Wylie Pirates 2009

[PirateParent2011]

Courtesy The Wylie News

PIRATES STILL LOADED AT SKILL POSITIONS

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Noah Cheshier, a tight end the last two
seasons takes over at quarterback for
Jerod Monk.

By Shiela K. Haynes
Contributing Writer

The 2009 fall football campaign got underway May 4 with the opening of spring drills.
The well-stocked Pirates reached the state finals this past fall behind the leadership of a hard-working group of seniors.

However, 2009 is most certainly not a rebuilding year. A bevy of familiar names from that state finalist team will fill the upcoming fall roster.
The group that heads into its senior season is accustomed to success. As freshmen in 2006, Wylie’s first year in 5A, they went 9-1 and finished atop the District 9-5A heap.

Seven players on that team jumped to varsity for their sophomore seasons and they should provide the 2009 Pirates with an edge in terms of varsity experience.

Head coach Bill Howard said the Pirates have depth in the skill areas, which should lead to another exciting season for the fans.
There are shoes to fill, but a significant number of the top athletes are back and looking to finish what they started.
And they are bigger, stronger and better with the added experience of the deep playoff run followed by hard work in the offseason.

Offense
Wylie returns their leading scorer in tailback Nick Knott.
Through 16 games, the junior accounted for 156 of the team’s 540 total points. He averaged eight yards per carry, rolling up more than 1,500 yards rushing and scored 24 touchdowns. He also had 256 yards receiving and two more touchdowns.

Howard said, “He has a lot of determination. He has great balance, and that’s the key for him, plus when he does get going in a direction, he’s very hard to catch.”

Knott is a solid blocker when he doesn’t get the ball.

Noah Cheshier takes over the quarterbacking reins. It is familiar territory for Cheshier, who ran the offense as a freshman.
Cheshier was an excellent blocking tight end the last two years. At 6-foot-4 and 235 pounds, he bulled through tackles for 10 rushing touchdowns last fall.

“Noah is a great football player. He will do a great job of leading the team. (Jerod) Monk was a very good operator. That’s going to be Noah’s biggest challenge — to become the operator that Monk was. He has the skills to do that,” said Howard.

The Pirates also return their top receiver, Colby Harper. Harper averaged over 11 yards per catch and recorded nine touchdowns.
He tallied 87 catches for 993 yards. Never one to shy away from contact, the sure-handed acrobat has added some weight to his frame this offseason, which should benefit him on those close encounters.
Howard said Harper is the undisputed leader among receivers.

“Colby brings a lot to the table. With the talent pool around him, I think he will have an even better year,” he said.

Knott, Harper and Cheshier were all 2008 All-District unanimous first-team selections.
Several roster vacancies need to be filled, but Howard said he has a good pool of candidates from which to draw.

Bennie Jones picked up real-time experience as a junior. The speedster has the versatility to play inside or outside receiver, as well as line up in the backfield.
Aaron Morris, an athlete with good size and speed, will take an outside receiver position. Jermaine Merdoch is another agile athlete pressing to take a spot on the receiving corps.

Other prospects include juniors Daterrio McClendon and Justin Johnson and senior Chaz Moncrief.
Chad Cole will line up at tight end.

“He has the right attitude to be another great tight end for Wylie. He has great hands and can play outside receiver,” said Howard.

Brian Williams has been designated the second back and, coupled with Knott, will provide a solid one-two punch. Both have exceptional speed, but Williams is more of a power runner.

Also returning is kicker Zac Ohannessian, the squad’s second-leading scorer with 100 points. He hit 14-of-19 field goals and connected on 69-of-70 extra point attempts. He will be a three-year starter when he suits up this fall.
Grayson Townsend, who handled the majority of kickoffs, will be back as well.

Defense
Linebackers should be an area of strength for the Pirates with three of four starters returning.

“This is a key position for our team,” said Howard. “We expect them to play at a higher level this year. Our district isn’t going to get any easier.”

Inside linebacker Toby Ball finished 2008 with 159 tackles, the second highest mark on the team. He recorded three sacks, two interceptions and was a unanimous all-district first-team selection as a junior after earning superlative honors as defensive newcomer the previous year.

“Toby should be one of the leaders on defense,” said Howard.

Both outside linebackers return for an encore season. James Carter tallied 113 tackles in his junior season. As a sophomore, Tyler Mathers had 78 tackles. They had seven sacks between them and each earned first-team, All-District recognition.
The opening at the other inside linebacker spot could be filled by Beau Cobb. However, Howard said there are others capable of sliding in there.

“Whoever takes this spot will have to raise their level of play quickly to keep up with the other three,” he said.

Howard said Matt Sandgren should provide a solid option.
The only defensive back returning, Zach Lowe, will take more of a leadership role.
Lowe, who will be a three-year starter at safety, tallied 83 tackles and had four interceptions as a junior.

“We have a very good young group of skill guys to put around him,” said Howard.

Chester Harris and Dickson Dickson step in at the corners.
Armando Cervera has secured the other safety spot. A couple of freshmen, Tyler Rice and Sean Watts, are vying to get into the rotation at defensive back.


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[trainin' the game]

AHMO hope they keep their hands to themselves;)

good luck to you boys!!!

[tjw]

Just what I like to see that Wylie will remain competitive in the district and may beat Plano this year? Not sure they will beat Allen but good chance if they keep improving? My prediction is Wylie 2nd in 8-5A and deep run if not to the state game again unless PESH and Plano make the playoffs. Then I'm sorry I think it ends for them at the Region I champship game.:D

[ALLENFANDINGO5]

This is good news. As evidence to last year, the stronger the district, the more big game ready you become. Being ready doesnt always equate into a win, but it sure helps a team's confidence when they are battled tested.

[dada]

Man...Wylie is loaded....the rest of the state shouldn't even bother suiting up.


signed, Twcpfan1

[cougmantx]

Man...Wylie is loaded....the rest of the state shouldn't even bother suiting up.


signed, Twcpfan1

I guess we should go straight to the title game of Katy vs. Wylie again if we follow his reasoning.

Fans not being fans is rediculas...:D

[Wypirates03]

I will most certainly be at the spring game next Thursday!

[ktchamp97]

The biggest question mark for y'all is how do you replace Whitlock, Manchaca, and Jordan? Any of the three could dominate a game individually and they're all gone at once. Still, you have a great core returning and there's plenty of reason for optimism.

[PirateParent2011]

The biggest question mark for y'all is how do you replace Whitlock, Manchaca, and Jordan? Any of the three could dominate a game individually and they're all gone at once. Still, you have a great core returning and there's plenty of reason for optimism.

That's why the LB corp will be so important to this years defense. They will need to dominate games. We also have Zach Lowe returning at DB. He is a playmaker with speed who will be one of the leaders on defense.

[Wypirates03]

That's why the LB corp will be so important to this years defense. They will need to dominate games. We also have Zach Lowe returning at DB. He is a playmaker with speed who will be one of the leaders on defense.

I've heard Wylie will have some faster DBs than we had last year. Speed kills in the game of football. I don't think our DBs will be much of an issue. I'd think our biggest question would be whether or not our defensive line is worth a darn. Same with the offensive line.

[cougmantx]

I've heard Wylie will have some faster DBs than we had last year. Speed kills in the game of football. I don't think our DBs will be much of an issue. I'd think our biggest question would be whether or not our defensive line is worth a darn. Same with the offensive line.

Yeah, the trenches is where it all happens...or doesn't. You guys had a massive O line last year.

[WylieCowboy]

I will most certainly be at the spring game next Thursday!
I will be there too

[WylieCowboy]

I've heard Wylie will have some faster DBs than we had last year. Speed kills in the game of football. I don't think our DBs will be much of an issue. I'd think our biggest question would be whether or not our defensive line is worth a darn. Same with the offensive line.
that was the two biggest question I saw coming into this year, I look forward to seeing how things look at the spring game.

[PirateParent2011]

I've heard Wylie will have some faster DBs than we had last year. Speed kills in the game of football. I don't think our DBs will be much of an issue. I'd think our biggest question would be whether or not our defensive line is worth a darn. Same with the offensive line.

Rumor is the "D" will run a 3-4. Still, I agree the "D" line will be the big question. I'm a little less concerned about the "O" line.

[ktCarl]

Wow! Wylie coaches like HUGE QB's!! :eek:

[Gazelle]

... You guys had a massive O line last year.

that was slow footed and could not pick up a weak side blitz during the Katy game.

That needs to get fixed before there is any talk of another great season.

[sportsjunkie40]

that was slow footed and could not pick up a weak side blitz during the Katy game.

That needs to get fixed before there is any talk of another great season.


I agree, I have seen the oline this spring and they look pretty good. The OT's are not as big as last year but move much better. The Dline looks really good too as Whitehead looks 100% recovered from the knee injury. Last season the line was big and slow, this year they have much more agility as a group. I think the smallest lineman is 6'3 240 ish, but has really good footwork, great leverage, and good pad level most of the time.

[sportsjunkie40]

The Center and both guards are all over 290 still, The USS Umana has lost some pounds, i think he is around 315 now. lol

[cougmantx]

that was slow footed and could not pick up a weak side blitz during the Katy game.

That needs to get fixed before there is any talk of another great season.

I wasn't going to say that. I was just going to acknowledge they had some massive guys....:D

[Plano West Wolf]

Wylie vs Allen is THE GAME to see in 8-5A this upcoming season.

[WylieCowboy]

Wylie vs Allen is THE GAME to see in 8-5A this upcoming season.
and it's at Pirate Stadium not the DW

[Plano West Wolf]

and it's at Pirate Stadium not the DW

The one thing I'll miss most about Texas is going to the football games.

This is one I really want to see.

[Plano Wildcat Fan]

The one thing I'll miss most about Texas is going to the football games.

This is one I really want to see.


Hopefully your mommy and daddy can follow you up north & stay. Don't let the door hit you on the way out.

[Plano West Wolf]

Hopefully your mommy and daddy can follow you up north & stay. Don't let the door hit you on the way out.

Hey, thanks! I'll be getting an education only a lowlife like yourself can dream of.

[Plano Wildcat Fan]

Hey, thanks! I'll be getting an education only a lowlife like yourself can dream of.

Wow! I so dreamed of going to public state Illinois school. Until I actually went to the state. You go live those big dreams of being a business leader with that Illini degree. Chicago is your kind of town, maybe Detroit. You'll love it up their. :D

[Wypirates03]

Wow! I so dreamed of going to public state Illinois school. Until I actually went to the state. You go live those big dreams of being a business leader with that Illini degree. Chicago is your kind of town, maybe Detroit. You'll love it up their. :D


LOL :eek:

[PirateFan]

ok enough of the mud slinging....

We look really strong as i saw for myself. It will be a ? of chemistry for us all.
I hope we kick the pants off Plano and "no offense" Allen. those 2 games alone are defining for us IMO
we can add icing to the cake by beating plano at our homecoming!! AHMO all the way

[Wypirates03]

ok enough of the mud slinging....

We look really strong as i saw for myself. It will be a ? of chemistry for us all.
I hope we kick the pants off Plano and "no offense" Allen. those 2 games alone are defining for us IMO
we can add icing to the cake by beating plano at our homecoming!! AHMO all the way

Plano East is a team that's going to be gunnign for us as well. I think we have 3 defining games. PESH, Plano, and Allen. Either of those could be losses.

[WylieCowboy]

Plano East is a team that's going to be gunnign for us as well. I think we have 3 defining games. PESH, Plano, and Allen. Either of those could be losses.
thos are the three that I am worried about. I will have to wait until Thursday and see who we look at the Spring Game.

[NHB06]

thos are the three that I am worried about. I will have to wait until Thursday and see who we look at the Spring Game.

Why isn't anyone fearing Plano West?

[PirateParent2011]

I still view West as a team that has the potential to beat you on any given day. They have the weapons...they just need to gel and build some team chemistry.

Speaking of chemistry...it will be interesting to see if Ringo can establish some team chemistry at PESH. IMO, that will be the deciding factor on what type season they have in 2009.

REALLY looking forward to Thursday night to get our first look at the 2009 Pirates!

[WylieCowboy]

I still view West as a team that has the potential to beat you on any given day. They have the weapons...they just need to gel and build some team chemistry.

Speaking of chemistry...it will be interesting to see if Ringo can establish some team chemistry at PESH. IMO, that will be the deciding factor on what type season they have in 2009.

REALLY looking forward to Thursday night to get our first look at the 2009 Pirates!
Me too, will be there when the gates open :D

[Wypirates03]

Me too, will be there when the gates open :D

PESH's spring game is tonight at Kimbrough. I'll be there. I was at Plano's spring game last week - and wasn't impressed.

As far as chemistry goes for PESH - we'll have to wait and see, but I don't think there will be much of a chemistry issue for them. they're returning 19 starters.

[PirateParent2011]

PESH's spring game is tonight at Kimbrough. I'll be there. I was at Plano's spring game last week - and wasn't impressed.

As far as chemistry goes for PESH - we'll have to wait and see, but I don't think there will be much of a chemistry issue for them. they're returning 19 starters.

Thanks for the headsup on PESH's game tonight 03. I think PESH's chemistry issues have more to do with coaching then the players experience/abilities.

We will see.

[Wypirates03]

Thanks for the headsup on PESH's game tonight 03. I think PESH's chemistry issues have more to do with coaching then the players experience/abilities.

We will see.

I know what you're saying. Ringo is a good coach and he'll find a way to keep his players motivated. I'm sure one of his speaches will deal with how they were young last year and now is when they need to step up and show the rest of the world how last year shouldn't have happened. :)... but I think he'll have them ready.

What scares me most is that the last 2 years they only lost by a combined 8 points to us.

[WildcatFan2]

PESH's spring game is tonight at Kimbrough. I'll be there. I was at Plano's spring game last week - and wasn't impressed.

As far as chemistry goes for PESH - we'll have to wait and see, but I don't think there will be much of a chemistry issue for them. they're returning 19 starters.

Agreed. The coaches at Plano have a lot of work to do. I saw some flashes, but they are SMALL. I missed the majority of the first quarter, the running backs for both teams are currently freshmen. Most of the OL and DL I saw were freshmen too.

This will be a building year, the following years will be really good.


I'll head out to Wylie Thursday and see if I see what I expect. I'm thinking it's going to come down to Allen and Wylie for 1 and 2, Allen is LOADED.

[PCW Cats]

I know what you're saying. Ringo is a good coach and he'll find a way to keep his players motivated. I'm sure one of his speaches will deal with how they were young last year and now is when they need to step up and show the rest of the world how last year shouldn't have happened. :)... but I think he'll have them ready.

What scares me most is that the last 2 years they only lost by a combined 8 points to us.

Ask any Plano East fan and they will tell you that the problem is Ringo. No one likes him and they can't find a way to get rid of him.

Wylie, Allen and Plano West will be loaded. My Wildcats will be the darkhouse and could be a spoiler by the end of the season.

[WildcatFan2]

Ask any Plano East fan and they will tell you that the problem is Ringo. No one likes him and they can't find a way to get rid of him.

Wylie, Allen and Plano West will be loaded. My Wildcats will be the darkhouse and could be a spoiler by the end of the season.

From this board to the football gods ears!

I agree with the ringo assessment. That PESH team in 06-07 with Riko, Bush, Slater, Robinson, etc. should have made the finals. They knew Riko was just coming off the broken collar bone (not totally healed), yet didn't prepare the backup all week. Once Riko got hurt, they went with the same game plan and didn't adjust to the different stye of QB. That team was loaded and should have been in the finals.

[Wypirates03]

I went to Wylie's scrimmage this morning since there will be no 1's versus 1's tomorrow night. I see a lot of promise from the team this year. Whether or not we'll have a true #3 receiver has yet to be seen - but we do have a solid #1/#2 RB duo. Harper had some nice plays this morning!

Defense looks good. A lot of speed out there and Toby Ball was putting the hurt on people. I'm looking forward to the spring game tomorrow night!

[WylieCowboy]

I went to Wylie's scrimmage this morning since there will be no 1's versus 1's tomorrow night. I see a lot of promise from the team this year. Whether or not we'll have a true #3 receiver has yet to be seen - but we do have a solid #1/#2 RB duo. Harper had some nice plays this morning!

Defense looks good. A lot of speed out there and Toby Ball was putting the hurt on people. I'm looking forward to the spring game tonight!
Thanks for the update and will see you tomorrow night

[PirateParent2011]

I went to Wylie's scrimmage this morning since there will be no 1's versus 1's tomorrow night. I see a lot of promise from the team this year. Whether or not we'll have a true #3 receiver has yet to be seen - but we do have a solid #1/#2 RB duo. Harper had some nice plays this morning!

Defense looks good. A lot of speed out there and Toby Ball was putting the hurt on people. I'm looking forward to the spring game tomorrow night!

Thanks for sharing 03. Did you make it out to Kimbrough for PESH's game? I wanted to but kids had me tied up last night (not literally) running errands! Wondering how PESH is looking.

[Wypirates03]

Thanks for sharing 03. Did you make it out to Kimbrough for PESH's game? I wanted to but kids had me tied up last night (not literally) running errands! Wondering how PESH is looking.

Yeah. They called it with about 2 minutes to go in the 2nd quarter last night. Basically how I see PESH this year is....

Their offense will be to basic - mostly bubble screens and highland parkish type curls/posts. They have some athletes, but I'm don't think that will be enough. If they can utilize their athleticism, I definitely see them as a 5-5 team. but if not... 2-8 is a definite possibility.

[PirateParent2011]

Yeah. They called it with about 2 minutes to go in the 2nd quarter last night. Basically how I see PESH this year is....

Their offense will be to basic - mostly bubble screens and highland parkish type curls/posts. They have some athletes, but I'm don't think that will be enough. If they can utilize their athleticism, I definitely see them as a 5-5 team. but if not... 2-8 is a definite possibility.

Interesting...then it may very well be between Plano and East for the # 4 spot. I think West has the potential to take the 3rd spot...the question is can they rise to that potential.

[Plano Wildcat Fan]

Interesting...then it may very well be between Plano and East for the # 4 spot. I think West has the potential to take the 3rd spot...the question is can they rise to that potential.


:D:D This is funny stuff.

[Wypirates03]

:D:D This is funny stuff.

Come back in a few months when Plano is 0-10 and calling for Jaydon's head. :D:eek:

[NHB06]

Come back in a few months when Plano is 0-10 and calling for Jaydon's head. :D:eek:

Better yet. Come back after Wylie loses to PESH and doesn't make the playoffs. Could be a more likely scenario. LOL.

[Wypirates03]

Better yet. Come back after Wylie loses to PESH and doesn't make the playoffs. Could be a more likely scenario. LOL.

Were you at the spring game? If not, thought so. No way Plano even makes the playoffs this year. You're losing 4/5ths of your team last year. Only returner who really means anything is Holt Hoetger. Other than that, you lose Burkhead, Meager, Laron Kelly... Who else do you guys have coming up that can fill their shoes?

[NHB06]

Were you at the spring game? If not, thought so. No way Plano even makes the playoffs this year. You're losing 4/5ths of your team last year. Only returner who really means anything is Holt Hoetger. Other than that, you lose Burkhead, Meager, Laron Kelly... Who else do you guys have coming up that can fill their shoes?

How many does Wylie lose- like 15? including the two best players on the team. Could spell trouble at the Pirate ship.

[Plano Wildcat Fan]

Were you at the spring game? If not, thought so. No way Plano even makes the playoffs this year. You're losing 4/5ths of your team last year. Only returner who really means anything is Holt Hoetger. Other than that, you lose Burkhead, Meager, Laron Kelly... Who else do you guys have coming up that can fill their shoes?


Never knew the spring game was the regular season. I believe you guys lost just as much. Plus you have those really athletic lineman coming back which is always a plus. :D Before you crown yourselfs district champion you might want to try and beat Plano which you haven't done in quite a while.

[Wypirates03]

Never knew the spring game was the regular season. I believe you guys lost just as much. Plus you have those really athletic lineman coming back which is always a plus. :D Before you crown yourselfs district champion you might want to try and beat Plano which you haven't done in quite a while.

Ok yeah... obviously you're not doing your homework. We're 1-2 against Plano in the last 3 years. Not great... but it's not bad.

Spring games are our first glimpse... and no, we're not losing as much as plano. You guys lost the heart of your offense... we did lose the heart of our defense as you did as well....

I'm not crowning us champions at all. I don't expect us to win district with Allen in the way. But, we will beat Plano this year.

[WildcatFan2]

Fans will soon realize just how underappreciated and underrated Meger was at QB. He could throw the out, deep out, and long ball accurately.

They do have Hoetger, Robinson, Kurchmeier (I know, spelled wrong), and the Skinner twins returning. Their JV was really good last year as well. I just didn't see much size on the line.

I'll be interested to see Wylie. I know Knott and Ball will be good. It will be interesting to see how Cheshire looks.

[NHB06]

Fans will soon realize just how underappreciated and underrated Meger was at QB. He could throw the out, deep out, and long ball accurately.

They do have Hoetger, Robinson, Kurchmeier (I know, spelled wrong), and the Skinner twins returning. Their JV was really good last year as well. I just didn't see much size on the line.

I'll be interested to see Wylie. I know Knott and Ball will be good. It will be interesting to see how Cheshire looks.

I believe either Bordenaro or Michelsen will step up to the QB position and be a fine asset for Plano- as did Meger and Sfikas before him.

[PirateParent2011]

Courtesy The Wylie News

HOLDING THE LINE

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Colton Whitehead (right) is slated to be the
starting nose guard after missing most
of the 2008 season with an injury.

By Shiela K. Haynes
Contributing Writer

Regardless of how successful players in the skill positions may be, a team without a solid offensive and defensive line won’t get too far.
The Pirates are no exception.
Wylie sported a hefty offensive line in 2008 that provided good protection for the quarterbacks, while also punching holes in opponents’ defenses.
Two of the five starters — center Paul Finnie and guard Elias Umana — are back in 2009.

Over the last two years, the three-man front on the defensive side consistently shut down opponents’ running game.
Losses to graduation have been significant and include the No.1 5A defensive player in the state (Nikita Whitlock) as well as a unanimous first-team, All-District tackle (John Pittman).
Despite the losses, two regulars — Colton Whitehead and Devan Drake — will be back for another season.

Pirates’ head coach Bill Howard said, “The offensive line is going to be the key to our success and how far we go next year just like they were this year.”

Finnie (6-3, 290) will be the mainstay on the offensive line. The center was recognized with second-team, All-District honors after last season.

“He’s smart, and he’s developed into a great team leader. He’s done a great job of moving this team forward, and we are going to hop on his back,” said Howard.

Umana (6-1, 325) at right guard will be the other building block. The big man is coming off knee surgery, but the recovery is going well.

“The key for Umana to have a great year is to stay healthy. He understands the offense. All the wheels are clicking for him,” said Howard.

New faces on the line will include Ethan Lington (6-3 290) at right tackle. Howard said the talented young man has had a good spring and his confidence is high.
Protecting the quarterback’s backside at left tackle will be Jamal Jones (6-2, 250). Jones started 2008 on the JV Black but quickly moved up to varsity as a consistent sixth man.

Howard said, “He is very athletic and has long arms. He has good feet and has really developed.”

The left guard spot is by committee at this juncture. Chris Hill is one of several candidates, but he may swing over to right guard to split time with Umana.
Freshman Jess Crowley and junior Manuel Valdez are options on the left, as is Lucas Burns.

“There are a number of young men fighting for that spot,” said Howard.

Another factor on the offensive line will be tight end Chad Cole (6-2, 225).
Cole is smart and versatile. A good fit in the Wylie tradition for tight ends, he is an effective blocker but can also make some catches.
Even with the personnel changes, the defensive line should continue to play as a solid and aggressive unit.

Howard said, “I expect them to stop the run and control the line of scrimmage. All great teams start up front. It starts with Whitehead and Drake. It’s their third year on varsity. Drake started 15 games last year. Whitehead started 11 games as a sophomore while rotating with Drake.”

Expectations are high for Whitehead (6-1, 260) who will slide into the vacancy at nose guard.
Whitehead had a tremendous sophomore season and was rewarded with All-District recognition.

What began as a promising junior season ended with an injury in the opener at Hebron. Fully recovered, he is ready to jump back into the fray.
Drake (5-10, 230) is a talented and tenacious athlete. He garnered second-team, All-District recognition in 2008.

“Both have been big parts of our success,” said Howard. “Both are strong, both are smart and both are very good football players.”

Alex Wilkerson and Michael Wofford are competing for the other tackle spot.
Wilkerson played defensive tackle as a freshman but has focused on wrestling the last two years.

“He has a chance to be a really good player for us. There’s some rust, but he has a chance to be a contributor,” said Howard.

Wofford played running back for the JV Black last fall. The versatile athlete has bounced between offense and defense this spring, but he is solidly competing for a role.
Josh Jacobs is another player in the mix.

“They are going to have to step up and play. Once we get everything set, we can move some guys around to help our defense,” said Howard.




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[PirateFan]

Wow its finally here!!!! I hope to see some of you guys at the stadium tonight.

[HebronHawk]

Yeah, the trenches is where it all happens...or doesn't. You guys had a massive O line last year.

Big but slow. Katy exposed the Wylie OLine big time last year in the speed and endurance department.

Maybe that's why Wylie has ex-Hebron OLine coach Chris Brown over there now.

[Wypirates03]

Big but slow. Katy exposed the Wylie OLine big time last year in the speed and endurance department.

Maybe that's why Wylie has ex-Hebron OLine coach Chris Brown over there now.

Yes - thank you! For giving us a coach that knows how to zone block. :D

P.S. The line this year is much faster.

[Plano Wildcat Fan]

Yes - thank you! For giving us a coach that knows how to zone block. :D

P.S. The line this year is much faster.


That isn't too hard to do, seriously!!:D

[Wypirates03]

That isn't too hard to do, seriously!!:D

LOL. Yeah - I was just giving the OLine props this year for being able to run faster than a 5.9

[Plano Wildcat Fan]

LOL. Yeah - I was just giving the OLine props this year for being able to run faster than a 5.9

Those guys ran a 5.9 last year? Wow that's faster than I thought.

[Wypirates03]

Those guys ran a 5.9 last year? Wow that's faster than I thought.

I just pulled a number out of my hat. It may have been closer to 7.9.

[WylieCowboy]

Wow its finally here!!!! I hope to see some of you guys at the stadium tonight.
I was there

[PirateFan]

i got to shake noahs hand "boy that kid is big".. I stayed for the picture unveiling also.
Overall we look just as good if not better than last years squad. looks like we added a new receiver, and 2nd running back

[Wypirates03]

i got to shake noahs hand "boy that kid is big".. I stayed for the picture unveiling also.
Overall we look just as good if not better than last years squad. looks like we added a new receiver, and 2nd running back

WR - Aaron Morris - A former Wylie guy who moved away and came back this year.

RB - Brian Williams

*I also talked with Chris Givens and Nikita a bit last night. Nikita is hoping for the redshirt from Wake Forest.

[WylieCowboy]

i got to shake noahs hand "boy that kid is big".. I stayed for the picture unveiling also.
Overall we look just as good if not better than last years squad. looks like we added a new receiver, and 2nd running back
I agree it was a good night and that Brian Williams kid can sure get through the holes and run

[trainin' the game]

jury is still out on this team AHMO wait till district starts:rolleyes: good luck to you boys; I hope and pray with all my heart that we see ya'll in november!

[Wypirates03]

http://theoldcoach.rivals.com/showmsg.asp?fid=2631&tid=123347527&mid=123347527&sid=984&style=2

D'oh! Forgot you had to subscribe. - That's the spring game write-up I did.

[bigdaddydog]

http://theoldcoach.rivals.com/showmsg.asp?fid=2631&tid=123347527&mid=123347527&sid=984&style=2

D'oh! Forgot you had to subscribe. - That's the spring game write-up I did.

Way to go Homer!! :notworthy



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[Wypirates03]

Way to go Homer!! :notworthy



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Yeah, I fail.

[PirateFan]

Yeah, I fail.


copy/paste??

[PirateParent2011]

i got to shake noahs hand "boy that kid is big".. I stayed for the picture unveiling also.
Overall we look just as good if not better than last years squad. looks like we added a new receiver, and 2nd running back

Yes he is! At the picture unveiling I sized him up with Monk. Noah is definitely stockier and just a tad shorter then Jerod.

[PirateParent2011]

I agree it was a good night and that Brian Williams kid can sure get through the holes and run

Ditto!

[tjw]

copy/paste??

Sounds like ya'll answered my questions from earlier and proving my point with PWF.
Thanks

[HebronHawk]

Yes - thank you! For giving us a coach that knows how to zone block. :D

P.S. The line this year is much faster.

I talked with Chris last night at the Hebron Spring Game. He's very happy with his OLine at Wylie.

[Wypirates03]

copy/paste??

Copy/paste what? I don't copy and paste. Oh wait... I see what you're requesting.

[Brooks Downing]

I believe either Bordenaro or Michelsen will step up to the QB position and be a fine asset for Plano- as did Meger and Sfikas before him.

Bordenaro has the strongest, most accurate arm from a Plano QB than I have seen in some time.

[NHB06]

Bordenaro has the strongest, most accurate arm from a Plano QB than I have seen in some time.

That was my opinion as well. But, I am assuming the QB's will be rotating during 7 on 7 before any final decisions are made about who starts in the fall.

[Wypirates03]

That was my opinion as well. But, I am assuming the QB's will be rotating during 7 on 7 before any final decisions are made about who starts in the fall.

Bordonero and Connors rotated every 2 possesions at the Frisco Liberty SQT yesterday.

[WylieCowboy]

Bordonero and Connors rotated every 2 possesions at the Frisco Liberty SQT yesterday.
How did Wylie look yesterday?

[NHB06]

How did Wylie look yesterday?

Wylie went 1-2 in pool play. Beat Lewisville. Lost to Richardson Pearce and Plano :eek:

[Wypirates03]

Wylie went 1-2 in pool play. Beat Lewisville. Lost to Richardson Pearce and Plano :eek:

Lost by 2 to Pearce who eventually qualified. Pearce killed Plano. Plano took advantages of the post route as they did last year in the regular season. Wylie couldn't figure out how to stop the anything that was going over the middle of the field.

[Wypirates03]

How did Wylie look yesterday?

They'll eventually qualify and do fine at state. Cheshier was calling his own plays. Unlike most team where the coach calls 'em. The defense did fine for the most part, with the exception of nobody knowing when to take the deep middle - which lead to quite a few post route TDs by Plano and Pearce. I was telling coach to just call a cover-3 play and force them to keep it short... but he wouldn't listen :D.

Offense looked fine for the most part.

But... the two best offenses of the day - and equally worst defenses - belong to Richland and Guyer. 56-55 final in the qualifying game. Richland went for 2 as time expired to win the ball game.

[WylieCowboy]

They'll eventually qualify and do fine at state. Cheshier was calling his own plays. Unlike most team where the coach calls 'em. The defense did fine for the most part, with the exception of nobody knowing when to take the deep middle - which lead to quite a few post route TDs by Plano and Pearce. I was telling coach to just call a cover-3 play and force them to keep it short... but he wouldn't listen :D.

Offense looked fine for the most part.

But... the two best offenses of the day - and equally worst defenses - belong to Richland and Guyer. 56-55 final in the qualifying game. Richland went for 2 as time expired to win the ball game.
I was going to try and get there but had family plans. Just ready for the first game, already have my new Wylie polo shirt for the season :D

[NHB06]

Lost by 2 to Pearce who eventually qualified. Pearce killed Plano. Plano took advantages of the post route as they did last year in the regular season. Wylie couldn't figure out how to stop the anything that was going over the middle of the field.

Pearce 46 Plano 32
Plano 50 Wylie 20

Looks like Wylie was the one who got killed- by Plano. LOL

[Wypirates03]

Pearce 46 Plano 32
Plano 50 Wylie 20

Looks like Wylie was the one who got killed- by Plano. LOL

Yeah, I know - I was there. I didn't say they didn't get killed. I was just trying to pur a homerish spin on things. :notworthy

[WildcatFan2]

Can you tell me who will be at the 7-7 at SMU Saturday? I know Wylie & Plano...

[PirateParent2011]

Courtesy The Wylie News

PIRATES COMPLETE SUCCESSFUL SPRING

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Bryan Williams displayed some power
running during last week's spring game.
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Colby Harper is a key member of
Wylie's talented receiving corps.

By Shiela K. Haynes
Contributing Writer

Pirates’ head coach Bill Howard said he was pleased with the football spring training that culminated in Thursday’s annual Maroon and White game.
The varsity played 30 minutes of controlled scrimmage and then moved into 30 minutes of live scrimmage.
The first and second units rotated in and out to provide a look at all the players who will suit up for the Pirates this fall.

“Our No. 1 thing is we’re still growing together as a team with new coaches and some new players,” said Howard. “What we got out of the spring — we developed some depth, we stayed healthy and our coaching staff grew a little closer together.”

Wylie has traditionally built its program around a strong defense. Multiple high-caliber athletes are returning, but a few holes had to be filled with up- and-comers.

“We did a good job this spring of getting our new kids in the right positions,” said Howard. “From where we are now, we will only keep getting better.”

The Pirates have a solid group of receivers in Colby Harper, Aaron Morris, Bennie Jones, Jermaine Merdoch and Chad Cole, each of whom will provide an ample target for quarterback Noah Cheshier.

Running back is another strong suit. Nick Knott had a good spring and can be expected to put on a show this fall. The second back, Bryan Williams, looked powerful busting through the line for gains in the spring game.

Williams’ exceptional leg strength can be measured in his 400-pound squat capability.
Wylie’s summer 7-on-7 season, which began May 30 at Frisco Liberty, will provide additional time for the offensive skill players to work on timing and routes.
The Pirates host a June 6 tournament at Southern Methodist University.

They are scheduled for a June 20 state qualifying tournament at Mesquite and June 27 at Rockwall. Those teams that qualify will head to the July 10-11 state tournament.
Howard said the summer program will be another key to success.

“If our kids get out there and take care of business, they work out together this summer, and then when the fall rolls around, we’ll be ready,” he said. “For Wylie as a whole, all sports, boys and girls, we have to work hard to keep up with everybody else because they have more than we have. So we have to get more out of what we have.”

Howard praised the group of graduating seniors for their leadership.

“When you have a great group of seniors, they leave a legacy. That’s important because our kids know how to act, they know how to win, and they know how to do things right. Our seniors are going to be a big part of what we do next year even though they won’t be here,” he said.


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[Wypirates03]

Can you tell me who will be at the 7-7 at SMU Saturday? I know Wylie & Plano...

http://theoldcoach.rivals.com/showmsg.asp?fid=798&tid=123444448&mid=123444448&sid=984&style=2

[WildcatFan2]

Thanks! What time does it start?

[PirateFan]

anyone know what time the turney starts
whos on first? whats on second?:D

[Wypirates03]

anyone know what time the turney starts
whos on first? Whats on second?:d

8:30am

[WylieCowboy]

8:30am
I have to work or I would be there, let me know how we look :notworthy

[Wypirates03]

I have to work or I would be there, let me know how we look :notworthy

We have the creme of the cupcakes. I would be disappointed if we don't win every game by 40. :eek:

Except the Plano game - who we will play in the semifinals - my prediction.

[NBC_43]

We have the creme of the cupcakes. I would be disappointed if we don't win every game by 40. :eek:

Except the Plano game - who we will play in the semifinals - my prediction.

Didn't work out too well today huh? :D

[WildcatFan2]

We have the creme of the cupcakes. I would be disappointed if we don't win every game by 40. :eek:

Except the Plano game - who we will play in the semifinals - my prediction.

Wylie went 1-2 (beat Grand Prairie)

Plano was 1-2 (beat North MEsquite) lost by 4 to Hebron

Birdvill advanced out of Pano's pool, Jesuit advanced out of Wylie's.

Birdville and Lakeview qualified.

It appeared Plano was the only team alternating QBs

[allendad]

Wylie went 1-2 (beat Grand Prairie)

Plano was 1-2 (beat Hebron)

Birdvill advanced out of Pano's pool, Jesuit advanced out of Wylie's.

Birdville and Lakeview qualified.

It appeared Plano was the only team alternating QBs

I hope they get that figured out before crunch time.

Jesuit didn't look too spectacular against Lakeview today.

Sad to not see Wylie and Plano there when we arrived for semi's.:(

[has09]

Plano beat North Mesquite, Wylie is very disappointing so far

[E-Vol-ution]

Wow........:eek:We have the creme of the cupcakes. I would be disappointed if we don't win every game by 40. :eek:

Except the Plano game - who we will play in the semifinals - my prediction.

[RangerFan]

Didn't get to see any of the 7-on-7 at SMU until the semi's, but I hustled over to see jesuit lose to a Garland school in OT and to see Birdville (?) beat West Mesquite. Jesuit's best WR was not playing (I'll find out why not since he was there acting as coach), and they were without a few boys who were taking the SAT. I heard they beat Wylie in OT and Grand Prairie, and I heard they lost by 5 to South Garland in a game that didn't mean anything, since Jesuit had already won their pool and since SG had already qualified for the tournament. I was impressed by Jesuit's defense, which kept them in the game throughout the semi-final game. Jesuit's offense wasn't clicking, but they had a chacne to win the game in OT several times. It was fun to see the boys out competing, even if it was very hot out.

[HEB Star]

Wylie went 1-2 (beat Grand Prairie)

Plano was 1-2 (beat Hebron)

Birdvill advanced out of Pano's pool, Jesuit advanced out of Wylie's.

Birdville and Lakeview qualified.

It appeared Plano was the only team alternating QBs


Hebron beat plano by 4

[WildcatFan2]

Hebron beat plano by 4

Yeah, I don't know why I psted that, I knew they lost by 4.

Sounds like a few teams had guys out due to the SAT

[Wypirates03]

Didn't get to see any of the 7-on-7 at SMU until the semi's, but I hustled over to see jesuit lose to a Garland school in OT and to see Birdville (?) beat West Mesquite. Jesuit's best WR was not playing (I'll find out why not since he was there acting as coach), and they were without a few boys who were taking the SAT. I heard they beat Wylie in OT and Grand Prairie, and I heard they lost by 5 to South Garland in a game that didn't mean anything, since Jesuit had already won their pool and since SG had already qualified for the tournament. I was impressed by Jesuit's defense, which kept them in the game throughout the semi-final game. Jesuit's offense wasn't clicking, but they had a chacne to win the game in OT several times. It was fun to see the boys out competing, even if it was very hot out.

Jesuit shouldn't have won the pool. There was an incorrect call resulting in a TD favoring Jesuit. It should have been a 4th down replay. So, I guess they could have scored, but it wouldn't have been a guarantee. That miscall by the refs shows the lack of quality in the Dallas Chapter. There were several times during pool play where the 3 refs got together to consult. Here's a post I made on TOC in regards to the miscall. Which was confirmed by another set of refs that I talked to after pool play.

But, none-the-less... Grats to Jesuit for qualifying. I really liked how Jesuit brought the intensity that Wylie did not bring. However, Jesuit needs to learn some new routes that aren't going to get them called for illegal screens.

"Jesuit was down in Overtime. The score was I believe 40-34. (Wylie missed their 1-pt conversion). 4th down, and Jesuit is on their 10ish yard line. Jesuit is flagged for an offensive penalty (illegal screen.) Jesuit's receiver caught the ball for the TD. After the catch, one of Wylie's receivers tried to strip the ball, but got called for unnecessary roughness as when he was going for the strip, he accidentally came across the face. The ref on the far side of the field said that the TD was good because the penalties offset. So, I was chatting with the ref after the play, and I said... and I quote "I think that it's a replay of the down when there's offsetting penalties." He said, "No - you don't know what you're talking about - go read up on your rules."

I refused to say anything and planned on asking one of the refs doing another game (afterward)....

I was talking to the crew that was doing the games on the east side of SMU's stadium (Wylie was on the west side the whole day), and I said "Hey, let me ask you something."

I proceeded to ask the 2 refs that were sitting in the shade what would happen if... and I didn't tell them how the previous ref had ruled the play (until after they gave me their answer)...

Both refs said "It's a replay of the down."... I said, "Awesome, that's not how the ref ruled it. He ruled it as a touchdown." Both refs then stated that it was an incorrect call.

The ref that made the "bad" call was a newer ref, and the guys I was talking to were fairly older and stated that they have been doing games for several years.

Well later on, during the Wylie/Grand Prairie game, there was a situation where GP was going for the 1-pt conversion. Wylie intercepted and ran it back. The refs looked at each other and said "is it 1 or 2"... Wylie's coach asked the refs what random number they agreed on and I said to coach "Don't ask him, he doesn't know... you know that!"... About 3 minutes later, the ref says "0 points for the return." I don't know if that's the correct call, and I don't really care. but long story short, they need to get these refs reading the rulebooks before these tournaments.

[WildcatFan2]

dude, it's 7-7, not the state finals.

[Wypirates03]

dude, it's 7-7, not the state finals.

I'm just saying. The Dallas Chapter is horrible compared to that of the Fort Worth chapter. I've seen both chapters in action a few times each this year, and flat out - Fort Worth wins.

The point is that the Dallas chapter hardly ever knew what was going on.

[PirateFan]

man i cant wait til opening game AHMO go crazy

[WylieCowboy]

man i cant wait til opening game AHMO go crazy
Me either, still think we need to set up a big tailgate party that night.

[Wypirates03]

I would like to throw in there a couple of evaluations I have made on the team this year.

1 - The team needs to get into it. Not physically... What I mean is they need to play like they're nothing but scrubs. I think going to the title game last year has made the team think they don't need this spring stuff.

2 - QB play needs to tighten up. Noah is too lose and plays like Patrick Whit did a few years ago. Forcing the ball is going to cause too many interceptions. I believe Noah has thrown something like 9 interceptions over the last 2 SQTs.

[NHB06]

I would like to throw in there a couple of evaluations I have made on the team this year.

1 - The team needs to get into it. Not physically... What I mean is they need to play like they're nothing but scrubs. I think going to the title game last year has made the team think they don't need this spring stuff.

2 - QB play needs to tighten up. Noah is too lose and plays like Patrick Whit did a few years ago. Forcing the ball is going to cause too many interceptions. I believe Noah has thrown something like 9 interceptions over the last 2 SQTs.

I see #1 as a potential problem for Wylie. No one is going to roll over and play dead just because Wylie made it to the state game last year. In fact, Wylie (and Allen) will get everyone's best game every week.

[PirateFan]

I see #1 as a potential problem for Wylie. No one is going to roll over and play dead just because Wylie made it to the state game last year. In fact, Wylie (and Allen) will get everyone's best game every week.
You are absolutely right but intimidation does play a role as well

[PirateFan]

Wow ranked 31 on dave cambells magazine. Hmmm..... YaY!!!! i love being the underdog:notworthy

[bigdaddydog]

Wow ranked 31 on dave cambells magazine. Hmmm..... YaY!!!! i love being the underdog:notworthy

Hey Now!! #31 is still top 12.653061224489795918367346938776% in the state. That does not qualify as Underdog in my book!!;) :D

Can't wait to see how you guys do with your non district schedule. The rest will take care of itself.


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[Wypirates03]

Hey Now!! #31 is still top 12.653061224489795918367346938776% in the state. That does not qualify as Underdog in my book!!;) :D

Can't wait to see how you guys do with your non district schedule. The rest will take care of itself.


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I'm still waiting on that video of Wylie vs. Allen, sir. :D

[bigdaddydog]

I'm still waiting on that video of Wylie vs. Allen, sir. :D

You're new 5ATexasFootball.com nick name is "The PitBull" :D

Good god man, It's over... This is not healthy. You've got to let go of that 2008 season!!

I know, we'll take up a collection and get you an appointment with the shrink I went to after I lost the Allen vs Trinity playoff game footage. She's really nice. :)

OK, so I am working on a player's highlight video. After that I think Allen vs Wylie deserves some attention. It was a good game.


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[Wypirates03]

You're new 5ATexasFootball.com nick name is "The PitBull" :D

Good god man, It's over... This is not healthy. You've got to let go of that 2008 season!!

I know, we'll take up a collection and get you an appointment with the shrink I went to after I lost the Allen vs Trinity playoff game footage. She's really nice. :)

OK, so I am working on a player's highlight video. After that I think Allen vs Wylie deserves some attention. It was a good game.


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I'm over the loss. I just want to rewatch the highlights. :notworthy

[PirateFan]

I'm over the loss. I just want to rewatch the highlights. :notworthy

I am looking forward to the rematch on our turf :D.... I think we can take them:notworthy:notworthy

[Wypirates03]

I am looking forward to the rematch on our turf :D.... I think we can take them:notworthy:notworthy

I'll try to get Bigdaddydogwhat'shisface sitting on the porch next to me so he can video tape a Wylie win on our side. :D

[trainin' the game]

I would like to throw in there a couple of evaluations I have made on the team this year.

1 - The team needs to get into it. Not physically... What I mean is they need to play like they're nothing but scrubs. I think going to the title game last year has made the team think they don't need this spring stuff.

2 - QB play needs to tighten up. Noah is too lose and plays like Patrick Whit did a few years ago. Forcing the ball is going to cause too many interceptions. I believe Noah has thrown something like 9 interceptions over the last 2 SQTs.

i bet thats the problem; the whole state saw how dirty the pile can get when playin them and now its just not the same unless you can throw a cheap shot.;)

hope toby put in boxin gloves away and puts on his shoulder pads; AHMO hate it if he gets thrown out of another game:D

[bigdaddydog]

I am looking forward to the rematch on our turf :D.... I think we can take them:notworthy:notworthy

Ahhh yes! Hope Springs eternal!!! :D



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[BTW Hawk Fan]

You are absolutely right but intimidation does play a role as well

If it wasn't for Wylie's 12th man (ref) in our playoff game, you guys would have had a short run. Trust me, the bad taste from that game is all Hebron needs as motivation. :)
You can rest assured Hebron will not be intimidated and will be bringing a little extra wood to make up from last year.

[NHB06]

If it wasn't for Wylie's 12th man (ref) in our playoff game, you guys would have had a short run. Trust me, the bad taste from that game is all Hebron needs as motivation. :)
You can rest assured Hebron will not be intimidated and will be bringing a little extra wood to make up from last year.

The 2009 matchup Wylie vs Hebron should be a classic- battle of the train horns.

[bigdaddydog]

The 2009 matchup Wylie vs Hebron should be a classic- battle of the train horns.

OH MAN!! I forgot about Hebron's horns. Wylie better MAN up for next year!!

I just got this picture from some friends At Hebron of their new horn Rig.;)


AWESOME!!


http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3663/3655369966_eec419365e.jpg


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[bigdaddydog]

I'll try to get Bigdaddydogwhat'shisface sitting on the porch next to me so he can video tape a Wylie win on our side. :D

While it will be a cold day in hell before that happens for the game vs my Eagles.... We do just happen to have an open week on October 2nd and , like last year, I will be attending the Wylie vs "The team that shall go unmentioned" game. Seating at this point is up in the air, but I can assure you it will be on the side with all the maroon clothing!! ;) :notworthy

I fully expect a better outome for the Pirates compared to last year though.

Cheers,


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[NHB06]

While it will be a cold day in hell before that happens for the game vs my Eagles.... We do just happen to have an open week on October 2nd and , like last year, I will be attending the Wylie vs "The team that shall go unmentioned" game. Seating at this point is up in the air, but I can assure you it will be on the side with all the maroon clothing!! ;) :notworthy

I fully expect a better outome for the Pirates compared to last year though.

Cheers,


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You mean the SEVEN time state championship Plano Wildcats. It is Wylie's homecoming, so there probably won't be any seating on the home side. But I'm sure you'll still get a good view of Plano raining on Wylie's homecoming parade yet again from the visitor section.

[Wypirates03]

You mean the SEVEN time state championship Plano Wildcats. It is Wylie's homecoming, so there probably won't be any seating on the home side. But I'm sure you'll still get a good view of Plano raining on Wylie's homecoming parade yet again from the visitor section.

There's no raining in Wylie this year.

[NHB06]

There's no raining in Wylie this year.

The rain may start early this year in Wylie if the Pirates fail to qualify in the Rockwall SQT. Absolutely hate not to see Wylie at the state 7 on 7 tourny this year. :D

[Wypirates03]

The rain may start early this year in Wylie if the Pirates fail to qualify in the Rockwall SQT. Absolutely hate not to see Wylie at the state 7 on 7 tourny this year. :D

They should have been in already. ... Stupid refs that don't know how to make the right calls.

[NHB06]

They should have been in already. ... Stupid refs that don't know how to make the right calls.

The refs?? Wylie has played in 3 SQT. With all the talent Wylie has coming back, seems like they should have qualified by now. Maybe it's time to start tapping the breaks on Wylie this year.

[Wypirates03]

The refs?? Wylie has played in 3 SQT. With all the talent Wylie has coming back, seems like they should have qualified by now. Maybe it's time to start tapping the breaks on Wylie this year.

They should have won their pool the last 2 weeks. The 1st one, the ref called the result of the play wrong - as was verified by a few other officials. Last week, after going 2-0, they choked against Seguin.

Plano is not doing too much better, lad.

[NHB06]

They should have won their pool the last 2 weeks. The 1st one, the ref called the result of the play wrong - as was verified by a few other officials. Last week, after going 2-0, they choked against Seguin.

Plano is not doing too much better, lad.

LOL. Spin it however you want. It will take nothing short of a miracle for Wylie to qualify at Rockwall. Have fun watching Plano and Allen compete at College Station. :D

[Wypirates03]

LOL. Spin it however you want. It will take nothing short of a miracle for Wylie to qualify at Rockwall. Have fun watching Plano and Allen compete at College Station. :D

At least I'll be in college station. Where will you be?

Not so sure about Allen beating Garland in a semifinal match Saturday.

Wylie will probably not win their pool... but Wylie plays Allen in game 1 saturday. We'll see how it goes. :)

[NHB06]

At least I'll be in college station. Where will you be?

Not so sure about Allen beating Garland in a semifinal match Saturday.

Wylie will probably not win their pool... but Wylie plays Allen in game 1 saturday. We'll see how it goes. :)

I'll save you the trouble of having to get up early and head over to Wylie HS. Allen wins. :eek:

[Wypirates03]

I'll save you the trouble of having to get up early and head over to Wylie HS. Allen wins. :eek:

Thank you Mr. Obvious... I've already stated that I think Allen wins the pool... Oh wait, you must only read this board. This is the site I post on when I want to be a homer.

[NHB06]

Thank you Mr. Obvious... I've already stated that I think Allen wins the pool... Oh wait, you must only read this board.

See you at College Station. Go Cats!!:)

[PirateParent2011]

Courtesy of The Wylie News

CHESHIER TAKES OVER AS PIRATES' SIGNAL CALLER

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Photo by Shiela K. Haynes
Noah Cheshier is quarterbacking the
Wylie 7-on-7 team, which this past
weekend earned a spot in the July 10-11
state tournament.

By Greg Ford
Sports Editor
gford@wylienews.com

For the last two seasons, Noah Cheshier’s primary responsibilities were blocking, running and catching.
As Wylie’s tight end in 2008, he did each quite well.

However, this fall his top priority will be getting the pigskin in the hands of others.
That’s because Cheshier will be doing something he hasn’t done full time since his freshman year: playing quarterback.

“It’s a little different, because every game I was used to hitting people,” Cheshier said. “Every play I would go up and hit somebody. Now, I’m just handing off the ball and reading linebackers and safeties.”

The incoming senior takes over the reins from Baylor-bound Jerod Monk, who guided the Pirates to a state title game appearance in 2008.

“That is a high standard to overcome. I think with the team we have right now we can get as far or farther and win it all. That’s what I want to do,” Cheshier said.

He took his first steps toward doing that during spring practice, and his on-field education continues this summer with 7-on-7 competition.
The league is a pure passing format, where the quarterback is allowed four seconds to throw and cannot run.
This past weekend, Wylie earned a spot in the July 10-11 state tournament in College Station.

“The one thing you can’t replace is reps, and he’s getting a lot of reps in 7-on-7,” Wylie head coach Bill Howard said. “That’s the purpose of 7-on-7. It really isn’t to go to the state tournament. It’s for the guys to build together and get reps.”

Cheshier added, “The first two (7-on-7) tournaments I was a little uneasy. Now, I feel like I have gotten back on my feet, because I haven’t played quarterback since my freshman year.”

He saw some time at quarterback last fall while backing up Monk. However, Cheshier notes he prefers tight end, the position he expects to play in college.

“Noah’s a winner, and he’s a leader. Bottom line, on Friday nights and into the fourth quarter he wants to win,” Howard said. “He knows he’s our best quarterback. He has a lot of God-given ability. He could go play quarterback at a lot of schools, probably at the D-1 level, but he’s chosen to be a tight end.”

Cheshier was a third-team, All-State tight end last season,
His 2009 task will be made easier by the return of several key skill-position players, such as running back Nick Knott and wide receiver Colby Harper.

“The greatest thing we’re doing now (in 7-on-7) is this is the part of the game where he can get better at, because it’s about timing at this point,” Wylie offensive coordinator Shanon Purcell said.

During the season, Purcell anticipates moving around the pass pocket to take advantage of Cheshier’s mobility, much like Wylie did with Monk.
On short-yardage situations, fans and foes can expect Cheshier to ram his large frame into the middle of the line.

“That’s good and bad,” Purcell said. “Next year, I’m worried about keeping him healthy, but on short-yardage next year it’s going to take more than one guy to bring him down. I’m not saying it was that way with Jerod, but Noah is a much more downhill runner, and Jerod was a much more elusive, shake-and-bake type guy.”

Running also will be an option when Cheshier’s receivers are covered.
When that happens, expect his tight end attitude to kick in, which means quite a bit of north-south running, and very little, if any, heading toward the sideline.

“That’s what we expect, but we have to be smart enough coaches to put him in a good position,” Howard said. “There are a lot of quarterbacks who make their living by running. He’s got to be smart when he runs the ball. He’s got to take care of himself. He’s got to know the down and distance too.”



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[Plano Wildcat Fan]

Courtesy of The Wylie News

CHESHIER TAKES OVER AS PIRATES' SIGNAL CALLER

<TABLE cellPadding=2 width=540 border=0><TBODY><TR><TD>Date: Wednesday, July 1, 2009
sports@wylienews.com (sports@wylienews.com)


</TD></TR><TR><TD>http://www.wylienews.com/userfiles//sp%20Noah%20Cheshier(2).jpg
Photo by Shiela K. Haynes
Noah Cheshier is quarterbacking the
Wylie 7-on-7 team, which this past
weekend earned a spot in the July 10-11
state tournament.

By Greg Ford
Sports Editor
gford@wylienews.com

For the last two seasons, Noah Cheshier’s primary responsibilities were blocking, running and catching.
As Wylie’s tight end in 2008, he did each quite well.

However, this fall his top priority will be getting the pigskin in the hands of others.
That’s because Cheshier will be doing something he hasn’t done full time since his freshman year: playing quarterback.

“It’s a little different, because every game I was used to hitting people,” Cheshier said. “Every play I would go up and hit somebody. Now, I’m just handing off the ball and reading linebackers and safeties.”

The incoming senior takes over the reins from Baylor-bound Jerod Monk, who guided the Pirates to a state title game appearance in 2008.

“That is a high standard to overcome. I think with the team we have right now we can get as far or farther and win it all. That’s what I want to do,” Cheshier said.

He took his first steps toward doing that during spring practice, and his on-field education continues this summer with 7-on-7 competition.
The league is a pure passing format, where the quarterback is allowed four seconds to throw and cannot run.
This past weekend, Wylie earned a spot in the July 10-11 state tournament in College Station.

“The one thing you can’t replace is reps, and he’s getting a lot of reps in 7-on-7,” Wylie head coach Bill Howard said. “That’s the purpose of 7-on-7. It really isn’t to go to the state tournament. It’s for the guys to build together and get reps.”

Cheshier added, “The first two (7-on-7) tournaments I was a little uneasy. Now, I feel like I have gotten back on my feet, because I haven’t played quarterback since my freshman year.”

He saw some time at quarterback last fall while backing up Monk. However, Cheshier notes he prefers tight end, the position he expects to play in college.

“Noah’s a winner, and he’s a leader. Bottom line, on Friday nights and into the fourth quarter he wants to win,” Howard said. “He knows he’s our best quarterback. He has a lot of God-given ability. He could go play quarterback at a lot of schools, probably at the D-1 level, but he’s chosen to be a tight end.”

Cheshier was a third-team, All-State tight end last season,
His 2009 task will be made easier by the return of several key skill-position players, such as running back Nick Knott and wide receiver Colby Harper.

“The greatest thing we’re doing now (in 7-on-7) is this is the part of the game where he can get better at, because it’s about timing at this point,” Wylie offensive coordinator Shanon Purcell said.

During the season, Purcell anticipates moving around the pass pocket to take advantage of Cheshier’s mobility, much like Wylie did with Monk.
On short-yardage situations, fans and foes can expect Cheshier to ram his large frame into the middle of the line.

“That’s good and bad,” Purcell said. “Next year, I’m worried about keeping him healthy, but on short-yardage next year it’s going to take more than one guy to bring him down. I’m not saying it was that way with Jerod, but Noah is a much more downhill runner, and Jerod was a much more elusive, shake-and-bake type guy.”

Running also will be an option when Cheshier’s receivers are covered.
When that happens, expect his tight end attitude to kick in, which means quite a bit of north-south running, and very little, if any, heading toward the sideline.

“That’s what we expect, but we have to be smart enough coaches to put him in a good position,” Howard said. “There are a lot of quarterbacks who make their living by running. He’s got to be smart when he runs the ball. He’s got to take care of himself. He’s got to know the down and distance too.”




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What is it with Wylie QB's having the skinhead look? Is that the going style having the burr cut at wylie?

[allendad]

While it will be a cold day in hell before that happens for the game vs my Eagles.... We do just happen to have an open week on October 2nd and , like last year, I will be attending the Wylie vs "The team that shall go unmentioned" game. Seating at this point is up in the air, but I can assure you it will be on the side with all the maroon clothing!! ;) :notworthy

I fully expect a better outome for the Pirates compared to last year though.

Cheers,


~

I'm volunteering to be your "sound boom" guy !:ninja:

[allendad]

OH MAN!! I forgot about Hebron's horns. Wylie better MAN up for next year!!

I just got this picture from some friends At Hebron of their new horn Rig.;)


AWESOME!!


http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3663/3655369966_eec419365e.jpg


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Daddy,

I just about peed my pants laughing when I saw this picture ! ! !

That "Phallicus Maximum" is indeed IMPRESSIVE ! ! !


:eek:

:o


.

[allendad]

'03,

After seeing Noah at the 7 on 7,
I'd say that Wylie is guaranteed
2-4 yards everytime Noah sneaks
it up the middle.

What is he 'bout 6'3'' - 295lbs. ! ! ! ! ! !

:p

[Wypirates03]

'03,

After seeing Noah at the 7 on 7,
I'd say that Wylie is guaranteed
2-4 yards everytime Noah sneaks
it up the middle.

What is he 'bout 6'3'' - 295lbs. ! ! ! ! ! !

:p

6'4" 245 I think

On that note, Wylie (if they make it out of pool play this week) gets Arlington Bowie in the second round... I give up already.

[allendad]

6'4" 245 I think

On that note, Wylie (if they make it out of pool play this week) gets Arlington Bowie in the second round... I give up already.


I'm hoping that 8-5A really does well in this puppy ! ! ! !

I'll be watchin' :eek: :eek:

[bigdaddydog]

6'4" 245 I think

On that note, Wylie (if they make it out of pool play this week) gets Arlington Bowie in the second round... I give up already.

Kids got a great stutter on his pump fake too. I don't know why you are worried about the Vols. They only beat us by one point in Ark. You gotta have faith, a-faith, a-faith!

So they match the pools by grouping of 8? A plays I, B plays J , Etc...?


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[E-Vol-ution]

Arlington Bowie beat Allen 35-14 in Arkansas. Bowie then lost the championship game by one point.
Kids got a great stutter on his pump fake too. I don't know why you are worried about the Vols. They only beat us by one point in Ark. You gotta have faith, a-faith, a-faith!

So they match the pools by grouping of 8? A plays I, B plays J , Etc...?


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[bigdaddydog]

Arlington Bowie beat Allen 35-14 in Arkansas. Bowie then lost the championship game by one point.

Oh yeah!! Well if we hadn't had all those guys out with injuries and missing because of grades!!! It would have only been one point and we would have been the winners!! :D:notworthy

BWHHAAAAAA!!!


my bad...Nothing like a little revisionist history. I think it's all of the smoke from the gunpowder I inhaled on Saturday...



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[E-Vol-ution]

Man.....you are one ok guy.....When we meet the first two rounds of beverage are on me. Also automatic admission in the Evo-RV.:notworthyOh yeah!! Well if we hadn't had all those guys out with injuries and missing because of grades!!! It would have only been one point and we would have been the winners!! :D:notworthy

BWHHAAAAAA!!!


my bad...Nothing like a little revisionist history. I think it's all of the smoke from the gunpowder I inhaled on Saturday...



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[Wypirates03]

Kids got a great stutter on his pump fake too. I don't know why you are worried about the Vols. They only beat us by one point in Ark. You gotta have faith, a-faith, a-faith!

So they match the pools by grouping of 8? A plays I, B plays J , Etc...?


~

Correct.

As far as not having "faith"... I've seen Arlington Bowie, and their speed does not do us any favors.

[bigdaddydog]

Man.....you are one ok guy.....When we meet the first two rounds of beverage are on me. Also automatic admission in the Evo-RV.:notworthy

OOOHHHH! First two rounds and an RV!!! You are a man that appreciates comfort. I appreciate that. I have spent plenty of time roughing it.

Thanks,

A few of us are in the process of looking at the season schedule for games. I hope we can get a chance to meet before the playoffs. I'm thinking there are going to be lots of folks from the boards at the Trinity game over at Jones Town on Labor day.

Now, so as not to totaly kidnap the Pirate thread, I reiterate Cheshire is going to be one tough QB come regular season. I should put up some video of his 7 on 7 moves to illustrate. After I finish the Allen vs Wylie 2008 game highlights of course...


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[Wypirates03]

OOOHHHH! First two rounds and an RV!!! You are a man that appreciates comfort. I appreciate that. I have spent plenty of time roughing it.

Thanks,

A few of us are in the process of looking at the season schedule for games. I hope we can get a chance to meet before the playoffs. I'm thinking there are going to be lots of folks from the boards at the Trinity game over at Jones Town on Labor day.

Now, so as not to totaly kidnap the Pirate thread, I reiterate Cheshire is going to be one tough QB come regular season. I should put up some video of his 7 on 7 moves to illustrate. After I finish the Allen vs Wylie 2008 game highlights of course...


~

So we can expect this 7 on 7 video sometime early next year? :notworthy

[bigdaddydog]

So we can expect this 7 on 7 video sometime early next year? :notworthy

Well if you promise that Wylie will lose to Allen during district play, I think I could move it up in the schedule...:p

So tell me about Wylie's QB situation. How much of their decision to use Cheshire comes from a lack of other QBs coming through the system? Are the other choices good but too short? How much of it do you think is Coach Howard's burning need to put a big man in the QB spot?


~

[Wypirates03]

Well if you promise that Wylie will lose to Allen during district play, I think I could move it up in the schedule...:p

So tell me about Wylie's QB situation. How much of their decision to use Cheshire comes from a lack of other QBs coming through the system? Are the other choices good but too short? How much of it do you think is Coach Howard's burning need to put a big man in the QB spot?


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Cheshier was a QB on the Freshman team that went 9-1. I think that made Howard's decision a bit too easy. The other 2 backup QBs... I hope never see playing time. :eek:

The thing with Cheshier is he is going to play D1 Tight End. So, I think that keeps him motivated to keep hitting people.

[bigdaddydog]

Cheshier was a QB on the Freshman team that went 9-1. I think that made Howard's decision a bit too easy. The other 2 backup QBs... I hope never see playing time. :eek:

The thing with Cheshier is he is going to play D1 Tight End. So, I think that keeps him motivated to keep hitting people.

That's a pretty emphatic statement on the backups. It is amazing what backups can do some times when they are under the gun and allowed to do it. No, I am not thinking about Tucker Carter although he certainly fits that description. All I am getting at is from my experience I try to never say never. :D;)

How fast is Cheshier? I see he has some real good offers and depending on his Sr. year he will likely get a bunch more.

I will have to check him out while I am working on the highlight video.



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[Wypirates03]

That's a pretty emphatic statement on the backups. It is amazing what backups can do some times when they are under the gun and allowed to do it. No, I am not thinking about Tucker Carter although he certainly fits that description. All I am getting at is from my experience I try to never say never. :D;)

How fast is Cheshier? I see he has some real good offers and depending on his Sr. year he will likely get a bunch more.

I will have to check him out while I am working on the highlight video.



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I said never... but what I meant is that I don't want to see them on the field this year unless we're up by 40 points at halftime. They are both undersized at about 5'`10" or so. One of them is really fast - D Alves fast... but, I'd rather stay away from an Alves type player. He really doesn't have much throwing power either. The other guy has a bit more power, but not any accuracy. So, either way... I'd hope that Cheshier stays healthy this year.

[PirateParent2011]

I said never... but what I meant is that I don't want to see them on the field this year unless we're up by 40 points at halftime. They are both undersized at about 5'`10" or so. One of them is really fast - D Alves fast... but, I'd rather stay away from an Alves type player. He really doesn't have much throwing power either. The other guy has a bit more power, but not any accuracy. So, either way... I'd hope that Cheshier stays healthy this year.

After watching the guys at the spring game I totally agree with you. We need Noah to stay healthy this year and hope for a move-in come 2010.

Aside from speed, not real impressed with either of the two backups.

[allendad]

Oh yeah!! Well if we hadn't had all those guys out with injuries and missing because of grades!!! It would have only been one point and we would have been the winners!! :D:notworthy

BWHHAAAAAA!!!


my bad...Nothing like a little revisionist history. I think it's all of the smoke from the gunpowder I inhaled on Saturday...



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Where have I heard this before ? ? ? ? ? ?

I think it was somewhere around CLARK STADIUM ! ! ! !


:p

[bigdaddydog]

Where have I heard this before ? ? ? ? ? ?

I think it was somewhere around CLARK STADIUM ! ! ! !


:p

Yeah well that was a close one. You almost uttered the name of the team that shall remain nameless. I am trying to show our brothers to the south south east some respect by not saying the name. But alas NHB06 blew that by saying the name...:p

I sincerely hope you don't have to travel tha weekend during our bye so we can catch Wylie vs The team that shall remain nameless.

Speaking of Nick Knott, I saw the picture of him on the Photo Thread and that dud hase got some BIG feet!!:D Maybe that's why he's so fast?

http://www.murphymessenger.com/content_images4/web%20Wylie%20vs%20Mesq%20Horn-157.jpg


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[allendad]

Yeah well that was a close one. You almost uttered the name of the team that shall remain nameless. I am trying to show our brothers to the south south east some respect by not saying the name. But alas NHB06 blew that by saying the name...:p

I sincerely hope you don't have to travel tha weekend during our bye so we can catch Wylie vs The team that shall remain nameless.

Speaking of Nick Knott, I saw the picture of him on the Photo Thread and that dud hase got some BIG feet!!:D Maybe that's why he's so fast?

http://www.murphymessenger.com/content_images4/web%20Wylie%20vs%20Mesq%20Horn-157.jpg


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You should be able to run a 4.1 then !:eek::D



I am going to try and be your audio whip when a certain team plays Wylie.
We will have to be extremely subversive in this task.

[PirateParent2011]

You should be able to run a 4.1 then !:eek::D



I am going to try and be your audio whip when a certain team plays Wylie.
We will have to be extremely subversive in this task.

Here's to hoping Nick & the boys have a great game against "the team that shall remain nameless". All Allen faithful more then welcome to the Pirate Ship on Oct. 2nd. The more the merrier! :D

[allendad]

Here's to hoping Nick & the boys have a great game against "the team that shall remain nameless". All Allen faithful more then welcome to the Pirate Ship on Oct. 2nd. The more the merrier! :D


I little visit to the cafe on main street before hand
for a little Chicken fried Chicken woudl really put me
in the mood !

I guess we would have to sit on the "gentile" side
of the ship. I guess we could put clothes pins on our
noses to make it bearable!

;):eek::eek:

[PirateFan]

I little visit to the cafe on main street before hand
for a little Chicken fried Chicken woudl really put me
in the mood !

I guess we would have to sit on the "gentile" side
of the ship. I guess we could put clothes pins on our
noses to make it bearable!

;):eek::eek:
you need not worry about the nose pins but do take notice of the shackles:D:D

[HebronHawk]

OH MAN!! I forgot about Hebron's horns. Wylie better MAN up for next year!!

I just got this picture from some friends At Hebron of their new horn Rig.;)


AWESOME!!


http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3663/3655369966_eec419365e.jpg


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This was version 1.0. We are working on 4.0 right now. :D

[bigdaddydog]

So we can expect this 7 on 7 video sometime early next year? :notworthy

Alright Big E, sorry to make you wait so long for the video. It's not like you forgot how it ends, but just in case, I won't spoil it for you! :D

That's the great thing about this sport we love every year is a new start filled with promise, hopes and dreams, and Unicorns. :eek: I mean Pirates!! ARGHHH!! :D

Enjoy!! Subscribe and Rate! This should be a great year!!

2008 Allen vs Wylie Final District Game: (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q4W1aow0VV4)


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[PirateParent2011]

Alright Big E, sorry to make you wait so long for the video. It's not like you forgot how it ends, but just in case, I won't spoil it for you! :D

That's the great thing about this sport we love every year is a new start filled with promise, hopes and dreams, and Unicorns. :eek: I mean Pirates!! ARGHHH!! :D

Enjoy!! Subscribe and Rate! This should be a great year!!

2008 Allen vs Wylie Final District Game: (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q4W1aow0VV4)


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:notworthy Great video BDD! Thanks for posting.

(The Teletubbies were quite disturbing however :eek:)

[Wypirates03]

:notworthy Great video BDD! Thanks for posting.

(The Teletubbies were quite disturbing however :eek:)

Way to ruin the whole video, Parent2010. Now I gotta watch with no sound.

[PirateParent2011]

Courtesy of The Wylie News

BALL A KEY TO WYLIE'S DEFENSIVE SUCCESS

<TABLE cellPadding=2 width="100%" border=0><TBODY><TR><TD>Wednesday, July 22, 2009</TD></TR><TR><TD>http://www.wylienews.com/userfiles//sp%20LB%20toby%20ball.jpg
Photo by Shiela K. Haynes

Toby Ball attempts to break up a pass
attempt during 7-on-7 action this summer.
During his first two varsity seasons, Ball
earned numerous accolades, including
being the district’s co-Defensive Player
of the Year in 2007.

By Greg Ford
Sports Editor
sports@wylienews.com

Toby Ball remembers how last season ended.
He and the rest of his Pirate teammates departed Houston’s Reliant Stadium on the short end of a 17-3 score in the Class 5A Div. II championship.
That loss to Katy still sticks with the incoming senior linebacker, and it’s served to fuel his desire to return to the title game and this time walk off a winner.

“It’s been tough. We’re hungry. Our motto right now is ‘Win one more.’ That’s our motto for this year, and we’re going to go out and win one more,” Ball said.

To do that, the Pirates will need Ball, who for the last two seasons had been an integral part of Wylie’s defense.
In 2007, as a sophomore, he was the district’s co-Defensive Player of the Year, and last season he was a first-team, All-District selection.
The personal goal in 2009 is to repeat as first-team, All-District and perhaps earn the same honor at the state level.

“He’ll be crucial,” head coach Bill Howard said. “He’s the cog in the middle. Not only is he extremely smart, he understands the defense, and he’s going to make the calls. He’s our adjuster, so he’s very important to us.”

Ball’s success is due to his work on the field and off. This summer, he’s been playing defense in 7-on-7 competition, facing a variety of passing attacks.
Off the field, Ball has hit the weight room, adding seven pounds of muscle to his frame.

However, being physical and athletic will only be part of Ball’s game this season.
The other half will be mental, as it’ll be Ball’s job to call the defensive signals.
Not to worry; it’s something he’s has been doing since his sophomore season.

“It’s kind of just there, and I’ve got it all in my head now,” Ball said.

Howard notes Ball is a smart player, adding that his understanding of the game is continually improving.

“He’s matured over the last three years, and he’ll make a good leader for us, and with his work ethic, he’s a good role model,” the coach said.
Howard added, “He can be as good as any linebacker in the state.”

Wylie’s defense was one of the tops locally and statewide in 2008.
Part of the reason was nose tackle Nikita Whitlock, the top defensive player in Texas. His presence often occupied two or three blockers, which freed up players such as Ball to pursue the ball carrier.
Whitlock graduated in May and will attend Wake Forest University. He’ll be missed, but Ball believes there’s enough talent on the defensive side to once again be a force.

“We can be really good. We just have to have some players step up and do their jobs. We had a tackle (Colton Whitehead) who went out last year the first game, and he’s be back with us,” Ball said.

After this season concludes, Ball will look to keep playing at the Div. I level himself. Currently, he’ll likely either attend Baylor or New Mexico.

“I wanted to try to make (my decision) before football starts, so I can focus on my senior year and get my team ready to go,” Ball said.


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[WildcatFan2]

So... was the call offsides because Whitlock caused the center to move? ;)

[bigdaddydog]

So... was the call offsides because Whitlock caused the center to move? ;)

Looks that way. Perception is reality... :D

Check out the Wylie Dual threat RB.

Nick Knott has some mad dance skills. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5F0jlnGB8KM)


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[grayowl60]

Should be no doubt that I and others from my town are Wylie fans, maybe because of some OLD memories (also Allen for other reasons). But I have a question for yall. Does the cross country team play dirty too? If not, why not? Is it time to get them in a program? Ive seen the softball team and they have it!!!:rolleyes:
GO PIRATES

[Wypirates03]

Should be no doubt that I and others from my town are Wylie fans, maybe because of some OLD memories (also Allen for other reasons). But I have a question for yall. Does the cross country team play dirty too? If not, why not? Is it time to get them in a program? Ive seen the softball team and they have it!!!:rolleyes:
GO PIRATES

You sir have the maturity level of a true Garland citizen.

Only reason you guys win any games at all is your ability to recruit and Garland ISD's open enrollment program. Good luck this year!

[grayowl60]

You sir have the maturity level of a true Garland citizen.

Only reason you guys win any games at all is your ability to recruit and Garland ISD's open enrollment program. Good luck this year!
Oh thats right, your not from Wylie:D
No Garland school in the district could win a game without open inrollment. Ive said before, all teams would be 0-10
Eveybody knows until this year Wylie had open enrollment too

[Wypirates03]

Oh thats right, your not from Wylie:D

Sure aint.

Never have been and never will be a native Wylie-born citizen. However, I did live in Wylie for several years before moving to Plano.

[grayowl60]

Sure aint.

Never have been and never will be a native Wylie-born citizen. However, I did live in Wylie for several years before moving to Plano.
Sounds like you might be a fan.. eh? Damn good judgement!

[Wypirates03]

Sounds like you might be a fan.. eh? Damn good judgement!

I am a true Wylie fan and have only missed 6 games over the last 9 years of Wylie football.

I moved to Wylie from St. Louis at the beginning of my Junior year. Haven't missed but those few games since then.

[grayowl60]

I am a true Wylie fan and have only missed 6 games over the last 9 years of Wylie football.

I moved to Wylie from St. Louis at the beginning of my Junior year. Haven't missed but those few games since then.
Hang with em!! Dont let where you live rub off on you nieghbor.
Wylie is a classic. Like I say, memories of Garland-Mesquite 20- 30 years ago.
Good people.

[E-Vol-ution]

Really? You ever see East St. Louis play? They used to kick butt in Illinois.
I am a true Wylie fan and have only missed 6 games over the last 9 years of Wylie football.

I moved to Wylie from St. Louis at the beginning of my Junior year. Haven't missed but those few games since then.

[PirateParent2011]

Should be no doubt that I and others from my town are Wylie fans, maybe because of some OLD memories (also Allen for other reasons). But I have a question for yall. Does the cross country team play dirty too? If not, why not? Is it time to get them in a program? Ive seen the softball team and they have it!!!:rolleyes:
GO PIRATES

Understand the school board has mandated a "dirty play" course for all athletes beginning in 2009. About time! :rolleyes::D

[grayowl60]

Understand the school board has mandated a "dirty play" course for all athletes beginning in 2009. About time! :rolleyes::D
What ever it takes!!:eek::rolleyes:

[Wypirates03]

Understand the school board has mandated a "dirty play" course for all athletes beginning in 2009. About time! :rolleyes::D

There ya go... giving them some more fuel.

[Wypirates03]

Really? You ever see East St. Louis play? They used to kick butt in Illinois.

To be honest, there were only a few teams who I even know who they were up there. The school I went to flat out sucked. I played baseball for them and baseball is a lot bigger up there than football is. I remember going to a game in Washington, MO and there being visitor stands... that amazed me! lol

The stadium only seated about 6500 people though. The school I went to was a 4A (approx 1100 students) and we we lucky to get 5000 people to a game - both sides included.

I really didn't enjoy football when I was up there. I went to the games to support the school (even though we lost most of them) and on ocassion I'd catch a Saturday game if a friend of mine was wanting to catch a game with me.

When I moved to Wylie in 2001, I realized what Texas HS Football was about. I caught the fever at a good time as Wylie was transitioning from a crappy 4A team, to a mediocre 4-6 type team, to a 4 round deep playoff team. I came in the year Wylie went 8-2 - losing the tiebreaker with Pearce for the playoff spot. Since then, Wylie has only had 1 bad season and one mediocre season. (2006 going 3-7 and 2007 going 6-5)... As they transitioned into 5A

[grayowl60]

To be honest, there were only a few teams who I even know who they were up there. The school I went to flat out sucked. I played baseball for them and baseball is a lot bigger up there than football is. I remember going to a game in Washington, MO and there being visitor stands... that amazed me! lol

The stadium only seated about 6500 people though. The school I went to was a 4A (approx 1100 students) and we we lucky to get 5000 people to a game - both sides included.

I really didn't enjoy football when I was up there. I went to the games to support the school (even though we lost most of them) and on ocassion I'd catch a Saturday game if a friend of mine was wanting to catch a game with me.

When I moved to Wylie in 2001, I realized what Texas HS Football was about. I caught the fever at a good time as Wylie was transitioning from a crappy 4A team, to a mediocre 4-6 type team, to a 4 round deep playoff team. I came in the year Wylie went 8-2 - losing the tiebreaker with Pearce for the playoff spot. Since then, Wylie has only had 1 bad season and one mediocre season. (2006 going 3-7 and 2007 going 6-5)...
Per your PM:
Duncanville. 9/3 Williams 7:00 pm (thursday)
Lake Highlands 10 /3 Williams 7:00 pm (thursday)

[E-Vol-ution]

I feel for you on that one.........I've been blessed to see some good football anywhere in the US that I lived.
I'm also pretty glad to have gotten into Arlington Bowie football when my son entered 7th grade in '06. Would have been rough being part of all that losing before that, but I still would have been supportive and sinking with the ship.
To be honest, there were only a few teams who I even know who they were up there. The school I went to flat out sucked. I played baseball for them and baseball is a lot bigger up there than football is. I remember going to a game in Washington, MO and there being visitor stands... that amazed me! lol

The stadium only seated about 6500 people though. The school I went to was a 4A (approx 1100 students) and we we lucky to get 5000 people to a game - both sides included.

I really didn't enjoy football when I was up there. I went to the games to support the school (even though we lost most of them) and on ocassion I'd catch a Saturday game if a friend of mine was wanting to catch a game with me.

When I moved to Wylie in 2001, I realized what Texas HS Football was about. I caught the fever at a good time as Wylie was transitioning from a crappy 4A team, to a mediocre 4-6 type team, to a 4 round deep playoff team. I came in the year Wylie went 8-2 - losing the tiebreaker with Pearce for the playoff spot. Since then, Wylie has only had 1 bad season and one mediocre season. (2006 going 3-7 and 2007 going 6-5)...

[Wypirates03]

Per your PM:
Duncanville. 9/3 Williams 7:00 pm (thursday)
Lake Highlands 10 /3 Williams 7:00 pm (thursday)

Awesome. Thank you sir.

[Wypirates03]

I feel for you on that one.........I've been blessed to see some good football anywhere in the US that I lived.
I'm also pretty glad to have gotten into Arlington Bowie football when my son entered 7th grade in '06. Would have been rough being part of all that losing before that, but I still would have been supportive and sinking with the ship.

No doubt in my mind that I would stay attached to the pirate ship if it were to go down again. I was at all 10 games in 2006 and 10 of 11 games in 2007.

[PirateParent2011]

There ya go... giving them some more fuel.

Some times I just can't resist! :D

[Wypirates03]

Some times I just can't resist! :D

Tis all good. I already made up with G60 - no jokes please.

I have a hard time holding a grudge! :Censor:

[PirateParent2011]

Tis all good. I already made up with G60 - no jokes please.

I have a hard time holding a grudge! :Censor:

Just saw our boy Monk catch a pass from Meger in the All Star Game replay. Really looking forward to watching Baylor play this fall. I think they will surprise some people.

[allendad]

My dear WYLIE brothers and sisters . . . .

I saw this and just thought that I share it with you.


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Some times ya just gotta raise the black flag baby ! ! ! !


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[WylieCowboy]

http://www.mysmiley.net/imgs/smile/characters/character0007.gif (http://www.mysmiley.net/freesmiley.php?smiley=characters/character0007.gif)http://www.mysmiley.net/imgs/smile/characters/character0007.gif (http://www.mysmiley.net/freesmiley.php?smiley=characters/character0007.gif) Ready to raise the Black flag. Let's get this season started

[Wypirates03]

Way to ruin the whole video, Parent2010. Now I gotta watch with no sound.

Just now watching it.... and I realized it doesn't matter if the sound is on or off... I still see the Teletubbies.

/sigh

[PirateParent2011]

Just now watching it.... and I realized it doesn't matter if the sound is on or off... I still see the Teletubbies.

/sigh

Yep, like I said...quite disturbing!

[PirateFan]

Please make it stop... no more teletubbies...............

[Wypirates03]

Any of you guys gonna catch any practices next week? I'm tempted to head out to the high school just to get my fix.

[WylieCowboy]

Any of you guys gonna catch any practices next week? I'm tempted to head out to the high school just to get my fix.
Depending on work schedule I am going to try

[PirateFan]

yay we made top 10 in max preps. Also season tickets went on sell yesterday. I gonna get my reserved season tickets. man its going to feel good to have those in my hand again

[WylieCowboy]

yay we made top 10 in max preps. Also season tickets went on sell yesterday. I gonna get my reserved season tickets. man its going to feel good to have those in my hand again
Will be getting one also and getting ready for the first game... Time for tailgate party I think :D