ALAMOSA, Colo. (September 16, 2015) – Conference play begins on Saturday for Adams State University as they take on Colorado Mesa University from Ralph Stocker Stadium. Live coverage to be provided by CMU using the links above.
Last Time Out For Adams StateAn early 14-0 lead in ASU's home opener didn't last as Eastern New Mexico University tied the game by the end of the first quarter. The tightly contested opening stanza provided ASU with a 21-20 edge going into halftime. However, momentum shifted to ENMU moving forward as the Greyhounds outscored the Grizzlies 24-9 in the second half. Junior quarterback
Auston Hillman led the offensive unit that finished with 534 yards of total offense. Individually Hillman accounted for 363 all-purpose yards. The signal caller went 24-of-35 for 272 yards and two touchdowns. On the ground he added 91 yards rushing on 13 attempts.
About The MavericksUnder fourth year head coach Russ Martin, CMU enters conference play with a 1-1 record. The program solidly defeated Dixie State, 43-3, in the season opener but fell last week in overtime to Midwestern State, 16-13. Amongst conference teams, CMU ranks first in scoring defense (9.5 ppg. allowed). The defensive unit in anchored by two-time RMAC player of the week recipient, Tom Saager, who leads the conference with 27 total tackles. The sophomore also has a 98-yard interception return for a touchdown during the 2015 season.
Last We MetThe Grizzlies trailed 13-0 at halftime and 28-0 after the third quarter in last season's meeting between the two foes. ASU retaliated with 20 unanswered fourth quarter points but ran out of time to complete the comeback. Ultimately losing 28-20, the Grizzlies were led by receiver
Phil Romero. Romero snagged a pair of touchdown receptions for 91 yards. Linebacker
John Reed paced the defense with 7 tackles. All three of ASU's fourth quarter touchdown drives were 80 yards or longer and took less than three minutes on drive to reach paydirt.
Hall For Six!Senior running back
Rashad Hall notched his first ASU touchdown against Eastern New Mexico. The 6-foot-1 product out of Lynchburg, Va. had 17 carries for 82 yards and a touchdown against ENMU. He also had two receptions for 20 yards. For the season Hall has 103 yards rushing with a long of 44 yards.
Stepping UpJunior defensive back
James Regan tallied a collegiate-best 14 (11 solo) tackles against ENMU. He added 1.5 tackles for loss (2 yards) and a pass breakup. Junior defensive back Joh Flowers added 8 tackles (5 solo). Senior defensive lineman
Quincey Davison provided 5 tackles (3 solo) and a pair of sacks.
Conference LeadersAfter two games, Romero leads the RMAC with 7.5 receptions/game. Romero also ranks sixth with 81.0 receiving yards/game. Quarterbacks
Johnny Feauto and Hillman rank third and fourth, respectively, in pass efficiency. Furthermore, Hillman ranks fourth in total offense (251 yards/game). Defensively, Davison is tied for second in sacks (2).
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.
