Football Picked First in 2005 USA South Preseason Poll

FAYETTEVILLE, NC - Christopher Newport's football team was tabbed to finish first in the 2005 USA South Preseason Football Poll released Wednesday morning.

The Captains received six first place votes for 48 points. Shenandoah followed with two first place votes and 44 points total. Methodist, Averett and Ferrum round out the top five.

NC Wesleyan was picked to finish sixth, followed by Greensboro and newcomer Maryville (TN).

The Captains and the Hornets shared the 2004 USA South championship. CNU has shared the regular season crown in its first four years of existence.

CNU kicks off the 2005 season Saturday, Sept. 3 at home as they host Rowan (NJ) with kick-off set for 1 pm.

USA South Preseason Football Poll