• Framingham State’s James McCarthy named CRONS Player of the Game
• Springfield’s Josh Carter throws 3 TDs, runs for 1
• Hardin-Simmons’ Steven Rockwell leads ground game for the South

Salem, VA: The North exploded to a 20-0 lead in the 2nd quarter and never looked back, winning the 2011 D3 Senior Classic 27-14.

Josh Carter (QB, Springfield) led the North team with his arm as well as his legs, throwing for 3 TDs and running for 1. Derek Carrier (WR, Beloit) made a dazzling catch in the back corner of the end zone barely getting one foot inbounds to give the North the early lead. Carter connected with the CRONS Player of the Game, James McCarthy (WR, Framingham State) for 2 more scores. McCarthy also filled in on defense and recorded 2 interceptions. Marcus Price (RB, Worcester State) had a big game on the ground, running behind a massive North offensive line.

James McCarthy Hugs Framingham State Coach, Aynsley Rosenbaum After Being Named Game MVP

Steven Rockwell (RB, Hardin-Simmons) and Steven Knight (RB, Mississippi College) led an impressive South ground attack. Rockwell scored on a bruising 21 yard run in the 3rd quarter. Dan Wright (QB, Shenandoah) connected with Wesley Idlette (WR, Maryville) in the 4th quarter, scoring the South’s second and final TD.

With the 27-14 victory, the North improves to 3-0 in D3 Senior Classic history.

Footage of 2011 D3 Senior Classic is archived at www.knoxivi.com/D3classic