Wrong SK Still wins this game easily with Swanson at Qb

 

Let's get these kids to perform on the field before we annoint them. This is not a shot at the kid you mentioned but rather people on here talking up kids that haven't done anything yet. Kind of like SK's football team. A lot out here beating there chest but the team hasn't done anything yet. Two or three good years in about 50 doesn't make me want to stand up and beat my chest.

Let's get these kids to perform on the field before we annoint them. This is not a shot at the kid you mentioned but rather people on here talking up kids that haven't done anything yet. Kind of like SK's football team. A lot out here beating there chest but the team hasn't done anything yet. Two or three good years in about 50 doesn't make me want to stand up and beat my chest.

 

5 straight winning seasons, if you're going to knock them then atleast use the right numbers. Don't let yourself sound ignorant to the facts like some posters do(in support of SK)from time to time....

5 straight winning seasons, if you're going to knock them then atleast use the right numbers. Don't let yourself sound ignorant to the facts like some posters do(in support of SK)from time to time....

 

Wow. Well you did force me to do some research and its clear to see what I'm talking about. If you are happy with 6-5 seasons then the mentality is clearly not yet playing for championships. It's hoping to have a winning season by virtue of beating up some smaller schools:

1998 - 5-5 (key wins Dayton & Scott)

99 - 3-7

00 - 6-4

01 - 5-6

02 - 3-7

03 - 1-9

04 - 2-8

05 - 6-5 The start of the Winning Streak! (key wins: Lloyd, HC, Scott)

06 - 6-4 Key wins (Lloyd, HC, Scott)

07 - 6-5 Key wins (Russell, HC, Scott)

08** 10-5 Lost in finals 48-0

09** 11-2 Lost to St X 34-48

 

My point being is there is no way we can argue against Highlands tradition or even compare until we have something to compare too. Saying our team next year will be great is a little ridiculous as I watched 1/2 the JV games this year and certainly didn't see the performance that makes me think we can repeat 08 - 2010. I hope the coach toughens the schedule and doesn't soften it too look good as they need to grow. No smoke and mirrors; just production on the field.

Wow. Well you did force me to do some research and its clear to see what I'm talking about. If you are happy with 6-5 seasons then the mentality is clearly not yet playing for championships. It's hoping to have a winning season by virtue of beating up some smaller schools:

1998 - 5-5 (key wins Dayton & Scott)

99 - 3-7

00 - 6-4

01 - 5-6

02 - 3-7

03 - 1-9

04 - 2-8

05 - 6-5 The start of the Winning Streak! (key wins: Lloyd, HC, Scott)

06 - 6-4 Key wins (Lloyd, HC, Scott)

07 - 6-5 Key wins (Russell, HC, Scott)

08** 10-5 Lost in finals 48-0

09** 11-2 Lost to St X 34-48

 

My point being is there is no way we can argue against Highlands tradition or even compare until we have something to compare too. Saying our team next year will be great is a little ridiculous as I watched 1/2 the JV games this year and certainly didn't see the performance that makes me think we can repeat 08 - 2010. I hope the coach toughens the schedule and doesn't soften it too look good as they need to grow. No smoke and mirrors; just production on the field.

:thumb: Well said.

Wow. Well you did force me to do some research and its clear to see what I'm talking about. If you are happy with 6-5 seasons then the mentality is clearly not yet playing for championships. It's hoping to have a winning season by virtue of beating up some smaller schools:

1998 - 5-5 (key wins Dayton & Scott)

99 - 3-7

00 - 6-4

01 - 5-6

02 - 3-7

03 - 1-9

04 - 2-8

05 - 6-5 The start of the Winning Streak! (key wins: Lloyd, HC, Scott)

06 - 6-4 Key wins (Lloyd, HC, Scott)

07 - 6-5 Key wins (Russell, HC, Scott)

08** 10-5 Lost in finals 48-0

09** 11-2 Lost to St X 34-48

 

My point being is there is no way we can argue against Highlands tradition or even compare until we have something to compare too. Saying our team next year will be great is a little ridiculous as I watched 1/2 the JV games this year and certainly didn't see the performance that makes me think we can repeat 08 - 2010. I hope the coach toughens the schedule and doesn't soften it too look good as they need to grow. No smoke and mirrors; just production on the field.

 

Just pointing out what is true, you aren't hurting my feelings with facts friend. I just like to see if you're really aware of what the recent history is before you type or if it's after the fact. And since you had to research then obviously it's after the fact. Either way I applaud your hard work.

Just pointing out what is true, you aren't hurting my feelings with facts friend. I just like to see if you're really aware of what the recent history is before you type or if it's after the fact. And since you had to research then obviously it's after the fact. Either way I applaud your hard work.

 

I can see this is not going anywhere. First of all I never said I was trying to hurt your feelings. No, I haven't memorized their records nor the opponents, just wanted to get it right. I have probably been to more games than most and I can tell you a good number of their current players I know very well and hope for nothing but the best. So unfortunately, your theory is wrong. I have put many hours into that program. I just wanted to confirm the exact records and I knew I had always hoped they would play more of a true 4a or 6a schedule over the years vs. the weaker teams to get a few wins. That is why I did my research. I just don't think SK is ready to compare themselves with the best. In fact, I think we are all dumber for just having this conversation. Unless you look at it like most, and that is just for the fun of it. However, by your response I can tell you really believe SK is among the elite. By that fact alone all I have to do is let you dig your own hole.

Wow. Well you did force me to do some research and its clear to see what I'm talking about. If you are happy with 6-5 seasons then the mentality is clearly not yet playing for championships. It's hoping to have a winning season by virtue of beating up some smaller schools:

1998 - 5-5 (key wins Dayton & Scott)

99 - 3-7

00 - 6-4

01 - 5-6

02 - 3-7

03 - 1-9

04 - 2-8

05 - 6-5 The start of the Winning Streak! (key wins: Lloyd, HC, Scott)

06 - 6-4 Key wins (Lloyd, HC, Scott)

07 - 6-5 Key wins (Russell, HC, Scott)

08** 10-5 Lost in finals 48-0

09** 11-2 Lost to St X 34-48

 

My point being is there is no way we can argue against Highlands tradition or even compare until we have something to compare too. Saying our team next year will be great is a little ridiculous as I watched 1/2 the JV games this year and certainly didn't see the performance that makes me think we can repeat 08 - 2010. I hope the coach toughens the schedule and doesn't soften it too look good as they need to grow. No smoke and mirrors; just production on the field.

 

Not to play against your research, because you are completely accurate with your data, but SK beat Ryle in 07 in regular season before Ryle knocked them out in the post season. They also beat Boone in 05. SK has been moving in the right direction for a few years now and appears to stay competitive. It will certainly be difficult to duplicate the seasons they had in 08 and 09 however. But all it takes is one solid class, complimented by good coaching.

Not to play against your research, because you are completely accurate with your data, but SK beat Ryle in 07 in regular season before Ryle knocked them out in the post season. They also beat Boone in 05. SK has been moving in the right direction for a few years now and appears to stay competitive. It will certainly be difficult to duplicate the seasons they had in 08 and 09 however. But all it takes is one solid class, complimented by good coaching.

 

I agree with you wholeheartedly. Just don't think they can be placed among the elite right now.

I can see this is not going anywhere. First of all I never said I was trying to hurt your feelings. No, I haven't memorized their records nor the opponents, just wanted to get it right. I have probably been to more games than most and I can tell you a good number of their current players I know very well and hope for nothing but the best. So unfortunately, your theory is wrong. I have put many hours into that program. I just wanted to confirm the exact records and I knew I had always hoped they would play more of a true 4a or 6a schedule over the years vs. the weaker teams to get a few wins. That is why I did my research. I just don't think SK is ready to compare themselves with the best. In fact, I think we are all dumber for just having this conversation. Unless you look at it like most, and that is just for the fun of it. However, by your response I can tell you really believe SK is among the elite. By that fact alone all I have to do is let you dig your own hole.

 

You're right it's not. Try reading more than one post in more than one forum and taking it out of context before you theorize what someone's perspectives and out looks are towards team/situation. Check out a few other threads and let me know which ones I ever compared SK to the likes of Trinity or Highlands..... Then tell me where I said SK is an elite program. Don't worry I'll give you more time for this assignment as I'm sure it will take you a while.