Thursday, August 27, 2009

Tarleton Football vs. Arkansas Monticello

Game Update:

> Kelan Luker takes a knee to run out the clock as the Tarleton Texans defeat the Arkansas-Monticello Boll Weevils by the score of 45-16. The Texans were helped out by the effort of Roderick Smith tonight who scored 4 1st half touchdowns. The Texans defense did their job holding the Boll Weevils to only 7 points until the Boll Weevils scored a couple of late game touchdowns. They also brought down opposing quarterback Scott Buisson 3 times after keeping consistent pressure on him all night. The Texans will look to continue their success next week on the road against the Northeastern State University Riverhawks.

> Arkansas-Monticello marched the ball down the field on a 6 play 80 yard drive that resulted in a 39 yard touchdown pass. The Boll Weevils attempted a 2 point conversion but were stopped just short of the end zone leaving the score at 45-16 with the Texans leading. With less than 2 minutes left in the game the Texans will likely run out the clock.

> Kelan Luker and the Texan backups entered the game in the 4th quarter and drove the ball down the field on a 10 play 45 yard drive. The drive ended with a 44 yard field goal by Garrett Lindholm. A little under 8 minutes left in the final quarter.

> The Boll Weevils hold on to the ball for 8 minutes and 42 seconds as they cap off a 17 play 87 yard drive with a 22 yard field goal. The Texans are still in control with the score 42-10.

> The end of the 3rd quarter and the Texans continue to lead 42-7. The Boll Weevils have put together a nice drive but was helped out with a 4th down personal foul penalty against the Texans to keep the drive alive. The Texans defense takes the field again to start the 4th quarter.

> The Texans continue the offensive show as Scott Grantham connects with Lester Hundley on a 5 yard fade route to the back of the end zone. Hundley went over the Boll Weevils defender to come down with a great catch while still getting one foot in to secure the touchdown. That score now puts the Texans up 42-7.

> Texans pick up where they left off in the first half scoring on the opening play of their first 2nd half drive. Evan Robertson returned the Boll Weevil kickoff to the opponent 47 yard line. On the next play Scott Grantham faked a handoff to Roderick Smith and threw the ball over the top to Lester Hundley for a 47 yard touchdown. The Texans defense held strong again as the Boll Weevils had to punt to wide receiver Devin Guinn which he returned to the Tarleton 35 yard line.

>End of the 1st half and the Texans still lead Arkansas-Monticello by the score of 28-7. Roderick Smith finishes the first half with 10 carries for 77 yards and 4 touchdowns. Smith's performance in the first half has tied him with the school record for most points in a half with 24. It also moves him within 1 of the school career touchdown record. Devin Guinn has 4 catches for 97 yards included a huge 49 yard strike to set up Smith's 3rd touchdown of the night. The Texans defense is doing their part by holding the Boll Weevils to 7 points and only allowing them to convert on 3 of their 10 3rd down attempts. Jamaal Steamer and Ben Taifane both have sacks on the opposing quarterback and have continued to get in his face throughout the first half. The Texans will receive the ball to start the 2nd half as they look to close out the season opener with a win.

> Roderick Smith continues his incredible night by pushing the Texans into the end zone from 2 yards out for his 4th touchdown of the half. The Texans now lead 28-7.

> Texans go up 21-7 after Roderick Smith's 3rd touchdown of the night. The drive went 3 plays 60 yards highlighted by a 49 yard completion from quarterback Scott Grantham down the right sideline to wide receiver Devin Guinn.

> Boll Weevils finally get on the board after a 3 play 70 yard drive taking only :59 seconds off the clock. The scoring strike came on a 46 yd touchdown pass from Ark-Monticello quarterback Scott Buisson to wide receiver Spenser Garrison.

> Texans increase their lead to 14-0 after Roderick Smith scampered around the left side for his 2nd touchdow n of the night. 10:25 left in the 1st half.

> Texans still up by 7 after the Boll Weevils couldn't take advantage of a turnover in Tarleton territory by running back Evan Robertson. A botched snap on the field goal attempt allowed the Texans to retain their lead.

> The Texans go up 7-0 after a 4 play 72 yard drive capped off by a 32 yard run around the left side by running back Roderick Smith.

The Tarleton Texans kick off their 2009 season tonight against the Arkansas Monticello Boll Weevils. The Texans come into the season off of their 8-3 2008 campaign and looking to improve on that record.

Wednesday, August 26, 2009

TexAnn road trip coming up


In less than 24-hours, the volleyball team will head up to Omaha, Neb. to participate in the 2009 UNO Showcase. After two weeks of two-a-days and the teams first week of school, the 2009 season will finally begin.

I'm looking forward to this season and seeing how well the players do. Good luck ladies!

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

It's Coming....

Several people have asked for updates on the Tarleton Football and Volleyball team and wonder why the info hasn't been updated in a few days.

Well, now you know! It's coming, and SOON! Like within the next 24 hours you will hopefully see an all NEW TarletonSports.com. Here's a sneak preview:


Between finishing the media guide (which is posted on the new web page) and uploading all the information from the old website that needed to be cleaned up and transferred... now you know what has been taking up our time lately.

So, tell us what you think and/or what you would like to see on the all new site. Leave the comments below.

You know what else is coming? Kickoff in two days and two hours from when this post was posted... more on that later!

Sunday, August 16, 2009

Around the bend

Let me take just a few moments to introduce myself. My name is Dameon Myres and I am the assistant director in the Tarleton sports information office. I oversee all things media relations wise for the volleyball, women's basketball, men's and women's cross country and track & field, women's tennis and baseball teams.

I'll admit, we started this blog page last year about this time and well - I just didn't put enough effort into it. it's not that I didn't want to, I did. However, I just NEVER did. I made a few posts here and there, but I have promised myself that I will absolutely put more effort into it this year and beyond.

With that said...

Volleyball is back for preseason-training camp and that means one thing - school is just around the corner. Usually I wouldn't be so upbeat about that, but only because the summer is over. But I have to admit that I am pretty excited about the upcoming season.

The TexAnns have a great opportunity in front of them this year and i can't wait to see what the team can do. Coming off an amazing 22-10 season last year - that ended just so abruptly. I was in Canyon when the TexAnns fell to ACU in the semifinal match of the LSC Tournament. I saw the faces of the girls that were coming back. And while I saw disappointment, I also so determination. Determination to make it right this year, and it all started with Shay Gracy getting on the bus and telling head coach Mary Domine Schndler that she was coming back for one more season.

Shay had made the decision earlier in the year that this was her final season. But the loss to ACU changed her mind. The TexAnns opened the match losing the first two games, then roared back to tie the match at 2-2. An remarkable comeback fell short in the final game and the TexAnns lost the game 15-13 and the match 3-2. I too was ready for 2009 as soon as that match was finished.

This team returns nine players from that team and while we lost the likes of Missy Castro, Allison Hill and Emily Richardson - we return the emotional leadership of Gracy and the core of Rachel Wolf, Shea McBrearty, Catherine Cutbirth and Jessie Hartman. Danielle Perkins, Kendall Hansen, Margaret Luedecke and Gina Galitski also return to the team along with six newcomers. This team is going to be exciting - very exciting.

So with the 2009 just around the bend, I'm ready. The girls are ready. Are you ready TexAnn fans?

Also on the docket this fall is the cross country season. The men's team finished second in the conference on the way to a sixth-place finish at the regional meet. All-regional runner Jared McNeil returns to lead this Texan team that lost just one runner. Should be an exciting season for this team as well. The women's team is young and while it lost two key runners in Kymberlee Trnka and Krista Morris, it returns the leadership of both Shelia Bishop and Morgan Kuykendall. I'm looking for this team to turn some heads as well down the stretch.

Fall is finally here. Go Texans and TexAnns.

Saturday, August 15, 2009

Fun Times at Texan Training Camp

The 2009 Training Camp has not been all practice and no play.

The Texans have had a few of chances to unwind and bond off the field as well.

On Monday night, the team saw the new G.I. Joe movie at the Stephenville theater before competing in the annual challenge on Wednesday: bowling.



The team also spent part of Friday Night at the new "Splashville" at the Stephenville City Park.


"This is great bonding time for our players and coaches," said offensive coordinator Scott Carey. "These are memories we can help build on for the season."

To see more photos from the bowling and swimming outings, click here: bowling - swimming.

Oh... and the offense won the bowling match. Let's hope they can move the ball and score this year like they can knock down pins.

Friday, August 14, 2009

Scrimmage tomorrow

The Texans will have a scrimmage tomorrow (Saturday, Aug. 15) at 4 p.m. in Memorial Stadium.

The offense and defense will go against each other in a "real-time" atmosphere. There will also be live special teams as well.

Coach McElroy said this about the scrimmage: "Really, this will be the first time we step away from the kids and see what they can do on their own. We will get them get out of the huddle and let them get the play and we'll get out of the way and see what they can do."

Come out and see the 2009 Texans.

Monday, August 10, 2009

Putting on the complete armor


The Texan football team hit day five on Monday, meaning they donned full pads for the first time this fall - and were excited to do so.


When the team went offense against defense for the first time in full pads, there was a lot of smack talking going on - giving each other a hard time. "You can't run that ball through here" is one thing that can be heard.


When all was said and done, both sides of the purple and white were happy with the way things went Monday as the team continues to progress through the training camp.


"We are really looking like a football team out here," said senior defensive lineman Alonzo Horton.


Do you have any questions for the players and/or coaches? Or just have comments? Write them in the comment section below or email tarletonsid@gmail.com.

Saturday, August 8, 2009

Hitting each other


For the first time this fall, the Tarleton Texan football team got to hit each other - with pads of course.


After two days of just jerseys and helmets, the Texans donned shoulder pads for the first time this season. Tarleton will do the same tomorrow before putting on all of their pads on Monday.


Let us know if you have any questions or ideas for fall camp. We will ask the coaches or players your questions, just leave them in the comment section below or by emailing tarletonsid@gmail.com.


Friday, August 7, 2009

Welcoming the freshmen

Tarleton football, men's basketball and volleyball team members spent time Friday afternoon welcoming the 2009 Tarleton freshman back to campus from Duck Camp.

Several of the clubs on campus, as well as the sororities and fraternities were also a part of the festivities as the freshman got off the busses. Live music, food and drinks were provided by the welcome parties.

The men's basketball team and women's volleyball team members passed out pizza and water while the football team joined the event after lifting weights. The pizza and water were donated to the event and the MSL and APA were in charge of getting the food donated.

Below are a few pics of the student-athletes interacting with the the student body.





Thursday, August 6, 2009

Day one is done

The Texans had their first day of practice Thursday and the players were excited to get going. So were the coaches.

For more on what head coach Sam McElroy, senior defensive end Jamaal Steamer and LSC South Division Preseason Player of the Year Roderick Smith had to say on the first day of training camp, go the offical training camp page on TarletonSports.com.

Have any questions for the coaches or players? Leave them in the comments section below, or email tarletonsid@gmail.com.

Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Texans report to 2009 Training Camp


STEPHENVILLE – Tarleton head football coach Sam McElroy and his staff welcomed the 2009 Tarleton Texan football team to campus Wednesday as the squad reported for training camp.

The Texans checked in to the dorm Wednesday afternoon and after meetings and filling out paperwork tonight, the team will hit the ground running on Thursday.

“This is an exciting time of year,” McElroy said. “It is good to see all of our freshman here and to have everyone report to camp. It is getting hot enough outside for camp, and we begin camp 106 strong. We start workouts tomorrow and play in three weeks, so we have to get going.”

The Texans kickoff the season against a real opponent on Thursday, Aug. 27 when Arkansas-Monticello comes to town, but senior linebacker Marcus Phillips is ready to begin on Thursday.

“I am excited to come in and be with everybody,” the Humble native said. “I am ready to gel with everyone and do what we can to win. I hope to get a ring in my last year.”

Fellow senior Dustin Washburn, an offensive lineman from Abilene, believes this year will be successful from the start.

“I think we are coming into this year as a total unit as a team,” the starting center said. “The guys that have been here and are coming back had a great spring and summer, and I believe the new guys will be able to just plug right in. We trust each other on the field more so than we ever have before. In the past, we had some guys that just played for themselves, but I think this year, every man cares about the man next to him. I think we will be more successful than ever.”

That is what all of the 106 members of the squad hopes as they enter the 2009 Tarleton Football Training Camp.

For more information on camp and for up-to-date information every day, check out the Fall Camp link under football and tune into the Tarleton Tales blog, Twitter and Facebook.

Tuesday, August 4, 2009

Have you been waiting for this?

Football season is here... well, almost!

The Texans report to campus on Wednesday and will begin practicing on Thursday.

For all the news and notes on the 2009 Tarleton Texan football team, stay tuned to the blog, Twitter, Facebook and TarletonSports.com for up-to-date information on your favorite college football team.

What information would you like to see and hear about from your Texans and the coaching staff? What questions do you have?

Post your thoughts, questions and comments below and we'll choose some to ask the players and coaches. This is one way YOU can get involved in Tarleton Athletics and the Tarleton Texans football program!