Klein vs Cy Falls practice game

[legend]

:D This is always a interesting match-up. How will Falls look? Will Klein be able to hang with last years state runner-up. Who are the players to watch on both sides of the ball.

[cyfallsnumber1]

cy falls isnt the same team as last year. totally different line-up minus shane and will. but the cyfalls D will be good this year. i hope the o line can give shane the holes he needs to burst out of there.

[CyFallsMom]

Not the same team as far as players but the same mentality and drive to win.

Now, the scrimmage is just that - a scrimmage. Don't expect Cy Falls to come out with all guns blazing and in mid season form - ain't happening. It is an arena where the coaches can work out any kinks and see how they look against another team but there really isn't and shouldn't be a ton of competitiveness here. No score, no clock, not played as a real game, etc. It is necessary to have a scrimmage IMO but "win" or "lose" - it doesn't matter. We didn't look great at last year's scrimmage but I don't think they were trying to look great - just working on plays and such...that's what it should be about. It helps them get ready for the real deal.

[rodjohns]

Not the same team as far as players but the same mentality and drive to win.

Now, the scrimmage is just that - a scrimmage. Don't expect Cy Falls to come out with all guns blazing and in mid season form - ain't happening. It is an arena where the coaches can work out any kinks and see how they look against another team but there really isn't and shouldn't be a ton of competitiveness here. No score, no clock, not played as a real game, etc. It is necessary to have a scrimmage IMO but "win" or "lose" - it doesn't matter. We didn't look great at last year's scrimmage but I don't think they were trying to look great - just working on plays and such...that's what it should be about. It helps them get ready for the real deal.

Cy Falls is gonna get a whippin....:D

[CyFallsMom]

I love how a scrimmage somehow equates to a whipping even without it being a game. Maybe they will and I am pretty sure every one of them will sleep well if even if they do (since last year's team did too according to the Klein fanbase and went on to the state game). I would not lose an ounce of faith in the Eagles if they did go out and "get a whippin" because while they are getting "whipped" they are also getting things worked out for the real games. But you all keep telling yourself that whipping up on Cy Falls in scrimmage is the end all be all;)

[ktCarl]

I love how a scrimmage somehow equates to a whipping even without it being a game. Maybe they will and I am pretty sure every one of them will sleep well if even if they do (since last year's team did too according to the Klein fanbase and went on to the state game). I would not lose an ounce of faith in the Eagles if they did go out and "get a whippin" because while they are getting "whipped" they are also getting things worked out for the real games. But you all keep telling yourself that whipping up on Cy Falls in scrimmage is the end all be all;)

Well keep us informed how the scrimmage went anyway so I know what to look for in our first match up this season.

[CyFallsMom]

If I go, I sure will...I just don't get all caught up in scrimmages. I promise I will report if I do though:).

[rodjohns]

I love how a scrimmage somehow equates to a whipping even without it being a game. Maybe they will and I am pretty sure every one of them will sleep well if even if they do (since last year's team did too according to the Klein fanbase and went on to the state game). I would not lose an ounce of faith in the Eagles if they did go out and "get a whippin" because while they are getting "whipped" they are also getting things worked out for the real games. But you all keep telling yourself that whipping up on Cy Falls in scrimmage is the end all be all;)

Because of our first round whippin last year we look forward to giving the whippins this year....scrimmage or not it is real football with pads and real hitting. So strap up and get ready for some FOOTBALL.....:D

[CyFallsMom]

so they are held to the same rules, downs, etc? Uh huh - thought not:p

[rodjohns]

so they are held to the same rules, downs, etc? Uh huh - thought not:p

No, it is just a scrimmage. But the first time the pads pop and the big hits start happenin I get all fired up....It makes me wish I was 30 years younger and a whole lot skinnier....;)

[CyFallsMom]

yeah, I guess that could be true. When I drove by and saw the FB team out practicing the other day in pads, the fact that I had just driven and been stuck in an hour and a half of traffic and the ensuing bad mood just melted away like butter:D. Heck, I was excited when I saw some 6 year olds playing in helmets in front of Cy Fair High the other day!!

[rodjohns]

yeah, I guess that could be true. When I drove by and saw the FB team out practicing the other day in pads, the fact that I had just driven and been stuck in an hour and a half of traffic and the ensuing bad mood just melted away like butter:D. Heck, I was excited when I saw some 6 year olds playing in helmets in front of Cy Fair High the other day!!

It is ok, the first step is to get past the denial...

[CyFallsMom]

How did you know??? Who told you I was in the 12 step program??:D

[cyfallsbooster2]

Because of our first round whippin last year we look forward to giving the whippins this year....scrimmage or not it is real football with pads and real hitting. So strap up and get ready for some FOOTBALL.....:D

Be sure to tell your boys to strap 'em up tight! They is gonna get smacked!:D

[rodjohns]

Be sure to tell your boys to strap 'em up tight! They is gonna get smacked!:D

After what I saw tonight at the Klein practice Cy Falls better be strapped up tight also. I know you guys dont like to talk about JV football but the Cy Falls JV is in for a long night on Friday....

[CyFallsMom]

What is the obsession with this scrimmage?? I am just as excited as the next guy/gal for the season to start but it's a PRACTICE for crying out loud!! If it makes the Klein fans feel better about their team by winning a practice, then I guess I just need to let well enough alone and let them all revel in their glory because I am fairly certain that Falls doesn't go out there intending to beat the other team to a pulp like Klein seems to want to (or rather the fans want to:)). It's not worth it to go out and get injured because you want to "win the practice session".

[cyfallsbooster2]

After what I saw tonight at the Klein practice Cy Falls better be strapped up tight also. I know you guys dont like to talk about JV football but the Cy Falls JV is in for a long night on Friday....

Just be sure your boys are ready to RUN! They will be chasing some speed!:D

[rodjohns]

Just be sure your boys are ready to RUN! They will be chasing some speed!:D

Just like the Nike LT commercials "Quick is Deadly" I am not sure what the Freshmen or the Varsity from Klein will look like during this scrimmage but the JV is gonna light somebody up.....We kept all but one player on the JV from last Years 10-0 Freshmen team that spanked the Cy Falls Freshmen and pretty much everyone else. It is on like Donkey Kong..Can you tell I have had too much Coffee today????:D

[CyFallsMom]

Yeah, double shots it seems! You really ARE excited! I don't usually follow the sub varsity teams - would if I had a kid playing on them though.

[rodjohns]

Yeah, double shots it seems! You really ARE excited! I don't usually follow the sub varsity teams - would if I had a kid playing on them though.

Klein class of 2010 is very special. I went to Klein in 79' and I think they have the best shot at gettin to State as any I have seen. Wow I am really showing my age...

[cyfallsbooster2]

Klein class of 2010 is very special. I went to Klein in 79' and I think they have the best shot at gettin to State as any I have seen. Wow I am really showing my age...

Go back even further and I played for Klein in '74 & '75!:D
Coach Labay was the qb/backs/recievers coach back then. He has been there a LONG time.

[Redhoss]

Yeah, double shots it seems! You really ARE excited! I don't usually follow the sub varsity teams - would if I had a kid playing on them though.

CF Mom, take it as a compliment. Looks a little like Falls may be a bit of a target now :D

[CyFallsMom]

They may be by some but most are just throwing them to the side. That will be a great motivator for them too as you can imagine.

[Bobcat81]

They may be by some but most are just throwing them to the side. That will be a great motivator for them too as you can imagine.

Where is ya'lls scrimmage at?

[CyFallsMom]

At Cy Falls

[Bobcat81]

That's what i'm thinking for us as well.

That old field brings back some good memories. :)

[DOE9602]

Klein isn't going anywhere as long as Stan Labay is in charge over there...

[rodjohns]

Klein isn't going anywhere as long as Stan Labay is in charge over there...

Don't hate.:Censor: .appreciate :D Klein has big things in the works for the next 3 years..after that I gotta wait 2 more until my 10 year old gets there.

[New Guy in Town]

At Cy Falls

Is scrimmage at the high school? If so, what is best way to get there from the Galleria area. May go straight from work with traffic as it is. It is only scrimmage, but it should be good to see it all get started. Klein has to show something after the playoff loss and Katy up first to start the season. We should ask Klein coaches to do a poll. If you look at the end of last year and then the start of this year, they have seen a lot of good teams (Westfield, Klein Forest, Klein Oak and Lufkin to end season, Scrimmage with Cy Falls and then Katy to start this year). That is alot of playoff wins all in a row. They have Cy Ridge in week 2 and I think they have top recruit of junior class. Competition only makes you stronger.

[Bobcat81]

Is scrimmage at the high school? If so, what is best way to get there from the Galleria area. May go straight from work with traffic as it is. It is only scrimmage, but it should be good to see it all get started. Klein has to show something after the playoff loss and Katy up first to start the season. We should ask Klein coaches to do a poll. If you look at the end of last year and then the start of this year, they have seen a lot of good teams (Westfield, Klein Forest, Klein Oak and Lufkin to end season, Scrimmage with Cy Falls and then Katy to start this year). That is alot of playoff wins all in a row. They have Cy Ridge in week 2 and I think they have top recruit of junior class. Competition only makes you stronger.

The school is at 9811 Huffmeister, just N/W (outbound Hwy 290) of Hwy-6/1960..on the south side of Hwy 290. You'll see the huge Beige & Green water tower with "Cy-Falls" on it which is right by the school.

[CyFallsMom]

The athletic fields are in the back - go past the school and turn on Tuckerton (can only go right). Go all the way to the back and the field is on the other side of the parking lot.

[CyFalls#1]

Final score - CyFalls 63 Klein 14. A rout from the first possession. While Klein may have dominated the scrimmage in the controlled drills - particularly with their size in the lineman drills - when the whistle sounded and play was real CyFalls dominated every aspect of the game. Klein's two scores came against the "2"s - and were after long drawn-out drives with 90% running plays.

Any doubts about CyFalls offensively should be eliminated - the new scheme (even with missing 2 starting recs) was flawless. The defense more than held its own against a much larger Klein team. The best part of this - a little "?" mark was put in the minds of all Katy coaches (present in force scouting their Week 0 opponent) and in some of the players about how good Falls would be after reaching the state finals.

[ktCarl]

The best part of this - a little "?" mark was put in the minds of all Katy coaches (present in force scouting their Week 0 opponent) and in some of the players about how good Falls would be after reaching the state finals.

I would bet you a paycheck that the Katy coaches were only scouting Klein. :D

Do you really think the Katy coaches are thinking about Falls right now?

[New Guy in Town]

Final score - CyFalls 63 Klein 14. A rout from the first possession. While Klein may have dominated the scrimmage in the controlled drills - particularly with their size in the lineman drills - when the whistle sounded and play was real CyFalls dominated every aspect of the game. Klein's two scores came against the "2"s - and were after long drawn-out drives with 90% running plays.

Any doubts about CyFalls offensively should be eliminated - the new scheme (even with missing 2 starting recs) was flawless. The defense more than held its own against a much larger Klein team. The best part of this - a little "?" mark was put in the minds of all Katy coaches (present in force scouting their Week 0 opponent) and in some of the players about how good Falls would be after reaching the state finals.

The scrimmage ended up 8 scores to 2 scores in favor of Cy Falls, but when the starters played it was 0 to 0. Cy Falls played starters then second team, then starters followed by second team. Klein played starters, then second team, then 3rd team, then 4th team. Cy Falls scored 5 times with starters against 3rd team of Klein. Many Klein parents disappointed as starters only played 8 plays on defense, and 11 on offense.
In parking lot one of Klein coaches said "We have a game that counts in 6 days, so why play our guys here." Not what parents wanted to hear.
It was interesting to watch the skills competitions. CyFalls clearly did better in passing drill, but Klein lineman dominated the blocking/pass rush drill.
Klein kicker made uncontested 55 yard field goal, and missed on 62 yard attempt.
Since RodJohns has not written in, the Klein subvarsity got the best of CyFalls, not that it really matters.
Several Katy reps in the stands to watch event. Probably did not see much as most of Klein guys who will play thursday stood on sidelines.
About half way through the scrimmage word got around about kid from Westfield who was shot. Pretty upsetting. Students at scrimmage said there are alot of gang bangers on Westfield team. I hope that they can pull it together. Our prayers go out to his family.

[Bobcat81]

The scrimmage ended up 8 scores to 2 scores in favor of Cy Falls, but when the starters played it was 0 to 0. Cy Falls played starters then second team, then starters followed by second team. Klein played starters, then second team, then 3rd team, then 4th team. Cy Falls scored 5 times with starters against 3rd team of Klein. Many Klein parents disappointed as starters only played 8 plays on defense, and 11 on offense.
In parking lot one of Klein coaches said "We have a game that counts in 6 days, so why play our guys here." Not what parents wanted to hear.
It was interesting to watch the skills competitions. CyFalls clearly did better in passing drill, but Klein lineman dominated the blocking/pass rush drill.
Klein kicker made uncontested 55 yard field goal, and missed on 62 yard attempt.
Since RodJohns has not written in, the Klein subvarsity got the best of CyFalls, not that it really matters.
Several Katy reps in the stands to watch event. Probably did not see much as most of Klein guys who will play thursday stood on sidelines.
About half way through the scrimmage word got around about kid from Westfield who was shot. Pretty upsetting. Students at scrimmage said there are alot of gang bangers on Westfield team. I hope that they can pull it together. Our prayers go out to his family.


What a shame. This isn't the first time i've heard that about some of the players. The coachs & school need to get a handle of that right away if what they say is true. Letting stuff like that filter into an athletic program is inexcusable.

On the scrimmage though, it sounds as though Falls & Klein had a productive turn out. Much of what transpired here was about the same over at the Cy-Fair field. 1st team "O" against the 1st team "D" of the Woodlands and second team followed suit. Back & forth for several series followed by some goal-line D & O and ended with a full quarter of what i would call a game type scenario. Timed & keeping score. Several plays on the earlier series were scores but were blown dead by the officials once the ball carrier was past any potential tackling threat.

It was definately the perfect night for football. Next week couldn't get here fast enough for me.

[cyfallsnumber1]

cant wait until the start of the season. cy falls D looked great

[Bobcat81]

cant wait until the start of the season. cy falls D looked great

I had a feeling yalls "D" were going to look good. Lots of speed there.

How did Kolby Gray look at QB tonight? Any doubts?

[CyFallsMom]

I would bet you a paycheck that the Katy coaches were only scouting Klein.

Do you really think the Katy coaches are thinking about Falls right now?

Of course they were but I'll bet Cy Falls is in the back of their mind anyway;). At least they should be meshed in their psyche by now:D

Sounds like it went pretty good - even though it's only practice. Sounds like both teams did what I suspect they would have to do - worked on placement and execution of plays. Great to hear about the offense looking strong. Defense will only get better as they go along.

[CyFalls#1]

The scrimmage ended up 8 scores to 2 scores in favor of Cy Falls, but when the starters played it was 0 to 0.

So Klein's 1st defense played 4 plays of the first 6 on Falls' first series? Wow, guess I missed the mass substitution in the middle of a drive. And the score was 9-2. Not that it really matters - a pretty thorough thrashing from the 1's, 2's and 3's of Falls - all of which played against their respective counterparts of Klein. And this was with Falls missing 2 offensive starters - including the fastest player on the team. I doubt the outcome would be notably different in a real game - Klein is big and lumbering; not as fast as need be to keep up with Falls' overall team speed.

I'll grant you Klein's success in the lineman drills - you carried a 30+ lb size advantage across the board. And the drills emphasized a "bull rush" only, with linemen not having to worry about getting cut, looking for the back, watching for screens, etc... And the last time I looked, drills weren't run in game situations.

And as to playing a game in 6 or 7 days - Falls plays as well. Against a very talented Bryan team. Scrimmages are meant to prepare your team for the upcoming season, and to allow the kids to go against different competition. In Falls' case, that means replacing 21 starters and installing a new offense - both measures deemed successful in the scrimmage.

Finally, the Katy "?". CyFalls would NEVER QUESTION OR CHALLENGE THE UNDISPUTED REIGN OF THE ALMIGHTY KATY TIGERS IN REGION III ;) - especially when replacing 21 starters. KATY'S spot in the big dance is assured, and everything from now until then is just dress rehearsal. Falls' cupboard is nowhere near as bare as some would like it to be - and the display of speed and quick strike capability alone should serve notice to the Katy coaches that Falls would very much enjoy a rematch in the playoffs.

[ktCarl]

Finally, the Katy "?". CyFalls would NEVER QUESTION OR CHALLENGE THE UNDISPUTED REIGN OF THE ALMIGHTY KATY TIGERS IN REGION III ;) - especially when replacing 21 starters. KATY'S spot in the big dance is assured, and everything from now until then is just dress rehearsal. Falls' cupboard is nowhere near as bare as some would like it to be - and the display of speed and quick strike capability alone should serve notice to the Katy coaches that Falls would very much enjoy a rematch in the playoffs.

I think the Katy '?' was submitted by you and not the Katy coaches. I'm sure you and a lot of Falls people think of Katy more than Katy people and coaches think of you. ;) We are thinking of Klein because it's our first game and Klein deserves our due respect.

[CyFalls#1]

I think the Katy '?' was submitted by you and not the Katy coaches. I'm sure you and a lot of Falls people think of Katy more than Katy people and coaches think of you. ;) We are thinking of Klein because it's our first game and Klein deserves our due respect.

Get over yourself. The pompousness of Katy followers is what makes Katy an easy target to poke. Katy is nothing special in Falls' eyes - merely a program trying to take the R3 title from Falls. Period. The "?" is the realization that Katy will have a little competition in R3 - hopefully from a Falls team thought to be void of talent.

[ktCarl]

Get over yourself. The pompousness of Katy followers is what makes Katy an easy target to poke. Katy is nothing special in Falls' eyes - merely a program trying to take the R3 title from Falls. Period. The "?" is the realization that Katy will have a little competition in R3 - hopefully from a Falls team thought to be void of talent.

Then why must you bring it up all the time? I certainly don't and I gave Falls all the kudos they deserved. Just ask Falls last years players. Most of Katy's followers know a team given the right game day circumstances can beat us. We've witnessed it more than once before. I find more 'pompousness' in you and a few (not all) Falls fans over last years game with Katy. You RARELY if ever bring up the following semi-Final game and Final game against Cedar Hill. Why is that? :confused:

[twcpfan1]

Then why must you bring it up all the time? I certainly don't and I gave Falls all the kudos they deserved. Just ask Falls last years players. Most of Katy's followers know a team given the right game day circumstances can beat us. We've witnessed it more than once before. I find more 'pompousness' in you and a few (not all) Falls fans over last years game with Katy. You RARELY if ever bring up the following semi-Final game and Final game against Cedar Hill. Why is that? :confused:

Because they need to be loved and accepted. :D

[Bobcat81]

Get over yourself. The pompousness of Katy followers is what makes Katy an easy target to poke. Katy is nothing special in Falls' eyes - merely a program trying to take the R3 title from Falls. Period. The "?" is the realization that Katy will have a little competition in R3 - hopefully from a Falls team thought to be void of talent.

Thats getting a little ahead there isn't it?

I'd be thinking about Jersey Village and a slew of others in 17-5A that Falls needs to get past before Katy should ever enter the picture.

[ktCarl]

Thats getting a little ahead there isn't it?

I'd be thinking about Jersey Village and a slew of others in 17-5A that Falls needs to get past before Katy should ever enter the picture.


WE are certainly thinking about Klein Klein Klein. We have the Woodz and ACM before District starts. Klein is on my mind and the disappointment of the Cy-Fair vs Stratford game being moved to Thursday. :cry

[legend]

Funny, How leading up to the game Falls fans said it only a practice, and it don't matter. After scoring on Klein's 2,3,and dominating the 4th team, I must say! Rest assured if it was a real game, Fall's qb would not have 6 seconds to find a receiver.
Not to take anything from Falls skilled players they look good, but I would be concern with your D, as on several runs by Klein's palmer. He ran over your d players, then on another play they never took him down.
After talking to some of Klein players, they said as soon as the one on one drill's ended, a guy from rivals informed them of Herman's death.
They said after the news several of the starters cried, totally lost interest in playing. Once the coaching staff saw their reaction, they said Labay pulled back more then he had planned. He noticed Katy's coaches scouting, and said since they did not have a scimmage, he only want to send them film with the base D and O.
Now given these guys have played each other since they were kids in the AAYF. I can understand the shock of hearing one of your biggest and best rival, has been killed.
No worries Klein fans they will show up when they go to katy.

[ktCarl]

No worries Klein fans they will show up when they go to katy.

That's what Katy fans are thinking. You guys ALWAYS show up.

[rwilleby]

Step away from the computer Carl... Cy-Falls is a no win conversation...

[CyFallsMom]

I'm sure you and a lot of Falls people think of Katy more than Katy people and coaches think of you.

Then why was the topic of Cy Falls brought up on the Katy site this week? It wasn't anything bad or against Falls but it was still brought up.


Funny, How leading up to the game Falls fans said it only a practice, and it don't matter

I believe I was the only one who said that so it should be reworded to say Falls "fan". CyFalls#1 is one of the most knowledgeable fans and an all around nice guy. He just sees it as many of us over here see it...say anything even remotely negative about Katy and the board blows up. It always has to be positive and how much others love them. I respect Katy a great deal and they are one of the best programs ever in the Houston area but love is not part of that respect and never will be. Last year, before the game, most of the negativity was focused on Falls by a select few Katy fans about how the Eagles didn't stand a chance, etc, etc. Those things don't just go out the window...they are remembered by many. Just this summer, I mentioned the band sideline thing - the BAND of all things - and lost at least one friend over there. It's just taken too seriously and over the top sometimes. It's still just a high school like the rest of them.

Katy is in the same boat as Cy Falls right now - neither has proven anything this season...yet:). Right now ALL teams are in that boat until Thursday at least...then the "fighting" can really begin:D.

[CyFallsMom]

Because they need to be loved and accepted.

The only people that these boys need love and respect from are their coaches, parents, family and fans.

You RARELY if ever bring up the following semi-Final game and Final game against Cedar Hill. Why is that?

Maybe that's because their fans didn't give us grief. Both were quite respectful in our games. Two of the nicest fans I "talked" to through PM's were a Cedar Hill dad and a Mac dad. They didn't put us down for 7 full days before the games nor did they write us off the week before. We were not looked down upon or subject to SAT illustration by them as that "team that lost to Jersey Village but we beat JV by 50 therefore....we will have beat Falls by the first quarter".

[KT2000]

We were not looked down upon or subject to SAT illustration by them as that "team that lost to Jersey Village but we beat JV by 50 therefore....we will have beat Falls by the first quarter".

That's weird. I don't remember anyone claiming that during the week. At least not one of the established members. Then again, I didn't pay a ton of attention to that 50 page thread that week. I thought Falls to be inconsistent last year, but knew they had the athletes to play with anyone if they were on their game. I certainly didn't expect a blow out. Cy Falls was loaded up with seniors who'd experienced some playoff success as underclassmen. I hope they are good this year because Region 3 is much weaker overall right now than it should be. The individual talent is strong, but definitely lacking as far as producing quality TEAMS.

[ktCarl]

Then why was the topic of Cy Falls brought up on the Katy site this week? It wasn't anything bad or against Falls but it was still brought up.


Falls was brought up in a posters opinion of the TOP 10 in R3. Falls was one of about 15 teams mentioned.

[ktCarl]

Step away from the computer Carl... Cy-Falls is a no win conversation...

I think you are correct.

[twcpfan1]

The only people that these boys need love and respect from are their coaches, parents, family and fans.



Maybe that's because their fans didn't give us grief. Both were quite respectful in our games. Two of the nicest fans I "talked" to through PM's were a Cedar Hill dad and a Mac dad. They didn't put us down for 7 full days before the games nor did they write us off the week before. We were not looked down upon or subject to SAT illustration by them as that "team that lost to Jersey Village but we beat JV by 50 therefore....we will have beat Falls by the first quarter".

I believe it was a tongue in cheek response in reference to Falls fans, not players. :) It's the fans who need the love :D

[Redhoss]

Of course they were but I'll bet Cy Falls is in the back of their mind anyway;). At least they should be meshed in their psyche by now:D

Sounds like it went pretty good - even though it's only practice. Sounds like both teams did what I suspect they would have to do - worked on placement and execution of plays. Great to hear about the offense looking strong. Defense will only get better as they go along.

I can't speak for the coaches but I'll tell ya right up front, Bring it on.
I'd like nothing better than to play Falls again. :D

[New Guy in Town]

Funny, How leading up to the game Falls fans said it only a practice, and it don't matter. After scoring on Klein's 2,3,and dominating the 4th team, I must say! Rest assured if it was a real game, Fall's qb would not have 6 seconds to find a receiver.
Not to take anything from Falls skilled players they look good, but I would be concern with your D, as on several runs by Klein's palmer. He ran over your d players, then on another play they never took him down.
After talking to some of Klein players, they said as soon as the one on one drill's ended, a guy from rivals informed them of Herman's death.
They said after the news several of the starters cried, totally lost interest in playing. Once the coaching staff saw their reaction, they said Labay pulled back more then he had planned. He noticed Katy's coaches scouting, and said since they did not have a scimmage, he only want to send them film with the base D and O.
Now given these guys have played each other since they were kids in the AAYF. I can understand the shock of hearing one of your biggest and best rival, has been killed.
No worries Klein fans they will show up when they go to katy.

Many of Klein's seniors knew Herman Mitchell well. In fact several attended summer school with him so if they had option to, they could graduate in December and do spring ball at college. They have played against each other since they were in 3rd grade. I was aware of the number of kids at Klein who knew him, but was surprised how deeply saddened many were as they got on the bus to ride back to Klein.
The seniors were looking forward to the live game situation quarter at the end of the scrimmage, but it never happened.
A shame that some one so young is gone. It is a sobering wake up call for all of us. 15-23 can be a dangerous age for all our children, and especially in some of the lower income areas around Houston and the rest of the country.

[rodjohns]

Ok. So know I am back from coaching my Pee Wee game with my 10 year old, we won 40-6...but that is a different thread.

My take on the Cy Falls Scrimmage is as follows:

Freshmen games were pretty even (what I got to see) I think both sides A and B were about 2-3 TD's apiece.

JV B team was pretty even until Cy Falls started throwing the ball. I think Cy Falls had around 5 or 6 to Kleins 2-3.

The Klein JV A team handed out a beat down on the Cy Falls JV A team. I think the final was 7 or 8 td's to 0. The 2 starters at RB were Dakota and Patrick and they looked really good. The difference between the JV A team and the Varsity is that the JV has a passing game to go with the outstanding RB's. I TOLD YOU GUYS THE KLEIN CLASS OF 2010 IS SPECIAL. If you were at the game tell me I am wrong.

The Varsity was a complete Blow out after the Combine drills. It could be attributed to the rotation or the Coaching or the Talent or the loss of a fallen brother...No Excuses form me on this. But the fact remains that what I saw from the CY Falls camp I was very impressed with. The Cy Falls QB # 6 is a speed merchant from the word go. Lil # 10 at Wide out was also very quick. I am very impressed with Cy falls.

All I know is that my Kid got his first chance at Varsity as a sophomore and he did not get hurt and he actually handled his business at Corner and RB. You go boy!!!

Good luck to Klein and Cy Falls this upcoming season!

Prayers to the Mitchell family!

[CyFallsMom]

Good luck to Klein as well! Just be ready for the big red machine next week!! It's at their stadium so bring LOTS of fans! I still don't think the scrimmage makes a huge difference...Cy Falls should feel good about how well they did but in the end, it's all about the real games. I am sure hoping they do just as well there OR BETTER!!!

I believe it was a tongue in cheek response in reference to Falls fans, not players. It's the fans who need the love

Oh, well then, you might be on to something:p

and KT2000, I still have that entire thread printed up in case needed:D. I kept it for posterity due to the serious lack of long term memory that we all seem to have. It was also posted the year before when we lost to Cy Creek and Katy blew them out. sometimes x<y therfore z>x does not always work out!!

[pack0808]

Ok. So know I am back from coaching my Pee Wee game with my 10 year old, we won 40-6...but that is a different thread.

My take on the Cy Falls Scrimmage is as follows:

Freshmen games were pretty even (what I got to see) I think both sides A and B were about 2-3 TD's apiece.

JV B team was pretty even until Cy Falls started throwing the ball. I think Cy Falls had around 5 or 6 to Kleins 2-3.

The Klein JV A team handed out a beat down on the Cy Falls JV A team. I think the final was 7 or 8 td's to 0. The 2 starters at RB were Dakota and Patrick and they looked really good. The difference between the JV A team and the Varsity is that the JV has a passing game to go with the outstanding RB's. I TOLD YOU GUYS THE KLEIN CLASS OF 2010 IS SPECIAL. If you were at the game tell me I am wrong.

The Varsity was a complete Blow out after the Combine drills. It could be attributed to the rotation or the Coaching or the Talent or the loss of a fallen brother...No Excuses form me on this. But the fact remains that what I saw from the CY Falls camp I was very impressed with. The Cy Falls QB # 6 is a speed merchant from the word go. Lil # 10 at Wide out was also very quick. I am very impressed with Cy falls.

All I know is that my Kid got his first chance at Varsity as a sophomore and he did not get hurt and he actually handled his business at Corner and RB. You go boy!!!

Good luck to Klein and Cy Falls this upcoming season!

Prayers to the Mitchell family!



I have been hearing that crap for future Klein teams from Klein fans a million times and nothing ever changes. Still a average team when they get to varsity. I cannot tell you how many times I have heard about Klein's great Jv teams? Every year since 04 at least. :rolleyes:

[rodjohns]

I have been hearing that crap for future Klein teams from Klein fans a million times and nothing ever changes. Still a average team when they get to varsity. I cannot tell you how many times I have heard about Klein's great Jv teams? Every year since 04 at least. :rolleyes:

It aint crap if it is true. We just have to figure out how to make the transition from JV to Varsity. Klein always has great Sub Varsity teams. So can someone tell me why that is?

By the way this is the first year that I can remember so many Sophs are getting some PT on Varsity. Last year we did not have one Soph on Varsity.

The JV A team at Klein was pretty good the other night...cant take that away from them...

[pack0808]

It aint crap if it is true. We just have to figure out how to make the transition from JV to Varsity. Klein always has great Sub Varsity teams. So can someone tell me why that is?

By the way this is the first year that I can remember so many Sophs are getting some PT on Varsity. Last year we did not have one Soph on Varsity.

The JV A team at Klein was pretty good the other night...cant take that away from them...



I will believe it when I see it.

[WestlandTiger'95]

Get over yourself. The pompousness of Katy followers is what makes Katy an easy target to poke. Katy is nothing special in Falls' eyes - merely a program trying to take the R3 title from Falls. Period. The "?" is the realization that Katy will have a little competition in R3 - hopefully from a Falls team thought to be void of talent.

this statement itself is pompous....because Cy falls may have a down year then katy wont have any competition for R3....wow. That was a great game last year and the better team that day won....but to say that katy was nothing special in falls eyes is just ridiculous. Katy is something special to every football player or fan. If that wasnt the case it wouldnt be that big of a deal to beat katy. We (katy fans) arent any easier to poke at than the rest of the homers in the world.... there just happen to be great number to pick at.:D

You sound like you've been on the HILL for a long time now and it's our job to knock you off....you may be on top of it for the moment but dont get to comfortable. I think we all know who the king of this hill is. I liked that...."katy is merely a program trying to take the R3 title from falls", that was a good one.

[CyFallsMom]

Katy is something special to every football player or fan

Not to me...they are just another team. A historic, talented and very traditional team but just another team. That statement in itself is a bit pompous. But since you are a good guy, I'll let it slide;). The only two teams that have ever been special to me are the Spring Branch Bears and the Cypress Falls Golden Eagles. I'll add Stratford in there as well since my husband was on the staff and I followed them for about 10 years. You said every fan and that would include me so you might need to revise that:)

I am more concerned with Bryan and Westfield at the moment.

[rwilleby]

Westland don't let it get to you... We know the score... 4-0... Besides, this isn't a Katy thread...

[KT2000]

Not to me...they are just another team. A historic, talented and very traditional team but just another team.

That's like saying Michelangelo was just some dude who scribbled on a roof.

;)

[kchsfan]

It aint crap if it is true. We just have to figure out how to make the transition from JV to Varsity. Klein always has great Sub Varsity teams. So can someone tell me why that is?

By the way this is the first year that I can remember so many Sophs are getting some PT on Varsity. Last year we did not have one Soph on Varsity.

The JV A team at Klein was pretty good the other night...cant take that away from them...


Rodjohn,

You said earlier in your posts that the JV remained intact except for one from last years freshman team. Now you say "so many sophs are getting PT on varsity". I am ex-Ram and know many of them well so can you let me know which sophs are looking to land on varsity? Very surprised to hear this considering how talented the upperclassmen are suppose to be.

Soph need to stay on JV unless they will be seeing quality PT.


KC is very junior ladened and thin at most spots with quality players but they will show up for Coach K.

[Football4life]

Klein always has breaks in there talent... This years seniors where dominate, and this years juniors weren't the best, this years soph are very good, but this years freshman aren't that's why Klein can never mount up a good team

[CyFallsMom]

That's like saying Michelangelo was just some dude who scribbled on a roof

OMG - I hope you are kidding:rolleyes:

Wonder if you Klein Bearkats are reading this:)

[rodjohns]

Rodjohn,

You said earlier in your posts that the JV remained intact except for one from last years freshman team. Now you say "so many sophs are getting PT on varsity". I am ex-Ram and know many of them well so can you let me know which sophs are looking to land on varsity? Very surprised to hear this considering how talented the upperclassmen are suppose to be.

Soph need to stay on JV unless they will be seeing quality PT.


KC is very junior ladened and thin at most spots with quality players but they will show up for Coach K.

Not sure who will and who wont end up on Varsity. I can tell you that I hope the JV stay together this year. I can tell you most JV squads we play hope they break up and go to Varsity. Playing time as a sophomore is very important, I know I want my guy to get the most PT possible JV or Varsity. That is clearly the only way you get better. The exposure on the Varsity level is also important.

Can anyone tell me if you can play both JV and Varsity? Is there a rule that says you have to play one not both?

[KT2000]

OMG - I hope you are kidding:rolleyes:

Wonder if you Klein Bearkats are reading this:)

Did you miss the ;) ? haha

[Miss Kitty]

This thread has some entertaining posts so let me add my 2 cents...

First of all Katy was first mentioned in this thread by a CyFalls fan. We really are not focused on the Eagles at all. That is not showing them any disrespect, that is simply taking one game at a time. Right now, we are focused on Klein. We are going to use this game and the other two following to work on our game, and get ready for district. Again, one game at a time. And since CyFalls is not one of our pre district games, it is just not in the visual right now. Nor should it be.

Our coaches are great and most people who truly understand the game will agree to that. There are many great coaching staffs out there and they will pretty much all tell you the same thing. Looking too far ahead can bite you in the butt. Our coaches, take it one game at a time.

So CyFalls, you may think you are a target now, and you may be to some, but not to us, not yet anyway. And I am sure your coaches feel the same way. They are the target of the first team they play and no other.

Klein is a very strong opponent and they are our target right now. We will give them the respect they have due this week. But don't worry. We will have plenty of respect left for you if the time comes.

[Bobcat81]

This thread has some entertaining posts so let me add my 2 cents...

First of all Katy was first mentioned in this thread by a CyFalls fan. We really are not focused on the Eagles at all. That is not showing them any disrespect, that is simply taking one game at a time. Right now, we are focused on Klein. We are going to use this game and the other two following to work on our game, and get ready for district. Again, one game at a time. And since CyFalls is not one of our pre district games, it is just not in the visual right now. Nor should it be.

Our coaches are great and most people who truly understand the game will agree to that. There are many great coaching staffs out there and they will pretty much all tell you the same thing. Looking to far ahead can bite you in the butt. Our coaches, take it one game at a time.

So CyFalls, you may think you are a target now, and you may be to some, but not to us, not yet anyway. And I am sure your coaches feel the same way. They are the target of the first team they play and no other.

Klein is a very strong opponent and they are our target right now. We will give them the respect they have due this week. But don't worry. We will have plenty of respect left for you if the time comes.


You are absolutely right.

I have no idea how that equasion could have ever come up so early in the seaon. A Falls-Katy matchup is so far out of possibility at this point, it would be like betting we'd get a 5 foot snow storm tomorrow.

[t00 playa]

ahhhhh how dramatic.... but fun ..... katy is still the target in my opinion.... but hopefully falls does well this year for thier fans sake as well...:eek:

[CyFallsMom]

This thread has some entertaining posts so let me add my 2 cents...

First of all Katy was first mentioned in this thread by a CyFalls fan. We really are not focused on the Eagles at all. That is not showing them any disrespect, that is simply taking one game at a time. Right now, we are focused on Klein. We are going to use this game and the other two following to work on our game, and get ready for district. Again, one game at a time. And since CyFalls is not one of our pre district games, it is just not in the visual right now. Nor should it be.

Our coaches are great and most people who truly understand the game will agree to that. There are many great coaching staffs out there and they will pretty much all tell you the same thing. Looking too far ahead can bite you in the butt. Our coaches, take it one game at a time.

So CyFalls, you may think you are a target now, and you may be to some, but not to us, not yet anyway. And I am sure your coaches feel the same way. They are the target of the first team they play and no other.

Klein is a very strong opponent and they are our target right now. We will give them the respect they have due this week. But don't worry. We will have plenty of respect left for you if the time comes.

This is true of Cy Falls too - Bryan is first and foremost with Westfield close behind. Trust me, Cy Falls, the team and coaches, are not looking ahead - that is left to fans only. Now, Katy taking it one game at a time - that hasn't always been the case for the fans there, many of whom bought tickets to the state game in September...as I'm sure the case will be this year. And, in their defense, why not? Looks like this is probably Katy's year according to all of the Katy fans and many publications and polls and you should be prepared if that is going to be the case.

However, I don't think the players or coaches think like that at all and never have - just the fans. So, with that in mind, what's the matter with a little wishful thinking on the Falls fans part as well that we should repeat last year and go one win further? The team isn't thinking ahead, only the fans. The team is in a pretty good mental and physical state from the reports I've received...they are primed and ready to start just like thousands of others out there. The dream is always alive at the start for everyone and anything can happen in high school football...it's not a dream reserved just for a select few at the beginning of the season - it's for any and every team.

As for any comments made here regarding Katy, sometimes those are made because of events that have occurred of which many others have no clue about. The picture does not always portray the big picture.

[kchsfan]

Not sure who will and who wont end up on Varsity. I can tell you that I hope the JV stay together this year. I can tell you most JV squads we play hope they break up and go to Varsity. Playing time as a sophomore is very important, I know I want my guy to get the most PT possible JV or Varsity. That is clearly the only way you get better. The exposure on the Varsity level is also important.

Can anyone tell me if you can play both JV and Varsity? Is there a rule that says you have to play one not both?

Not in the same week. Best if your son could play 5-6 JV then get some experience with the big boys whether he plays or not late in the season. As you know, KC had to play 5-6 Soph last year and though they are talented, they were smoked. All but one of those returns as starters except Mr. Wagner who has left for other parts. KC will start 1 soph, 11 or 12 juniors so we are young again.

Good luck Thursday.

[CyFallsMom]

I have no idea how that equasion could have ever come up so early in the seaon. A Falls-Katy matchup is so far out of possibility at this point, it would be like betting we'd get a 5 foot snow storm tomorrow.

I think someone brought it up as wishful thinking but I don't think anyone here would come out and say that there is a good chance of this happening. It could but, like you said, way out of the picture at this moment in time. I'm sure the Cy Falls locker room doesn't have dartboards with Katy Tigers all over them - in fact, I would bet my next paycheck they don't!! They are more than likely the last thing they are thinking about - there are Vikings, Mustangs, Rams, Bobcats, Panthers, Cougars, Falcons, Lobos - all sorts of other cats, birds, dogs and guys from the Capital One commercial in the path before any Tiger is allowed in:)

[Miss Kitty]

This is true of Cy Falls too - Bryan is first and foremost with Westfield close behind. Trust me, Cy Falls, the team and coaches, are not looking ahead - that is left to fans only. Now, Katy taking it one game at a time - that hasn't always been the case for the fans there, many of whom bought tickets to the state game in September...as I'm sure the case will be this year. And, in their defense, why not? Looks like this is probably Katy's year according to all of the Katy fans and many publications and polls and you should be prepared if that is going to be the case.

However, I don't think the players or coaches think like that at all and never have - just the fans. So, with that in mind, what's the matter with a little wishful thinking on the Falls fans part as well that we should repeat last year and go one win further? The team isn't thinking ahead, only the fans. The team is in a pretty good mental and physical state from the reports I've received...they are primed and ready to start just like thousands of others out there. The dream is always alive at the start for everyone and anything can happen in high school football...it's not a dream reserved just for a select few at the beginning of the season - it's for any and every team.

Good luck to CF but mostly I hope EVERYONE has an injury free season.

Good luck to CF but mostly I hope EVERYONE has a injury free season.

As for any comments made here regarding Katy, sometimes those are made because of events that have occurred of which many others have no clue about. The picture does not always portray the big picture.

It just seems that to a couple of CF posters on here that Katy is just looking for some kind of rematch. Nope, at least not the peeps I know and I know allot of them, fans, players, parents, coaches. Last year was last year and this is a whole new season. I think the dream should be alive for all of the teams. Do we all have a target goal, sure and it is state. But the road there is one game at a time. Oh and the majority of Katy fans that had state tickets were and did go to the state game no matter who played. I knew allot of them too. Football fans are football fans.

[Miss Kitty]

Good luck to CF. But mostly I hope EVERYONE has an injury free season.

[Redhoss]

OMG - I hope you are kidding:rolleyes:Wonder if you Klein Bearkats are reading this:)


He's dead serious. Look at the past art renderings and the comparison to the recent almost 2 decades of Katy's masterpiece seasons.

By the way, the history of Katy's reign has nothing to do with Klein.

[rodjohns]

He's dead serious. Look at the past art renderings and the comparison to the recent almost 2 decades of Katy's masterpiece seasons.

By the way, the history of Katy's reign has nothing to do with Klein.

Katy is good no doubt. I just hope we give you guys a good game and come away injury free...

[Dynastybegan86]

Ok, so I get on the site to see if anyone is talking Klien football, and what do I find? To my amazement(not really) I read cyfalls#1 or cyfallsfan, whomever! dragging Katy into a conversation about a SCRIMMAGE! Whatever dude! I kinda figured last year would be on y'alls mind, seeing you couldn't close the deal at the end. Great season, great wins! Congratultions! WAIT! I said this last year. I am so sorry. cyfalls get over yourselves:cry . BTW, KT2000, nice thoughts. Klien, besides size, what do you have? This is a friendly question. Just want to talk football, cyfalls needs to wake up from their dream. I think some other cyfair isd fan said it best, cyfalls needs to be thinking about their own non-district games and 17-5a. So Klien..tell me. Good luck as well. We Katy fans are pretty knowledgeable and friendly when it comes to football, and life for that matter. Looking forward to Thursday, see you there!!

[cyfallsbooster2]

I was in Venice, LA on a fishing trip this past weekend and was anxious to find out how the scrimmage went. Sounds encouraging. I know Klein is always a tough game. As CF#1 was eluding to, maybe Falls is not so desperate and desolate this year as some posters have been preaching during the offseason. Although, the real test comes next week with a real game situation. It has always been a back-and-forth series with Bryan, and usually a very close game. I will be making the trip up to Bryan this Friday to see the game and am trying to decide whether to stay over night as my beloved Aggies open this weekend against the powerhouse Montana State!:D

[CyFallsMom]

Talk about a butt kickin'!!! Montana State?? Poor kids - not only to lose to A&M but to have to go into Kyle Field itself and get the Aggie treatment:)

[cyfallsbooster2]

I believe in the Aggies but am not taking anything for granted. Last year had some close games with the "underdog" teams. I am going to try and hook up with Oldathlete and get an update on Roger and Derek.

[CyFallsMom]

Tell Oldathlete hello for me - hope he's doing better! And they BETTER put those Falls boys in to play (LOL)!!

[cyfallsbooster2]

He's dead serious. Look at the past art renderings and the comparison to the recent almost 2 decades of Katy's masterpiece seasons.

By the way, the history of Katy's reign has nothing to do with Klein.

Thank you for staying in subject.........I think!?:D

[F.O.E.]

Cy Falls is gonna get a whippin....:D

Haven't heard from you in awhile, rodjohns, hope you got a chance to see the scrimmage

[rodjohns]

Haven't heard from you in awhile, rodjohns, hope you got a chance to see the scrimmage

I am here. Just got back from the Dentist...was not much worse than the A@$%% whippin that Cy Falls Varsity put on us.

Did anyone see the JV A team game? That is what I was refering to when I said Cy Falls was gonna get a whippin...:D Klein JV A team did to Cy Fallls what the Cy Falls Varsity did to us...total domination....

Katy is up next we will see how that goes.

:D

[kchsfan]

I am here. Just got back from the Dentist...was not much worse than the A@$%% whippin that Cy Falls Varsity put on us.

Did anyone see the JV A team game? That is what I was refering to when I said Cy Falls was gonna get a whippin...:D Klein JV A team did to Cy Fallls what the Cy Falls Varsity did to us...total domination....

Katy is up next we will see how that goes.

:D

Seriously Rodjohn,

You should start a JV only thread.

Good luck this season.