FB: Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference

[TigerDad]

Posting this by iPhone on the road with Trinity's coaches headed back to Little Rock for tomorrow's return to SA. Webcast was sketchy on shared wireless from Rhodes pressbox, but we pulled it off. Trinity dominated the Lynx in part due to early RC turnovers and big improvements in the young Tiger O-line. Black Flag D gave up almost nothing except in prevent just before the half and near the end. Kudos to TU players and coaches for good prep and a fine effort ... easily their best so far. Over 200 rushing yards including 123 by Baer. First game action by soph QB Dickinson was very impressive. Looked cool and controlled throwing for 3 TD's. Some great catches by Tigers receivers led by Curry. First-year kicker Biel set a new TU school record with 4 FG's (out of 5 attempts). Super weapon.

No rest for the Road Warriors as they will head to Jackson to take on an almost 1-2 Millsaps squad.  As others said, we were rooting for the Roos, but were also unsure of catching the Majors at home after a loss at AC.  Next week's return to Mississippi should be a good one. We'll be there just in case a lateral-fest breaks out. 

See you soon, Frank!

[Ralph Turner]

I summarize this game as a big road win for Millsaps, just like Centre picked up a big road win today.

[rooski]

I sincerely salute the defending champions - a high quality group. They found a way to win today. But also very, very proud to wear the crimson today.

[Tex]

I sincerely salute the defending champions - a high quality group. They found a way to win today. But also very, very proud to wear the crimson today.

There's a better than average chance that last game of the year in Sherman is going to mean something.  Sounds like AC played tough today. 

[Ron Boerger]

Interesting stat:  DePauw had 249 yards in the fourth quarter alone today ... after only 146 in the first three quarters.  They actually outgained Centre by ~30 yards.  So no snoozing on DPU, either.  Thanks to the writeup from DPU SID Bill Wagner for the pointer.  What a fun year ...

[Major Rev]

What a game in Sherman today - got to listen to the whole game which was well worth the time!
Austin is to be commended for a fine effort, Millsaps for finding a way to win.

By the way, if anyone kicks to that Galata kid again this year, they are absolutely insane.  And I was really, really impressed with Bowser...he must have had at least half of his yards after the initial contact.  We just could not bring him down every time it looked like we had him bottled up for minimal game.

Well, I hate the word is out.  Galatas also had a punt return TD called back today (had one earlier in the season also).  He could easily become another Chris Jackson who I'm sure Trinity's Tigers remember from a few years ago.  Galatas will run on the new Millsaps track team this year as well.

See you guys next week!

[pbrooks3]

Interesting stat:  DePauw had 249 yards in the fourth quarter alone today ... after only 146 in the first three quarters.  They actually outgained Centre by ~30 yards.  So no snoozing on DPU, either.  Thanks to the writeup from DPU SID Bill Wagner for the pointer.  What a fun year ...

Seems as if the Colonels' modus operandi in 2009 is to come out strong to open games & seize the opportunity. I didn't follow yesterday's game, just saw the recap on the Centre website. I did track their game the prior week against Maryville & it was similar to yesterday's effort against DePauw.

[Patriot_Pride]

I sincerely salute the defending champions - a high quality group. They found a way to win today. But also very, very proud to wear the crimson today.

And we salute you and your entire team, rooski. AC gave Millsaps all it could handle, and if not for one botched PAT, it could've been headed to overtime. The 'Roos are no doubt a Top 4 team in the league, but heck, everyone has got a shot this year. I see Austin being a .500 or better team this year, with a tough, tough schedule down the stretch. Good luck to your 'Roos the rest of the way, they showed tons of heart in Sherman and really deserved to be the victor.

[frank_ezelle]

My guess is that there are Millsaps fans reading and not posting, and that might include folks with sons who are playing on the JV team this year.  The photos from the 9/14 JV game with MC are at this link:

http://gomajors.smugmug.com/MC2009-10/JVFB2009/MCJV091409/9698101_mbU7h#655393030_Dvj6s

[TigerDad]

I know it's only Monday morning, but it's awfully quiet out there ... should heat up as we near the return of the Texas Tigers to Jackson.  Both teams seem to be a bit underpowered in their first three games this year ... since we have met later in the season in recent years, the dynamics of this early matchup might be different than usual. 

No doubt that Trinity will be well-prepared to return to Harper Davis Field and the Majors will have some ammunition loaded up for them.  Always a big crowd and festive atmosphere ... I expect it to be especially charged for the SCAC implications and the rivalry of recent seasons.

For those within driving distance ... or with some extra bucks for airfare ... y'all might want to get yourselves to Millsaps this weekend!  I predict a barn-burner with SCAC championship possibilities on the line.  For those who don't make it, I assume both sides will have webcasts fired up for Internet viewing.

Tex and frank ... bring your cameras ... and some extra memory cards!!

GO TIGERS.   8)   BEAT THE MAJORS.

[frank_ezelle]

I know it's only Monday morning, but it's awfully quiet out there ... should heat up as we near the return of the Texas Tigers to Jackson.  Both teams seem to be a bit underpowered in their first three games this year ... since we have met later in the season in recent years, the dynamics of this early matchup might be different than usual.  

No doubt that Trinity will be well-prepared to return to Harper Davis Field and the Majors will have some ammunition loaded up for them.  Always a big crowd and festive atmosphere ... I expect it to be especially charged for the SCAC implications and the rivalry of recent seasons.

For those within driving distance ... or with some extra bucks for airfare ... y'all might want to get yourselves to Millsaps this weekend!  I predict a barn-burner with SCAC championship possibilities on the line.  For those who don't make it, I assume both sides will have webcasts fired up for Internet viewing.

Tex and frank ... bring your cameras ... and some extra memory cards!!

GO TIGERS.   8)   BEAT THE MAJORS.

BEAT THE MAJORS??  

It would take a miracle for the Tigers to beat the Majors!!!!!  (oh wait, we can no longer rule out that possibility)

[TigerDad]

Ah, that was a good one, frank!   

[Tacttm1]

Frank...too clever!!!!  I'm still laughing!!

Now, I wasn't laughing while I stood in the stands and watched fireworks literally explode while that mangeled mess of a 'miracle' took place.  The fireworks' noise made for a stark juxtaposition with the stunned silence when that play was over..........players, some on their knees others winded with hands on hips, bent at the waist in total exhaustion and disbelief, parents in tears, and the Trinity team and fans overjoyed with their cheers and hollars echoing across the complex.  Then  the days and weeks of having to re-live the play with friends and then suffer the pain of watching it over and over on seemingly every sports broadcast for the remainder of the football season.

It is a day I will never forget and I am sure the Majors will use it to insure they never fail to be "up" for the TC game!

[Patriot_Pride]

I know it's only Monday morning, but it's awfully quiet out there ... should heat up as we near the return of the Texas Tigers to Jackson.  Both teams seem to be a bit underpowered in their first three games this year ... since we have met later in the season in recent years, the dynamics of this early matchup might be different than usual. 

No doubt that Trinity will be well-prepared to return to Harper Davis Field and the Majors will have some ammunition loaded up for them.  Always a big crowd and festive atmosphere ... I expect it to be especially charged for the SCAC implications and the rivalry of recent seasons.

For those within driving distance ... or with some extra bucks for airfare ... y'all might want to get yourselves to Millsaps this weekend!  I predict a barn-burner with SCAC championship possibilities on the line.  For those who don't make it, I assume both sides will have webcasts fired up for Internet viewing.

Tex and frank ... bring your cameras ... and some extra memory cards!!

GO TIGERS.   8)   BEAT THE MAJORS.

I'm not sure how good the crowd will be this year on the Millsaps side. Last game against Belhaven at home was awful attendance wise, and they're right across the street. With Mississippi State and LSU playing in Starkville, I expect a ton of our students to be up there. I would say over 60% of Millsaps students are from Louisiana.

Unfortunately it won't be 3,500 like the 2007 meeting, maybe around 1,000 at most.

[RooBro]

Well it seems no matter how many times I check,the score still says 31-30 millsaps. My eyes saw it, my ears heard it, but my mind does not want to belive it. What a great college football game that was at Jerry E Apple on Saturday. The champs looked stunned for the first half, but responded at the break with poise and determination. The front seven of Millsaps was the deciding factor in the contest.

I was able to take some pictures of the game. Here is the link,http://photos.bralystudios.com/(hope this is OK)