4-5a...........

[E-Vol-ution]

nobody saw this one coming. Paschal, North Crowley and Weatherford joining the Arlington schools..............

[abileneeagles311]

sucks for them, but we're glad to give them up :D

[JagDad07]

Pretty big win for AISD. However, you are now faced with first round playoff games on the surface of the moon in such garden spots as Odessa and 2nd round games against panhandle teams.

[da hawaiian]

Pretty big win for AISD. However, you are now faced with first round playoff games on the surface of the moon in such garden spots as Odessa and 2nd round games against panhandle teams.

AISD and LSWC in the first round will offer up some Epic football. There's some outstanding depth in Arlington ISD.

[AE 8008]

maybe abilene can go back to ousting weatherford in the 1st round:D

[AHSeagles]

maybe abilene can go back to ousting weatherford in the 1st round:D

Bahahaha! If I lived in Weatherford, I'd hate us. I don't think they've gotten very close?

[AE 8008]

Bahahaha! If I lived in Weatherford, I'd hate us. I don't think they've gotten very close?

33-0 in 2006 is the closest i can think of

[AHSeagles]

33-0 in 2006 is the closest i can think of

This past seasons game was fairly close (33-14, only a 2+ TD win). So, I guess that's kind of a moral victory lol.

[E-Vol-ution]

Oh well....we did San Antonio last year.
I think this puts us in D1........
Pretty big win for AISD. However, you are now faced with first round playoff games on the surface of the moon in such garden spots as Odessa and 2nd round games against panhandle teams.

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

Hmmm....LSWC vs. AISD in the first round? That sounds like fun! I'm ready to see how Jamal Turner finishes up his high school career at "Sam".

August can't get here fast enough.

[LordByron]

An interesting reallignment. I like it because I get tired of the sam old district every year. I thoroughly enjoy visiting Weatherford.

The quality of all the sports seems to me to be about the same.

[E-Vol-ution]

I liked the district when AISD had DeSoto, CHILL, and Duncanville in it........that was a deep district.
Not downplaying anybody........and I welcome the new guys.An interesting reallignment. I like it because I get tired of the sam old district every year. I thoroughly enjoy visiting Weatherford.

The quality of all the sports seems to me to be about the same.

[eaglefan87]

Weatherford had a decent team last year......option O gave us some trouble. Other two are doormats.

[E-Vol-ution]

I'm really hoping N.Crowley makes a name for itself again with some retooling from their new HC.
Paschal did better last year than in recent history fielding a team with a new mindset....
I look forward to the new challenge in district that is Martin......
should compete at an even better level than last year and move from being called a scrappy team to what they deserve which is a really good team.
Weatherford had a decent team last year......option O gave us some trouble. Other two are doormats.

[LordByron]

Pretty big win for AISD. However, you are now faced with first round playoff games on the surface of the moon in such garden spots as Odessa and 2nd round games against panhandle teams.
If it was a playoff game involving Arlinton Martin, I would gladly go to the moon.

[LordByron]

maybe abilene can go back to ousting weatherford in the 1st round:D
Don't count on Weatherford getting there.

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

I'm really hoping N.Crowley makes a name for itself again with some retooling from their new HC.
Paschal did better last year than in recent history fielding a team with a new mindset....
I look forward to the new challenge in district that is Martin......
should compete at an even better level than last year and move from being called a scrappy team to what they deserve which is a really good team.

Even though they only won 2 or 3 games last year, Paschal came a long way.

For the first time in about 8 or 9 years, the Panthers didn't have one single player quit, or flunk off the team, not only at the varsity level, but at the JV and freshman levels as well. The varsity team started the year with 58 players, and they ended it with 58 players. Coach Cook is doing wonders over on Berry Street and Forest Park BLVD.

One of Paschal's losses was a 35-28 game to Weatherford, where they held a 28-14 lead with 8 minutes left. Somehow, someway, they let it slip away.

I'm interested to see how Paschal, North Crowley and Weatherford all do in their new district.

[da hawaiian]

Russell will be featured more often and wants to be great.......this team will be faster than last year's and while Sergio Cantu is the incumbent at QB (throws a nice ball), Colby Listenbee is like a cross between Chris Matthews and Ronnell Sims so I expect him to take the QB spot. The incoming jr class is the best I have seen at Bowie. As freshmen..they held their own scrimmaging our undefeated JV team.
We finally have some HAWGS.........but at least one of them should be a DT (he is a beast and is being looked at by the big boys).

Me and my video camera will be watching you guys intently at the Herbie :ninja:

I love how you guys are so aggressive on defense. I mean man coverage against the spread? It was the perfect foil to Carrol's short passing game. Farmerfan commented that he thought it was a mistake Allen committed in surrendering the underneath stuff by sitting in a cover2 zone - I did catch peices of your Arlington game and I don't think you guys played zone but a few times. It was early in the year your front wasn't getting to Joeckel quick enough and he hurt you on some deep flag and go routes. I don't fault the secondary - In man your job is the short stuff and pray the pressure gets to the QB to stop the longer stuff.

[E-Vol-ution]

Me and my video camera will be watching you guys intently at the Herbie :ninja:

I love how you guys are so aggressive on defense. I mean man coverage against the spread? It was the perfect foil to Carrol's short passing game. Farmerfan commented that he thought it was a mistake Allen committed in surrendering the underneath stuff by sitting in a cover2 zone - I did catch peices of your Arlington game and I don't think you guys played zone but a few times. It was early in the year your front wasn't getting to Joeckel quick enough and he hurt you on some deep flag and go routes. I don't fault the secondary - In man your job is the short stuff and pray the pressure gets to the QB to stop the longer stuff.
Joeckel schooled our young secondary and the type zone we played had us looking like ducks on a wall........but we should have attacked him more. I think our kids were thinking more about the streak than beating Arlington. It's like they were looking past them since SLC beat them up early season. And no one was prepared for their sophomore (Dickerson). He had been on JV. Arlington has to get the most credit, it was their game of the year.

[da hawaiian]

going by 2008 enrollment numbers:

Arlington 3004 (2)
Arlington Bowie 2986 (4)
Arlington Houston 2956 (5)
Arlington Lamar 2994 (3)
Arlington Martin 3350 (1)
Ft Worth Paschal 2257 (7)
North Crowley 2434 (6)
Weatherford 2136 (8)

It's a crapshoot that's for sure. You have the official numbers yet?

[da hawaiian]

Joeckel can be very inconsistent and timid sometimes. Against Trinity it seemeed he gave up on routes perhaps a little early. In later rounds Trinity faced QB's who weren't afraid to attack pockets that Joeckel opted not to.

[da hawaiian]

When are you guys playing Martin? I hope it's a thursday game

[E-Vol-ution]

going by 2008 enrollment numbers:

Arlington 3004 (2)
Arlington Bowie 2986 (4)
Arlington Houston 2956 (5)
Arlington Lamar 2994 (3)
Arlington Martin 3350 (1)
Ft Worth Paschal 2257 (7)
North Crowley 2434 (6)
Weatherford 2136 (8)

It's a crapshoot that's for sure. You have the official numbers yet?We were supposed to have larger numbers than Lamar and Arlington this year......a fellow poster provided numbers earlier and I can't find the source.

[E-Vol-ution]

When are you guys playing Martin? I hope it's a thursday game
I have yet to see a schedule.......most likely a Friday. Our house this time.

[E-Vol-ution]

Joeckel can be very inconsistent and timid sometimes. Against Trinity it seemeed he gave up on routes perhaps a little early. In later rounds Trinity faced QB's who weren't afraid to attack pockets that Joeckel opted not to.
I don't know to this day why we weren't more agressive with him....let him sit back and he'll pick you apart. He can make the throws.

[da hawaiian]

Your pressure didn't look so bad...he was just having one of those days. Oh and Green > Dickerson

[E-Vol-ution]

Your pressure didn't look so bad...he was just having one of those days. Oh and Green > Dickerson
We got him when we blitzed but slept on those 2 long misdirection plays.
Joeckel got a big run right after we finally got them to punt early third qtr. I can't remember who ran into the kicker and gave them that momentum right back with the long run afterwards.
I was ticked.

[da hawaiian]

Russell will be featured more often and wants to be great.......this team will be faster than last year's and while Sergio Cantu is the incumbent at QB (throws a nice ball), Colby Listenbee is like a cross between Chris Matthews and Ronnell Sims so I expect him to take the QB spot. The incoming jr class is the best I have seen at Bowie. As freshmen..they held their own scrimmaging our undefeated JV team.
We finally have some HAWGS.........but at least one of them should be a DT (he is a beast and is being looked at by the big boys).

I can't wait to see your team either. Will you guys be coming out with a roster with vitals early this year? I can't believe you arent rueing White's departure to Desoto. What have you got at WR? More tall speedy athletes?

I will never forget our quarterfinal game in 07.

[E-Vol-ution]

I can't wait to see your team either. Will you guys be coming out with a roster with vitals early this year? I can't believe you arent rueing White's departure to Desoto. What have you got at WR? More tall speedy athletes?

I will never forget our quarterfinal game in 07.
Cam is a player.....but this group is very good. Hard to replace what we had last year at the WR spots, but definitely faster in aggregate with a couple of inches lost in height. I expect names to be made this summer.
Zenon is good enough to play both ways.
That '07 game was a tough one.......this defense should challenge that one.

[E-Vol-ution]

This kid should have a great year.
Courtesy of DMN:
http://www.star-telegram.com/highschools/story/1977260.html

[da hawaiian]

This kid should have a great year.
Courtesy of DMN:
http://www.star-telegram.com/highschools/story/1977260.html

I love the Quote by Coach Wagner: regarding his 5'9 180lbs runningback/safety

"I guess you could go look for a 6-foot-2, 210-pound running back because that's what a Division I running back is supposed to look like. But if he's not spectacular how have you benefited yourself?"

[da hawaiian]

ECA realeases 3 HC Bachman on saturday
http://www.shreveporttimes.com/article/20100226/SPORTS/100226027/1001&referrer=NEWSFRONTCAROUSEL

Does this put the Bowie ECA game in jeopardy?

[E-Vol-ution]

ECA realeases 3 HC Bachman on saturday
http://www.shreveporttimes.com/article/20100226/SPORTS/100226027/1001&referrer=NEWSFRONTCAROUSEL

Does this put the Bowie ECA game in jeopardy?
I know nothing at the moment........but the replacement is part of the ECA admin inner circle. I'd expect the game to go on but I'm crossing my fingers on it.

[da hawaiian]

Accoring to OldCoach its off

http://theoldcoach.rivals.com/showmsg.asp?fid=798&tid=131998040&mid=131998040&sid=984&style=2

[coriv]

Looks like Bowie and Odessa High will meet in Week 0.

http://varsity.oaoa.com/articles/high-5791-arlington-odessa.html

[E-Vol-ution]

Looks like Bowie and Odessa High will meet in Week 0.

http://varsity.oaoa.com/articles/high-5791-arlington-odessa.html

We look forward to playing a good Odessa team...........very nice for a home and home.:notworthy

[coriv]

We look forward to playing a good Odessa team...........very nice for a home and home.:notworthy

It's a good opportunity for OHS to compete against a big time program.

[E-Vol-ution]

It's a good opportunity for OHS to compete against a big time program.

uh....y'all are playing Arlington Bowie.:)

[da hawaiian]

too much.

its running deep thru here

[E-Vol-ution]

Arlington loses a lot but does return their receivers, Jr speedster Dickerson, some OL and defensive players. SR Anthony Johnson is the incumbent attempting to fill the shoes of Joeckel at QB. The cupboard isn't bare.
I expect them to be a playoff team..............

[pied]

Do we have any chance of getting to the 6/8-5a thread numbers?

[E-Vol-ution]

Do we have any chance of getting to the 6/8-5a thread numbers?
Nope......get used to it.lol
We'll be in the top seven.:notworthy

[E-Vol-ution]

There you go.......Danzel Williams of Arlington Martin commited to Oklahoma. This kid is the real deal.

[da hawaiian]

There you go.......Danzel Williams of Arlington Martin commited to Oklahoma. This kid is the real deal.

Just saw that this morning. Suprised OldCoach not showing it yet...maybe I just missed it.

[da hawaiian]

Evol U know I'm a big fan of this kid too. How would he compare to Hershel over at Abilene?

[E-Vol-ution]

Just saw that this morning. Suprised OldCoach not showing it yet...maybe I just missed it.
Yesterday's DMN......required reading.:notworthy

[E-Vol-ution]

Evol U know I'm a big fan of this kid too. How would he compare to Hershel over at Abilene?
Hershel in the blocks and moving piles (Williams will hit you though)........Williams making a cut on the dime either direction one step past the line of scrimmage. Both have jets......Sims may be faster, I think Williams is quicker.

[da hawaiian]

Hershel in the blocks and moving piles (Williams will hit you though)........Williams making a cut on the dime either direction one step past the line of scrimmage. Both have jets......Sims may be faster, I think Williams is quicker.

I like

Williams ability to change direction without losing momentum is flat unfair. I could do a beautiful highlight film on the kid from the Trinity game alone. My nephew put a beautiful shot on his thigh thinking it would send him flying but the kid readjusted and kept running. Terrific balance

[pied]

OK guys, we're getting way behind here. Evo, I need you to get back from Cali and get busy.

In the mean time, Barry or Emmit?

[E-Vol-ution]

OK guys, we're getting way behind here. Evo, I need you to get back from Cali and get busy.

In the mean time, Barry or Emmit?

Looking forward to the Bowie 7 on 7 starting at the end of May............:heli:

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

OK guys, we're getting way behind here. Evo, I need you to get back from Cali and get busy.

In the mean time, Barry or Emmit?

Barry was faster but, overall, Emmitt could do more. Emmitt was the better reciever and blocker, and never shyed away from contact.

Barry was a human highlight reel.

Can I have both?

[E-Vol-ution]

OK guys, we're getting way behind here. Evo, I need you to get back from Cali and get busy.

In the mean time, Barry or Emmit?

I'll take Barry..........and a fullback like Moose as a throw in to level the playing field.

[da hawaiian]

I'll take Barry..........and a fullback like Moose as a throw in to level the playing field.

+1

How goes 7 on 7?

[E-Vol-ution]

+1

How goes 7 on 7?

I'm trying to find out if we play in anybody else's......ours is the end of May.

[E-Vol-ution]

Russell will make you into a believer.........................courtesy of the DNN:
http://highschoolsportsblog.dallasnews.com/archives/2010/04/three-dallas-area-players-reco.html


kid averaged over 9 yds carry and didn't play the whole season..........

[E-Vol-ution]

Where's the 4-5A guys?

[pied]

Where's the 4-5A guys?

Mostly on the 8-5A thread. Sorry.


Fuller is hosting a dinner tonight. You should go and give us a report!

[E-Vol-ution]

Mostly on the 8-5A thread. Sorry.


Fuller is hosting a dinner tonight. You should go and give us a report!

I'd have to wear dark glasses........
There's a couple of Lamar kids on the team at my church......they love Fuller.

[pied]

I'd have to wear dark glasses........
There's a couple of Lamar kids on the team at my church......they love Fuller.

Maybe some of the Bowie players do as well and will move to the right side of town.

[E-Vol-ution]

Maybe some of the Bowie players do as well and will move to the right side of town.

Nope........they're cool with Fuller because it was his time and opportunity, they are pissed at Reid because they feel he sold them a bill of goods.

[pied]

Nope........they're cool with Fuller because it was his time and opportunity, they are pissed at Reid because they feel he sold them a bill of goods.

Who's Reid?

[E-Vol-ution]

Who's Reid?
The other coach that came later.

[pied]

The other coach that came later.

What kind of bill of goods does a HS position coach sell?

[E-Vol-ution]

What kind of bill of goods does a HS position coach sell?

That bill of goods is in the eyes of teenagers.........they felt let down by
either what, when or how he said something.

[pied]

That bill of goods is in the eyes of teenagers.........they felt let down by
either what, when or how he said something.

I can see that, jsut kind of funny. To me that is, certainly viewed differently by the kids.

Congrats to us, we've upped the post count on the thread without having to resort to restaurant talks or walks in the moonlight like some inferior districts....

[E-Vol-ution]

I can see that, jsut kind of funny. To me that is, certainly viewed differently by the kids.

Congrats to us, we've upped the post count on the thread without having to resort to restaurant talks or walks in the moonlight like some inferior districts....
:notworthy:notworthy:notworthy

[da hawaiian]

I can see that, jsut kind of funny. To me that is, certainly viewed differently by the kids.

Congrats to us, we've upped the post count on the thread without having to resort to restaurant talks or walks in the moonlight like some inferior districts....

:(

Why hate the Playa? Hate the game.

[pied]

:(

Why hate the Playa? Hate the game.

4-5A brother!!!!!

I don't hate anyone.

[JagFan]

I can see that, jsut kind of funny. To me that is, certainly viewed differently by the kids.

Congrats to us, we've upped the post count on the thread without having to resort to restaurant talks or walks in the moonlight like some inferior districts....


:rolleyes: Smack doesn't become you Pied, who loves to post in those other people's threads. I think you are just jealous of the fact that we are much more well rounded and can discuss it all. :)

[pied]

:rolleyes: Smack doesn't become you Pied, who loves to post in those other people's threads. I think you are just jealous of the fact that we are much more well rounded and can discuss it all. :)

I admit freely to being a nomad. I claim 4-5A due to being an alumnus, 8-5A due to marriage and living in that town, and 7-5A due to where I pay taxes.

[JagFan]

I admit freely to being a nomad. I claim 4-5A due to being an alumnus, 8-5A due to marriage and living in that town, and 7-5A due to where I pay taxes.

So you don't mind roaming and resorting to such conversations then?

[farmerfan]

:rolleyes: Smack doesn't become you Pied, who loves to post in those other people's threads. I think you are just jealous of the fact that we are much more well rounded and can discuss it all. :)

nicely done Jagfan:yes:

[pied]

So you don't mind roaming and resorting to such conversations then?

Not every district has the great teams, coaches, and facilities within their boundaries like we do. I understand that fully.

[JagFan]

Not every district has the great teams, coaches, and facilities within their boundaries like we do. I understand that fully.

You are so right to say that about your 8-5A connection. We have the very best. I just wonder what your alumni will think of you bragging on them in their thread. Good to see you trying to give 4-5A some love by posting here. :)

[pied]

You are so right to say that about your 8-5A connection. We have the very best. I just wonder what your alumni will think of you bragging on them in their thread. Good to see you trying to give 4-5A some love by posting here. :)

I'll be at the opening of Marauder Stadium rooting hard for the 4-5A!!!!


Go Vikes!

That is, if I can get in due to the traffic...

[JagFan]

I'll be at the opening of Marauder Stadium rooting hard for the 4-5A!!!!


Go Vikes!

That is, if I can get in due to the traffic...

Very very true. Get there very early. I am sure your house will be very interesting that week. Just don't underestimate Edward S. they are a rival but the resect is there for what they have done the last few years.

[pied]

Very very true. Get there very early. I am sure your house will be very interesting that week. Just don't underestimate Edward S. they are a rival but the resect is there for what they have done the last few years.

I've got '88, she's got '95 and '96.

Need to even this sucker back up. Somehow the only one we have on tape is the '88 game, 28-0 if you were wondering. We also lost the '97 tape where they won the state title, hmmmmm. Don't know how that happend.

[JagFan]

I've got '88, she's got '95 and '96.

Need to even this sucker back up. Somehow the only one we have on tape is the '88 game, 28-0 if you were wondering. We also lost the '97 tape where they won the state title, hmmmmm. Don't know how that happend.

You would be in big time trouble in my house. I can get her a copy of the '97 tape. I know some of the parents of players that would let me copy it for her.

I do believe that in finally getting their own stadium Erwin will have his boys ready to play and put up a win in opening it up. He is that kind of motivator.

[pied]

You would be in big time trouble in my house. I can get her a copy of the '97 tape. I know some of the parents of players that would let me copy it for her.

I do believe that in finally getting their own stadium Erwin will have his boys ready to play and put up a win in opening it up. He is that kind of motivator.


That's ok, we don't need any more HS football tapes...

Erwin hasn't met Trent Fuller.

[pied]

Lamar just put out a history book from 1970-2009. was flipping through the pages and found myself, Mrs. pied and her dad at the '98 game in Orlando.

kind of cool

[JagFan]

That's ok, we don't need any more HS football tapes...

Erwin hasn't met Trent Fuller.

Fuller hasn't met Erwin. :D

[E-Vol-ution]

Fuller hasn't met Erwin. :D

Actually....Fuller met Erwin.
Bowie 35 Marcus 7 in second round playoff of 2007

[farmerfan]

Actually....Fuller met Erwin.
Bowie 35 Marcus 7 in second round playoff of 2007

I remember that game. Wow. Marcus simply got overwhelmed by the inside trap Bowie went to. A close game at the half turned into a run away. Man I was imprressed with Bowie that day

[E-Vol-ution]

I remember that game. Wow. Marcus simply got overwhelmed by the inside trap Bowie went to. A close game at the half turned into a run away. Man I was imprressed with Bowie that day

We really hope this incoming defense is near as stingy.......FM had 111 total yards rushing and passing that day.

[JagFan]

Actually....Fuller met Erwin.
Bowie 35 Marcus 7 in second round playoff of 2007

Well that's what Pied and I get for trying to talk smack. Opps

[farmerfan]

Well that's what Pied and I get for trying to talk smack. Opps

Hey now. Fuller has never met Erwin without having Perry guide him ;)

[JagFan]

Hey now. Fuller has never met Erwin without having Perry guide him ;)

Thanks for the backup Farmer.:)

[E-Vol-ution]

Hey now. Fuller has never met Erwin without having Perry guide him ;)

You know it's Coach Perry's game.
Fuller will have a QB developed whether he's a dropback or runner....and the kid will be prepared.
The biggest thing I look forward to seeing is the initial transition to a spread with read options.
Reid seems like he'd get the DC spot......don't quote me because I'm speculating. He'll look for guys that will lay licks but not let anybody behind them in the deep spots.
Kids will respond to both of these coaches.
Erwin is a very good coach........I don't have to tell you or most reputable posters that one.

[pied]

Hey now. Fuller has never met Erwin without having Perry guide him ;)

Fuller made Perry, plus Erwin can't be sure what to prepare for!

[farmerfan]

Fuller made Perry, plus Erwin can't be sure what to prepare for!

So it was worth the wait all along then. right? I mean weren't you the Mr Perry should have been at Lamar all along guy?:)

[pied]

So it was worth the wait all along then. right? I mean weren't you the Mr Perry should have been at Lamar all along guy?:)

I was hoping Perry would come and bring Fuller with him.

[farmerfan]

I was hoping Perry would come and bring Fuller with him.

Gotcha

[E-Vol-ution]

Fuller made Perry, plus Erwin can't be sure what to prepare for!
Miller was the OC in '08 prior to Fuller. He's HC at SOC.
In all honesty......all of these guys are good coaches in their own right and many come from families of coaches, the only recurring theme among them is Coach Perry.
I think the theme will continue.
Erwin is smart enough to know more than the basics of anybody's game.
Whether the team executes or not is dependent on who he has more times than not.

[pied]

Miller was the OC in '08 prior to Fuller. He's HC at SOC.
In all honesty......all of these guys are good coaches in their own right and many come from families of coaches, the only recurring theme among them is Coach Perry.
I think the theme will continue.
Erwin is smart enough to know more than the basics of anybody's game.
Whether the team executes or not is dependent on who he has more times than not.

E-Vol, who's side are you on? It's you and me against the world over here for the time being and I suggest we stick together.

Erwin is too busy recruiting players like Deion Jr. to be watching film and getting ready for TFull and the Vikes!

[E-Vol-ution]

E-Vol, who's side are you on? It's you and me against the world over here for the time being and I suggest we stick together.

Erwin is too busy recruiting players like Deion Jr. to be watching film and getting ready for TFull and the Vikes!

I'm trying to get them to feel they had the best 5 course meal in their lives to get them to take a very long nap that carries over to the football field on some transcendental scientific oddity type stuff.:notworthy

[da hawaiian]

E-Vol, who's side are you on? It's you and me against the world over here for the time being and I suggest we stick together.

Erwin is too busy recruiting players like Deion Jr. to be watching film and getting ready for TFull and the Vikes!

You gonna make it out to Lamar Springball this year?

[E-Vol-ution]

Had to bump this thing up a little bit.:)

[E-Vol-ution]

We need to start playing other people quick, the defense keeps hurting people in practice.................
Had to pull out of the Keller 7 on 7.

[da hawaiian]

Will somebody list the AISD spring game schedule?

[E-Vol-ution]

Will somebody list the AISD spring game schedule?

All I know is Bowie's: 5/27 6:30pm Bowie HS

[da hawaiian]

All I know is Bowie's: 5/27 6:30pm Bowie HS

see u there

[E-Vol-ution]

see u there



FREE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

But as the President of the Booster Club told me:

"Now you know the concession stand will be charging and and thanking you."

[da hawaiian]

I just googled the school, not sure if I can make it due to other things but I still will try like heck to get there. Is it James Bowie HS? southwest of I20/360? I'll try to make it and sit with you and TT80. I'll keep you posted. Look for the short fat ugly tongan guy in a t-shirt and flip-flops holding a video camera :D

[whsfan1]

Weatherford High School head coach Kenny Wheaton has resigned as of today. No word yet on who a possible replacement will be but a decision should be made pretty soon considering how quick this came up.

[E-Vol-ution]

I just googled the school, not sure if I can make it due to other things but I still will try like heck to get there. Is it James Bowie HS? southwest of I20/360? I'll try to make it and sit with you and TT80. I'll keep you posted. Look for the short fat ugly tongan guy in a t-shirt and flip-flops holding a video camera :D


I'll be there......most likely with the other Dads by the 50 yard line near the top.
It is James Bowie.......right off New York Avenue on Highbank. It is SW of 360 and 20.

[E-Vol-ution]

uh.....Thunder is making me a little peeved right now.
I surely hope it ends in the next few minutes or so.

[E-Vol-ution]

I had the pleasure of meeting and kicking it with TT80 at the Bowie spring game tonight..........really cool guy.

There were some good signs...........Cantu throws a beautiful ball and there were a few good signs of guys that will catch quite a few including a freshman that broke the starting lineup.

Defense is very good and I look forward to seeing all of these guys on the same team. Linebackers really impressed me.

Overall size is decent on the lines......not huge but not tiny. I really was hoping to see more than we have though.

Far too many guys are banged up......I counted at least six guys that are core players.

I expect a lot from this team........plenty of work to do though.

Shame......an excellent player wishes to transfer to Bowie but that team's coach refuses to sign a release. He was at the game........

[TrinityTrojan80]

I had the pleasure of meeting and kicking it with TT80 at the Bowie spring game tonight..........really cool guy.

There were some good signs...........Cantu throws a beautiful ball and there were a few good signs of guys that will catch quite a few including a freshman that broke the starting lineup.

Defense is very good and I look forward to seeing all of these guys on the same team. Linebackers really impressed me.

Overall size is decent on the lines......not huge but not tiny. I really was hoping to see more than we have though.

Far too many guys are banged up......I counted at least six guys that are core players.

I expect a lot from this team........plenty of work to do though.

Shame......an excellent player wishes to transfer to Bowie but that team's coach refuses to sign a release. He was at the game........

I was my pleasure meeting you as well. Coaches are always keeping key players back for one reason or another. I love the QB and at least one WR that hooked up a couple of times. His throws are effortless and really hit the mark. I saw a team that has plenty of talent and just lack a couple more beefy players to fill in where they may face a team with more size. Bowie has skilled players all over the field so they should be a team to kon with!

[E-Vol-ution]

I was my pleasure meeting you as well. Coaches are always keeping key players back for one reason or another. I love the QB and at least one WR that hooked up a couple of times. His throws are effortless and really hit the mark. I saw a team that has plenty of talent and just lack a couple more beefy players to fill in where they may face a team with more size. Bowie has skilled players all over the field so they should be a team to kon with!

Did you miss the line of the night?
The bald head guy with the tripod and pizza......his son is the starting center. Last year the kid was at about 255lbs and has lost some weight up top but his legs are like tree trunks.........His Dad said: "We'll concentrate on more upper body work this summer, but so far I've just been making him push an old car around the neighborhood".:)

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

I had the pleasure of meeting and kicking it with TT80 at the Bowie spring game tonight..........really cool guy.

There were some good signs...........Cantu throws a beautiful ball and there were a few good signs of guys that will catch quite a few including a freshman that broke the starting lineup.

Defense is very good and I look forward to seeing all of these guys on the same team. Linebackers really impressed me.

Overall size is decent on the lines......not huge but not tiny. I really was hoping to see more than we have though.

Far too many guys are banged up......I counted at least six guys that are core players.

I expect a lot from this team........plenty of work to do though.

Shame......an excellent player wishes to transfer to Bowie but that team's coach refuses to sign a release. He was at the game........

Would this be the young man who actually lives in the Bowie zone but, has been a starter at QB since his sophomore year at a rival school of Bowie? (wears number 10?)

[E-Vol-ution]

Would this be the young man who actually lives in the Bowie zone but, has been a starter at QB since his sophomore year at a rival school of Bowie? (wears number 10?)


That be him..........(sitting on the side of me, some Bowie Dads and TT80 during the spring game in support).:(

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

That be him..........(sitting on the side of me, some Bowie Dads and TT80 during the spring game in support).:(

Sir, I don't think some understand how scary Bowie's offense would be, with him running the show.:eek:

[E-Vol-ution]

Arlington Sam Houston's OC Cody Slater took the HC job at 1-A Miles High School in Miles, TX.
http://www.gosanangelo.com/news/2010/jun/03/miles-hires-new-football-coach/?partner=RSS

[pied]

Arlington Sam Houston's OC Cody Slater took the HC job at 1-A Miles High School in Miles, TX.
http://www.gosanangelo.com/news/2010/jun/03/miles-hires-new-football-coach/?partner=RSS

Weird, but I am always happy to see key coaches from rival teams move on.

Good luck Cody.

[Dynastybegan86]

bump!:)

[E-Vol-ution]

No excuses...........remember I told you guys about this kid Kolby Listenbee(Coach Schuman's NUC Camp):



http://nucfootball.blogspot.com/2010/05/dallas-beat-heat-tx-10th-grade-nuc.html


And then there is Russell:

http://combines.underarmour.com/Combines/Articles/Story/5056610

[E-Vol-ution]

Anybody mind posting DCTF's 4-5A prediction here? Thanks for your assistance.

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

Anybody mind posting DCTF's 4-5A prediction here? Thanks for your assistance.

1. Martin (D-1 rep.)
2. Bowie (D-1 rep.)
3. Arlington High
4. Lamar
5. Sam Houston
6. Weatherford
7. North Crowley
8. Paschal

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

Are there any Arlington High fans on here? I see that Miles Onyegbule is moving to QB.

[E-Vol-ution]

1. Martin (D-1 rep.)
2. Bowie (D-1 rep.)
3. Arlington High
4. Lamar
5. Sam Houston
6. Weatherford
7. North Crowley
8. Paschal

Thank you sir.......
I don't think Jamal Turner wants to miss the playoffs this year.
Sam better have a defense............

[E-Vol-ution]

Are there any Arlington High fans on here? I see that Miles Onyegbule is moving to QB.

I don't remember any......
They must be putting Dickerson fulltime in the backfield this year, but I wouldn't be surprised if he played in the slot.

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

Thank you sir.......
I don't think Jamal Turner wants to miss the playoffs this year.
Sam better have a defense............

No problem! I agree with you on Big Sam's defense. The offense will be no problem for them once again, as they'll be better this year.

Feel free to slap me if I'm wrong but, I see multiple shootouts in this district in 2010.

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

I don't remember any......
They must be putting Dickerson fulltime in the backfield this year, but I wouldn't be surprised if he played in the slot.

Sounds to me that Peach has something up his sleeve. Remember the insane numbers that Devin Williams, Omarr Johnson and Paul Baker put up in 2002 after Big Sam got everybody healthy? We might see that again!

By the way, Dickerson reminds me a lot of Johnson.

[E-Vol-ution]

No problem! I agree with you on Big Sam's defense. The offense will be no problem for them once again, as they'll be better this year.

Feel free to slap me if I'm wrong but, I see multiple shootouts in this district in 2010.

I think you are absolutely correct about this.
You might be shocked to hear I don't anticpate Bowie going that route this year.:)

[E-Vol-ution]

Sounds to me that Peach has something up his sleeve. Remember the insane numbers that Devin Williams, Omarr Johnson and Paul Baker put up in 2002 after Big Sam got everybody healthy? We might see that again!

By the way, Dickerson reminds me a lot of Johnson.

We don't play Arlington until the last game of the year.......everybody shows their cards by then.
I don't think Abilene went "Maverick" until the CHILL game.
I think Lamar will surprise a lot of people with how fast they adapt to the spread offense.

[rbethmann]

I don't remember any......
They must be putting Dickerson fulltime in the backfield this year, but I wouldn't be surprised if he played in the slot.

I don't post on here too often but I'm an AHS fan. I have wondered about whether or not they'd move Davis or Dickerson to the slot this year. I don't know which one has better hands but I hope Davis can catch because I'd like to see Dickerson as the primary ball carrier after seeing him break through as a sophomore last year. I'm excited to see what Onyegbule brings to the table at QB. He's a strider and reminds me of the kid from Sam earlier this decade. I think Devin Williams was his name?

The Colts don't get any breaks out of the gate this year. The first two games could test their patience with slugfests at PESH and at home against Coppell. Ringo at PESH always has his team in the upper portion of the area defensive rankings. Coppell just beat the snot out of Arlington in last year's playoff game.

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

I don't post on here too often but I'm an AHS fan. I have wondered about whether or not they'd move Davis or Dickerson to the slot this year. I don't know which one has better hands but I hope Davis can catch because I'd like to see Dickerson as the primary ball carrier after seeing him break through as a sophomore last year. I'm excited to see what Onyegbule brings to the table at QB. He's a strider and reminds me of the kid from Sam earlier this decade. I think Devin Williams was his name?

The Colts don't get any breaks out of the gate this year. The first two games could test their patience with slugfests at PESH and at home against Coppell. Ringo at PESH always has his team in the upper portion of the area defensive rankings. Coppell just beat the snot out of Arlington in last year's playoff game.

Yes...that was Devin Williams! And, I'll say again that Dickerson reminds me a lot of Omarr Johnson, who played RB/WR for "Sam" when Devin was their QB. Onyegbule maybe a little faster than Devin though.

[E-Vol-ution]

I don't post on here too often but I'm an AHS fan. I have wondered about whether or not they'd move Davis or Dickerson to the slot this year. I don't know which one has better hands but I hope Davis can catch because I'd like to see Dickerson as the primary ball carrier after seeing him break through as a sophomore last year. I'm excited to see what Onyegbule brings to the table at QB. He's a strider and reminds me of the kid from Sam earlier this decade. I think Devin Williams was his name?

The Colts don't get any breaks out of the gate this year. The first two games could test their patience with slugfests at PESH and at home against Coppell. Ringo at PESH always has his team in the upper portion of the area defensive rankings. Coppell just beat the snot out of Arlington in last year's playoff game.

The Colts won that playoff game.

[rbethmann]

[/B]

The Colts won that playoff game.

Yep, they sure did. And I stand by my statement that Coppell beat the snot out of them! One of the coaches told me a few days later that it was the most phyiscally punishing game they played all year. The team doctor told me a month after the game that the game really took a lot out of the team physically.

[E-Vol-ution]

Bump..........(things have been quiet lately around here)

[rbethmann]

I noticed on the schedule that AHS/Bowie in week 10 is on a Thursday night. What's the deal there?

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

I noticed on the schedule that AHS/Bowie in week 10 is on a Thursday night. What's the deal there?

Either, Coach Peach or Coach Perry both want to get a head start on scouting a future playoff opponent the next night or, the game might be televised.

Or, it could be both!

[E-Vol-ution]

Either, Coach Peach or Coach Perry both want to get a head start on scouting a future playoff opponent the next night or, the game might be televised.

Or, it could be both!


BINGO!:notworthy

[rbethmann]

That makes sense, but if that's the case I'm surprised that more schools aren't doing the same thing. Who knows, maybe it will trend that way. That said, the opposite is also true. By playing Thursday with the rest of the metroplex, for the most part, playing on Friday then you just made it that much easier for your own game to be scouted in person as well!

[E-Vol-ution]

That makes sense, but if that's the case I'm surprised that more schools aren't doing the same thing. Who knows, maybe it will trend that way. That said, the opposite is also true. By playing Thursday with the rest of the metroplex, for the most part, playing on Friday then you just made it that much easier for your own game to be scouted in person as well!

Thats a fair exchange when you also get an extra day of rest and or preparation.

[E-Vol-ution]

Freshmen started.........I'm impressed.:D:notworthy

[Hooked]

AHS fan here, as well......took forever to get admin approval!!!

Davis will be going to slot - we have to keep our fingers crossed that Miles will stay healthy!! He's a great athlete.....decent passer but will absolutely burn a defense that gives him a crease to run the ball. He's deceptively fast because of his size.

[Hooked]

1. Martin (D-1 rep.)
2. Bowie (D-1 rep.)
3. Arlington High
4. Lamar
5. Sam Houston
6. Weatherford
7. North Crowley
8. Paschal

I would switch Arlington High and Lamar - I think Arlington will be in a dogfight with Sam for the 4th playoff spot....like another posted suggested, it all depends on whether Sam can bring any kind of a defense to go with what will assuredly be a high-scoring offense.

[pied]

I would switch Arlington High and Lamar - I think Arlington will be in a dogfight with Sam for the 4th playoff spot....like another posted suggested, it all depends on whether Sam can bring any kind of a defense to go with what will assuredly be a high-scoring offense.

I think I like you, except I would switch Lamar and Martin.

[Hooked]

I think I like you, except I would switch Lamar and Martin.

Man, I don't know about that. Martin is going to be every bit as good as advertised....Lamar has some good talent, particularly on offense, but with a new system and set of coaches - not to mention not nearly as much depth as Martin possesses - I just don't see Lamar finishing any higher than 3rd in the district this year. I think Martin has a very good chance of going very deep in the playoffs this season.

[pied]

I think I like you, except I would switch Lamar and Martin.

Why does my post have an excalmation?

[pied]

Man, I don't know about that. Martin is going to be every bit as good as advertised....Lamar has some good talent, particularly on offense, but with a new system and set of coaches - not to mention not nearly as much depth as Martin possesses - I just don't see Lamar finishing any higher than 3rd in the district this year. I think Martin has a very good chance of going very deep in the playoffs this season.


I believe in Trent Fuller. Not as much as I would have believed in Kenny Perry, but I'll take him.

Who cares about depth, this is the Vikes we are talking about.

p.s. I hope Miles has an outstanding year and blows up, save one game.

[E-Vol-ution]

I think I like you, except I would switch Lamar and Martin.

A lot of people will be shocked by Bowie's team this year..............The offense and especially the defense.

[pied]

A lot of people will be shocked by Bowie's team this year..............The offense and especially the defense.

I agree, and I'll be here for you when you are sad.

[E-Vol-ution]

I agree, and I'll be here for you when you are sad.

:D Watch the Desoto game.

[rbethmann]

I would switch Arlington High and Lamar - I think Arlington will be in a dogfight with Sam for the 4th playoff spot....like another posted suggested, it all depends on whether Sam can bring any kind of a defense to go with what will assuredly be a high-scoring offense.

Other than Fuller, what's the cause for optimism up at Lamar?

[pied]

Other than Fuller, what's the cause for optimism up at Lamar?

Peach retiring.

[Hooked]

Peach retiring.

Ha. That, and they will have a very stout running game.

Arlington has too much riding on Miles being a one-man-band and keeping him healthy. Combined with an extremely difficult schedule right out of the blocks, Arlington may really have to struggle to keep any kind of optimism by the midway mark of the season. If they get a break or two and win a game they shouldn't AND keep Miles healthy, then they have a great chance of finishing strong and having some confidence going into the playoffs. I'm concerned, however, that there is at least a greater-than-equal chance that a rough start could torpedo the whole season.

Arlington has a ton of younger talent on board - I really think they'll be loaded the next two seasons.....they just need to get through this one.

[E-Vol-ution]

Other than Fuller, what's the cause for optimism up at Lamar?

The offense will be opened up.......

[Vols4Ever]

Peach retiring.

That is pretty cold man.

6 months of lurking... I couldn't help but respond to this one.....

[Vols4Ever]

For the first time in 18 years, I expect to miss every regular season game in the Arlington ISD school district.....

Since my cheering alone (I am the 2nd most interesting man in the world) helped Bowie become a power, I am hoping that my magic mojo can work an even bigger miracle - turn my Midlothian Panthers from a team that could not even win a game in 4A to a powerhouse in 5A.

Since I will not be at any of the AISD games, I will predict the following scores for my old Volunteers (or rather, at 34, I am the old one now?):

Bowie 71 Arlington 3 - Bowie wins this one with no problem.
Bowie 63 Sam Houston 0 - If only that qb could transfer.....
Bowie 81 Lamar 5 - Payback continues for the next 18 year biyotches.
Bowie 95 Paschal 2 - Bowie snaps a fumbled punt for a safety for Paschal.
Bowie 3 Weatherford 2 - A week after that 'debacle' against Paschal, Bowie players decide to aim for the statistical scoring anamoly.
Bowie 23 Martin 21 - A Bowie 31 yard field goal with 0.2 seconds left seals the deal before 25,000 at Cowboys Stadium (game had to be moved there because both UTA Maverick and Cravens suck at having enough room for all the living).
Bowie 31 North Crowley 0 - North Crowley alone has the same number of state championships that the entire AISD does --- that number being 1. (see Arlington Colts 1951). Bad thing for N. Crowley is that the only relevant football is played in God's conference - 5A. Well, that, and the fact that they are just not very good.

Sarcastic Notes directed at district rivals meant to draw the ire of others (tongue and cheek for you Martinistas and Viqueens):

If Paschal is bringing you pancakes, North Crowley can always make you some bacon and eggs. You can always go outside of the district, and get your gravy from Grand Prairie High.....

Weatherford is still there to flip off your fans as they arrive at Weatherford stadium though.... circa 1995 or 96 (last time I went there and saw their students giving the bird to one Bowie QB Vernon Wells). Stay classy boys and girls! That's what Roos do! I heard Kangaroos were once used in fights against human boxers....

I still hate Martin, and I suppose I probably should harbor continued resentment towards Lamar's success..... but nothing cures that like seeing the alma mater turn the tables. Martin's cheerleaders were always good at spelling the phrase 'Can You Spell Exemplary?" for friendly display to the other AISD schools (just a friendly encouraging display), but everyone knows that even in the rare good years, Martin will always come up short (stick to baseball, volleyball, and hockey boys and girls).....

I give Lamar credit - they let their football team represent what exemplary was for many many years. I appreciate that, and I am sure Kenny Perry can take it from here (here being 2006 to the present and onward). Coach Fuller has great big bear sized shoes to fill.

Sam Houston - oh what can I say positive beyond the epic Southlake Carroll game that everyone wants to forget ...... moving right along...

Arlington, Arlington, Arlington - I actually kind of like you guys. Always thought the Green unis were great. Now, my sister lives just a few blocks away on Tucker, and her children will one day be Colts.... I suppose I can develop a soft spot for those lovely people from Old School Arlington.

Non-District: Odessa - Bowie fans don't understand what it's like to consistently be 2nd fiddle to a power like Permian..... but man -- we know what 5th wheel, bottom of the barrel, and getting the crap kicked out of us by Abilene feels like.

Desoto - Your new recruit from Bowie has about as much class as he does loyalty.... 0. Character guys like that always deliver the title, even if they sacrificed their character first.....

Skyline - Are we going to get another officiating crew composed of the uncles and grandpas of current Skyline players? Or will these be guys that just happen to live within 3 blocks of Skyline high? GO RAIDERS!

Finally, I end with this note: I lub you. Now where is my Shiner?

Gig 'em.

V4E

[E-Vol-ution]

For the first time in 18 years, I expect to miss every regular season game in the Arlington ISD school district.....

Since my cheering alone (I am the 2nd most interesting man in the world) helped Bowie become a power, I am hoping that my magic mojo can work an even bigger miracle - turn my Midlothian Panthers from a team that could not even win a game in 4A to a powerhouse in 5A.

Since I will not be at any of the AISD games, I will predict the following scores for my old Volunteers (or rather, at 34, I am the old one now?):

Bowie 71 Arlington 3 - Bowie wins this one with no problem.
Bowie 63 Sam Houston 0 - If only that qb could transfer.....
Bowie 81 Lamar 5 - Payback continues for the next 18 year biyotches.
Bowie 95 Paschal 2 - Bowie snaps a fumbled punt for a safety for Paschal.
Bowie 3 Weatherford 2 - A week after that 'debacle' against Paschal, Bowie players decide to aim for the statistical scoring anamoly.
Bowie 23 Martin 21 - A Bowie 31 yard field goal with 0.2 seconds left seals the deal before 25,000 at Cowboys Stadium (game had to be moved there because both UTA Maverick and Cravens suck at having enough room for all the living).
Bowie 31 North Crowley 0 - North Crowley alone has the same number of state championships that the entire AISD does --- that number being 1. (see Arlington Colts 1951). Bad thing for N. Crowley is that the only relevant football is played in God's conference - 5A. Well, that, and the fact that they are just not very good.

Sarcastic Notes directed at district rivals meant to draw the ire of others (tongue and cheek for you Martinistas and Viqueens):

If Paschal is bringing you pancakes, North Crowley can always make you some bacon and eggs. You can always go outside of the district, and get your gravy from Grand Prairie High.....

Weatherford is still there to flip off your fans as they arrive at Weatherford stadium though.... circa 1995 or 96 (last time I went there and saw their students giving the bird to one Bowie QB Vernon Wells). Stay classy boys and girls! That's what Roos do! I heard Kangaroos were once used in fights against human boxers....

I still hate Martin, and I suppose I probably should harbor continued resentment towards Lamar's success..... but nothing cures that like seeing the alma mater turn the tables. Martin's cheerleaders were always good at spelling the phrase 'Can You Spell Exemplary?" for friendly display to the other AISD schools (just a friendly encouraging display), but everyone knows that even in the rare good years, Martin will always come up short (stick to baseball, volleyball, and hockey boys and girls).....

I give Lamar credit - they let their football team represent what exemplary was for many many years. I appreciate that, and I am sure Kenny Perry can take it from here (here being 2006 to the present and onward). Coach Fuller has great big bear sized shoes to fill.

Sam Houston - oh what can I say positive beyond the epic Southlake Carroll game that everyone wants to forget ...... moving right along...

Arlington, Arlington, Arlington - I actually kind of like you guys. Always thought the Green unis were great. Now, my sister lives just a few blocks away on Tucker, and her children will one day be Colts.... I suppose I can develop a soft spot for those lovely people from Old School Arlington.

Non-District: Odessa - Bowie fans don't understand what it's like to consistently be 2nd fiddle to a power like Permian..... but man -- we know what 5th wheel, bottom of the barrel, and getting the crap kicked out of us by Abilene feels like.

Desoto - Your new recruit from Bowie has about as much class as he does loyalty.... 0. Character guys like that always deliver the title, even if they sacrificed their character first.....

Skyline - Are we going to get another officiating crew composed of the uncles and grandpas of current Skyline players? Or will these be guys that just happen to live within 3 blocks of Skyline high? GO RAIDERS!

Finally, I end with this note: I lub you. Now where is my Shiner?

Gig 'em.

V4E



:eek::notworthy:heli::yes:

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

For the first time in 18 years, I expect to miss every regular season game in the Arlington ISD school district.....

Since my cheering alone (I am the 2nd most interesting man in the world) helped Bowie become a power, I am hoping that my magic mojo can work an even bigger miracle - turn my Midlothian Panthers from a team that could not even win a game in 4A to a powerhouse in 5A.

Since I will not be at any of the AISD games, I will predict the following scores for my old Volunteers (or rather, at 34, I am the old one now?):

Bowie 71 Arlington 3 - Bowie wins this one with no problem.
Bowie 63 Sam Houston 0 - If only that qb could transfer.....
Bowie 81 Lamar 5 - Payback continues for the next 18 year biyotches.
Bowie 95 Paschal 2 - Bowie snaps a fumbled punt for a safety for Paschal.
Bowie 3 Weatherford 2 - A week after that 'debacle' against Paschal, Bowie players decide to aim for the statistical scoring anamoly.
Bowie 23 Martin 21 - A Bowie 31 yard field goal with 0.2 seconds left seals the deal before 25,000 at Cowboys Stadium (game had to be moved there because both UTA Maverick and Cravens suck at having enough room for all the living).
Bowie 31 North Crowley 0 - North Crowley alone has the same number of state championships that the entire AISD does --- that number being 1. (see Arlington Colts 1951). Bad thing for N. Crowley is that the only relevant football is played in God's conference - 5A. Well, that, and the fact that they are just not very good.

Sarcastic Notes directed at district rivals meant to draw the ire of others (tongue and cheek for you Martinistas and Viqueens):

If Paschal is bringing you pancakes, North Crowley can always make you some bacon and eggs. You can always go outside of the district, and get your gravy from Grand Prairie High.....

Weatherford is still there to flip off your fans as they arrive at Weatherford stadium though.... circa 1995 or 96 (last time I went there and saw their students giving the bird to one Bowie QB Vernon Wells). Stay classy boys and girls! That's what Roos do! I heard Kangaroos were once used in fights against human boxers....

I still hate Martin, and I suppose I probably should harbor continued resentment towards Lamar's success..... but nothing cures that like seeing the alma mater turn the tables. Martin's cheerleaders were always good at spelling the phrase 'Can You Spell Exemplary?" for friendly display to the other AISD schools (just a friendly encouraging display), but everyone knows that even in the rare good years, Martin will always come up short (stick to baseball, volleyball, and hockey boys and girls).....

I give Lamar credit - they let their football team represent what exemplary was for many many years. I appreciate that, and I am sure Kenny Perry can take it from here (here being 2006 to the present and onward). Coach Fuller has great big bear sized shoes to fill.

Sam Houston - oh what can I say positive beyond the epic Southlake Carroll game that everyone wants to forget ...... moving right along...

Arlington, Arlington, Arlington - I actually kind of like you guys. Always thought the Green unis were great. Now, my sister lives just a few blocks away on Tucker, and her children will one day be Colts.... I suppose I can develop a soft spot for those lovely people from Old School Arlington.

Non-District: Odessa - Bowie fans don't understand what it's like to consistently be 2nd fiddle to a power like Permian..... but man -- we know what 5th wheel, bottom of the barrel, and getting the crap kicked out of us by Abilene feels like.

Desoto - Your new recruit from Bowie has about as much class as he does loyalty.... 0. Character guys like that always deliver the title, even if they sacrificed their character first.....

Skyline - Are we going to get another officiating crew composed of the uncles and grandpas of current Skyline players? Or will these be guys that just happen to live within 3 blocks of Skyline high? GO RAIDERS!

Finally, I end with this note: I lub you. Now where is my Shiner?

Gig 'em.

V4E

Well....here we go! Let the $h!t slinging begin!:yes:

[Vols4Ever]

I don't have enough time to post here often anymore - rather, I chose to do other things, namely coaching ice hockey.... but I wanted to specifically give pied, rbethman, and other fans of the other 4 relevant (a.k.a 5A) AISD teams enough bulletin board material to last a month or so. The Bowie coaching staff (most of whom visit this board) hopefully get a chuckle, and not a headache.

If people can't tell it's in jest, and half-hearted attempt to jab at each of the 10 opponents, I guess thats just on them. I have connections to all 6 AISD schools.... so I don't know how much I can truly 'hate' any of them.

I'm pretty serious about Desoto's 'move in' though........... this kid and his dad sound like epic works of character..........

If by chance there are any Seguin fans that are offended, try 4A message board.

[Vols4Ever]

OMG Matthew -- That is CLAYTON BIGSBY! How is that guy doing anyways?

[pied]

That is pretty cold man.

6 months of lurking... I couldn't help but respond to this one.....

Probably comes off that way. Not meant to be disrespectful, but a little humor is ok. The man built a great team and program. Like anything, us fans like something new(see college recruiting or the NFL draft). That hasn't been at Lamar since the school opened. Looking around the district it's nice to see Peach's infulence.

It's almost time. Going to be at the opening of Marauder stadium, likely sitting on the opposite side from Mrs. pied. Last time we did that, it didn't work out so well, 12/95.

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

OMG Matthew -- That is CLAYTON BIGSBY! How is that guy doing anyways?

He told me to tell you;

"WHITE POWER!".

[E-Vol-ution]

District talk from FWST:

Will Arlington Bowie hold off Arlington High and Martin? Bowie, which won its district and advanced to the fourth round of the playoffs before losing to Abilene, is poised for another run. The Volunteers will have one of the top defenses in the area.
Senior defensive end Michael Amaefula already has around 15 college offers, safety Quentin Sargent has committed to Oklahoma State, and cornerbacks Malcolm Surrel, George Adams and Robert Zenon are returning starters.
But the other Arlington teams will test the Volunteers.
Martin has two great leaders on offense. Quarterback Russell Bellamy is headed to Purdue, and running back Danzel Williams is committed to Oklahoma. Miles Onyegbule, who is headed to Texas next year and is possibly the best receiver in the district, leads a strong Arlington High offense.
Sam Houston has several college prospects, and coach Kenny Perry's former offensive coordinator, Trent Fuller, is entering his first season as Lamar's coach. District 4-5A newcomers Fort Worth Paschal, North Crowley and Weatherford might not be as strong as the Arlington schools, but also carry the unknown factor.
Bowie also faces a rugged nondistrict schedule -- Odessa, DeSoto and Dallas Skyline -- but should be seasoned in time for the playoffs.

[tmcran]

District talk from FWST:

Will Arlington Bowie hold off Arlington High and Martin? Bowie, which won its district and advanced to the fourth round of the playoffs before losing to Abilene, is poised for another run. The Volunteers will have one of the top defenses in the area.
Senior defensive end Michael Amaefula already has around 15 college offers, safety Quentin Sargent has committed to Oklahoma State, and cornerbacks Malcolm Surrel, George Adams and Robert Zenon are returning starters.
But the other Arlington teams will test the Volunteers.
Martin has two great leaders on offense. Quarterback Russell Bellamy is headed to Purdue, and running back Danzel Williams is committed to Oklahoma. Miles Onyegbule, who is headed to Texas next year and is possibly the best receiver in the district, leads a strong Arlington High offense.
Sam Houston has several college prospects, and coach Kenny Perry's former offensive coordinator, Trent Fuller, is entering his first season as Lamar's coach. District 4-5A newcomers Fort Worth Paschal, North Crowley and Weatherford might not be as strong as the Arlington schools, but also carry the unknown factor.
Bowie also faces a rugged nondistrict schedule -- Odessa, DeSoto and Dallas Skyline -- but should be seasoned in time for the playoffs.




The weather should still be warm so I expect Bowie to do well. :D I will have to pull for our 3-5A foe OP...

[E-Vol-ution]

The weather should still be warm so I expect Bowie to do well. :D I will have to pull for our 3-5A foe OP...

All eyes are on ESPN's #1...........enjoy it while you can:notworthy

and tell everybody in Texas they're not supposed to beat you......:yes:

[tmcran]

All eyes are on ESPN's #1...........enjoy it while you can:notworthy

and tell everybody in Texas they're not supposed to beat you......:yes:

I think Abilene will have a COLD connection with Bowie for a long time...:D

Yep, ole ESPN did a good job for themselves. But we know everyone wants to beat the Eagles and they should want to and someone will.. But it has been a great last few years for the Eagles and last year was the pay off. :notworthy

[E-Vol-ution]

I think Abilene will have a COLD connection with Bowie for a long time...:D

Yep, ole ESPN did a good job for themselves. But we know everyone wants to beat the Eagles and they should want to and someone will.. But it has been a great last few years for the Eagles and last year was the pay off. :notworthy

Somebody's gotta win and somebody's got to win. lol
Ya'll had a year to remember. This is a new one............we'll see how this one works for each of us.
Our districts play early in post season.
Sure would have been nice to know just how good that defense really was.:D

[tmcran]

Somebody's gotta win and somebody's got to win. lol
Ya'll had a year to remember. This is a new one............we'll see how this one works for each of us.
Our districts play early in post season.
Sure would have been nice to know just how good that defense really was.:D

I don't want to hijack the tread but just had to toss that in... "On the frozen tundra of UTA field.":D..

[E-Vol-ution]

I don't want to hijack the tread but just had to toss that in... "On the frozen tundra of UTA field.":D..

You already jacked it............so I'll add:

"Bore a Monster that never forgot that day":notworthy

Thank you.

[Vols4Ever]

You already jacked it............so I'll add:

"Bore a Monster that never forgot that day":notworthy

Thank you.

I went to the game vs Abilene at UTA.

I had minor discomfort on my big toe when it started to get cold... Just needed a long sleeve sweater and a light jacket, and I was fine.

other than that, it felt like home to me.

I live on the ice in my recreational time (temp just above an ice rink is 40's usually). So I didn't mind the cold weather game - in fact, the air had a crisp feel to it that I enjoyed.

I don't think weather had anything to do with the outcome. I think it was Sims and Sims and Sims and Sims............

[Vols4Ever]

Matthew - If you got hate in your heart..... Let it out.

[E-Vol-ution]

I went to the game vs Abilene at UTA.

I had minor discomfort on my big toe when it started to get cold... Just needed a long sleeve sweater and a light jacket, and I was fine.

other than that, it felt like home to me.

I live on the ice in my recreational time (temp just above an ice rink is 40's usually). So I didn't mind the cold weather game - in fact, the air had a crisp feel to it that I enjoyed.

I don't think weather had anything to do with the outcome. I think it was Sims and Sims and Sims and Sims............

I agree the weather had nothing to do with the outcome but it did
have a lot to do with balls not being able to reach the sideline.
Missing a player is a usual excuse in many of these type games and I would have used us missing at least three starters if I was trying to do that. The game was definitely more suited to Abilene's style.
Stopping them for one half defensively didn't make up for the quarter they had their way with us on the field and scoreboard but we did adjust.
Sims killed us, but Curtis did too.
The weather was typical for where I'm from (NY).
Best ground game wins 95% of the time.

[LordByron]

I believe in Trent Fuller. Not as much as I would have believed in Kenny Perry, but I'll take him.

Who cares about depth, this is the Vikes we are talking about.

p.s. I hope Miles has an outstanding year and blows up, save one game.
I believe Martin has a lot more people (skilled and unskilled) coming back than Lamar. Plus Martin has 5 players going to big time D-1 schools including Oklahome, Texas A&M, TCU, Purdue and one other. How does Lamar stack up?

[pied]

I believe Martin has a lot more people (skilled and unskilled) coming back than Lamar. Plus Martin has 5 players going to big time D-1 schools including Oklahome, Texas A&M, TCU, Purdue and one other. How does Lamar stack up?

Where's the list of big time D-1 schools?

[LordByron]

Where's the list of big time D-1 schools?
Right in the post or did you read it? But here you go:

DB/RB Danzel Williams (http://rivals.yahoo.com/Baylor/football/recruiting/player-Danzel-Williams-105367) Oklahoma
QB Russell Bellomy (http://rivals.yahoo.com/Baylor/football/recruiting/player-Russell-Bellomy-109426) Purdue
DB Devonta Burns (http://rivals.yahoo.com/Baylor/football/recruiting/player-Devonta-Burns-109652) Texas A&M
LB Deryck Gildon (http://rivals.yahoo.com/Baylor/football/recruiting/player-Deryck-Gildon-103854) TCU
OL Damon Martin (http://rivals.yahoo.com/Baylor/football/recruiting/player-Damon-Martin-113557) Kansas

Those are the ones that are verballed and been accepted. They are all rated three stars by Rivals. Rivals lists 4 others that have not commited and not ranked.

Euless Trinity has three 3 stars. 2 are going to Baylor and one to SMU. They have one unranked player committed to Oklahoma. They have three other players unranked that have not verballed.

Lamar has no three stars and no one committed. They do have 4 listed that are not ranked.

Now, peed, how's that for a list of players going big time D-1 schools? In my humble opinion, Lamar's varsity couldn't beat Martin's JV.

It's August. Enough of this pussyfooting around. Let the mud slinging began. http://forums.5atexasfootball.com/images/icons/icon7.gif

[pied]

Right in the post or did you read it? But here you go:

DB/RB Danzel Williams (http://rivals.yahoo.com/Baylor/football/recruiting/player-Danzel-Williams-105367) Oklahoma
QB Russell Bellomy (http://rivals.yahoo.com/Baylor/football/recruiting/player-Russell-Bellomy-109426) Purdue
DB Devonta Burns (http://rivals.yahoo.com/Baylor/football/recruiting/player-Devonta-Burns-109652) Texas A&M
LB Deryck Gildon (http://rivals.yahoo.com/Baylor/football/recruiting/player-Deryck-Gildon-103854) TCU
OL Damon Martin (http://rivals.yahoo.com/Baylor/football/recruiting/player-Damon-Martin-113557) Kansas

Those are the ones that are verballed and been accepted. They are all rated three stars by Rivals. Rivals lists 4 others that have not commited and not ranked.

Euless Trinity has three 3 stars. 2 are going to Baylor and one to SMU. They have one unranked player committed to Oklahoma. They have three other players unranked that have not verballed.

Lamar has no three stars and no one committed. They do have 4 listed that are not ranked.

Now, peed, how's that for a list of players going big time D-1 schools? In my humble opinion, Lamar's varsity couldn't beat Martin's JV.

It's August. Enough of this pussyfooting around. Let the mud slinging began. http://forums.5atexasfootball.com/images/icons/icon7.gif

Lord Byron let me give you a little back ground on myself. I am a t-sip, and you will not see me admitting that any of those teams, ou/a$m/etc. are big time programs.

I graduated in '89 from Lamar and am a huge fan, the problem is that I am now a bit older and as you can see my location is not in Arlington any longer. I travelled to many away games(including Midland/Odessa/Houston/Orlando) and saw many home games, at Cravens and Texas Stadium. My first kid was born in 2000 and that put a damper on my attending many games. It also coincided with their somewhat down turn, although that was a little later.

I say that because I want you guys to understand my comments. I wish I had more direct football knowledge to share about my Vikes, but the fact is unless they get better, they are unlikely to get more press. The less press they have, the less I will know about them. I will be seeing at least one game this year, and am excited about that.

I do expect that to change with Fuller. As to exactly why, I will struggle a bit to expand on for a time and more games played. In the end I am a fan, and I will not let the lack of knowledge stop me from being a homer and engaging in good natured ribbing with the losers from Central and South Arlington.

Lamar is back and you will need to deal with it!

[farmerfan]

Lord Byron let me give you a little back ground on myself. I am a t-sip, and you will not see me admitting that any of those teams, ou/a$m/etc. are big time programs.

I graduated in '89 from Lamar and am a huge fan, the problem is that I am now a bit older and as you can see my location is not in Arlington any longer. I travelled to many away games(including Midland/Odessa/Houston/Orlando) and saw many home games, at Cravens and Texas Stadium. My first kid was born in 2000 and that put a damper on my attending many games. It also coincided with their somewhat down turn, although that was a little later.

I say that because I want you guys to understand my comments. I wish I had more direct football knowledge to share about my Vikes, but the fact is unless they get better, they are unlikely to get more press. The less press they have, the less I will know about them. I will be seeing at least one game this year, and am excited about that.

I do expect that to change with Fuller. As to exactly why, I will struggle a bit to expand on for a time and more games played. In the end I am a fan, and I will not let the lack of knowledge stop me from being a homer and engaging in good natured ribbing with the losers from Central and South Arlington.

Lamar is back and you will need to deal with it!

Truth.

Pied sat with and got Mickey Mouses autograph while in Orlando. I think :)

[pied]

Truth.

Pied sat with and got Mickey Mouses autograph while in Orlando. I think :)


Incorrect it was the Princess and the Frog...

[farmerfan]

Incorrect it was the Princess and the Frog...

bwhahahahahahahahaha

:rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:

[E-Vol-ution]

Lord Byron let me give you a little back ground on myself. I am a t-sip, and you will not see me admitting that any of those teams, ou/a$m/etc. are big time programs.

I graduated in '89 from Lamar and am a huge fan, the problem is that I am now a bit older and as you can see my location is not in Arlington any longer. I travelled to many away games(including Midland/Odessa/Houston/Orlando) and saw many home games, at Cravens and Texas Stadium. My first kid was born in 2000 and that put a damper on my attending many games. It also coincided with their somewhat down turn, although that was a little later.

I say that because I want you guys to understand my comments. I wish I had more direct football knowledge to share about my Vikes, but the fact is unless they get better, they are unlikely to get more press. The less press they have, the less I will know about them. I will be seeing at least one game this year, and am excited about that.

I do expect that to change with Fuller. As to exactly why, I will struggle a bit to expand on for a time and more games played. In the end I am a fan, and I will not let the lack of knowledge stop me from being a homer and engaging in good natured ribbing with the losers from Central and South Arlington.

Lamar is back and you will need to deal with it!

I could tell you about a 6'2 280 lb Lamar D1 lineman that goes to my church.:D

[pied]

I could tell you about a 6'2 280 lb Lamar D1 lineman that goes to my church.:D

Do tell

[Warbird_Dad]

I went to the game vs Abilene at UTA.

I had minor discomfort on my big toe when it started to get cold... Just needed a long sleeve sweater and a light jacket, and I was fine.

other than that, it felt like home to me.

I live on the ice in my recreational time (temp just above an ice rink is 40's usually). So I didn't mind the cold weather game - in fact, the air had a crisp feel to it that I enjoyed.

I don't think weather had anything to do with the outcome. I think it was Sims and Sims and Sims and Sims............

It was cold but bearable....That was the game that I quickly discovered that the rubber soles of my hunting boots had dry rotted and big chunks of rubber coming off with every step I took. Not much sole left by the end of that game but it was worth it....:D

[E-Vol-ution]

Do tell

He's gained about two inches and 40 lbs since last year.
Still growing..........:eek:
I very well may be underselling him.
The most imposing Alter Boy I have ever seen.
Pretty sure Fuller will have him protecting that QB (who has a good arm)
backside........he moves pretty well (quick feet).

[rbethmann]

Right in the post or did you read it? But here you go:

DB/RB Danzel Williams (http://rivals.yahoo.com/Baylor/football/recruiting/player-Danzel-Williams-105367) Oklahoma
QB Russell Bellomy (http://rivals.yahoo.com/Baylor/football/recruiting/player-Russell-Bellomy-109426) Purdue
DB Devonta Burns (http://rivals.yahoo.com/Baylor/football/recruiting/player-Devonta-Burns-109652) Texas A&M
LB Deryck Gildon (http://rivals.yahoo.com/Baylor/football/recruiting/player-Deryck-Gildon-103854) TCU
OL Damon Martin (http://rivals.yahoo.com/Baylor/football/recruiting/player-Damon-Martin-113557) Kansas


Did Damon Martin transfer? He was at Arlington High last year...

[E-Vol-ution]

Did Damon Martin transfer? He was at Arlington High last year...

True....he commited to Kansas as a junior at AHS.
Hadn't heard about him transferring.

[pied]

True....he commited to Kansas as a junior at AHS.
Hadn't heard about him transferring.

Should have transferred to Lamar.

[E-Vol-ution]

Should have transferred to Lamar.

Can't see the kid transferring at all.......the 2 or 3 Martin OL guys returning weren't over 225lbs. Doubt we'd see them recruited at the OL position on the D1 level.

[LordByron]

Did Damon Martin transfer? He was at Arlington High last year...
He may have. I couldn't recall his name from last year. When I saw his name and couldn't recall it, I just chalked it up to how annonymous offensive linemen can be sometimes.

And Pied, I sure admire your loyalty to the Vikings. Of course you are probably aware how hard it has been to be a Martin football fan since 1982.

[Vols4Ever]

He may have. I couldn't recall his name from last year. When I saw his name and couldn't recall it, I just chalked it up to how annonymous offensive linemen can be sometimes.

And Pied, I sure admire your loyalty to the Vikings. Of course you are probably aware how hard it has been to be a Martin football fan since 1982.

I hate Martin the most out of the other 5. So there you go. I even cheer for Sam Houston or Lamar over Martin now days....

Lots of bad blood between Martin and Bowie going WAY back - tied to Seguin, boundary lines amongst many other issues.

[pied]

He may have. I couldn't recall his name from last year. When I saw his name and couldn't recall it, I just chalked it up to how annonymous offensive linemen can be sometimes.

And Pied, I sure admire your loyalty to the Vikings. Of course you are probably aware how hard it has been to be a Martin football fan since 1982.

The only reason Martin became good was because of Lamar's IC Little. The Lamar-Martin rivalry really seems to have blown up after I left. There was little interest int hat game, or no more than the other city teams except Arlington when I was in school. It sseemd like the Lamar-Martin game was almost as big as the AHS game the last few times I've been.

"The Home Team doesn't ride the bus!"

That being said, in my day there was the McDonalds food fight/etc. I think things have calmed a bit these days.

[pied]

I hate Martin the most out of the other 5. So there you go. I even cheer for Sam Houston or Lamar over Martin now days....

Lots of bad blood between Martin and Bowie going WAY back - tied to Seguin, boundary lines amongst many other issues.

I don't consider Bowie a school It will always be Workman Junior High to me.

[Hooked]

True....he commited to Kansas as a junior at AHS.
Hadn't heard about him transferring.

Damon Martin was seen coming by to get his locker assignment and get fitted for his equipment at Arlington High this past week - sounds like wishful thinking that he might be transferring.

[LordByron]

I hate Martin the most out of the other 5. So there you go. I even cheer for Sam Houston or Lamar over Martin now days....

Lots of bad blood between Martin and Bowie going WAY back - tied to Seguin, boundary lines amongst many other issues.
Well, I don't hate Bowie, Lamar or any other team.

[LordByron]

The only reason Martin became good was because of Lamar's IC Little. The Lamar-Martin rivalry really seems to have blown up after I left. There was little interest int hat game, or no more than the other city teams except Arlington when I was in school. It sseemd like the Lamar-Martin game was almost as big as the AHS game the last few times I've been.

"The Home Team doesn't ride the bus!"

That being said, in my day there was the McDonalds food fight/etc. I think things have calmed a bit these days.
I completely disagree with you about IC Little. He was a very poor coach although somwhat better than the other coaches Eddie Peach let us have, Even Lamar fans told me they were glad that IC left Lamar.

[LordByron]

Damon Martin was seen coming by to get his locker assignment and get fitted for his equipment at Arlington High this past week - sounds like wishful thinking that he might be transferring.I have no knowledge that he transferred to Martin. I just went to Rivals and typed in Arlinton Martin. Now I see my mistake. Becuse his name is Martin, he came up. Arlington High is in very small print.

[MWSU73]

Arlington High has plenty of its own D-1 talent as well
Miles Onyegbule-Texas
Laderice Sanders-TCU
Damon Martin-Kansas
Douglas Brothers are already gaining lots of interest.
Dickerson is stud RB gaining interest, and they have a couple of huge offensive lineman that started last year as sophmores-Robbins/Lysenko. AHS is looking good for years to come.

[LordByron]

I hate Martin the most out of the other 5. So there you go. I even cheer for Sam Houston or Lamar over Martin now days....

Lots of bad blood between Martin and Bowie going WAY back - tied to Seguin, boundary lines amongst many other issues.
Seems pretty juvenile to me to hate another school over football or any athletic contest played by kids.

[LordByron]

Arlington High has plenty of its own D-1 talent as well
Miles Onyegbule-Texas
Laderice Sanders-TCU
Damon Martin-Kansas
Douglas Brothers are already gaining lots of interest.
Dickerson is stud RB gaining interest, and they have a couple of huge offensive lineman that started last year as sophmores-Robbins/Lysenko. AHS is looking good for years to come.
I agree with you about the quality of the Senior class at AHS. They have a lot of guys that made the varsity as sophomores and still had a fairly salty JV team. Onyegbule is one of the best wide receivers I've seen in the last 20 years. Is he going to play QB?

[pied]

I completely disagree with you about IC Little. He was a very poor coach although somwhat better than the other coaches Eddie Peach let us have, Even Lamar fans told me they were glad that IC left Lamar.

How many times did Martin make the playoffs prior to Little coming?

How many after?

I don't know.

[rbethmann]

Arlington High has plenty of its own D-1 talent as well
Miles Onyegbule-Texas
Laderice Sanders-TCU
Damon Martin-Kansas
Douglas Brothers are already gaining lots of interest.
Dickerson is stud RB gaining interest, and they have a couple of huge offensive lineman that started last year as sophmores-Robbins/Lysenko. AHS is looking good for years to come.

Disclaimer: I'm a huge Colt homer.

I agree with the post and the line of thinking that AHS has several pieces to put together another solid season. We've been a little spoiled the last two years though by watching 7 playoff games in those two years (3 in 2008 and 4 in 2009). You knew when last year started that the team was a legit threat in Region 1. I think Martin is that kind of team this year. That said, Martin wasn't considered a serious threat in Region 1 when the season began and look what they did.

Bowie friends, as long as KP is on your campus you're ALWAYS a threat in Region 1.

[blueraider10]

I think Martin improved greatly with the addition of IC. I also wish the sunnyside would stop blamin Eddy Peach for Martin's football shortcomings in the past. That conspiracy dead horse has been beaten enough. I would also like to remind the little warriors that IC was very instrumental in the hiring of your current coach.

I think the little warriors are loaded this year and if they don't shoot themselves in the foot, I can see a pretty solid run in the post season, especially if Trinity somehow winds up in D2 this season.

I'm ready to watch the little vols this season, because I think they are real salty on the defensive side of the ball and they have a running back that will give them the ability to control the clock.

Little colts should be okay if they don't get shell shocked at the beginning of the year. They are also going to be running the ball much more this season, maybe keeping their defense fresher.

[rbethmann]

I think Martin improved greatly with the addition of IC. I also wish the sunnyside would stop blamin Eddy Peach for Martin's football shortcomings in the past. That conspiracy dead horse has been beaten enough. I would also like to remind the little warriors that IC was very instrumental in the hiring of your current coach.

I think the little warriors are loaded this year and if they don't shoot themselves in the foot, I can see a pretty solid run in the post season, especially if Trinity somehow winds up in D2 this season.

I'm ready to watch the little vols this season, because I think they are real salty on the defensive side of the ball and they have a running back that will give them the ability to control the clock.

Little colts should be okay if they don't get shell shocked at the beginning of the year. They are also going to be running the ball much more this season, maybe keeping their defense fresher.

Good to have you on the board for our AISD banter. Speaking of, where do the little vikings and little texans fall on your radar this year? In the one game I saw the Texans play last year I was very underwhelmed by what I saw. And the Vikings made what I think is a good hire for them but aren't they a program trying to do more with less?

[LordByron]

How many times did Martin make the playoffs prior to Little coming?

How many after?

I don't know.
None. The AISD always assigned some old, loyal AISD assistant coach to Martin jyust before they were ready ro retire so that they could get a better retirement check. They never had a previously successful head coacgh accepted even though many applied. One was a defending AAAA state champion. One was the head coach of Odessa Permian. Neither of those two made it past the first cut. IC was the best of the lot and he was a very poor coach. Wager is Martin's first previously successful head football coach. If he had been there in the 80s or 90s, he would have done just as well as he is doing today.

[Vols4Ever]

None. The AISD always assigned some old, loyal AISD assistant coach to Martin jyust before they were ready ro retire so that they could get a better retirement check. They never had a previously successful head coacgh accepted even though many applied. One was a defending AAAA state champion. One was the head coach of Odessa Permian. Neither of those two made it past the first cut. IC was the best of the lot and he was a very poor coach. Wager is Martin's first previously successful head football coach. If he had been there in the 80s or 90s, he would have done just as well as he is doing today.

I think it's juvenile to call out I.C. like that - the man lead Martin to it's first ever district title. How many has Wager won yet?

I am an I.C. fan - as a coach, as an AD, and a person.

[Vols4Ever]

Disclaimer: I'm a huge Colt homer.

I agree with the post and the line of thinking that AHS has several pieces to put together another solid season. We've been a little spoiled the last two years though by watching 7 playoff games in those two years (3 in 2008 and 4 in 2009). You knew when last year started that the team was a legit threat in Region 1. I think Martin is that kind of team this year. That said, Martin wasn't considered a serious threat in Region 1 when the season began and look what they did.

Bowie friends, as long as KP is on your campus you're ALWAYS a threat in Region 1.

rbethman - my sister and her husband are learning to become AHS fans. They live walking distance from UTA - and their little ones are future colts. They bought one of the historical homes over there.

She graduated from Bowie, and he graduated from Mansfield. But they are getting plugged in to the AHS community already.

[LordByron]

I think Martin improved greatly with the addition of IC. I also wish the sunnyside would stop blamin Eddy Peach for Martin's football shortcomings in the past. That conspiracy dead horse has been beaten enough. I would also like to remind the little warriors that IC was very instrumental in the hiring of your current coach.

I think the little warriors are loaded this year and if they don't shoot themselves in the foot, I can see a pretty solid run in the post season, especially if Trinity somehow winds up in D2 this season.

I'm ready to watch the little vols this season, because I think they are real salty on the defensive side of the ball and they have a running back that will give them the ability to control the clock.

Little colts should be okay if they don't get shell shocked at the beginning of the year. They are also going to be running the ball much more this season, maybe keeping their defense fresher.Well, blueraider10, we've argued this before on a different thread. I will just sum up what transpired in the beginning. In the 80s anyone connected with the AISD knew that Eddie ran the AISD in the sense that whatever policy Eddie wanted, Eddie got when it came to AISD athletic policies. The AISD adopted a policy that I initially agreed with. They wanted to reward loyal AISD assistants by promoting from within. I thought this was a stroke of genuis. I thought that this would attract bright, young assistants. What young assistant wouldn't want to come to a district that rewarded loyalty?

It worked great in attracting young talent. In fact it attracted Wager. but the problem was that this talent then had a difficult task in beating the good ol boy system in rising to the top. Wager left. But the real problem was at the head coaching position. The policy of promoting from within apparently applied only to Martin. Martin was stuck with old AISD assistants such as IC little and Ronnie Lawrence. AHS went out and got the best head coach in Texas IMO in the coach from Cuero - a perenial power in AAA. They later got Eddie's son, who I think was and is a great coach. Bowie got the head coach from OD Wyatt and Kenny Perry out of one of the Birdville schools (Haltom, I think). Martn had a lot of very good head coaches apply but they didn't make it over the AISD assistants that had never been good enough to become head coaches anywhere else.

The person responsible for hiring Wager was the Martin Principle Laura Jones. She was in her rookie year when IC resigned the head coaching job at Martin to become AISD AD. When IC retired, he had to open the position for head football coach for at least 10 days as required by state law. He closed it on the 10th day. Why? Because he wanted his good old buddy, Ronnie Lawrence, to be the head coach and he simply wanted to limit the competion. But two good head coaches got in under the wire - the head coach at Odessa Permian and a head coach that had recently won the AAAA state championship and would win it again later. They didn't make it past the first round.

When Lawrence retired, Laura was a wizened veteran and had a game plan for overcoming the AISD's policy of sticking Martin with old AISD assistants. As Martin Principle, she was allowed to place a certain number of people on the selection committee. She instructed her appointees to go outside the AISD and get a successful head coach. Laura Jones was responsible for getting Wager, not IC little.

[LordByron]

I think it's juvenile to call out I.C. like that - the man lead Martin to it's first ever district title. How many has Wager won yet?

I am an I.C. fan - as a coach, as an AD, and a person.I didn't say I hated IC. Surely you don't think the program at Martin under Little is anyplace close to what it is under Wager.

[blueraider10]

O lord, I thought you were dead. I'm glad you're not, but I swear I will not get in this stupid x-files conspiracy jfk martin was a target crap again.

On the question of my thoughts on the little texans and the little vikes, I think you will see more offensive talent with the proud crowd than any other team in the district. The only problem is that they will also have to play defense and they will have to be on the kick off team and the receiving team. Rumor was that they had less than 30 kids during spring practice. It also can't help that this is the third set of co-ordinators in three years for the little texans. Gee lordbyron, this might be a good example of where they should have hired one of those tired old assistants in the AISD. I think the little vikes will be okay this season, but I think they are real thin in a couple of areas that could come back and hurt them later in the season. Trent Fuller was a solid hire, but it's going to be hard to improve on what they did last year.

[LordByron]

O lord, I thought you were dead. I'm glad you're not, but I swear I will not get in this stupid x-files conspiracy jfk martin was a target crap again.

On the question of my thoughts on the little texans and the little vikes, I think you will see more offensive talent with the proud crowd than any other team in the district. The only problem is that they will also have to play defense and they will have to be on the kick off team and the receiving team. Rumor was that they had less than 30 kids during spring practice. It also can't help that this is the third set of co-ordinators in three years for the little texans. Gee lordbyron, this might be a good example of where they should have hired one of those tired old assistants in the AISD. I think the little vikes will be okay this season, but I think they are real thin in a couple of areas that could come back and hurt them later in the season. Trent Fuller was a solid hire, but it's going to be hard to improve on what they did last year.
I will be honest with you, blueraider10. I really like Lamar and AHS. I should. I have been to see a lot of their playoff games the last 25 years. When I go to the Texas Relays, those Bowie Volunteer boys and girls really make me proud. Sam has fallen on hard times of late, but back in the 80s they had great football, basketball and baseball teams.. I usually make it over to the Texan side of the field and strike up a conversation with some of their parents and remind them of their glory days and let them know I think they will get there again.

I would like to wish all of the AISD teams luck for the coming season. It is my fondest wish that the AISD teams win all their non-district game, finish ahead of those newcomers in our district and make a strong playoff run. If Martin gets knocked out early ( and I don't think they will), I will be folowing whicever AISD team that is left.

[E-Vol-ution]

I don't consider Bowie a school It will always be Workman Junior High to me.

lol....Workman is the old Bowie HS that was closed to open Martin.
That was before my time in these parts...........:)
We always want to leave a mark when we play them.

It's cool seeing some district input this year.
Keep it up guys.

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

I see someone brung up Sam! I would've loved to see where the Texans program would be right now, if Kenny would've still been there and not left for Haltom. For some reason, he didn't have any success at Haltom but, not only did he quickly get Bowie on the right track, he also put Sam on the right track in a hurry and, Sam was on their way back to becoming "Big Sam".

[blueraider10]

I see someone brung up Sam! I would've loved to see where the Texans program would be right now, if Kenny would've still been there and not left for Haltom. For some reason, he didn't have any success at Haltom but, not only did he quickly get Bowie on the right track, he also put Sam on the right track in a hurry and, Sam was on their way back to becoming "Big Sam".


You're going to see one heck of an offense at Sam for about 2 quarters, then you're going to a pretty burned out second half. You truly can't have the entire team play both ways in 5A football and be consistant.

[blueraider10]

Man, did I end the thread? I didn't mean to kill the conversation.

Does anybody have any information on Weatherford or North Crowley? Saw NC last year against Burleson. They had the "look like Tarzan, play like Jane" syndrome. I know they have a new coaching staff. Did Weatherford change staffs also?

[E-Vol-ution]

Man, did I end the thread? I didn't mean to kill the conversation.

Does anybody have any information on Weatherford or North Crowley? Saw NC last year against Burleson. They had the "look like Tarzan, play like Jane" syndrome. I know they have a new coaching staff. Did Weatherford change staffs also?

All I know is from the district previews here.
I'd love to see them represent the district well...........
I also saw something in the Star Telegram.
what's weird is after Abilene......the rest of the teams all had a link to beating one another.

[Hooked]

Man, did I end the thread? I didn't mean to kill the conversation.

Does anybody have any information on Weatherford or North Crowley? Saw NC last year against Burleson. They had the "look like Tarzan, play like Jane" syndrome. I know they have a new coaching staff. Did Weatherford change staffs also?


I watched NC varsity 7-on-7 team at an early state qualifier.....Arlington's JV team would have kicked their rears (of course, AHS's JV was also state champs this year, however :))......not impressed whatsoever. If who I saw was NC's starting QB, they are in real trouble.

Weatherford will be competing with Paschal to bring up the rear in district play.

Four of the five Arlington teams will make the playoffs.....the question is, can Sam upset either Lamar or Arlington to make things VERY interesting for that 4th playoff spot??

Thank you, UIL!!!

[LordByron]

Martin beat Allen by several touchdowns yesterday in thir scrimmage. Russell Bellamy (QB), the Purdue commit, and Danzell Williams (RB), the Oklahoma commit, picked up where they left off last year. Allen got two touchdowns in their first possession on a couple of long bombs but were pretty well shut out the rest of the way.

Martin lived up to their #10 state ranking. We're just a little bit excited over here on the sunnysde for the opening of the season. I wish good luck to all the AISD teams and pray that no player gets injured.

[E-Vol-ution]

Glad the dust is getting knocked off and it's football time.

I'm expecting a lot of good things from the 4-5A!:heli:

[chhspantherfan]

Tell me about Duncanville

[LordByron]

Tell me about DuncanvilleDuncanville is not in this district, chhspantherfan.

[chhspantherfan]

Duncanville is not in this district, chhspantherfan.

thanks, I need redirected every once in a while:D

[blueraider10]

Man, I had to find this thread on page 3. I guess the three of us that post are slipping on the job.

Think I will venture out to Cravens tonight to watch the little warriors. I will be sitting on the visitor side as I have been informed that West might have 35 people in the stands.

I actually have no opinion on this game, just hope the sunnyside doesn't wilt under all the expectations. We need the little warriors to win.

[E-Vol-ution]

Man, I had to find this thread on page 3. I guess the three of us that post are slipping on the job.

Think I will venture out to Cravens tonight to watch the little warriors. I will be sitting on the visitor side as I have been informed that West might have 35 people in the stands.

I actually have no opinion on this game, just hope the sunnyside doesn't wilt under all the expectations. We need the little warriors to win.

I'm just happy you guys are here...........I've been on an island.:notworthy

I'll be either at Pennington or Bowie........our young guys have their annual Trinity contests.

Good luck!

[E-Vol-ution]

Hmm.......wonder if I'll be stereotyped eating hot wings in the parking lot.:D

[blueraider10]

Daggum sunnyside.

From what I read, I coundn't make it out there last night, it sounds like they had a pretty sloppy game. The little wolves might have had a lot to do with that, but my guess is that this will be a wake up call for the little warriors.

Will be at Pennington tonight, so no 4-5a games for me. I hope the little colts can hang with the PESH panthers, I think the litle vols will win a tight game, and I am curious to see what happens with Sam and Crowley.

[chhspantherfan]

Hmm.......wonder if I'll be stereotyped eating hot wings in the parking lot.:D

you from Buffalo?

[Vols4Ever]

I didn't say I hated IC. Surely you don't think the program at Martin under Little is anyplace close to what it is under Wager.

Show me a district championship from Wager... then we can talk.

[pied]

Tough way to end the opener, 3OT.

12/28 passing for 140 yards.

Still believe.

Go Vikes!

[E-Vol-ution]

Tough way to end the opener, 3OT.

12/28 passing for 140 yards.

Still believe.

Go Vikes!

Lamar will only get better....

[pied]

No doubt.

Also nice to Miles Onyegbule with a big night. 140 yards passing and 212 rushing.

[E-Vol-ution]

No doubt.

Also nice to Miles Onyegbule with a big night. 140 yards passing and 212 rushing.

I don't know how folks thought he was the sole running threat.........Dickerson is just a junior and had a big night.
Looks like that triple option is exactly what they're going to ride out on.
Personally, I'd much rather have Miles in the backfield than on the end going out for passes being an opponent.

[rbethmann]

I don't know how folks thought he was the sole running threat.........Dickerson is just a junior and had a big night.
Looks like that triple option is exactly what they're going to ride out on.
Personally, I'd much rather have Miles in the backfield than on the end going out for passes being an opponent.

Miles had a great debut. He's not a one-man show but he was the best player on the field. Throws a nice deep ball (didn't see that coming), throws a sharp mid-range ball, but babies his short throws. Hopefully he cleans that up with reps. I came away super-impressed with the potential of the AHS offense. You're right, they do have multiple running threats. They also have a couple of pretty good receivers.

Putting up 41 points in regulation against the PESH defense was a great sign. Next they get the Coppell defense. Rough start.

As bad as the defense looked early, they looked that much better late. East put up 41 in regulation as well but only 10 of those came in the second half. They had a 89-yard TD pass on 3rd and long deep in their own territory about midway through the 3rd quarter. Then late in the game when Arlington muffed a punt at the 20 while trailing 38-34 the defense stepped up and didn't allow a first down, holding PESH to 3. Arlington then drove 70 yards with about a minute and a half to go to tie the game and force overtime.

They came into the year counting on big things from Miles and Sanders and both guys delivered in game one.

[E-Vol-ution]

Miles had a great debut. He's not a one-man show but he was the best player on the field. Throws a nice deep ball (didn't see that coming), throws a sharp mid-range ball, but babies his short throws. Hopefully he cleans that up with reps. I came away super-impressed with the potential of the AHS offense. You're right, they do have multiple running threats. They also have a couple of pretty good receivers.

Putting up 41 points in regulation against the PESH defense was a great sign. Next they get the Coppell defense. Rough start.

As bad as the defense looked early, they looked that much better late. East put up 41 in regulation as well but only 10 of those came in the second half. They had a 89-yard TD pass on 3rd and long deep in their own territory about midway through the 3rd quarter. Then late in the game when Arlington muffed a punt at the 20 while trailing 38-34 the defense stepped up and didn't allow a first down, holding PESH to 3. Arlington then drove 70 yards with about a minute and a half to go to tie the game and force overtime.

They came into the year counting on big things from Miles and Sanders and both guys delivered in game one.

GO 4-5A!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Get on board Martin............plenty of season left.

[pied]

Who does Workman have next week?

[E-Vol-ution]

Who does Workman have next week?


Workman vs Desoto...............at JerryWorld.:yes:

[rbethmann]

GO 4-5A!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Get on board Martin............plenty of season left.

One game in it looks like a highly entertaining district. Good to see Bowie with the early blowout. Odessa High is likely a playoff team in 3-5A. If they match up with Arlington again (which would make 3 straight years) then they'll be coming back to Maverick Stadium in November.

[E-Vol-ution]

One game in it looks like a highly entertaining district. Good to see Bowie with the early blowout. Odessa High is likely a playoff team in 3-5A. If they match up with Arlington again (which would make 3 straight years) then they'll be coming back to Maverick Stadium in November.

I seems like a very good one, but first games are so technically unsound all you can do is hope so many blunders can be erased and the true quality of a team can arise.

Jeesh......did you read about Sam yet? I haven't, but am about to.

[rbethmann]

I seems like a very good one, but first games are so technically unsound all you can do is hope so many blunders can be erased and the true quality of a team can arise.

Jeesh......did you read about Sam yet? I haven't, but am about to.

I need to see Sam do something against Bowie, Arlington, or Martin. Last year I was very underwhelmed with what I saw from them but I may have caught them on a bad night. A year ago most good offenses had their way with AHS. Sam didn't. Don't get me wrong, I'm rooting for them to have a solid year, but they need a statement game in district (and hopefully not against AHS...).

[blueraider10]

Little texans are going to run into the same problem they have had for the past two seasons, just not deep enough to play all 4 quarters. Don't get me wrong, what they have on the offensive side of the ball is downright impressive, but with the Morales brothers pulling double duty along with others, it just won't work.

With all of the transfer issues in the world, it sure is nice to see the kids at Sam that all played together at Hutch still playing for the little texans. I just wish they could be about 20 kids deeper.

Not to change the subject, but where is the great Lord Byron/seagonowhere? I honestly think this last game might just help the little warriors. Now they just might stop smelling themselves and realize you have to play on Friday. I wonder is Eddy had anything to do with the toe stub the sunnyside had Thursday night?

[Matthew 2000 Eagle]

Onyegbule/Dickerson tandem sounds and looks A LOT similar to the Devin Williams/Omarr Johnson tandem that Sam had back in 2002.

But, Onyegbule is faster, which is very scary!:eek:

[LordByron]

Little texans are going to run into the same problem they have had for the past two seasons, just not deep enough to play all 4 quarters. Don't get me wrong, what they have on the offensive side of the ball is downright impressive, but with the Morales brothers pulling double duty along with others, it just won't work.

With all of the transfer issues in the world, it sure is nice to see the kids at Sam that all played together at Hutch still playing for the little texans. I just wish they could be about 20 kids deeper.

Not to change the subject, but where is the great Lord Byron/seagonowhere? I honestly think this last game might just help the little warriors. Now they just might stop smelling themselves and realize you have to play on Friday. I wonder is Eddy had anything to do with the toe stub the sunnyside had Thursday night?I'm right here blueraider. Actually, I tried to post Thursday night after the game but this site was down.. Real life caught up with me after that.

I've never seen so many penaltie on a football field. Martin deseved every one they got. Plano West got a lot also and I'm pretty sure they got some they didn't deserve. I'm thinking the refs thew some on West just to keep the penalty count differential reasonable. Martin had a ton of false starts. They did three in a row once. I think you can rightfully say they were "smelling themseles" but I thought it was just a case of them being anxious to live up to the highest ranking they had ever achieved. But there was a bright spot blue. Martin has NEVER won the first game of the seaon under Wager. Weve been soundly beaten twice by Mt Pleasant ( a little ole AAAA country school out in East Texas) and Mesquite Horn. Plano West is the best first team we've played under Wager and we almost won. so there is a bright spot over on the sunnyside.

The first thing that jumped out at me about Martin was that they ran out of gas before the end of the first half. I think a lot of that was because they had scrimmaged Allen just 6 days prior. Wager does not hold anything back in those scrimmages. I think he uses game one to continue getting his team into shape for the season.

In spite of that the game turned out to be pretty interesting. West concentrated on stopping Danzel Williams and did a pretty good job. We sure miss that big running back we had last year. Danzel threw a 50 yard touchdown pass on a reverse but, of course, it was called back by a holding penalty. With 4 seconds left Martin tried a 50 yard field goal. It looked good to us but it was wide left. That fifty yarder cleared the top of the goal posts by several feet. Martin will be a threat to score anytime they get inside the 40 yard line. You can expect to see a 60 yard field goal this season. The kicker is just a Junior. He kicked a 54 yarder as a Sophomore.

Don't worry, Blue, Martin will be there when district starts but they have a lot of work to do to catch Bowie. Looks like Evolution's enthusiasm is entirely justified if Odessa has any kind of team. I'm anxious to see how we do against South Garland. They may be better than Plano West but we will have 8 day's rest this time instead of 6.

[rbethmann]

Onyegbule/Dickerson tandem sounds and looks A LOT similar to the Devin Williams/Omarr Johnson tandem that Sam had back in 2002.

But, Onyegbule is faster, which is very scary!:eek:

Good call, and wasn't Scott Peach the OC that year at Sam? Miles, like Devin that year, gains 3 yards with each stride.

[Vols4Ever]

Who does Workman have next week?

Is Shackleford East Campus gonna lose to another SGP cream-puff next?

[E-Vol-ution]

Bump........

Where's all my 4-5A Peeps?

[pied]

Is Shackleford East Campus gonna lose to another SGP cream-puff next?

that was pretty weak.

[pied]

Bump........

Where's all my 4-5A Peeps?

Watching channel 8

[E-Vol-ution]

This week's 4-5A match-ups...............and my picks:

Arlington Martin @ South Garland ( Martin picks up their game)
Coppell @ Arlington ( Higher score favors AHS but this is an upset)
Mansfield Timberview @ Arlington Lamar (after a triple O/T last week, Lamar get's Fuller his first win)
Sachse @ Arlington Sam Houston (The amazing Jamal Turner show prevails)
Ft Worth Paschal @ Burleson ( Paschal is sentimental to me, but I don't think so)
Richardson Berkner @ North Crowley (Where'd NC go? there's talent in those halls)
Weatherford @ Aledo ( Aledo has to pissed about losing to them last year)
Desoto vs Arlington Bowie @ Cowboy's Stadium 9/6 ( Bowie declaration )

[E-Vol-ution]

Martin is struggling........
I know it's just predistrict but this is unexpected by most.

[LordByron]

Martin is struggling........
I know it's just predistrict but this is unexpected by most.
Struggling may be a little too kind for this Martin team. South won 27-14. The game was closer than the final score as Martin was on the South 20 with less than a minute to go. On 4th and 5 Bellamy threw a pass to the right sideline that would have given Martin a first down with plenty of time to score. He thew to Hawthorne and only missed him by about 15 yards. South scored a meaningless touchdown on a dejected Martin team on an 80 yard run in the closing seconds.

This Martin team is on pace to be the most disapponting team ever at Martin. I know, Wager's teams start slowly but this was pathetic. This team is very poor at the fundamentals of blocking, tackling, throwing and catching the ball. They can run a little bit and they have one heck of a kicker.

Gloom and doom is pretty thick over on the sunnyside these days.

[blueraider10]

I can't believe I'm doing this, but nobody needs to hit the panic button just yet in regards to the little warriors. I'd be concerned, but I think it's too early for the sunnyside meltdown. I don't have anything to base this on at all, but I think it has something to do with playing on Thursday, combined with them going into the season being a favorite(other than LB/seago, the little warriors have never gone into a season with these expectaions), and they have had a history of starting slowly.

I know two things, Wager can coach and the sunnyside has a lot of bandwagon fans. I think he'll right the team, maybe not win district, but they are still a threat.

[E-Vol-ution]

I can't believe I'm doing this, but nobody needs to hit the panic button just yet in regards to the little warriors. I'd be concerned, but I think it's too early for the sunnyside meltdown. I don't have anything to base this on at all, but I think it has something to do with playing on Thursday, combined with them going into the season being a favorite(other than LB/seago, the little warriors have never gone into a season with these expectaions), and they have had a history of starting slowly.

I know two things, Wager can coach and the sunnyside has a lot of bandwagon fans. I think he'll right the team, maybe not win district, but they are still a threat.

I agree with you........can't throw out the baby with the bath water.
Martin needs to play a game at a time.......especially winning games they are supposed to.

[LordByron]

I agree with you........can't throw out the baby with the bath water.
Martin needs to play a game at a time.......especially winning games they are supposed to.
Thanks guys for making me feel better but with 15 starters back I was expecting a better start. But I do know that Wager gets off historically to slow starts. I know he's never won a first game of the season at Martin. I think he uses the non-district games more of a tuneup than any coach I have ever seen. He's got 8 days until his next game with Flower Mound and then a bye week but he opens district with Bowie and then Arlington. He's certainly got his work cut out for him.

[blueraider10]

Good lord, I had to pull this off of the bottom of page three.

District took it's lumps this week.

Week 2 Predictions:

Sam over Lake Dallas. Last team with the ball wins. 49-42

Azle over Paschal. IDK, just a guess.

Bowie over Skyline. Bowie defense comes back to life. KP won't look like that two weeks in a row! 24-21

Arlington big over Timberview. 49-21

Burleson over Weatherford.

Duncanville laps N. Crowley three times. Would be a much better basketball game. 49-14

Marcus over Lamar. Vikings still haven't learned how to tackle, not a good matchup for the little vikes. 41-21

Martin over Flower Mound. No reason for this pick, other than I just can't see the sunnyside go 0-3. 35-33

[pied]

I was at Marcus' practice yesterday. We have them right where we want them. They are cocky and were talking crap about the Vikes all day. They are more into their opening game for the stadium than playing the well-oiled machine that Fuller is preparing on the north side of Big A.

[blueraider10]

I was at Marcus' practice yesterday. We have them right where we want them. They are cocky and were talking crap about the Vikes all day. They are more into their opening game for the stadium than playing the well-oiled machine that Fuller is preparing on the north side of Big A.


Go Vikes!

[LordByron]

Go Vikes!
Martin's opponent this week is Flower Mound. They are 2 - 0 having soundly trounced McKinney Boyd and Jesuit. They look to be as good or better than Martin's first 2 opponents. Martin's two previous opponents are unbeaten. This would certainly be a good time to make a statement or at least get a little confidence back going into district play. The bye week next week should help also.

Not for sure what your criteria for judging whether or not a fan is on/off a bandwagon. If the bandwagon is Martin making the playoffs, I am still on that bandwagon. If the bandwagon is assuming that since you made a deep run in the playoffs last year and have just about everybody back and you expect to make a deeper run, you better betcha I'm off that bandwagon.