I agree with the analysis from BWTigers, EyeoftheTiger, Coach Buckett etc...this was a good competitive game, despite the mistakes KCD made early in both halves which cost them(Punt block for TD, fumble on a Statue of Liberty play deep in their side of the field two critical interceptions). Overall, the Bearcats never quit and Beechwood wouldn’t flinch.

 

The Tigers adjusted well, game planned well and played like a team that had been there before, taking the punches KCD threw in both halves. I agree that BW special teams really were a game changer, it’s clear they work very hard perfecting that facet of the game.

 

Some final thoughts: Beechwood fans,team and coaches are a total class act. The Tigers play a hard, effective, team, clean football game, and their fans support to the max in a positive way. It made the game a real pleasure to watch and the post game a mutual exchange of respect as teams left the field.

 

I can’t speak for the Beechwood faithful or any other neutral observer of the game, but I believe that KCD proved its high ranking all year in this game. A number of critical mistakes really hurt their chances, but I think that the Bearcats showcased their talent against a terrific opponent. Makes you proud of KCD and grateful especially to the 13 seniors who made this a game worth watching and a season that will be hard to top.

 

KCD definitely proved they were one of the top teams 1A last night. They left everything on that field and should feel very proud of themselves. Beechwood is the top dog in 1A and KCD gave them everything they could handle. This was one of the games I looked at about midway through the season as a game where Beechwood would be challenge and tested majorly and it lived up to what I thought. I enjoyed the atmosphere last night and thank the KCD faithful for being accommodating. Your facilities are top notch.

I agree with the analysis from BWTigers, EyeoftheTiger, Coach Buckett etc...this was a good competitive game, despite the mistakes KCD made early in both halves which cost them(Punt block for TD, fumble on a Statue of Liberty play deep in their side of the field two critical interceptions). Overall, the Bearcats never quit and Beechwood wouldn’t flinch.

 

The Tigers adjusted well, game planned well and played like a team that had been there before, taking the punches KCD threw in both halves. I agree that BW special teams really were a game changer, it’s clear they work very hard perfecting that facet of the game.

 

Some final thoughts: Beechwood fans,team and coaches are a total class act. The Tigers play a hard, effective, team, clean football game, and their fans support to the max in a positive way. It made the game a real pleasure to watch and the post game a mutual exchange of respect as teams left the field.

 

I can’t speak for the Beechwood faithful or any other neutral observer of the game, but I believe that KCD proved its high ranking all year in this game. A number of critical mistakes really hurt their chances, but I think that the Bearcats showcased their talent against a terrific opponent. Makes you proud of KCD and grateful especially to the 13 seniors who made this a game worth watching and a season that will be hard to top.

 

No doubt Kentucky Country Day has proven themselves one of the top teams in 1A over the past two seasons. Everyone associated with that program should be very proud of all they accomplished.

 

I will add that I have really enjoyed your posts. You know your stuff and share great insights in not only KCD but in the opponents KCD plays.

Hats off to KCD on good season. I know those seniors can be proud of what they accomplished last two seasons.

 

What does KCD have returning?

Hats off to KCD on good season. I know those seniors can be proud of what they accomplished last two seasons.

 

What does KCD have returning?

 

They have a good RB returning Blake Caldwell. He had some good runs against Beechwood.

EYE is correct: Blake Caldwell returns at defensive back and running back. He shared those duties with Senior Ashton Robinson this year. Also, FB and DL David Satterly returns. So does DB/LB Dorian Heard, Kicker Michael Wright, and late in the year contributor Exavier Douglas at LB. And Juniors Hunter Bates and Lawson Whiting both come back--both filled in admirably for TE Josh Lifson who sat out several games late in the regular season and first round of the playoffs with a dinged up left leg. And that's pretty much it. As was much discussed, this was a senior driven squad, through and through.

 

One of those extraordinary young gentlemen,one of those seniors was mine....and so, except for the occasional visit to see what's up, this pretty much is a wrap on my contribution to this wonderful site.

 

I really appreciate VOR's kind words about the posts I'd place here from time to time over the past several years. Despite my obvious bias towards anything KCD, it has been so meaningful to learn about the other programs in 1a especially. And I've tried to be as objective as possible, and positive too. It may be worthwhile for some to bash kids and programs, I just never felt that way. These are still kids after all. Most of them, really great kids.

 

As my own really great kid heads off to play college football now,and what a blessing that is going to be, to have it paid for and to get to watch him continue to do what has brought great joy to me and our family, I'm struck by something many of the dads especially on this site share. Maybe we once played this great game, or maybe we coached football. And man how we loved it and missed it when that time in our lives was over. And then this wonderful son came into our world, and low and behold at some point, the kindling ignited again and the fire to play burned in his heart. What a gift that was. My wish for others who have that son and stop by this space periodically to get charged up or informed, can appreciate the gift while it exists in your life. There's nothing like it in the world. That I know for certain.

 

Best of luck to all who are still playing!