2005 All-KCAC Football Honors

Ratzlaff, McBroom named Hansen's NAIA All-Americans

Jared Ratzlaff, senior linebacker, and Troy McBroom, senior wide receiver, were named this week to Don Hansen's National Weekly Football Gazette NAIA All-American Team.

Ratzlaff was named to Hansen's NAIA second team team defense while McBroom was named to the NAIA honorable mention offensive squad.

Both Ratzlaff and McBroom were previously named to the 2005 All-KCAC first team defense and offense, respectively, and to Hansen's All-Central Region teams.

“We are very proud of both Jared and Tim,” said McPherson head coach David Cunningham.  “They had outstanding careers at McPherson College and were leaders on both our defense and offense, as well as our football team as a whole.  They are both quality student-athletes and young men we knew we could count on in good times and bad.”

“Both, Jared and Troy, will graduate from McPherson and go on to be successful in life. They are great examples of young men who played junior college ball, then decided to finish their careers in the KCAC and earn a quality degree from a great school like McPherson College .”

Ratzlaff was named the KCAC and NAIA National “Defensive Player of the Week” following his October 8 th performance when he posted 10 tackles and a 56-yard fumble recovery return for a touchdown as the Bulldogs turned back Friends University, 28-21.

A 2001 graduate of Fredonia High School and 2003 transfer from Coffeyville Community College, Ratzlaff was a repeat, first team All-KCAC award winner from last season. Ratzlaff led McPherson in 2005 with 105 total tackles, 34 unassisted. He posted six tackles for 15 yards in lost yardage, including half a sack, and recovered three fumbles, one for a 56-yard fumble recovery touchdown run in the Bulldogs' 28-21 win over Friends. Ratzlaff was also credited with three passes broken up and four quarterback hurries.

Ratzlaff received All-American honors after the 2004 season when he led the NAIA in total tackles with 174 stops including 104 solo tackles. He was named to the 2004 NAIA's second team All-American defense, Dan Hansen's Football Gazette third team, and NAIAFootball.net's honorable mention squad.

McBroom, a 2004 transfer from San Joaquin Delta College and 2001 graduate of Manteca ( Calif. ) High School, led the KCAC in 2005 with 56 pass receptions. His 659 receiving yards ranked third and his six touchdown catches tied for second among KCAC receivers. McBroom's six receiving touchdowns led McPherson, and his 36 points scored tied for third among the Bulldogs.

McBroom concluded his two-year, McPherson College career with 84 receptions, good for 996 yards and nine touchdowns.

February 8, 2006

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Ratzlaff, McBroom named to Regional honors

Jared Ratzlaff, senior linebacker, and Troy McBroom, senior wide receiver, were named this week

2006 to Don Hansen's National Weekly Football Gazette NAIA Central All-Region Team.

Ratzlaff was named to the Central Region first team defense while McBroom was named to Hansen's region second team offense.

Both Ratzlaff and McBroom were previously named to the 2005 All-KCAC first team defense and offense, respectively.

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Two Bulldogs' named to football All-KCAC first team

McPherson College seniors Troy McBroom (wide receiver) and Jared Ratzlaff (linebacker) were named to the 2005 All-KCAC (Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference) football first team in a recent vote by the conference's coaches.

Named to the second team were seniors Louie Schneider (offensive line) and Ricky Gottschalk (defensive line). Seniors Tim Benyshek (defensive line), Matt Housman (utility), and Lamar Jacobs (running back), along with juniors Ryan Flores (offensive line), Alex Holtry (linebackers), Patrick Luz (quarterback), Kris Smiley (wide receiver), and Josh Wentling (defensive back) received honorable mention recognition.

Troy McBroom, a 2004 transfer from San Joaquin Delta College and 2001 graduate of Manteca (Calif.) High School, led the KCAC with 56 pass receptions. His 659 receiving yards ranked third and his six touchdown catches tied for second among KCAC receivers. McBroom's six receiving touchdowns led McPherson, and his 36 points scored tied for third among the Bulldogs.

McBroom concluded his two-year, McPherson College career with 84 receptions, good for 996 yards and nine touchdowns.

“Troy was our offensive playmaker this season, and an outstanding blocker from his wide receiver position.”

Troy is a senior, majoring in physical education.

Jared Ratzlaff, is a repeat first team award winner from last season. Ratzlaff led McPherson with 105 total tackles, 34 unassisted. He posted six tackles for 15 yards in lost yardage, including half a sack, and recovered three fumbles, one for a 56-yard fumble recovery touchdown run in the Bulldogs' 28-21 win over Friends. Ratzlaff was also credited with three passes broken up and four quarterback hurries.

Ratzlaff received All-American honors after the 2004 season when he led the NAIA in total tackles with 174 stops including 104 solo tackles. He was named to the 2004 NAIA's second team All-American defense, Dan Hansen's Football Gazette third team, and NAIAFootball.net's honorable mention squad.

“Jared had a great three year career here at McPherson. He led us in tackles all three seasons, and was a dependable player we knew we could always count on.”

Jared is a senior, physical education major.

Louie Schneider, a 2001 graduate of Chalmette ( La. ) High School, was named to All-KCAC honors for the fourth time in 2005. Following an All-KCAC honorable mention season as a freshman, and winning first team honors as a sophomore, Schneider spent the 2003 season at Nicholls State in Louisiana . Transferring back to McPherson for the 2004 season, Schneider again received honorable mention All-KCAC honors.

“Louie was the anchor of our offensive line for four seasons. He's a leader and a rock solid student-athlete. Louie played in all 40 games during his Bulldog career.”

Louie is a senior, majoring in business administration.

Ricky Gottschalk, a 2002 graduate of Hall High School in Little Rock, Ark., ranked sixth among the Bulldogs with 54 total tackles, 23 of which were unassisted. He led McPherson with 13 ½ tackles for loss yardage, including a team high 10 sacks. His 50 ½ yards of lost yardage led McPherson as did his 46 yards in sacks. Gottschalk forced a team high five fumbles and recovered one. He was also credited with five quarterback hurries.

“Ricky was a stand-out defensive end for us all four seasons he has been here. He is hard worker who played in all 40 games during his career. We are said to see him leave and hope he will serve as a student assistant in 2006.”

Gottschalk is a senior business major.

Tim Benyshek, a 2004 transfer from Independence Community College and a 2002 graduate of Cuba-Hillcrest High School , was credited with 58 total tackles, fifth best among the 2005 Bulldogs, including 17 unassisted. Benyshek posted 3 ½ sacks for 33 yards, and six tackles for 14 ½ of lost yardage. He also recovered two fumbles and forced three hurried passes.

“Tim is another team player who put himself ahead of the team on a consistent basis. Tim is a very good player and an even better student and person.”

Benyshek is a senior, business administration/marketing major.

Lamar Jacobs, a 2000 graduate of Manteca (Calif.) High School, transferred to McPherson in 2003 from San Joaquin Delta College . This fall, Jacobs ranked sixth among KCAC running backs with 743 yards on 192 carries. His eight rushing touchdowns and 48 points ranked ninth in total scoring. Jacobs' 743 yards led McPherson as did his eight rushing touchdowns and 48 total points scored.

Jacobs was named to the All-KCAC first team in 2003 when he set a McPherson College single season rushing record of 1,429 yards. Jacobs suffered a knee injury in the opening game of the 2004 season, and received a medical red-shirt season for 2005. Lamar finished his McPherson College career with 2,317 rushing yards and 20 rushing touchdowns. He also caught 26 passes for 233 yards and two touchdowns during his days as a Bulldog.

“Lamar led us in both rushing and scoring as a fifth year senior. He leaves McPherson with both the single game and single season rushing records.”

Jacobs is a senior computer science major.

Matt Housman, a 2004 transfer from Dodge City Community College and 2001 graduate of Hanston High School , ranked fifth in the KCAC punt return average, returning 26 punts for 244 yards, and average of 9.4 yards per return. His 244 yards ranked third in total punt return yardage. Housman finished 2005 with 132 yards rushing, third among the Bulldogs.

“Matt is an electrifying punt returner and a valuable all-around player. He always answered the bell and was an unselfish player who did whatever we asked of him.”

Housman is a senior, physical education major.

Kris Smiley, a 1999 graduate of Humble (Texas) High School, and a 2003 transfer from Grambling University , ranked sixth in all purpose yardage average, 104.7 yards per game, in the KCAC's 2005 regular season. He rushed for 163 yards, had 365 yards receiving, and totaled 519 yards on kickoff returns for a total of 1,047 all-purpose yards, fifth best in the KCAC. Smiley ranked sixth in kickoff return average, averaging 20.0 yards per return on 26 returns. His 519 yards in kickoff returns set a new McPherson College single season record. Smiley was the Bulldogs second ranked rusher, with 163 yards on 38 attempts for a team high average of 4.2 yards per carry. His 365 yards receiving on 21 catches also ranked second among McPherson receivers as did his three receiving touchdowns. Kris tied for second among the Bulldogs with six touchdowns and his 36 points scored ranked third.

Kris was named to the NAIA's honorable mention All-American squad in 2004 as a kick returner after ending the season ranked fourth nationally with a 30.0 yards per return average.

“Kris is a very versatile player who was second in both rushing and receiving for us this season. He is a very good kick returner. We expect Kris to become our big play guy on offense next fall.”

Smiley is a senior business management major, but eligible to return for a fifth season.

Josh Wentling, a 2003 graduate of McPherson High School and 2005 transfer from Butler Community College, ranked third among the Bulldogs with 86 total tackles this fall. His 37 unassisted tackles tied for the team lead among McPherson defenders. Wentling tied for the team high with three fumble recoveries, returning one for 19 yards. He ranked second with six passes broken up and intercepted one pass.

“Josh was a great addition to our defense this fall. He brought experience and toughness to that side of the ball. He was third on the team in tackles and added an interception. His fumble recovery and return (for a touchdown) were key in our Homecoming win against Friends.”

Wentling is majoring in physical education.

Alex Holtry, a 2003 graduate of Vallivue High School, Nampa, Idaho, ranked fourth among Bulldogs with 84 total tackles, 24 of which were unassisted. He posted seven tackles for 16 yards in lost yardage, and one sack. Holtry recovered two fumbles. He broke up one pass and forced three quarterback hurries.

Holtry previously received 2003 All-KCAC honorable mention recognition.

“Alex had a very solid junior season and finished fourth on the team in tackles. He is a three year starter and we are excited about having him back for his senior season.”

Holtry is a junior, majoring in education and computer science.

Ryan Flores, a 2005 transfer from College of the Desert CC and 2003 graduate of LaQuinta (Calif.) High School, moved into the Bulldogs starting offensive line from day one on the McPherson campus. Flores also contributed three total tackles, two unassisted.

“Ryan was one of our best linemen week in and week out. He is a great student and model ambassador for our program.”

Flores is a junior physical education major.

Patrick Luz, a 2003 graduate of Mariposa (Calif.) High School and 2005 transfer from College of the Redwoods, was the KCAC's third ranked passing quarterback, throwing for 1,576 yards and 12 touchdowns on 139 completions in 265 attempts, a completion rate of 52.4%. Luz' 1,588 yards of total offense ranked fifth in the KCAC.

“Pat had a very good junior year. After making the adjustment from junior college to four-year, he settled in and finished third in the conference in passing. Toward the end of the season, Pat also started running the ball well.”

Luz is a junior, majoring in computer science.

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