NOVEMBER 8, 2008

1^st        ARC—Ceaser, Stefon 85 yard kickoff return; Williams, Ryan Kick
            ARC—McGee, Terrence 11 yd pass from Gavard, Jared; William, Ryan Kick
            ARC—Chase, Sean 7 yd pass from Ceaser, Stefon; Williams, Ryan Kick 

2^nd        SISK—Davis, D. 26 yd pass from Brown, A; Ecklin Kick
            ARC—Gavard, Jared 33 yd run; Williams, Ryan Kick
            SISK—Davis, D. 6 yd pass from Brown, A.; Ecklin Kick 

3^rd        ARC—Fratcher, Tom 53 yard pass from Gavard, Jared; Williams Ryan Kick
            SISK—Lunney, R. 2 yd run; Ecklin Kick
            ARC—Griffin, Josh 5 yd pass from Cook, Luke; Williams, Ryan Kick 

4^th        ARC—Ceaser, Stefon 1 yd run; Williams, Ryan Kick
            SISK—Young, A. 36 yd pass from Brown, A; Ecklin Kick
            SISK—Brown, A. 15 yd run; Ecklin Kick

The American Rivers College Beavers send their sophomores out with 49-35 win over visiting College of the Siskiyous. Stefon Ceaser started the game of with an 85 yard kickoff return for a touchdown. The Beaver offense was sparked by standout play of freshmen quarterback Jared Gavard (9 completions on 15 attempts for 108 yards and 2 touchdowns; 5 carries for 87 yards and a touchdown). Terrence McGee, David Weld, Tom Fratcher, and Josh Griffin helped produced the air attack for the Beavers. Ryan Williams had an excellent last home game as a Beaver by making all 7 of his point after touchdown attempts and putting a kickoff into the end zone. The Beavers defense had a dominant ground defense, recording 7 sacks for negative 66 yards. Eghosa Ogbebor led the team with 7 total tackles, including 2 sacks for negative 25 yards. Adding to the efforts were Francis Ruiz (6 total tackles, 2 sacks for negative 16) David Little (6 total tackles, 1.5 sacks for negative 18 yards). Zak Feuerbach also had 2 tackles for loss in the winning effort. American River College travels across town to meet rival Sacramento City College at Hughes Stadium, with hopes of a Conference Championship.
 

NOVEMBER 1, 2008

1^st        1:10        FRC—Crumbaker, M. 2 yard run. Byers, A. --Kick
2^nd        00:47     FRC—Pendergrass, E. 50 yard pass from Crumbaker, M. --PAT failed
3^rd           10:00      ARC—Weld, David 18 yard pass from Gavard, Jared. --PAT failed
3^rd        3:32        FRC—Jones, C. 20 yard pass from Crumbaker, M.--PAT failed 

American River College loses their 3rd game of the year in a “mud bowl” at Feather River College, 19-6. The rainy weather in Quincy, CA hindered the Beavers pass game, limited them to a slow run game. Jared Gavard (7 completions on 28 attempts, 95 yards, 2 interceptions) connected with David Weld (1 rec. 18 yards) early in the third quarter for the Beavers only score. The ground attack produced 191 yards on 31 rushes. Doing the grunt work for ARC were running backs Stefon Ceaser (11 car. 84 yards), Mike Greer (8 car. 50 yards), and Andre Miller (13 car. 42 yards). The Beaver defense faced a Feather River team that primarily ran the ball and it proved to be tough to defend. American River College forced and recovered 3 fumbles (Willie Ross, Nikko Wright, and David Johnson). The Beavers defense was lead Ross, Tim Duran, Zak Feuerbach, Jadrian Reyes and Ben Chandler.  American River College hopes for nice weather as they play College of the Siskiyous for their last home game, Saturday, November 8 at 1:00 p.m.
 

October 25, 2008

American River College Beavers come off a bye week and beat Mendocino College 47-27 in front of a supportive crowd. The Beavers scored on their first offensive possession of the game on a 66 yard run by freshman Ricky Abernathy. Three different quarterbacks lead the Beavers to a victory. Jared Gavard and Luke Cook both found the end zone through the air, connecting with David Weld and Terrance McGee, while Ty Bradley used his speed to help the running game. American River College had outstanding play on special teams with two blocked point after touchdowns, a forced fumble (Robert Baldwin III) and a fumble recovery (Keini Wilson). Sophomore Ryan Williams converted on all 6 PAT's and hit a 36 yard field goal. The Beaver defense produced another solid game with individual efforts by Eghosa Ogbebor (2 sacks), Steve Halverson (sack for a safety) Xavier Robinson, and a big goal line stand by Ben Chandler. The Beavers travel north next week to take on Feather River College.
 

October 11, 2008

On the road, the American River College Beavers block a field goal with 23 seconds remaining in the game and secure their 4th win of the season versus Cabrillo College 29-27. The Beavers, Offensive Line, led by Robert Cacciato, opened holes in the Seahawks defense to produce a highly effective running game. Seven different running backs helped in the efforts, producing 122 yards and 3 touchdowns (Ricky Abernathy 2 & Stefon Ceaser 1). Ceaser also produced on special teams (4 kickoff returns for 166 yards), electrifying the fans with an amazing 95 yard kickoff return for a touchdown in the second quarter, swinging the momentum back to the Beavers. The Beaver defense played another solid game; limiting Cabrillo College,s passing attack by the outstanding play of the Beaver secondary: sophomore corners Jay Reddic, Sam Cole, Jadrian Reyes, and safeties John Davis, Willie Ross, and David Johnson. Francis Ruiz, sophomore defensive end, anchored the interior line with outstanding individual play (5 total tackles, 1.5 sacks). The Beavers head into the bye and are going to get back to the basics as they prepare for their upcoming opponent Mendocino College.
 

October 4, 2008

American River College suffers their second consecutive loss at home, losing to Monterey Peninsula College 26 to 20. The Beavers fired out of the gates early with a 66 yard touchdown pass to Mike Greer (178 yards on 6 receptions) from Jared Gavard (20 completions on 44 attempts, 351 yards and 3 touchdowns). Their second drive yielded similar results, with a touchdown pass from Gavard to Brannon Beasley. Along with Greer and Beasley and Taylor Wilkinson both caught a touchdown pass on the last offensive play of the first half. The Beaver Defense was forced to play with their backs to the wall for the majority of the game. Freshmen linebacker Steve Halverson had an outstanding game with 12 tackles (4 solo and 8 assisted; and a fumble recovery). Willie Ross added another solid game to the season with 11 tackles (6 solo and 5 assisted; with 1 sack for minus 11 yards). The Beavers drove late in the fourth quarter and failed to convert on fourth down on a pass in the end-zone. American River College will regroup before they travel next week to challenge Cabrillo College.
 

SEPTEMBER 27, 2008

The American River College Beavers faced their toughest opponent of the season in Sierra College and lost 41-7. The Beavers offense had few high points early in the game, but the Wolverines,' defense was too tough for the beavers. The Beavers trailed 20-0 in the second quarter when freshmen quarterback Jared Gavard ((8 completions on 27 attempts, 1 TD) connected with Stefon Ceaser from 23 yards out for the Beavers only touchdown. The Beaver Defense had a tough time containing Sierra College's fierce ground attack in the first half. The second half was a different story. Safety Kamal MackVaughn led the Beavers with 7 second half tackles (2 solo, 5 assisted). Freshmen Linebackers Mike Willis (8 total tackles) and Steven Halverson (7 total tackles) and sophomore linebacker Tim Duran (6 total tackles) helped fuel the second half charge. The Beavers are home again next week and hope to rebound as the play visiting Monterey Peninsula College.
 

SEPTEMBER 20, 2008

American River College handed Fresno City College their first lost of the season, winning 35-28 in Fresno. Freshmen quarterback Luke Cooke earned the honors of team Player of the Week with his performance. Cook was 9 of 14 for passing for 66 yards and 3 touchdown passes. On the receiving end of the touchdowns were three freshmen receivers: Josh Griffin, Sean Chase, and Harrison Wilfley. The Beavers controlled the clock by the hard running of Ricky Abernathy, Stefon Ceaser, and Andre Miller. Sophomore kicker Ryan Williams had an outstanding night on Special Teams, making all of his point-after-touchdown attempts and by controlling the Rams,' returns with precise kick-offs throughout the game. The American River College Defense followed the previous week’s efforts by playing a tremendous game. Freshmen safety Willie Ross (11 tackles, 5 solo, 6 assisted ; 1 interception, and 2 pass-break-ups) established the Beavers intense defensive play by leading in the endeavor. Following Ross,' lead were other standout players: sophomores Jay Reddic (CB), Francis Ruiz (DL), and Tim Duran (LB) and freshmen John Davis (DB).
 

SEPTEMBER 13, 2008

On the road versus Gavilan Community College, the American River College Beavers earned their second consecutive victory, outlasting the Rams 21-14. The victory came as a result of a total-team effort. American River College received a spark on special teams as freshmen defensive back Alex Hines returned a blocked field goal deep into Ram territory. Stefon Ceaser (8 rushes for 32 yards & 4 receptions for 62 yards and 1 touchdown) once again proved to be solid for American River College as he led the Offense in the victory. Sophomore receiver David Weld added to the score with 2 touchdowns of his own (1 receiving and 1 fumble recovery). The Beaver Defense showed up to play, producing 9 team sacks. Freshmen defensive lineman Mike Arnold led the way with 11 total tackles (7 solo, 4 assisted; including 3 sacks for minus 18 yards). Along with Arnold, David Little recorded 2 sacks; while Willie Ross, Ben Chandler, Zack Feuerbach, and Steve Halverson each had one. The Beavers face a tough challenge next week as they travel down to Fresno to battle Fresno City College.
 

SEPTEMBER 6, 2008

The American River College Beavers started the 2008 season with a 40-26 win over visiting Solano Community College. The Beavers, trailing 20-13 at halftime, exploded during the second half, scoring 27 points and securing their first win. The running game for the Beavers was superb with 276 yards on 43 carries; which was lead by freshmen Ricky Arbernathy (21 carries, 136 yards, and 2 touchdowns). Abernathy was not alone in the success. Teammate and sophomore RB/WR Stefon Ceaser gained 269 all purpose yards (8 receptions, 8 carries, and 5 kick off returns). The Beaver Defense was lead by freshmen safety Willie Ross (5 tackles, 1 tackle for loss, and 1 interception). Sophomore David Little proved to be a force at defensive end with 5 tackles, 2.5 for loss, and 1 sack. American River College is going to ride this wave of success on the road next week versus Gavilan Community College