Beckley, Bluefield & Lewisburg News, Weather, SportsCougars Focusing On ‘D’

Most teams are happy with a 12-5 record.

Mountain State isn't like most teams.

After making it to the NAIA championship last season, the Cougars are positioned 11^th in the NAIA rankings. They have another hard test ahead when they travel to Georgia to face Southern Poly on Saturday. The Hornets are ranked 10^th.

On offense, MSU is averaging 85 points per game. The team is turning its attention to defense. The Cougars give up 70 points per game.