West Point, NY (AP) - The Black Knight traveled to the land of cheese to take on the Wisconsin Badgers in week three. Unfortunately they traveled without head coach Shaun Mason who missed the flight to Camp Randall. Not that it would matter as the home Badgers laid an impressive beating on the coachless Black Knights. The final score was 47-0 with Army laying yet another goose egg on offense. The only bright spot for the cadets was middle linebacker Shinda who had 16 tackles in the loss.
(Note: Razcal and I had to sim this due to online issues. It sucked to sim it since we were tight in both games when we got disconnected. I don't have the heart to write up this freakin' beatin'.)
Saturday, August 8, 2009
Sunday, August 2, 2009
Black Knights Out-Duke Blue Devils
West Point, NY (AP) - After a depressing week one lost to the Ohio State Buckeyes, Army looked to demonstrate they aren't the same old Army against the Duke Blue Devils. After preaching ball control and defense all spring, head coach Shaun Mason got half what he wanted. The Army offense turned the ball over 4 times but the defense limited those opportunities as much as possible.
The highly touted flexbone offense installed by Mason gave it's first glimpse of what is possible, racking up 446 yards and 5 touchdowns. Duke had no answer for the misdirection plays sent at them all day long. Army even added 75 yards and a score through the air. Army 'A' back G... Fletcher started off the festivities with a 35 yard touchdown run early in the first quarter. He wasn't done there tough as he later pulled in a 39 yard touchdown pass and two more rushing touchdowns. The amazing thing is that he was the Black Knights third leading rusher. Quarterback Chip Bowden lead the way with 28 carries for 178 yards. Fullback CeDarius Williams was the second leading rusher with 19 rushes for 119 yards. Then came Fletcher, who had 113 yards on 12 carries. Patrick Mealy, the other 'A' back finished up the game with 35 yards on 5 carries, with two touchdowns.
Duke managed to score 28 points, but those were mostly due to the short field given to them on numerous occasions. The Black Knight defense dominated against the run, pushing Duke back 17 yards in the red. Middle linebacker Stephen Anderson again lead the way with 8 tackles.
Final score: 49-28
Coach Mason had the following to say in the post game press conference, "We played great on defense today. To give up the ball four times and only allow 28 points is amazing. I realize everyone is going to look at the final score and think our offense was great, but we turned over the ball four times. FOUR!! That is not acceptable. The offense is out running the field as we speak. We've got to travel to Wisconsin next week and that effort will result with us getting our ass kicked all over the field."
Monday, July 27, 2009
Week 1 Wrapup
West Point, NY (AP) - In the season opener, the Black Knights squared off with the best team on the schedule this season. Ohio State had bad intentions for the visiting Knights and the Horseshoe was trembling in anticipation over the kickoff of the new season.
The Black Knights went down early after Terrell Pryor marched the Buckeyes into the endzone. The Black Knights responded with their best drive of the game, marching into their tOSU territory and leaving with a field goal. Little did they know that would be the closest they got to paydirt.
The rest of the game was defensive domination by Ohio State. A methodical approach on offense by opposing coach Archie Griffin put the Buckeyes in scoring position time after time. In the end, the Buckeyes prevailed 31-3.
In the postgame press conference, new Army head coach Shaun Mason spoke. "All in all, I think this team gave a hell of an effort. It is a tall order to go into Ohio Stadium and knock off the Buckeyes. While I tried to prepare the players to do just that, the difference in team speed and experience was evident. That said, I am damn proud of my defense. The offense got, what, five first downs? To only give up 31 being on the field that much is a miracle."
"Now people will start questioning my offense. Let me tell you this; we were overmatched today. But just like all things good, give it some time and it will work. I am hitting the recruiting trail hard to find players that will fit in here, and I have a pretty young team to work with. We will try to move the ball better next week against Duke."
"I gave the gameball to Stephen Anderson, middle line backer. He was flying around out there and had 10 tackles. I'll see tomorrow how the rest of the team grades. You folks have a good night."
Next week the Black Knights face the Duke Blue Devils.
The Black Knights went down early after Terrell Pryor marched the Buckeyes into the endzone. The Black Knights responded with their best drive of the game, marching into their tOSU territory and leaving with a field goal. Little did they know that would be the closest they got to paydirt.
The rest of the game was defensive domination by Ohio State. A methodical approach on offense by opposing coach Archie Griffin put the Buckeyes in scoring position time after time. In the end, the Buckeyes prevailed 31-3.
In the postgame press conference, new Army head coach Shaun Mason spoke. "All in all, I think this team gave a hell of an effort. It is a tall order to go into Ohio Stadium and knock off the Buckeyes. While I tried to prepare the players to do just that, the difference in team speed and experience was evident. That said, I am damn proud of my defense. The offense got, what, five first downs? To only give up 31 being on the field that much is a miracle."
"Now people will start questioning my offense. Let me tell you this; we were overmatched today. But just like all things good, give it some time and it will work. I am hitting the recruiting trail hard to find players that will fit in here, and I have a pretty young team to work with. We will try to move the ball better next week against Duke."
"I gave the gameball to Stephen Anderson, middle line backer. He was flying around out there and had 10 tackles. I'll see tomorrow how the rest of the team grades. You folks have a good night."
Next week the Black Knights face the Duke Blue Devils.
Friday, July 24, 2009
Week 1 Preview: Army @ Eastern Michigan
West Point (AP) - Defensive wizard Ron English, who lead many outstanding Michigan defensive units, looks to thwart the new flexbone offense of the Army Black Knights. If his defensive unit has anything in common with those fearsome Wolverine teams, look for a solid unit who plays in the scheme and dictates to the offense.
Army coach Shaun Mason said of the Eagles, "This is my first matchup with Coach English. He has a fantastic reputation. Hopefully we can go out and execute like I know these men can. I think if we play solid defense will will be able to control the game on offense. Look for Chip (Bowden) to have a solid game, that kid is a poor mans Dan Lefavour."
Bowden stepped in last year for a injured Carson Williams and delivered some solid performances. He looks improve in his junior year. Running the new flexbone he should have some opportunities to make plays in space. Look out for converted left tackle Ali Villaneavu who may see time at wideout and tight end.
On the Eastern Michigan side of the ball, former high school quarterback Ryan Downard looks to punish opposing receivers from his safety spot. An elite athlete, Downard had an outstanding spring practice and has show signs of great things to come.
Overall this game should be a close game between two evenly matched squads.
Army coach Shaun Mason said of the Eagles, "This is my first matchup with Coach English. He has a fantastic reputation. Hopefully we can go out and execute like I know these men can. I think if we play solid defense will will be able to control the game on offense. Look for Chip (Bowden) to have a solid game, that kid is a poor mans Dan Lefavour."
Bowden stepped in last year for a injured Carson Williams and delivered some solid performances. He looks improve in his junior year. Running the new flexbone he should have some opportunities to make plays in space. Look out for converted left tackle Ali Villaneavu who may see time at wideout and tight end.
On the Eastern Michigan side of the ball, former high school quarterback Ryan Downard looks to punish opposing receivers from his safety spot. An elite athlete, Downard had an outstanding spring practice and has show signs of great things to come.
Overall this game should be a close game between two evenly matched squads.
Saturday, July 11, 2009
West Point, NY (AP) -- New head coach Shaun Mason has been running the cadet players ragged on the offensive side of the ball. He has spent a significant amount of time trying to determine who will play the "B" back position in his offense.
"I am looking for someone who can take the option read and rumble fearlessly into the maw of the opponent. Someone who will guard the ball like he guards his country!"
Right now CeDarius Williams looks to be the leader in the hunt. "He doesn't have great size, but he is mean. I like that in a guy. I like a guy who doesn't avoid contact, who craves driving the ball."
Look for more in the upcoming days before the start of the preseason.
"I am looking for someone who can take the option read and rumble fearlessly into the maw of the opponent. Someone who will guard the ball like he guards his country!"
Right now CeDarius Williams looks to be the leader in the hunt. "He doesn't have great size, but he is mean. I like that in a guy. I like a guy who doesn't avoid contact, who craves driving the ball."
Look for more in the upcoming days before the start of the preseason.
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
2009 Schedule/Results
| DATE | OPPONENT | TV | TIME (ET) |
| 9/05 | @ Eastern Michigan | 7:00 PM | |
| 9/12 | Duke | TBA | |
| 9/19 | Ball State | TBA | |
| 9/26 | @ Colorado | TBA | |
| 10/03 | Tulane | TBA | |
| 10/10 | Vanderbilt | TBA | |
| 10/17 | @ Temple | TBA | |
| 10/23 | Rutgers | 8:00 PM | |
| 10/31 | Alabama | TBA | |
| 11/07 | @ Air Force | 3:30 PM | |
| 11/21 | @ Notre Dame | TBA | |
| 12/12 | vs. Navy | 2:30 PM |
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