Nicholls at Sam Houston State - Game Thread

[TexasTerror]

Sam Houston State Bearkats vs. Nicholls State
October 15, 2011 · 2 p.m · Bowers Stadium · Huntsville, TX
Homecoming 2011 - Peace, Love, Bearkats

Following the Game
Online Stream - Bearkat Sports Network (https://www.nmnathletics.com/flexReg/Register.dbml?DB_LANG=C&DB_OEM_ID=19900)
Radio - KSAM (http://www.ksam1017.com)

Game Day Weather Information (courtesy of Weather Underground) -
Bowers Stadium (http://www.wunderground.com/sports/CFB/hometeam/Sam_Houston_State:Bearkats.html?st=1318690800)

Game Notes
Nicholls - Not Available at Time of Posting
SHSU - Not Available at Time of Posting

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Other Helpful Links
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Huntsville Item (http://www.itemonline.com)
Houstonian Online (http://www.houstonianonline.com/sports) (SHSU student newspaper)


Team Fan Sites

Nicholls Colonels Delphi (http://forums.delphiforums.com/n/main.asp?webtag=Nicholls&nav=start&prettyurl=%2FNicholls%2Fstart)
SHSU KatFans.com (http://www.katfans.com/)

[BEAR]

Is this thread really necessary? xeyebrowx If Sam had no problem with UCA and UCA had a problem with Nicholls....you get the picture. xlolx

But if there is an upset.... xrotatehx

Here let me preview that game:

Nicholls loses the toss. Sam defers. Fans leave due to boredom. ( oh wait, that's at UCA xlolx...sorry :o )

Halftime score Sam 31 Nicholls 3

Final Sam 48 Nicholls 10

I think the UCA v. McNeese Red Beans and Rice bowl will be MUCH more interesting up until kickoff. xlolx

[TexasTerror]

SHSU is favored by 30+ per Sagarin...

Either way, this is an important game. We can't sleep on Nicholls because beating them is very important, particularly with the BIG game against McNeese looming around the corner on Oct. 22. It is critical SHSU takes care of business, because I think we need four wins in our final six to really insure a postseason bid.

I've put the MAGIC NUMBER at 4. Got to keep winning!

[BEAR]

Just favored by 30? xlolx Is that all. I'll take a piece of that! xlolx

Sam's defense will devastate Nicholls. Nicholls offense will devestate Nicholls. xnodxxlolx

[blackfordpu]

Just favored by 30? xlolx Is that all. I'll take a piece of that! xlolx

Sam's defense will devastate Nicholls. Nicholls offense will devestate Nicholls. xnodxxlolx

That made me laugh out loud.

On a serious note, I agree with Terror. This game is an obvious trap game. Have to take care of business and not look ahead to McNeese.

[BEAR]

That made me laugh out loud.

On a serious note, I agree with Terror. This game is an obvious trap game. Have to take care of business and not look ahead to McNeese.

How is it a trap game? I'm hoping you lose this one...for the Bear's sake.xlolx

[blackfordpu]

How is it a trap game? I'm hoping you lose this one...for the Bear's sake.xlolx

Game after playing your hated rival and game before the best team in the conference for ? years running = trap game.

[TexasTerror]

I really think the SHSU 'D' can get after it this week...

They'll want to show that their efforts against SFA and UTSA are no joke... and of course, we did set some school marks against Nicholls last year as it relates to getting to the QB, so that's all the more encouragement for the 'D'.

SHSU game plan is simple... run the ball... stop the run...force the pass... win the time of possession. SHSU ranks #2 in the nation in TOP because of their effective running game and rush defense...

[Cat79]

It is sad because Sam Houston will try to extract a big score on Nicholls State to pound their chests and build that big fat head.

[TexasTerror]

It is sad because Sam Houston will try to extract a big score on Nicholls State to pound their chests and build that big fat head.

SHSU won't try to extract a big score...

If SHSU does things the SHSU way... they'll run the ball plenty of times and just hold on to the ball... if Nicholls can't stop the run, that falls on them and once more, SHSU's players lack this "big head" that you refer to. You have obviously failed to watch any press conferences, listen to any interviews or read any newspaper articles...

Vs SFA... SHSU's last 4 touchdowns were on the ground. Of our 72 offensive plays, 49 were on the ground. SHSU had four INTs of SFA passes. If we wanted to run up the score via the air, we most certainly could have... but that's not SHSU-style football.

Get a grip!

[BEAR]

I've got to agree with Cat79. I personally witnessed several Kat players physically unable to put their helmets back on in our game against Sam Houston. I felt bad for them so I googled proper helmet fitting and recited it to the equipment crew. Here it is via HOW:


Instructions
Things You'll Need
Measuring Tape

1
Know the head size and shape. The shell size of the helmet can be determined by measuring the head size with helmet tape (not duct tape or bailing wire). Don’t forget to look closely at the shape of the head, as well, for any irregularities that would require a fitting adjustment (such as extreme swelling).

2
Measure the eyebrows. Eyebrows should be 1 to 1 ½ inches below the edge of the helmet (the front, not the back). The side holes of the helmet need to be centered over the ears and not used as baggo board holes on the sidelines just because your team is up 30 and bored. The back of the skull must be covered and must cover the mullet while making sure the edge of the helmet doesn’t cut into the back of the neck. Use sandpaper or a dremmel to smooth out the back of the helmet to aid in player comfort.

3
Focus on the jaw pads (not the lips). Jaw pads should follow cheek contour and the face guard is most effective at 2 to 2 ½ finger widths from the tip of the nose. You can attain this measurement by placing fingers IN FRONT of the nose not IN the nose. The cup of the chinstrap, not the crotch cup, should fit snugly and square on the chin.

4
Remember the helmet should always move with the head, not independently. If it shifts around it is too big and if it pops up it is most likely too small. Check back over all the features mentioned above and adjust accordingly. If the helmet doesn't physically fit due to extreme swelling of the player's head, cease throwing TDs and instead fake muscle cramps, roll on the floor and quit going for two on your 7th TD of the night. xthumbsupx



Read more: How to Properly Fit a Football Helmet | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_2289300_properly-fit-football-helmet.html#ixzz1afSBnLrm

The equipment guys seemed pretty grateful for this advice and spent hours icing down the heads of the effected players to reduce the swelling.

[kingkat99]

I personally witnessed several Kat players physically unable to put their helmets back on in our game against Sam Houston. .


So we whipped your tail helmetless??? Thats all the more impressive...And dont feed the Bobcat trolls who are feeling left out and irrelevant...

[BEAR]

So we whipped your tail helmetless??? Thats all the more impressive...And dont feed the Bobcat trolls who are feeling left out and irrelevant...

Oh good grief..it was humor. Read it all. xbangx

[kingkat99]

Oh good grief..it was humor. Read it all. xbangx


Nice, that is pretty funny...

[katstrapper]

Dont listen to the bobkitty... just trying to start some *****. Its funny though. I remember when Barrick Nealy was at TSU-SM and they were making a playoff run. I seem to remember A LOT of chest pounding from that side.xnodx

Doesnt matter though, they will be in the Worthless And Clueless conference next year playing for a chance to participate in some of the most meaningless bowls during bowl season..... whoopie!!! xthumbsupx

[TexasTerror]

Nicholls game advance...

http://geauxcolonels.com/news/2011/10/13/FB_1013112244.aspx

Nicholls game notes...

http://geauxcolonels.com/documents/2011/10/13/NICH_vs._Sam_Houston_GAME_NOTES.pdf?id=260

[TexasTerror]

Article from Nicholls side of things... says Klann will be starter and IF Caston is able to play, could see both incorporated in offense.


Getting off the field on third down was a problem for Nicholls State's defense in last week's 37-31 Southland Conference loss to Central Arkansas.

Central Arkansas converted 6-of-12 third-down plays, but what was disheartening was that the Bears converted several third-and-long situations.

Nicholls coach Charlie Stubbs said the plan is always to force teams into third-and-long situations, but in those situations, the defense has to execute.

http://www.dailycomet.com/article/20111014/ARTICLES/111019759

[TexasTerror]

Kats Getting Defensive


HUNTSVILLE — It’s hard to keep a good thing quiet for long and with one impressive performance after another against some solid teams, the Bearkats defense has made a name for itself that speaks very loudly.

http://itemonline.com/sports/x1372397633/Getting-Defensive

[TexasTerror]

SHSU offense musters nothing on their first go...

After SHSU intercepts Nicholls on the Colonels' first drive, SHSU misses 42-YD FG attempt...

[TexasTerror]

SHSU 7-0 NICHOLLS, 2:37 1Q

Robert Shaw with a 'pick 6'... Miguel Antonio kick... the second INT for the Bearkats today against Nicholls... SHSU offense has stalled thus far (kudos to Colonels), but the 'D' has once more picked up the slack...

[TexasTerror]

Kats have forced THREE turnovers (two INTs, one fumble)
Kats have missed TWO field goals (36, 43 yards)
Kats have scored TWO touchdowns (latest coming on short pass from Bell to Williams)

SHSU 14-0 NICHOLLS, 6:33 2Q

[TexasTerror]

SHSU gets its FOURTH turnover and THIRD interception of the game...

Sets up a short field... TOUCHDOWN TIM FLANDERS.

SHSU 21-0 NICHOLLS, 4:54 2Q

[TexasTerror]

24-0 HALF

SHSU kicker makes 41-yard field goal after two misses earlier in the game...

Bearkat 'D' is the one stepping up once more in this contest, just as they have the last few weeks...

[TexasTerror]

And the second half begins like the first half played out...

Nicholls up to FIVE turnovers (three INTs, two fumbles)... the most recent being a fumble...

SHSU in the red zone pretty quickly...

[TexasTerror]

Flanders gets his 2nd TD of game, 11th TD of the year and 24th of his two-year career (he's a sophomore)...

SHSU 31-0 Nicholls 12:22 3Q

[TexasTerror]

Richard Sincere scores from a yard out... fifth rushing TD of the year...

SHSU 38-0 Nicholls, 3:09 3Q

[TexasTerror]

SAFETY. Bearkats force Caston out the backend of the end zone... they had first play from scrimmage at their own one-yard line...

"If he had a key to the locker room, he'd be halfway there."

SHSU 40-0 Nicholls, 14:01 4Q

[TexasTerror]

The bench has emptied here in the fourth quarter...

50-yard pass from Sprowls to Hill... SHSU leads 47-0 over Nicholls...

[TexasTerror]

Nicholls scores against the second string... avoids being first SLC shutout since 1999...

SHSU 47-7 Nicholls, 1:01 4Q

[TexasTerror]

SHSU in the 'victory' formation...

SHSU 47-7 NICHOLLS - FINAL

Congrats to the Bearkats on the win! SHSU is now 6-0 overall and 3-0 in conference play (wins over UCA, SFA and Nicholls)

[TexasTerror]

SHSU recap...


Huntsville, Texas - Robert Shaw returned a first quarter interception 61 yards for a touchdown and the Bearkats' defense set up three other scores with turnovers as Sam Houston defeated Nicholls 47-7 in a Southland Conference game Saturday afternoon at Elliott T. Bowers Stadium.

The victory keeps the No. 10 ranked Bearkats unbeaten at 6-0 and in first place in the Southland with a 3-0 record.

The Bearkat defense had another outstanding day, limiting Nicholls to 181 yards total offense and forcing five turnovers.

http://www.gobearkats.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=19900&ATCLID=205317175

[blackfordpu]

Great showing by the Kats today, way to go get that win.

Now on to McNeese. EAT'EM UP KATS!

[Hood]

Hopefully one day we'll be able to give y'all a game again.

[TexasTerror]

Official photos from SHSU...

http://www.flickr.com/photos/samhoustonstateu/sets/72157627903272970/

[slycat]

What is with those UGLY uniforms? Hope thats not a salute to the troops because it is awful.

[Bearkat-Backer]

What is with those UGLY uniforms? Hope thats not a salute to the troops because it is awful.

It was and they are being auctioned off for charity. The proceeds go to the Lone Survivor Foundation. http://www.lonesurvivorfoundation.org

Here is the site for the auction. https://www.nmnathletics.com/sellnew/SellHome.dbml?&_IN_STORE_=YES&_MODE_=AUCTION&DB_OEM_ID=19900&DB_OEM_ID=19900&DB_LANG=&IN_SUBSCRIBER_CONTENT=&KEY=&DB_OEM_ID=19900&DB_LANG=&IN_SUBSCRIBER_CONTENT=

[slycat]

It was and they are being auctioned off for charity. The proceeds go to the Lone Survivor Foundation.
http://www.lonesurvivorfoundation.org .

Here is the site for the auction. https://www.nmnathletics.com/sellnew/SellHome.dbml?&_IN_STORE_=YES&_MODE_=AUCTION&DB_OEM_ID=19900&DB_OEM_ID=19900&DB_LANG=&IN_SUBSCRIBER_CONTENT=&KEY=&DB_OEM_ID=19900&DB_LANG=&IN_SUBSCRIBER_CONTENT=

Pretty cool it went to a charity event. Still hard on the eyes.

[TheRevSFA]

Pretty cool it went to a charity event. Still hard on the eyes.

They should make arrangements to wear those jerseys when they go to Conway..that turf plus those jerseys...

[Bearkat-Backer]

I know I am biased, but I like them. I will definitely be buying one.

[TheRevSFA]

I know I am biased, but I like them. I will definitely be buying one.

They keep you hidden amongst the traffic cones on I45...

[TexasTerror]

Post game reaction from SHSU locker room...


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VYXLI6xSP3o