Soul's Goosby Wins National Guard MVP Award
Published on April 12, 2012 under Arena Football League (AFL)
Philadelphia Soul News Release
PHILADELPHIA (April 12, 2012) - The Arena Football League has announced that Philadelphia Soul linebacker, Joe Goosby (6'1, 235, Tulane), has been named the National Guard MVP of the Week for his performance in the record-setting, 92-42, victory against the Georgia Force on Saturday, April 7. Goosby was named the Riddell Co-Defensive Player of the Week as well.
"Joe had a great game this past week," said Soul head coach Doug Plank. "His effort is just an example of what our defense did as a whole in Georgia. Joe did a great job returning two interceptions to the end zone and stopped a would-be touchdown with a forced fumble."
Goosby finished the day with three solo tackles, one assisted tackle and picked off Force quarterback R.J. Archer twice. He returned both interceptions for touchdowns and a total of 12 yards. The first interception came on the Force's first offensive drive with 12:50 remaining in the opening quarter. Goosby returned the pick five yards for a touchdown. With 1:33 remaining in the first half, Goosby snagged his second interception, returning it seven yards for another touchdown. The play gave Goosby three interceptions on the season, all of which have been returned for touchdowns.
Goosby's three interceptions have him tied for No. 5 in the League and No. 8 for interception return yards (49). He leads the Soul in both categories. Through four games, Goosby has compiled 19.0 total tackles, which ranks him at No. 2 on the team. Goosby has also broken up two passes, recovered a fumble, and forced a fumble.
The Philadelphia Soul (3-1) return home to the Wells Fargo Center in a two-way tie for first in their division as they prepare to take on the San Jose SaberCats (3-1). A win allows the Soul to even the all-time series with San Jose at 3-3. The game marks the first time the series will take place in Philadelphia. Kickoff is set for 6:05 p.m. on Saturday, April 14 at the Wells Fargo Center.
The game can be heard on 950 ESPN Radio, with play-by-play announcer Matt Martucci and color commentator Barrett Brooks. A live stream of the game will be available to fans through www.ustream.tv/philadelphiasoul
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