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1 hour ago, 4 Quarters said:

You heard wrong, they were 18/17 in 2018/19 and 33/0 in 2019/20.

Sorry I misquoted. Thanks for clearing that up!

Just heard that Ashland is now 59-2 the last couple of years. That's a very big Win for Highlands! They lost 1 in the 18-19 Season and 33-0 in the 19-20 season last year and then this one. Impressive!

Final from Ft.Thomas.


 

Game will be streamed live on Highlands Film and Broadcasting YouTube channel.

58 minutes ago, Lions Paw said:

I guess we're getting close. Lickert, Bathiany, Reed and whatever is going on with Wolfe. How many are left, 3?

Actually I don’t think we are any closer than we were before Tuesday. 

38 minutes ago, Colonels_Wear_Blue said:

Came here to say the same thing. I was told a couple of weeks ago that there was at least one college assistant who applied and "looked like a really good candidate". Just had someone text me a couple of minutes ago and ask if I had heard that he is the new hire. I believe that's the first that I have heard any specific mention of Bert in regard to this job.

Bert's a 2005 Highlands grad, and I believe his grandpa and dad were both Highlands football guys too. He's a Denison grad. Defensive guy. He's spent time on strength & conditioning/coaching staffs at Denison, WKU, Lindsey Wilson, and currently is the D-coordinator and linebackers coach at Tiffin.

No Coach has been named yet. Take it for what it’s worth. 

On 12/10/2020 at 5:31 PM, ChiefSmoke said:

There aren't many out there, but I was fortunate to interview an outstanding assistant coach candidate this morning!

 

Here are the interview questions we use. 

1- Why do you want to be a football coach at Mercer County HS?

 2- What coaches have been the biggest influence on you? Why? What did you take from that coach? 

3- If you are somewhere in town, and people begin to bad mouth the football staff and program, what is the loyal way to respond?

 4- Will your schedule allow you to be at all practices and workouts? ( Provide overall schedule and expectations) 

5- We want to practice fast. We also want to maximize efficiency in practice… very little standing around and watching, everyone involved, working and getting reps. Can you make your coaching style fit that philosophy? Can you coach on the run, make corrections as needed after practice, etc? 

6- We do a bunch of dirty and extra work. Washing uniforms, sweeping the locker-room, getting equipment put away…. Is that beneath you as a coach, or are you willing to help with the part of the job that is menial and outside of the spotlight?

 7- We do not cuss on the field (this is a work in progress). Can you handle that or do you think that cussing is necessary to get a player’s attention at times? If so, this will not be a good fit for you or us. 

8- We want our players to be corrected, pushed, and to become the best they can be. In doing so, we want this done in the most positive way possible. Can you be demanding AND positive as a coach? 

9- Five years from now, where do you see yourself as a football coach? 

10- Are you a big picture guy, detail guy, or combination of both? Explain.

 

If you have better questions, email me at coachdavidbuchanan@gmail.com. Today was a really busy day. The most important thing I did was the interview. There is no substitute for surrounding your kids with great men as their coaches and mentors. At the end of the day, that is really what we are all about. 

 

Merry Christmas!  🎄⛄

 

Love your Dicipline with just these pictures. Everyone is dressed the same and don't look like some Dumpster Fire! I see the coaches even try to dress the same. It's the little things that make the difference.

I was taught/coached at a very young age that details matter and you will use that someday more rather than not.  I think it's a big part of it. JMO!

1 hour ago, 9068 said:

Anyone but me think that Chris Wolfe may be in line to become the next head coach at Trinity? He's proven himself by being able to compete with them. He knows the area as Male is a magnet school right? Also, Male plays what I termed a "fastbreak" offense..... because they have some really fast and talented athletes year in and out. Bob Beatty is nearing retirement age at Trinity, and that is a pretty good gig. Also, Wolfe's staff at Male wouldn't just pull up stakes and head to FT. This will be interesting.

Trinity will go back after Andrew Coverdale if he’s still available. Hearing he might be in line for the next Coach at Cincy St X. Just a rumor.....

2 hours ago, barrel said:

When you say targets does that mean you feel HHS is reaching out to coaches or do you say targets as in individuals that the fan base would like to see? 
 

I asked this before and didn’t get an answer. Is style of play a factor? Would the  individuals doing the hiring consider someone that runs say the flexbone, wing-t or similar offenses? Groups tend to not care about the defense as long as it prevents points from being scored but offensive style tends to matter with some fan bases/individuals hiring. 

Both....There are enough Alum at Highlands that still stay connected throughout the State. My 1st push would be for Chris Wolfe. Who knows if he is even Interested at all. No clue! He knows the Dynamics of the School and town. And he knows all the Hungry parents. But lets not forget, he's currently trying to Win a State Championship. The Job was posted on Monday and as of Wed only 3 people have Applied. Don't know the names so don't ask. Keep in mind, not every Applicant will get an Interview. I would think things around the 21st will start to Heat up quickly. No reason to rush a Hire though IMO. Plenty of resources in our Town that can help with Early 2021 conditioning.

As far as a Offense? You run the Offense that bests Suits your Talent. There is some good talent coming up with some QB's that both have Good Legs and Strong Arms. I highly doubt a Smash mouth approach will be seen but I won't be the Head Coach so no telling what we will see in 2021.

Coach the Kids/Athletes at the Yardsticks of their Years not Ours. Very Important!

38 minutes ago, Kenny Powers said:

I am getting to this conversation late but I love that you brought up Bert Bathiany. Big leader on the '04 state team. Played at Ohio Northern and Dennison. Has coached at WKU,  Lindsey Wilson, Dennison, and is now at Tiffin. What i find most interesting about Bert being a potential candidate is his background as a strength coach at WKU and his the fact that he is a 5th generation HHS guy... 

Yeah sorry I meant Tiffin. No clue where I got Wittenburg. But yes, I threw that name out there because it may attract a young Coach like Bert back to Ft Thomas. Both him and his Wife are home grown. And Bert has the Background and Experience to support his Resume. Again, time will tell! But no it’s not a done Deal as someone stated above. Several targets are still trying to Win Championships. Wide open!

6 minutes ago, TheDeuce said:

 

😂😂😂

Somebody wire some money into a bank account too? Maybe buy a horse farm in Ft. Thomas?

FYI, there is 2 Horse Farms in Ft Thomas believe it or not. One a pretty good size the other not so much. But they do exist!

6 minutes ago, TheDeuce said:

 

😂😂😂

Somebody wire some money into a bank account too? Maybe buy a horse farm in Ft. Thomas?

Exactly!😂

14 hours ago, Colonels_Wear_Blue said:

Heard a rumor about a "For Sale" sign that popped up in a yard in Louisville.

Classic! Heard a similar Rumor that one came up in Cold Springs as well. 

6 minutes ago, TheDeuce said:

So you don't believe BW was doing that?

Brycen Huddleston cannot stand on the Sidelines for 30 Offensive plays per game but Kids in 2020 can find their way playing both ways. Come on! In the Conner playoff game last year Brycen had 8 catches for 80 yards in the 1st half. Didn't play Offense other to Block Mayer in the CCH game all year.

How many touches on Offense did he have the 2nd half outside of Special teams in the Conner playoff game? Zero! So yes, Brian wasn't doing everything in his power to Improve his team at all Costs. Just my Opinion!

20 minutes ago, Bluebird99 said:

Not sure Knox Catholic, Scott Co, Simon Kenton, Moeller, Boyle Co... to name a few would be considered scaling back the schedule.  

I hope Moeller isn’t. With the new RPI system that game cost Highlands a home playoff game not to mention translates to lost revenue. How many RPI points again did we gain by losing to Moeller?

Find a game that you can win in Ky to help your RPI. No reason we should of been traveling to Hebron 2 years in a row. You’re better off not playing Moeller. You got nothing for that!

2 minutes ago, Lions Paw said:

By now everyone knows the status of Weinrich, but what about the rest of the staff? Not sure how a situation like this works.

They’re all welcome to reapply once a Coach is Hired. That is my understanding. Anyone else know how that works? Certainly we have someone on this site that’s been through this.

Just now, theguru said:

I think that would be a bad move for Coach Smith. 

Got it!

What about Brandon Smith? Are we aloud to mention his name or is he also Off Limits to the Unrealistic Fan Base per se? I really like what he’s done in Bowling Green.

I would also like to see more Position oriented Coaches on Highlands staff. Simon Kenton's very own Kris Nevels who lives in Ft Thomas has offered to help with the DB's and has been told No Thank you a couple of different times.

I'm a firm believer that you are only as good as the people you put around you. Even Dale Mueller couldn't do it all. He will argue a different outcome but lets be real. He had some pretty good Defensive minds on staff with Weinrich and Dave Meadows of Newport Central Catholic.

Why isn't Dave coaching in Ft Thomas? His son is a 7th grader and will be going through the system. Someone needs to call that Dude too.....I hope whoever is hired can listen to some of the resources we have in our town. But whoever is hired I'm sure will put together a very nice Staff.

2 minutes ago, theguru said:

I would love to see Mike Mitchell on staff. 

Me too....

My list of Highlands Guys......

Chris Wolfe (Lou Male)

Jeff Barth (Walton Verona)

Steve Lickert (Newport Central Catholic)

Mike Mitchell (WHY NOT) Other than not having Head Coaching Experience. But he would be my 1st call to Coach my DB's if I'm hired at any School. Dude knows the game!

Bert Bathiany (Wittenburg University)

55 minutes ago, theguru said:

It is fun, essentially anyone under consideration goes under the microscope for what has to be one of the most demanding high school football jobs in Kentucky.

With over 60 Applicants for the AD job back in Spring, it will get quite Interesting to see who Applies for the Football Job. This job doesn't open very often. Someone asked if Highlands will ask Eddie? Ummm why not? All he can say is "Shut the Front Door" And then know that the Highlands Job will not be available for another min 10 years. That Door closes Fast!

Just now, theguru said:

Would you like to see Jeff Barth get the job?

Sure....Brian Weinrich and myself coached Jeff Barth in 7th & 8th grade. I like to think I had some positive Influence on him back in 1990. LOL! Actually I think Jeff should get a Interview and will but I think Highlands is looking for something Bigger. Just my Opinion! But who knows.....Whoever the Coach is will be Hired on more than just a Football Coach. You have to be the Calipari type of Ambassador of your program. Someone who can sell the program like it should be. That's why I think it will be a Highlands guy. Who is it? Not sure.....

Time will tell!

Jeff Barth will apply for sure and should get an Interview. Now, will he get that far?

I think things have been in motion for several weeks like someone mentioned earlier. Having a New AD at Highlands from LexCath with Peeps all across the state, he and the Coaching Job will draw some Major attention. .

Wes Caldwell knows the Coaching needed to Win at a place like Highlands. He has spent most of the last 6 months still taking in all of the History with Highlands Athletics and the Facilities/Schools and will tell you he's not sure what to think.....He words not mine! "This place is Crazy" In a good way!