From: "CougarFan.com" Subject: News Recap (10/25/99) Date: 01 Nov 1999 14:23:57 -0700 CougarFan Insider http://cougarfan.com News Recap (10/25/99) Selected articles included here. See all the latest news at: http://CougarFan.com ======================================== BYU Football Ranked #15 in BCS (ABC Sports) ======================================== See: http://abccfb.go.com/road/bcsrank.html The Bowl Championship Series (BCS) composite rankings are out for the week and BYU rose to #15. The BCS determines which teams will play for the national championship and the other high-paying bowl games. The only way BYU will go to a BCS bowl is if they are ranked #6 or higher in the BCS rankings. Nine spots to go! BYU also jumped in the other polls, up to #13 in the USA Today poll and #15 in the AP poll. ======================================== Get Official Gear in the CougarFanzz Store (CougarFan.com) ======================================== See: http://cougarfan.com/store Show your BYU fan pride by wearing the new school colors! You can find everything you need in the CougarFanzz store. ======================================== Feterik, Lee Named MWC Players-of-the-Week (BYUCougars.com) ======================================== See: http://www.byucougars.com/football/releases/19991101_ftb_rel.html The Mountain West Conference today announced BYU quarterback Kevin Feterik was named this week's Offensive Player of the Week, while Cougar safety Jared Lee was named the league's Defensive Player of the Week. Feterik connected on 24-of-33 attempts for a game-high 336 yards and two touchdowns, while on the other side of the ball, Lee tallied a career-high 22 tackles. ======================================== Post-Game Quotes from Players (CougarFan.com) ======================================== See: http://www.cougarfan.com/teams/football/news/1999/10-30b.html Don't miss out on what the players say after the games. After each home game, CougarFan.com compiles quotes from your favorite players. This week find out what it's like for brothers Dustin and Luke Staley to play together, what Margin Hooks was thinking when he caught his 51-yard TD pass from Kevin Feterik, and what Rob Morris planned on dressing up as for Halloween. The above link has all these quotes and more! ======================================== Cougs Wonder Where They'd Be If Not for Loss to Cavaliers ======================================== See: http://www.sltrib.com/1999/nov/11011999/sports/43370.htm If BYU had not lost a close game to Virginia in the third game of the season, they would most likely be 8-0, ranked in the top 10 in the country, and pushing the BCS for a spot in a big bowl. As it is, they can only wonder. Some players aren't asking "what if", however. "You never know," said quarterback Kevin Feterik. "If we would have won that game, then maybe we would have lost to Utah State or something, by a fluke, just because we could have gotten overconfident and not prepared as well as we should have." ======================================== Men's Basketball Vows to Finish Higher than 6th (Deseret News) ======================================== See: http://www.desnews.com/dn/view/1,1249,125012511,00.html? During last week's Mountain West Conference basketball meetings, the BYU men's basketball team was picked to finish sixth in the eight-team league. Cougar guard Michael Vranes begs to differ with that prognostication. "We're better than sixth," said the sophomore guard. "We just have to go out and prove it." ======================================== Feterik Loses a Little of His Cool (Colorado Springs Gazette) ======================================== See: http://www.gazette.com/archive/99-10-31/daily/spts1c.html BYU quarterback Kevin Feterik wasn't as happy as he wanted to be after Saturday's win over Air Force. He said he was irritated at how his team finished, sweating a close game it once thought it controlled. "We panicked a little after we lost that fumble near the end," Feterik said. "Good teams don't panic in those situations." ======================================== Women's Volleyball Sweeps Air Force (BYUCougars.com) ======================================== See: http://www.byucougars.com/volleyball_w/results/19991030_wvlb_res.html Using a dominant and efficient net game, the No. 11 BYU women's volleyball team defeated Air Force 15-6, 15-5, 15-7 to improve to 19-3 overall and 8-1 in the Mountain West Conference. ======================================== Fanzz Football Challenge Updated ======================================== See: http://www.cougarfan.com/interactive/ Congratulations to 5 Cougar Fans who predicted the exact score for the BYU-Air Force game. The new overall leader is Jon Claunch from Pleasant Grove, UT, and the groups with the best average score are "Dave's Interns", and "MAC Boys". Remember to make any planned changes to your San Diego State predictions by Friday at 8:00 p.m. ======================================== Other Articles featured at CougarFan.com ======================================== See: http://CougarFan.com * Feterik's Play the Real Air Force (Deseret News) * Feterik Still on Heisman Watch List (CBS Sportsline) * BYU Takes Control of Mountain West (San Diego Union-Tribune) * Staley Passes Test as Falcons Go to the Air (Salt Lake Tribune) * 250th Win No Big Deal to LaVell (Deseret News) ==================================================================== Copyright 1999, CougarFan.com *** Tell your friends to sign up! *** To subscribe to or unsubscribe from CougarFan Insider, go to http://www.CougarFan.com/insider or send an email to "majordomo@xmission.com" with "subscribe byuinsider-text" OR "unsubscribe byuinsider-text" in the body of the message. ==================================================================== ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: "CougarFan.com" Subject: Pro Watch (11/1/99) Date: 01 Nov 1999 22:38:10 -0700 CougarFan Insider http://cougarfan.com Pro Watch - 11/1/99 =========================== National Football League =========================== With our QB legacy slowing in the NFL, there's not much to report these days. Travis Hall, Atlanta 3 tackles, 1 pass deflection W: Atlanta 27, Carolina 20 Itula Mili, Seattle 1 rec, 7 yds, 0 TD W: Seattle 27, Green Bay 7 Lee Johnson, New England 10 punts, 376 yds., 37.6 avg. W: New England 27, Arizona 3 Players who did not play this week: Steve Young, Ty Detmer, Chad Lewis =========================== Canadian Football League =========================== Steve Sarkisian, Saskatchewan 13-24, 188 yds, 1 TD, 1 int L: Edmonton 34, Saskatchewan 21 Ben Cahoon, Montreal 4 rec., 60 yds., 0 TD L: Calgary 31, Montreal 24 ==================================================================== Copyright 1999, CougarFan.com *** Tell your friends to sign up! *** To subscribe to or unsubscribe from CougarFan Insider, go to http://www.CougarFan.com/insider or send an email to "majordomo@xmission.com" with "subscribe byuinsider-text" OR "unsubscribe byuinsider-text" in the body of the message. ==================================================================== ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: "CougarFan.com" Subject: FB Rankings, Stats vs. San Diego St. Date: 02 Nov 1999 07:53:08 -0700 CougarFan Insider http://cougarfan.com FB Rankings, Stats vs. San Diego St. Note: Best viewed in fixed-width font (ie. Courier New) =========================== National Rankings =========================== AP USA Today Sagarin's BCS* Comp. Rank 1 Florida State Florida State Virginia Tech Florida State 2 Penn State Penn State Florida State Penn State 3 Virginia Tech Virginia Tech Kansas St. Virginia Tech 4 Tennessee Tennessee Penn State Florida 5 Florida Florida Florida Tennessee 6 Kansas State Kansas State Tennessee Kansas St. 7 Georgia Tech Georgia Tech Nebraska Georgia Tech 8 Mississippi St. Mississippi St. Georgia Tech Nebraska 9 Nebraska Nebraska Alabama Alabama 10 Wisconsin Wisconsin Marshall Wisconsin 11 Texas Texas Wisconsin Texas 12 Alabama Marshall Michigan Mississippi St. 13 Marshall BYU Michigan St. Michigan 14 Georgia Alabama Texas Marshall 15 BYU Michigan Clemson BYU 16 Michigan Georgia Purdue Michigan St. 17 Purdue E. Carolina Miami (FL) E. Carolina 18 E. Carolina Texas A&M E. Carolina Purdue 19 Michigan St. Michigan St. Southern Miss Georgia 20 Ohio State Ohio State Mississippi St. Ohio State 21 Texas A&M Purdue Ohio State Miami (FL) 22 Miami (FL) Miami (FL) BYU Texas A&M 23 Mississippi Mississippi Minnesota S. Mississippi 24 Notre Dame Arkansas Oklahoma Mississippi 25 S. Mississippi S. Mississippi Arkansas Notre Dame BYU and Opponents AP USA Today Sagarin's BCS* Comp. Rank BYU 15 13 22 15 Washington 27 29 34 27 Colorado St. - 30 45 - Virginia - - 28 - Utah State - - 104 - California - - 66 - New Mexico - - 88 - UNLV - - 108 - Air Force 37 - 43 - San Diego State - - 62 - Wyoming - - 69 - Utah 33 35 29 30 * BCS = Bowl Championship Series, a composite ranking including the other polls mentioned here. This ranking is used to determine the #1 versus #2 bowl matchups. =========================== Comparison Statistics =========================== Team Statistics (National Ranking, Statistic) BYU SDSU Category Rank Stat Rank Stat Rushing Offense (yds/g) 77 129.1 35 170.9 Passing Offense (yds/g) 6 329.3 66 202.4 Total Offense (yds/g) 11 458.38 56 373.25 Net Punting (yds/punt) 64 35.0 101 32.1 Punt Returns (yds/ret) 108 5.2 106 5.4 Kickoff Returns (yds/ret) 15 24.5 88 18.5 Scoring Offense (pts/g) 20 33.5 72 23.6 Run Defense (yds/g) 15 101.8 25 115.3 Pass Defense (efficiency) 26 109.6 78 126.8 Total Defense (yds/g) 11 293.9 17 302.0 Scoring Defense (pts/g) 32 21.5 46 22.8 Turnover Margin 95 -0.63 95 -0.63 Individual Statistics Players in the Top 50 Nationally Player Category Rank Statistic BYU Kevin Feterik Pass Efficiency 6 146.0 rating Kevin Feterik Total Offense 6 320.5 yds/g Margin Hooks Receiving Yards 25 89.9 yds/g Jesse Sowards Punting 15 43.3 yds/punt Jaron Dabney Kickoff Returns 21 24.8 yds/ret Owen Pochman Field Goals 11 1.6 fg/g Lucas Staley Scoring 9 10.3 pts/g Owen Pochman Scoring 25 8.5 pts/g San Diego St. Larry Ned Rushing 37 91.5 yds/g Nate Tandberg Field Goals 17 1.5 fg/g ==================================================================== Copyright 1999, CougarFan.com *** Tell your friends to sign up! *** To subscribe to or unsubscribe from CougarFan Insider, go to http://www.CougarFan.com/insider or send an email to "majordomo@xmission.com" with "subscribe byuinsider-text" OR "unsubscribe byuinsider-text" in the body of the message. ==================================================================== ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: "CougarFan.com" Subject: News Recap (11/3/99) Date: 03 Nov 1999 13:41:07 -0700 CougarFan Insider http://cougarfan.com News Recap (11/3/99) Selected articles included here. See all the latest news at: http://CougarFan.com =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D On This Day in Cougar Sports History =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D 1973: Jay Miller sets an NCAA record with 22 catches for 263 yards as Brigham Young beats New Mexico 56-21. =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D It's Been Too Long Between Trips to San Diego (Deseret News) =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D See: http://www.desnews.com/dn/view/1,1249,125013576,00.html? Over a 16-year period that included the entire decade of the '80s, the BYU football team averaged more than one trip per year to San Diego to play either against the Aztecs of SDSU, or to compete in the Holiday Bowl. Now, however, the Cougs haven't made it back to their old home away from home for six years because of the WAC's rotating quadrant system. This Saturday night's game in Qualcomm Stadium (formerly Jack Murphy Stadium) will mark a return to tradition. Rob Morris is the only current player to have made the trip down, having played as a true freshman in the 1993 Holiday Bowl against Ohio State. The article lists several of BYU's most memorable moments that have happened in San Diego. =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D Fans Pester Edwards on Postgame Show (Salt Lake Tribune) =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D See: http://www.sltrib.com/1999/nov/11031999/sports/43795.htm With his 250th career victory barely over, LaVell Edwards made his way to the press box at Cougar Stadium to do his weekly postgame call-in show. Caller after caller criticized BYU's conservative 4th quarter play calling, and one caller even lectured him extensively. As one of the few major college coaches who takes the time to answer questions from callers, Coach Edwards was obviously surprised at the tone of the so-called fans. "It was unbelievable," Edwards said Tuesday. "I thought it was a broken record there for a while. (I thought) they couldn't get anybody to call in, so they were replaying the same question." Following the broadcast, Coach Edwards said that he has had enough, and will not continue with the call-in show. Yesterday, however, he recanted, saying that he may or may not continue the show next year. Fellow coach Ron McBride, from the University of Utah, doesn't understand how LaVell stays so calm. "I couldn't do it," McBride said. "First of all, I'd end up swearing." =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D Men's Bball Debuts Wednesday at Varsity Preview (BYUCougars.com) =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D See: http://www.byucougars.com/basketball_m/releases/19991101_mbkb_rel.html The BYU men=92s basketball team will make its 1999-2000 season debut at the annual Varsity Preview, tonight at 7 p.m. in the Marriott Center. Sponsored by the BYU Cougar Club, the Varsity Preview will include a 40-minute intrasquad game, with three-point shooting and slam dunk contests at half time. The emcee for the Varsity Preview will be KSL Radio personality Greg Wrubell, the play-by-play announcer for BYU Basketball. Following the Preview, team pictures will be distributed by the BYU players. The event is free for all season ticket holders and for BYU students with a current university ID card. Youth groups can also attend free of charge if accompanied by adult supervisors and the invitation flier that was mailed to many local youth groups. Groups interested in attending can call the Cougar Club at 378-2583. There is a $2 charge for others who wish to attend the event. =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D Women's Soccer Ready for First MWC Tournament (BYU NewsNet) =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D See: http://newsnet.byu.edu/noframes/show_story.cfm?number=3D6338&year=3Dcurre= nt In a matter of hours, BYU's women's soccer team will begin post-season play with a first-round game against Wyoming in the inaugural MWC tournament. With a win, they will advance to the sem-finals on Thursday and from there on to the championship on Saturday. The tournament, held in Chula Vista, CA, should give the Cougars a chance to gauge their game as they get ready to move on the NCAA finals later this month. =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D Cougs Still Have Slim BCS Hopes (Salt Lake Tribune) =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D See: http://www.sltrib.com/1999/nov/11031999/sports/43793.htm Though a very long shot, there is still a chance that BYU's football team could find itself in a BCS Bowl at season's end. For it to happen, however, not only would the Cougars have to win the rest of their scheduled games, but Nebraska, Alabama, Wisconsin, Texas, Mississippi State, Michigan and Marshall would all have to lose. However, as wide reciever Jonathan Pittman says, "Anything can happen." =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D Aztecs In Favor of "Gun" Control (San Diego Union-Tribune) =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D See: http://www.uniontrib.com/sports/aztecs/991101-0010_1s1aztecs.html San Diego State's coaching staff is the latest to have spent two weeks reviewing game film of BYU, trying to find a way to combat the Cougar shotgun attack. With Kevin Feterik ranked sixth in the nation for both pass efficiency and total offense, there is plenty for the Aztec coaches to worry about. Although Feterik has flourished this season with the shotgun, SDSU head coach Ted Tollner believes that his success is more a result of the senior's game-time experience. "He's a third-year starter and playing like it," said Tollner. "He's obviously a lot more efficient and productive. Now, how much of the percentage do you credit the shotgun with, I'm not sure. "I personally think it's more because of the experience. Their routes are exactly the same. They're the same from when I was there (as an assistant) in 1981." =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D Hot D-Linemen Slow MWC Offenses (Provo Daily Herald) =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D See: http://www.daily-herald.com/dh/Dhtoday.nsf/Sports/7532B905DCE18AD08725681= E0027DA72 The Mountain West Conference, along with its forbear the WAC, is typically regarded as a conference that features high-octane offenses that put points on the board. That's why it seems odd to realize that one of the strongest positions for MWC teams as a whole this season has been the defensive line. BYU will be facing one of the conference's top defensive ends this weekend in Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila. He's a sack-producing machine with great speed and strength who is recognized as one of the best defensive ends in the west. =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D Other Articles featured at CougarFan.com =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D See: http://CougarFan.com * Falcons Sign Evan Pilgrim (Fox News) * Football Video Highlights Available Online (BYU NewsNet) * BB Recruit Pinegar to Miss Most of Senior Season (Deseret News) * Carpenter Showed Volleyball Skills Early On (BYU NewsNet) * BYU Could Disrupt Sunday Women's Soccer Championship (San Jose Mercury) * Owen Pochman: BYU's Renaissance Man (Salt Lake Tribune) * Men's Basketball Preview (ESPN.com) * Y Wants Stadium, But Not to Share (Deseret News) ==================================================================== Copyright 1999, CougarFan.com *** Tell your friends to sign up! *** To subscribe to or unsubscribe from CougarFan Insider, go to http://www.CougarFan.com/insider or send an email to "majordomo@xmission.com" with "subscribe byuinsider-text" OR "unsubscribe byuinsider-text" in the body of the message. ==================================================================== ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: "CougarFan.com" Subject: FB Pre-game: San Diego State -- Saturday 7:00 p.m. MDT Date: 05 Nov 1999 22:38:59 -0700 CougarFan Insider http://cougarfan.com FB Pre-game: San Diego State ========================= Quick Facts ========================= Team San Diego State University Aztecs Location San Diego, CA Day Saturday, 11/6/99 Time 7:00 p.m. MST Local TV KSL, Ch. 5 Regional TV ESPN+Plus (click for list of stations) Satellite Telstar 5, K-3 Upper, KU Band Internet Radio http://www.KSL.com Records BYU 7-1 (4-0), SDSU 3-5 (1-3) Last Meeting 1998: BYU won 13 - 0 Weather Partly cloudy : high 66, low 57 Latest Line BYU by 6 points ========================= Game Overview ========================= BYU enters this game with an all-time lead in the series, 17-5-1, including four straight wins. Dating back to last season, Kevin Feterik has linked up with his receivers to produce 200+ passing yard performances in 12 consecutive outings, and is the 6th rated passer in the nation. So far this season, he has thrown completions to 17 different receivers. Historically speaking, this series has been an offensive highlight reel in which the teams have combined to consistently put 80 or more points on the board, but last year, defense prevailed as Brian Gray returned an interception early on for the game's only touchdown. After that, a moonwalking Rob Morris and company held the Aztecs scoreless as a steady rain turned the field to mud in the second half. With both teams fielding highly rated defenses this year, it will be interesting to see what happens in this matchup. BYU's defense boasts a current streak of seven games with at least one interception. Jared Lee had a career game against Air Force last week with a team-leading 22 tackles, the highest for a Cougar since Derwin Gray notched 22 against Penn State in 1991. San Diego State last defeated BYU when Marshall Faulk set a Cougar Stadium record with 299 yards, leading the Aztecs to a 45 - 38 win. The Aztecs still have a strong rushing game with Jonas Lewis and Larry Ned. SDSU is led by head coach Ted Tollner, who served as the quarterbacks coach for the Y in 1981, coaching Jim McMahon as he led the nation in passing and won the first Davey O'Brien award. Coach Tollner has shifted some things around on his team, moving last year's quarterback, Brian Russell, to defense as a safety to make room for Jack Hawley, a strong-armed, nimble footed Juco transfer that has put up good numbers since earning the starting job in the third game of the season. San Diego State has been efficient in the red zone this year, scoring 15 TDs and 10 field goals on 27 trips inside the twenty yard line. The Aztecs' defense is making a strong case as one of the best units in school history. The unit has allowed two touchdowns or less in five of the eight games this season and in 12 of the last 17 games overall. ========================= Implications ========================= BYU is the only undefeated team in the conference, and wants to keep things that way throughout the season. San Diego State is pretty much just playing for pride now. A win would take some of the sting out of last year's game, which was the first time the Aztecs had been shutout since 1985. ========================= Players to Watch ========================= BYU #3, Brian Gray (CB) -- His size and speed make him a tremendous cover corner, and not many passes get thrown his way. #26, Luke Staley (RB) -- A phenomenally talented runner, he's on pace to become the most prolific scorer in BYU history. He has found his way into the end zone in every game in which he's played. He is currently ranked 9th nationally in scoring, and first among freshmen. #91, Tevita Ofahengaue (TE) -- At 6' 3", 250 lbs., he's a big load to bring down when he heads upfield with the ball. His blocking skills have improved throughout the year as he has become a great all-around player. #93, Byron Frisch (DE) -- The senior team captain will try to give a big performance as he plays his first game as a Cougar in his hometown. San Diego State #4, Larry Ned (RB) -- This junior back has emerged as SDSU's most productive runner and boasts a per-rush average of 5.9 yards which puts him fourth in the nation. He's coming off a 203-yard performance against Utah. #37, Rico Curtis (S) -- This senior strong safety has made 337 career tackles, ranking second on San Diego State's all-time tackles list. #46, Michael Duran (LB) -- He was injured on the opening kickoff of SDSU's first game, and didn't play again until the fifth game of the season, but has been all over the field since then. In the Aztecs' last game against Utah he had 12 tackles, including six for loss. #93, Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila (DE) -- He's in the midst of a 32-game starting streak for San Diego State, and for good reason. Early this season, he became the all-time leader for sacks in school history. His speed and tenacity make him difficult to block. ========================= Records to Watch ========================= BYU holds the current NCAA record of 308 consecutive games without being shut out. Kevin Feterik needs 333 passing yards to overtake Steve Sarkisian at #7 on BYU's career passing list. Kevin Feterik will be tied with Virgil Carter for 9th on the career touchdown list with two more TDs. Owen Pochman holds a school record with most consecutive field goals made. He made both of his field goal attempts against Air Force last week, giving him 10 straight makes to beat the previous record of eight in a row. Luke Staley will be tied at eighth in school history for touchdowns scored in a season with three more TDs. With four more, he will tie Ronney Jenkins' 1996 effort for the most touchdowns scored by a freshman. ========================= Injury Report ========================= BYU Tyler Nelson (S) -- He's not expected to play because of a broken bone in his right shoulder. Carlos Nuno (TE) -- He got in for a few plays against Air Force, and should see more time this week as he comes back from surgery on his MCL. San Diego State Damon Gourdine (WR) -- He was SDSU's leading receiver and a fantastic kick returner, but is out for the season now after ligaments in his right foot were torn when he was tackled in the first quarter of last week's Utah game. He had registered at least three receptions per game for the past 12 games. The last time he didn't have a catch was in Provo last October. Brad Elmore (DT) -- He may be coming back soon from a knee injury sustained at the beginning of October. ========================= Statistics ========================= ---- Team Statistics ---- (National Ranking, Statistic) BYU SDSU Category Rank Stat Rank Stat Rushing Offense (yds/g) 77 129.1 35 170.9 Passing Offense (yds/g) 6 329.3 66 202.4 Total Offense (yds/g) 11 458.38 56 373.25 Net Punting (yds/punt) 64 35.0 101 32.1 Punt Returns (yds/ret) 108 5.2 106 5.4 Kickoff Returns (yds/ret) 15 24.5 88 18.5 Scoring Offense (pts/g) 20 33.5 72 23.6 Run Defense (yds/g) 15 101.8 25 115.3 Pass Defense (efficiency) 26 109.6 78 126.8 Total Defense (yds/g) 11 293.9 17 302.0 Scoring Defense (pts/g) 32 21.5 46 22.8 Turnover Margin 95 -0.63 95 -0.63 ---- Individual Statistics ---- Players in the Top 50 Nationally Player Category Rank Statistic BYU Kevin Feterik Pass Efficiency 6 146.0 rating Kevin Feterik Total Offense 6 320.5 yds/g Margin Hooks Receiving Yards 25 89.9 yds/g Jesse Sowards Punting 15 43.3 yds/punt Jaron Dabney Kickoff Returns 21 24.8 yds/ret Owen Pochman Field Goals 11 1.6 fg/g Lucas Staley Scoring 9 10.3 pts/g Owen Pochman Scoring 25 8.5 pts/g San Diego St. Larry Ned Rushing 37 91.5 yds/g Nate Tandberg Field Goals 17 1.5 fg/g ---- Hypothetical Game ---- (If the the teams played an exactly average game) BYU SDSU Score 28 23 Total Offense (yds) 380 334 Rushing Offense (yds) 122 136 Passing Offense (yds) 258 197 Turnovers 2 2 ---- Fan Picks from the Fanzz Football Challenge ---- 94% of you picked BYU to win this week. The average score was BYU 30, San Diego State 17. Go Cougs! ==================================================================== Copyright 1999, CougarFan.com *** Tell your friends to sign up! *** To subscribe to or unsubscribe from CougarFan Insider, go to http://www.CougarFan.com/insider or send an email to "majordomo@xmission.com" with "subscribe byuinsider-text" OR "unsubscribe byuinsider-text" in the body of the message. ==================================================================== ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: "CougarFan.com" Subject: FB Post-game : BYU 30, San Diego St. 7 Date: 06 Nov 1999 23:36:30 -0700 CougarFan Insider http://cougarfan.com BYU 30, San Diego St. 7 ======================= Game Recap ======================= Defensive tackle Hans Olsen -- a nephew of Merlin Olsen -- returned a fumble 24 yards for a touchdown and Kevin Feterik threw for two touchdowns as No. 15 Brigham Young beat San Diego State 30-7 Saturday night. Mountain West Conference leader BYU (8-1, 5-0) spotted SDSU a 7-0 lead. The Cougars won their sixth straight overall and fifth straight against the Aztecs (3-6, 1-4). BYU's defense, ranked 11th nationally, came up big for a second straight year against SDSU, forcing five turnovers that led to 10 points and getting six sacks. The big play came when linebacker Rob Morris sacked Jack Hawley and forced a fumble, which the 6-foot-5, 290-pound Olsen picked up and returned down the left sideline for a 20-7 lead with 13:11 left in the third quarter. It was Olsen's first career TD. Morris recovered a fumble in the second quarter, setting up the first of three field goals by Owen Pochman, a 23-yarder. Feterik threw a 20-yard pass to Luke Staley for BYU's first score and a 15-yarder to Margin Hooks for its final score. He was 21-of-32 for 261 yards, with one interception. BYU gained only 30 rushing yards. This was BYU's first visit to San Diego since 1993, when it beat San Diego State 45-44, then returned for its 11th Holiday Bowl appearance, losing to Ohio State. BYU started slowly, with just one first down and 33 yards in the first quarter. San Diego State took a 7-0 lead on Hawley's 9-yard run with 3:22 left in the quarter, capping a drive set up by Bishop Miller's interception. BYU tied it on Feterik's screen pass to Staley with 8:08 left in the first half. Morris' recovery of Larry Ned's fumble, forced by Byron Frisch, was the third turnover in as many plays, giving the Cougars the ball on the SDSU 8. BYU had to settle for Pochman's 23-yard field goal, even though it had first-and-goal from the 2 following Aazaar Abdul-Rahim's pass interference penalty in the end zone. After San Diego State's Nate Tandberg missed a 50-yard field goal try, Feterik's passing set up Pochman's 27-yard field goal as time expired for a 13-7 halftime lead. Feterik completed four straight passes for 65 yards before getting shaken up and leaving for one play. Pochman kicked a 42-yard field goal late in the third quarter, and Hooks' TD catch came midway through the fourth. Hawley, benched in favor of Lon Sheriff after Olsen's fumble return, was 9-of-20 for 98 yards, with one interception. Notes: Rob Morris had 15 tackles (14 solo, 1 assist), 5 of which were for a loss, 3 sacks, 1 forced fumble, 2 fumble recoveries. That equals 72 defensive points which shatters BYU's previous defensive record (50 points). Owen Pochman made 3 of 3 field goals tonight, extending his BYU record consecutive made field goals to 13. Kevin Feterik tied Virgil Carter for 9th on the BYU career touchdown list with his two TDs. Luke Staley scored another touchdown tonight, but left the game in the first half with a strained left calf muscle that will be evaluated further this next week. ======================= Box Score ======================= 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Total BYU 0 13 10 7 30 SDSU 7 0 0 0 7 1st Quarter: SDSU - Hawley 9 run (Tandberg kick) 2nd Quarter: BYU - L Staley 20 pass from Feterik (Pochman kick) BYU - FG Pochman 23 BYU - FG Pochman 27 3rd Quarter: BYU - Olsen 24 fumble return (Pochman kick) BYU - FG Pochman 42 4th Quarter: BYU - Hooks 15 pass from Feterik (Pochman kick) ======================= Statistics ======================= BYU SDSU First downs 16 18 Rushes-yards 27-33 34-49 Passing yards 262 192 Passes 22-34-2 18-36-2 Punts 7-46.1 8-34.1 Fumbles-lost 0-0 5-3 Penalties-yards 6-62 5-40 Time of Possession 30:43 29:17 -- PASSING -- Note: An online pass efficiency calculator can be found at: http://www.CougarFan.com/teams/football/ BYU - Feterik 21-32, 262 yds, 1 int, 2 TDs = 148.7 pass efficiency Doman 0-1, 0 yds, 1 int, 0 TDs = (-200) pass efficiency Engemann 1-1, 0 yards, 0 int, 0 TDs = 100 pass efficiency SDSU - Hawley 9-20, 98 yds, 1 int, 0 TDs = 76.2 pass efficiency Sheriff 9-16, 94 yds, 1 int, 0 TDs = 93.1 pass efficiency -- RUSHING -- BYU - Tahi 7-13, K Sitake 2-7, Snowden 2-6, L Staley 6-5, Atuaia 2-4, Hooks 1-4, Engemann 1-minus 1, Feterik 6-minus5 SDSU - J Lewis 14-75, Mitchell 1-9, L Ned 9-5, Sheriff3-minus 13, Hawley 7-minus 27 -- RECEIVING -- BYU - Hooks 5-66, K Sitake 4-45, Horton 4-35, Atuaia3-37, Pittman 2-28, L Staley 1-20, Ofahengaue 1-19, B Doman1-7, Tahi 1-5 SDSU - Mcneill 5-59, D Lewis 4-51, Pierce4-36, Mitchell 2-28, Tolver 2-19, J Lewis 1-minus 1 ======================= Other Scores of Interest ======================= Air Force 28, Army 0 Colorado St. 36, New Mexico 22 Wyoming 43, Utah 23 New Mexico St. 14, Utah St. 6 Virginia 45, #7 Georgia Tech 38 Washington 33, Arizona 25 Oregon St. 17, California 7 ======================= Mountain West Conference Standings ======================= Conference Overall W L W L Brigham Young 5 0 8 1 Colorado State 3 2 6 3 Utah 3 2 6 3 Wyoming 2 2 5 3 New Mexico 2 2 3 5 Air Force 1 3 5 3 UNLV 1 3 3 5 San Diego State 1 4 3 6 ======================= Looking Ahead ======================= Next Game: @ Wyoming, Nov. 13, 4:00pm MST ==================================================================== Copyright 1999, CougarFan.com *** Tell your friends to sign up! *** To subscribe to or unsubscribe from CougarFan Insider, go to http://www.CougarFan.com/insider or send an email to "majordomo@xmission.com" with "subscribe byuinsider-text" OR "unsubscribe byuinsider-text" in the body of the message. ==================================================================== ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: "CougarFan.com" Subject: News Recap (11/6/99) Date: 06 Nov 1999 23:50:58 -0700 CougarFan Insider http://cougarfan.com News Recap (11/6/99) Selected articles included here. See all the latest news at: http://CougarFan.com ============================= Women's Soccer Takes MWC Title in OT (BYUCougars.com) ============================= See: http://www.byucougars.com/soccer_w/results/19991106_wsoc_res.html The BYU women’s soccer team ended an era of frustration against San Diego State Saturday, beating the Aztecs, 2-1, in sudden-death overtime to claim the first-ever Mountain West Conference championship. “We outshot them, we outplayed them, we outhustled them,” BYU coach Jennifer Rockwood said. “Give them credit, though, they stayed in it the whole game.” The victory was especially sweet for the Cougars, who had previously suffered several heartbreaking defeats to the Aztecs. The Cougars dropped a regular season meeting to San Diego State earlier this season, and lost in overtime to the Aztecs in last season’s WAC title game. The Cougars had never beaten the Aztecs in San Diego before Saturday. “It doesn’t get much better than this,” Rockwood said. “Our number one goal this season was to win the conference championship, and we accomplished it.” ============================= FB Recruit Theler Accepts Scholarship (Salt Lake Tribune) ============================= See: http://www.sltrib.com/1999/nov/11061999/sports/44776.htm Friday was not a memorable day for Brighton High receiver Joel Theler, as the Bengals fell 29-20 to Hunter in a 5-A quarterfinal game, but at least the senior knows he didn't play his last game. Theler, a 6-foot-2, 185-pound speedster, acknowledged Friday that he has accepted a football scholarship offer from Brigham Young University. Theler said he will sign with the Cougars in February. He will probably be a safety for the Cougars after first going on an LDS Church mission, he said. "All my family went to BYU and I have always wanted to go there," he said. Theler was also recruited by Utah, Oregon State and some of the military schools. ============================= Women's Soccer Lands Nation's #1 Recruit (Provo Daily Herald) ============================= See: http://www.daily-herald.com/dh/dhtoday.nsf/Sports/4BEF7465AB62553F87256821002D54E7 Aleisha Cramer, the nation's #1 rated high school soccer player, has verbally committed to attend BYU. According to her mother, Betty, Cramer called BYU assistant coach Chris Watkins Thursday night to confirm her decision. "After Aleisha's official visit to BYU, she said she loved the girls and it just felt right," Betty Cramer said from their Lakewood, CO home Friday. "The publicity has been a little overwhelming to her, but it's a relief to have the recruiting over." ============================= Other Articles featured at CougarFan.com ============================= See: http://CougarFan.com * Tonga Leads Women's VBall Past Aztecs (BYUCougars.com) * Swimmers Sweep Utah in First Meet of the Season (BYUCougars.com) * Four Former Athletes to Enter Athletic Hall of Fame (BYUCougars.com) ==================================================================== Copyright 1999, CougarFan.com *** Tell your friends to sign up! *** To subscribe to or unsubscribe from CougarFan Insider, go to http://www.CougarFan.com/insider or send an email to "majordomo@xmission.com" with "subscribe byuinsider-text" OR "unsubscribe byuinsider-text" in the body of the message. ==================================================================== ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: "CougarFan.com" Subject: Pro Watch (11/8/99) Date: 08 Nov 1999 19:49:20 -0700 CougarFan Insider http://cougarfan.com Pro Watch - 11/8/99 ============================= National Football League ============================= Ty Detmer played the 4th quarter in place of an ineffective Brown's starter Tim Couch and led Cleveland to their only touchdown of the game. Steve Young, San Francisco Did not play - concussion L: Pittsburgh 27, San Francisco 6 Ty Detmer, Cleveland 7-15, 81 yds, 1 int, TD 1 L: Baltimore 41, Cleveland 9 Travis Hall, Atlanta 0 tackles L: Jacksonville 30, Atlanta 7 Itula Mili, Seattle 0 rec, 0 yds, 0 TD W: Seattle 37, Cincinnati 20 Lee Johnson, New England Bye ============================= Canadian Football League ============================= Saskatchewan and quarterback Steve Sarkisian have ended their season. Ben Cahoon and Montreal will continue for at least one more game in the playoffs. Steve Sarkisian, Saskatchewan 13-26, 183 yds, 1 TD, 0 int L: B.C. 19, Sask 18 Ben Cahoon, Montreal 4 rec., 84 yds., 0 TD W: Montreal 45, Winnipeg 10 ============================= National Basketball Association ============================= The NBA season started this past week, and so did our coverage of BYU's lone alum, Shawn Bradley. Bradley currently leads the league in blocked shots. In addition, he set a personal best with 5 steals against the Warriors in the opening game. Shawn Bradley (C), Dallas Mavericks OPP RESULT MIN FGM-A FTM-A OFF DEF TOT AST PF ST BL PTS 11/7 @ Lakers L 97-105 20 1-9 0-0 3 3 6 0 5 0 2 2 11/6 @ Warriors W 120-97 36 3-8 4-4 3 7 10 1 3 1 7 10 11/4 @ Sonics L 96-106 25 3-9 0-0 2 6 8 3 4 0 4 6 11/2 Warriors W 108-96 18 4-7 0-0 2 2 4 1 1 5 2 8 ==================================================================== Copyright 1999, CougarFan.com *** Tell your friends to sign up! *** To subscribe to or unsubscribe from CougarFan Insider, go to http://www.CougarFan.com/insider or send an email to "majordomo@xmission.com" with "subscribe byuinsider-text" OR "unsubscribe byuinsider-text" in the body of the message. ==================================================================== ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: "CougarFan.com" Subject: FB Rankings, Stats vs. Wyoming Date: 08 Nov 1999 23:20:24 -0700 CougarFan Insider http://cougarfan.com FB Rankings, Stats vs. Wyoming Note: Best viewed in fixed-width font (ie. courier new) ============================== National Rankings ============================== AP USA Today Sagarin's BCS* Comp. Rank 1 Florida State Florida State Florida State Florida State 2 Virginia Tech Virginia Tech Virginia Tech Tennessee 3 Tennessee Tennessee Kansas St. Virginia Tech 4 Florida Florida Tennessee Florida 5 Kansas State Kansas State Nebraska Kansas St. 6 Penn State Nebraska Florida Nebraska 7 Nebraska Mississippi St. Penn State Penn State 8 Mississippi St. Penn State Wisconsin Wisconsin 9 Wisconsin Wisconsin Michigan Alabama 10 Texas Texas Alabama Mississippi St. 11 Alabama Marshall Michigan St. Texas 12 Marshall BYU Georgia Tech Michigan 13 Georgia Tech Alabama Marshall Michigan St. 14 Georgia Georgia Tech Clemson BYU 15 BYU Michigan Texas Georgia Tech 16 Michigan Georgia Miami (FL) Marshall 17 Michigan St. Michigan St. Minnesota Miami (FL) 18 Mississippi Mississippi BYU Georgia 19 Miami (FL) Miami (FL) Purdue Minnesota 20 Minnesota S. Mississippi Oklahoma Mississippi 21 S. Mississippi Minnesota Southern Miss Purdue 22 Purdue Washington Virginia S. Mississippi 23 Washington Texas A&M Mississippi St. Washington 24 E. Carolina E. Carolina Mississippi Ohio State 25 Ohio State Boston College Ohio State Clemson BYU and Opponents AP USA Today Sagarin's BCS* Comp. Rank BYU 15 12 18 14 Washington 23 22 29 23 Colorado St. - 31 40 44 Virginia 30 33 22 29 Utah State - - 111 98 California - - 64 62 New Mexico - - 92 86 UNLV - - 108 96 Air Force - 42 37 49 San Diego State - - 66 78 Wyoming 46 - 48 53 Utah 38 - 42 54 * BCS = Bowl Championship Series, a composite ranking including the other polls mentioned here. This ranking is used to determine the #1 versus #2 bowl matchups. ============================== Comparison Statistics ============================== ------- Team Statistics ------- (National Ranking, Statistic) BYU Wyoming Category Rank Stat Rank Stat ------------------------ ----- ------ ----- ------ Rushing Offense (yds/g) 87 118.4 75 132.0 Passing Offense (yds/g) 9 321.8 32 240.9 Total Offense (yds/g) 12 440.22 58 372.88 Net Punting (yds/punt) 54 35.7 21 38.5 Punt Returns (yds/ret) 110 5.1 75 8.1 Kickoff Returns (yds/ret) 21 23.2 6 25.5 Scoring Offense (pts/g) 18 33.1 46 27.8 Run Defense (yds/g) 13 95.9 79 162.5 Pass Defense (efficiency) 20 106.3 47 115.9 Total Defense (yds/g) 7 288.0 87 390.9 Scoring Defense (pts/g) 27 19.9 49 23.3 Turnover Margin 74 -0.22 36 0.25 ------- Individual Statistics ------- Players in the Top 50 Nationally Player Category Rank Statistic BYU Kevin Feterik Pass Efficiency 7 146.3 rating Kevin Feterik Total Offense 8 313.4 yds/g Margin Hooks Receiving Yards 29 87.2 yds/g Jesse Sowards Punting 11 43.8 yds/punt Jaron Dabney Kickoff Returns 25 24.8 yds/ret Owen Pochman Field Goals 4 1.9 fg/g Lucas Staley Scoring 11 9.7 pts/g Owen Pochman Scoring 20 8.9 pts/g Wyoming Jay Stoner Pass Efficiency 39 129.8 rating Tom Waring Punting 21 43.8 yds/punt Aaron Elling Field Goals 31 1.3 fg/g ==================================================================== Copyright 1999, CougarFan.com *** Tell your friends to sign up! *** To subscribe to or unsubscribe from CougarFan Insider, go to http://www.CougarFan.com/insider or send an email to "majordomo@xmission.com" with "subscribe byuinsider-text" OR "unsubscribe byuinsider-text" in the body of the message. ==================================================================== ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: "CougarFan.com" Subject: News Recap (11/9/99) Date: 09 Nov 1999 15:41:20 -0700 CougarFan Insider http://cougarfan.com News Recap (11/9/99) Selected articles included here. See all the latest news at: http://CougarFan.com =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D Women's Soccer Hosts California Wednesday (BYUCougars.com) =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D See: http://www.byucougars.com/soccer_w/releases/19991108_wsoc_rel.html The newly crowned MWC champions are off to the 1999 NCAA women's soccer tournament. The team opens at home on Wednesday, at 6:00 p.m. MST, against California (13-6-1). Prices for the BYU vs California women=92s soccer game on Wednesday, November 10 at 6 p.m., are $7 for general admission, and $5 for BYU students and staff, senior citizens and children under 12. This will be the Cougars third consecutive visit to the NCAA Women=92s Soccer Championships, and possibly their best shot at going all the way. If the Lady Cougars can beat California, they will advance to play #1 Santa Clara, the team that has eliminated BYU from the tournament the past two years. Come and cheer the team on to victory! =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D BYU, Morris Are Best in the West (CBSSportsline.com) =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D See: http://www.sportsline.com/u/ce/multi/0,1329,1548377_56,00.html Nine games into the football season, BYU has shown that it has the best team in the west, and one of the best in the nation. Last Saturday's game against San Diego State was another great night for middle linebacker Rob Morris, who had an unbelievable performance, setting a new school record for defensive points earned in a game. The article takes an inside look at some of the players' attitudes about this season, and gives details about the different possibilities for post-season play for the Cougars. =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D After 8 weeks, Detmer Gets Chance to Lead Offense (Cleveland Live) =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D See: http://www.cleveland.com/browns/index.ssf?/browns/pdnews99/s08robb.html After patiently sitting the bench, acting as a mentor to rookie Tim Couch, Ty Detmer finally got a chance to get back on the field and play some football this weekend. With Couch struggling during a big loss to the Baltimore Ravens, Browns coach Chris Palmer turned to Detmer to make something happen on the field. The former BYU quarterback led the Browns to their sole touchdown of the game. The switch probably didn't signal a permanent change. "Ty had a good week of practice," Palmer said, explaining his switch after the 41-9 drubbing by the Ravens. "I think Tim was struggling. . . . I wanted to see if we could jump-start some things." Detmer himself admitted that his production wasn't as impressive as if it had come at the beginning of the game. "They (the Ravens) had some backups in, they were in prevent (defense), the game was pretty much over and they're just trying to run the clock out," Detmer said. Still, it felt good to him to be back out on the field. =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D Cougars Aren't Satisfied Yet (Deseret News) =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D See: http://www.desnews.com/dn/view/1,1249,125014968,00.html? Although the BYU football team needs just one more win in its final two games to clinch a share of the inaugural MWC championship, the senior leaders on the team are demanding more than that. They want the team to perform up to its potential, and that means soundly defeating Wyoming and Utah, and finishing in the top 10. "We had to do some butt-chewing at halftime," said quarterback Kevin Feterik of Saturday's lackluster first half against SDSU. "Some of us didn't come ready to play at the start." =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D Morris Named MWC Defensive Player of the Week (BYUCougars.com) =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D See: http://www.byucougars.com/football/releases/19991108_ftb_rel.html BYU senior middle linebacker Rob Morris has been named this week's Mountain West Conference Defensive Player of the Week after recording a game-high 15 tackles, including 14 solo tackles, in the Cougars' 30-7 win at San Diego State. Morris collected a season-high five tackles for a combined loss of 30 yards, including three sacks for minus-25 yards. He also forced two key fumbles and recovered one. His forced fumble in the third quarter broke the game open when Hans Olsen scooped up the ball and ran for a 24-yard touchdown. Morris entered his final season at BYU as one of the nation's leading candidates for the coveted Butkus Award, but was forced to miss four games with a sever lower abdominal/groin strain. Saturday's game against San Diego State marked Morris' third straight game with 13 or more tackles. Since returning from his injury, the 6-2, 250-pound bruiser has produced 41 tackles, averaging 13.7 takedowns per game. Despite missing four games, Morris ranks second on the BYU defense with 57 tackles on the season, including 36 solos. =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D Puikkonen Earns MWC VBall Player of the Week Honor (BYUCougars.com) =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D See: http://www.byucougars.com/volleyball_w/releases/19991108_wvlb_rel.html Sophomore middle blocker Nina Puikkonen from BYU has earned the Mountain West Conference Volleyball Player of the Week honor for the second time this season. Puikkonen helped lead the Cougars to two sweeps in conference action as they defeated San Diego State and UNLV during the week. BYU has won 30 of its 33 conference games and leads the league with a 10-1 match record. The Cougars are ranked No. 10 in the nation with a 21-3 overall slate. In the week=92s action, Puikkonen was just short of two triple-doubles =96 falling one dig short in each three-game match. At San Diego State she collected 12 kills, 11 blocks and nine digs, then at UNLV she totaled 19 kills, 11 blocks and nine digs. She averaged an impressive 5.17 kills, 3.67 blocks and 3.00 digs per game and hit .431 with 31 total kills and just nine errors in 51 attempts. She also served two aces. She established a new three-game season-high with the 11 blocks at SDSU, then tied that effort at UNLV. =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D Rockwood Furious Over NCAA Bias in Soccer Seeds (Provo Daily Herald) =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D See: http://www.daily-herald.com/dh/dhtoday.nsf/Sports/0A69B5E2085D2CD58725682= 300548CA1 After viewing their recent seeding in the NCAA tournament, BYU women's soccer coach Jennifer Rockwood said "the women's soccer selection committee made a pretty obvious statement with their bracketing that they don't want us to screw up their tournament." This is because if BYU gets to the championship game, which is slated for Sunday, the NCAA will have to change the game to another day. So, the committe slotted the Cougars in THE most difficult seeding of all the 48 teams, even though they should have been slotted in the top 15. With the 48th seed, BYU must play an extra game and if they win that game, they then face #1 Santa Clara in the next round. =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D Other Articles featured at CougarFan.com =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D See: http://CougarFan.com * Football Recruit Cowan Suffers Knee Injury (Deseret News) * Olsen Lives Up his Big Score (Provo Daily Herald) * Cougs Can't Start Slow Next Week in Laramie (Provo Daily Herald) * Young Took Up Torch for 49er Dynasty (ESPN.com) * LB Holtry Recognized as One of Top 10 Transfers (Sports Illustrated) * Probable Liberty Bowl Bid Has Hollow Ring for BYU (Salt Lake Tribune) * Coach Edwards' Wife Supports Cougars in Many Ways (BYU NewsNet) ==================================================================== Copyright 1999, CougarFan.com *** Tell your friends to sign up! *** To subscribe to or unsubscribe from CougarFan Insider, go to http://www.CougarFan.com/insider or send an email to "majordomo@xmission.com" with "subscribe byuinsider-text" OR "unsubscribe byuinsider-text" in the body of the message. ==================================================================== ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: "CougarFan.com" Subject: FB Pre-game: Wyoming -- Saturday 4:00 p.m. MST Date: 12 Nov 1999 11:51:05 -0700 CougarFan Insider http://cougarfan.com FB Pre-game: Wyoming =========================== Quick Facts =========================== Team University of Wyoming Cowboys Location Laramie, WY Day Saturday, 11/13/99 Time 4:00 p.m. MST Local TV KSL, Ch. 5 Regional TV ESPN Game Plan (Pay-per view) Satellite GE-3, Transponder K19, KU Band Internet Radio http://www.KSL.com Records BYU 8-1 (5-0), Wyoming 5-3 (2-2) Last Meeting 1996: BYU won 28 - 25 (OT) Weather Partly cloudy : high 61, low 39 Latest Line BYU by 7.5 points =========================== Game Overview =========================== BYU BYU travels to Wyoming for the first time since 1992, but Cowboys fans have another game fresh in their minds. In 1996, the Cougars beat Wyoming in overtime to capture the WAC Championship, a berth in the Liberty Bowl and a #5 ranking. Kevin Feterik and the BYU offense are putting up numbers this year similar to the 1996, Steve Sarkisian-led offense. BYU is scoring over 33 points a game, and is getting everyone involved. Last week, senior Cliff Doman became the 17th different receiver to catch a Feterik pass this season. Over the last four games, the BYU defense has held its opponents to 275 yards rushing, giving up just 68.75 yards per game and four rushing touchdowns. In contrast, the Cougar defense was allowing 116.8 yards rushing through the first five games and had also allowed an average one rushing touchdown per game. Equally impressive, the BYU defense was giving up 29.0 points per game through the first five games, but have allowed just 8.5 points per game over the last four games. Currently the Cougar defense has laced together a streak of eight straight games with at least one interception. Wyoming After destroying Utah last week, Wyoming is looking to complete the sweep of Utah schools. Wyoming hasn't enjoyed a lot of success against BYU in recent years. The Cowboy have dropped six straight to the Cougars, including two straight in Laramie. The Cowboys are led by junior quarterback Jay Stoner, who was named MWC offensive player of the week for his performance against Utah last week. On defense, the Cowboys will look to senior free safety Matt Lehning to try to contain the BYU passing offense. Matt leads the team in interceptions and is also the leading tackler on the team. =========================== Implications =========================== BYU can finish out a tremendous season if they continue to play up to their potential. They only need one more win to seal up the conference title and a bid to the Liberty Bowl. Wyoming is still hoping for a slice of the MWC title, but in order for that to happen, they will need to beat BYU and hope for a Ute win over the Cougars next week. Also, there's no love lost when it comes to the rivalry between these teams. The Pokes' fans are anything but friendly when it comes to welcoming the Cougs to their stadium. =========================== Players to Watch =========================== BYU #9 Jared Lee (S) -- The Ricks College transfer has turned up the heat on opposing offenses recently and leads BYU in tackles and interceptions. #27 Owen Pochman (PK) -- This could be a record-setting game (again) for BYU's all-time field goal leader. The next record to fall is the all-time BYU scoring record. See the "Records to Watch" section. #33 Fahu Tahi (RB) -- With the injury to Luke Staley, BYU will turn to Tahi for ground production. In the last game Staley missed, Tahi rushed for over 100 yards. #44 Rob Morris (LB) -- The "Freight Train" set a BYU record last week with 72 defensive points. Since his return from injury, the Cougar defense has shut down opponents and continued to climb in all defensive statistics. Wyoming #6 Matt Lehning (S) -- The 6-1, 193-pound senior leads the squad in tackles with 73 on the year. He is tied with three other players with two interceptions on the season. #11 Jay Stoner (QB) -- When healthy, Stoner has produced over 1,000 yards of passing, completing 76-of-125 attempts, including two touchdown passes. #18 Kofi Schuck (WR), #83, Wendell Montgomery (WR) -- This receiving duo has produced a average 107.2 yards receiving per game. =========================== Records to Watch =========================== BYU holds the current NCAA record of 309 consecutive games without being shut out. Kevin Feterik needs only 71 passing yards to overtake Steve Sarkisian at #7 on BYU's career passing list, and 244 to take the #6 spot away from Marc Wilson. Kevin Feterik is tied with Virgil Carter for 9th on the career touchdown list. He will move into a tie for 8th place with Steve Sarkisian with four more TDs. Owen Pochman holds an ongoing school record for most consecutive field goals made. He has made 13 attempts in a row, bettering Leonard Chitty's previous mark of eight straight. Owen Pochman needs just four more points to move into a tie with Jamal Willis for second on the all-time BYU scoring list at 240. With seven points, he will tie the all-time career scoring record (Kurt Gunther, 243). =========================== Injury Report =========================== BYU Luke Staley (RB) -- He had his knee scoped and is recovering quickly, but his left calf muscle is causing problems. He is doubtful for Wyoming, but should return for the Utah game. Jeff Holtry (LB) -- He injured his knee and is out for the season. Tyler Nelson (S) -- He injured his shoulder and is out for the season. Wyoming Jeff Boyle (NG) -- Knee injury: Out for the season. =========================== Statistics =========================== ----- Team Statistics ----- (National Ranking, Statistic) BYU Wyoming Category Rank Stat Rank Stat Rushing Offense (yds/g) 87 118.4 75 132.0 Passing Offense (yds/g) 9 321.8 32 240.9 Total Offense (yds/g) 12 440.22 58 372.88 Net Punting (yds/punt) 54 35.7 21 38.5 Punt Returns (yds/ret) 110 5.1 75 8.1 Kickoff Returns (yds/ret) 21 23.2 6 25.5 Scoring Offense (pts/g) 18 33.1 46 27.8 Run Defense (yds/g) 13 95.9 79 162.5 Pass Defense (efficiency) 20 106.3 47 115.9 Total Defense (yds/g) 7 288.0 87 390.9 Scoring Defense (pts/g) 27 19.9 49 23.3 Turnover Margin 74 -0.22 36 0.25 ----- Individual Statistics ----- Players in the Top 50 Nationally Player Category Rank Statistic BYU Kevin Feterik Pass Efficiency 7 146.3 rating Kevin Feterik Total Offense 8 313.4 yds/g Margin Hooks Receiving Yards 29 87.2 yds/g Jesse Sowards Punting 11 43.8 yds/punt Jaron Dabney Kickoff Returns 25 24.8 yds/ret Owen Pochman Field Goals 4 1.9 fg/g Lucas Staley Scoring 11 9.7 pts/g Owen Pochman Scoring 20 8.9 pts/g Wyoming Jay Stoner Pass Efficiency 39 129.8 rating Tom Waring Punting 21 43.8 yds/punt Aaron Elling Field Goals 31 1.3 fg/g ----- Hypothetical Game ----- (If the the teams played an exactly average game) BYU Wyoming Score 28 24 Total Offense (yds) 416 330 Rushing Offense (yds) 140 114 Passing Offense (yds) 276 216 Turnovers 2 2 Go Cougs! ==================================================================== Copyright 1999, CougarFan.com *** Tell your friends to sign up! *** To subscribe to or unsubscribe from CougarFan Insider, go to http://www.CougarFan.com/insider or send an email to "majordomo@xmission.com" with "subscribe byuinsider-text" OR "unsubscribe byuinsider-text" in the body of the message. ==================================================================== ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: "CougarFan.com" Subject: FB Post-game : Wyoming 31, BYU 17 Date: 15 Nov 1999 12:41:06 -0700 CougarFan Insider http://cougarfan.com Wyoming 31, BYU 17 ======================= Game Recap ======================= BYU, playing in Laramie for the first time since 1992, was averaging 33 points and 440 yards. Wyoming (6-3, 3-2 Mountain West) limited the Cougars to 391 yards and held Feterik to one touchdown pass in a 31-17 upset Saturday. The loss snapped the Cougars' six-game winning streak and prevented BYU (8-2, 5-1) from clinching the Mountain West Conference title outright while keeping Wyoming's championship hopes alive. BYU can clinch the crown, and a berth in the Liberty Bowl, with a win over Utah nest week. Wyoming coach Dana Dimel said holding BYU to 29 yards rushing -- 89 below their average -- was the key. "The defensive line was playing so tenacious that we completely took their run game out of their package and made them throw the ball and that was our game plan,'' Dimel said. To counter the pass, Wyoming blitzed heavily and used five defensive backs. Jay Stoner sparked Wyoming's offense, going 20-of-30 for 302 yards and three touchdowns, including a 22-yarder to Kofi Shuck late in the third quarter that put the Cowboys up 24-10. Wyoming piled up 475 yards against the nation's 12th-ranked defense. BYU had been giving up only 288 yards per game. "It just simply wasn't one of our better nights,'' BYU coach LaVell Edwards said. "They just came out and took the fight to us and sustained it throughout the whole ballgame.'' "We just screwed up, a lot,'' BYU linebacker Rob Morris said. "We'll bounce back and get ready to play Utah and get ready to beat Utah and win a championship. We don't have any options now.'' It was Wyoming's first win over BYU since 1988. The teams had met only once during the last six regular seasons because of a scheduling quirk in the Western Athletic Conference, a league which both teams left after last season. Feterik was 30-of-46 for 362 yards and moved ahead of Steve Sarkisian, Marc Wilson and Steve Young and into fifth place on BYU's career passing list with 7,756 yards. Owen Pochman's school-record 14th consecutive field goal, a 32-yarder in the third quarter, drew the Cougars within 17-10. The extra point after a 1-yard TD run by Feterik with 4:47 remaining moved Pochman into second place on BYU's career scoring list with 241 points. ======================= Box Score ======================= 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Total BYU 0 7 3 7 17 Wyoming 7 7 10 7 31 1st Quarter: Wyoming - Montgomery 13 pass from Stoner (Elling kick) 2nd Quarter: BYU - Hooks 20 pass from Feterik (Pochman kick) Wyoming - Montgomery 20 pass from Stoner (Elling kick) 3rd Quarter: Wyoming - FG Elling 45 BYU - FG Pochman 32 Wyoming - Shuck 22 pass from Stoner (Elling kick) 4th Quarter: Wyoming - Beasley 14 run (Elling kick) BYU - Feterik 1 run (Pochman kick) ======================= Statistics ======================= BYU UW First downs 22 28 Rushes-yards 29-29 44-173 Passing yards 362 302 Passes 30-46-1 20-30-0 Punts 6-45.0 3-38.7 Fumbles-lost 3-1 3-2 Penalties-yards 10-74 4-16 Time of Possession 32:41 27:19 -- PASSING -- Note: An online pass efficiency calculator can be found at: http://www.CougarFan.com/teams/football/ BYU - Feterik 30-46, 362 yds, 1 int, 1 TDs = 134.1 pass efficiency Wyoming - Stoner 20-30, 302 yds, 0 int, 3 TDs = 184.2 pass efficiency -- RUSHING -- BYU - Snowden 2-13, Tahi 10-11, K Sitake 3-4, Atuaia 2-4, Feterik 12-minus 3 Wyoming - Beasley 16-82, Brye 10-31, Shuck 3-31, Nash 3-14, King 1-12, Montgomery 2-6, B Ralph 2-4, Stoner 7-minus 7 -- RECEIVING -- BYU - Hooks 7-143, Horton 5-65, Atuaia 5-31, Snowden 5-28, Pittman 3-48, K Sitake 2-15, Nuno 1-23, Tahi 1-9, Ofahengaue 1-0 Wyoming - Montgomery 7-122, Shuck 5-60, Beasley 3-65, King 3-26, Nash 1-22, B Ralph 1-7 ======================= Other Scores of Interest ======================= Air Force 35, UNLV 16 Utah 52, New Mexico 7 Virginia 50, Buffalo 21 Oregon 24, California 19 UCLA 23, #23 Washington 20 ======================= Mountain West Conference Standings ======================= Conference Overall W L W L Brigham Young 5 1 8 2 Utah 4 2 7 3 Colorado State 3 2 6 3 Wyoming 3 2 6 3 Air Force 2 3 6 3 New Mexico 2 3 3 6 UNLV 1 4 3 6 San Diego State 1 4 3 6 ======================= Looking Ahead ======================= Next Game: Utah, Nov. 20, 1:00pm MST ==================================================================== Copyright 1999, CougarFan.com *** Tell your friends to sign up! *** To subscribe to or unsubscribe from CougarFan Insider, go to http://www.CougarFan.com/insider or send an email to "majordomo@xmission.com" with "subscribe byuinsider-text" OR "unsubscribe byuinsider-text" in the body of the message. ==================================================================== ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: "CougarFan.com" Subject: FB Rankings, Stats vs. Utah Date: 17 Nov 1999 08:22:46 -0700 CougarFan Insider http://cougarfan.com FB Rankings, Stats vs. Utah ============================= National Rankings ============================= AP USA Today Sagarin's BCS* Comp. Rank 1 Florida State Florida State Florida State Florida State 2 Virginia Tech Virginia Tech Virginia Tech Virginia Tech 3 Florida Florida Nebraska Nebraska 4 Nebraska Nebraska Kansas St. Florida 5 Wisconsin Wisconsin Tennessee Tennessee 6 Texas Texas Florida Alabama 7 Tennessee Tennessee Wisconsin Wisconsin 8 Alabama Alabama Michigan Kansas St. 9 Kansas State Kansas State Penn State Texas 10 Michigan Michigan Alabama Michigan 11 Marshall Marshall Michigan St. Penn State 12 Mississippi St. Georgia Tech Georgia Tech Michigan St. 13 Penn State Penn State Marshall Georgia Tech 14 Georgia Tech Michigan St. Texas Marshall 15 Michigan St. Mississippi St. Minnesota Mississippi St. 16 Mississippi Mississippi Clemson Minnesota 17 Minnesota S. Mississippi Oklahoma Mississippi 18 S. Mississippi Minnesota Miami (FL) S. Mississippi 19 BYU BYU Southern Miss Purdue 20 Purdue Texas A&M Texas A&M Texas A&M 21 Georgia E. Carolina Purdue BYU 22 Arkansas Boston College Arkansas Arkansas 23 E. Carolina Georgia Mississippi Oklahoma 24 Texas A&M Arkansas La. Tech La. Tech 25 Boston College Purdue Mississippi St. Miami (FL) BYU and Opponents AP USA Today Sagarin's BCS* Comp. Rank BYU 19 19 26 21 Washington 34 31 35 33 Colorado St. - 33 40 42 Virginia 40 32 29 32 Utah State - - 110 96 California - - 67 63 New Mexico - - 96 90 UNLV - - 112 97 Air Force - - 37 45 San Diego State - - 68 73 Wyoming 31 40 38 34 Utah - - 30 46 * BCS = Bowl Championship Series, a composite ranking including the other polls mentioned here. This ranking is used to determine the #1 versus #2 bowl matchups. ============================= Comparison Statistics ============================= -------- Team Statistics -------- (National Ranking, Statistic) BYU Utah Category Rank Stat Rank Stat ------------------------- ----- ----- ----- ----- Rushing Offense (yds/g) 96 109.5 50 153.1 Passing Offense (yds/g) 5 325.8 42 231.6 Total Offense (yds/g) 12 435.3 46 384.7 Net Punting (yds/punt) 57 35.7 76 34.4 Punt Returns (yds/ret) 110 5.3 2 17.6 Kickoff Returns (yds/ret) 24 22.7 13 24.2 Scoring Offense (pts/g) 23 31.5 14 34.3 Run Defense (yds/g) 18 103.6 71 156.7 Pass Defense (efficiency) 36 113.8 7 97.4 Total Defense (yds/g) 21 306.7 35 337.1 Scoring Defense (pts/g) 32 21.0 15 17.7 Turnover Margin 74 -0.2 16 0.7 -------- Individual Statistics -------- Players in the Top 50 Nationally Player Category Rank Statistic BYU Kevin Feterik Pass Efficiency 9 144.9 rating Kevin Feterik Total Offense 7 318.0 yds/g Margin Hooks Receiving Yards 20 92.8 yds/g Margin Hooks Receptions 42 5.3 rec/g Jesse Sowards Punting 11 44.0 yds/punt Jaron Dabney Kickoff Returns 28 24.1 yds/ret Owen Pochman Field Goals 7 1.7 fg/g Lucas Staley Scoring 11 9.7 pts/g Owen Pochman Scoring 21 8.5 pts/g Utah Mike Anderson Rushing 27 99.7 yds/g Darnell Arceneaux Pass Efficiency 34 144.9 rating Stevonne Smith Receiving Yards 40 80.6 yds/g Jay Hill Interceptions 8 0.6 ints/g Andre Dyson Interceptions 40 0.4 ints/g Stevonne Smith Punt Returns 1 20.1 yds/ret Mike Anderson Scoring 41 7.3 pts/g Stevonne Smith All-purpose Yards 21 143.6 yds/g ==================================================================== Copyright 1999, CougarFan.com *** Tell your friends to sign up! *** To subscribe to or unsubscribe from CougarFan Insider, go to http://www.CougarFan.com/insider or send an email to "majordomo@xmission.com" with "subscribe byuinsider-text" OR "unsubscribe byuinsider-text" in the body of the message. ==================================================================== ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: "CougarFan.com" Subject: News Recap (11/17/99) Date: 17 Nov 1999 12:18:58 -0700 CougarFan Insider http://cougarfan.com News Recap (11/17/99) Selected articles included here. See all the latest news at: http://CougarFan.com ===================================================== Staley Expects to Play this Saturday (Salt Lake Tribune) ===================================================== See: http://www.sltrib.com/1999/nov/11161999/sports/47734.htm BYU's touchdown-scoring freshman says that he expects to play in this Saturday's football game against Utah. He missed last week's Wyoming game due to a recently scoped knee and a sore calf. As for now, the calf seems to be giving him more problems. Besides leading the Cougars in rushing and touchdowns scored, Staley hasn't fumbled once on his 92 carries this season. ===================================================== Get Christmas Gifts at the CougarFanzz Store! ===================================================== See: http://cougarfan.com/store/ Christmas is fast approaching and we've got the BYU merchandise to make any CougarFan happy. Visit the CougarFanzz store for your holiday shopping. ===================================================== BYU, U Fans to Kick Off Food Drive at Game (Deseret News) ===================================================== See: http://www.deseretnews.com/dn/view/1,1249,130008149,00.html The alumni associations of both BYU and Utah are organizing a food and money drive that will benefit Utah's food banks, and those fans attending this Saturday's game will be able to contribute to the cause with donations of non-perishable items and cash at all of the entrances to Cougar Stadium. Also, BYU's Alumni Association will hold a pep rally in the Wilkinson Student Center Ballroom at 7:00 p.m. Friday night. To enter, fans must wear blue and are asked to bring a can of food or a cash donation. Space at the event will be limited, so reservations are required by calling (801) 378-6750. For further information on the food drive, call (801) 378-6748. ===================================================== BB Team Goes Long Range to Win Exhibition (Provo Daily Herald) ===================================================== See: http://www.heraldextra.com/dh/Dhtoday.nsf/Sports/23F3CAEFF927E1158725682C002D4CF2 In last night's exhibition game against EA Sports, Todd Christensen made the most of his relief role by entering the game and hitting 7 of 8 shots, including five from downtown, to pace the Cougars with a game-high 20 point effort. "I'll take that coming off the bench any time," Christensen said. As a team, the Y put in 11 of 17 treys, which was enough to overpower the all-star team 87-59. EA Coach Al Attles had complimentary words for the Cougs' shooting. "BYU is by far the best shooting team we played, and they are the most disciplined. I think they'll make some noise down the line." Carl Foster, a guard for the EA team said, "BYU's gonna be a lot better than people think. That's a good, tough basketball team." ===================================================== Parity Clogs MWC: 4 Teams Could Share Championship (Daily Herald) ===================================================== See: http://www.heraldextra.com/dh/Dhtoday.nsf/Sports/512E0FF45F4202678725682C002D6AA7 Before this football season even started, all that was heard about the MWC was the word "Parity." As the season winds down, the distance between the conference champion and the rest of the conference looks like it could be even closer than anyone expected. If BYU were to lose to Utah, and Wyoming and Colorado State can win the rest of their games, four of the league's eight teams will tie for the inaugural conference championship. Even with a BYU victory, Wyoming and CSU would be headed for a probably second-place tie. The fact that the MWC only has two guaranteed bowl spots, and at least four teams that are good bowl candidates has some coaches irritated. "I think it's absolutely a shame that this conference, with the quality of football teams that we have, is only going to have two teams go to bowl games," said Wyoming's Dana Dimel. Ron McBride of Utah added, "It really upsets me, because some people are not going to go who deserve to go." ===================================================== We May Have Lost, but We Didn't Lose Everything (BYU NewsNet) ===================================================== See: http://newsnet.byu.edu/show_story.cfm?number=6627&year=current This article gives an account of one fan's experience as he attended last week's Wyoming game with some friends. He talks about the less-than-hospitable environment in Laramie, and tells of his car being egged, having obscenities written on it, and the back window being bashed in because of a BYU sticker in his window. ===================================================== Liberty Bowl Likely Will Choose BYU, But. . . (Salt Lake Tribune) ===================================================== See: http://www.sltrib.com/1999/nov/11151999/sports/47472.htm With a possible four-way tie looming ahead in the MWC (Yeah right -- we all know that BYU will take the title outright), it's interesting that there's no definitive tiebreaker. The fact of the matter is, if there is more than one champion, officials from the Liberty Bowl can choose whichever one they want to for the December 31st game. Chances are, even with a loss this Saturday, the Cougars would be the choice to play in Memphis because of their national appeal. However, Wyoming has come on strong late in the season and would also deserve a close look if the Cowboys won out. If they were to lose, Utah would be a logical choice. ===================================================== A Proven Winner, Cleveland Enters Third Year (Utah County Journal) ===================================================== See: http://www.ucjournal.com/StoryLink.php3?id=1214650&c=1130302&s=8 It's been 2 1/2 years since Steve Cleveland inherited a 1-25 basketball team and accepted the task of rebuilding the program to a point of national prominence. Cleveland's teams have made strides in the right direction, finishing 9-21 and 12-16, and qualifying for the conference tournament both years. This year should be another step forward, as four starters return for the Cougars. The team's goal is to be invited to post-season play beyond the conference tournament. ===================================================== BYU Broadcaster Has Come Full Circle (Salt Lake Tribune) ===================================================== See: http://www.sltrib.com/1999/nov/11161999/sports/47757.htm This intriguing article gives insight into the little-known personal live of Paul James, "the voice of BYU sports." As a young boy, James had a bicycle accident that left his teeth a twisted mess, and consequently, his self-confidence in a shambles. The article describes how he went from an introverted youth to an accomplished broadcaster, both on TV and radio. After years of great success, James retired from television to devote more time to his family. He pursued his boyhood dreams, traveling the world with his wife, and learned to paint and play the piano. He says that his life has been a good one, and that is really more important than the outcome of Saturday's big game. ===================================================== Other Articles featured at CougarFan.com ===================================================== See: http://CougarFan.com * A Red-Eye Week at Y (Deseret News) * Psychology to Have Effect on Grudge Match (Provo Daily Herald) * Fans Take Rivalry Week Taunts to Internet (Salt Lake Tribune) * Meads Will Decide When He's Ready (Salt Lake Tribune) * BYU Tinkers with Honor Code Video (Provo Daily Herald) * Snowden Makes Appearance in Wyoming (Provo Daily Herald) * Lyday Ready to Electrify Provo (Utah County Journal) ==================================================================== Copyright 1999, CougarFan.com *** Tell your friends to sign up! *** To subscribe to or unsubscribe from CougarFan Insider, go to http://www.CougarFan.com/insider or send an email to "majordomo@xmission.com" with "subscribe byuinsider-text" OR "unsubscribe byuinsider-text" in the body of the message. ==================================================================== ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: "CougarFan.com" Subject: FB Pre-game: Utah -- Saturday 1:00 p.m. MST Date: 19 Nov 1999 15:04:32 -0700 CougarFan Insider http://cougarfan.com FB Pre-game: Utah ============================= Quick Facts ============================= Team University of Utah Utes Location Provo, UT Day Saturday, 11/20/99 Time 1:00 p.m. MST Local Utah TV KJZZ, Ch. 14 Regional TV ESPN+Plus (click for list of stations) National TV ESPN Gameplan Internet Radio http://www.KSL.com Records BYU 8-2 (5-1), Utah 7-3 (4-2) Last Meeting 1998: BYU won 26 - 24 Weather Mostly cloudy : high 47, low 26 Latest Line BYU by 6.5 points ============================= Game Overview ============================= BYU's 75th meeting with Utah has enough on the line to make this game even more than a heated rivalry. The winner will win the inaugural Mountain West Conference football title. BYU has some statistics going for it, including a #5 ranked passing attack and a home field advantage that helped the Cougars win 10 of their last 11 games in Cougar Stadium. However, the last win over Utah in Cougar Stadium was in 1991 with Ty Detmer at the helm. QB Feterik continues to shine with at least one touchdown pass in 15 straight games and spreading the ball around to 18 different receivers this season. The offense hopes to welcome the return of Luke Staley from injury, but his status is doubtful. Nevertheless, Staley and co-freshman Tahi were named 2 of the top 10 true freshman by Sports Illustrated. BYU will try to get on the board first since they are undefeated this season when scoring first. The Cougar defense has been solid this season, but has excelled against the run. It has only given up 5 rushing touchdowns all year. The front seven have also battered around opposing quarterbacks, totaling 29 sacks in the last five games. The defensive secondary will try to rebound from the Wyoming loss where they allowed 302 yards through the air. Utah will try to turn the statistics in their favor. In the last 9 meetings between the two teams, the visiting team has won 7 times. The Utes team leader, Darnel Arceneaux will miss Saturday's game following a massive concussion against Wyoming two weeks ago. His backup, T.D. Croshaw has posted a 156. 84 efficiency rating over nine games, connecting on 68-of-113 attempts for 948 yards and 12 touchdowns. Complementing the passing of Croshaw will be the Ute's leading rusher, Mike Anderson. With his 99.7 yard average, he is one of the best backs in Utah history. WR Steve Smith has been Utah's big play man all season. Against New Mexico, he returned 2 punts for touchdowns. Utah may be able to rename the "red zone" to "crimson red zone" because they have owned it this year. On offense, they have had 29 trips to the "red zone" and have scored 27 times (93%). On everyone's mind is trying to revenge last year's loss to BYU when kicker Ryan Kaneshiro missed a field goal at the end of the game, ricocheting the kick off the right upright -- now well known in Cougar circles as the "Big Doink". On defense, the "red zone" has been hostile territory for opponents. Opponents have only scored 63% of the time within the 20 yard line. The Utes are led by linebacker Howard Christianson, who has 65 tackles on the season, and DB Jay Hill, who leads the Mountain West with six interceptions. ============================= Implications ============================= BYU wants to take care of what they weren't able to do last week against Wyoming. A win against Utah will give the Cougars sole possession of the inaugural MWC championship, as well as a trip to Memphis for the Liberty Bowl. A loss would leave the team's bowl status up in the air, though they would probably be invited somewhere. Most importantly, however, is the fact that this is a huge rivalry, and this game will give the Cougars in-state bragging rights for the next 12 months. Utah is very aware that Saturday's result will probably determine whether they will go on to play in a bowl game next month. A loss will knock them out of contention for one of the MWC's two guaranteed bowl berths, but a win will probably land them a spot. The Utes would like to avenge last year's game, when they lost a game that they felt they should have won. ============================= Players to Watch ============================= BYU #11, Brandon Doman (WR) -- A product of Salt Lake's Skyline High School, Doman knows firsthand the intensity of the BYU - Utah rivalry. He'll be up for the game. #14, Margin Hooks (WR) -- He's developing into one of the best receivers in BYU's history. He currently leads the Cougs with six catches for scores on the year. #58, Chris Hoke (DT) -- This baby-faced defender is a dominating force on the field. He's a great tackler, and puts on a terrific pass rush. #41 Isaac Kelley (LB) -- Though originally recruited as a quarterback, his 240 pound frame is doing a lot of damage to opposing offenses. He has stepped up well in the absence of injured Jeff Holtry. Utah #5, Jay Hill (DB) -- He sees time at cornerback and as a nickel back, and has put together a great season. He boasts a team-leading six interceptions this season. #7, Steve Smith (WR) -- His Deion Sanders-like attitude makes it easy for Utah fans to love him and others to despise him. He talks big, but his play has backed up his mouth so far this year. Besides his receiving duties, the junior is the top ranked punt returner in the nation, and has had three returns for touchdowns that have been named the "Compaq National Play of the Week." #19, Howard Christianson (LB) -- He's a big, rangy linebacker with a good feel for the game. The Utes are grateful to have him after he sat out the past season and a half recovering from elbow surgery. Now he's the heart and soul of the Utah defense, and makes it clear that he's no BYU fan, even though he's from Provo. #22, Mike Anderson (RB) -- He's a tremendous athlete who never played football until he took up the game while serving as a Marine. Last season in his first year of NCAA ball, he led the WAC in rushing, and is an All-America candidate. He combines size, strength and speed into a versatile package, averaging right at 100 yards per game. ============================= Records to Watch ============================= BYU holds the current NCAA record of 310 consecutive games without being shut out. Kevin Feterik is currently ninth on BYU's career touchdown list with 51. With a good game, he could pass eighth place Steve Sarkisian (54) and seventh place Gifford Nielsen (55). Owen Pochman holds an ongoing school record for most consecutive field goals made. He has made 14 attempts in a row, bettering Leonard Chitty's previous mark of eight straight. Owen Pochman currently ranks second on BYU's all-time scoring list with 241 points and needs just three points to move ahead of Kurt Gunther who holds the BYU career scoring record with 243 points. Luke Staley will be tied at eighth in school history for touchdowns scored in a season with two more TDs. With three more, he will tie Ronney Jenkins' 1996 effort for the most touchdowns scored by a freshman. This is all assuming that he can play tomorrow. Mike Anderson will probably break Utah's career record for average rushing yards per game (96.62 ypg). ============================= Injury Report ============================= BYU Kalani Sitake (RB) -- This great blocking back broke his left ankle against Wyoming, ending yet another season with injury. John Skiba (OL) -- This starting guard strained ligaments in his knee and ankle last week and is listed as questionable. Jason Scukanec (OL) -- While playing in place of the injured John Skiba, he hurt his ankle. He is hopeful for the game, however. Luke Staley (RB) -- He has been listed as questionable for Saturday's game against Wyoming after suffering a torn miniscus against SDSU and a bruised calf. Jeff Holtry (LB) -- This standout is out for the season with a knee injury. Tyler Nelson (S) -- A broken bone in his shoulder will keep him sidelined until a bowl game. Utah Darnell Arceneaux (QB) -- The injury-prone junior suffered a horrendous concussion at the hands of Wyoming two weeks ago, leaving his football future in doubt. Courtney Richins (KR) -- He tore his ACL against UNLV, and thus gave up his punt returning duties to Steve Smith. He's out for the season. Chris Christensen (WR) -- He's gone through a stretch of bad luck this season. A deliberate late hit strained his MCL versus Washington State. Another cheap shot against UNLV broke his left leg in two places, and then he broke his right thumb a couple of plays later. ============================= Statistics ============================= ------- Team Statistics ------- (National Ranking, Statistic) BYU Utah Category Rank Stat Rank Stat Rushing Offense (yds/g) 96 109.5 50 153.1 Passing Offense (yds/g) 5 325.8 42 231.6 Total Offense (yds/g) 12 435.3 46 384.7 Net Punting (yds/punt) 57 35.7 76 34.4 Punt Returns (yds/ret) 110 5.3 2 17.6 Kickoff Returns (yds/ret) 24 22.7 13 24.2 Scoring Offense (pts/g) 23 31.5 14 34.3 Run Defense (yds/g) 18 103.6 71 156.7 Pass Defense (efficiency) 36 113.8 7 97.4 Total Defense (yds/g) 21 306.7 35 337.1 Scoring Defense (pts/g) 32 21.0 15 17.7 Turnover Margin 74 -0.2 16 0.7 ------- Individual Statistics ------- Players in the Top 50 Nationally Player Category Rank Statistic BYU Kevin Feterik Pass Efficiency 9 144.9 rating Kevin Feterik Total Offense 7 318.0 yds/g Margin Hooks Receiving Yards 20 92.8 yds/g Margin Hooks Receptions 42 5.3 rec/g Jesse Sowards Punting 11 44.0 yds/punt Jaron Dabney Kickoff Returns 28 24.1 yds/ret Owen Pochman Field Goals 7 1.7 fg/g Lucas Staley Scoring 11 9.7 pts/g Owen Pochman Scoring 21 8.5 pts/g Utah Mike Anderson Rushing 27 99.7 yds/g Darnell Arceneaux Pass Efficiency 34 144.9 rating Stevonne Smith Receiving Yards 40 80.6 yds/g Jay Hill Interceptions 8 0.6 ints/g Andre Dyson Interceptions 40 0.4 ints/g Stevonne Smith Punt Returns 1 20.1 yds/ret Mike Anderson Scoring 41 7.3 pts/g Stevonne Smith All-purpose Yards 21 143.6 yds/g ------- Hypothetical Game ------- (If the the teams played an exactly average game) BYU Utah Score 25 28 Total Offense (yds) 386 346 Rushing Offense (yds) 133 128 Passing Offense (yds) 253 217 Turnovers 2 2 ------- Fan Picks from the Fanzz Football Challenge ------- http://cougarfan.com/interactive 95% of you picked BYU to win this week. The average score was BYU 31, Utah 19. Go Cougs! ==================================================================== Copyright 1999, CougarFan.com *** Tell your friends to sign up! *** To subscribe to or unsubscribe from CougarFan Insider, go to http://www.CougarFan.com/insider or send an email to "majordomo@xmission.com" with "subscribe byuinsider-text" OR "unsubscribe byuinsider-text" in the body of the message. ==================================================================== ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: "CougarFan.com" Subject: FB Post-game : Utah 20, BYU 17 Date: 20 Nov 1999 19:35:09 -0700 CougarFan Insider http://cougarfan.com Utah 20, BYU 17 ================================== Game Recap ================================== The race for the first Mountain West Conference title was thrown into a tizzy when Utah went to No. 19 Brigham Young and won the "Holy War." Andre Dyson snuffed a final drive with an interception of Kevin Feterik as the Utes held on for a 20-17 triumph over Brigham Young. Utah (8-3, 5-2 Mountain West) and Brigham Young (8-3, 5-2) are tied atop the conference, but as many as four teams could work their way into a tie for the initial league title. Colorado State and Wyoming both can tie for the Mountain West crown with wins next weekend. In the case of ties, the Liberty Bowl is allowed to decide which team it would like to choose. The Conference USA champion, Southern Mississippi, already has secured its spot in the New Year's Eve game in Memphis, Tennessee. BYU could have joined Southern Miss with a win. The Utes held off a late rally to beat BYU for the fifth time in seven meetings. Feterik threw a six-yard scoring pass to Ben Horton with 3:20 remaining to close the Cougars' deficit to 20-17. The BYU defense then held and got the ball back in the potent quarterback's hands for another shot. Feterik moved the ball to midfield before throwing a pair of incompletions. On 3rd-and-10 from the 50, his pass over the middle was intercepted by Dyson at the Utah 42 with 69 seconds left. The Utes melted the clock and hoisted coach Ron McBride on their shoulders in celebration. ================================== Box Score ================================== 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Total BYU 3 0 7 7 17 Utah 0 6 7 7 20 1st Quarter: BYU - FG Pochman 26 yds 2nd Quarter: Utah - FG Truhe 30 yds Utah - FG Truhe 38 yds 3rd Quarter: BYU - Hooks 78yd TD pass from Feterik (Pochman kick) Utah - Russell 70yd TD pass from Croshaw (Truhe kick) 4th Quarter: Utah - Utu 4yd TD pass from Croshaw (Truhe kick) BYU - Horton 6yd TD pass from Feterik (Pochman kick) ================================== Statistics ================================== BYU Utah First downs 19 13 Rushes-yards 28-20 40-96 Passing yards 309 228 Passes 22-52-3 15-33-2 Punts 8-41.9 8-36.5 Fumbles-lost 2-0 1-0 Penalties-yards 8-61 7-55 Time of Possession 28.46 31.14 -- PASSING -- BYU - Feterik 22-52, 309 yds, 3 int, 2 TDs = 93.3 pass efficiency Utah - Croshaw 15-33, 228 yds, 2 int, 2 TDs = 111.4 pass efficiency Individual rushing and receiving statistics were still not available four hours after the game. ================================== Other Scores of Interest ================================== Colorado St. 41, Air Force 21 Wyoming 42, New Mexico 28 San Diego St. 37, UNLV 7 Virginia 34, Maryland 30 Stanford 31, California 13 Washington 24, Washington St. 14 ================================== Looking Ahead ================================== Waiting for a bowl invitation from either the Liberty Bowl or the Las Vegas Bowl. ==================================================================== Copyright 1999, CougarFan.com *** Tell your friends to sign up! *** To subscribe to or unsubscribe from CougarFan Insider, go to http://www.CougarFan.com/insider or send an email to "majordomo@xmission.com" with "subscribe byuinsider-text" OR "unsubscribe byuinsider-text" in the body of the message. ==================================================================== ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: "CougarFan.com" Subject: News Recap (11/23/99) Date: 23 Nov 1999 08:20:18 -0700 CougarFan Insider http://cougarfan.com News Recap (11/23/99) Selected articles included here. See all the latest news at: http://CougarFan.com ================================================ Women National Champions in Cross Country (BYUCougars.com) ================================================ See: http://www.byucougars.com/cross_country/results/19991122_cc_res.html For the second time in three years, the Cougar women are national champions in cross country, winning the title by a comfortable 53-point margin. Women’s coach Patrick Shane instructed his team before the race to run together in packs through the bulk of the race, a strategy that produced a dominating victory at last week’s regional meet. Shane decided to stick with the approach Monday, a coaching move that proved instrumental in leading the Cougars to the title. Less than twenty seconds separated the Cougars’ top five, and BYU’s second through fifth runners finished within six seconds of each other. The No. 15 men seemed to be working against the fates in Bloomington. In a parade of misfortune, food poisoning, allergies, asthma and cramps shot down the Cougars’ hopes for a top-10 finish. “We really struggled today,” said Coach Sherald James. “It was hard to see three or four individuals who have trained so hard have outside factors like allergies and sickness affect their performance. I’m convinced that if we were healthy we had the capacity of finishing in the top five. We just weren’t 100 percent physically and it showed.” ================================================ Men's Soccer Wins 4th Consecutive Nat'l Championship (BYU NewsNet) ================================================ See: http://newsnet.byu.edu/noframes/show_story.cfm?number=6766&year=current In a supposed "down" year, the BYU men's soccer team was able to garner its fourth straight national club title over the past weekend. The Cougars have won five national titles in the last six years. "We never lost sight of winning the national championship -- never," said senior defender Abe Millet. Head coach Chris Watkins credited his team's success to a consistent effort by all 24 members of the team. "That was the most incredible team effort I've ever seen," Watkins said. "It was the depth of our bench that made the difference." ================================================ FANZZ Football Challenge Completed ================================================ See: http://www.cougarfan.com/interactive Congratulations to our Grand Prize Winner in the FANZZ Football Challenge. Damon Alldredge of Austin, TX correctly predicted the outcome of 10 of the 11 games, including the exact score of the BYU - Air Force game. Damon wins a BYU fan pack loaded with BYU merchandise valued at $200. CougarFan.com co-owner, John Ahlander, finished a respectable #9 with a set of picks that he never altered throughout the football season. The following is a list of the final top 10 contestants: Name Score 1 Alldredge, Damon 373 2(t) White, Nate 365 2(t) Smith, Jeremy 365 4 Wright, Jerry 363 5 Covington, Mark 361 6 Chism, Matthew 358 7 Roberson, Scott 356 8 Perry, Steve 354 9(t) Ahlander, John 353 9(t) Quinn, Michael 353 Thanks to everyone who participated, a big thanks to FANZZ who sponsored the challenge. For NBA or NFL gear, visit FANZZ online at http://www.fanzz.com . ================================================ Cougs, Utes Can Only Wait and Watch (Deseret News) ================================================ See: http://www.desnews.com/dn/view/0,1249,135006678,00.html? During most of this football season, it seemed that BYU was destined to roll through conference play. In fact, most people thought that the only way the Cougars wouldn't spend New Year's Eve playing in Memphis, TN at the Liberty Bowl was if they were able to make it into a BCS bowl game. Now, after dropping the final two games of the season, what bowl opportunities will materialize are anybody's guess. As a conference co-champion, the Y could be selected to play in the Liberty Bowl, or in the Las Vegas Bowl on December 18. If both bowls were to pass on the Cougs, another post-season possibility would be an at-large invitation to the Motor City Bowl, played in Detroit, MI on December 27. A week from now, all will be settled, but for the time being travel plans will have to be put on hold. The University of Utah, tied for the conference title with the Cougs, are also waiting for the results of this weekend's games. If Wyoming is able to win at San Diego State, and Colorado State is able to win at UNLV, then the Cowboys and the Rams will join BYU and Utah as co-champions and be thrown into the mix of MWC teams up for grabs. ================================================ Women's Volleyball to Host MWC Championships (BYUCougars.com) ================================================ See: http://www.byucougars.com/volleyball_w/releases/19991121_wvlb_rel.html BYU will host the first Mountain West Conference women’s volleyball championship tournament this week in the Smith Fieldhouse. The tournament begins Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. The day’s action will be topped off with No. 1 seed BYU (24-3, 13-1) playing host to the eighth seeded Wyoming Cowgirls (9-20, 3-11) at 7 p.m. The championship match will be played Saturday at 4 p.m. Both Friday’s late match and the championship match will be broadcast on KBYU television. Tickets for the tournament may be purchased in a package or by single match by contacting the Marriott Center ticket office at (801) 378-TEAM. Tickets may also be purchased at the gate once the tournament begins. The all-tournament ticket package is $10 for adults, $6 for seniors/students and $4 for children ages 3-12. Single match tickets are $5 for adults, $4 for seniors/students and $3 for children ages 3-12. ================================================ Summary of BYU's Basketball Recruits (BYUCougars.com) ================================================ See: http://www.byucougars.com/basketball_m/releases/19991117_mbkb_rel.html Five highly regarded recruits have signed NCAA letters-of-intent to play basketball at BYU for coach Steve Cleveland. Four top in-state prospects – Brighton High’s Jesse Pinegar (6-9, forward/center), Cottonwood High’s Derek Dawes (6-11, center), Provo High’s Jacob Chrisman (6-9, forward) and UVSC transfer Travis Hansen (6-6, guard/forward) – join Gilbert, Arizona’s Austin Ainge (6-1, point guard) to make up one of the best recruiting classes to ever sign with the Cougars. The article gives detailed information about each of the signees, and includes comments about each individual player by Coach Cleveland. “I am pleased with the recruiting success we have had over the past two years," adds Coach Cleveland, "And I am grateful to a staff that continues to be so diligent in their efforts to rebuild this program. The results are growing, and we are committed to continue the building of this program with the anticipation that we will once again compete for post-season opportunities.” ================================================ Other Articles featured at CougarFan.com ================================================ See: http://CougarFan.com * Money Is Power, So Count on BYU Playing in a Bowl (Provo Daily Herald) * Men's Basketball Running Laps After. . . Win? (BYU NewsNet) * Women's Volleyball to Host Inaugural MWC Championships (BYUCougars.com) * Wrestling Squad Could Be Best in School History (BYU NewsNet) ==================================================================== Copyright 1999, CougarFan.com *** Tell your friends to sign up! *** To subscribe to or unsubscribe from CougarFan Insider, go to http://www.CougarFan.com/insider or send an email to "majordomo@xmission.com" with "subscribe byuinsider-text" OR "unsubscribe byuinsider-text" in the body of the message. ==================================================================== ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: "CougarFan.com" Subject: BB Post-game : BYU 92, SUU 64 Date: 25 Nov 1999 04:30:16 -0700 CougarFan Insider http://cougarfan.com BYU 92, SUU 64 ========================= Game Recap ========================= Terrell Lyday scored 15 points, leading six BYU players in double figures as the Cougars ran away from Southern Utah for a 92-64 victory. Southern Utah led 19-13 midway through the first half, but BYU bounced back, led by forward Silester Rivers. Rivers scored eight of his 14 points during a 21-4 run to finish the half. Mekeli Wesley scored 14 points, all in the second half, for the Cougars (2-0), while Michael Vranes had 13, Eric Nielsen had 12 and Nathan Cooper added 10. Jeff Monaco scored a career-high 27 points, shooting 4-of-8 from 3-point range and hitting all seven of his free throws, to lead the Thunderbirds. No other Southern Utah players reached double figures. BYU opened with easy victories over UC Riverside and Southern Utah, but the course becomes more challenging next week when the Cougars travel to Tucson to play No. 8 Arizona. After Southern Utah cut the lead to 49-63 with an 8-0 run midway through the second half, Wesley scored 12 of BYU's next 16 points to put the game out of reach. BYU coach Steve Cleveland cleared the bench in the last five minutes, inserting David Neilsen, Marc Roberts, John Allen, Joe Ellsworth, Nick Taggart, and Mogan Smith. Notes: Terrell Lyday notched the most exciting play of the night -- he outraced the defenders on a fast break and finished with a high-flying dunk. BYU shot 47 free throws compared to SUU's 15. Southern Utah's aggresive, trapping, zone defense was caught reaching various times and put BYU in the bonus early in each half. A meager 4,518 attended the game. Get out and support your Cougars! For quotes from players and coaches, see: http://cougarfan.com/teams/basketball_m/news/1999/11-25b.html ========================= Box Score ========================= 1st Half 2nd Half Final Score BYU 39 53 92 Southern Utah 25 39 64 ========================= Statistics ========================= SOUTHERN UTAH (64) fg ft rb min m-a m-a o-t a pf tp House 17 2-5 0-0 0-4 0 4 5 Pugmire 21 1-3 0-0 0-1 2 2 3 Wheeler 5 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 4 0 Monaco 33 8-14 7-7 2-2 4 2 27 Hancock 20 3-8 1-2 0-1 2 1 9 Evans 4 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 1 0 Sant 23 1-7 0-0 0-2 3 1 3 Chandler 12 1-3 0-0 1-3 0 2 2 Faulkner 16 2-4 0-2 1-2 2 3 5 Day 6 1-5 1-1 1-1 1 1 4 Wallin 7 1-4 0-1 1-3 0 5 2 Miles 11 1-4 0-0 2-3 1 1 2 Bloom 25 0-1 2-2 0-0 0 4 2 _______________________________________________ TOTALS 200 21-58 11-15 8-22 15 31 64 _______________________________________________ Percentages: FG-.362, FT-.733. 3-Point Goals: 11-26, .423 (House 1-2, Pugmire 1-1, Monaco 4-8, Hancock 2-5, Sant 1-5, Faulkner 1-1, Day 1-3, Wallin 0-1). Team rebounds: 8. Blocked shots: None. Turnovers: 21 (Monaco 7, Bloom 2, Faulkner 2, Hancock 2, House 2, Pugmire 2, Sant 2, Wheeler 2). Steals: 10 (Sant 3, House 2, Monaco 2, Faulkner, Miles, Pugmire). BYU (92) fg ft rb min m-a m-a o-t a pf tp Wesley 21 3-5 8-9 0-2 2 4 14 Lyday 32 5-9 3-4 0-5 1 2 15 E Nielsen 27 5-5 2-5 2-5 1 1 12 Montague 28 1-3 3-4 0-2 5 2 5 Vranes 20 4-6 2-2 1-2 0 3 13 Rivers 19 3-6 8-10 2-4 1 2 14 Christensen 16 0-1 3-4 0-2 0 3 3 Roberts 3 1-1 0-0 0-0 0 0 2 Allen 1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 Taggart 1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 Smith 1 1-1 0-0 0-0 0 0 2 Ellsworth 1 0-1 0-1 0-1 0 0 0 Howard 6 0-0 0-0 0-2 0 1 0 Cooper 21 2-5 6-6 0-2 3 1 10 D Nielsen 3 0-0 2-2 0-0 1 1 2 _______________________________________________ TOTALS 200 25-43 37-47 5-27 14 20 92 _______________________________________________ Percentages: FG-.581, FT-.787. 3-Point Goals: 5-12, .417 (Lyday 2-6, Vranes 3-3, Christensen 0-1, Cooper 0-2). Team rebounds: 5. Blocked shots: 3 (E Nielsen, Lyday, Ellsworth). Turnovers: 19 (Lyday 5, Vranes 4, Montague 3, Christensen, Cooper, E Nielsen, Rivers, Roberts, Smith, Wesley). Steals: 9 (Rivers 3, Christensen, Cooper, E Nielsen, Lyday, Montague, Vranes). ========================= Other Scores of Interest ========================= #9 Arizona 76, Notre Dame 60 UNLV 98, Nevada 79 San Diego St 73, Cal Riverside 57 USC 50, Utah St 52 ========================= Looking Ahead ========================= Dec. 1 @ Arizona (ESPN, 9:00pm) ==================================================================== Copyright 1999, CougarFan.com *** Tell your friends to sign up! *** To subscribe to or unsubscribe from CougarFan Insider, go to http://www.CougarFan.com/insider or send an email to "majordomo@xmission.com" with "subscribe byuinsider-text" OR "unsubscribe byuinsider-text" in the body of the message. ==================================================================== ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: "CougarFan.com" Subject: News Recap (11/27/99) Date: 27 Nov 1999 23:08:39 -0700 CougarFan Insider http://cougarfan.com Selected articles included here. See all the latest news at: http://CougarFan.com ============================================= BYU Doing All It Can to Get a Bowl Invite (Deseret News) ============================================= See: http://www.desnews.com/dn/view/0,1249,145006799,00.html? BYU Athletic Director Val Hale, along with coach LaVell Edwards, is doing his best to promote BYU as an attractive bowl participant. With a possible 4-way tie for the inaugural MWC championship, the Liberty Bowl and Las Vegas Bowl will have plenty of teams to choose from when it comes time to select their participants. In the past couple of days, both Hale and Edwards have spent time in Las Vegas and have spoken with Las Vegas Bowl officials. Although the Y is on a two-game skid, their pitch is that the tradition the Cougars bring to the game will far outweigh that of any other possible choice. ======================================== Get Christmas Gifts in the CougarFanzz Store (CougarFan.com) ======================================== See: http://cougarfan.com/store Get all your BYU friends gear to show off throughout the year. You can find everything you need in the CougarFanzz store. ============================================= #12 Rams Upset #9 Cougars To Claim MWC Vball Title (BYUCougars.com) ============================================= See: http://www.byucougars.com/volleyball_w/results/19991127_wvlb_res.html Using their quickness and strong offensive firepower, the No. 12-ranked Colorado State Rams upset top-seeded No. 9 BYU Cougars, 3-0 to win the Mountain West Conference Volleyball Championship. The win improved Colorado State’s record to a program-best 28 wins and only two losses while BYU fell to 26-4 overall. CSU came out strong, posting 15-8 wins in the first two games. BYU battled in the third game, before succumbing 15-12. The loss ended the Cougars’ 28-match home win streak. The Cougars, who hit a dismal .177 for the match thanks to a three-game season high 14 team blocks by the Rams, were led by senior Caroline Bower and sophomore Nina Puikkonen. Both players ended the match with double–doubles. Bower had a team-high 15 kills to go along with 12 digs. Puikkonen, the only Cougar to be named to the all-tournament team, notched 11 kills and a season-high 16 digs. She also collected six blocks to lead BYU. Both teams are awaiting announcement of NCAA tournament bids. The bids will be announced Sunday at 8 p.m. Mountain time during the 1999 Division I Women’s Volleyball Selection Show. ============================================= Morris, Feterik Receive First Postseason Honors (BYUCougars.com) ============================================= See: http://www.byucougars.com/football/releases/19991124_ftb_rel.html Senior linebacker Rob Morris was today selected as a Football News All-American. Morris, a third-team selection was also named, along with senior quarterback Kevin Feterik, to the Football News All-Mountain West Conference team. The complete list of All-Americans and All-Conference selections will be released in the December 4th edition of Football News. Each team was selected by the publication's editorial staff. The article at the above link includes the updated bios for both Morris and Feterik. ============================================= Utah's All Half-Century Football Team Chosen (Deseret News) ============================================= See: http://www.desnews.com/dn/view/0,1249,135007401,00.html? See also: http://www.desnews.com/dn/view/0,1249,135007405,00.html? See also: http://www.desnews.com/dn/view/0,1249,135007441,00.html? The Deseret News has released an "All Half-Century Team" which lists the top collegiate football players to have played their college ball at one of the universities in the state of Utah. Two teams were actually compiled, one by fans, and one by experts, such as sportswriters. In both cases, BYU was represented well, with more players on the lists than any other schools. The first link listed above is an article that explains the methodology used to compile the list. The second link lists the players named to the All Half-Century Team, and the third link lists the 10 most memorable games played by Utah's schools in the last fifty years. ============================================= Basketball Recruiting Class Named #26 in Nation (ESPN.com) ============================================= See: http://espn.go.com/recruiting/s/1999/1123/190045.html Although this year's basketball recruiting season won't be complete until next spring, ESPN.com has compiled a list of the top recruiting classes in the nation. With star recruits such as Jesse Pinegar and Derek Dawes, Steve Cleveland's group of recruits was listed as the 26th best in the nation. Go to the above URL to check out the complete list. ============================================= Police Still Investigating U-BYU Flag Scuffle (Salt Lake Tribune) ============================================= See: http://www.sltrib.com/1999/nov/11241999/sports/51162.htm For the week following the BYU - Utah football game, probably the most talked-about event related to the game was the fourth-quarter fight that happened in the north end zone. A BYU fan (not a student) jumped out of the stands and tackled a male Utah cheerleader who was waving a large "U" flag after his team scored their final touchdown. The cheerleader responded by jumping up, tackling the fan, and hitting him repeatedly in the head. Police are reviewing the incident, which was caught on tape, and are trying to decide whether the Ute cheerleader went too far in defending himself. "It's obvious that [the BYU fan] came out of the stands and initiated the fight, but the question is was the cheerleader's reaction outrageous or justified," said BYU Police Lt. Greg Barber. Also under investigation is whether members of BYU's even staff used excessive force on the cheerleader while breaking up the melee. ============================================= Golfer Miller Shines at All-American Tournament (BYUCougars.com) ============================================= See: http://www.byucougars.com/golf_m/results/19991123_mgolf_res.html BYU's Andy Miller nearly walked away champion in one of college golf's most prestigious tournaments. Miller finished second to Georgia Tech's Matt Kuchar at the 25th Annual Savane College All-American Golf Classic at El Paso Country Club. The 1997 U.S. Amateur Champion, Kuchar won on a third-hole playoff against Miller to squeeze out the victory. It was only the second time for a three-hole playoff in the tournament's history. The Savanne College All-American Golf Classic Plays host each year to many of college golf's top names. Past champions of the tournament include Jerry Pate (1974), Scott Simpson (1976), Davis Love III (1984), Billy Mayfair (1986), David Duval (1991), Notah Begay (1994) and Tiger Woods (1995). Ironically Kuchar and Miller also tied for third in the Ping Putting Contest earlier in the tournament. BYU was also represented in this prestigious tournament by Billy Harvey who placed 20th overall. ============================================= Other Articles featured at CougarFan.com ============================================= See: http://CougarFan.com * BYU Working On Vegas Bowl (Salt Lake Tribune) * Reporter Says BYU Wins, but Not Fairly (Idaho Falls Post-Register) * Women's Basketball Wins 77-58 over Gonzaga (BYUCougars.com) * Las Vegas Bowl Likely to Invite BYU or Utah (Deseret News) * Chad Lewis to Start for Eagles on Sunday (The Morning Call) ==================================================================== Copyright 1999, CougarFan.com *** Tell your friends to sign up! *** To subscribe to or unsubscribe from CougarFan Insider, go to http://www.CougarFan.com/insider or send an email to "majordomo@xmission.com" with "subscribe byuinsider-text" OR "unsubscribe byuinsider-text" in the body of the message. ==================================================================== ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: "CougarFan.com" Subject: Pro Watch (11/29/99) Date: 29 Nov 1999 21:19:54 -0700 CougarFan Insider http://cougarfan.com Pro Watch - 11/29/99 Special Three Week Edition! (OK, so we didn't have time to get it out the last couple weeks) ================================== National Football League ================================== Week 10 ------- Travis Hall, Atlanta bye Itula Mili, Seattle 0 rec, 0 yds, 0 TDs W: Seattle 20, Denver 17 Lee Johnson, New England 4 punts, 154 yds, 38.5 avg L: NY Jets 24, New Engl. 17 Did not play: Ty Detmer (backup), Steve Young (concussion), Chad Lewis (just traded to Philadephia), Tim McTyer (arm) Week 11 ------- Travis Hall, Atlanta 5 tackles, 1/2 sack, 1 PD L: Tampa Bay 19, Atlanta 10 Itula Mili, Seattle 0 rec, 0 yds, 0 TDs W: Seattle 31, K.C. 19 Lee Johnson, New England 6 punts, 229 yds, 38.2 avg L: Miami 27, New England 17 Chad Lewis, Philadelphia 2 rec, 16 yds, 1 TD L: Indianapolis 44, Philly 17 Did not play: Ty Detmer (backup), Steve Young (concussion), Tim McTyer (arm) Week 12 ------- Travis Hall, Atlanta 2 tackles, 1 FR L: Carolina 34, Atlanta 28 Itula Mili, Seattle 0 rec, 0 yds, 0 TDs L: Tampa Bay 13, Seattle 3 Lee Johnson, New England 6 punts, 212 yds, 35.3 avg L: Buffalo 17, New Engl. 7 Chad Lewis, Philadelphia 0 rec, 0 yds, 0 TDs L: Washington 20, Philly 17 Did not play: Ty Detmer (backup), Steve Young (concussion), Tim McTyer (arm) ================================== Canadian Football League ================================== Eastern Conference Finals Ben Cahoon, Montreal 5 rec., 67 yds., 0 TD L: Hamilton 27, Montreal 26 ================================== National Basketball Association ================================== Shawn Bradley (C), Dallas Mavericks DATE OPP RESULT MIN FGM-AFTM-A OFFDEF TOTAST PFST BLTO PFPTS 11/27 vs Bulls W 95-83 35 6-8 5-5 1 5 6 1 2 1 5 1 2 17 11/24 @ Magic L 100-112 36 5-13 1-1 4 1 5 0 3 3 1 1 3 11 11/23 @ Rockets L 99-119 24 0-2 0-0 0 6 6 1 3 1 2 2 3 0 11/20 @ Spurs L 90-106 43 7-17 2-2 3 7 10 3 1 1 4 0 1 16 11/19 vs Kings L 94-103 24 5-10 0-0 2 6 8 0 2 1 0 0 2 10 11/17 @ Hornets L 99-104 24 4-6 2-4 1 1 2 0 6 0 4 1 6 10 11/16 vs Rockets W 114-95 20 4-6 0-0 1 3 4 0 3 0 6 0 3 8 11/13 vs Magic W 125-117 19 3-6 1-2 2 0 2 0 6 1 6 0 6 7 11/11 @ Heat L 105-128 14 3-6 0-0 0 1 1 0 3 1 0 0 3 7 11/9 vs Lakers L 101-123 13 0-1 0-0 0 2 2 0 3 1 0 2 3 0 ==================================================================== Copyright 1999, CougarFan.com *** Tell your friends to sign up! *** To subscribe to or unsubscribe from CougarFan Insider, go to http://www.CougarFan.com/insider or send an email to "majordomo@xmission.com" with "subscribe byuinsider-text" OR "unsubscribe byuinsider-text" in the body of the message. ==================================================================== ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: "CougarFan.com" Subject: News Recap (11/30/99) Date: 30 Nov 1999 10:13:10 -0700 CougarFan Insider http://cougarfan.com News Recap (11/30/99) Selected articles included here. See all the latest news at: http://CougarFan.com ================================== Bowling: Y. Lands Motor City (Salt Lake Tribune) ================================== See: http://www.sltrib.com/1999/nov/11301999/sports/1589.htm "After a day of deal-making sparked by the Liberty Bowl's decision to invite Colorado State instead of Brigham Young to its game on New Year's Eve, the Cougars landed an invitation Monday to the Motor City Bowl that won't break the bank. "The Cougars will play the champion of the Mid-American Conference -- either unbeaten No. 11 Marshall or Western Michigan -- at the Pontiac Silverdome at 11:30 a.m. MST on Dec. 27." ================================== Liberty Bowl Choses Colorado St. over BYU (CNNSI.com) ================================== See: http://www.cnnsi.com/football/college/news/1999/11/29/liberty_csu/index.html Colorado State was tapped Monday to play Southern Mississippi in the Liberty Bowl in Memphis, TN, on New Year's Eve, ending two weeks of uncertainty over which bowl -- if any -- the team would be invited to. "We made a unanimous decision to have the Rams come to Memphis," Liberty Bowl executive director Steve Ehrhart said. Colorado State was chosen over other teams including Brigham Young and Utah, which both shared the Mountain West Conference lead with CSU. One performance that helped CSU was its 24-13 win over Wyoming on Oct. 24. CSU, Utah and Brigham Young each had 8-3 overall records and 5-2 Mountain West marks, and each team was 1-1 against the other two. But both BYU and Utah lost to Wyoming. ================================== Cougarfan.com Calendar Moved ================================== See: http://www.cougarfan.com/ As part of our continual efforts to fine-tune the services provided by CougarFan.com, small changes were made to the front page. We've moved the BYU sports calendar to a convenient location on the right side. Now you can easily find out what events are going on each day and for the next seven days. If you have any suggestions for the site, please let us know at: webmaster@cougarfan.com . ================================== Las Vegas Bowl Invites Utah (ESPN.com) ================================== See: http://espn.go.com/ncf/news/1999/1129/202848.html Utah accepted an invitation Monday night to play Fresno State in the Las Vegas Bowl, while BYU was close to accepting a bid from the Motor City Bowl. If Marshall wins Saturday's Mid-American Conference Championship against Western Michigan, the Motor City Bowl would pit BYU quarterback Kevin Feterik against Marshall's Chad Pennington. "If you look at all the matchups we could have had, this is the one our coaches and players preferred the most," said BYU Athletic Director Val Hale. "If we play Marshall, we'll play a nationally ranked team in a game featuring two of the top quarterbacks in the nation." ================================== Women's Volleyball Earns Region No. 3 Seed (BYUCougars.com) ================================== See: http://www.byucougars.com/volleyball_w/releases/19991127_wvlb_rel.html BYU was selected to its 18th NCAA Volleyball Tournament in the 19 years of the event during the NCAA Selection Show Sunday. The Cougars are the East Region No. 3 seed and will host the first and second rounds of the tournament Friday and Saturday in the Smith Fieldhouse. The Cougars will face Ivy League champion Princeton (23-6) Friday at 7 p.m. in the first round. Arizona State (14-12) and Wisconsin (21-9) play in the other match in Provo, which begins Friday at 5 p.m. The winners will play Saturday in the Smith Fieldhouse. A complete NCAA Tournament Bracket can be obtained at www.ncaavolleyball.net. ================================== Men's Basketball Prepares for Arizona (BYU NewsNet) ================================== See: http://newsnet.byu.edu/noframes/show_story.cfm?number=6813&year=current There's no game that can prepare BYU's men's basketball team for its matchup with Preseason NIT champion Arizona in Tucson on Wednesday. At least, that's what Steve Cleveland said after his team's 92-64 defeat of Southern Utah University last Wednesday at the Marriott Center; but at least the 28-point victory got the Cougars going in the right direction. "They're one of the top teams in the country," Cleveland said of No. 8 Arizona. "It's a great opportunity for us and we're looking forward to it. We'll have to play great basketball but that's what we want to prepare us to play in conference." ================================== Fight May Cost BYU Flag Tradition (Provo Daily Herald) ================================== See: http://www.daily-herald.com/dh/Dhtoday.nsf/AllByDate/3177FB4D2931579087256835002CF3F6 The tradition of running a flag around the football field after BYU scores a touchdown may come to an before next season. After the scuffle between a Utah cheerleader and a BYU fan, Athletic Director Val Hale suggested that the flag run be banned because of the taunting manner in which Utah has done it during their past two visits to Cougar Stadium. However, if visiting teams aren't able to carry their flags, then BYU can't either. The Daily Herald is taking comments about the situation at: http://www.heraldextra.com/dh/fppoll.nsf/ or on their call-in line at (801) 344-2942. Comments will be taken for the next two days, and then the results will be published in the December 5 edition of the PDH. ================================== Other Articles featured at CougarFan.com ================================== See: http://CougarFan.com * CNNSI.com's Bowl Projections (CNNSI.com) * Volleyball Loss Not Such a Bad Thing After All (Deseret News) ==================================================================== Copyright 1999, CougarFan.com *** Tell your friends to sign up! *** To subscribe to or unsubscribe from CougarFan Insider, go to http://www.CougarFan.com/insider or send an email to "majordomo@xmission.com" with "subscribe byuinsider-text" OR "unsubscribe byuinsider-text" in the body of the message. ====================================================================