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NewCath 1A proposed District for 2019
footstomp replied to sidelinedoc's topic in KY Football (High School)
At least one of them would have a chance to make it too the finals out of the east if NCC was in the West like Beechwood, now not so much. Get a clue Joe and go back to bed, lol. -
NewCath 1A proposed District for 2019
footstomp replied to sidelinedoc's topic in KY Football (High School)
I’m sure that district is thrilled with that idea, lol -
Brausch is a camel grad, I want to say 77’ or 78’.
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Tough program to run considering 6a in NKY. That being said, the cupboard is not bear with some quality underclassmen on the team.
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I’m not good at math, but let’s give this a try. Say Ncc had 10 home games per year (overestimate) @ $1,800 per game, that’s $18,000 per year. Let’s say it cost 4,000,000 to re-engineer the Hill. This doesn’t include maintenance or upgrades. At $18,000 per year, it’s 222 seasons of rental fees if there are no increases. Would it be feasible to approach Newport and remodel that field with separate locker rooms, new stands, improved concessions, etc? If Newport would be willing to have the field governed by an independent board to ensure fair use of the facility, it’s a win. These two schools have coexisted for decades, why not proceed in a similar fashion. In no way would I ever want to dictate how a donor wants to use his contribution. I think this option puts the donor(s) in a different light within the community.
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Bishop Brossart/ Calvary Christian All A updates
footstomp replied to footstomp's topic in KY Girls Basketball (High School)
Final from Nicholas County. Mustangs 54- Calvary Christian 20 -
Bishop Brossart/ Calvary Christian All A updates
footstomp replied to footstomp's topic in KY Girls Basketball (High School)
End of 3rd Mustangs 40-18 -
Bishop Brossart/ Calvary Christian All A updates
footstomp replied to footstomp's topic in KY Girls Basketball (High School)
Halftime Mustangs 30-12 -
Bishop Brossart/ Calvary Christian All A updates
footstomp replied to footstomp's topic in KY Girls Basketball (High School)
End of 1st Mustangs 20-1 -
The conversation in this thread has expanded to several topics I commented on in post #50. Although there has been talk of go ahead and do it no matter what the Bishop says, it won’t work out that way. It’s irresponsible to take on a project that can add financial harm. Not one of us on here would except the gift of an expensive car if we couldn’t afford the insurance or maintenance. It’s financially irresponsible and you would either sell or not except. Secondly, what’s the health of the feeder schools to ensure longevity? Several grade schools in Newport, Southgate and Fort Thomas have been mentioned, but none have a bulging student population. St Joe in Cold Spring has more then all of them combined. Ncc gets a few students from St Joe but no where near the numbers from past years. More have optioned for CovCath and Brossart for Catholic education. Not trying to stir emotion, it’s a fact. Growth at the southern end of the county will/has made it more difficult for Ncc to obtain those students. Sure, many have made the trip north on 27 to Ncc and still do, but that trend is reversing. I’m all for Ncc benefiting in anyway, but obtaining a sports complex may have missed its window when the option to buy the old Kmart property was passed up in the 70’s. Re-engineering the hill will only increase financial instability of a small private school relying on increased tuition or drain resources from the rest of the diocese to possibly maintain this facility. A maintenance plan will have to be employed to secure a facility of this magnitude. Ncc’s existence is based on catholic education, sports are secondary. It’s a hard pill to swallow for parents who don’t have kids playing sports to have a tuition increase to subsidize sports activities. Again, I wish nothing but the best for Ncc, just trying to point out some of my reservations.
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Open Job: Newport Central Catholic
footstomp replied to theguru's topic in KY Football (High School)
Remember, just because an amount is budgeted doesn’t mean it is used. -
What is the potential cost? You can’t put the Diocese or the school in financial harm unless the donor(s) are willing to pay for the entire facility and potentially include its maintenance. Can the school afford to pay to replace the turf when it’s time, or will there be another fundraising event? IMO, installing a facility of this magnitude is an incredible generous gesture, but it may of missed its timeframe. My only thought is it would be foolish for donor(s) to invest in re-engineering the hill without any guarantees it stays open for the foreseeable future. Let’s just say the Diocese decides the property is too valuable and they want to sell? Is the Diocese willing to reimburse the Donor(s) and some percentage of appreciation? I think not. There is no way people will invest with no guarantee it stays in place.
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Open Job: Newport Central Catholic
footstomp replied to theguru's topic in KY Football (High School)
Which OC? From my understanding there were oc-Oc’s. -
Did CCH peak at the beginning of the season?
footstomp replied to CCHColonels44's topic in KY Boys Basketball (High School)
Probably so since “most” play aau and are one sport athletes. Not in all cases but some. Let’s face it, CovCath entered the season with a lot of hype and rightfully so because they do have some good players. Put that bullseye on anyone and now they are in a situation where the average player wants to have a career game against them. Nothing worse than playing against someone with a chip on their shoulder. CovCath will face this type of opposing mentality the rest of the year. -
Open Job: Newport Central Catholic
footstomp replied to theguru's topic in KY Football (High School)
More than enough material in this thread to start 10 more. Picking a head coach considering all of the innuendo stated will be difficult. IMO, an experienced coach might like the challenge. A less experienced will be blind of the challenges and get run out of town faster than Dan whom people on the hill knew more than 30 years. Whoever the next guy is it will be Ron’s guy, no pressure there. The parents are going to have to like it or leave it. My guess is we’ll find out the answer to that if the next coach passes the litmus test. Winter workouts are gearing up, you’d think there would be a decision soon. -
Did CCH peak at the beginning of the season?
footstomp replied to CCHColonels44's topic in KY Boys Basketball (High School)
Overhyped as some have already stated. I’m all for being excited for your team and players but at least let the season play out. -
2017 Swauger Holiday Classic
footstomp replied to Black and Blue's topic in KY Boys Basketball (High School)
Brossart beat Ryle to set up a rematch with Newport. I don’t remember the score but the margin was close to 20. -
Newport 59 Lexington Catholic 57 (OT)
footstomp replied to basketballdad2's topic in KY Boys Basketball (High School)
Fun game to watch. It was even a harder game to officiate but I thought the crew did a nice job. Both teams handled themselves well when it could of easily got out of control. Nice win Wildcats. -
Brossart/Highlands updates
footstomp replied to Lawnboy13's topic in KY Boys Basketball (High School)
Mid way through 2nd mustangs 23-15 -
Brossart/Highlands updates
footstomp replied to Lawnboy13's topic in KY Boys Basketball (High School)
Going to be a fun game! High intensity on both sides.