ACC honors Hurricanes' Robinson, Bosher Nov 19, 2008
The Lou Groza Award semifinalist also had a perfect three field-goal attempts. He made kicks from 21 yards, 31 yards and 23 yards. (Florida Today)
Georgia Tech has owned Miami in recent years Nov 19, 2008
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Rich's Rant: Phil & The Football Gods Nov 19, 2008
Where in the name of Lou Groza did that come from. Unreal. (BerniesInsiders.com)
Eight Players Get Coach Recognition Nov 18, 2008
He was recognized as a Lou Groza Star of Stars for his performance. On offense, junior right tackle and senior tight end were recognized for their blocking on the offensive line. (BamaMag.com)
Does Tech have Miami's number? Nov 18, 2008
He s a Lou Groza Award semifinalist. Tech s three-game win streak over Miami might not be all that relevant on Thursday, but it has to give the Jackets confidence. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
No. 23 Miami Travels To Atlanta To Face Georgia Tech Nov 18, 2008
Lou Groza Award semifinalist made three field goals in the win against the Hokies and earned ACC Specialist of the Week honors ... The Lou Groza Award semifinalist is now 16-of-18 in field goal attempts on the year. (Hurricanesports.com)
Special teams key in Alabama victory Nov 16, 2008
The Doak Walker list for top running back features semifinalist Coffee, the Lou Groza Award for kickers list has Leigh Tiffin as a semifinalist. Safety Rashad Johnson, who won ESPN's Pontiac Game Changing Performance for his three-interception game at LSU, is on the watch list for the Bronko Nagurski Award, which is given to the best defensive player. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Tigers Hit Stretch Run in Ames Nov 15, 2008
PK has been named a semi-finalist for the Lou Groza Award, which goes annually to the nation s top kicker, while LB has been named a semi-finalist for the Bednarik Award and quarterfinalist for the Lott Trophy, both awards which go to the nation s top defensive player. Senior FS was also recently named as a semi-finalist for the Thorpe Award, which goes to the nation s top defensive back. (Mutigers.com)
No. 7 Utes Play Final Road Game at San Diego State Nov 11, 2008
He is a top-20 semifinalist for the Lou Groza Award (nation's top placekicker) and top-10 semifinalist for the Ray Guy Award (nation's top punter). The most decorated weekly performer in Mountain West Conference history, Sakoda has won 11 career special teams player of the week awards, including four this season. (Utahutes.com)
Thomas Weber Named Pac-10 Special Teams Player of the Week Nov 11, 2008
The 2007 Lou Groza Award winner went 3-3 on field goals, helping the Sun Devils to a 39-19 win over Washington in Seattle. The sophomore from Loyola, Calif. (Thesundevils.com)
N.C. State-UNC game set Nov 11, 2008
LOU GROZA 'STARS OF THE WEEK': Florida State senior Graham Gano, Virginia Tech senior Dustin Keys and Missouri senior Jeff Wolfert were all named Lou Groza "Stars of the Week." The award recognizes the three top kickers from Football Bowl Subdivision schools who have made outstanding contributions during the past week. C-USA HONORS: East Carolina defensive back Emmanuel Davis and junior place-kicker Ben Hartman have been named Conference USA defensive and special teams players of the week. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Miami Preparing For Thursday's Battle With Virginia Tech Nov 11, 2008
The game will feature two of the top kickers in the country in Lou Groza Award semifinalists - of Miami and Dustin Keys of Virginai Tech. Bosher has made nine of his last 10 field goals and is 13-of-15 on the season. (Hurricanesports.com)
Big East Football Preview: 11/8 Nov 8, 2008
Syracuses Patrick Shadle, Cincinnatis Jake Rogers and West Virginias Pat McAfee are semifinalists for the Lou Groza Award as the top kicker, McAfee joins Cincinnatis Kevin Huber as semifinalists for the Ray Guy Award as the top punter ... 0 tpg) K Patrick Shadle is a semifinalist for the Lou Groza Award as the nations top kicker ... 0 tpg) K Patrick Shadle is a semifinalist for the Lou Groza Award as the nation's top kicker. (BlueGoldNews.com)
Four Utes Named ESPN The Magazine Academic All-District Nov 7, 2008
73 GPA in business marketing, is a 2008 a Ray Guy top-10 and Lou Groza top-20 semifinalist ... He has won a record 11 career MWC Special Teams Player of the Week awards (four this season) and is a two-time Lou Groza "Star of the Week.". (Utahutes.com)
Arizona State Heads to Seattle to Face Huskies Nov 7, 2008
The winner of the 2007 Lou Groza Award, presented annually to the nation's top placekicker, a First-Team All-American by the Associated Press and a First-Team All-Pac-10 honoree, Weber was sensationally consistent during his freshman season, connecting on 24-of-25 field goals (96 ... 2007 Lou Groza Award winner is on the watch list for the 2008 award as well as for the Ray Guy Award. (Thesundevils.com)
#11 Frogs Lose The Game And Their BCS Chances Nov 7, 2008
Freshman kicker and Lou Groza Semi-Finalist Ross Evans first attempt from 26-yards was knocked off the left upright. After TCU forced a three and out, Evans missed again this time pushing it to the right from 35-yards out. (CollegeInsiders.com)
Football Fan Primer - Mizzou vs. K-State Nov 7, 2008
Senior PK Jeff Wolfert has been named one of 20 semifinalists for the Lou Groza Collegiate Place-Kicker Award, presented by the FedEx Orange Bowl. 11/03/2008 - Football. (Mutigers.com)
Why is Pitt so inconsistent? (Today) Nov 7, 2008
is there some reason that he is not in the running for the Lou Groza Award. Thomas Sutton, Palm Gardens, Fla. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
No. 9 Utes Host No. 11 TCU in Thursday Game Nov 4, 2008
Sakoda, also a top-10 finalist for the Lowe's Senior Class Award, is a top-10 semifinalist for the Ray Guy Award (nation's top punter) and a top-20 semifinalist for the Lou Groza Award (nation's top placekicker). He was also chosen as the 2008 Midseason All-America placekicker by CBSSports. (Utahutes.com)
Wolfert Named Groza Semifinalist Nov 4, 2008
- University of Missouri senior placekicker has been named one of 20 semifinalists for the Lou Groza Collegiate Place-Kicker Award, presented by the FedEx Orange Bowl ... The three finalists will be honored at the Lou Groza Awards Banquet at the Palm Beach County Convention Center on Tuesday, Dec. 9th ... For more information regarding the Lou Groza Collegiate Place-Kicker Award and to follow the season progress, please go to. (Mutigers.com)
Senior Night, Blackout Close Home Season Nov 4, 2008
PK has been named a semi-finalist for the Lou Groza Award, which goes annually to the nation s top kicker, while LB has been named a quarterfinalist for the Lott Trophy, which goes to the nation s top defensive player. QB needs just 7 passing yards to reach 3,000 for the 3rd straight season (no Tiger QB had ever reached 3,000 passing yards prior to Daniel). (Mutigers.com)
College Football Notebook: Fulmer out as coach at Tennessee (Today) Nov 4, 2008
Senior kicker Kevin Kelly has been named one of 20 semifinalists for the Lou Groza Award ... He is No. 3 Penn State's first Lou Groza semifinalist since 1999 when Travis Forney was selected to the list. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Kelly a Semifinalist for Groza Nov 4, 2008
hasbeen named one of 20 semifinalists for the Lou Groza Award ... Kelly is Penn State s first Lou Groza semifinalist since 1999 when Travis Forney was selected to the list ... The top three finalists for the Lou Groza Collegiate Place-Kicker Award will be honored during an awards banquet and silent auction presented by the FedEx Orange Bowl on Tues. (LionNews.com)
Rebels win, have plenty to play for Nov 3, 2008
SHENE MAKES PRESTIGIOUS LIST: Ole Miss' Joshua Shene is among 20 semifinalists for the Lou Groza Collegiate Place-Kicker Award presented by the FedEx Orange Bowl, the Palm Beach County Sports Commission announced Friday ... These finalists will be invited to the Lou Groza Collegiate Place-Kicker Awards Banquet Dec. 7-9 in West Palm Beach, Fla ... The award is named in honor of one of the all-time great kickers in football history, Lou Groza. (Ole Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
Tiger Tamers Nov 2, 2008
After eight plays the drive stalled on the Tiger 16, and Joshua Shene, a Lou Groza Award semi-finalist, was true on a 34-yard field goal with 5:07 left before halftime for a 3-0 UM lead. Shene is now 12-of-13 on the season in the field goal department and has made eight in a row. (OleMissInsider.com)
#12 TCU Not Caught Looking Ahead Nov 2, 2008
He is the only freshman included among the 20 semifinalists for the 2008 Lou Groza Award. On a 23-yard third-quarter touchdown run, Aaron Brown moved past Mike Luttrell (2,312, 1972-74) into 10th place on TCUs career rushing list. (CollegeInsiders.com)
Bosher Named Semifinalist for Groza Award Nov 2, 2008
- University of Miami sophomore kicker/punter has been named a semifinalist for the Lou Groza Collegiate Place-Kicker Award given to the nation's top kicker ... Bosher, who won the local Lou Groza high school Place-Kicker of the Year Award in Palm Beach County in 2004 and 2005, is 12-of-13 in field goal attempts with a career-long of 52 yards already this season for the Hurricanes ... The Lou Groza Award is sponsored by the Palm Beach County Sports Commission. (Hurricanesports.com)
Jake Rogers A Semifinalist For Lou Groza Award Nov 1, 2008
Warsaw) was named one of 20 semifinalists for the 2008 Lou Groza Collegiate Place-Kicker Award presented by the FedEx Orange Bowl, the Palm Beach County Sports Commission announced Friday ... These finalists will be invited to the Lou Groza Collegiate Place-Kicker Awards Banquet December 7-9 in West Palm Beach, FL. The winner will be announced live on the nationally televised Home Deport ESPNU College Football Awards Program on the evening of December 11, 2008 ... The award is named in honor of... (WKRC.com, OH)
Evans a Lou Groza Award Semifinalis Nov 1, 2008
TCU's Ross Evans has been named one of 20 semifinalists for the 2008 Lou Groza Award, honoring the nation's top placekicker ... s has been named one of 20 semifinalists for the 2008 Lou Groza Award, honoring the nation's top placekicker ... Former Horned Frog All-American Michael Reeder captured the 1995 Lou Groza Award. (CollegeInsiders.com)
Sakoda Named Top 10 Semifinalist for Ray Guy Award Oct 31, 2008
Sakoda is also a candidate for the Lou Groza award as the nation's outstanding placekicker and was recently selected as the Midseason All-America placekicker by CBSSports ... He is also a top-10 finalist for the Lowe's Senior Class Award, was a Lou Groza `Star of the Week' on Sept. 1 for his performance against Michigan, and has been named the Mountain West Conference Special Teams Player of the Week three times this season. (Utahutes.com)
A BAKER'S DOZEN: Arizona State Oct 30, 2008
Sophmore PK Thomas Weber, the 2007 Lou Groza Award winner, has had three kicks blocked over the last month and has made just one of his last five attempts. He has made eight of 12 kicks after making 24 of 25 tries last season. (BeaverFootball.com)
Charlie Weis Press Conference Transcript (Oct. 28) Oct 29, 2008
Conor Lee is a preseason Lou Groza Award candidate. He's never missed a PAT at Pitt. (Und.com)
MATCHUP NOTEBOOK: Arizona St. at Oregon St. Oct 28, 2008
ASU: QB Rudy Carpenter (Maxwell, Davey O'Brien, Unitas Golden Arm & Walter Camp), DE Dexter Davis (Ted Hendricks, Nagurski & Lombardi), S Trey Nolan (Bednarik, Nagurski, Thorpe, & Lott), RB Keegan Herring (Maxwell & Doak Walker), LB Gerald Munns (Butkus), and K Thomas Weber (Lou Groza). 4-0 with a 44-32 win. (BeaverFootball.com)
Vote `King Louie' for Lowe's Senior CLASS Award Oct 24, 2008
Sakoda, a two-time Mountain West Conference Special Teams Player of the Year, Ray Guy finalist and Lou Groza semifinalist, won first-team All-America honors as both a punter (FWAA, CBSSports) and kicker (Rivals. com) as a junior last year. (Utahutes.com)
The Black QB Scramble Oct 24, 2008
Have some lineman kick field goals like Lou Groza and Jerry Kramer did back in the days. It may sound childish, but were talking about a kids game played by million dollar-making adults. (Slate)
Gamecocks go through Wednesday workout Oct 23, 2008
A preseason Lou Groza award candidate, Succop began the year by hitting 11-14 field goals. However, in the past two games, he has missed five of his seven attempts, prompting fans to wonder what is wrong with the All-SEC performer. (GamecockInsider.com)
Teggart to handle kicking duties Saturday Oct 22, 2008
Matt Nuzie, who was named a semifinalist for the Lou Groza Award, given to the nation's top kicker in 2004, struggled for long periods of time with his accuracy and his distance. Benched as a senior in 2006, Nuzie was eventually replaced by Ciaravino, who went on to his record-setting 2007 season. (Connecticut Sports -- Rivals.com)
Sun Devils Return Home to Face Ducks Oct 21, 2008
2007 Lou Groza Award Winner returns on special teams, looking to improve on a 2007 campaign that saw him go 24-25 on field goals and handle the punting duties ... The winner of the 2007 Lou Groza Award, presented annually to the nation s top placekicker, a First-Team All-American by the Associated Press and a First-Team All-Pac-10 honoree, Weber was sensationally consistent during his freshman season, connecting on 24-of-25 field goals (96 ... He is on the Ray Guy Award Watch List for punting,... (Thesundevils.com)
Seminole Kicker Graham Gano Takes Home Two Honors Following NC State Oct 21, 2008
Gano was named the ACC's Specialist of the Week and one of three Lou Groza Stars of the Week ... Gano named ACC Specialist of the Week and a Lou Groza Star of the Week ... Following a stellar performance on national TV versus NC State, Gano was named the ACC s Specialist of the Week and one of three Lou Groza Stars of the Week. (Seminoles.com)
Brick by Brick--Five Years Later Oct 21, 2008
Have a player be a finalist for a major award (Placekicker Tyler Jones for the Lou Groza Award in 2004). Have a player be named All-American (Tackle on the College Football News 2004 team). (BroncoCountry.com)
Atlantic Coast Conference Announces ACC Football Players of the Week for October 13 Oct 14, 2008
He was also honored as one of three Lou Groza Collegiate Placekicking Award Stars of the Week. ROOKIE Matt Conrath, Virginia, Defensive End, 6-7, 269, R-Fr. (Theacc.com)
Buehler vs. Weber Oct 11, 2008
Weber went on to win the 2007 Lou Groza Award, making 24-of-25 field goals. This season, Weber again ranks as the Pac-10 leader in field goal percentage and averages 42. (USC Sports -- Rivals.com)
BROWNS FANS DOWN: Dog pound still waiting for a winner Oct 10, 2008
Indeed, he was a Hall of Famer, just like 15 other former Browns, including Lou Groza, Otto Graham and coach Paul Brown. "Everybody just remembers Super Bowls, but the Browns were a very good franchise," Kapalko says. (USA Today -- Sports)
Scouting Report Oct 10, 2008
I have to believe Barth is injured as last year he was a Lou Groza semi-finalist and made 19 of 22 field goals. This year Barth is 1 for3 with both misses at distances under forty yards. (IrishEyes.com)
Arizona State Preview Oct 10, 2008
The Sun Devils have one of the top kickers in the nation in sophomore , who exploded on the scene as a 2007 frosh by making 24 of 25 field goal tries in route to winning the 2007 Lou Groza Award, given to the nations top placekicker. Weber also handles the punting duty for the team, but be on the lookout as he recently broke his hand and could have trouble handling punts against the Trojans. (WeAreSC.com)
Game 5: Speak of the Devils Oct 10, 2008
Arizona State Special TeamsThe nation's top placekicker in 2007 (winner of the Lou Groza Award), sophomore Thomas Weber has gotten off to a solid start in 2008. He's hit eight-of-10 FG attempts, with a long of 49 yards, and has helped ASU rank in the top four in conference in kickoff coverage. (USC Sports -- Rivals.com)
Changes coming this week in kicking game Oct 7, 2008
The Cardinals have struggled to find a replacement for Lou Groza Award winner Art Carmody and have used freshman Chris Philpott and sophomore transfer Tim Dougherty to try field goals this season. Monday Kragthorpe confirmed there'll be more changes made to try to shore up the kicking game. (Louisville Sports -- Rivals.com)
Kelly's winning kick a no-brainer Oct 6, 2008
But the Lou Groza Award candidate was in danger of melting this year, making good on just two of six field goal attempts. For the first time, UH opened the position up to competition. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Sakoda Candidate for Inaugural Lowe's Senior Class Award Oct 3, 2008
Sakoda, a two-time Mountain West Conference Special Teams Player of the Year, Ray Guy finalist and Lou Groza semifinalist, won first-team All-America honors as both a punter (FWAA, CBSSports) and kicker (Rivals ... Louie Sakoda is a candidate for both the Ray Guy and Lou Groza awards. (Utahutes.com)
Sakoda Named Semifinalist for 2008 Draddy Trophy Oct 3, 2008
He was named to the watch list for both the Ray Guy (punting) and Lou Groza (kicking) awards, is a candidate for the Lowe's Senior Class Award, was a Lou Groza `Star of the Week' on Sept. 1 for his performance against Michigan, and has been named the Mountain West Conference Special Teams Player of the Week twice this season. Sakoda, a two-time MWC Special Teams Player of the Year, Ray Guy finalist and Lou Groza semifinalist, won first-team All-America honors as both a punter (FWAA, CBSSports)... (Utahutes.com)
UCLA Kickers: Odd Men Out? Oct 3, 2008
Perez has been named to the Ray Guy Award list for the nation's top punter, while Forbath is up for the Lou Groza Award for the NCAA's best place-kicker. However, both men believe without the rest of their team, including their long snapper , those accolades would not be possible. (Uclabruins.com)
ACC sets kickoff times for Oct. 4 schedule Sep 23, 2008
Swank was also honored as one of three Lou Groza national kickers of the week. Wilson threw for 210 yards and three touchdowns in leading the Wolfpack to a 30-24 overtime upset of East Carolina, but he was injured and is out indefinitely. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Game Breakdown: Georgia vs. Arizona State Sep 20, 2008
Arizona State kicker Thomas Weber was the Lou Groza winner as a freshman and is 7 of 8 this year on field goals. He also averages 42. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Cougar Punter Selected to Ray Guy Award Watch List Sep 19, 2008
Turner joins Bell (Lou Groza Award), center (Rimington Trophy) and defensive end (Nagurski Award, Lombardi Trophy and Hendricks Award) as Cougars named to preseason and early season watch lists. An honorable mention, All-Conference USA selection by the head coaches in 2007, Turner currently averages 43. (Uhcougars.com)
Lobo Kicker Reluctantly Moves Into National Spotlight Sep 19, 2008
The five 3-pointers he booted in UNM's 36-28 upset of Arizona came from 34, 43, 48, 42 and 46 yards and earned him Mountain West Conference Co-Special Teams Player of the Week and also recognition from the Lou Groza Award as one of the nation's star kickers of the week. He is the first kicker in Lobos history to make four field goals over 40 yards in a single game. (Golobos.com)
Weber Excels in Double Duty Sep 18, 2008
Date: Sep 18, 2008 How do you follow up a Lou Groza Award season. Winning the Ray Guy Award would be quite the encore. (DevilsDigest.com)
Aho Named Lou Groza Award National Star of the Week Sep 17, 2008
Aho, who earned Mountain West Conference Co-Special Teams Player of the Week honors yesterday, was named a Lou Groza Award national "Star of the Week" today. Each week the Lou Groza Award committee recognizes the three top kickers from Division 1 schools who have made outstanding contributions during the previous week's games ... The Lou Groza Award is presented annually to the nation's top collegiate place kicker. (Golobos.com)
Stunning loss to UNLV drops ASU from Top 25 Sep 17, 2008
The Sun Devils (2-1) fell from No. 15 to fifth among others receiving votes after losing to the Rebels on a blocked field goal attempt by Thomas Weber, the 2007 Lou Groza Award winner as the nation s top place-kicker. Malo Taumua s block came after Kyle Watson kicked a 20-yarder on the Rebels overtime possession. (Longview Daily News, WA)
UNLV shocks ASU in overtime Sep 14, 2008
Nevada-Las Vegas blocked a 35-yard field goal attempt by Lou Groza Award-winner Thomas Weber in overtime Saturday night to stun No. 15-ranked Arizona State 23-20. The Rebels (2-1) rallied from a 20-10 deficit for one of the most significant wins in school history before a shocked crowd of 59,852 at Sun Devil Stadium. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Steve AschburnerINSIDE THE NBA Sep 13, 2008
Twenty-four seven, not to mention 19 (Bob Feller), 32 (Jim Brown), 5 (Lou Boudreau) and 76 (Lou Groza). Come to think of it, James' own 23 is a little threatening because it is his personal tribute to a guy who played in Chicago and now works in Charlotte. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Postseason streaks for the ages Sep 13, 2008
Still, 10 straight years is impressive, including three NFL titles behind quarterback Otto Graham, tackle and kicker Lou Groza and fullback Marion Motley. -- University of Miami baseball. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
MATCHUP: Hawaii at Oregon State Sep 12, 2008
Justin Kahut has made all of two his field goal attempts while Lou Groza candidate Dan Kelly is just 1 of 3. Hawaii's Ryan Mouton averages 21. (BeaverFootball.com)
Streak snapped, confidence intact Sep 12, 2008
As a junior, he made 16 of 20 field goals and was named a semifinalist for the Lou Groza award, given to the nation's top kicker. "Thinking negatively when you're a kicker doesn't help you in any way," Evensen said. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
A BAKER'S DOZEN: Hawaii Sep 11, 2008
MOVING ON UP: PK , a Lou Groza candidate, surpassed for second all-time in Hawaii football history with 272 career points. is the career leader with 395 points. (BeaverFootball.com)
Harrison Named One of Lou Groza Kicker Award Stars of the Week Sep 9, 2008
Air Force senior was one three kickers awarded the Lou Groza Collegiate Place-Kicker Award "Stars of the Week" honor for his performance Sept. 6 at Wyoming ... The Lou Groza Collegiate Place Kicker Award presented by the Fed Ex Orange bowl will be announced on the Home Depot ESPNU College Football Awards aired on ESPN on Thursday December 11th ... The three finalists will be honored at the Lou Groza Awards Banquet at the Palm Beach County Convention Center on Tuesday December 9th. (Airforcesports.com)
