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with that, here is my prediction for this years seasons results
9/6 Bucknell LOSS
9/20 St. Francis WIN - But closer than you would think
9/27 Dayton LOSS
10/4 Albany LOSS - BIG
10/11 Robert Morris - ???
10/18 CCSU - LOSS
10/25 Sacred Heart - ???
11/1 Bryant - LOSS
11/8 Wagner - ???
11/15 Monmouth - LOSS
Date Posted:Wednesday, July 30, 09:04:39pm
That's a pretty gloomy forcast. 1-9 at worst to 4-6 at best?? Here is my best guess.
Bucknell W
St. Francis W
Dayton L
Albany L
Robert Morris W
CCSU W
Sacred Heart W
Bryant W
Wagner W
Monmouth L
I didn't know much about Bryant- They lost at Stony Brook, Bentley and Southern Conn and had close games with American International, Assumption, Pace and CW Post. I think the Dukes can beat them and are due to finally win the close games we've been having against the Patriot League by beating Bucknell. I say 7-3. I think back to back games against Albany and Dayton will be tough, but we may split them and go 8-2, but will stick with 7-3.
I'd like to see 11 games in the future. Georgetown has an open date at the end of the season.
Date Posted:Wednesday, July 30, 09:30:16pm
Last year CCSU was playing Western Michigan while we were play Frostburg State....
These NEC teams are several years ahead of us. This was evident in the past few years. The Sacred Hearts have caught up which was proven in how close the past 2 years scores have been. St Francis was even a struggle last year. Yes, the Dukes have made a lot of progress, but their edge over the other NEC schools has been closed and have been passed...
Love the respect for Dayton. Your original post you posted Coffee had them as a W, glad you made the change :)
Date Posted:Thursday, July 31, 12:47:02am
While your gloomy predictions are your opinion, I note that Lindy's Football Magazine recently picked the Dukes to finish 2nd to Albany in the NEC. Albany plays 4 teams from the Colonial Athletic Association. I note that it plays the Fightin' Blue Hens of U of Delaware (lost in last year's Div 1-AA championship game) in Newark, DE the week before they play the Dukes at Rooney Field. Perhaps their tough non-conference schedule may soften them a bit for the Dukes. By the way, the Dayton team will not likely be as strong as last year's team since it lost quite a few players through graduation.
Date Posted:Thursday, July 31, 09:40:50am
I always smirk when I read these preview magazines. Didn't they have La Salle in the d1aa top 25 two years ago or so?
Didn't one of those guys rate Scott Knapp as a potential NFL camp attendee this offseason?
Their budgets are obviously limited for d1aa coverage....2nd place in year #1 is out of the question. 3 years from now could be a different story...
Date Posted:Thursday, July 31, 02:41:34pm
I guess I failed to see any support for your claim that all of the NEC teams are now ahead of the Dukes. Having not seen your previous pre-season predictions, I'm not sure that you were any more successful from the unidentified magazines you belittled for errors in their pre-season predictions. Perhaps you hadn't considered that in the past five years (2003-2007) the Dukes are 9-1 against NEC teams, including a victory over Monmouth in the 2003 ECAC Classic. Last year the Dukes were 3-0 against NEC teams, and this occurred in the NEC's 2nd year of granting athletic scholarships. While Lindy Magazine's prediction of a 2nd place finish for the Dukes in their inaugural NEC season may be a slight reach, it seems more reasonable than your tale of woe.
Date Posted:Thursday, July 31, 09:09:20pm
By my calculation they were 3-1 against the NEC last year...
Sacred Heart - won by a td
St Francis PA - won by a td
Robert Morris - won by a fg
Monmouth - lost by 11
Not a single one of the wins against the NECs on their OOC schedule finished the year with votes in the Sports Network mid major top 10.(even monmouth failed to accumulate a large amount points)
The gap has narrowed. The Dukes have failed to play the top level tiers consistantly in the past few years. The Albanys, Stony Brooks(back in the day), Monmouths, and CCSU's. Yes, you can say that the Dukes have such and such a record against the NEC, but what teams ahve they played? What were the scores 4 years ago against the 2nd tier of the NEC? What were they the past 2 years?
Who is your starting QB BTW? I am going w/ Rombach...
Date Posted:Thursday, July 31, 11:53:51pm
You seem set in your mind that the Dukes forgot how to play and the rest of the NEC is ready to move south to join the SEC. I'll just state that the Dukes will not have a losing record this year given the talent they brought in and have comming back. They will be challanged by Bucknell, Albany, Dayton, Robert Morris and Monmouth, but can win against any of them. The biggest difference this year should be a better running game to set up the passing.
Rombaugh should have the job until he losses it unless either Paterson or Dixon have a monster camp.
By the way, just because Albany plays Delaware, doesn't put them on their level yet and just because the classless pukes at St. Peters cancelled so late in the year doesn't mean we played a D-II schedule.
Date Posted:Friday, August 01, 03:10:34pm
I tend to agree with Doug about the Dukes' upcoming season. Note that the MAAC and the NEC were the last and second to last Div 1 conferences, respectively, according the the final Jeff Saragin ratings for the 2007. The Dukes' move one step up to the NEC will no doubt provide stiffer competition but unlikely resulting in a loosing season.
Albany plays its first 5 games on the road: U Mass, Hofstra, New Hampshire, Delaware (all from the Colonial Athletic Conf.), and Duquesne. Both U Mass and Delaware have been picked to finish as top 10 teams in several pre-season poles for Div 1-AA. It would appear that Albany's non-conference schedule is the most demanding of any in the NEC. While playing that quality of competition can make a team tougher, it can also wear you down and possibly result in several injured players. The Dukes may be playing Albany (probably the favorite to win the NEC) when they are at their weariest at Rooney Field. However, note that in September 2006 Albany upset The Fighin' Blue Hens 17-10 in Delaware's stadium.
Date Posted:Saturday, October 18, 04:47:10pm
As pointed out already, both BB and FB teams are dominated by freshmen with talent. We live in a time when we would rather have a big mac now than tast a good meal slowly prepred. I have faith that both teams will win. They have to stick together and learn how. The other NEC teams have had scholarships for a few years now. We will catch up and pass them.
Date Posted:Saturday, October 18, 03:53:24pm
Too many yards on the ground, but it seems the D has forced a punt. The offense has to have a Bucknell-type of second half. We are NOT out of this one! CCS can be thrown on. The announcers seem depressed already.
Date Posted:Saturday, October 18, 03:53:24pm
Listen- You are either a fan or you are not. This is a young team and they will win. When you stick with the team when they are dwn, it means more when things turn around.
Date Posted:Saturday, October 18, 01:02:36pm
Lets get back to the win column. The last two were both winable. Let's go out and finish one off and dominate!
Date Posted:Saturday, October 18, 01:02:36pm
The Dukes are going to the future to try to stop the run. They are starting NA grad freshman Mike Passodelis at nose tackle and others I didn't catch from the pre-game. Mike put on a few pounds since signing and now is reported at 250. He's supposed to be an intense player.
I was a bit concerned with the size of the incoming class, but lets hope they hold their own. CCS is a running team. This is an important game.
Date Posted:Saturday, October 18, 11:34:09am
This is the heart of the college sports season! BB opens tonight. The PG and Trib both have good preview articles and football is entering some make or break games.
The RMU loss hurt, but we still need to keep the 14-year winning season streak alive until these freshmen get dominant in the league.
Both Duquesne football and and Duquesne basketball have bright futures with the amount of freshmen playing this year!
Date Posted:Saturday, October 18, 09:24:19am
A thrilling Duquesne comeback fell short in overtime with Rhode Island defeating the Dukes 3-2 at Rooney Field on Friday night. The overtime goal in the 93rd minute was a header by the Rams' Dwayne Williams off a corner kick by Gary Crooks. The OT goal left the Dukes at 1-2 in Atlantic 10 play and 5-5-3 overall. The Rams are 2-0 in the A-10 and 6-4-1 overall. The OT goal was a frustrating end to a remarkable Dukes’ comeback which saw them overcome a 2-0 deficit with two goals in the final six minutes. The game-tying goal came off the foot of forward Greg Annan with 14 seconds remaining in regulation time. Even with the Rams OT game winner and the Duquesne comeback the main story of the game was the officiating. The referee (whose name was not included in the box score and I apologize for not getting his name) awarded six yellow cards and two red card ejections in the second half and lost control of the match in the second half.
The Dukes have been hampered all season by a lack of offense and the beginning of the game saw a continuation of the frustration. Senior forward Greg Annan was thwarted by a good save by Rams' goaltender Chris Pennock in the first minute and junior forward Matthew Groves missed to the left in the 12th minute. Annan has been hampered with medical problems the last two seasons. He was red-shirted last year and has played the majority of this season with a cast on his right arm. Annan was fourth on the team in scoring two seasons ago and the Dukes have struggled to find consistent goal scoring during Annan’s absences.
The Dukes held the better of the play in the first half. The midfield play of Ben Horner, John Strosser, Bryan Matthews and Stefan Lundberg forced numerous Ram turnovers and allowed for a fairly easy half for Dukes’ goaltender Chris Torres. Torres made a good save in the 26th minute off a Rams free kick and a solid effort by Rams’ forward Kedan Crosby. The Dukes outshot the Rams 5-4 in the first half.
In the 19th minute of the first half, the evidence of the poor officiating began. A series of non-calls on aggressive plays by the Rams set the tone for the remainder of the match. The play became noticeably more aggressive by both teams after that point. The Dukes were called for ten first half fouls to the Rams four.
The second half started out similar to the first half with the Dukes failing to capitalize on two opportunities in the beginning minutes. In the 46th minute, Dukes forward Evan Browne missed on a header that grazed the post on the beaten Pennock. Browne missed again on a shot in the 48th minute.
The Rams first goal came off a quick restart by the referee after a Dukes foul. Ram’s leading scorer freshman Erkko Puranen put in a shot that trickled into the goal after Dukes' goalkeeper Torres was caught out of position due to the referee’s quick restart of play after the foul. Confusion reined after the goal as Dukes' coach Jake Ouimet and the players complained to the referee to no avail.
The 67th minute brought further confusion. The Dukes' Drew Jeffrey was tripped in the goaltender’s box and play was allowed to continue. A rugby-type scrum developed in front of the Rams’ goal with numerous Dukes and Rams being tackled. The referee awarded the Dukes a direct kick, with the ball placed 5 yards in front of the Rams's goal well within the goaltender’s box. The correct call for a foul in the box is a penalty kick not a direct kick. As the Dukes protested the lack of a penalty kick, two Ram players also protesting the call were given yellow cards. The Rams placed all ten field players and the goaltender in the goal to defend the direct kick and after three restarts by the referee, Jeffrey’s shot bounced harmlessly off the Ram’s fortress.
Two minutes later, the referee lost control of the match as the aggressive play lead to a shoving match at center field between the Rams’ Puranen and Dukes’ defender Gavin Stabbe. Both players were given red cards and ejected by the referee. The calls angered the normally quiet Rooney field attendees who let their displeasure known.
The Rams made the score 2-0 on a goal by the Ram’s Crosby. The referee then drew the ire of the Rams’ bench as the Rams attempted to put the game away in the 80th minute. Coming up to force the play, Torres misplayed a ball allowing a Rams’ forward a near breakaway to an empty goal. A Dukes defender tackled the Ram forward from behind and in perhaps the strangest call of a poorly officiated game the Rams forward was called for the foul.
That play allowed an exciting Dukes comeback to begin. Sophomore midfielder Stefan Lundberg scored his fourth goal of the season with an assist from Matthew Groves in the 84th minute to bring the Dukes within one. The Dukes then pressured the Rams but with no solid scoring opportunities for the next five minutes.
After a foul with under a minute left in the Ram’s end, Chris Torres came up on the play and found a streaking Drew Jeffrey’s with about thirty seconds remaining. After a save by Penneco, the ball rebounded to Lundberg who passed the ball to back to Annan. Annan’s shot from 25 yards made its way through the Rams defense and past Penneco to tie the game at two with 14 seconds remaining. Annan’s second goal of the season brought the Rooney faithful to its feet with the loudest burst of noise and cheers I think I have ever heard from a Rooney Field crowd for any sport.
Overtime began with a chant of “Let’s go Dukes” from the excited fans. That excitement was short-lived as the Rams’ Williams headed the ball into the goal off a corner kick 2 minutes into overtime and gave the Rams the victory. The Dukes comeback effort fell short was greeted by a hearty round of applause for their never-say-die play. The referee was not given as warm a send-off.
Dukes Notes
The Dukes outshot the Rams 16-12.
Men of the Match
Rhody – Dwayne Williams for the OT winner.
Dukes – Greg Annan – Hampered by the cast, Annan last second goal brought real, seldom-seen, but much welcomed enthusiasm to the Rooney Field crowd.
The Dukes return to action 1:00 Sunday afternoon match with UMass at Rooney Field. UMass is the defending A-10 champs and reached the NCAA Soccer Final Four and is 1-1 in A-10 play and 3-6-2 overall.
(Author's note - I attend many DU sports events and I thought people might like to read game articles of Duquesne's other sports. I plan on providing future articles on women's soccer and volleyball, hockey, wrestling, lacrosse and baseball. Please pardon any errors in grammar errors, I am not a pro!!)
Date Posted:Saturday, October 18, 01:49:49am
FYI - I have much to learn about the game of soccer. If any DU soccer players or knowledable fans read this, please explain how a foul within the goalkeepers box can result in anything but a penalty kick. I asked other more knowledgable fans near me about this and they were equally perplexed.
Date Posted:Saturday, October 18, 09:24:19am
I really don't wanna read that long synopsis of the game so I don't know what happened in the game..but...its possible to have an indirect kick inside of the penalty box...an indirect kick is the result of what you would call a "minor" foul in the referees mind...the ball must be touched by two players before it can cross the goaline and count as a goal...I doubt you were paying attention to the referees arms when the kick was about to start, but that is what dictates if it is a direct or indirect kick....
Date Posted:Friday, October 17, 08:25:46am
As reported in the Pgh Post Gazette today:
"Robert Morris basketball fans will have an opportunity Thursday night to see the 2008-09 editions of the men's and women's teams at 9 p.m. at the Sewall Center. Admission is free. Thursday night, each team will practice while free pizza is given away to fans, who will have chances to win prizes."
Why can't the Duquesne athletic dept. throw a botne to their studen fan(s) once in while, instead of always catering to their aging alumni? I'm talking about BOTH the football AND the basketball probrams.
Date Posted:Tuesday, October 14, 12:56:08pm
A very good point, my young freshman (hopefully soon to be a devoted) Dukes' fan! I believe the best way to get that message where it may do some good is to send an e-mail with those sentiments directly to the athletic director to let him know how you and probably many others may feel. I bet you'll get a response, hopefully a favorable one, in a day or two. It's important that the current students become the core supporters for the teams. The athletes are your classmates and they need your support as well as that of the loyal alumni and Pittsburgh sports fans in general. Attending the Dukes' basketball, football, and other sports should be a part of your college experience. A packed house of cheering fans at the Palumbo and Rooney Field and winning Duquesne teams will make it even more rewarding.
In 4 more years I hope you graduate, get a good job, and become an active and loyal Duquesne alumni. Hopefully then you will have more time to contribute to this forum. However, you're still a student so get back to studying - of course, after you've written to Greg Amodio!
Date Posted:Wednesday, October 15, 08:02:34am
Sorry, I didn't know this was an exclusive club for the aging alumni and we weren't welcome here.
GO DukeS........... I hope.
Date Posted:Tuesday, October 14, 05:25:26pm
Are you a freshman from Duke University or Duquesne University? Your tag says Duke freshman. We are the Duquesne University Dukes. That shot was to get you back for the aging alumni crack. :) We are all either aging alumni or dead. I will pick the former!!
I also suggest that you get in touch with the Red and Blue Crew. They have events where there is free food, t-shirts, and raffles. Contact them to find out what is going on. Perhaps join if you wish.
Also, the bb exhibition games, as are all DU sports events, are free to students. First exhibition is November 1 and it is a doubleheader with the men and women's teams.
Date Posted:Wednesday, October 15, 08:00:20am
You helped make my point!
Instead of constructively responding to my comment, you point out my spelling error. I think its time for the almumni to drop their condescending attidude and lets all get together to make this a better university. GO DukeS!!!
Date Posted:Wednesday, October 15, 10:59:39am
Gees, can't you take even a little joke? I thought the joke was obvious in my post.
I am not here to argue. Please look at my past posts. All your points are valid. I believe that RMC has passed us in game day events and in many other areas. Just page down and you will see that I agree with you.
I don't have any condescending attitudes toward the students. I tried to fund raise to keep the band alive when GA killed it. I have donated every year to the Red & Blue Crew.
So please come back here and post, but do not say that the alumni that are still around supporting DU have a condescending attitude towards the students, because we do not.
Date Posted:Wednesday, October 15, 06:24:58pm
Listen- All are welcome here. There is another Duquesne site that always gets into a generational argument. The older folks try to "guilt" the kids into being better fans and even try to tell them how to cheer at games. This is your school, your forum and your team.
Date Posted:Tuesday, October 14, 07:19:14pm
Duke Freshman- Hey we aren't all old here. I just graduated a few years back. Well to you I guess I'm old. I agree. RMU does do more than we do to get things going. The tailgate area at RMU is encouraged, roped off, free, wired for sound and is a real experience. Student booths were well supported. Their stadium must have looked great on TV (at least the side with all the stands). We need to take some ideas back to the Bluff.
Date Posted:Thursday, October 16, 09:55:30pm
Freshman Wanna-be-a-Duquesne Fan,
Here are excerpts from a response I received from the Athletic Dept. regarding your earlier post. It sounds like the students won't be forgotten this season. If you have any ideas on getting more students to attend the games, call Mark.
"I read the [student's] post and although a mid-night madness might be what he is looking for, we do offer numerous opportunities for students. We have typically done a red and blue scrimmage on the second Saturday after practice begins open to all (students and the general public). We are this year hosting six “tailgates” in the back gym open to all students before the games to create an atmosphere. We also have hosted one “tailgate” at football just for students and will host one additional one at the last home game.
I understand how crucial the students are to creating an atmosphere at games and have taken drastic steps to create excitement with the hopes of drawing students to the games. I agree with you in that winning will bring the students out and the general fan.
If this student would like to meet with me I am more than willing.
Thanks for the heads up and I am open to any suggestions."
Mark J. Geller
600 Forbes Ave
Pittsburgh PA 15282
412.396.1187
www.GoDuquesne.com
Date Posted:Friday, October 17, 08:25:46am
Always a Duke- Nice follow through here! Thats what it takes. The administration will work with us if we work with them. Sometimes we think that they aren't willin got listen before we even try.
By the way- Someone posted a pretty negative post using Always a Duke's nick name. I knew it could not be you!
Date Posted:Tuesday, October 14, 06:00:47pm
The last thing I wanted to do in starting this board is to have it used to hurt the team. I have coached in the past and I know how vicious attacks serve to tear down the team rather than present a well thought out set of ideas for change.
I HATE having to delete any post, including Pittsburgh Pete's. For those who saw a recent post before it was deleted know that it did more to hurt this team than that joker ever did. I invite all to participate in this board, but I should add a few ground rules.
1. We are a family that owes loyalty to the team over the individual.
2. Critical analysis is best heard and received without venom.
3. These kids are student athletes and there is a clear border where respect for a student and loyalty to the team dictates that this type of attack helps nobody.
4. What happens in the locker room stays in the locker room.
Criticism is tolerated as long as it is constructive. It doesn't have to be positive to be constructive. A good argument can be made for Rombach starting without resorting to open dissention.
Kevin Rombach and Greg Hough have shown us how to be open to competition to make it a better team.
Honestly, parents are seldom objective and introduce too much emotionalism to most arguments over playing time. You don't gain playing time by words. It should happen on and STAY ON THE FIELD. I'm a parent too and I admit it isn't easy. Your loyalty to your son's team teaches him a lesson that he must learn to be a real team leader. You will not always agree with the coach, but the alternative is not to sink the team with dissention.
This is the best lesson for your son. I know you love him- Help him learn the tough lessons too.
I will leave my own opinion as to who should start out of it for now.
Date Posted:Monday, October 13, 09:15:21pm
Jerry Schmitt keeps his job as long as the program is successful. The notion that he is playing politics in selecting starters or players is false. Jobs are won and lost on the field and in practice.
I understand where you're coming from as a parent, but I'm a parent and someone who played years of organized football (sorry, no leather helmets ... :o) ). I wish your son all the best, and you too. But encouraging him to work hard and let his play do all the talking got him what'll get him far in life. It's a tough sport. Again, all the best. I root for the entire team because I want them to do well.
Date Posted:Monday, October 13, 09:36:57pm
Cooler heads will prevail Mr. Coffee. This team is a work in progress. We all hope for the best but understand that with a new conference, better competition and scholarships to offer, growing pains are inevitable.
We have 5 games remaining and I hope that we can get behind this team as a family. Nothing can be gained by pitting one against the other. Go Dukes!
Date Posted:Tuesday, October 14, 12:20:09pm
Coffee, I trust your judgement and support your actions. I support DU's student-athletes and I have nothing but respect for them and their families. In fact, I wish I could get to some of the games to support the team in person.
There's probably an equal amount of fans of the program who are not happy with Schmitt as a coach. I will continue to support him and his staff as long as they are in place. There too is a tremendous amount of pressure to succeed. But when the coaches and players know they have support from their fan base, it makes life a bit easier, win or lose.
Date Posted:Tuesday, October 14, 06:00:47pm
I believe that Coach Schmitt will end up being a very successful coach. People should give it some time for the adjustment to the new conference. I remember when Penn State joined the Big Ten- JoePa struggled for a few years but look at them now. I have faith in Duquesne. It is a great school with lots of athletic potential. Good luck to the team this week in Conn. !!
Date Posted:Monday, October 13, 09:28:22pm
Notre Dame , Oklahoma, the Penguins, Central Conneticut all lost this weekend. All good programs have their ups and downs. Seems to me that this young team needs more support- not negativity. The reports that I have had is that the players all realize that MANY of them have been guilty of making unfortunate mistakes. I know several of the players very well and I assure you that No One player is blaming another- they are all taking responsibility. Dixon and Rombach included. Likewise, many of the parents that I have spoken to are optimistic for the future of this team and proud to be a part of something bigger and better developing at Duquesne.
The team watched the film of the RM game tonight- and I was told that there was plenty of criticism going around to MANY players. And to coaches as well. But to just single out any one player is classless at best and counter-productive to the spirit of this team.
Date Posted:Monday, October 13, 09:20:53pm
Mal, El Duque, KKD and others- I'm sorry I was not able to keep some of your posts when I deleted to original. The string was moving pretty fast. If the first is deleted, all are deleted.
Date Posted:Saturday, October 11, 03:46:48pm
Rats. I am disappointed. I could not make game today and listened to most on radio. Oh well, lets get them next week.
Hey Coffee, was the late hit call at around 2 mins a legit call when we appeared to stop them?
Date Posted:Saturday, October 11, 05:27:12pm
He was stopped and was being taken out of bounds by two players who really needed to stop him from making the first down. It was not a cheap shot at all and I would not have taken the game out of the players hands by calling it. But to be honest and to follow the letter of the law, he did continue with the hit after he was out of bounds. I'd say that call is NOT made 80% of the time. It took away what could have been an even more dramatic ending. I'd like to think that I'd answer the same way if it were aginst RMU. Refs have to use common sense and let the game be decided on the field. It was ironic that it was called when we finally stopped a third down.
Date Posted:Saturday, October 11, 05:45:12pm
I hate to say it, but I believe that Duquesne had the better team this week, but Bobby Mo wanted it more. The game also points out that we really need to do more to stop the run. The tapes of the Albany and RMU games will show that the Dukes can e run on.
Date Posted:Saturday, October 11, 07:24:50pm
The defense was pathetic and our play calling was abyssmal. The only positive for me was speaking to Coach Loebig after the game and finding out that Dixon's injury although very painful was not serious, (deep bone bruise). He was impressed by the kid's desire to go back in even though every snap hurt.
It was nice to see Kevin get some snaps and perform well. With our O Line, it looks as if we'll need all three QB's.
Date Posted:Sunday, October 12, 12:02:16am
It was just a matter of time before our starting QB went down (too many big hits, recent surgery). Rombach was 50% with a TD, not bad for not playing this year. This is the exact reason we need to be prepared. Spanky- I would like to still see us keep the redshirt on Patterson.Hopefully Dixon is Ok but Rombach should get at least 2 series each week for both their sakes.
Date Posted:Sunday, October 12, 11:16:28am
Well our team proves again that they are a work in progress. I do believe that we will be a much better team in the near future and with more recruiting. BUT...for this year the Dukes have to do a better job against the run. Recievers have to extend themselves alittle bit.Too many on target but dropped balls- for both QB's.
All in all though, it was a beautiful day and not a blow out- we were in it for most of the game. Just not the most important part of the game... the end!
Date Posted:Sunday, October 12, 11:25:33am
Hey Coffee, just wondering...where in the h*ll is the spirit for this team? I was at the game and couldn't get over how SO FEW DUKES FANS CHEER FOR THIS TEAM. Sure we have a zillion cheerleaders, but let's face it - few people follow what they're saying. Robert Morris fans clearly showed their support for their team. Dukes fans seem to have no enthusiasm. Pathetic . And where were any students? Does Duquesne have any student buses or anything like that?
Date Posted:Sunday, October 12, 01:23:30pm
Maybe the cheerleaders need to drum up some student support. Like a raffle each quarter or half and you have to be there to win? Kind of hard to cheer if everyone around you is quiet! Let's pass out megaphones!!!
Date Posted:Sunday, October 12, 03:11:20pm
Jamie/KKD- Robert Morris has some great fans and the layout that breeds more. They have an excellent tail-gate area with the students doing a live pre-game on speakers and the game broadcast all around. They also have a beautiful new collegiate stadium that seats just a bit more than ours and a band that gives you the feeling of attending an event. I don't know if they have busses.
I hate to say it, but Duquesne has done some big things, both good and bad to influence fan development. First they fry the marching band rather than pumping it up and replace it with a small pep band that can't be seen or heard. They close down a great tail-gate area instead of allowing the thing to spread all along Bluff Street and replace it with a $15 a head picnic area. Family/Group of 5 x 15 = $75 + tickets = $115 or $40 and a pack of dogs and some chips?????? Why can't they do both?
They get a radio contract, but no radio to hear it at the game. They spend money to renovate the stadium and produce a half-a$$ed set of bleachers. They put in a consession stand with the condiment table taking out the best potential seats at the 50. Then, they hire students to chase away fans who try to sit in one of the few empty seats at the 50. They start a new athletic fund, then fail to charge visitors to attend the game.
It takes some common sense to do this right. You can't shame fans into supporting the team. You have to create the "event" and fans will choose to come.
I see a day when the university crams seats into every possible place around Rooney. Student booths from every campus group on academic walk, a tailgate area along the entire length of Bluff Street (and a picnic area under Mellon) the pre-game, half time and post game radio on speakers and a small, but very lively marching band and color guard.
Date Posted:Monday, October 13, 02:45:03pm
Bravo, Coffee, your remarks are right on the money.
May I add this to your critique. You are spot on about DU not knowing how to "stage" a game. Of all of the shortcomings, this still remains their biggest weakness.
They simply are just never prepared for an event. The always react to mistakes rather than come up with any new ideas.
GA is supposed to me a marketing man. There are very few events that have a big game "feel" to them. This regime is very similiar to the last regime in that they do not accept constructive criticism at all.
There is always an excuse (we didn't think that many people would show up for the Rhode Island game), or simply a non-response (GA never addressed the elimination of the band) to the fans.
And all they preach is patience. It is very disheartening to read how much better the game day experience at RMC is compared to DU. They really have passed us by in so many respects. RMC had a large group of fans at last years bb game at Palumbo. I would say at upwards of 700. Two years ago, I went to RMC for the BB game. And there were maybe 50 DU fans there.
I don't know maybe I am just grouchy today, but I am running out of patience waiting for tomorrow to get here.
Date Posted:Sunday, October 12, 05:17:17pm
I started a new blog this morning to save some of the best posts from this site and from the OnTheBluff site. I'll post a link above as soon as I'm cofortable with the layout. See what you think for now. The bog address is at- http://duquesnesports.blogspot.com/
I'd like to focus on Duquesne Football, but since things get boring in the off season, I may post all sports. Feedback is welcome.
Also- please let me know if any of you would object if I re-post some of your contributions on the blog. I am impressed with the quality of your stuff and I'd like to preserve it since this site is running out of archieve space.
Date Posted:Sunday, October 12, 01:26:27pm
COFFEE, you are the #1 DUKES fan and deserve so much credit for your efforts. I am happy you got to sit in the press box-- I think you should always be allowed in there with all you do for the team. The blog looks good to me-- I don't really understand the difference between a blog and this forum, but I'm in.
Date Posted:Sunday, October 12, 02:45:17pm
Thanks KKD- I hope to use the blog for longer articles and for exceptionally insightful comments I'd like to save from forum contributers. I also want to launch an idea to get trophy for the winner of Pittsburgh Collegiate football games to be given to next year's winner of the Duquesne-Robert Morris game. There is a long college football tradition of Pittsburgh rivalries and some folks like Elmer Layden or Buff Donnelli I'd like to name the award after. Layden is the one I'd like to commemorate- he was one of Notre Dame's Four Horsemen, Duquesne head coach and the NFL's first Commissioner.
I'd like to open it up to folks to contribute to buying the trophy with the excess going to a deserving military family who has sacrificed for us to continue enjoying the game.
Date Posted:Sunday, October 12, 04:08:24pm
Coffee- You are going to be the cause of a brek-up. My wife thinks I spend too much time on the computer as it is. I like the idea of the trophy. There should be one already!!
Date Posted:Saturday, October 11, 08:31:30pm
I normally try to see the positives from any game and I'm sure that the future will be bright for these young Dukes but this game was so frustrating on so many levels that I'm afraid I have to vent a little.
1. The coaches have to be held responsible for not making ANY adjustments for Myles Russ and his off tackle runs. Cwalinski wasn't going to beat this team but we still refused to commit to stopping Russ.
2. Play calling was horrific. Fourth and ten and our designed play after a timeout is to throw a three yard out?
3. Special teams. If a kid like O'Quinn is having a career day, why are we still kicking to him? Straight down the middle without any attempt at angling the kickoff.
4. Bad Referees. I know, sour grapes and all, but RMU seemed to get every spot and to take the game out of the players hands at the end was a crime. An iffy call at best, we should have had the chance to go for the win.
Date Posted:Saturday, October 11, 06:57:32pm
Tom, I agree with much of what you are saying and I know you are frustrated. So am I, but man isn't this better than playing St. Peter's and Canisius? I see a great future for this series. Duquesne got away from a balance play call in the second half.
Date Posted:Saturday, October 11, 07:16:44pm
You're absolutely right Duke. This is much better football. Tommorrow I'll feel alot better. This could be the start of an incredible rivalry game that will pique the interest of not only the area but the conference. One thing though, I couldn't help wondering what a stadium like Joe Walton would look like on the Bluff. A very nice venue.
Date Posted:Saturday, October 11, 08:31:30pm
Yes it is a great stadium. It makes Rooney look like we don't know how to design a real college field. I hear the press box building is nice too- How was it up there Coffee? Did you enjoy the game up there with the big wigs? I think you just didn't want to buy a ticket!
Date Posted:Saturday, October 11, 02:22:28pm
Alex had to- I'm sitting right behind him. Since I'm writing for Rivals too, I got a press pass. This must be the first discussion board brought to you live from the game.
Date Posted:Saturday, October 11, 05:32:39pm
I finally got a chance to meet Alex P. after all these years of listening to him. All three announcers are very much gentlemen, work hard and know theri stuff! Alex is just plain, one of the nicest guys and best announcers you'd like to meet. Tad is great color guy who you can tell has to try hard to make his observations understandable. He reminds me of some of my old coaches.
Date Posted:Saturday, October 11, 03:29:52pm
I hear alot about our qb debth, but how is our depth on the defensive positions? Can anyone tell me in a nutshell? Also, this may be a stupid question, but how many kids on the other teams compared to Duke?
Date Posted:Saturday, October 11, 05:29:04pm
This is a GREAT question and the lack of depth told the tale for the second week in a row. We ran out of gas again.
Date Posted:Saturday, October 11, 01:50:41pm
According to Sagarin, the Dukes are favored by 5 playing at RMU. Albany is by far the highest rated team we'll play all year according to Sagarin Rankings.
Date Posted:Friday, October 10, 05:58:37pm
The Dukes may be favored, but as with ny big rivalry game, throw the odds out and hope the breaks go our way!
Date Posted:Saturday, October 11, 08:15:19am
OK TEAM, LET'S HAVE A GOOD WIN TODAY! I will be listening and watching from Florida again. (sure does take focus doing it this way.... can't wait to see a real game in real time! soon..)
Date Posted:Saturday, October 11, 09:33:25am
Leaving in a few minutes for the game. Beautiful day. RMU needs a win badly. I think the Dukes need to put them back on their heels early. If not, it could go down to the wire. Our defense needs to step up and stop their potent running game. Go Dukes!!!
Date Posted:Saturday, October 11, 11:19:30am
Let's go DUKES!!!!
This is what college football is all about, two local college rivals, a festival atmosphere, for Robert Morris’ Homecoming, bright sunshine on a cool crisp fall afternoon as the leaves are just starting to change. Kick off in 1/2 hour, great seats and waiting for a good game!!
Date Posted:Saturday, October 11, 01:40:06pm
Hey, I hear a drum and music during half-time. Does RMU have a band performing? Do we have any representation in the way of music?
Date Posted:Saturday, October 11, 01:52:46pm
From the press box- Yes the do have a band there. Its not huge, but you don't have to strain to hear them!
Date Posted:Saturday, October 11, 01:37:03pm
I can't see the game today because of it being televised up there I guess, or I am not technical enough to figure it out. Listening today and am really hoping to hear a good second half! Nice td pass by Kevin! Maybe the coach DOES read this board? Come on out second half Bucknell team! Make this a WIN. It's their homecoming after all. :)
Date Posted:Friday, October 10, 09:54:14pm
Just came home from men's soccer. Tough night. We lost to Temple 2-0. That is a tough loss and even though it is one loss it will hurt our chances of making A-10 tourney which we host.
Womens soccer won at home vs. Richmond 3-1 and are 3-1-1 in league play and near top of standings.
Womens VB won 3-1 at Fordham to make A-10 record 3-2.
Date Posted:Thursday, October 09, 05:49:20pm
Enjoying the first half (except for the fumble and interception) BUT WE ARE ONLY DOWN BY 3!! These Dukes can beat this team.
Date Posted:Monday, October 06, 01:27:19am
If you throw out the second half of the Bucknell game where they basically played soft D after being up 30+ our passing game is close to 40%. I would like to see what Rombach could do for a few series. I think it would help in many ways, rest and a different look. We have the preseason QB 1st team sitting the bench and has not thrown 1 pass all season. I dont feel comfortable with all those sacks. If something happens we have a guy that hasnt been in there all year. Just a thought
Date Posted:Monday, October 06, 04:19:53pm
You might very well be right Shoey but I have to repectfully disagree. I've been to all four games and have watched Dixon closely. The sacks are not coverage sacks but blown assignments on the offensive line. I doubt that Kevin would do any better and probably would do worse (IUP scrimmage), given the fact that he's not as mobile as Dixon.
Against Albany, it was clear that we couldn't run the ball, 29 att for 54 yards. #90 for Albany, I think his name was Kelly, was in the backfield on virtually every other play. As far as completion % goes, Roberson and Carter have got to step up. 3 or 4 balls were right on the numbers and were dropped.
Dixon can't escape taking some of the blame either. He threw a few bad balls. His int in the 3rd quarter was short armed.
I guess what I'm saying is that I think our best chance for success lies with Dixon. He's simply a better QB. I mean in four games the kid has 1200 yards, 13 TDs and 5 pics. Not too bad.
As always the favorite player on any team is the backup QB and Kevin should get some reps, but its going to be Dixon that takes us to the next level. Dayton was the first step, Albany the next.
Date Posted:Wednesday, October 08, 11:01:06pm
S.T./Shoey- I agree with both of your assessments of the future team needs and talents of both. Dixon does need to establish some consistency but he is the QB of the future and we don't need a QB controversy. That said, Dixon looked shaken up a bit after a few good hits. I would have put Kevin in as I would for any other position player when he needed a blow and to keep the back-up sharp. We may need Kevin and his only play this season isn't one I'd like him to keep in his mind.
Its a good position to be in- Most teams we play would be starting our third string QB- Patterson, and be grateful too.
Date Posted:Thursday, October 09, 09:40:00am
I agree Coffee. Kevin deserves to get some positive personal psyche going along with this team's momentum. My hope is we will be doing well enough in some of the upcoming games, that all these kids get some chances to play. Kevin for sure, Patterson too maybe? Why does Pittsburgh love Charlie Batch so much..... because he is reliable and we all know it. Kevin should have the opportunity to show he is reliable. Guess it's up to the coach. (Who surely must see things the way this board does, right? Just kidding of course...)
Date Posted:Thursday, October 09, 05:35:06pm
I am not trying to create a QB controversy but with the preseason All League QB sitting on the sidelines it might do him, dixon and the team some good if Kevin got some reps. I agree we have 3 QB's that would probably start for any team we played. I doubt Rombach comes back so a red shirt for Patterson is a must. We will continue to keep that position stacked. One injury and we have a QB that hasnt played this year at all. It is not like there is a big drop off for a series or two. That is all I am saying.
Date Posted:Thursday, October 09, 05:49:20pm
I try to not get caught up in stats but consistent play. Again I am not saying a switch is needed and i think we are lucky to have 3 top notch QB's. However, I think the Bucknell stats are skewed because of the frantic nature of the second half. Down 35 points is not our regular offense. But if you look at the last 3 games our passing offense is 46-103 5 int 7 td 779 yards with almost 100 yards on one play. With that said I dont think the play is that amazing to put all of your eggs in one basket in this violent game. I like ked having Batch and I like having Leftwhich ready for a comparison. Not a controversy more like we need to be prepared if something happens and I dont think you lose that much for a series or two.
Date Posted:Thursday, October 09, 05:48:21pm
Drive time sports anchor Jeff Hawthorne led afternoon sports with Dukes-RMC. Interviews with Schmidt and Walton. A nice story.
Date Posted:Monday, October 06, 11:05:12pm
Prior to the start of the Dukes' game against the Great Danes, I had a brief conversation with the AD about future opponents. He told me that the Dukes would be playing the same 10 teams next year plus an 11th undetermined opponent. He liked Albany's approach to non-conference scheduling; i. e., playing teams from the top FCS conferences, such as the CAA. However, no specific team was mentioned. He did add that when the Dukes' contract with Dayton was over (not sure when this would occur), that would free up a spot on the schedule to play an additional opponent from a top-ranked FCS conference.
Date Posted:Sunday, October 05, 07:55:36pm
I'd like to keep Dayton on the Schedule. We owe Bucknell a loss or two, but I'm wondering why we don't schedule Fordham. I'd love to play one of the A-10 CAA members too like RI, Richmond, or UMass. We could schedule 3 A-10 members a year this way.
Date Posted:Monday, October 06, 10:38:00pm
An excellent suggestion. I'll be watching the Fightin' Blue Hens play Maine on Saturday amongst some 20,000 - 22,000 fans. Definitely a big payday for the visiting team at Delaware Stadium.
Date Posted:Monday, October 06, 11:05:12pm
A kid who played at our local high school plays for Maine. My daughter goes to Towson, so I wouldn't mind a game down there. They have a nice stadium too (named for Johnny Unitas).
Date Posted:Sunday, October 05, 11:46:44am
I just got home from the game. It was a great afternoon. Nice crowd, stands full. I sat next to some Albany people who loved Rooney Field! They said with the exception of Delaware, they were on a five game road trip and they played in front of empty stands. They loved being close to the action. Their son played for Albany and they were big fans.
The tailgate was great again.
Too many missed chances in first half. Robberson (I believe) dropping the ball on first down in Albany territory when we were up 7-0. Settling for field goal after 1st and Goal at three.
And the turnovers. They just wore us down in second half.
The positives. We are young, and we played Albany even up for most of the game. The Albany folks were told that they were going to have an easy game (the dad admitted to me they thought they would romp) and it was anything but an easy game.
Date Posted:Saturday, October 04, 05:26:39pm
We just got home- We have to give Albany credit. They played a tough schedule and it showed vs the Dukes that they ha a trial by fire and it toughened them.
We have great offese, but only in spurts. We are to inconsistent though. We left the defense on the field too long and gave too good field position to the Danes. Yes agree with the post that said WE CAN BEAT THIS TEAM. We are Mid-Majors no longer if we can hang with the team that played well vs the best in the country.
Too many mistakes vs a very good team. Albany has had scholarships for a longer time too. We will win when our freshmen are upper classmen.
Date Posted:Saturday, October 04, 06:32:43pm
I was at the game too and it was obvious that they were bigger, faster and more experienced. I don't understand why Tyler Scruggs doesn't play more. ? He is such a competitor and a force to be reckoned with. I really think the coaches make a great mistake by not playing him more.
I give lots of credit to our YOUNG team for staying with them as long as they did! I think some thought we were going to get slaughtered! But it was close for a long time and hopefully by next year, we will have "gelled more" as a team and will have picked up a few more recruiting threats along the way.
Date Posted:Saturday, October 04, 10:36:25pm
I'm sorry, There is no such thing as a "good loss". We could have won this game if we are more careful with the ball.
Date Posted:Sunday, October 05, 01:27:29am
True we should have played better in all areas, but this was a much tougher team than we've played so far this year and last year for that matter. Our boys will hopefully learn from this and turn things around. Some losses are easier to take than others.
Date Posted:Sunday, October 05, 11:22:41am
Jake- I didn't mean to sound short and snap back with on old truism. I really wanted to have the Dukes win this one since I never got over the Ice Bowl loss. This one would hve been sweet and we really beat ourselves as much as Albany beat us. They are a very good team and I look forward already to next year!
Hey- That's what its all about eh? This program is developing into something special!
Date Posted:Sunday, October 05, 11:34:03am
I'm not living in the 'burg anymore, but I can tell that the Dukes are moving into a real 1-AA program from being a member of an odd group of not quite real 1-AA called "Mid-Majors". You never really knew what brand of ball to expect. I'm sorry to see Canisius and Fairfield, St. Johns and particularly La Salle fold, but the Dukes are now really playing against real 1-AA material. When you know that pro-scouts are at the game as per Alex's broadcast, you know you're seeing good ball!
1-AA is followed big-time outside of Pittsburgh. We now have a real 1-AA team in Pittsburgh to follow. I'd love to see Pitt schedule a scrimmage or even play Duquesne in a few years as their early season tune-up game. If the Dukes freshmen mature as I expect, they will be ready when they are juniors (Dixon's senior year!). They may not win, but they would not be embarrassed.
Date Posted:Sunday, October 05, 11:46:44am
That's cool Coffee- we're rooting for the same thing right? It is frustrating to see our team get so close, and then loose. But do you ever get frustrated watching the Steelers? This team- offense and defense have lots of potential- but it's going to take some more time and greater effort. The coaches also need to learn more about the kids they have. Tyler Scruggs for example, is such a competitior. They really should have him in on the most crucial of plays. Why are they reluctant to play him?
We HAVE to win next week though!!!
Date Posted:Sunday, October 05, 09:47:45am
Although we lost the game, I think that its fair to say that we are a pretty formidable football team. You just can't turn the ball over 5 times and expect to win against any team let alone one as good as Albany. We had more first downs, (21-17), more total offense,(392-343), Dixon threw for 338 yards compared to Esposito's 69 yards and we were even with time of possession.
Our line play on both sides of the ball simply got worn down. 54 yards on the ground, less than 2 YPC and 5 sacks isn't going to get it done. On defense we allowed 274 rushing yards and only got to Esposito once.
Our usually sure handed receivers dropped at least 5 balls that were right in their numbers and we were 0-4 on fourth down conversions.
All that being said, our boys stayed with this team and again, refused to go away which bodes well for the future of DU football. A few more pieces and a little more experience , this team will be awesome. Dixon took some verbal abuse from some RMU fans at the game who were screaming that he should have went there. I hope he makes them eat their words next week.
Date Posted:Sunday, October 05, 09:04:53am
A good post. We did get worn down on both sides of the ball but I noticed that Albany rotated a lot of kids in and out on both sides of the ball, something we don't have the luxury of doing. I also heard the chants from those RMU morons. What a lack of class. I don't know if Connor heard them or not but I hope he picks them apart next week.
Date Posted:Sunday, October 05, 09:47:45am
Three solid posts this morning. The only thing I'd slightly contest is that we weren't so much worn down as hurt by turnovers deep in our own territory. Without the turnovers, the defense has time they normally have to take a break and adjust. WE GAVE THAT TIME AWAY, ALBANY DIDN'T TAKE IT AWAY. Even when Albany has two more years of scholarship players, we still hung tight and could have won.
I agree, the Dukes are becomming great team to watch. Both the PG and Trib had good articles this morning. The Scout and Rival Boards both have good stuff posted, so fans and alums are finally getting the coverage they have been wanting.
Mackall's article gives a bit of Dixon's character. He understood that the turnovers were the difference, but he seems to be able to put it behind and learn. We will be a star.
Ax's article gives all the details and adds some interesting flavor.
Coffee's article for On the Bluff partly reposted on this board is almost too much to read in one sitting, but is right on with just about all there.
This is not a "Mid-Major" program anymore. We beat the best Mid-Major last week and played even with a team that did well against the BEST in 1-AA (Sorry- I HATE the BCS/BSC/WERRDSFD Stuff).
I'd love to have a few thousand at RMU next week to show them what real fans are. They really are a bunch of screaming idiots, eh?
Date Posted:Sunday, October 05, 08:52:59am
Duquesne proved a lot when it lost 33-23 to Albany. They hung in for three quarters until two costly turnovers handed the Albany Great Danes 13 points in the fourth quarter.
They Dukes proved that they can win against the best in the NEC and 1-AA (FCS)…
…They also proved that they couldn’t do it if they make too many mistakes.
The Dukes proved that they are willing to take a gamble by throwing long down to the Albany three-yard-line on a third and one…
…They also proved that these gambles sometime backfire when they turn the ball over twice on 4th and short.
They proved to have an excellent crop of receivers who can strike from all over the field…
…They also proved that the same receivers could drop the ball.
Conner Dixon proved again that he could throw for touchdowns (2)…
…He also proved he can throw for costly interceptions (3).
The offense proved it could move the ball well…
… They also proved that they couldn’t do so consistently for four games now.
Cleo Williams proved he could run the ball against anybody…
…He also proved that he needs more carries.
Mark Troyan proved to be a pretty decent kicker…
…He also proved that he could set up the other team with a dribbled kickoff.
The defense proved that it has guts and will bend but is hard to break…
… It also proved that it would break if you give away the ball deep in our own territory twice in the fourth quarter.
The defense proved that it could go toe to toe against a heavier line that gave the best in the nation all it could handle…
…They also proved that they must finish tackles.
The Duquesne fans proved to be as smart, loyal and supportive as any in the nation for college football…
… They also proved that here really should be more of them given the excellent football the Dukes have played year after year.
The Dukes proved for the 4th game in a row that they can come back…
…They also proved for the second time that they can’t give away too much of a lead.
The young Dukes proved again that they have character and guts…
…They also proved that they really should watch their language a bit when the bleachers have kids so close to the field.
The University’s excellent music program proved to be able to produce an excellent pep band…
…They also proved that they really need an excellent marching band for a real college football program atmosphere. You shouldn’t have to try to hear the band!
Rooney Field proves to be an excellent place to watch a good football game…
…It also proves to need just a bit more seating feel like a real college venue.
The Dukes prove to continue to share the ball and play as a team…
…They proved that they shouldn’t share the ball with the other team
Albany proved that it could play well and out-gain a great team like #5 UMass and still lose…
… Unfortunately, so did Duquesne (392 to 312).
Date Posted:Sunday, October 05, 09:57:29am
Coffee- You've attracted some great and savy Duquesne fans on this board in well under a full season. Nice post. This is the most insighful group of fans on a message board I've been able to follow.
Compare Shaler Tom, Spanky, Jake, KKD, A83, Marquis, Ted, TMH, ED, AAD, Shoey, Mal, MD and the others to the screaming idiots from Ro Mo. In a battle of IQ's we'd have to spot them 3 touchdowns.
Date Posted:Saturday, October 04, 06:53:19pm
Maybe I'm just being grumpy because we let the game get away by making too many mistakes, but Rooney Field must be the only college football venue above D-III that actually has a condiment table at the 50-yard line where they should have at least another 2 rows of prime seating.
Date Posted:Saturday, October 04, 06:46:17pm
You are not being grumpy at all. I honestly do not know what they were thinking when they spent money putting that concession stand there.
If they ever expand, and that is a big if. That stand will need to be removed.
Date Posted:Saturday, October 04, 06:53:19pm
I Agree about the space, but they can easily keep it there since they can't put seats under the press box very far. Just put the concession windows on the sides and facing Bluff Street since it is closed during the games anyway for football and there is enough sidewalk there for other smaller events.
Date Posted:Saturday, October 04, 10:49:01am
Good luck against Albany today Dukes!!!!! This game could be a giant step to a continued string of championships! Lets go prove the Poll wrong- #5 my @$$!!
Date Posted:Saturday, October 04, 09:54:19am
Time to show that we need more seats- This is a huge game and we need to fill the stands again! If we can hold our own, it will speak volumes! No prediction this week, since Albany has played a completely different class of teams.
Date Posted:Saturday, October 04, 10:00:15am
I got the same comment from the coaches that I did last week before the Dayton game when asked how they would do- "I don't know- they are pretty good". They added that Albany was heavier on the line.
Other thoughts- Albany ran the ball very well in all of their games facing 3 ranked teams. we need to stop the run today. they will try to grind it out to keep Dixon and company off the field
Date Posted:Saturday, October 04, 10:49:01am
The weather is cool and crisp. The leaves are starting to change colors. The smell of the food from the tailgate area will be in the air. The Dukes are going to play the pre-season #1 pick of the NEC on their home field. The conditions are in place for hopefully a big upset of Albany by our Dukes! LET'S GO DUKES!
Date Posted:Friday, October 03, 01:14:05pm
"Wake Me When the Beating Stops," or simply, Zzzzzzzzz.
Seriously, we don't care who the #2 team in the city is behind us at this level. The games with RoMo haven't been all that competitive. Where did they find a picture where they had the upper hand? Is that the product of photoshopping?
It won't be close again this year, but I don't want to get into that now. I want to beat Albany, badly. I hope when this game is over it is a signature game for our staff, players and THE BEST AND MOST LOYAL FANS ON THE PLANET!
Date Posted:Friday, October 03, 05:26:29pm
ED- I just came up with a new tradition- I'll buy the nicest piece of porcelain drinkware I can find and get it engraged. The winner between Duquesne and Bobby Mo wins the the "COFFEE CUP"
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Player of the Year 2007 Defense- Derron Thomas
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Fan of the Year- El Duque
~2008 COFFEE MUG NOMINATIONS~
Player of the Year 2008 Offense- Sean Bunevich
Player of the Year 2008 Defense- Chidozie Oparanozie
Non-Player of the Year- Alex Pamormius
Past Player- Buff Donelli, 1936
Past Non-Player of the Year- Greg Gatuso
Fan of the Year- Shaler Tom
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