ALAMOSA, Colo. (October 20, 2015) – Adams State University returns to the road on Saturday to face New Mexico Highlands University in RMAC action. Kickoff is scheduled for 12pm from Perkins Stadium. Live coverage links can be found above.
Last Time Out For ASUTrue freshman quarterback
Johnny Feauto amassed 444 passing yards to lead Adams State University to a compelling 44-24 victory over Black Hills State University on Oct. 17 from Rex Stadium.
Feauto's passing yardage is now a single-game program record for a freshman and only 114 yards behind Bobby Saiz's overall single-game school record (558 yards, 1989). For his performance, Feauto has been named the National Football Foundation Colorado Chapter (NFFCC) Player of the Week.
As a team the Grizzlies posted a season-high 633 total yards of offense and dominated time of possession at 41:11. Adams State finished with the edge in nearly every statistical category in a game that remained within one possession until the Grizzlies scored 17 unanswered points in the fourth quarter.
About The CowboysNMHU is still searching for a win in 2015 under first year head coach Jeff Mills. The Cowboys rank last in the RMAC in both scoring offense (11.1 ppg) and total offense (289.0 yards/game). In their last four games the Cowboys have mustered to produce only four touchdowns. The program has produced only 10 touchdowns for the entire season. They were narrowly defeated, 38-37, by Western New Mexico University on Sept. 19. The Cowboys lost the lead in that contest during the last minute as WNMU found the end zone.
This past Saturday the Cowboys fell 56-7 on the road to Western State Colorado University. Behind 248 yards of total offense, NMHU was kept off the scoreboard until Sir Darius Yarbrough's two-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter.
In seven starts quarterback Keith Moore has thrown for 1,072 yards with 8 touchdowns and 7 interceptions. The program's running efforts are led by Davonte Lynch and Vincent Venegas with 398 and 386 yards rushing, respectively. Receiver Kirt Terry-Springs has a team-best 453 yards rushing along with 3 touchdowns. On defense Shelton Miles and Don Carter will look to make things difficult for ASU. Miles has a team-best 68 tackles as Carter has 58 tackles along with 4 sacks.
Last We MetDefensive back
Ryan Holland not only provided the winning fourth quarter touchdown but also secured the conference win for ASU against NMHU in their 2014 meeting. With Highlands driving towards midfield, Holland intercepted NMHU's Lance Orender and returned the ball 57-yards for a Grizzly touchdown with 2:20 remaining in regulation. He went on to top his performance with another interception during the final minute of play as ASU claimed a 41-34 victory over the Cowboys. At the time it moved ASU to 3-5 overall and 2-4 in the RMAC. For his performance Holland was named RMAC Defensive Player of the Week.
RMAC Rankings for ASUScoring Offense: 7
th (of 10)……………..22.7 ppg.
Scoring Defense: 8
th (of 10)………….....43.4 ppg allowed
Total Offense (yards): 7
th (of 10)…….…394.6 yards per game
Total Defense (yards): 9
th (of 10)…….…510.7 yards allowed per game
Ground AttackRunning back
Addie Brown led all players with 121 yards rushing on 31 carries in the win over BHSU. It marks the second time this season an ASU player has surpassed 100 rushing yards in a game (
Rashad Hall, vs. WSCU). His production now serves as a collegiate-best.
Back To FormAfter battling an injury over the past month,
Phil Romero returned to his usual form by snagging a game-high 9 receptions for 146 yards against BHSU. For the season, Romero has 469 receiving yards. He ranks 7
th in the conference with 67.0 yards receiving per game. He ranks 9
th with 4.7 receptions per game.
The ASU Tailgating Experience (Order Form)Introduced for 2015 home games is a tailgating area located between the Student Union Building and the Administration Housing office. Tailgating will be made available three hours prior to game time and close 30 minutes before kickoff. Food and alcoholic beverages may be brought into the sectioned tailgate area but are prohibited from exiting the designated area. Only gas grills are allowed and must be accompanied with a mat underneath to catch grease. No open fires or charcoal grills are allowed.
Reserve a tailgating spot today for only $10 and send completed order forms to
diannelee@adams.edu or fax to 719-587-7276.
As in years past, fans can also reserve the Party on the Patio and the Grizzly Club Box for homes games. Fans are encouraged to order today as select games have already been reserved. For more information, pricing, and to reserve a game
click here. Please send completed orders to
diannelee@adams.edu or fax to 719-587-7276.
The 5th QuarterFollowing home games fans can partake in The 5
th Quarter! This postgame radio show--brought to you by KSPK--will take place in Vistas Restaurant immediately following the conclusion of every home game. Fans can take in food and beverage while KSPK's Andrew Stossmeister and Justin Taylor recap the game and talk with head coach
Timm Rosenbach.
New Year, New GearUnveiled for 2015 is a white matte finish helmet as well as a traditional green helmet that has been used in recent seasons. The biggest change comes in the form of the official Adams State U-Paw decal that is prominently displayed on both. Under the Schutt brand, both styles incorporate a green facemask with "Grizz" written on the nose bumper. Adams State last wore white helmets during the 1970's before switching to green.
Both helmets not only incorporate a new style but an upgrade in student-athlete safety by switching to the Schutt Vengeance VTD II and Schutt AiR XP Pro VTD helmet models. Both models have been evaluated and given the highest rating possible (5-Stars) according to
Virginia Tech helmet ratings.
Introducing Your Team CaptainsAdams State University head coach
Timm Rosenbach has announced captains for the 2015 season. Senior lineman
Austin Andrade was named captain of the offensive unit as senior defensive back
Ryan Holland received the defensive nod. Meanwhile junior defensive back
John Flowers was tabbed as the special teams captain.
About ASU FootballSince beginning play in 1930, Adams State has captured 10 conference titles with five seasons of postseason play. The program holds a 6-3 postseason record and served as the NAIA National Runner-up in 1988. The program has produced 32 All-Americans and one National Coach of the Year recipient (Jeff Geiser, 1989-NAIA).
Team PostersStop by the athletic department offices in Plachy Hall to pick up your 2015 ASU schedule posters! Fans can also view posters at
www.asugrizzlies.com by navigating to the "Fan Zone" tab.
Stay ConnectedFor any updates regarding Adams State athletics stay connected with
www.asugrizzlies.com! Updates are also available through the Grizzlies official Twitter (@ASUGrizzlies) and Facebook (/TheAsuGrizzlies) accounts.
