Congratulations to Salem on a huge win and to Blacksburg on a very sound season.
After watching the replay I thought Salem's offensive line played very well and when faced with pressure Gladden stepped up in the pocket and made good decisions. He has surely matured and is hitting throws he missed earlier in the season.
Although Salem missed a few tackles in the box they made stops when it counted. Yes, Beck got his yards as good backs do; however, Salem made defense came through in the clutch.
Salems special teams played exceptionally well. Craft's kickoffs and punts kept Blacksburg pinned in all night. The coverage team also did a great job on the kickoff that did not make the end zone. Craft is a valued commodity whether Salem fans realize it or not. Short punts, a blocked xp, and a missed xp were huge special teams errors for Blacksburg.
Lastly, Salem whether you want to admit it or not many of you guys threw in the towel and were highly critical of your team. Was it warrented? Probably so, but there is a lesson to be learned. Don't act like roaches and hide when things are going bad. Stay out front and never ever give up on a well coached and fundementally sound team like yours. Once again the Spartans have stepped up to the plate and are one step away from going to the show. That is why Salem is Salem! Look forward to seeing you guys in September. Good luck next week.
After watching the replay I thought Salem's offensive line played very well and when faced with pressure Gladden stepped up in the pocket and made good decisions. He has surely matured and is hitting throws he missed earlier in the season.
Although Salem missed a few tackles in the box they made stops when it counted. Yes, Beck got his yards as good backs do; however, Salem made defense came through in the clutch.
Salems special teams played exceptionally well. Craft's kickoffs and punts kept Blacksburg pinned in all night. The coverage team also did a great job on the kickoff that did not make the end zone. Craft is a valued commodity whether Salem fans realize it or not. Short punts, a blocked xp, and a missed xp were huge special teams errors for Blacksburg.
Lastly, Salem whether you want to admit it or not many of you guys threw in the towel and were highly critical of your team. Was it warrented? Probably so, but there is a lesson to be learned. Don't act like roaches and hide when things are going bad. Stay out front and never ever give up on a well coached and fundementally sound team like yours. Once again the Spartans have stepped up to the plate and are one step away from going to the show. That is why Salem is Salem! Look forward to seeing you guys in September. Good luck next week.