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By EAST Player

November 16, 2008 5:23 PM | Link to this

So much for “ONE AND DONE” huh Todd?

By D-W00D Student

November 16, 2008 5:32 PM | Link to this

2 Games that made me smile:

Dunwoody 24, Central Caroll 7 Andy Mills showed off and showed out in this game, and the run-game did a good job filling in for the injured Treavor Scales and LeFloyd Philips.

Cartersville 34, St. Pius 31 Free Education. That is all.

By T.J.

November 16, 2008 5:58 PM | Link to this

I am at a loss of words about Bradwell winning and Walton losing. I am dissapointed only one region 8 team won their game. Guess Brookwood mom did not rain dance good enough to stop North Gwinnett’s passing game.

What made me smile the most is Grayson’s domination of Collins Hill. It was brutal how hard Grayson was hitting them. They knocked out their QB and almost did the same to the backup. I guess that is how they play the pass…knock out the QB. East Paulding will be the toughest team Grayson has seen all year. Hope they rise to the challenge. I do not know that team well. What are East’s strengths and weaknesses? I do not think Grayson fans will be talking about Lowndes this week. They are focused on this game, that is it.

By Wes

November 16, 2008 5:58 PM | Link to this

Todd,

With Evans and all of their fellow regional representatives washing out in the first round, could you shed some light on why 3AAAA doesn’t stack up with the rest of the state?

By HoyaDawg

November 16, 2008 6:03 PM | Link to this

Todd, It’s a good thing you did’nt do rankings. You would have had 0 teams in your top ten from what you call second best region in AAAAA. We made you look good going 3-1, but I guess not good enough. Highschool football is really hard to rank. It’s crazy. Example, Kell beats Lassiter, Etowah smokes Harrison, And then Lassiter beats Etowah, and Harrison beats Kell.

By NUMB(ers)-NUTS

November 16, 2008 6:09 PM | Link to this

If you’re reading this, you love GA prep football as much as I do. So I don’t have to worry that any of you will think I am crazy for compiling and posting for you phellow phootball phanatics these esoteric, trivial, and essentially useless bits of data about this past weekend’s playoff games.

In case you were wondering …

There were three region “shutouts”: In Class AAAAA, Region 1 shutout Region 2. In Class AAAA, Region 4 shutout Region 3. In Class AA, Region 1 shutout Region 2.

Overall (80 total games), the home teams won 58 games (73%), while the visitors won 22 games. Here are the won-loss records of the home teams in each of the five classes:

AAAAA: 10-6; AAAAA: 9-7; AAA: 12-4; AA: 12-4; A: 15-1. Note the domination of the home teams in Class A.

Overall, #1-seeded teams beat #4-seeded teams 32 out of 40 games, or 80%. Of course, that means there were eight games where #4 upset #1, with the following breakdown per Class: AAAAA (3); AAAAA (3); AAA (1); AA (1); and A (0). Note again how Class A stands out, with zero games wherein #4 beat #1.

Regarding the more expected parity of #2s against #3s: Overall, #2 teams beat #3 teams 26 out of 40 games, or 65%.

And since the #1s and #2s were the favorites not only because of their higher-seedings, they had the advantage of playing at home. And we’ve already seen from above where the favored/home teams beat the underdog/traveling teams in 58 of 80 games, or 73%.

Hope you enjoyed it. Please check my figures and if you see a mistake (which is certainly possible), I welcome your corrections. And if you can twist these numbers in some other way that has even less sense than this, post it!

By **EAST DAD**

November 16, 2008 6:14 PM | Link to this

HoyaDawg

I agree. Its to hard to rank High School Football. The play calling, the D and O match up so differant.

That’s why I hope East goes all the way. If not East someone from R-5 AAAAA.

Good luck R-5 AAAAA

By D-W00D Student

November 16, 2008 6:16 PM | Link to this

Note that Dunwoody kept 5AAA from being shutout.

By Homet

November 16, 2008 6:23 PM | Link to this

FOR EAST Player

OH YEAH!!!… What they meant to say was “ONE AND NOWHERE NEAR DONE!!!

Load the Cannon…Hey Grayson, Raider Nation is coming THRU you and Heading to Lowndes!!!

By CANEFAN

November 16, 2008 6:33 PM | Link to this

fitzgerald finally got their qb,rb,and their 2 main def guys back from injuries, they missed the last 3-4 games.If henery co. playes like they did fri, fitz will run all over them.fitz had 502 yards on the ground and the def was quick and deadly, the rb’s were like surgeons against charltons def, they cut thru them like they were butta. henry co you better be on your a-game.

By AVikingFan

November 16, 2008 6:45 PM | Link to this

To NUMB (ers)-NUTS I don’t think it was much of a big deal that the “home” teams hjad a higher winning percentage. After all, they were the higher seeds, meaning they had the best records during the regulatr season, and in 8 cases of each class they were region champs.

I think the remarkable statistic was that in Class AAAAA, three region champs were defeated by 4th place teams from other regions. Also, Region 1-AAAAA swept with all 4 teams advancing, solidifying our claim to have the state’s best region.

Class AAAAA has somke really good 2nd round matchups next Friday. Newnan vs Tift, PeaRidge in a rematch with the Hoyas, Lowndes and Bradwell, EP and Grayson, and perhaps the state’s biggest game of the week involving NSWR and Camden. NG should handle Lassiter, same for Coffee over Chapel Hill. Here’s hoping Mike Obrien’s Woodstock team stays on the winning track against Norcross.

Todd’s biggest disapointment of the year, Ware County came back to life and upset Thomas County Central. Perhaps TCC was still reeling from the whipping they took against Robert Davis’s team the week before. (that often happends when a team loses a big game, especially when they were badly beaten like Westside did to them.) Too bad Waco is out of the chase so soon. They have a lot of active posters. Ansd it’s hard to believe Appling and Charlton were sent home.

HoyaDawg I guess we’ll have to contend with those EP folks a little longer huh?! Personally I am rooting for’em. And I just hope we can take care of business against Sportsfan 31313’s Bradwell team and go 1-0 again this week, and hopefully host EP in the 3rd round.

I don’t expect the NSWR folks to be crowing this week quite as much as they did the week prior to coming to Lowndes. They may beat Camden, and I hope they do, but I don’t think they will.

Whitefield and Whitfield, leave the rankings with Todd. You might should let him do the picks too!

By Dawg Gone

November 16, 2008 6:58 PM | Link to this

D-W00D Student… Your showing your lack of understanding (some might call it ignorance) of the 5-AAA situation. You should be and have been rooting for wins from your Region brethren, as that legitimizes your claim for excellence. Note that, of the three Subregion matchups, your Subregion won only one. Granted it was Dunwoody over SPX - but SPX had dispatched both of the teams that beat both of your Subregion’s entries. Fact is, your team struggled to win on a night where SPX had far from their best performance.

SPX faced a much better team in the 1st Round of the playoffs than they faced in the Region Championship. Had SPX played as well against Dunwoody as they did against Cartersville, your team would now be out of the playoffs (expelled by Cartersville).

Despite the lack of good character shown by many of your fellow students, we continue to root for Dunwoody to advance in the playoffs. But, I personally do not hold out much hope for your team.

Good luck! Hope to see you in the Region Championship again next year. You have a pretty good team.

By Wildcat Fan

November 16, 2008 7:01 PM | Link to this

Hey, NUMB(ers)-NUTS ,

Region 4 did not shutout reg 3, or did you not here that Camden scored 49 against Creekside?

By TrojanDude

November 16, 2008 7:10 PM | Link to this

Coffee & Tift wins

Everyone would have been shocked if Lowndes or NSWR had not made it through round 1. Not so for Coffee & Tift. Most fans seemed about half-and-half split over who was better, who would win and who would fall. But it seemed almost everyone thought one or the other would crash and burn.

Believe me… After the Coffee-Tift game that closed out their regular seasons, Neither team had many doubts about the first round outcome. Walking of the field players from Coffee & Tift actually had conversations amongst themselves that could be paraphrased as: ‘If we both take the same game to round 1 that we brought to each other tonight, we’re gonna be takin’ another buss ride week 2 for sure.’

Well, Chapel Hill and Newnan, both Coffee & Tift will make every effort to get the blood and guts and hair out of their teeth by next Friday night. We’ll look presentable enough so as not to embarass either of you. Who knows……Coffee mey even dress out in the Yellow Pants again for the second time in twenty years.

May the games be as safe as possible.

GO 1AAAAA We’re rootin’ for you NSWR

By GraysonFan2

November 16, 2008 7:17 PM | Link to this

Woodstock/Walton, heehee.

By gofigure

November 16, 2008 7:24 PM | Link to this

Wow! I see that you listed Jackson’s loss first as “giving you the most pleasure.” You must have some kind of ax to grind with the Jackson people. The score was actually 28-14, a little worse than the incorrect score you posted. That should give you even more pleasure.

By HoyaDawg

November 16, 2008 7:25 PM | Link to this

AVikingFan I agree about the Hometeams and top two seeds. I do appreciate when somone takes the time to compile numbers. Yea, Looks like we will have to deal with East at least one more weekAt least we know if they lose, they will be gone like a freight train, gone like yesterday, gone like a…. well you get the point. For real I would like to see East make it to Lowndes. Anybody with any high school football knowledge, from around here, knows the history of Valdasta football. I really wish that experience on my neighbors. Even though we go back and fourth, and many of their posters are hard to handle, They have made a huge turnaround in their program, and that would be a great finish for those seniors. I want the same thing for us in the semis. This week we better get ready for grayson, and the Ridge.

By WACO-FAN

November 16, 2008 7:36 PM | Link to this

since we da only team in our region 3AAA that got put OUT IN THE FIRST ROUND IMA HOLD IT DOWN FOR MY REGION MATES BALDWIN,BURKE AND THE SHOCKIN THOMSON…..SO I HOPE YALL GO IN CARIO,LAGRANGE AND PUT IN WORK AND MAKE FAST BAIT OUT OF SHAW…..

By Alan

November 16, 2008 7:40 PM | Link to this

Dawg Gone

I am both a Pius alum and Dunwoody parent (my child’s choice) and I disagree with your assessment of the students behavior at the game. What I thought was astounding was the fact that the Pius announcer had to tell the Pius fans to cheer.

I agree with your assessment. It is a poor reflection of 5AAA that only 1 team remains. I disagree with your assessment of Dunwoody;s chances. Dunwoody’s bench is deeper that Pius.. one star does not a team make.

The Dunwoody fans were passionate.. the Pius game was the only rivalry game that DHS had this year due to scheduling challenges with Chamblee.

By TrojanMan in Stockbridge

November 16, 2008 7:42 PM | Link to this

Watch out for the Coffee Trojans!!! Class of ‘86.

By HoyaDawg

November 16, 2008 8:14 PM | Link to this

TJ Hey man, if grayson hits as hard as you say, there will be some collisions on the field friday night.East can do some Hitting. A big full back that can carry the ball, but is a great blocker from what I saw. East is not real big, but they are well coached, hit hard, and play every play with all they have. I have seen Grayson play, and East can play with you. This will be a good game.

By HoyaDawg

November 16, 2008 8:26 PM | Link to this

Peachtree Ridge, The only thing I have aginst you, is I have been talking you up all year on year, and I have never heard one positive word about Harrison, or even a thank you. So, all of that is over. Somebody said, It is hard to beat a good team twice. I say it is hard to beat a healthy Hoya team once. The other good news is we don’t have to beat you twice, we only have to beat you once. I really have respect for PR, loved your stadium, and loved the excitement of your fans and student section. Your team is good, but for the sake of fun and excitement, we need to get some aggresive dialogue going. Here is my pick. Harrison 21-10.

By HoyaDawg

November 16, 2008 8:30 PM | Link to this

TODD If Northside loses to camden, and goes out in round 2, will you have them ranked in the final 10, If say Camden went to the final. You can also switch that around, and answer it either way.

By Brookwood Mom

November 16, 2008 8:33 PM | Link to this

TJ: Damn weatherman!! I gotta stop listening to him. I guess I need to learn how to dance!

It is true that Collins Hill’s QB left in an ambulance? Are them GRAYSON boys showing “Poor Sportsmanship” again?? OK I can see bustin em up BUT not sending him to the hospital. Come on now that is not nice!

Brookwood Mom will be at the Grayson-EP game sitting on the fifty! Who do you think I will be cheering for?? I will give you a hint! I will be wearing Black and white with a hint of silver!

By NUMB(ers)-NUTS

November 16, 2008 8:43 PM | Link to this

To Wildcat Fan:

First, learn to spell. It’s “hear” not “here”.

Second, if you had read my post closely, you would have seen where it clearly says that it was in Class AAAA (that’s 4 “A”s not 5) where Region 4 shutout Region 3.

I gladly accept your apology and thanks for the work I did.

By AVikingFan

November 16, 2008 8:54 PM | Link to this

Can anyone explain what happened to Appling, Charlton, and McIntosh County Academy? I mean, weren’t ranked at or near the top of AA this year? It’s hard to believe they all went down at the same time. Congrats to Cook, Thomasville and Fitzgerald! Hope ya’ll go deep into the playoffs!

By Michael

November 16, 2008 8:55 PM | Link to this

Hey Todd Holcomb:

The AJC needs to do a story about the Region 1 5A sweep in the first round of the playoffs because it is a rare thing and a big statement about that Region.

By AVikingFan

November 16, 2008 9:02 PM | Link to this

HoyaDawg, My friend! I’m jumping in ahead of Todd on this one. Camden and NSWR are probably the 2nd and 3rd best teams in the state, no disrepect to Grayson and Newnan. Whichever loses certainly should be ranked in the top ten at seasons end. It’s not their fault one has to go down this early. You name one team that can for sure beat either of them in the whole state, besides Lowndes of course!

By rw

November 16, 2008 9:21 PM | Link to this

Region 6AAAA represented well on Friday night. Marist, Tucker, SWD all won big. Sandy Creek ranked #2 in the rankings just barely beat the #4 seeded Chamblee from 6AAAA 14-7. Way to go Dekalb County lets keep it going.

By eagledad24

November 16, 2008 9:27 PM | Link to this

After watching my team lose to who i think is easily the best #4 seed … i think lassiter is the best team out of any region 5 or 6 team despite the yards we put up there front 7 can flat out play with anyone……DARKHORSE

By rw

November 16, 2008 9:27 PM | Link to this

TODD to repeat what someone else said on here, is there any way you can influence getting the Camden County-NSWR game televised. I believe most of the fans of HS football would dearly love to watch this match up regardless of what they personally root for.

By Reeze

November 16, 2008 9:45 PM | Link to this

Todd Holcomb……I know you’ll have your choice of Atl-metro games to attend this weekend ,but are you coming to Kingsland friday to see the Eagle Nation in force and bringing the noise?…..you’ll see a better showing than what you saw in Valdosta earlier this season….I know you get the company car and expenses….Come on down kid.

By Cane 91

November 16, 2008 9:59 PM | Link to this

Do not sleep on the purple hurricanes. Yes we lost our last two and people would write us off but from the talk around it went that way for a reason. If we would have beat Thomasville we would be facing 3 weeks of hell. Week 1 #4 ranked Mci co acad, Week 2 # 5 ranked Dublin, week 3 # 1 ranked Buford. We have a smoother road, and with 500 plus rushing yards against them. We are the only team other than buford to beat charlton in Folkston since 2003 in which they have lost 3 times, twice to fitzgerald. We are eyeing a state championship.

By mhseagle

November 16, 2008 10:02 PM | Link to this

Todd what are your thoughts on the upcoming Marist-Sequoyah game?

By nolichucky

November 16, 2008 10:12 PM | Link to this

Wow, it is great to see so much interchange. Having gone thorugh a season of watching Woodstock come from 1-3 at week 5, it has been a delight to see the team beginning to reach it’s potential. This team is special and will be travelling to Norcross to play a good football team. We hope to do R-5 AAAAA proud and deliver to O’Brian number 102 and the schools first second round victory. By no means do we take Norcross lightly, they like the other teams in round two earned their way there. We have been playing playoff football for the last 5 weeks, we look forward to the opportunity to esarn three more.

By CamdenWin Total With an *

November 16, 2008 10:32 PM | Link to this

Do not mention Camden County’s win total over the last decade without noting that probably 80% of those 100+ wins were agains AA, AAA and AAAA schools. Not impressed with the record against smaller schools.

By Yo

November 16, 2008 10:36 PM | Link to this

NumbersNuts what I take from your post is that home field advantage wasn’t that big of a deal. When you take into consideration that the higher seeded team had the home field advantage, then a considerable number of lesser seeded teams won on the road. It appears to me it was more about the strength of the team then the home field advantage.

By GraysonFan2

November 16, 2008 10:48 PM | Link to this

Bookwood mom,

Good gosh oh mighty, what happened to you? The QB was knocked from the back, he was in the shotgun turned his back to Grayson’s defense to hand a ball off to his RB, then he turned and acted like he still had it, our OLB was running full force at him as if he faked the hand off and still had the ball. As far as I can remember, thats how hard a linebacker is suppose to hit the man with the ball. I think the object is to not only tackle him but to try and knock the ball out of his arms. There were no flags called, the play was fair. Their back up QB tried the same play ONCE from the shot gun, and was hammered too. Again, no flags and from what i remember, he played the rest of the game a little more carefully, after he laid on the ground for a 5 min. delay. Its not bad sportsmanship to be able to play at the next level, take a look at a college game or two, those young men get hit hard.

Love your spunk but, dont be so wishy washy, one minute your cheering for us, the next, your out for our blood. 50 yd line of which side, I know who your rooting for.

By GraysonFan2

November 16, 2008 10:53 PM | Link to this

Hey Todd,

region 7-AAAAA had 3 out of 4 go to the second round, to bad the 4th seed had to play a #1 Grayson or it could have been a sweep. in other words, WOOP-T-DO!

By Wildcat Fan

November 16, 2008 10:58 PM | Link to this

Yep you are right, my bad. But I don’t see the great work you was talking bout.

By Yo

November 16, 2008 11:01 PM | Link to this

WOOP-T-DO! Good to see you back GF2. Unfortunately when a region has 3 out of its 4 teams go in the first round of the playoffs it sheds a little bit of negative light on the remaining one in that region. It says there is the possibility that the remaining team (even if undefeated) may not be as good as its record says it is. Now we know that is not the case with Grayson, but it still leaves a little room for doubt. The same with Newnan. I would say Camden also, but Camden is a proven commodity year after year so we know they are good. We just don’t know how good.

By GraysonFan2

November 16, 2008 11:20 PM | Link to this

Well lets see whats left after the second round before we get all crazy about a super post and all, lol.

I dont see anyone knocking out Norcross, Ptree ridge, or N.Gwinnett, do you? Statistically speaking.

Now on the other hand, Camden will beat Northside, Newnan will beat Tift, and that leaves two. These are only statistically wins and loses I speak of.

I do hope Northside wins their game (hide)

YO, thanks for only doubting us a little!

Good Grief, I just looked at some E.P. video and they do a lot of crab blocking. Step back!

Just checked out some Lowndes video too, Greg Reid is a stud, He may break a few because hes good like that, but not like he did against some of those teams.

By wildmanhoya

November 16, 2008 11:24 PM | Link to this

Hoyadawg

You are going to have to carry the Hoyas fight on the blog. The Wildman has called it a career posting, blogging or whatever it is called. Have fun and go Hoyas as they head to Peachtree Ridge this Friday.

By VSU Blazer

November 16, 2008 11:29 PM | Link to this

i noticed someone asked what EAST’s strengths were. overall, there’s very good coaching and personal desire within each player. each player will fight ‘till the end no matter what happens in the game. the only weaknesses i really know of is size, yet the defense hits hard and the running back will run over you and around you, and mistakes. the only games they lost, Harrison and Woodstock, they turned the ball over way too much. going by player’s however though, i’d have to point out #32-Sen, Jahron Brown-Fullback/Power RB- This kid has the potential to be better than Knowshon or Herschel with Knowshon’s speed, outrunning defensive backs and making linebackers look silly, and Herschel’s size he can make the toughest linebackers cry.

EAST DEFENSE- is a very well coached and very smart D. Not very large in size, but makes up for it in strength and will. Every player can give a slobberknocker now and then, but also can read plays and rundown loose ball carriers. Very stout and doesn’t give yards up easily. Although, they can get tired after 3 OT’s so the Milton game was not a good representation. EAST OFFENSE- moves very quickly with successful plays. Very balanced in running and passing. #17, Jesse Groover, is more of a pocket passer as to #2, Idris (eeDreese) Anderson, who likes to roll out and throw on the run. Very small O Line but they get the job done. Smart receivers with good hands and quick, powerful running backs make up the greatest weapons.

This Grayson game coming up should be a very good one. I graduated EP ‘08 just last semester so i do personally know most of the EP team right now. I attend Valdosta State now, but high school football seems more raw and competetive. I’ve seen Lowndes and Valdosta and all these south GA teams, but i will still stick w/ the undersized big hearted team i came from back up North. have a good week, and i wish i could make it back north for the Grayson/EP game but i wont be able to. If EP makes it to Lowndes, then ill be on break at home and have to drive back down here to school to see the game, haha, stupid circumstances.

Everyone have a fun week, GO Raiders!

By VSU Blazer

November 16, 2008 11:31 PM | Link to this

OH YEAH?! and here’s some reconnessaince for you Grayson fans. There are pics and highlight videos from every game in the last 2 years by EP at this website. EAST FOOTBALL

By david wetherford

November 16, 2008 11:49 PM | Link to this

Ha Kinerly I told yall Pike Co was a fake.

By josey

November 16, 2008 11:55 PM | Link to this

Under class A round up you have Ealey’s stats from last weeks game. Against Greenville he had 293 on 29 carries

By mistermak

November 17, 2008 1:27 AM | Link to this

Well here we go!! the game we have been waiting for all year! Hey Todd you gonna come down here to Camden and watch some good south Ga football? It has got to be the biggest match up of the playoffs until we play Lowdnes!! Go Cats!! I figured sportsfan 31313 would be on here just letting us have it. A slice of humble pie from our Bradwell fan!!

Good Luck in round 2!!

By WACO-FAN

November 17, 2008 1:37 AM | Link to this

can anyone help washington county offense out we still got that old school run run playbook with like 5 run plays max…can anybody talk to our coach and show him how everyone runnin the spread offense or the wing-t because if we dont get hm from the mind set of the 90’s when waco ran s** in AA all we gonna have is the memory’s………

By Thomas C

November 17, 2008 4:37 AM | Link to this

GO TURNER COUNTY! BEAT BROOKSTONE!!! I am proud of my boys. Coach C…excellent coaching…keep it rolling!! Get that running game going Big Red so we can get the WHOLE OFFENSE in gear!!!! STEP UP REBELS!!! WHOOO HOOO!!! Reminds me of the times on the bus rolling through Americus on the way to the defunct Tri County HS to lay a whoopin on em! Just got go a few more miles..MILES TO GO BEFORE I SLEEP!! ;-) Just like ole time in the Wiregrass Farmer!!! LET’S GIVE IT ALL YOU GOT LIKE IT IS THE LAST GAME YOU WILL EVER PLAY! This game…ONE GAME…for pride, respect, and the right to play the best to BE THE BEST!!

By Thomas C

November 17, 2008 4:44 AM | Link to this

MOM, you need to be in Columbus at Brookstone with the Orange & Blue Rebels!! Cummon Mom…need a boost this week!! Where is my affectionate nickname??

By rw

November 17, 2008 7:12 AM | Link to this

The Marist-Sequoyah game should be a good match up. Sequoyah usually has a very well rounded team. Marist needs to be prepared for a very disciplined team.

By Grayson Fan

November 17, 2008 7:37 AM | Link to this

Hey Brookwood Mom…It’s like this.. we don’t need any dance to effect a game. We play football. It’s contact sport. Wear what ever you wish. It’s obvious Bronco days are O V E R.

Maybe you should try Dancing With the Stars. Seems all the other football wash ups are there already. You’ll feel right at home.

By Granger by Marriage

November 17, 2008 7:41 AM | Link to this

Greetings to one and all bloggers. It is a great day to be a Bradwell fan and supporter. Not bragging or anything like that. Just happy for the players winning a playoff game. Glad to see Coach Walsh get that first round gorilla off his back(still have love for you coach). What is keeping the Tigers competitive is their defense. I think they did well against Camden, considering how long they were on the field. The offense needs some work. I am praying for a miracle against Lowndes, as far as the offense is concerned. What is interesting about this BI team is we have had better athletes on previous teams in previous years and have been whooped in the first round. Hopefully the boys will keep it interesting come Friday night. SportsFan31313, where you at? “Eye of the Tiger” baby!!

By souther pride

November 17, 2008 8:05 AM | Link to this

What is in the water in Cook County. They are a #4 seed and again continue to pull off upsets. Remember in 05, they upset the highly favorite Dublin team that had only allowed 8 points in 11 games. And last season, Cook upset #1 seeded Swainsboro, and knocked off higher seeds in Dodge and GAC to make it back to the GA DOME. Just goes to show you, Region 1AA is strong to have a #4 seed better than most region’s #1 seed. Cook is always good anyway. Watchout Toombs.

By Camden '08

November 17, 2008 8:07 AM | Link to this

Yo to tell you the truth I don’t know how good they are either….as a Camden fan. We’ll see on Friday I guess

By jim

November 17, 2008 8:11 AM | Link to this

What a shame that the AJC has to decided to miss such a great story happening on the west side of Atlanta. Here is a school located 18 miles west of Downtown, actually closer than your percious schools on the NorthEast side of town, and not only do you not cover them, heck this past Saturday, you had them playing in the 4aaaa playoffs. Get with it AJC, The Chapel Hill Panthers will be representing the Atlanta area againts Coffee County and big bad 5aaaaa Region 1 this Friday night at Home. How about a little coverage, and back this team instead of another story on Brookwood,Parkview, or Milton, oh sorry they arent in the playoffs anymore. GO Panthers !

By John

November 17, 2008 8:28 AM | Link to this

Thomson beat Jackson. So why is the AJC showi8ng Jackson playing LaGrange this weekend?

By AJC Sports

November 17, 2008 8:30 AM | Link to this

EAST player — It was our Weekend Predictions writer, Chris Whitfield, who predicted a one-and-done for the Raiders — not Todd Holcomb. Just so you know.

By BI Fan

November 17, 2008 8:30 AM | Link to this

Well Sports Fan is taking a break But BI Fan is here. And as you stated G by Marriage Coach Walsh finally got that g monster off his back and hoping that the kids will continue to move forward. It’s going to be a very tough game as you stated we have a very tough defense so, we are hoping for the best. If we can’t then I know that Camden will!!!! Wildcats Liberty County will also be cheering for you. Outstanding team.

By david

November 17, 2008 8:40 AM | Link to this

HEY a couple of weeks ago I asked how could region 3AAA not be the best in the class??? and everybody said oh region 5 and 1 have better teams. well answer this who has the most teams still left in the playoffs???? NEVERMIND I’LL ANSWER REGION 3 DOES!!!!! Baldwin, Burke, and Thomson!!!!! HAHAHA

By david

November 17, 2008 8:56 AM | Link to this

Sorry I meant region 2:-)Baldwin, Burke, Thomson

By SWD Fan4Life

November 17, 2008 8:57 AM | Link to this

I just want to say what a fine job the SWD coaching staff has done…we came out there well prepared and well-coached…The boys have worked hard and it has paid off…I have not seen footage of Cedar Shoals but they are coming to our house so BE READY I normally would not even MENTION Tucker or Marist but WAY 2 GO Region 6AAAA

By GraysonFan2

November 17, 2008 9:02 AM | Link to this

Brookwoodmom,

I did not make that 7:37am post, someone else around here did. Please disregard, I was pulling for rain too, lol.

By hurricanecamden

November 17, 2008 9:39 AM | Link to this

BI Fan I am so glad that our region has 2 teams left in the playoffs. I really believe that you guys can beat Lowndes. The key to beating them is not letting them wear down the defence. Camden has about 200 players. We have the fresh legs to rotate. Good luck friday and make us proud.

By Todd Holcomb

November 17, 2008 9:59 AM | Link to this

So much for “ONE AND DONE” huh Todd?

What we meant to say was, “One and Well Done!”

With Evans and all of their fellow regional representatives washing out in the first round, could you shed some light on why 3AAAA doesn’t stack up with the rest of the state?

I might let those who live in that part of the state attempt to answer that. For me, I just notice it and rank accordingly. Richmond County may struggle for the same reasons that school districts in larger Georgia cities such as Macon, Savannah, Albany and Columbus struggle. Columbus has turned things around. But historically, those are not places with good football tradition, at least not lately. They’re basketball towns that don’t support football very well. But Evans is outside of Augusta, just as Thomson and Lincoln County are. And the latter two have won a few state titles. So not sure of the full answer.

Todd, It’s a good thing you didn’t do rankings. You would have had 0 teams in your top ten from what you call second best region in AAAAA.

Yeah, didn’t realize that. Of course, there are three R5 teams still in the running for rankings. But Harrison-East-Woodstock at 1-2-3 is one thing, but Kennesaw Mountain, McEachern, North Cobb at 5-6-7 is what really shows you how strong R5 is.

Todd’s biggest disapointment of the year, Ware County came back to life and upset Thomas County Central.

TCC also is a disappointment, although TCC lost quite a bit from 2007. Not shocking that Ware would win that game, or that it might win again this week. The talent is there, and sometimes it takes awhile to adjust to a new coach, even if most of the staff remains there. Ware will be interesting to watch from here.

Wow! I see that you listed Jackson’s loss first as “giving you the most pleasure.” You must have some kind of ax to grind with the Jackson people.

Nothing personal against Jackson. It was a good season, and Mike Parris is one of the best coaches around. Jackson is just the flagship example of teams that go undefeated and don’t get ranked highly, or at all, setting off a firestorm of criticism on this board. It happens every season.

Examples:

‘’You should have ranked Jackson weeks ago. We are only giving up 3 points a game on defense and that says alot of how we play ball. … Get out some time away from the city lights and go see some real football games south of Atl. Look out we will not go down as easy as everyone thinks we will.”

and

”It’s great that these polls are totally meaningless. College should have playoffs and then we can stop worrying about the stuipd BCS poll. All you can do is destroy whatever opponents are on your schedule, and Jackson has done that to the tune of 197-30 this season.”

If Northside loses to camden, and goes out in round 2, will you have them ranked in the final 10, If say Camden went to the final. You can also switch that around, and answer it either way.

The loser of the Northside-Camden game probably will be ranked in the Top 10 in the end. But it depends. Let’s say Northside wins by one and goes on to win state. Then Camden likely would remain in the top five. But let’s say Northside wins 40-0, then loses 40-0 in the quarters.

Some may remember in 2006 that LaGrange went 11-1, losing only to state champ Peach County, and I ranked LaGrange No. 1. LaGrange had beaten both Shaw and Carver, who made the semifinals. That wasn’t the most popular ranking in my history, but it shows you how I think.

Can anyone explain what happened to Appling, Charlton, and McIntosh County Academy?

They weren’t that good. The reason I dumped MCA from the rankings after one loss last week was that I just didn’t trust this was a strong region. I didn’t want to rank Appling either, but Appling had beaten Charlton, a tradional power. Of course, I’m not going to pretend that I saw Fitz beating Charlton like that, but I’m not surprised that Region 1-AA pulled off the sweep.

The AJC needs to do a story about the Region 1 5A sweep in the first round of the playoffs because it is a rare thing and a big statement about that Region.

R1 is the best, but this wasn’t that surprising. Lowndes & Northside were 25-point favorites. I thought Tift would beat MLK. I gave Stephenson the edge on Coffee 60-40, and it went overtime.

i think lassiter is the best team out of any region 5 or 6 team despite the yards we put up there front 7 can flat out play with anyone

Coming from an Etowah fan, Lassiter should take that as a nice compliment.

Lassiter has beaten two region champs now in Etowah and Walton. But which is the best team from regions 5 & 6 depends on which week you watch them. If you saw Harrison vs. P-Ridge or East Paulding, you might say it’s the Hoyas.

TODD to repeat what someone else said on here, is there any way you can influence getting the Camden County-NSWR game televised.

TV has probably made that decision by now. And I have no influence with them. But I’m sure TV knows that’s the best game this week.

know you’ll have your choice of Atl-metro games to attend this weekend ,but are you coming to Kingsland friday to see the Eagle Nation in force and bringing the noise?

I’d love to be back in Kingsland, but that assignment won’t come until tomorrow. Just wish it wasn’t such a long drive. Camden needs to play its games at Savannah Memorial to make it easier on the media. Of course, for this game, maybe play at the Jaguars field. It’s going to be overflowing.

Todd what are your thoughts on the upcoming Marist-Sequoyah game?

Marist will win, and neither team will complete a pass.

Do not mention Camden County’s win total over the last decade without noting that probably 80% of those 100+ wins were agains AA, AAA and AAAA schools. Not impressed with the record against smaller schools.

OK, but I hope you’re not suggesting Camden is merely a decent program that looks shiny because it plays in 3-AAAAA. If so, I’m putting an asterisk next to your post.

When you take into consideration that the higher seeded team had the home field advantage, then a considerable number of lesser seeded teams won on the road.

I’ve seen Georgia high school computer rankings that assign only a point or two for homefield advantage after analyzing scores, and that’s consistent from season to season. So homefield edge is probably overrated. But I have to think that for teams making long trips, like 3-4 hours, that it begins to matter more.

What a shame that the AJC has to decided to miss such a great story happening on the west side of Atlanta. Here is a school located 18 miles west of Downtown, actually closer than your percious schools on the NorthEast side of town, and not only do you not cover them, heck this past Saturday, you had them playing in the 4aaaa playoffs. Get with it AJC, The Chapel Hill Panthers will be representing the Atlanta area againts Coffee County and big bad 5aaaaa Region 1 this Friday night at Home. How about a little coverage

Chapel Hill was featured in an AJC.com feature last week as the No. 1 surprise in Georgia this season.

By Darryl

November 17, 2008 9:59 AM | Link to this

I think you guys are missing a great story in Savannah, Ga. Bible Baptist School went from 1-9 in 2006 and 2007 to 9-2 and playing for the SCISA state championship on Friday night. I know it is South Carolina Independent Schools but our kids play with great sportsmanship and character, the way football is supposed to be played. Our coach Matt Smith has been named as one of the coaches for the Oasis Shrine Bowl for SCISA. Our quarterback, Jarel Richards, has twice been named as the local player of the week in Savannah Ga. There are other teams playing good football in Savannah Ga besides Savannah Christian.

By Homet

November 17, 2008 10:02 AM | Link to this

TO AJC SPORTS

It doesn’t matter WHO at the AJC coined the phrase…YOU DID…

and we now have a NEW chant at EAST…

ONE AND NOWHERE NEAR DONE!!!

Thanks guys…LOL!!!…LOAD THE CANNON!!!

By BI Fan

November 17, 2008 10:03 AM | Link to this

Well hurricanecamden I know that the team will do their best. As you stated Camden is very deep with fresh legs in and out we don’t have that luxury maybe one day. Having two schools in this county is just making it hard with great players divided between two schools. If we can’t do it I know you guys can and will.

By Jake Jamahl

November 17, 2008 10:04 AM | Link to this

Well, it’s good to see St. Pius fans making so many new friends in AAA. In addition, the Golden Lyin’s are maintaining the same old excuses for their November failures and developing some new ones.

“If we had…” or “Because they….” yes, the creative writing classes at Pius always get turned up a notch this time of year.

Don’t worry young lads, after your equipment turn-in you always have girl’s basketball games to attend.

By Beezerrabbit

November 17, 2008 10:17 AM | Link to this

Lassiter Trojans
1st Class Coaching - 1st Class Players - 1st Class Band Great job all!

*North Gwinnett * we are coming for you.

By DEKALB UNKNOWN

November 17, 2008 10:20 AM | Link to this

Dawg Gone, you are right being the #2 seed forced St. Pius to have to play a better team in the first round. That’s why the our region title game for 5AAA will always be so important. Two of our best players did not play but one to three plays Friday night on offense. However because of our depth we were able to put up 24 points and win the game. Our defense is better then most believe and they continue to prove it week in and week out. 5AAA has two very goods programs that proved it all year long and has taken heat all season long as being in a weak from alot of people. Dunwoody prospective all year has been we suit up and play the game each week and hopefully at the end of each week we are 1-0. Well now it’s a new season and we are 1-0 with hopes of being 5-0 at the end of week 5. This game is a TEAM sport and its going to take all of our players each week to play at their highest level to reach the State finals. I truly beleive Dunwwody has those type of TEAM players to reach that goal. “PLAY 15” Thanks for your continued support for 5AAA. “Go Wildcats”

By Wolverine Fan

November 17, 2008 10:21 AM | Link to this

Hey Todd…What does it look like for Woodstock against Norcross?

By NTH Trojans

November 17, 2008 10:24 AM | Link to this

David,

Region 7AAA also has 3 teams left, as well as regions 2, 3, and 6 in AAA. So what’s your point? I still think that region 2 is the toughest region in AAA (followed by region 6.) Does anyone know what Dunwoodys’ strengths and weaknesses are?

By Blade

November 17, 2008 10:43 AM | Link to this

 I guess no matter how Whitewater try make that cupcake schedule, shows the lack of coaching, every year one and out (33-7 loss to Tucker).  Someone tried to have them ranked in the top ten earlier in the year, i guess that was the same person that ranked UGA #1 (Go Gators!).  
 I guess that's why they under counted their student body to stay in 4A, well over 1850 students at the school.

By GaSouthAlum

November 17, 2008 10:52 AM | Link to this

I think you guys are missing a great story in Savannah, Ga. Bible Baptist School

What did you guys recruit some good football players like your basketball team did back in the late 80s to win a tainted GHSA state championship? That’s why you guys aren’t even playing in the Georgia Independent schools.

By Darryl

November 17, 2008 11:06 AM | Link to this

GaSouthAlum…great attitude. Such a good role model for the kids and adults as well who are doing it right and have the character and a good team to show for it. You are true role model.

By Todd Holcomb

November 17, 2008 11:10 AM | Link to this

Hey Todd…What does it look like for Woodstock against Norcross?

Underdogs again. I haven’t seen Woodstock play. Norcross is fast, but just average at blocking people. That was the case earlier in the season, anyway. So if Woodstock can dominate the lines, it can be done. But Norcross has a lot of playmakers on both sides and will be quicker to the ball than Walton on defense, and I expect that will be the difference.

By mp25

November 17, 2008 11:17 AM | Link to this

To all the greenville fans. What happened to the close game with ECI.

By EAST Player

November 17, 2008 11:31 AM | Link to this

EAST player — It was our Weekend Predictions writer, Chris Whitfield, who predicted a one-and-done for the Raiders — not Todd Holcomb. Just so you know.

Whoever wrote it, thank you! It provided a great means of motivation for us in the locker room! And if you dont mind, keep picking against us, we love being underdogs!

By david

November 17, 2008 11:44 AM | Link to this

Hey NTH, my point is that region 2 is the best not region 1, that lost every playoff game but one. If you noticed neither region that you named was at the top of the region rankings of the state.

By jim

November 17, 2008 11:50 AM | Link to this

Todd, CHAPEL HILL was listed as the #1 suprise team, because the AJC acts like the the schools from Douglas County are in another State ! How about some coverage !

By Etowah Fan

November 17, 2008 12:01 PM | Link to this

Congrats to Lassiter… no excuses here.

Go Region 5 (3-1 last weekend)!

I hate to see wildmanhoya go…

Homet - how about: ONE [MORE] AND NOWHERE NEAR DONE!

Is it too early to start the countdown?

By TrojanDude

November 17, 2008 12:14 PM | Link to this

JIM

the AJC acts like the the schools from Douglas County are in another State !

If you think the people in Atlanta know very little about Chapel Hill, How ignorant do you think we little ol’ South Georgia boys feel? If you have been reading the blogs for the last 3-4 weeks you obviously know we in 1AAAAA have been very forthcoming in discussing our strenghts and weaknesses. Sooo big guy….Tell us a little about the Panthers.

P.S. Seeing Northside, WR is taking on Camden this week, they are not going to be able to loan us any players like last week and though Lowndes isn’t too concerned about Bradwell Ins. They also say no to loaners. Looks like this week Coffee and Tift are going to have to go it on our own. (That’s a joke actually. Don’t want to get some sort of investigation started.)

By TrojanRoadie

November 17, 2008 12:35 PM | Link to this

Lassiter deserves a lot of respect Todd! What an incredible game last Friday. Coming from a 14-0 deficit at the half to win in overtime was amazing. All that with an injured QB, Hudson Mason, who powered through the pain of multiple injuries to beat Etowah 23-20. Lassiter’s new coach has earned his paycheck (and then some). Watch out North Gwinnet…you’re next! Game on!

By raider fan

November 17, 2008 1:41 PM | Link to this

Brookwood Mom You are welcome to sit on the East side of the field anytime. We’ll be happy to have your support.

Friday’s game against Milton was a nail biter for sure. I wasn’t there, but listened to the webcast by GPTV until the power went out at the stadium. It was a great victory for our boys. Looking forward to facing Grayson in the 2nd round.

* GO EAST PAULDING RAIDERS!!*

By WACO-FAN

November 17, 2008 1:42 PM | Link to this

david u mean region 3AAA right because thats the region burke,baldwin and thomson in.. NTH if we would have done what we was suppose to do last fri this wouldn’t even be a question what region is the strongest in AAA but i do doubt waco even making the playoff next year because most of the players on the team are so mad at how they get used on offense that they don’t want to play offense to just be out their blocking and not being able to show they can be play-maker at wr and qb and both are my cousin that are coming back next year…..

By david

November 17, 2008 2:12 PM | Link to this

Yes WACO fan I did mean 3AAA, I’ve been saying that was the toughest region in 3A all year, but they haven’t gotten any respect! I really thought WACO was gonna make it 4-0 for the region!!!

By SportsFan31313

November 17, 2008 2:14 PM | Link to this

Greetings BI Fan,

You know, I really like the Bradwell Institute Tigers Football team. I graduated from there many years ago, and have remained a loyal fan.

It’s just that I am no different than anyone else, who have so much love for his Alma Mater that when you continue to become complacent in your craft you relax, and allow and your level of success to dwindle.

I am quite sure that other Bradwell Institute Fans quietly felt the same way as I did at the beginning of the season but remained quiet.

I decided to speak out when I grew emotionally frustrated at the losess Bradwell Institute acquired at the beginning of the season, yet knowing that Bradwell Institute should have easily won those games regardless some of the injuries they had.

I really knew deep down in my inner soul that Bradwell Institute has a good team this year as evident by their scrimmage against a great Region 3-AAAA Power Statesboro High School, and Bradwell Institute beat them.

I took a lot of flack from other supporters for speaking out but I thought others needed to hear what I had to say. I am quite sure that the quiet supporters were glad that I did speak out.

If you read blogger, Hollaback’s comments you will see what I was saying. I agree with him on a lot of points nonetheless, my belief in Bradwell Institute’s Football Team this year in winning remained steadfast.

I knew that they had the talent to win, I just didn’t know whether or not they had then desire to win or whether Coach Walsh was not pushing them hard enough or were the offensive play calling was the problem.

All in all, they have pulled it together since those losses earlier this season, and become the team that they should have been all along.

When the other critics here on this blog did’nt think it could happen, I continued to support Bradwell Institute.

Other bloggers didn’t think that I knew what I was talking about, but at the end of the regular season, and the first round of the playoff, The Bradwell Institute Tigers Football shocked a lot of bloggers, and proved them to be wrong.

This coming Friday, Bradwell Institute will travel down South to face A County of Winning legacies. Lowndes County High School Valdosta Georgia.

The defending Region 1 Class AAAAA 2007 State Champions. The citizens of that County gave the County, and town a Nick-Name called Winnersville. A town where losing is not even in their vocabulary. A town where they have added the 11th Commandment. “THOU SHALT NOT LOSE”

No other Town has won more State Titles than this town. If Bradwell Institue expects to just give Lowndes County a game, they will definitely have to augment their offense.

Coach Walsh will definitely have to throw something at this Power of a Football team that they never saw. Bradwell Institute has to keep their defense healthy, and intact as well in order to give Lowndes a game.

Bradwell Institute has the heart. I just hope that they don’t go down there, and allow Lowndes County embarass them. Good Luck Bradwell Institute.

Than you for your comments BI Fan

By SportsFan31313

November 17, 2008 2:19 PM | Link to this

Todd Holcomb Says: Bradwell Institute 19, East Coweta 6: For three weeks, we laughed at SportsFan31313 for his steadfast insistence that Bradwell is no joke this season. As I said before, you are indeed brave, sir knight. Congrats to Bradwell and its staunchest fan.

Greetings Todd Holcomb,

I haven’t seen you eat the humble pie as of yet. Remember your comments to me weeks ago? If not, then let me refresh your memory.

“BRADWELL INSTITUTE COULDN’T BEAT ANY TEAM OUTSIDE OF IT OWN REGION. “NOW YOU CAN TELL THAT TO THE PEOPLE OF HINESVILLE”.

Let me hear you say that you were wrong, and I was right. He He He He!!!!

By SportsFan31313

November 17, 2008 2:26 PM | Link to this

T.J. Says: I am at a loss of words about Bradwell winning and Walton losing. I am dissapointed only one region 8 team won their game. Guess Brookwood mom did not rain dance good enough to stop North Gwinnett’s passing game.

Greetings TJ,

Let me give you some good advice for the future.

Rule # 1. Never under-estimate your opponent. Rule # 2. Play like a championship Team. Rule# 3. If you don’t agree with me, Then go back to to Rule #1.

By Blue Devil Block

November 17, 2008 2:26 PM | Link to this

Just a note of congratulations and good luck to all four 1-AAAAA teams as they advance to the 2nd round of the playoffs. We all realize it gets tougher every week. Go 1-AAAAA, we’re behind you!

By SportsFan31313

November 17, 2008 2:37 PM | Link to this

VikingFan Says: And I just hope we can take care of business against Sportsfan 31313’s Bradwell team and go 1-0 again this week, and hopefully host EP in the 3rd round.

Greetings Viking Fan,

That will be a tall call for Bradwell Institute. But in Georgia Football, anything is possible. I just hope Bradwell Institute could give Lowndes a close game and make it interesting.

Far too long, Bradwell Institute has not been given any credit, and it’s about time they get some respect this year that they so well deserve. Bloggers were saying and have already predicted last week which team will win.

They even stated that Region 3-AAAAA would go 1-3 in the first round meaning that Camden County would be the only team out that Region to advance to the 2nd round.

I knew deep down that Bradwell Institute has a good team. I recognized that after those stumbles in the early part of the season. However; no one believed me. Bradwell Institute has a great defense. They only allowed 39 total yards in the 1st half against a good East Coweta High School.

Bradwell Institute really hit hard.I believe they shocked the fans from East Coweta watching that game. That is why I said never under estimate your opponent.

By HeadEast

November 17, 2008 2:40 PM | Link to this

Yo Todd and Realistic EP Fan, see you at Grayson Friday! Once again David beat Goliath. I think #5 had about 250 yards and 5 touchdowns, but we finally stopped him on the crucial 2-point conversion. They hid their school so half of Raider Nation couldn’t find the game until halftime. They paid the refs to call delay of game on the defense when the offensive line jumped and to give them a second chance to kick an extra point the first time we won the game. And when all that failed they turned the lights out on us. But the Raiders persevered anyway to win a trip to Grayson. Raiders Rock!!!!!

By Wolverine Fan

November 17, 2008 2:41 PM | Link to this

Norcross….be afraid…..be very, very afraid. You are about to experience the event called “being taken to the wood shed” the fury is about to be released upon you.

By SportsFan31313

November 17, 2008 2:45 PM | Link to this

mistermak says: ! I figured sportsfan 31313 would be on here just letting us have it. A slice of humble pie from our Bradwell fan!!

Greetings Mistermak,

I wont rub it in. The celebrating is now over. Besides Bradwell Institute have a bigger problem this week. That is trying to figure out ways to give a Powerful Lowndes County a game.

However; acknowledgements are in order Sir. Give Bradwell Institute their props. LOL…..

By SportsFan31313

November 17, 2008 2:49 PM | Link to this

Greetings Grangerby Marriage08,

I’m here my friend. I agree totally with you in your comments. Coach Walsh has to improve that offense. Keep the defense intact, and keep them healthy for 2nd toughest game they will play this season. (Camden County Being the 1st)

By SGA Fan

November 17, 2008 2:58 PM | Link to this

Todd

From my vantage point it would appear that Region 4 AAAAA may not be as strong as some have assumed. Chapel Hill has had a good season, but they are clearly not in the same league as Camden, or even Bradwell for that matter. Both had convincing wis over a very outmatched Windsor Forest team. Bradwell follws it up with a solid win over the #3 seed and Camden….what else needs to be said….49-0 after 3 and pulled the starters. Leads me to think that Tift is very capable of pulling the major upset of the tourney this Friday at Newnan.

To the boneheads who want to put an asterisk next to the Camden wins I can only suggest that he actually come and take a look at the team before he makes any comments. As we have said ad nauseum, Camden can only play who is on their schedule. If coach Herron were not such a nice guy, this team could have demolished scoring records on both sides of the ball. In addition, the did beat a pretty good Norcross team at the Kell(totally shutting down their running attack) and they destroyed the #3 team in Alabama (who is 11-1 and playing in the quarter finals this week). My only suggestion is that if Camden is such a pushover that they try and get them on their non-region schedule, their respective coaches will really like that idea.

Matchup Friday between Camden and Northside is interesting. I don’t believe that NS will be able to effectively move the ball on the Camden D. They are just too deep and too fast (ask Grayson about that from the 3rd round last year). The Camden offensive line has shown tremendous improvement over last year and for the most part has managed to avoid major injuries. I look for Camden to win and advance….going out on a limb here but it would not surprise me if the final was in the 28-0 range…..depends on whether Camden takes care of the football. This is not a knock on NS, just my objective view on the game.

Bradwell will play hard, but I don’t think that they will be able to move the ball effectively against Lowndes. There are some who think that their 31-0 lass to Camden was closer than it looked (if that is possible), but they could not muster an offensive drive and ended up with a little over 100 yards of total offense. They may be ablt to keep it close if Lowndes puts the ball on the ground a lot, but in the end, the talent will win out.

I actually think that the best game of the night may turn out to be Norcross/Woodstock. Norcross has 3 losses, all to teams still playing and Woodstock kas lost 4 games by a total of 16 points. They have not been out of any game they have played this year.

By Band Mom Gone Wild

November 17, 2008 3:23 PM | Link to this

Let’s go PRHS Mighty Lions!

By Todd Holcomb

November 17, 2008 3:28 PM | Link to this

Todd, CHAPEL HILL was listed as the #1 suprise team, because the AJC acts like the the schools from Douglas County are in another State ! How about some coverage !

What kind of coverage are you suggesting? Remember that there are still 80 teams playing football this week.

What Chapel Hill has done is great, and it got our recognition last week, but what about Lassiter winning its first state playoff game ever?

Or what about Jonesboro winning its first state playoff game in over 60 years?

What about Woodstock upsetting mighty Walton? Mike O’Brien, the spurned coach from Valdosta, is playing in the second round with a school that used to be a football disaster.

What about Sandy Creek, a team that’s never been past the second round, sitting at No. 2 in the rankings?

What about Hillgrove winning its first state playoff game? Hillgrove is the first Cobb team ever to win a playoff game or even make the playoffs in its second full varsity season.

So many story lines, so little time.

By NSWR ouryear09

November 17, 2008 3:41 PM | Link to this

Camden County is the most over rated program in the history of Georgia High school Football. Nationaly ranked? HA Northsides program is a hundred times better than Camden, has way more state championships, and will not only win this Friday AT Camden but dominate. Sure every body picks on their region and how it has no body, and yes bradwell you suck too. But im gonna leave that alone cuz all it did was save the school traveling expenses for the first, second and possibly the third round. Who am I kidding they arent getting past the second round.

By TrojanRoadie

November 17, 2008 3:41 PM | Link to this

Todd – Hillgrove???? How about Lassiter (Cobb County) winning its first State Playoff Game?

By Reg Griffin

November 17, 2008 3:42 PM | Link to this

Can you tell me who Woodstock plays next and where? Thanks.

By VIKING DAD

November 17, 2008 3:43 PM | Link to this

Hey Todd- Get the brooms out because Region 1-AAAAA will sweep their games again this week. Get ready Grayson, because your next to go down to the Viking Express, if you can survive EP.

By Todd Holcomb

November 17, 2008 3:47 PM | Link to this

To SportsFan31313

I didn’t say Bradwell couldn’t beat anybody from another region. I said Bradwell wouldn’t make the playoffs in another region and would finish last in 1-AAAAA.

After the events of last week, I’d say Bradwell would’ve made the playoffs in 4-AAAAA. But still not in regions 1, 5, 6, 7 and 8. And maybe not in 4.

I’m happy for Bradwell and will taste a little humble pie, but I still think that Bradwell is an average AAAAA team, no not as good as some teams that didn’t make the playoffs, like McEachern and Valdosta.

By NSWR ouryear09

November 17, 2008 3:48 PM | Link to this

Look im gonna guarantee that Camden seniors will walk off the field (if they can walk) this Friday with tears in their eyes. their season and some of their footballs careers will be over for ever (should be all their careers cuz none of the players deserve to go to college). All the memories… gone cuz Northside will drag these kids up and down the turf all night. The start celebrating in front of all the shocked Camden fans.

By raider fan

November 17, 2008 3:49 PM | Link to this

Reg Griffin Woodstock will play Norcross. I assume they’ll play at Norcross, since they are the #3 seed and Woodstock is the #4.

By 1-5A Fan

November 17, 2008 4:10 PM | Link to this

Hats off to Coach Mac and his staff at Lowndes! It was humbling to see the starters sit out the entire second half of the game against Luella Friday night. I believe every single young man who doned a jersey was given a chance to play Friday night. Even after Luella’s first team put up a score in the third quarter, the coaches continued using the 2nd string and JV players. What a great experience for our future players! Congratulations, Luella on your play-off bid — I’m sure we’ll be seeing a lot more of you in the future.

By Brookwood Mom

November 17, 2008 4:14 PM | Link to this

GraysonFan2: Hi love! Thanks for clarifing the QB situation. I just feel sorry for that young man. I hope he is OK and College ball and High school are two different ball games. Anyway, I was just trying to ruffle your feathers a little bit. YOU know who I really rooting for you. I still want Grayson and LOWNDES to play each other and we know the only way that is going to happen is if….

Don’t worry about the Grayson Fan comment early this morning. I am glad to know there are other Dancing with the Stars fans out there. So…. Grayson Fan who are you voting for??

By HeadEast

November 17, 2008 4:15 PM | Link to this

Congrats to Chapel Hill, THE Northside HS, and East for winning a playoff game their first year in big boy ball. Unfortunately it says here that only one of the three will make it to round three and it won’t be the one playing at home this week!

By mark

November 17, 2008 4:21 PM | Link to this

I was just looking at Lowndes stats from Friday. 443 total yards offense with Greg Reid accounting for 73 of them. Just goes to show that Lowndes has plenty of other fire power than just Reid. People have failed to realize that the Vikings are so good because their DEFENSE is so good. Teams go three and out and the Vikes offense is back on the field again. This is a defense that gave up six points a game for the entire season. Give credit where it is due. Mr. Reid and company are plenty talented but this Defense has made this team. They are extremely fast and love to tear peoples’ heads off their shoulders.

By NSWR ouryear09

November 17, 2008 4:25 PM | Link to this

Northside is already guaranteed a spot against Lowndes in the championship game where they will show that the game earlier in the year was a fluke. We aint cocky just confident and damn sure more talented then Camden, Lowndes, Norcross and any other team that’s lucky enough to play us.

By mark

November 17, 2008 4:28 PM | Link to this

Hey Brookwood Mom,

Now that your boys are done til next year why dont you become Lowndes mom. we’d love to have ya!!

By mark

November 17, 2008 4:35 PM | Link to this

Hey 1-5A fan, You said it. Most folks dont understand why we are so successful. One of the reasons is what you just brought up about Coach Mac playing the whole blasted team. He has done that all year when we had the game iced. Give all these kids a chance to play and it pays off in the future. I know other coaches who would have tried to put a 70 spot on Luella. That kind of stuff comes back to haunt you. Coach Mac is a class act.

By mark

November 17, 2008 4:38 PM | Link to this

NSWR ouryear 09

you dont have a clue about football do you? A fluke? You guys were beaten soundly by Lowndes and you will be again by Camden this weekend. No dome in your future kiddo

By NITRODUST

November 17, 2008 4:48 PM | Link to this

Northside vs Camden . Man that is a long four hour drive for Northside Fans living in WR. They will have to get off work early and drive to what looks like a swamp area. Looking at the stadium on their website it looks kind of small. Is this stadium equipped for a big game or not Northside fans travel with the team will there be a problem with security. Camden looks like a fine team I remember them playing Lowndes last year in the dome. Camden looks speedy. But Northside will come to play. How many D 1 prosspect does Camden have. You seem to be a high powered team

By SGA Fan

November 17, 2008 4:54 PM | Link to this

thank you mark for saying what we are all thinking

By NSWR ouryear09

November 17, 2008 4:54 PM | Link to this

seriously i dont have a clue about football? your right i dont have a clue but i do know that we wont have to play lowndes till the dome. excuse me beat lowndes. and camden we might as well be in the rearview miror.

By LowndesFan

November 17, 2008 4:57 PM | Link to this

Todd, don’t forget about the Demons from Warner Robins. I’d bet my paycheck they would beat BI also.

Mark, to continue your post about Lowndes,playing all those underclassmen and the extra weeks of practive they get every year is what keeps the program going. But for one, I wondered why Luella left their starters in the game against our 9th graders and B-teamers. Why wren’t they smart enough to let their younger guys get some playoff experience? I loved it when that little Freshman #31 broke up three passes to Luella’s GA Tech bound receiver in the 4th quarter.! (And did you see Greg Reid shut him down the whole first half?)

By Wolverine Fan

November 17, 2008 4:57 PM | Link to this

Woodstock plays at Norcross High School.

The fury will be unleased.

By PANTHER

November 17, 2008 4:57 PM | Link to this

I KNOW WE ARE IN THE LITTLE AAA, BUT RIDGELAND IS AT FULL STRENGTH AND READY TO MAKE A RUN AT THE CHAMPIONSHIP.

By BI Fan

November 17, 2008 4:57 PM | Link to this

Ok mark Lowndess is great and hoping that BI will hold their ground!!! a match up with the wildcats will be something to see if we can’t take it to them well go Cats!!!!!

By DemonFan

November 17, 2008 4:58 PM | Link to this

Good luck 1-AAAAA. Let’s make this week 4-0 as well!

NSWR ouryear 09 are you really an Eagle fan. Fans of Northside typically use NHS not NSWR…I’m just sayin’.

By mark

November 17, 2008 5:04 PM | Link to this

NSWR ouryear09
AGAIN…you dont have a clue!!! You will not get another shot at Lowndes this year because your season will end this week. You had your shot and Lowndes stuck it to you so get ready for basketball season

By mark

November 17, 2008 5:09 PM | Link to this

Hey Lowndes Fan I cant speak for why the Luella coaches did what they did but I am sure proud of Coach Mac and our Vikings. I love it when the 120 lb linemen get into the game because they remember that and it goes a long way…plus they grow up to be 220 lb linemen.

By NSWR ouryear09

November 17, 2008 5:12 PM | Link to this

some people dont put NHS and NSWR together as being the same school.

and mark you are right it is “ouryear09 AGAIN…” haha

Worst case scenario for Northside warner robins this Friday. The starters have to play the second half because Camden keeps it a three score game.

By mark

November 17, 2008 5:14 PM | Link to this

Hey BI Fan how ya doin buddy? I look for you guys to give us a good game Friday. Ya’ll always play tuff. I’ m not a hater just a football fact fanatic. I wish you guys the best of luck.

By BI Fan

November 17, 2008 5:46 PM | Link to this

No problem mark that’s all I am a football fan hoping for a hard fought and safe game. Know that you guys are great just coming with some SE Ga game.

By Yo

November 17, 2008 5:53 PM | Link to this

Actually hurricanecamden the key to beating Lowndes is to put some points on the board on their defense. Easier said than done though.

By mistermak

November 17, 2008 5:56 PM | Link to this

Allright!!! The TRASH talking has begun and it is only Monday? From what I know Camden’s stadium holds 9,000 and is in fine shape. The best turf money can buy!

sportsfan31313 I loudly say Congrats for the victory. Looks like you handled them pretty well!! I would love to see ya’ll pull the upset this week. This is why we play the game! Or watch in my case! This is going to be a great Friday in High school football!!
Remember about you defense ‘defense wins championships’ Good Luck! Todd Holcomb So are you making the trip south for the historic matchup in the swamp?

By Todd Holcomb

November 17, 2008 5:58 PM | Link to this

Not sure I follow some of this Lowndes chatter.

Most everybody who follows Georgia high school football closely knows that Lowndes has a tremendous defense that is the foundation of the program’s success, and most every good coach in Georgia plays his backups quite a bit and gives them experience when the game is out of hand.

I didn’t realize these were secrets.

By PRHS

November 17, 2008 6:06 PM | Link to this

HoyaDawg HAHAHA YOUR FUNNY!!!!!! The first time yall played us half of our defense and good offense players were not playing. besides it was our first game. we have gotten much better since then. Peachtree ridge-19 North gwinnett 7. Peachtree risge 21 Collins Hill 0. Peachtree ridge 20 Norcross 7. Peachtree ridge 17 Dacula 0. These are all great teams. We stopped all their star running backs to liitle to no yards. Our defense is just too good. when we played yall the score was 13 to 3. yall only made one touchdown. We are on a 9 game winning streak right now. This game is gonna come out different than you expected. PRHS REGION 7 AAAAA CHAMPS!!!!!!!!!!!

By friend

November 17, 2008 6:07 PM | Link to this

I dont understand atlanta telecast you have two great teams playing on friday camden and northside and you guys on css are playing hoyas and peachridge what is up with that

By BI Fan

November 17, 2008 6:10 PM | Link to this

Great to see you in the house 31313. How was your day? will you make it to Lowndes?

By GaSouthAlum

November 17, 2008 6:24 PM | Link to this

you realize that 09 is next year, right? we are talking about the present day. Welcome to the blog newbie, it only took you 12 weeks to get here.

By HSBallfan

November 17, 2008 6:25 PM | Link to this

By friend: I dont understand atlanta telecast you have two great teams playing on friday camden and northside and you guys on css are playing hoyas and peachridge what is up with that Underline the word Atlanta above and then consider the logistics of setting up a broadcast from the coast with only four days notice. Besides, I’m betting the CSS brass figured a metro game would draw more fans… they do have to sell ads.

By slalom1

November 17, 2008 6:28 PM | Link to this

TODD, You left out the best “feel good” story in round 1: Shaw 22 Peach 7. The Raiders have played possibly the toughest schedule of any team in AAA. And, barely lost 3 games by 3 points or less. Shaw was 4-6 going into the play-offs. I would not be shocked to see yet another SHAW upset of Baldwin in Round 2.

By Chris Whitfield

November 17, 2008 6:28 PM | Link to this

I dont understand atlanta telecast you have two great teams playing on friday camden and northside and you guys on css are playing hoyas and peachridge what is up with that

Not saying that the Ridge and Harrison will be the better game (I’ve already stated that i would pay money to see Northside-Camden), but the key word in your post is ATLANTA telecast. Imagine the costs in getting that production down to St. Mary’s!

By Meghan

November 17, 2008 6:29 PM | Link to this

GOOOOOO VIKINGS!!!!!!

By TrojanDude

November 17, 2008 6:29 PM | Link to this

Hey everyone

I have tried my best to stir up some kind of reaction out of the Chapel Hill folks but am getting nowhere. I’ve kidded with them,, rolled over and played meek,, praised them. You name it. To tell the truth,(rare), I know hardly anything about their program. Recent strengths an weaknesses. Attitude. Heart. You know, that kind of stuff. Can anyone with recent first hand experience with them please help me out?

By jet blue

November 17, 2008 6:35 PM | Link to this

To SGA Fan,

If you think Northside will lose to Camden 28-0, you need to check your medication, and do it fast!! Camden might win but I think our Eagles will pull out a close one on the road. It’s hard to stay objective when “experts” such as you make such bone-headed predictions.

By Brookwood Mom

November 17, 2008 6:37 PM | Link to this

Sweetpea: CCS is saving the best Football game GRAYSON VS LOWNDES for after Thanksgiving when all anyone wants to do is sit around and watch some good football.

By mistermak

November 17, 2008 6:38 PM | Link to this

Now we see, it is about the money. All it takes is a couple of Uhauls and a little work. If you would pay money to see NSWR/Camden then pay the money!

By slalom1

November 17, 2008 6:41 PM | Link to this

Newnan Cougar Fans, Nice blow out win in Round 1. (You guys must be getting bored with the lopsided wins). I believe in this Cougar team. I also believe in Coach Herring and his staff. Speaking of the Newnan coaching staff; I sat with them during pre-season. They reminded me of a top notch SEC caliber group. But this week, everything changes. Tift Co is gonna bring it on. I believe the Cougars will win. But this will be THE test for the Cougars toughness. Sure, E. Coweta made things interesting on a wet field. But, Tift will make a good go of it under any conditions. I am pulling for this Cougar team to bring home the cup that they were worthy of winning in year’s past. But bad luck played a part. 2008 IS THE year. If not now, then “when”? I will make every effort to attend the game. But until then: “GO COUGARS!” And pray for a dry field.

By slalom1

November 17, 2008 6:47 PM | Link to this

NTH Trojans, Should N. Hall defeat Dunwoody and LaGrange defeat Thompson, we could have the match up that you and I talked about in 2007. I do not have a clue where the game would be played. Do you? This would be a great event should the cards turn out right.

By Yo

November 17, 2008 6:57 PM | Link to this

Slalom where you been dude? Talk about me taking a nap, man you been hibernating.

By slalom1

November 17, 2008 6:58 PM | Link to this

YO, Good to see you alive and well. Along with “napping less”. No doubt you are losing sleep over the BIG game with Bradwell Inst. LOL!!! Uh…What does one say about this match-up? Blow out for Lowndes. But look YO, the Newnan Cougars are for real. Guess we will see what happens agaisnt Tift Co. this week.

By slalom1

November 17, 2008 7:01 PM | Link to this

Coffee vs. Chapel Hill… Are you kidding me? BLOW-OUT. Coffee by at least 28. Probably more.

By roger

November 17, 2008 7:05 PM | Link to this

Jet blue, I agree with you, it will be closer than that score of 28-0 Camden. I see it low scoring 17-14, NSWR. Will be a good game either way.

By mistermak

November 17, 2008 7:05 PM | Link to this

Camden 35-NSWR 14!!

By TrojanDude

November 17, 2008 7:08 PM | Link to this

HSBallfan You are right on with your supposition that the broadcast is all about money. And advertising is money. The cold, hard fact is that the Atlanta advertisers are aiming their product at the Atlanta consumer and the Atlanta consumer is interested in Atlanta football, not good football with statewide implications. Poo Poo that it costs to much and is logistically impossible. Speaking from experience, the cost of producing the broadcast from Kingsland is minimally more expensive than producing a game locally. A little more cost,(not much really), for satellite or fiber time, and a little more for fuel and per diem for a half dozen crew. Tell me to do it right now and I’ll have it up and running Thursday morning.

By slalom1

November 17, 2008 7:11 PM | Link to this

REEZE, You must admit that this week’s game against Camden Co. is a “statement ” game. It is all about where NSWR stands against the state’s best regardless of classification. I feel your pain in defending class AAAA against AAAAA in 2007. But, this is 2008. NSWR has their shot. This is gonna be a BIG one. You have said that the NSWR passing game has improved since the loss to Lowndes. So, how is NSWR gonna stack up against Camden? Personally, nothing would make me happier than to see NSWR put the wood to Camden. If I have read the brackets right, this could set up a re-match against Lowndes for the state title. How do you feel about that?

By AVikingFan

November 17, 2008 7:23 PM | Link to this

First Round Wrap up: Which games made you smile? Lowndes victory over Luella. The Region 1-AAAAA sweep. Woodstock’s big win. Region 1-AA’s big wins. Bradwell Inst.’s win over E. Coweta. EP over Milton

Tift County may soon wish they had lost to Coffee in week 10, and be playing in a different bracket. Newnan appears to be FOR REAL! But I still like NG over Newnan in the 3rd round. Tamburo’s getting hot! Either will fall to Camden/NSWR winner. You heard it here first.

Go Vikes.

By slalom1

November 17, 2008 7:24 PM | Link to this

YO, You are slightly right. I have been reading but not posting. These Atlanta posters have been putting me to sleep. Anyone with half a brain knows that GHS football is south of I-285.(IN EVERY classification). By the way YO, have you seen what Callaway (AA) has done this year? Got a soph RB by the name of Quan Bray who will be known to the rest of the USA by the time he is a senior. My money is still on Lowndes but I must admit that my heart is with Newnan. Don’t you guys get tired of winning so much?

By GHS Student

November 17, 2008 7:29 PM | Link to this

31313 trust me you have some huge fans up here in grayson thats for sure

By VikingFever

November 17, 2008 7:32 PM | Link to this

Todd Holcomb - I don’t understand the Lowndes chatter about playing their younger players….

Todd, the chatter was about Luella NOT playing theirs. Lowndes started wholesale substitutions after the 1st series of the 2nd half. Luella’s starters were in the game til the end, except they did play the 2nd QB their last series.

By WACO-FAN

November 17, 2008 7:35 PM | Link to this

so slalom1 u think yall will upset baldwin i am going 2 b their sitting on yall side to see if yall can do it….and peach what happen i thought yall was back to form and the peach baldwin game was gonna make me proud but well i guess the shaw game will have 2 do….

By TrojanDude

November 17, 2008 7:36 PM | Link to this

Reeze I personally believe NWR has more than held it’s own in AAAAA football. I’ll take that a step further. NWR has done its self proud against the best! 1AAAAA. Seems to me that Camden has more to prove to the state than NHS, Sure they talk up beating Hoover 44-16 and Hoover is 11-1. But they also beat mighty Columbia HS of Florida fame 31-0 and Columbia is sitting at 3-7. So, who is this real Camden that beats up on the little 3AAAAA schools? I call the game at least even our of respect for Camden. Good Luck. Do 1AAAAA proud.

By mistermak

November 17, 2008 7:43 PM | Link to this

Get the irony here. We all know about the terrible region that Camden is forced to play in, Well after every victory the wildcats would move up in the national rivals.com poll. Now they win a first round playoff game 49-0 against a team from the Atlanta area and drop 12 spots in the poll. Hard to imagine isnt it?

By WACO-FAN

November 17, 2008 7:51 PM | Link to this

If n.hall beat dunwoody then they was more hype and wasn’t it last year n.hall was at the dome i was like dang how they do that and i am using the 3 times we played them in the playoffs as to say they was a good team but 2 contend i think not but i haven’t seen them this year so I’m going on history than present….

By jet blue

November 17, 2008 7:54 PM | Link to this

mistermak,

35-14?? Better check your medications also. It will be no more than a 7-10 point game either way, hopefully Northside’s.

By WACO-FAN

November 17, 2008 8:00 PM | Link to this

VikingFever that last post sound like a cocky fan who has forgot how it feels to be on the other end of a game like that because why would u want some of the player who this is they last game to sit on the sideline for a whole half instead of show they school pride and still be out their playin hard shown the younger player how to lose with pride

By mistermak

November 17, 2008 8:14 PM | Link to this

Hey its just a prediction. What is yours?

By GPA; Priority Adjustment

November 17, 2008 8:18 PM | Link to this

Hopefully I saw this wrong but on the AJC video of the Super 11 it shows a GPA of 2.2 for G. Reid of Lowndes. How is a kid going to succede in college when the high school GPA is only 2.2. Shows you what our tax dollars are supporting. Maybe that player needs to spend less time on the field and more time in the classroom for a change. Only scoring touchdowns in high school instead of studying prepares you for a minimum wage job down the road. Wonder was the SAT/ACT scores were?

By slalom1

November 17, 2008 8:32 PM | Link to this

WACO FAN, We gotta get past Thompson first. Appreciate your support. But the Grangers’ offense is in a re-building mode. Lost QB Jamius Gunsby: a 6’5” 220 lb. beast.(junior). Then lost John Jackson, a 4.4 speedster at wingback. There are no fans in the state who respect WACO more than Granger fans. Again, we appreciate your support. But, this Granger team is NOT the Granger team from 5 weeks ago. I am proud of how the Grangers have recovered from the losses. But, it will still be an up hill climb for the Grangers in 2008.

By Woodwardgrad

November 17, 2008 8:48 PM | Link to this

WacoFan, how’s basketball coming along? On your 7:51 pm post today, what were you trying to say? You lost me!

By WACO-FAN

November 17, 2008 8:50 PM | Link to this

slalom1 i thought u was a shaw fan but just like y’all feel good story is shaw our is thomson..they want shock y’all like they did jackson by bring out a new formation so i will be listen 2 see if my 3AAA region mate thomson call do the unthinkable and beat yall….but i still have them 2004 nightmares of yall wr takin that int out of our db hand for that jump ball td it was a long ride home lol

By jet blue

November 17, 2008 8:56 PM | Link to this

Mistermak

I like my Eagles (natch), 21-17. I just want a well-played and well-officiated game. I don’t want any questionable calls to influence the outcome either way.

By HoyaDawg

November 17, 2008 9:14 PM | Link to this

PRHS, I am sorry, I did’nt realize it was yalls first game. Oh yea, it must have been our first game also. We have gotten stronger also. It took injuries, and some bad weeks to do it, but it has happened. Our players are back now, and healthy, but their absence forced us to create depth. Players stepped in and proved they could play, so we don’t have as many guys going both ways.we have 9 wins as well, and were 7-0 when we had our worst game, so i don’t put too much stock in the streak. I have a feeling your season will end the way it started.

By mistermak

November 17, 2008 9:15 PM | Link to this

Well we all know how these high school refs can make some very questionble calls so I agree with in being hopefull we have good officiated contest. I am really looking foward to Friday.

By SGT CHRIS

November 17, 2008 9:15 PM | Link to this

slalom, I like the way Lagrange finished the game, but im more concerned with the start of the game. I hope they dont start slow against thomson, or they might get run over all night long. I wish they would throw to their tight end number 86 more. Has nice hands is a big target. I dont know if you saw the stats for the thomson/jackson game, but thomson ran the ball 60+ times for 300 yards. You think they will be that dedicated to the run against LaGrange? by the way, ONE incomplete pass!!

By slalom1

November 17, 2008 9:17 PM | Link to this

WACO FAN, I am first of all a GRANGER. But, secondly I pull for teams in 2 AAA and ALL teams south of I-285. That includes WACO. Look, NOBODY respects WACO anymore than LG. I am simply proud of the SHAW Raiders for pulling off the upset of a very good Peach team, after going 4-6 in the regular season. As for WACO, losing Rick Tomberlin will be hard to get over. But, WACO will recover and land on top in the near future. Remember Tyree Burnet? Stacy Walls? Maybe the 2 best RB’s I have ever seen in GHS football. There will be more to come from WACO. 2008 was simply not their year.(Whoops. Did I forget to mention that Walker kid from Johnson Co?) Ran the 100 meters against him when he was 16 years old. I was 27. Guess who lost? Look, WACO is gonna be okay. This year (2008) is a transition year. And, WACO did alright. But just wait. WACO will be right back on top. I will bet my finish against H. Walker on that.

By WACO-FAN

November 17, 2008 9:23 PM | Link to this

Woodwardgrad i will start off by saying my hats off to a great defense of plan to know to cut off them cut back lanes and not worrying bout our Rb out running the defense and when our change the pace back came in 2 jump all over him b4 he get started.and how y’all qb who got us for focusing on y’all fb too much for big yards because i know his bell was rung a lot last Fri…on that post i was responding to someone saying north hall will beat or could beat dunwoody and if it happen dunwoody a fake top 5 team in AAA…

By Yo

November 17, 2008 9:32 PM | Link to this

Camden/Northside 17-14 or 21-17 you pick the winner. Turnovers the key to victory in this game. Listen up….NOBODY is going to put up 30 points on Northside except Northside keeps turning over the ball deep on their side of the field. The team with the most turnovers…loses.

By HS Football fan

November 17, 2008 9:34 PM | Link to this

What happened to St. Pius? Two years ago St. Pius beat Thomas County Central at TCC in the AAAA playoffs, and came within one play of beating a very good AAAAA team (NSWR) in the Dome. This year St. Pius couldn’t win even a single playoff game in AAA. That’s a long way to drop in a short time

And St. Pius’ win against Marist this year was early season against the worst-played Marist game I’ve seen in 40 years. If Marist played St. Pius today I’m sure Marist would beat St. Pius as badly as they beat Tucker.

St. Pius had their eyes on winning the state championship this year and forgot they had to win four games against great teams first

By Yo

November 17, 2008 9:38 PM | Link to this

Slalom let me put it this way at the expense of sounding like I am disrespecting BI. Bradwell offensive yards “first half” - 45. Lowndes - 225. Score at half time Lowndes 28 - BI 0. After the first half who knows what the final score will be because by third quarter Lowndes will be making whole sale substitutions. If you press me hard I would say 42-0. Maybe BI scores in the 4th quarter after substitutions.

By MIKEMIKE

November 17, 2008 9:42 PM | Link to this

This Friday Night Cairo vs Burke Co in the Syrup Bowl for the second round of the playoff.Go Cairo

By BI Fan

November 17, 2008 9:45 PM | Link to this

Come on why are u disrespecting BI? hopefully we will prove you wrong!!!!

By WACO-FAN

November 17, 2008 10:09 PM | Link to this

i like burke in that cario game lol….do cario run the spread offense or or wing-t now or sumin lol

By slalom1

November 17, 2008 10:12 PM | Link to this

YO, Like I said, I am certain that you are losing sleep over this snoozer.LOL! But on a more serious note, you have not made any references to the Newnan Cougars. Have you not seen them play? Have you not looked at the weekly butt kickings? Sure, they play in a weak region. Probably weaker than several AA and AAA regions. But even given that, look at the lop sided scores. Following the Lowndes 28-14 win over Tift you rated Tift high on your list of “teams to beat”. I agree, regardless of their loss to Brooks Co who is my pick to win AA. But back to Newnan vs. Tift: This game is a defining moment for Newnan. “Can the Cougars FINALLY close the deal?” Guess we will see. What do you think?

By HSBallfan

November 17, 2008 10:18 PM | Link to this

If it were up to me, I’d telecast the Camden/NS game. But CSS is Atlanta based and if you check the schedule of their broadcasts over the past couple of years, you’ll find they rarely go outside the metro area. The viewer base, the audience the sponsors are paying for, is in Atlanta. Why would CSS foot the bill to haul their equipment and crew six hours down the road? The average high school fan doesn’t pay much attention to anything except HIS team’s next opponent, so the significance of the Camden/NS matchup isn’t such a huge attraction to anyone other than us hardcore types. Camden may as well be Mars until they’re on the other side of the field, and probably half the high school football watchers aren’t sure where Warner Robins is either.

By Dekalb Unknown

November 17, 2008 10:20 PM | Link to this

WACO-FAN, its ok to be sadden that you team got beat by Woodward but understand that Dunwoody won their game and gets to play this Friday night. Your team had to turn in equipment this week while our guys are getting ready for Friday night. NHall would not be in the palyoffs had they not earned it so Dunwoody will give them respect as they have given all teams they have played this season. The polls do not matter its a new season and the goal is to be 2-0 after week 2 which puts Dunwoody closer to the goal of playing 15 games. WACO you guys have to wait until next year to get better and you can play with the big boys hopefully but as of now sit back and enjoy watching the high school playoffs.

By JAYBO

November 17, 2008 10:21 PM | Link to this

Hey Guys, just wanted to get my championship pics in and on record: AAAAA-Lowndes AAAA-Westside Macon AAA-Cairo AA-Brooks Co. A-ECI

By AVikingFan

November 17, 2008 10:23 PM | Link to this

Yo, I’ll be happy with a big enough winning margin Friday night to sit Greg, Demps, and a few more, and let’em rest for the 3rd round. (Glad our punter’s back.) But BI’s gonna come in here and try to take it to us. I’m thinking 28-0 Lowndes. How are you calling the EP/Grayson game? I sure don’t want to drive all the way to Loganville. I kinda joined in with Hoyadawg earlier this year and in jest bashed EP a little. But I sure am pulling for’em now against Grayson.

Mannnnn, there are some great games this week! Big ones in Cairo, Camden, Newnan, PeaRidge, Swainsboro (ECI vs Clinch)Chapel Hill (where is that?) and at Grayson. I hope Obrien pulls Woodstock through again. Tift sure is quiet!

Speaking of HoyaDawg, I wonder if Turnipseed is back from his injury against EP?

Goooo Cook, Brooks, and the Vikings!!!!!

By JAYBO

November 17, 2008 10:24 PM | Link to this

Hey, I wonder if there’s anyone else on here got the balls to Post your pics like ole JAYBO?????? Lets see!!!!

By WACO-FAN

November 17, 2008 10:46 PM | Link to this

wow Dekalb Unknown b4 this year who knew who dunwoody was i went back 4 yrs to see what y’all have done too have sum playoff sawger and y’all was one and done for 2yrs and no shows the playoff the other 2 so be happy y’all their and hope it dont end friday because i would love to see more of y’all…

By Chris Whitfield

November 17, 2008 10:54 PM | Link to this

Just a little history for you Lowndes fans since this is Todd’s blog and he is one of the state’s top football historians.

IF Lowndes wins the the title this year, that would be four out of the last five state titles won by the Vikings. A quick look at past GHSA champions shows that the last time a team did that in the highest classification was Valdosta from 65-69, but Valdosta shared the state title in 69 with Clarke Central. (And we know how you guys don’t like to recognize “shared” titles — isn’t that right Roswell and P’tree Ridge fans?)

By spencer

November 17, 2008 11:00 PM | Link to this

let’s not underestimate the Newnan Cougars. They are in a weak region 4 but have played Chapel Hill, a suprise turn-around team, and E. Coweta, a consistant tough team. They beat chapel hill 35-3, I would say thats a rather convincing win. and E. coweta 12-0, not a blow-out but this is a huge rivalry in the community and was emotional for everyone involved, plus a wet field took away some of the passing game. Other than that he Cougars have blown out every team they have faced. on offense and defense. the latest win they had 55 points on the board with 3 minutes on the clock in the second quater. Herring put in 2nd-4th string afterwards. The cougars can compete with anyteam in the state and will play a good game for tift. If they play N.G.H.S. they will play for some revenge as the bulldogs barely knocked off newnan in the quater finals last season. Watch out for these courgars. they are scary.

By D-W00D Student

November 17, 2008 11:12 PM | Link to this

WACO,

Why should we care about the past seasons? What matters is this season, no, this post-season.

But if we want to bring up the past, if I remember correctly from my middle school days, the only team that was ever able to beat this year’s senior class (as of their 8th grade year) was Stephenson, and blew out all other teams. My boys have been striving for this as long as I can remember, and if they stay healthy, I don’t see them not getting the prize.

By T.J.

November 17, 2008 11:19 PM | Link to this

I have been watching videos of both EP and Grayson. This game will be worth the drive for all. They have simular mental toughness and hitters. Grayson is better in the trenches and EP is better rounded on offense. Nice backfield. Grayson is one dimensional on the offense because they can be. I have a feeling Grayson can just grind out 4 or 5 yards on the ground every snap with their offensive line. Probably one of the best blocking teams in high school. They are a solid ball control team. EP can not go without scoring during any posession or they will fall too far behind and be forced to make a mistake. Seems to be Grayson’s style of ball. It will be close though. I predict a 28 to 24 game. Could go either way but I give the nod to Grayson just because they are at home.

By slalom1

November 17, 2008 11:23 PM | Link to this

SGT CHRIS, I am by no means comfortable in predicting a Granger win against anyone. Too many critical losses on offense. i.e. QB Jamius Gunsby, WB John Jackson, and the loss of Rodney Tolbert at WR who is now at QB. But your reference to Ivan Dowell #86 is well taken. Dowell is 6’3 and about 205 lbs. Great hands and decent speed. David Earl 6’3 190lbs has really stepped up his game at WR and Tolbert is just now getting settled in at QB. Had a nice game sat night. Even with all of the losses in personnel, I believe that the Grangers still have a chance as long as they do not beat themselves with penalties and turnovers. Just one other thing. If you look at the 2 losses the Grangers faced this season (Newnan and Carver), both teams won by running the ball right up the gut. The Grangers have been solid against the pass all season. But as I said in pre-season the “Grangers are soft between the tackles on both sides of the ball.” That has proven to be the truth. Still, I like the Grangers’ chances against Thompson. Should they prevail it will most likely be LG vs. Dunwoody in the quarter finals. Again, I like the Grangers’ chances in this match up although the Grangers will be playing on the road (should they get past Thompson). The most intriguing match up to me is Carver vs. Cairo in the AAA semi finals. That match up appears to be a lock.

By slalom1

November 17, 2008 11:35 PM | Link to this

YO, I concur. BAD night for Bradwell. Why don’t you guys take it easy on a team like Bradwell? I am thinking more like 42-0 at the half. Then again there are people on this blog that would bet the ranch that Bradwell wins and wins BIG. LOL!!! LMAF!!! YO, do not over look Newnan. Should the Cougars take care of business against Tift this weekend, I would advise Coach McPherson to reinstate 40 yd. dashes and obstacle courses.

By Yo

November 17, 2008 11:42 PM | Link to this

Slalom I will reserve my opinion of Newnan until after this week’s game against Tifton. I have no doubt Newnan is good…the only question is how good? I’m not ready to put in the same category of Lowndes, Northside, and Camden as of now. After this week…we’ll see.

By Yo

November 17, 2008 11:50 PM | Link to this

AVikingFan I like defense this time of year. Grayson seems to play it a little better than EP. Plus I will respect their 30-0 win over Warner very early in the year. So to answer your question I believe Lowndeds will be putting up 300 yards rushing on Grayson the following week…count em. :-) Like you, the thought of possibly traveling 4 -6 hours through Atlanta/Gwinnett traffic because of the time of day we will be getting up there (on a Friday night no less) just gets me feeling all warm and fuzzy inside.

By Reeze

November 18, 2008 12:06 AM | Link to this

Slalom 1……. lol where have you been?..Yes it’s a Huge game for NS….Yeah we’re 7-1 in AAAAA ,defeating a good Coffee and Tift team….You know at NS that’s not what we’re all about…On top is what we’re about..Lowndes is a great team and the loss to them was a serious setback,amends must be made …I think a win at Camden will get us back on track….Camden is a good team ,I doubt if any team will “put the wood to them”…On offense and defense They’re the mirror image of Lowndes,but not as good I think…Camden has some monsters on defense and that seems to be the concern on Green St….I said against Lowndes we wouldn’t run on them all night ,we got away with for a half, but thats all we got….The same goes for Camden…. Bacon and the O-line will show up as usual .NS will have to mix it up to win,that means Scott and the recievers will have to have their best game of the season…Our defense is running at 100% right now and Camden will figure out early the difference between a Northside defense and a Savannah defense..If Scott and the recivers show up we can win…If not , instead of hosting either Woodstock or Norcross in round 3…we’ll be in Bibb Co.watching Westside and Tucker most likely.

By NsideBlue

November 18, 2008 1:33 AM | Link to this

just wanna say thanks to TrojanDude & GraysonFan2 for their good wishes, hope the boys in blue can hold their own this weekend!

I also think we have more than shown we belong in AAAAA, don’t understand why all the nay-saying from folks, it ain’t your bidness…

GOOD LUCK TO ALL 1AAAAA TEAMS THIS WEEKEND, KICK A**

go Eagles

By PRHS

November 18, 2008 5:49 AM | Link to this

HoyaDawg. K. we will just see what happens. im expecting a great game

By PRHS

November 18, 2008 6:05 AM | Link to this

Hoyadawg:Im quoting this from Gwiinnett daily post talking football. “Peachtree ridge improved so much since the beginning of the season particulary on the offensive side of the ball so i think the lions win this one and get that revenge on harrison.”

By GraysonFan2

November 18, 2008 6:56 AM | Link to this

All teams have improved so much since the beginning of the season, i do hope PTR wins though, GO Gwinnett.

Your welcome Nside blue

EP Whats up with all that crab blocking? That is hilarious, but whatever works right? STEP BACK!

YO,

Your to funny!

By GHS Student

November 18, 2008 7:19 AM | Link to this

O come on guys… You dont think a little drive through georgia all the way up here the day after thanksgiving would be fun

By Homet

November 18, 2008 8:22 AM | Link to this

GRAYSON…GRAYSON…GRAYSON

You just don’t know what’s REALLY coming your way friday night. All I keep seeing is Grayson / Lowndes postings…

NEWS FLASH!! ALERT Thousand’s of RAIDER fans will be crammed into your visitors section and lining your field as the EAST RAIDERS take over your GRAYSON RAMS field!!!

You can keep planning and thinking about going to Lowndes but THE ONLY WAY Grayson players and fans see Lowndes play this year is IF THEY BUY A TICKET to the EAST / LOWNDES game!!!

RAIDER NATION IS COMING TO GRAYSON

By SouthGARules

November 18, 2008 8:28 AM | Link to this

AVikingFan: Chapel Hill is in Douglasville, in the western part of metro Atlanta. Look forward to Grayson-EP & PeaRidge-Harrison. Grayson plays smash mouth football & has a stable of backs, not just Pemberton. I look for a low scoring game between PeaRidge & Harrison. Find it ironic that Mike O’Brien was run out of Valdosta on a rail because he was not the second coming of Nick Hyder, but the Valdosta program has gone in the toilet since he was run off. I know he has not had the success until now at Woodstock, but I’m sure Valdosta fans wish they had not been so quick to run him off.

By mikemike

November 18, 2008 8:50 AM | Link to this

Cairo all the way.

By CamdenFan

November 18, 2008 8:52 AM | Link to this

Best game I’ve ever seen Camden vs. Lowndes 2002 and 2003. We played three times in two years. Camden won but it could have gone either way. We got lucky in 2003 I must admit. Lowndes whipped us in 2004 though…30-0. I hope the Northside game will be similar to the 2003 game with us coming out on top of course. ::::)))))

By Camden Cat

November 18, 2008 8:57 AM | Link to this

Reeze Northside is respected by us as well. Please believe the Camden coaches are putting in work to prepare. I think our defense will have to play the best game of their lives….and I hope that they do. Also you have two Super 11 finalists on defense. Now THOSE are monsters!!!

By cathy

November 18, 2008 9:19 AM | Link to this

GO WILCOX!!!!!!!!!!!

By AVikingFan

November 18, 2008 9:32 AM | Link to this

CHRIS Normally Lowndes would be proud to share the Title with a team like Camden, Newnan, or NSWR. But, as sisters they ain’t that pretty So, guess we’d rather not share it! Besides, this might be 1999 all over again and some unranked team might come out of no where and win it all. But thanks anyway for the history note. However, as Valdosta’s Country Cousins, whom they deemed plowhands and plowboys a long time ago, we already knew that all too well! We now PROUDLY call ourselves “PLOWBOYS!”

Yo, just in case it works out that we have to travel to Grayson, the best way is to get off I-75 at HWY 16 and go into Jackson. Then take 36 to Covington, and Hwy 81 thru Loganville to Grayson. Saves a ton of time and traffic is better. I have a good friend who lives just north of Covington and I make that trip several times a year.

Gooooo 1-AAAAA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Sweep Sweep Sweep!!!!!

By Todd Holcomb

November 18, 2008 9:37 AM | Link to this

Amazin’ Facts, courtesy of the Pollmeister:

Chapel Hill can become the first time in history to lose 10 games one season and win 10 the next.

Teams that have won playoff games after going 0-10:

2000 Adairsville (8-4)

1980 Brooks County (9-2-1)

2008 Chapel Hill (9-2)

1994 Columbus (9-3)

2002 Mitchell-Baker (8-4)

1998 South Gwinnett (8-5)

South Gwinnett in 1998 is the only team to win two playoff games after going 0-10.

While not confirmed, I believe that South Gwinnett and 1973 Pelham are the only teams to make the QF after going 0-10. Pelham went 7-3, won the region and lost its first playoff game, which in those days was a QF.

Stay tuned for more Amazin’ Facts!!

Hint: What state record ended when Valdosta lost that 1969 state final? And what same state record is Lowndes hoping to break some day?

By AVikingFan

November 18, 2008 9:39 AM | Link to this

SouthGaRules Thanks for the info on Chapel Hill. And yes sir a lot of Valdosta folks wish Obrien had never left. But they now have a coach that has won more games as a head coach than Milt Miller, and is only about 35 to 40 wins behind Wright Bazemore, and has coached 13 years less than the Baze did. And, he has several state titles under his belt. In those years at Washington County he put more players in college than all of Region 1-AAAAA combined. If they leave him alone he will return Valdosta to respectability. But I don’t think they will ever “RULE” again.

By RealisticEP_Fan

November 18, 2008 9:39 AM | Link to this

Lots of interesting posts:

My take:

-PTRidge/Harrison: Hoping that Harrsion is fully healthy again, and focused. Tough to beat a team twice in one year and I’d have to bet against the Hoya’s though I’m certainly rooting for them.

-Woodstock/Norcros: I just have a feeling Woodstock has rounded in to form. Ever since that OT victory at Kennesaw Mtn they seem to have really found themselves. I think they have one more playoff win in them.

-Grayson/EP: Tough game to predict. It is the same offense that has given EP issues the past couple of years. Grayson will move the ball but will the coaches have the patience and can the team execute 10-12 play drives without making a mistake or being forced into them, is what I think will be the key. EP Offense is diverse, and I think they’ll be able to move the ball and put some points on the board. All in all a hard fought game with the winner being decided by a touchdown or less with the team that can minimize their own mistakes.

Side Note: No disrespect to anyone but why so much talk about a Grayson/Lowndes game? Yes it could/might happen, but why the disrespect to Bradwell Institute and East Paulding? I personally think that the Lowndes team is probably one of the two best teams in the state(Newnan being the best). Personally I think EP has learned a bit from that past couple of years of playoff football, and I’d like to see them rewarded with a trip south, and see how we’ve progressed and measure up against the big boys of ga football. Either way, EAST isn’t going anywhere…it is a learning process and we are learning about championship football and what it takes to play at that level.

-Camden/NSWR: best game of the week. I think Camden is being taken a bit lightly and not sure exactly why. I’d say Camden 20-14.

-Chapel Hill: Great season, and probably a bit over their heads in the second round, but hey,,,they are similar to EP, and they have put themselves on the map as a team to be taken seriously in the future.

By AVikingFan

November 18, 2008 10:13 AM | Link to this

I agree with you Realistic_EP Fan: The talk should be about Newnan and Tift, NSWR and Camden, EP and Grayson, PR and Harrison, and Woodstock keeping it going.

But down here, Lowndes and BI is big and just as important. So is Cairo vs Burke, Ware and Mt. Zion/Jonesboro, and Clinch vs ECI and Washaun Ealy.

Lots of big games this week. Best time of the year, ‘cept for grouper fishing in the Gulf!

By HeadEast

November 18, 2008 10:26 AM | Link to this

Same stuff, different week. Once again teeny, tiny little East travels to another AAAAAA school to be kicked around by bigger and faster players. When you have over 3100 kids to choose from, you’re bound to find a few big ones! I guess the Rams will run for about 400 yards and 5 or 6 TD’s, just like Milton did to us last week. We’ll just have to crab block and try and introduce then to the foward pass as best we can. Maybe we’ll get lucky and avoid that long, painful drive back from South Georgia this year!

By Etowah Fan

November 18, 2008 10:27 AM | Link to this

RealisticEP_Fan - I agree with you in that there seems to be a little too much banter about a Lowndes-Grayson matchup. Way too much football left to play. I think EP will give Grayson all it can handle. I can’t wait to watch the P’ridge-Harrison matchup on CSS… since the Eagles now have to wait until next year.

Here’s hoping for three Region 5 victories to send the Gwinnett crew packing… and I might even have to root for Lassiter to make the Gwinnett sweep complete.

By Dawg Gone

November 18, 2008 10:51 AM | Link to this

HS football fan - what happened to St. Pius can happen to anybody in the playoffs - that’s why the games are played. Cartersville has a good team (with a few great athletes) and they played a good game. As for Marist vs St. Pius, the outcome of this year’s game is more an indication of the overall weakness at AAAA this year. Many of the really good teams got re-classified as AAA or AAAAA teams. Lucky for Marist, huh? Don’t get too puffed-up about beating Tucker - no team has ever looked worse than they did that night.

By Jeff

November 18, 2008 11:20 AM | Link to this

Homey, I’m expecting a good game Friday between EP and Grayson. Most posters are predicting a Grayson win because of our defense. I expect your Raiders to put up a touchdown or two on some big plays, as that has been our achilles heel all year. But I also expect our offensive line to blow your little ones off the line and gain 5 yards a carry.

Oh, and the crab blocking is something we teach our kids in youth football so that small linemen can block the bigger kids they face. Very good strategy on the part of your coaches. If the kids aren’t big enough, teach them a blocking strategy they can use and not look too silly. Problem with that is speed. Our linebackers will be able to shoot the gaps and make big plays behind the line of scrimmage. Anyway, will be fun! Good luck to both teams and may the best team win.

By lee champion

November 18, 2008 11:29 AM | Link to this

Friday Carver v Woodward. Big Carver win. Sat Lagrange at home against Thomson.Big Lagrange win. Baldwin u best sho up for Shaw cause Shaw has played the hardest AAA schedule in the state and they are good. Its great to be a high school fan around here!

By HeadEast

November 18, 2008 11:45 AM | Link to this

Update - Grayson says they have 3336 enrolled, about 1300 more than East. Perhaps we can take up a school building collection for Gwinnett when we’re out there. With Brookwood gone I think Grayson and the Pea are the only schools left with more than 3000 kids. Jeff - #5 ran over us last week for more than 5 a carry totaling 246 and 5 TD’s, but he still went home broken hearted!!!!! Should be fun.

Easy winners this week are Newnan, Lowndes, Camden, Coffee, and NG. I think the other three games will be more competitive.

By VikingConqueror

November 18, 2008 11:48 AM | Link to this

AVikingFan

No doubt coach Tomberlin is a fine individual and, clearly, has the capacity for winning at the AAA highest level. His record at Washington County speaks for itself. I emphasize that at the highest level because that is what Valdosta football was always about and what Lowndes’ program has now become. Winning state and national titles for Valdosta, particularly amongst the old guard VHS supporters was all that was acceptable. If you’ve spent anytime in the VHS/LHS high school system, and you speak as though you have, you well know the intensity that VHS generates for winning at the highest level.

The VHS old guard still clamors for that same winning tradition. I doubt it will diminish for many years since they were still winning state titles through the 80’s. Demographics have changed the football talent pool for VHS and that may signal a permanent decline for the program. Albany never achieved the same level of success as Valdosta but that city seems to have undergone a similar demographic change. In spite of the inevitable, my sense is that VHS will continue to cast about for a coach who can win at the highest level in spite of the adversity of demographic change.

When they quit clamoring for change at VHS, you’ll know the program is truly dead.

By Jewce

November 18, 2008 12:13 PM | Link to this

Todd/Chris

Although I’ll admit Grayson v. Lowndes will probably be a better football game, can you imagine the type of hits you’ll get all next week if the EP bloggers get their turn against the biggest and baddest HS football dynasty this decade? I, for one, get hyped just thinking about how much fun that would be.

Sure from a pure football standpoint, Grayson may have the edge. But as we’ve all heard on this site before, this site is business. So maybe for one week, we can ALL say GO RAIDERS!

By gofigure

November 18, 2008 12:27 PM | Link to this

Maybe WaCo should have tried some fake punts.

By WACO-FAN

November 18, 2008 12:42 PM | Link to this

Tomberlin suck!!!!!!!

By WACO-FAN

November 18, 2008 12:47 PM | Link to this

gofigure we just have been lacking the right rb for our system in the past 2yrs we had a fullback playing Rb and i blame that on the coach for not adjusting the playbook for that but hey we win or lose just know if u see us on your schedule u will be in for a game…….

By Jeff

November 18, 2008 1:07 PM | Link to this

HeadEast - defense wins in the playoffs. Milton had no defense. You will see a big and fast D this Friday. Your HUGE crowd may get a couple of things to cheer about, but all in all, your crab blocking scheme won’t score enough points to stay in the game. Can’t wait for the game though, tick, tick, tick….

By JAYBO

November 18, 2008 1:11 PM | Link to this

Hey Guys,

I can’t believe everybody is scared to give their championship pics…..I’ll give mine again:

AAAAA-Lowndes

AAAA-Westside Macon

AAA-Cairo

AA-Brooks Co.

A-ECI

By joe the plumber

November 18, 2008 1:17 PM | Link to this

I like this Newnan team. They show great stregnth on both sides of the ball. The best defense in the state on paper. 7 shutouts this season and have had 5 in a row including a 55-0 rout of johnson savannah. (55 points was scored before halftime) The second string has played more than the first. If this team finds any good team to face they will handle them easily.

By JAYBO

November 18, 2008 1:20 PM | Link to this

Come on Chris/Todd, I know you two guys aren’t afraid to give your championship pics!!!!! I think Todd gave his final four pics, but not championship pics…haven’t seen anything from my buddy Chris Whitfield!!!

By RAMDAWG

November 18, 2008 1:25 PM | Link to this

HOMEY-IF GRAYSON WINS FRI THE GAME COULD BE AT GRAYSON VS LOWNDES-GRAYSON IS A NO 1 SEED-IT WILL BE A COIN FLIP SAT JUST FYI.

By lee champion

November 18, 2008 1:29 PM | Link to this

Okay Jaybo: Newnan,Westside, Carver,Buford and Brookstone

By Jeff

November 18, 2008 1:30 PM | Link to this

Jaybo, I just care about AAAAA. The champion there will be Grayson over Newnan in the Dome.

By Jeff

November 18, 2008 1:49 PM | Link to this

How about some score predictions for this weekend?

Norcross 21 - Woodstock 7 Camden 35 - NHS 27 N Gwinnett 28 - Lassiter 7 Newnan 14 - Tift 3 Bradwell 14 - Lowndes 10 Grayson 28 - East 14 Coffee 17 - Chapel Hill 7 PT Ridge 24 - Harrison 14

Sequoyah 24 - Marist 17 Ware 42 - Mt Zion 10 Sandy Creek 14 - Rome 7 N Clayton 21 - Statesboro 10 Westside alot - Jonesboro 0 Tucker 31 - Hillgrove 13 Griffin 14 - Brunswick Stew 3 SWD 10 - Cedar Shoals 6

By Lissa

November 18, 2008 1:56 PM | Link to this

HSBallFan *…and probably half the high school football watchers aren’t sure where Warner Robins is either. *

Sure they do… it’s the exit on I-75 on your way to Florida that has all the “We Bare All” signs. Even though they tore down the Cafe, I’d bet those signs will be around for years.

By VIkingConqueror

November 18, 2008 2:03 PM | Link to this

I’m looking forward to the third round action in AAAAA since that’s where the legitimate Region champs will begin to play each other. But that’s another week away. My picks in this weeks matchups in AAAAA:

Lowndes - 38 / BI - 7 Camden - 21 / NHS - 13 Grayson - 20 / EP - 17 Newnan - 28 / Tifton - 14 Peachtree Ridge - 20 / Harrison - 9 North Gwinnett - 14 / Lassiter - 13 Coffee - 24 / Chapel Hill - 21 Woodstock - 17 / Norcross - 10

Two games worth special note, though all are important, are the Camden/NHS and Newnan/Tifton matchups. The Camden/NHS winner will likely be Lowndes’ opponent in the state finals. Not a certainty but the odds favor this matchup in the finals.

The Newnan/Tifton game gives a glimpse of how the Region 4-AAAAA champ will fare against Region 1-AAAAA opponents. If the Cougars are highly successful, then they may be legitimate state contenders against their southern rivals.

All AAAAA eyes are on Kingsland and Newnan.

By Gomer

November 18, 2008 2:08 PM | Link to this

Todd: Valdosta didn’t lose the state title game in 1969 as you stated. The Wildcats and Athens tied 26-26 for the co-championship. Does this change the gist of your questions about records/streaks?

I know this was just a minor oversight on your part, as you deal (very well) with tons of information. We appreciate your and Chris’ work, especially the history angle of things.

By Jeff

November 18, 2008 2:12 PM | Link to this

I like the post, VikingConqueror. Your handle will be used by Grayson fans all next week, however.

By HeadEast

November 18, 2008 2:34 PM | Link to this

Jeff - You’re right about Milton’s lack of D. Probably the only teams left we could compete with are Bradwell, Chapel Hill, Lassiter, and maybe NG. We moved two D line guys to O line this year and switched to a 3-4 defense trying to compensate for the lack of size. Smart coaching but it can’t overcome getting beat in the trenches.

By Chris Whitfield

November 18, 2008 2:43 PM | Link to this

I think Todd gave his final four pics, but not championship pics…haven’t seen anything from my buddy Chris Whitfield!!!

I get paid to do picks, Jaybo! I’m not giving them away for free! I want hits on my blog too! I will say that this might be the toughest week to pick of the entire season. Man, what a great slate of games!

Normally Lowndes would be proud to share the Title with a team like Camden, Newnan, or NSWR. But, as sisters they ain’t that pretty

Sorry, AViking, that post wasn’t meant as a slight to Lowndes, just to all of those posters who said that the Roswell-P’tree Ridge and Dublin-Charlton ties weren’t true state titles. As I recall, they all got rings!

By VikingConqueror

November 18, 2008 3:12 PM | Link to this

Jeff,

To my mind, Grayson is another of the relative unknowns this season. I say relative unknowns because, while they were in the playoffs last season, they are untested against the more formidable football foes this season. Are they truly a contender or just a north GA pretender? I suspect if they survive EP and LHS moves by BI then we’ll know soon enough in Round 3. Should our teams both be successful this Friday, I look forward to seeing your fans and my moniker at Martin Stadium Nov. 28th.

By Region 7AAAAA

November 18, 2008 3:15 PM | Link to this

I say Norcross beats woodstock. North gwinett beats lassiter. and Peachtree ridge beats Harrison

By Hoya'

November 18, 2008 3:17 PM | Link to this

Jeff

By HoyasRock

November 18, 2008 3:19 PM | Link to this

Jeff, So you think that Region 5 that Todd picked as the second strongest will lose all of their games? Dream on.

By JAYBO

November 18, 2008 3:24 PM | Link to this

Hey Chris…..I understand that…get paid man..LOL!!!

By nomo

November 18, 2008 3:27 PM | Link to this

HeadEast, VSUBlazer, and Realistic_EPFan:

Be assured Grayson is not looking past East Paulding. Some idiot novices may be, but not those that count. I’ve seen enough film this week of EP to make me nervous, and I am very impressed - EP is the best team we will have seen this year. The match-ups from the two teams should present us fans with a great game, and I pray that it is an injury free, exciting contest for the boys.

Hornet, you’ve got as little (or no) class as the Grayson posters talking about any other game.

By JAYBO

November 18, 2008 3:30 PM | Link to this

Lee champion, Jeff

Good to see somebody got the guts to make some pics(lee) and a pic(jeff)!!!! This is really amazing how so few are afraid to step out on the limb and make their pics for the state champions!!! Damn, you wont lose your house if your pics dont pan out…LOL!!!!

By JAYBO

November 18, 2008 3:43 PM | Link to this

Sorry, I meant so many are afraid to step out….

By NSWR ouryear09

November 18, 2008 3:44 PM | Link to this

Ga South Alum umm why u trying to call me out on the ‘09, when ‘09 is the graduating year for seniors… just wondering?

Camdens gonna be crying to get their QB from last year major herron back. “major major major major major” but they will be drowned out by northside fans screaming “o-ver-rated, o-ver-rated, o-ver-rated” after they get a comfortable 7-0 lead (Camden wont score so 7 is enough to win)

Northside dominates 24-0

By Grayson08

November 18, 2008 3:51 PM | Link to this

REMEMBER ME??

i aint posted nothin since last year before the camden game. i was talkin all dat noise den we get our buts handed to us so im gonna keep quiet but i do hope that grayson can handle business and get a rematch with camden. but in the semis lowndes will be a mighty task to handle.

GO GRAYSON RAMS!!!

By Jeff

November 18, 2008 3:54 PM | Link to this

nomo, I’ve said over and over what a great game East is going to bring us. And if they bring as many fans as they say, our visitors side will be full. I still think Grayson will pull it out with the stout D and the big O-line. I just hope Coach Conn figured out how to play the crab blocks when he was in youth league. Go RAMS!

By Yo

November 18, 2008 4:00 PM | Link to this

Last I checked the teams joe the plumber roots for can’t seem to win the big one.

By HeadEast

November 18, 2008 4:02 PM | Link to this

If Lowndes was 14 points better at home, Camden will be too. Camden 28 - THE Northside HS 14

By Yo

November 18, 2008 4:03 PM | Link to this

Lissa I hope you didn’t lose your job in Warner when they tore down those cafes. :-)

By Go Gwinnett

November 18, 2008 4:04 PM | Link to this

Harrison is overrated

By THS

November 18, 2008 4:05 PM | Link to this

my thomson bulldogs all the way in AAAA.

haha i graduated a couple of years of ago from thomson and i was wondering if anyone can tell me if “boobe” williams is playing? possibly number 3 or 4? he would be a junior this year?

By Jeff

November 18, 2008 4:10 PM | Link to this

Hey Yo, Lissa didn’t lose her job. She’s not ugly enough to have worked the cafe.

By cathy

November 18, 2008 4:10 PM | Link to this

wilcox is going to the dome

By Mike

November 18, 2008 4:14 PM | Link to this

What chance does Henry County have against Fitzgerald this week?

By Camden

November 18, 2008 4:17 PM | Link to this

Grayson08.. dont get started on this blog agian. do us all a favor and dont post anything else? :)

but that comment about major is pretty funny.

My take: If coach Herron opens up the playbook and Camden doesnt turn the ball over. Camden wins. Herron runs the same play everytime and Camden turns the ball over camden loses.

By RealisticEP_Fan

November 18, 2008 4:19 PM | Link to this

for nomo Good post and there are other EP fans that feel the same way about Homet as you do :)

Listening to some of the other people here given how ‘small we are’ I’m not sure why we need to even show up. Perhaps we could just mail an appropriate headline into the ajc for posting. maybe “Smallish EP Final Sees the Light….passes on facing Grayson” LOL

In all seriousness though, it should be fun. The crab blocking is getting more press then it probably should but to have moved up with the big boys and post a 9-2 record in our first year something must be working. Most given up is 28 to Harrison, fewest scored is 10 against Rome(Ironically they are 4A).

The disperaity in line size is something that EP has dealt with all year. I’m guessing that Grayson isn’t as big as say Kennesaw Mtn (Huge team), or even Marrietta(Biggest team), but the blocking scheme kept the QB protected and somehow put up points. Like I said, moving the ball on out ground is how Grayson ‘can’ win, BUT,,,,,,can you do it for 10-12 play drives all night, without penalties, mental lapses in blocking, or fumbles. Do you have the patience,,,,time will tell.

Looking forward to a fun game.

We do travel pretty well, and hopefully we’ll bring about 1000-1200 over plus the band.

By HeadEast

November 18, 2008 4:21 PM | Link to this

Jeff and nomo - We’re a little encouraged by the McEachern score, although that was the first game of the year at a neutral site. Was it competitive, or did they score late to make it look closer than it was? I don’t know what you’ve seen from Brookwood and Parkview, but it’s fun to see a high school team run a pro set. I admit Milton was very effective running the same four plays over and over (why quit what works?), but it wasn’t that exciting. Sounds like another week of getting pushed off the line and throwing about 60% of the time. Hope everyone stays healthy for the Lowndes game.

By slalom1

November 18, 2008 4:30 PM | Link to this

REEZE, Have not been posting much lately because of all the “wannabes” who simply bore me to death. But now, most of them are gone and it is crunch time. THE game of the week is NSWR vs. Camden. I like Northsides’ chances. Close game with the Northside defense winning the game. Good luck REEZE and to all the Northside nation.

By WACO-FAN

November 18, 2008 4:33 PM | Link to this

THS u must been gone for a min yall in AAA now!!!!!!!!

By Jeff

November 18, 2008 4:35 PM | Link to this

East posters: The Lowndes posters are almost all a class act, a little cocky, but who wouldn’t be? I just hope whoever survives our game this weekend gets to play and beat Lowndes. Those Vikes have to be beaten sometime, so it might as well be one of us in round 3. And as we all know, in GA football, by round 3, the pretenders have been weeded out, and any team can win any game.

By slalom1

November 18, 2008 4:35 PM | Link to this

lee champion. Good post. You are right. Shaw, along with Troup has played the toughest schedule in AAA so far this year. The Raiders have a very good team. Kyle Griswould is as good as any RB I have seen in 2008. He is the trump card. The Raiders should probably be 8-3 right now instead of 5-6.

By nomo

November 18, 2008 4:36 PM | Link to this

I’m not sure there’s that much disparity in line size between Grayson and EP. I’ve seen four EP game’s on film now, and honestly, they look similar in size an quickness, and discipline. EP isn’t the first we’ve seen to do the crab blocking routine, but they do it better than others. “Can” we mount the 10-12 play drives….I’d say we can, as that’s been our success all year. “Will” we? I guess that’s why we’re playing the game.

You guys should be proud of going 9-2 in your first year in the largest classification. Winning 9 is an accomplishment at any level. I guess both programs are soing something right thus far. Our visitor’s side was our original home side, so hopefully you’ll have enough leg room to enjoy good football.

By SportsFan31313

November 18, 2008 4:37 PM | Link to this

Greetings SGA,

I agree with you. I always knew that Region 3-AAAAA Camden County, and Bradwell Institute were better than Region 4-AAAAA Teams all along. I have been saying things of this nature all season long but no one believed me.

Honestly, I truly believe that most of the Metro Atlanta Schools are over - rated. No saying all of them are but the majority of them are. They get all of publicity because of the area in which they are.

They are covered more by the AJC. Most good teams in South Georgia do not get as much publicity as compared to the Schools in Metro Atlanta. But down there in South Georgia, there are some pretty good teams down there that are nor mention until the playoff begins.

Now let speak for a moment about Region 1-AAAAA. This the toughest Region by far in the entire State. Watching them is like watching a College Football game. As I predicted, Region 1-AAAAA wne 4-0 in the first round of the playoffs. I also Predicted that Region 3-AAAAA would go 2-2 in the payoffs.

Round 2 this week will show a difference as the games will definitely be a lot tougher as the rounds progress. I predict Region 1-AAAAA will go 2-2. I predict that the two Teams that will will be knocked out of the playoffs will be Northside Warner Robins, and Tift County.

The two teams are good but I don’t think that Northside Warner can beat such a Perinnial Power as Camden County. Neither do I think that Tift County will defeat Newnan. Camden County has routed its opponents this entire year.

We can definitely say that they not only defeated a per-say weak Region 3-AAAAA, but to qualify them as a Power, they Routed Great teams out of State as well. This team is no joke. I have seen them destroy it’s opponents. They have speed, depth, their are very physical, they know how to execute very well on both sides of the ball.

If Northside Warner Robins doesn’t match speed for speed, talent for talent, depth for depth, I don’t see them even keeping up with this ferocious, and mammonth of a team Camden County. As for Tift County. I can see them giving Newnan a good game, I just don’t see them pulling off the upset.

As for Bradwell Institute, I agree with you. Although Bradwell Institute has a great defense, the problem there is depth of the squad. Bradwell Institute has a stingy Defense, and they hit very hard. The problem I see with Bradwell Institute is the Offensive side of the ball.

They are very sluggish, and they have a problem executing. They have a problem moving the ball. Although they have two great quarterbacks, the 1st string quarterback got hurt last week and the backup pulled it off moving the ball.

Although they do have speed, in order to give Lowndes County a good game, they will have to play very physical on the defense as they have been. They defense has to stay healthy, and intact. They definitely can not give up any yards.

Play just the way they played last week against a good East Coweta team. The offense has to execute their plays better. Coach Walsh is going to have to throw something at this very good Lowndes County team that they never seen before in order to keep it close.

But SGA as you know, this is Georgia Football. Where football is not everything, but the only thing when it comes to sports, and on any given Friday or Saturday night, the best can be beaten. We will have to wait, and see.

By RealisticEP_Fan

November 18, 2008 4:39 PM | Link to this

For HeadEast

I think we are on the same page. We’ll probably get pushed around a fair amount, but it is interesting that the boys keep on fighting and the coaches keep on working until they find something that works. I’m not over confident but I really do think that if we can get a couple of stops with our opportune D, that we’ll be in it till the end, kinda like Milton.

Our passing game looked pretty good, and with #32 back there, I think we are pretty tough to predict. (Any word on the injury to #20?). They won’t be able to line up 8 or 9 in the box, or at least I wouldn’t think so.

Anyway,,,I’m headed over early and thinking about tailgating. You up for meeting aroud 5 over there?,,Todd/Denise, are you up for that?

Jeff/GraysonFan2/nomo: Any parking tips or info on places to set up and tailgate would be appreciated.

By Vikings Rule

November 18, 2008 4:41 PM | Link to this

YO And Others Please explain to me if Grayson and Lowndes meets in the next round why would Lowndes have to travel? Last time I checked, isn’t Lowndes the #1 team in the state. So, I guess that doesn’t count for much. I understand that they both would be undefeated but being ranked 1st has to stand for something. Please someone explain this to me

By Brookwood Mom

November 18, 2008 4:42 PM | Link to this

Howdy all my friends out there in Bloggerville. Mom is getting really excited about the game Friday night. Now, you all will know who Brookwood Mom is because I will be the only one Wearing BROOKWOOD FOOTBALL attire! I decided to be nice and sit on BOTH sides. I haven’t decided which side I will sit on first. I will be somewhere on the 50 so why don’t you all come and say hey to me! EVERYBODY knows how bad Mom wants Grayson and Lowndes to play. I want still don’t think Grayson is all that and a bag of chips, BUT I did state earlier that if Grayson beats Lowndes then they have earned my respect. I just have one more message for Coach Conn and those GRAYSON boys, If you guys win, please be nice enough to the EP players and don’t make them have to wait 20 minutes to get back in the locker room to get their equipment. It will be cold enough outside and they have a long road trip back so show some good SPORTSMANSHIP if you can find any!

GraysonFan2: I’m still wanting that Grayson/LOWNDES match. I would love to meet you, are you going to be at the game? GOOO RAMS!!!

Are there any LOWNDES fans out there that has a LOWNDES football hoodie for me??

By douglasdawg

November 18, 2008 4:42 PM | Link to this

Coffee Trojans wins by 3 tds this week .The next week i’ll make a prediction again but right now I want 1-0 this week…..R15A might all go 4-0 again this week!

By slalom1

November 18, 2008 4:43 PM | Link to this

YO, I concur. Newnan has not been severely tested in 2008. Should the Cougars enjoy a lopsided win, then they are for real. In a close win, they are still for real. This Cougar team is as talented as I have ever seen. The problem is that the starters have rarely even played 4 quarters. This could be a BIG factor. Are you sweating bullets over the Bradwell game? LOL!

By Lissa

November 18, 2008 4:44 PM | Link to this

Yo - Nah, the cafe wouldn’t hire me anyway. I had too many teeth!

By Todd Holcomb

November 18, 2008 4:44 PM | Link to this

What chance does Henry County have against Fitzgerald this week?

Henry would need to make several big plays, like kick returns, long passes, to win, and they have the personnel to do it. But I don’t see it happening. I think Fitz wins easily.

By RealisticEP_Fan

November 18, 2008 4:46 PM | Link to this

Only Tuesday, Dang!

By slalom1

November 18, 2008 4:51 PM | Link to this

I must admit that at one time in my sultry life I WAS a patron at one or more of the so called “cafes”. Used to make it a regular stop on my trips down to Valdosta. Not very pretty, but you should have seen my wife at the time.

By drock08

November 18, 2008 4:55 PM | Link to this

To Slalom I expect to see you at Drake Stadium this friday it should be a blow out. Tift plays in the best region in the country and Newnan plays nobody all year. Tift will wins this one easily in a blowout. Also I believe Chapel Hill will give Coffee a great game. 28pt win I’m not sure about that. I hope the Grangers and Callaway wins friday.

By Doc

November 18, 2008 4:56 PM | Link to this

Lasssiter coming from 14 down to beat one more ranked team. Hutson Mason finding that wide open receiver in the endzone to put Lassiter up 17- 14 then watching him lead the Trojans to the final TD in OT as Dillon Dupree sees the goal and refuses to be stopped. Victory is sweet. Unexpected victory is even sweeter.

By nomo

November 18, 2008 4:58 PM | Link to this

All parking is in front of the school, with a nice leisurely walk around back to the stadium to help the meal settle. Our previous AD kinda put the nix on grills for tailgating, but you could probably get it done nowadays. That early, you should have no problem parking.

McEachern scored one TD on a KO return where the outside contain man blew right past the runner (he still hasn’t seen him). Contain man doesn’t play on KO any longer. They had one decent drive, and another short drive, but many defensive changes have occurred since that game. I don’t think you’ll ever see us having 8-9 in the box. Stranger things have happened, though.

We didn’t throw a single pass that night, but have since opened up the air attack averaging 2 passes per game since then!

By slalom1

November 18, 2008 4:58 PM | Link to this

LISSA, You and I got off on the wrong foot. I can tell that you are passionate about GHS football. Plus, I am a fan of NSWR. And, since you put me in my proper place, I DID go out and “fix something” just for you. On a football note, what do you think your chances are against Camden?

By SportsFan31313

November 18, 2008 5:04 PM | Link to this

Todd Holcomb Says: I didn’t say Bradwell couldn’t beat anybody from another region. I said Bradwell wouldn’t make the playoffs in another region and would finish last in 1-AAAAA.

After the events of last week, I’d say Bradwell would’ve made the playoffs in 4-AAAAA. But still not in regions 1, 5, 6, 7 and 8. And maybe not in 4.

I’m happy for Bradwell and will taste a little humble pie, but I still think that Bradwell is an average AAAAA team, no not as good as some teams that didn’t make the playoffs, like McEachern and Valdosta.

Greetings Todd,

Thank you for your acknowledgments. I will take accept what you gave. I just wanted to prove you wrong this year. He He He He…..

One thing for sure. There has never been as much publicity for Bradwell Institute than it has been this year. One thing for sure, people know who they are now.

As far as those other Region you mentioned, I will give credence to a Good Newnan team. But everyone else in Metro Atlanta, I don’t think they will have even a small chance of beating these South Georgia Schools in the playoffs. In addition, to Region 1-AAAAA. I believe if Bradwell Institute played in Region 1-AAAAA, at the way things look now, I don’t think they would finish last.

Now after observing the Regions you listed, I went back to take a look at those Regions you have listed. After reviewing those Regions I say that Bradwell Institute would have made the playoffs in 2,3,4, 5, 6, 7, and 8.

Bradwell Institute would have been number or two in any one of those regions you have listed. The ONLY one that I would agree with you is Region1-AAAAA. As I stated before, the Metro Atlanta Schools are over rated.

Bradwell Institute is better than your favorite team McEachern, who didn’t make the playoffs, and probably would have beaten Valdosta this year. But that is a moot case as neither of them made the playoffs.

Hope the humble pie is good……..

By AVikingFan

November 18, 2008 5:07 PM | Link to this

TO Vikings Rule If Lowndes and Grayson meet in week 3, we will flip a coin to see who is the host school. The same is true for the semis if two region champs meet, or any two teams with the same region finish. Rankings do not count. The order of finish, i.e. 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th in your region vs how the opponent finished is what determines the host, not rankings. If two teams who finished their region play were to meet and both had the same final standings such as a 2nd place team playing another 2nd place team, or a 1st place team playing another 1st place team, they would flip a coin to see you is the host.

I hope I haven’t confused you! I did me! Ha ha.

By Jeff

November 18, 2008 5:07 PM | Link to this

RealisticEP_Fan, SR20 gets a little crowded between Lawrenceville and Loganville on Friday afternoons. Parking, however, will not be a problem. A lot of people like to park on Hope Hollow Rd so they have a quick out after the game. When you turn into the school of Hope Hollow, the first lot on the right is for the boosters. The next lot, which is huge, rarely fills up. Past that is the baseball field. After that is a cow pasture. Once you park, the stadium is behind the school, so you will have a fairly long hike around the right side of the school. I don’t think the local security guard will mind grilling in the lot, but I’ve never tried. Good luck and I hope your boys play their best!

By slalom1

November 18, 2008 5:08 PM | Link to this

SGT CHRIS, Don’t know if you have seen the Grangers play since the loss of Gunsby and Jackson, but the loss is huge. However, the Grangers with Tolbert under center have improved from week to week. The defense is FINALLY healthy and the kicking game is sharp and lethal. On offense this team is still struggling but getting better week to week. WR David Earl(6’3 190) has found his groove. He IS the “go to guy” on offense. The Grangers need to find a way to utilize TE Ivan Dowell(6’3 205) more. Don’t know how to predict the outcome of games ahead. But, if the Grangers continue to improve, they may still have a say in who wins AAA.

By nomo

November 18, 2008 5:08 PM | Link to this

Brookwood Mom, for someone that continues to preach about sportsmanship, don’t you think it’s time to move on about the after-effects of our game? Obviously someone dropped the ball on the locker room ordeal, but it wasn’t coach Conn or the boys - it was an administrator. That administrator was trying to keep folks off the field so the teams could shake hands. When that failed, I’m sure it was just absentmindedness - nothing more - especially poor sportsmanship. There was no intention of not shaking hands, keeping players from the locker room, or any other conspiracy you try to conjure up. It was simply a big win for us, and unfortunately, things happen sometimes. Please accept our apology (for the occurances) and move on. If you don’t want to support your fellow Gwinnett schools, so be it. But we have and will continue to support yours when you represent our region.

By SportsFan31313

November 18, 2008 5:11 PM | Link to this

By LowndesFan Todd, don’t forget about the Demons from Warner Robins. I’d bet my paycheck they would beat BI also.

Greetings LowndesFan,

Well if I were you Sir, you shouldn’t bet your paycheck that Bradwell Institute will lose against a has been Warner Robins Demons team, it could mean that you will be celebrating your Thanksgiving at the City Union Mission. You will definitely lose your rent money.

By Poster

November 18, 2008 5:15 PM | Link to this

To Vikings Rule:

Someone has probably already posted this, but the home sites are based on the GHSA handbook. Tjhe higher-seeded team will host. If both are seeded the same (like Lowndes and Grayson would be if they both win this week), here’s the procedure (or you can click on www.ghsa.net/football ):

In the Quarterfinal (3rd) Round, if both teams have the same seeding, a coin toss will determine the host site.

For Semifinal Round games: The higher seeded team will be the host team. If they do not have a stadium that meets GHSA minimum standards, they may secure a suitable site. If both teams have the same seeding, the following procedure will be used:

If both sites meet or exceed GHSA standards, a coin toss will determine the host site. If only one site meets or exceeds GHSA standards, that school will host. If neither site meets or exceeds GHSA standards, the Executive Director will designate a neutral site.

By Chris Whitfield

November 18, 2008 5:17 PM | Link to this

I understand that they both would be undefeated but being ranked 1st has to stand for something. Please someone explain this to me

All season long most posters have said that rankings don’t mean anything! Why should they decide who hosts a playoff game? The coin flip is imminently fairer than the old days when there was an H printed on the bracket determining who would host. At least now it is 50-50.

By SportsFan31313

November 18, 2008 5:18 PM | Link to this

By Yo Slalom let me put it this way at the expense of sounding like I am disrespecting BI. Bradwell offensive yards “first half” - 45. Lowndes - 225. Score at half time Lowndes 28 - BI 0. After the first half who knows what the final score will be because by third quarter Lowndes will be making whole sale substitutions. If you press me hard I would say 42-0. Maybe BI scores in the 4th quarter after substitutions.

Greetings Yo,

Don’t quit your day job. You attempts on trying to become a sportscaster or an analyst here in this blog is not working out. You have been wrong in it’s entirety since you have been on this blog when commenting about Bradwell Institute. Stick with being the sanitation engineer. You seem to do that better than anything else.

By NSWR ouryear09

November 18, 2008 5:21 PM | Link to this

haha oh i love this time of the year. but i was just looking at camden and northsides games against quality oponents, and some stats from those games. last year camden didnt even score against lowndes, at least northside could score and move the ball. camden had 98 total yards/ four first downs. physically man handled. northside had 121 yards in the first half against lowndes this year. and sure people are gonna say that that was last year but camden has most starters returning, and northside lost many of their starters. including tijuan green and marques ivory. tift 30-14 northside wins. tift 21-14 camden barely wins. those are the only quality opponents i could find for camden that northside has played. region 1AAAAA gives northside better competition week in and week out than camden gets the whole year. shot colquitt county would even drag camden.

By slalom1

November 18, 2008 5:22 PM | Link to this

DROCK08, I cannot believe what you just posted: “Tift wins in a blow-out”? I disagree. I believe that this will be Newnan’s finest hour. A statement game to the rest of the state including all of Region 1AAAAA. The wet field against E. Coweta played a huge factor in neutralizing Newnan’s huge speed advantage. Granted, you have most likely seen this before. GREAT Newnan teams who lost early in the play-offs. But, I remain faithful to the Cougars in 2008. This is THE year when the Cougars show the rest of the state what they have on the field as well as what they have in a great coaching staff led by Coach Herring. I cannot believe that you are throwing in the towel before the game even starts.

By NSWR ouryear09

November 18, 2008 5:25 PM | Link to this

I shouldn’t have to tell yall but Camden players. HA a joke.

Seriously? Sure handed? Haha that’s why he dropped two passes that would have been TD’s against bradwell. This kid is going to be an embarrassment to the SC program

Baker might be the softest running back I ever seen besides number #8 (I don’t even know his name and don’t plan on finding out) all he does is run away from people and as soon as he sees our fast defense he will crumple up and be shut down just like Lowndes did to him in the semis. The fullback number 15 cant hold on to the ball so when all the speed plays don’t work hell get the ball and cough it up to us, touch down north side. #32 suck too. HA HA

The QB milstead needs to move back to safety, or not play at all he cant make a throw he’ll probably throw 3 interceptions against us. Wait I take that back all he will do is hand it off because Jeff Herron is to scared to throw it even when they get down big in the first quarter.

I already dogged one receiver but the other one number 11 green. he plays DB too. Hes slow as dirt and will get Mossed im guaranteeing it. Along with number 25, 26 and any other DB who has the balls to get in against NHS.

From what Ive seen and heard the LB’s are strait but after all the injuries to their top players and the fact that # 22 Robert Williams will prolly be drunk, or get suspended again by this Friday I don’t think there is much to worry about… no forget that them boys suck too. Along with the defensive line who will get pushed back all day, even farther than camdens undersized slow o line.

Even special teams sucks for them boys from kingsland. Their kicker? HA a joke. Their kick returnerS? HA this biggest joke of all. Punt coverage/return? HA a joke. Kick coverage? HA a joke.

Did I leave anyone out? don’t matter yall are nobodies anyways.

By NUMB(ers)NUTS

November 18, 2008 5:26 PM | Link to this

Just curious … There will be 155 total playoff games over five rounds. Let’s say avg. fans/game is 5,000, and avg. ticket price per game is $10. GHSA gets 12% of the gate for all games. So 5,000 x $10 x 155 games x 12% = $930,000.

I know GHSA has to pay a lot of expenses for these games, plus pay their staff and overhead. Just curious … does GHSA make a “profit”? If so, what does it do with it? I assume GHSA is a non-profit corporation, but owned by whom or what? I don’t think it’s a public entity, or government-owned/controlled.

So on what legal basis does it exist? And from whom or what does it receive its authority? And what is its legal relationship with the individual member schools, their boards of education, and/or the State of GA Dept. of Education and/or state government? Who are the directors, and how are they chosen?

GHSA also receives sponsorship revenue from major brand-name companies. Are GHSA’s books open to the public for inspection? If not, then to whom is it accountable?

GHSA seems to do a good and professional job, and I have no reason to believe there is anything wrong with it. But when it comes to a lot of money like that, especially where there is at least a quasi-official relationship with government, I do get curious ….

Is anyone else curious? Maybe this would make a good lengthy feature story for the AJC. Or maybe the GHSA would just offer up this information for public consumption.

By slalom1

November 18, 2008 5:33 PM | Link to this

YO, I guess that Sports Fan 31313 at least got the only 2 “hall of famers” in the same word. I think that LISSA is still mad at me, even though I went out and “fixed something” just for her. Mighty nervous about Bradwell. he, he , he.

By mistermak

November 18, 2008 5:33 PM | Link to this

I just love reading all tha experts! Friday is getting closer! NSWR are you ready?

By Hoya Fan

November 18, 2008 5:38 PM | Link to this

Go Gwinett

Who ask you to rate us? It’s going to be pretty embrassing to be whup twice in your own stadium.

I will say no more, see you Friday!

Let’s go Raiders and Hoyas, Region 5 coming to a field near you!!!!

By Northside 2008

November 18, 2008 5:42 PM | Link to this

Here are key of winning in kingsland,Ga 1.Stand up tall in kingsland,GA dont take Camden County Wildcats crap then Bust in the mouth 2.remeber the south georgia refee most badest reffer in the State of Georgia

Can belive we play Camden County and Lowdnes in the same year. I hope we dont have Retardt stadium like lowdnes County home fans on the Vistor side. See yall in kinglands,ga on Friday Night go get them Wildcats

By SportsFan31313

November 18, 2008 5:45 PM | Link to this

Greetings Mistermak,

Believe it or not, I am enjoying these bloggers.

Greetings to you too Slalom1. He He He He……

By TrojanSportsFan

November 18, 2008 5:46 PM | Link to this

heard CHAPEL HILL only have 2 outstanding players #1 and #2 wat r they like????

By HeadEast

November 18, 2008 5:49 PM | Link to this

RealisticEP - Haven’t heard anything about #20, but we’ll need the lightning to go with the thunder. If #17 plays like he did last week instead of like he did at Harrison we’ll definitely make a game of it, 13 for 17 is good in any league. I’m up for early arrival, could be 5:00 or so depending on what I-85 looks like Friday.

By Wolverine Fan

November 18, 2008 5:57 PM | Link to this

Hey NUMbers Nuts………You need to get a boy/girlfriend you got to much time on your hands to worry about such trivial BS.

Woodstock Rules..Let the fury be unleashed.

By slalom1

November 18, 2008 6:01 PM | Link to this

HS Football fan, Did you actually believe that by dropping down in classification that ST. PIUS X would turn into a championship team? It NEVER happens.In fact many times dropping down from AAAA to AAA actually turns out to be much worse for the team that drops down. i.e. Shaw. In 2008 I believe that the better competition is in AAA. NOT AAAA. Granted Baldwin may have something to say about that. But if Baldwin is all that good in AAA, they would most likely be even better in AAAA this year. That is the way the ball bounces. Good luck to St. Pius X in 2009.

By slalom1

November 18, 2008 6:06 PM | Link to this

YO, Maybe we could get together and form a “sanitation” consulting firm. What do you think? Crappy business though.

By slalom1

November 18, 2008 6:09 PM | Link to this

NTH Trojans, How do you like your chances against Dunwoody?

By RealisticEP_Fan

November 18, 2008 6:24 PM | Link to this

HeadEast I almost put my phone number in here for you to call…..that would have been fun fielding those calls…..Anyway, tell you what I’ll be here Friday AM to let you know what the plan is, but right now I plan to leave around 3 or 3:30, get there and do some burgers, brats and dogs.

GraysonFan2/Jeff/Nomo,,,you’re welcome to stop by.

By GooooPRHS LIONS!

November 18, 2008 6:25 PM | Link to this

Hya fans keep on talking all that crap. people that we play do it every week and we are the ones that leave the field with the victory. This game is gonna have a different outcome than wnat all yall hoya fans think. yall are in for a suprise. i guess you dont understand that beating us when we played yall was like a scrimmage. that was the first game. our players have matured since then. we play as a team and we get the job done. our defense has had 4 shutuouts. we beat north gwinnett,collins hill who was undefeated, and norcross. which were GREAT teams.we won the region 7 AAAAA championship. we are on a 9 game winning streak. People have referred to us as the best defense in Gwinnett county. I heard that your running back does alot of the teams work. Well its gonna be hard for him going against a lions defense that averages about 11 points a game. We have stopped every good running bck we have played to very little yards. If your QB likes to throw he better think quick. We have sacked the quarter backs a lot. And have had many interceptions and pass break ups. So yall can keep saying yall are gonna beat us by 20 points or whatever. But I guess we will just see. ITS GONNA BE A Loud Game. We are extra pumped for this game!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By Newnan Dad 08

November 18, 2008 6:31 PM | Link to this

slalom1…I think Drock08 and Swagg08 are one in the same and he is poor mouthing Newnan for some reason. Maybe to try and pump up the Cougars who read this. I don’t believe they need to be told what is at stake. That just my guess.

By CougarFan

November 18, 2008 6:41 PM | Link to this

Newnan Dad 08 & Slalom1: obviously, Drock08 is being sarcastic and stating what all the disbelievers of Newnan is thinking. We all know that Drock08 is a Cougar and would never be serious about Newnan losing, especially not in a blow out.

By GooooPRHS LIONS!

November 18, 2008 6:56 PM | Link to this

HOYA FANS: keep on talking all that crap. people that we play do it every week and we are the ones that leave the field with the victory. This game is gonna have a different outcome than wnat all yall hoya fans think. yall are in for a suprise. i guess you dont understand that beating us when we played yall was like a scrimmage. that was the first game. our players have matured since then. we play as a team and we get the job done. our defense has had 4 shutuouts. we beat north gwinnett,collins hill who was undefeated, and norcross. which were GREAT teams.we won the region 7 AAAAA championship. we are on a 9 game winning streak. People have referred to us as the best defense in Gwinnett county. I heard that your running back does alot of the teams work. Well its gonna be hard for him going against a lions defense that averages about 11 points a game. We have stopped every good running bck we have played to very little yards. If your QB likes to throw he better think quick. We have sacked the quarter backs a lot. And have had many interceptions and pass break ups. So yall can keep saying yall are gonna beat us by 20 points or whatever. But I guess we will just see. ITS GONNA BE A Loud Game. We are extra pumped for this game!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By mp25

November 18, 2008 6:59 PM | Link to this

Cathy do you really want Wilcox to play ECI again. Because if you make it to the dome that’s who they will be playing.

By CHHS Panthers Fan

November 18, 2008 7:07 PM | Link to this

Much love to all who mentioned Chapel Hill in the blog,it took weeks for you guys to recognize our kids. Coffee County is one of the big dogs in AAAAA South Georgia. We need this for our program. Our guys have been last in Douglas County since 1999. We have nothing to lose and a State title to gain. Don’t overlook us, remember you guys had no respect for us until today. Thanks for the hate.

By wildmanhoya

November 18, 2008 7:20 PM | Link to this

* GooooPRHS LIONS!*

A couple of days ago I decided I was done posting on this blog. I have chnaged my mind for one reason and one reason only and that is I am sick and tired of the PRHS fans using the excuse of “it was our first game” for losing to Harrison in week 1. You may well whip our butts this Friday but as far as the first game comment goes, guess what, it was Harrison’s first game too so lets get off that issue. Talk all you want about how good your defense is, which is the best we faced all year by the way, but the first game issue is a dog that just don’t hunt. Much as the Lion’s have matured so have the Hoyas so it should be a good game at a great facility.

By Brookwood Mom

November 18, 2008 7:23 PM | Link to this

Nomo: aawwh arn’t you sweet! You don’t have to apologize to me. Trust me I am not trying to conjure up anything. I want Grayson to win Friday. There will be nothing that pleases me more than if they win Friday. Come on now, give me some credit. I am going to the game, I will be rooting for the RAMS. Shoot, I will even wear a RAMS Hoodie if someone wants to give me one!! I’m just saying I want to see Grayson play Lowndes. Besides Grayson is our only hope in Region 8 that would help us with some bragging rights!!

It will be very interesting when my BRONCOS play next season to see how many anti-Brookwood people will be on here. Our season is over I am OK with that. I expect to have a much better season next year and maybe you guys will be rooting for us to play Lowndes. Now, lets all just get along and play some football!! May the best team win Friday night!!

The family will be in Missouri next week for Thanksgiving but you bet your booties I will on here reading all the blogs.

By HSBallfan

November 18, 2008 7:32 PM | Link to this

It’s time for the pretenders to put up or shut up. Grats! You squeaked by another mediocre opponent in round one; it doesn’t make you a contender. Let the fireworks begin. Here’s how Massey forecasts round two. Aim the rocks in his direction.

AAAAA: Lowdes 38 Bradwell 9; Grayson 23 E Paulding 20; Coffee 29 Chapel Hill 9; Harrison 19 P Ridge 17; Woodstock 15 Norcross 10; Camden 28 Northside 20; N Gwinnett 28 Lassiter 25; Newnan 26 Tift 16

AAAA: Westside 34 Jonesboro 3; Tucker 23 Hillgrove 16; Brunswick 33 Griffin 26; SW Dekalb 16 Cedar Shoals 10; Marist 21 Sequoyah 20; Ware 20 Mt Zion 9; Rome 17 Sandy Creek 14; Statesboro 17 N Clayton 14

AAA: Cairo 29 Burke 14; Carrollton 22 Eastside 14; Carver 29 Woodward 10; Gainesville 39 Cartersville 13; Flowery Branch 28 Ridgeland 13; Baldwin 18 Shaw 7; Dunwoody 33 N Hall 20; Lagrange 23 Thomson 12

AA: Brooks 26 Jeff Co 12; Lovett 32 Jefferson 25; Tooms 24 Cook 23; Westminster 25 Calhoun 19; Buford 33 N Oconee 3; Thomasville 16 Dublin 13; Pepperell 29 Callaway 18; Fitzgerald 33 Henry Co 21

I didn’t do the A class; they’re on Massey if anyone is interested. Last week Massey was 50-13 with one game that was rated even. Chris Whitfield was 42-22.

By slalom1

November 18, 2008 7:38 PM | Link to this

Newnan Cougar Fans, This is YOUR moment. Your time to win the BIG one. It all begins with Tift. Tift Co is NOT Chapel Hill. NOT E. Coweta. Tift will come to Drake Stadium with spit in their eyes. It is time to “Game up”. If there are any Cougar players reading this blog, remember how other great Cougar teams have blown it in the early rounds of the play-offs. You guys are good. The best I have ever seen from Newnan, and I go way back with the Cougars. In 1992 another Region 1AAAA team, Colquitt Co came to Drake Stadium and upset possibly the best Newnan team I have seen prior to 2008 by the score of 28-15. Unbelievable. This is it. This is YOUR time. The war starts now.

By lions

November 18, 2008 7:43 PM | Link to this

How long has Harrison been open????

By slalom1

November 18, 2008 7:43 PM | Link to this

AAA Fans, There may be a BIG breaking story regarding one of the state’s TOP AAA teams in the next 2 or 3 days. Cannot say any more right now.

By drock08

November 18, 2008 7:51 PM | Link to this

To Slalom 1. Tift plays in the SEC of high school football. The best region in the nation and have athletes all over the field. I watch their game against MLK yesterday and I was very impressed with the Blue Devils football team. The NHS Cougars are small slow and played in the Jv league of the state of GA. Tift Co will bring thousands of fans to Drake Stadium this friday on there fan bus leaving at 3:00 from Tifton. I just hope Newnan supporters will fork out $8.00 to watch one of the best teams in GA the Tift County Blue Devils the same team that played MIGHTY Lowndes even this year until late in the game. Slalom 1 I hope to see you there.

By Chris Whitfield

November 18, 2008 8:11 PM | Link to this

*i guess you dont understand that beating us when we played yall was like a scrimmage. that was the first game. our players have matured since then. we play as a team and we get the job done. *

No matter how many times I see people throw this argument up at people, I am just amazed at the logic of it. So, your team has improved since the first game? Shouldn’t every team improve since then? Don’t ya think Harrison has improved since then? Doesn’t Harrison play as a team and get the job done? I’m not saying that P’tree Ridge won’t win (not yet, at least), but your argument here is pretty shoddy.

Last week Massey was 50-13 with one game that was rated even. Chris Whitfield was 42-22.

Yeah, but you can’t send hate mail to a computer! Besides, I at least try to give witty banter with my picks. And I take no responsibility at all for the Whitewater over Tucker pick!

By Band Mom Gone Wild

November 18, 2008 8:20 PM | Link to this

Tell me… does anyone else get those crazy little butterflies in their stomach starting about Wednesday or is it just lil ol’me?

           **;^)**

By slalom1

November 18, 2008 8:27 PM | Link to this

DROCK08, I get it. But, you are killing me. LOL! So, maybe just to keep things fair, Tift should bring their JV instead of their varsity. That might level out the playing field. The Cougars should enjoy their “Last Supper” at Ryans’s. Then stagger into Drake Stadium and take their butt kicking like brave young men should do. By the way DROCK, Tift WILL bring bus loads of fans. You are killing me DROCK 08. But again, I get it. Hope the Cougars get the message as well.

By viking lover

November 18, 2008 8:28 PM | Link to this

Northside 2008, after spending an hour trying to decipher your code/bad spelling, I was beginning to wonder who the retards are. I know I’m biased,but Martin Stadium,a.k.a. as the Concrete Palace is a beautiful football field and fortunately the Vikings have such a large fan base that they can’t all sit on one side. Maybe it wasn’t the fans that bothered you as much as the final score. did

By Vikings Rule

November 18, 2008 8:34 PM | Link to this

Hey guys thanks for the clarification on how the GHSA determines where the games will be played between two number 1 seeded teams. I know everyone is looking ahead to the possible Grayson/Lowndes matchup but let’s not forget that both teams still have a game to play Friday night. I never underestimate an opponent but I just don’t think Bradwell Institute has what it takes to come into the Concrete Palace and beat Lowndes. That atmosphere is so hostile to play in especially if a team is not accustomed to playing on the road in that type of setting. To beat Lowndes BI will have to bring everything it has and then some. I can’t imagine that they’ve faced a defense with this much speed before. For Bradwell to pull off an upset you guys would have to shut down the Lowndes defense and that’s just not easy to do

By HSBallfan

November 18, 2008 8:42 PM | Link to this

Chris: I was concerned about Whitewater. They were playing good ball the last half of the season, and it was a close game until Tucker got its act together and blew them off the field in the fourth quarter. So even though your pick looks like a clunker, it wasn’t a bad guess at the time. I tried to read through some of Massey’s formulae once; it gave me a severe headache. Witty it wasn’t. I’m not totally in synch with his round two picks. If Bradwell scores 9 points on Lowndes they should break into a victory dance. Not convinced Woodstock will beat Norcross. Hillgrove won’t put up 16 on Tucker unless Tucker already has 40 and the subs are on the field. I don’t think Marist/Sequoyah is a one point game. I like Rome over Sandy Creek…that 11-0 record is looking a bit bloated considering what happened last week to their whole region. SW Dekalb could be a real sleeper in their bracket.

By Friday Night Scores Right Here

November 18, 2008 9:01 PM | Link to this

AAAAA: Lowndes 31 Bradwell 7; Grayson 27 E Paulding 10; Coffee 21 Chapel Hill 20; P Ridge 17 Harrison 10; Norcross 21 Woodstock 10 ; Camden 35 Northside 10; N Gwinnett 35 Lassiter 7; Newnan 38 Tift 14

By HoyaDawg

November 18, 2008 9:23 PM | Link to this

The dawg has got to speak to this crap, But the real Dawgs will speak much louder on friday night.GOOOOOPRHS, says that they hold their opposistion to 11, guess what? 11 would have been enough to beat you last game, and will be enough to beat you again. I predict the score to be 21-10 Harrison. I don’t care who you have beat, I know who you have lost to. I don’t want to disrespect collins Hill, but obviously that does’nt impress me all that much. We are not North G., were you even at the first game, because you act as if you have never seen us. No one has yet mentioned that this star running back of ours sat out the entire 1st quater of our last meeting. We had many 1st time varsity players in the game also. The arguement of beating a team twice is old, for if you play one game at a time as we do, we only need to beat you once. PR has a great team, and you have had a great run, but all good things must end. One good thing will end friday night, Will it be our good thing or yours.We shall see.

By michael

November 18, 2008 9:23 PM | Link to this

True Tift fan here, good luck to all Region 1AAAAA teams. Tift is going to Newnan thursday and spend the night, so there will be no three hour bus ride for the players on game day. They will be practicing on a field Friday and lifting weights, as they do for all home games. Schools are getting out early Friday for the game, we will bring a crowd. I just hope the game is played fairly and t/o’s does not cause either team to lose. GO BIG BLUE.

By HoyaDawg

November 18, 2008 9:27 PM | Link to this

Friday night scores right here, Well, you can put your scores right here. I hpoe you are not betting, because you just bet against all region 5AAAAA schools, not gonna happen. go back and check your stuff man, and come back when you have a clue.

By MIKEMIKE

November 18, 2008 9:27 PM | Link to this

WACO IT DON’T MATTER WHAT KIND OFFENSE DOES CAIRO RUN IT THE POINT WHO GOING TO STOP THEM BURKE LOL IT GOT TO BE SOMEONE BETTER THEN A BEAR . GO CAIRO

By yo

November 18, 2008 9:32 PM | Link to this

slalom1 Regarding the sanitation consulting business, I’m thinking Todd and Chris beat us to the punch with all the BS I am reading on this blog. Here is to Lowndes, Westside Macon, Cairo, Brooks, and ECI cleaning up all of the crap this year though. :-)

By HoyaDawg

November 18, 2008 9:32 PM | Link to this

Friday Night scores right here, you can put your scores right here, cause you don’t have a clue. I hope you are not betting on those scores, because times are tuff, and I hate to see you lose by betting against all those 5AAAAA schools. Not gonna happen. Go back and re-think, and come back when you have a clue.

By Leavy

November 18, 2008 9:33 PM | Link to this

I think Camden Co. is a great team but the lack of competition this year will hurt them against NSWR. I could care less who wins this game. This will be a great game but NSWR will probably win by 4 to 7 points. Playing stiffer competition makes a different, a dig different.

The winner of this game should not have any probably making it to the dome.

Lowndes, Camden and NSWR are all at least 7 to 10 pt better than any other team in the state.

By Northside 2008

November 18, 2008 9:34 PM | Link to this

Let me see viking lover i chew some viking fan out down there because i was about so close get on the field and Knock off Greg Reid Head.down there because WE HATE YALL. EVERY Northside Fan i talk to want to see Greg Reid break is leg or something.if our offensive get straight we probaly met yall Dome.

By Northside 2008

November 18, 2008 9:34 PM | Link to this

Let me see viking lover i chew some viking fan out down there because i was about so close get on the field and Knock off Greg Reid Head.down there because WE HATE YALL. EVERY Northside Fan i talk to want to see Greg Reid break is leg or something.if our offensive get straight we probaly met yall Dome.

By Gamer

November 18, 2008 9:35 PM | Link to this

Slalom 1, Drock08 is pulling your and everyone else’s leg. All year he has bragged on Newnan being the best team in Ga. Now, he talks about how Tift will beat Newnan, how Tift will have more fans at the game, they will play their JV, etc. Drock is trying to set you up. This guy lives and dies by Newnan. What’s up Drock08?

By RJMDavis

November 18, 2008 9:39 PM | Link to this

I’m still smiling about the Coffee/Stephenson game. The huge number of fans that followed the Trojans up to Clarkston in that nasty weather were very proud to be Trojan fans! Now we are ready to go ‘pack the house’ at Chapel Hill! GOOD LUCK TROJANS!

By HoyaDawg

November 18, 2008 9:41 PM | Link to this

BY LIons, I think 17 years. Not 100% sure, and I don’t feel like looking it up. PRHS, has me too mad. LOL. I like it like this, good clean trash talking. Gwinette, says Harrison is over rated, last time I checked, the 8-2 team that we beat was rated 9, and the 8-2 team that beat them was not rated at all. So I shall ask you Mr. Gwinette, who is over rated. I shall also ask you WHO LET THOSE DANG DAWGS OUT, because it is only tueasday, and they are going crazy.

By go gwinnett

November 18, 2008 9:49 PM | Link to this

But region 7 AAAAA is just an all around harder egion. so wouldnt teams in region 7AAAAA already be prepared to face hard teams. i heard harrison didnt really play any challenging teams

By yo

November 18, 2008 9:55 PM | Link to this

Newnan’s most likely scenario of a track to a state championship. Round 2 -Tift Co. / Round 3 - North Gwinnett / Semi Finals the winner of Camden - Northside / State Championship Lowndes. Good luck Newnan. Run that gauntlet and you will deserve to be crowned state champion. At that point we put your weak region schedule aside and proclaim you one of the best in the state of Georgia ever.

By ridge in the house

November 18, 2008 9:56 PM | Link to this

WILD MAN HOYA if i am not mistaken it has already been stated in earlier post that you are a band dad or at least associated with the band. my son has been playing football for 10 years and i have coached for 5. i have probably forgotten more about football then you have ever known. you obviously dont understand the importance of getting the first game out of the way. the ridge has taken many steps since that game, and in my opinion your team will not be able to hang with us. i dont expect you to understand all there is to know about football but trust me with this one a lot can change within 11 games and this will not be the team you saw last time.

By Leavy

November 18, 2008 9:59 PM | Link to this

To the Grayson Fan that doesn’t think that Lowndes will get 300 yards rushing on them.

I agree. As good as Grayson defense is I don’t believe Lowndes can get 300 yards on the ground in the first half. It will probably that both halfs.

Lowndes ran for 234 yards on NSWR who has a much better defense than Grayson. 300 yards on Grayson… no problem.

By Gooo Prhs Lions

November 18, 2008 10:01 PM | Link to this

OKKK. WE WILL SEE FRIDAY AFTER THE GAME. COME BACK ON HERE AND WE WILL TALK ABOUT THE GAME AND WHAT WENT DOWN.LETS FORGET ABOUT THE FIRST GAME. ALL THATS GONNA MATTER IS WHAT HAPPENS AFTER FRIDAY NIGHT.AND WOW 21-10 HAHAHAHA. THATS REALLY FUNNY. YOU WERE PROBABLY HIGH WHEN YOU PREDICTED THAT.

By LowndesFan

November 18, 2008 10:21 PM | Link to this

HSBallfan, Jeff, and Leavy, NHS: Some posters yesterday were challenging folks to make picks. Well, here’s mine. I’ve been on Camden’s bandwagon all season. But, sorry, their season ends this week. They will be SHUT OUT by NSWR. That’s right, Camden won’t score a point. Northside scores 14 to 17.

Northside 2008, you are close to replacing EagleNationRising as the most outrageous NSWR supporter. Talking about breaking a students leg, or jumping over a concrete wall and attacking another team’s player is just about the worst sportsmanship posted on this blog. Martin Stadium is on the proerty of Lowndes High school and they can decide who to sell tickets to, not you. We sell out the home side first to season ticket holders, then we sell seats on the East side of OUR stadium. Apparetnly you don’t realize it, but every time we go to WarnerRobins there are local people pulling for Houston, WR, or NSWR sitting on the North side of the stadium, the side assigned to the visitors. That’s right, every time we go there a whole section of the VISITOR’S side is occupied by people pulling for the HOME team. Coffee County does it, as does Valdosta and Colquit County. In fact at Moultrie their main general admission section is on the VISITOR’S side. Go up, learn some sportsmanship, and learn how to type! Come on back to Martin Stadium and start some of the stuff you’re talking about, and we’ll let you spend a week here on the taxpayers!

By wildmanhoya

November 18, 2008 10:35 PM | Link to this

ridge in the house

Sorry to disappoint you but I am not a band dad, band mom, band brother or band sister. I left off band member. I am not that either. In short, I have nothing to do with the band. Also, anytime you want to discuss what I know about football bring it on. I would debate the first game issue but for one thing, i agree with you on getting the first game out of the way. What your sorry self and the other PH posters seem to be missing, intenionally or not, is that it was the first game for BOTH teams. You people are acting as if it was the first game for Peachtree Ridge and Peachtree Ridge only.

Like I said earlier, the Ridge may well kick our butts and we might kick yours. we will know Friday and unlike Hoyadawg I make no predictions. The Lions are good and so are the Hoyas. All I have tried to say is the last time the teams met it was the first game for both teams and both have matured. What is so stinking hard to understand about that? Personally I do not know what you are getting so worked up as the argument you are making is one I already agreed with. There I said it again, maybe you will understand.

By AVikingFan

November 18, 2008 10:37 PM | Link to this

To Todd, Chris Whitefield and Whitfield Yo and Leavy: The stat from last week that I found most pleasing and made me smile the most was: Greg Reid and Gerald Demps (our starting wingbacks) and Robert Anderson, (our fullback) had 12 carries between them for a total of 159 yards. As a team Lowndes rushed for over 360 yds, and held Luella to a minus 6. That’s right a AAAAA playoff team held to minus 6 yards rushing. Also a sophomore def back B teamer #31 batted away three 4th quarter passes from Luella’s starting QB to their supposedly great wide receiver.

It’s called Smack if you say anything but nice things about a future opponent, but when you talk about something you’ve already done, it’s call FACTS! Not bragging, just facts! You’ll never hear good Viking fans saying anything negative about a future opponent. But we CAN talk about what we’ve done.

And I agree with some of the comments I heard tonight by some fans at our radio show: Camden won’t score against NSWR.

By GraysonFan2

November 18, 2008 10:51 PM | Link to this

Leavy,

we have to beat EP first.

From what i remember, Grayson was ranked higher then NSWR. Could be close if we get there.

Brookwoodmom,

Ill be looking for the Brookwood hoodie on the 50! OH, the 50 is reserved for touchdown club members all the way up. How about the 35 away from the band side?

Realistic EP fan,

Sounds like a party, park in the back towards the baseball fields, more visitors back there, and there is a back entrance from that side of the school behind the technical building, just follow the road that goes behind the building.

By makerfan

November 18, 2008 11:30 PM | Link to this

Cairo allowed just 22 yards of offense last friday night. #20 has now gotten to 70 TDs in his career and there is more to come. Cairo has The D and The O!!!

By JAYBO

November 18, 2008 11:57 PM | Link to this

Slalom1,

I see we share the same views about who the state winners will be!!

By JAYBO

November 19, 2008 12:02 AM | Link to this

I’m sorry, didn’t read correctly, those were yo’s picks that are identical to mine. Lowndes, Westside, Cairo, Brooks co. and ECI

By JAYBO

November 19, 2008 12:08 AM | Link to this

Slalom1

Come on man, how you gonna get us all curious like that and not tell us whats up……LOL???? You know we are dying to know the news…come on man, let us in on it!!!!

By mistermak

November 19, 2008 2:26 AM | Link to this

sportsfan31313 I enjoy reading all the experts also. It is quite entertaining! People talking about teams they havn’t seen play once this year. But still they know everything about them. Amazing!!!
I tell ya I can’t wait till Friday and it is going to be cold too. Great Football weather!!!

By eddie

November 19, 2008 2:38 AM | Link to this

i am highly dissapointed with washington co. golden hawks a team that has a 70 man roaster but plays on eleven mes the whole game come on coach these guy practice hard only to watch every week. idont think wash co. will have but only 12 guys go out for football next year from what i hear.

By eddie

November 19, 2008 2:40 AM | Link to this

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By Pridge

November 19, 2008 6:07 AM | Link to this

We are definitely excited about having an opportunity to compete against them again,” Peachtree Ridge head coach Bill Ballard said of Harrison. “Hopefully the result is a little different this time.”

“The reason we played Harrison early in the season was to play against a playoff caliber team early in the season and get ready for the tough region schedule,” Ballard said. “Now it is one of those things where we played those games and we have improved.

“Now it is a chance for us to get another shot to see where we are as a program.”

By rw

November 19, 2008 7:20 AM | Link to this

HEY HSBall FAN - I agree with you on questioning some of those Massey picks particularly the games involving the 6AAAA schools. Heck Sandy Creek barely beat the 4 seed from that region. Rome should handle Sandy Creek, Marist at Sequoyah should be interesting but Marist stronger than anyone they have faced. And while Tucker is not as strong as last year, the defense is still solid and the offense while not always consistent is always potentially explosive with those running backs. In fact I really believe if Tucker gets to play Westside Macon and can keep it close with the defense in the first half they can pull the upset. SWD like you said seems to have gone back under the radar but they have a young team who are playing well together right now. Region 6AAAA might go farther than a lot of people thought before playoffs began.

By wildmanhoya

November 19, 2008 7:51 AM | Link to this

Good post Pridge

I am glad to see some at PRHS understands the first game between the two was the first game for both teams. Your coach has the same philosophy the Hoya coaches have which is to play tough opponents early and build from there. That is why we opponed with Lowndes two years in a row and you guys this year. Now we will just have to see which team wants it the most. I make no predictions other than it will be a hard fought game and probably low scoring

By Homet

November 19, 2008 7:52 AM | Link to this

OH YEAH

I know it’s getting fun when I get em stirred up and it’s tuesday afternoon…LOL! Let’s see where can I start…

Posted by nomo… Hornet, you’ve got as little (or no) class as the Grayson posters talking about any other game.

again IT’S H O M E T no “R”…LOL!

HOYADAWG is getting it from all sides ducking those “PEA-RIDGERS!”…LOL!

I see the Grayson folks are STILL talking about their BIG game with “Lowndes”…

Massey predisting EAST to lose…

RealisticEP_Fan trying to have a “Ahh can’t we all just get along tailgate party” (how bout some old John Lennon tunes for background music)…

Well not from HOMET…Remember our home field is called “THE BONEYARD”…and the REAL EAST RAIDERS are bring the PAIN to Grayson…there will be a LOT of “grilling” going on but it will be ON THE FIELD when our “D” GRILLS that Grayson “O” line and brings the PAIN to that running game they keep braggin about.

Milton had the absolute BEST running back we have faced in YEARS, he scored 5 TD’s and gained over 245 yards, he was much better than Marist “White Buffalo” from 2 years ago, TCC’S guy last year (sorry JAYBO but you gotta see this guy), and better than the best EAST had faced this year before that, Godhigh from Harrison (again sorry HOYADAWG) but EAST overcame this and won at Milton!!!

EAST is bringing a VERY balanced attack that can hurt you on “D” and score on Special teams, with a offense that will get you both thru the air as well as on the ground.

GRAYSON YOU GOT NO IDEA WHAT’S HEADING YOUR WAY…

LOAD THE CANNON…RAIDER NATION IS HEADING COMING!!!

By HoyaDawg

November 19, 2008 7:52 AM | Link to this

PRIDE, Harrison played you for the same reason. We have alot of respect for your team, and program. Turns out to be a good move by both coaches. Yall startred with 2 playoff teams, and if things go as yall plan, you will face them both again. May be a great move by Ballard. Our coaches have the same philosphy. play the tough teams, to get your team ready. I will say it worked to get you ready for the region. We have both seen each other, you have the revenge factor, and we have the confidence factor. This should be a good one.

By HoyaDawg

November 19, 2008 7:54 AM | Link to this

PRIDGE, my bad, not PRIDE

By HoyaDawg

November 19, 2008 8:01 AM | Link to this

* WildMAN* word is you used to travel with a band, maybe ” in the house” got mixed up. Wildman has been aroud football hie whole life.he actually is still part of a football club that gets togather every Sat. a.m. , to play a little football. The GDC is a mens league in our area that gets togather to go at it a bit on saturdays.

By NHS

November 19, 2008 8:14 AM | Link to this

Well, I have my bus ticket, and game ticket, for Friday night’s action in Kingsland. Bus leaves Wartown at 2:00 pm. In spite of many posters predicting nothing but gloom and doom for our Eagles, I don’t think anyone at Northside is buying it. As I’ve said before, I’m not predicting victory, but I’m certainly not conceding defeat. We’ll be there!!! May the best team win. If that’s Camden, I will be the first to congratulate you. I agree with the comments by Reeze as to the “keys of the game”.

By jet blue

November 19, 2008 8:26 AM | Link to this

I have to disagree with LowndesFan and A Viking Fan. I am as big a Northside supporter as there is, but Camden has a great offense and will score on us. I just hope we score more. I believe we will and can thank our tough battles with Region 1-AAAAA for getting us ready. Northside to win 21-17.

By jet blue

November 19, 2008 8:34 AM | Link to this

And for those “Experts” predicting a 25 point Camden win, a lot of pharmacies are now open 24 hours so there’s no excuse for not having your medication. No team in Georgia, including Lowndes, will beat the Eagles by that margin.

By PRidge

November 19, 2008 8:54 AM | Link to this

Yeah. im looking forward fo this one. its gonna be a good one

By Camden Cat

November 19, 2008 8:56 AM | Link to this

Safe trip to all the Northside Fans and players. Hope it’s a good game. You guys have won two state championships in a row?? We are the underdogs right?? Lol

By Hollabackk

November 19, 2008 9:03 AM | Link to this

To:31313, glad to see you back i have been gone for a minute too. I think you and i were the only ones who knew B.I. would win that 1st round game. I do not think they will beat Lowndes but i hope they can keep it respectable. Like i said before if they were playing AAAA ball they would still be playing along with Brunswick & Statesboro. Coastal Georgia has some great teams they just don’t get the press because they are not in the biggest classification. I will agree, B.I. has a great defense but when you play teams that are deep like Lowndes and Camden fatigue eventually sets in like it did against Camden. B.I.’s offense on the other hand needs alot of work. I think i could copy the ENTIRE playbook on the palm of my hand..lol

By RealisticEP_Fan

November 19, 2008 9:09 AM | Link to this

For HOMET

You definitley like to stir things up. In reality you should ‘watch’ the games a bit more closely. To say we can score with our special teams is absolutely showing you aren’t watching. We have scored 1 TD this year from special teams, and that was in the Rome game(1st game). Our special teams have given up 5 blocked punts, 2 Kickoff returns for TD’s and the only aspect of the kick coverage that has been even average has been the on punt returns. In terms of our returns, we have that lone punt return from 45 yards in the first game by Gonosz…that is it. I also believe we have 1 partially blocked punt.

The special teams this year are not very good at all. The worst in 5 years, and very possibly could end up being the difference in the upcoming game. As a coach after watching our film, I’d go after every single punt we attempt…..why not?

Again: HOMET………just glance toward the field once in a while and watch it with a little objectivity.

Oh yeah,,,and come by for a dog.

By Hollabackk

November 19, 2008 9:13 AM | Link to this

To: Everyone… Dominance comes in cycles..North georgia was in charge for a while there just between Parkview and Brookwood. Now for the last few years South Georgia has ran things. Winning and Tradition does not graduate but Talent does…When one highschool is split to make two, it hurts to. Camden is staring that in the face right now from what ive’ heard. So to South Georgia, we might be laughing now but crying later…..

By patriot

November 19, 2008 9:14 AM | Link to this

It’s funny how these 6AAAA people talk about Sandy Creek only beating Chamblee by 7 points. Thats just as bad as any of your playoff teams beat them.

By Homet

November 19, 2008 9:21 AM | Link to this

Here we go I can’t wait ANY LONGER…

The COUNTDOWN CLOCK IS OFFICIALLY STARTED…58 HOURS and counting…

TICK…TICK…TICK…BOOM!!!

RAIDER NATION IS COMING!!!

By Reeze

November 19, 2008 9:21 AM | Link to this

Camden Cat……The family and I are driving down….I need a good spot to eat before the game …your suggestions

By Hollabackk

November 19, 2008 9:21 AM | Link to this

Does anyone know if the Camden/Northside game is gonna be on T.V.? No disrespect to Northside i am sure you have a great team just from knowing the region you play in and the record you have but Camdens speed is crazy. Its not the offense, its the defense. I think it will be close but i have to give the edge to the HOME team…Camden 24 Northside 17..

By wildmanhoya

November 19, 2008 9:42 AM | Link to this

Hoyadawg

Just to be clear, it was a rock band, not a school band. At least I think it was. Hard to remeber back that many years.

By Homet

November 19, 2008 9:46 AM | Link to this

**FOR RealisticEP_Fan & his “GRILL buds”

A little Pregame sound… (sang to the tune of Imagine by John Lennon)

Imagine there’s no FOOTBALL It’s easy if you try No GRAYSON RAMS to follow losing to the RAIDERS only made us cry Imagine all the people Living for next year

Imagine there’s no touchdowns It isn’t hard to do No way to run on EAST “D” And no passing too Imagine all the people Living for next year

You may say that I’m a dreamer But I’m not the only one I hope next Friday you’ll come join us As thousands of RAIDER fans come together and at LOWNDES the world will live as one —-CHORUS—-

Imagine no more football I wonder if you can No need for band or cheerleaders in Grayson its all sad Imagine all the people At the EAST / LOWNDES game And the world will be as one

You may say that I’m a dreamer But I’m not the only one I hope next Friday you’ll come join us As thousands of RAIDER fans come together and at LOWNDES the world will live as one —-CHORUS—-

TICK…TICK…TICK…BOOM!!!

By HSBallfan

November 19, 2008 9:52 AM | Link to this

By patriot: It’s funny how these 6AAAA people talk about Sandy Creek only beating Chamblee by 7 points. Thats just as bad as any of your playoff teams beat them. Except that SC is 11-0, ranked second in the state, has been hyped by its fans since day one, and would have led everyone else to believe that a more convincing victory was in order. We KNOW what Chamblee has; now it’s time for the Creek to rise to coin a phrase.

By RealisticEP_Fan

November 19, 2008 9:56 AM | Link to this

That’s pretty good Homet, I have to give you that one.

By BIG T

November 19, 2008 10:07 AM | Link to this

Realistic EP & Head East, it will probably be about 4 before we can leave Kennesaw, but will be there asap. Would not miss it for anything. I have got to see these BIG,FAST lineman & linebackers. Seems like every team we play has these & a great running back to boot. At Milton, not only the phantom offsides and the roughing the kicker were outrageous, but what about all of the no call pass interferences. GEEZ! If those RAIDERS of ours can overcome that, it seems that nothing can hold us back. Realistic EP, give me a call Friday. HERE WE GO RAIDERS HERE WE GO!!!!! Dang, it’s fun being the underdog. Seems the only people giving us a chance are the teams we have played. Also, GO HARRISON, WOODSTOCK, & CHAPEL HILL!

By HoyasRock

November 19, 2008 10:11 AM | Link to this

Wildman may be a band dad, I don’t know. But I believe he is very football savy and may also be a football dad. To assume that because someone happens to have a child in band, means they know nothing about football, well that’s just foolish ignorance.

By Patriot

November 19, 2008 10:18 AM | Link to this

Marist, Tucker and SWD have all been ranked most of the year. Don’t remember anyone saying SC was the best team in the state or anything. If you saw the game you would also know it could have been by two more touchdowns too

By HSBallfan

November 19, 2008 10:20 AM | Link to this

RW: It does look good for region 6AAAA, and a Tucker/Marist rematch in the dome is not as far-fetched as it might have seemed a month ago. SW Dekalb could make it to the semi’s; I just have this gnawing feeling that Griffin might give Brunswick some problems. It’s clear now that Tucker has pulled things together since the Marist meltdown. The defense has been lights out… interestingly, the same big play led to the few touchdowns the team has surrendered, a fake pitch and pass back across the field to an open receiver for a big gain. I doubt that it’s going to work a third time. Yes, Tucker’s offense has been its own worst enemy, but there are signs of improvement and a healthy Devon Scott makes a huge difference. While Westside is undoubtedly very talented, they haven’t been in a tight game. If Tucker’s defense frustrates them and keeps things close, we’ve seen what can happen to the demeanor of teenagers when tested for the first time. Tucker has shown a determination to win in late-game situations against Chamblee, SWD and Whitewater. Will Westside have the same grit if the situation presents itself?

By Hoya Girl

November 19, 2008 10:21 AM | Link to this

Dang, somebody done woke up the Lion Den.

Thanks Homet for the countdown, wishing guys all the luck!

Go Hoyas!!!!

By CANEFAN

November 19, 2008 10:24 AM | Link to this

for all you henry co;u;n;t;y fans, FITZGERALD is gonna run the football down your throats, your qb has only been sacked 6 times this year…….well get reaady because I predict he will be sacked 7 times come friday night. I promise you that we may be smaller defesively but our speed makes up for it, and your wr your so proud of well we have an answer for him as well we have a GT committ to cover him all night, and I doubt buford will get past THOMASVILLE!!!!

By david

November 19, 2008 10:26 AM | Link to this

To whom it may concern,

The Baldwin Braves will win the AAA state title. And you can tell anyone you like that i said it!!!!!!

By Todd Holcomb

November 19, 2008 10:29 AM | Link to this

i was just looking at camden and northsides games against quality oponents, and some stats from those games. last year camden didnt even score against lowndes, at least northside could score and move the ball. camden had 98 total yards/ four first downs. physically man handled. northside had 121 yards in the first half

Aside from the fact this was last season, shouldn’t you point out that Camden allowed 10 points while Northside allowed 24?

re: GHSA:

It’s public, non-profit. Their financial records are public information. Decisions are made by an executive committee of 50, one from each region (i.e., Region 3-AA) and 10 at-large members. A common error is believing that Ralph Swearngin, the executive director, makes decisions such as the one to move the finals to the Georgia Dome. Swearngin lobbied for it, but ultimately, it was the vote (which was unanimous) from the executive committee.

Did you actually believe that by dropping down in classification that ST. PIUS X would turn into a championship team? It NEVER happens.

SPX didn’t win a championship (region) only because another team that dropped down, Dunwoody, won it, instead. Each went 6-0 in their subregion and played each other for the region title in a playoff. SPX improved from 8-4 to 9-2, while Dunwoody improved from 8-2 to 11-0. I guess it’s a question of ‘how much’ difference there is between classes. I agree that many people overrate the difference, but there is indeed a difference in depth. East Paulding is another example. While East remains successful in AAAAA, there probably were only 10-15 teams that could beat East in AAAA the past couple of seasons. There are twice as many teams in AAAAA that could beat them. There are so many teams like Milton and Kennesaw Mountain that, if not outstanding, are just tough outs for most anybody.

Much love to all who mentioned Chapel Hill in the blog, it took weeks for you guys to recognize our kids. Coffee County is one of the big dogs in AAAAA South Georgia. We need this for our program. Our guys have been last in Douglas County since 1999. We have nothing to lose and a State title to gain. Don’t overlook us, remember you guys had no respect for us until today. Thanks for the hate.

What Chapel Hill has done is remarkable, and Chris Parker should be a candidate for any coach of the year award in the state. But I hope that Chapel Hill fans understand that it’s one thing to go from 0-10 to 9-2 in Region 2-AAAAA, but quite another to face a Top 10-calibre team like Coffee. I expect Coffee to win easily, like 35-7.

re: Massey ratings

I can’t see 48 points being scored in Kingsland on Friday. More like 25-30, IYAM.

I didn’t do the A class; they’re on Massey if anyone is interested. Last week Massey was 50-13 with one game that was rated even. Chris Whitfield was 42-22.

Last week Massey was 50-13 with one game that was rated even. Chris Whitfield was 42-22.

That’s pretty strong. I missed 20 last week if my math is correct, so I’d say Massey had a career day.

How long has Harrison been open????

Since about 7:30 this morning.

1991

* No matter how many times I see people throw this argument up at people, I am just amazed at the logic of it. So, your team has improved since the first game? Shouldn’t every team improve since then? Don’t ya think Harrison has improved since then? Doesn’t Harrison play as a team and get the job done?*

Seems I remember some Brookwood chatter along these lines a few weeks ago. But alas, Parkview and North Gwinnett had improved, too. Drats!

I think Camden Co. is a great team but the lack of competition this year will hurt them against NSWR.

That can go both ways. The better competition makes you better, but it also can beat you up physically. Camden should be fresh.

But region 7 AAAAA is just an all around harderregion. so wouldnt teams in region 7AAAAA already be prepared to face hard teams. i heard harrison didnt really play any challenging teams

Harrison beat Peachtree Ridge. What more do you need to know?

Furthermore, Region 5-AAAAA is tougher than Region 7-AAAAA. I’m not saying Peachtree Ridge won’t win, but Harrison has played some good teams.

By its on

November 19, 2008 10:31 AM | Link to this

I have seen Camden play Norcross and Hoover; I have seen NSWR play Lowndes.Whoever, controls the line of scrimmage and have the least turnovers will win.

By Hoya Girl

November 19, 2008 10:40 AM | Link to this

Todd -

How long has Harrison been open????

Since about 7:30 this morning.

That was pretty darn good I must say, LOL!

By JAYBO

November 19, 2008 10:46 AM | Link to this

OK Homet,

Here we go….I’ve gotta ask you this man…Do you really believe all that crap(I know you call it fun) you’re talking??? Not trying to be funny, but are you trying to hipe things up, show your allegiance to ep and let everybody know you’re a diehard ep fan or what….talk to me man??? I’m asking you this b/c I refuse to believe that you are serious with all of this chatter you’re talking!!!! All I keep reading is you saying ep is gonna bring the pain this, bring the pain that….to grayson…ep offense and defense is gonna do this and that to grayson!! Again, are you SERIOUS or are you JUST HAVING FUN??……If YOU are serious, you are SETTING YOURSELF UP for the OKI DOKE AGAIN!! Ep will not dominate this game..no way, no how and will be two and done!! You’re acting like grayson is not a formidable opponet….whats wrong with giving them credit and saying they have a good team and ep will have to play flawless to beat them…whats wrong with that?? Anyway, if you’re just having fun, nix everything I’ve said…but your history says you are serious with your assessments!!! Have fun and enjoy the game best you can, as ep will lose big!!!

By GraysonFan2

November 19, 2008 10:53 AM | Link to this

Homet,

Never read your posts until this week, so your the one always shooting off your cannon. Go back and read this blog again, because Grayson is not saying we will play Lowndes, its Lowndes that keep talking about us playing them. They must be trying to say we are the better team in their eyes. Dont know how they could know that, but it is what it is. I have said several time we have to get there first. Bring it on, it should be a great game. I will be back here either way. Football is football. Oh by the way, if Lowndes want to talk about playing each other and how the game would be, It shouldn’t bother you, Its just some football folks with big imaginations.

By RealisticEP_Fan

November 19, 2008 11:14 AM | Link to this

For Jaybo Have you seen Grayson play this year?,,how about EP? Just trying to understand you saying EP will lose big? Is that you just talking to do you really think it and if so,,why?

For BigT and HeadEast Change of plans, no tailgating. Gonna take it inside. I found a bbq place about 1.5 miles before you get to the stadium. I’ll try and be there 5:15 or 5:30 if you want to meet ahead of time. All EP fans are welcome,,,we could make it pre-game meal and turn the place into and EP rally.

Here’s the name location: A&J Tasty Pig BBQ (gotta be good right) 2662 Loganville Hwy Grayson, GA (Grayson fans, is this place any good?)

BigT I will call on Friday around the time we leave. HeadEast hope to see you there.

By Jeff

November 19, 2008 11:16 AM | Link to this

Homey, the Gwinnett Police won’t let you come into the stadium with your cannon, so you might as well leave it at home. And you can leave all your other weapons in the car because you won’t get through the metal detector with them. So that will leave all the pain bringing to the boys on the field, and from what I’ve seen, they hit hard but are kind of small. And let me ask you this, how many kids have you sent to the hospital this year? Huh? Back up your pain statement, because as of now, its not carrying any weight. I do like the countdown. Can’t wait until Friday.

By wildmanhoya

November 19, 2008 11:28 AM | Link to this

HoyasRock and everyone else

To clear the air, I am not now nor have I ever been a band dad. I have no connection to the Harrison band, or any other band, whatsoever.

I have been involved in football all my life including being in the press box and locker room at many NFL games back in the day. One cannot help but help pick uo a thing here and a thing there.

By SGA Fan

November 19, 2008 11:44 AM | Link to this

Just a cooment regarding Northside’s performance against Lowndes

In addition to the proposition that somehow you can compare performances from year to year against a team, the fans are quick to point out that Northside was able to rack up 121 yards in the first half against Lowndes. As I recall, there are still two halves to a game…..173 total yards….nice playing in the 2nd half…..expect more of the same against Camden.

By Jeff

November 19, 2008 11:48 AM | Link to this

RealisticEP_Fan, A&J’s Tasty Pig is top notch. It moved out to Grayson from Snellville last year. The food is a lot better than the place looks, which is true about any bbq place in GA. Gotta try the Brunswick stew.

By Homet

November 19, 2008 11:52 AM | Link to this

Jeff

And let me ask you this, how many kids have you sent to the hospital this year?

Good Lord Man nobody is talking about sending anyone to the hospital…Where did you come up with that from????? Keep this is perspective PLEASE!!!!

By RealisticEP_Fan

November 19, 2008 11:56 AM | Link to this

For Todd Holcomb Your math on EP is interesting. So last year in 4A there were 10-15 teams that would have beatnn EP despite them going to the round of 8. And this year you are saying there are 20-30 teams that would beat EP, despite being in the round of 16 now. That means in addition to the other 15 teams in in this round, that all but 2 from the previous round would are better as well. Wow,,,,Todd think about what an insult that is. What does that say for Milton? Todd, if you can name 10 teams that EP could not compete with at this level you’d have to fabricate at least 5. Wow, I’m typically not the one to look for respect,,,,,but dang, out and out disprect is something else. Either way EP has already earned the respect of the teams we’ve played and that is enough for me.

By HeadEast

November 19, 2008 12:02 PM | Link to this

Big T and Realistic - BBQ sounds good, I’ll be there.

Harrison 17 - The Pea 10 Hoyas make it back home for some hot Coffeee in round three!

By RealisticEP_Fan

November 19, 2008 12:06 PM | Link to this

For Jeff

Thanks for the input on the BBQ.

And about the pain/hospital talk. Ouch..I just hope for a good clean hard hitting game and that NO ONE gets hurt. Unfortunately a few people have gotten injured when they’d played EP. All good clean hard hits, but Harrison did loose 10 starters during the game they played us and they weren’t able to play the next game(they lost). That was unfortunate because they are a heck of a team when fully healthy, and they are back at near 100%, I believe they are still down one main person(#59).

Friday is coming soon.

By HeadEast

November 19, 2008 12:12 PM | Link to this

Special teams? Best hope is #96 is back from disciplinary suspension and can kick about 6 touchbacks and we’ll win. Looking for another competitive, close game. Who wants that long trip to Lowndes anyway?

By Jeff

November 19, 2008 12:18 PM | Link to this

Homer started with the pain talk, Well not from HOMET…Remember our home field is called “THE BONEYARD”…and the REAL EAST RAIDERS are bring the PAIN to Grayson…there will be a LOT of “grilling” going on but it will be ON THE FIELD when our “D” GRILLS that Grayson “O” line and brings the PAIN to that running game they keep braggin about.

A good clean hard hitting game is what we’re in for with Grayson and EP. If a couple of kids do get knocked down, I hope they get right up and shake it off.

Now, whichever of these two metro teams gets to play Lowndes next week, I hope we can lay a couple of their players out with big hits. Greg Reid will have a target on his chest.

By Homet

November 19, 2008 12:25 PM | Link to this

For JAYBO

Hey guy…First and foremost of course I am having fun this week, on the blog, watching the guys practice, and WAITING FOR FRIDAY!!!

Do I believe EAST can beat GRAYSON… WITHOUT A DOUBT!!! BUT have I, in any post said GRAYSON wasn’t a good team… NO!!! I have Not, in fact I said ANY team that goes undefeated deserves to be applauded…regardless of the division but especially in AAAAA play.

What I did question in an earlier post and I still stand by, is the FACT that GRAYSON only played 2 teams (before friday) with winning records…Parkview and Brookwood…They HAVE NOT faced a team this year as good as EAST is this year!!!

I am sure that the Grayson / EAST game will be a tough match-up and there is nothing wrong with saying EAST has to play a complete game to win. Just look at our game with HARRISON earlier this year, that was the worst game EAST played all year and it was one of our BIGGEST games! EAST missed tackles, fumbled deep in our territory, and didn’t run or pass like EAST normally does…if they do that friday its GAME OVER…

Do I see them doing that again…again the answer is NO…

NO WAY this game is a runaway and just for you I will go ahead and predict the following….

EAST RAIDERS 17 / GRAYSON RAMS 7

By Dawg Gone

November 19, 2008 12:28 PM | Link to this

Realistic EP Fan read Todd’s post. He counts teams that could beat East - not would. There is a big difference. Don’t be so dang sensitive.

By wildmanhoya

November 19, 2008 12:36 PM | Link to this

RealisticEP_Fan

Actually the Hoyas are down #1, not #59. #59 came back against Etowah and is back at full speed now causing havoc everywhere. Everyone else save #1 hurt in the EP/Hoya game is back. As far as losing 10 starters go, just to clarify it was five players who all went both ways. It was not 10 players as some might assume.

By JAYBO

November 19, 2008 12:51 PM | Link to this

Homet,

I love your confidence….you believe what you believe…my kind of man!!!

Realistic

No have not seen ep(just your website) or grayson play. Ep’s highlights on your website did not impress me at all…not trying to be funny, but just don’t look or play like a stud football team!! And yes I believe grayson will win easily…just my feelings…as we know time will tell!!! If it doesn’t happen as I see it, I will have to eat my words…if it does, just give me my props!!!….thats all I ask!!!!

By Kopfjaeger

November 19, 2008 12:56 PM | Link to this

What Chapel Hill has done is remarkable, and Chris Parker should be a candidate for any coach of the year award in the state. But I hope that Chapel Hill fans understand that it’s one thing to go from 0-10 to 9-2 in Region 2-AAAAA, but quite another to face a Top 10-calibre team like Coffee. I expect Coffee to win easily, like 35-7.

Chapel Hill’s following has been nothing but HUMBLE through this entire season. If you knew the short history of the program (horrible) and what a huge difference one coach has made in a year’s time you would understand that almost anybody involved was just happy to win a game or two and actually have the opportunity to watch competent play calling for a change. Nobody, but possibly one of these kid’s moms has any grand illusions of the team playing in the dome. Chapel Hill will field a team Friday night and play the game they way they’ve been taught by this talented young coach and his staff. The Panthers have nothing to lose because they’ve already WON far beyond any expectations this year. Coffee on the other hand has EVERYTHING to lose. It sure would be a long drive home if they lost to this “Little School they’re not used to having to play”

By NHSFAN#1

November 19, 2008 12:58 PM | Link to this

To answer the question, “NSWR are you ready?” YES we are ready. And I can’t wait to “POST” on Saturday. We are diciplined and we will come out on top.

Also, Good Luck Lowndes, Tift, and Coffee. We will all be rooting for ya’ll. Let all of these people know why we are called the “Little SEC”…. Make ‘em jealous… (as if they aren’t already)…. :)

By Lisa

November 19, 2008 12:59 PM | Link to this

I am a Peachtree Ridge fan, and I do appreciate all the respect that fans of other teams have showed us. I too believe we need to forget about the first game of this year. That is the past. Quit dwelling on it. Fridays game will be a good one against Harrison. They are a good football team. Both teams have growed and matured. Let’s put it on the field and quit with all this crap talking, because in the end, on any given Friday, any of the teams can be beat. Go Lions

By NG17

November 19, 2008 1:00 PM | Link to this

Lassiter,Woodstock, E Paulding are all going home this Friday. Harrison and Peachtree Ridge will be a close one.Peactree Ridge would not beat North Gwinnett on a dry Field so Harrison got Lucky to have the match up.North Gwinnett will have a hard time Taking out Newnan next week.

By Fair Play Fan

November 19, 2008 1:02 PM | Link to this

NSRW vs Camden will be a great game. Camden has run up scores in the 60-70 point range. She has never had to fight from behind and this should be a concern. I have seen high power teams fall apart if they ever have to trail. Camden is the odds on favorite, home field advantage, crowd, etc. BUT they could fall into their on trap if NSWR scores at least two touchdowns and they are not on the board. Can the fight back?

By jhenry

November 19, 2008 1:03 PM | Link to this

To Jeff How dare you get on here an advocate hurting young players at this age who have a bright future ahead of them. Although injuries are sometimes a part of the game, noone should want to see any player hurt, even if he is from the other team. Just use your skills to do what you do and there will be no need to intentionally hurt players. What an absurd statement.

By Hoya Girl

November 19, 2008 1:09 PM | Link to this

Lisa -

Great post, I totally agree. May the best team win!

Go Hoyas!!!!

By jet blue

November 19, 2008 1:10 PM | Link to this

In addition to the proposition that somehow you can compare performances from year to year against a team, the fans are quick to point out that Northside was able to rack up 121 yards in the first half against Lowndes. As I recall, there are still two halves to a game…..173 total yards….nice playing in the 2nd half…..expect more of the same against Camden.

To SGA Fan,

There you go again, putting Camden on an equal status to Lowndes. Last time I checked Lowndes was the defending state champion and haven’t slipped up this year. Camden hasn’t proven much so far this year, though you get your chance Friday night. I don’t believe game stats from one year to another mean anything either. But the overall game stats between Northside and Lowndes in this year’s game were fairly close. The big difference in the outcome was the questionable call on the punt return, the costly interception we threw, and poor field position we had in the 4th quarter. Northside’s offense is better than it was 45 days ago, and Camden is not Lowndes. Don’t try to put your team on that level until they prove it. And be thankful winning your weak region gives you the home field. Northside has played well on the road this year and will do so again come Friday night.

By Jeff

November 19, 2008 1:16 PM | Link to this

jhenry, How dare you get on here an advocate hurting young Shut up you stupid idiot. When I played football back in the 70’s on a state championship team, my goal as a DB was to hit the other team as hard as I could. This is not the band. I don’t advocate these kids intentionally trying to hurt someone, but to play each play as hard as you can and to hit the other team with all you got. That’s all. Now go back home and play your tuba, jhenry.

By Lissa

November 19, 2008 1:17 PM | Link to this

Slalom So you were the one keeping the cafes open! And here I thought it was just the truckers keeping them in business! :) Oh yeah, and I did bake a cake last week. It was from a box, but I did all the mixing and put it in the oven, so it counts! Mmm… red velvet.

As for my NHS Eagles and Camden.. well… it’s hard to tell. I’m hopeful for a Northside victory, but Camden is a big question mark at this point. If we win, it would confirm what others have been saying about Camden - that they only appear to be good because of the poor Region 3 competition. On the other hand, if Camden wins, it would justify their ranking and practically guarantee a shot in the finals. It’s pretty much Camden’s “make it or break it” game. At this point, win or lose, NHS has proven what we already knew - that they can hang with the “big boys” in AAAAA. I’m really hoping Northside can win this one and prove it even more.

PSA - As always, the rest of us Northside fans do not condone the postings of certain others. :)

By SportsFan31313

November 19, 2008 1:24 PM | Link to this

Greetings Mistermak,

I don’t know what the temperature will be down there in South Georgia, but I do know that it will be cold. Yes….. Real Football kind of weather. Are you ready for some football?

By Sgt Carter

November 19, 2008 1:34 PM | Link to this

To JetBlue:

The big difference in the outcome was the questionable call on the punt return, the costly interception we threw, and poor field position we had in the 4th quarter.

Maybe the big difference in the game was that Lowndes scored 24 points and Northside only scored 7. And in the 4th qtr, Lowndes’ superiority was increasing at an accelerating rate.

I continue to puke at the excuses you guys keep making regarding the bad calls. OK, we’ll give you one TD as a result of what you believe were “bad calls”. (Which went our way because we paid off the refs, right!?) The score then becomes 24-14, and, voila!, Lowndes still wins!

Get over it, Jack! Maybe Lowndes had something to do with your Eagles having their butts handed to them. I suppose you are already digging in your excuse box this week to tell us how and why you lost to Camden this Friday.

I hope your players don’t adopt your excuse philosophy and carry it into their adult lives the way you and some other Northside fans have done.

What’s so bad for you is that IF we meet again, we plan to pay those refs even more!

By GHS Student

November 19, 2008 1:35 PM | Link to this

Ive said it once and ill say it again, we have not trailed the entire season and what makes everyone here think we will start this week. This team is not the best team we have played all year in my eyes that would be collins hill. Load the cannon Hell bring it, it wont go off the entire night. If you give up 40 points to milton… God its gonna be a field day

By Jeff

November 19, 2008 1:35 PM | Link to this

I can hear it now. But coach, I don’t want to tackle their big fullback, it’ll hurt. What highlights does ESPN show all day Saturday? They show the big hits? What’s wrong with a big hit? Nothing. It takes down the other player and ensures that he doesn’t get any extra yards from extra effort. This is not girls lacrosse, it is football. You expect a big hit every play. All the sissies should have been weeded out of this blog by now.

East, who are your big hitters on defense that we should watch out for Friday? You guys need to watch our for Zellner #16. He likes to see how hard he can hit you. In fact, all our linebackers do that.

By EagleNationRising

November 19, 2008 1:37 PM | Link to this

If this Northside team scores early and takes a two score lead against Camden, you can bring in the fat lady.

An earlier poster accurately described Northside’s inability to move the football in the 2nd half of the Lowndes County game while moving the ball much easier in the 1st half.

The yards were different because RB Xavier Bacon is clearly the best offensive player at Northside and one of the best in the stateof Georgia. In the 2nd half, Northside fell behind and changed the gameplan and began to pass the ball more.

My guess is you are going to see so much of Xavier Bacon in Kingsland that people will get tired of him. I expect Conrad Nix to place the game on his back after a few quick early passes to get Camden off-balance.

If Northside scores early, Bacon is going to drain the clock like John Riggins used to drain the clock for those strong Washington Redskins teams.

The Eagle Nation is about to descind upon Kingsland, GA.

By 800lbGorilla

November 19, 2008 1:40 PM | Link to this

* JAYBO *

The Big lineman plays @ Austin P not Newman BUT your QB will be handing the ball off to a kid that played for coach Reid back in 2005 @ Alcoa.

Shiverdecker is his name. Reminds me of a guy from my hometown. ” Rod Woodson” Newman should be tough in a few years with these two guys.

As far as East. This is a down year IMHO. They need to play dayam near flawless to get the Win @ Grayson

GO EAST

REGION FIVE IS COMING

By RidgeFan

November 19, 2008 1:42 PM | Link to this

I will be attending the Peachtree Ridge - Harrison game. It should be a very good game, but I just think that the Ridge’s defense is too good. Even though PRHS lost that game at first, our offense was horrible. I was thinking this would be a losing season at first. I’m actually surprised that we got into field goal range against the hoyas in that game. Be prepared to have your defense on the field for a long time. Ask the Vikings. They didn’t like that too much. The Ridge has only allowed one offensive touchdown among North gwinnett, Norcross, and collins hill . Not to mention, the offense is not going to explode and get 60 points, but they always, i repeat, always score 20 points. leave or take 3 points. And generally you will only score one TD if you are lucky. Looking forward to a good game. PRHS 23, Harrison 6

By jet blue

November 19, 2008 1:44 PM | Link to this

To Sgt. Carter

I was just stating what happened, not offering excuses. Lowndes was the better team that night. They might be the better team should we meet again, thankfully at a neutral field. That remains to be seen. My point was that Camden supporters are offering suggestions that they are just as good as Lowndes, an assertion that I disagree with and would think you would also.

By GHS Student

November 19, 2008 1:45 PM | Link to this

Might need to stop by AJs on friday

By Wolverine Fan

November 19, 2008 1:48 PM | Link to this

Jeff…….You just want people to believe you played football…You are reliving your youth.

What an idiot you are

By EagleNationRising

November 19, 2008 1:48 PM | Link to this

I continue to see posts which compare Camden County to Lowndes County. Let’s take a reality check. First of all, Camden County is clearly one of the best programs in the state of Georgia. No one can take anything from Camden. Their coaching staff can not change their geography and due to their location, they can’t play in any other AAAAA region. Camden built a strong non-region schedule. They should be commended.

The truth of the matter is they played a suburban Alabama school, Norcross (who finished 3rd in their competitive region), and a bad Florida team plus the Savannah area teams.

Lowndes County is battle tested. Their kids are in multiple battles annually. That creates a mentality built for successful playoff runs. To compare Lowndes and Camden is a stretch due to the fact of the matter that Camden just doesn’t play many big games…any big games.

Big game mentality is built over a period of time by playing in big games. Northside, Lowndes, and others do that ever year. This is not the case for Camden County.

Does that mean Camden is going to lose on Friday night? Of course, not. It does mean that Northside has an edge in the big game. Anyone suggesting otherwise is grasping for straws. The Todd Holcomb comment about Camden being fresh is laughable. Northside just played a down Warner Robins program, lowly Colquitt County, and metro Atlanta (we are scared to get hit) Union Grove in the past 3 weeks. Trust me. Northside is as fresh as any team in the state. Playing some of these Atlanta programs is similar to taking a week off.

Friday night will be a fun game. I do not know if it will be as close as people think. Time will tell. It will be fun for football fans across the state. Let’s not make Camden the poor man’s Lowndes County. Camden player have not been hit in over 2 months. They will certainly get hit on Friday night.

By Jeff

November 19, 2008 1:49 PM | Link to this

Hey Eagle, does this fat lady you are talking about have anything to do with the cafes that went out of business? Aside from Lissa, do you have any women in Warner Robins that have teeth and aren’t fat? Just a little light hearted ribbing, dude. Don’t get too uptight. Grayson is a pretty redneck part of the state too.

By 800lbGorilla

November 19, 2008 1:56 PM | Link to this

* JEFF*

By Coffee Bean

November 19, 2008 1:58 PM | Link to this

Give me a break! The Trojans will pound Chapel Hill at least 50-0. I’ve seen that team in Douglas County play. They’re slow (proven by Creekside) have a Horrible pass defense (proven by Newnan) and a QB who loves to fumble and throw INTs. They have three players with any chance at seeing a decent college. One is a huge Offensive lineman who is slower than most grandmas out there and he can’t passblock. The next is the QB who can’t hold onto the ball and the third is an all-around type who makes a decent play once in awhile but still won’t be able to cover our Coffee WR headed to South Carolina. The D-Line is full of holes too. Why we have to waste our time and bus fuel traveling up there is beyond me. Coffee is the real deal Chapel Hill so be humble all you want. It may make the blasting headed your way a little easier to handle. GO TROJANS !

By EagleNationRising

November 19, 2008 2:01 PM | Link to this

I see that there have been regular posts about the very real possibility of Region 1AAAAA placing 4 teams in the State Quarterfinals. To my friends from Region 1AAAAA, it is more difficult than it seems.

What seems to not be getting the same attention is the potential of 4 Gwinnett County teams reaching the State Quarterfinals. I live in Atlanta. You guys know that I really give it to metro Atlanta football.

However, this would be an interesting development should it occur. They would not all be from the same region. On the other hand, it say something about Gwinnett football should this success continue through this year’s playoffs because football season is over at Gwinnett standard bearing programs, Brookwood and Parkview, yet Gwinnett teams still march forward.

It is similar Todd to football marching forward in what you called an “overrated” region without Valdosta or Warner Robins reaching the playoffs. It appears that all football has a little work to do to catch up with Region 1AAAAA and the Gwinnett County teams, especially if we see a potential Region1AAAAA vs. Gwinnett County teams in the State Quarterfinals.

It would be amazing is if all of the Region 1AAAAA teams end up playing 4 Gwinnett County teams in the State Quarterfinals. That would be very interesting.

By Jeff

November 19, 2008 2:02 PM | Link to this

Wolverine fan, if your Woodstock team scores any points on Norcross, I personally apologize to you next week. Your personal attack on me was unwarranted, and untrue, but I don’t have anything to prove to you. So go back to milking your cows or your wife, if you can tell the difference.

Hoya fans, what did ya’ll think of that Kell team last week? I was worried we would have to play them a few weeks ago instead of East. On tape, Kell looked very good. Big, physical, and fast.

By EagleNationRising

November 19, 2008 2:07 PM | Link to this

Jeff, I have lived in Atlanta, Tampa, & spent plenty of time in Washington DC. I would happily take Warner Robins per capita hot chick with anywhere.

The focus of the Eagle Nation has turned to Kingsland, GA. We have hammered this program in the past. Friday presents another opportunity to write another chapter in our Book of Domination.

The key of this football game will be Camden’s response to the physical nature of Northside’s defense. I believe that Camden’s lack of competition is going to make this a problem for them early, i.e. fumbling when getting hit hard. Time will tell.

Go Eagles!

P.S. You are correct. We take pride in Warner Robins small town virtues. Today, Warner Robins is a much busier place than Grayson. Of course, if Grayson is like the rest of Gwinnett County, urban sprawl will swollow your small town soon.

By BI Fan

November 19, 2008 2:10 PM | Link to this

My friends from the concrete palace what’s the projected weather forecast for Friday? I know that Lowndes is a great team just hoping to make it a good and safe game. Go BI Tigers!!!!! Camden hold it dowm will be cheering for you GO Cats!!! where are you 31313.

By Jeff

November 19, 2008 2:19 PM | Link to this

Good luck to you this Friday, EagleNation. We had the pleasure of traveling to Camden last year with a much weaker team. Camden was good then, and doesn’t appear to have lost too much. We played your cross town Demons this year and weren’t too impressed. So I hope ya’ll play a tight game and leave the mistakes to Camden. I too would like to see a Region 1 vs Gwinnett 4th round.

By jhenry

November 19, 2008 2:19 PM | Link to this

To Jeff Furthermore, it’s awfully hard to hit a moving target. In Greg Reid’s case, you have to catch him first.

By Sgt Carter

November 19, 2008 2:23 PM | Link to this

To JetBlue:

I don’t know if Lowndes is better than Camden this year, because they haven’t played. Lowndes was better last year because Lowndes beat Camden. Lowndes is better than Northside this year because Lowndes beat Northside. After Friday we’ll know whether Camden or Northside is the better team.

Everything else is pure speculation or wishful thinking, which can be almost as entertaining as the games themselves. I wonder how many of these posters would change their positions if, instead of their own blathering free smack, they had to put up something of value to back up their bold talk — like MONEY!

To EagleNationFalling … you’re already too long-winded as you continue to regale us with your wannabe intelligence and knowledge of anything and everthing. Please, learn what “succinct” means, and then practice it!

By HoyasRock

November 19, 2008 2:27 PM | Link to this

By wildmanhoya

November 19, 2008 11:28 AM | Link to this

HoyasRock and everyone else

To clear the air, I am not now nor have I ever been a band dad. I have no connection to the Harrison band, or any other band, whatsoever.

I didn’t say you were, just that you could be. There are band dads who know football, and football dads who don’t. Heck even coach’s have been band dads, though probably not an active band volunteer. At least not during football season.

By HoyasRock

November 19, 2008 2:30 PM | Link to this

Hoya fans, what did ya’ll think of that Kell team last week? I was worried we would have to play them a few weeks ago instead of East. On tape, Kell looked very good. Big, physical, and fast.

One bad kick at the beginning and the game could have gone the other way. They were good.

By Jeff

November 19, 2008 2:33 PM | Link to this

jhenry, I like that post! You are so right. Fortunately, we have a linebacker with similar size and speed. I just hope Mr. Reid runs at #16 the entire game. But first, we have to beat this good East team. I know all us Grayson hicks will be intimidated by that cannon of theirs.

The www.graysonramsfootball.com site has a countdown to the game for all you Raider fans.

By Wolverine Fan

November 19, 2008 2:35 PM | Link to this

Hey Jeff..I guess you told me. You are nothing but a punk.

By Yo Yo Yo

November 19, 2008 2:35 PM | Link to this

I agree with Coffee Bean. My brother went to Boy’s State with one of Chapel Hill’s Defensive Ends. He said if that kid is any indication of Chapel Hill’s toughness on defense then this will be a blowout ! I say 60-0 ! Coffee’s second team will start and play the entire second half.

By SportsFan31313

November 19, 2008 2:47 PM | Link to this

I’m right here BI Fan.

By Jeff

November 19, 2008 2:54 PM | Link to this

Good one, wolverine. Can we call it even and talk about the games now? No offense to your wife. Norcross is a pretty good team, as they beat us a couple years ago in round 1. But they don’t have any outstanding D1 prospects like that Heisman candidate Greg Reid. They do play sound defense, #40 Willie Mims hits big, and #32 DJ Adams is a slashing type of runner. Nothing special, not that big, but some players have good speed. They can be beaten, but you better not give the game away to them. I still like Norcross, 17 - 14.

By EagleNationRising

November 19, 2008 3:08 PM | Link to this

Sgt. Carter, teams are better than their opponents on given days and under given circumstances.

Anyone can give you a laundry list of teams that are better than others on a given day. For instance, Ole Miss was better than Florida on a particular Saturday. Oregon State was better than Southern Cal on a given Thursday (I believe they played a weekday game).

That means very little in a tournament format. This is about what team is the best on one Friday night. That all there is to it.

Lowndes played Northside at Martin Stadium in Valdosta. Any honest Lowndes poster would tell you that the game would have had a different dynamic if played at McConnell-Talbert Stadium in Warner Robins. I do not know if Northside would have won. Nonetheless, it is safe to say that the game would be different.

You are entitled to your opinon. This is what makes State Playoff football great. Everything is settled on the field. Trust me, things will be settled in Kingsland, GA on Friday night. I am certain posters like you will be in hiding as most are after Northside games.

By lee champion

November 19, 2008 3:11 PM | Link to this

ya’ll quit calling each other names on here! this blog is about high school teenagers playing football and the real fans of the game. we ain’t impressed by would be witty and catty remarks that have nothing to do with football. so chill. go Carver, Lagrange, Newnan, Shaw, Callaway and Brookstone!

By HeadEast

November 19, 2008 3:20 PM | Link to this

East is about three big, good linemen away from being a great team, skill positions are all pretty solid. But that just nmakes it all the more amazing that we went 9-2 against bigger schools that usually had bigeer linemen. Maybe there is something to that crab blocking! 20 of Milton’s 41 were in OT, so that’s a little misleading, but I’m sure you’ll have some success running the ball. But Pirates know what to do with sheep. As they say, Grayson Rams? Not BAAAAAD!

By Jeff

November 19, 2008 3:21 PM | Link to this

I sure would like to be able to watch the Northside - Camden and the Newnan - Tift games. Either game could go either way. May be better games than in the SEC this week! Anyone know when Todd and Chris post their predictions for this weeks games?

By Homet

November 19, 2008 3:24 PM | Link to this

**To GHS Student:

Do you know ANYTHING about FOOTBALL???

Do you understand WHY the score of the EAST / Milton game was as it is???

Game TIED (that means both teams had the same score) at end of regulation 21 - 21…the rest of the points were scored DURING overtime as each team played from the 15 yard line…

By HeadEast

November 19, 2008 3:28 PM | Link to this

NG completely collapsed, at home, against Byrnes in the second half, was totally dominated by Norcross for the first 20 minutes, and apparently got whipped and shut down by P Ridge so they aren’t all that. Still, they should handle Lassiter.

By Prhs

November 19, 2008 3:29 PM | Link to this

Ng17: get over it we beat yall. it doesnt matter a win is a win.

By HeadEast

November 19, 2008 3:58 PM | Link to this

For some strange reason I almost don’t care if East wins or loses as long as Camden takes care of business!

By raider fan

November 19, 2008 3:58 PM | Link to this

Homet GHS Student should be in class and not posting on here.

Game TIED (that means both teams had the same score) at end of regulation 21 - 21…the rest of the points were scored DURING overtime as each team played from the 15 yard

Go East!!

By Mobamby

November 19, 2008 4:08 PM | Link to this

TROJANDUDE wrote this I have tried my best to stir up some kind of reaction out of the Chapel Hill folks but am getting nowhere. I’ve kidded with them,, rolled over and played meek,, praised them. You name it. To tell the truth,(rare), I know hardly anything about their program. Recent strengths an weaknesses. Attitude. Heart. You know, that kind of stuff. Can anyone with recent first hand experience with them please help me out?

The reply is simple. There isn’t much to talk about when it comes to Chapel Hill. You guys are a big power from South Georgia and they’re just a team that had a decent season for the first time in their short history. They will never hold up against a team like yours. They’ll try hard , but facts are facts. Tell your kids this one is a cake walk. Your straters may only have to play one quarter at the most. The last time a Douglas County School played a team in a real playoff game was a few years back when Douglas County HS beat North Side in the first round and that’s it. Lightening could never strike your mighty South Georgia programs twice could it ?

By NHS

November 19, 2008 4:16 PM | Link to this

I’m glad Camden and Northside won’t be on TV. For those in the stands it makes for a real long night with all of the TV timeouts. If you want to see the game…go. I’m taking the long bus ride because it’s a priority. I have the belief that if you are a REAL FAN, you should be in the seats supporting your team. By the way, I’m just that…a fan…and old man with no children playing football or in the band. High school football is football at its best.

By Brookwood Mom

November 19, 2008 4:19 PM | Link to this

GraysonFan2: You mean you are not going to save me one of them NICE Gold seats on the 50?? Just kidding! then I will be on the 30 or 35 up top somewhere up there. Make sure you come and say “Hey” You to GHS Student if you are there.

By Jeff

November 19, 2008 4:26 PM | Link to this

I’ll come say hi to you Brookwood Mom! I’ll be on the band side up top around the 40 in a black leather jacket with my sons in Grayson uniforms.

By Syrupdawg

November 19, 2008 4:36 PM | Link to this

Looking forward to lots of teams heading down to Cairo for a good butt whupping. Hopefully Dunwoody will survive long enough to see some Hwy 84 dominance. Put up or shut up. Marist came down in 1990 noisy and went home sniveling Mr. Chadwick. I am still suffering from losing to C of Columbus last year.

By Brookwood Mom

November 19, 2008 4:37 PM | Link to this

Jeff: Well come on by. I’ll be looking for ya. Shouldn’t your boys be on the field though???

By lee champion

November 19, 2008 4:37 PM | Link to this

NHS, you are so right. I am a high school junkie and this week get two games! Carver/Woodward friday and Lagrange/Thomson Sat. I used to think it was all about college but now i understand that high school is the real, pure deal. If you love it, you GO to the game. Down Columbus/Harris County/Troup County way we usually have a game every Thursday to go with the weekend. Its great. Don’t have to have skin in the game to love it.

By lee champion

November 19, 2008 4:45 PM | Link to this

Hey Sgt Chris you going to Lagrange Sat night?

By lee champion

November 19, 2008 4:49 PM | Link to this

Hey Syrupdawg, yall are beatin the stuff out of everybody! Yall that good? Carver’s two playmakers on offense that beat yall last time are gone but the defense is still strong and the O line is big and mean. Lots of work for both to get to a Dec 5 game(coin flip for home) but could be an interesting rematch. Good luck Friday

By RealisticEP_Fan

November 19, 2008 4:59 PM | Link to this

jeff

EP big hitters on D are 1,9 and 26. Oh and 1.

I almost forgot, #1.

By mistermak

November 19, 2008 5:08 PM | Link to this

Ok its Wednesday!! 2 more days and we’ll be playing some football!!!! Gonna be some hittin goin on! NS are you ready to get hit?? Gonna be physical thats for sure! Can you tell I am hyped?

By mistermak

November 19, 2008 5:15 PM | Link to this

Greetings back to you Sportsfan31313! Yea it is cold but I think it is going to warm up a bit for the weekend but it is great football weather!

Ya’ll got your game plan ready for Lowndes! YOU know I am pulling for Bradwell! Upsets are great for football!!

By prhsfan

November 19, 2008 5:23 PM | Link to this

First: Region 5-AAAAA better than 7-AAAAA?

Is that why the fourth seed in 7-AAAAA was 8-2?

Second: Peachtree Ridge couldn’t beat North Gwin. on a dry field.

PRHS beat NG 21-7. Of those 21 points, 14 came on PASSING touchdowns. Maybe it only rained on the NG players’ hands.

Third: It has been a long season. Harrison surely has grown as a team, but Peachtree Ridge has grown NOTICEABLY better (i.e. who would’ve said they’d be #1 in region at the end of the year).

Peachtree Ridge 21 Harrison 13

By JAYBO

November 19, 2008 5:31 PM | Link to this

chicken going down,

It sounds like you’re getting a little nervous!!! You have talked smack last season(ns ows ga bulls…) and this season, but now you want to try and tone it down…I wonder why?? If ns owns ga and are the greatest program in ga as you say, why not go ahead and say that ns will dominate this untested camden team???…hanh???…why not?? I’ll tell you why…deep down you know ns is not as great as you think they are…..tell the truth, you’re nervous about this game aint you?? The reality is as I have been saying all along, you dont believe your own hype, if you did you would gurantee a ns victory!!! Then you have the nerve to say that ns has the edge over camden on camden’s homefield….man please give up drinking b/c its drowning your brain. Or maybe you need to quit all of that statistical research you enjoy so much b/c it has robbed you of the greatest tool in life….COMMON SENSE!!!! Finally, quit trying to put ns in the same sentence with Lowndes b/c you know oh too well that ns can’t even hold Lowndes jock strap!!!

By TrojanDude

November 19, 2008 5:32 PM | Link to this

Mobamby

Since I wrote my plea trying to find out something about Chapel Hill, I have heard your story. It is a good story indeed and I am proud for your community. Beleive me Coffee has been there and done that. I am sure the game will be enjoyable and like you Chapel Hill folks, we at Coffee are just happy to be there.

You know??? Wait just a minute…. Could this be an elaborate hoax staged by our North Georgia Brethren to lull the Trojans into complacencey? To send us into the contest with little sugar plum fairies bearing gifts of triumph dancing in our heads. YOU WOULDN’T!!! And after I’ve been so nice!!!

Guess you leave us no choice. We let out school early, fire up the Trojan Train, hook up the ammo car and come ready to play four Quarters……. NICE TRY!!!!

By RAMDAWG

November 19, 2008 5:39 PM | Link to this

go rammmmmmmmmmmms!!!!!!!!!!!

By Chris Whitfield

November 19, 2008 5:41 PM | Link to this

Anyone know when Todd and Chris post their predictions for this weeks games?

My picks are usually posted online some time on Thursday afternoon.

By slalom1

November 19, 2008 5:47 PM | Link to this

TODD, You make my point. The difference between AAAA and AAA in 2008 leans toward AAA being the toughest. Aside from Westside and maybe Statesboro, possibly Tucker, what does AAAA have? NOTHING. Glad to have St. Pius X, Baldwin, and Dunwoody in AAA. But having said that do you not believe that all of the above may have had a better chance in AAAA rather than in AAA?

By JAYBO

November 19, 2008 5:57 PM | Link to this

800p,

I’ll be looking for those guys at Carson. Hey talked with someone back home and was told that our old QB(PJ Williams), is playing CB at Carson. Thats not a suprise as he did play both at TCC…started at CB his soph year, then moved to QB his last two years b/c of his speed which is an asset when running the veer offense.

By politics-of-football

November 19, 2008 5:59 PM | Link to this

finally seen some footage of REID and DEMP’S, they look like a couple napkin’s in a wind storm, just cant seem to catch em, hopefully we will have a shot at them if all goes well with E.P Friday , as we have a very fast D# that has been impervious to the run all yr, also seen E.P video’s and they look very good O# has plenty of mix with run and pass game and the D# looks a little STINGY

By camdenwildcat

November 19, 2008 6:01 PM | Link to this

GO WILDCATS, YES I DO SIT ON THE VISITORS SIDE AMONG MANY WILDCATS FANS AND WE ARE LOUD VERY LOUD, AND WE DO CHEER FOR OUR YOUNG MEN IN BLUE. YOUR TEAM IS JUST TO SLOW NO FOOTBALL SPEED. BOTH HAVE GOOD DEFENSES CAMDEN THE BETTER OFFENSE, AND THE FASTER TEAM. MUCH FASTER TEAM. I WATCHED YOUR TEAM PLAY THREE TIMES VIA THE INTERNET. WAS NOT IMPRESS YOU SHOULD OF LOST THE CARVER GAME. PENALTY SAVE YOU, AND WE KNOW WHAT HAPPENED IN THAT LOWNDES GAME. YOU GUYS ARE SO SURE YOU ARE GOING TO WIN, PLEASE HAVE SO MERCY ON US.

By rw

November 19, 2008 6:01 PM | Link to this

TO PATRIOT: Sandy Creek plays Rome on Friday which is not from 6AAAA. However Rome will be the toughest opponent you guys have faced this year. Lets see how Sandy Creek does against a worthy opponent. Nothing against Sandy Creek true contenders have to be tested in the fire first to earn their respect instead of simply being given the benefit of the doubt by sports writers trying to put together rankings.

By slalom1

November 19, 2008 6:06 PM | Link to this

lee champion, I respect your passion for GHS football. Like you, I am a GHS football junkie. It is ALWAYS the Grangers first. But, if not I always have other teams that matter. i.e. Newnan, Callaway, and of course those “plowboys” down in Lowndes Co, along with the best in 2AAA; Carver and Shaw along with the Grangers. The Grangers’ offense is week by week work in progress. What the Grangers’ coaching staff has done this year is simply amazing. There is not much left of the original play-makers on offense. But as Caoch Pardue has said, ” One goes down and someone else steps up.” Counting pre-season there are no less than 9 Granger players who are either out for the year or recovering from injuries. I like the Grangers over Thompson. Then most likely it will be LG vs. Dunwoody on the road. Tough one to call. By the way be on the look out for a breaking story regarding one of AAA’s finest teams.

By SouthGARules

November 19, 2008 6:10 PM | Link to this

Mobamby: I believe that it was Warner Robins that lost to Douglas County in the first round in 2005. I remember the game being on CSS. Jeff: Don’t forget about #56 Hollingshed for Norcross. Brookwood Mom: Safe travels for you & your family next week as well as anyone else traveling. ENR: I’m with you. I would like to see Gwinnett versus Region 1-AAAAA next week.

By NSWR ouryear09

November 19, 2008 6:14 PM | Link to this

look.. every body keeps talking about if camden is battle tested it dont matter if they play johnson, the university of georgia bulldogs, the falcons, a pop warner football team (which is prolly better than johnson). northside is just a better football team and will show this this friday.

all summer all anyone heard was that northside will not be able to handle AAAAA especially region 1, you know what i say to them now? nothing because they arent worth my time and camden isnt either. the only team that has caught my eye is northside. the best team.

this game might be the first time that camden has some people in the away stands, they wont be able to react to people cheering against them at their home.

TV why yall talking about TV this aint the game this TV.

get your but down to camden if you wanna see a blow out.

By GHS Student

November 19, 2008 6:32 PM | Link to this

yea bud I know alot about football way more than you ever will i can guarantee that I have gone to uga games and grayson games my whole life even back when we were a small school. and ya its cuz you cant stop toney williams… sorry to tell you we got a stable of good running backs here at grayson chompin at the bit to get after that WEAK d-line. Now since your so educated why dont you tell me how much film you have watched on grayson cuz trust me I have seen plenty on the raiders. Ya its overtime but that doesnt mean your goal line defense should give up that many points especially whoever it was who got trucked in the end zone by williams.

By GHS Student

November 19, 2008 6:33 PM | Link to this

Brookwood Mom I would love to come and see you… if i can i will certainly try but im gonna be busy tryin to stay warm. I heard its only supposed to be in the 20s friday night with wind

By rw

November 19, 2008 6:35 PM | Link to this

To Slalom1: When you compare classifications and you make a statement that if you take the top teams away that classification does not have anything is idiotic. You stated AAAA would not be anything without Westside, Statesboro, and Tucker. If you take away 3 or 4 of the top teams in a class of course they wont be as strong. If Dunwoody, St Pius, and Baldwin left AAA it would not be as strong. If Lowndes, Camden, and Northside left AAAAA would not be as strong. What is your point! And by the way one of those AAA powerhouse teams you mentioned has already been eliminated. Give me a break.

By Brookwood Mom

November 19, 2008 6:43 PM | Link to this

GHS Student: Yea, I agree it will be really cold. Now I am trying to show ya’ll some LOVE by sitting there in the cold and cheering for you!! Showing you that Brookwood Mom forgives and like GraysonFan2 said “we need to stick together” Maybe I will have you guys converted into BRONCOS Fans next year. Ya think??

I am really excited about the game. It seems like it is going to be a mad house out there in Graysonville. It should be alot of fun.

By NHS #1

November 19, 2008 6:46 PM | Link to this

look grayson, lowndes, newnan, bradwell, camden and anyone else i forgot they all suck. northside is the best team in the state point blank period.

camden doesnt have homefield advantage there fans will be sitting on their buts trying to keep warm the whole game.

camden will not pull off the biggest upset of the year. (the biggest being lowndes over northside) NHS 28 camden 7 or maybe 10.

By AVikingFan

November 19, 2008 7:06 PM | Link to this

TO NHS: I read your post about being “just a fan.” Same for me. My two sons played for Lowndes in the 90’s, but I still go to all the games. In fact I have had the same season reserved seats at Martin stadium for 38 years. I have served as TD Club President and 8 years on the School Board.

Isn’t high school football great? Especially the playoffs?!!!!!

I have tooted Camden’s horn all year, but have finally come full cirlce. If NSWR can escape having any turn overs, have a good kicking game, Camden will NOT SCORE. (NSWR won’t score much either) Trying to run on Camden will not win it for you, they will shut Bacon down like Lowndes did the 2nd half if NSWR doesn’t throw some short passes.

What NSWR really needs to do is pick out about 6 guys and put 2 of’em out wide every play, and send then straight down the field. Next down send in two more and do the same thing. 3rd down send in two more an do the same thing, and keep rotating them. Camden’s corner backs will be puking by the 2nd quarter and walking back to the line of scrimmage. hey’ll have to start using safeties to help the CB’s. We did that successfully to them last year and in 2005 when they played their QB at corner some. Short passes to the backs out in the flats will cause the LB’s to run more than normal. THEN BACON WILL FIND SOME HOLES. We did that same thing to Ware once, and wore’em out.

We did some things last week strictly to make BI practice for them a couple of hours, hopefully more. You and I both know you have to do that stuff in the playoffs, to get an edge.

As for your game Friday, I predict 10-0, or at the most 17-0. NSWR will have a happy ride home. But turnovers and short punts or poor kick coverage changes things!

I’d better close before I get compared to ENR or Sportsfan 31313!!!!!!!!

By Josh

November 19, 2008 7:08 PM | Link to this

To all of the Newnan fans/players out there congratulations on making it the 2nd round of the playoffs. We are both looking forward to a great game out of our teams friday night and I sure hope we get it. I wish yall the best of luck friday night and can’t wait to see all of you there. Go Blue!!

By Film Boy

November 19, 2008 7:14 PM | Link to this

Hey TrojanMan I work for my Uncle this time of the year helping film the games which he in turn “trades” to the schools left in the brackets. I was at Chapel Hill HS last Friday night and I have to say you may want to leave a few of those train cars at home. This school is tiny and definitely lacks in parking and facilities. Carrollton HS they are not! Also depending on just how big Coffee normally travels with there isn’t much seating available. Their bleachers on either side were about the same as a REC ball field and standing room means standing in clay that they tried to cover with straw. Add 28 degrees Friday night and that 4.5 drive and you guys are going to wish you stayed home for what will be nothing more than a scrimmage preparing for PCHT or Harrison. They did have one parent out there with his own grill making hotdogs and he had sodas for sale. I’m still not sure how this little school with undersized players deserves to be in AAAAA. From what I saw of them, and knowing the Trojans the way I do, you should have your way with Chapel Hill. My guess is you’ll score 50 or 60 and they might get 3 if lucky. Have fun !

By JAYBO

November 19, 2008 7:40 PM | Link to this

Avikingfan,

That was a great post filled with much insight…enjoyed. Hey don’t worry you won’t be compared to enr posting like that…your posts makes too much sense…no comparison to his…LOL!!! Pulling for Lowndes, Brooks co, and Thomasville big time….thats home for me.. went to TCC!

By Fair Play Fan

November 19, 2008 7:43 PM | Link to this

Hey: A Viking Fan, more often than not you have p### me off talking about Lowndes. That is, blog after blog of Lowndes greatest. But you know, I like you a lot better! Thanks for that analysis on what it will take to beat Camden. It makes a lot of sense. Also, on how to trick the other team into practicing against playes that will not occur in the game. lol

By Camden Hood

November 19, 2008 7:50 PM | Link to this

The Camden and NSWR will be a great game. Both teams are there for a reason and highly ranked for a reason. Keep reading that Camden is weak and don”t play anyone, we cant help our region but I do know that is why we schedule our 3 first games of the year every year vs. quality opponents and do well. Camden has been to the semi finals 4 out of 5 years, so obvious they are beating the Atlanta metro teams to get there, so give them some slack, they are really a great and well coach team. So this friday the game will be played by two good teams and the winner advances, so good luck to all players on the field.

By Camden Hood

November 19, 2008 8:06 PM | Link to this

Also, I do recall that Couch Herron request to change regions about 3-4 years ago to region 1AAAAA, but the GHSA did not approve it, so we made the attempt and we will keep trying.

It is also amazing that for being such fans about the sport, some folks cannot open there eyes and realize that there is more football in the state of GA than Atlanta Metro. So if you are going to talk trash just, make sure you get your facts right and stop being so bias and just be a FAN…This is supposed to be fun and exciting.

By AVikingFan

November 19, 2008 8:24 PM | Link to this

Thanks FairPlayMan and Jaybo. Great time of the year ain’t it?

Speaking of tricking the other team into making them practice for stuff, in past years,lots of times before the Valdosta game we’d even practice a few crazy plays on Tuesday, knowing they had spies watching our practice. Sure enough we would always find out later (some player will always talk) that they practiced a whole afternoon on our “junk stuff” that we never intended to use. Since Tomberlin’s been over there I think they’ve quit watching us.

The one thing that helps us the most is the old saying success breeds success. the extra 5 weeks of practice helps the younger guys immensely. I’m sure Conrad Nix and Heron at Camden and the coach at Buford and other teams like that would say the same thing. This year we’ve had 16 players to score at least one point, and 15 to have at least five carries.

I’m anxious to see how Tift does this week, and of course Coffee. I hate it for my Harrison and EP friends, but I really think PeaRidge and Grayson will play another week. I sure hope Cairo, Thomasville, Brooks, Woodstock and Cook does too!

By Marc

November 19, 2008 8:26 PM | Link to this

I can only make a prediction about Tucker and if the coaches open up the offense early I don’t think anyone can stay with them. They aren’t big but very fast on both sides of the line. The games that the other team has held Tucker’s offense in check the defense was packed in and daring Tucker to throw anything but the coaches did little to change this.

By HW

November 19, 2008 8:52 PM | Link to this

rw finally somebody i totally agree with. When I’ve watched Sandy Creek, i’ve seen a team that looks like it can dominate, but lacks the toughness of a championship team. GO 6-AAAA!

By WRHSDEMON

November 19, 2008 9:11 PM | Link to this

EVERYONE FOR NSWR.

CAMDEN IS A GREAT FOOTBALL TEAM DONT LET THEY’RE PAST OPPONENTS FOOL YOU. WRHS SAW THAT BACK WHEN WE DEVOURED THEY’RE HOME GAME WINNING STREAK TWO YEARS AGO. BE READY FOR A HARD FOUGHT BATTLE. THEY’RE BETTER THAN YOU THINK MA BOYS.

SIGNED,

A WR DEMON

IM ROOTIN FOR YA NHS

By jhenry

November 19, 2008 9:49 PM | Link to this

To Jeff I am not now, nor have I ever been an idiot; and don’t you tell me to shut up. This is a blog, so I can say what I feel. And I feel that you are an boorish moron. Of course the object of the game is to hit hard and stop the run or prevent the reception, but nothing says that you should try to intentionally hurt a player. Besides stopping Greg Reid, which I doubt you’re able to do, doesn’t stop Lowndes. While Greg is a premier player and will get his, there are others that are just as dangerous. So go ahead and key in on Greg Reid, and you will be burned by someone else. Now does that sound like advice from and idiot. And I’ve never been in the band!

By Steve Barton

November 19, 2008 11:02 PM | Link to this

Yo Todd, Dunwoody did not drop down a classification. The Wildcats were in AAA for the last cycle. The cycle before that they were in AAAA.

By robert

November 19, 2008 11:13 PM | Link to this

Remember Northside fans, your Qb is so slow he will not have time to throw passes to those receivers running down the field, only lose yards being sacked. If you can’t pass you ain’t beating the Cats. Lowndes last year scored their only TD on a halfback pass against us. We are very fresh and have some plays we have not had to use beating our region with basic stuff. If you think #11 green is slow wait till he runs a punt or interception back against you. Bring all the fans you want. You still want be able to be heard over our crowd. good Luck you will need it.

By VSU Blazer

November 20, 2008 12:37 AM | Link to this

JAYBO…isn’t TCC’s season done? see you next year…

By NHS

November 20, 2008 12:43 AM | Link to this

I think it is safe to say that any team from 1AAAAA would beat Bradwell Ins., especially when our last place team, who didn’t win a region game, actually beat them this season. Houston Co. 20 Bradwell 16