The Army football team capped its spring preparations on Wednesday night with the annual Black/Gold Game at Michie Stadium. In a controlled scrimmage with a modified scoring system, the Black Knights' offense scored a 35-16 win over the defense.
Army head coach Rich Ellerson welcomed the newest members of the Black Knights' football program into the fold on Monday as he announced his club's 2009 recruiting class.
About Bisgard: Enters preseason camp as starting right tackle ... served in backup and special teams roles during first two seasons at West Point.
2010: Played in one game ... made collegiate debut in home showing opposite VMI.
2009: Did not appear in a varsity contest.
High School: Two-way standout at Saguaro High ... four-time letterwinner ... split time between offensive tackle and defensive end positions ... two-time all-state choice at offensive tackle ... all-region defender as a senior ... voted top defensive lineman in state of Arizona during final showing ... Desert Sky Region Defensive Player of the Year ... led team with 128 tackles as a senior ... registered 19 quarterback sacks, three fumble recoveries and two defensive touchdowns.
Personal: Born Oct. 14, 1989 ... given name is Derek Bisgard ... parents' names are Dane and Judy Bisgard ... has two great uncles with military service ... one served as first lieutenant in U.S. Marine Corps ... other was staff sergeant in U.S. Army ... enjoys weightlifting and hiking ... majoring in Russian.
