Mustangs ready to run in opener against NSU
MARSHALL — Warren Matthews is ready for his shot as Southwest Minnesota State’s tailback. Last season, while Zach Wysong was busy rewriting the SMSU record books, and Gannon Moore busy punching the ball in for touchdowns, Matthews’ impact focused on special teams, as he set school records in kick returns (38) and kick return yards (913). Now, in the Mustangs’ opener tonight against Northern State, the sophomore from Minneapolis will get his first start of his collegiate career. “I’m really excited, I’ve been waiting for it since fall camp,” Matthews said. “I’ve just been waiting for this first game, getting ready for the season, and ready for my time to show what I can do.” Matthews will split time with Moore, a fellow sophomore, in trying to establish a more balanced attack for SMSU’s offense. Tonight’s game could be the breakout game the duo is looking for, as the Wolves’ defense gave up a Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference-worst 232.5 yards on the ground last yea.
» Full StoryTigers eager to restore their roar Friday night
MARSHALL — Last year was the first time the Marshall football team lost a season opener in Terry Bahlmann’s six seasons as head coach, and it proved to be a bad omen as the Tigers went on to have their worst record (4-5) in Bahlmann’s tenure.
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Welcome Mustang fans to another great year of SMSU athletics!
Today, the SMSU fall athletic season begins with Mustang football battling the Northern State Wolves in a non-conference game at Mattke Field at the Regional Event Center.
RRC downs Springfield
Red Rock Central came away with a 3-1 victory over Springfield in Jeffers Wednesday in girls high school volleyball action, winning 20-25, 25-17, 28-26, 25-18.
Klarissa Larsen had 17 kills, four blocks and three service aces to lead RR.
Vikings make a strong first impression
MINNEOTA — Even the No. 1 team in Class A showed it wasn’t immune to first-match jitters, but the Minneota Vikings played well enough Tuesday to cruise past visiting Murray County Central 25-14, 25-22, 25-13.
» Full StoryTop-ranked Tigers open up with win on road
There may be improvements to be made, but the Marshall volleyball team kicked off its 2010 season with a quick victory.
The Tigers swept Alexandria 3-0 on the road Tuesday, winning 25-15, 25-20, 25-1.
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