Yale's Alex Thomas Finds His Groove on the Field and in His Hair

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Alex Thomas, the Yale football team's leading rusher, has been making waves on the field and off with his unique hairstyle, which features the word "train" shaved into the left side of his head. The Bulldogs' coach, Tom Williams, is supportive of Thomas's individual expression, saying, "I tell our guys I don't care what you look like, how you dress until it gets to Saturday." Thomas has been a key component in the team's rushing attack, and his confidence has grown with each game. He is just 74 yards shy of reaching 1,000 career rushing yards and has been aided by a consistent starting offensive line.

Key Takeaways:

  • Alex Thomas, Yale's leading rusher, has a unique hairstyle featuring the word "train" shaved into the left side of his head.
  • Thomas has been a key component in the team's rushing attack, with 639 yards in the Ivy League, making him the third-leading rusher.
  • Thomas has also caught 23 passes and is a key component in the Bulldogs' prolific passing attack.
  • The consistent starting offensive line, led by tackles Alex Golubiewski and Wes Gavin, has been a huge factor in the team's success.
  • Thomas's confidence has grown with each game, and he credits his offensive line for his success.
  • Brown coach Phil Estes believes that Thomas is a "different team when they've got Alex Thomas running."
  • Harvard coach Tim Murphy praises Thomas's toughness, physicality, and instincts, saying he is one of the top backs in the league.

Statistics:

  • Alex Thomas has 639 yards in the Ivy League, making him the third-leading rusher.
  • Thomas is just 74 yards shy of reaching 1,000 career rushing yards.
  • The Bulldogs' consistent starting offensive line has started six games for the season.
  • Alex Thomas has caught 23 passes and is a key component in the Bulldogs' prolific passing attack.
  • The Yale team's rushing attack has improved significantly since the 2007 season.

Sources:

  • "Yale's Alex Thomas finds his groove on the field and in his hair" (New Haven Register, Nov. 18)
  • McClatchy-Tribune Information Services
  • Awdry family (books about Thomas the Tank Engine)