Wake Forest Football Practice Report, Aug. 12 Aug 13, 2008
The Official Site of Demon Deacon Athletics. Deacons work on two minute drill. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Deacons Practice in Full Gear for First Time Aug 10, 2008
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. The Wake Forest football team held its first practice in full pads on Tuesday evening at the Doc Martin Football Practice Complex on campus. The session, which lasted for two hours and 15 minutes, featured position drills, special teams work, 7-on-7 and 11-on-11 drills. (DeaconSports.com)
Wake Forest Holds First Preseason Scrimmage Aug 10, 2008
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - The 23rd-ranked Wake Forest football team held its first controlled scrimmage of the year on Saturday night at BBd. The Deacon offense scored 31 points led by a pair of touchdown passes from. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Wake Forest Practice Report - August 3 Aug 4, 2008
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - The Wake Forest football team resumed preseason practice this afternoon with a two-hour session held on campus at the Doc Martin Practice Complex. The Demon Deacons practiced in just helmets, jerseys and shorts, getting significant work in at each individual position group. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Wake Forest hopes football program built to last Aug 3, 2008
The 123,000-square-foot tower of luxury boxes, club seats and a press box that overlooks BB&T Field has become the signature metaphor for the unlikely success story that Wake Forest football has become since Grobe took over in 2001. The folksy coach with the self-deprecating charm and homespun wit took one of the Atlantic Coast Conference's perennial doormats, built it into a league champion and then kept it among the league's elite by returning it to a bowl game. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Deacons downplay hype Aug 3, 2008
The Wake Forest football team poses for a team photo during media day on Saturday at Grove Stadium. AP Photo by Rick Havner. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Deacons Host Media Day Event and Practice Aug 3, 2008
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - The Wake Forest football team held its annual football media day event on Saturday morning at BBd and then practiced for two hours in the afternoon at the Doc Martin Football Practice Complex ... This year we had fans, locals, parents and friends of parents wanting to know about Wake Forest football. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Deacons Hold First Football Practice Aug 2, 2008
WR Matt Hartford at Wake Forest football practice ... WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - The 23rd-ranked Wake Forest football team completed its first day of preseason practice on Friday at the Doc Martin Football Practice Complex on the Wake Forest campus. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Deacons report for preseason camp Aug 1, 2008
Members of the Wake Forest football team reported for summer practice on Thursday ... WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - The Wake Forest football team reported to campus on Thursday afternoon and will begin practice for the 2008 season on Friday. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Wilkes enjoys Wake visit Jul 30, 2008
by Jared SheltonJim Grobe and his staff have done an amazing job over the last few years of turning around the Wake Forest football program ... Wake Forest Football. (Wake Forest Sports -- Rivals.com)
Wake Forest Lands Four on Preseason All-ACC Team Jul 24, 2008
Four Wake Forest football players were named to the Preseason All-ACC team as selected by the media members attending the annual ACC Football Kickoff earlier this week at Reynolds Plantation in Greensboro, Georgia. The four include running back , linebacker , cornerback and placekicker. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Curry and Smith talk to the media on Day Two of the ACC Football Kickoff Jul 21, 2008
"It's interesting to see that people are becoming interested in Wake Forest football. People are saying we can finish in the top three of the ACC as opposed to our freshmen and sophomore years when they picked us 11th or 12th. On the other hand, it's kind of scary because some players will look at them picking us in the top three and think that they don't have work hard because everybody thinks we're going to be good. So it's on us as seniors to make sure everyone works hard and stays on the... (Wakeforestsports.com)
2008 Football Media Guide Now Available Online Jul 16, 2008
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - The 2008 Wake Forest Football Media Guide is now available online in PDF format. The 208-page document is the encyclopedia of Demon Deacon football and includes bios for players, coaches and support staff, a season preview, a 2007 review, history, records and information on Wake Forest athletics. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Wake Forest Ranked 17th in Lindy's Preseason Poll Jun 21, 2008
Lindy's Sports Annals has ranked the Wake Forest football team No. 17 in its 2008 preseason national poll. The magazine, which hit newsstands this month, also projects the Demon Deacons to finish second overall in the Atlantic Coast Conference. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Track Heads to NCAA Regionals at FSU May 28, 2008
wrapped up his career with the Wake Forest football team in December but is still competing as a Demon Deacon on track squad, where his 10. 55 100m dash mark at the Wake Forest Open earned him a berth to the NCAA Regionals. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Four N.C. schools penalized by NCAA May 7, 2008
Here are the APR scores for other area schools: Wake Forest football (964), men's basketball (974), baseball (975); Duke football (977), men's basketball (984), baseball (982); UNC-Chapel Hill football (947), men's basketball (995), baseball (985). Overall, there is much to be encouraged about with the latest data, Brand said. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Muncy updates his recruitment Apr 13, 2008
Wake Forest Football. Record: 0-0 (0-0). (Wake Forest Sports -- Rivals.com)
Deacons Focus on Running Game in Full-Pad Practice Apr 11, 2008
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - The Wake Forest football team practiced in full pads for one hour and 45 minutes Thursday at the Doc Martin Practice Complex in the final practice of the week before Saturday's scrimmage. The running game was a focal point of the session as tailbacks and took a majority of the rushes. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Football Players and Fraternity Members Square-off to Pump Up for Piccolo Apr 9, 2008
On Wednesday, April 23 Head Coach and the Meineke Bowl Champion Wake Forest football team will join with the men of Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity and other WFU fraternities to compete in a weight lifting and strength event to raise money for the Brian Piccolo Cancer Fund Drive. The Brian Piccolo Cancer Fund Drive was established by students in 1980 in memory of a great Wake Forest athlete/alum and Chicago Bears football star who died of cancer at the age of 26. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Demon Deacons Complete Third Full-Pad Practice Apr 9, 2008
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - The Wake Forest football team took the field at the Doc Martin Practice Complex in full pads Tuesday for the third time this spring for an hour and 45 minutes. This is the first practice for the Deacs since Saturday's scrimmage at BBd. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Second Full-Pad Practice Cut Short Due to Weather Apr 4, 2008
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - The Wake Forest football team shortened its second full-pad practice at the Doc Martin Practice Complex to one hour Thursday due to rain. The Deacs' previous practices have lasted about two hours. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Deacs Focus on Defense in Wednesday Practice Apr 3, 2008
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - After a full-padded practice on Tuesday, the Wake Forest football team had a lighter contact session on Wednesday afternoon, downsizing to helmets and shoulder pads. The Demon Deacon coaching staff focused largely on defensive drills in addition to continuing work on fundamentals at the Doc Martin Football Practice Complex. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Wake Forest Completes First Practice in Full Pads Tuesday Apr 2, 2008
The Wake Forest football team saw its first full-padded action of the spring when the Demon Deacons took the field Tuesday for two hours at the Doc Martin Football Practice Complex on the Wake Forest campus. "It was really sloppy. I told the players, `I'm glad we don't play Baylor tomorrow because we would be in a lot of trouble,'" Wake Forest head coach said. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Spring Practice Photo Feature Mar 27, 2008
Wake Forest football completed their first spring practice today on campus. Deacons Illustrated was on hand to bring you some of the day's images. (Wake Forest Sports -- Rivals.com)
Wake Forest football set to begin spring drills Mar 21, 2008
Friday, March 21, 2008. Published: Mar 21, 2008 12:30 AM Modified: Mar 21, 2008 03:09 AM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Wake hot on punter's trail Mar 2, 2008
Wake Forest Football Recruiting. Highest Rated Commitments/Signees. (Wake Forest Sports -- Rivals.com)
Ohio junior has two on top Feb 28, 2008
Along with the recent success of Wake Forest football has come perhaps the most talented group of recruits the program has ever pursued. Some of the top junior prospects in the country already hold offers from the Demon Deacons, and the list is growing by the day. (Wake Forest Sports -- Rivals.com)
Brian Knorr to Join Wake Forest Football Staff Feb 16, 2008
The Official Site of Demon Deacon Athletics. Air Force assistant gives Deacons three former Falcons. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Signing Day Headquarters Feb 6, 2008
The Letter of Intent faxes will begin coming into the Wake Forest football office shortly after sunrise and continue into the afternoon. Coach Jim Grobe has scheduled a press conference for 4:30 on Wednesday afternoon to discuss Wake Forest's class with the media. (DeaconSports.com)
Ellis: Expecting To Play DE Jan 28, 2008
Ellis, who currently has a brother on the Wake Forest football team, plans to sign with Wake Forest on February 6th. to read the rest of this story. (DeaconSports.com)
Wake Forest football player dismissed from team over threat Jan 27, 2008
Durham, Chapel Hill and the Research Triangle Region. A reserve running back for the Wake Forest University football team has been dismissed after writing on his Facebook page that he would "blow up campus.". (Herald Sun)
Wellman has Wake Forest on track Dec 27, 2007
It was Wellman who found Jim Grobe and convinced him to coach the Wake Forest football team seven years ago and it's Wellman who has convinced Grobe to stay in Winston-Salem when other schools have tried to hire him ... "In the case of Wake Forest football, Wellman and Grobe have demonstrated that a small private school can succeed on a national level. The Deacons' 2006 ACC championship remains one of the most compelling accomplishments in the league's long history.Wellman is the point man at... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Michigan newsstand - December 14 Dec 15, 2007
Ron Green Jr. The Charlotte Observer Wake Forest football coach Jim Grobe wants to keep the focus on his team's preparations for its Meineke Car Care Bowl appearance here Dec. 29, but it hasn't been easy. Mark Snyder The Detroit Free Press Michigan assistant football coach Andy Moeller was arrested last Saturday evening after refusing to take a breathalyser test following a car collision. (Michigan Sports -- Rivals.com)
Donte Hill, Norfolk Collegiate standout moving up Dec 14, 2007
Wake Forest Football Recruiting ... Wake Forest Football. (Wake Forest Sports -- Rivals.com)
Justice, Smith Named to AP All-America Squad Dec 13, 2007
The postseason honors continue to roll in for Wake Forest football players and. Justice on Tuesday was named to the Associated Press All-America first team while Smith was named to the AP third team. (Wakeforestsports.com)
AP Names Justice & Smith All-Americans Dec 12, 2007
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. The postseason honors continue to roll in for Wake Forest football players Steve Justice and Alphonso Smith. Justice on Tuesday was named to the Associated Press All-America first team while Smith was named to the AP third team. (DeaconSports.com)
Source: Grobe will remain at Wake Forest Dec 7, 2007
Raleigh, N.C. Wake Forest football coach Jim Grobe will return next season to the Demon Deacons, rebuffing an appearent attempt to lure him to Arkansas to replace Houston Nutt, a person close to the program said Thursday ... "I know Jim told me this morning, 'I'm the Wake Forest football coach, and I'm happy about that,'" Wellman told the News d of Greensboro, according to a story posted on the paper's Web site. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Grobe stays at Wake, not interested in Arkansas Dec 7, 2007
"We were talking about the future of Wake Forest football and how important he is to that future, and what a great job he has done thus far," Wellman said. "We've still got a lot to accomplish at Wake Forest and he's the man to lead that charge.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Grobe Clears the Air Dec 7, 2007
The last 24 hours have been quite a rollercoaster ride for anyone involved with the Wake Forest football program. Nobody could attest to that more than Jim Grobe, who has been the focal point for countless rumors and conjectures over the past two days. (Wake Forest Sports -- Rivals.com)
Nets' Kidd strikes back at speculation Dec 7, 2007
Grobe will stay put at Wake Forest Football coach Jim Grobe will return next season to Wake Forest, having apparently rebuffed an attempt by Arkansas to hire him to replace Houston Nutt. Grobe, who is 45-39 in seven seasons at Wake, said he is not receiving a raise or a contract extension to stay with the Demon Deacons. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Indications are Grobe headed to Arkansas Dec 6, 2007
Wake Forest football coach Jim Grobe appears to be closing in on Arkansas job. NOAH TRISTER AP Sports Writer. (SunOnline)
Adams is ACC's top rookie Nov 28, 2007
Joedy McCreary, The Associated Press RALEIGH - A Wake Forest football program that relies on patient redshirting and fifth-year seniors suddenly has produced consecutive ACC rookies of the year. Running back Josh Adams, who starred at Cary High School, is the latest freshman standout for the Demon Deacons, joining last year's winner, quarterback Riley Skinner, in a backfield that could have coach Jim Grobe's misdirection offense clicking for years to come. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Disorder prompts ban on Lawn tailgates for Virginia Tech game Nov 16, 2007
In reaction to unruly behavior on the Lawn before the Wake Forest football game, University administrators in conjunction with the Lawn resident advisor have decided to prohibit Lawn tailgates before next week's Virginia Tech football game. Whether future tailgates will take place on the Lawn is yet to be determined. (The Cavalier Daily, VA)
Grobe, Wake players talk NC State Nov 14, 2007
Wake Forest football held their weekly press conference Tuesday afternoon and talked about their upcoming game Saturday against NC State in Winston-Salem. Here are some quotes from that press conference. (NC State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Three Demon Deacons Inducted Into Omicron Delta Kappa Nov 8, 2007
is a tight end on the Wake Forest football team. After redshirting the 2005 season, Wooster has played in 23 career games to date. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Younger Ehrmann picks Wake Forest Nov 4, 2007
Tim Stevens, Staff Writer Wake Forest football picked up a commitment last week from strong-side linebacker Joey Ehrmann, son of former Baltimore Colt Joe Ehrmann. Ehrmann, 6 feet 4 and 205 pounds, had offers from Duke, Syracuse and Iowa. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Deacs' hopes sail wide right Nov 4, 2007
There was no place Wake Forest football coach Jim Grobe would have rather been. After all, Grobe had at his disposal Sam Swank -- one of college football's most reliable kickers. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Woods: We'll Be Big Time Nov 1, 2007
The Wake Forest football team has reeled off six straight wins, and is starting to reel off big-time recruiting victories as well. With all of the excitement surrounding the football season, it might be easy to push the Demon Deacon Basketball team to the back of your mind, but I'll give you three reasons not to: Al-Farouq Aminu, Ty Walker, and Tony Woods. (Wake Forest Sports -- Rivals.com)
Clemson vs. Wake Forest Football Game is Sold Out Oct 31, 2007
Football :: Clemson Tigers - Official Athletic Site. Clemson, SC - The Clemson vs. Wake Forest game scheduled for Saturday, November 10 is a sell out, Clemson Ticket Manager Travis Furbee announced on Tuesday. (Clemsontigers.com)
Clemson vs. Wake Forest Game Time Set for Noon on November 10 Oct 30, 2007
The time has been set for the Clemson vs. Wake Forest football game on Saturday, November 10 at Clemson Memorial Stadium. The game between the Tigers and the Demon Deacons is set to kick off at 12:00 p.m. and will be televised on ESPN2. (Clemsontigers.com)
Wake Forest Football Cracks Top 25 Oct 29, 2007
The Wake Forest football team returned to the Associated Press Top 25 on Sunday, Oct. 28, checking in at number 21. The Deacons are 6-2 on the season after Saturday's 37-10 win over North Carolina. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Grobe had WFU ticking in a dominant victory Oct 28, 2007
The Wake Forest football coach said "It's not about me it's all about the team.". The requested content is restricted to registered users. (Herald Sun)
Basketball Teams to Hold Autograph Sessions this Weekend Oct 25, 2007
The Wake Forest Men's and Women's basketball teams will have an autograph session on Saturday October 27th, prior to the noon kickoff of the Wake Forest Football game vs North Carolina ... Your chance to get the early scouting report about Wake Forest Football and Wake Forest Athletics. (Wakeforestsports.com)
The Wake of success Oct 23, 2007
If timing is everything, Saturday's North Carolina at Wake Forest football game should mean a lot. I mean the Deacs -- that's the Deacs of late, last season and this one -- usually accelerate about this time of year. (Herald Sun)
ACC Select Schedule: Week of October 22-28 Oct 23, 2007
Lineup includes North Carolina at Wake Forest football, in addition to a full schedule of Olympic sport events. Oct. 22, 2007. (Theacc.com)
Givens Gives Wake Commitment #12 Oct 23, 2007
The Wake Forest football team is on a roll on the gridiron, reeling off five wins in a row, including last Saturday's 44-24 win over Navy. The Demon Deacons are also on a roll off the field, as they picked up their twelfth commitment for the 2008 class, Chris Givens. (Wake Forest Sports -- Rivals.com)
Adams' mark felt at Wake Oct 4, 2007
A.J. Carr, Staff Writer All along, Wake Forest football coaches knew Josh Adams was an explosive running back. Now Demon Deacons opponents are getting a glimpse of the redshirt freshman's flash and dash. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Wake vs. Duke Preview Oct 2, 2007
Last season Wake Forest football experienced a magical season which culminated in an ACC Championship and a trip to the Orange Bowl. Amidst the monumental victories against programs such as Florida State, Boston College, and Georgia Tech, was Chip Vaughn's blocked field goal helping the Deacs squeak by the Duke Blue Devils. (Wake Forest Sports -- Rivals.com)
Tiger Cub Club Signup and Renewal Information Sep 26, 2007
The celebration will begin three hours before the kick off of the Clemson vs. Wake Forest football game and will last for an hour and a half. Make sure your cub is a member of the Tiger Cub Club so he or she can enjoy the birthday celebration. (Clemsontigers.com)
Wake Forest Baseball Alumni Weekend Scheduled for Oct. 11-13 Sep 26, 2007
Schedule of Events: Thursday, Oct. 11 - Pre-game tailgate, Wake Forest football game against Florida State Friday, Oct. 12 - Golf outing at Tanglewood, dinner Saturday, Oct. 13 - Home run derby, Black World Series. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Wake Forest Football Game Notes Sep 19, 2007
The Official Site of Demon Deacon Athletics. Wake Forest's Riley Skinner. (Wakeforestsports.com)
100% Cotten: Seeing Red Sep 12, 2007
Isn't it great that expectations have skyrocketed for Wake Forest football. Both from the inside as well as the outside. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Tiger Cub Club Birthday Party to be Held November 10 at Clemson vs. Wake Forest Football Game Sep 8, 2007
IPTAY :: Clemson Tigers - Official Athletic Site. IPTAY has announced that Tiger Cub Club Day and the Tiger Cub Birthday Party will be held in conjunction with the November 10 football game versus Wake Forest. (Clemsontigers.com)
Kerry Major Speaks Out Sep 8, 2007
Last Saturday was a disappointing start to the 2007 Wake Forest football campaign. The defense had a tough time keeping up with Matt Ryan and a talented corps of Boston College receivers. (Wake Forest Sports -- Rivals.com)
Join the Wake Forest Football Team for Deacon Walk Sep 8, 2007
The Official Site of Demon Deacon Athletics. Fans can cheer on the Deacs as they prepare to battle Nebraska. (Wakeforestsports.com)
