Notre Dame vs. Army has special meaning for Irish kicker Eric Goins, a 30-year-old veteran
Goins served seven years in the U.S. Army and at 30 years old is one of the older players in college football. Freeman's military ties are due to his father serving in the Air Force, and he says he was happy when Goins joined the team and thought Goins' experience would be a "huge addition" to the football team.
Army-Notre Dame Game Features Unique Connection for Fighting Irish Kicker
There are already a litany of relevant and incredible storylines entering Saturday's game between the Army West Point Black Knights and Notre Dame.
Army game has special meaning for Notre Dame kicker Eric Goins
But this year’s matchup is extra special for one Notre Dame player. Eric Goins played football at The Citadel in the early 2010s before serving seven years in the U.S. Army. Now, the 30-year-old is back in the states playing for the Fighting Irish, mainly as their kickoff specialist.
Notre Dame kicker, Army veteran highlighted in NBC Sports video
Notre Dame walk-on kicker Eric Goins is 30 years old, but there’s a reason he’s older than most college football players. After four years at The Citadel and seven years serving in the Army, he decided to pursue his MBA at Notre Dame. While doing so, he also decided to become a walk-on for the football team.
How many times has Army beaten Notre Dame? Series record between Black Knights, Irish
Here's what you need to know about the history of the Army-Notre Dame football series, including the teams' all-time records vs. each other
Notre Dame might beat Army, but the Irish will be sore on Sunday
For Army’s rugged and undefeated football team, Saturday’s showdown at Notre Dame could be a dream or a nightmare. Army football is all about shoving someone out of the way, just flat two-handing him in the chest.
How to watch No. 19 Army vs. No. 6 Notre Dame: Live stream, preview for college football game
The Fighting Irish have dominated the series (39-8-4) for the last half century, winning 15 straight since 1965. Army's last win against Notre Dame came in 1958, which was also the last time both teams played each other ranked.
No. 6 Notre Dame faces off against No. 17 Army: How to watch Saturday's game
The rivalry between No. 6 Notre Dame and No. 17 Army is back and it has major playoff implications. Here's how to tune into the matchup on Saturday.
Predicting Notre Dame vs. Army: Can Irish keep College Football Playoff hopes on track?
Notre Dame will try to hand undefeated Army its first loss on Saturday night at Yankee Stadium. Here's what to expect.
Notre Dame’s 49-14 Victory Over Army Keeps Irish On Path For College Football Playoff Berth
Since losing to Northern Illinois on Sept. 7, Notre Dame has won nine consecutive games, including 49-14 over previously unbeaten Army on Saturday at Yankee Stadium.
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