong side linebacker… Sat out one due to injury… Registered 21 total tackles with 17 of them being solo... Had two tackles for a loss and one quarterback hurry… Best game came against Northwestern State with six tackles, all solo.

As a true freshman (2007) – Received a redshirt.At Plaquemine high School - Recorded 126 tackles, 11 sacks and forced

16 fumbles his senior season for Plaquemine High School… Was a three year letter winner that was named to the all-parish squad three years consecutively… An all-district selection his junior and senior campaigns… Valedictorian of his class and a National Honor Roll Student.

Personal – Anri Stewart was born on April 7, 1988… Son of Helen and Henry Stewart… Has two younger siblings named Justin and Myra… Majoring in Biology.

STeWART’S CAReeR STATISTICSYear GP/GS uT AT Tot. TFL Sack Brup INT FF FR2009 5/5 3 9 12 0.0 0.0 1 0 0 02008 9/8 17 4 21 2.0 0 0 0 0 02007 Received a redshirt.Career 14/13 20 13 33 2.0 0 1 0 0 0

14 • donovan tateWR, 6’3, 195, Sr./1L

hattiesburg, Miss./east Central CCAs a junior (2009) – Played in nine games

for the Colonels, starting eight of them at wide receiver… Battled minor ailments throughout the season, sidelining for two games… Had 13 receptions for 159 yards… First collegiate catch came against Air Force Academy, and converted a third down… Averaged 12.2 yards a catch… had two receptions for 29 yards against Sam Houston State… Had two games with three catches, coming in consecutive weeks against McNeese State and Stephen F. Austin… Best performance came against Stephen F. Austin with three receptions for 59 yards that also included a career long of 38 yards.

At east Central CC – Finished his sophomore campaign with 38 receptions for 498 yards and six touchdowns... Was a finalist for `Who’s Who Among Junior Colleges’... Tapped into the Top-10 in the junior college ranks for

yards per catch… Was an All-State honorable mention in 2008.At hattiesburg – Helped lead the Tigers to the state playoffs… Posted

39 catches for 567 yards and three touchdowns his senior season… Named team captain his senior campaign and was dubbed with MVP honors by his teammates… Garnered All-South Mississippi honors, while also picking up All-Area accolades.

Personal – Donovan Treshawn Tate was born on November 6, 1988 in Fayetteville, North Carolina… Son of Tremaine and Frederick Tate… Frederick played collegiate football at Southern Miss… Has three siblings: Damon, De’Andrea and Tyjuan… Majoring in General Studies.

TATe’S CAReeR STATS Rushing ReceivingYear GP/GS No. Yards TD Lng No. Yards TD Lng2009 9/8 0 0 0 - 13 159 0 38Career 9/8 0 0 0 - 13 159 0 38

15 • leroy trahanDB, 5-10, 185, Sr./1LRialto, Calif./Arkansas StateAs a junior (2009) – Played in all 11 games

for the Colonels, receiving one start at safety… Had a total of 16 tackles (eight solo) that included two pass breakups… First tackle as a Colonel came against Duquesne, a solo stop that forced a punt… Also had a pass breakup against Duquesne… Best performance came against Louisiana Tech with six total tackles (three solo)… Doubled as a baseball

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player for the Colonels, serving as a backup to the outfield.At Arkansas State – Saw limited action in 10 games in 2008 . . . Recorded

two solo tackles for the season, both against Texas Southern At San Berarndino valley College – Posted six interceptions for 89

yards, seven pass break-ups and 29 tackles as a freshman in 2007 at San Bernardino Valley (CA) College… Earned First Team All-Foothill Conference as an All-State Nominee, Region 3 Football All-America and All-California Community College First Team Defense recognition.

At Carter – Was a two-year varsity football letterman as a wide receiver and defensive back . . . Two-year varsity baseball letterman and helped lead Carter to its first ever conference baseball title in 2006.

Personal – Born Feb. 7, 1988 . . . Son of Leroy Trahan Sr.

TRAhAN’S CAReeR STATISTICSYear GP/GS uT AT Tot. TFL Sack Brup INT FF FR2009 11/1 8 8 16 0.0 0.0 2 0 0 0Career 11/1 8 8 16 0.0 0 2 0 0 0

4 • JeSSe turnerRB, 5-7, 170, So./1Lhouma, La./ellenderAs a redshirt freshman (2009) – Played in

eight games for the Colonels… Was moved from running back to defensive back midway through the season… Had one carry for one yard against Air Force Academy… On the defensive side, was used as a backup defensive back, and found his way on to the field in the final two games… Had two solo tackles and one for a loss against Northwestern State… Had a solo tackles against Southeastern La… Best performance came against Northwestern State.

As a freshman (2008) – Received a redshirt.At ellender – Played defensive back for two seasons before making the

move to running back his junior and senior seasons... Named All-District and All-Region first team while also picking up All-State honorable mention honors in 2007... Had 399 career carries for 2,828 yards and 21 total touchdowns... Best season came in 2007 when he rushed for over 1,600 yards on 199 carries and 11 touchdowns.

Personal – Jesse James Turner Jr. was born on April 28, 1990 in Houma, La… Son of Andrell Carter and Jesse Turner Sr… Has four siblings: Jeremy Carter, Brandi Turner, Jarred Turner, and Mya Turner… Majoring in General Studies.

TuRNeR’S CAReeR STATS Rushing ReceivingYear GP/GS No. Yards TD Lng No. Yards TD Lng2009 8/0 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 02008 Received a redshirt.Career 8/0 0 0 0 - 0 0 0 0

95 • edet udohDT, 6-1, 310, So./1Lhouston, Texas/George Bush As a true freshman (2009) – Played in

eight of the Colonels’ 11 games… Debuted in his first collegiate game in the season opener at Air Force Academy… Had three total tackles (one solo) against Air Force… Finished the season with seven total tackles that included two solo stops, 0.5 tackles for a loss, and a fumble recovery… Best performance came against Jacksonville State with three stops (one solo) and an assisted tackle for a loss.

At George Bush - Was a standout for the Broncos on the defensive line as he was named Lineman of the year in Fort Bend District... Selected to the All-District Second Team... Dubbed by his teammates as a team captain his senior year... Had 26 total tackles (23 solo) that included six for a loss his senior season... Had two sacks and two pass breakups as well.

Personal – Edet Sunny Udoh was born on February 23, 1991 in Houston, Texas… Son of Elizabeth and Michael Udoh… Has two older siblings named Etebony and Mayen, and one younger named Ekaette… Majoring in General Studies.

uDOh’S CAReeR STATISTICSYear GP/GS uT AT Tot. TFL Sack Brup INT FF FR2009 8/0 2 5 7 0.5 0.0 0 0 0 1 Career 8/0 2 5 7 0.5 0.0 0 0 0 1

54 • Michael walKerLB, 6’1, 230, So./1LMetairie, La./John CurtisAs a redshirt freshman (2009) – Played

in five games for the Colonels… Was a mainstay on special teams… Used a backup to the linebackers… Finished the season with one tackle, a solo stop coming against Jacksonville State.

As a freshman (2008) – Received a redshirt.

At John Curtis – Was a leader of a defensive unit that won three consecutive state championships from 2004-06… Named All-District, All-Metro and All-State his senior season… Named All-District as a junior… Only suffered one loss while playing for the Patriots… Was also a honor roll student, a member of the National Honor Society, and was involved with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

Personal – Michael Joseph Walker was born on December 7, 1988 in Metairie, La… Son of Donna and Mike Walker… Has one sister named Leah… Majoring in Pre-Law.

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75 • Brandon wardOL, 6’3, 288, Sr./3L Conroe, Texas/Oak Ridge high SchoolAs a junior (2009) – Played in eight games,

starting all of them at tackle… Sustained an injury that limited him in some games, sidelining him for three complete games.

As a sophomore (2008) – Played in all nine games for the Colonels… Took reps at multiple positions on the offensive line, primarily rotating at both left and right guard.

As a true freshman (2007) – Played in every game but two… Served as a backup to the offensive guards.

At Oak Ridge high School - Started two seasons on the offensive line for Oak Ridge High School… Helped lead the War Eagles back to the playoffs in his senior season… A first team all-district selection and first team all-county in 2006… Served as team captain his senior season… Won the Mike Watson Memorial Award for his outstanding play on the offensive line his senior campaign.

Personal – Brandon Ray Ward was born on June 20, 1989 in Spring, Texas… Son of Cherryl and Rick Ward… Has one younger brother named Cody… Majoring in Business Administration.

91 • gavin whitfieldDT, 6-3, 275, Jr./TRWarner Robins, Ga./Georgia Military

CollegeAt Georgia Military College – Led

the Bulldogs to a 15-7 record during his two-year tenure… Had a total of 22 tackles in his sophomore season that included three sacks and four quarterback pressures.

At houston County – Played both sides of the ball, holding a position on the defensive line and the offensive line… Guided the Bears to two Elite 8 appearances… Named ‘Tough Man’ of the defense by his teammates his senior season.

Personal – Gavin Nicholas Whitfield was born on February 27, 1989 in Perry, Ga… Son of Monecuis and Milton Davis… Has two siblings named Garrick Davis and Gia Buckles… Majoring in Education.

9 • andrew wynnWR, 6-1, 180, Fr./RSAs a freshman (2009) – Received a

redshirt.At Rayne - Played a host of positions during

his prep career for the Wolves including punter, defensive back, running back and wide receiver... Guided the Wolves to a 9-2 finish and District Runner-Up honors in 2007 as a junior... Named All-Parish at punter in 2006... Garnered All-District and All-Parish honors as a defensive back in 2007 and 2008... Named All-District Second Team at wide receiver in 2008... Notched 325 yards rushing his junior season to go along with 40 tackles, two interceptions, two blocked punts and one fumble recovery in 2007... Bounced back in 2008 with 224 yards rushing, 335 yards receiving, 82 total tackles, one interception and one blocked field goal... Had 14 total touchdowns between junior and senior seasons.

Personal - Andrew John Wynn was born on March 13, 1991 in Lafayette, La... Son of Mayme and Bill Wynn... Bill played football at McNeese State... Has brothers named Joey and Billy... Joey ran track at Louisiana-Lafayette... Aunt Sharen Wynn played volleyball and softball at LSU... Majoring in Accounting.

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84 • JoSh warrenATh, 5-8, 170, So./TRBaton Rouge, La./Bellhaven CollegeAt Bellhaven – Played as a true freshman,

setting the school record for all-purpose yards as a freshman with 1,700… Had 14 total touchdowns… Named Mid-South Conference Special Teams Player of the Week once… Transferred to Baton Rouge Community College before coming to Nicholls.

At Catholic – Was a two-sport athlete in high school… Started his prep career at Glen Oak… Best season came in 2007 as a senior with 2,100 all-purpose yards.

Personal – Joshua Andre’ Warren was born on January 17, 1989 in Baton Rouge, La… Son of Pamela and Joshua Warren Sr… Has two siblings named La’Toya and Tyree… Majoring in Education.

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14 • tyrie allenRB, 5-9, 185, Fr./TR, Davie, Fla./Florida Atlantic

At Florida Atlantic: Received a redshirt.At Western high: Named Second Team All-County and an All-State

Honorable Mention selection as a senior... Rushed for 850 yards and tallied 1,250 all-purpose yards in his senior campaign...Participated in the Broward All-Star game...Three-sport athlete (football, basketball and track).

43 • ryan BrunoLB, 6-1, 205, Fr./hS, St. Michael the Archangel, Baton Rouge, La.

At St. Michael the Archangel: Named All-District 7-4A twice, notching First Team honors as a senior... Garnered All-State Honorable Mention status as a senior as well... Named team captain by his team mates as a senior... Led the team in tackles both his senior and junior season... Had over 200 career tackles and 24 takedowns for a loss... Also was a four-year letterman in baseball, doubling as an outfielder and a designated hitter.

80 • calvin daviSon Jr.WR, 5-9, 170, Fr./hS, Blount high School, Prichard, Ala.

At Blount: Named All-Region Second Team his senior season in 2009... Once garnered Press-Register Player of the Week honors... In his senior campaign, recorded a total of 65 receptions for 965 yards and 14 touchdowns... Was a part of the Elite Service Program, which was a community service organization.

89 • JoSh dudleyTe, 6-3, 205, Fr./hS, Jesuit high School, New Orleans, La.

At Jesuit: Had a total of 27 receptions for 430 yards and three touchdowns his senior season in 2009... Was a three year letter-winner in both football and basketball.

20 • Shawn elrodDB, 6-3, 205, Jr./TR, La Quinta, Calif./College of the Desert

At the College of the Desert: Played for Coach Dean Dowty, leading the Roadrunners on the defensive side… Played in eight games for the Roadrunners as a sophomore… Had 14 total tackles (10 solo), two forced fumbles, a fumble recovery and a pass breakup.

At La Quinta: Was named All-League three times during his prep career for the Blackhawks… Guided his team to a 13-2 finish as a senior, doubling as a safety and wide receiver… Also ran the 400m in track.

32 • Jordan hanBerryDB, 5-10, 185, Fr./hS, John Curtis high School, River Ridge, La.

At John Curtis: Was named All-District, All-Metro and All-State First Team his senior season in 2009... Led the school to an appearance in the Louisiana State 2A Championship game... Had a total of 65 tackles in 2009 to go along with six interceptions and three returned for touchdowns... Also garnered Academic All-State and WGO and WWL Scholar Athlete of the Week recognition his senior campaign... Was named U.S. Army High School Player of the Week once in 2009... Lettered in baseball, basketball, and track and field.

11 • Beaux heBertQB, 6-3, 177, Fr./hS, Greater Atlanta Christian, Norcross, Ga.

At Greater Atlanta Christian: Completed over 51 percent of his passes during his senior campaign... Had 18 touchdown passes with only seven interceptions... Threw for a total of 1,800 yards in 2009... Was a team captain... Named All-County while also garnering Gwinnett County Touchdown Player of the Month honors... Two-sport athlete, lettering in basketball on a team currently No. 2 in the state of Georgia.

30 • toren JoSePhDB, 6-1, 185, Fr./hS, St. Augustine high School, New Orleans, La.

At St. Augustine: Registered a total of 72 total tackles, three sacks and one interception his senior season in 2009... Was named the Clarion Herald Player of the Week vs. LaGrange High School for his outstanding play in the game... Also lettered in baseball for three seasons... A member of the Honor Roll throughout his prep career.

6 • landry KlannQB, 6-2, 200, Fr./hS, McCollum high School, San Antonio, Texas

At McCollum: Named District 29-4A Offensive Player MVP, while also garnering All-District First Team honors as a quarterback and safety... Tossed a total of 21 touchdowns and 10 interceptions his senior season... Three for a total 5,788 yards while rushing for another 1,770 in his prep career... Also completed 54 percent of his passes to go along with 52 passing scores and 34 rushing touchdowns in his career... Also lettered in basketball and baseball, notching All-District honors in both.

49 •warren lennix Jr.LB, 6-1, 210, Fr./hS, Destrehan high School, New Sarpy, La.

At Destrehan: Was a member of back-to-back Louisiana 5A State Championship teams in 2007 and 2008... Helped lead his team to a 32-game winning streak that spanned over the course of three seasons... Had 60 total tackles with seven sacks and three fumble recoveries his senior season in 2009... Played in the River vs. Bayou Region All-Star game in John L. Guidry Stadium... Also a letterman in track and field.

25 • Brian lewiSDB, 5-10, 180, Fr./hS, edna karr high School, New Orleans, La.

At edna karr: In his senior season in 2009, was named All-District and All-Metro First Team... Also garnered All-State Honorable recognition in 2009... Team went 11-2 his senior year, ending the year in the state playoffs’ quarterfinal round... Recorded a total of 20 career interceptions to go along with 15 pass breakups, three fumble recoveries and two forced fumbles.

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83 • MarK MayBerryTe, 6-2, 235, Fr./hS, South LaFourche high School, Galliano, La.

At South Lafourche: Named All-District and All-Region First Team his senior season in 2009... Participated in the Bayou vs. River Region All-Star game in John L. Guidry Stadium... Was an Academic All-State selection... An honor roll student throughout his prep career... Named English Student of the Year as a freshman... Lettered in basketball as well.

82 • Brad nelSonWR, 6-1, 190, Fr./hS, Catholic high, Baton Rouge, La.

At Catholic high: A two-time All-District selection in District 5-5A, notching First Team honors in 2009... Was named All-State Honorable Mention as a senior... Led the team his senior year with 69 receptions for 1,110 yards and 11 touchdowns... Also was a letter winner in basketball.

50 • MyleS o’BrienLB, 6-3, 210, Fr./hS, Archbishop Rummel high School, Metairie, La.

At Archbishop Rummel: Was a member of the school’s first ever appearance in the Louisiana State 5A Championship game... Twice named to the Clarion Herald Elite Defensive Team... Notched All-District First Team honors from the Times Picayune and WWL... Had a total of 134 tackles his senior season that included 15 sacks, 20 tackles for a loss, four forced fumbles, three pass breakups and one field goal block... Also participated in baseball and track and field.

40 • StePhen richMondRB, 5-9, 176, Fr./hS, DeRidder high School, DeRidder, La.

At DeRidder: Notched All-District First Team recognition his senior and junior seasons... A career three year letterman... Had a total of 219 carries for 1,182 yards his senior season... Averaged 5.4 yards per carry in 2009... Also lettered in track and field... An Honor Roll student.

12 • JuStin roSBoroughQB, 6-2, 180, Fr./hS, Ft. Bend hightower high School,

Missouri, Texas

At Ft. Bend hightower: Named All-District First Team quarterback in District 23-5A... Recorded a 10-1 record as a starter in 2009... Completed 60 percent of his passes his senior season, while also passing for 1,433 yards... Had 22 touchdown passes with only six interceptions in 2009... Rushed for 400-plus yards and six scores as well... Also a standout in basketball and track and field... A two-time member of the National Honor Society.

42 • aldaro ruSSellDB, 6-2, 180, Fr./TR, Louisiana-Monroe, Marrero, La.

At Louisiana-Monroe: Received a redshirt.At higgins: Played four seasons, lettering in three… Personal – Aldaro M. Russell was born on October 7, 1989 in New Orleans, La...

Son of Albert Russell and Denise Lewis... Has one sister, Kaylien... Father Albert played basketball for four seasons at Southern University...Majoring in General Studies.

87 • nicK ScelfoTe, 6-3, 225, Fr./hS, St. Michael the Archangel high School,

Baton Rouge, La.

At St. Michael the Archangel: Named All-District First Team three seasons, while also notching All-State First Team as a senior in 2009... Graduates as the school’s all-time leader in career receptions with 88... Hauled in a total of 49 receptions for 766 yards and six scores his senior campaign... Also lettered in baseball.

27 • Jonathan SMithDB, 6-1, 180, Fr./hS, edna karr high School, New Orleans, La.

At edna karr: Was a part of a squad that went 11-2 his senior season that went to the quarterfinals of the state playoffs... Had a total of 90 tackles with one interception in 2009... Finished his prep career with over 120 career total tackles... Also a standout in track and field, being recognized for his athleticism by being named All-District Second Team as a junior.

39 • Siegan vergenalDB, 6-0, 185, Fr./hS, Westgate high School, New Iberia, La.

At Westgate: Led his team to the semi-final round of the state playoffs his senior season... A four year letterman... Named All-District First Team and All-Acadiana Second Team in 2009... Had a total of 71 tackles, five tackles for a loss, two interceptions, three pass breakups and a forced fumble his senior campaign... Also served as the team’s place kicker, notching a career long of 52 yards...Earned the team’s Tiger Award in 2009... Also a an All-District selection in baseball... A member of the National Honor Society.

44 • MarcuS waShingtonRB, 6-0, 205, Fr./hS, Foley high School, Lillian, Ala.

At Foley: Was a three-year All-County selection in both football and basketball... A three year letter-winner in football, while notching four in basketball... Holds the school record for most receptions in a game with 19... Also holds the school record for most touchdowns in a season with 22... Rushed for 700 yards his senior campaign, while receiving another 400 in 2009... Passed for two touchdowns as well... A National Honor Society and student council member.

57 • Michael woodSOL, 6-5, 255, Fr./hS, Livonia high, Livonia, La.

At Livonia: Named All-Parish First Team and All-District Honorable Mention as a senior... Had a total of 11 sacks as senior... Participated in the Red Stick All-Star Bowl Game in Baton Rouge, La... Also participated in basketball and track.

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Longtime college coach Charlie Stubbs enters his first season as the head coach of the Nicholls State University football team.

With over 31 years of coaching experience and 22 on the collegiate level, University of Central Missouri offensive coordinator Charlie Stubbs was named Nicholls Football Head Coach at a

press conference on January 5, and is the ninth head coach in the program’s history. Stubbs, a native of Charleston, South Carolina, has been an offensive coordinator at a host of schools over the last 14 years of his coaching career that includes six years as an assistant head coach.

Stubbs began his coaching career at his alma mater BYU in 1983, and was a member of the coaching staff under the direction of LaVell Edwards that was dubbed the 1984 Division I National Champions. Since then, Stubbs has been the offensive coordinator at Oregon State University (1985-1990), University of Memphis (1994), University of Tennessee-Martin (1995), University of Nevada-Las Vegas (1996-97), University of Alabama (1998-2000), University of Tulsa (2002-06), the University of Louisville (2007), and most recent, the University of Central Missouri (2008-09).

At Oregon State, Stubb’s offense was ranked among the PAC-10’s top-three each season, finishing ranked 10th nationally in total offense in 1987 and sixth in 1988. His 1996 UNLV squad was ninth nationally in passing offense, while leading the WAC in 1997 and finishing that season ranked 12th nationally in the category.

The coaching veteran also spent time on the Division I-FCS (formerly I-AA) level at Tennessee-Martin, where the Skyhawks led the Ohio Valley Conference in passing offense in 1995 and set nine conference records that season.

Stubbs also spent three seasons in the SEC as the quarterbacks coach/passing game coordinator at Alabama. Stubbs’ offenses led the Crimson Tide to appearances in the 1998 Music City Bowl and the Orange Bowl in 1999. Alabama also won the SEC Championship that season, and Stubbs was named the 1999 SEC Offensive Coordinator of the Year.

In four seasons at Tulsa, Stubbs’ offenses averaged over 31 points per game, and ranked among the Top-25 teams in the nation each season. His 2005 season with Tulsa saw the Hurricanes finish 9-4, going on to being crowned Conference USA Champions and Liberty Bowl Champions after defeating Fresno State. Stubbs was also a finalist for the American Football Coaches Association Assistant Coach of the Year in 2005.

His last stop on the Division I-FBS level was at the University of Louisville in 2007 where Stubbs guided the Cardinals to a No. 1 ranking in the Big East in passing offense that ranked fourth nationally. Louisville also was sixth nationally in total offense, guided by current NFL players Brian Brohm (Buffalo Bills) and Harry Douglas (Atlanta Falcons).

Stubbs’ final stop before Nicholls was at NCAA Division II Central Missouri where, under the guidance of Stubbs, the Mules ranked first in the conference in passing offense both seasons. UCM finished 2009 with an 8-3 record and a second place finish in the MIAA conference.

Stubbs is also a published author, having three books published titled “Wide Open Football,” “Developing an Explosive Offense,” and his third book, “101 Special Plays and Playmakers,” which hit the shelves in January 2010.

He holds both his bachelor’s and master’s degree from Brigham Young University, achieving a Bachelor’s of Science in 1978 and a Masters in Physical Education in 1984.

Charlie and his wife Sandy reside in Thibodaux. The couple have four children: Troy, Jay, Kim and Kyle. Troy attended the U.S. Air Force Academy and played quarterback and wide receiver, while Jay played wide receiver for the Alabama Crimson Tide. Kim is in her final year at BYU-Idaho, while Kyle is entering his sophomore year at Brigham Young University. The couple are also proud of six grandchildren.

ChARLIe STuBBShead Coach

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STuBBS AT A GLANCeResponsibilities: ......................................... Head Coach/Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks Born: ............................................................September 2, 1955 (will turn 55 during the season)Hometown: ............................................................................................Charleston, South Carolina Wife: ................................................................................ Married to the former Sandra BlackwellChildren: ..........................................................................................................Troy, Jay, Kim and KyleGrandchildren:................................................................................................................................... SixEducation: ....................................................................................... Brigham Young University, 1978

(B.S. in Sociology and Physical Education)Brigham Young University, 1984

(M.A. in Physical Education)

College Coaching experience: 2010-pres.: .................................................................................................Nicholls State University

(Head Coach/O.C./Quarterbacks)2008-09: ............................................................................................University of Central Missouri

(Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks)2007: ................................................................................................................University of Louisville

(Offensive Coordinator/Wide Receivers)2002-06: .................................................................................................................. University of Tulsa

(Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks)

1998-2000: ...................................................................................................... University of Alabama (Passing Game Coordinator/Quarterbacks)

1996-97: ...........................................................................................University of Nevada-Las Vegas (Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks)

1995: .................................................................................................University of Tennessee-Martin (Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks)

1994: ................................................................................................................University of Memphis (Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks)

1985-90: .......................................................................................................Oregon State University (Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks)

1983-84: .....................................................................................................Brigham Young University (Graduate Assistant)

Playing experience: 1973: .............................................................................................Wofford College, Wide Receiver1974-78 ...........................................................Injured; transferred to Brigham Young University

Recruiting Areas: ...........................................................................................Oversees all recruitingHobbies: ................................................Spending time with his family, personal fitness and golf.

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Jeremy Atwell enters his second season as Defensive Coordinator and linebackers coach for the Colonels, and his fifth year overall with the Colonels football staff. Atwell, who spent four years as the defensive coordinator at Thibodaux High School, first joined the Nicholls staff as the defensive end coach in 2001.

A native of Tulsa, Okla., Atwell wrapped up a distinguished playing career at Southeast Missouri State in 1999 as he was named First Team All-Ohio Valley as a linebacker, leading the Indians and the OVC in both tackles and tackles for a loss. He arrived in Cape Girardeau

JeReMY ATWeLLassistant coach • defensive coordinator/linebackers

ATWeLL AT A GLANCeResponsibilities: ...................................................................Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers Born: .....................................................................................................May 14, 1978 (32 years old)Hometown: ..............................................................................................................Tulsa, Oklahoma Parents Names: ...........................................................................................Dianne and Jerry GossWife: ......................................................................................... Married the former Cindy AdamsChildren: ..................................................................... Christian (8), Callie (5), and Cameron (1)Education: .........................................Southeast Missouri State (B.S. in General Studies, 2000).............................................................................................. Catoosa High School (Catoosa, Ok.)Playing Experience: .......................................... 1998-99, Southeast Missouri State, Linebacker

...................................................................1996-97, Northeastern Oklahoma A&M, LinebackerCollege Coaching Experience: 2008-present:..................... Nicholls State University (Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers) 2005-2008: ..................................................................... Nicholls State University (Linebackers)2001-2002: ...............................................................Nicholls State University (Defensive Ends) 2000-2001: .........................................Southeast Missouri State (Graduate Assistant/Safeties)Recruiting Areas: ..........................................Baton Rouge and the River parishes of Louisiana Hobbies: ........................................ Golf, fishing, and spending time with his wife and children.

in January of 1998 after spending two seasons at Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College in his home state. At NEO, Atwell earned second-team all-conference accolades as a linebacker after making the move from strong safety his freshman season.

After winding up his playing career, Atwell spent a year working with the SEMO program as a student coach. Included in his responsibilities were coaching the Indians’ secondary and coordinating weekly film exchange. He also coordinated the walk-on program and graded and evaluated recruits on film.

Atwell and his wife Cindy have two sons, Christian (8) and Cameron (1), and a daughter, Callie-Claire (5).

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hePOLA AT A GLANCeResponsibilities: ............................................................. Running Backs/Recruiting Coordinator Born: .................................................................................................March 24, 1968 (42 years old)Hometown: .............................................................................................................Tulsa, Oklahoma Parents Names: ....................................................................................Norris and Martha HepolaWife: ............................................................................................................................ Kirstin MummChildren: ...................................................................................... Courtney (13) and Chance (11)Education: ..................................................................Drury University, 2001(M.A. in Education) ....................................................................Evangel University, 1991 (B.S. in Physical Education)

Chuck Hepola enters his first season as Running Backs coach/Recruiting Coordinator for the Nicholls football program, and comes to the Colonel family from Louisiana-Monroe.

Prior to his one-year coaching stint at ULM, Hepola spent the previous four years at East Central University as the Offensive Coordinator/

Quarterback’s coach. For ECU, Hepola coached six All-Conference players that included two-time First Team and two-time Lonestar Conference Offensive Back of the Year selection quarterback Marcus Johnson.

Under Hepola’s tutelage, Johnson became the school’s all-time leading passer as a junior and shattered ECU’s single-season passing record with over 3,100

ChuCk hePOLAassistant coach • running Backs/recruiting coordinator

Playing Experience: ...........................................Evangel University Baseball, 1988-91, OutfieldCoaching Experience:2010-pres.: ....................Nicholls State University (Running Backs/Recruiting Coordinator)2009-10: ........................University of Louisiana-Monroe (Director of Football Operations)2005-09: ..............................East Central University (Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks)2003-05: .............................................................. University of Tulsa (Assistant Football Coach)Recruiting Areas: .......................................................... North Louisiana and Baton Rouge Area Hobbies: ...................................................................................Golf, spending time with his family.

yards in 2008. In 2007, Hepola guided ECU’s offense, setting 13 school records on the offensive side of the ball. During his four years at East Central, the Tiger offense set or reset 17 school records.

Before his four-year stint with ECU, Hepola spent two seasons as an assistant under Nicholls Head Coach Charlie Stubbs at the University of Tulsa as an assistant coach specializing in quarterbacks. Hepola was an integral part of the 2003 staff that guided Tulsa to an 8-4 record, a second place finish in the Western Athletic Conference, and a trip to the Humanitarian Bowl.

Hepola also spent time in the high school ranks, coaching at a host of schools prior to signing on with Tulsa that included Hillcrest, Logan-Rogersville and Willard. He served as the Head Coach at Logan-Rogersville, and was the Defensive Coordinator at Hillcrest and Willard.

He holds an undergraduate degree from Evangel University and a masters in education from Drury University.

Hepola is married to Kirstin Hepola, and the loving couple has a daughter named Courtney (13) and son named Chance (11). The family resides in Thibodaux.

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APRIL AT A GLANCe

Responsibilities: .................................................................. Special Teams Coordinator/SafetiesBorn: ............................................................. August 15, 1981 (Will turn 29 during the season) Hometown: ..................................................................................................................Mandeville, La. Parents Names: ..................................................................................... Charlene and Bobby April Wife: ...............................................................................................................................................N/AChildren: .........................................................................................................................................N/A

Bobby April enters his first season as the special teams coordinator/safeties coach for Nicholls, and joins the Colonel staff after spending the previous three seasons at fellow Division I-FCS school Portland State.

April was responsible for the special teams and inside linebackers for Vikings, and worked with All-Americans

Jordan Senn and Andy Schantz during his tenure. Both have since gone on to play in the NFL. April’s special teams units also ranked among the nation’s best, finishing the 2008 season ranked 20th in net punting, while also coaching the Big Sky’s leading kick returner Aaron Woods.

In 2009, Portland State ranked fourth or better in every special teams category in the Big Sky. Prior to his stint with the Vikings, April spent two seasons as a graduate assistant at Tulane. April assisted the Green Wave’s defensive, primarily the defensive line, and was in charge of the scout team and the scouting report.

A native on Mandeville, La. and an alumnus of St. Paul’s School, April graduated with his bachelor’s degree in 2005 from Louisiana-Lafayette. April served as a student coach for the Ragin Cajuns, and spent summers interning in the NFL. His summer internships in the NFL include stops at the Buffalo Bills (2004), Jacksonville Jaguars (2003), and the St. Louis Rams (2002).

April is the son of Nicholls alumni and long-time NFL coach Bobby April who is currently with the Philadelphia Eagles. Bobby April has spent 15-plus years in the NFL as a special teams coordinator.

The 28-year old is single and resides in Thibodaux.

BOBBY APRIL IIIassistant coach • Special teams coordinator/Safeties

Education: ............................................Louisiana-Lafayette, 2005 (B.S. in Sports Management)Coaching Experience:2010-pres.: ................................................... Nicholls State University (Special Teams/Safeties)2007-09: ...................................................Portland State, 2007-09 (Special Teams/Linebackers) 2005-07: ...............................................Tulane University (Graduate Assistant/Defensive Line)Recruiting Areas: ................................New Orleans, Northshore Lousiana, River Parish area Hobbies: .........Enjoys fishing, personal fitness, and traveling when he is away from football.

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Dustin Gislcair enters his second season as the defensive line coach, and returns to his alma mater after working with Louisiana-Lafayette during the spring of 2009.

At Louisiana-Lafayette Gisclair was a graduate assistant, and helped with the defensive side of the ball. Prior to his time with the Ragin Cajuns, Gisclair was a student coach at Nicholls for the

2007 and 2008 seasons. His duties as an assistant coach with Nicholls primarily included working with

the linebackers and assisting with the special teams. Gisclair also was responsible for organizing practices and the breakdown of film for the defense.

The native of Cut Off, La. was a standout linebacker for the Colonels, earning four letters with Nicholls. He was also a prominent member of Nicholls 2005

DuSTIN GISCLAIRassistant coach • defensive line/academic liaison

GISCLAIR AT A GLANCeResponsibilities: .....................................................................Defensive Line/Video CoordinatorBorn: ...................................................................................................... July 19, 1985 (25 years old)Hometown: .......................................................................................................................Cut Off, La. Parents Names: ........................................................................................Tommy and Julie GisclairEducation: ............................................................................South Lafourche High School (2003)................................Nicholls State University (2007 B.S. in Human Performance Education)Playing Experience: ...........................................2003-06, Nicholls State University, Linebacker

College Coaching Experience: 2009-present:............................................................Nicholls State University (Defensive Line)2009: ..................................................Louisiana-Lafayette Graduate Assistant (Defensive Line)2007-08: ...........................Nicholls State University (Student Assistant Linebackers Coach)Recruiting Areas: .................................................................................................................. Lafayette Hobbies: .............................................. Spending time with his family, golf and watching sports

GARDNeR AT A GLANCeResponsibilities: ................................................................................................................. Tight Ends Born: .................................................................................................... June 12, 1981 (29 years old)Hometown: ............................................................................................................ New Orleans, La. Education: ................................................Southern Miss, 2005 (B.A. in Sports Administration) .................................................................................................... Nicholls, 2004 (B.A. in Marketing)Playing Experience: ................................................................ Nicholls, 2002-03 (Offensive Line)

Adam Gardner enters his first season as an assistant coach for his alma mater, and will assist with the offensive line for Nicholls.

Gardner is a product of New Orleans, and comes back to his alma mater after serving as a defensive and offensive line coach at De La Salle High School since 2007.

Besides coaching football, Gardner served as an assistant basketball coach, an assistant track

ADAM GARDNeRassistant coach • tight ends

........................................................................................Southern Miss, 1999-01 (Offensive Line)Coaching Experience: 2010-Present: ...................................................................Nicholls State University (Tight Ends)2007-10: ....................................................De La Salle High School (Offensive/Defensive Line)Recruiting Areas: ........South Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Greater New Orleans AreaHobbies: ........Likes to compete, loves golf, playing sports, spending time with his family and friends.

and field coach, and assistant strength and conditioning coach. The New Orleans, La. has been teaching history at the school.

Prior to his stint at De La Salle, Gardner was a student assistant coach for Southern Miss in 2005.

Gardner graduated from Nicholls in the summer of 2004 with a bachelor’s degree in marketing, wrapping up a playing career with the Colonels including two letters and being named All-Conference as a senior.

He started his playing career with Southern Miss before transferring to Nicholls prior to his junior campaign. As a prep athlete, Gardner led De La Salle on the football field and the basketball court, garnering team captain recognition in both as a senior. As a football player, was named All-District and All-Metro as a senior.

Gardner resides in Thibodaux.

Southland Conference Championship squad, and was named All-SLC Honorable Mention his senior season in 2006.

Gisclair is single and resides in Thibodaux, La.

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Edward Dillon enters his first year as an assistant coach for Nicholls, and will coach the cornerbacks and assist with special teams.

Dillon comes to Nicholls after serving the previous two seasons at Tri-Cities High School in East Point, Ga. as the defensive backs coach/special teams assistant from 2008 to 2010.

Prior to his stint with Tri-Cities, Dillon spent a season at Therrel High in Atlanta, Ga. The New Orleans, La. native made his way to Atlanta via Hurricane Katrina, having evacuated there in 2005 and staying there since the storm.

Prior to his five-year exile from Louisiana, Dillon was the coach for football and baseball for the New Orleans Recreational Department (NORD). While working for NORD from 2001-05, Dillon mentored young men and emphasized the fundamentals of sports, sportsmanship and promoted physical activity.

From 1999-2000, Dillon was a defensive assistant coach at his prep alma mater, Edna Karr. He volunteered his time to coach linebackers, while promoting a high level of academic standard to all players.

Dillon was a student-assistant for the Colonels in 1998 after sustaining a neck injury early on in the season. He was also a member of the 1995 team that went

eDWARD DILLONassistant coach • cornerbacks

DILLON AT A GLANCeResponsibilities: ........................................................................Cornerbacks/Video Coordinator Born: ........................................................................................ November 30, 1974 (35 years old)Hometown: ............................................................................................................ New Orleans, La.Parents Names: ................................................................................... Charles and Patricia DillonWife: ........................................................................Married to the former Raschelle LawrenceChildren: ...........................................................................................................................Rashad (11)Education: ............................. Grand Canyon University (B.S. in Public Administration, 2009)................................................................................... Edna Karr High School (New Orleans, La.) Playing Experience:1995-98: .......................................................................Nicholls State University, Defensive Back

Coaching Experience: 2010-pres.: .........................Nicholls State University (Cornerbacks)2008-09: ....................................................................... Tri-Cities High School (Defensive Backs)2007: ........................................................................................ Therrel High School (Linebackers)2001-05: ...... New Orleans Recreational Department (Assistant Football/Baseball Coach)1999-2000: .........................................................................Edna Karr High School (Linebackers)1998: ...................................................................... Nicholls State University (Student Assistant)Recruiting Areas: ..............................................New Orleans and Greater New Orleans Area Hobbies: ...... Spending time with his family and friends, especially playing video games and watching sports with his son.

to the NCAA Playoffs after going 0-11 the previous season, and lettered three seasons from 1995-97.

At Karr High School, Dillon picked up All-State, All-Metro and All-District honors in 1993 along with being named the Louisiana 3A Defensive Player of the Year. Dillon also led Karr to its first and only state championship in football, playing along side former NFL player Patrick Surtain.

Along with being a football coach, Dillon is also a certified emergency medical technician and worked as a fireman for the New Orleans Fire Department and the East Point Fire Department.

Dillon and his wife, Raschelle, have a son named Rashad and the family resides in Thibodaux.

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Keith Uperesa enters his first season as the Offensive Line Coach for the Colonel Football Program, and comes to Nicholls after most recently serving as an offensive line coach at the University of Nevada-Las Vegas for the last five seasons from 2005-09.

While at UNLV, Uperesa coached six All-Conference players that included Joe Hawley

and Matt Murphy during his last season there in 2009. Joe Hawley was the 19th pick of the 4th round in this year’s NFL draft of the Atlanta Falcons. Prior to his stint with the Rebels, Uperesa served as an offensive line/tight end coach at Utah in 2004, and was an important part of the staff that guided the Utes to a 12-0 finish, 2004 MWC Champions and 2005 Fiesta Bowl Champions.

The Utes defeated Pittsburgh handedly, 35-7, in the Fiesta Bowl, becoming the first school from a non-BCS conference to not only play in a BCS bowl game, but to win one as well. While at Utah, Uperesa coached three All-Conference offensive lineman that included First Team selection Chris Kemoetau (Pittsburg Steelers), Second Team selection Jesse Boone and Honorable Mention Makai Aalona.

Uperesa also worked with current NFL quarterback Alex Smith while at Utah, and was a coach under now two-time National Champion Florida Head Coach Urban Myer.

Prior to joining Utah, Uperesa spent a year at El Camino Community College, guiding the squad to the Verizon Southern California Bowl Championship. From 2001-02, he was an offensive line coach for the University of Southern California, helping the Trojans become 2003 Orange Bowl Champions.

Also while at USC, Uperesa coached All-Conference First Team player Jacob Rogers in the offensive trenches, and was a member of the staff that led USC to the 2001 Las Vegas Bowl.

Uperesa served as an Assistant Head Coach at the Idaho State University from 1999-2000, calling plays as the Offensive Coordinator. Idaho finished both

keITh uPeReSAassistant coach • offensive line

seasons in the Top-12 nationally in passing with the highest coming in 1999 with a No. 9 ranking (308.1 yards/game).

The Honolulu, Hawaii native has also spent time as a head coach on the collegiate level, guiding Snow College to a 35-8 record from 1995-1999, four consecutive bowl victories, and four consecutive top ten rankings. Uperesa started out as the Offensive Line Coach / Special Teams Coordinator in 1987, and steadily worked his way up to being named Head Coach in 1995.

Uperesa also played three seasons in the NFL, one with the Oakland Raiders (1978) and two with the Denver Broncos (1979-80). After his NFL stint, Uperesa returned to his alma mater as Nicholls Head Coach Charlie Stubbs was leaving for a position at Oregon State. Uperesa holds both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree from BYU.

Keith and his wife Kaipo have three children named Ikaika (30), Naupaka (27) and Kahikole (21). Ikaika, who played football at Idaho State, has two children named Isabella (6) and Sophia (1). Naupaka played collegiate women’s basketball at Norfolk State and Cal-State Dominguez Hills.

Keith and his wife Kaipo will reside in Thibodaux.

uPeReSA AT A GLANCeResponsibilities: .......................................................................................................... Offensive Line Born: .................................................................................................................................July 28, 1955Hometown: ........................................................................................................... Honolulu, HawaiiParents Names: ................................................................................................. Taetafe and MarionWife: ..................................................................................... Married to the former Kaipo SouzaChildren: ................................................................ Ikaika (30), Naupaka (28), and Kahikole (21)Grandchildren:............................................................................................Bella (6) and Sophia (1)Education: ..................................Brigham Young University, 1986 (M.A. in Physical Education).......................................................Brigham Young University, 1984 (B.S. in Physical Education)Playing Experience: ............................................................................... Denver Broncos, 1979-81........................................................................................................................ Oakland Raiders, 1978....................................................................Brigham Young University, 1974-77 (Offensive Line)

Coaching Experience: 2010-pres.: .................................................................Nicholls State University (Offensive Line)2005-09: ......................................University of Nevada-Las Vegas (Offensive Line/Tight Ends)2004: ....................................................................................... University of Utah (Offensive Line)2003: ................................................................El Camino Community College (Offensive Line)2001-02: ...................................................... University of Southern California (Offensive Line)1999-2000: ............Idaho State University (Assistant Head Coach/Offensive Coordinator)1995-98: .............................................................................................Snow College (Head Coach)1987-94: ....................................... Snow College (Special Teams Coordinator/Offensive Line)1985-86: ............................................................Brigham Young University (Graduate Assistant)1983-84: ..........................................................................Timpview High School (Offensive Line)Recruiting Areas: ........................................................................ Out of state and junior collegesHobbies: ...................................... Enjoys listening to music and spending time with his family.

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Justin Anderson enters his first season as the wide receivers coach for Nicholls after serving as an offensive graduate assistant at his alma mater Brigham Young University.

Anderson is a native of Orem, Utah, and was a two-year letter winner for the Cougars receiving corps in 2001-02. Anderson was a part of the 2001 squad that won the Mountain Conference

that went on to compete in the Liberty Bowl. Prior to joining the Cougars, Anderson was a standout player at Ricks College earning All-Region honors.

Before returning back to his alma mater, Anderson spent four years as the offensive coordinator at Harmony High School in St. Cloud, Florida. Under his expertise, the Longhorns won a district championship and helped many prep athletes go on to compete on the collegiate level.

Anderson is married to the former Anne Stock of Thibodaux, and the couple has four children, all girls: Dakota (8), Kenedi (6), Rubee (4), and Peyton (1). The family will reside in Thibodaux.

JuSTIN ANDeRSONassistant coach • wide receivers

ANDeRSON AT A GLANCeResponsibilities: ....................................................................................................... Wide Receivers Born: .................................................... September 3, 1977 (will turn 33 years old during the )Hometown: .....................................................................................................................Orem, UtahParents Names: ......................................................................... Roland and Mary June AndersonWife: ....................................................................................... Married to the former Anne StockChildren: .....................................................Dakota (8), Kennedi (6), Rubee (4), and Peyton (1)Education: .....................................Brigham Young University, 2002 (B.A. in Communications)Playing Experience:2000-02 .............................................................................................................BYU Wide Receiver

1995, 1998-99 .......................................................................................................Ricks College JCCoaching Experience: 2010-pres.: ..............................................................Nicholls State University (Wide Receivers)2009: ............................................... Brigham Young University (Offensive Graduate Assistant)2008: ...................................................................... Brigham Young University (Defensive Intern) 2004-08: ............................ Harmony High School (Offensive Coordinator/Wide Receivers) Recruiting Areas: ...................................................................Baton Rouge and Mobile, Ala. areas Hobbies: ..Physical fitness, competing in eco-challenges, and spending time with his family.

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Kyle Acosta (Nicholls State) ..........................................................................2000-2001

Paul Alexander (Southeastern La.) ................................................................... 1972-73

Justin Anderson (BYu) .....................................................2010-pres.

Bobby April (Louisiana-Lafayette) .................................2010-pres.

John Arms (Louisiana Lafayette) ........................................................................ 1974-78

Jeremy Atwell (Se Missouri) .................................2001, 2005-pres.

Jeff Beckles (Florida State) ....................................................................................... 2000

Chris Boone (Southern Mississippi) .............................................................2002-2003

Steve Boyd (Tulane) ................................................................................................... 1980

Dr. Glenn Brady (Stephen F. Austin) ................................................................. 1978-80

Ron Brown (Fort Valley State) ........................................................................... 1981-88

Robert Butz (Liberty)................................................................................................ 1999

Bart Casey (Troy State) ...................................................................................... 1996-97

Chad Callais (Nicholls State) .........................................................................2005-2006

T.C. Calmes (Southeastern La.)......................................................................... 1973-78

Steve Campbell (Auburn) ................................................................................... 1993-95

Thad Campbell (Liberty) ................................................................................1999-2003

Kevin Carey (Sterling College) ................................................................................ 2009

Garrett Chachere (Tulane) ................................................................................ 1995-97

Joe Clark (Santa Clara) ....................................................................................... 1981-83

Joe Clement (East Tennessee) ........................................................................... 1984-85

Bill Clements (Tulane) ......................................................................................... 1971-73

Don Closter (Texas A&I ) .................................................................................. 1971-72

Greg Colschen (Carthage) ................................................................................. 1981-85

Steve Crovetto (Louisiana Lafayette) ............................................................... 1983-85

Andy Cox (Florida Atlantic) ..................................................................................... 1992

Denzil Cox (Arkansas-Monticello) ................................................................... 1981-86

David Cunningham (Kentucky Wesleyan) ....................................................... 2006-09

edward Dillon (Grand Canyon univ.) .............................2010-pres.

Alfred Dorsey (Nicholls State) ............................................................................... 1991

Karl Dunbar (LSU) ............................................................................................... 1998-99

Tim Dulaney (Millsaps)........................................................................................ 1987-92

Joshua Eargle (Memphis).....................................................................................2006-07.

Ken Edenfield (Troy State) ................................................................................. 1993-95

Steve Ellis (Nicholls State) ..................................................................................2003-07.

Kenny Ferro (Northwestern State) ....................................................................... 1987

Heath Fleming (Auburn) ........................................................................................... 1997

Gary Fontenot (Nicholls State) .............................................................................. 1980

Paul Frazier (Liberty) .......................................................................................1999-2000

Jerry Fremin (Southern Mississippi) ................................................................. 1988-92

Tom Gainey (LSU) ................................................................................................ 1987-92

Adam Gardner (Nicholls) .................................................2010-pres.

Dustin Gisclair (Nicholls) ..................................................2009-pres.

Carroll Goulas (Southeastern La.) ................................................................... 1971-73

Brad Griffin (Southern Mississippi) .................................................................. 1996-98

Bob Gros (Southeastern La.)............................................................................. 1974-78

Kenny Guillot (Northwestern State) ............................................................... 1981-86

Phillip Hawkins (Arkansas-Monticello) ............................................................ 1984-86

Chuck hepola (evangel university) ................................2010-pres.

Ricardo Hopper (Clemson) ..................................................................................... 1992

Mark Hudspeth (Delta State) .................................................................................. 1995

Graham Johnsen (Southern Mississippi) ............................................................... 2004

Jay Jones (Nicholls State) ................................................................................2004-2006

Mickey Joseph (Nebraska) ..............................................................................2001-2003

Kent Keith (Southwest Baptist)......................................................................... 2004-09

Charles Kelly (Auburn) ...................................................................................2002-2006

H.T. Kinney (Wisconsin-Platteville) .................................................................. 2002-09

Mike Knight (North Alabama) ........................................................................... 1979-80

Ben Kohring (Western St. College) ........................................................................ 2006

Terry Looney (Tulane) ......................................................................................... 1996-97

Tony Maranto (Northwestern State)..................................................................... 2003

Richard Marque (Nicholls State) ............................................................................ 1971

Mike McCarty (Oregon) .................................................................................1999-2000

Joey McGooey (Loyola) ...................................................................................... 1974-80

Manny Michel (Tennessee Tech) ........................................................................ 1995-98

Tommy Minton (Nicholls State) ........................................................................ 1990-92

C.J. Moore (McNeese State) .................................................................................... 1977

Karl Morgan (UCLA)................................................................................................. 1993

Barrett Murphy (LSU) ......................................................................................... 1981-82

John Nagle (LSU) .................................................................................................. 1981-85

Dwayne Nunez (Lamar) ........................................................................................... 1998

Ed Orgeron (Northwestern State) ........................................................................ 1994

Randy Raymond (Louisiana Lafayette) ............................................................. 1974-78

Tim Rebowe (LSU) ..........................................................................................1995-2000

Jeff Richards (Livingston) ................................................................................2001-2003

Corey Robinson (Western New Mexico) ............................................................ 2004

Jonathan Robinson (SE Missouri)..................................................................1999-2001

Kovoska Robinson (Nicholls State)..............................................................2001-2002

Don Rodrigue (McNeese State) ....................................................................... 1981-92

Mitch Rodrigue (Nicholls State) ....................................................................... 1993-98

Allen Rudolph (Southern Mississippi) .............................................................. 1995-98

Charles Sabbatini (Delta State) ......................................................................... 1987-92

David Saunders (Auburn) ................................................................................... 1993-95

Joel Smith (Southeastern La.) ............................................................................ 1971-73

Johnny Tart (Southern Miss) .............................................................................. 2007-09

Burnell Taylor (Nicholls State) .......................................................................2005-2006

Jonathan Terrell (Nicholls State) ............................................................................. 2004

Jay Thomas (Southern Mississippi) ................................................... 1991-92, 99-2003

keith uperesa (BYu) ........................................................2010-pres.

Brad Villavaso (Nicholls State) ........................................................................... 1993-95

Rashad Watson (Alabama A&M) ............................................................................. 2009

David Wilson (Troy State) .................................................................................. 1993-94

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SAN DIeGO STATe uNIveRSITYSeptember 4, 2010 * Qualcomm Stadium * San Diego, Calif. * 5 p.m. PST

Sports Information

Football Contact: .......................................................Mike May

May’s Office Number: ................................... (619) 594-3023

May’s Cell Number: ....................................... (619) 957-8372

May’s Fax Number: ........................................ (619) 582-6541

May’s Email Address: [email protected]

Press Box Phone Number:.......................... (619) 281-0405

Athletics Website: ...................................www.goaztecs.com

2010 Schedule

Sept. 4 ..................................................... Nicholls

Sept. 11 .................................................. at New Mexico State

Sept. 18 ......................................................................at Missouri

Sept. 25 ...................................................................... Utah State

Oct. 9 .............................................................................* at BYU

Oct. 16 .......................................................................* Air Force

Oct. 23 ...........................................................* at New Mexico

Oct. 30 ..................................................................* at Wyoming

Nov. 6 ............................................................ * Colorado State

Nov. 13 ......................................................................... * at TCU

Nov. 20 ..............................................................................* Utah

Nov. 27 ........................................................................... * UNLV

2009 Results (4-8, 2-6 MWC)

Sept. 5 ..............at UCLA ............................................. L, 14-33

Sept. 12 ............Southern Utah ................................ W, 35-19

Sept. 19 ............at Idaho ............................................... L, 20-34

Sept. 26 ............* at Air Force ..................................... L, 14-26

Oct. 3 ...............New Mexico St. .............................. W, 34-17

Oct. 17 .............* BYU .................................................. L, 28-38

Oct. 24 .............* at Colorado St. ............................ W, 42-28

Oct. 31 .............* New Mexico ................................. W, 23-20

Nov. 7 ..............* TCU .................................................. L, 12-55

Nov. 14 ............* Wyoming ......................................... L, 27-30

Nov. 21 ............* at Utah ................................................L, 7-38

Nov. 28 ............* at UNLV........................................... L, 24-28

* Mountain West Conference game

General Information

Location: ...........................................................San Diego, Calif.

Founded: ...............................................................................1897

Enrollment: .......................................................................32,936

Conference Affiliation: ................. Mountain West (DI-FBS)

President: ...................................................Dr. Stephen Weber

Athletics Director: .................................................... Jim Sterk

Colors: ........................................................... Scarlet and Black

Nickname: .........................................................................Aztecs

Home Field/Capacity:..............Qualcomm Stadium/54,000

Playing Surface: ................................................................. Grass

Coaching Staff

Head Coach (Alma Mater): ...Brady Hoke (Ball State, ’82)

Record at SDSU/Seasons: .................................4-8/One Year

Career Record/Seasons: ..........................38-46/Seven Years

Football Office Phone: .................................. (619) 594-6769

Best Time to reach Coach Hoke: ....................Contact SID

Assistant Coaches:.............Al Borges (OC), Jeff Hecklinski

(AHC/RB/RC), Dan Ferrigno (TE/ST), Darrell Funk (OL),

LeCharls McDaniel (WR), Brian Sipe (QB), Rocky Long

(DC), Mark Smith (LB), Tony White (CB)

2010 Outlook

2009 Record:..........................................................................4-8

2009 MWC Record/Finish: .........................................2-6/7th

Base Offense: ..............................................................Pro-Style

Base Defense: ..................................................................... 3-3-5

Lettermen Returning/Lost: .............................................44/25

Offensive Starters Returning/Lost: ................................... 9/2

Defensive Starters Returning/Lost: .................................. 8/3

The Series

Nicholls vs. San Diego St.: .................................First Meeting

Series Streak/Last Meeting: ..............................First Meeting

In Thibodaux: ........................................................First Meeting

In San Diego, Calif.: .............................................First Meeting

Stubbs vs. San Diego St.: ....................................First Meeting

Hoke vs. Nicholls: ...............................................First Meeting

WeSTeRN MIChIGAN uNIveRSITYSeptember 11, 2010 * Waldo Stadium * Kalamazoo, Mich. * 7 p.m. EST

General Information

Location: ........................................................ Kalamazoo, Mich.

Enrollment: .......................................................................24,576

Conference Affiliation: ...................Mid-American (DI-FBS)

President: ......................................................Dr. John M. Dunn

Athletics Director: ....................................Kathy Beauregard

Colors: ................................................................Brown & Gold

Nickname: ......................................................................Broncos

Home Field/Capacity:...................... Waldo Stadium/30,200

Playing Surface: ............................................................FieldTurf

Coaching Staff

Head Coach/OC (Alma Mater): .Bill Cubit (Delaware, ’75)

Record at WMU/Seasons:...........................34-27/Five Years

Career Record/Seasons: ....................... 68-45-1/Nine Years

Football Office Phone: .................................. (269) 387-8620

Best Time to reach Coach Cubit: ....................Contact SID

Assistant Coaches:.................................... Dave Cohen (DC/

LB), Mike Grant (AHC/WR), Amp Campbell (CB), Ryan

Cubit (QB), Lou Esposito (DL), Jake Moreland (TE), Rich

Nagy (S), Mike Sabock (RB/ST), Bob Stanley (OL), Brent

Bassham (DGA), Steve Casula (OGA)

2010 Outlook

2009 Record:..........................................................................5-7

2009 MAC Record/Finish: ................................. 4-4/3rd West

Base Offense: ................................................................Multiple

Base Defense: .........................................................................4-3

Lettermen Returning/Lost: .............................................35/14

Offensive Starters Returning/Lost: ................................... 7/4

Defensive Starters Returning/Lost: .................................. 7/4

The Series

Nicholls vs. Western Michigan: ........................First Meeting

Series Streak/Last Meeting: ..............................First Meeting

In Thibodaux: ........................................................First Meeting

In Kalamazoo, Mich.: ...........................................First Meeting

Stubbs vs. Western Michigan: ...........................First Meeting

Cubit vs. Nicholls: ...............................................First Meeting

Sports Information

Football Contact: ....................................................Mat Kanan

Kanan’s Office Number: .............................. (269) 387-4125

Kanan’s Cell Number: .................................. (269) 998-2259

Kanan’s Fax Number:.................................... (269) 387-4139

Kanan’s Email Address: [email protected]

Press Box Phone Number:................(269) 387-3064/3065

Athletics Website: .......................... www.wmubroncos.com

2010 Schedule

Sept. 4 ............................................................ at Michigan State

Sept. 11 ................................................... Nicholls

Sept. 18 ...........................................................................* Toledo

Oct. 2 ................................................................................... Idaho

Oct. 9 ....................................................................* at Ball State

Oct. 16 .............................................................. at Notre Dame

Oct. 23 ........................................................................* at Akron

Oct. 30 ........................................................ * Northern Illinois

Nov. 5 .................................................... * at Central Michigan

Nov. 13 ....................................................... * Eastern Michigan

Nov. 20 ................................................................... * Kent State

Nov. 26 ......................................................* at Bowling Green

2009 Results (5-7, 4-4 MAC)

Sept. 4 ..............at Michigan ............................................L, 7-31

Sept. 12 ............at Indiana ............................................ L, 19-23

Sept. 19 ............* Miami (OH) .................................. W, 48-26

Sept. 26 ............Hofstra .............................................. W, 24-10

Oct. 3 ...............* at Northern Illinois..........................L, 3-38

Oct. 10 .............* at Toledo ........................................ W, 58-26

Oct. 17 .............* Central Michigan ........................... L, 23-34

Oct. 24 .............* Buffalo ............................................ W, 34-31

Oct. 31 .............* at Kent St. ........................................ L, 14-26

Nov. 7 ..............at Michigan St..................................... L, 14-49

Nov. 14 ............* at Eastern Michigan .................... W, 35-14

Nov. 24 ............* Ball St. ............................................... L, 17-22

* Mid-American Conference game

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uNIveRSITY OF SOuTh ALABAMASeptember 18, 2010 * Ladd-Peebles Stadium * Mobile, Ala. * 4 p.m.

Sports Information

Football Contact: ............................................ Brian Fremund

Fremun’s Office Number: ............................ (251) 414-8032

Fremund’s Cell Number: ............................. (251) 623-3191

Fremund’s Fax Number: .............................. (251) 460-7297

Fremund’s Email Address: [email protected]

Press Box Phone Number:.......................... (251) 208-2677

Athletics Website: ................................www.usajaguars.com

2010 Schedule

Sept. 4 ....................................................................Pikeville (Ky.)

Sept. 18 ................................................... Nicholls

Sept. 25 ............................................. vs. Edward Waters (Fla.)

Oct. 2 .........................................................Kentucky Wesleyan

Oct. 9 ....................................................................Missouri S&T

Oct. 16 ...........................................................................at Lamar

Oct. 23 .................................................................... at UC Davis

Oct. 30 ................................................................. Georgia State

Nov. 6 ................................................Henderson (Ark.) State

Nov. 11 ....................................................Arkansas-Monticello

2009 Results (Record)

Sept. 5 ..............Hargrave (Va.) Mil. Aca. ................. W, 30-13

Sept. 26 ............Army Prep ...........................................W, 56-0

Oct. 10 .............Georgia Military JC ...........................W, 31-3

Oct. 17 .............Louisburg (NC) JC ............................W, 41-7

Oct. 31 .............Fork Union (Va.) Mil. Aca. ................W, 64-6

Nov. 7 ..............Milford (NY) Academy .................. W, 64-12

Nov. 12 ............Huntingdon (Ala.) College ..............W, 35-0

General Information

Location: ................................................................... Mobile, Ala.

Founded: ...............................................................................1963

Enrollment: .......................................................................14,757

Conference Affiliation: ....................................................... N/A

President: ..................................................V. Gordon Moulton

Athletics Director: ......................................Dr. Joel Erdmann

Colors: .....................................................Blue, Red and White

Nickname: ........................................................................ Jaguars

Home Field/Capacity:........Ladd Peebles Stadium (38,888)

Playing Surface: ............................................................FieldTurf

Coaching Staff

Head Coach (Alma Mater): ....... Joey Jones (Alabama, ’89)

Record at USA/Seasons: ...................................7-0/One Year

Career Record/Seasons: ...............................10-7/Two Years

Football Office Phone: .................................. (251) 445-4004

Best Time to reach Coach Jones:.....................Contact SID

Assistant Coaches:............................Ron Antoine (WR), Bill

Clark (AHC/DC), Kurt Crain (LB), Chuck Dunn (OLB),

Greg Gregory (OC/QB), Tommy Perry (STC/RB), Mitch

Rodrigue (OT/TE), Brian Turner (RC/DL), John Turner

(OG/C), Duwan Walker (DB)

2010 Outlook

2009 Record:..........................................................................7-0

Base Offense: ...........................Multiple One-and-Two Back

Base Defense: .........................................................................3-4

Lettermen Returning/Lost: ...............................................46/8

Offensive Starters Returning/Lost: .................................10/1

Defensive Starters Returning/Lost: ................................10/1

The Series

Nicholls vs. South Alabama: ..............................First Meeting

Series Streak/Last Meeting: ..............................First Meeting

In Thibodaux: ........................................................First Meeting

In Mobile, Ala.: ......................................................First Meeting

Stubbs vs. South Alabama: .................................First Meeting

Jones vs. Nicholls: ................................................First Meeting

BACONe COLLeGeSeptember 25, 2010 * John L. Guidry Stadium * Thibodaux * 4 p.m.

General Information

Location: ..........................................................Muskogee, Okla.

Founded: ...............................................................................1880

Enrollment: .........................................................................1,000

Conference Affiliation: ......Central States Football League

(NAIA)

President: .......................................Rev. Dr. Robert J. Duncan

Athletics Director: ............................................... Alan Foster

Colors: .................................................................Red and Black

Nickname: ....................................................................Warriors

Home Field/Capacity:................................Indian Bowl/8,000

Playing Surface: ............................................................ Artificial

Coaching Staff

Head Coach (Alma Mater): ..................Lloyd Spotted Wolf

....................................................................... (Adams State, ’97)

Record at BC/Seasons: ......................................1-8/One Year

Career Record/Seasons: ...................................1-8/One Year

Football Office Phone: .................................. (918) 781-7357

Best Time to reach Coach Spotted Wolf: ......Contact SID

Assistant Coaches: Thane Read (OC), Trevor Rubly (DC),

Germany Thompson (WR), Robert Daniels (DL)

2010 Outlook

2009 Record:..........................................................................1-8

The Series

Nicholls vs. Bacone College: ............................First Meeting

Series Streak/Last Meeting: ..............................First Meeting

In Thibodaux: ........................................................First Meeting

In Muskogee, Okla.: ............................................First Meeting

Stubbs vs. Bacone College: ...............................First Meeting

Spotted Wolf vs. Nicholls: .................................First Meeting

Sports Information

Football Contact: ................................................................TBA

Fax Number: ................................................... (918) 686-6943

Athletics Website: .......................................www.bacone.edu

2010 Schedule

Aug. 28 .........................................................................at Haskell

Sept. 4 ...........................................................................McMurry

Sept. 11 ....................................................at Southwest Baptist

Sept. 25 ...............................................at Nicholls

Oct. 2 .................................................................... * at Langston

Oct. 9 ..................................* Southwest Assemblies of God

Oct. 16 ...............................* at Northwest Oklahoma State

Oct. 23 .......................................................................Grandview

Oct. 30 ...............................................................* Texas College

Nov. 6 .................................................... * Southern Nazarene

Nov. 13 ................................* at Oklahoma Panhandle State

* Central States Football League game

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SAM hOuSTON STATe uNIveRSITYOctober 9, 2010 * John L. Guidry Stadium * Thibodaux * 4 p.m.

Sports Information

Football Contact: ..................................................Paul Ridings

Ridings’ Office Number: .............................. (936) 294-1764

Ridings’ Fax Number: ................................... (936) 294-3538

Ridings’ Email Address: [email protected]

Press Box Phone Number:.......................... (936) 294-1838

Athletics Website: ...............................www.gobearkats.com

2010 Schedule

Sept. 4 ............................................................................at Baylor

Sept. 18 ........................................................ at Western Illinois

Sept. 25 ..............................................................Gardner-Webb

Oct. 2 ..........................................................................* at Lamar

Oct. 9 ................................................* at Nicholls

Oct. 16 .............................................* Southeastern Louisiana

Oct. 23 ...................................................* vs. Stephen F. Austin

Oct. 30 ............................................. * at Northwestern State

Nov. 6 ............................................................ * McNeese State

Nov. 13 .................................................. * at Central Arkansas

Nov. 20 ...................................................................* Texas State

2009 Results (5-6, 3-4 SLC)

Sept. 3 ..............Western Illinois ................................. L, 28-35

Sept. 12 ............North Dakota St. ............................ W, 48-45

Sept. 24 ............at Tulsa ....................................................L, 3-56

Oct. 3 ...............Saint Josephs (Ind.) ............................W, 41-0

Oct. 10 .............* Nicholls .......................................... W, 44-21

Oct. 17 .............* at Southeastern La. ....................... L, 21-37

Oct. 24 .............* at Stephen F. Austin ..........................L, 3-42

Oct. 31 .............* Northwestern St. ........................ W, 34-30

Nov. 7 ..............* at McNeese St. ............................... L, 42-63

Nov. 12 ............* Central Arkansas ......................... W, 17-14

Nov. 21 ............* at Texas St. ....................................... L, 20-28

* Southland Conference game

General Information

Location: ..........................................................Huntsville, Texas

Founded: ...............................................................................1879

Enrollment: .......................................................................16,795

Conference Affiliation: ......................... Southland (D-I FCS)

President: ...............................................Dr. James F. Gaertner

Athletics Director: ........................................ Bobby Williams

Colors: ........................................................ Orange and White

Nickname: .....................................................................Bearkats

Home Field/Capacity:.....................Bowers Stadium/14,000

Playing Surface: .............................Artificial (RealGrass-Pro)

Coaching Staff

Head Coach (Alma Mater): ................................. Willie Fritz

................................................................... (Pittsburg State, ’83)

Record at SHSU/Seasons: ........................................First Year

Career Record/Seasons: ..........................136-52-1/17 Years

Football Office Phone: .................................. (936) 294-1735

Best Time to reach Coach Fritz: ......................Contact SID

Assistant Coaches:..................................................................Jeff

Conway (AHC), Bob DeBesse (OC), Scott Stoker (DC),

Ben Beasley (S), Johnny Jernigan (DL), Anthony Johnson

(RB), Derek Warehime (OL)

2010 Outlook

2009 Record:..........................................................................5-6

2009 SLC Record/Finish:............................................... 3-4/5th

Base Offense: ................................................................Multiple

Base Defense: .........................................................................4-3

Lettermen Returning/Lost: .............................................35/27

Offensive Starters Returning/Lost: ................................... 3/8

Defensive Starters Returning/Lost: .................................. 6/5

The Series

Nicholls vs. Sam Houston St.: ....................................10-13-1

Series Streak/Last Meeting: .............................. Lost 4/21-44

In Thibodaux: ...................................................................... 7-6-1

In Huntsville, Texas: ...............................................................3-8

Stubbs vs. Sam Houston St.: .............................First Meeting

Fritz vs. Nicholls: .................................................First Meeting

texaS State univerSityOctober 16, 2010 * Bobcat Stadium * San Marcos, Texas * 6 p.m.

General Information

Location: .......................................................San Marcos, Texas

Founded: ...............................................................................1899

Enrollment: .......................................................................30,816

Conference Affiliation: ...........................Southland (DI-FCS)

President: ......................................................Dr. Denise Trauth

Athletics Director: .............................................Dr. Larry Teis

Colors: ..........................................................Maroon and Gold

Nickname: ...................................................................... Bobcats

Home Field/Capacity:...............Jim Wacker Field at Bobcat

Stadium/16,000

Playing Surface: ...............................Field Turf Duraspine Pro

Coaching Staff

Head Coach (Alma Mater): ...............................Brad Wright

.......................................................................... (Texas State, ‘81)

Record at TSU/Seasons: ..........................19-16/Three Years

Career Record/Seasons: .........................19-16/Three Years

Football Office Phone: .................................. (512) 245-2587

Best Time to reach Coach Wright: .................Contact SID

Assistant Coaches:..................Ben Norton (AHC/Co-OC/

OL), Slade Nagle (Co-OC/QB), Fred Bleil (DC/S), Mike

Barela (TE/Dir. of FB Ops), Terrol Dillon (STC/LB), Kevin

Brown (WR), Mike Bugar (DL), Steve Irvin (DB), Charlie

Reeve (RB)

2010 Outlook

2009 Record:..........................................................................7-4

2009 SLC Record/Finish:...............................................5-2/3rd

Base Offense: ........................................................Multiple Pro

Base Defense: .........................................................................4-3

Lettermen Returning/Lost: .............................................39/25

Offensive Starters Returning/Lost: .................................11/7

Defensive Starters Returning/Lost: ................................10/4

The Series

Nicholls vs. Texas St.: ........................................................14-14

Series Streak/Last Meeting: .............................. Lost 2/28-34

In Thibodaux: ..........................................................................8-6

In San Marcos, Texas: ............................................................6-8

Stubbs vs. Texas St.: .............................................First Meeting

Wright vs. Nicholls: ..............................................................2-1

Sports Information

Football Contact: .................................................Rick Poulter

Poulter’s Office Number: ............................ (512) 245-2966

Poulter’s Cell Number: ................................ (512) 738-0697

Poulter’s Fax Number: ................................. (512) 245-2967

Poulter’s Email Address: [email protected]

Press Box Phone Number:.......................... (512) 245-7765

Athletics Website: .........................www.txstatebobcats.edu

2010 Schedule

Sept. 4 .......................................................................at Houston

Sept. 11 .......................................................Southern Arkansas

Sept. 18 ...........................................................................Cal Poly

Sept. 25 .............................................................. Southern Utah

Oct. 9 ..........................................* at Southeastern Louisiana

Oct. 16.................................................. * Nicholls

Oct. 23 ..................................................* Northwestern State

Oct. 30 ....................................................* at Stephen F. Austin

Nov. 6 .........................................................* Central Arkansas

Nov. 13 ......................................................* at McNeese State

Nov. 20 ..............................................* at Sam Houston State

2009 Results (7-4, 5-2 SLC)

Sept. 5 ..............Angelo St. ......................................... W, 48-28

Sept. 19 ............at TCU................................................. L, 21-56

Sept. 26 ............Texas Southern ............................... W, 52-18

Oct. 3 ...............at Southern Utah.............................. L, 16-38

Oct. 10 .............* Southeastern La. ............................ L, 50-51

Oct. 17 .............* at Nicholls ..................................... W, 34-28

Oct. 24 .............* at Northwestern St. ................... W, 20-17

Oct. 31 .............* Stephen F. Austin.............................W, 28-7

Nov. 7 ..............* at Central Arkansas .................... W, 27-24

Nov. 14 ............* McNeese St. .................................... L, 27-30

Nov. 21 ............* Sam Houston St. .......................... W, 28-20

* Southland Conference game

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uNIveRSITY OF CeNTRAL ARkANSASOctober 23, 2010 * John L. Guidry Stadium * Thibodaux * 4 p.m.

Sports Information

Football Contact: ..................................................... Steve East

East’s Office Number: .................................. (501) 450-5743

East’s Cell Number:....................................... (501) 339-8215

East’s Fax Number: ........................................ (501) 450-3151

East’s Email Address: [email protected]

Press Box Phone Number:.......................... (501) 450-5743

Athletics Website: .................................www.ucasports.com

2010 Schedule

Sept. 2 ........................................................Elizabeth City State

Sept. 11 .......................................................... at Eastern Illinois

Sept. 18 ..................................................................Murray State

Sept. 25 .............................................................................at Tulsa

Oct. 9 ....................................................* Northwestern State

Oct. 16 ....................................................* at Stephen F. Austin

Oct. 23..............................................* at Nicholls

Oct. 30 .............................................* Southeastern Louisiana

Nov. 6 ................................................................* at Texas State

Nov. 13 ...................................................* Sam Houston State

Nov. 20 .......................................................... * McNeese State

2009 Results (5-7, 2-4 SLC)

Sept. 4 ..............at Hawaii ............................................. L, 20-25

Sept. 19 ............at Western Kentucky ........................W, 28-7

Sept. 26 ............Glenville St........................................ W, 24-10

Oct. 3 ...............Missouri S&T ................................... W, 45-10

Oct. 10 .............* at Northwestern St. ......................W, 34-0

Oct. 17 .............* Stephen F. Austin............................ L, 30-33

Oct. 24 .............* Nicholls .......................................... W, 42-13

Oct. 31 .............* at Southeastern La. ....................... L, 21-25

Nov. 7 ..............* Texas St. ............................................ L, 24-27

Nov. 12 ............* at Sam Houston St. ....................... L, 14-17

Nov. 21 ............* at McNeese St. ............................... L, 17-21

Nov. 28 ............North Dakota St. .............................. L, 16-17

* Southland Conference game

General Information

Location: ................................................................Conway, Ark.

Founded: ...............................................................................1907

Enrollment: .......................................................................11,758

Conference Affiliation: ...........................Southland (DI-FCS)

President: ............................................... Dr. Allen C. Meadors

Athletics Director: ........................................Dr. Brad Teague

Colors: .............................................................Purple and Gray

Nickname: ...........................................................................Bears

Home Field/Capacity: ...First Security Field at Estes Stadium

Playing Surface: ..................................................Natural Grass

Coaching Staff

Head Coach (Alma Mater): . Clint Conque (Nicholls, ’82)

Record at UCA/Seasons: ...............................73-43/10 Years

Career Record/Seasons: ................................73-43/10 Years

Football Office Phone: .................................. (501) 450-3153

Best Time to reach Coach Conque: ...............Contact SID

Assistant Coaches:..........................Hud Jackson (AHC/RB),

Brooks Hollingsworth (Co-OC/OL), Matt Middleton

(Co-OC/WR), Matt Williamson (DC), Perry Eliano (DB),

Dan Augustine (DL/STC), Nathan Brown (QB)

2010 Outlook

2009 Record:..........................................................................5-7

2009 SLC Record/Finish:............................................2-4/T-6th

Base Offense: ................................................................Multiple

Base Defense: ................................................................Multiple

Lettermen Returning/Lost: ...................................................40

Offensive Starters Returning/Lost: ................................... 5/7

Defensive Starters Returning/Lost: .................................. 4/8

The Series

Nicholls vs. Central Arkansas: ...........................................2-2

Series Streak/Last Meeting: .............................. Lost 1/13-42

In Thibodaux: ..........................................................................2-0

In Conway, Ark.: .....................................................................0-2

Stubbs vs. Central Arkansas: ............................First Meeting

Conque vs. Nicholls:.............................................................2-2

McNeeSe STATe uNIveRSITYOctober 30, 2010 * Cowboy Stadium * Lake Charles, La. * 7 p.m.

General Information

Location: ......................................................... Lake Charles, La.

Founded: ...............................................................................1939

Enrollment: .........................................................................8,256

Conference Affiliation: ...........................Southland (DI-FCS)

President: .....................................................Dr. Philip Williams

Athletics Director: .................................Tommy McClelland

Colors: ................................................................ Blue and Gold

Nickname: ................................................................... Cowboys

Home Field/Capacity:...................Cowboy Stadium/17,410

Playing Surface: .............................GEOMAX2 Artificial Turf

Coaching Staff

Head Coach (Alma Mater): .................................Matt Viator

.................................................................. (McNeese State, ’86)

Record at MSU/Seasons: ............................33-10/Four Years

Career Record/Seasons: ............................33-10/Four Years

Football Office Phone: .................................. (337) 475-5235

Best Time to reach Coach Viator: ...................Contact SID

Assistant Coaches:..............................................................Mike

Collins (AHC/Sec.), Lark Hebert (DC/LB), Tim Leger

(Co-OC/QB), Broderick Fobbs (Co-OC/WR), Carlos

McGee (RB), Reggie Nelson (OL), Manny Michel (DL),

Buck Harris (DL), JD Kappeler (DB), Lance Fremin (TE)

2010 Outlook

2009 Record:..........................................................................9-3

2009 SLC Record/Finish:............................................6-1/T-1st

Base Offense: ........................................................Multiple Pro

Base Defense: ..................................................................... 4-2-5

Lettermen Returning/Lost: .............................................51/17

Offensive Starters Returning/Lost: ................................... 4/7

Defensive Starters Returning/Lost: ................................10/1

The Series

Nicholls vs. McNeese St.: ................................................11-23

Series Streak/Last Meeting: ..........................Lost 1/L, 17-38

In Thibodaux: ........................................................................4-12

In Lake Charles, La.: ............................................................7-11

Stubbs vs. McNeese St.: .....................................First Meeting

Viator vs. Nicholls: ................................................................3-1

Sports Information

Football Contact: ............................................Louis Bonnette

Bonnette’s Office Number: ......................... (337) 475-5207

Bonnette’s Cell Number: ............................. (337) 802-7127

Bonnette’s Fax Number: .............................. (337) 475-5202

Bonnette’s Email Address: [email protected]

Press Box Phone Number:.......................... (337) 475-5225

Athletics Website: .......................www.mcneesesports.com

2010 Schedule

Sept. 4 .................................................................................Lamar

Sept. 11 ......................................................................at Missouri

Sept. 25 ...........................................................................Cal Poly

Oct. 2 ............................................... * at Northwestern State

Oct. 9 ...........................................................* Stephen F. Austin

Oct. 16 ...............................................................................at LSU

Oct. 23 ........................................* at Southeastern Louisiana

Oct. 30.................................................. * Nicholls

Nov. 6 ................................................* at Sam Houston State

Nov. 13 ...................................................................* Texas State

Nov. 20 .................................................. * at Central Arkansas

2009 Results (9-3, 6-1 SLC)

Sept. 5 ..............Henderson St................................... W, 27-24

Sept. 12 ............at Appalachian St. ............................ W, 40-35

Sept. 19 ............Savannah St. .........................................W, 56-0

Sept. 26 ............at Tulane .............................................. L, 32-42

Oct. 10 .............* at Stephen F. Austin ....................... L, 13-16

Oct. 17 .............* Northwestern State ................... W, 51-23

Oct. 24 .............* Southeastern La. .......................... W, 36-35

Oct. 31 .............* at Nicholls ..................................... W, 38-17

Nov. 7 ..............* Sam Houston St. .......................... W, 63-42

Nov. 14 ............* at Texas St. ..................................... W, 30-27

Nov. 21 ............* Central Arkansas ......................... W, 21-17

Nov. 28 ............* New Hampshire ............................ L, 13-49

* Southland Conference game

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STePheN F. AuSTIN STATe uNIveRSITYNovember 6, 2010 * John L. Guidry Stadium * Thibodaux * 4 p.m.

Sports Information

Football Contact: ................................................ James Dixon

Dixon’s Office Number: .............................. (936) 468-2606

Dixon’s Cell Number: .................................. (936) 552-1171

Dixon’s Fax Number: ................................... (936) 468-4593

Dixon’s Email Address: [email protected]

Press Box Phone Number:................(936) 468-3910/3911

Athletics Website: .....................................www.sfajacks.com

2010 Schedule

Sept. 4 ...................................................................at Texas A&M

Sept. 11 ..............................................................................Albany

Sept. 18 .........................................................at Northern Iowa

Sept. 25 ........................................................................... * Lamar

Oct. 9 .........................................................* at McNeese State

Oct. 16 ........................................................* Central Arkansas

Oct. 23 ....................................................* Sam Houston State

Oct. 30 ....................................................................* Texas State

Nov. 6 ...............................................* at Nicholls

Nov. 13 ............................................* Southeastern Louisiana

Nov. 20 .................................................* Northwestern State

2009 Results (10-3, 6-1 SLC)

Sept. 5 ..............at SMU ................................................ L, 23-31

Sept. 12 ............Texas College .....................................W, 92-0

Sept. 19 ............at Western Illinois .......................... W, 40-30

Sept. 26 ............North Dakota St. ............................ W, 65-31

Oct. 10 .............* McNeese St. .................................. W, 16-13

Oct. 17 .............* at Central Arkansas .................... W, 33-30

Oct. 24 .............* Sam Houston St. .............................W, 42-3

Oct. 31 .............* at Texas St. ..........................................L, 7-28

Nov. 7 ..............* Nicholls .......................................... W, 31-27

Nov. 14 ............* at Southeastern La. ..................... W, 41-10

Nov. 21 ............* at Northwestern St. ................... W, 19-10

Nov. 28 ............% Eastern Washington .................. W, 44-33

Dec. 5...............% at Montana........................................L, 0-51

* Southland Conference game

% NCAA FCS Playoffs

General Information

Location: ...................................................Nacogdoches, Texas

Founded: ...............................................................................1923

Enrollment: .......................................................................12,845

Conference Affiliation: ...........................Southland (DI-FCS)

President: .......................................................Dr. Baker Pattillo

Athletics Director: ................................................Robert Hill

Colors: .......................................................... Purple and White

Nickname: ..............................................................Lumberjacks

Home Field/Capacity:.........Homer Bryce Stadium/14,575

Playing Surface: ........................................................... Field Turf

Coaching Staff

Head Coach (Alma Mater): .....J.C. Harper (Clemson, ’89)

Record at SFA/Seasons: ...........................14-22/Three Years

Career Record/Seasons: .........................14-22/Three Years

Football Office Phone: .................................. (936) 468-3502

Best Time to reach Harper: ..........Weekdays Midmorning

Assistant Coaches:...................................... Shannon Dawson

(OC/WB), David Gibbs (DC/LB), Arlington Nunn (AHC/

Sec.), Chris Truax (RC/OL), Todd Schonhar (STC/OR),

Kurt Corbin (DT), Erik Slaughter (DE), Jake Willingham

(IR), Brandon North (Asst. Sec.), Cody Fredenburg (RB)

2010 Outlook

2009 Record:........................................................................10-3

2009 SLC Record/Finish:............................................6-1/T-1st

Base Offense: ...................................................................Spread

Base Defense: .........................................................................4-3

Lettermen Returning/Lost: .............................................40/19

Offensive Starters Returning/Lost: ................................... 5/6

Defensive Starters Returning/Lost: .................................. 8/3

The Series

Nicholls vs. Stephen F. Austin: ..........................................7-19

Series Streak/Last Meeting: .............................. Lost 2/27-31

In Thibodaux: ..........................................................................5-8

In Nacogdoches, Texas: ......................................................2-11

Stubbs vs. Stephen F. Austin: .............................First Meeting

Harper vs. Nicholls: ..............................................................2-1

NORThWeSTeRN STATe uNIveRSITYNovember 13, 2010 * Turpin Stadium * Natchitoches, La. * 6 p.m.

General Information

Location: .........................................................Natchitoches, La.

Founded: ...............................................................................1884

Enrollment: .........................................................................9,247

Conference Affiliation: ...........................Southland (DI-FCS)

President: ........................................................Dr. Randy Webb

Athletics Director: ............................................... Greg Burke

Colors: .................................Purple, White and Orange Trim

Nickname: ..................................................................... Demons

Home Field/Capacity:.......................Turpin Stadium/15,971

Playing Surface: .................................................................V-Turf

Coaching Staff

Head Coach/LB (Alma Mater):..........Bradley Dale Peveto

......................................................................................(SMU, ’86)

Record at NSU/Seasons: ................................0-11/One Year

Career Record/Seasons: ................................0-11/One Year

Football Office Phone: .................................. (318) 357-5252

Best Time to reach Coach Peveto: ..................Contact SID

Assistant Coaches:...........................Todd Cooley (OC/QB),

Jeremy Offutt (OL), Matt Kubik (WR), Jeremiah Fiscus

(RB), Brendan Farrell (STC/TE), Brad Laird (DC/S), Jay

Thomas (DL), De’Von Lockett (CB)

2010 Outlook

2009 Record:........................................................................0-11

2009 SLC Record/Finish:............................................... 0-7/8th

Base Offense: ................................................................Multiple

Base Defense: ..................................................................... 4-3-4

Lettermen Returning/Lost: .............................................55/22

Offensive Starters Returning/Lost: ................................... 7/4

Defensive Starters Returning/Lost: .................................. 3/8

The Series

Nicholls vs. Northwestern St.: ......................................13-23

Series Streak/Last Meeting: .............................Won 1/28-21

In Thibodaux: ........................................................................10-9

In Natchitoches, Texas: ......................................................3-14

Stubbs vs. Northwestern St.: ...........................First Meeting

Peveto vs. Nicholls: ...............................................................0-1

Sports Information

Football Contact: ................................................Doug Ireland

Ireland’s Office Number: ............................. (318) 357-6467

Ireland’s Cell Number: ................................. (318) 288-6388

Ireland’s Fax Number: .................................. (318) 357-4515

Ireland’s Email Address: .......................... [email protected]

Press Box Phone Number:.......................... (318) 357-4529

Athletics Website: ..............................www.nsudemons.com

2010 Schedule

Sept. 4 ...................................................................... at Air Force

Sept. 11 ...........................................................................Samford

Sept. 18 ................................................................Tarleton State

Sept. 25 .......................................................... at North Dakota

Oct. 3 ............................................................. * McNeese State

Oct. 9 ..................................................... * at Central Arkansas

Oct. 23 ...............................................................* at Texas State

Oct. 30 ....................................................* Sam Houston State

Nov. 6 .........................................* at Southeastern Louisiana

Nov. 13 ................................................. * Nicholls

Nov. 20 ...................................................* at Stephen F. Austin

2009 Results (0-11, 0-7 SLC)

Sept. 6 ..............at Houston ............................................L, 7-55

Sept. 12 ............at Grambling ...................................... L, 17-38

Sept. 19 ............North Dakota ................................... L, 20-27

Sept. 26 ............Baylor .................................................. L, 13-68

Oct. 10 .............* Central Arkansas ..............................L, 0-34

Oct. 17 .............* McNeese St. .................................... L, 23-51

Oct. 24 .............* Texas St. ............................................ L, 17-20

Oct. 31 .............* Sam Houston St. ............................ L, 30-34

Nov. 7 ..............* Southeastern La. ...............................L, 0-27

Nov. 14 ............* Nihcolls ............................................ L, 21-28

Nov. 21 ............* Stephen F. Austin............................ L, 10-19

* Southland Conference game

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SOuTheASTeRN LOuISIANA uNIveRSITYNovember 18, 2010 * John L. Guidry Stadium * Thibodaux * 7 p.m.

Sports Information

Football Contact: ................................................ Matt Sullivan

Sullivan’s Office Number: ............................ (985) 549-2142

Sullivan’s Cell Number: ................................ (985) 981-0009

Sullivan’s Fax Number: ................................. (985) 549-3773

Sullivan’s Email Address: [email protected]

Press Box Phone Number:................(985) 549-2443/2444

Athletics Website: .................................www.LionSports.net

2010 Schedule

Sept. 2 ............................................................................ at Tulane

Sept. 11 .........................................................Tennessee-Martin

Sept. 18 ...............................................................................Lamar

Sept. 25 ....................................................at Louisiana-Monroe

Oct. 9 ......................................................................* Texas State

Oct. 16 ...............................................* at Sam Houston State

Oct. 23 ........................................................... * McNeese State

Oct. 30 ................................................... * at Central Arkansas

Nov. 6 ...................................................* Northwestern State

Nov. 13 ...................................................* at Stephen F. Austin

Nov. 18 .............................................* at Nicholls

2009 Results (6-5, 4-3 SLC)

Sept. 5 ..............Texas A&M-Commerce ...................W, 41-7

Sept. 10 ............Union College ................................. W, 69-20

Sept. 19 ............at Ole Miss ............................................L, 6-52

Sept. 26 ............at South Dakota St. .......................... L, 13-44

Oct. 10 .............* at Texas St. ..................................... W, 51-50

Oct. 17 .............* Sam Houston St. .......................... W, 37-21

Oct. 24 .............* at McNeese St. ............................... L, 35-36

Oct. 31 .............* Central Arkansas ......................... W, 25-21

Nov. 7 ..............* at Northwestern St. ......................W, 27-0

Nov. 14 ............* Stephen F. Austin............................ L, 10-41

Nov. 19 ............* Nicholls ............................................ L, 30-45

* Southland Conference game

General Information

Location: ..............................................................Hammond, La.

Founded: ...............................................................................1925

Enrollment: .......................................................................15,200

Conference Affiliation: ...........................Southland (DI-FCS)

President: ....................................................... Dr. John L. Crain

Athletics Director: .............................................. Bart Bellairs

Colors: .............................................................Green and Gold

Nickname: ........................................................................... Lions

Home Field/Capacity:................Strawberry Stadium/7,408

Playing Surface: ...........................................................Sprin Turf

Coaching Staff

Head Coach (Alma Mater): .........Mike Lucas (Liberty, ’82)

Record at SLU/Seasons: ..........................14-23/Three Years

Career Record/Seasons: .........................14-23/Three Years

Football Office Phone: .................................. (985) 549-5550

Best Time to reach Coach Lucas: ....................Contact SID

Assistant Coaches:.........................Allen Rudolph (OC/OL),

Matt Webb (DC/LB), Art Asselta (QB), Tra Boger (DB),

Patrick Garvin (DL), Brandon Lacy (DE), Tyler Paopao

(RB), Tyronee Williams (R)

2010 Outlook

2009 Record:..........................................................................6-5

2009 SLC Record/Finish:............................................... 4-3/4th

Base Offense: ................................................................Multiple

Base Defense: .........................................................................4-3

Lettermen Returning/Lost: .............................................51/15

Offensive Starters Returning/Lost: ................................... 7/5

Defensive Starters Returning/Lost: ................................10/2

The Series

Nicholls vs. Southeastern La.: ..........................................11-8

Series Streak/Last Meeting: .............................Won 2/45-30

In Thibodaux: ..........................................................................5-2

In Hammond, La.: ..................................................................5-4

Stubbs vs. Southeastern La.: .............................First Meeting

Lucas vs. Nicholls: .................................................................1-3

Mike Lucas Tommy Connors

Won Loss TiedAkron 0 1Air Force Academy 0 1Alcorn State 1 0Appalachian State 1 0Arkansas-Monticello 1 0Arkansas State 1 0Assumption College 1 0Austin Peay 3 1Azusa Pacific 1 0Bacone College FIRST MeeTINGBaptist Christian 1 0Bethel College 1 0@Bishop College 1 0Cameron 1 2Central Arkansas 2 2Central Florida 2 2Cheyney University 1 0Connecticut 1 0Delta State 3 5 1Duquesne 1 0 Eastern Washington 1 0Evangel College 1 0Florida A&M 1 0Florida Atlantic 1 1Georgia Southern 0 3Grambling State 0 2Harding 1 0Hofstra 0 1Illinois State 1 2University of Indiana 0 1Jackson State 1 1Jacksonville State 6 9Lamar 1 2Livingston 3 6Louisiana-Lafayette 0 2Louisiana-Monroe 3 22Louisiana Tech 0 4McNeese State 11 23Memphis 0 1Merchant Marine Academy 1 0Mississippi College 4 5Mississippi Valley State 1 0Montana 0 1Nebraska 0 1

Nevada-Reno 0 1North Alabama 1 3Northern Arizona 1 1Northern Iowa 0 1North Dakota State 0 2North Texas 0 5Northwestern State 13 24&@Ouachita Baptist 1 0Portland State 0 1Rice 1 0St. Cloud State 1 0Samford 7 5Sam houston State 10 13 1@San Diego State FIRST MeeTING Slippery Rock 1 0South Alabama FIRST MeeTINGSouth Dakota State 0 1South Florida 0 1Southeastern Louisiana 11 8Southeast Missouri 1 0Southern 13 6Southern Arkansas 2 0Southern Illinois 1 1Southwest Missouri 5 0 1Stephen F. Austin 7 19Tennessee-Martin 7 1Tennessee State 0 2Tennessee Tech 2 0Texas A&M-Kingsville 0 3Texas Southern 5 0@Texas State 15 13@Troy State 6 20 1Weber State 2 0Western Carolina 0 1Western Illinois 0 2Western Michigan FIRST MeeTINGWest Virginia Tech 1 0Youngstown State 1 0

2010 Nicholls State opponents in bold& - Colonels awarded forfeit victory in 2000 after Northwestern State used an ineligible player.@ - Bethel College, Texas Southern, Northwestern State, Sam Houston State and Texas State awarded forfeit victory in 2003 after Nicholls State used an ineligible player.

2010 NICHOLLS FOOTBALL TRAVELWeek #1: Nicholls State University @ San Diego State University (Saturday, September 4th, 2010)Game Time: 5:00 p.m. (PCT)Hotel: San Diego Marriott Gaslamp QuarterHotel Contact:619.696.0234 • Hotel Address: 660 K Street, San Diego, CA. 92101Charter Flight Departure: Friday, September 3rd, 2010 @ 1:00 p.m. (New Orleans)

Week #2: Nicholls State University @ Western Michigan University (Saturday, September 11th, 2010)Game Time: 7:00 p.m. (EST)Hotel: Holiday Inn WestHotel Contact:269.375.6000 • Hotel Address: 2747 S. 11th Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49009Charter Flight Departure: Friday, September 10th, 2010 @ 1:00 p.m. (New Orleans)

Week #6: Nicholls State University @ Texas State University (Saturday, October 18th, 2010)Game Time: 6:00 p.m. (CT)Hotel: Hilton Austin AirportHotel Contact:512.385.6767 • Hotel Address: 9515 Hotel Drive, Austin, TX. 78719Bus Departure: Friday, September 10th, 2010 @ TBA

All other games will either be a home game or a (away game) same day trip

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10/31/81 Monroe, La. L 18-559/11/82 Thibodaux L 14-3910/15/83 Monroe, La. L 27-479/1/84 Thibodaux L 6-139/28/85 Monroe, La. L 15-179/27/86 Thibodaux W 17-139/26/87 Monroe, La. L 14-269/3/88 Thibodaux L 6-229/9/89 Monroe, La. L 13-1910/20/90 Thibodaux L 20-279/7/91 Monroe, La. W 15-109/5/92 Thibodaux L 10-389/25/93 Thibodaux L 30-519/9/95 Monroe, La. L 21-348/29/96 Monroe, La. L 12-148/30/97 Monroe, La. L 0-289/5/98 Monroe, La. L 10-449/4/99 Monroe, La. L 10-279/16/00 Monroe, La. L 21-27LOuISIANA TeCh (0-4)9/24/88 Ruston, La. L 10-3110/31/98 Ruston, La. L 28-569/16/06 Ruston, La. L 21-319/19/09 Ruston, La. L 13-48McNeeSe STATe (10-23)10/21/72 Thibodaux L 7-2410/20/73 Lake Charles, La. L 7-2811/2/74 Thibodaux L 20-2610/29/77 Lake Charles, La. W 24-710/7/78 Lake Charles, La. L 10-359/20/80 Lake Charles, La. L 0-219/19/81 Thibodaux L 9-599/24/83 Lake Charles, La. W 30-279/15/84 Thibodaux L 21-249/21/85 Lake Charles, La. W 37-159/20/86 Thibodaux W 34-1011/14/87 Lake Charles, La. W 29-710/1/88 Thibodaux W 23-199/30/89 Lake Charles, La. L 14-289/1/90 Thibodaux W 31-2410/5/91 Lake Charles, La. L 3-219/26/92 Thibodaux L 17-2111/20/93 Lake Charles, La. L 0-2711/19/94 Lake Charles, La. L 24-4111/18/95 Thibodaux L 6-3111/23/96 Lake Charles, La. W 17-1611/22/97 Thibodaux L 13-3111/21/98 Lake Charles, La. W 31-3011/20/99 Thibodaux L 0-3811/18/00 Lake Charles, La. L 7-1211/17/01 Thibodaux L 27-3411/23/02 Lake Charles, La. L 33-2111/22/03 Thibodaux L 28-6311/20/04 Lake Charles, La. L 30-911/19/05 Thibodaux W 39-2611/18/06 Lake Charles, La. L 10-2610/20/07 Thibodaux L 28-710/25/08 Lake Charles, La. W 38-3510/31/09 Thibodaux L 17-38MeMPhIS (0-1)09/20/08 Memphis, Tenn. L 10-31MeRChANT MARINe ACADeMY (1-0)10/3/81 Thibodaux W 45-3MISSISSIPPI COLLeGe (4-5)

10/14/72 Thibodaux L 13-4210/13/73 Clinton, Miss. L 7-2110/19/74 Thibodaux W 21-1210/25/75 Clinton, Miss. L 7-199/11/76 Thibodaux W 17-79/10/77 Clinton, Miss. W 6-010/21/78 Thibodaux W 10-710/20/79 Thibodaux L 14-2811/3/90 Thibodaux L 20-31MISSISSIPPI vALLeY STATe (1-0)9/12/98 New Orleans, La. W 41-26MONTANA (0-1)11/30/96 Missoula, Mont. L 3-48NeBRASkA (0-1)9/09/06 Lincoln, Neb. L 7-56NevADA-ReNO (0-1)9/15/07 Reno, Nevada L 52-17NORTh ALABAMA (1-3)10/27/73 Thibodaux L 11-2711/9/74 Florence, Ala. L 8-1711/8/75 Thibodaux W 28-2711/6/76 Florence, Ala. L 7-37northern arizona (1-1)11/12/88 Thibodaux W 23-510/27/90 Flagstaff, Ariz. L 34-41NORTh DAkOTA STATe (0-1)10/2/04 Thibodaux L 24-14north texaS (0-5)11/9/91 Thibodaux L 19-2411/7/92 Denton, Texas L 3-3111/13/93 Denton, Texas L 21-6311/12/94 Thibodaux L 17-319/7/02 Denton, Texas L 23-0NORTheRN IOWA (0-1)10/04/08 Cedar Falls, Iowa L 14-34NORThWeSTeRN STATe (13-24)&@10/6/73 Thibodaux W 3-010/12/74 Natchitoches, La. W 7-010/11/75 Thibodaux W 23-1010/9/76 Natchitoches, La. L 8-2010/8/77 Thibodaux W 10-610/28/78 Natchitoches, La. L 18-2810/27/79 Thibodaux W 27-2411/8/80 Natchitoches, La. L 14-2111/7/81 Thibodaux L 17-3111/6/82 Natchitoches, La. L 6-3811/5/83 Thibodaux L 21-2410/11/84 Natchitoches, La. L 0-1911/9/85 Thibodaux L 14-2011/8/86 Natchitoches, La. L 13-2811/7/87 Thibodaux L 28-3110/15/88 Natchitoches, La. L 12-2711/4/89 Thibodaux W 21-159/15/90 Natchitoches, La. W 19-711/16/91 Thibodaux L 10-1611/14/92 Natchitoches, La. L 6-4410/9/93 Natchitoches, La. L 21-359/17/94 Thibodaux L 3-3510/7/95 Natchitoches, La. L 14-3410/12/96 Thibodaux W 19-179/27/97 Natchitoches, La. L 0-1910/24/98 Thibodaux L 26-2810/2/99 Natchitoches, La. L 17-4210/14/00 Thibodaux L 21-27&

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SOuTh DAkOTA STATe (0-1)9/23/06 Thibodaux L 17-24SOuTh FLORIDA (0-1)9/6/03 Tampa, Florida L 17-27SOuTheASTeRN LOuISIANA (11-8)9/30/72 Hammond, La. L 9-319/29/73 Hammond, La. L 0-1011/16/74 Thibodaux W 10-011/15/75 New Orleans, La. W 14-611/13/76 New Orleans, La. L 7-1711/12/77 Thibodaux L 14-1711/11/78 New Orleans, La. L 0-1011/10/79 Hammond, La. L 0-3811/15/80 Thibodaux L 20-2111/14/81 Hammond, La. W 29-1711/20/82 Thibodaux W 20-1411/19/83 Hammond, La. W 6-011/17/84 Thibodaux W 36-711/23/85 Hammond, La. W 21-1711/12/05 Hammond, La. W 38-2810/7/06 Thibodaux W 14-1011/17/07 Hammond, La. L 13-1711/22/08 Thibodaux W 35-2811/19/09 Hammond, La. W 45-30SOuTheAST MISSOuRI (1-0)10/4/75 Cape Giradeau, Mo. W 18-17 SOuTheRN (13-6)10/11/80 Baton Rouge, La. L 0-4810/10/81 Thibodaux W 56-1410/9/82 Baton Rouge, La. W 26-1410/8/83 Thibodaux L 20-2110/6/84 Thibodaux W 43-2610/12/85 Baton Rouge, La. L 22-2510/11/86 Thibodaux W 17-1010/10/87 Baton Rouge, La. W 27-2110/8/88 Thibodaux W 24-010/28/89 Baton Rouge, La. L 28-3111/17/90 Thibodaux W 23-1911/2/91 Baton Rouge, La. W 21-710/31/92 Thibodaux W 27-2410/30/93 Baton Rouge, La. W 28-1410/29/94 Thibodaux W 20-1410/28/95 Baton Rouge, La. L 3-4111/2/96 Thibodaux W 14-011/1/97 Baton Rouge, La. L 14-219/28/02 Baton Rouge, La. W 21-13SOuTheRN ARkANSAS (2-0)8/31/06 Thibodaux W 35-09/8/07 Thibodaux W 31-13SOuTheRN ILLINOIS (1-1)9/23/95 Carbondale, Ill. L 20-489/6/97 Thibodaux W 33-0SOuThWeST MISSOuRI (5-0-1)11/21/81 Thibodaux T 20-2010/30/82 Springfield, Mo. W 30-1910/29/83 Thibodaux W 33-711/16/85 Thibodaux W 31-2810/4/86 Springfield, Mo. W 31-09/19/87 Springfield, Mo. W 21-9STePheN F. AuSTIN (7-19)10/20/84 Nacogdoches, Texas W 25-2110/19/85 Thibodaux L 10-2010/18/86 Nacogdoches, Texas W 14-1010/17/87 Thibodaux L 21-24

11/5/88 Nacogdoches, Texas L 7-309/23/89 Nacogdoches, Texas L 7-249/22/90 Thibodaux W 41-23*10/26/91 Thibodaux W 26-010/24/92 Nacogdoches, Texas L 6-2110/16/93 Nacogdoches, Texas L 21-3510/15/94 Thibodaux L 10-2410/14/95 Nacogdoches, Texas L 3-5610/19/96 Thibodaux L 11-2711/15/97 Nacogdoches, Texas L 7-3911/14/98 Thibodaux W 14-710/23/99 Nacogdoches, Texas L 7-3810/21/00 Thibodaux L 20-2711/3/01 Nacogdoches, Texas L 21-2310/12/02 Thibodaux L 17-1411/15/03 Nacogdoches, Texas L 16-2811/6/04 Thibodaux W 41-2310/8/06 Nacogdoches, Texas L 21-27 (OT)11/11/06 Thibodaux L 13-1610/13/07 Nacogdoches, Texas W 17-1610/18/08 Thibodaux L 39-5011/07/09 Nacogdoches, Texas L 27-31TeNNeSSee-MARTIN (7-1)10/28/72 Martin, Tenn. W 18-159/8/73 Thibodaux W 7-09/14/74 Martin, Tenn. W 16-149/13/75 Thibodaux W 23-010/16/76 Martin, Tenn. W 3-010/15/77 Thibodaux L 0-3411/4/78 Martin, Tenn. W 7-311/3/79 Thibodaux W 15-7TeNNeSSee STATe (0-2)10/25/80 Thibodaux L 15-4010/24/81 Nashville, Tenn. L 11-49TeNNeSSee TeCh (2-0)9/2/78 Thibodaux W 20-109/29/79 Cookeville, Tenn. W 13-10texaS a&M-KingSville (0-3)8/31/91 Thibodaux L 3-79/12/92 Kingsville, Texas L 12-509/20/03 Kingsville, Texas L 26-27texaS Southern (5-0)@10/17/81 Thibodaux W 31-279/4/82 Houston, Texas W 14-611/19/88 Thibodaux W 26-139/27/03 Thibodaux W 64-5@9/25/04 Houston, Texas W 21-6@ - Tigers awarded forfeit victory after Nicholls State used an ineligible player.texaS State (15-13)@10/4/80 Thibodaux W 24-219/18/82 San Marcos, Texas L 7-1411/10/84 San Marcos, Texas W 30-1410/26/85 Thibodaux W 20-1210/25/86 San Marcos, Texas W 35-2110/24/87 Thibodaux L 16-3110/29/88 San Marcos, Texas W 13-1010/21/89 Thibodaux W 22-219/29/90 San Marcos, Texas L 30-339/28/91 Thibodaux L 10-1910/3/92 San Marcos, Texas L 13-3810/23/93 Thibodaux W 63-3710/22/94 San Marcos, Texas L 26-2710/21/95 Thibodaux L 25-35

10/26/96 San Marcos, Texas W 49-3610/11/97 Thibodaux W 29-2811/28/98 San Marcos, Texas L 27-2810/9/99 Thibodaux L 0-1610/7/00 San Marcos, Texas L 0-2510/27/01 Thibodaux W 33-1410/19/02 San Marcos, Texas W 24-2111/6/03 Thibodaux W 31-13@11/13/04 San Marcos, Texas L 12-3511/29/05 Thibodaux W 32-29 OT11/4/06 San Marcos, Texas W 21-1911/10/07 Thibodaux W 52-2811/15/08 San Marcos, Texas L 10-3410/17/09 Thibodaux L 28-34@ - Bobcats awarded forfeit victory after Nicholls State used an ineligible player.TROY STATe (6-20-1)9/22/73 Troy, Ala. L 7-429/28/74 Thibodaux L 0-269/27/75 Troy, Ala. W 17-139/25/76 Thibodaux L 9-149/24/77 Troy, Ala. L 6-239/23/78 Thibodaux L 6-169/22/79 Troy, Ala. L 15-359/27/80 Thibodaux L 15-259/26/81 Troy, Ala. L 23-269/25/82 Thibodaux W 10-39/10/83 Troy, Ala. L 25-339/8/84 Troy, Ala. L 7-269/14/85 Thibodaux W 40-229/13/86 Troy, Ala. W 26-259/12/87 Thibodaux T 17-1711/10/90 Troy, Ala. L 23-319/21/91 Troy, Ala. W 25-1711/21/92 Thibodaux L 0-219/18/93 Thibodaux L 17-2410/8/94 Troy, Ala. L 14-359/16/95 Thibodaux L 3-179/21/96 Troy, Ala. L 7-379/20/97 Thibodaux W 22-2011/7/98 Troy, Ala. L 10-3110/30/99 Thibodaux L 0-2010/28/00 Troy, Ala. L 12-419/22/01 Troy, Ala. L 0-26WeBeR STATe (2-0)11/22/86 Thibodaux W 34-309/17/88 Ogden, Utah W 28-23WeST vIRGINIA TeCh (1-0)8/29/02 Thibodaux W 63-6WeSTeRN CAROLINA (0-1)9/11/04 Cullowhee, N.C. L 28-7WeSTeRN ILLINOIS (0-2)9/18/99 New Orleans, La. L 13-149/23/00 Macomb, Ill. L 3-44YOuNGSTOWN STATe (1-0)9/6/86 Youngstown, Ohio W 34-17

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GAMe ONeSeptember 5, 2009Falcon StadiumColorado Springs, Colo.AFA 72 NICh 0

The Nicholls State University football team opened its 2009 season with its worst loss in school history, falling 72-0. It was the most points an opponent had scored on Nicholls since the program’s inception in 1971, and it also marked the largest margin of defeat.

In the game, Air Force Academy had built a healthy 17-0 lead at the end of the first quarter, and removed a majority of their starters from the game mid-way through the second quarter.

Nicholls punter Patrick Dolan had a career game in the loss, punting seven times for an average of 46.7 yards/punt. He had three punts of 50 yards or more, with a long of 59 in the defeat.

NICH AFFIRST DOWNS 7 24NET YARDS RUSHING 90 474NET YARDS PASSING 61 102TOTAL OFFENSE YARDS 151 576Total offense plays 57 75Fumbles: Number-Lost 5-4 0-0Penalties: Number-Yards 10-67 7-50Punt returns: Number-Yards-TD 1-8-0 2-46-0Kickoff returns: Number-Yds-TD 9-135-0 0-0-0Interceptions: Number-Yds-TD 0-0-0 0-0-0Fumble Returns: Number-Yds-TD 0-0-0 1-10-1Miscellaneous Yards 0 0Possession Time 29:26 30:34Third-Down Conversions 1 of 14 8 of 15Fourth-Down Conversions 1 of 2 3 of 3Red-Zone Scores-Chances 0-0 8-8Sacks By: Number-Yards 1-11 2-10PAT Kicks 0-0 9-10Field Goals 0-1 1-1

GAMe TWOSeptember 12, 2009John L. Guidry StadiumThibodaux, La.NICh 14 DuQ 7

After a rough start to the season, Nicholls got a hard-fought 14-7 victory over Duquesne University on a fake punt that sent running back Earvin Moore racing 63 yards to the end zone for what proved to be the game-winning touchdown with eight minutes left in the fourth quarter.

The Colonel defense stood strong in the final eight minutes, claiming the victory while playing at

home for the first time in the 2009 season. Nicholls defense was led by Yashua Willis with 10

total tackles (five solo) from the middle linebacker spot, while Marquis Russell led the charge in the trenches with 1.5 sacks, a forced fumble and a fumble recorvery.

DUQ NICHFIRST DOWNS 22 8NET YARDS RUSHING 188 208NET YARDS PASSING 153 10TOTAL OFFENSE YARDS 341 218Fumbles: Number-Lost 4-2 3-1Penalties: Number-Yards 8-133 10-100Punt returns: Number-Yards-TD 2-14-0 1-22-0Kickoff returns: Number-Yds-TD 2-60-0 2-56-0Interceptions: Number-Yds-TD 2-13-0 1-36-0Fumble Returns: Number-Yds-TD 0-0-0 0-0-0Miscellaneous Yards 0 22Possession Time 34:08 25:52Third-Down Conversions 5 of 20 3 of 12Fourth-Down Conversions 2 of 4 1 of 1Red-Zone Scores-Chances 0-2 1-1Sacks By: Number-Yards 1-4 9-58PAT Kicks 1-1 2-2Field Goals 0-1 0-1

GAMe ThReeSeptember 19, 2009Joe Aillet StadiumRuston, La.LA Tech 48 NICh 13

Nicholls struggles continued against Division I-FBS foes as Louisiana Tech handed the squad its second loss of the season, 48-13 in Joe Aillet Stadium.

The Bulldogs built a 13-3 lead at halftime, and continued to score points as they led 34-3 early on in the fourth quarter. The Colonels broke their touchdown silence in the fourth quarter with a 24-yard run by Jacob Witt to make the score 34-10.

Nicholls wide receiver Antonio Robinson posted his second career 100-yard receiving game in the loss, tallying eight catches for 101 yards. Robinson also had two carries for 30 yards in the defeat.

NICH LATECHFIRST DOWNS 15 25NET YARDS RUSHING 161 185NET YARDS PASSING 110 373TOTAL OFFENSE YARDS 271 558Fumbles: Number-Lost 2-1 4-1Penalties: Number-Yards 6-38 4-50Punt returns: Number-Yards-TD 1-9-0 1-6-0Kickoff returns: Number-Yds-TD 5-79-0 4-69-0Interceptions: Number-Yds-TD 0-0-0 3-37-1Fumble Returns: Number-Yds-TD 0-0-0 0-0-0Miscellaneous Yards 0 0

Possession Time 28:51 31:09Third-Down Conversions 1 of 10 8 of 13Fourth-Down Conversions 1 of 1 0 of 1Red-Zone Scores-Chances 0-0 6-6Sacks By: Number-Yards 1-5 0-0PAT Kicks 1-1 6-6Field Goals 2-2 2-2

GAMe FOuRSeptember 26, 2009John L. Guidy StadiumThibodaux, La.JSu 60 NICh 10

The Colonels played in front of 8,213 fans – the most since 2005 – in John L. Guidry Stadium, however, the support received did not provide answers to stop Jacksonville State from lighting up the scoreboard, winning 60-10.

The 60 points scored by Jacksonville State were the most ever scored by an opponent against Nicholls in John L. Guidry, and tied for the largest margin of defeat in Colonel history.

Nicholls only touchdown – a 2-yard rush by LaQuintin Caston – in the game came in the fourth quarter. Patrick Dolan did establish a career long of 64 in the loss, marking his first-ever punt to go over 60 yards.

JACKST NICHFIRST DOWNS 22 10NET YARDS RUSHING 202 98NET YARDS PASSING 282 112TOTAL OFFENSE YARDS 484 210Fumbles: Number-Lost 2-0 5-3Penalties: Number-Yards 14-117 7-65Punt returns: Number-Yards-TD 3-26-0 0-0-0Kickoff returns: Number-Yds-TD 3-136-1 8-157-0Interceptions: Number-Yds-TD 0-0-0 0-0-0Fumble Returns: Number-Yds-TD 1-12-0 0-0-0Miscellaneous Yards 0 0Possession Time 32:20 27:40Third-Down Conversions 9 of 13 2 of 13Fourth-Down Conversions 0 of 0 0 of 1Red-Zone Scores-Chances 6-6 1-1Sacks By: Number-Yards 4-13 1-8PAT Kicks 6-8 1-1Field Goals 0-0 1-1

GAMe FIveOctober 10, 2009Bowers Stadiumhuntsville, TexasShSu 44 NICh 21

After the loss to the No. 22 Gamecocks at home, Nicholls set its sights on the conference slate of the

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2009 schedule. However, the Sam Houston State Bearkats pulled through with a strong second half to get a 44-21 victory.

Nicholls trailed 17-14 at halftime, but Sam Houston State outscored the Colonels 27-7 in the second half to preserve the win. In the game, LaQuintin Caston had his best game of his young career, completing 8-of-15 passes for 172 yards and a score while also rushing for another 18.

On the receiving end was Antonio Robinson with a big game, catching five passes for 108 yards and a score. A.J. Williams also had an outstanding game, rushing for 87 yards on five carries.

NICH SHSUFIRST DOWNS 12 27NET YARDS RUSHING 149 173NET YARDS PASSING 172 269TOTAL OFFENSE YARDS 321 442Fumbles: Number-Lost 3-1 2-0Penalties: Number-Yards 5-41 8-65Punt returns: Number-Yards-TD 0-0-0 4-73-0Kickoff returns: Number-Yds-TD 7-121-0 4-124-0Interceptions: Number-Yds-TD 1-1-0 0-0-0Fumble Returns: Number-Yds-TD 0-0-0 0-0-0Miscellaneous Yards 0 0Possession Time 29:17 30:43Third-Down Conversions 3 of 12 10 of 15Fourth-Down Conversions 1 of 3 0 of 1Red-Zone Scores-Chances 1-1 5-6Sacks By: Number-Yards 0-0 0-0PAT Kicks 3-3 5-6Field Goals 0-0 1-2

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Nicholls held a 7-3 lead after the first quarter, but gave up 21 points to Texas State in the second quarter to trail 24-14 at halftime, which the squad never recovered from.

The Colonels did come within three points – 24-21 – early on in the third quarter on a 1-yard run by LaQuintin Caston, but could not stop the Bobcats from scoring 10 points to ice the game.

Nicholls defense limited Texas State to 318 yards of total offense in the loss, while A.J. Williams led all Colonel rushers with 119 yards on 11 carries.

TXST NICHFIRST DOWNS 23 16NET YARDS RUSHING 247 259NET YARDS PASSING 233 65TOTAL OFFENSE YARDS 480 324

Fumbles: Number-Lost 3-3 3-3Penalties: Number-Yards 8-83 2-10Punt returns: Number-Yards-TD 1-10-0 1-15-0Kickoff returns: Number-Yds-TD 2-41-0 6-86-0Interceptions: Number-Yds-TD 1-0-0 0-0-0Fumble Returns: Number-Yds-TD 0-0-0 0-0-0Miscellaneous Yards 0 0Possession Time 33:10 26:50Third-Down Conversions 6 of 13 4 of 11Fourth-Down Conversions 1 of 2 1 of 1Red-Zone Scores-Chances 5-7 3-5Sacks By: Number-Yards 1-5 1-2PAT Kicks 4-4 4-4Field Goals 2-2 0-2

GAMe SeveNOctober 24, 2009estes StadiumConway, Ark.uCA 42 NICh 13

Still in search of its first win in Southland Conference play, Nicholls headed north to face the Central Arkansas Bears, and left with a 42-13 defeat in Estes Stadium.

The Bears established a dominating 35-6 lead at halftime, and after a quick score to start off the third quarter, UCA called off the dogs and coasted to victory.

Leading Nicholls in the win was Antonio Robinson with a rushing and receiving touchdown. It was the only two times Robinson touched the ball in the contest.

NICH UCAFIRST DOWNS 15 22NET YARDS RUSHING 180 272NET YARDS PASSING 73 273TOTAL OFFENSE YARDS 253 545Fumbles: Number-Lost 5-1 2-0Penalties: Number-Yards 1-15 11-105Punt returns: Number-Yards-TD 1-2-0 1-20-0Kickoff returns: Number-Yds-TD 6-150-0 1-21-0Interceptions: Number-Yds-TD 0-0-0 1-0-0Fumble Returns: Number-Yds-TD 0-0-0 0-0-0Miscellaneous Yards 0 0Possession Time 31:04 28:56Third-Down Conversions 4 of 16 5 of 12Fourth-Down Conversions 2 of 4 1 of 2Red-Zone Scores-Chances 0-0 2-3Sacks By: Number-Yards 0-0 1-6PAT Kicks 1-2 6-6Field Goals 0-1 0-0

GAMe eIGhTOctober 31, 2009John L. Guidry StadiumThibodaux, La.MCN 38 NICh 17

Nicholls struggles continued in league play as the Colonel football team fell 38-17 to McNeese State in John L. Guidry Stadium after falling behind 14-0 in the first quarter.

In the loss, fullback Marlin Meeks tallied 143 yards on 25 carries and a touchdown, leading the team to 248 yards rushing.

It was McNeese State’s third consecutive win, as the team avenged last season’s loss in Lake Charles to Nicholls, a 38-35 upset.

MCN NICHFIRST DOWNS 20 16NET YARDS RUSHING 150 248NET YARDS PASSING 155 46TOTAL OFFENSE YARDS 305 294Fumbles: Number-Lost 0-0 5-2Penalties: Number-Yards 9-75 9-75Punt returns: Number-Yards-TD 1-16-0 0-0-0Kickoff returns: Number-Yds-TD 3-58-0 6-112-0Interceptions: Number-Yds-TD 0-0-0 0-0-0Fumble Returns: Number-Yds-TD 1-0-0 0-0-0Miscellaneous Yards 0 0Possession Time 29:28 30:32Third-Down Conversions 6 of 13 6 of 13Fourth-Down Conversions 2 of 2 0 of 1Red-Zone Scores-Chances 6-6 3-3Sacks By: Number-Yards 0-0 0-0PAT Kicks 5-5 2-2Field Goals 1-1 1-2

GAMe NINeNovember 7, 2009homer Bryce StadiumNacogdoches, La.SFA 31 NICh 27

The Colonels came close to upsetting the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks, holding a 27-21 lead heading into the fourth quarter, but Nicholls could not fend off SFA as they went on to score 10 unanswered points to close out the game.

Nicholls went through the entire game without a turnover, and put forth its best showing of the season with 434 yards of total offense that included 354 on the ground.

For his efforts, defensive back Jordan Nevels was named Southland Defensive Player of the Week. Nevels had 12 total tackles (six solo), two forced fumbles and an interception.

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NICH SFAFIRST DOWNS 20 28NET YARDS RUSHING 354 120NET YARDS PASSING 80 366TOTAL OFFENSE YARDS 434 486Fumbles: Number-Lost 2-0 2-2Penalties: Number-Yards 6-60 5-53PUNTS-YARDS 5-234 3-140KICKOFFS-YARDS 5-301 6-362Punt returns: Number-Yards-TD 1-0-0 2-14-0Kickoff returns: Number-Yds-TD 6-91-0 5-98-0Interceptions: Number-Yds-TD 2-17-0 0-0-0Fumble Returns: Number-Yds-TD 0-0-0 0-0-0Miscellaneous Yards 0 0Possession Time 37:28 22:32Third-Down Conversions 11 of 19 4 of 11Fourth-Down Conversions 0 of 3 0 of 0Red-Zone Scores-Chances 2-2 5-7Sacks By: Number-Yards 0-0 3-19PAT Kicks 1-2 4-4Field Goals 0-0 1-1

GAMe 10November 14, 2009John L. Guidry StadiumThibodaux, La.NICh 28 NWLA 21

Nicholls ended its seven-game slide and five-game conference losing streak when it defeated Northwestern State 28-21 in John L. Guidry Stadium.

The Colonels used their success they experienced

against Stephen F. Austin, and pilled up a total of 336 yards of total offense, scoring a touchdown in every quarter.

Providing what proved to be the winning touchdown was A.J. Williams with a 65-yard dash to give the Colonels a 28-14 lead with six minutes left in the fourth quarter.

NWLA NICHFIRST DOWNS 19 12NET YARDS RUSHING 141 139NET YARDS PASSING 261 197TOTAL OFFENSE YARDS 402 336Fumbles: Number-Lost 1-1 1-0Penalties: Number-Yards 7-40 4-35Punt returns: Number-Yards-TD 4-41-0 2-4-0Kickoff returns: Number-Yds-TD 5-78-0 4-69-0Interceptions: Number-Yds-TD 0-0-0 2-0-0Fumble Returns: Number-Yds-TD 0-0-0 1-10-0Miscellaneous Yards 0 0Possession Time 34:00 26:00Third-Down Conversions 8 of 15 3 of 11Fourth-Down Conversions 0 of 1 0 of 0Red-Zone Scores-Chances 2-4 1-1Sacks By: Number-Yards 2-10 1-5PAT Kicks 3-3 4-4Field Goals 0-0 0-0

GAMe 11November 19, 2009Strawberry Stadiumhammond, La.NICh 44 SeLA 30

TEAM STATISTICS NICH OPPSCORING 216 427 Points Per Game 19.6 38.8FIRST DOWNS 148 250 Rushing 85 114 Passing 43 120 Penalty 20 16RUSHING YARDAGE 2208 2185 Yards gained rushing 2456 2453 Yards lost rushing 248 268 Rushing Attempts 506 444 Average Per Rush 4.4 4.9 Average Per Game 200.7 198.6 TDs Rushing 20 29PASSING YARDAGE 1051 2849 Comp-Att-Int 64-149-8 209-332-8 Average Per Pass 7.1 8.6 Average Per Catch 16.4 13.6 Average Per Game 95.5 259.0 TDs Passing 8 26

TOTAL OFFENSE 3259 5034 Total Plays 655 776 Average Per Play 5.0 6.5 Average Per Game 296.3 457.6KICK RETURNS: #-Yards 64-1166 36-836PUNT RETURNS: #-Yards 10-88 21-266INT RETURNS: #-Yards 8-161 8-50KICK RETURN AVERAGE 18.2 23.2PUNT RETURN AVERAGE 8.8 12.7INT RETURN AVERAGE 20.1 6.2FUMBLES-LOST 37-16 22-9PENALTIES-Yards 64-559 89-816 Average Per Game 50.8 74.2PUNTS-Yards 59-2521 43-1658 Average Per Punt 42.7 38.6 Net punt average 37.5 35.1TIME OF POSSESSION/Game 30:13 29:473RD-DOWN Conversions 47/150 74/155 3rd-Down Pct 31% 48%4TH-DOWN Conversions 8/18 9/17

4th-Down Pct 44% 53%SACKS BY-Yards 16-107 15-69MISC YARDS 22 0TOUCHDOWNS SCORED 29 58FIELD GOALS-ATTEMPTS 5-12 9-11ON-SIDE KICKS 0-1 0-0RED-ZONE SCORES 18-21 86% 47-57 82%RED-ZONE TOUCHDOWNS 16-21 76% 39-57 68%PAT-ATTEMPTS 25-27 93% 52-57 91%ATTENDANCE 27492 99167 Games/Avg Per Game 5/5498 6/16528 Neutral Site Games 0/0

SCORE BY QUARTERS 1st 2nd 3rd 4th TotalNicholls 66 60 31 59 216Opponents 99 130 92 106 427

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The River Bell, which Nicholls and Southeastern La. play for every season, was recaptured by the Colonels with their 44-30 victory over the Lions.

Leading the Colonels in their quest was defensive back Bobby Felder with two interceptions, one that went 63 yards the other way for score. Felder was named Southland and LSWA Defensive Player of the Week for his efforts.

On the offensive side, fullback Marlin Meeks led the team on the ground with 115 yards and touchdown, while wide receiver Mike Barba added three receptions for 61 yards and a touchdown.

NICH SLUFIRST DOWNS 17 18NET YARDS RUSHING 322 33NET YARDS PASSING 125 382TOTAL OFFENSE YARDS 447 415Fumbles: Number-Lost 3-0 2-0Penalties: Number-Yards 4-53 8-45Punt returns: Number-Yards-TD 2-28-0 0-0-0Kickoff returns: Number-Yds-TD 5-110-0 7-151-0Interceptions: Number-Yds-TD 2-107-1 1-0-0Fumble Returns: Number-Yds-TD 0-0-0 0-0-0Miscellaneous Yards 0 0Possession Time 39:19 20:41Third-Down Conversions 9 of 19 5 of 15Fourth-Down Conversions 1 of 1 0 of 1Red-Zone Scores-Chances 6-7 2-2Sacks By: Number-Yards 2-18 1-2PAT Kicks 6-6 3-4Field Goals 1-2 1-1

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RuShING GP Att Gain Loss Net Avg TD Long Avg/GMeeks, Marlin 10 123 685 10 675 5.5 3 45 67.5Williams, A.J. 11 64 561 28 533 8.3 4 77 48.5Caston, LaQuint 10 116 340 111 229 2.0 6 20 22.9McCreary, Justi 9 52 170 3 167 3.2 0 8 18.6Robinson, Anton 11 11 159 16 143 13.0 2 42 13.0Moore, Earvin 10 14 144 3 141 10.1 2 63 14.1Witt, Jacob 4 39 161 29 132 3.4 1 24 33.0Johnson, Brando 11 38 116 18 98 2.6 0 21 8.9Hopson, Trey 4 26 71 6 65 2.5 2 9 16.2Salter, Kendrex 8 3 18 0 18 6.0 0 8 2.2Hughes, Kyle 11 1 15 0 15 15.0 0 15 1.4Buchanan, Corey 2 8 13 0 13 1.6 0 6 6.5Owens, Kenny 3 1 2 0 2 2.0 0 2 0.7Turner, Jesse 8 1 1 0 1 1.0 0 1 0.1Dumas, Nolan 8 1 0 7 -7 -7.0 0 0 -0.9TEAM 4 8 0 17 -17 -2.1 0 0 -4.2Total.......... 11 506 2456 248 2208 4.4 20 77 200.7Opponents...... 11 444 2453 268 2185 4.9 29 52 198.6

PASSING G Effic Cmp-Att-Int Pct Yds TD Lng Avg/GCaston, LaQuint 10 130.84 45-100-3 45.0 779 8 82 77.9Witt, Jacob 4 61.71 18-44-5 40.9 228 0 36 57.0TEAM 4 0.00 0-2-0 0.0 0 0 0 0.0Robinson, Anton 11 0.00 0-1-0 0.0 0 0 0 0.0Salter, Kendrex 8 469.60 1-1-0 100.0 44 0 44 5.5Meeks, Marlin 10 0.00 0-1-0 0.0 0 0 0 0.0Dumas, Nolan 8 0.00 0-0-0 0.0 0 0 0 0.0Total.......... 11 109.18 64-149-8 43.0 1051 8 82 95.5Opponents...... 11 156.06 209-332-8 63.0 2849 26 83 259.0

ReCeIvING G No. Yds Avg TD Long Avg/GRobinson, Anton 11 27 490 18.1 4 82 44.5Tate, Donovan 9 13 159 12.2 0 38 17.7Barba, Mike 5 9 177 19.7 3 64 35.4Williams, A.J. 11 7 117 16.7 0 35 10.6Johnson, Brando 11 6 96 16.0 1 44 8.7Moore, Earvin 10 1 7 7.0 0 7 0.7Buchanan, Corey 2 1 5 5.0 0 5 2.5Total.......... 11 64 1051 16.4 8 82 95.5Opponents...... 11 209 2849 13.6 26 83 259.0

PuNT ReTuRNS No. Yds Avg TD LongDaniels, Domini 10 88 8.8 0 28Total.......... 10 88 8.8 0 28Opponents...... 21 266 12.7 0 34

INTeRCePTIONS No. Yds Avg TD LongFelder, Bobby 2 107 53.5 1 63Willis, Yashua 1 0 0.0 0 0Hughes, Kyle 1 1 1.0 0 1Ogletree, Jorda 1 36 36.0 0 36Daniels, Domini 1 0 0.0 0 0Nevels, Jordan 1 17 17.0 0 17Russell, Marqui 1 0 0.0 0 0Total.......... 8 161 20.1 1 63Opponents...... 8 50 6.2 1 32

kICk ReTuRNS No. Yds Avg TD LongRobinson, Anton 28 549 19.6 0 38Williams, A.J. 23 394 17.1 0 42Salter, Kendrex 13 215 16.5 0 30Turner, Jesse 0 8 0.0 0 8Total.......... 64 1166 18.2 0 42Opponents...... 36 836 23.2 1 95

FuMBLe ReTuRNS No. Yds Avg TD LongSpain, Garrick 1 10 10.0 0 10Total.......... 1 10 10.0 0 10Opponents...... 3 22 7.3 1 12

|------ PATs ------|SCORING TD FGs Kick Rush Rcv Pass DXP Saf PointsSchexnayder, Ro 0 5-12 24-25 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 39Robinson, Anton 6 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 36Caston, LaQuint 6 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 36Williams, A.J. 4 0-0 0-0 1-1 0 0-0 0 0 26Meeks, Marlin 3 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 18Barba, Mike 3 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 18Moore, Earvin 2 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 12Hopson, Trey 2 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 12Felder, Bobby 1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 6Johnson, Brando 1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 6Witt, Jacob 1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 6Tizzard, Kyle 0 0-0 1-2 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 1Dolan, Patrick 0 0-0 0-0 0-1 0 0-0 0 0 0Total.......... 29 5-12 25-27 1-2 0 0-0 0 0 216Opponents...... 58 9-11 52-57 0-0 0 0-1 0 0 427

TOTAL OFFeNSe G Plays Rush Pass Total Avg/GCaston, LaQuint 10 216 229 779 1008 100.8Meeks, Marlin 10 124 675 0 675 67.5Williams, A.J. 11 64 533 0 533 48.5Witt, Jacob 4 83 132 228 360 90.0McCreary, Justi 9 52 167 0 167 18.6Robinson, Anton 11 12 143 0 143 13.0Moore, Earvin 10 14 141 0 141 14.1Johnson, Brando 11 38 98 0 98 8.9Hopson, Trey 4 26 65 0 65 16.2Salter, Kendrex 8 4 18 44 62 7.8Hughes, Kyle 11 1 15 0 15 1.4Buchanan, Corey 2 8 13 0 13 6.5Owens, Kenny 3 1 2 0 2 0.7Turner, Jesse 8 1 1 0 1 0.1Dumas, Nolan 8 1 -7 0 -7 -0.9TEAM 4 10 -17 0 -17 -4.2Total.......... 11 655 2208 1051 3259 296.3Opponents...... 11 776 2185 2849 5034 457.6

FIeLD GOALS FGM-FGA Pct 01-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-99 Lg BlkSchexnayder, Ro 5-12 41.7 0-0 1-2 1-3 3-5 0-2 48 0

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FG SeQueNCe Nicholls OPPONENTSAir Force 47 (23)Duquesne 53 34Louisiana Tech (48),(42) (24),(44)Jacksonville State (48) -Sam Houston State - 52,(42)Texas State 32,27 (26),(26)Central Arkansas 45 -McNeese State 51,(24) (32)Stephen F. Austin - (27)Northwestern State - -Southeastern La. (32),30 (33)Numbers in (parentheses) indicate field goal was made.

PuNTING No. Yds Avg Long TB FC I20 BlkdDolan, Patrick 59 2521 42.7 64 2 7 17 0Total.......... 59 2521 42.7 64 2 7 17 0Opponents...... 43 1658 38.6 55 3 5 19 0

kICkOFFS No. Yds Avg TB OB Retn Net YdLnSchexnayder, Ro 25 1310 52.4 2 3 Landry, Ben 17 957 56.3 0 0 Tizzard, Kyle 1 54 54.0 0 0 Total.......... 43 2321 54.0 2 3 836 33.6 36Opponents...... 77 4744 61.6 7 6 1166 44.6 25

ALL PuRPOSe G Rush Rec PR KOR IR Tot Avg/GRobinson, Anton 11 143 490 0 549 0 1182 107.5Williams, A.J. 11 533 117 0 394 0 1044 94.9Meeks, Marlin 10 675 0 0 0 0 675 67.5Salter, Kendrex 8 18 0 0 215 0 233 29.1Caston, LaQuint 10 229 0 0 0 0 229 22.9Johnson, Brando 11 98 96 0 0 0 194 17.6Barba, Mike 5 0 177 0 0 0 177 35.4McCreary, Justi 9 167 0 0 0 0 167 18.6Tate, Donovan 9 0 159 0 0 0 159 17.7Moore, Earvin 10 141 7 0 0 0 148 14.8Witt, Jacob 4 132 0 0 0 0 132 33.0Felder, Bobby 11 0 0 0 0 107 107 9.7Daniels, Domini 11 0 0 88 0 0 88 8.0Hopson, Trey 4 65 0 0 0 0 65 16.2Ogletree, Jorda 11 0 0 0 0 36 36 3.3Buchanan, Corey 2 13 5 0 0 0 18 9.0Nevels, Jordan 9 0 0 0 0 17 17 1.9Hughes, Kyle 11 15 0 0 0 1 16 1.5Turner, Jesse 8 1 0 0 8 0 9 1.1Owens, Kenny 3 2 0 0 0 0 2 0.7Dumas, Nolan 8 -7 0 0 0 0 -7 -0.9TEAM 4 -17 0 0 0 0 -17 -4.2Total.......... 11 2208 1051 88 1166 161 4674 424.9Opponents...... 11 2185 2849 266 836 50 6186 562.4

|-------Tackles-------| |-Sacks-| |---Pass Def---| |-Fumbles-| Blkd DEFENSIVE LEADERS GP Solo Ast Total TFL/Yds No-Yards Int-Yds BrUp QBH Rcv-Yds FF Kick Saf32 Meeks, Marlin 10 5 . 5.0 . . . . . . . . .64 Udoh, Edet 8 2 5 4.5 0.5-1 . . . . 1-0 . . .92 Garner, Fernand 4 2 4 4.0 2.0-12 2.0-12 . 1 . . . . .4 Turner, Jesse 8 3 . 3.0 1.0-5 1.0-5 . . . . . . .16 Dumas, Nolan 8 3 . 3.0 . . . . . . . . .91 Wallace, Paul 6 2 1 2.5 . . . . . . . . .82 Schexnayder, Ro 10 2 1 2.5 . . . . . . . . .89 Robinson, Anton 11 2 1 2.5 . . . . . . . . .8 Guidry, Kerry 10 1 2 2.0 . . . . . . . . .35 Dolan, Patrick 11 2 . 2.0 . . . . . . . . .84 Landry, Ben 5 2 . 2.0 . . . . . . . . .50 Sparks, Anthony 6 2 . 2.0 . . . . . . . . .23 Matthews, Troy 2 1 1 1.5 . . . . . . . . .18 Cancienne, Jona 4 1 1 1.5 . . . . . . . . .94 Crawford, Marsh 9 1 1 1.5 . . . . . . . . .7 Johnson, Brando 11 1 1 1.5 . . . . . . . . .56 McClinton, Jon 4 . 2 1.0 . . . . . . . . .54 Walker, Michael 3 1 . 1.0 . . . . . . . . .42 Salter, Kendrex 8 1 . 1.0 . . . . . . . . .17 Johnson, Jarrel 1 1 . 1.0 . . . . . . . . .1 Williams, A.J. 11 1 . 1.0 . . . . . . . . .43 Harson, Ian 2 . 1 0.5 . . . . . . . . .28 Garrett, Jeremy 7 . 1 0.5 . . . . . . . . .TM TEAM 4 . . . . . . . . . . 1 . Total.......... 11 448 351 623.5 57-194 16-107 8-161 36 14 9-10 15 2 . Opponents...... 11 414 379 603.5 57.0-204 15-69 8-50 24 . 16-22 15 1 .

2009 NIChOLLS OveRALL DeFeNSIve STATISTICS |-------Tackles-------| |-Sacks-| |---Pass Def---| |-Fumbles-| Blkd DEFENSIVE LEADERS GP Solo Ast Total TFL/Yds No-Yards Int-Yds BrUp QBH Rcv-Yds FF Kick Saf44 Willis, Yashua 11 40 40 60.0 9.0-16 . 1-0 2 2 . 1 . .49 Spain, Garrick 11 34 26 47.0 3.5-14 1.0-8 . . . 1-10 1 . .21 Felder, Bobby 11 38 16 46.0 4.5-12 . 2-107 7 . . 2 . .26 James, Ed 11 26 20 36.0 5.5-11 . . 2 . . . . .13 Daniels, Domini 11 28 14 35.0 . . 1-0 5 . 1-0 . . .33 Piper, Jordan 9 23 22 34.0 1.5-5 1.0-5 . . . . 1 . .9 Nevels, Jordan 9 24 19 33.5 3.5-7 . 1-17 5 . . 3 . .90 Reddix, Zac 11 25 13 31.5 6.0-23 1.5-13 . . 3 1-0 . . .27 Hughes, Kyle 11 20 14 27.0 2.5-7 . 1-1 3 2 1-0 . . .2 Andrus, Tyson 10 22 10 27.0 . . . 3 . 1-0 . . .30 Ogletree, Jorda 11 21 9 25.5 1.0-17 1.0-17 1-36 2 . . 1 . .87 Russell, Marqui 11 13 14 20.0 4.5-15 2.5-12 1-0 1 1 1-0 2 . .99 Perez, Henry 9 12 10 17.0 . . . . . . . . .93 Carter, A.J. 10 12 9 16.5 1.5-11 1.0-8 . . 3 1-0 1 . .98 Mims, Quenton 11 9 13 15.5 3.0-9 1.5-5 . . 1 . . . .53 Fanguy, Jarrod 9 10 10 15.0 1.0-5 1.0-5 . . 1 . . . .24 Nichols, Chucky 10 10 10 15.0 . . . 1 . . . . .96 Brown, Darrell 8 7 13 13.5 1.5-8 1.0-7 . . . . 1 . .80 Nora, Brennan 11 7 10 12.0 2.5-10 . . . . . . . .15 Trahan, Leroy 11 8 8 12.0 . . . 2 . . . . .85 Knight, Rashar 10 6 7 9.5 0.5-1 0.5-1 . . 1 . 1 . .25 Godfrey, Troy 7 6 5 8.5 1.0-2 . . 1 . 1-0 1 . .48 Stewart, Anri 6 3 9 7.5 . . . 1 . . . . .76 Green, Josh 9 5 3 6.5 1.0-3 . . . . . . 1 .41 Bergeron, Stefa 11 3 5 5.5 . . . . . . . . .

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In an era of considerable change in intercollegiate athletics, the Southland Conference continues to be a model of innovation, stability and consistent achievement as it celebrates the academic and athletic accomplishments of its member institutions.

What began as a small gathering of college administrators more than 47 years ago, the Southland Conference has transformed itself into a dynamic and respected consortium of 12 member universities in three states. Beginning with a historic meeting of five institutions in Dallas on March 15, 1963, that included current members Lamar University (then Lamar State College of Technology) and the University of Texas at Arlington (then Arlington State College), the Southland Conference set on an extraordinary course that has proven successful well into its fifth decade of existence.

On July 1, 2006, the Southland Conference commemorated another milestone as the league membership reached 12, marking the largest configuration ever for the organization. The addition of the University of Central Arkansas and Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi expanded the Southland into the Little Rock, Ark., metro area and into the eighth largest city in Texas. Central Arkansas and A&M-Corpus Christi enhanced the Southland Conference in innumerable ways, including athletic and academic successes, strong and principled leadership, and strong fan support and media coverage.

In addition to its two newest members, the Southland Conference lineup also consists of Lamar University, McNeese State University, Nicholls State University, Northwestern State University, Sam Houston State University, Southeastern Louisiana University, Stephen F. Austin State University, the University of Texas at Arlington, the University of Texas at San Antonio, and Texas State University-San Marcos.

All told, the revised membership of the Southland encompasses more than 180,000 current students and an alumni base of approximately 920,000. Famous

alums from Southland Conference schools include former President Lyndon B. Johnson (Texas State), former CBS news anchor Dan Rather (Sam Houston State), retired U.S. Central Command General Tommy Franks (UT Arlington), NBA executive Joe Dumars (McNeese State), ABC news anchor Robin Roberts (Southeastern Louisiana), country music star George Strait (Texas State), Major League Baseball stars Hunter Pence (UT Arlington), Kevin Millar (Lamar) and Ben Broussard (McNeese State), NBA legend Scottie Pippen (Central Arkansas) and actor Lou Diamond Phillips (UT Arlington).

The cities of the Southland are diverse and

p r o g r e s s i v e , ranging from international business and cultural centers such as the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex, San Antonio and the New Orleans area, to the historical cities of Nacogdoches, Texas, and Natchitoches, La., to the home of the modern oil boom, Beaumont, Texas, to the unique Cajun French cultures found in the Louisiana cities of Thibodaux and Lake Charles. Southland Conference institutions also draw large numbers of students from the metropolitan areas of Houston, Little Rock, Baton Rouge, Austin, and Shreveport.

The Southland sponsors 17 championship sports, all at the NCAA Division I level. The eight men’s sports include baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, tennis, and indoor and outdoor track and field. The women compete for nine championships in basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, indoor and outdoor track and field, and volleyball. The conference earns

automatic qualification to NCAA championships in baseball, men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s cross country, football, men’s and women’s golf, women’s soccer, softball, men’s and women’s tennis, and volleyball.

Continuing its tradition of innovation, the league launched the Southland Conference Television Network in the fall of 2008 and has already broadcast nearly 70 events. In just its second year of production, the network has already received recognition for its work. It received a College Sports Media Award at the College Sports

Video Summit in Atlanta in June 2010 for it production of the

2009 McNeese State vs. Stephen F.

Austin football game, which was judged the

best live game or event in its category. The network also collected three prestigious Tell Awards. Entering its third season in 2010-11, the network will expand its reach to roughly 6 million households throughout Texas, Louisiana and Arkansas.

In February 2010, the Southland Conference learned it, in conjunction with the city of Frisco, Texas, and the Hunt Sports Group, would serve as the host of the NCAA Division I Football Championship game. The first of three championship games will be played Jan. 7, 2011 at Pizza Hut Park in Frisco, which has been home to the conference office since 2006. Frisco was recently named the fastest growing city in the nation.

Southland Conference football ranks among the best Football Championship Subdivision leagues in the nation, and enjoys an annual expectation of competing for the national championship with multiple teams

advancing to the NCAA playoffs each year. In 2002 and 2003, McNeese State finished the regular season ranked No. 1 in the nation, and advanced to the 2002 national championship contest, the sixth such title game appearance since the league joined the FCS in 1982. All told, Southland teams have played in 92 Division I playoff games in 28 years, winning 43 of the contests.

Historically, the Southland’s successful football heritage has sustained itself through numerous membership and classification changes. Originally an NAIA conference, the Southland joined the NCAA College Division in 1968. The College Division was re-named NCAA Division II in 1973, and the league played two seasons in that class, before joining Division I in 1975. The Southland was an NCAA Division I-A league from 1978-81, before joining the ranks of FCS in 1982, its home ever since.

During its tenure as a Division I-A conference, the Southland Conference was instrumental in the startup of the Independence Bowl in 1976. The Southland representative served as the host team of the bowl until 1980, compiling a 2-3 record in those contests.

The conference can lay claim to five national championships, including College Division championships through former members Arkansas State (1970, UPI) and Louisiana Tech (1972, National Football Foundation). Louisiana Tech also won the first-ever NCAA-sanctioned national title, winning the Division II playoffs in 1973. Tech followed that with the UPI’s Division II national championship in 1974. Louisiana-Monroe won the 1987 FCS national title.

McNeese State, which has made 14 appearances in the national playoffs, played in the 1997 and 2002 NCAA Division I FCS national championship games, while Stephen F. Austin played in the 1989 title game and has five playoff appearances, reaching the quarterfinals in 2009. Northwestern State has played in the playoffs six times, and advanced to the semifinals in 1998, while Sam Houston State has earned four trips to

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the postseason, including the semifinals in 2004. Nicholls has participated three times in the playoffs. In 2008, Texas State made its second postseason appearance in four years. Included was a trip to the semifinals in 2005.

On four occasions, the Southland has placed three teams in the national 16-team playoffs. Six of the eight current football-playing members have qualified for the FCS playoffs. In addition, Texas State won NCAA Division II titles in 1981 and 1982 before joining the Southland.

The Southland has produced 153 first-team football All-Americans during its history, and has sent such talent to the professional ranks including Oakland’s Keith Davis (Sam Houston State), Carolina’s Josh McCown (Sam Houston State), Buffalo’s Terrence McGee (Northwestern State), Kansas City’s B.J. Sams (McNeese State), Detroit’s Kevin Smith (McNeese State), Minnesota’s Fred Evans (Texas State), Tennessee’s Jacob Ford (Central Arkansas), and Oakland’s Luke Lawton (McNeese State).

The Southland is one of three FCS conferences with at least 200 selections (202) in the National Football League Draft. The league also ranks third in the FCS with 22 players taken in the draft since 2000 and has 22 former players on NFL rosters to start the 2010 season.

Among the former NFL stars from the Southland include Fred Dean, who was inducted to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 2008 to become the first former Southland Conference player to earn induction in Canton. Other great NFL players from the Southland include Super Bowl XXIX quarterback Stan Humphries, Bill Bergey, Fred Barnett, Roger Carr, Marvin Upshaw, Larry Centers, Kavika Pittman, Mike Barber, Bruce Collie, Tim McKyer, Pat Tilley, Jackie Harris, Eugene Seale, Bubby Brister, Billy Ryckman, Rafael Septien, Buford Jordan, Marcus Spears, Terrance Shaw and Ray Brown.

The Southland Conference has also seen its share of great coaches during its history in Maxie Lambright, Ernie Duplechin, Sam Goodwin, Jack

Doland, Bennie Ellender, Bobby Keasler, Larry Lacewell, Bill Davidson, Dennis Franchione, Pat Collins, and Ron Randleman.

While successful on the fields and courts, the Southland Conference has repeatedly demonstrated its commitment to the academic and athletic success of its student-athletes.

In addition to football, the Southland Conference can point to a number of accomplishments in all sports.

Men’s basketball has experienced a tremendous amount of success during the Southland’s 45-plus years. The league has sent two teams to the NCAA Sweet Sixteen, as well as a squad to the NIT Final Four. Basketball stars Karl Malone, Joe Dumars, Jeff Foster, Dwight “Bo” Lamar, Andrew Toney, Devin Brown, and Mike Oliver played in the Southland Conference. In 2006, Northwestern State, playing as the No. 14 seed in the NCAA tournament, defeated No. 3 seed Iowa, 64-63, in first-round action. In 2008, the league saw two postseason teams (UT Arlington in the NCAA tournament and Stephen F. Austin in the NIT) for the first time since 2001.

Coaches such as Billy Tubbs, Mike Vining, Scotty Robertson, Jack Martin, Andy Russo, Bobby Paschal and Pat Foster have led teams in the Southland.

In women’s basketball, the Southland also has its share of tradition with Louisiana-Monroe advancing to the 1985 NCAA Women’s Final Four, and Stephen F. Austin sustaining itself as one of the most successful programs in the history of the sport. In 2008, the Ladyjacks became the eighth program in NCAA Division I history to record more than 800 wins, joining Tennessee, Louisiana Tech, Old Dominion, Texas, James Madison, Ohio State and Tennessee Tech.

In 2010, for the first time in Southland history, three league members advanced to the postseason as Lamar won its first conference tournament title and played in its second NCAA tournament. Stephen F. Austin was selected to play in its third WNIT and Texas A&M-Corpus Christi won a

school-record 24 games en route to its deepest postseason run, advanced to the semifinals of the inaugural Women’s Basketball Invitational.

A Southland team has played in the WNIT 10 times, including each of the last four years. Women’s basketball all-stars have included Eun Jung Lee, Lisa Ingram, Portia Hill, Deneen Parker, Katrina Price, and Joskeen Garner, and coaches such as Gary Blair, Linda Sharp, James Smith and Linda Harper.

Baseball has emerged as a huge Southland Conference strength with the league earning numerous national rankings and NCAA tournament berths. The Southland consistently ranks among the top-10 conferences in the country. Major leaguers such as Ben Sheets, Micah Hoffpauir, Hunter Pence, David Segui, Brian Lawrence, Ben Broussard, Chuck Finley, Jerald Clark, and Terry Matthews once played in the league. Former UT Arlington shortstop, Trey Hillman, a three-time All-Southland selection from 1983-85, was manager for the Kansas City Royals from the 2007-10 seasons and coached the American League in the 2009 MLB All-Star Game.

The 2010 Major League Baseball Draft was significant for the Southland as the league saw 17 players drafted pushing the all-time draft total to more than 400 selections (414). UT Arlington’s Michael Choice became the seventh Southland player taken in the first round, selected by Oakland with the 10th overall selection. He joins Ben Sheets (Louisiana-Monroe) as the league’s highest draft pick. The two are the only players in Southland history to be taken in the top 10 of the draft

Jim Gilligan, who won his 1,100th career game in 2009, and Mark Johnson, who won his 1,000th career game in 2010, join an impressive list of coaches who have patrolled Southland Conference dugouts including Pat Patterson, Butch McBroom, Jim Wells, Smoke Laval, Dave Van Horn, Mike Bianco, John Cohen and Tony Robichaux.

Softball continues to enjoy success on a national level, as the league has knocked off at least one nationally

ranked opponent since 1995, with six wins over ranked opponents in 2010 including wins by Texas A&M-Corpus Christi and Texas State over No. 15 Texas. In the 2003 NCAA Tournament, UT Arlington and Texas State enjoyed unprecedented success as each won two games in the national event. The league has also won at least one game in the NCAA tournament in three of the past six years. In 18 years on NCAA tournament competition the Southland has racked up 14 wins.

The Southland has a proud history in volleyball as UT Arlington has represented the conference eight times in the NCAA tournament, advancing all the way to the NCAA Volleyball Final Four in 1989. In 2006, Stephen F. Austin moved to the second round following an opening-round win against Alabama.

Track and field has also served as a proud asset for the Southland Conference as the league has produced numerous national champions and Olympic medalists. The Southland boasts 27 men and three women student-athletes who have won NCAA track and field national championships, including A&M-Corpus Christi’s Shadrack Songok (10,000-meter run) in 2007 and 2008 and McNeese State’s Brad Gebauer (pole vault) in 2007. The league has also produced U.S. Olympic track and field medalists Earl Bell, Thomas Hill, Al Joyner and Charles Austin, Liudmila Litvinova, along with other Olympians. With the addition of eight more All-American seasons in 2010, the league continues to find national success in both indoor and outdoor track and field. In the indoor circuit, the Southland boasts 60 unique all-time All-Americans that have won a combined 10 national championships. Likewise in the spring outdoor season, the league has seen 138 different All-Americans, including 110 men and 28 women, combine to win 20 national championships.

Golf has traditionally been a strong Southland sport as exemplified by Lamar men’s golfer Chris Stroud, who finished third individually at the 2003 NCAA National Championship and is a

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Southland Conference MembersInstitutions Abbreviations NicknamesCentral Arkansas UCA Bears/Sugar BearsLamar LU Cardinals/Lady CardinalsMcNeese State MCN Cowboys/CowgirlsNicholls NICH ColonelsNorthwestern State NWLA Demons/Lady DemonsSam Houston State SHSU BearkatsSoutheastern Louisiana SLU Lions/Lady LionsStephen F. Austin SFA Lumberjacks/LadyjacksUT Arlington UTA MavericksUTSA UTSA RoadrunnersTexas A&M-Corpus Christi AMCC IslandersTexas State TXST Bobcats

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member of the PGA Tour. Both Stroud and former Southeastern Louisiana golfer Hugo Leon competed in the 2010 U.S. Open. The league has sent multiple teams into postseason play on numerous occasions, including in 2009 as both Lamar and UT Arlington qualified for regional play. Additionally, during the past two seasons the Southland has sent eight golfers to compete as individuals in regional play with five in 2009 and three more in 2010. Lamar won a pair of NCAA Division II national championships in 1967 and 1968, and also produced PGA player Ronnie Black.

In 2005, Lamar’s Dawie Van Der Walt finished fourth individually and Lamar tied for 12th place at the NCAA Men’s Golf Championship, before the Cardinals tied for ninth in 2006 and tied for third in 2007. Former Lamar golfer Casey Clendenon advanced to the semifinals of the U.S. Amateur in 2007.

Southland tennis has also

experienced national prominence. UT Arlington All-American Andy Leber was the 2002 ITA/Ted Farnsworth National Senior Co-Player of the Year after a 43-3 record and earning the nation’s No. 2 ranking. In women’s tennis, Southeastern Louisiana won 46 consecutive conference matches during a four-year period that began in 2005.

The conference has increased sponsorship and championship opportunities for female student-athletes in recent years, adding women’s golf and soccer as league sports. In 2007, Stephen F. Austin became the first Southland soccer team to score a goal in the NCAA tournament, while Texas State became the first women’s golf program to compete in the NCAA tournament.

The Southland Conference has repeatedly demonstrated its commitment to the academic and athletic success of its student-athletes. With the F.L. McDonald

Postgraduate Scholarship Award, the league annually honors one male and one female scholar-athlete with a stipend for postgraduate study. The Scholar-Athlete Award is given to each institution’s male and female student-athlete with the highest grade-point average. The Steve McCarty Citizenship Award, initiated in 2005-06 and named after the former Stephen F. Austin athletic director, properly recognizes accomplishments off the court for a male and female student-athlete. Also, student-athletes with grade-point averages above 3.0 are honored on the

Southland’s annual All-Academic teams and Commissioner’s Honor Roll. A record 934 student-athletes appeared on the honor roll following the 2010 spring semester.

In addition to providing expanding opportunities for student-athletes, the Southland Conference and its member institutions are very involved in various community outreach programs. Many of these programs provide positive life skills training such as academics, citizenship and leadership to school-aged students in Southland communities.

Southland Conference Demographics (Football) Location Population enrollment Stadium (Capacity)Central Arkansas Conway, Ark. 55,000 12,959 Estes Stadium (8,500)McNeese State Lake Charles, La. 80,000 8,471 Cowboy Stadium (17,410)Nicholls Thibodaux, La. 14,431 6,814 John L. Guidry Stadium (12,500)Northwestern State Natchitoches, La. 18,751 9,111 Turpin Stadium (15,971)Sam Houston State Huntsville, Texas 31,408 16,663 Bowers Stadium (14,000)Southeastern La. Hammond, La. 17,639 15,224 Strawberry Stadium (7,500)Stephen F. Austin Nacogdoches, Texas 29,914 11,990 Homer Bryce Stadium (14,575)Texas State San Marcos, Texas 51,000 29,125 Bobcat Stadium (16,000)

Southland Conference Mileage Chartteam uca lu Mcn nich nwla ShSu Slu Sfa uta utSa aMcc txStCentral Arkansas ---- 430 464 589 310 415 500 321 362 615 754 567Lamar 430 ---- 60 231 157 112 226 124 291 278 307 250McNeese State 464 60 ---- 171 121 172 166 161 330 337 363 309Nicholls 589 231 171 ---- 229 343 88 329 330 337 536 480Northwestern State 310 157 121 229 ---- 180 208 109 269 396 488 346Sam Houston State 415 112 172 343 180 ---- 338 94 187 223 290 173Southeastern La. 500 226 166 88 208 338 ---- 311 473 503 535 475Stephen F. Austin 321 124 161 329 109 94 311 ---- 183 300 361 250UT Arlington 362 291 330 330 269 187 473 183 ---- 279 419 229UTSA 615 278 337 337 396 223 503 300 279 ---- 144 50A&M-Corpus Christi 754 307 363 536 488 290 535 361 419 144 ---- 187Texas State 567 250 309 480 346 173 475 250 229 50 187 ----

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1991 Conference All Games W L T W L TMcNeese State 4 1 2 6 4 2Sam Houston State 5 2 0 8 3 1Northeast Louisiana 4 2 1 7 3 1Southwest Texas 4 3 0 7 4 0Northwestern State 4 3 0 6 5 0Nicholls State 2 5 0 4 7 0North Texas 2 5 0 3 7 1Stephen F. Austin 1 5 1 2 8 1

1992 Conference All Games W L T W L TNortheast Louisiana 7 0 0 10 3 0McNeese State 6 1 0 9 4 0Northwestern State 4 3 0 7 4 0Sam Houston State 3 2 2 6 3 2North Texas 3 4 0 4 7 0Southwest Texas 2 4 1 5 5 1Stephen F. Austin 1 6 0 3 8 0Nicholls State 0 6 1 1 9 1

1993 Conference All Games W L T W L TMcNeese State 7 0 0 10 3 0Northeast Louisiana 6 1 0 9 3 0Stephen F. Austin 5 2 0 8 4 0Northwestern State 3 4 0 5 6 0Sam Houston State 2 5 0 4 7 0North Texas 2 5 0 4 7 0Nicholls State 2 5 0 3 8 0Southwest Texas 1 6 0 2 9 0

1994 Conference All Games W L T W L TNorth Texas 5 0 1 7 4 1McNeese State 5 1 0 10 3 0Stephen F. Austin 4 1 1 6 3 2Northwestern State 3 3 0 5 6 0Sam Houston State 1 5 0 6 5 0Nicholls State 1 5 0 5 6 0Southwest Texas 1 5 0 4 7 0

1995 Conference All Games W L T W L TMcNeese State 5 0 0 13 1 0Stephen F. Austin 4 1 0 11 2 0Northwestern State 2 3 0 6 5 0Sam Houston State 2 3 0 5 5 0Southwest Texas 2 3 0 4 7 0 Nicholls State 0 5 0 0 11 0Troy State 11 1 0Jacksonville State 7 4 0

1996 Conference All Games W L Pct. W L Pct.Troy State 5 1 .833 12 2 .857Nicholls State 4 2 .667 8 4 .667Stephen F. Austin 3 3 .500 7 4 .636Northwestern State 3 3 .500 6 5 .545Sam Houston State 3 3 .500 4 7 .364Southwest Texas 2 4 .333 5 6 .455McNeese State 1 5 .167 3 8 .273Jacksonville State 1 9 .100

1997 Conference All Games W L Pct. W L Pct.McNeese State 6 1 .857 13 2 .867Northwestern State 6 1 .857 8 4 .666Stephen F. Austin 5 2 .714 8 3 .727Sam Houston State 3 4 .429 5 6 .455

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Nicholls State 3 4 .429 5 6 .455Southwest Texas 2 5 .286 5 6 .455Troy State 2 5 .286 5 6 .455Jacksonville State 1 6 .143 1 10 .091

1998 Conference All Games W L Pct. W L Pct.Northwestern State 6 1 .857 11 3 .786McNeese State 5 2 .714 9 3 .750Troy State 5 2 .714 8 4 .667Jacksonville State 4 3 .571 7 4 .636Nicholls State 3 4 .429 4 7 .364Southwest Texas 2 5 .286 4 7 .364Stephen F. Austin 2 5 .286 3 8 .273Sam Houston State 1 6 .143 3 8 .273

1999 Conference All Games W L Pct. W L Pct.Troy State 6 1 .857 11 2 .846Stephen F. Austin 6 1 .857 8 3 .727McNeese State 5 2 .714 6 5 .545Sam Houston State 4 3 .571 6 5 .545Northwestern State 3 4 .429 4 7 .364Southwest Texas 2 5 .286 3 8 .273Jacksonville State 1 6 .143 2 9 .182Nicholls State 1 6 .143 1 10 .091

2000 Conference All Games W L Pct. W L Pct.Troy State 7 0 1.000 10 2 .833McNeese State 5 2 .714 8 4 .667Southwest Texas 5 2 .714 7 4 .636Sam Houston State 4 3 .571 7 4 .636Stephen F. Austin 3 4 .429 6 5 .545Jacksonville State 2 5 .286 4 6 .400Nicholls State% 1 6 .143 4 7 .364Northwestern State% 1 6 .143 4 7 .364%Records and results reflect two forfeits by Northwestern State.

2001 Conference All Games W L Pct. W L Pct.Sam Houston State 5 1 .833 10 3 .769McNeese State 5 1 .833 8 4 .667Northwestern State 4 2 .667 8 4 .667Stephen F. Austin 4 2 .667 6 5 .545Jacksonville State 2 4 .333 5 6 .455Nicholls State 1 5 .167 3 8 .273Southwest Texas 0 6 .000 4 7 .364

2002 Conference All Games W L Pct. W L Pct.McNeese State 6 0 1.000 13 2 .867Northwestern State 4 2 .667 9 4 .692Nicholls State 3 3 .500 7 4 .636Stephen F. Austin 3 3 .500 6 5 .545Jacksonville State 2 4 .333 5 6 .455Sam Houston State 2 4 .333 4 7 .364Southwest Texas 1 5 .167 4 7 .364

2003 Conference All Games W L Pct. W L Pct.McNeese State 5 0 1.000 10 2 .833Stephen F. Austin 4 1 .800 7 4 .545Northwestern State 1 4 .200 6 6 .500Texas State 1 4 .200 4 8 .333Sam Houston State 1 4 .200 2 9 .182Nicholls State % 0 5 .000 0 11 .000%Records and results reflect five forfeits by Nicholls State.

2004 Conference All Games W L Pct. W L Pct.Sam Houston State 4 1 .800 11 3 .786Northwestern State 4 1 .800 8 4 .667Texas State 3 2 .600 5 6 .455Nicholls State 2 3 .400 5 5 .500Stephen F. Austin 1 4 .364 6 5 .545McNeese State 1 4 .364 4 7 .364

2005 Conference All Games W L Pct. W L Pct.Texas State 5 1 .833 11 3 .786Nicholls State 5 1 .833 6 4 .600McNeese State 3 3 .500 5 4 .556Northwestern State 3 3 .500 5 5 .500Southeastern La. 2 4 .333 4 6 .400 Sam Houston State 2 4 .333 3 7 .300Stephen F. Austin 1 5 .167 5 6 .455

2006 Conference All Games W L Pct. W L Pct.McNeese State 5 1 .833 7 5 .583Sam Houston State 4 2 .667 6 5 .545Stephen F. Austin 4 2 .667 4 7 .364Texas State 3 3 .500 5 6 .455Nicholls State 2 4 .333 4 7 .364Northwestern State 2 4 .333 4 7 .364Southeastern La. 1 5 .167 2 9 .182Central Arkansas* -- -- ----- 8 3 .727*-denotes 2007 SLC member

2007 Conference All Games W L Pct. W L Pct.McNeese State 7 0 1.000 11 1 .917Sam Houston State 5 2 .714 7 4 .636Central Arkansas 5 2 .714 6 5 .545Nicholls State 3 4 .429 6 5 .545Northwestern State 3 4 .429 4 7 .364Texas State 3 4 .429 4 7 .364Southeastern La. 2 5 .286 3 8 .273Stephen F. Austin 0 7 .000 0 11 .000

2008 Conference All Games W L Pct. W L Pct.Central Arkansas 6 1 .857 10 2 .833Texas State 5 2 .714 8 5 .615McNeese State 4 3 .571 7 4 .636Northwestern State 4 3 .571 7 5 .583Nicholls 3 4 .429 3 6 .333Southeastern La. 2 5 .286 5 7 .417Sam Houston State 2 5 .286 4 6 .400Stephen F. Austin 2 5 .286 4 8 .333

2009Conference All Games W L Pct. W L Pct.Stephen F. Austin 6 1 .857 10 3 .769McNeese State 6 1 .857 9 3 .750Texas State 5 2 .714 7 4 .636Southeastern La. 4 3 .571 6 5 .545Sam Houston State 3 4 .429 5 6 .455Central Arkansas 2 5 .286 6 7 .417Nicholls 2 5 .286 3 8 .273Northwestern State 0 7 .000 0 11 .000

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SCORING OFFENSE G TD XP 2XP DXP FG Saf Pts Avg1. McNeese State 12 57 46 3 0 8 1 420 35.02. Stephen F. Austin 13 56 51 0 0 20 3 453 34.83. Texas State 11 48 42 0 0 7 0 351 31.94. Southeastern La. 11 43 36 4 0 14 0 344 31.35. Sam Houston State 11 38 37 0 0 12 0 301 27.46. Central Arkansas 12 38 37 0 0 16 1 315 26.27. Nicholls 11 29 25 1 0 5 0 216 19.68. Northwestern State 11 20 17 0 0 7 0 158 14.4

SCORING DEFENSE G TD XP 2XP DXP FG Saf Pts Avg1. Central Arkansas 12 26 21 1 0 8 1 205 17.12. Stephen F. Austin 13 37 32 1 0 13 1 297 22.83. McNeese State 12 45 43 0 0 4 1 327 27.24. Texas State 11 42 35 3 0 8 0 317 28.85. Southeastern La. 11 43 38 0 0 13 1 337 30.66. Sam Houston State 11 51 48 1 0 5 0 371 33.77. Northwestern State 11 52 46 0 0 13 2 401 36.58. Nicholls 11 58 52 0 0 9 0 427 38.8

TOUCHDOWNS SCORED G TD XP 2XP DXP FG Saf Pts Avg1. McNeese State 12 57 46 3 0 8 1 420 35.02. Stephen F. Austin 13 56 51 0 0 20 3 453 34.83. Texas State 11 48 42 0 0 7 0 351 31.94. Southeastern La. 11 43 36 4 0 14 0 344 31.35. Sam Houston State 11 38 37 0 0 12 0 301 27.46. Central Arkansas 12 38 37 0 0 16 1 315 26.27. Nicholls 11 29 25 1 0 5 0 216 19.68. Northwestern State 11 20 17 0 0 7 0 158 14.4

PTS SCORED KICKING G TD XP 2XP DXP FG Saf Pts Avg1. Stephen F. Austin 13 56 51 0 0 20 3 111 8.52. Central Arkansas 12 38 37 0 0 16 1 85 7.13. Southeastern La. 11 43 36 4 0 14 0 78 7.14. Sam Houston State 11 38 37 0 0 12 0 73 6.65. McNeese State 12 57 46 3 0 8 1 70 5.86. Texas State 11 48 42 0 0 7 0 63 5.77. Nicholls 11 29 25 1 0 5 0 40 3.68. Northwestern State 11 20 17 0 0 7 0 38 3.5

TOTAL OFFENSE G Rush Pass Plays Yards Avg/P TD Yds/G1. Stephen F. Austin 13 1628 4468 983 6096 6.2 55 468.92. McNeese State 12 2616 2583 799 5199 6.5 54 433.23. Texas State 11 1466 3178 768 4644 6.0 47 422.24. Central Arkansas 12 2103 2589 817 4692 5.7 38 391.05. Southeastern La. 11 1162 3112 786 4274 5.4 42 388.56. Sam Houston State 11 1492 2560 718 4052 5.6 34 368.47. Northwestern State 11 1652 2016 776 3668 4.7 20 333.58. Nicholls 11 2208 1051 655 3259 5.0 28 296.3

TOTAL DEFENSE G Rush Pass Plys Yards Avg TD Yds/G1. Central Arkansas 12 1203 2373 756 3576 4.7 25 298.02. Stephen F. Austin 13 1503 2996 970 4499 4.6 32 346.13. McNeese State 12 1920 2384 793 4304 5.4 44 358.74. Southeastern La. 11 1905 2405 793 4310 5.4 39 391.85. Texas State 11 2032 2541 761 4573 6.0 39 415.76. Northwestern State 11 1817 2834 696 4651 6.7 46 422.87. Sam Houston State 11 1869 2788 708 4657 6.6 51 423.48. Nicholls 11 2185 2849 776 5034 6.5 55 457.6

TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS G Rush Pass Plays Yards Avg/P TD Yds/G1. Stephen F. Austin 13 1628 4468 983 6096 6.2 55 468.92. Central Arkansas 12 2103 2589 817 4692 5.7 38 391.03. McNeese State 12 2616 2583 799 5199 6.5 54 433.24. Southeastern La. 11 1162 3112 786 4274 5.4 42 388.55. Northwestern State 11 1652 2016 776 3668 4.7 20 333.56. Texas State 11 1466 3178 768 4644 6.0 47 422.27. Sam Houston State 11 1492 2560 718 4052 5.6 34 368.48. Nicholls 11 2208 1051 655 3259 5.0 28 296.3

TOTAL OFFENSE YARDS G Rush Pass Plays Yards Avg/P TD Yds/G1. Stephen F. Austin 13 1628 4468 983 6096 6.2 55 468.92. McNeese State 12 2616 2583 799 5199 6.5 54 433.23. Central Arkansas 12 2103 2589 817 4692 5.7 38 391.0

4. Texas State 11 1466 3178 768 4644 6.0 47 422.25. Southeastern La. 11 1162 3112 786 4274 5.4 42 388.56. Sam Houston State 11 1492 2560 718 4052 5.6 34 368.47. Northwestern State 11 1652 2016 776 3668 4.7 20 333.58. Nicholls 11 2208 1051 655 3259 5.0 28 296.3

TOTAL OFF. AVG/PLAY G Rush Pass Plays Yards Avg/P TD Yds/G1. McNeese State 12 2616 2583 799 5199 6.5 54 433.22. Stephen F. Austin 13 1628 4468 983 6096 6.2 55 468.93. Texas State 11 1466 3178 768 4644 6.0 47 422.24. Central Arkansas 12 2103 2589 817 4692 5.7 38 391.05. Sam Houston State 11 1492 2560 718 4052 5.6 34 368.46. Southeastern La. 11 1162 3112 786 4274 5.4 42 388.57. Nicholls 11 2208 1051 655 3259 5.0 28 296.38. Northwestern State 11 1652 2016 776 3668 4.7 20 333.5

TOTAL OFFENSE TDS G Rush Pass Plays Yards Avg/P TD Yds/G1. Stephen F. Austin 13 1628 4468 983 6096 6.2 55 468.92. McNeese State 12 2616 2583 799 5199 6.5 54 433.23. Texas State 11 1466 3178 768 4644 6.0 47 422.24. Southeastern La. 11 1162 3112 786 4274 5.4 42 388.55. Central Arkansas 12 2103 2589 817 4692 5.7 38 391.06. Sam Houston State 11 1492 2560 718 4052 5.6 34 368.47. Nicholls 11 2208 1051 655 3259 5.0 28 296.38. Northwestern State 11 1652 2016 776 3668 4.7 20 333.5

RUSHING OFFENSE G Att Yds Avg TD Yds/G1. McNeese State 12 467 2616 5.6 34 218.02. Nicholls 11 506 2208 4.4 20 200.73. Central Arkansas 12 443 2103 4.7 25 175.24. Northwestern State 11 413 1652 4.0 10 150.25. Sam Houston State 11 385 1492 3.9 20 135.66. Texas State 11 348 1466 4.2 23 133.37. Stephen F. Austin 13 383 1628 4.3 11 125.28. Southeastern La. 11 342 1162 3.4 12 105.6

RUSHING DEFENSE G Rushes Yards Avg. TD Yds/G1. Central Arkansas 12 401 1203 3.0 9 100.22. Stephen F. Austin 13 449 1503 3.3 13 115.63. McNeese State 12 457 1920 4.2 28 160.04. Northwestern State 11 371 1817 4.9 18 165.25. Sam Houston State 11 401 1869 4.7 23 169.96. Southeastern La. 11 409 1905 4.7 21 173.27. Texas State 11 413 2032 4.9 25 184.78. Nicholls 11 444 2185 4.9 29 198.6

YARDS PER RUSH G Att Yds Avg TD Yds/G1. McNeese State 12 467 2616 5.6 34 218.02. Central Arkansas 12 443 2103 4.7 25 175.23. Nicholls 11 506 2208 4.4 20 200.74. Stephen F. Austin 13 383 1628 4.3 11 125.25. Texas State 11 348 1466 4.2 23 133.36. Northwestern State 11 413 1652 4.0 10 150.27. Sam Houston State 11 385 1492 3.9 20 135.68. Southeastern La. 11 342 1162 3.4 12 105.6

RUSH ATTEMPTS G Att Yds Avg TD Yds/G1. Nicholls 11 506 2208 4.4 20 200.72. McNeese State 12 467 2616 5.6 34 218.03. Central Arkansas 12 443 2103 4.7 25 175.24. Northwestern State 11 413 1652 4.0 10 150.25. Sam Houston State 11 385 1492 3.9 20 135.66. Stephen F. Austin 13 383 1628 4.3 11 125.27. Texas State 11 348 1466 4.2 23 133.38. Southeastern La. 11 342 1162 3.4 12 105.6

RUSH YARDS G Att Yds Avg TD Yds/G1. McNeese State 12 467 2616 5.6 34 218.02. Nicholls 11 506 2208 4.4 20 200.73. Central Arkansas 12 443 2103 4.7 25 175.24. Northwestern State 11 413 1652 4.0 10 150.25. Stephen F. Austin 13 383 1628 4.3 11 125.26. Sam Houston State 11 385 1492 3.9 20 135.67. Texas State 11 348 1466 4.2 23 133.38. Southeastern La. 11 342 1162 3.4 12 105.6

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RUSHING TDS G Att Yds Avg TD Yds/G1. McNeese State 12 467 2616 5.6 34 218.02. Central Arkansas 12 443 2103 4.7 25 175.23. Texas State 11 348 1466 4.2 23 133.34. Nicholls 11 506 2208 4.4 20 200.7 Sam Houston State 11 385 1492 3.9 20 135.66. Southeastern La. 11 342 1162 3.4 12 105.67. Stephen F. Austin 13 383 1628 4.3 11 125.28. Northwestern State 11 413 1652 4.0 10 150.2

PASS EFFICIENCY G Att Cmp Pct Int Yds TD Effic1. Stephen F. Austin 13 600 410 68.3 22 4468 44 147.82. McNeese State 12 332 215 64.8 7 2583 20 145.83. Texas State 11 420 264 62.9 11 3178 24 140.04. Southeastern La. 11 444 266 59.9 10 3112 30 136.65. Sam Houston State 11 333 196 58.9 8 2560 14 132.56. Central Arkansas 12 374 228 61.0 11 2589 13 124.77. Nicholls 11 149 64 43.0 8 1051 8 109.28. Northwestern State 11 363 201 55.4 12 2016 10 104.5

PASS DEF EFFICIENCY G Att Cmp Int Pct. Yds TD Effic1. Stephen F. Austin 13 521 291 11 55.9 2996 19 112.02. Southeastern La. 11 384 208 13 54.2 2405 18 115.53. Central Arkansas 12 355 207 6 58.3 2373 16 126.04. McNeese State 12 336 199 9 59.2 2384 16 129.25. Texas State 11 348 226 9 64.9 2541 14 134.46. Nicholls 11 332 209 8 63.0 2849 26 156.17. Sam Houston State 11 307 176 11 57.3 2788 28 156.58. Northwestern State 11 325 206 4 63.4 2834 28 162.6

PASS OFFENSE G Att Cmp Int Pct. Yds Avg TD Yds/G1. Stephen F. Austin 13 600 410 22 68.3 4468 7.4 44 343.72. Texas State 11 420 264 11 62.9 3178 7.6 24 288.93. Southeastern La. 11 444 266 10 59.9 3112 7.0 30 282.94. Sam Houston State 11 333 196 8 58.9 2560 7.7 14 232.75. Central Arkansas 12 374 228 11 61.0 2589 6.9 13 215.86. McNeese State 12 332 215 7 64.8 2583 7.8 20 215.27. Northwestern State 11 363 201 12 55.4 2016 5.6 10 183.38. Nicholls 11 149 64 8 43.0 1051 7.1 8 95.5

PASS DEFENSE G Att Cmp Int Pct. Yds Avg TD Yds/G1. Central Arkansas 12 355 207 6 58.3 2373 6.7 16 197.82. McNeese State 12 336 199 9 59.2 2384 7.1 16 198.73. Southeastern La. 11 384 208 13 54.2 2405 6.3 18 218.64. Stephen F. Austin 13 521 291 11 55.9 2996 5.8 19 230.55. Texas State 11 348 226 9 64.9 2541 7.3 14 231.06. Sam Houston State 11 307 176 11 57.3 2788 9.1 28 253.57. Northwestern State 11 325 206 4 63.4 2834 8.7 28 257.68. Nicholls 11 332 209 8 63.0 2849 8.6 26 259.0

PASS ATTEMPTS G Att Cmp Int Pct. Yds Avg TD Yds/G1. Stephen F. Austin 13 600 410 22 68.3 4468 7.4 44 343.72. Southeastern La. 11 444 266 10 59.9 3112 7.0 30 282.93. Texas State 11 420 264 11 62.9 3178 7.6 24 288.94. Central Arkansas 12 374 228 11 61.0 2589 6.9 13 215.85. Northwestern State 11 363 201 12 55.4 2016 5.6 10 183.36. Sam Houston State 11 333 196 8 58.9 2560 7.7 14 232.77. McNeese State 12 332 215 7 64.8 2583 7.8 20 215.28. Nicholls 11 149 64 8 43.0 1051 7.1 8 95.5

PASS COMPLETIONS G Att Cmp Int Pct. Yds Avg TD Yds/G1. Stephen F. Austin 13 600 410 22 68.3 4468 10.9 44 343.72. Southeastern La. 11 444 266 10 59.9 3112 11.7 30 282.93. Texas State 11 420 264 11 62.9 3178 12.0 24 288.94. Central Arkansas 12 374 228 11 61.0 2589 11.4 13 215.85. McNeese State 12 332 215 7 64.8 2583 12.0 20 215.26. Northwestern State 11 363 201 12 55.4 2016 10.0 10 183.37. Sam Houston State 11 333 196 8 58.9 2560 13.1 14 232.78. Nicholls 11 149 64 8 43.0 1051 16.4 8 95.5

PASSING YARDS G Att Cmp Int Pct. Yds Avg TD Yds/G1. Stephen F. Austin 13 600 410 22 68.3 4468 7.4 44 343.72. Texas State 11 420 264 11 62.9 3178 7.6 24 288.93. Southeastern La. 11 444 266 10 59.9 3112 7.0 30 282.9

4. Central Arkansas 12 374 228 11 61.0 2589 6.9 13 215.85. McNeese State 12 332 215 7 64.8 2583 7.8 20 215.26. Sam Houston State 11 333 196 8 58.9 2560 7.7 14 232.77. Northwestern State 11 363 201 12 55.4 2016 5.6 10 183.38. Nicholls 11 149 64 8 43.0 1051 7.1 8 95.5

PASS COMP. PCT G Att Cmp Int Pct. Yds Avg TD Yds/G1. Stephen F. Austin 13 600 410 22 68.3 4468 10.9 44 343.72. McNeese State 12 332 215 7 64.8 2583 12.0 20 215.23. Texas State 11 420 264 11 62.9 3178 12.0 24 288.94. Central Arkansas 12 374 228 11 61.0 2589 11.4 13 215.85. Southeastern La. 11 444 266 10 59.9 3112 11.7 30 282.96. Sam Houston State 11 333 196 8 58.9 2560 13.1 14 232.77. Northwestern State 11 363 201 12 55.4 2016 10.0 10 183.38. Nicholls 11 149 64 8 43.0 1051 16.4 8 95.5

PASS YDS/COMP. G Att Cmp Int Pct. Yds Avg TD Yds/G1. Nicholls 11 149 64 8 43.0 1051 16.4 8 95.52. Sam Houston State 11 333 196 8 58.9 2560 13.1 14 232.73. Texas State 11 420 264 11 62.9 3178 12.0 24 288.94. McNeese State 12 332 215 7 64.8 2583 12.0 20 215.25. Southeastern La. 11 444 266 10 59.9 3112 11.7 30 282.96. Central Arkansas 12 374 228 11 61.0 2589 11.4 13 215.87. Stephen F. Austin 13 600 410 22 68.3 4468 10.9 44 343.78. Northwestern State 11 363 201 12 55.4 2016 10.0 10 183.3

PASS YDS/ATT G Att Cmp Int Pct. Yds Avg TD Yds/G1. McNeese State 12 332 215 7 64.8 2583 7.8 20 215.22. Sam Houston State 11 333 196 8 58.9 2560 7.7 14 232.73. Texas State 11 420 264 11 62.9 3178 7.6 24 288.94. Stephen F. Austin 13 600 410 22 68.3 4468 7.4 44 343.75. Nicholls 11 149 64 8 43.0 1051 7.1 8 95.56. Southeastern La. 11 444 266 10 59.9 3112 7.0 30 282.97. Central Arkansas 12 374 228 11 61.0 2589 6.9 13 215.88. Northwestern State 11 363 201 12 55.4 2016 5.6 10 183.3

PASS INTERCEPTIONS G Att Cmp Int Pct. Yds Avg TD Yds/G1. McNeese State 12 332 215 7 64.8 2583 7.8 20 215.22. Sam Houston State 11 333 196 8 58.9 2560 7.7 14 232.7 Nicholls 11 149 64 8 43.0 1051 7.1 8 95.54. Southeastern La. 11 444 266 10 59.9 3112 7.0 30 282.95. Central Arkansas 12 374 228 11 61.0 2589 6.9 13 215.8 Texas State 11 420 264 11 62.9 3178 7.6 24 288.97. Northwestern State 11 363 201 12 55.4 2016 5.6 10 183.38. Stephen F. Austin 13 600 410 22 68.3 4468 7.4 44 343.7

PASSING TDS G Att Cmp Int Pct. Yds Avg TD Yds/G1. Stephen F. Austin 13 600 410 22 68.3 4468 7.4 44 343.72. Southeastern La. 11 444 266 10 59.9 3112 7.0 30 282.93. Texas State 11 420 264 11 62.9 3178 7.6 24 288.94. McNeese State 12 332 215 7 64.8 2583 7.8 20 215.25. Sam Houston State 11 333 196 8 58.9 2560 7.7 14 232.76. Central Arkansas 12 374 228 11 61.0 2589 6.9 13 215.87. Northwestern State 11 363 201 12 55.4 2016 5.6 10 183.38. Nicholls 11 149 64 8 43.0 1051 7.1 8 95.5

FIELD GOALS G Made Att Pct1. Central Arkansas 12 16 20 .8002. Texas State 11 7 9 .7783. Stephen F. Austin 13 20 28 .7144. Southeastern La. 11 14 21 .667 McNeese State 12 8 12 .6676. Sam Houston State 11 12 20 .6007. Northwestern State 11 7 16 .4388. Nicholls 11 5 12 .417

FIELD GOALS ATTEMPTED G Made Att Pct1. Stephen F. Austin 13 20 28 .7142. Southeastern La. 11 14 21 .6673. Central Arkansas 12 16 20 .800 Sam Houston State 11 12 20 .6005. Northwestern State 11 7 16 .4386. McNeese State 12 8 12 .667 Nicholls 11 5 12 .4178. Texas State 11 7 9 .778

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FIELD GOALS MADE G Made Att Pct1. Stephen F. Austin 13 20 28 .7142. Central Arkansas 12 16 20 .8003. Southeastern La. 11 14 21 .6674. Sam Houston State 11 12 20 .6005. McNeese State 12 8 12 .6676. Texas State 11 7 9 .778 Northwestern State 11 7 16 .4388. Nicholls 11 5 12 .417

PAT KICKING G Made Att Pct1. Central Arkansas 12 37 37 1.0002. Sam Houston State 11 37 38 .9743. Nicholls 11 25 27 .9264. Southeastern La. 11 36 39 .9235. Stephen F. Austin 13 51 56 .9116. McNeese State 12 46 51 .9027. Texas State 11 42 48 .8758. Northwestern State 11 17 20 .850

PAT KICK ATTEMPTS G Made Att Pct1. Stephen F. Austin 13 51 56 .9112. McNeese State 12 46 51 .9023. Texas State 11 42 48 .8754. Southeastern La. 11 36 39 .9235. Sam Houston State 11 37 38 .9746. Central Arkansas 12 37 37 1.0007. Nicholls 11 25 27 .9268. Northwestern State 11 17 20 .850

PATS KICKS MADE G Made Att Pct1. Stephen F. Austin 13 51 56 .9112. McNeese State 12 46 51 .9023. Texas State 11 42 48 .8754. Central Arkansas 12 37 37 1.000 Sam Houston State 11 37 38 .9746. Southeastern La. 11 36 39 .9237. Nicholls 11 25 27 .9268. Northwestern State 11 17 20 .850

NET YARDS PER PUNT G No. Yards Avg/P PR Avg TBg Net/P1. Sam Houston State 11 56 2215 39.6 82 1.5 1 37.72. Nicholls 11 59 2521 42.7 266 4.5 2 37.53. Southeastern La. 11 65 2484 38.2 32 0.5 5 36.24. McNeese State 12 38 1367 36.0 27 0.7 2 34.25. Central Arkansas 12 53 2039 38.5 194 3.7 3 33.76. Northwestern State 11 60 2147 35.8 71 1.2 4 33.37. Stephen F. Austin 13 53 2197 41.5 309 5.8 7 33.08. Texas State 11 40 1531 38.3 170 4.2 4 32.0

AVG YARDS PER PUNT G No. Yards Avg/P PR Avg TBg Net/P1. Nicholls 11 59 2521 42.7 266 4.5 2 37.52. Stephen F. Austin 13 53 2197 41.5 309 5.8 7 33.03. Sam Houston State 11 56 2215 39.6 82 1.5 1 37.74. Central Arkansas 12 53 2039 38.5 194 3.7 3 33.75. Texas State 11 40 1531 38.3 170 4.2 4 32.06. Southeastern La. 11 65 2484 38.2 32 0.5 5 36.27. McNeese State 12 38 1367 36.0 27 0.7 2 34.28. Northwestern State 11 60 2147 35.8 71 1.2 4 33.3

NUMBER OF PUNTS G No. Yards Avg/P PR Avg TBg Net/P1. Southeastern La. 11 65 2484 38.2 32 0.5 5 36.22. Northwestern State 11 60 2147 35.8 71 1.2 4 33.33. Nicholls 11 59 2521 42.7 266 4.5 2 37.54. Sam Houston State 11 56 2215 39.6 82 1.5 1 37.75. Stephen F. Austin 13 53 2197 41.5 309 5.8 7 33.0 Central Arkansas 12 53 2039 38.5 194 3.7 3 33.77. Texas State 11 40 1531 38.3 170 4.2 4 32.08. McNeese State 12 38 1367 36.0 27 0.7 2 34.2

YARDS PUNTED G No. Yards Avg/P PR Avg TBg Net/P1. Nicholls 11 59 2521 42.7 266 4.5 2 37.52. Southeastern La. 11 65 2484 38.2 32 0.5 5 36.23. Sam Houston State 11 56 2215 39.6 82 1.5 1 37.74. Stephen F. Austin 13 53 2197 41.5 309 5.8 7 33.0

5. Northwestern State 11 60 2147 35.8 71 1.2 4 33.36. Central Arkansas 12 53 2039 38.5 194 3.7 3 33.77. Texas State 11 40 1531 38.3 170 4.2 4 32.08. McNeese State 12 38 1367 36.0 27 0.7 2 34.2

PUNT RETURN AVG G Ret Yds TD Avg1. Sam Houston State 11 21 278 1 13.22. Central Arkansas 12 22 233 0 10.63. McNeese State 12 16 167 0 10.44. Nicholls 11 10 88 0 8.85. Northwestern State 11 16 122 0 7.66. Stephen F. Austin 13 45 335 0 7.47. Texas State 11 9 59 0 6.68. Southeastern La. 11 23 140 0 6.1

PUNT RETURNS G Ret Yds TD Avg1. Stephen F. Austin 13 45 335 0 7.42. Southeastern La. 11 23 140 0 6.13. Central Arkansas 12 22 233 0 10.64. Sam Houston State 11 21 278 1 13.25. Northwestern State 11 16 122 0 7.6 McNeese State 12 16 167 0 10.47. Nicholls 11 10 88 0 8.88. Texas State 11 9 59 0 6.6

PUNT RETURN YARDS G Ret Yds TD Avg1. Stephen F. Austin 13 45 335 0 7.42. Sam Houston State 11 21 278 1 13.23. Central Arkansas 12 22 233 0 10.64. McNeese State 12 16 167 0 10.45. Southeastern La. 11 23 140 0 6.16. Northwestern State 11 16 122 0 7.67. Nicholls 11 10 88 0 8.88. Texas State 11 9 59 0 6.6

PUNT RETURN TDS G Ret Yds TD Avg1. Sam Houston State 11 21 278 1 13.22. Stephen F. Austin 13 45 335 0 7.4 Central Arkansas 12 22 233 0 10.6 McNeese State 12 16 167 0 10.4 Southeastern La. 11 23 140 0 6.1 Northwestern State 11 16 122 0 7.6 Nicholls 11 10 88 0 8.8 Texas State 11 9 59 0 6.6

KICKOFF RETURNS G Ret Yds TD Avg1. Central Arkansas 12 35 757 0 21.62. Stephen F. Austin 13 57 1212 0 21.33. Sam Houston State 11 63 1310 1 20.84. Northwestern State 11 69 1422 0 20.65. Texas State 11 45 904 1 20.16. McNeese State 12 54 1058 0 19.67. Nicholls 11 64 1166 0 18.28. Southeastern La. 11 55 981 0 17.8

KICK RETURNS G Ret Yds TD Avg1. Northwestern State 11 69 1422 0 20.62. Nicholls 11 64 1166 0 18.23. Sam Houston State 11 63 1310 1 20.84. Stephen F. Austin 13 57 1212 0 21.35. Southeastern La. 11 55 981 0 17.86. McNeese State 12 54 1058 0 19.67. Texas State 11 45 904 1 20.18. Central Arkansas 12 35 757 0 21.6

KICK RETURN YARDS G Ret Yds TD Avg1. Northwestern State 11 69 1422 0 20.62. Sam Houston State 11 63 1310 1 20.83. Stephen F. Austin 13 57 1212 0 21.34. Nicholls 11 64 1166 0 18.25. McNeese State 12 54 1058 0 19.66. Southeastern La. 11 55 981 0 17.87. Texas State 11 45 904 1 20.18. Central Arkansas 12 35 757 0 21.6

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KICK RETURN TDS G Ret Yds TD Avg1. Sam Houston State 11 63 1310 1 20.8 Texas State 11 45 904 1 20.13. Northwestern State 11 69 1422 0 20.6 Stephen F. Austin 13 57 1212 0 21.3 Nicholls 11 64 1166 0 18.2 McNeese State 12 54 1058 0 19.6 Southeastern La. 11 55 981 0 17.8 Central Arkansas 12 35 757 0 21.6

INTERCEPTION RETURN AVG G No. Yds TD Avg1. Stephen F. Austin 13 11 247 0 22.52. Nicholls 11 8 161 1 20.13. Northwestern State 11 4 73 0 18.24. Southeastern La. 11 13 207 1 15.95. McNeese State 12 9 132 1 14.76. Sam Houston State 11 11 126 1 11.57. Texas State 11 9 83 0 9.28. Central Arkansas 12 6 44 0 7.3

INTERCEPTION RETURNS G No. Yds TD Avg1. Southeastern La. 11 13 207 1 15.92. Stephen F. Austin 13 11 247 0 22.5 Sam Houston State 11 11 126 1 11.54. Texas State 11 9 83 0 9.2 McNeese State 12 9 132 1 14.76. Nicholls 11 8 161 1 20.17. Central Arkansas 12 6 44 0 7.38. Northwestern State 11 4 73 0 18.2

INTERCEPTION RET YARDS G No. Yds TD Avg1. Stephen F. Austin 13 11 247 0 22.52. Southeastern La. 11 13 207 1 15.93. Nicholls 11 8 161 1 20.14. McNeese State 12 9 132 1 14.75. Sam Houston State 11 11 126 1 11.56. Texas State 11 9 83 0 9.27. Northwestern State 11 4 73 0 18.28. Central Arkansas 12 6 44 0 7.3

INTERCEPTION RETURN TDS G No. Yds TD Avg1. Southeastern La. 11 13 207 1 15.9 Nicholls 11 8 161 1 20.1 McNeese State 12 9 132 1 14.7 Sam Houston State 11 11 126 1 11.55. Stephen F. Austin 13 11 247 0 22.5 Texas State 11 9 83 0 9.2 Northwestern State 11 4 73 0 18.2 Central Arkansas 12 6 44 0 7.3

FUMBLE RETURN AVG G Rcvd%Ret%cYds%cTD%cAvg1. Stephen F. Austin 13 14 1 23 1 23.02. Sam Houston State 11 10 3 64 1 21.33. McNeese State 12 10 3 49 2 16.34. Nicholls 11 9 1 10 0 10.05. Central Arkansas 12 14 0 0 0 0.0 Northwestern State 11 5 0 0 0 0.0 Texas State 11 13 1 0 0 0.0 Southeastern La. 11 13 0 0 0 0.0

FUMBLE RETURNS G Rcvd%Ret%cYds%cTD%cAvg1. McNeese State 12 10 3 49 2 16.3 Sam Houston State 11 10 3 64 1 21.33. Nicholls 11 9 1 10 0 10.0 Texas State 11 13 1 0 0 0.0 Stephen F. Austin 13 14 1 23 1 23.06. Southeastern La. 11 13 0 0 0 0.0 Northwestern State 11 5 0 0 0 0.0 Central Arkansas 12 14 0 0 0 0.0

FUMBLE RETURN YARDS G Rcvd%Ret%cYds%cTD%cAvg1. Sam Houston State 11 10 3 64 1 21.32. McNeese State 12 10 3 49 2 16.33. Stephen F. Austin 13 14 1 23 1 23.04. Nicholls 11 9 1 10 0 10.0

5. Southeastern La. 11 13 0 0 0 0.0 Northwestern State 11 5 0 0 0 0.0 Central Arkansas 12 14 0 0 0 0.0 Texas State 11 13 1 0 0 0.0

FUMBLE RETURN TDS G Rcvd%Ret%cYds%cTD%cAvg1. McNeese State 12 10 3 49 2 16.32. Sam Houston State 11 10 3 64 1 21.3 Stephen F. Austin 13 14 1 23 1 23.04. Nicholls 11 9 1 10 0 10.0 Texas State 11 13 1 0 0 0.0 Central Arkansas 12 14 0 0 0 0.0 Northwestern State 11 5 0 0 0 0.0 Southeastern La. 11 13 0 0 0 0.0

FUMBLES RECOVERED G Rcvd%Ret%cYds%cTD%cAvg1. Central Arkansas 12 14 0 0 0 0.0 Stephen F. Austin 13 14 1 23 1 23.03. Texas State 11 13 1 0 0 0.0 Southeastern La. 11 13 0 0 0 0.05. McNeese State 12 10 3 49 2 16.3 Sam Houston State 11 10 3 64 1 21.37. Nicholls 11 9 1 10 0 10.08. Northwestern State 11 5 0 0 0 0.0

Gained Lost TURNOVER MARGIN G Fum Int Tot Fum Int Tot Mar Per/G1. Sam Houston State 11 10 11 21 10 8 18 +3 0.272. McNeese State 12 10 9 19 9 7 16 +3 0.253. Central Arkansas 12 14 6 20 7 11 18 +2 0.174. Texas State 11 13 9 22 10 11 21 +1 0.09 Southeastern La. 11 13 13 26 15 10 25 +1 0.096. Nicholls 11 9 8 17 16 8 24 -7 -0.647. Stephen F. Austin 13 14 11 25 14 22 36 -11 -0.858. Northwestern State 11 5 4 9 16 12 28 -19 -1.73

FIRST DOWNS G Rush Pass Pen Total1. Stephen F. Austin 13 78 206 13 2972. McNeese State 12 134 113 17 2643. Texas State 11 78 158 15 2514. Central Arkansas 12 104 114 14 2325. Southeastern La. 11 69 123 21 2136. Sam Houston State 11 77 115 10 2027. Northwestern State 11 99 79 20 1988. Nicholls 11 85 43 20 148

1ST DOWNS RUSHING G Rush Pass Pen Total1. McNeese State 12 134 113 17 2642. Central Arkansas 12 104 114 14 2323. Northwestern State 11 99 79 20 1984. Nicholls 11 85 43 20 1485. Stephen F. Austin 13 78 206 13 297 Texas State 11 78 158 15 2517. Sam Houston State 11 77 115 10 2028. Southeastern La. 11 69 123 21 213

1ST DOWNS PASSING G Rush Pass Pen Total1. Stephen F. Austin 13 78 206 13 2972. Texas State 11 78 158 15 2513. Southeastern La. 11 69 123 21 2134. Sam Houston State 11 77 115 10 2025. Central Arkansas 12 104 114 14 2326. McNeese State 12 134 113 17 2647. Northwestern State 11 99 79 20 1988. Nicholls 11 85 43 20 148

1ST DOWNS BY PENALTY G Rush Pass Pen Total1. Southeastern La. 11 69 123 21 2132. Northwestern State 11 99 79 20 198 Nicholls 11 85 43 20 1484. McNeese State 12 134 113 17 2645. Texas State 11 78 158 15 2516. Central Arkansas 12 104 114 14 2327. Stephen F. Austin 13 78 206 13 2978. Sam Houston State 11 77 115 10 202

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1. Central Arkansas 12 72 102 22 1962. Sam Houston State 11 84 109 17 2103. Southeastern La. 11 87 113 16 2164. Northwestern State 11 86 117 19 2225. McNeese State 12 109 103 16 2286. Texas State 11 101 122 20 2437. Stephen F. Austin 13 85 137 25 2478. Nicholls 11 114 120 16 250

3RD-DN CONVERSIONS G Conv Att Pct1. Texas State 11 76 152 50.02. McNeese State 12 72 155 46.53. Stephen F. Austin 13 80 188 42.64. Sam Houston State 11 65 157 41.45. Central Arkansas 12 71 172 41.36. Northwestern State 11 58 172 33.77. Nicholls 11 47 150 31.38. Southeastern La. 11 49 157 31.2

OPP 3RD-DN CONVERT G Conv Att Pct1. Stephen F. Austin 13 68 221 30.82. Central Arkansas 12 53 161 32.93. Southeastern La. 11 66 173 38.24. Northwestern State 11 51 132 38.65. Sam Houston State 11 58 138 42.06. Texas State 11 64 144 44.47. McNeese State 12 78 172 45.38. Nicholls 11 74 155 47.7

4TH-DN CONVERSIONS G Conv Att Pct1. Texas State 11 16 22 72.72. McNeese State 12 18 27 66.73. Nicholls 11 8 18 44.44. Northwestern State 11 11 27 40.75. Sam Houston State 11 4 10 40.06. Central Arkansas 12 8 23 34.87. Southeastern La. 11 3 10 30.08. Stephen F. Austin 13 4 17 23.5

OPP 4TH-DN CONVERT G Conv Att Pct1. Sam Houston State 11 4 14 28.62. Northwestern State 11 3 9 33.33. Southeastern La. 11 5 14 35.74. Central Arkansas 12 9 24 37.55. Texas State 11 8 21 38.16. Stephen F. Austin 13 14 28 50.07. Nicholls 11 9 17 52.98. McNeese State 12 12 21 57.1

SACKS BY G Sacks Yards1. Stephen F. Austin 13 42 2832. Central Arkansas 12 25 1613. McNeese State 12 18 1474. Southeastern La. 11 17 1035. Nicholls 11 16 1076. Sam Houston State 11 15 1007. Northwestern State 11 14 109 Texas State 11 14 89

SACKS AGAINST G Sacks Yards1. Central Arkansas 12 9 852. Stephen F. Austin 13 14 913. Texas State 11 15 87 McNeese State 12 15 66 Nicholls 11 15 696. Northwestern State 11 16 1167. Sam Houston State 11 21 1488. Southeastern La. 11 26 167

PENALTIES G No Yds Avg/G1. Nicholls 11 64 559 50.82. Texas State 11 73 656 59.63. McNeese State 12 77 734 61.2

4. Southeastern La. 11 79 688 62.55. Sam Houston State 11 72 718 65.36. Stephen F. Austin 13 91 873 67.27. Central Arkansas 12 96 901 75.18. Northwestern State 11 106 865 78.6

OPPONENT PENALTIES G No Yds Avg/G1. Nicholls 11 89 816 74.22. Northwestern State 11 73 751 68.33. Stephen F. Austin 13 94 819 63.04. Central Arkansas 12 78 748 62.35. Sam Houston State 11 75 649 59.06. McNeese State 12 84 678 56.57. Southeastern La. 11 66 605 55.08. Texas State 11 67 589 53.5

TIME OF POSSESSION G Total Time Avg/G1. Northwestern State 11 357:38 32:302. Central Arkansas 12 371:57 30:593. McNeese State 12 367:52 30:394. Texas State 11 336:52 30:375. Nicholls 11 332:19 30:126. Sam Houston State 11 327:50 29:487. Southeastern La. 11 321:28 29:138. Stephen F. Austin 13 346:22 26:38

KICKOFF COVERAGE G No. Yds Avg Retn TB NetAvg1. Central Arkansas 12 65 4148 63.8 1152 7 43.92. McNeese State 12 78 4735 60.7 1330 2 43.13. Stephen F. Austin 13 90 5454 60.6 1488 6 42.74. Texas State 11 65 3955 60.8 1082 5 42.75. Sam Houston State 11 61 3717 60.9 1100 2 42.26. Northwestern State 11 38 2266 59.6 712 1 40.47. Southeastern La. 11 67 4037 60.3 1324 4 39.38. Nicholls 11 43 2321 54.0 836 2 33.6

RED ZONE OFFENSE G RedZone Percent TDs R/P FG-AT Fumb/Int/Downs/Other1. McNeese State 12 42-47 89.4 36 22/14 6-7 0/1/3/02. Texas State 11 45-51 88.2 39 20/19 6-6 3/2/0/13. Sam Houston State 11 33-38 86.8 24 18/6 9-11 0/1/1/14. Nicholls 11 18-21 85.7 16 12/4 2-5 0/0/0/05. Southeastern La. 11 35-41 85.4 27 11/16 8-10 1/0/1/26. Central Arkansas 12 40-47 85.1 25 20/5 15-17 2/1/1/17. Stephen F. Austin 13 48-59 81.4 35 9/26 13-17 3/3/1/08. Northwestern State 11 19-29 65.5 14 8/6 5-9 0/2/4/0

RED ZONE DEFENSE G RedZone Percent TDs R/P FG-AT Fumb/Int/Downs/Other1. Central Arkansas 12 23-31 74.2 17 6/11 6-8 2/0/3/12. Texas State 11 40-50 80.0 33 23/10 7-12 1/0/4/03. Stephen F. Austin 13 31-38 81.6 22 10/12 9-13 1/1/1/04. Nicholls 11 47-57 82.5 39 24/15 8-9 2/4/1/25. Sam Houston State 11 32-38 84.2 28 15/13 4-7 1/0/1/16. Northwestern State 11 33-39 84.6 23 11/12 10-12 1/0/2/17. Southeastern La. 11 40-45 88.9 31 17/14 9-12 0/1/1/08. McNeese State 12 37-41 90.2 33 24/9 4-5 2/0/1/0

ON-SIDE KICK SUCCESS G OnSide Percent1. Central Arkansas 12 1-1 100.02. Northwestern State 11 1-2 50.03. Texas State 11 0-1 0.0 Nicholls 11 0-1 0.0 McNeese State 12 0-0 0.0 Southeastern La. 11 0-0 0.0 Stephen F. Austin 13 0-0 0.0 Sam Houston State 11 0-0 0.0

ON-SIDE KICK ALLOWED G OnSide Percent1. Central Arkansas 12 0-0 0.0 Northwestern State 11 0-0 0.0 Texas State 11 1-0 0.0 Nicholls 11 0-0 0.0 Sam Houston State 11 0-0 0.06. Stephen F. Austin 13 2-4 50.0 McNeese State 12 1-2 50.08. Southeastern La. 11 1-1 100.0

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The Longest YardLongest Run From Scrimmage.......................91 yards by Nakia Lumar vs. Samford, Sept. 30, 1995

Longest Pass Play...................................... 97 yards from Brad Smith to Sullivan Beard

vs. Jacksonville State, Sept. 25, 1999

Longest Punt.... 85 yards by Don Alonzo vs. Northwestern State, Nov. 8, 1980

Longest Punt Return............96 yards by Lardarius Webb vs. Texas State , Nov. 10, 2007

Longest Kickoff Return............ 100 yards by Chris Crawford vs. Texas State, Nov. 6, 2003

Longest Interception Return...... 94 yards by Aaron Smith vs. Sam Houston State, Oct. 8, 1998

Longest Fumble Return..............71 yards by Joseph Ogletree vs. Texas State, Nov. 6, 2003

Longest Field Goal.......... 55 yards by Kyle Leisher vs. Western Illinois, Sept. 18, 1999

RushingMost CarriesGame...................................................41 (181 yards) by Oscar Smith

vs. McNeese State, Sept. 21, 1985Season ................................235 (1,072 yards) by Nakia Lumar, 1996Career.............................664 (2,658 yards) by Josh Son, 2000-2003

Most Net Yards GainedGame 265 (20 carries) by Corey Thomas vs. Samford, Oct. 1, 1994Season .............................1,072 (235 carries) by Nakia Lumar, 1996Career..........................2,658 (664 carries) by Josh Son, 2000-2003

Most Yards Gained Per CarryGame.......................... (min. 10 carries) 13.2 (265 yards/20 carries) ....................................... by Corey Thomas vs. Samford, Oct. 1, 1994Season ........................ (min. 75 carries) 6.6 (718 yards/109 carries) .............................................................................by Joseph Tobias, 2005Career...................(min. 150 carries) 5.7 (1,078 yards/189 carries) .......................................................by David Craig Robinson, 1990-91

Most Yards Gained Per GameSeason ............ 97.5 (1,072 yards/11 games) by Nakia Lumar, 1996Career................. 75.2 (2,030/27 games) by Nakia Lumar, 1995-97

Most 100 Yard GamesSeason ..............................................................5 by Nakia Lumar, 1996Career...........................................................8 by Josh Son, 2000-2003

Most TouchdownsGame.......................4 by Oscar Smith vs. Troy State, Sept. 14, 1985................4 by Broderick Cole vs. Central Arkansas, Oct. 27, 2007Season ......................................................13 by Broderick Cole, 2005

Career......................................................30 by Oscar Smith, 1981-85..................................................................... 30 by Josh Son, 2000-2003

PassingMost AttemptsGame..................................53 (30 completed) by Bobby McDonald

vs. Northeast Louisiana, Sept. 26, 1987Season .......................422 (238 completed) by Doug Hudson, 1986Career............. 1,020 (553 completed) by Doug Hudson, 1983-86

Most CompletionsGame................................................ 31 (42 attempts) by Brad Zeller

vs. Louisiana Tech, Oct. 31, 1998Season ..........................238 (422 attempts) by Doug Hudson, 1986Career.................533 (1,020 attempts) by Doug Hudson, 1983-86

Highest Completion PercentageGame..............(min. 10 attempts) 83.3% (10-12) by Doug Hudson

vs. Southwest Missouri, Nov. 16, 1985Season . (min. 50 attempts) 59.0% (128-217) by Brad Zeller, 1996Career.................................. (min. 150 attempts) 54.2% (533-1,020)

by Doug Hudson, 1983-86

Most Passes Had InterceptedGame...6 by Doug Hudson vs. Northeast Louisiana, Sept. 1, 1984............6 by Leonard Valentine vs. Stephen F. Austin, Sept 22, 1990Season ...................................................20 by Bobby McDonald, 1987Career...................................................53 by Doug Hudson, 1983-86

Most Yards GainedGame..........452 by Gordon Falgoust vs. Troy State, Sept. 26, 1981Season ...................................................3,627 by Doug Hudson, 1986Career.............................................7,670 by Doug Hudson, 1983-86

Most 200-Yard GamesSeason .........................................................11 by Doug Hudson, 1986Career...................................................19 by Doug Hudson, 1983-86

Most Touchdown PassesGame.........................5 by Keith Menard vs. Southern, Oct. 6, 1984................... 5 by Doug Hudson vs. Southwest Texas, Oct. 26, 1985.......................... 5 by Doug Hudson vs. Weber State, Nov. 22, 1986.............5 by Brad Zeller vs. Mississippi Valley State, Sept. 12, 1998Season .........................................................34 by Doug Hudson, 1986Career...................................................58 by Doug Hudson, 1983-86

Total OffenseMost PlaysGame..........................60 (45 passing, 15 rushing) by Doug Hudson

vs. Stephen F. Austin, Oct. 19, 1986Season ......549 (422 passing, 127 rushing) by Doug Hudson, 1986Career..1,281 (919 passing, 462 rushing) by Brad Zeller, 1995-98

Most Total Yards GainedGame.............. 432 (452 passing, -20 rushing) by Gordon Falgoust

vs. Troy State, Sept. 26, 1981Season .. 3,618 (3,627 passing, -9 rushing) by Doug Hudson, 1986Career......................................... 7,496 (7,670 passing, -174 rushing)

by Doug Hudson, 1983-86

Most Yards Gained Per PlayGame...................(min. 10 plays) 11.2 (123 yards rushing/11 plays) ...............................by James Berry vs. Tennessee Tech, Sept. 2, 1978Season .......................... (min. 110 plays) 6.6 (3,618 yards/549 plays)

by Doug Hudson, 1986Career.......................(min. 250 plays) 5.9 (7,496 yards/1,259 plays)

by Doug Hudson, 1983-86

Pass ReceivingMost ReceptionsGame..............................................11 (198 yards) by Dwight Walker

vs. Troy State, Sept.26, 1981...........................................................11 (153 yards) by Alfred Dorsey

vs. Stephen F. Austin, Oct. 17, 1987Season ................................. 78 (1,513 yards) by Mark Carrier, 1986Career.........................147 (2,709 yards) by Mark Carrier, 1983-86

Most Yards GainedGame.................................... 198 (11 receptions) by Dwight Walker

vs. Troy State, Sept. 26, 1981Season ........................1,513 (78 receptions) by Mark Carrier, 1986Career............... 2,709 (147 receptions) by Mark Carrier, 1983-86

Most Yards Gained Per CatchSeason ................ (min. 20 catches) 21.4 (513 yards/24 receptions)

by David Johnson, 1993Career......... (min. 50 catches) 20.4 (2,613 yards/ 106 receptions)

by Mark Carrier, 1983-86

Most 100-Yard GamesSeason .............................................................8 by Mark Carrier, 1986Career.....................................................11 by Mark Carrier, 1983-86

Most Touchdown ReceptionsGame.................. 3 by Brian Stropolo vs. Troy State, Sept. 13, 1986.................3 by Mark Carrier vs. Southwest Missouri, Oct. 4, 1986.....................3 by Mark Carrier vs. Southwest Texas, Oct. 25, 1986............................3 by Mark Carrier vs. Weber State, Nov. 22, 1986Season ...........................................................20 by Mark Carrier, 1986Career.....................................................24 by Mark Carrier, 1983-86

ScoringMost Points ScoredGame.................... 24 by Oscar Smith vs. Troy State, Sept. 14, 1985............. 24 by Broderick Cole vs. Central Arkansas, Oct. 27, 2007Season ........................................................ 128 by Mark Carrier, 1986Career.............................................210 by Oscar Smith, 1981, 83, 85

Most Touchdowns ScoredGame.......................4 by Oscar Smith vs. Troy State, Sept. 14, 1985................4 by Broderick Cole vs. Central Arkansas, Oct. 27, 2007Season ...........................................................21 by Mark Carrier, 1986Career...............................................35 by Oscar Smith, 1981, 83, 85

Touchdowns Responsible ForGame ............................... 6 (5 passing, 1 rushing) by Keith Menard

vs. Southern, Oct. 6, 1984Season ...............37 (34 passing, 3 rushing) by Doug Hudson, 1986Career.........66 (58 passing, 8 rushing) by Doug Hudson, 1983-86

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Place kickingPAT AttemptedGame........................11 by Adam Diel vs. Livingston, Sept. 10, 1994Season ................................................................. 39 by Jose Bran, 1986Career.........................................................111 by Jose Bran, 1986-90

PAT MadeGame........................11 by Adam Diel vs. Livingston, Sept. 10, 1994Season ................................................................. 36 by Jose Bran, 1986Career.........................................................102 by Jose Bran, 1986-90

Field Goals AttemptedGame...........................................6 by Skip Shelton vs. Sam Houston,

Oct. 10, 1992Season ............................................................... 23 by Adam Diel, 1996Career ................................................69 by Kyle Leisher, 1997-2000

Field Goals MadeGame........4 by Adam Diel vs. Northwestern State, Oct. 12, 1996Season ................................................................. 16 by Jose Bran, 1990Career ................................................46 by Kyle Leisher, 1997-2000

kickoff ReturnsMost Kickoff ReturnsGame ..............................................7 (133 yards) by Curtis Johnson

vs. Louisiana Tech, Oct. 31, 1998Season ..................................29 (607 yards) by Brian Stropolo, 1986Career.........................72 (1475 yards) by Dwight Walker, 1978-81

Most Yards GainedGame.............................................. 221 (5 returns) by Sullivan Beard

vs. Sam Houston State, Nov. 4, 2000Season ............................646 (20 returns) by Chris Crawford, 2003Career.....................1,555 (71 returns) by Darryl Pounds, 1991-94

Most Touchdowns Scored on Kickoff ReturnsGame....................................................................... 1 by several playersMost Recent ...........................................78 yards by Lardarius Webb

vs. Northwestern State, Oct. 11, 2008Punt ReturnsMost Punt ReturnsGame...................................................6 (53 yards) by Brian Stropolo

vs. Stephen F. Austin, Oct. 20, 1984Season ....................................32 (334 yards) by Carl Templet, 1976Career........................... 66 (945 yards) by Dwight Walker, 1978-81

Most Yards GainedGame ................................................... 99 (5 returns) by Terry Topey

vs. Northwestern State, Oct. 27, 1979Season ................................. 334 (32 returns) by Carl Templet, 1976Career ......................945 (66 returns) by Dwight Walker, 1978-81

Most Touchdowns Scored on Punt ReturnsGame....................................................................... 1 by several players.........................................Most recent: 75 yards by Lardarius Webb

vs. Stephen F. Austin, Oct. 18, 2008

All-Purpose YardsMost PlaysSeason ................ 257 (235 rushing, 14 receiving, 8 kickoff returns)

by Nakia Lumar, 1996Career..................................................................................................692

(589 rushing, 59 receiving, 1 punt return, 43 kickoff returns) ............................................................by Oscar Smith, 1981-82, 84-85

Most Yards GainedSeason ...............................................................................................1,810

(22 rushing, 1513 receiving, 256 punt returns, 19 kickoff returns) ............................................................................. by Mark Carrier, 1986Career........ 5,200 (617 rushing, 2163 receiving, 945 punt returns, ............................ 1475 kickoff returns) by Dwight Walker, 1978-81

Highest Average Gain Per PlaySeason .................................................... 18.8 by Dwight Walker, 1981Career................................................. 16.5 by Mark Carrier, 1983-86

PuntingMost PuntsGame .................................................. 13 (500 yards) by Dan Brown

vs. Tennessee-Martin, Oct. 16, 1976Season ............................................................ 86 by Dan Brown, 1977Career ...................................................328 by Dan Brown, 1976-79

Most YardsGame....................................................500 (13 punts) by Dan Brown

vs. Tennessee-Martin, Oct. 16, 1976Season ........................................................3,511 by Dan Brown, 1977Career...........................................12,829 by Dan Brown, 1976-1979

Highest Average Per PuntGame..................50.8 (305 yards/6 punts) vs. Northwestern State

by Don Alonzo, 10/8/80Season ...........42.7 (2,309 yards/54 punts) by Brian Desselles, 1994

42.7 (2,521 yards/59 punts) by Patrick Dolan, 2009Career.................................................... 42.07 (3,955 yards/94 punts)

by Brian Desselles, 1993-1994InterceptionsMost InterceptionsGame..........3 by Darryl Pounds vs. Central Florida, Oct. 17, 1992

3 by Chris Thompson vs. Arkansas State Nov. 22, 20013 by Lardarius Webb vs. Rice, September 1, 2007

Season ............................................................9 by Greg Harding, 1980Career......................................................21 by Greg Greely, 1981-84

Most Yards on Interception ReturnsGame..................................................... 94 (1 return) by Aaron Smith

vs. Sam Houston State, Oct. 8, 1998Season ..........................................................141 by Greg Greely, 1981Career...................................................232 by Dee Thomas, 1986-89

Most Touchdowns Scored on Interception ReturnsGame......................................................................2 by Kareem Moore

vs. Northwestern State, October 6, 2007....2 by Lardarius Webb vs. Northwestern State, October 6, 2007Season ........................................................3 by Lardarius Webb, 2007 Career..................................................3 by Lardarius Webb, 2007-08

Highest Average Gained Per Interception Season ...(min. 3): 37.2 (149 yards/4 int.) by Kareem Moore, 2007

DefenseMost Tackles MadeGame.....................................................................23 by Rusty Rebowe

vs. Southeastern Louisiana, Nov. 12, 1977Season ......................................................168 by Rusty Rebowe, 1977Career................................................412 by Rusty Rebowe, 1974-77

Most Assists MadeGame......................... 15 by Doug Love vs. Livingston, Nov. 1, 1975Season .................................................... 78 by Richard Romero, 1986Career................................................243 by Rusty Rebowe, 1974-77

Most Fumbles RecoveredSeason .........................................................7 by Basil Trepagnier, 1980

Most Fumble Return YardsGame......... 71 yards by Joe Ogletree vs. Texas State, Nov. 6, 2003Season ....... 71 yards by Joe Ogletree vs. Texas State, Nov. 6, 2003Career....... 71 yards by Joe Ogletree vs. Texas State, Nov. 6, 2003

Most Fumble Returns for TouchdownGame....................................................................... 1 by several playersMost Recent: .............Brian Paille vs. Bethel College, Aug. 28, 2003Season ..................................................................... 1 by several playersMost Recent: .............Brian Paille vs. Bethel College, Aug. 28, 2003Career..................................................................... 1 by several playersMost Recent: .............Brian Paille vs. Bethel College, Aug. 28, 2003

TeAM ReCORDSRushingMost CarriesGame............. 67 (207 yards) vs. Mississippi College, Oct.14, 1972Season .......................................626 (3,648 yards) in 10 games, 2005

Net YardsGame.........................518 (55 carries) vs. Livingston, Sept. 10, 1994Season ....................................3,648 (626 carries) in 10 games, 2005

Most TouchdownsGame....................................................8 vs. Livingston, Sept. 10, 1994........................................................8 vs. Bethel College, Aug. 28, 2003Season .................................................................. 42 in 11 games, 2003

Yards Per CarrySeason ............5.8 (3,648 yards on 626 carries) in 10 games, 2005

PassingMost AttemptsGame 53 (30 completed) vs. Northeast Louisiana, Sept. 26, 1987Season ................................ 449 (251 completed) in 13 games, 1986

CompletionsGame.................32 (45 attempts) vs. Louisiana Tech, Oct. 31, 1998Season ....................................251 (449 attempts) in 13 games, 1986

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Completion PercentageGame.............................................. (min. 15 attempts) 78.8% (26-33)

vs. Southwest Missouri, Oct. 29, 1983Season .........................................55.9% (251-449) in 13 games, 1986

Passes Had InterceptedGame...........................................6 vs. North Alabama, Oct. 27, 1973...................................................... 6 vs. McNeese State, Sept. 19,1981.............................................. 6 vs. Northeast Louisiana, Sept. 1, 1984...................................................6 vs. Stephen F. Austin, Sept. 22, 1990Season .................................................................. 27 in 11 games, 1980

Most Yards PassingGame.....................481 (29-51) vs. Georgia Southern, Dec. 6, 1986Season ......................................... 3,825 (251-449) in 13 games, 1986

Touchdowns PassesGame...................................................... 5 vs. Southern, Oct. 10, 1981....................................................................5 vs. Southern, Oct. 6, 1984...................................................... 5 vs. Southwest Texas, Oct. 4, 1986...........................................................5 vs. Weber State, Nov. 22, 1986..........................................5 vs. Mississippi Valley State, Sept.12, 1998Season .................................................................. 35 in 13 games, 1986

Total OffenseMost PlaysGame.......................................................... 89 (51 passing, 38 rushing)

vs. North Alabama, Oct. 27, 1973.................... 89 (29 passing, 60 rushing) vs. Samford, Nov. 11, 1989........89 (37 passing, 52 rushing) vs. McNeese State, Nov. 23, 1996Season ................937 (488 rushing, 449 passing) in 13 games, 1986

Most Total YardsGame ....614 (96 passing, 518 rushing) vs. Livingston, Sept. 10, 1994Season ......5,170 (3,825 passing, 1,345 rushing) in 13 games, 1986

Yards Per PlayGame........ 10.2 (614 yards/60 plays) vs. Livingston, Sept. 10, 1994Season .............................................6.1 (4,414 yards/723 plays), 2003

Yards Per GameSeason ........................................415.8 (4,158 yards/10 games), 2005

ScoringMost PointsGame..................................................77 vs. Livingston, Sept. 10, 1994Season ................................................................389 in 11 games, 2003

Most TouchdownsGame..................................................11 vs. Livingston, Sept. 10, 1994Season .................................................................. 49 in 11 games, 2003

Most PATGame..................................................11 vs. Livingston, Sept. 10, 1994Season .................................................................. 44 in 11 games, 2003

Most 2-Point PATGame...........................................2 vs. McNeese State, Sept. 15, 1984Season .....................................................................7 in 11 games, 1981

Most Field GoalsGame..................................4 vs. Northwestern State, Oct. 12, 1996Season .................................................................. 16 in 11 games, 1990

Highest Scoring AverageSeason ....................................... 35.4 (389 points) in 11 games, 2003

First DownsTotal First DownsGame......................................33 vs. Georgia Southern, Dec. 6, 1986Season ................................................................261 in 13 games, 1986

RushingGame..........................................27 vs. Portland State, Sept. 13, 2003Season ................................................................168 in 10 games, 2005

PassingGame......................................24 vs. Georgia Southern, Dec. 6, 1986Season ...............................................................157 in 13 games, 1986

kickoff ReturnsMost ReturnsGame................10 (124 yards) vs. Georgia Southern, Dec. 6, 1986Season .........................................55 (1,055 yards) in 13 games, 1986

Most YardsGame.............269 (6 returns) vs. Jacksonville State, Sept. 18, 1976Season ..................................... 1,249 (52 returns) in 11 games, 1972

Most TouchdownsGame.....1 vs. 7 opponents. Most recent: vs. Northwestern State,............................................................................................. Oct. 11, 2008Season .....................................................................2 in 11 games, 1981

Punt ReturnsMost ReturnsGame...... 10 (92 yards) vs. Southeastern Louisiana, Nov. 13, 1976Season ............................................ 48 (425 yards) in 11 games, 1976

Most YardsGame..133 yards (7 returns) vs. Jacksonville State, Sept. 18, 1976Season ........................................632 (47 returns) in 11 games, 1979

Most TouchdownsGame..........................................................................1 vs. 8 opponents, Most recent: ..............................vs. Stephen F. Austin, Oct. 18, 2008Season .....................................................................4 in 11 games, 1979

PuntingMost PuntsGame................13 (500 yards) vs. Tennessee-Martin, Oct.16, 1976Season .........................................88 (3,511 yards) in 11 games, 1977

Most YardsGame...............500 (13 punts) vs. Tennessee-Martin, Oct. 16, 1976Season .................................3,565 yds. (87 punts) in 11 games, 1973

Highest AverageGame..............................................................50.8 (305 yards/6 punts)

vs. Northwestern State, Oct. 8, 1980Season .....................41.7 (2,384 yards/68 punts) in 10 games, 1975

Most Punts Had BlockedGame.............................................3 vs. McNeese State, Sept. 1, 1990................................................................3 vs. Texas A&I, Sept. 12, 1992Season ....................................................................7 in 11 games, 2002

InterceptionsMost InterceptionsGame............................6 (9 yards) vs. Tennessee Tech, Sept. 2, 1978...................................6 (93 yards) vs. Central Florida, Oct. 17, 1992Season ............................................ 24 (282 yards) in 11 games, 1981

Most Return YardsGame.. 238 (5 returns) vs. Northwestern State, October 6, 2007Season .........................................458 (18 returns) in 11 games, 2007

Most TouchdownsGame............................4 vs. Northwestern State, October 6, 2007Season ....................................................................6 in 11 games, 1981

DefenseFewest Net Yards AllowedGame .......................................15 vs. Baptist Christian, Oct. 5, 1974Season .............................................................2,720 in 11 games, 1976

Lowest Average Yards AllowedSeason ................................... 247.2 (2,720 yards) in 11 games, 1976

Fewest Rushing Yards AllowedGame....................................................-42 vs. Samford, Sept. 10, 1988Season ....................................1,012 (446 carries) in 11 games, 1982

Lowest Average Rushing Yards AllowedSeason ......................................92.0 (1,012 yards) in 11 games, 1982

Fewest Passing Yards AllowedGame................................ -10 vs. Mississippi College, Sept. 10, 1977Season ...............................................797 (65-180) in 11 games, 1976

Lowest Average Passing Yards AllowedSeason .........................................72.4 (797 yards) in 11 games, 1976

Scoring DefenseMost ShutoutsSeason .....................................................................3 in 11 games, 1974..................................................................................3 in 11 games, 1976Fewest Points AllowedSeason ................................................................132 in 10 games, 1975

Lowest Average Points AllowedSeason ....................................... 13.2 (132 points) in 10 games, 1975

Fewest Touchdowns AllowedSeason .................................................................. 18 in 10 games, 1975

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RuShINGYeAR PLAYeR ATT YDS TD AvG1972 Ronald Joseph 118 394 3 3.31973 Steve Stropolo 110 329 2 2.91974 Steve Stropolo 147 549 4 3.71975 Steve Stropolo 210 761 7 3.61976 Steve Stropolo 125 491 1 3.91977 Louis Henry 109 450 1 4.11978 Louis Henry 104 420 2 4.11979 Richard Auzenne 114 444 3 3.91980 Mike Clark 97 340 2 3.51981 Oscar Smith 134 580 0 4.31982 Oscar Smith 109 405 10 3.71983 Lionel Vital 146 776 5 5.31984 Oscar Smith 140 550 9 3.91985 Oscar Smith 206 947 11 4.61986 Kevin Smoot 195 622 5 3.21987 Jamie Lawson 100 425 2 4.31988 Jamie Lawson 193 811 8 4.61989 Leonard Valentine 183 562 5 3.11990 David Craig Robinson 97 568 8 5.91991 Jarvis Lillie 138 823 4 6.01992 Clyde Washington 120 582 2 4.91993 Clyde Washington 141 653 7 4.61994 Corey Thomas 158 962 8 6.11995 Nakia Lumar 108 483 3 4.51996 Nakia Lumar 235 1072 5 4.61997 Nakia Lumar 105 475 3 4.51998 Brad Zeller 139 582 4 4.21999 Sullivan Turner 84 425 2 5.12000 Josh Son 160 595 3 3.72001 Josh Son 201 1043 10 4.32002 Josh Son 161 642 7 4.02003 Colt Colletti 97 585 12 6.02004 Colt Colletti 91 546 6 6.02005 Joseph Tobias 109 718 7 6.62006 Michael McLendon 57 438 4 7.72007 Broderick Cole 135 643 11 4.82008 Chris Bunch 74 404 4 5.52009 Marlin Meeks 123 675 3 5.5

PASSINGYeAR PLAYeR ATT COMP INT YDS TD PCT1972 Craig McCullough 65 37 5 408 4 .5691973 Kenny Pritchard 122 55 14 597 1 .4511974 Craig McCullough 96 47 7 647 6 .4891975 Ted Bergeron 180 87 5 1206 9 .4831976 Ted Bergeron 137 62 14 720 3 .4531977 Tim McCabe 97 46 4 623 3 .474 1978 Tim Bailey 106 38 8 409 3 .358 1979 Tim Bailey 201 87 10 1397 10 .4331980 Tim Bailey 253 89 21 1382 9 .3821981 Gordon Falgoust 303 149 16 2356 22 .4921982 Keith Menard 174 83 7 1120 6 .4771983 Doug Hudson 174 86 7 1204 7 .4941984 Keith Menard 223 131 10 1724 13 .587 1985 Doug Hudson 316 180 18 2348 16 .5701986 Doug Hudson 422 238 17 3627 34 .5641987 Bobby McDonald 377 191 20 2491 19 .5071988 Bobby McDonald 253 121 12 1650 8 .4781989 Leonard Valentine 273 131 14 1947 10 .4801990 Leonard Valentine 221 115 12 1781 9 .5201991 Joey Primus 180 72 9 818 3 .400

1992 Henri Ransefore 117 38 8 513 3 .3251993 Henri Ransefore 122 51 5 862 7 .4181994 Corey Thomas 55 22 4 364 2 .4001995 Brad Zeller 108 38 8 372 0 .3521996 Brad Zeller 217 128 12 1340 6 .5901997 Brad Zeller 263 142 8 1537 6 .5581998 Brad Zeller 370 202 12 2374 13 .5461999 Brad Smith 258 134 12 1485 6 .5192000 Brad Smith 78 40 5 408 2 .5132001 Josh Son 122 52 5 1027 10 .4842002 Josh Son 62 26 6 517 2 .4192003 Josh Son 73 39 1 753 5 .5342004 Yale Vannoy 92 39 5 700 5 .4242005 Yale Vannoy 67 33 3 510 2 .4932006 Vincent Montgomery 49 21 3 358 2 .4292007 Vincent Montgomery 84 37 1 676 3 .4402008 Chris Bunch 60 25 1 546 6 .4172009 LaQuintin Caston 100 45 3 779 8 .450

ReCeIvINGYeAR PLAYeR ReC YDS TD AvG1972 Gator Gardner 27 348 2 12.91973 Gerald Butler 25 249 0 9.91974 Edward Davis 20 252 3 12.61975 Gerald Butler 25 450 5 18.01976 Gerald Butler 42 592 3 14.11977 Lonnie Reed 16 235 1 14.91978 Keith Davis 16 185 3 11.51979 Marvin Dumas 25 392 1 15.71980 Marvin Dumas 38 633 2 16.61981 Dwight Walker 50 963 8 19.31982 Curtis Hobbs 37 545 1 14.71983 Curtis Hobbs 42 673 6 16.01984 Dewayne Harrison 51 618 3 12.11985 Dwayne Brown 47 583 3 12.41986 Mark Carrier 78 1513 20 19.41987 Alfred Dorsey 55 765 4 13.91988 Jamie Lawson 23 200 0 18.21989 John Brown 38 612 3 16.11990 John Brown 41 745 4 18.21991 John Brown 17 217 2 12.81992 David Johnson 26 477 3 18.41993 David Johnson 24 513 5 21.41994 Derrick Maxwell 14 228 1 16.31995 Kip Rohner 18 323 0 17.91996 Kip Rohner 25 276 2 11.01997 Julius Alcee 57 912 4 16.01998 Julius Alcee 45 528 2 11.71999 Brad Phillips 27 379 2 14.02000 Sullivan Beard 12 191 2 15.92001 Thurman Lewis 16 339 1 37.72002 Vince Butler 11 276 2 25.12003 Vince Butler 24 576 4 24.02004 Marcus Richardson 25 438 1 17.52005 Michael Okoronkwo 8 108 0 13.52006 Michael Okoronkwo 11 278 2 25.32007 Michael Okoronkwo 11 229 2 19.12008 Antonio Robinson 9 502 6 25.12009 Antonio Robinson 11 27 4 44.5

PuNTINGYeAR PLAYeR NO YDS LP AvG1972 Terry Magee 77 3038 72 39.51973 Terry Magee 75 3110 64 41.51974 Terry Magee 73 2992 60 40.91975 Terry Magee 67 2829 59 42.21976 Dan Brown 82 3171 61 38.71977 Dan Brown 86 3511 68 40.81978 Dan Brown 85 3235 59 38.61979 Dan Brown 75 2966 53 39.51980 Don Alonzo 80 3205 85 40.11981 Anthony Baker 31 1151 54 37.11982 David Fuhrer 66 2325 53 35.21983 David Fuhrer 56 2253 56 40.21984 David Fuhrer 58 2132 61 36.81985 David Fuhrer 48 1789 51 37.31986 Brian Wilcox 48 1839 58 38.31987 Brian Wilcox 75 3086 62 41.21988 Brian Wilcox 69 2761 70 40.01989 Brian Wilcox 58 2340 74 40.41990 Skip Shelton 53 1852 60 34.91991 Brian Knowles 48 1687 54 35.21992 Skip Shelton 68 2488 68 36.61993 Brian Desselles 40 1646 54 41.21994 Brian Desselles 54 2309 55 42.81995 Quinn Guidry 56 2138 53 38.2 1996 Quinn Guidry 57 2199 51 38.61997 Quinn Guidry 63 2635 63 41.81998 Quinn Guidry 59 2379 57 40.31999 Jeremy Thompson 63 2398 67 38.12000 Jeremy Thompson 62 2629 64 42.42001 James Wilcox 32 1070 61 33.42002 John Manly 55 2095 62 38.12003 John Manly 47 1767 51 37.62004 James Wilcox 42 1752 64 41.72005 Sean Comeaux 36 1255 51 34.92006 Sean Comeaux 44 1644 54 37.42007 Sean Comeaux 41 1458 49 35.62008 Patrick Dolan 38 1611 57 42.42009 Patrick Dolan 59 2521 64 42.7

PuNT ReTuRNSYeAR PLAYeR NO YDS LR TD AvG1972 Gary Fontenot 11 140 30 0 17.71973 Gary Fontenot 14 63 36 0 4.51974 Carl Templet 10 59 17 0 5.91975 Carl Templet 14 207 52 1 14.81976 Carl Templet 32 334 59 1 10.41977 Richard Auzenne 15 95 24 0 6.31978 Dwight Walker 16 284 73 2 17.81979 Terry Topey 22 258 81 1 11.71980 Dwight Walker 16 132 30 0 8.31981 Dwight Walker 16 218 76 1 13.61982 Brian Stropolo 10 139 85 1 13.91983 Brent Verzwyvelt 6 124 62 0 20.71984 Brian Stropolo 27 144 38 0 5.31985 Mark Carrier 16 163 90 1 10.21986 Mark Carrier 31 256 55 1 19.71987 Dexter Carter 26 139 38 0 5.41988 Dexter Carter 22 152 27 0 5.41989 Andre Felder 20 201 41 1 10.11990 John Brown 22 207 75 1 18.81991 John Brown 25 151 24 0 6.01992 David Johnson 14 84 22 0 6.01993 David Johnson 8 32 21 0 4.0

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1994 Derrick Maxwell 14 207 54 1 14.81995 Chris Haynes 9 86 62 0 9.61996 Demetrius Patterson 9 32 8 0 3.61997 Kajuan Billings 11 150 53 0 13.61998 Curtis Johnson 11 66 13 0 6.01999 Curtis Johnson 22 155 32 0 7.02000 Sullivan Beard 4 30 15 0 7.52001 David Plaisance 8 104 28 0 13.02002 David Plaisance 17 213 80 1 12.52003 David Plaisance 15 174 24 0 11.62004 David Plaisance 18 179 48 0 9.92005 Jermaine Boggan 8 91 43 0 11.42006 Kareem Moore 10 91 26 0 9.12007 Lardarius Webb 16 273 96 1 17.12008 Lardarius Webb 10 152 75 1 15.22009 Dominique Daniels 10 88 28 0 8.8

kICkOFF ReTuRNSYeAR PLAYeR NO YDS LR TD AvG1972 Gary Fontenot 19 517 99 1 27.21973 Gary Fontenot 19 376 74 0 19.01974 Mike Jones 13 328 74 1 25.21975 Steve Stropolo 9 188 40 0 23.51976 Carl Templet 14 363 62 0 25.91977 Richard Auzenne 10 137 20 0 13.71978 Dwight Walker 23 393 36 0 17.11979 Dwight Walker 12 287 60 0 23.91980 Byron Jarvis 12 295 62 0 24.61981 Dwight Walker 23 516 94 1 22.41982 Oscar Smith 14 418 55 0 29.31983 Lionel Vital 21 572 70 0 27.21984 Oscar Smith 17 471 53 0 27.71985 Mark Carrier 11 249 51 0 22.61986 Brian Stropolo 29 607 65 0 20.91987 Dexter Carter 24 493 68 0 20.51988 Bernard Sellers 22 465 37 0 21.11989 Aaron Ruffin 22 409 83 0 18.61990 Kelvin Dandridge 15 340 44 0 22.71991 Cory Butler 12 225 28 0 18.81992 Darryl Pounds 21 407 36 0 19.41993 Darryl Pounds 25 583 67 0 23.31994 Darryl Pounds 25 565 63 0 22.61995 Chris Haynes 18 291 31 0 16.21996 Frank Wilson 12 251 33 0 20.91997 Kajuan Billings 13 216 35 0 16.61998 Curtis Johnson 21 347 29 0 16.51999 Sullivan Beard 14 302 54 0 21.62000 Sullivan Beard 19 535 92 0 28.22001 LeJuan Walker 16 482 99 1 30.12002 LeJuan Walker 18 535 68 0 29.72003 Chris Crawford 20 646 100 2 32.32004 Demarko Hutchinson 14 289 38 0 20.62005 Brandon Zackery 12 218 38 0 18.2 2006 Dominique Sykes 18 323 46 0 17.92007 Lardarius Webb 22 588 71 0 26.72008 Lardarius Webb 16 472 78 1 29.52009 Antonio Robinson 28 549 38 0 19.6

INTeRCePTIONSYeAR PLAYeR NO YDS LR TD AvG1972 Bobby Templet 6 131 59 1 21.81973 David Percle 2 18 18 0 9.0 David Catha 2 5 5 0 2.5 Elmo Boudreaux 2 2 2 0 1.01974 Gary Barbaro 3 77 55 0 25.71975 Gary Barbaro 6 113 25 1 18.81976 Carl Templet 5 15 11 0 3.01977 Glenn Magee 3 49 31 0 16.31978 Byron Boyd 5 54 32 0 10.81979 Basil Trepagnier 6 33 21 0 5.51980 Greg Harding 9 51 40 0 5.71981 Keith Hodges 7 125 55 1 17.91982 Greg Greely 7 38 21 0 5.41983 Greg Greely 5 15 9 0 3.01984 Greg Greely 4 24 11 0 6.01985 Kurt Turner 2 9 9 0 3.0 Barry Davis 2 3 3 0 1.5 Thaddeus Lumar 2 3 3 0 1.5 Troy Bourgeois 2 1 1 0 .51986 Dee Thomas 3 21 18 0 7.01987 Trevis Rowley 4 29 25 1 7.31988 Dee Thomas 5 122 70 2 24.41989 Clifton Smith 4 34 17 0 6.81990 Clifton Smith 4 9 9 0 2.31991 Darryl Pounds 8 40 20 0 5.01992 Darryl Pounds 4 84 30 0 21.01993 Tederick Henry 3 51 44 1 17.01994 Clarence Wiggins 5 118 50 2 23.61995 Ricky Wilson 1 11 11 0 11.01996 Demetrius Patterson 3 41 32 1 13.71997 Kevin Johnson 3 31 17 0 10.31998 Lee Rogers 2 31 31 0 15.51999 Seven Players Tied With One2000 Seneca McMillan 3 122 89 1 40.72001 Chris Thompson 5 17 6 0 3.42002 Chris Thompson 5 77 30 1 15.42003 David Willis 2 25 24 0 12.52004 Tommy Lee Brown 5 17 15 0 3.42005 Cory Vavala 4 54 41 0 13.52006 Jermaine Boggan 2 30 16 0 15.0 Toney Edison 2 5 5 0 2.52007 Lardarius Webb 5 148 72 3 29.62008 Lardarius Webb 1 37 37 0 18.52009 Bobby Felder 2 107 63 1 53.5

SCORINGYeAR PLAYeR TD PAT 2-PAT FG PTS1972 Ronald Joseph 3 0 1 0 201973 Steve Stropolo 4 0 0 0 241974 Terry Magee 0 14 0 5 291975 Steve Stropolo 8 0 0 0 481976 Gerald Butler 3 0 0 0 181977 Glenn Magee 0 7 0 7 281978 Dwight Walker 5 0 0 0 301979 Dwight Walker 8 0 0 0 481980 Dwight Walker 9 0 0 0 541981 Dwight Walker 11 0 3 0 721982 Oscar Smith 0 0 0 0 601983 Curtis Hobbs 6 0 2 0 381984 Oscar Smith 10 0 0 0 601985 Oscar Smith 12 0 0 0 721986 Mark Carrier 21 0 1 0 1281987 Pat Constantine 9 0 1 0 56

1988 Jamie Lawson 8 0 0 0 481989 Jose Bran 0 23 0 10 531990 Jose Bran 0 26 0 16 741991 Skip Shelton 0 13 0 12 491992 Jarvis Lillie 7 0 0 0 421993 Adam Diel 0 34 0 3 431994 Adam Diel 0 30 0 11 631995 Adam Diel 0 14 0 6 321996 Adam Diel 0 18 0 15 631997 Kyle Leisher 0 15 0 12 511998 Kyle Leisher 0 24 0 13 631999 Kyle Leisher 0 16 0 7 372000 Kyle Leisher 0 15 0 14 572001 Josh Son 10 0 2 0 642002 Josh Son 7 0 0 0 542003 Colt Colletti 12 0 0 0 722004 Jay Jones 0 24 0 7 452005 Broderick Cole 13 0 0 0 782006 Alex Romero 0 24 0 7 452007 Broderick Cole 11 0 0 0 662008 Ross Schexnayder 0 21 0 12 572009 Ross Schexnayder 0 24 0 5 39

DeFeNSIve LeADeRSYeAR PLAYeR uT AT TOT1972 Larry Bland 63 36 991973 Allen Danos 76 31 107 1974 Allen Danos 113 59 1721975 Rusty Rebowe 81 68 1491976 Rusty Rebowe 116 74 1901977 Rusty Rebowe 168 71 2391978 Kenny Ortolano 108 65 1731979 Earl Rogers 75 64 1391980 Basil Trepagnier 59 70 1291981 Johnny Meads 70 19 891982 Scott Hildebrand 76 32 1081983 Scott Hildebrand 72 35 1071984 Scott Hildebrand 55 31 861985 Thaddeus Lumar 33 46 791986 Richard Romero 61 78 1391987 Richard Romero 53 47 1001988 Terrence Cooks 48 74 1221989 Troy Fields 54 77 1311990 Troy Fields 71 59 1301991 Russel Thomas 59 56 1151992 Brett Adams 64 23 871993 Darryl Pounds 74 25 991994 Darnell Small 75 44 1191995 Darnell Small 69 58 1271996 Quincy Sorrell 36 90 1261997 Quincy Sorrell 46 58 1041998 Murphy Edwards 49 36 851999 Rodney Coleman 70 32 1022000 Lee Rogers 80 34 1142001 Todd Rivera 58 21 782002 David Willis 37 32 692003 Chris Thompson 36 33 692004 Cory Vavala 44 25 692005 Cory Vavala 45 40 852006 Cory Vavala 28 53 812007 Kareem Moore 46 27 732008 Garrick Spain 36 24 602009 Yashua Willis 40 40 80

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RuShING YeARS RuSh YDS TD AvGJosh Son 2000-2003 664 2658 29 4.0Oscar Smith 1981, 83, 85 589 2482 25 4.2Steve Stropolo 1973-76 592 2130 14 3.6Brodreick Cole 2005-2007 470 2,111 33 4.5Colt Colletti 2001-2004 380 2051 24 5.4Nakia Lumar 1995-97 448 2030 11 4.5Aaron Ruffin 1987-90 458 1838 20 4.0Corey Thomas 1993-96 339 1756 14 5.2Jarvis Lillie 1989, 91-92 292 1609 11 5.5Yale Vannoy 2002-2005 337 1587 18 4.7

PASSING YeARS ATT COMP INT YDS TDDoug Hudson 1983-86 1020 533 53 7670 58 Brad Zeller 1995-98 919 493 40 5616 25Keith Menard 1981-84 625 329 32 4362 33Bobby McDonald 1986-88 653 323 34 4324 28Leonard Valentine 1989-90 494 246 26 3728 19Tim Bailey 1977-80 664 246 43 3628 25Ted Bergeron 1974-77 414 200 23 2533 19Josh Son 2000-2003 314 139 19 2503 18Gordon Falgoust 1980-81 323 155 19 2457 22Brad Smith 1997-200 363 189 16 2096 9

ReCeIvING YeARS ReC YDS TD AvGMark Carrier 1983-86 147 2709 24 18.4Brian Stropolo 1982-84, 86 135 2203 20 16.3Dwight Walker 1978-81 106 2163 23 20.4Marvin Dumas 1978-81 107 1742 12 16.3John Brown 1988-91 107 1724 10 16.1Gerald Butler 1973-76 105 1470 11 14.0Julius Alcee 1997-98 102 1440 6 14.1Alfred Dorsey 1985-87 89 1217 7 13.7Dwayne Brown 1982-85 96 1148 4 12.0David Johnson 1991-93 58 1096 5 18.9

SCORING YeARS TD 1-PAT 2-PAT FG TOTALOscar Smith 1981, 83, 85 35 0 0 0 210Jose Bran 1986, 88-90 0 102 0 36 210Kyle Leisher 1997-2000 0 70 0 46 208Dwight Walker 1978-81 33 0 3 0 204Adam Diel 1993-96 0 96 0 35 201Broderick Cole 2004-2007 33 0 0 0 198Josh Son 2000-2003 29 0 1 0 176Mark Carrier 1983-86 26 0 1 0 157Colt Colletti 2001-2004 24 0 0 0 144Brian Stropolo 1982-84, 86 23 0 2 0 140

PuNT ReTuRNS YeARS NO YDS LR AvG TDDwight Walker 1978-81 66 945 76 14.3 5David Plaisance 2001-2004 58 670 80 11.5 1Carl Templet 1974-76 56 600 49 10.7 2Mark Carrier 1983-86 48 426 90 8.9 2Lardarius Webb 2007-08 26 425 96 16.3 2Brian Stropolo 1982-84, 86 49 390 85 7.9 1John Brown 1988-91 47 358 75 7.6 1Richard Auzenne 1977-79 43 341 30 7.9 0Dexter Carter 1985-88 51 304 38 6.0 0Terry Topey 1977-79 22 258 81 11.7 1

kICkOFF ReTuRNS YeARS NO YDS LR AvG TDDarryl Pounds 1991-94 71 1555 67 21.9 0Dwight Walker 1978-81 72 1475 94 20.5 1Oscar Smith 1981, 83, 85 43 1221 83 28.4 1Lardarius Webb 2007-08 38 1060 78 27.8 1Gary Fontenot 1971-74 45 1037 99 23.1 1LeJuan Walker 2001-2002 34 1017 99 30.0 1Brian Stropolo 1982-84, 86 42 916 94 21.8 1Sullivan Beard 1997-2000 35 914 92 26.1 0Curtis Johnson 1997-2000 49 841 45 17.1 0Kajuan Billings 1995-98 44 817 42 18.6 0

INTeRCePTIONS YeARS NO YDS LR AvG TDGreg Greely 1981-84 21 218 87 10.4 2Greg Harding 1979-81 16 99 40 6.2 0Darryl Pounds 1991-94 14 128 30 9.1 0Basil Trepagnier 1977-80 12 74 21 6.2 0Dee Thomas 1986-89 12 232 70 21.2 2Andre Felder 1986-89 12 122 68 10.2 1Chris Thompson 2000-2003 11 129 30 12.9 1Byron Boyd 1976-79 10 66 32 6.6 0Gary Barbaro 1972-75 9 190 55 21.1 1Glenn Magee 1976-79 9 136 36 17.0 0

DeFeNDeRS YeARS uT AT TOTALRusty Rebowe 1974-77 412 243 655Torrian Thomas 2000-2003 104 100 204Kenney Ortolano 1975-78 311 139 450Earl Rogers 1976-79 236 161 397 Richard Romero 1985-88 156 196 352 Allen Danos 1972-75 244 136 380Carey Johnson 1972-75 230 113 343Basil Trepagnier 1977-80 197 144 341Darryl Pounds 1991-94 220 115 335Quincy Sorrell 1994-97 129 196 325

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All-Americans1976 Gerald Butler, SE - Kodak First-Team1977 Rusty Rebowe, LB - Kodak First-Team; Associated Press First-Team; NCAA

All-America Kenny Ortolano, NG - AP Honorable

Mention1980 Greg Harding, DB - AP Honorable

Mention1981 Dwight Walker, WR - Associated Press

First-Team; Kodak First-Team1982 Clint Conque, OLB - Associated Press

First-Team Jay Pennison, C - Associated Press

Second-Team Johnny Meads, ILB - AP Honoranble

Mention1983 Jay Pennison, C - Associated Press

Second-Team1984 Dewayne Harrison, TE - Associated

Press First-Team Lynn Bychurch, OG - AP Honorable

Mention Scott Hildebrand, ILB - AP Honorable

Mention Keith Menard, QB - AP Honorable

Mention Oscar Smith, RB - AP Honorable

Mention Anthony Tuggle, DB - AP Honorable

Mention1985 Lynn Bychurch, OG - Associated Press

Second-Team1986 Mark Carrier, WR - Associated Press

First-Team; Kodak First-Team Doug Hudson, QB - AP Honorable

Mention; Football News Second-Team Troy Bourgeois, DB - AP Honorable

Mention Darnell Carmouche, DT - AP

Honorable Mention Billy Naquin, OG - AP Honorable

Mention1987 Alfred Dorsey, WR - Associated Press

Second-Team Karl Hill, DB - Associated Press Third-

Team Reed Pere’, OT - Associated Press

Third-Team Richard Romero, ILB - AP Honorable

Mention1988 Karl Hill, DB - College Football News

Third-Team1991 Darryl Pounds, DB - Associated Press

Second-Team1992 Royce Nelson, OL - National Weekly

Football Gazette Third Team1993 Darryl Pounds, DB - National Weekly

Football Gazette Second-Team1994 Darryl Pounds, DB - Associated Press

First-Team; National Weekly Football

Gazette First- Team; The Sports Network Second-Team

Brian Desselles, P - Associated Press Second-Team; The Sports Network Third-Team

2002 LeJuan Walker, KR - National Weekly Football Gazette First Team

Chris Thompson, CB - National Weekly Football Gazette Third Team

2003 Chris Thompson, KR - National Weekly Football Gazette First Team

Chris Thompson, CB - National Weekly Football Gazette Second Team

2005 Cody Stogner, C- The Sports Network Third Team

2006 Jacob Bender, OT - Sports Network I-AA/FCS Third Team

2007 Kareem Moore, FS – Associated Press Second Team

Lardarius Webb, SS – Sports Network First Team

Lardarius Webb, SS – Walter Camp Foundation First Team

Lardarius Webb, SS – College Sporting News Fabulous Fifty

2008 Lardarius Webb, FS – Associated Press First Team

Lardarius Webb, FS – Sports Network First Team

Lardarius Webb, FS – American Football Coaches Association

Lardarius Webb, FS – College Sporting News Fabulous Fifty

2009 Marlin Meeks, FB – Sports Network Third Team

Marlin Meeks, FB – College Sporting News Fabulous Fifty

NCAA I-AA Southeast All-Region2005 Michael Young, DL – Second-Team

National Coach of the Year1996 Darren Barbier - Sports Network

Eddie Robinson Award Recipient; Schutt Sports/American Football

Quarterly Division I-AA Coach of the Year

GTe Academic All-America District vI Team

1994 Jared Allemand, linebacker Tony Easton, wide receiver1996 Ricky Wilson, defensive back Brad Zeller, quarterback1997 Brad Zeller, quarterback2002 Josh Son, quarterback2003 Josh Son, quarterback Dustin Denault, offensive lineman2004 Joseph Trosclair, offensive lineman

First-Team All-Gulf South Conference

1973 Terry Magee, punter1974 Gary Barbaro, defensive back Terry Magee, punter1975 Carey Johnson, nose guard Terry Magee, punter Steve Stropolo, running back1976 Fred Roth, offensive tackle1977 Fred Bruhl, defensive end Rusty Rebowe, linebacker (Player of

the Year) Kenny Ortolano, nose guard1978 Byron Boyd, defensive back Kenny Ortolano, nose guard

Second-Team All-Gulf South Conference

1975 Gary Barbaro, defensive back Richard Berard, defensive end Allen Danos, defensive back1976 Gerald Butler, wide receiver Rusty Rebowe, linebacker Carl Templet, defensive back1978 Fred Roth, offensive guard Basil Trepagnier, defensive back

First-Team All-Gulf Star Conference

1984 Sheldon Andrus, defensive tackle Lynn Bychurch, offensive guard Dewayne Harrison, tight end Scott Hildebrand, linebacker Keith Menard, quarterback Oscar Smith, running back Anthony Tuggle, defensive back1985 Lynn Bychurch, offensive guard1986 Troy Bourgeois, defensive back Darnell Carmouche, defensive line Mark Carrier, wide receiver Doug Hudson, quarterback Billy Naquin, offensive guard

Second-Team All-Gulf Star Conference

1984 Greg Greely, defensive back George Scott, offensive tackle Lionel Vital, running back1985 Patrick Pattan, offensive tackle Mark Carrier, wide receiver Oscar Smith, running back Darnell Carmouche, defensive line Thaddeus Lumar, linebacker1986 Lynn Bychurch, center Patrick Pattan, offensive guard Brian Stropolo, wide receiver Kevin Smooth, running back Richard Romero, linebacker Thomas Williams, defensive back

First-Team All-SLC/SFL1991 Darryl Pounds, defensive back

(Freshman of the Year) Jarvis Lillie, running back Michael Walker, defensive lineman1992 Royce Nelson, offensive lineman Darryl Pounds, defensive back1993 Darryl Pounds, defensive back1994 Brian Desselles, punter Adam Diel, place kicker Michael LeBlanc, offensive lineman Darryl Pounds, defensive back Clarence Wiggins, defensive back1995 Darnell Small, linebacker1996 Darren Barbier, Coach of the Year Adam Diel, place kicker John Emery (Newcomer of the Year) Greg Reynolds, offensive lineman1998 Robert Martin, defensive lineman Murphy Edwards, linebacker2000 Jeremy Thompson, punter2001 Colt Colletti, fullback Chris Thompson, cornerback2002 Matt DeRoche, offensive lineman Josh Son, quarterback Chris Thompson, cornerback LeJuan Walker, kick returner2003 Chris Thompson, cornerback Chris Crawford, kick returner2004 Colt Colletti, running back David Willis, safety2005 Joseph Tobias, running back Broderick Cole, fullback Jacob Bender, offensive lineman Cody Stogner, offensive lineman Michael Young, defensive lineman Cory Vavala, linebacker Joe Ogletree, safety2006 Jacob Bender, offensive tackle Toney Edison, safety Cory Vavala, linebacker2007 Broderick Cole, fullback Benjamin Gombossy, offensive guard Kareem Moore, safety Lardarius Webb, safety2008 Lardarius Webb, safety Lardarius Webb, return specialist2009 Patrick Dolan, punter Marlin Meeks, fullback

SLC Offensive Player of the Year2005 Yale Vannoy, quarterback

SLC Defensive Player of the Year2007 Kareem Moore, safety

SLC Freshman of the Year1991 Darryl Pounds, safety2000 Josh Son, quarterback2001 LeJuan Walker, return specialist/

defensive back2004 Broderick Cole, fullback

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SLC Newomer of the Year1996 John Emery, defensive end2005 Joseph Tobias, running back2006 Kareem Moore, safety2007 Lardarius Webb, safety

SLC Coach of the Year1996 Darren Barbier2002 Daryl Daye2005 Jay Thomas

Second-Team All-SLC/SFL1991 Todd Adams, offensive tackle1992 Michael Morris, linebacker1994 Todd Harris, defensive end Darnell Small, linebacker1995 Greg Reynolds, offensive lineman1996 Reggie Davis, cornerback Nakia Lumar, running back Demetrius Patterson, cornerback Quincy Sorrell, linebacker Ivan Williams, defensive lineman1997 Murphy Edwards, defensive end Anthony Saul, linebacker Quincy Sorrell, linebacker1998 Julius Alcee, wide receiver Greg DeBose, offensive lineman Kyle Leisher, placekicker Brad Zeller, quarterback2000 Sullivan Beard, return specialist Kyle Leisher, placekicker Todd Rivera, linebacker Lee Rogers, defensive back Kyle Smith, offensive lineman2001 LeJuan Walker, kick reteurner2002 Colt Colletti, running back John Manly, punter Burnell Taylor, defensive lineman2003 Phillip Brock, running back Vince Butler, wide receiver Adam Gardner, offensive lineman Jeff Breaux, offensive lineman John Manly, punter2004 Broderick Cole, fullback Joseph Trosclair, offensive lineman Michael Young, defensive lineman Tommy Lee Brown, cornerback James Wilcox, punter2005 Yale Vannoy, quarterback Benjamin Gombossy, offensive lineman Bryan Paille, defensive lineman Tommy Lee Brown, cornerback2006 Greg Casnave, defensive lineman Kareem Moore, safety2007 Garrick Spain, linebacker Jordan Stone, defensive lineman Lardarius Webb, return specialists2008 Nigel Cormier, offensive lineman Zac Reddix, defensive end2009 Aric Flowers, offensive lineman

Jordan Nevels, defensive back Antonio Robinson, wide receiver

First-Team LSWA All-Louisiana1975 Gary Barbaro, defensive back Allen Danos, defensive lineman Terry Magee, punter1976 Fred Roth, offensive tackle1977 Rusty Rebowe, linebacker Tommy Broom, center1978 Fred Roth, offensive guard1980 Don Alonzo, punter Basil Trepagnier, safety1983 Jay Pennison, center1985 Dwayne Brown, tight end1988 Reed Pere’, offensive tackle Jamie Lawson, fullback1991 Darryl Pounds, defensive back 1992 Darryl Pounds, defensive back1993 Darryl Pounds, defensive back1994 Brian Desselles, punter Darryl Pounds, defensive back1996 John Emery, defensive lineman Nakia Lumar, running back Greg Reynolds, offensive lineman Quincy Sorrell, linebacker1998 Murphy Edwards, linebacker2005 Cody Stogner, offensive lineman Cory Vavala, linebacker2007 Lardarius Webb, safety Lardarius Webb, return specialists2008 Patrick Dolan, punter Lardarius Webb, defensive back2009 Patrick Dolan, punter

LSWA Coach of the Year1975 Bill Clements1986 Sonny Jackson1996 Darren Barbier

Newcomer of the Year1996 John Emery, defensive end2007 Lardarius Webb, safety

Freshman of the Year1991 Darryl Pounds

Second-Team LSWA All-Louisiana1982 Clint Conque, outside linebacker Greg Greely, safety1983 Greg Greely, cornerback Richard Motton, offensive guard1984 Keith Menard, quarterback Anthony Tuggle, cornerback1985 Lynn Bychurch, offensive guard Oscar Smith, running back1986 Doug Hudson, quarterback Mark Carrier, wide receiver1987 Alfred Dorsey, wide receiver Richard Glover, defensive tackle1988 Terrence Cooks, inside linebacker

1989 Joey Quinn, defensive tackle1990 Joey Quinn, defensive tackle Troy Fields, linebacker Jose Bran, placekicker1991 Jarvis Lillie, running back Michael Walker, defensive line Todd Adams, offensive tackle1993 Brian Desselles, punter1994 Adam Diel, placekicker Michael LeBlanc, offensive lineman1995 Darnell Small, linebacker1996 Adam Diel, place kicker Murphy Edwards, defensive lineman Ivan Williams, defensive lineman1997 Julius Alcee, wide receiver Quincy Sorrell, linebacker1998 Cliff Cumberland, tight end Greg DeBose, offensive lineman Kyle Leisher, placekicker Robert Martin, defensive lineman2000 Kyle Leisher, placekicker Kyle Smith, offensive lineman Jeremy Thompson, punter2002 Josh Son, quarterback LeJuan Walker, kick returner Chris Thompson, cornerback2003 Josh Son, quarterback Chris Thompson, cornerback Chris Crawford, kick returner2005 Jacob Bender, offensive lineman Broderick Cole, fullback2007 Benjamin Gombossy, offensive guard Kareem Moore, safety2008 Lardarius Webb, return specialist

2009 Aric Flowers, offensive lineman

Captains1971 Jerry Sanchez and Larry Bland1972 Mike Torres and Larry Bland1973 Jerry Sanchez and Walt Gaudet1974 Mike Torres and Kenny Duke1975 Elijah Hensley and Carey Johnson1976 Keith Crawford and Fred Raiford1977 Ted Bergeron and Rusty Rebowe1978 Keith Davis and Jerry Galloway1979 Ronnie Harkless and Earl Rogers1980 Greg Jones and Basil Trepagnier1981 Tommy Warner, Keith Hodges, and

Arthur Tolliver1982 Shane Whittemore, Barry Valcin, Clint

Conque, and Kevin Bell1983 Walter Morrison, Jay Pennison, and

Johnny Meads1984 Greg Greely, Scott Hildebrand, and

Keith Menard1985 Dwayne Brown, Bobby Connell, Jay

Roth1986 Troy Bourgeois, Mark Carrier, Doug

Hudson, Patrick Pattan, Kevin Smoot, and Brian Stropolo

1987 Alfred Dorsey, Thaddeus Lumar, and

Clarence Robinson1988 Trevis Rowley, Richard Romero, Reed

Pere’1989 Craig Marek1990 Troy Fields, Aaron Ruffin, Clifton

Smith, and Brent Stewart1991 Todd Adams, Russel Thomas, and

Michael Walker1992 Legantry Chaney, Tyrone Dominique,

Allen Rudolph, and Royce Nelson1993 Eric Held, Matt Hodson, David

Johnson, Allen Rudolph, Clyde Washington, and Mike Zierlein

1994 No permanent captains named1995 No permanent captains named1996 No permanent captains named1997 No permanent captains named1998 No permanent captains named1999 Andy Naquin, Kevin Johnson, Daiquari

Wilson, Brad Smith2000 Rocky Curl, Lee Rogers, Brad Smith,

Ryan Thibodaux2001 Steve Ellis, Todd Rivera, Kyle Smith,

Josh Son, Ryan Thibodaux2002 Josh Son, Steve Ellis, Lester McGee,

Matt DeRouche2003 Phillip Robin, Rudy August, Josh Son,

Adam Gardner, Travis Douglas2004 David Plaisance, Yale Vannoy, Joseph

Trosclair, David Willis, Bryan Paille2005 Yale Vannoy, Thomas Lorio, Henry

Johnson, Bryan Paille, Joseph Ogletree2006 Jacob Bender, Broderick Cole, Toney

Edison, Dustin Gisclair, Cory Vavala2007 Matt Blanchard, Broderick Cole,

Dominic Cooper, Benjamin Gombossy, Kareem Moore

2008 Nigel Cormier, Patrick Gordon, Isa Hines, Chris Noble, Lardarius Webb

2009 Tyson Andus/Marlin Meeks, Aric Flowers, Antonio Robinson, Ross Schexnayder, Yashua Willis

Senior Bowl Participants1975 Terry Magee, punter Gary Barbaro, defensive back

east-West Shrine Bowl Participant1976 Gerald Butler, wide receiver

Blue*Gray All-Star Game Participant2003 Chris Thompson, cornerback

Magnloia Gridiron All-Star Classic2006 Jacob Bender, offensive tackle Toney Edison, safety

Texas vs. The Nation All-Star Game

2007 Kareem Moore, safety2008 Lardarius Webb, safety

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1976 Gary Barbaro, DB - Kansas City Chiefs, Third Round (74th)

1977 Gerald Butler, WR - Chicago Bears, Seventh Round (182nd)

1982 Dwight Walker, WR - Cleveland Browns, Fourth Round (87th)

1984 Johnny Meads, LB - Houston Oilers, Third Round (58th)

Johnny Meads, LB - New Orleans Breakers, Third Round (56th)

Curtis Hobbs, WR - Jacksonville Bulls, Eighth Round (163rd)

Ronald Motton, OG - Houston Gamblers, 13th Round (257th)

Jay Pennison, C - Jacksonville Bulls, 13th Round (270th)

1985 Greg Greely, DB - San Antonio Gunslingers, Second Round (24th)

Anthony Tuggle, DB - Los Angeles Express, Fifth Round (64th)

Lionel Vital, RB - Washington Redskins, Seventh Round (187th)

1986 Oscar Smith, RB - Detroit Lions, Fifth Round (119th)

1987 Mark Carrier, WR - Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Third Round (57th)

Doug Hudson, QB - Kansas City Chiefs, Second Round (186th)

1989 Jamie Lawson, FB - Tampa Bay Lawson, Fifth Round (117th)

1990 Dee Thomas, DB - Houston Oilers, 10th Round (264th)

1995 Darryl Pounds, DB - Washington, Third Round (68th)

2004 Chris Thompson, DB – Jacksonville Jaguars, Fifth Round (110th)

2007 Jacob Bender, OT – New York Jets, Sixth Round (177th)

2008 Kareem Moore, FS – Washington Redskins, Sixth Round (180th)

2009 Lardarius Webb, SS – Baltimore Ravens, Third Round (88th)

Darryl Pounds

Chris Thompson

Jacob Bender

kareem Moore

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AABREGO, Jeff, OT1971-74, GramercyACOSTA, Kyle, DL1990-92, LaPlaceADAMS, Brett, LB1991-93, GretnaADAMS, Todd, OG1989-91, ThibodauxAFFOLTER, Kenneth, LB1982-83, SlidellALCEE, Julius, WR1997-98, AlgiersALEX, Horace, RB1975-77, New IberiaALLEMAN, Eric, WR1993, ThibodauxALLEMAND, Jared, QB/WR1992-94, LockportALLEN, Billy Ray, RB1974, Biloxi, Miss.ALLEN, Chris, OL1993, Demopolis, Ala.ALONZO, Don, P1980, Ft. Walton Beach, Fla.ANDERSON, Kareem, DT2004, Atlanta, Ga.ANDERSON, Ronald, DT1989, NorcoANDERSON, Tawaskie, RB1995, 1997-99, New OrleansANDERSON, Vince2003, Lake City, Fla.ANDRUS, Sheldon, DT1981-84, Port BarreANDRUS, Tyson, DB2009, LafayetteAPPLEBERRY, Aaron, WR1981, AvondaleAPRIL, Bobby, DE1972-75, ChalmetteARCEMONT, Trey, DT1988-90, Morgan CityARCHANGEL, Stephen, DB2003, JeneretteAUGUST, Rudy, RB2000-2003, Belle RoseAUSTIN, Jared, OL1991-94, AvondaleAUSTIN, Joe, OL1994-96, Milton, Fla.AUZENNE, Richard, RB1977-79, Baytown, Texas

BBABER, Trevors, DB1988-90, HammondBADEAUX, Ernie, DL1997-99, River RidgeBAHAM, Dewayne, C1980, FolsomBAILEY, Fred, LB1996, 1998, New OrleansBAILEY, Levon, LB2003-06, Missouri City, TexasBAILEY, Navarro2003, BakerBAILEY, Tim, QB1977-80, Pensacola, Fla.BALDWIN, Anthony, TE2001, 2002, River RidgeBAKER, David, WR1992, Opelousas

BAKER, TIM, OL2002-2003, Natchez, Miss.BARBA, Mike, WR2009, HoumaBARBARO, Gary, DB1972-75, KennerBARKER, Anthony, P-WR1981-82, Valley, Ala.BARNES, Kendrick, FB1998, Magnolia, Miss.BARTHE, Earl, DB1980BARTHOLOMEW, Karl, RB2004, 2005, New OrleansBARRY, Jerry, LB1971-74, Grand CoteauBATISTE, Calvin, DB1976, AmiteBEARD, Sullivan, WR1998-2000, LockportBEARY, Tim, DE1978-81, GeismarBECNEL, Gary, OG1972, VacherieBEBE, Chuck, OT1974-75, Baton RougeBELANGER, Brent, LB/FB1989, 1991, HoumaBELLANGER, Troy, DS1992-95, RacelandBELL, Kevin, NG-DT1979-1982, AvondaleBELLEW, Danny, OT1981-82, Saucier, Miss.BENDER, JACOB, OT2003-06 Mayo, MarylandBERARD, Richard, DE1972-75, JeaneretteBERGERON, Ted, QB1974-77, HoumaBERGERON, Stefan, LB2008-09, Pierre PartBERNARD, Adrian, OL1992, ThibodauxBERNARD, Derronne, DL1994-95, New IberiaBERNINGER, Darren, DL1993, BakerBERRY, James, RB1978BIEDENKOPF, Tim, TE1978, KennerBILLINGS, Kajuan, WR1995-98, HarveyBIZETTE, Brandon2003, MaringouinBLANCHARD, Matt, OL2006-07, Guntown, Mississippi BLANCHARD, Jody, DB1992-94, HoumaBLANCHARD, Michael, OL1990-92, NapoleonvilleBLAND, Larry, DT-LB1971-74BLEAKLEY, Rick, LB2000, 2001, ConventBLEAKLEY, Robert, LB2001-2003, ConventBOGGAN, Jermaine, DB2004-07 Jacksonville, Fla.BONNAFFONS, Brett, WR2002-2003, New OrleansBORDEN, Cornelius, LB1999, Moss Point, Miss.BOUDOIN, Perry, TE-DE

1978-81, EdgardBOUDREAUX, Cody, RB1993, St.AmantBOUDREAUX, Elmo, DB1971-74, ThibodauxBOUDREAUX, Rene, DT1978-79, HoumaBOUDY, Christopher, LB1991, Biloxi, Miss.BOURGEOIS, Troy, SS1983-86, Houston, TexasBOUYER, Bryan, DL2002, Eufaula, Ala.BOUZIGARD, Scott, FS1979-81, GallianoBOYD, Andre, DL1995-96, New OrleansBOYD, Ben, DB1977, Tylertown, Miss.BOYD, Byron, DB1976-79, BoutteBOZEMAN, Donnie, WB1994, NapoleonvilleBRAN, Jose, PK1986, 88-90 New OrleansBREAUX, Jeffrey, OL2000-2003, SulphurBREAUX, Joey2003, Alvin, TexasBRIGGS, Troy, TE1978-81, AbbevilleBRINSON, Ronald, DB1982-83, Tampa, Fla.BRISTER, Adam, TE/WR2006, 2008, Baton Rouge, La.BRISTER, Belton, FS1980, New OrleansBROCATO, Mitch, TE1996-98, Pearl RiverBROCK, Phillip, RB2000-2003, New OrleansBROOKS, Lester, DB2006-07, Macon, MississippiBROOM, Tommy, C1976-79, Columbia, Miss.BROUSSARD, Chris, DB2005, 2007, Morgan CityBROUSSARD, Shannon, OL1990, IowaBROWN, Dan, P1976-79, Baton RougeBROWN, Darrell, DL2009, CovingtonBROWN, Dwayne, FB1982-85, HoumaBROWN, Ed, DT1981-82, LafayetteBROWN, Edward, DL1997-98, New OrleansBROWN, John, WRBROWN, Lavincio, LB2002, 2004, Greenwood, Miss.BROWN, Tommy Lee, DB2002-2005, Amite, La.1988-91, PonchatoulaBRUCE, Gary, NG1977, Cut OffBRUCE, Ricky, DB1995, ParadisBRUHL, Tommy, DE1974-77, CovingtonBRUMFIELD, Bryan, DB1982-84, AmiteBRUNO, Lindsey, OL1994-96, Chalmette

BRUNSON, Randy, OL2001-2002, Forest, Miss.BRYAN, Winfred, DL1988-89, Miami, Fla.BUA, Chris, LB2003, 2004, New OrleansBUCHANAN, Corey, RB2006, 2008, Kingsville, TexasBUCKLAND, Dean, OL1992-95, HoumaBUCKNER, Eric, TE1986-88, KentwoodBUNCH, Chris, QB2006, 2008, Crystal River, FloridaBUQUOI, Gary, OL1992-94, MetairieBURCHETT, Roy, QB2001, Bradenton, Fla.BURKS, Dennis, RB1996, New OrleansBURKS, Terrel, OL1994-95, Memphis, Tenn.BURNS, Blaine, FB2005-08, Baton RougeBUSH, Juan, CB1980, New OrleansBUTLER, Cory, DB1990-92, HoumaBUTLER, Gerald, WR1973-76, SlidellBUTLER, James, LB1989-91, HoumaBUTLER, Vince, WR2002, 2003, Tampa, Fla.BYCHURCH, Lynn, OG1983-86, Cut Off

CCAMPBELL, Gary, OG1975, Petal, Miss.CAMPBELL, John, DE1997-99, Cut OffCAMPBELL, Patrick, TE1990, MarreroCANDIES, Otto, LB1983-85, Des AllemandsCANDIES, Shane, DB1982-83, ThibodauxCANDIES, Sidney, OL1990, HahnvilleCAPDEBOSCQ, Mike, FB1980-81, LorangerCARMOUCHE, Darnell, LB1983-86, CarencroCARRIER, Mark, WR1983-86, Church PointCARTER, A.J., DT2008-09, ThibodauxCARTER, Billy, DL1987, Pensacola, Fla.CARTER, Chad, RB1999-2000, ConventCARTER, Dexter, DB-WR1985-88, New OrleansCARTER, Kenny, DB-FB1989-90, CarencroCARTER, Ryan, RB2002, 2003, Baton RougeCASE, Tom, QB1987-80, AvondaleCASNAVE, Greg, DL2005, 2006 LaCombeCASTON, LaQuintin, QB2009, Baton Rouge

CATHA, David, DB1972, 1974-76, Baton RougeCATOIRE, Allen, OL1992-95, MetairieCHAISSON, Jeremy, OL2000, ThibodauxCHAMBERS, Kevin, DE1980, New OrleansCHAMPAGNE, Ray, DE1972-74, JeaneretteCHANEY, Legantry, FB1989-92, Fair Hope, Ala.CHAPMAN, Stuart, OL1987-88, DelcambreCHARPENTIER, Sonny, WR1979, FranklinCHATMAN, Hosea, WR1986-89, HoumaCHAUVIN, Zack, QB2006, 2007, Thibodaux, La.CHERAMIE, Ren, OL2009, Cut OffCHUTER, Eric, OL1991, New OrleansCLARK, Corey, RB-TE1991-92, ThibodauxCLARK, Dedric, DB1996, VacherieCLARK, Mike, CB-TB1987-80, Denham SpringsCOATES, Mark, RB1993, 1995, GretnaCOLE, Broderick, FB2004-07, New OrleansCOLEMAN, Rodney, DB1998-99, New OrleansCOLLETTI, Colt, FB2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, River RidgeCOLLINS, Cooper, QB1999-2000, AbbevilleCOMEAUX, Britton, OL2006, Cut Off, La.COMEAUX, Sean, P/K2004-07, New IberiaCONNELL, Bobby, TE1984-85, OllaCONNELL, Michael, LB1985-87, Stone Mountain, Ga.CONNELL, Timmy, LB1983-86, OllaCONQUE, Clint, DE1981-82, Baton RougeCONSTANTINE, Pat, WR1984, 86-87, LafayetteCOOKMEYER, Rickey, WR1990, 1992, MetairieCOOKS, Terrence, LB1985-88, NapoleonvilleCOOPER, Dominic, DE2006-07, New Orleans, La.CORMIER, Nigel, OL2005-08, LafayetteCORTEZ, Jason2003, New OrleansCRAWFORD, Demetrius, DB1990-92, Fairhope, Ala.CRAWFORD, Eric, DB1994-96, Lake CharlesCRAWFORD, Keith, OT/OG1973-76, New OrleansCRAWFORD, Isaac, TE2009, Livingston, TexasCROCHET, Jason, DL1998, Houma

CROWE, Leslie, LB1992-94, AmiteCRUMP, Brian, DL1992, New OrleansCULOTTA, Rickey, QB1995, MetairieCUMBERLAND, Cliff, TE1996-98, MetairieCURL, Rocky, TE/LB1997-2000, KennerCURLIN, Richard, OT1976-79, HoumaCUROLE, Kindall, PK1979-81, Cut OffCURRY, Keith, DE2002, Hickory, Miss.CURTIS, Malcom, DB1989-91, New Orleans

DDAHLKE, Dasche2003, Texas City, TexasDAIGLE, Butch, FB1982-86, GonzalesDAIGS, Chris, WR1989-90, HarveyDANDRIDGE, Kelvin, WR1989-91, Baton RougeDANIELS, Dominique, DB2006-09, Tampa, Fla.DANIELS, Justin, OL2009, Mobile, Ala.DANOS, Allen, DT1972-75, Cut OffDAVID, Joseph, LB1980DAVIS, Aaron, TE1989-91, PlaquemineDAVIS, Barry, DB1985DAVIS, Cortrell, LB1995, HahnvilleDAVIS, Dwayne, DB1990-91, AmiteDAVIS, Ed, WR1974-75, ParadisDAVIS, Greg, QB1990, MetairieDAVIS, Jevon, LB1995, New OrleansDAVIS, Keith, LB1980DAVIS, Keith, WR1976-78, ParadisDAVIS, Reggie, DB1993-96, New IberiaDeAVILA, Jonathan, OL2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, Houston, TexasDeBOSE, Greg, OL1995-98, New OrleansDEGRUY, Glenn, LB1971, New OrleansDELATTE, Richie, FB1996-97, New OrleansDELEE, Brent, TE1982,84, ClintonDELGADO, Jose, OL1987, ChalmetteDENEAULT, Dustin, OL2002-2003, Concordia, Kan.DEROCHE, Matt, OL2000-2002, HoumaDESHOTEL, Paul, OL

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1986-88, FranklinDESSELLES, Brian, P1993-94, White CastleDEVEER, Joe, LB1981DEWITT, Brad, OL2000, Pass Christian, Miss.DiBETTA, Gareth, DB2001-2002, ChalmetteDICKINSON, Don, C1972DIEL, Adam, PK1993-96, Baton RougeDILLON, Edward, DB1995-98, New OrleansDIMAK, Cody, LB2005, 2006 New OrleansDINOT, Rickey, TB1982, Baton Rouge DISHER, Carl, QB1991, PonchatoulaDOLAN, Patrick, P/PK2007, 2008, 2009 Mobile, Ala.DOMINIQUE, Tyrone, LB1990-93, GheensDONAHUE, Greg, LB1986, KentwoodDORSEY, Alfred, WR1985-87, New OrleansDOUGLAS, Travis, LB2000-2003, Des AllemandsDUBUC, Michael, LB2001, 2002, MetairieDUGAN, Michael, CB1985DUGAS, Monte, FB1994-95, JeffersonDUMAS, Nolan, QB2008-09, ThibodauxDUKE, Kenny, LB1971-74, New OrleansDUMAS, Marvin, WR1978-81, VacherieDUMAS, Nolan, QB/DS2008, ThibodauxDUNN, Antwan, DE2004, 2005, Birmingham, Ala.DUNN, Robert, OT1972DUTTON, Davonn, DL2005-07, New OrleansDUPUIS, Steve, LB-TE1973, 75-76, Opelousas

eEASTON, Anthony, WR1993-94, Surrey, EnglandEATON, David, LB1991-94, ThibodauxEDDIE, Andrew2007, 2008 Tupelo, Miss.EDISON, Toney, DB2005, 2006, Taylorsville, Miss.EDKINS, George, NG1980, HoumaEDWARDS, Murphy, DE1995-98, Lake CharlesELLERT, Joel, OL1998-99, Ft. Wayne, Ind.ELLIS, Reginald, WR2000, PlaquemineELLIS, Robert2003-06 Diberville, MissELLIS, Steve, DB

1999-2002, Stringer, Miss.EMERY, John, DE1996, NorcoENCALADE, Ruble, OL1992-93, Point-a-la-hacheESCHETE, Ronnie, NG1979, ThibodauxESALAMIE, Ovie, RB2005, Tampa, Fla.EVANS, Larry, LB1973,75, Denham SpringsEVANS, Will, TE1971, Houma

FFALGOUST, Gordon, QB1980-81, VacherieFALGOUST, Ken, WR1987, VacherieFAIRCHILD, Matt, DE2006-08 GonzalesFANGUY, Jarrod, LB2006-09, Houma, La.FAUCHEAUX, Chuck, DS1998, MathewsFEELE, James, OT1974-75, Picayune, Miss.FELDER, Andre, DB1986-89, HammondFELDER, Bobby, DB2008-09, McComb, Miss.FELDER, Travis, RB2001, 2002, 2003, Jacksonville, Fla.FELLS, Reno2006, 2007, Palatka, Fla.FIELDS, Troy, FB1987-90, New OrleansFINISTER, Doug, RB1993, New OrleansFITZPATRICK, Brian2004, Lewisville, TexasFLUGENCE, Cornell, DB1981-84, LafayetteFLOWERS, Aric, OL2005, 2007-09, Plano, TexasFONTENOT-AMEDEE, Joel, RB2002-2005, Baton RougeFONTENOT, Dain, WR1993-96, Port VincentFONTENOT, Gary, DB1971-74, SunsetFONTENOT, Josh, QB2000-2001 Ville PlatteFONTENOT, Randy, TE-FB1971-74, OpelousasFOOTE, David, OT1980, ThibodauxFOOTE, Ed, OG1978-80, ThibodauxFORD, Jamaul, RB2006, Berwick, La.FOSTER, Faraji, RB1994, New OrleansFOUNTAIN, Eric, DL1992-95, Kendleton, TexasFRAZIER, Jesse, OL2004-07, Houston, TexasFREEMAN, Kyle, DE2003-06, Baton RougeFURHER, David, P1982-85, Franklin

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GAIENNIE, Dan, WR1977-80, HarahanGAINEY, Russell, OL1992, KennerGALLOWAY, Jerry, DT1975-78, Silsbee, TexasGALMORE, Shawn, WR1994, MarreroGARDET, Ronald, DB2004, 2005, New OrleansGARDNER, Adam, OL2003, New OrleansGARDNER, Chris, WR1972-73, Baton RougeGARNER, Fernandez, DL2009, New OrleansGARRETT, Jeremy, DB2009, Rancho Cucamonga, Calif.GASPARD, Danny, DE1979-80, MetairieGAUDET, Walt, DE1971-73, Ville PlatteGAUTREAU, Mike, NG1984, GonzalesGEORGE, Kevin, DB1991-1992, CrowleyGILMORE, Dave, LB1979-80, MetairieGILSTRAP, Derek, TE1974-77, Levelland, TexasGILISPIE, Robert, OL2005, Port Arthur, TexasGISCLAIR, Dustin, LB2003-06, GallianoGLOVER, Richard, DT1985-88, New OrleansGODFREY, Troy, DB2009, EuniceGOMBOSSY, Benjamin, OL2004-07, MonroeGONZALES, Octavio, C1985-88, Miami, Fla.GORDON, Patrick, WR2005-08, Houma, La.GREELY, Greg, DB1981-84, BogalusaGREEN, Joshua, OL/DL2009, Modesto, Calif.GREENE, Logan, DE2004, Raleigh, N.C.GREENWOOD, Keith, SS1979-80, New OrleansGRIFFIN, Michael, LB1999-2002, PattersonGRIFFIN, Roscoe, RB1993-94, Apopka, Fla.GRIFFIN, Troy, DB1992, LockportGRIMES, Morris, DT1976, Baton RougeGRISSOM, Herman, PK1972-73, Jasper, TexasGRUBB, Jason, DB2002, SlidellGRUENIG, Gerald, OL2009, Covington GUEDRY, Warren, DE-DT1973, 76, Baton RougeGUIDRY, Gavin, WR1987, HarveyGUIDRY, Joey, NG1982, Baton RougeGUIDRY, Kerry, DB2008-09, HoumaGUIDRY, Lance, OL

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hHALE, Paul, OL2000, New OrleansHALL, Danarus, DB2005, 2006, Magnolia, Miss.HARDING, Greg, DB1979-81, HoumaHARDY, Kentario, DL2007, 2008 Monticello, Miss.HARGER, Butch, LB1978, Baton RougeHARKLESS, Ronnie, FB1979, MathewsHARNESS, Randy, RB1993, KennerHAROLD, Kenny, RB/DB1973,76, Baton RougeHARRIS, Anthony, RB2005, Demopolis, Ala.HARRIS, John, LB1980, Pensacola, Fla.HARRIS, Todd, DE1992-94, GaryvilleHARRISON, Dewayne, TE1982-85, CovingtonHATCHER, Mark, LB-FB1977-80, Baytown, TexasHAVENER, Jerry, C1984-87, PattersonHAWKINS, Jessie, LB1998, MarreroHAYDEL, Patrick, DT1986-88, VacherieHAYNES, Chris, WR1995, LulingHEAD, Brian, C1989-92, Kingwood, TexasHEBERT, Billy Bob, QB/RB1985-88, Cut OffHEBERT, Jody, DL1997-99, WestwegoHELD, Eric, PK1992-93, MetairieHENRY, Louis, RB1977-78, CovingtonHENRY, Tedrick, DB1992-94, KennerHENSLEY, Lige, OG1971-73, 75, KennerHESTER, Chris, DL2002-2003, 2005, RacelandHEYL, Michael, LB2004-07, New OrleansHICKS, Tarbarris, DB2008, MonroeHILDEBRAND, Scott, LB1981-84, MarreroHILL, Karl, DB1985-88, MarreroHINES, Isa, RB2007, 2008, San Francisco, Calif.HOBBS, Curtis, WR1982-83, Mendenhall, Miss.HODGE, Chris, DB2003, 2004, Bainbridge, Ga.HODGES, Keith, CB1979-81, HarveyHODSON, Ben, DB

1993, LockportHODSON, Matt, TE1991-93, LockportHOHENSEE, Garrett, OL1986-88, RacelandHOLMES, Bryant, DL2001-2002, New OrleansHOLMES, Lannis, LB1997, HammondHONOR, Rondell, FB1994-96, LulingHOOD, Alan2003, Panama City, Fla.HOPSON, Trey, FB2008, Pascagoula, Miss.HORRIDGE, Eddie, QB1978, MetairieHORTON, Kenley, WR2005, College Park, Ga.HOUSEMAN, Jerry, DE1972HOUSSON, Jake, OL2003-06, Houston, TexasHOUSTON, Tyrone, LB1992-95, Weddinton, N.C.HOTARD, Jerry, DE1981-84, ReserveHOUSE, Mike, FB1980, New OrleansHOWARD, Cornell, KR2008, New OrleansHOWARD, Tracey, DT2005, Silsbee, TexasHUDSON, Doug, QB1983-86, Gulf Breeze, Fla.HUGHES, Kyle, LB2006-09, Orange, TexasHUGHES, Taras, DB1989-92, GallianoHUTCHINSON, Demarko, QB/RB2004, 2005, 2008, St. RoseHYMEL, Audie, OT/OG1973-75, HarveyHYPOLITE, Artie, WR1973-75, Jeanerette

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JJACKSON, Cory, RB1997, Breaux BridgeJACKSON, Eric, LB1982-85, Baton RougeJACKSON, Ira, WR1996-97, EdgardJACKSON, Mark, OL1994, 1996, St. Cloud, Fla.JACKSON, Ronald, TE1994, McComb, Miss.JAMES, Ed, LB2009, Miami, Fla.JARROTT, Graham, OL1999-2002, New OrleansJARVIS, Byron, RB1980, DonaldsonvilleJARVIS, Jairus, DE2006, 2007, DonaldsonvilleJEFFERSON, Darrell, DB1998-99, Salem, Miss.JENKINS, David, OT1979-82, New Orleans

JENKINS, Jerimiah, DE2006, 2007, Corpus Christi, TexasJOHNSON, Brandon, RB2009, Columbia, Miss.JOHNSON, Carey, NG1972-75, Baton RougeJOHNSON, Curtis, RB/WR1997-2000, Victoria, TexasJOHNSON, David, DB-WR1991-93, New OrleansJOHNSON, Eugene, LB1997-98, HoumaJOHNSON, Greg, OL1987-90, Houston, TexasJOHNSON, Henry, DB2002-2005, Marerro, La.JOHNSON, Jeff, OT1983-85, MetairieJOHNSON, Kenric, WR1998-2000, GramercyJOHNSON, Kenyardia, OL2001, 2002, Grenada, Miss.JOHNSON, Kevin, DB1996-99, St. MartinvilleJOHNSON, Obie, DT1989-90, KentwoodJOHNSON, Patrick, RB1986-87, EdgardJOHNSON, Ray, DB1977-80, FranklinJOHNSON, Sean, LB1995-98, New OrleansJOHNSTON, Corey, OL2009, Collierville, Tenn.JONES, Cal, FB2004-07, Port Arthur, TexasJONES, Dwayne, RB2005-07, New IberiaJONES, Greg, TE1977-78, 80, New OrleansJONES, Henry, DE1992, New OrleansJONES, Jay, K2003, 2004, Greenwood, Miss.JONES, Kevin, DL1996-99, Baton RougeJONES, Shaun, DL2008, New OrleansJOSEPH, Cleveland, LB1980, ThibodauxJOSEPH, Kendall, RB1997,99, HahnvilleJOSEPH, Konald, WR1994, GramercyJOSEPH, Ronald, RB1972-74, JeaneretteJOSEPH, Wayne, DB1998, New OrleansJOYNER, Richard, WR1976-78, Brandon, Miss.JOYNER, Stephen, OT1981, New OrleansJUDGE, Jermaine, DL1992, Bay Minette, Ala.JUNIUS, Brian, OL1998 Baton Rouge

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KIEFFER, Mike, LB1998, 2000-2001 River RidgeKINDRED, Adrian, LB2007, Opelika, Ala.KING, Doug, DL2000, 2001, 2004, HarveyKING, Jared, DL2002, MarerroKIRBY, John, OL2002, Lake City, S.C.KLIEBERT, Shane, DL2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, VacherieKNATT, Teddy, RB1981KNIGHT, Drew, LS2006, 2008-09, Zachary, La.KNIGHT, Rashar, K2009, Macon, Ga.KNOWLES, Brian, P1991, Mobile, Ala.KOCH, Hilton, WR1989-90, BraithwaiteKNOX, Antonio, LB2000, 2001, Gulfport, Miss.KREIG, John, LB1999, Thibodaux

LLABICHE, Frank, WR1984-85, River RidgeLAFAYETTE, Vernon, OT1981-82, Baton RougeLAFONT, Toby, TE1993-95, ThibodauxLAMBERT, Myron, OL1993, LutcherLAMM, Anthony, LB1994-95, KennerLANDRUM, Jared, TE2004-07, Diberille, Miss.LANDRY, C.J., OG1975-76, MarreroLANGTHORN, Spenser, OL2008-09, Kingwood, TexasLAPEYRE, Emile, DE1981-83, HoumaLAPHAND, David, WR2001, Quitman, Miss.LASSEIGNE, Rance, DB/RB2006, Raceland, La.LAVIOLETTE, Seth, DL1999-2002, PattersonLAWSON, Jamie, FB1987-88, RacelandLEBLANC, Joe, WR1974-75, St. GabrielLEBLANC, LeRoyal, RB1977, DonaldsonvilleLEBLANC, Mike, OL1992-94, HarveyLEBLANC, Nathan, LB1990-91, Cut OffLEBLANC, Scott, PK1984-85, ThibodauxLeBOUEF, David, TE2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, HoumaLEDET, Jason, DL1991-92, LaPlaceLEDET, Ivan, LB2006-08, New OrleansLEGENDRE, John, DB1987-89, LulingLEISHER, KYLE, PK1997-2000, Orlando, Fla.

LEONARD, Kenton, DB1987-90, Point CoupeeLERILLE, Roddy, LB1987-88, Cut OffLEVERT, Shane, DB1986-89, Denham SpringsLEWIS, Derrick, DT1983, New OrleansLEWIS, Derrick, LB1994, Mary Esther, Fla.LEWIS, Kenny, DB/RB2007, GeismarLEWIS, Marcques, DB2005, 2006, New IberiaLEWIS, Melvin, TB1984-87, GonzalesLEWIS, Mike, LB/TE1979-80, JeaneretteLEWIS, Paul, LB1979-80, Breaux BridgeLEWIS, Terrell, WR1997-99, OpelousasLEWIS, Thurman, WR2000-2001, Meridian, Miss.LILLIE, Jarvis, TB1989, 1991-92, New OrleansLILLY, Michael, WR1985-88, Baton RougeLINDEN, Will, OT1989, New OrleansLITTLE, Greg, C1984-85, GonzalesLOCKWOOD, Steve, OG1973, NorcoLORIO, Thomas, DB2002-2003, 2005, Baton RougeLOTT, Robert, DB1991-92, Gulfport, Miss.LOVE, Douglas, OG1971-74, Morgan CityLOVELL, Rickey, RB1973, 75-76, GrayLUCAS, Nehemiah, LB1999-2000, McComb, Miss.LUKE, Derek, LB1992-95, New OrleansLUMAR, Nakia, RB1995-96, Metairie, La.LUMAR, Thaddeus, LB1984-85, 87 EdgardLUQUETTE, Lawrence, DB2005, Des Allemands

MMAGEE, Jerry, RB1979-80, MarreroMAGEE, Terry, P-PK1972-75, BogalusaMAGEE, Glenn, DB-PK1976-79, BogalusaMAGEE, Lester, LB2001, 2002, Collins, Miss.MANALE, Carl, OL1987-88, MarreroMANLY, John, PK/P2001-2003, Shaker Heights, OhioMARCHAND, A.P., DT1972, GonzalesMARCHAND, Harold, OT1972, GonzalesMAREK, Craig, NG1986-89, Vidor, TexasMARSHALL, Kenny, DL1993, Franklin

MARTIN, Craft, NG1978, FranklintonMARTIN, Robert, DE1995-98, New OrleansMARTINEZ, Miguel, OL2004-2005, Glendora, Calif.MATERNE, Mike, DT1974-75, MetairieMATTHEWS, Mike, LB1994, Baton RougeMATTA, John, P1985-86, MetairieMAXWELL, Derrek, WR1993-94, Perdido, Ala.McCABE, Tim, QB1975-77, Gulfport, Miss.McCAFFERY, Ian, LB1996, New OrelansMcCLINTON, Jon, LB2009, Baton RougeMcCREA, Alfred, OT1980, New OrleansMcCULLOCH, Craig, QB1972-74, BakerMcDADE, Charles, OL2007-09 Friendswood, TexasMcDONALD, Bobby, QB1986-88, FranklinMcDOWELL, Donald, OG1977-79, New OrleansMcGEE, Bruce, WR1990-92, Whistler, Ala.McKENZIE, Torey, OL2004-2005, Jackson, Miss.McLENDON, Michael, RB2006, Quitman, MississippiMcMILLAN, Seneca, DB1998-2001 Orlando, Fla.McMINN, Mike, C1974-75, Gulfport, Miss.McNEAL, Larry2003, Clarksdale, Miss.McNEASE, David, OL1994-96, Carriere, Miss.MEACHAM, Jeramy, PK1999-2000, HoumaMEADS, Johnny, LB1980-83, LabadievilleMEEKS, Marlin, RB2008-09, Grenada, Miss.MELANCON, Paul, LB1982-85, DonaldsonvilleMELANCON, Paul, DT1986-88, GonzalesMENARD, Keith, QB1981-84, RayneMENUET, Tommy, DB1991, NapoleonvilleMERGIST, Lance, NG1981MEYER, Aaron, OL2008, La PlaceMILES, Jarrod, CB2004, Baton RougeMILLER, James, LB2000-2003, MeridianMILLER, Kenny, DT1984-85, KentwoodMIMS, Quenton, DL2006-09, Boni Fay, FloridaMINOR, Gistand, RB1982, New OrleansMISIC, Milan, DT2004-2005, Knezica, SerbiaMITCHELL, Isiah, WR

2000-2003, New IberiaMITCHELL, Tim, C1971-72, CrowleyMITCHELL, Troy, OT, 1982-83, SlidellMONTOYA, Juan, DE2004-2005, Fontana, Calif.MONTGOMERY, Vincent, QB2005-08, Kingsville, TexasMOORE, Earvin, RB2009, Stone County, Miss.MOORE, Collin, DB2006-07, Bartow, FloridaMOORE, Kareem, FS2006-07, Okolona, Miss.MOORE, Lance, DB2007, 2008 Leakesville, Miss.MOORE, Travis, LB-FB1986-89, Baton RougeMOORE, William, RB1980-82, AvondaleMORALES, James, QB2002, 2003, Houston, TexasMORGAN, Mike, S1980, LafayetteMORGAN, Todd, PK1979-82, St. AmantMORGAN, Zach2005-07, Marianna, Fla.MORRELL, Kevin, RB1976, Pensacola, Fla.MORRIS, Jimmie, RB1993-94, Jackson, Ala.MORRIS, Kazlo, LB1998, Mobile, Ala.MORRIS, Michael, DE1991-93, RoselandMORRIS, Mike, TE1972-75, OpelousasMORRIS, Penn, LB2001-2003, EdgardMORRISON, Josh, DL1997, Belle ChasseMORRISON, Walter, DB1981-83, CarencroMORTON, Allen, WR1997-99, St. RoseMOTTON, Ronald, OG1980-83, DonaldsonvilleMOUGEOT, David, DT1983-84, MelvilleMOZEE, Jamar, LB2002-2003, Blue Springs, Mo.MUHOBERAC, Steve, C/LB1977-79, ChalmetteMURPHEY, Ted, DE1972-73, Lafayette

NNAQUIN, Andy, OL1996-99, ThibodauxNAQUIN, Billy, OG1984-86, ThibodauxNDUKU, Franklin, OL2009, Houston, TexasNELSON, Royce, OT1989-92, New OrleansNEVELS, Jordan, DB2008-09, Fort Thomas, Ky.NEVIS, Darrell, DT1984-86, HoumaNICHOLS, Chucky, DB2009, Laurel, Miss.NICOLL, Jack, DB

1996-97, KennerNICOLL, Tracey, DL1982NOBLE, Chris, DE2006-08, Baton Rouge, La.NOLAN, Blaine, OL1993, 1995, Crowley, La.NOONAN, John, DE1971, AlgiersNORA, Brennan, DL2009, DestrehanNORRIS, Gerald, C1979-80, Baytown, TexasNUNNGARY, Alfred2003, Downey, Calif.

OOGLETREE, Joseph, DB2002-2005, Houston, TexasOGLETREE, Jordan, DB2006-09, Houston, TexasOKORONKWO, Michael, WR2004-07, New OrleansORGERON, Glen, DT1972-75, LaroseORDOYNE, Baylor, OL/DT2006-07, Houma, La.ORGERON, Peter, OT1972-74, GallianoORTOLANO, Kenney, NG1975-78, Belle ChasseOWENS, Kenny, DB2006-07, Theodore, Alabama

PPADGETT, Adam, OL1998-99, Navarre, Fla.PAILLE, Bryan, DE2002-2005, GonzalesPATTAN, Patrick, OT1983-86, Port AllenPATTERSON, Demetrius, DB1995, Theodore, Ala.PATTERSON, Robert, DB2001, 2002, MonroePAULEY, Scott, LB1985PAULIN, Michael, LB1999, New OrleansPAYTON, Anthony, RB1994, Foxworth, Miss.PECK, Michael, DL1999-2002, LaPlacePENNISON, Jay, C1980-83, HoumaPERCLE, David, DB1972-75, Baton RougePERE’, John, TE1985-88, MatthewsPERE’, Reed, OL1985-88, Golden MeadowPEREZ, Henry, DL2008-09, Orange, Calif.PERRY, George, OT1975-78, GallianoPERRY, Ivan, LB2004, 2006, 2007, New OrleansPETRELLA, Chase, LB2004, 2005, HoumaPHILLIPS, Brad, WR1998-99, MetairiePHILLIPS, Rhett, OL1985-88, Baton RougePICARD, Allen, TE

1981-82, Biloxi, Miss.PICKELL, Gary, C1981-84, Denham SpringsPICKICH, Gerald, LB1974-75, Biloxi, Miss.PIPER, Jordan, LB2009, New OrleansPITTMAN, Derrick, DB1998-2000, McComb, Miss.PLAISANCE, David, RB2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, Baton RougePOCHE, Leon, NG1989-90, MarreroPOCHE, Mahlon, WS1983-84, LutcherPOIRRIER, Jarrad, WR1996-99, PrairievillePOTTS, Chuck, DL1992, Gulfport, Miss.POUNDS, Darryl, DB1991-94, Magnolia, Miss.POWELL, DeAndre’, LB1999, McComb, Miss.PREJEAN, Cody, OL2005-08, NapoleonvillePRICE, Greg, NG1983-85, ThibodauxPRICE, John, WR1999-2000 LaPlacePRIMUS, Joey, QB1990-92, PridePRINCE, Errol, WS1984, Gulfport, Miss.PRITCHARD, Kenny, QB1971

QQUEEN, Dwayne, CB1982, Port AllenQUINN, Joey, NG1987-90, McComb, Miss.

RRAIFORD, Fred, DB1973-76, Baton RougeRANSEFORE, Henri, QB1992-95, Mobile, Ala.RANSOME, Jabari, DL1994-96, PinevilleRAYMOND, Don, OL1997, 99, HahnvilleREA, Kurt, DT1975-78, Baton RougeREASONS, Nick2004, Spring, TexasREBOWE, Rusty, LB1974-77, NorcoREDDIX, Zac, DE2006-09, PrairievilleREED, Damian, LB2007, 2008, Houston, TexasREED, Lonnie, WR1977, Beaumont, TexasREEVES, Archie, OG-OT1976-78, Biloxi, Miss.REVES, Jackson, WR1993, Orlando, Fla.REYNOLDS, Greg, OL1993-96, FranklintonRHODES, Guy, NG1981, HoumaRICHARDSON, Marcus, WR2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, New

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OrleansRIDEAUX, Sam2003, CarencroRIGBY, Tom, WR1977, Pascagoula, Miss.RILEY, Joseph, OL2000, Liberty, Miss.RIVERA, Todd, LB1998-2001, HoumaROBERT, Jean, LB1982-84, New OrleansROBERTS, Edwin, TE1976, Pensacola, Fla.ROBERTSON, Joseph, DB1997, New OrleansROBERTSON, Trae, DE2004-2005, Tylertown, Miss.ROBERTSON, Virgil, LB1986-89, RacelandROBICHAUX, Michael, SS1985-86, RacelandROBIN, Phillip, DL2000-2003, MerauxROBINS, Joseph, RB2004, Baton RougeROBINSON, Antonio, WR2008-09, Miami, Fla.ROBINSON, Clarence, DB1984-87, Morgan CityROBINSON, Cardell, SE1979-80, HarveyROBINSON, David Craig, RB1990-91, RacelandROBINSON, Kovoska, DB1998-99, San Diego, Calif.RODRIGUE, Mark, C1978, Fort Walton, Fla.RODRIGUE, Mitch, OG1984-86, ThibodauxRODRIGUE, Perry, LB1988-90, 1992, GonzalesROGERS, David, DB1998-99, San Francisco, Calif.ROGERS, Earl, LB1976-79, BogalousaROGERS, Glyn, OG1976-77, OpelousasROGERS, Lee, DB1998-2001, GretnaROGERS, Lonnie, QB1971, OpelousasROGERS, Reggie, RB1993-96, KennerROHNER, Kip, WR1993-96, GreensburgROMERO, Alex, K2005-07, Des AllemandsROMERO, Brennan, DB2002, 2005, PlaquemineROMERO, Richard, LB1985-88, HoumaROTH, Fred, OT/OG1976-78, KennerROTH, Jay, TE1982-85, MetairieROUNDTREE, Jayce, PK1994, LaPlace, La.ROUSSEL, Bart, OL2009, GramercyROUSSEL, Mark, TE1982, DestrehanROWLEY, Trevis, DB1986-88, Baton RougeRUDOLPH, Allen, OL1991-93, Hurley, Miss.

RUFFIN, Aaron, RB1987-90, HammondRUSHING, Mike, C1973, BogalousaRUSSELL, Marquis, DL2009, Miami, Fla.RUSSELL, Keith, C1982, MetairieRUSSELL, Kevin, OT1982, Metairie

SSt. PIERRE, David, LB1981, MarreroSALTER, Kendrex, RB2008-09, Orange, TexasSANCHEZ, Jerry, DT-OT1971-73, ThibodauxSANDERS, John, PK1983-85, Baton RougeSANDIFER, Brett, RB2004, Baton RougeSAUL, Anthony, LB1994-96, VacherieSERAGUSA, Joe, RB1971-72, IndependenceSCHEXNAYDER, Ross, K2005, 2008-09, Houma, La.SCHILLING, Mike, RB1976, Jackson SCHULE, Fred, LB1994 ChalmetteSCOTT, Carl, RB1981, HahnvilleSCOTT, Ellery, T/JB1983-85, ThibodauxSCOTT, George, OG1981-84, FranklinSCOTT, Milton, LB1975-76, Baton RougeSELLERS, Bernard, RB1987-90, Picayune, Miss.SENEGAL, Kirby, DE1976, 78 SunsetSHELTON, Skip, P-PK1989-92, Pensacola, Fla.SHOCKLEY, Bruce, LB1972-73, LorangerSIGLER, Jarvis, DL2007, Mobile, Ala.SILLS, Dewayne, NG1975-78, Port AllenSILLS, Steve, DE1978, Pasadena, TexasSIMON, Conrad, LB1981, PaulinaSIMMONS, Jamal, DB2006, 2007, 2008, New OrleansSIMPSON, Kevin, OG1975-76, Port AllenSMALL, Darnell, LB1993-95, New OrleansSMITH, Aaron, DB1998-99, St. RoseSMITH, Brad, QB1997-2000, RacelandSMITH, Clifford, FB1986-88, Baton RougeSMITH, Clifton, DB1987-90, Houston, Tex.SMITH, David, LB1986-89, IndependenceSMITH, Dedric, LB

2004, 2005, NatchitochesSMITH, Eric, LB1989-90, New OrleansSMITH, Jeremy, OL2000-2001, Decatur, Miss.SMITH, Kendall, DB1992 GaryvilleSMITH, Kyle, OL1999-2001, New OrleansSMITH, Mark, DT1977-78, Jackson, Miss.SMITH, Oscar, RB1981, 83, 85, Tampa, Fla.SMITH, Roy, OT1978-79, FolsomSMITH, Windell, LB1982, New OrleansSMOOT, Kevin, RB1984-86, New OrleansSOIGNET, Joe, DB1983-85, ThibodauxSOIGNET, John, CB1985, ThibodauxSON, Josh, QB2000-2003, Baton RougeSONGE, Patrick, DT1983, BourgSORRELL, Quincy, LB1994-96, New OrleansSOULIE, Bryan, DB1989, LulingSPAIN, Garrick, LB2006-09, Franklin, La.SPARKS, Anthony, LB/TE2009, New OrleansSPEARS, Corey, DL2001, 2002, BakerSPEARS, Terrence, FB1995-97, New OrleansSPENCER, Tim, LB1993, HoumaSQUIRES, Warren, LB1981STACKHOUSE, Troy, RB2001, New OrleansSTALLWORTH, Michael, DB1988, Moss Point, Miss.STANT, Mike, OL1986-89, New OrleansSTEIB, Stephen, DE1992-93, VacherieSTEINER, Doug, DT1980, New OrleansSTEWART, Anri, LB2008-09, PlaquemineSTEWART, Brent, LB1987-90, HoumaSTEWART, Naton, LB2005, Vero Beach, Fla.STOGNER, Cody, OL2004-2005, Picayune, Miss.STONE, Jordan, DL2006-07, Chicago, IllinoisSTROPOLO, Brian, WR1982-84, 86, MetairieSTROPOLO, Steve, RB1973-76, New OrleansSZUBINSKI, Thomas, OG1984-86, Grand IsleSYKES, Dominique, DB2006, Franklin

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TATE, David, LB2003, Jackson, Miss.TATE, Donovan, WR2009, Hattiesburg, Miss.TAYLOR, Burnell, DL1999-2002, New OrleansTAYLOR, Josh, WR2004, LaPlaceTAYLOR, Patrick, OT1988-91, WestwegoTAYLOR, Tim, DE1976, Fort Walton Beach, Fla.TEMPLET, Bobby, DB1971-74, MetairieTEMPLET, Carl, DB1974-76, MetairieTENDER, Ricardo, DL2001, Panama City, Fla.TERRELL, Jonathan, QB/WR1993-95, SlidellTERRIO, Peter, DB1971-72, ReserveTHERIOT, Greg, OL2003, 2004, Baton RougeTHIBODAUX, Darryl, DB1982-83, RayneTHIBODAUX, David, DB1982, RayneTHIBODAUX, Blaine, P1983-84, NapoleanvilleTHIBODAUX, Ryan, LS1999-2002, NapoleonvilleTHIBODAUX, Walter, LB1986-89, RayneTHIGPEN, Sedgwyn, QB2002, 2003, Baton RougeTHOMAS, Brian, RB2000-2003, Baton RougeTHOMAS, Corey, QB1993-96, Point Clear, Ala.THOMAS, Dee, DB1986-89, Morgan CityTHOMAS, Mark, FB1991-93, HoumaTHOMAS, Raymond, DT-NG1979-81, LabadievilleTHOMAS, Russell, LB1989-91, LutcherTHOMAS, Stephon, LB1982-84, EdgardTHOMAS, Torrian, LB2000-2003, EdgardTHOMPSON, Antoine, DB1981-82, SlidellTHOMPSON, Chris, DB2000-2003, New OrleansTHOMPSON, Daun, DL2007, 2008, Hallsville, TexasTHOMPSON, Delos, DE1976-79, CovingtonTHOMPSON, Jeremy, P1999-2001, PonchatoulaTHOMPSON, Ronnie, DL1995, Bayou LaBatre, Ala.THORNE, Grant, RB2006-07, San Pedro, CaliforniaTHORNTON, Chris, QB1987-89, Laurel, Miss.TIZZARD, Kyle, K/H2008-09, DestrehanTOBIAS, Joseph, RB

2005, 2007, TangipahoaTOLLIVER, Arthur, DT1978-81, New OrleansTOPEY, Terry, DB1977-79, ChalmetteTORRES, Mike, RB1971-74, New OrleansTRAHAN, Joey, DE-LB1973, PattersonTRAHAN, Leroy, DB2009, Rialto, Calif.TRANCHINA, Rhett, PK1982-83, Baton RougeTREPAGNIER, Basil, DB1977-80, AvondaleTRICHE, Troy, DB1992, AmaTROSCLAIR, Drey, WR2008, ThibodauxTROSCLAIR, Joe, OL2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, ReserveTUGGLE, Anthony, CB1982-84, BakerTURNER, Chris, DB2004-2005, Birmingham, Ala.TURNER, Jesse, RB2009, HoumaTURNER, Kurt, LB1982-85, Greenwill SpringsTURNER, Ricky, DE1980, New OrleansTURNER, Sullivan, RB1998-2000, Metairie

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vVALCIN, Barry, DB1979-82, Port Arthur, TexasVALETINE, Leonard, QB1989-90, MarreroVANNOY, Yale, QB2002-2005, Kingsville, TexasVAVALA, Brady, DL2005, 2006, San Antonio, TexasVAVALA, Cory, LB2004, 2005, 2006, San Antonio, TexasVERZWYVELT, Brent, WR1982-86, SlidellVIAL, Wyatt, RB2001, HammondVICE, Eric, LB1996, HoumaVICE, Mark, LB1990-93, HoumaVILLA, Daniel, DL1998-99, LaPlaceVILLAVASO, Brad, LB1985-88, PrairievilleVITAL, Lionel, RB1981-84, LoreauvilleVOLLENWIEDER, Tommy, QB1982, Baton Rouge

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Gary kinchen

1972-73

Gary Kinchen was faced with building a football program when he was named Nicholls State’s first head coach in 1971. In the school’s first two intercollegiate seasons, his teams posted a 5-17 record.

Under Kinchen, the Colonels won the first two games ever played in Guidry Stadium, then known simply as Colonel Stadium. NSU defeated Ouachita Bapist 12-7 in its home opener then a week later defeated Slippery Rock 18-14.

Nicholls finished its first season with a 3-8 record then went 2-9 the following year.

Kinchen assumed the head coaching duties after two years at Rice (1969-70) where he coached both the offensive and defensive lines.

His coaching career began at Glen Oaks High School in Baton Rouge after letting three years as an offensive lineman at Louisiana State (1961-63).

After two seasons as an assistant coach on the Glen Oaks staff, Kinchen was named the head coach. His coaching career also included stops at Southwestern Louisiana (1966) and Tulane (1967-68).

1972

record: 3-8DATe TeAM NSu OPP9-9 * at Jacksonville State 0 319-16 OUACHITA BAPTIST 12 79-23 SLIPPERY ROCK 18 149-30 * at Southeastern Louisiana 9 3110-7 LOUISIANA-MONROE 7 2710-14 * MISSISSIPPI COLLEGE 13 4210-21 McNEESE STATE 7 2410-28 * at Tennessee Martin 18 1511-4 * LIVINGSTON 0 2611-11 at Lamar 15 2211-18 * at Delta State 0 42* Gulf State Conference Games (1-5)

1973

record: 2-9DATe TeAM NSu OPP9-8 * TENNESSEE-MARTIN 7 09-15 * JACKSONVILLE STATE 10 289-22 * at Troy State 7 429-29 * at Southeastern Louisiana 0 1010-6 * NORTHWESTERN STATE 3 010-13 * at Mississippi College 7 2110-20 at McNeese State 7 2810-27 * FLORENCE STATE 11 2711-3 * at Livingston 16 2911-10 at Louisiana-Monroe 0 3711-17 * DELTA STATE 22 27*Gulf State Conference Games (2-7)

Bill Clements

1974-80

Bill Clements has the distinction of being the first football coach Nicholls State hired in 1971.

Clements was the Colonels’ defensive coordinator for three seasons, including the school’s final year it fielded

a club team in 1971. He was named Nicholls State’s head coach when Gary Kinchen resigned in 1974.

Under Clements, the Colonels won their first conference championship, capturing the 1975 Gulf South Conference title. That squad posted an 8-2 overall record and was 7-2 in the GSC.

In seven seasons, Clements’ teams posted a 36-38-1 record. His 1979 squad went 8-3.

Prior to being a catalyst in building Nicholls State’s program, Clements was the defensive coordinator for nine years at Holy Cross High School in New Orleans (1962-70). During his tenure at Holy Cross, the Warriors won a state championship, were the state runners-up twice and captured five district titles.

He also coached a year at his alma mater Tulane for a year after graduating in 1960. Clements was an offensive and defensive lineman at Tulane and was named the Green Wave’s team captain in 1959.

1974

record: 5-6DATe TeAM NSu OPP9-14 * at Tennessee-Martin 16 149-21 * at Jacksonville State 0 299-28 * TROY STATE 0 2610-5 BAPTIST CHRISTIAN 67 010-12 * at Northwestern State 7 010-19 * MISSISSIPPI COLLEGE 21 1210-26 * LIVINGSTON 19 3311-2 McNEESE STATE 20 2611-9 * at North Alabama 8 1711-16 * SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA 10 011-23 * at Delta State 14 19* Gulf South Conference Games (4-5)

1975

record: 8-2Gulf south conference championsDATe TeAM NSu OPP9-13 * TENNESSEE-MARTIN 23 09-20 * JACKSONVILLE STATE 18 69-27 * at Troy State 17 1310-4 at Southeast Missouri State 18 1710-11 * NORTHWESTERN STATE 23 1010-25 * at Mississippi College 7 1911-1 * at Livingston 7 1311-8 * NORTH ALABAMA 28 2711-15 * vs. Southeastern Louisiana 14 611-22 * DELTA STATE 24 21* Gulf South Conference Games (7-2)

1976

record: 4-6-1DATe TeAM NSu OPP9-11 * MISSISSIPPI COLLEGE 17 79-18 * at Jacksonville State 7 349-25 * TROY STATE 9 1410-2 CAMERON UNIVERSITY 14 010-9 * at Northwestern State 8 2010-16 * at Tennessee-Martin 3 010-23 AUSTIN PEAY 7 010-30 * LIVINGSTON 14 2011-6 * at North Alabama 7 3711-13 * vs. Southeastern Louisiana 7 1711-20 * at Delta State 7 7* Gulf South Conference Games (2-6-1)

1977

record: 4-7DATe TeAM NSu OPP

9-10 * at Mississippi College 6 09-17 * JACKSONVILLE STATE 7 109-24 * at Troy State 6 2310-1 at Cameron University 0 1310-8 * NORTHWESTERN STATE 10 610-15 * TENNESSEE-MARTIN 0 3410-22 at Austin Peay 15 1310-29 at McNeese State 24 711-5 at Louisiana-Monroe 2 1911-12 * SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA 14 1711-19 * DELTA STATE 0 14

1978

record: 5-6DATe TeAM NSu OPP9-2 TENNESSEE TECH 20 109-9 LOUISIANA-MONROE 0 39-16 * at Jacksonville State 19 179-23 * TROY STATE 6 1610-7 at McNeese State 10 3510-14 at Cameron University 17 2210-21 * MISSISSIPPI COLLEGE 10 710-28 at Northwestern State 18 2811-4 * at Tennesse-Martin 7 311-11 * vs. Southeastern Louisiana 0 1011-18 * at Delta State 17 14* Gulf South Conference Games (4-2)

1979

record: 8-3DATe TeAM NSu OPP9-1 ARKANSAS-MONTICELLO 37 79-8 at Livingston 21 149-15 SAM HOUSTON STATE 29 109-22 at Troy State 15 359-29 at Tennessee Tech 13 1010-6 at Louisiana-Monroe 23 1610-20 MISSISSIPPI COLLEGE 14 2810-27 NORTHWESTERN STATE 27 2411-3 TENNESSEE-MARTIN 15 711-10 at Southeastern Louisiana 0 3811-17 EVANGEL COLLEGE 40 17

1980

record: 2-9DATe TeAM NSu OPP9-6 at Illinois State 13 289-13 LIVINGSTON 20 29-20 at McNeese State 0 219-27 TROY STATE 15 2510-4 SOUTHWEST TEXAS STATE 24 2110-11 at Southern 0 4810-18 at Austin Peay 16 3510-25 TENNESSEE STATE 15 4011-1 LOUISIANA-MONROE 28 2911-8 at Northwestern State 14 2111-15 SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA 20 21

Sonny Jackson

1981-86

Under Sonny Jackson, Nicholls State made its first appearance in the Division I-AA Championships.

In his final season as head coach in 1986, the Colonels posted a 9-2 regular-season record to earn at at-large bid to

the championship.The Colonels defeated Appalachian State 28-26 in the first

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round before suffering a 55-31 loss to eventual champion Georgia Southern in the quarterfinals.

Nicholls State also won the 1984 Gulf Star Conference championship under Jackson.

In seven seasons, Jackson’s career record was 39-28-1 at Nicholls State.

Jackson received his bachelor’s degree from Nicholls State in 1963 and began his coaching career at Chauvin High School as an assistant. He was the head coach at Chauvin for nine years and was also the head coach at Central High School in Baton Rouge before joining the Northeast Louisiana staff as an assistant in 1979.

Jackson coached two years at NLU before being named the Colonels’ head coach.

1981

record: 5-5-1DATe TeAM NSu OPP9-12 DELTA STATE 34 109-19 McNEESE STATE 9 599-26 at Troy State 23 2610-3 U.S. MERCHANT MARINE 45 310-10 SOUTHERN 56 1410-17 TEXAS SOUTHERN 31 2710-24 at Tennessee State 11 4910-31 at Louisiana-Monroe 18 5511-7 NORTHWESTERN STATE 17 3111-14 at Southeastern Louisiana 29 1711-21 SOUTHWEST MISSOURI 20 20

1982

record: 7-4DATe TeAM NSu OPP9-4 at Texas Southern 14 69-11 LOUISIANA-MONROE 14 399-18 at Southwest Texas State 7 149-25 TROY STATE 10 310-2 at Jackson State 21 1710-9 at Southern 26 1410-23 CENTRAL FLORIDA 60 1010-30 at Southwest Missouri 30 1911-6 at Northwestern State 6 3811-13 GRAMBLING 15 3311-20 SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA 20 14

1983

record: 5-6DATe TeAM NSu OPP9-3 LAMAR 21 149-10 at Troy State 25 339-24 at McNeese State 30 2710-1 JACKSON STATE 20 2710-8 SOUTHERN 20 2110-15 at Louisiana-Monroe 27 4710-22 ILLINOIS STATE 29 3410-29 SOUTHWEST MISSOURI 33 711-5 NORTHWESTERN STATE 21 2411-12 at Central Florida 37 1411-19 at Southeastern Louisiana 6 0

1984

record: 6-5Gulf star conference championsDATe TeAM NSu OPP9-1 LOUISIANA-MONROE 6 139-8 at Troy State 7 269-15 McNEESE STATE 21 249-22 AUSTIN PEAY 31 6

9-27 * SAM HOUSTON STATE 24 610-6 SOUTHERN 43 2610-11 * at Northwestern State 0 1910-20 * at Stephen F. Austin 25 2111-3 at Lamar 16 2011-10 * at Southwest Texas State 30 1411-17 * SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA 36 7*Gulf Star Conference Games (4-1)

1985

record: 6-5DATe TeAM NSu OPP9-14 TROY STATE 40 229-21 at McNeese State 37 159-28 at Louisiana-Monroe 15 1710-5 BISHOP COLLEGE 39 1210-12 at Southern 22 2510-19 * STEPHEN F. AUSTIN 10 2010-26 * SOUTHWEST TEXAS STATE 20 1211-2 * at Sam Houston State 14 2811-9 * NORTHWESTERN STATE 14 2011-16 SOUTHWEST MISSOURI 31 2811-23 * at Southeastern Louisiana 21 17* Gulf Star Conference Games (2-3)

1986

record: 10-3DATe TeAM NSu OPP9-6 at Youngstown State 34 179-13 at Troy State 26 259-20 McNEESE STATE 34 109-27 LOUISIANA-MONROE 17 1310-4 at Southwest Missouri 31 010-11 SOUTHERN 17 1010-18 * at Stephen F. Austin 14 1010-25 * at Southwest Texas State 35 2111-1 * SAM HOUSTON STATE 38 4111-8 * at Northwestern State 13 2811-22 WEBER STATE 34 3011-29 # at Appalachian State 28 2612-6 # at Georgia Southern 31 55* Gulf Star Conference Games (2-2)# Denotes NCAA Division 1-AA Playoffs

Phil Greco

1987-92

Under the leadership of football coach and athletic director Phil Greco, Nicholls State was extended an invitation to join the Southland Conference in 1990.

The Colonels began playing in the league in 1991 and won its first conference game,

a 15-10 victory over defending champion Northeast Louisiana.In six seasons, Greco’s record at Nicholls State was 27-37-2.During Greco’s tenure, Nicholls played Division I-A opponents

for the first time. NSU’s road schedule during the late 1980s included games at Akron, Louisiana Tech and a 24-21 loss at Southwestern Louisiana in 1989.

Greco came to Nicholls State from Tulane where he was an assistant at his alma mater for two years. He coached the Green Wave running backs in 1985 and in 1986, he handled offensive tackles and tight ends.

He also coached three years at Northeast Louisiana (1981-83) and a year at Southern Mississippi (1984).

After graduating from Tulane in 1970, Greco was an assistant and head coach at F.T. Nicholls High School in New Orleans, an assistant at DeLaSalle and Archbishop Shaw and the head coach at East St. John from 1978-80. His 1980 team won the state championship with a 14-0 record.

1987

record: 5-5-1DATe TeAM NSu OPP9-5 ST. CLOUD STATE 17 39-12 TROY STATE 17 179-19 at Southwest Missouri 21 99-26 at Louisiana-Monroe 14 2610-3 ALCORN STATE 14 310-10 at Southern 27 2110-17 STEPHEN F. AUSTIN 21 2410-24 SOUTHWEST TEXAS STATE 16 3110-31 at Akron 17 2311-7 NORTHWESTERN STATE 28 3111-14 at McNeese State 29 7

1988

record: 7-4DATe TeAM NSu OPP9-3 LOUISIANA-MONROE 6 229-10 at Samford 43 179-17 at Weber State 28 239-24 at Louisiana Tech 10 3110-1 McNEESE STATE 23 1910-8 SOUTHERN 24 010-15 at Northwestern State 12 2710-29 at Southwest Texas State 13 1011-5 at Stephen F. Austin 7 3011-12 NORTHERN ARIZONA 23 511-19 TEXAS SOUTHERN 26 13

1989

record: 5-6DATe TeAM NSu OPP9-9 at Louisiana-Monroe 13 199-16 DELTA STATE 14 159-23 at Stephen F. Austin 7 249-30 at McNeese State 14 2810-7 at Sam Houston State 28 1410-14 GEORGIA SOUTHERN 13 2110-21 SOUTHWEST TEXAS STATE 22 2110-28 at Southern 28 3111-4 NORTHWESTERN STATE 21 1511-11 SAMFORD 23 1711-18 ILLINOIS STATE 32 28

1990

record: 5-6DATe TeAM NSu OPP9-1 McNEESE STATE 31 249-8 at Louisiana-Lafayette 21 249-15 at Northwestern State 19 79-22 * STEPEHEN F. AUSTIN 23 419-29 at Southwest Texas 30 3310-6 SAM HOUSTON STATE 28 1610-20 LOUISIANA-MONROE 20 2710-27 at Northern Arizona 34 4111-3 MISSISSIPPI COLLEGE 20 3111-10 at Troy State 23 3111-17 SOUTHERN 23 19*Win forfeited to Nicholls State

1991

record: 4-7DATe TeAM NSu OPP8-31 TEXAS A&I 3 79-7 * at Louisiana-Monroe 15 109-21 at Troy State 25 179-28 * SOUTHWEST TEXAS STATE 10 19

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10-5 * at McNeese State 3 2110-12 * at Sam Houston State 19 2810-26 * STEPHEN F. AUSTIN 26 011-2 at Southern 21 711-9 * NORTH TEXAS 19 2411-16 * NORTHWESTERN STATE 10 1611-23 at Georgia Southern 6 40*Southland Conference Games (2-5)

1992

record: 1-9-1DATe TeAM NSu OPP9-5 * LOUISIANA-MONROE 10 389-12 at Texas A&I 12 509-26 * McNEESE STATE 17 2110-3 * at Southwest Texas State 13 3810-10 * SAM HOUSTON STATE 19 1910-17 at Central Florida 18 4210-24 * at Stephen F. Austin 6 2110-31 SOUTHERN 27 2411-7 * at North Texas 3 3111-14 * at Northwestern State 6 4411-21 TROY STATE 0 21* Southland Conference Games (0-6-1)

Rick Rhoades

1993-94

Rick Rhoades brought to Nicholls State a winning track record and the unique “Stack-I” offense.

The Colonels went 1-9-1 the year prior to Rhoades’ arrival before going 3-8 his first year. NSU was 5-6 in

Rhoades’ only other season at Nicholls State in 1994.Nicholls State’s “Stack-I” offense accounted for 11 school

records the first season and the Colonels were ranked ninth in the nation in rushing the second year using the system.

Rhoades’ coaching career included three seasons as head coach at Troy State (1985-87). The Trojans won the 1987 NCAA Division II national championship. He was also a member of Troy State’s 1984 national championship team serving as defensive coordinator (1983-84).

Rhoades went on to be head coach at Southern Illinois (1988). He was an assistant coach under Bill Curry at both Alabama (1989) and Kentucky (1990-92).

Rhoades graduated from Central Missouri State in 1970 and his coaching career began at Mountain Brook High School in Birmingham, Ala., which captured the 1976 state championship. He was the offensive coordinator at North Alabama (1981-82) before joining the Troy State staff.

1993

record: 3-8DATe TeAM NSu OPP9-11 at Livingston 42 519-18 TROY STATE 17 249-25 * NORTHEAST LOUISINA 30 5110-2 SAMFORD 6 2110-9 * Northwestern State 21 3510-16 * at Stephen F. Austin 21 35

10-23 * SOUTHWEST TEXAS 63 3710-30 at Southern 28 1411-6 * SAM HOUSTON STATE 20 1911-13 * at North Texas 21 6311-20 * at McNeese State 0 27* Southland Conference Games (2-5)

1994

record: 5-6DATe TeAM NSu OPP9-3 at Connecticut 16 79-10 LIVINGSTON 77 79-17 * NORTHWESTERN STATE 3 3510-1 at Samford 24 610-8 at Troy State 14 3510-15 * STEPHEN F. AUSTIN 10 2410-22 * at Southwest Texas 26 2710-29 SOUTHERN 20 1411-5 * at Sam Houston State 24 011-12 * NORTH TEXAS 17 3111-19 * at McNeese State 24 41* Southland Conference Games (1-5)

Darren Barbier

1995-1998

The first NCAA playoff appearance for the school in 10 years highlighted the Darren Barbier era as his 1996 team completed one of the better turnarounds in I-AA football history. That team finished 8-4 and Barbier was

rewarded with several coaching awards including Southland Football League, Louisiana Sports Writers Association, Schutt Sports/American Football Quarterly I-AA and the 10th Annual Eddie Robinson Coach of the Year awards.

Barbier, 1982 graduate of NSU and former second base-man for the Colonels, led the school for four years compiling a 17-28 overall mark.

Prior to Nicholls State, Barbier was the head coach at Hahnville High School for six seasons compiling a 64-12 mark (.842). His last season in 1994, Barbier led the Tigers to a 15-0 record and his second 5A state championships. Under his tutelage, the school also notched four straight district titles.

1995

record: 0-11DATe TeAM NSu OPP9-2 at Hofstra 10 349-9 at Louisiana-Monroe 21 349-16 TROY STATE 3 179-23 at Southern Illinois 20 489-30 SAMFORD 20 3610-7 * at Northwestern State 14 3410-14 * at Stephen F. Austin 3 5610-21 * SOUTHWEST TEXAS 25 3510-28 at Southern 3 4111-4 * SAM HOUSTON STATE 17 2411-18 * McNEESE STATE 6 31* Southland Conference Games (0-5)

1996

record: 8-4DATe TeAM NSu OPP8-29 at Louisiana-Monroe 12 149-14 JACKSONVILLE STATE 21 89-21 * at Troy State 7 3710-5 at Samford 10 310-12 * NORTHWESTERN STATE 19 1710-19 * STEPHEN F. AUSTIN 11 2710-26 * at Southwest Texas 46 36 11-2 SOUTHERN 14 011-9 * SAM HOUSTON STATE 20 1011-16 HARDING 29 1911-23 * at McNeese State 17 1611-30 # at Montana 3 48

* Southland Football League Games (4-2)# Denotes NCAA Division 1-AA Playoffs

1997

record: 5-6DATe TeAM NSu OPP8-30 at Louisiana-Monroe 0 289-6 SOUTHERN ILLINOIS 33 09-20 * TROY STATE 22 209-27 * at Northwestern State 0 1910-4 SAMFORD 17 1410-11 * SOUTHWEST TEXAS 29 2810-18 * at Sam Houston State 17 2410-25 * at Jacksonville State 16 1411-1 at Southern 14 2111-15 * at Stephen F. Austin 7 3911-22 * McNEESE STATE 13 31*Southland Football League Games (3-4)

1998

record: 4-7DATe TeAM NSu OPP9-5 at Louisiana-Monroe 10 449-12 MISSISSIPPI VALLEY STATE% 41 269-26 * JACKSONVILLE STATE 20 2110-3 at Samford 16 1710-8 * SAM HOUSTON STATE! 36 3310-24 * NORTHWESTERN STATE 26 2810-31 at Louisiana Tech 28 5611-7 * at Troy State 10 3111-14 * STEPHEN F. AUSTIN 14 711-21 * at McNeese State 31 3011-28 * at Southwest Texas# 27 28%Tad Gormley Stadium, New Orleans, La. (Gormley Gridiron Classic)! Televised on Fox Southwest# Game was originally scheduled for 10/17, but game replayed due to rain*Southland Football League Games (3-4)

Daryl Daye

1999-2003

Under the direction of Daryl Daye, the Colonels opened a new demension of Nicholls football with the triple option. Daye struggled through the first three seasons by only winning six games. However, in his fourth season

the Colonels finished 7-4, the fifth best in school history, broke several records and finished ranked No. 1 in Division I-AA in rushing in the process.

During his five-year tenure as head coach, Daye compiled a 17-38 overall mark and an 8-24 overall Southland Confer-ence record.

Daye’s coaching career included three years as a student assistant and a graduate assistant at LSU (1986-88), two seasons as a graduate assistant at Southern Mississippi (1989-90) and eight seasons at Liberty (1991-98), where he was co-defensive coordinator for the final three seasons.

1999

record: 1-10DATe TeAM NSu OPP9-4 at Louisiana-Monroe 10 279-18 WESTERN ILLINOIS% 13 149-25 * JACKSONVILLE STATE! 45 4210-2 * at Northwestern State 17 4210-9 * SOUTHWEST TEXAS 0 16

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10-16 at Central Florida 0 2810-23 * at Stephen F. Austin 7 3810-30 * TROY STATE 0 2011-6 * at Sam Houston State 17 6911-13 SAMFORD 24 2811-20 * McNEESE STATE 0 38% Tad Gormley Stadium, New Orleans, La. (Gormley Gridiron Classic)! Televised on Fox Southwest* Southland Conference Games (1-6)

2000

record: 2-9DATe TeAM NSu OPP8-31 CENTRAL ARKANSAS 52 449-9 * JACKSONVILLE STATE 3 109-16 at Louisiana-Monroe 21 279-23 at Western Illinois 3 449-30 at Samford 10 2810-7 * at Southwest Texas 0 2510-14 * NORTHWESTERN STATE 21 27&10-21 * STEPHEN F. AUSTIN 20 2710-28 * at Troy State 12 4111-4 * SAM HOUSTON STATE 21 2711-18 * at McNeese State 7 12&—Nicholls State awarded forfeit victory after Northwestern State used an ineligible player*Southland Conference Games (0-7)

2001

record 3-8DATe OPPONeNT NSu OPP9-1 at Louisiana-Lafayette 0 209-8 * at Jacksonville State 15 349-22 at Troy State 0 269-29 SAMFORD 20 1610-13 * SAM HOUSTON STATE 32 3510-20 * at Northwestern State 14 4710-27 * SOUTHWEST TEXAS 33 1411-3 * at Stephen F. Austin 21 2311-10 GRAMBLING STATE! 27 3811-17 * McNeese State 27 3411-22 at Arkansas State^ 28 22*-Southland Conference games (1-6)! Televised live on Fox Sports Net^—Rescheduled from Sept. 15.

2002

record:7-4DATe OPPONeNT NSu OPP8-29 WEST VIRGINIA TECH 63 69-7 at North Texas 0 239-14 at Samford 45 179-21 *JACKSONVILLE STATE 14 69-28 at Southern 21 1310-5 FLORIDA ATLANTIC 33 2210-12 *STEPHEN F. AUSTIN 14 1710-19 *at Southwest Texas 24 2110-24 *NORTHWESTERN STATE! 14 2111-9 *at Sam Houston State 34 1611-23 *at McNeese State! 21 33*-Southland Conference games (3-3)! Televised live on Fox Sports Net

2003

record:5-6DATe OPPONeNT NSu OPP8-28 Bethel College 70 0&9-6 at South Florida 17 27

9-13 at Portland State 37 449-20 at Texas A&M-Kingsville 26 279-27 Texas Southern 64 5&10-11 at Florida Atlantic 23 3110-25 *at Northwestern State^ 40 30&11-1 *Sam Houston State 37 12&11-6 *Texas State! 31 13&11-15 *at Stephen F. Austin 16 2811-22 *McNeese State% 28 63& - Bethel College, Texas Southern, Northwestern State, Sam Houston State and Texas State awarded forfeit victory after Nicholls State used an ineligible player.*-Southland Conference games (3-2)^-Televised on Cox Sports! Televised live on Fox Sports Net% Televised on College Sports Network

Jay Thomas

2004-2009

Under the tutelage of Jay Thomas, the Colonels won their first-ever Southland Conference Championship in 2005 and went on to represent the conference in the Division I-FCS playoffs.

Thomas finished his career at Nicholls with a 24-27 overall record that included a 17-20 mark in Southland Conference play. Thomas also guided Nicholls to a win over Division I-FBS Rice in 2008, marking the schools second victory over an opponent on the FBS level.

Also in 2008, Nicholls rose to it’s highest national ranking, No. 13, in school history, before finishing the season just outside the Sports Network’s Top 25 Poll.

2004

record: 5-5DATe OPPONeNT NSu OPP9-2 Eastern Washington 37 149-11 at Western Carolina 7 289-25 at Texas Southern 21 610-2 North Dakota State 14 2410-9 at Florida A&M 42 2510-16 *at Sam Houston State 10 3810-21 *Northwestern State! 40 1411-6 *Stephen F. Austin 41 2311-13 *Texas State 12 3511-20 *at McNeese State% 9 30*-Southland Conference games (2-3)!-Televised live on Fox Sports Net% Televised on Cox Sports

2005

record: 6-4DATe OPPONeNT NICh OPP9-10 Indiana 31 359-17 Cheyney University 54 010-1 at No.11 North Dakota State 13 2610-8 *at Stephen F. Austin & 21 2710-15 *Sam Houston State 37 1710-29 *No. 5 Texas State & 32 2911-5 *at Northwestern State! 31 2411-12 *at Southeastern La. 38 2811-19 *McNeese State 39 2611-26 #at Furman 12 14*-Southland Conference games (5-1)&-Overtime Games#- Denotes NCAA Division I-AA Playoffs

2006

Record: 4-7DATe OPPONeNT NICh OPP8-31 Southern Arkansas 35 09-1 at Nebraska 7 569-16 at Louisiana Tech 21 319-23 South Dakota State 17 2410-7 Southeastern La.* 14 1010-14 at Sam Houston State* 7 3710-21 Northwestern State* 0 910-28 Assumption College% 44 011-4 at Texas State*! 21 1911-11 Stephen F. Austin* 13 1611-18 at McNeese State*! 10 26*-Southland Conference games (2-4)!-Television games

2007

Record: 6-5DATe OPPONeNT NICh OPP9-1 at Rice 16 139-8 SOUTHERN ARKANSAS 31 139-15 at Nevada-Reno 17 529-22 AZUSA PACIFIC 30 2810-6 NORTHWESTERN STATE*! 58 010-13 at Stephen F. Austin* 17 1610-20 McNEESE STATE* 7 2810-27 at Central Arkansas 42 4911-3 at Sam Houston State* 13 1611-10 TEXAS STATE* 28 5211-18 at Southeastern La.*! 13 17*-Southland Conference games (3-4)!-Television games

2008

Record: 3-6DATE OPPONENT NICH OPP9-20 at Memphis 10 3110-2 at No.10 UNI! 14 3410-11 at Northwestern State* 28 3610-18 STEPHEN F. AUSTIN!* 39 5010-25 at No.12 McNeese State* 38 3511-1 No.11 CENTRAL ARKANSAS!* 20 1711-8 SAM HOUSTON STATE!* 37 4711-15 at Texas State* 10 3411-22 SOUTHEASTERN La.!* 35 28*-Southland Conference games (3-4)!-Television games

2009Record: 3-8DATE OPPONENT NICH OPP9-5 at U.S. Air Force Academy 0 729-12 DUQUESNE! 14 79-19 at Louisiana Tech 13 489-26 JACKSONVILLE STATE! 10 6010-10 at Sam Houston State* 21 4410-17 TEXAS STATE*! 28 3410-24 at Central Arkansas* 13 4210-31 McNEESE STATE*! 17 3811-7 at Stephen F. Austin* 27 3111-14 NORTHWESTERN STATE*! 28 2111-19 at Southeastern La.*! 45 30*-Southland Conference games (2-5)!-Television games

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Nicholls State 28, Appalachian State 26

nov. 29, 1986 • Boone, n.c.

Nicholls State survived a fourth-quarter rally to defeat Appalachian State 28-26 and advance to the quarterfinals of the 1986 NCAA Division I-AA Championship.

Mountaineer place kicker Bjorn Nittmo missed a 42-yard field goal with 13 seconds remaining as the Colonels held on for the win.

NSU led 28-19 with 3:24 remaining when Jimbo Windham kicked a 40-yard field goal. The Colonels had driven from their own 25 to the Appalachian State 23 before settling for three points.

The Mountaineers got right back into the hunt on their next possession when Todd Payton hooked up with Doug Beaty for a 76-yard pass down to the Colonel four. Two plays later, John Settle scored on a five-yard touchdown run.

Nittmo’s point-after made it 28-26 with 2:13 left to play.An unsuccessful ASU on-side kick led to the Colonels taking

possession at the Mountaineer 43.After a couple runs by Brian Stropolo, Doug Hudson’s third-down

pass was picked off by Mountaineer linebacker Cedric Felton at ASU’s 42.

Appalachian State moved the ball to the Colonel 25 before Nittmo’s kick went wide left. It was the kicker’s second miss of the day.

Nicholls State found a way to win despite giving up 544 yards of total offense. Settle set Division I-AA playoff records with 37 carries for 236 yards, including 151 in the second half.

Kevin Smoot, who lead the Colonels with 21 carries for 57 yards, had a one-yard touchdown run in the third quarter. After a 21-yard run by Hudson, Melvin Lewis broke off the right side for a touchdown run to give NSU a 25-13 lead at the beginning of the fourth period to cap a string of 19 unanswered points for Nicholls.

Nicholls State 0 6 12 10 - 28Appalachian State 3 0 10 13 - 26ASU - Nittmo 25 FGNSU - Hudson 1 run (kick failed)ASU - Nittmo 25 FGASU - Douglas 37 pass from Payton (Nittmo kick)NSU - Carrier 61 pass from Hudson (kick failed)NSU - Smoot 1 run (pass failed)NSU - Lewis 22 run (Bran kick)ASU - Douglas 1 pass from Payton (pass failed)NSU - Windham 40 FGASU - Settle 5 run (Nittmo kick)

NSu ASuFirst Downs 21 23Rushes-Yards 41-164 52-250Passing 271 294Return Yardage 11 7Att-Comp-Int 30-16-1 36-18-1Punts 5-37.2 5-30.4Fumbles-Lost 3-2 1-0Penalties-Yards 6-60 7-50Time of Possession 23:04 36:56

Georgia Southern 55, Nicholls State 31

dec. 6, 1986 • Statesboro, ga.

Quarterback Tracy Ham rambled for 191 yards, including a 55-yard run for the first of three Eagle touchdowns in the first quarter as Georgia Southern defeated Nicholls State 55-31.

The win was the Eagles’ second playoff victory en route to the school’s second straight national championship in 1986.

Nicholls State turned the ball over on their first three possessions of the game and Georgia Southern turned the trio of miscues into 21 points. In addition to Ham’s first-quarter touchdown run on a fourth-and-one play, Gerald Harris had scoring runs of four and one yard.

The Colonels had a total of seven turnovers with five leading to Georgia Southern scores.

In addition to a pair of touchdown runs, Ham completed 11 of 19 passes for 167 yards.

The Colonels stuck with their game plan as Doug Hudson engineered a six-play, 74-yard scoring drive early in the second quarter. Following a 42-yard pass from Hudson to Alfred Dorsey, Brian Stropolo scored on a 10-yard touchdown run.

Hudson completed 18 of 28 passes for 298 yards but also threw three interceptions during the day.

Nicholls State 0 10 7 14 - 31Georgia Southern 21 10 10 14 - 55GS - Ham 55 run (Foley kick)GS - G. Harris 1 run (Foley kick)GS - G. Harris 4 run (Foley kick)GS - Belser 11 pass from Ham (Foley kick)NSU - Stropolo 10 run (Bran kick)GS - Foley 24 FGNSU - Windham 42 FGNSU - Carrier 17 pass from Hudson (Bran kick)GS - Ham 2 run (Foley kick)GS - Foley 21 FGNSU - Hudson 1 run (pass failed)GS - G. Harris 2 run (Foley kick)NSU - Carrier 32 pass from McDonald (Carrier pass from McDonald)GS - R. Harris 22 run (Foley kick)

NSu GSFirst Downs 30 24Rushes-Yards 36-67 52-317Passing 481 167Return Yardage -3 36Att-Comp-Int 51-29-5 19-11-0Punts 0-0 3-39.0Fumbles-Lost 7-2 3-0Penalties-Yards 9-73 14-104Time of Possession 28:21 31:39

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Montana 48, Nicholls State 3

nov. 30, 1996 • Missoula, Mont.

Montana sophomore quarterback Brian Ah Yat passed for 363 yards and three touchdowns as the Grizzlies defeated Nicholls State 48-3 in the first round of the 1996 Division I-AA playoffs.

It was Nicholls State’s first appearance in the I-AA playoffs since 1986. Montana, the defending national champions, took its first step back to advancing back to the national championship game with the win over the Colonels.

The Colonels knew all about the Grizzlies’ high-flying aerial attack but it was the Griz defense which shutdown NSU like a Montana blizzard closes down Interstate 90. Nicholls managed just 129 yards of total offense in the game, 64 rushing and 65 passing.

Nicholls’ lone score was set up by a 33-yard interception return by Ricky Wilson down to the Montana 9. Adam Diel kicked a 42-yard field goal with 14 seconds left in the first quarter to cut the Grizzlies’ lead to 10-3.

Montana scored on consecutive drives in the second quarter to take a 24-3 lead at the half. The Griz had 317 yards of total offense by the end of the first quarter to the Colonels’ 32. Montana finished with 545 yards of total offense, including 447 passing.

Nicholls State 3 0 0 0 - 3Montana 10 14 7 17 - 48MT - Pacheco 27 pass from Ah Yat (Larson kick)MT - Larson 41 FGNSU - Diel 42 FGMT - Branen 12 run (Larson kick)MT - Pacheco 10 pass from Ah Yat (Larson kick)MT - Olsen 25 pass from Ah Yat (Larson kick)MT - Olsen 26 pass from Rowell (Larson kick)MT - Larson 31 FG

NSu MTFirst Downs 8 26Rushes-Yards 37-64 24-98Passing 65 447Return Yardage 36 150Att-Comp-Int 24-9-1 53-33-2Punts 12-35.0 2-33.5Fumbles-Lost 2-1 1-1Penalties-Yards 7-64 8-68Time of Possession 31:06 28:54

Furman 14, Nicholls State 12

nov. 26, 2005 • greenville, S.c.

The Colonels championship season came to an end, as the Furman Paladins used a stingy defense to sneak past Nicholls, 14-12.

Nicholls scored the first points of the game. After Furman’s Jerome Felton fumbled at the Paladins’ 34-yard line, Naton Stewart returned the ball 11 yards. After gaining six yards, Alex Romero kicked a 34-yard field goal with 11:21 left in the first quarter to give the Colonels an early 3-0 lead.

After threatening on several occasions, Nicholls quarterback Yale Vannoy threw a 40-yard pass to Michael Okoronkwo to help setup a 11-yard DeMarko Hutchinson scamper that put Nicholls inside the Paladins 10-yard line. Like it did most of the day, Furman’s defense stepped up and forced a field goal attempt. Romero got the call and converted on a 20-yard try to give the Colonels a 6-0 lead with 11:21 remaining in the half.

After exchanging possession, the Paladins gained momentum following two rushes for 30 yards by Cedrick Gipson and an Ingle Martin 17-yard dash that put Furman on the Colonels 33-yard line. Two plays later, Martin hit Justin Stepp for a 29-yard completion in the endzone to give the Paladins a 7-6 lead heading into the locker room.

Furman carried the momentum gained from their last scoring drive into the third quarter. In a drive that saw the Paladins keeping the ball on the ground for all but five yards, Furman drove 57 yards in 15 plays, capped by a one-yard run by Martin to extend their lead to 14-6 with 8:06 remaining in the third quarter.

Determined not to let their championship season end, the Colonels answered with a score of their own. Facing third-and-9 from their 21-yard line, the Paladins Andrew Thacker was called for pass interference, giving Nicholls first-and-10 from their 36-yard line. Following a series of rushes by a trio of Colonels, Vannoy completed a 22-yard pass to Kenly Horton on fourth-and-3 for a Nicholls touchdown with 2:02 remaining in the third quarter. However, the Colonels’ two-point attempt failed, giving Furman a two-point advantage at 14-12.

The Colonels were led by senior quarterback Vannoy, who finished the game with 13 carries for 46 yards. He also went 3-for-8 passing for 72 yards and a touchdown. Joseph Tobias averaged 4.5 yards per carry, with 90 yards on 20 attempts.

Toney Edison led Nicholls on the defensive side of the ball with nine tackles, one tackle for a loss, one fumble recovery and one blocked field goal.

Nicholls 3 3 6 0 - 12Furman 0 7 7 0 - 14NICH - Romero 34 FG NICH – Romero 20 FGFUR – Stepp 29 pass from Martin (Beckler kick)FUR - Martin 1 run (Beckler kick)NICH – Horton 22 pass from Vannoy (Vannoy unsuccessful on 2-point conversion)

NICH FURFirst Downs 14 21Rushes-Yards 54-199 53-243Passing 72 68Return Yardage 60 67Att-Comp-Int 8-3-1 12-5-1Punts 3-41 1-70Fumbles-Lost 0-0 2-2Penalties-Yards 3-25 2-25Time of Possession 32:15 27:45

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Battle for the PaddleEver since 1998, whenever Nicholls and Texas State meet on the gridiron they have been engaged in the annual “Battle for

the Paddle.” The idea for the contest was born in 1998 after a Nicholls-Texas State game had to be rescheduled due to floods that ravaged the San Marcos, Texas area. Each season, a paddle is presented to the contest’s victor in memory of area residents who lost their lives in the flood. The wooden paddle is painted with the grey and red of Nicholls on one side and maroon and gold of Texas State on the other side. Nicholls has held onto the paddle for six of the last seven years.

Battle of the Paddle ResultsSeason Site Score

1998 San Marcos Southwest Texas 28-27

1999 Thibodaux Southwest Texas 16-0

2000 San Marcos Southwest Texas 25-0

2001 Thibodaux Nicholls 33-14

2002 San Marcos Nicholls 24-21

2003 Thibodaux Nicholls 31-13

2004 San Marcos Texas State 35-12

2005 Thibodaux Nicholls 32-29 (OT)

2006 San Marcos Nicholls 21-19

2007 Thibodaux Nicholls 52-28

2008 San Marcos Texas State 34-10

2009 Thibodaux Texas State 34-28

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Founded in 1948 as Francis T. Nicholls Junior College, Nicholls State University brings together the diverse cultures and heritage found in South Central Louisiana.

In 1970, Nicholls State was designated a university by an act of the Louisiana Legislature. The university was established to meet the higher education needs of Louisianians and has evolved during the past five decades into a center for learning.

The quality of the university’s academic programs is assured through numerous national-accrediting organizations. Nicholls State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Today, the campus occupies 210 acres of land formerly part of historic Acadia Plantation on the eastern limits of the city of Thibodaux. The campus, which fronts Bayou Lafourche, is about 50 miles southwest of New Orleans. Nicholls State University offers more than 85 two-year, four-year and graduate level programs through five academic colleges - Arts and Sciences, Business Administration, the Chef John Folse Culinary Institute, Education and Life Sciences and Technology.

Nicholls State University was the first university in the state to offer seven-on, seven-off programs for those employed in the offshore oil industry.

Nicholls is also the first public university in the state of Louisiana to undertake a strategic planning project. The project, which is funded entirely by private donations, will prepare Nicholls for the 21st century.

The university’s MissionNicholls State University provides a unique blend

of excellent academic programs to meet the needs of Louisiana and beyond. The university cultivates productive, responsible, engaged citizens in a personalized, culturally rich and dynamic learning environment through quality teaching, research, and service.

Other facts about Nicholls• The Chef John Folse Culinary Institute offers

both a Bachelor of Science Degree and an Associate of Science Degree in Culinary Arts. The Institute was the first of its kind in the United States to offer a Bachelor of Science Degree in Culinary Arts. These degree programs provide an opportunity for students to develop in-depth knowledge of the culinary field of study that is strengthened and supported by a foundation of general learning.

• The Louisiana Center for Women and Government at Nicholls State University was established in 1990 to encourage the future

leadership of women by preparing them for public service through nonpartisan education, research and training programs. Other centers of excellence at Nicholls State University include the Center for the Study of Dyslexia, the Small Business Development Center and the Center for Traditional Louisiana Boatbuilding.

• The Ellender Memorial Library at Nicholls State University houses more than 220,000 volumes, more than 3,000 journal titles and catalogues about 255,000 federal and state documents. It provides study areas for 1,500 patrons.

• The Student Programming Association at Nicholls State University has played host to various entertainers including Travis Tritt, Third Eye Blind and Everclear. In addition to presenting performers each semester, the SPA sponsors Crawfish Day, an annual event that draws more than 2,500 students into John L. Guidry Stadium.

ThibodauxRetaining its Southern charm and Cajun hospitality,

Thibodaux has developed into a modern, progressive community where yesterday welcomes tomorrow.

Founded in 1820 on Bayou Lafourche, Thibodaux is graced by moss-laden oaks, plantation homes and lush fields of sugar cane. The word “lafourche” means fork as the bayou originally forked off the Mississippi River some 30 miles upstream from Thibodaux.

The Lafourche Parish Courthouse in downtown Thibodaux, the Edward Douglas White Home and Laurel Valley Plantation are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Elkins Hall on the Nicholls State University campus was recently added

to the Register. Renovated 19th century homes front Canal Boulevard and New Orleans-style wrought iron traces downtown balconies.

The Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center located in Thibodaux is one of three Acadian Cultural Centers of the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve in Louisiana that features many colorful aspects of Cajun life.

Known as the “Gateway to Bayou Country,” Thibodaux is minutes away from the best in outdoor recreation.

Francis Tillou Nicholls Francis Redding Tillou Nicholls was an esteemed

figure in the Confederate Army, a Donaldsonville native, and the namesake of Nicholls State University.

Nicholls was born in Donaldsonville on Aug. 30, 1834. He graduated from West Point in 1855 and practiced law for a while. While serving in the Civil War he rose to the rank of brigadier general. After losing his left arm and leg and living as a prisoner of war, he returned home. He practiced law in Napoleonville for a while and was then nominated for governor in 1876 by the Louisiana State Democratic Party. He was elected during Reconstruction.

Nicholls went on to serve a second term as governor, from 1888 to 1892 and greatly opposed the corrupt Louisiana Lottery.

Following his time spent in as governor, he was named chief justice of the Louisiana Supreme Court. Nicholls retired to his home in Thibodaux in 1911 and died in 1912. He is buried in the St. John’s Episcopal Church Cemetery in Thibodaux.

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Athletic DirectorRob Bernardi

enters his tenth season as director of athletics at Nicholls State. With that, he becomes the seond longest tenured athletics director in the school’s history behind the legendary Ray Didier. Stability,

creativity, integrity and progress are the words that best describe Bernardi’s tenure at Nicholls.

Since arriving in Thibodaux, Bernardi has reinvigorated Nicholls athletics by transforming the department into a modern, progressive program aimed at increasing funding, improving facilities and enhancing the student-athlete experience. The California native’s energy has worn off on coaches, student-athletes and members of the support staff.

Bernardi helped orchestrate the renewal of a self-assessed student fee to help support Colonel athletics. It was the first time in more than two decades that intercollegiate athletics at Nicholls received funding directly from student fees. The added funding in conjunction with increased private support has helped rejuvenate athletic facilitates and restore a sense of pride in Colonel athletics.

Improved facilities and added pride are not the only areas where Bernardi has brought about changes to the athletic program. Improving gradation rates and upgrading the academic services provided to Colonel athletes has been a goal of the department since Bernardi took over eight years ago. The commitment to academics has begun to show positive results in the form of higher graduation rates and improved APR (Academic Progress Rates) scores. Colonel athletes are graduating at increasingly higher rates than ever before.

Bernardi is credited with bringing the Manning Passing Academy to Nicholls State University. The football camp, which features Archie, Peyton and Eli Manning, has brought national attention to the Thibodaux community. The nationally recognized football camp finished its fifth year on the Nicholls campus, MPA attracts nearly 1000 young athletes to Nicholls and has become a summer attraction for the community, and economic success for the local community.

Bernardi has been active within the NCAA governance process having served on numerous NCAA committees. Currently Rob Bernardi is a member of the Division I Football Championship Committee, the NCAA Division I Committee on Athletics Certification, and the NCAA Division I Football Issues Committee. In the past he has served on the NCAA Interpretations Committee and the Division I Academics/Eligibility/Compliance Cabinet.

Nicholls Athletics DirectorsMorris Osburn ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 1958-1960James Hall ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 1960-1963Raymond E. Didier ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 1963-1978Donald Landry ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 1978-1987Phil Greco ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 1987-1993Mike Knight ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 1993-1998Stan Williamson ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 1998-2000Rob Bernardi ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 2000-present

STePheN T. huLBeRTPresident

Dr. Stephen T. Hulbert, who assumed the Presidency of Nicholls State University on July 1, 2003, is entering his seventh year as the president of Nicholls State University. Dr. Hulbert came to Louisiana from Montana where he had served as the Chancellor of The University of Montana – Western from 1999 to June 2003. Before assuming the Western chancellorship, Dr. Hulbert served as the Commissioner of Higher Education for the State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations as well as the Chief Executive Officer of the Rhode Island Board of Governors for Higher Education.

President Hulbert has over 30 years of senior administrative experience in higher education in Pennsylvania, Colorado, Rhode Island, Montana and Louisiana. He has served on several athletic governing boards including the Council of Presidents of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and the Council of Presidents of the Frontier Athletic Conference. In the latter instance he was the Council Chair from 2000 through 2003.

Dr. Hulbert is married to Rebecca Kay Hulbert and they are the parents of one son, Scott Wesley, an attorney in Phoenix, Arizona.

Prior to coming to Nicholls, Bernardi spent ten years in varying capacities at the New Orleans-based Sun Belt Conference. During the last three years of his stay, he was the league’s associate commissioner, coordinating and implementing marketing and promotional efforts related to the conference. He also worked hand-in-hand with other conferences, covering such topics as development and corporate relations. His responsibilities also included coordinating the Sun Belt’s voting position on all NCAA legislation.

Prior to joining the Sun Belt Conference, Bernardi spent four years at the University of Arizona involved in athletics administration. While at Arizona, Bernardi worked under former NCAA president Cedric Dempsey, Dempsey was the athletics director at Arizona during the time.

Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Bernardi was a graduate assistant football coach at both the University of Arizona and Oregon State. While at Oregon State, he earned a master’s degree in higher education. He earned an undergraduate degree in public health from California State University, Northridge in 1983.

Rob has two daughters Nadine (25), Jenna (14), and is the grandfather of Emma (4). Bernardi’s brother, Gary, is also involved in collegiate athletics serving as an assistant football coach at San Jose State.

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Jean BourgeoisWomen’s Athletics/Men’s

Basketball Secretary

Erica CallaisAssistant A.D. for

Athletic Academic Services

Charlie GilinghamAssistant Director of Athletic

Media Relations

Kerry ConnerEquipment Manager

Bobby GalinskyDirector of Compliance

Michelle KeifeEvents Coordinator

Easton LeBouefAssociate A.D. for

Budgetary Control

Barbara NaquinAssistant

Athletic Trainer

Brandon RizzutoDirector of Athletic

Media Relations

Connie RomeBusiness Office

Secretary

Shaun DuheHead Athletic Trainer

Cathy StegallCompliance Secretary

Amelie TalbotFootball Secretary

Brian ThomasStrength & Conditioning

Coach

Louise “Do” BoninAssociate A.D./Senior Woman Administrator

Lori HenryCoordinator of Student

Athlete Learning

Arrianna Smith MartinFaculty Athletics Representative

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NSU Athletic Training Department strives to provide leadership and education for athletic training students through quality educational and clinical experiences.

The Vision of the Nicholls State University’s Athletic Training Department is to become a nationally recognized athletic training program focusing on first-class, state-of-the-art health care services to the NSU Athletic Department, and a respected and prominent leader with the reputation of providing quality educational experiences to athletic training students.

The Nicholls State University’s Athletic Training Department provides comprehensive, state-of-the-art health care and wellness services as it pertains to the well-being of the student-athlete. The Staff is composed of five full-time and three graduate assistant athletic trainers who are nationally certified athletic trainers through the Board of Certification of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association. Each member of the NSU Athletic Training Department will do his or her part to provide professional, first-class leadership and counseling necessary to prevent, manage, and

BARBARA NAQuIN, MS, ATC, LAT

Associate Athletic Trainer

ShAuN Duhe, M.eD, ATC, LAT

Clinical Coordinator/Clinical Athletic Trainer

AMeLIA MASON, MeD. ATC, LAT

Clinical Athletic Trainer

CeLeST Weuve, MS, ATC, LAT, CSCS

Athletic Training Curriculm Program Director

Nicholls athletic traiNiNg

GeRARD WhITe, M.eD, ATC, LATDept. head of Allied health Sciences/Clinical Instructor

rehabilitate the student-athlete. NSU Athletic Training serves as a major intellectual and creative resource for NSU Athletics, develops interactive partnerships with allied health professionals, and participates in the exploration and development of the student-athlete’s health and well-being.

Nicholls State University’s Athletic Training Department also serves as a dynamic clinical learning experience for the institution’s accredited Athletic Training curriculum. Currently there are approximately 25 athletic training students within the program. The

TBAHead Baseball Coach

Jim HunterHead Men’s & Women’s

Tennis Coach

TBAHead Volleyball Coach

Jenny ParsonsHead Softball Coach

DoBee PlaisanceHead Women’s

Basketball Coach

Dylan HarrisonHead Soccer Coach

J.P. PiperHead Men’s

Basketball Coach

James SchillingHead Men’s & Women’s

Golf Coach

Charlie StubbsHead Football Coach

Scott WilliamsonHead Cross Country/Track

& Field Coach

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John L. Guidry Stadium has served as Nicholls State football’s only home since the school began playing the sport on the intercollegiate level in 1972. The facility is named in honor of former Galliano state representative John L. Guidry who was instrumental in the establishment of Francis T. Nicholls Junior College.

The stadium features a three-level press box on the west side. The second level houses an area for game management staff, radio and coaches’ booths and a working press area that was established following a renovation project that was completed prior to the 1999 season. The president’s suite and a new 30-seat club level, which was also part of the 1999 press box renovation, is located on the third level. A photo deck is located on the roof. Just prior to the start of the 2001 season, a new scoreboard, complete with graphic animation features as well as a new sound system was installed.

Adjacent to the elevator landing at ground level is the Colonels’ Club Room. Colonels’ Club members use the building as a hospitality area before home games as well as for various university functions throughout the year.

Guidry Stadium is located adjacent to the Frank Barker Athletic Building, which houses the NSU football coaches’ offices, locker rooms, the sports medicine department and the sports information office. The NSU Strength & Conditioning facility and a 50-yard artificial turf field are located directly behind Barker Hall.

The stadium was officially dedicated on September 16, 1972 as Nicholls State defeated Ouachita Baptist 12-7.

Hermon Grissom drilled a 37-yard field goal in the opening period for the first score in the stadium.

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Chris “Gator” Gardner caught a 27-yard pass from Lonnie Rogers for the first Colonel touchdown in the stadium as NSU came from behind to win.

The facility was originally referred to as Colonel Stadium but was renamed in Guidry’s honor Sept. 15, 1973.

In 38 seasons, the Colonels have posted a 105-87-3 record in Guidry Stadium.

In 1975, Nicholls State captured the Gulf South Conference championship with an 8-2 record, including a 6-0 mark at home. It is the only time Nicholls has gone undefeated at home. The 1996 Colonels capped the program’s 25th anniversary season by going 5-1 in Guidry Stadium.

The five largest crowds to see Nicholls State play in the stadium have come against intra-state rival Southern University, including a record 14,125 in the first Jaguar-Colonel game played in the stadium in 1981.

The stadium underwent an unexpected facelift during the 1992 season after suffering $150,000 worth of damage during Hurricane Andrew.

The concrete facade between the third-floor glass and the roof was ripped away by strong winds during the storm and falling debris destroyed 52 chair back seats. Glass on the south side of the press box on both the second and third levels was also blown out.

Members of the media had a rare opportunity to enjoy the first three home games in an open-air press box while the stadium was in repair.

Guidry Stadium was originally constructed at a cost of nearly $2 million.

YeAR-BY-YeAR IN GuIDRY STADIuM

1972 ..............................................................................2-41973 ..............................................................................2-31974 ..............................................................................2-31975 ..............................................................................6-01976 ..............................................................................4-11977 ..............................................................................1-41978 ..............................................................................2-31979 ..............................................................................5-11980 ..............................................................................2-41981 ..........................................................................4-2-11982 ..............................................................................3-21983 ..............................................................................1-41984 ..............................................................................4-21985 ..............................................................................4-21986 ..............................................................................4-11987 ..........................................................................2-3-11988 ..............................................................................4-11989 ..............................................................................4-21990 ..............................................................................4-21991 ..............................................................................1-41992 ..........................................................................1-3-11993 ..............................................................................2-31994 ..............................................................................2-31995 ..............................................................................0-51996 ..............................................................................5-11997 ..............................................................................4-11998 ..............................................................................2-21999 ..............................................................................0-42000 ..............................................................................1-42001 ..............................................................................2-32002 ..............................................................................3-22003 ..............................................................................4-12004 ..............................................................................3-12005 ..............................................................................4-02006 ..............................................................................3-32007 ..............................................................................4-12008 ..............................................................................2-22009 ..............................................................................2-3Totals ..................................................................105-87-3

CROWDSoct. 10, 1981Nicholls State 56, Southern 14 ........................ 14,125oct. 8, 1983Southern 21, Nicholls State 20 ........................ 13,981oct. 8, 1988Nicholls State 24, Southern 0 ........................... 13,370oct. 11, 1986Nicholls State 17, Southern 10 ........................ 13,300oct. 6, 1984Nicholls State 43, Southern 26 ........................ 13,280sept. 11, 1976Nicholls State 17, Mississippi College 7 ......... 12,500Nov. 13, 1982Grambling 33, Nicholls State 15 ...................... 12,200

Nov. 17, 1990Nicholls State 23, Southern 19 ........................ 12,132Nov. 2, 1996Nicholls State 14, Southern 0 ........................... 11,714oct. 20, 1979Mississippi College 28, Nicholls St. 14 ............ 11,550sept. 25, 1976Troy State 14, Nicholls State 9 ......................... 11,500oct. 11, 1975Nicholls State 23, Northwestern State 10 .... 11,000oct. 29, 1994Nicholls State 20, Southern 14 ........................ 10,617oct. 23, 1976Nicholls State 7, Austin Peay 0 ......................... 10,500oct. 31, 1992Nicholls State 27, Southern 24 ........................ 10,322

LARGeST JOhN L. GuIDRY STADIuM

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The Office of Sports Information at Nicholls State University, under the direction of Brandon Rizzuto, is responsible for the day-to-day publicity efforts of 14 Division I sports. The primary function of the Nicholls Sports Information Office is to service and accommodate the media in its coverage of the entire Colonel Athletic department.

The media relations office, located in Barker Hall, handles a myriad of press services, including, but not limited to, the issuing of credentials, the publication of media guides, game programs and press notes as well as maintaining statistics and upkeeping the website.

Members of the media relations office will assist you with any day-of-game needs, including player and coach information, in-game statistics and post-game notes and quotes. Journalists and media covering Nicholls University Athletics benefit from working in a professional and comfortable environment.

Members of the media relations staff are on call virtually every day of the year, ‘round the clock, in an effort to enhance the coverage of Nicholls Athletics.

Please adhere to the following guidelines when covering Colonel football during the 2010 season.

DuRING The Week

The Nicholls football team practices Tuesday through Thursday on the practice fields across the parking lot from Guidry Stadium. Practice will generally take place from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. All practices are open to the media and public with the understanding the strategy, formations, plays and personnel adjustments are to remain private.

Interviews with Nicholls State University Head Coach Charlie Stubbs and Colonel student-athletes can be conducted either before or after practice. All interviews MuST be conducted on the practice field. The

Nicholls locker room and training room are OFF LIMITS to members of the media at all times.

Telephone interviews with Stubbs and Colonel student-athletes will take place on Wednesdays before practice. Please let Brandon Rizzuto know in advance what players you wish to interview and the appropriate arrangements will be made. Home telephone numbers of players and coaches will not be released to the media. Stubbs will be available for out-of-town radio and newspaper interviews ONLY during the Southland Conference weekly teleconference. Stubbs will take part in the Southland Conference Call on Tuesday mornings. In 2009, the Nicholls coach occupied the 10:47-10:53 a.m. time slot. As of press time, details of the call are not final.

All student-athlete interviews will be scheduled around classes and other academic commitments.

TueSDAY PReSS CONFeReNCeS

Nicholls State head coach Charlie Stubbs will be available in Stubbs’ Barker Hall office on Tuesday’s at 11 a.m. to meet with the local media. At this time, Stubbs will review the previous week’s game and look forward to what lies ahead. At some point during the press conference, an injury report and updated depth chart will be discussed and made available.

MeDIA CReDeNTIALS

Media credentials for Nicholls State home games are issued for working media only. Sports editors and sports directors of accredited media outlets should submit requests for credentials on company letterhead. Requests for season passes should be submitted as early as possible. Media covering single games should submit requests by the Wednesday morning prior to the game. No passes will be issued after Thursday afternoon, no excePtionS.

Media who cover Nicholls

State opponents on a regular basis may request credentials through opponent’s sports information offices or through Nicholls. Nicholls follows the guidelines set forth by the NCAA in issuing credentials. In most instances, the Nicholls Office of Sports Information will fill all legitimate requests for credentials.

All credential requests should be sent to: Brandon Rizzuto, Athletics-Barker Building, Nicholls State Sports Information, P.O. Box 2032, Thibodaux, La. 70310.

vISITING RADIO

There are two courtesy phone lines available for the official radio station of Nicholls opponents. Please inform Brandon Rizzuto at least one week in advance if you are planning to make use of the phone lines.

PhOTO CReDeNTIALS

Photo credentials will be issued only to accredited media outlets—newspaper, television stations and other recognized publications. Nicholls follows NCAA rules regarding sideline photographers. Photographers are not permitted to photograph in the team area, which is located between the 25-yard lines on both sides of the field. All photographers are required to have proper sideline credentials.

MeDIA PARkING

Media parking at John L. Guidry Stadium is available to all credentialed media. Requests for submitting parking passes should be made when submitting press and/or photo credential requests. The media parking area is located on the west side of the stadium and is accessible from Audubon Drive.

MeDIA WILL CALL

The media will call window is located at the southwest ticket office, which is on the right side of the press box entrance when facing the stadium. Please be prepared to present

proper identification when picking up credentials. The media will call window will open 90 minutes prior to kickoff.

PreSS Box and GAMeDAY SeRvICeS

The elevator landing to the Guidry Stadium Press Box is adjacent to the Colonel Club room on the west side of the stadium.

Home and visiting radio booths, coaches’ boxes and the public address announcer as well as the working press area are located on the second level of the Guidry Stadium press box. The photo deck is located on the fourth level.

Approximately 60 minutes prior to kickoff, a pre-game meal will be served to all credentialed media. Beverages and snacks will be available throughout the entire game as well.

In order to effectively maintain, a professional environment, cheering WILL NOT be tolerated in the press box. If any member is found cheering at any point during the game, they will be asked to leave the press box.

Pre-game packets, including notes, statistics, flip cards and programs, will be made available upon arrival to the press box. A complete play-by-play account of each quarter as well as individual and team statistics will be distributed following each quarter and at halftime. Approximately 20 minutes following the conclusion of the game, full stat books will be made available to the media. Out-of-town scores from around the region and nation will be distributed periodically during the game as well.

All requests to fax statistics to local media outlets will be honored as soon as possible following the conclusion of the game.

In addition, the Guidry Stadium Press Box will remain open for 60 minutes following the conclusion of the game for media to file stories. An ample supply of phone lines are available for the purposes of sending stories.

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wire services The Associated PressMary Foster - [email protected] Poydras St., Suite 2500 • New Orleans, LA 70112Office: 800 662-7717 or 504-523-3931 • Fax: 504-586-0531

The Sports Network Matt Dougherty - [email protected] 2200 Byberry Road • Hatboro, PA 19040Office: 800-227-7249 or 800-583-5499 • Fax: 800-227-0803 or 800-583-6195

Stats, Inc.Joe Linholm, Director8130 Lehigh Avenue • Morton Grove, Ill. 60053Office: 847-583-2128 or 847-583-2100 • Fax: 800-357-8525 or 847-470-9140

Don hansen’s National Weekly Football GazetteDon Hansen, Publisher - [email protected]. Box 305Westmont, IL 60559-0305Phone: 630-964-1062Fax: 630-964-1105

eSPN/SportsTickerLou Monaco19 East 34th Street 7th Floor • New York, NY 10016 Office: 800-367-8935 • Fax: 800-336-0383

MeDIA OuTLeTSpriNt media Daily Comet/ houma CourierBrent St. Germain Sports EditorChris Singleton, Sports Writer- [email protected] McElroy, Sports Writer- [email protected] LeBlanc – [email protected] Renois, Sports Writer [email protected]. Box 2717 • Houma, LA 70361Office: 985-857-2210 • Fax: 985-857-2244

The AdvocateButch Muir, Executive Sports Editor - [email protected]@theadvocate.comP.O. Box 588 • Baton Rouge, LA 70821Office: 225-383-1111 Fax: 225-388-0318

Times-PicayuneDoug Tatum, Sports Editor – [email protected] Lewis, Sports Writer - [email protected] Howard Ave. • New Orleans, LA 70140Office: 504-826-3406 • Fax: 504-826-3401

The Nicholls Worth Katelyn Thibodaux, Sports Editor - [email protected]. Box 2010 • Thibodaux, LA 70310Office: 985-448-4258 • Fax: 985-448-4267

Tri-Parish TimesCasey Gisclair, Sports Editor - [email protected] Highway 311 • Houma, LA 70360Phone: 985-876-3008 • Fax: 985-876-0950

Daily ReviewJohn Martin, Sports Editor - [email protected] P.O. Box 948 • Morgan City, LA 70380Office: 985-384-8370 • Fax: 985-384-4255

televisioN statioNsh-Tv10/Independent1202 St. Charles • Houma, LA 70360Office: 985-876-3456 • Fax: 985-853-1856

kWBJ-Tv/IndependentChris Hunter – Sports Editor608 Michigan Street • Morgan City, LA 70380Office: 985-384-6960 • Fax: 985-385-1916

WAFB-Tv/CBSSteve Schneider – Sports [email protected] Government St. • Baton Rouge, LA 70802Office: 225-383-9999 • Fax: 225-379-7880

wBrz-tv/aBcP.O. Box 2906 • Baton Rouge, LA 70821Office: 225-336-2360 • Fax: 225-336-2347

WDSu-Tv/NBC846 Howard Ave. • New Orleans, LA 70113Office: 504-679-0656/0657 • Fax: 504-679-0733

WGNO-Tv/ABCEd Daniels - [email protected] Canal Street, Suite 2800New Orleans, LA 70130Office: 504-619-6328/6329 • Fax: 504-619-6332

Wvue-Tv/FoxRob Ennis - [email protected] S. Jefferson Davis Pkwy. • New Orleans, LA 70125Office: 504-483-1542/1527 • Fax: 504-483-1543

WWL-Tv/CBSJim Henderson - [email protected] Kincaid - [email protected] North Rampart Street • New Orleans, LA 70116Office: 504-529-6290/6291 • Fax: 504-529-6472

radioKBze-105.7 fMSeth Thomas - Sports Director - [email protected]. Box 1560 • Morgan City, LA 70381Office: 985-385-1391 • Fax: 985-385-6268

kNSu – 91.5 FMP.O. Box 2010 • Thibodaux, LA 70310Office: 985-448-4258 • Fax: 985-448-4258

kCIL-107.5 FMHilary DomangueP.O. Box 2068 • Houma, LA 70361Office: 985-851-1020 • Fax: 985-872-4403

Klrz -100.3 fMKen Freidlander - [email protected] Hwy. 308 • Larose, LA 70373Office: 985-798-7792 • Fax: 985-798-7793

WWL - 870 AM1450 Poydras, Suite 440 • New Orleans, LA 70112Office: 504-593-2137 • Fax: 504-593-1850

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POST-GAMe PROCeDuReS

Both the Nicholls locker room and visiting locker room facilities are located in Barker Hall. The visiting locker room is on the west side of Barker Hall and faces Guidry Stadium while the Colonel dressing rooms are located on the east side of Barker Hall. Policies concerning interviews with visiting coaches and student-athletes will be set by sports information representatives of the

visiting institution. The Nicholls locker room is CLOSeD to the media at all times. At home, Nicholls coach Charlie Stubbs and selected student-athletes will be made available for interviews following the NCAA-mandated 10-minute cooling off period. The interviews will take place in the NSU Offensive Meeting Room, located in Barker Hall. ABSOLuTeLY NO INTeRvIeWS WILL Be CONDuCTeD ON The FIeLD. A member of the Nicholls sports

information staff will take requests for player interviews with five minutes to play in the contest and will escort media members to the interview room following the game. Statistics will be made available to media members in the Offensive Meeting Room.

On the road, Coach Stubbs and selected student-athletes will meet with the media following the NCAA mandated 10-minute cooling off period in a pre-designated area generally just outside the Colonel dressing room.

Again, no interviews will be conducted on the playing field. Please direct all requests to Brandon Rizzuto.

ON The INTeRNeT

Nicholls football information can be accessed through the University’s official website, www.geauxcolonels.com. Updated statistics, rosters, bios and game notes can be found at the site as well as other information pertaining to Nicholls football.

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All Area Codes are (985)thiBodaux reStaurantSBubba’s II Po-Boys212 East Bayou Road ..........................................................449-0900Bubba’s II Seafood Restaurant764 West Bayou Road ........................................................446-5117The Ground Pat’i632 N. Canal Blvd. ...............................................................446-0466The Captain’s Table400 East First .......................................................................446-0561Chili’s620 North Canal Boulevard .............................................447-8144Chinese Chef ’s II361 North Canal Boulevard .............................................448-3580Flanagan’s Creative Food and Drinks1111 Audubon Drive ..........................................................447-7771Fremin’s402 West Third ....................................................................449-0333La Casa Del SolPlaza Del Rienzi Shopping Center ...............................................446-2576Pepper’s Pizzeria600 West 3rd ........................................................................446-0006Politz’s Restaurant100 St. Mary ..........................................................................448-0944The Great Wall1200 St. Mary ......................................................................446-0895Western Sizzlin411 North Canal Boulevard .............................................447-1983West Main Pizza524 St. Mary ..........................................................................449-0001

hOuMA ReSTAuRANTSOutback Steakhouse 1561 Martin Luther King Blvd. .........................................580-1800Applebee’s1039 W Tunnel Blvd. ...........................................................851-7100Chili’s1539 Martin Luther King Blvd. .........................................580-0810Copeland’s of New Orleans1534 Martin Luther King Blvd. .........................................873-9600The Olive Garden1757 Martin Luther King Blvd. .........................................872-6990Lone Star Steakhouse1639 Martin Luther King Blvd. .........................................853-1581The Ground Pat’i101 Bayou Gardens Blvd. ...................................................872-3781Fast Food RestaurantsBurger King206 East First Street ...........................................................447-9773Church’s Fried Chicken518 St. Mary Street .............................................................446-7673Domino’s Pizza1606 Canal Boulevard ........................................................448-1700Frostop on the Bayou406 Pleasure Lane ...............................................................446-1528McDonald’s307 North Canal Boulevard .............................................448-1727Pizza Hut523 St. Mary Street .............................................................447-1200Popeye’s Fried Chicken305 North Canal Boulevard .............................................446-3051Rally’s 400 North Canal Boulevard .............................................446-7373Subway Sandwiches1121 Audubon Drive ..........................................................446-0100Taco Bell377 North Canal Boulevard .............................................446-5791Wendy’s1135 Audubon Drive ..........................................................449-4020

thiBodaux & houMa hotelSEcomony Inn – Houma222 S. Hollywood Rd. .........................................................851-6041Fairfield Inn - Houma1530 Martin Luther King Blvd. .........................................580-1050Hampton Inn - Houma1728 Martin Luther King Blvd. .........................................873-3140Hampton Inn - Thibodaux826 Canal Blvd. ....................................................................446-0900Holiday Inn Holidome - Houma210 South Hollywood ........................................................868-5851

Ramada Inn - Thibodaux400 East First Street ...........................................................446-0561Plantation Inn – Houma1381 Tunnel Boulevard .......................................................868-0500Ramada Inn - Houma1400 West Tunnel Boulevard ............................................879-4871Red Carpet Inn – HoumaUS Highway 90 West ..........................................................876-4160

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FROM NeW ORLeANS’ LOuIS ARMSTRONG INTeRNATIONAL AIRPORT1. Start: Exiting Airport onto U.S. Hwy. 61.2. Right on U.S. 61 North for 3.8 miles.3. Right onto I-310 South (via Mississippi River Bridge) for 8.6 miles.4. Right on U.S. Hwy. 90 West (via Houma/Raceland) for 14 miles.5. Highway splits - Right fork onto La. Hwy. 182 for 3.8 miles.6. Right on La. Hwy. 1 North for 13.6 miles to Acadia Drive (on Nicholls

campus).7. Left on Audubon for 7/10ths of a mile to Guidry Stadium.

FROM LAFAYeTTe, LOuISIANA1. Start: Intersection I-10 and I-49 in Lafayette.2. Drive U.S. Hwy. 167 south 2.5 miles until U.S. 167 merges with U.S. Hwy. 90.3. Continue on U.S. 90 East (U.S. 167 turns southwest-Follow U.S. 90 East).4. Drive U.S. 90 East through Morgan City. In Morgan City, highway signs will indicate route to New Orleans. 5. Continue on U.S. 90 East until the Thibodaux/Houma exit and take a left

towards Thibodaux onto Hwy 24.6. Drive on Hwy. 24 (road turns into Hwy. 20) for 8.7 miles into city of Thibodaux

and La. Hwy. 1.7. Right on La. 1 South and drive 1 mile to Audubon Drive (corner of Nicholls

campus).8. Right on Audubon for 7/10ths of a mile to Guidry Stadium.

FROM BATON ROuGe, LOuISIANA1. Start: Intersection I-10 and I-110 in Baton Rouge.2. Drive I-10 East 4.2 miles and take I-10 East (right) to New Orleans at the split

with I-12.3. Drive I-10 East 22.6 miles to Exit 182 (Sunshine Bridge exit) and exit right onto

La. Hwy. 22. Drive .6 mile and turn left on La. Hwy. 70.4. Drive 9.4 miles crossing Sunshine Bridge (50 cent toll) to La. Hwy. 70 split and

take left fork to four-way stop.5. Drive 6.7 miles and to split in La. Hwy. 70. Get in left lane and take left onto

Spur 70 for 2.6 miles until it deadends at La. Hwy. 1.6. Left on La. Hwy. 1 South for 22.0 miles to Acadia Drive (on Nicholls campus).7. Right on Audubon for 7/10ths of a mile to Guidry Stadium.

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09/04 at San Diego State 7 p.m.

09/11 at Western Michigan 7 p.m.

09/18 at South Alabama 4 p.m.

09/25 vs. Bacone 4 p.m.

10/09 vs. Sam Houston State * 4 p.m.

10/16 at Texas State * 6 p.m.

10/23 vs. Central Arkansas * 4 p.m.

10/30 at Mcneese State * 7 p.m.

11/06 vs. Stephen F. Austin * 4 p.m.

11/13 at Northwestern State * 6 p.m.

11/18 vs. Southeastern Louisiana * 7 p.m.

2010 Schedule

Home Games in BOLD* denotes conference game