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Yes, the Juniors will only push them to be better. It is a good problem.

Yes, fear of losing your shot at a starting position is a great motivator. If the seniors lead and the juniors push, they'll only get better. The other good thing about this scenario is it should provide great depth, the ability to wear down opponents.

Juniors to be

I think you are right, that is a big and talented class. There are some very solid players in that group who will surely contribute in a major way next year. However, I think people under estimate this senior class coming up. All through the careers at X they have been maligned as not being a strong class. From watching them grow up, I think they have come a very long way since thier freshman year. In reality, from top tp bottom, shear numbers, they are not as loaded as the classes in front or behind them. I think, though, they will be an incredibly strong class in that they are a very close, tightnit group. Much like the 2004 class (similar reputation) that won a state championship. As everyone knows, team chemistry play a huge role at the high school level (as others).

This group has some very strong players of it's own that will play key roles. On offense there is Vic and Eckman in the backfield. O'Daniel, Ott and Sinclair on the line. On defense they will have Schmitt and Androla on the line, Bisig and Wolf in LB & DE spots, and Huelsman and Barrito in secondary. All of these guys played a significant role as juniors and will be who team is built around this year. They are all very strong players who will be solid leaders as well. There are some other seniors that will be filling in other postions as well. If you take this core group of seniors who are hard working and determined and mix in some of the juniors I think you will see another strong X team that will be equipped to take on the challenge of defending thier district title and returning to the state game.

Which one is true? Ox, any help?

 

 

*What a coincidence it must have been for Glaser to become director of admissions in December 2003, the same month that Trinity just defeated his squad in the state finals for their second 3-Peat.

As previously stated, Glaser's getting this postion Certainly had nothing to do with that football game. Just a major difference in philosophy: trinity fans relate everything to football, while ST X., fans/alumni realize there is so much more to the school (and life). Glaser lives and breathes St X. Not a better person for the postion. His desire to see these young men develope into future leaders in the community is unmatched. Foreign concept to you?

Most of those returners probably play both ways. I also thought Male had a ton of Seniors start last year. X will be tough to beat that Junior class is big and strong and they have tons of skill to go with that.

Are you talking about the rising juniors or the current junior(seniors to be) class?

Don't take one person's opinion as representative of the X team mindset! While I do believe the Tigers rivalry with Male has been heating up over the years due to 'district supremacy' nothing and I mean NOTHING will replace the rivalry with T. Yes, there is a reason all the top venues have to be used to host the various sports. X vs T is the TOP rivalry in the state. If not by virtue of the players, then by the intense loyalty of the alumni. Just as you fight with your brother one day and back to being friends the next, this is the case with these two. Bragging rights is a great thing. It is what makes this all so much fun!

For those of you giving info. on combines-----THANKS!

This is a good start. If anyone else has additional info, it is appreciated.

Anyone reading this thread is obviously interested in Combines. Those of us in the outer parts of the State often don't hear about upcoming Combines until they're over. Does anyone know what's coming up, where and when, etc.?

Even here in Louisville I would suspect there are many who don't know when and where the combines are. I would also ask the same question. Does anyone have info or could tell us where to find dates/locations of combines.

Next season will be very interesting. Both T and X have some question marks in certain positions. The race to the pizza box should be wide open.

I definitely think you are right. Lots of holes to fill on both sides of the ball for X. Off: less size on line but may be more agressive kids, QB big 'leadership' shoes to fill, RB's Vic and Duece and co. really strong. on Def: line good experience, significantly bigger across with good experience last year- could be the strengh of the D, LB's good competition, sound Jr's and sophs coming up, Secondary- good experience last year acouple of good soph's coming up to join jr's who played well last year. Overall, should be very strong by mid-year.

Anyone have info on T

North Hardin barr any injuries will make a serious run at the title, I believe they will play X for the Region Title in 2006. Don't count out Male to many great players not mention them.

 

Both NH and Male will be returning there starting RB's, who can carry them to the state final.

 

NH Mark Terry

Male Douglas Boumount (Sry if miss spelled)

I think you could probably add John Hardin to the list of contenders as well. As usual, the west is again going to be the tougher side. You are right, NH and Male will have some good running backs return but I think X will once again have strenght in #s. Alot of juniors got key playing time on the defensive side of the ball. Add a couple of really strong sophs and ,once again, a strong TEAM defense beats an individual performance in the race to Papa Johns

First, we have a tremendous academic reputation...Second, then those that are putting the emphasis on education, need not whine on it being unfair athletically, as they are the ones who hamstrung themselves.

If you call your academic record 'tremendous' ...that would make our record Stupendous! :ylsuper: Keep counting those National Merit Scholars...eventually you'll need to use both hands. Oh, and I certainly think the Xmen will be up to the challenge next fall as well

I think you'd be hard pressed to challenge Trinty/X on the quality of their education, their ability to achieve low teacher/student ratios, graduation percentage or ACT/SAT scores, all the while increasing enrollments each year and achieving success in extracurricular activites.

Not challenging X & T -their records stand untouched. ST X (and I guess T ) are top notch in academic standing.The original comment, I thought, pertained to schools in general, not X & T in particular. Obviously privates control their educational setting on an individual basis, not as a district or school system as a whole.

First, we have a tremendous academic reputation...Second, then those that are putting the emphasis on education, need not whine on it being unfair athletically, as they are the ones who hamstrung themselves.

The people who decide enrollments, ect are NOT necessarily the same people who are doing all the whining about football records. Parents of a district public school do not have direct input as to the #s re: enrollment. Obviously, X & T are different situation. We can excell in both.

 

My understanding is many school districts feel holding their enrollments down to 1000 per school is better for the students and teachers. You can't expect to win the 4A state football title very often as long as this practice takes place.

Just you ever consider they were thinking of the best 'educational' situation when determining the enrollment. Not every school places football wins above all else at their school. That's exactly why they have the class sytem based on size. Contrary to your belief, many of us send our kids to school to learn in the best setting, football is/should be a bonus!

Sorry but Nick will be the starting QB (barring injury) for the Rocks in 06' as they defend their 16th state title.

No need for "sorry". We have no problem playing against him.

Good athlete. Hope he can keep on the path so he can be there for you

next fall.

What on earth are you talking about? Where did you hear that Bobby Petrino was no longer on the team?

He could be thinking of Nick.

Supposedly a little different look, but I don't know for a fact.

Highlands will play Elder at the Pit and Louisville St. X at the Preps Classic. This is what I have heard so far.

Have family in Cincy. They said it was reported up there that Lou St X would play CovCath in this game..? Do you have confirmation that it will be Highlands - X at PBS

X is supposedly getting new away jerseys for next year.

Naturally, all but three games at home

Just remember, too many "all-Catholic final"s might lead to "all-Catholic" regular seasons. :irked:

Agreed, certainly, but I'm so tired of their whining, I'll take playing you twice a year while it is all being settled.

I bet Coach Glaser doesn't want anymore of a Beatty coached team in the finals. Glaser is 0-2 (0-1 w/Brohm, 0-1 post/Brohm) in title games against Beatty. I'm pretty sure he would rather see a repeat of 04'. :lol:

I don't think Coach Glaser or the Tigers are going to run from Coach Beatty! He would take a repeat of '04 or he'll be glad to take on T in the title game. Just know they plan on being back in PapaJohn stadium next Dec.

Besides, wouldn't you like to see another 'all-catholic final', that would suit me just fine! :thumb:

I hope this gentleman is on someones suicide watch. :jump:

No need for suicide watch. Very proud of the season our kids had. Purpose of the quote was more in line with the saying "on any given day...any team can pull the upset" I love how you rock fans ignore the rest of the season and only look at the one game. Yes, the trophy has your name on it but most out there who are objective football fans would likely agree X was the stronger team. That was the point of the post! Oh', that's right I don't think I have ever met an objective rock's fan. :irked: Rocks played with a lot of heart, whipped X's offensive line and won the game. Now, let's move on to next season.

X will be there waiting for you in the title game if you make it!

Think any of the freshman D-Line could get some P.T. next year?

Frosh D-line was fantastic. A couple of them may get the opportunity to dress, could get some playing time in a backup role. Had to beat the value of experience the older guys already have.

Agreed. However, I will always prefer to be known as state champ rather than best team.

Yeah, me too I suppose, Just licking my wounds. Got to have an angle to ease the dissappointment.Hope the two best and classiest programs end up in a rematch for state in 2006. have a healthy offseason :thumb:

Not Trinity. They're not even the best team in 4-A this year.

look thru the history of sports in all different venues. one game make make you 'champs' on parper but it does not make you the undeniable "best" team of the year. Reevaluating the way the season went, Sept. 23 included, I think there is a justifiable argument of which is the best team of the 2005 season. See you next fall.

They will be back stronger than ever in 2006. The 2004 team was driven by the loss in the 2003 title game and they will do the same.

Very true. apparently many of the Jr's are already back in the weight room. Chose to ignore the ' take a week off to rest' theory. The Jr's I know took the loss very hard and very personal. hey now fully understand it takes all you have...and a little bit more to end the season on top. I think chemistry of this group will be really strong as well.They are driven and they will be back!