First Musketeer

This would also enable the finals to conclude during November. I think it is crazy for a state with as few football schools as Ky to stretch the thing into December. In Ky, that is B-ball season.

Central must be pretty tough to have survived their schedule. I doubt that any other non 6A team has played six 6A opponents. I respect the Pirates, but difficulty of schedule means a lot when it comes down to being prepared to win state. Gotta go with the Jackets. Good luck to both.

Congrats to both Boyle & Allen on great seasons and an exciting title bout.

You gotta love this NCC story. Former coach retains all-time win record. 1st time coach wins title. Great size on the line, great speed and tremendous desire. Only legit loss was to the 6A semi finalist. (sorry BW). Jake, Jack, Nick & Brian and many others, we are very proud of you. Tear down the goal posts and string up the nets!

It would be hard to claim that Bell, an excellent team, would be the best in 5A. Since its inception, the Birds have owned 5A and may just sweep the first four ever 5A titles. Since HHS is moving down to 4A, maybe there will be a chance for another match-up with Bell. I think it would be a competive game that might answer some questions.

Congrats to Birds on a tough win. Very nice game by JC also. For a team that does not pass the ball, JC picked up yards thru the air when they needed them, and if not for a drop, it would have been OT.

Evidently 10 TD's & more importantly, 10 extra points by the Birds.

This was a classic between two excellent NKY small school teams, each of which having a great shot at a big prize. "The Catch" has been described by folks who have reviewed the play multiple times as 'bang-bang' to 'a catch and two steps'. Both can't be right, but this illustrates difficlult the ref's job is making calls real time. The tough thing about being a FAN is that on occasion, you get that violated feeling. To bad 'the color guy' couldn't keep it togather any better. I'm pulling hard for BW, NCC, HHS & Ryle to make it to the finals and represent with class and performance.

Crown 'em!

Since HHS has beaten everyone they have scheduled, including 4 6A opponents plus a very athletic team from Cincinnati, and they put up 42 during a scrimmage with T, I perceive them to be the favorite.

BS, Thanks for the updates! -BS

My dog is bigger than your dog.

No one needs to comment on whether they are mediocre. Their 9-1 record does the talking. If they finish X - 2, maybe some can talk.

After a brilliant opening KO return by Gold and the return team, HHS misses PAT, kicks a strange short kick-off and commits PF. Suddenly, the quick 6-0 lead is in doubt. Too many times in the first half Ryle had either 1st and 5 or 2nd and 3. Overall Ryle's physical play bullied HHS. This was a great game. Congrates to the Raiders for great all-around smart and dominant play. The Birds showed lots of heart as they refused to be blown-out and mounted a super come-back. Ryle will compete fiercely against there 6A playoff opponents. HHS has to play smarter, a rare condition for them; and they need to be much more sure handed about catching passes. Hopefully, both teams will see their injuries heal soon, enabling them both a shot at state titles.

Must have been a good one. Long over are the days when one could assume a victory over Cooper.

Maybe a MV for some Colonel fans and a certain web site originator, but not a MV for the Colonels.

The only thing that was not unexpected was HHS 80 yard score on their first play. CCH passing set up their running nicely. HHS D was playing reactionary. CCH's plan was very effective. A 2nd half drop of a 3rd down pass by HHS in front of their bench at the 25 was pivital. HHS put no pressure on Burr, but CCH picked up momentum in their harassment of Towles as the game progressed. From my perspective, the stripes made some strange calls. Was the HHS receiver really in bounds on the TD catch? Wasn't Streeter down before loosing the ball? When HHS was called for interference on the interception in the endzone, that may have been a fair call, but likewise, the offensive player was also interferring as HHS made the catch. When CCH received the 2nd half kick on the goal line, I was expecting a whistle? Oh well, they are only high school refs. CCH has HHS rattled tonight, yet the Birds get the W.

HHS has lost in the finals more times than many decent programs have ever been to the finals, and once to BG, so yes it could happen. I suppose they will have to play the game so we can find out. Bring 'em.

A late sack ny NCC and two drops by CCH kill their last drive and hopes of winning. NCC shows tremendous heart hanging-on with many key guys rarely coming off the field and CCH showing the potential to score any time on big plays. NCC's offense contolled the clock, the tempo and the Colonels. This year, NCC is the class of NKY Parochial HS Football. Congratulations on yet another win over a larger opponent.

If a win over Scott is all it takes to get into the playoffs, they mey get a first round win.

Birds excape with win largely on the legs of Pat Towles. The RBs also did a fine job thanks to a nice game by the O-line. The Tigers exploited H's pass D. HHS abandoned its passing game early when it was evident that the db's were able to effectively cover the long pass. Birds D did a nice job of neutalizing Tiger qb's mobility. I hope Mr. Streeter is OK.

I'm an enormous HS football fan. (althought I'm only 5'10" 185) Now I'm following HS volleyball for the first time and I'm finding the experience to by quite interesting. I've yet to see powers NDA, NCC & St. Henry, but I've seen other teams: Holmes, Bellevue, Lloyd, Brossart, Villa, Beechwood, & Ludlow. First, its great to see these schools fielding teams and providing opportunities for coeds to play a fall sport if they're not into soccer or CC. I've encountered very enthusiastic fans at several host gyms, yet they have been well mannered. When things do get close to the edge in terms of the boy fan base, adults have stepped in to keep it respectful. Overall, its been delightful to watch the competition. There is a range of competitiveness among the teams. Yet, I sense that even the weaker teams appreciate the chance to compete, and they look to be well supported by their coaches and are very supporting of each other as teamates. Just some general comments. I'm looking forward to the rest of the season, and I encourage anyone to come out to support their local team. I'm also looking forward to watching some of the elite programs square-off.

Hey folks. Where is CPA located?

Congrats Tigers on picking up their first win. This must have been a very exciting game.

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