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Wofford getting set for third round FCS playoff game

December 8, 2010 By

Wofford is one of eight teams still alive in the FCS playoffs.  After a first round bye the Terriers went to Jacksonville State and picked up a 17-14 win over the Gamecocks to advance to the third round.  The team will get an unexpected a home field advantage this weekend when they take on Georgia Southern at 2:00 Saturday at Gibbs Stadium.

AUDIO: Wofford coach Mike Ayers on Georgia Southern

Georgia Southern did not get its bid in to the NCAA in time so Wofford will get the home game.  The Terriers beat the Eagles 33-31 in Statesboro this season.  Georgia Southern beat S.C. State and number two national seed William and Mary to advance to the third round.

The winner of Saturday’s game will face the winner of the New Hampshire-Delaware game next week in the semi-finals.

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Wofford Thursday scrimmage report

August 27, 2010 By

On Thursday evening as part of Fan Fest, the Wofford football team scrimmaged for the final time during the preseason. Once again, both the offense and defense came up with big plays as the team worked towards the Ohio game just over a week away. 

Mike Ayers post scrimmage comments

Ayers

“I think our kids are a little leg-weary at this point,” said head coach Mike Ayers. “They came out and did some really good things on both sides of the ball, but just not consistent. We are looking for consistency and understanding what to do and how to do it. We are still struggling in some areas of the kicking game. Wheat we have to do is to continue to work. We have approximately seven more practice opportunities and then we are taking a bus ride. We have to keep working. There are a lot of young kids that a lot has been given to them and there is some confusion. They are very talented, but if you are unsure of what you need to do you can’t be successful. We have some concerns, but at the same time we have made some progress.”

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South Carolina Coaches for Charity a huge success

July 30, 2010 By
L-R Kevin Higgins, Dabo Swinney, Bobby Lamb, Fisher DeBerry, Mike Ayers, Art Baker

L-R Kevin Higgins, Dabo Swinney, Bobby Lamb, Fisher DeBerry, Mike Ayers, Art Baker

Former legendary Air Force head football coach Fisher Deberry hosted the South Carolina Coaches for Charity inaugural dinner Thursday night at the Embassy Suites in Columbia.  Deberry is the all-time winningest head football coach for the United States Air Force Academy.  He is originally from South Carolina, and has recently moved back to the state.

Fisher DeBerry

Fisher DeBerry

Deberry and his wife Lu Ann lead the Fisher Deberry Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to the support and education of single parents and their children.  For this event, they have united with head coaches from around the state to raise money and awareness for each of their respective organizations.

The event was roughly from 6-10 pm, starting with a meet and greet, followed by dinner.  There was also a silent and live auction with various sports memorabilia up for grabs ranging from a George Rogers autographed helmet to a “Broadway Joe” Namath autographed Jets jersey, among others.  All proceeds were donated to the charities involved.  The evening concluded with each coach giving a speech about their respective teams and to raise awareness for their charities.

Dabo Swinney

Dabo Swinney

The coaches involved were

  • Dabo Swinney – Clemson -  Dabo’s All-In Team Foundation
  • Steve Spurrier – USC – Gamecock FCA
  • Mike Ayers – Wofford – FCA of Spartanburg
  • Kevin Higgins – The Citadel – Hope for Haiti
  • Bobby Lamb – Furman – Greenville FCA
  • Buddy Pough – SC State – FCA of Orangeburg
  • Pough was unable to appear at the dinner, and SC State was instead represented by Hall-of-Fame member Willie Jeffries.
Steve Spurrier

Steve Spurrier

Various sponsors also participated in the dinner, including Founders Federal Credit Union, State Farm, Rod Walters, IPTAY, The Citadel Football Association, and Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated.  Former  coach Art Baker served as the Master of Ceremonies, and Burt Trembley promoted the event with the help of his team.

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