Lions Establish 53; Pinner, Scott Cut Sep 4, 2008
51 Raiola, Dominic C 6-1 295 8 Nebraska 67 McCollum, Andy C 6-4 300 15 Nebraska 38 Robinson, Ramzee CB 5-10 186 2 Alabama 30 Bodden, Leigh CB 6-1 193 6 Duquesne 25 Kelly, Brian CB 5-11 193 11 USC 23 Smith, Keith CB 5-11 191 5 McNeese State 21 Fisher, Travis CB 5-10 189 7 Central Florida 99 White, Dewayne DE 6-2 273 6 Louisville 97 Alama-Francis, Ikaika DE 6-5 280 2 Hawaii 93 Smith, Corey DE 6-2 250 6 N.C. State 95 DeVries, Jared DE 6-4 275 10 Iowa 92 Avril, Cliff DE 6-3 252 R Purdue 98 Cohen,... (LionsFans.com)
CFB 'BAG: Too early to panic in UM, BCS busters and more Sep 4, 2008
Based on what I saw there in the spring and from some of Rich Rodriguez's quotes in the preseason, I was fully prepared for a repeat of Notre Dame's complete ineptitude in last year's opener against Georgia Tech. That Michigan's offense scored three touchdowns in its first game puts the Wolverines eons ahead of my expectations. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
ACC: Opening weekend proves tough to watch Sep 4, 2008
Georgia Tech running game vs. Boston College run defense: introduced 's option attack to the ACC last week by rushing for 349 yards on 46 carries in a 41-14 triumph over Jacksonville State, but the real test comes Saturday ... Georgia Tech strong safety picked off two passes against Jacksonville State ... Georgia Tech kicker was 0-for-2 on field-goal attempts against Jacksonville State after missing from 38 and 52 yards. (NC State Sports -- Rivals.com)
LeFevour huge in Detroit Sep 4, 2008
Among those who have reached out to defensive tackle Jeff Owens to boost his spirits since a knee injury ended his season Saturday: former Georgia Tech running back Tashard Choice. "I know it's just a little bump in the road," Owens said. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Rowing team gears up for a challenging year Sep 4, 2008
Some of the other rivals they will face this season are the University of Georgia, Vanderbilt, Clemson, University of Tennessee at Knoxville and Georgia Tech. Page 1 of 1. (The University Echo, TN)
Gamecocks Host In-State Rivals Clemson and Furman at Carolina's Cup Sep 4, 2008
SCOUTING CLEMSON A perennial NCAA Tournament team, Clemson was picked to finish 10th in the 11-team ACC Coaches Poll (Georgia Tech does not field a women's soccer team). The Tigers are under the guidance of first year head coach Hershey Strosberg, a former Virginia assistant in his first head coaching position. (Uscsports.com)
ACC ISP Sports Network National Affiliates: Georgia Tech at Boston College Sep 4, 2008
theACC.com - The Official Athletic Site of the Atlantic Coast Conference. Check back for updates prior to Saturday's kickoff. (Theacc.com)
ACC Football Coaches Teleconference Audio Sep 4, 2008
Georgia Tech coachPaul Johnson. Maryland coachRalph Friedgen. (Theacc.com)
Lawlor: USC's future to be on display Wednesday night Sep 4, 2008
"He'll go to the line calling his own pass protections and with two or three plays ready to call," said Tom Luginbill, a former quarterback at Georgia Tech and the National Recruiting Coordinator for Scouts, Inc. "No high school quarterbacks are doing this; he's the exception to the norm, and that's why he's way ahead of the curve.". Barkley will spray the ball around the field, eyeing seniors and Ario Winston, juniors Derrick Campbell and Andrew Roth and sophomores Victor Blackwell and Sean... (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Boston College facing Georgia Tech team that can run it up Sep 4, 2008
Paul Johnson has Georgia Tech on ground control by employing a triple option offense ... Say hello to the triple option offense Boston College will encounter when it meets Georgia Tech in Saturday afternoon's home opener at Alumni Stadium ... Spaziani knows he has better athletes than Jacksonville State, but he also knows Georgia Tech's offense can create havoc for any defense that has even the slightest breakdown. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Audio: Cronan on Kent State/GTech Sep 4, 2008
This week Peter talks about his impressions of BC's opener and what to expect this weekend against Georgia Tech. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (Boston College Sports -- Rivals.com)
Schedule Released For 2008-09 Women's Basketball Campaign Sep 3, 2008
The Huskies are one of seven NCAA Tournament teams on the schedule in 2008-09, joining Ohio State, Virginia, Georgia Tech, Maryland, Florida State and Duke ... Once again, the ACC schedule features seven home games, with NC State, Virginia, Wake Forest, Virginia Tech, Duke, Georgia Tech and Miami set to visit Chapel Hill in 2009. (Tarheelblue.com)
UCLA Gets Ranked Sep 3, 2008
Others Receiving VotesUCLA 91, California 79, East Carolina 56, Tennessee 56, Boston College 36, Florida State 29, Virginia Tech 25, Boise State 24, Kentucky 20, TCU 15, Connecticut 13, Cincinnati 13, Nebraska 12, Arizona 8, Oklahoma State 5, Notre Dame 4, Colorado 3, Georgia Tech 2, Bowling Green 2, Miami (FL) 1, Stanford 1, Tulsa 1, UCF 1. Dropped From RankingsVirginia Tech 15, Tennessee 18, Michigan 24. (BruinReportOnline.com)
ECI's Washaun Ealey Sep 3, 2008
Height: 5'11" Weight: 210 40: 4.45 Rating: Recruiting Information Schools Considering: Schools Visited: Worth Noting Committed to Georgia. Player Performance Strengths Fast; strong; great vision; quick feet; blocks well; catches well; runs good routes; leader; tenacious. Questionables Hasn't peaked yet; academics Player Updates 1:32 p.m. Friday, August 22, 2008 After Herschel Walker played his first college game against Tennessee in 1980, Georgia sideline reporter Loran Smith shared a quick... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
DE Johnson will stick with defensive duties Sep 3, 2008
Johnson said he was about to take an electrolyte drink when Georgia Tech fumbled away the opening kickoff, requiring Johnson to go back on the field. Second play I was out there, my legs started getting in knots, said Johnson. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Can Jackets maintain run? Sep 3, 2008
How will Georgia Tech handle B.C.'s mammoth D-line ... Can Georgia Tech avoid B.C. s mammoth D-line ... At 6-foot-7, 325 pounds, he s Georgia Tech s biggest player, and an even bigger asset this week. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Kaltefleiter: So hard to leave Athens Sep 3, 2008
It was Thanksgiving weekend; my wife was home with her family in our hometown in West Texas and I, still in Athens, was preparing for Georgia's regular-season finale against Georgia Tech in a day and a half ... It was Thanksgiving weekend; my wife was home with her family in our hometown in West Texas and I, still in Athens, was preparing for Georgia's regular-season finale against Georgia Tech in a day and a half. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Miller gives verbal commitment to Bulldogs Sep 3, 2008
Georgia won a fight with Georgia Tech for Miller. Kentucky, Minnesota and Stanford also made overtures. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Eastern League playoff preview Sep 3, 2008
The Georgia Tech product began to show signs of regaining his form during the last 10 days of the season after slumping for much of August. It's probably no coincidence that the Aeros began to play much better down the stretch than they had for much of August just as Hodges started heating up again. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Friday Feature: Maryland Defensive Lineman Mack Frost Sep 3, 2008
5) during 2007, despite playing in only seven games before suffering a season-ending knee injury against Georgia Tech Oct. 6. After sitting out spring practice to rehab his knee, Frost has returned to full strength and will be called upon to help anchor a defensive line that lost NFL-bound and. (Umterps.com)
Women's Basketball 2008-09 Schedule Announced Sep 3, 2008
Following the two straight home games against the Cavaliers and Hokies at the end of the month, Clemson will travel to Georgia Tech and non-conference opponent Western Carolina in the first week of February. The Lady Tigers will continue their home-and-home series with the Demon Deacons, Seminoles and Yellow Jackets as all three teams will play at Clemson in February. (Clemsontigers.com)
Hewitt to Coach in "Chairmen of the Boards" Charity Tournament Sep 3, 2008
Georgia Tech Official Athletic Site ... Support the Georgia Tech Marching Band as they "March to Manhattan" for the Macy's Day Parade ... ATLANTA - Georgia Tech basketball coach will be on hand as a guest coach Sunday when sixteen teams will lace up their shoes and put on their game faces to compete in the inaugural "Chairmen of the Boards" 3-on-3 charity basketball tournament Sunday in New York City. (Ramblinwreck.com)
Andrew Gardner Named ACC Offensive Lineman Of The Week Sep 3, 2008
Georgia Tech Official Athletic Site ... Support the Georgia Tech Marching Band as they "March to Manhattan" for the Macy's Day Parade ... Senior was instrumental in helping Georgia Tech rush for a league-best 349 yards against Jacksonville State last Thursday. (Ramblinwreck.com)
Tech Cross Country Opens Season Thursday Sep 3, 2008
Georgia Tech Official Athletic Site ... Support the Georgia Tech Marching Band as they "March to Manhattan" for the Macy's Day Parade ... ATLANTA - After a short preseason, the Georgia Tech men's and women's cross country teams open their 2008 slate at the Georgia Tech-Georgia dual meet Thursday at the UGA intramural fields in Athens, Ga. (Ramblinwreck.com)
2008-09 Atlantic Coast Conference Women's Basketball Schedule Announced Sep 3, 2008
The 2008 challenge will open on Dec. 3, as Georgia Tech hosts Michigan State, Ohio State welcomes North Carolina, and Florida State takes on Penn State. The ACC s league schedule is set to begin on Monday, Jan. 5, with Clemson traveling south to face Miami. (Theacc.com)
RAYCOM Affiliates: Georgia Tech at Boston College on September 6, 2008 Sep 3, 2008
theACC.com - The Official Athletic Site of the Atlantic Coast Conference. Station Website (for more info). (Theacc.com)
Baseball: ACC Fall Workouts Preview Sep 3, 2008
North Carolina enters fall workouts with the nation's most complete team, while Miami, Florida State, Georgia Tech and N.C. State are in position to compete for the conference crown in the spring ... After making yet another NCAA Regional appearance last season, Georgia Tech enters fall workouts high hopes ... Georgia Tech's offense also enters fall workouts with high hopes. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Southeast recruiting notebook: Charles' focus Sep 3, 2008
Catholic) plans to take visits to Georgia Tech Sept. 20 and Auburn the following weekend. He also plans to visit Ole Miss at some point during the season and says the Rebels are after him the hardest. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Women's Hoops Presents 2008-09 Schedule Sep 3, 2008
After hosting Georgia Tech on February 3, Wake Forest will finish the non-conference slate with a matchup against NC Central February 5 in Winston-Salem. Wake Forest will play its second game of the season against Clemson on February 8 at the Joel. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Aggies Face 21st-Ranked Ducks Saturday Sep 2, 2008
25) - Roady's Truckstop Humanitarian Bowl vs. Georgia Tech - W, 40-28 Hawai'i (Nov. 1) - Allstate Sugar Bowl vs. Georgia - L, 41-10 Boise State (Nov. (Utahstateaggies.com)
Tate, Wilson Named ACC Players of the Week Sep 2, 2008
Joining Tate as league honorees for the first week of the season are Wake Forest quarterback Riley Skinner, Georgia Tech offensive tackle Andrew Gardner, Miami defensive lineman Spencer Atkins, North Carolina defensive end , Virginia Tech cornerback Stephan Virgil and Miami quarterback Jacory Harris ... OFFENSIVE LINEMAN--Andrew Gardner, Georgia Tech, G, 6-6, 297, Sr., Tyrone, Ga ... Georgia Tech rushed for a league-best 249 yards and produced 484 yards of total offense. (Tarheelblue.com)
Riley Names Leader Sep 2, 2008
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Football, Basketball, and Recruiting ... com covers Georgia Tech athletics ... Alabama, Auburn, Southern Miss, Clemson, Georgia Tech, UAB, and Vanderbilt are all currently recruiting Riley. (GoJackets.com)
ACC woes open window for FSU Sep 2, 2008
Miami, Georgia Tech and Duke all won convincingly, but they did it against the likes of Charleston Southern, Jacksonville State and James Madison. Wake Forest and Boston College, which trounced Baylor and Kent State respectively, were the only ACC teams to defeat Bowl Subdivision opponents over the weekend. (Florida Today)
Two Canes honored as ACC players of week Sep 2, 2008
Other conference player of the week honors went to Wake Forest quarterback Riley Skinner, Georgia Tech offensive tackle Andrew Gardner, Virginia Tech cornerback Stephan Virgil. CaneSport Magazine publishes 25 times a year, 10 glossy monthly printed issues and 15 online or for a subscription price of $54. (Miami Sports -- Rivals.com)
UCLA shocks Tennessee Sep 2, 2008
They were joined by Hurricanes defensive lineman Spencer Atkins and freshman quarterback Jacory Harris, Wake Forest quarterback Riley Skinner, Georgia Tech offensive tackle Andrew Gardner and Virginia Tech cornerback Stephan Virgil. Tate had a school-record 397 all-purpose yards in the Tar Heels' 35-27 win over McNeese State. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Tech coach would rather not punt Sep 2, 2008
Does the Georgia Tech head coach go by the book and send out the punter. Or, does he play, I gotta be me. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Kicking game a concern Sep 2, 2008
The Georgia Tech sophomore kicker, who handled kickoffs, field goals and punts for the Jackets last Thursday against Jacksonville State, dedicated more practice time to punting than field goals before the season opener ... In addition to the field goal problems, Georgia Tech fumbled away one kickoff and nearly lost another. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Is Abry Jones really that good? We say yes Sep 2, 2008
CB Roderick Sweeting, Luella: Scout pegs this Georgia Tech commit as a four-star recruit and one of the nation s best 20 cornerbacks and top 200 players overall. Rivals says he s a three-star and only the No. 39 corner in the U.S. AJC says: Scout is right. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
What the Jackets learned in first game Sep 2, 2008
A look at what we learned about Georgia Tech and the ACC and its race to respectability in the BCS. This after seeing the two teams picked by most to land in the conference title game Clemson and Virginia Tech get bombed and upset this weekend ... NEW GEORGIA TECH COACH PAUL JOHNSON. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
• More State/National Stories • Sep 2, 2008
Georgia Tech 41, Jacksonville St. 14. Iowa St. 44, S. Dakota St. 17. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
LeFevour huge in Detroit Sep 2, 2008
Among those who have reached out to defensive tackle Jeff Owens to boost his spirits since a knee injury ended his season Saturday: former Georgia Tech running back Tashard Choice. "I know it's just a little bump in the road," Owens said. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Adkins, Harris Earn ACC Weekly Honors Sep 2, 2008
Joining Tate as league honorees for the first week of the season are Wake Forest quarterback Riley Skinner, Georgia Tech offensive tackle Andrew Gardner and Virginia Tech cornerback Stephan Virgil. Skinner earned Offensive Back of the Week honors by completing 27-of-36 passes for 220 yards. (Hurricanesports.com)
Fresno State opens season at Rutgers today Sep 2, 2008
The Bulldogs were 9-4 last season, including an impressive win over Georgia Tech in the Humanitarian Bowl. Quarterback Tom Brandstater returns to lead an offense that gained 571 yards in the that game against one of the nation's top defenses. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Jonathan Dwyer Named Candidate For Doak Walker Award Sep 2, 2008
Georgia Tech Official Athletic Site ... Support the Georgia Tech Marching Band as they "March to Manhattan" for the Macy's Day Parade ... DALLAS, Texas - Georgia Tech sophomore B-back has been named a candidate for the 2008 Doak Walker Award as the nation's top running back. (Ramblinwreck.com)
Tech Volleyball Takes Home Georgia Invitational Title with 3-1 Win Over Furman Sep 2, 2008
Georgia Tech Official Athletic Site ... Support the Georgia Tech Marching Band as they "March to Manhattan" for the Macy's Day Parade ... - pounded out 15 kills and notched nine block assists to lift Georgia Tech to a 3-1 (23-25, 25-17-25-17, 25-17) victory over Furman, helping the Yellow Jackets win the title of the 2008 Georgia Bulldog Invitational with a 3-0 record on opening weekend. (Ramblinwreck.com)
Georgia Tech's Alison Campbell Named ACC Volleyball Player of the Week Sep 2, 2008
GREENSBORO, N.C. - Georgia Tech's Alison Campbell, a freshman from Potomac, Md ... This week, Campbell and Georgia Tech will continue the non-conference schedule at home in the Regency Suites/Georgia Tech Classic, hosting Arkansas, Xavier and Michigan in the three-day tournament. (Theacc.com)
Notre Dame's 1953 Football Team Reunion Slated For Saturday Sep 2, 2008
On its way to a 9-0-1 record, the 1953 Irish defeated five ranked opponents, including wins over fifth-rated Oklahoma, 15th-ranked Pittsburgh, fourth-ranked Georgia Tech (ending a 31-game Yellow Jacket win streak), 20th-rated Navy and 20th-ranked USC.. Led by Heisman Trophy winner Lattner, the Irish ranked second nationally in total offense, and fourth in both scoring and rushing. (Und.com)
Braves bid farewell to Richmond Sep 2, 2008
"I'm sure they'll have great crowds in Gwinnett," added Richmond outfielder Jason Perry, a former Georgia Tech standout who also homered in the finale. Loadenthal had three hits in addition to his game-ending catch as Richmond won for the eighth time in its final nine games. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)
Web Run: Wall makes plans Sep 2, 2008
Georgia Tech @ Boston College. Chestnut Hill, Mass. (StateFans.com)
Few mistakes earn BC critical acclaim Sep 1, 2008
Jagodzinski wants to keep the Eagles humble heading into Saturday's Atlantic Coast Conference opener against Georgia Tech at Alumni Stadium, mixing praise with a touch of reality. On quarterback Chris Crane: "He needs to get playing time. He did some things that were really good and he did some things we need to work on.". (Boston Globe)
Sports scoreboard Sep 1, 2008
Georgia Tech 41, Jacksonville St. 14. Miami 52, Charleston Southern 7. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Same old Clemson collapse, only this time earlier Sep 1, 2008
A win over a middle-of-the-pack Maryland in 2006 or Georgia Tech last fall would've put Clemson in the ACC's title game. Finally, though, Clemson seemed ready to break through this season. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Tech passes test, greater challenges ahead Sep 1, 2008
And Tech has no reason to doubt itself. For all the talk about how this attack will fare in a major conference, Johnson's Navy teams have proved this type of offense could move the ball against ACC competition. (Georgia Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Drinking age debate continues Sep 1, 2008
Officials at the University of Georgia, Georgia Tech, Emory University and the University of South Carolina also said they do not support lowering the drinking age. Two Georgia presidents who signed the initiative, Kendall Blanchard of Georgia Southwestern State University in Americus and Robert M. Franklin of Morehouse College in Atlanta, have withdrawn their support, The New York Times reported last week. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Cory McCartneyINSIDE COLLEGE FOOTBALL Sep 1, 2008
Add it to 2005, when the Tigers lost 16-13 to Boston College in overtime and 10-9 at Georgia Tech; a win in either would have landed them in the ACC title game; 2006, as they turned a 7-1 record and a No. 10 ranking into a 1-4 finish; and 2007, where they rebounded from back-to-back losses to pull within a win over the Eagles of making it to Jacksonville, only to have it torn from their grasp. Clemson still has an ACC title to play for, but let's not kid ourselves here: More was expected from... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
BC's Crane passes first test Sep 1, 2008
Jeff Smith scored on a 42-yard run in the first half for the Eagles, who will open ACC play this week against Georgia Tech. Kent State's Eugene Jarvis, the nation's leading returning rusher, had with 51 yards on 11 carries. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Drummond on the Tech recruiting trail Sep 1, 2008
Unable to attend Georgia Tech s opening night win against Jacksonville State on Thursday, Flowery Branch senior Daniel Drummond said he ll be a regular fixture at Bobby Dodd Stadium for the remainder of the season ... I m looking for some talent that maybe Georgia Tech hasn t seen yet, said Drummond, who rushed for 25 yards on two carries and made 10 tackles (including two for loss) from his defensive end position during Flowery Branch s 28-25 loss to Stephens County on Friday ... Come to... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Thanks to Bama, Georgia's schedule just got tougher Sep 1, 2008
Georgia Tech should be feeling much better about things today: Granted, Jacksonville State didn t provide the stiffest test, but Josh Nesbitt executed the offense better than I thought he would in a opening game ... I saw enough last Thursday night to believe that Georgia Tech will be competitive in every game it plays this season and, at some point, the Yellow Jackets will beat someone they are not supposed to beat ... And it is now clear that there is no team that is going to physically... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Georgia volleyball defeats Furman 3-0 in Invitational Sep 1, 2008
Georgia Tech and Furman play today at 4:30 p.m., while Georgia returns to the court against Georgia State at 7 p.m.. Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Monday, September 01, 2008. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Georgia Tech Drops Georgia Volleyball, 3-1, in Season Opener Sep 1, 2008
Georgia Tech Official Athletic Site ... Support the Georgia Tech Marching Band as they "March to Manhattan" for the Macy's Day Parade ... - Freshman posted 20 kills in her collegiate debut and three other Yellow Jackets tallied double figures in kills as Georgia Tech dropped Georgia, 3-1 (33-31, 25-22, 22-25, 25-22), Friday night in the 2008 season opener at Ramsey Center on Georgia's campus. (Ramblinwreck.com)
Yellow Jackets Sweep Georgia State, 3-0, at Georgia Invitational Sep 1, 2008
Georgia Tech Official Athletic Site ... Support the Georgia Tech Marching Band as they "March to Manhattan" for the Macy's Day Parade ... - powered Georgia Tech's offense by hitting. (Ramblinwreck.com)
Volleyball ACCtion: Sunday, August 31 Sep 1, 2008
- Brittany Roderick pounded out 15 kills and Asia Stawicka notched nine block assists to lift Georgia Tech to a 3-1 (23-25, 25-17-25-17, 25-17) victory over Furman, helping the Yellow Jackets win the title of the 2008 Georgia Bulldog Invitational with a 3-0 record on opening weekend. "This is a good start for our season," said Georgia Tech head coach Bond Shymansky ... - Bailey Hunter powered Georgia Tech's offense by hitting. (Theacc.com)
This Week in ACC Football Sep 1, 2008
Georgia Tech 41, Jacksonville State 14 Paul Johnson's option offense was a hit for Georgia Tech. Jonathan Dwyer and quarterback Josh Nesbitt each ran for two touchdowns and Georgia Tech beat Jacksonville State 41-14 on Thursday night. (Theacc.com)
Audio: Jags Sunday presser Sep 1, 2008
The second-year head coach talked about the development of quarterback Chris Crane, gave a vague update on the BC injury situation and talked about what BC needs to improve upon heading into its game against Georgia Tech. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (Boston College Sports -- Rivals.com)
Croom gives Lee his chance Aug 31, 2008
on Sept. 20 to play Georgia Tech. Alum Bradshaw. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
