By ROCKY STANLEY — The Independent
HUNTINGTON — Nathan McPeek, one of the top offensive linemen in Marshall University football history, will be honored Saturday afternoon at Joan C. Edwards Stadium.
McPeek will be presented an M Club blanket following the first quarter of the Thundering Herd’s game against Southern Methodist.
The former Russell High School grad started 51 consecutive games at Marshall from 2000-03.
The Marshall University M Club is similar to an alumni association.
Blankets are intended to acknowledge the positive representation recipients have provided for the university. Each blanket is prepared especially for the honoree with name and years of participation in Marshall athletics woven into the fabric.
“I’ve only been gone from there five or six years, so it’s a big honor,’’ said McPeek, now a successful high school football coach at Fairview. “I’m definitely flattered that the university would do that.’’
During McPeek’s four-year career, the Thundering Herd won three bowl games and two Mid-American Conference championships. He earned multiple all-conference honors.
“I have a lot of memories,’’ McPeek said. “We won a lot of big games. I was fortunate to play with a lot of great players and made all kind of friends that I stay in contact with.
“Last year, coach (Bobby) Pruett came and talked to the school (Fairview).’’
McPeek just finished guiding the Eagles to a second consecutive eight-win season. Fairview won a road playoff game for the second year in a row.
“Our kids did a great job,’’ McPeek said. “Our focus is to continue to work hard and get better.’’
ROCKY STANLEY can be reached at rstanley@dailyindependent.com or (606) 326-2671.
