What are you assuming Sir ? You guys are always looking to meet each other, why can’t I ? Lol
Essex focus on Riverheads Save Your Gas Money Tigers !
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I was one of the first to applaud Riverheads last year after the championship game, your team , community represented well.
I still would like to know where he thinks Essex is focused on or even talking about Riverheads? He must not have been around long, or doesn't know Coach Jones very well.
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Please tell me in any instance where have I disrespected any program ? People don’t like the fact I’m totally 100% love my Tigers.
There are more throughout the last year or so. I'm not saying people are being disrespectful or not giving Sussex their just due...but let's not act like they are or have been the favorites. All the talk have been about RH, Galax and Essex from the majority. I will say that most posters have placed Sussex in the top 5 the entire year..that is a sign of respect! Not stirring up the pot because it is really nothing there...
Riverheads will roll William Campbell.
If Riverheads cannot win with ease over WC, Essex or Sussex are truly the favorites.
Riverheads losses this year came to teams who passed and had a good mobile QB. That describes William Campbell also. The QB is the real deal so far this year. Hope your right though.
Let's change their name to the Trash Talk District because no one talks more than those teams. Hey, it will eliminate any confusion with the Three Rivers District!
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Don't overlook the fact that Brad Bradley was the WC coach then. He had RHS' number for sure, and those last two scores were grudge matches because of the 2006 upset. He intentionally ran up the scores those two games. Fortunately for Class 1 football, he has moved up in the ranks and is now someone else's nemesis. To my knowledge, WC is not the same team they were back in his day.
Don't overlook the fact that Brad Bradley was the WC coach then. He had RHS' number for sure, and those last two scores were grudge matches because of the 2006 upset. He intentionally ran up the scores those two games. Fortunately for Class 1 football, he has moved up in the ranks and is now someone else's nemesis. To my knowledge, WC is not the same team they were back in his day.
The current coach, Broggin, was the star QB in 2005 when they beat RH 33-10 and went on to win state that year, so he is familiar with RH and the history that goes along with it. Played RH twice in his career, 03 and 05 and won both.
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Not familiar with the name, I googled him. This guy has an impressive resume and some big time mentors.
Broggin knows his football and Bradley is coach at Heritage in Lynchburg 11-1 this year, also in Region final in 3A
Riverheads is 1-5 all time against WC. All playoff games.
2008 WC 64 RH 6
2007 WC 47 RH 14
2006 RH 35 WC 31
2005 WC 33 RH 10
2003 WC 19 RH 7
2001 WC 14 RH 3
JUST SAYIN
2008 WC 64 RH 6
2007 WC 47 RH 14
2006 RH 35 WC 31
2005 WC 33 RH 10
2003 WC 19 RH 7
2001 WC 14 RH 3
JUST SAYIN
Not taking sides here, but It doesn't take but some quick film review to pick up on tendencies. You don't have to see many games to catch these if you know what to look for. It just amazes me how coaches do not catch it themselves watching their own film so many times.
Smh.
Region A hosts the state semi-final this season. Region B hosts next season.
Not sure about that..the rule was changed. I could be wrong but it is based on power points
Not true, IF Riverheads were to win and Sussex were to win then Riverheads hosts. Higher power points are the deciding factor not predetermined.
I in no way mean any disrespect to Sussex. I was there last year when they beat GW a damn good GW team. And Sussex just wanted it more played better and that D was crazy good. My posts about RH and Galax was simply to say that until a 1A team beats them they are top dog. And Galax is the class in the old West imo yes they have had some way off nights this year and have lost. But they show up when it matters like I believe they will this week in Narrows. If they get past Narrows then I think they will beat Chilhowie and head to Salem. Right now Sussex holds the head up against Essex so they should be favored in this week's game. But Essex is a team that only gets better with time that's not saying Sussex doesn't just that Essex seems to be on a mission as of late. Those 2 are going to beat the hell out of each other this week so if RH rolls WC they should be the fresher team and the simi's no matter who they play so that give them another advantage. We will all see in just a few days who is who and who is good but not elite this season. And if you want my 100% honest opinion the west is playing for 2nd place. Sussex, Essex, RH or WC is your Champions this year imo. Galax will match up better with some and will be outmatched against others. It's all going to be who is dealt the best hand. Right now I'm sticking to my previous predictions that RH will hold the gold for another year.
I do believe the east is the beast this year. I’m having a hard time convincing myself any team in the West will win it.
Not you I’m referring to , posted it wrong but yeah I only support Sussex and people up here hate that.
Sussex is much better this year imo than last year
I’m almost convinced that any one of the 4 teams left in the east, could beat any team in the West in the title game. I was high on Galax until Dougie P went down. Now I’m second guessing myself and wondering if any team in the West even has a shot.
Galax is very young and the youth shows up from time to time and in a big game that might bite them. I just think the teams from the east are the cream of the crop in 1A this year. As young as Galax is they're probably a year or so away from being really good. Dougie meant so much to this team in a lot of ways and it truly hurts not having him.
I didn't take it as disrespect..just making a point that some posters don't believe that Sussex doesnt belong in front of Essex. There is NOTHING wrong with what you said...it is your opinion and what fun would it be if we all agreed with each other on this discussion board lol
TruTiger I'm sure the Sussex staff probably cringes every time you post your "Us against the world" "woe is us" "Nobody thinks we can play B.S.". Everyone in the state is aware of the level of football played in Sussex County. I have not seen any Sussex games this season but if they are like any Sussex team in the past you are sure to see a great defensive team flying around to the ball and operating that wide split veer offense to perfection. I look forward to an excellent match up. I would make a prediction but last week I was called out by Mr. TruTiger for saying Sussex would win (and they did by more than the margin I picked) I was called out for calling Washington and Lee bad (never said that).
I never called you out you disrespected Washington and Lee , I was the one saying they were a very good team.
Sel2, RedPrideNation is correct. The VHSL changed the playoff hosting criteria mid-season. It was not a well thought out decision and made the VHSL look like complete amateurs.
Riverheads would obviously want Sussex to win so they can play them at home.
Riverheads would soundly defeat Sussex at Riverheads. They have an amazing home field advantage and East teams ,well, do not usually perform as well out west.
Riverheads would go to Salem and most likely easily win the state title.
The best chance Region A has is for Essex to defeat Sussex and play Riverheads in Tappahannock.
Playing the Red Team at King George is like an away game and is not fair to the higher seed who earned the right to play at home.
This is my opinion - again, I am not with Essex - I am fairly confident this is how it would play out. No disrespect to anyone.
Feel free disagree or to post it on the bulletin board.
Were have I shown bad sportsmanship or disrespect to any team or community, please expose me if you can ? I guess I must kiss certain rear ends to gain acceptance lol
No so sure RH takes down Sussex this year. Sussex is much better this year than last, and RH although a force no doubt, is not as strong as they were last year. But thats getting ahead. I am picking Sussex to win a nailbiter this week
I don't think Riverheads is as good as last year, they were a machine last year. They will still be a force to be reckoned with in the playoffs but time will tell just how good everyone is.
I agree that Sussex is better. I also agree that Riverheads is not the unbeatable power of last year.
However, Riverheads will be too strong at home for anyone in 1A.
Interesting - Sussex could defeat Essex this weekend as you predict but I doubt it.
Of course, turnovers can change a game in anyone's favor.
I never been to Riverheads..what is so special about their field? Just curious...
