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FootballGolden Bulls Set to Host Saint Augustine's Falcons
Oct. 10, 2008
Complete Saint Augustine's Game Notes 2008 Johnson C. Smith University Football Game 7 Johnson C. Smith “Golden Bulls” (1-5) vs. Saint Augustine’s “Falcons” (2-4) October 11, 2008 – 6:00 p.m. – Irwin Belk Complex All-Time...This week’s game is the 29th meeting between Johnson C. Smith University and Saint Augustine’s College dating back to the first contest in 1934. SAC has won 4 of the last 5 contests since reinstituting football in 2003. The series record is 14-13-1 in favor of the Golden Bulls.
SERIES HISTORY
Overall: JCSU leads series, 14-13-1 Current Streak: JCSU snapped a four game losing streak last year First Meeting: 1934 Last Meeting: September 22, 2007, JCSU won 33-30 Biggest JCSU Win: 42, 1937 (42-0) Biggest SAC Win: 42, 1956 (42-0) Games Decided by 7 points or less: 11
The Last Meeting…For several reasons Johnson C. Smith University came into their first conference game with winning on their mind. A win would keep them at first place in the CIAA's western division, give JCSU their first win over St. Augustine's since the Falcons reinstituted their program in 2003, and break JCSU's two game losing streak. Johnson C. Smith (2-2, 1-0CIAA) emerged victorious over St. Augustine's College (0-4, 0-1 CIAA) by a score of 33-30. Herbert Collins, III converted a 25-yard field with eight seconds left to propel JCSU to victory.
Scoring Streak...JCSU has scored in 40 consecutive games dating back to a 56-0 shutout by Wofford in Spartanburg, in 2004.
Golden Bull Football on the Internet…All Johnson C. Smith University home football games can be seen on the internet at www.goldenbullsports.com via Gametracker. Gametracker provides a virtual play-by-play and statistical information as the game happens. Fans can also listen to all home games live on the internet via www.redzonemedia.com. JCSU Professor Herman Howard and his team of sports broadcasting students will deliver all the live action. GAME CENTER Johnson C. Smith Record: 1-5, 0-3 CIAA Ranking: n/a Last game: Lost to Livingstone, 32-26 Head Coach: Daryl C. McNeill, Sr. Overall record: 31-48-0 (5+ years) at JCSU: 21-35-0 (6th season,2nd tenure) vs. SAC: 1-2 (4th meeting)
Saint Augustine’s Record: 2-4, 1-2 CIAA Ranking: n/a Last game: Defeated Shaw, 27-16 Head Coach: Michael Costa Overall record: 25-39 (6+ years) at SAC: 35-78 (12th season) vs. JCSU: 4-1 (5th meeting)
QUICK NOTES •Johnson C. Smith (1-5) won the last meeting against Saint Augustine’s (2-4) in a nail biter contest in Raleigh. It took a last second field goal to propel JCSU to victory. Both teams are struggling this year, but SAC’s defense has always been stout. Today’s game pits the number one pass offense in the conference (JCSU) against the number three pass defense in the CIAA (SAC).
· Senior quarterback Carlton Richardson moved to third on the all-time passing list with his performance against Livingstone. Richardson now has 4,537 passing yards. He also moved to number two all-time in total offense with 4,961 yards (4,537 passing, 424 rushing).
A Look Ahead...Johnson C. Smith will return play the second of a two game home stand vs. the always defensively stout Saint Augustine’s College.
Franklin Named Receiver of the Week…JCSU sophomore wide receiver Jeremy Franklin was named CIAA Receiver of the Week for his performance against Livingstone College. The Casselberry, Fla. Native had 7 receptions for 142 yards and two touchdowns.
Falcons Feeling Good…After beginning the season with a huge win over nationally ranked Catawba College, SAC went on a four game losing skid. However, the Falcons defeated cross-town rival and defending CIAA Champion Shaw University 27-16 last week to snap the streak.
Defense They Are…Saint Augustine’s has been known for their stout defense and this year is no different. The Falcons are ranked third in pass offense holding opponents to just 155.5 passing yards per game. SAC also boasts the number one player in sacks (Phillip Stevenson) and in tackles for loss (Marcus Kennedy).
Strong Leg…Sophomore kicker/punter Julius Wright leads the conference in punting averaging just under 40 yards per punt.
Richardson Over 1,000 Passing Yards Again…Senior quarterback Carlton Richardson crossed the 1,000 passing yard last week vs. Livingstone. He now has 1,140 yards on the season.
Number One Pass Offense vs. Number Three Pass Defense…JCSU has the number one pass offense in the CIAA averaging 211 ypg, however the Falcons are holding opponents to just 155 yards per game.
Franklin Keeps on Catching...Jeremy Franklin enters the LC game having caught at least one pass in 16 consecutive games, which happens to be every game he has played in his collegiate career. The redshirt sophomore has 1,360 career yards and 12 touchdowns in his young career.
A Golden Bull Win Will... Give JCSU their second win of the 2008 season Give JCSU their first conference win Snap JCSU’s three-game losing skid
National Rankings (Top 30) Johnson C. Smith T-21st in Receptions Per Game (6.33) 9th Receiving Yards Per Game (103.3)
Saint Augustine’s 16th in Pass Defense (155.50) 25th in Total Defense (282.67) T-26th in Sacks (2.83)
Marcus Kennedy T-11th Tackles for Loss (1.83) Phillip Stevenson T- 12th in Sacks (.92)
How They Stack Up... JCSU SAC Scoring Offense 19.0 ppg 14.7 ppg Scoring Defense 36.0 ppg 19.7 ppg Rushing Offense 102.2 ypg 153.8 ypg Rushing Defense 208.5 ypg 127.2 ypg Pass Offense 211.3 ypg 106.5 ypg Pass Defense 195.3 ypg 155.5 ypg Total Offense 313.5 ypg 260.3 ypg Total Defense 403.8 ypg 282.7 ypg Time of Possession 32:38 ypg 30:40 Red Zone Offense 68.2% 64.7% Red Zone Defense 83.3% 57.1%
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