Western Kentucky continued the announcement of its All-Century team Thursday, adding 12 names for the defensive side of the ball.
The program is celebrating the 100th season of Hilltopper football this season and the All-Century team is led by co-head coaches Jimmy Feix, the program’s all-time winningest coach, and Jack Harbaugh, leader of the 2002 national championship team and 2002 AFCA national coach of the year.
All-American defensive back and one of four retired jerseys, Virgil Livers was named the defensive side’s captain, joining offensive lineman Forrest Lamp on the offensive side of the ball in captaincy.
Special teams and one all-purpose player will be announced Friday.
The three captains were selected by virtue of their appearance on the highest percentage of ballots received.
The defense, to account for variances in defensive schemes used in the program including 4-3, 3-4, and 4-2-5, included four position players from each level of defense: line, linebacker and backs.
WKU will welcome back and recognize the entire team, when possible, for the home opener against Maine on Sept. 8 and a number of activities for the team and fans will be announced this fall.
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