Oct 2, 2009

Football Hosts Unbeaten Bentley with First Place on the Line

MERRIMACK COLLEGE FOOTBALL

Saturday, October 3, 2009, Game #5 vs. Bentley, 1 p.m.

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WARRIORS BATTLE BENTLEY IN FIRST-PLACE SHOWDOWN

UPDATE
The Falcons hold a 10-5 all-time series advantage. Last year, the Warriors defeated Bentley 27-11 in Waltham, snapping the their three-game losing streak against the Falcons. Merrimack has not defeated Bentley in Andover since 2000, spanning four meetings.

SERIES
The Falcons hold a 10-5 all-time advantage in the season series. Last year, the Warriors snapped a three-game losing streak, defeating Bentley 27-11 in Waltham. Merrimack has not defeated the Falcons in North Andover since 2000, spanning four meetings.

OFFENSE RANKED THIRD IN THE COUNTRY
Through the first four games, the Merrimack offense is averaging 529 yards per game, tops in the conference and third in the country. They average 152.6 more yards per game than anyone else in the conference (Bentley is second - 376.6/game). The Warriors average 111.8 more yards rushing (284/game) than second-ranked SCSU? (172.2/game) and rank fifth in the nation. They are averaging 35 points per game, also tops in the NE-10.

SMALLS AMONG NATIONAL RUSHING LEADERS
Sophomore Anthony Smalls, who was named the Northeast-10 Player of the Week, rushed for a career-high 219 yards in the 41-31 win over Saint Anselm, giving him 701 yards in four games, tops in the conference. He averages 175.2 yards per game, second nationally. Smalls, who is first in the league with 198.0 all-purpose yards, has gone over the 100-yard rushing mark in all four games this season and has rushed for at least 180 yards in the last three games.

LAHAM PICKS UP THREE MORE TOUCHDOWNS
For the second straight game, Chris Laham found the end zone three times, giving him a league-high nine touchdowns this season. Laham, who also leads the NE-10 and is third nationally with 124.0 receiving yards per game, has 34 career TDs (32 receiving), tops in school history.

WARRIORS OFF TO 3-1 START
Merrimack is 3-1 for the first time since 2004 after defeating Saint Anselm 41-31 in its first road game of the season. The Warriors have won five straight road games dating back to a 20-7 loss at Bryant on September 13, 2008.

SUOZZO SOARS TO RUSHING, PASSING CONFERENCE LEADERBOARD
After tallying 438 total yards against Stonehill, sophomore James Suozzo totaled 388 (237 passing, 151 rushing) more in the 41-31 win over Saint Anselm. Suozzo leads the Northeast-10 in total offense with 343.2 total yards per game and is third in the conference in rushing offense with 101.5 yards per game, tops among quarterbacks. Suozzo has rushed for seven touchdowns, second in the conference, while throwing for ten, nine of them to Laham.

OFFENSE EXPLODES IN 42-21 WIN OVER STONEHILL
In a 42-21 win over Stonehill, the Merrimack offense totaled 630 offensive yards, including 227 in the first quarter and 260 in the first 16 minutes. The 630 yards were just 17 yards shy of the school record, set last season against Saint Anselm. Chris Laham caught nine passes for 211 yards, finishing just 18 yards shy of the single game school receiving record.

SUOZZO GETS THE GOLD HELMET, NE-10 HONORS
James Suozzo was named the Gridiron Club of Greater Boston Gold Helmet Award winner and the Northeast-10 Player of the Week for his outstanding play in leading the Warriors to a 42-21 win over Stonehill. Suozzo, who had 227 total yards in the first quarter, passed for 324 yards and three scores and rushed for 114 yards and two TDs. He is the first Merrimack player to earn a Gold Helmet since Colin Temple in 2005.

SNAPPING THE ROAD STREAK
The home victory against Stonehill marked the first time since 1999 (ten meetings) that the home team prevailed in the Merrimack-Stonehill series.

LAHAM BREAKS TOUCHDOWN RECORD
Chris Laham set the all-time school record for career touchdowns against Stonehill with his 29th career touchdown in the first quarter, breaking Calvin Bryant’s (1997-99) old mark. Earlier this season, Laham set the school mark for career TD receptions with 26 against AIC. On his career, he has 32 receiving and two special teams touchdowns.

DESJARDINS GETS FIRST DEFENSIVE TOUCHDOWN
Against Stonehill, Nick DesJardins recovered two fumbles, including one in the end zone for his first touchdown and the team’s first defensive touchdown of 2009. DesJardins, who has 25 tackles this season, has recovered four fumbles, tops in the conference, and forced another in four games.

DEFENSE BLANKS THE EAGLES
The Warriors defense forced three turnovers and limited Husson to just 218 total yards in the 23-0 victory. It marked their first shutout since October 27, 2007, when they blanked Pace 31-0.

OFFENSIVE LINE LEADS TOP-RANKED OFFENSE
The Merrimack offensive line, led by tackles Jacob Bradley and David Bellmont, have allowed just three sacks this season, fewest in the conference. They have paved the way for Anthony Smalls’ and James Suozzo’s offensive success, as the Warriors are averaging 284.0 rushing yards and 529.0 total yards per game, tops in the conference.Merrimack’s offensive line allowed just 15 sacks last season, fewest in the NE-10.

LOISEAU AMONG THE TOP TACKLERS IN THE NE-10
Sophomore linebacker Shawn Loiseau has totaled 39 tackles in four games, averaging 9.8 per game, fourth in the Northeast-10, and tops among all freshmen, sophomores and juniors.

T. JOHNSON GETTING IN THE BACKFIELD
After setting the school record for sacks in a season as a freshman with 11.5, Tony Johnson picked up two sacks against Saint Anselm giving the linebacker 3.5 for the season, fourth in the conference. Johnson leads the conference with 9.5 tackles for a loss.

FISCHER PICKS A PAIR
Sophomore Jason Fischer totaled two interceptions in the 23-0 victory over Husson, marking the first two picks of his career. He also totaled four tackles and broke up a pass in the win.

SUCCESSFUL DEBUT AT DEFENSE FOR R. JOHNSON
After playing running back in his first three seasons at Merrimack, Richard Johnson successfully made the switch to defense, leading the Warriors with eight tackles in the season opener against AIC. Johnson also returned a kick for 50 yards.

A HIGH-SCORING OPENER
The 92 combined points in the Merrimack-AIC game were the most scored in a Northeast-10 game since Southern Connecticut and Bryant combined for 112 points during the 2005 season. The 58 points surrendered by the Warriors are the most in school history since Southern Connecticut scored 62 in a 62-14 Warrior loss on September 23, 2005. The 38 points allowed by AIC were the most since they gave up 48 at Kutztown in 2007.

ON PACE TO SET OFFENSIVE SCHOOL RECORDS
Merrimack, which has racked up 473, 412, 630 and 601 yards respectively in the first four games this season, is on pace to set the school record for total yards in a season (4234, 2008). The Warriors have 1136 rushing yards in four games and have the school mark of 2470, set in 1999, in their sights.

FRESHMAN MAKING AN IMPACT
Numerous freshmen have seen playing time this season, having an immediate impact, especially on defense and special teams. Pat McGrath, Michael Wiggins, Justin Marsan, and Michael Jones have three tackles each, while Jimon Hill and Michael Wheeler have combined for 53 yards rushing backing up Smalls.

WATTS, LAHAM SET SIGHTS ON THE RECORD BOOK
Chris Laham (100 receptions, 1986 yards) and Jeremiah Watts (85 receptions, 1080 yards) both have legitimate chances to set school records for career receptions (134-Quiles) and career receiving yards (2,203-Quiles).

SCORING STREAK: 89 GAMES AND COUNTING
Merrimack has scored in 89 consecutive games, which is the 20th-longest active streak in Division II football. Valdosta St. holds the current record having scored in 218 straight games while Bentley (110) and Southern Connecticut (102) are among the top-20.

UPDATING THE RECORD BOOK - GAME EDITION
Against Saint Anselm, the Warriors tallied 364 yards rushing yards, fourth all-time in school history for a single game.

UPDATING THE RECORD BOOK - SEASON EDITION
Perry’s 2008 offense set the school record with 4,234 total offensive yards and tied the school mark with 215 first downs. They also tallied 289 points and 2,815 passing yards, both second in school history.

CAPTAINS
The Warriors will have four captains for 2009, led by Chris Laham. Laham, who got a medical redshirt and a 5th year of eligibility, enters his second straight season as captain. Joining him as captains are Jeremiah Watts, Bernard Cooper, and Shane Brown.

PRESEASON ALL-AMERICANS
Jeremiah Watts and David Bellmont were both named preseason All-Americans by Consensus Draft Services. They are the second and third players in school history to earn that honor after Andrew Jackson became the first preseason and postseason All-American in 2008.

CHICAGO CONNECTION
The 2009 Warriors feature eight players from the Chicago-area, including five freshmen, most notably running back Jimon Hill. Senior captain Bernard Cooper also hails from Illinois. Freshman Michael Wiggins (Dolton, IL) registered his first career sack against AIC.

REPLACING AN ALL-AMERICAN
The graduation loss of Andrew Jackson, who became the first first-team All-American in program history last season, left some giant shoes to fill. Richard Johnson is ready to step up and fill the cornerback and kick returning positions while Chris Laham takes over for Jackson on punt returns. Peter Early, Anthony Taylor, and Jason Fischer will also see significant time in the secondary. Tony Johnson, another All-American candidate, will wear Andrew Jackson’s No. 24 this season.

OTHER DEFENSIVE NOTABLES
Although there will be many new faces on defense this season, a lot of experience returns at the linebacker position. Shane Brown, Rhandy Audate, Tony Johnson and Marc Benjamin, linebackers who either started or saw significant playing time, all return, while Shawn Loiseau inherits a more prominent role as a sophomore. Up front, Garrett Boyd and Bernard Cooper anchor the line, with Anthony Taylor directing the secondary.

BREAKING DOWN THE SCHEDULE
The Merrimack College football team, under the direction of second-year coach John Perry, has been selected to finish third in the Northeast-10 Conference in 2009 by the conference coaches. Six home games and tough road match-ups at American International and Southern Connecticut highlight the 2009 Merrimack College football schedule. The Warriors open its season with three straight home games, including non-conference battles with the Yellow Jackets on September 5 and Division III Husson University on September 12. After hosting Stonehill in the final game of this three-game homestand on September 18, they will head to Saint Anselm on September 26, looking to avenge last season’s 48-42 upset loss at the hands of the Hawks. The Warriors will host Bentley on October 3, then travel to Assumption on October 10 before hosting New Haven on October 17 for Homecoming Weekend. Merrimack’s season may, however, depend on the outcome of two late October road games that will see the Warriors visit the defending conference champion American International on October 24 and then travel on a short week for a Friday night battle with the preseason favorite Southern Connecticut State Owls on October 30. The Warriors will conclude their season on November 7 when they host Pace for Senior Day.

LAST MEETING
MERRIMACK 27, BENTLEY 11 (10/8/08) @ WALTHAM
The Merrimack football team spoiled homecoming weekend at Bentley, as the Warriors downed the Falcons 27-11 last season in Waltham. The Warriors used a balanced offensive attack while intercepting four passes, including two by Mike O’Brien. The visitors jumped out to a 17-0 lead as Richard Johnson capped off a 13-play, 70-yard drive with a seven-yard run for the first score of the day. On Merrimack’s next drive, James Suozzo connected with Jeremiah Watts on a six-yard touchdown pass to give the Warriors the early 14-0 lead. Sean Garvey added a 26-yard field goal after Andrew Jackson intercepted Falcon quarterback John White to put the Warriors in excellent scoring position. Garvey added another field goal, this time from 38-yards out in the third quarter, extending Merrimack’s lead to 20-3. Johnson made it 27-3 with a seven-yard rushing touchdown, his second of the day, with the big play of the drive coming on a 50-yard pass from Suozzo to Quavari Jackson. Jordan Rankine also added an interception, as Bentley used four different quarterbacks, trying to find any spark to its offense. The Warrior defense limited the Falcons to just 30 rushing yards. J.D. Wild posted a team-high 11 tackles, while Tony Johnson and Joe Jolicoeur each picked up a sack. Suozzo passed for 231 yards on 17-of-32 passing, while adding another 43 on the ground. Johnson tallied two rushing touchdowns as well as 75 rushing yards on 25 carries. Watts continued his excellent season with five catches for 66 yards, while Jackson tallied three catches for 86 yards.

WARRIORS ON THE AIR
The Merrimack Athletics Department has teamed up with B2 Networks to deliver live broadband broadcasts for the second straight season. Warrior games that will be streamed online include all home football, basketball and hockey broadcasts. Games can be purchased on a season or single game basis.


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Last year, the Warriors defeated Bentley 27-11 in Waltham, snapping the their three-game losing streak against the Falcons. Merrimack has not defeated Bentley in Andover since 2000, spanning four meetings. SERIES The Falcons hold a 10-5 all-time advantage in the season series. Last year, the Warriors snapped a three-game losing streak, defeating Bentley 27-11 in Waltham. Merrimack has not defeated the Falcons in North Andover since 2000, spanning four meetings. OFFENSE RANKED THIRD IN THE COUNTRY Through the first four games, the Merrimack offense is averaging 529 yards per game, tops in the conference and third in the country. They average 152.6 more yards per game than anyone else in the conference (Bentley is second - 376.6/game). The Warriors average 111.8 more yards rushing (284/game) than second-ranked SCSU? (172.2/game) and rank fifth in the nation. They are averaging 35 points per game, also tops in the NE-10. SMALLS AMONG NATIONAL RUSHING LEADERS Sophomore Anthony Smalls, who was named the Northeast-10 Player of the Week, rushed for a career-high 219 yards in the 41-31 win over Saint Anselm, giving him 701 yards in four games, tops in the conference. He averages 175.2 yards per game, second nationally. Smalls, who is first in the league with 198.0 all-purpose yards, has gone over the 100-yard rushing mark in all four games this season and has rushed for at least 180 yards in the last three games. LAHAM PICKS UP THREE MORE TOUCHDOWNS For the second straight game, Chris Laham found the end zone three times, giving him a league-high nine touchdowns this season. Laham, who also leads the NE-10 and is third nationally with 124.0 receiving yards per game, has 34 career TDs (32 receiving), tops in school history. WARRIORS OFF TO 3-1 START Merrimack is 3-1 for the first time since 2004 after defeating Saint Anselm 41-31 in its first road game of the season. The Warriors have won five straight road games dating back to a 20-7 loss at Bryant on September 13, 2008. SUOZZO SOARS TO RUSHING, PASSING CONFERENCE LEADERBOARD After tallying 438 total yards against Stonehill, sophomore James Suozzo totaled 388 (237 passing, 151 rushing) more in the 41-31 win over Saint Anselm. Suozzo leads the Northeast-10 in total offense with 343.2 total yards per game and is third in the conference in rushing offense with 101.5 yards per game, tops among quarterbacks. Suozzo has rushed for seven touchdowns, second in the conference, while throwing for ten, nine of them to Laham. OFFENSE EXPLODES IN 42-21 WIN OVER STONEHILL In a 42-21 win over Stonehill, the Merrimack offense totaled 630 offensive yards, including 227 in the first quarter and 260 in the first 16 minutes. The 630 yards were just 17 yards shy of the school record, set last season against Saint Anselm. Chris Laham caught nine passes for 211 yards, finishing just 18 yards shy of the single game school receiving record. SUOZZO GETS THE GOLD HELMET, NE-10 HONORS James Suozzo was named the Gridiron Club of Greater Boston Gold Helmet Award winner and the Northeast-10 Player of the Week for his outstanding play in leading the Warriors to a 42-21 win over Stonehill. Suozzo, who had 227 total yards in the first quarter, passed for 324 yards and three scores and rushed for 114 yards and two TDs. He is the first Merrimack player to earn a Gold Helmet since Colin Temple in 2005. SNAPPING THE ROAD STREAK The home victory against Stonehill marked the first time since 1999 (ten meetings) that the home team prevailed in the Merrimack-Stonehill series. LAHAM BREAKS TOUCHDOWN RECORD Chris Laham set the all-time school record for career touchdowns against Stonehill with his 29th career touchdown in the first quarter, breaking Calvin Bryant’s (1997-99) old mark. Earlier this season, Laham set the school mark for career TD receptions with 26 against AIC. On his career, he has 32 receiving and two special teams touchdowns. DESJARDINS GETS FIRST DEFENSIVE TOUCHDOWN Against Stonehill, Nick DesJardins recovered two fumbles, including one in the end zone for his first touchdown and the team’s first defensive touchdown of 2009. DesJardins, who has 25 tackles this season, has recovered four fumbles, tops in the conference, and forced another in four games. DEFENSE BLANKS THE EAGLES The Warriors defense forced three turnovers and limited Husson to just 218 total yards in the 23-0 victory. It marked their first shutout since October 27, 2007, when they blanked Pace 31-0. OFFENSIVE LINE LEADS TOP-RANKED OFFENSE The Merrimack offensive line, led by tackles Jacob Bradley and David Bellmont, have allowed just three sacks this season, fewest in the conference. They have paved the way for Anthony Smalls’ and James Suozzo’s offensive success, as the Warriors are averaging 284.0 rushing yards and 529.0 total yards per game, tops in the conference.Merrimack’s offensive line allowed just 15 sacks last season, fewest in the NE-10. LOISEAU AMONG THE TOP TACKLERS IN THE NE-10 Sophomore linebacker Shawn Loiseau has totaled 39 tackles in four games, averaging 9.8 per game, fourth in the Northeast-10, and tops among all freshmen, sophomores and juniors. T. JOHNSON GETTING IN THE BACKFIELD After setting the school record for sacks in a season as a freshman with 11.5, Tony Johnson picked up two sacks against Saint Anselm giving the linebacker 3.5 for the season, fourth in the conference. Johnson leads the conference with 9.5 tackles for a loss. FISCHER PICKS A PAIR Sophomore Jason Fischer totaled two interceptions in the 23-0 victory over Husson, marking the first two picks of his career. He also totaled four tackles and broke up a pass in the win. SUCCESSFUL DEBUT AT DEFENSE FOR R. JOHNSON After playing running back in his first three seasons at Merrimack, Richard Johnson successfully made the switch to defense, leading the Warriors with eight tackles in the season opener against AIC. Johnson also returned a kick for 50 yards. A HIGH-SCORING OPENER The 92 combined points in the Merrimack-AIC game were the most scored in a Northeast-10 game since Southern Connecticut and Bryant combined for 112 points during the 2005 season. The 58 points surrendered by the Warriors are the most in school history since Southern Connecticut scored 62 in a 62-14 Warrior loss on September 23, 2005. The 38 points allowed by AIC were the most since they gave up 48 at Kutztown in 2007. ON PACE TO SET OFFENSIVE SCHOOL RECORDS Merrimack, which has racked up 473, 412, 630 and 601 yards respectively in the first four games this season, is on pace to set the school record for total yards in a season (4234, 2008). The Warriors have 1136 rushing yards in four games and have the school mark of 2470, set in 1999, in their sights. FRESHMAN MAKING AN IMPACT Numerous freshmen have seen playing time this season, having an immediate impact, especially on defense and special teams. Pat McGrath, Michael Wiggins, Justin Marsan, and Michael Jones have three tackles each, while Jimon Hill and Michael Wheeler have combined for 53 yards rushing backing up Smalls. WATTS, LAHAM SET SIGHTS ON THE RECORD BOOK Chris Laham (100 receptions, 1986 yards) and Jeremiah Watts (85 receptions, 1080 yards) both have legitimate chances to set school records for career receptions (134-Quiles) and career receiving yards (2,203-Quiles). SCORING STREAK: 89 GAMES AND COUNTING Merrimack has scored in 89 consecutive games, which is the 20th-longest active streak in Division II football. Valdosta St. holds the current record having scored in 218 straight games while Bentley (110) and Southern Connecticut (102) are among the top-20. UPDATING THE RECORD BOOK - GAME EDITION Against Saint Anselm, the Warriors tallied 364 yards rushing yards, fourth all-time in school history for a single game. UPDATING THE RECORD BOOK - SEASON EDITION Perry’s 2008 offense set the school record with 4,234 total offensive yards and tied the school mark with 215 first downs. They also tallied 289 points and 2,815 passing yards, both second in school history. CAPTAINS The Warriors will have four captains for 2009, led by Chris Laham. Laham, who got a medical redshirt and a 5th year of eligibility, enters his second straight season as captain. Joining him as captains are Jeremiah Watts, Bernard Cooper, and Shane Brown. PRESEASON ALL-AMERICANS Jeremiah Watts and David Bellmont were both named preseason All-Americans by Consensus Draft Services. They are the second and third players in school history to earn that honor after Andrew Jackson became the first preseason and postseason All-American in 2008. CHICAGO CONNECTION The 2009 Warriors feature eight players from the Chicago-area, including five freshmen, most notably running back Jimon Hill. Senior captain Bernard Cooper also hails from Illinois. Freshman Michael Wiggins (Dolton, IL) registered his first career sack against AIC. REPLACING AN ALL-AMERICAN The graduation loss of Andrew Jackson, who became the first first-team All-American in program history last season, left some giant shoes to fill. Richard Johnson is ready to step up and fill the cornerback and kick returning positions while Chris Laham takes over for Jackson on punt returns. Peter Early, Anthony Taylor, and Jason Fischer will also see significant time in the secondary. Tony Johnson, another All-American candidate, will wear Andrew Jackson’s No. 24 this season. OTHER DEFENSIVE NOTABLES Although there will be many new faces on defense this season, a lot of experience returns at the linebacker position. Shane Brown, Rhandy Audate, Tony Johnson and Marc Benjamin, linebackers who either started or saw significant playing time, all return, while Shawn Loiseau inherits a more prominent role as a sophomore. Up front, Garrett Boyd and Bernard Cooper anchor the line, with Anthony Taylor directing the secondary. BREAKING DOWN THE SCHEDULE The Merrimack College football team, under the direction of second-year coach John Perry, has been selected to finish third in the Northeast-10 Conference in 2009 by the conference coaches. Six home games and tough road match-ups at American International and Southern Connecticut highlight the 2009 Merrimack College football schedule. The Warriors open its season with three straight home games, including non-conference battles with the Yellow Jackets on September 5 and Division III Husson University on September 12. After hosting Stonehill in the final game of this three-game homestand on September 18, they will head to Saint Anselm on September 26, looking to avenge last season’s 48-42 upset loss at the hands of the Hawks. The Warriors will host Bentley on October 3, then travel to Assumption on October 10 before hosting New Haven on October 17 for Homecoming Weekend. Merrimack’s season may, however, depend on the outcome of two late October road games that will see the Warriors visit the defending conference champion American International on October 24 and then travel on a short week for a Friday night battle with the preseason favorite Southern Connecticut State Owls on October 30. The Warriors will conclude their season on November 7 when they host Pace for Senior Day. LAST MEETING MERRIMACK 27, BENTLEY 11 (10/8/08) @ WALTHAM The Merrimack football team spoiled homecoming weekend at Bentley, as the Warriors downed the Falcons 27-11 last season in Waltham. The Warriors used a balanced offensive attack while intercepting four passes, including two by Mike O’Brien. The visitors jumped out to a 17-0 lead as Richard Johnson capped off a 13-play, 70-yard drive with a seven-yard run for the first score of the day. On Merrimack’s next drive, James Suozzo connected with Jeremiah Watts on a six-yard touchdown pass to give the Warriors the early 14-0 lead. Sean Garvey added a 26-yard field goal after Andrew Jackson intercepted Falcon quarterback John White to put the Warriors in excellent scoring position. Garvey added another field goal, this time from 38-yards out in the third quarter, extending Merrimack’s lead to 20-3. Johnson made it 27-3 with a seven-yard rushing touchdown, his second of the day, with the big play of the drive coming on a 50-yard pass from Suozzo to Quavari Jackson. Jordan Rankine also added an interception, as Bentley used four different quarterbacks, trying to find any spark to its offense. The Warrior defense limited the Falcons to just 30 rushing yards. J.D. Wild posted a team-high 11 tackles, while Tony Johnson and Joe Jolicoeur each picked up a sack. Suozzo passed for 231 yards on 17-of-32 passing, while adding another 43 on the ground. Johnson tallied two rushing touchdowns as well as 75 rushing yards on 25 carries. Watts continued his excellent season with five catches for 66 yards, while Jackson tallied three catches for 86 yards. WARRIORS ON THE AIR The Merrimack Athletics Department has teamed up with B2 Networks to deliver live broadband broadcasts for the second straight season. Warrior games that will be streamed online include all home football, basketball and hockey broadcasts. Games can be purchased on a season or single game basis.