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Panthers host Delta Devils for Homecoming 2005
Dustin Daniel
Panther Correspondent
Issue date: 10/26/05 Section: Sports
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The Prairie View A&M Panthers (2-4, 0-3 SWAC) are seeking their second consecutive homecoming victory under the guidance of head coach Henry Frazier III. However, accomplishing that goal in 2005 will be significantly more difficult than last year, as the Panthers will face an explosive Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils (4-3, 3-3 SWAC) team that is seeking their third consecutive victory.
After cruising to victory over Paul Quinn in the season opener, the Panthers suffered defeats to perennial SWAC powerhouses Grambling State, Southern, Alcorn State, and Alabama State, who have a combined record of 17-9. In those four losses, Panthers opponents averaged 36 points per game.
Last year when both teams met, Prairie View jumped out to a two-touchdown lead in the first quarter, but squandered it on the way to a tough and hard fought 42-34 loss. Quarterback Chris Gibson completed 12 passes for 112 yards in a losing effort.
If the Panthers triumph over MVSU, they will equal their win total from last season, as well as inch closer to the .500 mark.
After cruising to victory over Paul Quinn in the season opener, the Panthers suffered defeats to perennial SWAC powerhouses Grambling State, Southern, Alcorn State, and Alabama State, who have a combined record of 17-9. In those four losses, Panthers opponents averaged 36 points per game.
Last year when both teams met, Prairie View jumped out to a two-touchdown lead in the first quarter, but squandered it on the way to a tough and hard fought 42-34 loss. Quarterback Chris Gibson completed 12 passes for 112 yards in a losing effort.
If the Panthers triumph over MVSU, they will equal their win total from last season, as well as inch closer to the .500 mark.
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