From the poll it seems that Raceland is a slight underdog (at this moment anyway). I think the Rams like that role. I know that the coaches will have them ready.

 

Any team that takes Raceland too lightly will pay the price.

From the poll it seems that Raceland is a slight underdog (at this moment anyway). I think the Rams like that role. I know that the coaches will have them ready.

 

Any team that takes Raceland too lightly will pay the price.

I'll be honest with you I'm suprised it's as close as it is.

From the poll it seems that Raceland is a slight underdog (at this moment anyway). I think the Rams like that role. I know that the coaches will have them ready.

 

Any team that takes Raceland too lightly will pay the price.

:thumb: :thumb: Great post graybeard.

Heck, there are some people here who consider independent schools to be the next-worst thing to private schools.

 

I really do not consider Raceland an Independent school. Its the neighborhood kids that go there. That is the boys that play. You play with what you have. No tuition. No recruiting. Like i said just an opinion. I just want to note I am not talking about NCC particularly i am speaking about the entire class.

I really do not consider Raceland an Independent school.

But Raceland is an independent school ... so I do.

I really do not consider Raceland an Independent school. Its the neighborhood kids that go there. That is the boys that play. You play with what you have. No tuition. No recruiting. Like i said just an opinion. I just want to note I am not talking about NCC particularly i am speaking about the entire class.

Uh-Oh! "Citizen's Arrest!" He used the "R" Word!:sssh:

I absolutely HATE posting about this game . . . . but I have broken down each team in preparation for what was (and what will never be . .ha, ha, ha).

 

I have 1400 plays on NCC

I have 300 plays on Raceland

 

So, both have been broken down accordingly.

 

My prediction:

NCC 35 (possibly 42)

Raceland 7

 

I see this a lot like the NCC/Holy Cross game (2nd version)--pretty close for the vast majority of the game until NCC's depth/size/strength starts to wear on Raceland.

 

For the record--It wouldn't bother me if Raceland won. But if NCC plays their game, they are hard to defend. Not to say that Raceland isn't. But, I wasn't as impressed with Raceland (on film anyway).

 

Keys for Raceland to make this a game:

*Shut down A gap first (counter, DIVE, trap), C gap 2nd (slam), B gap 3rd (power)

*Don't give up any home runs. You CAN afford to be dinked to death as long as your defense is in good physical shape.

*Take advantage of any/all interceptions (QB still locks on--but he isn't forcing it as much as he was earlier in the season--he will run instead)

*Raceland MUST establish some type of running game--EARLY and OFTEN. No run = No win . . . PERIOD.

 

If these 4 things can be done--it will be a good game.

 

The one thing that I find amusing is the fact that some of the Raceland fans are saying that they have a better coaching staff than NCC . . . . . . now--I think that they are doing a great job. But at this point, it may still be a little unrealistic to say that the Raceland coaching staff is better (or even equal). Win on Friday and that changes immediately. (Not trying to sound harsh--sorry if it does).

 

As far as NCC goes--all they have to do is play their game--and not try to go outside of their normal offense (which now includes a more regular diet of I Flank and a couple other formations that utilize the correct personnel).

 

Heres wishing both teams a safe, well played game.

 

If you would have looked at the other thread that was shut down you would have noticed that NCC said our coaching staff could not compare with theirs. It was a heated thread. So no we did say we had an outstanding coaching staff and that we stood behind them but no we did not compare and no we did not say ours was better just that they could hold their own.

Uh-Oh! "Citizen's Arrest!" He used the "R" Word!:sssh:

 

It just slipped out.HAHA I will arrest myself after the game. I have watched these boys grow up playing JFL. It has always been the same kids fighting and clawing their way for an ounce of respect. It would be nice to have a population were you can be able to switch out the teams when they are wore down or when you have injuries but right now what we have going for us is heart. No stats or records can take away the fact that these boys are A Band of Brothers with heart.

If you would have looked at the other thread that was shut down you would have noticed that NCC said our coaching staff could not compare with theirs. It was a heated thread. So no we did say we had an outstanding coaching staff and that we stood behind them but no we did not compare and no we did not say ours was better just that they could hold their own.

 

 

I thought it got shut down because of the pot shots one poster made about LCa's coach.

 

How far of a drive is it from Nky? Im guessing we need to take the AA highway down?

IMO strength of schedule and playoff experience wins this one for NCC... I am pulling for them in hopes that both NCC and Somerset prevails in order for a rematch from last year...

 

NCC---34

Raceland---21

Would you feel better if Beechwood was playing instead of the private school? What's the difference? To get to the finals you have to beat the teams put before you. NewCath is only the second private school to win either A or AA in the last 25 years. The only other team? NewCath in '84. This is a class dominated historically by public schools. Don't use public v. private as a crutch.

 

No crutch it was an opinion. I actually was sitting reading about Russell and their victory. Looking at that class and who was in it compared to the entire class of 1A. Can people please keep the sarcasm off BGP. I was looking at past threads of how much harder NCC schedule was compared to ours. Then i was looking at Russell and Ashlands schedule for playoffs. It doesnt feel good if you feel like you are being attcked. The people that are getting upset are the ones throwing the stats. I wish NCC a safe journey and a safe ballgame. If you read my thread it was more about having more kids to play in case of injury and being wore down.

It just slipped out.HAHA I will arrest myself after the game. I have watched these boys grow up playing JFL. It has always been the same kids fighting and clawing their way for an ounce of respect. It would be nice to have a population were you can be able to switch out the teams when they are wore down or when you have injuries but right now what we have going for us is heart. No stats or records can take away the fact that these boys are A Band of Brothers with heart.

OldRam - I wa sjust kidding anyway...I am pulling for the RAMs like I said I would for three reasons:

1. The kids have great heart and they play as a TEAM - they arent looking for individual glory

2. Raceland has an EXCELLENT coaching staff led by a good Christian man with great integrity.

3. The Raceland fans are top-shelf and I have gotten to knwo a few of you this year - and it has been a true blessing to be involved with these fine men.

 

Good luck to both teams and safe travels for the NCC folks!

I understand it is an independent school but i explained why i said that it would just be nice to have the reserves for injuries etc.. I am sorry i said anything. i have to admit it was mainly because i think 2A is classed easy. I am thinking about quitting BGP because it was suppose to be enjoyable talking to each other and the other teams but this is not fun nor is it healthy competition. I have a bigger worry that one of my own is sick and might not get to play. On that note good luck to both teams. Play with your heart to our Band of Brothers.

OldRam - I wa sjust kidding anyway...I am pulling for the RAMs like I said I would for three reasons:

1. The kids have great heart and they play as a TEAM - they arent looking for individual glory

2. Raceland has an EXCELLENT coaching staff led by a good Christian man with great integrity.

3. The Raceland fans are top-shelf and I have gotten to knwo a few of you this year - and it has been a true blessing to be involved with these fine men.

 

Good luck to both teams and safe travels for the NCC folks!

 

Thank you and God Bless.

 

As an old and sick man it is easy i guess to get all tore up. This week has been hard for my family so these kind words really help.

I understand it is an independent school but i explained why i said that it would just be nice to have the reserves for injuries etc.. I am sorry i said anything. i have to admit it was mainly because i think 2A is classed easy. I am thinking about quitting BGP because it was suppose to be enjoyable talking to each other and the other teams but this is not fun nor is it healthy competition. I have a bigger worry that one of my own is sick and might not get to play. On that note good luck to both teams. Play with your heart to our Band of Brothers.

Hang in there oldram :thumb: , you and your family are in my prayers. Having to fight dissabilities of my own I completely understand where you are coming from. All of us old Ramblers and Rams have to fight:fight: , it is just in our blood .Stick around, all of RamLand enjoys and appreciates your support and I am sure that then players do.:thumb: