WEST POINT, N.Y. – The Army West Point sprint football team etched its name in the record books after a 24-point shutout victory over Franklin Pierce at Sodexo Field Saturday afternoon. The win marks the first time in the program's 58-year history that the Black Knights (5-0, 5-0 CSFL) have started a season with five consecutive shutouts. The previous record was set in the program's second season in 1958 when the Black Knights notched four consecutive shutouts.
"I'm really proud of the team for getting our fifth win and fourth on the road of the year," said head coach Mark West. "It's been a tough road trip, and this was the longest of the four games. I'm proud of how we hung tough today. Defensively, to get another shutout and to set a school record is something special. Franklin Pierce had a pretty good offense. Their quarterback is a gamer and scrambled well all day. Our defensive backs did a great job plastering the receivers when they got the ball."
The defensive was able to prevent the opposition from gaining anything on the ground for the third time this season as Franklin Pierce (2-3, 2-3 CSFL) netted -31 rushing yards. Forcing the Falcons to use their passing game played right into the hands' of Army's speedy defensive backs and relentless front. The Black Knights recorded seven sacks as a team, including three from senior defensive lineman Philip Choi who is among the league-leaders in the category. They also earned seven turnovers with three fumbles and four interceptions. Full Story»