This is the week I shine it has to be 😩 I’ve been so close

blackknight_pride said:

If a Hokiepokie message doesn’t contain trash talk then you know that opponent is dangerous….

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I just want someone to translate HokiePokie speak 😂. It hurts my head trying to read it.

charlie22650 said:

Buffalo Gap ain't to bad

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They just don’t have the speed and athletes .

I predicted 2 months ago that Salem would go 8-2 and win their first playoff game and then lose the second playoff game. I am hoping that I am wrong and everyone can come on here and criticize my prediction . Salems offense will give them a chance to win the game, but eventually you have to make some stops. This game, by far, is GW's best chance to beat Salem.

CrushBlock said:

Not cool to say things like this, Kilroy25

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I’m riding with the Warriors , but will a tough matchup with JF no doubt. Not having to travel means a little I guess. Watched some of the JF game with Orange this morning on NFHS and JF runs some version of the single wing with a lot mis- direction with the RB’s . Sherando has experience with these types of Offense and has fared well stopping the runthis year. I have seen a vast improvement in Sherando as a team over the course of the season, and believe in them more than I did originally. Especially after seeing some of the other teams performances in the region. Why not us , is my new philosophy . I disagree with Handley being the best team in Region D, Although a fine team. I think Sherando would have beat them in Winchester last week no matter what. It would have just been a different type of game and a win in my opinion.
Defense will win it for Sherando, and just enough offense if Sherando can pull it out next week.

DinwiddieProud said:

Mike, you need to know that I have filed for an injunction to stop the playoff pick ‘em. By eliminating me from further participating, my 4 cats and two dogs will suffer irreparable harm.

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I've sent your plea for an injuction to a judicial panel for an expedited judicial review. The panel only consisted of 2 members, but they appeared to be united in their opinion. Major, the lead cat in the house, just stared at me and seemed unmoved by your petition for relief. I asked my other cat her thought, and she meowed in agreement with the other judge. Petition for relief denied. Sorry buddy.

Hokie1Pokie said:

Kang Williams scers me. Dont wanna em. Them Boyz voted up ringz few yerz ago a laid up trip 7s. I hope they aint voted em up again. Nasty mofos that come 2 play and right down namez.. I no Graham an da barz of Union an Glenvar all voted em up dis yr so sumthins got 2 give our hear

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If a Hokiepokie message doesn’t contain trash talk then you know that opponent is dangerous….

19GHS87 said:

Curious if Slagle and Smith of V High were out against Radford? They missed some games early on. You are correct, V High is playing really good lately

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I read in the newspaper that Slagle missed all of Virginia High’s losses this year.

Not sure about Smith, other than them mentioning that he left on a stretcher at halftime against Graham.

Buffalo Gap ain't to bad

wikki said:

I give it to Sherando. JF and Orange broke into a fight last night that they ended the game early with about 2 minutes left. Not sure if some players will not be allowed to play because there were some ejections. It was on WSET

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I read an article on the game, but haven't found any videos of it. Weren't most of the ejections on Orange County's side?

I would give JF the edge here, though obviously I'll be pulling for the Warriors. JF only has one bad loss and that was to LCA, which I don't really count since LCA has an unfair advantage over everyone else. Sherando had a bad half against Kettle Run, who is probably the second or third best Class 3 team, and had an advantageous matchup at Handley with their QB going down. Might be controversial, but I think Handley with Darling and Akanbi was the best team in Region D.

If JF wins, it'll be through the air. Sherando is stout on the defensive line, weaker in the backfield (but much improved since the KR game).

The atmosphere isn't quite what it once was at Sherando, but the Warriors should still have a decent home field advantage. Need the fans to show up in greater numbers than they did last night. I get that it was mildly cold and a blowout was expected by many, and that the region winner is likely to get whacked by Phoebus, but the team is 10-1 and will benefit from the support against a team as good as JF.

VaSportsJunky said:

Plaguing Essex? They have one loss so I wouldnt quite say they are plaguing. Stop making excuses and let things play themselves out. Essex has had 2 close games and won 1 and loss the other. I think their close encounter with Westmoreland was more of Westmoreland living up to their potential. Now the L they took to Rapp I'm sure everyone was surprised by that. Rappahannock may have just figured out a formula to success and that's not knocking Essex but more so giving the staff over their some credit.

Sussex and Galax have been the most disappointing teams in 1A Football. I certainly expected more from them.

I'm looking forward to these playoffs and the fact that we will get to crown a new State Champion this year because we all know that the 'Big Red Machine' will be back in 1A next year. So lets enjoy this while we can!!!!

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I agree that they arent "plagued" by injuries just from what ive seen a gathered they have more than enough players that are capable and after scouting and talking to a few people they seem to think this team has athletes but they lack a tough mentality. Other than the starting qb I think the other injuries have been minor. I scouted them last night against West Point and my colleague went to Rapp to watch them.

MrSalem1000 said:

This will be a great game. Honestly is a toss up. I’ve seen JF play a handful of times this season. They run the ball well with a good, strong offensive line. The quarterback Marks can air it out too. Sherando has a good arm with their qb Micah Carlson. Should be a great one. I’ll give Sherando a slight edge but would not be surprised at all to see JF win.

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I give it to Sherando. JF and Orange broke into a fight last night that they ended the game early with about 2 minutes left. Not sure if some players will not be allowed to play because there were some ejections. It was on WSET

All GW has to do is run to the side where #7 lines up. If I was there coach I would audible every play and run toward that side. They will score every session.

southbottomU said:

Will GW finally break thru?
Cold wet Forcast. How will that effect game?
Can Salem defense keep Salem in the game?
Can GW handle Salem power running game?

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Salem's offense will be under pressure to score on every possession. Don't see that happening. Salem's defense may get one or two stops. If they can manage to get four or five stops, they have a chance.
GW has been wanting to knock off Salem for last several years. I believe this will be their best chance to make it happen.

Bcope83 said:

Unfair advantage and they get to play in 3 lol

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Try John Marshall in boys basketball. Might as well play a small college team

This will be a great game. Honestly is a toss up. I’ve seen JF play a handful of times this season. They run the ball well with a good, strong offensive line. The quarterback Marks can air it out too. Sherando has a good arm with their qb Micah Carlson. Should be a great one. I’ll give Sherando a slight edge but would not be surprised at all to see JF win.

They have built a new accessible walk way and seating area to the right of the home side coming out of the new parking lot

Optimal62 said:

I agree with you about Altavista. They are the team to beat. But as you say we tone can win any night. The 8th seed went on the road and won state last year.

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All the games in playoffs they’ll play it only be one game they’ll need to win that’s against Reg A team the rest be cake walk . It’s kinda laughable but its single A football .

I agree with you about Altavista. They are the team to beat. But as you say anyone can win any night. The 6th seed went on the road and won state last year.

Game is at sherando

mike salem said:

My buddy and I are planning to make the trip.

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Mike @BoKnowsSports already gave @Chuck Vipperman (GW) a heads up. Given all the construction and such hopefully he can give you some local knowledge or help in navigating as J.T. Christopher used to have accessibility challenges and I am not sure on the present set up given the aforementioned construction. Safe travels and good luck to both teams for a well played and entertaining game.

My buddy and I are planning to make the trip.