Which team starts the 2009 football season with a win?

Henry Co, hands down.

Henry county by as much as they want.

Henry county by as much as they want.

Overused statement, by far. I see this close with Pike County C coming away with a win.

Overused statement, by far. I see this close with Pike County C coming away with a win.

 

I was for sure that you were an HC fan. :sssh:

Henry County by 14.

I was for sure that you were an HC fan. :sssh:

Really?! I am a fan in the area and football. Actually, I am addicted to football, as you can see in my name! :walk:

I hear PCC has a new coach that has won a title or two? That can breed confidence, and confidence is a dangerous thing. Doesn't HC have a new DC? If the defense can stop anyone (I really don't mean that to be as negative as that may sound), then they might have a shot. I say HC in a close one...this one may come down to the wire!

PCC has some nice players that could find a leading role on many high school teams anywhere, they have a new coach and are physical. Henry is still adjusting to some new staff and has some talent as well I look for this game to be a dog fight, with the boys from New Castle finishing in the win column!

Well, Howdy folks. It's 'ol Leonard here gearing up for another full season of pigskin prognostications. It can't come to soon for me. The creeks are running, the lakes are full to the top, I've worn out two lawnmowers this year and no 90 degree days in July. What's up with the weather?

 

Enough about the unimportant stuff. Let's get right down to it. I've greased up the little smart pill machine, put in some fresh $2.50 a gallon gas and gave her a pull. She's purring like a Wildcat. We are off and runnin'.

 

The Hawks from Pike County Central come flying into New Castle Friday night for a 1st time meeting with them pesky Wildcats of Henry County. Coach Chapman brings in a group of birds looking to improve on their 4-7 record last year. That record is a bit deceiving as their district opponents include always tough Belfry and Sheldon Clark. They lost the first round playoff game to Russell to end their seaon. However, I hear they will bring some real talent to bear against the Cats. Both defensive tackles and a linebacker are the real deal. Keep your eye on #55, he may be the best player on the field Friday. The Hawks defense goes all out to get to the football, the sign of a disciplined unit. Also the Hawks have talented skill position players that could pose problems for the Cats untested secondary.

 

But the cupboard ain't exactly bare at Henry County. Coach Chris Engstrand has quarterback Luke Magness returning for his second year at the helm of the Wildcat offense. He will have several good receivers to throw it around to. Trevor Raisor, Lance Timberlake, Pete Baldwin, Erich Butler and newcomer Robbie McClesky are all capable of making it happen. When the Cats want to run the ball they can call on Baldwin, Zach Rahm and Justin Hartlage to get them tough yardage. A seasoned front five on offense achored by D-1 prospect Chris Price at center bodes well for the Cats.

 

On the defensive side D-1 prospect, linebacker, Erich Butler leads a defense that was highly ranked in the state last year. Dylan Doll, Darien Ingram and Zach Rahm will anchor the front line. This group will have to make a new name for themselves on the gridiron starting Friday night. The Cats' cornerbacks will have to grow up in a hurry or they will have a long night fo' sure. They had trouble in the Cats scrimmage against Oldham County last Friday.

 

The Cats have pack of new coaches prowling the sidelines this fall and it says here they should not be outsmarted with all the credentials they bring to the field.

 

The Hawks just might be the team with the longest road trip in the entire state on Friday night. They could be a bit sluggish from the ride. But at some point they will take flight and this could turn into a dandy. Henry County will have their paws full. Whichever team can survive the opening night jitters and mistakes will get their first victory of 2009. Get out and support your local team this Friday night. It's football time in the Bluegrass!

 

Leonard's Loser in a battle, and with a long ride home to boot, Pike County Central. Come on Percy, Get me home, I got to mow that dadgummed yard again befo' kickoff.........

Superb! Absolutely superb.

Excellent report 'ol#70!! :thumb:

Great post 'ol#70. Who is the new kid playing for HC you mentioned?

Henry Co. by 2 TD's.

Henry Co. 26-21.