1.
Who was the first head coach of the Central Florida Knights?
Correct Answer
C. Don Jonas
Explanation
Don Jonas was the first head coach of the Central Florida Knights. This information is not explicitly mentioned in the question, but it is a known fact. Don Jonas served as the head coach of the Central Florida Knights football team from 1979 to 1984, leading them during their early years as a program. Therefore, Don Jonas is the correct answer to the question.
2.
Which player left Central Florida in 2004 as the school's all-time leading rusher?
Correct Answer
B. Alex Haynes
Explanation
Alex Haynes left Central Florida in 2004 as the school's all-time leading rusher.
3.
In which NCAA division did Central Florida originally compete?
Correct Answer
C. Division III
Explanation
Central Florida originally competed in Division III of the NCAA. This division is typically made up of smaller schools and offers a more balanced approach to athletics and academics. Division III schools do not offer athletic scholarships and prioritize the overall student-athlete experience.
4.
In which season did a Central Florida team set a school record with 501 points scored?
Correct Answer
B. 2007
Explanation
In 2007, a Central Florida team set a school record with 501 points scored. This implies that during the 2007 season, the team was able to score the highest number of points in the history of the school.
5.
How many touchdowns did Kevin Smith score in the 2007 Conference USA title game?
Correct Answer
B. Four
Explanation
In the 2007 Conference USA title game, Kevin Smith scored four touchdowns.
6.
At what school did George O'Leary get his first collegiate coaching job?
Correct Answer
B. Syracuse
Explanation
George O'Leary got his first collegiate coaching job at Syracuse.
7.
What 2007 game was the very first bowl for Central Florida?
Correct Answer
C. Hawaii Bowl
Explanation
The correct answer is Hawaii Bowl. In 2007, the Hawaii Bowl was the first bowl game that Central Florida participated in.
8.
What was the Conference USA record of the 2005 Central Florida Knights?
Correct Answer
B. 41821
9.
Central Florida's Kevin Smith ended his career past which rushing yards milestone?
Correct Answer
A. 2,500
Explanation
Kevin Smith ended his career with more than 2,500 rushing yards.
10.
In which season was George O'Leary both Conference USA and National Coach of the Year?
Correct Answer
C. 2004
Explanation
In 2004, George O'Leary was both Conference USA and National Coach of the Year.
11.
Which senior was the starting quarterback for the 2007 Central Florida Knights?
Correct Answer
B. Kyle Israel
Explanation
The correct answer is Kyle Israel.
12.
Chronologically, George O'Leary was which coach of the Central Florida football team?
Correct Answer
A. Eighth
Explanation
George O'Leary was the eighth coach of the Central Florida football team chronologically.
13.
Who was the coach of the Central Florida Knights when the team got its first on-campus stadium?
Correct Answer
D. George O'Leary
Explanation
George O'Leary was the coach of the Central Florida Knights when the team got its first on-campus stadium.
14.
Before Daunte Culpepper, how many NCAA players had passed for 10,000 yards and rushed 1,000?
Correct Answer
D. Two
Explanation
Before Daunte Culpepper, there were two NCAA players who had passed for 10,000 yards and rushed for 1,000 yards.
15.
In what year did Don Jonas take over as head coach of the Central Florida Knights?
Correct Answer
A. 1979
Explanation
Don Jonas took over as head coach of the Central Florida Knights in 1979.
16.
Which 2005 Central Florida player led the nation's tight ends with 75 receptions?
Correct Answer
B. Garrett Mills
Explanation
Garrett Mills is the correct answer because he led the nation's tight ends with 75 receptions in 2005 while playing for Central Florida.
17.
Which Central Florida led all returning 2006 Conference USA players with 1,178 rushing yards?
Correct Answer
C. Kevin Smith
Explanation
Kevin Smith is the correct answer because he led all returning 2006 Conference USA players with 1,178 rushing yards.
18.
Which Central Florida Knight was a record-setting punt returner?
Correct Answer
C. Joe Burnett
Explanation
Joe Burnett is the correct answer because he was a record-setting punt returner for the Central Florida Knights. This implies that he holds some significant records in punt returns, such as most yards gained or most touchdowns scored. The other options, Dan Veenstra, Curtis Francis, and Keith Shologan, do not have any known records as punt returners for the Central Florida Knights.
19.
Which Central Florida player finished a 2004 game after breaking his hand on the first play?
Correct Answer
C. Sha'reff Rashad
Explanation
Sha'reff Rashad is the correct answer because he is the Central Florida player who finished a 2004 game after breaking his hand on the first play.
20.
By what score did Central Florida lose their 2005 bowl debut?
Correct Answer
A. 49-48
Explanation
Central Florida lost their 2005 bowl debut by a score of 49-48.
21.
Which Central Florida Knight was the only freshman on the Conference USA All-Conference First Team?
Correct Answer
C. Joe Burnett
Explanation
Joe Burnett was the only freshman on the Conference USA All-Conference First Team. This suggests that he stood out among his peers and had a strong performance during his freshman year. His skills and abilities were recognized by the conference, leading to his selection for the prestigious All-Conference First Team.
22.
Which player was a member of the original Central Florida football team?
Correct Answer
D. Bill Giovanetti
Explanation
Bill Giovanetti is the correct answer because he was a member of the original Central Florida football team. This implies that the other three players listed, Wyatt Bogan, Steve Spears, and Bernard Ford, were not part of the original team.
23.
The year 1990 marked the first time Central Florida had a winning streak of how many games?
Correct Answer
A. Six
Explanation
In 1990, Central Florida had a winning streak of six games.
24.
Which 2006 Central Florida Knight rushed for 166 yards in a game before suffering an injury?
Correct Answer
A. Kevin Smith
Explanation
Kevin Smith is the correct answer because he rushed for 166 yards in a game before suffering an injury. This indicates that he was a key player for the Central Florida Knights in 2006 and had a significant impact on the team's performance.