As already stated, the score isn't reflective of how this game went.

 

Dixie jumped out to a 13-0 lead but Holmes answered right back with 2 td's. Both teams had extra points blocked after one of the td's.

 

Dixie would go back up 20-13 and then 26-13 after another missed PAT, and head in to the locker room up 26-13 at the half.

 

Second half Holmes got the ball and drove all the way to the Dixie 1 but couldn't punch it in as they were stuffed on a 4th and goal attempt. Dixie doesn't do anything their next drive and Holmes pulls to within 26-20 at the 1:34 mark of the third quarter after a Jensen 15 yard td run. If Holmes scores on their previous drive, we're looking at a tied game or Holmes up 1 heading in to the 4th quarter.

 

Dixie would score on their next possession and head in to the 4th up 33-20, rather than tied or down 1. Colonels tacked on two more td's late in the 4th (first at the 5:58 mark, second at the 3:03 mark) and win the game 47-20.

 

Difference in the game was Dixie's size and physical play on both lines. Holmes also killed themselves with costly penalties and mental mistakes during crucial moments.

 

Looking at the stats, you'll see this was much closer than the score might indicate. Dixie simply capitalized on Holmes' mistakes and turned them in to points.

 

Late in the game the Colonels were able to control the clock with Bruns, Pike (short distance runs), and Justice on the ground. BTW, Justice is a flat out stud for a sophomore.

 

You can catch the replay of this game on nkysports.com under our webcasts link.

 

Thanks for the details.

Pretty nice recap. The offensive pass interference call on Holmes in the second half was a joke!

 

Not a joke. Holmes receiver clearly pushed off the defender along Holmes sideline, everybody saw it. Of course at one point I thought they would pick up the flag because the ball was not catchable.

Dixie didnt do anything to dominate this game, they definitely struggled at crucial times tonight. Pike was average at best.

Not a joke. Holmes receiver clearly pushed off the defender along Holmes sideline, everybody saw it. Of course at one point I thought they would pick up the flag because the ball was not catchable.

No such thing as an uncatchable ball on Friday nights. Only on Saturday and Sunday.

Dixie didnt do anything to dominate this game, they definitely struggled at crucial times tonight. Pike was average at best.

 

You sound bitter.

Dixie didnt do anything to dominate this game, they definitely struggled at crucial times tonight. Pike was average at best.

 

Even though you're a Dixie hater, give them a little credit. They did what they needed to do, to beat an undefeated Holmes team.

 

Pike didn't really need to do anything special tonight.

No such thing as an uncatchable ball on Friday nights. Only on Saturday and Sunday.

 

OK, thanks for the correction. But I honestly thought the zebras were going to pick up the flag.

Walter - Any stats to throw at us?

Not a Dixie hater, just expect more outta them.

This thread is full of if's. The score was indicative of the game, because it was the score of the game. You can't say the game would have been closer if this would or wouldn't have happened. It either happened or didn't and the score was 47-20. I would say Holmes is a good team I would compare them to a Conner.

Only a Sophomore? :eek: If used properly this kid could be decent.

 

Bitter, and now questioning Coach Lickerts philosophies. WOW!! Who's team you on anyway?

The score surprises me but not the outcome. I have been saying this after watching HHS vs Dixie and I predict Dixie beats CovCath and then they go on to Johnson Central and beats them and returns to Ft Thomas in week 3 for a rematch. Go Birds 20n10

Bitter, and now questioning Coach Lickerts philosophies. WOW!! Who's team you on anyway?

 

The sophomore is a Dixie player, not a Holmes player.

Peterson for Holmes could not be stopped had around 150 yards recieving and had a great game. I think Pike only missed two throws one interception but that was it he was on point all game, Dixie's O-line is very good. Holmes will be fine and to any of those who think this team is over rated is sadly mistaken.

The score surprises me but not the outcome. I have been saying this after watching HHS vs Dixie and I predict Dixie beats CovCath and then they go on to Johnson Central and beats them and returns to Ft Thomas in week 3 for a rematch. Go Birds 20n10

 

Wouldn't that be something.....would love to avoid that long drive in the playoffs