Not a big fan of these types of events. Why should I be excited about playing a team I've never heard of in a place that 50% + of Americans can't find on a map?

 

When do the Scott HS's or the Daytons and Bellevues of the world get their shot to appear in the big spotlight.

 

Remember$$$$$ it'$ about the Kid$$$.

When do the Scott HS's or the Daytons and Bellevues of the world get their shot to appear in the big spotlight.

 

Remember$$$$$ it'$ about the Kid$$$.

I think you answered your own question. It's really about public interest.

Youngstown Cardinal Mooney is a tremendous program in Ohio. Covington Catholic will indeed have their hands full with this team. The DT that has committed to OSU is the real deal. They lost a lot of great players but still have some great athletes returning. I believe that this smaller school will surprise the CCH faithful!!

 

While I know many folks do not have the time nor desire to follow Ohio high school football outside of Cincinnati, those of us that do know full well at CCH is an underdog against Mooney. That's what makes it such a fun time and exciting event for the CCH boys and their fans.

Not a big fan of these types of events. Why should I be excited about playing a team I've never heard of in a place that 50% + of Americans can't find on a map?

 

When do the Scott HS's or the Daytons and Bellevues of the world get their shot to appear in the big spotlight.

 

Remember$$$$$ it'$ about the Kid$$$.

 

Who had 32 in the number of posts before BC weighs in with his annual post on this subject?:laugh:

 

I agree in part. The fact that they have to travel to Canton takes away from it since many CCH/NKY fans will not make the trip.

 

I do not agree with you that the Scotts/Daytons/Bellevues should get the chance simply because they haven't in the past. While they are currently lumped in the category of the "have nots" they can change that and then they can get invited.

While I know many folks do not have the time nor desire to follow Ohio high school football outside of Cincinnati, those of us that do know full well at CCH is an underdog against Mooney. That's what makes it such a fun time and exciting event for the CCH boys and their fans.

 

Mooney is a very strong program and will be a real challenge for CovCath, but we'll be pulling for you guys.

Not a big fan of these types of events. Why should I be excited about playing a team I've never heard of in a place that 50% + of Americans can't find on a map?

 

When do the Scott HS's or the Daytons and Bellevues of the world get their shot to appear in the big spotlight.

 

Remember$$$$$ it'$ about the Kid$$$.

 

Wasn't just 2 or 3 years ago the opener for the I Wireless was Taft and another very small Cincy school?

Who had 32 in the number of posts before BC weighs in with his annual post on this subject?:laugh:

 

I agree in part. The fact that they have to travel to Canton takes away from it since many CCH/NKY fans will not make the trip.

 

I do not agree with you that the Scotts/Daytons/Bellevues should get the chance simply because they haven't in the past. While they are currently lumped in the category of the "have nots" they can change that and then they can get invited.

 

My point is, no they can't, because they don't attract the fans or the money. Lets face it CovCath was not good last year, and unless they improve A LOT, chances are, Mooney hands them their kiester. They are in this because of money.....Yet the promoters will continue to spread the "it's about the kids" fertilizer

Wasn't just 2 or 3 years ago the opener for the I Wireless was Taft and another very small Cincy school?

 

2 years ago, Taft played Hughes (I think). And only because the CPS raised the same argument I am.

2 years ago, Taft played Hughes (I think). And only because the CPS raised the same argument I am.

 

That wasn't in the Herbie. It was in another event. By the way, they don't have that other event any more. It didn't make money. Perhaps if they had concentrated on teams that bring big fan bases to the game it would still be in existance. My guess is that the Scotts, Bellevues, etc probably wouldn't bring much of a fan base either.

 

So you are right. It is about the money. And I have no problem with that. The organizers of these events need to make a buck or else they can't put the events on.

My point is, no they can't, because they don't attract the fans or the money. Lets face it CovCath was not good last year, and unless they improve A LOT, chances are, Mooney hands them their kiester. They are in this because of money.....Yet the promoters will continue to spread the "it's about the kids" fertilizer

 

CCH is in it not because of last year nor this year. They're in it for their tradition of success AND their loyal following. While the other schools you mentioned may argue that they can bring fans, their lack of continued success is not appealing to an event organizer. Win a lot, bring fans, you get invited.

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CCH is in it not because of last year nor this year. They're in it for their tradition of success AND their loyal following. While the other schools you mentioned may argue that they can bring fans, their lack of continued success is not appealing to an event organizer. Win a lot, bring fans, you get invited.

 

That's my point....They are chasing the money, not the good teams.

That wasn't in the Herbie. It was in another event. By the way, they don't have that other event any more. It didn't make money. Perhaps if they had concentrated on teams that bring big fan bases to the game it would still be in existance. My guess is that the Scotts, Bellevues, etc probably wouldn't bring much of a fan base either.

 

So you are right. It is about the money. And I have no problem with that. The organizers of these events need to make a buck or else they can't put the events on.

 

No, Taft vs Hughes was in the i-wireless deal at PBS

 

Then they need to say that and not spread the about the kids crud.

That's my point....They are chasing the money, not the good teams.

 

I disagree. They're chasing both. I don't know what type of support Bellevue gets today. They may get great support and the whole town might drive to Canton to support them. They're not getting invited due to lack of success. Most teams that are successful on a regular basis also draw fans. Not all. Most.

Well, regardless of all this talk about the motives for giving out invitations, it's still a great honor for CovCath to get invited to participate in the Herbie. This thing is the most prestigious prep football event in the country, and to get invited is a huge deal.

 

I will admit that I rarely support CovCath in any capacity when it comes to football (big surprise, eh fellas?), but I am happy for them that they did get the invite!