Cavaliers face tough test against Georgetown

September 29, 2006
By Cody Dalton
TriCitiesSports.com

The University of Virginia’s College at Wise football team will face one of its toughest tests of the season on Saturday, when travel on the road to face Georgetown (KY.) in a battle of “David versus Goliath”.

The Cavaliers recently jumped in the NAIA poll, with an overall ranking of No. 18. This is the highest ranked team that Bruce Wasem has coached since he has been at UVA-Wise, beating out the No. 19 ranking of last year’s team, which started 3-0. The Cavaliers opponent, Georgetown, is ranked No. 4 overall in the poll.

“This is an exciting game for us,” said UVA-Wise coach Bruce Wasem. “It is the type of game that you live to play and coach. Our shot at a conference championship and national recognition is on the line.”

“We are looking forward to the game this week against Georgetown,” said running back Ra’Shad Morgan. “It gives us a chance to prove ourselves.”

Last year, the Cavaliers were defeated by Georgetown, 51-6. The Cavaliers have also lost all of the six meetings they have had with the Tigers. They hope that this year they can avenge that loss and make a huge mark not only in the Mid-South Conference.

“We have bigger goals and aspirations for this team this year, said Morgan. “While it’s good to be ranked and worked hard to get there, it means nothing if we don’t continue to do what got us here.

Not only did the Cavaliers team receive the high honor of being ranked in the NAIA poll, but junior running back Ra’Shad Morgan received NAIA player of the week. Morgan rushed for a school record 289 yards and four touchdowns in the Cavaliers 59-42 win over Cumberland University last week.

“It felt good to be recognized as the NAIA player of the week, but it was a true team effort,” said Morgan. “It also feels good to hold the record. I have only my teammates to thank for that accomplishment.”

What the future holds for the Cavaliers is uncertain at this point. Certainly, a big win over a team like Georgetown would propel the Cavs even higher in the poll.

“Everyone on the team is prepared and focused for the game,” said coach Wasem. “This is a great type of situation to be in.”

For those that wish to catch the game, it will be at 1 pm at Toyota Stadium in Georgetown, Ky. The game will also on 93.5 fm in Norton, Virginia.