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By devil lover

November 12, 2007 10:22 AM | Link to this

Eventhough Harrison lost friday night, I think they have an excellent chance since they have beaten Lowndes on the road and their avg net points score is third among the top 12 teams.

I also think that one dark horse team might get to the big dance like last year however it is hard to identify that team yet. I think after the 1st rd is played we will have a better feeling about who that might be.

Will North Cobb have to travel to Valdosta to play Lowndes because of the seating requirements if they both get to the third rd?

By devil lover

November 12, 2007 10:37 AM | Link to this

Todd, One other thing. First on Norcross, You said it right Friday when you said they have the talent and if they step up they will win…which they did. They kept the no.2 team 16 pts. under their avg while they were only 6 pts below their season average. Therefore if they continue to play at this level I think that they may surprise several teams.

It would be nice to know which teams will not qualify base upon the GHSA 5-A seating capacity rule. I think that home field during the playoffs will be important…do you Todd?

By Will

November 12, 2007 11:00 AM | Link to this

Several early round matchups will take a lot out of some teams, like Walton vs Parkview then Walton vs Harrison, N.Cobb vs P’tree Ridge then N. Cobb vs Roswell. With these matchups , its hard to forsee any of these teams running the table and winning state. I see Brookwood and Lowndes having the best matchups to reach the title game.

By Observer

November 12, 2007 11:05 AM | Link to this

TCC has the best shot at winning the title in AAAA this year. Their running game by far is the best in the state. They also can pass good enough to keep defenses out of the box. TCC defense is a solid unit also, very aggresive and fast. Tucker and Habersham are good teams, but not as good as TCC or Nswr. I see TCC playing Nswr for the championship. TCC 28 Nswr 24. It would be a helluva game.

By Warrior Woman

November 12, 2007 11:10 AM | Link to this

Aren’t your predictions and your rankings a bit inconsistent?

By HoochDad

November 12, 2007 11:15 AM | Link to this

Roswell, Roswell - I am so sick of Roswell I can’t stand it. They’ve gotten an amazing amount of undeserved deference this year as co-champions.

They should be the #3 seed in 6B-AAAAA and Hooch should be #2. Both Hooch and Roswell finished the season 8-2, both with one cross-sub-region loss, and Hooch beat Roswell head-to-head. Yet because of manipulation of the region tiebreaker process by the Roswell principal and coach just last week, which was not in accordance with the decision of the coaches pre-season, they end up with a higher seed. I’d have been perfectly happy with Hooch #3 had Roswell beat Centennial by only 2 points last week and ended up out of the playoff picture because of their own greed.

Roswell might make it past South Gwinnett, but five straight to the championship? Nope. North Cobb won’t hear of it, and there aren’t any ties this year to save them from Peachtree Ridge.

By JBatt

November 12, 2007 11:17 AM | Link to this

GO LOVEJOY GO!!!

By GT 96

November 12, 2007 11:30 AM | Link to this

Buford may be the favorite in Class AA, but they have to be annoyed (possibly even nervous) that Charlton County awaits them in the quarter finals…Can they get past the Indians this time? Really, this game ought to be the final. These are two best teams in Class AA this millineum. It is a real shame they aren’t on opposite sides of the draw.

By observer

November 12, 2007 11:30 AM | Link to this

Todd you amaze me! You cant see MLK, Valdosta, Stephenson or walton winning five straight Games, but look at there records…… MLK is 10-0, Valdosta is 8-2, Stephenson 8-2, Walton 9-1. Lets look at the facts, todd, MLK has won 10 straight which includes beating stephenson, which was number one at the time, 4 of the region state-bound playoff teams! Valdosta won six out of seven! and on top of it all 3 of the 4 teams you named play each other in the second and third round! Thats easy enough todd!Dont take a rocket scientist to figure that out!

By Question for Todd

November 12, 2007 11:39 AM | Link to this

Todd, I looked at your team by team poll predix. You have TCC vs NSWR playing for the AAAA tilte game, and you picked NSWR. I am curious have you seen TCC play this year? I have seen both teams play. Both very talented teams. NSWR would have their hands full stopping TCC’s running game. That running back Debrale Smiley aka the train they call him is on a level of his own. He rushed for 238 yards this past friday. He is the probally the best rb in the state. Not only do they have him, their QB runs the veer very good. He rushed for 234 yards also friday. With that combination that is a dangerous running game. TCC’s defense is very good also. Going of seeing both teams play so I can give a fair judgement. My prediction TCC 24 NSWR 17. The reason- Nswr will not be able to stop TCC’s running game for 4 quarters. TCC would pass enough to keep Nswr’s defense honest. Nswr would score 17 because they are able to pass. TCC defense would play very well against their running game. TCC’s head coach ED Pilcher has also coached in 6 title games at TCC and won 5. ED Pilcher and his staff would have TCC the most prepared team that Nswr has faced all year. This game would be the game of the year.

By OBSERVER

November 12, 2007 11:49 AM | Link to this

Todd, Did you attend Brookwood!!Because to stop Brookwood you have to stop Miles! Everybody in the playoffs know that! So dont think they are not preparing for it!Some of the teams they will be facing are big ,strong, and FAST! DEFENSIVELY!! You need to check the teams they will have to play defenses before you put them in the state finals!

By steve

November 12, 2007 11:54 AM | Link to this

I’m predicting an early upset with N. Cobb and Peachtree Ridge, I think Peachtree Ridge will find their way to state

By NC Fan

November 12, 2007 12:09 PM | Link to this

Steve,

If P’tree Ridge comes in and knocks NC off it will be quite a feat. I just don’t see it happening. Have you seen NC play at all this year? They have a great running back in Middleton and a QB that can hurt you with his legs or arm in Roark.

I can understand why people do not take NC as a serious threat. They have not been there before. However every team that has tradition has had to start somewhere.

I don’t see P’tree Ridge getting the job done. I don’t see Roswell being able to do it either.

The way I see it is there are only two teams that could possibly keep NC out of a trip to the dome.

Lowndes and NC thats it.

By SeminoleWarrior

November 12, 2007 12:09 PM | Link to this

Todd, Buford and Northside-WR are very fine football teams. But heed this warning: There is something special is taking place in Georgia’s Rose City. When it is all said and done, the City of Roses will be home to not one but TWO state champs this season. God forgive me but TCCHS will win in AAAA (I’m red and gold to the death) and THS will take the title in AA. GO DAWGS!!

By Todd Holcomb

November 12, 2007 12:14 PM | Link to this

Aren’t your predictions and your rankings a bit inconsistent?

Yes. Rankings are based on what you’ve done. Predictions are based on what I think you will do.

Roswell, Roswell - I am so sick of Roswell I can’t stand it.

Roswell lost two games that could’ve gone either way. Beat Brookwood. Basically bombed everbody else, although the Centennial game was close at the end. And Roswell has the experience of an ex-champion. Can run, pass, defend. Class AAAAA is wide open, but I don’t think there’s much doubt that most people would rather play Walton or Chattahoochee than Roswell right now.

By devil lover

November 12, 2007 12:14 PM | Link to this

todd, sounds like we need some angry management today. Remember this is just a sport.

By Carswell

November 12, 2007 12:22 PM | Link to this

As far as 5A and 4a I agree with your final outcomes except I think you 2nd & 3rd rounds will have different winners.

I think 3A and 1A will be different.

2A I just do not know.

By trojan57

November 12, 2007 12:29 PM | Link to this

I don’t see any real support for region 1AAAAA….. except for Lowndes… I think Tift will handle Camden on Friday night…. All 4 region 1AAAAA teams will advance to the second round. If Coffee’s OL shows up, they have a chance….. who knows?

By Brave Fan

November 12, 2007 12:31 PM | Link to this

Roswell LOST to Walton. Walton’s been destroying teams. Walton’s a team that NOBODY wants to face right now. Why no love?

By JC597

November 12, 2007 12:33 PM | Link to this

Habersham Central may have the only defense that can stop TCC’s running game.

By Widcat Mom

November 12, 2007 12:35 PM | Link to this

The AJC counted out the Lovejoy Wildcats but we surged past Westside Macon 40-16. Watch out for the WIDCATS- GO LOVEJOY!!!!!

By Megan A

November 12, 2007 12:52 PM | Link to this

GREENE COUNTY 8AA!!! With them being the Underdogs I really believe they have a good chance to make a run to the big dance with Buford. No Josh Nesbitt but these kids have HEART!!!

By justinfh88

November 12, 2007 12:56 PM | Link to this

braves fan. you have no defence. and you play in a sub-par region!

By roswell alien

November 12, 2007 12:59 PM | Link to this

HoochDad: Chattahoochee supporters need to quit whining about the tiebreaker. It wasn’t decided just last week, and even though it’s not the best way to do it, the end result is the right one.

Roswell was 7-2 in region games, Hooch was 6-2. Unless the North Carolina team you beat is a AAAAA school, Roswell was 8-2 against AAAAA opponents, Hooch was 7-2. The only reason Roswell and Chattahoochee had 2 losses in the region is because Roswell played Walton and Hooch did not. Centennial lost to both playoff teams from the other side of the region. If Hooch had played Walton, you guys might have another region loss as well.

Hooch lost to Wheeler. Roswell beat Wheeler by 31. Hooch beat Milton & Alpharetta by a combined 18 points. Roswell beat both 45-0. Hooch beat Camden & Roswell. Props to the Cougars. Hooch also lost to Wheeler & Centennial. No props there. Roswell’s 2 losses were to state caliber teams.

If you want to contend that you should be seeded higher because you beat Roswell, why should Centennial not be in the playoffs instead of you? The Cougars’ better record against the other half of the region was due to random scheduling that favored your team.

You had a chance to win the sub-region by beating Centennial at home. You couldn’t do it. Roswell had to beat Centennial & did. Given the entirety of the season, the 4 seeds from the region are exactly as they should be, although I imagine Centennial would like to play Sprayberry again for No. 4.

By Indian Fan

November 12, 2007 12:59 PM | Link to this

Todd,

As usual, the Buford love affair continues. Buford will not win the AA title. If they do not get eliminated by the team (Charlton) that has owned them for the last three seasons, they will fall to another team from S. GA.

The Wolves feast on lesser opponents that cannot get all the players that Buford targets to play for them. They like to intimidate their opponents with players that have famous fathers and/or are heavily recruited by colleges. These players wouldn’t even be going to Buford if it wasn’t for the reasons stated in the previous sentence.

Buford, when your team wanders out of their safe haven of metro Atlanta and play real teams in the state, you will be exposed for the fraud that you are. AGAIN!

Gooo CCHS Indians! (and any team that plays Cinderella)

By ColdHardTruth

November 12, 2007 1:01 PM | Link to this

Sorry HoochDad…don’t let the Facts get in the way of your Opinions..save your wrath for your Head Coach…IF he kicks the FG vs. Centennial your playing S.Gwinnett at HOME or IF he had thought through the tiebreaking Point Differential (which he proposed)your playing S.Gwinnett at Home. By the way, the “manipulation of the region tie breaker system by the Roswell Principal and Coach” is patently false unless adhering to the GHSA Constitution and By-Laws is considered “manipulation?”..that’s why your Principal and Coach didn’t appeal the decision…so with neither the Facts or the GHSA By-Laws on your side just go ahead and bang on the table…here’s an invite for you to come see the Hornets next week…you’ll have some time on your hands.

By NSHS FAN

November 12, 2007 1:16 PM | Link to this

Todd, I hope you are correct by your playoff picks from 1AAAAA. I have seen all teams play. This region will not produce a Championship this year. I cannot agree with you that Lowndes and Valdosta will defeat the likes of MLK, Roswell, Norcross, etc. This hurts to say because I am going against MY teams. I am even praying you are correct with NSWR making it to the finals.

By South Georgia Fan

November 12, 2007 1:21 PM | Link to this

Buford and Charlton should be the title game for AA, but watch for sleepers in this class. Jefferson County, Laney, Swainsboro, and Screven all have very good football teams when they show up. Jefferson has a ton of speed. Laney can hurt you with a big play. Swainsboro has s very strong defense(defense wins championships), and Screven has some talent in the backfield.(back with over 1,000yds past two years)

By Ted

November 12, 2007 1:21 PM | Link to this

Oh Indian Fan, Can you say player hater? Buford does not seek players to play for them, players and player’s parents seek Buford out, because not only does Buford have an outstanding Athletic Program, it is also a great academic school. In the past few years we have put players in Notre Dame, Duke, Georgia Tech, Georgia, Oregon, the list goes on. A lot of schools with “great” players can only get into Community Colleges and Prep schools. Now to football. We are looking forward to the 3rd round where we will play either Fitzgerald or Charlton. And as far as your comment concerning “not playing anybody”, have you ever heard of Cartersville AAA, or the Kirk Herbstreit Classic in Ohio? And by the way the team Buford had to drop to go to that game was East Coweta a 5A team Buford beat last year that has gone 9-1 this year in 5A. The larger schools just don’t want to play us. Buford may choose to move up in classification, not because of their numbers (they’re in the middle of AA Schools) but because they WANT the competition. See you in the 3rd Round if you make it!

By 2-AAAAA

November 12, 2007 1:51 PM | Link to this

FROM YOUR PREDICTIONS IT LOOKS AS IF YOU ARE GIVING REGION 2AAAAA NO RESPECT AT ALL… ALL OF THEIR TEAMS ARE GOOD AND CAN GO DEEP.. WHY DONT YOU THINK SO???

By kristin

November 12, 2007 1:52 PM | Link to this

No doubt that you didn’t pick Walton to survive for more than 1 game. You and the AJC have not given any love to Walton all season. Their RB, JJ Jackson, is No. 1 in Cobb County for rushing. Who would know it if we waited for the AJC to report it? Walton is 9-1. That record is better than Brookwood’s and they are always on the front page. Meanwhile Walton will have a 1 inch blurb that you have to search for no matter what they accomplish. I guess it’s all about politics even when it comes to high school football.

By HoochDad

November 12, 2007 1:55 PM | Link to this

The tiebreaker for Region 6 that was decided on pre-season is not the one that was used last week. If it was, there wouldn’t have been any need for all the emails and phone cals back and forth around Region 6 last week.

In any event, all the brackets are set. If you make it that far, we’ll be glad to beat y’all again in the Dome three weeks from Friday.

By Mary

November 12, 2007 1:56 PM | Link to this

Sorry to sound like an idiot, but can someone, anyone on this blog tell me WHY North Gwinnett did not make Regional Champs, and Norcross did. North only lost one game this year (to Norcross Friday), and Norcross lost one earlier in the season? Yet Norcross gets bragging rights.

I don’t understand? Please help me.

By Wes

November 12, 2007 1:57 PM | Link to this

Ted, Buford hasnt played anybody. Have you looked at the win-loss record from the team buford played in Ohio? The last time I looked at it they had only won 2 games this year, and yes I have heard of “Cartersville AAA” but they didnt even make it to the state playoffs. Buford is OVERATED. GO Charlton and everyone else from south georgia!

By AAAAReg6Fan

November 12, 2007 2:06 PM | Link to this

To JC597: Habersham Central may have the only defense that can stop TCC’s running game. Looking at the brackets Hab Central has a SERIOUS round 1 game (Marist). Wait until the outcome of that game before making predictions with TCC. Region strength plays a lot into playoff readiness. Even Todd doesn’t have faith in region R8, he predicts 3 out 4 of your teams losing in the first round, and I would bet he had to think long about this match up as well. One note, Hab Central side of the bracket is the weakest of the four, should give Hab Central fans hope.

By T.J.

November 12, 2007 2:07 PM | Link to this

Todd, I commend your brave predictions. They are sound. As anyone knows, any given night a team can lose or win. Just look at last year. Teams have evolved and are rolling into the playoffs a different team from they were at the begining at the year. Brookwood has done the best job of this for sure. Coach Crews has really earned my respect at Brookwood. Norcross has waited till the last game, but they are ready for the playoffs as well. I really see Gwinnett running away with title in AAAAA. Only one outside Gwinnett that has a shot is Lowndes. Dark horse I pick is Grayson, but it looks bad for them rolling into Norcross to play in the second round. Todd, you were going to hear it from the peanut gallery any way you predicted it. You knew that, I hope you come up solid in your picks. Lastly, I still can not get how people talk about past years outcomes. What relavence does it have to with this year. DUH!

By Playoffs??MoraSr

November 12, 2007 2:20 PM | Link to this

Hooch Dad: I agree with you that Roswell wouldn’t be considered a favorite…but they deserve to be in the “could win it”. They have one of the most potent offenses in the state. Like both of Roswell’s losses, Chattahoochee losses were by less than a 3 point combined if I am not mistaken so Hooch is a strong team as well. In all honesty, only Walton has a somewhat easy path to the semifinals. North Cobb, North Gwinnett await both Roswell and Hooch in the 2nd round if they get past the 1st.

By Hornet Nation

November 12, 2007 2:33 PM | Link to this

To HoochDad - your statement: “The tiebreaker for Region 6 that was decided on pre-season is not the one that was used last week. If it was, there wouldn’t have been any need for all the emails and phone cals back and forth around Region 6 last week.” Is totally out of line and incorrect. Roswell got the #2 seed based on the tiebreaker system that was agreed upon by the coaches before the season started and nothing more, The emails that you are referring to were started by your side because your administration suddenly did not like the tiebreaker that was in place when it was realized that you guys could end up with the #3 seed. Just go ask your coach and principal or the the state association. Get your facts straight before shooting from the hip next time. Your statement “They’ve gotten an amazing amount of undeserved deference this year as co-champions.” Tell me just how undeserved that is and why? I simply smell sour grapes here - get over it and go forward and worry about your team playing Grayson this week!

By Reg 6 FB FAN

November 12, 2007 2:39 PM | Link to this

How can anyone say that no one can stop TCC? Has no one seen the defensive teams in 6AAAA? Tucker Mays & SWD(who didnt even make the playoffs) can stop them I assure you.

By NC Fan

November 12, 2007 2:42 PM | Link to this

LOL

No love for the #1 team in the state in AAAAA. Guess the boys will have to silence all the nay sayers..

P’Tree Ridge there will be no surprise runs this year.

Roswell will have no luck either.

Warriors roll!!!

By Playoffs??MoraSr

November 12, 2007 2:56 PM | Link to this

HoochDad has alot more to be worried about..like how to get that leaky defense fixed. When we played Chattahoochee, they just had better athletes…but we almost won since they were outcoached.

Well I do think Roswell has gotten a ridiculous amount of press as opposed to Walton. Then again in that area…pretty much Roswell and Milton get most of the press (At least Roswell is a decent team).

Oh btw…Buford will win AA handsdown.

By Reality Sets In

November 12, 2007 3:00 PM | Link to this

NCFan - I’m an NC alum - played ball there 3 years. I’m here to tell you - there’s NO WAY NC makes it to the final four - let alone all the way. Cobb County football is simply not that good when compared to the rest of the state. 10-0 is a great year for NC, but it’ll all come to an end in either the 1st or 2nd round (like it has every other year).

By AAChamps

November 12, 2007 3:03 PM | Link to this

Look out for AA teams like Jefferson and Swainsboro.

By NC Fan

November 12, 2007 3:14 PM | Link to this

Reality

If what you say is true then there should never be any other teams every winning the championship other than your perinial powerhouses.

NC has one of the toughest roads if they do go all the way. They may have to play both state champs from last year. ( that sounds weird) If they do make it through that then it is on to probablly play the back to back state champs from the years prior to that.

All I know is this year NC has the talent to play with anyone on the field.

Like I said before the only teams I see being able to keep them out of the dome would be Lowndes and themselves.

By Your Funny Reg 6 FB Fan

November 12, 2007 3:15 PM | Link to this

The only team that can stop TCC’s running game is TCC. Bainbridge played a good game this past friday. At half time TCC was up 14-7. TCC went in a half made some adjustments and came back out and showed how good their running game is. The final score was 55-20. Debrale the train Smiley ran for 238 yards and the qb ran for 234. TCC threw the ball some also to keep them on the toes. TCC will 5 to 6 yard you to death every time they run it. Then they will throw in some play action to keep you honest. Then go back to the running game and break one for 80 yards. Nic Williams Bainbridge saftey Georgia commited got a taste of that when the train Smiley broke some tackles up the middle and got into a foot race down the feild, and lets just say he missed his train. That train cashed in on a 83 yard td run. It is funny to see a running back 6ft 1 240 lbs out run defensive backs. TCC vs Nswr in the championship. TCC 31 Nswr 21.

By NC Fan

November 12, 2007 3:26 PM | Link to this

Reality,

One more thing. Have you ever considered that maybe it was the mentality that you portrayed in your post that made NC a bust in years past? Winners certainly do not have that mentality of foregone defeat.

These kids have more talent than I have ever seen at NC. They also believe in themselves and their coaches. Coach Queen is a great coach way better than there has been at NC in the past.

How about showing a little bit of faith in your old school…

I do agree with you that on a year in and year out basis Cobb does not put out the caliber of football as some other regions in the state. But certain years and teams can break that mold.

Go Warriors

By BwoodFan

November 12, 2007 3:49 PM | Link to this

To Observer:

everyone since about the fourth game of the season new that they were going to have to stop Kenny. Grayson, who was supposed to have one of the stoutest defense in AAAAA new it and how well did they do?

The game plan might be to stop Kenny, but A. thats easier said than done. B. Coach Crews is no idiot and has an alternate game plan if he sees teams stacking the box. C. Its not like Brookwood cant pass. We just dont need to. Not when you’ve got a commit to USC as a running back running behind our offensive line. 2000 yards in the regular season isnt simply because the other teams werent planning to stop the run. Its because they couldnt.

Anyways…

God I hope NG wins their first round so we can destroy them in the second.

Brookwood all the way, hands down.

By Brave Fan

November 12, 2007 3:58 PM | Link to this

Kristin, you are absolutely correct.

Todd, can you see Walton in the semis, at least?

By Bronco Mom

November 12, 2007 4:21 PM | Link to this

Todd, it is going to be BROOKWOOD all the way!!!

By HabFan

November 12, 2007 5:18 PM | Link to this

My goodness….after reading the TCC and R6 fan base posts, I am not sure if little ol Hab Central should show up for the playoffs…nah, I think we will play the games.

By JC597

November 12, 2007 5:29 PM | Link to this

To AAAAReg6Fan: Tucker is the only real team in 6-AAAA this year. Since there are so many teams in that region (and no subregions), none of those teams play anyone outside 6-AAAA. Mays came up to Habersham for the playoffs last year and we handled them with virtually the same team we have now.

Marist and St. Pius stand a good chance in the playoffs for one good reason, though - solid coaching. Marist consistently makes up for its lack of talent due to an amazing head coach and staff.

The difference this year is Marist will have to pass the ball to beat Habersham.

Don’t brag about Region strength when you play the following teams every year: North Springs, Stone Mountain, Lakeside, Miller Grove, Columbia, and Cedar Grove.

It’s hard for a region to claim superiority when you play no outside teams. How do you quantify it? There is really no way to measure 6-AAAA’s strength until this coming Friday.

As far as Todd picking 3 of 4 8-AAAA teams to lose: Obviously Tucker will take care of Clarke Central. Habersham-Marist should be a relatively good game. Habersham owes Marist since they knocked us out of the quarterfinals in ‘84 and ‘90. Don’t think the small-town fans have forgotten about that. The crowd should be huge and loud.

I think Salem will beat St. Pius, and Cedar Shoals stands a good chance against Mays. If Mays actually scores some points (Mays is only averaging 15.2 ppg), it should be interesting.

By GwinnettFan

November 12, 2007 5:33 PM | Link to this

Todd, you are consistent. Even though you were 50% correct in your earlier prediction.

I predict an all-Gwinnett final.

I know, Region 1 had 6 teams make it to the quarter finals in the past 3 years. But, too many metro teams have beaten up on them. I just don’t see Valdosta or Lowndes keeping up with Kenny and the metro defenses are proven better than either Valdosta or Lowndes.

By NTH Trojans

November 12, 2007 5:49 PM | Link to this

slalom 1, Where are you at man? I need someone to talk AAA playoffs with. It’s looking like a tough opening weekend for two of the 2AAA teams. Todd doesn’t think that Shaw can get Cairo. Todd, I agree with your picks in AAA, for the most part. I believe that Shaw will get by Cairo, but that’s about the only second round game that I might disagree with. There’s the possibility of some upsets this weekend, Shaw/Peach, Gainesville/Westminster, Henry Co/Harris Co, Hart Co/Sandy Creek, and LaGrange/Perry to name a few.

By homet

November 12, 2007 5:49 PM | Link to this

Todd…as usual the AJC & yourself are giving East Paulding NO CREDIT whatsoever!…Marist let Mays whip them AT HOME and then DISRESPECT the entire Marist team, fans and their home field!…

Well we got a little thing called “The Boneyard” over here at East Paulding…let em try that with the 10 & 0 Region Champ East Paulding Raiders!

Maybe after THAT game you will give the Raiders the credit and respect they deserve for the year they just had!…

Next Year AAAAA!!!!!…Go Raiders!

By joe informed

November 12, 2007 6:44 PM | Link to this

i can see that people are picking the usual teams that do good in the playoffs but i dont think the teams that people are picking are as strong as people think they are an the ones u think are not as weak as people think. we see that no thinks that NC HAS A CHANCE AND THERE # 1 N THE STATE. STUPID TO ME.also i think people should not sleep on stephenson or mlk who are very good

By joe informed

November 12, 2007 6:44 PM | Link to this

i can see that people are picking the usual teams that do good in the playoffs but i dont think the teams that people are picking are as strong as people think they are an the ones u think are not as weak as people think. we see that no thinks that NC HAS A CHANCE AND THERE # 1 N THE STATE. STUPID TO ME.also i think people should not sleep on stephenson or mlk who are very good

By blackdiamund

November 12, 2007 6:58 PM | Link to this

Brookwood fans are saying things now that sound eerily similar to 2005. I’d be careful talking smack about football down I-75 in Winnersville. You may have handle Valdosta 7 weeks ago, but it is playoff time. Everyone knows about the dose of humility Lowndes gave them in ‘05.

By NCHS warrior

November 12, 2007 7:03 PM | Link to this

North CObb is AMAZING! do not think they cant make it to the dome! they r 10-0. i am in the marching band and i believe that they are the best team no matter what! Get Like US!

By Ray Smets

November 12, 2007 7:17 PM | Link to this

im sorry guys but… marist all the way. no seriously… marist all the way

By JC597

November 12, 2007 7:24 PM | Link to this

Todd… you’re late for an appointment. I stayed at work late just to read your pearls of wisdom.

By mikefresh

November 12, 2007 7:24 PM | Link to this

i agree with the rankings i think that tucker will win AAAA and im calling north hall to run the table and win state… and in AAAAA i have lowndes wining it all

By devil lover

November 12, 2007 7:38 PM | Link to this

Todd, I think you owe us and explanation on why you are picking Roswell over NC?

Besides losing to the Hooch and Walton, Roswell only beat Centennial by 7 pts. Now Centennial lost to S. Cobb by 23, Walton by 20 and Sprayberry by 20. I think you are fixated on Roswell because they beat Brookwood but only by 3 pts.

So tell us why you disagree with 99% of the bloggers concerning Roswell?

By Alex

November 12, 2007 7:41 PM | Link to this

Mary: Norcross is the region champions and get the bragging rights because both schools have the same region record, but we (Norcross) won the head to head, two years in a row mind you. Now I’m not going to discredit North they have a great team. They were simply out played by a stronger more versatile team.

By dougherty trojan 12

November 12, 2007 7:45 PM | Link to this

The best temas that I have seen this year are TCC AND THS.Central and Thomasville both are dominant.Central has the train and  the quaterback runs like micheal vick,they will beat Northside.Thomasville,whew dominanting defense and that all-american takle they have on defense whew.You read it here first there will be two championships in Thomasville this year.

By JC597

November 12, 2007 7:58 PM | Link to this

Todd, I’m really starting to get worried about you. Post something to let us know you’re ok. Hopefully everything is fine - I’d really hate it if Maxie took over Mondays.

By Reeze

November 12, 2007 8:15 PM | Link to this

Hab fan:You are correct. Why should there be playoff rounds for AAAA when TCC’s D Train is running wild over teams .Just leave TCC out of the mix and let everyone else fight it out for second.Just give them the trophy and rings tommorrow.Forget about NSWR,Tucker,EP,Fayette Co. being undefeated as well or Hab Cent,Baldwin,Dalton with one loss,we all must be lucky .When TCC and the D train runs these top rank defenses in AAAA will just fall apart i guess as Dutchtown,Meadowcreek,Colquitt,Americus,Lee Co and Bainbridge awesome defenses did, Kids of Tijaun Green or Tavarres Kings caliber i guess will just lay down to TCC’s awesome defense.To the rest of the AAAA fans .Let me hear from you.

By will

November 12, 2007 8:17 PM | Link to this

todd why arent you sold on walton

By mikefresh

November 12, 2007 8:25 PM | Link to this

RAY SMETS

you really think marist is going to go all the way???? habersham will put them in thier place as a team of the past habersham is more explosive than marist from what i’ve seen in the tapes so far. my question to you is what are your plans for stoping mr.king and hachett??? and daniel franklin is going to be in that back field faster than you can blink can you boys from atlanta find your way to the mountains ok or do i need to give directions????????

By mikefresh

November 12, 2007 8:32 PM | Link to this

hey reeze

im with you all the way what are the teams like tucker going to do when they run up on tcc??? and habersham i guess doesnt even need to get on the chesse and make the ride down there to play??? fayette county is really good from what i’ve saw so far and you can go on and on lol

and todd you have mays beating cedar grove????? mays is playing cedar shoals maybe thats why you picked mays to win?? cedar shoals is a good team there a little young but they should put up a good game agree?????? would you like to repick that game and where’s your love for oconee lol????

By Randy

November 12, 2007 8:33 PM | Link to this

Todd, In your picks you had Mays defeating Cedar Grove. They might beat Cedar Grove, but they may have some trouble with Cedar Shoals. Don’t sell 8-AAAA short, There are some very fine teams in this area.Welcome Marist to Raider Stadium, This time, our house, our turf. All The Way Raiders.

By Wildcats#1!!!!!!

November 12, 2007 8:42 PM | Link to this

If Schley Co. can get by Clinch Co. They have a good chance of making it to the dome……NO ROOM FOR HATERS!!!!!!!!

By observer

November 12, 2007 8:46 PM | Link to this

Reeze just wait your team might get a chance to try and catch the D-Train. I can not wait to watch and see them try. TCC’s D-TRAIN is not the only threat, they have a qb and two other running backs that are very good. When it’s all said and done Reeze just remeber that guy on the blog saying “I told you so”.:)

By observer

November 12, 2007 8:46 PM | Link to this

Reeze just wait your team might get a chance to try and catch the D-Train. I can not wait to watch and see them try. TCC’s D-TRAIN is not the only threat, they have a qb and two other running backs that are very good. When it’s all said and done Reeze just remember that guy on the blog saying “I told you so”.:)

By Reeze

November 12, 2007 8:48 PM | Link to this

Mikefresh,Please…… tell me you can recognize sarcasism……..LOL

By Just Fair

November 12, 2007 8:51 PM | Link to this

Todd/AJC at one time ranked Stephenson #1. Todd said that MLK could not defeat teams such as Stephenson, Douglass & Redan. Well, Stephenson fell and MLK went on to defeat them all. Todd isn’t always correct!

By mikefresh

November 12, 2007 8:55 PM | Link to this

of course i can lol but do you really think that tcc is the best team in AAAA???

By mikefresh

November 12, 2007 8:55 PM | Link to this

of course i can lol but do you really think that tcc is the best team in AAAA???

By NHS eagle fan

November 12, 2007 8:59 PM | Link to this

Finals in dome this year..Yes or No

By NHS eagle fan

November 12, 2007 9:00 PM | Link to this

NSWR may have a suprise for all of the AAAA teams. Just wait and see.

By NHS eagle fan

November 12, 2007 9:03 PM | Link to this

TCC does a lot of big talking for a team out of a small region. Try playing some 5-A teams first before you do some talking.

By Randy

November 12, 2007 9:17 PM | Link to this

To NSWR Fan, When you reach the top rung of the ladder, there is only one direction of travel. I believe someone will knock NSWR off the ladder in 07.

By Viking

November 12, 2007 9:32 PM | Link to this

May not happen this year but the folks in my home town have been waiting for decades for a championship game between Lowndes and Valdosta…sooner or later.

By will

November 12, 2007 9:33 PM | Link to this

walton will be the new state champ

By slalom1

November 12, 2007 9:33 PM | Link to this

To: “NTH Trojans” The AAA fans must have gone to sleep early tonight. But, I am certain they will be back. The AAAAA fans spew the same old tired line of “enrollment”, while the TCC fans are obcessed with a running back whose name must surely be derived from “Debra”. That is about all I am getting from this latest blog. BORING. But, as far as the first round of the AAA play-offs, you are right. There could be some major upsets. Bottom line is, nobody really knows what anybody has until they began to play region against region. Like you, I would be shocked to see the syrup people pull an upset against Shaw. But, anything could happen. Just wish that more of the arrogant AAAAA fans would be forced to play some of the top teams in AAA and AAAA. They might learn some humility. Probably not, unless they are Newnan fans, who have seen their AAAAA team lose to AAA Carrollton 4 years in a row.

By NHS eagle fan

November 12, 2007 9:36 PM | Link to this

You are right about being on top and that is where NSWR will be at the end of the season. Everyone has talked the talk but no one but us has walked the walk. Will see who will be standing tall at the end. NSWR has a 25 game win streak because they are just that good.

By Raider from the start

November 12, 2007 9:40 PM | Link to this

Todd, I read where you can’t respond tonight due to technical difficulties. We will hear from you when you clear things up. I already hear you loud and clear when you pick East Paulding to lose in the 2nd round. You could just as easily have picked them to win. I say this because I know you don’t know anything about this team. No coverage from AJC throughout the season means no knowledge. You do have your preconceived idea about this team and this region. The same thing happened last year. When this team reached the semi-finals in the dome you said you were “surprised”. Well if you covered us just a little you wouldn’t have to be surprised. You would know we are a fine team with very good athletes and a very fine coaching staff. I predict we will “surprise” you again this year. As usual I end with, we will both know for sure when they play the game. Talk really doesn’t matter. Let’s get it on.

By NHS eagle fan

November 12, 2007 9:41 PM | Link to this

Try NSWR has beaten two 5-A teams last three years. Before then they were a 5-A team and made it to the semi-finals twice then only losing to Parkview and Lownes.

By WHS Raider

November 12, 2007 9:41 PM | Link to this

Hey Walton fans dont worry about all these crazy predictions.Im a walton footbal player/starter and were not gonna let any of you down we did it once this season against North Gwinett and trust me it didnt feel good! I love being the underdog no ones giving us a chance but ourselves… People love to hate on our region good luck to the rest of the 6-AAAAA teams… GO RAIDERS!!

By AAAAReg6Fan

November 12, 2007 9:42 PM | Link to this

To JC597: I see you show your true colors and you are a Hab Central fan. Great, we in reg 6 are looking for fans from reg 8 that have swagger, because that’s what you will see Friday under the lights, along with speed on both sides of the ball, not to mention great special teams play from region 6 teams. Yes, region 6 does not play outside its region, due to the number of teams, but the teams that make up this region, have some of the best athletes in the state. Every Friday night is like playing and watching the SEC (Tucker= LSU, Mays=Florida, Marist=Georgia SPX=Tenn). Each region 6 team, has a team full of DIV I players. The one thing I will say, you better have speed and power at every position, including your non skill positions. I wouldn’t speak loudly, with teams like Heritage, Alcovy (where in the state is this school), Rockdale (who dekalb county kids beat up on in youth football every year), Madison County, Loganville (ask them about Tucker in 2007 State basketball), Winder-Barrow & Jackson Co (who should be playing in a lower classification) would not beat region 6 weaker teams. While speaking on Todd picks, you are right about the Tucker match up and I would agree with you on the Marist/Hab Central game (would like to be there myself), that’s the only possible loss that I see. The other two games, Mays/Cedar Shoals (Cedar Shoals better score quickly and often, because Mays’ defense is very physical and fast 8 pts a game) and SPX/Salem (Salem better play smart and able to stop the run and the great coaching, SPX want commit turnovers, you can ask this year’s #2, AJC poll team). It appears to me that region 8 has just as many teams as region 6, when you combine the two subregions, which, in most cases, doesn’t produce the 4 best teams (a lot of people would agree Upson Lee and Westside Macon should have been in the playoffs, along with Eastside) , head-to-head, there is no speculation about which team is better. Region 6 on deck…

By Observer

November 12, 2007 9:44 PM | Link to this

NHS Eagle fan you want to talk about TCC’s region, and you do not even know where the title game is being played. Don’t get me wrong Nswr is a good team. Nswr will have to make it past tucker in order to even play TCC. Granted TCC has to play well week to week. I have seen TCC’s bracket. As long as they play their A game they will win the first 2 rounds with no problem. 3rd round will be a better challenge, but not good enough to beat TCC. Dome game will be a very good game also, but TCC will be fine. State Title game TCC vs either Nswr or Tucker. TCC wins title no matter who they play by 10 points. Have a nice night.

By 1 -AAAAA

November 12, 2007 9:48 PM | Link to this

Valdosta/Lowndes in Championship game - no one can stop Lowndes and Valdosta is 10 times better than they were early in the season - face the facts - The best teams in the State 1-AAAAA

By jaybo

November 12, 2007 9:49 PM | Link to this

OK Reeze, you want to talk about TCC’s schedule, what tough teams did NSWR play other than Baldwin and Westside Macon? We played a very tough Cairo and Thomasville teams. Wait a minute before yo go there, I know Cairo is AAA, but they can easily be in AAAA and they are a very talented football team. Thomasville is having a great season as well. Tift Co. is also a playoff team from 1-AAAAA. All of that is neither here nor there, we’ll see yawl at the Jacket’s Nest for the title. Good luck at trying to stop the D-TRAIN. CHOO CHOO, GET OUT OF THE WAY THERE’S A TRAIN ON THE TRACK!!!!!!!

By jaybo

November 12, 2007 9:55 PM | Link to this

Come on Salom1, lets not take personal shots like that. This is not the place for taking a personal shot at how a kid received his name. Grow up a little and lets keep it about football.

By NTH Trojans

November 12, 2007 9:59 PM | Link to this

slalom, So, what do you think is the most likely upset this weekend? My personal pick is either Gainesville over Westminster or Harris Co over Henry Co, or possibly Sandy Creek over Hart Co. All three should be great games along with Shaw/Peach Co and LaGrange/Perry. Oh yeah, Ipersonally think that North Hall will win it all. Big surprise, huh?

By Marist Fan

November 12, 2007 10:24 PM | Link to this

To JC597: You make good, valid points about our region and most of us are anxious to see how R6 does in the playoffs. Basically what we base our conclusions on is the speed in our region and the number of D1 prospects on the teams. Tucker has between 8-12 D1 prospects. Cedar Grove, who didn’t make the playoffs, have a GA commit at RB and Josh Jarboe, Top 11 receiver. Mays, although classless, is great on D. Washington is stacked, played well, but is young, and didn’t have a winning record. The Marist coaches, players, & fans know Habersham has a great team; the unknown is that you’ve played few teams with winning records. It should be interesting and I hope you guys underestimate us, as do most teams.

By Ed NSHS Fan

November 12, 2007 10:30 PM | Link to this

All I am hearing from TCC fans is, D-Train! I am sure a lot of coaches know about him> although I haven’t heard of any major Schools recruiting him(I just don’t know). Now TCC fans, please don’t brag to the point of getting this guy hurt. Know one wants to see any of our athletes hurt but if I was still playing as a linebacker, he would be fish in the bowl for me. Why? because of your trash talking. I have not seen nor heard of any other AAAA school just putting down “everyone” like TCC fans. Personally, I am listing all of TCC bloggers handles because if TCC loses along the way, it will be open season on them.

By Check this out

November 12, 2007 10:48 PM | Link to this

go to bainbridgega.com and go down to sports and click on Thomas County takes Bearcats and watch the video. Watch the running game that TCC has and play action pass. Debrale Smiley is getting recruited by all major D-1 teams, Aub, GA, FSU, etc. On the video watch the run he makes up the middle leaving Bainbridge’s safty and qb #7 all american commited to UGA Nick Williams. TCC fans are not bad mouthing any of the other teams, we just know that this year we have a good shot at winning state.

By mikefresh

November 12, 2007 11:04 PM | Link to this

AAAAreg6fan

before you start slaming 8-AAAA you need to chaeck some stuff out first the region isnt as weak as you may think winder barrow beat two playoff teams this year in oconee county and apalachee now granted they were from 8-AAA but still… and alocvy is only in thier second year of football so you gotta give them a break… heritage is in a year of rebuilding but still played well this year and could beat a weaker6-AAAA team and i will agree rockdale couldnt beat a pop warner football team but with all this said i think 8-AAAA verus 6-AAAA should be great this weekend

By BHS fan

November 12, 2007 11:10 PM | Link to this

I just saw the video on TCC. S_ _ _ _ we are going to have our hands full with that running game. We are good, but lets just say we will have to play our best game we have ever played in the history of BHS football to beat TCC. I have heard of TCC’s running back the train, now seeing what he can do I am a believer. To be that big and fast as he is it’s amazing. TCC’s QB is very fast and mobile also. We will have to buckle up and hold on.

By BHS fan

November 12, 2007 11:11 PM | Link to this

I just saw the video on TCC. S_ _ _ we are going to have our hands full with that running game. We are good, but lets just say we will have to play our best game we have ever played in the history of BHS football to beat TCC. I have heard of TCC’s running back the train, now seeing what he can do I am a believer. To be that big and fast as he is it’s amazing. TCC’s QB is very fast and mobile also. We will have to buckle up and hold on.

By cj

November 12, 2007 11:31 PM | Link to this

to slalom1 and Nth. The best games will be in the AAA. Its time defense thats going to get lagrange and carver to the dome. I think shaw has an easy road to the dome.

By Gwinnett Dad

November 12, 2007 11:39 PM | Link to this

Brookwood will run into somebody just as strong as they are, and then there will be the moment of truth. If somehow a spark of originality and luck smile upon Brookwood, they have a real chance to go far. The Seniors know just how long a trip home from Valdosta can be when one has had their butts whipped, so there should be no over-confidence. Maybe, just maybe, one additional player, Daniel Peek, who isn’t in uniform but is still considered a member of the team, might help lead them all the way. It would make for quite a story.

By EP SENIOR '08

November 12, 2007 11:40 PM | Link to this

why all this talk of TCC? this is the first time all year ive heard anyone mention them. who are they? D-Train? no train can run over EP’s Ryan Kirby, Zach Gonosz, and Jahron Brown. Speaking of which, Jahron Brown is a huge FULLBACK who out runs every defensive back we’ve faced, including Cherokee’s John Valentine. Our speed is amazing, and our defense is the toughest. Yes we lost one of our best w/ Austin Woityra having a season/career ending injury, but we bounced back and have owned everyone we’ve faced. If our defense is fired up like they were at the Cherokee game, not even the New England Patriots would score on them. Get over TCC and NSWR and look closer at the real teams, not the big-headed teams. Im not sayin EP will take it all the way, cuz u cant precisely predict wat will happen, but give EP respect for finally letting loose the BEAST FROM THE EAST. Oh, and dont count out Douglas Co. either, they will give Tucker a fight to match The Thrilla in Manilla. Well, im sure you kids have to contradict everything i’ve said so ill stop now and let you close-minded people predict your AAAA playoff outcomes.

By Roger

November 12, 2007 11:55 PM | Link to this

NTH Trojans, I agree that there are several first round upset alerts; it would not suprise me if peach upsets shaw, sandy creek over hart or chamblee over flowery branch. I personally think that the chamblee vs flowery branch game will be one of the best first round games; I see a bunch of points being scored in that game. What do you think about that game and which first round game do you think will be the best? Go NEGA teams!!!!

By go to http://bainbridgega.com

November 12, 2007 11:56 PM | Link to this

EP Senior 08 you want to know who TCC is check out last weeks game at http://bainbridgega.com go to sports and click on Thomas County takes bearcats, and watch the video. Actions speak louder than words.

By nchs fan

November 13, 2007 5:50 AM | Link to this

TODD from what i’ve herd the playoffs should be played as it usualy played and in next year the champ game will be played in the dome is that correct

By nchs fan

November 13, 2007 5:51 AM | Link to this

TODD from what i’ve herd the playoffs should be played as it usualy played and in next year the champ game will be played in the dome is that correct

By mark

November 13, 2007 7:17 AM | Link to this

nswr will remain undefeated and win back to back champions has everyone forgot about tijuan green who has 24 touchdowns this year 19 of them in the first half of games he has seldom been used in the second half because of the dominant defense that northside owns teams average about 1,3 yards a play .

By devil lover

November 13, 2007 7:17 AM | Link to this

Class AAAAA is wide open, but I don’t think there’s much doubt that most people would rather play Walton or Chattahoochee than Roswell right now. by Todd

Todd, I am not to sure about your comment. Walton is coming off of nine straight wins most of them by more than 20 pts and the Hooch has been one of the more exciting teams this year beating both Roswell and Camden County on the road. Between common opponents, Walton has scored 41 more pts and of course has beaten Roswell even though only by 3 pts.

It appears to me, that Walton is playing at a very high level and should be a very dangerous team to play this time of the year. I think the Harrison match up in the 2nd rd will tell us a lot about Walton. But I disagree with your comment.

By DirtDobber

November 13, 2007 7:36 AM | Link to this

To HoochDad …
The subregion played within the rules agreed to up front. If u dont like it you will have to influence ur coach to propose and vote on changes at the next subregion meeting. If u r unwilling to do that then SHUT UP !

By DirtDobber

November 13, 2007 7:53 AM | Link to this

Sorry but cannot help but respond again to HoochDad and his delusions.

You act like there is some favoritism toward Roswell through the bracket determination process .

Gee wiz dude. Hooch already beat Roswell once and you are still whining.

Go back on your meds . U will be ok in the morning . If u hear the name “Roswell” again dont worry about it . It is just a naturally occurring phenomina . U will hear it again and again over the coming weeks. If u continue to get sick just stick ur head over the toilet - we hate it when u puke on the carpet !

By Toby Cash

November 13, 2007 7:58 AM | Link to this

Todd, I think Tift County has a shot at Camden. Tift had to survive a very tough 1AAAAA schedule and Camden is coming from a very weak 3AAAAA region.

By homet

November 13, 2007 7:59 AM | Link to this

To the Bainbridge video poster & all the TCC “boosters”…I just watched the video…This “Train” from TCC broke a number of fine runs…BUT…if your “D” line had wrapped him up at the line and busted him a few times you would have seen a entirely different game!

This kid hasn’t been hit yet like he is going to be in the “BONEYARD”, sure he runs great against the AAA teams he faced this year and the 0 for nothing teams he ran on, but again since the AJC refuses to remind you…The East Paulding Raiders are 5 AAAA “UNDEFEATED 10 & 0” REGIONS CHAMPIONS!

This is what your TCC, your Mays, your Marist will be facing when they travel to Paulding County this year!!!

GO RAIDERS!!!

By 1# NHS Eagle Fan

November 13, 2007 8:00 AM | Link to this

I do believe that some of our guys that are on the NSWR team this year were in the game when we beat TCC in 2005 14-7. They know what to expect out of them. That is if TCC gets that far in the play offs.

By Jaybird229

November 13, 2007 8:05 AM | Link to this

I don’t think Shaw will get beaten by Peach County. Actually I don’t think it will even be close, because I’ve heard from a source that Peach County is in disarray. Besides revenge will also play a factor in that game as well. Their second round game against Cairo will be interesting as well. If Cairo wins, it will be an upset, especially since Shaw has beaten them the last two times they’ve played in the playoffs (2000 and 2004). TCC Fans are quite cocky on here, but that’s nothing new. But we’ll all see in five weeks whether all the trash talk from every team has been warranted.

By CCHS1996

November 13, 2007 8:07 AM | Link to this

Everybody in the metro Atlanta area, please keep picking against Charlton County! Darryl Maxie didn’t teach you folks anything over the last couple of years about picking every other team but Charlton to win the title. And as far as Buford is concerned, in the famous words of Dennis Greene, “if you want to crown them, then crown their you know what.” We’ll keep winning titles and you folks in north Ga can keep wishing..

By devil lover

November 13, 2007 8:10 AM | Link to this

Correction. Walton has only scored 18 more pts than Roswell between common opponents.

By southgwinnettsenior08

November 13, 2007 8:18 AM | Link to this

i am a player for south gwinnett and i hope that everyone is ready for a suprise because we are headed to the state championship this year

By Jaybird229

November 13, 2007 8:32 AM | Link to this

Yeah south gwinnett that would be a surprise. I might as well start calling you and your teammates Cinderella cause you’ll need a motivational beating from your wicked stepmother and evil step sisters to pull that off. But good luck and don’t let me discourage you, but hopefully ya’ll can get outta the first round against Roswell. Shouldn’t you be in class anyway?

By KooGar

November 13, 2007 8:39 AM | Link to this

DirtDobber, you need a chill pill. Roswell and Chattahoochee each have 8-2 records, each have one cross-region loss, each have one sub-region loss. The only difference between the two teams is that Roswell’s sub-region loss was a head to head match up with Chattahoochee. I don’t know what would have happened if Chattahoochee received a fair shake from the referees at Wheeler. I don’t know what would have happened if Gary Grace could have played against Centenniel or if the team kicked a field goal at the end of the game. I don’t know if Hooch should be undefeated and it doesn’t matter. The fact is that Hooch is 8-2 as is Roswell. The fact is that Hooch lined up to play Roswell on its field and beat them. While no one can change the current playoff seeding, I understand the frustration of Hooch players and fans when their team, with an identical record to Roswell, is seeded lower than the team it defeated. If both teams are fortunate to get through the early rounds of the playoffs, they will have a chance to meet in the semi-finals. And if Chattahoochee beats Roswell a second time, you will have another chance to explain why Roswell is the better team using non-sensical tie breaker rules.

By Reeze

November 13, 2007 8:53 AM | Link to this

TCC fans ,I viewed the TCC/Bainbridge video and I only saw poor tackling from both defenses.I hope you guys offense execute better than what’s on the video,because if we do get a chance to play each other NSWR defense will eat you alive.

By Fayette Tiger Mom

November 13, 2007 8:58 AM | Link to this

Todd, your prediction contradicts what I think is going to happen between Baldwin and Fayette County. You may be setting yourself up for a major upset. The TIGERS have set many records this year despite the team’s previous history. See You at the GEORGIA DOME!!! Words from a supportive mom! Mrs. BLT!!!!

By Hornet Nation

November 13, 2007 9:01 AM | Link to this

KooGar - get the chip off your shoulder. You are embarrassing yourself and the Hooch! You need to worry about Grayson this week.

By KooGar

November 13, 2007 9:27 AM | Link to this

Hornet Nation, I am worried about Grayson. Every game from here on out will be tough. Grayson is a very good team with an excellent defense. If Hooch gets a couple of its starters back at the skill positions, Hooch should do well. But no matter who plays, four quarters of football will determine the better team, which is a point lost on some bloggers and fans of other schools.

By TCCjacketfan

November 13, 2007 9:44 AM | Link to this

To Reeze,jaybird and all other TCC doubters:

I have to agree with you that with what little video footage was shown, why would you beleive all of our hype. I really wasn’t that impressed with the highlights because all of the “real highlights” took place after the video stopped. At the end of the video it shows a 21-20 score. Well, the final score was 55-20. Yes, there was some definite sloppyness on both offense and defense. I think our QB, whom had 234 yds. rushing, graded out at a 69 for the game. He had a very poor 1st qtr. and mediocre 2nd qtr.. But in the 2nd half he was almost unstopable. Defensively we played pretty decent, but we had some badly missed tackles and a few blown coverages. As the game went on, we fixed the problems and that was that.

All in all, I’m pretty pleased with where we are headed and our effort last friday. We were coming out of an off week, and the previous 3 games were our easiest of the year. This was the first time since the Cairo game that any team has come and hit us in the mouth. But after we shook off all the rust, we did just what we do with most teams, we stomped them.

You know it seems so funny to me that all of the Northside fans that had proclaimed their team the “Greatest Ga team of all time” are now so put off by the confidence of the TCC faithfull. Sounds like a lot of insecurity on your part. Deep down you don’t seem so confident by judging your reactions to our success. Are we a sure bet to win? No, but we keep getting better. And all of you that talk about your team that beat us in 2005 14-7, if you want to use that game and compare this team to that one, go right ahead. But you will be shocked at the difference of that team versus this team. You see, all of you have only seen about 10 - 12 plays of us all year. But I have seen most of the highlights of each game for Northside, East Paulding, and a few of the other contenders. I haven’t seen anybody we can’t beat. Am I making a guarantee? No, but that’s just because I beleive that put’s forth bad Karma.

By Todd Holcomb

November 13, 2007 9:56 AM | Link to this

Sorry for the absence last night. … Technical problems at the AJC kept me from posting w/ my AJC account, but everyone else was fine. I’m not sure I can explain that. …

Here is what I was going to post at 7 p.m. After that, I’ll catch up on the rest.

NC HAS A CHANCE AND THERE # 1 N THE STATE. STUPID TO ME.also i think people should not sleep on stephenson or mlk who are very good

It wasn’t I who said North Cobb had no chance. … And I agree w/ your advice about Stephenson or MLK, but because Region 2 doesn’t play the other top teams in AAAAA, there’s no way to know about them until the playoffs.

as usual the AJC & yourself are giving East Paulding NO CREDIT whatsoever.

I know it. I even dropped EP this week and hoped no one would notice. … Sorry, but I just don’t think this is a team’s that’s going far.

Todd, can you see Walton in the semis, at least?

Yes, if the Raiders can beat the Hoyas.

Cobb County football is simply not that good when compared to the rest of the state.

Neither was Gwinnett until 1992. Things can change. Harrison beat Lowndes. Walton beat Roswell. North Cobb is 10-0 in the state’s toughest region.

Roswell has gotten a ridiculous amount of press as opposed to Walton.

If Walton had won state last year, returned 75 percent of its starters and gone 8-2 with a pair of nail-biter losses, it would be the other way around. There’s no other reason for the media to favor Roswell over Walton.

Buford hasnt played anybody. … Buford is OVERATED. GO Charlton and everyone else from south georgia!

Not sure that Charlton County’s schedule sparkles, either. Clinch County is good, but a Class A school. Savannah Christian is Lovett. Buford has won every game by 21 or better.

By Gwinnett Dad

November 13, 2007 10:07 AM | Link to this

Camden County is an excellent team, for sure, but their lack of competition may be their Achilles heel. The reclassification of the school districts has just been released. Camden County is the only 3-AAAAA school left in 5A, four are headed to 4A and three to 3A. As good as Camden County might be, we may never know, since they truly haven’t played anybody except when they lost to Chattahoochee. They simply may never have evolved to be the team they could have been. Maybe next year they can play Lowndes and Valdosta, among others, which might make them achieve an excellence which has escaped them most often, except for their one championship year.

By Homet

November 13, 2007 10:13 AM | Link to this

“as usual the AJC & yourself are giving East Paulding NO CREDIT whatsoever.

I know it. I even dropped EP this week and hoped no one would notice. … Sorry, but I just don’t think this is a team’s that’s going far.”

No Problem Todd…You and the AJC are what you are…There is a REASON you had to close the West Georgia office and distribution center for the AJC…NO ONE OVER HERE READS THE AJC ANYWAY!!!…

But you can watch Channel 5 and they will keep you updated week to week as the East Paulding Raiders advance to the State Finals!!!

By DirtDobber

November 13, 2007 10:14 AM | Link to this

KooGar … I never questioned Hooch or their win over R . They won fair and square . It is “water under the bridge”.

My jab was directed at HoochDad who continues to whine over bracket placement. Next time you jab at me make it about something I actually said you freakin imbecile !!!

Am sure R would invite a second matchup . And oh , by the way , my dog IS bigger than your dog .

By KooGar

November 13, 2007 10:35 AM | Link to this

DirtDobber, there you go again, you tell people to shut up, you tell them to puke in toilets, and now you are calling them names. Now really, who is the imbecile? But then again, maybe I’m a little slow. I have no idea what you are talking about by bragging that “your dog is bigger than my dog.” But if we’re talking about the players on the respective teams, my Dog plays defense and he’s pretty big and he hits really hard. He introduced himself to your dogs several times back on October 12th. If your dog is bigger, God bless you.

By Todd Holcomb

November 13, 2007 10:52 AM | Link to this

I think you owe us and explanation on why you are picking Roswell over NC? … Besides losing to the Hooch and Walton, Roswell only beat Centennial by 7 pts. Now Centennial lost to S. Cobb by 23, Walton by 20 and Sprayberry by 20. I think you are fixated on Roswell because they beat Brookwood but only by 3 pts. So tell us why you disagree with 99% of the bloggers concerning Roswell?

Surely it’s not 99 percent for North Cobb over Roswell, if those two play. North Cobb has played better, and that’s why NC is ranked No. 1, but I believe Roswell has a little better defense, plus more experience in big games but without the pressure of being ranked No. 1.

todd why arent you sold on walton

The draw. And maybe a little bias. Walton always strikes me as a team that will go out fighting but lacks the playmakers to go deep in the playoffs. Maybe JJ Jackson & Billy Burns will be the difference and prove me wrong.

todd you have mays beating cedar grove????? mays is playing cedar shoals maybe thats why you picked mays to win??

Hah, thanks for catching that. … Mays will beat Cedar Shoals, too!

Don’t sell 8-AAAA short, There are some very fine teams in this area.

I’m from that area, but I’ve already shut the cash register on that sale. Well, at least as far as seeing teams other than Habersham that can match up w/ 6-AAAA. Region 6 is the toughest region in AAAA, so Region 8 has its chance to win some respect this week.

If Schley Co. can get by Clinch Co. They have a good chance of making it to the dome.

Schley would need to beat Johnson County first. But that is the weaker quarter of the draw.

*Todd/AJC at one time ranked Stephenson #1. Todd said that MLK could not defeat teams such as Stephenson, Douglass & Redan. Well, Stephenson fell and MLK went on to defeat them all. Todd isn’t always correct! *

Todd never said any such thing about MLK. But Todd did predict that MLK would lose to Valdosta in the second round. I’m beginning to have second thoughts about that. Very curious to see how Region 2 will do.

Finals in dome this year..Yes or No

No. That’s next year. Semis in the Dome this year for the final time.

NSWR may have a suprise for all of the AAAA teams. Just wait and see.

There are only two things that would be a surprise about NSWR: Losing, or seeing Marques under center. Actually, neither of those would shock me either. Best wishes to Marques Ivory.

Todd, I read where you can’t respond tonight due to technical difficulties. We will hear from you when you clear things up. I already hear you loud and clear when you pick East Paulding to lose in the 2nd round. …Well if you covered us just a little you wouldn’t have to be surprised. You would know we are a fine team with very good athletes and a very fine coaching staff.

No doubt about the ‘fine coaching staff.’ That’s a major turnaround. …

But just too many close games vs. mediocre teams – Sequoyah, Pebblebrook, Paulding. But EP is 10-0 and a defending Final Four team, so they can’t be counted out.

Hey Walton fans dont worry about all these crazy predictions.Im a walton footbal player/starter and were not gonna let any of you down we did it once this season against North Gwinett and trust me it didnt feel good! I love being the underdog no ones giving us a chance but ourselves… People love to hate on our region good luck to the rest of the 6-AAAAA teams…

Cool post. … I’m not hating on Walton’s region, though. I ranked 6-AAAAA as the #2 region in the classification last week. Good luck to Walton, though. Ed Dudley is always a favorite of us sportswriters for his wit, some of which he allows to you to quote him on.

slalom, So, what do you think is the most likely upset this weekend? My personal pick is either Gainesville over Westminster or Harris Co over Henry Co, or possibly Sandy Creek over Hart Co. All three should be great games along with Shaw/Peach Co and LaGrange/Perry. Oh yeah, Ipersonally think that North Hall will win it all. Big surprise, huh?

Slalom? I miss one live blog due to computer problems, and you guys put Slalom in charge?

before you start slaming 8-AAAA you need to check some stuff out first the region isnt as weak as you may think winder barrow beat two playoff teams this year in oconee county and apalachee now granted they were from 8-AAA but still…

8-AAAA is a competitive region, just not one that has a state championship contender outside of Habersham. Interesting comment from Dacula’s Kevin Maloof last week. He said moving up to AAAAA (and out of 8-AAAA) wasn’t that big a deal in football because was impressed with that region. But none of those teams figure to make much noise from here on out, except Hab.

Brookwood will run into somebody just as strong as they are, and then there will be the moment of truth. If somehow a spark of originality and luck smile upon Brookwood, they have a real chance to go far. The Seniors know just how long a trip home from Valdosta can be when one has had their butts whipped, so there should be no over-confidence. Maybe, just maybe, one additional player, Daniel Peek, who isn’t in uniform but is still considered a member of the team, might help lead them all the way. It would make for quite a story.

Good points.

give EP respect for finally letting loose the BEAST FROM THE EAST.

The Best from the East. Not that original, but I like it. EP has earned that title (if not a higher AJC ranking).

TODD from what i’ve heard the playoffs should be played as it usualy played and in next year the champ game will be played in the dome is that correct.

Correct.

Between common opponents, Walton has scored 41 more pts and of course has beaten Roswell even though only by 3 pts.

That’s a little deceiving, though. … The common opponents are Lassiter, Kell, Wheeler, Centennial and Northview. All those games were routs by both teams except Roswell-Centennial, a game in which Roswell controlled and was never in great danger. The Walton-Roswell game was pretty evenly played. Roswell beat Brookwood, a team that lost by one to North Gwinnett, which beat Walton. Walton has played a little better in the reg season, thus the higher ranking, but it’s like last week when I felt Norcross would beat North Gwinnett. NG had played better during the season, but I thought Norcross was just better. Of course, just because I was right last week doesn’t mean I’ll be right about Walton & Roswell. We’ll see.

Todd, I think Tift County has a shot at Camden. Tift had to survive a very tough 1AAAAA schedule and Camden is coming from a very weak 3AAAAA region.

I’m sure that Tift has a shot. Camden’s schedule makes them vulnerable early in the playoffs. I’d set the point spread at about 8.5, though. Camden crushed Warner Robins, so I think Camden would’ve fared pretty well in Region 1, too.

i am a player for south gwinnett and i hope that everyone is ready for a suprise because we are headed to the state championship this year

Great season. I didn’t expect South Gwinnett to make the playoffs, much less snatch the No. 2 seed. Congrats on first winning season since ’03.

Todd, your prediction contradicts what I think is going to happen between Baldwin and Fayette County. You may be setting yourself up for a major upset. The TIGERS have set many records this year despite the team’s previous history. See You at the GEORGIA DOME!!! Words from a supportive mom! Mrs. BLT!!!!

You’ve got me thinking. When Lovejoy routed Westside last week, that might’ve called into question the strength of that region. Baldwin beat Westside in overtime, and at the time, I think everyone thought those were Top 10 teams slugging it out. Fayette definitely could win that, and I’m not sure it would be an upset since Fayette is 10-0 and a No. 1 seed.

By Todd Holcomb

November 13, 2007 11:03 AM | Link to this

Correction: South Gwinnett is seeded No. 3, not No. 2. But kudos to the Komets, in any event. Nice to see them back in the state playoffs.

By wes

November 13, 2007 11:07 AM | Link to this

Not sure that Charlton County’s schedule sparkles, either. Clinch County is good, but a Class A school. Savannah Christian is Lovett. Buford has won every game by 21 or better.

Charlton fans aren’t on here bragging about how tuff their schedule is. Even though their opponents have a better win-loss record then Bufords opponents!

By blade

November 13, 2007 11:18 AM | Link to this

Here we go in Fayette County. Whitewater myteriously getting the favorable nod in the brackets. They also did not report acurately with their student population at 1700, when everyone in Fayette County knows that Whitewater has over 2000 kids in that school.

By mike

November 13, 2007 11:21 AM | Link to this

so Wes what are you on here for. Buford fans has said nothing. We are just sitting back and waiting on that third round. The South Fans are the ones that are all talking.

By NC Fan

November 13, 2007 11:28 AM | Link to this

Todd,

Would you agree that NC has the hardest route to the Dome and Championship if that is there destiny?

1st & 2nd rd will be against the co-defending state champs.

3rd round will probablly have to go down to play Lowndes(previous state champs)

Semi I think will more than likely be against Camden Co. (state champs before Lowndes run)

That is by far the toughest route I see out of all of the brackets..

What a sweet draw for the #1 team in the state.

Well if we do go all the way no one will be able to say it’s a fluke..

Go Warriors

By NHS Forever

November 13, 2007 11:39 AM | Link to this

I agree with Reeze, why bother with the AAAA playoffs? Since TCC can’t be stopped, just send them the trophy and say congrats. Puhleeze…

TCC is good, and they may win it all. But let’s play the games, shall we? Remember, even the biggest “Train” can be de-railed. Plus injuries happen too, and we know all about that. But I like our chances even without Ivory. Let’s get it on!

By JustTheFaxMan

November 13, 2007 11:39 AM | Link to this

Why does the hardcopy AJC show Grayson AT Chattahoochee and not the other way around? Also, why is South Gwinnett referred to as the “Komets” instead of the Comets?

By D.S.G.B.

November 13, 2007 11:51 AM | Link to this

Highway 84 will be the home of three State Champions. Games have to be played and if Cairo gets out of the second round, Yellow-jackets,Bulldogs, and Syrup-makers are champs. Let the plat-offs begin!!!

By D.S.G.B.

November 13, 2007 11:52 AM | Link to this

Highway 84 will be the home of three State Champions. Games have to be played and if Cairo gets out of the second round, Yellow-jackets,Bulldogs, and Syrup-makers are champs. Let the play-offs begin!!!

By Todd Holcomb

November 13, 2007 11:57 AM | Link to this

Why does the hardcopy AJC show Grayson AT Chattahoochee and not the other way around? Also, why is South Gwinnett referred to as the “Komets” instead of the Comets?

Hardcopy error. Has been caught.

Komets just went well with Kudos. … I was going to write Cudos to the Comets, but it looked too much like coodies. Or is it Kudies?

Anyway, we’ll have the hardcopy error fixed in tomorrow’s paper, but the blog will remain unpredictable, if not korny.

Would you agree that NC has the hardest route to the Dome and Championship if that is there destiny?

No. Peachtree Ridge has the hardest route to the Dome. But among the higher-seeded teams, yes, it’s North Cobb.

Tomorrow, I’m going to post my odds of each team winning the title. Loren Maxwell, the founder of the GHSFHA and a computer rankings hobbyist, has a program that posts the odds of a team winning a tournament draw. I had to send him power rankings of each team.

Loren put North Cobb’s odds of winning the title at 2-to-1. But that’s based on his computer power rankings.

By Lion's Den

November 13, 2007 11:59 AM | Link to this

Class AAAAA

Favorites: Brookwood, Lowndes, Norcross

Sub-favorites: Roswell, North Cobb

The winner of their potential second-round game (I’m picking Roswell) will join the top three as a favorite.

Could win it: Harrison, North Gwinnett, Camden County

I know that MLK, Walton, Valdosta and Stephenson can beat anybody, but I don’t see five straight from any of them.

*MLK is 10-0, ranked #2, but you don’t see 5 straight in them…..man, give me a break, please!!!

For some strange reason MLK is always overlooked and we’re really trying to understand why. We’ve just broken the record for the most victories in the 1st 6 years of existence in GA HS Football history.

Forget you and everyone else, we’ll show you who’s #1 when it’s all said and done.

Kicking butt and taking names….who’s next!

By EP Senior '08

November 13, 2007 12:12 PM | Link to this

Again?! We are not “barely” beating these mediocre teams, Seqouyah played their best and we played HORRIBLE, yet still came out w/ the win. We have lightened up our scores some since you idiots criticized us last year for winning by 70,60, and 40 points. Get over your “weakling” thoughts and watch us own. Thank you.

By DirtDobber

November 13, 2007 12:14 PM | Link to this

KooGar,

Please excuse me. I apologize for everything I said/wrote .

Have a nice day and good luck in the playoffs .

By NC Fan

November 13, 2007 12:16 PM | Link to this

Todd,

I would agree with you however by your own admission and one reason you are picking Roswell over NC is they have been there before. SO if you look at the road of both teams. NC may be ranked #1 in the state,however they have no experience in the playoffs. P’Tree ridge would have to play the previous 4 state champs. NC would have to play the previous 5 state champs due to that stupid tie rule… just food for thought.

I guess the real reason I disagree with you is b/c P’tree Ridge does not have a road to the dome. No crazy runs this year. They get railroaded in round one by an NC team that is the real deal this year.

Can’t wait until Friday.

By Todd Holcomb

November 13, 2007 12:45 PM | Link to this

For some strange reason MLK is always overlooked and we’re really trying to understand why. We’ve just broken the record for the most victories in the 1st 6 years of existence in GA HS Football history.

Lion’s Den:

You scooped me on that statistic. That’s an amazing start. I’m not sure if it’s a record, but it’s got to be close. MLK has won 54 games in its first six seasons. Westside of Macon won 58 games in its first six full seasons, if you throw out a 3-0 record when Westside opened against 3 varsity and 7 junior varsity opponents.

I can’t think of another program that was so good so quickly. That’s something to be proud of.

We are not “barely” beating these mediocre teams, Seqouyah played their best and we played HORRIBLE, yet still came out w/ the win.

I should let the peanut gallery rule on this one:

East Paulding beat Sequoyah 17-14 on a 40-yard pass with 8 seconds left.

Is that ‘barely beating’ Sequoyah, or is this East Paulding finding a way to win again versus a team playing its best game of the season?

Fair question. That’s what the playoffs will answer. East Paulding is a team of winners. The W-L record is too good over two seasons to deny that.

By Just Fair & Puzzled Beyond Belief

November 13, 2007 1:10 PM | Link to this

To: The Lions Den

Normally I would agree with you, but word it out that the coaches at MLK are going to make a change to their starting line up on offense, pulling as senior that initially played on defense, but has played all year and replacing him with a junior who would have started on offense but has not played in a single game due to injury. The junior is bigger, but bigger does not necessarily mean better. MLK does not lose in the playoffs because they are out-played, they lose because they are out-coached. If this is true, then it is a crucial mistake on the coaches part. Your starting lineup as it is helped you win the region. It is a no-brainer to change a system that is working and insert an inexperienced player just because he’s is bigger. Don’t do something crazy heading into the playoffs especially when you have a chance to take it all! Whatever and whoever got you to this point is who you should use to take you all the way. The senior has earned a right to play in the playoffs and he’s good, not to mention very strong from what I have seen! Why would the coaches put their players in this position, possibly to lose it all?

By Ed NSHS Fan

November 13, 2007 1:13 PM | Link to this

To: TCC Jacket Fan: NSWR fans NEVER say they have the greatest team of all time. There was a cooling down when we lost Marques Ivory, our Georgia Offensive Player of the year. Now, how would your blogg be if suddenly against Brunswich you lost D-Train Smiley? I guarentee you and you cohorts wouldn’t be so confident about TCC winning it all. Be thankful none of your “top” skill position players have not been lost. Another concern you should have with TCC. If TCC and East Paulding make it to the quarter finals, you will have to go on the road. Thomasville sits on the Georgia-Florida line where weather is still around 55% to 65% at night. Now, TCC goes Paulding County. It is cold and will be cold as hell three weeks from now. That will limit TCC’s effectiveness to run the ball. Case in point, look at U. of Miami. They killed teams when playing in Miami but when she came out of Florida she was just another team. Paulding does not have in in door stadium. Hell, I am even concern about NSWR playing in north Georiga. I am just giving the facts. I bet E. Paulding fans can identify with what I am saying. In fact, they are sharping their knives for a slice of TCC or anyone else that has to play there in late Nov/Dec.

By Just Fair

November 13, 2007 1:18 PM | Link to this

MLK does not lose in the playoffs every year because they are out-played (they have some of the best talent in the state), they lose because they are out-coached (so tell the coaches not to screw it up for them this year). Whatever and whoever you used to get you to this point is what and who you should use to take you all the way. They certainly have the talent to win it all!

By homet

November 13, 2007 1:37 PM | Link to this

Great Post “NHSH FAN”…you are correct it gets VERRRRRRRRRY cold in the “BONEYARD” out here in Paulding!…and as I said earlier…that TCC “train” they keep talkin’ about…LOL!…the kid has yet to be hit like he will get hit by the EPHS “D” line!

But whatever the outcome…forget reading about it in the AJC…they have NO IDEA how to even get to Paulding County let alone report on another East Paulding Raider victory!…

So refer to gasports.com, or watch channel 5, or listen in after 10 pm on fridays to 107.1 to get the scores and info!

GO RAIDERS!

By devil lover

November 13, 2007 2:11 PM | Link to this

Todd, why don’t you start a blog to pick a potential dark horse to win it all like Peachtree ridge last year. The rule is that it must not be a team that is not currently listed in the top ten and the winner gets a free subscription to AJC.com and free blogging for one year.

By will

November 13, 2007 2:14 PM | Link to this

todd all the raider fans are ganging up on you

By Todd Holcomb

November 13, 2007 2:29 PM | Link to this

Todd, why don’t you start a blog to pick a potential dark horse to win it all like Peachtree ridge last year. The rule is that it must not be a team that is not currently listed in the top ten and the winner gets a free subscription to AJC.com and free blogging for one year.

The unranked team w/ the best shot is Stephenson. Then perhaps Coffee, which was a team I was convinced was talented enough to make a run but has not performed.

Others: Valdosta, Grayson, Chattahoochee.

Also, fwiw, Roswell is not ranked this season in the AP.

Other classes —

AAAA — Rome, Dalton AAA — Hart AA — Not happening A — Seminole

By For Real though

November 13, 2007 3:12 PM | Link to this

Okay Todd, I see you and others are not giving Da Ridge any hope of chance of beating North Cobb, but what you and others are missing is the fact Da Ridge were road warriors last year. Every playoff game played last year was on the other guys turf. Granted, they are not the same team they were last year, but they are a winning team with experience still resident from last year’s championship run, so they know what it takes. And yes they are working with a new head coach but he is a great coach! No one gave them a chance last year with Wheeler and look what happpened! Stay tuned for the back2back round, 1-2-3-4-5 shocker…

I will not say I told you so, I’ll simple say what is so.

By Home Field Question

November 13, 2007 3:17 PM | Link to this

How is the home field determined if two #1 seeded teams meet and they both meet stadium seating requirements? Coin flip?

By Warrior Mom

November 13, 2007 3:37 PM | Link to this

Todd, you are wrong! There is no pressure on North Cobb about being number one. Their focus has been winning one game at a time – not being #1. Polls mean absolutely nothing. It is just an indicator of who lost and who won – on any giving week! Just use yourself as an example, even though you may have voted for NC to be the #1 team during the course of the season – you are not predicting the to win it all. Therefore, case and point -#1 rankings are meaningless. So, why would any team concern themselves with or feel pressured about them?

ANYWAY, IT’S PLAYOFF TIME – ALL RANKINGS ARE OUT THE WINDOW. WHO CARES ABOUT WHO IS #1 IN THE POLLS!!!!!!!!!

By saco1

November 13, 2007 4:47 PM | Link to this

Half of the people picking Buford to win the AA State Title are either bandwagon Buford fans, or they are looking into that crystal ball I threw into the trash can years ago!Oh well, the playoffs are here now.

By Roger

November 13, 2007 4:53 PM | Link to this

NTH Trojans, I agree that there are several first round upset alerts; it would not suprise me if peach upsets shaw, sandy creek over hart or chamblee over flowery branch. I personally think that the chamblee vs flowery branch game will be one of the best first round games; I see a bunch of points being scored in that game. What do you think about that game and which first round game do you think will be the best? Go NEGA teams!!!!

By JIMB

November 13, 2007 4:58 PM | Link to this

Remember the Name Mill Creek, Peachtree Ridge knows that name and Norcross know the name 389 yards of offence to 187. 19 first down to 11. Harrison has never seen this much team speed in cobb ever. I believe thay will look past the Hawks.Wrong move. Mill creek wins big.

By tim

November 13, 2007 5:05 PM | Link to this

if you think clinch can make it how can you not think lincoln county can we beat clinch in the finals last year and they lost more to graduation than lincolnton did it slips my mind right now of how the brackets are but dont be surprised if lincoln county and warren county have a rematch e.c.i and wilcox no clinch maybe but im leaning towards lincoln and warren you all should offer me a job for my high school football knowledge

By Observer

November 13, 2007 5:12 PM | Link to this

Homet I hope yall play TCC in the third round, TCC will run all up and down the feild on yall. I honestly do not see yall beating Mays in the second round. The third round home feild will be decided by a coin toss if yall make it that far. As far as TCC playing in cold weather that is nothing, they have beat a lot of north teams in the cold in the past in the other teams back yard. Homet I would not talk to much smack till yall beat a team that worth bragging about. I am not even a TCC fan nor NSWR fan, but if yall were to play either one of them yall would not be use to seeing that level of football. To beat TCC yall would have to play 4 quarters of football. I am telling yall they are really that good this year. NSWR fans TCC’s team this year is nothing compared to the 2005 team yall beat 14-7. NSWR biggest challenge to make it to play TCC will be to beat Tucker. Which if yall beat Tucker in the semi-finals, yall would have to turn right around and play TCC in my opionion a better over all team than Tucker in the finals. Because of that I see TCC beating NSWR. Homet I’m sorry I forgot about you. Nothing against EP yall beat Mays first then we will believe that yall can maybe just maybe compete with TCC, NSWR, or Tucker.

By RM

November 13, 2007 5:24 PM | Link to this

The North Cobb Players have been more concerned about being on TV the last 2 weeks than they have been about being ranked #1. Right now the #1 ranking has had a positive effect on them, giving them confidence and a “We can beat the World” feeling. After the slaughter of Marietta this last week, they are going into the Playoffs at their Peak.

North Cobb - 35 Peachtree Ridge - 17

By NTH Trojans

November 13, 2007 5:30 PM | Link to this

Todd,

When do the new region alignments come out for re-classification? Also, I see that you picked North Hall to make it to the finals, but not to win it, what was your reasoning (just curious about your thought process on the matter)?

By devil lover

November 13, 2007 5:30 PM | Link to this

Hey JIMB. Best of luck to Mill Creek against Harrison in the school’s first ever football playoff game in it’s short history. Don’t tell anybody but the overall objective in football is to score the most points with the fewest yards and first downs.

Good Luck

By wes

November 13, 2007 5:36 PM | Link to this

Dear mike, If you take a look near the top of this page, there is a nice paragraph by someone named “Ted” talking about how great Buford is. I just wanted to let him know that Buford isnt all they think they are.

By wes

November 13, 2007 5:36 PM | Link to this

mike, If you take a look near the top of this page, there is a nice paragraph by someone named “Ted” talking about how great Buford is. I just wanted to let him know that Buford isnt all they think they are.

By jaybo

November 13, 2007 5:55 PM | Link to this

Thank you observer for correcting ed nshs fan about where the quarter final matchup would be held if both TCC and E. paulding make it. You are right, since both are #1 seeds there would have to be a coin toss to determine where the game would be played. Even still, if we had to go to E. paulding, it wouldn’t matter. They wouldn’t stand a chance. Now NSWR can beat us and I know this, but E. paulding, come on. That wouldn’t even be close. They are the least athletic and most overrated 10-0 team in the playoffs!!!!

By Roger

November 13, 2007 5:59 PM | Link to this

NTH Trojans, Todd picked carver to beat both NH and Stephens because he does not think a NGA team can win it all; you of all people should know that the AJC does not give NGA teams much respect when it comes to winning titles. Do you think the FB vs Chamblee game will be not only one of the most entertaining first round games but also one of the highest scoring.

By called out

November 13, 2007 6:24 PM | Link to this

Jimb, you have got to be kidding! I was gonna keep quite this week, but you called me out. Give me an example of your team speed. then tell me why you think cobb has no speed. If you beat harrison, I can tell you it want be from lake of speed. Either you are really in the dark, or you are joking.

By called out

November 13, 2007 6:42 PM | Link to this

that is lack of speed not a lake. im not sure what that is

By JIMB

November 13, 2007 7:02 PM | Link to this

GOT ANY USC PLAYERS,GOT 4 D1’S IN YOUR DEFENSIVE BACK FIELD, HAVE 26 COMMITTED D1’S EVEN IN YOUR COUNTY. THAT’S WHAT MILL CREEK PLAYED. AND WE ARE ONLY A FOUR YEAR OLD SCHOOL. I SAID TEAM SPEED NOT SOME SPEED.

By EP SENIOR '08

November 13, 2007 7:35 PM | Link to this

ok im just about done talking on here until we beat TCC. But my final arguement is the EP plays as a seldom used word on here, a team. That means that they work together. This “D-Train” can runover 1 or 2 people, but when you gang tackle like EP does, its impossible. EP defense is not about playmakers, its about hold your man till your brothers come beat the hell out of him. This East Paulding TEAM will make all of you think twice about Georgia Football.

By NTH Trojans

November 13, 2007 7:38 PM | Link to this

Roger,

The Flowery Branch/Chamblee game will probably be the highest scoring game this week. I hate to say it, but one of the biggest upset possibilities is Hart Co/Sandy Creek. That WR at Sandy Creek is awesome, and if they can’t cover him, then there is no way that HC can win. The other upseet that could happen is Harris Co/ Henry Co.

By yo

November 13, 2007 7:42 PM | Link to this

I might be wrong because I have never been hit by a train, but me thinks getting hit by one in cold weather would only make it that much more painful for the one getting hit and not the one doing the hitting.

By called out

November 13, 2007 7:52 PM | Link to this

so jimB, i’m gonna take that answer as a yes, I am joking . The only speed you need to be worring about is , how fast your bus driver can get your crying team home friday night. Is that the play on words? Not some speed, but team speed, how fast your team can get home and get their equipment turned in.

By Roger

November 13, 2007 8:05 PM | Link to this

NTH Trojans, I agree with the HC possible upset; they didn’t do a good job of covering the pass in the Stephens game and we have no big time D1 receivers. I don’t know much about Henry or Harris counties, but I do see Peach giving Shaw a good game mainly because Peach has big time playoff experence along with the knack to step up to the plate come playoff time.

By Christian

November 13, 2007 8:06 PM | Link to this

FCHS is being overlooked guys, please keep in mind this teams speed, with players like matt daniels who has won player of the week and been nominated several times. And mr. Brandon Boykin who is commited to UGA for CB and runs a swift 4.33. Also young juniors by the name of tim and tashawn petaway. These guys are great. By the way if interested, look at tim’s brandons, and matts videos on videosportscout.com Also an unmentioned name by Terow Davis, a wideout who is only 5 ’ 10 on a good day. With amazing hands, he impresses me, also with the ability to run after the catch. Then on defense you can’t beat their LB crew with Partridge and “Thug” Watch out for the 10-0 tigers. And might i mention another corner by the name of Cuincy curruthers who has NUMEROUS INT’s and on offense i can’t forget about a great senior leader Barrack Little. This man’s got size and he will truck you.

By cobbsnob

November 13, 2007 8:09 PM | Link to this

East paulding county is an overrated joke. Iwant to pull for you, but your begging for attention makes it impossible, I hope you go home early. PLus I met your coach in the local groc. store, I happen to be from the same place he is from in tenn, i tried to talk to him, but he is a jerk! even with a winning record, his true colors will show, and he will be gone soon. Just like you will be in the playoffs

By slalom1

November 13, 2007 8:11 PM | Link to this

To: “NTH Trojans and cj” Guess we are all about to find out. North Hall wins EASY. Shaw may have some trouble with Peach County, but they prevail, (and get revenge.) As for the upset of the week, I concur: Harris County over Henry County. While Harris County began the season with a difficult schedule, they have continued to improve. Their QB, Chad klar is extremely talented and well coached. As is their defense. As for laGrange, It simply depends upon which LHS team shows up. If they bring the “hotdogs”, they lose. If they bring their “A” game, they are unstoppable. Just for the record, Carver-Columbus is also a lock for the first round, as well as for their entire bracket, provided that they DO NOT beat themselves. DO not believe that will happen. Most likely scenario: Carver vs. N. Hall in the final. What a game.

By The big cat in town

November 13, 2007 8:24 PM | Link to this

This is Whitewater and we have message for you lovegay…. you guys are nothing but a little peace of trash we are going to stomp all over you so dont try us u should just give say that you guys suck this is primetime football this picking flowers I’ll see you pussies on the battlefield. or dont come at all my # is 18

By called out

November 13, 2007 8:24 PM | Link to this

I really don’t even understand your comment ,Do you have 26 players going to d-1 schools, or have you seen 26 div-1 players play? You will see a few more friday, Like one headed to auburn , one headed to CF, one to NC, and 98 headed to week two of the playoffs. Dont call me OUT unless you are ready to comitt JimB.Just be happy you made it to the playoffs, and dont get too cocky. I’m sure your coaches and team would agree with me.

By Christian

November 13, 2007 8:34 PM | Link to this

big cat in town? last time i checked that was FCHS big man, get your name right man.

By HoochDad

November 13, 2007 8:35 PM | Link to this

*The unranked team w/ the best shot is Stephenson. Then perhaps Coffee, which was a team I was convinced was talented enough to make a run but has not performed.

Others: Valdosta, Grayson, Chattahoochee.*

Thank you Todd - coming from you that’s a great compliment! Hooch over Walton by 3 in the finals. ;)

By Wally

November 13, 2007 8:49 PM | Link to this

You have Mays playing Cedar Grove when it should be Cedar Shoals.

By b williamson

November 13, 2007 9:10 PM | Link to this

wake up do not count charlton co out of the state title,they won it the last three years.bring buford on,and by the way come play down here in south georgia one time.they travel to atlanta every the two meet.when you come down south you will find out what you are made.sport writers from atlanta do not write charlton co off,they made believers out of you before.

By south georgia

November 13, 2007 9:35 PM | Link to this

ALL I CAN SAY IS THE CLASS AA TITLE WILL O THROUGH CHARTLON CO.WHO ELSE HAS A TOUGHER REGION THAN 2-AA.RECORDS CHARLTON CO 9-0,SAVANNAH CHRISTIAN 9-1 AND PIERCE CO 8-2 ANWSER THAT????

By south georgia

November 13, 2007 9:35 PM | Link to this

ALL I CAN SAY IS THE CLASS AA TITLE WILL GO THROUGH CHARTLON CO.WHO ELSE HAS A TOUGHER REGION THAN 2-AA.RECORDS CHARLTON CO 9-0,SAVANNAH CHRISTIAN 9-1 AND PIERCE CO 8-2 ANWSER THAT????

By big man

November 13, 2007 9:45 PM | Link to this

The Marietta Blue Devils are a team to watch out for. I was mighty afraid of them after they began to defeat huge region opponents (yet getting blown out by the two best). Woodstock was a fluke and should not have beaten the Blue Devils. Look for Marietta to get a surprise victory over North Gwinnet, and avenge their second round loss in 2005 to Brookwood, and advance. Marietta is capable of pulling a 2006 Peachtree Ridge and advance/win the state championship.

By Just so you know

November 13, 2007 10:14 PM | Link to this

EP Senior 08 yall better worry about beating Mays before yall attempt to play TCC. You have to learn to catch the little fish in the ocean before you try to catch the big ones like TCC, NSWR.

By heeldawg

November 13, 2007 10:18 PM | Link to this

Todd, in your Class A predictions, you say ECI defeats Clinch, but you have Clinch playing in the title game. Howzat?

By Josh

November 13, 2007 10:19 PM | Link to this

All the haters of TCCHS, listen up. I graduated from Washington Co. HS when Terrence Edwards and all the boys were killing everything that came in their path, no matter what region or classification. The Golden Hawks were the best football team in the state at that time. What I have seen in TCCHS is just as or more impressive than what I saw at Washington Co. (30-0 in two seasons and an amazing offense/defense). This team down in Thomasville is legit. I have seen every game this year and they play on all cylinders. TCCHS can only beat themselves. However, Ed Pilcher will have them ready for game time. Anything can happen in football, but I would really be shocked if TCCHS did not win it all this year. TCC has played a tough schedule that has included some of the top schools in the state in almost every classification (Thomasville Bulldogs, Tift County, and Cairo). I am just glad we can all watch some great football every fall. Good luck to all of your teams.

By TCC FANS

November 13, 2007 10:25 PM | Link to this

TCC fans try to get to the game friday early. They are playing TCC’s new highlight film on the score board before the game. The highlight film has some clips of the movie 300 on it. I heard it is one of the best ones they have made of TCC football. The players are watching it before the game.

By CHS "Real Trojans"

November 13, 2007 10:49 PM | Link to this

Slamom and other AAA bloggers, I agree with most of what you are saying about playoff predix. Sandy Creek over Hart Co. is upset special of the week. Beware of my Trojans (Carrollton) if we upset Carver in the quarterfinals we will play for the state championship. Remember we only lost to them 10-12 last year and we were driving for the win late in the game when time expired.

By Randy

November 13, 2007 10:52 PM | Link to this

EP Raider Fans, I,m pulling for you guys to win your bracket, and Hab Central to win theirs so we can have Raider vs Raider matchup. That would be cool and hot.

By Roger

November 13, 2007 10:53 PM | Link to this

Slalom 1, Don’t just give Carver-Columbus a pass in a potential game against Stephens County or they may just be watching the state championship game from home. I personally would not be suprised to see a all NGA title game. (I/E: NH vs. SC)

By EP SENIOR '08

November 13, 2007 10:59 PM | Link to this

East Paulding Football

Enough Said…

By NTH Trojans

November 13, 2007 11:08 PM | Link to this

CHS,

I mean no disrespect to Carrollton, they are a classy program with a long history, but North Hall ARE the real Trojans, and after the Quarterfinals, you can watch North Hall play in the dome along with everybody else that has been eliminated.

By NTH Trojans

November 13, 2007 11:09 PM | Link to this

CHS,

I mean no disrespect to Carrollton, they are a classy program with a long history, but North Hall is the real Trojans, and after the Quarterfinals, you can watch North Hall play in the dome along with everybody else that has been eliminated.

By Raider from the start

November 13, 2007 11:28 PM | Link to this

To all of you who have written here the past couple of days. This blogging doesn’t mean anything but it sure is fun to read. I hope the all players come through this safe and sound. I also hope that those of you who feel let down if your teams lose will remember that those young men have put out extreme effort all season and deserve your congratulations. I can’t wait to see how things turn out this week and to read your reactions next Monday. Good luck, God bless and go East Paulding Raiders!

By cj

November 13, 2007 11:47 PM | Link to this

TO CHS, JUST REMEMBER YOU DID LOSE AT HOME 10-12. REMEMBER HOW FORTSON TORCHED YOUR ALL STATE DB. DO YOU HAVE ANY ALL STATE DB’S THIS YEAR. CARVER DOES PLAY A TOUGH SCHEDULE. I DON’T THINK YOU GUYS COULD BEAT LAGRANGE. AND TO ROGER IT WILL MOST LIKELY BE AN ALL SOUTH FINAL.

By Flatstick

November 14, 2007 12:05 AM | Link to this

Short and Sweet - The AAAAA State Champion will be from South Ga - The Lowndes Vikings or the Valdosta Wildcats - best football teams in the state play in South Ga - Lowndes, Valdosta, Clinch, TCC, Cario, Charlton, Tift, Coffee - face the facts - Enough Said.

By Football Fan

November 14, 2007 12:43 AM | Link to this

Go to http://jackets.rose.net

By NC Fan

November 14, 2007 12:44 AM | Link to this

Flatstick,

SO what happened to Lowndes and Valdosta this year when they played teams from N. GA?

What was it? 1 Shut out and one blow out…. neither in favor of your south GA teams….

Keep talking my friend…

By Roger

November 14, 2007 2:36 AM | Link to this

cj, All south final! Who are your finalist? somebody has to beat NH and Stephens both; I don’t see both getting beat prior to the finals, one of the two will be in the finals. Who is going to beat NH prior to the championship game? This will not be a all south GA final. GO INDIANS!!!!

By high school football fan

November 14, 2007 5:10 AM | Link to this

East paulding sorry to tell you but ya’ll are not that good I won’t be suprised if ya’ll lost in the first round to ridgeland because ya’ll really have any impressive wins and ya’ll came colse to losing games to sorry oppents such as Sequoyah and paulding county please stop trying to hype your selfs up becasue even if you get lucky and make it to the quaterfials Thomas county central will give it to ya’ll like never before reguardless if their in the so called bone yard or not

By North cobb Fan

November 14, 2007 6:16 AM | Link to this

Todd How can you say roswell has more experience in big games when every time they had a big this year they lost and I am getting tierd of people saying north cabb has no experience in the playoffs well neither need p’ridge or roswell last year so that doesen’t matter and todd being #1 in the state means nothing in the platoffs ask norcross last year so we shall see what my boys will do on friday GO WARRIORS!!!!!!!

By DirtDobber

November 14, 2007 8:01 AM | Link to this

Todd,

Am interested in Paulding County’s participation in playoffs.

They are listed as #4 seed but appear to be 5th in region 4. Did someone else get disqualified ? What happened here ?

By Jaybird229

November 14, 2007 8:17 AM | Link to this

To TCC Jacket Fan: First off, I wouldn’t classify myself as a TCC Doubter. I’d simply say that I’m not going to be impressed by a team that has only beaten only two good teams: Cairo and Thomasville (Tift is highly overrated and not even in the same class as last year’s team). Secondly, your team has coasted through a very lackluster region. Now that being said, you could still win four games and get to the state title game. I don’t go crazy over a team that hasn’t done much in the playoffs the last four years. That’s my reasoning for my “doubt” as you call it. To tell you the truth I’d love for TCC to make it to the finals and play Northside. That would be the most anticipated game on this blog, but it would also end up for TCC fans like 2002. Except Northside would play the role of Thomson. Like I’ve said before TCC will have it’s chance to prove me wrong, but I don’t think they will.

1. To Josh: If you are a true WACO alum, I don’t really see the comparison between TCC and that team. That team like you said won two titles and went 30-0 during those seasons. TCC, on the other hand has done none of that, and we don’t even know if they survive in the playoffs. That’s the problem I have when TCC fans compare this year’s team to 97’s team. You can’t compare the two. One team won three titles in four years, while the other has only advanced to the quarterfinals. Do you see the difference? But hey it might just be me, but I’m not big on annointing a team as being great and they haven’t done anything to back it up. I have stated on here that Northside is the best team in the state of GA, and they have backed up my statement. They’re 39-1 over the last three years. So I don’t mind making that statement.

By HATORADER

November 14, 2007 8:23 AM | Link to this

Ahh yes I remember the drive very well 4th down and 12 to go on our 2 yard line,with a little over a minute left in the game. Furr to Fortson first down, Furr to Fortson first down, Furr runs left, Furr to Fortson touchdown! Not to mention this carrollton powerful offense was held to 45 yards total offense.

By mike

November 14, 2007 8:43 AM | Link to this

Wes, I would hope that you would be proud of your school to. But like I said no one from Buford is talking trash about the up coming games. We let the games do our talking. And so far all the games have spoke for there self. Ted is being proud of Buford. And talking to some jealous person. I have been keeping up with the stats on teams and lets see how things play out. See you in the Third round.

By DirtDobber

November 14, 2007 8:57 AM | Link to this

I recall similar talk about Peachtree Ridge last year. They were quiet all year , just kept on winning. Regardless of the predictions then they showed up in the championship game to everyone’s surprise. They were a tough team last year . Do not know their returning players % . NCobb should not discount them as no threat.

By CHS "Real Trojans"

November 14, 2007 9:06 AM | Link to this

First, to nth, we are the “real Trojans” because of that aforementioned long history you referred to. To CJ, if Fortson “torched” us so bad, then how is it they only scored TWO touchdowns. On top of that, they missed both extra points which put us in a position to only have to kick a field goal to win. Always remember that in the playoffs, in a close game, it always comes down to the kicking game.

By CHS "Real Trojans"

November 14, 2007 9:12 AM | Link to this

Oh, I almost forgot. To the Stephens Co. fans, you’re talking about a state title. I read somewhere that you guys had won 24 of your last 25 home games. Sounds pretty good, Care to remind the others who that one loss was to. (Here’s a hint-CHS TROJANS)

By Hornet Nation

November 14, 2007 9:59 AM | Link to this

North cobb Fan - reading between the lines you sound very worried. Do not discount playoff experience - Roswell had prior 1st and 2nd round prior to last year.

By DirtDobber

November 14, 2007 10:11 AM | Link to this

Just thot I’d through this in for those of you tired of hearing about Roswell Roswell Roswell !!!

Hehe.

By Observer

November 14, 2007 10:43 AM | Link to this

Jaybird229, I see your point. Let me be the first to tell you. TCC’s team this year is the real deal. NSWR will not face as good of a team as TCC all playoffs long. If NSWR plays Tucker in the semi-finals they will be tested, and if the were to win they would have to turn right back around and play TCC. For that reason TCC would win the title. TCC still has to play their A game all 4 games before reaching that point, I am sure they will be fine. This is not TCC’s first rodeo. They are use to the money games in the playoffs.

By NC FAN

November 14, 2007 11:06 AM | Link to this

Hornet,

You guys may have had playoff experience, however P’tree Ridge did not. You guys could not polish them off in the finals a team with no experience.

the other North Cobb fan may be worried, I am not.

I have watched this team play in person several times this year and they are for real. I look forward to seeing you guys in the 2nd round just make sure you get the job done.

Best of luck to everyone’s teams. I hope to see some instant classics.

By Reality Sets In

November 14, 2007 1:11 PM | Link to this

NC has had an historic year at 10-0, with good reason. Calvin Middleton is the real deal. Roark at QB is also fantastic. However, as NC advances through the state tournament, where all teams are big and all teams are fast, the competition gap becomes smaller and smaller. That’s when it’s time to bring on the cliches - defense, kicking game, coaching, experience, depth, and poise under pressure will play MAJOR roles in determining the outcome. Not saying it CAN’T be done (see Roswell and Peachtree Ridge last year), but it will be a gigantic challenge for players (and coaches) who haven’t been there before to persevere as the skill of the opposing team begins to match their own. There will be no rolling up 50 points and expecting the other team to just be overwhelmed by your athleticism, as is the case with most Cobb teams. The biggest hurdle, in my mind, will be getting past the first game and Peachtree Ridge. That alone would be a historic feat and would maybe get the ball rolling. I’m not sure I can allow myself to dream of a Cobb County team in the final, though. Not sure where Todd has decided that region 5AAAAA is the toughest in the state, but until Cobb teams consistently beat the Gwinnett and South Georgia teams, I think you’ve got to consider anyone from Cobb the underdog. But perhaps, as others hope, change is in the air…

By Raiders

November 14, 2007 1:42 PM | Link to this

I think that between Chase Thomas, Billy Burns, and JJ Jackson Walton has individual players to make some noise. They played fairly well all season. The only loss was at N. Gwinnett first game of the season and they had a chance to win that game at the end. As for the Roswell game, I thought that Walton outplayed Roswell for almost the entire game, with Roswell getting a late TD to make it close. Don’t forget that Walton also has one of the better kickers I’ve seen in HS this year, who made a 58 yard FG against Roswell.

By Jaybird229

November 14, 2007 2:03 PM | Link to this

To Observor: I have to disagree with you. This is the current TCC’s players first rodeo. They haven’t had to deal with these expectations ever before. Their head coach has, but the players haven’t. I see you’re point about Tucker, but I don’t think Tucker will advance to the Semis. Even if they do, their offense won’t score enough to beat Northside and even though their D is good, they have been exposed at times. I agree TCC has been in plenty of money games in its decade of dominance in the 90’s, but the current Jackets haven’t played in any.

By yo

November 14, 2007 2:05 PM | Link to this

So Jaybird229…by the reasoning you used to say NSHS is the best team in the state you must conclude that the 2 best teams in college football right now are Kansas and Hawaii, since they are the only 2 left undefeated. Whatever!

By HoochDad

November 14, 2007 2:18 PM | Link to this

Hey Raiders,

You and I know that Roswell can be beat. You outplayed them, we outplayed them. Much as I’d like to see us beat them twice in one season, I doubt they get by North Cobb or Peachtree Ridge in Round 2. Of course it would be a hoot for us to beat both Roswell and Camden again on the way to the Dome. See you at the finals!

By HoochDad

November 14, 2007 2:18 PM | Link to this

Hey Raiders,

You and I know that Roswell can be beat. You outplayed them, we outplayed them. Much as I’d like to see us beat them twice in one season, I doubt they get by North Cobb or Peachtree Ridge in Round 2. Of course it would be a hoot for us to beat both Roswell and Camden again on the way to the championshp. See you at the finals!

By The Original Cougar Mom

November 14, 2007 2:46 PM | Link to this

CONGRATULATIONS GARY GRACE!

GO COUGARS!!!

By NHS Forever

November 14, 2007 3:10 PM | Link to this

I think it would be wise for all teams in the playoffs to not take wins for granted, envisioning matchups 4 weeks from now. You had better focus on the team in front of you. I know after losing Marques Ivory that NSWR isn’t taking anybody for granted. From the way some of the TCC supporters are talking, they are already in the championship game. I think you guys should focus on beating Brunswick, they lost narrowly to Ware and Statesboro, both traditionally good teams. This is the playoffs and there is no such thing as a sure win!

By EPFan

November 14, 2007 3:46 PM | Link to this

Wow, all this trash talk from East Paulding fans TCC etc. I’m an East Paulding fan myself,,,,but come on show some class and stop begging for attention. Press clippings, TV coverage and rankings only serve to rile people up and have no bearing on the outcome of a high school football game. I want to tell all the teams in AAAA best wishes and don’t ever overlook anyone. EP can NOT over look Ridgeland anymore then TCC can overlook Brunswick. There are 32 teams in the brackets, respect all of them. Other EP fans,,,grow up, stop whinning, and show some class. Oh and the lack of sportsmanship from EP fans in the stands on Friday night is getting tired and annoying. These are high school kids, stop yelling out their numbers and trying to rattle them. Say something good or shut up. Go Raiders.

By northeast georgia guy

November 14, 2007 3:50 PM | Link to this

To CHS “Real Trojans”:

You guys did a great job last November in Toccoa. Trojans were an outstanding team and took us to the woodshed. We can both hope for three playoff wins and a rematch at The Dome on Dec. 7.

By justinfh88

November 14, 2007 4:10 PM | Link to this

hooch dad you think you can get by Grayson,NG, and Roswell again. to even reach the Semi’s you are crazy or just plan dumb.

By observer

November 14, 2007 4:16 PM | Link to this

Jaybird229 who do you see beating Tucker before the semi-finals? TCC will not look past any team in the playoffs. They learned their lesson last year up 28-7 over St.Pius and let them come back and win 35-34. They remember that I promise. The only team that can stop them this year is TCC. The seniors on this years team were freshman on the 2003 team that went to the semi-finals, so they know what it takes to play in the playoffs by watching that team. Big ED and his staff and the TCC team want the title, as long as they play their A game they will win it.

By CHS "Real Trojans"

November 14, 2007 4:16 PM | Link to this

northeast georgia guy, Sounds like a plan. I hope so. I’m not sure how these players will respond in the dome. We haven’t played there since the 1999 Kickoff Classic. They have no experience in that atmosphere. I played there twice in ‘94 and ‘96 and it can be intimidating.

By lee champion

November 14, 2007 5:36 PM | Link to this

hey NTH and slalom better get ready to come to Columbus for the Carver/Shaw rematch on Dec 15. Watched Carver beat Shaw, watched Shaw beat heck out of Lagrange, AT Lagrange and Carver took care of Lagrange also. Carver has two players that will be playing soon at Auburn, Deron Furr and Jarmon Fortson.

By HoochDad

November 14, 2007 5:42 PM | Link to this

Justinfh88

I wish I could find some quotes from last year about Peachtree Ridge’s chances. I’m sure no one thought they’d go all the way either.

Just remember - we’ve already beaten both Roswell and Camden Co. on their home fields this year.

By Raider from the start

November 14, 2007 5:53 PM | Link to this

EP Fan, the press coverage is for the benefit of the players and the parents of the players. These young men work hard to achieve what success they have enjoyed. It is nice to see something written reinforcing that success. Parents and players enjoy positive press clippings for scrapbooks. Good press helps draw attention to athletes and may help facilitate scholarship possibilities. Please look at the bigger picture for a change before publicly discrediting your team and it’s fans.

By cobbsnob

November 14, 2007 6:18 PM | Link to this

come on ajc give EP some ink, and pictures. I did’nt realize they were making scrapbooks. I just thought they were braging.Raider from the start has now made it clear.I thougt the coment from EPfan was the best ep coment I have read all year, at least someone at ep has class. By the way Rfts, you are discrediting your team not epfan

By Raider from the start

November 14, 2007 6:39 PM | Link to this

Cobbsnob- Thanks for the compliment

By epfan

November 14, 2007 6:45 PM | Link to this

to rfts: come on be real. Sounds like you want the press clippings. If the kids are playing for press clippings( which I seriously doubt) they have it all wrong. If the kids are good enough to get a scholarship they will be discovered regardless of where they play. They coaching staff presches Team, and as a team distractions like over zealous parents pushing for more respect and media coverage. Give it a rest and let those hard working young men earn their due on the field. See yoi in two days at the Boneyard!!!

By playthegames

November 14, 2007 6:49 PM | Link to this

One thing y’ll must remember the games must played. So make your statements, because one lost will end your season. Wish all TEAMS well.

By Raider from the start

November 14, 2007 7:10 PM | Link to this

epfan - I am way too old for press clippings and scrapbooks. My kids are grown, in college and the business world. Competition for scholarships is intense. Anything positive for those players is helpful. I am merely an advocate.

By dome time

November 14, 2007 7:22 PM | Link to this

im glad people are sleeping on the jags because we our goin to suprise alot of people when we get to the dome. we have the best team if go out there an do what i know they can.

By dome time

November 14, 2007 7:22 PM | Link to this

im glad people are sleeping on the jags because we our goin to suprise alot of people when we get to the dome. we have the best team if go out there an do what i know they can.

By DemonFan

November 14, 2007 7:51 PM | Link to this

NHS-WR will be tough to beat this year. I don’t think their road will be as easy as last year, but I’m feeling another title coming back to WR. Conrad Nix does a heck of a job preparing his guys to play every week, and they play their hearts out.

My upset is in AAA. I predict the Perry Panthers will make it to the semi’s. They crushed Peach County this year, and have an awesome quarterback. They are a tough squad.

By will

November 14, 2007 7:51 PM | Link to this

Roswell will win hands down. Walton was a mistake so was Chattahoochee. the only trouble I see is North Cobb and Lowndes. I just hope we get Walton or Chattahoochee in one of the games so we prove why we are the best team in AAAAA right now.

By confused

November 14, 2007 8:11 PM | Link to this

I thougt will, was the embarrassing walton fan. Maybe that is wil, I’m not sure.Anyway will, if you make it to round two, NC will beat you 35-10. Thats just my prediction, and I’m not a nc fan

By Reeze

November 14, 2007 8:21 PM | Link to this

I think TCC’s defense will show its true colors when they finally get a chance to face ranked opponents.I think if TCC intends to get pass possible EP then Maybe Hab Cent they’ll have to shore up the D.200 plus yards 1-9 Lee county put up in the first half against TCC’s defense won’t work with other ranked teams in AAAA.Heck man NSWR defense wouldn’t give that many yards up in two full games

By Flatstick

November 14, 2007 8:29 PM | Link to this

TO NC FAN

Lowndes and Valdosta lost early in the year and have played awesome since then, beating good quailty teams - heck, Notre Dame could go 10-0 palying in North Ga. Don’t be jealous of 2 great football teams. I will be happy to get you some tickets to the dome to come and watch our teams play. Lowndes County - Home of State Champion 2 of the last 3 years and the Home of the Wildcats (Most wins of ANY FOOTBALL TEAM IN THE NATION)

By kerbs

November 14, 2007 8:31 PM | Link to this

I can see now why you aren’t counting Walton in.

Aside from JJ Jackson and Billy Burns [who are amazing], they have Chase Thomas. How many schools have come knocking on his door now? He is a great defensive player.

And of course Adam Shriener. The 58 yarder was amazing. Now I’m hearing he kicked a 65 yard field goal in practice.

Not to mention, Walton didn’t play as well against Roswell as they usually do, and they still won.

I’d say they’re a force to be reckoned with.

By Christian L. Brooks

November 14, 2007 8:41 PM | Link to this

Tell me what you think, Im going out on a limb with FCHS for AAAA, with their shutout over creekside who went to the simis last year. i think they’ve got a shot. This team has senior leadership EVERYWHERE, and juniors that amaze me named TIM AND TASHAWN PETAWAY. Plus an AMAZING state ranked DF, i really believe in this team. I’ve been scouting them for a sports blog. TELL ME WHAT YOU THINK PLEASE

By slalom1

November 14, 2007 8:45 PM | Link to this

To: “Lee Champion”, Let’s get things into perspective. First of all, I have pointed out the weaknesses in this year’s LaGrange team. I have also pointed out their strenghts. Their “hotdog” team showed up in the first half against Shaw. The second half was ALL Grangers. Against Carver, the Grangers gave them an early TD resulting from a fumble at their own 17. Take that score off, and it was a 10-6 Granger lead in the 4th quarter. Granted, Deron Furr took care of business in the 4th. But, would it have been the same if Carver had trailed by 10-6, instead of being up by 12-10? We will never know. But what we do know is that the Grangers shut down the “big play” against Carver. No one else has done that in 2007. Carver is still THE team to beat. But, in a re-match against Shaw or LaGrange, the advantage goes to the loser of the first game.

By Phil

November 14, 2007 8:51 PM | Link to this

A lot of people seem to think that Peachtree Ridge can make another run in the playoffs, but no one has mentioned Mill Creek.

Mill Creek has a good QB, a very fast tailback, and a solid defence. Not to mention the fact that they’ve won 6 out of their last 7, including a 17-10 victory of Peachtree Ridge, and a couple beatdowns like their 59-0 win over Duluth.

I’m not saying Mill Creek will win it all, but Harrison better be ready for a fight.

By Joshizzle

November 14, 2007 9:53 PM | Link to this

There isn’t alot of talk going on about camden co. but i do think they will be a stong factor in this years state playoffs. I think they will get it done this friday against tift and make it to the dome with lowndes. that would be a good game.

By Todd Holcomb

November 14, 2007 9:57 PM | Link to this

*Tell me what you think, Im going out on a limb with FCHS for AAAA, with their shutout over creekside who went to the simis last year. *

Fayette has been impressive, handling most every opponent w/ ease. Fayette might be the East Paulding of 2007, a long-time struggler that breaks through to the SF.

One note on Creekside, though: They went to the QF, not the SF, and no longer have Eric Berry, the all-class player of the year in 2006.

Fayette is one of the better teams, but not many think they’re in the same class as Northside, TCC and Tucker.

Lowndes and Valdosta lost early in the year and have played awesome since then, beating good quailty teams - heck, Notre Dame could go 10-0 palying in North Ga.

The question is whether L & V have been playing well because they improved, or because they stopped playing Harrison and Brookwood. I’m putting faith in improvement, since I have Lowndes in the final, but 1-AAAAA has a lot to prove in the playoffs to atone for some of those early out-of-region whoopins.

By yo

November 14, 2007 10:17 PM | Link to this

I’m putting faith in improvement, since I have Lowndes in the final, but 1-AAAAA has a lot to prove in the playoffs to atone for some of those early out-of-region whoopins. Thanks for the faith in Lowndes. 1AAAAA will prove itself. I believe even Tift over Camden. I also believe the team that will end up surprising people will be Valdosta. Picking Valdosta and Brookwood in the dome as a rematch. Valdosta will be tough in the playoffs. They played one seriously tough schedule (including 2 of the best teams from Utah and Florida). Then throw in Brookwood and 1AAAAA teams and that is a tough thing to do and win every week. They are battle tested and have had a week off before the playoffs. Tomberlin is a seasoned playoff coach. I’m telling you now. Look out for Valdosta. Plus remember, the only 2 losses Valdosta has this year despite their schedule is against your championship final 2 teams you have picked.

By TCC's Defense

November 14, 2007 10:24 PM | Link to this

Reeze TCC’s average on points scored on them is 12 pts. Their offense average is 42 pts. you made the comment that Lee Co had 200 yards against TCC’s defense. TCC beat Lee 48-7. The score is what matters not how many yards you have. I think Coach Pilcher does not mind if his defense allows 500 yards against them as long as they win. TCC on Defense is only allowing a average 100 total yards of rushing on them a game. On offense their average rushing yards per game is 389. Which last week D-Train ran for 238 yards and PJ the qb ran for 234. Pretty hard to stop that. Pick your poison. They have two other RB’s that are very good also. TCC defense will be fine. Only allowing 12 pts a game on their defense as an average and putting up over 40 pts on offense is not to bad.

By Carrollton81

November 14, 2007 10:57 PM | Link to this

Real Trojans are Black and Gold, like Peach and Carrollton with multible State Championships…Green belongs to Spartans. Good luck to all the Trojans in the playoffs!

By EP SENIOR '08

November 14, 2007 11:12 PM | Link to this

guys come on. im a senior and this trash-talking is fun. you older people can have yall’s “class” but im going to show my enthusiasm, pride, and belief that our teams the best. trash-talking is for the kids, as is the football. you old people take this stuff too seriously. plus we’ve always sucked and we finally have something to brag about. im gonna take that oppurtunity. us students love this trash-talking and slightly unsportsmanslike stuff, it makes us believe that u old people believe in us too, like we do. i understand having good sportsmanship is good, but thats after the game, before the game is open for anything, and its fun for us. later.

By Carrollton81

November 14, 2007 11:26 PM | Link to this

Its all in good fun! Enjoy it and good luck!

By Raider from the start

November 14, 2007 11:39 PM | Link to this

EP Senior 08 - Have fun. I may not be much of a trash talker but I can surely yell at game time and believe me I will. I’ve been doing it since about 1995 or so. Now, unlike us old people, you young people need your sleep so hit the sack. See you at the game. Go Raiders!

By Raider from the start

November 15, 2007 12:01 AM | Link to this

I liked this one in particular.

By EP SENIOR ‘08

November 8, 2007 9:57 PM | Link to this

past is past, mike, are you one of those guys reliving old glory days on the HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL FIELD? this is our time and Marist is GARBAGE as is many other teams this year, granted we haven’t played anyone “tough” yet, ‘cept Cherokee, but we’ve dominated this region and are looking for more competition. I think our head cheerleader has 5 TD passes this year, we will own anyone that comes against us. Including Northside WR. Later bros

By Ha Ha you funny guy

November 15, 2007 12:27 AM | Link to this

EP senior 08 you are funny to me. I am glad you think that way. NSWR would man handle yall. I hope yall beat Mays so yall can play TCC. TCC will beat yall like a drum, and when they do keep your head up little pup it will be ok. There is always next year. You have to beat some body worth bragging about before you can talk that garbage rift raft you are talking. I hear that train coming down the tracks choo! choo! Better get off the tracks.

By TCCjacketfan

November 15, 2007 1:41 AM | Link to this

To all TCC fans: I have but a few requests.

1) Pray we stay healthy and focused so all of the doubters will be shown the light.

2) Let’s tone it down a little. Let’s save our energy for friday night. Yes, go ahead and enter your comments on the blog, but instead of us trying to convince all of georgia how good TCC can be, we’ll just let it pan out on the field. It’s pretty funny actually. As soon as all of the fans of other teams found out how much of a threat TCC can be to their own teams potential success, they started getting uptight and began to complain. Don’t worry, soon all of what we are saying will become apparent to all of the unbeleivers.

3) Enjoy this moment. It’s not often that you have an opportunity like this, to see our young men mature and perform at this high of a level. Let’s just sit back and enjoy the ride. Because, if the D-train and his friends don’t have an unexpected derailment (injury), we all know how special this season will be in our football history.

By DirtDobber

November 15, 2007 7:20 AM | Link to this

HoochDad,

Just want to remind everyone that Hooch beat Roswell and Camden. Yep, they did .
“We outplayed them”, says HoochDad. Hmmmm. Yes, Hooch won 13-10 - no dispute there.

But I must have been at a different game or maybe the old alzheimers is creeping in. I recall numerous offensive misques by R. It was a bad night. As always, the D kept them in the game that night. I do not think saying Hooch outplayed Roswell is accurate at all. Glad to see you are over your bracket placement whining casue I am out of kleenex.

Lord, I apologize in advance for everything I have said that is offensive to Hooch fans and the universe in general. There.

By HoochDad

November 15, 2007 7:43 AM | Link to this

Dear Larry the DirtDobber guy,

That was funny right there, I don’t care who ya are.

We’re obviously both rabid fans for our teams - it will be an interesting Friday night. Heck, we’re gonna be rooting for Etowah so we can still get a home game out of all of it in Round 2.

By devil lover

November 15, 2007 8:02 AM | Link to this

Two possible upsets this week are;

The Hooch over Grayson

Mill Creek over Harrison

By Jaybird229

November 15, 2007 8:32 AM | Link to this

1. To Yo: I never said I was basing my opinion of Northside being the best team in the state on just their record. I don’t make statements like that based on just numbers, I have to actually see the product on the field. And the product on the field happens to be a damn good one. But let me ask you a question. Your a Lowndes fan right? Go back to 1999 when ya’ll won the state title. Lowndes beat Northside in the Dome to advance to the state championship. Honestly, and please don’t be a homer, tell me that the Lowndes team that won that game was truly better than Northside? Honestly it wasn’t even close. But who has the hardware? Lowndes. Does that mean they were better than Northside that year, no. Down 28-3 at the half and to come back and win 29-28 was amazing, but it was a Cinderella story. So Northside being 39-1 over the last three years is not my logic for saying their the best team in the state, my actually seeing them play and the fact that there one questionable fumble in 2005 against Statesboro, from possibly going for their third straight title. That’s what I look at. Since you brought up Hawaii and Kansas, if Hawaii wins out they should go to a BCS bowl and if Kansas wins out they should play for the National Championship. But college is for another blog

2. To observer: Tucker is going to have to play either Fayette County or Baldwin, because I think whoever survives that game is pretty good. My pick would be Baldwin and that’s where I think the season ends for Tucker. They can match up with them athlete for athlete and Tucker hasn’t had to deal with someone hitting them in the mouth except maybe for Mays and Washington. I don’t think Mays has the same type of athletes Baldwin does. That game most likely will come down to coaching, like most big games do. But Baldwin is a sleeper team even though there ranked in the top 10. I think the team TCC has to watch for is Lovejoy. I was shocked the way they manhandled Westside Macon. Don’t know if that was one-night stand or a potential long term relationship. LOL. But hey that’s why we play the games, got to love the playoffs. Wish the NCAA would share the love.

By DirtDobber

November 15, 2007 8:39 AM | Link to this

Have a good game HoochDad.

May we meet again in the quarter finals.

By North cobb Fan

November 15, 2007 9:17 AM | Link to this

devil lover i’m with you for The Hooch over Grayson but i realy dont think mill creek can beat harrison and don’t let that loss at the end of the season fool you they are still the only team to beat lowdes at lowdes and shut them out so i really don’t think that will happen

By devil lover

November 15, 2007 10:16 AM | Link to this

North Cobb Fan. I knew that prediction would wake everyone up.

I agree mill creek should not beat Harrison. However you and I know there will be at least one high upset. This would be a big upset if it happens.

My logic is;

• mill creek is one of the hottest young teams around this yr

*very similar energy to p’ridge last year.

*they think they can beat anybody and probably don’t realize how good harrison should be.

*beat one of the defending championship team’s p’ridge 17-10

*harrison might be doubting their ability after the lost to campbell

*harrison might take m/c to lightly

It is a long shot but again I am trying to pick an upset which is always hard.

Who do you think might be setup this week?

By TRUE MLK FAN.

November 15, 2007 10:32 AM | Link to this

First of all your predictions are so wrong. How many times must MLK prove themselves? Youre right we can beat anybody which is why we will come out on top. ROSWELL WHO? No they wont do anything in the playoff I can guarantee that.This Friday Paulding is going home with an upset

By yo

November 15, 2007 10:39 AM | Link to this

Jaybird299…with out being a homer, yes I think by the time Lowndes reached the dome they were a better team than NSHS. Earlier in the year Lowndes was not. That Lowndes team had to beat 5 straight undefeated teams in the playoffs (including NSHS) to win the state championship. From the 6th game of the season when 3-3 to the rest of the season Lowndes then went undefeated and as I said had to beat all of the best in Ga. that year in the playoffs to claim the crown, and they did. Yes you were up 28-3 at halftime. Yes you were outscored 28-0 nothing the second half. I still have a copy of the game and if you really take a look at the game you will see only big plays and turnovers are why you were up so much in the first half. Lowndes had moved the ball in the first half fairly well against NSHS they just kept giving up the long plays. In the second half they shut down the long plays (by the way they changed their defensive alignment to do so) and momentum took over from there. So yes, I think the best team Lowndes won that year. Talk about tough playoff seedings. Lowndes left no doubt that year. 5 straight undefeated teams went down to them. May be the only time in the history of Ga. playoffs that has ever happened? I don’t know.

By RAIDERFAN4LIFE

November 15, 2007 12:20 PM | Link to this

EPFan- There isn’t anything wrong with razzing players of the other team. If they can’t take the heat then go sit on the bench, and keep it warm for the ones who can. I love it when fans come to the games and are wild and crazy. I’ve been to most of the games this year, and the big guy who stands down in front that rings the cowbell, he is awesome. My family and I just enjoy him at the games. I think if it weren’t for him, most of the fans might just sit there. I talked to him after the Sequoyah game and he is a very intelligent man, he knows a lot about football. Knows more than what we all think he knows. I can’t wait for playoff time, cause he said he’s goin to crank it up a bit. We just can’t wait. Good luck to everyone in the playoffs, and lets go Raiders!!!!!!

By chrsharvick29

November 15, 2007 12:20 PM | Link to this

I would like to point out the game between Harrison/Lowndes could gone either way with the weather that night. The field was in terrible shape because of the heavy rain and it was nearly impossible to hold onto the ball. I still don’t know why it wasn’t called and played the next day like every other game in the area. There was visible lightning strikes in area all night.

By AlbanyViking

November 15, 2007 12:50 PM | Link to this

Hey D.S.G.B. “Highway 84 will be the home of three State Champions.” Don’t forget to go a little further east on your map. Valdosta and Homerville are also on Hwy 84. There is a real good possibility that the champion from all 5 classifications will come from what Chris Hatcher, Head Coach Georgia Southern U and the last Head Coach to win a NCAA National Championship in football from Georgia(Valdosta State 2004), called his favorite recruiting ground. HIGHWAY 84!!!!

By CAMDEN COUNTY

November 15, 2007 12:51 PM | Link to this

YALL BETTER WATCH OUT FOR CAMDEN THIS YEAR…I KNOW THEY WILL BE IN FOR THE RUN FOR THE STATE CHAMPIONSHIP THIS YEAR, PLUS THEY WAS A BETTER TEAM THAN THE TEAM THEY LOST TO THIS YEAR, ITS WAS JUST MISTAKES THAT KILLED THEM, AND WATCH OUT FOR THE STAR QUATERBACK MAJOR HERRON THE COACHES SON TO LEAD HIS TEAM TO THE TITTLE THIS YEAR…JUST REMEMBER I SAID THIS…

By Jaybird229

November 15, 2007 1:25 PM | Link to this

To Yo: That was amazing what Lowndes did that year, but they weren’t the most talented team in that game. It was just a tale of two halves. You said it was big plays that cost Lowndes in the first half, the same could be said for Northside. I’ve never seen a team break off so many big runs and fumble the ball away at the end. It was crazy. But I’m not a Northside fan, by the way. I’m a Syrupmaker through and through, but I would have to argue with you that the 99 Lowndes team was not actually worse than the 97 and 98 teams. Those teams were absolutely loaded, but got tripped up in the playoffs. You had Marcus Bonner, Jay Ratliff, Brandon Cowart, C.J. Lofton, those teams were stacked but didn’t finish the drill. Actually those Lowndes teams were a lot like Northside. Loaded with talent, but lost to teams that they shouldn’t have. The earlier losses actually helped the 99 team. They didn’t have a bullseye on their backs like the previous years. Even though it was impressive what they did.

By reg6AAAA

November 15, 2007 1:29 PM | Link to this

I am so sick of hearing all of these East Paulding fans talk trash and never back it up. Yall did the same thing last year coming and writing all over marist’s blog and page and then you guys got handled. East Paulding just talks trash and they tlak about being region champs and undefeated, but i guarantee that if yall played in region 6 AAAA, you would hardly make the playoffs, like SW Dekalb didn’t

By rickey d

November 15, 2007 1:34 PM | Link to this

I am waiting to see who wins the Mays-Cedar Grove game. I guess Cedar Shoals will play the winner

By Jaybird229

November 15, 2007 1:37 PM | Link to this

To Albany Viking: That would be amazing if all five titles were won by teams on Highway 84. Hell I’d be happy if they were won by teams in the south period. But that would definitely be history. The three biggest obstacles to that would be Buford/Charlton(AA), Carver (AAA), and Northside(AAAA). I think Lowndes could pull it off, but not Valdosta, and Clinch is a favorite to get it done in single A. But I’m rooting for it to happen.

By The Original Cougar Mom

November 15, 2007 1:47 PM | Link to this

CAMDEN COUNTY

If they were the better team like you said they were they would have won the game…..

GO COUGARS!!!!!!

By 3 AAAAA

November 15, 2007 2:16 PM | Link to this

Look out for CAMDEN COUNTY, everybody is sleeping on them this year…if you gotta good quarterback and CAMDEN has that!!!that will take you places…they beat WARNER ROBINS this year the team that beat them last year in the playoffs and they beat AIKEN, so best believe its gonna be payback against the old CAMDEN Defensive coordinator Terry Crowder team, in the playoffs, that even if they make it that far, but look out for camdne to win the state championship this year, so yall better believe me…

By Jaybird229

November 15, 2007 3:26 PM | Link to this

Camden County is not going to win state. Every year Camden beats up on those poor teams in Savannah and go 9-1 or 10-0 in the regular season and then they get handled in the playoffs. They’ve only finished the deal one year and that was 2003. To 3 AAAAA, they beat Warner Robins. Good for them, Warner Robins was awful this year. Talk about Camden when they beat somebody that’s relevant.

By FCHS Tiger Teacher

November 15, 2007 3:30 PM | Link to this

I’ve been watching the pairings for the playoffs and visiting the GHSA website, and I’m kind of confused. How does the GHSA set up its regions anyway? If there are only four schools in a region (Region 1AAAA for instance), do all the schools qualify for the playoffs before the season even starts? And how on earth does a team which only lost one game the entire year (Baldwin) come in as a #4 seed. Not that any of this matters because our boys are going to wade right through Baldwin on Friday night, but it just doesn’t seem logical that there could be 3 teams with better records in the same region as a school that only lost one game. Can you shed some light on this?

By talk to you region rep.

November 15, 2007 3:59 PM | Link to this

To FCHS Tiger teacher…. you need to talk to you region rep. or coach. Each region has different rules for region standing for playoffs.

By Tucker Tiger

November 15, 2007 4:03 PM | Link to this

Jaybird When has Tucker’s defense been exposed? We’ve given up 36 points THIS YEAR COMBINED.

By RM

November 15, 2007 4:13 PM | Link to this

I can see why Massey gives North Cobb an 89% chance of winning. Peach Tree Ridge has only beaten 1 team this year with a winning record and North Cobb has defeated 5. 6 if you count Woodstock at 5 and 5. If anyone wants to see what chance Massey gives your team to win (or lose) check out:

http://www.masseyratings.com/pred.php?sub=358920&days=7

He even projects the score.

By CHS "Real Trojans"

November 15, 2007 4:27 PM | Link to this

Hey Carrollton81, did you also play for the Trojans in the mid ’90s. If so and 81 was your number then I know who you are. Good to have some more Trojans on here.

By Raider from the start

November 15, 2007 4:56 PM | Link to this

To RAIDERFAN4LIFE- I noticed 2 or 3 cowbells last game. I can live with several more of those. Let’s make some noise!!!! (But leave the air horns at home) I can’t wait til tomorrow. Go Raiders!!! Deeefense!!!It’s going to be a perfect night for football in the BONEYARD! GO!GO!GO!GO!

By easy charlton

November 15, 2007 5:25 PM | Link to this

Charlton has owned Buford in the past, but keep in mind that Fitzgerald has owned Charlton, something about that Wing T Pruitt throws at you guys confuses Mcwhorter to death. If Charlton does get to the 3rd round though i hope Buford has to come down to the swamp and play, i’d like to see how they responded to that 6 hour ride that Charlton has made too many times

By Reeze

November 15, 2007 5:45 PM | Link to this

Anyone have anything on Lovejoy?I’ve heard they’ve bee playing very well the last couple weeks

By Ed NSHS Fan

November 15, 2007 5:46 PM | Link to this

Jaybird 229 and Yo, Speaking of that Lowndes County-Northside game in 1999. I almost cried to see how the score was 28-3 Northside at the half just to lose 31-28. My only relief is I had a cousin on Lowndes Cty so I was glad for him. Now, Lowndes did owe Northside a payback. A couple or three years earlier, Lowndes County was ranked number 1 in the state, and nationally ranked. A so, so, Northside team upset them in Warner Robins. I was at that game. Lowndes Cty never recovered to win state.

By will

November 15, 2007 5:49 PM | Link to this

why is everybody sleeping on walton underdogs prehaps todd jj and billy arent the only playmaker how bout rival star guy chase thomas or our kicker who has college range 5 50 yard field goals what about coach ds seven stright playoff appances is that because the raiders had no playmakers todd GO RAYDUZ GO RAYDUZ

By yo

November 15, 2007 6:27 PM | Link to this

Jaybird299…glad to hear you are a S.Ga. by heart. Let me clarify something, I did not say Lowndes was the more talented team, I said they were the better team. The 2 have nothing in common, something a lot of people in all of these blogs need to learn. Talent does not mean best team. Ratliff (tight end) and Cowart (Qback) were on the 1999 team. Ratliff a senior and Cowart only a sophomore. About the 7th - 8th game of the year is when Lowndes made adjustments and personel changes to their defense and they became a totally different team from that point on. I specifically remember telling my dad after one of those 2 games “I would not want to be a team that has to face us in the playoffs”. It was amazing the difference in the teams with the same personel from the 7th game on. Let me also add after having watched Lowndes play both NSHS and Southwest Decalb I didn’t think NSHS was any better than them either. Southwest Decalb was also a undefeated team that played us one seriously tough game. They also were probably more talented than us, just not a better team.

By yo

November 15, 2007 6:33 PM | Link to this

Ed NSHS Fan…you are dead on. What made beating NSHS so sweet and the way it went about is because up to that point NSHS had been a thorn in our sides. There was actually 2 years we were the favorite in the playoffs against NSHS prior to that only to be upset. The one you mentioned was the most painful though. That year we had a couple of key defensive players hurt going into the game. NSHS just controlled the clock in that game. Losing key players can make a difference so I do feel your pain going into the playoffs without your Q-back.

By EPFan

November 15, 2007 6:54 PM | Link to this

To RaiderFan4Life:

Razzing other players is a sign of a weak, insecure fan. Yell and scream all you want, use the air horn or cowbell, but do it to build our team up and not tear down a 16-18 yr old kid from the other team. Manners is something our fans could definitely use a huge dose of but trust me I don’t see it coming anytime soon. Maybe it’s just because I grew up i the midwest where the approach to being a good fan was taught and treated a bit differently. Applaud your opponent, wish them good luck on the field, and as a host team ensure that as a fan you welcome visiting fans warmly to our stadium When it is over, shake hands and wish them well. Like I said, I guess I was raised differently.

By Christian L. Brooks

November 15, 2007 7:01 PM | Link to this

Todd, whats your opinion on this, i have been researching alot on AAAA, this may be wrong but i say that FCHS beats baldwin at home by maybe 10 points. Then advance past Bainbridge or statesborro. Then, heres the big one. I think that Tucker is not gonna have an easy shot getting past Douglas Co. Then if they win they may very easily be banged up. Fayette should be coming off a QUITE easy win over BB or SB. And possibly beats a shaken up Tucker. What do you think?

By NTH Trojans

November 15, 2007 7:02 PM | Link to this

**To all Carrollton fans:

If you think that you’re a lock to make it to the Dome, let me rain on your parade. You should get past Oconee Co fairly easily, but I think that Gainesville will beat Westminster. If that happens, then you have to deal with the Spread offense again. Do you remember what happened against Sandy Creek? Gainesville has TWO D-1 receivers that have gained over 1,000 yards receiving each. They also have a QB that has over 3,000 yards passing this season (one fo only 14 or 15 in GHS history). If you happen to get past them, as a reward you get to play Carver, Columbus. Good Luck!!

By Jenkins Warrior 1993

November 15, 2007 7:07 PM | Link to this

good luck jenkins

By graysonfan

November 15, 2007 7:09 PM | Link to this

COLDHARDTRUTH, i hope your right, bout hoochdad having some time on his hands, next week!

By GRAYSONFAN

November 15, 2007 7:20 PM | Link to this

brookwdfan, i hate to say it, but every team can have a bad night. things have changed on the grayson defence team. i think you guys my have to work a little harder. dont want to jinx my team by saying we can beat the hooch, 1- because i dont know much about them, 2- i love surprises.

By Jenkins Warrior 1993

November 15, 2007 7:31 PM | Link to this

thing about Savannah football teams (Beach, Groves, Jenkins, Johnson, Savannah High & Windsor Forest)is they play too high up in their region. The Savannah schools really should be playing in AAA but they are currently in AAAAA.

The largest school is Jenkins with about 1650 students (mostly because of the No Child Left Behind law) and Beach with 1050 students. The teams average about 40 players. This year savannah High only had about 30 players. Then they play teams like camden County with 100 players and the there is no competition.

I played football for Jenkins from 1989-1991 (ineligible senior year) and we would play statesboro, Brunswick, Glynn, Effingham, Bradwell, etc. Bradwell & Effingham were twice the size they are now back then. Because of the newer schools, Liberty County & South Effingham, they are smaller. Effingham left the region 3-AAAAA and Bradwell is still there. Jenkinsa finally beat Bradwell this year because they are closer now in enrollment (and Jenkins has better talent this year) Camden has about 3000 students and the Savannah school get stomped by them every year by scores of 37-0 to 73-0 (they beat Savannah High buy that score in 2005, 53-0 at halftime)

By GRAYSONFAN

November 15, 2007 7:32 PM | Link to this

wow, i tell ya, i sure wish roswell was playing hooch, in the first round need to get this subject, out of here!

By nchs warrior

November 15, 2007 7:36 PM | Link to this

tomorrow is playoffs. north cobb is gonna show you what we got. you guys should be really nervous….. GET LIKE US

By Eagle Fan

November 15, 2007 7:39 PM | Link to this

I saw Lowndes play WR last week and was not impressed. No way Lowndes wins the state this year. Also no way Lowndes was better than NSWR in 1999. I saw it in person, NSWR gave it away.

By chrsharvick29

November 15, 2007 8:04 PM | Link to this

To Eagle Fan: I have to agree with you if Lowndes played that way when it really counted. The fact that coach McPherson plays conservative football at small leads is what will hurt Lowndes. He even admitted it to the Valdosta Daily Times when they had just a 11-0 lead on Valdosta.

“When we got up 11-0, I started playing it conservative,” McPherson admitted. “I thought they were going to have a real hard time scoring on our defense.”

Every game I’ve watched this year, after a score or 2, Lowndes starts playing very consevative. Remember the semifinals in 2005 against Stephenson when Lowndes just got a lead of 14-0 and stayed there. Then they go to the finals add crush Brookwood 49-7. Thats the way Lowndes plays. I just hope it doesn’t come back and bite them in the butt.

By hoya dad

November 15, 2007 8:46 PM | Link to this

I’m a Harrison fan and dad, and I want to say, GO WARRIORS make us proud friday. Unless we meet again we will be pulling for you all the way!

By will

November 15, 2007 9:28 PM | Link to this

harisson is overrater see ya in round 2 go walton

By will

November 15, 2007 9:30 PM | Link to this

overated i mean lol go raiders

By yo

November 15, 2007 9:35 PM | Link to this

NSWR gave it away. A pretty stupid thing to do. I also was there and still have the tapes. Thanks for giving it away, because we accepted. Maybe we weren’t better, just smarter. :-)

By JC

November 15, 2007 9:36 PM | Link to this

Good picks Todd, except for Buford. They don’t have what it takes to beat Charlton County, just look at the last several years, Buford is good at hammering stragglers but can’t whip a good southern team.

A: Clinch County AA: Charlton County AAA: Carver-Columbus AAAA: TCC (Northside’s QB is out) AAAAA: Camden County (Norcross don’t have the experience)

See ya at the Dome!

By yo

November 15, 2007 9:41 PM | Link to this

Lowndes wins with defense first. Defense isn’t always impressive looking, but when the game is over you have been beat.

By smallchange2004

November 15, 2007 10:20 PM | Link to this

Mays Raiders do their talking on the field.

Good luck MLK and Carver Atlanta

By CHS "Real Trojans"

November 15, 2007 10:24 PM | Link to this

nth, please show me on this blog where a Carrollton fan said we were a lock to go to the dome. Don’t put words in our mouths. But as for your thoughts on Gainesville if they are so good why are they the number three team from your region. And don’t say it’s because your region is soooooo tough. I feel confident that if we did play them we will probably have the best defense they have faced. Worry about your trojans and not Ours.

By Eagle Fan

November 15, 2007 10:33 PM | Link to this

Giving it away was stupid, but Lowndes was neither better or smarter. That was Lowndes only victory over NSWR in five tries, nuff said. I wish we were playing you this year but we will just have to let Brookwood finish you off if Windsor Forest doesn’t first. By the way, winning with defense is boring.

By yo

November 15, 2007 10:49 PM | Link to this

Eagle Fan..Lowndes was smart enough and good enough to win the “right one” out of the 6. The other 5 led to no where. The 1 led to the state championship. To bad you didn’t get to play us in 2004 and 2005 too, huh? Too bad you may be playing us next year, if you don’t run off and hide in another region first.

By yo

November 15, 2007 10:53 PM | Link to this

By the way, winning with defense is boring You should learn how to do it you too might have 4 championships instead of finally getting around to the 1. In the next level down AAAA, no less. Lets see if you can do any better in AAAAA than you did in the past. We are talking zero, remember?

By yo

November 15, 2007 10:59 PM | Link to this

Giving it away was stupid, but Lowndes was neither better or smarter The more I think about that statement I have to go hmmmm, not wonder you gave it away.

By Eagle Fan

November 15, 2007 11:06 PM | Link to this

Just kidding, hope to see your team in the dome this year along with us and on the field next year. Good luck to Lowndes and all the teams from south and central georgia. Let the talk end and the games begin.

By slalom1

November 15, 2007 11:49 PM | Link to this

Blah, blah, blah, blah….. Let the games begin. “Yo”….Glad you have awakened from your hibernation.

By Ex-Hab Raider

November 16, 2007 12:28 AM | Link to this

Wow…What a round 1 draw for the Blue and Orange! Marist is always tough. Twice before, these two schools haved played each other in the postseason, and Marist survived both. I was a freshman on the JV squad when last we met in ‘90. It was a heartbreaker that sent us home from what, at the time, was Hab’s deepest playoff run in school history. I looked on helplessly and hoped we would meet again when I could take the field for some retribution. I sadly never got to play in a playoff game, and the Raiders fell off the map for the next decade. But in recent years, Habersham has become quite the football team! I think this could be the year that Marist doesn’t pull the plug on Hab’s season. Whatever the outcome, it should be one of the closest and most fiercely contested games to be played in the ‘07 brackets. I cant wait….. May these Raiders stand where past Raiders fell.

By TCC Fan

November 16, 2007 12:41 AM | Link to this

TCC is ready to make their championship run. One game at a time. First up Brunswick Pirates. As long as we play our A game, this game will be a good warm up game for the playoffs. DSGB GATA.

By impartial observer

November 16, 2007 4:01 AM | Link to this

sorry todd, you need to get your facts straight. camden did not crush warner robins. they beat warner robins,true but scoring only one offensive touchdown does not classify as crushing someone.

By Jaybird229

November 16, 2007 7:55 AM | Link to this

1) To Yo: Have to correct you my man: Brandon Cowart graduated in 97. Marcus Bonner played receiver in 97 and moved to QB in 98. The sophomore QB your referring to was Barrett Wilkes who was the starter in 99. A pretty good guy, but the least talented of those three, as was the 99 team in my opinion even though they won state. But I still think Northside was better, but agree to disagree. Ratliff was on all three of those teams, and he was an absolute beast. I was amazed at how big he got at Auburn, but hey it worked since he’s a starting DT for the Cowboys.

1. To Tucker Tiger: I never said Tucker’s D has been exposed, I said that they haven’t been hit in the mouth except for maybe Mays and Washington. Those are two totally different things. Great stat about the points given up. But we all know that in the playoffs you can’t shut out everybody and you have to score against good defenses. They haven’t done that to me. St. Pius and marist don’t have good D’s in my opinion and I feel that if Baldwin advances to play them, they will have a good chance to pull off the upset. Plus Tucker never finishes the deal in the playoffs, so that’s a disadvantage.

By Reeze

November 16, 2007 9:16 AM | Link to this

Good luck tonight to all kids involved in the playoffs tonight.The two games i’m most intrested in are the Perry/Lagrange and Fayette/Baldwin.Casey Hayward’s running wild tonight don’t think Lagrange can keep up with Perry’s offense.Baldwins offense super fast, if Fayette Co. can’t match their speed ,it’s over quick.Baldwins D-line, biggest kids in the state,two are 350 and climbing,but outta gas by halftime.Maybe Fayette’s biggest problem,Baldwins LB’s,gotta put hats on them at all times.Baldwins defense has many holes,Fayette can win if their coach is on point tonight.

By Hornet Nation

November 16, 2007 9:21 AM | Link to this

HoochDad - Dream on!

By Christian

November 16, 2007 9:35 AM | Link to this

Thanks REEZE i seem to agree with you. I really think that the tigers can pull this one out. and tell me what you think about this. I think tucker will be banged up by Douglas county. Even though Tucker will win i think think that FC can beat them if Brandon and others are healthy.

By Reeze

November 16, 2007 10:22 AM | Link to this

Christian it’s hard for me to make any call on Tucker,I haven’t seen them play for one and i’m not impressed with the region they’re in.Tucker pretty much beats every team out right, struggles with Washington.Mays loses to St.P, but beats marist.St P beats Mays and loses to Marist.Marist beats St P and loses to Mays, and all three struggle past Washington.If these are championship teams ,Washington has to be the best .500 team in the state.Christian,I can’t make the call ,you’ll have to see what happens tonight.

By JC597

November 16, 2007 10:53 AM | Link to this

I could go for two full seasons without hearing one more word about how great the East Paulding Raiders are.

Speaking of Raiders - Good luck to Habersham Central tonight.

By CHS "Real Trojans"

November 16, 2007 11:36 AM | Link to this

I will be so glad after tonight because half of you guys can quit blogging. It takes to long to read all of these. Go Trojans!

By JS

November 16, 2007 11:40 AM | Link to this

this text will be bolded Once again, no love for the Calhoun Yellow Jackets. It’s the AJC, what do you expect?

By Jenkins Warrior 1993

November 16, 2007 12:36 PM | Link to this

to Eagle Fan

“I wish we were playing you this year but we will just have to let Brookwood finish you off if Windsor Forest doesn’t first.”

Windsor isnt going to beat Lowndes

By Indian fan

November 16, 2007 1:05 PM | Link to this

Good Luck to the Charlton County High School Indians as they try to become only the second team in the State of Georgia to win 4 consecutive high school football State Championships.

If you play like the great champios that you are, you will succeed.

Gooo Indians!!!

By Indian fan

November 16, 2007 1:06 PM | Link to this

Good Luck to the Charlton County High School Indians as they try to become only the second team in the State of Georgia to win 4 consecutive high school football State Championships.

If you play like the great champios that you are, you will succeed.

Gooo Indians!!!

By Indian fan

November 16, 2007 1:06 PM | Link to this

Good Luck to the Charlton County High School Indians as they try to become only the second team in the State of Georgia to win 4 consecutive high school football State Championships.

If you play like the great champios that you are, you will succeed.

Gooo Indians!!!

By NTH Trojans

November 16, 2007 5:29 PM | Link to this

CHS Trojans,

All I was saying was that yours is a tough road, and Gainesville is a good team, tougher still against a team that has problems defending the pass. As for defense, Gainesville’s coach said, after the loss to North Hall, that NH had the best defense that he has seen in 10 years or more. Make no mistake about it, NH offense gets all the publicity because of the amount of points that they have scored, but it’s the defense that wins the games. North Hall will be in the Dome, can you say the same for Carrollton?

By yo

November 16, 2007 6:42 PM | Link to this

jaybird299 I stand corrected on the 1999 Qback. That 1999 team did have a pretty serious defensive line though with Ratliff’s bigger brother (and I do mean bigger), another young man whose name I lose who had the nickname of Bull (one serious football player, high energy), and Sweat Pea Burns who was 1st team all SEC a few years back at Kentucky on their defensive line. As far as Jay Ratliff he ended up growing into his Big Brothers frame a little (still smaller though). Off to a football game, check ya’ll later.

By lions

November 16, 2007 9:50 PM | Link to this

Still champs until someone takes it from you,I guesss North Cobb figured that out against Peachtree Ridge—playoffs its a whole new season ! When PTR is on they can stay with anyone—-guess they were on tonight!

By NSHS FAN

November 16, 2007 10:22 PM | Link to this

Slalom 1, sorry to see LaGrange go in the first round to Perry. It wasn’t close! To other Bloggers, NSWR had a hard time with Creekside’s defense, but did finally win with 2-scores in the second half (14-0). Creekside is really a good team. I am glad Eric Berry was not a part of Creekside this year. Hooch Dad must be dying on the inside after see his team lose so badly. Oh well, such in life.

By Reeze

November 16, 2007 10:43 PM | Link to this

NSHS FAN,it wasn’t Creekside’s defense that played well,it was more our offense with 3 turnovers in the first half,one at Creeksides 1 yard line.We bounced back in the 2nd half as usual.Thank God we have the defense that we have.

By TCC Score

November 16, 2007 11:00 PM | Link to this

TCC-44 Brunswick-13. TCC put in the JV with 9 mins left in the third quarter. BHS scored 13 pts in the 4th quarter. Debrale the Train had another great game 11 carries 147 yards rushing 2 tds, QB PJ 87 yards rushing 2 tds, Bryant the other rb 67 yards rushing 1 td. TCC is on all cylinders looking very solid in all phases of the game. If they keep playing like they are they will win state this year.

By yo

November 16, 2007 11:13 PM | Link to this

Hey Slalom 1…is Perry this weeks best team in the state of Ga. in all classifications? :-0 What happened to the Grangers my man?

By Also Kick off return

November 16, 2007 11:14 PM | Link to this

Debrale the train also after half time to start the third quarter BHS kicked off and Debrale took it back to the house 95 yards. Its amazing seeing a back 6ft 1in 240lbs out run players for other teams. Debrale is the best back in the state of GA hands down.

By GRAYSONFAN

November 16, 2007 11:35 PM | Link to this

hate to say i told you so, but can someone give grayson a little credit for the defence? they have changed for the better, thats for sure, maybe now, they will get a little respect!

By Raider from the start

November 17, 2007 12:05 AM | Link to this

Hope you can handle hearing from East Paulding fans for at least 1 more week. If you can’t, well you’re out of luck. This weak region is still here, East Paulding and Cherokee. Maybe you should just get used to it.

By justinfh88

November 17, 2007 12:40 AM | Link to this

Hi hooch dad!!?!? where is your crap talk now? i would have hoped you sorry a@@ team would have put up at least 7 pointS?!? 31-0? makes you think the knights should have been your seed!

By Region8Fan

November 17, 2007 4:07 AM | Link to this

Believe me that the people watching Region 8 football know what a powerhouse defense Grayson has. They will need more offensive production to go all the way. But I expect them to go deep into the playoffs and they could beat anyone on any given night. I watched Grayson play Brookwood and the game was closer than the final score indicated. But a couple of turnovers really hurt Grayson and there offense wasn’t very productive. If Grayson can stay away from turnovers and get more offensive production, they could win it all because their defense is good enough to beat anyone. But I would be surprised if Grayson won the State Title because their offense hasn’t been consistent enough to beat teams that have a strong defense and has the offensive balance to go with it. But I hope that their offense surprises me and they bea some of the top ranked teams (except for Brookwood). Good Luck to Grayson and everyone should know by now that they are for real (especially their defense)!

By GRAYSONFAN

November 17, 2007 8:25 AM | Link to this

thank you, thank you, thank you! yes they could win a game on any given day. like i said a couple days ago, graysons defence has improved in couple different ways, since the brookwood game. i dont expect any team to run away from us, for sure.i agreee, we have to work on our offence. we did not pass last night, and that might have been to our advantage. i told devil fan, the norcross game they saw against grayson earlier in the year, will not be the same game they see next friday night. its going to be tough from here on out, but they CAN do it, if our offence comes to play.

oh, i really hate, that i didnt get to see the hooch’s offence do anything, #10 was a beast, i was expecting him to just amaze us, or something. i dont know, any team can have a bad night.

By NSHS FAN

November 17, 2007 10:55 AM | Link to this

Hey, What happened to all the bloggers? Oops, something tell me some of the trash talkers didn’t fair to well and are now hiding. From what I see and I am an AAAA Region 4 guy, Regions 2 an 5 had three teams to survive round one. Quite impressive. PS: Region 6 could have three teams also if Mays wins today.

By NSHS FAN

November 17, 2007 11:03 AM | Link to this

Correction, my mistake! Region 5 had only two teams to win in round one.

By AAAAReg6Fan

November 17, 2007 12:00 PM | Link to this

To NSHS Fan, region 6 on deck…3 teams after Mays’ victory over Cedar Shoals. My question where is region 4, only one team left? Wasn’t this region picked to be the toughest of all? It seems that Todd missed that prediction…region 6 is boss.

PS: I see region 6 with three in the quarterfinals.

By DemonFan

November 17, 2007 12:04 PM | Link to this

Casey Heyward ran wild. The kid is an athlete. Perry is a good team. Watch out for them in AAA.

Fayette County caught me sleeping. They seem pretty tough, but I still have NS-WR taking AAAA…without Marques Ivory. It will be a tough road this year, but I think their defense will step up.

Yo-I went to the WRHS-Lowndes game, and I still think Lowndes can take it all the way. WR’s defense got pretty stout later in the year, but the offense sucked wind.

I need a 1AAAAA ball team to take the state this year, and Lowndes has the best shot.

By homet

November 17, 2007 12:53 PM | Link to this

LOL!…Yep…as predicted East Paulding is now 11 & 0!!!…

We are taking the EP road show over to the Mays game tonight to watch and see who is making the trip to the “BONEYARD” next week…maybe we’ll do one half on each sideline, we’ll see!…LOL!

Anyway listen for the cowbells and if you need directions to East Paulding we’ll have some printed directions with us…

Oh if any of the AJC folks wanna stop by and visit feel free too…since you NEVER come to the East Paulding games we’ll have a few copies of last nights highlights you can have!…GO RAIDERS!!!

By Reeze

November 17, 2007 1:20 PM | Link to this

AAAAReg6fan…Region 6 had the easist first round draw of all. Baldwin had Fayette Co,they played a good close game, at 10-0 no matter what region their in, i’d say Fayette Co. is for real. Griffin had maybe the biggest sleeper to be in the playoffs Bannecker,who’s been playing well of late.Lovejoy had a decent Whitewater team. Who really cares how a pencil pushing reporter ranks a team or region during the regular season. Its a brand new season now anything can happen in the playoffs ,its one team standing alone at the end…..Congrats to the Perry Panthers.If you get by Worth Co. next week, maybe then North Hall will get their first real game to play this season

By HoochDad

November 17, 2007 1:38 PM | Link to this

Graysonfan - no excuses - we got beat. Your defense played well, and it would be hard to find any mistakes all night on your side. Both teams played a hard game, and demonstrated great post-game sportsmanship unlike a certain Cobb County team that let their tempers get the best of them.

And Hornet nation - I can’t wait to be sitting on the P’Tree Ridge side next Friday night.

By Ep-Hoe!

November 17, 2007 2:02 PM | Link to this

Why all the trash talk?? Seriously? Overrated region us?? look at the picture! Douglas Co, Cherokee, and Pebbblebrooke. 3 teams that made the playoffs 1 comin out victorious in the 1st round. in my eyes Douglas co had a chance to win and then give Tucker a game! anyways gettin off topic here.. TCC fans I give yall respect. I went to the team site and I saw all the years of success! but why say we dont play anyone when yall barly have a schedule either. I`m not even lookin at playin TCC right now! Mays or Cedar Showels. No REASON wat so ever too look past those 2 teams! ARE TEAM is just workin so hard and were havin so much succes but NO respect! Just hope yall dont over look are TEAM! Were happy to be playin into Thanksgiving break, Eat on Turkey Day and then go play a ball game to make us 12-0! Best Believe The Raider Coaching Staff will have this team ready!!

40-21 raiders over ridgeland NO ONE stomps on are sheild!!!

Go Raiders!

By T.J.

November 17, 2007 2:25 PM | Link to this

Wow—-go Gwinnett go!!!!! As sorry as I think Peachtree Ridge is, they prove Gwinnets power in the playoffs. Regions 7 and 8 are the best in the State!!! Only other team I worry about outside of those 2 regions is Lowndes. I would not be surprised to see a all Gwinnett championship game!!!! Guess we will not be hearing to much from the Hooch folks—-nice try—-Grayson was just amped at home——Grayson—-pass the ball or you will not make it through next week. Next week will be the test for Grayson, I am sure it will be a better game than last time. Brookwood——-wow——-all I have to say.

By yo

November 17, 2007 5:16 PM | Link to this

Shucks! Tift almost made it a 1AAAAA sweep. Just missed on that one. Dome will be Valdosta-Brookwood matchup and Lowndes-(Camden/Norcross). Don’t look for the same easy game from Valdosta in the Dome Brookwood. Can a all 1AAAAA Winnersville state final match up finally happen? Man that would be sweeeeeeeeeeet!

By FCHS tiger teacher

November 17, 2007 8:13 PM | Link to this

I have to say it for my FCHS boys! “WE BELIEVE!” Well done, Tigers, now on to more glory next week! Bainbridge, I think.

By CHS "Real Trojans"

November 17, 2007 10:24 PM | Link to this

Hey nth, again, what was that about potent Gainesville offense. Somebody forgot to tell Westminister. We faced a spread offense last night and the results were very much in our favor against probably the top rated QB prospect in the state for ‘08. Score was 41-14, their last score came against our JV and we had one called back on bogus holding penalty. Will we be in the dome you ask? Not sure. Remember, if we win next week we will most likely be playing the number one team in the state.

By CHS "Real Trojans"

November 17, 2007 10:28 PM | Link to this

Not sure what to think about Perry’s beat down on Lagrange. Either Perry is much better than we think or Lagrange was overrated. Either way it makes Carver’s 19-10 win look considerably less impressive.

By NTH Trojans

November 18, 2007 12:18 AM | Link to this

CHS Trojans,

I was more the surprised about the Gainesville game than even you would believe. I thought for sure that Gainesville would make more of a game of it they did. As for the LG/Perry game, I’m still in shock. LG had been ranked #1 for most of the year, but I guess someone forgot to tell Perry that they were supposed to be intimidated. My hat’s off to them, they must have played one heck of a game. So how did Carrollton look Friday night? Do you really think that they have a good shot at beating Carver, Columbus? As for North Hall, they looked awesome on the offensive side of the ball, but they were sloppy on defense, missing tackles, not wrapping up the ball carrier, crashing in on the ends against a VERY mobile QB. If they do that against better teams with the same type of QB, we’ll probably lose. That was by far the worst game that we have had on defense all year. That being said, NH still won, and they had several quality defensive stands. Oh yeah, about your comment about Trojan colors being black and gold (which I found funny by the way), if you really think about it, they are neither green and black, nor black and gold. They are burgandy and gold (USC colors). Good luck in the playoffs, hope to see you in the finals.

By Lucky Break for East Paulding

November 18, 2007 1:32 AM | Link to this

Three players for Mays will not be playing in next weeks game due to fighting in tonights game. They are going to be playing with out their starting Rb, LB, and back up line backer. That is a huge break for EP.

By HSballfan

November 18, 2007 8:12 AM | Link to this

 It's too bad East Paulding gains an advantage; there's no honor in defeating a wounded opponent. But it's beyond time for someone to step in and clean out the thuggery that often passes for football at Mays. The GHSA needs to have a serious head banging session with that coaching staff.

By HSballfan

November 18, 2007 8:19 AM | Link to this

It’s too bad East Paulding gains an advantage; there’s no honor in defeating a wounded opponent. But it’s beyond time for someone to clean out the thuggery that often passes for football at Mays. The GHSA needs to schedule a serious head banging session out behind the woodshed with that coaching staff.

By Raider from the start

November 18, 2007 10:50 AM | Link to this

HSballfan - We’ve been playing all year without one of our best defenders and the last 2 games without our starting running back and last Friday without our starting defensive end. I am sure Mays has capable players also. To imply that Mays has already lost the game is demeaning to their team. I am sure that if you ask those players they will tell you that they are still fully capable of winning this week just like East Paulding has continued winning through their adversity. You are right about the brawling. Those players and coaches show a remarkable lack of discipline. The football field is rough enough already when the game is played within the confines of the rules.

By hornet grad 07

November 18, 2007 11:06 AM | Link to this

Hooch Dad. Are you kidding me? You have got to be the most classless “adult” I have ever met. However, I feel that this is just “CougarMom” from a week or two ago and you changed your name because we were all tired of you. I’m so disappointed I don’t get to hear your trash talk now. And don’t you think you should be supporting your fellow region 6-AAAAA teams now that the hooch is out? So maybe let’s just grow up and you can walk your self over to the Roswell side…

By mikefresh

November 18, 2007 11:35 AM | Link to this

how bout apalachee gering the big win this weekend??? i think that apalachee has a good chance to beat carver atlanta… apalachee has a really solid running game and a really stout defense and they shut down a good offense now i know it may be a reach but it’s not like they won by 1 point they did win by 10……. as far as they mays players geting kicked out of the game they got what they deserve they should learn to control there emotions so i dont fill bad for them at all so for the people saying that its said that east paulding is geting a wounded mays team is sad mays needs to act with more class and sow that they are players not gang bangers and trying to pick a fight.

By mikefresh

November 18, 2007 11:36 AM | Link to this

how bout apalachee gering the big win this weekend??? i think that apalachee has a good chance to beat carver atlanta… apalachee has a really solid running game and a really stout defense and they shut down a good offense now i know it may be a reach but it’s not like they won by 1 point they did win by 10……. as far as they mays players geting kicked out of the game they got what they deserve they should learn to control there emotions so i dont fill bad for them at all so for the people saying that its sad that east paulding is geting a wounded mays team is sad mays needs to act with more class and sow that they are players not gang bangers and trying to pick a fight.

By HSballfan

November 18, 2007 12:06 PM | Link to this

Raider from the start…

Point well taken... I should have added a qualifyer. In a perfect world, each team would be able to compete fully loaded. I would prefer NS Warner Robbins not to lose a game because their star QB was injured, but that's the nature of the game. The main point of my post stands... while it's too bad Mays will not be able to face East Paulding at full strength, the team's behavior causes me to believe they deserve the handicap. Good luck to East Paulding in any event... that's a tough bracket.

By HSballfan

November 18, 2007 12:14 PM | Link to this

Raider from the start…

Point well taken... I should have added a qualifyer. In a perfect world, each team would be able to compete fully loaded. I would prefer NS Warner Robbins not to lose a game because their star QB was injured, but that's the nature of the game. The main point of my post stands... while it's too bad Mays will not be able to face East Paulding at full strength, the team's behavior causes me to believe they deserve the handicap. Good luck to East Paulding in any event... that's a tough bracket.

By HSballfan

November 18, 2007 12:32 PM | Link to this

Raider from the start… Point well taken… I should have added a qualifyer. In a perfect world, each team would be able to compete fully loaded. I would prefer NS Warner Robbins not to lose a game because their star QB was injured, but that’s the nature of the game. The main point of my post stands… while it’s too bad Mays will not be able to face East Paulding at full strength, the team’s behavior causes me to believe they deserve the handicap. Good luck to East Paulding in any event… that’s a tough bracket.

By Raider from the start

November 18, 2007 3:38 PM | Link to this

HSballfan- I read comments from East Paulding people who attended the Mays game. My understanding is that both benches emptied and the brawl had to be stopped by Atlanta police. I don’t know, do you? Does anyone else know what really happened. The AJC article almost glorifies the fight angle. Headlines - Mays fighting mad. With the reaction from the Mays players after the Marist game and the current fighting incident, I wonder how complicit the coaching staff is in these events.

By JC597

November 18, 2007 5:56 PM | Link to this

AAAAReg6Fan: Where was mighty Tucker this week? They only beat the 4th best team in 8-AAAA 24-0? St. Pius should have been playing Habersham, but instead Habersham had to stomp Marist 24-7. I honestly don’t care whether Mays won or not, because they’ve shown all season they can’t win with class. It’s not just about the score, it’s about the discipline and sportsmanship with which you win AND lose. Somebody from Atlanta Public Schools needs to step up and put an end to this type of behavior. It’s just sad.

By HSballfan

November 18, 2007 7:15 PM | Link to this

Tucker was on cruise control. Domination doesn't mean running up the score needlessly... Tucker's main strength is its defense. How many other teams got first round shutouts? Clarke Central never got closer than Tucker's 30 yard line and only had 2 or 3 first downs the entire game. Score is not always an accurate indicator of the tenor of a contest.

By HSballfan

November 18, 2007 7:20 PM | Link to this

I’m sure Cedar Shoals deserves a large part of the blame, but ultimately the responsibility for insuring that the trash talking and the posing is kept to a minumum rests with the coaching staff. Perhaps things might have gone differently had Jesse Solomon been in charge of the sideline. Coaches seem to have forgotten how to motivate players. This is not the WWF, it’s high school football. Disappointing how few people can tell the difference.

By HSballfan

November 18, 2007 7:22 PM | Link to this

Tucker was on cruise control. Domination doesn’t mean running up the score needlessly… Tucker’s main strength is its defense. How many other teams got first round shutouts? Clarke Central never got closer than Tucker’s 30 yard line and only had 2 or 3 first downs the entire game. Score is not always an accurate indicator of the tenor of a contest.

By Christian L. Brooks

November 18, 2007 8:27 PM | Link to this

MAXIE WHO? what do you think about our fchs tigers now big man? Matt with an impressive pic to put it away. Brandon again rushing near 100 yds. Prosser our 2nd string quarter back handled baldwins big boys with ease. impressed? Bainbridge better be ready for these boys. FCHS STATE CHAMPS. BE READY FOR IT!

By Christian L. Brooks

November 18, 2007 8:30 PM | Link to this

and not just the tigers. HOW ABOUT REGION 2? Banneker who the tigers beat down 38-12 put a hell of a beating on griffin. and whitewater pulling one out against lovejoy. And how about creekside who we absolutely demolished 28-0 holding NSWR 14-0. Tigers are in business

By JC597

November 18, 2007 8:43 PM | Link to this

I agree with your comment about the responsibility of coaching staffs to keep their players in line. I was impressed with Mays and Coach Solomon when they came up to Habersham last year for the second round game. I’m not so impressed hearing what happened against Cedar Shoals. Granted, Cedar Shoals undoubtedly had a good bit to do with any trouble which ensued - if I was the Mays head coach I would suspend any Mays players involved for the REST of the season.

OK, I need to rub in the Habersham victory over Marist a little more since everyone else in Region 8-AAAA floundered this past weekend. (I had too much faith in Salem… they really tanked against St. Pius) Marist played well for the first three quarters. Their wishbone offense really punishes opposing defenses whether they score or not. The time Marist kept Habersham’s defense on the field was critical through 3 quarters. A long Habersham drive at the end of the third/beginning of the fourth quarter finally gave the Habersham defense some time to rest. Two scores later, the game was over.

Because of Marist’s storied playoff history, most of their fans probably had no clue Marist knocked Habersham out of the playoffs in two of our last three quarterfinals appearances (1984 and 1990). Those were the only two times the teams had met. This was obviously a big win for our community, showing why high school football brings small communities together like it does.

By mikefresh

November 18, 2007 9:07 PM | Link to this

ok this is what happened at the cedar shoals and mays game…. during the second quater Ramonte Scott was tackled and a pentaly flag was thrown late for what was to have been a face mask but one of the refs saw that cedar shoals Taylor Pass punch ramonte scott thus taylor pass was ejected…. then the second fight happend later on in the second quater after desmond walkers 19 yard td run the two teams began to tangle and a bench clearing brawl started it took around 10 minutes and the atlanta police to break up the fight nowit’s my understanding that the players for cedar shoals will be suspened from school since they were on a school trip and will also have in school suspension for up to 5 days… they will also be suspened 1 ghsa varsity game of basketball for the two players that play basketball and the other players will be suspened next season for the first game…

By NSHS FAN

November 18, 2007 9:15 PM | Link to this

TO: “By Christian L. Brooks” You should know better! There is no common ground to judge how a team will do against another. Just because NSWR beat Creekside 14-0 and Fayette County (FC) beat them 28-0 doesn’t mean FC could beat NSWR. If I used that same senario to judge FC. You guys beat Baldwin 21-16. NSWR beat Baldwin 31-0. Also, Fayette Cty beat Mt. Zion Jonesboro 21-12. NSWR beat them 62-7. So you see, you are just as good as you are from week to week.

By AAAAReg6Fan

November 18, 2007 9:33 PM | Link to this

JC597 – 3 region 6 teams marching on…Tucker had the opportunity to score again with the ball on the 1 yrd line, 1st down, but chose to take 3 straight knees, running out the clock…that showed a lot of class.

Region 6 still on deck….

By CHS "Real Trojans"

November 18, 2007 10:35 PM | Link to this

nth, We looked okay Friday night. Rushed for 392 yards but against Oconee County. I’m a little concerned about Westminister. We played in the regular season and won 25-9 but they played without their starting QB. If we win I don’t know if we can beat Carver. We played them last year in the quarterfinals and were a missed field goal at the end from winning. My biggest concern with them would probably be defense. If their front seven is big AND athletic we probably can’t win. Also a lot hinges on where we would play. I heard it comes down to a coin flip if teams have the same seeding. Our defense, as always, is pretty good. If someone is going to beat us they cannot be one dimensional.

By HSF Fan

November 19, 2007 9:02 AM | Link to this

Everybody talking about Lowndes coming out AAAAA but they have test this week Douglass their offense came to play and against tought teams their defense does too so if they come ready to play its gonna be a fight in Lowndes

By HSF Fan

November 19, 2007 9:03 AM | Link to this

Everybody talking about Lowndes coming out AAAAA but they have test this week Douglass their offense came to play last week and against tought teams their defense does too so if they come ready to play its gonna be a fight in Lowndes

By HSF Fan

November 19, 2007 9:03 AM | Link to this

Everybody talking about Lowndes coming out AAAAA but they have test this week Douglass their offense came to play last week and against tought teams their defense does too so if they come ready to play its gonna be a fight in Lowndes

By JC597

November 19, 2007 9:50 AM | Link to this

I love reading and posting on this board, but I am seriously concerned about the lack of grammar and punctuation exhibited on a daily basis. I often wonder if some of you are even speaking English.

By Ep-Hoe!

November 19, 2007 10:41 AM | Link to this

Advantage come on now!!! Yea they got three people out!! but dont mean crap!! East has bein dealin wit injuries all season long, with startin Senior DE, Startin RB, startin Senior DB/WR, Mays has talent it seems in alot of aspects of there game! I think theyll be iight! Its just ganna be when we win.. that the excuse that everyone has is that 3 players out! and well then still be overlooked! or maybe looked as lucky?

Good Luck to Whitewater this friday against TCC! I would hate to travel down to TCC in the 3rd round! but ill stop for a sec! cause theres no need to over look a very talented team like Mays! lets just hope they dont stomp on are sheild! cause theyll just bring the Beast from the East out even more!

GO RAIDERS!

By Leon

November 19, 2007 11:13 AM | Link to this

I just have to say, “CONGRATULATION” to the Ware County “Gators” of Waycross in winning in the firts round of the 2AAAA playoffs. Now lets go and take care of “Banneker” in route to the Dome. From a 1966 Graduate. “Ware County Gators Rock”

By GRAYSONFAN

November 19, 2007 1:38 PM | Link to this

i dont think grammer is the issue here, so get over it. some of us may have a life, and have little time to dble check everything we type. read between the lines!