GAME RECAP & AWARDS

East Defeats West in 2011

The East squad defeated the West, 13 -10, in front of a record-breaking crowd of 37,893 at the U.S. Army All-American Bowl today in San Antonio, Texas. The East now leads the overall series 6-5. The Pete Dawkins Game MVP was East running back Demetrius Hart, racking up 101 yards on eight carries. Also recognized for standout performances during the post-game press conference were Aaron Lynch, Cody Kessler and De'Anthony Thomas. The overall defensive struggle registered the lowest-scoring game in Bowl history.

It was almost all defense during the first half with only three points scored and four total first downs produced. Adding to the drama was the East's two turnovers and crucial mistakes. The first score came when West defensive back Stefan McClure intercepted the ball to setup a field goal as the West went ahead 3-0. West got the ball in great field position after a mishandled snap on a punt to set up touchdown connection between West quarterback Cody Kessler to Jaxon Shipley to go up 10-3 in the third quarter. The East roared back with a 69-yard run by Demetrius Hart, however the drive stalled on a blocked field goal. The East's first score came in the fourth quarter with quarterback Teddy Bridgewater connecting with Miles Shuler for a touchdown. The extra point was missed to keep the West's lead 10-6. The East mounted a comeback, driving for the winning score with 3:38 remaining in the fourth quarter to ultimately win the game 13-10.