The James Madison Dukes have added the Robert Morris Colonials to their spring 2021 football schedule, multiple sources reported Wednesday. Football Johnson, Wells connect for another JMU TD. Eight years ago, JMU mulled but decided against a move up to the NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision when Conference USA and the Sun Belt and Mid-American conferences expressed interest,. JMU football announced Thursday that its next two games against Richmond (4/3) and Elon (4/10) have been postponed due to COVID-19 protocols within the Richmond and Elon football programs. Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, Low 29F. HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - Four more kickoff times were announced for James Madison Universitys 2021 spring football season, Monday. 2021 Team Stats. Just roll with it. : Darts and Pats is the place to do it. Always, the virus. James Madison will host Morehead State at Bridgeforth Stadium. Season stat leaders in the Big Central though Week 11, HS football: Whos lighting it up? Im highly confident that were not only going to get started, but well be able to finish this season.. Other information, including on-sale dates and priority deadlines, will be made available once fan capacity at Bridgeforth Stadium is confirmed.. Were it not for a goal-line stand near-miss in the National Championship Game and road lead that slipped away in the national semifinal, James Madison could be talking three-peat heading into the fall 2021 season. The CAA, which has schools from Maine to North Carolina, is divided into two divisions North and South to limit travel regionally. Robert Morris is now part of the Horizon League, and will be joining the Big South Conference in 2021. With the CAAs updated spring slate, each team will play six conference games a home-and-away series with three other teams and can schedule up to two non-conference opponents. Football: JMU Announces Sun Belt Schedule to Complete 2023 Football Slate. Should the divisional champions finish with the same conference record, a tie-breaking procedure will be used to determine the automatic qualifier. The good, the bad and the ugly of JMU football's first half vs. NDSU You have permission to edit this article. And then, theres the virus. YouTube's privacy policy is available here (); : The game will mark the second between the Colonial Athletic Associations Dukes and the Colonials. That includes heading into the opener with fewer practices than Cignetti would like. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. James Madison will host William & Mary on March 13, Richmond on March 20, and Elon on April 10. To see the full CAA football schedule for the 2021 spring season, click here. Other information, including on-sale dates and priority deadlines, will be made available once fan capacity at Bridgeforth Stadium is confirmed. Analysis | JMU football offensive transfers to watch in 2022 Career Center Events. For this whole season, the mind-sets going to have to be control the controllables, Agyei-Obese said. Its been keeping me on my toes. |, Mike Byrne | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. So far, the home team's dominated as the Bison have the 13-0 lead after 30 minutes. Season stat leaders in the Big Central though Week 10, HS football stat leaders from Week 2 of the playoffs and all Nov. 3-5 contests, Football: No. JMU, Elon, William & Mary, and Richmond make up the CAA South Division. Heres how this happened. James Madison will host Morehead State at Bridgeforth Stadium in Harrisonburg, Va., on Saturday, Feb. 20, 2021. 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Against Morehead State, the Dukes have a 7-2 advantage in the all-time series. |, Mike Kinney | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com Four more kickoff times announced for JMU spring football schedule, Go Fund Me started for Rockingham County deputy in need of emergency heart surgery, JMUs Schiavone named to Buster Posey Award Watch List, Charlie Obaugh RV & Outdoor Student Athlete of the Week. 3 seed in this spring's playoffs as the Dukes were selected to host SoCon champion VMI, who makes its first ever postseason appearance. PHILADELPHIA - The University of Pennsylvania softball team is spending spring break in the Sunshine State, traveling to Florida for the Owl Classic. Both teams went back-and-forth throughout the first quarter, with JMU redshirt senior quarterback Cole Johnson and SLU senior quarterback Cole Kelley . The three-day classic will take place in Boca Raton, Fla. There will be only five at-large berths in the playoffs. Greg Madia of the Harrisonburg (Va.) Daily News-Record . JMUs schedule is made up of two non-conference home games and six conference matchups, which consists of one home and one away contest against each of its three Colonial Athletic Association south division opponents Elon, Richmond and William & Mary. Statewide stat leaders through Week 6. Guys, theyve got to make good choices and decisions on a daily basis to stay away from the virus, Cignetti said. But its not as intense. The Colonials finished last season 7-5 (6-1 Northeast Conference), their final campaign in the circuit. The Dukes and Robert Morris have played one time in 2018, which ended in a 73-7 trouncing in favor of JMU. And then maybe well be one step closer to returning sports to normal. Join JMU Men's and Women's Basketball in Pensacola for the 2023 Conference Tournament! It had been previously announced that JMU's two home, non-conference games (2/20 vs. Robert Morris, 2/27 vs. Morehead State) will kickoff at 12 p.m. JMU Football Schedule - 2021 Spring Season . All rights reserved. I did not expect any aspect of my senior year to go like this at all. and YouTube's terms of service is available here. Instead, its game week. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Guys are really focused on football when theyre here between the white lines. JMU adds Robert Morris to Spring 2021 football schedule There was an error processing your request. The Quakers will play five games over three days beginning on Friday, March 3rd with games against Texas State and Winthrop at 9:00 a.m. JMU football schedule announced for 2021 spring season - WHSV Christine Brady | The Breeze. 0:27. In the CAA, JMU will face Elon, Richmond and William & Mary. 0:05. JMU Football Schedule - 2021 Spring Season, Saturday, February 20 - vs. Morehead State, Saturday, February 27 - vs. Robert Morris. Whether youre a lifelong resident of D.C. or you just moved here, weve got you covered. I am definitely feeling more like a CEO of the football team right now, he said. Featuring the latest in news, opinion, culture and sports from The Breeze. James Madison is 4-0 overall (2-0 CAA) during the 2021 spring season and currently ranked as the No. The Dukes are scheduled to play eight games: two non-conference contests and six conference games. Both the Colonials and Eagles are teams JMU has previously faced. Welcome to Chapter 1,834 of the inevitable book, How Sports Were Different During the Coronavirus Pandemic. With that, here comes a college football season for the Football Championship Subdivision that kicks off in earnest Saturday and, if all goes as planned, will conclude with a four-round, 16-team tournament that spans April and May. Now he outsources that to coordinator Shane Montgomery. Mar 4 (Sat) View Event Details. |, Will Harrigan | For NJ Advance Media JMU Football Schedule - 2021 Spring Season Saturday, February 20 - vs. Morehead State Saturday, February 27 - vs. Robert Morris Saturday, March 6 - at Elon Saturday, March 13 - vs.. The Dukes will travel to face the Phoenix to begin their conference slate, then will host William & Mary and Richmond in Harrisonburg. JMU senior, Percy Agyei-Obese, dives into the endzone for a touchdown on April 17, 2021. The Dukes have held two practices at Bridgeforth Stadium as they prepare for an 8-game . The following week, the Dukes welcome Robert Morris to town on Feb. 27. Pittsburgh Sports Now reported late Wednesday that Robert Morris athletic department could not confirm Madias report. The Dukes close the month on March 27 at the Tribe, and face the Spiders a week later, on April 3, in the capital city. (); : As for attendance and ticket information, JMU released the following information: If available, tickets for the spring football season will be sold on a single-game basis with access being determined by Duke Club priority and season-ticket holder status. ); The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. Dec 17, 2021. Defensive end Jack Sawyer, ESPN's No. I would compare this more to like a spring ball practice, offseason practices., A college football coachs season at war with the coronavirus and his own school. Season stat leaders in the Big Central after playoff Round 1, North 1, Group 5 football semifinals preview: Union City & PCTI on a collision course. Thats the million-dollar question, FCS Committee Chair Kyle Moats said in an interview posted on the NCAAs website. The Dukes played a competitive, FCS schedule in the spring of 2021 after the 2020 fall season was postponed due to COVID-19 impacts. HARRISONBURG - James Madison has announced its 2020-21 football schedule, which features eight regular-season games, including five at home and three on the road this upcoming spring. JMU football begins practice for spring season - WHSV JMU Nights: Washington Wizards vs Toronto Raptors. Get the latest news, schedule, scores, roster, stats, standings and photos for the 2020-2021 Westfield Blue Devils Football. An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. For more coverage, follow the sports desk on Twitter @TheBreezeSports. Both non-conference games were officially announced in conjunction with the release of James Madisons full Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) six-game league schedule for the Spring. JMUs six conference games will be played in three home-and-home series against Richmond, William & Mary, and Elon. Registrar Dates and Deadlines. UAlbany, Delaware, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Stony Brook and Villanova make up the CAA North Division. JMU Has Championship Chops In 2021 - FloFootball EA Sports doesnt need the NCAA. There was a problem saving your notification. Below is James Madisons complete Spring schedule: James Madison won the Colonial Athletic Association championship last season after finishing 8-0 in conference play and 14-2 overall. and Your California Privacy Rights (User Agreement updated 1/1/21. JMU is slated to open CAA action on Saturday, March 6 on the road against the Elon Phoenix. James Madison Football | News, Scores, Highlights, Injuries, Stats Also in non-conference action, James Madison will host the Robert Morris Colonials at Bridgeforth Stadium on Saturday, Feb. 27, which was previously reported by Greg Madia of the Harrisonburg (Va.) Daily News-Record. 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The Colonial Athletic Association will soon release a six-game league schedule, but will afford members the opportunity to play two non-league tilts. JMU football releases full eight-game spring schedule JMU Athletics announced Tuesday the eight-game slate that includes two non-conference opponents. Mainly sunny. and YouTube's terms of service is available here. 2021 Football Schedule - James Madison University Athletics If all goes as planned, that finish will come on a Saturday in spring. But more programs opted out of playing in the fall than stayed in, which meant the NCAA wouldnt conduct a tournament. Wall Football 2021-2022 - NJ.com The game will be the season-opener for the Dukes. JMU football's schedule for the 2021 spring season is set. HARRISONBURG -James Madison has announced its 2020-21 football schedule, which features eight regular-season games, including five at home and three on the road this upcoming spring. |, Ryan Patti | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com James Madison University Athletics. Family Weekend: Details - JMU - James Madison University FBSchedules - College and Pro Football Schedules, James Madison adds Morehead State to Spring 2021 football schedule. James Madison University announces spring football schedule The team with the best overall conference record will earn the conferences automatic bid to the NCAA Football Championship. The Dukes conclude the regular season on April 10 at home against Elon and have an open week on April 17, ahead of the NCAA Selection Show on April 18. |, Luis Torres | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com (); : Keeping New Jersey athletes healthy together. The spring slate kicks off on Saturday, Feb. 20 when JMU hosts Morehead State at Bridgeforth Stadium. High 53F. Savor this Delaware-JMU football duel, it could be the last Mainly clear skies. Academic Calendar. The 2020-21 season marks the first time JMU will play an opponent twice during the regular season. |, Joe Zedalis | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com Full JMU football fall 2021 schedule (subject to change): Sept. 4: vs. Morehead State Sept. 11: vs. Maine Sept. 18: at Weber State Sept. 25: Bye Oct. 2: at New Hampshire Oct. 9: vs. Villanova Oct. 16: at Richmond Oct. 23: at Delaware Oct. 30: vs. Elon Nov. 6: vs. Campbell Nov. 13: at William & Mary Nov. 20: vs. Towson 2023 www.newsleader.com. Being that its February, Percy Agyei-Obeses career as a James Madison running back should be over. Spring game to highlight JMU quarterback competition - WHSV An announcement regarding the rescheduling of these games will be made at a later time. 2023 James Madison University Athletics. The Dukes advanced all the way to the Division I National Championship, but fell to the North Dakota State Bison, 28-20. All rights reserved. Shoot, its a year that nobodyll ever forget, thats for sure. What if one team has played four games and another 11? 2021 James Madison Football Schedule | FBSchedules.com Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, The following week, the Dukes welcome Robert Morris to town on Feb. 27. It hasnt quite hit me yet that its game week just because my role is so much different now, Cignetti said. NJ.coms All-Group 5 football teams, 2022, Big Central Conference Player of the Year and other postseason football honors for 2022, Big Central Conference all-division football teams, 2022, Big Central Conference American Gold Division team, 2022, HS Football: Final 2022 stat leaders for all five New Jersey conferences, Who lit it up? All three of JMUs home CAA games will kickoff at 4 p.m., according to a spokesperson with the program. James Madison football coach Curt Cignetti at a recent practice. Because there are only four teams in the South, JMU will play its division rivals Elon, William & Mary and Richmond twice apiece to make a six-game conference schedule. JMU football earned the No. Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement updated 5/1/2021). . Following the two-game home stretch are two away games versus the Tribe and Spiders before the Dukes return to Bridgeforth for the season finale against Elon. Fight Club sandwiches dissolve the line between insanity and genius, Wizards show plenty of heart early but cant find an edge late in Chicago, Caps backslide in Buffalo, get blitzed by the young Sabres in a 7-4 loss, said in an interview posted on the NCAAs website. Thats a potential problem, but its off in the distance. The ultimate FCS spring football preview: The Bison return, Deion Sanders arrives and more . Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement updated 5/1/2021). Success! HS football photos: Colts Neck vs. Wall, Oct. 14, 2022, Football: Colts Neck uses stout defense to defeat Wall (PHOTOS), HS Football: Whos lighting it up? While finishing in the middle of the pack, Campbell faces Liberty and Elon in the first two weeks of the season. Now there are all kinds of weird wrinkles to it. Saturday's spring game is set for a 1 p.m. start. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. |, Mike Kinney | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com James Madison adds Morehead State to Spring 2021 football schedule Follow Patrick on Twitter @Patrick_Hite. Just roll with it. Full Schedule baseball Sat, Feb 25 Final James Madison 9 vs Cornell 2 softball Sat, Feb 25 Final James Madison 5 at NC State 1 wswim Sun, Feb 26 Final James Madison at ECAC Championships Completed wten Sun, Feb 26 Final James Madison 1 at #43 Penn State 4 softball Sun, Feb 26 Final James Madison 14 at NC State 11 baseball Sun, Feb 26 Final