UMass football has announced its 2011 schedule, which is highlighted by the second-annual Colonial Clash at Gillette Stadium on Oct. 22 against New Hampshire and a BCS matchup with Boston College on Sept. 24.
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UMass announces 2011 schedule, holds Pro Day event
Tags: Anthony Nelson, Boston College, Colonial Clash, Frank Forcucci, Greg Niland, John Griffin, Keith Dudzinski, Kyle Havens, New Hampshire, Pro Day, UMass Football
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Griffin still strong for Minutemen
The Massachusetts football team enters into its game against Rhode Island with two strong players in tailback John Griffin and Special teams specialist Caleb Violette. Both will have to work hard if they are to contest well against URI’s quarterback Steve Probst.
Tags: All-Conference First Team, Caleb Violette, John Griffin, Kevin Morris, Steve Probst, UMass Football
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Griffin looking past Northeastern, eyes national championship with UMass
Last fall, tailback John Griffin wondered where and from whom he would be taking his next handoff from. It turned out to be from Kyle Havens and for the Minutemen, as the senior has adjusted to life in Amherst and as a key component of the UMass offense after transferring from NU after their program was cut.
Tags: Football, John Griffin, Kevin Morris, Northeastern University football
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Even with offensive production, turnovers and penalties still cause for concern
Despite its offensive efficiency in the running and passing attacks, coach Kevin Morris still wanted to stress turnovers and penalties in the bye week in hopes of being successful against the Spiders this Saturday.
Tags: John Griffin, Jonathan Hernandez, Kevin Morris, Kyle Havens
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UMass defeats Towson on road
The Massachusetts football team overcame a seven-point deficit to win its second game on the road against Towson, 27-14. The Minutemen finished with 386 net yards, including 192 on the ground.
Tags: John Griffin, Jonathan Hernandez, Kevin Morris, Towson, UMass Football
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Running back tandem paying off for Minutemen
Through their first four games, three of which have been victories, No. 8 UMass is third in the CAA with 212.8 yards per game, thanks in part to the two-headed monster that is John Griffin and Jonathan Hernandez.
Tags: Anthony Nelson, Colonial Athletic Association, John Griffin, Jonathan Hernandez, Kyle Havens, UMass Football
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Minutemen look for second conference win Saturday
After defeating Stony Brook last Saturday, UMass heads to the Maryland to take on the Tigers, who are coming off a disheartening 24-10 defeat at the hands of Ivy League foe Columbia.
Tags: John Griffin, Jonathan Hernandez, Kevin Morris, Kyle Havens, Towson University, Tyler Holmes, UMass Football
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Minutemen look past Wolverines, face Seawolves Saturday
After nearly upsetting Big Blue at the Big House, UMass takes on Stony Brook this Saturday. Last season, the Minutemen defeated the Seawolves 44-17, as Jonathan Hernandez rushed for 140 yards and three scores. Hernandez rushed for 118 against the Wolverines Saturday.
Tags: Football, John Griffin, Jonathan Hernandez, Kevin Morris, Kyle Havens, Stony Brook
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Minutemen look for second-straight win against Crusaders in night clash
Before their trip to the Big House, UMass takes on HC fresh off a big win over the No.4 Tribe last Saturday. The last time the two teams met was two years ago, resulting in a 45-42 victory in Worcester for the Minutemen.
Tags: Football, Holy Cross, John Griffin, Jonathan Hernandez, Kevin Morris, Minutemen
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Struggling economy could impact CAA, Minutemen
With the new realignment in collegiate football conferencing, the effects of the Big Ten and Big 12 adding new teams could trickle down and make an impact on UMass’ future in the CAA.
Tags: Anthony Nelson, Big Ten, Colonial Athletic Association, Football, Greg Niland, John Griffin, Jonathan Hernandez, Kevin Morris, Pacific-10
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