As a junior, Sonnier was among Jacksonville's most improved passers, boosting his completion percentage from 42 to 68 percent. The carousel of interviews was dizzying to watch, but each outlet seemed to have a handle on what they needed to do. In 2020, Theodore went 10-2, losing at home to Central-Phenix City in the second round. Chip Menton, principal, is representing Theodore today. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). Rogers has been to Auburn and Mississippi State for camps and is headed to Kennesaw State this weekend. Best football captions. There is a football caption for everyonewhether you support the high school football team, college football team, or NFL team! Nate Shipley, Zack Held, Logan Kraft and Colin Oczkowki. I found this story on USA TODAY High School Sports and wanted to share it with you: The film is set in 1980. 2023 www.jacksonville.com. Sophomore Landen Snow and Junior Gabe Reynolds are competing to replace Karson Green at quarterback. Jakai Lester had scored 14 for Wantagh (19-4). Players and coaches from 46 area football programs stopped by East Syracuse Minoa for Section III's annual media day. Coach Blake Boren was 7-5 in first season after working just 25 days with players before COVID-19 shutdown. Back row: Mike Koczor, Sean Tierney and Kyle Brown. Wright says plan is to build, not change what his brother built over 13 years. But most current Fletcher football players are still in the dark about new head coach Ciatrick Fasons high school career. Photo via Tom Loy/247Sports, Neville High Schools Will Campbell. 17, 2021 at 12:19 PM PDT KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - If the Fourth of July is the unofficial end of summer, the annual Knoxville Football Officials Association Media Day is the unofficial beginning of the high school football season. 1.) Photo via HUDL, Lawrence Academys Ty Chan. Our coaches do a great job preparing them. Menton praised the impact Collier has had on the team. Fletcher won their district title ahead of the likes of Atlantic Coast, Fleming Island and Nease last year. He said Collier is sick and the County is following protocol. Saraland is 34-5 in the last three years and head coach Jeff Kelly is six wins away from 100 at the school. The 94-year-old school is in the midst of a renaming process approved by the Duval County School Board this summer. Offensively, the stars from yesteryear have moved on, but the plan is to keep it balanced with a strong running game and efficient passing game. The team's inaugural Keep Pounding High School Classic will be a season-opening regional matchup between state powers Rock Hill Northwestern and Charlotte Providence Day School. Eric Colliers Bobcats have won the region two of the last three years. "The people in . Sessions on the Hurricanes in general -- Athletically, we are coming. RB/DB Landry Huddleston said the tempo has increased under Sessions. The respect that coaches have for each other transfers to the players and it makes for great football relationships. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. Eric Handley says his dad is a tough coach, getting his players ready to play at the next level. 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Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. For more than a hundred years, high school football teams have played on Thanksgiving Day. Stowers won a national championship at Georgia Southern. Copyright 2021 WVLT. It was Jan. 31, 2020. All rights reserved (About Us). DB Logan Duffner said taste of 6A football lets team know what to expect this season. When will he cut it? Real mobile guy who throws it well, Cottrell said. Golden View Classical Academy. Tigers linebacker Grayson Howard, one of Jacksons biggest recruits in the last 15 years, said the team has followed the lead of Foy in the grieving process. You can just feel the weather, you can feel it in the weight room, he said. I really dont like (running) hills a lot, said Bishop Ludden senior Antwon McMullen. This Media Day marked a return to the NFL venue for the first time since 2018. What are CNY's winningest football teams of the past decade? Mask on Mississippi State commit Lucas Taylor: He is an outstanding person. Photo via Sean Bock/247Sports, Hays High Schools Jaren Kanak. Schools like Jackson and Christ's Church also scheduled an early-morning start before Media Day's 8 a.m. opening. The beginning of the 2021 high school football season is now less than a month away. Photo via Billy Embody/247Sports, Bridgton Academys Jermaine Wiggins Jr. Photo via 247Sports, McDonogh Schools Dani Dennis-Sutton. Nelsons team faces region favorites St. Pauls, UMS-Wright and Faith Academy in a three-week span in October, two of them on the road. Front row, from left: Kristopher Alvarez, Tahjin Blackiston and Alex Goethe. (Dennis Victory | preps@al.com). DE Trevor Hill says playing on perennial power is fun and a challenge every day in practice to stay on top. The Las Vegas Sun's annual High School Football Media Day on July 26, 2022, gathered at Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa to interview Las Vegas' most notable football stars for the upcoming 2022 season. The losses gave her more power to become a two-time state champion. Last season the Cavs started with 15 players and finished with 45. I think these boys get a different perspective of a female on the sidelines with them. That list includes linebacker Grayson Howard, a rising junior with sideline-to-sideline range and offers from Power Five programs from all across the nation, and starting quarterback Jalen Sonnier. 1:57 PM, The Dean is here: Hall of Famer Terry Curtis is by far the dean of high school football coaches in Mobile County. All rights reserved. @LeopardFtball @sterlingTDixon1 pic.twitter.com/GghHJcvV2y. "Just saying that we're in football season. LB Daelon Smith said the Bobcats will be strong on defense as has become the tradition at Theodore. March 3, 2023 8:34 am CT. Alabama is set to host one of the more premier tight ends in the 2024 recruiting cycle. Its the small things. Photo via Brian Dohn/247Sports, Mauldin High Schools Jaedyn Lukus. The first day of Birmingham area high school football media days begins today at 9 a.m. at Thompson High Schools Performing Arts Center. For assistance with WJXTs or WCWJ's FCC public inspection file, call (904) 393-9801. Northwestern enters 2023 following a 14-2 campaign and SCHSL Class AAAA state championship game appearance. From left: Warren Tedford, Nate Smith, John Spencer, and Nathan Vivelo. Theodore QB legend Ray Nelson is 14-16 in three seasons at the school. Schedule at a Glance. 2 Vols past Gonzaga, 8-2. Going through the spring game, Tyler showed me that he can lead our team, Eads said. We won several region championships last year. 2:31 p.m. Spain Park shakes things up: Coach Shawn Raney said the Jaguars hope to run the ball better this season, so there was a physical reckoning during the spring. Nelson said OL/DL will be a strength. "But more importantly, to be able to withstand those things in their life after they graduate. Las Vegas Sun hosts Southern Nevadas football players and coaches, from more than 30 local high schools, for a media day previewing the upcoming season. Middle School Girls Basketball. Sure, theres the newness of that, but Graham said its going to be all business on the field. Fason was a Rivals five-star recruit, rated the No. The second all-time leading rusher in area history was a monster out of the backfield during his career with the Senators, finishing with 7,479 rushing yards in an era of smashmouth football that was more physical and demanding than todays game. While full contact isn't permitted for another week, the practice gave Fason and the Senators a first taste of the gridiron, beginning their quest for a repeat district championship. Im somebody the younger kids can turn to, one of the guys who is there for them.. The regular season begins Aug. 27, including the opening game of the Bold City Showcase at Bolles (the Bulldogs host West Nassau at 7 p.m.). Fagen says Rams can now execute the plays that make difference in winning and losing. Follow https://t.co/u8WT1a6nbj for live updates beginning at 8:20 a.m. pic.twitter.com/cES6eyMvBJ. Excluding men's and women's soccer and men's water polo, all sports have what's called an early signing period. Photo via Don Callahan/247Sports, Rainier Beach High Schools Josh Conerly Jr. Photo via Brandon Huffman/247Sports, Spring Valley High Schools Corbin Page. Photo via Brice Marich/247Sports, Hill Murray Schools Lucas Heyer. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - The Carolina Panthers are gearing up to host the first high school football game at Bank of America Stadium this fall. Winning is not everything. Its been tremendous. RB Kierstan Rogers said Theodore has a target on its back now, but the goal is still a state championship. From left: Antwon McMullen, Ryan DeVaney, Andrew Cervantes and Odell Darby. High school football plays an important role in our communities across the Carolinas, and were thrilled to elevate our support by bringing the first-ever high school football game to Bank of America Stadium with a powerhouse matchup between the Northwestern Trojans and Providence Day Chargers.. Forester has 27 seniors this year, a large class for the Lions. Photo via Josh Newkirk/247Sports, Jal High Schools Roger Carreon. Mask: One of the four teams in this region will have a chance to play in the first championship game at the new UAB stadium. Top quarterbacks in Northeast Florida ahead of the 2022 season, Top athletes in Northeast Florida ahead of the 2022 season, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Make a Correction. New McAdory coach Aryvia Holmes (left) talks with Ramsay new head coach Ronnie Jackson during Birmingham area high school football media days at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala., Monday, July 12, 2021. The best in high school entered the home of the Jaguars. Hawaii High School Athletics Association (HHSAA) tournament information, news and photos Find your school: WRESTLING: PHOTO GALLERY (Fri) February 24, 2023. Theres a wealth of talent in the First Coast. Theres a lot of pools that are empty in Gardendale from these guys pool parties. Isaiah Robinson, a 6-foot, 300-pound defensive lineman says the DL for the Rockets are all three- year or four-year starters coming back. The match starts at 7 . But, its hard to describe. We have to be more disciplined and tougher than everybody we play, Niblett said. auburn. New school name. 10:12 a.m. Last season, Providence Day posted a 12-1 mark while winning its second straight NCISAA state championship. OL Braxten Scartlett on the first meeting with coach Sessions: He wanted a lot. It will be emotional, Vacco said of his final high school season. ", "We are going to put our kids in adverse situations every single day, in a competitive environment and make sure they have the ability to withstand those things when they happen on a Friday night," McIntyre said about building toughness. The exclusive event provided media with an opportunity to discuss the upcoming season as well as speak with key players and coaches across Southern Nevada. The Leopards will be led by freshman All-American Sterling Dixon on defense. I enjoyed being an underdog, McFadden said. Senior safety Christian Ellis won a Florida High School Athletic Association football championship at Trinity Christian, then captured a 4x100-meter relay title on the track. From left: Josh Wilcox and Tanner Deveans. Itll be fun. Watch high school sports and events nationwide, live and on demand, via the NFHS Network. The Wildcats have gone 6-15 the last two seasons. Bishop Snyder is scheduled to open the season against Vero Beach St. Edward's on Aug. 27. They talked about chemistry and leadership. Hills. But being with this group of guys will make practice more fun., Westhill senior running back Riley McNitt interviews his coach Adam Griffo. Photo via Brian Dohn/247Sports, Grimsley High Schools Travis Shaw. And so, there were definitely some moments were like, look, we cant push them too hard, because at some point theyre going to be like, for what? And so, this year it has been really good to know, this is the goal, this is when we start things. July 19, 2021 7:30 am, By Tyler Calvaruso | Photo via Brandon Drumm/247Sports, Westview High Schools Darrius Clemons. Plot. I also believe our offense is going to be OK. Its hard to say that with a first-year QB, but Barton Elliott could be the best Ive had in a while. Curtis on why he might not be close to retirement -- I dont do anything else. It was a little intimidating at first, but we got used to it., Ray Nelson enters Year 4 at Satsuma pic.twitter.com/ponO03Bkcx, 12:33 PM, Gator Chomp: Satsuma kicks us back off after lunch. In the years between, it's taken place at the University of North Florida's UNF Arena in 2019 and the Winston Family YMCA in 2020. Its a gamechanger, he said. 2.) "I'm getting calls and texts from everyone," he said. From left: Donovan Leary, Nick Fox, Nick Weber and Andy Marshall. "The Jaguars have always been my favorite team, and this is where I've always wanted to play. Two-way lineman Cole Dennis is coming off shoulder surgery, but should be ready for the opener vs. Marbury. Last years QB is now concentrating on baseball. The return to the stadium drew rave reviews from numerous players and coaches, from giant schools like Bartram Trail to far smaller programs like Young Kids in Motion Academy on the Southside. Most of those same teams are now in 7A, 1. Satsuma lost 19 seniors from last year. The Bulldogs went 8-5 in 2020 their first year back in Class 5A and upset unbeaten Pike Road in the second round before losing at Faith Academy in the quarterfinals. We actually had our playoff game canceled and we were done for the year the day before the game, said Nease coach Collin Drafts. Youre like, hey, we dont know what there is tomorrow, but we know weve got football practice today, so enjoy today.. We have to know that we can play with them. Tyler Nelson will look to replace West Virginia signee Will Goose Crowder. With the 2021 high school football season less than six weeks away, 22 Mobile County High School football coaches and players from their teams will speak to the media during the next two days at . Thats what separates the great ones. CB Lamar Croskey says facing Cougars offense in practice means they wont see a better offense on Friday nights. From left: Mike D'Accurzio, Jeff Cubino, Nick Sardina and Zach Britt. Mobile Christian has just 7 seniors this year and returns six starters overall. Back row: AJ Burnett, Robert Gilbert, Ian Fisher and Colin Cavanaugh. HIGH SCHOOL. Anything to help my team, Ill do it. Abrams says Parks is like a coach on the field and hes so unselfish and he leads by example. The match starts at 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 19. It's worth noting that with the wealth of talent on the field comes a wealth of expertise from media outlets that cover them. And beyond that with other coaches, I dont think theres a really big difference of what I have to offer than anybody else.. "I tell them they have to take all the safety precautions possible. Its the inside guys who get it done., Vestavia Hills' John Ross Ashley (left), coach Sean Calhoun and Cole Turner answer questions during Birmingham area high school football media days at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala., Monday, July 12, 2021. Photo via Blair Angulo/247Sports, Fayetteville High Schools Isaiah Sategna. pic.twitter.com/XDFVVgZxst. Dulaney . Ask Google. 1:25 PM, Wolfpack on the clock: John McKenzie enters his second season at Vigor. Defensive coach Lin-J Shell died unexpectedly on July 29. Mirroring a professional sports press junket, on-site photographs and interviews are conducted with students, coaches and the preseason all-city team. Photo via Shotgun Spratling/247Sports, Liberty Christian Academys Zach Rice. Seven players return on each side of the ball. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Front row, from left: Nick Fassett and Joe Gotte. Committed to Coastal Carolina, Ellis becomes among the Commanders' leading recruits in recent years, perhaps the school's biggest since Super 11 lineman and UCF signee Jordan Johnson in the 2016 class. Lot of pieces in skill position slots coming back. Enrollment numbers dropped at Trinity, which also dropped the Conquerors into Class 2A. The Eagles have probably best skill group and best offensive line in the Bates Era, the coach said. Numerous states will kick off their season during the second weekend of the month, while countless others will follow suit in the weeks after. 10:30 a.m. Mortimer Jordan DC steps in: Coach Jake Helveston fills in for Stu Floyd and says silver lining of losing games to COVID-19 in transition from 5A to 6A was getting guys in weight room for more work. The Senators weren't the only team to prepare an early-morning practice at the first available moment. Vigor is scheduled to play 3 Saturday afternoon games at Ladd now that it has gone away from Prichard Stadium. Buy newspaper front pages, posters and more. Helveston said he was forced to install new defense via Zoom. If we made them even larger, they would be a watch, Mask said of the rings. I feel like they will lay it on the line everyday, he said. We lost a lot of big names, but we didnt lose a lot of starters, Holly said. Huffman lost 32 seniors from last years squad. Among that group, Bishop Kenny, Bolles and Episcopal are now grouped in District 2-2M, which also includes Wolfson. This young group does things that seniors do. We were going to play them this year [in the regular season] until they dropped down. "We're senior-heavy, and these guys are battle-tested," Foy said. Our Rick Russo talked to Head Football Coach of Austin-East High School on high school media day. We know we have to do some things different to advance in Region 6 with Pinson Valley, Gardendale. Saraland WR Jarel Williams on choosing to commit to West Virginia @GoSaraland @JarelWilliams8 pic.twitter.com/32VkYfKJqG, Underway with @GoSaraland on Day 1 pic.twitter.com/Nh0kk9quGS. We will be a young team from top to bottom but a team that will get after everyone, Sessions said. Fason broke University Christians Willie McClendons area record of 6,912 rushing yards, and his record stood until Yulees Derrick Henry passed it in his junior season of 2011. Smith said his strength is versatility. HHSAA WRESTLING: 2023 Texaco/HHSAA Wrestling day 1. For many of the players, it was all about Monday -- the official first day of practice, though most of them have been in the weight room, at various camps or in seven-on-seven competitions much of the summer. Hunter White, Derek Fickett and Dylan Yacavone. Photo via Hale McGranahan/247Sports, Whitefish Bay High Schools Joe Brunner. The three-star safety, standing 6-2 and 185 pounds, had drawn offers from more than a dozen schools, including a majority of the Ivy League. Saints are showing their championship rings, which are quite large. Photo via HUDL, Punahou High Schools Tevarua Tafiti. TCU DL recruit Trevon McAlpine said he hopes to make an immediate impact in college next year. The change this year things feel more stable than they did a year ago as the state grappled with how to proceed in the midst of a pandemic. Let us know about any issues you see. I hate golf and Im not sure my wife likes me that much. LB Robert Courtney on his teams size: I would say we are medium to a little bit smaller than medium. RB Cole Blaylock returns to lead the offense. Well all officially be a part of something, said Zak Conley, a defensive lineman and quarterback who is the son of Syracuse University football legend Dan Conley. It's the only thing. "It doesn't really affect us day-to-day very much, but playoff-wise, it could maybe affect us," said St. Augustine coach Brian Braddock, whose schools like other St. Johns County programs moves to the Suburban class, separate from the powers of the Miami-Dade and Broward County areas. For Trinity or UC to return to a championship game, theyll almost certainly have to go through one another. Shells father, Lin, Sr., spoke to the team the day before fall practice began. Under Armour football camps: UA's season for high school football camps, which runs February through April in various cities, often attracts significant media coverage . @UMSWright @UMS_W_Athletics pic.twitter.com/DV4hmuDKkj, Will this be a breakout year for this guy? Share team highlights with fans & media. Now, as the fall approaches, the team is remembering its members lost far too soon, and playing as a tribute to their former coaches. All rights reserved (About Us). The Christians have won three 2A state titles under coach David Penland III and played for two others, including last season. Photo via Jason Caldwell/247Sports, Chaparral High Schools Anthony Lucas. Rockers father, Donald, Sr., remains connected to the program as Jacksons chaplain. Scrimmage games are set for Friday, August 12 with the first games. We know that we can dominate. DB Eli Moore says the tough region foes Pinson Valley and Clay-Chalkville maybe left us a little scared going in. By. He said playing under Deontae Lawson helped him a lot. It was the first time the team advanced past the first round since 2008. The Panthers have focused on doing the little things beginning in January workouts, the coach said. .. This year's festivities will once again be held at the Oxford Civic Center. Hes representing the Rattlers after just being named coach last week. High School Sports / 1 day ago. From left: Ryan Romagnoli and Vito Borio. From left: Gage Scott, Ayden Penizotto and Daulton Evans. From left: John McCollum, Isaac Lyndaker, Chad Bach and Jared Beyer. There's no tradition like Thanksgiving Day football in Massachusetts. From left: Cade Bacon, Adoniz Sigler and Jason Boule. Cottrell said junior linebacker Patrick Sullivan is a key anchor for his team. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. BA lost 20 of 22 starters from last season, when the Rebels were 8-3 and lost in the AISAA semifinals. July 19, 2021 7:30 am ET. The world of Texas high-school six-man football gets the 'Last Chance U' treatment in CBS All Access' new documentary series 'Texas 6,' about the small town of Strawn. Theres a good chance you might end up playing them again in the playoffs. Jackson thanked Carver High for allowing Ramsay to use its weight room after the Rams suffered a gymnasium fire. The night begins with a catered dinner for all ticketed guests at 6:00 PM with the evening's . We are excited about him. The teams inaugural Keep Pounding High School Classic will be a season-opening regional matchup between state powers Rock Hill Northwestern and Charlotte Providence Day School. wrestling. They have a long, storied, rich tradition of having some great football teams and a good program. "COVID is real and I preach that right there," Small said on his message to players about protecting themselves. Build off that foundation that has been laid. From left: Shane Knoblauch and Brady Vosburgh. We will have much more from Media Day throughout the next few weeks on Syracuse.com. The beginning of the 2021 high school football season is now less than a month away. TheLas Vegas SunsannualHigh School Football Media Dayon July 26, 2022, gathered atRed Rock Casino Resort & Spato interview Las Vegas most notable football stars for the upcoming 2022 season. Yulee's Landon Hale produced some, only hours before Media Day kicked off, announcing his commitment to Florida International. Photos: 2023 District 3 Class 3A Wrestling Championships.