Tulane
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Tulane Green Wave represents the Tulane University in NCAA division I-A college football under the West Division of Conference USA. Despite not winning a national title, The Green Wave has had several noteworthy years in the field marked by a number of undefeated seasons. Established in 1893, Tulane's football program was originally an independent team until four years later when the team joined the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association. In 1900, the Green Wave finished the season undefeated with a 5-0 win-loss card. In 1912, the Green Wave also set a record of 15 rushing touchdowns and 95 points which still stands up to this point. By 1922, Tulane was affiliated with the Southern Conference and made quite an impression most especially during the 1925 season, 25 years after going unblemished in a tournament for the first time. The team did another undefeated season (but had one tie-with Missouri), went on to win the conference title, and was invited to a postseason Bowl game for the first time only to decline participation in order to keep their students in class. Tulane had a cluster of success from 1929 to '31, compiling almost a perfect three-season record (only a loss to Northwestern in the 1930 season was recorded) but was recognized for their efforts as the team was awarded the Southern Conference championship on those three years. In 1933, Tulane became a charter member of the Southeastern Conference and recorded their 5th undefeated season 6 seasons later in 1939 enroute to a SEC conference title.
As a member of Conference USA, Tulane regained prominence in 1998 as the team recorded their 6th unbeaten season with a 12-0 record. Despite becoming the Conference USA champs, the Green Wave however was not invited to a BCS bowl game which drew questions from supporters. All in all, Tulane's accomplishments include 9 conference titles, 10 postseason Bowl game appearances (winning 4), and a number of undefeated seasons.
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Ranking
| Year | Record | AP Rank | Coach Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | 7-2-1 | 19 | |
| 1939 | 8-1-1 | 5 | |
| 1948 | 9-1-0 | 13 | |
| 1950 | 6-2-1 | 20 | |
| 1970 | 8-4-0 | 17 | |
| 1973 | 9-3-0 | 20 | 15 |
| 1998 | 12-0-0 | 7 | 7 |
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Scouting Report
| Category | C-USA Rank | Nat'l Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Scoring Offense | 11 | 80 |
| Scoring Defense | 5 | 90 |
| Total Offense | 9 | 59 |
| Total Defense | 4 | 87 |
| Turnover Margin | 7 | 81 |
| Pass Efficiency Defense | 11 | 112 |
| Kickoff Returns | 11 | 114 |
| Net Punting | 8 | 91 |
| Passing Offense | 10 | 89 |
| Passing Defense | 8 | 113 |
| Passing Efficiency | 11 | 105 |
| Punt Returns | 12 | 115 |
| Rushing Offense | 4 | 20 |
| Rushing Defense | 1 | 37 |
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Championships
Conference Championships
- 1920 - Southern Intercollegiate Ath. Assoc. Co-Champions
- 1925 - Southern Conference Co-Champions
- 1929 - Southern Conference Champions
- 1930 - Southern Conference Co-Champions
- 1931 - Southern Conference Champions
- 1934 - Southeastern Conference Co-Champions
- 1939 - Southeastern Conference Co-Champions
- 1949 - Southeastern Conference Champions
- 1998 - Conference USA Champions
Other National Championship Selections
- 1929 Bill Libby, Ray Bryne
- 1931 Ray Bryne
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Tulane University Bowl History
| Year | Bowl Game | Opponent | Result | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 25, 2002 | Hawaii Bowl | Hawaii | W | 36-28 |
| Dec 31, 1998 | Liberty Bowl | Brigham Young | W | 41-27 |
| Dec 19, 1987 | Independence Bowl | Washington | L | 12-24 |
| Dec 27, 1980 | Hall of Fame Classic | Arkansas | L | 15-34 |
| Dec 22, 1979 | Liberty Bowl | Penn State | L | 6-9 |
| Dec 29, 1973 | Bluebonnet Bowl | Houston | L | 7-47 |
| Dec 12, 1970 | Liberty Bowl | Colorado | W | 17-3 |
| Jan 01, 1940 | Sugar Bowl | Texas A&M | L | 13-14 |
| Jan 01, 1935 | Sugar Bowl | Temple | W | 20-14 |
| Jan 01, 1932 | Rose Bowl | Southern Cal | L | 12-21 |
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Highlights
| Feature on Tulane's perfect season in 1998, including speculation on whether then coach Tommy Bowden was to stay or go. |
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Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Location | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09.06.08 | Alabama | Tuscaloosa, Ala. | |
| 09.13.08 | East Carolina | New Orleans, La. | |
| 09.20.08 | Louisiana-Monroe | New Orleans, La. | |
| 09.25.08 | Southern Methodist | New Orleans, La. | |
| 10.04.08 | Army | New Orleans, La. | |
| 10.11.08 | Texas-El Paso | El Paso, Tx. | |
| 10.25.08 | Rice | New Orleans, La. | |
| 11.01.08 | LSU | Baton Rouge, La. | |
| 11.08.08 | Houston | Houston, Tx. | |
| 11.15.08 | UAB | New Orleans, La. | |
| 11.22.08 | Tulsa | Tulsa, Ok. | |
| 11.29.08 | Memphis | Memphis, Tenn. |
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Roster
| No. | Name | Pos. | Ht. | Wt. | Class | Hometown | High School |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Matt Harding | Cornerback | 5-10 | 171 | RS JR | South Garland, Texas | South Garland |
| 2 | Kevin Moore | Quarterback | 6-5 | 229 | RS SO | Highland Village, Texas | Flower Mound Marcus |
| 3 | Chris Dunn | Wide Receiver | 6-2 | 215 | RS JR | Arlington, Texas | Sam Houston |
| 4 | Scott Elliott | Quarterback | 6-2 | 210 | RS SR | Bay City, Texas | Bay City |
| 6 | Travis Burks | Linebacker | 6-0 | 215 | JR | Ellenwood, Ga. | Union Grove |
| 7 | Joe Kemp | Quarterback | 6-4 | 210 | FR | North Richland Hills, Texas | Richland |
| 8 | Alex Wacha | Cornerback | 6-0 | 182 | RS SO | Sugar Land, Texas | Clements |
| 9 | Anthony Scelfo | Quarterback | 5-10 | 189 | JR | New Orleans, La. | Jesuit |
| 10 | James Dillard | Linebacker | 6-2 | 227 | SR | Pembroke Pines, Fla. | Monsignor Pace |
| 11 | Ryan Griffin | Quarterback | 6-4 | 211 | FR | Westlake Village, Calif. | Chaminade College Prep |
| 12 | Josh Lumar | Cornerback | 5-10 | 179 | RS SR | Edgard, La. | West St. John |
| 13 | Phillip Davis | Cornerback | 5-10 | 160 | SO | Snellville, Ga. | Peachtree Ridge |
| 15 | Michael Batiste | Wide Receiver | 6-3 | 188 | RS SR | Breaux Bridge, La. | Breaux Bridge |
| 16 | Andrew Villar | Kicker | 6-0 | 180 | FR | Gonzales, La. | East Ascension |
| 17 | Alex Lauricella | Defensive Back | 5-10 | 170 | FR | River Ridge, La. | John Curtis Christian |
| 18 | David Allen | Linebacker | 6-2 | 200 | FR | South Pasadena, Calif. | South Pasadena |
| 19 | Casey Robottom | Wide Receiver | 5-11 | 178 | RS SO | LaPlace, La. | St. Charles Catholic |
| 20 | Jeremy Williams | Wide Receiver | 6-1 | 201 | RS JR | Baytown, Texas | Sterling |
| 21 | Charles Harris | Cornerback | 6-3 | 178 | RS JR | Irving, Texas | MacArthur |
| 22 | J.T. McDonald | Running Back | 5-9 | 216 | FR | Flower Mound, Texas | Flower Mound |
| 23 | Dominique Dade | Cornerback | 5-9 | 183 | FR | Monroe, La. | Neville |
| 24 | Chinonso Echebelem | Safety | 6-1 | 201 | JR | Dallas, Texas | Duncanville |
| 28 | Ian Harson | Defensive Back | 5-11 | 175 | FR | Iowa, La. | Iowa |
| 29 | Nathan Austin | Running Back | 6-1 | 206 | FR | Lake Charles, La. | Barbe |
| 30 | Stephen Capone | Tight End | 6-0 | 225 | FR | Indian Trail, NC | Sun Valley |
| 31 | Devin Holland | Safety | 6-0 | 196 | SO | Baton Rouge, La. | Istrouma |
| 32 | Andre Anderson | Running Back | 6-0 | 216 | JR | Stone Mountain, Ga. | Stephenson |
| 33 | David Skehan | Safety | 6-0 | 222 | SR | Irvington, N.Y. | Fordham Prep |
| 34 | Evan Lee | Linebacker | 6-1 | 230 | SR | Miami, Fla. | Palmetto |
| 35 | Jordan Stephany | Fullback | 6-0 | 248 | SO | Luling, La. | Hahnville |
| 36 | Cody Blackwelder | Fullback | 6-1 | 224 | SO | Ruston, La. | Cedar Creek |
| 37 | Logan CoBell | Linebacker | 5-10 | 222 | FR | Chesepeake, Va. | Great Bridge |
| 38 | Corey Sonnier | Safety | 5-10 | 190 | RS JR | Friendswood, Texas | Clear Brook |
| 39 | Kasey Stelly | Fullback | 6-1 | 231 | FR | Lafayette, La. | St. Thomas More |
| 40 | Darren deRochemont | Punter/Kicker | 5-9 | 193 | SO | Riverview, Fla. | Armwood |
| 41 | Cody Sparks | Linebacker | 6-4 | 232 | RS SO | Bridge City, Texas | Bridge City |
| 42 | Kristofar Rhymes | Defensive Back | 6-0 | 200 | FR | Houston, Texas | Thurgood Marshall |
| 43 | Sule Osagiede | Linebacker | 6-0 | 190 | FR | Houston, Texas | Lamar Consilidated |
| 44 | Jordan Ellis | Linebacker | 6-1 | 216 | SR | Pass Christian, Miss. | St. Stanislaus |
| 46 | Adam Podet | Linebacker | 5-10 | 212 | FR | Houston, Texas | Westside |
| 47 | Ross Thevenot | Kicker/Punter | 6-0 | 182 | JR | Lake Charles, La. | St. Louis Catholic |
| 48 | Josh Smith | Defensive Line | 6-2 | 240 | FR | Thomaston, Ga. | Upson-Lee |
| 49 | Jeremy McKinney | Fullback | 6-0 | 207 | JR | Houston, Texas | Clear Lake |
| 50 | Kadeem Taylor | Defensive Line | 6-4 | 235 | FR | Monroe, La. | Carroll |
| 51 | Darryl Farley | Linebacker | 5-11 | 228 | FR | Atlanta, Ga. | Grady |
| 52 | Troy Wilson | Linebacker | 6-2 | 237 | JR | Gloucester, Va. | Gloucester |
| 53 | James McMurchy | Linebacker | 6-1 | 226 | RS JR | Houston, Texas | Clear Lake |
| 55 | David Kirksey | Linebacker | 6-1 | 220 | RS JR | Mobile, Ala. | Davidson |
| 57 | Ian Assael | Offensive Line | 6-1 | 290 | RS SO | New York, N.Y. | G.W. Hewlett |
| 58 | Pete Hendrickson | Offensive Line | 6-7 | 280 | RS SO | Tampa, Fla. | Jesuit |
| 59 | Dhamari Thomas | Offensive Line | 6-2 | 307 | FR | Galena Park, Texas | Galena Park |
| 60 | Chris Asumnu | Defensive Line | 6-1 | 271 | FR | Houston, Texas | Alief Elsik |
| 62 | Oscar Ponce de Leon | Offensive Line | 6-2 | 314 | RS SO | River Ridge, La. | John Curtis Christian |
| 63 | Kevin Leary | Offensive Line | 6-2 | 292 | RS SO | Westchester, Pa. | Westchester East |
| 64 | Andrew Higgins | Offensive Line | 6-3 | 270 | FR | Duluth, Ga. | Duluth |
| 65 | Michael Parenton | Offensive Line | 6-2 | 292 | RS SR | Thibodaux, La. | E.D. White |
| 66 | Joey Ray | Offensive Line | 6-2 | 304 | FR | Spring, Texas | St. Thomas |
| 67 | Rich Bell | Defensive Line | 6-1 | 270 | FR | Menden, Mass. | Salisbury |
| 68 | Andrew Nierman | Offensive Line | 6-1 | 294 | SO | Harvey, La. | John Curtis Christian |
| 69 | Craig Gelhardt | Deep Snapper | 6-3 | 239 | RS SR | Tallahassee, Fla. | Lincoln |
| 70 | Travis Olexa | Offensive Lineman | 6-4 | 304 | RS JR | Houston, Texas | St. Thomas |
| 71 | Harris Howard | Offensive Line | 6-4 | 288 | FR | Alpharetta, Ga. | Blessed Trinity Catholic |
| 73 | Duke Krause | Offensive Line | 6-5 | 310 | FR | Harahan, La. | Holy Cross |
| 74 | Rafael Vazquez | Offensive Line | 6-5 | 321 | FR | Orlando, Fla. | Edgewater |
| 75 | Tyler Rice | Offensive Lineman | 6-4 | 302 | RS JR | Bradenton, Fla. | Lakewood Ranch |
| 76 | John Landa | Offensive Line | 6-3 | 318 | RS JR | Houston, Texas | Cypress Falls |
| 77 | Troy Kropog | Offensive Line | 6-6 | 296 | RS SR | Metarie, La. | Rummel |
| 78 | Nick Landry | Offensive Line | 6-7 | 288 | JR | Beaumont, Texas | Westbrook |
| 79 | Eric Jones | Offensive Line | 6-6 | 290 | FR | Hoover, Ala. | Spain Park |
| 80 | Justin Kessler | Tight End | 6-4 | 251 | SR | Alvarado, Texas | Alvarado |
| 81 | Taylor Echols | Wide Receiver | 6-2 | 180 | FR | League City, Texas | Clear Creek |
| 82 | Troy Wainwright | Tight End | 6-3 | 230 | FR | Lake Charles, La. | Barbe |
| 83 | Brian King | Wide Receiver | 6-1 | 188 | SR | Slidell, La. | Slidell |
| 85 | Charles Gaspard | Wide Receiver | 6-1 | 173 | FR | New Orleans, La. | Westlake (Ga.) |
| 86 | Chandler Davis | Wide Receiver | 6-2 | 177 | FR | Gulf Shores, Ala. | Gulf Shores |
| 87 | Alan Mitchell | Wide Receiver | 6-3 | 165 | RS SO | Atlanta, Ga. | Cedar Grove |
| 88 | Tyler Helm | Tight End | 6-5 | 242 | SO | Covington, La. | St. Paul's |
| 89 | Antoine Duplessis | Tight End | 6-3 | 247 | FR | Violet, La. | Holy Cross |
| 90 | Adam Kwentua | Defensive End | 6-3 | 257 | JR | Baton Rouge, La. | University |
| 91 | Brooks Cunningham | Defensive End | 6-2 | 236 | FR | Duluth, Ga. | Norcross |
| 92 | Reggie Scott | Defensive End | 6-4 | 270 | RS SR | Charlotte, N.C. | Harding University |
| 93 | Logan Kelley | Defensive End | 6-2 | 237 | JR | Houston, Texas | Cypress Creek |
| 94 | Emmanuel Aluko | Defensive Line | 6-3 | 280 | FR | Houston, Texas | Alief Elsik |
| 95 | Justin Adams | Defensive Line | 5-11 | 259 | SO | Missouri City, Texas | Thurgood Marshall |
| 96 | Tony Bryant | Defensive Tackle | 6-3 | 261 | RS SO | Atlanta, Ga. | Grady |
| 97 | Julian Shives-Sams | Defensive Line | 6-3 | 291 | RS SR | Slidell, La. | Northshore |
| 98 | Cedric Wilson | Defensive Tackle | 6-2 | 265 | FR | Sugar Land, Texas | Clements |
| 99 | Casey Blum | Defensive Line | 6-3 | 245 | FR | Moorpark, Calif. | Moorpark |
| D.J. Ponder | Quarterback | 6-2 | 185 | FR | Baton Rouge, La. | Catholic |
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Coaches/Team Officials
- Bob Toledo - Head Coach
- Greg Davis Jr. - Running Backs Coach
- Dan Dodd - Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks Coach
- O'Neill Gilbert - Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers
- Mark Hutson - Offensive Line Coach
- Greg Jackson - Safeties
- Doug Lichtenberger - Tight Ends/Recruiting Coordinator
- Jason Rollins - Defensive Backs
- Thomas Woods - Wide Receivers
- Grant Higgison - Defensive Line
- Tony Kinkela - Director of Football Operations
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Notable Alumni in NFL
Tulane Green Wave in NFL
- Anthony Cannon - Detroit Lions, LB
- Matt Forte - Chicago Bears, RB
- J.P. Losman - Buffalo Bills, QB
- Mewelde Moore - Pittsburgh Steelers, RB
- Patrick Ramsey - Denver Broncos, QB
- Israel Route - Detroit Lions, DB
- Roydell Williams - Tennessee Titans, WR
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References
- Conference USA Football Championship Wikipedia
- ESPN NCAA Football Rankings
- NCAA.org's 2006 Conference USA Team Report
- Tulane Green Wave History Database
- Tulane Green Wave Wikipedia
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External Links
| Conference USA Football Teams | |
|---|---|
| West Division | Houston • Rice • Southern Methodist • Texas-El Paso • Tulane • Tulsa |
| East Division | Central Florida • East Carolina • Marshall • Memphis • Southern Miss • UAB |
