Fast start key as Knights seek to salvage season
By Alan Schmadtke | Sentinel Staff Writer
Posted October 18, 2003
AKRON, Ohio -- There are many mysteries to UCF's 2003 season, but few draw attention like the chalkboard-screeching sound the Golden Knights make in the first quarter.
Is it possible to cover your ears and eyes at the same time? Opponents have outscored UCF 65-9 in the first quarter this year, a statistic that more than explains the Knights' seemingly constant state of desperation.
"We don't give ourselves a chance to win," UCF Coach Mike Kruczek said.
The next chance to reverse the trend comes against Akron (4-3 overall, 2-2 in the MAC) tonight at 6 at the Rubber Bowl.
Kruczek won't pick his quarterback until just before the game, but starter Ryan Schneider (shoulder sprain) was cleared to play this week and could regain his job after missing two games.