`Canes Hold Final Scrimmage Monday as Camp Closes
Aug. 23, 2010
CORAL GABLES, Fla. – The University of Miami held its third and final scrimmage of fall camp Monday night on the Greentree Practice Fields with the 2010 opener against Florida A&M now just10 days out.
Time to Buckle Down
As expected, the majority of the session included work with the first- and second-teamers. Most positions have been established at this point and with the season right around the corner now, it’s time to get down to business. Jacory Harris took the most snaps of any quarterback, while Leonard Hankerson, Travis Benjamin and Aldarius Johnson saw the most reps among the receivers. Defensively, Brandon Harris and DeMarcus Van Dyke spent most of the time on the outside, while linebackers Sean Spence and Colin McCarthy tied for the team-high with six tackles.
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More Weather
The `Canes battled with the weather yet again during Monday’s scrimmage, practicing in a downpour for about 15 minutes before lightning sirens delayed action for a half hour. After the weather cleared, the `Canes came back out and wrapped up the session with good energy despite the delay.
Highlights
– Lamar Miller got things going with an 83-yard touchdown run up the middle early in the scrimmage.
– Later, Travis Benjamin caught a pair of touchdown passes from Jacory Harris and Alonzo Highsmith .
– Kendal Thompkins broke out for gains of 32 and 26.
– Billy Sanders had one of the highlights of the day, catching a pass up the middle from Stephen Morris for a 28-yard TD.
– Andrew Smith had two of the defense’s four sacks, while Micanor Regis and Marcus Forston each had one.
– Ray-Ray Armstong had a solid scrimmage, tallying a number of big hits including one that forced a fumble.
Passing Stats
Jacory Harris – 4-for-12, 38 yards, 1 TD, 0 INT
Alonzo Highsmith – 5-for-9, 82 yards, 1 TD, 0 INT
Stephen Morris – 1-for-4, 28 yards, 1 TD, 0 INT
Spencer Whipple – 2-for-6, 40 yards, 0 TD, 0 INT
Rushing Stats
Lamar Miller – 9 carries, 85 yards, 1 TD
Damien Berry – 11 carries, 57 yards
Kendal Thompkins – 1 carry, 26 yards
Storm Johnson – 6 carries, 14 yards
Eduardo Clements – 3 carries, 11 yards
Mike James – 6 carries, 4 yards
Receiving Stats
Travis Benjamin – 3 receptions, 56 yards, 2 TDs
Mike James – 3 receptions, 18 yards
Billy Sanders – 1 reception, 28 yards, 1 TD
Kendal Thompkins – 1 reception, 32 yards
Aldarius Johnson – 1 reception, 25 yards
Defensive Stats
Sean Spence – 6 tackles, pass break-up
Colin McCarthy – 6 tackles
Micanor Regis – 5 tackles, sack, forced fumble
Ramon Buchanan – 5 tackles
Ray-Ray Armstrong – 4 tackles, forced fumble
Brandon Harris – 4 tackles, 2 pass break-ups, fumble recovery
DeMarcus Van Dyke – 3 tackles, pass break-up
Andrew Smith – 2 tackles, 2 sacks
Special Teams Highlights
– All field goals and extra points attempted by Matt Bosher and Jake Wieclaw were successfully, including a 45-yarder by Bosher in pouring rain.
– Kacy Rodgers and Cory Nelms teamed up to block a punt attempt.
Join the Carnivale
The Hurricane Club is proud to announce the first-ever “Canes Carnivale” interactive festival taking place Saturday, Aug. 28, in the Basketball Field House and H-100 parking lot at the BankUnited Center on the UM campus in Coral Gables, Fla.
The event, which runs from 10:30 a.m. through 1 p.m., will feature a variety of activities for Hurricane Club members to enjoy while interacting with their favorite Hurricanes student-athletes from all UM sports. Admission for all Hurricane Club members is free, while they may bring up to three guests with them to enjoy the event. In addition, non-Hurricane Club members whom would like to attend the event may join the Hurricane Club for a one-time, special offer of just $10.
For more information, CLICK HERE.
Let’s Talk Ohio State
Do you want an exclusive lunch with head coach Randy Shannon on the week of the highly-anticipated game against No. 2 Ohio State?
Here is your chance… The Hurricane Club and Coach Shannon have joined forces for the latest It’s All About the U Speaker Series event. Shannon will be the featured speaker at Timpano’s Chophouse in Fort Lauderdale on Tuesday, Sept. 7 from Noon to 1 p.m. That’s just four days before the most anxiously awaited non-conference game of the 2010 season.
Make your Lunch Reservation by CLICKING HERE.
What’s Next?
The `Canes will take the day off on Tuesday before beginning their preparation for Florida A&M on Wednesday.
Tickets
To order tickets for the 2010 season, call 1-800-GO-CANES or visit www.hurricanesports.com
