ALAMOSA, Colo. (October 8, 2015) – Adams State University returns to the road against Chadron State College on Saturday from Elliott Field at Don Beebe Stadium. The conference meeting comes after back-to-back weeks of home games for Adams State. It marks the second conference road game for the program in 2015. Kickoff is slated for 1:00 p.m. Live coverage links are listed above.
Last Time Out For ASUPitted against tenth-ranked Colorado State University-Pueblo, the Grizzlies faltered 56-0 during homecoming week. It marked the first time since 10/5/13 that ASU had been held scoreless in a game. The difficult outing included six ASU turnovers and only 248 yards of total offense. Meanwhile, the ThunderWolves collected 592 yards of total offense highlighted by the efforts of running backs Cameron McDondle and Bernard McDondle. The brother tandem combined for 394 rushing yards and five touchdowns.
Defensive back
James Regan led the ASU defense with 9 total tackles (6 solo) as defensive lineman
Sione Mataele grabbed a rare interception to begin the fourth quarter. Mataele finished with 4 total tackles (3 solo). The offensive struggles resulted in
Zach Cimaglia recording 9 punts for a 45.2 yards per punt average. The junior landed three punts inside the 20 yard line with a game-high 67-yard punt during the second quarter.
About the EaglesAfter a win during the season opener, the Eagles went on a three game losing streak before a 31-24 win last Saturday against Western State Colorado University. With a 28-10 lead entering the fourth quarter, CSC gave up a pair of late touchdowns to bring the Mountaineers within one possession. Western State had an opportunity to tie but their final drive halted near midfield.
Linebacker Dylan Furrier ranks second amongst RMAC players with 54 tackles (25 solo). The senior recorded a season-high 17 tackles (6 solo) against Western State. Sophomore running back Derek Jackson ranks fifth in the RMAC with 113.0 rushing yards per game. The Eagles are under the leadership of head coach Jay Long who is in his fifth season at the helm. As a player for Chadron State, Long was a two-time RMAC selection at center and earned Farm Team All-American honors. Also wrestled at heavyweight while attending Chadron State.
Last We MetThe Eagles jumped to a 21-3 lead after the first quarter when they faced ASU in Alamosa during the 2014 season. Chadron State maintained their fast pace with 17 more points in the second quarter. The offensive surge placed ASU with a 38-10 deficit at halftime. The Grizzlies did manage to outscore Chadron State 21-7 in the second half but the early damage kept ASU at a distance. In Chadron State's 45-31 win quarterback
Auston Hillman threw for 105 yards and three touchdowns as Cameron Dechesaro added 85 yards rushing and a touchdown.
RMAC Rankings for ASUScoring Offense: 8
th (of 10)…………….23.0 ppg.
Scoring Defense: 10
th (of 10)…………..50.8 ppg. allowed
Total Offense (yards): 8
th (of 10)………391.8 average/game
Total Defense (yards): 8
th (of 10)………544.6 average/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.
