From the College website comes this story about the high-quality of restaurants and eateries located here in Grinnell:
http://www.grinnell.edu/index8.shtm
Monday, November 23, 2009
Friday, November 20, 2009
Coach's Profiles: Dave Arseneault
Throughout the season we profiled each of our 14 senior players and now that we've entered the off-season, it's time to meet each member of our coaching staff. We'll spotlight one coach each week leading up until Christmas, proceeding, as we did with the seniors, in alphabetical order.
Leading off, is defensive assistant Dave Arseneault!
Name: Dave Arseneault
Hometown: Grinnell, IA
Alma Mater: I graduated from Grinnell College in 2009. I majored in Economics.
Family: Father - Dave, Mother - Ellie, Sister - Jennie (21)
Position/Title at Grinnell: Assistant Football and Assistant Basketball Coach
What brought you to Grinnell?
My father is the head men's basketball coach here at Grinnell.
What do you enjoy about coaching at Grinnell?
I really enjoy the type of players I get to work with on a daily basis. The kids we have at Grinnell are smart, respectful, and extremely hard working.
What is your favorite memory here at Grinnell?
Being a part of two Midwest Conference Championship basketball teams during my four year career.
Why did you choose your alma mater? What drew you there?
A couple of things... The academics. Grinnell is one of the best liberal arts schools in the country and I believe the school has fully prepared me for anything I choose to do in the future. I was also very impressed with the athletic department and the athletic facilities. The coaches are friendly and care about their players, and the athletic facilities at Grinnell are incredible. Come check it out if you don't believe me!
How would you describe yourself as a coach?
I'm in an interesting position because I went to school with a lot of the players on the team. I think this really helps me communicate with the guys because I can relate to the academic/athletic experience they're having at Grinnell. I also love getting to know the guys as students and people, as well as getting to know them as football players.
Favorite movie: Anchorman
Favorite book: Harry Potter Series and anything written by Bill Simmons "the Sports Guy"
Favorite food(s): Buffalo Wings
Favorite travel location: University of Iowa's Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City... Go Hawks!
Hobbies and Interests: Working out, reading, fantasy basketball and football
List at least one random or interesting fact about you: I'm a dual citizen (Canada and the U.S.) and I was invited to tryout for the Canadian National Basketball team after my freshman year of college.
Leading off, is defensive assistant Dave Arseneault!
Name: Dave Arseneault
Hometown: Grinnell, IA
Alma Mater: I graduated from Grinnell College in 2009. I majored in Economics.
Family: Father - Dave, Mother - Ellie, Sister - Jennie (21)
Position/Title at Grinnell: Assistant Football and Assistant Basketball Coach
What brought you to Grinnell?
My father is the head men's basketball coach here at Grinnell.
What do you enjoy about coaching at Grinnell?
I really enjoy the type of players I get to work with on a daily basis. The kids we have at Grinnell are smart, respectful, and extremely hard working.
What is your favorite memory here at Grinnell?
Being a part of two Midwest Conference Championship basketball teams during my four year career.
Why did you choose your alma mater? What drew you there?
A couple of things... The academics. Grinnell is one of the best liberal arts schools in the country and I believe the school has fully prepared me for anything I choose to do in the future. I was also very impressed with the athletic department and the athletic facilities. The coaches are friendly and care about their players, and the athletic facilities at Grinnell are incredible. Come check it out if you don't believe me!
How would you describe yourself as a coach?
I'm in an interesting position because I went to school with a lot of the players on the team. I think this really helps me communicate with the guys because I can relate to the academic/athletic experience they're having at Grinnell. I also love getting to know the guys as students and people, as well as getting to know them as football players.
Favorite movie: Anchorman
Favorite book: Harry Potter Series and anything written by Bill Simmons "the Sports Guy"
Favorite food(s): Buffalo Wings
Favorite travel location: University of Iowa's Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City... Go Hawks!
Hobbies and Interests: Working out, reading, fantasy basketball and football
List at least one random or interesting fact about you: I'm a dual citizen (Canada and the U.S.) and I was invited to tryout for the Canadian National Basketball team after my freshman year of college.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Bradley & Boehm Named All-MWC
Junior linebacker Marquis Bradley (Wichita, KS/Independent) and senior defensive back and return specialist Ryan Boehm (Iowa City, IA/City High) were both named to the All-Midwest Conference Second Team on Wednesday. The Pioneers also had three players recognized as All-MWC Honorable Mention: Sophomore receiver Robert Seer (Saukville, WI/Port Washington), sophomore offensive lineman Chris Jarmon (Boulder, CO/Boulder) and junior safety Marc Heronemus (Topeka, KS/Topeka).
Congrats to all five players! The honor is certainly well received in each case!
To read the Grinnell release please go here.
Congrats to all five players! The honor is certainly well received in each case!
To read the Grinnell release please go here.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
2009 Season Recap
We came into the 2009 season confident that we were a much improved football team over the 3-7 version in 2008. And despite only posting a 2-8 record, it is unquestionable that we have made major strides towards our goal of winning the MWC Championship.
Four of our 8 losses were by a touchdown or less and in two of the other losses we had a chance to win the game in the fourth quarter before squandering it. Compare this to the 2008 season, where only 1 of the 7 losses was by a score, and its obvious that we were more competitive week in and week out this season. The next step is without a doubt the toughest to achieve, however. We have to learn how to win, and make the 3 or 4 more big plays that inevitably decide each and every football game. I'm confident we will get there sooner rather than later.
We are graduating some great seniors and we will of course miss all of them. Fortunately we do have very good players returning on both sides of the ball and on special teams. Two of our top three leading tacklers are back on defense. Our leading receivers are all back and our top returners are back.
We have a bunch of highly motivated guys who want to work even harder this off-season so we win those close games next year. Our players are very excited about the future of this program and have already started working hard to get better for next year.
We have a bunch of highly motivated guys who want to work even harder this off-season so we win those close games next year. Our players are very excited about the future of this program and have already started working hard to get better for next year.
We look forward, already, to the 2010 season and in particular the season opener at home against Macalester College on September 4th!
Stay tuned in the coming days for the beginning of our profile series highlighting our coaching staff!
Monday, November 9, 2009
Pioneers Lose in Season Finale
On a perfect fall day for football, the host Beloit Bucs beat the visiting Pioneers from Grinnell 41-7. For only the second time all season, we were out of the game in the 4th quarter, and considering where this program has been over the last few years, that is a major improvement. It's not at all where we want to be ultimately, but it provides us with some comfort knowing that in 8 of our 10 games, we are competitive until the end and are just a few plays shy of winning a lot of those games.
We now turn our focus as a program and as a coaching staff to the 2010 season and beyond. We open next season at home against Macalester College on September 4th, 2010 and we can't wait to be on the field and start a new season. But first we must put all our efforts into the recruiting process and trying to find a class of student-athletes that can help get us to that next level!
We now turn our focus as a program and as a coaching staff to the 2010 season and beyond. We open next season at home against Macalester College on September 4th, 2010 and we can't wait to be on the field and start a new season. But first we must put all our efforts into the recruiting process and trying to find a class of student-athletes that can help get us to that next level!
Monday, November 2, 2009
Pioneers Lose to RedHawks
Although we could not have asked for better weather on Senior Day at Rosenbloom Field, the host Pioneers fell to Ripon 38-17 in our last home game of 2009. We again showed great resolve by mounting a comeback and refusing to quit before the last whistle blew. But it wasn't enough as their offense executed their triple-option attack as precisely as they have done all year and we weren't able to come up with enough big stops or turnovers to shift the tide. Offensively, we moved the ball effectively, racking up the 2nd most yards they've allowed all season, but fell short on finishing drives and putting the ball in the endzone.
We head to Beloit this Saturday for the final contest of the 2009 season and will also serve as a great catapult of momentum heading into the 2010 season!
We head to Beloit this Saturday for the final contest of the 2009 season and will also serve as a great catapult of momentum heading into the 2010 season!
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Senior Profiles: Mike Tricoli
Throughout the season we will run profiles on each of our 14 senior players. We've asked them to tell us why they chose to attend Grinnell, what their favorite moment as a Pioneer football player was, among other fun facts. Please enjoy getting to know a little more about these guys before they graduate this spring!
This Saturday is Senior Day, so we will run the last two profiles here this week. Last but not least, is senior center Mike Tricoli!
Name: Mike Tricoli
Hometown: Lake Mary, FL
Major: History and Art History
Why did you choose to attend Grinnell?
Education and Football
What is your favorite Pioneer football moment?
My first college win - beating Knox 35-34 my freshman year.
What are your career ambitions and/or future plans?
Education/Business Administration
Favorite Professional Team: New York Giants
Favorite Division I team: Florida State University, West Virginia University, Iowa
Favorite Song: "Man In The Box" by Alice in Chains
Favorite Food: Hot Buffalo Wings with a side of potato skins
Favorite Movie: The Godfather
Favorite Book: The Great Train Robbery by Michael Crichton
Favorite Course at Grinnell: Medieval Cathedrals
Other hobbies: Playing guitar, traveling, eating
This Saturday is Senior Day, so we will run the last two profiles here this week. Last but not least, is senior center Mike Tricoli!
Name: Mike Tricoli
Hometown: Lake Mary, FL
Major: History and Art History
Why did you choose to attend Grinnell?
Education and Football
What is your favorite Pioneer football moment?
My first college win - beating Knox 35-34 my freshman year.
What are your career ambitions and/or future plans?
Education/Business Administration
Favorite Professional Team: New York Giants
Favorite Division I team: Florida State University, West Virginia University, Iowa
Favorite Song: "Man In The Box" by Alice in Chains
Favorite Food: Hot Buffalo Wings with a side of potato skins
Favorite Movie: The Godfather
Favorite Book: The Great Train Robbery by Michael Crichton
Favorite Course at Grinnell: Medieval Cathedrals
Other hobbies: Playing guitar, traveling, eating
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Senior Profiles: Jake Thompson
Throughout the season we will run profiles on each of our 14 senior players. We've asked them to tell us why they chose to attend Grinnell, what their favorite moment as a Pioneer football player was, among other fun facts. Please enjoy getting to know a little more about these guys before they graduate this spring!
This Saturday is Senior Day, so we will run the last two profiles here this week. Let me introduce you to senior defensive lineman, Jake Thompson!
Name: Jake Thompson
Hometown: Rockwell City, IA
Major: History/Education
Why did you choose to attend Grinnell?
It's the best academic college in Iowa and one of the best in the country.
What is your favorite Pioneer football moment?
Our game against St. Norbert this year.
What are your career ambitions and/or future plans?
I plan to attend law school in the fall, but I will also graduate with a teaching license, so that is a possibility down the road.
Favorite Professional Team: Miami Dolphins, Houston Rockets, Chicago Cubs, in that order.
Favorite Division I team: Iowa Hawkeyes
Favorite Song: "I Touch Myself" by the Divinyls
Favorite Food: Casey's Pepperoni Pizza
Favorite Movie: The Land Before Time
Favorite Book: The Animorphs by K.A. Applegate
Favorite Course at Grinnell: Mao Zedong with Professor Hsieh, also anything taught by Rob Lewis
Other hobbies: Video games, movies, wikipedia, reading if I have time.
This Saturday is Senior Day, so we will run the last two profiles here this week. Let me introduce you to senior defensive lineman, Jake Thompson!
Name: Jake ThompsonHometown: Rockwell City, IA
Major: History/Education
Why did you choose to attend Grinnell?
It's the best academic college in Iowa and one of the best in the country.
What is your favorite Pioneer football moment?
Our game against St. Norbert this year.
What are your career ambitions and/or future plans?
I plan to attend law school in the fall, but I will also graduate with a teaching license, so that is a possibility down the road.
Favorite Professional Team: Miami Dolphins, Houston Rockets, Chicago Cubs, in that order.
Favorite Division I team: Iowa Hawkeyes
Favorite Song: "I Touch Myself" by the Divinyls
Favorite Food: Casey's Pepperoni Pizza
Favorite Movie: The Land Before Time
Favorite Book: The Animorphs by K.A. Applegate
Favorite Course at Grinnell: Mao Zedong with Professor Hsieh, also anything taught by Rob Lewis
Other hobbies: Video games, movies, wikipedia, reading if I have time.
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Pioneers Fall to Blueboys
On a gorgeous late October Saturday, the Grinnell Pioneers lost a shoot-out to the Illinois College Blueboys by a final of 55-34. Both teams combined for over 1,000 yards of total offense, and we ran 105 offensive plays total. We also had 68 pass attempts which is a school record. For the second straight week, we showed great heart and fight after coming back from a 41-13 deficit midway through the third quarter to close the gap to 47-34 with 3:00 remaining in the game before a late interception dealt the final blow.
Next up is Ripon College and our last home game of 2009. It'll be Senior Day at Rosenbloom Field as we see the 14 seniors on the home turf one final time. Should be a great day to be a Pioneer!
Next up is Ripon College and our last home game of 2009. It'll be Senior Day at Rosenbloom Field as we see the 14 seniors on the home turf one final time. Should be a great day to be a Pioneer!
Friday, October 23, 2009
Road Trip!
We are leaving within the hour for our second overnight trip this fall, this time to Jacksonville, Illinois, home of the Illinois College Blueboys. After a four-plus hour bus ride, we'll get some dinner at the Olive Garden, go to the hotel where we'll meet briefly and then get a good night's sleep before tomorrow's game. It should be a good contest, and another challenge for us as defensively we face a pretty good aerial attack and will start our freshman quarterback for the second straight game.
For those of you who don't regularly check the links on the right side of this page, please check out Chris Jarmon's personal blog about being a Division III football player. He started the blog when he was a player at Colorado College and has continued writing about his experiences since transferring to Grinnell this year. He's a great writer and offers up a great perspective on the game at this level.
For those of you who don't regularly check the links on the right side of this page, please check out Chris Jarmon's personal blog about being a Division III football player. He started the blog when he was a player at Colorado College and has continued writing about his experiences since transferring to Grinnell this year. He's a great writer and offers up a great perspective on the game at this level.
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Senior Profiles: Joey Snyder
Throughout the season we will run profiles on each of our 14 senior players. We've asked them to tell us why they chose to attend Grinnell, what their favorite moment as a Pioneer football player was, among other fun facts. Please enjoy getting to know a little more about these guys before they graduate this spring!
Next up, is senior tight end, Joey Snyder!
Name: Joey Snyder
Hometown: Reserve, New Mexico
Major: Economics
Why did you choose to attend Grinnell?
Grinnell College gave me the opportunity to see a different part of the United States, while offering me the chance to play two college varsity sports and receive a top-ranked liberal arts education. In addition, the faculty and students at Grinnell are all good people.
What is your favorite Pioneer football moment?
I have numerous favorite moments, but I think my favorite was the fourth quarter and the excitement that prevailed during last year's first game against Cornell. The quarter was full of nothing but suspense, especially the final play. When Marquis Bradley swatted down a desperation pass into the endzone as time expired, I immediately ran onto the field as did the rest of the team. The excitement shown by the fans and players is unforgettable.
What are your career ambitions and/or future plans?
I am in the process of pursuing a career in finance, such as a financial advisor. I am also trying to apply to graduate schools, preferably the University of New Mexico's Anderson School of Management in hopes of receiving an MBA in finance.
Favorite Professional Team: Chicago Bulls
Favorite Division I team: North Carolina Tar Heels
Favorite Song: "Life Goes On" by Tupac Shakur
Favorite Food: My grandma's red chili enchiladas!
Favorite Movie: Friday
Favorite Book: L.A.byrnth
Favorite Course at Grinnell: Lunch, haha. No really, I enjoy economics classes focused in finance, such as Investments and Public Policy, or U.S. Financial Systems
Other hobbies: I regularly snowboard. Hang out with friends - mostly the "PALS". Ride ATVs, hunt, eat my mom and grandma's home-cooked Mexican food. Listen to my parents, grandparents, and family friends childhood stories. Most of all I love just being in the great state of New Mexico with my family.
Next up, is senior tight end, Joey Snyder!
Name: Joey Snyder
Hometown: Reserve, New Mexico
Major: Economics
Why did you choose to attend Grinnell?
Grinnell College gave me the opportunity to see a different part of the United States, while offering me the chance to play two college varsity sports and receive a top-ranked liberal arts education. In addition, the faculty and students at Grinnell are all good people.
What is your favorite Pioneer football moment?
I have numerous favorite moments, but I think my favorite was the fourth quarter and the excitement that prevailed during last year's first game against Cornell. The quarter was full of nothing but suspense, especially the final play. When Marquis Bradley swatted down a desperation pass into the endzone as time expired, I immediately ran onto the field as did the rest of the team. The excitement shown by the fans and players is unforgettable.
What are your career ambitions and/or future plans?
I am in the process of pursuing a career in finance, such as a financial advisor. I am also trying to apply to graduate schools, preferably the University of New Mexico's Anderson School of Management in hopes of receiving an MBA in finance.
Favorite Professional Team: Chicago Bulls
Favorite Division I team: North Carolina Tar Heels
Favorite Song: "Life Goes On" by Tupac Shakur
Favorite Food: My grandma's red chili enchiladas!
Favorite Movie: Friday
Favorite Book: L.A.byrnth
Favorite Course at Grinnell: Lunch, haha. No really, I enjoy economics classes focused in finance, such as Investments and Public Policy, or U.S. Financial Systems
Other hobbies: I regularly snowboard. Hang out with friends - mostly the "PALS". Ride ATVs, hunt, eat my mom and grandma's home-cooked Mexican food. Listen to my parents, grandparents, and family friends childhood stories. Most of all I love just being in the great state of New Mexico with my family.
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Senior Profiles: Tim McDonald
Throughout the season we will run profiles on each of our 14 senior players. We've asked them to tell us why they chose to attend Grinnell, what their favorite moment as a Pioneer football player was, among other fun facts. Please enjoy getting to know a little more about these guys before they graduate this spring!
Next up, is senior wide receiver, Tim McDonald!
Name: Tim McDonald
Hometown: Cincinnati, Ohio
Major: Art (Studio)
Why did you choose to attend Grinnell?
I chose to come to Grinnell for the academics, great environment, and its unbeatable corn on the cob.
What is your favorite Pioneer football moment?
My first year was a very special season for me, and I really got along well with the seniors on that team, so when we won our last game at home against Beloit it was a great feeling to be able to send those guys off with a win.
What are your career ambitions and/or future plans?
Travel the world.
Favorite Professional Team: Indianapolis Colts
Favorite Division I team: Iowa Hawkeyes
Favorite Song: Tuesday's Gone by Lynyrd Skynyrd
Favorite Food: A Taylor's Maid-Rite Sandwich with everything on it accompanied by a vanilla shake
Favorite Movie: O Brother, Where Art Thou
Favorite Book: The Sun Rises Also by Ernest Hemingway
Favorite Course at Grinnell: Art 310 - Hybrid Media
Other hobbies: Discussing politics, hanging out with my family, and getting into trouble with friends.
Next up, is senior wide receiver, Tim McDonald!
Name: Tim McDonald
Hometown: Cincinnati, Ohio
Major: Art (Studio)
Why did you choose to attend Grinnell?
I chose to come to Grinnell for the academics, great environment, and its unbeatable corn on the cob.
What is your favorite Pioneer football moment?
My first year was a very special season for me, and I really got along well with the seniors on that team, so when we won our last game at home against Beloit it was a great feeling to be able to send those guys off with a win.
What are your career ambitions and/or future plans?
Travel the world.
Favorite Professional Team: Indianapolis Colts
Favorite Division I team: Iowa Hawkeyes
Favorite Song: Tuesday's Gone by Lynyrd Skynyrd
Favorite Food: A Taylor's Maid-Rite Sandwich with everything on it accompanied by a vanilla shake
Favorite Movie: O Brother, Where Art Thou
Favorite Book: The Sun Rises Also by Ernest Hemingway
Favorite Course at Grinnell: Art 310 - Hybrid Media
Other hobbies: Discussing politics, hanging out with my family, and getting into trouble with friends.
Monday, October 19, 2009
Comeback Falls Short
After staking the visiting Lake Forest Foresters out to a 28-7 halftime lead, the Pioneers rallied furiously in the second half before ultimately falling 35-28.
This was a tough loss in a lot of ways, but we can hold our heads up high for continuing to battle and fight for a victory and we just weren't able to get it done late in the game. This is the fourth loss this season by a touchdown or less and this gives us hope and encouragement that we are in fact climbing the ladder and progressing as a football team.
It's fall break this week, so we've got a great opportunity to spend some extra time on football and make sure we are 100% ready to travel to Illinois College on Saturday and come home with a Win!
Go Pioneers!
This was a tough loss in a lot of ways, but we can hold our heads up high for continuing to battle and fight for a victory and we just weren't able to get it done late in the game. This is the fourth loss this season by a touchdown or less and this gives us hope and encouragement that we are in fact climbing the ladder and progressing as a football team.
It's fall break this week, so we've got a great opportunity to spend some extra time on football and make sure we are 100% ready to travel to Illinois College on Saturday and come home with a Win!
Go Pioneers!
Friday, October 16, 2009
Athletics at Grinnell
Students race towards the finish line in an early Grinnell track meet, 1911. Photo courtesy of Grinnell College Archives
In celebrating the 150th year of the College's existence here in Grinnell, the College is highlighting the athletic experience over the years on the school's homepage. Below is a snippet of the article. To read the whole story, go here.
"Today, nearly one-third of all Grinnell students participate in intercollegiate sports, and many more enjoy club and intramural sports. Grinnell continues its membership in the Midwest Conference to this day, and has led the league in the total number of Academic All-Conference honorees for the past five years. Through it all, Grinnell’s athletic programs continue to promote the “interdependence of mental and physical culture” that started so long ago."
Alumni Weekend at Grinnell!
This weekend is Alumni Weekend at Grinnell College and we are excited to have a bunch of former Pioneer football players back on campus to reminisce about their glory days and watch the current edition of GC Football take on Lake Forest. These reunions are always a blast, hearing old stories, plenty of tailgating and good food, and a lot of camaraderie between the generations make it a special time to be on campus.
As for the game, we are anxiously anticipating the matchup against the Foresters from Lake Forest. They are unquestionably a dangerous team capable of big plays at any moment and we'll have to bring our "A" game to withstand their charges. But we are excited for the opportunity to use this game as another step up the conference standings and continue our climb from the bottom of the totem pole into one of the most respected and feared teams in the MWC.
Go Pioneers!
As for the game, we are anxiously anticipating the matchup against the Foresters from Lake Forest. They are unquestionably a dangerous team capable of big plays at any moment and we'll have to bring our "A" game to withstand their charges. But we are excited for the opportunity to use this game as another step up the conference standings and continue our climb from the bottom of the totem pole into one of the most respected and feared teams in the MWC.
Go Pioneers!
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Senior Profiles: Curtis McCoy
Throughout the season we will run profiles on each of our 14 senior players. We've asked them to tell us why they chose to attend Grinnell, what their favorite moment as a Pioneer football player was, among other fun facts. Please enjoy getting to know a little more about these guys before they graduate this spring!
Next up, is senior defensive end, Curtis McCoy!
Name: Curtis McCoy
Hometown: Lake Forest, IL
Major: Biology with an Environmental Studies concentration
Why did you choose to attend Grinnell?
I wanted a small college where I could get to know people, but I also wanted a break from the homogeneity of Lake Forest, IL; when I came to visit it just felt right.
What is your favorite Pioneer football moment?
My freshman year (2006) beating Knox College 35-34 with the help of a 30 yard pass from Sean Pfalzer to Todd Doleshal for a two-point conversion and some clutch kicking from our newly recruited, Grinnell soccer player turned Grinnell football player, Scott Koenning.
What are your career ambitions and/or future plans?
After graduating from Grinnell, I plan to take some time off to go abroad, possibly in the Peace Corps, before attending graduate school likely in Environmental Science/Environmental Public Policy.
Favorite Professional Team: Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears
Favorite Division I team: University of Notre Dame Fightin' Irish -- GO IRISH!!
Favorite Song: That's a really tough one. Since I like so many different types of music, it really depends on the day. If I had to chose one, I would probably go with Pearl Jam's Yellow Ledbetter, especially the live version.
Favorite Food: A well-seasoned New York Strip Steak with mashed potatoes
Favorite Movie: Rudy
Favorite Book: The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky
Favorite Course at Grinnell: A tie between Aquatic Biology with Peter Jacobson and Organic Chemistry II - Lab with James Lindberg.... But seriously you do some really interesting things in these courses.
Other hobbies: I'm a member of the campus environmental group, FTP. I throw discus on the Grinnell Track & Field team. I really enjoy watching movies and listening to music. I always enjoy watching Seinfeld, the greatest show ever...own every season. I also enjoy reading, mostly non-fiction, novels.
Next up, is senior defensive end, Curtis McCoy!
Name: Curtis McCoy
Hometown: Lake Forest, IL
Major: Biology with an Environmental Studies concentration
Why did you choose to attend Grinnell?
I wanted a small college where I could get to know people, but I also wanted a break from the homogeneity of Lake Forest, IL; when I came to visit it just felt right.
What is your favorite Pioneer football moment?
My freshman year (2006) beating Knox College 35-34 with the help of a 30 yard pass from Sean Pfalzer to Todd Doleshal for a two-point conversion and some clutch kicking from our newly recruited, Grinnell soccer player turned Grinnell football player, Scott Koenning.
What are your career ambitions and/or future plans?
After graduating from Grinnell, I plan to take some time off to go abroad, possibly in the Peace Corps, before attending graduate school likely in Environmental Science/Environmental Public Policy.
Favorite Professional Team: Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears
Favorite Division I team: University of Notre Dame Fightin' Irish -- GO IRISH!!
Favorite Song: That's a really tough one. Since I like so many different types of music, it really depends on the day. If I had to chose one, I would probably go with Pearl Jam's Yellow Ledbetter, especially the live version.
Favorite Food: A well-seasoned New York Strip Steak with mashed potatoes
Favorite Movie: Rudy
Favorite Book: The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky
Favorite Course at Grinnell: A tie between Aquatic Biology with Peter Jacobson and Organic Chemistry II - Lab with James Lindberg.... But seriously you do some really interesting things in these courses.
Other hobbies: I'm a member of the campus environmental group, FTP. I throw discus on the Grinnell Track & Field team. I really enjoy watching movies and listening to music. I always enjoy watching Seinfeld, the greatest show ever...own every season. I also enjoy reading, mostly non-fiction, novels.
Monday, October 12, 2009
Marquis Bradley Named MWC Player of the Week!
For the second time this fall, a Pioneer defender has earned the recognition of Midwest Conference Player of the Week. Marquis Bradley's efforts in the 27-12 victory over Knox College were crucial to the team's success. Bradley totaled 16 tackles, 4.5 of which were for a loss. But his two biggest plays were in the first two minutes of play. Bradley forced a fumble and then recovered it for a TD on Knox's first play from scrimmage before causing another fumble on the ensuing kickoff that the Pioneer offense punched in for a quick 14-0 advantage.
See the MWC release here.
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Pioneers Beat Knox!
On a cold blustery fall day, the Grinnell Pioneers defeated Knox on the road by a final of 27-12. Knox proved to be a good challenge, as their triple-option offense did a great job of working the ball down the field, but the Pioneer defense was strong enough to withstand the charge. Our offense did a nice job of keeping the Prairie Fire defense on its heels and putting points on the board when it mattered most.
Next week we are back at home taking on the Foresters of Lake Forest. We look forward to a great game and another opportunity for a W.
Next week we are back at home taking on the Foresters of Lake Forest. We look forward to a great game and another opportunity for a W.
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Grinnell Takes on Knox!
For the second consecutive week, the Pioneers travel to west central Illinois to battle a conference foe. Beyond that, things figure to be much different this week as the Knox College Prairie Fire are winless on the year and run the triple option as opposed to Monmouth's undefeated spread out attack.
We've had a great week of practice and are excited for the opportunity to rebound and prove that we are still a very good football team. Knox is one of our biggest rivals and they will be a great foe by which we will measure our progress.
Go Pioneers!
We've had a great week of practice and are excited for the opportunity to rebound and prove that we are still a very good football team. Knox is one of our biggest rivals and they will be a great foe by which we will measure our progress.
Go Pioneers!
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