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Pine Bluff it just went Final

Quote from: RD™ on November 24, 2017, 09:24:55 pm
Pine Bluff it just went Final

No, it's about to be final starting next Friday at 7 pm.

Get ready striped zebras. Your die is cast. Greenwood Bulldogs by at least two TD's. GUARANTEED.....

GO BULLDOGS!!!

It's finally here.

after what I see last night... Greenwood has literally gone off the rails of the crazy train... again... Greenwood 42-21

I guess based on the way the bracket looks PB will be the home team and GW will be the visitors.

Greenwood finally played a complete game last night. I hope they play that way against Pine Bluff. Bolding will have PB ready.

GW - 28
PB - 24

One more bump in the road in our drive to the Championship. Pine Bluff won't know what hit them

If history has taught us one thing. This game comes down to most execution and probably last few plays.

No blowout here.

Quote from: Bulldogfan44 on November 25, 2017, 09:07:44 am
One more bump in the road in our drive to the Championship. Pine Bluff won't know what hit them

+ 1

GO BULLDOGS!!!

Ya da ya da ya da...blah blah blah....y'all do realize you are playing Pine Bluff, correct?!



RD is right.....it won't be a blow out.

Quote from: PrivateLesson on November 25, 2017, 10:32:47 am
Ya da ya da ya da...blah blah blah....y'all do realize you are playing Pine Bluff, correct?!



RD is right.....it won't be a blow out.

Exactly

Both teams have great players coaches tradition fans everything. They will both be ready.

The last 4 meetings have had a combined victory margin of only 18 points. That's like what 4 point something points a game? I don't see any reason why the margin for this game will be any higher than 14. It'll be a battle the whole game.
It could be a high scoring affair like in 2012 or all defense like 2015. Who knows.

I'm confident in our defense though.
I'm picking out of nowhere Greenwood 31 Pine Bluff 21

PB talented, but very young in key positions.  They will be very competitive in 18 and 19, but not so much this year. Gwd. By 3 TDs. Too much Dominating Defense!

Quote from: rona on November 25, 2017, 11:08:13 am
PB talented, but very young in key positions.  They will be very competitive in 18 and 19, but not so much this year. Gwd. By 3 TDs. Too much Dominating Defense!

+1

At least 3 TD's.

GO BULLDOGS!!!

Quote from: rona on November 25, 2017, 11:08:13 am
PB talented, but very young in key positions.  They will be very competitive in 18 and 19, but not so much this year. Gwd. By 3 TDs. Too much Dominating Defense!

That's not exactly true the position we are young at is QB he is a sophomore. However, he might end up being more talented than any QB we've had since Bolding got here! Last season was our "rebuilding year" replacing 17 or so starters from back to back championships. Our defense is full of veterans that faced GW last year. Not sure how an 11-1 team is not competitive?

Quote from: zebradynasty on November 25, 2017, 12:34:35 pm
That's not exactly true the position we are young at is QB he is a sophomore. However, he might end up being more talented than any QB we've had since Bolding got here! Last season was our "rebuilding year" replacing 17 or so starters from back to back championships. Our defense is full of veterans that faced GW last year. Not sure how an 11-1 team is not competitive?

PB always competitive withCoach Bolding. Reference is they will be very Competitive for at least the next two years. The Young QB will have very difficult time with Gwd. Defense. Only Hope for PB is to put consistent pressure on Gwd Qb and I have doubts they can do that. No disrespect, but this is one of best Teams Greenwood ever and I would step out and say the best Defense in a long long time.

Quote from: rona on November 25, 2017, 01:03:34 pm
PB always competitive withCoach Bolding. Reference is they will be very Competitive for at least the next two years. The Young QB will have very difficult time with Gwd. Defense. Only Hope for PB is to put consistent pressure on Gwd Qb and I have doubts they can do that. No disrespect, but this is one of best Teams Greenwood ever and I would step out and say the best Defense in a long long time.

Well, PB isn't putting the game in the hands of a 15 year old. However, PB receivers will get open just like they did last year against GW. PB has a good DL and they can put pressure but our DBs and LBs are pretty good best back seven we've had.  Two questions...not trying to be smart arse. How many good offensive teams has GW faced this year? How many teams has GW played that runs similar scheme as PB?

Greenwood will move the ball and so will PB, that's a given. The key, I think, will be who can stop the run consistently. Neither team is one dimensional.

PB's keys to victory are the same as they always are. Establish the run and get stops on defense.

Quote from: zebradynasty on November 25, 2017, 02:12:27 pm
PB's keys to victory are the same as they always are. Establish the run and get stops on defense.

Yep!

Quote from: zebradynasty on November 25, 2017, 01:42:09 pm
Well, PB isn't putting the game in the hands of a 15 year old. However, PB receivers will get open just like they did last year against GW. PB has a good DL and they can put pressure but our DBs and LBs are pretty good best back seven we've had.  Two questions...not trying to be smart arse. How many good offensive teams has GW faced this year? How many teams has GW played that runs similar scheme as PB?

Two Great questions. Answer to #1 is very few if any, but the primary reason was due to the Greenwood Defense. #2 None, but both Teams have a Week to scheme and then execute under the lights. Going to be interesting - looking forward to the Game!0

Quote from: zebradynasty on November 25, 2017, 02:12:27 pm
PB's keys to victory are the same as they always are. Establish the run and get stops on defense.

Lololololololololololololololololololol

Pine Bluff establish the run against Womack, Webb, Hanna and the Greenwood defense? Delusional.... NOT GOING TO HAPPEN!!!

Pine Bluff is going to get smashed. Wait and see what happens to the striped donkeys next week.

Pine Bluff WILL NOT be able to stop Noland, Wood, Holt and company either. NOT GOING TO HAPPEN!!

GO BULLDOGS!!!

Quote from: bulldogger15 on November 25, 2017, 03:18:59 pm
Lololololololololololololololololololol

Pine Bluff establish the run against Womack, Webb, Hanna and the Greenwood defense? Delusional.... NOT GOING TO HAPPEN!!!

Pine Bluff is going to get smashed. Wait and see what happens to the striped donkeys next week.

Pine Bluff WILL NOT be able to stop Noland, Wood, Holt and company either. NOT GOING TO HAPPEN!!

GO BULLDOGS!!!

And here we go with the Greenwood is unstoppable talk as always like they are the next best team around behind Alabama lol. They are a great team, but please don't get it twisted, we are a great team also. Not going to be easy anywhere in this game for either side. But I will tell you this; I would put this defense up with the Defense we had when we beat you guys in the 2105 championship game. That is because of the LBs which are Singleton, Thompson, and Thomas. Without a doubt the best LB group in the state. Just watch the pain that will be brought by the 3.

Quote from: pinebluffzebra09 on November 25, 2017, 04:00:06 pm
And here we go with the Greenwood is unstoppable talk as always like they are the next best team around behind Alabama lol. They are a great team, but please don't get it twisted, we are a great team also. Not going to be easy anywhere in this game for either side. But I will tell you this; I would put this defense up with the Defense we had when we beat you guys in the 2105 championship game. That is because of the LBs which are Singleton, Thompson, and Thomas. Without a doubt the best LB group in the state. Just watch the pain that will be brought by the 3.

Ok
1. Next best team behind Alabama??? Man we eat crimson tides for brunch!!
2. I wasn't alive in 2105 so you'll have to explain to me how good that defense was

Going a be a great game, always love playing the best..will have to get the offense going against this tough defense.

Quote from: bulldogger15 on November 25, 2017, 03:18:59 pm
Lololololololololololololololololololol

Pine Bluff establish the run against Womack, Webb, Hanna and the Greenwood defense? Delusional.... NOT GOING TO HAPPEN!!!

Pine Bluff is going to get smashed. Wait and see what happens to the striped donkeys next week.

Pine Bluff WILL NOT be able to stop Noland, Wood, Holt and company either. NOT GOING TO HAPPEN!!

GO BULLDOGS!!!

Ease the "wood" we can see it thru your pants...it must be the Dew.

Quote from: zebrafan on November 25, 2017, 04:50:06 pm
Ease the "wood" we can see it thru your pants...it must be the Dew.

Last night should have been a lesson to just how Weak your side of the conference really is..

Quote from: Bulldogfan44 on November 25, 2017, 05:17:27 pm
Last night should have been a lesson to just how Weak your side of the conference really is..

Explain.

Quote from: The Future on November 25, 2017, 04:22:38 pm
Ok
1. Next best team behind Alabama??? Man we eat crimson tides for brunch!!
2. I wasn't alive in 2105 so you'll have to explain to me how good that defense was

wasn't alive??? what happened?? lol but to answer your question in every statistical category defensively we led the state or top 2. Not to mention on that defense alone 5 went on to sign college football scholarships and 7 all state players.

Quote from: zebrafan on November 25, 2017, 05:22:58 pm
Explain.

If you can't look at that game an figure it out on your own there is no hope for you. Just wait till Friday. Maybe that will open yours eyes, when we beat the breaks off of yall.

Quote from: rona on November 25, 2017, 03:15:15 pm
Two Great questions. Answer to #1 is very few if any, but the primary reason was due to the Greenwood Defense. #2 None, but both Teams have a Week to scheme and then execute under the lights. Going to be interesting - looking forward to the Game!0

Thanks but you might consider that poor offense sometimes can make a defense look good. Not saying GW won't or can't get prepared for what we run on offense might take some time to get use to seeing something they've not seen all year.

Quote from: Bulldogfan44 on November 25, 2017, 05:17:27 pm
Last night should have been a lesson to just how Weak your side of the conference really is..

Hmmmm how many teams from the Greenwood side made the final four? Clueless

Quote from: Bulldogfan44 on November 25, 2017, 05:17:27 pm
Last night should have been a lesson to just how Weak your side of the conference really is..

How...when the east had 3 teams that won at least 10 games? Our #3 seed beats the West #2 seed at home by 17pts. 3 of the 4 semi-finalists were from the east ???

The three seed from the East beat the West's two seed.
Both the West and East top seeds stomped the Easts two seed.
So it's not so much one conference is head and shoulders better than the other.
Greenwood and Pine Bluff are just that much better while the other 14 teams are all very competitive. Well minus Sheridan Siloam Mountain Home and LR Hall. So I guess the remaining 10 are all closely competitive.

I guess after next Friday we will be able to have a good idea which conference is the best.

I'm anxious to see both defenses in this game. Someone earlier thought it was kinda out of place to say PB had one of the best defenses coming into the season. I'll go out on a limb and say both are top 2 defenses in the state regardless of classification. The turnover battle may decide this one.

Quote from: The Future on November 25, 2017, 06:17:25 pm
The three seed from the East beat the West's two seed.
Both the West and East top seeds stomped the Easts two seed.
So it's not so much one conference is head and shoulders better than the other.
Greenwood and Pine Bluff are just that much better while the other 14 teams are all very competitive. Well minus Sheridan Siloam Mountain Home and LR Hall. So I guess the remaining 10 are all closely competitive.

I guess after next Friday we will be able to have a good idea which conference is the best.

I can agree with that. I was just commenting on this lesson we should have learned last Friday. ::)

Quote from: Bulldogfan44 on November 25, 2017, 05:49:32 pm
If you can't look at that game an figure it out on your own there is no hope for you. Just wait till Friday. Maybe that will open yours eyes, when we beat the breaks off of yall.

Smh what a child. Did I say the East was dominate? Did I say PB is number 1 in the state? Did I say Greenwood is not as good as PB? NOPE I respect Greenwood and all there fans on here except you and that other one. So don't come at me like that...let's have a real convo about this title game...not this high school crap talking.

This will be a competitive game, always is. This is actually the rubber match as well...series is 2-2 with both getting a title game and a semi from the other.No reason to think it won't be close like the others. Keep in mind PB beat WM in a dominate fashion as well. Both teams handled their business well on Friday and figures to be a good one like the other games.

Little FYI...GW is undefeated in title games as the "visiting" team in championship appearances under Jones - beating Batesville (2011), Camden Fairview (2010), and LRC (2007).  On the home side, they are 3-3. All those games were played on Saturday, I believe. This is the first time under CRJ we will play on the Friday night game, if I am not mistaken. 

Quote from: rona on November 25, 2017, 03:15:15 pm
Two Great questions. Answer to #1 is very few if any, but the primary reason was due to the Greenwood Defense. #2 None, but both Teams have a Week to scheme and then execute under the lights. Going to be interesting - looking forward to the Game!0

I don't think either of us played any offensive juggernauts really. After all...PB had Hall, MH,  Jacksonville and Cabot (who is offensively challenged this year and lost). Searcy would perhaps be the one standout. Siloam was really the most anemic GW played with Alma, being the most prolific (esp. in the second half of their games) based upon points allowed. ED never got on track against GW, but they had the look of a team that could generate some offense. Neither team played anyone that likes of a PA.   

I would answer the same as Rona- if they had a decent offense, GW defense took them out out of sync and because they (GW)  were efficient on offense and scored on many of their initial possessions it would sometimes take the opposition out of things they did best to play catch-up.  SS actually had spots of being prolific as did NS as the season went on, but neither had success against GW plus defensively they were not real good.  Our common opponents, show us both with wins over NS, Russ and WM. Your NS win was closer than I would have expected though esp. early in the season for them. 

Quote from: Bulldogfan44 on November 25, 2017, 05:49:32 pm
If you can't look at that game an figure it out on your own there is no hope for you. Just wait till Friday. Maybe that will open yours eyes, when we beat the breaks off of yall.

+1

GO BULLDOGS!!!

You may see a lot of arrogance being put out by a few of our fans but I can say for sure. The Bulldogs will be ready for what ever PB has to offer. Neither team got this far without great skill.  The two teams that are playing are both legit. But I will say that WM did not respect us and thought us to be overrated. It's going to be a great game but I will be surprised if PB can get past this group of young men.

Pine Bluff has a good Band . That's all

Quote from: catfish1 on November 26, 2017, 08:31:35 am
Pine Bluff has a good Band . That's all

They do have a good band but they also have a loud cow bell.  Wonder if the cow bell will be allowed in WM stadium?  I think this will be a good close game.  Best part is they are meeting in a neutral place.  Good luck to both teams.  Hope it is a very close good game with no injuries.

I can see some of the GW fans are already celebrating the win they think will be easily handed to them. I will say this, PB is young but they are extremely talented. I had my doubts against teams like Jonesboro, West Memphis, and Marion but they took care of business. I can only say the two sides should have respect for each other. They compete against each other year after year. And guess what? It's in the deep end of post season. These two teams represent a good rivalry in 6a. I just don't see how some fans could bash PB, who has a rich history in football. I respect both programs and as usual, it will go down to the wire.

No I don't ever post, but like to read.  You are correct, a few ignorants fans think we have every game in the bag.  Most know a game against Pine Bluff is never in the bag.   I can promise that most in Greenwood truly respect Pine Bluff.  What person in their right mind wouldn't?  I can guarantee the coaches and team do.  I've been reading post on this site for years and only recently decided to sign in.  This season I've read some of the most ignorant posts ever.  I just hope our boys don't come here to look at the childish behavior some exhibit.  With that being said, look forward to another great battle.  Hope both teams play injury free ball.   Have a safe trip to the Rock Zebras.   Can't wait for Friday night!

Quote from: Topdog1 on November 26, 2017, 01:21:16 pm
No I don't ever post, but like to read.  You are correct, a few ignorants fans think we have every game in the bag.  Most know a game against Pine Bluff is never in the bag.   I can promise that most in Greenwood truly respect Pine Bluff.  What person in their right mind wouldn't?  I can guarantee the coaches and team do.  I've been reading post on this site for years and only recently decided to sign in.  This season I've read some of the most ignorant posts ever.  I just hope our boys don't come here to look at the childish behavior some exhibit.  With that being said, look forward to another great battle.  Hope both teams play injury free ball.   Have a safe trip to the Rock Zebras.   Can't wait for Friday night!

Appreciate Your Post very Much!!!

Quote from: Topdog1 on November 26, 2017, 01:21:16 pm
No I don't ever post, but like to read.  You are correct, a few ignorants fans think we have every game in the bag.  Most know a game against Pine Bluff is never in the bag.   I can promise that most in Greenwood truly respect Pine Bluff.  What person in their right mind wouldn't?  I can guarantee the coaches and team do.  I've been reading post on this site for years and only recently decided to sign in.  This season I've read some of the most ignorant posts ever.  I just hope our boys don't come here to look at the childish behavior some exhibit.  With that being said, look forward to another great battle.  Hope both teams play injury free ball.   Have a safe trip to the Rock Zebras.   Can't wait for Friday night!

+1

Quote from: Topdog1 on November 26, 2017, 01:21:16 pm
No I don't ever post, but like to read.  You are correct, a few ignorants fans think we have every game in the bag.  Most know a game against Pine Bluff is never in the bag.   I can promise that most in Greenwood truly respect Pine Bluff.  What person in their right mind wouldn't?  I can guarantee the coaches and team do.  I've been reading post on this site for years and only recently decided to sign in.  This season I've read some of the most ignorant posts ever.  I just hope our boys don't come here to look at the childish behavior some exhibit.  With that being said, look forward to another great battle.  Hope both teams play injury free ball.   Have a safe trip to the Rock Zebras.   Can't wait for Friday night!

If either team goes into this game thinking they will run away with it they will lose.  Both can play.

Quote from: Topdog1 on November 26, 2017, 01:21:16 pm
No I don't ever post, but like to read.  You are correct, a few ignorants fans think we have every game in the bag.  Most know a game against Pine Bluff is never in the bag.   I can promise that most in Greenwood truly respect Pine Bluff.  What person in their right mind wouldn't?  I can guarantee the coaches and team do.  I've been reading post on this site for years and only recently decided to sign in.  This season I've read some of the most ignorant posts ever.  I just hope our boys don't come here to look at the childish behavior some exhibit.  With that being said, look forward to another great battle.  Hope both teams play injury free ball.   Have a safe trip to the Rock Zebras.   Can't wait for Friday night!

-1

You should keep reading. Ignorance is bliss. Yes, Topdog1, you set the bar for all Greenwood posters. Thanks for looking out for the other lowly ignorant Greenwood fans who are not on your level. Deplorable, right?

Get real....

Pine Bluff will find out how good they aren't this coming Friday. GUARANTEED!!!

GO BULLDOGS!!!

Quote from: bulldogger15 on November 26, 2017, 04:27:09 pm
-1

You should keep reading. Ignorance is bliss. Yes, Topdog1, you set the bar for all Greenwood posters. Thanks for looking out for the other lowly ignorant Greenwood fans who are not on your level. Deplorable, right?

Get real....

Pine Bluff will find out how good they aren't this coming Friday. GUARANTEED!!!

GO BULLDOGS!!!

How about we just let GW and PB do the talking on the field. If GW wins...congrats. If PB wins...congrats. It won't matter who got the last word on this thread in the end. Just saying...

Quote from: redsport27 on November 26, 2017, 05:49:52 pm
How about you just let GW and PB do the talking on the field. If GW wins...congrats. If PB wins...congrats. It won't matter who got the last word on this thread in the end. Just saying...

A little advice since you are relatively new and maybe not have had the "pleasure" of enduring a thread involving GW directly ....replying and quoting some is analogous to feeding the animals at a wildlife preserve, when it's posted and all common sense clearly dictates that you shouldn't.

It may feel right, justified, and maybe even make you feel a little better. However, in the end, it only makes things worse and encourages, not discourages. Trust me.

<Now queue the reply where some names are called and/or calls me all knowing because I broke this rule and made mention in an attempt to not have the thread derail into chest thumping, name calling, etc. It's a bit like a broken record that's been playing since 2015.>

Quote from: Pr8hd on November 26, 2017, 06:20:26 pm
A little advice since you are relatively new and maybe not have had the "pleasure" of enduring a thread involving GW directly ....replying and quoting some is analogous to feeding the animals at a wildlife preserve, when it's posted and all common sense clearly dictates that you shouldn't.

It may feel right, justified, and maybe even make you feel a little better. However, in the end, it only makes things worse and encourages, not discourages. Trust me.

<Now queue the reply where some names are called and/or calls me all knowing because I broke this rule and made mention in an attempt to not have the thread derail into chest thumping, name calling, etc. It's a bit like a broken record that's been playing since 2015.>

Where I went wrong is that I put "you just let..." I changed it to "we should just let..." I didn't really mean just him specifically. We all should just let the game be played by the players on the field. I'm neutral in this situation. I just think two teams of such good caliber, should respect each other. But you can't always get that.

Quote from: redsport27 on November 26, 2017, 06:37:44 pm
Where I went wrong is that I put "you just let..." I changed it to "we should just let..." I didn't really mean just him specifically. We all should just let the game be played by the players on the field. I'm neutral in this situation. I just think two teams of such good caliber, should respect each other. But you can't always get that.

+1

I knew you were neutral and just trying to offer something.

Respect, humility, and rationale are all words some simply refuse to understand or display.
Ultimately, these words/threads mean nothing though, players and coaches will determine what happens Friday.

Jones and Bolding will have their respective teams ready to play. It ain't their first rodeo.

Game comes down to 4th quarter and execution. Just like it always does. Ignore bulldogger15

Quote from: RD™ on November 26, 2017, 08:55:23 pm
Game comes down to 4th quarter and execution. Just like it always does. Ignore bulldogger15

++1. I agree with that 100%. Neither team truly has a clear edge over the other in this "rivalry" if you can call it that. But like you said the victor will truly be the team with the best execution. I mean let's be honest both teams have the best execution that's why they are playing for a championship. It's gonna be a tough hard fought game no matter the outcome if the history between these two teams have anything to say about it. Good Luck and Respect to both teams and fan bases. Because all players and coaches involved will bring both cause they know and have been taught that when you play a team that executes as good as these teams do, not bringing good luck and respect for your opponent will only get you beaten.

Friday cannot get here soon enough!

Go Pine Bluff!!

Man I love these games, they are well coached and played well everytime. Gotta love it! GW has to have a great game offensively. Can't get behind the chains and can't take sacks or throw INT's. Gotta be able to run the ball. Defensively we have to control the line of scrimmage. I don't think this is a blow out either way. Cannot wait!

Greenwood Rolls this is one of the best teams I've seen in a long time.   

GW 42
PB 14

Quote from: FootBallar21 on November 27, 2017, 11:56:27 am
Greenwood Rolls this is one of the best teams I've seen in a long time.   

GW 42
PB 14

So you have seen PB play this season?

It doesn't get any better than this, does it!  Another state championship game between two extraordinary, storied programs!  In the immortal words of Rick Flair, "To be the best, you've got to beat the best!".  I wouldn't want this any other way!  Best on Best, I love it!  These two teams have such great competitors and sportsmen, from their coaches to their players.  Both fan bases travel well, and support their team with a lot of excitement!  I can't wait for Friday night!  I don't think this will be a blowout for either side.  It will be a battle to the finish!  Of course, being a Bulldog fan I want and am predicting the Bulldogs in this one, but I have the utmost respect and admiration for Pine Bluff.  Everyone have safe travels to War Memorial!

Quote from: zebradynasty on November 27, 2017, 12:20:01 pm
So you have seen PB play this season?

Dude just wait lol. You have no idea what is coming. Don't waste your time coming to the game. Like I told people from West Memphis don't waste your time. Unless your coming to see your team lose.

Quote from: zebradynasty on November 27, 2017, 12:20:01 pm
So you have seen PB play this season?

I found some footage on Youtube.

D Line is solid looking.

Greenwood wants it too bad...I like Pine Bluff and will be rooting for em, but I believe Greenwood will Dump on the Zebras.....Dump said it...Dump out

You dont think PB wants it bad too! What a dumb statement!!

Quote from: Topdog1 on November 26, 2017, 01:21:16 pm
No I don't ever post, but like to read.  You are correct, a few ignorants fans think we have every game in the bag.  Most know a game against Pine Bluff is never in the bag.   I can promise that most in Greenwood truly respect Pine Bluff.  What person in their right mind wouldn't?  I can guarantee the coaches and team do.  I've been reading post on this site for years and only recently decided to sign in.  This season I've read some of the most ignorant posts ever.  I just hope our boys don't come here to look at the childish behavior some exhibit.  With that being said, look forward to another great battle.  Hope both teams play injury free ball.   Have a safe trip to the Rock Zebras.   Can't wait for Friday night!

+1 Well said!

Quote from: Danold Dump on November 27, 2017, 01:33:25 pm
Greenwood wants it too bad...

Obviously the UofG didn't  want it too bad the past 4 years...smh

The 2015 title game between these two schools drew in an attendance of 12,646 people which was the 5th largest in championship game history.
Wonder if we will be able to do better this year.

Quote from: The Future on November 27, 2017, 08:11:31 pm
The 2015 title game between these two schools drew in an attendance of 12,646 people which was the 5th largest in championship game history.
Wonder if we will be able to do better this year.

I would guess being on Friday that would hurt the attendance to some degree. I think Saturday is an easier day to get there. I may be wrong about that, but I know many many will be working and/or have to leave early to make that. I will be there with my family in tow and I know my son is heading there with some frat buddies. I think it will be the first title game he's attended since being on the 2012 team.

It's a special day. You can never take for granted the opportunity to see your hometown team play for a title. I know since it's being shown on KFTA locally here that will keep some at home. Win or lose it's a memorable experience....but definitely more so on the winning side.  8)

Quote from: Baitshop on November 27, 2017, 07:59:53 pm
Obviously the UofG didn't  want it too bad the past 4 years...smh

Nope, we don't want to make our Sebastian county brethren more jealous than they already are. Plus, if we win another, that's yet another thing we can claim superiority over SS on since that will make 8 football titles to SS's 7.  Will still have a ways to catch NS though. PB is on a whole other plateau as well.

You may even have to change that pregame announcement of your Mavs.    ;)

*Winning

Quote from: RD™ on November 27, 2017, 12:53:09 pm
I found some footage on Youtube.

D Line is solid looking.

I watched some footage there of their game with MH, but I am not sure what, if anything, that told me. The team doesn't look as big as their 2013-2015 version. It's a big assessment if their QB has the potential to be as good (per ZD's post)  as Skelton was for them from those teams. 

Quote from: Pr8hd on November 27, 2017, 08:35:33 pm
I would guess being on Friday that would hurt the attendance to some degree. I think Saturday is an easier day to get there. I may be wrong about that, but I know many many will be working and/or have to leave early to make that. I will be there with my family in tow and I know my son is heading there with some frat buddies. I think it will be the first title game he's attended since being on the 2012 team.

It's a special day. You can never take for granted the opportunity to see your hometown team play for a title. I know since it's being shown on KFTA locally here that will keep some at home. Win or lose it's a memorable experience....but definitely more so on the winning side.  8)

I think the television viewing will keep some home even though it was aired in 2015 too. I agree, the only reason I made it to that classic championship game because it was on Saturday. PB isn't far away so they will be in full force. The weather should be nice so it should be a crowd.

Yeah, PB has the advantage on proximity. Fans around here in GW will have to leave work early or take part of the day off, to be there in full force on a Friday at 7pm. It's definitely a much friendlier weather forecast than it was last year.

Streaming and live broadcasts have hurt the crowds to some degree, but it is terrific for those who simply can't make it or live in far off distances. Plus, let's be honest, it's expensive for some this time of year with Christmas right around the corner and some can't afford it. AAA is pretty greedy with admission and concession prices. I know many will spend well over $100 by the time you factor all that in plus gas and dinner, more if you spend the night.

Quote from: Pr8hd on November 27, 2017, 08:35:33 pm
I would guess being on Friday that would hurt the attendance to some degree. I think Saturday is an easier day to get there. I may be wrong about that, but I know many many will be working and/or have to leave early to make that. I will be there with my family in tow and I know my son is heading there with some frat buddies. I think it will be the first title game he's attended since being on the 2012 team.

It's a special day. You can never take for granted the opportunity to see your hometown team play for a title. I know since it's being shown on KFTA locally here that will keep some at home. Win or lose it's a memorable experience....but definitely more so on the winning side.  8)

An Your son was a heck of a Football player! Miss seeing him out there!

Quote from: Pr8hd on November 27, 2017, 08:52:28 pm
I watched some footage there of their game with MH, but I am not sure what, if anything, that told me. The team doesn't look as big as their 2013-2015 version. It's a big assessment if their QB has the potential to be as good (per ZD's post)  as Skelton was for them from those teams. 

No, this team is not as physically imposing as teams we have in the past. The DL is decent size but the OL is not near as big as we've had. The current QB Foots IMO is further along in development than Skelton was at the same age. He's not as big as Skelton but he is a strong runner. He's also a more efficient passer and cooler under pressure than Skelton was at that age. I'll see if I can find the stats to compare their sophomore years. If Foots can improve as much as Skelton did his Jr and Sr years....he will be very special. 

Quote from: Baitshop on November 27, 2017, 07:59:53 pm
Obviously the UofG didn't  want it too bad the past 4 years...smh

Greenwood wants it bad every year. At least Greenwood makes the playoffs every year and gets to the title game while SS is setting at home watching other teams and bouncing basketballs! I see you still haven't rattled that brain loose yet. Dear Lord that grease is effecting your thought process Bait!

Pine Bluff vs. GREENWOOD (7): Hootens.com Game of the Week.

Quote from: High Voltage on November 28, 2017, 07:51:20 am
Greenwood wants it bad every year. At least Greenwood makes the playoffs every year and gets to the title game while SS is setting at home watching other teams and bouncing basketballs! I see you still haven't rattled that brain loose yet. Dear Lord that grease is effecting your thought process Bait!

The quote from one of your own, a Greenwood fan was, "Greenwood wants it too bad this year", you dolt!  That implies that the last 4 Greenwood teams that did NOT get it done, didn't want it bad enough.

Don't blame me for the insinuation of one of your own...

Quote from: zebradynasty on November 28, 2017, 12:53:16 am
No, this team is not as physically imposing as teams we have in the past. The DL is decent size but the OL is not near as big as we've had. The current QB Foots IMO is further along in development than Skelton was at the same age. He's not as big as Skelton but he is a strong runner. He's also a more efficient passer and cooler under pressure than Skelton was at that age. I'll see if I can find the stats to compare their sophomore years. If Foots can improve as much as Skelton did his Jr and Sr years....he will be very special. 

+1

Interesting, I thought Skelton was great, beat us in 2013 and 2015 by making plays with his arm and legs. Very lofty praise in my book.

Quote from: Baitshop on November 28, 2017, 10:21:40 am
The quote from one of your own, a Greenwood fan was, "Greenwood wants it too bad this year", you dolt!  That implies that the last 4 Greenwood teams that did NOT get it done, didn't want it bad enough.

Don't blame me for the insinuation of one of your own...

Dang Bait, don't let it get you down. Southside may be good again someday. I think you took it the wrong way, but oh well. Have a drink and settle down bubba!

Quote from: High Voltage on November 28, 2017, 03:40:42 pm
Dang Bait, don't let it get you down. Southside may be good again someday. I think you took it the wrong way, but oh well. Have a drink and settle down bubba!

Dude, I'm not the guy that needs a Preparation H IV for the butt(e) hurt spasm's when anyone doesn't toe the UofG line....

Go back to your Blue Koolaid and Copenhagen....it'll all be over, one way or the other, on Friday night...

I believe this to be the most interesting matchup this week. If I had seen PB at all, I'd be comfortable making a prediction here. I'm thinking Greenwood's offense will score enough and their defense will keep PB out of the endzone enough to win. Obvious statements, but this Gwood team is very balanced.

Quote from: Baitshop on November 28, 2017, 06:38:39 pm
Dude, I'm not the guy that needs a Preparation H IV for the butt(e) hurt spasm's when anyone doesn't toe the UofG line....

Go back to your Blue Koolaid and Copenhagen....it'll all be over, one way or the other, on Friday night...

It won't  be over Friday night.
Give it a few weeks to a month afterwards. If Greenwood wins, you will congratulate Greenwood, will be asked to eat a lot ALOT of crow, and will have to listen to the Greenwood posters brag as well as the more... outspoken Greenwood posters as they claim Greenwood superiority for days afterward.
If Pine Bluff wins, us Greenwood posters will congratulate the Zebras, then we will be subjected to post after post of more of the same from Bait about how Greenwood has lost to "inferior coaches and talent" and didnt want the win badly and the like. Anytime someone posts about Greenwood, that poster can expect some clever response from you. Thing is bulldogger15 won't be around to read your posts and he's the one you want to see them.

So I guess give it til around the first of the new year. Then it'll all be over. Finally.

Future, Pr8, RD, is this Greenwood team the most balanced one? I know you guys probably want to wait until the state championship game. What makes their offense sputter to start games sometimes?

I think Noland will do enough, but he will need the help of his receiving core. Are the receivers playing well? I don't seem to know any of the GW receiver names this year, which is strange.

Quote from: The Future on November 28, 2017, 07:00:36 pm
It won't  be over Friday night.
Give it a few weeks to a month afterwards. If Greenwood wins, you will congratulate Greenwood, will be asked to eat a lot ALOT of crow, and will have to listen to the Greenwood posters brag as well as the more... outspoken Greenwood posters as they claim Greenwood superiority for days afterward.
If Pine Bluff wins, (some of) us Greenwood posters will congratulate the Zebras (the rest will crow and cackle like hyena's), then we will be subjected to post after post of more of the same from Bait about how Greenwood has lost to "inferior coaches and talent (YOUR fans comments, not mine)" and didnt want the win badly (again, another GW poster's words) and the like. Anytime someone posts about Greenwood, that poster can expect some clever response from you. (I appreciate your deeming my comments "clever", I prefer "thought provoking, pointing to introspection") Thing is bulldogger15 won't be around to read your posts and he's the one you want to see them. (Gosh, I'm gonna miss him)

So I guess give it til around the first of the new year. Then it'll all be over. Finally. (It will never be over, and down deep you know it....there will always be 4 or 5 UofG posters that just can't help themselves ragging on other teams, fans, coaching staffs and expecting to get away with it without comment. It must be in that horrible tasting water you boys have down there)

Come on Future, your problem isn't me or anyone like me....your problem comes from within your own house. Once some in your fan base learns to win with class and be respectful of the teams that you have vanquished, you will find guys like me congratulating you on your wins and meaning it.

PHYSICIAN, HEAL THYSELF

BTW....good luck Friday night, this former Bulldog always pulls for the ol' alma mater in the big games.

Quote from: Almatrackster on November 28, 2017, 07:11:26 pm
Future, Pr8, RD, is this Greenwood team the most balanced one? I know you guys probably want to wait until the state championship game. What makes their offense sputter to start games sometimes?

I think Noland will do enough, but he will need the help of his receiving core. Are the receivers playing well? I don't seem to know any of the GW receiver names this year, which is strange.

Peyton Holt is #8 in the state for receiving. 1154   total yards.   If you remember the Yarnell ice cream play of the week after the G vs A game his catch and score won that week.

Quote from: T-Bone on November 26, 2017, 03:52:27 pm
If either team goes into this game thinking they will run away with it they will lose.  Both can play.

Agreed. I took GW in the bracket challenge but would really like to see PB win it and wouldn't be surprised either way

Quote from: Almatrackster on November 28, 2017, 07:11:26 pm
Future, Pr8, RD, is this Greenwood team the most balanced one? I know you guys probably want to wait until the state championship game. What makes their offense sputter to start games sometimes?

I think Noland will do enough, but he will need the help of his receiving core. Are the receivers playing well? I don't seem to know any of the GW receiver names this year, which is strange.

That's a tough question IMO, most balanced ever is subjective to some degree. I think many of the GW teams don't get enough credit for being well balanced. GW's philosophy has always been to take what is there and being given to them. So if they crowd the box, loosen them up with the dink and dunk passing.  If good cover corners and secondary, then they look to run. It's never been a spread team, throw it first mentality, but I think it's easy to think that or get lulled to sleep that is what they will do. I think they have been fairly efficient especially lately starting games and putting pressure on the other team early on.

Holt is the do it all,  jack of all trades, big play receiver. Not a big guy, but very strong, great hands, and deceptively quick on the field. I'd say he, Noland, and Wood are the 3 headed monster offensively. The rest of the receiving corps is capable, mostly sure handed guys and as is expected of all GW receivers block well on the edge and downfield. Defensively as a unit, it is one of the better ones I have seen esp. in the box. I have seen a few teams get behind the secondary a little too often at times. However, they adjust very well and are also pretty fast as a unit.

It's hard for me to say this is the most of anything. Each team, has things they do well and some kinks/flaws as well. This team seems to be a little less flawed overall than most recent teams. Although, I still think that 2012 team had a little of everything and is comparable.

Quote from: Pr8hd on November 28, 2017, 07:44:36 pm
That's a tough question IMO, most balanced ever is subjective to some degree. I think many of the GW teams don't get enough credit for being well balanced. GW's philosophy has always been to take what is there and being given to them. So if they crowd the box, loosen them up with the dink and dunk passing.  If good cover corners and secondary, then they look to run. It's never been a spread team, throw it first mentality, but I think it's easy to think that or get lulled to sleep that is what they will do. I think they have been fairly efficient especially lately starting games and putting pressure on the other team early on.

CRJ does this better than any coach that I have seen in the state of Arkansas. I have told folks repeatedly that if Rick Jones doesn't have better athletes than you, he still has a good chance to beat you....if he has comparable athletes to you, you're gonna get beat the vast majority of times...if he has better athletes than you, the final outcome will be controlled soley by CRJ's level of benevolence that night....

Nice post Bait. +1

Lots of points and comments to hit on. I'll just keep my response short and simple.

1. So once the majority of Greenwood fans who are classy and respectable and can win and lose with class as you put it forces the small few who you believe can't win or lose with class to instantly start acting right, then and only then will you congratulate us and mean it? Well first off we can't control what people say. The whole free speech deal. If someone wants to act a certain way and type a certain thing all abiding by rules, so be it. But I figure why not congratulate and mean it to the good ones and don't worry about the bad ones. Because I'm pretty sure clumping a group together and forming a base judgment about said group is frowned upon in today's world.

2. As far as the number of "classless" people who cheer Greenwood, comes with the package. You can't be a popular team without having a huge fan base. And with any huge fan base comes the bad. Bandwagoners, poor sportsmanship fans, the fans who know absolutely nothing about the team but cheer anyway just cause they are 36-2 the last 3 years. All that. You point out any power team across any sport across any classification anywhere. And they'll show you their good fans and their handful of bad ones. If Southside had Greenwood's success since 2004, I guarantee you Southside would have it's bad fans. Just happens. But like I said. Don't clump them all together.
And even so. I'm sure the ones on here you speak of are the same as you. Great nice people who love football and like to throw little stink bombs every so often.

3. Can you show me or tell me which poster it was that said Greenwood lost to inferior talent and coaches? In those exact words? Because I'm kinda thinking you are just twisting words. Like you did with the "Greenwood didn't wanna win badly" remark. I'm pretty sure the statement made was simply "Greenwood wants it too bad this year." You chose to take that as meaning one thing and are claiming the way you took it was what was said. It could mean Greenwood wants it too bad this year just as they have the past 2 years.  Or maybe since our seniors have twice failed to bring home the gold, they have just a little bit more fire under them than the last two years. They wanted it bad the last two years. But now there's a bit more gasoline in that fire.

4. Can't we do both? Can't we congratulate Pine Bluff but at the same time be completely excited that we won state? I mean if being proud of your team and school and having some bragging rights is considered acting like hyenas then I'm pretty sure those years Southside won it all, you were quite the hyena.

And lastly. Yea our water is like Satan's dish soap!

Ok so I lied. This wasn't short and simple lol.

Quote from: Baitshop on November 28, 2017, 07:56:35 pm
CRJ does this better than any coach that I have seen in the state of Arkansas. I have told folks repeatedly that if Rick Jones doesn't have better athletes than you, he still has a good chance to beat you....if he has comparable athletes to you, you're gonna get beat the vast majority of times...if he has better athletes than you, the final outcome will be controlled soley by CRJ's level of benevolence that night....

I agree. He has done a great job over the years. I honestly believe that 2015 team was very special but ran into a PB team that might have been the best in the state overall. Sometimes I think if CRJ would have made a qb change in that championship game we might had a different outcome. But who's to question a coach of his caliber. High school football fans will be in for a real treat Friday night.

Quote from: Almatrackster on November 28, 2017, 07:11:26 pm
Future, Pr8, RD, is this Greenwood team the most balanced one? I know you guys probably want to wait until the state championship game. What makes their offense sputter to start games sometimes?

I think Noland will do enough, but he will need the help of his receiving core. Are the receivers playing well? I don't seem to know any of the GW receiver names this year, which is strange.

Well you have got some great responses to your question. But I'll throw my couple cents in anyway.

I think what makes Greenwood so balanced is they are able to beat you by not doing what you're keeping us from doing. If you have a huge line and a great rush defense then we will air it out. If you have speedy backfielders and can keep up with our receivers and passes then we will rush for 250 yards. Just as Pr8hd hit on.

But one thing I've noticed. And I guess it has to do with a combination of many things. But we use to rely mainly on pass. I mean we had Stegall Wilson and Shook to start out Jones years here. Yea we had Ridenour (I'm sure I butchered that spelling) and Hopkins who helped when needed but the passing game was our strength. Then 2010 happened. Greenwood had its first, or closest to one, duel threat QB in Hogan. I believe Jones saw how the duel threat has worked for great teams (Kiehl Frazier anyone) and wanted to use it. Since then, we have utilized duel threat. Even formed our whole offense around 2 QBs with Burgess and Kennedy as well as Noland and Hales.

By becoming more balanced offensively it has helped us tremendously in certain games.
As far as the balanceness of this year's team, I'm with Pr8hd. That 2012 team was great. 2015 team as well. But then again this years team allows 11 points a game and has matched the 2000 title team with 4 shut outs. If we are beat this Friday, it's up for debate still. But if we are able to finish, then I'd give the nod to this years team as the most balanced in Greenwood history.

And I think the not knowing any of the receivers in a small way attributes to how balanced the offense is. Connor can sling it to anyone and anyone can get open. We don't have single clutch go to guy. We don't have a Padilla or Morgan or Staton or Harris this year. But everyone we have can ball. Holt has been great all year. Josh Barlow had a good sophomore year last year but has been a bit quiet this year. Look for him to make noise next season.

Quote from: sportsguy80 on November 28, 2017, 08:23:41 pm
I agree. He has done a great job over the years. I honestly believe that 2015 team was very special but ran into a PB team that might have been the best in the state overall. Sometimes I think if CRJ would have made a qb change in that championship game we might had a different outcome. But who's to question a coach of his caliber. High school football fans will be in for a real treat Friday night.

Lots of what if's from that game lol.

Jones said in an interview I believe after the 2006 or 2010 state games after winning on a 2 point conversion that he'd rather win or lose the game on one play.
When it was 4th down and we punted that was one of the very few calls I've really questioned from him. I figure if we don't get it, we still have to hold them to a 3 and out anyway so what's to lose.
But like you said. I'm sure he felt it was the right call.

I woulda loved to have seen Pine Bluff play against the top 7A teams that year. That team was so good. And Skelton was a beast.

Quote from: The Future on November 28, 2017, 08:19:52 pm
Nice post Bait. +1

Lots of points and comments to hit on. I'll just keep my response short and simple.

1. So once the majority of Greenwood fans who are classy and respectable and can win and lose with class as you put it forces the small few who you believe can't win or lose with class to instantly start acting right, then and only then will you congratulate us and mean it? (It's not me that doesn't mean it. But, of course I don't lose sleep at night over whether not a group of 16-18 year olds win a football game on Friday night.) Well first off we can't  c--ontrol what people say. The whole free speech deal. If someone wants to act a certain way and type a certain thing all abiding by rules, so be it. (Then, if that is true, why are you and I having a conversation? Am I not acting and typing in certain ways, all the while abiding by the rules? Why do you and HV, and BD15 and BD44 worry about my opinions, or better yet, why do you need to rebuke and rebutt my posts?) But I figure why not congratulate and mean it to the good ones and don't worry about the bad ones. (So, you're saying ignore those that you feel disrespect you, your team, your coaching staff, and your town? Pot meet kettle.) Because I'm pretty sure clumping a group together and forming a base judgment about said group is frowned upon in today's world. (Does the phrase "Cowards of Crawford County" ring a bell with you?)

2. As far as the number of "classless" people who cheer Greenwood, comes with the package. You can't be a popular team without having a huge fan base. And with any huge fan base comes the bad. Bandwagoners, poor sportsmanship fans, the fans who know absolutely nothing about the team but cheer anyway just cause they are 36-2 the last 3 years. All that. You point out any power team across any sport across any classification anywhere. And they'll show you their good fans and their handful of bad ones. If Southside had Greenwood's success since 2004, I guarantee you Southside would have it's bad fans. (Moot point, Southside hasn't had anything that looks like a string of "good", at least to Southside's standards, in a while) Just happens. But like I said. Don't clump them all together.
And even so. I'm sure the ones on here you speak of are the same as you. Great nice people who love football and like to throw little stink bombs every so often. (Whoever told you that I was a "great nice person" lied to you....I am a bitter, underachieving, egg flipper that is eaten up with jealousy and should just sit down and stay in my lane....those are not my words either)

3. Can you show me or tell me which poster it was that said Greenwood lost to inferior talent and coaches? (Go back and look at the first loss to Eldo and the PB loss that ended the streak. Also note the comments from the Eldo and PB posters) In those exact words? Because I'm kinda thinking you are just twisting words. Like you did with the "Greenwood didn't wanna win badly" remark. I'm pretty sure the statement made was simply "Greenwood wants it too bad this year." You chose to take that as meaning one thing and are claiming the way you took it was what was said. (Yes, that is correct, his words not mine) It could mean Greenwood wants it too bad this year just as they have the past 2 years.  Or maybe since our seniors have twice failed to bring home the gold, they have just a little bit more fire under them than the last two years. (Those kids that didn't "bring home the gold" the two years before that...did they lose because of their lack of wanting it?) They wanted it bad the last two years. But now there's a bit more gasoline in that fire.

4. Can't we do both? Can't we congratulate Pine Bluff but at the same time be completely excited that we won state? (You tell me, go back and read the game threads from your last 2 or 3 Championship game threads and tell me if you all congratulated the team that you beat or were beaten by, kinda like the baseball State Championship game that you lost a few years ago and half of the GW team didn't shake the other teams hands) I mean if being proud of your team and school and having some bragging rights is considered acting like hyenas then I'm pretty sure those years Southside won it all, you were quite the hyena. (So you are saying that if you are winning Championships then acting like an rump is ok and should be tolerated?)

And lastly. Yea our water is like Satan's dish soap! (FINALLY, common ground!)

Look, let me say it again, 75% of the UofG posters are rational....it's that 25% that are determined that all will bow to the power of the Dog that make your fan base look like your water tastes. Just act like you've been there before and be respectful of the other team, their fans, towns, coaching staffs etc. It's not that hard....at least for most of us.

And to make sure that we stay on topic here...good luck to the UofG this Friday

The #1 Weapon Greenwood has is Touchbacks. Unless you're Pulaski Academy it is tough as nails to march 80 yards. zebradynasty has PB seen kickoffs go into End Zone much this season?

Quote from: RD™ on November 28, 2017, 09:39:35 pm
The #1 Weapon Greenwood has is Touchbacks. Unless you're Pulaski Academy it is tough as nails to march 80 yards. zebradynasty has PB seen kickoffs go into End Zone much this season?

Not really but it's not like we have a strong return game anyway. Long drives don't bother us too much as long as we can run the ball.

Trying to do a little research before the big game.  Do any of know if either team have linemen that go both ways?  I see it more in the smaller classifications but no so much in the 6A and 7A.

Quote from: Baitshop on November 28, 2017, 09:07:38 pm
Look, let me say it again, 75% of the UofG posters are rational....it's that 25% that are determined that all will bow to the power of the Dog that make your fan base look like your water tastes. Just act like you've been there before and be respectful of the other team, their fans, towns, coaching staffs etc. It's not that hard....at least for most of us.

And to make sure that we stay on topic here...good luck to the UofG this Friday

This is rich coming form you sir. Back in the day when SS was relevant all you did was put down other programs, week in and week out. I can pull up the threads if you want about how GW wasn't "Big Boy" football and how we were little brother to SS. Well, after getting your tail handed to you for several years now it's finally getting to you. And to be clear it wasn't just GW you put down. We all want our teams to win and all cheer in different ways. Some go over board for sure, but you are as guilty as anyone in years past. I think you are one of two things, either a closet GW fan and don't want to admit it or you really want GW to lose badly. Either way you are no different than anyone else on here.

Quote from: Baitshop on November 28, 2017, 06:38:39 pm
Dude, I'm not the guy that needs a Preparation H IV for the butt(e) hurt spasm's when anyone doesn't toe the UofG line....

Go back to your Blue Koolaid and Copenhagen....it'll all be over, one way or the other, on Friday night...

HAhahahahahahahaha, you need more than prep H buddy!

If Greenwood wins and I come on here and say, "Congrats to Greenwood.  They caught lightening in a bottle this year."  Would any Greenwood fans be offended at that?

;D

Quote from: maxswine on November 29, 2017, 07:55:19 am
If Greenwood wins and I come on here and say, "Congrats to Greenwood.  They caught lightening in a bottle this year."  Would any Greenwood fans be offended at that?

;D

I would be!
Dude lightning is freaking scary!!
Lol

Quote from: WC-soccer dad on November 29, 2017, 06:43:48 am
Trying to do a little research before the big game.  Do any of know if either team have linemen that go both ways?  I see it more in the smaller classifications but no so much in the 6A and 7A.

PB has no lineman going both ways this year, usually we have one or so go both ways.

Quote from: maxswine on November 29, 2017, 07:55:19 am
If Greenwood wins and I come on here and say, "Congrats to Greenwood.  They caught lightening in a bottle this year."  Would any Greenwood fans be offended at that?

;D

Haha, nice!

Quote from: sportsguy80 on November 28, 2017, 08:23:41 pm
I agree. He has done a great job over the years. I honestly believe that 2015 team was very special but ran into a PB team that might have been the best in the state overall. Sometimes I think if CRJ would have made a qb change in that championship game we might had a different outcome. But who's to question a coach of his caliber. High school football fans will be in for a real treat Friday night.

+1 I really agree with that one if you ask me

Quote from: maxswine on November 29, 2017, 07:55:19 am
If Greenwood wins and I come on here and say, "Congrats to Greenwood.  They caught lightening in a bottle this year."  Would any Greenwood fans be offended at that?

;D

I would say, not to stand too close to CRJ because lightning has struck more times than not to fill the aforementioned bottle.

Besides, as most GW fans know, CRJ controls the weather - except last year he fell down on the job some weather wise.  ;)

Quote from: sportsguy80 on November 28, 2017, 08:23:41 pm
I honestly believe that 2015 team was very special but ran into a PB team that might have been the best in the state overall. Sometimes I think if CRJ would have made a qb change in that championship game we might had a different outcome.

I think PB made better adjustments at half, than GW did. I am not sure a QB change would have decided the outcome any better. Hales struggled some with his passes, but he had no time nor would have Noland I believe. Perhaps so just not real sure, but that was a very very good PB team. I would have liked to see Noland play more than a series though. I was proud GW played them so close because I had thought it might not be close at all.

Take nothing from PB, I too (like Future and some others) believe they were the best team in the state across all classifications that year.

I forgot about Holt. I did know his name.

I'm just honestly curious to see this game played out. I know about Greenwood this year, but have no clue on PB, so I'll be interested to see how these two matchup.

Does Greenwood feel good that PB (by the sounds of it) is a running team and Greenwood's strength is their D-line?

Quote from: Almatrackster on November 29, 2017, 06:04:30 pm
I forgot about Holt. I did know his name.

I'm just honestly curious to see this game played out. I know about Greenwood this year, but have no clue on PB, so I'll be interested to see how these two matchup.

Does Greenwood feel good that PB (by the sounds of it) is a running team and Greenwood's strength is their D-line?

+1

Holt is one you better account for and is nicknamed the "Ice Cream Man" because of his back to back sweetest plays getting the team Yarnell's. He has made some spectacular catches and plays this year.

I think that the game will be won or lost on both sides of the trenches. I won't feel good about it until the final horn sounds and the scoreboard shows GW by at least 1 point over them. It certainly sets up as what we do best vs what they do best potentially. The 2013-2015 PB version, I think we got manhandled some in the trenches. Last year, maybe not so much and not sure what to expect this year.

I haven't seen too many teams that have been able to do that to this defensive front this year, but that doesn't mean Bolding and staff won't have a scheme to account for them better. GW's LB's have done a really good job filling the gaps....not huge guys but quick and sure tacklers. The secondary also supports the run defense well, maybe better than they play the pass at times. They are solid group though overall front to back and play well together/swarm to the ball. 

Also as RD mentioned, one of their best weapons is Ennis and his touchbacks. Forcing a team to go 80, especially after a GW score, puts pressure on the opposition. Ennis deserves more praise in his role in setting up the defensive success.

Quote from: WC-soccer dad on November 29, 2017, 06:43:48 am
Trying to do a little research before the big game.  Do any of know if either team have linemen that go both ways?  I see it more in the smaller classifications but no so much in the 6A and 7A.

GW only has Womack and Webb that are used on jumbo packages I believe.  Although I think last week, they used them a little more.

GW used to have a lot more going both ways especially skill guys.

Good lord, could you guys spice up this dang thing or either have Eddie close it. Right now I don't know if this is a state title football thread or couples therapy... bit too much nice talking and not enough of that tradition yodel we're accustomed to hearing.

The self proclaimed kings of football are both in here sitting on pins and needles trying their darndest not to offend each other. 😂

Had this been Bennie and Earl this thing would've probably had 10,000 views already.

Quote from: Almatrackster on November 29, 2017, 06:04:30 pm
I forgot about Holt. I did know his name.

I'm just honestly curious to see this game played out. I know about Greenwood this year, but have no clue on PB, so I'll be interested to see how these two matchup.

Does Greenwood feel good that PB (by the sounds of it) is a running team and Greenwood's strength is their D-line?

The Z's offense isn't one dimensional not able to pound it like we have in the past. Our passing game is solid GW will get tested deep and will need to be able to cover both short and deep throws.

I would like to hear from Russellville and West Memphis opinion on who they think will win. Since they've played both. I know both played Northside but that was so early in the season don't think it would be as accurate as someone who played within the last few weeks.

Honestly it's anybody's game in my opinion.

Quote from: zebradynasty on November 29, 2017, 07:45:15 pm
I would like to hear from Russellville and West Memphis opinion on who they think will win. Since they've played both. I know both played Northside but that was so early in the season don't think it would be as accurate as someone who played within the last few weeks.

I don't think you can totally dismiss the NS game, but one thing about all the common opponents mentioned is that PB had the luxury of hosting all 3 teams. Conversely, GW hosted 2 of the 3 and played Russellville on the road. Of the 3 games, GW played the most complete game of the 3 opponents against WM. GW's game with Russ was very chippy and there were lots of penalties. NS forgot to get off the bus against GW.

I thought the WM game might be a contest when the Devils answered GW's first score, then the wheels fell off for them.

Quote from: Pr8hd on November 29, 2017, 08:39:47 pm
I don't think you can totally dismiss the NS game, but one thing about all the opponents mentioned is that PB had the luxury of hosting all 3 teams. Conversely, GW hosted 2 of the 3 and played Russellville on the road. Of the 3 games, GW played the most complete game of the 3 opponents against WM. GW's game with Russ was very chippy and there were lots of penalties. NS forgot to get off the bus against GW.

I thought the WM game might be a contest when the Devils answered GW's first score, then the wheels fell off for them.

The reason I wanted to leave the NS game out was that was so early in the season and our offense was very inconsistent breaking in a new QB. The score was close but very deceiving. PB totally dominated NS they may have got in the red zone once and the touchdown was on a deep pass in which their WR pushed our DB (almost like UA vs. Mizzou) to catch the ball. The games later in the season were much more representative of our play.

These are both storied programs.  Both have great coaches.  Both have great programs.  Both have great traditions.  This game is as good as it gets.

I love to watch both teams.  I have no idea which team will win.   Both teams are champions in my book.  These are the best teams in 6A and the winner will definitely earn the title of champion.

Quote from: Pr8hd on November 29, 2017, 12:46:09 pm
I think PB made better adjustments at half, than GW did. I am not sure a QB change would have decided the outcome any better. Hales struggled some with his passes, but he had no time nor would have Noland I believe. Perhaps so just not real sure, but that was a very very good PB team. I would have liked to see Noland play more than a series though. I was proud GW played them so close because I had thought it might not be close at all.

Take nothing from PB, I too (like Future and some others) believe they were the best team in the state across all classifications that year.

+1 This 2017 PB Team is very talented. Maybe not to level of 2015 and 2016 Teams, but
excellent players up front on both sides of Ball. Skill players abound. If Soph is QB along with soph RB The other 9 players are going to required to be have their best Game. The two Sophs are outstanding players, but they are sophomores. Cannot put a price on experience at this level. If PB can move the chains with some consistency they have a chance. Their defense must play consistent with their athletic ability and be smart. PB will bring hard nose
Aggressive Football.

Greenwood really has no major weaknesses. Has maybe their best defense ever. Their O is going to score in the blink of an eye. And has already been mentioned their kicking Game is a real Weapon. And that is a Major problem for PB.

I see Gwd. By at least 2 TDs.

I also agree that a Gwd. QB change maybe late 3rd Qtr. In 2015 might have helped. Also the same can be said in 2016 to utilize the toughness of HALES running against a very bad weather night and senior laden and well prepared Russellville Team. But Coach Jones and his Staff are very Professional at what they do - in the meantime the rest of us are pretty good at second guessing if it doesn't work out to our liking.

Quote from: rona on November 30, 2017, 12:25:25 am
+1 This 2017 PB Team is very talented. Maybe not to level of 2015 and 2016 Teams, but
excellent players up front on both sides of Ball. Skill players abound. If Soph is QB along with soph RB The other 9 players are going to required to be have their best Game. The two Sophs are outstanding players, but they are sophomores. Cannot put a price on experience at this level. If PB can move the chains with some consistency they have a chance. Their defense must play consistent with their athletic ability and be smart. PB will bring hard nose
Aggressive Football.

Greenwood really has no major weaknesses. Has maybe their best defense ever. Their O is going to score in the blink of an eye. And has already been mentioned their kicking Game is a real Weapon. And that is a Major problem for PB.

I see Gwd. By at least 2 TDs.

I also agree that a Gwd. QB change maybe late 3rd Qtr. In 2015 might have helped. Also the same can be said in 2016 to utilize the toughness of HALES running against a very bad weather night and senior laden and well prepared Russellville Team. But Coach Jones and his Staff are very Professional at what they do - in the meantime the rest of us are pretty good at second guessing if it doesn't work out to our liking.

The soph RB doesn't get awhole lot of carries...#4 is a junior and the main back.

Wow. That kind of quality depth says a lot about the PB Program now and in the future. Looking forward to watching the matchups.

I really think points will come at a premium during this game. Depending on the flow and big plays, I wouldn't be surprised on a low scoring game.

I expect Turnovers and untimely penalties will impact scoring level. Seems to me that officials try to " let them play" in most Championship Games. But agree Big Plays will be the major facto by either Teams O or D at the end of the night.

Quote from: zebradynasty on November 29, 2017, 07:45:15 pm
I would like to hear from Russellville and West Memphis opinion on who they think will win. Since they've played both. I know both played Northside but that was so early in the season don't think it would be as accurate as someone who played within the last few weeks.

Have you noticed the results of the Poll?   

I think whoever can score and gain control the last few minutes of the half and the first 3 minutes of the second half will win.  Quick strike before and after should seal the fate of who wins...IMO.   I hope it goes down to the wire.  I love close football games!

Quote from: rona on November 30, 2017, 07:59:05 am
Wow. That kind of quality depth says a lot about the PB Program now and in the future. Looking forward to watching the matchups.

Actually, the current starting running back was the second team running back at the beginning of the season. The projected starter (also a Junior) went down with a shoulder injury in a preseason scrimmage game against Parkview. Both played some as sophomores was really looking forward to having both in the backfield this season but the injury has helped us develop some depth at RB next year we should be set at RB.   

Looking forward to this game. I've watched film on both teams and seen Greenwood in person a few times. I look forward to seeing Greenwood's defense vs PB offense. This should be a great one all the way around regardless. Interesting match ups all across the field. I believe though that just like the last time, this might be a game with many unexpected twist and turns.

I do believe GW has the advantage in this one and has the more impressive team. But this is starting to flourish into a rivalry so things like that mean nothing.

The real question is will GW play GW football and not try to outsmart themselves. The last two times they got away from their brand. Even others noticed that. GW game plan last week was great and if they will do similar to that again I believe they could win this one by at least 2 scores.

Bulldogs by at least 14!

Final prediction

Greenwood 35 Pine Bluff 31

Quote from: PrivateLesson on November 30, 2017, 08:58:31 am
Have you noticed the results of the Poll?   

It basically says a majority believe GW will win and it is almost a complete toss up on who they want to actually win.

Do we have an electoral college here to determine the winner?

DixiePrep's official analysis and prediction:

Pine Bluff has to score 28 + points to have a chance of winning.....

This year's Bulldog defense won't allow that to happen.....

UofG   28
PB     14

Quote from: zebradynasty on November 29, 2017, 07:45:15 pm
I would like to hear from Russellville and West Memphis opinion on who they think will win. Since they've played both. I know both played Northside but that was so early in the season don't think it would be as accurate as someone who played within the last few weeks.

Atta boy zebrfantasy, leave off Northside since you barely beat them and Greenwood throttled them. You striped donkeys will see soon enough who is better and why. Your sophomore QB is about to get blasted and he'll fall apart.

The Greenwood Bulldogs will start fast and finish strong. 3 TD victory for Coach Jones and his Bulldogs!

GO BULLDOGS!!!

Quote from: Baitshop on December 01, 2017, 08:19:38 am
DixiePrep's analysis:

Pine Bluff has to score 28 + points to have a chance of winning.....

This year's Bulldog defense won't allow that to happen.....

UofG   28
PB     14

Wow, Baitshop woke up and finally got his head right. Welcome back!

GO BULLDOGS!!!

Oh look, the special boy is back ^

Additional analysis and breakdown of the game tonight:

http://www.swtimes.com/sports/20171201/football-greenwood-vs-pine-bluff-keys-to-game

This is a special match up!
Greenwood may have their best team and should be favored in my meaningless opinion. However, these teams always play great games and I wouldn't be surprised to see it go down to the wire.  I'll predict a Greenwood win by 14.
We should all enjoy tonight's match up because there is a decent chance it is the last time these two teams will be coached by these two great coaches. It is very possible one or both move on after this year. (I know that is always a possibility, but I'd be surprised if they are both there next year)

Quote from: Bradshaw on December 01, 2017, 09:36:56 am
This is a special match up!
Greenwood may have their best team and should be favored in my meaningless opinion. However, these teams always play great games and I wouldn't be surprised to see it go down to the wire.  I'll predict a Greenwood win by 14.
We should all enjoy tonight's match up because there is a decent chance it is the last time these two teams will be coached by these two great coaches. It is very possible one or both move on after this year. (I know that is always a possibility, but I'd be surprised if they are both there next year)

Must be going on the Malzahn to Arkansas rumor and taking CRJ on staff, maybe ??

CRJ has college coaching experience and is definitely well connected in the high school coaching ranks. I have heard this scuttle all week, but also heard it when Malzahn first went to Auburn as well. 

If it did happen, it would be great for Arkansas football, but a dark day for the Bulldogs.

Quote from: Pr8hd on December 01, 2017, 08:52:49 am
Additional analysis and breakdown of the game tonight:

http://www.swtimes.com/sports/20171201/football-greenwood-vs-pine-bluff-keys-to-game

Remember what I said about those LBs. That is gonna be the difference in the game. Best LB group in the state is wearing the stripes!!!!!
GoZs

Quote from: Pr8hd on December 01, 2017, 09:43:44 am
Must be going on the Malzahn to Arkansas rumor and taking CRJ on staff, maybe ??

CRJ has college coaching experience and is definitely well connected in the high school coaching ranks. I have heard this scuttle all week, but also heard it when Malzahn first went to Auburn as well. 

If it did happen, it would be great for Arkansas football, but a dark day for the Bulldogs.

I wouldn't be surprised to see Coach Jones go college or out of state after this team, he is so well connected. He has turned down jobs in the past but this year may be a little different.
Coach Bolding has looked around a little in recent years and seems to be ready to leave PB. He is very well connected also.

Those of us who have enjoyed watching these two compete against each appreciate the jobs each have done and look forward to what may be their last match up.

Quote from: Bradshaw on December 01, 2017, 09:36:56 am
This is a special match up!
Greenwood may have their best team and should be favored in my meaningless opinion. However, these teams always play great games and I wouldn't be surprised to see it go down to the wire.  I'll predict a Greenwood win by 14.
We should all enjoy tonight's match up because there is a decent chance it is the last time these two teams will be coached by these two great coaches. It is very possible one or both move on after this year. (I know that is always a possibility, but I'd be surprised if they are both there next year)

+1

Defense wins championships. PB has a good defense. GW has a great one. I don't expect PB to score much and there is no way to keep GW from scoring if they execute. I think GW wins this one convincingly sending CRJ to bigger and better things.

Quote from: Bradshaw on December 01, 2017, 10:54:31 am
I wouldn't be surprised to see Coach Jones go college or out of state after this team, he is so well connected. He has turned down jobs in the past but this year may be a little different.
Coach Bolding has looked around a little in recent years and seems to be ready to leave PB. He is very well connected also.

Those of us who have enjoyed watching these two compete against each appreciate the jobs each have done and look forward to what may be their last match up.

Jesus Terry! Where do you have both Chip Kelly's going???🤔

Honestly how good are Greenwood's secondary and linebackers this year? I have read and heard a lot about every other aspect of their team except these two particular groups? Notwithstanding  the missing information on Greenwood's secondary and linebackers I think both teams seem to be pretty much even (minus poor execution and good luck) except the quarterback position where Greenwood's Noland appears to have more experience but does not have as much raw talent as Foots.

Quote from: 7AFBFAN on December 01, 2017, 02:36:59 pm
Defense wins championships. PB has a good defense. GW has a great one. I don't expect PB to score much and there is no way to keep GW from scoring if they execute. I think GW wins this one convincingly sending CRJ to bigger and better things.

+1

Quote from: pinebluffzebra09 on December 01, 2017, 10:19:10 am
Remember what I said about those LBs. That is gonna be the difference in the game. Best LB group in the state is wearing the stripes!!!!!
GoZs

Lololololololololololol

Your whole defense is going to get blasted. You'll need much more than the "best linebackers in the state".

Noland, Holt, Wood and Greenwood's dominate D will be the difference. Chemistry + Confidence + Execution = Bulldogs 6A State Championship!

GO BULLDOGS!!!

Quote from: Pr8hd on November 29, 2017, 06:28:26 pm
GW only has Womack and Webb that are used on jumbo packages I believe.  Although I think last week, they used them a little more.

GW used to have a lot more going both ways especially skill guys.

Yeah last week ,  they had a defensive starter in the secondary , playing a lot more WR,  and they had Womack and maybe webb as well playing both ways,   they have pulled out all the stops and want to get those 3-4 kids on the field as much as they can go.     

Should be an exciting game, I won't be able to make it but will be watching it live on Fox.   

Quote from: protegewill on December 01, 2017, 02:48:58 pm
Honestly how good are Greenwood's secondary and linebackers this year? I have read and heard a lot about every other aspect of their team except these two particular groups? Notwithstanding  the missing information on Greenwood's secondary and linebackers I think both teams seem to be pretty much even (minus poor execution and good luck) except the quarterback position where Greenwood's Noland appears to have more experience but does not have as much raw talent as Foots.

The Foots kid is good but to say he has more raw talent than Noland is quite a stretch!
I think Greenwood's secondary is faster than normal for them. They may give up some big plays due to their aggressiveness though.

Quote from: Bradshaw on December 01, 2017, 04:32:06 pm
The Foots kid is good but to say he has more raw talent than Noland is quite a stretch!
I think Greenwood's secondary is faster than normal for them. They may give up some big plays due to their aggressi
veness though.

I base my quarterback comparison off several sites using stats and videos of Nolan/Foots since I have not personally seen Nolan play this year but I have seen him play previous years though. I know this method is not always the most accurate but it is better than nothing. As far as the secondary goes, all armor has kinks just trying to find Greenwood's so I can cover the spread in a bet!!

Will this game be on TV?

GW 46 PB 13

Quote from: bulldogger15 on December 01, 2017, 03:39:33 pm
Lololololololololololol

Your whole defense is going to get blasted. You'll need much more than the "best linebackers in the state".

Noland, Holt, Wood and Greenwood's dominate D will be the difference. Chemistry + Confidence + Execution = Bulldogs 6A State Championship!

GO BULLDOGS!!!

you alright with me bulldogger15. you have yet to change your arrogant ways. Never change. Never Settle. lol.

GoZebras!!

I am thinking PB isn't intimidated at all by GW and have the athletes to keep GW on their heels. PB doesn't kick PAT's so I'm going:
PB 23
GW 21

PB forces two uncharacteristic turnovers deep in GW territory that leads to scores.  Gonna be hard to drive 80 yards on the GW defense.  PB defense is good also and will keep Woods in check.

Quote from: 6ASOUTHPURPLECAT on December 01, 2017, 06:21:46 pm
I am thinking PB isn't intimidated at all by GW and have the athletes to keep GW on their heels. PB doesn't kick PAT's so I'm going:
PB 23
GW 21

PB forces two uncharacteristic turnovers deep in GW territory that leads to scores.  Gonna be hard to drive 80 yards on the GW defense.  PB defense is good also and will keep Woods in check.

Well anything can happen.
But the last time Pine Bluff forced 2 turnovers and turned them into points, Greenwood won by 7.

Greenwood will be GW, Pine Bluff will be PB.

GW kicks off to start the game.

PB returns the ball to the PB 20.

PB ball on the PB 20.

1st and 10 - 0 yard run to the PB 20.
2nd and 10 - 2 yard run to the PB 22.
3rd and 8 - 18 yard pass to the PB 40.

1st and 10 - 1 yard run to the PB 41.
2nd and 9 - Penalty against GW puts ball on PB 46.
2nd and 4 - Incomplete pass.
3rd and 4 - 11 yard pass to the GW 43.

1st and 10 - 43 yard touchdown pass. PAT Good.

GW - 0

PB - 7

1Q

That touchdown catch was ridiculous.

PB kicks off after the touchdown.

GW returns the ball to the GW 27.

GW ball on the GW 27.

1st and 10 - 73 yard touchdown run. PAT Good.

GW - 7

PB - 7

1Q

What a sick run by that GW back. Showed some speed out running those Z's.

GW kicks off after the touchdown.

PB returns the ball to the PB 23.

PB ball on the PB 23.

1st and 10 - 0 yard run to the PB 23.
2nd and 10 - 4 yard run to the PB 27.
3rd and 6 - Incomplete pass.
4th and 6 - Penalty against PB puts ball on PB 22.
4th and 11 - PB punts and GW returns the ball to the GW 34.

GW - 7

PB - 7

1Q

GW ball on the GW 34.

1st and 10 - Penalty against PB puts ball on GW 39.
1st and 5 - 2 yard run to the GW 41.
2nd and 3 - 14 yard pass to the PB 45.

1st and 10 - 1 yard run to the PB 44.
2nd and 9 - 30 yard pass to the PB 14.

1st and 10 - 1 yard run to the PB 13.
2nd and 9 - Incomplete pass.
3rd and 9 - Incomplete pass.
4th and 9 - 30 yard field goal converted.

GW - 10

PB - 7

1Q

GW kicks off after the GW field goal.

PB takes the ball to the PB 25.

PB ball on the PB 25.

1st and 10 - 1 yard run to the PB 26.
2nd and 9 - Incomplete pass.
3rd and 9 - 5 yard run to the PB 31.
4th and 4 - PB punts and GW returns the ball to the GW 41.

GW - 10

PB - 7

1Q

Nolan is torching p.b.'s secondary.

Almatrackster is the AAA's enemy. He gives awesome updates free of charge. Keep up the good work my friend!

GW ball on the GW 41.

1st and 10 - 15 yard pass to PB 44.

1st and 10 - 9 yard pass to the PB 35.
2nd and 1 - 6 yard pass to the PB 29.

1st and 10 - 24 yard pass to the PB 5.

1st and Goal - 5 yard touchdown run. PAT Good.

GW - 17

PB - 7

1Q

Quote from: JessieP on December 01, 2017, 07:33:56 pm
Almatrackster is the AAA's enemy. He gives awesome updates free of charge. Keep up the good work my friend!

You do know it's on tv, right?

Quote from: pick_DA_EAGLES on December 01, 2017, 07:34:33 pm
You do know it's on tv, right?

No one will say where? I can't find it on Suddenlink.

Quote from: JessieP on December 01, 2017, 07:35:42 pm
No one will say where? I can't find it on Suddenlink.

I can't either. Been looking for 36 minutes or so lol

Apparently it's not on in NE Arkansas. Just central and NW. Lame.

GW kicks off after the touchdown.

PB returns the ball to the PB 19.

PB ball on the PB 19.

1st and 10 - 11 yard run to the PB 30.

1st and 10 - GW intercepts the pass at the PB 40.

GW - 17

PB - 7

1Q

GW ball on the PB 40.

1st and 10 - 0 yard run to the PB 40.
2nd and 10 - Incomplete pass.
3rd and 10 - PB intercepts the pass and returns the ball to the PB 31.

GW - 17

PB - 7

1Q

PB ball on the PB 30.

1st and 10 - 1 yard run to the PB 31.
2nd and 9 - 3 yard run to the PB 34.
3rd and 6 - Incomplete pass.
4th and 6 - PB punts and GW returns the ball to the GW 40.

GW - 17

PB - 7

1Q

GW ball on the GW 40.

1st and 10 - 11 yard pass to the PB 49.

GW - 17

PB - 7

end of 1Q

GW ball on the PB 49.

1st and 10 - 49 yard touchdown pass. PAT Good.

GW - 24

PB - 7

2Q

GW kicks off after the touchdown.

PB returns the ball to the PB 24.

PB ball on the PB 24.

1st and 10 - 3 yard run to the PB 27.
2nd and 7 - Incomplete pass.
3rd and 7 - GW intercepts the pass at the PB 40.

GW - 24

PB - 7

2Q

GW ball on the PB 40.

1st and 10 - 18 yard pass to the PB 22.

1st and 10 - 0 yard pass to the PB 22.
2nd and 10 - 22 yard touchdown pass. PAT Good.

GW - 31

PB - 7

2Q

Thank you for the updates!

Quote from: JessieP on December 01, 2017, 07:35:42 pm
No one will say where? I can't find it on Suddenlink.

Oh. It's on our channel 38 KASN

GW kicks off after the touchdown.

PB returns the ball to the PB 28.

PB ball on the PB 28.

1st and 10 - 5 yard run to the PB 33.
2nd and 5 - 2 yard run to the PB 35.
3rd and 3 - 12 yard run to the PB 47.

1st and 10 - 4 yard run to the GW 49.
2nd and 6 - 8 yard pass to the GW 41.

1st and 10 - -10 yard run to the PB 48.
2nd and 20 - -2 yard run to the PB 46.
3rd and 22 - Penalty against GW puts ball on GW 38.
3rd and 6 - 13 yard run to the GW 25.

1st and 10 - 4 yard run to the GW 21.
2nd and 6 - 3 yard run to the GW 18.
3rd and 3 - 3 yard run to the GW 15.

1st and 10 - -6 yard run to the GW 21.
2nd and 16 - 7 yard run to the GW 14.
3rd and 9 - -5 yard run to the GW 19.
4th and 14 - GW intercepts the pass in the endzone.

GW - 31

PB - 7

2Q

GW ball on the GW 20.

1st and 10 - GW fumbles and PB recovers on the GW 24.

GW - 31

PB - 7

2Q

PB ball on the GW 24.

1st and 10 - Penalty against GW puts ball on GW 15.
2nd and 1 - 0 yard run to GW 15.
3rd and 1 - 14 yard run to GW 1.

1st and Goal - 1 yard touchdown run. PAT Good.

GW - 31

PB - 14

2Q

You take away Foots you take away their offense.
Foots is playing great but won't be able to be a one person team the whole game.

We'll see what second half adjustments are made.

PB kicks off after the touchdown.

GW returns the ball to the GW 34.

GW ball on the GW 34.

1st and 10 - 6 yard run to the GW 40.
2nd and 4 - 0 yard run to the GW 40.

GW - 31

PB - 14

Halftime

Quote from: The Future on December 01, 2017, 08:09:47 pm
You take away Foots you take away their offense.
Foots is playing great but won't be able to be a one person team the whole game.

We'll see what second half adjustments are made.

Spot on. QB doing quite a bit for PB but he's having to be very creative.

This GW defense is so dang good. They fill every gap and close creases very quickly.

A flukey catch and a turnover+penalty have been PB's only scores. GW is the better team, PB needs things to go off the rails. GW doesn't go off the rails, but there's a first time for everything.

GW d line is wreaking havoc, but PB's oline has been good in spots. PB receivers have made some good catches but also tipped two balls for interceptions.

As Future said, PB will need to be much more consistent and find a way to get some stops or turnovers to make this competitive.

Gots to give GW credit man. They haven't been perfect but they've done what they needed to do on offense to keep PB on its heels. Zebras were forced to get outta their game plan after the tipped INTs, and GW has taken advantage thusband far. That's what good teams do.

Quote from: Almatrackster on December 01, 2017, 08:13:22 pm
Spot on. QB doing quite a bit for PB but he's having to be very creative.

This GW defense is so dang good. They fill every gap and close creases very quickly.

A flukey catch and a turnover+penalty have been PB's only scores. GW is the better team, PB needs things to go off the rails. GW doesn't go off the rails, but there's a first time for everything.

The stat that surprises me most is 5 combined turnovers.

Greenwood is playing lights out no doubt. But I'm also pretty sure Pine Bluff maybe just came out flat. This team is 11-1 for a reason. I'm sure they are better than they've been. The second half could be very different. Heck maybe both defense step up more and it's another scoreless second half. Maybe not though. Greenwood's offense is on fire.

My pick of 31-21 is out the door though lol

Has the PB QB completed any passes to his own team? What's he have, 4 interceptions? Hard to beat a good team with 4 turnovers in 1 half.

Quote from: JessieP on December 01, 2017, 08:23:21 pm
Has the PB QB completed any passes to his own team? What's he have, 4 interceptions? Hard to beat a good team with 4 turnovers in 1 half.

Honestly can't blame him for the interceptions. The first two were off the receiver's hands and the third one was a desperation heave on 4th down. GW defense is being opportunistic.

Quote from: JessieP on December 01, 2017, 08:23:21 pm
Has the PB QB completed any passes to his own team? What's he have, 4 interceptions? Hard to beat a good team with 4 turnovers in 1 half.

4 of 12 for 80 yards, 1 TD and 3 INT (2 of which were tipped). Tough to beat a team with 3 TOs

Same with Greenwood's fumble/interception. Our WR just never completely had control of the ball. Bobbled it as he caught it and as he tried running.

The first pick Connor probably just didn't see the defender. Looked kinda questionable why he threw it there. But then again my angle of the play wasn't as good as his. Maybe he saw an opportunity and the defender just made a play.

Quote from: Almatrackster on December 01, 2017, 08:26:38 pm
Honestly can't blame him for the interceptions. The first two were off the receiver's hands and the third one was a desperation heave on 4th down. GW defense is being opportunistic.

One of them, the QB through it to high, receiver got the tips of his fingers on it.

To beat Greenwood you need an almost flawless game. 4 turnovers against GW is like giving them 21 points, They are far to good to spot any points. It sounds like this one can turn ugly fast.

PB kicks off to start the 2nd half.

GW returns the ball to the GW 19.

GW ball on the GW 19.

1st and 10 - 16 yard pass to the GW 35.

1st and 10 - Incomplete pass.
2nd and 10 - Penalty against PB puts ball on GW 40.
2nd and 5 - 3 yard pass to the GW 43.
3rd and 2 - 57 yard touchdown run. PAT Good.

GW - 38

PB - 14

3Q

Congratulations bulldogs order your rings

Looks like Greenwood has more team speed than pine bluff does.

GW kicks off after the touchdown.

Touchback.

PB ball on the PB 20.

1st and 10 - -1 yard run to PB 19.
2nd and 11 - -3 yard run to PB 16.
3rd and 14 - 4 yard run to PB 20.
4th and 10 - PB punts and downs the ball on the GW 47.

GW - 38

PB - 14

3Q

GW ball on the GW 47.

1st and 10 - Incomplete pass.
2nd and 10 - 3 yard run to the 50.
3rd and 7 - 10 yard pass to the PB 40.

1st and 10 - Penalty against GW puts ball on PB 45.
1st and 15 - 45 yard touchdown pass. PAT Good

GW - 45

PB - 14

3Q

Kenny wood. Player of the game.

What a catch and run!

GW kicks off after the touchdown.

PB returns the ball to the PB 14.

PB ball on the PB 14.

1st and 10 - 6 yard run to the PB 20.
2nd and 4 - 0 yard run to the PB 20.
3rd and 4 - -2 yard run to the PB 18.
4th and 6 - PB punts and GW returns the ball to the PB 49.

GW - 45

PB - 14

3Q

Quote from: The Future on December 01, 2017, 08:47:25 pm
Kenny wood. Player of the game.

What a catch and run!

That young dude is a beast. Very impressive!

GW ball on the PB 49.

1st and 10 - 1 yard run to the PB 48.
2nd and 9 - Penalty against GW puts ball on GW 47.
2nd and 14 - Incomplete pass.
3rd and 14 - 14 yard run to the PB 39.

1st and 10 - 1 yard run to the PB 38.
2nd and 9 - 6 yard pass to the PB 32.
3rd and 3 - 7 yard run to the PB 25.

1st and 10 - 3 yard run to the PB 22.
2nd and 7 - 12 yard pass to the PB 10.

1st and Goal - 1 yard to the PB 9.
2nd and Goal - 9 yard touchdown pass. Doesn't matter if they make the PAT. The mercy rule is one and I don't do play by play after mercy rule. Congrats to the Greenwood Bulldogs on a perfect season and state championship!

GW - 52

PB - 14

3Q

YOu can take it from here if you want.

Lol trackster. You do a great job on your play by plays. Thank you for your time and effort and thanks for doing it for this game.

Are you at the game or Home watching it?

Congrats to Greenwood.  This is the first time I've watched them this year and I'm impressed.  Very solid on both sides of the ball.  Good speed.  Good fundamentals.

Great game.  Great year.  Great program.  Great tradition.

Nuff said.

Boom.

Quote from: The Future on December 01, 2017, 09:02:51 pm
Lol trackster. You do a great job on your play by plays. Thank you for your time and effort and thanks for doing it for this game.

Are you at the game or Home watching it?

I'm at home and was watching it on TV.

I haven't thought it much in the past, but this Greenwood team could compete with the 7A teams this year. The mythical number one team state championship doesn't matter, but I'd rank this team 1A/1B with the 7A state champion. PA probably deserves to be in the discussion, but the Parkview game makes me hesitate on that since you only have a few opportunities to dominate your opponent.

Quote from: Almatrackster on December 01, 2017, 09:06:29 pm
I'm at home and was watching it on TV.

I haven't thought it much in the past, but this Greenwood team could compete with the 7A teams this year. The mythical number one team state championship doesn't matter, but I'd rank this team 1A/1B with the 7A state champion. PA probably deserves to be in the discussion, but the Parkview game makes me hesitate on that since you only have a few opportunities to dominate your opponent.

I agree.  This is an impressive team.  I'd love to see them play NLR and Bentonville.  I think they would beat Bentonville but lose to NLR.  But, regardless of the outcome they would be great games to watch.

Me and a buddy are staying for the 7A game tomorrow. So I'll be able to see first hand them 2 teams.

Bentonville Id be willing to say with confidence we could win. But NLR is pretty good as well and would be a coin toss.
I think all 3 of NLR Greenwood and PA have strong cases for number one. But like you said the Parkview game hurts PAs chance though.
All 3 are great teams.

Take away a 50/50 jump ball and the quick before half score. This was domination like Pine Bluff has never seen.

The UofG left no doubt tonite and take over the Sebastian County Championship trophy lead.

Congrats to the Bulldog players and coaches!

Only 9 1/2 months until September 14...

4-0 as the away team I believe.

Nope lost to Watson Chapel in 1996

Quote from: RD™ on December 01, 2017, 09:27:42 pm
Nope lost to Watson Chapel in 1996

Ah ok. For some reason I was thinking we were the Home team. I stand corrected.

Congratulations to GW! Left no doubt who's the best team in 6A is. In fact they should be considered in the discussion for #1 overall! Z's will put this game behind us the future is bright. Would be great to put this team against our 2015 team. Enjoy it you definitely earned it!

Quote from: zebradynasty on December 01, 2017, 10:00:42 pm
Congratulations to GW! Left no doubt who's the best team in 6A is. In fact they should be considered in the discussion for #1 overall! Z's will put this game behind us the future is bright. Would be great to put this team against our 2015 team. Enjoy it you definitely earned it!

+1.  That's class.

Quote from: zebradynasty on December 01, 2017, 10:00:42 pm
Congratulations to GW! Left no doubt who's the best team in 6A is. In fact they should be considered in the discussion for #1 overall! Z's will put this game behind us the future is bright. Would be great to put this team against our 2015 team. Enjoy it you definitely earned it!

+1 expected nothing less but class from zd and the Zebra fan base. Gracious in victory and gracious in defeat. Hats off on another good season to PB.
Congrats to the Dogs on getting it done start to finish.

Watched it on livestream.  I thought in the GW/Eldo game we just came out flat.  After watching GW a second time...nah they are just that good. I haven't seen a team tackle one on one like this team does. Not a weakness in any area.  Congrats to GW.  Yes I would love to see them against Bentonville too.

Boys been a great dynasty. Like I said like has not been seen a looonggg time in this state.
Now to get Gus and Rick at the UA. And start a new run. Great Job Conner and crew

Congrats to Greenwood.  They definitely caught lightening in a bottle to win their second 6A state title.   :D

Congrats.  Didn't think the game would be close and it wasn't.

Quote from: RD™ on December 01, 2017, 09:04:51 pm
Boom.

+1

Bolding told me after the Searcy game that this GW was the best he's seen...that 2012 team was good but this one was truly impressive. As one of several Zebra fans on here, you've gotta tip your hat. That was domination.

To be truthful, I really think in the back of almost all Bulldog fans that really follow the Dogs that have watched them year in and year out felt that this team was very special and that if and when the started clicking on all 11 cylinders for 4 qtrs that what happened tonight to Pine Bluff was very possible. After watching the Dogs against WM last week I could see the determination and fire that these young men have been building towards. These Seniors weren't going to be denied a third year in a row. I take nothing away from Pine Bluff, a great program, great coaches and players year in and year out. I think Pine Bluff 2015 team was like GW 2017 team just a notch above everyone else. It may be years before GW has another team like this one. They have been fun to watch. Congratulations to both teams on getting to the championship game and congratulations to the Bulldogs for your victory. In my book both teams are champions. I am going to miss Friday night football for the next 10 months but at least I have 13 games to go back and watch over and over till next season.

Good job Greenwood.   

Wow what a performance. Congrats Greenwood. The senior class went out on top.

Wow! Just got home. What a ride this year. Man I couldn't believe how young PB is. The next two years anybody they play had better pack a lunch. The PB players were a classy bunch as well.

GW was just on another level this year. CRJ's is just in my opinion the best.

Congrats to all the coaches and players.

And, you're welcome.

What a team! Congrats Greenwood! Very very good team...happy the Zs made to Jordan North at the beginning of the year I didn't think they would be there but they proved me wrong! Best of luck to both teams going forward!

Quote from: zebrafan on December 02, 2017, 02:55:50 am
What a team! Congrats Greenwood! Very very good team...happy the Zs made to Jordan North at the beginning of the year I didn't think they would be there but they proved me wrong! Best of luck to both teams going forward!

Couldn't help yourself could ya. Jordan North? Right...... Lolololololololololololol

GO BULLDOGS!!!

I think PB playing in a week conference didint prepare them for what hit them last night....Also if you really pay attention to on offense they only run about 5 plays..We new what was coming in Pre snap

Mercy rule.

GO BULLDOGS!!!

Haven't replied in a while, but will say this Greenwood and Pine Bluff is beginning to be a rivalry game. Especially in the playoffs or title game. Would love for GW to start playing PB in non conference.

Great job to both teams. I know that next year GW will probably be breaking in a new offensive backfield, but from what I saw from the PB qb, everyone better bring your A game or this kid will cause some problems to opposing teams. Way to go both teams.

GO DOGS!!!!

Quote from: bulldogger15 on December 02, 2017, 07:06:11 am
Couldn't help yourself could ya. Jordan North? Right...... Lolololololololololololol

GO BULLDOGS!!!

He really meant to say Smith Robinson east, second home of the Greenwood Bulldogs. LOL!!!!

A few more performances like last night and we may need to start calling it Rick jones stadium.

Quote from: The Future on December 01, 2017, 09:24:11 pm
4-0 as the away team I believe.

4-0 as visiting team under Jones and 3-3 as Home team under Jones for titles.

GW under Peacock was 0-1 as Visiting team and 1-0 as home team.

So overall 4-1 as a visitor and 4-3 as a home team.

Hated that the game was on a Friday night though.

Quote from: Rolling on December 02, 2017, 07:08:08 am
I think PB playing in a week conference didint prepare them for what hit them last night....Also if you really pay attention to on offense they only run about 5 plays..We new what was coming in Pre snap

Nah, that had nothing to do with it. 3 of the 4 semifinalists were from the East. Both the East and West were top heavy, with PB and GW being head and shoulders better than the others. GW just played lights out on defense and made PB pay on offense. They were the better team and probably would have beaten anyone in the state last night.

Quote from: urban legend2 on December 02, 2017, 08:24:12 am
Nah, that had nothing to do with it. 3 of the 4 semifinalists were from the East. Both the East and West were top heavy, with PB and GW being head and shoulders better than the others. GW just played lights out on defense and made PB pay on offense. They were the better team and probably would have beaten anyone in the state last night.

+1

I am pretty sure the Searcy QB sat on the GW side last night and that kid looked like a stud and PB handled them with relative ease twice. I would have liked to see GW play them and their passing attack in the playoffs. I agree most classes are top heavy, but east took care of the west in the quarters. IMHO, I do think top to bottom the west had more competitive teams. East championship goes thru PB yet again next year IMO.   

Quote from: zebrafan on December 02, 2017, 02:55:50 am
What a team! Congrats Greenwood! Very very good team...happy the Zs made to Jordan North at the beginning of the year I didn't think they would be there but they proved me wrong! Best of luck to both teams going forward!

I as well never thought the Z's would make it to the Championship game. Too many if's going into the season, lost a few starters before the season started, too young at QB and big question marks along the OL. But to their credit they got better every game they played. I don't think we've had a team that improved that much during the season good coaching and even better attitudes from these young men. Last night they got a taste, well a whole meal, of what they need to do in order to be champions and build on that in the offseason. We lose some talent but got some coming back and an undefeated Jr team had some size so the next few years we'll be in the hunt! 

Quote from: zebradynasty on December 02, 2017, 08:42:35 am
I as well never thought the Z's would make it to the Championship game. Too many if's going into the season, lost a few starters before the season started, too young at QB and big question marks along the OL. But to their credit they got better every game they played. I don't think we've had a team that improved that much during the season good coaching and even better attitudes from these young men. Last night they got a taste, well a whole meal, of what they need to do in order to be champions and build on that in the offseason. We lose some talent but got some coming back and an undefeated Jr team had some size so the next few years we'll be in the hunt! 

I think most GW fans saw a glimpse of what we will have to replace next year and what we may have to deal with to defend to the championship as well against the likes of PB. Bolding is great, lots of respect for what he has done along with the Zebras. I thought the Zebras represented their town and storied tradition well. 

GW has been so blessed to have CRJ and staff. It won't last forever, but it's sure been great while it has lasted. The 3 headed monster (Noland, Wood, and Holt) showed up in force last night. The O-line did great all year. The defense was spectacular all season. All those guys played so well. Really the whole team was perfect literally and figuratively all year.

On a personal note I was very happy for Womack, especially with what he has gone thru personally. I am sure his dad has watched from above his success not only on the field, but his championships in wrestling and weightlifting. I saw him give Coach Nation(d-line coach and my son's favorite as well) a long hug with some tears of joy last night and I know it was special to them both.

Quote from: Pr8hd on December 02, 2017, 09:02:41 am
I think most GW fans saw a glimpse of what we will have to replace next year and what we may have to deal with to defend to the championship as well against the likes of PB. Bolding is great, lots of respect for what he has done along with the Zebras. I thought the Zebras represented their town and storied tradition well. 

GW has been so blessed to have CRJ and staff. It won't last forever, but it's sure been great while it has lasted. The 3 headed monster (Noland, Wood, and Holt) showed up in force last night. The O-line did great all year. The defense was spectacular all season. All those guys played so well. Really the whole team was perfect literally and figuratively all year.

On a personal note I was very happy for Womack, especially with what he has gone thru personally. I am sure his dad has watched from above his success not only on the field, but his championships in wrestling and weightlifting. I saw him give Coach Nation(d-line coach and my son's favorite as well) a long hug with some tears of joy last night and I know it was special to them both.

+1
He didn't have many tackled last night, but he disrupted everything PB tried to do. What all does GW have coming back?

Quote from: urban legend2 on December 02, 2017, 09:06:44 am
+1
He didn't have many tackled last night, but he disrupted everything PB tried to do. What all does GW have coming back?

They have Holt back, a couple of receivers, and a couple of lineman offensively.  so 5-6 back on offense. Obviously, replacing Noland and Wood are the biggies there. I know we have several QB's in the wings, but QB might fall to Holt next year.

Defensively, they lose a lot but losing Webb and Womack, may be the biggest holes to fill. They do get their kicker back next year as well.

They have a good freshman group coming up as well - the stud RB from that team played last night and had a few carries. He also played against WM.

That was the most dominant title game performance I have seen since the 2013 2A game when j.c. beat des arc 60-0. The only difference being people actually thought pine bluff had a chance until about halfway through the 2nd qt.

Quote from: bulldogger15 on December 02, 2017, 07:06:11 am
Couldn't help yourself could ya. Jordan North? Right...... Lolololololololololololol

GO BULLDOGS!!!

Have some class.

Congrats to Greenwood for winning the State Championship from us Texarkana folks!  On to 5A next year! Except Bulldogger15 (the only idiot) yall have a class program!

Congrats to Greenwood players, coaches, and fans
. You all were the better team last night.
These Greenwood seniors were denied in 2015 when they were sophmores. But not last night. This was really the most complete team we played this year. This reminded me of Georgia and Auburn when they played earlier this year. (Totally Blind-Sided).

Very classy posts by all the Zebra faithful.

I tried to+1 to all I could, hope I did not miss any.

+1 very well done. You truly represent Greenwood with class!

Are the #1 and #2 teams in the whole state overall from 6A and 5A.... The answer is yes.... Greenwood and PA

Quote from: FootBallar21 on November 27, 2017, 11:56:27 am
Greenwood Rolls this is one of the best teams I've seen in a long time.   

GW 42
PB 14

Pretty solid prediction on this one.     GW with a dominating performance.   

Quote from: FootBallar21 on December 02, 2017, 02:58:09 pm
Pretty solid prediction on this one.     GW with a dominating performance.   

Well considering I do not think you have ever predicted anything correctly on the 4A boards one correct prediction in the most obvious game I guess deserves a pat on your own back from yourself?

Quote from: Bigfootdogfan on December 02, 2017, 07:47:22 am



He really meant to say Smith Robinson east, second home of the Greenwood Bulldogs. LOL!!!!

A few more performances like last night and we may need to start calling it Rick jones stadium.

NO, I meant what I said it's Jordan North to us Zebras just like it's Smith Robinson East to the Bulldogs...both teams have earned the right call it a second home.

Quote from: Pr8hd on December 02, 2017, 08:15:01 am
4-0 as visiting team under Jones and 3-3 as Home team under Jones for titles.

GW under Peacock was 0-1 as Visiting team and 1-0 as home team.

So overall 4-1 as a visitor and 4-3 as a home team.

Hated that the game was on a Friday night though.

I believe that Greenwood was the visitor each time under Peacock.

Quote from: beach bum on December 02, 2017, 02:41:34 pm
Are the #1 and #2 teams in the whole state overall from 6A and 5A.... The answer is yes.... Greenwood and PA

Nah...

Quote from: beach bum on December 02, 2017, 02:41:34 pm
Are the #1 and #2 teams in the whole state overall from 6A and 5A.... The answer is yes.... Greenwood and PA

I would say after watching NLR and Bentonville play, there is no doubt in my mind that the GW team could play with both those teams and likely beat them. There was nothing impressive about the teams I watched today that would make me think otherwise.

Quote from: zebradynasty on December 01, 2017, 10:00:42 pm
Congratulations to GW! Left no doubt who's the best team in 6A is. In fact they should be considered in the discussion for #1 overall! Z's will put this game behind us the future is bright. Would be great to put this team against our 2015 team. Enjoy it you definitely earned it!

+1   Thanks Zebra!!!!!!........... I thought that I was a part of great Greenwood teams!    But your team ended my son's 50 game streak, but my youngest beat yall to avenge that the next time they met.

I was expecting a good game, but dang!!!!!!!!! You guys have the talent, drive, and tradition.  You have a bright future ahead of you and I look forward to many good games down the road!

Hope yall have a Merry Christmas and had a safe trip home.

Till next year')

Quote from: zebrafan on December 02, 2017, 05:26:38 pm
NO, I meant what I said it's Jordan North to us Zebras just like it's Smith Robinson East to the Bulldogs...both teams have earned the right call it a second home.

I know Z fan, I was just messing with you. You all have been there more the We we have.

Kudos to greenwood wow :o the last thing I thought would be that they rolled pb like this.

Quote from: beach bum on December 02, 2017, 03:04:20 pm
Well considering I do not think you have ever predicted anything correctly on the 4A boards one correct prediction in the most obvious game I guess deserves a pat on your own back from yourself?

Predicted Arkadelphia to win it all in 4-A   after about week 5-6 and I have stuck with that all season.   That still looks pretty good too.   Plus if you want to look at the points on the 4-4A pickem contest I am sitting pretty solid.     

Also Beach Bum, looking at the updated rankings on that, if Arkadelphia wins it , I will win the entire pickem for all of 4A . 

Quote from: pinebluffzebra09 on November 25, 2017, 04:00:06 pm
And here we go with the Greenwood is unstoppable talk as always like they are the next best team around behind Alabama lol. They are a great team, but please don't get it twisted, we are a great team also. Not going to be easy anywhere in this game for either side. But I will tell you this; I would put this defense up with the Defense we had when we beat you guys in the 2105 championship game. That is because of the LBs which are Singleton, Thompson, and Thomas. Without a doubt the best LB group in the state. Just watch the pain that will be brought by the 3.

I'm assuming you're not gonna come back on here and eat your crow?

Quote from: maxswine on December 01, 2017, 10:48:25 pm
Congrats to Greenwood.  They definitely caught lightening in a bottle to win their second 6A state title.   :D

Congrats.  Didn't think the game would be close and it wasn't.

russellville 2016 State Champions = Lightening in a Bottle
Greenwood 2017 State Champions = Pure Dominance!

BTW, how's your QB doing?  :)

Several things I can say after watching the 7a, 6a, and 5a State games:   

1.  I was not impressed by Benny or NLR.  I believe both Greenwood and PA could beat them.  And handily I might add.
2.  PA persevered and was able to get the win.  But they didn't look like the PA we've heard so much about.  Bad game or maybe the pressure to 4-peat?  McClellan gave them all they could handle and showed that PA is not invincible.  Some bad play calling and being unprepared for the onside kick on McClellans behalf cost them the game IMO.   Pedigree proved to be the difference in this game!
3.  Benny, PA, NLR, Greenwood all have prolific offenses, but Greenwood's defense left no doubt that they were the best in the state.   
4.  Lastly....Most of the PB guys on here have shown class in the way they handled the loss, but my question is....Why did the PB fans start to file out of the stadium in the middle of the 3rd quarter?  By games end, there were maybe 300 fans left?  I hate that for the PB kids.    PB's youth showed through.  They have great talent, but their youth showed up when they got behind big.  Not sure this group of PB kids have ever been that far behind and they didn't know how to respond.  PB will be back next year, loaded again.  They played hard.  Were great sports.  And I, as usual, was impressed with them.  But all of us close to the Greenwood program knew this team was a little different.  I didn't expect a mercy rule against PB, but I did expect a win.   Congrats to PB for a great season and we look forward to butting heads next year with you!

I noticed that as well but didn't ever post about it.

Those stands started flowing empty pretty quick especially in the 4th.
By the time they delivered the trophies, I wouldn't even say there were 300 fans. Much less.
I know if the game is decided, leaving to beat the crowd is understandable. But this wasn't just another home game or game in general. This was the state championship. Its gonna be crowded no matter when you leave. So Stay and show support to your team who made it to the finals.

Quote from: The Future on December 13, 2017, 12:27:34 pm
I noticed that as well but didn't ever post about it.

Those stands started flowing empty pretty quick especially in the 4th.
By the time they delivered the trophies, I wouldn't even say there were 300 fans. Much less.
I know if the game is decided, leaving to beat the crowd is understandable. But this wasn't just another home game or game in general. This was the state championship. Its gonna be crowded no matter when you leave. So Stay and show support to your team who made it to the finals.

Agreed.  My wife, who supports Greenwood Football but doesn't know a lot about the game of football said "Why would the fans leave instead of staying and supporting their team?"  I responded, "That's a good question".

Quote from: DoYouKnowWhoIThinkIam on December 13, 2017, 11:15:38 am
Several things I can say after watching the 7a, 6a, and 5a State games:   

1.  I was not impressed by Benny or NLR.  I believe both Greenwood and PA could beat them.  And handily I might add.
2.  PA persevered and was able to get the win.  But they didn't look like the PA we've heard so much about.  Bad game or maybe the pressure to 4-peat?  McClellan gave them all they could handle and showed that PA is not invincible.  Some bad play calling and being unprepared for the onside kick on McClellans behalf cost them the game IMO.   Pedigree proved to be the difference in this game!
3.  Benny, PA, NLR, Greenwood all have prolific offenses, but Greenwood's defense left no doubt that they were the best in the state.   
4.  Lastly....Most of the PB guys on here have shown class in the way they handled the loss, but my question is....Why did the PB fans start to file out of the stadium in the middle of the 3rd quarter?  By games end, there were maybe 300 fans left?  I hate that for the PB kids.    PB's youth showed through.  They have great talent, but their youth showed up when they got behind big.  Not sure this group of PB kids have ever been that far behind and they didn't know how to respond.  PB will be back next year, loaded again.  They played hard.  Were great sports.  And I, as usual, was impressed with them.  But all of us close to the Greenwood program knew this team was a little different.  I didn't expect a mercy rule against PB, but I did expect a win.   Congrats to PB for a great season and we look forward to butting heads next year with you!

Cold and needed beer after that. 😂😬

Quote from: zebrafan on December 13, 2017, 06:59:02 pm
Cold and needed beer after that. 😂😬

+1