The Monroe Mustangs scored early and often in a 41-14 Homecoming victory over the Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology on Saturday afternoon.  The victory was their first home win of the season and lifted Monroe to a 4-4 record.
 
"Whenever you come off the field with a win it's a great feeling," said head coach Terry Karg.  "With what you put in during the week to prepare for three hours on Saturday, it's always nice to get that 'W'."
 
After the Bulldogs fumbled their first play from scrimmage, Monroe capitalized with a six-yard TD burst from Devonta Barnfield – Raple.
 
On Stevens' next possession Will Johnson made a gorgeous leaping grab for an interception.  Soon after it was Greg Jones running it in from two-yards out and the Mustangs were on their way.
 
"We took advantage of mistakes they made," Coach Karg said.  "We got the good field position and were able to capitalize with a couple of early touchdowns."
 
Freshman QB Darius Taylor was 10/23 with 2 TD's and on interception for Monroe. Devauntey Ellis was Monroe's best rusher in the game.  The freshman running back had 103 of the Mustangs' 231 yards on the day.
 
Nonetheless, Coach Karg wanted to see a bit more consistency.
 
"We sputtered at times on offense," he said.  "I'd like to see our execution a little bit better over the course of the entirety of the game, but we did have a couple of drives where we marched on them and were able to finish with scores."
 
As part of the Homecoming festivities, the Monroe Maniacs put together a halftime pass and kick contest for fans with $25 Modell's gift certifactes as prizes.  It was all part of a feel-good day for Monroe.
 
"Our program appreciates the support from the student body, administrators and parents. We had a very good turnout for homecoming and it was great to get the win on our home turf," Coach Karg said.