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By TCChamps

November 28, 2007 3:14 PM | Link to this

How can you put P.J Willams at #4 and not have Debrale Smiley on the list at all? He has more td’s than Green at #3 and is the horse that makes the TCC attack go. He may not be deserving of #1 but you could at least make him 4a and Williams 4b.

By Blake

November 28, 2007 3:16 PM | Link to this

What about North Hall? Their offense and defense is absolutely incredible. Somebody from this team should be on the list. Their offense almost set the state scoring record this year, and could have done so easily. Many times late in games they took a knee on the 5 yard line. They averaged over 50 points a game this year on offense and allowed 7 points a game on defense. How come I never hear anything about them?

By RHS

November 28, 2007 3:24 PM | Link to this

Jeff

Garrett Embry’s 40 time is in th 4.5 range. If he gets in the open,he’s almost impossible to catch

By SuperMan

November 28, 2007 3:38 PM | Link to this

The fact that Greg Reid from Lowndes County and Debrale Smiley from Thomas County Central is not on this list makes the entire list a JOKE!!!

By SuperMan

November 28, 2007 3:39 PM | Link to this

The fact that Greg Reid from Lowndes County and Debrale Smiley from Thomas County Central is not on this list makes the entire list a JOKE!!!

By SuperMan

November 28, 2007 3:39 PM | Link to this

The fact that Greg Reid from Lowndes County and Debrale Smiley from Thomas County Central is not on this list makes the entire list a JOKE!!!

By DirtDobber

November 28, 2007 3:44 PM | Link to this

So SuperMan … post the stats on Greg Reid from Lowndes. Why should he be on the list ?

By dawgduck

November 28, 2007 3:50 PM | Link to this

You’ll be catching a lot of heat from Thomas County Central fans. I can’t believe you didn’t list Debrale Smiley in your top 10, probably one of the top 3 backs in the state if not the best. 6ft, 220lbs, runs a 4.4-4.5 forty. Broke TCCHS all time touchdown record. Reminds you a lot of Hershel Walker.

By Old School Jacket

November 28, 2007 3:58 PM | Link to this

AMEN!!!! Preach it dawgduck!!! GO JACKETS!!!!

By Jawjadude

November 28, 2007 4:18 PM | Link to this

Debrale Smiley and Greg Reid would outplay any of those other guys. also bring Mikey back down to South Georgia I bet he still has nightmares about Tift County.

By Observer

November 28, 2007 4:37 PM | Link to this

TCC’s back feild is the best in the state. Offense line has to be in the top 3 in the state. Debrale Smiley aka the night train is the best back in the state. PJ is very dangerous also. Don’t forget about #20 Rauls TCC’s other running back, he is very fast 4.4 in the 40 and runs hard. This years TCC team if they play to their A game the next 3 games they will win state this year.

By Impartial Observer

November 28, 2007 4:39 PM | Link to this

I’m not an ECI fan - if fact, I can’t stand those bumpkins - but I went to see Ealy and the Bulldogs play Seminole County in the first round of the Class A playoffs. And, let me tell you, this kid is the real deal.

According to one newspaper, Ealy’s listed at 5-foot-11 and 205 pounds, and those numbers look legit. I stood by the gate where ECI entered the field, and when Ealy walked by, we were eyeball-to-eyeball, and I’m 6 feet tall.

The fact that he plays at a small school does not diminish his impact or his talent.

Remember, George Rogers, Herschel Walker, Garrison Hearst, Champ Bailey, and Charles Grant played at small schools, too.

By John Round

November 28, 2007 4:58 PM | Link to this

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By Jeff Haws

November 28, 2007 5:06 PM | Link to this

Yeah, I certainly could have put Smiley on the list, but I like Williams and didn’t want two guys from the same backfield on here. It’s reasonable to say Smiley could be on here, though.

RHS-

I was going by the only 40 time I could find for Embry. I wouldn’t be surprised to learn you’re right about it being in the 4.5 area. That kid can fly. I was really impressed when I saw him a few weeks ago.

By Uncle Al

November 28, 2007 5:10 PM | Link to this

What about Daniel Mccayen,#4 for MLK?He’s been catching balls for the team all year long,and has a list of colleges wanting him to play,and is ranked academically with the best.

By FOOTBALL FAN

November 28, 2007 5:11 PM | Link to this

Jawjadude…Mickey would love to come back down to South GA. When he was last there you must remember that he was a sophmore. North would kill Tift Co. this year… oh thats right, they’re not playing anymore!

By Uncle Al

November 28, 2007 5:18 PM | Link to this

Daniel Makaynhan is the best long ball threat that MLK has.He plays on both sides of the ball.He will light the field up this weekend also,with Dorsey and Cordello.

By Viking

November 28, 2007 5:24 PM | Link to this

I know people will debate these lists all day (that IS the point, right?), but you have GOT to see Greg Reid play in person. And you also have to understand what the college scouts understand about Greg and ANY Lowndes player: they have so many good backs that are rotated in and out that the stats don’t spotlight any one player. Don’t take our word for it, just watch him.

By SuperMan

November 28, 2007 5:40 PM | Link to this

Ask any coach for Region 1-AAAAA if Greg Reid should be on that list. Roswell will know why Greg Reid should be on this list after Friday night.

By Uncle G

November 28, 2007 5:43 PM | Link to this

you forgot:…

Derrick Harris from Tucker who is maybe the most elusive player on a team full of athletes.

Drayton Calhoun also from Tucker.. Against NW Whitfield he almost juked the whole team….

Tyler Jarry, Mikey’s favorite target..

By Thrust

November 28, 2007 5:53 PM | Link to this

Lowndes plays as a team. You cant single out one player their so good. Reid and Perry have so much talent.

By Eric

November 28, 2007 5:53 PM | Link to this

I would like to question the 40 time of Tavarres King at Habersham Central. I read that he has been clocked many times between 4.3 and 4.4. To add to him though I believe he is only a few receiving yards from breaking the single season record for the state of Georgia. He is a gamemaker and a gamebreaker. Can blow past DB’s and make amazing catches.

By Jeff Haws

November 28, 2007 6:00 PM | Link to this

Viking-

I’d love to see Greg play in person, but I’ll be about 50 miles down the road in Thomasville on Friday. Tell ya what … if you guys make it to the Dome, I’ll make it a point to check Lowndes out whether I’m covering the game or not. I knew he was a player, but maybe he’s better than I thought, based on the comments.

Eric-

Personally, I question all 40 times, but they are what they are. I don’t really have any way of confirming them, so they’re about as good a tool as I have to illustrate someone’s speed. Whether they’re legit or whether they actually translate to the field or not, it’s tough to say.

By Coolcell

November 28, 2007 6:06 PM | Link to this

How could you leave the best QB in the state of GA off the list….Durron Furr Carver-Col and maybe the best LBS for LBS WR in the state Jarmon Fortson. I know T.King is fast but Fortson is strong…..he’s a baby T.O……Carver 28 Carrollton 10

By toocoldscorpio

November 28, 2007 6:11 PM | Link to this

Abry Jones #97 has been a beast on the Northside D line this year and has been Making plenty of big plays.

By jaybo

November 28, 2007 6:45 PM | Link to this

Jeff Haws I hate to say it like this, but you are a joke sports writer. I know that is a little strong, but your credibility is gone down the drain now. How can you not have Debrale Smiley on the list when he has rushed for over 1600 yds and scored over 30 touchdowns—have you lost your mind? This kid can takeover and dominate a game at will. He is a threat to score everytime he touches the football. Your entire list is shot because Smiley is not on there. That’s why your are receiving numerous complaints from people about this blatant oversight. Do your homework sir before you put together a list like this again!!!

By FanMan

November 28, 2007 6:55 PM | Link to this

Before the Walton - Harrison game I thought the team speed of Harrison’s defense would overwhelm Billy Burns. Well, I stand corrected as he made many outstanding runs. The boy can motor while staying under control. I never thought I would say this but good luck to Walton this weekend and beyond.

By raiderpride

November 28, 2007 6:58 PM | Link to this

how is billy burns fourth? he does everything for the raider offense. an example is when j.j jackson came out of the game for a break, burns took a handoff and broke four tackles for a score. he also caught a touchdown against kennesaw moutnain to win when he jumped over the defender, pulled it away fro the defender and held onto it. he’s a amazing player. he also runs a 4.38, six tenths of a second more than the 1 guy

By maxsportz.com

November 28, 2007 7:17 PM | Link to this

TK from Hab Central is nice and is worth going out to see.

By gacanefan

November 28, 2007 7:23 PM | Link to this

Smiley and Reid are the best players in the state!Green is the only player I would put in their class.Smile and Reid are once in a lifetime type of players.The only thing Reid doesn’t do for Lowndes is sell popcorn.My Hurricanes have got to start really recruiting Georgia with players like Smiley and Reid we will be able to form the perfect storm again.GO CANES GO.THERE ARE TEN PLAYMAKERS BETTER THAN SMILEY AND REID IT HAS GOT TOBE A JOKE!!!!

By NSHS FAN

November 28, 2007 7:25 PM | Link to this

Stop, Stop, everyone about the order of the top ten list. That is all it was; in “NO” particular order. Numbers 1 through 10 are equal. Stop tripping! Now, in terms of who should be on the list; it is just a subjective opinion by Hawes. Be like me, make your own. D#%@ what Hawes says.

By Jeff Haws

November 28, 2007 7:36 PM | Link to this

jaybo-

I’ve seen both Smiley and Williams play. Both are very good, as I mentioned during the course of the list. But my feeling was that Williams better fit the mold of an “exciting” player, and I didn’t want to have two guys from the same backfield on the list. You’re certainly welcome to disagree, as is anyone else. We like to see a diversity of opinions here at Take Ten.

By Moose

November 28, 2007 7:41 PM | Link to this

Thad Williams of Cook High has 513 all purpose yards through 2 games in the playoffs. 364 of those yards are rushing yards. He’s also got a pick and several tackles to go along with the yards.

By Randall

November 28, 2007 7:57 PM | Link to this

The stink about Smiley not being on the list stems from the fact that the exalted North Geotgians think very little of us down South which is actually O.K with me, but the obvious respect we should get isn’t there, after all S.G. football has dominated the state since before I was born and I see Debrale play every week. I f he goes to a school besides UGA we will regret it for at least four years.

By gacanefan

November 28, 2007 8:23 PM | Link to this

You mean to tell me that there are 10 players more exciting than GREG REID!Ok I understand you haven’t seen Mr.Reid play.The guy plays full time cornerback,running back,and kick offs ,punt returns he not only plays both ways he makes game changing plays.I don’t like Lowndes,I even told everyone that Reid not coming off the field will hurt them.Roswell does not know what they are about to see.They put that number 1 at cornerback against Tift County last year to shut down #11 for Tift County last year and he did.You cannot game plan for Mr.Reid.Dayum I hate to ride anyones jock ,but if you haven’t seen GREG REID play in person,!I saw Richardson play in person with Lee County and he is similar,but Reid does it the whole game

By ktmoney

November 28, 2007 8:25 PM | Link to this

Greg Reid is the truth everything that was said about him is the real deal you have to watch him he just make things happen he’s a future Deion Sanders i’ll bet anyone right now that next year he’ll be one of the top five best players in the state so north ga please don’t hate

By EAST 4 EVER

November 28, 2007 8:35 PM | Link to this

After Friday Night you may want to re-post this ….East Paulding Raiders QB Cole Paris may not be a Household Name Yet but after he picks apart the TCC defense you guy’s will start looking at this QB… 6’3 175lbs. SMART,GREAT ARM,is a GENERAL ON THE FIELD,as alot of sports writers have said..Just thought you guy’s should know this since you don’t cover EAST PAULDING FOOTBALL unless they play a ATL. School.But that’s ok…AND TCC’s SMILEY IS 6 touchdowns away from breaking some unknown running back’s TD record from UGA…remember the name COLE PARIS #10 EAST PAULDING RAIDERS…

By ktmoney

November 28, 2007 8:42 PM | Link to this

gacanefan with all due respect what game were you at last yr. #11 troupe lit up #24 Reid last yr we got a highlight film where they were one on one and Troupe beat him for about a 40yd bomb but don’t get me wrong Reid is good

By yo

November 28, 2007 8:51 PM | Link to this

Let me be more to the point, Garrett Embry will know why Greg Reid should be on this list after Friday night. Besides the fact he may be Lowndes best running back when in the backfield, 8 interceptions last year as a sophomore all state defensive back. I believe 3 picks last week alone. Not to mention around a 50 yard reception as a receiver last week that was a thing of beauty. Not to mention the rushing yards as a running back when in the backfield. Not to mention Lowndes sometimes lines him up in the Tebo formation and direct snaps to him in which he occasionally throws from this formation and almost always completes the pass. He is still only a junior. Not to mention, oh well that should be enough.

By yo

November 28, 2007 9:02 PM | Link to this

ktmoney…Jerry Rice sometimes beat Deion Sanders also. I think the fact that Lowndes had a sophomore db covering a very big and strong senior wr from Tift about to sign with the Bulldogs pretty much says it. Even Deion got beat sometimes.

By jaybo

November 28, 2007 9:03 PM | Link to this

Jeff, I think the best way to light up a football field is by scoring touchdowns. I know that making tackles, interceptions and throwing the is exciting too, but nothing is more exciting than seeing a playmaker with the ball in his hands doing his thing-scoring touchdowns. To that end, Smiley is better than PJ and most others in the state!

By LaKEsiDE's ReCieVEr..A.k.a TRaQk stArR

November 28, 2007 9:45 PM | Link to this

lO0K ouT foR THat LakEsIDE-AtlAntA ReCeiVER nEXT yeAR. CaUSE he GOne bE Up hEre…….

By Jeff Haws

November 28, 2007 9:48 PM | Link to this

jaybo-

There’s certainly an argument to be made for that, my friend. I like Williams’ versatility as a runner/passer/coordinator of the offense. But Smiley is obviously one of the best backs in the state, and he’ll probably be an excellent college back as well. I chose Williams; somebody else probably would have chosen Smiley. Had I not wanted to keep two backfield mates off the list for variety’s sake, I would have chosen both.

By MLK Fan

November 28, 2007 9:59 PM | Link to this

To:

By Uncle Al

November 28, 2007 5:10 PM | Link to this

What about Daniel Mccayen,#4 for MLK?He’s been catching balls for the team all year long,and has a list of colleges wanting him to play,and is ranked academically with the best.

Don’t tell everything. Keep something hidden. They don’t need to know everything.

By south ga. boy

November 28, 2007 10:01 PM | Link to this

jeff, as a TCC alumnus, i understand what your reasoning about putting P.J. instead of the D-train on your list. PJ is the lightening bolt & D-train is the thunder. I hope you are coming to Thomas County (not Thomasville, TCC is just outside the city limits of Thomasville and 95% of the student come from the rest of the county, not T-ville) to see TCC, not T-ville. You will get to see the lightening & thunder in person.

By FanMan

November 28, 2007 10:23 PM | Link to this

Two guys that should definitely be considered on this list:

Charlton County’s Ralph Bolden—RB. Here is a clip of one of his runs…amazing! text to be linked

Buford’s Cody Getz—RB/PR. He is small, but the most entertaining kid I have seen play all year long with his small stature, super quickness, and nifty moves.

By TCC Fan

November 28, 2007 10:33 PM | Link to this

Jeff Haws: I agree with your point of view. PJ is a very dangerous QB. Who do you think will win State in AAAA? To East 4 Ever: you are funny. Wait till big #99 for TCC gets a hold of EP’s QB. Since you brought up size #99 Big Amp is 6ft 4in 320lbs.

By Jawjadude

November 28, 2007 11:40 PM | Link to this

yeah it sure as heck wasn’t North Gwinnett that knocked Tift out of the state playoffs. beat a south GA school and then you can say something. Mikey and his boys still have bruises from last year just ask them. North Gwinnett wouldn’t have won 1-AAAA this year (TCC is that good), much less 1-AAAAA.

(funny that you are trying to take credit for Tift not being in the playoffs since it was the southern most team in the state that did knock them out. but just ask Camden if Tift can play. that idiot that Tifton has for a sportswriter said Camden only gained 90 yards rushing on Tift, that’s after averaging like 350)

and to prove I am a big man, TCC would have won 1-AAAAA this year that’s the reason Smiley and Williams should both be on any list of exciting players. and until you see and/or know everyone does it make much sense to do a list like this, Greg Reid don’t get hyped because he is south GA pure and simple.

By Jeff Haws

November 28, 2007 11:47 PM | Link to this

south ga boy-

Yeah, that was sort of my line of thinking. I could see another point of view, but that’s mine. And I actually will be down the road at Thomasville, not TCC. Kurt Aschermann will be at the Nest, and I told him to get himself set up at that hotel right across the street from the stadium. We’ll see if he gets a room there.

TCC Fan-

I think it’ll be TCC-Northside, and the home team will win. It should be an excellent final, unless something surprising happens between now and then and someone else slips in. The thing is, Northside’s defense is so good that it’s gonna be tough to beat them, but I think TCC might have the horses to do it. If Northside still had their QB, I’d pick them to win.

As far as Tucker goes, I just don’t think they can score the points to get it done. If they get by Bainbridge, which I don’t think is a given, they might as well just play sudden death with Northside. I think NWR wins that one 10-0 or something like that.

After that, both NWR’s and TCC’s home fields are such big advantages for each team that I think that is the X-factor. Whoever wins the coin flip wins the game.

By bahrainsucks

November 29, 2007 6:47 AM | Link to this

Wow, a writer who responds with intelligent commentary. Count me as a new reader. And thank you by the way Mr. Haws.

By FanMan

November 29, 2007 7:43 AM | Link to this

Looks like two different people are using the name FanMan on this blog. Mine is the one from 6:55 on 11/28.

By FanMan

November 29, 2007 7:44 AM | Link to this

to: LaKEsiDE’s ReCieVEr..A.k.a TRaQk stArR

If you are going to write something type it like a normal person would. This is a joke but then again maybe it was meant to be.

By Jeff Haws

November 29, 2007 8:12 AM | Link to this

bahrainsucks-

You’re welcome. My “intelligence” may be a one-time fluke, but I’ll take credit for it all the same. I do try to participate in my blogs and answer questions and criticisms when possible. If you like that, you should definitely look out for Todd Holcomb’s stuff, especially. He does a great job responding to people and giving some extra insight into his columns, probably much better than I do.

But glad to have you as a reader. I should pop up on here pretty regularly. Feel free to chime in any time.

By Bonecracker

November 29, 2007 8:16 AM | Link to this

I think it is a shame that Debrale Smiley is not on this list. For pure size and speed, nobody comes close in the state of Georgia. He is the best running back I have seen since 1997 Joe Burnes who played at Georgia Tech and then went on to play in the NFL. Joe had the moves but Smiley has raw power and speed!! I have been amazed at how he has ran away from those speedy DB’s. He can lower his shoulder and run through an opponent or siff arm a defender and run away. I hate to think how good this guy will be in 4 years! I hope UGA will see the light and invest in his future!!

By GetzFan

November 29, 2007 8:18 AM | Link to this

By FanMan

Buford’s Cody Getz—RB/PR. He is small, but the most entertaining kid I have seen play all year long with his small stature, super quickness, and nifty moves.

AMEN!!!! Thanks for the mention of the Roadrunner from Buford. Been watching this kid for YEARS and he only continues to improve! One of the first games last year, saw Cody run a kick off back for 100+ yards and never was touched. This year has been exciting. Next year….WOW!

By Derrick Mahone

November 29, 2007 8:31 AM | Link to this

Jeff,

Another name that I forgot to mention to you was A.G. Middlebrooks of Lincoln County. I saw him against Landmark Christian in the first round of the playoffs. He is the nephew of former LIncoln County, UGA and NFL standout Garrison Hearst. The apple didn’t fall too far from the tree as skills. He is talented and just a sophomore.

Carver-Atlanta has some talented skill players that could have been considered for the list. I really like senior linebacker Arsenio Clemmons, he makes plays all over the field.

Interested in seeing Chamblee and junior running back Warren Norman play tomorrow at North DeKalb Stadium.

By bishop jackson

November 29, 2007 8:40 AM | Link to this

Debrale Smiley (Thomas County Central)is the best RD in the state of ga.. he is a ground pounder if you are in his way you just got ran over by a train. he weight in at 240 but he run like a 190lb RB. great speed on the outside and a ground pounder up the middle.

By big justin

November 29, 2007 9:10 AM | Link to this

apparently greg reids family has a computer.. nice one mom and pops

By big justin

November 29, 2007 9:11 AM | Link to this

apparently greg reids family has a computer.. nice one mom and pops

By JT

November 29, 2007 9:53 AM | Link to this

I think that it is a shame that Alfonso Dennard is not mentioned on this list. He is one of the top 40 recruits in the country for defensive backs. He plays for the Wilcox County Patriots out of Rochelle, GA. A.G. Middlebrooks of Lincoln Co. will be shut down on Friday night in Rochelle when he meets that stingy defense of the Patriots. Lorenzo Dennard is the twin brother of Alfonso and he is our QB and equally as good as his brother and highly recruited. Deauteay Legrier will definitely be head hunting A.G. Middlebrooks who is our linebacker and headed to the University of Arkansas. Look out Lincoln County!!!!!

By j smoth

November 29, 2007 9:57 AM | Link to this

everybody in the state of georgia is allowing one of best pocket passers/ playmakers in the state to escape this debate……Jarad Dorsey of MLK is one the most prolific quarterbacks to step foot on the field in dekalb county history. stats dont show it being said that he only has 1600 yards and 16 tds but with jones in the backfield and mckayhan on the edge thats what dorsey needed and has reached his full potential and is a force to be recon with. in this past weekends game against valdosta he made completion after completion on third downs and made a couple of big plays that were called back on nonexistent holding calls. he a quincy carter type quarterback who has poise, confidence in the pocket,a strong arm and accuracy. he has all the tools to become a great division 1 quarterback. he is the george washington, the martin luther king, jr., the malcolm x, the robert lee ( read up on your history if you dont know who they are) of this MLK team which is destined to become the first dekalb county school to win a football championship since the 1995 SWD panthers with Quincy carter at qb. hint hint. its there time and they will overcome todd holcombs bs predictions and rankings, the hating critics, and prosper above the rest…….MLK is on the map and will stay KING of georgia football.

By NSWR EAGLE FAN FOREVER

November 29, 2007 10:09 AM | Link to this

NSWR Green is the best in the state. Each week he runs over the other team defense. If and when they shut him down. He justs finds another way to score. See if you can catch him even when he is injured. Green along with the rest of the team will reach the state title again this year. GO NSWR EAGLES WE ARE BEHIND YOU ALL THE WAY TO THE TITLE.

By Josey

November 29, 2007 10:11 AM | Link to this

Nick bass is another big playmaker out of Northside(warner robins) he is fast, hard to tackle and elusive

By bishop jackson

November 29, 2007 10:19 AM | Link to this

Everybody is talking about TCC,but lets not forget about Thomasville High Bulldogs. who is on a 10 game winning streak. we will be play Lovett Lion @ home this Friday night at the dog house. We will destroyer them lead by Jr. FB T. Williams, So. HB C.hayes and Sr. QB K.Dixon. Down the road will be Brookwood High playing for the State Championship. Big shout out to Brookwood Warrior

By AVikingfan

November 29, 2007 10:41 AM | Link to this

Apparently there are a lot of good players in the state of GA this year, but all anyone has to do if they truly want to know how good GREG REID is, they can ask ANY class 1-AAAAA coach, or the coach from ANY of Lowndes opponents. He IS THE REAL DEAL. Physically bigger that Warick Dunn but not as fast as Deon Sanders. But close to them in ability at comparable ages. Last year as a sopohomore in the very first game of the year he took a pitchout for a long touchdown against Harrison up at Kennesaw Mountain. We knew right then he was the REAL DEAL (even though the TD was called back by a holding penalty.) This year he has a 99 yd TD on a kickoff return, long unbelieveable punt returns, interceptions, td pass receptions, rushing td’s, has made numerous jarring bonecrushing tackles, and is a fairly accurate passer. Hopefully Roswell will get to see him at his best. But if they concentreate on him, no.11 and no. 28 will eat’em alive in rushing yardage.

By kevin

November 29, 2007 11:02 AM | Link to this

How could you omit Perry’s Casey Hayward? The kid has over 1000 yds rushing, over 1000 yds passing, and several interceptions in spot duty on defense. He is 6’2” with a 4.5 40. He is also being recruited by SEC schools. Just ask any LaGrange or Peach County fan about this kid!

By Vikes Fan

November 29, 2007 11:40 AM | Link to this

I think it is so crazy that Greg Reid or Darrett Perry were not mentioned. They have talent that is unreal and are going to lead the Vikings to a state championship. They have skills that cannot be taught and if you haven’t seen them play you really need to check them out!

By Straight Shooter Coach

November 29, 2007 12:11 PM | Link to this

To all the Lowndes fans who’ve posted:

I’ve never seen Greg Reid play but, given his starting role for LHS, I’d assume he’s “right good.” But while you pulling for your Vikes this Friday, also take a look at #4, Alex Daniel for Roswell.

I’ve never seen a RB cause more defensive players to “lose their jockstraps” than this kid. I don’t know what his “40 time” is but he has the quickest feet around and sees the “hole” really well. Tough-as-nails when he hits you, too, but a bit undersized so he hasn’t popped up on many D-1 radars. I think that will be somebody’s loss.

Best wishes to both Roswell and Lowndes on Friday. I do belive it will be a good show.

By JT

November 29, 2007 12:19 PM | Link to this

Superman I feel you about Debrale and Greg but to say the entire list is a joke is stretching it a bit. I follow class A football and I am a Wilcox County Patriot fan. Washaun Ealy (Emanual County Institute) is right where he needs to be at No. 1 because this kid had over 2000 yards for the season (10 games) and 49 touchdowns. I think that is awesome and he’s just a junior. I hope to meet him in the state championship game. Keep following the class A bracket.

By Tara Stadium in a sea of Black and Red

November 29, 2007 12:33 PM | Link to this

Hi Jeff,

First off, TCC, we were beat by 16+ players on the field last year at your segregated house of Tigers. Players 12 thru 16 were dressed like Zebras. Go watch another basketball game….thats all you been doing for a couple of weeks anyway, isn’t it time for you to hybernate?

Now , on to Jeff, you missed one dawg, Eric Eberhardt. DE that has seen more double and triple team blocks than any end in the county. This kid will go D1, and will be in that David Pollack type of kid that gets after it. Ask Newnan how they gonna block that and leave one of our LB’s wide open for a kill shot. Go ahead, ask Brookwood how they did it.

By GAC SUPPORTER

November 29, 2007 12:36 PM | Link to this

When Buford plays up a classification or two…….they can boast about players but not with that schedule. Any Gwinnett county school can run a ball 100 plus yards versus our opponents in AA.

By gaboy

November 29, 2007 1:09 PM | Link to this

what about ag middlebrooks of lincoln county he is only a sophmore is over 1200 yards rushing he is the nephew of former lincoln county stand out garrison hearst he is a real playmaker i predict he will have a big game against wilcox. as for the dennard boys they better watch out cause that red devil defense will SHUT THEM DOWN!!!!!!!

By gaboy

November 29, 2007 1:09 PM | Link to this

what about ag middlebrooks of lincoln county he is only a sophmore is over 1200 yards rushing he is the nephew of former lincoln county stand out garrison hearst he is a real playmaker i predict he will have a big game against wilcox. as for the dennard boys they better watch out cause that red devil defense will SHUT THEM DOWN!!!!!!!

By Old School Jacket

November 29, 2007 1:18 PM | Link to this

I agree Smiley should be on this list but, PJ Wiliiams is the grease that makes the Veer run smoothly and consistantly. Every play he has to read the defensive scheme, sometimes change the play and in a matter of seconds read what the LB, End and cornerbacks are doing on the play. This determines who will get the ball. That’s just my opinion… Both young men are very deserving. God Bless

By raidersyear

November 29, 2007 2:19 PM | Link to this

Finally some well earned respect! 2 Walton players in the top 10! Anyone that knows the team could argue for JJ Jackson as well, over 1700 yards, 5.9 per carry avg. with 21 TD’s (he caught a couple also). Or our awesome Kicker Adam Shriner, AJC Player of week, 58 yd FG, almost 50% of kickoffs are touchbacks! GO RAIDERS!

By Lion's Den

November 29, 2007 2:56 PM | Link to this

Want to see “sparks fly” this Friday, pay attention to the Offensive and Defensive line play of the M.L. King Lions; best kept secret in GA folks. I was really impressed with how they overwhelmed Valdosta last week.

Go Lions!!!!!

PS….Good luck to Tucker and Carver-Atlanta, expect to see you in the GA Dome next week.

By JT

November 29, 2007 3:02 PM | Link to this

Gaboy I respect the fact that AG Middlebrooks comes from a good pedigree of talent but Wilcox has too much speed and power. Alfonso Dennard in the first round of playoffs against Chatt. Co(Cusseta) intercepted a pass and ran it back 52 yards and those 52 yards put him over 6,000 for his career. He is indeed a all-purpose athlete. His nephew #4 Antonio Marshall has 1000 yards for the season and he is just a sophmore too. They are indeed a triple threat to any team (Dennard boys and their brother’s son #4 Antonio Marshall)… Buy you some popcorn and enjoy the show…

By south ga. boy

November 29, 2007 3:29 PM | Link to this

Jeff, DUDE, you can’t go down the street to see the T-vlle, puppies are you. You should come 1 1/2 miles down the street to see the Varsity paly at TCC. Oh well, you can see us next week in the Dome when we take care of the Bullgators from Waycross. Keep up the good columns.

By Gene

November 29, 2007 3:39 PM | Link to this

You might want to rewrite the Jonathan Davis paragraph. He doesn’t play for St. Pius and they aren’t in the playoffs either. Tucker didn’t make the playoffs last year so I’m not real sure what they are talking about here.

By Reeze

November 29, 2007 3:58 PM | Link to this

Jeff Haws get real dude.I hope you’re not jumping on this TCC,D-Train band Wagon…..You and these TCC fans need to wake up and smell the lack of defense….Haws,how can you even consider the deciding factor as home field advantage if a NSWR/TCC matchup should occur….We would shred that defense to pieces….TCC’s defense has given up 61 points in the last three games ,NSWR has only given up only 7 in the last 3 and 68 points all season and Tucker only given up 18 in the last 3 and 46 all season….These are defenses that make up a championship team….And most of these TCC fans know i speak the truth,i’ve seen all the excuses for Whitewater scoring 21 points in the second half….”Our J.V was in”…..We thought we had them pretty much beat”……”We fumbled two times”……….”They scored in the last 5 minutes of the game”…..”The first team were getting their nails done”….”D-Train was out”.This is the playoffs a real defense won’t sleep in the second half or give up 21 points…You give NSWR 21 points in any half and its over ,……No doubt the D-Train is the real deal,but Haws i am glad you let these TCC folks know that there are other impact players around the state.

By TCC91

November 29, 2007 4:00 PM | Link to this

Debrale Smiley (D-Train) is by the far the best back that has come through TCC since Joe Burns…matter of fact, he’s broken his records. I’m puzzled as to how two kids from Walton (i’ve seen them this year) made the list and only 3 kids south of Atl made the list. I guess there really is no love for S Ga football. And I live in Atl.

By GetzFan

November 29, 2007 4:02 PM | Link to this

By GAC SUPPORTER

When Buford plays up a classification or two…….they can boast about players but not with that schedule. Any Gwinnett county school can run a ball 100 plus yards versus our opponents in AA.

Just wondering if you are jealous or just uninformed.

Y’all could not handle Buford for at least the past two years, and even after you had Caleb King (oh yeah, thats right…Buford shut him DOWN last year).

Come to the reality that no matter what classification they play, Cody Getz IS the real deal. And, you will see what that is all about next year.

And, by the way, Getz has not had a 100 yard rushing game this year. Buford has not had to keep its starters in the game much past the third quarter this year. And, he is running behind a South Florida signee named Demetrius Murray.

By JT

November 29, 2007 4:03 PM | Link to this

This is what I pulled off the Cordele Dispatch in regards to Wilcox Patriot Alfonso Dennard…

Wilcox High wide receiver Alfonzo Dennard has been chosen as a participant for the Georgia Athletic Coaches Association all-star game to be played Dec. 29 at 2 p.m. in Columbus.

Dennard, who is one of just a few players from a Class A school chosen to play in the game, is the first Patriot to be so honored in several years.

He will be a member of the South team that will be led by Camden County head coach Jeff Herron.

This kid is goooood!!!!

By Derrick Mahone

November 29, 2007 4:04 PM | Link to this

Gene:

Not exactly sure what you did not understand about Jonathan Davis. Put some key words in uppercase and bold that might help.

. Jonathan Davis, TUCKER, RB/LB

He made a name for himself during LAST YEAR’S playoffs for St. Pius, leading a huge comeback at Thomas County Central and nearly carrying the Lions to an upset over Northside-Warner Robins at the Dome. He hasn’t had to be as dynamic THIS YEAR on a team full of athletes, but he’s still one of those players you can’t take your eye off at any time on either side of the ball.

By CCHS Fan

November 29, 2007 4:21 PM | Link to this

Well, its looks like the GHSA Classification Committee went ahead and kept the teams in R3 that requested to play up. For them to keep Camden in this region is a slap in our face. What do we have to do to get their attention and let them know that we would like to be in a region that’s competative? Don’t get wrong, I have nothing against the other schools in the region, but history show that when it comes to football they definitely don’t belong in AAAAA. GHSA, do the right thing, reconvene your committee and right this wrong before the start of next season.

By Rowland

November 29, 2007 4:59 PM | Link to this

Thank you Blake from below.

When you’re looking for Big Play Makers, you need to look at North Hall High School in Gainesville, GA. Below is a quick excerpt from an article on the web site, Accessnorthga.com after last Friday night’s win at the Brickyard. It’s talking about Senior, Hunter Wolf and the again amazing night he had for the Trojans. Read on…

“With his team locked in a scoreless duel at halftime, North Hall senior Hunter Wolf decided to take matters into his own hands Friday night against Sandy Creek in the second round of the Class AAA football playoffs.

Wolf recovered a fumble on the first play of the second half, finished off the drive with a 2-yard touchdown run, added a 50-yard kickoff return to set up another touchdown, and then returned a fumble for a score to lead the Trojans to a 21-7 win at The Brickyard.

Wolf then perhaps sealed the win for North Hall intercepting a pass in the end zone to snuff out a Sandy Creek scoring chance.”

The aforementioned “fumble” was actually Hunter stripping the ball from the Sandy Creek player’s hands and running it in more than 20 yards for a touchdown. Yes, he plays OFFENSE and DEFENSE, rarely leaving the field in a night. And an equally cool note.. He has a twin brother who is just as good!

Hunter and Dylon, along with Bobby Epps, Jackson Griffeth and all the Trojan players this year, have given North Hall High School something to remember: 12-0 (so far), winning ten games by 40 points or more, setting the school’s scoring record for a single game and amassing more records than can be mentioned here. And all that done with the JV team on the field for half the game most nights! Big Playmakers? Take a look up the road to Gainesville, North Hall High School’s got ‘em!

Take it to the Dome Trojans!

(For more on the North Hall Trojans check out the above-mentioned site as well as gainesvilletimes.com)

By south ga. boy

November 29, 2007 5:41 PM | Link to this

hey reeze (and that probably is your real name and your wife named Weezie, are you George Jefferson) put down the crack pipe!!! Norhtside wins one State Championship (TCC had 5 in 6 yrs) and you think your unbeatable, what did you get in your 1st playoff game, 14 points while we had 37 at the half. You keep guzzling the koolaid your T-vlle principle is feeding you. Maybe he should come back to his pathetic alma mata, before they condemn the place. We will meet for your &**whoopin 2 weeks from tommorrow.

By TCC GATA

November 29, 2007 6:05 PM | Link to this

NSWR has not seen a offense like TCC, if they did they would have been scored on by 28 to 35 pts that game. TCC’s defense will step up to play when the time comes. You can count on that.

By TRowland

November 29, 2007 6:33 PM | Link to this

I left a comment an hour ago, how come it hasn’t appeared on the web?

Thanks in advance for your reply.

By EastBeast

November 29, 2007 7:51 PM | Link to this

TCC - The Veer? Why didn’t you tell us you had Eric Dickerson and Craig James in the backfield before we ordered the buses? Long bus ride to see you veer your way to 400 yards and 45 points in the first half. At least you didn’t get moved to AAAAA so next year we’ll just have to worry about Harrison and Kennesaw Mountain. Oh, and good luck in the final against the Tucker-NSWR winner!

By EAST4EVER

November 29, 2007 8:17 PM | Link to this

TCC FAN, your boy #99..Want touch the Q.B. from EAST..That goes to show how much you know about our Offense..You’ll be sitting in the stands with with that DUMB look on your face…Just sit back and watch the SHOW…South Ga. ain’t never seen anything like this…. EAST PAULDING FOOTBALL—-GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH…WATCH OUT FOR THE AIR-ATTACK…. BEAST FROM THE EAST!!!!!!!!!!

By TCC Fan

November 29, 2007 11:09 PM | Link to this

Actually East4Ever I will be on the sidelines watching TCC GATA. I will be smiling while Smiley and TCC’s offense runs all up and down the feild, and TCC defense shows the state just how good they are. Choo!Choo! baby.

By TCC91

November 30, 2007 11:03 AM | Link to this

TCC Fan, I’ll be leaving Atl at 2:30 to come watch the Old Gold Machine churn out that yardage southern style. I guess I’ll ride along side the East Paulding and Lovett crews because both of them will be bringing back sore tails from Jackson St. Go Jackets!

By TCC fan

December 3, 2007 12:38 AM | Link to this

I told you so. TCC is on the road to Glory.

By TCC91

December 3, 2007 4:40 PM | Link to this

What happened to East??? WOW!!!! they gave up 300 yds rushing by the half. and speaking of our #99, your OL #72 is SORRY! #99 pushed him around all game. I thought he was on our team at one point.

By JT

December 3, 2007 5:38 PM | Link to this

Well yall sure missed the games of the year! A.G. Middlesbrooks, the sophmore RB for Lincoln Co slaughtered my Wilcox Co Patriots the first quarter of the game 21-0. The end of the first quarter was 24-6. The next 29 minutes of the game those Dennard boys and Deauntay Legrier went nuts onthe field. One play Legrier had 5 Red Devils dragging them down the field for at least 20 yards. You had to see it to believe it. You can read it in the Cordele dispatch.com Our guys were amazing in one of the biggest comebacks against a perennial championship team such as Lincoln Co. Awesome performance and they did it with Championship Character. See you in the Dome Athens Academy…..

By ECI beats Wilcox 34-24

December 11, 2007 1:20 PM | Link to this

JT I am sorry but It’s not just Ealey thats unstoppable. First, you have to penetrate an offensive line that averages 6-2.35 inches, 286.5 pounds, then grab a 5-11, 208 pound running back with 4.3 speed that bench presses 345 and squats 475. this team averages 296 yards rushing per game along with 42 points per game. this guy averages 200 of these yards per game himself. He has 55 Touchdowns now. Just touch and a deserving number 1.