1997 Augsburg Football Game Notes

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Week 9 vs. Macalester November 1

With a 24-7 victory over Macalester, Augsburg clinched at least a share of its first MIAC football championship since 1928. Augsburg is now 8-1, the most single season wins in history, and alone at the top of the MIAC. With a win over Bethel this weekend, Augsburg will win the title outright for the first time ever. The 1928 title was shared with St. Mary's.

The sloppy conditions at Macalester, and a very tough Scot defense, shut down the Augsburg offense most of the afternoon. Quarterback Derrin Lamker completed 17 of 36 passes for 236 yards. Receiver Scott Hvistendahl had 10 catches for 163 yards and one touchdown. Thane Drier was Augsburg's leading ground gainer with 73 yards on 13 carries.

Linebackers Bob Schultz and Andy Howard both had good games for the Auggie defense, which also struggled at times, giving up 181 yards on the day. Schultz had 18 tackles on the day, while Howard had 14. Cornerback Joe Stanton picked off a pass for the Auggies.

Practice Players of the Week
Defense- Dane Lund (DL) Offense- Andy Hansen (OL)