2011 Tartan Football News
Football’s Billy Joraskie Sets Sights On Political Future
April 26, 2012
Billy Joraskie has a lot to say. His voice has served him well during his four years at Carnegie Mellon – on the football field, as chair of the Student-Athlete Advisory Council, as an ardent supporter of other Tartan programs and as an aspiring politician.
500 and Counting: Football Program Celebrates Landmark Victory
April 25, 2012
The Carnegie Mellon football program celebrated its 500th victory on Friday, April 20, as more than 60 alums joined current and former staff members on campus at the Tartans Pavilion. Carnegie Mellon registered its 500th win with a 28-13 victory at the University of Chicago on November 5, 2011.
John Polles ’67 Drew on Athletics Experience During Distinguished 25-Year Military Career
March 29, 2012
John Polles arrived on the Carnegie Tech campus in 1963 faced with an important decision – should he enroll in the institution’s physical education or ROTC requirement? Since Polles was going to play football and run track, the physical education route wasn’t particularly appealing, so he enrolled in the campus ROTC program. Four years later, he embarked on a distinguished 25-year career in the United States Army and achieved the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.
Carnegie Mellon Announces UAA 25th Anniversary Football Team
December 21, 2011
As part of the 25th anniversary celebration of the University Athletic Association (UAA), the Carnegie Mellon University Department of Athletics is honored to announce the school’s all-time UAA football team.
Carnegie Mellon University Football to Join Presidents’ Athletic Conference in 2014
December 13, 2011
The Carnegie Mellon University football program will join the Presidents’ Athletic Conference (PAC) as an affiliate member for the start of the 2014 season. The Tartans will maintain their three-game University Athletic Association (UAA) schedule with Case Western Reserve University, the University of Chicago and Washington University in St. Louis. Case Western will join Carnegie Mellon as an affiliate member of the PAC.
Thompson and Cheek Named to D3football.com All-South Region Team
December 06, 2011
Junior cornerback Sam Thompson (Alcoa, Tenn.) and sophomore offensive guard Nathan Cheek (Lancaster, Ohio) of the Carnegie Mellon University football team were named to the D3football.com 2011 All-South Region team. Thompson was selected as a second team member while Cheek earned third team honors.
Two Football Players Named Capital One Academic All-America
December 06, 2011
Senior defensive lineman Andrew Medenbach (Muskegon, Mich./Mona Shores) and junior cornerback Sam Thompson (Alcoa, Tenn.) of the Carnegie Mellon University football team were named a Capital One Academic All-American by the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA) Tuesday, December 6. Mendenbach and Thompson were both honored as second-team members.
Sam Thompson: The Journey of a Student-Athlete from Tennessee to the Top of the Records Book
November 28, 2011
As a kid playing high school football in Alcoa, Tennessee, Sam Thompson never imagined being among the national leaders in any statistical category on the college level. Thompson, who recently finished his junior season with the Carnegie Mellon football team, ended the campaign ranked second in Division III with seven interceptions. Not only have his accomplishments ranked him nationally for the year, Thompson’s name also appears in Carnegie Mellon’s records book, as he tied the single-season mark for interceptions.
Football Receives 20 Spots on the All-UAA Team
November 22, 2011
The Carnegie Mellon University football team had 19 players and 20 positions honored when the All-University Athletic Association (UAA) football team was announced Tuesday, November 22 by the league coaches. Of the 20, six of them were honored as first-team members and 10 are making their first appearance on the team.
Garrett Earns Second University Athletic Association Honor
November 15, 2011
Carnegie Mellon University senior punter Patrick Garrett (Glenshaw, Pa./Fox Chapel) was named the University Athletic Association (UAA) Football Special Teams Athlete of the Week following his performance against Case Western Reserve University in the 26th Academic Bowl on Saturday, November 12. This marks the second time this season Garrett has received the honor.
Tartans Fall 38-24 in 26th Academic Bowl
November 12, 2011
The Carnegie Mellon University football team lost in its final game of the season Saturday, November 12 when they hosted Case Western Reserve University in the 26th Annual Academic Bowl. Case’s stout defense stopped the potent rushing attack of the Tartans en route to a 38-24 victory.
Six Football Players Named Academic All-District
November 10, 2011
The Carnegie Mellon University football team had six members named to the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA) Capital One Academic All-District Team Thursday, November 10. To be nominated for the award, a student-athlete must be a starter or significant reserve and maintain a GPA of 3.3 or better.
Football Hosts Case Western Reserve in 26th Annual Academic Bowl
November 09, 2011
The Carnegie Mellon University football team returns home for its final game of the season Saturday. The Tartans take on Case Western Reserve University in 26th Annual Academic Bowl in the final University Athletic Association (UAA) matchup. Kickoff is set for 2:00 p.m. with festivities honoring the senior class beforehand.
Blanks Earns Second UAA Football Honor
November 08, 2011
Carnegie Mellon University junior running back Patrick Blanks (Cincinnati, Ohio/Moeller) was named the University Athletic Association (UAA) Football Offensive Athlete of the Week for the second time this season. Blanks receives the honor following his performance this past Saturday in the Tartans’ 28-13 victory at the University of Chicago.
Tartans Win 500 With a 28-13 Victory at Chicago
November 05, 2011
The Carnegie Mellon University football team traveled to the Windy City to play the Maroons of the University of Chicago Saturday, November 5. In the University Athletic Association (UAA) contest the Tartans defeated the Maroons 28-13. The win marks the 500th in the history of the program and moves the Tartans record to 5-4, 1-1 while the Maroons are now 5-4, 0-2.
Tartans Travel to Chicago
November 02, 2011
Carnegie Mellon University’s football team will travel to Chicago, Ill. this Saturday for a matchup with the University of Chicago Maroons. Kickoff is set for 12:00 p.m. CT for the Tartans’ final road game and their second University Athletic Association (UAA) contest.