Black and Blue Game.

With the rain coming down, the 2009 Faulkner Eagles took the field for the annual spring game. Because of earlier competition during the spring, the offense won the right to wear the black uniforms for the game. Thus the name new name "Black and Blue" game. We had hoped for better weather, but it turned out okay in the end.

This year Coach Baker implemented a scoring system that would allow the defense to score points. It was a tight game all the way until 3:12 left in the game when Jurrell Williams caught a pass and a key block from Bobby Britton and went 80 yards for the winning score. The score gave the offense a 37-34 victory over the defense. TJ Jacobs and Nick Garrett combined to go 27-36 for 405 yards and 3 touchdowns. Williams caught 4 passes for 111 yards. Luther Burton 4 catches for 91 yards. The ground game struggled at times, but still was able to gain 100 yards and 1 touchdown by Lincoln Taylor.

Defense was led by Roger Barker who recorded two sacks. Quintory Braswell, Anthony Haywood, and Emmanuel Godfrey each had 4 tackles. Leroy Whitner recorded some points with an interception in the 2nd quarter. Justin Gomez scooped a fumble and scampered 48 yards before get run down on the 1 yard line (by Joe Burton who fumbled).

All in all, it was a great day even with bad weather. A large number of fans came out to watch. We also had about 20 recruits out to watch. After the game, we had a great lunch prepared by the coaches wives and families. It was a great day.

Now it's back to the weight room/classroom to get prepared for the season. The Eagles open up with Webber College in Orlando on August 29th.

GO EAGLES!

Eagles Offense Soars During Spring Scrimmage.

Last Saturday we took are show on the road and had a scrimmage at Jefferson Davis High School. Needless to say it was a day that our defense would like to forget. On the flip side of that, the offense showed that they have improved this spring. The Eagles ground game had 12 carries for 129 yards and one touchdown (no fumbles). The Faulkner air attack went 21-31 for 272 yards and 2 touchdowns. The offense could have added another touchdown late, but got bogged down inside the 20 and went for it on 4th and long. The defense did stand tall on several plays with two interceptions and two sacks.

All in all, the team is looking very good this spring. As we prepare for our third season of competition at Faulkner University, our older guys are now stepping up and taking a leadership role. There are several former red shirts making a name for themselves and are moving quickly into key roles. Things are setting up nicely for the annual Blue and White game scheduled for this Saturday at Cramton Bowl at 10 am. Come out and see how far your Faulkner Eagles have come. We'll see you out there.

GO EAGLES!

Last week of spring practice.

Heading into the last week of spring practice, things are starting to come together. It's amazing how far we have come in such a short time. Defense is looking very strong. They have been giving fits to our running game. This is a welcome sign, since last season we had trouble with defending the run. The defensive coaches addressed that problem early this spring and it shows. Not to be out down, the offense is really clicking in the pass game. If we can't get the ball to the backs on the ground we'll get it to them in the air and we have done just that. This week will be all polish for the Blue and White game on Saturday March 14th. The players have already begun the chatter back and fourth that comes with a big game. I think I even saw a smile from the offensive coordinator yesterday.

I'm glad so many of you read the blog, but instead of reading about the Blue and White game on the blog, come on out and see it for yourself on Saturday. It is going to be a great game. See you there.

Blue and White Game.

Last week we had temps in the 70's, storms with tornados, then capped with a weekend of snow. To say the least, we have missed a few days of practice. Even with that being said, we came out Monday and had a great practice. After the offense dominated the defense last week, they came back on Monday and had some revenge. The attitude and fire of both sides of the ball is looking good. Defense, led by senior Sean Thom are flying around and making plays. While the offense are connecting on many of their pass plays. The improvement from last spring to this spring is evident. This is setting up for a great annual Blue and White showdown on March 14th. Last year, the offense was learning a new offense, and now it looks that the team has bought into the system and are hitting on all cylinders. If you are looking for a great show of our athletes, come out on March 14th at 10am in the Cramton Bowl. Not only will the Faulkner Family be out in force, but so will all of our 2009 recruits. Make your plans to come out for some Faulkner fun and football.