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Team History
They won the Ohio Valley Conference 11 times before coming up to the FBS, where they have since won the Sun Belt twice. Rick Stockstill has been their coach for most of the time at this level (18 years), and has a record 2 games over .500. Derek Mason just finished his first year which was rough on both sides of the ball, ranking below 120 in both offense and defense.
Quick Facts
Peak of Program
2009 was their only 10 win season and it included wins over Memphis and Maryland, led by a top 25 scoring offense.
Rock Bottom
It might be right now, you had a coach that was keeping you consistently competitive. You bring in a former NFL player to replace him, and have your worst season in over a decade.
Best Ever Player
Kevin Byard (S, 2011-2015): 2nd team all conference in the Sun Belt, then two time first team all conference in CUSA.
Best Ever Coach
Boots Donnelly (1979-1998): College football hall of famer brought the team 133 wins and 4 conference championships. 4 time conference coach of the year.
Stadium
Johnny Floyd Stadium
First Season
1911
Enrollment
20,000