October 18, 2004

Arkansas Tech University coaches have selected three Wonder Boys as the team's most valuable players from Tech's 31-10 Gulf South Conference win at Ouachita Baptist University on Saturday.

Josh Rogers, a sophomore tight end from Russellville, was named offensive most valuable player after catching two passes for 124 yards and two touchdowns. His 59-yard touchdown grab 49 seconds into the contest gave Tech a quick 7-0 lead, and his 65-yard touchdown reception late in the third quarter increased the Wonder Boys' advantage to 24-3.

Cedric Cursh, a sophomore defensive end from Foreman, was named defensive most valuable player. He was credited with five tackles, four of which were solos, two quarterback sacks, a forced fumble and a pass break-up.

Quincy Jones, a junior cornerback from Houston, Texas, earned the special teams most valuable player award. Jones was credited with a total of five tackles during the game, three of which were solos.

The Wonder Boys (7-0 overall, 6-0 GSC) will host the University of Arkansas-Monticello Boll Weevils (5-3, 4-2) in GSC action this Saturday. Kickoff will be at 1 p.m. at Buerkle Field in Russellville.

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