Meet Our Players - CB Nolan Carroll

Continuing with our 20 Questions as we introduce you to our 2009 team! Nolan Carroll is up next!

Name – Nolan Carroll

Jersey Number - 14

Position - CB

Football Year - Senior

Major – Family Science

Hometown – Green Cove Springs, FL

High School/Head Coach – Clay HS/Jim Reape

Birthday – 1/18

Why did you choose to play for the Terps?

My mom liked the area; we have family here; school was a good fit for me.

What is your most memorable moment on the field/practice?

’07 BC Game at home where I made a crucial 2 minute stop

What is your favorite food?

Vegetables - Broccoli

What is you favorite leisure time activity?

Listening to Music

Where in the world would you like to visit?

Brazil

What are you listening to on your iPod?

Florida Music – Rap - Iceberg

Who is your favorite fictional character or TV, movie , book?

Batman

Do you have a favorite professional sports team? If so, which one?

Jacksonville Jaguars

Who is the person you would most like to meet (living or dead)?

Sean Taylor

What community service do you perform?

Gymkana Camp and BBBS

If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be? If you are perfect, say so!

Nothing

What are 3 things that you would like people to know about you?

I am humble. I was a soccer player who started playing FB as a HS sophomore. my mom is a Florida State Representative.

Getting Those Player Interviews and a little more....

Baltimore Sun reporter, Jeff Barker approached me about a story after he remembered seeing me and my daughter, Kelley, after the BC game last year. Very tough loss as you all remember. It appeared today and I think he did a good job of telling the story. Hope you can enjoy it, too.

So Jeff caught up with me on Media Day this year when I was also interviewing several Terps for my blog feature. The MGN folks thought you'd enjoy this feature as you get to know a little more about our players than you might find in the online media guide. (Notice that I also have asked the boys to smile when I take their photo for their interview!!!)

Ralph Friedgen Radio Show Update

Be ready for changes in location for the Ralph Friedgen Radio Show with Ralph and Johnny Holliday! We will be going between the PG Plaza and Aspen Hill Outback this season. It would be advisable for you to call ahead with reservations if you plan to attend any of these shows. Enjoy Ralph and Johnny's banter as they recap the previous game and talk about upcoming opponents. Enjoy the comraderie of fellow Terp fans as we follow the team throughout the season. Questions are taken from the audience as well as by phone. See you next Wednesday!!!

Radio Show Dates

Wed Sept 2……..8:00pm Hyattsville (301) 853-5959

Wed Sept 9…......8:00pm Aspen Hill (301) 933-4385

Wed Sept 16……8:00pm Aspen Hill

Wed Sept 23……8:00pm Hyattsville

Wed Sept 30……8:00pm Aspen Hill

Wed Oct 7……...8:00pm Aspen Hill

Wed Oct 14…….8:00pm Hyattsville

Wed Oct 21…….8:00pm Aspen Hill

BYE WEEK BYE WEEK BYE WEEK

Wed Nov 4……..8:00pm Aspen Hill

Wed Nov 11……8:oopm Hyattsville

Wed Nov 18……8:00pm Aspen Hill

Wed Nov 25……8:00pm Aspen Hill

Link to info on Radio Show

Saturday Scrimmage at Byrd

Here are some photos from Saturday's Scrimmage.

Meet Our Players - DE Jared Harrell

Continuing with our 20 Questions as we introduce you to our 2009 team! Jared Harrell is up next!

Name - Jared Harrell

Jersey Number - 57

Position - DE

Football Year - Senior

Major - Graduated Spring '09 African American Studies

Hometown - Milton, Mass

High School/Head Coach - Tabor Academy/Bill Hrasky

Birthday - 4/8

Why did you choose to play for the Terps?

Terps had the highest combination of social, academic, and football factors.

What is your most memorable moment on the field/practice?

Sack against UNC in 2008

What is your favorite food?

Strawberries

What is you favorite leisure time activity?

Watching Cartoons - Rocko's Modern Life

Where in the world would you like to visit?

Fiji

What are you listening to on your iPod?

T I

Who is your favorite fictional character or TV, movie , book?

Stewie Griffin from Family Guy

Do you have a favorite professional sports team? If so, which one?

Boston Bruins

Who is the person you would most like to meet (living or dead)?

Ted Turner

What community service do you perform?

I worked in the MOST program this summer (see previous blog entry), Big Brothers Big Sisters, Green for All Fellow

If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be? If you are perfect, say so!

I would read more

What are 3 things that you would like people to know about you?

I am confident, focused and love hockey.

See another story on Jared in Inside MD Sports

Terps Take in a Movie

Coach Friedgen decided to give the team a break by canceling practice and taking them to the Movies! The team saw "District 9" - very interesting, yet crazy sci-fi flick. Lots of metaphors about good and evil - does show vitures of perserverance and loyalty. Not for youngsters - rated R. But it sure was a great opportunity to relax in the air conditioned atmosphere of the movie theater!

Meet Our Players - OL Phil Costa

Continuing with our 20 Questions as we introduce you to our 2009 team! Phil Costa is up next!

Name - Phil Costa

Jersey Number - 72
Position - OL - Center
Football Year - Senior
Major - Received BA in Criminology; working on MA in Real Estate Management
Hometown - Moorestown, NJ
High School/Head Coach - Holy Cross HS / Gerald McConnell

Birthday - 7/11

Why did you choose to play for the Terps?

Great family atmosphere with coaches and players
What is your most memorable moment on the field/practice?

Winning the 2008 Clemson game at Death Valley
What is your favorite food?

Spaghetti with my mom's sauce

What is you favorite leisure time activity?

Fishing and Hunting
Where in the world would you like to visit?

Midwest for hunting
What are you listening to on your iPod?

Country Music - Trace Adkins

Who is your favorite fictional character or TV, movie , book?

Harry Potter

Do you have a favorite professional sports team? If so, which one?

Philadelphia Eagles

Who is the person you would most like to meet (living or dead)?

Brett Favre
What community service do you perform?

Summer football youth camps
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be? If you are perfect, say so!

I would be taller
What are 3 things that you would like people to know about you?

I play piano and I enjoy PS3 - game Call of Duty

More Photos From Caddies!

My good friend, Dale Helmer, was at Caddies in Bethesda with his great camera and took loads of photos - my battery actually became "exhausted" and I couldn't take as many as I would have liked! So Dale has come to the rescue. You might even be able to find yourself in one of these pictures since he took a bunch! Once again if you were there thanks for coming - if you renewed, joined, or upgraded we are very grateful!!! We appreciate all the support of our loyal fans!

Community Service: Tackling Middle Schoolers

The campus newspaper, The Diamondback, did an article about a program called MOST, Men of STrength Project. Dahlia Levin along with Kedrick Griffin and Neil Irvin, co-workers from Men Can Stop Rape, led the program.

With only two sacks and 17 tackles in his career, Terrapin defensive lineman Jared Harrell knows he's not a big-name player so far.

But last Friday, the outgoing senior was the star of the show as he and 14 of his teammates hosted a group of 10 middle school-aged boys from a Boys & Girls Club in downtown Washington, marking the end of a three-week mentorship program called the Men of Strength Project.

See the link

Meet Our Players - QB Jamarr Robinson

We thought that you might like to know a little more about our players on a personal level. Remember the game, 20 Questions? Well this is the MGN version! Our first interviewee (that I corralled for this) is QB Jamarr Robinson.

Name - Jamarr Robinson

Jersey Number - 11
Position - QB
Football Year - R-Sophomore
Major - Family Science in the School of Public Health
Hometown - Charlotte, NC
High School/Head Coach - Myers Park HS / Jim Ruark

Birthday - 10/21

Why did you choose to play for the Terps?

They gave me an opportunity to play QB.
What is your most memorable moment on the field/practice?

All scrimmages - being out on my own and making plays
What is your favorite food?

Macaroni and Cheese

What is you favorite leisure time activity?

Socializing
Where in the world would you like to visit?

Europe
What are you listening to on your iPod?

Rap - Young Jeezy

Who is your favorite fictional character or TV, movie , book?

Gladiator

Do you have a favorite professional sports team? If so, which one?

Carolina Panthers

Who is the person you would most like to meet (living or dead)?

Martin Luther King, Jr.
What community service do you perform?

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Washington
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be? If you are perfect, say so!

I would be taller
What are 3 things that you would like people to know about you?

I like getting tattoos, watching action movies, and exercising - staying in shape.

Media Day 2009

Monday upperclassmen and freshman joined together on the field for the 9th Annual Media Day under Coach Friedgen. Players had individual photos taken along with group photos by position and home state. A favorite photo is the one with the players who have a 3.0 GPA or better - quite a crowd - very proud!!! Gloria interviewed several of the players for an ongoing feature to help all meet our young men and learn a little more about them. Enjoy the photos she took. Also be watching for our first interviewee, 2nd team QB, Jamarr Robinson.

2009 Terp Freshmen Report!

Saturday was an exciting day for our new freshmen and their families and friends who were welcomed onto the team at a dinner held in the Young Dining Room at the Gossett Team House. Great bunch of guys! Each young man was asked to smile for their photo - since often their photos are so serious - this way we can all begin to learn the names of our new young men. Everyone was able to socialize and get to know other families. After a welcome by AD Debbie Yow and Coach Friedgen, the players came to the front of the room and one by one stated their name, hometown, position, and introduced the family and friends that were present. At that point Coach Friedgen said to the moms and families - it's time for you to kiss your boys goodbye - they are mine now!!!

MGN Event at Caddies

Thursday night, August 6th, the MGN and Terp fans packed Caddies in Bethesda for a chance to mix and mingle with our football staff and talk up the TERPS Football Program. The venue was absolutely jumping with excitement for the season. The line was literally out the door and only when folks left could others come in. Coach Friedgen addressed the group along with Coaches Franklin, Brown and Bankins. We picked up 15 new members including 3 MGN Gold upgrades!! We also want to thank MGN Gold member, Joe Rockhill, for his outright donation to the MGN! We are so appreciative of the folks who understand the needs of our football program and who are willing to help us with time, talent, and treasure!! Enjoy the photos from the event!

The Only Losing Ralph Will Tolerate...

is the 105 pounds he has lost on Medifast since October 10th!! We are thrilled with his accomplishment and know that he is working on even more weight loss. This program has been something he can live with especially within the confines of the stress and time commitments of the season. You will begin to seen him around town as Medifast talks up his accomplishments!! Way to go Ralph!!!

Gossett Staff Enjoys Crab Feast at the Steuarts

Saturday afternoon weather couldn't have cooperated more and the breeze off the Patuxent River made the Football Staff Party a great day! Families enjoyed the hospitality of Cal and Cynthia Steuart, MGN Gold members, who opened their beautiful home to us in Huntingtown, MD, for a day of family fun. Their lovely home is situated along the river with gorgeous views and along with the pool, a big hit for the kids, or those who feel like kids, the stress of the upcoming season was put away for the moment in a wonderfully relaxing atmosphere. The Steuarts supplied steamed crabs, fried chicken, hamburgers, hot dogs, and drinks, while folks brought food to share. It was a great day for the families and a wonderfully generous gesture by Cal and Cynthia! Thanks so much!!!