2013 Football Headlines

Season
Football Participates In Day Camp Activity With Elm Park Ministries
Football Participates In Day Camp Activity With Elm Park Ministries

Worcester, MA --- On Tuesday, July 31, the Worcester State University football squad partnered with the Elm Park Ministries Day Camp to provide a morning of activities for 50 local children from around the local Worcester Community at Institute Park. Through three morning sessions, ten football student-athletes taught the basics of tackling, running, catching and teamwork.

15 Football Student-Athletes Earn MASCAC Fall All-Academic Team Laurels
15 Football Student-Athletes Earn MASCAC Fall All-Academic Team Laurels

Westfield, MA --- Worcester State football seniors Kyle Morris and Adam Straughn underscored 15 honorees on the MASCAC Fall All-Academic Team as announced by conference publicist Emily Deikelmann.

Scerra Participates In Division III North/South Senior Classic
Scerra Participates In Division III North/South Senior Classic

Salem, VA --- Senior AJ Scerra wrapped up his outstanding collegiate career this past Friday by participating in the 2013 Division III North/South Senior Classic at Salem Football Stadium. Scerra becomes the fourth WSU student-athlete in the last four seasons to participate in a senior all-star showcase.

Six Land On Worcester Area Football All-Star Team
Six Land On Worcester Area Football All-Star Team

Worcester, MA --- The Worcester Area Football Association has announced the 23rd Annual Steve “Merc” Morris All-Star team as selected by the area Sports Information Directors.

Hippert Receives Nod As ECAC All-Star, To D3football.com All-East Region Team
Hippert Receives Nod As ECAC All-Star, To D3football.com All-East Region Team

Minneapolis, MN --- Junior Casey Hippert has been named to the D3football.com All-East Region Second-team after a ballot by regional sports information directors and website staff. Hippert becomes the fifth WSU football student-athlete in the last six years to be recognized by the national website.

Narcisse, Hippert, Scerra Honored With All-MASCAC Football Accolades
Narcisse, Hippert, Scerra Honored With All-MASCAC Football Accolades

Westfield, MA --- Junior teammates Bryan Narcisse and Casey Hippert along with senior AJ Scerra were all named to the All-MASCAC football team in a vote by the leagues nine head coaches as announced by league publicist Emily Diekelmann.

Football Blanked By Framingham State On Senior Day
Football Blanked By Framingham State On Senior Day

Worcester, MA --- Framingham State rolled to a 36-0 victory over Worcester State in MASCAC football action this afternoon at Coughlin Field. Senior Adam Straughn paced the team defensively with 13 unassisted tackles - including five tackles for a loss.

Westfield State Symies Football In 38-20 Defeat
Westfield State Symies Football In 38-20 Defeat

Worcester, MA --- Westfield State used a solid defensive approach and a balanced offensive attack to defeat Worcester State, 38-20. Senior AJ Scerra led the Lancers with six catches for 68 yards and two scores to become WSU's all-time receiving touchdown leader.

Viencek Ties Passing Record In 34-31 Setback Against Plymouth State
Viencek Ties Passing Record In 34-31 Setback Against Plymouth State

Plymouth, NH --- Plymouth State defeated Worcester State 34-31 on Saturday afternoon in MASCAC football action. Junior Jack Sprague led the effort offensively with nine catches for 113 yards and two scores while classmate Pat Viencek tied a school record with five touchdown passes.

Hippert Receives Nod On D3football.com Team of the Week
Hippert Receives Nod On D3football.com Team of the Week

Minneapolis, MN --- For the second time this season, junior Casey Hippert has been honored on the D3football.com Team of the Week as a tight end. Hippert hauled in a career-best nine receptions for 163 yards and an 81 yard touchdown in their setback against Western Connecticut.

Western Connecticut Deals Football A 55-35 Setback On Homecoming
Western Connecticut Deals Football A 55-35 Setback On Homecoming

Worcester, MA --- Worcester State was bested 55-35 by Western Connecticut in MASCAC football action this evening. Junior Dana Valentine had a trio of rushes for scores and classmate Casey Hippert chipped in with game highs of nine receptions for 163 yards.

UMass Dartmouth Nips Football, 34-33
UMass Dartmouth Nips Football, 34-33

North Dartmouth, MA --- UMass Dartmouth edged Worcester State, 34-33, in MASCAC football action this afternoon at Cressy Field. The Lancers were paced by two 100-yard receiving games by senior AJ Scerra and junior Casey Hippert.

Football Falls 37-7 To Fitchburg State In Road Setback
Football Falls 37-7 To Fitchburg State In Road Setback

Fitchburg, MA --- Worcester State was defeated by Fitchburg State, 37-7, in MASCAC football action this afternoon by a solid effort by the Falcons offensively. Junior Casey Hippert was the standout for the Lancers with five receptions for 73 yards and the lone touchdown.

The Statement: "More Than A Game: Sports Memorabilia Is Alumnus’ Specialty"
The Statement: "More Than A Game: Sports Memorabilia Is Alumnus’ Specialty"

Kevin Gniadek ’02 routinely deals with some of the biggest names in sports, including Tom Brady, Larry Bird, and Tiger Woods. But his specialized line of work is anything but routine.

Boston Globe: "Bridgewater's Kevin Bumpus A Poised Pocket Passer At WSU"
Boston Globe: "Bridgewater's Kevin Bumpus A Poised Pocket Passer At WSU"

Worcster, MA --- Earlier this season, forced to the sideline with a high ankle sprain, Kevin Bumpus watched as his backup, Pat Viencek, threw the go-ahead touchdown pass with 37 seconds remaining to lift the Worcester State football team to a thrilling 15-14 victory over city rival WPI.

Worcester Telegram & Gazette: "Friday Football Notes - Basketball On Grass"
Worcester Telegram & Gazette: "Friday Football Notes - Basketball On Grass"

Worcester, MA --- Worcester State senior receiver AJ Scerra of Marlboro cramped up in the fourth quarter of the Lancers' epic clash with Mass. Maritime last Saturday and was sitting on the bench when teammate Kevin Bumpus threw the winning touchdown pass to Arron Witkus.